Ford Galaxie 428
Like the Chevrolet Impala, Ford’s Galaxie was Blue Oval’s most crucial series with high production numbers, many versions, and broad appeal. However, Ford seemed to be on the back of the design trend and still featured heavily chromed models with late ’50s styling cues in 1964. So, for 1965, the all-new Galaxie was introduced. With stacked headlights, new sheet metal, and more versions and options than ever (via Auto Week).
The most popular were base trim models like Galaxie Custom. Still, Ford also offered a luxury Galaxie 500 LTD, a luxury version featuring a vinyl roof and upscale details. For 1965, Ford offered a 427 V8 engine as an option. The V8 in question was not the famed Cobra Jet but the engine from the Thunderbird with 345 underrated horsepower. With over 460 lb.-ft of torque, the Galaxie could truly go despite its size and weight.