1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL 427 3n1 Custom 1/25 Scale Model Kit Build Review AMT1186 AMT
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• A TASTY KIT FOR ADVANCED MODELERS: AMT’s 1/25 scale 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL is a sweet project for any experienced builder who likes options. Add it to your collection today!
• QUICK SPECS: 1/25 Scale, 154 Parts, 8.25 Inches long once assembled. Parts molded in white, transparent red and clear, with black vinyl tires. Some parts are chrome plated. Paint and glue required. Paint guide included in kit. For ages 10+
The Ford Galaxie is a full-sized car that was built in the United States by Ford for model years 1959 through to 1974. The name was used for the top models in Ford's full-size range from 1958 until 1961, in a marketing attempt to appeal to the excitement surrounding the Space Race. For 1962, all full-size Fords wore the Galaxie badge, with "500" and "500/XL" denoting the higher series. The Galaxie 500/LTD was introduced for 1965 followed by the Galaxie 500 7-Litre for 1966. The Galaxie 500 prefix was dropped from the LTD in 1966, and from the XL in 1967;[2] however the basic series structuring levels were maintained. The "regular" Galaxie 500 continued below the LTD as Ford's mid-level full-size model from 1965 until its demise at the end of the 1974 model year.[3]:401-42
The 1963 model was essentially unchanged save for some freshening and added trim; windshields were reshaped and a four-door hardtop 500/XL was added. A lower, fastback roofline was added mid-year to improve looks and make the big cars more competitive on the NASCAR tracks with less drag and reduced aerodynamic lift at high speed. This 1963½ model, the industry's first official "½ year" model,[15] was called the "sports hardtop" or "fastback" (it shared this feature with the for 1963½ Falcon).[15] Galaxie buyers showed their preference as the new sports hardtop models handily outsold the "boxtop" square-roof models. The sports hardtop was available in both Galaxie 500, and Galaxie 500/XL trim. Mercury also received the new roofline (under the Marauder badge) in Monterey, Montclair, and Park Lane models. This year, a no-frills big Ford, priced around $100.00 below the base Galaxie sedans. was offered, badged as the Ford 300. It was offered for 1963 only, and was replaced by the Custom series in 1964. The "Swing-away" steering wheel became optional.[16]
The Fairlane's newly enlarged "Challenger" V8 engine of 260 cu in (4.3 l) replaced the Y-block 292 cu in (4.8 l) as the entry level V8. Later in the year, the 260 was replaced with an enlarged version displacing 289 cubic inches.
At the beginning of the 1963 model run, the 292 Y-block V8 was replaced as the base V8 engine with the Fairlane's new small block 260. The 260 proved under-powered for the heavy full size Ford and was replaced midyear (coincident with the introduction of the 63 and 1/2 models) with the 289 V8. The 289 was then the largest of the "small block series" that was first used (221 cubic inch version) in the 1962 Fairlane. The 260 was offered on the Falcon Sprint and later, in mid 1964, in the early version of the 1965 Mustang. By 1965 model introduction (in the fall of 1964), the 260 (which had disappointing performance in all versions including the Sprint and Mustang) was replaced by the 289 in all models.
Ford continued to offer the FE series 352 in the 1963 full size, as well as 3 versions of the 390 V8 (regular, high performance, and police). Five different transmissions were offered for 1963. A 3-speed manual column shift was standard on all models except the 406 V8, which required the heavier duty Borg-Warner 4-speed manual. A three speed manual with overdrive was optional, but rarely ordered. The two-speed Ford-O-Matic was common with the 6-cylinder and small block V-8s, while the majority of big blocks (352 and 390) were ordered with the 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission. The availability of several different rear end ratios, along with 5 transmissions, and 8 different engines, led to a huge number of different driveline combinations for 1963. The most produced combination for the Galaxie and Galaxie 500 was the 352 V8, with Cruise-O-Matic and the 3.0 rear end ratio. Ford's "Club," "Town," and "Victoria" monikers for body styles were retired in 1963, replaced by generic labels, "2-door","4-door", and "Hardtop."
