Barn Finds

[h=1]T-Top Delete: 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/00G0G_axdtoGZLhAg_1200x900-e1467901154981-630x392.jpg
Up for grabs in Oregon is a true Canadian-market 1980 Chevy Camaro Z28, as found here on craigslist. The car is a largely complete example that sports a manual transmission and fixed roof, as it was ordered from the factory with the T-Tops deleted. It was also spec’d out with the A/C system deleted, giving this Camaro the feeling of a bare-bones example with the added rigidity of the solid roof construction. Feels like a race car in the making to me!

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Overall, the body of this Z28 looks straight and true. The color-matched wheels are consistent with the exterior paint job, and if the one-family ownership history holds water, this Camaro appears to have been loved. The seller says there’s no rust in any of the places you’d expect, but I don’t know if that guarantees rust won’t appear elsewhere. Front and rear, the original Z28 badges remain in place along with the various aero bits unique to the car. Although it is said to run and drive well, it hasn’t been run in about two years.
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The interior looks a bit funky, but I do love seeing the unusual KMH speedo on the dash. The seats need some work and the floors look downright rough, but it is refreshing to see the original steering wheel still in place and that row-it-yourself shifter sticking out of the console. However, it looks like it’s been dank inside that cabin, with plenty of evidence of mildew (and maybe worse) spread across the seats and wheel. Bring some Armor All and a face mask if your mold allergies are strong.
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I love this generation of Z28s, and this Canadian-market car looks like a deserving candidate for restoration. Of course, being that it came from up north, you’ll want to perform a thorough exam for any significant rust issues, along with the usual business of making sure the seller’s import paperwork is in order dating back to when it came the U.S. $8,000 isn’t an awful price, but I think the interior condition could be used as a bargaining chip to get the price down a bit lower. What would you offer?



Tags: American / Muscle Cars / Projects

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[h=1]13k Mile 1957 Chevrolet 150[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/1957-Chevrolet-150-630x268.jpg
It amazes me what unrestored Tri-Fives can go for these days. Chevy only built a few million of these cars over a 3 year period. A decent number of those cars have survived, but not many can claim to be untouched low mileage examples. This ’57 is a base model 150 with the inline 6 and a 3 speed, but it’s said to be original with just 13k miles. The seller doesn’t offer much evidence to back up that claim in their punctuation free ad, but it’s entirely possible that they are correct. Take a look at it here on eBay in Gering, Nebraska with a current bid of $17k and decide for yourself!


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The seller claims that this Chevy has been parked since ’72. They got it running and other than a leak in the heater box, it is said to run well.
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For a car with just 13k miles on it, this interior looks pretty well used. Some of the damage could just be the result of heat and rodents, but much of it looks like the kind of damage that comes from frequent use.
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So do you think this Chevy really only has 13k miles or is it more like 113k? I like the looks of this car, I love the color, but I worry about what kind of rust issues are hiding underneath. If the mileage really is this low and the rust isn’t bad, do you think it’s worth a premium or would you rather have a 210 or Bel Air with a few more miles for the same price?

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[h=1]Maybe It’s Time? 1971 Ford Mustang[/h]
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I think if this were an early model Mustang, the price would be a lot higher! We’re looking at a relatively clean, almost survivor-level 1971 Mustang that’s listed here on eBay with a buy it now of only $4,300 but even lower offers are being considered! The coupe is located in Effort, Pennsylvania but doesn’t seem to be wearing the typical rust of Northeast cars–or at least doesn’t after repairs? Maybe it’s time for these largest Mustangs to get some more respect?


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After looking over the pictures carefully, I can’t see any obvious signs of a repaint here, but that green sure looks shiny, doesn’t it? Yes, this is a plain version, with original small wheel covers rather than nicer wheels, the coupe rather than the fastback (although at least in this case it means you can see out the rear window!) and skinny whitewalls.

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There is some mild unintentional reshaping of the sheet metal in the left front fender and around the left tail light, but it’s nothing that couldn’t be sympathetically repaired to keep the majority of the paint intact.

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Just a little dent in what looks to be largely intact chrome that’s a little pitted, especially on the rear bumper. The seller apparently is in the business of wholesaling cars, but says this is one of their personal vehicles. It’s nice to see someone being honest about mileage; it’s showing 25,621 but the seller admits it’s flipped over once. I’m surprised to the see the New Jersey plates, especially on a car that doesn’t look rusty!

