1963 Ford Country Sedan

This 1963 Ford Galaxie Country Sedan six-passenger wagon is finished in black over black and powered by a replacement 460ci V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and a Ford 9-inch rear axle. The car features a bubble hood, shaved door handles and trim, and a blacked-out grille, fiberglass bumpers, and window surrounds as well as a lowered suspension, dual exhaust system, custom interior, Wilwood disc brakes, American Racing wheels, 429 cylinder heads, and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan. The car was refurbished during previous ownership and acquired by the seller in 2015. This Galaxie Country Sedan wagon is offered with a clean California title in the seller’s name. The car is said to have been repainted in black during a refurbishment under previous ownership. Features include a fiberglass bubble hood, bumpers, and front fenders, as well as shaved door handles and trim, a blacked-out grille, bumpers, and window surrounds as well as quad headlamps, clear turn signals, and a trailer hitch receiver. Both front doors are equipped with electric door poppers. The 16″ American Racing Salt Flat Special wheels are mounted with 215/60 BFGoodrich Traction T/A tires up front and 255/55 General Grabber UHP tires out back. The car is equipped with an unassisted steering rack and lowered suspension, and braking is handled by Wilwood four-wheel disc brakes. The cabin features front bucket seats and a rear bench reupholstered in black vinyl along with a matching dashboard and door panels. Equipment includes a one-piece headliner, Blaupunkt AM/FM/CD stereo, a center console with cup holders, sun visors, carpeted Cobra floor mats, crank windows, and an electric clock. The three-spoke steering wheel frames a horizontal 120-mph speedometer, and gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. A trio of VDO gauges is mounted below the center of the dashboard. The five-digit odometer shows 4k miles, 500 of which have been added by the seller. Total mileage is unknown. The replacement 460ci V8 is said to feature a Comp Cams valvetrain, roller rockers, a Milodon gear drive, a Holley four-barrel carburetor, electronic ignition, 429 cylinder heads, Taylor ignition wires, and Ford Racing script valve covers. An aluminum radiator with an electric fan has been fitted, and an oil change was performed in preparation for sale. The seller notes an oil leak from the rear main seal. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission and a narrowed Ford 9-inch rear axle. A custom dual exhaust system has been installed and heat-wrapped. Decoding the information on the body plate reveals the following information: Body 71B – 4-Door 6-Pass Country Sedan Wagon Color T– Sandshell Beige Trim 54 – Beige upholstery Production Date 14C – March 14th DSO 74 – Seattle District Sales Office Axle 1 – 3.00:1 Standard Rear Axle Transmission 4 – Cruise-O-Matic