Barn Finds

Some AMC Muscle.
[h=1]$0.99 Opening Bid: 1968 AMC AMX[/h]
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Are there any American Motors eXperimental fans out there? I thought so, I am, too. This 1968 AMC AMX will be a nice project. It’s listed on eBay with an unmet opening bid of $0.99 and a $12,000 Buy It Now price. That’s quite a spread! There are still six days left to figure out where to hide this project so your spouse doesn’t kick you out of the house, aaagain. This car is located in Sterling Heights, Michigan.



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The AMX was made for three short years: 1968, 1969, and 1970. They’re a two-seater configuration, the first since the demise of the 1957 Thunderbird, and they were the only steel-bodied two-seater built by an American company at the time. The AMX was one inch shorter than the Corvette of this same era at around 14′-8″. This particular AMX is #722 and it was stored in a pole barn for a couple of decades so it’ll have to be gone through; hopefully there won’t be any huge surprises. Of course, there will be some rust work to do and the usual brake and fuel system work, but there are parts available for most of what you’ll need. One of you will know this, but, isn’t this a 1969 hood? I thought that this hood was part of the “Mod Package” available in 1969, but I could be wrong. And, of course, the wheels aren’t original, not to mention the bumpers have been painted.

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The interior may need more work than the exterior does from looking at the photos. The seller said that they didn’t clean anything after getting the car out of storage where it sat for 20 years. This interior will have to be stripped of at least the seats and carpet to see what’s going on under that carpet. There are a number of suppliers for interior parts that you’ll need once you get to that point. The trunk looks fairly solid but there are enough rodent droppings in there to make me want to put a hazmat suit on before doing any work in this car.

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As you can see, this is AMC’s 390 V8. This one has a four-barrel carb and about 315 hp. The seller mentions that it was rebuilt before it was put in storage but I’m guessing that at least some sort of refurbishment is in order after sitting for that long. This car has a lot of potential but it’ll also need a lot of work. Luckily, the body appears to be in pretty nice shape. I really like AMXs and I never see them on the street or even at car shows anymore, what happened to them all? Are there any AMX owners out there, or at least AMX fans? What is this car going sell for, $10,000? More?

Tags: AMC / American / AMX / Projects

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Still in the Barn.
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[h=1]Pour One Out: 1987 Buick Grand National[/h]
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At first glance, this Buick Grand National looks like yet another impressive survivor with low mileage and remaining in stock condition. But then you notice there’s no reserve and bidding is quite low, at just $7,000. What’s the catch? Well, you’ll have to check out the listing here on eBay to get the full picture and understand why there’s no such thing as a cheap Grand National.


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While it’s a bit hard to see, the driver’s side, from the fender to the front of the rear quarter panel, is heavily damaged. Not to the point of being a complete loss, I suppose, though there’s no telling what the insurance company found when it sent its assessor in. The GN does have a salvage title, so it’s likely the damage is significant enough to warrant being totaled, but it’s hard to tell if it’s just a matter of panel replacement or if the repairs are structural in nature.

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Here’s a closer look at the driver’s door. To me, it’s hard to tell whether this is just skin deep damage or if it goes deeper. The seller claims it is a case of the former, and the GN merely needs a new fender, new door or door skin, rocker panel, windshield, alignment, and minor body work to be restored. The door is said to still close correctly and the driver’s window still works. It’s worth mentioning this is a rare hardtop version in a sea of T-tops.

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I would agree with the seller that it appears quite clean underhood and reflects the sub-40,000 original miles. It must have been heart-breaking for the previous owner of the Grand National to see this preserved classic carted off to the insurance auction. The seller says many companies just value this car as an ordinary Regal and not as a Grand National; if that’s the case, the next owner should spring for collector car insurance!

More: American / Buick / Projects

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[h=1]440, 6-Pack & Rust! 1970 Barracuda[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/11/c1-11-630x420.jpg
As you can see from this picture, there are a few things wrong with this 1970 Plymouth Barracuda. Ok, more than a few. Ok–a lot! But bidding is enthusiastic already and it’s past any reserve, so the car will find a new owner. It’s listed for sale here on eBay and is located in North Andover, Massachusetts. Bidding is already over $25,000!

