I had a real hard time watching this video because i completely love these older Chrysler Fifth Avenues and to see this car with only 39,000 original miles left in this state to rot is just pathetic. I can guarantee you that this car has that mileage as the leather wrapped steering wheel was in mint condition which is always worn out on higher mileage cars. This was Chrysler's top of the line car back in 1985 and was optioned with the rich Corthian Leather. So glad to see this car being saved from that site. Thank you.

The way he says “contact!”every time he starts the car…hilarious!😂

I had noticed you guys weren't posting recently, and I was wondering what had happened. I didn't find out until today. Richard, I am glad you are feeling better, and I'm glad you are ok. Listen to your doctors. I know it is hard to be laid up when you are accustomed to being active, but don't try to do too much too fast. I broke my neck in a car accident, and I was told I would not be able to do anything for six months. I pushed myself and got back to my normal life in half that time, but I am paying for it today. Take care of yourself. We will be here. I wish you the best.

I LOVE my '85 Fifth Avenue! Unsurpassable ride, great steering, plush seats, and an immediate attention-getter. This is my second one, and I'm hooked!

The only Chrysler I drove was a 1984 Chrysler Executive Limousine (mini stretched). I was a chauffer and drove Dow Chemical executives from an executive air terminal to their homes or meetings & back. It had a stereo, TV, VHS, bar, sun roof, mobile phone, separate A/C, leather interior & privacy window. Up front was ultimate luxury and even included a mobile phone with intercom. Only 1,698 were built.

Good to see some videos of the M-body Mopars. They're actually getting old...

Looking forward to part two. You guys definitely have your hands full with this one. Can’t wait to see it back on the road! Thanks guys!

I feel like that car is screaming “I’m a good runner get me off the ground and let’s Go!!!” I’m strange I know. 😂😊

Richard and Christina my favorite will it start. On the You Tube channel. Good to see you back to what you do best.Looking forward to part 2. Thank you. It happens. A great video! 💯👍👊

"Where IS this thing?" LOL

Hi Richard & Christina. Great video as always. It reminded me of an 1984 Dodge Diplomat ex-California Highway Patrol car I had back in the 1990s. Can’t wait for Part II.

Hey Richard, nice to see another will it run! Glad your feeling better and up for doing new videos. Christina is doing a great job of making the video, as usual!

Typically if the mileage numbers are offset, it is a good indicator that it has rolled over. These were all but used up as donor cars for disc brake conversions for the older Mopar's. The 318's in these cars are becoming desirable due to their strong cast cranks, and larger mains. converted off the lean burn, these engines perform quite well. I'd like to see more of these on will it run, there are still quite a few left on the road. These M bodies were produced from 1978 to 1989. They had the horizontal torsion bars. The lean burn system advanced in accordance to temperature, and the vacuum advance located on the lean burn computer. Great video!!!

Growing up as a kid we had the same exact car same colors an all

Another awesome video 😊

Lookin forward to part 2

I was given an '88 Gran Fury cop car (AHB) back in June. It was donated to an LEO museum along with a '74 Gran Fury (A38) car, but this was the 3rd F/M car and was not a state, county or city vehicle that is their focus, and I had made them a deal on an '85 GF that was an arson car (mint)- so, I got the car. It had sat next to one of the warehouses for years, hadn't probably run for years before it arrived. Spent about 3 hours just changing plugs, putting lube in the cylinders, filters changed (sans oil for the moment), checked the fluids, popped a new battery in, and put in 5 gallons of fresh fuel with a full bottle of Redline Fuel system treatment. Filled the carb via the vents, poured some gas down the throat...then started hitting the ignition. Within a few cranks, it sputtered to life & ran. Poorly. Rough, smoking out the tailpipe pretty fierce. Kept on it, got it up to temp. Shut it off, let it heat soak. Fired it up about 10 minutes later. Then hit the carb with 2 cans of the nastiest carb cleaner I know of. Better. Then I changed the oil, Wix 51515 filter, and a can of Restore (V8 flavor). Ran it more, it really had smoothed out. Took it over to a nearby farm field & pasture (know the rancher) and ran it up & down. Throw the lean-burn and all that out. Also, a Walker 40430 Y-pipe eliminates the two upper catalytic converters, bigger pipe, and a 3" Catco main cat...these 318's are much more lively and get better mileage. Also, the handling? If not ordered "Iso-clamp" delete, you get the rubber-mounted cradle and rear suspension- trash, utter garbage and handles like on jello

The lean burn system for the 318 is not that bad, they can last a long time and be reliable. It's NOT like the older big block and 4 barrel systems that had problems. Everyone just jumps to conclusions as if all lean burn systems are bad, and that's Not the case! They are so easy to bypass anyways

I watch many of these "start it?" channels but yours is the best, I think. If I needed someone to start my ancient Hudson in real life, I'd call you two. Keep it up, thanks from Sydney (Australia, not ND).

this is awesome. I used to have one of these. it was the worst running car i ever had, yet still my favorite.

