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While we can somewhat understand why people aren’t entirely careful with just so-so vehicles, it’s disheartening to see when some enthusiast rides like these two Ford Mustangs were just abandoned. The pony cars sat in different locations, subjected to neglect and damage, both accumulating disgusting amounts of grime as well as some rodent nests.
1964.5 Mustang barn find sat for 45 years!
To gearheads, treating special cars like these so roughly, including one having a broken-out window, is borderline criminal. After all, many of us would cherish these Mustangs or at least treat them with the kind of loving care they deserve.
The first, a 1993 Ford Mustang SVT Cobra, was abandoned outside and subjected to the elements. Somehow, the driver’s side rear quarter window was busted, meaning at some point the elements made their way into the backseat area.
That muscle car was part of an estate sale. It sat outside for 12 years, although the amount of grime calls that figure into question. At least in that case we can assume the owner was in bad shape health-wise and so probably could no longer care for the ‘Stang.
That other Mustang, a 1969 Notchback, was kept in a literal barn for 20 years. While people fantasize about barn find cars, the reality is this one clearly shows the amount of abuse they endure while sitting in such a structure.
It’s dusty and played host to little critters which like to take refuge in barns. Plus, birds which nested in the barn pooped on the classic car, adding to the filth.
Thankfully, both are in good hands with professional detailer The Detail Geek giving them a good deep clean. While he can’t repair all of the damage, just some elbow grease, soap, and the right tools does wonders for them both.
And that brings up a sad reality: both cars could’ve been cared for better and fared well enough. While it’s great to see them both get the tender loving care they deserve, we have to ask why nobody put in the little time and effort required to jus keep them looking at least decent?
See the detailing process for yourself here.
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