Barn Finds

[h=1]1970 Plymouth ‘Cuda 340 4-Speed Project[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cuda-front-630x466.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"466","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cuda-front-630x466.jpg"}[/IMG2] This ‘Cuda is very rough, but worse have been brought back to life! What makes this ‘Cuda special is it is said to be an original 340 4-speed car, but more on that later. This car will need a full restoration, as it has rust in all the right(?) places! Despite being partially disassembled, this Plymouth will be a great place for a nice restoration to begin. Originally painted Vitamin-C Orange, this ‘Cuda is now wearing rust as a secondary color. Find it here on eBay in Vermont with an asking price of $11,999.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cuda-engine-630x843.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"843","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cuda-engine-630x843.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller claims that this is an original 340 4-speed car. While a 340 Chrysler small block is in place under the hood, it is stated to not be the original. This engine was “rebuilt some time ago and runs great,” which is a good sign. This car has been stored in a barn for the last decade, so having a running engine is a plus because it means that at worst, this engine can probably be rebuilt if the new owner so chooses. This is where things get interesting though, because the seller has neither a build sheet or a fender tag. Though the seller seems certain that this is a 340 ‘Cuda, there seems to be a lack of documentation as well as original drivetrain. While I’m not doubting the seller’s claims, were I a buyer I would like to see some definitive documentation of the car’s origin before spending that much money on an E-body project.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cuda-interior-e1505490599607-630x725.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"725","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cuda-interior-e1505490599607-630x725.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is there, but maybe not all complete. From this picture, it looks as though someone patched the driver’s floorboard at some point. Because sheet metal for these cars is readily available, parts sourcing will not be a challenge. Like most MoPars of the ’60s and ’70s, this car will need the “usual” sheet metal. Though the “frame rails” are in good condition, the torsion bar crossmember is shot which will need to be replaced at the time of floorpan replacement.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/cuda-rear-e1505490630809-630x499.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"499","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/cuda-rear-e1505490630809-630x499.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though a complete picture is not provided, the quarters look sort of decent. I worry that there may be some body filler hiding, as is typical of unrestored MoPars of this vintage. As E-bodies go, this ‘Cuda is not a lost cause. With some money, time, and skill this car can be restored to its former glory. If it is indeed an original 340 4-speed ‘Cuda, it will be worth every penny once restored. If it is not, it’s a 340 4-speed car now and can be enjoyed as such!


More: Barracuda / Plymouth





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[h=1]Cobra Jet Project: 1969 Mustang Mach 1[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-CJ-630x455.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"455","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-CJ-630x455.jpg"}[/IMG2] Yes this Mustang has clearly seen better days, but this massive project might just be worth all the hard work it’s going to take to revive! You see, this Mach 1 is a 428 Cobra Jet equipped car that someone stripped apart to restore. They fixed some of the rust issues, but for one reason or another they never finished. Thankfully, the mighty 428 is still with the car, well at least the seller believes it’s the original engine to the car. You can find this project here on eBay with an opening bid of just $100 and no reserve!



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-Parts-630x534.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"534","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-Parts-630x534.jpg"}[/IMG2] As you can see, this car really has been fully stripped apart and is going to need every nut and bolt restored. The seller does include lots of photos of the piles of parts, so you can at least get a basic idea of what you are getting yourself into.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Mustang-428-Cobra-Jet-630x513.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"513","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Mustang-428-Cobra-Jet-630x513.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s the 428 Cobra Jet engine, which at one time producing 335 horsepower and 440 foot pounds of torque. There’s no word as to whether it is seized up or not and given how much surface rust there is, it’s not looking hopeful. At least the major components are here and it’s out of the car waiting to be dropped off at the machine shop. Let’s just hope there’s no major issues that will keep if from being rebuilt.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-428-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Mustang-Mach-1-428-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] This really is going to be a huge undertaking, but the no reserve auction does make it more appealing. For the right price, this would be a killer project for anyone who’s dreamed of restoring a big block Mustang! The real question is, are you up to the task?


More: Ford





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My First Car back in 79 was a 75 Plymouth Valiant, same body style and engine as this one. After 6 years of driving over salt covered Quebec Roads it was scrapped. Rusted out with a 100,000 miles.

[h=1]Swingin’ Survivor: 1974 Dodge Dart Swinger[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/dart-side-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/dart-side-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though ’70s Mopars have been steadily rising in price, over the last couple of years more and more “less desirable” cars like Dusters and Darts have been coming out of the woodwork. While the potential of Chargers, Challengers, and ‘Cudas was realized almost immediately, it has only been in recent years that more common A-bodies have been gaining mainstream popularity. Though most of the well cared for examples like this 1974 Dart are drab and bland, at the end of the day it’s still a nice old Mopar. They aren’t bringing the big bucks yet, but they certainly aren’t $500 cars anymore! Thanks to Matt W. for sending us the link. This Dart has 71,000 original miles and can be found here on eBay in Wisconsin with a price of $4,900.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/dart-interior-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/dart-interior-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though the interior on this car isn’t perfect, it is nice. With a small amount of work and a large amount of cleaning, this Dart would look nearly new! Many of these cars saw damage to the seats, with split seams and bent springs. Though it isn’t visible in this picture, the dashboard can be clearly seen in several others. The dashboards in these cars have trim down the center that is textured plastic laminated with some kind of faux wood that tends to flake off with age and heat. There is also black painted metal on the lower portion of the dash that is often subject to wear and paint loss. Neither of these issues affects this Dart, nor does the common issue of dash rippling.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/dart-slant-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/dart-slant-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The engine is the mighty slant six, ready to take on many more miles! These engines are tried and true, known to be tough and reliable at the same time. Though you won’t be going anywhere fast, all this little engine asks for is regular maintenance and it will serve you well. The seller states that this car runs and drives properly, with no glaring drivetrain or suspension issues save for the park pawl not functioning. Thus, setting the brake is necessary. This car even has cold A/C!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/dart-other-side-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/dart-other-side-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Dart is originally a Texas vehicle, which would account for the lack of rust. The seller states “Mostly original paint, Had some paintwork done on it a long time ago, but it still shows decent.” The engine will need a little tinkering, as will the gauges and it will need an ignition switch. Though it isn’t perfect, it is in such nice overall condition that at the asking price it will surely make someone a nice little cruiser if they are willing to put in the effort to make it really nice.


