This Ford Galaxie got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 is finished in Champagne over a gold vinyl interior and powered by an R-code 427ci V8 paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Additional equipment includes dual Holley 4-barrel carburetors and a 3.50:1 rear axle. The car was reportedly refurbished in 2012 by a previous owner and acquired two years ago by the selling dealer. This Galaxie 500 shows 86k miles and is offered with a clean New York title.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

The 2012 refurbishment is said to have included bodywork followed by a repaint in the car’s original color of Champagne. The condition of the paint, brightwork, and other trim is shown in the gallery below. Trim-specific 427 badges are found on the front fenders and air cleaner.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

Body-colored 15″ steel wheels wear polished turbine-style Ford hubcaps. Firestone Deluxe Champion tires are mounted up front and 235/75 Hurst Racing Radial XLs are fitted out back.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

The interior features front and rear bench seats trimmed in gold vinyl with matching door panels and contrasting brown carpets.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

The 3-spoke body-colored steering wheel sits ahead of a matching dashboard with a 120 mph speedometer and a 5-digit odometer that reportedly shows 86k miles, a handful of which were added by the seller.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

The R-Code 427ci V8 featured 11.5:1 compression when new and was rated at 425 horsepower and 480 lb-ft of torque from the factory. Induction is from dual Holley 4-barrel carburetors. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a BorgWarner T-10 4-speed manual transmission and a 3.50:1 rear axle. Previous service records are unavailable.

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

The data plate shown above is decodes as follows:

  • 63B = Galaxie 500, 2-door hardtop
  • I = Champagne exterior color
  • 98 = Gold interior trim
  • 08F = June 8th production
  • 61 = Dallas DSO
  • 5 = 3.50:1 axle ratio
  • 5 = 4-speed manual transmission
  • 3 = 1963
  • D = Dallas, Texas assembly
  • 66 = 500 Fastback
  • R = 8-Cylinder, 427ci (two 4-barrel carburetors)
  • 158627 = Production number

R-Code 1963.5 Ford Galaxie 500 427 4-Speed

Additional undercarriage photos are available in the gallery below.

Auction Result

High Bid USD $43,000 (Reserve Not Met)
Auction Ended October 25, 2018 at 11:44AM PT
Bids 27
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BaT Essentials

Seller: GLCC2017
Listing Details
  • Chassis: 3D66R158627
  • 86k Miles Shown
  • R-Code 427ci V8
  • 4-Speed Manual Transmission
  • 3.50:1 Rear Axle
  • Dual Holley 4-Barrel Carburetors
  • Champagne over Gold
  • Refurbished in 2012
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional Charges From This Dealer: USD $75 Document Fee
Lot #13501