When This Happens, Don’t Buy a Used Car

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  • Опубліковано 20 вер 2024
  • 5 Signs You Shouldn't Buy a Used Car, DIY car inspection and car review with Scotty Kilmer. How to inspect a used car for purchase. Car buying mistakes and car fails. How to tell a bad car before you buy it. Worst cars and how to check for problems in a car. How to buy a car. How to buy a used car. What to look for when buying a used car. How to buy a cheap used car. Car Advice. DIY car repair with Scotty Kilmer, an auto mechanic for the last 52 years.
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    Mechanic Monday Official Rules:
    1. The Mechanic Monday Giveaway will begin November 27th at 7 am CST and run for six days, ending on Decemeber 3rd at 9 am CST.
    2. There will be one winner of scan tool valued at $140.
    3. To enter, simply leave one non-offensive comment in the video below.
    4. Only one comment per entrant is allowed and more than one comment will not increase your odds of winning.
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 6 тис.

  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  4 роки тому +174

    This Will Change the Car World Forever: ua-cam.com/video/tJo7EMsiDkc/v-deo.html
    ⬇️Scotty’s Top DIY Tools:
    1. Bluetooth Scan Tool: amzn.to/2nfvmaD
    2. Mid-Grade Scan Tool: amzn.to/33dKI0k
    3. My Fancy (Originally $5,000) Professional Scan Tool: amzn.to/31khBXC
    4. Cheap Scan Tool: amzn.to/2D8Tvae
    5. Basic Mechanic Tool Set: amzn.to/2tEr6Ce
    6. Professional Socket Set: amzn.to/2Bzmccg
    7. Ratcheting Wrench Set: amzn.to/2BQjj8A
    8. No Charging Required Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2CthnUU
    9. Battery Pack Car Jump Starter: amzn.to/2nrc6qR
    ⬇️ Things used in this video:
    1. Common Sense
    2. 4k Camera: amzn.to/2HkjavH
    3. Camera Microphone: amzn.to/2Evn167
    4. Camera Tripod: amzn.to/2Jwog8S
    5. My computer for editing / uploading: amzn.to/2uUZ3lo
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    • @koreymayo8884
      @koreymayo8884 4 роки тому +6

      Love your videos!

    • @jacobpina5789
      @jacobpina5789 4 роки тому +1

      Scotty why does my bmw shift perfect with manual mode not on auto..

    • @catslivesmatter1268
      @catslivesmatter1268 4 роки тому +5

      Don't buy any car until you ask Uncle Scotty ! Very important to get the lowdown on the vehicle !

    • @erickasecas3775
      @erickasecas3775 4 роки тому +2

      Scotty, I'm going to buy a Scan Tool, I'm thinking about buying a Innova 3100, any Cheaper Scan Tool you Recommend me? Any good at Harbor Freight?

    • @ralphhunter5161
      @ralphhunter5161 4 роки тому +6

      Run don’t walk away!

  • @Winterstick549
    @Winterstick549 4 роки тому +2229

    If they say it's an easy fix, ask why they didn't fix it.

    • @tptrading_23
      @tptrading_23 4 роки тому +140

      GOOD ONE!!!

    • @Tolyan97kartofan
      @Tolyan97kartofan 4 роки тому +88

      nativered1 Harris
      They'll just say they're broke as hell

    • @MasterElite403
      @MasterElite403 4 роки тому +10

      why would they fix it if they are selling it?

    • @Winterstick549
      @Winterstick549 4 роки тому +131

      @@MasterElite403
      If they say it's an easy fix, then why not fix it and sell it faster and for more $$$?
      My point was, it's probably not an easy fix and to avoid itm

    • @aesaehttr
      @aesaehttr 4 роки тому +6

      Good notion but i wouldn't waste my time on that conversation.

  • @MiamiWatchMods
    @MiamiWatchMods 3 роки тому +384

    Having a mechanic say that you should buy your own tool instead of overpaying a mechanic may be the most genuine thing I've heard in a while

    • @SpriyoGaming
      @SpriyoGaming 3 роки тому +11

      well thats scotty, a genuine mechanic

    • @brianheath5091
      @brianheath5091 3 роки тому +3

      Agreed, though he's not the one losing the business... most of his viewers aren't his customers.

  • @patrickokwir4336
    @patrickokwir4336 4 роки тому +2203

    Now I feel like I should walk away from my own car 😊

    • @j.a.garcia868
      @j.a.garcia868 4 роки тому +19

      Patrick Okwir 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @WickdPerfekT
      @WickdPerfekT 4 роки тому +34

      Agreed. Anybody want a 97 Tahoe that needs a cat and new ball jts?

    • @nursep18
      @nursep18 4 роки тому +36

      hilarious! just drop it off at Scotty's house

    • @ferntaylor5347
      @ferntaylor5347 4 роки тому +7

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @anitabreakone
      @anitabreakone 4 роки тому +3

      😂😂😂😂

  • @blakewolford8903
    @blakewolford8903 3 роки тому +65

    1. No exhaust smoke (0:20)
    2. Make sure it idles normally (2:30)
    3. No weird clacking on startup (3:40)
    4. Check that it doesn’t have low oil/burning oil (5:30)
    5. Make sure it shifts smoothly into reverse and forward in city and highway (6:30)
    6. See how cruise control works on highway (7:45)
    7. Use a scan tool to check for codes even if it doesn’t have a check engine light on (8:00)

  • @MrBerry-nb1ez
    @MrBerry-nb1ez 4 роки тому +1688

    Scotty Has taught me that just about every car is junk... Just riding on luck.

    • @davemattia
      @davemattia 4 роки тому +45

      TRUTH !!

    • @Trondheim46
      @Trondheim46 4 роки тому +10

      😂🤣😂..

