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[h=1]Unrestored 1967 Shelby GT350 Found![/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Josh-Mortensen_avatar_1510763928-24x24.jpg

Josh Mortensen

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The seller of this Shelby GT350 doesn’t really have much to say about it. They claim that it’s very original and that it needs a full restoration, but they don’t offer any of the car’s history. It’s clearly been hiding somewhere for the past few decades, it even has what appears to be moss growing on the hood. That part makes me a bit nervous about rust, but if you are going to restore a classic car, a Shelby Mustang is the one to restore. You can get every part, including whole new bodies and every piece of trim. This one doesn’t show any serious rust issues though, so hopefully, the next owner will be able to simply repair any issues and preserve the rest of the car as is. You can find this unrestored GT350 here on Hemmings in Fairhaven, Massachusetts with an asking price of $75,000. Special thanks to Austin S for tip!


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1967-Shelby-GT350-Interior-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is showing lots of dust and sun fade but appears to be complete. I’m not sure what’s happening with the carpet on the transmission tunnel, that’s more than just a little sun fade. While it looks like you could salvage much of the interior, to make this a nice driver, you may want to consider replacing the carpets, seat foams and anything else that’s been damaged by the elements.

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According to the seller, this is the car’s original 289 V8, but they don’t provide any documentation to back that up. Hopefully, they can verify that this car is a genuine Shelby and that the engine really is original to the car. Shelby was able to massage 306 horsepower and about 330-foot-pounds of torque out of these engines. When it comes to values, having the correct engine and original performance parts is critical, so you’ll want to make sure everything is correct here before making an offer.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1967-Shelby-GT350-Find-e1549919246819-630x390.jpg
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[h=1]Rare Rio Grande: 1969 Ford Ranchero[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jeff-Lavery_avatar_1510763369-24x24.jpg

Jeff Lavery

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There’s been rumors of Ford considering a pickup-type vehicle that would slot below the recently re-introduced Ranger pickup, and that it might look something like a Ranchero. I’m not holding my breath, but I would be among those lining up for a light-duty, two-door pickup with a manual gearbox between the seats. Even if they someday make a truck like that, I doubt it will ever be as awesome as this 1969 Ford Ranchero Rio Grande here on eBay, which is described as a rare “Special Performance Vehicle” by the seller.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ranchero-motor-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] For 1969, the “Special Performance Vehicle” (SPV) option was added to the already top-shelf Rio Grande editions, which amounted to mostly cosmetic enhancements. The hood scoop, bed rails, vinyl top, and side stripes all help to set the Rio Grande / SPVs apart from lesser models, and this example appears to retain most of those add-ons. The engine is a running and driving 302 paired to an automatic, upgraded here with overdrive.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ranchero-interior-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ranchero-interior-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior is far from correct or original, with the carpets missing, a cracked dash, and non-original seats awaiting the next owner. The seller doesn’t elaborate on how the cabin ended up this way, but does note the presence of rust in the floors – which may be why the carpet was removed. Regardless, these are minor cosmetic issues to address once the rust is cleaned up. At the current bid of just over $1K, do you think it will fetch bigger dollars due to the rare features?


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ranchero-bed-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] More impressively, the bed is completely solid, and the seller says the frame is solid, too. The Ranchero has lived in El Paso all of its life, which explains the mostly dry condition. The Ranchero’s interesting options list, further enhanced with the original “Calypso Coral” paint that still covers most of the truck, does make it a rarity among Ford’s light-duty haulers. The seller says it’s just one of 400 vehicles optioned this way, and despite not being a true performance vehicle, I’m sure it will attract plenty of bidders on eBay.


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[h=1]Bargain Buy: 1972 Datsun 240Z[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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There have probably been enough words of praise written about the Datsun 240Z to fill a reasonable-sized book. Having driven a few of them, I can certainly vouch for the fact that this praise is well placed. Finding a nice example at a reasonable price is becoming increasingly difficult, but this particular car may well fill the bill. It has been sitting since the early 2000s but is now looking for a new home. Located in Blaine, Washington, it is listed for sale here on eBay.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/datsun-2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/datsun-2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This may not be the most sparkling example of a 240Z that I’ve ever seen, but it does appear to be very clean. The little rust that is present appears to be confined to a spot under the car on the driver’s side. Unfortunately, we don’t get any photos to show us this, so we can only take it as written. There have been some previous rust repairs completed, but I believe that these were done 20-years-ago. I guess that if they haven’t returned by now, then that’s a pretty healthy sign. There are a few minor marks in the paint around the car, but there’s nothing there that would require urgent attention.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/datsun-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/datsun-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood is the 2.4-liter straight-six OHC engine that has proven to be so bullet-proof over the years. This engine starts and runs, but the owner suggests that it should have a full service and a change of fluids following its long hibernation. The standard twin carburetors also appear to have been given the flick, and while it is a bit hard to tell, it looks like the car now sports twin Weber carburetors. Now we get to the bit that makes my heart sink a bit. The transmission in the 240Z is a 3-speed automatic. As I’m getting older I’m becoming increasingly fond of automatics, but not in a 240Z. Thankfully, salvation is at hand. Included in the sale is a 4-speed manual transmission, so the option is there to undertake a conversion.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/datsun-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/datsun-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior looks really nice, but it is a bit confusing. There is a substantial color mismatch between the door trims, the seats, and the vinyl below the floor console. Normally the colors on these would be a fairly close match, but there is a noticeable difference in this car. I believe that the vinyl below the console is original, as it matches other areas of the car. The seats may also match but look odd because of the light, but the door trims definitely don’t. This suggests that there has been some interior refurbishment work completed at some point. I actually don’t mind the contrasts, but for a person searching for absolute originality, they would not find it acceptable. The car is also fitted with an aftermarket radio/cassette player, but this would be pretty easy to replace.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/datsun-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] I’ve probably been a bit harsh on this 240Z, and I’ve really picked a lot of minor faults. In reality, this is a nice car that doesn’t appear to need much work before the next owner enjoys it. There’s a reason why I’m now apologizing for being harsh on this car, and that’s the price. Good examples will consistently sell for prices in excess of $30,000. The asking price for this one? $10,500. There are already 61 people watching this car on eBay, so if you want it, I think that you’ll need to be quick.


