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LOT 34

1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible Chassis no. 4Z69X121339

Sold for US$96,320 inc. premiumLot to be sold without reserve
Lot 34

'From the Maine Classic Car Museum Collection'
1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible

1964 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Convertible
Chassis no. 4Z69X121339


352ci OHV "Interceptor" V8 Engine
Single 4-bbl Downdraft Carburetor
250bhp at 4,400rpm
3-speed Cruise-O-Matic Automatic Transmission
Independent A-Arm Front, Live Rear Axle with Semi-Elliptic Leaf Springs
4-Wheel Hydraulic Drum Brakes

*Believed to have just 99 original miles
*Astonishing time-warp condition
*Highly optioned and eminently attractive in Prairie Bronze
*A must have for any serious Ford collector


THE CAR OFFERED

In 1964, Ford once again announced a complete makeover of their entire range. From the compact Falcon to the full-sized Galaxie and luxurious Thunderbird, the new Fords hit the mark with crisp, balanced design and a range of excellent V8 engines from the compact 289 Challenger to the mighty 427. The Galaxie 500 XL looked lower and wider than ever and was the pick for buyers after big, stylish cruiser with plenty of muscle to back up the sharp looks.

This car's remarkable story begins in February of 1964, when Edgar Spenner, farmer from Centralia, Illinois visited the annual Chicago Auto Show at McCormick Place to have a gander at the latest models. Making his way to the Ford stand, he was struck by the gorgeous new Galaxie 500 XL Convertible and placed an order for one on the spot. Bucking the pragmatic Midwestern farmer stereotype, he ordered his Galaxie in top-line 500 XL trim, with the X-code 352ci Interceptor V8, Cruise-O-Matic transmission, center console, bucket seats, power steering, rear fender skirts, and finished in an appealing color scheme of Prairie Bronze (code P) with Medium Palomino Trim (code 89) and a white top.

As Edgar drove his sparkling new Galaxie home from Bill-Rick Ford, he felt disappointed with the feel of the power steering, and soon called dealer to exchange the new Galaxie. The dealer offered him a discounted trade-in price, which undoubtedly led to what we imagine was a heated exchange. Frustrated with his Ford and perhaps out of spite, Edgar parked the car in his barn after 73 miles and left it there until his passing.

The Galaxie was acquired in the early 2000s from Spenner's estate by an antiques dealer, and the car passed through various fastidious owners who went to great lengths to preserve its astonishing originality. The paint displays a few small areas of slight patina from age, but is otherwise outstanding, as is the gorgeous vinyl interior. The trunk looks virtually untouched, with a pristine mat and completely undisturbed spare wheel and jack set. Beneath the hood, the 352ci V8 retains its original decals and labels, with only age-appropriate shelf wear noted. A document file contains the original dealer invoice, warranty booklet, assembly line build sheet, and owner's card. Superbly preserved with astonishingly low miles, this Galaxie 500 XL is a dream-find for any fan of these beautiful full-size Fords.

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