1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL
The Ford Galaxie is a full-sized car that was built in the United States by Ford for model years 1959 through to 1974. The name was used for the top models in Ford’s full-size range from 1958 until 1961, in a marketing attempt to appeal to the excitement surrounding the Space Race. In 1958, a concept car was introduced called “la Galaxie” which incorporated the headlights into pods inline with the grille and a reduced front profile. For 1962, all full-size Fords wore the Galaxie badge, with “500″ and “500/XL” denoting the higher series. The Galaxie 500/LTD was introduced for 1965 followed by the Galaxie 500 7-Litre for 1966. The Galaxie 500 prefix was dropped from the LTD in 1966, and from the XL in 1967; however the basic series structuring levels were maintained. The “regular” Galaxie 500 continued below the LTD as Ford’s mid-level full-size model from 1965 until its demise at the end of the 1974 model year.
When it came to “Total Performance”, no one could hold a candle to Ford in 1964. That year everything seemed to come together with superb styling for the passenger cars and some of the hottest engines the American auto industry has ever seen. Introduced for mid-year 1963 was the ultimate FE big-block engine, the 427ci V8. Available in two levels, 410bhp with a single four-barrel, or 425bhp, “R” code version with dual four-barrels. Known among fans as the “side-oiler”, these power-houses would propel full-size Fords into the front of pack be it on the street, strip or track. If someone had a hunger, a need for speed, Ford had a full menu ready to be served up.
The body of this 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL consists of all original panels. The car was color sanded and buffed to a mirror finish. The interior has the original dash pad and door panels. The front bucket seats were recovered in black vinyl to original style.
The rear bumper, a massive piece of iron, was sent for new chrome, all the other brightwork, most of which is stainless steel, is in great condition and the Galaxie now finished, looks stunning and is ready to waft you in sumptuous style to any car show or venue of your choice. Please note all fiends and relations will have weddings and proms that you will have to attend!
Think it is fair to say that this must be one of the best examples in the U.K. If not USA.
