Forgotten 1968 Pontiac Firebird - Will it RUN AND DRIVE 700 MILES?

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3 жыл бұрын

I traded my Corvette for a 1968 Firebird sight unseen. Then realized, the only way I'm getting home is in this 1st gen Pontiac. It was stated to have some issues, and hasn't been on the road in a decade. I've got a snow storm bearing down on me, and over 700 miles home. Think I'll make it?
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@randytomlinson865 3 жыл бұрын

70 years old and sit watch a young man doing what I loved doing all my life till illness slowed me down ! Thanks for letting me ride along with you.

@metaspencer 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome man

@bomberaustychunksbruv4119 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah - I'm a mechanic and I like watching his vids!.

@michaeloedy1568 3 жыл бұрын

Anyone ever tell you that you look like Don Williams? “Living’ in Tulsa Time....”

@edwardsgarage7427 3 жыл бұрын

@@michaeloedy1568 😂

@gulliver3644 3 жыл бұрын

I’m 74 and love watching this channel. Stay healthy “young man” . I’m fortunate, ain’t got no hitch in my giddy up yet. Best to you and yours.

@plumberpaul 3 жыл бұрын

Not many you tubers could get a away with a 1.12 hour video and I watch every minute

@johnsayman2271 3 жыл бұрын

Cant watch who)e thing but he is always in backround when new vids drop

@wokewokerman5280 3 жыл бұрын

no kidding, because you never know what's going to happen, like is he really going to defrost with that torch!!!!

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

I certainly appreciate yall watching

@njmenaceify 3 жыл бұрын

1.12 hour vidja*

@janhugo 3 жыл бұрын

Mustie1 can, I love his videos too!

@2006cstv Жыл бұрын

I am 78 years old and have been a lifelong hotrodder/ Car guy. It is so refreshing to not see a $200k multiyear build that 1% of 1% of us can afford. Keep up the good work and DON'T change. LOVE your show

@tombelyea5087 Жыл бұрын

Hello sir thanks for starting the convorsa and I would love to converse about the old vehicles in my short time i had behind the wheel and I was wondering where and there is the

@tombelyea5087 Жыл бұрын

Lady for me I'm not fussy man cause we all have flaws err but seen by us w

@tombelyea5087 Жыл бұрын

Y might not be considered as quite an asset to a anidaia

@FallRiverFlint Жыл бұрын

I grew up on the east cost in the 70's and 80's surrounded by old fast cars. I'm painfully familiar with being in an old steel box with no heat and bone shattering temps. Brought back a lot of fun memories for me! Not to mention seeing those $2.39 gas prices from days gone by 😁 Another 1 hour of pure VGG gold!

@jacksmith5692 Жыл бұрын

I paid $1.89/gallon in November of 2020! Now over $3 a gallon!

@SevenSixTwo2012 11 ай бұрын

@@jacksmith5692 Yep. That's what the Democrats war on energy brings the nation : expensive energy. Votes have consequences, folks!

@mikeam3871 8 ай бұрын

@@jacksmith5692$6 plus in commiefornia. Bidenomics.

@chad0856 3 жыл бұрын

"that means this used to be a 4 speed, which is great... because im going to put one back in it.. IMMEDIATELY..." That's reason number 4,796.2 that we like this guy

@EricJh21690 3 жыл бұрын

Fuck yeah lol

@WhipsawWillys 3 жыл бұрын

A guy's gotta watch this, /right/ now

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching Dylan

@mikedowell4518 3 жыл бұрын

And I ain't kidding ya!

@anthonybull3349 3 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage your awesome keep the content coming man u helped through lockdown

@fubarfrank74 3 жыл бұрын

@@anthonybull3349 ffsst ffsstt ffsst. That'll do.

@mr_csgarage2480 3 жыл бұрын

First time I’ve ever seen someone drive with a blanket. Was definitely cold. Great video. Pull the 350 junk it and go back 400 poncho

@nunyabuziness8421 Жыл бұрын

This guys determination is admirable

@moodiblues2 Жыл бұрын

Derek, what a shame that, with some minor exceptions, American car manufacturers no longer build such beautiful cars as that Firebird.

@user-yu9xc9ow2z 4 ай бұрын

T h e bull bird

@RedDogForge 2 күн бұрын

aint that the truth.

@ericstone8812 3 жыл бұрын

The “Might Catch Fire Bird” got a nice ring to it.

@Hammerback972 3 жыл бұрын

I like it. Or "The might catch fire-mingo". 😂 🔥🚙🦩

@ericstone8812 3 жыл бұрын

@@Hammerback972 🤔 I like where this is going. If we put our minds together we’d make one whole idiot! “The Fire Eagle”? Paint an eagle with the flamingo in it’s talons?

