Learn about our passion for innovation, our products, careers and more. The vega model 2 starliner was a prototype fiveseat feeder airliner produced by the vega airplane company, a subsidiary of lockheed. The starlift galaxie starlifter the story and history. The ford starliner was the fastback version of the flagship galaxie line of fullsize fords in 1960 and 1961. Im planning my next engine, i think i want to build a 410, to get more torque. The hagerty classic car valuation tool is designed to help you learn how to value your 1961 ford galaxie and assess the current state of the classic car market. Car magaines build book collection free hhrs tee shirt. Build book 3 pro rides 1961 starliner holohans hot rods. Model year changes for the 1962 fullsize fords went beyond fresh sheet metal, dimensional.
Jan 11, 2008 according to the manual and literature all hipo cars were z code 3904v as the 6v came in the trunk and were dealer installed. When they first saw this car, they were struck by how much it resembled a starliner they. Select the navigation view you prefer when narrowing your search. Nasa tells boeing to make 61 corrective actions to starliner before. The seller says its very solid apart from the rockers, adding that all trim is complete as well.
Fabulous fords complete selection of restoration parts and street rod parts for your 19571967 full size car. This 1961 ford starliner, 5 year build by american speed company, was a multi award winner at the 2017 detroit autorama. I highly recommend this kit, that has great detail, and great fit. My only complaint is intake manifold to cylinder head fitment. So ford bored and stroked the interceptor to create a. Unfollow 61 starliner to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Stunning starliner 1961 ford galaxie starliner hemmings daily. In 1961 the starliner hardtop and sunliner convertible were part of the galaxie series. The car is the 61 galaxie victoria twodoor hardtop, with the socalled boxtop roof line. This article was partially compiled from the authors book, full size fords. Jul 29, 2015 here is the finished amt 1960 ford starliner. Aug 21, 2014 now if you wanted to indulge speculation, i think all bets would be off with the sohc in the galaxie, but without the nascar weight penalty. You are also correct about piston speed which greatly effects. It utilized the highlevel galaxie trim, however the galaxie name on the trunklid was replaced by.
My dream car dream cars hollywood knights ford galaxie us. Cars like these say a lot about the era they come from. Had it while a senior in high school and got it with all my savings plus a small loan from my parents which i paid back in one year. The ford starliner was the fastback version of the flagship galaxie line of fullsize fords in. The allnew 1960s galaxies were some six inches longer, almost five inches wider, and nearly 200 pounds heavier. Dec 28, 2010 i found a 61 starliner that has been cut off at the firewall, frame and all. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. In 1960, the starliner hardtop, along with the sunliner convertible, made up the galaxie special series.
Had it while a senior in high school and got it with all my savings plus a small loan from my parents which i. Only about 100 4speed starliners were delivered in 61, and the transmissions would arrive in the trunk of the car, to be installed by the dealer upon delivery. It utilized the highlevel galaxie trim, however the galaxie name on the trunklid was replaced by starliner script. Chromeplated, clear, and transparent red parts are also included, along with blackvinyl tires amts firestone supremes with tampoprinted wide white.
Expert columnists offer tips and solutions to modeling problems about muscle cars, racing vehicles, dioramas, and trucks. If you purchase this part, your order can only be shipped by ground. The included instruction book includes four pages of. I plan on shortening the front of the starliner roof, so the rear glass is ahead of the trunk opening.
This 1961 ford starliner was purchased by the owner in 1986, and was painted 1972 ford bright red. From concept to reality, sr61 denny terzichs 1961 starliner. Mar 14, 2014 in looking at this 61 ford starliner, larry hill of roanoke, virginia, might have just that. With the most complete inventory of restoration parts and street rod parts for your project. The starliner offered a suitable platform for nascar teams to build their race cars. There are 6 1960 to 1962 ford starliners for sale today on. It was an alltime best for the galaxie line and its sister nameplates. In looking at this 61 ford starliner, larry hill of roanoke, virginia, might have just that.
The plan for this is a mild street custom with modern airride. It was a great platform upon which nascar teams could build vehicles, and, because of its use in racing applications, there are few surviving models. Feb 07, 2020 2 hot rod, street rod and muscle ford starliner for sale today on hotrodhotline. According to the manual and literature all hipo cars were z code 3904v as the 6v came in the trunk and were dealer installed. See more ideas about ford galaxie, ford and classic cars. I tried to find a site with body dimensions, no luck yet. Welcome to the official corporate site for the worlds largest aerospace company and leading manufacturer of commercial jetliners and defense, space and security systems.
Cammerthe real story of the legendary ford 427 sohc v8. Fords fullsize model change from 1959 to 1960 was seen as a big departure from the swerving lines of the 1950s. Also had a 65 and 67 gto but the starliner is the one car i wish i could have back. Were still here and shipping orderslets build it together. It was a great platform upon which nascar teams could build vehicles, and, because of its use. Vent glass 196061 ford starliner 2dr hardtop 6062 galaxie 500 convertible gt. Here is the cammer engine im using courtesy of ohio george marcus a. It will go in a 4x pickup, so it will be a low to midrange rpm engine. Oct 19, 2012 1961 ford starliner 427 sohc, 4 speed, mostly original paint, startup, its loud and mean. Nasa tells boeing to make 61 corrective actions to starliner before the. This car is appealing to collectors for several reasons.
