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[h=1]Mint Mopar: 1970 Plymouth Hemi ‘Cuda Survivor[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner “Wow” is all I have to say about a car like this! This is something of a Mopar “holy grail” that is certain to sell to a collector. If I had an extra half million dollars lying around, I would’ve bought it already. When I view a car ad, I typically look at the photos first before reading the text. During my initial look at the photos, I thought “This is a really authentic, well-done restoration.” Joke is on me though, it is a survivor car and not a restoration, so that would explain the extreme authenticity. It has all its original sheet metal, 36,000 miles, and the tires have only been changed once–in 1976! Find it here on eBay in Oklahoma with a Buy It Now price of $499,000 with a starting bid of $350,000.


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cuda-interior-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior of this ‘Cuda looks showroom fresh, at least from here. You can see why one might think this was a freshly restored car at first glance! The original seats, carpet, headliner, and Hurst pistol grip shifter are all in place and in as exceptional condition as they could possibly be for a car of this age. This is yet another example of a car that I almost believe the mileage is too high, simply because of how nice it is.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cuda-engine-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is the money right here: the original, number matching 425 horsepower 426 cubic inch Chrysler Hemi engine. Furthermore, as you can clearly see, this is a Shaker hood car and it is still equipped with the Shaker components. The engine bay is extremely original and correct, simply because it was never changed. This is where it starts to become clear that this is an original and unrestored car. The emissions sticker is showing some age, as are the inner fenders and the fender tag. The underside of the engine is immaculate and as clean as any other part of this car. The engine has its correct Mopar hoses, and even an authentic Mopar oil filter. It is also equipped with power brakes, and a Super Track Pak rear end with 4.10 gears.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cuda-rear-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] There may be many high dollar Mopars out there, and many of them cost more than this car, but as far as ‘Cudas go this is the dream of many collectors. I will not be discussing the price, but I will say that this car is worth exactly what someone will pay for it. This is a time capsule and a rare find, being as original as it is. I would love to know the story on how a car like this got parked with so few miles on it! The only non-original part of this car is some minor paint work on the passenger’s side, which cannot be seen (at least in the pictures). This will certainly go to a collector and be kept as the time-machine it is!


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Now this is definitely a cool, rare piece.

[h=1]1958 Ford Ranchero With A 5.0 V8[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen When it comes to repairing a classic car, fire damage is one of the most difficult problems to correct. The heat can impact the integrity of metal, damage wiring and create a whole range of issues. We tend to recommend steering clear of flood and fire damage cars, but this Ford Ranchero could actually be an exemption to that rule. You see, it suffered a fire in the engine bay, but it doesn’t appear to have caused that much damage. It damaged the wiring, which is a problem, but the seller replaced the distributor and the engine fired right up. You can find this project here on eBay in Santa Teresa, New Mexico with a BIN of $8,500.



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1958-Ford-Ranchero-Engine-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s the engine bay, which does show some signs of the fire. You might also notice that this isn’t a V8 from 1958 and that’s because it’s a 5.0 from the 1980’s. The seller doesn’t state what engine this ute was originally equipped with, but chances are it had the 292 V8. When the engine was swapped, the transmission and steering assembly were also swapped, so this should be a comfortable vehicle to daily drive. That is if you can get the charred wiring sorted.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1958-Ford-Ranchero-Project-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This clearly is an older restoration, but it looks to have held up alright. There’s plenty of overspray to be cleaned up and it looks like there might be some rust issues beginning to develop in the door jambs. There’s a lot to be done here to make this a nice driver again, but it sure would be cool once completed. So do you think the 5.0 swap hurts or helps the value?


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From Down Under.


[h=1]Australian 1972 Chrysler Valiant Charger[/h]
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By Todd Fitch If you enjoy answering the same questions over and over again at the local Show ‘n’ Shine, this may be the vehicle for you! In the seller’s own words, this “truly unique muscle car” might literally put you in a class by yourself at many American car shows. Thanks to Paul C. for spotting this Australian 1972 Chrysler Valiant Charger R/T located in Indiana, Pennsylvania and offered at auction here on eBay. With a Buy-It-Now price of $44,500 (or Make Offer), it’s only one click away. Normally we avoid restored cars, but this one is too interesting to pass up!



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1972-Chrysler-Valiant-Charger-2-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] For decades, rectangular headlights were illegal in America (until model year 1975), but they look great on this Valiant (details courtesy of wikipedia). The “HEMI,” “265,” and “R/T” callouts are factory correct. The last car I saw wearing this much verbiage sat in a high school parking lot.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"353","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1972-Chrysler-Valiant-Charger-3-630x353.jpg"}[/IMG2] The bank of functional-looking round gauges, simple three-speed floor shifter, and bolstered bucket seats reinforce the racing aspirations of this Charger, and indeed these cars were known for great road manners right out of the box (thanks to valiant.org for some details.)

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"353","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1972-Chrysler-Valiant-Charger-4-630x353.jpg"}[/IMG2] Behold the 265 cid Hemi Six-Pack! That’s right; you’re looking at one of the hottest engines available in Australia for model year 1972. With 248 HP on tap, this Charger could rip off a quarter-mile in 15.7 seconds in ’72, faster than many V8s. This one has been rebuilt and dyno-tested at 255 HP and 270 lb-ft of torque.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/1972-Chrysler-Valiant-Charger-5-e1513877365340-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Charger model appears to most closely resemble the American 1969 (Plymouth Valiant-based) Barracuda, and especially seems to include design cues from this modified 1968 Plymouth Barracuda Formula S. Though the listing doesn’t specifically mention it, the paint certainly resembles American Chrysler’s FM3 Panther Pink. Who’s ready to trade $44,500 for this unique pink muscle car?




