First Start Of An Abandoned Mustang GT After Sitting For 25 Years! Total 80's Time Capsule!

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  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars  2 роки тому +33

    I bought an abandoned Cobra Mustang with 850 horsepower! ua-cam.com/video/Gu5kci7DPXw/v-deo.html

  • @red95gts
    @red95gts 2 роки тому +1574

    You know Eli is a true car guy when he has one unfinished project, but dives headfirst into another one. Lol. We’ve all been there! Great find Eli, that thing looks really solid!

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +70

      Hahaha much appreciated! Although my mother was very mad at me for buying it at first I just simply couldn’t pass up on it!

    • @trentdawg2832
      @trentdawg2832 2 роки тому +15

      You did good Eli, I would have grabbed that thing too, you’d be surprised how well she cleans up, and a ‘87 t-top is a special find most t-tops are 4 eyed years……hang on to that one…..in another 10/20 years it’s gonna be a $40k car…….fyi I had an ‘87 just like that same colors and 5spd too just no T-top, that thing flew like a rocket ship it looked completely stock but I think someone put a cam in it and a 140 or 160 speedo, I can’t remember it was over 20 yrs ago, but I do know the speedo limit was higher that most……we named that car Chewbacca…..because of the sound it made going down the road……good times

    • @michaelselway9961
      @michaelselway9961 2 роки тому +3

      Brother gotta have legit buy my contour svt clean title 76k milles rare car

    • @JerZeyFiveOh
      @JerZeyFiveOh 2 роки тому +3

      Gear head to the max, I have the same problem lol.

    • @johnchurch4705
      @johnchurch4705 2 роки тому +9

      @@EliHasan hopefully once the Mustang is running, Alex can get in his shop and help you putting rust guard 💂‍♀️ on under the car, you want to protect it if you are going to daily it through the winter 🥶 months.

  • @harrsonburrage3259
    @harrsonburrage3259 2 роки тому +105

    Alex I love how you’re helping the younger car enthusiasts live out their dreams. What a standup guy, keep being the man you are.

  • @robertrivasarroyo1174
    @robertrivasarroyo1174 2 роки тому +21

    Bro I found my 91 GT in some old guys garage, paid him $800 and I've had it for 12 years fixed a lot of stuff, new quarter glass windows, original Ford Windshield and brand new original cheese grater tail lights. Keeping it as original as possible. Great car did a bunch of work to it just love it!!!! Growing up in the mid 80's to late 90's I've always wanted a 5.0 mustang I was lucky to have ,made my dream come true.

  • @br549rdr
    @br549rdr 2 роки тому +220

    Awesome. So cool of you Alex and Peter to donate your time helping a young car enthusiast. Your creating a future mechanic. 😇.

  • @dungeonbrownies
    @dungeonbrownies 2 роки тому +351

    I can't believe after all of those fixes, the one thing that kept it from running was a slightly loose connector in the steering column. That gremlin was probably what grounded the car.

    • @chuckchuck4016
      @chuckchuck4016 2 роки тому +38

      one man's frustration is another mans treasure

    • @johngilbanni5891
      @johngilbanni5891 2 роки тому +15

      $18 part. It was bad on my 87 GT, my 87 LX, and my 84 GT.

    • @busystuff23yearsago15
      @busystuff23yearsago15 2 роки тому +26

      @@johngilbanni5891 and to think, old owner probably couldn’t figure it out and called it a lemon gave up on it

    • @champking20
      @champking20 2 роки тому +5

      Was bad on mine to. Those were major problems for most foxes

    • @lewtom6632
      @lewtom6632 2 роки тому +4

      @@champking20 that’s exactly why the fuel pump didn’t stayed on ether even with the switch on. So technically the fuel pump was good till they let it seat for a long period of time.

  • @redwalsh87
    @redwalsh87 2 роки тому +56

    This brings me back to when I had my 93 GT. This definitely looks like a 43k mile car, not 143k. Awesome find and price!

  • @jimrodriguez7640
    @jimrodriguez7640 2 роки тому +109

    You guys are incredible! Starting a car that sat for 25 years…in a parking lot! So cool if you and Peter to help out Eli. You’re a great mentor!

  • @christiansantos7164
    @christiansantos7164 2 роки тому +59

    Bro, you’re such a G for helping bring her back to life. I didn’t want the video to end. ✌🏽

  • @JBD901
    @JBD901 2 роки тому +14

    80s were such a great decade for automobiles. Mustangs, 944s, and even my 85 S10. Great find, Eli.

