Barn Finds

[h=1]Potential: 1969 Oldsmobile 442[/h]
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Could this be a low mileage real 442, complete and original? It’s an automatic, but it is an A/C car. There’s no way to be sure if this is a real 442 without looking at the data plate, although some of you might see something in the pictures that shows it’s a clone. 1969 was the year before Olds put 455 CID engines in all the 442s so this 1969 listed on craigslist has the 400 with 290 HP and a 3 speed automatic. It’s mostly original, including the wheels, and complete except for the headliner and back window shelf. They don’t say how long it’s been sitting. They do say the engine needs rebuilding.



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They say the upholstery is decent. Selective photography makes the seats look pretty good from here, but it appears there is a big chunk of foam showing in the bolster of the driver’s seat.

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They say there are “two small rust areas in trunk”. That’s a of daylight in just the one area and the frame looks rather rusty. This makes one wonder about the rest of the description.

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Could there really be a four barrel under that air cleaner? Is the engine a 400? The AC lines are there but I don’t see a compressor or the new alternator mentioned in the ad.

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This could be a really promising project if it’s for real. The bottom of the quarters don’t look too good. This is one of those ads you would like to believe, but what chance is there that’s it’s really an original low mileage matching numbers 442 with minimal rust? If so, how much is it worth? I really look forward to seeing the comments on this one.

Tags: American / Muscle Cars / Oldsmobile

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[h=1]Found in Paris: 1973 Oldsmobile 442[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/s-l1600-12-2-e1463405226342-630x406.jpg
….SaintParis, Ohio, that is. Although it would be quite a find to spot a ’73 Oldsmobile 442 like this one here on eBay near the Eiffel Tower, it’s much more appropriate that this big-bodied Olds is hiding out in Middle America. It’s been there a while, long after the seller realized he was never going to get around to restoring his father’s car. Despite the memories associated with learning to drive on this 442, he’s letting it go with a Buy-It-Now of $4,250.

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Based on the flatness of the tires, I don’t doubt the seller’s claim that it has sat idle for 15 years. There’s lots of worrisome spots in the paint that appear to be hiding rust. At the very least, I’d say the repaint it received isn’t holding up too well, but at least the factory 442 graphics were re-applied. The sad thing is, that’s essentially what the 442 had become by this point: a cosmetics package, with a sprinkling of actual performance enhancements primarily limited to the HD suspension and sway bars front and rear.
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The seller assumes that you’ll need to perform a total mechanical overhaul, and I can’t say that I doubt him. In the 70’s, a Cutlass coupe with the 442 package was entering an era where cars were becoming heavier and performance was becoming lighter, with engine choices limited to the 250 six-cylinder and 350/455 eight-cylinder options. Based on the VIN, this 442 came with the 350-4bbl V8 pushing out an anemic 180 b.h.p. I’d say it’s a prime candidate for an engine swap if the motor turns out to be junk.
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While certainly not the most desirable Oldsmobile out there, I do like the idea of one done up as sort of an oddball Pro Touring-style restomod. The 442 package does give it some desirability as being a touch more special than your run-of-the-mill Cutlass, but I still think the price is too high for the unknowns. Although not pictured here, the interior is quite rough, so you’re going to have to be committed if you want to tackle an OEM-correct restoration. How would you rebuild it – as a mild custom or factory original?

Tags: American / Muscle Cars / Oldsmobile / Projects

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[h=1]Barn Flood: 1978 Camaro[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1978-Camaro-Barn-Find-630x354.jpg
This ’78 Camaro probably isn’t the most desirable year, but these cars have been gaining interest and just look at its stablemates! While the Camaro looks like a decent buy, I’m curious to know the story behind the rest of the cars. As of right now, this is the only car the seller has listed, but hopefully they will be listing the rest of the finds soon. If you’d like to give this T-top equipped Camaro a good home, you can find it here on eBay in Freehold, New Jersey with a current bid of just $760 and no reserve! Why so cheap you might ask? More on that later.


