The Ford Thunderbird was restyled in 1972 and was reduced to only one model, a 2 door hardtop. In 1973, they refined the grille and put on a more massive front bumper, what I like to call “chrome railroad… more»
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Classic Ford: 1925 Ford Model TT Grain Truck
Although he was initially unwilling to admit it, by 1925 Henry Ford had begun to acknowledge what his son Edsel, and those around him had been saying. They knew that the Model T was outmoded, and a replacement was… more»
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289 V8 Powered: 1964 Ford Econoline 1-Ton
“Shorter, lighter, and easier to maneuver”, The E-series pickup seems like it should have been such a big hit that they would still be made today. This example is a cool custom with a series of built-in tool boxes… more»
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Jeff in the Junkyard: Eastern Shore Finds
As some of our long-time readers know, I used to spend a fair amount of time stomping around junkyards on the weekends. Well, having a child greatly limits your free time (at least initially, until they can join you),… more»
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Still Big: 1978 Ford LTD Landau
Ford was probably working on their downsized Panther platform, to be introduced in 1979, by the time the 1977 General Motors cars hit the showrooms. But just the same, the marketing team went to work praising how the LTD… more»
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Ex-Australian Fire Brigade: 1991 Ford Maverick
Over the last year, I have become quite friendly with a salvage yard in Australia that has helped immensely with my 1981 Toyota HiAce project. By “helped”, I mean they have cut apart several vans to send me good… more»
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Grab This: 1973 Ford Pinto Runabout
A 1973 Ford Pinto Runabout with small bumpers, no rust, and in Grabber Blue? There’s cool and then there’s cool, this is the latter. This eye-poppingly-pigmented Pinto can be found listed here on eBay with an equally eye-poppingly-prime bid price… more»
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Like New: 1984 Ford Bronco XLT
This 1984 Ford Bronco XLT is described by its owner as a 3rd generation survivor. It wears its original paint, original drive-train, and original interior. It is a striking looking vehicle, but there is a bit of a sting… more»
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Neat First Classic: 1946 Ford Super Deluxe Coupe
Sometimes when you’re looking for a classic car, what you aspire to is a classic that has undergone a painstaking restoration, while at other times you might be seeking a nice car that you can simply climb into and… more»
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Limited Production Run: 1985.5 Ford Mustang SVO
The best part about this gig, writing for Barn Finds, is increasing your knowledge of small, obscure automotive facts. Take this 1985.5 Ford Mustang SVO, for instance: I thought for sure the seller was pulling one of those annoying… more»
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Low Priced 1973 Ford Mustang
Hopefully, better days are ahead for this 1973 Ford Mustang. The car is currently located in Oro Grande, California but had been found in a building in Arizona. Mileage is unlisted, some part, of the VIN is listed, maybe…. more»
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Well-Documented R-Code Four-Speed 1969 Mustang
During the classic Muscle Car era, “R” stood for “Racing” when it came to Ford engine codes, and while this 1969 Mustang Mach 1 in Sturgis, Michigan lacks its original R-code 428 Cobra-Jet engine, it would still make a… more»
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Trio of 1932 Ford Roadsters – Buy One or all Three!
Calling all hot rod fans! Still wondering what to buy your gear-head buddies or siblings for Christmas? Don’t miss this listing here on craigslist in Los Angeles, California, describing three 1932 Ford roadsters for sale, each with a distinct personality. Priced… more»
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Freewheelin’ Package: 1979 Ford Bronco
The seller says he isn’t afraid to drive this 1979 Ford Bronco Freewheelin’ package survivor anywhere given how smooth it runs. With the original graphics fading nicely and clearly wearing original paint, this Bronco looks awesome on the upsized… more»
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Take Your Pick: Avon Park Collection
This listing spotted by Barn Finds reader Fred is located in an area I’ve frequented quite a bit, thanks to my wife’s family being from Florida. Avon Park is not too far from Sebring International Raceway, so perhaps you can… more»
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Only 19K Miles: 1979 Ford Fairmont Futura
Ford came out with the Fairmont on a new Fox platform for 1978 to replace the aging Maverick. Two and four-door sedans, as well as station wagons, were available. A few months later, they brought out another model, a… more»
