In the early 1960s; automotive designers were looking away from the showy design of the '50s and focusing on designs that were minimalist in style but still striking in character. Focused on providing a car with that was both functional and beautiful; the Ford Galaxie met the challenge. The 1961 Galaxie almost totally lost the tail fins of its predecessor; maintaining only small blade-like fins that served as the cap of the significant round 'pie plate' tail lamps. The interior was sleek and offered options that allowed buyers to step into luxury. Performance was something Ford began to tout with the '60s Galaxie; offering several engine options pushing significant horsepower.