A guy is about 4 minutes into this video and the emotional connection that you have put forward has already made this video about 342% more interesting! 🥰
@@ViceGripGarage as I've said before, I've been with you since the sub count was around 83k, and even though we get into your life on the live stream, this is what I've waited for the most, to hear your story, your family memories, what made you, you. A huge thank you for taking me down memory lane with you. And Lance and crew, such a wonderful Christian family. Thank you for giving them a shout out, they got screwed and rumors went to flying around on their old channel. They got done wrong so bad. I follow you and them mainly. I watch a couple others you hang around with when I can stand them lol. But you are a cut above the others and Lance and family are right up there with you, because they're good, honest, clean video folks like yourself. Thanks again Derek. Now my question has been answered when I seen the live stream with you getting out of the old Buick.
@@ViceGripGarage Loved the content of this video. My Dad had a 1940 Buick that I wished I could find. Congrats on getting it back and looking forward to seeing this process play out. I know it’s gonna be great as to what ever you decide to do with it. A guy sure looked happy to get it back.
Agreed, Black and white looks better. Added bonus he can throw some Sherriff decals on it and get an old red cherry to plug into the lighter to put on the dash.
@@craigbothen8475 or they keep doing the same content over and over with almost the same car and you can’t differentiate the videos. Derek has done garbage to gold, economy to sports cars, and cars from the early 50’s to the 90’s. It isn’t just 70’s Ford trucks in a barn for 25 years. He’s got variety.
I've had two Buicks from the 1950s. Yours is beautiful! Mine were a '54 Special and a '55 Roadmaster. I'll join as soon as I find a credit card that works.
This almost made me cry seeing this whole thing. My dad passed away last year, and we had a 1965 Skylark that he owned since he was 16. I don't know a lot about cars beyond the basics, and I'm definitely not financially capable of restoring it. It's rough, it's been sitting since 2002 in the yard and is starting to show some bad signs of rust. Seeing this really makes me want to do what I can to fix it, but I'm just so clueless. I've learned a lot from watching your channel and I'm confident I could get it started and running again with a day or two of effort, but I wouldn't even begin to know where to go from there. The interior is shot, it's sitting on 3 flats, I don't know half of where any of the wiring or tubes go or what they do. After seeing this, I'm starting to think I'd regret selling it, but I'm also regretting letting it sit and rot not doing anything with it. I'd love to see it on the road again, and I know it's a solid vehicle... at least it was 20 years ago... My father rebuilt the engine from the ground up when he was in high school. I wish I had more time in the day, and I wish he was still here to restore it like we planned a few years ago.
At the end of the day it just takes money. Either way it takes money. Do some looking around and see if you can find a good mechanic to do the bare minimum to save it.
Well this one tugs at my heart When you said 56 Buick Special. One of my fondest memories was my Mom's Pink in White 57 Buick Special absolutely Beautiful Car wish I knew where it was I would restore it my Mom loved that car, my brother's and Ioved getting picked up after grade school in this Beautiful 57 Buick Special.
Derek you are awesome! Love the family history of the car and that you relay that to us! I still have the 68 R/S Convertible me and my dad built 30 years ago! Best times of my life. If you ever get an inkling to come towards the Maine coast just give me a holler! I’d sure love to meet ya! Andrew
my Dad had a 56 buick special. I loved that car and have been looking for one to fully restore, it was one of my first cars I worked on.. His too was a two door. Now, age has set in on me. so its just a dream.
@@DanaTheInsane I think it hurts that people will separate from each other for their moral views. Either its on idk abortion gun laws how the country should work taxes, they're just how we feel about these things. If you are raised different, no need to be hating on each other. I might not like somebody's stance, but no hate from me, just well wishing that we can come together.
It's a Sign!!!! That she "The Buik" needs a full restore back to Factory Original, Mind yo what with all the extra Value slapped onto her once she's done, I hope you wont be tempted to pimp her off again.
Roger that. Mine as well. My dad bought a creampuff 1955 Special four door hardtop in 1957, I was 5. All white with black and white interior, same 322 2bbl with power steering. It was the family wheels for 4 yrs, then my oldest brother's daily, then his buddy's daily. Many memories.
