Oddly Satisfying 1977 Toyota Celica TA22 Rescue

Oddly Satisfying 1977 Toyota Celica TA22 Rescue | RESTORED

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8 ай бұрын

On this episode of Restored, we rescue a 1977 Toyota Celica TA22 in hopes to seeing it on the road again. Rather than bringing you a video packed with music and dialogue, we give you an oddly satisfying experience of what it takes to bring this thing back to life. Showing you the step-by-step process, we've included all the natural sounds and cut out all the extra hype and fluff to give you a everyday mechanic's point of view. So set back and enjoy this relaxing video as we show you what it takes to get this 1977 Toyota Celica back on the road again with absolutely no talking - just working!
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@Aseyeseenit 8 ай бұрын

If your sister is doing the filming she told the story extremely well. Kept viewers engaged . Composition well executed . Mad props .

@gispel7058 8 ай бұрын

Yes she has a green thumb for filming. Great instincts , shot angles , I assume editing as well . A pleasure to watch and an ASMR is no doubt not easy.

@stevejette2329 8 ай бұрын

Ase - So often YT people know their subject but not videography. Lighting, sound, camera, script ... but these folks got it.

@craigs7069 7 ай бұрын

I love that girl 😁

@ZenonRychter 5 ай бұрын

@@gispel7058o

@ZenonRychter 5 ай бұрын

Zdolna i z dobrą inspiracją 🥳🫶💚

@YiannisPagonis 2 ай бұрын

Obviously these 2 guys must be father and son working harmoniously and calmly with each other without exchanging a single word

@nunyabuziness8421 Ай бұрын

They communicate telepathically😂

@YiannisPagonis Ай бұрын

@@nunyabuziness8421 Angels and higher entities communicate telepathically with each other and with us and we hear them not with our ears but within our minds.

@Bronson1886 7 ай бұрын

Those Toyota,s are the most reliable cars ever I never had a major problem when I owned my Toyota,s

@user-om7el1dh3q 4 ай бұрын

So glad to see a Toyota revival on here. Tough, durable, and dependable engines. Didn’t even smoke. Great job.

@paulschedler 8 ай бұрын

I worked at a Toyota Dealership when this '77 was built. I've had MOSTLY Toyotas the biggest part of my life, and my old 2001 Toyota is way too good to get rid of!!

@bobpalmer555 8 ай бұрын

I've worked in television for 35 years and you guys have really mastered the skill of telling a story without words. Well done! Keep them coming. Great camera work by Christian too.

@gispel7058 8 ай бұрын

Yes. If you will notice each edit clip is from 3 to 8 seconds long. It's brilliant in that it moves along at an enjoyable pace.!

@Priyantha-wo6lu 7 ай бұрын

@@gispel7058❤p,

@neilwillis5 5 ай бұрын

😊 😊

@simeonchecomendez9260 5 ай бұрын

Me gustaría un carro de eso y restaurarlo

@JozeatTxb 5 ай бұрын

Even greater aprreciation for taking the initiative to restore that great little car (@03:37 even original hub caps!)). How many people have simply passed or would still pass by it if this had not been done? Maximum respect!

@jennynaidoo9919 7 ай бұрын

Love to see this car fully restored Toyota never disappoints.

@Jellico1701 3 ай бұрын

The best part about videos like these is that they dont just go ahead and replace everything, they focus on keeping the original parts and that's amazing to me.

@martinharris5017 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love these 70s era Celicas; they look like mini muscle cars and clearly influenced by the Mustang and Camaro lines with the famous "Coke Bottle" beltline profile. Back in the day it was common to see these with slotted mag wheels, pedestal spoilers and "Starsky and Hutch" side stripes!

@kevincosta9228 8 ай бұрын

In high school and college, I had three of them, a '72, a '74 and a '78. I thrashed on those poor things mercilessly and they never broke. They were fun to drive, quiet and smooth at any speed. Great little cars. And yes, the first two had slotted mags LOL

@Jackman-pz5bh 8 ай бұрын

I've owned one celica ta22 ,very nice engine,enkei 13 sport rims at fully body modified and asessories, but i sold it to someone who are really wanted it and take good care of it, i missed her dearly.