  • @lordspam2721
    @lordspam2721 2 роки тому +284

    That is a gem for $2500! Actually building an engine for my 87 GT right now. My favorite cars. I'd say 43k per interior and undercarriage

    • @samsonian
      @samsonian 2 роки тому +10

      I’m with you, as Freiburger from “Roadkill” would say that thing is MINT!!

    • @zackatron925
      @zackatron925 2 роки тому

      @@samsonian roadkill and frei are both phony asf

    • @jbeutell
      @jbeutell 2 роки тому +16

      Graduated high school in '87. Saw a vintage plate on an '87 Mustang. Had to take a moment to collect myself.

    • @mikeysbago-meat7967
      @mikeysbago-meat7967 2 роки тому

      @@samsonian g7ojíiííííííípooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooooóoooóoooóóóooœ9o009⁹99⁹

    • @mikaeljonsson4686
      @mikaeljonsson4686 2 роки тому

      ​@@jbeutell 😆

  • @sikniz213
    @sikniz213 2 роки тому +361

    Love the parking lot diagnosis just like most of us find ourselves from time to time. Way more interesting than than watching guys throw money at cars and call it a build. For that I’m subscribed!

  • @427walrus
    @427walrus 2 роки тому +72

    Alex, great to see you having so much success with your channel. I recently finished doing a full resto- mod on my 1992 5.0 that I have owned off and on for 20 years. It now has 360,000 miles on it and runs and looks great. Felt like I was standing right next to you guys on this one. Also I love that the younger generation is interested in these cars and they know what they are.👍

    • @inthedougout301
      @inthedougout301 Рік тому

      any recommendations for someone trying to buy one? err on the side of one that has been babied a bit?

    • @427walrus
      @427walrus Рік тому

      ​@inthedougout301 If you want a nicer one that has been taken care of and has lower miles you might take a look at bring a trailer. Beyond that you can look at online classifieds but prices have certainly gone up for the cleaner examples. Cheers.

    • @inthedougout301
      @inthedougout301 Рік тому

      I appreciate the advice,@@427walrus! I am curious, what got you into the Foxbody over other makes, models, etc?

  • @VegasShuffle
    @VegasShuffle 2 роки тому +88

    Peter is the best addition to this channel. I’ve been waiting since the beginning and loved each and every video. Watch Alex have a buddy to work on cars with is awesome! Keep up the great work!

    • @bgee461
      @bgee461 2 роки тому +5

      Agree, Peter is awesome

    • @jamethylachlan
      @jamethylachlan 2 роки тому +3

      Agreed, Peter is such a good addition! He seems like a no BS, always happy, always helpful human.

    • @Dstillus
      @Dstillus 2 роки тому +2

      So true, channel with Peter feels less "empty". This guy's one big smile makes me smile even if I don't feel like smiling :D.

  • @dominicgreen115
    @dominicgreen115 2 роки тому +103

    Can't wait to see this get detailed!!!!

  • @rickybobby5950
    @rickybobby5950 2 роки тому +7

    I’m having flashbacks, Alex! I was a Mustang guy before I was a Mercedes guy and I owned a ‘93 5.0 LX back when they where new and years later worked at a Ford Performance shop and specialized in Fox body Mustangs. I’ve worked on lots of these cars and this one is very clean for its age and I would almost say that it’s 43k miles just looking at how clean the interior and undercarriage looks. So sad that someone let this car sit outside but it’s going to be a nice resto! Can’t wait for more updates.

  • @neilforrest2677
    @neilforrest2677 2 роки тому +159

    Really loved this joint venture with Eli. He is a great associate.

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +8

      Thank you my friend!

    • @neilforrest2677
      @neilforrest2677 2 роки тому +2

      @@EliHasan I can see that you're a bright young man and I wish you very best in the future. I'm old guy and I've been a teacher and a counselor. Seeing young men like yourself cuz we faith in the future ahead.

  • @Sean_1491
    @Sean_1491 2 роки тому +37

    Mad respect to Alex for doing all this work in a parking lot. A lot of UA-camrs wouldn't do this at all!

  • @chrisyboy219
    @chrisyboy219 2 роки тому +10

    Absolutely brilliant to see you inspecting and scoping the engine before just turning it over. Great job!

  • @aml2011
    @aml2011 2 роки тому +28

    I have a 91 Mustang LX, that seems to have a similar problem, where it's losing fuel after a few minutes. Likely the fuel filter, or the placement of the sending unit - which you video helped me to identify. Sadly because I couldn't identify those issues prior, it's been sitting for nearly 6 months. Thank you for your enthusiastic adventure! I hope to get my Mustang running again.

