The Lost Car Registry: Ford Vehicles

Original color: Rangoon Red

Vehicle options: Factory GT, Red Pony Interior

Car last seen: 2006, in Atlanta, Georgia

Contact: seththesurfer_18@hotmail.com

Comments: " This car was in a garage from 1978 until 2006, when my dad and I bought it and restored it. It is a coupe, not a fastback. Numbers match to a factory GT. Basically, it has every option on it available in '65 except A/C. Someone somewhere must be missing this car."

Submitted: September 18, 2008

Original color: Burnt Amber with a Black stripe along the bottom

Vehicle options: 289 CID, 4-speed, long console, fastback

Car last seen: Westhampton, New York

Contact: burgegeo@yahoo.com

Comments: "I sold this car in the early 80's as a roller with the original 289 CID and a rebuilt 302 CID. The interior was complete with milk crates (3 kids in 4 years will do that). HELP!, this was my first car and the same car I took my bride of 29 years out in when we first started dating. I sold it to a guy who lived near the Westhampton dragstrip in eastern Long Island."

Submitted: September 18, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but California license plate PFG465)

Model: Falcon Sprint

Vehicle options: Hard-top, 289 CID, 4-speed, positraction, vibra sonic

Car last seen: 1968, in Ontario, California

Person sold to: Volkswagen dealer in Ontario, California

Contact: snyderdl818@aol.com

Comments: "The car also had Mickey Thompson cast aluminum valve covers, Holly four barrel and reversed chrome rims."

Submitted: August 28, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Washington license plate AQB596)

Year: 1966

Model: Galaxy 500

Original color: Wimbledon White

Vehicle options: 289 CID, automatic, Blue interior

Car last seen: 1976, in Wenatchee, Washington

Person sold to: Joe Welty Ford

Contact: dfloyd17@msn.com

Submitted: August 28, 2008

Original color: Aqua Blue

Contact: haroldlotz@yahoo.com

Comments: "I bought the car in 1996. I would like to know the history on it. I would consider selling it back to the original owner, that is, if I can find my original from 1969."

Submitted: August 28, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Florida license plate PKT 95T)

Year: 1982

Model: Fairmont Futura

Vehicle options: 6 Cylinder

Car last seen: 1994

Contact: billsbraves@yahoo.com

Comments: "The car was involved in a collision. I rear ended someone and it was towed away. The car was repaired and apparently resold."

Submitted: August 26, 2008

Vehicle options: 200 CID, 6 Cylinder

Car last seen: 1978, in Seattle, Washington

Contact: qmcdugan@yahoo.com

Comments: "Though, not my first car; it's the first car I purchased on my own that required financing through a bank. My fisrt car never ran and my dad made me get rid of my 1950 Chevy Panel Delivery truck. That broke my heart. He gave me his old, messed up 1962 Pontiac Sedan... Oh boy, ugh! I got my chance to dump the Pontiac and I bought the Mustang. Life was good again and that's why the Mustang is so special."

Submitted: August 26, 2008

Original color: Medium Lime Metallic

Vehicle options: 351 CID, 4v, 4-speed, power steering, power brakes, competition suspension, 15 inch Magnum 500 wheels, ducted hood, urethane bumper

Car last seen: Cherry Hill, New Jersey

Contact: mbkapros@embarqmail.com

Comments: "I currently own this car, but would love to find out some history on this car and even see a picture of it when it was new. It was purchased new in Cherry Hill, NJ. Car is originally/currently medium lime metallic with black top and black interior."

Submitted: August 26, 2008

VIN: 1FAPP219XHW230260

Year: 1987

Model: Escort

Car last seen: Brooklyn, New York

Original color: Gray

Person sold to: Auto salvage yard

Contact: fordzmi@yahoo.com

Comments: "This car was suppose to be donated to a salvage yard from the newspaper and it was parked in someone else's yard that wanted it. I refused to give them the car because I had been paying them for parking. I decided to donate it instead. Till this day, I don't know who removed the car from its place and there has been no proof of pick-up from the salvage yard ever being sent to me. I would love to know what happen to my first car and if its still around waiting for me. I regret giving this car up when it just needed a battery."

Submitted: August 26, 2008

Original color: Jade Black

Vehicle options: A/C, 351C V8, FMX auto

Car last seen: 1970, in San Pedro, Calif.

Contact: bcooper@cox.net

Comments: "Car is in great shape, always California driven, no rust, now painted metallic Grabber Green."

Submitted: August 9, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate UIA828)

Original color: Lime Green

Vehicle options: 390 CID

Car last seen: 1970, in San Pedro, Calif.

Contact: rod.1@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "Factory order, bench seat, 390 cubes. Lic # UIA828 (blk/yel). Sub plate issued around 1994. Reg check indicated vehicle owned by Hispanic in Santa Ana, Ca. Very few ordered with 390s. ARC air added by me, dash mount."

Submitted: August 3, 2008

Model: Coupe (five-window)

Car last seen: 1976, in Danbury, CT

Original color: Gray

Contact: alan9953@charter.net

Comments: "I bought this car from the original owner in 1962. I was not even driving yet. I know a lot about its history. I changed the color to black. I sold it in 1976. It was still original. If it is not for sale I would like to know what became of it. Thank you."

Submitted: August 3, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate 612 EVM)

Year: 1972

Model: Pinto

Original color: White, with blue and red trim

Vehicle options: Automatic transmission, sunroof

Car last seen: 1978, in San Luis Obispo, Calif.

Contact: mhb1954@msn.com

Submitted: July 10, 2008

Year: 1964

Vehicle options: 289 CID, 4-spd.

Car last seen: 1971 ,Cherry Point MCAS

Person sold to: Chuck Beyers, Chicago, Ill.

Contact: mooneytw@yahoo.com

Comments: "Chuck, a fellow Marine, purchased the car from me as I left the military. He put his own 289 and 4 spd. in the car and junked the Fairlane he owned at the time. When he was released in Dec. 1971, he drove the car to Chicago, losing both mufflers on the way, where it was sideswiped by a city snowplow. Chuck wrote a letter describing the accident. It had a bench seat and therefore no console. The car was unique (I purchased it from the first owner in Fairfax, VA) in that it came with the Fairlane 500 body trim as a two door hardtop, but had the factory installed 4-spd. and the bench seat. BTW, having kept the 4-spd. all these years, I had it rebuilt and reconfigured to bolt into my 1964 Falcon 4 dr., 260-V8, that I currently own and drive."

Submitted: July 10, 2008

VIN: 1FABP2717FOD170717

Year: 1983

Model: Mustang GLX

Original color: Dark Academy Blue

Vehicle options: 5.0 V8, 5-spd.

Car last seen: 2008, in San Diego, Calif.

Contact: Jimnva@yahoo.com

Submitted: May 25, 2008

Original color: Olive

Vehicle options: 289 CID, manual transmission

Car last seen: 2008, in San Diego, Calif.

Contact: accordluv2003@yahoo.com

Submitted: May 25, 2008

Vehicle options: Power steering, power brakes, power seats and windows

Contact: mich5500@yahoo.com

Submitted: May 25, 2008

VIN: 1FACP42E2MF138768

Year: 1991

Vehicle options: Power locks, windows, automatic shift

Car last seen: 2000 (I shipped it to Texas to someone who bought it)

Contact: don.slater@yahoo.com

Comments: "Please contact me if you know of this car. I'd love to buy it back!"

Submitted: May 25, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate PAX 401)

Year: 1964 1/2

Original color: Poppy Red

Car last seen: 1978, in Los Angeles, Calif.

Contact: mrojas64@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "Looking for my Dad's 1964 1/2 Mustang. Original color Poppy Red. At time of sale car needed body, paint and interior work. Automatic with a white interior. Turn signals had Mustang cutouts as background when signals worked."

Submitted: April 18, 2008

Car last seen: 1975, in New Jersey

Person sold to: Nick Broncatello

Contact: PLUMBTED@COMCAST.NET

Submitted: April 18, 2008

Vehicle options: 351C, 4-spd.

Car last seen: 1975

Person sold to: Anthony Cangiolosi

Contact: HKPC@OPTONLINE.NET

Comments: "Here's hoping!"

Submitted: March 8, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Washington license plate WXE 592)

Vehicle options: Deluxe interior, fastback, 390 CID

Car last seen: 1975, in College Place Washington (registered in Idaho)

Person sold to: Davin (last name)

Contact: locatif@pocketinet.com

Comments: "This car was purchased new in 1967 at the Teague Dealership in Walla Walla, Washington. Its last known owner was (last name) Davin and a college student from Idaho attending Walla Walla College purchased it in 1975 or 1976."

Submitted: February 27, 2008

VIN: 1FALP4040RF121212

Year: 1994

Original color: Laser Red

Car last seen: 2008, in Richmond, VA

Contact: rbuckels@yahoo.com

Comments: "I bought this car from Ted Britt Ford in Chantilly, VA, in 2006. I have since modified it to include power windows, door locks, and trunk latch. I put in a keyless entry module. I changed the knobs to chrome billet. I put in reverse glow gauges, fog lamps and a spoiler. With the power upgrades I also installed new door panels with switches and pockets where the hand crank use to be. The power seat still binds up, but I understand this is common with the Mustang's power seat. I topped it off with a new metallic red paint job. The car has been giving me some trouble from the start. It will stall for no appearent reason. I put a cold air intake on the car just after getting it and I was wondering if that might be the reason. If the previous single owner of this car could let me know if that problem existed when he had it, I would appreciate it. It was owned by an ex-military member. Also, he was or is a police officer in the northern VA or Maryland area and purchased a new Mustang from Ted Britt Ford."

Submitted: February 25, 2008

Vehicle options: Red Pony interior, spinner hubcaps, center console, A/C

Car last seen: 2008

Contact: treesha@tampabay.rr.com

Comments: "I purchased this car in 1982 from a film editor (named Andy) in Los Angeles, CA, because he and his wife were expecting a baby. I have owned and cared for the car for the past 26 years. I live in Florida now and hardly ever drive the car. Perhaps I can find someone who wants to care for this gem for the next quarter of century! It is a real beauty and I always get comments when I do drive it. It seems everyone has a Mustang story! If I sell it I would use the money to buy a boat!"

Submitted: February 25, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but California license plate XKG 317)

Year: 1968

Original color: Metallic Green

Vehicle options: Black vinyl top, console

Car last seen: 1974, in Vallejo, Calif.

Contact: barbefam@pacbell.net

Comments: "Black stripes on hood, leaf springs, American mags, AM/FM radio, black interior. Purchased new in 1968."

Submitted: February 24, 2008

Vehicle options: Automatic transmission

Car last seen: 1973, in Atlanta, Georgia

Person sold to: Beaudry Ford

Contact: newcombe@bellsouth.net

Comments: "Car was traded in at Beaudry Ford in Atlanta, Georgia in late 1972 or 1973 for a 1973 Maverick. It was a black coupe with red interior, automatic transmission, 289 CID engine."

Submitted: February 22, 2008

Car last seen: 1998, in California

Contact: rogerotor@earthlink.net

Submitted: February 22, 2008

Model: Ranchero 500

Original color: Ginger Glow Brown

Car last seen: 1991, in Peru, Ill.

Contact: gnvbon@hughes.net

Comments: "This truck was traded in at Terry Monroe Buick in 1990. The last owner of this vehicle was from the Bloomington, Ill., area. Lost track of it after 1991. This was my first car, given to me by my grandpa."

Submitted: February 22, 2008

Original color: Seafoam Green

Car last seen: Nov. 9, 1983, in California (stolen)

Contact: kathyz@automatedpower.com

Comments: "Grand theft auto from California State University-Northridge parking lot. Would love to find her!"

Submitted: February 21, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate NBS 509)

Contact: sanford@directcon.net

Original color: Gray

Car last seen: 1976

Comments: "Have owned for 30 yrs."

Submitted: February 21, 2008

Vehicle options: 4-speed, running lights

Contact: daybright@prodigy.net

Comments: "Have owned for 30 yrs."

Submitted: February 20, 2008

VIN: 1FABP40E9JF280612

Year: 1988

Vehicle options: Coupe, not hatchback

Car last seen: 1992, in Nashville, TN

Contact: roundfile1@gmail.com

Comments: "Bought this car new in 1988 as my first new car purchase. Traded it in 4 years later with 106,000 miles. Always regretted not keeping it."

Submitted: February 17, 2008

Vehicle options: 390 CID, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1971, in Williston, ND

Person sold to: Reep Motors

Contact: markfalck@hotmail.com

Submitted: February 17, 2008

VIN: 1FTBR10C8DUA60704

Year: 1983

Model: Ranger

Original color: Maroon with hot pink scallops

Vehicle options: Low rider, chopped top, 302 CID, louvered hood and tail gate, electric doors, custom

Car last seen: 2000

Person sold to: Art Scofield, in RI

Contact: tops48@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "I built this truck and would like to know where it is today. I sold it to Art Scofield in RI and he had a place in Vero Beach area, Florida where he had the truck shipped to."

Submitted: February 17, 2008

Vehicle options: 351W,4-speed, power brakes

Car last seen: 1982, in Spokane, Wash.

Contact: JULI_ALEX@COMCAST.NET

Submitted: February 17, 2008

Vehicle options: Hood pins, C6 automatic, fold down back seat

Car last seen: 1982, in Spokane, Wash.

Contact: klotzdavid@hotmail.com

Comments: "Sold to a local with broken tierod. I have original bill of sale and pictures. Bought with my bonus money from joining the Army in 1981. Hope this car is still alive."

Submitted: February 16, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted but Calif. license plate OZR-025)

Year: 1964 1/2

Original color: Silver blue

Vehicle options: 260 CID, automatic, white interior

Car last seen: Mid 1980s

Contact: mela@rogueriver.net

Comments: "The car was a plain Jane 1964 1/2, 260 CID, automatic, with white interior and console when I purchased it in 1969. I changed the color to Pontiac Lime Green with dark green roof. Changed engine to a 302 CID with 4-spd. Hurst shifter, added '69 hood scoop and traction bars. CA license plate: OZR-025. Don't have VIN # but know it was a low #, possibly in the 300s. The car last known whereabouts was in the San Jose area. If anyone has info, I'd appreciate an email. For all those in the Bay area of California, check out your friends cars for the license # (hopefully still on the car). Would be neat to find the car, possibly buy it back - lots of memories with that car! Thanks!"

Submitted: February 12, 2008

Car last seen: 1973, in New London, OH

Person sold to: Last name: Barker

Contact: lpsearl@verizon.net

Comments: "Believed to be bought new at Porter Ford in Milan, Ohio by a person named Stratton."

Submitted: February 12, 2008

Car last seen: 1995, in Greensboro, NC

Contact: jmassengale@triad.rr.com

Comments: "The interior was blue. This was my first car when I turned 16. I owned the car from roughly 1985-1995, then sold it. I am very interested in locating it again."

Submitted: February 8, 2008

Model: Galaxie Club Victoria Hardtop

Original color: Chestnut

Vehicle options: 352 CID, overdrive, radio (push button), magic air heater, white side walls, deluxe wheel covers

Contact: stewartbuck@yahoo.com or kstewart@avidcontrolsinc.com

Comments: "This car was ordered by my dad on 2-17-62 at Middlebrook Ford Sales in Anson, TX. He recently passed away and while going through his things I found the order form, the loan contract, insurance policy form, and the bank draft. I remember he used to talk about this car when I was a kid. I would like to try to find it and maybe try to buy it. It would mean a lot to me. Thank you for help."

