Rags to riches: Tom restores a Country Sedan he found in a junkyard | Barn Find Hunter Ep. 60 (1/4)
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- Опубликовано: 9 фев 2025
- If Tom Cross hadn’t produced a can of rubbing compound and a shop rag 18 months ago, this episode wouldn't exist. In this episode of "Barn Find Hunter," Tom Cotter gets to carry out his childhood dream by reviving a desert junkyard car. Follow along as Tom walks you through the restoration process of a 1962 Ford Country Sedan he found in episode 34.
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That's the same 1962 that's in the video, right? Not a 1960 as your link says.
what mufflers did you use on this?
thanks
exactly.....but what if you don't have connections?...
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I thought I heard FlowMasters.
We are excited to have this wagon in our collection and are so appreciative of Tom's generosity. We are pretty proud that our automotive restoration graduates seen in this video, Austin and Dalton, had the opportunity to apply their knowledge and work on this car!
Is the wagon still in use????????????? Update on the wagon please!
Both of my cars are daily drivers for my wife and I. Picked them up in garages and both were perfect eleven year old cars with little miles. Great show Tom!!!!
This looks like the best series yet. Wonderful story line, thrilled for the college. The sponsors deserve their promos.
Totally agree: There should be more shows where lost cars of the junkjards are just brought back to life. Turning already good driving original classics into tuning monsters is the boring reality of today
PLEASE SAVE THEM ALL!!
IT BREAKS MY HEART TO SEE THEM WRECKED OR CRUSHED...DAMN...THEY SIMPLY DO NOT MAKE THEM ANYMORE..THEY ARE ALL GOLD..
THANK YOU FOR ALL YOU DO I WISH I COULD HELP! I HAVE A FEW PROJECTS ASWELL GOD BLESS
What a guy.... Tom, you rock! Making this happen is truely a great story of kindness and generosity. Someone lends you their shop helps with parts, Dang what more could you ask for!
...and then hates to see it go! :-) Chuck in NE Kansas
I grew up on Ford wagons - '56 Ranch wagon,, '60 Country Squire, '64 Ranch wagon and 69/75 Country Squires - really liked this episode and so glad it was not the usual Chevy deal - nice to see a Ford highlighted and not made into something it never should have been. I would have painted the roof white but I am glad the next generation is making their mark on the hobby / industry. Hats off - keep up the good work.
My parents had a '61 Country Sedan before I was born and bought a used '64 CS when it was a year old 1 year before I came along. My dad was born and raised in Detroit, we were a Ford family. He bought the '64 from a Ford employee, an engineer that was being sent to South America to open a plant. My first car was a '64 XL coupe.
I love wagons regardless if its Ford, Gm, chrysler there all just so cool!
And practical
Racer 67 Same here. I’m in Australia. I got an early commodore wagon.
Hot rod wagons are extremely underappreciated. impala wagons are especially wicked.
Yes I agree
Old mercedes wagons are quite unappreciated too
I miss my 1962 Ford galaxie, chestnut brown 2 door … and then I see one in the video!!! Wish I had some money. Mom and Dad had a blue country sedan,, I remember that clip to the rain gutter. Beautiful!!!!!!!
My jaw dropped when I saw the wagon! Looked amazing. One of my favorite episodes!
I AM NOT A FORD GUY BUT I DO LOVE AND APPRECIATE THAT OLD WAGON...I LOVE IT!!! YALL REALLY SHOWED YOUR ASSES ON BRINGING THAT OLD GIRL BACK TO LIFE!! REALLY AWSOME SWEET JOB GUYS!!!
Wow thats awesome great work glad to see cars forgotten about getting to live another life again
Wow! Talk about memories... We came to the US from Argentina when I was 10 years old in 1965, lived in Martinez, California. My dad was 39 years old, originally from northern Italy and had never driven or owned a car. First car he bought was an aqua blue 1962 Ford Country Sedan, 390 V8 Cruise-o-Matic transmission, 8 passenger(the last seat faced backwards). That car could move even though it only had a two barrel carb. I did my first oil change on it at 12. A few years later at 19 I bought a 1964 Country Squire, turned it into my surfmobile, folded down the back seat, foam and carpet and "Paradise by the Dashboard Light". Peace!