Partway through this year and in limited quantities, a new 427 replaced the 406 for racing applications. It was intended to meet NHRA and NASCAR 7-liter maximum engine size rules.[17] This engine was rated at a 425 hp (317 kW) (gross horsepower)[18] with 2 x 4 barrel Holley carburetors[18] and a solid lifter camshaft. Ford also made available aluminum cylinder heads as a dealer option. 
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Thats such a beautiful build, great job. Chris you mentioned many times how people criticize you all the time but I hope you can ignore them because not only are you
very good at building kits but you are so positive and encouraging to newbies and old hands and you are an asset to the model building community. I am so glad that you
are on U Tube and I am always so thrilled when you post a new video regardless of what it is even though I really only like vehicles. Thanks again for all you do.
Amen and Amen
I appreciate that!
I pick up trolls like anyone else but all you cool viewers make it worthwhile!
Norman Humphrey: Canadian viewer. Very well said. Ah, the Negative Nelly's with their criticism. I like this channel, Chris always has a positive attitude and encourages viewers to build for the fun of it, etc.
@@cdpgbc-mw2kz the negative is from guys that are jealous!
I have been a modeler on and off for years, but everytime I see a kit I get a jolt of excitement like when I was a kid
Thanks for watching!
I agree! right on .
Same with me. I would also Frankenstein models too.I don’t mean custom either. These were creations out of my head. Stupidly oversized engines and wheels. Wow I had fun. Takes me back.
Extreme realism!
Yes! Thank you Round 2 for the steady stream of reissues of "Classic Plastic" - even some "surprises" with oddities like Subaru BRAT & AMC Pacer! What an amazing job in cleaning up old molds things so crisp. This '63 Galaxie is just one example - been reissued many times, but still totally buildable! Based on 60s "Annual" 3-in-1 kits, with attendant comprommises, but, as Chris so ably demonstrates time after time, kit-supplied "super detail" is NOT necessary for a satisfying build. Love Chris' "Build for Your Shelf" philosophy! Mucho thanks....
Yup, just have fun and don't get mired in the details!
Ya know Chris, your videos help with everything going on around us.
I so look forward to each and every one. I appreciate the fact you make
them all so very entertaining. Let those haters say what they will, I know
that MORE of us truly love what you continue to do on a weekly basis.
And the best part is you end them with a happy "build for you" message
that we should all go by. Thanks again Chris, and PLEASE keep bringing
us these absolutely AWESOME videos!!!!
I appreciate that! I love making kits and sharing the FUN side of the hobby! Carefree easy peasy model time!
Chris, I am 66 years old and have building models off and on since i was a kid. Building a lot more now. I have learned a lot watching your channel including new products, tools, but I have learned more from just your building style. Build for fun and build for yourself! It is easy to get lost in the "has to be perfect" mentality or " that car did not come with that in 19XX, or "you must remove those ejector pin marks and parting lines" or whatever! No, you don't, and thank you for reminding me of that and making my model building truly an enjoyable experience again. I can build beautiful models for the shelf in my modeling room (My Studio, as I tell my wife) and enjoy my time on the workbench! Thank you!!
Thanks for the nice words!
I hadn't carefully read the thought at the end of the video. Indeed, it is so deep. Thank you Chris for touching our lives in so many ways. You're a great guy.
I learned how to drive on a '63 Ford with a column shifter. Brings back memories!
Brings back memories for me too. My mom had a 65 galaxie 500 and I too learned to drive in her car. I HATED that car! But looking at this kit kinda makes me sad for those days.
I like the way you utilize easy to acquire paints and tools to build your models. Great incentives for the new modelers, not intimidating, but an excellent finished product. Kudos.
Thank you very much! That's the whole idea of the Workshop, fun, easy reviews of all kinds of things!
Used to turn this into old NASCAR's..great kit
Thanks for watching!
And of course, another outstanding build of a time classic, I remember when this was a promo kit and had 4 screws to mount the body, seems to be the same kit just no screws, I like the fact you kept it stock, brings back memories for sure.
