BF Auction: Stash Of Four Ford Mavericks

Seller: Matt H afer (Contact)
Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Mileage: 39000 to 58000 Shown
Chassis #: 4X91F331691
Title Status: Clean
Engine: 2 w/302 V8 and 1 w/250 Inline-6
Transmission: 3 w/Automatics 1 w/Tremec 5-Speed

The seller of this 302 V8-powered 1974 Ford Maverick Coupe bought it and three other Mavericks to fix up, but he’s moving and can’t take them along. So he has to part ways with all four cars, which includes a second V8 car, a six-cylinder sedan, and a four-door parts car. They’re all in Cincinnati, Ohio, and the high bidder will take the entire lot in this no reserve Barn Finds Auction.

The seller says this 1974 coupe had 39,000 miles when he bought it. Its VIN is 4X91F331691 and a photo of the door tag is in the gallery below. The previous owner had pulled the drivetrain for a Model T project. About eight years ago, the seller installed a refreshed 1992 302 with a mild cam, a 650 Holley, and headers. The driveline includes a Tremec five-speed, a Ford Racing clutch, and a V8 rear axle. He converted the front to disc brakes and installed new lines. He estimates he has $10,000 to $12,000 in the coupe beyond what he paid for it and reports fewer than two miles since the work. He says the engine will start with a battery and fuel poured into the carburetor.

The coupe was repainted once, and the finish still needs sanding and polishing. The seller wire-brushed the floors to expose the areas that need metalwork. He calls out a roughly 9-inch repair on the driver’s side and a 6-by-10-inch repair at the passenger-side firewall. He describes the interior as being in good shape apart from the dash pad, and some pieces are shown out of the car. The windshield, rear window, and pop-out quarter glass still need to go in. He has the glass and gaskets, plus all but one trim piece. He doesn’t know whether the A/C works, but the system is all there.

The seller dates this 4-door’s build to October 1972 and reports 58,259 original miles. It has a 250 inline-six and an automatic. The seller says all the glass is good and the paint is original except for the driver’s door. He says there are stains visible on the front bench seat, but they are in the clear plastic cover, which has been on since new. The driver’s armrest needs replacing, and the driver’s seat insert is coming apart.

The seller had the gas tank and fuel lines replaced and the front end serviced. He says the car ran well when he parked it after the transmission lines failed. The replacement lines are still in the trunk. Hopefully, all it will need to be revived is a service and the new transmission lines installed.

This is the other 302 car. It’s a 1974 4-door and its VIN is 4W92F185180. The seller reports 53,983 original miles and received a complete engine rebuild with a mild cam, headers, a 650 Holley, and custom dual exhaust. It has an automatic transmission and an aluminum radiator with an electric fan. The seller reports that a new gas tank, fuel and brake lines, and master cylinder were installed. The original tan bucket-seat interior needs cleaning, and the seller reports no torn seams. He says the A/C worked after it was serviced.

The lower rear quarters, front fenders, and door bottoms need rust repair. The seller says the glass is good and attributes the roof discoloration to old adhesive. The American Racing wheels shown in the photos aren’t included, but the original white hubcaps are included.

This black 1975 sedan is the fourth and final car in the lot. It’s the one without an engine or a title. It has lots of good trim that could help clean up the looks of one of the other Mavericks.

The seller needs the cars picked up promptly because of the move, so have a plan to load and haul all four before bidding. They would like the cars moved by the 23rd, but they do note that the new owner of the property is understanding and might be willing to hold the cars for a week or two. If you have questions for the seller about the cars, parts, or pickup, please leave them in the comments.