Vehicle Description
Running strong and looking solid, this 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 won't
be the classic car you see occupying the slow lane with its blinker
on. On the contrary, with its strong drivetrain in good form and a
number of thoughtful modifications added to its mix, it will be a
great acquisition for the classic car enthusiast looking for daily
driver dependability to go along with vintage Ford charm.
This classic came along the very year Ford opted to make the
Galaxie their full-sized standard bearer. As a "500", it enjoyed
top of the line status and was bestowed several exterior features
unavailable on its garden variety counterparts, most notably its
abundance of chrome trim. It's a car that wears its
generously-proportioned stature proudly - with a long wheel base
that provides the unspoken promise of a smooth ride, and the
substantial amount of real estate beyond its front and rear tires
the unmistakable notion of a luxury ride perfectly suited to long,
comfortable group or family excursions. With its candy apple red
metallic paint - an awesome shade that provides a definite "custom"
touch - this Galaxie 500 has an unmistakably solid look, with well
aligned body panels, doors, trunk and hood that open and shut
smoothly and are surrounded by nice, tight gaps, and straight,
level bumpers and chrome trim.
A well-configured gray interior, featuring a mixture of vinyl and
cloth, replaces the original beige version this Ford started life
with. The bench seats in front and back are in nice shape, holding
their original shape while remaining well-padded and comfortable.
There's every bit as much leg and shoulder room inside as you'd
expect from the outside appearance. Take a look just in front of
the custom wheel that's sitting on a tilt column, and you'll find a
truly impressive dash area. It's an expanse of clean gray steel and
features some really great touches, including a trio of Vintage Air
registers that have been seamlessly added to keep you and your
passengers comfortable, as well as a JVC AM/FM/CD player to provide
all the audio options you'll need. Just a bit lower, the dash area
merges with an unusually well-crafted custom center console that's
carrying a trio of aftermarket gauges to assist their factory
counterparts in the instrument cluster, as well as a couple of
welcome cupholders. The trunk area in back is sizable by anyone's
standards, so no need to pack light when you and your passengers
hit the road.
Raise that lengthy hood and you'll find a 302 cubic inch V8 sitting
underneath, topped with a 4-barrel Holley carb. It starts right up
and runs smoothly as it breathes into a pair of stock headers that
lead to dual exhausts. The small block is paired with a C4 3-speed
transmission that's shifting precisely and is known for its
durability. Soon after you grab the wheel and hit the road, you
can't help but notice the precise steering that comes via the added
power rack and pinion system. For the classic car enthusiast
planning on driving frequently, it's a great add-on - providing
modern handling that really comes in handy during every day
motoring situations. Disc brakes have also been added up front for
very welcome fade resistance in more demanding circumstances. This
full-size Ford classic sits on a set of 15" stock rims, painted to
match car's exterior and wrapped with Goodyear Eagle GT2 tires.
This 1962 Galaxie 500 not only provides undeniable vintage curb
appeal, but also the confidence-inspiring road manners you'd want
in a frequent driver. Call today!