Submitted: February 8, 2008

VIN: 1FTCR10A1RUC64724

Year: 1994

Model: Ranger

Original color: Burgundy/Gold

Vehicle options: Long bed, regular cab

Car last seen: November 2001, in Salinas, Calif.

Contact: steveandly@yahoo.com

Comments: "I was the original owner of this pickup. My wife actually bought the vehicle for me as a gift. I sold it to a gentlemen in Salinas, Ca. I recall he used the vehicle to deliver "Meals on Wheels" in the Salinas area. I believe he still has the truck, and is still delivering meals. I would like to contact him and maybe get an updated picture. The truck is two tone, burgundy on top gold on the bottom.."

Submitted: February 8, 2008

Year: 1931 (titled as a 1941, but actually a 1931)

VIN: 5083890

Model: "A" Roadster

Vehicle options: Red interior, Stewart Warner gauges, flathead with finned heads

Car last seen: 1955, in Cleveland, Ohio

Person sold to: Art DiFrancisco

Contact: tomsez@gmail.com

Comments: "Photos at www.podnar.org/HotRod/HotRod.html."

Click on the photo below to see a picture of this car:

Submitted: February 7, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate 573 HBH)

Original color: Pastel Blue

Vehicle options: A/C, automatic, 351W engine

Car last seen: Rio Dell, Calif.

Contact: btritten@palco.com

Comments: "This car was purchased from Suburban Ford in Sacramento, Calif. in 1973.I have only seen one other Mach 1 this color in Idaho in the late 1970s. This car had Ansen style slot mags on it when I traded it in to Fortuna Ford in Fortuna, Calif., in 1976. It had black interior and the hood and scoop were painted in gloss black with a 1969 Mach 1 stripe on the rear trunk and fender extensions. It also had a 351 emblem above the Mustang script on the bottom of the front fenders."

Submitted: February 7, 2008

VIN: 7F02S0144339

Original color: Moss Green Metallic

Comments: "This 1967 S code was bought by myself in Kentucky in 2002. I was told it was purchased originally in South Carolina. Anyone with any info or papers relating to this car please contact me."

Submitted: January 28, 2008

Vehicle options: Fastback, factory tach, AC, fold down rear seat

Comments: "I bought this Mach 1 in 2005. It was painted red at some point. The car originated from the Houston area, I believe. Any info on this car would be appreciated. Thanks."

Submitted: January 28, 2008

Submitted: January 28, 2008

Car last seen: 1985, in Batesville, AR

Person sold to: Chuck Flowers (deceased)

Comments: "This car was ordered from the factory by my father in 1968. I would love to find it for him. I still have the order form and the original bank note."

Submitted: January 28, 2008

Contact: bwarner3@cox.net

Submitted: January 28, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. plate JEA 285)

Year: 1963 1/2

Model: Falcon

Vehicle options: Tach

Car last seen: 1993, in Corona, CA

Contact: keasterling@envisionetics.com

Comments: "I bought this car in 1967 and drove it for 20+ years. Not having room at home to store it, I placed it in storage. During this time I was seriously injured at work and fell behind on my storage rental. Without telling me, the storage lot auctioned it off and refused to tell me to whom. This car was my pride and joy. I had upgraded the engine to a 289 CID from the stock 260 CID. The body was "cherry" condition, white top and red leather interior. It still had the Muntz 4 track deck in place. All I have left is the plate number of JEA285 California. Times are much better now and I am prepared to offer an appreciable reward for its location."

Submitted: January 21, 2008

Original color: Ivy Gold

Contact: leebarker501@btinternet.com

Submitted: January 21, 2008

Original color: Red, with white top

Vehicle options: Plexiglass rear window, 351 CID/4V engine/300 HP, 4-speed transmission, power disc brakes, power steering, tinted glass, AM radio, style steel wheels, white side wall tires, Traction-Lok differential, power top, rocker panel moldings, round clock, tachometer, dual outside color keyed mirrors, heavy duty suspension, shaker hood scoop, convenience group, deluxe seat belts, interior decor group

Car last seen: 1970, in Providence, RI

Contact: pckllc@yahoo.com

Comments: "Originally purchased on Dec. 31, 1969 from Coveney Ford Sales Inc., West Roxbury, MA. Car was traded to Dunn Ford Sales, Providence, RI during the summer of 1970 with approximately 46,000 miles on the odometer. Car had after market Mark IV air conditioner installed in it. Any information regarding this vehicle would be greatly appreciated."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Year: 1972

Original color: Burgundy

Vehicle options: Black interior, V8, automatic, factory sport wheels

Car last seen: 1978 in Bay City, MI (sold on West Thomas Street)

Contact: LAMustang69@aol.com

Comments: "Vehicle had 85,000 original miles when sold."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Vehicle options: SCJ, Drag Pack

Car last seen: 1972, in the Chicago area

Contact: mrpo66@comcast.net

Comments: "I still have the original window sticker and bill of sale."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Original color: Brittany Blue

Vehicle options: R code, 4 speed

Contact: rbt3246@bellsouth.net

Comments: "Car was to be crushed when found. 1969 Torino Cobra, 428 SCJ, 4-speed, V code axle (3.91 Detroit Locker), Drag-Pak car. Vehicle is stripped but rebuildable. Currently in Knoxville, TN."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Vehicle options: Bench seats, power windows, power steering, 302 CID

Contact: monkeygus@hotmail.com

Comments: "I just bought this car on eBay from a dealer in St. Louis. I would like to know more about it and the original owner(s). It was originally sold in the Boston area. The car is no longer the original color - it has been repainted what looks like Top Banana Yellow. It looks like someone started to do a restoration on it but couldn't complete it. Please email me if you have any information on this car. It is currently in Florida."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Vehicle options: 289 CID, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1971, in Ohio

Contact: aqharoper@cowboyway.com

Comments: "This car was bought new by my father in 1964 and I would like to find it for him. It was sold in 1970 or 1971 in Ohio."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

VIN: 6G300H1920668

Year: 1976

Model: Gran Torino

Original color: Red/white

Vehicle options: "Starsky and Hutch" edition

Car last seen: 1995, in Ashville, Al.

Contact: captain_roy2003@yahoo.com

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Original color: Red/black

Vehicle options: 428 CID, CJ, automatic

Car last seen: Late 1980s, in Fostoria, OH

Person sold to: Andrew Hamilton

Contact: qhorse13@tvscable.com

Comments: "Andrew sold this car to a guy named Butch Miller (I think). This car had the dash pad cut for a stereo equalizer. One shock tower had been welded on. Painted black around the bottom and the tail piece."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Model: Fairlane XL

Original color: Bronze

Vehicle options: 390 CID, C6 automatic, console, black interior, bucket seats

Car last seen: 1975, in San Jose, CA

Person sold to: Jim Bikendal (Birkenthal?)

Contact: rschranz@hotmail.com, or (808)-875-8287

Comments: "California old black and yellow license plate URC 494. All black interior on this two-door hardtop with bucket seats and auto floor shift with console. $250 reward for leading me to the car or the purchaser."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Model: Galaxie 500

Vehicle options: 390 CID, automatic, power steering, power brakes

Car last seen: 1990s, in Youngstown, OH

Contact: syd919@juno.com

Comments: "Was my first car. Sold in 1991 in Trumbull Co., OH. Looking up Ohio BMV, it has been titled in Mahoning Co. (Youngstown) OH since 2001. She is a bench seat Galaxie 500 with aqua interior and exterior. 390 CID, 2-bbl. V8."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

VIN: Motor no. 13221529

Year: 1926

Model: Model T

Contact: dmbrown@midrivers.com

Car last seen: 1930s

Comments: "My grandparents bought this car new - it has been out of the family since the 1930's and none of my family remember what happened to it."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

Original color: May be red

Vehicle options: 289 CID, automatic, fastback

Car last seen: Greenwood, SC

Contact: patrick.timms@cityofgreenwoodsc.com

Comments: "Black fastback, some add ons, first fastback Mustang. Car is still in my name, just trying to find out what happened to it."

Submitted: January 20, 2008

VIN: (No VIN submitted, but Calif. license plate SQW 452)

Year: 1966

Contact: lisa.voegtly@roadrunner.com

Vehicle options: A/C

Car last seen: 1989

Comments: "This car was painted black with a fine white pinstripe along the body. Was sold thru Auto Trader to private party; I lived in Garden Grove at the time. Car still had original black license plates w/yellow lettering at time of sale (SQW 452). This was the first car I ever bought and hope it's living a happy life but would love to see it again if possible."

Submitted: January 14, 2008

Original color: Candyapple Red

Vehicle options: Pony interior

Car last seen: About 1983, in Bloomington, IN

Person sold to: Sold in 1972 to David Kemp

Contact: rjcksn@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "I purchased this Mustang new from Smith Ford in Garden Grove, Calif., in December 1965. The original California black plate was SKB 049. I brought it to Bloomfield, IN, on June 1, 1967 where it remained until 1972 when I sold it to David Kemp who later resided in Bloomington, IN where it was again sold in about 1978. The Indiana DMV indicated it was sold in Bloomington in 1983 and title was transferred to Ohio about that time. The Ohio DMV records indicate it was never titled there. I have a photo of this Mustang taken in 1966 (click thumbnail below for full-sized photo)."

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Body Style: Convetible

Car last seen: May 2006

Person sold to: Edward Styczynski, Brick, NJ

Contact: tbndb98@verizon.net, or 941-924-5308

Comments: "Sold 5/3/06 to Edward Styczynski, Brick, NJ "

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Vehicle options: Has 289 CID currently

Car last seen: January 2008

Person sold to: Tom Baughman, 8312 Misty Wood Court, Sarasota, FL 34241

Contact: tbndb98@verizon.net, or 941-924-5308

Comments: "Purchased 11/2/95 from Fred Koehler, Hebron Springs, AR."

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Original color: Currently red

Vehicle options: Has 289 CID currently

Car last seen: January 2008

Person sold to: Tom Baughman, 8312 Misty Wood Court, Sarasota, FL 34241

Contact: tbndb98@verizon.net, or 941-924-5308

Comments: "Purchased 7/21/96 from William Baibak, Columbus, IN. Restoration completed 8/20/07 and is now for sale for $26,000."

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Original color: Lime Green

Car last seen: 1978, Des Moines, Iowa

Contact: h3070@cs.com

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Model: Mustang Cobra II

Car last seen: 1978, Des Moines, Iowa

Contact: h3070@cs.com

Submitted: January 13, 2008

Model: Custom 500

Car last seen: November 2007

Vehicle options: A/C

Contact: (860) 639-6699

Comments: "This is a 429 4V Cobra Jet, restored Police Interceptor package, numbers matching and is Medium Metallic Blue (Ford color) with a stainless steel whip antenna on the driver's side rear 1/4 panel, and was registered in FL."

Submitted: January 9, 2008

Year: 1973

Model: LTD Country Squire

Body Style: Station wagon

Vehicle options: Power steering, brakes, A/C

Car last seen: 1983, in Wynne, AR

Contact: raytexas2000@hotmail.com

Comments: "The car was traded for a Dodge Polara in Wynne, AR, back in the '80s. It was red with wood grain down the sides and was originally bought from Phil Long Ford in Colorado Springs, CO. It had black interior with Colorado plates: KW-2878. It also had a 460 CID automatic. This car means a lot to me and my sister; last known registration was Patricia Ann White, Fountain, CO. Thanks, Ray White."

Submitted: January 9, 2008

Original color: Royal Maroon

Vehicle options: 302 CID/2bbl.

Car last seen: 1972

Contact: kberndt5@yahoo.com

Comments: "This car originally belonged to my father. He sold it because my siblings and I grew too big for the back seat, but he kept all of the original paperwork (owners manual, etc.). We would love to find it, restore it and give it back to him if possible. Thanks."

Submitted: January 7, 2008

Vehicle options: 390 CID, rear antenna, tinted glass, power steering, power brakes, AM radio, visibility group, styled steel wheel covers

Car last seen: 2007, in Kent, OH

Person sold to: John Schmidt (current owner)

Contact: syd919@juno.com

Comments: "Bought this car out of a NC/SC estate. Have restored and am looking for vehicle history. I have an AAMCO receipt from 1981 in Atlanta and car was sold new in Boston, MA (DSO is Boston). Would love to hear from previous owners. She is a bucket-seated Galaxie XL with the parchment (tan-creme) interior and aqua exterior. Can supply pics."

Submitted: January 7, 2008

Vehicle options: 429 CID, Super Cobra Jet, Drag Pack option

Car last seen: 1973, in Simsbury, CT

Person sold to: Wagner Ford

Contact: wriley71@hotmail.com

Comments: "Very rare 429 Super Cobra Jet with shaker hood and solid lifters. The only way to get the solid lifters was by ordering the Drag Pack which even most dealers didn't know about. Traded the car for a 1974 Pinto wagon!"

Submitted: December 26, 2007

Car last seen: 1982, in Clearwater, FL

Contact: peppysac@aol.com

Comments: "This was the first car I owned in 1970. I would like to find out who owns it now or what state it is in. It is a fastback 2+2. Any help would be appreciated."

Submitted: December 10, 2007

Contact: blackwidow67@optonline.net

Submitted: December 15, 2007

Vehicle options: V8, power steering, power top

Car last seen: 1991, in Edison, NJ

Contact: johnehnat@hotmail.com

Comments: "This was my first car and I would really love to get it back. I made a stupid mistake by selling it in the first place."

Submitted: December 10, 2007

VIN: 1FAFP42XXWF257735

Vehicle options: Gold rally stripes, custom exhaust and aftermarket C-pillars

Car last seen: 2006, in Munith, MI

Contact: jbenjamin7777@yahoo.com

Submitted: December 10, 2007

Original color: White, with primer

Vehicle options: 351C, fastback

Car last seen: 1984, in Reston, Va.

Person sold to: Steve (no last name given)

Contact: gangan1981@bellsouth.net

Comments: "This is the one that still haunts me to this day. I drove it for 18 months and tried to fix it up but I was working at Kmart part time and could never get around to it. I sold it to a friend for $150, thinking I could get it back. Unfortunately, he let it go and it got towed away. I tried to get it back for the towing fee but the towing company gave me the runaround. I am a lot older now but can't listen to an Iron Maiden song without forming a tear to this day."

Submitted: April 8, 2007

Model: Galaxie 500

Vehicle options: Power steering, A/C, custom dual exhaust, rear air shocks, various modifications

Car last seen: 2006, in San Bernadino, Ca.

Person sold to: Auctioned (lien sale)

Contact: paul_maul_100s@yahoo.com

Comments: "I invested five years of personal time, money and effort bringing this car back from the dead, and bringing it to life. I finally had its mechanical issues just about squared away and had prepped, primed and planned to paint. Like a fool, however, while it was off the road I neglected to keep the registration current, and one fateful day while driving to pick my mother up from work, a California Highway Patrol officer ran my plates. To make a long story short, they ended up taking my vehicle away, appraised it at a hefty $1,200 to get out of impound, which I had no dream of being able to pay, and auctioned it off. Anyhow, I still couldn't afford to buy it back from whoever ended up with it, but i do have a 100 percent knowledge of that car inside and out. I documented every bit of work myself or various shops have done to it. I also have a nice stack of lifetime warranties on some expensive parts saved thru the years that I'm sure the new owner would find priceless to have. Even if I can't have her, I want make sure she's being treated properly. Thanks."