Thanks for the nice words!
@@hpiguy there well deserved, you build very well and all as far as I'm concerned are show winners in my books.
Outstanding Chris there's only one way to build a model and that's your way, It dosn't matter if the engine is the wrong color or whatever else isn't correct its your build,If somebody dosnt like it then they should build there own, Keep em coming.
Exactly Paul, thanks!
The hardest thing for modeling for me is letting paint dry. Great job! Love you’re videos!
Mine too!
Its an agony sometimes !!
Have 2 or 3 kits going staggered so it helps push dry times out for previous kits, put painted parts in sunny window or car interior (even in cooler months on sunny days).
Wow, this reissue is so much better than the version I have from 2006. Mine was missing the decal sheet, no white sidewalls, no hood clip, plenty of flash and the stock hood was oversized (not to mention the numerous defects in the chrome paint). Also, it came in that typical odd grey-greenish plastic. I'm glad to see this kit has been redone properly! I'm still working on mine, I painted it red with satin black interior and a cream headliner. I'm in the process of adding the chrome details on the exterior by using aluminium vent tape.
Thanks for watching!
That chrome on the side really shines! Looks great!
Years ago I built this kit and with the help of aftermarket decals replicated the #28 stock car, driven by Fred Lorenzen. Enjoy your videos. Good day
Thanks for the info!
100+ kits a year. Wow! Looking great as always. TY.
I graduated high school in 1965. I came of age in the early to mid 60's and cars were my fascination. particularly ones that went fast and got there quick. My parents had a '60 Fairlane which I drove many miles. 6 cyl powered it was a real dog. The 63 Ford was/is my favorite of all the 60's Fords. The styling is unsurpassed by any other American production car of that era. As you noted in the video when commenting on the car's "stance" it looks like it is going 100 mph while standing still. Quite a beautiful piece of design work in my book.
I have never seen a '63 with a 427. They were extremely rare in this part of the world. The 406 was king in local Fords of that year. Their competition was the great 409 from Chevrolet. I was a Chevy guy but could not help but fall for the Galaxie. The Galaxie 2 dr hardtop was a beautiful car to look at and of course to own. Local drag racers preferred the 2 dr sedan, cheapie charlie model as the body was a couple hundred pounds lighter than the hardtop. A good friend had a black one with the 406. That emblem on the front fenders was just a wonderful touch. It was a thrill to see one. A great piece of marketing to us young guys. After watching this video I got to get one and do it up in glossy black. Thanks for the great video.
Forgot to mention that the tri power carb setup was difficult to tune. The two Holley 4 bbls on the '64 427 were a great improvement.
Thanks for the nice words!
I’m glad to see this model. I bought a brand new ‘63 with a 406 with 3 2’s carburetor. Mine was the early one and about mid year they came out with a narrow top at the rear mine was wider. I remember the paint was Viking blue. Had a 4 on the floor transmission and 300 rear end which made it a top end and did it ever. Dragging I had to ride the clutch to keep the tires from just spinning. When it got to twenty it was gone. Sometimes the clutch would get ruff and I would put it from a pole and smooth the clutch out. I loved that car but 10 miles per gallon wasn’t very practical. I apologize writing so much about it. Beautiful car.
You are absolutely correct about the Ford 427 being painted black and chrome. Just watch any video of a restored R code Galaxie and you'll see a black and chrome engine! :)
Thanks man!
Looks great, really cool options and extras. Great job on doing the low option light weight version. These things were asphalt chewing monsters on the drag strips and did well in stock car racing as well. Thank you for sharing your builds and remember everyone to stay safe and healthy. Remember to smile and have fun. Take care everyone
Thanks Teddy!
I love the simplicity of this build. Interior color is spot on. Nice work, Chris.
Thanks Doc!
Well over 100 kits a year! My friend that is crazy. Great build as always. Thanks for sharing.
