BARN FRESH 1961 Ford Galaxie 390! First Wash & Detail in 24+ Years!!

[@echoi7119]

I'm so tired of people sticking 20" alloy wheels on these kind of timeless cars. Those steelies look absolutely clean!

[@explosiveboi6692]

I agree. I’m glad I’m not the the only one who thinks that lol

[@minnesotatomcat]

Dilly Dilly! Can’t stand when people put those big stupid homey chromie rims with rubberband tires on classic cars especially the classy 50s and early 60s cars.

[@markwest1963]

100%

[@rxcosmo76]

Yep . Totally agree. Don't like classic cars when they look like a RollerSkate.

[@Expatriate1977]

I agree! Should be criminal to bolt that crap on these beautiful old cars. Most mods I'm ok with but 20s on these anger me to no end.

[@devisionhun]

You really don’t need to downplay your work and progress. Doesn’t need to be perfect, so be proud of all the improvements you made! Not every car need to be fully restored 😎

[@robertbowie6306]

neat to start seeing the clouds floating over the trunk as you worked

[@jimbrown6448]

The steelies with the dog dish hubcaps are awesome on this car. A real Andy of Mayberry look.

[@albertadriftwood3612]

The '61 Galaxie was so beautiful. The stylists at Ford gave America something special that year.

[@garycook2355]

This car brings back some fond memories for me. my parents bought an new one, red and red. It was a 352 with a/t. I took my drivers licenses test in it and pridefully drove my girlfriend to the prom in it. good memories! My favorite model of it was the fastback starliner, now that was styling! I always loved the grill treatment and matching taillight panel, you don't see that attention to detail now days. I was class of 61 as was the Galaxie.

[@juanpabloarena2724]

Good story 👍 Greetings from Argentina.

[@garycook2355]

@@juanpabloarena2724 Hola Juan Gracias.

[@juanpabloarena2724]

@@garycook2355 Hola,mi padre (nacido en los 50) me contó innumerables historias como la suya que hasta el día de hoy me emocionan. Saludos nostálgicos.

[@nsidor1234]

She came out great!!! Black walls & dog dishes are the cherry on the sundae 👍

[@sargentslaughter3509]

It's good to see folks show older vehicles some love and just enjoy them.

[@Jddvs]

The exterior work really made a dramatic difference. The dog dish hubcaps do look good but, I would add beauty rings to the wheels. That is my taste but others may disagree. I seem to remember the 390 cars having an emblem on the fender. It was a Thunderbird with 390 on it. Perhaps it was only on certain models. Looking forward to the next episode on this car.

[@BudgetBuildz]

You read my mind! I was looking at pictures, thinking it needs beauty rings. Thanks for the suggestion!! Yessir, our ‘62 Thunderbird has the emblems on the fender but the Galaxie(atleast for ‘61) does not. My grandfathers ‘62 may have the 406 emblems but I can’t remember for sure. Thanks so much! Can’t wait to share more!

[@sergeantmasson3669]

dvs1145, the car has later model rally wheels with trim rings and dog dish hub caps.

[@sergeantmasson3669]

@@BudgetBuildz '62 Fords with 406 engine had emblems on the front fenders.

[@josephhead2748]

I agree with the beauty rings. Would add just the right amount of shine to the rims.

[@Jddvs]

@@sergeantmasson3669 Hey Sarge, Go back and look and you will see that he pulled the wheels that were on the car. He replaced them with larger Chrysler black steel wheels with black wall tires and the small dog dish hub caps. It looks OK but the addition of beauty rings will give it a better look, IMHO.

[@juanpabloarena2724]

Hallowed be among all the saviors of classics ✨

[@joepilbeam4722]

You guys are great, bringing back car history and leaving them be. (No dropping and swapping)

[@RexCars1]

Really Love the way you did this... ( to me ).. What you did with the OG paint is SOOOOOOO Much Better than re painting the whole car... AND.. The Steel Wheels ?? Is ABSOLUTELY the way to go with a More Door .. EXCELLENT .. Looking forward to more vids of this car

[@icerazar713]

I really do like the wheels that are on the car, but I also agree that they do not look right . I like your idea of the black steelies and the dog dish hub caps. The more I see of this car, the more I like it. 👍

[@bluerazor7049]

Great video man, sure it ain't perfect but you really revived the paint! I'm excited to see the interior cleanup and fixup!

[@BudgetBuildz]

Thank you so much!! Can’t wait to share more 😊

[@itzikshalom5078]

Wow! Ford Galaxy 390!! What nostalgia! What memories! That was the very first car I bought used back in 1968! Great times!!

