Nice job Marty! I had a 66 Ford Galaxie 500 two years out of high school back in 1975. I bought the car from a high school kid who made some modifications. He added mag tires used back then, dual thrust hush exhaust and did the car in blue metal flake paint. Oh and jacked up just a little in the back . That car was the bomb! We went everywhere in it. Those were the days. Nice job Marty!
Good idea matching the colour before stripping the model. In fact all your ideas for the restorations, replacing parts like the axles etc are brilliant. You always do a fantastic job of restoring these vintage models. ..
I bought one at the local drug store that carried Matchbox cars. I still have it. And 60 or so others. Like a lot of people, I wish I would have kept the boxes. I do have a few. But when you're 9 years old, who cared about the box ? I also have several engines and other emergency vehicles. I went on to a 20 year career with the Fire Dept. and retired as Captain. Peace to all of you and yours out there from America, and THANK YOU MARTY for the great videos. :)
when i was a kid (40 years ago) I was dropping off some garbage with mum at the local tip and someone had thrown out about 300 empty matchboxes. I should have grabbed them. i DID go through them and found one that was not empty (forklift).
I just discovered this channel I'm 49 years old and for some reason I find watching you restore these toy cars not only interesting but very relaxing as well
I had the 2 door version of this for real. Loved cruising around in that car. Thanks for bringing back the memories. The "bump" on the driver's side of the grill is the factory emblem you'd see on the real Galaxie 500 XL cars. That's a really nicely detailed die-cast car.
Hey Marty - Great job as always! That little lump on the grill is actually a nice detail that matches the original car's grill: It's a small Galaxy logo that has what looks like a crown on top.
Well done Marty, another timeless classic youtube video.. loving you just slowing the pace and describing all the little details, they really hold our attention..
I grew up with Matchbox cars and these videos are so addicting. Love watching you work. Your results are excellent. Your little story lines are quite entertaining. Cheers from America!
I just love how thorough you are,paint wise and all the info on the particular model your working on so informative also glad to see you using taymia paints. You sir have a wonderful day.love your videos.
Marty....needless to say, this is on point as usual. One of my fav castings too. It is the first *custom* I ever made back in 1976. I used a pen knife to scratch the britework areas of paint. My first car as luck would have it was a 1965 Galaxie 500. I paid $700 for it. I called her The Beast. 352 Windsor V8 with a Rochester 4 BBL carb. That bump on the front grill was simply badging Lesney saw fit to include on the grill. Just a logo for the car.
its crazy, ive been having a crappy day so far in between school and work. i finally have time to have a smoke and watch MMM, as soon as it started i felt more relaxed than ever. thanks for that Marty.
Nice job Marty. Great restoration and video. Being a firefighter here in the US I especially like this one.Had this model when I was a kid. Thanks, as always, excellent!
Oh the nostalgia! Me mum had a 1968 Galaxie 500. I was the first car I remember riding in. It had more of a fastback than the '66 but was very similar. This grabs me by the feels.
These are just brilliant videos! It is almost as captivating to watch what clever working methods you have come up with as it is to see how the restoration turns out to be.
I tuoi video sono sempre eccezionali e con tutti i consigli sui prodotti che usi e i tuoi "segreti" ci dai la possibilità di poter metter in pretica sempre meglio questa grande arte del restauro. Grazie infinite.
Hi Marty, great video as always. The “irregularity” on the front grill was a badge which had “500” cast in it and if my aging memory is correct it was painted red, white, and blue within the badge. My neighbors had this model car when I was a kid. Have a great holiday.
I saw Time Rider's challenge, so it's great to see the result. Love the Galaxy 500 as a vehicle, so this is a great one for me to watch. Also, the first time I have seen plastic window glass repair. Thank you!😎
Your spray booth news headlines never distract me from the lesson Marty, honest. But I do get intrigued about the dates *[Sept. 4th 1988]* on today's video. Well preserved newspaper there!
Another excellent restoration! You really matched the color to the original perfectly. I cannot tell the difference between the two. The piece of metal on the grill is the Galaxy emblem which was a star. I hope this helps and thanks for posting this tutorial.
Just caught your video..great job as always, the flashing blue light was an amazing touch! Enjoy your vacation and will be watching for your next video..
Thanks again for another great video! I am always waiting for the "I'm happy with that", and you held out on me until near the end! Wonderful job on the restoration.
Another great video! Love your new camera stand, love the blinking light and I liked how you used a different camera angle of drilling out the rivets (eye level 1:12). Have an awesome holiday, we'll miss you!
I watch these before bed. So therapeutic
I'm trapped at home due to it snowing outside. To have a Marty video made my evening much better!
Nice job Marty! I had a 66 Ford Galaxie 500 two years out of high school back in 1975. I bought the car from a high school kid who made some modifications. He added mag tires used back then, dual thrust hush exhaust and did the car in blue metal flake paint. Oh and jacked up just a little in the back . That car was the bomb! We went everywhere in it. Those were the days.
