Which bumper is better for a show car?

The re-chromed bumper, because it is triple-plated to show quality. The AMD is OE-quality chrome, which is fine for a driver but not a show finish.

Which is easier to install?

The AMD. It is a direct bolt-on that reuses OE brackets and hardware. The re-chromed bumper ships as the bumper only, so you need your own brackets and hardware.

Is the AMD bumper worth $159?

At $159 at Distritech as of November 3, it is a new 14-gauge part with a 5-year rust-through warranty. That is a fair price for a driver-quality rear bumper.

Will either fit a 4-door Galaxie?

The AMD lists 1964 Ford Galaxie fitment, and Dennis Carpenter says its bumper fits all body styles. The re-chromed listing itself says 2-door, so confirm before ordering for a 4-door.

The AMD has a stated 5-year limited rust-through warranty. The re-chromed bumper has no stated warranty, and restored chrome life depends on the plating shop's prep.

Do I need new brackets for either?

No for the AMD, which uses OE brackets and hardware. Yes for the re-chromed bumper, since none are included.

AMD 1964 Ford Galaxie Rear Bumper vs 1964 Ford Galaxie Rear Bumper

Buy the AMD bumper if you want a direct bolt-on with a 5-year rust-through warranty and OE-style chrome. Buy the re-chromed show-quality bumper if you are restoring a 2-door Galaxie for shows and already have good brackets and hardware. The AMD lists at $159 at Distritech as of November 3; the re-chromed bumper's price was not given, so compare it against that figure before deciding.

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