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[h=1]Pony Project: 1968 Mustang Fastback[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen This ’68 Mustang recently popped up in our Classifieds and I couldn’t help but notice it! The redesigned ’67 and ’68 Mustang is one of my all time favorite designs. This particular example has rust issues, but being a Mustang means you can get every inch of metal to fix it or even a whole new body if you’d like! And on the upside, this car looks to be complete inside and out. If you’ve been on the hunt for a ’68 Fastback to restore, this one is worth a closer look. Find it here on eBay in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania with a current bid just under $10k.



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"458","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1968-Mustang-Engine-630x458.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller states that the engine is original to the car and has just 40k miles on it. The fact that it’s an inline six paired to a C4 automatic might be a deal breaker for some, but the 200 cui engine is actually a great little engine with lots of torque. If the mileage is correct, there’s a good chance it will run great without much work. And there are performance parts out there for those that need more grunt. Or there’s always the option of swapping it out for a V8. The reason Ford redesigned the Mustang for ’67 was actually to make room for a big block, so if you just happen to have a 390, a 427 or a 428 on hand, any of those would be fun options!

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"632","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1968-Mustang-Interior-630x632.jpg"}[/IMG2] Now let’s take a look at the interior, which the seller states as being beautiful. While it could use a good cleaning, it actually is in surprisingly nice shape. It looks like you could just shampoo the carpets, treat the vinyl upholstery and install a wood rimmed steering wheel to have it looking perfect. Even if it ends up needing new seat foams, not having to replace the entire interior saves a lot of money and time.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1968-Mustang-Fastback-Project-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Mustang creates some serious conundrums. The rust issues are a major concern that will take time and money, but aren’t impossible to fix. And the fact that it isn’t a V8 car does reduce it’s overall desirability. What am I saying, it’s a Fastback Mustang! Who doesn’t dream of owning one? While the rust is an issue for me, I’d be more than willing to fire up my MIG unit and get to work fixing it just to have one of my dream cars. I’d even be content with the inline six, although I might have to swap the C4 out for a manual. Down the road, if funds become available and I decide I have to have a V8, I’d swap it for a 302. So would you take on this Mustang? And if so, would you keep the inline six or would you install a V8 under the hood?


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[h=1]Mysterious Beauty: 1966 Jaguar E-Type[/h]
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By Nathan Avots-Smith Could you ever get tired of looking at this shape? I don’t think I could, although I guess you’d have to ask me when I’m staring down the first big mechanic’s bill to get the whole truth. Still, there are few automotive shapes as pure as that of a Series I Jaguar E-Type, and I think the fastback roofline of the fixed-head coupe like this ’66 is the perfect topper. This lovely survivor adds a layer of honest use on top of those lines; how much is that worth? We’ll have to wait and see; with just one day left on its eBay listing, the reserve hasn’t been met with bidding up to $35,900 as of this writing.


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"384","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Jag1-630x384.jpg"}[/IMG2] Would you restore or preserve this Jag as-is? I’d lean toward the former—and I suspect a good bath would go a long way, and might have encouraged the seller to complement these photos with some of a clean car—but the photo above does lead me to reconsider and take exception with the seller’s assertion that the body shows “no…accident damage.” What happened to the driver’s side front quarter then? Still, from other angles, the rest of the car does present as very straight, and there’s nothing to contradict the seller’s claim of no rust aside from a holey muffler; the rest of the underside looks quite good. It’s hard to tell how tired the paint is; again, that dirt. The grille-mounted driving lights are a neat addition, even if they do give the car a slightly buck-toothed appearance.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"383","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Jag7-630x383.jpg"}[/IMG2] An even cooler period modification can be found inside, where the glovebox has been replaced by some complex-looking aftermarket stereo equipment. The photos aren’t high-res enough to enlarge and get a good look at many of the markings, although the buttons on the right are labeled “Record” (is that like a tape recorder, or a record player?) and “Stereo,” and the brand name “Lafayette” is clearly visible. Any experts on vintage audio equipment able to shed more light on this setup? Otherwise, the interior has been more thoroughly cleaned than the exterior and, some seam splitting aside, looks really lovely. Aw, to heck with it, here comes the “P-word”: it has absolutely perfect patina. I’d kill to spend some quality time with my butt on that leather and my mitts on that wood.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"383","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Jag8-630x383.jpg"}[/IMG2] This being a Series I coupe, Jaguar’s 4.2-liter inline six is resplendent under the hood, with a four-speed stick handling shifting duties. The seller spent most of the very brief description listing the original documentation and tools that come with the car, which is very neat, but neglected to say whether the car actually runs or is drivable. I think that they might have had an easier time reaching their reserve if they had answered more of the basic questions like these, said something about the car’s history and the period accessories that make this coupe unique, and included before and after photos of the car in as-found condition. Beauty will take you so far, and this is a beauty; what would it take for you to get this Jag over the finish line?