    • @fredmatic33
      @fredmatic33 2 роки тому +2

      Could also be a ruptured diaphram in the fuel psi regulator on the rail. Or one of the items mentioned above. Thankfully Foz service parts are cheap and plentiful.

    • @JRC99
      @JRC99 2 роки тому

      Have you checked the relay? Because mine did that. It'd run for a few minutes, and then die. Then I could start it and it'd run for a few seconds. Rinse and repeat as I limped it home.

    • @shaynedonnelly374
      @shaynedonnelly374 2 роки тому

      I had the same issue with my 88 notch and it was pin holes in the fuel line. Replaced them and adjusted the tps and ran better than it ever had for me

  • @sav22rem22
    @sav22rem22 2 роки тому +33

    This is amazing. I own an 89 GT. I can tell you a bunch of places to look for leaks and rust that may not be very common. Idk if you talk about it in the video but be sure to get full length subframe connectors. Also upgrade that fire starter alternator to the 3g alternator ASAP lol. As for the ignition switch they were known to literally fall apart

    • @gadget73
      @gadget73 2 роки тому +10

      can always spot the long term older Ford owner, they know about the 2G alternator and the ignition switch.

    • @mikecooley3361
      @mikecooley3361 2 роки тому

      @@gadget73 and the stock clutch quadrants suck too

  • @dylansmith7240
    @dylansmith7240 2 роки тому +18

    Great job guys, especially firstly taking the time to properly prepare that old 5.0 before trying to start it after 25 years, you all are LEGIT

  • @roderickjones7479
    @roderickjones7479 2 роки тому +149

    I could have watched this for another 44 minutes. Well done Alex.

  • @Sheehy223
    @Sheehy223 2 роки тому +19

    I recently revived my own '87 Fox, funny to watch you guys go through a lot of the same stuff that I did. In a pinch you can jump the starter solenoid to crank any Ford of this era. When you're replacing the distributor cap and wires, you should remove the sprout connector and bump the timing to 14 Degrees at idle, it wakes the stock cars up a bit, it's probably still at the stock 10 Degrees since nothing else looks like it's been touched. Can't wait to see the first burnout.

  • @lilmuerteswhips
    @lilmuerteswhips 2 роки тому +14

    I don’t like watching videos longer than 20 minutes but I stayed the whole time and loved every second of it. No time wasted, beautiful car and you guys all knew what you were doing.

  • @meek01__53
    @meek01__53 2 роки тому +18

    Thank you for fueling the passion of the younger generation, so many kids these days don't care and this is AWESOME to see. Keep helping kids out

  • @dj68k
    @dj68k 2 роки тому +6

    27:37 This is why I love this channel: it's real. No bullcrap, just people working on cars and running into things that happen when you work on cars.
    Edit: I wrote the above comment while I was watching the video. Little did I know at 28:34 (only a minute later!) the REAL shiznit would happen. I like the channels that do things for show and for fun, but when something's real, the viewer feels it, and this channel really brings that across with Alex's enthusiasm, concern, and immediate reactions to bad situations.

  • @Thomas-bs9xv
    @Thomas-bs9xv 2 роки тому +6

    Wow...to get a car that sat for 30 years to run in a parking lot is definitely triumphant. Nice to have knowledge about cars. Good job dude. 👍👍👍

  • @torygiammanco2772
    @torygiammanco2772 2 роки тому +17

    AWESOME video!! I’m so glad Eli is learning how to bring back the dead. It will help him in his career. Great job to all at Legit Street Cars and Eli ((my grandson)! Very proud of everything I’ve seen from each of you!

  • @GroundhogzGarage
    @GroundhogzGarage 2 роки тому +21

    Alex, you’re the man for helping Elliot out and in a parking lot yet. Well done!

  • @RonsChann
    @RonsChann Місяць тому

    Cant believe how easy those plug wires came off! I recently got a 2002 C5 vette with 28k miles. Decided to replace the plugs and wires because why not. The wires were SO stuck on those plugs! Grats on a good find!

  • @bullethelldemon
    @bullethelldemon 2 роки тому +59

    hope to see more of eli on the channel, it's awesome seeing you take him under your wing and be a role model to him!