I totally understand Derek's love for this particular Buick! Just when I think VGG can't possibly get any better - it does! There's a huge amount of nostalgia in cars..... 'specially as a feller gets older. My taste in cars was completely formed by my grandfather's 1967 Chevelle Malibu hardtop coupe (which I fantasize about tracking down someday in an Arizona junk yard - or better yet, totally preserved by a serious Chevy lover!). So I'm gonna sit back and enjoy this vicarious trip down memory lane AND somebody getting a chance to make right something that went terribly wrong.
This has to be one of the best episodes ever! Getting a part of your past back is something very few folks get. I can kinda relate, with be being reunited with my '85 H-D FXR.
eeyup. this is my 3rd trip with young derek and the buick. and still, my eyes’re leakin. aand, each time more than the time b4. im jsta sucker for a love story, and that’s derek and his wife, and their boys. derek and his dad and family. and maybe even derek and cars. yuh think?
Seeing you get your daddy's car back makes a guy feel all squishy inside... Seriously though, what a beautiful family heirloom... Looks like the previous owner did right by her... Hopefully your boys will have just as many good memories of that car
@@ViceGripGarage Thank you Derek, i recognize these love stories, i have one identical with the 85 square body you see in my icon- bought it brand new off the show room floor in 85 and still have it today as my daily~
13:20 as a fella goes to fire it up the first time, i look to the left and read the side of the car next to it. "Miracles in sight", as the old nailhead in the Buick roars to life. Well Moses sandals, i guess its right, isnt it!? 😂 i love that old Buick, she's a beauty! All that hard work years ago paid off Derek!
I just love his lingo and the way he says things, tells stories, etc. and he is just simply so damn calm, all the time. We could all learn how to be better humans from him.
Oh yes! That´s big part of me watching Derek´s videos. For me being swedish and not having english as my first language I really enjoy the way he express things... Anyone who knows if Derek has got swedish ancestors? Many of those folks in the northern states has, Minnesota, Wisconsin etc.
I am 70 yo now. I was raised by my grandparents. They bought a '55 Roadmaster off the showroom in NJ. Moved to FL in '57, when I was 7. It was blk w/wht roof. Made more than one road trip standing up in the front seat between them, my grandma had a death grip on my legs all the way. Strange way of thinking back in the '50s. Your reference 'like sitting on your grandma's couch' struck a heart string. Thanks for the reminder of the delicate, simple truth that we all held so dear. God Bless.
Hello, ever since I was a little girl, I'm 52yr now, I've always wanted an "old car", to me from the 50's, but not a 55 Chevy everybody has. I found a 1950 Pontiac Silverstreak Chieftain w/2dr hardtop, straight 8 engine, and light up Indian hood ornament for $200 w/ my largest paycheck. I named her Christine after the movie because when my stepdad put the 6volt battery in, I came out one night and sat inside, happy to have my first car. I turned on the radio and the song "Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley!!😍 She can talk to me thru the radio!! She's been sitting at my friend's for 30+ yrs now. Because of life's roller-coaster I couldn't get to her. Now I'm remarried with more than $200 that I can bring her to me. I really want her to start up like this gentleman revives these older cars from the fields or salvage yards!! I hope he sees my post and send an email to reach him. When Christine wakes up and I turn on her radio, I know she'll sing some love song from somebody, singing🎶"What Took You 🎶So Long To 🎶Come Back 🎶To Me!!"🎶😍
@@elmerlindsay9584 It seems like his father started with him as a young boy to learn about cars, especially with these older cars his father knew alot about. That father-son bond was, and obviously still is, a cherished memory that working and fixing these cars can bring back those feelings. I can hear it in his voice during this taping and it's a wonderful thing to know. God bless all of us.
@@andreabelinda1355 There's something very special about that "first car". In 1977 I was 17 & my first car was a '59 2 door Impala very nice car. I got obsessed with it. We all recall where we were at August 16,1977 when Elvis died. I heard it on the radio at a stop light in my '59 Impala. The '59' is my "Christine". The car is history I regret to say I got into a bad accident..
