Barn Finds

[h=1]Real Or Clone? 1970 AMC Javelin SST Mark Donohue[/h]
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If you’re an AMC fan, you’ve heard of these cars and you’ve probably wanted one for a few decades; here’s your chance. This is a 1970 AMC Javelin SST Mark Donohue edition and it’s on eBay with a current bid price of $5,450 with six days left on the auction. This will be one to watch. It’s located in Brockport, New York so you can figure out the shipping when you win this auction and become the envy of your friends.



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Mark Donohue, a driver for the Penske team who also held an engineering degree, came to AMC from Chevrolet along with Penske Racing and their combined efforts were legendary on the race track. AMC added a Mark Donohue package to the already hot SST model, which added $1,100 to the price and added some oomph and the famous Donohue spoiler. This great looking example in Matador Red was in storage from 1992 until recently and it looks like it’s in great shape. The seller says that it has some rust, but I don’t see too much of it from the photos. It looks solid, being in storage for the last 24 years sure helped preserve it more than most. The hard part about these cars is that they’re almost impossible to authenticate whether they’re truly a factory-produced Mark Donohue edition or a fake. The seller says that they don’t have any paperwork confirming that it’s a real one, but they say that a former owner confirmed that it was real when he bought it in 1971 as a used car. If that doesn’t give you something to think about as your head hits the pillow tonight, I don’t know what will.

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The seller says that this car is “loaded with options including the top 390 engine, automatic transmission, twin-grip rear, 140mph speedo / 8k rpm tachometer, air conditioning, tinted glass, power steering and disc brakes, radio, etc.” The Mark Donohue edition SST Javelin had a base engine of a 360 V8, no six-cylinder was available as it was with the regular Javelin. AMC is probably my favorite American car company, maybe because they thought outside the box more than the other companies did. They really had some fantastic, or maybe fantastical, cars: the Hornet Gucci Sportabout, the Levi’s Gremlin edition, the Rebel Mariner. And, the Javelin line had a couple of them all by itself, with the Mark Donohue edition and the Pierre Cardin edition. Here’s a photo of Mark Donohue and AMC President William Luneberg standing in front of a rare 1970 Javelin Trans-Am edition.

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This car has the optional automatic, which from what I’ve read is the best choice for this engine / suspension package. The manual can be a bit notchy, or not too user-friendly in every day driving, which obviously these cars were mainly used for. I’m guessing that not too many buyers paid for the Mark Donohue package Javelin and used it for track duty, but I’m sure that a few of them made their way onto race tracks. This interior will need some work, as you can see. The seats are a bit cracked as is the dash, although that may be able to be realigned, possibly? The rear seat looks great, that should be able to be cleaned up.

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This would most likely, normally, be the optional 390 V8 which was the only engine option above the base 360 V8 for the Mark Donohue edition. AMC built 2,501 of this edition but I’m not sure how many came with the 390. I’m sure that it’s the engine to have in this model. It has 325 hp of goodness. Although, the seller says that “the biggest bummer is that the original 390 engine was replaced circa the 80’s with a 290 which appears to be seized today.” Ouch. Double ouch! That will obviously hurt the value and it may keep this one from winning best of show, unless you can source a correct 390. But, stranger things have happened. For such a rare and desirable car to have it’s original engine missing, when the engine is most of the mystique and possibly most of the value, is depressing. But, other than that, what do you think of this car? Have any of you owned a special edition AMC Javelin?

Tags: AMC / American / Projects / Race Cars / Survivors

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[h=1]$4,500 Kansas Car: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/091316-Barn-Finds-1966-Ford-Mustang-1-630x354.jpg
The capital of Kansas, Topeka, is where this inexpensive car is located. It’s a 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe and it’s found on Craigslist with an asking price of $4,500! It doesn’t get much cheaper than that for such a desirable car that looks this good.