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Some closeups of the interior show splitting at seams, but as a whole things look pretty good. I’ve been trying to decide if there’s a crack in the dash or not, but can’t tell from these pictures. Even if there is, what I see isn’t too bad; the car must have been stored indoors. The seller does mention that the floors may have been replaced. I wish they had shown some pictures of the underside for us to see.

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This is a 302, but it does have that all important air conditioning (which of course “needs charging”). Apart from the orange spark plug wires, things look pretty stock under here. So we have a pretty decent classic Mustang coupe with factory air conditioning, a 302 V8 and what looks like a largely rust-free body. If I told you just that, you’d probably be thinking 1964-70 and a price in the five-figure range; instead this car is a little newer and less than half of that. Do you think it’s time that the 1971-73 ‘Big Stangs’ got their place in the sun? Maybe you want to drive this one home?

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[h=1]Is This 1968 Dodge Charger Worth Saving?[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/1968-Dodge-Charger.jpg
The Dodge Charger caught my eye, but the more I look at it, the more I question if it’s even worth saving. It’s been sitting outside most of it’s life and there appears to be serious corrosion on every panel. At least, the seller is realistic in their description when they mention that just about everything needs attention. The engine is gone, but it wasn’t that great to begin with (318). To top it all off, the title is missing. Even with all these issues, the car has garnered 40 bids here on eBay where the auction ends in a few hours!


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There might be some parts here worth saving, but is there enough here to justify the cost? I can’t help but wonder if TV could be the cause of some of the irrational thinking here. There are many programs that make restorations like this look like child’s play. Anyone who has attempted to rescue a car knows that there is a lot of time and expense that goes into a project like this. That doesn’t mean it shouldn’t be done, but I just hope that the bidders are being realistic here. What do you think?

Tags: American / Dodge / Mopars / Muscle Cars / Projects

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[h=1]Unrestored 1968 Camaro Z/28[/h]
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While I’ve always liked the Mustang just a little more than the Camaro, there is one version of Chevy’s Pony that I think I’d take over a Mustang and that’s a ’68 Z/28! I love the looks of the ’68 and the 302 V8 was a brilliant piece of machinery! I can see why there are so many Z/28 clones floating around out there, so you always want to be careful when buying one of these. The seller of this one claims it is highly original and that everything matches up for being the real deal. I have my concerns, but I will let you judge whether either claims is true for yourself. Take a closer look at this Camaro here on eBay in Minneapolis, Minnesota with a current bid of $11k.



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The Z/28 was a special machine when it was first introduced. To make the Camaro eligible to race in Trans Am, they had to build a new and smaller displacement engine to compete. Trans Am rules limited engine capacity to 305 cui and so the 302 was born. It’s a high rpm powerhouse that churned out considerably more power than stated by Chevy. The good people at GM decided to state that it only had 290 horsepower, but it actually put out something north of 360 hp. That’s some impressive for power for a V8 this size. What’s even more impressive is the 7,000 rpm redline!

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The 302 was mated to a close ratio Muncie 4 speed and a 12 bolt rear end. Keeping all that power somewhat under control required an upgraded suspension and brakes system, so those got worked over too. Chevy marketed the Z/28 as being race ready from the dealer, which it just about was.

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This car has a lot of issues, ranging from rust to a non-original rear end. As long as the engine, transmission and brakes are original, I’m sure plenty of collectors and speed freaks would be happy to have this project! I would want to check the numbers out closely on this car, as there are a lot of clones out there. So what do you think, is this Z/28 the real deal?

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[h=1]Amazing 1970 Chevelle SS 454 Survivor![/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/1970-Chevelle-SS454-630x355.jpg
This beautiful triple black Chevelle is not only a highly desirable SS 454 LS6 model, but it’s also claimed to be an unrestored survivor with only 33k miles on the odometer! This really could be the ultimate muscle car! It’s going to cost the next owner though, no doubt about that. It’s crossing the block sometime this weekend at the Mecum auction in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. Do you think muscle car values are going to keep climbing or is this bubble about ready to burst again?


