Barn Finds

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[h=1]Estate Sale Shelby: 1968 Shelby GT500 Convertible[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner Upon first glance, this estate sale appears to be furniture. In fact, I scrolled through quite a bit of furniture before I found what I was told could be found in the listing: an unrestored original 1968 Shelby GT500 convertible. While there are many nice items being sold, this is far and away the most beautiful piece (at least to people like us!). This Shelby has 61,000 original miles on it and the listing states “$165,000 cash and it can be yours,” which makes me think this is a non-negotiable price. Find it here on margiebeeglesales.com. All of the items including the car are being sold privately by appointment in Texas. I am unable to verify the exact date of this sale, but this is too cool of a car not to share. Thanks Phil K. for the link!


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"353","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-26-at-1.07.56-AM-630x353.png"}[/IMG2] Shelby GT500s are often considered the “holy grail” of Mustangs. Some would say they aren’t Mustangs at all, but I disagree. The 1968 Shelby Mustang has always been a personal favorite of mine. Being a survivor, this Shelby is in nearly perfect condition inside and out. The glovebox door is signed by Carroll Shelby himself! It doesn’t get any cooler than that, especially since Mr. Shelby is no longer with us. There are not a lot of interior pictures, but there are enough to see that this car has seen nothing but love, care, and infrequent use.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Screen-Shot-2017-09-26-at-1.08.23-AM-630x354.png"}[/IMG2] Under the hood sits the legendary 428 V8, capable of delivering all your unnecessary power needs! When the engine itself looks fast, you know you’re dealing with some serious muscle. This engine is 427 cubic inches, which is 7.0 liters. That is one big engine! Weighing in around 3,200 pounds, these cars can really move. The Ford blue really contrasts nicely with the red exterior of this car. I don’t think I will ever be able to afford one of these, but if I could drive one once that would be enough!

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[h=1]The Duncan Collection – 900 Cars and Counting[/h]
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By Todd Fitch Have you ever pictured yourself car shopping with no budget in mind, scouring eBay and other sites as a hobby and clicking “Buy It Now” on those dream cars you’ve always wanted? In Southwest Virginia’s New River Valley, the dream is reality for Gary Duncan. It’s great work if you can find it, folks. (Photos and some details courtesy of RoanokeTimes).



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"424","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/900-Cars-and-Counting-1-e1506445397248-630x424.jpg"}[/IMG2] Never seen a Nissan Figaro like the ones pictured above? No surprise; they were never sold in America. Gary has 125 of the 20,000 produced. You got the Beat? Gary does; he has acquired a fleet of over 60 Honda Beats, another model not sold in the USA. Duncan never set out to amass a collection of over 900 cars; it just evolved one purchase at a time. His family business of car dealerships acquired the 110,000 square foot warehouse space in 2015 with other ideas in mind. Gary is not some trust fund kid bent on one-upping his golfing buddies with his latest muscle car purchase. He is simply following his passion, buying what he likes with admirable zeal. As one of my gear-head buddies says “There’s a fine line between Hobby and Mental Illness.”

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image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/900-Cars-and-Counting-5-e1506445538620-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/900-Cars-and-Counting-5-e1506445538620-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] With plenty of room for more cars and plenty of land on which to build warehouses, Mr. Duncan seems unlikely to stop clicking anytime soon. Knowing something about Duncan Automotive, I believe this dream come true couldn’t happen to a better family. And now it’s time for a game. Calling all eagle-eye car spotters: what can you identify in this picture?


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[h=1]One Repaint: 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner This 1971 Oldsmobile 442 W-30 is one heck of a survivor! This car has clocked only 19,000 miles since new and has its original drivetrain. The only things not original are the wheels and the paint. This super slick custom paint job was done in 1979 for the original owner. I would be a liar if I said I didn’t think this paint job looked way better than factory, but then again I am a big fan of late ’70s style paint work. This car is being sold by Orlando Classic cars and can be found here on eBay with a $59,000 price tag.


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This picture looks like it could’ve been taken in the late 1970s or early 1980s. This car is definitely a time-capsule, and although the paint job isn’t exactly orthodox it is certainly flattering. The slotted aluminum wheels also do a lot for it, and in my opinion this Olds is sitting just right. Even if this isn’t your style, it certainly is nice to imagine what this car was doing back in its heyday!


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[h=1]Big Block Base Model: 1970 Dodge Challenger[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner This is a familiar sight to many folks from the eastern United States: a run down barn with an old car sitting in front of it. Fortunately, prior to this picture the car was actually located inside the barn. Unlike many of the cars that can be seen in front of old barns, this one is actually for sale. After being parked for 25 years, someone has rescued it and brought it out to be sold to a lucky new owner. Find it here on eBay in West Virginia with bidding at $6,613 and reserve not met.


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image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/chalenger-interior-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/chalenger-interior-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is very nice minus the passenger seat. I’d be really curious to know what happened to it, as the rear and driver’s seats are in excellent condition for their age. The driver’s seat isn’t perfect, but the passenger side looks like the “before” picture in an ad for an upholstery company! It is a little hard to tell in the picture, but the interior of this Challenger is green. The dash pad is cracked and will need to be repaired or replaced as will the carpet, but as far as barn find cars in this condition go its really a good starting point for a restoration.