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These were cool 20 years ago. I drove a few of these back in the day.


[h=1]1997 Camaro SS With Only 12K Miles![/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/12k-Mile-Camaro-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/12k-Mile-Camaro-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] We wouldn’t normally get too excited about a fourth generation Camaro, but this particular one has only covered 12,000 miles since it was built 20 years ago! Someone stashed it away and kept it nice so someone else could enjoy it today. This is a well-optioned machine and, as long as the seller’s reserve isn’t too high, it could make for a fun daily driver or weekend racer. It’s located in Belleville, Illinois and is listed here on eBay where bidding is currently at $2,500.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Invoice-630x762.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"762","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Invoice-630x762.jpg"}[/IMG2] Checkout that options list. It’s an SS, but someone also checked the performance exhaust, LSD, and oil cooler boxes. The most interesting addition though could be that extra set of rims and R1 competition tires. Those tires were made specifically for track use and the seller still has them. They were stored in a pole barn though so they aren’t any good. Still, it makes you wonder what the previous owner’s intentions were. Was the car used for the occasional track day?

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Performance-Induction-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Performance-Induction-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s a shot of the performance air induction listed as part of the SS package. Don’t let all the high tech looking stuff in there fool you though. This car may look modern, but it has a lot in common with its older brothers. That cold air induction system sounds a lot like the cowl induction Chevrolet used back in the day. This car also has t-tops and the interior looks like a rounded version of the 2nd generation Camaro. Not that there’s anything wrong with that.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Clean-SS-Interior-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Clean-SS-Interior-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior looks like a comfortable place to be though with lots of legroom and some modern conveniences. I can spot power seat controls, power window switches, and even a cup holder. Okay, so maybe it is a little more polished than an older Camaro, but I bet a few of you can see the similarities. The automatic transmission would not have been my first choice if I was planning on some track time, but it would be perfect for the daily commute and occasional weekend drag.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1997-Camaro-SS-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1997-Camaro-SS-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Then again, this car is almost too nice to submit to the rigors of daily use. Every door ding, paint chip, and mile driven is going to lower the value of this pristine machine. We love to see these well-preserved automobiles, but honestly they need to be driven to really be enjoyed. So, the next owner will have to decide what’s more important to them. Would you go ahead and drive it everyday? Or would you stash it away for another 20 years? The decision is yours.




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Cool 70's Muscle Car, even without the Pierre Cardin Shit.

[h=1]Designer Touch! 1973 AMC AMX Pierre Cardin[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-3-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-3-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] It’s difficult to discuss European fashion designers without picturing powerful American muscle cars. Well, that’s not actually true, but it didn’t stop American Motors Corporation from striking a deal with French fashion giant Pierre Cardin to grace its top muscle car, the AMX, with his Midas design touch. This 1973 AMC AMX Pierre Cardin in Upper Sandusky, Ohio waits here on eBay for its next owner to click “Buy It Now” and trade $4500 for this unrestored high-fashion muscle car.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-1-e1505526455252-630x423.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"423","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-1-e1505526455252-630x423.jpg"}[/IMG2] Can I get some ham with that Swiss cheese? Most of the car looks solid-ish but this right-front fender will need more than a little Bondo. Anyone about to complain that this mere Javelin is not an actual short-wheelbase AMX may have forgotten that, beginning in 1971, the AMX became a model option of the Javelin (some details courtesy of Wikipedia). Though somewhat obscured by the perforated sheet metal and tired paint, this redesigned-for ’71 AMX features front fender flares that actually rise above the top line of the fender for a decidedly aggressive look.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-2-e1505526478719-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-2-e1505526478719-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] In true barn find tradition the seller claims this Pierre Cardin AMX sat undisturbed for over 30 years and no attempt has been made to clean it or even disturb the contents, saving the wonder of discovery and exploration for the new owner.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] JavelinAMX.com decodes this power-train as the 220 HP “N” code 360-2V and three-speed floor-shifted automatic. Only the 255 HP 401 provided more thrust in ’73. This mostly stock-looking engine compartment suggests that Pierre himself would have remained comfortable driving this muscle missile with air conditioning, power brakes, and power steering all assuring that no embarrassing evidence of perspiration marred his grand entrance at the fashion show.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-5-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1973-AMC-AMX-Pierre-Cardin-5-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] As if the custom-upholstered seats weren’t classy enough, the designer touches continue on the door panels and headliner. Crafted with silicone-impregnated vinyl, these interiors are more likely to return to their original designer colors than ordinary vinyl. Even muscle-car lovers incapable of “owning” the Pierre Cardin flair must respect the comprehensive package. Some designer models boast little more than a few badges and a different pattern of seat material. What do you think of this sporty high-fashion coupe?


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From the WTF File,no wonder GM went Bankrupt.