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The only way this car could be better would be if it had a rock crusher 4-speed. Oh, who am I fooling! There’s so much power on tap that most of us would be better off with the automatic anyway. The LS6 option added a beefier bottom end to the engine and a whole lot more power over the LS5 454.
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Here’s the heart of this beast! This fire breathing 454 V8 monster could put out 450 horsepower and 500 foot pounds of torque back in the day. That means it could run with the mighty Hemi and was known to lay down low-13 second quarter miles!
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The chart above shows how the muscle car market has fluctuated over the past decade. At least according to Hagerty’s index. You can see where the bubble broke, but it looks like we may have already surpassed pre-2008 prices. Have things topped out or are muscle cars going to continue to follow the upward trend enjoyed by other collector cars?
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This one probably won’t be making any passes at the local drag strip anytime soon, but this thing is an amazing example of what muscle cars once were. That door edge trim has gotta go, but other than that, it’s absolutely perfect. We will be watching this one to see where the muscle car and survivor markets are headed. My guess – straight on up!

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[h=1]Big Block Dream: 1967 Corvette Coupe 427[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/07/67-vette-1-e1469050682294.jpg
A big block powered Corvette is something that many of us dream about! This 1967 example has a 3×2 427 with a 4 speed transmission. It has clearly been restored, but it is a low mileage car having crossed less than 37,000 miles. For many, this is a dream come true. It is being offered at $140,000 or trade for another Corvette, or a condo in Panama Beach City. Find it here on craigslist out of Cedartown, Georgia.


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We can only imagine the wonderful sounds this 427 must produce through the 3, 2 barrel carbs and the factory side pipes. It might not make the car faster, but the air conditioning would make it much nicer to drive in hot weather. What will make it go faster is the factory “off road exhaust system”! Being nicely optioned really adds to the appeal of this car. Who wouldn’t want air conditioning and factory side pipes? The seller claims this to be a numbers matching low mileage car.
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The cockpit of this Corvette is fantastic. The symmetrical layout of the dash, the nicely oriented gauges, and the ever so nice steering wheel. The 4 speed shift lever is what makes the interior of this Vette, letting you know you are in for an inordinate amount of fun. This interior looks clean and the fit and finish of the carpet, and upholstery look spot on.
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Look at that paint. Smooth, with a fantastic luster. The exterior of this corvette is wonderful. Many may not be a fan of the Goodwood Green, but we love it. It’s a really interesting color that varies on the quality of light that shines upon it. The chrome and the ever so pleasing side pipes look great giving just enough contrast between the bright bits and the darker color. In 1967 only 8,504 coupes were produced. When you start narrowing down the options of this 427 Vette you start to realize how rare of a car this really is. The seller has mentioned that it has lived indoors since 1972, and that it is 1 of 200 427 400 horsepower cars built for 1967.
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What we wouldn’t do to have such a car. This Corvette has so many factors that make it desirable. Being a 427 4 speed means it will be a thrill to drive. We only wish we could experience it! We even like the Goodwood green. What would be your dream Corvette? What color and options would you pick if you could buy the Corvette of your dreams?

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BIG BLOCK ! [h=1]Restovivor: 1966 Impala Super Sport Big Block[/h]
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This gorgeous 1966 Chevrolet Impala Super Sport has been the benefit of a single repaint, but wow, it sure does look spectacular! It’s listed here on eBay and is for sale in Rochester, New York. Bidding is hot and heavy at the moment but is still below $5,000, and there’s no reserve!


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One of the things that makes this particular car special is that it’s equipped with the 396 big-block V8 engine rather than the usual smal block 327. The seller tells us that there are no dings, no bondo and that the car came out of California, so the Northeast salt has not ravaged the car. There’s a good video of the car here.

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The seller calls it a #2 car. I’m not sure about that, but it is very nice. Apart from the paint, radio, hubcaps and carburetor the car is pretty original. And it does come with the original SS wheel covers. There’s even one set of the original keys!

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The seller says that everything inside works except the original clock. Can you believe this interior has 93,300 miles on it? Someone must have really loved this car! It shows all over.

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Here’s the 396 V8 engine. It sure sounds great in the video! Originally this was an air conditioned car, but the under hood components were removed years ago. My inclination would be to replace the compressor with a more modern one and make the air conditioning functional again. I like the lightly used look under the hood–I don’t think I’d change anything. The carburetor was replaced with a Holley (the original comes with it), the radiator has recently been re-cored and a complete brake job was finished. That burble is staying with me long after the video is finished–it’s got a new custom exhaust and I like the sound! This seems like a true “turn key” classic car that would need nothing right away–I’d love to have it burbling in my driveway right now! How about you?

