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[h=1]Glittering Gold: 1968 Shelby GT500[/h]

Adam Clarke
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Finished in stunning Sunlit Gold, this 1968 Shelby GT500 is a special car that is now on the search for a new home. The GT500 has proven in the past to not only be a car capable of incredible performance but from a financial perspective, their constantly increasing values have made their ownership better than money in the bank. This particular car is due to go to auction, and you will find the details here at Barrett-Jackson. The car is being offered in a No Reserve auction, and it’s a car that I would expect to generate plenty of interest.
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Sunlit Gold is a color that suits the Shelby extremely well, and this one looks like an absolute beauty. It isn’t clear whether the car is an original survivor, or whether it has undergone restoration at some point in its life. Regardless of which it is, the fact is that it is complete in every detail and that the presentation of the car is immaculate. As a bonus, the car does come with a fully documented history (including the Shelby Warranty paperwork), along with a Marti report, and every aspect of the car is also verified in the Shelby Register.
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By the time that this Shelby saw the light of day, there was a lot more attention being paid to making the car not only a formidable performance vehicle but one that provided the occupants with a degree of creature comfort. To that end, wood-grain trim became part of the package, while this one also features a push-button radio, factory air conditioning, tinted glass, the pop-a-way tilt wheel, and that distinctive center console with the Cobra-embossed armrest. The Saddle interior is like the rest of the car and looks to be in pretty amazing condition, with only some minor wear visible. The only area that is showing any real age is the lid to the glove compartment, but since that has been personally autographed by Carol Shelby, I wouldn’t be touching it.

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Now we get to the business end of proceedings, with the engine bay being full of V8 goodness. This is the 428ci Police Interceptor big-block, which produces a claimed, but extremely conservative, 360hp. This Shelby also features an automatic transmission, power steering, and power front disc brakes. From a performance perspective, the 1968 model was definitely the king. It could sprint from 0-60mph in 5.5 seconds, and devour the ¼ mile in 13.7 seconds. That’s some seriously impressive performance, and it’s one of the reasons why the GT500 is such a muscle car icon today. We aren’t provided with any information on how this particular GT500 runs or drives, but if appearances count for anything, then it should be pretty good.
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The Marti Report verifies that this GT500 is 1-of-41 that was produced in Sunlit Gold with Saddle trim. To me, that’s underselling the car, because regardless of the numbers, any GT500 is going to be a very special car. This one appears to be immaculate, and I really hope that the next owner has the opportunity to take it out occasionally, and enjoy it as a great car. I would hate to see this Shelby hidden away because that would defeat the purpose of what these cars were all about.
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[h=1]Montana Barn Find: 1951 Mercury M-1[/h]

Scotty Gilbertson
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We have seen a fair amount of Mercury pickups here at One Barn Finds Tower over the last few years. It almost gives a person the impression that there are a lot of them out there for sale but they’re still rare to see. An unknown reader sent in the tip for this 1951 Mercury M1 short bed pickup and we couldn’t resist looking at another one. This rugged truck can be found here on eBay in Sweet Grass, Montana where a few others have been located. The current bid price is just over $4,900.

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The seller has had some nice old trucks for sale in the past, I don’t know where they’re finding these things! They say that this is an unrestored barn find and it sure has an unusual look with the black mostly being in decent shape and the other color/red is mostly gone.
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The 1951 and 1952, Mercury pickups in Canada followed Ford’s naming convention, so a Ford F-1 was known as a Mercury M-1 (half-ton) in Canada. There’s always a question whether to restore it or fix the mechanicals and drive it as it looks now. They don’t show the floor of the bed but it’s rotted and will need to be replaced and there are a few other small areas that’ll need help with that new welder that you got last fall and haven’t even tried out yet.
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Of course, you’d want to put some seats in it if you were going to fix it and drive it as it looks now. Other than a few trim pieces a person should be able to track down most parts from Ford books. The interior, at least the bones of it, look great to me. The floors look surprisingly solid other than heavy surface rust. Hopefully they can be treated to keep them from getting thin, or thinner.
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Mercury pickups of this vintage in Canada benefited from having Ford’s 239 flathead V8. Unfortunately, this one is seized. D’oh! So there’s that, and I would sure want a flathead V8 in this pickup whether I restored it or drove it all crusty and rusty as it looks now. In the time that I wrote this the price has moved up $600. How much would you pay for this Mercury M-1?


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[h=1]Abandoned Project: 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback[/h]

Adam Clarke
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This 1968 Ford Mustang GT Fastback is a project that ground to a halt some time back, and now the owner is looking for someone to take it on and to return it to its former glory. Don’t be mistaken, there is some work to do, but it looks like the owner has identified any rust issues in the car, and has begun to do something about them. Located in Springtown, Texas, you will find the Mustang listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has set the BIN price for the Fastback at $17,800, but the option is available to make an offer.
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The outward appearance of the Mustang looks pretty promising, with no signs of any major rust issues. Similarly, looking inside the engine bay would suggest that the shock towers are also pretty good. We don’t get a clear look underneath the Mustang, but the few spots that we can glimpse would suggest that there is at least some surface corrosion present. The trunk floor looks good, but the passenger side floor has been cut out entirely, and it doesn’t look like there is a replacement floor to weld back in. Similarly, it also looks like the floor on the driver’s side has also been replaced at some point, suggesting that this might not be the Mustang’s first round of restoration work.
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What is left of the original interior is the seats, the rear fold-down mechanism, and a few plastic trim pieces. The rest of it looks like it’s no longer with the car. What is there looks to be pretty grotty, and it’s debatable whether it could be cleaned, or whether it will be a case of buying new covers for the seats and replacing everything else. This is a real shame because according to the Marti Report, the Fastback did have some nice original features. As well as the gauge cluster with the tachometer and trip meter, the car was also fitted with an AM/8-track player and a console.