[@hughmackellar7941]

Nicely done sir. Looks like something the chief of police in a small town would have driven. Spiffy but very capable.

[@donchandler755]

Great job on this car. I was 14 in in '61 so I appreciate the white walls on these cars. All of the new cars have blackwalls, which I think is like buying a thousand dollar suite and wearing athletic shoes with it.

[@hkansler]

this car has stood still for over twenty years, it's amazing how the paintwork is still in good condition and with the polishing it's back to shine, it's a car to take care of little by little it's in great condition, congratulations on the work.

[@alexblanco9687]

She’s beautiful man, I had my doubts about the wheel change but it really does look good that way.

[@jimolson8424]

You did a great job on this 61. I am proud of your hard work. I hope you and your family enjoy this great classic Ford.

[@BossLinco]

You gave that car a lot of love. And awesome adjusting the bumper. So key and so often overlooked.

[@stevecard2247]

When I was a kid, that was my grandfather's car. Seat belts were a novelty to us at the time. So eager to wear the belts then. Dad's car was a '32 Ford at the time and the two of us just sat in the niche behind the seat (not original seats). Memories. Nice work bringing it back to a presentable condition.

[@RaulBailey]

I love watching you polish the bumpers and body panels. Watching dirty chrome come to life again is really satisfying.

[@jeffweber8244]

Love the channel. Great taste in selecting and restoring old beauties.

[@alanatkielski2572]

An old trick for cleaning up the paint , a “COMET” wash. Works best on Enamel paint.Wet entire surface first, lightly sprinkle COMET Cleanser on & with a soft wet sponge wash entire surface throughly. Rinse multiple times. Best to be done on a Cool surface and in the shade.

[@kennethsonier1766]

I'm glad to hear that you and your wife are doing much better. You did a remarkable job bringing that paint back around. She looks gorgeous with the 15s and steelies too 👍☮️🇺🇲

[@MattsRageFitGarage]

Man, that thing went from looking like an abandoned junker to ready for the weekend cruise in real quick!

[@gregpeter5472]

My father was a Ford dealer back then. Remember prepping them. Those were the days

[@jackfisher3906]

Time and elbow grease made a HUGE Difference. Looks Great.

[@alexblanco9687]

I thought you were missing in action for a while, I’m glad to hear you’re better. If you use a little chrome polish with the fine steel wool you can avoid most scuffs and scratches and the polish helps preserve the chrome.

[@nickiewilson9134]

My late husband in 1980 restored a 63 1/2 Ford Galaxy XL500. My son found one in Alberta and restored the same in memory, total cost 33.000,these cars are head turners and a comfortable ride.

[@atariforever2002]

A $3k shine on a $500 car. Love it!

[@Uberbizmeister]

I'm not a Ford guy, but that Galaxie is the bomb ... love your work mate

[@unlimitedfactory4297]

She's definitely a 50 footer but still a huge transformation!

[@MaxGiganteum]

I was thinking 25... but I'd reserve full judgement until I'd see it in person as if I ever would. Being on video tends to hide a lot. - Max Giganteum

[@chrislambert2889]

Glad you and your wife getting healthy from COVID 🙌💯

[@mikekozi-lester3887]

Hi Mike and his Pop nice video 📹 and workmanship

[@joshthemediocre7824]

I was blessed to have a grandpa and 4 uncles that all owned and built old Ford's all of my life, I've detailed at least a dozen different Galaxies over the years. It's so satisfying giving something new life. My uncle a mile up the road has a black 64 Q code 427 Galaxie fastback that is 99% restored for sale, It would look fantastic sitting next to the 4 door sedan.

[@frehleyleadguitar]

The old Gal is coming along great! The buffer really brought out her shine again. Enjoy your videos.

[@pedroequis9396]

Even though this is a four door, the 390 may be an option that puts this car on another level. Also back in the day I remember people painting the side of the roof white. Today it be done with vinyl so that it could be easily reversed. Either way I'd say you have yourself one hell of a keeper !

[@SladeM.]

looks like an old moonshine runner. very cool build.

[@Odawg3709]

Looks great! Would be proud to drive that sweet ride!

[@danswartwood4580]

Thank you for your APPRECIATION to your subs

[@BudgetBuildz]

We wouldn’t be here without all of you! Thank you 😊😊

[@mikemmikem2758]

Man that thing is showroom ready. Like your love of 'all things cars.' Reminds me of me and my uncle working on a 1932 Chevy about 60 years ago. Thanks for another great video and happy to hear that Covid didn't kick your butt.