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[h=1]Survivor Reader Find: 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit[/h]
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By Jamie Palmer Thanks to Barn Finds reader Rocco B. for this terrific find! This 1975 Pontiac Firebird Esprit looks like the classic survivor that needs nothing. How often do you find that? The question is, would you rather have this superb condition Esprit, or hold out for a more expensive Formula or Trans Am? If you’re game for the Esprit, it’s listed for sale here on craigslist and is located near Flint, Michigan. The price? $11,000. That may sound expensive at first, but remember, it’s both mint and almost all original!


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/n1a-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] As you can see from this 1975 Firebird brochure, the Esprit was the second rung up the four-rung Firebird model ladder for 1975. Although I have to admit that when the first “distinctive feature” listed is concealed windshield wipers, I don’t think there was a whole lot gained (apart from Rockford Files street cred if you chose a gold one) by upgrading from the base Firebird.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"355","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/n2-630x355.jpg"}[/IMG2] Assuming for a moment that this really is the original paint, it’s pretty obvious that this 85,000 mile car has been extremely well taken care of, especially if it’s been in the Detroit area for it’s entire life. The seller tells us that the only item replaced was the original headliner, and they are including that as well. Not only that, but all the service records and original documentation come with the car.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"355","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/n4-630x355.jpg"}[/IMG2] While we don’t have a picture of what’s under the hood, the seller tells us it’s the 350 V8 with a two-barrel carburetor. On the other hand, we do see a picture of what is a mint and pristine interior. So, I ask you, would you hold out for a sportier model Formula or Trans Am, certainly having to accept one in worse condition (for the same price), or would this automatic, rather plain but elegant Esprit fit better in your classic car plans? Please let me know in the comments, and I wish all Barn Finds readers an early Happy New Year!



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[h=1]Topless 442: 1970 Oldsmobile Cutlass[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner I’m a sucker for convertibles, especially most anything GM of this era. This 1970 Cutlass 442 is being offered in a stunning bronze with beautiful brown interior combination. This is not a clone and the ad says it is documented as being a real 442. It is a survivor, unrestored original car with 25,583 original miles on it and even the original exhaust system. Find it here on Craigslist in Texas with a $42,500 price tag. Thanks to reader Nick for the submission!


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cutlass-interior.jpg"}[/IMG2] The entire interior is done in a nice brown with woodgrain accents, and matches quite nicely with the bronze exterior. This car is sure to stick out in a crowd without being in your face! In a performance car like this, standing out without drawing too much attention is ideal. The condition of the interior makes me believe the survivor claim. From the ad “Factory AC delete. Factory Bench Seat. Factory column shifter.” Furthermore, the seller was told this car is one of five built in this configuration. The seats being a lighter color will likely help keep them from getting too hot in the sun when the top is down, though as anyone with experience in a vinyl-upholstered vehicle knows, there is no vinyl that doesn’t burn you in the summer!

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"450","width":"600","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cutlass-engine.jpg"}[/IMG2] Because it is a 442, the engine is a 365 horsepower 455 cubic inch V8. This convertible is ready to scream down the road in style! As previously mentioned, the seller states that this car has the “Original untouched exhaust system.” This is the type of car that would be right at home cruising down the street at the beach! This is my go-to scenario, as it is my favorite convertible activity.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"337","width":"600","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/cutlass-rear.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though $42,500 may sound like a lot at first, for an all original 1970 442 convertible with 25,583 original miles and proof of being a 442 it could be much more expensive. The seller states that “Some of these cars have exceeded $100,000 in auction sales,” and while I don’t have the proof to back that up, based on my experience I do believe this car could bring quite a lot more than the asking price at the right auction. Would you keep it as a low-mileage car, and enjoy looking at it? Or put some miles on it every nice weekend and enjoy it for what it is?


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[h=1]Where’s Waldoboro? 1978 Ford Ranchero GT[/h]
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By David Frank Just look what AMX Brian has found for us, a shiny blue ute with an extra long nose! The pictures certainly make this last generation Ranchero listed on Craigslist look nice. The $6,600 asking price even seems reasonable, so one has to wonder why it hasn’t sold after being listed for several weeks. Perhaps it could be the missing title or the limited market in Waldoboro, Maine that is discouraging folks. The previous generation Ranchero was based on the Torino which went away in 1976 so this seventh generation was based on the midsize LTD ll. This Ranchero is well equipped with AC, power steering, brakes, and windows. The seller says it “floats” yet it “a blast to drive”. No pictures are provided of the underside, but the dirt side is said to be in great shape with no rust. Life on Duckpuddle Lane seems to have been nice to it.



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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"398","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/78-Ranchero-inside-e1514135636875-630x398.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior appears to have been treated well and to be in great shape. Hopefully, the steering wheel rim is not too sticky under that cover.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"355","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/78-Ranchero-Bed-e1514386377945-630x355.jpg"}[/IMG2] The bed looks great, especially when wet. There are few dents showing and no signs of rust.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"365","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/78-ranchero-engine-e1514139741410-630x365.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here is the 351 V8 engine. It all looks tidy and original. Hopefully, the AC works.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/78-Ranchero-right-e1514140345159-630x310.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"310","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/78-Ranchero-right-e1514140345159-630x310.jpg"}[/IMG2] This aardvark, er, Ranchero, looks all shiny and blue. One might even get the ends confused given similar dimensions front and back. There are the usual “ifs” here, but if you like the looks of the Ranchero and if it is even close to being as described and, the big if, if you can work around the lost title to register it in your state, then this could be a really nice ute. Most won’t like the wheels, but they are better than most, I think. Is anyone out there ready to float away?


