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THE “HAKOTORA” – DOMINIC LE’S CUSTOM SKYLINE-DATSUN HYBRID PICKUP
https://stanceworks.com/2016/01/the-hakotora-dominic-les-custom-skyline-datsun-hybrid-pickup/It could be this car/truck.
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Those old Datsun's were bulletproof. IIRC, they had a diesel engine (as an option?). Ran forever.
Thats a early 70s model
I owned a lot of these old cars, but never had a Hemi, I had a good friend that raced one and he hardly ever made it a full quarter,
If you are really going to race one of the older Hemis you have to spend a lot on the heads.
Just skip through it is a pretty long watch at nearly 9 min.
I disagree with a lot of their top speed though, a lot of these were with 3:91 or 4:10s
My 67 R/T had 3:23s and built SS/A was 12.9-13.0 110-120 and topped out a bit over 150, the 2:73 took the next generation 440 SS/A over 170.
If you are really going to race one of the older Hemis you have to spend a lot on the heads.
Just skip through it is a pretty long watch at nearly 9 min.
I disagree with a lot of their top speed though, a lot of these were with 3:91 or 4:10s
My 67 R/T had 3:23s and built SS/A was 12.9-13.0 110-120 and topped out a bit over 150, the 2:73 took the next generation 440 SS/A over 170.
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Always elevated my heart rate ever since I first saw one. Old school cool to the nth degree!
Hope springs eternal I'll find one of those in a barn one day.Always elevated my heart rate ever since I first saw one. Old school cool to the nth degree!
First, I gotta find a barn, though....
Always elevated my heart rate ever since I first saw one. Old school cool to the nth degree!
I had a best friend from Memphis, Tennessee in the 60s, His father was a consignment car dealer about 1/2 mile from Graceland and he sold Exotic and High performance cars on consignment.
They lived on Riverside in Memphis But came to Pickwick a lot because My friend Mother was Related to the Ford dealership owner in Iuka.
When His father decided to move back to Tish county, he brought his car dealership and connections with him.
In 1967 He got a White with Black top 427 Nascar powered Cobra that he Consigned from one of the Blackwoods He took My friend and I for a ride after he tried It out.
It really looked plain compared to all of the flashy color Panteras and Corvettes ETC on the lot, But MAN KIND!!!!!! I had the "honor" of sitting on the rear cowl, No top of course.
We went toward town on the highway, turned around after about two miles and came back slow for about 1/2 mile and in the high side of second he stomped it laid me flat on my back and by the time he was in 4th we were around 130 at least and I could not even hardly raise my head.
Billy called IT The Corvette Killer!!!!
It was sold to someone on the west coast the next day for more than it was consigned for.
That was one of many cars we took rides in, but I never sat on the cowl of anything again I think My finger impressions are in there.
I read there were 2 paxton supercharged King Cobras made that were a lot more powerful than the Nascar motor.
I don't know how you could keep them from going up in smoke every time you bumped the gas pedal.
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When I was a teenager, a friend of mine took care of a little old lady, doing lawn chores, house maintenance and being her friend. Just being a good kid.
When he turned 16, she gave him the key to a garage he had never entered and said there's a gift in there for him. The item was owned by her deceased husband.
He opened the garage, removed the tarp and found... A 1963 Jaguar. I don't recall if it was an E-type or XKE.
Internet photo, but here's the punch-line.
When he turned 16, she gave him the key to a garage he had never entered and said there's a gift in there for him. The item was owned by her deceased husband.
He opened the garage, removed the tarp and found... A 1963 Jaguar. I don't recall if it was an E-type or XKE.
Internet photo, but here's the punch-line.
"Tom Cotter, host Barn Find Hunter, is one lucky guy. He has gotten tips to find some of the coolest hidden gems out there. This latest edition of his discovery is no different as he heads off a well-traveled road to find a collection of cars that have been hidden under the public’s nose for a very long time. After making a contact at a car show in North Carolina, he learned of this collection, and is eager to get cameras in to do some exploring."
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^^^Enjoy...!!!
I had a 1963 Galaxie 500 X/L with a 390 in it 3-2s on an aluminum intake and a top loader 4 speed.
I sold it to a Lincoln, Mercury dealer, It had 0 rust anywhere on it.
edit::::: When I sold the X/L it had a 360 hp 429 and C6.
A few years later I had the chance to buy a 64 Mercury Marauder from a "Mopar only" friend that he got from an uncle that died for 400 dollars, it was a 390 with Air, power brakes and windows.
I had so many cars then that I turned him down.
I have done a lot of stupid things in my life, but HEHEHEH another boot on a stick moment.
It was White and Black interior just like this one and 100% rust free car.
I sold it to a Lincoln, Mercury dealer, It had 0 rust anywhere on it.
edit::::: When I sold the X/L it had a 360 hp 429 and C6.
