Can This ABANDONED Cadillac Escalade Be Saved?! | The Detail Geek

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  • @TheDetailGeek
    @TheDetailGeek  2 роки тому +751

    Head to keeps.com/detailgeek to get 50% off your first Keeps order.
    What an INCREDIBLE transformation!! The Escalade has been rescued and is ready for a new life! Let's hope I never see another vehicle THAT bad! 🤣

    • @shannonp1656
      @shannonp1656 2 роки тому +24

      If? 🤣🤣🤣

    • @cynthiahopkins7090
      @cynthiahopkins7090 2 роки тому +14

      Mitch, You’re valuable!

    • @FirstDarkAngel2001
      @FirstDarkAngel2001 2 роки тому +13

      Aw, you give yourself too little credit. Haha, so cute. We know it'll look as new as the day it was first sold. ^^

    • @TheDetailGeek
      @TheDetailGeek  2 роки тому +31

      @BlueHeelerLover Correct…it hasn’t been cleaned in 17 years, but sat abandoned for the last 2 👍🏻

    • @_scorpion94_
      @_scorpion94_ 2 роки тому +4

      Rip that Escalade a new one. Can’t wait for this epic transformation, Mitch.

  • @charlotteschultz381
    @charlotteschultz381 2 роки тому +3377

    I think what’s also pretty incredible is how he edits 18 or so hours of footage down to 35 minutes

    • @vickyburdick
      @vickyburdick 2 роки тому +24

      Exactly!

    • @um4r_arf
      @um4r_arf 2 роки тому +17

      Thats something I've always wondered

    • @masterhack5767
      @masterhack5767 2 роки тому +23

      18?? Shiiiiit i thought it was only like 7 ;-;

    • @s.h.1639
      @s.h.1639 2 роки тому +15

      well it's at like five times speed i'm sure that helps lol

    • @markhenryedge
      @markhenryedge 2 роки тому +3

      Yeah, it’s like he has some kind of space-age video editing software or something!

  • @LmaEx
    @LmaEx 2 роки тому +4742

    My room needs this level of cleaning

  • @sherrydee7880
    @sherrydee7880 2 роки тому +607

    The only thing better than detailing a car yourself, is WATCHING someone else detailing a car! This makes me happy. Great job!

    • @HxTurtle
      @HxTurtle 2 роки тому +2

      I know, right! that's about the first thing I thought after discovering his videos: I just gonna watch him clean so I don't have to 🤣

    • @davidshipp623
      @davidshipp623 2 роки тому +1

      Every time I want to clean my car and come to this channel for inspiration, it’s so much more fun than actually cleaning it that I don’t do mine - hang on - maybe this just all a marketing scheme and that’s why these vehicles end up in such a state😂.

  • @aintnuthinnice3908
    @aintnuthinnice3908 2 роки тому +176

    He could've at least gave you a hand shake as well. You brought that car back to life for him. Your restoration skills are 100% on point.

    • @David..
      @David.. Рік тому +18

      I think a lot of these are car flippers who buy vehicles at auction and then drop them off for a clean and then the buy here pay here lot. Probably see this guy a decent amount or he charges what he’s worth.

  • @daviddelgado475
    @daviddelgado475 2 роки тому +201

    I just find that people's reaction are like Meh looks great. what!? THis guy is an artist , I would have to try to stop a tear from falling, he gave them a nice clean almost new car back. I mean I know it's not free but COM-ON! Your the man. The patience the detail, best wishes.

    • @tyrcipher8811
      @tyrcipher8811 2 роки тому +20

      They give Meh reactions cause the people don’t really cared about their cars looking clean. To them, a car is simply something they use to get from a to b

    • @blakerj5418
      @blakerj5418 2 роки тому +4

      David, I agree with you. I was thinking the same thing!

    • @lincolnburger628
      @lincolnburger628 Рік тому +1

      @@tyrcipher8811 yeah you think that reaction would be justified for something like your house right ? I rather have a clean house and dirty car then the other way around

    • @gracemcloughlin9305
      @gracemcloughlin9305 Рік тому +1

      I'd be in tears! Yeh, felt like that too.

    • @David..
      @David.. Рік тому +3

      I think a lot of these are people who flip auction vehicles and don’t have much personal attachment to the work done on the car.

  • @clintferguson8328
    @clintferguson8328 2 роки тому +429

    as a detailer for the last 40 years I'm always interested to see how detailing has changed. I have had many mini vans and suv's like this over the years glad I''m retired now and only do my cars keep up the good work.

    • @afkjayden
      @afkjayden 2 роки тому +2

      @@adriansmith2182 why are u being like that?

    • @adriansmith2182
      @adriansmith2182 2 роки тому +1

      @@afkjayden like what

    • @afkjayden
      @afkjayden 2 роки тому

      @@adriansmith2182 you said he probably wasn’t successful and you were glad he stopped

    • @afkjayden
      @afkjayden 2 роки тому

      Just nvm

    • @adriansmith2182
      @adriansmith2182 2 роки тому

      @@afkjayden I'm jk

  • @saturnisaplanet666
    @saturnisaplanet666 2 роки тому +74

    It still amazes me at just how thorough you are with EVERY SINGLE car you clean. You don’t slack on any of them! You always make them spotless and brand new looking! You do an exceptional job.

  • @scarlettmcneill8239
    @scarlettmcneill8239 2 роки тому +37

    This dude works so freaking hard!
    I just found his YT channel about a week ago and have been watching them sense!
    He is an amazing cleaner!
    And his videos are probably 17 hours and the video he posted is like20-30 minutes!
    So he is amazing and he deserves so much love and support!❤

  • @themischievousgentleman5521
    @themischievousgentleman5521 2 роки тому +1502

    I always find the customer reactions underwhelming. I would be swearing like a sailor in utter disbelief it that were my car! Well done!

    • @carlosq1177
      @carlosq1177 2 роки тому +101

      I was thinking the exact same thing. Very underwhelming. I would be out of control if my car/truck turned out this amazing.

