Barn Finds

1971 Camero.
[h=1]Garage Find: 1971 Chevrolet Camaro[/h]
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While it’s not a Z28, Rally Sport or other fancy model, this 1971 Chevrolet Camaro has some unique qualities of its own. To begin with, it only has a little rust, probably due to it having been in Arizona it’s entire life (except for the last month, the seller tells us). As a matter of fact, the Camaro has now migrated north to Milton, Wisconsin and is up for sale here on eBay, where early bidding has been very enthusiastic but the price is still quite reasonable as I write.

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This basic Camaro/Firebird F-body style appeared in 1970 and continued through 1981, albeit having grown some plastic additions along the way. Personally, I like this clean and original styling the best, with a particular favorite of mine being the clean rear with the tunnel tail lights. Easily identifiable as a Chevrolet, this has to be one of the most successful styling jobs ever. And this praise is coming from a long-time Mustang fan. This car in particular looks really nice, with the thin bumper accenting the styling nicely.

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According to the seller, the only corrosion issues on this 145,950 mile car are two golf ball sized rust bubbles, one just in front of each door. As the seller notes, it won’t take much to bring this body back to near-perfect condition. Based on the overspray on the trim in this picture, the car has been painted at least once previously, so to me there’s no qualms about a future repaint as the original paint surface is gone. Compare the rot on this car written up by Josh in January to see how near-pristine this body is.

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When I first saw the interior pictures I was thinking that it was in spectacular shape for 145,000 miles, but then I read the ad more closely and realized it’s all new. The black headliner still has to be installed, apparently to complete the color change from brown. I have to admit that I wish the color scheme had remained original, although the black inside will compliment the black vinyl top very nicely.

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In the engine compartment, we find the ubiquitous 350 small block Chevy V8. While it could stand to be cleaned up some and the unfortunate choice of aftermarket fluid reservoir really stands out, as a whole the under hood area isn’t too bad. I’d go back with original appearing spark plug wires and battery cables, but the operational R12 air conditioning negates a lot of underhood issues in my opinion. There are a lot of other new components, such as tires, shocks, a clutch fan and thermostat (make sure you investigate to see if any cooling issues still exist). I like this car a lot, and keeping it largely stock in appearance will actually make it stand out at most events you would attend. Can you find a place for this Camaro in your garage? How much do you think it’s worth?




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1956 Cadillac Series 62.
[h=1]Long Story: 1956 Cadillac Series 62[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1956-Cadillac-Series-62-630x354.jpg
My neighbor had 3 old Cadillacs and a Studebaker Speedster stored away. Now he has 2 old Cadillacs and the speedster, so 3 to go. Years ago, he used to drive them regularly, but he no longer drives. All have been owned by his family since new. This Cadillac was his parents’ car. I have been asking him for at least ten years to let me see his cars. I’ve even offered to wash them. He said several years ago he was tired of paying for storage and it was time to sell the cars. I’ve told him about Barn Finds and the consignment sales at the museum I volunteer at. Well he has finally decided to sale one. It’s listed here at the California Automobile Museum. The $19,500 asking is rather steep, but it is a nice old car. Perhaps it will go to Europe? The brakes were rebuilt to get it running and driving again.

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This Cadillac is completely original and complete. The dash pad is not cracked, but the steering wheel shows some cracks from age.
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The upholstery was redone years ago and looks beautiful. It is showing some signs of age on the door panels.
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The chrome is complete and looks pretty nice, but is showing a little tarnishing and pitting.
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The engine was rebuilt about 25 years ago, but the car has been mostly stored since. It starts easily and runs smooth.
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It was repainted years ago. The paint is showing some dull spots and a little surface rust. The price is a little steep, but it is a nice old car. Would you want to restore this or enjoy it as it is? I hope the new owner keeps it stock. Stay tuned, the other 2 Cadillacs and the Speedster will follow after this sells. What do you think of this old Caddy?


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[h=1]95% Original: 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T[/h]
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This 1967 Dodge Coronet R/T is in Greeley, Colorado and the seller says that it’s 95% original. It looks like a nice one but it’ll need a little help with some cosmetic issues. But, you fully expect to do that with any car that you buy, I hope? It’s listed on eBay with a current bid price of $11,600 and a Buy It Now price of $21,500; not out of the realm of possibility with how things have been cooking recently with muscle cars, and vintage/classic cars, in general.