Nice job Marty!
Good idea matching the colour before stripping the model. In fact all your ideas for the restorations, replacing parts like the axles etc are brilliant. You always do a fantastic job of restoring these vintage models. ..
I bought one at the local drug store that carried Matchbox cars. I still have it. And 60 or so others. Like a lot of people, I wish I would have kept the boxes. I do have a few. But when you're 9 years old, who cared about the box ? I also have several engines and other emergency vehicles. I went on to a 20 year career with the Fire Dept. and retired as Captain. Peace to all of you and yours out there from America, and THANK YOU MARTY for the great videos. :)
when i was a kid (40 years ago) I was dropping off some garbage with mum at the local tip and someone had thrown out about 300 empty matchboxes. I should have grabbed them. i DID go through them and found one that was not empty (forklift).
Check ebay there are some reasonably priced repro boxes there
I always look forward to your videos especially seeing what you've lined your spray booth with this week. Always good for a chuckle.
I love to watch your restoration work. You gives new life to dead toys. Thanks for making beautiful videos.
I just discovered this channel I'm 49 years old and for some reason I find watching you restore these toy cars not only interesting but very relaxing as well
Another great video Marty, glad to see that your boomerang injury is healing. Hope you and your lovely bride enjoy your holiday.
Everyone upvote this so that Marty will challenge me to a matchbox showdown!!
I'd love to see two pros face-off on a resto, sure the results for both would be crazy cool!
Always got pick fights, Jimmy? 😆
Marty will win, man
Good one Marty, from the US east coast
Top Flight restorations of the world, Craig...
top job yet again Marty love the flashing blue light ...enjoy your break and we will stay tuned for when you return
I had the 2 door version of this for real. Loved cruising around in that car. Thanks for bringing back the memories. The "bump" on the driver's side of the grill is the factory emblem you'd see on the real Galaxie 500 XL cars. That's a really nicely detailed die-cast car.
Thank you so much for some many entertaining restoration videos. Have a great vacation!
Hey Marty - Great job as always! That little lump on the grill is actually a nice detail that matches the original car's grill: It's a small Galaxy logo that has what looks like a crown on top.
Agreed
Happy to see new video on my arrival! Thank you!
The "headlines" in the spray booth are now an icon of your show.
Thanks for another great video Marty. Hope you and yours have a great holiday. Relax and have fun.
Well done Marty, another timeless classic youtube video.. loving you just slowing the pace and describing all the little details, they really hold our attention..
I grew up with Matchbox cars and these videos are so addicting. Love watching you work. Your results are excellent. Your little story lines are quite entertaining. Cheers from America!
Marty, you should consider narration of children's books and animation. You've definitely got the voice for it.
Emblem on the grill & note the stars on the tail lights. Nice details. And another beauty restored.🚓
Nicely done Marty. Have a safe trip!
Awesome. I dug through my mom's closet and found my old matchbox and found a couple of projects. I love these videos
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I just add a thumbs up without even watching the video first! Why is this so therapeutic? Thanks, as always.
Always appreciate it, Thanks very much chris!
I just love how thorough you are,paint wise and all the info on the particular model your working on so informative also glad to see you using taymia paints. You sir have a wonderful day.love your videos.
Theres a lot of stuff to cram into each video, sometimes I wish i could squeeze in a little more. I'm glad you enjoyed it!
Great job Marty! Love the ending bringing back the pumper!
The choice of which ancient newspaper is in your spray booth is always an exciting discovery.
Τhanks for sharing with us another one good project of restoration!
Great job Marty. Have a great Vacation! 👍🏻👍🏻
Marty....needless to say, this is on point as usual. One of my fav castings too. It is the first *custom* I ever made back in 1976. I used a pen knife to scratch the britework areas of paint.
My first car as luck would have it was a 1965 Galaxie 500. I paid $700 for it. I called her The Beast. 352 Windsor V8 with a Rochester 4 BBL carb.
That bump on the front grill was simply badging Lesney saw fit to include on the grill. Just a logo for the car.
its crazy, ive been having a crappy day so far in between school and work. i finally have time to have a smoke and watch MMM, as soon as it started i felt more relaxed than ever. thanks for that Marty.
Nice restoration as usual Marty I wish you and your wife a magnificent vacation and we see you again soon on RUclips
Looka thaaaat!! Gorgeous job, Marty!
Nice job Marty. Great restoration and video. Being a firefighter here in the US I especially like this one.Had this model when I was a kid. Thanks, as always, excellent!
Automatic upvote as you are restoring my childhood!
That's a nice job Marty Nice to see clever ways around problems....
Nice job with this one, I like that paint on the base, really looks good.
Have a nice holliday Marty. Cheers mate.
Have a great break: you've inspired folk here to rebuild our heritage!
Thanks for another great video Marty. Enjoy your holiday!
Hi Marty, bloody fantastic job on the Ford Fire chief car .Hope you have a great trip away l,ook forward to more video after your you return.