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There isn’t much information given about this car, but dang it looks great, doesn’t it? $4,500? There has to be bodywork / filler on this car, for this price it’s just too good to be true, isn’t it? I think I see some waviness here, which isn’t necessarily a bad thing. I could probably use some bodywork and I’m older than this car is!
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1966 was the last year of the first generation Mustang and some (me) would argue that it’s the most desirable version of this car. I can’t get over how nice this car looks for $4,500! There are no interior photos so I’m not sure what shape it’s in, maybe that’s the glitch on this car? It has an automatic transmission, according to the seller’s listing.
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You knew this would be a six-cylinder. A 289 V8 is probably more desirable for most folks, but give me a pedestrian model like this with a basic 3.3L, 200 cubic-inch six-cylinder any day of the week. This is what most people probably had and if the old car hobby is about reliving memories, why would you want a car that you never had? Maybe people like cars that they couldn’t afford back then and they can afford a top of the line, loaded Shelby Mustang now so that’s what they get. As a certified (certifiable?) oddball who loves unpopular vehicles, I’d want a six-cylinder in my 1966 Mustang. Doesn’t this car seem almost too inexpensive? What do you think about this one, is it worth more than $4,500 or am I way off on my values?


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[h=1]Is It Worth Saving? 1970 Buick GS 350[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/b1-3-630x354.jpg
Wearing a coat of many colors (but strangely patriotic from this view), this 1970 Buick GS 350 needs some help. It’s currently located in Eugene, Oregon and is listed for sale here on eBay. The buy it now is only $2,600 and even lower offers are being considered, but you’re going to have to decide if you have this much project work in you or not.

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The 1970 GS 350 is the little brother of the larger engined big block GS cars (GS 455 and GS X), but it was still a good step up from the Skylark it was based on. Unfortunately, the pictures of this one leave a lot to be desired, especially around the lower part of the car. The seller tells us that there is some rust in the lower part of the front passenger fender and that the trunk floor is rusty (that’s an understatement!)
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We can’t really tell anything else from these shots. There is a pile of trim included that hopefully has all you need, but it would be nice to be sure. The seller has verified from the VIN that it is an authentic GS 350; unfortunately they don’t include that VIN so that you could check it as well.
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I’m actually surprised that the steering wheel and dashboard layout are that boring looking. Sorry, but the square and rectangular gauges and center wheel pad make this look like a plain sedan on the inside. The column shift doesn’t help that opinion, and the bench seat just adds further to the sleeper look–if that’s what you like.
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Here’s the GS 350 V8. Whoops! No it’s not–and I really appreciate the seller telling us that, because non-experts wouldn’t have known that this is actually a 350 from a 70’s Skylark. Additionally, the condition of the engine is unknown, although the tarted up red overspray on the Fram oil filter doesn’t fill me with confidence. I would like to think someone could at least put a strap wrench on that front crank pulley and tell me if it’s locked up or not. Assuming that one can take the assessments at face value, if you want a GS 350 and are willing to take on a long term project, this might be your car, especially if you are thinking about the restomod route (although if you are, why not just start with a Skylark?) What do you think–is this Buick worth saving? And if so, at what price?


Tags: American / Buick / Project

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[h=1]Stored in ’94: Dodge Coronet R/T 440 Convertible[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/coro1-e1473773378486.jpg
This is a unusual barn find, not only for the rarity of the car but also due to the seller’s story. You see, it seems like this Dodge Coronet R/T convertible was a car he had been chasing for a while, and then made substantial efforts to remove and transport home. But now he claims he doesn’t have the money to do it justice, so you can find it here on eBay, where bidding is at $17K and the reserve remains unmet.

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I guess I just find the level of build-up odd to simply announce you’re unloading a car. I suspect the reality of the situation is far less dramatic, and this is simply a lucky guy who discovered a one-of-203 car in a dusty storage locker and now stands to profit handsomely. I have no problem with that, but what I do take issue with is sneaking in at the bottom of the listing that this is a non-numbers matching example.
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So while the color is eye-catching the exclusivity is impressive, I’m not sure this Mopar is the homerun the seller makes it out to be. The 440 is what an R/T would have come with new, and it’s a fine motor – but how much does the value of this car suffer when lacking the engine it drove home with? Matching numbers is everything in the collector car world, but sometimes, a car is rare enough to overcome these shortcomings.
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The seller did remove the sheepskins and found the driver’s seat most in need of repair. The interior of the R/T presents well, including the gauge cluster, wood veneers and steering wheel. The seller also claims the Coronet can currently perform lot drives, but will still need some further sorting to understand its true mechanical health. Is the rarity alone enough to make this Coronet worth bringing home, or are there still too many questions than answers?