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[h=1]That Sinking Feeling: 1967 Mercury Cougar[/h]
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By Scotty Gilbertson Are you looking for a project car? One that has never seen snow?! Just kidding of course, this 1967 Mercury Cougar is sitting outside and it appears to have been sitting in that same spot since the seller drove it there two years ago. Or, they say that it was running two years ago, whether it was driving or not is but a single phone call away. You can find the seller’s info here on Craigslist in Woodstock, Connecticut. They list an asking price of $1,750. AMXBrian sent in this find – thanks, Brian!



image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-2-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-2-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Huuuuuu’weee, as they most likely don’t say in Connecticut. This snow cat is sunken in the ground which is never a good sign for keeping things rust-free underneath. But, first-year Cougars are pretty desirable and the body on this car looks pretty solid. Some detail photos or, even better, a personal visit with the seller dragging this Lime Frost-colored car out of its quagmire so you can check underneath is an even better idea. Seeing a car sinking into the ground like this gives me a sinking feeling, literally and figuratively. What a waste for a car that was Motor Trend’s Car of the Year in 1967.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-3-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-3-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] Cougars, I mean, the car kind.. were Mercury’s answer to Ford’s personal pony car, the Mustang, but being a Mercury they weren’t ponies, they were cats. That made no sense at all. I personally prefer the Cougar, they’re a bit more luxurious and they had cool features like hidden headlights and they also had sequential tail lights, similar to Mustangs but on a larger scale. You can see one of the grille pieces that are adjacent to the headlight grilles on the trunk lid in the photo above. Here is where that grille piece goes. That is one fairly crisp-looking front end, despite part of the grille being relocated, and this car, in general, being abandoned for at least a couple of years out in the middle of a field. There are all sorts of videos on YouTube showing some restoration techniques and a person could spend hours / days / weeks / months / years just doing nothing but watching other people restore vehicles online.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-4-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is the only interior photo, and, um.. wow. Yeah, the next owner will have his/her work cut out for him/herself here. There are bits and pieces that look pretty good, but let’s be honest, every square inch of this car, inside and out, needs to be restored. The seller says that this car is a “complete car for restoration”, but that the title is missing. In some states that’s really no big deal at all, but in some others it can be a hassle. I believe that this is an upscale Couger XR-7 because of the T-handle automatic shifter, but I’m not positive. One of you may know for sure. A woodgrain dash would be another tell-tale sign but we can’t see the dash.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-5-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/122617-1967-Mercury-Cougar-5-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The smallest engine available in the Cougar was a 289 cubic-inch V8 with 200 hp. A four-barrel 289 car would have had a bit more at 225 hp. I can see some fairly severe rust on the LF fender top, so just imagine how much is underneath! The seller says that this engine was “running 2 years ago”, do you think you could get it running again? Is this car too far gone, from what you can see in these photos? Hagerty lists a #2 excellent-condition car as being worth $18,000. You’re not even going to come close to restoring this car for that so it would be a labor of love.


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[h=1]Texas Reader Find: 1968 AMX Almost Survivor[/h]
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By Jamie Palmer Thanks to reader Harlan B. for directing us to this cool survivor! This AMX was recently liberated from a shipping container that it’s been in since 1991 in El Paso, Texas. Thankfully, it must have been a dry container, as there’s very little rust. It’s now located in Terrell, Texas. The price is $13,500, and the advertisement is here on craigslist.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/q2-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/q2-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] From a distance, although it’s worn and flaking in places, the paint looks pretty good. It looks like it could be a respray due to what I think might be overspray on the exhaust pipe, but the seller tells us they think it’s original paint. I’ll let you decide.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/q3-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/q3-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] This close up reveals the exact nature of the paint. Kudos to the seller for providing such detail. They tell us there is some light rust bubbling in the lower quarter panels, presumably in the rear. However, that is so much better than we typically find AMXs, it’s not funny. I know several of our frequent commenters may be able to elaborate further.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/q4-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] I can’t believe how nice this interior looks. Apart from some minor fading, probably due to sun exposure, this looks great. Unfortunately, the seller tells us it isn’t original. Despite that, I’d leave it alone, because it certainly is period appearing–and appealing! We’re also told that a “very 70s” aftermarket tachometer has been installed in the gauge cluster. I’d probably end up leaving it too!

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/q5-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] The 390–whoops, no it’s not. The seller quite correctly discloses that the car is now powered by a 360 V8. Once the seller cleaned things up, they tell us that the car will start instantly and idle nicely without the aid of starting fluid. They have only run the car off a separate can as the fuel tank is undoubtedly messed up due to storage. We’re also told the carburetor works great and that there are no exhaust leaks. I suppose by the strictest definition of the term, this isn’t a survivor, especially since the original engine is gone. However — I think it is a survivor of its era, and such would be a neat car to have. Do you agree?