  • @drewcrews3967
    @drewcrews3967 2 роки тому +5

    Persistence!!! Wow Alex, I woulda quit when the starter fluid caught on fire. But nooooo, you're dropping gas tanks, putting in fuel pumps and tinkering with ignition switches. This would have been impressive if it was done at your shop on a lift. But in a parking lot??? I have a whole new respect for you and your mechanic skills. And Eli seems like a good dude so time and effort well spent.

  • @tubetime39
    @tubetime39 Рік тому +1

    Excellent ! I just got back from a 4,800 mile (6 week) trip through 7 states ( some twice but dif hwys ) and the cars I saw sitting in yards and fields, though not all classics, that looked like they could still be road worthy with a little help (work) caught my attention. Thinking why not push auto tech schooling with some of the younger people ?! They could help themselves with their own cars and make a little income, if not a full time job but maybe with a excellent paying
    part time , side job . Not to mention an enjoyable job with gratification .Then I get back home and find this channel mentioned and had to check it out. Very well done and it has motivated me into pursuing my first love ( my 2nd love distracted me and kept me from my 1st ! but she's gone now, thank God) and that 1st
    was working on cars. My own and for others and to find some of these cars sitting that might just need a ignition switch or the like ?!..
    and to maybe get them running and useful again would be awesome.

  • @tjus3131
    @tjus3131 2 роки тому +5

    Alex, you guys are amazing. Helping someone in the middle of the parking lot, I can’t even get my friends to help me in a garage. Hats off to you!

  • @MarkCarraher51
    @MarkCarraher51 2 роки тому +29

    Leaving a Foxbody outside to rot is a crime against humanity.
    Alex you need to get a foxbody on the channel, I was super excited to see the thumbnail and title on this one.

  • @Rangemaster26
    @Rangemaster26 11 місяців тому

    OH, that brings back memories. I had an '85, 5.0, 5 speed GT with a sun roof. The sun roof was a mistake... sitting in the sun was HOT! But I loved that car. It developed really odd fuel problems no one could solve so my wife insisted we get rid of it. BIG mistake. Shoulda kept it and kept after the fuel thing. I WISH I had it back. Light and fast with super comfortable seats and handled like a dream. You guys did a nice job getting an oldie to run in a parking lot with minimum tools. Finish the engine and nice paint and you'll really have something there.

  • @jordantobins681
    @jordantobins681 2 роки тому +6

    Awesome work!! Alex - I know this stuff gives you content, but the truth is, not many people would do what you do - spending your day laying in the parking lot, selflessly helping someone and smiling and having fun the entire time - it’s just awesome. I love your channel, and this video made me love it even more. Thank you 🙏

  • @402SHO
    @402SHO 2 роки тому +16

    She’s gonna be a gem when finished! Even if the engine doesn’t run a simple rebuild doesn’t brake the bank and is a great learning experience.

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +3

      Exactly!

    • @402SHO
      @402SHO 2 роки тому +3

      @@EliHasan are u the Eli that’s in the video? If you man you have one great looking car I’ve worked on a few before they are fun!

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +2

      @@402SHO yes that is me and I appreciate it!

  • @Stuntnsinda80s
    @Stuntnsinda80s 2 роки тому

    That's the best way to rescue older cars n bring them back to life seeing them just sitting by knocking on the door n see if they want to sell. More than likely, they will.

  • @intrepid5684
    @intrepid5684 2 роки тому +15

    That car runs so well. It's great you're helping out this young man. Looking forward to more with the Mustang.

  • @htownblue11
    @htownblue11 2 роки тому +15

    Alex, it is so fantastic that you are mentoring the next generation of wrenchers and car guys. Your content is not only interesting, but has a ton of virtue and fun.

    • @RothBeyondTheGrave
      @RothBeyondTheGrave 2 роки тому

      Well put. Such a great channel. Here's proof of exactly what Alex mentioned in the video about his comment section being relatively drama free & just filled with people happy about what's taking place!

  • @dd1309
    @dd1309 4 місяці тому

    this young man is so humble and teachable! He would be a great asset to have around in any venture.

  • @Stricklinator
    @Stricklinator 2 роки тому +5

    I had a 1988 GT in the mid 1990's with over 200,000 miles and it was cleaner than this one inside and out. These cars hold up well when taken care of. Mine was all original except Flowmaster mufflers, a K&N filter, and a Ford Motorsport speedometer (shows higher MPH than the stock one). I had no problems with it and only changed the tires and alternator during my ownership. Great car!