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[h=1]Cobra Fighter: 1970 DeTomaso Mangusta[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/556792_3587622847299_424689915_n-24x24.jpg

Russell Glantz

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“What’s that? Looks like an old Lamborghini”. Well, maybe a little bit… but no, this is something even more special. Like, 1-of-400 special. This is a 1970 De Tomaso Mangusta, it’s recently been released from a 30-year stint in storage, it runs and drives, and is up for sale here on eBay in sunny California. “Okay, but what is a Mangusta?” Read on to learn more…


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As for the cars themselves, they were designed by the now-famous Giorgetto Giugiaro and put together in Italy by DeTomaso. While they were inexpensive in their time, there are now only approximately 250 left in the world, out of 401 that were ever made. 150 cars were made to European-specification, 250 were bound for the United States, and allegedly only 50 were made with the pop-up headlights that we see here, bashfully looking down at the pavement, hoping someone will love and care for it enough to bring it back to its former strength.

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[h=1]62K Mile Survivor: 1974 Ford Gran Torino Brougham[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/Bill-Owens_avatar_1535405416-24x24.jpg

Bill Owens

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In 1974, Ford made some updates to the two-year-old Gran Torino line to give it some further appeal with a new grille and a more durable rear bumper with the taillights removed and placed above the bumper in a panel area. This is a 1974 Ford Gran Torino Brougham for sale here on eBay in Chandler, Arizona for a Buy it Now Price of $6,500.


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One thing the Brougham buyer got that the Elite buyer didn’t is this nice super soft vinyl split front bench seat with dual fold-down armrest (or they could have chosen Westminster cloth). Yes, the Elite buyer could get it too, but as an extra cost option, where it was standard on the Brougham. The seats appear to be in great condition as well as the dash. This Brougham has an aftermarket radio that appears it could be from the eighties, can you say cassette player? At first glance, the leather-wrapped steering wheel appears to be aftermarket, but upon further inspection, it has the Torino insignia and was an option. This car has power steering, power front disc brakes, and air conditioning to make your drive more pleasurable.

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[h=1]Chicken Coop Finds: Dells Auto Museum Collection[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jeff-Lavery_avatar_1510763369-24x24.jpg

Jeff Lavery

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In Wisconsin are the remains of a great collection, with dozens of classic muscle cars and cruisers awaiting restoration. The founders of the Dells Auto Museum have amassed a sizable collection of significant vehicles, and the editors at Hot Rod magazine had a chance to check it out. Sadly, many of the cars were damaged by fire when in storage several years ago, so some of these fire-singed examples will make you cry. Find the whole story and many photos here on Hot Rod magazine’s website.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/impala-ss-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is one of two Impala SS 409/four-speed convertibles, and it looks eminently restorable. The author notes that another pair of rare birds in the collection includes a duo of 1966 Mercury Comet Cyclone GT Indy pace car convertibles – of which only 100 were ever made. The family had a thing for pace cars, which includes a gorgeous 1964 Chrysler 300 pace car. A project-grade turbocharged Mustang pace car also makes an appearance, along with many tribute vehicles.


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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/shelby-conv-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Sitting here like yesterday’s trash is one of the rarest – if not the most desirable – cars in the collection, a 1968 Shelby GT 500KR convertible. The author takes readers on a full tour of the chicken coop collection, which includes several other notable American classics like a Mercury Cougar Eliminator, a Ford Torino GT convertible, a 1960 Ford Sunliner, and many others. Check out the full post and let us know which car you’d rescue from this impressive collection.


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[h=1]Big River Rancher: 1969 Ford Ranchero Rio Grande[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scotty-Gilbertson_avatar_1510764136-24x24.jpg

Scotty Gilbertson

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Our friend and fellow writer and editor, Jamie Palmer, just showed us a Ranchero Rio Grande a few days ago, so it may not seem like they’re really as rare as they are. But, that’s like saying (insert example of rare thing here that’s supposed to relate back to how rare the Ranchero Rio Grande really is). So, let’s check out another 1969 Ford Ranchero Rio Grande posted here on craigslist in beautiful Bozeman, Montana. The seller is asking $6,000 or best offer for this super solid-looking car. Thanks to Ikey H. for sending in this tip!


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] For the record, I’m getting $1.75 every time I use the word rare, so let’s check out this rare, rare Ranchero! I’m kidding, of course, but it is really rare. Ford only made around 400 of these, or 900 of these, depending on which source a person believes, as Jamie also says. The seller says that 378 in this Calypso Red color were made so I would tend to veer towards the 900ish end of production numbers.