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While the news hasn’t been what I would call awesome so far, it is about to potentially get that bit worse. This Mustang rolled off the production line fitted with a J-Code 302ci V8, a 4-speed manual transmission, and a 3.25 limited slip rear end. It isn’t clear whether the original rear end is still present, as the seller doesn’t provide any information on this. The engine bay is very obviously empty, there are no photos of an engine or transmission among the parts, and neither of these is specifically mentioned by the seller. This would all seem to suggest that the engine and transmission are not present. If they aren’t, then that’s a real blow, to say the least. The owner does seem to be willing to answer questions, and that is a question that I would be very inclined to ask. That means that if this assumption is correct, then it might be possible to source date correct items, but this will never be a numbers-matching car.
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I guess that every cloud should have a silver lining, and even if this Mustang is missing its motor and transmission, it would still be possible to restore it using date correct components. There is another option that could be open to the next owner. If there is no engine, then that makes this a blank canvas for that person to build the Fastback of their dreams. That is a real possibility, but it will be interesting to see what our readers would do with this car.


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1965, a very good year for Mustangs.
[h=1]Numbers Matching: 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2[/h]

Adam Clarke
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This 1965 Mustang Fastback 2+2 is a rust-free Californian car that would have been a tough looking car is its original black on black color scheme. It is in need of restoration but would appear to be a solid candidate. It is located in Bakersfield, California, and is listed for sale here on Craigslist. The asking price for the Mustang has been set at $20,000.
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The owner says that the Mustang is largely complete, with the exception of the front and rear bumpers. The only rust that is said to be in the car is some surface corrosion in the trunk, but this should be an easy fix. The rest of the body looks quite good from what we can see, and he also has all of the trim pieces, both for the exterior and interior of the car. While we don’t get a look at the interior, we do know that it is black and that the Mustang features air conditioning and the rather cool Rally Pac.
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This Mustang is not only solid, but it is a numbers-matching car. The A-Code 289, which is good for 225hp, is backed by a 4-speed manual transmission. The owner says that the engine runs perfectly, so hopefully, it won’t take a lot of work before the car is ready for the road. The car also comes with a new gas tank, but this currently isn’t fitted to the car.

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It’s always nice to find a solid Mustang project car, and this does appear to be a good one. If it is returned to its original color combination, it will be a nice looking car and one that the next owner will rightfully be proud of. I wonder if the next owner is going to be one of our Barn Finds readers.


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A Rare, Desirable Fox Body. I have only seen one of these in person.

[h=1]Changed Plans: 1990 Ford Mustang “7-Up Edition”[/h]

Adam Clarke
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So, just imagine that you’re a car manufacturer, and you sign a deal with a company to build 30 cars for a giveaway competition. You have only built 2 of the cars when the contest falls over. What do you do? Why you build another 4,101 cars and sell them as a special edition. That is basically the story behind the 1990 Mustang LX Limited Edition, a car that has also become known as the 7-Up Edition. This particular Mustang is located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, and is listed for sale here at Hemmings. The owner has set a sale price of $10,990 for the Mustang but does appear to be negotiable on this figure.
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The timing of the collapse of the 7-Up promotional competition proved to be a fortuitous one for Ford. The company had been coming under increasing pressure to release a 25th Anniversary edition of the Mustang, but aside from the idea of sticking some commemorative badges on a few cars, they had nothing in the pipeline. The development work was complete on the 7-Up cars, and when it all fell over, Ford made the decision to release the cars as a Limited Edition, although it was never classed as an actual, official, 25th Anniversary car. The original intention had been to build 5,000 cars, but production eventually stopped at 4,103. What you received in the way of cosmetic features on a Limited Edition was a Mustang Convertible finished in distinctive Emerald Green Clearcoat Metallic. To this was added a white power convertible top, color-keyed body moldings and exterior mirrors, and 15″ GT aluminum wheels. This particular car looks to be in fairly good condition. the owner notes some small spots on the hood which may have been caused by tree sap or droppings but feels that these may polish out. The soft-top looks to be in good condition, while the aluminum wheels seem to be free of pitting or curb strike damage.
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The interior of the Limited Edition is a symphony in white, with leather upholstery on the seats, white vinyl trims on the doors, and white plastic trim in other areas. The leather, especially on the front seats, is beginning to show its age a bit, but I really do think that someone with experience could bring them back to life with a bit of the right type of conditioner and some hard work. The rest of the white vinyl looks quite good, and there are only a few pieces of white plastic that are showing any signs of discoloring. The door pockets are starting to sag a bit, but I think that it would be possible to restore these without having to resort to replacement. In addition to items like the leather-wrapped wheel, power door mirrors, power windows, and power locks, the 7-Up package also brought a premium sound system, cruise control, and air conditioning to the Mustang.