    • @newbengraham4775
      @newbengraham4775 2 роки тому +17

      my thought exactly

    • @ozwolfmate9543
      @ozwolfmate9543 2 роки тому +108

      you didnt see the bill man

    • @AliYassinToma
      @AliYassinToma 2 роки тому +12

      nah id expect this maybe a little worse so my reaction would be the same

    • @jamesblack9459
      @jamesblack9459 2 роки тому +21

      The Bill plus all the snow around, makes you underwhelmed.

  • @markshafer9452
    @markshafer9452 2 роки тому +100

    I was shocked on how clean you got the carpets! There is no way you could have gotten them any cleaner! Unless you use gas and a match! But seriously what an outstanding job! They really look good!

    • @denisneurohr6598
      @denisneurohr6598 2 роки тому +3

      The owner could bleach and re-dye them, but that would take way too much effort, I think. I'd rather look for good looking replacements and swap them

  • @KingofSwing1
    @KingofSwing1 2 роки тому +394

    My dad is a professional detailer and I understand how much work it takes to detail a normal car. I can't imagine how exhausting this must have been.

    • @riseup8405
      @riseup8405 2 роки тому +16

      And that too he is doing while setting up the camera at different angles... It makes work even more exhausting

    • @timothydodson8396
      @timothydodson8396 2 роки тому +1

      In my experience, disasters are actually easier. Easy to miss a couple things when everything in the vehicle is fairly clean.

    • @demetrioschannel9159
      @demetrioschannel9159 Рік тому

      Shut up

    • @FerozKhan999.
      @FerozKhan999. Рік тому

      What does he do now just curious, I’m also becoming a professional detailer atm

    • @Notfiveo0
      @Notfiveo0 Рік тому

      He should try some concentrated hydrogen peroxide in his cleaner.

  • @snurfbee58
    @snurfbee58 2 роки тому +37

    Awesome video, as always. I don't wash or detail cars but your videos are like ASMR to me. They are just so satisfying and relaxing to watch.

  • @blazbohinc4964
    @blazbohinc4964 2 роки тому +278

    This man could clean the carbon out of carbon steel. Top job Mitch!

    • @shahdmaki761
      @shahdmaki761 2 роки тому +3

      THIS IS IT. THIS IS THE COMMENT.

    • @erikhaik9439
      @erikhaik9439 2 роки тому +6

      This man could clean up my life

    • @DattBoiiLitt
      @DattBoiiLitt 2 роки тому +2

      He should make a video about it too!

  • @Jewelio15
    @Jewelio15 2 роки тому +36

    Hi Mitch amazing work as always!
    I just wanted to Thank You!
    We bought a used 2017 Chevy equinox from a local dealer. They lied to us and told us it wasn't smoked in. They covered up the smell with dealership air freshener. A few weeks after we brought it home we noticed the smoke smell settling in. The dealership refused to do anything and said it was our problem now. BC got hit with that heat dome last summer and the nicotine was leaking out of the headliner, the steering wheel was sticky. We felt horrible driving our family around in this smokers box.
    Watching your videos we were able to learn just how to tackle every inch of our vehicle. We rented an ozone machine, and used my husband's work steamer to clean the headliner, and as much of the interior as we could. After a second change of the air filter and wiping all the tar out of the sun roof track we can finally say over a year later and about 8 hours of two people tackling the work, our vehicle feels like a safe ride for us, and our children. So 100% Thank you for sharing your skills, tips, and tricks. My heart is so much lighter knowing my kids aren't breathing in second hand smoke ♥️

    • @shannonp1656
      @shannonp1656 2 роки тому +10

      Bad practice on the part of the dealership, but not surprising. Glad you got it taken care of. Stale old cigarette and cigar smell are awful.

    • @michaelm3381
      @michaelm3381 2 роки тому +2

      @@shannonp1656 I think my cigarettes smell just fine. Everyone has different opinions on how things smell.

    • @shannonp1656
      @shannonp1656 2 роки тому +7

      @@michaelm3381 The original poster does not like the smell, which is what I commented on. Fresh smoke and stale smoke are not the same. Smokers I know (mother, grandmother, MIL, co-workers) do not like the smell of cigarette or cigar smoke unless it is their own. If stale, not even their own.

    • @michaelm3381
      @michaelm3381 2 роки тому +3

      @@shannonp1656 life is good. I'm just sticking up for the smoker's in the world.

    • @dnmoscato92
      @dnmoscato92 2 роки тому +1

      My car reeks of cigarettes and Marijuana right now lol

  • @teblogarrison6305
    @teblogarrison6305 2 роки тому +85

    I love the fact that you have a set order or process to the way you approach these vehicles. So satisfying to watch and we know nothing will be missed. 💙

    • @johannes960
      @johannes960 2 роки тому

      Well, he misses the underside of the carpet, because he leaves it in the car...

  • @zoranbl1990
    @zoranbl1990 2 роки тому +15

    Mitch is a magician. Love these videos. Didnt watch for some time but now I am back on Detail Geek again. Its co calming to watch a video or two or even three just to relax after work and enjoy before going to sleep. This one was one of the best. Love how this dude works

  • @charleymarie
    @charleymarie 2 роки тому +559

    Props to him, he literally gets every inch of the car and doesn’t leave any thing uncleaned. Also a 18 hour job geez 😳 I feel like this detail would cost more then the vehicle itself haha and rightfully so this was horrible!

    • @lowcostjewellery5293
      @lowcostjewellery5293 2 роки тому +5

      Except the engine bay

    • @Kemozabe
      @Kemozabe 2 роки тому +14

      @@lowcostjewellery5293 I think he does engine bay if they ask, but for an extras cost as well

    • @katydid5088
      @katydid5088 2 роки тому +5

      @@Kemozabe aAn engine bay that hasn't been touched but actually has not been driven, definitely won't be great, but it is not as grody as the inside of the vehicle considering they were too lazy to touch the bay to even check fluids.

    • @statikwilly
      @statikwilly 2 роки тому +2

      Except the headliner and under the door handles

    • @Superman-xr1oh
      @Superman-xr1oh 2 роки тому +1

      @@statikwilly Maybe the headliner wasn't that dirty 🤷🏻‍♂️

  • @mklee176
    @mklee176 2 роки тому +93

    Man, this just breaks my heart. What was a fine luxury car back in the day was treated this way. I don’t have a fancy car but I treat it better than this. Good job dude! Wish you were closer so I can get my car detailed.