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Survivor

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[h=1]High Output Fun: 1968 Pontiac GTO[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1968-Pontiac-GTO-HO-Survivor.jpg
In 1967, if you were ordering a new GTO, but felt like the 350 horses offered by the base 400 just wasn’t enough power you could option it with the HO engine. The High Output option brought horsepower up to 360 and torque up to a ground stomping 455 pounds! Whoever optioned this one felt the extra power was worth the extra money, so they check the HO and automatic boxes. While I’m not as thrilled by the automatic, this thing would still be a blast to drive! It needs work, but it’s an original black plate GTO. If you’d like to experience the 400 HO, you can find this Poncho here on eBay in Lakeport, California with a current bid of $6,100.


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[h=1]49k Mile 1969 Corvette Survivor[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1969-Corvette-Coupe-630x354.jpg
I’m not a Corvette expert, nor have I ever claimed to be, but looking at this ’69 I’m not sure if it really is an all original survivor. It looks to be in amazing shape and the seller claims it runs and drives great. Looking it over, it looks nice enough to only have 49k miles, but that paint just looks off to me. It looks like a respray with some orange peel. It could just be the photography, as I doubt it would have looked that way from the factory. I will let the Corvette experts out there weigh in on that though. Even if it isn’t really a low mileage survivor, this looks like a very nice Corvette and would be a great weekend driver, especially with the 380 horse 350 and 4 speed! If you’d like to take a closer look at it for yourself, you can find it here on eBay in Matthews, North Carolina with a current bid of $22,000!


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[h=1]Grocery Getter: 1967 Mustang Shelby GT350[/h]
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When I checked this listing last night, there was no action for the starting bid of $20K – and I thought it was fitting, given the non-numbers matching engine and swapped automatic transmission. However, in just a short period of time, bidding has jumped to over $30K here on eBay, demonstrating that a genuine Shelby will attract a crowd regardless of what’s happening under the hood. Read on to find out the unusual details about this 1967 GT350.


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The seller claims to have known about the car for several years, pursuing it until acquiring it in 1995 after discovering it in 1980. As you can see, it’s quite rough and the seller doesn’t try to hide that past bodywork ills will need to be corrected. The original nosepiece is gone (a reproduction will be included) and the passenger fender has also been replaced. The biggest issue is that the correct 289 motor was replaced with an engine from a Granada and an automatic transmission (!) so a previous owner’s wife would be comfortable driving it.

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Isn’t it jarring to think about how often today’s significant cars were at one time throwaway items that weren’t immune from being hacked up and put out to pasture? In the case of this Shelby, a previous owner didn’t even see the point to selling it and buying his spouse a new car, but instead felt it made more sense to pull the drivetrain and make it into a grocery-getter! Fortunately, some of the original features are still included, such as the Shelby steering wheel, and the seller has boxed up the interior for safe keeping. No word on condition, however.

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In the original picture, the tail lights are still attached; hopefully, they have simply been removed and stored for future re-installation. The seller claims this is a major restoration project he will never get to and that the car will need plenty of time with the bodyshop and an experienced metal worker. As we know, genuine Shelbys are desirable in almost any form, so this one will be restored, albeit without a numbers matching drivetrain. But for the love of God, get that engine and transmission out of there ASAP! What do you think it’s worth? How would you restore it?

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[h=1]340 Horse Splitty: 1963 Corvette Coupe[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1963-Corvette-Coupe-630x380.jpg
Honestly, who wouldn’t want to have this Corvette Split Window? These things are beautiful and worth serious bucks, but this one has a few issues that may keep it from hitting six figure numbers. It’s a 340 horse 4 speed car, sounds like fun, but the current engine isn’t the original. It is however a factory warranty replacement and was installed in ’67 by a dealer. The seller is asking $75k, which doesn’t seem to bad for a running driving split window. Take a look at it here on eBay in Erie, Pennsylvania and let me know what you think!


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The seller claims the paint looks amazing, they even go so far as to call it a 9 our of 10. It does look good, but I see some overspray. Why can’t people ever properly mask cars when they paint them, especially something like a split window Corvette? At least the seller doesn’t try to claim it’s original paint!
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The seller does claim the underside is in great shape and it looks to be original. I see some surface rust, but nothing serious. The bottom of the engine and transmission look great, I don’t see any signs of leaks or damage.
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Speaking of the engine, here it is! It looks to be in good shape and the seller provides all the numbers, so you can do your own research.
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Take a look at this interior. It looks fantastic, but the seller admits the carpets have been replaced. They don’t look too bad and are definitely better than faded and damaged carpets.
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This might not be an all original Corvette, but how often do you come across split window coupes? As long as it is in good shape, I would love to have it. It sure would be fun to hit the road in it. Just imagine the noise that 327 makes and how much fun it would be to row through the gears! Oh and are those the rare knock off wheels?

