Step back in time with this beautiful 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible. Perfect for any classic car enthusiasts or collectors. Before the muscle car craze of the mid-1960s, full-sized cars like the Ford Galaxie 500XL dominated the high-performance market. Ford's engineering excellence shone through in 1963 with the arrival of the Galaxie 500XL, a model celebrated for its racing pedigree and family-friendly space.

This particular Galaxie 500XL was assembled at the Ford plant in New Jersey. It is one of 36,876 Convertibles produced. While its complete history remains somewhat mysterious, it's believed to have its original powertrain and mostly original interior.

Key Features:

Year & Model: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible
Engine: Original 352-cubic-inch V-8 (Interceptor V-8), 8.9:1 compression ratio, Holley two-barrel carburetor
Transmission: Smooth three-speed automatic transmission
Exterior: Repainted in its original Oxford Blue, chrome trim in great condition, rear fender skirts, new power convertible top fabric, and its original blue convertible boot cover
Interior: Believed to be mostly original, well-maintained vinyl seats, excellent carpet condition, original dashboard and instrument cluster
Mileage: odometer reads 86,004 and is believed to be original mileage

The well-renowned Ford 352-cubic-inch V-8 under the hood, fires up immediately and runs smoothly. Though its rebuild history is unknown, it remains unmodified and is mated to a three-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission that shifts seamlessly. The engine bay retains an almost entirely stock appearance, with minor dirt and surface corrosion, along with a small oil leak noted by the seller.

The car has had a repaint in its original Oxford Blue, presenting well with minor imperfections. The chrome trim and rear fender skirts are in good unrestored condition. The power convertible top, with new fabric and power rams, operates flawlessly. All glass is chip-free and in great condition, and all exterior lighting is functional.

Inside, the Galaxie 500XL features well-preserved vinyl seat coverings and the carpet shows to be in good condition. The dashboard, including the instrument cluster and full-length bright insert, appears entirely original. The power steering is in top shape, recently fitted with a new power steering pump.

Additional Features:

Drum brakes (not power assisted)
Stock suspension with recent shock absorbers
Original Deluxe wheel covers
Cooper white-stripe radials with good tread depth
Smooth cruising at 65 mph with no vibrations

Included with the sale are the original window sticker (MSRP $4,231.00), the original owner's manual, and maintenance records, offering some insight into the history of this beautiful classic.

This 1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible is ready for open-air cruising and is an excellent candidate for further restoration to show-quality standards or for immediate enjoyment as is. Contact V Fine Motorcars in Austin, TX today to make this classic yours!