From barn dust to burnout, this 1969 Mustang was hidden for a generation
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This 1969 Mustang barn find went through a full classic car restoration after sitting untouched for more than 30 years.
Documented by YouTube channel ThisNThatGarage, the car had just 59,000 miles on the clock and hadn’t moved since 1992.
What started as a dust-covered relic was methodically transformed into a running and driving classic.
From a seized engine to a working V8, the result is a testament to persistence and mechanical skill.
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A forgotten 1969 Mustang with a family history
The 1969 Mustang featured by ThisNThatGarage was more than just a barn find.
It came with decades of history and personal significance.
Originally parked in hopes of being passed down to the owner’s son, it was ultimately forgotten when the boy asked for a Camaro instead.
The car sat quietly for over 30 years until the family contacted a friend who was ready to restore this classic.
Classic car restoration starts from the ground up
Bringing this 1969 Mustang back to life required a full classic car restoration.
The first hurdle was freeing the locked engine.
ThisNThatGarage replaced the fuel tank, cleaned the lines, and carefully rebuilt the carburetor.
After diagnosing several faulty ignition parts, including brand-new components that failed, the engine finally fired up with fresh spark and clean fuel.
Rebuilding the brakes and chasing spark
The barn find still needed serious mechanical attention, though.
All four drum brakes were replaced, a new master cylinder was installed, and clogged lines were flushed to restore stopping power.
ThisNThatGarage also discovered a bent fuel line and an incorrect rear axle, adding to the list of unexpected tasks.
Each repair brought the car one step closer to reliable operation.
The 1969 Mustang hits the road again
After weeks of repairs, the 1969 Mustang barn find finally moved under its own power.
It drove cautiously around the lot, powered by a strong but smoky V8.
New tires and a fresh gas tank completed the setup, and in a final clip, ThisNThatGarage sent the car off with a light burnout.
The classic car restoration had officially come full circle, and the 1969 Mustang barn find has been revived through a patient and thorough classic car restoration.
What was once a silent project car is now back on its feet, thanks to the efforts documented by ThisNThatGarage.
It’s a real-world example of what determination, basic tools, and attention to detail can accomplish when a classic Ford is brought back to life.
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