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There are no engine photos with the listing, but we know that the car is equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine and that this produces 225hp. Of the 4,103 Limited Edition cars built, 2,743 featured the 4-speed automatic transmission, while the remaining 1,360 were fitted with the T5 manual transmission. This car features the former, along with power steering, power brakes, a Traction-Lock rear end, and upgraded suspension components such as struts and shocks. The owner says that the car runs and drives nicely and that it feels really tight. The listing details indicate that the car has covered 54,000 miles, but the owner doesn’t actually mention anything about the mileage in the listing text.
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While there were 4,103 cars originally produced, as of today, the Mustang Limited Edition Registry can only confirm that 305 cars actually exist. Of course, there are sure to be cars out there that haven’t been logged with the Registry, as I can’t help but feel that this number is very low. Values for the Limited Edition have stayed fairly static in recent years, but the price for this one is definitely in the ball-park for a car in better than average condition. You can find a few examples that are out in the market with significantly lower mileage than this one, but you have to be prepared to bite the bullet and shell out around three times the asking price of this car. This one is a nice example that could be used on a daily basis, so I’d save that extra money and put this one in my driveway.


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As much as I like the 65 Fastback, 69 would be a close 2nd. With a shell like this, Resto Mod, Coyote Powered with upgraded brakes and suspension, and last but not least, AC.
[h=1]Solid Base: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1[/h]

Adam Clarke
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When it comes to Mustang project cars, there rarely seems to be a middle ground. They tend to either be basically complete but in need of some pretty substantial rust repairs, or they are like this one, solid, but missing a lot of important components. That doesn’t mean that this car is beyond help, but it will give the new owner the choice of restoring it to as close to as original as is possible working with what they have, or building the ’69 Mustang of their dreams. Located in Anaheim, California, you will find the Mustang listed for sale here on Craigslist. The owner is asking $12,000 for this Mustang.
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Originally finished in Royal Maroon, someone at some point has chosen to give the Mach 1 a coat of black paint. I’m sure that this came under the heading of “that seemed like a good idea at the time,” but I wish that they hadn’t bothered making the effort. What this doesn’t hide is the fact that this appears to be an extremely solid car. The owner provides plenty of photos of all of the usual trouble spots, and apart from some surface corrosion, the car is as solid as a rock. It is also a case of “what you see is what you get.” If it isn’t in the photos, then it doesn’t come with the car. This means that the next owner is going to need to source items such as the hood, grille, and numerous other external trim pieces before the outside of the car could be considered anywhere near complete.
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This theme continues inside the Mustang, with no seats, no carpet, and a lot of other trim items missing. The dash pad looks like it is quite reasonable, but the door trims have been cut to fit speakers, while the same is true for the trim on both sides in the rear of the car. All of these items are still available through various suppliers, but the list is going to be pretty long.

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Looking under the hood is where the news is at its worst. The engine bay was originally home to a 390-4V engine, which pumped out 320hp. Coupled to this was a 4-speed close-ratio manual transmission, and a 3.25 Traction-Lok rear end. It isn’t clear whether the original rear end is still present, but the engine and transmission are long gone. Apart from the steering, suspension, and the booster for the brakes (front discs), there isn’t much there. Of course, this will leave the next owner with the decision as to whether to restore the car to as close to as original as possible, or slot in the engine and transmission of their choice.
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This Mustang Mach 1 at least offers the next owner a solid base from which to commence a project. Mechanically, it is a blank canvas, so it will be interesting to see what path our readers would follow on this one.


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Jun 9, 2019 • For Sale • 12 Comments
[h=1]Solid Classic Pickup: 1959 Ford F-100 Short Bed[/h]

Adam Clarke
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This 1959 Ford F-100 Short Bed has been languishing for some time in a New Mexico barn, but it has now emerged and made the trek to El Paso, Texas. It is a straight and solid pickup that would make a great project vehicle. If you fancy a classic pickup project, then you will find the Ford listed for sale here on eBay. The BIN price seems very reasonable at $4,750, but if that still seems to be too rich for you, then the option is there to make an offer.
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The Fawn Tan paint that the Ford currently wears isn’t original, as the vehicle underwent a repaint some years back. It has held up fairly well, although the owner does identify some bubbling that is now visible. Scrolling through the photos seems to indicate that this is a solid vehicle, with no major rust issues visible in any of the floors or the bed. The dry environment in New Mexico has probably helped the vehicle’s cause no end while being stored out of direct sunlight has probably helped the paint to survive as well as it has.
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The interior of the Ford presents quite well, and there would be no reason why it couldn’t be used as it is. The seat cover looks as though it has been at least partially replaced at some point, while there is an aftermarket tachometer attached to the steering column and a gauge that I have struggled to identify attached to the center of the dash. In reality, the interior has survived remarkably well for what is essentially a 60-year-old workhorse, and the new owner could easily choose to leave it exactly as it is.

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For those of you that were hoping to find a V8 hiding under the hood, then you will be slightly disappointed. What this F-100 has are the 223ci Mileage Maker straight-six engine and a manual transmission, which should be well and truly adequate for most of this vehicle’s requirements. Due to the fact that the old Ford has been sitting for a while, the new owner is going to have to give the vehicle a thorough check and some maintenance before it could be considered to be ready for the road. The owner has managed to coax the pickup back into some form of life by pouring gas down the carburetor, but it sounds like the fuel system is going to need a thorough clean before the Ford runs on its own.
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This 1959 Ford F-100 looks like it will make a great project vehicle, and with the growing popularity of classic pickups, it seems to be priced very competitively. It is the sort of vehicle that could be given the once-over to return it to sound mechanical condition, and could then be used and enjoyed exactly as it currently stands. If the new owner chose to follow that path, they would still own a vehicle that would stand out in any crowd.