[h=1]Hess & Eisenhardt Heritage: 1984 Chevy Celebrity[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/celebrity-convertible-1-e1505588056974-630x286.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"286","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/celebrity-convertible-1-e1505588056974-630x286.jpg"}[/IMG2] Hobby cars reflect the owner’s interests and obsessions, even if it’s a lowly Chevy Celebrity. Interestingly, this drop-top conversion has an extra dose of history attached to it, as the convertible conversion was executed by a company called Hess & Eisenhardt, which today is a premier armored vehicle manufacturer for the Deptartment of Defense. Find this obscure Celebrity conversion here on eBay with an opening bid of $3,500 and no reserve.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/celebrity-convertible-rear-e1505588095768-630x299.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"299","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/celebrity-convertible-rear-e1505588095768-630x299.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Hess & Eisenhardt connection admittedly only goes so far in terms of proving value, but it is one of those companies that epitomized the American dream from the early 1900s through the end of WWII. As the economy and consumer tastes changed, the company had to evolve from working with luxury coachbuilders like Cadillac to taking on more ordinary assignments, such as converting run-of-the-mill economy cars into convertibles.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/celebrity-convertible-interior-e1505588119593-630x306.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"306","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/celebrity-convertible-interior-e1505588119593-630x306.jpg"}[/IMG2] While we often think of ASC as the only provider of such services, this was actually a big market in the 1980s. Hess & Eisenhardt further built a name for themselves by performing electric sunroof conversions for any number of manufacturers, including Jaguar. The seller of this Celebrity has undertaken several major projects with the car, including reupholstering the interior, repainting the exterior and rebuilding the engine 15,000 miles ago.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/celebrity-convertible-front-e1505588140714-630x298.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"298","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/celebrity-convertible-front-e1505588140714-630x298.jpg"}[/IMG2] We could do without the hood scoops, rear spoiler, aftermarket taillights and racing stripe down the hood, however. All of these are easily reversible but seem like strange add-ons for a car that has otherwise been so meticulously preserved. If you’re simply seeking an oddball with an interesting backstory, $3,500 isn’t huge money to spend on a car that’s been semi-restored – but you’re still driving a Celebrity at the end of the day. Would that stop you from bidding?


More: American / Chevrolet / Oddballs / Survivors

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[h=1]Utah Red Bird: 1977 Trans Am Survivor[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-1-e1505759122298-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-1-e1505759122298-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] First of all… Snow!?! No comment in the listing here on eBay about whether these pictures are current or from earlier this year, but for the sake of Fillmore, Utah, let’s hope the latter. Though I wouldn’t take this particular 1977 Pontiac Trans Am out for a power-sliding, snow-flinging doughnut fest, it would certainly be fun. Aside from the replacement front fenders and nose cone, evidenced by the more vivid hue of Buccaneer Red, this Trams Am retains its original parts (presumably except for maintenance items) inside and out. Speaking of the nose, the quad headlamps, molded front, and hood were all design changes for 1977.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-2-e1505750673530-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-2-e1505750673530-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Pontiac Rally II wheels give this second-generation Trans Am a decidedly different look from the “snowflake” wheels on the ’77 Bandit Trans Am. Later raised white letter tires maintain the ’70s look.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-3-e1505750700296-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-3-e1505750700296-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] A plaque on the engine-turned dash calls out the “Radial Tuned Suspension.” No old fashioned bias-ply technology for this power-coupe. The combination of black dash and carpet with white seats and door panels is one of my favorites; well done, GM. This Pontiac interior appears clean and well-kept. One picture shows the top edge of what looks like the factory 8-track player, so you can pop in Led Zepplin I when you leave Utah and crank it continuously until you reach a warmer destination.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-4-e1505750729454-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1977-Pontiac-Trans-Am-4-e1505750729454-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Firebird’s 455 option flamed-out in 1976 making this 400 cubic inch mill the largest displacement available in the 1977 Trans Am. This “Z” code 400 came with the 4bbl carburetor and dual exhaust. The engine compartment appears largely original as claimed, though (at least) the Thermac duct and flexible air intake tube have gone missing. The new-for-’77 “dual air scoop design” sucks air from the redesigned Shaker Hood Scoop and fender intake (some details from myclassicgarage.com). Many auto enthusiasts remember a time, not long ago, when you could buy this car three times a week for under $5000. Meanwhile this listing already has bids over $12,000 and a Buy It Now price of $17,500. Is today the “second best” time to buy a late ’70s Trans Am?


More: Pontiac / Trans Am





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[h=1]Mr. Lahey’s Car: 1978 Chrysler New Yorker[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lahey-side.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/lahey-side.jpg"}[/IMG2] If you’ve ever watched the television series Trailer Park Boys then certainly the trailer park supervisor Mr. Lahey comes to mind when you see this New Yorker! Though the car used in the TV show is (spoiler alert) eventually destroyed, it started out as a very clean example much like this one. Fortunately, this New Yorker is still in original and mint condition! It has been in storage for 30 years and only racked up 22,500 in its nearly 40 years. Find it here on Craigslist in Wisconsin with a pretty reasonable $5,800 price tag! Thanks to reader Matt W. for finding this sweet survivor.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lahey-interior.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/lahey-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] Just look at that interior! It isn’t quite rich Corinthian leather, but it’ll have to do. If you’ve ever wanted it to feel like you’re sitting on your living room couch while driving your car, this is likely your best shot at that happening! This Chrysler was built at the peak of land-yachting and boy does it show. While this may just look like an “old person” car to some people, to folks like me it looks like a well-preserved example of a fine automobile. I would daily this until I couldn’t drive anymore!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lahey-more-interior.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/lahey-more-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though there are no pictures of the back seat, or the engine, the seller did get a couple of good shots of the front of the passenger compartment. Clearly, this car has been stored somewhere other than a barn with holes in the roof as the interior is free of stains, cracks, rips, mice, etc. I’m not familiar with the brand on the box that sits on the floor, but I can’t help but think that removing it would help the sale of this car! Parcels on seats, floor-mats, and pretty much anywhere other than the trunk are one of those things that is very irritating to see, as I am a fan of clean cars.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/lahey-rear.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/lahey-rear.jpg"}[/IMG2] In this picture, you’ll note what is presumably the original dealer badge. While some people hate dealer items and have them removed when buying a car, I think an old car like this still wearing a dealer badge or sticker is really cool! It just adds even more to the survivor status of this Chrysler, and really makes it feel like a new car. I sincerely hope this car falls into the right hands, and with a somewhat niche market I’m sure it will. Would you daily it or baby it?