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This car looks great to me. In these first three photos I don’t really even see any flaws at all, do you? They mention some rust in the bottoms of the quarters and one dent in the driver’s side of the bed, which is painted black on the Rio Grande edition Ranchero. To paraphrase Paul Harvey’s from the what it’s worth department (74% of the readers just wondered, who the heck is Paul Harvey?!), Hagerty lists the value of a regular 1969 Ranchero with a 302 V8 in #3 good condition as being worth $10,600. This could be a good buy, maybe a very good buy as a #2 excellent condition model is $17,000 and that isn’t for a rare (cha-ching) Rio Grande edition. Comprende?

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] There appears to be some rust in this photo on the driver’s side floor. I would have expected to see carpet in what was the top-of-the-line Ranchero for 1969. This car looks like it has the same rubber flooring that our 1969 Ford F-250 Ranger Camper-Special pickup had. This Ranchero is also an automatic and I don’t know the breakdown for manual transmissions compared to automatics in this model. The seller says that the driver’s side window needs to be replaced so add that to the list, but still, this is a potential bargain.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021219-1969-Ford-Ranchero-Rio-Grande-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] I already mentioned that it has a 302 cubic-inch V8 and in this case, it would have had 220 hp. That’s enough to do a decent burnout because we all know you like to do that. This is an original Montana vehicle and is 99% complete, according to the seller, who also says that this Rancho has newer tires and runs fine. I’m tellin’ ya, this sure looks like a good deal to me, what do you think?


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If I win the Lotto Max tonight, I would definitely be in the Market for one of these.

[h=1]Stored Since ’91: 1970 Plymouth Superbird[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jamie-Palmer_avatar_1510764066-24x24.jpg

Jamie Palmer

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After having been stored since 1991, this 1970 Plymouth Superbird is said to have started as soon as the gas and battery were replaced! It’s being auctioned here on eBay where bidding has surpassed $60,000 (but not the reserve). Since the car is located in Kissimmee, Florida (very close to Orlando) you probably aren’t going to have any issues getting the family to go along with you when you travel to look at it (or pick it up if you’re the winning bidder)!

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/l2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/l2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] That’s the original vinyl top, although we’re not told if it is the original paint or not. If it is, you will have an interesting dilemma.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/l2c-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/l2c-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] While the vast majority of the body seems to look good, there are some spots of corrosion which will have to be addressed. Thanks to the seller for posting closeups of the damage. Do you think this can be fixed with a local, blended repair? I know it’s beyond my ability to do so, but if this is the original paint I would hate to lose it. However, I don’t think it is, and you’ll see why in the next picture.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/l3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/l3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] For those of you in the rust belt, is that a Ziebart plug I see? It certainly wouldn’t be painted over if it is, and clearly the vehicle number decal has been masked off and painted around. However, the lack of overspray on the two black rubber components leads me to believe it was a pretty decent quality repaint.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/l4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/l4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] We’re also told this is the original interior, which I can believe due to it’s slightly worn but good looking condition. The steering wheel has some cracks and you’ll have to do some restoration work on the dash to make the car appear as new.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/l5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/l5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The engine certainly looks like it fires right up! The seller also lets us know the brakes are “weak” (something pretty important in a rare car with a 440 cubic inch V-8) but that a new master cylinder and booster are in the trunk, along with the replaced water pump and torque converter. It’s apparent someone thought this car was special at one point in time, and of course it can be again. Are you in the winged warrior market?


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And I'd be getting one of these too, a 70 with an LS6 454.

[h=1]1972 Chevrolet Chevelle SS 454 Survivor[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Brian-Birkner_avatar_1510764213-24x24.png

Brian Birkner

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Discovered in a storage building in North Carolina, this ’72 Chevelle SS is an awesome survivor with great color and a big heart. Having only 2 owners in its lifetime, this Chevelle was parked by the second owner in 1993 to undergo a restoration. Despite its lengthy time in storage this Chevelle does run and drive, but the brakes need work. With a plethora of bids, this sweet survivor is currently sitting at $14,001. Take a closer look here on eBay out of Mount Airy, North Carolina.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-2-e1550107411504-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-2-e1550107411504-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] While there is a massive 454 V8 under the hood, sadly this is not the original engine to this Chevelle. Supposedly, the engine and transmission have been replaced, but both are considered to be correct for this machine. Miraculously after sitting in storage for so long, it took very little to get this Chevelle going again. Appearing to be a solid running and driving machine, the brakes are admittedly weak and in need of attention. With a few weekends worth of work, this big block machine could be a sweet fair weather driver.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-3-e1550107385573-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-3-e1550107385573-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Like the rest of the car, the interior is quite reasonable in its condition and cleanliness. There is some mild mildew and general cleaning to be done, but this interior could be preserved. As far as damage goes, there is a split on the driver side of the bench, and the driver side door pull/arm rest is split. Surprisingly the dash looks excellent, as does the carpet.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-4-e1550107358568-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/72-Chevrolet-Chevelle-LS5-SS-4-e1550107358568-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] While there are definitely signs of age, you can’t deny that this is one beautiful find. I am sold on the color and drive-train combo. Although this is a great looking car, there are some small areas of rot. The lower portion of the quarters show some mild rot, as the lower portion of the front fenders. Thankfully the rockers and floors appear to be solid. While this would be a cherry restoration candidate, I would enjoy this Chevelle as a fair weather driver, and maintain the machine as is. Would you restore or preserve this 454 Chevelle?


