"Smells like the clothes section of the thrift-store" and I instantly knew the smell..........

That's a beautiful old Dodge and amazingly complete and functional! As complete and clean as the trim appears to be, she's a keeper from my perspective. I'm never a fan of "patina" as many are so I'd definitely prep and paint her stock original color, repair the brakes and find someone to refurb the beautiful old steering wheel. Repair and neutralize the floor pan rust and trunk rust. Carpet and upholstery refurb as needed. She's a "time warp" to a different era of our history. Lovin' it! Well done!

My folks gave us one of these about 1959/60 to run around on the farm. Exactly like this one, fluid drive and all with the little hemi.The frame had rusted in two between the doors on drivers side, and couldn’t open the doors. being my creative 14 yr old self, I put in our shop, and finding “good steel” on either side of the rust, I torched holes on either side. Then took a piece of heavy oak, jacked up on either side of the break and bolted it together. Our first off road vehicle. Lots of fun for four brothers! Later on, after I was in the army, that little hemi powered my brothers race car. They did really well with it at our local dirt track. Good memories!

My girlfriend and I sit and watch all of these. I've already shared your channel with 5 friends this month after I saw the first video pop up in my feed. Your commitment to keeping these cars out of the scrap yard and in the hands of people who love them is amazing. Keep it up! You're extremely entertaining and I really enjoy it!

"I must be getting tired, because I'm starting to think about safety." 😆

I quit watching roadkill to watch this

She's a keeper. Give it to a nephew for hs grad. Best gift ever.

The old Dodge reminds me of a neighbor I had in Pompton Lakes, NJ. He had the semi hemi engine and I took it out a few times to drieve him around as he wanted to see how it was on a little trip. He was 95 at that time and still drove to the bakery in town with his 73 year old daughter to get some goodies leaving his wife of 93 at the house!!! We filled it up with fresh gas as he only got gas 1 rime a year. I cleaned it out for him after 15 munites when it was well warmed up and it was amazing how it ran with good torque. I can not remember the engine sie as I think there were 2 and this was a 55 Chrysler I believe, not sure, maybe 56 but it was a garage kept really nice car. He sold it to his son and I never knew for peanuts. Derek, I live in Florida now and think you should sell it TO ME as I love this old thing. I have a neat little Ford t-bucket I paid a lot for but have to finish wiring it, signals, headights and out doors in each side. It was built in Texas and an od friend bought it and hurt his back too bad to keeo it and finish it. I sent him 7500 bucks IMMEDIATELY and left with my Jeep for Texas. It was a chevy 72 Camaro engine fresh build, 3 speed tranny, and a Jeep Cherokee 12 bolt rear. All chrome engine, hi rise Edelbrock manifold, same with a 650 CFM street rcing 4BBL, manual linkage, giving 320 horse, electric fan, rack & pinion steering, and American Racing wheels 12 inchers roadies on rear, 8 inch on front and goes way too fast for this boy! The guy did the windshield right and milded it right into the curve on front which most do not. But I love that old hemi engine in that dodge you have. If you want to sell that dodge let me know as I would love to use that for going to my work shop as I make languafes for anyone from the State Department to every corner of the earth.. I want to finish my street rod but the doors are the hard part. I actually got hinges from a man in Iowa and they are from a 1923 Ford! It also has the last serial # Ford ever issued on the frame so it was titled as a 23 but the serial # is 1924. I love that thing too but can not drive it except locally in my community just to keep it from sitting in my garage all the time. I am FASCINATED by your videos as my first work after the USAF was a gas station and we really did repairs on anything, then I bought the local parts store, then a computer and software store. I left and moved to west Florida near the Gulf of Mexico in the middle and have a nice home in a UNCOLD place. I love how you think, understand your phrases and also for a short time between businesses worked at a car dealer selling AMC autos until they decided to burn it losing cash too much. I was a parts manager. I have one phrase for you on the ignition I remember from a mechanic from where you live that worked in AMC with me. He would come to my office and ask for a Distribution Cap, and a rotisory for a car he was working on and was so funny as you with names of parts and never forget him. I watch every video but this old hemi didge was dear to my heart on this one. BIG HIFIVER Handle Waiver on this one. Handle is the thing mom grabbed when we crossed the street when little. God Bless you Derek and stay off that motor as I do it too, HAHAHA Ray C. Spring Hill, FL

That car is a true survivor and was waiting for you to rescue it - it didn't let you down either! It deserves 'Royale' treatment. Great video as always!