A friend of mine has a 63 Custom 300 with a 427 2V4...its beautiful
Hello, another great job, I really enjoyed it. This build you did is the kind I do. I like factory stock brings me back. I build this kit 20 years ago and this reissue is way better than the one I did. That did not have the white walls or the dash decals a nice touch to the new reissues that make me want to sell my older kits and get the new ones. I am so happy Round 2 is keeping the hobby alive. For a short time I was afraid it might die out with model companies going bust. Back in the early '60's seemed that every kid did models. I have a 1962 AMT magazine with a lot of old school tips that are not done anymore. We sure came a long way since then. One tip was using thread for spark plug wires, now we use thin wire, big difference. Thank you for this build, looking for the next one. Wandering when you might do the '41 Plymouth stock build.
Great build! I love that you used embossing powder for the carpet. Looks super realistic! Nice work dude
Glad you like it!
Glad this kit is back out had it when i was a kid
Thanks for watching!
@@hpiguy Yes sir i enjoy watching your videos
A GORGEOUS build!!.. Looks just like one of these you might see at a car show!!... Keep up the great work Bud!!
Thanks Chris! Now I need this one too! 😆 Another great build/review! Can’t wait to see the next one 😎👍🏾
Coming soon!
I used to do models as a kid with my dad but now I’m 18 now but I’m getting back into it doing it again. I really enjoy your videos They are inspiring a lot. I’ve actually used your tips with weathering things. A couple of amt kits that you do I bought just cause they way you did them and they looked really good. but don’t let people criticize you. The ford in this video if you wanted to paint the motor lime green go for it that’s the joy of models like you say build them for you and have fun so if some of it is not to par correct so what. but great builds I really enjoy watching your videos and the tips. Great job, also you helped me save a little money instead of buying everything specifically for models like the sharpies and gel pens and super glue instead of model glue things like that really help but thank you for the great content I hope to see many more builds.
Enjoy yourself, I'll keep building!
Another great job My Friend. As You said about the 427 was absolutely painted black. I saw many of them when I was a young lady as they say. Carry on! Later !😉
Thanks Jon!
Just wanted to say thanks for all the awesome builds and content. Found your videos almost a year ago and it kick started me back into the hobby.
Glad you like them! Good to hear you found the fun in the hobby again!
Your build of the 64 Mercury Marauder was RIGHT ON, right down to how the wheels are so loose on the tires. Your video inspired me to do that model, as this one for the 63 XL. I wonder if you Marauder had any where near as much flash on it as mine. It was COVERED with flash! Some of it was horribly thick, too. Thank you for your videos. You're inspiring!
Chris! You never stop amazing us. This one is sweet as candy. Extremely nice interior because of the color and also for the finishing. Definitely Sir, if there's an Oscar for best model car in class, I would nominate you as the most probable winner. Yes sir 👌👏👍👊💪
Lots of well detailed parts and decals too!!
Thank you ,once again new kits and ideas! my first car was 1967 2 door Galaxie! Great show !!!!!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice kit - lots of extras for the "parts box".You are really good, man. Thanks for the fun break - see ya on the next one.
You bet!
My grandfather had one exactly the same as that except he ordered the 390 Police Interceptor motor with 4-speed. It didn’t have power brakes or steering. My mom learned how to drive in it, had to use both feet on the brake pedal to stop it. I have an older issue of this kit and am collecting all the cars he owned (he saved all the window stickers) to build once I retire.
Thanks for watching! Cool idea!
Fantastic build. The engine in the kit is actually a 390 Thunderbird Special. The 427 had dual quads, cast iron headers, and chrome valve covers without the Thunderbird lettering. All Ford blocks and heads were black until the 1965 model year, blue was new for '66.
406 405hp
427 also had single 4 barrel. Rated at 410 hp
@@alanknizek3877 The front fender flags on the kit say 390. Tiny, you need a strong magnifier, but they're there.
@@realmaindrianpace 390 three twos were last available in 62
@@realmaindrianpace remember they used the same tooling for promos
Awesome interior work on this build my friend!
Thanks a bunch!