    • @i_am_gohan9232
      @i_am_gohan9232 2 роки тому +8

      Same, I try to treat my uses 2008 Toyota Camry as best as I can, periodic car washes, vacuuming, I only drive it(single man) so I’m good on not having to worry about crumb snatchers getting it dirty lol.

    • @justinjones2926
      @justinjones2926 2 роки тому +1

      @@i_am_gohan9232 ofc u watch anime haole

    • @i_am_gohan9232
      @i_am_gohan9232 2 роки тому

      @Wyolkens_ don’t mind him, just a loser online hating on my comment for no reason.

    • @stetsongray5355
      @stetsongray5355 2 роки тому +1

      You don't have to have a fancy car to not want to drive around in a trash bin

  • @marshprofessionaldetailing9794
    @marshprofessionaldetailing9794 2 роки тому +89

    You've really outdone yourself on this one Mitch. The Escalade was just terribly trashed and you brought it back to near perfection. I respect your dedication to the final outcome. I feel the same way when I'm detailing a vehicle, sometimes to my detriment haha 😂. Keep up the good work and fantastic content.

  • @aotziz
    @aotziz 2 роки тому +9

    This cleaning was amazing! This type of clean on a car should be on the news wow!

  • @Kuato_lives_kuato
    @Kuato_lives_kuato 2 роки тому +48

    If I owned this vehicle, there's no way I would have left that carpet in it. I wouldn't have bothered trying to clean it. I'm amazed you got it looking that good.

  • @celestehelton5452
    @celestehelton5452 2 роки тому +18

    These vids about abandoned and/or seriously neglected vehicles are my favorites. Their transformation is amazing!

  • @2TroubleDIYandReviews
    @2TroubleDIYandReviews 2 роки тому +62

    Outstanding job! I’ve detailed for a long time and used nearly every technique and chemical to remove stains, polish paint etc. I agree there is very little if anything that could be done to get it cleaner. There are many stain removers for carpet and upholstery, some that require understanding what caused the stain and some that do not. For those who don’t know but care, you can chase stains with enzymes and special cleaners all day without those results Mitch obtained in this video. After that thing was that clean, I longed to watch a thorough tune-up, dent removal, wheel change, sound system upgrade, and a few damaged parts replacement. Thanks for your exceptional videos, Mitch!

    • @cathyproctor3708
      @cathyproctor3708 2 роки тому

      I don't have children, I do have a Buick Encore, black interior, I keep it better than showroom clean, that is the way I like it and I have the equipment to keep it clean myself. I like watching Mitch and have learned a couple tricks

    • @cdgod6907
      @cdgod6907 2 роки тому

      Yeah and u gotta think about the fact that the car was sitting for 15 years. I’m surprised he even got it this clean

  • @matthewjensen9550
    @matthewjensen9550 2 роки тому +4

    So nice to see this truck get the love and attention it deserves, amazing transformation

  • @fracturedmind8124
    @fracturedmind8124 2 роки тому +22

    So glad to see this Caddy rescued! This is the most handsome Escalade in my opinion. So glad to see it getting the love it needs!

  • @HelennaPierce
    @HelennaPierce 2 роки тому +213

    It always saddens me when I see beautiful cars get treated like giant trash bins. Awesome job cleaning it up!

    • @jmd1743
      @jmd1743 2 роки тому +10

      Probably what happened is that the SUV was going to be seized and the owner decided to ruin it out of spite. You see this with housing where renters dig in their heels. So when they do get kicked out they've caused 10s of thousands of dollars by the time the police come to give them the boot.

    • @youtubevanced1508
      @youtubevanced1508 2 роки тому

      @@jmd1743 brah the car is absolutely fine. Looks like a normal day of offroading. This is a bait vid that's bs. Cars don't look that good when abandoned for any reason. It legit needs no work done at all. This is bogus. You're either a kid, or you know nothing about anything.

    • @justin6296
      @justin6296 2 роки тому +1

      They're notorious for electrical issues

    • @joshua6200
      @joshua6200 2 роки тому +4

      @@justin6296 That has nothing to do with the issue at hand, but thanks for your 2 cent opinion...

    • @hawser_alking316
      @hawser_alking316 2 роки тому +1

      Hi

  • @daver681
    @daver681 Рік тому +4

    That is a unreal incredible job and I cannot imagine you being able to get it looking as good as you did, keep up the good work.

  • @ian.4e804
    @ian.4e804 2 роки тому +133

    When you’ve binge watched The Detail Geek videos for two weeks and offer to clean the dirtiest car in your family 😅 why does cleaning cars bring so much satisfaction?? Love the videos! Great transformation👍🏼

    • @richsweeney1115
      @richsweeney1115 2 роки тому +2

      I do detailing on the side ..it's satisfying because of the before and after of something you put effort into ...

    • @chaddufour7693
      @chaddufour7693 2 роки тому +1

      The before and after vids is the new top genre

    • @aaronthomas6155
      @aaronthomas6155 2 роки тому +6

      When you've been binge watching The Detail Geek videos.....then decide "I can clean that oil stain from my car seat myself!!".......and 3 weeks later you're still trying to clean that same damn stain.....and have a strong urge to drive to Canada and schedule an appointment to have your car detailed professionally....

    • @mdzulfikarali9859
      @mdzulfikarali9859 2 роки тому

      wow

    • @michelleberzon9223
      @michelleberzon9223 2 роки тому

      Gggggggggggggggggttfruu

  • @lynneargo5945
    @lynneargo5945 2 роки тому +35

    Mitch, you are truly the KING OF DETAILING. We need someone with your miracle touch here in Central Texas.
    I love watching you videos every week. I am always amazed at the outcome of each disaster you give new life to.

  • @lizc731
    @lizc731 2 роки тому +253

    P.S. customers really need to give Mitch the appreciation and reaction his work deserves. I would be flipping out if I brought my vehicle in looking like that and got it back from Mitch looking that amazing. SMH

    • @AVTWill
      @AVTWill 2 роки тому +27

      Lmao this isn’t pimp my ride. Although he did a incredible job. These people pay big bucks to get this car cleaned. Should be expected especially since he’s proven he’s a great detailer. Based on his website this suv was a 950 detail.