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The car has been located in the Boston area since being originally purchased in 1970. It’s been off the road since sometime in the 1980’s but had certainly seen some road salt prior to that point! Wow, there’s some rust on this car. Lots of it. To the seller’s credit, they are very transparent about the rust, with lots of pictures of the issues.
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The rear of the left front fender is a good example. One of the great things about this particular project is the huge amount of replacement parts that are available. I don’t think there’s any part you can’t get for this car. Now, of course, it won’t be original at that point, but the serial and ID plates will say it’s a 1970 Barracuda 440 six-pack, right? I’m interested in your thoughts, here, Barn Finds community. When does it stop being “original?”
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Remember, this is a car that is reported to have 48,315 miles. Based on some of the wear I see, I have to wonder about that, but even if that’s true, does it really matter at this point? You’re going to be replacing a lot of car regardless. And it’s not just the driver’s side floor, either.
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This is the original 440 engine, and “after very little effort” the sellers have gotten it running. However, look in the center of that great big V–what do you see? It’s a four barrel carburetor, not a six pack! What gives? As it turns out, the manifold and one carburetor still come with the car. Where did the rest go? Who knows.
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Here’s the manifold, and at least parts of two carburetors. The air cleaner is present as well. I’m not sure how hard the parts will be to get, but I’m sure more money will help. I just have to wonder–when you are done, while the data plates may be for a 440 six-pack car, how much original car will be left? Wouldn’t it be easier to take a better condition, lower spec car and clone one? To me, the result is the same–but I’d really like to hear your thoughts!

More: American / Plymouth / Project

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[h=1]Enduring But Rusty: 1969 Camaro[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/1969-Camaro-Endura-630x354.jpg
This poor Camaro is beat up, rusty and all around rough, but it is a very well optioned car with the rare and desirable Endura front bumper, A/C, houndstooth interior and the rosewood dash! It’s also equipped with a 327 and power steering. I can’t help but wonder what exactly happened to this pony, either it was in a major fender bender or in one rough barn. So besides fixing rust, you going to have to repair all kinds of body damage. And after all that hard work, you’re still going to have to the fun task of finding a title for it, as the original has been lost. If you are good at body work or are looking for a good parts donor, you can find this Camaro here on eBay in West Creek, New Jersey with a current bid of $2k.


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This seller has listed several other barn finds recently, leaving me wondering what the full story is here. Did they come across a barn loaded with cars and manage to buy the whole lot or was it their own barn that they were hoarding projects into? Well no matter what the story is, all of their finds are in rusty shape, likely to do with their location. It’s too bad they weren’t rescued before they got so rough.
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The most desirable part of this Camaro is that Endura bumper. Most reproductions ones are low quality and rarely fit like original. Sadly, this one is pretty bent up. I think a skilled body worker could straighten it out and make it look as good as new though. The question is, is it worth the work?
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That is a question I think we all have to ask ourselves whenever we take on a project. More often then not, the answer is yes, well at least for me, but it comes down to your connection to the project. If you have fond memories of a ’69 Camaro that had a 327, houndstooth interior and the Endura front bumper, than it might just be worth it to you to restore this one. If you just want a Camaro though, this one might not be the best choice. So what do you think, do the options line up for you or is this just a parts donor?

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[h=1]1970 Plymouth Superbird In The Basement![/h]
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I’ve had more dreams about discovering a Superbird or a Dodge Daytona hiding in a barn than I care to admit, but I don’t think I could even dream up something quite as incredible as this find! Back in 1990, the owner of this bright yellow 440 Six Pack equipped Superbird parked it in their basement, yes basement, and then forgot about it. It sat there until the current owner managed to work out a deal to buy it about a year ago. They pulled it out of the basement and cleaned it up. For whatever reason, they have now decided to part ways with this basement bird. This amazing Plymouth can now be found here on eBay in Croydon, Pennsylvania with a current bid of $114k!