@ronalddaub9740 8 ай бұрын

My panhard rear axle linkage saved me once iny St

@ronalddaub9740 8 ай бұрын

I still own a Hilux with a 2.0

@matthewlangowski6398 8 ай бұрын

I bought a 77' Celica GT Fastback in 95' when I got home from the Army for 200$! Ran like a champ ...only thing I did was flush the coolant and new thermostat. How I lost it? That's another story. I loved it right up to the point where you ruined it with those fender flares! Com'n man!😊

@GeTakeo 7 ай бұрын

Didnt know i needed silent restoration videos in my life until now. Love them, hope to see more.❤

@matt82654 8 ай бұрын

It's Sunday night, I'm a pastor and it has been a hard day. The burden is heavy until I watched this video. So peaceful and well done! I just finished my first restoration on an '81 CJ5 which was simple but took me 3 years. No one can realize the power of peace that comes with something like this video. Well done, and thank you!!

@paulschedler 8 ай бұрын

Just watching how things came together on this old 1977 Celica reminds me of how CARE FREE driving one is, how dependable!! Fixing it up made you guys look like the Greatest Mechanics in Northeast Texas!! oops, you already ARE! I wouldn't know what to do if I didn't see you guys on your show(s). I do see the Lord's light in you, and the blessings I've seen you receive bless us too!

@kman-mi7su 8 ай бұрын

Amazing! That old girl was parked for 30 years and she fired up like she had just woke up from a week-long nap. I love that you guys gave her a few extra upgrades, she is a car with a lot of potential and deserves that. I sure if and when you put it up for sale, it'll go quick.

@robertquiles8436 8 ай бұрын

She needs a brand new paint job black Al call her Cely she’s a beauty

@TheAtstube 7 ай бұрын

That must be a Toyota for you. Gotta find an old FJ next.

@renecater9174 6 ай бұрын

I'm very happy to See the restoration of the Old Toyota Celeca way back 1977.I was Amazed because it is still working Very well, Since it was Stuck in the Junk yard for than 40 yrs. Still running in Best Condition it means you are The Best mechanic ever.... Thanks Everyone....

@h-j.k.8971 5 ай бұрын

Brings back memories, I worked at Toyota back in the day when you could buy these new. A revolutionary car, five speed trans, bolted front fenders, lightweight and fast.

@AlexBass. 8 ай бұрын

That car is very beautiful. I would love to see him completely finished with his paint.

@tradmanmike3360 7 ай бұрын

Just found this channel and decided to see this Old (like me) Toyota would run. LOVE THIS CHANNEL FOR ALL THE REASONS POSTED ABOVE. NO STUPID MUSIC, NO HYPE BS, JUST CONTENT AND RESULTS. ALWAYS THUMBS UP FROM THE 641.. LOVE THAT OL TOYOTA! I OWN A 1999 TOCOMA 4X4 2.7LT, 81K ORIGINAL MILES, ALSO A 02 4RUNNER LIMITED 2.5 LIFT, ALL THE TRD MODES, ADDICTED OFF ROAD FRONT BUMPER, 12K WENCH. WE BOYS GOTTA HAVE OUR TOYS!

@ruudb72 7 ай бұрын

Man!...I had a Celica like this one many years ago. Drove it for over 8 years and as a younster it was absolute fun. It was easy to run maintain and repair, so I hope someone takes this one and makes it look prestine again...he will enjoy it. Nice video, thanks!

@25Soupy 9 күн бұрын

I like the original wheels better. Thank you for bring this car back to life, it's a beauty.

@The1crazycaper 8 ай бұрын

Not a big fan of the no talk videos but still verry entertaining. I would love to see a complete rebuild on the Celica because these cars are getting hard to find. They need to be saved.

@eugenesbackyardrepair4593 8 ай бұрын

I agree with you on the silent part. I love to hear what they think it needs or solutions to problems that come up. Their vioces are what making the videos more interesting. Love they save the vehicles though

@dannyluttrell6050 8 ай бұрын

Not me young man voice. I have muted the volume.

@arrow5390 8 ай бұрын

Not me ilke no talking other uploader to much talk less works 😅

@morganlewis2667 8 ай бұрын

OK as a one off with the no talking theater. But once is enough. Nice camera work though! I like the patina and would really enjoy watching and hearing an interior all fixed up with dialog. Brake jobs are a dime a dozen but few follow through with the interior.

@cheetahlip 8 ай бұрын

I actually like the silent part 🤷🏻‍♂️ cool vid

@2coolwheels139 8 ай бұрын

You just don't see many 60s and 70s Japanese cars around. Most folks thought of them as disposable cars, so nobody went out of their way to store them or preserve them like they did many American cars. Glad to see this one get a second lease on life, and I know you guys will bring her back.

