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[h=1]Plain Pony: Low-Optioned 1970 Mustang[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/mustang-side-e1502209493265-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/mustang-side-e1502209493265-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Most Mustangs have been done up with a nice, powerful V8 engine, aftermarket wheels, and a flashy paint job. We all know the drill. For many younger enthusiasts, and perhaps older enthusiasts as well, it can be hard to fathom that there was a time when not every old Mustang on the street had a big engine or came in nice prime colors from the factory. Every once in a while, a nice, basic Mustang like this green 1970 comes up for sale. It has wheel covers, an unusual and possibly undesirable paint job, and a small engine. This is what many, many Mustangs started life as. Find it here on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $9,200.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/mustang-interior-e1502161175169-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/mustang-interior-e1502161175169-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Although this Mustang may not be hopped up with a built 302 and a 4-speed transmission, it is certainly a nice car that has been maintained. The interior is a nice saddle brown color, and even the driver’s seat is in great shape! The dash is free of cracks, and a tasteful aftermarket steering wheel has been added. Though an original Ford wheel would look more at home, there are certainly less tasteful selections available. A good interior detail would go a long way on this car. The seller notes that the only rust on the entire car is the driver’s floor pan; a common issue. A replacement pan is included with the sale.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/mustang-engine-e1502161199873-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/mustang-engine-e1502161199873-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Although a Mach 1 style hood scoop has been bolted on, it is a simple case of false advertising as under the hood is the 200 cubic inch Ford “Thriftpower” inline-6. The fact that it is named “Thriftpower” should tell you volumes about this engine. The Ford 200 is an engine that makes a small, light car like a Mustang extremely fuel efficient for its time and still somewhat fuel efficient even by today’s standards. These engines are a breeze to work on in the Mustang engine bay, as there is ample room to work. This engine produces 120 horsepower, and the fact that someone chose this over the $40 extra 250 6-cylinder (with 155 horsepower) just goes to show that whoever this car was destined for bought it with cost in mind. The car has the original engine and transmission, both of which have been rebuilt.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/mustang-other-side-e1502161220384-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/mustang-other-side-e1502161220384-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] This beautiful green Mustang needs a loving owner, and would probably draw a crowd at a car show when lined up with six 302-equipped Mustangs painted in “Grabber Blue.” Though this isn’t the Mustang for everyone, it never was. It is certainly still the Mustang for someone. Though available with power, the Mustang was always intended as basic transportation. With an original steering wheel, and the hood scoop removed, this car could be an excellent piece of history to hold onto to remind generations to come that not every muscle-car body came equipped with muscle.


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[h=1]What is Rarity? 1969 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Drivers-Front-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Drivers-Front-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] You have all heard the old adage “Don’t buy the story. Buy the car.” Well, that old adage is harder to live by since the rise of the documentation you can order for select types of cars. So many times, we see an owner trying to use a build sheet or some other type of documentation to prove rarity based on some production figure. The Corvette market is notorious for this, advertising that a car is ultra rare because it has a type of interior that buyers hated. To most, rarity means nothing unless it has to do with a desirable body style, or a powerful engine/transmission combination. This 1969 Mustang coupe, which is for sale on Craigslist in Duluth, Minnesota for $8500, is a curious case of a Marti report setting the asking price for the car based on perceived rarity. Many thanks to Dave P. for the tip on this interesting project.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Marti-Report-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Marti-Report-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Ford products are most often documented by a gentleman named Kevin Marti. Marti has at his disposal the factory records for all Ford products made between 1967 and 2012. For a fee, he will provide you with documentation on your Ford product, from the options to the dealership it was delivered to. As you can imagine, this information gives an owner guidance as to how a car should be restored and provides a more detailed picture of the car’s history. That is all well and good, and is a service I’d love to use if I bought a Ford of that vintage. However, he also provides a sidebar in the report that lays out how many cars were built with each option your car was built with. If your car was a 1969 Mustang with a 429, radio delete, heater delete, and the destination was Holman-Moody, then you really have some rare options that all point to something bigger. However, if you are making the claim that your car is rare because it was only one of three built with baby vomit brown interior, a six cylinder engine, and a three speed column shift transmission, then you need to rethink your marketing plan.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Drivers-Rear-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Drivers-Rear-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The car we are discussing could be a really nice car. It was ordered by Ford’s Dearborn Engineering Facility in 1968, and the owner says that Marti told him that it was only one of three 390 ci engine cars at this location in addition to being one of three in this color. At any rate, the car was well optioned. It had a 390 ci engine with a four barrel carburetor, a C-6 automatic transmission, a standard 3.00 axle, air conditioning, power front disc brakes, power steering, and a tachometer. Cosmetically, the car was painted in winter blue, and had light blue bucket seats with the interior décor group.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Engine-630x472.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"472","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Engine-630x472.jpg"}[/IMG2] As for the condition of the car itself, the owner is not very descriptive. He says that he has replacement floor pans (you know what that means…), but the frame rails are good. He also has a replacement lower dash panel because someone drilled out a hole for fog lights. I am guessing that he means a hole was drilled for a switch. The engine he is providing with the car is a 1970 dated 390, and he also has a date correct C-6 automatic as well. He will sell you a set of 428 Cobra Jet heads and exhaust manifolds if you’d like, but those are not included in the sale. Also for sale but not with the car is a date correct Holley carburetor, which he will sell for $850.00, and a date code correct intake from a “famous Grand National mechanic.”

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Parts-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Parts-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] He also has a laundry list of parts for the car, with many in new old stock condition. While he doesn’t clearly state that the extra parts come with the car, or are purchased a la carte, what he does have is impressive. For starters, he has all the parts to replace the air conditioning system, with many of those parts being new old stock. He also has a set of NOS front disc brakes with rebuilt calipers, and too many other parts to list. The car is missing the deluxe décor interior and rim blow steering wheel (?). Whatever else is missing is kind of cloudy. Perhaps interested buyers should phone or visit before getting serious.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1969-Mustang-Dash-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1969-Mustang-Dash-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The parts he does have are, for the most part, really nice. Its obvious that the owner spent a lot of money, time, and effort to track down many of the parts needed to eventually restore the car. If it was restored by someone, it would probably be fairly desirable. Most of the body appears to be in fairly good shape, but we only have a set of not very detailed pictures to go on. The engine and transmission combination would make it a good road car, and the color is really appealing on the notch back body.
What hurts his chances for selling this car at that price is the reason he is selling it for that price: the Marti Report. The report states that the car is unusual in that it was first transferred to Ford Engineering. If we knew why it was there, it might help with the sale. Unfortunately, we have no idea why this car was important. Perhaps one of our many readers who are Ford experts could shine some light on this. I have read that people who worked at Ford facilities around the world were offered leases on cars at favorable rates. Could this car have been ordered by someone who happened to work at this facility? It seems to be optioned out as a great driver. If it were a test car, then why would it have so many options? For the Marti Report to increase the value, the car would have to be built for a specific, documented purpose that would interest buyers enough to pay a premium.
I like the car, and think it would make someone an awesome Mustang when restored, but I am not seeing how the Marti Report makes it worth more than a car sent to a dealership in Toledo. I hope it finds a good home, and is back on the road soon. It is an interesting car with a good story.




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[h=1]Mustang Sally’s Mustang! 1967 Ford Mustang[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Back in 1967, Sally wanted a new car. Her husband Gene took her to the local Ford dealer and she promptly fell in love with this 1967 Mustang. She’s had it ever since, only just recently selling it to the current seller, who has listed it here on eBay for sale. Bidding has risen to just under $3,400 but hasn’t met the reserve, and if you want to bypass the process you can buy it now for $7,900. Sally’s Mustang can be found in Issaquah, Washington.



