1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Town Sedan 390

Description

The 1962 Ford Galaxie marked an important year in Ford’s full-size lineup, blending style, performance, and innovation. As part of the second generation of Galaxies introduced in 1960, the '62 model featured a sleeker, more refined design with a lower roofline and cleaner body lines, reflecting the era’s shift toward space-age aesthetics.

Ford offered the Galaxie in several trims, including the base Galaxie, the Galaxie 500, and the luxurious Galaxie 500XL, which debuted that year. The 500XL featured bucket seats and a center console, catering to buyers seeking a sportier, upscale experience. Engine options ranged from the reliable 223 cubic inch inline-six to a variety of V8s, including the potent 406 cubic inch V8, though the 390 cu-in FE V8 found on this particular Galaxie 500 was the most popular street version. 1962 Galaxie saw competition success in NASCAR, USAC, and NHRA racing that year.

The 1962 Galaxie also benefited from Ford’s continued investment in quality and engineering, with improved suspension and handling. It was a popular choice among American families and performance fans alike, offering both comfort and muscle, like this unusual factory 390-powered Galaxie 500 four-door sedan, believed to have travelled 32,851 total miles.

Highlights

• Galaxie 500 showing 32,851 miles, believed to be correct

• Finished in correct Sandshell Beige (T) paint (believed to be original)

• Beige (14) two-tone cloth and vinyl interior (believed to be original)

• 390 cu-in V8 rated at 300 hp

• Three-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission

• The Data Plate decodes as:

  • Body: 54A – Town Sedan

  • Color: T – Sandshell Beige

  • Trim: 14 – Beige

  • Date: 29A – Built 29 January 1962

  • Axle: 1 – 3.00:1 ratio

  • Trans: 4 – Cruise-O-Matic

• The chassis number (2P62Z147446) decodes as:

  • 2 – Model year: 1962

  • P – Assembly plant: Twin Cities, Minnesota

  • 62 – Body series: Galaxie four-door sedan

  • Z – Engine code: 390 cubic inch V8, 4-barrel carburetor, 300 horsepower

  • 147446 – Sequential production number

Features

• Factory options include:

  • Heater

  • AM radio

Known Imperfections

• The paint has blemishes commensurate with age

• Corrosion commensurate with age is present on the body, engine compartment components, and undercarriage

Included

• Factory spare wheel and tire assembly

• Factory jack and lug wrench

Ownership History

The consignor of this 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 Four-Door Sedan is believed to be the third or fourth owner.

Additional Notes

Sold on Bill of Sale only

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: Tim Rollinger Phone: 912.596.2099 email: trollinger@hagerty.com