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1970 Ford Galaxie 500 2-Door Hardtop
Ford Galaxie 500
1970 (Fifth Generation, specifically the 1969-1970 facelift period) · full-size sedan / coupe
Rarity Score
6/10 - Uncommon; while mass-produced, 2-door hardtops are increasingly rare to find outside of private collections or wrecking yards.
Spot Difficulty
8/10; rarely seen on the road in modern traffic; usually found at classic car shows or, as seen here, in rural salvage lots.
Engine & Performance
Engine: Likely a 302 cu in (4.9L) or 390 cu in (6.4L) V8; power output ranging from 220 to 265 hp depending on configuration.
Transmission & Drivetrain: 3-speed SelectShift Cruise-O-Matic automatic transmission; RWD
Performance: 0-60 mph in approx 9-11 seconds; top speed ~110 mph; curb weight approx 3,900 lbs.
Exterior
Wimbledon White paint, rusted brown roof (likely originally vinyl-covered), hidden headlamp grille (missing center section), chrome front bumper, 2-door hardtop body style.
Interior Features
Bench seating, vinyl upholstery, sweep-style speedometer, likely missing radio and interior trim components due to exposure.
Condition Assessment
Poor / Salvage; the vehicle is a 'yard find' with significant rust, missing parts, and long-term environmental exposure.
Condition Issues: Heavy surface and structural rust on the roof; missing grille inserts; dented front fender; shattered or missing side glass; engine condition unknown but likely seized; overall decay from desert/field storage.
Estimated Mileage: Estimated 80,000 - 130,000 miles before being retired to the salvage yard.
Historical Significance
The Galaxie was Ford's mainstay full-size car, competing directly with the Chevrolet Impala; the 1970 model marked the end of the high-style 'Coke bottle' era for the nameplate.
Notable Features
Die-cast grille with 'hidden' headlamp capability (inner lamps visible); massive rear overhang; classic 1970-only front end styling cues.
Production Numbers
Approximately 188,000 Galaxie 500 2-door hardtops were produced in 1970.
Valuation
Estimated Market Value: $500 - $1,500 (as a parts car or heavy project)
Auction Estimate: $300 - $1,000 as-is; fully restored examples can reach $15,000 - $25,000.
Maintenance Recommendations
Full frame-off restoration required; fuel system replacement; brake line overhaul; engine rebuild; complete weatherstripping and interior replacement.
Fun Facts
The 1970 Ford was advertised as being 'Quieter than a Rolls-Royce'; it was one of the last years for the iconic Galaxie name before it was fully superseded by the LTD; many were used as quintessential police cruisers in 70s cinema.
Identified on: 6/24/2026
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