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[h=1]Fun Summer Driver: 1975 Ford Maverick Grabber[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-includes/images/blank.gif

Kevin Wagner

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Here we have a 1975 Maverick Grabber located in Alberta, Canada for a purchase price of $10,000 CND. With the present exchange, it would be approx. $7,400 US. Listed here on Kijiji, a Canadian ad service similar to Craigslist. This one sparked my interest with the original Grabber decal package and a relatively unusually 302 3 speed combination. The seller claims recent restoration, but honestly, I don’t see it; it looks more original to me. Apparently, it was purchased new by the sellers’ mother, and a family issue reluctantly forces the sale of it.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1975-Ford-Maverick-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1975-Ford-Maverick-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Multiple pictures are provided but none of the engine or underside. The exterior pictures make the car look good, but all are taken at a distance with relatively poor resolution. The vehicle as shown in the pictures was recently driven in the mud, further obscuring typical problem areas such as rear quarters, rockers, bottoms of the doors and such. There is simply not enough information to give a good assessment t of the overall body without better pictures. However, living in Eastern Canada I can say first hand that western cars are always coveted here. The perception is that very little road salt is/was used in the western provinces. I really don’t know if that is true or not, but without the wild temp swings and salt air, being a western prairie car certainly has its advantages.

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The ad makes the claim it is fully restored, but I see room for improvement. Reproduction wheel centers are available, as are door panels. Overall the interior looks in good shape with factory buckets. The hood lip trim may be a little more difficult to find as It looks to have a minor dent at the peak. The Grabber striping looks to be in good shape without cracking. 1975 marked the second year of production without the distinctive twin scoop Grabber hood. It is a common misconception the Grabber package represented a performance package. For the Maverick it was designated as an appearance only, more of a marketing promotion to counter similar type of offerings from GM and Chrysler. In this year it included things such as the stripe package, dual sport mirrors, and blackout treatment on the rear panel. A 4-speed was never available from the factory, if you wanted to row through the gears a 3 speed on the floor was it.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Ford-Maverick-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/Ford-Maverick-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] It is almost impossible to look at this car and not focus on the size of bumpers. In the past, a popular modification among Maverick enthusiasts would be to convert to smaller early model thin bumpers. It gives a better proportion to which the car is designed. However, this generally involves finding a donor car to obtain not only the bumpers but valance panels, brackets, and minor filler pieces. In my opinion, this car seems to be able to carry the bigger bumper look with the later Grabber package and imitation magnum 500 wheels, it. I wouldn’t be in a hurry to convert the bumpers on this one.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1975-Ford-Maverick-Driver-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1975-Ford-Maverick-Driver-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Overall this car looks in good shape and to me would be a fun summer cruiser with minimal work. I can’t image a V8 3-speed Maverick being much fun in the winter snow or ice! Providing the 302 is sound I would drive it as is, but with a few cosmetic improvements. The price seems a little on the high side, but it is a relatively rare car with the Grabber V8/3 speed combination. I don’t think a comparatively solid 6 cylinder 2-dr could be converted to V8 power for less. What do you the Barn Finder readers think?


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[h=1]Original Sheet Metal: 1952 Ford F3[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Jeff-Lavery_avatar_1510763369-24x24.jpg

Jeff Lavery

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When we begin to see a pattern develop of a certain type of vehicle appearing for sale with some regularity, I always check to see if the seller is a vendor that’s dabbling in one genre of car or truck. Sure enough, after profiling an awfully honest GMC 3100, my feelings of deja vu for this latest farm truck find were confirmed. Apparently, the seller has a lock on heavily-patina’d farm trucks from the Midwest, and his latest find is a lovely 1952 Ford F3 listed here on eBay with bidding over $2K and no reserve.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ford-front-e1550274623879-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ford-front-e1550274623879-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The seller claims the truck retains all-original sheet metal, which is impressive for any vehicle designed to receive only crude repairs when cosmetic blights appear. The weathered exterior seems to be this seller’s calling card, and it works well on old farm trucks like this. The classic F3 lines with its boxy fenders and toothy grill are impossible to mistake for another marque, and it’s great to see the tailgate and hubcaps still present (although the former isn’t original to the truck).

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ford-motor-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ford-motor-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Some cracks are noted in the fenders, but no rust like most of them tend to do where the fenders meet the body. The seller also claims the bed has no rust, nor do the running boards. The F3 comes with the desirable flathead V8 and the seller confirms that when hooked up to power, it will try and slowly turn over. It hasn’t run in 10 years, so some amount of due diligence is needed before attempting to fire it up. On a positive note, the seller says it holds coolant and has no major leaks.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/ford-interior-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/ford-interior-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The one photo of the seat in the eBay gallery shows a bench that will need re-upholstery, but that’s to be expected for a truck of this vintage and condition. A new windshield is also needed, or you could live with and see how long you can escape the local vehicle inspection warden. The dash is a simple affair with no signs of alteration or damage, and aside from an upholstery job and new glass, there’s not much I’d change inside or out. We’ll be waiting for the next farm truck this seller digs up.


