1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Hardtop
 
2-Door Hardtop • Mostly Original Paint • Documented XL
 
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Vehicle Overview
 
This 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 XL is a rare, well-documented example finished in Ragoon Red (J Code) and powered by its desirable Z-Code 390 V8 with a Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. Odometer reads 554 miles (rolled over). Verified to retain most of its original paint, this XL offers both investment-grade preservation and strong mechanical integrity.
 
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Highlights
• Z-Code 390 V8
• Cruise-O-Matic Automatic Transmission
• Mostly Original Paint (meter-verified)
• Dry, Solid Body & Clean Underside
• Over $8,000 in Recent Mechanical Improvements
• Fresh Oil Change – Turn-Key Ready
• Everything works: gauges, lights, wipers, radio, brakes, gas gauge
 
Factory Data / Cowl Tag:
 
Code / Description
Body: 65B Galaxie 500 XL 2-Door Hardtop
Paint: J. Ragoon Red
Build Date: 23E. May 23, 1962
Axle: 1. 3.00 Ratio (Non-Limited Slip)
Transmission: 4. Cruise-O-Matic
 
Rarity & Production
 
The Galaxie 500 XL debuted in 1962, introducing Ford’s full-size sport interior with bucket seats and console. Only 28,412 XL 2-door hardtops were produced — and far fewer equipped with the Z-Code 390 engine remain today in documented, original-paint condition.
 
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Condition
 
This car was purchased from a longtime collector who invested heavily in keeping it mechanically refreshed. The exterior shines beautifully, the interior presents well, and the underside is exceptionally clean. A true example of a classic that has been properly maintained, not just stored.
 
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Location
 
Vehicle is available for viewing by appointment at our affiliate dealership in:
Tea, South Dakota
SD residents subject to tax and applicable fees.