    • @WickdPerfekT
      @WickdPerfekT 4 роки тому +150

      Now you know why most mechanics just drive junkers around..

    • @endliberalism4305
      @endliberalism4305 4 роки тому +28

      2007 KIA Spectra 5, 170,000 miles and not a single issue aside from the typical o2 sensor and transmission fluid/filter change, maintenance, etc. Best car I’ve ever owned.

    • @drizzzymacTV
      @drizzzymacTV 4 роки тому +2

      lol right

  • @k4everut
    @k4everut 4 роки тому +950

    I want a scan tool that yells "walk away."

    • @Rangoslap8
      @Rangoslap8 4 роки тому +20

      RUN

    • @1EPICDRE
      @1EPICDRE 4 роки тому +12

      Kelvin Miller in his voice lmao

    • @dirgramsey6132
      @dirgramsey6132 4 роки тому +1

      I wish I bought one and it’s a mix of n/a incomplete and ok 🤔

    • @ne9835
      @ne9835 4 роки тому

      Yes!!! 🤣

    • @WellWisdom.
      @WellWisdom. 4 роки тому +1

      @@Rangoslap8 Run bi$%^ RUN!

  • @doms5303
    @doms5303 4 роки тому +243

    I wish Scotty was my neighbor, life would never be dull.

    • @not2busy
      @not2busy 4 роки тому +4

      Until you buy an EV.

    • @kennethphipps33
      @kennethphipps33 4 роки тому +4

      Yea he is great guy isnt he

    • @richardshank7659
      @richardshank7659 4 роки тому +11

      People would be coming over like dude what is wrong with your neighbor he’s hiding in the trunk of his car and you’d be like oh that’s just Scotty that’s normal.

  • @fellowsheep4Jesus
    @fellowsheep4Jesus 4 роки тому +369

    Things to check:
    Tailpipe smoke, oil leaks 00:20
    Idling 02:28
    Start-up 03:42
    Oil level 05:28
    Transmission - shifting in reverse & forward, uphill & downhill, city & highway 06:31
    Cruise control driving 07:45
    OBD scan 08:00

  • @JM_321
    @JM_321 4 роки тому +335

    There are 3 certainties in this universe:
    1. Death
    2. Taxes
    3. Scotty inserting a crazy animal picture on his personal sound effects 🤣

    • @RatelHBadger
      @RatelHBadger 4 роки тому +6

      Scotty Laughs: insert horse/camel/llama/goat picture

    • @SM-gp4fy
      @SM-gp4fy 4 роки тому +2

      InflatableFilth I don't pay taxes and I will never die

    • @tngdrczp120
      @tngdrczp120 4 роки тому +5

      I knew there’s gonna be a hyena somewhere along the way!

    • @nazeillusions9574
      @nazeillusions9574 4 роки тому +1

      Death is just the tax for living

    • @kennethnewman5295
      @kennethnewman5295 4 роки тому +3

      Scotty for president,2020

  • @johnc007
    @johnc007 4 роки тому +769

    When you start the ignition, all the dashboard warning lights turn on for a couple of seconds. If the check engine light doesn’t come on then the warning light isn’t working.

    • @thomaslanders6244
      @thomaslanders6244 4 роки тому +21

      John C good point

    • @endliberalism4305
      @endliberalism4305 4 роки тому +9

      Thank you!

    • @lucycare3901
      @lucycare3901 4 роки тому +2

      Gracias.

    • @NoorquackerInd
      @NoorquackerInd 4 роки тому +10

      I'd say that's a one-sided test. I've seen cars that don't flash the check engine light upon startup, so seeing it proves that it works. If it doesn't light up, then it's indeterminate, and you need to bust out the scanner to see if it's working but stupid or broken

    • @Herlongian
      @Herlongian 4 роки тому +30

      John C That’s right. The reason they all light up is so you can check if any bulbs are out.

  • @Elon_Muskio
    @Elon_Muskio 4 роки тому +283

    Someone has to make a Scan tool with scotty's face yelling "waaaalk away" when there's an error code...or "endless money pit" with BMWs 😂

    • @mynuteam874
      @mynuteam874 4 роки тому +7

      Yup... I'd buy one... bwahahahaha

    • @jimkline746
      @jimkline746 4 роки тому +1

      Just pay Scotty his royalties

    • @rkalla
      @rkalla 4 роки тому +1

      Hahahahah

    • @mazsax999
      @mazsax999 4 роки тому +6

      Imma tell a car salesman "I can't buy this car, it has an OBVIOUS E.M.P. issue..."
      Car salesman "......"
      Me " ....an 'Endless Money Pit' issue. Good day, Sir"....

    • @davemattia
      @davemattia 4 роки тому

      I think that's the general idea about why he makes these videos. He wants a marketing deal.

  • @seanmcd.8307
    @seanmcd.8307 Рік тому +17

    One thing I heard was when you start the car make sure to check that all the indicator/warning lights come on when the key is inserted and that they all turn off. If a warning light has been disabled it won't turn on at all where as it should always come on at first to indicate that it is still functioning.

  • @polarbear2579
    @polarbear2579 4 роки тому +326

    5 signs:
    1. It's an Italian car.
    2 It's a German car.
    3. It's a British car.
    4. It's a post - 2000 GM car.
    5. It's a Chrysler product.

    • @torpmorp1324
      @torpmorp1324 4 роки тому +1

      American Man I’ve had no issues at all, so he’s must be 100% wrong then?

    • @arlenburgin2392
      @arlenburgin2392 4 роки тому +29

      Chrysler is garbage

    • @frazzleface753
      @frazzleface753 4 роки тому +10

      I'd include 80s and 90s GM in there to be honest.

