1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

Upon its introduction in 1957, the Ford Fairlane 500 Skyliner was the first four-seater convertible to feature a servo-operated metal folding hardtop – a feature that Ford spent an estimated $2 million dollars to develop. The retractable mechanism could be raised or lowered in under a minute and boasted impressive reliability, but came at nearly twice the cost of the baseline Ford sedan. Mid-way through the 1959 model year, the Galaxie trim level assumed the Fairlane 500’s top position in the lineup with some 1959 models carrying both Fairlane 500 and Galaxie badging. New Galaxie models featured a Thunderbird-inspired roofline and C-pillar design with a chrome-framed rear window. Only 12,915 Skyliners were produced in 1959, the final model year, and are now highly sought after for the unrivaled spectacle of their top mechanism in operation. 

Highlights

• Final model year of the Ford Fairlane 500/Galaxie Skyliner (1957-1959)

• Finished in Geranium and Colonial White over Radiant Geranium Sof-Texured Vinyl and Raven Striped Nub Fabric with Silver Strand

• Features a power-retractable hardtop which reportedly operates smoothly 

• Powered by a 332 cu-in V8 mated to a three-speed Ford-O-Matic transmission

• Equipped with factory SelectAire Conditioner, MagicAire Heater, Console Range Radio, Visored Spotlight Mirror, and a self-regulating electric clock

• This Galaxie Skyliner is offered with the five-digit odometer currently showing just over 26,100 miles at the time of listing, however, the true mileage is unknown

Features

• 14-inch steel wheels wearing chrome covers with red, white, and blue accents

• BFGoodrich wide-whitewall tires  

• Chrome front and rear bumpers

• Chrome exterior trim

• Rear chrome fender skirts

• Vent windows

• Manual roll-up windows

• Three-spoke deep-center steering wheel

• Steering-column mounted gear selector

• Dual sun visors

• Body-color dashboard

• Seat belts

• Horizontal 120-mph speedometer

• Locking glove box

• Lined trunk area with cargo container

• “Fairlaine 500” and “Galaxie” badging

• Back-up lights

• Dual exhaust outlets 

Known Imperfections

• Air conditioning system uses R12 refrigerant and is not currently charged

• Minor pitting on interior chrome switchgear and trim

• Paint chip on lower driver’s door

• Minor paint bubbles on lower passenger side door

• Surface rust present on interior rear-view mirror

• Vent windows delaminating

• Minor cracks on wheel center caps

Included

• Owner’s manual

• Car cover

Ownership History

The consignor reports inheriting this Galaxie Skyliner from his late uncle in April 2022, who is said to have purchased the car from the St. Louis Car Museum. 

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