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This is such a crazy story that you can’t make something like this up. The previous owner didn’t just have this one bird in their basement, they had another one stashed down there. At one point they apparently had 4 of these winged warriors in their drive way! Looking at the opening going into the basement, I’m actually amazed they were able to get these things in and out without tearing the massive wing off. I can only imagine how it felt to watch such a radical machine slowly lumber out of this hole in the ground!

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According to the seller, it had received a complete restoration right before being parked. It looks to have cleaned up extremely well and was clearly given a high end restoration. I’m not sure why they never used it after giving it a complete restoration, but people do some strange things.

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I still can’t get over how incredible it is that someone had 2 of these things crammed in their basement, it makes me want to dig out my basement and turn it into a garage! Sadly, I don’t think I’d ever come down to find two Superbirds roosting in it, so it’s probably not worth all the work. For the time being, I’ll just have to keep dreaming! Who else here wishes they had even just one of these cars parked in their garage, barn, or basement?

More: American / Muscle Cars / Plymouth

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[h=1]Well Grown: 1969 Oldsmobile 442[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/1969-Oldsmobile-442-630x354.jpg
Thank you Pat L for sharing this 442 with us. It’s listed on craigslist in Chattanooga, Tennessee for $4,000. It must have been beautiful in its original silver, but now it’s rusty and tired, but because it’s a true 442 it might be worth saving. It’s mostly original and very complete but it’s very rusty. It’s said to be a numbers matching car.


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The seats look original and are growing very well. It appears they just need a little weeding and upholstery. The floor in back provide plenty of fresh air for the garden.
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Things look mostly complete and unmolested under the hood. The engine turns and hopefully is rebuildable.
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There’s no vinyl roof, so there’s one area that may be rust free and it doesn’t too look bad around the windows. It will need at least floors and possibly a lot more rust repair. If the rest of the car looks OK upon inspection, could this be worth saving or is this just a parts car? Compare this one to a 442 project that sold on eBay recently for $4,500. That makes this one look really expensive.

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[h=1]South Carolina Warehouse Find: 1973 Firebird[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/p1-630x354.jpg
Based on the faded shoe polish on the windows, this 1973 Pontiac Firebird has been for sale for a while. The seller claims to have lost warehouse storage and therefore the sale is required. It had some rare options originally, and still has half of them. More about that later. The car has moved north to Monroe, North Carolina and is being sold here on eBay, where bidding is starting at $2,500.

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Unfortunately, the rest of the pictures of this car are more craigslist quality than the first one, but bear with me here, because the seller made a big deal about the options on this car. As it turns out, the L78 400 cubic inch V8 engine was an upgrade over the standard inline six, the L30 350 cubic inch V8 and the L65 400, as it was rated at 230 horsepower. While not up to the top of the line 455, that was still a pretty decent punch, especially in the dark early days of emissions-strangled Detroit engines. We see in this shot that at some point in time, the car was painted red (it was originally blue) and was fitted with a rear spoiler.
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The Endura (I remembered this time…) nose has a lot of cracks in it. There’s a worthwhile short article on Endura noses here. Do any of you remember John DeLorean hitting the front end of a 1968 GTO with a baseball bat in a TV ad? I’m not old enough to remember that one, but I did find this ad where folks were hitting the nose with a crowbar. Thankfully, there are flexible fillers now that you can use to make it look as good as new again, as long as you are willing to take the time.
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Firebird interiors were always pretty sporty looking, and this one isn’t an exception. One odd thing is that the floor appears to be maroon in this shot, where I would expect it to be blue (I don’t think there’s any carpet left). I’m wondering if the hood is just from another car? Regardless, things look largely workable in here, at least for a driver level car. The seller reports that the floors are “mostly solid” although the rear quarter panels and rear of the rocker panels will need rust repair. The most alarming problem here to me is that the original four speed transmission is nowhere to be found.
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And here’s that L78, which the seller claims is original from carburetor to oil pan. The ad also states that there’s an automatic in the car at the moment, but I see no signs of it in the interior, so I wouldn’t count on it. Overall, I find myself thinking the price is a bit high–what do you readers think?


