By 1963, Ford was trying to create a performance image for itself. The formal roofline of the Galaxie 500 didn’t fit with that aura, so Ford introduced the “Sports Hardtop” in the middle of the year. It quickly became… more»
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First Year Galaxie: 1959 Ford At No Reserve
Way back when, I recall a 1959 Ford four-door sedan occupying a place in our family’s motor pool. It was a Custom trim level, wore a dull gray hue, and was powered by a six-cylinder engine. As a wee-tike,… more»
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2-For-1: Pair of 1965 Ford Galaxie 500s
Throughout the 1960s and part of the 1970s, the Ford Galaxie competed directly with the Chevrolet Impala (which usually won in the sales race). In 1965, Ford redesigned its full-size cars, and stacked headlights would dominate the styling for… more»
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32k-Mile Survivor: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 390 V8
Throughout the 1960s, the Chevrolet Impala and Ford Galaxie 500 were head-to-head, direct competitors. And, typically, the Ford laid claim to second place in the sales race of full-size automobiles. In 1962, both products wore styling evolutions of the… more»
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Affordable Project: 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
In their youth, the seller and his friend used to hit the road aboard this 1967 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible, searching for fun and adventure. The friend passed a few years ago, with his widow handing the Galaxie to… more»
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Reversible Changes: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
The calendar may officially say that summer is over, but there are still plenty of opportunities to slip behind the wheel of a classic Convertible before the weather makes indoor activities the only viable option. Choosing the right drop-top… more»
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Pair of Hide-Away Hardtops: 1959 Ford Skyliner
1950s automobiles were sometimes known for their gimmicks. Perhaps the most famous was the 1957-59 Ford Skyliner with a retractable roof marketed as the Hide-Away Hardtop. It used a complicated series of wires and gadgets to make the top… more»
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Red Sled: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible
Racing fans in my age bracket likely recall the name Tom Sneva, a former race car driver probably best remembered for winning the Indianapolis 500 back in 1983. While it would be more significant if Tom himself had been… more»
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390 Tri-Power: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
The wheels are the first hint that this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner Convertible might be more than a pretty face. Thankfully, they don’t flatter to deceive, because this beauty’s mechanical specifications are pretty special. The original motor has… more»
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Spotless Interior: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500
While most enthusiasts won’t hesitate to tackle panel or paint repairs, a smaller number harbor the desire to perform an interior retrim. The new owner of this 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 won’t face that decision, because the inside of… more»
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Drivetrain Surprise: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500
From the 1959 to 1974 model years, the Galaxie was the mainstay of Ford’s full-size automobile line-up. The Galaxie 500 was at the top of the food chain until the LTD arrived in 1965. This 1962 Galaxie is a… more»
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2 Owners, 4 Doors: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Launched in 1959, the Ford Galaxie nameplate capitalized on America’s growing fascination with the “Space Race”. Others included the Mercury Comet and Meteor, Oldsmobile Starfire, and Plymouth Satellite. Competing head-to-head with the Chevrolet Impala, it would remain a Ford… more»
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Take Your Pick: Two 1969 Ford Galaxie Drop-Tops
In the 1960s, Ford and Chevrolet competed head-to-head on almost every level. Ford’s Galaxie 500 was the equivalent of Chevy’s full-size Impala. And the Galaxie 500XL was akin to the Impala Super Sport. Galaxie 500 convertibles from 1969 aren’t… more»
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Fun In The Sun! 1966 Ford Galaxie Convertible
This! I’ll admit it, while I’m not an overt Ford fan, I have my favorites, and the 1966 Galaxie 500 is one of those that I hold in high esteem. And today’s discovery, courtesy of Mitchell G., is a… more»
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Four-Door Fun: 1969 Ford Galaxie 500
It seemed unlikely, long ago, that a 1969 Ford Galaxie 500, four-door sedan would still be plying the streets 56 years after the fact. But, here’s the evidence, and I’d suggest that it’s a pretty nice specimen. Someone’s taken… more»
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Tree Find Project: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500 Ragtop
Throughout the 1960s and 1970s, Chevrolet and Ford waged a fierce battle in the full-size automobile market. And – more times than not – the Chevy Impala beat out the Ford Galaxie for the top sales spot, including the… more»