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[h=1]Feel the Venom! 1978 Mustang II Cobra[/h]
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By Todd Fitch With a new Fox-body Mustang due in ’79, Ford went all out on this 1978 Mustang II Cobra II. The Pinto-based Mustang II deviated from Mustang’s roots (why do you think they call them “Pony” cars?) in its compact dimensions and available four-cylinder engines, albeit with optional sixes and eights. In addition to the Cobra name and logos, this venomous snake packs a genuine American 302 V8 making, (static noises… uh, sorry, you’re breaking up…) 133 horsepower. Sadly, but not surprisingly in an era when “GT” often stood for “Goofy Tape,” the Cobra package could adorn four and six cylinder cars as well (sigh). Thanks to reader Trog Dor who spotted this striped snake offered here on Craigslist out of Junction City, Oregon.


Normally I like the five slot wheels but I’m getting too much of a Maverick vibe on this car. However they are correct so, if you go with something more aggressive, keep these and sell them with the car. That deep chin spoiler tells everyone this machine is ready for some triple digit speeds. Alright; I’m going out on a limb to say that the body kit and spoilers on this car were *not* the product of exhaustive wind tunnel testing, and OK… its top speed is 106 MPH but hey: that’s three digits. Maybe without the spoiler it would have been 110, but who’s counting?

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"423","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1978-Mustang-Cobra-II-2-e1506507264338-630x423.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Mustang II has it all with louvers, T-Tops, multi-colored stripes, words on the side, and a chrome snake; it’s like ’70s Cool Car Yahtzee! The fastback body and hatchback gives the Mustang II a decidedly more aggressive look and greater cargo flexibility than the two-door sedan’s formal roofline and trunk. Some details courtesy of Wikipedia.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"423","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1978-Mustang-Cobra-II-3-e1506507291758-630x423.jpg"}[/IMG2] The snazzy all-black interior looks serious, and this one is clean and complete-looking as well. Is that an 8-track? The standard four-speed manual transmission would better serve the Cobra II’s sporting nature. Round gauges and lights lend a sporty look to the cabin. T-Tops can leak when seals become damaged or weathered, so look for signs of soft floor boards and loose headliner that might indicate water ingress.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1978-Mustang-Cobra-II-4-e1506507320268-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] While the Mustang II is the Rodney Dangerfield of Mustangs, not getting much respect, remember, it was a product of the times. By 1973 the Mustang had grown larger than ever just as the OPEC oil crisis scared buyers away from fuel-thirsty performance cars toward a host of imports and smaller American-made alternatives. Still, the Mustang II saw racing duty in IMSA and other series where its nimble dimensions and 2600 lb curb weight (half a ton lighter than the ’73 Mustang) served it well. If you recall high school physics you know that, to go twice as fast, you can either halve the weight or quadruple the horsepower. A lighter car is cheaper to make fast. While not too fearsome in stock form these cars hold their own from a performance standpoint when modified. I met a girl in Pittsburgh years ago who built a 351-powered Mustang II with a roll cage and other mods and I wasn’t anxious to test her with my 5.0. The seller claims everything works on this car except the air conditioning, and it wears a partial re-spray. After nearly 40 years, will the Mustang II start getting some respect? Who’s ready to strike on this Beaver State Cobra for $6500?




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[h=1]80s Epitomized: 1986 Ford Mustang Saleen[/h]
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By Jeff Lavery When you think of Saleen-modified Mustangs, please don’t consider the late-model products. Remember what Saleen was pushing out in the 1980s, because these were – in my eyes – the way Mustangs should look. This four-eyed example sports a rarely-this-nice front air dam and is correct right down to the Steve Saleen signature in the engine bay. Find it here on eBay with bidding over $10K and just about a day left.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/saleen-interior-e1506514490393-630x392.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"392","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/saleen-interior-e1506514490393-630x392.jpg"}[/IMG2] Mileage is at 110K and the car presents far better than that. The seller acknowledges the only real deviation from stock inside is an aftermarket carpet that replaced the original. The rest of the interior looks just right, what with its cloth sport bucket seats, Momo steering wheel and classic Fox Body manual shifter. Interestingly, there were no engine mods in the 1986 Saleen – changes were limited to handling and aero improvements.

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[h=1]Green Gran Coupe: 1970 Plymouth Barracuda[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen There’s a lot of rust to fix on this Mopar, but this Gran Coupe is currently equipped with a 383 V8 and would be one sweet ride once restored. Getting it there will be a massive undertaking and the seller’s $15k asking price certainly doesn’t help. That being said, it’s getting harder and harder to find Cuda projects with reasonable asking prices. The seller seems hopeful that they will find a buyer in Europe, but it will be interesting to see if they find a buyer anywhere willing to pay their current asking. You can have a look at it for yourself here on eBay in Sandown, New Hampshire.



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1970-Plymouth-Barracuda-Interior-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] You can see, this car has copious amounts of rust, I’m assuming that’s why the seller never did anything with it. You can get most, if not all the sheet metal needed to fix it. While I could see someone making it into a long term project, I’m really struggling to see $15k here. Top condition cars can fetch $40k to $50k, but it will cost that much just to fix all the rust and paint it. I think the seller is dreaming, but maybe there is something here I’m not seeing?