Oh the nostalgia! Me mum had a 1968 Galaxie 500. I was the first car I remember riding in. It had more of a fastback than the '66 but was very similar. This grabs me by the feels.
That's some good nyborg.
Cool! Happy Saturday.....I like that! Have a great and safe vacation! 😃✌
Amen, another therapy calm session! Thanks Marty! Enjoy your holiday!
I'm glad you enjoy it Russell, I really do appreciate everyones support.
Fabulous restoration Marty! I have that same fire chief so now know how to restore it myself... You da Boss!
Another fine restoration by the master.
I enjoyed that. Very satisfying to watch. Have a great holiday!
Thank you Marty for sharing you brilliant videos, Very enjoyable so much so I have taken the plunge and done my first restoration.
Fantastic Andy!
These are just brilliant videos! It is almost as captivating to watch what clever working methods you have come up with as it is to see how the restoration turns out to be.
Superb job mate. She looks brand new
You completely nailed that red ! Great work Marty, thanks for posting !
Lovely Makeover again, have nice hollidays .....thx
Always enjoy watching your videos have a good vacation
Great job Marty, you have great time on vacation, oh I mean holiday!
I tuoi video sono sempre eccezionali e con tutti i consigli sui prodotti che usi e i tuoi "segreti" ci dai la possibilità di poter metter in pretica sempre meglio questa grande arte del restauro.
Grazie infinite.
Another awesome restoration, Marty! Always a pleasure, I'll miss your next one while on vacation but have a great time!
Hope you enjoy your holiday and thanks for the awesome videos.
Excellent result. The paint colour and gloss is superb. Good idea for repainting the base: looks new again.
Another great restoration. Enjoy your holiday!
Have a good vacation Marty looking forward to seeing the new video!
Beautiful lovely restoration congrats dear mate
Awesome job on the car. Enjoy your holiday, Marty.
Lovely job
I use a metal brush in my dremel to clean up the base. Does a great job. Great job!
I knew you,d make it flash, thats a lovely restoration and custom job, you need to make the other fire chif car flash as well now!
Happy holidays, Marty & Mrs. Marty. Glad to see the hand is getting better mate.
Marvelous job!!
Hi Marty, great video as always. The “irregularity” on the front grill was a badge which had “500” cast in it and if my aging memory is correct it was painted red, white, and blue within the badge. My neighbors had this model car when I was a kid. Have a great holiday.
Nice restoration Marty enjoy your holiday thanks for the upload.🚒
Enjoy your holiday mate
Great job as usuall Marty! Have a great trip and be safe. Take care.
Thank you, I'll try!
I saw Time Rider's challenge, so it's great to see the result. Love the Galaxy 500 as a vehicle, so this is a great one for me to watch. Also, the first time I have seen plastic window glass repair.
Thank you!😎
You have inspired me to restore my own Ford Galaxie fire chief's car
Always a pleasure Marty, thanks for the great video!
I have 2 of these models to restore I was waiting for this video to see how it would come out. awesome work Marty
Very nice good job the lights add a very touch.
Your spray booth news headlines never distract me from the lesson Marty, honest. But I do get intrigued about the dates *[Sept. 4th 1988]* on today's video. Well preserved newspaper there!
Another great job Marty!! Enjoy your time away.
Thanks very much, Hope the gap in between videos isnt an inconvenience.
Happy and safe travels mate .
Beautiful as always.
I look forward to this every week now.
Enjoy your holidays Marty, I look forward to the return of your videos
Another amazing restoration Marty thanks for the video enjoy your holiday big hello from the uk god bless
The best way to start my lazy relaxing sunday. Love your vids Marty.
Another fantastic restoration job, and another happy Matchbox car. :)
Great job, mate! Turned out amazing.
Just brilliant! - As always!👍👍👍👍
I needed a good laugh and your newspaper did the trick! Brilliant resto as per usual
Turned out beautiful, as usual. Nice job on the windscreen repair.
Another excellent restoration! You really matched the color to the original perfectly. I cannot tell the difference between the two. The piece of metal on the grill is the Galaxy emblem which was a star. I hope this helps and thanks for posting this tutorial.
Just caught your video..great job as always, the flashing blue light was an amazing touch! Enjoy your vacation and will be watching for your next video..
Awesome makeover, i love the additional lights. Fine job Marty.
My dad has one of these! I really should give it a try at restoring it. Awesome restore and gives me some ideas!
Another brilliant job there, have a good holiday
Have an awesome holliday!!!
Thanks again for another great video! I am always waiting for the "I'm happy with that", and you held out on me until near the end! Wonderful job on the restoration.
Another great video! Love your new camera stand, love the blinking light and I liked how you used a different camera angle of drilling out the rivets (eye level 1:12). Have an awesome holiday, we'll miss you!
Thanks for noticing, I try to change angles now and again to break up the video. I'll miss all of you as well!
Nice video. Thanks for share!
Have fun on holiday mate! Love ya Marty!
Have a great holiday, Marty!