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[h=1]Unrestored Driver: 1967 Four Speed Corvette 427[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1967-Corvette-427-1-e1505789363713-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1967-Corvette-427-1-e1505789363713-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Chevrolet’s second generation or “C2” Corvette left the ’50s behind with aggressive styling and modern technology. By 1967, America’s sports car evolved with the addition of independent rear suspension in ’63, four-wheel disc brakes and side-pipes in’65, and 427 engines in ’66. This 1967 Chevrolet Corvette Coupe offered here on eBay and located in Petaluma, California represents the final year of the C2 and features the potent and attractive combination of a 427 cubic inch 390 HP engine, air conditioning, and a four-speed manual transmission.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1967-Corvette-427-2-e1505789385780-630x424.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"424","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1967-Corvette-427-2-e1505789385780-630x424.jpg"}[/IMG2] Other sellers should take note of the detailed and well-written listing, including the fact that this car was not ordered with side-pipes but had them fitted very early in its life. It sat unused for about 20 years before the current owner revived it in 2013. The seller includes many original parts retired over the years when well-sourced replacements were fitted.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1967-Corvette-427-3-e1505789406708-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1967-Corvette-427-3-e1505789406708-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] The original black leather seats look inviting and about right for a car showing 58,500 (believed original) miles. The seller has known this car for back decades, and states that “everything works.” The Corvette interior boasts full instrumentation in a purposeful and elegant European style. Chevy campaigned C2 racing Corvettes in in SCCA and LeMans and this final year C2 benefited from pushing these highly capable cars to their limits.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1967-Corvette-427-4-e1505789430533-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1967-Corvette-427-4-e1505789430533-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] With only 200 miles on a non-original 427, this driver-grade Corvette should offer many miles of enjoyment. The 3.36:1 gears should deliver a balance of acceleration and reasonable highway cruising, the latter no doubt accompanied by the continuous melody of the stylish side pipes. It will take $60,000 to meet the reserve at which point the $65k “Buy It Now” price will vanish. What do you think of this refurbished but never restored sports coupe?


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They drove these on Adam 12. (Anyone under 50 probably never saw Adam 12 on TV) Was a Cop Show.

[h=1]Bullfighter Survivor: 1974 AMC Matador[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/matador-front.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"396","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/matador-front.jpg"}[/IMG2] While this car didn’t actually fight any bulls, many matadors have, but likely none of them were cars. Matador sedans of this vintage were favorites of police forces across the United States and Canada for many years as they were known for their toughness. While AMC managed to acquire a bad reputation in later years, it is important to remember that many of their designs were influential and they weren’t thrown together cars comprised of parts from other makes. This Matador is in fantastic condition and is being sold for a reasonable $3,250. It can be found here on Craigslist in British Columbia, so one can assume the price is in CAD. Thanks to reader Rocco for sending it in!


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/matador-interior.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/matador-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] There’s something about AMCs dash design from this era that is unique. Maybe it is because it is simple, yet sort of elegant. The gauge cluster is well-balanced and everything is simple without being plain. Though this Matador is painted somewhat mundane colors, it really wears them well. Having covered only 54,000 miles, it is not surprising that the interior is in excellent condition. Someone has clearly taken care of this car, and everything about it is original. The seller does not state how many owners this car has had, but it is very clear that the current owner is enamored with this Matador. The interior makes me feel like this car would be a comfortable commuter or otherwise daily vehicle.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/matador-engine.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/matador-engine.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Matador is powered by an AMC 304 cubic inch V8 hooked up to a 727 TorqueFlight transmission. While the TorqueFlight is indeed a Chrysler product, it is important to note that the versions installed in AMC vehicles were different from Chrysler vehicles because the engine bolt pattern is not the same, thus they will not interchange. This Matador is turn-key and ready to go with new basic items such as tires, distributor, carb, plug wires, battery, and more.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/matador-road-shot.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"382","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/matador-road-shot.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though once a common sight, AMC Matador sedans are rarely seen in this day and age, let alone in such excellent original condition. In the ad, the car can be seen with black wall tires as well as the new and current white stripe tires. The white stripes make a world of difference! This is a good looking car, and a reminder that they did in fact sell four door cars in the 1970s and that not every car produced was a Javelin. While this is not going to be a car for everyone, I personally know at least a couple of people that would love to have such a nice example in their garage.


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[h=1]1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible Roller[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-1-e1505929105152-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-1-e1505929105152-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] First impressions: either a phantom driver just dropped the hammer or this Torino’s engine has gone missing. Of course it’s the latter; this 1970 Ford Torino GT Convertible’s original 302 cubic inch mill moved on to greener pastures, perhaps opening the door (or hood) for something more interesting. This Bellows Falls, Vermont Ford awaits an opening bid of $2500 here on eBay.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-2-e1505923878276-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-2-e1505923878276-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Unless you buy duct tape by the case, factor a new convertible top into your bidding, and there’s no telling what evils might emerge if you walk around this blue beauty stabbing its sheet metal with a screwdriver. Kudos to the seller for providing high-resolution pictures including many of the undercarriage which looks surprisingly solid considering the Vermont listing and “I<Heart>NY” bumper sticker. Torino styling became more distinct with this body which was only produced in ’70 and ’71. The wheel covers, trim rings, and honeycomb taillights came with the GT package (some details courtesy of Wikipedia.)

