Rags to riches: Tom restores a Country Sedan he found in a junkyard | Barn Find Hunter Ep. 60 (1/4)
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2024
- If Tom Cross hadn’t produced a can of rubbing compound and a shop rag 18 months ago, this episode wouldn't exist. In this episode of "Barn Find Hunter," Tom Cotter gets to carry out his childhood dream by reviving a desert junkyard car. Follow along as Tom walks you through the restoration process of a 1962 Ford Country Sedan he found in episode 34.
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That's the same 1962 that's in the video, right? Not a 1960 as your link says.
what mufflers did you use on this?
thanks
exactly.....but what if you don't have connections?...
@@1112223333111 article said glasspacks.
@@FalconClubFCA
I thought I heard FlowMasters.
This looks like the best series yet. Wonderful story line, thrilled for the college. The sponsors deserve their promos.
Totally agree: There should be more shows where lost cars of the junkjards are just brought back to life. Turning already good driving original classics into tuning monsters is the boring reality of today
We are excited to have this wagon in our collection and are so appreciative of Tom's generosity. We are pretty proud that our automotive restoration graduates seen in this video, Austin and Dalton, had the opportunity to apply their knowledge and work on this car!
Is the wagon still in use????????????? Update on the wagon please!
What a guy.... Tom, you rock! Making this happen is truely a great story of kindness and generosity. Someone lends you their shop helps with parts, Dang what more could you ask for!
...and then hates to see it go! :-) Chuck in NE Kansas
Ok everyone Tom Cross here I made a terrible mistake when talking to Tom Cotter about the sponsors on the wagon project, the disk brakes were donated by the WEST TEXAS CRUISERS A great club that does tremendous work charity for local kids.SORRY guys that was a kind of a rough morning for me seeing that car leaving.
Awesome work and very generous of you and the group. Best part is, you all saved that beautiful car!
It's all good Mr Cross, that was a great project video to get people interested in restoring older cars !
Tom....was that a 1940 Ford truck in the background of the line up towards the end of the video? How would I go about getting a truck like that to the east coast of Australia?
Hey mr cross do you have a website or something with a list of all the vehicles u have for sale on your property?
J Bilbo no I really don’t have a list they are all fords what are you looking for?
I love wagons regardless if its Ford, Gm, chrysler there all just so cool!
And practical
Racer 67 Same here. I’m in Australia. I got an early commodore wagon.
Hot rod wagons are extremely underappreciated. impala wagons are especially wicked.
Yes I agree
Old mercedes wagons are quite unappreciated too
No pre 85 car should ever be crushed all those parts. Things will be VERY different before too long. I dont want an electric car with a pretend sound thanks
My wife's new vehicle is more computer than combustion engine. I like being able to work on and fix my old trucks without it's exact GPS location being broadcast to who knows who. Not too many bells and that's the way I like it.
I've parted out a few and, admittedly felt a little guilty when I sent the shell away, but when a car isn't desirable, is a rust bucket and either has no engine or the engine is stuck, there's not much reason to keep it around. But at least get all the useable bits off it first!
Amen to that
All the Escorts, Omnis and Citations can get crushed
@BLACK GSD54 l
That's awesome you donated to a collage that has auto restoration courses
We are thrilled with Tom's generosity! And we actually offer a bachelor's degree in automotive restoration if you know anyone interested!
Bunch of college kids with a nice looking shop car.... That won't last long.
Hey there, a year later!
@@bctruck Hey, fancy meeting you here.
Wow thats awesome great work glad to see cars forgotten about getting to live another life again
PLEASE SAVE THEM ALL!!
IT BREAKS MY HEART TO SEE THEM WRECKED OR CRUSHED...DAMN...THEY SIMPLY DO NOT MAKE THEM ANYMORE..THEY ARE ALL GOLD..
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO I WISH I COULD HELP! I HAVE A FEW PROJECTS ASWELL GOD BLESS
My jaw dropped when I saw the wagon! Looked amazing. One of my favorite episodes!
how can 44 people dislike this, one of the best episodes so far, looking forward to more
Probably the type that thumbs down everything. ☹
Trolls. Mostly the same deranged Chinese phantoms that got Biden elected...
Fantastic channel - fantastic episode!
Nearly all my cars since the age of 17 have been station wagons, I loved them before they became trendy.