Tags: American / Dodge / Muscle Cars / Projects

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[h=1]Beautiful Low Mileage Boss 302 Mustang[/h]

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When a substantial portion of a car is original, but it’s got fresh paint, it’s no longer a survivor, but it hasn’t really been restored either. This low mileage, well taken care of 1970 Boss 302 Mustang comes with some history going back to a purchase in 1973 for $2,300! It’s now up for sale here on eBay at no reserve. Bidding is just over $13,000 as I write. The Boss is located in Happy Valley, Oregon.

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Even if you aren’t interested in this particular car, you owe it to yourself to check out the auction listing–it’s a perfect example of how excellent photography can make a car compelling. There are close ups, distance shots, under car shots; pretty much any angle you could think of. There’s absolutely no rust on this car. I looked for flaws and found none apart from slightly worn original seat upholstery. I’m not a concours judge and the seller mentions an missing original air cleaner and a “revalator” that has been purchased but not installed, but gee, that’s not much! I suppose sticklers would mention the modern radial tires versus the bias plys mentioned in the Marti Report, but I’m sure okay with that upgrade.

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What a look. I’m surprised this car stayed on the lot as long as it did when it was new (built October 1969, sold April 1970). I’m not sure when the car was repainted, but it sure looks pretty. I suppose it should with only 46,435 miles showing!

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While the carpets have been replaced, the seats are original and look just a tiny bit worn. I’d continue that wear by selectively driving this beauty–just too much fun not to! The rest of the interior looks just so perfect as well.

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An engine compartment you could eat off of completes this package. I am sure this will end up going for more than it is showing at the moment–a lot more. Still, I’ll bet some of you can find something wrong besides what I’ve named (like the modern radiator cap). More importantly, how much would you drive this beauty every year if it were yours?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang

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[h=1]Ten Crisp $100 Bills: 1975 Ford Mustang II Ghia[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/091416-Barn-Finds-1975-Ford-Mustang-II-Ghia-1.jpg
The Venice Beach community of Los Angeles, California is were this 1975 Ford Mustang II Ghia is located. It can be found on Craigslist with an asking price of $1,000. This car was stored in a garage for eight years and is ready for you to take it home to your garage.


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Talk about a car that gets no love, here’s a top-ten candidate for sure. I personally like these, but you knew that already. I had a model of a 1975 Mustang II when I was a kid and that cemented (no pun intended) these cars into my psyche. Of course I love rubber-burning muscle cars, but I like oddball vehicles even more, ones that a person doesn’t see every day. This is one of those oddball vehicles. Speaking of oddball, or maybe fireball, I’m not sure what’s going on with the paint color on the front of the hood? Ford sold just under 200,000 Mustang IIs in 1975, the 9th most of any Mustang. 52,320 of those were Ghia models like this one.
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This is the only decent photo in the ad, unfortunately, and there are no interior photos at all. But, from what I see here it looks pretty nice. The vinyl top looks a little faded/burnt and if you’re going to have a Mustang II Ghia you’ll want to redo that. Ford made the Mustang II from 1973 to 1978 in both coupe, like this one, and fastback/hatchback body styles like the Cobra version that Jill (Farrah Fawcett) drove on Charlie’s Angels. The Ghia coupe was also featured in Charlie’s Angels, hmm.. Ford was obviously a sponsor of that show.
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This is the base engine, a 2.3L 140 cubic-inch inline four cylinder with 88 hp. It’s not a lot of power but luckily this car also has a 4-speed manual transmission to help sort out that power. The blurry engine looks pretty good to me, and spending $250 on a car inspection for a $1,000 car may or may not be the best investment. I would take a chance on this one if I were in the market for a Mustang II. The seller says that this one needs a new fuel pump and hopefully that’s all it needs because they say that it gets 30 mpg and starts right up otherwise. Do you have room in your heart for the much-maligned Mustang II? I do, but I’m guessing that I may be one of the few who out there who actually likes these cars.