Submitted: April 8, 2007

Vehicle options: Boss 302

Contact: terrycline9@aol.com

Comments: "Looking for engine block #OFO2G138293."

Submitted: April 8, 2007

Vehicle options: Boss 302

Car last seen: 1970, Rushville, Il.

Person sold to: Local Ford dealer

Contact: (309) 458-6226

Comments: "We owned this car when first married; would like to know its current whereabouts."

Submitted: April 8, 2007

Person sold to: Robert Meek

Car last seen: 1996

Contact: tonyrhodes66@yahoo.com , or 540-974-0137

Comments: "Lost my best friend!"

Submitted: March 12, 2007

Original color: Burgundy

Vehicle options: 289 CID/HiPo, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1969, in Wolcott, CT

Contact: kwik64@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "I bought this car used in November 1965 from Crestwood Ford in Watertown, CT. Sold it when I got married and never saw it again. It was a two-door hardtop and came from the factory with a 289 CID/271 H.P. motor, 4-speed transmission, burgundy exterior, black bench seat interior. When sold it had a spray-on black vinyl roof and a Thunderbolt style bubble hood. Would like to know if car still exists or when and where it might have been sent to a junkyard. Thanks for any help!"

Click on the image for an original photo of Ken Duren's 1964 Ford Fairlane:

Submitted: March 12, 2007

Vehicle options: Fastback, 302 CID, automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, A/C, induction hood

Car last seen: 1984, in Lake Eufaula, OK

Person sold to: Mark Beaver, Eufaula, OK

Contact: oklaguy67@yahoo.com

Comments: "This car was ordered new in 1969 by my aunt. Her name is June Yvonne Davis. She lived at Sand Springs, OK, when she purchased it. We got the car from her about 1979. Mark Beaver bought the car out of our yard at Onapa, OK about 1984. Haven't seen it since. The reverse was out of tranny when he bought it and it had a small dent behind the passenger rear wheel. Had factory hubcaps and induction hood with turn signal indicators on it."

Submitted: March 11, 2007

Original color: Lime Gold

Car last seen: 1984, in Festus, Missouri

Contact: cmahne63126@yahoo.com

Comments: "Sold through Elmer Sago car care center."

Submitted: March 10, 2007

Original color: Bright Red

Vehicle options: Fastback, laser stripes, white and black interior, 351C-4V

Car last seen: 1984, in San Antonio, Texas

Contact: rightradio@yahoo.com

Comments: "Family car - sold in mid-'80s to local young buyer. Looking to locate to restore. Thanks, RA."

Submitted: March 10, 2007

Original color: Springtime Yellow

Car last seen: 1991

Contact: marcusedell@comcast.net

Submitted: March 10, 2007

Original color: Poppy Red

Vehicle options: K code, fastback

Car last seen: 2005, in Ohio

Contact: ljweaver@zoominternet.net , or 724-938-3714

Comments: "Trying to locate any of the previous owners of my Mustang. Last owner was in Ohio but can't locate him. Any help would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Jeff Weaver."

Submitted: March 5, 2007

Vehicle options: 250 CID/98HP, 1-bbl, assembled at Dearborn, Mich.

Car last seen: 1977, in Ohio

Contact: aboles1@tampabay.rr.com

Comments: "This was my father's car. He is now ill and I am looking for the car or any info you might have about the car. Thanks."

Submitted: March 5, 2007

Car last seen: 1975, in Freeport, New York

Contact: fujimo512@yahoo.com

Submitted: March 5, 2007

Vehicle options: Power steering, power top

Car last seen: 2007

Contact: texaspringer@aol.com

Comments: "Looking for previous owners."

Submitted: March 5, 2007

VIN: 1FACP40E1NF124980

Year: 1992

Contact: emericansk8r01@netscape.net

Car last seen: 2005

Comments: "This was a vehicle that I sold and would like to buy it back."

Submitted: March 4, 2007

Original color: Deep Forest Green, with red stripes

Car last seen: 1971, in Kansas City, Kansas

Contact: wrr0303@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "Looking for my first new car."

Submitted: March 4, 2007

Car last seen: 1990, in Mass.

Original color: Teal

Contact: gary@finepropertiesnh.com

Comments: "Car was white with a black interior; 4-speed, 406 CID (was a 390 CID originally), 4:11 Detroit Locker, base fastback no options."

Submitted: March 4, 2007

Vehicle options: Power steering, power brakes, factory tach

Car last seen: 1989, in Elliston, Va.

Contact: mustanggt@rapidcable.com

Comments: "First car I ever owned, would like to find if possible."

Submitted: March 4, 2007

Vehicle options: Z code (390 CID)

Contact: loyd_smith@hotmail.com

Comments: "In need of more info on my red 1961 Starliner, former drag racing car. It is lettered with the "Incredible Ford" on both rear quarters and has the words "Ford Power" on the deck lid in very large letters. As the story goes, it was raced on the East coast at Piedmont Drag Strip (North Carolina) from the '60s to about 1979 with a big block 390 or 427/4-speed. It had a NC title. This car has had major work to get the weight down and has plastic windows. I have photos of what it looked like when I found it. Car is undergoing a total frame off now so if you have any info please email me. Thanks."

Submitted: March 4, 2007

Model: Galaxie 500 (fastback)

Vehicle options: 390 CID, manual transmission

Car last seen: 1969, in Clifton, NJ

Person sold to: Fred Schroeder

Contact: 37gasser@optonline.net

Submitted: March 3, 2007

Vehicle options: Mach I

Car last seen: 1983, in Memphis, Tn.

Contact: wyattmmphs@aol.com

Comments: "My dad owned this car for a while. It is a green 1969 Mach 1 mustang. He sold it in 1983 in Memphis, Tn., to a man who bought it for his 16-year-old son. The car had a 351C in it with a fold down back seat. I remember it was really fast. I was about 6 or 7 when he sold it and I am 30 now. Would love to find it."

Submitted: March 2, 2007

Car last seen: 1987, in Jonesboro, AR

Person sold to: Bruce Wrinkles (I think)

Contact: alanandnikki@netscape.com

Comments: "My father and I had two 1964 Falcons that we worked on, raced, and drove. One of them was suppose to be mine when I got old enough, but it never happened. He died in a wreck before I could drive. My loving mother sold both of them without telling me because it would have been just too hard to look at them. Unfortunatly, I do not know where to start. I have the VIN for the white one, but can't find any VIN for the red one. So, if anyone has had success in finding old cars, I would love to pick your brain. Thanks, Alan."

Submitted: March 2, 2007

Vehicle options: 200 CID, automatic

Car last seen: 1987, in Pine Bluff, AR

Person sold to: Kim Chebahtah

Contact: 737IP@cox.net

Comments: "This car has a lot of sentimental value to my wife. I would like to buy it back if I can find it."

Submitted: March 1, 2007

Vehicle options: Bench seat, 200 CID

Car last seen: 1981, in Portland, OR

Person sold to: Dennis Dixon

Contact: 66289hp@msn.com

Comments: "Oregon plate #FCZ 625. Received down payment in 1981, then purchaser went to California and didn't finish payments. I heard it may have been taken to Michigan and put in a junk yard, but who knows? I would just like to have the car back, not money. It was a family car."

Submitted: January 1, 2007

Vehicle options: Fold-down rear seat

Car last seen: 1989, in Eaton, OH

Contact: cdawalt@selcoeng.com

Comments: "Car was painted Candyapple Red in 1985 and had white/gold Mach 1 stripes; 4 spd., 351W CID, no A/C."

Submitted: January 1, 2007

Year: 1968

Original color: Originally white, but metallic blue when I bought it

Vehicle options: 289 CID, A/C, custom stereo system

Car last seen: 1995, at 7106 Brockington Drive, Katy, Texas

Person sold to: Unknown

Contact: mattjfreeman@yahoo.com

Comments: "The license plate was Texas plate #GHW-O6J when I bought the car. I believe it was the same when sold, but I could be mistaken. My mom said she sold it to a man who came by a few times while I was in the armed forces to ask her if she would sell it to him.

I am 30 now and have tried to forget about it and move on, but I am constantly searching the Internet for other '68s just like it or similar. I would absolutely love the opportunity to buy it back in the future, or I could just sleep better at night just to see it one more time and know it is still out there.

Please, if anyone out there knows where or who it was sold to, or knows someone who bought a '68 fastback in the Houston-area in mid-summer 1995, I would just love to hear about or see what has been done to the car.

Thank you and thanks for this web site. It is good to see that there are people out there that care as much as I do."

Submitted: January 1, 2007

Vehicle options: Ranger

Car last seen: 1976, in Ontario, Canada

Person sold to: Janice Cody

Contact: flcody@hotmail.com

Comments: "I sold this truck to my sister Janice and her ex-boyfriend talked her into taking him back to Ontario where he promptly dumped her with no money. The truck was sold to either an individual or a dealer for a rusted out Toyota. Would really like to know if the truck still exists or was wrecked."

Submitted: January 1, 2007

Original color: Canary Yellow, with black trim

Vehicle options: GT fastback

Car last seen: 1974, in Oakland City, Ind.

Person sold to: John Willis

Contact: 812-677-0658

Comments: "This was my dad's first car, purchased new. I always wanted to find it but never got a chance because he passed away last year at the age 57 from leukemia. I am in a passionate search to locate this car. I have the original purchase agreement from the dealer (McCord Auto Sales, Inc., Winslow, Indiana, on Oct. 5, 1968.)"

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Contact: stanley723@hotmail.com

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Original color: Maroon

Car last seen: Denham Springs, La.

Contact: 225-261-9808

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Original color: Royal Maroon

Vehicle options: 428 CID/Cobra Jet, 4-speed, 3:50 gears

Car last seen: 1974, in Johnson City, Tenn.

Contact: skibeech1@skybest.com , or 828-737-0386

Comments: "First love - rare Mustang GT. Fast."

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Model: Galaxy 500

Original color: Red/white

Car last seen: 1982, in Athens, Tx.

Contact: szimme13004@earthlink.com

Comments: "This car was stolen in 1982 in Athens, Texas. This car was red with a white stripe on the front hood and back trunk."

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Original color: Highland Green

Contact: fbstang1968@hotmail.com

Comments: "I purchaced this car in 2005. I know the last two owners of it. The guy that sold the car to the guy that I bought from said that he bought the car in Detroit 10-15 years ago. I would like to find out all of the people that owned this car."

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Vehicle options: 289-4V/Hi-Po

Car last seen: 1985, in California

Contact: TJDMORA@AOL.COM , or 916-371-4350

Comments: "I sold the car to a business called The Mustang Ranch in Santa Clara, CA (approximately 45 minutes south of San Francisco) in 1985. The company was going to resell the car and it carried a California personal plate of HPRF 65. For some reason, I believe the car may have ended up in New York. Although the car was a hi-performance 289 model, there was no engine or trans in the car when I bought it. When the car was sold, it contained a stout, rebuilt 1965 289 CID with some go-fast goodies and Top Loader 4-sp. I'd appreciate contact from the owners.

Thanks,
Tom De La Mora."

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Original color: Brown

Car last seen: 2003

Contact: guerr29@aol.com , or 209-238-3440

Comments: "Give me a call if you guys find anything. Thank you."

Submitted: December 31, 2006

Car last seen: 1990, in Winthrop, CT

Contact: prjohnson3@cs.com

Comments: "The car had a Boss 351 motor that replaced the 302. It also had a Shelby roll bar."

Submitted: October 22, 2006

Vehicle options: Deluxe interior

Car last seen: 1977, in Huntington, WV

Contact: DBeals56@MSN.COM

Comments: "This was my first car, stolen on June 6, 1977. I have never stopped looking for my car. Eight Mustangs were stolen on the same day as mine but, my car was the only one not recovered. I would love to have my first car back. I was working at a service station to pay for it."

Submitted: October 22, 2006

Model: F-100

Original color: Powder Blue

Vehicle options: None

Car last seen: 2002, in Mesa, Ariz.

Contact: don2222222@yahoo.com

Comments: "300 CID 6-cyl, three-on-the-tree, long bed, work truck. The old license plate was an Arizona plate EN-6609. It was sold to a junkyard but I don't know the name. They picked it up with a tow truck. Shouldn't have sold it - the body was in near mint condition, it just quit running. I'd love to get it back and fix it up. It was my first vehicle and I owned it since 1982."

Submitted: October 22, 2006

Original color: Baby Blue, with white convertible top

Vehicle options: Had a 1957 model year 312 CID engine

Car last seen: 1964 in Bennettsville, South Carolina

Person sold to: Jimmy Leviner Jr.

Contact: benman3@carolina.rr.com , or 910-334-1299

Comments: "This was my dad's first car. He sold it in 1963. We had NCDMV do a title search several years back and the car left North Carolina in 1964. Contacted SCDMV and only showed it being registered that year to a Jimmy Leviner Jr. in Bennettsville S.C. Would love to know the fate of the car and if it still exsists. Reward offered to anyone with information."

Submitted: October 22, 2006

Original color: Blue, with white stripe

Vehicle options: Automatic transmission, 302 CID, AM/FM stereo, white vinyl top and hood scoop

Car last seen: 1972, in Fredericksburg, Va.

Contact: jonwhite@netscape.com

Comments: "My mother bought this car new and was talked into trading it in sometime in 1972 but has regretted it ever since. She has long since given up on seeing it again but, I am still looking. The last three of the vin may be 882 instead of 802. She has the original registration so it is a little faded. If you have any info on this car please let me know."

Submitted: August 24, 2006

Model: Mustang Boss 302

Original color: Bright Gold Metallic

Vehicle options: Decor interior, Rimblow steering wheel, tach, rear slats, rear spoiler, Magnum 500 wheels, 3:91 axle, electric clock, console, disc brakes, intermittent wipers, power steering, AM/FM radio

Car last seen: 2006

Contact: trowelon@bigpond.net.au

Comments: "This car is now in Australia and had spent the last 20 years sitting in a barn in Florida. There are some race modifications done to the car. I would like to hear from any prior owners or any info on its history."

Submitted: August 8, 2006

Model: Mustang Boss 302

Vehicle options: Shaker, Sport Slats, tach, power steering

Car last seen: 2006

Contact: et_russ@yahoo.com

Comments: "This car was originally sold in Scottsbluff, NE, and I believe spent most of its life in the Denver, CO, area. I currently own the car and am looking for any history and/or pictures of the car."

Submitted: August 8, 2006

Vehicle options: Pony interior, 4-spd.

Contact: larryo815@alltel.net

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Body Style: Two-door (fastback)

Original color: Candy Apple Red

Vehicle options: GT, 289 CID HiPo

Car last seen: 1972, in southwest Pennsylvania

Contact: ljweaver@zoominternet.net

Comments: "This was my first car and will pay a finders fee."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Model: Gran Torino Sport

Original color: Gold, with laser stripe

Car last seen: 1985, in Alexandria, Va.

