My 240sx 1 Year Transformation

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  • @wardtf2
    @wardtf2 5 років тому +7214

    Removing the pop up headlights should be considered murder

    • @giorgiocaron9121
      @giorgiocaron9121 5 років тому +1082

      But the silvia s13 front is a work of art

    • @revstreak
      @revstreak 5 років тому +52

      True

    • @not_th_barz_xan8457
      @not_th_barz_xan8457 5 років тому +27

      Right!

    • @Shinkaaaa
      @Shinkaaaa 5 років тому +359

      I'm genrally against removing pop up headlights. But this is acceptable I gues...

    • @ShabbernigdoXingjian
      @ShabbernigdoXingjian 5 років тому +55

      @@giorgiocaron9121 nah. shark nose ftw all day

  • @ericku4290
    @ericku4290 4 роки тому +119

    never been so happy and mad for someone

    • @efemboygg
      @efemboygg 3 роки тому +11

      Was it the pop up headlights removal??

  • @christianngo4736
    @christianngo4736 5 років тому +1304

    Thanks for letting me be apart of this video dawg!

    • @jamesbarten2543
      @jamesbarten2543 5 років тому +53

      You seen the rest of the comments dog? You're in all the top ones! We miss you in the crew man but we understand. That's why we duel sub😘

    • @christianngo4736
      @christianngo4736 5 років тому +45

      @@jamesbarten2543 I see it bro, thank you ❤️

    • @VuLes13
      @VuLes13  5 років тому +59

      I'm super late on replying but of course! You were the one helping me out with my build.

    • @AndreClaps
      @AndreClaps 5 років тому +1

      Two favorite UA-cam channels 🧡

    • @kobejohnson3749
      @kobejohnson3749 4 роки тому +2

      I love how this man spray painted all of his body panels 🤦‍♂️. Good job tho brother

  • @christiandamore4284
    @christiandamore4284 4 роки тому +1825

    How can a car enthusiast look at a beauty like that a think “Wow...I’m gonna rip out those pop out headlights”

    • @1jzhatch113
      @1jzhatch113 4 роки тому +123

      because they’re fucking ugly on the silvia

    • @1jzhatch113
      @1jzhatch113 4 роки тому +2

      Russell Coight how

    • @only_ramen
      @only_ramen 4 роки тому +116

      pop-ups look really weird on s13 coupes imo

    • @1jzhatch113
      @1jzhatch113 4 роки тому +10

      ramen_ exactly

    • @bravebooce2731
      @bravebooce2731 4 роки тому +61

      the pop ups on the s13s are dogshit. The silvia front end is so much cleaner, and imo how they should of came factory in america.

  • @joserxposer
    @joserxposer 5 років тому +666

    Humblest, most hard working illiminate member. Beast.

  • @noahhunt8575
    @noahhunt8575 3 роки тому +396

    I know people are saying things like "it's a sin to remove the pop up headlights," but honestly, in this situation, I love these stationary lights. They look so sleek. Nice job!

    • @pieanimation1402
      @pieanimation1402 3 роки тому +16

      I agree I don’t think the pop up headlights look to good on the 240 (in my opinion)

    • @TheMagics_
      @TheMagics_ 3 роки тому +1

      Same here man

    • @thejdmschoolaltacc2624
      @thejdmschoolaltacc2624 3 роки тому +4

      Tbh his silvia fitted the pop ups

    • @marshycomics
      @marshycomics 3 роки тому +3

      He can do what he wants and I think that’s why it’s such a great build

    • @St_cks
      @St_cks 3 роки тому

      It is tho the pop up headlights are just sexy I just completes it

  • @JAutoShow
    @JAutoShow 5 років тому +518

    Great jobs from Japan

    • @kf1o_
      @kf1o_ 3 роки тому +6

      Can I get a free sleeper pls😁😁😁

    • @dominicsaenz8463
      @dominicsaenz8463 3 роки тому +13

      @@kf1o_ 💀

    • @kf1o_
      @kf1o_ 3 роки тому +2

      @@dominicsaenz8463 lol😂😂😂

    • @TOXlCMANE
      @TOXlCMANE 3 роки тому

      @@kf1o_ 💀💀

  • @Hyakke11
    @Hyakke11 4 роки тому +310

    When he got rid of the pop ups I cried

  • @MrTato408
    @MrTato408 5 років тому +44

    This video is dope af to watch! Can’t wait to see how the new wheels are going to look 🤙🏽
    Thanks for allowing us to follow you on your journey

  • @michaelwithab5601
    @michaelwithab5601 4 роки тому +64

    even tho i cant own a project car yet it makes me happy to see other people working on theirs and making this kind of progress. great job!