Good vibes that the wagon was donated to the college.
Tom was "getting ready to crush these cars, 'cause he's had 'em for 30 years???" That is just too sad for comment.
Seth Tyrssen seriously. They all would be gone within hours if put on Craigslist
@@retrox684 probably not in Midland Texas.....
@@torekristoffersen176 would be if they were listed for scrap prices on the east coast
McPherson College sounds like the beginning of an excellent career path for young people to learn usable skills that can make them a ton of money. There is huge demand for skilled vehicle restorers these days. If I was a college age man or woman, that's where I'd want to invest my time and money. I'm sure it pays off big time for those who are dedicated to learn the trade.
It's difficult just to find and auto body shop these days to repaint a classic car. I've received quotes of anywhere from $15,000 to $25,000 to repaint my '65 Ford Galaxie 500 and it's a convertible, so there's no top to paint! And that's only when I can find body shops willing to do the job. Most say they won't touch old classic cars. They just want to replace parts and repaint the newer crashes.
I agree. My 1969 Thunderbird needs quarters replaced and the paint is all faded. I have gone through so many shops and all they want to do is collision. To them there is no money in restoration.
A big part of why most shops don't wanna do restorations on old cars is simply due to the fact that they take alot of time to complete & they sit around taking up space for a lengthy period of time (whether they're inside or outside of the shop) & they tend to get in the way oftentimes...plus the hassle of having to shuffle 'em back & forth from inside to outside & vice-versa numerous times during the lengthy process.
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And that's precisely why we need more trained auto restoration shops. We already have plenty of crash repair shops.
I have a 63 Country Sedan which has pretty much every option available. Factory black with red interior 9 passenger, factory A/C (spits ice), roof rack, 390-4V, deluxe wheel covers with whitewalls, dead stock except glass packs and twice pipes/tips under the bumper but now needs restoration. Built in late Aug of '63 with C3AE-G 427 Low Riser heads. Bought from original owner in the 80's with dealer paperwork and every single receipt for every single part he put on that car until I got it.
This is like road kill but for grown ups .
Andy Nixon and free
No stupid chops of perfectly good 1 ton 50's truck to "Wheelie"...
LOL! BUT LET'S SEE HOW THE ROAD TRIP GOES...IF FREIBURGER OR FINNEGAN HAVE EVEN GLANCED AT THIS CAR...WELL, YOU KNOW...BECAUSE ROADKILL
This is "MINT"
Its like Roadkill but this show is good.
When I was a kid, we had this exact same car!! This might even be it, since we lived here in Tx!
Super heartwarming to hear that this car is being donated to students pursuing a degree in automotive restoration
You've almost converted me to Ford!!! What another beauty! I'd love to see that 2 door wagon restored!
That is the first 2 door 60 wagon I have ever seen, and I am 68, so you know I have been looking. I have a real weakness for 60 Fords. Don't ask me why, their weirdness is just right to me. A 1960 Star Liner with the 352 360 hp engine with a three on the tree and overdrive. That would be the day I died.
I had a ‘61 Galaxie 4-door sedan that I pulled out of a guy’s side yard for $200 when I was 17, sold it 6 months later for $1,000 and thought I made a killing. I’m only 20 now and I deeply regret selling it. this wagon is built exactly how I wanted my car. Such a cool vibe with the Mexican blankets and rusty roof on black steelies. Great minds think alike. Great video as always Tom!!
He’s gunna crush all them cars? $1,000,000 worth if you send them to Australia
He isn't crushing anything. That's a GOLD MINE and the guy knows it.
I knew this car would make a return!
Ik right!
Pulling out the buffing compound, while still in the yard no less, is basically putting a ring on it.
I was hoping!
@@PandorumAI-dc4bk try jug roo
I love old station wagons. Glad to see this old girl saved. 🙂
I'm not a Ford guy, but this is a sweet ride. I'd love to have this.
And I love the barn find restoration out finding more barn finds.
I own 3 Fords and a 70 Mercury Cougar Eliminator. Which American car company beat Ferrari at LeMans in 1968? Ford, baby. Ford.
I am Chevy guy, but any car from the 60s is freaking cool to me. My favorite part of 50/60s cars are the interiors and dashboards.
It's so good to see one rescued! What a great ride!
