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[h=1]Uncut Survivor: 1974 Ford Bronco Sport[/h]

Scotty Gilbertson
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We’ve seen a lot of Broncos ramble through the halls of Barn Finds over the last few years. They’re one of the hot vehicles right now as you all know. Jeff Lavery just showed us one with uncut fenders and that’s what the seller of this 1974 Ford Bronco Sport is touting. This 4×4 can be found here on eBay in Pasadena, Maryland with bids of over $17,000 and there is no reserve!

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I’m a huge fan of orange vehicles and I can see the appeal of these first-gen Broncos. They’re small and they’re fairly easy to work on yourself. The sad part, unless you’re selling one, is that the prices just keep going up and up on these old Broncos.
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This example looks great in the overall photos and it seems to be pretty solid, but there is some rust to deal with for the next owner. The seller mentions that the worst of it is on the rockers and you can see a big hole on the left of this photo. They have provided a lot of good photos and some underside photos which is great. This is a Bronco Sport which became a separate model instead of an option package beginning in 1970.
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The Creamsicle combo is alive and well on the inside of this Bronc. You can see the rip in the driver’s seat and the top of the dash could use some work. The back seat looks great, maybe because it wasn’t exactly easy to get back there. They say that everything works other than the horn, which needs a button on the steering wheel, and the speaker doesn’t work.
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The engine is Ford’s 302 cubic-inch V8 which would have had about 145 hp. It runs and drives great, according to the seller. Hagerty is at $19,700 for a #4 fair condition Bronco. It sure seems like this one is in fair condition, doesn’t it? They’re at $36,500 for a #3 good condition Bronco so there’s a bit of room to fix that rust and whatever else it may need. What’s a fair price for this ’74 Bronco Sport?


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[h=1]Superhero Squire: 1970 Ford Torino Squire Wagon[/h]

Scotty Gilbertson
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The seller of this beautiful and very cool 1970 Ford Torino Squire Wagon refers to it as a car that a superhero might drive. I can see why, it’s muscular, tough, and honest. You can fight traffic on your way to fighting crime and there’s enough room to put on your cape in the back. This wagon can be found here on eBay in Simi Valley, California with a $21,500 buy it now price and the current bid price is over $18,000!

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If I were bidding on this fantastic car there is no way that I would let $3,500 come between my $18,000 bid and locking in that buy it now price! Someone will hit that buy it now price and you’ll regret it forever – been there, done that. Seriously, you’re already in for over $18k, just go for it. Clark Kent would be proud of you. The hideaway headlights are a fun feature, if they keep working as they should. Have any of you owned a second-generation Torino and had these headlights? If so, were they a problem? Here’s a YouTube video showing a similar car’s headlights in action. Ok, that sounded weird.
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What a car! I can’t quite get the given VIN to match up with anything and it’s always fun to look those up. I’ll have to get my fun elsewhere today. The seller says that this car has had one repaint and that the car has been taken care of over the last almost 50 years. I would agree, it looks ggggggggreat, doesn’t it? Those painted rims and dog dish hubcaps are perfect. If this car had a 429 Cobra Jet engine that would be even better. Ford made 13,166 Torino Squire Wagons in 1970.
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I know that there are those of you who aren’t fans of 1970s green. Everything seemed to be swathed, bathed, and otherwise covered in green, brown, or orange in the ’70s: cars, appliances, and clothes. I believe that this is Three Putt Green but it may be Medium Lime, it’s hard to tell from the photos. There is some cracking on the driver’s side of the Med Ivy Green vinyl bench seat but the back seat looks like new as does the rear cargo area. I don’t know if this car has extra seating back there, there’s no mention of it in the listing but it sure looks like there might be. Or is that where the spare tire sits?
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Alas, this isn’t a 429 Cobra Jet – which wasn’t officially available in the wagon – but instead, it’s a 351 Windsor V8 with 250 hp and 355 ft-lb of torque. I’m reasonably certain that the rear wheels will freely spin at takeoff and a 9.2-second 0 to 60 time isn’t bad for a 3,900-pound wagon. The 1970 Torino was Motor Trend’s Car of the Year for 1970 and this sure looks like the wagon of the year to me.