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454 equipped !

[h=1]Big Block Survivor: 1970 Chevrolet Monte Carlo SS[/h]
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By Brian Birkner Widely recognized and appreciated for its muscle car heart, but upscale style, the Monte Carlo is a favorite to many especially when equipped with a factory big block. Having received a repaint in its lifetime, it would seem that little else has been changed on this survivor. With some recent maintenance, and in driving condition, this Monte is currently bid up to $9,100. Check out this sweet survivor here on ebay out of Buckley, Washington.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-2-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-2-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] The massive 454 cubic inch heart purrs smoothly, and has no apparent running issues. The actual mileage on the car is a bit vague, but the seller has listed the mileage in the auction header at 80,000 miles. One very happy option to see is the factory equipped air conditioning system. Described as intact, and functioning, the system does not produce cool air, possibly meaning a cleaning and recharge are in order. As a whole the engine compartment could stand some detailing, as there is some general dirt and grime present. Also there appears to be some minor surface rust on the passenger side of the frame section.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-3-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-3-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Although the interior is a little bit faded, it is very complete and reasonable for being original. The seats are well worn and have a couple of splits present. The carpet and console suffer with some wear and dirt exposure that could stand a good cleaning. The faux burl wood dash is in excellent condition, and the gauges do not seem to suffer from any ill effects from sun exposure. It is hard to tell, but the dash may have a couple of cracks above the climate control.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/70-Chevrolet-Monte-Carlo-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Repainted at least once in its lifetime, this Monte still looks pretty darn good. The paint is off in color, but overall is very shiny and is nice enough for a driver. The seller was keen to point out any rust issues, and as a whole this Monte is very solid. There is beginning rust on both rear fender arches but the seller explains that there are no holes, and that patch panels are not needed. The only other apparent exterior rust is located at the bottom of the passenger front fender in the form of a 1 inch hole. Beyond these areas, the floors and trunk are described as being in awesome shape really making this 454 Monte seem like a big block Cinderella. Beautifully straight, and ready to drive, does it get any better than this when it comes to original Montes?


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[h=1]Single Family Find! 1969 Dodge Charger[/h]
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By Todd Fitch Regardless of their favorite brand, muscle car lovers instantly recognize the 1969 Dodge Charger design as a classic, and not just because of its appearance on a popular TV show. The design evolved as a collaboration of multiple designers, and it’s a beauty. This body style has no bad side. Unless your thumb gets in the way, you can’t take a bad picture of a second-generation Charger. Interestingly the “C” insets in the doors were added late in the process to gain clearance for the bottom door hinge. Take a virtual walk to Allpar.com for this and other fascinating details about the iconic design of the ’68-’70 Charger. This specimen hails from Columbia Station, Ohio, southwest of Cleveland. A rich listing here on eBay includes a host of pictures and a video of the running non-original 440.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-2-e1506616854193-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-2-e1506616854193-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] Rebuilding has begun with new quarter panels and floors. Purchased from the estate of the late owner, this single-family ride deserves to be put right. The C-pillar cuts look like the correct location if those drilled-out spot welds are any indicator. Please don’t slather Bondo in the only seam on the car that requires lead.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-3-e1506616884354-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-3-e1506616884354-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] Any car with a three-foot long Hurst shifter and a “cue ball” knob means business. Surely *somebody* out there knows the prior owner and the history of this car, but apparently it was not relayed to the seller, who states, “The fender mounted VIN plate, build sheet, and driver side quarter panel VIN are no longer with the car.” File that under “Things that make you go Hmm.” Though this picture has a green cast to it, all visual evidence suggests an original blue on blue color combination.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-4-e1506616925606-630x422.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"422","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1969-Dodge-Charger-440-4-e1506616925606-630x422.jpg"}[/IMG2] This later 440, a 1973 version, powers the Charger today, and it runs. While not as potent as the top motors of 1969, an application of bolt-ons can make serious power if complete originality is not on your checklist. Mopar engine compartments of this vintage were painted body color, yet someone, perhaps inspired by the Rolling Stones, decided to “Paint in black” at some point. You’ll see this B Body engine compartment over and over again; this platform underpinned countless muscle cars. The electric “pusher” fans and Griffin aluminum radiator may represent countermeasures to an overheating problem. Don’t call this car a driver; it lot drives, but the seller plainly describes frame and body rust and other limitations. The listing is well-written with many pictures so take your time before clicking “Buy It Now.” Where do you value this quintessential muscle car?




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[h=1]European Influence?! 1973 Pontiac Grand Am[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Pontiac1-e1506650658277-630x466.jpg
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By Nathan Avots-Smith Would you believe GM claimed that this big 1973 Pontiac, the first-ever Grand Am, was “European inspired”? Believe it or not, the Grand Am was designed to be a new kind of American car, and in some ways it was. The seller describes this all-original example, accurately I think, as a “time capsule,” and the bidding on its eBay listing reflects its remarkable shape: over 30 bids, and a current high bid of $11,401 as of this writing. The auction ends today, so this is your chance to swoop in with a last minute high bid!