Fantastic episode. Saved the Ford wagon and helped the McPherson School, all in well told story.
WOW, what an amazing car! I am a wagon nut too... and Ford made the best wagons, hands down.
Ford made some good wagons, but it is really, really hard to beat a 55-57 Chevy Nomad wagon.... just saying.....
@@torekristoffersen176 I like the Nomad's a lot, but Ford was the king of wagons.... They outsold GM and Chrysler in the wagon line. Growing up, most friends parents had a Ford wagon.... One a Chrysler wagon though. I don't think any neighbors had a GM wagon that I can think of, although I love the GM "clam shell" wagons.
Sweet build. Props to the team / donors! Too bad it want the WAY cooler 2-door wagon.
Wow! She's a beaut Clark!
I remember the blog where you shined the fender. Driving the '62 wagon from Midland TX, to McPherson, KS will be a great blog to watch, I can't wait!!
1960's Fords are the definition of cool!
Tom you guys should start doing this more take a some old random car from a junkyard in some state get it running and driving then donate it to whoever you want. I smell at series that about to be better than Roadkill.
@Mustangmedic likes your show. Keep it real guys, I know it’s tough when you’re working with big numbers.
i am so happy, i’ve always wanted to see restoration from Tom or this channel. gotta love it :)
I doubt Tom has ever turned a wrench.
falconater68 maybe
My neighbors had a '62 country sedan lite blue, 352 ci
my parents had the '61 country sedan 352 ci brown w/ white top. We used to race them on our way to school in the morning. Aka beating moms wagon. Seems the weak spot in both cars were the transmissions. And we learned fancy new terms like Ford-o-matic, Cruise-o-matic, FMX MX.
Loved the Roof!!
Sometimes...you can tell....this Wagon really appreciates his revival.
I bought a 65 Olds 442 project car out of Midland TX. 19 hours one way from southern Indiana. White knuckle ride home using tow dolly. Scored super low rust and complete 442 for less than a grand. It got picked by 'American Pickett"
I live in Kansas less than 1 hr away from McPherson. Hopefully I’ll see that car driving on the road when I’m there
I drove a 67' Ford Fairlane wagon when I was in the Army. Wished I had never sold it!
Simply amazing. You saw something in that car. Went back to it. You and everyone else ressurected that car. Excellent job performed by the staff.
I grew up on Ford wagons - '56 Ranch wagon,, '60 Country Squire, '64 Ranch wagon and 69/75 Country Squires - really liked this episode and so glad it was not the usual Chevy deal - nice to see a Ford highlighted and not made into something it never should have been. I would have painted the roof white but I am glad the next generation is making their mark on the hobby / industry. Hats off - keep up the good work.
My parents had a '61 Country Sedan before I was born and bought a used '64 CS when it was a year old 1 year before I came along. My dad was born and raised in Detroit, we were a Ford family. He bought the '64 from a Ford employee, an engineer that was being sent to South America to open a plant. My first car was a '64 XL coupe.
I absolutely love everything about this car, project, and future plans with this car! You definitely hit a grand slam with this one! Congratulations!
Es una hermosa vaguen muy bonita buena galaxiy buen motor muy potente es una chulada de Ford lo mejor siempre nadie les llega a la Ford muchas felicidades y digan recontrullendo autos antiguos sur san fransisco cal bay
I spy with my little eye something orange
From Australia, well done to Tom and the team for their efforts and generosity of spirit.
Last month I bought a 1965 Dodge D-100 pickup. Mostly complete but doesn't run. I plan to fix it up and keep it mostly original.
Good on you and good luck. They are a nice truck.
my favorite body style for Dodge trucks! And also the 1958-1960s as well LOVE,Love,love Mopars!!
This is in my opinion the best thing about the internet and UA-cam. To see something absolutely awesome that would not be seen anywhere else. Wonderful example of not just saying what to do but actually doing it. Already exited about the next episode!
Donating the car to them was STUPID! That car should’ve been taken to Autofair @ Charlotte where Haggerty is a very big Avertisor there & begins PEOPLE to buy their insurance! & to Hershey Pa & Carlisle shows to promote people building cars! Then u could have gave it away
The best show not on tv.....heck the best show period, good work Tom, staff and friends.
