1959 Ford Galaxie Skyliner Retractable Roof Marvel The Skyliner featured a fully retractable hardtop, an engineering marvel of its time. Design: Sleek and stylish, it epitomized late-1950s Americana. | Cars & Motorbikes Stars of the Golden era

The Ford Skyliner, or more properly known as the Ford Fairlane 500 Galaxie Skyliner, was the first hardtop convertible to reach four and five digit production numbers during its 1957-1959 run. The mechanics of its "Hide-Away Hardtop," as it was marketed, was an engineering feat at the time. Check out this 1959 model opening up! This car has been retrofitted with a remote to open the top, but the mechanicals are original! | This Day in Automotive History - Drive History