Barn Finds

[h=1]No Reserve: 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/s-l1600-12-1-e1460383978393-630x394.jpg
Time for some car education: while the Gran Torino is well known from its role in Hollywood, there was also a limited edition “Elite” model that cashed in on the country’s fascination with big-bodied personal luxury coupes. Although the name shifted between simply the “Elite” and “Gran Torino Elite”, the recipe remained the same: acres of metal and chrome paired with Ford’s familiar 351 Windsor mill under the hood.
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In the case of this example here, it’s recently been unearthed from the garage after the seller’s father decided it was time to move the car along. It has under 80,000 original miles and looks to be in great shape. While that 351 Windsor looks like one mother of an engine, by the time it found a home in the Gran Torino Elite, it was seriously down on power compared to the late 60’s. By this point, it’s estimated to have only been churning out a paltry 156 b.h.p.
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The interior is quite similar to that of a Cougar XR-7 and remains in great shape, with uncracked seating surfaces and dash pad. It’s hard to get a clear view of the carpets but I’d assume they’ll at least need a cleaning. The wood trim looks presentable as well, and overall, it looks like a comfortable place to loaf down the road. The C4 transmission should provide all the lazy shifting you can possibly handle.
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Here you can see some of the Elite’s additional features, such as the unique center reflector and the opera windows adjacent to the rear glass. Other than noting the good chrome trim and OEM mudflaps, this one’s a fairly honest specimen that should provide plenty of miles of cheap cruising. You can find it here on eBay with no reserve and bidding just over $1,000. If it goes cheap enough, this looks like an easy path to classic ownership, in my opinion, if you can get over the notion of living with a depleted 351.

Tags: American / Ford / Survivors

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[h=1]A Bird Of My Youth: 1978 Pontiac Trans Am[/h]
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This 1978 Pontiac Trans Am just screams the late 1970’s to me, which happens to be when I took driver’s education classroom training while I was looking forward to the day I got my license for the first time. One of the “shock pictures” they showed us to try to temper our young enthusiasm was the result of a Trans Am in this color that had been collected by a train. It’s an image that stuck, because to a 14 year old, this was as cool and as fast a car as there could be (not really, but what did I know) and it didn’t even “beat the train.” This car seems to have managed to survive the decades not only intact, but in beautiful condition, and is now for sale in Huntington Beach, California. Thanks to regular commenter BobsMyUncle for calling this car to our attention!

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In my adrenaline-filled, youthful mind, this was the view most other drivers would see of Trans Ams, and the bold decal on the back was so that the vanquished would know what had just passed them (it had to be big because the passing speed was such that they wouldn’t have long to read it). In reality, many Trans Ams were, like this one, fitted with the Oldsmobile 403 V8 instead of the possibly more desirable Pontiac 400, and weren’t as fast as they looked.

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In an ideal world this beautiful blue would be the original paint, but the seller does tell us that it’s been repainted once. Based on the shine alone the job looks very nice, but a closer examination would be helpful. To be honest, I’m not a fan of the Cragar Super Sport wheels, but they were certainly common in the day and they wouldn’t stop me from being interested in the car. I’m a huge fan of the “snowflake” factory wheels (although they are a pain to keep clean!) I also like the fact that the paint scheme is something other than the iconic Bandit black and gold.

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The interior looks truly outstanding, with what I’m pretty sure are the original velour seats and uncracked dash top reflecting the 34,726 miles and preservation care taken during the car’s life so far. While the seller tells us that the car drives, handles, shifts and stops perfectly, they also state that the air conditioning doesn’t include the compressor. They also don’t show us any pictures under the hood–a major faux pas as far as I’m concerned. There’s no way I’d be paying the buy-it-now price here on eBay without seeing the engine, but as BobsMyUncle pointed out in the submission, it would be almost impossible to refurbish the inexpensive 1979 Trans Am we recently featured to this level without paying considerably more money, especially if you had any of the work done professionally. Ultimately, I have two questions for you: 1) Does this Trans Am bring up any memories for you? and 2) what are the iconic cars of your youth, and do you still feel the same way about them that you did at the time?


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[h=1]Last Titled in ’72: 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T[/h]
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This 1971 Dodge Challenger R/T is quite rough but aside from a paint color change, it could be a largely original specimen that is ripe for restoration. Despite its condition, Mopar fanatics will likely gravitate to the generous factory options and the running, driving condition. No mention is made if the 383 Magnum is numbers-matching, but your first concern will likely be the significant rot that plagues the car’s rear quarters, doors and…well, lots of places. Is this one too far gone or is it begging for salvation?