@seanfrank4158 7 ай бұрын

I really hope someone puts the time and effort into this one to get her back to...let's say driver condition. The boys got it moving under it's own steam but a new dash, rear deck, upholstery, and a paint job would make this little gem shine.

@thegingerbreadman 4 ай бұрын

I hope this becomes a follow up project because this car is such a beauty. It’s a shame to leave it partially restored 😢

@mahaloppa9616 4 ай бұрын

@thegingerbreadman I was about to look for a follow up but you just saved me some time.

@stevedriver1476 Ай бұрын

Now that its running, a small car like this can be a full nut and bolt resto in 3 months, there must be plenty of parts cars in Texas or close by,,, a lot of this JDM jap stuff is being restored and new parts are out there and cheap. Steve in Australia

@mrvampire41 7 ай бұрын

Loved it. Finally a natural sounds of turning wrenches and pushing brake pedals, turning motors. Like listening to the fishtank calm. ❤ enjoyed that Brothers.

@panderzextreme2210 8 ай бұрын

Just goes to show that these cars just don't want to die! I love that you managed to save something that had been sitting outside for a long time and making it run nice and smooth again back in the day when it was out and about. I also give credit to the one who filmed and edited the camera shots as they were perfect and well-timed. What really surprised me was that pretty much all the electrics worked in the car (even the radio surprisingly!) I hope you guys can make another one of these videos; it was spectacular!

@carrollmay7362 7 ай бұрын

Not A fan of the no talk video

@ThorOdinson-zc2kq 6 ай бұрын

@@carrollmay7362thanks for sharing that brilliant comment…..wow

@MaximusGaming 8 ай бұрын

These old Celicas were great cars, dang near bulletproof engines and good styling. I haven’t seen one like this in a lot of years 👍

@ronalddaub9740 8 ай бұрын

That's the only car I ever had a road-rage incident that involved almost going to jail after a high-speed chase of over 100 mph with smoking front brake pads After I got where I was going the police arrived and the other guy and my car was sitting there with boiling smoke off the brake pads I had just put on

@ronalddaub9740 8 ай бұрын

And the St was a sport touring I like it better

@billyrubina 6 ай бұрын

I wonder why it sat starter and major engine components were all working, was it just because of the fuel tank.

@kcscarecrow 3 ай бұрын

I owned a 1974 Celica ST. Bought it brand new off the show room floor. A great little car with amazing pep. Loved its 1800cc engine. After I got married in 1975 we drove it to Colorado Springs on our honeymoon. Decided to drive to the top of pikes peak. It did fine going all the way up. Don't see to many of these cars around that are in primo condition. You guys have a great find there.

@saturnsongs 2 ай бұрын

One of the coolest looking foreign cars ever made, and very reliable too. Wish I had it!

@raymondtrotter4655 8 ай бұрын

I'm sure some of us have heard the term " Silence is Golden ". Well here is a great example. I'm sure some would agree that this silent video JUST WON THE GOLDEN AWARD OF SILENT VIDEOS OF 2023 !!! Another fine example of bring it back to life by the Restored crew. Great job Lance, Wyatt, and Christian, yall have pleased your audience once again. Thanks for the inspiration . It lookes great. 🛎🏆🏆🏆🥇🥇🥇🎆✨ GOLDEN AWARD TO YOU ALL. THANKS TRUCK DRIVER RAY ✝️

@jimdelaney1071 8 ай бұрын

The Silent movie episodes are good, but love hearing you both run ideas across each other...

@johnfadin6 8 ай бұрын

Can't stand these want to be edgey silent vids.

@tomkiser1418 8 ай бұрын

too true. Immediately I noticed the lack of commentary.. for some that works well,.. But so use to your input that the video lacks that extra item!! talk!

@ulysseslima9534 8 ай бұрын

Me too, but I like the balance. The sound is good.

@agravemisunderstanding9668 19 күн бұрын

@@johnfadin6 Edgy? They just thought theyd try more relaxed silent vids, thats like the opposite of edgy

@_Mother_Of_A_yotube-Developer 19 күн бұрын

Лучше так, чем глупая, неуместная музыка, которую каждый "умный" блогер вставляет в каждое своё глупое видео.

@timlynch6271 7 ай бұрын

This video was therapeutic, straight to the point 👍🏽 ❤.