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[h=1]1 of 107: 1994 Ford Mustang GT Pace Car Convertible[/h]
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By Jeff Lavery The 1994 Ford Mustang was a new chapter in the muscle car’s history, with a fresh design combined with the familiarity of Ford’s 5.0 V8. The Indianapolis 500, of course, used the 1994 Mustang Cobra as its official pace car. This isn’t a Cobra but rather a GT-spec model, and the seller has provided documentation from Ford confirming it was used as a “parade and courtesy car” at the event. Find it here on eBay with a starting bid of $12K.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/mustang-pace-car-rear-e1514008854651-630x319.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"319","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/mustang-pace-car-rear-e1514008854651-630x319.jpg"}[/IMG2] At first, I had a hard time finding any sort of evidence that this lower-spec GT wasn’t just a dealer dress-up kit. Most of the references to the Pace Car involve the higher-horsepower Cobra-spec models, but apparently there were 107 GTs painted in matching Rio Red paint and used at the event. The car here has accumulated a mere 24,863 miles from new and is equipped with an automatic transmission and Pace Car graphics on the doors.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/mustang-pace-interior-e1514008872381-630x353.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"353","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/mustang-pace-interior-e1514008872381-630x353.jpg"}[/IMG2] Cabin-wise, this is standard GT-spec fare with lightly bolstered leather seats and stock airbag steering wheel. The leather looks more tired than I’d expect for the low mileage and it’s disappointing to not at least see a touch more dress-up for an actual Festival car – Momo steering wheel, contrasting leather, something? Anyway, the Mustang at least comes with the upgraded audio system and the seller references a side-exit exhaust – was that standard on the Pace Cars?

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/mustang-pace-motor-e1514008895845-630x348.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"348","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/mustang-pace-motor-e1514008895845-630x348.jpg"}[/IMG2] The exhaust does look like it was designed that way from the factory, but I haven’t seen any indication as to other power modifications. The stock 5.0 V8 will provide reliable, respectable performance and upgrades are plentiful if you wish to change this Pace Car replica’s stock configuration. Will the value ever increase on these? In my opinion, it’s doubtful, but I applaud the seller from tracking down the appropriate documentation and including it in the photo gallery.


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280 HP and AWD !

[h=1]Future Collectible: 1991 GMC Syclone[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner The 1990s were a fantastic time of growth and development for performance trucks. Factory modified pickups were popular, and they were selling. While performance trucks weren’t new at this time, they were widely popular for the first time in a long time. GM got in on the trend in 1990 with the 454 SS, and Ford with the Lightning in 1993. GM then introduced the Syclone and Typhoon in 1991, based on the S10 and Blazer respectively. These two were all-wheel-drive and were known for being able to put the hurt on a variety of challengers! This example could use some cosmetic touch-ups, but only has 43,000 miles on the odometer. Find it here on eBay in Wisconsin with an asking price of $14,500.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/syclone-interior-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/syclone-interior-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Syclone could be had with cloth, but this truck has been redone in leather. This truck was meant to appeal as a performance vehicle, and the leather certainly helps to separate this one from a “regular S10.” Interestingly enough, the gauge cluster is from the Pontiac Sunbird Turbo, which was discontinued in 1990 just before the Syclone was released. Aside from usual wear and age, everything looks nice, clean, and intact. It looks to me like the leather could use some rejuvenation, but other than that this is a cruise ready pickup!

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/syclone-engine-630x474.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"474","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/syclone-engine-630x474.jpg"}[/IMG2] The real fun in this truck is in the engine bay. The largest engine available in S10 variants was the 4.3 liter GM V6, which shares many attributes of the classic 5.7 liter/350 cubic inch Chevrolet V8. Naturally, the Syclone was outfitted with the largest engine that would easily fit, but of course that wasn’t enough to make it a performance truck! The Syclones were also outfitted with a turbocharger, and AWD, meaning that this truck REALLY pulls when you put your foot down. To quote the seller, “The AWD is amazing and this thing pulls hard even upwards of 80+ mph,” and I don’t doubt it.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/syclone-night-630x473.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"473","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/syclone-night-630x473.jpg"}[/IMG2] This truck isn’t perfect, but from the ad it sounds like it has always been maintained properly. The only real issue is that it has a rebuilt title from a minor accident a previous owner was involved in, but the seller claims it was rebuilt with authentic parts. These trucks were only built for one year, and only 2,995 were produced. I understand why a rebuilt title might be a deal-breaker, but finding one of these for sale can be a challenge in itself (even though there is another one on eBay right now!). Would you drive it as it is, or make it show-ready perfect?


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[h=1]Developed In Secret: 1969 Mustang Boss 429[/h]
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By Garr Larson Fade In. Scene – Brighton, Michigan on a sunny afternoon. It’s 1969 and we see a handful of engineers, all wearing wire rimmed glasses, starched white shirts and black slacks. Behind is a collection of Ford GT40 MKII’s, as the team looks down the length of a racetrack – the rumble of an engine gaining pitch. Suddenly a white Ford Mustang barrels into view, then speeds past as one engineer checks the time on a stopwatch. The crew all stare in disbelief, then let out a collective holler. The birth of what will become world’s most classic muscle car has happened – as the Kar Kraft team of gearheads have created the Ford Mustang Boss 429, an amazing low mile example found here on eBay.