Contact: vic2963@aol.com

Comments: "This was the second car I ever owned. The motor blew up and instead of having another one put in I sold it. I recently found a picture of the car and I started wondering about it. If this car is still around I would love to have it again and restore it. Please help me."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Vehicle options: 289 CID HiPo

Car last seen: 1966, headed to Texas

Contact: jcagle@bellsouth.net

Comments: "Black 1963 Ford Fairlane 500, two-door hardtop, with red interior. 289 CID HiPo engine with 3-speed on column."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Vehicle options: GT package

Car last seen: 1995, in Maryland

Contact: terry.h.hall@hitchcock.org

Comments: "Car was white, had a blue drivers door, and primered red on the passenger side. May have been sold for parts."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Vehicle options: GT package

Car last seen: 1995, in Maryland

Contact: terry.h.hall@hitchcock.org

Comments: "Car was white, had a blue drivers door, and primered red on the passenger side. May have been sold for parts."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Vehicle options: 351W CID

Contact: aandlcoffey@aol.com , or 828-234-8274

Comments: "This car belonged to my mother. It was traded in in Hickory, NC between 1977-80. Any info on this car is extremely appreciated. I have the original title for it."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Vehicle options: Shaker hood scoop, A/C, tilt steering wheel, AM/8-track, sport slats, both spoilers

Contact: ontheroad66@verizon.net

Comments: "I bought this car from a retiring state trooper who I cannot find since he has moved. I am looking for info on previous owners about the car's history. This car still has the Florida state inspection sticker from 1972-73 on windshield. I believe previous owner purchased it in Florida in 1993. The car was ordered new from Terry Ford in Pompano Beach in September 1969."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Car last seen: 2006, in Utah

Contact: BB_POST_BOX@HOTMAIL.com

Comments: "July 11, 2006: The car frame and undercarriage is in outstanding condition, solid all around. Body is very straight, paint is a poor repaint of original over a repaint of red. I am having a nice job done, original engine 260/3-spd."

Submitted: August 7, 2006

Car last seen: 1983 Birmingham, AL.

Contact: randy_knig@ovalstrapping.com

Comments: "This car was stolen in 1983, and I have just recently found the VIN."

Submitted: June 5, 2006

Model: Gran Torino

Original color: Red and white ("Starsky and Hutch" limited edition)

Car last seen: 1996, in Huntington, WV

Person sold to: Doug Ramey

Contact: tv_2m8o@comcast.net

Submitted: June 5, 2006

Contact: outlawkustoms@aol.com

Submitted: June 4, 2006

Original color: Sauterne Gold

Contact: Peterbilt424@aol.com

Submitted: June 4, 2006

Vehicle options: Power steering, A/C, automatic transmission

Contact: mach11972@kuhncom.net

Submitted: May 29, 2006

Car last seen: 1980 or 1981

Contact: geetoe@infonection.com

Comments: "I sold this truck to someone in Pennyslvania or Maryland because I was moving out west. It is the only vehicle of many I've owned I wish I could have back. I think "Henry" was originally red, but when I had him he was brush painted black. He had side racks, a 239 V8 and three speed on the floor. At the very least, I'd like to know if he's still alive."

Submitted: May 29, 2006

Original color: Frost Turquoise

Vehicle options: 289 CID, automatic, power steering

Contact: t_chelle16@yahoo.com

Comments: "I recently bought this car and am just curious to find out a little more history on it.

1967 Mustang coupe, originally Frost Turquoise, but was repainted more of a bright turquoise. Body is in extremely good shape for being in the Midwest and has just a few minor rust problems. Has an aqua interior that needs a fair amount of work.

I bought it from a dealership in Kansas City in November 2005 and was told it came from Hawaii. It appears to be a factory heater delete car (still had the original plugs in the firewall) so I'm willing to bet it probably spent a good chunk of its life there or southern California. According to receipts that were in the glove box and inspection stickers on the rear bumper, it looks like it just came to Kansas/Missouri from Hawaii sometime around 2004 - 2005.

I do know that it was owned by a Daniel Clemons and sold to Nancy Sherk of Ted A Rea, Inc. (luxury and import car dealer) of Leavenworth, KS, in August 2005.

So, if this was your car at one time, rest assured I am taking good care of it and will be fixing it up. And if you'd like contact me and share a little more of its history, I'd appreciate it. I'd also like to say thanks for taking good care of it and not letting it rust out in a barn somewhere.

UPDATE (Dec. 31, 2006): I recently decided to replace the engine with a rebuilt one. The engine that was in the car is actually a 302 with 289 heads which means that this is not the original engine. A previous owner must have replaced it at some point."

Submitted: May 29, 2006

Original color: Pastel Blue

Vehicle options: Automatic, floor console

Car last seen: I currently own this car

Contact: tom.glass@tycoelectronics.com

Comments: "I have owned this car since Aug. 1st, 1984. Purchased by my mother for me from a small car lot in Washington, NC. Was originally sold by a Ford Dealer in VA, but I have no history of its first 13 years. Originally a very plain car - light blue with blue standard interior with C-4 auto and console, whitewalls on hub caps. Now resto-modifyied to a well optioned but period correct look. Was told prior owner was a mechanic. Any info on who owned and loved this car prior to 1984 would be very helpful!"

Submitted: May 29, 2006

Vehicle options: Rear wing, fold down rear seat, 4-spd, 351C-4v, power brakes, 3.25 open rear axle, Shaker hood, two-tone hood, sport mirrors, front and rear sway bars

Car last seen: I currently own this car

Contact: bigmohank@netscape.net

Comments: "Purchased in July of 1981 at Charlie Rossie Ford in Scottsdale, AZ. Probably came from eastern or northern U.S.A., due to the amount of rust in floorboards. Also notable is it has no power steering or A/C, never had it. Just hoping to find info from previous owners."

Submitted: May 27, 2006

Original color: Corinthian White

Vehicle options: Radio, heater, Cruise-o-matic, safety package "A", wheel covers, backup lights, electric clock, fender skirts

Car last seen: 1967, in Bessemer, AL

Person sold to: Long Lewis Ford, Bessemer, AL

Contact: charlesglass@hotmail.com

Comments: "I bought this car new on Dec 31, 1960 from Edmunds Ford Town, 1401 Third Avenue West, Birmingham, AL and it was my first new car. I would like to know its whereabouts and would like to own it once again."

Submitted: May 21, 2006

Original color: Lime Green Metallic

Vehicle options: Mach I

Car last seen: 1999, in Huntington Beach, Calif.

Person sold to: Possibly sent to Australia

Contact: smesqinoc@yahoo.com

Comments: "Gave this 1969 Mach 1 to girlfriend, later split. She drove for a while, then sold it for something mroe economical. Lime Green Metallic, had lacquer checked paint on it at the time. Magnum 500s, black interior, fold downrear seat, console, hood tachometer, and Cobra valve covers. Engine was a 351W-4V, with FMX auto transmission. Would like to know it went to a good home and its current state of restoration. Cheers, mates."

Submitted: May 21, 2006

Original color: Arctic Blue

Car last seen: 1999, in Blodgett, Oregon

Person sold to: John Dorsey

Contact: toothgirl00@yahoo.com

Comments: "Car was last seen in Blodgett, Oregon in 1999. Was being taken to Amity, Oregon for repair work. Good condition, had just been repainted, interior redone, and had a headline in the trunk to do next."

Submitted: May 4, 2006

Original color: Two-tone blue

Vehicle options: A/C, cruise control, power brakes

Car last seen: August 6, 1992, in Lebanon, Indiana

Contact: danh@insightbb.com or partspoor@yahoo.com

Comments: "This restored two-tone blue F150 Ranger pickup disappeared from my driveway in 1992 and I have been looking for it since. This truck is Midnight Blue Metallic over light baby blue. Light Blue on roof. International style Clearance Lights accross the front roofline. Pictures avaiable upon request. Thank you for your help!"

Submitted: May 4, 2006

Original color: Silversmoke Grey

Vehicle options: 289-4V, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1967, in Easley, S.C.

Contact: k4jf@att.net

Submitted: May 4, 2006

Vehicle options: Pony interior

Car last seen: 1977, in Houston, Texas

Contact: ASMITH5818@AOL.COM

Comments: "This car broken down and the next day it was gone. Checked with the Houston, Texas police department, but no tow was ever done."

Submitted: May 2, 2006

Vehicle options: Power steering

Car last seen: 2006, in Belgium

Person sold to: Patrick Blancquaert

Contact: pateleanor@skynet.be

Comments: "Originally, this car had a 3-speed manual gearbox with a standard conventional 2.79:1 axle and standard black interior. I am the fifth owner here in Belgium. But the car's history in the U.S. is unknown to me. I would like to find out the names of those who owned this car and there whereabouts. The only thing I know is that the car had been restored in Huntington Beach, CA, from April-June 1996 by Nick Masters and Alex Tortes. Shortly after, the car was sold and exported to Belgium. In 1998, the car was restored in Belgium a second time and in winter of 2005 I restored the engine compartment completely. I would be very interested to know about this car's history because I've already found out everything about it's time here in Belgium. If possible, I would like to know who owned the car and how it was treated. I would be much obliged. Check out www.mustang1969.be to see what she has become. Regards, Patrick."

Submitted: May 1, 2006

Original color: Medium Metallic Blue

Vehicle options: 351C CID, C6 automatic transmission

Car last seen: 1973, in Bettendorf, Iowa

Contact: mmccleary@prodigy.net

Comments: "I am trying to find this Mustang for my husband for our 35th anniversary. This was the car we met in. Willing to buy, any shape. Thank you, M. McCleary."

Submitted: February 26, 2006

Original color: Beige

Car last seen: 1999, in Nebraska

Contact: msolsmobile@yahoo.com

Submitted: February 26, 2006

Original color: Columbine Blue

Car last seen: 2002, in Arizona

Person sold to: Last name: "Swartz"

Contact: post@butlerbygg.no

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Vehicle options: 351 2V, FMX transmission, bucket seats, 1969 GT Wheels

Car last seen: Around 1984, in Napa, Calif.

Person sold to: Jay Shaw

Contact: cheizus@netzero.net

Comments: "I traded this car when I was in high school; I have never forgiven myself for it. I have been searching for this car pretty much ever since. I heard rumors of it setting in American Canyon, Calif. but have not been able to track it down. I really don't care what condition it is in now. I now have two sons and would love nothing more than to restore this car with them. Any help is greatly appreciated."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Vehicle options: GT, 4-speed transmission

Car last seen: 1980, in Middlesex, NC

Contact: conson@tmlp.com , or (508) 889-8000

Comments: "Sold new in Charlotte, NC area. Interested in any vehicle history. Looks like it was a drag car for a while."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Car last seen: 1980, in Middlesex, NC

Contact: strick@bbnp.com

Comments: "Please help me find this car."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Original color: White, with blacked out hood

Car last seen: 1976, in North Carolina

Contact: aandlcoffey@aol.com , or (828) 759-0752

Comments: "Hi, I'm looking for my mother's 1969 Mach 1. It was a North Carolina car traded in for a Datsun truck around 1976 or 1977. It was white with a blacked-out hood and red "Mach I" lettering. I would like to have any information leading to this car. Possible trade in the areas of Hickory, Lenoir, Boone, Statesville and Morganton."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Original color: Red, with laser stripes (yellow to red)

Vehicle options: FMX transmission, A/C, power steering, power brakes, luggage rack

Car last seen: 1985, in Jacksonville, FL

Contact: dlbutler@bellsouth.net

Comments: "I, like most, have regretted selling this car but as a Second Class Petty officer in the Navy I could not afford to keep it. The car was red with red interior and a white top with a safety glass rear window. I would like to get in touch with the current owner if this car is still around."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Original color: Silver Sand

Vehicle options: 351C CID, automatic

Car last seen: 1986, in Richmond, VA

Contact: docrockit@cox.net

Comments: "Dad bought this car brand new in 1972 from Parrish Ford in Richmond, VA. We sold it like idiots in 1986. I have been told it is not registered anywhere in the US. If you know where this car is please call (252) 943-8832. It was blue when we sold it."

Submitted: February 23, 2006

Original color: Light Pewter Metallic

Vehicle options: 351 Cobra Jet, Ram Air, Hurst 4-speed, power windows, A/C, tilt steering, Magnum 500s, deluxe interior, tinted windows complete, AM 8-track, deluxe Rim Blow steering wheel

Contact: badger401@shaw.ca

Comments: "This Mach 1 was ordered in November 1971 through Turner Motors located at 601 El Camino Real, San Bruno, California. It was picked up by the owner on the first week of Jan 72.

The car must have been a "customer ordered" vehicle judging by the options list. I'm looking for anyone who may have information as to the original owner of this Mach 1, possibly around the San Bruno or San Diego areas in 1972. The car then ended up in Phoenix, Arizona somewhere between 1972 to about 1983. It was eventually painted metallic dark blue around 1981 to 1983, before being sold to a gentleman in Canada. The original owner of this car may have travelled the highways with this car as it was geared with 3:25, and A/C with the tinted windows. Does this ring a bell with anyone? Please contact me."

Submitted: February 22, 2006

Year: 1948

Model: Sedan

Vehicle options: Ivory-color steering wheel

Car last seen: 1959, in Los Angeles, Calif.

Contact: realty@raymonddebbie.com

Comments: "California license plate number FMT 763, golden/tan, and white tuck and roll interior."

Submitted: February 22, 2006

Vehicle options: Black interior

Car last seen: Lancaster, SC

Contact: karlig@comporium.net

Comments: "Same story as many of you; my grandfather owned this vehicle. My mother said she would never sell the car but got hard up for money and sold it for a very small sum of money. I was too young to do anything about it. I have searched many years hoping I would one day find this precious car, but I need help. I would love to have the car back, but have had no luck finding it. I last saw the car about 12 years ago. Any help would be appreciated. There are two VINs listed on the paperwork I have: 7A55H239190 and 7A55H279190. I do not know which is the correct one."

Submitted: January 30, 2006

Car last seen: Illinois

Contact: goodbirds@infowest.com

Submitted: December 31, 2005

Original color: Chesapeake Blue

Vehicle options: Original HiPo car

Contact: Mhami47@hotmail.com

Comments: "Ex-race car from early 60s; need any information that anyone may have."

Submitted: December 31, 2005

Vehicle options: 429 SCJ, Drag Pack option

Car last seen: 1972

Contact: mrpo66@comcast.net

Submitted: December 31, 2005

VIN: F600CKC56535

Model: F-600

Body Style: Truck

Contact: johnsonquentin@hotmail.com

Car last seen: 2005

Submitted: December 31, 2005

Vehicle options: Pony interior

Car last seen: 1987, in Simi Valley, Calif.

Contact: RTSCAECHE@NETZERO.NET

Comments: "Thanks for any info."

Submitted: December 30, 2005

Contact: eanderson@hra.com

Car last seen: Ohio

Comments: "I currently own this car and wanted to know if anyone that used to own it has any paperwork, dealer papers, build sheets, etc. The Eminger report was purchased by one of the previous owners so I am looking for that also. The car was purchased at C.A.R.S. in Ohio in 2001, originally sold in New York. E-mail above or call (310) 781-5681."

Submitted: November 27, 2005

Vehicle options: 427 CID/425 HP "R"-code

Car last seen: 1980-1985, in Salt Lake City, UT

Contact: mathiashagelqvist@hotmail.com

Comments: "Car was raced in at Bonneville? Had factory tach on dash and welded tow-bar fittings under front bumper."