    • @grahamc4418
      @grahamc4418 4 роки тому +5

      American cars are shart

    • @stephenjones5240
      @stephenjones5240 4 роки тому +1

      They make Toyota,s in Britain and there Great.

  • @DavidElCowboyVaquero
    @DavidElCowboyVaquero 4 роки тому +248

    Scotty truly is one of a kind we need more honest mechanics like himself with his knowledge and skillset .

  • @antbankzbruh
    @antbankzbruh 4 роки тому +267

    I shifted it in reverse on the highway like you said, seller had a bad day.

    • @G8tr1522
      @G8tr1522 4 роки тому +9

      Lololol, I was thinking that too. I guess that’s for manual only?

    • @Ra-218
      @Ra-218 4 роки тому +8

      How fast were you going when you dropped it into reverse?

    • @jackd1582
      @jackd1582 4 роки тому +3

      @@Ra-218 most of the way through trying out its best 0-60 time?

    • @jessedee1633
      @jessedee1633 4 роки тому +2

      🤣

    • @lotsoflovelyhair7049
      @lotsoflovelyhair7049 4 роки тому

      Lmao!

  • @lotsoflovelyhair7049
    @lotsoflovelyhair7049 4 роки тому +267

    Oh my gawd... Scotty be killing me with those side pics 😂😂😂

  • @MbeyaIsHome
    @MbeyaIsHome 4 роки тому +146

    1. smoking. 2. idling rough. 3. clanking in the engine. 4. shifting is not smooth.

    • @ppumpkin3282
      @ppumpkin3282 4 роки тому +11

      I think he said check oil too.

    • @tomt373
      @tomt373 4 роки тому +7

      PLUS use a scan tool!

    • @catalindeluxus8545
      @catalindeluxus8545 4 роки тому +11

      5. OBD Scan tool being unable to read car readings (electrical problems/broken computer)

    • @invaderzim1265
      @invaderzim1265 4 роки тому

      Thanks!😃
      I'm feeling more confident.

    • @TheJusDon
      @TheJusDon 4 роки тому

      Thanks

  • @streetsinger6975
    @streetsinger6975 4 роки тому +138

    I am so glad I found your channel. It's kinda like having my Dad back to tell me how to fix things, etc. Blessings my Friend.

    • @californigirl
      @californigirl 4 роки тому +3

      My dad and I worked on many cars together, and I miss my dad too.

    • @streetsinger6975
      @streetsinger6975 4 роки тому +1

      @@californigirl Blessings to you. Best friends as well I bet. That's why I'm a MOPAR freak. Dad had a '66 Charger 4-speed posi. 383. Highly underrated hahaha.

  • @arnoldyt9296
    @arnoldyt9296 4 роки тому +50

    When you see people running from a used car lot, you know they've been watching Scotty's videos 😂

  • @itspjerald
    @itspjerald 4 роки тому +687

    After watching his advice am going to buy a bicycle 😂

    • @dayenayuba7580
      @dayenayuba7580 4 роки тому +1

      Seriously I watch this guy I guess if I dont have money for a new one I will go for bicycles

    • @raysure1345
      @raysure1345 4 роки тому +15

      @@guyontheinternet8891 just walk away

    • @markmoss9227
      @markmoss9227 4 роки тому +2

      Go to marksbargains@g.. I got a vintage Giant for sale.

    • @reck0n3r
      @reck0n3r 4 роки тому +7

      Big Box store bicycles are money pits. Go for Trek, Giant, Specialized etc.

    • @reyestorres6496
      @reyestorres6496 4 роки тому +2

      @@markmoss9227 hello sir. Could you please provide the website? I want to learn more about bicycles and the difference in good and bad parts.

  • @thomashull6713
    @thomashull6713 4 роки тому +88

    My brother was mad when I bought a Tacoma. He sells Dodges. When he asked me why, I told him I didn't want Dodge problems. Interrogation over.

    • @mikefoehr235
      @mikefoehr235 4 роки тому +3

      Good move👍

    • @robertsauceda4757
      @robertsauceda4757 4 роки тому +27

      Well you dodged a problem... Eh?

    • @algrayson8965
      @algrayson8965 4 роки тому +4

      He was sore because he was planning to make his next car payment off of you.

    • @EarlFaulk
      @EarlFaulk 4 роки тому

      Im surprised he didnt try the maintenance excuse like its still 1960 and American cars are built well

  • @TheThirdWheel618
    @TheThirdWheel618 4 роки тому +196

    Recently went to a Honda dealer with my son to look at a 2019 Honda Fit Sport used with low miles my son is 21 and a ASE certified mechanic .
    It pulled hard to the left after test drive we popped the hood and noticed the car was repainted the front Bumper was replaced and you can see slight over spray near the rubber parts , also he heard a rattle when turning the steering wheel only way that will happen is if they replaced the air bag .
    After looking further it had a chunk taken out of one of the wheel beads the car was in a accident they acted like they didn't know this happens at the high end Dealers as well not the mom and pop shops .........it was a year old with 12-15k Wolf's in sheep's clothing out there

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 роки тому +1

      What is it about replacing the air-bag that would cause the rattle??
      Where in the steering system is the rattle more than likely going to be coming from?

    • @TheThirdWheel618
      @TheThirdWheel618 3 роки тому +4

      @@scottstabolito8841
      I'm not a mechanic ...my son is i never really asked him but you be surprised how many cars are in a collision and they didn't replace the air bag, maybe broken clips that hold it missing parts etc all I know the dealer was acting stupid ...they wanted top dollar for a car that was involved in a collision and they didn't check it in properly. or they did not do a proper inspection on the car they just checked it in, you can even see where the wheels were hit on the curb and there was scratches out of the wheels but they had it on the lot asking top dollar for that car.

