ABANDONED Car Rescued From Woods After 50 Years - 1960 VW Beetle

ABANDONED Car Rescued From Woods After 50 Years - 1960 VW Beetle | 4 Full Restoration

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Жыл бұрын

Today we drive through the NH woods into an old car graveyard from over 50 years ago. This is the first car we rescue and pull from this honey hole but not our last. The VW Beetle is rusty, rough and buried in the ground but is it savable? To be Restored ? 4 Full Restoration? It has an engine, will it run after sitting 50 years in the woods?

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@kenshores9900 Жыл бұрын

Who ever tells you about this stuff is not your friend. You have a true dedication to saving/restoring VWs

@kenshores9900 Жыл бұрын

Where and how do you find these things?

@sandraclowdus6549 Жыл бұрын

yep. true.

@kenshores9900 Жыл бұрын

@@sandraclowdus6549 He has a living and understanding wife!

@stude1953 Жыл бұрын

@@kenshores9900 that should be loving. But yeah without that none of this would be possible. lol

@kenshores9900 Жыл бұрын

@@stude1953 S true!

@antonybrown5285 Жыл бұрын

Brave man doing that rescue on your own. Respect your dedication.

@Olddeadleadfoot 7 ай бұрын

I'm 56 and have rescued a few hundred VWs and other cars and trucks from the woods, desert, farms and junk yards, just like you're doing. It kicks one's ass after awhile. I'm still after a couple of buses in Nevada that I'll go get eventually. Like you, I carry two drum-puller kits; a cheap Chinese made puller and a Blue Point puller. The Blue Point is the way to go. Keep at it, as you're keeping me inspired.🙂👍

@eskieman3948 7 ай бұрын

But it's people like you folks that save these rusting VWs for restoration and parts, and save them for historical and enjoyment purposes. While I'm not doing any rescues any more, I truly appreciate the work it takes to retrieve and restore the cars I drove in my teens while working at a used car lot. Good work guys!

@jamesb.9155 6 ай бұрын

You're like fellow Troubadours.

@christophernoto Жыл бұрын

Some philanthropist left a Beetle in the woods with a key in the ignition! If I hadn’t seen it, I wouldn’t have believed it! 😂❤😂 Thanks for Yet Another Awesome Video! 🎉❤👍👍

@kliller854 Жыл бұрын

Man, I was holding my breath several times. Glad you made it out safe. Helluva rescue.

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you , much appreciated

@klauswassermann8054 Жыл бұрын

The most incredible crazy car rescue I've seen on YT for almost a decade. Can't believe you really were going through all that trouble. Cheers!

@MrPhotodoc Жыл бұрын

The sweat equity in recovering these is priceless.

@allenbuck5589 Жыл бұрын

It’s amazin😮g what go through to save a VW True love affair I enjoy your videos. Thanks from. Sc

@TimsWorkshopTJY Жыл бұрын

You have to give Jason credit, there is no quit in him. Just going out in that brush with a trailer is crazy. There's a reason why he's by himself. Haha 😄

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Tim, I really appreciate that

@bruce6768 Жыл бұрын

Yes it's a 60. Looks like Arctic or Flint Grey. Hard to tell from the video. One year only interior also. Such a nice combination. Nice save.

@Rami-oi8gs Жыл бұрын

ر سول الله

@johnsarian_cu Жыл бұрын

I live in NH but I'd swear that looks like you were in the Amazon LOL. Hard core dedication!

@willf5768 Жыл бұрын

Gotta give it to ya Jason The Bugman never quits. 💪😁✊ Endeavor to Persevere.

@warbirdwf Жыл бұрын

Jason, you're an animal! What a ton of work to get that bad boy out. Thanks for taking the time to video these rescues for us to enjoy. Super enjoyable to watch.

@riccodelestaque7720 Жыл бұрын

Sometimes we would like to help through the screen!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you, I appreciate it WarBird

@Chr.U.Cas1622 Жыл бұрын

At first I thought that this was a fake video. Okay, the old bug was in his favourite condition (stuck deep in the ground and without floor pans). But the guy, who looks exactly like 5150mxVW, came fully prepared! I've never seen that in all the years I watch this channel. But after some time it became clear: It is an original and more or less typical 5150mxVW rescue mission video! And as masochistic as almost always. 😁 ;-) Nevertheless: In the end he always brings something home. Sometimes he is in a limb mode after those exhausting rescue missions, this time it's the car too. 😱🙈 Thanks a lot for making explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards, luck and health in particular.

@jamesquintana9137 Жыл бұрын

A standing ovation to you Jason for doing this all by yourself! And you didn't run into a Sasquatch up there either!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you James !!