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d2-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d2-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Since my Mom had (2) ’67 Mustangs while I was growing up, this is familiar territory for me. While the Mustang grew a bit for the ’67/’68 models, it’s still remarkably small compared to it’s modern day equivalent. For example, the curb weight for a 1967 is listed as 2,758 pounds in one reference I found. On the other hand, a 2017 model weighs in between 3,469 to 3,825 pounds. I realize a lot of the difference has to do with safety, but that’s a lot of difference! But I digress. This particular car is still wearing its original Acadian Blue paint. Unfortunately there’s enough body damage that unless you love this look and are willing to let rust progress (I’m not) you will have to repaint the car.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d3-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d3-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Based on the 1602/2002 next to it, the Mustang is currently at the home of an enthusiast. Since these pictures they have purchased new whitewall tires for the car. It’s also said to run well now.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller seems very forthcoming about the car’s shortcomings: “There is a rust spot at the front bottom outside corner of the doors (common) and the worst is the inside rear wheel arch (from dirt sitting in the bottom of the 1/4 panel/wheelwell). There are also some pinholes near the sail panel at the bottom of the rear window as well. Minor, but FULL DISCLOSURE!”

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d5-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d5-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] There’s also the matter of the dent that Sally put into the car from backing into a pole. The seller has sourced both a brand new and a good used rear bumper (should you wish to keep the current level of “usedness.” No, I’m not using the p-word.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d7a-630x353.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"353","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d7a-630x353.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here are some closeups of some of the other damaged areas. Nothing that can’t be taken care of but certainly stuff that I’d want to do quickly before the rust gets out of hand.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d6-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d6-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Apart from the cracks in the steering wheel (I found reproduction black wheels, but not this light blue hue) the interior really looks spectacular, and since Mom’s was this same color scheme on the inside it brings back a lot of memories. Somewhere I still have a molded piece of clay that I impressed with the horse on the right hand side of the dash when she was selling the car (hey, I was 9).

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/d7-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/d7-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The 200 cubic inch six cylinder will be fine once it’s cleaned up, especially if the 25,000 original mile claim is true. A lot of paperwork comes with Sally’s car as well, meaning that claim may well be legitimate. And if you want to look over her car further, there are over 100 photos at this link. So tell me, do you want to “ride, Sally ride” like she did?




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[h=1]But It’s A Fastback: 1970 Mustang Mach 1[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Front-View-e1501695687515.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Front-View-e1501695687515.jpg"}[/IMG2] Styling, more than any other feature, sells cars. There have been many examples of a manufacturer trying to sell a car that is reliable, easy to drive, and comfortable, but nobody wants the vehicle because it’s as ugly as a mud fence. Buyers always want the good looking car, especially if it is the “hot” car at the time. Look at the 1964 1/2 Mustang for example. While the new car was basically a Falcon under the skin, guess which car had buyers lined up around the block? Speaking of Mustangs, we have an example of this phenomenon right here. Found here on craigslist out of Knoxville, Tennessee for the asking price of $5600, this 1970 Mustang Mach 1 fastback is a perfect example of style taking precedent over everything else. Despite the fact that the car is in rough condition, it is still commanding a price over and above that of a coupe in better condition. Thanks to Clinton H, we can analyze this diamond in the rough.



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Driver-Front-View-e1501695716976.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Driver-Front-View-e1501695716976.jpg"}[/IMG2] There are a lot of appealing options on this Mustang. First off, it is a Mach I, which was only offered in a “Sports Roof” body style. This was Ford’s name for a fastback for a while. The Mach 1 package included a matte black hood with hood pins, a hood scoop, beefier suspension, chrome gas cap and exhaust tips, upgraded wheels, a chin spoiler on the front, a deck lid spoiler, and rear window louvers. This car appears to be equipped with a 351 cubic inch V-8 engine and a 3 speed FMX automatic. Whether the rear end is a “traction lok” or open rear end is not told to us by the owner. The other good news is that it the factory paint is a dark ivy green metallic, which is fairly close to the dark highland green that was made famous on the Bullit Mustang.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Side-Hood-and-Roof-View-e1501695736353.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Side-Hood-and-Roof-View-e1501695736353.jpg"}[/IMG2] If this car were a standard coupe, I doubt that any of us would even give it a passing glance. The saving grace for this Mustang is those beautiful fastback lines. Good looks like this can get a guy in trouble, and make no mistake, this Mustang would be a lot of trouble to get back to show condition. Your first clue is that the owner says the purchase includes a set of floor pans. The second clue is the rust we see in the fenders and the sills, complete with a few areas where it looks like Bondo was slathered on to hide some not so subtle bumps and bruises. There are dents in the rear panels behind the quarter panels and there will be a fairly large chrome bill awaiting the new owner.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Engine-Cropped.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"416","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Engine-Cropped.jpg"}[/IMG2] When looking under the hood, the only thing I can think of is the line from Talladega Nights: “It looks like the Pep Boys threw up”. Obviously, this car hasn’t seen the road in some time. It almost looks like it has been underwater, but my guess is that these are the long term effects of sitting in a yard with a tarp over it. The owner doesn’t tell us whether it is locked up or not, but I wouldn’t be surprised. The good news is that the shock tower and brace appear to be restorable and that there is a Ford air conditioning compressor of the correct vintage in place.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Side-View-e1501695770581.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Passenger-Side-View-e1501695770581.jpg"}[/IMG2] The picture above gives us a clue to the condition of the interior. Unfortunately, this clue is right up there with seeing the big gash in the side of the Titanic’s hull. The owner does have a good set of front seats for the car, but the rest of the interior is the definition of trashed. He was kind enough to provide two rather shaky videos of the car, which can be found on YouTube here and at here.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/1970-Mustang-Driver-Rear-View-e1501695793109.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/1970-Mustang-Driver-Rear-View-e1501695793109.jpg"}[/IMG2] While there are a lot of negatives about this car, it does have some pluses. The body panels are all salvageable and there are plenty of reproduction panels and patch panels out there if they end up being rougher than they look in the pictures. The glass looks to be intact and useable, and the aftermarket wheels, if the passenger front one can be found, might be good trading fodder at a swap meet. Yet, despite all of this, if it were a coupe, it would be headed to the junkyard. It will take a lot of money to get this one back together and you will probably not break even at the end.
To me, a restoration to original would probably be too costly in money and time for the reward of showing it. This Mustang would be a good candidate for a resto-mod though. I would combine the Mach 1 styling elements such as the spoilers, hood scoop, and louvers, with the awesome color. I would then install the most unobtrusive roll cage as possible, Dynamat the interior, and put in some modern bucket seats in the front. The back seat would be omitted, and the space carpeted over. I’d beef up the suspension and add Wilwood brakes at all four corners. For a drivetrain, maybe add one of those new Coyote crate motors from Ford performance, a Ford racing Tremec 5 speed, and a built Ford 9″ rear end. I think I could enjoy something like that, that is, if I could enjoy anything after selling my kidneys to fincance the project. For those beautiful fastback lines, and the howl of that Coyote engine, I think it would be worth the trade.


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351 Ford Engine under hood.