image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/POST-122117-2-e1513909293327-630x414.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"414","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/POST-122117-2-e1513909293327-630x414.jpg"}[/IMG2] Chances are you know more than most about the history of The Boss, and certainly have dreamed of owning one of these treasured collectables. There’s more legend, lore, and speculation on the heritage of the 429 than practically any other muscle machine – but here’s a refresher just for fun. In the late 1960’s Chrysler was the King of the Racing Road – all because of the success of its massive 426 engines. Ford needed not just a contender, but a King Killer – and the Big Block Boss 429 was just that power plant. Developed in secret, it was so big that it didn’t fit in the 1969 standard Mustang. And, to race on the NASCAR tracks, Ford had to make 500 units of any car in order to qualify. Enter Kar Kraft.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/POST-122117-3-e1513909356493-630x409.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"409","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/POST-122117-3-e1513909356493-630x409.jpg"}[/IMG2] Kar Kraft, the gearheads as alluded to above and as seen in this wonderful 1969 movie, was an exclusive Ford contracted Vehicle Engineering team for their Special Vehicles. These are the guys who developed the first GT40 MKII’s , designed and built the GT40 MKIV’s, and were fresh of wins in the 1966 & 1967 LeMans Race. They shoehorned the secret 429 beast into the Mustang, and then went about making a race worthy edition – and in doing so created what (in my opinion) is the ultimate example of ‘60’s brawn and brain. And since collectors are willing to part with nearly half a million for one of these, I’m not alone in my respect for these fastbacks.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/POST-122117-4-e1513909451622-630x403.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"403","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/POST-122117-4-e1513909451622-630x403.jpg"}[/IMG2] This example is a Wimbledon White beauty, with only a bit over 54k miles on the odometer. The massive hood scoop, the iconic ’69 lines, the classic badging, and the black interior (the only color available) looking out onto the road ahead. More pictures on the seller’s website show the imperfections that prevent it from being a show stopper, but it’s a bit like finding fault in a Monet, or Picasso. Each surviving example of the Kar Kraft pieces of art are simply beautiful in their own way.


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[h=1]Build-Friendly Notchback: 1986 Ford Mustang[/h]
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By Jeff Lavery Notchback Fox body Mustangs are among the fastest appreciating ‘Stangs on the market today, helped by the fact you don’t see them nearly as often as the hatch-style models. This 1986 example here on craigslist is a four-cylinder car claimed to be in excellent condition for the year, and the seller is asking $1,500 somewhere in Kentucky. This looks like a fun project, but go here if the ad disappears.


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"340","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/mustang-quarter-e1514958247442-630x340.jpg"}[/IMG2] Whether it’s the sharp upright profile or simply the obscurity, notches are among my personal favorite Mustangs. I wouldn’t even mind the four-cylinder, but the automatic would need to be swapped for a manual – at which point, you might as well drop the proverbial 5.0 in the engine bay. Aside from that, I would leave this car alone, living with whatever a good buffing could do to improve the cosmetics and keeping its stock appearance intact.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"283","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/mustang-front-e1514958266776-630x283.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller doesn’t provide photos of the interior but says it’s in excellent condition. From the windows, it looks like a red (likely cloth) upholstery is visible, which is typical for this era of Mustang. I’m not sure if these have clearcoat from the factory, but it’s been burned off if it does (or simply the paint on all surface panels if this is single-stage). The LX-style 10-wheels look good, and retain their centercaps.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/mustang-rear-e1514958284655-630x326.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"326","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/mustang-rear-e1514958284655-630x326.jpg"}[/IMG2] I lied a little bit in that I’d also lower this Mustang slightly, but that’s it: V8 / manual swap, some suspension tuning and a buff. For under $5K, I bet you could build a very fun Fox body, and the seller has priced this one fairly in that regard. While the four-cylinder currently doesn’t run, I doubt it’s sticking in that engine bay very long after cash and title have traded hands. How would you build it?


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Hauls Ass !

[h=1]Extreme Muscle! 1969 Dodge Dart 440[/h]
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By Todd Fitch It’s safe to say no one accidentally ordered their normally-thrifty 1969 Dodge Dart with the M Code 440 simply because they said to the sales person “Oh, and I want the big engine, too.” No; folks ordering up these bad boys had one thing in mind, “Low ET.” If putting a large motor in a mid-size defines a muscle car then what do call the largest motor in your fleet factory-installed in a compact, as the Dart was designated? That’s an extreme muscle car! Despite its shiny appearance, this River Falls, Wisconsin 1969 Dodge Dart GTS is more Survivor than Restoration, and it could be yours for the Buy it Now price of $59,000 here on eBay.



image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1969-Dart-440-2-e1515000377102-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1969-Dart-440-2-e1515000377102-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Exhausting documentation accompanies this car, with paperwork and time slips dating back to its sale. Despite living its life in snow country, few of its 39,209 miles came in the winter. A paint job refreshed the original B5 blue some time ago, and much of the drive train has been recently gone through.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1969-Dart-440-3-e1515000413956-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1969-Dart-440-3-e1515000413956-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] All 440 Darts featured the bulletproof 727 Torqueflite three-speed automatic transmission, and none had power or disc brakes or power steering, due to the engine compartment being completely filled with, well, the engine (thanks to hemmings.com for some details).

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1969-Dart-440-4-e1515000446320-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1969-Dart-440-4-e1515000446320-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is where the magic happens. The 375 HP Magnum 440 also made a tectonic 480 lb-ft of torque, against which street tires of the day stood no chance. If the stock 3.55 rear axle ratio was too conservative, buyers could order the optional 3.91 gear set, in case you want to fry the tires while traveling at highway speeds. Only 640 of these potent machines left the factory, and Dodge only offered this 440 Shoehorn Special in ’68 and ’69. With this Dart in clean but not immaculate condition, let’s hope its new owner plans to uncork the 440 with some drag runs. What’s your vision for this single-purpose pavement shredder?


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A Grocery Getter that Hauls Ass !

