$143,000 USD | Sold

This is a very well-known 1963-1/2 Galaxie 500 XL R-code 427/425hp dual-quad convertible. Documented by Ford Marketing, only 411 Ford 427 convertibles were ever built. The car received a total body-off restoration to factory original specs and has been in a climate-controlled garage since. The car was restored by noted 427 Galaxie registrar Dave Walters. The car looks as it was delivered to the dealer in 1963 and matches all the body/trim tag codes. Body 76B, Galaxie 500 XL convertible; color X, Heritage Burgundy; trim 81, A 63 1/2 only Parchment interior. Has a 3.50 axle with a 4-speed manual transmission.

The car has mostly factory-original parts, except for the battery, tires, clutch and convertible top. Other options include a power top, radio with rear speaker and rare correct Rotunda tachometer, which is fully functional. Previous owner history is known. The car recently had the carbs rebuilt and a tuneup to ensure it is in excellent running/driving condition, as well as a thorough detailing.

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