Ford’s personal luxury car retained much of the same styling for the 1970 model as it had from the previous year, but the reshaped and busy front end really stood out (literally) and it kind of resembled a bird’s… more»
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Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 5 Comments
2-Seater Project: 1957 Ford Thunderbird
The first generation of the Ford Thunderbird has been on the “iconic list” for many years. Collectors tend to migrate to the 1957 editions due to their longer rear decks and mild tailfins. Though they sold well enough, Ford… more»
Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 4 Comments
Supercharged! 2002 Ford F-150 SVT Lightning
Ford’s Special Vehicle Team (SVT) was born in 1993 and focused on performance. Two notable products include the SVT Mustang Cobra and the SVT F150 Lightning. The latter was a “supertruck” that may have been inspired by the 1970s… more»
Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Working Retractable Hardtop: 1959 Ford Skyliner
The fifties decade was an era where automotive designers and engineers embraced technology to come up with new ideas they thought would lure buyers to their products, and Ford was certainly no exception when they introduced their Skyliner for… more»
Oct 24, 2023 • For Sale • 6 Comments
No Reserve: 1973 Ford Bronco
I typically avoid featuring two similar classics in quick succession, but I couldn’t resist with this 1973 Ford Bronco. It comes hot on the heels of this sad 1972 model, but describing the pair as polar opposites would not… more»
Oct 23, 2023 • For Sale • 29 Comments
Worth Fixing? 1972 Ford Bronco
We’ve seen some pretty sad First Generation Ford Broncos cross our desks at Barn Finds, but this 1972 example could be among the best (or worst?) we have ever seen. Time and the elements haven’t been kind, and while… more»
Oct 23, 2023 • For Sale • 34 Comments
Four-Door Beauty: 1957 Ford Custom 300
The 1957 model year was one of the few times that Ford would sell more cars than Chevrolet (this is back when only one body size was available). The ’57 Fords were new while the ’57 Chevies were a… more»
Oct 23, 2023 • For Sale • 30 Comments
Big Price Drop: 1990s Ford “Kelly” Python Prototype
We last saw this car more than a year ago, but enough may have changed since then to warrant another visit. The Ford Python was a prototype that was built to impress Carroll Shelby, but never went into production… more»
Oct 23, 2023 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Four Door Conversion: 1994 Ford Bronco Centurion
It’s clear that we’re not going to see the demise of the SUV anytime soon. For many of us, this is somewhat disappointing, especially considering how poorly some of the owners of these behemoths drive while behind the wheel…. more»
Oct 22, 2023 • For Sale • 10 Comments
71k Original Miles: 1974 Ford Bronco Ranger
Timing can sometimes be everything when purchasing a classic car. Buying when prices are at their peak means not only paying a premium but it could also see the new owner fall victim to the specter of depreciation. Those… more»
Oct 21, 2023 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Freshly Finished: 1966 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 Restomod Tribute
It is one of life’s harsh realities that a genuine 1966 Ford Shelby Mustang GT350 has climbed beyond the reach of most mere mortals. That leaves many enthusiasts to accept that parking one in their garage will probably never… more»
Oct 20, 2023 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Driving Project: 1939 Ford ½-Ton Pickup
Purchasing a project candidate that runs and drives is tempting because it allows the owner to plan their strategies while experiencing immediate classic motoring enjoyment. That is the opportunity awaiting the successful bidder on this 1939 Ford ½-Ton Pickup…. more»
Oct 20, 2023 • For Sale • 31 Comments
Real Barn Find: 1970 Ford Econoline E200 Van
Going back nearly 20 years ago, the seller of this 1970 Ford E200 says the van was backed into a shed and left there untouched until just recently, which leads me to wonder why somebody would park a functional… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 45 Comments
Low Mileage Survivor: 1973 Ford Thunderbird
One of the things that always set 1973 model cars, apart from their ’72 predecessors, is the presence of railroad crosstie-sized front bumpers. Per the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), “Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 215, “Exterior… more»
Oct 19, 2023 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Bargain Buy? 1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car Edition
Describing any classic as a bargain buy is risky, but that seems to be the case with this 1979 Mustang Indy Pace Car Edition. It presents beautifully, its interior is spotless, and it appears to feature a single reversible… more»
Oct 17, 2023 • Auctions • 15 Comments
BF Auction: 1997 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra
Barn Finds has a history of featuring older classics that have been brought back from the brink of extinction via custom builds. However, cars produced within the last thirty years with a similar history are less common. That makes… more»
