Vehicle Description
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The Galaxie Series Was Fords Top Trim Level For 1961. Chrome Window
Moldings, Horizontal Chrome Strip On The Side Of The Body, Ribbed
Aluminum Stone Shield Behind The Rear wheel Openings, A Stamped
Aluminum Escutcheon Panel Between The Taillights (Duplicating The
Pattern On The Grill).
The 1961 Galaxie was a beautifully sculptured new design. So well
designed, that it received a prestigious award presented by the
international fashion authority, Centro per L'Alta Moda Italiana,
for "functional expression of classic beauty". This new model
sported an all new look with a stunning bulleted grill and rear
panel design. The 1961 offered several models to include: Galaxie
Club Sedan, Galaxie Town Sedan, Galaxie Club Victoria, Galaxie Town
Victoria, Starliner Hardtop, Sunliner Convertible, as well as
several station wagon models. These cars featured self adjusting
brakes, straddle mounted pinion, galvanized body panels for rust
protection and the very attractive flush mount door handles. In
addition, were 13 exterior colors choices, and several interior
trim choices which varied from model to model. The engine choices
consisted of the Mileage Maker Six Cylinder, Thunderbird 292 V-8,
Thunderbird 352 Special with 220 horsepower, and the new
Thunderbird 390 Special at 300 horsepower.
In addition, Ford developed a new high performance 390 engine that
was optional. This particular engine offered an optional tri-power
carburetion setup which could be added to the 390 engine. The 390
Hi-Performance engine when equipped with the three carburetors was
rated at an astounding 400 horsepower. Ford offered the three speed
manual transmission, Ford Overdrive, Fordomatic Drive two speed
automatic, and three speed automatic Cruise-O-Matic
transmission.
The 1961 was available with a myriad of options. Some of the more
popular options were the Selectaire Conditioner, Spotlight Mirror,
Continental Kit, Front or Rear Bumper Guards, Hood Ornament,
Electric Windshield Washers, Deluxe Mirror with Ford Crest Insert,
Power Seats, and Power Steering.
A Very Nice Western Solid Rust Free Vehicle With Service Records,
Detailed And Ready For Shows....
Features On This Car Include:
Rebuilt Great Running Ford 390 ci V8 Engine With 4 Barrel
Carburetor, Engine Code "Z" In VIN
Rebuilt Ford Cruise-O-Matic Transmission
Power Steering
Up Dated Power Brakes
Heater / Defroster With Re cored Heater And NOS Valve
New Hoses
Stock Factory Clock
Factory Push Button AM Radio
Gorgeous Glossy Raven Black Paint Color Code "A"
Fender Skirts (Storage Bag For Skirts In Trunk)
Super Nice Bright Chrome
Newer White Power Convertible Top With Matching Boot
Very Nice Red/White Vinyl Seat Interior Code "95"
Wide White Wall Tires On Chromed Smoothies And Coned Centers
New Window Cranks And Handles
Worldwide Enclosed Door To Door Transportation Along With Low Rate
And Long Term Financing Available