Looks like that one actually wants to live. I'd say keep it.

Greatest damn car channel on the internet. Im a graveyard shift guy. On my days off i pull out the big lights, open my garage and toil all night on my 1951 plymouth cambridge and my 93 kawasaki bobber motorcycle and listen to this show in the backround. Its pure bliss😊

Had to revisit this one. WOW! What a gem. Built to last. Quite impressive.

This man is the freaking Bob Ross of junkyard mashchanics. Instant sub.

You don't just watch a VGG video. You experience it. You order a pizza, you get a sixer, and live for it.

Those massive bench seats.... best thing ever for dates.

It was a big improvement when they moved the brake master cylinder to the firewall. When it was under the floor boards, it was a pain and a lot of people neglected to check the fluid level because of the inconvenience.

Rebuild the motor!! I'd love to see that.

There needs to be a Vice Grip Garage channel. Just Derek and cars. I'd watch that all day.

When he opened that front door, my memory smells kicked in. My grandfather has a 54 on his farm in Iowa in the 70's. As a kid i would ride with him thru his acres. When it was parked i would just sit in it. Enjoying the beauty of these old cars, and it was old then to me. Only 20 years or so. Same color. I just found this site 3 days ago, and i make it mandatory to watch at least 3 a day. Im not really a mechanic, but i get a kick out of these.

Just started watching your videos last week. Very entertaining. My wife and I are both 70 years young and are old hot Roders from way back. Keep on keepin on Derik. Love your shows.

I finally lost it and had to pause to laugh when you said “dodge takes a special oil wrench, it looks like one of these” and held up the damn vise grips 😂😂😂

“Oh looks like she’s not ready for mosquito mode yet”.

These old cars and the drive down the highway with the music just makes me feel good. Don't know what it is, but my brain is smiling inside and all is good with the world. Thank you Derek.

As a Retired Chrysler Mechanic. I really enjoyed this video...

Big steering wheel, bench seats, wing windows, lots of room. Bring back good memories. Love it.

Tech tip: put your Lucas in the oil container, then cut off the top of the lucas bottle to use as a funnel

What a beautiful car. I love how good it looks. What an awesome dash and those gages at night were so nice. We need cars like this again.

Love these big ol girls! Big windows, no obstructions, makes reversin so much easier. Manual window winders love em,along with those quarter windows, the best directional air conditioning.

Absolutely love you!!!! Best part of our day is when my son and myself are fiddling around In The garage with your videos blaring on the big screen. Thank you from the bottom of my heart, you’ve helped me find a way to connect with my baby boy !!!

this channel is more addictive than crack.

One of my favorite lines..."WAY too much...That's perfect! "

Can a guy just say, thank you so much. From all of us car and truck lovers. You are a breath of fresh air, with the odd magic tree, preferably cherry. Mike. UK PS, the merch arrived safely thanks.

Cars from that era seem like works of art compared to today’s.

Yesssss! A guy has been waiting forever..

Mechanic all my life Last 17 years for Ford dealerships. Now you are driving back in my day. But to be in the condition she is someone has took fair care of her. When you pulled in garage all the light working properly. I would get it on a better fluid delivery or org. Love the way you talk my language. You remind me of the (RED GREEN) SHOW. He talk the very same way and same amount of duck tape

I like the "What could possibly go wrong" confidence of this well versed, plaid shirted mechanic?

I love it! This was the car my dad got when I was 6 years old - a 4-door Dodge Royal V8. Ours was red and cream. We were all mightily impressed by its power compared to our '51 Dodge. It's amazing to see one in such excellent original condition. Definitely a great candidate for restoration.

Those dashes of that era were gorgeous at night.

