Gateway Classic Cars of Tampa is proud to offer this rare 406
propelled, 1963 Galaxie 500 XL! When Ford needed to catch up to the
competition in the early sixties, they bored out their venerable FE
work horse from 390ci to 406ci. Then Ford baked in some
hi-performance spice into the heads, carbs and cam and the
Legendary 405hp 406 v8 was born! This motor was the basis for
Ford's amazing hi-po big block bruisers of the mid to late 60s like
the 427, and 428 Cobra Jet. This 1963 Galaxie XL, 2dr coupe is
everything street racers would have ordered back in 1963. Black
paint, 2dr post body, no AC, no power steering, no power brakes. If
it didn't make it fast, it wasn't checked off. The seller claims
the 406 is the rebuilt original motor topped with three two-barrel
carburetors and spinning a Top Loader, four-speed manual. The
clutch is heavy and stiff like a good 60s street fighter should be.
The 448lb/ft of torque is put to the ground through a 28 spline,
open rear with a 3.50 final gear ratio. This the car can move; mash
the gas and it'll take you back in time! When you're not behind the
wheel, you'll notice the rust-free black body, dent and ding free
chrome bumpers and trim, over a lovely light blue interior. The car
is a well-preserved restoration and was blessed with many
period-correct parts such as big pully generator, original 406
flags and Stewart Warner tach and oil gauge. The only thing not
working on this bruiser is the radio. This old school Q-ship needs
a lead footed driver, is it you?This 1963 Galaxy 500 XL is listed
by our Tampa Showroom and can be viewed in greater detail including
100+ HD pictures and an HD video at www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For
additional information, please call our knowledgeable staff at
(813)645-6200 or email us at
[email protected]. Our
Tampa Showroom is located at 361 30th Street NE Ruskin, FL 33570.
Hours: Monday through Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM EST, please reach out
to set an appointment.See more at:
http://www.gatewayclassiccars.com/TPA/2302/1963-Ford Galaxy-500-XL