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Pontiac6-e1506651043438-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Pontiac6-e1506651043438-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] Nothing says European like converting the displacement of a 400 cubic inch V8 into liters! The Grand Am differed from other Pontiac A-bodies in the new 1973 line with a specially tuned chassis, stiffer front and standard rear anti-roll bars, steel-belted radials, and front disc brakes, traits it shared with other allegedly Euro-style offerings from Chevrolet and Oldsmobile, the Monte Carlo and Cutlass Salon. Road & Track put these claims to the test in a March, 1973 road test and found the Grand Am mostly a traditionally American car, but with slightly improved roadholding and braking.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Pontiac10-e1506651398395-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Pontiac10-e1506651398395-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] This 79,500-mile example is said to start right up and run perfectly smooth, with air conditioning that still blows cold—how perfectly American! The red, white, and blue accent stripes don’t exactly shout Europe, either, but they do set off the Grand Am’s dramatic curves nicely. The listing makes no mention of any mechanical needs or recent maintenance, or of rust—although the underside of the car is pictured and looks good—so, as always, a thorough inspection would be advised. So far, bidding seems to be going swimmingly on the shiny promise of the pictures, but a dose of caution never hurts.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Pontiac7-e1506651866653-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Pontiac7-e1506651866653-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior wears its European influence more openly than the exterior, with a surprisingly ergonomically sound, driver-oriented instrument panel—years before BMW famously adopted the trope, I might add. The fabric on the seats is in terrific condition for nearly 80K miles, dating as it does from an era when Detroit was not known for durable cloth interiors. Space efficiency, however, is purely American, with not a whole lot of room for rear seat passengers in this 209-inch-long car.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Pontiac2-e1506652313592-630x421.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"421","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Pontiac2-e1506652313592-630x421.jpg"}[/IMG2] The claim that the ’73 Grand Am was designed to take on the best European road cars may have been a little dubious—not to mention unnecessary, as nearly 250,000 people bought a new, all-American LeMans or Grand Am that year—but there’s no denying that this is one clean example. Marketing schtick or no, are you buying what this Pontiac is selling?


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[h=1]1986 ASC McLaren Capri RS With Only 691 Miles![/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1986-ASC-McLaren-Capri-RS-630x354.jpg
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By Josh Mortensen I’ll admit it, I’m a sucker for the crazy paint schemes and areo body kits that were fitted to the more performance oriented cars of the ’80s. Just look at this Mercury Capri and tell me it isn’t cool! The run of the mill stock Capri doesn’t look bad, but after ASC/McLaren worked their cosmetic and performance magic, you have something truly impressive. The car you see here is one of the 115 built in ’86 and has seen just 691 miles! You can find this more or less brand new ASC McLaren Capri RS here on eBay in Maysville, Oklahoma with a BIN of $29,500.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1986-ASC-McLaren-Capri-RS-Engine-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1986-ASC-McLaren-Capri-RS-Engine-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] With an asking price of nearly $30k, this might seem like a lot to pay for a Fox body Mustang with a body kit, but it’s so much more than that. Yes, the body kit is part of what makes it look so cool, but under that charcoal grey metallic paint, flared fenders and body kit is a tuned 5.0 V8 and a reworked suspension. While engine modifications were quite limited, really just an improved cam, this was the quickest car you could buy directly from Ford in ’86 with a 0 to 60 time under 6 seconds and a quarter mile time in the 13 second range. And if you like to go through the twists, the lowered and stiffened suspension greatly improved the handling prowess.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1986-ASC-McLaren-Capri-RS-Interior-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1986-ASC-McLaren-Capri-RS-Interior-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] Keeping you safely planted in the car is handled by some high bolster buckets. Recaro seats were optional for those that were worried about not staying in their seats. For the most part, the interior was left stock, except for the Spectrum Radar Detector. As you can see, the interior of this car is in perfect condition, it’s still covered in most of it’s factory plastic covers. Strangely, it was optioned with an automatic. It’s said to be one of 9 ordered with the automatic, so from a collectibility standpoint it’s actually a good thing.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1986-Mercury-Capri-RS-630x393.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"393","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1986-Mercury-Capri-RS-630x393.jpg"}[/IMG2] I know this isn’t a dusty and rusty barn find, but how often do you find a 31 year old special edition performance car with almost no miles? Clearly, it was carefully stored away in someone garage and has been protected from the elements, rodents and the wear and tear that comes from use. As much as I would love to have this car, I actually would rather have one with a few more miles on it so I wouldn’t feel bad about driving it, but if you are in the market for a collectors piece that is only going to go up in value this one is worth considering!