  • @CrystRushh
    @CrystRushh 5 років тому +729

    damn back when christian was still in the vlogs 🥺

    • @SeekoGT
      @SeekoGT 5 років тому +7

      What happened?

    • @encryptedaqua
      @encryptedaqua 5 років тому

      SeekoGT ua-cam.com/video/ekoVJ6b-Gik/v-deo.html

    • @ivanfoo8720
      @ivanfoo8720 4 роки тому +1

      @@SeekoGT your mom happened

    • @flube5106
      @flube5106 4 роки тому

      @@ivanfoo8720 trolled

  • @franklinmacea5092
    @franklinmacea5092 3 роки тому +66

    "did you bring your real steering wheel just in case?" "no"

  • @jxsonn67
    @jxsonn67 5 років тому +402

    When you get rid of the pop up head lights it literally hurt my heart 😭

    • @Xarosy
      @Xarosy 4 роки тому +10

      jason ma pop ups look fucking ugly on it

    • @ikki7817
      @ikki7817 4 роки тому +8

      @@Xarosy whatchu mean bro the pop ups look clean af , i love both looks the sylvia s13 front and the s13 popups but the more classic retro look of the pop ups makes heart happy

    • @weeesy-7054
      @weeesy-7054 4 роки тому +4

      Right? now his car is “just a car” nothing special.

    • @jameskelly2154
      @jameskelly2154 4 роки тому +3

      Pop ups look better on a 180sx with the different back end

    • @sleepingturtle32
      @sleepingturtle32 3 роки тому +2

      @@jameskelly2154 and the 240sx

  • @foncess
    @foncess 3 роки тому +65

    Taking off those popups was a sin; however, I think we can absolve you of that one because it's looking sick without them.

  • @mopar-srt1946
    @mopar-srt1946 5 років тому +12

    Vu is the only one who actually built his car from the ground up with the least possible help from anyone no lie! Unlike others who depend so much on others expertise👀👀.. Props my guy keep grindin! 🤘🏼🤘🏼

  • @samstoddard3863
    @samstoddard3863 4 роки тому +8

    This really inspires me to purchase a 240, one of my favorite cars. Its is literally a lego car and I would love customizing it

  • @champmoua7320
    @champmoua7320 5 років тому +16

    Been a big follower since day one keep up the good work vu

  • @WizardGota
    @WizardGota 3 роки тому +5

    16:37 to see how it drifts was truly amazing, insane work my dude.

  • @TOOQUICK30
    @TOOQUICK30 5 років тому +139

    “Don’t heat it up too much in one spot because....that’s what somebody said”😂😂😂 that part had me dying

    • @raemondss
      @raemondss 5 років тому +1

      Tawann30 u docta yet

    • @Gjzush
      @Gjzush 4 роки тому

      Damn ass bolts had me subscribing hahahaha

  • @davegorman9822
    @davegorman9822 2 роки тому +1

    Bro I can't tell you how much I loved this video, my first car was a 1991 240 se in Pearl White that I paid 2k for, this brought back a lot of memories. Love your car bro and the video, God Bless

  • @soulpowar
    @soulpowar 5 років тому +447

    When randy and christian were tight

    • @jxsonn67
      @jxsonn67 5 років тому

      Arai Yakomo key word “WERE”

    • @Noah-er9on
      @Noah-er9on 4 роки тому +33

      @@jxsonn67 that's what he said. the fuck

    • @dusiajhrqid
      @dusiajhrqid 4 роки тому +1

      @@Noah-er9on Your hella dumb

    • @dusiajhrqid
      @dusiajhrqid 4 роки тому

      @@Noah-er9on sorry i didn't mean you the guy above you

    • @thejdmschoolaltacc2624
      @thejdmschoolaltacc2624 3 роки тому

      @@jxsonn67 they still are..just not living together or in same state

  • @basictechspecs308
    @basictechspecs308 3 роки тому +1

    Had me in tears Vu. I felt so many emotions watching this video, nothing but love homie.