    • @TheThirdWheel618
      @TheThirdWheel618 3 роки тому +5

      What we believe is that it was a lease return and the person that was on the lease got into an accident and they didn't report it to Honda they had it fixed at an independent body shop and then when the lease was up they turned the car back in and the Honda dealer didn't check that car in properly.

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 роки тому +2

      RadDadGarage
      Gotcha. Well, thanks for taking time to reply back. But at least i can sorta expect that sort of courtesy from a Scotty Kilmer fan. Lol.

    • @valeriebanda2240
      @valeriebanda2240 3 роки тому +2

      mmmmm now ik why my car makes that noise, didnt notice it til after i bought my car

  • @Shadobanned4life
    @Shadobanned4life 4 роки тому +38

    Scotty's energy and enthusiasm is quite inspiring.

  • @arenxander1139
    @arenxander1139 4 роки тому +121

    I like this guy, I'm planning to buy a used SUV and I've been seriously watching his videos - you really get tons of information and tips. keep going Scotty!

    • @robertwasinger2286
      @robertwasinger2286 3 роки тому +2

      I'm looking right now! After seeing these videos I feel a lot better. 02 Lexus 300 suv 3500.00 135,000 on it. Test driving it tomorrow morning Dec 12 2020

    • @j.d.leston4666
      @j.d.leston4666 3 роки тому +1

      @@robertwasinger2286 how did it go?

    • @robertwasinger2286
      @robertwasinger2286 3 роки тому +7

      @@j.d.leston4666 I ended up with a 2004 Toyota limited 4runner 4x4. 205,000 New belt, head gasket, no leaks, No burning oil and the big ? On runners No rust. The undercarriage was taken apart and all skid plates, frame, painted and undercoated. Bushings, brakes no cracks, rot or squeaks. Tires 32s have a couple of years left . I feel like I got a very good deal. Also I feel I got to it just in time to save the runner from neglecte. The couple had back to back babies it was the wife's truck. They are the 4th owner! Car fax records came back perfect. I also ran the vin through a app . Perfect also telling me it should have 225,000 miles and a buy from owner owned 8,500. He was asking 7,500.00 All I had was 6,000. Good deal! In the beginning perfect truck 4 them 2 kids. His plans were to keep it. He restored undercarriage and 2.5 body lift, tinted glass, touch screen stereo, nice basket on top. I planned to do all this on a stock runner got lucky. So all these babies bought Suburban. 4runner sat. Needs painted roof and hood. This is the only must Roof. Surface rust from basket. Galactic gray metallic. Engine compartment dirty. Dust everything. Oil quart low, radiator low .interior filthy spills sticky. I love to detail. It looks bran new now .I'll have it painted this summer. Interior no tears a couple of cracks in the back passenger seat little wear driver's seat perfect. Needed TLC. They just didn't care about it in 2 years.4 children under 11. Dust around all door jams. It looks restored now. Ty 4 asking

    • @j.d.leston4666
      @j.d.leston4666 3 роки тому +1

      @@robertwasinger2286
      Wow, glad you saved it. Best of luck!

  • @webbie1891
    @webbie1891 4 роки тому +71

    Wish this video was made before purchasing a used car

    • @jared6361
      @jared6361 4 роки тому +3

      Yeah one week after I bought my Jeep the clutch went out lmao

    • @badass6300
      @badass6300 4 роки тому +16

      @@jared6361 You bought a Jeep, that's the least of your worries. :/

    • @oof36969
      @oof36969 4 роки тому +1

      Didn't I see you in the comments of one of richard coopers' videos? @webster kollie

    • @webbie1891
      @webbie1891 4 роки тому +1

      @@oof36969 most likely yes

    • @GrandAce
      @GrandAce 4 роки тому

      IIIRattleHeadIII lmao

  • @DanniPaiGaming
    @DanniPaiGaming 4 роки тому +61

    Just think Scotty has a file on his computer just for images of laughing animals and that's golden

  • @Ivan68725
    @Ivan68725 4 роки тому +44

    I've been watching Scotty for a while now so I started to listen to him.
    I went to a Ford dealership to buy a used Pontiac vibe (same platform as a Toyota Matrix) with 65k miles they had posted on their website at a reasonable price. After a lot of negotiating they would honor the posted price only if I took their in-house financing, no cash purchase allowed. Bunch of nonsense.
    I remembered Scotty's advice then and there "never buy a used car at a dealership". Great tips Scotty, keep it up!

    • @user-vz2et1sg8c
      @user-vz2et1sg8c 4 роки тому +6

      Cause they would make 2 times the money on their interest rates. if you wanna buy a car from dealership get a loan from the bank directly with your own financing set up. DO NOT get the dealership financing, its a scam and they will rip you off.

    • @paulpower7018
      @paulpower7018 4 роки тому

      Couldn't you take the financing then just pay it off at once next week. They can't stop you from doing that.

    • @oceanwaves83
      @oceanwaves83 4 роки тому +1

      "That's ok, I've already got 4% locked in with my bank"
      "Oh?? Well let me see what we can do..."

    • @AbdulLatif-lj3hy
      @AbdulLatif-lj3hy 4 роки тому +2

      You said you listen to Scotty and you went to ford dealership 🤷🏽‍♂️😂doesn’t make any sense. Get a Toyota forget about any other car specially used ones

    • @garrygraves3848
      @garrygraves3848 4 роки тому

      I NEVER buy a used car from ANY dealership. I've warned my father in law time again about used cars from these places and he's gotten ripped off, repossessed and lemons more times than I have fingers. I finally got him to buy a friend of mine's car because he was leaving the state and simply could not take the car with him . He only paid 500 dollars for it and he got a steal !!