Though the odometer is locked at 8,103, it’s highly unlikely that it’s an original reading. The seats actually appear to be in very good condition despite the condition of the exterior, and inside you’ll find the factory console and Rallye gauge package. It’s hard to tell from this view, but the backseat looks unripped and the driver’s seat appears to be most in need of repair. Other neat factory features include the R/T quarter panel scoops, Posi rear end and rear valence with cut-outs for the exhaust tips. A vital piece of information, as mentioned above, is whether all of the desirable mechanical bits are in fact numbers matching, as that will determine (in my opinion, anyway) just how much trouble this project is worth.

The overall feeling this Challenger generates is of a car that was used hard and put away wet. While it’s encouraging to know it still runs, the extent of the visible corrosion is worrisome and the car’s Indiana location makes me wonder how often it was driven in the snow or otherwise left exposed to the elements. The seller doesn’t hide from the fact that it’s rusty but merely offers that it’s a “real car” – whatever that means. When he mentions that even the fender tag is rusty beyond saving, it drives home just how ugly the bodywork is going to be on this Challenger. You’ll at least get an extra set of doors with the sale.
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You can view this project-grade Challenger R/T for yourself here on eBay, where there’s a reserve price in place and bidding is up to about $3,500 with four days left. The seller mentions that the car sounds pretty tough with straight headers, and I imagine it was a thrill hearing this R/T fire up for the first time in years. But don’t let that distract you: lots of metal work is needed to set this one right, and it’s not going to be an overnight restoration. Is it worth it, or is this Challenger R/T too far gone?

Tags: American / Dodge / Muscle Cars / Projects
 
Scooby Doo , Where are You !
[h=1]Stretch-Friendly: 1969 Chevrolet G10 LWB[/h]
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While finding old-school Chevy vans is not difficult, here’s two ways this example is a cut above the rest: it’s a long wheelbase model, stretched to 108 inches, and it’s been with the current owner since 1977. I thought for sure this was a flip until I read he remembered getting it undercoated in the late 70’s! The extended wheelbase makes this one all the more intriguing to me with its truly RV-like features on the inside, and it’s just begging for funky lighting and a sleeper sofa.

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Equipped with a manual 4-speed on the column shifter and the optional 2-barrel small block V8, this G10 is about as tricked-out as you could get one of these contractor and camper-friendly rigs. In the case of this example, the interior remains in good order but it will need a new turn signal switch and gas tank. Whatever the issues are with the tank (I’m assuming it leaks like a sieve), the seller recommends bringing it home on a trailer. It’s a shame, because this otherwise looks good enough to get in and drive.

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A big part of the appeal for me is the way this van is equipped. It’s not quite a commuter vehicle, or a work vehicle, or a camper – it’s a little bit of every piece rolled into a crudely-painted, pastel yellow box. The G10 features an ice box and faucet/sink with electric pump and water tank inside the cabinet. The rear platform looks like a perfect spot for laying down shag carpeting and installing a mattress, and the sliding windows just need some privacy curtains to complete the look.

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The G10’s extended wheelbase gives it the space needed to make this a logical candidate for a camper conversion, but you can be the judge as to its best use by checking out the listing here on eBay. The seller has it listed at $4,500 with the option to submit an offer, and I don’t think the price is bad for a rarity like this. The paint is not the greatest and based on the side-view mirrors blending right in with the rough finish, I’m guessing this Chevy van had a date with a paint brush at some point. Get a new gas tank, clean up the interior and either live with the paint or find some vinyl wrap and call it a day!

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Projects / Trucks
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[h=1]Could Be A Wedge: 1964 Dodge Polara[/h]
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I don’t really feel brand loyalty to any one make, rather I appreciate nearly every vehicle for what it is or was, but there are still specific cars that I would love to own. When it comes to Ford, I love the Mustang. Chevrolet Camaro, yes please! AMC AMX, why not? But when it comes to the Mopar family of cars, well I’ll take a Wedgie please. Wait, that came out wrong, I mean 426 Wedge! These pre-Hemi 426 engines were offered in several body styles, but are sadly quite rare and hard to come by. And that’s why this 1964 Polara caught my attention.