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This fifth-generation Coronet R/T is in great condition; the seller says that this “car is still in original paint and there is only one small spot of rust under the drivers rocker in front of the rear wheel.” I know that most people prefer the sixth-generation Coronet bodystyle, but this is my favorite of the “modern” (post-1959) Coronets. This is an original Colorado car that has never seen road salt. After leaving Colorado it went to South Carolina for three decades and is now back in Colorado. Next stop: your garage! Even the trunk looks solid and almost totally rust-free.

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The interior photos aren’t the best; there aren’t any photos that show the seats at all, which seems odd but the seller says that they’ve been recovered and I’m guessing that’s why they aren’t shown. They also say that the door panels aren’t installed but they’re in decent shape. I’d plan on doing some work in here, a peeling dash isn’t ideal and I’d want the seats and door panels and everything else to be original spec. They say the previous owner painted the door jambs and some other areas metallic gold as the beginning of a repaint, but they did a pretty embarrassing job if it’s already peeling! Yeah, the interior will need a lot of work.

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You are so lucky that gas is just two-bucks a gallon again! This 440 Magnum has been rebuilt as was the automatic transmission. I’m starting to lower the “95%” original claim quite a bit now, but if the drivetrain has been done right that could be a good thing. They say that it runs and drives great. They also mention,“Buy it now gets free open shipping to the lower 48!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! freee shipping!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Freeeeeeee SHipppppppinnnng to the lower 48 states with buy it now only !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!” Sooooo yeah, free shipping, I guess.
This really does look like a great car, and if that drivetrain rebuild was done right this should be a nice car to tinker with while you drive it as is. Would you spend the money to totally restore this car or would you drive the wheels off of it as it is now?

Tags: American / Dodge / Projects / Survivors

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[h=1]Clean 2nd Gen: 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/s-l1600-26-2-e1461681529856-630x328.jpg
This survivor-grade 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28 here on eBay immediately caught my attention because I had a very similar Ertl plastic toy car growing up. The colors may have been slightly different, but it still wore the Z28 stripes loud and proud and sported a t-top roof. This car remains in exceptional condition in the seller’s garage, where it’s been stuck under a cover for many years. The mileage is low at 59,000 and bidding is already quite active, presently over $7,000 with six days left.
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One of my favorite features of this Camaro is how nice the interior remains. Blue leather is a personal weakness of mine, and it’s great to see a Z28 of this generation equipped with a you-row-it manual transmission. The only major deviations appear to be some tastefully-upgraded audio components, which look like they are cleanly integrated into the door panels. Though the original head unit and speakers aren’t included, almost everything else that’s been swapped out (and it’s very little) is: the OEM wheels, camshaft, carb and other bits.
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The car has been with the seller for the past 10 years, and his dad owned it five years prior. The engine has been rebuilt and tweaked a bit – modifications include a Voodoo cam and an upgraded intake and carb. Based on the seller’s notation that the radiator is not original, perhaps he upgraded to a heavy-duty unit. Overall, this Z28 appears to be a car that the owners had their fun with but never strayed too far from keeping it a preserved specimen. It strikes me as a car that’s lifted from the playbook of OEM-plus tuning for Z28s.
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The seller is a little less certain on whether the paint remains original. It at least appears consistent, and the striping does look factory-original. However, I would interpret the seller’s vagueness as a possible sign some areas have been repainted, as he seems highly informed on the rest of the car. Still, I don’t think this is any reason to turn up your nose to this specimen, which is one of the better second-generation Camaros I’ve seen in quite a while. The values for these cars seem to be all over the place – what do you think it will sell for?

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Muscle Cars / Survivors

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[h=1]Pick A Cat: Jaguar E-Types[/h]
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Jaguar XKEs are rapidly rising in value, or at least what people are willing to pay, to almost Porsche like levels. Here are 3 examples, yellow, red and blue of 3 XKEs in various states. The first Jag was listed on eBay in Reno, Nevada. It’s a one owner, 39,000 mile Jag stored since 1971. Bidding was over $70,000 with the reserve not met when the seller ended the auction. This is a very early and desirable XKE but it will take a lot to make it drivable. Don’t worry though, Jim S found several other E-types for you! Thanks to Jim for the tips on these three Jags. Perhaps Jim is shopping for a Jag? Have a look at two more interesting examples.