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[h=1]390 V8 Equipped: 1967 Ford Ranchero[/h]

Kevin Wagner
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Here is a nice example of a unique vehicle which looks ready for either the local show and shine or sunny summer driving. A beautiful 1967 Ford Ranchero, located in Simi Valley, California and listed here on Hemmings for $14,950. The seller doesn’t provide much-written information, but the pictures represent the car well. It looks solid and may be an original California car as the current owner is only the second. The paint has a nice shine and although not indicated, it looks to have had a recent two-stage base/clear repaint. The chrome and bedside trim look excellent. The seller seems to be showing minor floor patch repair on the underside pictures, but this ute still looks solid and the work looks to be quality with a replacement patch panel butt welded.

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Wedged between the shock towers is a recently rebuilt 390 4bbl. This is either the original engine 390 or original engine type as indicated by the Z-Code of the fifth digit in the VIN. The mileage is listed as 69,000 and could very well be original in which case the engine and transmission were probably refreshed than replaced. It is hard to see from the pictures if the exhaust manifolds bolt on the side, indicating original heads. Interior is a mix of original and tasteful improvements. The big safety 1967 steering wheel has been swapped out. Aftermarket gauges are placed where the radio used to be, and buckets and console are used.
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The owner claims to have had it professionally restored and it certainly looks like it, all the aspects of the restoration work together. The aftermarket Cragar SS wheels may not be preferable to everybody, but I like the look and think it gives it a period look, something which could have been profiled in a late ’70s early ’80s reader rides section of Hot Rod or Car Craft magazine.
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Some Barn Finds readers may consider it to be priced a little high. The Rancheros don’t seem to have been able to command the same value as similarly equipped hardtops. Regardless, another couldn’t probably be restored to this level at this price. The seller looks to have a Mach 1 and another Ranchero buried and stuffed in a two car garage. This affluent neighborhood may not be all that receptive for a driveway full of vintage Fords, so a little price haggling may be possible. One thing is certain, you wouldn’t see a row of similar cars at a show or cruise event. It would be fun to use it for light duty use, like picking up bulky items at a big box retailer. The only fault I can find is only one friend or family member could enjoy driving it with you.


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[h=1]Uncut Eyebrow Grill: 1966 Ford Bronco[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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It’s amazing what enthusiasts will go bananas over when it comes to project vehicles. I know that I’ll always give a longing look at any gray market European car with its unique headlights and bumpers even though most folks would never notice. Similarly, Bronco fans tend to get extra excited over models with uncut fenders, and then further revved up when that same Bronco – like this one here on eBay – is a rare early model with the “eyebrow” grill. Bidding is over $6K and the reserve remains unmet.
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The seller does an admirable job of capturing all of this Bronco’s flaws, which are not insignificant despite looking rather complete from a few feet away. There is rust in some difficult locations, like the windshield frame and leading edge of the hood. The floor pans also need full replacement, with lots of daylight showing through beneath your feet. There’s surface rust in most places, and evidence of body filler on the right rear quarter panel between the door and the fender arch.
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Fortunately, the rest of the truck remains very complete so it’s not difficult to justify doing the work to fix the rot. The seats are believed to be original, but the back seat is missing. The original radio remains with the Bronco but is spotty in terms of performance. The Bronco is powered by the 270 I6 that runs but has both a carburetor issue and oil leaks to contend with. The 3-speed column shift works but is sloppy; I have the same issue with my 1981 Toyota HiAce project.

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The Bronco comes with another desirable OEM part, which is that of the winch bumper. The PTO winch still works, as demonstrated in this YouTube video. While the Bronco is far from an easy project, the combination of features and early build date make it a compelling candidate for restoration. While there are better examples out there, it’s hard to ignore if you’ve been hunting for an eyebrow grill model with the desirable uncut fenders.