Submitted: November 27, 2005

Original color: Pewter

Vehicle options: 429 SCJ

Car last seen: Benton Harbor, MI

Person sold to: Someone in Illinois

Contact: Bob_429@sbcglobal.net

Comments:"I'm looking for my original block sold sometime in 1993. 429 4 bolt main block. At one time it had a tunnel ram on it. Possibly sold with the motor. C6 transmission was sold at the same time. Any info appreciated. I Would like to reunite the original engine with my car."

Submitted: November 5, 2005

Vehicle options: 390 CID, 3-speed transmission, black on black

Car last seen: 1989

Person sold to: Harold L. Slough

Contact: extremlx@aol.com

Submitted: October 30, 2005

Vehicle options: Power steering, power disc brakes, louvers, spoilers, deluxe interior, overhead console, four toggle switches in center of dash pad, AM/FM stereo, fold down rear seat, Lucas fog lamps in grille, road race suspension bars in rear (adjustable type)

Car last seen: 1982, from Negaunee, Michigan to Milwaukee Wisconsin

Person sold to: Car fell on him and killed him

Contact: superdragpak-boss302@yahoo.com

Comments:"I have a ton of info on this car including pics when new. I purchased from local Ford dealer when I graduated from high school. Car had a custom paint job with about 12 different shades of blue. It also had a 460 with tunnel ram and 2x4s sticking through hood (this was done by kid who bought it, long story). This young kid had won a lawsuit and used part of money to purchase car from me and to modify it.

After the mods were done he was laying under car while it was up on bumper jack and it fell on him and killed him. His family, through a friend of mine, sold it to a party in Milwaukee area. I sold the car in about 1981-82. Some people could put it in doubt of being a Boss car because I installed a 429SCJ and had to remove the shock tower supports in order to get headers to fit. Was a non-factory tach car so had Sun Supertach on column; also had 4:30 Detroit Locker & original 4spd trans. The Lucas lights in grille would be a good giveaway; also had Cragar SS wheels.

I have a ton of info on this car should anyone out there currently own it. I also know where original engine is located in Phoenix AZ."

Submitted: October 2, 2005

Model: Mustang 2+2 (fastback)

Original color: Nightmist Blue (code K)

Vehicle options: 289-2V, AM radio, Sports Deck rear seat, exterior decor group, Firestone Wide Oval tires

Car last seen: 1969, in Detroit, MI

Comments:"This was my first new car, ordered a month after starting my job at Ford Motor Co."

Submitted: September 5, 2005

Original color: Acapulco Blue, with Gold stripes

Vehicle options: 351W-2V, 4-spd. transmission, Rim-Blow steering wheel, Sports Deck rear seat, power disc brakes, electric rear defrost, instumentation group, console, AM radio, Traction-Lok, power ventilation

Car last seen: 1972, in Dearborn, MI

Person sold to: John Carr

Comments:"Black interior. Early production without "Mach I" cut into decklid tape."

Submitted: September 5, 2005

Original color: Dark Green Metallic (code C)

Vehicle options: 351C-4V, 4-spd transmission with Hurst shifter, Rim Blow steering wheel, Sports Deck rear seat, power disc brakes, electric rear defroster, instrumentation group, full console, AM radio, Traction-Lok

Car last seen: 1974, in East Detroit (now Eastpointe - Ed.), MI

Person sold to: Jerry Ray

Model: Mustang II Cobra II

Comments:"Black base Mach I interior."

Submitted: September 5, 2005

Vehicle options: 2.8L V6, 4-spd. transmission, power disc brakes, Cobra II packages, electric rear defrost, luxury interior group, AM-FM stereo radio, Rally package

Car last seen: 1979, in Dearborn, MI

Person sold to: Mike Davis

Comments:"Blue luxury interior."

Submitted: September 5, 2005

Original color: Coral (pink)

Vehicle options: Racing mirrors, AM radio

Contact: ss351@hotmail.com

Comments:"This car is one of the 40 factory pink cars that were sent to northern California in December of 1971. I have the original owner's warranty card along with her name. Effors to locate her have been thus far unsuccessful. The car is currently 3/4 torn apart with the engine and transmission expected to come out next year so the metal work can begin."

Submitted: September 4, 2005

Original color: Black on black

Vehicle options: 390 CID, 4-spd.

Car last seen: 1968, in eastern Pennsylvania

Contact: silverspring7@comcast.net

Submitted: September 4, 2005

Original color: Bright Yellow

Vehicle options: Shaker hood, 351C-4 bbl., competition suspension, rear deck spoiler, flip down rear seat, P/S, PB, AM/8-track, Traction-Lok 3.50

Car last seen: 1978, in Virginia

Person sold to: Cope Ford, Woodbridge, Va.

Contact: ggone1128@aol.com, or 919-577-0848

Comments: "Virginia DMV would not assist in locating car, due to changes in information reporting since 9/11/01. This was my first car and I would like to recover it. Bought new at Housenick Ford in Bloomsburg, Pa., during college in 1970."

Submitted: August 14, 2005

VIN: 1F05H158--- (e-mail owner for rest of VIN - Ed.)

Year: 1971

Vehicle options: 351C CID

Car last seen: 2005, in California

Contact: stealthman4224@aol.com

Comments: "This was somebody's baby. All stock and great condition. I found her left in a garage."

Submitted: August 14, 2005

Model: Mustang Boss 302

Vehicle options: 3:91 rear, standard interior, shaker hood

Car last seen: 1989, in Dayton, Ohio

Contact: joecrumpjr@hotmail.com

Comments: "Sold by Norman Gilbert to unknown around Springfield, Missouri."

Submitted: August 2, 2005

Original color: Bright Red

Vehicle options: 351C 4V, C6 automatic transmission, bucket seats with console, A/C, power steering, power brakes, red laser stripes

Car last seen: 1990, in Hobart, Indiana

Contact: STEALTHMAN4224@AOL.COM

Comments: "This car had 145,000 miles on it in 1990. It also still had the 1983 Oklahoma safety sticker in the lower left corner. It had the original AM radio and stock dual exhaust. All rust-free - never saw a winter from 1983-1990. This was my high school car that I was forced to sell because of college debts. I will buy what's left - I've got the cash, so let's talk. I want to restore this car for my six-year-old daughter. The last time I saw the car a kid had put a Holley carb on and headers, and had painted the laser stripes white. He wouldn't sell it back. It might have survived (at least the shell, anyway). Thanks, KEVIN (831-333-9191)."

Submitted: August 2, 2005

Model: Galaxie 500 Sunliner

Original color: Rangoon Red

Vehicle options: Automatic transmission, AM radio, power steering

Contact: rhinksman39@sympatico.ca

Comments: "I have recently purchased this vehicle. It was brought into Canada (2004) from Syracuse, NY, where it was sold by Michael Piscatell. Built in Mahwah, NJ, in June 1962 and was apparently sold into the Carolinas. Sold on eBay in 2001 from North Carolina. I am trying to find out some history."

Submitted: August 2, 2005

Model: Fairlane 500 Sports Coupe

Car last seen: June 2005

Contact: nevermindkid@msn.com

Comments: "I have the original title for the car desribed above. If the car still exsists, I'd like to give this to its current owner. Thanks, David."

Submitted: June 22, 2005

VIN: 1FAFP90S95Y400598

Year: 2005

Model: GT

Contact: jblack10@yahoo.com

Submitted: May 1, 2005

Original color: Grabber Orange

Vehicle options: 428 CID

Car last seen: 1995

Contact: dmbrull@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "Sold it at a Kruse auction in Branson, MO in 1995."

Submitted: February 27, 2005

Original color: Red, with white top

Vehicle options: 6-cylinder, three-speed transmission

Car last seen: Houston, Texas at Auto Rama Auction, 1999

Person sold to: Donald L. Furr

Contact: txcitycyclesales@aol.com, or 409-948-4969

Comments: "I bought this car when I was 18-years-old. I owned it for about 10 years. I sold it in Houston, Texas in 1999 at an auction at the Housto Auto Rama in what can only be described as a moment of, "What was I thinking?" I have done a search and found a record that showed that a title was issued in Florida in October 2000 to a man named Donald L. Furr in Jacksonville, Florida. At the very least I would like to learn what has happened to this car. At the most I would love the oppertunity to own this car again someday. I would love to share some of the history of the car with its current owner. Thank You, Albert Crow."

Submitted: February 27, 2005

Vehicle options: 289 CID, two-speed Ford-O-Matic transmission

Car last seen: 1989

Contact: 573-346-6221

Comments: "Would really like to find. I appreciate any help. Thanks, Brian."

Submitted: February 27, 2005

Vehicle options: "R" code (428CJ Ram Air), C6 automatic, black hood stripe, factory A/C, tinted glass

Contact: ttate2@tampabay.rr.com

Comments: "Bought this car off ebay awhile back and am hoping to find some history on it. Unusual options being a '70 Grabber Blue non-Mach 1 fastback with standard blue interior, 428CJ ram air, with factory air conditioning. Sold new at Horn-Williams Ford in Dallas, Texas, March 1970. I bought the car from Witchita Falls, TX. Please email me with any info. I bought the car with no drivetrain and looks to have been drag raced in the past."

Submitted: February 27, 2005

Model: Custom 500

Vehicle options: 390 cid, 4-speed

Original color: Grey

Car last seen: Livonia, Mich.

Contact: Dawade@voyager.net

Comments: "This car was a two-door post car, cheap body and no options. Gun metal grey with small HiPo hub caps and blue interior."

Submitted: February 23, 2005

Original color: Candyapple Red

Vehicle options: 351W-4V, 4-speed

Contact: eccleston@aeccleston.fsnet.co.uk

Comments: "The car was ordered new with a 351W-4V, 4-speed transmission, no power steering, rear window louvers, trunk spoiler, fold down rear seat. The car has been in the UK since March 1973. Engine is now a 1970 351C with the 4V "quench" heads. The car is still OK and running well. The vehicle will be coming to Canada when we emigrate in a few months."

Submitted: February 23, 2005

Vehicle options: 351W

Car last seen: 2000, in Buffalo, NY

Contact: jonatnav@hotmail.com

Comments: "Sadly, I donated this car to charity based soley on the fact I had just finished college, had no money, and could no longer afford to maintain the car (let alone pay for the gas). I've never forgotten about this car and would like to find her again. A lot of great memories with this car as it was handed down to me from my grandparents who were also the original owners of the car. I only hope it's still around and hasn't found its way into a crusher."

Submitted: February 23, 2005

Original color: Champagne Gold

Car last seen: 2004, in The Netherlands

Contact: d.van.mil@hetnet.nl

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Vehicle options: 351-4V, 4-spd., manual steering, power brakes, bench seat

Car last seen: 1991, in Princeton, WI

Contact: www.waltenberrymotorsports.com

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Vehicle options: Drag Pack

Car last seen: 1973, in Anaheim, Calif.

Contact: dupro2000@aol.com

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Vehicle options: Boss 302

Car last seen: 1985, in Daytona Beach, Fl.

Person sold to: Richard L. Godwin

Contact: kelseyb@pro-mail.net

Comments: "Last known buyer lived/lives in Jacksonville, Florida."

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Car last seen: September 1969

Contact: soccer_87_2000@yahoo.com

Comments: "302-2V engine, bucket seats, Cruise-O-Matic, power steering, comfort stream ventilation, AM radio, rear seat speakers, tinted glass, undercoating. Bought it for $3,050.00 from Cooper Show Ford in Frankfort, Il."

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Original color: Silver Mist

Car last seen: 1984, in Buffalo Grove, Il.

Person sold to: A local police officer

Contact: emartin1215@comcast.net

Comments: "Please help me find my first car and help me talk the person into selling it back to me. I'm dying to get it back. I sold it for $800 to a Buffalo Grove, IL police officer while I was working at Burger King. I think the last name of the officer was "Lambert." It was a silver (half primer) car. Fastback with a black interior. It had 1969 buckets in it and brown loop carpeting. Rusted to hell. I think it was a HiPo car and it had a 4-spd. I remember him showing me pics of it a year or so later under restoration. Old license plates were IW 8071 (Illinois)."

Submitted: January 23, 2005

Model: Fairlane 500 XL

Person sold to: Lloyd Hallett

Car last seen: 1973

Contact: rlhallett@alltel.net

Comments: "Purchased new in May of 1967 from Everhart Motors. Traded to Kidder-Knofelfer Chevrolet in Sioux City, Iowa in October 1972. Last year regestered was 1973."

Submitted: January 22, 2005

Vehicle options: 351W 4V, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1979, in Camp Lejeune, NC

Contact: ttate2@tampabay.rr.com

Comments: "Was in the Marines from '78-'82. Sold the body to a fellow Marine who installed a motor at the base auto shop and took the car when he got discharged without ever paying me for it. I still retain the original Florida title in my name for the car. I believe he was headed to Indiana. Never heard from him again."

Submitted: January 17, 2005

Vehicle options: 429 CJ, 4-speed

Contact: burris.js@verizon.net

Comments: "Bought in Rockford, Il. area new. Trying to find original owner to find out info on original drivetrain. Thanks, Steve."

Submitted: January 17, 2005

Contact: ecartea@yahoo.com

Submitted: January 17, 2005

Original color: Frost Turquoise

Contact: DCSAJ@aol.com

Comments: "Bought this car in 2002, restored to original. This car is from California, bought from Fairway Ford Sales, and somehow came to Wisconsin. I'm just trying to know the history of the car for my satisfaction. Every lead I've had has failed.The car is a basic 200ci engine with no options. Has a rare Frost Turquoise paint with standard black interior."

Submitted: December 22, 2004

Model: Crown Victoria (glasstop)

Original color: Pink/white

Car last seen: 1984, in Gering, Nebraska

Person sold to: Steve Rodend

Contact: harden81s@yahoo.com

Comments: "The last license plate number was Nebraska plate #21-05144. Also, the car's last known owner lived in Hollywood, California."

Submitted: December 22, 2004

Contact: PASWATER@COMTECK.COM

Vehicle options: GT

Submitted: November 16, 2004

Model: Grand Torino

Original color: Ivy Green

Vehicle options: A/C, electric windows

Car last seen: 2004, The Netherlands

Person sold to: Klaas Honig (current owner)

Contact: klaasvaak@planet.nl

Comments: "I want to know a bit about the history of my car. I bought it in January 2004 here in Hollland. The car is here since May 2001."

Submitted: November 15, 2004

Vehicle options: 427 CID, 4-speed, factory lightweight drag racer

Car last seen: 1976, in Oklahoma City, OK

Person sold to: Richard Hamilton

Contact: david2@ezy.net

Comments: "Looking for owners of this factory racecar. Racecar was sent to Oklahoma City, owned by Richard Hamilton, Gene Fields, Ralph Alix. The car was raced from 1963 to 1983. Does anyone have any info on this vehicle? Thanks."

Submitted: November 15, 2004

Model: Torino Twister Special

Original color: Calypso Corral

Vehicle options: 429 SCJ, 4-speed

Car last seen: October 1991

Person sold to: John Hewitt

Contact: (816) 532-8318

Comments: "I sold this car in 1991. I think the VIN is right but not sure. I just barely remember the last two numbers were 27 and there were only 90 made. John Hewitt said he thought it went to Pennsylvania."