@ronniebuchanan6575 3 жыл бұрын

Those little moments like the RICOLA commercial is icing on the cake and was just gold in my book.

@KelleyEngineering Жыл бұрын

Damn, you are a breath of fresh air. I'm glad to see someone using tribal knowledge. New Age supervisors are taught that the procedure is law. If your functional block diagrams and troubleshooting charts aren't out, you're wrong. Never deviate from them, and always stay in your lane. The best people in their fields use a healthy dose of tribal knowledge and chasing hunches. It's refreshing to see it alive and well.

@herschellmarvinbratt3428 2 жыл бұрын

Derrick, you have given new life to entertainment tv and I want to take the time to recognize you for it... I am also 79 years old and really appreciate you bringing new life to cars and especially pick ups. I currently own a 2018 Silverado High Country 6.2 Liter engine and all the goodies, waited a long time for such a great truck. I also want to recognize your wife Jennifer for the family atmosphere you bring to us oldies and your kids who are getting the kind of life that will make good citizens out of them. Really enjoy the show and the work you folks put into it. You earn every penny you get and then some!

@hawkeye_actual 3 жыл бұрын

This man is an endless well of positivity. And that is a priceless lesson on top of all the practical mechanical knowledge. Real American, right there.

@AlexLR 2 жыл бұрын

Positive and knowledgeable people exist outside the US too, just in case you didn’t know

@hawkeye_actual 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexLR I don't really understand the purpose of your comment other than trying to paint me as being short sighted and ignorant. I know people from all over the map, dude. Derrick being a real American doesn't have anything to do with anybody else, or exclusive to being a source of positivity. But the truth of the American ethos is being positive and fearless in the face of anything, and never wishing ill on your fellow man. Problem with a lot of folks is politicizing everything, and frankly you might seem like one of em'.

@jeriblaster 2 жыл бұрын

@@AlexLR BUTS HES AN AMERICAN SO IT MAKES SCENSE TO SAY REAL AMERICAN RIGHT THERE LOL

@joeygoodman1072 2 жыл бұрын

@@hawkeye_actual kjjjjjkkjj

@AlexLR 2 жыл бұрын

@@hawkeye_actual It has nothing to do with being “American” in the first place. It’s just small minded nationalist BS to ascribe positive evolutionary personality traits to a single country as if you invented them. Humans have inherited and developed these traits from our ancestors which enabled us to create civilisations across the planet.

@michaeltablet8577 3 жыл бұрын

HELP ME UNDERSTAND why I'm so addicted to this channel. I think I could watch Derek dig post holes and it would still be entertaining!

@thomaskerschner3010 3 жыл бұрын

He'd make it entertaining to see a hole dug

@1977jda19 3 жыл бұрын

I would be greatly entertained watching that!

@skibootdier9488 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe it's the frequent commercial breaks..

@alwaysopen7970 2 жыл бұрын

He does that on his other channel.

@jeantetreault132 9 ай бұрын

I am 55 years old and this car rolled out of the factory exactly the same year i was born. Just love the 1968 Pontiac Firebird. Thank! you for sharing this beautiful presentation on the KZfaq channel. Johnny, Montreal, Canada ❤️👍

@ncgangcop8936 Жыл бұрын

I’m 68 and watch these videos for a shot of nostalgia. I grew up and south Florida where these muscle cars were part of scenery. The were just hunks of non aerodynamic metal with a lot of horsepower that punched holes in the atmosphere😎 Great times and memories😌

@lindabyrley7453 3 жыл бұрын

Here I sit a 62 yr old woman and when I finally got the remote I didn't change the channel. You have a wonderful positive attitude and I love your car. Its beautiful. You now have a new fan 🌹

@Hammerback972 3 жыл бұрын

Lol Linda, I'm in the same boat. This video just popped up and played while on autoplay as I piddled in the garage. Got some laughs and watched the whole thing!

@tailsdblack463 3 жыл бұрын

@@OOOOOO12345 and one thing that keeps me coming back is the witty humor too

@lindabyrley7453 3 жыл бұрын

@@OOOOOO12345 Thank you so much

@marathoner43 3 жыл бұрын

"Remember guys, great things happen when you cut corners." Classic line.

@RadioMarkCroom 3 жыл бұрын

Yeah sage wisdom 4 sher. Why we follow the channel.

@Denver1976Man Жыл бұрын

I had a 69. Wish I would have kept that one. 400 with the The Super Turbine 300 two-speed automatic transmission. Your videos are pretty darn good as we say here in WVa.

@jpgnick Жыл бұрын

This is a gem. Brought back memories of my first 68 firebird, and no heater, my date (now bride for 44 years) at a drive-in, my best friend rescuing us after battery was dead. Thanks for letting me ride along with you.