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[h=1]Boosted Coupe: 1986 Ford Mustang SVO[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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Did you ever have a car that lingers in your mind, making you feel almost guilty you’ve never owned one? I imagine it’s not dissimilar from folks who wish they traveled more, or experimented with different food types rather than the same Italian grinder every Saturday night (not me, I swear). That’s how I feel about Fox-body Mustangs in general, and especially so about the SVO. I love turbocharged Fords, especially ones made in the 80s, and this SVO here on eBay is the ideal combination of a color other than black and the smooth nose of the later cars.
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This SVO looks like its right in the sweet spot of not being so perfect that you’re afraid to drive it and far from the worst example, you could buy. The paint presents well and the shut lines look good; overall, the panels all look clean and largely dent-free. The wheels still give off a glimmer of shine, and the stance is just perfect. I can’t tell if that’s a lower stance than stock, as there are a few modifications elsewhere that could indicate this is a less-than-OEM-correct driver.
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That’s not the end of the world, but I would like to know if someone’s been playing with the factory boost levels. The interior has some tweaks I’d quickly remove in favor of stock components, like the steering wheel, shift knob, and auxiliary gauges, along with repairing the broken bolster on the driver’s seat. There’s what looks like an additional switch or panel above the driver’s left knee, too, so I’d like to know what that’s controlling. An aftermarket CD player replaces the factory head unit.

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You can see the cold air intake that’s been installed, snaking towards the core support and hopefully buffeted from the hot engine compartment air, somehow. The fresh paint on the valve cover is a nice touch, but there are definitely the hallmarks of a modified car all over this SVO. Again – if they’re purely cosmetic, not a big deal. An intake is easily removable and hardly a sin. However, cranking up the boost can have all sorts of consequences, so I’d want to know if any other tweaks are lurking before calling this one a must-buy.


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[h=1]Cheap Ghia! 1978 Ford Mustang II[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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While far from the most desirable classic car, this 1978 Ford Mustang II Ghia is listed with a $1,000 Buy-It-Now and bidding just over $600 with the reserve unmet. That tells you this Ghia-trimmed Mustang is likely right around $800 or so to take it home as a tired but deserving project if you’re a fan of perhaps the most unloved Mustang generation. Truth be told, I’m mildly surprised to see such active bidding as it is. Find the Mustang here on eBay where it’s listed as a non-runner needing floor pan repair.
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This is a six-cylinder car, so it’s not as if the carcass can be stripped of its 302 for transplanting into another project. Is it the luxurious Ghia appointments that’s driving some strong interest in the Mustang, or is it the mesmerizing appearance of the color-matched basketweave wheels against the tired butterscotch paint? Who knows, but if you’re a Mustang II fanatic with a Ghia in the garage, perhaps there’s some desirable trim you’re after that’s impossible to find.
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The interior is somewhat tatty, with perhaps the seats and door panels being the lone exceptions. The Ghia-specific shag carpets are tired, and the wood trim in the dash is quite faded. The seller notes that floor pan repair is needed on the driver’s side and that he’s “…not sure” about the passenger side. That doesn’t bode well, if you ask me, considering how easy it is to confirm whether the floors are soft or not.

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It does not run, and the seller doesn’t confirm whether the V6 still turns. Despite the rust in the floors, the body itself is not terrible, appearing to suffer mostly from surface rust. There are no brakes at the moment, so keep that in mind if you’re intending on getting a running start onto a trailer. Overall, cheap projects are getting harder to find, and while I wish this Mustang II Ghia was listed with no reserve, anything under $1K seems like a fair deal all around.


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[h=1]Drive and Restore: 1968 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h]

Adam Clarke
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While it will need some restoration work, this 1968 Mustang is a complete car that is ready and waiting for someone to take on the job of bringing it back to its best. No-one will be surprised to learn that it has some rust issues that will need to be addressed, but we’ve all seen cars with worse rust issues brought back from the brink. The Mustang is listed for sale here on eBay and is located in Mount Hope, West Virginia. The owner has set a BIN price of $7,500 for the Mustang, although the option is available to make an offer.
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Okay, so there are some rust issues to be addressed, and I also suspect that there have been some others that have been attended to in the past. I was looking at the area around and in front of the rear wheel arch on the driver’s side, and I have a suspicion that there might be some Bondo present there. I will be interested to know what our Barn Find readers think about that possibility. Rust is also appearing in the bottoms of both quarter panels, and the bottom corner of the driver’s door. There is also some rust in the floors, as well as in the torque box on the driver’s side. It’s all repairable, but it would definitely pay to give the car a pretty thorough inspection.
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Under the hood is the 289ci C-Code V8, which is hooked to a C4 automatic transmission. The news here is all pretty good, as this is a full, numbers-matching car, right down to the original and freshly rebuilt carburetor. The only non-original item under the hood is the air cleaner. The owner found the original build sheet for the car, which is included in the sale. As well as rebuilding the carburetor, the owner has also installed a new fuel tank and sender unit. He says that the car runs and drives well and that the power steering works perfectly. He also provides this YouTube video which provides a walk-around of the vehicle and allows you to hear the car running and driving. It all sounds pretty good.