Editor's note: According to Torinocobra.com, "The Twister Special, sold only through the Kansas City Sales office, was a specialty model in 1970. Actual production was 90 Torinos Cobras and 96 Mustangs. All the Cobras were Vermillion (Calypso Coral). Mustangs were Grabber Orange. The Twister Specials were debuted November 7th, 1969 at the Kansas City Missouri District sale office's "Total Performance Day." All the Torino Cobra Twister Specials were 429's either CJ or SCJ (a topic of discussion since it was once believed that all were SCJs), came with dog dish hubcaps and trim rings, of which there were 60 automatics and 30 four-speed transmissions. The numbers for all the Twisters fall between 0A38J131596 and 0A38J134632, not consecutively."

Submitted: November 15, 2004

Original color: Skymist Blue

Vehicle options: 352 CID, 2V, automatic

Car last seen: 1971, in Sand Springs, OK

Person sold to: John Roe (?)

Contact: rln31455@yahoo.com

Comments: "I'm trying to contact previous/original owners of this 1960 Ford. I'm also trying to locate the selling dealer. In 1998 I purchased it from a man in KY. He purchased it from a collector in OK. It was off the road from 1973 to 2001. I have found bits of paper that indicate that the car was last driven in the Sand Springs, OK area in 1971. It was possibly owned by a John Roe, a high school student. I've written letters to all of the people in the area with the last name of Roe. The only reply was from a family that recently moved to the area from Chicago. The OK DMV was no help. The car may have been damaged lightly in the front due to an accident. It may have been "parked" during the 1973 gas shortage. The collector that owned it may have refurbished it around 1984. Any information about the history will be greatly appreciated. In the time that I've owned it I have completely restored it. Due to the condition of the suspension components I believe the mileage to be in the low 80s."

Submitted: November 11, 2004

Original color: Red/black

Car last seen: 1976, in Maryland

Contact: dadamsars@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "I owned it from 1975-1976. Crashed the car; they said it was totaled. Would not be considered totalled these days. Car was sold to a salvage yard near Cumberland, Maryland. Believe it was parted out, but you never know."

Submitted: November 11, 2004

Contact: johnehnat@hotmail.com

Car last seen: 1990

Submitted: November 11, 2004

Original color: Indian Fire

Vehicle options: GT equip. group, dual racing mirrors, blacked out hood, 4-speed

Contact: tony@fmtengineers.com

Comments: "This car has been found and is fully restored to showcar condition. I am considering selling it, but it would be nice to re-unite it with its original owner - if somebody is looking for this car. Vehicle originally came from Lester Motors, Inc., in Central City, KY."

Submitted: October 26, 2004

Vehicle options: Automatic, A/C, 6-cylinder

Car last seen: 1973, in Houston, Texas

Contact: pslowery@aol.com

Submitted: October 26, 2004

Vehicle options: Automatic, power steering

Contact: CURT@AL-DON.COM

Submitted: October 26, 2004

Original color: Pewter

Vehicle options: 429CJ, automatic, A/C, Rally gauges

Contact: CURT@AL-DON.COM

Comments: "Vehicle's data plate info: 63R-Body; 5F-Trim; 9-Axle; U-Transmission; 62-DSO; V-Color."

Submitted: October 26, 2004

VIN: 2UG67G165431

Year: 1962

Model: Galaxie XL

Original color: Chestnut

Vehicle options: 406 CID/405 HP, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1965, in Winchester, Ky.

Person sold to: William Brantley (deceased)

Contact: Gman413@att.net, or (859) 744-1049

Comments: "This car was purchased by me new at Graves Ford, Inc., in Winchester, Ky. Would really like to get this car back - it was my first car. The license plate number when I purchased it was 223-841 (Clark County). Will be looking forward hearing from you. Thanks Garland."

Submitted: October 26, 2004

VIN: 1FAFP4047WF196496

Car last seen: December 2002, in Idabel, OK

Person sold to: Tammy Thompson

Contact: divamedmama@yahoo.com

Submitted: October 26, 2004

Original color: Yellow/black

Car last seen: 1987, in Adelphia, Md.

Contact: chriswine@williamsburg-group.com

Comments: "This was my husband's car when we met in 1978 and he had it until we got married in 1988. He sold it to buy a Ford pickup."

Submitted: October 5, 2004

Original color: Vermillion Orange

Car last seen: 1996, in Raleigh, NC

Contact: RENEWCS@YAHOO.COM

Comments: "Car last seen Memorial Day weekend, 1996."

Submitted: October 5, 2004

Model: Galaxie 500, Club Victoria

Original color: Black trim

Vehicle options: 390 CID/401HP, 4-spd.

Car last seen: August 1963, at the Fredericksburg, Va. Auto Auction

Contact: mtnflk@adelphia.net

Submitted: October 5, 2004

Contact: robert.gillespie@vwcredit.com

Submitted: August 19, 2004

Original color: Wimbeldon White/Ivy Gold interior

Vehicle options: 390/300 hp Cruis-o-matic auto trans., center console floor shift

Contact: resto72@webtv.net

Comments: "Car has very little rust so was either stored for a long period or was not subjected to our northeastern winter driving. Car also seems to have had some type of rear quarter damage, i.e. rear-ended or backed into somthing. Car is now medium blue metallic. Two owners before me. I think the car came from Maine per the four new shocks that were in the trunk came from South Paris, ME Big A Auto Parts and both previous owners were from the Concord, N.H."

Submitted: August 10, 2004

Vehicle options: 428 CID, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1971

Contact: meanstangs69@aol.com

Comments: "Was bought new by my uncle at Galigher Ford in Huntington, WVa. and was sold somewhere around 1971."

Submitted: August 9, 2004

Original color: Skylight Blue

Vehicle options: 260 V8

Contact: RKettenstock@comcast.net

Comments: "I was led to believe that this car was owned by Oscar Robertson's dad."

Submitted: August 9, 2004

VIN: 1FACP41A9lF111449

Year: 1990

Vehicle options: LX body, V6

Car last seen: November 1995, in West Bloomfield, MI

Contact: RKettenstock@comcast.net

Comments: "This was my first car and I loved it! Unfortunately, I also learned my first hard lesson about rebuilding engines on it. After replacing the cam, I neglected to spend the extra cash on new hoses. Yes, I know. Anyway, 2 a.m. on a November evening, driving west on M14 near Beck Rd., I noticed an orange glow coming from the hood lines. Not good. I stopped and got out just in time to watch it explode. Apparently the hoses burst, it overheated and the intense heat melted the fuel line and sprayed gas all over, BOOM. It was towed to a buddy's house on Beck Road and unfortunatley, soon after he became an ex-buddy. I have no idea what he did with the carcass. Is there a way to tell if a VIN has been scrapped? I would really love to help someone else in return. I currently own the very rough shell of 64 1/2 Mustang convertible, VIN number 5F08F208850."

Submitted: August 9, 2004

Original color: Goldenrod Yellow

Car last seen: 1957, in Newark, NJ

Person sold to: Eddie Selinga

Contact: janbarney@htn.net

Comments: "My dad bought this car new in Milan, MI from Sinkule Motors Ford dealer. I went with him to pick it up. Unfortunatly he sold it in 1957 when I turned 16. I have often wondered what happened to that car, and if it still exists I would love to have it. I recently had an officer run the VIN and he said nothing came back. But I still feel like trying so any help would be appreciated."

Submitted: August 8, 2004

Vehicle options: Rumble seat, lowering rear window

Car last seen: 1964, in Ridley Park, Pa.

Contact: rvrex@att.net

Comments: "Car was restored to original condition. I installed cowl lights. The person I sold it to said it was sold to Scott Paper Co. to be given away in some sort of a promotion."

Submitted: July 12, 2004

Car last seen: 1987, in Adelpha, Md.

Contact: CHRISWINE@WILLIAMSBURG-GROUP.COM

Submitted: July 5, 2004

Year: 1974

Body Style: Pick up truck

Model: Ranchero

Car last seen: 1977, in Hanford, Ca.

Contact: Buster@cvconline.com

Comments: "License plate #D9840W."

Submitted: July 5, 2004

Car last seen: 1968, in Spokane, Wash.

Contact: studey49@povn.com

Submitted: June 16, 2004

Vehicle options: 3-speed overdrive, V8

Car last seen: February 1996

Contact: pme@ussonet.com

Comments: "Car was sold to John (last name unknown) in Gracey, Ky. Car is black with tan top, red and black interior. Wide white walls, fog light, spot light, three rib skirts, back up lights, blue dot tail lights."

Submitted: June 12, 2004

Model: Crown Victoria

Car last seen: 1962, in New York

Contact: sixdayfrankfirst@YAHOO.COM

Submitted: June 13, 2004

Vehicle options: 3-speed overdrive, V8

Car last seen: February 1996

Contact: pme@ussonet.com

Submitted: June 12, 2004

VIN: 1FABP42EXJF154711

Year: 1988

Car last seen: Krause's Collision & Auto Electric, 8609 FM 1960 Bypass, Humble, Texas

Contact: Shandy247@aol.com

Submitted: June 6, 2004

Vehicle options: Power steering, power brakes, 428CJ

Contact: RANDY@BLECHA.COM

Submitted: June 4, 2004

Original color: Beige/brown

Vehicle options: Manual transmission, 292 CID

Car last seen: 1972, in Wilmington, De.

Contact: hayden203@juno.com

Submitted: May 30, 2004

Model: Fairlane Club Sedan

Original color: Mountain and neptune

Car last seen: 1981, in Oregon

Contact: yuma759@msn.com

Comments: "Sold in Oregon in approximately 1981. Had 40,000 miles at that time. Was a 9 out of 10. I still have original paper work."

Submitted: May 30, 2004

Model: Gran Torino Sport

Original color: Light blue

Options: Blue vinyl top

Car last seen: 1978

Person sold to: Dealer trade-in

Contact: JfGlhr@netscape.net

Comments: "Had to trade this car in for a larger car - new baby on the way - was sad to see it go. Was the first new car I purchased."

Submitted: May 30, 2004

Model: Gran Torino Sport

Original color: Light blue

Options: Floor shift (automatic)

Car last seen: 1974

Person sold to: A dealership

Contact: JfGlhr@netscape.net

Comments: "Car was bought at Carley Ford in Rhinelander, Wisc. I still have the orignal window sticker that came on the car."

Submitted: May 30, 2004

Car last seen: 1984, in Van Nuys, Calif.

Person sold to: David Bartz

Contact: Christianmike1@aol.com

Comments: "License plate was XOD 443."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Year: 1972

Model: 3/4 ton truck

Car last seen: 1993-1994, in Phillipsburg, Ks.

Person sold to: Frank Tweedy

Contact: ddugas@charter.net

Comments: "Power top, V8, 4-barrel carb, 4-speed, console, chrome trim, spinner hub caps, white walls, black interior."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Poppy Red

Options: 4-speed

Car last seen: Lowell, Mass.

Contact: ddugas@charter.net

Comments: "Power top, V8, 4-barrel carb, 4-speed, console, chrome trim, spinner hub caps, white walls, black interior."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Ivy Glow, then Pewter

Car last seen: 2000, in Kennewick, Wash.

Contact: gage151@charter.net

Comments: "I recieved this car as a 16th birthday present. Sold it 10 years later and regret it to no end. I still have the interior (fold down and buckets) and front bumper and drivetrain. Car is a rolling chassis as I was in process of restoring it. I miss my car."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Model: Galaxie 500

Car last seen: 1978, in Denver, Colo.

Contact: jheckman@txfb-ins.com

Comments: "Looking for any information on this vehicle."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Light blue

Car last seen: 1978, in Denver, Colo.

Contact: fivefisher5@yahoo.com

Comments: "Owned car from 1974-1978, 1979. High school graduation gift from my parents in 1974. Would love to know if car is still alive or if car is abandoned somewhere that I could snag it back! Was 289 2v, 3-speed. No A/C, power steering or power brakes."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Burgandy

Car last seen: Milwaukee, WI

Person sold to: Victor Ford, Wauconda, IL

Contact: wzimmer@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "4-speed K-code; owned and drove car for 14 years. Interested in re-purchasing."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Tan metallic/black

Vehicle options: Rare two-tone

Car last seen: 1972 - traded in!

Person sold to: Victor Ford, Wauconda, IL

Contact: RRestore@aol.com

Comments: "Well this is a VERY special car to me. I'd buy it today if it were found on an Alaskan mountain top.

This is a 1970 XL fastback. It's a very unusual tan color with a black hood and black mirrors. Ford built very few of these tu-tone cars. Since it's an XL, it has hidden headlights. The interior has biscuit colored high-back bucket seats. The car has (or had) a dent in the rear on the left side. I think that this car might actually still exist since a friend of mine sent me a picture of a car fitting the above description taken from an ad about 2 years ago. He thinks the ad was from Ohio, but can't be sure. While it's likely the car was junked years ago, I keep hoping that it's rotting away in some farmer's field or in a junkyard somewhere. I know that it has not been licensed in Illinois for at least the last 7 years. I wish I had more of a description, but I know I would know the car in an instant. Lastly, I have a great picture of this car which I would be more than happy to forward to anyone who wants it, plus let me give you a phone number of how to reach me: 815-455-9253. Needless to say I would go ANYWHERE for this car no matter where it could be and condition does not matter. I just want it back! Thanks!"

John McCarthy
3718 Spyglass Ridge
Crystal Lake, IL 60012
Cell: 847-997-9944

Here's a photo of John's 1970 Ford XL, VIN: 0G60H102948. Click on the picture for a larger image:

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Original color: Vermillion

Vehicle options: power steering, power brakes, automatic, A/C, 429 CID

Car last seen: Atlanta, Ga.

Person sold to: Strother Ford

Contact: JimC747@aol.com

Comments: "Bought this car new after Vietnam. Traded for a '72 LTD. Saw the car at Atlanta Raceway around 1980. Would like to know if anyone knows of or has this car in any condition. Would like to have it back. Phone: (770) 979-0130. Thanks, Jim Cook."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Contact: sodman98@aol.com

Comments: "Trying to trace my '39 to its previous owners."

Submitted: May 23, 2004

Vehicle options: Police package, riveted brakes, Ranger 221 8-cylinder motor, 3-speed manual transmission

Car last seen: 1965

Person sold to: Bozard Ford, St Augustine, Fl.

Contact: prescottbeach@hotmail.com

Comments: "Vehicle was first patrol car purchased by St Augustine Beach Police Department. Would like to acquire to restore as parade vehicle."

Submitted: May 16, 2004

Vehicle options: 390 CID, automatic Trans, black interior

Body Style: Two door

Car last seen: 1972, Chickamauga, GA

Contact: neverslowdown@aol.com, or 706-937-2688

Comments: "Hi, my name is Scott Fouts and I'm from the Northwest, GA area. I'm 39 years old, and I have cystic fibrosis. This is a life threatening genetic disease and I have already outlived the doctor's expectations. Time is VERY valuable, as I don't know how much of it I have.

I am trying to locate the 1965 Ford Galaxie 500 XL that my Dad owned when I was a kid in the early '70s. You see, my Dad passed away 2 days before my birthday in Aug. 1997 and I would love to have this car back as a keepsake of something that was important to both of us.

It is the XL series and has the bucket seats and floor console with automatic transmission. It has a 390 ci. engine, and is a black on black 2 door hard top. The VIN # is 5N68Z124306 as taken from a Dealership repair invoice.

You know how the stories go: "Son, that will be your car someday when you're old enough to drive it". Needless to say, it was sold before I got my driver's license. The man who bought it from my Dad supposedly took it to Michigan to an automotive museum. I went to the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn in May 1999, and it was not there. After 30 years, there's no telling where it could be.

