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05-25-2022, 03:02 AM | #21 |
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Re: 1968 Galaxy 500 - New Aquisition
1967 was the last year for an OD (240-289-302) and 1965 was the last year for OD w an FE. The F/4/S was available. Yours should be a 3.03 SYNCHRO-1st Gear -
Some EYE CANDY Below - 1968 GALAXIE 500 XL sitting on OEM MAGNUM 500's -
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05-25-2022, 06:40 AM | #22 |
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Some of them came with a 390 and a 4-speed. I saw a 1969 with a 429 and a 4-speed that was used as a auto parts delivery car.
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05-25-2022, 07:53 AM | #23 |
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Re: 1968 Galaxy 500 - New Aquisition
Borg Warner OD transmissions were available in pickups through at least 1971 but the 3 on the tree was more acceptable in pickups. They used the T85-R11N transmission behind the FE engines in F100 pickups. In 1968, it would be interesting to see what 3-speed it had. The 3.03 top loaders were available but most were 4-speed types. If it's a 3.03 then a 4-speed top loader would be an easy install. A person would have to cut a hole for the shifter in the tunnel.
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05-25-2022, 02:00 PM | #24 |
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Re: 1968 Galaxy 500 - New Aquisition
That fasback roofline is sweet. Also like the hideaway headlights.
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05-25-2022, 05:23 PM | #25 |
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Below is a 1968 GALAXIE 500 FORMAL ROOF and GALAXIE 500 SPORTS ROOF -
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05-25-2022, 05:28 PM | #26 |
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05-25-2022, 05:40 PM | #27 |
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I had a 67 LTD 4DR with everything. The 67/68 were some nice riding cars.
Below are some shots from a 67 XL R-CODE -
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05-26-2022, 01:46 PM | #28 |
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Lookie what I found in the glove box. A Ford Service Convenience Card. Their goal: "No Unhappy Owners". I wonder if the number still works? I need new keys!
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05-26-2022, 01:47 PM | #29 |
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You should be able to find FORD on EvilBay.
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05-26-2022, 04:41 PM | #30 |
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Re: 1968 Galaxy 500 - New Aquisition
'67 Hardtop coupes have become my favorite Galaxies, but I like the '68's as well. I don't get the hideaway headlight option...was it available on any Galaxie that year? Standard on the fastbacks? It's a cool looking option, but I almost think I like the non-hideaway look better.
I saw a car I wanted on eBay recently that I believe is pretty rare...not a Galaxie, but kind of related. A '69 Cyclone. It was a project that needed lots of work. Either a stuck engine or no engine at all. Pretty surface rusty but solid...still went for over 8 grand. Looked nowhere near as nice as this one, but they have very nice lines, regardless of condition. |
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Don't know if it was optional but was standard on LTD,XL and Country Squire. On the 67 R code Galaxie, nice. The valve cover caps today would cost more than what I paid for my 67 in 73. Only came on R codes I believe. The first engine picture is from a Fairlane, the second is a full size car. Doesn't matter, both are real head turners.
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05-26-2022, 05:33 PM | #32 |
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My cousin has a Torino GT. The Cyclone was a fancier version. They aren't far from being the same size as the Galaxie.
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OK, knock it off. I am getting misty here ... The CYCLONE was the top performance trim level for MERC intermediate while TORINO was the top for FORD. Beautiful cars. EDIT - How did I quote the wrong poster? Must be that MERC photo, I have tears in my eyes ...
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I almost had tears in my eyes when that Cyclone on eBay sold. I remember now it did have an engine, but it was only a 302 (i don't know if that was original or not.) Was not one of the high performance models, but was relatively untouched (and somewhat neglected) shape. No rust through, apparently. Those cars are so special because you just don't see them anymore. I'm not sure they built that many to begin with. It's likely I'll ever encounter one for sale again. |
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Check out this 1966 Mercury Cyclone GT 390 car that just sold for relatively cheap on eBay. Could be a basket case, but would be really sweet when done. Is this the one you are thinking of? https://www.ebay.com/itm/25548056652...p2047675.l2557 |
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