Convertibles only make sense if they’re very small or very large. If not a Miata, S2000, all the British ones, etc., then chopping the top massively compromises the sportiness of the car it’s based on. If we’re not carving corners, then we might as cruise (or blast in a straight line) in comfort with a few friends onboard. If you’re going big, then you need a proper big block. Thus: these full-size ’66 Ford Galaxies are a most optimal choice.

Now, when talking about a big-block powered full-size cruising machine, there’s one last choice to make: stick shift or auto? On one hand, manuals are always better and more fun. On the other, sometimes you just want to cruise, and it’s not like you’re nailing heel-toe downshifts on your way into The Corkscrew at Laguna Seca. (Note: if you take a stick-shift full-size classic convertible through The Corkscrew, but better damn-well send us pictures or video). Regardless, there’s no need to chose here, as you get one of each!

Things get interesting as we get to the condition on these. Forgive the cliche, but these are in pretty impressive “barn [ok, not a barn] find” original shape. If you’re interested in a proper restoration of either, the legit “Q code” VINs and numbers matching parts will matter to someone later on. Keeping the cliche train coming, these really do look like the kinds of vehicles one could make money on if they don’t need too much metal work. I’d probably spruce one up as much as possible, then sell it to fund the build of the other.

Two 1966 Ford Galaxie Convertibles for sale – Sacramento Craigslist