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The seller doesn’t know for sure it’s a real Wedge car, but they believe it might be. I hate when sellers aren’t sure what exactly they are offering, but if this Polara really left the factory with the 426 Wedge head V8 it would be worth taking a much closer look at! The original 426 is gone, if it really is a Wedge, and has been replaced with a 440. That could be a serious problem, but at the right price, I don’t think it’s a deal breaker. Rust is another issue that will need to be investigated and addressed.

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Part of me wants this Polara, but the missing engine is a major issue that won’t be easy to rectify. Wedge 426s aren’t particularly common and finding a real one could be tricky. Being a ’64, this car could have been fitted with either a Max or a Street Wedge. If it was equipped with a street going Wedge, which is really just a bored out 413 New Yorker, it could be much easier to source a replacement engine. I’m sure the 440 that’s currently in it is fun, but it just isn’t the same as having a Wedgie! So do you think this is a real Wedge car or just a gussied up Polara? If you’d like to take a closer look, be sure to take a look at the listing here on eBay in Forney, Texas with a BIN of $9,250.


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[h=1]The Mystery Of AMC’s Winged Warrior[/h]
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Reader JCW sent this interesting AMC in, but sadly we didn’t get to it in time. It’s such an intriguing find though that we just had to feature it anyways! Why is this AMC so interesting? That’s a great question and I’m glad you asked. You see, before Chrysler introduced their winged warriors, the Daytona and Superbird, AMC engineer Rod Snyder built this Rebel 500 for the ’68 NASCAR season. Well at least that’s what the seller claimed. If it’s true, this was the first car to get a massive wing for race use. Supposedly the design was patented by AMC. And the seller claims Chrysler had to obtain rights to use the design for their own race cars.


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This car is interesting on so many levels. While it would be incredible if AMC beat Chrysler to building a winged warrior, there are a lot of questions here that need to be answered. Before we go any further, there is one massive question I have to ask! Why does no one seem to know anything about this Rebel 500? Wouldn’t someone at AMC, Chrysler, Dodge, Plymouth, or NASCAR know something about this car if it had been built by AMC? I’m sure there are prototypes out there that no one remembers or knows about, but if a deal was struck between Chrylser and AMC to use the wing design, that would be pretty big news.

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The seller doesn’t give us much information to go off of. Supposedly it was housed with permission from Chrysler in the AMC Museum in Manitoba, Canada. They also claim the car was restored by Rod “Rambler” Snyder between 2009 and 2011 and have photos of the restoration. Problem is, this seems like a poorly done restoration, especially for something done for a museum. There is also one other major issue, that nose. That neat aero front end, well that was taken from a different car and grafted on during the restoration. It certainly doesn’t help this car or the story. Looking at this photo collage of the restoration, I think it looked far better without the new nose. And what’s the story with the wing in these restoration shots? Something seems fishy here to me.

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I want so badly to believe that this car was built before the Superbird and Daytona, but the lack of documentation and the questionable restoration work has me doubting the story. Wouldn’t it be incredible if it really is true? Of course if it were, what has been done to it now would be a tragedy that needs to be undone. So what do you think, does this story hold any water or is someone just trying to cash in on a dream? Has anyone seen this car at the AMC Museum in Manitoba?


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I like these Capris


[h=1]Mustang’s Sister: 1983 Mercury Capri RS 5.0[/h]
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Here’s a car you don’t see everyday: a 1983 Mercury Capri RS with the factory high-output 5.0 liter V8. Like all things Mercury, this is basically a warmed-over Ford product intended to give buyers some feeling of greater luxury or more sophistication than their Ford siblings. In the case of this Capri, it’s been mildly restored but is overall a fantastic survivor that you can use everyday with some room for upgrades. While the Buy-It-Now is higher than I’d like, these don’t pop up too often in decent shape – and the overall stock appearance with a lightly worked-over engine is a pleasing combination with the potential to surprise a few drivers when the traffic signal turns green.

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It’s amazing to me how much life Ford squeezed out of the 5.0. So many vehicles left the factory with this engine, and frankly, many of them are still doing just fine with this beast up front. And even if you manage to run it out of oil or suffer some other catastrophic destruction, rest assured you can find one for sale in a junkyard within about 15 minutes of looking. This example sports a mildly tuned re-built engine that the seller estimates is in the 275 b.h.p. range. Although he touts the benefits of keeping the original 4-speed in place, the SROD trannys are not known for their durability, meaning a swap to the later Borg Warner T5 might be in your future.