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Corvette

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[h=1]Rainbow Special: 1968 Ford Mustang[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1968-Ford-Mustang-630x355.jpg
The seller of this Mustang believes that it may be one of the cars built for Ford’s Rainbow of Color promotion. Special option packages and crazy colors were tested out in ’68 as the sales department attempted to drum up some extra sales. I’m not sure if the marketing campaign worked, but it did leave us with some interesting hues. Orange, yellow, brown, and even pink Mustangs were found on dealer lots throughout the West. This particular car doesn’t have the best drivetrain, but the unique exterior color might make it worth restoring. Take a look here on eBay and let us know what you think.


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Everyone wants a V8 and 4-speed in their pony car and who can blame them? The inline-six found in this car did provide decent power though and the 3-speed was much improved over the early car’s transmission. Still, when you own one of these, you always wonder what it could have been like. I supposed that could always be remedied, but it would require some suspension and brake upgrades if you’re going to do it right. There’s a hint of what the original color may have been on the firewall…
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Get a load of those floors – this car was originally paint bright Playboy Pink! That may not have been my first color choice, but there’s no denying that it would be eye catching after refinishing the exterior. Personally, I think it would be pretty cool with pink paint, black interior, and an upgraded powerplant. You’d better be comfortable with your masculinity though. Perhaps you could even justify the purchase by pretending that it’s for your daughter or wife?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang / Projects

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[h=1]High Output 400: 1968 Pontiac GTO[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1968-Pontiac-GTO.jpg
This blackplate GTO has been parked for the past 15 years and needs a full restoration, but the seller claims that it has the HO (High Output) engine. All GTOs came with a 400 cubic inch engine, but the HO option added a better breathing exhaust and more aggressive cam. There were five different engines available in ’68 and this one slotted right in the middle, so it may not be as desirable or valuable as a Ram Air car, but it could still be a respectable runner. It’s located in Lakeport, California and is listed here on eBay where bidding ends tomorrow morning.


Tags: American. Projects / GTO / Pontiac

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Aug 8, 2016 / By David / 6 Comments
[h=1]LS3 Swap: 1958 Chevrolet Nomad[/h]
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The 1958 model year was a year of big changes in the auto industry. Car makers doubled two to four. Cars got four headlights, the Thunderbird get 4 seats and the Nomad got 4 doors. This Nomad is an unfinished project listed here on craigslist in Sacramento, California. The seller thinks it’s worth $15,000 and there may be someone willing to pay that much. It has an LS3 engine and a six speed automatic. The interior was redone at some time and there’s a carpet kit ready to install. There is even a 4 wheel disk brake kit included. The body is in good shape with no rust. Few pictures are provided and the photography is very selective.



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The dash looks original and complete except perhaps for the radio knobs.

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This is the only view of the upholstery provided. It looks plain but in good shape. The door card is missing. Does the blue paint indicate a respray?

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This closeup view of the LS3 shows very little. The big unknown here is how well the engine and trans were installed and the quality of any other work that was done. It looks like the engine might just be set in place. The headers don’t seem to be installed.

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The back bumper will need some work, but it looks like the trim is mostly complete. It will take a close inspection to see what it will take to complete this project. Perhaps this fellow bought this project believing it was, as he claims, an “Amazing easy finish project”. It’s not likely this Nomad is worth anywhere near the asking price. What do you think it might be worth? Besides walking away, what would you do with this project?

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[h=1]Find A Drive Train: 1970 Boss 302 At No Reserve[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/m2-630x420.jpg
Yes, it really is a Boss 302 (as verified by the Marti report). And the auction really did start at $50 with no reserve here on eBay. It’s located in Gaylord, Michigan, and needs a lot of help. But it doesn’t need quite as much as you might think!

