Reviving a Vintage Beauty: The Journey of the 1960 Falcon Ranchero

In this thrilling episode of MotorTrend Channel, the intrepid team stumbles upon a hidden gem - a 1960 Falcon Ranchero. With excitement in their eyes, they marvel at the unique design elements of this vintage beauty. The nose of the car, reminiscent of the dawn of the jet age, is a sight to behold, with its resemblance to the mouth of a jet engine and rocket booster tail lights. It's like an F104, but without the deadly consequences. The team is instantly smitten, finding it even more alluring than they remembered.

Their plan is simple yet daring: put in the bare minimum effort to make the car run and drive, and then decide whether to keep it or flip it. But before they can embark on this journey, they must confront a rather unpleasant task - cleaning the interior. Rat poop and snail shells have made themselves at home in the car, creating an unholy mess. Armed with a vacuum and a pressure washer, the team sets out to restore the car's former glory.

As they delve deeper into the project, it becomes apparent that the engine is in dire straits. Rust and neglect have taken their toll, rendering it useless. Undeterred, the team decides to pull the engine out and assess the damage. With determination in their hearts, they clean the engine and interior, preparing for the next step in their quest to revive this forgotten classic.

However, their efforts hit a roadblock when they discover that the ring gear is busted off the flywheel. It's a devastating blow, but they refuse to be defeated. With a mixture of frustration and determination, they decide to remove the engine and transmission altogether, contemplating whether to salvage or replace them. Despite the setbacks, the team soldiers on, ready to face whatever challenges lie ahead in their mission to bring this vintage Falcon Ranchero back to life.

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Chuck shares a story about his first car, a 61 Falcon Ranchero
Ken remembers a friend's Ranchero with a 427 side oiler
Cars & Cats give a tip on aligning the hood hinge
KBAKER wants to see the muscle truck with the Dodge step side in the background
Mark expresses disappointment that Freiburger bought a Chevy engine instead of a Ford
Abigail admires the Ford Falcon front end
Lane reminisces about the diamond pattern
M suggests putting an FE engine in the car
William is envious that the hosts get paid to do what they love
Various users express their love for the car and the show