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[h=1]On Life Number Eight: 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Passenger-Front-View-630x354.png
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By Jeff Bennett When you start a project, it is ideal to begin with the most rust free car you can find. Rust repair isn’t easy or cheap, and repairing severe rust on unibody cars takes skill and specialized tools. Ideally, you need a good welder, measuring equipment, and placing the car on a rotisserie would make the job much more pleasant. While it can be done in a home garage, the skill level and the amount of labor make the task daunting. What if you could start with a totally rust free car, but you were basically left with little else? This sun baked 1968 Mercury Cougar XR7, being sold on EBay in frosty Gilbert, Arizona, is currently at only $2,024, and has not hit its reserve yet. It has as nice a body as you can find, but will the rest of the restoration be feasible? Many thanks to Robby, the reader who found this interesting car for us.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Passenger-Rear-View-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Passenger-Rear-View-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Mustangs and Cougars from the sixties are notorious for having severe rust problems. These unibody cars are often found with rusty floor boards, door sills, and rocker boxes. While patch panels are available, and not that expensive, many owners tend to ignore rust until it becomes impossible to ignore. Others pass these cars on to starry eyed dreamers with little mechanical skills who never notice problems until it is too late. I’ve seen Mustangs that were beautiful outside and inside, but were all but gone underneath.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Engine-Compartment-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Engine-Compartment-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] So, this brings us to this 1968 Cougar. On the plus side, all the metal parts on this car are rust free (except for surface rust). It is an XR7 model originally equipped with a 390 cubic inch V-8, and the engine was fed by a two barrel carburetor. Furthermore, it is an X code car with factory disc brakes and the big block handling package. It had a C-6 automatic transmission and a standard 3:00-1 rear end. The exterior color was white and the interior was black leather with vinyl trim. Obviously, this was quite the car in its day.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Parts-In-Trunk-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Parts-In-Trunk-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller purchased it as a parts car from a gentleman who had a collection of cars. This gentleman had stripped the car for painting, and never got around to the job. After digging a bit deeper and assessing the condition of the car, the seller determined that the car was too good to part out. There is no information given as to the whereabouts of the engine and transmission, so I guess it is implied that you will have to find those yourself if you decide to restore the car to original. A number of parts are included with the car, just not some of the most important elements.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Front-Suspension-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Front-Suspension-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The condition of the front suspension and of the car as a whole lead the seller to state that they think the 23,000 mile odometer reading to be authentic. With the engine and transmission missing, I guess that matters only when it comes to moving parts that are left with the car. Regardless, this Arizona car must have fine sand packed into every orifice after sitting for decades in the desert sun and wind. Anything on the car that has a bearing surface will need to be stripped down and restored anyway.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Door-Sills-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Door-Sills-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The big story on this one is the complete lack of rust underneath. If your intent was to build the perfect Cougar from the ground up, then this would be the place to start. After blasting this one, it would look like a new body off the assembly line. You would spend a fortune, but restoring a rust bucket is an exercise in financial futility as well.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1968-Cougar-Floor-Pans-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1968-Cougar-Floor-Pans-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] With the drivetrain missing, it will never be a true numbers matching car. The interior is completely roasted by the sun, and you could spend a small fortune in there getting it back into shape. So, what do you do with a car like this? Store it away and wait for a rust bucket or a wrecked car to come along and transfer parts? Use it as the base for making the Cougar of your dreams? Or, utilize the body as a base for a Bud Moore Trans Am tribute car? What do you readers think the new owners should do with it?


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[h=1]427-Powered 1966 Ford Fairlane GT[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-1-e1506731195381-630x420.jpg
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By Todd Fitch This 1966 Ford Fairlane GT left the factory with the S code 390, the smallest motor available in a Fairlane GT in ’66. Sometime later it acquired its current motor, a 427 cubic inch mill. More on that later. Though currently located in Andover, Minnesota, this car is said to have spent most of its life in Texas. You can see more pictures and throw in a bid here on eBay. Currently wearing red primer it is said to have been “originally candy apple red,” a point which the late Joe Bailon, the inventor of Candy Apple Red who died this week, might dispute.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller calls this a “1966 center oiler,” i.e. oil galleries down the center of the block. Most experts refer to this as a “Top Oiler,” and consider it less desirable than the later “Side Oiler” block that featured a stronger design and oil galleries on the side to improve high-RPM oiling. To learn more about these FE blocks check out this article on MustangAndFords.com and this oiling diagram on Wikipedia. These pages indicate that Ford phased in the “Side Oiler” during 1965, but I will leave it to our Ford experts to comment on the description of a “66 center oiler.” No matter what you call it, this motor powered Ford’s NASCAR effort and other racing endeavors. In fact Mario Andretti won the 1967 Daytona 500 driving a 1967 Fairlane two-door sedan, the only other year of this body style.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-3-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-3-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior and other parts are stated as “new” and look sharp, though I’m not a fan of the white kick-panels and the carpet looks rumpled on the far left. As one would expect with Ford’s top racing motor, this Fairlane comes with a manual transmission.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-5-630x1120.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"1120","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/1966-Ford-Fairlane-GT-427-5-630x1120.jpg"}[/IMG2] We rarely feature many cars with an underside this clean or so many parts looking replaced or refurbished. A complete 427 engine (with all the date-correct goodies) can bring $17,000. The seller doesn’t claim this car or engine are perfect, but it does have some of the parts you would want. The fiberglass 427-specific hood as well as fiberglass trunk and bumpers puts this classic squarely in the quarter-mile corner, and the buyer will most likely have some hard driving in mind. He or she had better anyway! These ’66-’67 Fairlanes are one of my favorites, and I’d love to bang through the gears on this baby. What do you think of this fast Fairlane?


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From the WTF File, there lurks a 5.0 87 Mustang under this monstrosity.

