MATCHBOX Restoration No 59c Ford Galaxie 1966

[@danielzandi6984]

I watch these before bed. So therapeutic

[@gtv6chuck]

I'm trapped at home due to it snowing outside. To have a Marty video made my evening much better!

[@duncankelly4354]

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!

[@ferolcat2009]

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. ..

[@DiecastResurrection]

Everyone upvote this so that Marty will challenge me to a matchbox showdown!!

[@raxephon69]

I'd love to see two pros face-off on a resto, sure the results for both would be crazy cool!

[@ghost-facedhindu4275]

Always got pick fights, Jimmy? 😆

[@Rob-lv3fc]

Marty will win, man

[@passwordbosco407]

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. :)

[@kruleworld]

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).

[@madlionau]

Check ebay there are some reasonably priced repro boxes there

[@vimalkumar3815]

I love to watch your restoration work. You gives new life to dead toys. Thanks for making beautiful videos.

[@larrybrown4769]

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.

[@DiecastMadness]

Agreed

[@TheGameHHH2000]

Good one Marty, from the US east coast

[@DiecastMadness]

Top Flight restorations of the world, Craig...

[@gregday5169]

I always look forward to your videos especially seeing what you've lined your spray booth with this week. Always good for a chuckle.

[@deancollins8229]

Another great video Marty, glad to see that your boomerang injury is healing. Hope you and your lovely bride enjoy your holiday.

[@Buses2Bikes]

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.

[@lrg3834]

Thank you so much for some many entertaining restoration videos. Have a great vacation!

[@6548ww]

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

[@nascargas]

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.

[@ZnenTitan]

The "headlines" in the spray booth are now an icon of your show.

[@dennism644]

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.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

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!

[@kathyflorcruz552]

Emblem on the grill & note the stars on the tail lights. Nice details. And another beauty restored.🚓

[@GuanoLad]

The choice of which ancient newspaper is in your spray booth is always an exciting discovery.

[@film49uk]

top job yet again Marty love the flashing blue light ...enjoy your break and we will stay tuned for when you return

[@nigelbranthwaite8471]

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.

[@jhuntosgarage]

Marty, you should consider narration of children's books and animation. You've definitely got the voice for it.

[@colta51]

Could I suggest b4 you match your paint you could do a light polish on the old paint to get the true colour back first. Might not always be necessary. Love your work as always Marty 👍🏻

[@cidav8r]

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!

[@metalheadmalta]

I just add a thumbs up without even watching the video first! Why is this so therapeutic? Thanks, as always.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Always appreciate it, Thanks very much chris!

[@choppermike3329]

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!

[@Weed8Gone]

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.

[@ZiddersRooFurry]

That's some good nyborg.

[@petelangford3565]

I use a metal brush in my dremel to clean up the base. Does a great job. Great job!

[@Booger414]

Nice job with this one, I like that paint on the base, really looks good.

[@ДмЮнит]

Happy to see new video on my arrival! Thank you!

[@CarloPagan]

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.

[@yereverluvinuncleber]

Automatic upvote as you are restoring my childhood!

[@banjoshumate]

Awesome. I dug through my mom's closet and found my old matchbox and found a couple of projects. I love these videos !

[@bruceperkins6844]

Thanks for another great video Marty. Hope you and yours have a great holiday. Relax and have fun.

[@amboutube]

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..

[@michaelhawthorne8696]

That's a nice job Marty Nice to see clever ways around problems....

[@MrMagandy]

Thank you Marty for sharing you brilliant videos, Very enjoyable so much so I have taken the plunge and done my first restoration.

[@martinstevens4001]

Fantastic Andy!

[@douglidz2944]

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.

[@jacq135]

Nice restoration as usual Marty I wish you and your wife a magnificent vacation and we see you again soon on KZbin

[@petepeter1857]

Cool! Happy Saturday.....I like that! Have a great and safe vacation! 😃✌

[@martinsmith8417]

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!

[@nathanallan2543]

The "casting mark" on the grill is actually a badge emblem on Ford Galaxies. Depending on which model car it was they were different.

[@jfseal38]

Didn't they say "500" on the Galaxie 500's?

