Vehicle Description
Here is an unmolested genuine "R" code 427-425 hp Galaxie 500
fastback. Same owner since 1985, 33 years! It has a period correct
427 block and majority of the components it was born with. This is
an extremely rare car. Not only because so few were produced, but
because many were raced, wrecked and modified.
The "R" code Galaxie was conceived with NASCAR in mind. The big car
manufacturers were duking it out at the race tracks. With 7 liters
being the maximum size displacement allowed, the 427 was born. Then
they needed to get every last horsepower they could from it. No
frills, just go fast. Power steering and brakes were not offered,
all were 4-speeds
MOTOR COMPARTMENT: This is what makes this car so special: A
427-425 hp motor featuring 2 big Holley 4 barrel carbs, aluminum
intake, solid lifter cam, long tube exhaust manifolds, dual point
distributor and so much more. Power steering or brakes could not be
ordered. It was a brute, not for sissys. It is very authentic and
honest in the engine compartment, all the components appear factory
correct. Has period correct 427 block with cross bolted mains. Has
# match heads, intake, at least 1 carb, (other carb looks the same,
I couldn't find the tag) long tube exhaust manifolds and
distributor. Correct parts unique to the 427- fuel canister and
bracket, generator pulley, valve covers, air cleaner.
EXTERIOR: Considered a fastback, it has a laid back roof line for
better aerodynamics on the speedway. This Galaxie looks stunning in
black. Stand 3 feet away it looks like a #1 show car. Body is
straight, all the panels and trim fit nice, paint has a glass
finish. Get closer and there are areas of the paint that are
crackling from age. I won't use the word perfect to describe chrome
and trim, but it is really exceptional. Upfront the grill is very
straight and shiney, bumper and fender spears are excellent. Has
the 427 cross flag emblems on fenders. In back bumper, taillights
and trunk panel are mint. Side moldings are excellent. Stainless
trim around roof and windows is polished like chrome. Windows all
fit nice, doors shut nice even with windows up. Jambs are very
clean. Trim tag is original, not a reproduction. The rims are 15
inch with spinner hubcaps that were used on R codes only.
INTERIOR: It's a very rare color. Ther then front seat unsert and
carpet, it is original. Seats are very nice with original xhrome
piping. Door panels are still intact but showing age. The dash area
is very well preserved, original radio. Has correct shifter, click
works, headliner is excellent.
TRUNK COMPARTMENT: Rock solid metal. Has the cardboard side panels
and plaid mat with insulation. Brand new spare tire, painted rim
and complete jack assembly properly installed. Bottom side of the
trunk lid and the jam is excellent. Trunk shuts nice.
UNDERSIDE: Rock solid clean metal. Has correct T-10 4-speed and 9
inch rear with 4.10 gears.
It's a rare opportunity to buy a significant piece of muscle car
history that hasn't been on the market in over 3 decades. I
witnessed a black R code sell for $112,000 1 year ago, this car is
worth the money!
15" spinner caps
Dual quads
4.10 rear