A few years later I had the chance to buy a 64 Mercury Marauder from a "Mopar only" friend that he got from an uncle that died for 400 dollars, it was a 390 with Air, power brakes and windows.
I had so many cars then that I turned him down.
I have done a lot of stupid things in my life, but HEHEHEH another boot on a stick moment.
It was White and Black interior just like this one and 100% rust free car.
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From barn's shadow to restoration glory.
"In the intricate tapestry of automobile history, the golden muscle car era holds a special place, shimmering with tales of powerful beasts and exhilarating speeds. Now, a new chapter unfolds as Dale from "Old Skool Rides" stumbles upon a piece of this storied past: a 1969 Plymouth HEMI Road Runner. A beast, yes, but one that's been silenced for years, possibly languishing in the dusty corners of a barn or under the open sky.
Details about the Road Runner's sojourn remain shrouded in mystery. How many seasons did it witness in stillness? Was it a barn's prized possession or a forgotten relic in a sprawling yard? Whichever the case, the car's remarkably unwarped body panels suggest it was shielded from the harshness of nature.
The vehicle currently exists in its project phase. Its original paint has vanished, replaced by the touch of time and sporadic restoration attempts. Rust claims the lower regions of the rear fenders, but the structure holds firm, standing unyielding and straight."
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It’s always nice to see old cars being appreciated instead of abandoned.
"The cars were being kept in a barn in rural South Carolina, so they’re actually barn find cars and not barn find condition cars. It looks like whatever the structure was built for originally, it’s now being used as a garage and storage shed. Some other cars are in the structure, and one makes an appearance in the next video. Making matters a little worse is the fact the barn is open to the elements, so the cars have plenty of that valuable barn find dust on them."
Update :
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Not a car but sure would like to take a nice sports car on this road.
Yeah, Sport's Car is the way 2 go, don't need No Back Seat Driver...!!! 
These ridiculous cars have been hidden for decades and now poke their fascias out to show the world what a real muscle car is!
"Barn finds are the stuff of legends in the American car community for their incredible hidden beasts and potential for finding something genuinely extraordinary. So many people have found their dream project car or restoration built within the confines of a disheveled barn's walls. Of course, these finds can be pretty cool, but it is infrequent to find something that you couldn't find with ease on the used market. However, this find flips the tables on those limitations as it holds some of America's rarest vehicles. These insane NASCAR dominating muscle cars are ready to see the light of day once again with a fiery passion for rowdy driving fun!"
https://www.motorious.com/articles/...ious&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter
Take a gander at Old(R/T)Yeller...!!!
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Guy Stumbles On Classic Cars Abandoned In Old Showroom
"Exploring abandoned buildings can come with many benefits and inherent risks, as YouTuber Lenny knows well enough. The guy lives in the UK and likes to explore uninhabited structures which have sat empty for years, recording his adventures for everyone else to enjoy. He’s not car-focused, but in the video we’ve included, he stumbled across some classic cars left in an abandoned dealer showroom, which is pretty interesting.
The showroom in question has an HH Crane sign still affixed above the expansive windows. As far as we know, HH Crane is a hose handling crane, but it might have been a defunct car dealership back in the day, we don’t know for sure."
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I'm still trying to figure out how the back half of the car is translucent and we can see the motor home thru it and the cloth.
Is that a 'ghost-car'?
Definitely the winner of 'strangest picture of the year'.
Edit: It took me a long time, but I figured out how that happened.
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427 powered Cobras were called tennis shoe burners. I had a friend that bought a 1964 Cobra with the 289/271 hp engine that was fast enough to make Corvette owners cry, of course the Cobra only weighed 2,000 pounds so that put other vehicles at a disadvantage to start with. My friend only paid $5,000 for his Cobra, he probably ended up paying more than that for insurance per year but it was a fun car to ride in, thrilling when he ran it up to 130 mph one night.Always elevated my heart rate ever since I first saw one. Old school cool to the nth degree!
I had cars like these at one time through the years mine was darker blue 440 6 pack 4 speed.
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This one was White with a Green alligator grain vinyl top 440 6 pack 4 spd Am Fm radio PS PB
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This one was Limelight with a White Vinyl top and white interior
383 4 speed.
Bought an sold a lot more just like these and at least three of the 67 R/Ts like the one I have had for 51 years.
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This one was White with a Green alligator grain vinyl top 440 6 pack 4 spd Am Fm radio PS PB
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This one was Limelight with a White Vinyl top and white interior
383 4 speed.
Bought an sold a lot more just like these and at least three of the 67 R/Ts like the one I have had for 51 years.
Another Barn Find in a Factory :
Jul 19, 2024 — 2 min read
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"This collection is full of Lincolns, Mercuries, and Fords. In other words, if you’re a Blue Oval fan, this will be pretty exciting. However, there are some GM products as they dig deeper, like a ’59 Cadillac limousine once used by the governor of Alabama and a first-year Oldsmobile Toronado. There are also some old Dodge trucks. For good measure, there are also a couple of Audis and some train cars as well as engines. The man who owns the collection comes from an old railroad family, explaining why all the trains."
