While the Fairlane 500 was Ford’s top-level series when the company’s new-for-1959 models were publicly introduced in late 1958, the Galaxie superseded it shortly thereafter. Offered with a choice of six-cylinder and V-8 power and in
When I inspected this early-production ’59 Ford Galaxie Sunliner Convertible, it was a nice and enjoyable driver-quality example with a recent repaint performed under the late prior owner. According to VIN decoding, this Galaxie is confirmed to have been factory-equipped when new with its powerful 300 hp, “Thunderbird 352 Special” V-8 engine, equipped with a factory-correct Holley four-barrel carburetor. Other desirable original features included a Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission and a highway-friendly 2.69:1 rear-axle ratio. Other features include power steering, dual spotlights with side-view mirrors, a radio, and a clock. Mechanical upgrades for enhanced reliability while cruising include a re-cored radiator (2010), an auxiliary electric cooling fan, and an electric auxiliary fuel pump. A brand-new and well-fitted convertible top was installed in February 2012.
Road-licensed at the time I inspected it in the summer of 2011, this nice ’59 Galaxie Sunliner Convertible was well maintained and started, drove, and ran well. It was first offered for sale at the 2010 Fall Toronto Classic Car Auction, but the then-owner turned down a high bid around $25,000. He then cruised the parking lot of the auction with a “For Sale” sign on the car – not encouraged. He then made arrangements with me to consign the car to the 2011 Toronto Fall auction, but just after the