@gavinplant8143 5 ай бұрын

Did a 1975/6 red model up in 1981 whilst living in west germany, tevog racing wheels, black viynal roof, rear spoiler rechromed bumpers, zebarted underneath and a complete respray in the jaguar paint bay. Looked brilliant almost the same as yours the u tube video brought back so many happy memories. Glad you just filmed it, her shape lines and presence was wòrth restoring. Thank you. GP.

@lizelizabeth2258 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much from Australia for sharing this and bringing her back to life, brought back so many wonderful memories of my 1972 TA22, loved that car, will never forget her no matter how many cars i've had after her, i watched you guys right through this with a smile on my face, THANK YOU again GOD BLESS you both, and your families 😊

@user-vv4od2gl8g 5 ай бұрын

대단 하십니다. 죽은 자가 살아 돌아 온 겪입니다! 😅😅😅😅😅

@azariahmosiwa3942 22 күн бұрын

By far the most satisfying car restoration video that i have ever seen. The commitment to only change what's necessary and the working style, top notch.

@ivanfigueroa8345 4 ай бұрын

For me this is the best car in the world ....I want one!!! Just the way at it is ...perfect!!

@Mzubanzi 5 ай бұрын

At least they were breathing 😅

@theidlehandsworkshop3884 8 ай бұрын

Love the older Celica's, 70's through to '85 with the RA64 being my fave. Ya'll did a great job on this one !!!

@troyl5498 19 күн бұрын

That make/model was my very first car. My elder brother got it for me, I was only 16 years old. Five speed stick. _Wonderful._ I taught myself to drive it and was outlaw (no license, no vehicle registration, etc.) from that moment on, through my remaining high school years. She and I did great things together. Thank you for this presentation. I swoon.

@adiresont3347 7 ай бұрын

Very happy when I saw the machine running. I'm also very proud that people in modern countries still uphold religious values. It's nice to see Bible quotes in the video. Greetings from Indonesian Christians

@ralphhayward5693 8 ай бұрын

A very relaxing video. Even though I missed Lance's chatter, I have to admire the combined concentration of everyone to pull this off. Great job of editing on this too!

@ralphhayward5693 8 ай бұрын

I had a 1978 Celica wagon with more than 500K miles on it as good as new. A great car over all.

@brianbarnes2166 8 ай бұрын

I absolutely love this car! I am torn on the no talking bit, but it was a very well edited/shot video! I especially love the scripture quotes. Thank you for this video. You guys make me want to find an old vehicle every one else has given up on and do this. It would take me wayyyy longer than y’all!

@martinruss2423 5 ай бұрын

You guys are legends for breathing life back into such an iconic car but that is deserving of a full restoration. Like muscle cars, map 240's and early fords they deserve to stay for another 5 decades

@SR-gt350 6 ай бұрын

I had a 77 celica. Best car i ever owned. Easy to work on.

@scottstone978 8 ай бұрын

The time it must take to create content like this would blow my mind... AMAZING JOB !!!!!

@gispel7058 8 ай бұрын

Right...when you consider each little edited segment is between 3 and 8 seconds long. Now you know how much work and creativity it takes to put together an hour final product? Very seamless presentation . Wyatt, Christian, and you Lance are a great team. Also nice to see your hat on proper Lance. Yeah I know it's on backwards when it needs to be for working.....but for some odd reason I just hate it when people wear them backwards.

@shtopfl5247 8 ай бұрын

I loved this silent straight to the chase approach although both of you seemed to have had a big fight prior to the video and now you wouldn’t talk to eachother 😂 but that‘s the point of these, no talking just ASMR wrenching , please more 😍😍😍👍🏻

@kenb51960 8 ай бұрын

LOL I was thinkng the same thing

@whoaaanelly65 8 ай бұрын

I posted just the same thing before reading posts. Not a fan of this myself.

@greasypreacher 2 ай бұрын

i adore the silent ones. It feels like a proper film. i can really focus on what you’re doing and how damn beautiful these vehicles are. thank you for making them feel young again :)

@badrhamza2975 7 ай бұрын

Your method of filming is great. I hope you restore the chassis. I enjoyed watching you.❤

@investidortoxico5454 8 ай бұрын

What about the painting?

@rafaelcaromartinez8035 13 күн бұрын

I hace a Celica 1981, just on sale 5000 dollars,

@shofan70 7 ай бұрын

I'm sure you guys are great speakers but I like this format. It's like a breath of fresh air compared to some of the other car vids on YT.