@charlesguinn4316 6 ай бұрын

No heater..? You must mean the car... if your date had no heater, you wouldn't still be together... Lol Congrats My dad got hold of a 67 Firebird/400 and when his mechanic got it running, he stole it a cpl wks later. Dad crossed paths with the guy 2xs in town, but could not catch that Bird... Dad said that FB was hands down the fastest street car he had ever seen on the road. Lol

@allenisangsty2434 3 жыл бұрын

I believe you should do a full restore on it Derek, she deserves it.

@davidroyston6550 3 жыл бұрын

Restoration but not stock.

@wl3016 3 жыл бұрын

Agree.... custom interior and refurb the ol power maker

@oldfarmer4700 3 жыл бұрын

Yep restore. If all sheet metal is good and frame also this is a keeper. I would love to find a 69 in that shape.

@johnking9410 3 жыл бұрын

I agree, but do it the RIGHT way. Nope, definitely not.

@Brandenlytle1 3 жыл бұрын

For sure, 100% restomod it

@choppermike5162 3 жыл бұрын

Went ahead and liked it? Why? Mozzle, a guy knows it’s gonna be top shelf entertainment and it’s a Friday afternoon. By the time it airs a fellars gonna have 3 or 7 barley pops in me by then and I’d probably forget. Everyone have a safe and fantastic weekend!

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

Appreciate ya Mike

@michal3494 3 жыл бұрын

afternoon... lucky you :) it's 11pm now

@choppermike5162 3 жыл бұрын

@@michal3494 wow! Where are you located?

@shaneholt3901 3 жыл бұрын

Same, I dont need to see it first, I know for a fact I will enjoy it

@michal3494 3 жыл бұрын

@@choppermike5162 UK mate

@louannchipman1749 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love the subject material, as I still have my first car - a 1968 Pontiac Firebird - but even better is the commentary and the little nuggets of comedic gold you sprinkle throughout. I have a feeling that I could sit and talk with you for about a week straight! Thank you for the great cars and the great entertainment!

@aaroncurry279 3 жыл бұрын

You can endure all these trials without blurting a single swear word and I can just barely refrain myself when my weed trimmer won’t fire right up. That is quite refreshing to say the least. You are a man of great character.

@alwaysopen7970 2 жыл бұрын

I swear and cuss more than a Marine drill sergeant when working on things mechanical; especially lawn equipment.

@KristaMae 2 жыл бұрын

When I start on something with the expectation nothing will go right, everything seems less swear worthy. "It'll be fine".. ... "not really" 🤣🤣🤣🤩

@TypeOneg 2 жыл бұрын

I'm not sure he's even used a substitute swear! Like flap or schpit. And no inventive adjective name calling either.

@KristaMae 2 жыл бұрын

@@TypeOneg I think I heard a wordy dird once. One time. But "help me understand" is a gifted plea to the universe and vent of frustration. 🥰

@gghostrrider 2 жыл бұрын

I’m at least third generation cuss and tinker

@TokyoAzzA 3 жыл бұрын

A fella finds himself smiling in anticipation like a toddler on Christmas within 30 seconds of the intro, thanks for making these awesome videos for us Derek.

@MrRednhot 3 жыл бұрын

I Feel 1776 % Like that too, in every Video that Derek put on the Tube.

@mustangcircut Жыл бұрын

I’ve had a crappy week. Thank you for making me laugh. You are humbling and funny person. Keeping it simple. No stress!!! God Bless!!

@Windsorsillest 4 ай бұрын

Best channel I've found in a long time at first I seen the episode lengths and was like that's a bit long.... Worth every minute

@PimpedPrevia 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my god, nearly died at 18:44. Best Ricolla Tribute ever. Comptuer is full of coffee now

@edwardschmitt5710 3 жыл бұрын

That was great I was laughing so hard!

@jaymartin2531 2 жыл бұрын

You truly have a knack for staying cool, calm, and collective even blowing out a tire at night while it's snowing...This Younger generation could learn a thing or 4 from you.

@CBRHurricane6 Жыл бұрын

Ha, guilty 😂😂😂 I just sometimes lose my temper cause it seems like mine always break at the ABSOLUTE worst times. Definitely when schedules are a factor, I remember my 84 z28 blew a tire when I had to go get my son. Ofcourse I didn’t put the spare back in D’oh! 🤬🤬🤷🏽

@dustintownsend7810 Жыл бұрын

I agree I don't watch many videos on here but you get my full hour everytime keep it up

@adriantaylor6490 Жыл бұрын

This is the funniest one I've seen yet. Your sense of humor and patience is perfect for doing this kind of thing. Great job on all the videos. Take care

@frankgessner Жыл бұрын

I completely lost it when he pulled out the torch to defrost the windshield.

