We don't know the history of this car. If he took a perfectly good Maserati and butchered it with customization, than yeah, I agree with the hate. But he mentioned this was the result of 20 years of restoration. For all we know, the engine was blown, and the car was left to rot in the elements for 30+ years. Sourcing a period correct Maserati engine may have unobtainable. Either due to cost, or limited sources. Limited production, 20 years would put this at 1997. eBay really wasn't as useful in the hobby as it is today, and they might've not even had internet access. Hopefully they kept the block, but it's also possible that they couldn't find anyone willing to work on it. Remember, not everyone can do everything themselves. They may have tried to outsource labor, and local shops were too afraid of it. The paint/body, given this hypothetical scenario, means that it would need a respray. We don't know if they tried to source the right color, or simply felt that whatever was original wasn't to their liking, and chose something they preferred, knowing that it can always be repainted something else in the future, since the original paint was beyond saving. Instead of bashing the man and his father for butchering a classic, we might should be thanking him for resurrecting something which, by now, might've been too far gone to save. This car not only was saved from being a potential junker, decaying back into its original natural elements, but essentially built in such a way that when a future collector gets their hands on it, they have the ability to see to it that this gets as much concourse treatment as it deserves. A proper restorer would love to have this car, not whatever heap the potential basket case originally was when they got it in the 90s.
some real odd ball stuff in this one....such creativity here....a few dreams....a saw....a welder....a small shed or car port....a ton of hours passion and love....out comes great builds and cool people....awesome....thanks for sharing Dennis....
It takes a while to come around to this guy but his passion is amazing! I see myself in him, it's for the love of the machine and this guy truly LOVES cars.
That's why I love this show like I do. If he focused on the dime-a-dozen corvettes, buy one get one free Chevelle SS, I wouldn't watch this show. show me stuff I've never seen before
The term "hot rodding" is synonymous for turning crap into art, not for turning art into crap like executed on that million dollar Maserati. Maybe someone should send the Mona Lisa to that guy to have it "hot rodded" with lipstick and stuff...
I would love to check that place out. I'm a sucker for old junk yards anyway, so I would go there anytime
damn.. that poor Maserati....but awesome show Dennis!
TeamBox Cutta 😂 I was thinking the same thing like WTF!!! he Frankensteined this shit out that poor thing.
We don't know the history of this car. If he took a perfectly good Maserati and butchered it with customization, than yeah, I agree with the hate. But he mentioned this was the result of 20 years of restoration. For all we know, the engine was blown, and the car was left to rot in the elements for 30+ years. Sourcing a period correct Maserati engine may have unobtainable. Either due to cost, or limited sources. Limited production, 20 years would put this at 1997. eBay really wasn't as useful in the hobby as it is today, and they might've not even had internet access. Hopefully they kept the block, but it's also possible that they couldn't find anyone willing to work on it. Remember, not everyone can do everything themselves. They may have tried to outsource labor, and local shops were too afraid of it.
The paint/body, given this hypothetical scenario, means that it would need a respray. We don't know if they tried to source the right color, or simply felt that whatever was original wasn't to their liking, and chose something they preferred, knowing that it can always be repainted something else in the future, since the original paint was beyond saving.
Instead of bashing the man and his father for butchering a classic, we might should be thanking him for resurrecting something which, by now, might've been too far gone to save. This car not only was saved from being a potential junker, decaying back into its original natural elements, but essentially built in such a way that when a future collector gets their hands on it, they have the ability to see to it that this gets as much concourse treatment as it deserves. A proper restorer would love to have this car, not whatever heap the potential basket case originally was when they got it in the 90s.
what I love about Dennis is he is a oddball guy who shows odd cars. He looks like he loves this job as well.
My day used to hunt parts at Harrys back when he raced at Englishtown i remembered the name from stories he told
Harry's a great guy!
Hey wow i seen him on American pickers too lol
some real odd ball stuff in this one....such creativity here....a few dreams....a saw....a welder....a small shed or car port....a ton of hours passion and love....out comes great builds and cool people....awesome....thanks for sharing Dennis....
Met Dennis there, really great show and it was nice to talk with him...
Craig Caggiano cool
Saw the mail jeep at a car show this morning so I had to check out the video.
If I remember correctly the fiberglass bodied postal jeeps were electric cars. He said this one originally had a 4cyl iron duke engine.
This guy was on pickers years ago !!!
4:17 For those times when the mail needs to get there fast! 7:11 That is awesome!
gracias y compartido
Was there any bonus footage from this classic show?
great show..
It takes a while to come around to this guy but his passion is amazing! I see myself in him, it's for the love of the machine and this guy truly LOVES cars.
Thanks for this show Dennis
Wow! Lots of fun!
Dennis is very knowledgeable about cars.
Yeah I work at tear the junkyard
Dennis will walk past 10 really cool cars then focus on some oddball (Mail Jeep and "57 Chevy " thing)
Well it can get boring to go to the 57 chevys, mustangs, and corvettes all the time!
That's why I love this show like I do. If he focused on the dime-a-dozen corvettes, buy one get one free Chevelle SS, I wouldn't watch this show. show me stuff I've never seen before
Dennis ..thinks he so hot with that stash...he's not ya know .....Just kiddin ....love ya man .....Do more vintage jeeps.. Thanks
Just shot a ‘47Willy CJ-2a this weekend down in Tubac, AZ. It’ll air (and be posted here) on March 28!
Cool. thank you .ill be waiting
Why do hot rodders use jag rear ends?
It gives you independent rear suspension rather than a straight axle. Plus, it looks really cool!
Love the FACT, that you, Dennis, are just as much a fan as you are a host. Right on. 👍
i realize it is pretty randomly asking but do anybody know of a good website to stream new movies online ?
@Dorian Nixon Flixportal xD
@Jackson Leonel Thank you, I signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :) I appreciate it!
@Dorian Nixon Glad I could help xD
Candy apple red is just the coolest color ever. Only white is better, but its not a color... I love that candy apple red.
Great show thanks for bringing
Glad you enjoyed it!
This was on American pickers
My favorite motor 383 stroker
Was this guy on American Pickers ??
Vincent Basso Yes!
Vincent Basso I love American Pickers!
the show is still great
The term "hot rodding" is synonymous for turning crap into art, not for turning art into crap like executed on that million dollar Maserati.
Maybe someone should send the Mona Lisa to that guy to have it "hot rodded" with lipstick and stuff...
Too much mail truck and pacer.