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Despite some of the awfulness happening to automotive interiors in the 80s, I’ve always thought the Mustangs and Capris of this era were fairly handsome. The sport steering wheel and gear stick create the impression of a driver-focused interior, and while the fake wood and crank windows may look cheap, it was certainly an easy-to-maintain cockpit. This one remains in good shape overall, with the factory RS badge still affixed to the dash and an aftermarket radio the only major deviation from stock. I would have vacuumed the carpets before taking photos, personally.

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While the repaint and engine rebuild may make this less of a survivor to some folks, there are so few of these left on the roads today that it’s getting near impossible to find original paint examples. Given this Capri RS remains numbers-matching and clearly loved by its owners, I’m optimistic it will remain a survivor for many years to come. You can find it here on eBay if you’re interested in lodging a bid, where you’ll have to take a guess as to what the reserve price is set at. Which would you prefer – the loud-and-proud Mustang or the more svelte Capri?


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A Dodge ,hopefully this one will be Approved :FordSmile

[h=1]No Reserve: 1970 Dodge Charger R/T[/h]
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If there’s one thing I love more than barn find muscle cars, it would have to be barn find muscle cars painted in some awesome shade of 70’s colors. This 1970 Dodge Charger R/T wears its weather-beaten colors with pride, and the trademark R/T stripes are still visible despite years of hard-use and poor storage. You can find it here on eBay where the seller is offering it up at no reserve and the highest bid takes it home – no questions asked.

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As you can see from the photos, the seller has quite a few vehicles lounging about at his property in Arkansas. He says this sale is part of a collection wind-down, which is always good to see when it means a rough project car has a chance at surviving. This Charger sports its original numbers-matching 440, but the transmission hasn’t been verified as the one it left the factory with. The body is beaten up and there’s plenty of rust, and the interior has essentially been gutted.

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While the engine may be original, don’t think that means it’s an easy restoration. It’s clear this Charger has been off the road for a while, but it is comforting to see the original Sublime Green paint still in the engine bay. Perhaps this example, despite the rust and rough panels, still wears original paint on the outside. If you’re not of the inclination to restore it yourself, the seller does offer that he has the means and equipment to restore this groovy Charger back to whatever condition you deem acceptable. Either that means he knows this one is too far gone, or he legitimately has too many cars. You decide.

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As per that last comment, it’s clear he does have more than a few vintage Mopars kicking around. Which one do you like best in this collection? For me, the paint color and original engine would make this example compelling, and certainly a no-reserve auction sweetens the deal all the more. However, at this point you would have to ask if the costs to restore would make sense against the cost of buying one that’s either preserved or already rejuvenated. Currently, bidding is just shy of $5,000 with plenty of time left in the auction. What do you think this Charger R/T will sell for when the auction closes?

Tags: American / Dodge / Muscle Cars / Projects
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A Crate 360 would be a Good Fit. With upgraded Brakes , Suspension and Transmission.
[h=1]Petty Blue and 15K Miles: 1973 Plymouth Satellite[/h]
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Grandma sure was groovy. That’s the only way I can envision the former owner of this survivor-grade Plymouth Satellite here on eBay, which wears just over 15,000 original miles and is clad in Petty Blue paint from head to toe. With a three-on-the-tree and a grandma-friendly six cylinder up front, this Satellite won’t win any drag races but it may just take home a few prizes at your local car show. Bidding is just under $2,000 with the reserve unmet and four days left on the auction.

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Check out that interior! Hope you like blue everything. I actually dig blue interiors, and it’s a big reason why I bought my 1987 BMW 535is a few years ago. I attribute it to an old Mercedes 300E my Dad drove that was smoke silver paint over a deep navy interior and to this day is one of my favorite cars of his. This one looks to be in exceptional condition, with unripped seating surfaces and protected carpets. The headrests are bit more faded than I expected, but I’m guessing proximity to an open window is the culprit.

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The car retains almost all of its original features, down to the dangerously rotted tires and the factory under-dash A/C (at least I assume it’s factory – maybe our Mopar fanatics can confirm if this year Satellite could be ordered with it). The seller notes there are some dings and dents to be expected of an elderly driver but that the car is overall rust-free. In this photo, the engine bay looks clean and the chrome retains a like-new finish. Same goes for the hubcaps, that are all present and accounted for.

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Look at that paint! If I didn’t know this color’s connection to the legendary Richard Petty, I’d say this grandma-owner ran over a tribe full of Smurfs. The vinyl top doesn’t appear to be hiding any rust, as that’s the one place I’d consider suspect on even the cleanest of vehicles. Now, a few minutes of digging reveals there’s sometimes confusion between Grabber Blue and Petty Blue – and whether these were special-order paint colors. I simply think it looks great, but if our readers can confirm how to tell one from the other (aside from looking at a trim tag), I’m sure we’d appreciate the clarification!