Tags: American / Ford / Projects / Survivors

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Hey with a little work and a few dollars, that Mustang could look like this.
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[h=1]Endless Possibilities: 1968 Dodge Charger R/T[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/1968-Dodge-Charger-RT-630x420.jpg
When I see finds like this Charger R/T, I start thinking about all the various things you could do with it. The seller describes it as a parts car, but I’m not sure there’s even enough left here for it to be a very good parts donor. Instead, I see a blank canvas only limited by someone’s imagination. Repair the rust, source body panels from salvage yards or eBay, and stick a modern Mopar powertrain in it! Originally, it was powered by a 44o but the engine and transmission are long gone, as is the title. Whether you customize or restore it, getting a title might actually end up being the hardest part with this one. If you have some big ideas for this Mopar and don’t mind jumping through hoops to get a title, you can find it here on eBay in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania with a current bid of $2,900.


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I’m actually surprised that this Dodge is bid up as high as it is. Yes, these cars are in high demand, but it’s going to be tricky getting the title for this one. The seller claims they lost the title for it years ago and they never had it transferred into their name, so they can’t even request a duplicate. The car is also missing its VIN tag, but the seller might have it stashed away somewhere. I’d want to know for sure that the VIN tag is there before bidding, but that’s just me.
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This one could be a big gamble without the title, but if you can get it cheap enough it would be worth picking up. So let’s just imagine for a second that the title wasn’t an issue, what would you do with this one? Would you make it the ultimate sleeper, with a modern powertrain? Or would you give it a full restoration, with all new paint and a period 440?

Tags: American / Dodge

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[h=1]454 Equipped Dragster: 1966 Oldsmobile Cutlass 442[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/IMG_0428_zpsk3p34ow7-630x473.jpg
The seller says this might have been a genuine Oldsmobile 442 at one time, but its conversion to a race car in the 1970s has all but erased any traces of what once was. Now, it’s a classic drag car that still wears its trick bits and old-school sponorship decals. You can find this recently discovered specimen here on eBay where the bids are just over $2,500 and there’s no reserve in sight.

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How cool is this thing? From the colors to the fat slicks, I see a lot to like here. The “Rapid Transit” nickname is appropriate for a muscle car of this vintage, but you haven’t likely seen this Olds on the track – it’s been in storage somewhere near Plainville, Massachusetts for many years. You can just make out the old-school license plate on the back, and the period correct Centerline wheels are a blast from the past.
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Unlike so many former drag cars, the Olds has an actual powerplant that was supposedly refreshed before going into storage. The Chevy big block has been tweaked with some popular enhancements, and the seller claims – but can’t verify – that this may even be an LS7 crate engine. There’s no title and the VIN tag is missing, so this will perpetually be a race car, meaning this likely won’t be the last engine to sit under the hood.
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Inside, you get a plain-jane, all business drag car, yet it retains its factory roll-up windows – which I kind of like, as driving home from an event in the rain with no glass to shield you must get old. Elsewhere, glass has been replaced with plexiglass pieces, and the racing seat is the sole occupant of the interior. The brakes will need work and the seller claims rust isn’t anything to worry about in the short term, so this looks like a hot rod you can begin enjoying without too much heavy lifting. What do you think?

Tags: American / Muscle Cars / Oldsmobile / Projects

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[h=1]Affordable Convertible: 1963 Dodge Polara[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/63-dodge-polara-conv-1.jpg
When was the last time you saw a Dodge Polara? More to the point, when was the last time you saw a Polara convertible? This ’63 Polara appears to be in nice original condition, but in need of some tlc. Although this could likely be a preservation type, drive and fix project. It’s looks may not be for everyone, but for some of us, they are just right. Priced at $5,900, we think this is the beginning to solid unique project. Find it here on craigslist out of Salinas, California.

