In 1962, Ford shifted its Fairlane nameplate from a full-size product to a new mid-size platform to fill a gap between the Galaxie and the compact Falcon. The decision was a success, and the three categories would outsell the… more»
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Affordable Project: 1992 Ford Mustang LX 5.0-Liter
The rising popularity of Fox-Body Mustangs has seen values climb at a surprising rate. The day will come when they begin to be beyond the reach of mere mortals, and even project candidates often achieve impressive prices. This 1992… more»
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Stored 32 Years: 1971 Ford Torino 500
Ford introduced the Torino nameplate in 1968 as the high-end version of the mid-size Fairlane. After 1970, the Fairlane name rode off into the sunset, leaving the Torino to carry the torch. The 500 was the mid-range model between… more»
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All Business! 1937 Ford Model 78 Coupe
Ford hit a home run with its new nose for ’37, and a choice of two V8 engines offered something for everyone. This mostly-original business coupe came in “Model 78” form, indicating the larger 85 HP V8. It shows… more»
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Single Family Pickup: 1972 Ford Ranchero Squire
The Ford Ranchero debuted in 1957 as a pickup based on a 2-door station wagon platform. It morphed into a Falcon-based compact truck in 1960 and then to a mid-size in 1966, and it remained in the lineup through… more»
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32k-Mile Garage Find: 1968 Ford Galaxie 500
Launched in 1959 to compete against the Chevrolet Impala, the Ford Galaxie 500 always finished second in the sales race. It was the top-of-the-line model until 1965 when the LTD came along (just as the Caprice sub-planted the Impala… more»
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Low-Buck Cult Classic: 1995 Ford Taurus SHO
The Ford Taurus was a best-seller when it arrived in 1986. Its styling broke new ground, introducing the rounded lines that have become ubiquitous today. It was the ultimate family car, with decent gas mileage and adequate performance. But… more»
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Garage Find: 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible
We see a lot of customized prewar Fords here at Barn Finds. However, this 1939 Ford De Luxe Convertible for sale on Facebook Marketplace in Garland, Texas is advertised as a car customized back in the day. The funny… more»
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302/4-Speed: 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
People are often unkind about the Mustang II, stating it is unworthy of wearing the iconic Mustang badge. However, history shows that, like its predecessor, the Mustang II was the right car at the right time for the American… more»
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One Prior Owner: 1966 Ford Mustang Drop-Top Project
Imagine working as a salesperson at a Ford dealer in 1964-66. That’s when they sold nearly 1.3 million copies of the new “pony car,” the Mustang. You probably worked long hours and got writer’s cramp taking all the orders… more»
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Highly Original! 1972 Ford Mustang
In 1969, the Mustang was restyled and had a bigger, thicker, heftier look to it. Detroit has a history of making cars bigger and more luxurious over time and the Mustang was no exception. In addition to the Mach… more»
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Side Yard Find: 1965 Ford Mustang Drop-Top
In the mid-1960s, it was hard to drive a city block or two without seeing a new Ford Mustang. That’s because 1.3 million were built in a relatively brief period (Spring of 1964 to the Fall of 1966). And,… more»
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Rebuilt 289: 1966 Ford Mustang GT K-Code
When a buyer ordered a new 1966 Mustang, the gun engine was undoubtedly the K-Code version of the sweet 289ci V8. It provided excellent performance and produced a car that could hold its own in elite company when teamed… more»
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57k One-Owner Miles: 1982 Ford Granada Station Wagon
The seller of this 1982 Ford Granada Squire mentions that the 5-door station wagon was only in production for two years during the Granada’s life cycle, but from what information I can find, it seems as though it was… more»
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Rare Convertible: 1968 Shelby Cobra GT350
The Shelby GT350 is perhaps the most iconic of the first-generation Ford Mustangs. Between 1965 and 1967, they were built by Shelby American in California. For 1968 through 1970, production moved in-house to Ford in Michigan with some assistance from… more»
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Sky Lounge Equipped: 1963 Ford F100 Camper
One of the bonuses for being a regular reader of Barn Finds is that some of the most interesting and unusual vehicles being offered in the marketplace are written up right here. That said, this 1963 Ford F100 4WD… more»
