1965 Ford Galaxie

Convertible

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

Gasoline

In the mid-1960s, Ford performance was spelled GALAXIE. Full-sized cars could carry full-sized motors, and they were dominant on the big oval tracks of NASCAR, and were popular gentlemans hot rods for guys who needed a big car but craved more performance than a Cadillac or Lincoln could deliver. This very cool 1965 Galaxie coupe that was born as a Nevada car and still features a freshly rebuilt 390 cubic inch V8 and a few subtle modifications to make it a car that will get second and third glances at the local cruise night car show. Bodywork on this big cruiser is in great shape. The paint color is actually Guards red which is more commonly know as Porsche Red with a great glow and bright highlights that look great in the sun. The chrome is in pretty good condition, and its refreshing to not see a car with modifications also sporting painted bumpers, which always look like a shortcut. Even the bright rocker trim is in place and in great shape, clearly benefitting from a pass or two under a buffing wheel. The handsome black interior is all about full-sized comfort with just a hint of luxury car style. Those seat covers are new, and seem to be a pretty good match for the originals with their patterned upper backrests front and rear. The door panels and carpeting have both been recently replaced. Simple gauges with a wide speedometer are the only thing the driver has to look at. While driving you grab a thin-rimmed steering wheel that is effortless thanks to power steering under the hood. Speaking of things under the hood, the engine is a 390 cubic inch V8 that has been rebuilt and nicely finished. It features Ford Cobra valve covers and air cleaner, a new Edelbrock intake and MSD high energy distributor. Theres nothing too radical going on under here, so it is just as reliable as it was when it rolled off the showroom floor, and every bit as potent on the street. Its backed by a 3-speed automatic transmission thats nestled into a clean, well-preserved chassis that shows years of easy living. A large-diameter dual exhaust system features ubiquitous Flowmaster mufflers, and high performance shocks have been added to tighten up the ride a bit, since the Galaxies were never known for their agility. Great looking 18 inch Mustang GT Ploished Chrome wear BF Goodrich G-Force T/A tires for a timeless look thats perfectly in tune with the mildly modified Galaxie. Make no mistake, these were potent cars in the days before big block Mustangs and Camaros, and even today a well-driven Galaxie with a 390 is easily a match for an early Mustang. Its even more fun when you can bring five of your best friends with you, as well as all their luggage. With some tasteful modifications, this car shows and drives like a much more expensive vehicle, and its a welcome change from the hundreds of pony cars that you see at every show. History is on the Galaxies side, and the day is fast approaching when they become highly sought collectables in their own right. Take this nice example home today and get ahead of the curve. You can pick this car up and confidently drive it home no matter where you live.