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The story goes that the seller did not intend to ever sell this car, but plans changed. Being a Boss fan myself, I can believe that, but if that’s the case why show pictures of it on your trailer? Oh, we’re also told that the rear wheels that are pictured don’t go with the car. I can’t say that bothers me at all, apart from the need to get the car on the trailer once you purchase it.
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The blue fender and red hood are obviously from other cars; the seller says they never got the original hood, and the blue fender is supposed to be in excellent condition. Other strong points about the car include the aforementioned Marti report detailing a lot of original options, including power steering, the Decor group, and Magnum 500 wheels.
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Problem! The original engine and transmission are long gone (why does this happen to so many 1969-70 Boss 302’s?) Obviously you won’t get a numbers matching engine, and a genuine article isn’t going to be inexpensive. However, $50? (ok, bidding is up to over $500 already since I began this post.) Here’s the amazing (to me) part, the shock towers are in great shape, along with the rocker panels (!) and even the torque boxes aren’t too bad.
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Here’s the deal. Yes, the car needs a lot, including floors. But if it stays relatively reasonable, it won’t be that much more expensive than putting a clone together. Now, it starts to look more interesting, doesn’t it? Let’s watch and see where this one goes. What do you think it will sell for?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang / Project

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[h=1]Is It A Classic Yet: 1979 Ford Mustang[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/79-ford-mustang-1-e1470342832159.jpg
Can we finally call the Fox body Mustang a classic? We know they have certainly reached cult classic status, but have they reached classic car status? We think they are slowly on the rise in the classic car scene. This first year example is a nice, well optioned car. The paint and body work look excellent, and it features the desirable V8 stick shift combination we all want in a Fox. This well maintained Mustang is listed for $4,500. Find it here on craigslist out of Detroit, Michigan.


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The heart of the beast(or should we say the fox?), is the ever so well-known Ford 302. This being a first year car there were a slew of engine options, but most were lack luster to say the least. The best option you had available as far as performance goes would have been the carbureted 2.3 turbo engine, or the 302. The 302 only adds to the cool factor of this car, and its desirability. The engine and the bay look unmolested and fairly clean for a 37 year old car. We certainly think it would clean up nicely with a fine and patient detail job. In this day in age it is rare to find an unmodified Fox Body Mustang, being it is the race chassis of choice by many.
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The exterior presents well and has a very clean and straight appearance. This is an inspiring Fox to say the least. It is located in Detroit, the home of Ford, it’s been garaged all of its life and is only driven on dry days. The owner is an adult that has really taken very good care of the car, and he picked wisely when he purchased this car. We love the rear window louvers, a very excellent period item.
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Anyone that has spent any time in a mid-1970s to early-1980s Ford knows that the interiors can be fragile. The dash board in this Fox is phenomenal. The carpet looks clean, rich, and plush, with no imperfections. Really the interior looks mint aside for some splitting of the vinyl on the driver’s seat. The door panels, look perfect. This is easily the nicest surviving early Fox interior. A newer head unit has been added to the car, but we are positive that the seller either has the original, or that an original could be sourced without much trouble.
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So can we just say it? The Fox Body Mustang is a classic!? This First year Fox looks like an excellent opportunity on many different levels. It’s a clean, original, unmodified, first year, well optioned, V8, and stick shift car. It doesn’t get much better than this. Would you pick up this soon to be classic Mustang? And what would you do with it if you did?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang / Suvivors

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[h=1]Leader Auto Modifed Trans Am With <10K Miles![/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/a1-630x420.jpg
The original owner had some huge plans for this Trans Am, but for some reason didn’t drive the car much once those plans were implemented. It’s only got 9,710 original miles and is located in Maumelle, Arkansas. The car is being sold here on eBay, where bidding is low but has yet to meet the reserve.

