Vehicle Description
Fantastic original, unrestored Galaxie. Beautiful and unusual color
combination with rare padded roof and gorgeous original interior.
Strong-running 352 cubic inch V8, automatic, power steering, power
brakes. Ford's full-sized cruiser in exceptional original
condition!The fastback roofline on this 1964 Galaxie 500 owes its
existence to NASCAR, where Ford was committed to building winning
machines. The formal, upright roofline on the standard Galaxie
acted like a parachute, so designers came up with the sloping
roofline fondly called the 'fastback' to help improve aero
performance on the high ovals. What they ultimately did was create
what is arguably the best-looking full-sized Ford of the 1960s.
This one shows just over 42,000 original miles and comes form
long-term ownership where its originality has been preserved, not
erased. It certainly appears that all of the code X Vintage
Burgundy paint is indeed vintage-there are no signs of a respray or
touch-ups. Sure, there are a few signs of use and age appropriate
to nearly 60 years of fun, but nothing that requires attention and
it would be a crime to repaint this awesome survivor. The doors
close with the kind of precision that's normally reserved for solid
original cars and it feels substantial going down the road. That
padded roof is a seldom-seen feature on these cars but we find it
works rather well, giving the illusion of a convertible while
preserving the sleek fastback profile. There are no splits or
tears, nor are there any signs of trouble underneath. There's also
quite a bit of nicely preserved chrome that shines up nicely,
giving the car a pleasing all-of-a-piece look that works very
well.If you really need to know why this car is special, just take
a look inside. That's a completely original factory tan cloth and
vinyl interior that's not only beautifully styled but also
extremely well preserved. Ford designers gave the flagship Galaxie
funky brocade fabric that feels expensive and obviously stands up
to wear. No tears, no popped seams, just some discoloration on the
driver's door panel where someone's elbow has been resting for six
decades. The subtle dark tan tones of the dashboard contrast
beautifully with the upholstery and the cream-faced gauges are not
only attractive but fully functional. Seat belts have been added
front and rear, which is always a good idea, and there are
aftermarket carpeted floor mats protecting the floors. The
headliner is remarkably well preserved with no discoloration or
sagging, again suggesting that this car has led a very easy life.
And, of course, there's a truly massive trunk outfitted with a
correct plaid mat, full-sized spare tire, and jack assembly. You
could get a dizzying array of engines in the Galaxie 500, with this
car carrying the X-code 352 cubic inch V8. Topped by a 4-barrel
carburetor, it makes a rather stout 250 horsepower and the kind of
torque that makes the car feel effortless. The engine bay has been
freshened but never fully disassembled, so the details look right
and it runs so smoothly you might not even feel it idling. There's
a lot of recent work, including a tune-up, belts and hoses, and
fresh fluids, so it's ready to drive and enjoy. You'll also note
that it has both power steering and power brakes, so anyone can
handle this big coupe with ease. Ford's reliable Cruise-O-Matic
3-speed automatic handles the gear changes and there are 3.00 gears
in the 9-inch rear end, making this a superlative highway cruiser.
Note that the floors and rockers are completely sold and protected
by a layer of undercoating, but it's not so thick that it's hiding
anything serious. Factory markings are still visible on some of the
suspension components, and it does have that incomparable big
luxury car ride. The dual exhaust system uses glasspack-style
mufflers so it has a nice burble but nothing that gets obnoxious
when you just want to cruise. 14-inch steel wheels carry
spinner-type hubcaps and whitewall radials for a period-perfect
look.Extras include an original owner's manual, extra hubcaps, and
reproduction door thresholds.It's no secret that we love unmolested
original cars, and this Galaxie ticks all the important boxes. It's
a great body style, wears gorgeous colors, and the interior is just
spectacular. And the best thing about original cars is how they
drive, and this car will make you a believer-it's smooth and
confident. If you're a full-sized Ford fan, this Galaxie deserves a
closer look. Call today!Harwood Motors always recommends and
welcomes personal or professional inspections of any vehicle in our
inventory prior to purchase.