I am offering a $250.00 REWARD if you are able to locate this car and put me in touch with the present owner. I would love to see this car once again.

You may contact me by mail at:
Scott Fouts
16 Ridgeway Circle
Ringgold, GA 30736

Or e-mail me at neverslowdown@aol.com to contact me on the computer.

I'm a member of the LOVEfords Club, Ford Galaxie Club of America, and also the Mustang Club of America.

BUT, MOST IMPORTANTLY... I trust God, and know him as my savior and I know where I'm going after this life is over. God has been SO good to me and I thank Him for each and every day that I get to spend on this earth. I love to share with others how He has blessed me - Scott."

Submitted: May 16, 2004

Vehicle options: Cruise control, power steering, power brakes, AM/4-track, 428 CID

Original color: Maroon, with white top

Car last seen: April 1972, in Troy, MI

Person sold to: Trade in at a Dodge dealer in Oakland County, MI (Hunter Dodge)

Contact: wmona@frontiernet.net

Comments: "Was my first car - had a lot of memories."

Submitted: May 16, 2004

Model: Country Squire

Body Style: Station wagon

Vehicle options: "Little Women" written on both doors

Original color: Ice blue

Car last seen: 1976

Contact: mla11@comcast.net

Comments: "My dad hand-lettered in Old English "Little Women" on both the driver and front passenger doors. The interior was ice blue also. Just trying to relive some happy times. Thank you. P.S. I live in Florida now and think this would be an awesome island car!"

Submitted: May 2, 2004

Car last seen: Winston-Salem, NC

Contact: Adamsdell@yahoo.com

Comments: "Help me find this car!"

Submitted: March 21, 2004

Model: Country Squire

Body Style: Station wagon

Original color: Forest Green

Options: A/C, power steering, power brakes, six-speaker 8-track

Car last seen: 1984, in West Palm Beach, FL.

Contact: jim65fastback@bellsouth.net

Comments: "This was my Dad's car. We used it only on vacations. When I let it go, it had 39,000 miles. All original paint, interior, all in mint condition. Please help!"

Submitted: March 21, 2004

Year: 1957

Original color: Dusk Rose

Options: No power Options, was painted Flame Red, black and white interior

Car last seen: 1976, in Sherman Oaks, Calif.

Person sold to: Stolen, stripped, and recovered, sold at insurance auction

Contact: mamola@1stcounsel.com

Comments: "My father bought this car brand new in late 1957. Had finished restoration in 1975 and it was stolen 3 weeks later from our garage, when I was 10. Again, original Dusk Rose car, was then painted Chestnut Metallic in between, and then Flame Red when it was stolen. It was a zero option, no power car, but had underride traction bars. Any help to locate is greatly appreciated."

Submitted: March 7, 2004

VIN: 1FTDE14G2CHA39808

Car last seen: 1998, in Bolder, Colo.

Options: Custom

Person sold to: Loretta Watson

Contact: L.Horton@comcast.net

Submitted: March 7, 2004

Original color: Lime Green

Body Style: Two door

Car last seen: 1973, in Garden City, Ks.

Person sold to: Randall D. Brown

Contact: tmiller@gcnet.com

Comments: "My brother sold this car in 1973 to Randall D. Brown when I was 10 years old. I have been looking for this car or Randall for many years with no luck. I live in Garden City, Kansas. Can anyone help me find this car?"

Submitted: March 7, 2004

Model: Galaxie XL 7 Litre

Original color: Emberglow

Contact: svnlitre@stn.net

Comments: "Car was originally sold in Bethel, North Carolina, on Feb. 26, 1966 to a gentleman in Williamsburg, Virginia. Has been in Canada since April 1981."

Submitted: February 29, 2004

Original color: Midnight Blue

Options: Pony interior, factory 3-speed, had Borg Warner T-10 4-speed. Also, had Shelby underride traction bars, tri-y headers, Holley 600cfm and aluminum "Powered by Ford" valve covers. Car also had Cougar SS wheels AND wire wheel covers.

Car last seen: 1986, in Encino, Calif.

Contact: mamola@1stcounsel.com

Comments: "This was my high school car I have never forgotten. I would be interested in buying it once again under the right circumstances. Car also had a 289 engine built to Hi-Po specs, with solid lifters. After market radio, and two-tone blue/white pony interior with black convertible top. Yes, I know the car was titled as a 66, with a 5F VIN #, and a 07 body code (hardtop), yet it was still a convertible. Let me know if you know its whereabouts."

Submitted: February 29, 2004

Model: Galaxie XL

Original color: Chantilly Beige

Options: 352, automatic, power steering

Car last seen: 1979, in Rock Island, IL

Person sold to: Tom Techam

Contact: g.simonson@charter.net

Comments: "My parents bought this car new in October 1963. I inherited it in summer of '71. Repainted it '74 Chrysler Silver Frost metallic my senior year in high school. Had white interior. Sold it in early '79 to Tom Techam, who moved with it to Iola, Wisconsin. Talked to him once in the early '80s, still had it. This car meant a lot to me, I would love to find it again. I have the window sticker and owner's manual, and a photocopy of the original title."

Submitted: February 29, 2004

Original color: Parchment

Options: V-8

Car last seen: 1992

Contact: bhibbard69@hotmail.com

Comments: "Buyer's dad had a car with Virginia plate similar to "WMSPORT."

Submitted: February 5, 2004

Original color: Raven Black

Options: 312 V-8, auto, chrome engine dress-up kit, black/white interior, Town & Country radio, black soft top only, std. wheel covers, padded sun visors, no padded dash (ordered with but delivered w/o)

Car last seen: 1962, in Rapid City, SD

Person sold to: Charles Furmon

Contact: a66mustang@juno.com

Comments: "My dad purchased this car new from a Ford dealer in Ross, Ohio. It was sold after two-and-a-half years. Car was in an accident after purchased by second owner. Was repaired but "wasn't the same", so it was traded in to a Chevrolet dealer in Rapid City, SD. Car had apparently been repainted silver and had additional chrome work done under the hood. Second owner has done a search through all DMVs in U.S., but there was no record of the car being registered anywhere at that time. I would just be curious to know if it survived or not and, if it is still around, what condition it is in."

Submitted: February 5, 2004

Car last seen: 1971, in Florida

Contact: Reid Baker, f.reidbaker@verizon.net

Comments: "Car was traded in at Greer-Flammer Ford dealership in Tarpon Springs, FL. It might have been wholesaled to a Georgia company in 1970-1971."

Submitted: February 3, 2004

VIN: 1FABP42E4KF285702

Year: 1989

Car last seen: Spring Hill, Fla.

Contact: bluemica@comcast.net

Submitted: January 17, 2004

Original color: Gray Gold Metallic

Options: A/C, power disc brakes

Car last seen: 1997, in Bullitt County, Ky.

Contact: t79f@aol.com

Comments: "I am looking for this car and want to find out if it is still around."

Submitted: January 17, 2004

Original color: New Lime

Options: Sportsroof, tinted windows, air conditioning, tilt steering, bumper protection, automatic transmission, deluxe interior, Mach 1 seats, 428 Cobra Jet motor, hood blackout, AM radio, 3.00:1 rearend

Car last seen: 2004, in Manassas, VA

Person sold to: N. Zelk

Contact: redwingshockey_99@yahoo.com

Comments: "Car was purchased by me in 2003."

Submitted: January 17, 2004

Car last seen: 1965, in Indianapolis, Ind.

Options: 427 CID

Person sold to: Ed Martin Ford

Contact: JBCB3@WEBTV.NET

Submitted: January 7, 2004

Contact: (410) 273-6533

Car last seen: 1995

Comments: "I am desperately searching for the current status of my husband's first car. I am very interested in purchasing the car, no matter what the condition. This is a very serious inquiry. Any assistance provided will be very greatly appreciated. This is to be a surprise to my husband so I have elected a friend for assistance; please contact Darlene at (410) 273-6533. Thank you in advance."

Submitted: December 30, 2003

Original color: Grabber Orange

Options: 351C-4v, Sportsroof

Car last seen: 1995, in Lincoln, Nebraska

Contact: charlier@marshallnet.com

Comments: "My name is David Charlier and I'm looking for this car as it is one of six remaining 1970 Sidewinder Mustangs. Last seen it was missing the front clip. It had a 1965 Ford front frame welded to the floor pans and the shock tower/ aprons setting to the side." (Ed. note: For more interesting information on this very limited Mustang, click here.)

Submitted: December 30, 2003

Year: 1933

Model: coupe, 5-window

Original color: Glade Green

Car last seen: 1965, in Lincoln, Nebraska

Person sold to: Cal Teeters

Contact: momoco@inetnebr.com, or 402-362-3326

Comments: "My high school ride - full-fendered, unchopped. When I foolishly sold this car, it had a '48 Merc flathead motor, white and black naugahyde interior, filled cowl vent, '39 Ford teardrop taillights, swing pedals from a '53 Ford and was painted '53 Olds Glade Green. Can any readers advise how to obtain a VIN on a car after all these years? Perhaps from a title transfer from November 1965? Thanks."

Submitted: December 21, 2003

Year: 1959

Original color: Maroon

Options: 352, Tri-power, 3-speed

Car last seen: 1968

Person sold to: George Connley

Contact: perfltd@earthlink.net

Comments: "352, Tri-power, 3-speed w/Ansen custom-made shifter. Painted by K-Customs in Buffalo, NY. Car last seen in Lancaster, NY in 1966-1969. Sold to pay for my wedding; now wife is gone, and so is my car. Should have kept the car."

Submitted: December 21, 2003

Year: 1954

Model: sedan

Options: Radical '60s custom

Car last seen: 1961-62

Contact: perfltd@earthlink.net

Comments: "Radical '54 Ford built by Dennis Kotlowski (K-Customs) in Buffalo, NY. Lincoln headlights, rolled pans front and rear, white rolled interior, Packard taillights, lowered. May be in Rochester, NY."

Submitted: December 21, 2003

Original color: Midnight Blue

Car last seen: 1980

Person sold to: Regan's Salvage Yard in Montgomery City, Mo.

Contact: deetate@access4less.org

Comments: "This car belonged to my father, who died while I was too young to drive. My brother inherited it and sold it to a salvage yard, Regan's, in Montgomery City, Mo."

Submitted: December 5, 2003

Year: 1963

Model: Galaxie

Original color: White with baby blue top, light blue interior

Options: Galaxie 500 XL, 406, 4-spd.

Car last seen: 1993, in Danville, Va., Goodyear plant with NC tags

Person sold to: Unknown

Contact: dado@pmtnet.net, or 434-656-6508

Comments: "Last report, car was in North Carolina under a barn shed with right side damage and cannot find who car belongs to or exactly where it is located. If this one or one of this type is found, please contact."

Submitted: December 5, 2003

Original color: Red/white

Contact: rv6ator@aol.com

Submitted: December 5, 2003

Original color: Grabber Yellow

Car last seen: (By) Ken Combs, Tom Grey (Louisville, Ky., in 8/87); they sold it to a man in, I believe, Lafayette, La., in 1988 or 1989. He sold it to, he thought, a couple from Calif.

Person sold to: I sold to Ken Combs, who sold to Tom Grey, who sold to someone in Louisania, then sold to someone possibly in California.

Contact: machoneramair@msn.com

Comments: "I bought this Mach 1 in August 1974 in Louisville, Ky. Car had dealer DSO of Boston (DSO 11). I had car 14 years and restored it in 1979-1980. Car was featured three times in Mustang Monthly, from 1981-1983. It was beautiful until I had to start using it daily as other car failed. I sold it in 1987 to get married and since my other Mach 1 was my first car I chose to keep that one. I would like to know it's in good hands and would like to keep in touch to share history and street legend stories. It was a real runner and made a believer out of the Bowtie boys. Short block was balanced and blueprinted and bored .030" by Buddy Crisco, who held an NHRA Modified Pro record at US Nationals. Only non-stock item was an 800 Holley double pumper carb."

Submitted: November 22, 2003

VIN: 1FMYU24E2XUC80964

Year: 1999

Model: Explorer

Original color: Light blue metallic

Car last seen: June 2003, in Indiana

Contact: gcohoon@aol.com

Submitted: November 20, 2003

Original color: Grabber Orange

Options: 428 Super Cobra Jet, 4.30 Drag Pack option

Car last seen: 1970, in Odessa, Texas

Contact: (432) 381-5912

Comments: "Ordered to race. Grabber Orange 428 SCJ with black interior. 4.30 Drag Pack. Mo air conditioner. No rear window shade. Had spoiler and shaker hood scoop. C-6 automatic transmission replaced week after purchased. Did not have original engine. Right rear quarter panel replaced due to small collision. Had Hooker 2 1/2 inch crossover headers, dual point distributor. Aluminum medium rise manifold, Holly 3 barrel carb."

Submitted: November 20, 2003

Year: 1957

Make: Meteor

Model: Ranchero

Original color: Blue/white/blue

Car last seen: 1970 in Regina, SK, Canada

Contact: lschneider@sasktel.net

Comments: "Nostalgia beckons!"

Submitted: October 22, 2003

Original color: Light Ivy Metallic

Options: Rear defrost

Person sold to: Uncommon Hispanic surname

Car last seen: 1985, in Canoga Park, Calif.

Contact: law777@30below.com

Comments: "This is my first car. My dad bought it in 1973 from Gearhart Chevy in Parsippany, New Jersey. I got it in 1980 after it was majorly clapped out. I got it on the road in high school and sold it for book money in my last year of college. I stated the original color as light ivy metallic, but in high school I painted it root beer brown. The interior remained dark green. DMV ran the search for me. In 1987 it was salvaged which means somewhere in the Los Angeles area this car went to a yard and was picked over for parts. I will never get the car back, but I would love to put a part from it on the Torino I have now. I would love to think someone took it out of the yard and built it like I build my cars. The last time I saw the car it was on Vanowen Blvd. in Canoga Park, just past Desoto Ave. It had gold Trans Am birds on each rear quarter panel. The license plate was 099 TZO. It had hood locks and an alarm with the keyhole on the drivers side rear quarter."

Submitted: October 22, 2003

Person sold to: Byron Spencer

Options: Boss 302

Car last seen: 1982, in Everett, Wash.

Contact: redball46@aol.com

Comments: "Would like to know if the car is being treated well. This car has many memories associated with it. Had to sell it to raise a family. Kids are gone now, and I found some old paper work that sparked a desire to find it. Thanks - Jim Knudtson, Lake Stevens, Washington."

Submitted: October 22, 2003

Contact: munther.jenny@telia.com

Car last seen: 2003

Comments: "This car is in Sweden and we're trying to find out the history of it. It was imported from Great Britain in 1978, but we suspect that it might have been in Canada earlier."

Submitted: October 22, 2003

Year: 1971

Model: Torino 500

Options: Black vinyl top

Person sold to: Married couple

Car last seen: 1976, in Detroit, Mich.

Contact: mike-the-cobra@torinocobra.com

Comments: "Yellow (not the bright yellow but the pale yellow), 302, was converted to a 4 speed with a Hurst competition plus shifter, black bench seat. Picture can be seen at http://www.torinocobra.com/highschoolcar.htm ."

Submitted: October 10, 2003

Car last seen: 1979, in Strongsville, Ohio

Original color: N/A

Options: N/A

Contact: paulz@alltel.net

Comments: "Car was last known about 1979, but has not appeared since. E-mail for more information on VIN, or if you have anything to provide."