[h=1]Batstang! 1987 Ford Mustang Custom[/h]
image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-1-630x421.jpg
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By Scotty Gilbertson Sooooooo, you’re sitting around one evening looking out the window at your Mustang parked in the driveway and thinking, I have way too much time and money on my hands, how can I use up some of that time and money? The result of that internal conflict is right here, a 1987 Batstang! The bones of this bat bomber belong to a 1987 Ford Mustang convertible. This crazy custom is on Craigslist in Treasure Coast, Florida with what seems like a very reasonable asking price of $5,000! When the CL info flies away, the info and photos can be found here. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Scott for this unusual find!



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-2-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-2-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] I had you hooked with that first photo, but now you’re not so sure. Am I right or am I right? You were thinking, dang, for $5,000 that thing looks pretty cool, it would be fun to drive it around town, maybe drop the kids off at school, or the kid, since there are really only two safely-usable seats, if the front seats could even be considered safely-usable. The rear seats, not so much. But now, after seeing the front end, you’re not quite so sure if you like it. Or, maybe it’s just me who isn’t quite so sure.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-3-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-3-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] HA! Now you’re thinking about it again! I know – me, too. The side and rear views of this crazy custom Batmobile are pretty cool, in my opinion. The front views aren’t quite as engaging or endearing, at least to me. There are a lot of details on this car, including the plexiglass cover on the rear deck which is covering the furnace duct.. no, wait.. I don’t know what that is, some sort of faux exhaust? A #3 good condition 1987 Ford Mustang convertible is valued at $4,800 according to the folks at Hagerty. Is this one worth $200 more than that? I would think so, at least in my world it would be.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-4-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-4-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is.. interesting.. and quite cramped, sort of like a middle-aged man wearing tights. The creator of this car, which I’m taking a wild guess was not George Barris, is actually pretty well detailed. there are a lot of things going on in here. I don’t know how someone could possibly put this much time and money into a vehicle and then sell it for $5,000. But, maybe even at that price it’ll be tough to find a buyer. The top doesn’t exist so it’s a fair-weather car, but there is a siren-top portion which I guess is good. There is seriously a ton of work that went into this car, could this be all custom bodywork or was there a Batmobile kit out there at one time?

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-5-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/100117-1987-Ford-Mustang-Batmobile-5-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] There’s no sign of bat’ness under the hood at all, it’s just a standard 5.0L 302 cubic-inch V8 that would have had around 225 hp. Was this a red car at one time? I can see red under the hood in spots. Or is that some sort of bat’rash? Eewwww.. The seller says that it “runs perfect” and “looks great”. I agree, this sure is one unique ride. Would you have the batguts to drive this Batstang in public?


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[h=1]A Southern Boy’s Dream: 2011 Wood Brothers Ford Fusion[/h]
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By Jeff Bennett Use your best Bill Murray/Carl Spackler the Groundskeeper voice to read this one out loud to yourself: “What an incredible Cinderella story. This unknown, comes out of nowhere to lead the pack at Daytona. He’s on his final lap. He’s about 455 yards away from the finish line. The crowd is standing on its feet at Daytona!” OK. You get the picture. Trevor Bayne, in his first Sprint Cup Series race for the fabled Wood Brothers, won the Daytona 500 in 2011. The car he won in is a museum in Michigan, but you can have the back up car for an amazingly low price. Found on Craigslist in Mooresville, North Carolina, this Wood Brothers 2011 Ford Fusion NASCAR racecar is for sale for just $5250!



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fusion-Race-Car-DDrivers-Front-View-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fusion-Race-Car-DDrivers-Front-View-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Trevor Bayne’s win was huge for the Wood Brothers, Ford, and NASCAR’s publicity machine. Bayne is the quintessential all American boy, and he was the hit of the talk shows for the week after the Daytona 500. The Wood Brothers team hadn’t won since 2001, which was with driver Elliot Sadler. The win marked Ford’s 600th win in the sport as well. Unfortunately, Bayne has not yet found another win in the cup series, and now drives for Roush-Fenway Racing.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fusion-Race-Car-Rear-View-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fusion-Race-Car-Rear-View-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The original car spent a year at the Daytona 500 Experience in Daytona Beach, Florida, then was taken to the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan. This car, according to the seller, was the superspeedway car that the Wood Brothers team originally campaigned at Daytona that year. An accident in practice resulted in Bayne backing this car into the wall, thus forcing a change to their backup car. Of course, the backup car ended up being the one that won the race, and this car was sent back to the shop for repairs. Wrecked NASCAR racecars usually end up one of two ways. The first is repair and return to the racetrack. The other is repair and life as a display car. Given that Bayne won the Daytona 500, and there was a lot of positive publicity from that win to be promoted, my guess is that this car ended up being a display car.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fusion-Race-Car-Interior-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fusion-Race-Car-Interior-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Usually, display cars are equipped much like they were when on the track, but outfitted with whatever used or second rate parts the team has laying around. The fastest these cars go is about 3-5 mph when they are loaded on and off the trailer for events. At the end of their useful life, they are either sold as a whole, or stripped of parts and chopped up. This one seems to ended its NASCAR life somewhere in the middle. It is an intact chassis, with just enough parts on it to keep it moveable. There are a number of parts being sold with the vehicle, but the most expensive parts, namely the engine and transmission, are missing from the car.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fusion-Race-Car-Spare-Parts-Two-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fusion-Race-Car-Spare-Parts-Two-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] Fortunately, there is a lot to work with here. A quick glance at the parts stash reveals, among other things, the plexiglass side windows for the car, a partial rear end assembly, a seat, and what looks to be a fuel cell. The fuel cell doesn’t look very big, leading me to believe it is a small one put in there for the express purpose of fueling the engine for driving on and off the trailer. While you likely won’t be using any NAPA Know How to put this car back together, there are a number of businesses in the Charlotte area that deal with parts for these cars, and even a few that deal in used parts. Or, you could contact a few of the smaller race shops to see what it would run you to get this one back together again.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/Fusion-Race-Car-Spare-Parts-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/Fusion-Race-Car-Spare-Parts-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] So, what do you do with it when you have it running and driving? The devil in me wants to ask you if you’ve ever driven with the lights off during a full moon, but that would be wrong. The angel side would tell you that there are a few racing leagues that still provide opportunities for these cars to run at places such as Road Atlanta and Virginia International Raceway. A number of tracks will also allow them on track days sponsored by various clubs. I don’t think you could ever make a full superspeedway run, but there are some closed course events out west that would allow it. Regardless, it would be a really cool toy to have in the garage, and would draw quite a crowd at a car show. It may not be the actual car that won the Daytona 500 for Trevor Bayne, but it is the closest you will ever get to owning it.