@@WINGGULLSEAGULL Yes, it really is. I've never liked the newest cars. I drove my son's new car and the seats were so hard and controls stiff. Not my 78 Lincoln!! The leather is broke in and comfy. Controls slide in place, just smooth all over!!
Derek, I know you said this video is more for documenting this for your kids/family, but I want to thank you for uploading this for us to see too. This is something I've always wanted to do with my uncles 74 Duster, which I know I'll never find. A blue v8 (does a 340 sound right? I'm not picky on the motor as long as it rumbles) with wide mags on the back. This is inspiration to find even another one like it some day like your current giveaway car. You just dont find those things on the east coast in Canada anymore. The Buick looks amazing, and I'm so happy for you that you've found your old man's Buick. Heck it means a lot to me, I cant believe how much it means to you. Proud of you buddy. -Darian
I’m not even really that interested in cars but I love this channel because this dude so laid-back. It is inspiring to listen to him as he seemingly rambles, stumbling onto the next problem to solve. He calmly and methodically solves The problems that are impossible to predict - the problems arising from corrosion, wear and tear, rot, etc. The result is just a tonic for the soul! Kudos and God bless!
Sir, I recently lost my driver's license and I haven't driven in months. Seeing the time-lapse and listening to the music while you drove helped me in ways you don't even know. Thank you.
Don't feel bad brother it's only temporary, me my car was stolen during this episode 2019 Mazda GT 3 Hatchback. Now watching the after the carwash episode.
True that James. My father was never around when I was growing up but I have two boys 3 and 4 years old and I'm gonna make darn sure i can teach them all I know about cars and wrenching. Love how Derek gets his kids involved in some of his projects. And watching what Derek does gives me pointers so hopefully my boys dont end up being braindead and stuck to their phones when they get older.
I'm rowing that same boat. No Dad around to get those great memories but sure did my best for my boys. I always say, it not the car or project its the story behind it.
The most beautiful runnig motor I ever experienced was a 1970 cad. 472? It was a low mileage rescue job. The car was a beige on biege? Boat but the engine was sweet. After scraping out the Pensoil and or Quacker State and putting in castrol 20-50 the engine began to guiet down. Then it smoothed out. You could cruise at 85 but at 70 the engine would purr. A powerful but beautiful purring sound... amazing. Thinking back now... I put new AC Delco plugs in,The old ones were carbon fouled. I set the carb to lean best idle, most old cars were set to rich because no1 understood carbon/ heat etc..Also the timing was allways set to far advanced, because lime the air/ feul mixture it sounded better to the untrained ear.
Yea congratulations!!!! That's the coolest, I have one 65 chevelle SS that I want back, if it isn't wrecked, I put a nasty 427 in it and did no chassis or anything work, I was young it was the first car I ever bought with my own $
@@eileenheitman4351 Funny you should mention the v-max because that the first new street bike I bought in 1986, my father co signed for me. I tore that bike up drag racing the streets of Chicago then sold it about 6 years later. Very powerful for it's time, the drive shaft effect could get you killed in tight turns though, I almost learned that the hard way. The fact that your still riding yours is awesome because we both know it is not the most comfortable bike on long highway trips.
I am real happy you got your family car back. A lot of people don't get that opportunity. I am currently frame up rebuilding a 61 MG-A with my Dad and Grandpa. Worth every cold dirty day in that garage. And I have learned, it never gets sold because I'll regret it.
I'm currently dismantling a 59 mga coup to do a frame up restoration. My mother had a 56 Buick just like that one, but it was baby blue &white. I have missed that car&my mother for several years.
All them years, only now I realise how much you gave. You don't need to rethink anything bud. Go with the flow enjoy the kids, missus etc. Regret nothing. You've given me a morale compass that can't be compared. Take care Yank. Jimbo..
Memories are what keep car enthusiasts likes us alive. Stories are what we like to hear, about how far the car has come!! Keep history alive man! Coming from MN man bound!
