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1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Series Fastback Coupe

  • Chassis Number: 3N66R144637
During the early 1960s, auto manufacturers went head-to-head on the nation's drag strips, NASCAR ovals, and road-racing circuits. Companies like Ford, General Motors, and Chrysler Corporation stuffed the largest-possible engines into their full-sized two-door models to create true performance versions. To meet FIA and NASCAR displacement rules, these powerful motors were limited to seven liters, or just over 427 cubic-inches. Dodge and Plymouth created a 426-inch motor, Pontiac built their 421s, and 427s from Chevrolet and Ford.

Along with large engines, the companies also reduced the sedan's weight, trying to reduce every possible pound. The 1963½ Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight 'Sportsroof' hardtop was Ford's response, built on lighter frames intended for a 300-series sedan, and utilizing various heavy-duty brake and suspension components in addition to lightweight panels. The R-Code Galaxie Lightweight is thought to be the only full-sized Ford to obtain FIA Homologation. The lightweight galaxies competed in several disciplines, from NHRA drag racing and NASCAR competition, to road racing in touring car classes in the United Kingdom, Australian and South Africa.

This example is one of only 212 built to drag racing specification at the direction of Ford's Merchandising Department. Power comes from a correct R-Code 427 cubic-inch NASCAR V8 engine with dual Holley four-barrel carburetors, solid lifters, and cast-iron headers developing 425 horsepower. There is a Borg-Warner aluminum-cased T-10 four-speed transmission, RC Industries NHRA-approved aluminum bell-housing, stiffer springs and shocks, Ford Police Interceptor rear axle with 4:11 gears, Interceptor heavy-duty drum brakes, steel 5.5 x 15-inch Kelsey-Hayes Interceptor wheels with 'dog-dish' hubcaps, a fiberglass hood, front fenders and inner fenders, aluminum bumpers and mounting brackets, and Bostrom 'Thin-line' lightweight bucket seats.

The normal carpeting has been replaced with simple rubber floormats. There are delete plates where the heater and radio once rested. The interior roof supports, dome lamp, and armrests were also deleted. There are no springs to support the hood. Even the back-up lights and rear-view mirrors were deleted in the interest of reducing weight.

It is believed the car was delivered to a Ford dealership in Hawaii where it would remain unsold. This was understandable as there were few racing opportunities for the car. Eventually, the Galaxie found a buyer, but the customer apparently didn't roll up many miles; the odometer reads a mere 6.9, although it is not known if this is an accurate figure. When it was discovered and purchased from the second owner in the early 2000s, both the engine and transmission were missing from the otherwise quite complete chassis. There is a correct R-Code 427 ci/425hp engine and T-10 transmission were acquired from a donor car, and along with the rear axle, were rebuilt by Garage Motorsports in Vancouver, Washington as part of a thorough, six-year, bare-frame restoration. The body was repainted in its original color of Corinthian White and retains its original factory-applied 'For Racing Use Only' disclaimer label inside the glove box.

By Daniel Vaughan | Nov 2013

2015 Bonhams Quail Lodge Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $140,000-USD $180,000 
Sale Price :
USD $88,000

2014 Bonhams - The Scottsdale Auction

Sale Price :
USD $122,000

2013 Bonhams - Quail Lodge Auction

Pre-Auction Estimates :
USD $150,000-USD $200,000 
Lot was not sold

1963 Ford Galaxie Auction Sales

Recent Sales of the Ford Galaxie

(Data based on Model Year 1963 sales)
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Fastback
Chassis#: 3a66z182083
Sold for USD$110,000
  2024 Mecum : Glendale
 
1963 Ford Galaxie Sunliner
Chassis#: 608762476b63l
Sold for USD$30,250
  2024 Mecum : Glendale
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Hardtop
Chassis#: 3j68r172833
Sold for USD$60,500
  2024 Mecum : Glendale
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight
Chassis#: 3j66r143277
Sold for USD$129,250
  2024 Mecum : Glendale
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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 NASCAR
Sold for USD$70,000
  2024 Broad Arrow Auctions : Amelia
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
Chassis#: 3g65g105345
Sold for USD$83,600
  2024 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Chassis#: 3d63g103740
Sold for USD$33,550
  2024 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight
Chassis#: 3n66r143275
Sold for USD$132,000
  2024 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL
Chassis#: 3p67g139782
Sold for USD$46,200
  2024 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Chassis#: 3p66z208422
Sold for USD$15,400
  2023 Mecum : Kansas City
 
1963 Ford Galaxie Convertible
Chassis#: 3j69x117970
Sold for USD$23,100
  2023 Mecum : Dallas
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Chassis#: 3j66x160509
Sold for USD$41,800
  2023 Mecum : Dallas
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight
Chassis#: 3j66r143277
Sold for USD$88,000
  2023 Mecum : Monterey
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1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner
Chassis#: 608762476b63l
Sold for USD$27,500
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee Summer Special 2023
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight Competition Saloon
Chassis#: 3N66R143030
Sold for USD$313,864
  2023 Bonhams : Les Grandes Marques du Monde à Paris
 
1963 FORD GALAXIE 500 XL R-CODE RE-CREATION FAST FIVE
Chassis#: 3A66Z173505
Sold for USD$81,400
  2023 Barrett-Jackson : Scottsdale, Az.
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
Sold for USD$38,500
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Sold for USD$71,500
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500
Sold for USD$31,900
  2023 Mecum : Kissimmee
 
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Fastback
Sold for USD$20,900
  2022 Mecum : Las Vegas
 

Ford Galaxies That Failed To Sell At Auction

1963 Ford Galaxie's that have appeared at auction but did not sell.
VehicleChassisEventHigh BidEst. LowEst. High
1963 1/2 Ford Galaxie 500XL R-Code 427 Fastback3P68R1582952024 Worldwide Auctioneers : Scottsdale   
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner608762476b63l2024 Mecum : Kissimmee$27,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner608762476b63l2023 Mecum : Indy$29,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 5003p63z1371112023 Mecum : Indy$25,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Hardtop Fastback3p68r1582952023 Mecum : Indy$80,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL3j68x1800972023 Mecum : Indy$37,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible3j69r1430312023 Mecum : Houston$110,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 5003a66z1722012023 Mecum : Houston$33,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie Convertible 2023 Mecum : Glendale$22,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 2022 Mecum : Kansas City$42,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 5003E63R1727592022 GAA : November 2022$75,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2022 Mecum : Chicago$17,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Hardtop Fastback 2022 Mecum : Chicago$90,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2022 Mecum : Harrisburg$27,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 2022 Mecum : Harrisburg$25,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie XL 5003G68Q2064702022 GAA : July 2022$57,500  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2022 Mecum : Orlando$33,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight 2022 Mecum Indy$130,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500XL Convertible 2022 Mecum : Houston$90,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Lightweight 2022 Mecum : Kissimmee$110,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL3U68R1608992021 GAA : November 2021$75,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie Convertible 2021 Mecum : Indy 2021$27,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie R Code 2021 GAA : February 2021$75,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee$100,000$115,000$135,000
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2021 Mecum : Kissimmee$47,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie3E68Z2352222020 Fall Carlisle Auction   
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL 2020 GAA : July 2020$28,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 2020 GAA : July 2020$16,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie R-Code 2020 GAA : July 2020$80,000  
1963 Ford Galaxie 500 2020 Mecum : Indy$60,000$75,000$85,000

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