Simply amazing. You saw something in that car. Went back to it. You and everyone else ressurected that car. Excellent job performed by the staff.
In 1962 my parents bought new a Ford station wagon from McCullum Fors in Spokane. They traded in a 1960 300 2 door sedan bought from the same dealer. That wagon took us on many camping trips and travel though out the Northwest.
I'm not a Ford guy, but this is a sweet ride. I'd love to have this.
And I love the barn find restoration out finding more barn finds.
I own 3 Fords and a 70 Mercury Cougar Eliminator. Which American car company beat Ferrari at LeMans in 1968? Ford, baby. Ford.
I am Chevy guy, but any car from the 60s is freaking cool to me. My favorite part of 50/60s cars are the interiors and dashboards.
Just shows how everything was possible 3 years ago !. today a lot more effort.
I had a ‘61 Galaxie 4-door sedan that I pulled out of a guy’s side yard for $200 when I was 17, sold it 6 months later for $1,000 and thought I made a killing. I’m only 20 now and I deeply regret selling it. this wagon is built exactly how I wanted my car. Such a cool vibe with the Mexican blankets and rusty roof on black steelies. Great minds think alike. Great video as always Tom!!
how can 44 people dislike this, one of the best episodes so far, looking forward to more
Probably the type that thumbs down everything. ☹
Trolls. Mostly the same deranged Chinese phantoms that got Biden elected...
This is in my opinion the best thing about the internet and RUclips. To see something absolutely awesome that would not be seen anywhere else. Wonderful example of not just saying what to do but actually doing it. Already exited about the next episode!
Hi, I m 3 years late in stumbling to this site....but what a beautiful estate or station wagon car!!! thank goodness you discovered it and not crushed plus an excellent job executing the restoration works.
Loved the Roof!!
Sometimes...you can tell....this Wagon really appreciates his revival.
Fantastic episode Tom !
This one holds a special place in my heart. I grew up with the same 62 Ford Country Squire wagon.
My folks bought her brand new.
She was black, with woodgrain sides, and a red interior.
My sister and I used to ride in the way back at night, and lay on our backs to look at the stars.
No way you can do that anymore!
You never see the old wagons hardly anymore. Thanks for saving this one.
Great idea to donate her to the College too.
Please, keep the videos coming.
They're awesome
Awesome surprise, Tom, you ol' rascal you.
Good people, great steward in Tom, a worthy cause and a cool ride.
You just can't beat this stuff. Every old car has a story and this one now has a doozy!
Be careful out there,
-Ed on the Ridge
Nice. Love the early 60s ford wagons.
That's awesome you donated to a collage that has auto restoration courses
We are thrilled with Tom's generosity! And we actually offer a bachelor's degree in automotive restoration if you know anyone interested!
It's so good to see one rescued! What a great ride!
Fantastic episode. Saved the Ford wagon and helped the McPherson School, all in well told story.
Tom you just have it:! Its the way how its to be. Love it.
Thanks for saving the wagon guys. She is looking great.
From Australia, well done to Tom and the team for their efforts and generosity of spirit.
love love love this episode! It's so cool to see Tom get involved in a project, especially with a car that was already featured. I too am in love with wagons, and this project was so fun to Watch, not to mention that it went towards a good cause. Awesome episode!
When I was a kid, Dad traded in a wheezy old 6 cylinder '59 Ford wagon for a new '63 Country Sedan with the 4 bbl 390 and Cruise-o-Matic. That thing couldn't stop much but it could go, and it sounded just like this wagon. When he kicked that thing down to pass on a two lane highway it was pure music. We drove it all the way from Mississippi to Acapulco, including the back high mountain route from Brownsville to Mexico City. How anyone talked management into dropping a sweet high-revving engine like the FE HiPo 390 into a wagon, I'll never know, but that car was a hoot. Cruised across Mexican desert at 90-100 mph with A/C on and four souls (me sleeping on the suitcases) with a month's luggage onboard. Some of the best road memories I ever had.