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If this car doesn’t get bid up much more, it could be a good buy, even just as a parts car. As I stated earlier, this generation of Camaros isn’t the most sought after, but for the money they are fun cars. At this price, you could afford to put some money into it to make it a nice driver. Of course that’s assuming you can get it running and it isn’t completely rusted out.
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While emissions really took its toll on the 350’s horsepower by the time this one was built, it’s still a good old American V8! It appears someone already bolted on a 4 barrel carb and intake manifold to recover some of the power. The engine is said to have run when the car was parked in the barn.
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The interior is pretty beat up, but is complete. The dash cap even looks to be in great shape. I have a feeling though that this interior is going to have to be gutted out and thoroughly cleaned before going back together. Why? Well sadly this car sat in water a few years back when the small stream next to the barn flooded. All of the cars sat in 2 to 3 feet of water for several hours. That’s just enough water for just long enough to do some serious damage.
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Looking at this car, I’m amazed it isn’t completely rusted out. The seller has listed it as a parts car, but they do have a clear title for it. With any luck it will be solid enough to save. It won’t be a simple task to get it back on the road, as I’m sure water took its toll on the wiring, plumbing and just about every other part of the car. I’ve seen flood damage cars put back on the road before with minimal work though, so perhaps the next owner will get luck with this one. What do you think, is it even worth the work?

Tags: American / Camaro / Chevrolet

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[h=1]The Rare Spec: ’78 Chrysler LeBaron 4-Speed[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/lebaron2-e1463173831606-630x403.jpg
There is a good chance the seller’s effusiveness for this 1978 Chrysler Lebaron here on eBay is justified: it’s equipped with a 4-speed manual, and I can’t remember ever seeing one with three pedals. Not only that, it’s got the T-top roof and rich, Corinthian leather spread across the interior, so let’s be frank: it has the best of everything! Oddly enough, it’s being sold by an Acura dealer that seems to have somewhat of a reputation for selling old muscle cars. The Buy-It-Now is $35,000 for this oddball, but the seller seems to indicate they’ll let it go for less.

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The whole scene inside the car is practically jarring: who would expect to see a humongous shifter sticking out of the console in what was otherwise the epitome of a 70’s personal luxury coupe? I would love to have been a fly on the wall of the original selling dealership that had to bend their brains around the fact that some blue-haired customer wanted their LeBaron outfitted with a manual transmission. Factor in the crank windows and this thing is practically a factory lightweight!
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Of course, it’s not that light with those sofa-like rear seats. You could make the argument this LeBaron combines the best of everything: the luxury box is checked with that funkalicious interior; the style box is checked with those factory alloy wheels and removable roof panels; and obviously, the sporting box is checked with that 318 V8 and manual combo. Don’t get me wrong: a Boss Mustang it is not. But it absolutely is a fascinating footnote of the personal luxury coupe era.
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The surroundings that this LeBaron occupies are indeed odd, given the seller specializes in new Acura sales. However, it seems like selling muscular Mopars is a side business of his, and he claims all the major systems are functioning as intended on this oddly-equipped land yacht. The seller says, “Obviously just kidding “after mentioning the Buy-It-Now price; the question is, how much is this rare bird really worth? I think if I were a Mopar collector, I’d probably pay too much just for the guaranteed wow factor at shows.


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[h=1]Texas Dust: 1966 Ford Mustang[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/mustang1-e1463173953762-630x408.jpg
Does it get any better than rolling up a storage unit door and seeing a dusty vintage car sitting behind it? I don’t think so, and that’s exactly what we appear to have with this 1966 Ford Mustang coupe here on eBay. The seller claims it remains highly original, but engine’s head was removed at some point and it’s not currently running. There’s no reserve on the auction and the car itself looks quite dry.

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There’s no telling how long this Mustang has been locked up. While that dust may make its stay look lengthy, the car also hasn’t deteriorated like one that hasn’t been touched for 30 years. With the head removed, it reminds me of my own project car where the previous owner tore it down to the block for an engine rebuild but never finished the project. That’s why the engine is currently at a machine shop and I’m pricing out custom pistons!
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The sale will also include two C4 transmissions, which makes you wonder if this Mustang was having shifting problems before it was retired. The wording is curious on this listing: it has been garaged for 14 years, and there are some photos which clearly show the vintage hardtop in its existing setting. What I’m wondering is if the dusty discovery is how the seller found it 14 years ago, and it’s now been sitting in his garage ever since.
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Nice stablemate for this pretty blue pony. The seller says it is now in an easily-accessible storage locker for pickup, which only confuses me further as to the vehicle’s current state. Regardless, every photo shows a largely complete car that will need an undetermined amount of engine work to get back on the road. Still, if it’s rust-free and otherwise original, it could be worth a gamble even with the unknown engine and transmission health – at $5,000 or less, this seems like a bargain for a fun summer project. What do you think?