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[h=1]Ford’s Holy Grail: 1969 Ford Torino Talladega[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Scotty-Gilbertson_avatar_1510764136-24x24.jpg

Scotty Gilbertson

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If any of you are Ford fans or NASCAR fans, or just fans of incredibly rare cars, this 1969 Ford Torino Talladega is hard to beat. It’s a true Holy Grail for any serious collector or fan. It can be found here on eBay in ridiculously beautiful Vancouver, Washington. The seller has a $30,000 buy it now price or you can make an offer.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Bickety-bam, this car is amazing, even in this condition. Actually, for what a lot of cars look like these days and for what this car is, it looks amazing to me. This is NASCAR to me, a stock car. As in, stock car racing, as in a car that a person could actually buy and drive on the street being used as a race car. Ahhh.. the good ol’ days.

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B b b b b bbbut, it’s yellow?! They never made a Talladega in yellow, you goofball! And, your mustache is creepy, too! Hey, keep my mustache out of it, but you’re right, there was never a factory Talladega in yellow. This one was painted by the dealer who couldn’t seem to sell it when it was its original Royal Maroon color, one of three official factory colors. As soon as they painted it yellow it almost lept off of the showroom floor by itself and into someone’s garage. There were only 750, give or take, of them built and fewer than that known to exist today. They’re pretty rare but surprisingly not as expensive as I would have thought. Our friends at Hagerty put a #1 Concours-best-in-the-world value of $80,300 on this car. I would have assumed much higher than that given what Superbirds and Daytonas go for, a couple of their main competitors.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] It’s a long story but pretty interesting: “Originally Royal Maroon with blacked out hood and tail filler panel, the story is that the dealer could not sell the car. They decided to make a dealer drag race car out of it (very powerful engine) and in doing so painted the car yellow (where it was formerly maroon, when new at the dealer), dealer-installed exhaust headers, replacement Holley carb, and changed the original 3.25 open rear center section to a 4.11 Limited Slip unit. A potential buyer walked in and saw the car in yellow, and it sold, never having been used as the dealer intended as a quarter-mile killer. Rear axle is still the original SCJ Drag Pack staggered shock unit (still has 4.11 Limited Slip), transmission is still the original HD C6 with the iron tailpiece, and the engine is the original 428 Cobra Jet with original Talladega underhood accessories like the big oil cooler, etc.”

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/021319-1969-Ford-Torino-Cobra-Talladega-428-Cobra-Jet-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Sadly, it would be almost another two decades before Ford would win a championship again and that winning car looked like a Dr. Frankenstien creation of the Thunderbird that was somewhere under the heavily-modified skin. This Talladega has Ford’s 428 Cobra Jet V8 which had a rating of, wink-wink-nudge-nudge, 335 hp. It was likely much, much more than that. The seller says that it’s a “solid runner and driver with new rear brakes, new fuel tank and sending unit. Needs new mufflers/exhaust to be a daily driver, if you want to drive a NASCAR survivor aero car on the road!” These cars don’t come up for sale too often. Could you restore this car and keep it under Hagerty’s $62,600 #2 excellent condition value given it’s $30,000 price tag?


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[h=1]Rock Solid Restorer: 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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This 1967 Mustang is a true barn find, having been parked in a barn many years ago. It is part of an estate, and it still wears the years of accumulated dust from its long hibernation. It is complete, and the supplied photos tend to back up the claims that it is rust free. It has been listed for sale with an asking price of $7,981 OBO. So, if you want to own a true barn find where your first job will be to wash off the years of dust, then you will find the Mustang located in Lipan, Texas, and listed for sale here at Hemmings.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/67-Mustang-Coupe-2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/67-Mustang-Coupe-2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Mustang started life finished in white, but it looks like some minor work has been commenced on restoration. The panels look straight, and the photos of the trunk and the floors, while not particularly clear, do seem to indicate that this car is free of any real rust issues. The chrome and trim also appear to be complete, although the rear bumper looks like it has been painted black at some point. The glass is all present and in good condition, so it all looks pretty promising so far.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/67-Mustang-Coupe-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/67-Mustang-Coupe-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The positive vibes continue on to the interior of the car. Apart from the steering wheel and an aftermarket radio/cassette player (with speakers fitted to the rear parcel tray), the interior appears to be original. The headliner looks to be sagging, and it may also be torn, so it will probably need replacing. The rest of the interior looks to be in nearly perfect condition, with no cracks, tears, or modifications obvious. Whipping the interior into shape looks like it is going to take very little work.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/67-Mustang-Coupe-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/67-Mustang-Coupe-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is a case of a car that ran when parked, although that was a few years ago. The owner does say that it doesn’t run and that he is unsure why. The engine is the 200ci straight-six engine, which is backed by a 3-speed manual transmission. You don’t get power steering or power brakes on this car, but you do get air conditioning. These old engines are pretty tough, and it may not take a lot to get the car running. However, I would be giving the wiring and hoses a pretty thorough inspection before I turned the key, as there is a fair amount of evidence that rodents have been at least consuming their meals under the hood. Hopefully, they haven’t been consuming anything else.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/67-Mustang-Coupe-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/67-Mustang-Coupe-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] We tend to become used to seeing Mustangs emerge from barns and sheds, and mentally we begin to tally up the bill for rust repairs. With this Mustang, that doesn’t appear to be the case. If the photos and description are correct, then the body of this car will only require some pretty minor cosmetic work to the paint and interior to make it sparkle, and the same appears to be true of the mechanical components. Maybe it isn’t the most desirable mechanical configuration on the planet, but it is still a good car. For someone wanting to take the plunge into Mustang ownership, this particular car may represent a golden opportunity to do so.