That original 1962 paint is incredible! And they did a great job buffing it out without burning through the edges.
What a cool video. Those old Ford wagons are my favorite.
I remember the blog where you shined the fender. Driving the '62 wagon from Midland TX, to McPherson, KS will be a great blog to watch, I can't wait!!
Loved that you did a buff & polish on the '62 Ford wagon's fender, and it came back looking really nice. That's the beauty of having a single stage paint job, instead of the Clear Coat over water- based crap that they've put on cars for over 25 years now. I DESPISE clear coat paint jobs, and you just demonstrated to your viewers why! I like your comments about seeing a "Field of cars" (3:32). Start them, and they will come..... 😅😅😅 The '62 wagon made a great project car, and the 390ci engine (I've had two of them) is a perfect match for that vehicle. BTW - as you're backing the restored '62 wagon out of the garage (13:40, it looks like a red '61 Ford Starliner on a trailer - nice!
Super heartwarming to hear that this car is being donated to students pursuing a degree in automotive restoration
Words cannot describe how much I love that wagon! Those early 60's big Fords have always held a certain appeal to me, even though I've never owned one, and a wagon would be perfect. Thanks for putting that beauty back on the road, and in the hands of the most deserving folks I can imagine. I'm proud to be a member of Hagerty Driver's Club!
Fantastic channel - fantastic episode!
Nearly all my cars since the age of 17 have been station wagons, I loved them before they became trendy.
Good vibes that the wagon was donated to the college.
The really great thing about this episode(s) is that you actually showed that a barn find can be restored. You took the time to do it. The previous episodes were always about a vehicle that would be a good candidate for restoration, this video proved that a restoration can be done, albeit with a group of people.
I knew this car would make a return!
Ik right!
Pulling out the buffing compound, while still in the yard no less, is basically putting a ring on it.
I was hoping!
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Best episode yet!!!
This became one proper wagon!!!! 👍 More restorations like this!!!! Please!!!!
Thanks Tom Cotter, Tom & Diane Cross, all the volunteers and all the people behind the scenes that helped this project get done. Love the series and the fine people these old cars bring together. Please keep making videos!
The best show not on tv.....heck the best show period, good work Tom, staff and friends.
Don't say that to loud, we wanna keep it here. Can't agree more though
KubotaManDan can’t have another roadkill on our hands
Great video. Great group of friends getting together and look what can happen. 👍
I am living my dream life vicariously through this channel. My gawd, what a blast. Thanks!
That is ONE SWEET RIDE! There are too many cars on BFH that deserve a new lease of life, but will probably never get it. Thanks for taking a chance on this one. And thanks to all those that donated their time, money and parts. Can't wait for the next episodes.
I absolutely love everything about this car, project, and future plans with this car! You definitely hit a grand slam with this one! Congratulations!
When I was a kid, we had this exact same car!! This might even be it, since we lived here in Tx!
I've always liked the body styling on the 1960 Fords. They were very unique and ahead of their time aerodynamically. Those flat fins are killer, too. I've owned 3 of them over the years. Very well built cars.
Cool project I remember the episode, great that you’re donating it keep up the good work, go find another👍
I love old fords when i was younger my dad had a 65 Fairlane. After the 289 in it went my sisters boyfriend completely built the engine for us in his shop class. I would love to have that car today.Great video another old ford saved.
High quality and very professional in every area. This Hagerty produced series, Barn Find Hunter with Tom Cotter is simply the best. Thank you to everyone who makes this possible. Chuck in NE Kansas
i am so happy, i’ve always wanted to see restoration from Tom or this channel. gotta love it :)
I doubt Tom has ever turned a wrench.
falconater68 maybe
What an amazing adventure!! A five year follow up on this project would be even better. Keep em' coming!!
