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Expert: - 9/27/2008


Question

Ford Galaxie 500
I bought this "as a favor" from a friend who needed money and I know NOTHING about cars.  I paid $2200.  I had the oil changed and the guys showed me there is '0' rust underneath which they say is just unbelievable.  It needs painting/upholstery but drives like a DREAM.  I probably won't keep it because I really know nothing....what do you think it would be worth?  Where would be the best place to sell it?

Answer
Hi Martha:
Can you give me more information? For example...

1. How many miles on it?
2. Which version of the Galaxie is it?
  •  4 Door Town Sedan
  •  4 Door Town Victoria
  •  4 Door Town Victoria  

3. What size Engine?
• 260/164hp Falcon/fairlane
• 289/271 HP V8 Engine
• 352/220 HP V8 Engine Galaxie
• 390/300 HP V8 Engine
• 390/330 HP V8 Engine
• 390/340 HP V8 Engine Thndrbd
• 406/385 HP V8 Engine
• 406/405 HP V8 3x2 Engine
• 427/410 HP V8 Engine
• 427/425 HP V8 2x4 Engine

4. What type of transmission?
  4 Speed or 3 Speed?

5. Air Condition?

From what I can tell from the picture, you may have paid about what its worth. In Excellent (Show Car) condition, you would get $5,000 to $8,000 (Depending on options). Otherwise, $2,000 to $3,000 could be normal.

eBay may be your best bet to get more money for it. There are a lot of classic car owners that look for unique cars on eBay, including me.

Vern Bullock

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