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Cool little foreign car.
[h=1]Swedish Meatball: 1968 Saab Sonett II[/h]
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This little Swedish meatball is a 1968 Saab Sonett II and it’s as nice as they get. It’s listed on eBay with a current bid price of just over $6,000, but the reserve isn’t met. This perfect little car is in Hotchkiss, Colorado.



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No, that’s not a stock exhaust, it’s a Monza exhaust system. For someone who prefers things original spec, I would rather have a stock exhaust, but it looks ok here. It’s almost a little comical but I’m sure that it adds a little zing. This car is #464 out of 1,610 Sonnet V4s made. This is a Sonett II made from 1966 to 1969 and the V4 was added in middle of 1967 so in that year you could have either a Ford V4 or a Saab 3-cylinder two-stroke engine.

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This car is a jewel, the quality of the work that has been done makes it almost a museum piece. It’s wearing Sonett III wheels and they look great, but being a purist, I’d personally want to put on the original wheels which are included in the price.

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This interior is nicer than it would have been from the factory, or, at least the leather seats are. I don’t believe that they came from the factory with leather seats but it’s a nice upgrade if a person isn’t looking to win points at a concours. This car is nice enough to do that so it’s a shame to see a couple of things that aren’t factory-correct, but when a person is redoing their car they can do what they want with it, of course. I wouldn’t mind sitting on these beautiful leather seats at all. This car will probably be in the $15,000-$20,000+ range, so I won’t be sitting on them, unfortunately. The Sonett was/is a fiberglass car so they had a roll cage to offer some protection.

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This is Ford’s 1,498 CC four-stroke V4 and they were an option halfway through the 1967 model year and were quite an upgrade from the 3-cylinder 2-stroke engine that powered the early Sonetts and Saabs, in general. This particular engine has just been rebuilt and the seller mentions that the free-wheeling feature works as designed. This would be a halo car for any Saab collector or anyone interested in unusual vehicles.

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I have a soft spot for these cars. My Dad owned 8 between 56 and 73.
[h=1]Little Brown Bug: 1966 VW Beetle[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/front-left-1-e1480809485292-630x359.jpg
This bug is listed on craigslist in Cameron Park, California for $3,800. It was on blocks from 1986 until recently when the seller bought it from the original owner. It looks like it won’t take much work to make this a nice driver. The hubcaps are a bit rusty, but otherwise it looks like a typical old beetle you would have seen on the streets in the 1980s.


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This VW looks pretty nice and complete inside. It looks like all it needs is a good cleaning but the vinyl seats could be brittle with age.
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This old VW looks pretty good from this end as well. It runs and drives but does not stop. The engine was said to have been rebuilt in the ’80s. A picture of the engine would have been nice. The brakes will need some work and it will need the usual tuneup and carburetor work. There’s said to be rust under the battery, so there’s rust in the floor pan, and rust bubbling under the paint in one spot. The spare tire well, heater ducts and pan will need a close look for rust. As always, there’s no telling what you might find upon inspection but this is a black plate California VW and it looks hopeful. I would just do the mechanical work, fix the rust under the battery and the rusty bit under the paint and drive it like it is. Others might want to restore it completely. How about you?

More: German / Survivors / Volkswagen

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I rented a VW Dune Buggy in 83 on Daytona Beach. Drove it on the Beach (Can't do that in NB), speed limit on Beach was 10MPH. The gear box was modified so that if you wanted to drive in 3rd or 4th, you had to hold the gear lever in place otherwise it would automatically slip back into the lower gear. And it was a very rough ride , even at 10MPH.
 
