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 this is the third time we have seen it since mid-2022. However, the seller appears to have changed course, abandoning the BIN in favor of a standard auction. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the Ford listed here on eBay in Bee Spring, Kentucky. Bidding sits below the reserve at $2,025, although it has reached that point following some healthy auction action.
The 1964 model year represented the end of the line for what I have always considered the most attractive Galaxie range. Ford introduced a bold new model the following year with more aggressive styling, but I have always thought 1964 was the high point for the badge. This ’64 Country Squire is a gem, with the seller claiming it’s an unrestored survivor with 60,000 miles on the clock. It isn’t perfect, but the overall condition is consistent with a vehicle that has been treated respectfully for over six decades. The Wimbledon White paint is in good condition, and the faux woodgrain shows no signs of physical damage or significant deterioration. The panels are as straight as an arrow, and there is no sign of rust. The glass and trim are excellent for their age, and the chrome roof rack is a practical feature. I haven’t been able to confirm that the fender skirts are correct, because I have never previously seen a set fitted to a ’64 Country Squire. However, the wheel covers appear to be the correct deluxe “Sport Motif” wire covers featured in that year’s Sales Brochure.
As with the exterior, this Ford’s interior isn’t perfect. However, the red vinyl-upholstered surfaces are free of significant faults or issues. There is visible wheel wear, which is the only genuine sign that this classic has seen active service. I will say that there is more wear than I would expect for a vehicle with 60,000 miles on the clock, but the lack of other problems seems to support the claim. The dash and bright trim are spotless, and even the damage-prone rear cargo area looks good. This interior features a factory pushbutton radio, a clock, a remote driver’s mirror, a power rear window, and an 8-track player.
The first owner walked the middle ground when ordering this Country Squire, opting for the 352ci Thunderbird V8. A three-speed Cruise-O-Matic transmission tackles shifting duties, with this Wagon also featuring power-assisted steering and brakes. The ’64 Sales Brochure quotes a power output of 250hp, and with this Ford featuring a 3.00 rear end, it would be an effortless long-distance cruiser. The seller doesn’t mention verifying evidence for their mileage claim, and I do find the coolant stains on the radiator expansion tank slightly off-putting. There is no information regarding the vehicle’s mechanical condition, though the listing suggests it is a turnkey proposition.
If anyone deserved an award for persistence, the seller should receive one for their ongoing efforts to find a new home for this 1964 Ford Country Squire. They previously listed it with a BIN of $49,500 without success. A subsequent auction saw it fail to reach reserve when the bidding stalled at $17,850. The originality and condition of this classic suggest a price between $25,000 and $30,000 would be realistic. Do you agree, or do you have another figure in mind?
The pictures look like this was in Goldfinger.
And yes,WAY overpriced.
Remember how we hated riding in these wagons?
I see it too, the 8 track player, however, a glaring blooper, anyone? Yes, the old man waving frantically in the back,,,um, yeah, the 8 track tape player was not available until 1965 and 1st offered for the 1966 model year. The skirts may put some off, easily removed, I don’t care for them. I read, this car cost about $3500 new, the 2nd most expensive Ford behind the convertible, almost twice what a lowly Ranch Wagon went for. Make no mistake, this car was welcome at most country clubs or the local A&P, just not for Johnny Lunchpail. Car of the Year, and last of the “traditional” Fords, as ’65 was a completely different car. I’d sure like to know the story on this car. 120 viewers, up to a “paltry” $7600, with only a couple bidders, I don’t know, man, for this beautiful car? I happen to embrace this era of falling interest/prices, but I’m sure the sellers aren’t as happy.
The bidding currently stands at $19,350 with 5 days and 17 hours remaining, there have been 1,087 views over the last 24 hours.
Steve R
Currently at around 19. I don’t remember exactly what their listed asking price was for a long time, but I believe 45 grand, if not 50. Yep. So, in other words; it will continue to be for sale for years to come.
The selling dealer might still be trying to get $49,500 for it, that may very well be his reserve. It’s definitely overpriced, after 3+ years, he should know that but might not care, some people set on a price and keep listings active until the end of time.
As for lack of views, it’s at 167 for the last 24 hours, which isn’t bad for a relatively obscure model.
Steve R
Exactly.
This car brings back special memories for me. My dad was wanting to trade in our 1959 Country Sedan, yellow and white, in 1964 for a 1964 Squire, white like this one but it had black interior. My dad brought it home for a test drive for most of a full day. It had never been titled, still owned by Dongess-Long FORD in Colorado Springs. It was the daily driver of Mrs. Long as her grocery getter. I guess my dad thought that one was overpriced also, we didn’t get it. Bought a 1962 Mercury Colony Park instead. I guess there’s not many people these days that want to drive around in a station wagon with fake wood on the sides, except me, I would. Skirts and all.
Very nice!
The later radio/8-track, the heavy steering-wheel wear, and the lack of documentation on the mileage-claim, would put me off at anywhere near this price. Nice car — and most practical — but too many question-marks — I’m out.
The steering wheel certainly doesn’t match the rest of the car. Guess I would want to see what it looks like underneath.
All I keep seeing is Elizabeth Taylor piloting her 1962 Country Squire into a Sycamore tree in “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf.”
Beautiful looking car. I love original survivors, those that have been well maintained, and carefully driven throughout its life.
If I were looking for another car, this one would have my attention, even at 30K. It would cost more than double that to restore it. I don’t see any issues with things like the 8track player. It looks dealer installed and period correct. I had a 66 Mustang with add on air from the dealer and judges never dinged me as it was correct from the dealer at the time.
My father had a 64 Country Sedan w/stick shift (factory). My favorite of all time.
Me and my buddy’s surf mobile. Didn’t look nearly this good and guzzled more oil then we did beer!
this has odd job all over it. could be the twin to the Goldfinger wagon. reserve not met as of now. looks clean and you don’t find them like this anymore
That is not he original woodgrain. So much for all original.
Great looking long roof/wagon. I hate fender skirts. (Running Goodyear Stores in the rust belt will do that to you) but I really like them on this this car. Too high a price for me since I’m really not in the market anyway.
Right? I don’t get what the point is of fender skirts. Is there a functional need for them? Is it just for looks? Is it both?
It’s just for looks. The problem with them in my experience is the latching mechanism rusts badly in the rust belt. And it is not uncommon to bend the latches getting them off to change the tire. AND THEN you have to figure out how to get them back on to stay after the latches got bent taking them off. It’s not a terrible thing in non-rust belt areas. But a big pain when you have to deal with them on a continuous basis. Luckily younger folks in the tire business don’t have to deal with them very often anymore.
Back in the early 70’s I was gifted my parents 64 Country Sedan with the 289, certainly not as fancy as this one, but at over $19,000 late this afternoon, it still does not meet reserve. The ad says it has a Thunderbird 352 but by 62 all Thunderbirds had 390’s.
@ Wayne: I’ve never seen a Ford Country Squire with fender skirts. Unless there’s a functional purpose for them, I wouldn’t want it cluttering up my car.
It’s been for sale for years and gets re-listed week after week. One of my ebay saved searches is “Ford wagons”, so I see it pop up in my emails without fail. Thinking that switching to a bidding format will finally be the answer to getting their exorbitant asking price is interesting logic. It never comes close and so it continues.
It will continue unless they finally swallow their pride and maybe list it on the other platform with the big pocket bidders, with no reserve. I tried sending the seller a message suggesting this approach, but evidently it was intercepted by the powers that be for things I shouldn’t have said (?) because it never went through.
I adore this car, but unfortunately another seller unwilling to accept what the market says it’s worth.