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The bones of the interior look quite good, but there are some items that will need to be restored or replaced. The dash pad is severely cracked and will need to be replaced. The seats and headliner are all in quite good, original condition, and would only need attention if you were seeking to achieve perfection with the car. There are some items, such as the carpet for one, that will either need to be restored or replaced, but what you have there is a good starting point for a restoration.
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There are definitely some areas of this Mustang that I would like to get a closer look at, and I’d like to think that I’m completely wrong about the idea of there being Bondo in the car. The photos are a bit inconclusive in that area, but it is obvious that there has been some work done around that area of the car. We’ve probably all seen cars in worse condition brought back to their original glory. Would you be willing to take this one on?


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[h=1]Solid S-Code: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 390 S-Code[/h]

Adam Clarke
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For a person who is looking for a Mustang project car, life can become quite demoralizing. It is easy to see dozens of cars with floors like Swiss cheese, frame rails with all the strength of wet spaghetti, and prices that would make your head spin. This 1969 Mustang Mach 1 is like hitting the jackpot for those people, as it is a structurally sound Californian car with only a few minor surface corrosion spots to worry about. The Mustang is located in Anaheim, California, and is listed for sale here on eBay. The owner has set a BIN price of $28,000 for the Mustang, but the option is available to make an offer.
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The owner provides a pretty decent array of photos of the Mustang, and having a good look around underneath the car, things look really good. There is some surface corrosion visible, but there is no rot. This is the first tick on the list of things that you really want with a Mustang. The original Indian Fire Red paint is looking extremely tired, and a previous owner has hit the doors with a coat of primer, but apart from what may be a very small spot of rust just in front of the rear wheel arch on the passenger side, things look good here on the top side as well. It also looks like all of the trim and chrome is present and in remarkably good condition.
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You look around the interior of the Mustang, and once again the news is mainly good. The dash pad looks like it has avoided cracking, while the seats and carpet also look good. It looks like there might be an aftermarket stereo fitted into the dash, while you can see obvious signs that there have been speakers fitted into the door trims. There will be a few other trim items that will need to be given a bit of a tidy up, but it doesn’t look like the new owner is going to be faced with a wholesale interior restoration job.

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While the owner doesn’t say it in so many words, I believe that this Mach 1 is a numbers-matching car. Under the hood is the 390ci S-Code engine, backed by a C6 automatic transmission, a 9″ rear end, and power steering is also part of the package. Don’t be fooled by the decal on the air cleaner, as the original air cleaner was stolen some time ago. Likewise, the original valve covers have been removed, but these are sitting safely in the trunk. The 390ci S-Code was for many years the unsung hero of the Mustang line. While it is quite a heavy unit compared to engines like the venerable 289 (by 165lbs), it still produced a rather healthy 325hp. The owner states that the car runs and drives, but doesn’t indicate how well it performs either task.
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As Mustang project cars go, this 1969 Mach 1 would rate pretty highly. The fact that it has no rust means that the first battle that is often facing a new owner is not a factor. The fact that the rest of the car seems to be in pretty decent condition is another plus. If I was on the hunt for a Mustang project car, this would be a tempting proposition. However, given the fact that both my bank balance and my wife are saying no to the idea means that this will be going to someone else. Will that be you?


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[h=1]Parked Since the 1980s: 1969 Mercury Cougar XR7[/h]

Adam Clarke
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If this 1969 Cougar XR7 is as good as it appears to be in the supplied photos, then there is a real possibility that the new owner is going to be on a winner with this car. It has been parked in a garage since the mid-1980s, but it seems to have emerged from hibernation none the worst for the experience. Barn Finder Matt R spotted this one for us, so thank you for that Matt. The Cougar is located in Madera, California, and is listed for sale here on Craigslist. The owner has set a price of $7,200 for the XR7.
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The outward appearance of the Cougar looks quite good, with no real indications of any rust issues. The owner doesn’t provide any information regarding the state of the frame or floors, so we really must take things on face value. The paint looks good, although I believe that the car may have undergone a repaint at some point in the past. There is some indication that it may not have rolled off the production line finished in its current Medium Gold Metallic. I can see a couple of spots around the car where there is what appears to be green or blue paint visible, which might be Dark Aqua Poly. That is something that would need to be investigated further. I have also noticed that the badge is missing off the C-Pillar on the driver’s side, but otherwise, it all looks quite promising.
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The interior is another area that shows a fair amount of promise. The front seats will need new covers, but the rest of it looks like it would present fairly well with a really deep clean. This is evident when you look at the floor console and items like the armrest on the driver’s door. It just looks like it needs some plain old hard work to bring it up quite nicely. The dash and pad appear to be close to perfect, with no obvious deviations from original.