  • @tandrew7175
    @tandrew7175 3 роки тому +2

    1 smoke from the tailpipe
    2 does not idle correctly
    3 clacking noises or rod knocking noises during startup
    4 if it doesn't shift smoothly in the city or on the highway
    5 use a scan tool to check for codes

  • @MrDan557
    @MrDan557 4 роки тому +41

    I don't even have a car. They're endless money pits. I love Scotty's show anyhow!

    • @dreamsteal4773
      @dreamsteal4773 4 роки тому +4

      MrDan557 drive a Toyota or Lexus.

    • @kloschuessel773
      @kloschuessel773 4 роки тому

      MrDan557 what do you waste your money on?

    • @kloschuessel773
      @kloschuessel773 4 роки тому +4

      MrDan557 another waste of money: state funded transportation like trains and busses

    • @MrDan557
      @MrDan557 4 роки тому +1

      @@kloschuessel773 That's why I ride my bicycle everywhere or get a cab. I have good clean public trains running right across the road on top of that, so why bother with a car? :-D I'd rather travel then spend thousands every year on some endless money pit. :-D

    • @EndlessMoneyPits
      @EndlessMoneyPits 4 роки тому +3

      Hey, good idea for a UA-cam channel!

  • @thomasdarby6084
    @thomasdarby6084 4 роки тому +50

    Scotty, my favorite Honest Mechanic, telling people how to connect and disconnect a vacuum line to get a better price... lol!

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 4 роки тому +10

      Why not? It was already disconnected so you are returning it in the same condition. I dont do work on other peoples cars for free.

    • @thomasdarby6084
      @thomasdarby6084 4 роки тому +2

      @@hoitlygtlio That isn't the point. An honest person would have told the seller that the problem was just a loose vacuum hose. You aren't going to get a further discount on the price that was already offered. As for mechanics, like Scotty, you get return business by being honest. Word of mouth is important. If you hide a simple fix from a customer hoping to make "big bucks," you won't stay in business long.

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 4 роки тому +3

      That is being honest in the world of buying cars. We are not talking about the world of running a business. You are comparing apples and oranges.
      So if I go look at a car and change the spark plugs to see if they are the issue then I'm obligated to leave the new ones in and tell the seller everything? You are crazy! If the seller wants to know all of that then they should pay a few hundred and have a mechanic go over the car and figure out the problem and fix it and then sell it.

    • @thomasdarby6084
      @thomasdarby6084 4 роки тому +1

      @@hoitlygtlio Honesty is honesty, in the world of mechanics, car sales, gambling, and marriage. I would know that I cheated the seller, and that would be enough.

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 4 роки тому +2

      Then the seller needs to pay a mechanic to go over their car before the sale. Just like I would pay a mechanic to go over a car before I buy. If the seller wants to know what i or my mechanic found then they need to pay for the labor. That's how things work. No one has any reason to expect something for nothing. And not giving out free information is NOT being dishonest.

  • @TheHoth1
    @TheHoth1 4 роки тому +32

    When you see a high mileage Infiniti, don’t buy it!
    Too late for me, but save yourself;)

    • @rosssteuck4989
      @rosssteuck4989 4 роки тому

      Best laugh of the day...Thank you !!!!!!! Sorry about the infin.

    • @MegaNiQ
      @MegaNiQ 4 роки тому +1

      I almost did that....
      Whew

    • @mikefoehr235
      @mikefoehr235 4 роки тому

      LMAO

    • @AwakeDude911
      @AwakeDude911 4 роки тому

      let me guess G35 ???????

    • @grlmgor
      @grlmgor 4 роки тому

      Rumor has it they drive to Infiniti
      dealership.

  • @erichue61
    @erichue61 4 роки тому +71

    Scotty’s advice on buying a used car: “just walk away and you’ll have the most perfect used car that you never get to drive.” Fantastic advice, Scotty.

    • @cvcoco
      @cvcoco Рік тому

      Alternatively, my girlfriends advice: If you dont want a bad car, trouble or high costs, dont drive it.

  • @cruisingforbaddrivers...8612
    @cruisingforbaddrivers...8612 4 роки тому +32

    I looked at my car liked it and bought it...but now I need a scan tool...

  • @BlizzRM10MOZES
    @BlizzRM10MOZES 4 роки тому +81

    I love this guy ge pulls you in with his charisma and knowledge

  • @milanjovanovic4744
    @milanjovanovic4744 4 роки тому +63

    I just reved up my engine...
    Now it has blown gasket.

  • @Stickky-xl2we
    @Stickky-xl2we 3 роки тому +18

    Honestly Scotty is one of the best automotive teachers, from simple to difficult fixes he explains how to diagnose and fix very smooth so anyone can understand!

  • @eabaendallbeall7959
    @eabaendallbeall7959 4 роки тому +58

    Seller: WHAT R U DOING!!!!!
    Me: scotty said to see if it shifts smooth into reverse, in town and on the highway.

  • @MR3DDev
    @MR3DDev 4 роки тому +7

    Back when I was looking at cars I saw this nice looking FRS, as soon as I started the vehicle it was blowing white smoke (this was during the summer mind you) and the salesman said "that's only because it hasn't been used in a week".
    The end of story was I ran as fast as I could from that dealer.

  • @h.v7461
    @h.v7461 4 роки тому +184

    Darn, wished I had a scan tool before I got married 😉

    • @bricks312100
      @bricks312100 4 роки тому +1

      Funny

    • @muddysledge
      @muddysledge 4 роки тому +4

      Lmao. Great comment of the month

    • @rizwanahmed11
      @rizwanahmed11 4 роки тому +13

      Bet it would have said 'no communication' as soon as you have 'plugged' it in.

    • @bsam358
      @bsam358 4 роки тому +2

      LOL That is one hell of an idea.