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Yes, this really is the original paint and decals! I wish the photography was a little better so that we could show you more, but even with the limited pictures, the finish quality shows through.
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The car is shown next to a later red Trans Am next to it in the garage, so it’s obvious the car has been owned by an enthusiast. Here’s what happened according to the seller: “The original owner had special ordered this special WS6 package car and had it…sent to Troy, MI. All this was done with the full intent of having the original engine removed and having Leader Automotive build a custom built Pontiac engine…The outside maintained its original appearance but a monster custom engine underneath, designed and built by George DeLorean, brother of John DeLorean of Pontiac Motors. George Delorean is the renowned, legendary engine builder that owned Leader Automotive. (He) pulled the Pontiac 400 and replaced it with a custom built 428 block with 455 HO heads (stamped 7F6) and a Holley Street Dominator manifold, Holley carburetor, Round Port Hooker Headers (Super Comp) with 2″ primary, 3.5 collection were installed with a free flow exhaust system. The original TH350 transmission was pulled and a TH400, with a shift kit, was installed, as well as a 3000 RPM stall converter and an additional external oil cooler. The rear end was changed from a 3.23 positraction to a 4.10 gears set.”
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When the seller got the car, it hadn’t been driven in a while and had a lot of leaks, so the engine was pulled, resealed and repainted. Unfortunately we only have this picture of the engine in process rather than the completed underhood area to look at. A new exhaust was also fitted along with headers to replace a damaged original. Of course, new tires were needed as well.
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Thankfully, the interior was taken care of appropriately and looks terrific. So–this great looking Trans Am is neither stock nor a survivor, but it is a low mileage, nicely modified car with beautiful original paint and interior! Would you rather have this one, or a stock equipped car in comparable condition?

Tags: American / Pontiac / Survivor

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[h=1]Honestly Rough: 1969 Camaro Z/28[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/1969-Camaro-Z28-630x354.jpg
It’s always a bit scary buying a rusty project online, you just never know what your going to get. At least the seller of this Z/28 RS is honest and upfront about the condition. It doesn’t make this thing any less rusty, but you know exactly what your getting, a massive project. The seller bought it a few years ago off of eBay and got burned by the previous owner, who wasn’t honest about its condition, so they want to be as honest about it as possible. Besides just being super rusty, it’s missing its engine, transmission, radiator and hood so just about everything that makes it a Z/28. The seller has a date correct block, but that’s about it. If you aren’t scared of taking on this project, you can find it here on eBay in New Paris, Ohio with a current bid of $6,400.


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We’ve seen quite a few Z/28 projects and it always amazes how much people are willing to pay for them! They really are great machines, but I can’t imagine how disappointing it must have been for this seller when it arrived and they saw what their $10k had bought them. Let’s just hope the next owner realizes the magnitude of this project and is excited about taking it on, that way it actually gets restored!
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This is going to be one serious project. Between the rust and missing parts, your going to have your work cut out for you. The new block is nice, but the seller admits it isn’t a DZ code so you’ll still need to hunt down a very expensive DZ 302 if you want it to be correct. I would be alright with just building the included block up, but I’m cheap! I feel for this seller, but I’m sure glad he’s honest about the car. I just wish more seller’s would be this honest about their cars! So do you think this one is worth restoring, or is it just too far gone?

Tags: American / Camaro / Chevrolet / Projects

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[h=1]Cheap Turbo Pair: Mustang SVO Projects[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/fjfk-e1470431247812-630x420.jpg
Good things don’t always come in twos, but I can’t see the harm in trying to snag a pair of Mustang SVO projects like this one here on eBay with a Buy-It-Now of $6,000. Though they are far from perfect, finding two SVO’s that retain their original engines and haven’t been modified seems like an intriguing project to me. The pair is located in Nebraska and the reserve remains unmet.

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The red car has suffered a front end impact, and the seller says it will likely need to spend some time with the frame machine. Both cars are said to have little to no rust, but you’ll want more detail on the extent of any corrosion before taking on a car with frame damage. The red one may be better used as a parts car at this point, but it’d be a shame to hack apart a rust-free example if it can be salvaged. Unfortunately, there are too many of these still on the road to risk driving one with a tweaked frame, in my opinion.
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The white one is heavily weathered, as you can see from the yellowed headlights and chalky paint. However, it has fared slightly better body-wise, with a punch to the rear quarter its greatest cosmetic flaw. However, the transmission has been removed from this SVO and will need to be reinstalled, but no explanation is offered as to why it was out of the car. This SVO has 104,000 miles on it; the red one has 80K. If it were my money, I’d get this one repaired and simply use the red one as a parts car, especially with the lower mileage components.
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This is the interior from the red SVO, which offers further evidence for its potential as a parts donor – that interior still looks quite good, although the SVO steering wheel suffers from the typical puckering of the surface material. Now, when I say it looks OK, I’m mainly talking about the untorn seats – the dash looks pretty beat, or maybe it just needs a cleaning. Either way, both cars are a long way from being presentable drivers, but for a modest investment, you could have a decent runner and still have some parts to flip to recoup some money. Do you agree or are my math skills suspect?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang / Projects

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