  • @iAmJayArt
    @iAmJayArt 5 років тому +6

    I think I'm more proud of Vu's transformation over everybody else. Seemed like he did way more and by himself! #Respect

  • @BrandoTheRando0
    @BrandoTheRando0 3 роки тому +1

    I saw a old s13 in my grandmas neighborhood and I am so mad at the owner that just left it there for 20 years. Good work keep it up

  • @sbmxnewky9497
    @sbmxnewky9497 5 років тому +428

    Who else miss Christian?

  • @bbkg1979
    @bbkg1979 2 роки тому

    Somehow your vid ended up in my algorithms. Fellow car enthusiast, but not with Nissan. I enjoyed watching your journey, I’m happy for you, and impressed that you got that all done in a year. Your car looks dope! Pound and a bear hug.

  • @Fonzwxlf
    @Fonzwxlf 5 років тому +8

    13:55 the 240 in it’s prime 🔥 with the white wheels 🔥🔥🔥

  • @ekimmedia3133
    @ekimmedia3133 5 років тому

    Damn bro.. Just realized how underrated this Channel is. I also think you have the most meaningful Car with the most memories that include everyone from the beginning. Keep it up brother!

  • @luismadera30
    @luismadera30 5 років тому +6

    Damn Vu you’ve easily turned into one of my favorite you tubers to watch keep up the good work! I’ve been watching since video one ☝🏽

  • @TreegrowOrKneeGrow
    @TreegrowOrKneeGrow 4 роки тому +1

    The Compilation Looked So Good I Forgot It Was 1 Year I Thought You Did It In Like A Week. Nice Job Keep It Up

  • @Cesar14mx
    @Cesar14mx 5 років тому +9

    Your 240 is one of my favorite out of all the 240 I seen. Keep up the good job 🙏🏽

  • @gateaccess818
    @gateaccess818 4 роки тому

    pop ups to bricks is hands down the sexiest mod youve made to her... such a nice restoration man! mad respect broskie! more vidz

  • @arllanignacio3189
    @arllanignacio3189 5 років тому +73

    Bruh I still cant belive my shitty welds held that bike handle lol

  • @himsame1ne572
    @himsame1ne572 4 роки тому +1

    1 mil!!... let's go!... been waiting for this... congrats Vu💪🏾

  • @KevinnPOV
    @KevinnPOV 5 років тому +17

    so satisfying watching all these mods, feels like im modding my own drift car haha

  • @Thebeardedapostle
    @Thebeardedapostle 4 роки тому

    Man...this video made me want to get to wrenchin on my ‘96 Accord again! Thanks for the inspiration. Your 240 is a work of art!

  • @jonvic6402
    @jonvic6402 5 років тому +372

    Man i just wish christian's still part of illiminate.

    • @Blobeyealexx05
      @Blobeyealexx05 5 років тому +1

      John Vincent nah

    • @ethanl524
      @ethanl524 5 років тому +7

      Why did he leave?

    • @himsame1ne572
      @himsame1ne572 5 років тому

      John Vincent fr😩

    • @Nick_Tank
      @Nick_Tank 5 років тому +22

      Ethan Linkinhoker no solid reason from any of them. But my guess is they’re focusing on being individuals. Christian has his own brand and he’s killin it making a name for himself without being in the illiminate vlogs and I respect it as should everyone else. There’s no beef in my eyes

    • @himsame1ne572
      @himsame1ne572 5 років тому +1

      Nick Tank why aren’t we seeing them talking doe... no link up since he moved out or nothing... Randy hasn’t mentioned his name once since, neither has he. He didn’t he have one clip with him in his throwback videos of the S14... look how many times you see Christian in this video... Vu’s a real one and u can tell there was some beef

  • @vcuteverything
    @vcuteverything 2 роки тому

    Randomly came across this video. The growth was really cool to see. Struggling with changing tired to a complete conversion. Awesome!