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

Ohhhh this looks fun! Buried deep in the woods!! Watching now!

@jameslondon6956 Жыл бұрын

This was absolutely killer!!!! Doing this all by yourself...and the only one cussing was me! Your level of patience, fortitude, and determination is off the scale!!!

@jamescook5738 Жыл бұрын

Began watching Mustie 1 several years ago. So naturally I saw you n him rescuing VWs. Now I also follow your channel. Awesome what y’all are doing saving VWs.

@Jay-ju9jw Жыл бұрын

I’m totally lost for words man. I was going to say at first watching your content is truly one of a kind, that to, but it’s better fitting to say what your sharing is amazing VW stories! Thank you and keep it coming.. love it!

@jeffbannon1345 Жыл бұрын

Did anyone else notice all the stuff falling out from where the pan should be? Just awesome.

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

My seats !!! OMG , that sucked 🤦‍♂️…usually it’s just the battery , not my low backs , ugh

@APeale Жыл бұрын

Wow, what a portrait in determination. One eye must be smiling!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you AP, well right now the one eyeball fell out on the way home ( unbroken on trailer ) and it's leaking tranny fluid all over the trailer ....marking it's spot perhaps ?

@richardgreene3460 Жыл бұрын

Simple: AWESOME! I have shared this with all my VW buddies! Tremendous respect!

@ado-yz9rb Жыл бұрын

You my friend are one determined individual !!!!!!

@fdholley Жыл бұрын

Looks like the perfect horror movie situation...deep in the forest and it's starting to become dark...tree falls without explanation oh and power loss by the nearby residents...I'll just scream myself to sleep tonight 😂😂

@markfillingim3686 Жыл бұрын

Once again this man never gives up...

@user-mc9om5di1f Жыл бұрын

Way to hang in there. I wish I could find and recover my 63 bug that I abandoned in 1978 .

@raycara Жыл бұрын

Feature of early Beetles, seats can go through the floor for easy access. :) Great save there!

@markj.7369 Жыл бұрын

Amazong Jason. You saw it through to the end. God Bless

@SladesVWBeetle Жыл бұрын

I need those dash grille pieces 😳 Now that’s what I call dedication!! Ole one eye Willie 😁😂 That was funny! You definitely needed another guy there. You didn’t go swimming! The end looked like a scary movie!

@johnjwedrall4290 11 ай бұрын

You guys pick one hell of a place to find and rescue a car 🚗 😊👍⁉️

@christophercornetet5037 Жыл бұрын

Hell yeah Rad Dude!! Save em all!! I love all the weird unique features of the 1960 beetle!! That is definitely a 60, I can tell by the one year only vertical key slot in the door handle!!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

Hi Chris, thank you for the 60 info , i'm a newb on the 60 stuff

@christophercornetet5037 Жыл бұрын

@@5150mxVW no sweat homie!! I have an April 1960 pearl white beetle and I love the odd ball quirky one year stuff they have!! Weirdest part is the trans mount on the nose cone of the transmission, which raises it slightly, which tilts the engine down a tad, which means one year only dipstick!! (Supposed to be painted red! So we dont mix em up!) Stock muffler would have been different too as a result! Fan shroud has 1 year only rubber wire clips, and since it's the last year for screw type wire connections, the turn signal switch is incredibly rare!! That and the vertical key slot. Also cool 1 year color options! I'm sure I'm forgetting stuff, but they are such cool weird beetles!! Cant wait to see more on this car!!! Have a Rad Day duder!!! You kick ass dude!!!!!!

@backyardkombi5466 Жыл бұрын

These jungle rescues are something else. Really needs to be a documentary and if I had the time abs $ I’d come film it.

@deborahmarion9038 Жыл бұрын

OMG Jason! That was a crazy rescue! Don’t be doing that sh*t by yourself. So happy you made it out of the forest safely and home. Talk about determination.

@uzermohammed8229 11 ай бұрын

AffAnkha

@robertwells1650 Жыл бұрын

Another saved bug! Who knows how much of it can be saved. I think you and Mustie need to do a road trip and rescue the van!

@fognnorway6471 Жыл бұрын

I've rescued a lot of vws, but here in south dakota they never seemed that bad! Good job!

@brucejessie Жыл бұрын

"Horsefly Benny Hillin' my head right now." LOL! Yes, nice reference, Jason! loved The Benny Hill Show. 🙂

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

haha, awesome :)

@claytonsimplot9554 Жыл бұрын

That looked like alot of work. When I was a teenager that wasn't a big deal . I only saw a car that was headed for the road. I know your not a teenager but you still have the same visions. Go for it and good luck.