At first glance, this car looks like a starliner, but upon closer look, theres much more character to this beauty. Wood brothers racing builds 61 ford starliner tribute car in addition to preparing a superslick, superspeedway ford fusion for the 2014 daytona 500, the harrisburg, ncbased wood brothers racing crew has been working in the offseason on a special tribute car for the nascar hall of fame in charlotte. May, 2018 while i wait for parts or ideas for my more important builds, figured i would do a busy work build of one of my all time favorite cars, the 60 starliner. Ford had a very low production year for starliners in 1961 with only 29,669 made which explains why they are harder to find than some other galaxie models. Get the best deals on vintage parts for ford starliner when you. Nasaboeing investigation of starliner flight finds. Order this item and get free delivery and handling on your entire order. Aerojet rocketdyne conducts a 2016 test firing of the launch abort engines designed for use on boeings cst100 starliner space taxi. Slow to start on sales, fords fullsize production grew year after year, peaking with 648,010 units produced in 1963. I am glad amt did such a fantastic job with this kit so far. Build book follows the build process from concept to reality of the featured vehicle in more depth and detail than any monthly magazine, and is designed to allow the professional parts and services manufacturers to highlight their products exclusively, along with indepth information about the showcased product. Now if you wanted to indulge speculation, i think all bets would be off with the sohc in the galaxie, but without the nascar weight penalty.
Of those were the galaxie and galaxie station wagon. So, into the mix fall cars like the 1961 ford galaxie starliner. It was the 390, 300 hp version huge by todays standards but oh what a car. No, ford did not build a starliner for 1962, but did ostensibly offer a detachable starlift roof for the sunliner. It had spent about three years racing and on the street when new. Wood brothers racing builds 61 ford starliner tribute car. You do have to remember that this car is not your usual h. Build books from team killeen covering 1970 cuda sick fish, 1935 aeroliner sport, 1961 starliner sr61, 1957 bel air chubster, and 1967 mustang reactor. Stunning starliner 1961 ford galaxie starliner hemmings. You can now build boeings starliner capsule with cobi toy.
The boeing starliner spacecraft lifting off for an uncrewed test flight from cape canaveral, fla. The engines feature a new type of propellant valves. My 61 starliner was a 401hp 390 and the 3 x 2s were dealer installed as was the bw 4 speed. Show quality ppg tri coat dark candy red is complimented by a hand crafted natural grain chestnut leather interior by american speed. In fact, i wonder why there wasnt a permatex sportsman in the later 60s with one tiny lund had a hemi powered 61 starliner. Ford galaxie club of america frank laidlaws 61 starliner. Cammerthe real story of the legendary ford 427 sohc v8 mac. We cover the latest styrene, resin, and aftermarket kits, paint, photoetched parts, books.
Scale auto is the leading authority for car modelers. Our excellent staff and parts guarantee you cannot go wrong. Southern californias premier marketing company is pleased to intro. The result was the purchase of this 61 ford starliner in april of 1999. That rarity foiled his first attempt to buy a starliner and delayed his quest another decade, until he placed an advertisement in hemmings motor news looking for a nonclone, highperformance 61 starliner. Holmon moody and ford decided to take a 62 galaxie convertible and slap a 61 starliner roof on it.
With allnew decals and throwback packaging its ready to be another valueadded top selling kit. Find new and used 1961 ford galaxie classics for sale by classic car dealers and private sellers near you. The parts are the same as the last issue from about 10 years ago, but this time are molded in white. Consigned to the mecum indy sale and will be running friday may 17th.
I found a 61 starliner that has been cut off at the firewall, frame and all. You can now build boeings starliner capsule with cobi toy blocks. My 61 starliner wip scale auto magazine for building. In 1962, ford didnt bring out a fastback and it was soon apparent that they were disadvantaged in. For 1961, ford offered 16 different models to choose from. Basic tools craft set hobby building tools kit for gundam car model building. Ive been waiting for a build to use these wheels on. I have not gotten to build mine yet but i look forward to working on it. You are also correct about piston speed which greatly effects cam requirementsthats another book and rod ratio.
We offer a full line of 5767 car parts for your project full size car. This build book follows the build of a 1961 starliner by prorides in coordination with summit racing. Fabulous fords restoration parts and street rod parts for. The 61 starliner is an inherently goodlooking car, so it was up to bobby alloway to maintain the factory good looks and make only those changes that would enhance and not detract. This article was partially compiled from the authors book. Standard equipment included the mileage maker six engine, 3speed manual transmission, fullflow oil filter, double wrapped aluminized muffler, a diamond lustre finish, self adjusting brakes and double lift bright metal trim. Start up 1961 ford starliner 427 sohc cammer loud and mean. Oem 19631967 ford falcon galaxie 260 289 air cleaner heat riser core tn. Ford did not build a starliner for 1962, but did ostensibly. Engine anomaly deals setback to boeings starliner space. The ad almost immediately led to this texasbuilt car, living in missouri with its second owner. Hot rods 60 61 starliner picture thread page 2 the h. Full size ford restoration manual book fairlane galaxie. Posies rods and customs super slide springs street rod.