    • @chocolatechiclid7654
      @chocolatechiclid7654 4 роки тому +3

      I KNOW WHERE THE PLUG IN XD 😘😘😘😘😘🤣🤣🤣

  • @sarcasticguyz6251
    @sarcasticguyz6251 3 роки тому +10

    This man providing value non-stop

  • @m.angelov2305
    @m.angelov2305 4 роки тому +15

    Amamzing how affordable those tools have gotten.... I remember a time when they used to cost a fortune

  • @maingun07
    @maingun07 4 роки тому +9

    _"Walk, don't run away..."_
    Whew! I'm glad it's not the other way around because it's a long way home and I'm no spring chicken.

    • @grassroot011
      @grassroot011 4 роки тому +1

      Should have said," Run, don't walk." from it. But move away at your own chosen speed.

  • @norbertomoran4575
    @norbertomoran4575 4 роки тому +60

    Scotty: You’re a rockstar. Thanks for these vids.

  • @ivjr1
    @ivjr1 3 роки тому +1

    My dad's work truck has been declared a total loss from the insurance. We are currently shopping for a used F-150. We would benefit from the scan tool. Thank you Scotty!

  • @Zk8et
    @Zk8et 4 роки тому +33

    Hey Scotty, Should I.....
    Scotty: Walk away.

  • @Datsun7705
    @Datsun7705 4 роки тому +84

    Next Video: 5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy ANY Car

    • @wesley7753
      @wesley7753 4 роки тому +2

      Nice😆

    • @elcocoreyes
      @elcocoreyes 4 роки тому +1

      its Scotty
      "5 reasons youre stupid and im smart"

    • @badass6300
      @badass6300 4 роки тому

      it costs money, requires maintenance, gives you problems, the global city infrastructure suffers due to cars, you will have to give people lifts.

    • @oofatmaloofawitz2982
      @oofatmaloofawitz2982 4 роки тому +2

      They're endless money pits!

    • @Perich29
      @Perich29 4 роки тому +1

      Next video 5 reason you should never drive a semi truck in Texas

  • @billc7211
    @billc7211 4 роки тому +13

    “Walk, don’t run away” That’s the casual way you diss the car - keep your cool as you turn your back. Thanks for a super-useful video Scotty!

    • @Goodywagon
      @Goodywagon 4 роки тому

      Hehe.

    • @miragexl007
      @miragexl007 4 роки тому +1

      Walk, Don't Run Away.. Or run don't walk how many pairing? Isn't that the thing going around about the Democratic party? Bad cars, bad party run away from. LOL. Live Free or Die... As the sign says above your garage Scotty

  • @johnrieley1404
    @johnrieley1404 4 роки тому +2

    Thanks Scotty, worked on cars and trucks before OBD. Now getting ready to buy used, you really help.

  • @everyday5557
    @everyday5557 4 роки тому +10

    One of my favorite channels on UA-cam and I’m not even a mechanic

  • @BroodallyHonest
    @BroodallyHonest 4 роки тому +65

    Scotty kind of reminds me of an older Saul Goodman.

    • @GrantHeadley
      @GrantHeadley 4 роки тому +2

      ...with a mind like Mike Ermantrout

  • @chicanopowers4938
    @chicanopowers4938 4 роки тому +7

    That does it I'm getting a scan tool, you've drilled that pragmatic reality into my mind.
    Instead of always going to my friends with scan tools, now some of my other friends without can come to me.

  • @slickpointer
    @slickpointer 4 роки тому +30

    Oooh “it just needs a tune up YOU HAVE NO I.D.E.A” 😆

  • @ryanlessner4080
    @ryanlessner4080 4 роки тому +18

    Reason #1 it’s a GM product
    Thanks for the like Scotty!

    • @RetroPCUser
      @RetroPCUser 4 роки тому

      I have 3 GMs on my driveway. Some issues, but I fix them myself or take them to a repair shop that can fix it for a good price. Only had 1 car that blew the motor in 2005 and the major issue was blown gaskets when an oil change shop put in green coolant with the Dex-Cool orange coolant.

    • @davidcopeland5450
      @davidcopeland5450 4 роки тому +3

      @Ryan Lessner Reason #2: It’s a Fiat Chrysler product.

    • @deepcow
      @deepcow 4 роки тому

      Brian Cavanaugh Ask Scotty, he’ll tell you, GM makes CRAP.

    • @lastfanstanding999
      @lastfanstanding999 4 роки тому

      depends on the year! :D

    • @elcocoreyes
      @elcocoreyes 4 роки тому +1

      omg...the trucks are a joke. ive worked oilfield and they were the worst work trucks

  • @raymondbartosz4434
    @raymondbartosz4434 4 роки тому +45

    scotty reminds me of Joe Pesci. I love the way he describes everything. Thanks Scotty.

  • @who26969
    @who26969 4 роки тому +15

    I love how well you explain things with a slight sense of humor and energy.

  • @ronniedalmacio1220
    @ronniedalmacio1220 4 роки тому +67

    Hey scotty ever since I started watching ur channel lk I've learned alot of knowledge about cars n trucks from you n I thank u sooo much it has saved me alot of $$$$ n I thank you

  • @Miopop58
    @Miopop58 4 роки тому +237

    Want to save money ?
    Don't buy a car.

    • @ЦветозарЦветков-е5о
      @ЦветозарЦветков-е5о 4 роки тому +16

      buy a bus

    • @johnbartley1132
      @johnbartley1132 4 роки тому +15

      I like to drive too much. Bought a Kia for $400, rebuilt the front end, put a power steering pump in it, and I now own a great little car with no payments and no issues

    • @seane.9937
      @seane.9937 4 роки тому +8

      Ultimately that is true. I live in Houston like Scotty does and this city is so large you really need a car. I bought a 2001 lexus gs300 with 181k on it for 1700$ i believe I circumvented many used car problems by going with lexus. So far i really like it.