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This is the interior of the yellow 1962. It looks like the years have not been too unkind to it. Those toggle switches are unique to the early cars.

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Here’s the second find from Jim, a V8 conversion listed on eBay in Rockland, Massachusetts with a BIN of $21,500. This is a less desired 2+2 Jag that’s even less desirable because of the Ford V8 conversion.

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The Ford engine in this one is stuffed in their pretty tight. The conversion was done by a professional and runs, drives and stops well.

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This one is going to take some work on its nose, but perhaps it could be drivable then.

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Jim also found this 1968 is listed on eBay in Taneytown, Maryland. The bidding is over $14,000 with 4 days to go. It was in an accident in the early 1970s and the body guy who bought it for a project never got around to repairing it.

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This is the right side of the blue one. The damage doesn’t look very encouraging. That is a lot of rust!

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The interior is also very discouraging. You can see it has the later style rocker switches. Looking at these two pictures, its hard to imagine this one could be worth $14,000 and the bidding may well go up.
Given what these XKEs are getting bid up to, they must be worth a lot more than what Hagerty says. They say a nice S1 3.8 is worth $70,000 and a restored example is worth $115,000. The yellow car was bid up to $70,000 before the seller ended the auction and still needs a lot of work. The red 2+2 with the Ford V8 definitely isn’t as valuable or desirable, so perhaps it will be a more affordable option? That one might only take the hood repair, expensive but it is an XKE after all. The third option is the blue one. It’s hard to imagine there’s enough left to restore. It’s hard to imagine it’s worth $14,ooo and there are still 4 days left in the auction. Comments on this should be really interesting.

Tags: British / Jaguar

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[h=1]Can You Find A Better: 1966 Corvette[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1966-Corvette-630x355.jpg
This edition of CYFBO should be an interesting one! 1966 Corvettes aren’t particularly rare, but finding unrestored examples for reasonable money can be a bit challenging. This barn fresh example has some issues and the asking price seems a tad high to me at $38k, so let’s see if you guys can find a better one! Before you go on the hunt, take a closer look at this one here on eBay so you know what you need to beat, then report back here to post your finds. Oh and one request, I enjoy shifting through my own gears, so extra points to whoever can find a better one that is also manual! Good luck guys!

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Corvette

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[h=1]Dennis’s Find Of The Week: 1962 Jaguar XKE[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1962-Jaguar-E-Type-1-630x354.jpg
It seems like E-Type barn finds have been coming out of the woodwork, or would that be barnwork? That’s alright with me though because I absolutely love the looks of these cars! This one was just recently found by Dennis Collins after being in storage for the past 36 years! It has some issues, like a stuck engine, but it is complete and looks to be very solid. You can have a closer look at this beauty here on eBay in Wylie, Texas with a BIN of $79,800.

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So according to Dennis, this car was given a new paint job in 1980. It wasn’t the best job, but it was done in the original color. While it isn’t show quality now, it doesn’t look to bad, at least in photos. Whoever decided to repaint it also had the seats redone and somehow managed to loose the seat tracks in the process. Rather than find a new set, they just parked the car and left it as an unfinished project.
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Once the car was pulled out of storage, new seat tracks were found and the seats were put back in after being out of the car for nearly 40 years. The interior has some issues, some might call it patina, but could be used as is! The biggest issue I see is the engine, but you might be able to get it running without a full rebuild (Marvel Mystery Oil anyone?). Hopefully it can be made to run, as it is the original numbers matching engine.
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At $80k it isn’t cheap for a none running Jag, but this car is in pretty nice shape throughout and would likely clean up extremely well! Plus, Dennis told me that they are looking for offers and will take far less than the asking. So do you think the engine could be freed without tearing it apart or will a full rebuild be in order?

Tags: British / Jaguar / Projects

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[h=1]Sign Of The Cat: 1970 Mercury Cougar[/h]

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Thanks go to reader Michael K for sending us news of this intriguing 1970 Mercury Cougar for sale on craigslist in Birmingham, Alabama. The seller does not provide extensive or detailed information about the car, but just enough to attract our attention. There are not too many pictures either, though the seller sneakily has included a few pictures of nicer versions of 1970 Cougars picked up online, I guess to show what this car could look like with some major investment in it.