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With a 351ci 4V Windsor engine under the hood, performance should be fairly impressive. The Cougar also features an automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, and air conditioning. The engine looks very clean, and while it does run, this is only possible using an external fuel supply. It seems like the Cougar will need its gas tank either cleaned or replaced before it will run okay. Given the fact that the car has been sitting for more than 30 years, there will be plenty of checks that will need to be undertaken before you venture out onto the road for a bit of fun.
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On face value, this Cougar XR7 shows a heap of promise. I really hope that it is as solid and good as it appears because after sitting for so long, I’d like to see the car returned to the road sooner rather than later. Given the fact that it was one of our Barn Finds readers that brought the car to our attention, I can’t help but wonder whether it is going to be another of our readers who will be the car’s next owner.


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[h=1]April Fool’s or Actual Muscle Car Stash?[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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There’s a junkyard that’s near me up in Walpole, Mass., called Goldie’s that has a good track record of bringing in neglected classics. I wrote about them a few years ago when I still had the ability (re: pre-children) to spend every Saturday morning in a salvage yard. Fortunately, despite my absence, they are still hauling in rusty cars and trucks and they appear to have snagged quite haul based on their latest post here on Facebook, including this Boss 302 Mustang – but given today’s date, is it too good to be true?
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This ‘Cuda is sure to get the attention of Mopar enthusiasts, but it will obviously be some time before it is confirmed as a genuine Hemi car as the fender fins, rear spoiler, hood scoops, and rear fender decals might suggest. While I’m sure all of these cars are dealing with level of rusty floors due to being from New England, there’s also likely to be a major parts haul for anyone interested in buying the cars whole – that is, if they cars exist at all.
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Here’s where my BS meter gets tickled: Goldie’s included this photo with the post, even though it appears this Mustang resides on a different property entirely. That being said, since Goldie’s is one of the few yards wise enough to put whole cars out for sale if the vehicle in question is a collector car or survivor, you’d be forgiven if you allow your curiosity to get the better of you and trundle down there to see if these cars are on a flatbed or if they’re just foolin’.

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I would have loved to tour this property before the cars were removed, as finds like these just aren’t heard of that much anymore – especially in my neck of the woods. While I want to believe it’s real, I wouldn’t put it past the very good and very fun-loving people at Goldie’s to tease us all with this monster score that is nothing but the stuff of dreams. Is it too good to be true, or will be kicking ourselves if we write this post off as a joke?
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[h=1]1960 Ford F350 With Some Modern Surprises![/h]

Todd Fitch
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Nobody buys a pickup truck with four-wheel-drive and dual rear wheels without good reason. Use cases for a 4WD “Dually” are few, and you wouldn’t buy one just because they look super-tough, unless it’s this 1960 Ford F350! Listed here on Boston, Massachusetts craigslist, the rugged-looking (originally RWD) Ford body rides atop a 1988 Ford Super Duty frame with a 7.3 L (444 cid) IDI (International Direct Injection) Diesel engine and other upgrades. For $7500 this unique ride can be yours to enjoy as-is or to finish however you like. Thanks to reader Peter R. for spotting this beastly classic pickup with a twist.

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The new owner may consider centering the rear fenders. Personally I might bend a strip of metal on each side and extend the fenders beyond the tires, but the overall engineering looks well-executed and may allow at least two inches of rear suspension travel. The monstrous 22.5 inch wheels wear new tires and offer enough ground-clearance to traverse a seated toddler unharmed, though I recommend a less spectacular demonstration.
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The appliance-like dashboard delivers useful information. A manually-shifted five-speed transmission delivers more flexibility and economy than the original Ford gearbox. Consider an aftermarket steering column a wise safety upgrade over this spear aimed at your neck.
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Mechanical parts for the ’88 truck chassis should be readily available, including performance upgrades if the IDI’s 185 HP and 338 lb-ft of torque don’t do the job (thanks to dieselhub.com for some details.) The vehicle features many new parts, and the most difficult engineering should be in the past. Are you tough enough for this blue brute?