[@NileK-q2z]

This was a killer revival! I did the same thing on my 68 Galaxie Police Interceptor. All the work, the love, and dedication. Yeah, I don have one complaint: being multipart, these shoulda been titled with "Part One, Part Two,'" etc. Yes, the thumnails do differ, but some of us could not tell, becuase the main titles were all the same throughout. In a multi-part-multi-chapter series like this, do the titelization, 1, 2, 3, 4, etc.. Some of we older gearheads are only working with halfa brain..

[@pakdane65]

Wow! What a fantastic job done on this car. My dad used to own one of these back in the 70's. Candy to the eyes for me. Great work dad and son.

[@ronald5629]

Ford is beautiful The rocker arms looked new Paint is looking good

[@samphillips8322]

Back in the 60s we had two Galaxies. One had the 390 like this one. If you keep it under 65 on the road it will give you 18 mpg. When those secondaries begin to kick in, it will drop to 15 or 16. Last one we had was a '67 2 door with a 289 automatic. The 67 was easy on gas and was fine on the interstate. Our kids grew up with that Green 67 2 door. They loved that old car. We drove it for 11 or 12 years. Both of ours came new from the dealer. The 390 needed attention to the points about twice a year. The 289 needed a new water pump just about every other year. The bumpers used to get a little "parking lot rash." They cleaned up just as shown in the video with a little TLC.

[@jeeaaenlourens1434]

This car deserves this treatment a LOT! Really curious for the next steps on this car. Great job so far!

[@hcombs0104]

Revisiting this video! After watching the work on the '62 Fairlane, I wanted to see this again. I think the wheels work well on this car BTW. Very era-appropriate.

[@DankBoi226]

Glad you all are doing better! Your videos always brighten up my day after a long day of work. There’s nothing like old cars!

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Man she’s definitely worth saving! She’s a beauty! I love what you guy’s are doing, taking car’s that others might ignore, and give them life again! She’s looking fine already after that much needed bath! Looking forward on seeing where you guy’s are doing doing for her next!👌😎👍very impressed!

[@markkeller1778]

Now she turned out purtty! You put in some work son, and it shows! That rig is a sweetheart, looking forward to the rest of the resurrection.

[@markgrunzweig6377]

Sweet! With front vent mini windows and fresh air vents! Love the styled dog dish hubcaps!!

[@red_fox_flareside]

I love this car. Even 4 door they’re awesome looking. Great choice of wheels, it really set this ride off. Looks badass dude. 😎

[@deanace1]

I’m so glad you and your family are doing well after having COVID. Love the 61!!

[@joebufford2972]

You know it on the direction you're going and I love that deep black lacquer paint that came on those cars at that time

[@sonofedmund5004]

Dude glad you and your missus are feeling better. That's a beautiful car, I personally hate concours type restorations. Some people/cars wear their scars with pride and you've gotta love them for it!

[@jeffreykurth2703]

I think it is so Awesome you are giving so much love to a non-mainstreem car and sharing it.

[@jinxylad71]

Wow! Amazing what you did with the paint and the chrome! She’s an old girl and just a regular vehicle but you’ve done her proud. Love your work guys!

[@paulbennell3313]

When I first saw that car I thought it'd probably scub up really well. Thanks for proving me right!

[@Jordanrhart]

That thing looks fantastic! I’d proudly daily drive it. What a transformation!

[@hevog]

Great job on this old Galaxie, Michael, as always. Love your videos, also good to see you all alive and kicking again after Covid.

[@hectormacias8890]

Amazing what a little elbow grease will do. This car, with defects and all, looks amazing. Nice job.

[@geipelstoys9923]

Gloss black laquer paint, cleaned up and shined up, even if it aint perfect, looks soooo incredible! and that old beauty wears it so well! nice work man!

[@leroylemmerhirt4470]

61 fords where enamel paint

[@fordfandiecast]

Dramatically beautiful. Some tlc makes a big difference. Great job. Love those old Fords

[@Berven-gf9jq]

So satisfying to see the white wall on the tyres getting white again 🙂 Of course the rest of the car as well. Great upload, guys. Best regards froma car detailer in Norway 🙂

[@richardkawucha1232]

On my '61 Galaxie, I installed F70x14 wide ovals on the stock black rims with chrome trim rings and baby moons on the front. The rear were F70x14 wide ovals on deep dish chrome reverse rims.

[@davidbarnsley8486]

It’s amazing how you can repair old lacquer paint If that was clear over base there would be no fixing it or bringing it back You have done a great job Micheal 👍👍👍

[@lunabouch]

Looks awesome!! Glad you are almost back to normal after you and your wife dealt with Covid. Be well!!

[@kevinkobayashi]

dont forget the antenna. the music would give you grief when down the road

[@red_fox_flareside]

I’ve come back multiple times to watch this video. Love this car.

