1963 1/2 Ford Galaxie

History

The Ford Galaxie was a full-size car built in the United States by the Ford Motor Company for model years 1959 through 1974. The name was used for the top models in Ford's full-size range from 1959 until 1961, in a marketing attempt to appeal to the excitement surrounding the Space Race. In 1962, all full-size Fords wore the Galaxie badge, with "500" and "500/XL" denoting the higher series.

For 1963, Ford saw no reason to radically change a good thing, and the 1963 model was essentially unchanged save for some freshening and added trim; windshields were reshaped and a four-door hardtop 500/XL was added. A lower, fastback roofline was added mid-year to improve looks and make the big cars more competitive on the NASCAR tracks with the added downforce. This 1963 1/2 model, the industry's first official " 1/2 year" model, was called the "Sports Hardtop" or "Fastback"

VIN 3J66X175234

This stunning 63 1/2 Galaxie had a rotisserie restoration 20 years ago. The car started its life in California and ended up in Dearborn, Michigan, where it was restored. This car was owned by a woman who had a car just like this in high school. She became unable to drive it due to issues with her hands. She purchased the car 15 years ago. It started life as an X-Code 352ci 2bbl with an automatic. It now has a 427ci.

It has won many 1^st Place and Best In Show awards in it’s time. It was also in Muscle Car Review in September of 2000. It has also been featured on the Speed Channel.

Mechanics

427ci/425hp Engine, Date Code 11/22/63

Original Cast Iron Headers

1963 Galaxie Heads, Casting # C3AE 6090-J

Ford 9” Limited Slip Rear End with 3.90:1 Gear Ratio

4-Speed Borg Warner Transmission

Manual Drum Brakes

Manual Steering

Dual Holley 4bbl Carbs

Heat is Not Connected

Aluminum Air Cleaner

Chrome Valve Covers

Radiator is in Great Shape

Pertronix Unit

New Dual Exhaust System with Flowmaster Mufflers

Milodon Oil Pan

Newer Gas Tank

Body

Beautiful Rangoon Red Paint

Chrome Bumpers are Beautiful

Grille is in Nice Shape

Stainless Trim is in Great Condition

Doors Fit and Operate Properly

Door Lips and Jambs are Clean and Solid

Straight Quarters

Solid Trunk with Mat, Spare Tire and Jack

Frame and Floorboards are Solid

Undercarriage is Clean and Painted Body Color

Rockers and Moldings are in Great Shape

Wheels are Painted to Match

Dog Dish Hubcaps

BF Goodrich Tires - 235/70/15 Front, 255/70/15 Rear

Interior

Beautiful Red Interior

Bench Seat

Floor Shifter

Aftermarket Gauges Under the Dash

Column Mounted Tach

New Dash

Beautiful Steering Wheel

Gauges are Clean and Clear

New Door Panels

New White Headliner

New Red Carpet

Seatbelts Up Front Only

Wipers Work

Speedo Works

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