One of the most exciting aspects of the classic car world is the custom (or kustom) paint jobs that talented artists spray on our beloved autos. From miles-deep candy and ‘flaked gloss to flat black or oxide red primer,… more»
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GT Project: 1966 Ford Mustang 289 V8
In its second year on the market, Ford’s Mustang (aka “pony car”) was one hot property in 1966. More than 607,000 copies were produced that year, about the same number built over 1964 ½ and 1965 combined. But the… more»
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No Reserve: 1979 Ford F250 Ranger Lariat Trailer Special
Finding an appropriate and potentially affordable tow vehicle can be challenging if the buyer isn’t in a position to hand over the considerble cash required to park a new vehicle in their garage. That is where this 1979 Ford… more»
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Free Wheeling Mini Truck: 1979 Ford Courier
The Free Wheeling package offered by Ford has historically been associated with the full-size Bronco, but unbeknownst to me, it was also offered on the pint-sized Courier. The package itself was nothing much – a push bar, some decals… more»
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Needs Finishing: 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 Convertible
I am sure that every Barn Finds reader can reflect upon their youth and pick one vehicle that was their favorite family car. For me, it was a 1964 Ford Galaxie 500 4-door Hardtop. The Castle Clarke played host… more»
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1988 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat Supercab 4×4 Dually
What a nice truck! I should probably be more objective, sorry about that. This 1988 Ford F-250 XLT Lariat 4×4 SuperCab Dually looks perfect in Scarlet Red over (and under) Colonial White and I wouldn’t change a thing, even… more»
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Pair of Ford Rancheros: Runner Plus Donor
The Ford Ranchero debuted in 1957 as a utility vehicle or “Ute”. That translates to a pickup based on a 2-door station wagon. It was modestly successful, yet Ford transferred it from a full-size to compact platform with the… more»
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Restored Station Wagon: 1963 Ford Falcon
The Falcon was Ford’s first entry in the burgeoning compact market of the 1960s. It would soon be met with formidable competition from GM and Chrysler as well as the independents (who were already there). Wagons were offered in… more»
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High Performance SUV: 1999 Ford Explorer Saleen XP8
Saleen has a long and storied history taking Ford products and making them into factory-backed hot rods. Although the company began with the Fox body Mustang, it quickly grew to incorporate hopped-up versions of other models, including the venerable… more»
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Garage-Kept Survivor: 2003 Ford Thunderbird
Releasing a new model is always fraught with danger, especially if a manufacturer elects to pursue a retro theme. The New Mini, New Beetle, and the Fiat 500 stand as shining successes, while the Plymouth Prowler sits at the… more»
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“Extremely Original:” 1961 Ford Thunderbird Coupe
By the time the third-generation Thunderbird hit the showrooms in late 1960, it still owned the personal luxury car market. Some say the Studebaker Hawk was in that category, but not really (less than 4,000 1961 Hawks were sold… more»
29k Documented Miles: 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
Mileage claims, especially those that are extraordinarily low, must often be taken with a grain of salt. However, the game changes significantly if the figure is documented. Such is the case with this 1987 Ford Mustang GT Convertible. The… more»
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Chopped Rod: 1931 Ford Model A Coupe
Some classic projects provide a wealth of options as the owner contemplates how they would complete the build. Such is the case with this 1931 Ford Model A Coupe. Its creator treated it to a chop and various mechanical… more»
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BF Auction: 1967 Ford Fairlane 500 Sedan
Some cars seem to personify their brands better than others; for example, you can look at this 1967 Fairlane and you know it’s a Ford without even looking at a badge. Pop culture has also given the ’67 Fairlane… more»
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Long Roof Barn Find: 1961 Ford Country Sedan
The accumulated dust indicates that this 1961 Ford Country Sedan has spent many years occupying this shed and that decades have probably elapsed since it last saw active duty. No classic deserves to end its days like this, and… more»
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390 V8-Powered: 1959 Ford Ranch Wagon
You’re right, Ford didn’t offer a 390 V8 for this car in 1959, but there’s one in here, according to the seller. Without a VIN, it’s impossible to tell what the original engine would have been but there were… more»