[h=1]The Only Kid On The Block With One: 1975 Bricklin SV-1[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bricklin-Passenger-Rear-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Bricklin-Passenger-Rear-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] If you are not already a major automobile manufacturer, you can try to become one. However, the track record for those who try is abysmal. Just ask Malcolm Bricklin and, later, John DeLorean. While the DeLorean story is well known, the Bricklin story is a little farther in the past, and not nearly as famous. Designed as a “safety sports car,” the Bricklin was built in Saint John, New Brunswick in Canada from 1974 to late 1975. The cars were rather unusually styled for the day, especially with their gull-wing doors and fairly large bumpers. Around 42 years later, you can still find these cars at reasonable prices. Take a look at this 1975 Bricklin SV-1 for sale here on Craigslist for just $8500. It’s located in Milton, Florida. This car needs some work, but is intact and it runs!



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bricklin-Drivers-Front-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Bricklin-Drivers-Front-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Malcolm Bricklin was a very smart man who dreamed big. He made his fortune building up a hardware store chain called Handyman. Then he became the first importer for Subaru Automobiles in North America. When he sold his interest in Subaru of America, Bricklin set his sights on building his own car. Bricklin and his associates ended up designing a sports car that exceeded all safety standards at the time, complete with a tubular steel perimeter frame and roll cage and bumpers that could withstand impacts at higher speeds than most cars. He was so safety conscious that the cars were built without cigarette lighters and ashtrays because Bricklin thought that smoking while driving was unsafe. The body was made of an acrylic overlaid fiberglass, and featured gull-wing doors that were operated by an electrically driven hydraulic pump. Originally, the cars were available with an AMC 360 cubic inch V-8 and either a four speed manual or three speed automatic. Later versions were equipped with a 351 cubic inch Ford V-8 and only offered an automatic transmission. While there are claims that the dealers had orders for thousands of these cars, production stopped when New Brunswick pulled their financial resources from the project.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bricklin-Passenger-Front-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Bricklin-Passenger-Front-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] While the owner claims to have driven this 1975 Bricklin recently, this car needs some help to get back up to good condition. The body has what looks to be some chips and scrapes in it. The idea of the acrylic bonded fiberglass panels was that the acrylic top coat was made with colorings that replaced paint. If there was a scratch or blemish, you were supposed to buff it out of the acrylic. In the pictures we see here, the chips are either completely through the acrylic and we are seeing naked fiberglass, or someone scuffed up the finish and painted the car with standard automotive paint. It’s just too hard to tell from the photos. The car also needs some work on the belt line trim, and the wheels are not stock.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bricklin-Interior-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Bricklin-Interior-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The poles holding up the doors point to a large problem. Bricklins used an electrically driven hydraulic pump that operated a hydraulic cylinder to open the doors. This system took a lot of electricity, and would wear down the battery, leaving you with the undignified task of climbing through the rear hatch to get into the driver’s seat. When this system failed, it leaked hydraulic fluid into the cockpit. There is an upgrade that will convert this system to an air compressor driven operation, but it costs $1000 or so to complete. To add insult to injury, these cars leaked around the gull-wing doors, and would create the perfect environment for rust, mold, and mildew. The interior of this Bricklin doesn’t look too bad for its age, especially considering the build quality of the time. However, there appears to be pitting or corrosion around the steering column, and some type of debris has fallen into the seats. These cars do rust, so a thorough inspection would be a great idea on this car.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/Bricklin-Rear-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/Bricklin-Rear-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The sketchy build quality extends to the rear hatch area, but there is not much there to worry with. The carpeting matches that on the floor boards, and it is a bit wrinkly for some reason. The side panels of the hatch area look to be made of some type of vinyl, and there is a little work to be done there to get them looking ship shape again. The area around the inside of the hatch is pretty dark. I am not sure if that is dirt, mold, or surface rust. On the bright side, the struts are holding the hatch up pretty well. Given how fast they fail on modern cars, my guess is that these are replacements.
While I have always been a Bricklin fan, and I like the color of this car, I am a bit leery about it. From the look of the car, it has likely sat outside for some time. Given their propensity for leaking, I’d be worried about water damage in the interior. The seat material looks good. Too good for what looks to be a thin fabric in a car this old. With the carpet being a gold color, it is hard to tell if there are any leaks, but the debris and corrosion we see has to have a reason for being there. Furthermore, the more I look at it, the more I think this is a re-paint. If standard paints are used over the acrylic, then the paint will separate and flake off. The solvents also destroy the acrylic, so I hope I am wrong about the re-paint. On the good side, it uses a 351 cubic inch Ford engine, so parts and upgrades shouldn’t be any problem.
This could be a good car at a pretty good price, or it could be a gull-winged hole to throw money down. As with every car we review, inspect carefully before buying, and buyer beware in every case.



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[h=1]Playboy Pink! 1969 American Motors AMX 390 Color Code 00[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/k1-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/k1-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Is pink your color? This car comes with an interesting back-story involving its color and Playboy magazine. Even if you’re not a fan of pink, this 1969 American Motors Corporation AMX for sale here on eBay has much to offer the new owner. It can be found in Venice, Florida.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/k2-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/k2-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The color might remind you of a Barbie toy, but AMC wasn’t playing when they put together the Javelin-based AMX. The AMX design began as a show car on the 1966 Auto Show circuit, and production models debuted in 1968. This car got the top-of-the-line big block 390 cid V8 rated at 340 HP, though it may have produced as much as 420 HP (gross).

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/k3-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/k3-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Never afraid to push the envelope of “interesting” cars, American Motors built something truly unique with the AMX (American Motors eXperimental), the first new American two-seater since the 1957 Thunderbird.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/07/k4-1-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/07\/k4-1-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Thankfully the interior was spared the Pepto Bismol treatment, and looks clean, tidy, and complete. So what about the story of the pink paint job? A 1968 car wearing this color and paint code “00” was awarded to the Playboy Magazine’s Playmate of the Year, and an admiring customer in Missouri was able to order the same color on this 1969 car. The eBay classified listing story about the paint job seems to be supported on Wikipedia, along with many other interesting facts about the AMX. Any buyer should execute their due diligence in validating the provenance of a car when its history or options contribute to its future value. Though its current state is barely described in the listing, it appears to be thoroughly restored, at least cosmetically. The ideal buyer might be the collector who “has everything,” or a female AMC enthusiast, or the wife of one. It’s offered at a very precise $54,983. What do you think it’s worth?


More: American / American Motors / AMX / Restoratio

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Nice Rice !

