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R-code 1963½ Galaxie 500XL fastback, retaining its four-speed manual and Rangoon Red over red pleated vinyl specification. Its replacement 427ci FE was rebuilt fewer than 500 miles ago by Barry Rabotnick of Survival Motorsports with medium-riser heads, performance internals, a replacement steel crankshaft, COMP Cams camshaft, and new dual Holleys. The rebuild produced 427.45 horsepower and 476.83 lb-ft of torque on a March 2025 dynamometer sheet. The five-digit odometer is believed to be inaccurate, and total mileage is unknown.

Strengths

  • R-Code 427 and four-speed configuration
  • Survival Motorsports engine rebuild
  • Documented 427.45-hp dyno result
  • Clean Michigan title

Watch For

  • Odometer is believed to be inaccurate, with total mileage unknown
  • Older repaint in the original Rangoon Red color
  • Included original carburetors require resealing