That fact that your able to talk about this car and the memories of it and your dad, all while keeping your sense of humor. This is such a great channel lol
I graduated from high school in 1963. I bought a 1961 Falcon Futura soon after. I recently found one just like it on eBay. White with red bucket seats, 3 on the tree!💕. Well I watched you pick up this car and decided as a 79 year old woman I probably shouldn’t try to buy this sweet memory. Love your channel. I’ve learned a lot from you.
As much as I enjoy watching you pull 'em out of the weeds, this is my favorite video so far, Derek. With the history of that car, being able to get your hands on it again and bring it back into the family for keeps is an incredible story.
That car is beautiful! I've seen it in the background of newer videos and had to find out the story - turns out the story is beautiful too. The significance of this car to you and your family makes it irreplaceable. It's amazing that it survived until you found it again. There's magic and madness in that body, and the colour scheme inside and out is stunning. It's interesting to see that your history with the Restored gentlemen isn't just a modern collaboration too. The music, the journey, the humour and effort involved... it's a really lovely package that I get to just sit on my backside and enjoy, letting it spark my imagination or desire. Absolutely love your adventures, attitude and the treasure you find along the way.
A guy is about 4 minutes into this video and the emotional connection that you have put forward has already made this video about 342% more interesting! 🥰
Thank you friend
I'm 2 minutes into this video and I have tears in my eyes.
@@ViceGripGarage as I've said before, I've been with you since the sub count was around 83k, and even though we get into your life on the live stream, this is what I've waited for the most, to hear your story, your family memories, what made you, you. A huge thank you for taking me down memory lane with you. And Lance and crew, such a wonderful Christian family. Thank you for giving them a shout out, they got screwed and rumors went to flying around on their old channel. They got done wrong so bad. I follow you and them mainly. I watch a couple others you hang around with when I can stand them lol. But you are a cut above the others and Lance and family are right up there with you, because they're good, honest, clean video folks like yourself. Thanks again Derek. Now my question has been answered when I seen the live stream with you getting out of the old Buick.
As much fun as your "a guy" character usually is, I'm glad you realised it wasn't necessary for 99.73% of this video.
@@ViceGripGarage Loved the content of this video. My Dad had a 1940 Buick that I wished I could find. Congrats on getting it back and looking forward to seeing this process play out. I know it’s gonna be great as to what ever you decide to do with it. A guy sure looked happy to get it back.
I've never been happier for a guy on UA-cam to have rediscovered a piece of his father. Congratulations Derek.
@Joseph Tulk He is already big in a lot of ways. Don't see him changing.
You were only 45 minutes to my place .. I could have taken you hunting for hogs
@@da-de-max.heavyhaul9824 I usually just hog hunt at my local bar.
now his son will have greater story to tell about the car!!!
@@ragnardanneskjold7675 I woke up with one of them one time.
Don’t paint it yellow. That black and white with the interior is absolutely beautiful. Really classy looking. Happy for you to have gotten it back!
EXACTLY
Like a tuxedo or penguin 😜
Agreed, Black and white looks better.
Added bonus he can throw some Sherriff decals on it and get an old red cherry to plug into the lighter to put on the dash.
It may look better black and white, but the car was originally yellow. It was also Yellow when his dad had it
Exactly, No yellow paint.
When you cranked her up she sounded way better than I expected it’s very cool you found your dads Buick I’m happy for y’all.
Sweet! Like my first project car - a 1957 Buick Super. Painted mine black cherry. Ran great and looked spectacular!
Videos like this are why Derek blew past all the other Home garage restoration channels to become the biggest one.
Right, I like he's true to his roots. All the ones I started watching started buying super cars and other unobtainable cars. Totally turned me off
@@thehoff3189 either that or they let the sponsors take over.
@@craigbothen8475 or they keep doing the same content over and over with almost the same car and you can’t differentiate the videos. Derek has done garbage to gold, economy to sports cars, and cars from the early 50’s to the 90’s. It isn’t just 70’s Ford trucks in a barn for 25 years. He’s got variety.