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[h=1]Changed Plans: 1990 Ford Mustang “7-Up Edition”[/h]

Adam Clarke
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So, just imagine that you’re a car manufacturer, and you sign a deal with a company to build 30 cars for a giveaway competition. You have only built 2 of the cars when the contest falls over. What do you do? Why you build another 4,101 cars and sell them as a special edition. That is basically the story behind the 1990 Mustang LX Limited Edition, a car that has also become known as the 7-Up Edition. This particular Mustang is located in Mechanicsville, Virginia, and is listed for sale here at Hemmings. The owner has set a sale price of $10,990 for the Mustang but does appear to be negotiable on this figure.
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The timing of the collapse of the 7-Up promotional competition proved to be a fortuitous one for Ford. The company had been coming under increasing pressure to release a 25th Anniversary edition of the Mustang, but aside from the idea of sticking some commemorative badges on a few cars, they had nothing in the pipeline. The development work was complete on the 7-Up cars, and when it all fell over, Ford made the decision to release the cars as a Limited Edition, although it was never classed as an actual, official, 25th Anniversary car. The original intention had been to build 5,000 cars, but production eventually stopped at 4,103. What you received in the way of cosmetic features on a Limited Edition was a Mustang Convertible finished in distinctive Emerald Green Clearcoat Metallic. To this was added a white power convertible top, color-keyed body moldings and exterior mirrors, and 15″ GT aluminum wheels. This particular car looks to be in fairly good condition. the owner notes some small spots on the hood which may have been caused by tree sap or droppings but feels that these may polish out. The soft-top looks to be in good condition, while the aluminum wheels seem to be free of pitting or curb strike damage.
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The interior of the Limited Edition is a symphony in white, with leather upholstery on the seats, white vinyl trims on the doors, and white plastic trim in other areas. The leather, especially on the front seats, is beginning to show its age a bit, but I really do think that someone with experience could bring them back to life with a bit of the right type of conditioner and some hard work. The rest of the white vinyl looks quite good, and there are only a few pieces of white plastic that are showing any signs of discoloring. The door pockets are starting to sag a bit, but I think that it would be possible to restore these without having to resort to replacement. In addition to items like the leather-wrapped wheel, power door mirrors, power windows, and power locks, the 7-Up package also brought a premium sound system, cruise control, and air conditioning to the Mustang.

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There are no engine photos with the listing, but we know that the car is equipped with a 5.0-liter V8 engine and that this produces 225hp. Of the 4,103 Limited Edition cars built, 2,743 featured the 4-speed automatic transmission, while the remaining 1,360 were fitted with the T5 manual transmission. This car features the former, along with power steering, power brakes, a Traction-Lock rear end, and upgraded suspension components such as struts and shocks. The owner says that the car runs and drives nicely and that it feels really tight. The listing details indicate that the car has covered 54,000 miles, but the owner doesn’t actually mention anything about the mileage in the listing text.
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While there were 4,103 cars originally produced, as of today, the Mustang Limited Edition Registry can only confirm that 305 cars actually exist. Of course, there are sure to be cars out there that haven’t been logged with the Registry, as I can’t help but feel that this number is very low. Values for the Limited Edition have stayed fairly static in recent years, but the price for this one is definitely in the ball-park for a car in better than average condition. You can find a few examples that are out in the market with significantly lower mileage than this one, but you have to be prepared to bite the bullet and shell out around three times the asking price of this car. This one is a nice example that could be used on a daily basis, so I’d save that extra money and put this one in my driveway.


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These are actually pretty nice with the white interior.
It's a shame their associated to "7-Up".
My cousin has one in his collection.
I had the pleasure of driving it about 1000 feet two years ago.
Loads of torque on take off.
I asked if it had4.10 gears? I don't think he knew.
He believes his to be stock.
I'd have to research their specs.
Haven't done that yet.

 

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[h=1]Team Polaris Drag Car: 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 429[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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This 1971 Ford Mustang Boss 429 presents me with some internal conflicts. First, this was basically built with a rich kid’s play money back in the 70s; second, at the risk of an internet mob hunting me down, the transporter built to move this famous “Team Polaris” drag car was far cooler than the car itself. All that said, it’s hard to deny the cool factory of a patriotic drag racer, and this Mustang comes with a well-documented history. Find the Mustang here on craigslist in New Hampshire with no price listed but a request for trades including a Challenger Hellcat or 1969 Cougar Eliminator R-Code.
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Yes, I realize my nitpicks are pretty juvenile in nature, but hopefully you’ll realize they’re served up with a heavy dose of sarcasm. Still, the story goes that the son of a wealthy business owner got the racing bug and enticed his friend to trundle down to the Ford dealership and buy a Mustang. It didn’t stop there: a custom race hauler was built, and then a top-shelf racing team was assembled, including the likes of corporate brass from Ford that headed up various drag racing programs. Jack Roush was a consultant on the engine build, for God’s sake. And the name of the team was lifted directly from the yacht belonging to the young owner’s father.
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Eventually, the team moved onto a new car, this time a 1971 fastback – the very car you see here. Extensive work was done to fortify the chassis by the best funny car builders of the era, and a highly over-built Boss 429 engine paired to a B&M C6 transmission was slotted under the hood. The patriotic design continued inside the cabin, and you have to give the team some serious style points – they had the looks down, including the awesome transporter pictured below. The Mustang took home some hardware over the years, but the team’s future literally came to a dead stop when the wealthy heir’s parents pulled the plug on future funding.