  • @samholt4139
    @samholt4139 2 роки тому +22

    That's so cool im happy to see you helping out a regular guy and not someone that has 5 or 10 cars already this is what I love to see there needs to be more people like you and more videos like this cause i did the same thing in the last few weeks but to different vehicles but this is helpful in so many ways you have no idea. Very appreciative and if you can do more of these vehicle idk how to name it maybe sitting for years to starting for the first time isk but no faking the funk its all here no deleted scenes everybody thank you and people give this man some support like subscribe and donate we appreciate what this channel is doing ✌️♥️

  • @c.shannon3914
    @c.shannon3914 2 роки тому +8

    Love watching real car guys, not money throwers. New sub here for sure. Great video guys

  • @edpollard989
    @edpollard989 2 роки тому +16

    Alex and Peter, keep this great content coming, what a great concept and the joy on Eli's face is GREAT! Love this CONTENT!

  • @friguy4444
    @friguy4444 2 роки тому +15

    This was an AWESOME episode!! Thank you Alex and friends! Everyone LOoves an old Mustang 5.0. (These were made for modding. Mo powa and...what did ford call it? Posi Trac? Or was it True Trac? Well an LSD diff anyway. No way that has over 100,000 miles. It's 43 for sure. I think EVERYTHING on that car is from factory. Even the plugs. I also think those mufflers were either an option from OEM or were done by request for the owner by the dealer. IMHO.

  • @jimmyboy131
    @jimmyboy131 2 роки тому +5

    This brings back memories of my '80s high school years! It was 5.0 Mustangs against IROC and Z28 Camaros. The Mustangs were a bit lighter so they tended to move out more quickly, if I remember correctly. My favorite was the non-IROC Z28 and I'm thinking some day I'll try to find a decent one and fix it up.

    • @6786700065
      @6786700065 Рік тому +1

      I used to have a 1987 IROC Z28 it was black and gold

    • @6786700065
      @6786700065 Рік тому

      I miss my IROC

  • @kris856
    @kris856 2 роки тому +8

    Honestly - I was soo happy to see this awesome car start and run. Well done - I hope you will make a huge series with this very Mustang.

  • @FloridaCams
    @FloridaCams 2 роки тому +13

    Great content, Alex... Peter is awesome and It's great to see Eli being so excited about his new project! He's got a bright future ahead of him and it's thanks to you and Peter.

  • @zk5598
    @zk5598 2 роки тому +1

    I’m sad about the fact that this is the first video I’ve ever watched from this channel & got to say FINALLY! even better then road kill tbh

  • @chriswise1232
    @chriswise1232 2 роки тому +119

    It's crazy how almost everything still worked after 25 years.

    • @tylermartin5560
      @tylermartin5560 2 роки тому +18

      Ford tough

    • @dramprar1
      @dramprar1 2 роки тому +10

      Not really. Those cars literally can sit in a barn for years and it takes so little to get them back up and running. I have done it so many times. Parts are extremely easy to get.

    • @Turshin
      @Turshin 2 роки тому +7

      @@tylermartin5560 Ford made some terrible ignition back then. But the small block was a durable work horse of an engine.

    • @Roguescienceguy
      @Roguescienceguy 2 роки тому +2

      Build by the KISS-principle. Keep it stupid simple

    • @NarwahlGaming
      @NarwahlGaming 2 роки тому +1

      @@Roguescienceguy as Curly Howard would say, _"Simple woik fer simple people! Nyuk nyuk."_

  • @nitrodad15
    @nitrodad15 2 роки тому +9

    I was 17 and getting ready for my senior year of HS when that car came out. My friend Matt a year ahead of me got a new 87 GT for graduation. I had never seen anything like it. That was a good summer.

  • @Geo76er
    @Geo76er 2 роки тому

    My neighbor has a 1990 Mustang GT like this one. Red with red interior. I've only seen it driven once. She has never driven it in the rain and she has always kept it clean. I seriously doubt the car has 10k miles on the odometer. It's pristine. I've never really been a Ford fan, especially a Mustang fan, but I love to own hers.

  • @krisgarcia4452
    @krisgarcia4452 2 роки тому +6

    Crazy how well that ford 302 just keeps going. My brother had over 450k miles on his before he swapped the motor. And not that he needed it, just wanted to put in a crate motor. I am super excited to see where you guys take this thing!