@syedsameerosman6981 2 ай бұрын

I'm amazed how these people find such old parts and get things done. Overall great work 👍

@richardcoram1562 4 ай бұрын

One of my favorite all time rides was my li'l Doobie. 1974 Toyota Celica GT 5 spd, with a/c. That car was so fun, so fast, so precise, and maintenance free. That car is the one that got me away from my previous loves and big motors. This little Celica ST is a worthwhile candidate to restore. Wish you the best in your endeavor.

@nishantbalakrishnan 7 ай бұрын

Fantastic work guys ❤❤ Actions speak louder than words or music, loved it and congratulations 🎊

@ABANDONEDCARREVIVALS 8 ай бұрын

very well done once again! That yota deserved every bit of love you gave it and it looks great just the way it is!

@Kennykibble 13 күн бұрын

Car like this doesn't need paint; it is a survivor and wears the scars well. Great job, as always. Keep it up!

@nonenothing8648 2 ай бұрын

They don't talk but their works are talking to me. Indeed oddly satisfying and very rare in ytube. Every one loves to talk but not working. I am getting tired of noises. This kind attract me but of course the camera taker too has done a good job. Congratulations to all

@abood_a93 8 ай бұрын

Your work and effort is very professional in terms of montage and method of photography. Honestly, they are very creative. The number of subscribers is supposed to be more than a million. In general, good luck 👍🏼

@RESTORED-HOPE 8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much 😀

@johnhuntley5843 8 ай бұрын

@@RESTORED-HOPEhi I had posted a question and I'm not even. Sure I'm doing this right lol, but my dad watches all of your episodes and on this Celica episode at the beginning was a Chevy bel air deluxe 2 door hard top he is pretty sure that's what it was anyways lol it wasnt on the screen long it was behind you as you were walking around the Celica in the beginning. My dad wants to know if it's 4 sale, plz lmk tysm Brandi

@Fresh-tw7ev 8 ай бұрын

Absolutely love the silent treatment. Nice change of pace. Great editing and production. From Ohio

@genji_takumi 7 ай бұрын

Swag like Ohio..dawg like Ohio😅😅😅😅😅

@Ageratos01 5 ай бұрын

The old fellas nods, authority of approvals.

@danielbeltran4068 18 күн бұрын

thank you for giving the old girl new life. and reminding me of fond memories of the past.

@RoninDosho 8 ай бұрын

You've done another video, maybe two like this in the past. I really do enjoy these. You absolutely have brought this one back from the near dead. Extra nice camera work and editing !!

@mechguyver7694 8 ай бұрын

Enjoyed that waaaaay more than I thought I would....cinematography and editing were phenomenal! Great job!

@vincecarnevale4406 5 ай бұрын

Took a trip cross-country in a 1976 Toyota Celica, car ran like a top,and got 40mpg consistently,great car!looks like some big tires on the rear of that Celica.

@Idelia412 15 күн бұрын

Nice to see a car I almost traded my Mustang in for. A fellow Navy buddy had one of the cars a 1973 which is almost identical to this one. I am into original, so not happy with the change of wheels or the added fender parts, but nice to see this car again and running. Sure brought back memories.

@124BILLION 7 ай бұрын

Love a good Celica resto! You guys are amazing

@gavirgo32 8 ай бұрын

This is one of the best videos on KZfaq!!! Amazing work guys keep it coming and very well done!!!

@TxCrudeHauler 3 ай бұрын

I just wanted to say how great this was to see, brought back lots of memories. My Dad used to own one back in 1977, it was blue with white stripes, white vinyl interior and white vinyl on the back 1/3 of the top. It was quite a car, he loved that stick shift.

@robertomaputi 7 ай бұрын

i enjoyed watching from beginning to end salute to this father - son tandem more power

@donnagaarmane7627 8 ай бұрын

I miss the talking, I like knowing what’s going on. My sight is not the best.

@unosportingproject5441 5 ай бұрын

O ruim desse vídeo é que ele acaba ❤

@DavidJones-hl5om 7 ай бұрын

With gas prices reaching $6 a gallon in California. And across the nation, these are the cars we need to be fixing up again.

@starguard4122 6 ай бұрын

This was TOTALLY AWESOME!! No Talking, No music, No Nonsense or clowning around. Fabulous. (although I think it would have been a bit wise at 39:43 to wear safety gloves)

@davidbrumfield158 8 ай бұрын

Don't care for the no talking. Need to hear that good ole Texas draw

@jaysrandomnesschannel Ай бұрын

*drawl

@paullawrence-xy3el 7 ай бұрын

I love this video where no talk but business going on. I don't like when people talk. Thank you brothers

@keithameerali9474 Ай бұрын

The patina symbolises the age of the car and how well it persevered but a full body job will give it due respect.