[h=1]Woodgrain Estate: 1970 Chevelle Concours Wagon[/h]
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By Andrew Tanner Update 1/5/2018 – While bidding for this wagon reached over $22k, it apparently didn’t sell and has been relisted here on eBay. There’s no word why the previous auction fell through, but this might be worth keeping an eye on!

From 12/12/2017 – After writing up that 1970 Coronet wagon last week, I got on a bit of a muscle-wagon binge. When this 1970 Chevelle wagon came across my digital desk, I couldn’t help myself so here we are! It is unclear whether this car is a clone or an original, as there is much debate about the availability of a SuperSport wagon, but based on the way it is presented I would guess that it is a very nicely done clone. Much like that SuperBee wagon clone, this car is a wonderfully put together tribute and certainly checks many boxes on the lists of muscle-wagon shoppers. Find it here on eBay in Oregon with bidding at $17,900 and reserve not met.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/ss-wagon-interior-630x420.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"420","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/ss-wagon-interior-630x420.jpg"}[/IMG2] According to the seller, this car is one of 3,833 ’70 wagons with two seats, i.e. there is no third row but storage space instead. It has power steering, a tilt wheel, functional factory air conditioning, a Monte Carlo woodgrain dash with a factory tachometer, cruise control, power rear window with defrost, and an AM/FM/8-track stereo. It seems like the only thing this Chevelle is missing is power windows! The seats have been recovered, and that really helps make this car look almost new. Replacement carpet and a good cleaning would have this wagon looking right!

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"333","width":"500","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/ss-wagon-engine.jpg"}[/IMG2] Here’s the fun part: under the hood is a 454 cubic inch Chevrolet big-block V8. Useful in trucks for towing and hauling, a 454 can do wonders in a car even of this size! If you want to move out a wagon this size in a hurry, the 454 will have no issues lending you a hand. This engine has been upgraded with a “Holley 750 Quadrajet carburetor” (whatever that means), an Edelbrock Performer 2.0 intake manifold, an headers hooked up to Flowmaster dual exhaust. Bolted up to the engine is a GM Turbo 350 3-speed automatic transmission upgraded with a shift kit.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/ss-wagon-front-e1513107194358-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/12\/ss-wagon-front-e1513107194358-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] My favorite feature of this wagon is the tailgate. It has a dual functioning tailgate, meaning it opens both downwards and sideways. Functionality aside, this type of tailgate is something I would love to have just because it’s so neat! For me, everything about this car is done right. The color and woodgrain contrast well and speak for wagons of the era, while the drivetrain speaks for muscle cars of the same era. It’s a subtle sleeper with the only hints at modifications being the GM rally wheels and the SS badges. I would get my groceries in this, and then some! Wouldn’t you?


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This one has the "Right Stuff" between the front fenders.

[h=1]427 Powered 1966 Ford Fairlane GT[/h]
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By Todd Fitch Ford’s 1966 and 1967 Fairlanes rank high on my list of Cars to Own. Though I normally favor sleepers, this in-your-face ’66 with its pinned 427 hood, mottled primer, and slicks makes me want to click “Place Bid.” Located in Montgomery, Alabama, this 1966 Fairlane GT finds itself searching for a new owner here on eBay.



image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1966-Fairlane-500-427-3-e1515091388326-630x354.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"354","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1966-Fairlane-500-427-3-e1515091388326-630x354.jpg"}[/IMG2] First off, kudos to the seller for drafting an excellent listing (clear high-resolution pictures and plenty of details) when some wrongly believe its acceptable to take a few iPhone pictures and 27 words to sell a $50,000 car. Like all 1966 Fairlane GTs, this one left the factory with the stout “S” code 390 cid V8.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1966-Fairlane-500-427-4-e1515086778985-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1966-Fairlane-500-427-4-e1515086778985-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Though currently sporting a drag-race-friendly C6 transmission, a manual transmission backed the original 390, and the car comes with the separate three-pedal assembly. The roll cage is bolted (not welded), and other precautions were taken should a later owner wish to return it the leisurely life of a full-time street car. It even comes with a 390 GT hood.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1966-Fairlane-500-427-5-e1515086823922-630x395.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"395","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1966-Fairlane-500-427-5-e1515086823922-630x395.jpg"}[/IMG2] Few people complain about this car’s original 325 HP S code “Thunderbird Special” 390, but later in life this car swallowed a 427 FE “Center Oiler” from 1963. Stock, this motor was no joke, using an 11.6:1 compression ratio, solid lifters, and other tricks to make 410 HP and 476 lb⋅ft of torque (thanks to wikipedia.org for some details). The seller does not know the history of the engine, but rest assured those numbers probably represent minimums after any respectable rebuild. I’d walk by a row of perfect 390 Fairlanes to talk with the owner of this one, and I’d have to give this car a safety shake-down and run it as-is for a while, even if I eventually restored it. What would you do with this rough-and-ready Fairlane?