The man REALLY has GUTS. Incentive. Thanks

Oh yeah, I remember these types of cars. Huge trunks, we used to sneak people into the drive-in theaters back in high school, what a blast. Just mention Gin, and suddenly you just won the popularity contest, no problem.

“Angle for optimum chillage” 😂😂😂

I think it's a keeper. Fix up her body to it's former glory Already looks in top condition for it's age.

My first car was a 55 dodge Royal that was my dad's car. As I recall the brake master was on the firewall. The shifter was on the dash instead of the column but still no park. Later years had push buttons, with a lever for park. Wish I had it now.

That sound of the door closing❤️. So satisfying!!!

Awww man! A guy gets A fresh vidjeeeo on Thanksgiving! Extra thankful...

You gotta love the fuel hose with "Not For Fuel" printed on

A Baby Hemi! Red Ram! 1954 Dodge Royal! Dodge had the Pace Car at Indy in 1954. Beautiful Car A Convertible too. 241 Baby Hemi Offenhauser intake and a Four Barrel to boot! Watch the 54 Race. It showed the Royal Pace Car. Very cool Year. Shawn.

i only started watching vice grip after connecting it to your TV show. Amazing stuff. The thing that astounded me most about the Dodge was the headliner. Of course I bet if you thumped it, it would turn to a cloud of dust.

The radio may work if you let the tubes warm up :)

"Quiet down and listen a little bit, turn your TV up" Lol, I love this guy!

So cool, when I was a kid my dad had a 53 New Yorker with the 331 hemi. Seeing that piece of history drive down the road brought back a lot of childhood memories.

The under floor master cylinder is different but I kinda like it. You can bleed the brakes by yourself and if you think about it the location right next to the pedal makes sense.

I swear I could make a whole clothing line off of what this man says. so much better than roadkill.

Loved, loved, loved this episode. This is why I subscribe to this channel.

Fantastic work on this almost 70 year old car. It looks incredible. What a great looking motor.

Owned a lot of Mopars in the 70s slant 6s and 318s. Wish I still had em!

I LOVE WHEN YOU FIX ONE AND DRIVE IT HOME , I ENJOYED VERY MUCH

Times are hard but there is still laughter in the world! Thank you so much for your great humor and adding fun to so many people's lives!

I'm really digging the common sense and tight budget approach to having fun with these cars.....keep up the good work.

I’m in love with this car, this will go on my bucket list to own. Love your videos! 😁

Oh man that Mini Hemi sounded amazing Red Ram !!!!!!! I would LOVE LOVE LOVE to see you rebuild this beautiful machine. Seriously brother if you can swing it a rebuild on this wonderful piece of history would be incredible.

" I think I'm getting pretty tired, cause I'm starting to think about safety.." hahahahah it was so funnyy

Another I can't believe he can pull a stunt like this off with out getting stuck someplace with a broken tierod radiator hose failure. Derick just has the gift.

Change all the fluids &tires. Add battery water, top cylinder lube/clean w/ATF. Add ATF 2the engine oil during idle b4 changing. Ck brakes& bearings.

Wow, I love how those dash light look... pretty cool old stuff!

You're either the craziest or luckiest summbitch I've ever seen. Driving that car so many miles after it sat for so long. Loved watching, you have a new fan my friend.

That old girl is solid. That chrome is amazing. Fix the rust and get it running right and it's a keeper

Belt cracked means keep her above 4000 rpms at all times. I lost it. Had tears rolling!!!

Restore that beauty and bring her back to her former glory she once had

Use a jack stand brother. I say that with love and from experience, (BAD experience) that still causes me pain 40 years later. That car is Awesome!!

I’ve been addicted these videos for the last couple weeks now. It’s crazy to see the features on these old cars being recycled as new and innovative on new vehicles in 2023. Appreciate your dedication to The Craft Derek! There will never be stylish and over the top vehicles like this ever again

You gotta keep this car, it’s a beauty

I'm absolutely in love with that car holy moly

I'm old enough to remember when one of my friend's parents bought one of these new, and we all went to his house to look under the hood. My dad was an auto body and paint shop owner/operator, and picked up a brand new '54 Ford with the first overhead valve 272 V8, he picked up for the totaled insurance cost, which wasn't much. A little body and paint and it was just like new.

