Ford’s Galaxie was a long-lived nameplate made from 1959-1974 as full-sized two- and four-door models. It was redesigned in 1965 with a new body distinguished by vertically stacked dual headlamps, and importantly, a new three-link rear suspension and coil springs that replaced the leaf-springs like those still used in the Mustang. The top dog was a two-door coupe or convertible powered by a 428 ci (7.0 liter) V8 engine—like the one in that year’s Thunderbird— that developed 360 hp in the “Police Interceptor" version. Transmission choices were a 4-speed manual or 3-speed automatic. The Galaxie was a big “sporty" car made for luxury cruising, with front bucket seats and many optional creature comforts.
From the article by Robert Ross, Bryan Hood, Erik Shilling