@phillipburnett5050 2 жыл бұрын

I am 79 years old and still love old cars like my 47 Plymouth coupe but find it much harder to get up off the floor or lean over a fender for hours. Your video's afford me to continue to live my pleasure of old cars through you. Keep up the entertainment love it.

@popupheadlights 2 жыл бұрын

@@mromatic17 I worry myself with the looming EV evolution, I hope there’s at least always a way to track your car and get gasoline or ethanol could work as well. I just always hope to be able to work on my car and enjoy it myself

@UNUSUALUSERNAME220 Жыл бұрын

@@popupheadlights You and I both know that EV's are not a solution to the problem. EV's are just a whole bunch of NEW problems! None of these people understand anything about vehicles and how they work, let alone the problems that are inherent in all vehicles. As soon as they can't get their Starbucks in the morning cause their battery didn't charge, they will change their tune.

@jerrycallo Жыл бұрын

@@UNUSUALUSERNAME220 We can always move to a communist country where we'll have a choice, wait... yeah OK, that's right.

@danishsailing4630 Жыл бұрын

I know the feeling. Im 65 and these videos bring back a lot of memories of my younger life. I worked on many chevys and Fords in my younger days. Now I live in Europe and its all Euro and Asian cars. Computerized plastic cookie cutout cars. I love all of these old American cars. I would love to have another Chevy or Ford Pickup.

@sharksrcbash Жыл бұрын

I couldn't have said that any better. I'm in the same boat.

@derekmcwhirter9336 3 жыл бұрын

You took that car cover off and a guy damn near choked on my drink, things badass

@dougj.8288 3 жыл бұрын

Trying to figure out why they wanted a vet over that?

@richardbates2367 3 жыл бұрын

@@dougj.8288 that's what I was wondering because I'm guessing although it was neat he meant the yellow 70's vette...I'd have kept the 68 pontiac firebird!!

@dougj.8288 3 жыл бұрын

Ya he drove the yellow corvette to trade and it was neat but I wouldn’t consider them worth the same money.. If it was an even trade I think Derek made out on that deal but I might be a little biased? That year Vette wasn’t my favorite but that year Pontiac I love!

@lexuses3942 3 жыл бұрын

@@dougj.8288 He definitely paid some cash too. No way in hell it was an even trade

@peterj2890 Жыл бұрын

Another fine video. Keeps me off Netflix at night. Firebird looks good and has potential to bring around. Thanks for the tips….products to buy and what to use when working on old iron.

@DogSpeak Жыл бұрын

My neighbor when I was a kid had two of these. Same year. One he gussied up like this one. It was blue but no stripes. Unfortunately he wrapped it around a tree and it caught fire. The other was that period puke green, all original mint condition old ladies car with very few miles that he got for a song. This has always been my dream car.

@clement137 3 жыл бұрын

Derreck, the Ricola thing just killed me... Cheers from France

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers

@NICK_1979 3 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage Atleast respond to the guy with a longer sentence. Is it too much to ask?

@AnDrEw122100 3 жыл бұрын

I don’t think I’ve seen a channel get so many views in such a short period of time as this channel . Everyone is just stoked to hook their peepers on a new episode .

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

I appreciate every single view too 👍

@alwayssearching1882 3 жыл бұрын

Derek rocks! I mean rolls. I mean both. Painfully numb feet.

@AnDrEw122100 3 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage and it shows in your character, wishing you big success and we appreciate you too man !

@pistolpak 3 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage I am curious. Do you read all the comments?

@alwaysopen7970 2 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage You earned 'em, buddy.

@murphy6767 Жыл бұрын

Your videos are awesome to watch. I really like the journeys of picking up cars and the trips back home. 👍🏻

@shotjukebox 2 жыл бұрын

Somehow I missed this video till now. The 67-69 Firebird has always been my dream car, and to think of just finding one is beyond a miracle for anyone. Great find my friend. I would love to imagine one day a dream like this coming true for me, but when you can't bairly afford to get by day to day its nice to just see someone else living the dream.

@ralphhoney5334 2 жыл бұрын

Almost 86 and just love this channel! Takes me back to a 1948 Morris 8, first car I ever owned. Top speed 55mph. Ha, just great work Dereck, don't stop yet for a hundred years.

@richardotero2376 Жыл бұрын

You was someones grandfather,whom i wouldve learned from. I would be just about driving learning time. About 9 or 10. About ave those days to start learning stick shift.

@richardotero2376 Жыл бұрын

Alot of people dont realise there is alot of transmissions. Push button? Is it standard trans.?or auto trans.?