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The fact that the Mustang has survived so well is truly commendable to the owners that looked after it in the years following the disbanding of the team. The seller says all necessary paperwork and trophies come with the car, though sadly, I cannot find any references to what became of the transporter. Honestly, it would behoove the next owner to try and bring that combination back together, as historic transporters are almost as desirable as the car itself. While I doubt the Mustang will return to competitive use ever again, it sure would make a pretty centerpiece to any drag car collection.


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[h=1]Garage Find: 1987 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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Some people have asked why I drag vehicles out of the woods and proceed to nurse them back to health. There are a few reasons for this, but the biggest one is because I find it incredibly boring to just buy the best one I can find. Sure, it makes way more sense financially, but what kind of story is that to tell your grand kids? “Oh, I just went out and bought it” versus “I dragged it out of the muck and breathed new life into its rotting carcass.” I don’t know – one of those gives me goosebumps, the other doesn’t. Still, considering I want to rescue a Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe from my pal’s property in Georgia and this one just showed up here on craigslist about 45 minutes away from me for $5,999, I can sometimes question my own logic.
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Keep in mind, some of the cars I acquire aren’t destined for anything other than sitting around for a few more years until I get to them. That’s what any Thunderbird acquisition would consist of, especially since it can reside 800 miles away and out of my line of sight. Seeing one of them in cherry condition, however, makes me want to dive in and restore it immediately because my God, these are handsome machines. This one also has just 57,000 original miles on it, and comes with the preferred manual transmission. The seller claims it’s been sitting in a garage since 1999.
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So, the lack of use and low mileage means you get a pretty damn minty interior, and the driver’s bucket doesn’t suffer from the bolster separation that so many higher use cars tend to. The color combination is excellent, with the more subdued gray cloth versus the Bordeaux red some of these Thunderbirds came with. The seller notes that due to sitting, the gas tank should probably be cleaned before it gets used (ironically, I just sent off a junkyard tank for cleaning and re-sealing for my junkyard rescue Isuzu Trooper project) but it still starts up and runs on command.

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I love the slightly European undertones the Thunderbird and Mustang SVO had, what with its turbocharged four-cylinder that also did duty in the Merkur XR4Ti. Plus, the engine was actually a legit performer, dolling out some decent horsepower, at least enough to give 5.0L V8 shoppers some pause. These cars will undoubtedly come back into vogue as the resurgence of 80s classics continue to make appearances at big auction houses as part of the new “Youngtimer” class, and while the Thunderbird Turbo Coupe will never be worth six-figures, plenty of people will still get in line for a good one – and I imagine this garage find won’t be for sale long. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Peter B. for the find.


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[h=1]Hard Work Done: 1995 Ford Taurus SHO[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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We all have cars we wish we could own if money and space were no object. The Ford Taurus SHO has been on that list for years for me, despite the fact, there are plenty of them around and usually for relatively short money. Although I’d prefer a first generation model, clean second gens like this 1995 model listed here on craigslist are hard to resist as well, as they preserve the magic of that beautiful Yamaha-built six-cylinder mill. This one has had a boatload of important maintenance tackled and is listed with a reasonable $3,900 asking price.
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What really bums me out about reliving my fantasies around owning a SHO is how little Ford cares about building performance sedans. Really, no manufacturer has mounted anything resembling a firm commitment to continuing to build hot-rod four-doors in the interest of creating yet another unnecessary SUV or CUV to satisfy the demands of the tasteless masses. Look at that stance: slicer wheels, true dual exhausts, subtle aero enhancements – this is what style looks like. Bonus points for being red when most SHOs are found in white, silver, or hunter green.
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Of course, the engine is the star of the SHO (pun intended!) and those gorgeous intake runners are some of the best in the business (next to Alfa Romeo, of course). The problem with many SHOs is that owners stop loving them when they hit major mileage milestones at 60K and 100K, respectively, when some fairly big maintenance items come into focus. This is not one of those sellers, as he has tackled the big dollar fixes, including the spendy 100K service, which included addressing the valve lash, replacing the timing belt and idler, as well as the tension pullies. The list goes on; check out the ad for details.

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There’s only one real drawback to this SHO, and that’s the automatic transmission. While the manual is slightly harder to find, it’s not impossible, and I have a feeling the slushbox will hold a few people back. That being said, owning an SHO for not a ton of cash with clearly thousands more than the asking price spent on maintenance is awfully appealing, especially considering some of those manual cars haven’t experienced the same level of care. I haven’t looked into transmission swaps, but it may be worth it in this case. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Rocco B. for the find.


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[h=1]Needs Help: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1[/h]

Brentton Fuller
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If you are going to sell a car, the four photo quota is quite simply the easiest way to show the car. This 1970 Mustang Mach I has an asking price of $16,500. It is currently located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania. The title is said to be a rebuilt title. There are a lot of questions that might arise looking at this car and not a lot of answers to be had. Thank you, Tom L., for the tip. You can view more here on craigslist.

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Whether or not the four photos are worth anything can be evaluated by you and any other potential Mustang seeker. This car does not have an engine in it. I guess it is nice that they don’t claim it to be numbers matching? A rebuilt 351 engine and a rebuilt transmission, of unspecified character, are mentioned in the listing. However, it is not listed under the “comes with the following” section the seller has made.
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Inside, only a photo of the odometer and speedometer is available. The interior is said to be in good shape, it has no carpet, and the floorboards do have holes. Replacement panels, as well as your choice of 1 of 3 hoods, are available to you as well. Two used doors and one new door are also available. A rear clip, new front grille, and new hubcaps also will be sold with the car.
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With four photos and a list of vague information, it is hard to see what makes this car worth the asking price. The person listing says they are posting it online for their father, and will not entertain low ball offers and they will not trade it. For some reason, when I read something like that, I get the sense that the person does not actually want to sell the car. That seems to happen all too often in this hobby.