  • @frankwhite3148
    @frankwhite3148 2 роки тому +8

    First i must say the knowledge your dropping in your vids are the best I've seen in all my years on UA-cam. May God grant you everything you deserve and desire , most important your health so you can keep giving other blessings in this crazy world. Your channel is the closest I've seen to perfection.Also the way you represent your self, it's very much appreciated that your channel is kid friendly. My favorite channel in UA-cam. Keep up the great work and never quit and never surrender. But we need more mustang content lol. God Bless playboy and be safe out there and keep the family safe and always know you are very appreciated........

  • @johnford5846
    @johnford5846 11 днів тому

    Ok, I was a little worried about watching the rest of this video but I gotta say I was impressed with you guys for sure!!..Super happy!!!

  • @rogerheilman2699
    @rogerheilman2699 2 роки тому +16

    Definitely a 43,000 mil car. I bought an '89 Mustang convertible from an estate back in 2010 and the interior looked just as intact and nice as Eli's. Score!

  • @richardsweeney197
    @richardsweeney197 2 роки тому +27

    Eli has a great eye for cars, you did a great deed stepping in to help him get it running. Elibest of luck with the car, can't wait for the first drive.

    • @rodmorrison2701
      @rodmorrison2701 2 роки тому +2

      Hi guys, I am definitely no auto mechanic or the like, I do like to admire cars a little though, you have me hooked after just two of your videos, more so, after watching the the three of you bring to life that $2,500 old mustang, I am looking forward to seeing this to the end, and in-between do the catchup thing with some of your other videos...great show, and it's always good to see that humour while you work.

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you Richard!

    • @richardsweeney197
      @richardsweeney197 2 роки тому +2

      @@EliHasan you are welcome,it doesn't mean I am not jealous...😉

    • @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970
      @MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 2 роки тому +1

      @@EliHasan my highschool quarterback drove one of those in 1988 sadly it wasn't nearly as fast as my 1,000 horsepower 1973 Chevy Camaro SS/RS. But it sure drove nice being bone stock and got way better gas mileage than my 5 mpg I got on leaded gasoline.

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +1

      @@MN2_Kevin_Hill_1970 that’s awesome! And yeah I bet it drove bone stock! And wow 1000hp in a 73 camaro that’s crazy!

  • @ricktaylor14001
    @ricktaylor14001 2 роки тому +4

    Who wouldn’t want a friend like him? “Hey, I bought an old car, do you think you can have a quick look to see what I need to make it run?” And then he does this!! I need someone like that to call. 🤣👍

  • @kswiftful
    @kswiftful 2 роки тому +21

    This is the car that got me into cars! My uncle had an 89 5.0 and my mom used to drive it all the time

    • @miketdavies
      @miketdavies 2 роки тому +1

      Ditto, my mom's 89 LX 5.0! Have a Ford sign over my garage, and there's still one blue oval parked in it.

    • @RothBeyondTheGrave
      @RothBeyondTheGrave 2 роки тому +1

      Same here. It was certainly one of them at least. I was 8 in '89 & my neighbor had an '89 5.0 in this color.
      When I heard him fire it up & saw him getting in with his rat tail blowing around, I knew that's where it was at.
      Started listening to heavy metal & thrash shortly after also hahaha

  • @DUNEATV
    @DUNEATV 2 роки тому +13

    One of the best cars Ford ever made! They are so fun to own and modify!

  • @MK-ji8ok
    @MK-ji8ok 2 роки тому +1

    Sweet Ride. Had a couple of those in the past and they're super reliable and loads of fun to drive.

  • @petervaughan4591
    @petervaughan4591 2 роки тому +14

    Wow, you’ve got to make this a start to finish project series of video’s so we can follow the progress. Deffo a 43k motor.👍🏻

  • @yodaistheone
    @yodaistheone 2 роки тому +11

    Bravo Alex. It seems as though you sparked something in Eli. I Always love to see youngsters get bitten by the bug to keep these old cars running. Keep up the good work and Eli...we can't wait to see your next adventure.

    • @EliHasan
      @EliHasan 2 роки тому +1

      Thank you!!!

  • @bdmacg
    @bdmacg 2 роки тому

    I bought my 1987 Mustang new. I retired it with 306K miles, in the early 2000's. I started it back up 4 or 5 years when the fuel pump died and I am slowly bringing it back. The interior is cherry. It seems like its about 75% of what it used to be. That is still pretty quick!

  • @TS-jp1lm
    @TS-jp1lm 2 роки тому +11

    Your channel is one of the best on you tube. The content is amazing and a wide variety of great stuff. Please keep us updated on this foxbody!!!

