I like how they wrote "damaged" on the door. Just in case someone might think it came that way from the factory.

You guys aren’t afraid to take on anything!! Love it!

I love that it says damaged on the door 🤣

That old Comet runs awesome considering the car was a total loss. I bet that was a sharp car prior to the fire. It's just amazing to me to see the tight bond you and your dad have. God Bless You Both and continued success with your channel

A full restoration of this car would be insane

Looking forward to the wash, wax, and buff 😉

For something that's been burnt to a crisp, it sure has a strong will to live, and that exhaust note is music to the ears.

Nice to see an old Comet running and sounding so good love to see it put back together again 👍

Great job getting Christines little brother running! Can't wait to see the next episode!

There's something about a burnt out car thats runs like this satisfying 🤩 greets from belgium !

That was truly amazing seeing the burnt corpse of a Comet come back to life. I’m hoping to one day return life to either a 1970 or 1971 Maverick. Love those cars. Keep up the awesome work gentlemen.

I'd love to see a full restoration!!

i just love how you and your dad work together, I work on cars and other stuff with my son and its the best thing ever!!

22:10 and even blowing smoke-rings 🤣! Great job, thanks for sharing 👍

It's a miracle you got that engine to run. You guys can do anything!

Very cool! I reckon the previous owner would be stoked to see (and hear) this beast come back to life!

Glad to see you smiling through the whole video, your optimism is great.

That car needs to become a 24 hours of Lemons star! An actual SBF powered car that is worth $500! Already gutted for a cage too!

Now that's what I call some extreme patina, and the rest I think will buff right out. Way to go guys!

Glad to see you and your dad getting that Maverick running. Motor sounds pretty healthy. She wants to go! Nice content

I started smelling burnt car while watching this video.

The best thing about an old car over newer ones is . All you need is spark ,fuel, and air, and it will run .

Michael, your optimism and your attitude is outstanding. Best team together with your Dad. Great video and looking forward to get you driving this car for a few yards soon. Cheers Ulf

you gotta save this old girl please?!!! she starts after all she's been through she deserves to be brought back all the way.

Two of my first three cars were 1971 Mercury Comets. A sedan with the 302 V8, then a coupe with the 250 straight six cylinder. Fun cars. Underrated!

Send it to the sandblaster, epoxy prime it, then look for a donor car for interior and glass

I'm just dumbfounded! I have no words! You took a totally burned up Mercury Comet and got the engine to start!!! I saw it, watched you and your Dad do it, and I still cannot believe it!!! You and your Dad are a helluva set of mechanics!!!!

Hahaha, that distributer and wires looks like it came out of a happy meal!!!!!

That looks like something Pole Barn Garage would fix up

Man this is such a great channel better than most stuff on TV.

It’s amazing to see the Comet phoenix, rising from the fire !! Imagine standing on the other side of a fence hearing that sound, cam and everything then walk around and be shocked and in disbelief!!! Great content soooo enjoy the Channel.

Awesome work getting it running, never thought it would…

When I first saw your crispy (literally) Comet, I thought, "No way." But once again you surprised us! Well done! Love the "get 'er done" attitude with you and your dad. Looking forward to the next one!

Put a new set of windows, new lights, necessary wiring, some interior work in it and clear coat the body to preserve the patina. This thing tells a story, a story of a warrior👍🏻🤘🏻

Love the bluing on the front bumper from heat! That's what you call a real beater. Well Done!!!

Burnt is an understatement. Even the tires melted off of it. I would like to know the back story on that.

I hope this goes viral so we can find the owner

Wow she is a testament to a car that still wants to live bless her 🙏

Ive been looking for a comet for years now. Good to see they are still out there.

This is cool, Im alike a teen watching popular mechanics n tv again with my dad back in the dad (rip)

Another great video. Can't wait to see you buffing and polishing it lol. It shows how resilient motors can be. Thanks for taking a chance on this one, if you hadn't it would have been lost ever. Good to you and dad working together. Wishing you both much success. God bless you and your family.

Almost 200K subscribers, way to go.

I knew it would run, you guys are the car whisperers

I want to congrat you and your father. For finding everywhere a gem into a rock. Like this engine. Please accept my respect for that.

You guy's are crazy but I love crazy. Thanks for sharing this awesome video. Can't esoteric for the next episode

That was somebody pride and joy, but like you stated that we hope the people were okay. The little car does no want to go quietly into the night, at least it's at a place that likes turning wrenches

How he says in the beginning An smoking deal 😂😂😂 no shit nice to see you brought your kid along on this adventure

she wanted to live!! shes a survivor alright.

Great job guys! To see this car actually running again and sounding really good. Keep up the great work. Thank you for sharing! Love the firebird too!

Im only 2 minutes in to the video and just have to say i can tell you are a great parent because he asked before he did anything but still had fun while doing it And heard everything you said with no distractions

I'd call that a win. That car would make a good donor car to fix a rusted out one. 👍

You managed to get the VW Golf that was crushed by a tree and sitting in the woods for a long time running, so I don't think that you will have a problem here. Just a little bit of paint and it will be like brand new. 😁😁

Dude! I’m freaking impressed! I never thought that thing would come alive! You guy’s as always impressed me with your knowledge and skills! I’m so looking forward to see what you guy’s have planned for that beauty! It sure deserves to be restored!👌😎👍

I didn't have any doubts of the engine being salvageable, it was just a question of how long it sat with moisture inside. Looks like you got to this one in the nick of time! Obviously, the smart thing to do would be to just yank the drivetrain and any other salvageable components, then scrap the burned hulk that was the body. Perhaps if you were ambitious, you could find another Comet with rusted out floors and use this car for donor metal. Yet I'll admit, it'll be really cool to see this car drive under its own power one last time. Looking forward to that video.