[h=1]Dreamy Survivor: 1968 Chevrolet Camaro RS/SS[/h]
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Some Barn Finds are just plain better than others, for instance this 1968 Camaro RS/SS. Why wasn’t this in our barn? Listed as a true barn find, in original condition, this ’68 Camaro is such an appealing car. Featuring a 396 V8 with 4 speed manual transmission, this is a beautiful survivor. Offered at $26,000, we are fishing out loose change from our sofa in the hope that $26,000 magically appears. Find it here on eBay out of Fort Pierce, Florida.


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The mighty 396 V8 engine is a numbers matching unit, but there is no information on its condition. At the least, we hope it isn’t locked up and that it may be serviceable. Examining the bay reveals some surface rust but overall the engine and bay look to be dirty in need of a good cleaning. The 396 feeds power through a 4 speed manual transmission, back to a 12 bolt rear end. With this combination, we know this Camaro is a riot to row through the gears.

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The interior of this Camaro is honest and solid. The carpet has been removed as it is apparent this RS/SS has been exposed to some moisture. The floors wear an even layer of surface rust, but thankfully the floors in this Camaro are as solid as you could hope for. The dash could use some attention suffering from a split dash pad, and some minor surface rust on some various edges of the dash. The steering wheel likely looks the worst of the interior suffering from cracking and discoloration.

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The seats are very nice, as are the seat belts. If you were of the mind to preserve this Camaro’s condition, you could replace the carpet and steering wheel, then focus on the dash rounding out a nice interior.

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Looking over the exterior of this Camaro makes the heart race in lust and excitement. The paint, though original, has held on fairly well to the test of time. Although there are some blemishes on this Camaro. The hood has some various surface rust, as does the front driver fender. All of this rust looks to be purely cosmetic superficial rust, with no severe rust or rot. Moving to the quarters may reveal what is some bubbling, or perhaps if we are lucky just some chipping paint from being driven. Taking a sharp look reveals some rust at the tops of the rear wheel arches, though very well hidden by the arch trim. This Camaro is by no means perfect, but it is certainly a great view no matter what angle you look at it. What would you do with this Camaro? Restore it, or maintain it?

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65 Fastback, doesn't get any better than this one.
[h=1]The Pony You’ve Been Waiting For?[/h]
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This might just be the one you’ve been waiting for! When we feature first generation Mustangs at Barn Finds, frequently the comments are “if it were only a fastback,” or “it’s too rusty,” or “it’s not original enough,” or “it’s not a V8.” Well, this one passes all of those tests and then some. This 1965* (I think it’s a 1966, but that’s what the seller tells us) Mustang is available in Edison, New Jersey and is listed for sale here on eBay. The price right now is $17,500, but you can make a lower offer if you wish.


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The story goes (as a side note, what would a “barn find” car be without a story?) that the car has been sitting in a garage since 1988. Although it’s not running and driving, the engine does turn freely and there doesn’t seem to be a tremendous amount wrong with this car. Now, as to whether you believe the claimed 39,731 miles or not–that’s up to you. Me, I’m just going to look at a nice Mustang (whistling to myself as I walk away). You can see some panel fit issues here in the front, especially around the driver’s side in the nose. And the bumper’s a bit crooked too. The seller talks about minor rust “here and there.” I think my dream is going away.

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The seller quite correctly tells us the seats and carpet need replacement. This is where I could make an argument for 139,731 miles. What do you think? The automatic may keep some of you away, but to be honest, it’s not hard to change that if you wanted to.

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I’m guessing the decal on the air cleaner may mean the transmission has been serviced by Aamco. I can’t imagine a C-code, two barrel 289 cubic inch V8 that only produced 200 horsepower when new could ruin a transmission in 39,000 miles. Or maybe some kid just grabbed a decal and put it on–who knows. I can’t say I’m as thrilled with the wire splices on the right of this picture as I am with the shock towers that appear to be rust free! But what I’m really interested in is whether or not YOU are thrilled with this Mustang? Let us know!


