Dusty barn car sells for stunning $230,000 at auction
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When it comes to vintage car fanatics, 'barn finds'—cars or motorbikes that are discovered from storage, usually in rural locations—can be some of the most exciting finds.
What’s so special about these vehicles? Well, the fact they have been untouched for years and may even contain some collectible parts can make them jewels in the eye of collectors.
When their authenticity is confirmed, the prices they can reach at auctions can be astonishing.
Take one unique 1970 Ford XY Falcon GT, for example. Despite being covered in dust and gravel after sitting in the same spot since 1975, it was sold at an auction for a staggering $230,000!
The Grays auction drew crowds from all over Australia and attracted a whopping 400-plus bids.
In the end, the winning bidder was a man from San Souci in Sydney, who was driven enough to own this beauty that he was willing to pay top dollar.
According to the auctioneer Rian Gaffy, the man is a vintage Ford fan with a history with the model.
‘He’s pretty pleased with it. He had one similar when he was a young bloke.’
'He’s always wanted to buy another one, so when this one came up, he thought he’d jump on the chance,' the auctioneer said.
Gaffy said that the car attracted interest across Australia.
'I think that was a fair figure for the car,' he said.
'It’s a unique car but needing full restoration, so I think that’s a fair price.'
Gaffy also described it as a ‘one-of-one’ series—a ‘special build’ previously owned by the Ford Motor Company.
Clive Anderson, the car’s previous owner, lived in the Coorparoo, Queensland home where the unique Ford was stashed since 1960.
He had parked the vehicle under the house when he was given a work car, but as is typical with antique motor vehicles, it gradually stopped functioning over the years.
But now, it’s headed to Sydney for a long overdue restoration.
Have you ever stumbled across an exciting barn find like the one we just mentioned? Are you working on restoring an old classic? Let us know your experience in the comments below!
What’s so special about these vehicles? Well, the fact they have been untouched for years and may even contain some collectible parts can make them jewels in the eye of collectors.
When their authenticity is confirmed, the prices they can reach at auctions can be astonishing.
Take one unique 1970 Ford XY Falcon GT, for example. Despite being covered in dust and gravel after sitting in the same spot since 1975, it was sold at an auction for a staggering $230,000!
The Grays auction drew crowds from all over Australia and attracted a whopping 400-plus bids.
In the end, the winning bidder was a man from San Souci in Sydney, who was driven enough to own this beauty that he was willing to pay top dollar.
The amazing find of 1970 Ford XY Falcon GT in a Brisbane barn! Image: Grays
According to the auctioneer Rian Gaffy, the man is a vintage Ford fan with a history with the model.
‘He’s pretty pleased with it. He had one similar when he was a young bloke.’
'He’s always wanted to buy another one, so when this one came up, he thought he’d jump on the chance,' the auctioneer said.
Gaffy said that the car attracted interest across Australia.
'I think that was a fair figure for the car,' he said.
'It’s a unique car but needing full restoration, so I think that’s a fair price.'
The original look of the 1970 Ford XY Falcon GT. Image: Wikipedia
Gaffy also described it as a ‘one-of-one’ series—a ‘special build’ previously owned by the Ford Motor Company.
Clive Anderson, the car’s previous owner, lived in the Coorparoo, Queensland home where the unique Ford was stashed since 1960.
He had parked the vehicle under the house when he was given a work car, but as is typical with antique motor vehicles, it gradually stopped functioning over the years.
But now, it’s headed to Sydney for a long overdue restoration.
Have you ever stumbled across an exciting barn find like the one we just mentioned? Are you working on restoring an old classic? Let us know your experience in the comments below!
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