[@pebblesthecat3625]

One little tip for you mate. When replacing parts that are an awkward shape like the ¼ window and roof was, use a thin, but stiff cardboard to do the outline, even drawing it on the cardboard, rather than trying to cut it. Once you have the shape perfect, you can transfer the shape to the plastic, and cut the shape from the template you just made, and it will be a perfect fit. It's a lot easier to make this way. Also, when darkening red in the future, use a brown instead of a black, and it will tone in mutch better, without altering the hue as much. Adding black should always be reserved for darkening white only. If you want to darken a colour, you should always look on the opposite side of a colour wheel, and add that. To change the tone if a colour, add one of its pyramid colours e.g. imagine the colour you are using is the top of a pyramid, and the two colours at the bottom points are it's light and dark hues. To change the hue, add whatever colour is next to it on a colour wheel. You can get colour wheels anywhere for a couple of bucks. Just a little mess with a cheap watercolour set from the $1 store and it becomes self explanatory. Hope this helps mate.

[@donmoore7785]

This comment takes me back to art class in grammar school, and my lusciously sweet and attractive teacher Miss Connors.

[@seansexton2266]

Great job Marty! Love the ending bringing back the pumper!

[@ilikedeathmetal7458]

Fabulous restoration Marty! I have that same fire chief so now know how to restore it myself... You da Boss!

[@tdeasley]

The mark on the grill is the Ford Galaxie logo from the factory. You're right, it belongs there, and is a great piece of detail

[@railtrolley]

Excellent result. The paint colour and gloss is superb. Good idea for repainting the base: looks new again.

[@k.n.o.3558]

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!😎

[@the_cheese]

Looka thaaaat!! Gorgeous job, Marty!

[@Wild-Dad]

My Dad had a 65’ Ford Galaxie. That little detail on the grill is a logo symbol. It shows the letters XL or LTD (depending on the trim level) within a “Ford Blue” background.

[@chemcody5119]

Nicely done Marty. Have a safe trip!

[@kwstasantwniou243]

Τhanks for sharing with us another one good project of restoration!

[@russellcampbell9641]

Amen, another therapy calm session! Thanks Marty! Enjoy your holiday!

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

I'm glad you enjoy it Russell, I really do appreciate everyones support.

[@mistertoy1]

You have inspired me to restore my own Ford Galaxie fire chief's car

[@tattoos1988]

Another amazing restoration Marty thanks for the video enjoy your holiday big hello from the uk god bless

[@glenkersul8536]

Hey Mate, your screws upon test need not be screwed all the way in since the chassis base will take up some of that space. Cheers from USA and a dedicated fan.

[@paulmorris1690]

Excellent job as always - if your holiday brings you to the Philadelphia, PA area - I'll share some of my single malts with you. Have a tremendous holiday and have a scotch for me!

[@Perthshire]

I enjoyed that. Very satisfying to watch. Have a great holiday!

[@StayinZooted]

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.

[@billthomas8205]

Have a great break: you've inspired folk here to rebuild our heritage!

[@karitoivonen93]

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.

[@francispalmer9737]

Another ripper Marty. Have you tried a resto without drilling the post`s to keep them a little more original ? now that would be something.

[@marcok4207]

Lovely Makeover again, have nice hollidays .....thx

[@peterd7603]

Great job Marty, you have great time on vacation, oh I mean holiday!

[@martinhightower9801]

Great job Marty. Have a great Vacation! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@BrassLock]

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!

[@randygentry2724]

Aloha from Maui. That little bump on the front grill on the 1965 Ford Galaxy was a identity badge. Some of the badges were "Galaxy 500XL " Badge Ornaments and with the larger engines and more plush interiors there was a "Ford LTD" Badge Ornament. Many of the police vehicles by way of the large displacement engines had the "Ford LTD" Badge.. Aloha

[@bugler75]

I don’t know why but I particularly enjoyed this mornings video more than usual! Enjoy your leave Marty, maybe you ll find some matchbox on holiday! See you in two weeks! Ian

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thanks, I'm definitely on the hunt for some matchbox over there. Hope you dont find the gaps in the videos too much of a hassle.

[@bugler75]

Of course we’ll miss you but everyone needs a wee break now and then! Schedule your next holiday for 2023 and we’ll forgive you! Lol

[@andrethib]

great video as usual. the bit on the grill is a badge, some models of the galaxie had a badge on the grill, it is an elongated shield with a crown on top

[@johnkelley9877]

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.

[@user-ku2bm6kw2k]

Beautiful lovely restoration congrats dear mate

[@saeklin]

And half a bottle of whisky later, a fully restored Matchbox car! Magic.