Tags: American / Ford / Projects

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[h=1]26,000 Mile Survivor: 1988 Merkur XR4TI[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/merkur1-e1463174085456-630x386.jpg
At first, I thought this gorgeous, low-mileage Merkur XR4TI here on eBay was going to be a major disappointment: the listing said it was an automatic. But when you spot three pedals on the floor, it’s hard to deny the possibility that the seller got a critical detail incorrect. Fortunately, this 26,773 mile example does have a 5-speed transmission and it needs a new home before the current owner lets it deteriorate into project status any further.

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Am I being a little harsh? Perhaps. But in this picture, the missing interior trim by the door handle, loose-hanging wires and the aftermarket steering wheel just seem a bit out of place in a car that should otherwise be a preserved specimen – especially since it’s been in the current owner’s care for 13 years. Maybe he just got bored and wanted to start “fiddling” with his project car. I get it: when a project starts to become boring, it’s inevitable that you begin looking for things to fix or tweak. Fortunately, bodywork won’t be one of them as the car looks rust-free.
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The seller has upgraded the transmission to a Ford T5 unit, but otherwise, it looks like the mechanical bits remain stock. The manual is important for many reasons, not the least of which is due to having more horsepower on tap than the automatic: 175 b.h.p. versus 145 b.h.p. This engine was also shared with other turbocharged models in Ford’s U.S. lineup, including the Mustang SVO and Thunderbird Turbo Coupe. Despite the low mileage, a thorough recounting of any maintenance history would be appreciated since these aren’t the cheapest cars to maintain.
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These later cars had the smaller rear wing, a departure from the unique biplane design that came on the earlier cars. Personally, I like the bigger wing better, but that’s not a hard modification to make. There’s no reserve on this car, which is a surprise considering the low mileage and mostly stock condition. The vehicle cosmetics seems to affirm the seller has looked after the car, but you’ll still want to budget accordingly for the upkeep. Which boosted Ford product would you rather drive – the Merkur, SVO or Thunderbird?

Tags: American / Ford / German / Merkur / Survivors

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[h=1]Garage Find Buick: 1969 Riviera[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/r1-3-e1463286018897-630x421.jpg
Here’s the classic garage find! After having been stored in a garage for 12 years post being painted, this Riviera is ready for a new owner–or at least it’s seller thinks so! It’s located in Hardy, Arkansas and is up for sale here on eBay, where the starting bid is $3,500 and there’s no reserve.

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It’s really hard to tell the quality of the paint from these pictures, but since the seller says that the car “doesn’t have a lot of rust” I’m got concerns about the condition of the body that could only be answered by personal inspection or a lot more pictures.
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The dust from a real barn or garage find tends to obscure the real condition of the car. I’m sure many folks (and I’ve done this a few times) get so excited over finding a car like this, that’s been out of circulation for so long, that they overlook the issues that almost inevitably result from long storage.
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The seller states that the interior is “fair”. Hmmmm. That’s not what I call fair, although it’s possible that the dash is pretty nice. I can’t tell from the poor pictures, but I am pretty sure that the seats, carpet and possibly steering wheel are going to need replacement. That won’t be inexpensive; the seat upholstery alone is $570 here, and the carpet is another $169 here.
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Under the hood is looking a little tired. I’m guessing that’s the brackets that would normally hold an air conditioning compressor are there on the left, and the rest of the underhood items look pretty tired. The seller tells us that the car needs some brake work and that the fuel pump wire needs repair. They also state in the ad that the vacuum-actuated headlights are an issue as well, and that the exhaust is leaking at the donut gaskets. Overall, this looks like a car that needs some TLC, but the real measure of whether it’s worth it or not is the condition of the body. If I were interested in this one, I’d be asking the seller for some closeup pictures. How do you evaluate a real garage or barn find from a distance, or are you just dead set against purchasing a car from a long way away? I’ve purchased three cars from a distance; one I flew out to evaluate first, the other two I took the sellers’ words after looking closely at a lot of pictures. All three times I’m happy to say my sellers were telling the truth and all three deals were excellent from my point of view. I’d love to hear about your experiences, both pro and con. I’m sure there are lots of lurkers out there that are wondering what it would take to make sure a buying experience was a good one.

