1962 Ford Galaxie Town Sedan "Mayberry" Sheriff Tribute

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Out of a combination of a lifelong automotive passion and an unyielding desire to support the people of his Alabama community, the Generous Collection was born. Mr. Greg Rusk, a successful business leader in the cardboard industry, with a big heart for helping families and friends in times of need, would regularly pay overly generous fees to acquire an interesting vehicle. After decades of collecting and supporting local automotive enthusiasts, the Rusk family is ready for these vehicles, each with their own story, to write their next chapter back on the road, where they belong. 

The Generous Collection debuts with Part 1 offering over 200 cars in October, all offered without reserve, emerging from years of long-term silent storage. Many additional lots will be offered in the coming months. From the quiet shadows of the Generous Collection to the sunshine of backroads and highways, enthusiasts now have the opportunity to own a piece of a generous car-collecting legacy. 

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The 1962 Ford Galaxie marked a pivotal year in Ford’s full-size lineup, blending style, performance, and innovation. As part of the second generation introduced in 1960, the ’62 Galaxie featured sleeker body lines and a more refined roofline, especially with the introduction of the “Galaxie 500” and “500XL” trims, which emphasized luxury and sportiness. 

Ford offered a wide range of engines, from the economical inline-six to powerful V8s — including the 406 cubic-inch Thunderbird V8, which delivered up to 405 hp— making the Galaxie a formidable contender in early muscle car circles and NASCAR tracks. Transmission options included manual and Fordomatic automatics. 

Styling updates for 1962 included a cleaner grille design, revised tailfins, and more chrome detailing. Interiors were upgraded with more comfort and trim options, especially in the upscale 500XL models, which featured bucket seats and center consoles. 

The Galaxie name itself was a nod to the space race era, reflecting America’s fascination with futuristic themes. But this 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Town Sedan has been restored to look like the police cruiser from the TV classic The Andy Griffith Show (1960-1968). Equipped from the factory with a 292 cu-in V8, it’s built to protect and serve the citizens of the fictitious town of Mayberry, North Carolina. 

Highlights 

• Offered from The Generous Collection 

• Finished in law enforcement-style black and white paint over black/white vinyl interior 

• Powered by a 292 cu-in V8 engine with two-barrel carburetor 

• Two-speed automatic transmission 

• Period-correct red “bubble gum” police beacon and “Sheriff Mayberry” seal on doors 

• The chassis number (2N62W133686) decodes as: 

  • 2 – 1962 model year 

  • N – Norfolk (Virginia) assembly plant 

  • 62 – Galaxie 4-door hardtop 

  • W – 292 cu-in V8, 2-bbl carb 

  • 133686 – Sequential production number 

Features 

• Streamlined body with a more squared-off roofline compared to earlier models 

• Distinctive grille and revised tailfins for a modern, space-age look 

• AM radio 

• 120-mph speedometer 

• Steel wheels with full covers 

• Winston Californian I P205/75R14 whitewall tires 

Known Imperfections 

• While reasonable efforts were made during preparation for the sale, due to the volume of cars in this collection it was not possible to diagnose or detect all imperfections present in the cars. 

• Paint chips 

• Pitting on chrome 

• Scuffs on interior trim 

• Clock is inoperable 

Included 

• Spare tire and jack 

• Keys 

• Box of spare parts 

• New bulbs 

• Original seat belts 

Ownership History

This 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Town Sedan is offered from The Generous Collection of no reserve automobiles. 

Additional Notes

A Broad Arrow Auctions Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. Broad Arrow Auctions is a wholly owned subsidiary of Hagerty.  

Contact: Frank Malefors   Phone: 602-488-7888   Email: fmalefors@hagerty.com 

Alabama Sales Tax Notice to Bidders: Because this car is located in Alabama, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama state sales taxes of up to 2% of the purchase amount, even if the buyer plans to register the car outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer is located in AZ, CA, FL, IN, MA, MI, or SC (capped at $500 in SC), and (b) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives the car or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer). Additionally, the selling dealer may be required to collect and remit Alabama county or city taxes from buyers located outside of Alabama, if (a) the buyer does not transport the car out of Alabama using a common carrier (e.g., if the buyer drives or transports the car out of Alabama on a personal trailer), and (b) the buyer fails to provide an executed Drive-Out Certificate for Nonresidents. For additional information, please consult this publication and your own tax advisor regarding sales taxes applicable to cars located in Alabama that are sold to residents of another state.  

Please note that all lots in The Generous Collection are offered after many years of storage, without operation or service, in warehouse facilities. The seller endeavored to provide limited mechanical servicing to bring some cars back to running potential, however, not all cars will be running at time of sale. Because of the extended static display, it must be assumed that all cars will require additional mechanical attention before being driven safely and, in most cases, cleaning to both the interiors and exteriors. All the cars will have imperfections associated with long-term static storage and require extensive sorting to perform best and safely. The burden of determining a car’s status, both mechanical and cosmetic, rests fully on the bidder, prior to bidding and the close of the auction. All lots are sold as is, where is. 

Additionally, due to the location of the collection and limited access to the facility following the close of the auction, all lots must be retrieved while a Hagerty Marketplace representative is onsite beginning Monday, November 3 through Wednesday, November 19. No cars can be retrieved prior to November 3 and any lots remaining after November 19 will be re-located outside in the parking lot for retrieval by their buyers.