Built and in NJ since new. Indoors kept. Unadulterated original. Reverse failed and took it off the road. Reverse works "weakly" and is a common and correctable failure. Starts drives excellent. Clock and fuel gauge non-functional. Everything else works. Straight complete and rust free. Have original owners manual and other 1962 sale paperwork. Clear title in-hand.
VIN 2E69X246260 can be broken down as follows:
2: Model year 1962.
E: Assembly plant, "E" corresponds to Mahwah, New Jersey.
69: Body series, "69" indicates a Galaxie 500XL 2-door convertible.
X: Engine code "X" corresponds to a 352 cubic inch (5.8L) V8 engine with a 2-barrel carburetor.
246260: Sequential production number, indicating the vehicle’s production sequence.