  • @Lulex831
    @Lulex831 5 років тому +14

    Seeing all these old clips it makes me miss seeing Christian hanging out with the whole gang.

  • @Shin-zf4gd
    @Shin-zf4gd 4 роки тому

    man that frontbumper is too beauty and retro. and the key is the front old silvia font LED lights, just everything is nice !

  • @frankorosco1603
    @frankorosco1603 5 років тому +65

    I think every look your car had was sick. From stock to the conversion. To all white. To mixing colors to be different. Bad Ass videos and hella cool to see Christian in them throwbacks

    • @gaeltissot8179
      @gaeltissot8179 3 роки тому

      But in the start it wasn’t stock😅 it was a s13 Silvia with the front of a 240sx

  • @jamesn111
    @jamesn111 3 роки тому +1

    THIS IS INSANE, DUDE!!!! You're killin' it!! Keep it up, man!

  • @timmyjran
    @timmyjran 5 років тому +102

    Back when vu “borrowed tools” from Tesla 😂

  • @donjuan4925
    @donjuan4925 4 роки тому

    Broooo.... the grind is real!!! Love the video! Love the car even more!

  • @rtzeexy374
    @rtzeexy374 5 років тому +47

    3:53 it´s like she thought he was chopping some coke lines up haha

  • @keithspencer2226
    @keithspencer2226 4 роки тому +2

    2:45 glad I'm not the only one that uses their feet. Lol
    Watching this makes me miss hanging out with friends and working on cars.

  • @Zedddyz
    @Zedddyz 5 років тому +119

    Randy miss Christian he just doesn’t want it public

    • @Spite456
      @Spite456 5 років тому +1

      Mr240z - yeah you can tell he do , notice how content is falling

    • @himsame1ne572
      @himsame1ne572 5 років тому

      Mr240z - ofc he does

  • @caibo.
    @caibo. 3 роки тому

    ive seen this vid like 40 times across the span of 2 years this is so good

  • @qyexio
    @qyexio 5 років тому +4

    2:27 “that’s how my car is gonna sound like” 😂😂😂

  • @mattkoprulu6120
    @mattkoprulu6120 4 роки тому

    this is the first video i watched from your channel and this deserves a sub and a like and a comment! i think im gonna cry

  • @joseluna7054
    @joseluna7054 5 років тому +33

    It’s sad because you can clearly see when Christian looks like he started feeling outta place...nonetheless we miss him in the videos 🥺

    • @muhammadariabima_xmipa8_259
      @muhammadariabima_xmipa8_259 5 років тому +1

      What happened to him bruh?

    • @encryptedaqua
      @encryptedaqua 5 років тому

      Hikaru KS 15 ua-cam.com/video/ekoVJ6b-Gik/v-deo.html

    • @onlydubby9599
      @onlydubby9599 3 роки тому +1

      @@muhammadariabima_xmipa8_259 Supposedly he slept with randy girl at the time. Randy didn't want no drama so he dropped him from the group.

  • @EdgarHernandez-iz7qy
    @EdgarHernandez-iz7qy 3 роки тому +1

    probably one of the cleanest 240s i’ve ever seen

  • @Bdart93
    @Bdart93 5 років тому +5

    Yeah Christian! We need a catch up vlog when randy and Christian collab for the old school content

  • @luckduck5031
    @luckduck5031 4 роки тому +1

    This video did so well! Congratulations Vu!

  • @TheOfficials.x
    @TheOfficials.x 5 років тому +29

    Pretty cool of you not to cut out the clips of Christian in them.

    • @Spite456
      @Spite456 5 років тому +1

      Julian Hernandez if you notice in Randy’s video he didn’t cut Christian out neither

    • @masonbernstein9987
      @masonbernstein9987 4 роки тому +5

      Julian Hernandez whos christian and why would he get cut out

    • @onlydubby9599
      @onlydubby9599 3 роки тому

      Supposedly he slept with Randy girl at the time. Randy didn't want no drama so he dropped him from the group.

