The intense competition in the full-size automobile industry, particularly in the mid-1960s when Chevrolet and Impala dominated the US market, hindered the popularity of the excellent Galaxie.
The Galaxie series saw significant changes in 1965 with the arrival of a new generation. These improvements included an entirely new design including vertical headlights, many engine upgrades, and the addition of new mills that produced more power.
1966 witnessed the debut of the Ford Galaxie 500 7 Liter, a model whose engine was bored from the Ford Thunderbird. Sporting a displacement of 428 cubic inches, the massive V8 developed 345 horsepower, becoming the top choice in the Galaxie lineup.
The 289 V8, the most popular option for this model year, was installed in the two-door hardtop that eBay seller geoffsh68 is selling.
The owner refers to the vehicle as a time capsule, and the Galaxie comes very near to being in this ideal state.
At first, the car was saved by an upstate New York Ford dealer. The magnificent shape of the automobile convinced them to keep it when they traded it, and the Galaxie wound up in a private collection. Because it was meticulously maintained, both the inside and outside still show off their amazing shape.
The paint is only approximately 80 percent original, as the Galaxie has allegedly received some previous body repairs, but everything inside is untouched. The photos indicate that the cabin is spotless, as the headliner and the seats look like in a new car. The owner says the vinyl roof is also spotless, and so is the carpet and the dash pad.
The engine starts, runs, and drives flawlessly, which is not surprising, but the odometer is what surprises me next. The odometer indicates little over 20,000 kilometers, so the mileage is astounding. Since the odometer never rolled over, they are all original, which makes sense given the design of the vehicle. The Galaxie was never given the opportunity to accrue more miles because it was kept in a garage for the majority of its life, particularly after the Ford dealer saved it.
Even though the Galaxie has a flawless shape and is a superb collection, it isn’t the most sought-after classic today. I don’t think the convertible will be around for very long because it’s a time capsule that belongs in someone’s collection.