    • @absenthurdle5666
      @absenthurdle5666 2 роки тому +1

      ye my mom would clean our car before getting it cleaned

    • @Daaaaaaavid
      @Daaaaaaavid 2 роки тому

      What can you expect from somebody that left his car in that condition?

    • @Rsoto9185
      @Rsoto9185 2 роки тому +6

      @@AVTWill Imo 950 for this amount of work isn't a bad price at all. He easily added 5K to the value of that car just in the cleanup... no one's saying jump threw a flaming hoola hoop but a little bit more of a reaction would be nice to see.

    • @curious.maddie
      @curious.maddie 2 роки тому

      @@AVTWill was it bad that I expected it was worth more money…?

  • @richardbrunk3368
    @richardbrunk3368 2 роки тому

    There is something so satisfying about watching all that dirt fall away!! Kathy God Bless You for your hard work!!

  • @cyph69
    @cyph69 2 роки тому +309

    when you do a deep clean, you should always replace the airfilter, otherwise all the gunk and dust buildup on the filter will just blow into the car again

  • @lorddylanwolford3192
    @lorddylanwolford3192 2 роки тому +31

    I recently had my jeep detailed by my local detail guy he’s just starting out but he uses ur products and he done a fantastic job my black carpets were brown my dash had an inch of dust on it and the paint was horrible and ur products done absolutely amazing he made my car look brand new again

    • @Icehawks7
      @Icehawks7 2 роки тому

      clean your car more that’s fucking disgusting

  • @silvergrizzly316
    @silvergrizzly316 2 роки тому +710

    There's NOTHING that Mitch can't make look brand new again!!! 🤞😁

    • @leehilliard6551
      @leehilliard6551 2 роки тому +18

      He even helped Mike with some new hair!

    • @munenex
      @munenex 2 роки тому +5

      @@leehilliard6551 I was about to comment the same

    • @mazda_rt24-p
      @mazda_rt24-p 2 роки тому +4

      @Mark Johns who? is no 1 a channel or what I wanna see

    • @RacoonWife_Battie
      @RacoonWife_Battie 2 роки тому +3

      @@mazda_rt24-p no 1 means no one.

    • @codenamethecleaner7519
      @codenamethecleaner7519 2 роки тому +6

      He can’t make a 05 Escalade floors new again lol

  • @RichieRouge206
    @RichieRouge206 2 роки тому +13

    What an amazing transformation of the Escalade! Those carpets were beyond vile 😫 great job dude

  • @brianpatten
    @brianpatten 2 роки тому +41

    Your voice sounds better than it did the last few videos, hope you're feeling better! And definitely take care of yourself, because if you need a break for your health your fans will happily wait.
    The transformations you pull off (and videos thereof) are a testament to your skills as a detailer and producer. Thanks for the hard work you put into each aspect of your job, because millions of people enjoy it!

  • @Botdog614
    @Botdog614 2 роки тому +1419

    I’m honestly shocked to see a luxury vehicle to get treated like this… 😬 I’m sure that the smell in that vehicle is absolutely disgusting! Have a great weekend and Easter everyone!

    • @Madden_Dunivan
      @Madden_Dunivan 2 роки тому +20

      Thanks! You too! :)

    • @IKhanNot
      @IKhanNot 2 роки тому +105

      It's an old gussied up Tahoe. Nothing luxurious about it. Perhaps with the newest generation sure but the Escalade has always been an overpriced Tahoe/Suburban.

    • @IKhanNot
      @IKhanNot 2 роки тому +55

      @ixx People are too hung up about name. One time some idiot crashed an old Infiniti G35 near my house and everyone was going about "oh it was probably daddy's money" when that car goes for less than $5k.

    • @GanG914
      @GanG914 2 роки тому

      @@23Piccolina 😂🤢

    • @FMChimera
      @FMChimera 2 роки тому +19

      Luxury cars are often the most abused. What we see at auction is stunning. Things will come thru at two or three years old (or less) looking far worse than this thing.

  • @OlsenG360
    @OlsenG360 2 роки тому +28

    As an auto mechanic, this level of nastiness is very common in cars that come in for repair. Many times the food attracts mice, who then chew on wiring harnesses under seats and cause problems with airbag/seatbelt warnings, heated and cooled seats not working, and inop. seat motors.

    • @ArmadilloGodzilla
      @ArmadilloGodzilla 2 роки тому +1

      Is this a normal thing in the US?

    • @OlsenG360
      @OlsenG360 2 роки тому +6

      @@ArmadilloGodzilla people buying "luxury" things and absolutely trashing them like this, yes absolutely. Doesn't make any sense to me.

    • @Sheridantank
      @Sheridantank 2 роки тому

      @@ArmadilloGodzilla
      Eating in cars? Is asking vague questions normal where you're from?

  • @caileypaech7602
    @caileypaech7602 2 роки тому +4

    This is an Incredible transformation, you just work so hard and you deserve all of this love and support you get!

  • @paulchristiano2462
    @paulchristiano2462 2 роки тому +28

    Amazing work as always! I'm sure even though it's hard, there a significant level of satisfaction in seeing the before and ever in all the footage. Love the videos with a customer interaction, makes me smile to hear the difference compared to the narration about 5 times more Canadian when interacting, love it haha!

    • @kellenmarcus146
      @kellenmarcus146 2 роки тому +1

      Making 10k plus per video lol I’m sure he enjoys it

  • @heathpinkard8138
    @heathpinkard8138 2 роки тому +7

    Would like to say I’m extremely impressed with a couple things. How thorough you are, how transparent you are, and also how simple and straight to the point your product line is. I’ve been using Chemical Guys, and it feels like 4-5 of their products do the exact same thing, which is extremely frustrating finding the best. Also thank you for linking exactly what you use! I’ll definitely be picking up that steamer!

  • @postonfam5535
    @postonfam5535 2 роки тому +8

    DG you are a true professional! That was by far an awesome transformation!!! You even managed to keep it under 20 hours. Every time I see these videos it gets me more and more interested in auto detailing. Keep it up and can’t wait to see you perform your magic in the new studio!!