I had a 1978 Doge Monaco with 318 lean burn. Junked that system. put on a four barrel intake and carb with electronic ignition and distributor, Huge improvement

Great to see you back doing what makes you happy Richard and the fact that the ac clutch and smog pump were not seized is quite surprising looking forward to part 2 Karl from eastern Canada P.S. I had a diplomat back in the day it was very dependable

I can't believe you guys are doing this car. I have a bucket list of cars, probably 50 long, and this is one of them. My friends dad had one back in the day, and they are so plush. Such an 80's pimp car. Almost impossible to find now since they were just a daily driver, and most have been crushed. You sure have a knack for finding cars I like. Take that lean burn carb off and just put a regular carb back on.

will be waiting for part2.....

Man. nice I worked the parts counter at a GM dealership from the 80's to 2004, if I had a buck for every antenna insert I sold I'd be a millionaire !

I had all but forgotten those extra long threads on the 318's and other Mopar engines. Looking forward to Part 2 of this WIR. So good to see that your recovery time hasn't turned you into a couch potato, Richard

Getting around good, Richard!

Always loved the 5th Avenues.

Those were such good cars

Awesome video!!! Sweet running little 318 there!!!

318 and the 225 where the two most dependable motors ever built. Really glad to have you back doing videos

My grandparents owned a Chrysler Park Avenue i believe it was a 1985 it rode like a cloud, I'd forgotten about it until i seen your video, thanks for the memories Richard and Christine. You guys asked me to keep you updated on my heart valve situation, I've got an appointment on Wednesday i guess to decide what my options are so we'll see, thanks.

Much enjoyed. Thanks for sharing...

Thanks for another great video!!🙂

My Chrysler 5th ave 1983 V8 was siting for 17 years in the garage . I changed the gas and 3 try it's starting.

So glad you’re back!!!

I thought it would have been a lot more involved to get it going. Good job, also great to see the guys out there with you and as always nice steady camera work.

I remember these cars having a lot of electrical problems back in the day. Hope you have good luck

thanks man

had a good time glad to see yall again

Glad to see you back Richard and Christine.

My parents bought an 85 brand new.. never forget those seats, they were like Lazy Boy recliners.. Glad you got it running...

The air conditioning system in those models ( 1 had a 1983 was considered the best in the industry before the conversion.)

Welcome back Rich & Chris !!!!!!!!! Glad to see Will It Run content again.....

That's beautiful! MOPAR is the best! Thank you guys for share knowledge!

That old corvair sitting next to you would make a good project car .

nice tip on the recycled fuel

We had a 5th Avenue same year black with a gray interior and it was a great car, like a fool we traded it off.

My mom had the same car same year and my dad hated the lean burn system so he got the conversion kit to get rid of the lean burn. Lot people did that back then. It was a bad idea & had lot of problems. My dads 77 New Yorker Brogham had the lean burn and he did the conversion kit on that also. He bought the new Yorker same month my sister was born in January of 77 i wish I had that car today 😊

I laughed when you said it has Points!, My Brother did the same thing to one "Same Year" for a friend of his back in the 90s because the Lean Burn would never work right!, It worked but his friend said the Fuel Mileage was not as good., Best thing is the wire in the standard Chrysler Electronic Ignition!

Under most circumstances , a engine won't seize sitting only 22 years . In fact , ive heard of engines sitting 40 years that still turned over freely

Great video, Interesting to learn about the Dodge starters.

Good.job cool chryler Nice show 👍👍👍👏👏👏👏

Thanks!

Another find 👍 👀 🍿

My brother had one of these. It was like sitting on a couch! When he was done, it went into a demo derby and did extremely well, the engine was then put into a truck! It wouldn't die.

We'll be here for part 2.

I very much enjoy watching your videos. Always positive clean conversation. Refreshing!

Be waiting for part 2.

You guys have a wonderful Christmas and New year. Thank you!

Another fun and successful video! Thanks for sharing your adventures!

I had a 87 Fifth Avenue with the 318 that was silver, fully loaded with plush style carpet. Smooth riding car. I really liked that car. I think it was around 4 years old when I bought it. Looking forward to part 2.

I haven't watched this video to the end yet but I am curious about the Corvair next to the Chrysler.

So glad you guys are back! I have missed both of you! Richard looks very good ! So happy for you guys !

I like all your videos the part twos are great too

now that was interesting. I saw the comment below, about the car being part of an estate and just being discarded for havign no wheels, and that explains everything I'd say. it wasn't run until it dies, but put away long before that. there were so many "what is this I don't even"-moments. :) I hope the undercarriage has hold up well. would be a pity if the body falls apart because the spine has rotted away. looking forward to part 2. ^^

What an amazing car I drove one the same year and the same silver body and seats. It drove real nice and had real cold air-conditioning. And it was a quick car. Its a shame to see this one in this shape hope you all can save her.

I love your videos Richard.

Good seeing you guys today 😊 If I seen a lean burn system on the compacts, I would run away from it as fast as I could😂😂😂! Good video nice to see you guys back❤❤❤

Great to see it running. Sitting is death to any Machine. As always liked and shared. All my best.