@gumby0078 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 39 years old and I officially sit in front of KZfaq more than my daughter...now if a guy could only find a parked gem to tinker with.

@damonsdeliberatedetour492 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 52 my daughter complains that I watch to much KZfaq!

@mashrien 3 жыл бұрын

I'm 36, have done a lot of workin' on cars, I too wish I had some old gem to putz around with. But nah, I'm a poor disabled vet - Lucky if I have enough left after bills to buy food every month. I still patreon $1/mo to Derek though, he gives me enough entertainment that it's the least I can do. Watch too much 'Tube, like y'all, but thankfully I never made the mistake of breeding lol

@hashglass 3 жыл бұрын

49 here and you better hurry lol

@davidhamilton7628 3 жыл бұрын

@@mashrien thank you mash

@nopleaseno2515 3 жыл бұрын

@@mashrien I think you and I could hang, I have a 1968 c10 short box I’ve finished restoring. I’d have no problem running for coffee with you. Heck I’d even let you work on the truck, because, you know, their never, “finished”! Stay safe!

@michaeltimperon9532 7 ай бұрын

Been a mechanic for 50 years and can't believe how interesting this guy is to watch. Nice dry sense of humour and working on some great old US muscle cars is part of it. Also the long drives in various un-roadworthy vehicles with no guarantee of getting home as well. Obviously a lot of others feel the same.

@bryandraughn9830 Жыл бұрын

Another wonderful adventure! I gotta tell you man, what I was watching the model -a video the other day and you got to talking about your grampa and how your face was hurting from smiling so much as you drove through all of those back roads, well, I musta got something in my eye. It's better now. Your videos are probably more importanter than you know to some of us. It's kinda like having a friend. Thanks to you and your family and anyone else who's helping you do this. I genuinely appreciate every minute of it.

@NoName-et6wk 3 жыл бұрын

She's a keeper.Daily driver and weekend shows with Mrs vice grip.Seriously I hope u keep this one and make it greater.

@tidan1 3 жыл бұрын

*greater'r

@hendo337 3 жыл бұрын

It's wayyyy to nice for VGG, I think he should sort it out, flip it and use the cash to feed the onions to more channel related stuff.

@jonathanleimanzik1580 3 жыл бұрын

Ppp

@davidhempsted9081 3 жыл бұрын

I agree with No Name. She is a beauty and needs to be completed.

@tiam2747 3 жыл бұрын

U NEED TO KEEP THIS GOR U WIFE. PUT THE MOTOR OIT N IN N OU T N BOR IT 90 N GOOD CAM N.HOP IT UP. Put on the new paint ALL SHOW N NO GO.. Get the horse power up to 800.00 Give the wife a street ROD.

@robby3820 3 жыл бұрын

Was planning on only staying on the toilet for 10 minutes, ended up clicking on this and stayed for an hour, 12 minutes, and 33 seconds.

@lehmanbarfield3983 3 жыл бұрын

My legs would have gone to sleep. Could not have stood up

@fgialcgorge7392 3 жыл бұрын

Thats about the time you gotta use momentum to launch your body onto the floor and plank it til you feel your legs again.

@daveclark2507 3 жыл бұрын

Feet fall asleep?

@The_Grease_monkey_ 3 жыл бұрын

thats a help ive fallen and cant get up type of situation lol

@zackarybass5116 3 жыл бұрын

@@lehmanbarfield3983 hi

@craiggilchrist6285 11 ай бұрын

Two years ago I lost a sweet companion( boxer dog) after eight years, after losing her it had me down in the dumps pretty upset, well long story short, this was the episode I watched, for about hour my mind was at somewhat at ease..So its good to see this ol gal back up on rotation getting proper trans..

@patmuir2457 7 ай бұрын

I remember drooling over these cars on the showroom floor! In 68 I was only 17 and even when I was 18, about to graduate and get drafted, buying one was impossible for me. Insurance rates for a 19 year old male driver precluded the possibility of having one then, so I passed and eventually settled for a '72 Dodge Demon 340, 3 speed, plain jane. It was a lemon. My loss. Anyway I seem to be wanting to relive my youth in my old age LOL I truly and totally enjoyed watching this "will it run!!!!!" Made me feel young again! Thank you!!!!

@stoichiometry147 3 жыл бұрын

“These cause more fires than Ex Wives” I spit my chipotle all over the floor. 🤣🤣♥️

@davidj4662 3 жыл бұрын

Sure it wasn't the ptomaine?

@andrewdavis1347 3 жыл бұрын

I’m not looking for pity but I’m going through literally the worst time of my life trying to stay positive and your videos are really helpful I appreciate your effort on being positive thank you

@tonyriehle6657 3 жыл бұрын

Hang in there.Every worst time of my life passed,yours will too. Lean on friends, and look for someone else to help.You'll be surprised at how much helping someone else out can lift your spirits.Peace out

@geraldperry7779 3 жыл бұрын

Hey brother your alive watching good entertainment that you desire,that's a start.

