Engine Type: Gasoline Engine Size: 390 ci Body Color: Red Body Style: Convertible Doors: 2 Year: 1961 Make: Ford Model: Galaxie 500 Miles: 229 Interior Color: Tan/Red Seating Type: Bucket Seat Material: Vinyl
Options:
Air Conditioning
AM/FM RADIO
Bucket Seats
CD Player
Clock
Front Disc Brakes
Horn
Power Brakes
Power Convertible top
Power Steering
Power Windows
Rear Drum Brakes
Tilt Wheel
Tinted Glass
Vinyl Seats
The Ford Sunliner was a full-size convertible that was part of Ford's mainstream "Galaxie 500" series. For 1961, Ford's design saw a shift towards a more modern and streamlined appearance, particularly noticeable in the front-end treatment and the wraparound windshield. This Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner has been the beneficiary of a professional restoration that included many mechanical upgrades. The handsome 2-stage 'Monte Carlo Red' finish is in outstanding condition and accents include chrome wire wheels w/knockoffs, Coker American Classic whitewall radials, rear fender skirts, front/rear bumper guards, polished trim and beautiful chrome. A tan convertible top/window is in excellent condition and the interior has been completely restored. Impressive high-grade vinyl tufted upholstery was used for seating and door cards. It is equipped with a Vintage Air, full console w/Lokar shifter, alloy/leather tilt-wheel and redesigned custom dash fitted with AutoMeter analog gauges. A Kenwood AM/FM/CD sound system has also been installed. Muscle is provided by a 390ci FE engine, it was designed with an 8.9:1 compression ratio and runs very well on 93 octane fuel. K/T began with a 390ci block, bored .030 over, installed a steel crank, 381 NP Speed Pro pistons and production 59cc heads. A COMPcams hydraulic roller .529”/224 cam and 1.73 roller lifters were fitted. The Edelbrock Performer intake mounts the Holley dual-feed carb and spark is provided by a Pertronix ignition. This motor was dyno tested at 380hp@4600 with 450lb/ft@3700. Cooling is managed by an Edelbrock aluminum water pump, serpentine belt system and aluminum radiator w/electric fan. Exhaust exits through cast iron manifolds to a free-flowing stainless system. The entire engine compartment is beautifully detailed with an abundance of chrome. The FE is backed by a 3-speed C6 automatic and factory differential w/street gearing. The spotless chassis is equipped with power steering and power disc/drum brakes. This stunning Ford Galaxie 500 Sunliner is a well thought-out street machine. It is ready to be enjoyed by someone who appreciates early 60's Blue Ovals.