Wow such a great idea never thought a station wagon could look so cool big thumbs up
This is one of the best episodes of Barn Find Hunter, I have watched it several times and it always makes me think.... Man that is exactly what I would love to do!! Great job and sentiment guys. Tom Cross and his boys deserve a massive round of applause 👏 🙌 👍
I agree, I have watched it many times.
This was brilliant Tom, you have loads of fans here in the UK, can’t wait until the next instalment
You've almost converted me to Ford!!! What another beauty! I'd love to see that 2 door wagon restored!
That is the first 2 door 60 wagon I have ever seen, and I am 68, so you know I have been looking. I have a real weakness for 60 Fords. Don't ask me why, their weirdness is just right to me. A 1960 Star Liner with the 352 360 hp engine with a three on the tree and overdrive. That would be the day I died.
Sweet build. Props to the team / donors! Too bad it want the WAY cooler 2-door wagon.
Love this wagon, dont matter what make it is, this is so cool. True car enthusiasts love all different makes 🤙
I've a couple of cars do exactly the same to me...they just weren't ready to die! Great video Tom! A shout of thanks to Hagerty!
What a cool car. Sad to think how many thousands of cars like these have been scrapped over the years snd still are being junked when with a small investment of time and money they could be turned into great cruisers. Not enough people out there who want to get their hands dirty anymore. Great episode!!!!
Hands down, this is the best car related show on RUclips!! Tom, I would love to meet you one day!!
I love old station wagons. Glad to see this old girl saved. 🙂
in a day where my little kids come home from school saying 'reduce, reuse, recycle' -- this project says it all.
Joe George Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.....
What better way to teach those principles to the kids than to save a piece of 🇺🇸's automotive history from a horrible fate!
Its up to us as parents to teach our children about our history. The level of quality and craftmanship that went into building cars and most everything was meant to last. The truth is the way cars are marketed today there are so many that are just sitting on lots with inflated price tags. The pump this junk out like bic lighters and for the most part there not worth much more than that. The whole industry is upside down.
But... did they have more than a half paragraph in their history book on Ulysses Grant? But that's another story. The deal here is put in some money and time to get a ride that is DONE with depreciation. No investment loses money faster than a car in that 5-10 year window after production, and the first 15 years [with truly rare exceptions] is all losses. The trick with a project car of course is... you gotta teach the kids all about carburetors. Have fun.
Wow! Great job guys! That car is a beauty!👍
Last month I bought a 1965 Dodge D-100 pickup. Mostly complete but doesn't run. I plan to fix it up and keep it mostly original.
Good on you and good luck. They are a nice truck.
my favorite body style for Dodge trucks! And also the 1958-1960s as well LOVE,Love,love Mopars!!
I started driving in 1990 and bought my first car at 15 1/2 yrs old. It was an all original 1962 Ford Galaxie 500 4dr. with 352 big block, cruisomatic trans, optional front seatbelts, 4 way power bench seat & fender skirts. I drove it for a while and then put a built 390/C6 in it. Awesome ride and fast as hell. WAY more car than a 16 yr old should have. I miss that big ole boy! Nice Wagon! Thanks for bringing back the memories.
What an amazing transformation!! one thumbs up isn't enough! The tire and wheel combo were perfect too!
Great video. I have known Tom for 30 years and I know his love for the old ford cars. Great restoration Tom.
This is the one car show that still really speaks to me. Great restoration project, well done🍻
Tom
You truly out did yourself on this episode. I was smiling the whole time. What a beautiful job you all did. And a nice jester you donating the car to a great cause.
Keep it up .. you are the best at what you do..
That was an awesome episode Tom, a cornerstone piece on what you and your show are about!! To take that unloved wagon that most people would walk past and give it some love is the sort of restoration I love. The car remains usable and original and very cool. Love the clear coated rusty roof :P
I undertook a similar revival/restoration of a '62 Hillman Super Minx last year (here in Australia) and have been driving the wheels off it for 7 months now, starting with a true barn find, resting since '84 in a shed, little old ladies car. It's no 390 V8 powered cruiser but the smiles for smiles ratio and thumbs up I receive are priceless. People passing you on the freeway just to get a better look and hang out the window to give you a big thumbs up makes it all worth it :).