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[h=1]Never Been Off Road: 1978 Ford Bronco 4×4[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen I’m not sure how the seller of this Bronco would know for certain that it’s never been off road, but it does look to be in amazing condition and the odometer is showing just 21k miles. Having grown up in a town where these rigs were common daily transportation and everyone loved to go off roading, it leaves you wondering what the full story is. Well if you’d live to take a look at this Bronco and come up with your own theories, it can be found here on eBay in Las Vegas, Nevada with a current bid of $9,500.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1978-Ford-Bronco-Interior-630x473.jpeg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1978-Ford-Bronco-Interior-630x473.jpeg"}[/IMG2] This truck was for the most part, well optioned with the 302 V8, 4 wheel drive and vinyl seats. Sadly it didn’t get AC though, as it proved to be quite hot to drive around in. That might explain why I’d didn’t see much use on or off the road. It’s also the reason the seller gives for why the vinyl upholstery is gone. That’s alright though, I like cloth seats and if you really need vinyl, the kits are readily available for these. It’s not perfect, but this really is one nice truck! So will you take it off roading or keep it stashed safely away in your garage?


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[h=1]7,000 Miles From New: 1983 Ford Thunderbird[/h]
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By Jeff Lavery Fancy a brand new Thunderbird? Then head on over to eBay where there’s a 1983 model with just 7,000 miles on the clock. Since a non-Super Coupe car wasn’t destined to become a collector’s item, this low mileage example here on eBay either belonged to an elderly driver or simply failed to deliver the driving experience its original owner was hoping for.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thunderbird-rear-e1506782473874.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"359","width":"603","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/thunderbird-rear-e1506782473874.jpg"}[/IMG2] Personally, I’ve always found this to be one of the prettier generations of the Thunderbird, and wouldn’t turn down a clean manual transmission Super Coupe if it came my way. This example is the desirable combo of red over black, and the factory mudflaps and polished alloy wheels look fantastic here. The red pinstripe is period correct even if it’s a bit distracting.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thunderbird-odo-630x396.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"396","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/thunderbird-odo-630x396.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller isn’t lying: just over 7,000 miles on the clock. No details are offered as to how this happens, but our guess is either an elderly owner passed away and the car sat in storage, or someone felt the first year of the ninth-generation Thunderbird would become a future collector’s item. Well, it hasn’t, but the seller is still asking $12,500 for a gorgeous but not necessarily desirable specimen.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/09/thunderbird-interior-630x385.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"385","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/09\/thunderbird-interior-630x385.jpg"}[/IMG2] Wow – that’s as red as it gets. I’ve always thought the red interiors on Thunderbirds was somewhere between cherry and bordello red, a color that was more fitting for a pair of high heels than a car interior. Still, it’s in mint condition like the rest of the car and the V8 / automatic combination likely provides a fine driving experience. Although I doubt the seller will get his price, this may be one of the nicest ones left.


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When was the last time you saw one of these [h=1]Go Pack Survivor: 1973 AMC Javelin AMX[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen While I personally prefer the earlier Javelin body style, these second generation cars are still cool machines. This example looks to be in nice condition overall and it’s equipped with a freshly built 360 V8, the original is with it and included. It was optioned with the Go Package, Ram Air hood and a 4-speed, so this should be a fun driver. Other than the engine, it’s said to be original. The seller also states it’s a one owner car, yet it sounds like they are the second owner. If you’d like to have a closer look at it, you can find it here on eBay in Beecher, Illinois with a current bid of $2,225 and a BIN of $18k.



image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1973-AMC-Javelin-Interior-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1973-AMC-Javelin-Interior-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Not to go on a rant, but why can’t people just be honest about how many owners the car has had? Do sellers truly believe buyers will pay them less if they state that it’s a two owner car? Personally, I don’t care if they are the second owner, as long as they can prove that the person they bought it from is the person that bought it new (or inherited it from the original owner). Honesty is always the best bet when it comes to selling a classic car online and every time we see a car listed as a one owner car by the second owner, it instantly makes us question what else the seller might be lying about.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1973-AMC-Javelin-Engine-630x437.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"437","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1973-AMC-Javelin-Engine-630x437.jpg"}[/IMG2] With that rant out of the way, this actually looks like a really good find. I’m curious to know what all was done to the new engine and whether there is anything wrong with the original one. Hopefully it was a matter of the seller wanting to increase performance without modifying the original engine. If that’s the case, I’m all for having an upgraded replacement engine under the hood with the original ready to go back in if needs be. It does make transportation a bit tricky, as you will need to find some way of getting the engine shipped separately.