Tags: American / Buick / Project

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[h=1]‘Riginal Red Rocket: 1965 Oldsmobile 4-4-2[/h]
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According to the seller this car is “100% original.” This 1965 Oldsmobile 4-4-2 is on eBay with a current bid of $10,544 and a Buy It Now price of $28,000. It’s located in Key West, Florida so you’re going to want to pick this one up and drive it home yourself. This car even has AC!



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What a beautiful car! I’m wondering about the paint being “100% original”, it looks like this portion isn’t exactly factory original, but I could be wrong. The seam on the LR quarter there looks like it’s been repainted to me. Do any of you have any thoughts on that from your experience with these cars?

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The 4-4-2’s first year of production was 1964 and 1965 was the first year that an automatic transmission was available as an option, as was the 4-speed manual. The 3-speed manual was the standard transmission, no pun intended, for the 442 starting in 1965. This car has the automatic option, unfortunately, or fortunately; depending on whether you’re someone who prefers to shift for yourself or not, or can shift for yourself. We all know that some folks have trouble with knees or hips and can’t work a clutch pedal anymore and that’s where automatics come in handy.

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Can this driver’s seat be original, it looks absolutely perfect! This car has 81,615 miles on it, I would expect at least some wrinkling there. I know that I have some wrinkling and I have fewer miles than this car does.

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This is Oldsmobile’s 6.6L 400 cubic inch V8 with 345 hp. With this engine, Oldsmobile switched the definition of 4-4-2 from meaning “4-barrel, 4-speed, dual exhaust”, to “400 ci, 4-barrel, and dual exhaust.” This car has the optional “Jetaway” automatic transmission. The 0-60 time for an automatic version of this car was about 7.8 seconds, about two seconds slower than a 4-speed car. This looks like a very, very nice car, whether it’s 100% original or not. What are your thoughts: could this car be all original as the seller mentions?

Tags: American / Oldsmobile / Survivors

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[h=1]Garage Kept: 1967 Camaro[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1967-Camaro-630x420.jpg
The seller of this ’67 Camaro doesn’t offer much information in their ad here on eBay about their car. At first they state that it’s an RS, but then retract that later on in their listing and state that it’s just a base ’67. It currently has a 350 V8, which is nice to have, but isn’t original to the car. Looking at the VIN, this car left the factory with a six cylinder and not a V8. This is one of those finds that doing some research before you bid will definitely pay off, especially with bidding already to $7,500.


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It is a very solid car throughout, which could explain the bidding. It has bucket seats and a center console, which is a nice feature to have. The inside would benefit from a good cleaning, some new seat covers and carpets. Overall though, it looks usable as is.
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The 350 looks great sitting in the engine bay, but I have my reservations about swapping a 350 into a car that meant to have a 6 cylinder. It’s not that it can’t or shouldn’t be done, I just would want to make sure it was done properly and has already had the brakes, transmission, and rear end from a V8 car installed. The 250 inline 6 isn’t a lightweight by any means, but it isn’t nearly as heavy or powerful as a 350, so you will want all the right parts installed to make sure it is safe and fun to drive!
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I really wish the seller would have provided more information about this car. I don’t think they intend to be deceitful, they just left out a lot of important details. This car has great bones and whether you keep the 350 or install a correct 6 cylinder, it would be fun to have! These first year Camaros are quite desirable, so I think this one is worth saving. So would you leave the 350, making sure everything was done correctly of course, or would you find a 250 for it?

Tags: American / Camaro / Chevrolet

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[h=1]Barn Find Story: 1970 Chevelle SS396 L78[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1970-Chevelle-Barn-Find-from-Hot-Rod-0130-e1463413856638-630x376.jpg
It’s safe to say that many of the folks who read Barn Finds regularly dream of finding their own hidden away, extremely special car.


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Here is a story of one such car, that originally ran in Hot Rod Magazine and now can be found on Automobile Magazine online here.
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Patrick Nichols is a car-geek, for sure, and has a longstanding and deep interest in Chevy performance cars. He saw a picture of the featured car on a Facebook post, showing it in a storage lot in California.
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One photo he saw caught his attention and made him think this car might be a real, original L78 solid lifter 396 SS.
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What got his attention was a single interior photo showing the high-redline (6,500 rpm instead of 5,500 rpm) tach, a sign that the car was equipped with a high performance version of the 396 cid engine.
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He flew out to California from Tennessee, verified the details on the car (this guy plainly knows his Chevelles) – it’s got an M-21 four speed tranny too – and bought it on the spot.
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After he got the car home, he found the build sheet, which further verified what he’d gone so far to find.
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At least according to the story, Mr. Nichols has decided to keep the car in as-found condition.
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Some of you may feel this car deserves to be driven, and not just displayed as a piece of muscle car history. What do you think about this car and what would you do with it if you were the lucky owner?
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Do any of you have similar finds to tell us about? If so, we want to hear about it!