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[h=1]When Miles Don’t Matter: 1965 Mustang Coupe[/h]

Jeff Bennett
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The phrase “low miles” is like red meat to a car collector. The term conjures up visions of perfect cars with little wear because they were only driven to church and the market on Sunday. This time I think we have found a rather depressing version of low miles. This 1965 Ford Mustang coupe, for sale on eBay out of San Diego, California, is being touted as a low mileage vehicle in the ad. The 39,900 miles on the odometer may actually be legitimate. What is also legitimate is how poor storage has made this once pretty Mustang an example on what not to do with a collectible car. With just two days left to bid, this pony car has managed to collect four bids. Is the current high bid of $2,050 the high water mark? Is it worth even that?

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The seller tells us that this car was a one owner car. The car spent its whole life in San Diego as well. Looking at the VIN number, we can also tell that this Mustang was built in Ford’s San Jose factory. It was truly a California car through and through. The car comes with the original ID card to prove this fact, and it still has the original owner’s manual.
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Despite what you see in these pictures, the seller claims that the rust problems with this car aren’t as bad as they look. We are told that the unibody supports and the rocker panels are solid. Additionally, we are told that there is some surface rust and some holes in the rear quarter panels. Yes, you are seeing the same pictures I am.
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Inside, the situation is a little better. The dash pad, often warped in Mustangs of this era, looks fairly good. The rest of the dash may clean up as well, and the steering wheel and horn assembly isn’t that bad either. The carpet has obviously seen better days. The door panels and seat covers look to be somewhat compromised from moisture trapped in the car. Mustangs are notorious for cowl leaks. Of course, the holes around the back glass probably didn’t help very much.
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There isn’t a clear picture of the engine. We do know that this car was equipped with a 289 cubic inch V-8 and a three speed transmission. Once again, the VIN number helps us figure out that this was the low horsepower V-8. It used a two barrel carburetor to produce just 200 horsepower. Considering that many Mustangs were equipped with an inline six cylinder engine, the V-8 is a nice surprise. No information was given in the ad as to the engine’s condition.
With prices for well restored first generation Mustangs hovering just north of the $10,000 range, it is difficult to see this Mustang selling for much more than the current high bid. It is a low mileage car. Maybe. However, that low mileage claim doesn’t seem to be worth much in this situation.
Will this Mustang ever make it back on the road? What is a fair price for this pony car?



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[h=1]Just Needs Finishing: 1966 Ford Mustang GT Fastback 2+2[/h]

Adam Clarke
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The current owner of this 1966 Mustang GT Fastback 2+2 bought the car off the original owner. It had already been placed into primer when he bought it, and he has now decided to move the car on to someone who has the time to complete the restoration. It looks to be a solid and complete car that is located in Monroe Center, Illinois. The Mustang is listed for sale here on eBay, and with bidding now sitting at $25,000 the reserve has been met.
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Under that coat of primer are two things. The first is that it hides the Mustangs original Silver Blue Poly paint. The second thing that it hides is a Mustang that looks to be fairly solid. The usual rust traps of lower quarters, rockers, lower fenders, trunk floor, and shock towers all look to be perfect. There are no photos of the underside of the car, so we can’t be 100% sure about the state of the floors and torque boxes, but so far, it all looks quite promising. As an added bonus, the car also comes with a pretty significant collection of NOS parts that are still in their original boxes. This even includes a brand new set of fog lights, although the originals look pretty good to me.
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The overall condition of the interior is also quite good, and original. The steering wheel has a pretty sizeable crack in it, but the rest of the trim looks like it would pass muster. The fold-down rear seat is said to work perfectly, and the latches are said to be in good working order. Replace the wheel, and the interior should look really good.

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This is a full numbers-matching Mustang. Under the hood is the original A-Code 289ci V8 engine, backed by an automatic transmission. Hiding behind the front wheels are an original set of disc brakes, complete with the proper calipers. It’s pretty obvious that the engine has received a “rattle-can rebuild” at some point because there is some overspray visible in a few spots. Even allowing for this, the owner says that the 289 does run extremely well. The car even comes with the original warranty plate and manual.
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For the person who is on the hunt for a relatively straightforward Mustang restoration project, this one looks to be a pretty reasonable option. I’d personally love to get a look under the car because it does seem to hold a lot of promise. We’ve seen a few pretty decent Mustang project cars come across the desks here at Barn Finds in recent times, and this looks like it is another good one.


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[h=1]Parked in the 1980s: 1963½ Mercury Marauder[/h]

Adam Clarke
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This 1963½ Mercury Marauder can rightly be referred to as an original survivor. This is a car that not only still wears its original paint and interior trim, but what lurks under the hood is also original. After being parked in a barn since the 1980s, the owner has gotten it back up and running, and now wants it to go to a good home. It presents extremely well and would represent a great first car for someone contemplating entering the classic car scene. Located in Dover, Delaware, it is listed for sale here on eBay. Bidding is currently sitting at $15,100, but the reserve hasn’t been met.
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The Marauder wears a nice combination of Peacock Turquoise, with a Sultana White top. The paint looks to be really good, and it makes for a very attractive car. The overall impression is that the Marauder is not only a great looking vehicle, but that this original paint has survived remarkably well on a 56-year-old car. The other thing that is really obvious is the lack of rust in the vehicle. The floors look like they have the sort of light surface corrosion spots that you would expect on a car of this age, but there isn’t a spot of rust to be seen anywhere. The panels look straight and true, and the external trim and chrome are also in fantastic condition.
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If you look long enough and hard enough it is always possible to find fault with a car. This is even true of something new, and the most obvious fault with the Marauder is a seam separation and tear on the driver’s seat. These may be able to be repaired without having to replace the cover, so I would probably pursue that option first. It isn’t easy to see the carpet, as it is covered with mats, but the rest of the interior looks superb. The only non-original item on the car is the 8-track hanging under the dash. As a bit of a bonus, the owner is including a collection of 8-track cartridges with the car, so I hope that he has good taste in music.