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[h=1]Track Rat Project: 1976 Ford Capri[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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Few vehicles are more intriguing than a retired race car with no history. A car like this is a rolling testament to racing’s culture at the time it was built, from the preferred models to use as track toys to the modifications deemed advantageous for the era’s competition standards. This 1976 Ford Capri here on craigslist is such a vehicle, with tacked on flares and a lowered stance acting as testimony to its competition past.
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The Capri is listed for a mere $1,500, with no paperwork except for a pink slip. This example was absolutely someone’s track toy back in the day, as you don’t add box flares and period BBS / Mahle wheels by accident. Not to mention the fact that a Capri was an excellent choice for a cheap track weapon in the 1970s and 1980s, and I’d love to know what it’s got for suspension tweaks underneath.
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The interior is actually surprisingly stock considering the exterior modifications. Stock bucket seats in seemingly excellent condition, along with a factory dash with no obvious modifications are both surprising features in a car with such obvious sporting intentions. Perhaps it was used for autocross, which wouldn’t necessarily require a full interior gut if it’s a car you intended to use during the week for commuting purposes.

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Hard to tell what happened in the engine bay, as whatever motor was installed has been taken down to the block and seemingly left exposed to the elements. I went through this with my barn find 1980 BMW320/6 project, and the rust that built up along the cylinder walls left no question a proper rebuild was needed. This Capri is pretty cheap for a presumably rust-free California car and would look wicked with the cosmetics left as-is and a hotted up Cologne V6 under the hood.


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not sure how I missed this, but brings back memories
and would love to have it as a project.

 

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not sure how I missed this, but brings back memories
and would love to have it as a project.

Didn't your brother Hugh race one of these back in the day ?

 

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Didn't your brother Hugh race one of these back in the day ?

Yes a 1972, he like posted as pick here some where.
Not sure I have one the PC, but de does, if he's reading?

 

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[h=1]EXCLUSIVE: 1968 Ford Mustang GT S-Code Update[/h]

Josh Mortensen

Update – Joseph has decided to drop his asking price to $35k, so be sure to give this Mustang a closer look and contact him via the form below with any questions or offers!
It might not be a Shelby GT350, but I for one wouldn’t complain finding a Mustang like this one! Reader Joseph O. found this 1968 Mustang GT parked in a garage in Oregon, where it had been for the past 21 years. A previous owner had it repainted prior to it being parked, but other than that this car is all original! While the ’67-’68 Mustang looks like a basic cosmetic redesign of the earlier cars, Ford actually enlarged the car and there was one primary reason. And that reason was so that they could stuff a big block under the hood. This Fastback GT is one of 4k or so Mustangs to receive the 325 horsepower 390 S-Code V8 in ’68. Joseph has the car running, but it’s going to need the usual service and repairs to make it a driver. If you’d love to get this Pony back on the road, be sure to message Joseph via the form below. The car is currently located in Jacksonville, Oregon with 30k miles on the odometer and a $40k asking price.

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What Makes It Special? This is a 1968 Mustang GT with the S-Code high performance 390 4 bbl V8.

Body Condition: Nice all original straight body that has never been restored. It has been repainted but done years ago.
Mechanical Condition: The engine runs but the car has been sitting for 21 years and needs work. It’s going to need the typical things like brake work, etc.
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With 325 horsepower and 427 lbs.ft. of torque, the 390 offers almost as much performance as the more desirable 428 Cobra Jet, but costs considerably less to buy these days. $40,000 is no small sum of money, but we featured a ’67 S-Code Fastback a few days ago, which you can view here, and it’s already bid up to $43k. That car might be a black plate survivor that’s still in the barn, but Joseph’s car appears to be in similar condition and has been cleaned up so that you can actually see what you are buying. So, if you’ve been looking for a big block Fastback to fix up, this car is well worth a closer look! Be sure to contact Joseph or Charlene via the form below to schedule a time to look at it or to make an offer.

