The Galaxie nameplate debuted in 1959 as the top trim version of the Ford Fairlane. It was another marketing ploy by the automobile industry to tie into the Space Race of the 1950s and 1960s. The Galaxie would be… more»
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First-Year Model: 1959 Ford Galaxie
For those seeking an automobile that unmistakably offers a one-year-only body style, the 1959 Ford Galaxie is a promising contender, as the car received an entirely different exterior for its second year of production. Introduced as a ’59 model,… more»
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56k Original Miles: 1960 Ford Galaxie Town Sedan
Simply stunning feels like the right words to describe this 1960 Ford Galaxie Town Sedan. It might feature more doors than some readers would prefer, but its presentation and the optional V8 under the hood more than compensate for… more»
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Two Owner Classic: 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
If you prioritize a known history when searching for a classic to park in your garage, this 1966 Ford Galaxie 500 XL might be extremely appealing. It is a two-owner classic, and the seller has been its sole custodian… more»
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Attention Galaxie Fans! Huge Stash of 1968 Fords
Most automobile collections focus on a specific brand or model. In the case of the seller’s lot, it’s not only a single manufacturer, but all the cars in the group are from the same model year. In this case,… more»
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Grandpa Car: 1963 Ford Galaxie Sedan
The Galaxie was added to the Ford lineup in 1959 as a step up from the Fairlane. Throughout the 1960s and into the 1970s, the Galaxie competed head-to-head with Chevrolet’s Impala. For the generation produced from 1960 to 1964,… more»
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Factory Tri-Power: 1962 Ford Galaxie Sunliner Convertible
Full-size Fords from the early 1960s offered style, performance, and open-top cruising all in one package, and this 1962 Ford Galaxie Sunliner Convertible brings those elements together in a particularly interesting combination. Now listed on eBay, this example is… more»
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Original Paint & 390 Power: 1959 Ford Galaxie
During the 1959 model run, the Ford Galaxie was introduced as the top-tier trim level for the Fairlane, a position previously held by the Fairlane 500. A complete redesign was in store for 1960, so the ’59 Galaxie is… more»
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Aerodynamic Project: 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Fastback
When it comes to aerodynamics, the 1963.5 Galaxie 500 XL Fastback was one of Ford’s better ideas for the period when it appeared as a mid-year offering, featuring a different roofline with a new design that helped the car… more»
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Space Race Project: 1961 Ford Galaxie Club Sedan
Ford introduced an upscale model in 1959 dubbed the Galaxie. The name was chosen to capitalize on the “Space Race” in the late 1950s and would be the top series until the LTD was introduced in 1965. The seller… more»
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Drive Or Restore? 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 SportsRoof
This 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 has been on my radar for several days now, and I’m still going back and forth about whether this one’s a worthwhile project, or perhaps better left alone and used as a fun, occasional… more»
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Too Many Doors? 1960 Ford Galaxie Victoria
“Ford builds the most beautifully proportioned cars,” so opines their 1960 sales brochure. A subjective claim at best, though I’d say this 1960 Galaxie Town Victoria has pleasing lines. The Victoria part of it relates to its open hardtop… more»
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Risk The Twenty-Footer?: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Bidding on this car is both a very good idea and a bit of a sketchy one. What points towards it being a good idea? The body style, mostly. The fastback design of the 1968 Galaxie 500, as seen… more»
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Unrestored Survivor: 1964 Ford Country Squire Wagon
Some classics cross our desks at Barn Finds and are immediately recognizable. Such is the case with this 1964 Ford Country Squire. The indications are that the seller has had difficulty finding a new home for this Wagon, because… more»
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Older Restoration: 1961 Ford Galaxie 4-Door
Ford treated its full-size cars to a styling refresh in 1961, although the design had been redone in 1960. Small fins incorporating the taillights were used instead of flat wings along the lines of the big 1960 Chevrolets. The… more»
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Special Edition Project: 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT
You don’t see many of these pop up anymore, especially in mostly untouched form. Listed here on craigslist out of Tucson, this 1968 Ford Galaxie XL GT is described as a very rare find, and it certainly checks a… more»