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[h=1]Just 7,313 Miles? 1971 Mustang Mach 1[/h]
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By Josh Mortensen When I first saw this Mustang’s $42,610 asking price, I was a rather curious as to why the asking is so high. While this barn find Mach 1 looks to be in nice shape, it doesn’t look like a number 1 condition car, but once you start to read the seller’s description you discover that this car has just 7,313 original miles! If that really is the case, the asking price might just be realistic. Low mileage survivors regularly fetch more than high mileage examples that have already been fully restored. There are some questions and concerns with this one, such as why it was repainted 7 years ago, but if there’s documentation to prove the mileage it could be a killer find! You can take a closer look at it here on eBay in Canton, Connecticut. Special thanks to Eric for this tip.



image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Interior-630x432.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"432","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Interior-630x432.jpg"}[/IMG2] Just going off the photos, this Mustang does look to be in great condition. The paint is bright and shiny (should be considering it’s a respray), the interior shows no signs of wear and tear and the 351 looks like an engine that has been sitting in a barn for the past few decades. That being said, it’s still difficult to believe the car only has 7k miles, so hopefully there is some documentation to back up this claim.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Engine-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Engine-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] Let’s take a closer look at the 351 V8. Ford rated this 4 barrel Cleveland at 285 horsepower. The seller states that the car driven about a year ago, so that hopefully means the engine is in good order and ready for use. There does look to be some corrosion on the block and quite a bit of chipped and flaking paint for an engine that has only seen 7k miles.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Barn-Find-630x394.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"394","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1971-Mustang-Mach-1-Barn-Find-630x394.jpg"}[/IMG2] I’d really want to see some paperwork to authenticate the mileage. It could very well be accurate, but with a 5 digit odometer there’s always the chance that it’s actually 107k miles. The seller does give the option to make an offer, so perhaps they would accept something closer to what similar condition high mileage examples go for? It will be interesting to see what this one goes for and at any rate, it sure looks cool parked in this barn!


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[h=1]V12 Sturzkampfflugzeug! 1988 Alpina B12[/h]
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By Todd Fitch It’s hard to beat German for certain words, especially when it comes to barking orders or naming machines. Neither BMW nor Alpina christened this 1988 Alpina B12 Der Sturzkampfflugzeug (The Dive Bomber) but it seems an apt description for this autobahn-bred weapon of destruction. This one resides not in the Black Forest, but Cherry Hill, New Jersey, across the Delaware from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Listed here on eBay, this unrestored 58,000 mile supersonic transport has attracted 30 bids pushing the price to nearly $8000.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-2-e1515181263885-630x398.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"398","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-2-e1515181263885-630x398.jpg"}[/IMG2] Alpina has maintained “friendly cooperation” with BMW for over 50 years, building modified versions of already brilliant automobiles like the BMW 7-series that became this B12. Being from Pennsylvania we used to joke about how you could get into New Jersey from Philadelphia for free, but you had to pay to get out. This B12 would certainly answer the call to “Escape From New Jersey” with authority; assuming traffic cooperated.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-3-e1515181317120-630x397.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"397","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-3-e1515181317120-630x397.jpg"}[/IMG2] This particular Alpina B12 features “every available option” according to the seller, and “everything works and operates as it should,” good news for the buyer, as maintaining a German V12 motorcar is not for the faint of heart or the light of wallet, and any Alpina-specific parts would further complicate said maintenance.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-4-e1515181392227-630x395.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"395","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/1988-BMW-Alpina-B12-4-e1515181392227-630x395.jpg"}[/IMG2] These days, you don’t need a five liter V12 to make 345 HP or 347 lb-ft torque, but when this car hit the market, Chevrolet’s IROC Camaro made 170 HP from a similar five liter displacement. Among new cars that year, few would embarrass this B12 in stock trim, and fewer would make a better choice for a relaxed stretch of three-digit cruising. What high bid do you anticipate for this rare and well-kept uber-BMW?


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[h=1]Garage Find: 1978 Datsun 280Z[/h]
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By Jeff Lavery What’s better than a 70s sports car in period colors? A 70s sports car in period colors wearing an awesome stripe kit! This 1978 Datsun 280Z recently emerged from supposedly long-term garage storage and still looks pretty strong – though there is some rust lurking in spots. Still, for a manual transmission Z car, this one looks pretty tempting. Find it here on craigslist for $5,500 in Southern California, and go here if it disappears.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/datsun-rear-e1515130790920-630x293.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"293","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/datsun-rear-e1515130790920-630x293.jpg"}[/IMG2] From this photo, you can see evidence of rust in the lower rear quarter. It appears to start at the rear bumper mounts, which we would remove anyway to fit slimmer bumpers. The aftermarket wheels would also have to be stripped, with something classic like Panasports left in their place. The seller says the inline-six does run but needs a “tune up”; as the Datsun has been on Californa’s non-op status, it seems likely this was parked due to running issues.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/datsun-interior-e1515130811644-630x313.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"313","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/datsun-interior-e1515130811644-630x313.jpg"}[/IMG2] And even if it was, the 280Z was seemingly loved all the while. The interior is in surprisingly excellent condition, with the exception of the aggressive steering wheel cover. The seating surfaces look great, as do the door panels. We’re glad to see the manual transmission here, as it’s not uncommon to find these grand tourers saddled with an automatic. The dash doesn’t appear hacked up but some heat-related cracking wouldn’t surprise us; the console looks great and the backseat unused.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/01/datsun-rust-e1515130836158-630x334.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"334","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/datsun-rust-e1515130836158-630x334.jpg"}[/IMG2] As noted, there is rust on the lower sills of the 280Z. This could be due to a damp storage environment or possibly coming from further north up along the Pacific Coast. From this angle, it looks surface-level in nature; hopefully, it hasn’t also been munching on the subframe or other chassis components. The car looks dry enough overall that this is hopefully contained to the areas we can see. $5,500 isn’t unrealistic, but there’s also plenty of these cars out there without rust for not much more money.


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