[h=1]Straight Driver: 1974 Datsun 260Z[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/74-Datsun-260Z-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/74-Datsun-260Z-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] What is there to say, that hasn’t already been said about the Datsun Z car? It is the Japanese sports car that stole America’s heart 47 years ago. The Z car is still relevant today with many who have been long term fans, as well as the up and coming generation that appreciate the styling, history, and capabilities of the chassis. This early 260 has seen a repaint or two in its day, but appears to be a solid car, which makes this Z a hot commodity. Ready to drive home for your next big build, this Z is currently bid up to $1,325.00. Take a look at it here on ebay out of Las Vegas, Nevada.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/74-Datsun-260Z-2-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/74-Datsun-260Z-2-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood we can see what appears to be a mostly stock and original Z car aside from the factory carburetors. Although running, and in good health, the Holley carb may drive the purists insane, as the early “SU” style carbs often perform beautifully, and look great. It is clear from the engine bay that this Z has undergone a color change at some point, but it would appear this 260 began life as a silver Z.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/74-Datsun-260Z-3-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/74-Datsun-260Z-3-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Western cars and Z cars especially can have abysmal interiors having suffered from long term sun exposure. Thankfully this interior has a nice look, and is quite clean minus a few condition issues. The biggest issue, and certainly a common one with the Z’s is a cracked dashboard. The radio is missing, and the passenger side window crank is missing as well. Although for appearing as a mostly original interior, I would say this Z interior has survived nicely.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/74-Datsun-260Z-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/74-Datsun-260Z-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Purple is the most apparent color on this Z, but looking closely at the rear of the car, it is clear this 260 once was red. There are some areas where the purple paint is rolling off much like an Earl Shibe paint job. The seller stresses that the car is rust free, and that there is no filler to be found. After a few color changes, and old Datsuns natural propensity to rust, I would definitely use a magnet to be sure. Quite straight, there is only one area of concern in the body work arena. There is a dent in the rocker right before the passenger side wheel arch. The metal is dented and punctured, with a few minor waves around it. Certainly not the end of the world for this Z car, but a small amount of body work would be needed to resolve the issue. Solid Z cars are becoming harder to find as time marches on, and prices have definitely been on the rise as well. With some paint and body work, and a dash pad, this 260 could be a very nice project. Would you jump on this solid Z?




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[h=1]Early Turbo Coupe: 1983 Ford Thunderbird[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thunderbird-side-e1502250810908-630x319.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"319","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/thunderbird-side-e1502250810908-630x319.jpg"}[/IMG2] This 1983 Ford Thunderbird turbo coupe wears an unusual shade of forest green paint and is a pleasing mix between a sensibly upgraded example and one that hasn’t been boosted to death. The seller claims its early birthdate places it among the rarest of the turbocharged two-doors, and you’ll find it here on eBay with a seemingly reasonable Buy-It-Now of $3,500.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thunderbird-rear-e1502250858366-630x370.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"370","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/thunderbird-rear-e1502250858366-630x370.jpg"}[/IMG2] It’s likely that this is a repaint, despite looking quite complete – door jambs, underhood and even along the frame rails displays matching green paint. The closest thing to this shade is more of a pistachio hue found on non-turbo models, but the next generation Thunderbird was offered with a deep green like this car. This example is outfitted with the desirable manual transmission and a few other upgrades to aid in reliable operation.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thunderbird-interior-e1502250878789-630x383.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"383","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/thunderbird-interior-e1502250878789-630x383.jpg"}[/IMG2] Bucket seats present well for the age, though the aftermarket gauges on the A-pillar are a distraction. Perhaps they can be justified if they provide an extra set of eyes for monitoring boost levels and other indicators of healthy operation. The seller has made a number of fixes and tweaks, including a rebuilt turbo, upgraded impeller, and an Omni front-mount intercooler. Later Mustang GT wheels are mounted, but the original TRX rollers are included.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/thunerbird-underside-e1502250896746-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/thunerbird-underside-e1502250896746-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Underneath, this Thunderbird is impressively clean, supporting the seller’s proclamation of rust-free condition. While it’s uncertain whether the early build date makes this Thunderbird any more desirable than a later turbo coupe, a manual transmission-equipped example is always worth a closer look. Even if the paint isn’t original, it works well in this application and the Thunderbird would be a grand slam if that suspension were dropped a few inches closer to the ground.


More: American / Ford / Projects

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Top Dog in 1987.

[h=1]No Reserve! 1987 Buick Grand National[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-1-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-1-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] We have seen quite a few Grand Nationals recently, they’re undoubtedly one of the hot bubble cars right now. Or, maybe they aren’t a bubble car and they’re really that good and that valuable. This 1987 Buick Grand National is a no-reserve auction on eBay and there is a current bid price of just over $7,000! It’s located in beautiful Savannah, Georgia.



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-2-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-2-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] This car is “all original and is a time capsule barn find. It has been sitting for the past 17 years.” Apparently, “the ignition lock cylinder locked up with the key in it and the previous owner let it sit and time passed by. Lock cylinder has been replaced and it starts right up.” It’s hard to argue with the current bid price, if this one checks out it could be a super bargain. Prices are all over the map for Grand Nationals, from the low-$10,000s to $100,000; at least as far as asking prices go.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-3-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-3-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Ok, there’s some work to do on this car as you can see. This is really a Buick Regal that’s been tarted up to within an inch of its life, so hopefully parts can be found from a regular ol’ Regal of the same vintage for the body parts. The seller says that this “car is not drivable, because the electric motor that powers the brakes is seized up, but it will move and is able to be put on a trailer with the help of the parking brake.” Bummer. Add that to the to-do list. But, $7,000! Of course, it’ll sell for more than that but, hey, a guy can dream.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-4-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-4-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior looks great from the one angle that the seller shows of it. I’m never quite sure why people don’t run a vacuum over things and clean them up a bit before listing vehicles for sale?

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-5-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/081117-1987-Buick-Grand-National-5-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s what this beast is all about: Buick’s famous 3.8L V6, but this one is turbocharged with an advertised horsepower rating of 235. Many people think that was way under-reported power, but even 235 is nothing to sneeze at, especially for 1987. The Grand National is known to have been a terror to other cars of the time, such as Corvettes, Camaros, Mustangs, and the usual suspects. Give me a Grand National any day of the week over those cars. I like my vehicles to be unusual and these are unusual. What do you think this one will sell for? And, how much would it take to turn it into a reliable daily racer? I mean, daily driver?


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Sweet 59, when Fins were in.

[h=1]Finned Mopar: 1959 Plymouth Belvedere[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-1-e1502469759128-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-1-e1502469759128-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] Hank in Ohio is ready to sell this tidy-looking 1959 Plymouth Belvedere 2 Door Hardtop, offered on Hemmings for $21,900 obo. Designer Virgil “Ex” Exner rocked the world with his lineup of boldly finned Chryslers that debuted in 1957. The fins changed each year until 1961, their final year.



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-2-e1502328378857-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-2-e1502328378857-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] In this picture I see the same engine, valve covers, master cylinder, and some other doo-dads from my 318 Polysphere-equipped 1966 Dodge Coronet. This 318 cubic inch V8 shares virtually nothing with the 1967-to-present “LA” 318, though I can tell you that the distributor bushing (at least) is the same. The “Polyspherical” head engine was Chrysler’s attempt to build a “semi-Hemi”, an engine with the benefits of the famous hemispherical combustion chamber but without the hemi’s more complicated (and labor-rich) dual rocker setup.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-3-e1502328412663-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-3-e1502328412663-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Belvedere model sat below Plymouth’s Fury (a ’58 Fury starred in the movie Christine), but it will definitely draw a crowd at your local K-Mart. The mock spare tire cover lends a vintage touch, one shared with other Chryslers of the day.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-4-630x474.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"474","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1959-Plymouth-Belvedere-2-Door-Hardtop-4-630x474.jpg"}[/IMG2] This interior is not perfect, but the seller says it’s a good driver and everything works except the radio! The new wide-whitewalls look perfect. The seller seems to know the market and cautions against low-ballers. What’s your best offer for this fine fin-mobile?


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[h=1]How To Squint Menacingly: 1977 Pontiac Trans Am W72[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1977-TransAm-e1502326850183-630x331.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"331","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1977-TransAm-e1502326850183-630x331.jpg"}[/IMG2] Ever since I was a little kid, I’ve been a huge fan of two things: Pontiac F-Body cars, and Clint Eastwood movies. In 1974’s Thunderbolt and Lightfoot, those two worlds collide; Eastwood and co-star Jeff Bridges drive a 1973 Trans Am in the first few scenes that Bridges stole from a used-car lot. Though this Trans Am is a 1977 model, its front end squints menacingly like Eastwood in his prime, and is a valuable 400 W72 car. Find it here on eBay in Troy, Michigan, with reserve not met.