Submitted: October 10, 2003

Options: Power steering, power disc brakes, 390-4V, 4-speed

Car last seen: 1976, in Olympia, Il.

Contact: 9DODGE@COMCAST.NET

Comments: "This was the first car I bought at age 18. Car was needing repairs 5 years later so I traded it away on a 1-year-old car. I have the original owner card and metal warranty tag. I would like to know the fate of my first love."

Submitted: October 10, 2003

Options: Shaker, laser stripe, buckets, hideaways, white with red interior

Car last seen: California

Contact: CHKARZ2003@yahoo.com

Comments: "This car has original paint and interior. No way to verify the car's 25,000 miles, but it's in great condition. Call (209) 966-4478 and ask for Curt."

Submitted: October 10, 2003

Person sold to: Deutch

Options: 428 engine

Contact: cmcobra66@cs.com

Submitted: October 10, 2003

VIN: 1FACP40E3MF110853

Year: 1991

Car last seen: 2000, in Tuscaloosa, Alabama

Options: 302 engine

Contact: SSANDERS@POWERANDRUBBER.COM

Comments: "This was the car I grew up in and holds more memories than I can say. Thanks for the help!"

Submitted: August 18, 2003

Original color: Dark Ivy Metallic

Options: Front bench seat, 351 cid engine, Cruise-O-Matic transmission, AM radio

Car last seen: 1976, in Hillsboro, Kansas

Person sold to: Albert Reimer Motors

Contact: (316)-733-1082

Submitted: August 3, 2003

Original color: Yellow and silver

Options: Fiberglass funny car, front end lengthened

Car last seen: 1969, in Flint, Mich.

Person sold to: Gary Benway

Contact: gatejobcometsohc@bright.net

Comments: "1965 Mustang coupe funny car body. Front end was legthened 9 inches. Original owner's son wants to find it."

Submitted: August 3, 2003

Original color: Maroon

Options: 351, 4-speed, factory hood scoop

Car last seen: April 1972

Person sold to: Four Seasons Ford in Encino, Calif.

Contact: LANCE1@LIGHTSPEED.NET

Comments: "I traded my Mustang in on a '72 LTD. What a mistake. The car had a new maroon paint job, five-spoke mag, 4-speed wirth Hurst shifter and no A/C. The interior was red. The car was originally red."

Submitted: July 27, 2003

Car last seen: 1985, in Carlise, Pa.

Options: 351C-4v

Contact: mitmon@aol.com, or (732) 225-3863

Comments: "If it's not for sale that's okay. I just want to know if it's still around. Thank you!"

Submitted: July 27, 2003

Model: Pinto

Original color: Brown, with white vinyl top

Options: Upgraded interior trim

Car last seen: 1986, in Irvine, Calif.

Contact: monaross75@hotmail.com

Comments: "Had white mudflaps from Kamouraska, Quebec, Canada Chrysler dealer."

Submitted: July 22, 2003

Year: 1949

Model: Custom

Original color: Turquoise

Options: V8

Car last seen: 1976, in Palm Desert, Calif.

Contact: monaross75@hotmail.com

Comments: "Sold for $1000 in 1976. Everything new or refurbished except exterior paint. Had Aztec calendar sun dial decal from 1968 Mexico City Olympics on lower right windshield."

Submitted: July 22, 2003

Year: 1953

Model: Custom

Options: Air conditioning

Car last seen: 1968, in Indio, Calif.

Contact: monaross75@hotmail.com

Comments: "Car originally sold new from dealer in Austin, Texas. 1963 California license plate: GLU 192. Bought by me in 1964 from Indio Policeman. New short block V8 installed by Walt's Garage for $300 in 1965."

Submitted: July 22, 2003

Options: Wide ratio trans, 4.30 Detroit Locker, no P/S, no sports slats or spoilers, standard interior, hub caps and trim rings, no shaker

Car last seen: 1971, in Toledo, Ohio

Person sold to: Dick Duvendack

Contact: bobsautoelectric@aol.com

Comments: "The way the car was specified and oredered make this a very rare car! Most Boss's had power steering, slats, spoilers, TracLoc 3.91 diffs, and close ratio trans. I ordered the car from Bronde's Ford in Toledo in March of '70, and took delivery the end of April. I contacted the dealership to obtain the VIN, but they had a huge fire and all records are lost. When I sold the car it had Hooker headers, Lakewood traction bars and scatter shield, Holley 850 double pumper, and Autometer tach. The engine had numerous mods including a Sig Erson cam. The engine was also painted Calypso Coral. Car was immaculate when sold in '71 with 6000 miles. I have contacted the person I sold the car to, and he sold it in '73, and does not remember to who, and he does not have VIN either. I paid $3800 for the car and sold it for $3000...today, primo Boss's are selling for $40,000!"

Submitted: July 22, 2003

Original color: Baby blue

Options: Fastback, 351 CID

Car last seen: In my driveway (it's for sale)

Contact: jillby17@hotmail.com

Comments: "This car isn't lost but I am the second owner. The original owner is Mary Sue Britt who bought the car new in Johnson City, Tennessee in 1969. Car was last on the road in 1988. Has 85,000 original miles on it. I'm selling it; if interested, e-mail me."

Submitted: July 4, 2003

Year: 1968

Car last seen: 1974, in Belleville, Ontario, Canada

Options: R-code car

Contact: mikem829@hotmail.com

Comments: "Only 27 R-code ragtops were produced in 1968. I really don't expect to find the one I had but I would like to hear, or better, see a picture of one of the other 26. Can anyone help? Thanks - Mike, in Ontario, Canada."

Submitted: June 15, 2003

Original color: Maybe blue?

Options: Sports Roof

Contact: LUTGEN3642@CHARTER.NET

Comments: "Car was issued a new VIN from California. It's now red with a different engine. Originally was a 302 car. White interior."

Submitted: June 15, 2003

Year: 1971

Model: Ranchero

Options: 429, Cobra Jet

Car last seen: 1982, in Lynnwood, Wa.

Contact: NRIvans@aol.com

Submitted: June 15, 2003

VIN: 1FAFP13P5WW189437

Model: Escort

Car last seen: 2002, in North Carolina

Original color: Tan

Person sold to: Susan Conrad

Contact: hugofran@carolina.rr.com

Submitted: June 6, 2003

Contact: Ed. note: Whoever submitted this information did not submit a contact e-mail address or phone number. If this information is yours, please send me appropriate contact info. Thanks.

Options: 428CJ

Car last seen: 1972

Submitted: June 6, 2003

Original color: Acapulco Blue

Car last seen: January 1992, in Sullivan County, NY

Contact: A104FREAK@aol.com

Comments: "The car was, in effect, stolen. I had moved from the area and could not take the car at that time. I made arrangements with a friend to keep the car for me 'til I could come and get it. I kept in constant contact with him after leaving and never once mentioned in any way that I had any intentions of selling the car or doing anything other than coming and getting it. He never once mentioned to me that he had sold the car shortly after I left. I found out a few months later when I went to get the car and it was gone. I have the last legal registration for the car in my possession. There was no title as NY did not give a title for a car older than 1974. Any help finding this car would be greatly appreciated."

Submitted: May 30, 2003

VIN: 1FACP41E8MF141160

Year: 1991

Options: 5-speed manual transmission, Motorsports clutch, tinted windows

Car last seen: 1998, at Camelback Subaru, in Phoenix, Ariz.

Contact: vallerie.colella@rskco.com

Submitted: May 30, 2003

Options: Hurst 4-speed, black interior, power steering and brakes, bench seat, non-hideaway head lights

Car last seen: 1973, in Norfolk, Va.

Person sold to: unknown Plymouth dealer

Contact: billpatd@hotmail.com

Submitted: May 22, 2003

VIN: 1FAFP42X0WF226753

Original color: Silver/black

Car last seen: 2001, in Saline, Mich.

Person sold to: Briarwood Ford

Contact: roan672003@yahoo.com

Submitted: May 22, 2003

Options: 390, auto, white interior, fold down rear seat, dealer installed rear spoiler, had a hole in the hood so the scoop was funtional, engine dress-up kit

Car last seen: Traded in at a Ford dealership in Delaware in '71 or '72

Contact: woodstockwhites@aol.com

Comments: "Car was purchased in Delaware - don't know the VIN. It was early production, one of the first on the streets. It had a 3.25 rear. It was blue with white interior, 390 with auto. It had a chrome grill (not the normal black grill - this was added later but bought at dealership). Also had the rear spoiler (dealer installed). The hood scoop was functional and had the chrome engine dress-up kit. Some of the interior panels were painted black because white was too hard to keep clean. Also, the rear body panel was painted black like a Boss. I think the quarter scoops and head lamp pockets were blacked out. That's all I know about the car for I have never seen it - only been listening to stories for 25 years. Any info will help."

Submitted: April 29, 2003

Model: Fairlane XL

Original color: White, with black vinyl top

Options: 427 (W-code), 4-sp.

Car last seen: 1969, in Corning, NY

Contact: (315) 483-8176

Comments: "One of the rarest Fords ever built. May have been lost in 1972 flood in Corning, NY. Was traded in on 1969 Boss 429 in Corning. Reported to have been purchased by mechanic at gas station across from dealer."

Submitted: April 29, 2003

Original color: New Lime

Options: Power steering, AM radio

Car last seen: 1975, in Buffalo, NY

Person sold to: Gerald Corbett

Contact: CARCHEF99@AOL.COM

Comments: "This was my first car. It was New Lime with a black top and dark green standard interior, power steering, after market air conditioning, manual top, 250 6-cylinder, 3-speed, standard transmission, sold in very nice condition."

Submitted: April 29, 2003

Contact: sdooling@yahoo.com

Options: 428, CJ

Car last seen: 1978

Submitted: April 8, 2003

Model: Fairlane GT

Original color: Dark Moss Green

Options: 390 GT package, 4-spd.

Car last seen: late 1969, in Baltimore, Md.

Contact: sjrdcr@comcast.net

Comments: "The car was traded in at a long defunct Lincoln-Mercury dealership in Baltimore and was supposedly sold to a wholesaler in the south, possibly Virginia or the Carolinas."

Submitted: March 17, 2003

Original color: Dark blue

Options: Automatic, console shifter

Car last seen: 1979, in Eldorado, Kansas

Person sold to: Junk dealer

Contact: csalvarez@sbcglobal.net

Comments: "I sold the car while traveling through to a junk dealer after transmission went out of it. Would really like to know if anyone has it or what happened to it."

Submitted: March 17, 2003

Original color: Metallic green

Options: Ram Air, 4.30:1 gears

Contact: gsandquist@telus.net

Comments: "I have an original '69 Fairlane/Torino, 428 Ram Air, Drag Pack, matching #'s, complete car in good condition. Has been garage kept. If you are looking for a car like this contact me. This model is very rare!"

Submitted: March 4, 2003

Original color: Calypso Coral, white interior

Options: Power steering, power brakes, A/C

Contact: Bill Duke, bill@subcon-inc.com, or (918) 587-8511

Comments: "The car was purchased new from White County Motors in Searcy, Arkansas. I traded it back to White County in 1972. It was bought by John Parish of Searcy and he sold it to a wholesale dealer in 1974. The car originally had an automatic transmission but John says he put a 4-speed in it. I am wanting it back in any condition."

Submitted: February 26, 2003

Year: 1959

Make: Edsel

Model: Ranger

Options: 6-cylinder, manual transmission

Car last seen: St. Louis, Mo., in 1996

Contact: ford58wgn@yahoo.com

Comments: "My great-grandmother bought this car new in '59. She gave it to my parents in the early '70s and they drove it until about 1977 and Dad sold it. We ran across the car at the Easter car show in 1996, and it still had a tire warranty sticker under the trunk lid with my Dad's name on it! The owner did not want to sell the car at that time. Last I heard, the Edsel was in Kansas City, Mo. The car was unrestored at last record. Thanks, Lou."

Submitted: February 22, 2003

Original color: Ivy Green

Options: Power steering, power brakes, power brakes

Car last seen: 1979

Contact: jrwmotorsport@shaw.ca

Comments: "Car was customised with roll bar, rectangular Cibie headlights, Ford letters had been removed, black '70 torino high-back buckets, solid teak inserts on the dash and doorpanels, and an Olds AM/FM radio."

Submitted: February 12, 2003

Options: 351-4v, 4-sp.

Car last seen: Michigan, in 1976

Contact: dnbrown@btc-bci.com

Comments: "My father bought this car brand new. I am trying to find it for him."

Submitted: February 15, 2003

VIN: 1FACP40A7lF119499

Year: 1990

Original color: Pewter

Car last seen: Michigan, in 2003

Contact: stang318@hotmail.com

Comments: "A friend of mine is watching my car for me, but since he has moved to Michigan, I haven't heard from him. If it helps his name is David Baumgart. I just need to know where my car is so I can go get it. Thank you if you can help me."

Submitted: January 30, 2003

Original color: Fire-red mist, later changed to black

Options: Bench seat, 4-sp.

Car last seen: Columbus, Ohio, in 1988

Person sold to: Tom Fox

Contact: stangman1@adelphia.net

Comments: "I sold this car in 1988 to Tom Fox in Columbus, Ohio. He sold it in 1992 to someone who he thinks was from Dayton, Ohio, but not sure. I would really like to find this car i have missed it since the day I sold it, and when he sold it I did not have the money to get it back. Please help if you can. (Ed. note: The car has since been found. Read all about it here.)"

Submitted: January 27, 2003

Original color: Dark blue, with white stripes

Options: A/C, bucket seats, console shift

Car last seen: Long Island, NY, in 1982

Contact: CCcarclub@aol.com

Comments: "This car belonged to my dad, sold to someone staying at the Wading River Motel in 1982 for $800. Was dark blue with white stripes, dented left rear quarter panel, had A/C, disc brakes, not original 302 motor. The new late model 302 always ran rough, auto transmission, white interior with console, crank windows, rust in floors by front bucket seat bolts. And don't forget those squeaky upper control arms. If you know of the location of this car, let me know by email. Thanks."

Submitted: January 22, 2003

Year: 1980

Model: Mustang Ghia

Original color: Copper

Options: A/C, floor shift

Car last seen: Marshalltown, Ia., in 1989

Person sold to: Dean Lawlers

Contact: purr_fection@adiis.net

Comments: "Car was sold to Independent Auto in Marshalltown, Ia. Dean Lawlers bought it from Independent Auto shortly after."

Submitted: January 12, 2003

Original color: Harvest Gold (yellow)

Options: Power steering, power brakes, A/C, 429 CJ, 4-sp.

Car last seen: 2000 or 2001, in Maryland

Contact: Dean Bitner, dbitner@cox-internet.com, or (479) 770-3236

Comments:"I sold this car about six or seven years ago in an effort to save a failing business. It didn't work and I was an idiot. I am told that this car was registered in June of 2000 or 2001 in Maryland. Their DMV will not help me at all. I'd love to find her and either make the purchase or forward much of the car's history and related items to the current owner. Thanks!"

Update (April 29, 2003):"I have been fortunate enough to find my old car. I spoke at length with the current owner a couple days ago and I have been assured first opportunity to repurchase the car when the time comes. Thanks to all who helped in this endeavor! Good luck with those currently missing, Dean."

Submitted: January 5, 2003