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Stories / Survivors

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My first car was same body style as this , a 75 Plymouth Valiant.
[h=1]1973 Dodge Dart: HEMI Swap Candidate?[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1973-Dodge-Dart-630x394.jpg
This Dodge Dart is claimed to be a “completely stock granny car”. That doesn’t sound very exciting, does it? Inline-six, bench seat, three-on-the-tree – not exactly words that invoke much passion. Still, this economical driver was well-cared for by its female owner and it shows. The seller does purpose the possibility of using it for a HEMI swap and that would definitely spice things up! But, do you think that is the best use for this Swinger survivor? It’s located in Burbank, California and is listed here on craigslist for $5,000.


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A few seams have split and the carpet could use a cleaning, but things don’t look too bad in here. If you have ever ridden on an old Dodge bench seat then you know that it isn’t exactly sporting in there. It’s fine for cruising, grocery getting, and a few passes at the local drag strip though…
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The 225 inline-six isn’t a bad engine, but it isn’t exactly going to light up the rear tires. This car is a conundrum. It’s nice enough that you could just leave it as-is, but it’s not very exciting in stock form. It’s not a super valuable car either so that is not going to make the decision any easier. The choice will ultimately be up to the next owner, but what route do you think you’d take?

Tags: American / Dodge / Survivors

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I like these old Beatles. My Dad owned 8 from 56 to his last , a dark Blue 73 Super Beatle.
[h=1]56 Mile 1974 Volkswagen Beetle![/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1974-VW-Beetle-630x355.jpg
That’s right, this Bug has just 56 miles on the clock, well 90 kilometers to be more exact. For a car that was built to be affordable transportation, that’s pretty incredible. What’s even more amazing are the cars it’s sharing this garage with! Who would have ever thought a VW Beetle could be desirable enough to be housed with Ferraris and other exotic supercars? This thing really is a time-capsule from 1974! If you’d like to make this ultra low mileage Bug yours, be sure to attend Silverstone Auctions’s The Classic Race Aarhus Auction on May 28th in Aarhus Denmark for your chance to bid on it.


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So how does a cheap little Beetle only see 56 miles? Well that one is pretty simple actually. The original owner was an elder gentleman who in his advanced age just couldn’t make the walk to church anymore. So he reluctantly bought his first car, this ’74 Beetle. He only drove it the few miles to church each Sunday, but he eventually couldn’t even make the drive anymore. The car got parked in his barn in ’78 and that’s where it has stayed.
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After being discovered in the barn, it was cleaned up, tuned up and given a coat of Waxoyl to keep it from rusting. It really is in amazing shape throughout and looks like a brand new Beetle. It’s currently sitting on its original tires and even has the original oil in the engine. I’d probably want to change both, especially if you are going to actually drive it.
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Can you imagine finding a barn find with such low mileage? But if you did find something like this, what do you do with it? It’s value is in the low mileage state, so would you drive it? Special thanks to our friends over at BoldRide for this tip!

Tags: German / Survivors / Volkswagen

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[h=1]Best Offer: 1963 Corvette Split Window[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1963-Corvette-Split-Window-630x354.jpg
Split window Corvettes really are quite desirable, add in the fact that this one has just 90k miles on the dial and a 4 speed, and it seems like it might be worth taking a closer look at! The seller doesn’t have a price set and instead is taking offers. If you’ve been on the hunt to find a split window coupe to park in your garage, you better act fast before this one gets away. Find it here on craigslist in Chicago, Illinois. Special thanks to Danial S for this amazing tip!


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The doesn’t give us much to go on in their ad. They state that it’s been in storage since 1977 and has just about every option you could want on a Corvette, including the original 327, a 4 speed, air conditioner and power everything. I have a feeling if this is legitimate, this car will go fast! So will you be making an offer on this Vette?

