Vehicle Description
Still wearing its original color and carrying plenty of big block
power, this 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL is a great looking early '60s
cruiser and a sterling example of Ford's design wizardry during its
era. The top ranking trim level among Galaxies, it offers plenty of
open air excitement to go along with its vintage Ford charm.
Long, broad and angular, this is just a flat out awesome looking
car. As the '60s progressed, Ford continued to make some subtle
changes to its second generation design, with each subsequent model
taking on a decidedly more aggressive and modern look. You can
easily see just how effective those tweaks were. It's still decked
out in the same black hue it left the factory with all those years
ago, ornamented by long stretches of chrome trim running the
considerable length of its sides. It's got a very agile look for a
full-size car, an appearance created in part by the forward
placement of its front wheels and the stylish shape of its rear
fenders, which cover a good part of the rear tires to give this
Ford a great low-slung looking stance. Well-aligned, with flush
fitting doors, hood and deck lid, it's a very capable-looking
classic that beckons you to climb behind the wheel and hit the road
for open-air excitement. Should the weather not remain in your
favor on your journey, its black canvas power convertible top
raises into place to shelter you from the elements.
Open the driver's side door and climb inside and you'll be greeted
by a very fresh-looking red vinyl interior. Here, you'll find a
great blend of original components, aided by a set of aftermarket
gauges that blend seamlessly with their surroundings. The pair of
low-backed buckets up front have plenty of life left in them, and
they sit astride a great looking center console that provides some
handy storage space with a well-placed shifter sitting toward its
front end. There's more than enough legroom both fore and aft to
keep your contingent of passengers happy. Beyond the steering
wheel, the dash area features a broad stretch of chrome trim, and
an instrument cluster that houses a set of gauges that still
feature their original design and looking impressively readable
behind clear lenses. You'll have no shortage of luggage space - the
trunk area in back is amply sized and looks very clean, with its
floor covered by a fresh expanse of fabric and a full-size spare
sitting toward the front with plenty of tread left.
There's been a big block residing in the engine bay ever since this
Ford left the factory, but the 427-cubic inch V8 that sits there
now takes things up a notch or two over its predecessor as far as
power is concerned. Crowned by a pair of Rochester 4-barrel carbs
that keep it well-fed, this is a strong motor to be sure, and it
fires right up and runs with a great aftermarket lope that's
prominent enough to convey its power, but not so drastic as to be
jarring. A four-speed manual transmission sits in place of the
original automatic to provide a more involving driving experience.
Power steering and power front disc brakes combine with a rebuilt
front suspension to make for a very street-ready ride. This Ford
classic sits on a set of 15" American Racing wheels that are
carrying BF Goodrich TA radials.
This 1963 Ford Galaxie XL offers a very compelling combination of
curb appeal, power and open air driving excitement. Call today!