  • @brendarose3941
    @brendarose3941 2 роки тому +3

    Your efforts are greatly appreciated by your fans. Sad that the owner trashed the car. Your a great retailer. You should be proud of yourself. Your videos are mesmerizing 😮.

  • @cjkime8093
    @cjkime8093 2 роки тому +20

    Wow! You're finally cleaning a beautiful Escalade! I've been waiting for a video of you cleaning a GM Full size SUV all year long!

  • @michaelsellner1710
    @michaelsellner1710 2 роки тому +43

    Amazing job. I would have probably ordered a carpet kit...
    Also, I love this generation of GM SUVs so much, and the fact that Cadillac kept the "oh JESUS!!" handle on the dash in addition to the roof mounted "oh Shit!" handle. This generation of GM trucks was just legendary

    • @sipafifth
      @sipafifth 2 роки тому +3

      I wonder if the carpet kit would’ve been cheaper vs the work & materials he put in.

    • @matthewjensen9550
      @matthewjensen9550 2 роки тому +2

      They’re fantastic trucks. It makes me sad to see people neglecting them like this one had been

    • @ebels3
      @ebels3 Рік тому

      @@matthewjensen9550 unfortunately that happens as cars age... Most people that buy this old of a vehicle tend to not have the knowledge or care to keep it nice and make it last.

  • @AGlimpseInside
    @AGlimpseInside 2 роки тому +46

    Question about the mega foam. Should you let the car dry a little bit before applying? Reason I ask, would that help keep the foam from sliding down too quickly

    • @justincredible9302
      @justincredible9302 2 роки тому

      Also curious about this. Personally when I detail I only ever soap up one side at a time (front, side, back, other side), so I know the soap doesn't start drying or running down too quickly.

  • @owen8382
    @owen8382 2 роки тому +4

    love the content keep it up. btw i love how you tell the cars history as your detailing it!

  • @SevenSummersAgo
    @SevenSummersAgo 2 роки тому +21

    Escalade Before meeting Mitch: Someone please put me out of my misery
    Escalade after meeting Mitch: I’m saved! Miracles do happen! 😂 Amazing work Mitch!!

  • @stephcarlofc
    @stephcarlofc 2 роки тому +77

    Mitch is truly the Michael Jordan of detailing!! He bought this vehicle back from the dead!! Nothing but admiration and respect for this man!!

    • @benfarrell5034
      @benfarrell5034 2 роки тому +2

      And did it while Mike regrew his hair.

    • @bryce8174
      @bryce8174 2 роки тому

      AMMO NYC is the Goat at detailing

  • @helo1bob1
    @helo1bob1 2 роки тому +11

    Back when I was a teenager. I had a part-time job detailing cars. Had an older coworker who use to detail cars. He taught me to use rit dye t and carpet shampoo to clean the interior. I used a color a little darker than the color of the interior.

  • @williemckay913
    @williemckay913 2 роки тому +2

    It's so satisfy to look how you make it clean again! Great work!

  • @malice6081
    @malice6081 2 роки тому +31

    I mean, the answer to the question is always yes, you've done amazing. It's UA-cam detailers like you shoe gave me the confidence to start cleaning my families cars

  • @teachher2fish491
    @teachher2fish491 2 роки тому +47

    I'm always amazed at how they get the seats out! I want to do it to mines and really get that pre-owned sucker a good deep cleaning!

    • @annastirmel8017
      @annastirmel8017 2 роки тому

      I usually just use a socket set for my seats. If you have an air/ pneumatic ratchet it would go a lot quicker!

    • @vanshmehan8634
      @vanshmehan8634 2 роки тому

      Not a big deal just 4 screws on each corner... watch crix fix

    • @ivanm267
      @ivanm267 2 роки тому

      4 screws around 2 front are 15in socket back ones r 11in socket

    • @timothydodson8396
      @timothydodson8396 2 роки тому

      Disconnect your battery first! Many problems could arise from disconnecting the electronics harness when removing the seats if you do not do this.
      Additionally, check to make sure the seats are not tethered to an anchor like in a Smart 451 or other makes and models. It's no problem but may require extra steps and additional tools or bits.
      Also, if you're going to the trouble of removing your seats I highly recommend removing the carpet as well. It takes only a few moments longer and allows you to pressure wash the carpets and clean with degreaser below them. This will keep your carpets looking much better much longer.

  • @carolinfrey
    @carolinfrey Місяць тому

    In the last few weeks, my husband has heard a lot about the "Detail Geek", especially that I find it strangely calming and also - how do I best express it? In a way, like a restoration. Wrecked cars are cleaned again, brought back into shape - exactly what we all want, not only for cars. Today we had to wait while cooking (vegetables in the oven) and then we watched this video together, on my tab on the kitchen table. My husband was immediately hooked and didn't want to miss a second - including tears during the guitar solo. But I was scolded emphatically because the screen of the tab was not super clean. Of course, he noticed this immediately with a streak-free black Cadillac. 😉 Very kind regards from Germany, Frankfurt, Caro

  • @sumangorkhali5748
    @sumangorkhali5748 2 роки тому +103

    A jumpsuit and a mask would definitely have been a mandatory precaution while cleaning such a devastating car interior

    • @mesalouis8976
      @mesalouis8976 2 роки тому +1

      He did wear a mask towards the end.

    • @lilpotatochip2485
      @lilpotatochip2485 2 роки тому +7

      Nahh you need a hazmat suit

    • @jaimedonley8421
      @jaimedonley8421 2 роки тому +6

      A friggin used tampon in the center console??? There are just no words for how disgusting that is. 🤮🤮🤮🤮

    • @melissascloset9041
      @melissascloset9041 2 роки тому +1

      @@jaimedonley8421 I was coming here to say that. I mean - I don't care how bad thing got, I never changed it in the freakin car! That's so gross!

    • @jaimedonley8421
      @jaimedonley8421 2 роки тому

      @@melissascloset9041 Agree 100%!!!! That’s absolutely disgusting!! The way this vehicle was treated was just atrocious.

  • @paulsullivan6392
    @paulsullivan6392 2 роки тому +12

    Simply an amazing transformation. There is no other way to describe it. The details of how that vehicle ended up that way including being abandoned would be fascinating. Well done sir...well done.