[@attimus02]

Your videos are amazing. I’m going through them from the beginning. I already finished the Porsche and the truck. I’m not a professional detailer but I wanted to give you some suggestions. Be careful with your power washer. You can damage the paint or the car if it’s too close. So keep the spray at least 12” away. When you’re sanding, it’s best to do that by hand so you don’t burn through the paint. This is an old video so you’ve probably already heard this and/or perfected your craft. Keep up the videos. I love the cars and work you do. Having dad involved is so awesome too.

[@tomswindler64]

Really bringing the old car back to life,the wheels I don’t believe are original,I believe they were on fairlanes,and Torino.of that era.my opinion.once you’ve done thorough cleanup on inside and out.that car will be nice little cruiser.good video,keep doing what y’all are doing and carry on.👍👍👍😎😎😎🚗🚗🚗

[@jamesdodd9066]

,Thanks for the memories. My first car was a '61 Galaxies 4 door .looked exactly like this, except for paint deficiencies since it was only 5 years old when I got it. Had the small block 292, and the black and white interior. Loved that car. Thanks for bringing this one back to life!

[@justinphillips5613]

Barn find to a Sunday driver… great job and awesome find and save man. Hats off

[@ly776]

Great job. Brings back memories of the Custom 500 my family had as a kid. I am so happy guys like you are out there saving these great old cars.

[@thakur3674]

Thats what detailing is. 27:02 Love from India brother.

[@farmallpaul4518]

Great video! I've been tinkering with cars for 50+ years and I have to say, I will use that playing card trick on the next wheel repaint I do. Thank you, sir!

[@JackBWatkins]

MIB FLASHBACK. People just look right here at this little blue light. What happened here is not time travel to the 60’s, but the application of elbow grease and polish on this 1961 Galaxy. One small shine for man, one giant classic car for mankind. Your government thanks you.

[@johncodere9207]

I use a S.O.S. pad for rusty chrome. The soap in it along with plenty on water makes the chrome come out like new without scratching it.

[@timcook7949]

Cool car. I had a 61 Galaxie 2 door with the hi performance 365 horse 390 4v back in the 80's. It was black with red and white interior. Loved the car.

[@williamsmith3880]

Genius work inspired by determination. So proud of what you have transformed this old beauty into. A little bit of disappointment that you decided to reverse the White wall tyres, they are a very important characteristic for cars from this age and very eye catching. Amazing work. Congratulations.

[@Truckman1980]

What a difference! She's plumb purty!

[@-OPPORTUNITYBARN-]

This video needs more views! Very well done!!

[@gtags1]

Glad to see you back, hope you're feeling better. Another great job never thought you'd get the paint looking that good. Did like the original hubcaps better than the new ones though.

[@Bradsroad]

Turned out real nice....love the Police unit appearance.

[@enricpuig5219]

This Galaxie looks very nice !!!

[@clydepodvin5026]

Good old school car, can't wait for the interior

[@markhelka6050]

I'm glad you're back to being healthy and happy family that is a bad disease to have you did one heck of a job on that car too congratulations

[@Metaln00b]

Hello Michael, i like your videos and your work. I also find it great that i understand you very well as a german. Stay as you are.

[@ctech14367]

Looks good, glad you and your wife are back!!

[@martyworley5427]

That looks awesome! Looks like a really great family cruiser

[@johendrickx8313]

Hi Michael, Seeing you doing the bumpers on your Galaxie, try very fine steelwool with some motoroil on the rusty parts. It will not scratch and you will see that this works fine.

[@Rick-4552]

You need the ground mat by race ramps , it is the first thing I grab working on cars, saves your knees!

[@tyhogue8316]

Wow, looks awesome!👍 don’t call it black beauty! Call it midnight!😊

[@Enakaji]

Nevr Dull is actually a product I've been using for years to bring old Chrome and other polished Metal parts back to live on my Motorbikes and so far it has allways worked a treat. You'll have to reuse it regularily if the part is allready pitted, like that bumper, since it will simply start to "bleed" rust again out of those damaged spots but it surely helps prolong the inevitable part refurbish or replacement for quite a bit.

[@garrymelnyk8084]

Quite a transformation. I'm looking forward to seeing what you can do with the interior. Nice to see another old car saved.

[@rtaggs8178]

Great results ! Hard work pays off. Please leave that 61 original.

[@leobrenneis1442]

Nice job on saving this car! Heck I’d be happy to have a old car like this to run around town in.

[@robertreavley7145]

Great job! You got a real gem of a car! Love to see you do more to it!! Thanks for sharing this bud!!!