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This Cougar only shows 65,000 miles and is claimed to be an original condition barn find. It features the base level 351 Cleveland engine with a two barrel carburetor and an automatic transmission behind it. The white interior is said to be in great shape.

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The seller does list a pretty long list of new parts – exhaust, plugs, wires, distributor cap and button, carburetor rebuild, water pump, thermostat, valve cover gaskets, belts, battery, all of which will be appreciated by its new owner, though nothing is said about how the car actually runs, or if the brakes, exhaust, and cooling systems work properly or at all.

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On the downside, the seller does get around to mentioning that the car needs rust repair – floor pan and roof are mentioned. But it’s almost certain there will be more rust hidden within, as almost all Mustangs and Cougars from this era seem to have tin worm disease.

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Still, the $4,000 asking price is probably reasonable for this car.

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The first generation Cougar (1967-1970) was offered by Mercury as more of a luxury pony car than its sibling Mustang of this era. One of the old ads I found from 1970 headlines “Where wild meets elegant,” and that’s a pretty good representation of how Mercury positioned the Cougar in the marketplace. The 351 Cleveland and Windsor engines were both available as base level offerings. The really desirable model for this year was the performance oriented Eliminator, equipped with a 428 CJ engine.

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I always have liked the first generation Cougar better than similar era Mustangs, but I am in a minority. Mustangs are far more popular, thus Cougars are generally more affordable. The car offered here, even assuming it has more rust than the seller admits to and some additional mechanical work will make a really nice driver. Rust notwithstanding, the body looks pretty straight, and even though it is pretty much a base model, it has potential. With some work on the floors, and wherever else rust is found, and then given new paint, this car will look brand new again. If it were me, I’d modernize the suspension, add disk brakes, drop in a performance 302, and drive it as much as possible. Are there any Cougar fans out there among our readers who want this one?


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[h=1]Sequestered Since 1993: 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/m1-3-e1461860833558-630x421.jpg
I remember these so well when I was in high school! The Mustang pace cars with the TRX tires were the hot ticket back then, either in 2.3 turbo or 5.0 V8 form. This particular one has been off the road since 1993 after having covered 58,379 miles, is located in Prince George, Virginia and is up for sale here on eBay, where bidding is just over $2,000 but hasn’t met reserve as I write. Thanks to frequent finder Jim S. for this memory-evoking find!
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1979 was the year after Chevrolet was so successful promoting it’s Corvette Pace Car edition, so it didn’t surprise anyone when that year’s car was the sportiest Ford available at the time. Starting with the Mustang GT, a lot of cosmetic touches were added to make the pace car edition special. You certainly weren’t going to miss one coming with the red/orange/yellow graphics! This particular car has just been made to run, but isn’t safe to drive yet after its long storage period.
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Recaros! Genuine Recaros! Oh my, I remember how special it was at the time that you could buy a car from a dealer with Recaro seats already installed. Those magic seats that were advertised in the back of Road & Track and Car & Driver–I still remember the first time I sat in one and felt the bolsters to keep me in the seat while cornering. These look pretty good apart from one worn part visible in this picture on the upper driver’s bolster.
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Apart from the period radio “upgrade”, this looks pretty stock, albeit dirty. I think the seller could have presented a better case by cleaning the car better, but they have cleaned up the fuel tank (although it now leaks at the sending unit) and gotten the car running. However, there are no brakes yet. The seller is including a replacement master cylinder, so hopefully it won’t take too long to have the car roadworthy. Honestly, I’d feel better about it if the interior looked like it was kept up more, but I don’t see anything to stop you if you’re interested in having one of these Mustangs.
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The 2.3 liter turbo looks stock, but the amount of corrosion on the aluminum body of the alternator has me wondering how dry the storage environment was. There’s a few other signs that maintenance has been neglected as well–I don’t think I’d want to start it again without changing the timing belt, among other things. How about you–does this find push your hot blooded high school buttons?