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1977-TransAm2-e1502327388753-630x298.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"298","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1977-TransAm2-e1502327388753-630x298.jpg"}[/IMG2] After facing near death after its 1972 model year, the Trans Am (and the car it was based off of, the Firebird) soldiered on through the Seventies as the soul survivor of the muscle car era. For 1977, the Trans Am gained a handsome face-lift, giving it a youthful and aggressive look. Overall, 68,744 Trans Ams were built for the 1977 model year, compared to just 1,286 built for the 1972 model year. Purchased by its current owner from a friend back in 1979, this 1977 Trans Am is nicely spec’d with t-tops, snowflake wheels, bright stainless trim, and the Screaming Chicken hood decal. I love the red paint with Screaming Chicken hood decal, which nicely complements the bright stainless trim, and the fact that this car has the split dual exhaust. I would swap the generic black-wall tires for a set of BF Goodrich Radial T/As, and shelve the original snowflake wheels for a reproduction set so the original wheels can be preserved.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1977-TransAm3-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1977-TransAm3-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though the 455 was dropped after 1976, the 400 was still available, and this car is optioned with the W72 400. Rated at 200 horsepower and 325 lb-ft of torque, only the Dodge Little Red Express made more horsepower at 225. Though I would have preferred the T-10 4 speed, this car is optioned with the 3-speed automatic (most likely the TH-350), which is still a nice and durable transmission. The car’s build sheet is included with all of the options selected, and the car is nicely spec’d mechanically. During its 40-year life, the car and its drivetrain has traveled only 29,510 miles; if this car had higher miles I would probably build up the 400 and swap the TH-350 for a 700R4 or a manual transmission, but I think it would be best to leave the car untouched mechanically.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1977-TransAm4-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1977-TransAm4-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] It’s a shame that there isn’t a splash of blue in this interior, because this just might be the most patriotic-colored interior that I’ve ever seen. Inside, this car is nicely optioned with a red interior with white seats (I would have preferred all red personally; it’s probably a pain to not get those seats dirty). The car is nicely optioned with air conditioning, power windows, AM/FM radio, and a slew of other options. I personally would have preferred manual windows with no air conditioning (my dad owns a 1975 Trans Am with the 455, and since it’s optioned with the air conditioning it’s a pain to work on), but that’s just me. Overall, this may be one of the nicest and low-mileage late second-generation Trans Ams available, and when you factor in the options, this car will be a nice car to get (if it can be bought at the right price). What are your thoughts on this clean, mostly original low mile Trans Am W72?


Read more at http://barnfinds.com/squint-menacingly-1977-pontiac-trans-w72/#h2VrT6hk89Iwcg2B.99
 
[h=1]BF AUCTION: 1972 Mustang Mach 1[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] We are extremely excited to be help Drew find a new home for this Mustang Mach 1. He actually doesn’t live too far from our office and brought it by for us to have a closer look! The picture you see above is from when it was pulled out of storage just recently. It has since been cleaned up and is now back on the road. It does have a few minor imperfections in the paint, but it looks fantastic overall. Drew is helping the original owner of the car find a new home for it and they decided that auctioning it right here on Barn Finds sounded like the perfect way to do it!



image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-6-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-6-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Seller’s Description: 1972 Mustang Mach 1. Still registered to the original owner. Warehouse find. Unrestored in extremely good original condition. 351 Cleveland engine, automatic transmission. The original owner drove it from 1972 until about 1982 when it went into warehouse storage for 34 years. The car was repainted the original color before it went into storage. The following has been done since coming out of storage last year. New B.F. Goodrich Radial TA tires. Gas tank removed and cleaned. Carb rebuilt. Tune-up. New belts and hoses. New rear brakes. Transmission serviced. New coolant and fluids. Engine compartment detailed. The interior is extremely clean. There is a small seam separation in the drivers seat as shown in pictures. The car drives and handles very well.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-Engine-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-Engine-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] While Drew had the car at our office, we grabbed some additional photos of it. We can attest that it really looks as good in person as it does in photos. From a condition standpoint, our only complaint is that someone decided to repaint the engine. They didn’t take anything apart, they masked everything off quite carefully, but there is some overspray on the headers and they even painted the alternator. It looks alright at first glance, but it’s something the next owner might want to do right.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-Engine-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-Engine-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] From an options standpoint, it’s a fairly basic car. The 302 was the standard engine for the Mach 1 in ’72, with the 351 as an option. There were several 351s available, but this car was equipped with the base two barrel engine. With the two barrel carb it is rated at just 177 horsepower, but it does create a respectable 284 ft. lbs. of torque. It runs great and sounds nice, but it certainly won’t be waking up any of the neighbors. A set of headers and a new exhaust system would help to remedy that issue, while also addressing some of the blue overspray.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-Interior-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-Mach-1-Interior-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] Other than the popped seam in the driver’s seat, the interior looks great and Drew believes it’s original. We can’t say for sure if it is or not, but it looks correct and the carpet around the gas pedal shows the kind of wear you’d expect to see in a car with 69k miles.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/BF-1972-Mustang-6-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/BF-1972-Mustang-6-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] While we tend to prefer original paint when possible, we can definitely appreciate a high quality older respray. It was done sometime in the eighties when the car was parked and we couldn’t find any overspray, bubbling, or signs of poorly done body work. There is a brand on the title but it’s not because of accident damage or anything like that. The owner lost the original title and there wasn’t a record of it in Idaho’s computer system, so they put a brand on it that expires in two years. That shouldn’t cause any problems because the car is still with the original owner, but make sure your State can do the transfer before bidding.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1972-Mustang-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1972-Mustang-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] We wish every classic that came out of a storage unit cleaned up this great, but you have to give Drew some credit for why it looks so great. He’s clearly spent considerable time detailing it. The owner lives in New York now and wants to see it go to a good home, so if you’d love to make this Mustang yours, be sure to bid! Thanks Drew for giving us a chance to find a good home for it! If you have a classic that just came out of storage and needs a new home, please consider auctioning it here on Barn Finds.
Location: Boise, Idaho
Mileage: 69,000
Title: Clean (Brand expires in 2 years)


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A Trans Am wanna be.

[h=1]Weird Looking Pontiac: 1970 VW Karmann Ghia[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/wth-side-e1502822845225.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/wth-side-e1502822845225.jpg"}[/IMG2] This isn’t your typical kit-car. In fact, this isn’t a kit-car at all! Reader Pat L. sent us this Karmann Ghia that has been turned into a miniature Pontiac Firebird–sort of. The front clip is a 1976 Firebird clip that has been cut down and otherwise modified to fit seamlessly onto the Karmann Ghia. I’m not an expert on homemade modifications or one-off custom builds, but this looks to have been done quite well! I can’t even imagine the process that was used to make a Firebird front end fit onto a Karmann Ghia. They even put t-tops in the roof! Find this strange but cool little VW here on craigslist in South Carolina with an asking price of $2,900.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/wth-front.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/wth-front.jpg"}[/IMG2] The presentation could certainly be better, but this car could almost be confused for an actual Pontiac at a distance. The fact that someone has seamlessly created a car that has never existed before and made something that doesn’t look awful is truly impressive. I kind of dig it. The creator of this Volkswagen Firebird has put an American twist on a German favorite, for better or for worse. With the correct wheel and tire setup, this could be a slick little Karmann Ghia. Speaking of wheels and tires, the seller states that this car is sitting on 1979 Mustang wheels which confirms my initial suspicion when viewing the ad: these are Michelin TRX wheels. If you are unfamiliar, TRX wheels require special and currently very hard to come by tires that are measured in metric sizes only. For example, instead of a 13 inch wheel a car with TRX wheels might have 315mm wheels, which equates to 12.4 inches.