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-3-e1505923911635-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-3-e1505923911635-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] The floors show surface rust but nothing calling Fred Flintstone to mind. You can 1-800-Hot-Rod most of the interior, but finding the correct front seats might take some eBay or in-person scavenging. All parts shown are included with sale. Be sure to secure that automatic transmission before transporting this classic down the highway, as it’s probably on most people’s list of “Things I don’t want to hit the back of my head.”

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-4-e1505923970806-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1970-Ford-Torino-GT-Conv-4-e1505923970806-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] I used to gasp seeing manual brakes on these big cars, but after owning a ’66 Dodge Coronet with manual brakes I know they work well when properly adjusted and communicate the threshold of traction far better than the Numb-o-Matic vacuum-assisted brakes of that era. While ’70-’71 Torinos are on my Top Ten List, I normally follow those with more than 389 cubic inches, and hesitate to comment on this one’s likely ROI if restored. The convertible top, GT package, and color combination add value. Fully restored, this handsome ride would hold its own parked next to a typical 428 CJ. It only takes $2500 to get the bidding started and assure that car finds a new home; will it be yours?


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[h=1]Earliest Known Eliminator: 1969 Mercury Cougar[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-1-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-1-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Pony cars of the 60’s are cool and well cherished, but the Cougar Eliminator had a growl all of its own with cool flip away headlights and power to boot. With very solid bones, a 351 V8, and a rare factory installed sunroof, this cat is worthy of a restoration as it is thought to be the earliest known Eliminator built based on the sellers Marti report! Also included with the sale of this Eliminator is the buyer’s choice of 5 Cougar parts cars and parts stash! Currently listed with an opening bid of $9,500 no bids have yet to be placed for this muscular Mercury. Check it out here on ebay out of Appomattox, Virginia. A big thanks to Barn Finds reader Clint for this excellent submission!


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-2-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-2-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] A correct year 351 lives under the hood but unfortunately it is not original to this Eliminator. Although the original FMX Cruise-O-Matic transmission and rear axle are included. The engine bay is solid with no visible rust or rot, but there are a few items missing. It would seem that at the time this picture was taken, that the front shocks were not installed, or perhaps dangling below for some reason or another. A bit of time invested with a power washer would likely reveal a very reasonable engine bay that would likely need little to no body work.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-3-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-3-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Partially dismantled, the interior gives a few clues as to some condition concerns with this cat. As mentioned by the seller the passenger floor needs to be replaced as well as the passenger torque box. The driver side is described as being solid, but it would seem the driver floor needs some attention in the foot well at the sheet metal seam. Also the kick panel area is rusty making it seem as if there is a moisture issue either from a rusty or faulty wiper cowl area, or perhaps from a failing windshield seal. The dash is surprisingly nice, looking to be worthy of use again for the restoration. The wiring harness has been pulled from this car for dry storage, but I am curious as to its condition, and if that was the true intention for its removal. Many parts are included with this car, and it would seem that between the parts cars and parts stash that there is enough parts to make this a complete Cougar.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/69-Mercury-Cougar-Eliminator-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Despite the rust concerns with the floors, this Cougar has an amazing exterior appearance. The quarters are in great condition only displaying minor surface rust and no rot. Also the rockers appear fantastic as well displaying no signs of rust. Overall the body appears great but the only concern with the exterior is that this Cougar was in a fender bender and the front end was bumped. The headlight trim has been replaced, and some minor damage was reported by the seller regarding the radiator support. The hood suffers with some rust along the lower front edge by the trim likely from chipped paint from the bump. As a whole this Cougar is a great project with a lot of positives, including its early build date. Is this early Cougar the pony car of your dreams?


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My Grandfather had a 72 Maverick.


Louise, A Low-Mileage 1972 Ford Maverick
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maverick-side.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/maverick-side.jpg"}[/IMG2] Readers, meet Louise. A two-owner, low-mileage 1972 Ford Maverick, Louise has been well maintained and seen very little use over the years. Though this car has racked up 32,771 miles, it was purchased 10 years ago by the current owner from the elderly woman who purchased Louise new in 1972. This woman was also the person who named the car Louise, and so far the name has stuck! This car was purchased brand new in Santa Monica, and can be found here on Los Angeles Craigslist with a $12,000 asking price. Thanks to Pat L. for setting us up with Louise!


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maverick-interior.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/maverick-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] In the ad, the seller has this car listed as “The cleanest Maverick left in California.” While that may be the case, Louise is not the lowest mileage example we have featured. However, she is one of the better optioned low-mile Mavericks we have seen! The interior is nearly flawless, looking as if this car has barely covered 3,200 miles, let alone 32,000. At least in the pictures, the dash, door cards, and carpet all look brand new. Clearly, Louise has seen nothing but care! The only flaw I have managed to spot while perusing the photos is visible in the above picture. There is a lot of wear on the door jamb, but perhaps that is from hundreds of trips to the grocery store with an elderly pilot? Negligible wear aside, Louise is in the best condition possible for a car of this vintage, especially something that did not previously have any collector value.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maverick-engine.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/maverick-engine.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is where Louise gets interesting. Many and most of the Mavericks I have encountered are equipped with some version of the Ford Thriftpower inline six. Louise is equipped with a 302 cubic inch Ford V8, the largest engine available in a Maverick. With her exterior somewhat unassuming, I was very surprised to discover that this was a V8-equipped car. Sounds like somebody wanted to get their errands done quickly! Louise runs, drives, and comes with a clean California title.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/maverick-rear.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/maverick-rear.jpg"}[/IMG2] Check it out, curb feelers! I can’t help but wonder if the original owner had these installed once she became older? Or maybe they were a style choice? Regardless, I think the curb feelers speak to the character of this car, and if I were to purchase it they would definitely stay. Louise is definitely one of the cleanest Mavericks on the market, and although I initially balked at the $12,000 price tag, after investigating the current Maverick market I think she is reasonably priced for her condition. Hopefully, this car finds a home as caring as she has always had and an owner that sees her the way the previous two did!