  • @alanm4404
    @alanm4404 4 роки тому

    Dope video my boy. Keep up the good work. I love the way the car came out

  • @chrisurrutia4044
    @chrisurrutia4044 5 років тому +48

    Imagine christian in the illiminate warehouse that shit would of had lifts/welders/tire machines and everything the content would of been 1000% better for everyone. But vu great work bro you came a long way and put in alot of work 💪🏽💪🏽💪🏽

  • @djbigbizness
    @djbigbizness 4 роки тому

    A bro, 1st time viewer and subscriber, I fucks with the work u done on the 240/Silvia. Looks awesome...

  • @moby4003
    @moby4003 5 років тому +63

    5:51 i kinda miss christian tho...

    • @mikeock8546
      @mikeock8546 4 роки тому +1

      Khurt 07 what happened to him?

    • @nickromano6580
      @nickromano6580 4 роки тому +1

      Mike Ock chose family over friends

    • @khoco88
      @khoco88 3 роки тому

      @@nickromano6580 f

  • @Falsefi
    @Falsefi 3 роки тому

    This build is FIRE! All the people saying they cried or whatever when you removed the pop up head lights but i think it looks better. again nice build man!

    • @KompadoodleLEL
      @KompadoodleLEL Рік тому

      i agree, i love pops but it looks sooo good with the new headlights

  • @mahqueen253
    @mahqueen253 4 роки тому +3

    2:03 *Insert James' Pop Up Up and Down Headlights song*

  • @calvincorcoran4084
    @calvincorcoran4084 3 роки тому

    watching this video for the sixth time now. such a good vibe

  • @taran_j6707
    @taran_j6707 5 років тому +8

    8:14 sonny looking like an african fruit salesman😂😂

  • @donaldmorris1165
    @donaldmorris1165 3 роки тому

    The brotherhood of these friends🐐🐐

  • @JustJack7860
    @JustJack7860 4 роки тому +49

    imagine buying a beauty like this and ripping out the headlights. Such a waste of stock :(

  • @mr.h.8363
    @mr.h.8363 4 роки тому

    I like to see when someone just do it! You are doing it yourself primarily! RESPECT!

  • @johnnerdah2249
    @johnnerdah2249 5 років тому +23

    Who else wanna see vu and Christian collaboration?

    • @encryptedaqua
      @encryptedaqua 5 років тому

      ua-cam.com/video/ekoVJ6b-Gik/v-deo.html 😔

    • @johnnerdah2249
      @johnnerdah2249 5 років тому

      @@encryptedaqua christian mention that "all homies can welcome in shop
      and collaborate in future"

  • @MrBigridge
    @MrBigridge 3 роки тому +1

    there aren't enough videos like this on youtube

  • @titointherallye1758
    @titointherallye1758 5 років тому +6

    Good old times with Christan 😔

  • @NorGlace
    @NorGlace 4 роки тому +1

    not gonna lie this is legit insane work , I understand why you removed the popups for this " sedan " Look it does not fit, the other lights are much more suiting , the popup only works on the coupe version ; so well done sir your a true inspiration keep it up! just found this vid btw loved your work

  • @ilastsawmyself3640
    @ilastsawmyself3640 5 років тому +15

    Bruh i miss Christian...

  • @padrescout
    @padrescout 2 роки тому

    Nice work on your car. Looks like you have a good group of friends there as well. That's awesome, thanks for sharing.

  • @danielockas2586
    @danielockas2586 4 роки тому +32

    11:05 WHY'D U EVER REMOVE THOSE, THOSE R THE SEXIEST THING IN THE WORLD

  • @dantea.b8003
    @dantea.b8003 4 роки тому

    This is 1 of the most good looking cars I have seen fr

  • @mithilshingjhugroo839
    @mithilshingjhugroo839 5 років тому +5

    It looks pretty good but why did you removed the pop up headlights

  • @veikkohautsalo9858
    @veikkohautsalo9858 4 роки тому

    this is legit my favorite video ever!!!

  • @lilcracky6288
    @lilcracky6288 4 роки тому +7

    3:54 she thought they was doing drugs lul

  • @GreenPonderingFrog
    @GreenPonderingFrog 3 роки тому

    I like how your friends actually look like real friends. Other videos just have guys standing around doing nothing or not in the videos at all.

