Vehicle Description
We know why you're eying at this 1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner. It's
not just that this is a chrome-laden American classic in the
perfect art deco color combo. It's also you're transfixed on that
ultra-cool electronic stow-away hard top that will make you a hit
at plenty of car shows and cruise-ins to come. So it's awesome to
find such a well-restored and well-presented example like this.
This classic is presented in its factory-correct two-tone Sherwood
Green and Colonial White. This is a high-quality modern respray
that makes sure the white is bright and the hint of metallic in the
green loves the sunshine. It's a vivid as your nostalgia. So this
is the ideal '50s color combo that makes cruising down any Main
Street feel like a drive down memory lane. But more than just the
color, this Skyliner would not be half as attractive if all of the
brightwork was not this complete. It covers everything from the
wide front bumpers and cool custom chrome headlights, to the
taillights that were obviously inspired by the jet age. There's
even a continental kit to give added style and length to this
classic Ford. Of course, the retractable hard top roof is the real
reason why this is such a valued classic. It was the engineering
sensation of its time, as multiple motors make it look like the
trunk is swallowing the roof whole. There's nothing cooler at a car
show then when one of these is stopped halfway up so we can all be
in awe of this American marvel.
With the roof down, everyone can see the green and white theme
continued on the interior. Just like the exterior, there have been
solid investments inside to keep this looking quite stock but
feeling far fresher. For example, the seats have been
reupholstered, but that intricate style with the two-tone and comfy
cloth inserts are pure 1950s flair. Everything from the texture of
the door panels to the Ford family crest in the center of the
steering wheel has that awesome classic feeling. Even the AM radio
is still working! Just like today's hardtop convertibles, having
the roof down doesn't mean losing your entire trunk. There is still
luggage space in the neat little cave that the stowed hardtop
creates, and this even still has the correct box to show you were
your cargo goes.
Underneath the sporty forward-tilt hood is the correct B-code 332
cubic-inch V8. It has that great period-correct appearance with the
big air cleaner on top, and it matches the FORD logo valve covers.
The belts, hoses, wires, mater cylinder, and so much more has a
clean a well-presented look that tells you this one has been under
the right maintenance. It translates to a smooth performance and
plenty of torque to move the big coupe/convertible without working
very hard. This one also has some great driving features such as
the power steering, three-speed automatic transmission, power
brakes, and upgraded front discs. While those make it a nice
cruising machine, all everyone will see are those correct Ford
hubcaps and tall classic whitewall tires.
The sale comes complete with the owner's manual. Ford only offered
this retractable option from 1957 to 1959, and the final year cars
like this one were the rarest and only ones to carry the Galaxie
badge. So, don't miss your chance to pick up the ultimate 1950s
collectible. Call today!!!