[@gregoryshorts700]

Enjoy your holiday and god speed your safe travels.

[@ianvicedomini2648]

Superb job mate. She looks brand new

[@realcoolvintagetoys4786]

Hi, Marty. Thank you for your amazing videos. Just subscribed after watching them all weekend. I clean and repair a lot of vintage toys and have a suggestion that might come in handy. If I have plastic bits, like the interior of the car here, I will soak them in a glass of water with a denture cleaning & whitening tablet (or two)... It cleans in the grooves and can even remove some of the yellowing. Then I will give the plastic a quick wipe with a car dash protectant wipe and the plastic looks shiny & new. Give it a try sometime. I hope it helps when its need! Cheers!

[@turbolivesinmyheart6328]

Wonderful job as usual. I kind of think the "casting flaw" in the grill could possibly be an emblem.

[@martinbeneteau309]

Great job as usuall Marty! Have a great trip and be safe. Take care.

[@MartysMatchboxMakeovers]

Thank you, I'll try!

[@DBs58]

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..

[@Hoonozit]

Turned out beautiful, as usual. Nice job on the windscreen repair.

[@tonyv3860]

Hope you enjoy your holiday and thanks for the awesome videos.

[@thomasheroux3146]

Thanks for another great video Marty. Enjoy your holiday!

[@doc0428]

I enjoy your channel. It brings back memories of a time when I had dozens of these little cars as a small boy. The little story the end of your clips demonstrating your finished work is a charming touch. Correct me if I am mistaken but i am positive I have seen that same Ford Galaxie or Custom in the form of a yellow Taxi, White Police car and a plain sedan with nothing on the roof.

[@kristianreader4812]

Very nice job again my friend Liked the blue light nice 😎 Last thing have a good holiday 😳😳😳😳😳

[@PorscheRacer14]

My dad has one of these! I really should give it a try at restoring it. Awesome restore and gives me some ideas!

[@TOCRelojero]

I've been watching the old videos, and I can only say that they are very funny (hey, it's a spider, oh a tank escaping), and you drank brake fluid, really ..., I do not lose them anymore.

[@MatchboxGarage]

Enjoy your holiday mate

[@marknonnenmacher1918]

Hi Marty, Really love your newspaper headlines! The slob in bed for 56 years is the best! Sounds like an American CEO. Ha! I could not stop laughing! Also, in bonding clear (styrene plastic) I remember using simple Elmer's White Glue (here in the states) it too, dried clear. It's a glue used to bond paper and wood.

[@SH-td4yt]

Great video. Have a good holiday. Hopefully you’re headed for a few flea markets to look for more rare cars.

[@charlesreicks648]

Hope you have a good time. Thanks

[@edgarhernandez4529]

Every video you do is great. I love it!! You should try to to detail the logos to the car. Paint the "FORD" logo silver for details.

[@radionutio81ij79]

Nice restoration Marty enjoy your holiday thanks for the upload.🚒

[@hodgeshotwheelsanddiecast5192]

Another fine restoration by the master.

[@Scott924m]

Have a good vacation Marty looking forward to seeing the new video!

[@SBSRIVERA]

Awesome job on the car. Enjoy your holiday, Marty.

[@fasteddy546]

Lovely job

[@NaCalha]

To straighten the plastic I like to fix the piece of plastic in a glass plate with magnets and then to immerse in hot water. The trick is to let the water cool slowly.

[@wintersbattleofbands1144]

NICE! Yes, the grill badge is supposed to be there, offset. I believe I've also seen them declare the engine size in cubic inches. As for the suspension, you have to work quicker and more aggressively. Exaggerate your bends, and you have to do it within a second of coming out of the hot water. Still a success, better than it was. This model is plentiful and cheap. Endless possibilities. It would look killer in yellow as a Fire Chief car, was also available as #55 Police car, and would also make a cool taxi.

[@jamesjr79]

Always enjoy watching your videos have a good vacation

[@jerryknorr679]

Very nice good job the lights add a very touch.

[@adamwalters9680]

I needed a good laugh and your newspaper did the trick! Brilliant resto as per usual

[@retrocat1]

I love how clean and organized your work area is, especially given how mush mess is generated by what you're doing. Even the jar of rivets was clean! I wonder if this is just the way you're wired. For example, is your house the same way, everything clean and in its place? I wish I could be like that, but what a great trait to have in your line of work. The cars you makeover show your meticulous attention to detail, just phenomenal.