Luxury on a Budget: How the 1965 Ford LTD Changed Everything
The 1965 Ford LTD four-door hardtop holds a unique place in automotive history. It effectively invented the “bargain luxury” segment. This model was Ford’s top-tier offering for the year, positioned above the Galaxie 500. It brought Cadillac-like amenities and an impressively quiet ride to a more accessible price point. The LTD’s success immediately forced rivals to create their own upscale versions of family sedans. This is the story of a car that redefined American elegance.