Rare Find!: 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 G-Code 406 Tri-PowerPresenting a
holy grail of early 1960s American performance: a genuine 1962 Ford
Galaxie 500 Club Victoria, factory-born as an ultra-rare G-Code
vehicle. Combining the classic elegance of Ford's formal
Thunderbird-style roofline with raw drag-strip dominance, this
full-size classic is a crown jewel for any serious
collector.Factory VIN Decoded (2U63G166996):2 1962 Model YearU
Louisville, KY Assembly Plant63 Galaxie 500 2-Door Club Victoria
HardtopG 406 cubic-inch High-Performance FE V8 with Factory
Tri-Power (405 HP / 10.9:1 Compression)166996 Sequential Production
NumberThe Legend of the G-Code:In 1962, Ford answered the muscle
car movement by introducing the specialized 406 cubic-inch
big-block V8. The ultimate iteration was the G-Code, which topped
the engine with triple Holley two-barrel carburetors to push out a
breathtaking 405 horsepower straight from the factory. This car
represents a historic moment in Ford's Total Performance
eraoffering an understated, luxurious sleeper look that conceals
NASCAR-bred muscle underneath.From the Showroom Floor: The Jet-Age
Giant with 405-Horsepower Tri-Power ThunderWhen the 1962 model year
kicked off, Dearborn had a serious problem. On the streets and at
the drag strips, Fords muscle car lineup was facing a major
displacement deficit. Going up against the legendary 409 Chevys,
413 Mopars, and 421 Pontiacs without a single engine pushing past
the 400-cubic-inch mark was a recipe for taillight-watching.Fords
remedy arrived mid-season, and it arrived with a vengeance.By
boring and stroking the venerable 390ci block, Ford gave birth to
the 406-cubic-inch V8. In standard trim, breathing through a single
Holley four-barrel carburetor, it pumped out a fierce 385
horsepower. But it was the legendary Super High-Performance
Tri-Power configuration that truly rewrote the history books. By
placing three Holley two-barrel carburetors beneath a striking,
polished oval air cleaner, Ford unleashed a brutal 405
horsepower.To handle that kind of mechanical violence, Ford made
its robust Borg-Warner four-speed manual transmission mandatory.
While most 406s found their homes inside Galaxie 500 hardtops and
pillared coupes, a select few were ordered in Ford's ultimate
mid-year luxury-muscle additions: the full-zoot 500XL hardtop and
the 500XL Sunliner. A base 406 could rocket to 60 mph in 7.1
seconds, but the Tri-Power trimmed a half-second off that
timecementing this full-sized cruiser as a legitimate apex predator
of the early '60s.The Feature Attraction: A Rotisserie-Restored
G-Code MasterpieceWe are thrilled to offer this stunning,
investment-grade 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Club Victoria from
our Museum Collection. Having recently undergone a grueling,
no-expense-spared frame-off rotisserie restoration, every single
component on this big-block powerhouse has been either meticulously
restored or replaced with correct parts.If you have been searching
for a concours-level muscle car that is equally ready to dominate
the national show circuit or melt rubber at the drag strip, your
search ends in our showroom.Exterior: Raven Black EleganceDraped in
a flawless respray of its original, factory-correct Raven Black,
the laser-straight steel body panels feature factory-spec gaps and
breathtaking lines. The finish is incredibly deep and glossy. The
side profile is perfectly accented by a mid-body chrome trim spear
that stretches from the dual headlights all the way to the stern,
tapering into a sharp arrow point at the rear quarter panels.Up
front, the iconic egg-crate grille houses a pristine gunsight
badge. Look down at the lower portion of the front fenders and you
will find the calling card of early-60s track dominance: the
coveted gold 406 badge, complete with crossed checkered flags and
the Ford eagle insignia. At the rear, jet-engine-style round
taillights evoke the peak of mid-century aerospace design, neatly
framed by an electric-shaver-style trim panel and a mirror-finished
rear bumper. The car rides perfectly on period-correct, 15-inch
gloss black painted steel wheels wrapped in aggressive BF Goodrich
Radial T/A tires.Interior: A Space-Age Command CenterSwing open the
door and you are transported straight into a futuristic 1962
paradise. The entire cabin has been treated to a total upholstery
overhaul. The factory-correct Red Crush vinyl split-bench seating
features pristine tuck-and-roll inserts, smooth red bolsters, and
contrasting white piping that traces the borders.The dashboard
feels like it was lifted right out of a sci-fi cockpit, featuring a
central white-faced horizontal speedometer flanked by dual round
gauge clustersall floating in an immaculate, machine-turned
aluminum face. On the floor, plush, low-pile red carpeting frames a
perfectly positioned chrome-handled shifter. Pop the trunk, and you
will find it beautifully sorted with its original vinyl plaid
liner, a factory spare and jack, and a bonus set of vintage dog
dish hubcaps.Drivetrain: The Legendary G-Code CoreLift the long
black hood and you are greeted by an engine bay that looks better
than it did when it rolled off the Louisville assembly line.
Resting inside the immaculate bay is the crown jewel: a correct and
original G-code 406ci Tri-Power V8 factory-rated at 405
horsepower.The block is finished in stunning Ford black,
beautifully contrasted by gold-painted valve covers and that
magnificent, numbers-correct Tri-Power setup utilizing three
2-barrel carburetors topped by a ribbed raw-aluminum air cleaner.
Power is fed back through a correct Borg-Warner T10 4-speed manual
transmission out to a bulletproof Ford 9-inch rear end with a
versatile 3.50 conventional axle.Undercarriage & Drive-AbilityThe
phrase rotisserie restoration gets thrown around loosely these
days, but this build was executed to the nines. The undercarriage
features a heavily painted black steel frame supporting all-steel
floor pans coated in a deep, glossy black finish so clean you could
eat off of it. The independent front coil springs, rear leaf
springs, and four-wheel drum brakes are completely new. Factory
cast-iron headers dump into a flawless, stock-style dual exhaust
system that gives this 406 a deep, intimidating rumble.On our test
track, this giant cruiser performed beautifully. It fires up
instantly, shifts smoothly, and glides down the road without a
single squeak or rattle. It is a massive, powerful time capsule
that delivers an authentic, high-horsepower 1962 driving
experience.Your Spot on the Show Grid AwaitsWith its miles-deep
Raven Black paint, stunning red interior, and a cleaner-than-clean
undercarriage, you will be hard-pressed to find a finer example of
a rare, Tri-Power G-code Galaxie anywhere on the market. It is
fully sorted, historically correct, and waiting for you in our main
showroom. Channel your inner George Jetson and come claim this
futuristic masterpiece today.Specifications & Decoding / Factory
Warranty Tag DataSpecification BreakdownVIN: 2U63G166996 (1962 /
Louisville, KY / Galaxie 500 2-Dr Club Victoria / 406ci Tri-Power
V8 / Serial #166996)Body Style: 65A Galaxie 500 2-Door Club
VictoriaExterior Color: A Raven BlackInterior Trim: 35 Red Crush
VinylProduction Date: 28G Built July 28, 1962DSO: 21 Atlanta
Delivery DistrictRear Axle: 5 Ford 9-inch / 3.50:1 Ratio /
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