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/1973-AMC-Javelin-AMX-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/1973-AMC-Javelin-AMX-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Depending on what all has been done to the engine, this could be a quick car. The Go Pack included the 3.54 rear end and should allow for solid quarter mile times, especially if the V8 has been worked over. So if you’ve been looking for a muscle car that is a bit different, this AMC might just be worth a closer look.


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[h=1]Minto Pinto: 1980 Ford Pinto Survivor[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner Readers, I have to be honest with you. I have been a lifelong Pinto naysayer, however in my recent time writing for Barn Finds I have written up several and grown to love them. We have featured some really nice, and some really okay, examples. They seem to get progressively nicer every time someone sends one in, and Rocco B. really delivered on this fine example. Pintos may have once been economical cars to be disposed of after use, however they are now old enough to draw a crowd. Having covered just under 70,000 miles, this example can be found here on craigslist in Ohio with an asking price of $4,000.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/pinto-interior.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pinto-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though I haven’t seen it in person, based on the photographs and the information provided by the seller, this is the worst part of the car right here. Having seen both use and maintenance, the driver’s seat has suffered the most. If the rest of the interior is as nice as it looks, then this seat could perhaps be recovered in matching material and the rest of the interior be left alone. Brown was popular during this time period, much like silver and gray are popular in vehicles of today. Though I won’t say I love this interior color, it is markedly less utilitarian than the gray cloth of comparable modern vehicles. It also has an 8-track player!

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pinto-engine.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood sits a 2.3 liter four cylinder engine. Though Pintos were available with several different engine options over the years, by 1980 the V6 was discontinued and the 2.3 four cylinder became the only engine available. The seller states that this car has been a reliable daily driver for the last two years and has never left the seller stranded. This car is cheap enough that for a vintage car enthusiast, this could be a good “modern vintage” driver while the less-daily vehicles sit safely in the garage.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/pinto-rear.jpg"}[/IMG2] Out of all of the Pintos/Lynxes I have written up, this is in the top two nicest I have seen. The factory slotted wheels really do a lot for it, and this car would be the perfect candidate for a vintage driver. The seller states “Can be kept as is as a very clean survivor, or could be a great starting point for the Pinto hot rod of your dreams.” I’m not sure anyone dreams of making a hot rod Pinto, but I sincerely hope this car remains nice and original. I would absolutely daily this car. Would you?


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[h=1]Bird Of Prey: 1956 Studebaker Golden Hawk[/h]
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By Brian Birkner Studebaker always employed unique and interesting styling on their cars, and thanks is owed to Raymond Loewy for the Hawk. Born and raised in California, no harsh elements have ever reached this ’56. Having only two owners since new, the first owner had this Stude’ for 53 years. Clearly well taken care of and ready to drive, this golden Hawk is currently up for bid at $7,188 with the reserve not met, or for an astonishing buy it now price of $24,500. Take a look at it here on ebay out of Mission Viejo, California.


image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/56-Studebaker-Golden-Hawk-2-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/56-Studebaker-Golden-Hawk-2-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood is an extremely clean engine and bay. There is a great deal of factory paint present on the 352 engine, and in the bay itself. Thought to have covered 105,000 miles in its lifetime, it would seem this Hawk is a solid driver and needs little to be enjoyed. There are a few “creative” fixes done to this car that I am not exactly thrilled about. The windshield washer bottle is literally a soda bottle fitted to the driver side of the engine compartment. Also there was apparently an issue with the horn button, or its wiring, so a new button has been fashioned to the lower portion of the steering column. Both of these issues are minor and could certainly be remedied, but it makes me wonder what else could have been repaired in this manner?

image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/10/56-Studebaker-Golden-Hawk-3-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/56-Studebaker-Golden-Hawk-3-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] The beautifully engine turned dash is always a treat in these Hawks, and the interior of this car is beautiful. Covered in a steering wheel wrap, the rim of the wheel may suffer some minor damage or perhaps even a few cracks like so many vintage wheels like to do. The horn button suffers from some minor cracking, but as whole, the steering wheel presents nicely enough for an original condition driver as does the rest of the interior. Thankfully there is little else in the interior that reflects any signs of aging.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"http:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/10\/56-Studebaker-Golden-Hawk-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Have you ever seen a car as shiny as this Studebaker? It would almost seem like this Golden Hawk is a mirror out on a bright summers day with brilliance and light reflecting every which way. Although the paint is gorgeous, a repaint occurred at some point in the 1980’s. The seller mentions that the paint has aged well, but does have some minor touch up areas. There is no rust or damage in sight, but the driver door looks to have some minor alignment concerns. The only immediate needs for this Studebaker would be new tires as the current ones are a bit old. With a crisp and clean appearance, what do you think this Hawk will sell for?


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