@geraldperry7779 3 жыл бұрын

@@L8nitedave like the good says love thy neighbor. Except my Liberal neighbor, lol.

@jhonhall928 3 жыл бұрын

Sit above all the negative thoughts and question them and you will realize the negative thoughts aren't you and you can be free of them.

@onelowvdub 3 жыл бұрын

Sometimes we just need something to help us keep going

@hockeydad6211 Жыл бұрын

In 1988 at 20 yr i bought my dream car a 67' Firebird. Love this vid brings back some great memories.

@jacobweaver5406 6 ай бұрын

My uncle had a 67 firebird convertible when i was just a little feller and ive loved these 67s and 68s ever since

@egondro9157 Жыл бұрын

I have no idea why this got referred to me. Not much of a mechanic. Not truly interested in cars but his comedy style is utterly amazing. First five minutes I’m subscribed. Something tells me I’m going to learn a lot more about older cars.

@Pantheragem 3 жыл бұрын

This is how you make an hour go by really fast.

@small_coffeeandabowlofsuga3473 3 жыл бұрын

Ex- My divas like firebirds because of the mascot. "Their cutie booties are the final answers." I want one of those cars. Well she said some thing bout the engein. Hey have someone fix a rebar light fixture under and above that their hood?

@geodangleon 3 жыл бұрын

Amen

@peternonni8899 3 жыл бұрын

"Remember fellas, great things happen when you cut corners" needs to be the next t-shirt.

@donogden4495 3 жыл бұрын

I would buy that

@stever132 3 жыл бұрын

“Remember fellas”on the front “Great things happen when you cut corners”on the back

@peternonni8899 3 жыл бұрын

@@stever132 Now you are talking. I would buy that. Immediately. I'm think maybe in grey or a navy blue?

@txtamaman 3 жыл бұрын

I would definitely buy that...

@peternonni8899 3 жыл бұрын

Now that we are talking apparel, a fella has big squash, you know, and was in the market for a visor. Figured mozzel ask about it. Regular caps squish my brain a bit

@billisaacs702 Жыл бұрын

My first father in law was a retired MD who practiced in MI. He drove an old MG on house calls (yeah... he was 80 when I first knew him so house calls) and in the winter he would put a kerosene lantern on the floorboard on the passenger side to keep warm. Said it worked like a charm.

@danielmccause233 9 ай бұрын

Thanks for videos and the commentary Derek. Your channel is great entertainment and I DO learn some things.

@michaellehmann2803 3 жыл бұрын

Over an hour of VGG? That’s waaayy too much! Perfect!

@mattb2967 3 жыл бұрын

I love how Derrick inspired so many people to talk like he does, basically started a new language at this point

@DanStMary 3 жыл бұрын

Its just minnesotan!!!

@Leroys_Stuff 3 жыл бұрын

@@DanStMary I came to say just that

@roachlarry1488 3 жыл бұрын

I've found myself doing the hand movements and quirky sayings. Its....fine... DANGIT!!!

@thomasholdgate2959 3 жыл бұрын

Got a few looks on cold snack but it's a winner.

@davemclaughlin8646 3 жыл бұрын

No Windage(B.S.)? Is a legendary often copied distick lIcker( engine condition assessment)?

@camilleschafer5092 3 ай бұрын

I’m 52 years old and have a 84 squareboby that I’ve had for 14 years. Seems like every time I work on it, it fights me back. Then I started watching you and the way you just don’t give up. Just want to thank you so very much for your shows. Watching you gives me the determination to work on my truck and do it right. Thank you for keeping things simple and explaining the why and how things work. Hopefully I will get to meet you and shake your hand. Keep the shows coming 🤜🤛👍

@robertgoodwinr6523 2 жыл бұрын

Love your vids!! You have great patience my friend!! Thanks for the posts. Peace from Boston.

@CrimFerret 2 жыл бұрын

This one definitely seemed in better shape mechanically than a lot of them you bring home. It's certainly one of the nicer looking vehicles. Well worth fixing up I'd think.

@jamesregiste960 8 ай бұрын

So,e of us love to see a car with patina, don't knock it!😊

@kennedy796 3 жыл бұрын

Im a simple man. I see vgg uploads and my life comes to a crashing halt for an hour

@danielbenjamin777 3 жыл бұрын

I think you got my first car there I am 55 and at sixteen I built that car my first one will you sell it?

