Vehicle Description
Ford was riding high in 1964. Motor Trend awarded the entire Ford
line of cars their "Car of the Year" honor. Ford's big cars, like
this 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 coupe, were racking up an impressive
amount of NASCAR victories, partly due to the attractive fastback
roof design introduced mid-way through the 1963 model year. This
Galaxie 500 is restored and finished in the same color scheme it
left the factory in, Rangoon Red (code J), with a black interior.
According to the original sales contract with the car, it was sold
on February 27, 1964, by Ford dealer Mattews Motors in Asheville,
North Carolina, to a gentleman from nearby Candler. Other documents
include the factory window sticker, first registration card, and
owner's and service specifications manuals.
The glossy Rangoon Red paint, shiny chrome, and bright trim look
great on this classic. The interior is restored to its original,
with a nice removable front seat armrest, cup holder, and retro
AM/FM radio designed to fit perfectly in the stock dash.
Under the hood is a smooth-running 289 2-barrel V8 engine paired
with a 3-speed manual transmission that sounds great through the
old-school dual glass-pack mufflers. The column-mounted "Three on
the Tree" shifter shifts quickly and is fun to drive. A
period-correct horizon-style tachometer keeps track of the engine's
RPM and looks excellent. It is simple to drive and a pleasure to
operate-a set of white-lettered B.F. Goodrich Radial T/A mounted on
steel wheels with spider caps help capture a nostalgic NASCAR look,
however the original Deluxe wheel covers are included in the
trunk.
Highlights:
*289 V8 engine
*3-speed manual transmission
*Dual exhaust with glass-packs
*Period correct tachometer
*BF Goodrich Radial T/A tires mounted on steel wheels.
*Original wheel covers included
*Retro AM/FM radio
*Original North Carolina car
*Original sales contract from new
*Original window sticker
*Owner's manual
Well restored and well documented, this classic 1964 Ford Galaxie
500 is a wonderfully nostalgic car to drive and create new memories
with. Call today!