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[h=1]16,015 Careful Miles: 1986 Camaro Z28[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/c1-6-630x354.jpg
Why would you own a car which, at the time it was new, was one of the most admired cars on the road, and only drive it 16,015 miles? I don’t know, but it’s going to be nice for whomever picks this one up! This well-preserved survivor is located in Shawnee, Kansas and is up for sale here on eBay, where bidding is well below $3,000 but the reserve hasn’t been met. Thanks to Jim S. for this cool survivor find!
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The 1986 Z28 was a shadow of it’s former self, with a 305 V8 moving the F-body along. However, it was attractive for the time and certainly looked the part with lots of scoops (non-functional) and blacked out areas. The ridiculous DOT headlight laws kept the front end from looking as it could have, but even though I’m a Mustang guy I can appreciate GM’s attempt to make the car look nice.
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I’m not sure whether the pictures in front of the storage unit are when the car was picked up or where it was stored after being picked up. Either way, the car certainly looks the part of a low-mileage car. The seller tells us the only thing non-original is the battery; that even the tires are original! With power steering, power brakes, T-tops, and a manual transmission the car is equipped quite nicely. I remember these as being smaller inside than I would expect given the exterior size of the car, but I suppose as a collector vehicle that doesn’t matter as much. I don’t think any of you are going to be stuffing family members in the back; I would hope you like them more than that!
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The inside looks quite nice, but I’m amazed the seller didn’t use a vacuum on the inside prior to taking pictures. They also haven’t shown much of the interior, none of the underside and none of the engine compartment. That’s a shame, because if these other parts look as nice as the exterior, they would be great selling points. Oh well. Are you interested anyway?

Tags: American / Camaro / Chevrolet / Survivor

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[h=1]Reader Find: 1968 Mercury Cyclone[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/Mercury-Cyclone-630x354.jpg
Now this is a Barn Finds‘ Exclusive! Reader David C found this Mercury Cyclone by chance while he was hunting for some parts! You won’t find this deal anywhere else. I’ll let David tell you more about this find in his own words. From David – I stumbled across this today when I was shopping for some other parts for my own project. It is a 1968 Mercury Cyclone, the only rust in the car is in the bottom right quarter panel (pictured below). He will sell this as a roller (no engine or trans.) for $3,000! Or he will sell it running with a 460 V8 and C-6 transmission installed for $8,500!

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A 9 Inch Ford rear end is also available and might be able to be worked into the deal. The interior is intact but the seats need recovering, the dash is cracked but the seller is including a replacement. The car has a dented LF fender but is pretty straight and I think it is a heck of a find! The prices quoted were what he gave me at the spur of the moment so may be negotiable. The car is located in Loganville, Georgia which is only about 10 miles from where I live outside Atlanta. If anyone is interested they can email me and I can put them in touch directly with the seller.
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I want to thank David for sharing this awesome deal with us! It’s going to need a fair amount of work, but sure would be great once completed. While it’s a bummer the original V8 isn’t included, that 460 is quite tempting and would make it one hot machine! If you are interested in saving this Mercury, be sure to email David and let us know if you get it.

Tags: American / Exclusives / Mercury

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[h=1]The Z Awakes: 1987 Nissan 300ZX[/h]
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By 1987, Nissan’s “Z Car” had grown in size from its original sporty four cylinder 240Z to the much bulkier, more grand touring like 300ZX. Find this Z here on craigslist in Fairfield, Connecticut


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The 300ZX superseded the earlier 280ZX, with improved aerodynamics and added power. The 300ZX offered a higher output V-6 engine to replace the previous model’s straight six. The internal model number for this generation of the Z cars was “Z31,” and it was a popular design in the US and elsewhere around the world with over 37,000 units manufactured in 1987 alone.

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Since Nissans of this era were prone to rust, especially in the Northeast, where I live, it’s unusual to find one in more or less pristine condition anymore (I have to admit that I find it really hard to believe it’s been almost 30 years since the car shown here was new.) The interior of this car looks beautiful too.

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The seller does not say whether he is the original owner of this car, but it only has 46,500 miles showing, and has clearly been well cared for during its lifetime. The seller provides a large number of photos to show off the fine condition of this car.

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This 300ZX has the desirable t-tops, a 5 speed transmission, air conditioning, power windows, mirrors and locks. It has the sport seats with three electric lumbar settings. The seller has installed new tires, and has had the car gone through by his mechanic.

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The seller claims his car is exceptional, with no squeaks or rattles, and I think this is a fair claim. It does have the time capsule look that is really hard to find in a thirty year old car.