  • @ladmal1432
    @ladmal1432 2 роки тому +14

    Wow!!!! Nice work bro! I wonder how long this process actually takes I detailed a van today that took at least 8 hours smh I had none of the tools you had I’m sure your process was quite lengthy but definitely satisfying keep up the great work man!!

  • @MattyG1970
    @MattyG1970 2 роки тому +28

    Someone actually had the balls to bring this car to you?? Bravo mate stunning results!!

    • @ethantan9434
      @ethantan9434 2 роки тому +10

      Dude the mess inside doesn’t belong to the owner that brought it in!

    • @szeponzi
      @szeponzi Рік тому +3

      the new ower bough the car in this state from an auction.

  • @andrewg4863
    @andrewg4863 2 роки тому +4

    This is the reason why I started detailing. Quality, time, effort put into each detailing job. Wish I started this gig earlier in my life before it got big.

  • @branithforbes2675
    @branithforbes2675 2 роки тому +12

    Hey Mitch, love the videos man. But just a heads up next time, as someone that has worked at Gold Mines for the last 4 years, I suggest oxidation of the paint from the different chemicals that are on the roads at the mines. But it looks great like everything else man. Keep it up

  • @nicoleamy1126
    @nicoleamy1126 2 роки тому +463

    That was definitely a purse tampon. We keep them in our purse just in case, and then after a while they come out of their wrapper, and they get pushed out of the applicator. I really doubt it was actually a *used* tampon. Because us women don't typically just pull them out while we are in our cars lol.😂😂😂

    • @727100bear
      @727100bear 2 роки тому +12

      that’s just disgusting!

    • @nonameforprivacyreasons5158
      @nonameforprivacyreasons5158 2 роки тому +102

      @@727100bear how is that disgusting if its unused?

    • @OhNoNotFrank
      @OhNoNotFrank 2 роки тому +28

      I used to work at hotels as a student... I *really* wish I could share your doubt 😳 I found one under a table cloth in the restaurant once, and, well let's just say I'm careful if there's a buffèt.

    • @misplacedcajun2325
      @misplacedcajun2325 2 роки тому +17

      @@nonameforprivacyreasons5158 I think he meant that "pulling it out" while driving would be disgusting. Unused is no problem at all - but the nastiness of that vehicle was ultra - disgusting.

    • @nonameforprivacyreasons5158
      @nonameforprivacyreasons5158 2 роки тому +44

      @@misplacedcajun2325 yes, pulling out a tampon while driving would be both unsafe and unsanitary. However, the tampon shown in the video was unused and it seemed that the only thing it had been pulled out of was the inserter thing-y. that being said, youre right abt that car being gross 😭how would someone even let it get that bad🥲

  • @sylviaway9161
    @sylviaway9161 2 роки тому

    It is so satisfying to watch people detail clean cars, a pat on the back to those who take the time to detail clean for them.

  • @speedracerjeff
    @speedracerjeff 2 роки тому +23

    I love my 2005 Escalade. The second generation Escalades from 02-06 were built to last. So many of them with 300-400k miles on the original 6.0L engine still running strong today.

    • @bryanphillips6666
      @bryanphillips6666 2 роки тому +7

      @Jenny Lee who cares? I drive a full size car and I'd pay double for gas. I'll drive what I want and where I want and I don't give a tinkers damn what people like you think!
      UPDATE; I AM NOW paying double for gas in my Crown Victoria Police Interceptor P7B and I am still driving it!

    • @robjones3818
      @robjones3818 2 роки тому

      @@bryanphillips6666 Who the fuck even asked you? I drive a car that makes 430HP and guzzles 93 octane gas, which is well over $5 a gallon here right now, like it's going out of style. Like you, I happily pay it, because it's the price for driving something I enjoy. But I'm not going to go picking a fight with some rando on the internet who was asking a perfectly legitimate question -- gas mileage is a legitimate concern for most car owners. Do you *enjoy* making yourself look like an jackass, or are you just having a bad day?

  • @genelleduran9069
    @genelleduran9069 2 роки тому +5

    I have been watching your videos for a couple of years and in every single video your work is excellent no matter how old or junkie the vehicle is comes out looking brand new! I was watching this video and had to comment about the hidden dangers that can cause cancer in or around mines and I was glad to see you wore your protective face mask during the renovation, I wish you were in the United States I would have had some work for you, but Canada is just too far away from Colorado! I will be looking forward to your next video Sir!

  • @tericrazychick
    @tericrazychick 2 роки тому +12

    I can’t wait to see the transformation. You always do fantastic work and have a way of making a vehicle look new.

  • @charlesmarmor6822
    @charlesmarmor6822 2 роки тому

    I've been watching these videos for a week now and I am amazed at how he gets these vehicles looking brand new again. I have learned some techniques for when I detail my own vehicles, although I do feel like sending him my daughter's vehicle from Texas! Well done, dude, you are a one man show! I maybe buying some products from him in the future!

  • @garyf2871
    @garyf2871 2 роки тому +51

    Mitch, I read somewhere a few years back it was recommended that seatbelts should be cleaned only with water due to chemicals in detergents that can gradually weaken/degrade the strength of the material. Could you imagine what the belts would look like with only a water rinse? I thought it was a hogwash article even though it came from some respectable automotive source of which I don't recall. But now a days with advances in detailing products, it's not like people are using bleach and ammonia to wash their interior materials. Just an interesting thought that hit my mind when I saw the seatbelt wash down. Great job as always!

    • @mrclassic2284
      @mrclassic2284 2 роки тому +8

      Seatbelt strength degrades with time as well. Newer materials help but i have read seatbelts loose about half their strength in 5 years.

  • @joelbuchanan471
    @joelbuchanan471 2 роки тому +146

    This is one giant SUV. I have seen them on the highway and they take up a lot of room. The way it looks inside is very rough, but we all know by the end of the video, it will look brand new. I enjoy these premiers a lot since you provide insight into so much of your process. Reminder is ON. I am stoked!!

    • @M6Cabriolet
      @M6Cabriolet 2 роки тому +12

      They aren’t that big.