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[h=1]Solid Restorer: 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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As a starting point for a restoration project, this 1967 Mustang Coupe looks like it could be quite a good car. Rust doesn’t appear to be too extensive, and the car runs and drives. At the time of writing, bidding has reached $5,000, and it appears that the reserve has been met. The Mustang is located in Parkton, Maryland, and is listed for sale here on eBay.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1967-Mustang-2-e1550356711768-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1967-Mustang-2-e1550356711768-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] While the owner doesn’t specifically mention some of the traditional trouble areas of the Mustang such as the frame rails and the torque boxes, he does acknowledge that the car will need a driver’s side floor. Apart from a dent in the passenger side quarter panel, the rest of the car looks quite promising, with no visible rust in the quarters or the rockers. The glass is in good condition, and while the bumpers look like they may benefit from a trip to the plater, the rest of the external trim looks quite good.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1967-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1967-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood is the 200ci straight-six engine, which is backed by a manual transmission. The engine has recently been the recipient of an oil change, along with new plugs, rotor, and distributor cap. The owner says that it starts and runs well and that the car also drives. In addition, there is a new clutch and new front tires. There are a few things that will need attention, including a leak in the radiator, along with a new exhaust.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1967-Mustang-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1967-Mustang-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior of the Mustang is surprisingly good. There is an aftermarket CD player installed under the dash, along with speakers in the rear parcel tray. Otherwise, it does appear to be original. The owner says that the rear seat and trim are in good condition and that the front seats will need new covers, and the carpet will need to be replaced. The dash pad looks like it has warped and some minor trim items are damaged, so these will probably need to be replaced as well.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1967-Mustang-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1967-Mustang-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Mustang shows a lot of promise, and if it is as solid underneath as it appears to be on top, then it is ripe for restoration. While it may not have a V8 under the hood, the 6-cylinder equipped Mustangs are really coming into their own as a collectible car. It isn’t that many years ago that people were ripping out the six and replacing it with a V8, but that doesn’t happen anywhere near as often these days. People are recognizing the importance of originality in these cars, and that seems to make this Mustang a viable restoration project.


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[h=1]Solid 71-Year-Old: 1948 Ford F1 Pickup[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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It might just be me, but there’s something about the pictures of this old Ford F-1 Pickup that just looks right sitting in the snow. Judging by the overall condition of this 71-year-old vehicle, I don’t think that it has ever spent any extended periods out in the snow. It is a solid vehicle that is ripe for restoration, or it would be just as comfortable being driven as it is. Located in Eureka, Montana, and listed for sale here on eBay, the owner has set a BIN price of $9,500 for the old Ford, although the option is there to make an offer.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1948-Ford-F1-2-e1550382138536-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1948-Ford-F1-2-e1550382138536-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The owner states that the F-1 is solid, and is free of any major rust issues. As a commercial vehicle, it does have a couple of minor dings on the body, but there are surprisingly few for a vehicle of this age. As far as actual rust goes, there is a small spot in the floor near the gas pedal, and there is also a little bit starting in one running board. The most susceptible place on these was always the cab corners, and these ones look rock solid. There is plenty of surface corrosion in evidence, and how this would be addressed (or not) will be up to the new owner. One thing that I had to have a chuckle over was the color that he has listed for the vehicle in the Item Description part of the ad. He refers to it as “Greenish.” The timber on the bed is pretty rotten, so that will need to be replaced.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1948-Ford-F1-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1948-Ford-F1-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The owner believes that the engine is original, and that would make it the 239ci flat-head V8, which is backed by a manual transmission. The good news here is that this old Ford starts, runs, and drives. There are a few things that will need to be attended to before this one hits the road, but none of the jobs are big. The brakes work but will need bleeding. He suggests that it would probably benefit from new plugs and points. He also believes that some of the tires might be original, so those will certainly need to be replaced. Overall though, the list is quite short.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1948-Ford-F1-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1948-Ford-F1-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The early F-1 was not a vehicle loaded down with a lot of interior trim and luxury, and this one is no exception to that rule. The dash is complete and unmolested, and not only are all of the original gauges present, but they all work as well. The owner believes that the cover on the seat is original, and suggests that this could be replaced. Depending on what path the new owner decides to follow with the F-1, they may also just choose to put a blanket over it and use it as it is.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1948-Ford-F1-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1948-Ford-F1-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] It would be interesting to follow this old Ford when it passes to a new owner and to see what path they would choose to follow with it. There are a pile of options available, and that is one of the things that makes these such a popular pick amongst classic vehicle enthusiasts. I know exactly what I’d do with it. What about you?