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wth-engine.jpg
Under the hood is a Volkswagen engine, which is said to have not run in 10 years. The seller states “Currently it has a standard VW engine which was not intended to be permanent; a high-performance engine was intended.” This means that the seller and I are on the exact same page! If its going to look the part of a miniature American muscle car, this car had better have the miniature muscle to back it up. Though there’s not a tremendous amount of space to work with back here, there is certainly some and the right person will find a way to fit something interesting in this car.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/wth-rear.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/wth-rear.jpg"}[/IMG2] The rear remains relatively unmodified aside from the apparent removal of the tail light lenses. It strikes me odd that for all the work done for the t-tops and mating the Firebird clip to this car that someone would leave the back half of the car unmodified. While its certainly funky, I think some type of modification to smooth out the transition from the Pontiac front to the Volkswagen rear would be in order. Regardless, this car is cool. What would you do with it?


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[h=1]Wood Brothers Approved: 1968 Mercury Cyclone[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Drivers-Side-View-630x355.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"355","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Drivers-Side-View-630x355.jpg"}[/IMG2] Few traditions last in NASCAR. Drivers come and go. Teams get sold or go out of business. Cars change shape, and tracks get added and subtracted at the whims of the France family and Bruton Smith. However, one team has managed to survive all of this change, and their cars still have the same color scheme at nearly every race. The Wood Brothers, Glen and Leonard, started racing “stock cars” in 1950, and their team is still competitive today. Wood Brothers cars are known for two things: meticulous preparation and a red roof and white body paint scheme. The Wood Brothers are also known for hiring some of the best drivers in the world, and that list makes up twenty of NASCAR’s official best drivers list. Of those drivers, Cale Yarborough was one of their most successful. In 1968, with a Mercury Cyclone as his weapon, Yarborough won six major NASCAR races. If you are a fan of the Wood Brothers, Cale Yarborough, or just fond of this very competitive era of racing, then today is your lucky day. This fairly solid 1968 Mercury Cyclone, sporting Wood Brothers colors, can be found in Byron, Georgia on Craigslist for just $3850.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1968-Mercury-Drivers-Front-View-630x355.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"355","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1968-Mercury-Drivers-Front-View-630x355.jpg"}[/IMG2] In the late sixties, manufacturers were in an all out war to win on Sunday and sell on Monday. Aerodynamics and horsepower were the order of the day. Mercury took NASCAR by storm in 1968 with their aerodynamic Cyclone. It was named the fastest car of 1968 after a specially prepared Cyclone lapped Daytona International Speedway at 189.22 miles per hour. That wasn’t all. The Wood Brothers, with Cale Yarborough behind the wheel, captured the 1968 Daytona 500 with a Cyclone. The team managed to also win at Atlanta, Martinsville, Darlington, and at the July Firecracker 400 at Daytona. With those wins, Mercury was able to sell a lot of Cyclones. Mondays were never as sweet again for Mercury salesmen.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Interior-630x356.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"356","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Interior-630x356.jpg"}[/IMG2] Mercury was so proud of the Cyclone’s winning ways that a special edition was built for a promotion tied into the Atlanta race. Customers in the southeast sales region could order a special edition Cyclone in either Wimbledon White or Calypso Coral, and have it delivered to them at the Atlanta race. The 160 lucky customers were driven to the track by the dealer, given two tickets to the race, had a meet, greet, and eat with Cale Yarborough, Tiny Lund, and Lee Roy Yarbrough, and were even got to take two parade laps with Cale leading them in the race car. At first glance, this car’s exterior color and proximity to Atlanta raise questions as to whether or not it might be a promotion car. However, it seems to be missing the proper badges and may be a repainted blue car. As for badges, it seems all of the special edition cars had Cyclone 500 badging on the rear quarter panels. A Marti report would be a nice way to confirm this and any other interesting options, but there is no mention of the car having one by the owner.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Floor-Rust-630x356.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"356","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Floor-Rust-630x356.jpg"}[/IMG2] The car is, by late sixties Ford standards, in fairly rust free condition. There is a rusted through area in the passenger rear floorboard, and the owner states that the front floor pans have been replaced. He does have the original bench seat, but there is no mention as to where the rest of the interior is. One thing to note is that it is missing the fuel tank, and it is currently being moved around using a hose and a fuel can. If you go look at it, remember to bring your fire extinguisher.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Engine-Compartment-630x356.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"356","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1968-Mercury-Cyclone-Engine-Compartment-630x356.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood, we see more evidence that the white exterior color may not be factory original. Overspray appears on the rubber hood stops and seems to have drifted into other areas. As for the engine, the owner has replaced the carburetor and intake manifold, and has done some other freshening to get it back in running order. He did keep the original carburetor and intake manifold, so returning it to factory original shouldn’t be a problem. It would be nice to know what size engine is resting under the hood, but we aren’t in the know on that. Some more details could go a long way in selling this car.
With prices for bigger sporty Ford products of this era on the rise, this one may merit a closer look. The racing pedigree for the model is an added bonus. Prospective buyers will have to accept that Mercurys usually don’t quite bring the same prices as Fords of the era, but that also lowers the cost of entry. It is a fairly solid car that would be good for building a Wood Brothers/Cale Yarborough tribute car. My concerns would be replacing the interior if it were not saved, and what the underside looked like as far as rust is concerned. My guess is that it was a base car, or at least one with few options. If so, then I wouldn’t feel bad shoe horning in a big block engine and a modern transmission to make it a very fast cruiser. It just seems right to repaint it in the Wood Brothers paint scheme. The red and white paint scheme compliments this particular body style, and is a fitting tribute to a glorious year for that historic race team.


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[h=1]Possible Pig In A Poke: 1988 Mustang Convertible[/h]
image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Passenger-Front-View-e1503206895263.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"375","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Passenger-Front-View-e1503206895263.jpg"}[/IMG2] Sometimes you just stumble on a great deal. Other times, you stumble on a great deal that turns out to be a real lesson from the P.T. Barnum School of Business. With this particular Mustang, I cannot tell what is going on. It is a Fox body convertible, it has a 5.0 V-8 engine, a 5-speed manual transmission, and it looks to be in pretty good condition. However, its the price that scares me. This 1988 Ford Mustang convertible, located in Pinson, Alabama, is for sale on Craigslist for just $2000. While the owner states that the car was backed into, and provides pictures of the damage, this still seems to be a smoking good deal on a Fox body that is in fairly good condition.