    • @woodchucksgarage1517
      @woodchucksgarage1517 2 роки тому +1

      We are currently filming content on our 86' Fox after smoking a Deer 🦌@ 85mph & braking from 110. We are also reconsidering an abandoned 88' Fox we filmed earlier.....so much to get too !!!

  • @towman2068
    @towman2068 2 роки тому +5

    Alex you rock , the fact that you help people is awesome , I wish we had someone like you in so cal . Over here people are not really that helpful well atleast few and far between . Hope one day you can come down and visit I know people would love to have your help and knowledge. God bless brother . And for Peter as well and camera dude 😁

  • @schlick93ify
    @schlick93ify 7 місяців тому

    My 1991 Chevy G20 van has 200k miles & it’s dry as a bone underneath no leaks at all, it has zero blow by & no noises, it’s got the 5.7l small block 350 400 transmission, it’s got a lot of power I was very surprised when I got it running after I bought it how good it gets up & goes, it will roast the tires off no problem it’s a burnout machine for sure, I love old Chevy vans their so cool looking!

  • @nitroxide17
    @nitroxide17 2 роки тому +8

    So cool. You are like a mechanical magician. I like how the exhaust even pops like a modern sports car

  • @xtnuser5338
    @xtnuser5338 2 роки тому +11

    Wow...the memories! Bought an '87 GT MT brand new when I graduated high school. Exactly like that one, except gray interior. First mod: bypass the coolant line that runs through the throttle body, so that it doesn't run through the throttle body any more. The period correct sound is Flowmasters mixed in with a bit of power steering pump whine.

    • @malice6081
      @malice6081 2 роки тому

      Why did they have teh coplant run through the throttle body?

    • @xtnuser5338
      @xtnuser5338 2 роки тому

      @@malice6081 I assume to warm up the intake air for some reason related to emissions. But that's just a guess on my part. I just know they DID do it.

  • @VermillionRacing
    @VermillionRacing 10 місяців тому

    This reminds me of what I just did,
    I got a 99 camaro that sat without running for over 10 years. We put a new battery, some fuel, and it cranked immediately. It was incredible

  • @girodeitalia2259
    @girodeitalia2259 2 роки тому +5

    The excitement on that young kid is something that makes in all dad feel real good, Way to go great video

  • @Itz_Anoobous
    @Itz_Anoobous 2 роки тому +46

    I'd say based on the fact it has the original plug wires it's probably 43k. at 143k you'd think somebody would have ended up changing the wires within that period.

    • @traviswilliamson1356
      @traviswilliamson1356 8 місяців тому

      A good tell tell sign is the interior, 143k interior would be a lot more used than that. I agree, 43k miles.

    • @traviswilliamson1356
      @traviswilliamson1356 8 місяців тому

      Especially with the inevitable mustang driver seat tearing

  • @Given2Fly7173
    @Given2Fly7173 Рік тому

    This is my dream car…..an older neighbor had one when I was growing up- and loved watching it drive by!!

  • @markbielawski
    @markbielawski 2 роки тому +5

    "Remember, safety third!" - Uncle Rich and Steve-on 😉🤣
    Nice job, guys. It's always good to carry a Peter with you on these projects. I can't wait to see the rest of this series.

  • @JamesPhieffer
    @JamesPhieffer 2 роки тому +16

    This was my dream car in high school. I remember reading about them in Car and Driver, as they continuously kicked the Camaro's ass.
    35 years later, enjoyed the video, and really looking forward to seeing this young lad get to enjoy restoring and driving a classic 80s revival muscle/pony car.

    • @thunderroad7289
      @thunderroad7289 2 роки тому +5

      That’s the truth they definitely kicked those Camaros asses lol

    • @cali2468
      @cali2468 2 роки тому +3

      Ford wasn't doing any "ass kicking" actually. The 350 TPI F-bodies were neck and neck with these.

  • @dasfahrer8187
    @dasfahrer8187 2 роки тому +12

    I still love this body style after all these years.

  • @therangercast5206
    @therangercast5206 2 роки тому +95

    When you did the compression test I almost jumped out of my seat before you said it was a wet test haha. I though this thing sat for 30 years and made 12:1 compression 😂

  • @Kevhead7
    @Kevhead7 2 роки тому +18

    Watched this from start to finish. I was on the edge of my seat. How will this end? Did anyone get hurt during filming? Does the little stang get rolling? This was epic!

  • @chasejansmacdj2029
    @chasejansmacdj2029 2 роки тому

    Im a guy who really doesn’t knows a lot about cars so half of the time I don’t know what they’re talking about but I still like watching the restoration. I work on my dad 2008 Ford mustang GT but all I did is put new tinted tail lights on and the side lights.