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The body and paint work on this Polara is straight and clean. The underbody appears rust free, with plenty of undercoating. The convertible top has a split in it, so that would need some immediate attention. The window seals and door seals are likely due to be replaced as well. The interior of this Polara is red and from what we can make of the photos looks to be in fair condition. The driver side carpet is worn where one would get in and out and the driver side door panel has some water damage at the bottom, and what looks to be arm wear/dry rot on the top of the door panel. The interior is still very vibrant in its shade of red, that we think the dash and steering wheel may be in reasonable condition as well. Power is derived from a 318 cubic inch V8, and an automatic transmission. There are no pictures of the engine bay, but this Polara is listed as a running driving car.
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Not the most beautiful Dodge, but certainly a cool one with a great color way. This could likely be an affordable project for someone who wants something a little different. We know we wouldn’t turn down the opportunity to take this Polara for a ride. What about you? Where are the Dodge fans? Would you take on this cool convertible Polara?

Tags: American / Cheap / Dodge / Polara / Project

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[h=1]Is It An R/T? 1970 Dodge Challenger[/h]
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This Mopar has some great things going for it and some that aren’t so great. It’s a 383 with a Hurst shifted 4 speed car, with the high performance 4 barrel carb and 335 horse. The back half of the car is wearing it’s original paint, but the front half appears to have been rattle canned. The seller states that it is an R/T, but it lacks all of the R/T badges. It does have the S code stamped in the VIN, but it could also be a Special. Whether it’s an R/T or just a Special, it is a sweet Mopar and would be worth saving! You can find it here on eBay in Cave Creek, Arizona with a current bid of $17,600. So do you think this one is an R/T or just a Special?


Tags: American / Dodge / Mopars

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[h=1]King Of The Barn: 1968 Shelby GT500KR[/h]
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Now this is one find I sure would love to find parked in my barn! This ’68 Shelby is said to be all original, with only 3 previous owners and documentation to go with it, I think this one is the real deal. The GT500KR was a one year only monster, with a might 428 Cobra Jet putting out 335 horsepower and 440 pounds of torque! Just over 1,000 of these were built, this is one rare find that deserves to be put back on the road! Find it here on eBay in Illinois with a current high bid of $50,000.



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The seller really doesn’t offer us much info about this car’s history or its condition. It sure looks great on the outside. We don’t know what the interior or engine look like, but I imagine it looks just as good. I’d love to know more about it’s history and things have been done to it over the years. It looks like it may have been repainted at some point, but a closer inspection would provide an answer. So who else here would love to have this Shelby parked in their garage?

Tags: American / Shelby / Survivors

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[h=1]Sheriff’s Office Commuter: 1974 Satellite Plus[/h]
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Don’t we all wish sellers knew more about the history of their wares? This 1974 Plymouth Satellite Plus is a breath of fresh air, since the seller knows all of the previous owners, both of whom worked for the local sherrif’s department in Washington State. It may have just over 10,000 original miles, too, if the condition is any evidence of such a claim. You can check it out here on craigslist where the seller is asking $6,300 for this survivor Satellite.


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At first glance, the paint does look pretty remarkable. The seller points out numerous qualities that could support a low-mileage claim, from the limited wear on the brake pedal pad to the cleanness of the door strikers, and no wear on the steering wheel. These are all generally good clues as to a car’s provenance, and the seller has also done some basic mathematics to figure out how far the original owners drove, commuting to the same place.

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When the first owner was done, she sold it to a colleague at the same sheriff’s office. They must have been afraid of getting a ticket, since this Satellite looks like it was never abused. For a light-colored interior to still look this good is nothing short of amazing. The seller has done some basic mechanical work, most of it centered around getting the fuel system sorted out for reliable running.

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The seats, likewise, look quite good and the backseat appears to have never been used. Equipped with a 318 V8 and an automatic, this was clearly the commuter special in the Satellite lineup. There’s no real rust to worry about, the seller says, and if the rest of the car is any indication, there should be relatively few surprises with this one. What do you think – does it still have a few commuting years left in it, or should it be retired to sunny day drives immediately?

Tags: American / Plymouth / Survivors

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[h=1]Parking Lot Scars: 1966 Corvette[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/1966-Corvette-Garage-Find-630x420.jpg
This once lovely ’66 Corvette was caught up in a bit of a parking lot brawl back in ’93. It lost a door handle and gained some scars from the fight, but looks to have fared the incident well enough. Apparently the owner felt it was too beat up to keep on the road though, so they parked it in their garage and that’s where it has stayed ever since. It appears that someone started making repairs, but just never finished. I think it’s time for this Corvette to see the road again! If you agree, you can find it here on eBay in Houston, Texas with a current bid of $12k.