Don't say that to loud, we wanna keep it here. Can't agree more though
KubotaManDan can’t have another roadkill on our hands
Incredible job from all involved.She could'nt be going into better hands.Gonna go same route on my '64 malibu 4dr wagon I'v had for 29yrs,clear coat the rust,clean up interior and drop in a NOS L46 long block i'v had for 5yrs. Think you're on to something here Tom,Find a nice 'ol girl and fix her with some sponsors then donate to a worthy cause. Incredible show .
👍Beautiful old 🇺🇸 wagon👍
*Great job and congrats to all that labored along w/ the donors.
Top of car looks good too BUT I bet it’d look right for the day if it had a stainless or chromed Luggage rack. Just sayin’- (my 2¢)
Great job👍
Was loving ever aspect of this except painting over rust (fad is dying but not fast enough) . Then came using it as a parts runner car with young kids driving it. What could go wrong? Thinking there was a good reason they are using a horrible little disposable pick up. No one cares when you run into stuff
Thanks for saving the wagon guys. She is looking great.
Awesome result ! What a great project - well done to all involved.
Wow such a great idea never thought a station wagon could look so cool big thumbs up
Amazing... Bravo! And every old car in that yard or the world for that matter, deserves its dignity and soul restored just like this one! And if the cost is too high for a particular old lady... damn that... there should be a fund established to see that all are preserved. Crushing? Should be a federal crime. Congratulations... most pleasing episode to watch!
PS: Can detect my enthusiasm for the old and shunned. Old cars are like old dogs to me... such dignity and patience residing within.
PPS: Ok, I'll stop now.
Save that 2 door Ford wagon!!!
2dr wagon 👍🇺🇸
I swear the body styles of alot of the 50's and 60's cars were so painfully similar that it should be copyright infringement!! Damn thing looks almost identical to a 62 impala wagon
I am living my dream life vicariously through this channel. My gawd, what a blast. Thanks!
LoL..gotta love it...auto school, truck running on 3 cyl. and they don't bring it in and overhaul the engine...but the wagon is going to get some good usage for sure...instructor says ...I need somebody to run to the parts store ...every student say I'll go....lol
Fantastic episode Tom !
This one holds a special place in my heart. I grew up with the same 62 Ford Country Squire wagon.
My folks bought her brand new.
She was black, with woodgrain sides, and a red interior.
My sister and I used to ride in the way back at night, and lay on our backs to look at the stars.
No way you can do that anymore!
You never see the old wagons hardly anymore. Thanks for saving this one.
Great idea to donate her to the College too.
Please, keep the videos coming.
They're awesome
love love love this episode! It's so cool to see Tom get involved in a project, especially with a car that was already featured. I too am in love with wagons, and this project was so fun to Watch, not to mention that it went towards a good cause. Awesome episode!
Luv all those old Fords but none the least the same goes for the old Jeep pickup the owner moved to get to this wagon... JUST SAYIN... another restore???
This became one proper wagon!!!! 👍 More restorations like this!!!! Please!!!!
If I won the lottery, i wouldn't buy a Ferrari, I'd buy that yard and have a lifetime of fun fixing old Ford's from the 50s and 60s! :)
I've always liked the body styling on the 1960 Fords. They were very unique and ahead of their time aerodynamically. Those flat fins are killer, too. I've owned 3 of them over the years. Very well built cars.
This is the one car show that still really speaks to me. Great restoration project, well done🍻
Awesome surprise, Tom, you ol' rascal you.
Good people, great steward in Tom, a worthy cause and a cool ride.
You just can't beat this stuff. Every old car has a story and this one now has a doozy!
Be careful out there,
-Ed on the Ridge
I'm not a Ford guy, but I always liked the,62 Ford, it just looks good, but the 62 Chevy Impala is very nice also
Great story i gew up in Midlant from 1965 to 1989 i know exactly where this place is! great story!
This was brilliant Tom, you have loads of fans here in the UK, can’t wait until the next instalment
holly molly :) :) i love your channel, one of the best youtube channel i have ever subscribed greet´s from Austria 🏆 🥇
Yes, hoped you would bring it through Lubbock!!! Cooks is a fun place. The car is great inside and out B U T thank you for covering everyone who worked on and donated to the project. This is what it will take to bring these autos back. I love this show, please dont stop.