@sammaze2103 Жыл бұрын

You are the Master of retreiving old VW-s buried in the woods! People do realize how hard this is !

@corey6393 Жыл бұрын

I helped a buddy pull a late 50's bug out of the woods a few years back. We were worried about the rusty framehead and didn't want to rip the front beam loose. So we cabled up to the transmission horns, pulled from there, and bundled the cable to the front beam to keep it pulling straight. Worked like a charm. Also, when pulling brake drums and the shoes get stuck to them, take a long punch or screwdriver and poke it through the open lug bolt holes to push the shoes back towards the backing plate. Helps keep things from binding up and making the pull even harder. BTW, did you dig those black tent poles from the scrap pile next to the Westy? Also, that split bus door is a Palm Green/Sand Green from a 56-58 bus. Nice score!

@MrPhotodoc Жыл бұрын

And wear a hat!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

yes, great ideas Corey , I have used a punch in the past ...my luck i'd bugger up the threads lol, so i stuck with the hammer. That. is my plan on the SO23 camper, try and tie the frame / beam / torsion tube all together for loading once it's a roller....the poles are still there , i didn't grab them haha, i will. thank you

@eric_seguin Жыл бұрын

I bought one of those 2 wheel trailer jacks for mine. Best money I ever spent. It's set up so you can push a button and flip it up out of the way when not needed.

@tommyfoley Жыл бұрын

You need some grad students on these archeological digs. Keep up the great work and thanks for the video, J.

@nathanhodges7823 Жыл бұрын

Nice work Jason, cool bug. Is that the Blair Witch house in the background?!

@ob1vw Жыл бұрын

Awesome video. Felt like I was right there with you getting bit by horse flies, getting muddy and beat to hell by the end of it. lol. But always a good feeling saving another VW from the grave.

@julianroberts7116 Жыл бұрын

How that door closes at 9mins 30 is incredible. 😅 I'd never have believed it. Mate at what point does a car look too far gone for you to rescue? Have you ever seen one and just left it because it was just too knackered? I love watching these cars getting rescued man but I'd also really love to see what happens to them afterwards - a resto, etc. The videos you post with Larry are really great.

@ronnieparker4311 Жыл бұрын

That was a Indiana Jones discovery and rescue from the forest ! 🤘🤘🤘 space ace ron⚡️⚡️⚡️

@TomEngStudios 8 ай бұрын

Dude, because of your videos, my brothers and I pulled a 67 bus out of the woods this past weekend! Thanks for the education and your commitment to rescuing these!

@5150mxVW 8 ай бұрын

Nice ! was that the 67 SO42 ? I think I saw it on the CT VWA page, nice find !

@TomEngStudios 8 ай бұрын

@5150mxVW yeah! Would love any suggestions, recommendations, referrals for welding companies in the area.

@stude1953 Жыл бұрын

That's a $30k VW for all the work and effort you put into it trying to get it out of there!! lol Enjoy your videos!

@windowcreek1798 Жыл бұрын

What an awesome adventure. Hard work. Have a few cold brews. You deserve it.

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you, I thought I'd have time for a cold one in the cold crystal clear pools of the river but nope....next time :). I deserved some water but drove 2 hours thirsty as my truck hadn't gone into limp mode yet....yet haha

@windowcreek1798 Жыл бұрын

@@5150mxVW Awesome bro.

@ILOVEBACONBOY2018 Жыл бұрын

Awesome work getting that out. Enjoy the video!

@philipeaton3102 Жыл бұрын

very brave of you doing all that on your own must say thats a new way of getting out the back seat look foreward to the next one

@brysonbyrd343 Жыл бұрын

Thank you you are a hero

@backyardkombi5466 Жыл бұрын

Have any of those “We push cars around” tshirts. Might be a song in the future

@arnaldofettuccine5227 Жыл бұрын

I'm exhausted just watching you work. That was quite an endeavor 😯 I could hear the horse fly 😱This would have made a great Twilight Zone episode.

@mikelove9832 Жыл бұрын

Wow !!!!! After this im going to get a cold one and jump in the whirlpool . Your Attitude Determines Your Altitude ! Thanks ✌😎

@davidcornish9235 Жыл бұрын

You are one crazy VW fanatic!!!! Love watching you rescue bugs and vans! Keep it up! :)

@uhn100 Жыл бұрын

Well your an hero doing that removel on your own kudo's to you I know it took a long time but overall I think it went well keep posting I love watching you sir thank you Andy.

@andrewcooper8980 6 ай бұрын

I’m new to your channel but I’ve got to say that you are the only guy who actually takes the proper time to remove the brake drums so that it’s a hell of a lot easier moving the vehicle. That’s the way I was taught by my dad and uncle. I believe I’ve got a new favourite channel Have at it!

