Highlights

Two-door pillarless hardtop (Club Victoria) body style with no central B-pillar, one of the model’s most distinctive and desirable design features
Retains its Ford FE 352 Big Block V8 and three-speed automatic transmission
Found on a ranch in Montana and imported into Spain with all EU duties and taxes paid
Offered as a complete restoration project
Supplied with an extensive package of spare parts including chrome trim, mouldings and interior pieces

The Appeal

The 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Club Victoria is a handsome example of Ford's full-size range from the early 1960s. Its highly desirable pillarless hardtop body style, with no central B-pillar, creates a completely open and airy side profile when the windows are lowered, one of the defining features of the Club Victoria and a design element that continues to attract enthusiasts today.

At almost six metres long and powered by Ford's FE Big Block V8, the Galaxie 500 carries considerable road presence that's still loaded with muscle. The model also enjoys an important place in American motorsport history, with Galaxies competing successfully in NASCAR and stock car racing during the 1960s. Similar cars continue to be seen today in historic touring car racing and classic motorsport events, including appearances at major European circuits, reflecting the model's enduring appeal and competition heritage.

This particular example was discovered on a ranch in Montana and has since been imported into Spain, with all EU duties and taxes paid and customs clearance completed. It is offered as a restoration project, retaining its 352ci FE V8 engine and three-speed automatic transmission, which the vendor believes to be original or period-correct.

An extensive package of spare parts accompanies the vehicle, and the vendor notes that most missing items are smaller, relatively inexpensive service-related components that can be sourced within Europe.

Key Information

Mileage: 25,212 miles (odometer reading; no independent verification available)
Country of registration: United States
Technical inspection status: Exempt
Technical specs: 5,800cc (352ci) V8 petrol, 3-speed automatic
Paperwork: Original US Title supplied; EU import duties and taxes paid, customs cleared, registration pending

The Detail

Offered as a restoration project; not recently road-used and will require full mechanical recommissioning
Exterior complete with aged paint and patina; repainting required
Localised corrosion present in the lower front wing/rocker area
Localised corrosion in a small repairable area near the rear pillar section
Surface corrosion with minor perforation in the boot area
Floor pans appear to be in good condition
No obvious major structural issues reported
Front and rear bench seats carry black and white upholstery
They could use a good wipe down but appear complete
Dashboard complete with factory-style instruments, radio and switchgear
Dashboard top pad is damaged and will require repair or replacement
Headliner deteriorated and partly missing; will need replacement
Some door trim items, handles and window winders not currently fitted but included in
good order
Interior trim components are understood to be present, with some items currently removed
from the vehicle but included with the sale
Retains the heating system including heater box, heater core, blower motor and associated
components
Windscreen wiper system with motors and windscreen washer reservoir retained
Main engine block, intake manifold, carburettor, automatic gearbox and rear differential remain installed
The vehicle remains substantially complete mechanically, retaining its major driveline components
Missing hardware includes exhaust manifolds, radiator, air cleaner assembly, ignition coil and part of the spark plug leads
Engine wiring largely present but not fully connected
Water pump and alternator both turn freely; starter motor clicks as if attempting to engage
Engine has not been started to avoid possible damage after prolonged inactivity
Most missing items are relatively minor service-related components that can be sourced within Europe
Supplied with an extensive package of spare parts including chrome trim, mouldings, and interior and exterior pieces

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