    • @Soul56293
      @Soul56293 4 роки тому +15

      I agree but having your own personal transportation is better than anything. I’ve been catching the bus for a while and it sucks. I like the freedom of owning a car I can go wherever I want plus women like when you have your own car.

    • @everydayfun9531
      @everydayfun9531 4 роки тому +1

      Renting is alright i guess.

  • @brettnanney1932
    @brettnanney1932 4 роки тому +126

    The only scan tool I need is scotty waving his arms. It comes back with all of the codes.

  • @Warlord2029
    @Warlord2029 4 роки тому +31

    Scotty is s one of a kind mechanic! Wish there was more like him. I have learned a lot from his advice;)

  • @garyyellott2557
    @garyyellott2557 3 роки тому +15

    I LOOOOOVE this guy!!! His videos are a pure joy to an ole mechanic as myself. He ALWAYS brings a smile to my face. Sending love from South Texas.

  • @NOLL72
    @NOLL72 4 роки тому +420

    Jeez, wouldn't it be nice if there was an electronic scan tool you could attach to a new potential girlfriend to do a diagnostic for previous problems. LOL!

    • @lisasmith516
      @lisasmith516 4 роки тому +9

      She'd buy it for you! 😉 JK!

    • @jackd1582
      @jackd1582 4 роки тому +4

      Hell yeah

    • @RadekZielinski.
      @RadekZielinski. 4 роки тому +32

      sorta...is... it's a pregnancy test. Social media also does a decent job, too many titttty out photo's don't mean too good for example.

    • @bunzeebear2973
      @bunzeebear2973 4 роки тому +8

      There is one - unfortunately SHE LIKES IT "TOO MUCH" Something about a "good vibration"? It comes with batteries. She don't need you no more.

    • @tty1975ful
      @tty1975ful 4 роки тому +4

      NOLL72 Lol yes I’ll buy for sure it will save you thousands and thousands in the divorce curt

  • @josepha5149
    @josepha5149 4 роки тому +16

    "I KnOw WhAt I HaVe"
    Scan tool says otherwise

  • @keithkolb129
    @keithkolb129 4 роки тому +7

    Scotty, you make me look good! Because of your videos I actually look like I know cars. Thanks for your hard work and dedication to helping all the wannabe mechanics! God bless you and your family my friend.

  • @eechap3137
    @eechap3137 Рік тому

    1. black smoke coming out of exhaust
    2. doesn't idle well
    3. noises when it starts up
    4. low oil level
    5. shifting forward, backward, uphill, and around the city. Cruise Control
    6. use scan tool

  • @richardt6980
    @richardt6980 4 роки тому +68

    scotty: walk away from it
    unless its a toyota. lol

    • @luqwavionrelerford1095
      @luqwavionrelerford1095 3 роки тому +1

      Or a Honda Civic yes god did give all his blessing to the Toyota but Jesus blessed the civic♥️

    • @CuteNeha777
      @CuteNeha777 3 роки тому +2

      @@luqwavionrelerford1095 jesus must be Japanese.

  • @immortalfool7627
    @immortalfool7627 4 роки тому +18

    Thanks Scotty, I only drive used cars. Honda’s. I will remember this one when need to replace one of them.

    • @ben5966
      @ben5966 4 роки тому

      Same

    • @herotiramisu1
      @herotiramisu1 4 роки тому

      I got my old 2004 honda and it runs like a champ, never got any mechanical problems, never had any issues at all, just keep a yearly maintenance by changing oil and oil filter...

  • @colinbraiding4893
    @colinbraiding4893 4 роки тому +31

    I want a scan tool that has Scotty inside it telling me all this stuff when I need it :D

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 роки тому +5

      Have Scotty's laugh when it comes across a tripped code!

  • @inspir3d81
    @inspir3d81 3 роки тому +1

    1. Smoke from the exhaust
    2. Doesn’t idle properly
    3. Low oil in the engine
    4. Transmission isn’t smooth
    5. Error codes in the computer

  • @nenadkrivokapic9747
    @nenadkrivokapic9747 4 роки тому +8

    4:56 this is the priceless joke of a honest mechanic like Scotty.

  • @markmoore5380
    @markmoore5380 4 роки тому +51

    Great advice as usual. Wish I lived close enough for him to be my mechanic.

    • @msdee3463
      @msdee3463 4 роки тому +3

      I can tell he's a genius in the car mechanic trade

    • @skylark1848
      @skylark1848 4 роки тому +4

      Anyone would be lucky to apprentice with him

  • @raymondinia7194
    @raymondinia7194 4 роки тому +94

    Dam wish i had found scotty earlier save me couple thousand dollars.

  • @slapyomomma
    @slapyomomma 2 роки тому +1

    It is so nice to hear someone in the automotive industry with integrity

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 4 роки тому +30

    Scotty is one if my most watched You Tube channels. I couldn't imagine how much money he has saved people over the years. JohnG

    • @barrontrump3943
      @barrontrump3943 4 роки тому +1

      Machanics hate him

    • @silasmcgee3647
      @silasmcgee3647 4 роки тому +1

      @@barrontrump3943 because no one's buying the useless endless money pits anymore or at least those who washed him and actually had the dignity to listen because mechanics other than Scotty tend to love the cars that are the worst because they make the money and they hate the cars that don't break such as Toyota because they hardly ever come in to be fixed and they make no money off of them

    • @silasmcgee3647
      @silasmcgee3647 4 роки тому +1

      Meanwhile mechanics are getting rich off of Chrysler's and Range Rovers

    • @barrontrump3943
      @barrontrump3943 4 роки тому

      Silas McGee yep i figured as such. Im surprised he hasn’t had any death threats by now. I got my ‘14 corolla and its the opposite of a money pit ;)

    • @RayJays
      @RayJays 4 роки тому +1

      Same here. Learned quite a bit about my vehicles. You don't realize how much you don't know until you listen to Scotty's videos daily.