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The seller is asking $8,200 for his Z car, and while I am sure some readers will disagree, I think this car is worth something close to that amount (I checked Hagerty, which shows $8,000 for a car in excellent condition, with prices on the increase). A buyer will want to check it over closely, but if this car is as good as it looks, it should sell fairly quickly.

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There just don’t seem to be that many rust-free, low mileage Z cars out there anymore, and this one really stands out. Even though white is not my favorite color at all, on this car, white looks pretty good. So what do you think, is this a car you might like to own?

Tags: Japanese / Nissan / Survivors

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Cool and Rare. [h=1]Sultan Approved: 1990 Lamborghini LM002[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/b4f43530ec_640-630x473.jpg
Get ready to have your face melt: this 10,000 original mile Lamborghini LM002 here on eBay is listed for $399,988 with the option to make a best offer. While I’m sure we just almost set the Guinness World Record for number of eyerolls performed simultaneously, I’m not necessarily surprised by this price. The LM002’s are exceedingly rare and Lamborghinis of this vintage seem to never lose their value. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Jim S. for the find.
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The LM002 was an exercise in excess while simultaneously answering a question no body asked. Well, maybe they did – given the “Rambo Lambo’s” popularity among wealthy princes and other royalty that wanted to dominate the desert, the LM002 provided the prestige, power and capabilities to navigate sand dunes with ease. The interior provided all the comforts you’d expect from this exclusive Italian brand, with unique engineering details like the Pirelli Scorpion tires developed solely for the unusual 4×4.
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Under the hood, the V12 in the engine bay was lifted directly from the Countach supercar. If that wasn’t enough power, you could also specify a worked V12 meant for a Lamborghini speedboat application. However, the 444 b.h.p. on tap would certainly be enough to be endlessly entertained by this outrageous truck from an automaker more known for designing cars that cheated the air around it and sat as close to the ground as possible. It is seven-year lifespan, only 328 were produced.
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Given the low production numbers and desirability of Lamborghinis made in the 80s and earlier, I’m not surprised the seller has listed this LM002 with such a high asking price. It likely won’t sell for that much, but it will certainly catch the eye of a collector who knows how rarely these come up for grabs, especially with such low mileage. This desert-runner Lamborghini is more often seen locked away in the collection of a Saudi prince, but now’s your opportunity to own one for yourself and cruise at triple-digit speeds on road or off. .

Tags: Italian / Lamborghini / Survivors / Trucks

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[h=1]Supposed Survivor: 1967 Porsche 912[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1967-Porsche-912-630x395.jpg
Porsches are hot right now. Especially unrestored ones. The seller of this particular 912 claims that they purchased it from the original owner and that it is a “true survivor”. That statement got me excited and warranted some additional investigation. The 912 may not be as desirable as the 911, but I’m sure any of us would would love to have one, especially in original condition. This car is found here on eBay where bidding ends later today. Let’s take a closer look though and see it it’s really as great as it sounds.

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The mileage is listed at 53k so the shiny paint and clean interior are believable. I always like to look a little closer at the paint before believing any survivor claims though. Door jams and engine compartments are good places to look for evidence of a respray. I’m okay with new paint on a driver or restoration, but if someone claims that their car is unrestored, it better have original paint!
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Things are a little crusty in the engine room, but that can be expected on a car that is nearly 50 years old. The big difference between the 911 and the 912 was a lack of a couple of cylinders. The 912 was an entry level model and obviously not as quick as its big brother. That doesn’t mean it was bad by any means. It had the good handling, the good looks, and the good name.
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Anyway, back to this particular car. I wanted to believe that this car was really a survivor, but it didn’t take long to discover that it wasn’t quite as original as presented. Perhaps the seller’s definition of “survivor” is a little different than mine, but the tape lines on the plate prove that this car has suffered a respray. That doesn’t mean it’s a bad car. The fuel tank has been replaced and the brakes serviced so it is drivable. Let’s just hope that all the bidders know exactly what they are getting here.


