For Sale: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 in Morgantown, Pennsylvania

1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2 Door Sedan

When you think about it, there are a number of cars named after celestial objects. Taurus is a constellation, Nova is a star, Subaru is a star cluster, Apollo, Aries, Comet, Eclipse, and of course, one of the most common of the 1960's, the Galaxie by Ford!

For consignment, a 1969 Ford Galaxie 500 2 door sedan with a title verified 104,217 actual miles. This garage kept beauty is a stunning example of 60's design, clean inside and out, and it's going to make Main Street cruising an absolute blast for its next owner.

Exterior
Remember when earth tones were the trend? Well, here's one of the lighter hues and now is present with two stage quality as the Sandshell Beige is without flaws on this car. Designer thought the slab sided 500 needed some dress up trim and so obliged with a polished spear that starts on the door and circles a hairpin turn in back followed by the trim running parallel and extending over the front fender. Your eye is also captured by the series of vertical trim pieces in back and also by the broad band that anchors the wide C-pillar. The grille is mimicked by the latch panel trim between the distinctive Ford round tail lights with their crosshair accenting. Half moon headlight covers are flashy and the yellow fog lights on the bumper are a nice addition. 15-inch chrome steel wheels perpetuate the theme and they're wrapped in wide white wall tires, partially obscured in back by the streamlining fender skirts. It's all very nice and ready for show and go.

Interior
Three shades of brown, including the beige, line the door panels which are enhanced by the aluminum insert housing the armrest. The split bench sports a handsome design with brown velour like cloth bordered with beige vinyl and formalized with accent buttons and polished framing. The rear bench mirrors the materials and design and the sidewalls continue the pattern of the door. Our steering wheel is wrapped in a saddle vinyl cover and leads to the symmetrical dash that puts two round gauges to the sides of the horizontal speedometer. The metallic mid panel takes in knobs, vent levers, an AM radio, an old school liquid compass, and the glove box. There's also an AM/FM/Cassette radio mounted under the dash just over the brown carpet that covers the floor nicely along with some Mustang rubber mats. The light headliner up above shows some age with a tear or two, and the trunk is covered with a plaid vinyl mat and is in good condition.

Drivetrain
Some bright red elements brighten up the clean engine bay housing a 260ci V8 with a 2-barrel carburetor and rated at 164 horsepower. It is backed by a Ford-O-Matic 2-speed automatic transmission sending power to the Ford 9" in back with 3.25 gears.

Undercarriage
Driver quality underneath with some expected surface rust, some oil sling, and some grime build up on front componentry. The only rust we note is on both of the stock style mufflers which have rusted through, and they are part of the dual exhaust system that terminates with chrome tips emerging out back. Power drum brakes are equipped at each wheel and suspension is standard with coil springs up front and leaf springs in back.

Drive-Ability
Unfortunately, upon start up, we immediately notice the engine missing, smoke from the right bank, and oil pushing out of the filler tube. This is an issue we're not going to exasperate with a test drive. That said, functional items all operate with the exception of the clock. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your purchase.

Here we have a spectacularly clean Galaxie that obviously is going to need some engine work and there's no doubt, this one is worth saving and has many years of providing true classic car joy to the person willing to take it on. In terms of cosmetic beauty, it's out of this world!

3G61F138086

3-1963
G-Chicago, IL Assy Plant
61-Galaxie 500 2 Dor Sedan
F-260ci 2bbl V8
138086-Sequential Unit Number

WARRANTY PLATE

BODY 62A-Galaxie 500 2 Door Sedan
COLOR T-Sandshell Beige
TRIM 24-Light & Pearl Beige Bodycloth & Crush Vinyl
DATE 15M-December 15th
DSO 13-New York
AXLE 4-Ford 9" 3.25 Conventional
TRANS 3-Ford O Matic 2 Speed

Classic Auto Mall is home to more than 1,000 classic and collectible vehicles for sale via consignment in a climate controlled 336,000-square foot showroom (that's more than 8 acres!). The largest single location consignment dealer of classic and collectible vehicles in the country is located in Morgantown, Pennsylvania, just 1-hour west of Philadelphia off Exit 298 of the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. For more information visit www.classicautomall.com or call us at (888) 227-0914. Contact us anytime for more information or to come see the vehicle in person. There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee is not included in the advertised price.

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