• Asking Price: $40,000
• Location: Jacksonville, Oregon
• Mileage: 30k
• Title Status: Clean
• VIN: 8r02S136733

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[h=1]Barn Fresh: 1967 Ford Mustang Coupe[/h]

Josh Mortensen
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One thing is for sure, this Canadian Mustang is right out of the barn! It’s a 6 cylinder car with rust issues, which is a bit of a bummer. With a $2,000 (Canadian dollars?) asking price, it might be worth picking up to restore or just as a parts donor for a more solid chassis. The seller doesn’t offer much in the way of information or details, but you can find it here on Kijiji in Oakbank, Manitoba. Special thanks to Pugsy for this tip!

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If you are going to get a 6 cylinder Mustang, 1967 is a good year to get. The 200 cui inline 6 became the base engine and the 3-speed saw a number of improvements. The body was also redesigned and was slightly larger overall. It’s still a great looking machine with the same styling as earlier cars, just with more space.
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It’s hard to tell just how bad the rust issues are between the dirt and angles of the photos. To really know for sure if this one is worth buying, you’ll want to take a look at it or have it inspected. It appears to be fairly complete so hopefully there are enough good bits left to be worth buying, even if it’s just as a parts car.
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Few cars are as iconic as the Mustang. Just about everyone of us has some type of story related to one of these cars. It’s not surprising given just how much fun they are to drive. This one might not be worth saving, but it’s definitely worth a look. If the seller is open to offers, you might be able to get it cheap enough to fix up or to part out. So, what do you think of this Pony? Is it worth saving?


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[h=1]Rolling Barn Find: 1968 Ford F100 Short Bed[/h]

Montana Danford
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This 1968 Ford F100 is said to be a real-deal barn find that was found after about 17 years of storage. Located in Wagoner, Oklahoma, the truck is a very desirable short bed which also happens to feature amazing patina. You can find this great truck for sale here on eBay with a current bid over $7,000. While that might seem like a premium for a truck like this, fifth generation Ford pickups have become very popular in the past decade. The aftermarket supports them well and their increasing value has drawn more people to the blue oval. Check out the rest of this amazing truck and let us know what you think.

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The bed on this truck is really clean! Apart from a few surface issues, there doesn’t appear to be any major dents or rust. These trucks were purpose-built to haul and do work and you’d be hard pressed to find any nicer original beds than this one. The seller can’t say enough about the condition of the truck. It sounds like it is very solid and has little (if any) rust or major issues.
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The interior photos are a little fuzzy, but overall, it looks in great condition. The seller says the weather stripping, door seals, felt and other small parts have been replaced. There are a couple of photos of the engine, which is a 1978 351 Windsor with a 4-speed. There has been a bunch of maintenance items done and it sounds like this truck is ready to cruise.
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This is a great looking truck and I’m sure the new owner will be very happy with it. With only a little time left in the auction, it will be interesting to see how high it goes. As mentioned before, this generation of Ford pickups are increasing in value almost daily and there doesn’t seem to be any end in sight. What do you think of this truck and would you own one?


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[h=1]2003 Ford Mustang Cobra SVT With Just 5.5 Miles![/h]

Josh Mortensen
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Sitting in Reader Douglas S’s garage is one of the coolest ultra-low mileage finds I think I’ve ever seen! And it isn’t just that this car has covered 5.5 miles, that it’s a supercharged Mustang Cobra SVT Convertible or the fact that it’s was never prepped by the dealer. No, it’s the fact that Douglas’s dad purchased this Cobra brand new after seeing the soon to be released Terminator Series Cobra at the 2002 Chicago Auto Show. He traded his daily driver 1999 Mustang Cobra in for it at Jacky Jones Ford in August of 2002 with the plans of driving it, but after trailering it home, he decided it would be a good car to put away and not drive.

