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PROJECT DUSTBUS: 800 miles in an untested $50 Toyota van

Imagine that you’ve just purchased a 30-year-old barn find for $50. What’s your next move? You could do a slow, methodical refresh of all the important mechanical and safety bits, taking only short drives while you make certain that everything … Continue reading

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PROJECT DUSTBUS: How I scored a “barn find” Toyota Van for a measly 50 dollars

The notion of an automotive barn find usually conjures up visions of dodgy trips up muddy country paths and into decrepit shacks, followed by a black mold discovery in what’s left of your chosen vehicle’s upholstery and the eventual adoption … Continue reading

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