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You pop the hood on the Marauder and come face to face with what is a numbers-matching car. The 300hp 390ci engine is backed by a 3-speed Cruise-O-Matic transmission, while the Marauder also gets power steering and power brakes. The car is said to run and drive really nicely, and the YouTube clip at the bottom of this article not only gives you a good walk-around of the car, but you get to hear the engine running. It really does sound nice and clean. Speaking of clean, it certainly is that under the hood. As well as being clean, it sounds like some work has been done under here to ensure that the car is strong and reliable. The car has received a new gas tank and lines, a new master cylinder and booster, a new battery, and the original carburetor have also been rebuilt.
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The owner of the Marauder says that he believes that it belongs in a museum or showroom, but I can’t agree with him on that. This isn’t because it isn’t any good, because it is a seriously nice car. To me, this car spent more than 30-years parked in a barn, so it’s done its time in solitary confinement. I think that after all of those years, it is only fitting that a beautiful car like this should now be driven and enjoyed.



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[h=1]One Owner: 1989 Ford Mustang ASC/McLaren[/h]

Adam Clarke
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The ASC/McLaren Mustang project started out with a flourish, but it eventually collapsed due to both the high purchase price of the vehicles, and a dispute between two of the parties involved in the development and production of the cars. The result was that during the 4-years of production, only 1,806 cars were built, with the majority being produced during 1988 (1,015 cars). Barn Finder Pat L spotted this one for us, so thank you so much for that Pat. This one owner Mustang is located in SOMA/South Beach, California, and is listed for sale here on Craigslist. The asking price for the Mustang is $9,995.
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The 1989 model year was not a banner one for the ASC/McLaren Mustang, with production being limited to just 247 cars. One of the greatest limitations on vehicle sales was the price, as these were not a cheap car. Of that 1989 production run, numbers were split across a number of different color combinations, with 6 cars being finished in silver with a black top, the same as this car. The Mustang looks to be in generally quite good condition, but it pays to have these professionally inspected to identify potential rust issues in the quarter panels and trunk, as these are areas that are prone to problems in this model. Having said that, the condition of this car looks good, with no obvious issues or problems. The silver paint has survived with a nice shine to it, which has been helped by the car receiving some recent clear coat restoration. The convertible top is also only around 2-years-old and still looks as good as new.
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The interior of the Mustang presents quite well, and if it wasn’t for the condition of the wheel, it would be hard to believe that this is a car with 173,000 miles under its belt. There really isn’t a lot to fault on the appearance and condition front, but there are a few things that will need to be attended to. The air conditioning doesn’t blow cold, and the heater core has been bypassed due to a leak in the core itself. This is a pain, as removing the heater core requires some pretty major dismantling of the dash, but this is something that I would make a priority. While it is dismantled, I would be having a look under the carpet to ensure that the leaking heater core hasn’t caused any rust issues to start.

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Powering the Mustang is the venerable 5.0-liter V8 engine, which is backed by a 4-speed automatic transmission. There are a few areas under the hood where the car is beginning to show its age a bit, but it still looks pretty reasonable. The owner appears to be pretty meticulous about the maintenance on the vehicle, and it sounds like it is in quite good health. This engine/transmission package is notoriously long-lived, so if it has been maintained, it should still have plenty of life left in it. The Mustang has recently received new catalytic converters, a new radiator core, a new starter, new battery, and new tires. Importantly, it has also just passed its smog test, so it’s good to go. One interesting item that the owner does provide is regarding a source of parts and components which are specific to this breed of Mustang. There is a company in Odessa, Florida, called Paradise Automotive. Apparently, the owner of that company is a former employee of ASC, and he bought the company’s spares inventory when new car sales ended. He, therefore, has a pretty decent collection of new parts for these cars.
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As I said in the beginning, one of the factors that hobbled the sale of the Mustang ASC/McLaren when new was the price. The owner of this car admits that when he bought the car new in 1989, it cost him $28,000. Allowing for inflation, that equates to a healthy $64,600 today. Now sit back and think about what you could buy today with that sort of money, and you begin to realize just how expensive these cars were. This car looks like a pretty good one, and the only thing that really impacts its value is the mileage. It is on the high side, but if the car has been well maintained, then it shouldn’t present any real problems. The low build numbers for the 1989 model year make this an interesting classic car to consider.


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[h=1]Marvin’s Sleeper: 1974 Mercury Comet[/h]

Jeff Bennett
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A lot of times we just ignore seventies cars. Those of us that grew up with these cars weren’t really impressed with their performance or their looks. As a teenager, I was quite a car snob. I drove a Chrysler Cordoba, but all I cared about was Corvettes, Porsches, and other real cars. A car like this 1974 Mercury Comet being sold on eBay out of Howell, New Jersey wouldn’t even register in my consciousness. That was until the day Marvin the parking lot attendant showed my pal and I what a sleeper was in a Ford Maverick similar to this car. While I am sure Marvin’s Maverick has gone off to the great wrecking yard in the sky, this Comet is about as close as you will get to it. With a current bid of $2,550, the chance to give some snotty teenagers a display in raw power might come at a bargain price!