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Fast forward 16 years and this Mustang is still parked, but it now belongs to Douglas. He was able to buy the car from his dad and he plans on holding onto it. It currently shares the garage with a 2008 Shelby GT500 that has just 5.3 miles on it, more on that car later, so he figures it’s in good company and might as well stay parked.
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It’s easy to see why Douglas’s dad wanted this Mustang. His 1999 Mustang Cobra was equipped with the 4.6 liter V8 which was rated at an impressive 320 horsepower and 317 lb-ft of torque, but he felt it needed more power. Well, the supercharged 4.6 V8 in this “Terminator” series Cobra churns out 390 horsepower and 390 lb-ft of torque. To handle the additional power, Ford revamped the engine, with a cast iron block and heavier duty components. With the Eaton supercharger pushing 8 psi of boost into the engine, it allowed a 0 0-6o time of 4.5 seconds and a 153 mph top speed!
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His dad also happened to know someone at Ford and was able to get some extra paperwork that didn’t typically ship with these cars. Douglas sent a few photos of some of this paperwork, which appears to include the inspection forms. Having all of this paperwork is great, but what’s truly incredible is the story. The fact that his dad bought it new makes this such a special car for Douglas to own. These cars are worth a decent chunk of money these days, but it sounds like this car is priceless to Douglas and his family. I hope he is able to pass it on to the next generation!
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Honestly, I don’t know how you have the will power to purchase a car like this new and not drive it. I wouldn’t be able to do it if it were sitting in my barn or garage! So props to him and his dad for having so much self-control. We will be running a story on that Shelby soon, so hopefully, we can learn a bit more about both of them and their passion for special edition Mustangs! I want to thank Douglas for sharing this Mustang with us.
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If you have a cool car story, I’d love to write about it! You can email me at [email protected] with your story and photos.


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[h=1]1969 Mustang: Original Q-Code 428CJ Four-Speed[/h]

Todd Fitch
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The iconic Mustang… the very reason we call stylish 2+2 coupes with a long hood and short tail “Pony Cars.” Many drivers keep their Mustangs for decades even if they never dirty a hand in maintenance. This 1969 Mustang in Yorba Linda, California left the San Jose, California factory with the mighty Q-code four-barrel 428 cid (7.0 L) Cobra Jet V8 and a close-ratio four-speed manual gearbox. Today it’s powered by a tired-looking 302 cid (5.0 L) with automatic. The listing here on eBay has garnered over a dozen bids and a market price north of $7700.

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Before discarding the NOM (Non-Original Motor), the new owner could consider replacing safety-related and minimum mechanical elements and enjoying it as-is before embarking an a high-dollar restoration. I’d rather see the car visit some public events in “before” condition that being closed up for two years then rolling out factory-fresh.
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While red and black strikes a classic look, the Marti report tells us this one came in striking Champagne Gold. This claimed lifetime Californian should be dry and mostly rust-free as advertised.
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The Mach 1 package includes a number of upgrades detailed in this original brochure. Nearly everything for these cars can be ordered up, and Mustangs rank high on the list of easy-to-resell classics. Plenty of buyers dream of owning a Mustang and only pull the trigger on buying one later in life. It will be exciting to see what happens to this one, and we hope the owner posts an update in the comments below. How would you treat this once-powerful pony?


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[h=1]Nicest On The Planet? 1989 Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe[/h]

Jeff Lavery
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The Ford Thunderbird Super Coupe remains on my bucket list of cars to own, and I would be content with either the turbocharged version from the mid- to late-80s or the supercharger-equipped models of this generation. The only deviation I’d make from an example as pretty as this one here on eBay is to find one of the elusive cars equipped with three pedals, but this one is otherwise tough to beat.
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With just under 30k original miles, the seller believes this could be the nicest Super Coupes still on the planet. I personally don’t care for the aftermarket wheels, but that’s an easy reversal back to stock, as those OEM “slicer”-style wheels were just so damn pretty. This Thunderbird sports silver paint with a gray cloth interior, which falls short of what I perceive as the ideal color combo of red on black. Still, with no rust or body damage of any kind, this Super Coupe is also super clean.
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That continues to the interior, with clean cloth bucket seats and unmarked door panels. The dash remains in nice shape as well, and thankfully from an era where they had less tendency to crack over time. The SC-specific steering wheel remains in place, and still one of the prettier OEM steering wheels I can remember. The seller notes that despite living in Ohio, there’s no indication underneath that it lived anywhere near snow.

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The supercharged V6 has been massaged slightly, and the aftermarket work includes an upgraded supercharger with overdrive pulley; an upgraded cam, cold air intake, roller rockers, and a set of custom headers to round it out. There’s also a shift kit to snap off firmer shifts via the four-speed automatic. Overall, there’s little to fault here, and I’d simply throw on the stock wheels to preserve a somewhat sleeper-ish appearance. Could this really be the nicest Thunderbird SC on the planet?


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