@user-ni2kl1kn2u 7 ай бұрын

Great car. My dad had a firebird always loved them. Thanks for the great show and good tricks and tips. Really like the show

@rickrickard2788 Жыл бұрын

I miss my 68 Firebird. My was pearl-white, had Truespokes & was a soft-top. Love to have that back right now.

@Roosterjello 3 жыл бұрын

My nine-year-old daughter now says “its fine” because of VGG, We love your show!

@ViceGripGarage 3 жыл бұрын

that's awesome, and thank you

@astoryofonemanslifelifesad439 3 жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage ""She's a Blue 🐦 Bird"" 🇺🇸® Love your channel bud From yonder over Springfield Massachusetts

@grantkoeller8911 3 жыл бұрын

When he took off the car cover I about had a heart attack!!That firebird is CHERRY!!!!!

@rpod1246 Жыл бұрын

You trying to get into the drivers seat from the “drinkers side” had me rolling! Love the videos bro, keep ‘‘em coming. Thanks a bunch !

@user-ff8hh4vm6i 11 ай бұрын

I felt a ton of emotion on the last episode when you showed us a peep. My late Grandfather bought one brand new! He shared so many stories about that car and was the closest thing I ever had to a father. This episode will meant a lot to me.

@bigbullfrog98 3 жыл бұрын

It deserves to have a 400 back in it!!

@goldenaxl 3 жыл бұрын

Said the same thing! Needs a Poncho in the 'power barn'!

@johnbecay6887 3 жыл бұрын

Rod Farva absolutely. Pontiac aficionados everywhere are shaking their heads in disbelief....put a Pontiac back in it.

@joshbrekke6374 3 жыл бұрын

Most definitely, actual Pontiac torque is best for a Pontiac. Let’s hope this Chevy guy figures it out. Most of them don’t!

@chrismaio9190 3 жыл бұрын

i think this is the first video where I see Derek pass cars on the highway, rather than cars passing him

@kidwave1 3 жыл бұрын

Ha, thats a good observation bro.

@giuseppipiazza6427 3 жыл бұрын

So good...I noticed he was passing all the big rigs this time as well... Watched him get passed on most of his road trips!

@MrFrank107 2 жыл бұрын

I had a 68 Camaro at 16. Brought back memories. I like how you don't stress about anything. Put an 8 track with a power booster in it.

@306Nation Жыл бұрын

Man, Derek. I am Addicted to your channel, I even got my wife watching it. Love all the funny descriptions of car parts. From your Canadian biggest fan.

@mcmillan1963 3 жыл бұрын

"Running richer than Oprah" my hat's off to you VG!

@kenanderson9331 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been waiting for this ever since you tickled the cover and exposed that unmistakable front end. Bring on the thunder!

@jamespowell6630 Жыл бұрын

Really a great looking motor. You seem happy within your self. Loved every minute of it..

@robertstewart4055 8 ай бұрын

New Subscriber! Love feeling like I am riding along with you when you do these vids. Its like when I was a kid helping-watching my dad and uncles work on their cars.

@Hammerback972 3 жыл бұрын

This popped up in my recommended, I don't generally watch automotive channels, I'm a Ford guy, don't know why KZfaq sent this my way? But. Damn glad yt did. Watched the whole damn video all the way through, I can appreciate your delivery and way of thinking. Setting in the garage in the middle of the night while the family sleeps laughing out loud ! Appreciate it.

@MaxximusRadimus 3 жыл бұрын

You're gonna end up a subscriber if you aren't already. Go watch his recent Independence series, or the ones he did on the old Buick. Derek's funny, informative, and just makes for some darn good vidya's.

@fluxthelycanroc9603 3 жыл бұрын

Ford guy gotta respect that

@BigSmileyFish 3 жыл бұрын

he's saved a handful of cool fords too!!! gotta check his content out

@Sephiroth5200 3 жыл бұрын

Welcome to the Vice Grip Garage family. 👍

@jacksmith2315 3 жыл бұрын

Im a ford guy too n never watch long yt vids but i watched this whole vid n glad did

@andrewalires-clark3988 3 жыл бұрын

I need that as a shirt "great things happen when you cut corners" freaking perfect!

@KiwiStag74 3 жыл бұрын

You got THAT one right, mate! I'd buy me one for every day of the week except when I wear my I'll Be Dipped shirt!

@MyDrstrange 3 жыл бұрын

I literally just sideswiped a telephone pole today in my first brand new truck (bought in January) because I was a complete and utter bonehead and cut the corner too much like a bonehead!!! This comment was the first thing I read when I got home and it just hits different! Lol

@stephenragsdale9274 10 ай бұрын

Man…wow, awesome find, as always, your mechanical insights and comical expressions are very much appreciated

@Kelle001 Жыл бұрын

I'm not a car buff, totally here for the slang, humor and the ingenuity, here in NZ we call that #8 wire treatment. "Bring the thunder#👍

@mr.rockatansky7075 3 жыл бұрын

You could call it Icyhot since it’s a firebird and you went through snow storms with it. And the blue/red paint job.