Brought back so many memories My Parents had a 1962 they got in 1964 kept it until 1995 loved that car only thing is 427 is a Chevy engine the Galaxy came with a 392 at least ours did
Man AMT went all out , one of my favorite model companys next to IMC AND MONOGRAM
Thanks for watching!
Pas facile mais belle réussite !! Bravo ...Belles ces voitures d·époque ...
The 1963 1/2 Galaxie is my favorite car. I'm disappointed this kit doesn't have the teardrop hood Ford drag cars were known for in this era.
This is my favorite car and thank you for making it well. Even the color combination is my favorite composition. Anyway, I also like this car, so I bought the kit from Amazon with difficulty. But I don't have the skills yet, so I'm delaying the assembly indefinitely.
Very clean build Chris, I love the color combinations and steel wheels ! Wonderful presentation as always!!
Thank you very much!
Got this kit on the bench.Should be finished in a few days.
The engine color is correct. I had track coach back in 1970 had one, 427 two fours
Engine block looked great I love happy accidents , great build Chris
Thanks for the nice words!
I am doing the AMT 63 stingray corvette not quite as many options as the galaxy but 3 different engine options even fuel injection 3 different hood options 2 different wheel and tire options very similar.AMT puts out solid kits
Holy crap! Nice subject car. Thanks for doing it straight up normal. It looks cool. That interior makes the glass look tinted blue. I am amazed with that Sharpie. Men in Black 3 used a black one. It sat the same way in the movie.
Thanks for watching!
Nice build review of what looks like a great kit. Good job replicating the interior carpet.
Glad you enjoyed it!
Super Cool kit. Makes you want to build all 3. Close friend had this real car. 390 4 speed, red with black vinyl top, 30k original miles, found in NC Tabaco barn. He regrets selling it, but the motor needed rings, from sitting too long. I think I will build one for him.
JT
Nice!
Great job as usual. The flocking for carpet helps the look.
Thanks 👍
Sharp build Chris. Thanks for sharing
You bet!
This was my first car, except with the 352 engine and a red interior. My father bought it new in 1963 and passed it on to me in 1968. It was a pleasure to see you build it, and I've already ordered one.
Thank you!
Me too! Mine was a 352 but I had it turned into a 390 since the 352 and the 390 are the same exact block. Mine has a light green interior. I still have it but it is a non-runner and in storage. I cannot wait to drive it again. Everyone talks to you on the weekends when you drive this classic. Everyone asks, "is that a 64?" Nope. Or they say, "I used to have one."
Super KOOOOOLLLL.
Done so nice 👍.
Wow 😳
Mike Espo .
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Came out real cool Chris! I can dig it buddy! 👍👍✌🏻
Good build with a nice finish. Great vid thanks for sharing.
Thanks for watching!
Morning Waterfall. That's a new one for me. Being color blind they keep making life harder.
LOL, thanks man!
I built this exact kit as a kid - that's right older than dirt here - u wanna make something of it???
But as a rug rat (10) all I had to use was the Testors little bottles kit; we're talking brushed on Beige-ish with Navy Blue interior....woof. Excellent build btw!!! 🚗
Thanks for watching!
Another awesome build
Outstanding, love the engine, paint and blue internals weave magic memories.
Unreal Hpi, You could actually watch the Fuel Gauge go down as You drove the Galaxy ,,, Hahaa!
Another brilliant show thanks.
Right on!
Another one in the books, great as usual Chris great interior
Glad you enjoyed it!
Nice looking build- like the color you picked for the interior.
You and me both!
Nice kit. I should build mine. I’ve only had it 30 plus years!
BRAVO 👏🏾 VERY NICELY DONE
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Thanks great video fabulous job on the 63. Just opened mine up looking through the parts. Really like the morning waterfall for the interior and thanks for the embossing powder tip found two complete sets at JoAnn fabrics.tim Arthur Ontario Ohio peace.
Thanks!
Thank you for sharing, really enjoy your building. ( I guess you don't drink coffee, with that steady hand of brush paint. )
Not at all! Thanks for watching!
Another beautiful build!
Thanks again!