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[h=1]Challengering: 1970 Dodge Challenger[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/challenger-front-e1506087564244-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/challenger-front-e1506087564244-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] It is easy to take a look at this Challenger and see what it once was before someone parked it in a barn. This car has a 440, which makes me think someone had a lot of fun with this old Dodge once upon a time! Having been pulled from its barn after a 20 year slumber, this Challenger will need a lot of work to look pretty once again. It seems like this was started as a project long ago, but for some reason or another the project stopped. Fortunately, a lot of rust repair has been done and if it has been done well then the new owner has less work to do! Oddly enough, the auction ended as I was writing this and the car sold for $12,700 in Maryland. Check out the now ended listing here on eBay!


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/challenger-interior-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/challenger-interior-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior on this Challenger is rough. In fact, the whole car is rough, but not rusty. Though it can’t be seen in this picture, there have been new floor pans installed as well as trunk floors. The frame rails are all solid and as far as rust goes, this car has very little considering what it is and its present condition. The dash looks solid, but the seats will definitely have to be recovered. The console/bucket seat combination is a favorite of many Mopar enthusiasts, and certainly helped add to the value of this car. Evidently, it may also need a glovebox latch! The car also comes with its original build sheet, which is pictured still tucked into the seat springs. Though it is mostly intact, in my experience removing it without destroying it might be a challenge!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/challenger-engine-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/challenger-engine-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood sits a Chrysler 440 cubic inch V8. This car is not currently running and was sold as-is. Though it is not directly mentioned anywhere in the listing, this 440 is not original to this Challenger. Aside from the seller stating that the K-member was replaced when the 440 was installed, the numbers “74 440” can be seen on top of the air cleaner. This was likely originally a 318 or a Slant Six equipped car. While a nicely built 318 is lots of fun, I’m sure a 440 is more fun in a Challenger!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/challenger-rear-1-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/challenger-rear-1-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Look everyone, quarters! There’s a reason this car sold for $12,700 in this condition. With hopefully minimal body work, coupled with some mechanical and interior work somebody is going to have a really sharp 1970 Challenger. With minimal sheet metal required, it is likely they may actually see their money back out of it should they decide to sell it post-restoration. I would do this car up in similar fashion to how it is currently, and go cruising! What would you do?


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[h=1]How They Used To Be Found: 1968 Camaro Convertible[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Barn-Find-Camaro-e1506087718391.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"250","width":"400","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Barn-Find-Camaro-e1506087718391.jpg"}[/IMG2] Some of you may have noticed that I have attended a lot of car shows and frequent local cruise ins. It is a lot of fun seeing what might turn up, or what won’t turn up. It used to be that you would see all types of Mustangs and Camaros, from six cylinder grocery getters to big block tire melters. Now, it seems that all you see is top of the line models with the rarest of options. The reason for this is that restorers often want a rare car with just the right options, but the prices on these cars have reached the stratosphere. Combine that with the abuse that V-8 equipped cars usually endure, and you can see why using a plain Jane car with a low horsepower engine to build the muscle car of your dreams has become almost routine. While the workmanship is often great on these “tribute” cars, we lose a lot of history when good examples of different variations disappear. With that being said, it is refreshing to see this ad for a 1968 Chevrolet Camaro convertible in such original condition. Found in Waterville, Ohio and for sale on EBay for $25,000 or best offer, this garage find lacks options. However, it does give us a great look at how an average Camaro convertible was optioned and built. Thanks go to faithful barn Finds reader Matthew for this great discovery!