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[h=1]Front Bench: 1966 Ford Mustang Convertible[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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It appears that the restoration work has been commenced on this 1966 Mustang Convertible, and it is just waiting for someone to put their own mark on it. The photos supplied by the owner indicate that this is a relatively solid vehicle that is largely free of the sort of rust that can plague these cars. Located in San Diego, California, it is listed for sale here on eBay where the owner has set a BIN price of $16,499, but the option is there to submit an offer.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1966-Mustang-2-e1550275839191-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1966-Mustang-2-e1550275839191-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The Mustang has spent its entire life in California, and there’s no doubt the dry climate where it has lived has helped maintain the overall integrity of the car. There are some photos of the floors and torque boxes, and they do look pretty good. The car has also been hand-stripped back to bare metal, sealed, and given a coat of primer. The owner says that there is no Bondo or filler anywhere in the car. It will need some minor marks attended to before it is hit with a coat of color, with the original color being Silver Blue. The soft-top material will also need to be replaced but the owner doesn’t indicate whether the power operation is working okay. However, if the car is restored to its original combination, it should certainly be a nice looking car.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1966-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1966-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Under the hood is the C-Code 289 V8, which is backed by an automatic transmission. The car has manual brakes, but it does feature power steering. The Mustang doesn’t currently run, having been off the road since 1994, so there will be some work required in that area to bring the car back to life. The owner does hold a reasonable collection of documentation for the Mustang, and this dates right back to when the car was new.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1966-Mustang-4-e1550275817504-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1966-Mustang-4-e1550275817504-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The original blue interior will require restoration, but this is an area where this Mustang differs a bit from the average Mustang that you see. The optional bench seat is not a super rare item, but it does make the interior stand out just that little bit. I’ve seen a few of these, but really not that many when I consider how many Mustangs I have looked at over the years. For those who only have a passing interest or knowledge of Mustangs, this is an item that may well start some conversations at car shows, or at a Coffee & Cars.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1966-Mustang-5-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1966-Mustang-5-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] As a project car, this Mustang Convertible looks to be a solid one. It appears to be free of the dreaded rust that plagues these cars, and if it were to be restored to original, it would be a very attractive car. The bench seat makes it something just a little bit different, and that’s something that I really don’t mind.


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[h=1]Unrestored 1968 Shelby GT500 Headed to Auction![/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/11/Montana-Danford_avatar_1511325752-24x24.jpg

Montana Danford

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There are a few iconic names in the muscle car world and Shelby happens to be near the top. Add the name “GT500” and you are talking about one of the rarest and most sought after cars ever built. You’re looking at one of the 1044 real-deal 1968 Shelby GT500 Mustangs ever built. It is going to be auctioned at the Mecum Indy event in May, so start checking your couch cushions for a few million pennies. It can be found here on Mecum’s site and is set to be sold Friday, May 17th.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1968-Shelby-GT-500-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1968-Shelby-GT-500-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The engine is a 428 cubic inch V8 topped with an aluminum intake and Holley 715 CFM 4-barrel carburetor. The finned valve covers and matching air cleaner are a very classy touch and look great against the blue engine block. When Ford made their official horsepower declaration, they “estimated” it at 335 (with a wink), but the actual number was about 400! All that power gets to the ground through a 4-speed manual transmission and 10-spoke wheels.

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The paint is Raven black with matching black interior. You can see a small tear along the seam of the Driver’s seat, but other than that, the interior looks great. Hopefully, a lot of the original parts will be able to be re-used during any future restoration work. Do you think this car should be restored, left as-is or mechanically restored so it can be driven?

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1968-Shelby-GT-500-2-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1968-Shelby-GT-500-2-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] So how much will this car go for? It’s tough to say for sure. It is lot R225, which crosses the block Friday in prime-time. Unrestored examples of these cars rarely come up for auction. If you’re talking about restored examples, a 1967 sold at Barrett-Jackson in 2015 for $400,000! How much do you think it will go for? Drop us a comment with your best guess.


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Looks like my first car, that I got when I was 17, in 1979. It was a 75 Plymouth Valiant. Same color, same engine, same 2 door body style. Mine didn't have a Vinyl roof.

[h=1]Swinging Survivor: 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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The original owner of this 1972 Dodge Dart Swinger purchased the car when she was 64-years-old, and only decided to part with it when she reached her 100th birthday. That is when the current owner purchased the car, and after 11-years of ownership, he has decided to part with it himself. Apart from the wheels that are currently fitted to the car, it is an original and unmolested car that would look good in any driveway or garage. The owner has set a BIN price of $10,000 for the Dart, but the option is there to make an offer. The Dart is located in Mims, Florida, and is listed for sale here on eBay.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1972-Dart-2-e1550382348873-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1972-Dart-2-e1550382348873-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This is a really pretty car, and the owner says that the majority of the paint on the car is original, although it has had a few minor touch-ups over the years. The vinyl top is original, and while the wheels aren’t the original ones fitted to the car, the original rims and hubcaps (all in excellent condition) do come with the car. The only visible rust in the vehicle is a couple of small bubbles near the rear wheel arch on the driver’s side. Otherwise, the condition of the body and paint looks very impressive. Really, this isn’t surprising given the fact that it has been kept in a garage for its entire life.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1972-Dart-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1972-Dart-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Given the overall originality of the rest of the car, the engine and engine-bay present quite well for a car of this age. You get a bullet-proof slant-six engine, although I’ve been trying to work out which one it is, which is backed by a TorqueFlite transmission. The car is also fitted with power steering, but the brakes don’t feature power assistance. The owner states that the car has covered 98,000 original miles, and this is documented. He also says that the car has no leaks of any description, is fitted with new tires, and runs and drives really well.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1972-Dart-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1972-Dart-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The only word to describe the interior of the Dart is spotless. There is a possibility that the carpet may be slightly faded, but this could just be the light, but everything else is close to perfect. The owner says that all of the interior trim is original, and if this is true, then it is both a testament to careful ownership and a demonstration of the benefits of keeping your car stored in a garage. The UV rays simply haven’t had an opportunity to do their worst to this car.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1972-Dart-5-e1550382367862-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1972-Dart-5-e1550382367862-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This 1972 Dart Swinger is a really nice looking car, and it offers someone the opportunity to purchase a classic that is ready to drive and enjoy. Addressing those small rust spots should be an easy and cheap exercise, and there’s really little else to do to the car. If you are looking for a car that you can enjoy immediately, then this Dart offers some real possibilities.