Tags: American / Plymouth / Survivor

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[h=1]Toasty 1968 Chevelle Project[/h]
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It’s always hard to decide whether a find is worth restoring or not. I’m really struggling with that question on this ’68 Chevelle. It’s said to be a solid barn find from the desert. While it looks cool in its as found state, it has some rust that needs treated and it’s a 6 cylinder car. I know Chevelles are always in demand, but this one isn’t a particularly special or desirable model. So is it worth restoring? Well I’ll let you answer that one for yourself, but before you decide you can have a look at it here on eBay in Center City, Minnesota with a BIN of $5,500.


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After looking this Chevy over, the rust doesn’t look too bad and the body appears to be straight. From that standpoint alone, I think it’s worth doing something with. The problem is the asking price, which seems more inline with a V8 equipped car. I know you could drop a V8 under the hood, but it still wouldn’t be worth original V8 money and you’d have the issue of upgrading all the other systems needed to handle the additional power.

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No matter the direction you go with it, it’s going to need a completely new interior and some rust repair. Personally I’d like to see this car kept in its original configuration. I’d address the rust, find an interior and just drive it. Of course, I’d want it for significantly less than $5,500. So if it were yours, what would you do with it?

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Projects

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There's No Replacement for Displacement !

[h=1]428 Power: 1966 Ford Galaxie 7 Litre[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/04/1966-Ford-Galaxie-500-7-Litre-630x354.jpg
When your moving around a car as massive as this Galaxie 500, you really need as much motor as possible to make it move off the line quickly. When Ford decided to build a sporty version of the Galaxie, they decided they better shove their 7 litre (428 cui) V8 under the hood. These big cars can be a blast, but this one is going to need some work to get there. If your up for the task, you can find this project here on eBay in Blanchard, Oklahoma with bidding just over $7k.

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And here is that 7 litre engine in all of its glory. The seller claims it runs well already and that the transmission shifts nicely. This big block might be a 428, but it isn’t quite the high performance unit that the Cobra Jet is. It still produces a respectable 345 horsepower and 462 pounds of torque, so it will get up and go easily. The seller admits this car needs some rust repair and interior work, but the engine should more than make up with most cosmetic issues!

Tags: American / Ford / Muscle Cars

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Here You Go Thundr , you're chance to get another one !
[h=1]18 Year Sleep: Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe[/h]
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While we all love the idea of a dirty, dusty barn find, there’s an ideal middle ground of discovering a slumbering vehicle that was maintained while it was used, and stored carefully enough that it didn’t become a mouse hotel. This 1988 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe here on eBay was stored for 18 years near the seller’s old neighborhood and is a 35,388 mile survivor that remains in excellent cosmetic and mechanic condition despite its early retirement. Thanks to Barn Finds reader Jim S. for the find.

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While the thrill of discovering a barn find can help you overlook torn up seating surfaces, stained carpets, cracked dashes and faulty electronics, isn’t it nice to just wipe the surfaces down and then be ready for occupancy? Perhaps the seller’s use of the description of this Thunderbird as a barn find is a bit of a stretch (I’m assuming this was a pretty nice garage it was stored in, with a locking door and a leak-proof roof), but no matter – the low mileage confirms this turbo ‘Bird hasn’t gotten much use.

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Turbo Coupes of this generation benefit from the top-mount intercooler you see here. Power bumped up to 190 b.h.p. and the Ford could thunder to a top speed of 143 m.p.h. when equipped with the manual transmission, as this one is. Essentially a Mustang SVO with different duds, the Thunderbird was intended to compete with the likes of BMW’s E24 6-Series but I don’t think too many consumers cross-shopped between the two. I’d love to drive this and the later supercharged example back-to-back to see which is the more engaging driver.

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The seller has tackled some significant maintenance projects in the interest of having this Thunderbird be a reliable ride for the next owner. The fuel tank was dropped and drained and the usual tune-up items were addressed (new cap and rotor, plug wires, gas and air filters, etc.) along with new mufflers and tires. The seller touts the presence of all matching VIN tags on the body panels and the sunroof-delete configuration is an added bonus. The Buy-It-Now is $9,500 and I have a feeling the bidders may end up there – what do you think?

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