  • @kawaii2525
    @kawaii2525 4 роки тому +24

    I’m here for Scotty’s education and image captions 😂😂

  • @operating
    @operating 4 роки тому +6

    Man, whoever is doing the pics has such excellent timing That just keep cracking up throughout his videos.

  • @accurry8566
    @accurry8566 4 роки тому +2

    Scotty, great tips! I'm 34F that had my dad look at any car I'm buying through the years. I now have 2 daughters of my own that I'll be helping buy cars in the very near future. My dad lives pretty far away now and these tips will not only help me buying a "new to me" used car right now, they will help me with my daughters. Some useful information I can pass on to them for their future kids too!

  • @Hector-cn3rv
    @Hector-cn3rv 4 роки тому +55

    "Soon itll go ratatatatattttaaaaattttaaaaaa, walk away!!!!"😂😂🤣😂🤣😂

  • @algirdongas1
    @algirdongas1 4 роки тому +4

    Thinking of buying a used car, so the scan tool would really do me well now

  • @edwing3638
    @edwing3638 4 роки тому +12

    TOYOTA CELICA TATTOO!!!! make it happen Scotty!

  • @debbieramsey8933
    @debbieramsey8933 10 місяців тому

    Oh, Scotty, you are the best! I’m a 70 year old Grammy, & I only ever buy used. My husband used to be a big help on checking them out beforehand, but he says they are so complex today he doesn’t trust himself to make a good decision. I’ve been saving all of your tips so I can be knowledgeable when the time comes to purchase. I’ve even bought a few products to help my beloved 260k plus mileage Toyota Highlander last longer! I’m getting me a scan tool asap! ❤

  • @whokitkat
    @whokitkat 4 роки тому +6

    hey Scotty, thanks for your car info videos! i've learned so much and i love it that you are not pressured by any company/sponsorship and this gives all of us an unbiased opinion. please keep up the videos and i look forward to your next one.

  • @toms7280
    @toms7280 4 роки тому +11

    Thanks Scotty for saving people from the endless money pits of 3:49.

    • @AwakeDude911
      @AwakeDude911 4 роки тому

      people dont learn ..if its shinny and you can poke at things they will BUY IT... ….

  • @quetrice1
    @quetrice1 4 роки тому +5

    Thank you so much! You just prevented me from making another big mistake! Buying a Toyota pickup!! Thanks Scotty!!!

  • @mcnielentertainment
    @mcnielentertainment 4 роки тому +1

    The first I notice about a vehicle here in Minnesota: if it's really rusty, then turn away as that's a sign of bad or nonexistent maintenance. 2nd thing I check is the underbody and the frame. 3rd thing I check is if it hesitates, walk away as it could be an o2 leak or an engine problem.

    • @drizzzymacTV
      @drizzzymacTV 4 роки тому

      "if it hesitates,",we dont know what that means

  • @trophix
    @trophix 4 роки тому +82

    Me: Scotty I found a used Che...
    Scotty: Walk away!
    Me: Vy....

  • @nickolashenry7129
    @nickolashenry7129 3 роки тому +2

    I love the classic reverse on the highway test, absolute game changer! Side note. Great video Scotty!

  • @sulaimankaka8423
    @sulaimankaka8423 4 роки тому +7

    I Love your channel!
    It's so awesome that you're a mechanic but still have time for us
    Love from the east

  • @ngarcia361
    @ngarcia361 4 роки тому +6

    May have to share this with some friend's. Thanks Scotty!

  • @chriss6356
    @chriss6356 4 роки тому +16

    Reason #2: It's a Fiat-Chrysler

  • @korlevtizh
    @korlevtizh 4 роки тому +20

    Ain't gonna lie. I need a scan tool for my endless money pit.

  • @winniesmith5226
    @winniesmith5226 3 роки тому

    I never heard any mechanic tell the truth about cars in a way that helps us who open the hood and it's a mystery, This man gives the car owner knowledge and power

  • @peppazfletcher
    @peppazfletcher 4 роки тому +11

    08:49 WOW ...Scotty ...you just opened my eyes by alot with the Check Engine light scam, i never thought about that. Thank you!

  • @luisdominguezmora7216
    @luisdominguezmora7216 4 роки тому +6

    Scotty is always dropping knowledge just like that scan tool when finding codes!!! Lol

  • @susanbeever5708
    @susanbeever5708 4 роки тому +5

    A scan tool in front of the car sales person would be awesome!

  • @victoriavalencia6712
    @victoriavalencia6712 4 роки тому +2

    Scotty you inspired me to go buy a used car and try to fix it myself and I did running good all I have to do is change the O2 sensors now thanks a lot you have also save me a lot of money love the videos Man

  • @alphafiddlesticks5623
    @alphafiddlesticks5623 4 роки тому +20

    At this point I think I'll just buy a new vehicle.

  • @simplyclean4907
    @simplyclean4907 4 роки тому +8

    Black smoke I use it to escape from the cops ... I feel like James bond

  • @HARRUMPH-SAL
    @HARRUMPH-SAL 4 роки тому +12

    9:37 / "You want to eliminate any of the crappers..." Well said.

  • @bag2963
    @bag2963 4 роки тому +2

    How to avoid awkward situations while you were going to buy the car, but didn’t like it:
    “Hey, Scotty says don't buy it...”
    The rock solid argument.