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[h=1]Solid ‘Stang: 1965 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/07/Adam-Clarke_avatar_1531128110-24x24.jpg

Adam Clarke

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After sitting in storage since 2010, this 1965 Mustang has finally been brought out into the California sun. Still wearing its original black plates, the car is a very solid example that now starts and drives. It needs some work to get it back on the road, but this appears to be fairly minor. The owner has set a BIN price of $10,000 for the Mustang, and it has certainly grabbed the attention of potential buyers, with 118 people watching the listing. Located in Simi Valley, California, it is listed for sale here on eBay.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1965-Mustang-2-e1550382204221-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1965-Mustang-2-e1550382204221-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Rust in this Mustang is pretty well non-existent. There are a number of photos of the floor, and they are clean, with no sealer or other substances present to cover up potential problems. The body is straight and clean, with only a few minor dings and blemishes. One thing that throws me in the description is a reference to the clear lifting in places. Correct me if I’m wrong, but I’m pretty sure that there would not normally be clear applied to a car like this in the factory. If this is the case, then it may indicate a repaint at some point.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1965-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1965-Mustang-3-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The owner refers to the engine as being a C-Code 289ci V8 but doesn’t indicate whether it is a numbers-matching car. The engine is backed by an automatic transmission. There have been some changes made under the hood, with the addition of some additional chrome accessories, and a set of exhaust headers. The car starts, runs, and drives well, but the owner does suggest that after sitting for nearly 10-years, the new owner would be wise to give the car a pretty thorough check before they actually drive the car any distance.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1965-Mustang-4-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1965-Mustang-4-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The interior of the Mustang doesn’t look too bad, and it could certainly be used as it is. There is an aftermarket CD player mounted under the dash, and I suspect that this is hooked to the speakers that have been set into the rear parcel tray. The top of the rear seat has copped the brunt of the California sun, and the cover will require repair or replacement, while the dash pad is also cracked. There is also a tachometer mounted to the steering column that isn’t original. The rest of the interior and trim looks like it will respond to a clean, while items like the floor console look to be in first-class condition.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/1965-Mustang-5-e1550382238651-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1965-Mustang-5-e1550382238651-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] This Mustang appears to be the sort of car that you could send off to your local mechanic for a full check-up, and then get it out on the road to enjoy. It does appear to be a rust-free car that has benefited from life in California. The overall condition of the car seems to suggest that it should be a pretty easy car to restore, and that could make it a great first project car for someone.


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[h=1]Eleanor Style: 1968 Mustang Fastback[/h] image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-includes/images/blank.gif

Kevin Wagner

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Since the release of the Gone In 60 Seconds remake, Mustang fastbacks have been showing up in increasing numbers on auction sites as either Shelby or Eleanor tributes. However, very few display the interesting flip front modification of this one. Located in Adolphus, Kentucky and listed here on eBay with a no reserve auction, the bidding has been fairly active with 31 bids reaching $15,300 and 5 days to go at the time of writing.


image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/s-l1600-28-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/s-l1600-28-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] It is unusual to find a tribute or clone project up for sale before completion. Most of these types of projects tend to be high dollar conversions where price is no object and the end justifies the means. This frame of mind ultimately gets the project finished but ends up way over budget. In this case, it looks like the project was started years ago on a limited budget. Shelby conversion parts were obtained, fabrication was started, but the project was never fully completed and just stored. The present seller has just obtained the car and is unsure of its past history. The quality of the work seems to range from intricate metal fabrication to daily driver level of repair just to get the car on the road. Although a lot of effort was placed on the custom interior work, some of the work did not stand the test of time and quite frankly does not seem to work together as unit.

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The real story of this car is the flip front end. It seems like this may have been a stalling point. A fair bit of fabrication was done to achieve the flip front as an entire unit but is then secured with a rubber strap when opened. It is unfair for me to critique this work as it beyond my fabrication skills. However if the original fabricator had come this far, it seems just another small obstacle to overcome.

image: https://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/s-l160023-630x390.jpg
[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/s-l160023-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] The car doesn’t start, and many Barn Finds readers they would agree this should have been the easiest aspect of the project. The aged aftermarket Accel air cleaner, wires, and Moroso valve covers date this a late 80’s perhaps early 90’s project. A coil would have definitely helped it start easier!! The car originally came with a 302 and this could still be the original engine, although the GM alternator definitely isn’t.

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[IMG2=JSON]{"data-align":"none","data-size":"full","height":"390","width":"630","src":"https:\/\/barnfinds.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/02\/1968-Mustang-Fastback-630x390.jpg"}[/IMG2] Overall the car is solid and the paint looked to be reasonable when it was applied years ago, but little things like paint over the door striker questions the amount paint prep done. It looks like a project that has been stored in not so favorable conditions for a length of time. There are a lot of reproduction pieces now available on aftermarket which may not have been available when this project was started. A real Shelby could have been used as a donor. It will be interesting to see where this ends up.


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