Budget Builds - the automotive Necromancer, bringing the dead back to life. This thing is like Christine's lil' sister, lol. Or (to continue the movie references), something from Mad Max. She'd turn some heads at the Wasteland Weekend car show, that's for certain. You'd never, ever be allowed to return something like this to the road here in the UK, but if there's any possibility of getting this crispy Comet legal without spending a fortune, it would be fun to do. Imagine, driving along and suddenly seeing it looming in your rear-view!

Great video. I'm glad you posted. Keep them coming, thanks

To be continued....OH YEAH!! Keep it up Mike!

I just gave you guys a standing ovation all the way here from Wales. What a video! 🙌👏👏

Thank you for sharing and your APPRECIATION to your subscribers

Teck tip, Aussie farm trick. Get an old pair of stockings and twist them and use as a fan belt.

That alternator looks like its a go'er also.

Thats why we love old fords! They just run forever!

Just amazing! Congrats for the video and sharing this journey with us :D

Dude, even I was impressed with this one, your optimism is awesome!

You guys are truly amazing!

sounds and looks like "christine" when she limped back to the garage!damn,that's unbelievable guys,great stuff!

Just come across you guys. Awesome, awesome, awesome dudes - love it when all the odds are stacked against it and guys like you prove it wrong! Crazy but so inspiring. What a beautiful car! Got to be a resto now! Keep up the great work!👍😎

Incredible job! I never thought it would run! Well done

Great Video and SCORE on the top loader. My Mom and Dad bought a Brand New Bright Red Comet GT 3 Speed on the floor In 1971 when I was 6 years old. I went with them to the Lincoln Mercury Dealer when they drove it home. I Loved that Comet and they gave it to me when I was 18! I Ran the Hell out of it for 10 years but like an idiot I let it get away. I am looking for another one or a good roller (maybe not quite as rough as yours!!) I have a 71 Mustang 302 4 Barrell engine and a 65 Mustang Top loader 4 speed with a Mr Gasket Verti-Gate shifter!! If You see one in better shape Let me know! Have a Great Day😊

That is quite a challenging project you got there! Glad to see it running!

You know wat this build remind me of? *diy gang* 's burned Hekcat & also *pole barn garage* Holy goat build

Awesome video guys! Really cool info about the water in the engine - from a boat mechanic 👏👏

Excellent video Budget Buildz :) yes surprises me how that Comet car come back life after fire 🔥 damage to and looking forward more videos too soon watch on this project to!

Get a couple of sponsors, and resto-mod her with all new electronics. Digital dash, navigation, the works.

Firing that thing up was super impressive 👌

Hard to believe it Started!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Amazing after burning it's start and sounds very healthy all best guys 👍🇲🇰

Sweet can't believe that it started with very little work awesome

Outstanding Michael! Can't wait to see the next Phase of this fine Ford Product. I had 2 1970 Mavricks, loved them both!

That is a testament to the boss 302

I just recently subscribed to your channel and I must say I am hooked! Watched both videos of the Firebird you got running. Watched a few others as well. It's so great seeing you and your dad working on these vehicles. Keep up the amazing job you guys!

this would make a perfect car for a mad max style build since the body is completely beat already! great job getting it running, I am shocked a car burnt that badly still runs that well.

You guys are such fun, this was next level !! KUDOS !!

Good to see you guys were able to save it good job

I'm usually not a fan of leaving cars unpainted, but this car in my opinion would look so amazing with just a couple coats of clear on it!

This could be your biggest and best revival yet! Exciting!

Love it! Amazing the durability of those things!

This is going to be a fun project!

I worked at Hertz rent a car in the 70's. The 70 and 71 Maverick and Comets with 302s were fun cars. (I go there after the Shelby days) Super light weight. Also, the Fairmonts with 302s were peppy. Much lower HP than the early 70s but light cars. That made them fun to drive. Love the videos, Keep them coming!

What a shame it was burnt seems to have been a nice car, also hopefully who ever was in the fire was not hurt..😢

Man, I sure hope the people who owned that car see this. Pretty cool!

I think I had just as much fun watching as these two guys had doing it Pretty slick 🏁

Dude, this would make a great rat rod. Leave all the rust and just fix the motor and safety stuff. Badass!

That was efing awesome!! I had the giggles☺️ like u did watching this episode. Can't wait for pt2

It would be amazing to see if you guys restored this car to it’s former glory! This one is from a time the U.S.A. were still be able to build real cars😬👍

I would have never guessed that car would run. Thought for sure this one would be a fail. Nope! Awesome job guys!

Great job! wow it ran! Don't paint it leave it as the "Crispy Comet"

My lord what a great effort guys loved this!

I can't believe you got that started! I've got to admit that my cheeks ache from smiling so much!!

Great job it's cool that you can get it running!