Will be waiting for part 222222222222

Oh my word that guy is so funny, even his phone rings like a clown horn

My friend owned one of those Chrysler Fifth Avenue and he traded it in at Magic City Motors for a 2 door black Ford LTD Crown Victoria. If it is his it was originally bought in Gulfport,Mississippi. I was with him when he purchased it and traded it in. If that is the car it has some really good times and stories. I would be happy & surprised to see that car being brought back to life. If it is his car,I could introduce you to the guy who bought it in Mississippi and traded it in at Magic City Motors.

Great video.i don't mind 2 or 3 parts to a video and you look good and healthy Richard God bless

Very interesting 🧐 guys 😉. I could see a part 2 coming an I personally like 2 parts. Thanks 👍 for sharing an Happy Holidays.

Some of the 5th Avenue had a factory 4 barrel carburetor and I have been looking for one of those engines for years! A friend had one he bought new and put over 2 hundred thousand on with no major repairs. I went on a 400 mile trip with him and could not believe it made 23mpg!

I never had any doubt in my mind that it would run. Once again well done! Throw a retro adapter on the suction side of the AC and dump a couple of cans of 134 in it. Bet it will blow cold. Always fun watching you bring these vehicles back from the dead. Glad to see you're doing well Richard. Kudos

Wow welcome back richard there's alot of nice vehicles there the one next to it looks ok wow i cant beleive it fired right up

Nice will it run

I had a 87 5th Avenue red with red leather interior fully loaded. It was probably the most comfortable riding car I've ever owned. Good luck with this diamond in the rough

Enjoy your videos, keep up the great work.

Awesome awesome thank u always for the entertainment u guys always deliver

Hook a truck to it and pull it out of the tire holes. That generation Chrysler product has a rust problem with the rear subframe. They rust out around spring mount. Then the spring falls out. Lean burn was okay. It worked well but you had to keep the car tuned up.

I had an opportunity to work on a 1982 Dodge Diplomat once, which is the twin to this car as well as the Plymouth Gran Fury, they used them as police cars back in the 80s and very early 90s. Very nice and cool cars! Rode like a dream...probably better than a Cadillac. They were nice back in the day. Still are if they're in good shape. They stopped making them in 1988. Great job getting this one running, im looking forward to Part 2. Thanks for sharing, Richard and Christina!!

I wonder if the clips were for holding up the headliner (before it completely disintegrated. I love that you did an 80s car. Need to do more of those for sure!

When is a door not a door? When it’s ajar. 😄 I didn’t catch who these country boys are, but they need to be in more of your videos. Looking forward to part 2!

Excellent video Christina :) , Richard :) also 3 stooges and amazing me on that car for age low mileage for sure also points distributor to ! Sounds nice on motor besides leak of antifreeze happened too and need some wheels on to! Be looking for part 2 soon watch and drive out sitting spot !

Those gear-reduction starters on Chryslers were strong. I replaced one in 17 years in business.

Hello to you Richard, Great video here for sure. My good friend and co worker I hung with, his father bought this same exact car brand new in yes 1985. I in turn bought it when he was getting rid of it. What a boat it was it was gray with lite gray interior. 318 solid car, I drove it a couple of years. My father god rest his soul had the clone to this model which was a 1985 LaBaron Custom it had very similar options on it, but was not the so called real McCoy. Great Automobile Be well

Glad to see you up and at it again Richard, boy those cans brought back memories, Dupont chroma base I’ve sprayed I don’t know how many thousands of gallons of that stuff in my day Be sure to let me know when you get ready for what we spoke about in the emails. That way I could plan things accordingly. .. Christina, I can’t wait until you meet my wife and my boys , stay on top of Richard, and keep him healthy. Love you guys stay safe❤

I’d love to see a video on the 65 Corvair. I had a 65 Monza with the 140hp engine, back in the 80’s/90’s. I’ll be starting a video series on my 63 Corvair van within the next few weeks.

I had a 1976 Cordoba with a lean burn engine which lean burned itself out at 40,000 miles. Loved the car all except for that engine. Traded it off for a 1979 Plymouth Duster.

Nice one you 2 - 3 - 4 - 5 even! That ran really well once it started. I envy you being warm it`s darn cold here in the UK at the moment brrrrrrrr!

Once you decide to keep it, pull the lean burn system out put in MSD 6A the will fix all its problems quick, too bad you cant just put in a GM HEI distributor, dont know if that conversion is ready!

That Late Model Corvair would be nice to resurrect. Happy New Year!

Best ride ever. The base started with the Le Barons, then the New Yorkers, with the top end being the 5th Ave. Loose all of the computer crap. The rear ends are whinners and the rear leafs ALWAYS need helpers. There is fiber optics to ALL of the trim including the door lock. If you strip down the vinyl landau or even just pull the interior back side panels you will find a factory surprise.

Ohh No the dreaded Lean Burn 😮

Hey Richard and Christina I enjoyed the video I hate the water pump stopped working or I think you would drove it today that's ok I will be looking forward to part two

I was working in Chrysler parts in beginning of 80's And we changed bucketloads of those leanburn computers on warranty

You do always good work! The Corvair next to this car should be rescued too.