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[h=1]Local Legend: 1968 Ford Mustang[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/s-l1600-58-e1461965140851-630x445.jpg
Do you ever get the feeling looking at a car that it was once a terror on local streets? This 1968 Ford Mustang here on eBay is said to be a long-time North Carolina car, and it just strikes me as the type of vehicle that the constable would always be on the lookout for while the womenfolk would hope for a chance to catch the eyes of its daring driver. I could be completely in left field on this one, but at least this Mustang looks the part of a burly drag racer.
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Maybe it’s the hood scoop or Ford Drag Team license plate in the first photo. It’s certainly not this engine picture, which is poor quality and doesn’t tell us much. However, the seller claims he hooked the 289 V8 up to a jug of gas and it fired right up – so despite its 15 year slumber, the Mustang may have a shot at returning to the roads with ease. The seller calls it an original car but I don’t see the words “matching numbers” in the listing. If it’s a genuine 289 / manual car, that would be quite a nice project to take home.
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As you can see, the interior needs work. That driver’s seat has been exposed to sun, weather and lots of wear, and the passenger side is heading the same direction. Not much else is shown in the seller’s photos, but he does add that the floors will need replacing and it has rust in the usual trouble spots. However, while you’re getting the ratty seats with the deal, you’ll not be receiving the hood scoop, traction bars or super ET wheels – the seller is scooping those up for another project of his. Speaking of traction bars, that just might be a clue into this Mustang’s past as a drag strip veteran.
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The rust-stained paint is all the rage when it comes to showcasing a car in its preserved state, and it works well on this example. I’d actually love to see this ‘Stang return to the drag strip scene with this finish in place, while adding a new interior and making whatever other mechanical repairs need to be made. Given the clues to its possible history as a drag racer, I’m guessing the original motor is long gone, but it never hurts to ask. The seller has listed an opening bid of $2,800 with no action as of yet. Do you think that’s a fair starting price?

Tags: American / Ford / Muscle Cars / Projects

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[h=1]Can You Find A Better: 1962 Jaguar E-Type[/h]
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This E-Type looks to be pretty rough and with a $62,500 asking, it definitely isn’t cheap. So, let’s see if you guys can find a better one for this kind of money? This example can be seen here on eBay in Santa Ana, California. If it’s a flat floor model, it would be worth serious money. Any Jaguar experts out there that can chime in and let us know whether it is or not? If it is, it might be hard to find one for a better price, but I guess we will find out! Good luck everyone!


Tags: British / Jaguar / Projects

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[h=1]Barn Finds At Silverstone![/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1968-Aston-Martin-DBS-Barn-Find-630x355.jpg
I wish I could go to the Silverstone auction in Northamptonshire, UK coming up towards the end of the month and not just because I’d love to go see this history track, but to see the two incredible barn finds that are going to be crossing the auction block on May 20th! This Aston Martin DBS is one of the two barn finds that will be auctioned that day and it looks to be an amazing find. It has been in storage since 1986 and has just 30k miles on the clock. You can read more about it here at Silverstone Auctions. The other find is a Ford Sierra RS Cosworth and you can read more about that one below!


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Before we get to the Ford, let’s take a closer look at this Aston Martin. It isn’t everyday that someone finds an Aston parked in a barn, admittedly finding a DBS isn’t quite as special as finding an earlier model like a DB5. This is still an amazing find nonetheless and I know I would be extremely happy to have it! The auction house claims it is in solid shape and that is is mostly original, but they admit the condition of the mechanical systems is unknown. That could be a big problem, but if the car really only has 30k miles on it, it seems unlikely that anything is beyond repair.
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If the DBS isn’t quite your style, maybe this 1986 Ford Sierra RS Cosworth will catch you attention, as this is one Ford product that never touched our shores. These hot little cars gained international fame for their racing abilities. This example might just be the lowest mileage example out there, with just 6k miles on the dial! That’s pretty impressive for a car that was known to be an absolute blast to drive.
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The story goes that this car was delivered to a Ford dealership, that actually put it in storage. It was there for 3 years and then went to the second owner who liked to show it and put 6,003 miles on it before selling it to the current owner. Rather than drive it, the third owner parked it in their barn and that’s where it has stayed ever since! At this point, it likely needs a tune up and a good cleaning, but it looks to be in amazing shape. With so few of miles it should! So if you always dreamt of owning of these icons, but never had the chance, here is your opportunity to see what they felt like back in ’86.
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While I sure would love to see both of these find in person, I’ll just have to look at all the great photos and dream! If one of you happens to be attending the auction, we sure would love to hear about it. So which of these barn finds would you want to take home? Or would you want both? Special thanks to our friends over at BoldRide for this tip!

Tags: Aston Martin / British / Ford

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