Tags: American / Chevrolet / Corvette / Survivors

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[h=1]1+1 Owner(s): 1967 Ford Mustang[/h]
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Resplendent in metallic green with a black vinyl top, this 1967 Mustang is said to have only 40,302 miles. It’s currently in the possession of the kinda second owner. They haven’t transferred the title into their name, so in their eyes you can still be the “second” owner. The Mustang is currently located in Traverse City, Michigan and is being sold here on eBay where a buy-it-now is set at $16,000 but other offers are being considered.


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I’m a fan of 1967 Mustangs, having grown up with two of them in the family. I’m surprised to see the vinyl top and original paint as nice as they are, and the seller has included closeups of the potential trouble spots of the top and there’s no rust that I can see at all. The paint has been touched up in spots and it looks like the passenger side trim rings and wheels need a little help. However, it’s apparent that the car’s 30+ years of storage haven’t done a lot of harm.

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While this isn’t a Shelby or other rare Mustang variant, there can’t be many left with this low original mileage. I’m guessing the car wasn’t used during the road salting months as my mom’s 1967 was starting to rust in the rocker panels after only two Ohio winters.

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The ad states that the headliner has a few small holes and a little fading in the carpet. It sure looks nice to me, though.

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Under the hood, we find a small block Ford V8, in this case the 289 version. The seller did some fuel system cleaning and I’m betting that nice distributor cap and wires are new as well. They have driven it around the neighborhood and the car has brakes, but they could be better. While this may seem like a lot to pay for a 1967 Mustang, tell me the last time you’ve found a nice original one like this! On the other hand, would you consider yourself the second or third owner?

Tags: American / Ford / Mustang / Survivors

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[h=1]Long Lost Top Dog: 1997 CITGO Car[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1997-CITGO-NASCAR-630x420.jpg
Are you a NASCAR fan? If so, you’ll likely recognize the name Michael Waltrip for his surprise victory at the Winston Cup in 1996. For those of us who don’t know the story, he started out in last place yet took the lead in the final nine laps and took the checkered flag. He had high hopes for the 1997 season and so did his sponsor CITGO. This car wore dalmatian spots as a tie into their current ad campaign and to show that it was the top dog. At the end of the season it had all of it’s value pieces removed and the body was put on display at a sports bar. In 2005 it went to a museum and was on display for a short time. It eventually went into storage, but has recently been dug out and is up for grabs here on eBay in Fort Wayne, Indiana.


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Calling this a car really isn’t accurate at this point, it’s more of a display piece seeing even the chassis is long gone. Sadly, it doesn’t even roll and is sitting on a framework of tubing. You couldn’t even sit in it and pretend your racing in the Winston Cup as it sits. For any serious NASCAR fan though, it sure would be a great conversation and show piece!
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I always wonder what happens to old NASCAR race cars at the end of the season. Obviously most of the cars have their valuable pieces stripped off to be reused or sold. I’m amazed there aren’t actually more old shells out there, but I guess this is a big item to have on display in your house. It makes sense that something like this would end up in a sports bar or a restaurant.
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If I were in the market for something like this, I would be tempted to sit this body on a stretched and widened golf kart chassis. That way I could at least take it for spins around the neighborhood! So what would you do with this top dog? And do you any of you remember seeing Waltrip zooming by in this car? Special thanks to our friends over at BoldRide for this tip!

Tags: American / Race Cars

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[h=1]C-Sharp: 1968 International Harvester C-1200 4X4[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/051616-Barn-Finds-1968-International-1200-pickup-1-630x301.jpg
What a nice truck! This 1968 International-Harvester C-1200 4X4 pickup is on eBay in Vancouver, Washington. The current bid is just a touch over $1,500 but the reserve isn’t met yet. I wonder what this rugged beauty will sell for? Thanks to Jim S. for sending in this tip!