image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Damaged-Drivers-Quarter-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Damaged-Drivers-Quarter-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] As you can see, the damage is not too severe. It doesn’t appear that there is any damage to the inner structure, and a good body man could probably repair that panel without going through all the trouble to replace it. The paint on the rest of the car looks good enough that a total repaint probably wouldn’t be needed either. Spotting it in would be a more inexpensive option, and the repair would likely blend in well enough to fool the average observer. Of course, all of this relies on finding a good body man. My guess is that it could be fixed for under $500, but I’d like to hear reader’s opinions on that estimate.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Damaged-Drivers-Quarter-Two-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Damaged-Drivers-Quarter-Two-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] This second picture of the damage isn’t as clear. The dark blue paint hides the damage a bit, but you can see the fender flare and the crease leading to the trunk would be your biggest concerns here. Another concern shows up in this picture. The vinyl under the back window on the convertible top looks to have a tear in it. Pictures show the car parked under a cover, and let’s hope it stays there. A water leak in that area can cause a lot of damage, from mold and odors to the usual rust.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] At first glance, the interior looks good. There is a crack in the arm rest, and the cheesy steering wheel cover would have to go. The dash looks to be crack free, and the carpet looks to be in good order, especially for not having the factory floor mat installed. At the top of the picture, it looks like the top needs some repair.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-Two-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-Two-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The picture from the passenger side doesn’t paint as rosy a picture. We can now see the small tear in the passenger seat that was hidden before. It looks like it could be repaired at a reasonable price, but I would be concerned about the repair blending in with the fading evident on the seat. Perhaps the seats could be dyed to hide the sun damage, but with fading comes a weakening of the fabric. We can also see the ash tray area. It doesn’t look like the ash tray has been used, but is that a pack of cigarettes holding the cover open? I can’t see for the handbrake, but the yellowing on the white vinyl part of the driver’s seat could be a sign of nicotine staining. It also appears that an aftermarket stereo unit has been installed, and I would be happy with that if it were limited to just an upgrade of the unit itself. I’ve owned a Ford of this vintage with a stereo, and I upgraded as soon as possible to something more user friendly.

image: http://cdn.barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-Three-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/cdn.barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1988-Mustang-Interior-View-Three-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] In the back seat, we see more of the staining. However, I think this could be cleaned up with some elbow grease and liberal applications of cancer causing chemicals. Under the seats we see the large aftermarket speakers that were insanely common in cars of this vintage. Often blaring 2 Live Crew at ground shaking levels, stereo systems in this era caused a lot of problems. Stereo shops were the tattoo parlors of their day, and they seemed to be on every block in the late 1980s and early 1990s. Often staffed by people who found automotive electrical systems mystifying, installations frequently caused electrical problems ranging from overtaxed alternators to constant questions about burning smells. I’d check this are over very well, but it probably is OK considering the car hasn’t melted to the ground yet.
So, what we have here is a desirable Mustang, with a desirable engine and a manual transmission. If it were a notchback coupe, there would already be a traffic jam into this little town and a pro wrestling style battle royale in the guy’s yard. I just cannot figure out why it is so cheap. While we don’t know the mileage, it doesn’t appear to have that much wear and tear. The owner also states that it runs and drives, and that the title status is clean. Hopefully, one of you can head down there and inspect this little convertible and tell us if it is the deal we all hope it is.


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[h=1]Fastback Barn Find: 1965 Ford Mustang[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1965-Mustang-Fastback-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1965-Mustang-Fastback-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Said to be a real barn find car, this 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback appears to be a pretty solid project. For sale here on Craigslist in Mesa, Arizona with an asking price of $19,500. Yes, you read that right, they are asking $19,500 for this car. That price wouldn’t be out of the question if there was something special about this particular car, but the ad doesn’t indicate that there is.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1965-MUSTANG-3-e1503872871988.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"400","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1965-MUSTANG-3-e1503872871988.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood, it looks like a typical forty year old car that’s seen a pretty hard life. The ad doesn’t indicate the size of the engine, nor does it show the VIN tag. Presumably this is a 289 or 302. The ad states that it “starts and runs great.” If that’s true, it could make a potential buyer look past the visual condition. This car is for sale in Arizona, which would lead you to think bone-dry. This car appears to have more rust than usual under the hood for an Arizona “barn find” car.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1965-MUSTANG-5-e1503874938292.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"400","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1965-MUSTANG-5-e1503874938292.jpg"}[/IMG2] The ad only contains three sentences describing this car. There are quite a few pictures, which is a good thing. However, with out much information, prospective buyers aren’t left with much. I’m guessing with bare floors, and other items removed, this was someone’s project. Whether it was a true barn find, then started as a project or it was a project car that was relegated to the “barn” is hard to say. Either way, this looks like a fairly solid project. But with an asking price so high, I hope the seller is negotiable. Buyers in the market for a mid-sixties Fastback, may be better off to buy a completed restoration for a few thousand more than take on this project.


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[h=1]In Storage For 30 Years! 1965 Mustang Fastback[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/p1-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/p1-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Although this Mustang has been in storage for 30 years, it suffered it’s fair share of rust damage prior to being stored. Nevertheless, this fastback example of the first pony car might just be the ticket for someone to create the restomod of their dreams. Yes, that’s right, I said restomod, because the odds of this car ever going back together with the four-lug hardware and base inline six are about the same as me buying it from the auction here on eBay (which are pretty small considering I’m not bidding). Bidding has gone all the way up to $4,000, but as of this writing the reserve has not yet been met.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/p2-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/p2-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Based on what I think are Corvair wheel covers and the four lug wheels, I think this car has 13″ wheels, not even the later 14, which honestly is the first time I’ve seen those on a fastback (not saying it’s not common, just not in my limited early Mustang experience). And you can see the rust issues in the rocker panel and quarter panels, probably at least partially due to the Buffalo, New York location of the car. The seller also talks about trunk pan work, and I’d be checking out the torque boxes for sure. However, based on the panel seams the car does look pretty straight.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/p4-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/p4-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] It would be nice to have a rear bumper, but I think it’s in the interior. Which begs the question why did someone remove it? Perhaps they were starting on the trunk floor work? Regardless, take a moment and think about how this car must have looked in mid-1964 compared to the average car on the market. Wow, it doesn’t surprise me that the early Mustang took the auto world by storm. And to think the underpinnings were from the Falcon!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/p5-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/p5-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Speaking of those underpinnings, we can see some holes in the shock towers here and, of course, the warranty number decoder here tells us that it is the 200 cubic inch inline six cylinder we’re seeing. I was shocked to find that the orange on the valve cover and air cleaner could be original–what happened to Ford blue? Perhaps that was later. Regardless, the car isn’t running so even if you want to explore how to hop up the original engine, you’ll probably want to dive into the internals. The car supposedly has 96,000 miles on it, so it is at least possible that the engine components are ok, although I’m guessing they would at least benefit from new bearings.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/p3-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/p3-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] While the dash looks surprisingly nice, I’m pretty sure new seat upholstery will be in most folks plans. Ultimately, I do believe this will get a front/rear end suspension and brake transplant and some sort of 302/351 transplant, but I’d be more interested in what you folks think! How about sharing what you’d do with this car in the comments?


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[h=1]BF AUCTION: 1984 Ford Mustang SVO[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1984-Ford-Mustang-SVO-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1984-Ford-Mustang-SVO-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] When people think about the Mustang they normally picture something that’s basically a V8 muscle car. That’s great, but a “pony car” should be able to change direction just as good as it goes in a straight line. Right? Well, that should put the SVO on every Mustang lover’s bucket list. It had just as much horsepower as the V8 powered GT (175hp), but was much more pony-like. This particular example has been parked off and on, but is currently cleaned up and ready to run!



