FYI: Discover a trove of automotive treasures hidden in an underground barn, accessible only through a risky descent and shrouded in mystery.
### Million-Dollar Cars in Hidden Underground Storage
Finding a rich collection of rare cars that amount to millions of dollars may sound like the plot of a movie, but for urban archaeologists from Lost Adventures and car enthusiast The Bearded Explorer, it was a thrilling reality. The pair of explorers recently ventured into a subterranean treasure trove that has been on their radar for years.
### A Challenging Descent
Accessing this hidden gem is no easy feat. Explorers must squeeze through a narrow gap and make a perilous drop into the basement below, where astonishing rewards await. Apart from the tricky entryway, they also had to deal with on-site security measures and police cameras, which made their quest even more challenging.
### Unearthing the Automotive Goldmine
Upon reaching the underground barn, the explorers were greeted by an incredible array of vehicles. These include expensive prototype cars, a Formula 1 car, retro taxis, and even a collection of wooden car replicas. Some highlights of their discovery are:
– A DeLorean with iconic Back to the Future-style doors
– A Formula 1 racing car
– Numerous rare and vintage models
Remarkably, some of these cars still have keys inside them, adding an element of surrealness to the experience.
### The Legacy of Bristol Cars
The location has a rich history, tied to ‘Bristol Cars,’ a luxury car manufacturer originally based in Filton, near Bristol, England. Despite producing vehicles in limited quantities, Bristol Cars went bankrupt in March 2011. Kamkorp Autokraft, the owner of Frazer-Nash, took over the brand in April 2011. Unfortunately, they went into administration again in May 2020, leaving behind a legacy encapsulated in these hidden treasures.
### More Hidden Treasures Around the World
This isn’t an isolated case. Explorers have found hundreds of abandoned cars deep underground in a Swiss mine, and Japan’s exclusive underground car meets bear a striking resemblance to real-life ‘Tokyo Drift’ scenes. These finds are a combination of car enthusiasts’ dreams and urban explorers’ adventures.
### Additional Discoveries
Apart from entire cars, the facility also contained original car molds, car parts, old vintage taxis, motorbikes, and even vintage suitcases and clothing items that add layers to the mystery and intrigues of the place. A standout discovery is a moon buggy-like vehicle and a classic car valued at over $230,000.
### Potential Auctions
Given the value and rarity of these finds, it’s likely they may soon head to auction, similar to other high-value barn finds. Enthusiasts and collectors should stay tuned for what could be an exciting series of auctions.
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William Rapp, Editor of Automotive.fyi
