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Carport Find: 1972 Ford Mustang Coupe

By 1972, the “bloom was off the rose” for the Ford Mustang. From a record launch eight years earlier to a peak in sales of 607,000 units in 1966, the Mustang was just another “pony car” by the early… more»

Excellent Interior: 1980 Ford Pinto Squire Wagon

Manufacturers produce some vehicles with an eye on longevity, while others are viewed as disposable items that will serve in a given role for a few years before requiring replacement. Ford’s Pinto falls into the latter category, with the… more»

One Owner since ’72! 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback

Lime Gold. Few colors so instantly call to mind a particular slice of history. It’s May of 1967, just before the “Summer of Love,” and this originally 390-powered 1967 Ford Mustang Fastback 2+2 first enters the light of day… more»

66k Original Miles: 1955 Ford Thunderbird

The Ford Motor Company has a history of creating market sectors. The Model T is often considered the first “people’s car,” with the Mustang credited, rightly or wrongly, as the first pony car. It created another in 1955 when… more»

Original Paint: 1982 Ford Bronco XLT

This 1982 Ford Bronco XLT makes a positive first impression, which is heightened when you learn it wears its original paint. The lack of visible issues suggests it has been treated respectfully, which is positive news for its potential… more»

390/4-Speed Fastback: 1967 Ford Mustang Project

The seller of this 1967 Mustang Fastback here on eBay had a somewhat different vision than many enthusiasts who’ve bought a Ford pony car to take on as a project, as his original intention was to leave the body… more»

4-Speed Cobra Jet: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Owning a pristine classic is something to which many enthusiasts aspire, while others find the lure of a tidy driver irresistible. Cars from the latter category often represent a more enjoyable ownership experience because the owner can slip behind… more»

BF Auction: 1970 Ford Mustang Boss 302

First-generation Mustang buyers were spoiled for choice, with Ford producing vehicles to suit every taste and budget. One of the most desirable was the Boss 302, a car developed as a homologation special for the Trans Am Series. This… more»

1 of 6 French Exports? 1957 Ford Thunderbird

The first generation of the 2-seat Ford Thunderbird ended its three-year run in 1957. After that, it would convert to a 4-passenger personal luxury car. But not before a half-dozen of the cars were supposedly shipped to France for… more»

5-Speed Rarity: 1984 Ford Mustang GT350

Among muscle car enthusiasts, there’s a tendency to place a great deal of emphasis on special edition trims or rare options that make a car a one-of-five, or what have you. But really, muscle cars are at their best… more»

BF Auction: 1966 Ford Mustang Coupe

We love finding classic cars with a well-documented history. For most people, a car is just transportation, so keeping track of its history isn’t all that important to them. And prior to the internet, it wasn’t something that could… more»

No Reserve 1968 Ford Bronco 4×4

We see our share of First Generation Ford Broncos at Barn Finds, and this is for a fundamental reason: These classics are extraordinarily desirable and popular. This 1968 example demonstrates that fact courtesy of the intense bidding since the… more»

1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 Barn Find

To help turn around lagging sales, Ford gave its Mustang pony car a new performance edition in 1969, the Mach 1. Though the seller doesn’t identify this project car as being a Mach 1 (25% of sales in 1969),… more»

Upgraded “Survivor”: 1926 Ford Model T Ford Touring

Die-hard car enthusiasts occasionally travel back in time. This happened to me. I was minding my own business dinking around with ’60s and ’70s cars that I grew up with, when all of a sudden, I fell in love… more»

25k Original Miles: 1938 Ford Coupe

Buying an older classic with a known ownership history can sometimes be challenging, but that is the opportunity offered by this 1938 Ford Coupe. It is a well-preserved survivor ready to be enjoyed by a new owner, and its… more»

Update: 1979 Ford Ranchero 500 with 1,308 Miles

UPDATE – “Return of the Ranchero” could be an appropriate movie title, I guess, for this 1979 Ford Ranchero 500 time capsule with 1,308 original miles. It’s back for a sequel after being featured last December here on Barn… more»

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