Wow! Talk about memories... We came to the US from Argentina when I was 10 years old in 1965, lived in Martinez, California. My dad was 39 years old, originally from northern Italy and had never driven or owned a car. First car he bought was an aqua blue 1962 Ford Country Sedan, 390 V8 Cruise-o-Matic transmission, 8 passenger(the last seat faced backwards). That car could move even though it only had a two barrel carb. I did my first oil change on it at 12. A few years later at 19 I bought a 1964 Country Squire, turned it into my surfmobile, folded down the back seat, foam and carpet and "Paradise by the Dashboard Light". Peace!
in a day where my little kids come home from school saying 'reduce, reuse, recycle' -- this project says it all.
Joe George Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....
What better way to teach those principles to the kids than to save a piece of 🇺🇸's automotive history from a horrible fate!
Its up to us as parents to teach our children about our history. The level of quality and craftmanship that went into building cars and most everything was meant to last. The truth is the way cars are marketed today there are so many that are just sitting on lots with inflated price tags. The pump this junk out like bic lighters and for the most part there not worth much more than that. The whole industry is upside down.
But... did they have more than a half paragraph in their history book on Ulysses Grant? But that's another story. The deal here is put in some money and time to get a ride that is DONE with depreciation. No investment loses money faster than a car in that 5-10 year window after production, and the first 15 years [with truly rare exceptions] is all losses. The trick with a project car of course is... you gotta teach the kids all about carburetors. Have fun.
This is one of the best episodes of Barn Find Hunter, I have watched it several times and it always makes me think.... Man that is exactly what I would love to do!! Great job and sentiment guys. Tom Cross and his boys deserve a massive round of applause 👏 🙌 👍
I agree, I have watched it many times.
That original 1962 paint is incredible! And they did a great job buffing it out without burning through the edges.
I'd like to save some Ford's out of that yard! I live in Indiana, but I'd like to save some solid ones out of there and daily drive them!
Bravo! So much to say about this episode....definitely gonna keep me watching!!
jay leno after retirement : jay leno's garage
david letterman after retirement : barn find hunter
I've a couple of cars do exactly the same to me...they just weren't ready to die! Great video Tom! A shout of thanks to Hagerty!
That wagon plays the song of my people(FE Lope t-duh Lope). It will certainly bring some of those students over to the blue oval side of life.
The 1st car I ever practiced driving in behind the folks shop on the short dirt path was a 65 Pontiac Safari ,, I love wagons,,,Great series! :D
Although not as sweet as the 65 we spent our teenage years in the late 80s early 90s skiing in the winter and road tripping in the summer in my buddy's 74' Safari wagon he inherited from his grandma. He's kicking himself now for letting it go on his now ex-wife's urging.
Nice looking wagon! I love cars from this era. Amazing the paint buffed out this good. Paint from this era was lacquer as I recall,it likes to be buffed.
Hands down, this is the best car related show on UA-cam!! Tom, I would love to meet you one day!!
Love this wagon, dont matter what make it is, this is so cool. True car enthusiasts love all different makes 🤙
Wow... just wow. This is my fav episode by far. the Car looks perfect.
This video inspired me to get a wagon ,, I picked up a "62 Chevy Nova wagon
No one:
Tom: "isn't that something"
Thanks for saving old steel and getting someone to drive it around 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾 from New Zealand love wagons to ✌✌
What an amazing transformation!! one thumbs up isn't enough! The tire and wheel combo were perfect too!
Gotta love a hot wagon :-)
I love old fords when i was younger my dad had a 65 Fairlane. After the 289 in it went my sisters boyfriend completely built the engine for us in his shop class. I would love to have that car today.Great video another old ford saved.
Just shows how everything was possible 3 years ago !. today a lot more effort.
You blokes realise, you're all environmental activists?
You've recycled and reused this cool long-roof, rather then tossing into land fill.
Same goes for everyone who restores and drives a classic, especially those that tune 'em to run clean or fit EFI.
I'm slowly re-doing a 63 Comet convertible. I have no intention of making it show and shine. I also have zero sponsers. It's a lot harder that way.
R Dor But it will be very much worth it in the end. Even if you save only one, it matters!
Something about these classics just makes me smile 👍👍👍👌
You're not alone in that feeling.
That ride is bad ass. Some hipster would pay 50 grand or so for that.