Abandoned Factory Hides Over 40 Classic Cars
Jul 19, 2024 — 2 min read
https://www.motorious.com/articles/...ious&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=newsletter
"This collection is full of Lincolns, Mercuries, and Fords. In other words, if you’re a Blue Oval fan, this will be pretty exciting. However, there are some GM products as they dig deeper, like a ’59 Cadillac limousine once used by the governor of Alabama and a first-year Oldsmobile Toronado. There are also some old Dodge trucks. For good measure, there are also a couple of Audis and some train cars as well as engines. The man who owns the collection comes from an old railroad family, explaining why all the trains."
The 2025 Mustang 60th Anniversary Package in Brittany Blue is priced at $65,245. Fans can view the new color in person at Ford’s Mustang Alley during the 2024 Woodward Dream Cruise in Ferndale, Michigan.
The 60th Anniversary Package honors the Mustang’s legacy with exclusive features and modern touches. Only 1,965 units will be produced, a tribute to the original 1965 model year. This package is available solely on the Fastback body style with a 10-speed automatic transmission, and includes high-performance elements like the 401A package, Active-Valve Performance Exhaust, Brembo brakes, and a 3.55 limited-slip rear axle. Inside, the car features Space Gray upholstery and a 12-speaker B&O sound system.
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Nice car! The speedometer only goes up to 160 MPH, so how will you know how fast you're going?
You Will Know WHEN You Get There...!!!
Ok, Break Your Piggy Banks :
For all those enthusiasts and collectors eager to buy and sell great cars this summer, the road leads right back to Auburn, Indiana, the original “Classic Car Capital of the World” and birthplace of the collector car auction industry in America.
Our next catalogue sale, also the industry’s next catalogue sale in North America, the Auburn Auction, will take place August 29-31, 2024 at our Indiana headquarters. To be presented as a simultaneous live and online event for collector car enthusiasts and aficionados to enjoy.
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4 Days of August 2024...
11am – 8pm | Collector Car Auction
11am – 8pm | Collector Car Auction
11am – 9pm | Collector Car Auction
For all those enthusiasts and collectors eager to buy and sell great cars this summer, the road leads right back to Auburn, Indiana, the original “Classic Car Capital of the World” and birthplace of the collector car auction industry in America.
Our next catalogue sale, also the industry’s next catalogue sale in North America, the Auburn Auction, will take place August 29-31, 2024 at our Indiana headquarters. To be presented as a simultaneous live and online event for collector car enthusiasts and aficionados to enjoy.
https://worldwideauctioneers.com/auburn-auction-and-show-2024/
4 Days of August 2024...
Wednesday, August 28
9am – 6pm | Auction Preview, Car Corral and Swap MeetThursday, August 29
9am – 9pm | Auction Preview, Car Corral and Swap Meet11am – 8pm | Collector Car Auction
Friday, August 30
9am – 9pm | Auction Preview, Car Corral and Swap Meet11am – 8pm | Collector Car Auction
Saturday, August 31
9am – 9pm | Auction Preview, Car Corral and Swap Meet11am – 9pm | Collector Car Auction
"Verge's Prohibition Saloon"
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Dealer Info : GAA Classic Car Auctions,
Address : 301 Norwalk St. Greensboro, NC 27407
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Makes me really miss my 2017 5.0 Mustang GT ... been a year since I traded it in ...
Unearthed New Jersey Trolley Gets Restored After 108 Years
Just "Think"...
Originally built in 1914, this trolley seated about 50 passengers at full capacity which meant that a lot of people were using this car. It's cool to think about how many men and women were transported to their place of business and how it wouldn't have been possible without this relic of history. Somewhere down the line, the trolley system was swapped out for the current public transportation method making the use of the vehicle impractical for the local government. This eventually led to this particular vehicle being transported and used as a house for quite some time where it likely served its purpose well with a vintage exterior and great sheltering properties.
Explore ten eerie tales of haunted cars and cursed roads, where ghostly encounters turn driving into a spine-chilling experience.
The open road has always been a place of freedom and adventure, but not all journeys end peacefully. For decades, drivers have reported eerie encounters with phantom cars, ghostly passengers, and haunted highways. Whether they are urban legends or spine-chilling realities, these tales of haunted cars and cursed roads offer a glimpse into the mysterious and unexplained.
https://www.motorious.com/articles/news/10-haunted-cars-and-cursed-roads/
"These stories blur the line between folklore and reality, offering a glimpse into the supernatural mysteries that continue to haunt the roads. Whether or not you believe in ghosts, the next time you’re driving at night, keep your eyes on the road—and your rearview mirror."
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