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1964 Galaxie 500 Lightweight 427 R-Code (Replica)

Historic drag car/Collectible

Specs Original:


Powered by the famed 427 cu. inch side oiler dual quad high riser, with a factory rating of 425 HP (which in reality was much higher).


4 speed transmission


Specially prepared lightweight body with only approximately 50 made and all were Wimbledon white with red interiors..


Ram air induction under the reverse teardrop hood that characterized the 1964 Ford factory drag cars.


This car could do the quarter mile in 12.07 seconds at 118 mph (188.8 kph).

Specs Laurie’s Replica:


520 cubic inch beast, horse power: God only knows.


3 speed automatic C6 with Lightning Rods.


Not only do you hear the awesome exhaust note that this car produces, but you feel it. This car was built for two purposes, getting down the drag strip quickly and plenty of smiles per gallon.


Autotrader have done a short video on a 1963 model Lightweight Galaxie which is worth a watch if you would like to know how they were modified and what made them so special.

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