YouTuber has a valid reason for calling this California discovery the ‘craziest barn find ever’
- US-base YouTuber Emelia Hartford recently stumbled upon what she called the ‘craziest barn find ever’
- The barn is situated in the California desert
- The replica car is based on a 1969 Plymouth model
Published on Jul 17, 2024 at 2:58 PM (UTC+4)
by Daksh Chaudhary
Last updated on Jul 17, 2024 at 6:56 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
US-based YouTuber Emelia Hartford recently stumbled upon what she calls the ‘craziest barn find ever,’ and her discovery is indeed a jaw-dropper.
When we hear about a barn find, we often imagine dusty old cars left to decay.
Whilst that’s predominantly the case, sometimes the cars found have a fascinating backstory that makes them even more special.
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Finding the Plymouth Superbird replica
Emelia’s love for the cars led her to a barn in the California desert, where she found a Plymouth Superbird.
She uploaded the story of the car on her official YouTube channel.
But the twist in the story came when she and her friends realized that it’s not the real deal but – in actual fact – a replica.
The car had some serious inaccuracies and misplaced parts, including the modified nose section.
It was basically based on a 1969 Plymouth model and was not the genuine 1970 Superbird.
The barn not only housed a Plymouth Superbird clone but also revealed a surprising secret.
The walls were packed with a large amount of illegal material from the previous owner, a 90-year-old survivalist.
This was revealed when Amelia’s friend explored the barn that he had recently bought.
A car with an amazing backstory
Despite being a replica, this car is truly amazing, especially when you consider the story behind it.
The car was in rough shape with a corroded interior and no engine. But someone with good restoration skills could definitely bring this beauty back to life.
The Superbird, originally built for NASCAR in 1970, is a rare gem, make no mistake.
Only 1,935 units were ever made, and calling the Plymouth Superbird the most iconic muscle car wouldn’t necessarily be an exaggeration.
Many years have passed since they started production, but these cars can still sell for a hefty price.
If it had been the real car, it would have been a seriously lucrative find for Amelia and her friends.
However, restoring the replica and driving it with pride on the road doesn’t sound like too much of a bad deal either.
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