  • @OCDRex11
    @OCDRex11 2 роки тому +5

    Dang man, just a great video and great times with Eli. I would have loved to have that kind of exposure to bringing a car back to life when I was 18/19. So cool. Love this channel!

  • @xee2
    @xee2 2 роки тому +12

    We want to see more of Eli! This is a genuinely feel good video especially when that engine started running and kept on ⚡️😎

  • @toranzoM
    @toranzoM 2 роки тому +3

    This car is a prime candidate for a dry ice cleaning. Great job

  • @cjmarsh504
    @cjmarsh504 2 роки тому +5

    I know I'm a few days late, and I'm glad that you're recovering the foxbody mustang. I still love this body style.

  • @jordanmercier3616
    @jordanmercier3616 2 роки тому +5

    Alex has been killin it with the content. One of the best car channels on UA-cam, Legit.

  • @joftferny8844
    @joftferny8844 Рік тому

    my 91 LX notch has 89k original miles and it looks horrible on the inside. prior owner was just trashing it. this GT is a GOLDMINE!! good stuff guys!

  • @1986XRV8
    @1986XRV8 2 роки тому +63

    Judging by the interior alone I'd say it's a 43,000 mile original car!

    • @foeloko
      @foeloko 2 роки тому +3

      Add 100k to it

    • @Magmafoxbody
      @Magmafoxbody 2 роки тому

      @@foeloko no shot, definitely 43k

  • @LionelLaCorbiere
    @LionelLaCorbiere 2 роки тому +5

    This was such a satisfying revival! Eli found a good one, but on the side hook him up with some “KEEPS”too. That’s if he’s been looking for something you know?

  • @petertheis1695
    @petertheis1695 10 місяців тому

    You are a mix of Mark Rober and Chris Fix, I am loving the content...So glad I found your channel

  • @AzuraiAeon
    @AzuraiAeon 2 роки тому +5

    this is awesome. it is incredibly hard to find a clean(not physically clean) fox body, but seeing one like this.. ahhh man. awesome

  • @jochenstacker7448
    @jochenstacker7448 2 роки тому +6

    Normally when I see these "first start after XX years" videos, I want to put my fist through the screen at the sheer ignorance and idiocy on display, like "let's just throw a starter pack on here and give her a good ole' krank, wow, why did the engine destroy itself?"
    This is done with great care and sympathy towards the car. I love it.

  • @bsg1138
    @bsg1138 2 роки тому

    This really brings me back. I've owned an 87, 89, and 93. All GTs. My favorite was the 89. I don't currently have one but I could definitely see myself having another Foxbody in the future.

  • @supermanwithheat
    @supermanwithheat 2 роки тому +19

    That feeling of getting an old car that’s been sitting forever running again? Oh man.
    I bought a w201 from a friend about 6 years ago that had been sitting for 10+ years. It needed a water pump (the reason it was parked) and fuel pumps (uses two) and boom, fired right up.
    P.s alex, that car is the whole reason I started following your channel lol I was searching for Mercedes’ content and you came up, been a fan ever since. Keep it up 👍🏽

    • @americansmark
      @americansmark 2 роки тому

      Awesome! I just picked up a W205 today. Rock solid. I love the W201s but finding them in the Midwest is next to impossible. And the ones you do find are junk at this point.

  • @Dumpster_Dave_hi
    @Dumpster_Dave_hi 2 роки тому +5

    OMG!!! I can’t wait to watch this. This car has been a dream of mine since 17yrs old.

  • @davisonhawkins1240
    @davisonhawkins1240 2 роки тому

    I had a 85 merc capri 5.0 the first 15 yrs it was in a garage, after that it was sold to somebody that didnt take care of it so this car could have only 43,000 wish i had it....u guys rock..

  • @Shoeless_DA
    @Shoeless_DA 2 роки тому +6

    To see you guys do all that work and figure out all is issues is so impressive. Excellent! Take it to Larry at Ammo for a detail!

  • @i-still-cruz2430
    @i-still-cruz2430 2 роки тому +5

    That’s a $2500 deal! I would lean towards 43k miles . Great find and project 👍

  • @neilhettig9656
    @neilhettig9656 2 роки тому +1

    i am very jealous. You got yourself a real gem there. I had an 87 GT 5.0 in high school, back in 97. even then mine was in worse shape than that one. Would be so much fun to drive one again.