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1968 was the last year for the C-Series pickups for International-Harvester. A new suspension and chassis meant that the body could be mounted 4 inches lower which gave a more car-like ride, but that also meant that the transmission tunnel was a little higher. As you can see, the floors look great and the seller took the photos without the new “ACC carpet kit” which they are having professionally installed.
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The truck has been stored under a car port when not in use but even with that, the sun has still faded the paint on the hood and the tops of the fenders. But, believe it or not, the paint is all original. The box looks fantastic and this truck was bought to haul an Avion pickup camper so the box has been covered up for a portion of its life. That must have been a heck of a high-load with this 4X4 hauling a big pickup camper!
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The seller has had the seat recovered with original fabric from SMS Auto Fabrics, which “came off the factory rolls! This is not reproduction garbage, it’s the real stuff and it shows.” The interior looks great, and those have to be replacement pedal covers; there’s no way that a truck with 76,000 miles would have such perfectly-preserved rubber. There aren’t any photos of it with the new carpet installed but that would be nice to see; at least we know that the floors are perfect. This truck also has power steering and brakes and a “T-36 five speed transmission.”
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There has definitely been some dress-up work done here, and the seller mentions that there’s been a full tune-up and the seller “chose to have a brand new heater core made rather than have the old one rebuilt ($400.00 ). This heater can roast hot dogs.” This is an IH 345 V8 with almost 200 hp. I’d want a bit more power for lugging a heavy camper around, especially with the 4X4 system possibly draining a bit of power, too. What a great-looking truck! I would not do one thing to this monster, I’d just maintain it and drive it as is. How about you, would you restore this IH?

Tags: American / International Harvester / Survivors / Trucks

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[h=1]43k Mile 1967 Mustang Fastback[/h]
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I know when it comes to classic Mustangs, most of us are looking for V8 cars. Specifically fastbacks with the high performance V8s. However, if you can live with an inline 6, there are still a ton of great deals out there for classic Mustangs. Take this ’67 Fastback with just 43k miles on the clock. It looks to be in fantastic shape inside and out. Yes, bidding is already up to $26,700 with the reserve unmet, which might seem high for a non-V8 car, but a K code fastback in this kind of condition would easily set you back $50,000. If this seller lets it go anywhere near the current bid, it’s a great deal for a fantastic car. Find it here on eBay in Somerset, Indiana.



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The seller claims it is all original, right down to the Pebble Beige paint. It even still has old bias ply tires, which should probably be updated before driving it much. Apparently it runs and drives well, the seller thinks you could drive it cross country with nothing more than a new set of tires. I’m not sure I would attempt that without going through the brakes and looking everything else over carefully.

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I’m sure there a plenty of people out there that would stuff a V8 under this ponies hood, but I truly hope the next owner decides to leave the 200 I6 alone. I know V8s are fun, but these 200s are really great engines with tons of potential waiting to be let out. With just a little work, this pony could be surprisingly quick! So do you see this one being left original or will it get the Eleanor treatment?

Tags: Ford / Mustang / Survivors

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Hey ! , Does that thing have a Hemi ? It does , paired with a 4 Speed !

[h=1]Hemi Muscle Wagon: 1964 Plymouth Belvedere[/h] image: http://barnfinds.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/1964-Plymouth-Belvedere-630x355.jpg
It’s not a barn find. It’s not even original, but this 1964 Plymouth Belvedere deserves to be on this page! We have featured a few station wagons recently that we thought would make good bases for big power conversions. Well, the dirty work has already been done here so why not just enjoy it? This wagon started life as a beige family hauler, but has been turned into a fire-breathing monster. There’s a Hemi under the hood and a four five on the floor! It’s located in North York, Ontario, Canada and is listed here on eBay where bidding started at $200.


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There’s the 426 Hemi that was installed by the last owner. It was built by Dave Mann and puts out some serious power. Apparently, it was dynoed a year or so ago and was generating over 500 wheel horsepower! It would cost you some serious money to build an engine like that today, so it will be interesting to see what this eventually sells for. Some guys will probably want this wagon just for the engine, but I’d want to keep it all together. There are Hemi-powered Challengers and ‘Cudas everywhere, but when was the last time you saw a Belvedere station wagon with that iconic big block?
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The exterior and interior were all restored when the conversion was performed and the work all looks topnotch. I wouldn’t change a thing in here. Well, I’d probably lose that cup holder and maybe install a more vintage looking tach, but that’s about it. Notice the shift pattern. The builder originally stuck a 4-speed Muncie in there, but quickly grenaded that while doing a crazy wheel standing launch at the drag strip. After that, they installed a TKO 600 5-speed. That must of held up a little better because the current owner has performed a few 5k clutch drops themselves.
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The Torq Thrust rims look great here and an extra pair are included complete with drag slicks mounted. This could be a fun car to drive to the drag strip, run a few very quick passes, and then grab some groceries on the way home. The mix of brute power, utility, and subtle good looks make this one of the most impressive muscle wagon builds I’ve ever seen. What do you guys think – could this be the ultimate kid hauler?


