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AMT/ERTL 1963 FORD GALAXIE 500 XL SPORTS HARDTOPADVANCED CUSTOMIZING KIT #60031:25 SCALE – 3-IN-1 – FACTORY SEALED
Offered here is a vintage-style AMT/Ertl 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Sports Hardtop model kit featuring AMT’s classic Advanced Customizing Kit presentation.
This 1:25 scale release recreates one of Ford’s most recognizable early-1960s full-size performance cars and offers the builder three different configuration choices: STOCK, CUSTOM, or ADVANCED CUSTOM.
The retro packaging closely follows AMT’s classic customizing-era presentation, making this kit especially appealing to both builders and collectors of vintage-style AMT automotive kits.
KIT DETAILS
• Manufacturer: AMT / Ertl• Subject: 1963 Ford Galaxie 500 XL Sports Hardtop• Kit Number: 6003• Scale: 1:25• Plastic model kit• 3-in-1 configuration• Build Stock, Custom, or Advanced Custom• Operating hood• Detailed engine• Custom styling components• Front and rear molded styling parts• AMT body filler putty / sanding accessories referenced on packaging• Official Ford licensed product• Made in USA• 1995 AMT/Ertl packaging• Factory sealed
CLASSIC AMT CUSTOMIZING FORMAT
One of the best features of this release is the traditional AMT 3-in-1 format.
Rather than limiting the builder to a single configuration, this kit was designed around AMT’s famous customizing concept and provides options for:
STOCKBuild the Galaxie in a more traditional factory-style configuration.
CUSTOMUse the included custom parts to create a period-inspired customized Ford.
ADVANCED CUSTOMTake the build further using the additional styling pieces and customizing accessories featured with the kit.
The box artwork even displays several potential design variations, making this a particularly interesting release for builders who enjoy vintage custom-car modeling.
COLLECTOR APPEAL
Kit #6003 traces its tooling lineage back to AMT’s early-1960s Ford Galaxie kits, giving this release a strong connection to the golden era of American plastic model cars.
The retro box graphics, vertical “63 HARDTOP” lettering, classic AMT logo, and Advanced Customizing Kit branding make this a display-worthy piece even before the kit is built.
It would fit especially well in collections focused on:
• Vintage AMT model kits• Ford Galaxie memorabilia• 1960s American automobiles• Custom car and hot rod models• 3-in-1 model kits• Retro automotive packaging• Vintage-style model car reissues
CONDITION
Factory sealed.
The original shrink wrap is still present, although it has loosened and torn in several areas from age and storage. The box itself shows some light age-related edge and corner wear.
Because the kit remains sealed, the internal components have not been disturbed or individually inventoried.
Please review all listing photos closely, as they show the exact kit and packaging being offered.
COLLECTOR-SAFE SHIPPING
This model kit will be carefully packed inside a separate shipping carton with protective material. The original kit box will NOT be used as the shipping container.
A very nice vintage-style AMT release for the Ford enthusiast, Galaxie collector, classic model builder, or collector of AMT’s famous customizing-era kits.