@5150mxVW 6 ай бұрын

hi Andrew , thank you , much appreciated ...gotta get the rusty ones rolling or you twist em to all hell :)

@JB91710 Жыл бұрын

Jeep Gladiator! Grab it! That Ford looks like your best bet.

@CortinasAndClassics Жыл бұрын

2 minutes in and WOW Jason that is a handfull. Glued to the screen.

@clydepodvin5026 Жыл бұрын

"You guys still here " you had me rolling 🤣 where we going.

@bigw8549 Жыл бұрын

I swear I just feel exhausted after watching this 🥱

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

you will sleep good tonight :)

@deborahchesser7375 Жыл бұрын

That is the definition of a field service mechanic, I was never sent on anything that bad but I have seen some real messes. Great job brother, if you can see it you can fix it 🐾✌️🇺🇸

@CortinasAndClassics Жыл бұрын

That was brilliant, really enjoyed it and the bit at the end was rather scary.

@huissens Жыл бұрын

You are the Fred Rogers of KZfaq! The way you include us with the little comments have me speaking back to you - much like my daughter did when she was a toddler 30 years ago. Had to explain to her that he couldn’t hear her answers to her questions. Of course, me talking to you and thinking I’m hearing an answer from you is probably a sign of early dementia, haha! As always, we’ll done! You never give up!!!

@Dent-Arthur-Dent Жыл бұрын

I’m glad you can’t hear me shouting at the screen! I love your determination and doggedness. All those trees to use to turn the trailer around with AND you had a WINCH to do it with! Dood you need a couple of pulleys and another tow strap and you’d be golden. I haul trees out of difficult areas and use the same technique. Pulleys, rope and ground anchors and you can haul anything out of anywhere.

@BigmanKris 8 ай бұрын

I could sit all day and watch you work. Loved the video. Probably should have someone with you.

@sashas8168 Жыл бұрын

I can't believe your dedication in saving these vw. Boarding on madness!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Sasha , I appreciate it

@Crazychester250 Жыл бұрын

I could spend all day picking through there

@jeffdelano5084 Жыл бұрын

Watching you is always fun great video

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Jeff, much appreciated

@AlanCozzi-yc5uu Жыл бұрын

Great dedication ...compulsive viewing well done Jason .Keep the rescues coming. Recently discovered the channel .Brings back great memories of owning a beetle...everyone needs to have driven one in there car owning life. Nothing quite like it !

@carlbernard4197 Жыл бұрын

Would love to have a Microbus myself.

@RusThompson Жыл бұрын

L that is the hardest rescue I have ever seen, and by yourself. I don't know how you did it, honestly and kept the high spirits up that you are know for. I applaud you my friend! Now what was wrong with your truck? I feel bad for you sometimes. God Bless you Jason!

@cyrilstrain2387 Жыл бұрын

Love watching you

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you , I appreciate that !

@richardwarnock2789 Жыл бұрын

At the Maternal Breech birth of VW Seat was the Highlight of the whole Vid-J- O!!!: )😂😅

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

oh man, I was so pissed that happened ...usually the batteries fall out, not both front seats !!! then ran them over , ugh🤦‍♂️

@PapiDoesIt Жыл бұрын

I never get tired of seeing you rescue these old VWs.

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

Thank you , much appreciated

@hoffbug Жыл бұрын

That one gives the phrase "throw it in the woods" a whole new meaning.

@almclean4835 Жыл бұрын

Great job dragging that bug out. Larry will approve. Not nice being in a forest when trees are falling round about you, been there done that

@KrisKaos13 2 ай бұрын

Omg I loved it when the camera fell over. That was awesome dude I love your videos. Keep up the good work.

@5150mxVW 2 ай бұрын

thank you for the kind words Kris, much appreciated

@journeymenforlife Жыл бұрын

Man this is rad 🤙🏼

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you, that was easy compared to what lies ahead ....

@slimpickins3425 Жыл бұрын

I got to tell you that was the sketchiest rescue i have seen you do! I thought doing the weeds was enough, but that whole trailer debacle ! Then that POS Harbor Freight winch! I got to hand it to you you are one dedicated guy, and a powerhouse of energy, and Jenn is a saint! Thanks for doing what you do, you had me laughing many times!

@glentucker4250 Жыл бұрын

J that was amazing! How you saved both those VWs in the conditions they and you were in is crazy. A big tip of the cap for doing what you do! Get your truck fixed and safe travels 🙂

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Glen, much appreciated !

