Ford introduced the fastback version of its Galaxie 500 mid-year in 1963. The notchback roofline version of the car wasn’t doing well in NASCAR, and the vehicle needed a more slippery shape. It was an instant hit, and Ford sold 134,000 copies in that partial model year alone. A hot new 427 cubic inch V8 was also added, but those sales numbers were small by comparison and don’t apply to the seller’s car. Sporting sufficient 63-year-old patina, this nifty Galaxie is in Bonita Springs, Florida, and is available here on Facebook Marketplace for $12,500 (no ifs, ands, or buts). T. J. scores another cool tip!
The notchback Galaxie of 1962 and early 1963 looked like an old man’s car to an 8-year-old me at the time. But when the fastback was rolled out later in ’63, I thought it was the most beautiful thing I had ever seen. I’ve always felt they were better looking than the 1963 Chevy Impala, although I’ve been more of a Chevy guy over the years. This example has had only two owners, with the seller acquiring it from the original owner’s estate.
When the seller bought this Ford, it had been sitting in a garage for a decade. The two-tone paint appears to be original, and the bottom half of the car has its share of patina, though I’d be hesitant to repaint it anytime soon. The interior presents quite well, and the upholstery doesn’t seem to have been afflicted by old age or the car’s 56,000 miles.
Under the hood resides a 352 cubic inch V8 and a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic transmission. New parts include the carburetor, HEI ignition, some brake work, tires, exhaust, and new fluids. One interesting feature (or the lack thereof) is that it’s a radio-delete car, meaning the original owner didn’t want to listen to any tunes or the news. You’ll need to agree with the seller on the asking price as no offers or trades will be entertained.
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