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May 20, 2016 / By Josh / 7 Comments
[h=1]Steve A’s 1971 AMC AMX 401[/h]
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From Steve A – This is how I found my AMX in PA. back in 2012 in a guys garage. He put it on craigslist and I was searching right after he posted it. I called him and said I’m sending the money and not to sell it. His story was that he bought the car in 1991 off a car lot as is. The color had been changed from wild plum to a 72 color called Sparkling Burgandy. Whomever painted the car blacked out the door jams trunk and hood. The best I can figure is they ordered the wrong color and just went with it rather than pay for new paint, who knows.



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Anyway he blew the motor in 1995 then parked it. It wasn’t started till I got it home in Illinois. There was no battery in it so I threw one in and changed the fluids. To my joy it fired right up but smoked really bad. I drove it and it had plenty of power but something was really wrong. It made a terrible screeching noise but that I tracked down to a water pump.

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I pulled the heads off and found that the number 1 piston had a dime size hole in it. I then proceeded to call all of my vendor friends that I have known over the yrs and found a set of NOS Pistons still in the boxes. I tried to buy just one but he said they’ve been sitting on my shelf since 1972 and you have to by all of them. I got a good deal though, and those were probably the last complete set known to man. I still have the other 7.

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When I pulled the engine the inside was pristine as a car with 39,000 miles on it should. I put it back together and here we are today with now around 42,000 miles. I cleaned up the engine bay by spraying degreaser and awesome on it and the black paint melted away. I painted and detailed the engine and started fixing odds and ends and gathering parts. I have owned 4 of these cars, so I had a stash of parts.

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The first I owned was a 401 automatic car with a/c and mustard yellow color in high school, first car. This one is a T-10 Hurst shifted 401, both Go Pack cars.

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I am now at a quandary on which way I should go with paint. Back to Wild Plum or keep it Sparkling Rose? This rose has really grown on me. Yeah it needs some work but what old car doesn’t. There were only 2,054 Javelin/AMX made in 1971 and out of those only 748 401’s.

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Thanks to Chrysler dumping all of the production records when they bought AMC in 1987 no one knows how many were 4-speed 401’s, some guess 150. At last count from varied sources there are only 30 left, so this is a very rare car.






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[h=1]4 Original Miles! 1978 Corvette Silver Anniversary[/h]
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While we have covered a fair number of low mileage Corvettes over the years, this 1978 Silver Anniversary edition here on eBay is tough to beat. With only 4.1 original miles, it’s a new car. Quite literally, it went from the showroom to the first owner’s garage and – literally! – did not move again until just recently. It was never dealer prepped, and the engine was fogged before settling down for a multi-decade nap. Bidding is fast and furious, currently over $85,000 with more than eight days left on the auction. This untouched Vette is located in Georgia, and thanks goes to Drew V for alerting us to the sale!


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The first and longtime owner was a well-known figure in the Corvette world. NCRS member and Bloomington Certification Board judge W. Paul Adams of Florence, Alabama clearly had quite a collection stored behind his house, which also included a treasure trove of NOS Pantera parts. After years of selling Mustang and Corvette parts after hours and working directly for Ford during the day, I think it’s safe to assume Paul might have amassed some desirable cars and parts. The seller purchased five vehicles from the collection but left this one behind; a few months later, he returned to buy this last remaining piece, which seems quite unrepeatable.

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The odometer doesn’t lie, in this case. Plus, this incredible story is further backed up by the original protective coverings still draped through the interior and on the steering wheel. The glove box revealed additional treasures in the form of unused hub caps and the original horn button. Storage bags for the T-top roof are still safely stowed away and the red carpeted floormats were new in the bag and stored in the rear compartment. The interior is hard to miss, primarily because it hasn’t undergone the trademark fading almost every vehicle of this vintage has endured. Even more impressive are the factory crayon marks still visible on the body, pointing out delivery damage and miscellaneous manufacturer notes.

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While these Corvettes were not necessarily coveted for their performance credentials, they were still decent performers for the era. This Silver Anniversary car was also optioned with A/C, an AM/FM factory CB radio, rear defogger, heavy-duty battery and the Gymkhana suspension. So, not only do you get what is likely the lowest-mileage L82-powered car in existence, but also a host of desirable factory features. Why Mr. Adams chose to never drive this Corvette is unknown, but he did create a fascinating legacy and has likely raised the eyebrows of Corvette collectors everywhere with his impressive self-restraint. Where do you think the bidding will end up?

Tags: American / Corvette / Muscle Cars / Survivors

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