@carlbernard4197 Жыл бұрын

Jason has much more guts than me for sure. Is awesome how he car retrieve these buried VW's and get them going again.

@riccodelestaque7720 Жыл бұрын

It's amazing that there are so many cars hidden in the woods. Getting them out of there requires courage and self-sacrifice. I did that in the past (in France with Citroen Tractions) have a lot of imagination. Extracting Ceyye, all alone, devoured by insects was not easy. The problems even went as far as the trailer. What courage it takes, sometimes.

@paulcowie1363 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic job Jason! 👏 I wouldn't have even thought about doing that on my own! Mind blowing 🤯. Thanks for rescuing yet another little Beetle buddy ❤

@dannyfoust3123 Жыл бұрын

Nice addition, what a dig!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Danny

@mikehunt1418 Жыл бұрын

Man you are one HARD wokin Guy...If you are doing what u love ,My Hat is off to ya.

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

thank you Mike, this is fun work , what i do to get away from " work " haha

@jesterr7133 Жыл бұрын

You have some of the most difficult recoveries I have ever seen anyone attempt. You obviously love what you do, and I'm glad you do it. Save the other ones and that old lawn mower too. I would love to restore that thing.

@jameskurdy4873 Жыл бұрын

You are a persistent individual! Great Job,

@wheeled11 Жыл бұрын

Unbelievable amount of work. That was great!

@josephperry6822 Жыл бұрын

Where's Josh? Was the bus enough for him! You are an animal Jason! It definitely shows once again your passion for vw's, and it's awesome! Wish I could bring my shovel and back along to help! But wouldn't you know it? I have no shovel, sorry buddy! As always, great job with the rescue. I knew that sucker was going home no matter what! You're the man!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

Josh kinda tapped out on the last one ...hopefully he gets his💩together and comes back for the next one. I don't expect him to be out for 10 hours like me but ...Thank you JP, much appreciated my friend

@carlbernard4197 Жыл бұрын

Need to send a Bobcat tracked skid steer for Jason to use to extract these tough ones.😊

@anthonychackett9662 Жыл бұрын

This is outstanding! I cant help but feel some sadness for the other guys (vehicles) that stay behind

@SIXPACFISH 7 ай бұрын

You never would have got that thing out of Wooley Swamp if it weren't for all of us helping you, Dude!

@anibalbabilonia1867 Жыл бұрын

Damn that’s a hell of a job!😳I gotta handed to you! You have patience to pull that off out of it’s grave! Yikes!

@dunkirchen1940 Жыл бұрын

That floor was holding by a literal thread... I was afraid the car was going to rip in half! What an epic save, Jason.

@andrewphillips9123 Жыл бұрын

Well at least its not raining. Mining old vws out of the wild jungles of New Hampshire. Phone Mustie up and get him to give you a hand. I'll volunteer him. He won't say no . Afterall you're on a mission from God rescuing a vw in distress. The last 2 rescues have been very distressed. LOL You need a victory. You have a victory you found one. Im looking at the door gap on the right side while you were digging . Hmm the door gap's wrong LOL I cheered when you got it on the trailer. That was a good effort.

@brandonpowell1929 Жыл бұрын

How did that door close?🤯🤯🤯

@MustangGuy6501 Жыл бұрын

Great video! That was a heck of a rescue for sure just wish I could rescue that mustang

@SpankysHotRodsandCustoms Жыл бұрын

Timber!!!!! Thanks for sharing -Spanky

@maverick4177 Жыл бұрын

In true Larry Enticer fashion……”Are you silly? Im still gonna send it” 😂😂😂

@henrygreen19 Жыл бұрын

Man even if I was not a lover of Beetles I will not miss a minute of these episodes ! The entertainment value alone is off the charts ! ha ha ha ha Tell Josh I am proud of him, he took my advice and ran - he will be home in a week or two. The best !!

@5150mxVW Жыл бұрын

Haha yeah he did lol ! Thank you Henry, much appreciated . I’m headed up tonight to pull the SO23 Bus out

@ineverhadthemoney7857 Жыл бұрын

THIS was 1 off your greatest video //JUST OUTSTANDING --thanks

@robinredman5192 Жыл бұрын

I kept hearing the Monty Python song as you were deep in the forest, "I'm a Lumberjack and that's OK,,," 😅🤣😂. Then the Archeologist Song began to play as you were extracting the car, "Oh I am an archaeologist you can tell it by my physique, If you listen very carefully you may just hear me creak, My knees have gone, my back is bent...." 😁 Yup Jason, I looked up Perseverance in the Dictionary and sure enough, there was a picture of you. Thanks for another awesome video my friend. John here, from the back-roads of Northeastern Tennessee.