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Camaro-Drivers-Front-View-e1506087755401-630x395.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"395","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Camaro-Drivers-Front-View-e1506087755401-630x395.jpg"}[/IMG2] The story on this Camaro is rather unique. Represented by an auction house, the seller has owned this car for decades. Other than the occasional jaunt around the neighborhood, the car sat in a sealed garage for the lion’s share of its existence. Once consigned, it was taken to a shop specializing in muscle cars. There, it was brought back to driving condition, with the proper maintenance done on the brakes and engine. The car does have some cosmetic issues, such as fading in the once repainted finish, a few rips in the convertible top, and surface rust underneath. However, it would probably present even better with a few days worth of heavy detailing and touch up. Given that the odometer registers only 35,417 miles, the car still has a lot of life in it.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Camaro-Drivers-Side-View-e1506087788603-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Camaro-Drivers-Side-View-e1506087788603-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] The auction house representative does mention that there are a few more items that need to be addressed. First and foremost, the tires are flat spotted from sitting so long. Given that they are later model Goodyear Eagle STs, replacing them isn’t a hit on the originality of the car. Also, many of the light bulbs in the interior have burned out and will need replacement. However, rust is absent from all the usual first generation Camaro locations. The lower fenders, the sills, and the quarter panels are all free from rust. The underside of the car has a strong coating of surface rust that will need to be addressed, but for being an early Camaro, and a convertible at that, the condition of the floor pans is amazing.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Camaro-Interior-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Camaro-Interior-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Inside, the environment is about as pedestrian as it gets. The vinyl seats are in good condition, but the carpeting has faded. Perhaps a reader could chime in on the feasibility of dyeing it to keep the original carpet in place. The dash doesn’t seem to have any cracks in it, and the steering wheel looks mint as well. On the down side, the car doesn’t have factory air, and the fact that the stock AM radio is still in the dash is testimony to the originality of the car as a whole. In addition, when was the last time you saw a first generation Camaro with a manual “three on the tree” transmission? I don’t think I ever have.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Camaro-Engine-Two-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Camaro-Engine-Two-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Underneath the hood, the utilitarian theme continues. One of the plainest Chevrolet small block V-8s in existence, a 327 cubic inch engine with 210 horsepower, is nestled between the fenders. The radiator looks new, which obviously tells us that there were corrosion problems due to long term cooling system neglect. Considering that the car sat for so long, it would probably be a good proactive measure to at least inspect the freeze plugs for seepage and corrosion. The radiator hose looks to be fairly old, but the heater hoses might be new. Why replace the radiator, but keep the old hoses? Anyway, from what else we can see, the portion of the sub frame that is in view looks good, and the rest of the engine bay looks to be in need of detailing, but is in good shape otherwise. Just as an aside, are those house cat paw prints on the driver’s side inner fender? If so, check around carefully for any presents from Fluffy, or signs that it was chasing a rodent around.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Camaro-Front-View-e1506087826505-630x395.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"395","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Camaro-Front-View-e1506087826505-630x395.jpg"}[/IMG2] Looking at this car as a whole, I find it remarkable that it has lasted so long in such original condition. Other than a repaint, tires, and a radiator, everything else appears to be original. For a 49 year old car, that isn’t bad. For a Camaro to still have its factory AM radio and a three speed column shift is remarkable. There are probably more North Korean all you can eat buffets than there are people who can still drive a column shift manual transmission. While the buy it now price of $25,000 seems high, if you factor in the cost of putting new floor pans and replacing other rusted out body panels, then the price is not far off the mark. They are original only once, and this one, despite the complete dearth of desirable options, is about as original as it gets. It will be interesting to see what the final sale price ends up to be.
If you wanted to buy it, what do you think is a fair purchase price, and what would you do with it once you had it?




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[h=1]Six Pack Survivor: 1970 Plymouth GTX[/h] By Andrew Tanner

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/gtx-side-e1506087456523-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/gtx-side-e1506087456523-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Survivors of this vintage are pretty uncommon, especially Mopars. If you don’t already know why, the answer is rust! Though this car certainly isn’t any kind of show-ready cream puff, it is mostly intact and original. In my opinion, this car will not need a full restoration, but it will need some “freshening up.” To others, this may be a clean starting point for a complete restoration. The seller states “This car could be made into a driver if someone were working on a budget.” While it could easily be made into a driver, I’m going to assume that nobody on a budget is bidding $38,000 on a 440 Six Pack 1970 GTX! This Plymouth has 77,000 original miles and “one owner.” Find it here on eBay in Oregon at Graveyard Carz. Bidding is at $38,100 with no reserve.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/gtx-six-pack-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/gtx-six-pack-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] There she lies! As you may have already figured out, this GTX is equipped with a 440 Six Pack hooked up to an automatic transmission. For those of you who are unfamiliar with Mopars or cars in general, the “Six Pack” name is derived from the addition of three 2-barrel carburetors to this 440. Thus, this car effectively has six carburetor barrels for increased performance. This car is numbers matching, meaning this is the engine it left the factory with. If you’re still wondering why an old Plymouth is close to bringing $40,000 or more in this condition, now you know.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/gtz-rear-seat-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/gtz-rear-seat-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior of this car is not atrocious, but it certainly isn’t mint. The carpet looks to be the worst of it, and it looks like water damage to me. The seller states and pictures rust damage around the rear window lower corners, so it is very possible that water-damaged carpet is the result of a breached window seal due to the rust. The rear seats could use a good cleaning, but are in otherwise very good condition. The front bucket seats are in very rough shape, at least the driver’s side is. The dash trim and pad are showing their age, but that is to be expected.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/gtz-rear-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/gtz-rear-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though I initially thought this would be great if kept as-is, I think that given the rust around the rear glass and the condition of the interior, this car will need at least a partial restoration. The tires are bias-ply, and the seller guesses they are from the 1970s. While I’m sure it was one person who put most of these miles on this car, this is not exactly a one owner vehicle as claimed (though this is an opinion-based thing). Graveyard Carz bought it from a gentleman who bought it from the original owner, meaning this is technically a three owner car. The winning bidder will have to decide what to do with this car, or they may have already. Would you restore it totally? Partially restore it? Or fix the bare minimum and enjoy it?


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[h=1]Aircraft Hangar Find: 1987 Porsche 930[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1987-Porsche-930-630x354.jpg
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By Jeff Lavery Few cars scream ’80s excess louder than the original Porsche 930, the turbocharged supercar that frightened road test editors and track day enthusiasts from its introduction to the present day. Valued have been rising, and this example here on eBay was supposedly found in an aircraft hangar in Puerto Rico after remaining hidden for 20 years. It is listed with a $95K Buy-It-Now.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/930-turbo-interior-rear-e1505911882907-630x382.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"382","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/930-turbo-interior-rear-e1505911882907-630x382.jpg"}[/IMG2] Now, most of the 930s commanding top dollar are those that have been driven sparingly and remain in mint, unrestored condition. This one clearly has sat for some time, with a backseat that has deteriorated significantly and a modified rear parcel shelf with aftermarket speakers. The oxblood color looks phenomenal with the black exterior, but will still need complete restoration.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/930-turbo-interior-e1505911903133-630x382.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"382","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/930-turbo-interior-e1505911903133-630x382.jpg"}[/IMG2] Up front, the driver’s and passenger’s seat are in far better condition, albeit modified with Porsche crests in the headrests. The dashboard will need replacement, as the leather wrap has shrunk and cracked. As seen in the first photo, paint has flaked off the driver’s door in large pieces and the body shows dings and scrapes all over. That Godawful aftermarket shift knob would need to go.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/930-turbo-motor-e1505951504524-630x349.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"349","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/930-turbo-motor-e1505951504524-630x349.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller claims significant money has been spent on reconditioning the drivetrain, to the tune of $50K by an “…expert certified Porsche mechanic.” The end result? “Motor, trans, suspension all new.” Color me intrigued, but more details are needed – especially since the seller apparently used a VIN he grabbed off of Google when first listing the car (see questions/answers at bottom of listing.) Overall, an interesting candidate for simply driving and enjoying if the receipts check out.