@fireantsarestrange 3 жыл бұрын

This deserves a complete restoration man... no if and or butt's dude. Nice find!

@MoultrieGeek 3 жыл бұрын

Yank that Chevy motor out and swap in a Pontiac 400

@robertwittjr1198 2 ай бұрын

03/30/24 revisiting some of your vids, i like to listen to you sometimes while tinkering with my watches. 4.8 million views on this after 2 years, i think that says it all. you have a great channel, glad to see your subscriber total is reflecting your quality at last.

@brucewyatt3251 5 ай бұрын

I haven't been watching very long but you and your adventures take me back when me and my buddies would jump into my 66 chevy impala ss and take off for the weekend to just anywhere love vice grip garage

@Tywild327 3 жыл бұрын

the only youtube video i can sit through for an hour

@jamiejenkins5643 2 жыл бұрын

Same here!!!!

@y2j1490yahoo 2 жыл бұрын

Doubtful there are millions of videos

@mrlarrybobjr 2 жыл бұрын

Agree I just told my brother I’m at the end of a video that is an hour and twelve minutes long… he is great entertainment.

@randydube1423 3 жыл бұрын

A great wise man once said:" Great things happen when you cut corners". That man was Derek Bieri.

@martinmartinson90 3 жыл бұрын

Should nickname it Poncho. (Poncho&Lefty)!!!!

@davebutler2776 3 жыл бұрын

Should be on a shirt who's in

@randydube1423 3 жыл бұрын

@@martinmartinson90 That's a good one especially since I am a lefty hehehe.

@baseballtheprogressionrepo4469 3 ай бұрын

Watching for the 1st time today. Enjoy all the videos. Learning quite a bit

@dg4290 Жыл бұрын

Keep ‘em comin brother. I don’t have the know how or means to do what your doin. So fun to watch, thanks.

@navvet4518 2 жыл бұрын

“Let’s see him many neutrals we have.” The one liners have me laughing. I like this channel sir. Thanks.

@generfeld 2 жыл бұрын

hahaha, love it

@knifecollector54 3 жыл бұрын

Really makes a guy’s day better when you open up the inter webs and see a new VGG video

@josephpistachio5675 4 ай бұрын

I just want to say that since I've been watching your shows on Roadworthy Rescue on Motortrend channel. It sparked a new interest in me to watch your KZfaq Vice Grip Garage Clips again.

@CBRHurricane6 Жыл бұрын

I’m gonna go with the bandwagon, definitely the only channels I’ll stick with for an hour! I love the part “nicknames” and those random what some country singer is doing, I heard a Spotify ad, Tanya tucker is still playing shows as far as I know

@sudd2685 3 жыл бұрын

I thought I would die laughing when Derek crawled in from passenger side, “help me”

@leepederson5254 3 жыл бұрын

Had to show the wife lol

@maverick5006 3 жыл бұрын

How about "Phoenix" She might have come from Arizona, she's a bird, and she rose again from the ashes.

@andraslibal 3 жыл бұрын

Put some red white and blue flames on it and call it the American Phoenix :)))

@jeffallen5387 3 жыл бұрын

Can’t call it that. DIY gang built a burnt Hellcat and called it Phoenix. I mean it ain’t trademarked but kinda taken. Do like the idea though.

@maverick5006 3 жыл бұрын

@@andraslibal There ya go brother. A flaming eagle with red, white, & blue flames. Lordy, I can see it now!!! Just raised the hair on my arms! We are all going to have to rise up if we're going to stop the crap going on in the U.S.A.

@1eyedea Жыл бұрын

I envy this man's disposition... A very calm and collected man, being a New Yorker... That's very foreign to me

@stevefodor4269 2 жыл бұрын

This guy just bleeds red white and blue. HOW AWESOME IS THAT?!!!

@StreetLethalRacing 3 жыл бұрын

Normally I don’t sit through this many commercials in a video, but for Vice Grip Garage.... I DO! 💪

@Drpepper7916 3 жыл бұрын

Get yourself some "Adblock" . . . it saves on your misery

@billyhill2488 3 жыл бұрын

My heart sank when I saw the orange can of death that was originally in there. Wix to the rescue!

@joebrown1382 7 ай бұрын

78 year old muscle car guy I guess that's why I love this channel plus the humor from Derek. Few hours of work with wiring, wipers & heat & this will be a nice muscle car. Nothing seems to bother this guy unless we just don't see it. He just tackles the next problem & moves on.