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This one is Sweet too.
[h=1]Fabulous Fox Body! 13K Mile 1986 Mustang GT[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/j3-e1481039731204-630x354.jpg
They don’t come much cleaner than this! This beautiful restovivor 1986 Ford Mustang GT (there was one high-quality respray, so I can’t in all good conscience call it a survivor) has been owned by a collector that is now selling off their entire collection–and this once has been saved for last because the collector loves it so much. It’s for sale here on eBay where bidding has just pushed past $10,000. The car is sitting there waiting for you in Nacogdoches, Texas.

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Ok, all of you that have already started writing that these wheels are from a later car–you’re right. However, the original 15″ 10-hole mint wheels come with the car as well, although they do not have the original tires on them anymore. So there. Fox bodies seem to polarize folks–you apparently either love or hate them. I’ve driven a 1985 race version in a couple of endurance races (Atlanta Motor Speedway and Daytona) and I’ll tell you that car endeared Fox bodies to me forever. They are light and small compared to more modern machinery and somehow just feel “right.” And this one sure looks RIGHT!
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The gentle rake is perfect for this car. My only problem with a car in this stellar condition with miles this low is that all I’d want to do is drive it! Just look at that beautiful paint!
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Just in case you think the interior will let this car down–it won’t. I’ve liked the look and feel of these seats. Ford actually stopped using Recaro seats in Mustangs four years before this one, but it’s obvious they learned a lot while they were working with those wonderful hiney-holders.
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Here’s another shot. The seller tells us that literally the only issue with the car is that the R12 air conditioning system needs recharging. Honestly, I’m surprised that a car that is obviously so nice doesn’t have working air conditioning. Something else that surprises me is a lack of under hood pictures. Those should be easy enough to get before bidding, though. And that’s what I wish I were doing! Since I won’t be, let us know if you will!

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[h=1]Saving the Classics: Everett’s Auto Parts[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/Junkyard-Finds-16-e1481005465772-630x412.jpg
As many of you know, I have been scoping out junkyards and salvage facilities for years, reporting back here on my findings. I have been visiting a yard called Everett’s Auto Parts in Brockton, Mass., for a while now, and I recently saw on their Facebook page they are setting aside vintage vehicles as whole project cars, a great idea and worth promoting. You can check out the full album here on the Barn Finds Google Drive, which includes cars like this awesome Bricklin SV-1!

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I have encountered yards that keep a separate lot with potential project vehicles safe from the you-pull section, but they are few and far between. It’s great to see cars like this big Cadillac coupe safe from hungry parts hunters, especially if there’s a potential buyer out there who would consider restoring this car whole. I love pick-and-pulls, but it can be hard to watch solid projects get torn to shreds. Aside from some rust bubbling on the fender, this Caddy looks clean.
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I’m 99% certain this is a Packard Clipper, and I have my suspicions that this is an older restoration that’s fallen on hard times. The clean white walls, the polished wheel spokes, shiney chrome on the front bumper and side trim – it looks too nice for a car that hasn’t had at least some money spent on it in the last few years. The missing windshield is unfortunate, however.
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Next to this Cadillac is one of my favorite cars in the lot, a cheerful Mercury Bobcat. A twin to the Ford Pinto but seen far less often, this Bobcat appears very complete but I’m not sure if that paint is original. The blacked-out wheels look tough on this economy car, and if you’ve been looking for a Pinto project but were put off by the lack of special or rare models, a Bobcat could be a way to scratch your itch while still standing apart from the crowd.
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Finally, when it a Jeepster project not in style? Flip off the factory hardtop and enjoy open air beach cruising or keep it locked on and use it for plow duty (wait, don’t do that – just take it out and rescue stranded motorists when the snow starts to fly, or better yet, keep it in the garage away from road salt). You can find all of these fine vehicles and the rest of the project cars in the photo album at Everett’s Auto Parts, so give them a yell if you want to save an emerging classic from the scrap pile.

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A car from my youth. Was 17 in 79, and would have picked this over my 75 Plymouth Valient.
[h=1]Z28 Survivor: 1979 Chevrolet Camaro Z28[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/12/79-camaro-1-e1481061527344-630x355.jpg
Often overlooked for earlier year models, this 1979 Z28 pops with color and shine, despite having a few areas that need some attention. Having only covered 114,000 miles, this Camaro is a real beauty. This T-top survivor is priced at a $6,999. Find it here on eBay out of Lombard, Illinois.