    • @mazda_rt24-p
      @mazda_rt24-p 2 роки тому +7

      suvs are my least favorite things to clean, there's always more nooks and crannies and by God there's so much plastic to get dirty

    • @rtcturnemup7028
      @rtcturnemup7028 2 роки тому +3

      The Escalade has gotten bigger each generation after this but this one is definitely one of a kind

    • @EncrypticMethods
      @EncrypticMethods 2 роки тому +8

      @@M6Cabriolet It's pretty spacious. The base model 2nd gen Escalade was 16.5 feet long(extended model was 18.5) 6.3 feet high.
      There's a good reason the escalade is the go to transportation for professional athletes.

    • @matthewbohn765
      @matthewbohn765 2 роки тому +1

      @@EncrypticMethods for professional athletes? Its the go to for soccer moms here. lol.

  • @lisadearing5960
    @lisadearing5960 2 роки тому +7

    After all of the hard work Mitch put into this car, I’d be rolling up with some Weather Tech floor liners! What an amazing transformation!

  • @Backnine907
    @Backnine907 2 роки тому +239

    The question everyone wants to ask is "How do you keep your sneakers so clean while detailing these cars?"

    • @brettstokes4038
      @brettstokes4038 2 роки тому +8

      I wonder if he steam cleans them. I would if I had the ability to.

    • @zahidhasan1431
      @zahidhasan1431 2 роки тому

      wow

    • @kylehufton9200
      @kylehufton9200 2 роки тому +10

      I think on his second channel one of the videos he jet washed his shoes with them on at the end so maybe that’s why they’re so clean

    • @themischievousgentleman5521
      @themischievousgentleman5521 2 роки тому +10

      He charges for a new pair of shoes with every wash. 😁

    • @tomperkins5657
      @tomperkins5657 2 роки тому

      Couple weeks back, I actually had that question in mind!!

  • @JonathanGonzalezBarrios
    @JonathanGonzalezBarrios Рік тому +1

    not gonna lie man ive seen your videos when i was younger and i thought they were boring but now i watch them to fall asleep i love how you clean the cars for your entertainment and for others keep up the good work! (edit also you earned a new subscriber i love your work its amazing)

  • @Jennifer_MB
    @Jennifer_MB 2 роки тому +50

    This cinematic masterpiece with amazing camera angles has it all! Random trash, feminine products, buckets of forbidden chocolate milk, oozing black steamer juice, thick luxurious spray foam, owner reaction and SEATBELT CLEANING!

    • @mazda_rt24-p
      @mazda_rt24-p 2 роки тому +2

      who said it was forbidden

    • @Jennifer_MB
      @Jennifer_MB 2 роки тому +2

      @@mazda_rt24-p Haha good point! You do you, I'm not judging.

    • @mkg1242
      @mkg1242 2 роки тому +1

      Stefon -- SNL!

  • @Robarino
    @Robarino 2 роки тому +14

    I absolutely love watching your videos. They are so satisfying. You do an amazing job cleaning these vehicles. Keep up the good work

  • @AlyssiaCedeno
    @AlyssiaCedeno 2 роки тому +8

    We love your hard work Mitch. You really saved this Escalade.

  • @SomeRandomFeline
    @SomeRandomFeline 2 місяці тому +1

    1:14 anyone else notice the used tampon in the tray? that's absolutely nasty
    edit: i know he does mention the tampon later in the video but i INSTANTLY noticed it

  • @edc8737
    @edc8737 2 роки тому +14

    Dude you did an outstanding job with this truck.....as a colleague I can tell that you put in work 👏 .....amazing transformation.

  • @paulastrong7571
    @paulastrong7571 2 роки тому +264

    These cars must smell so bad! I can't believe how blaise these owners were about the results! What he did was amazing!

    • @MP-lb1bv
      @MP-lb1bv 2 роки тому +10

      How can anyone drive a car like this filthy inside

    • @theplum5047
      @theplum5047 2 роки тому +3

      it wasnt this dirty they were abandoned and then people took them and sold them

    • @markmillion1412
      @markmillion1412 2 роки тому +2

      I fully agree!, and I wonder if they ever did proper maintenance on the vehicle.

    • @t-yoonit
      @t-yoonit Рік тому

      Probably not buying the car from auction to use for themselves. Good chance it's a flipper. Buy it at auction retarded cheap, slap a few small but and bobs at it to get it running decent, change the fluids, give it a good clean and sell for thousands more than you paid with a few hundred invested. Some floor mats to cover the stains you can't get out and send her down the road with a new owner as-is.

    • @MrFuly7
      @MrFuly7 4 місяці тому

      You know it's an abandoned car right ?

  • @tarrellwilks6998
    @tarrellwilks6998 2 роки тому +5

    I saw you using the steam cleaner and immediately bought it for my detail business . It works great. I use all your strategies. It has brought my business a long way

    • @timothydodson8396
      @timothydodson8396 2 роки тому

      Watch other channels. Try their products and strategies. You may find you like a tire cleaner from one guy and a carpet cleaner from another, a degreaser from a third. You may find one guy is really good with exterior tips and another is good at explaining how to clean the electronics. Bruce Lee didn't become a great martial artist by following a single discipline.

    • @tarrellwilks6998
      @tarrellwilks6998 2 роки тому

      @@timothydodson8396 I was trained by different people in real life so I know. Before watching him I had already been mentored and shown things from 3 or 4 different people offline.

  • @breannabeck8506
    @breannabeck8506 2 роки тому +2

    this was amazing. idt anyone expected perfect with that car, though you got pretty damn close so good job man!

  • @lindadefoe6114
    @lindadefoe6114 2 роки тому +15

    Beautiful work Mitch! So sad when quality is ruined but wonderful when its restored

  • @sherryle5423
    @sherryle5423 2 роки тому +5

    Unbelievably awesome transformation Mitch!! Great job & well done!! I guessed 14-16hrs to do this one , so close...

  • @quincydmares8782
    @quincydmares8782 2 роки тому +15

    I wonder if recording the detail helps motivate him to do a good job and get it done quicker. Amazing job!

  • @jvallor
    @jvallor 2 роки тому

    Thanks!

  • @pieceofschmidtgamer
    @pieceofschmidtgamer 2 роки тому +34

    Honestly, you did so well that if one didn't know the absolute state it was in before you'd probably wouldn't even know about it.