Keep knocking it out of the park Tom, love your work!!!
I love these practical and simply old station wagons and the great restoration you did on the car. Bravo sir!
Wow... just wow. This is my fav episode by far. the Car looks perfect.
I appreciate how you must try and buff out a perfect angle view of the car. Circular thruster rear lenses ie Seeing that everyday will motivate to get her done! Sweet wide chillin ride.
Absolutely love old wagons! What a great build in bringing this one back to life. So cool...
Now that is the way it should be done!!
For me, this is the best episode so far!! And I've seen every episode! Great job guys! Best from Germany
I am glad I am not the only Ford nut. Mostly 55-64, but I love them all.
Awesome result ! What a great project - well done to all involved.
Had my mother's 1961 Ford Country Sedan with 390 tri power police interceptor ,the big factory cast iron headers, and NO RUST California car.3 Lincoln colors,root beer color ,pin stripped panel painted, sand blasted lower quarter panel glass with stage coach and heard of horses on the other quarter glass and more.
Bravo! So much to say about this episode....definitely gonna keep me watching!!
Well done guys. A great project and donation..
1960's Fords are the definition of cool!
OMG! You would have no idea how much I would LOVE to own that car!!~!!!! My very first car was a 63 Galaxie 500 with a dent in every single panel and I absolutely LOVED it!! Watching you drive that thing brought me RIGHT BACK!! 50 years ago and watching you drive it put me RIGHT BACK IN THAT DRIVER SEAT! I CAN STILL FEEL AND SMELL THAT INTERIOR! GORGEOUS!!!! Nothing like the early 60's Fords.
Honestly the best episode yet !! Love to see that he fixed it !!
I bought a 65 Olds 442 project car out of Midland TX. 19 hours one way from southern Indiana. White knuckle ride home using tow dolly. Scored super low rust and complete 442 for less than a grand. It got picked by 'American Pickett"
Ok everyone Tom Cross here I made a terrible mistake when talking to Tom Cotter about the sponsors on the wagon project, the disk brakes were donated by the WEST TEXAS CRUISERS A great club that does tremendous work charity for local kids.SORRY guys that was a kind of a rough morning for me seeing that car leaving.
Awesome work and very generous of you and the group. Best part is, you all saved that beautiful car!
It's all good Mr Cross, that was a great project video to get people interested in restoring older cars !
Tom....was that a 1940 Ford truck in the background of the line up towards the end of the video? How would I go about getting a truck like that to the east coast of Australia?
Hey mr cross do you have a website or something with a list of all the vehicles u have for sale on your property?
J Bilbo no I really don’t have a list they are all fords what are you looking for?
Just when I think these episodes can't possibly get better Tom comes up with a really great one! Up my alley ... Ford, wagon, red and a big-block! A+++
The 1st car I ever practiced driving in behind the folks shop on the short dirt path was a 65 Pontiac Safari ,, I love wagons,,,Great series! :D
Although not as sweet as the 65 we spent our teenage years in the late 80s early 90s skiing in the winter and road tripping in the summer in my buddy's 74' Safari wagon he inherited from his grandma. He's kicking himself now for letting it go on his now ex-wife's urging.
This is so awesome, I remember that episode and I thought ...no way is he going to walk away from that car. Such a cool wagon, great job. Now get on that two door wagon!
Nice looking wagon! I love cars from this era. Amazing the paint buffed out this good. Paint from this era was lacquer as I recall,it likes to be buffed.
My mother drove a ford country sedan when I was just six years old. It was light blue and I will never forget it. Us kids sat in what they call the "way back" in North Dakota, still today. It was the exact same model. This choked me up a bit.
I live in Kansas less than 1 hr away from McPherson. Hopefully I’ll see that car driving on the road when I’m there
By far the best programme on RUclips. Many others, but I love this the best
I've always loved wagons. God bless you for saving this one.