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Under the hood of this cream colored beauty is a 350 V8 with and automatic transmission. This is a factory air conditioned car, and it would appear the air conditioning system has been recently sorted as many of the air conditioning components look to be new. The 350 is listed as being in good health, and overall the engine bay looks good. The air conditioning pump, brake master, brake booster, and radiator support wear some rust, but the inner fenders and the rest of the components look nice.
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Peaking inside of this cream Camaro reveals a light tan color that looks to have discolored slightly with time, but is in good shape overall. The dash looks nice suffering only from one minor split in the pad area. Coloring of the dash looks good, and is a shade darker than that of the seats. There is no real damage to the interior other than the slight color fade. The driver seat looks very nice, and the carpet look good only suffering from a more blonde shade of tan. The door panels match the dash nicely, but are a little wavy. Despite the waves, the door panels are in good shape.
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The attention grabbing exterior is a real beauty, but there are some flaws that are “hidden” until you put this Camaro under the microscope. Rust is hidden in various places throughout this Camaro’s body. The first example of rust you will see in the front passenger fender, that has some bubbling near the headlight, and then again at the bottom area of the fender where there is a hole. Also the very cool Z28 stripe has started to peel slightly on the same fender. There is also bubbling in the rear quarters. The underside of the body has a few rust holes. Also the underside of the trunk lid is surprisingly rusty, but looks to be limited to the interior section of the trunk where it is not visible from the exterior. It is surprising how great this car looks, to have such hidden rust sprinkled throughout. We assume the T-tops may have something to do with this rust. Overall the rust is hidden, and this Camaro could be a great restoration candidate, with its unique coloring, and lower mileage. The paint has held on very well, only having gained a few scuffs since leaving the factory.
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Beautiful and shiny, this Camaro needs some love. It’s such a shame as from a quick glance the car looks like it should be preserved, but upon closer inspection, you can see that it needs to be restored to prevent the spread of rust. Would you save this ’79 Camaro?

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[h=1]First Year Malibu: 1964 Chevelle Malibu[/h]
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1964 was the first year the Malibu name appeared on the Chevelle. This 283 V8 powered Chevy was with its original owner up until a year ago. Very solid, with great looks, this Chevy has a lot of potential be a driver. With a little over a day remaining, this Chevelle Malibu has been bid up to $3,405. Find it here on eBay out of Miami, Florida.


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Sporting a bare bones “no nonsense needed” 283 cubic inch 220 horsepower V8. Looking over the engine and bay you can see the no nonsense aspect of this Chevy as it has no real options to speak of. The 283 and automatic combo do not run, and condition is unknown. With a little hope, perhaps the engine is not locked up. With plenty of dirt and dust, the engine and bay look solid with little rust present.

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Taking a look at the cockpit reveals a very original and mostly complete interior. The carpet has been ditched at some point, but thankfully the floors look great in this Chevrolet. The seats and door panels have seen better days, but the door panel hardware looks acceptable. The seats certainly need a rebuild, and the dash looks to need a good wipe down to see what we are working with. The dash looks pretty good, as if it may clean up, but it is difficult to make out from the photos. Moving to the exterior of this Chevrolet reveals a very solid body and frame. The only concerning rust mentioned on this Malibu is in the trunk floor. There is some obvious surface rust on the exterior, but overall the exterior is very manageable. The driver front fender has a dent, being the only body panel needing some attention. The glass looks good, and the body trim isn’t too bad off, though there is a missing door trim piece. There is a missing headlight bezel as well on the driver side. Some rattle can paint has been executed on the driver rear quarter to prevent the spread of rust. That quarter looks to have some minor pitting, but looks solid.

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Solid, with a great look, this first year Chevelle Malibu is a great candidate for your next project. What would you do with this Chevy?

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