  • @tobyuwu
    @tobyuwu 5 років тому +4

    Whyd you ditch the pop up lights :(

  • @brento4148
    @brento4148 2 роки тому

    Really enjoyed this whole compliation. Nice work.

  • @markvillarin1064
    @markvillarin1064 5 років тому +12

    Christian and arlen is still there 😢

    • @matcharatcha8016
      @matcharatcha8016 4 роки тому +1

      Can you tell me what happened? I'm new to this channel that's why I have zero idea.

    • @dylancollins8894
      @dylancollins8894 4 роки тому +1

      Matcha Ratcha ye same i can’t find out what’s happened

    • @onlydubby9599
      @onlydubby9599 3 роки тому

      @@matcharatcha8016 Supposedly he slept with randy girl at the time. Randy didn't want no drama so he dropped him from the group.

    • @onlydubby9599
      @onlydubby9599 3 роки тому

      @@dylancollins8894 Supposedly he slept with randy girl at the time. Randy didn't want no drama so he dropped him from the group.

  • @cruzcarranza8227
    @cruzcarranza8227 4 роки тому

    bro i love the 240 sx, i enjoyed watching this so much

  • @almightyalvarez6188
    @almightyalvarez6188 5 років тому +8

    Link up with Christian

  • @datalaforge
    @datalaforge 2 роки тому

    I feel like the new headlights gives it a skyline vibe, which is awesome!

  • @swagger0im0lachskost
    @swagger0im0lachskost 5 років тому +19

    honestly that bodykit looks like the car is wearing a skirt. it really doesnt fit the car

    • @jcsiberon8468
      @jcsiberon8468 5 років тому +5

      Idk bout that one

    • @jeanhenriquez1986
      @jeanhenriquez1986 5 років тому +9

      You sound like you’re wearing a skirt. You should just take the local bus

    • @ezraweller8480
      @ezraweller8480 4 роки тому +3

      No skirt = homosexual

    • @dov666
      @dov666 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah sideskirts

  • @horatiubarabas1745
    @horatiubarabas1745 2 роки тому

    When illuminate and the team were making heart filled videos🥲

  • @harrylazan9301
    @harrylazan9301 4 роки тому +3

    3:53 visible confusion

  • @somersetbassett4580
    @somersetbassett4580 2 роки тому

    Great job, loved the compilation !

  • @BadBrad61169
    @BadBrad61169 4 роки тому +5

    another nice car turned rice, looks better stock, now its a shiny turd.

    • @delfartel
      @delfartel 4 роки тому

      Yup, took a half decent 240 and put a buncha cheap shitty mods on it. Now it looks like every other beat up drift car lmao.

  • @kahlilgarcia3995
    @kahlilgarcia3995 4 роки тому

    Good shit bro,
    Turned out awesome

  • @DivinePonies
    @DivinePonies 5 років тому +4

    Man, why ruin such a nice car with this tacky looking changes...

  • @ksiojilebitee364
    @ksiojilebitee364 4 роки тому

    this video for some reason,melted my heart :)

  • @rohanscott-smith787
    @rohanscott-smith787 3 роки тому +1

    dude amazing job and it turned out so good, only thing I would add is under lights. Great job tho

  • @luvskaydin-7357
    @luvskaydin-7357 3 роки тому

    sheeeeeesh dat right there is what you call CLEAN

  • @tr1ple.g
    @tr1ple.g 5 років тому

    Doooope! Will wait until this project is done! #

  • @xojaslynn
    @xojaslynn 4 роки тому

    damn, what a big change! keep up the work Vu

  • @mightybuddahbrot3121
    @mightybuddahbrot3121 3 роки тому +1

    Hahahaha the Girl at 3:52 … what did she thought he is doing … 😅

  • @mrdarty2474
    @mrdarty2474 3 роки тому +1

    Best transformation ever

  • @izzbomb23
    @izzbomb23 5 років тому

    That's so awesome. Congrats and blessings bruh

  • @allen4hunnid26
    @allen4hunnid26 4 роки тому +1

    This video just made me fall in love with the car even more 😍 I need one myself