Absolutely Lovely Build Chris, thanks for Sharing, Have a Happy and Safe Independence Day n God Bless All !!!
Thanks, you too!
My mom owned a Galaxy 500 years ago. This is one sweet kit. Hey Chris I sent you a pm. Love your work!
Cool, thanks!
Great kit love it parts nice in thanks for showing your build for a friend in canada ✌
Any time!
Beautiful build Chris
Thank you kindly!
Rat fink was very popular back in the '60s .. a lot of model kits back then came with a plastic rat known as the rat fink
I had the original version of this kit love it
Great build Chris
Thanks for watching!
I've been waiting for someone to do a build of this model. I have I think four previous releases of this. I don't think the plastic has changed at all since it was released in 1963. Round 2 has done a great job with the re-releases of these models though in the additional decals. It's great they include two sets of decals basically, so I would like to buy a couple of these kits just for the decals to use on my older models. Good job on the build, that interior looks pretty close to the factory turquoise interior.
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Chris. You are correct painting the engine black. Ford corporate blue didn't start untill 1966. I enjoy watching your videos. I have been interested in trying your painting method of preshading with flat black. The parts with the round cuts are for a custom front end not back.
Looks awesome!
Thanks for watching!
Great build
Thanks for the nice words!
Man, super sharp build!!!🏆🥇🏆
Appreciate it!!
Great looking kit and build
Glad you like it!
To Ford aficionados, it's a 1963 1/2 Ford Galaxie 500XL 😁
Beautifully finished as usual! Next time you get a 3 in 1 kit, buy 3 sets and do them in each version 👌
05gtdriver my thoughts exactly , with the that roof line it is a 1963 1/2 ( the same roof was used on the 1964 body ) . With the bucket seats and console shift it should be an XLT . The 1963 Galaxy had a “formal” roof line carried over from the 1962 body , but because of NASCAR the 1962/63 body didn’t perform as well as the 1960/61 body , hence the change to “fastback” in 1963 1/2 . With the 427 and dual quads with highrise heads/intake set up it was unbeatable on the super speedways !
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Great build...very nice kit my friend!
Thank you kindly!
Great video thanks 👍
No problem 👍
I didn't have a desire to build this kit until this video. I mostly want it now because of the "goofy" little extra parts.
Great build as usual. I really enjoy your builds. Sorry if I have ever came across as rude or anything. Never meant that. The damage to my brain, from my house fire, causes me to say exactly what is in my head without trying to compensate for the proper way to say it.
Thanks for the nice words!
Nice Kit ... Great Review & Build
Glad you like it!
I tried mod podge for the first time love it
Nice!
Pretty cool kit
Thanks for watching!
Hey hpiguy, nope not going to yell, you do great builds, but the kit you have is the 406 cubic inch engine, with the tripower carbs. The 427 came out a little latter with dual four barrel carbs. Yep, black engine block - Keep up the great video's !
Beautiful mate, very tasteful
Glad you like it!
Excellent job
Thank you! Cheers!
@@hpiguy i really enjoy your car building
Turned out great looks awesome I would love it if they would leave the suspension to us the style of racers that I do might be difficult to make that a gasser
What a sleeper, good job Chris. Have a happy 4th.
Thanks for the nice words!
No radio antenna ! Tremendous job !
wow, good job, man! I love the old promo style kits. Hope they post to the UK, I can't find this model anywhere here!
Thanks!
@@lancerevell5979 Thanks. I try to avoid Amazon, but I'll check them out if I have to.
Very nice Galaxie 👍
Thank you! Cheers!
Another kit you can build more than one way... 😎!!
You got that right!
Another excellent build Chris! You have really made me step my game up on paying attention to details when I build. Man, every time I watch your videos I feel like a crack addict who needs to go find their dealer for a fix lol..... as a side note, I go to Barrett-Jackson and all the other classic car auctions in Scottsdale every year. I can tell you that in real life, a stock 1963 R-Code 427 4 speed Galaxie like you just built is right now worth about $80,000.
Awesome, thank you!
😎 trophy with this kit too!!