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As you can see, the damage was contained primarily to the driver’s side door, but it did run over a bit to the rear fender. Given the fiberglass construction, it should be that difficult to fix the problems. Getting everything to look perfect again could be a challenge, but I’m sure a professional could smooth it out and have it looking perfect.
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The seller doesn’t offer us a ton of information in their ad, but they do provide lots of photos and a video walk-around. The car is said to start, run and drive, so hopefully all it takes is some cosmetic and interior work to get this Corvette back on the road where she belongs. So would you take on repairing this garage find?

Tags: American / Corvette / Projects

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My car was a "barn find". I purchased it from Bob Dale in 2009. He purchased from the original owner who lives in Aylsford. That chap used it as his daily driver for a few years then stored it in his larents barn after he got married. These cars may take a bit of T.L.C., but are worth it.
 
A Sad Story Indeed.

[h=1]Caught In The Middle: 1968 Dodge Charger[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/09/1968-Dodge-Charger-1-630x420.jpg
I feel for the seller of this Charger, it was their very first car as a teenager. They are going through a divorce and have been court ordered to sell it. Reader John W crossed paths with them at a gas station and thought he’d help the seller out by sharing it with us. I’ll let John tell you more about it below, but if you are interested in giving this Mopar a good home, you can email the seller Alfred here and is located in Pearisburg, Virginia. Just be sure to act fast, as he has until tomorrow to find a good home for it, otherwise it goes to auction.


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From John W – This may not be a barn find, but I crossed paths with the owner of this ’68 Charger at a gas station in Pearisburg, Virginia and does this poor car have a dramafest going on! It’s the owner’s first car that he bought as a teenager and he wants it to go to a good home since he can’t keep it.
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Not wanting to tie up a fueling bay on a busy weekday, I didn’t ask to see the engine, but the owners says at some point in the past four decades he pulled the original 383 and put a 340 in it which he claims is just runs just as strong. It’s a console-shifted automatic.
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He has until tomorrow to sell it or it will go to auction immediately!
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Up close, the car is no cream puff, but still a good place to start and a very worthy Mopar to own.
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I know we don’t have a lot to go off of here, but this could be a great buy. I really do feel for Alfred, but hopefully we can find a good home for it! Big thanks to John for sharing this find with us! So what do you think of this Mopar? Is it something you’d enjoy having in your garage?
Be sure to let us know about any amazing finds you spot alongside the road, in a barn or even at the gas station!

Tags: American / Dodge / Mopars

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I like this one.

[h=1]Your Challenge? 1973 Dodge Challenger 340[/h]
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By 1973, the muscle car era was waning, but Dodge kept the flames burning with cars like this Challenger with a 340 cubic inch engine equipped with a four barrel carburetor. Despite the emissions controls of that period, the small block Dodge could put out a healthy 240 horsepower.



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This particular Dodge Challenger is for sale here on craigslist in Shelton, Connecticut. Its seller claims it is highly original and has been driven only 71,300 miles. The ad states that the car “runs and drives good” and that the floors are solid. Photos don’t allow us to see much detail, but it’s equipped with the Torqueflite automatic transmission, a vinyl roof and rallye wheels. Perhaps one of our readers who knows these cars well can tell whether this one has the Rallye option package. The interior is showing its age but does look like it is all original still.

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The engine compartment looks clean and well cared for, but there is no way that is original paint, is it? If this Dodge is truly mostly original, and if it has a clean body and frame, it does seem to be worth somewhere in range of the $12,500 asking price. On the other hand, as of today this car has been for sale for at least two weeks, so maybe there is more here than meets the eye in photos. Is it worth an inspection in person? Sources I consulted show that Dodge made 32,956 Challengers in 1973, so it’s not an altogether rare car. But with Mopar values at an all time high, this one might be a relatively low cost way to own a true ’70s era muscle car. What do our Mopar experts have to say about this Challenger? Thumbs up or down?

Tags: American / Dodge / Muscle Cars

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