  • @spencero9228
    @spencero9228 2 роки тому +22

    Just brought all his made chemicals last week. They came in and got to use them for my detail company. The products wow I am super impressed with the quality it push out. Well worth the money spent. Customers see a huge difference from other chemicals I use before. Now Detail Geek products are a little more cost than the chemicals i buy from others but I am definitely making a switch!

    • @spencero9228
      @spencero9228 2 роки тому

      @@oscarwilde5473 not at all, I could show proof of paying full price and/Or even show videos of his chemicals being use on cars I detail. I did stats his products are much more costly and honestly I wouldn’t continue to buy more if the quality wasn’t great. Plus my “about” was written when I was making videos and stuff for my page. However, I don’t and it wasn’t worth my time anymore. Now you can either buy some yourself and see for yourself or you can just see for yourself just by watching his video.

    • @spencero9228
      @spencero9228 2 роки тому +1

      @@oscarwilde5473 I would be promoting my products and merch a lot too. It’s something to be proud of. Products are not easy to make especially safe, and effective. Look you can hate the man and his “promotion.” At the end of the day though, it’s not for every one and not everyone will agree. The man is starting out and maybe the prices will change too. However, for now you’ll just have to suck it up and take it in with a grain of salt. I will say I am always trying new products and always finding what’s better. Chemicals Guy products was up on the top (some of stuff is still the best) but Detail geek products is pushing out quality and he’s not lying about how his stuff works. So I give him perks for keeping it real and not trying to oversell his stuff.

  • @jovanramos9486
    @jovanramos9486 2 роки тому +20

    That's a big job bet you killed it. Keep it love your work. The passion you have for detailing is incredible 👏.

  • @queenmomo4808
    @queenmomo4808 2 роки тому +2

    Btw amazing job !! ❤️👌
    I always call a new cabin filter where i work because these end up being black by dust and dirtiness (cigarette too) and like that it just prevents bad smell and redistributing “used” air around the car. People often come to the garage saying; “ So i bought this car and it has a real bad smell in it, would a shampoo take the smell off?” And often happens that it never had been changed from owner to owner because people mostly don’t know it exists and they had a ozone machine service in it too. But if you leave the cabin filter it’s worth nothing.🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @mariakamoutsas4777
    @mariakamoutsas4777 2 роки тому +9

    I'm mesmorized watching you clean these vehicles, it's soothing for me. I havea question however....what is the cost for this type of detail? I would love to have my 2006 Toyota corolla detailed. Mine is nothing like this but I would still would love to have a good deep cleaning.
    Thanks!

  • @Pendaws
    @Pendaws 2 роки тому +41

    Love watching your clean ups regardless of the brand of vehicle :)

    • @shannonp1656
      @shannonp1656 2 роки тому

      I wish I could double like your comment because I saw a copy/paste of it after yours was posted. I also agree with what you said, all of these are fun to see.

  • @daltonmarcum8381
    @daltonmarcum8381 2 роки тому +8

    Mitch, you’re insane. This is crazy. Good work!

  • @Mark-we4bq
    @Mark-we4bq 2 роки тому

    Looking good and not too bad? That looks flickin beautiful. Fantastic job. There are many videos to clean car, but all are partly. But this video contains all the information in one short video.

  • @kiaya007
    @kiaya007 2 роки тому +17

    I like how easy it appears to apply the tire dressing. Most dressings last around 10 to 12 days before its time to apply again. How long does your tire dressing last if you dont mind me asking?

  • @boostshine
    @boostshine 2 роки тому +4

    Love you videos! As a detailer it looks more satisfying and I know that some areas doesnt go away even if you put all products on it. It always get better than before. I feel you buddy.
    Greetings from Sweden
    / Boost Shine

  • @jmomoney1
    @jmomoney1 2 роки тому +96

    Imagine panning all the dirt from the exterior and the carpets and came up on some gold dust... Crazy!

    • @IrishSpyHD60
      @IrishSpyHD60 2 роки тому +7

      It's possible, you can mine platinum off the surface of the the highway from cars catalytic converter.

    • @Beanz-Roblox-Obbiest
      @Beanz-Roblox-Obbiest 2 роки тому +2

      @@IrishSpyHD60 that's very cool! I actually didn't know that...

    • @IrishSpyHD60
      @IrishSpyHD60 2 роки тому

      @@Beanz-Roblox-Obbiest yeah Cody's Lab did a great video on it years ago. You should check it out 😁

  • @hamzachaudhry1209
    @hamzachaudhry1209 2 роки тому +1

    tbis is increbidly a good transformation i have never seen this good transformation ever!!!!

  • @AquaTeen
    @AquaTeen 2 роки тому +9

    This Escalade was meant to role in style, and you delivered as always!

  • @FeenixGames
    @FeenixGames 2 роки тому +30

    I’ve seen details where it looks like the person just threw muddy water everywhere and cleaned it- they look staged. But everything you do is an actual car that was actually used and I love it!

    • @Genesis23OPB
      @Genesis23OPB 2 роки тому

      you sure? this allmost has to be faked, i cant believe that a human being would be disgusting enough to drive around in a garbagecan on wheels.

    • @BurkeTube
      @BurkeTube 2 роки тому +1

      Definitely not staged I've ridden in cars way worse

    • @joel0772
      @joel0772 2 роки тому

      @@Genesis23OPB I work as a valet and trust me when I say this Cadillac is cleaner than some vehicles I have driven

    • @Genesis23OPB
      @Genesis23OPB 2 роки тому

      @@joel0772 now thats just insane

  • @UniversalGhost136
    @UniversalGhost136 2 роки тому +31

    Out of curiosity, how much does this level of detail cleaning cost? Would it have been cheaper for the customer to just get new carpet installed?
    That aside, this was highly satisfying to watch and you did an amazing job!

    • @araa967
      @araa967 2 роки тому +3

      im guessing this is like a thousand dollar job

    • @ulyssesperez7431
      @ulyssesperez7431 2 роки тому

      Yeah I'm thinking 1k he spent 18 hours on it.

  • @219Riskyy
    @219Riskyy 2 роки тому

    not only did a brilliant job but the instrumental when showing the after look is lit lmao i cant watch without dancing ill like the name of that lol keep up the great videos and vibes man absolutely loved this video