Vehicle Description
With great blue color inside and out, loaded A/C interior, and the
original big block 390 V8 with a factory triple deuce setup, this
1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL was a car for big shots who wanted big
power. That kind of presence has only grown into a great
attention-grabbing attitude as this cruiser has matured into true
classic status.
When it was new, this was the kind of car that let you know the
boss had arrived... and today the spirit continues with the perfect
mix of premium, sporty, and vintage. The factory-correct Peacock
Blue paint has the kind of brightness that tells you there was a
solid investment in keeping this one bold. At the same time, it has
plenty of sophistication thanks to the white roof with matching
full-length trim. All the chrome is excellent, the ornate grille is
extremely nice, and you can see the care that went into keeping
this premium Ford looking great. Details like the fender-mounted
ornaments, the 390 checkered flag badges, and of course, the
jet-inspired taillights mean that nobody will mistake this for
anything but a senior Ford. And just to make sure this sporty and
vintage image is maximized, an iconic set of Cragar SS wheels were
added.
When you open the door, the factory-correct turquoise blue interior
lets you know this whole coupe has the cool blue appeal of a deep
blue ocean. As a true executive-level machine, Ford really made
sure this looked fantastic with a cushy weave on the seats that
incorporate plenty of bright trim. Plus, the doors match this
pattern for a great '60s premium feeling. And speaking of premium,
the XL line meant this got bucket seats and a center console. So
while there's full-sized room to carry family and friends, this
Galaxie 500 XL is also quite comfy even when you're driving solo.
Adding to this upper-class experience are great features like the
power driver's seat, power windows, and cold air conditioning.
Those last two are particularly important because that means you
can easily share the cool pillarless hardtop profile with the world
any time you want and never break a sweat. But from the moment you
grab the stylized three-spoke steering wheel and spot the upgraded
tach on the column, you know this is far more than just a comfort
machine.
Pop the hood and you'll see that callouts on the fenders were not
lying. This is a Z-code car, and so we're happy to see a big 390
cubic-inch V8 filling the engine bay. Best of all, according to the
consignor, the motor is original to the car. So this is actually
much closer to an ultra-desirable M-code motor straight from Ford.
And you can tell a powerplant this special has received the right
care over the years. That's why the belts, wires, and hoses look
fresh, and it still retains that vintage charm with correct items
like the FoMoCo coolant overflow bag. A motor this size has no
trouble giving this full-size Ford some real get-up-and-go, and the
dual exhaust makes a powerful sound without losing this car's
cruising attitude. Plus, this Galaxie's three-speed Crusie-O-Matic
transmission is just as original as the motor. Add in power
steering, power brakes, and the modern grip of Pirelli Cinturato P7
tires, this a total package classic that's quite comfortable going
down the road.
The sale comes complete with all the right paperwork, including the
original bill of sale, original warranty card, owner's manual, and
service manuals. So with this level of power, comfort, and
originality, you're looking at the vintage Ford that leaves you
wanting for nothing. Don't let this special one slip away, call
today!