Photo: Diablo Motors on Craigslist
Barn finds happen every once a while, but barn finds that bring back non-restored models that become genuine head-turners with just a wash are way too rare.
The ’73 Mustang Convertible right here is one of these rare gems, as the owner, who is now trying to sell it on Craigslist, guarantees it’s a non-restored car with just 3500 miles (5600 km) on the clock.
While that’s something that’s hard to believe, Diablo Motors, the company that’s selling it, explains there’s a good chance this is the original mileage.
“We have no way to validate or authenticate these miles. We were told by the owner that these miles are accurate to the best of his knowledge, and the odometer is exempt on cars 10 years old or older in California,” the company explains.
The Mustang has already received a close inspection and service, but it’s totally unrestored, coming with only original equipment. For example, it features the original automatic transmission and the 351 V8 engine, the OEM radio that Ford fitted the car with in 1973, and the original white cloth and vinyl interior.
“This is a super clean, original, non-restored 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible, discovered in a barn in Illinois, and was inherited by the previous owner's grandson. It has been in a time capsule for 40+ years, with all the original equipment, and it runs and drives great,” the ad reads.
And of course, since it’s an unrestored model, some fixes are needed here and there, including what are being described as “a few minor wear areas.”
And now the part that you probably won’t be very excited with. The car is being sold for $49,900, so it’s not necessarily the most affordable Mustang, but given the condition that it’s in, as well as the number of original parts, many collectors might find the whole thing worth it.
While that’s something that’s hard to believe, Diablo Motors, the company that’s selling it, explains there’s a good chance this is the original mileage.
“We have no way to validate or authenticate these miles. We were told by the owner that these miles are accurate to the best of his knowledge, and the odometer is exempt on cars 10 years old or older in California,” the company explains.
The Mustang has already received a close inspection and service, but it’s totally unrestored, coming with only original equipment. For example, it features the original automatic transmission and the 351 V8 engine, the OEM radio that Ford fitted the car with in 1973, and the original white cloth and vinyl interior.
“This is a super clean, original, non-restored 1973 Ford Mustang Convertible, discovered in a barn in Illinois, and was inherited by the previous owner's grandson. It has been in a time capsule for 40+ years, with all the original equipment, and it runs and drives great,” the ad reads.
And of course, since it’s an unrestored model, some fixes are needed here and there, including what are being described as “a few minor wear areas.”
And now the part that you probably won’t be very excited with. The car is being sold for $49,900, so it’s not necessarily the most affordable Mustang, but given the condition that it’s in, as well as the number of original parts, many collectors might find the whole thing worth it.
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