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Things were kind of laid back in the early eighties. At my high school, most of the juniors and seniors were allowed to drive to school. Unlike today, nearly everyone had a car and brought it to school. I was no different. Over the three years that I was able to drive to school (I got to drive to school my sophomore year thanks to my mom annoying the dean to death.), I drove three vehicles: a 1980 Chrysler Cordoba, a 1974 Porsche 914, and a 1989 Ford Ranger. Kids leaving whenever they liked was obviously a big problem, but the school board had a solution: Marvin.
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Marvin was a white haired retired fellow that was supposed to stop any students from leaving the massive parking lot by blocking the single entrance with his faded green Maverick coupe. Of course, your curb hopping skills could gain you access to the outside world if Marvin wasn’t watching. Many times he wasn’t. The problem was that Marvin was there the whole time the school was open, and sitting in a Maverick in the Florida sun all day was boring. It made you thirsty as well.
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So, Marvin eventually combined his work time with his beer drinking hobby. Suddenly, the day went by a lot faster for the guy. Marvin’s attitude towards stopping you softened as the day wore on and the Pabst Blue Ribbon flowed. By noon, any excuse would get you out of the parking lot. Of course, we were fine with that. As for the administration, I never saw anyone in power ever go out to talk to Marvin. Come to think about it, I never saw Marvin come into the school to use the restroom. Given the amount of nepotism and cronyism present in the county school system at the time, my guess is that Marvin was “given” a job by a friend or relative and that was that.
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One day, my friend David and I were hanging out in the parking lot after school talking about, what else, cars. Most everybody had left. Except for Marvin. He saw us talking I guess, and decided to join the conversation. When he fired up the Maverick, I remember that the low, rumbling sound of the engine immediately caught our attention. We had never heard the thing running before, and its looks made having anything other than an anemic inline six a possibility that never crossed our minds. He swung around and pulled up next to us on the driver’s side.
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When he stopped, we looked inside and saw a big tach on the side of the steering column and a Hurst shifter that looked like it was pulled out of a drag car resting on the transmission hump. I don’t remember what he said. I do remember that he was rather drunk and slurring his words a bit. What he did next was epic. He told us to watch this, and then shoved the car in gear. The engine started screaming, Marvin dropped the clutch, and proceeded to do a burnout that would do John Force proud. He burned rubber for 100 yards, slid sideways out into the street and raced off to battle traffic. Dave and I just stared at eachother with our mouths hanging wide open for a minute, then started to laugh uncontrollably. It was awesome, and we never looked at Marvin or a junky car the same way again.
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The seller of this 1974 Mercury Comet, a badge engineered version of the Ford Maverick, may be a cousin or son of Marvin’s. On the outside, the brownish orange paint job and all the chrome trim don’t give you any clue as to what is under the hood. Neither does the bench seat with a tan vinyl seat cover. Only the custom wheels and dual exhaust give you any indication that this is not a normal car. When you look inside, the big tach and floor shifter give you a hint that something is not right. From there, you either learn about the true purpose of this car by looking under the hood at the 302 cubic inch engine covered with speed parts, or you get a lesson when it whips you in a stoplight showdown. The seller tells us that it runs and drives well, and that there is a stack of new parts installed on the car. I don’t doubt it.
I would imagine that this car has surprised many a Mustang or Camaro in New Jersey. Thinking about Marvin, I wonder how many people he whipped in street races. Maybe he never drove the car hard on the street. For some people, the important thing is knowing you have what it takes if the time to use it ever comes.
Anyone ever have a guy like Marvin drift through your life?


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Look at the width of that seat in the marauder.
No wonder many babies were conceived in cars back then.

 

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[h=1]390 Equipped 1967 Ford Mustang GT Fastback[/h]

Brentton Fuller
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Finding cars that are for sale can truly be an entertaining process. If you are interested in this 1967 Ford Mustang GT Fastback, and “know” what you are looking at, then this will be fun for you. No price is listed because the seller wants you to email them. The car is claimed to be original and numbers matching. Thank you, Ikey H., for the tip. You can decide for yourself about the car on Craigslist.

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The engine is listed as a numbers matching 390 cubic inch V8 and constructed for maximum performance and is connected to a manual transmission. A claimed brand new Flowmaster exhaust has been installed along with traction bars. However, it is hard to determine if this car is legal and can be used on the road because the listing says it was driven into storage 12 years ago and last licensed in 1970. Yet, later, it says as of last year it runs great and is very fast. That is perplexing.
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Inside, the interior looks to be in absolutely stunning condition. The listing raises some questions though, about what might be original or not, when it was in or not in the car. According to the listing the car has been stored for 40 years and put back together just last year. In the listing, there is information about having the original hood, so that piece currently is apparently, not original. So many questions.
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But wait, there is more. The photos you see are said to be of the car before it went into storage 12 years ago. There is indication that the seller will email you a video, or Facetime you, what the car looks like currently. To add to all of this, the listing says the car was originally Canary Yellow but the door jambs are red. Whatever you are about to get yourself into for the sake of trying to purchase this mysterious pony, ask yourself, is it worth it?


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