@mikeadam8009 7 ай бұрын

Waiting on the full restoration. Salute to you guys, amazing job.

@joejarvis2497 7 ай бұрын

I love that you are making these without words. I don't care about any drama that is in reality TV. That BS gives me heartburn. I love this format. It's not that I don't want to hear from you guys. It just gets down to business. Thanks for the videos.

@tomsloger4073 7 ай бұрын

I bought a 1972 Celica ST brand new, Powder Blue with black interrior Loved the car , it was a lot of fun to drive. I wish that I still had it.

@Lordsecond6969 6 ай бұрын

Decades ago she was a really luxurious babe. And it's sad to see how she ended up in someone's abandoned yard. Hats off to bring her back to her former glory. Now u gotta paint that babe

@JonHullock Ай бұрын

This is one of my favourites revivals that i have watched on Restored. What great patina paintwork she has. Those wide arches look great with those wheels.

@mrjedistud 8 ай бұрын

That car came out looking great.

@TRyan-op2jo 7 ай бұрын

Great result! It reminds me what a joy old ‘Yotas are to work on.

@jonaslundgren3130 Ай бұрын

That Celican would have fit perfectly in my garage. Looks so very beautiful. Little upgrade, rims and paint.

@WS102 5 ай бұрын

I had a 1977 Corolla SR-5 Coupe. I really miss that car, it was a fantastic ride and we tuned it to run like a little banshee with it's hair on fire. So much fun to drive.

@nautospavn 7 ай бұрын

Excellent! Very easy to understand and straight to the point. Plus the attention to the small details.

@Dieubussy 3 ай бұрын

No talk. All action. I like that.

@angelmontijo9303 16 күн бұрын

Celica, one of the best cars ever built from Toyota

@fernandopessanha4604 5 ай бұрын

Toyota IS Toyota ...30 years stopped and the engines roar like a lion ... congrats guys, great job !

@Trnenergy3 7 ай бұрын

That just looked like a fun project. Clear coat and keep the patina!

@qualityman7829 20 күн бұрын

Man, these guys really made it look like a movie... Great video all around👏. Loving watching old/beaten vehicles get some love, even if it's after decades ! ✌

@washingtoncountyrealityche3898 7 ай бұрын

I think it's great. I am having surgery on my vocal chords and I cannot talk so this video really makes sense to me.

@ifixthings86 4 ай бұрын

That 20R fired up as I expected too. One of the most indestructible engines on earth.

@JohninTucson 3 ай бұрын

Wow....this car brings back a memory of driving a new one in 1977. It belonged to a wonderful neighbor who had just lost her husband and also had a teenage son that had just suffered a massive brain injury as a quarterback on the HS football team. She had just purchased this new car from part of her settlement from her son's injury lawsuit to replace her old 65 chevy malibu. I was 16 years old and I was walking past her house when she stopped her gorgeous new green Celica. She was so excited to finally have a dependable car now so she can get back and forth to her injured son's nursing facility as he re-learns how to speak and walk again. She insisted that I take it for a test drive which surprised me since I was only 16, but I had my own car already so I guess she trusted me. I remember having to run the driver seat all of the way back because I'm tall and she was a small lady. I looked around inside at the dash and how well laid out it looked, also the 5 speed manual gearbox which was butter smooth to shift which made it fun and not a pain like American 3-4 on the floor manuals (just my opinion...). The car also handled so well and the ride was also smooth and quiet with great power breaks. It was August in our state of Arizona so she got A/C on this car. It was a pricey option at around $1100 if memory serves, But it worked really well with plenty of power to keep the little car cool inside. The only thing I didn't care for was how narrow the seats were for my actually narrow butt, but as I tossed the car around on the road through the desert foothills I remained firmly in the seat with no fear of sliding sideways like on my beach seat in my LTD. All in all this was a great car to experience and Mrs Jacobs liked it so much that she bought a new one every 2 years for a long time. Good memory and excellent video as always gentlemen!

@tvstarks 7 ай бұрын

Best restore vid EVER. Amazing videography, editing, cinematography. Refreshingly absent of comment, music soundtrack, or anything unnecessary. Bravo, really!