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Turbo-Four-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Mustang started life in Florida where it was driven occasionally as a vacation car. What a vacation car it must have been! Emissions regulations and fuel costs could be partially to blame for the creation of the SVO, but maybe we should all be thankful for that. The turbocharged four-cylinder was cleaner and more fuel efficient than the big V8, but it made just as much horsepower while also making the car more balanced. Ford worked hard to make sure the rest of the SVO was special too.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Bolstered-Seat-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Bolstered-Seat-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] On the outside you may have noticed the SVO specific hood scoop, rear spoiler, and other cosmetic effects. Inside there are high bolster buckets and they look clean enough to make the odometer reading (51k) completely believable. They look like they would also do a great job keeping you planted when the road gets twisty. Hard cornering is something you are going to want to do too because the suspension came upgraded right from the factory. Thick sway bars and Koni adjustable shocks are just a few of the tricks used to make this horsey handle.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/Hurst-Shifter-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/Hurst-Shifter-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] After its early years of sight seeing were over, the car was sold at an estate sale and moved to Tennessee where it sat unused. That’s where the current owner found it a few years back. They have since cleaned it up and gotten it running again. New fluids went in and the timing belt was replaced. It’s now running great and is ready to go. John, the owner, says that it just sits too much now and deserves to be with someone who will row that Hurst shifter (the T5 only transmission available in the SVO) a little more.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/SVO-Spoiler-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/SVO-Spoiler-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] The paint is a little dull and there are a few scratches, but it’s the original factory applied paint. It looks like the rear bumper is a little wavy too, but I’d repair any problem areas and just keep the rest polished rather than repainting the whole body. John claims that there isn’t any rust to worry about, so you might as well save the money and spend it on those fun vacations you will inevitable go on with this car. Be sure to plan some off highway excursions though so you can test out this pony’s turning abilities!
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Thanks for listing this Mustang with us John! We hope it goes to a good stable… home where it will be ridden… driven regularly. I’m tempted to bid on this one myself, but I don’t want accusations of shill bidding! Be sure to register as a bidder if you’re interested and leave any questions for John in the comments below. If any of you have a car like this that deserves to be driven more, please consider auctioning it off right here on Barn Finds!
Location: Plainfield, Illinois
Mileage: 51,000
Title Status: Clean
VIN: 1FABP28T1EF194577
[h=3]Bid On This Vehicle[/h]

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[h=1]BF AUCTION: 1986 Ford Mustang GT Convertible[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/86-stang-203-630x395.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"395","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/86-stang-203-630x395.jpg"}[/IMG2] We listed an auction for a SVO Mustang the other day, but some of you said that you’d rather have a V8 in your foxbody. Well, here you go! Throw in a five-speed and a drop top and you have a recipe for fun! Steve, the seller, purchased the car last year from the long time owner who had bought all the way back in 1988. It’s in good shape and doesn’t need much to be a nice driver. It’s located in Lindenhurst, New York and you can place your bid below!



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/86-stang-228-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/86-stang-228-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Steve would keep this car for summer cruising, but he already has a red colored twin in his garage. The engine is said to run well, but the clutch could use replacing. Other areas that could use attention include a nonfunctional horn and a bypassed heater core. It could also use some detailing inside and out to look its best, but this Mustang is unmodified and unmessed with.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/86-stang-139-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/86-stang-139-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is very nice and the door panels have already been redone. There is an aftermarket stereo in the car, but the rest of the interior is stock. This was well-optioned for the era and the best part is the air conditioning still blows cold! Usually people just claim that the system needs recharged, but we all know the truth. Steve didn’t mention if it has been converted to 134A or if it’s still running the old R12.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/86-stang-206-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/86-stang-206-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] The exterior was resprayed back in 2010, but any hidden problem areas should have bubbled up by now. The convertible top and and tires are relatively new too, so you should be able to drive this one as you address the little issues. If you are interested, please place your bids below and feel free to post your questions in the comments section. Thanks for listing this one with us Steve!
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Location: Lindenhurst, New York
Mileage: 65,480
Title Status: Clean
VIN: 1FABP27M6GF203531


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[h=1]Flared Fox-Body: 1982 Ford Mustang GT IMSA[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1982-MustangGTIMSA.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"500","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1982-MustangGTIMSA.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though I usually prefer GM’s F-bodies and Mopar’s E-bodies, I do have a soft spot for Fox-body pony cars. Usually I look more at the 1987 to 1993 Fox-body Mustangs, but more recently the 1979 to 1986 Mustangs have caught my eye, especially the rarer models. This 1982 Ford Mustang GT not only features the GT package, it also features the rarely-seen IMSA flared wide body. Find it here on eBay in Brookfield, Connecticut, with a little less than five days left to bid.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1982-MustangGTIMSA2.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"500","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1982-MustangGTIMSA2.jpg"}[/IMG2] After being redesigned in 1979, the Mustang went through an unusual period for 1980 and 1981, perhaps suffering an identity crisis or something along those lines. By 1982, however, the Mustang recovered its identity and its dignity with a slew of upgrades and new options. One of those new options making a return was the GT package, which had returned after a 13-year hiatus. Conceived to replace the former top-model Cobra, the GT included the front air dam with fog lamps and the rear spoiler from the ’79 Pace Car and the 1980 & 1981 Cobras, as well as the smaller 1979 Cobra hood scoop on its hood. Only four colors were offered on the GT model and they consisted of Dark Red, Bright Red, Silver (the featured color on this car), and Black. Featuring a base price of $8,397, 23,447 Mustang GTs were built out of 130,418 Mustangs overall.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1982-MustangGTIMSA3.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"500","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1982-MustangGTIMSA3.jpg"}[/IMG2] In addition to featuring the GT package, this Mustang features the rare IMSA package. Featuring a flared wide body and various appearance and handling packages, the IMSA Mustang is a rare sight today, and the only other one I’ve seen was for sale back in 2015. At first glance, this Mustang appears to be in great shape, and factoring in the flared wide body and the subtle gray color, the appearance screams aggression. I personally would swap the Centerline-style wheels for a set of BBS mesh wheels similar to the Mustang IMSA GTO race car wheels, but otherwise I would leave the rest of the exterior as-is, save for a set of stickier tires for the BBS wheels.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1982-MustangGTIMSA4.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"500","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1982-MustangGTIMSA4.jpg"}[/IMG2] After a three-year hiatus, the 302 returned under the Mustang’s hood for 1982 as an option, though it was standard for the GT. Rated at 157 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque, this GT’s 302 is backed by a T5 five-speed manual transmission and, featuring the IMSA package, also benefits from 3.55 gears and a Koni suspension. At some point, the Mustang’s 5.0 air cleaner was replaced by an aftermarket mesh one, and the engine bay bracing looks to be aftermarket as well. Since the 1982 5.0 is not much on power, I would throw a bunch of speed parts at it, swap in a stock 5.0 air cleaner, either paint the bracing black or source new black bracing, and build this Mustang as a corner-carving muscle machine.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/08/1982-MustangGTIMSA5.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"500","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/08\/1982-MustangGTIMSA5.jpg"}[/IMG2] Aah, nothing like an early-1980s muscle car interior. Arguably the nicest part of the car, this Mustang GT IMSA’s interior features a four-point roll cage, Recaro front bucket seats, a four-spoke sport steering wheel, and a short-throw Hurst shifter. I like the cloth inserts on the front bucket seats, and the IMSA interior modifications enhance the overall aggressive look. The interior appears to have little to no wear, and though I prefer manual windows, the power windows are still a welcome addition. Overall, this car is a unique and unusual sight to see, and though bids are high right now, the owner has another IMSA Mustang that is also for sale, and can be sold with this car as a package deal. What are your thoughts on this rare, unique Mustang GT IMSA?


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