I really enjoy the faith demonstration with the road trip in the US. Whatever happens, it’s content. Thanks for the entertainment!

“Dodge take a special wrench for the oil pan (pick up vice grips) looks like one of these” 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

Clearly someone cared for this car, it's in great shape and could really shine, love the powder blue and it took you home without issue, that's a win in my book

Please keep this gentle girl, if i would walk your shoes, I would just repair whats needed and keep her as she is. Just because she runs so quiet, but with 170 horses she should be able to roar a little bit and go to to 100 mph. But only very rarely. Btw your stories are addictive and so beautiful and inspiring. Thank you for what you are doing.

When I sas he jacked the car and did not put any support to protect him of a sudden drop, he lost my confidence. Thanks for the video.

real lucky to find one with nice glass and chrome very expensive to restore or replace thumbs-up

DEREK, you’re doing a great and loyal (yes) job rescuing these lovely cars ! You’re a new American Champion. 🇺🇸

Derek, you really should use jackstands when you go out underneath that car especially as big as it is but I totally understand. Great stuff again love watching your show.

Would you believe a feller has 1.5 million subs now!! This was my intro to VGG, what a ride!

".....wipers, horn...probably gonna have to drive this to work tomorrow" LOL

first time i have ever seen you gently set down a air filter, are you ok?!

25:10 I’ll be Dipped, the Top Just Spun Off by Hand After Breaking Torque with a Pair or Vice Grips , Unreal !!!

Giant sharpie is your friend: all those antifreeze jugs get a big W for water or M for mixed. Alternately, spray paint some caps so you've got color codes. This one gives a nice set of options for orange, green, concentrate, mixed, used, and used oil. Pretty much all the colors you can easily tell apart.

I went over my 56 plymouth in oregon, tuned up a couple things and drover her over 8 hours home to california. car had been sitting for over 12 years, with some new tires, battery, and love made it all the way back

The way you talk reminds me of the Red Green show from Canada. Love it keep bringing them home . Your living the dream life .

Dude your seriously helping this old miner that’s disabled n well frankly! Sad n threw the rods out my lower end! Literally! I broke my ass n a couple discs… but dude! You are seriously a blessing! I e commented before! I well… must get my fury to Tennessee so I can Cruz with my lil daughter! N make new friends in a unknown land…

Looking in that power barn is just a beautiful thing.. Made me feel like my first flip through a dirty magazine... Ole southern region started tingling a good bit.. A lot is what I'm trying to say.. So much room yo work on everything. Which is really all a guy needs. It's honestly sad that the price of selling the cars alone just wasn't enough car manufacturer.. They had to go and make near impossible for the average Joe to work on his own car

Older vehicles were ment to run forever, as long as theres people like you with the knowledge. I love watching you make these these beauties run again.

A family friend used to buy cars at the auction in Memphis. He'd do basic service and then drive the car to my hometown. His wife followed behind with tools. Sometimes emergency roadside repairs were required to get home. The cars were fixed up at his shop and sold. This was 15 years before KZfaq. Derek reminds me of my old friend. He serviced our cars for over 25 years.

37:04 absolutely GLORIOUS.

Well in the 1960’s we built one of those ‘Red Rams’ with a Chet Herbert roller cam (out of a racing boat) and a home made tunnel ram intake. Never quite made it to the drag strip, but did blast it around the street some.

Honestly i think you should keep this one she's a classic

Vise Grip was the perfect tool for removing the master cylinder cover! This car's a keeper. Don't shine on it, just fix on the brakes some...

Well done - thoroughly enjoyed this video! Love all your old vehicles! Maybe some day you'll give an update on the older models! Thank you for the entertainment!

wow. i was born in 1953. what a gem these old cars are.

Dude you should really use axel stands. Jacks do collapse, my partners gandad had a jack give way on him and he lost his life... be safe buddy I want to continue watching you videos ✌