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[h=1]1970 Pontiac GTO Judge Barn Find![/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-1-e1506371034587-630x394.jpg
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By Todd Fitch Currently residing in Dallas, Texas, this 1970 Pontiac GTO “The Judge” appears to have endured many trials before taking a 30 year leave of absence in an Oklahoma barn. The listing here on eBay includes references to both 1969 and 1970; either eBay or the seller can’t decide if it’s a ’69 or ’70. However the “eyebrows” on the fenders suggest 1970. Taking into account the car’s good and bad points, the seller listed it as “Make Offer,” though you can click Buy It Now for nearly $20,000 if waiting is not your thing.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-2-e1506356126735-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-2-e1506356126735-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Originally Pontiac planned to christen this stripped-down GTO the “ET” for “Elapsed Time,” as measured in the quarter mile. That might have been OK, but “The Judge,” based on this skit featuring Sammy Davis Jr. on Rowan & Martin’s Laugh-In, made a more memorable model designation. Thanks to ClassicalPontiac.com for some details. I can’t feature a Pontiac with the revolutionary Endura nose without linking to this fabulous Pontiac TV ad, one of two featuring Pontiac employees (the other featuring John DeLorean) punishing the supposedly indestructible nose piece with no apparent damage. Even the burly guy with the stogie can’t dent it. Brilliant!

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-3-e1506356165245-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-3-e1506356165245-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] Note the groovy “RAM AIR” knob to open the hood-mounted intake for when things get serious. Then when you seriously don’t want rodents or rainwater entering your air cleaner, push it closed. The original AM-only radio is gone, and while it may look like a subsequent audio upgrade removed a section of the snazzy engine-turned dash, that is thankfully the original opening.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-4-e1506356207190-630x424.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"424","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Pontiac-GTO-Judge-4-e1506356207190-630x424.jpg"}[/IMG2] The prosecution enters into evidence the fact that the car’s original 400 V8 has been replaced with this 455 from 1972 (currently stuck), and every inch of the vehicle needs to be repaired, refurbished, or replaced. Factor another $1000 for the Ram Air III lower plate and air cleaner housing. In this GTO’s defense, though, the body could be far worse, and a stuck 455 is no concern if you’re sourcing a date-correct 400. The car came fairly well-equipped with power steering, power disc brakes, air conditioning, tinted glass, and handling package. The jury is still out on what price makes this car a good investment. You’ve seen the evidence; what’s your verdict?


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My Grade 10 and 11 Geography Teacher, Mr. Rose, a Limey, drove one of these year round to and from school through the Salty, Slushy Montreal Winter Mess.

[h=1]Possible Bargain: 1969 MGB GT[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-MGBRF-e1506182590910-630x359.jpg
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By David Frank There are just two pictures and no real information provided on the MGB listed on craigslist here in Sacramento, California. With an asking price of $1500, could this be a bargain? There’s no rust visible and hopefully, it’s not sitting too close to the dirt.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/69-MGB-RR-e1506183011179-630x408.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"408","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/69-MGB-RR-e1506183011179-630x408.jpg"}[/IMG2] There’s some damage showing here, but it looks pretty straight. It has those awful side marker lights, first required in 1968, cut into the quarter and wing. There is some of the interior piled up there. If you look closely, that’s the car cover on the ground and not dirt piled up around the wheels. So, here’s the question. Does this have enough potential that I should go have a look and update this write-up with more pictures and details?


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[h=1]The Right Formula: 1971 Pontiac Firebird[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-630x393.jpg
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By Josh Mortensen Second generation Firebirds have really been growing on me lately. While first generation cars offer up some great looks, you can’t deny that these later cars are eye catching and they can serve up some pretty impressive performance. The example on display here might not be the more desirable Trans Am, but it is a Formula 400 car, which came with the 300 horsepower 400 cui V8, heavy duty suspension and all the creature comforts you need in a go fast Pontiac. You can find this Bird here on eBay in Milton, Washington with a current bid of $5,100 and just 8 hours to go.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Engine-Bay-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Engine-Bay-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Formula is going to need a ton of work. The floors are crusty, the interior is a bit rough and the engine block is missing, but the top end is still present and the body looks pretty solid. Firebird values have definitely been climbing, making this one seem like a pretty tempting deal if you don’t mind tracking down a block and doing some of the hard work yourself.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Interior-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Interior-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s a better look at the interior. The seller claims that everything is present, minus the carpets it would seem. It is nice to see the floors and what kind of condition they are in. While I don’t see any big holes, I’m sure you will find some pinholes in them. Replacements aren’t all the expensive, but if they aren’t too bad you might be able to simply treat and repair the existing floors.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Formula-400-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1971-Pontiac-Firebird-Formula-400-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] It won’t be a simple project to get back on the road, but when it’s done it will be a sweet machine! Since you are going to have to find a new block, it might be fun to build this Formula up a bit. With high compression pistons, reworked heads and headers, this could be a fast machine that will look great on the street or at the drag strip! So would you take on this project?


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