@@theeoddments960 are you talking about JunkYard Digs on the 70s trucks
I've had two Buicks from the 1950s. Yours is beautiful! Mine were a '54 Special and a '55 Roadmaster. I'll join as soon as I find a credit card that works.
“...Making this more as a documentary for my kids and my family.” Derek, we’re honoured that you’ve seen fit to bring us ‘along for the ride.’
Ditto. I’m officially declaring myself part of Derek’s family.
Me too!!!
Thanx fer the ridalong.
Leaving a vice grip under the hood for Derek to find was a nice touch.
This almost made me cry seeing this whole thing. My dad passed away last year, and we had a 1965 Skylark that he owned since he was 16. I don't know a lot about cars beyond the basics, and I'm definitely not financially capable of restoring it. It's rough, it's been sitting since 2002 in the yard and is starting to show some bad signs of rust. Seeing this really makes me want to do what I can to fix it, but I'm just so clueless. I've learned a lot from watching your channel and I'm confident I could get it started and running again with a day or two of effort, but I wouldn't even begin to know where to go from there. The interior is shot, it's sitting on 3 flats, I don't know half of where any of the wiring or tubes go or what they do. After seeing this, I'm starting to think I'd regret selling it, but I'm also regretting letting it sit and rot not doing anything with it. I'd love to see it on the road again, and I know it's a solid vehicle... at least it was 20 years ago... My father rebuilt the engine from the ground up when he was in high school. I wish I had more time in the day, and I wish he was still here to restore it like we planned a few years ago.
At the end of the day it just takes money. Either way it takes money. Do some looking around and see if you can find a good mechanic to do the bare minimum to save it.
good play to try to manipulate someone into doing it for you
@@arresthillary9502 you're about as bright and cheery as your chosen screen name indicates.
Best thing you can do for now is get it inside out of the rain so it doesn't rust two-way rot to nothing but junk
I really think you should share this one. The family story is too cool and special not to share. Love it.
Wait, was it members only?
Well this one tugs at my heart When you said 56 Buick Special. One of my fondest memories was my Mom's Pink in White 57 Buick Special absolutely Beautiful Car wish I knew where it was I would restore it my Mom loved that car, my brother's and Ioved getting picked up after grade school in this Beautiful 57 Buick Special.
@@turtlemotonation Yeah, I think he put it out last Friday, asked if he should share it.
This one is in much better shape than your old Fiero.
Derek you are awesome! Love the family history of the car and that you relay that to us! I still have the 68 R/S Convertible me and my dad built 30 years ago! Best times of my life. If you ever get an inkling to come towards the Maine coast just give me a holler! I’d sure love to meet ya!
Andrew
The fact this was your dads car makes this so special.
“Someone’s gettin’ arrested. Wasn’t me.” That’s a win right there!
😆😂🤣
my Dad had a 56 buick special. I loved that car and have been looking for one to fully restore, it was one of my first cars I worked on.. His too was a two door. Now, age has set in on me. so its just a dream.
Brought a tear to a guys eyeballs hearing the history and the memories's behind this beautiful old girl, glad you got her back fella.
Please don't apologize for taking us down memory lane with you. I love it!!!
No politics, great content, and family values - I’m all in
Exactly! We believe in the same thing!
G
These days if you have politics, you lose half your audience. I’m glad this has no politics as well.
@@DanaTheInsane I think it hurts that people will separate from each other for their moral views. Either its on idk abortion gun laws how the country should work taxes, they're just how we feel about these things. If you are raised different, no need to be hating on each other. I might not like somebody's stance, but no hate from me, just well wishing that we can come together.
That's a good car wash. I've used it often when I visit home.
Derek. Please. Don't apologize for taking as many trips down Memory Lane as you want. That's a huge part of this car's charm!
Tbh I wanted to hear more. Regardless, very cool watching someone totally in their element
Parked next to a car with sign on its door that says “miracles in sight”!!!!!
Dad performed one for you to get her back!
😎
It's a Sign!!!!
That she "The Buik" needs a full restore back to Factory Original, Mind yo what with all the extra Value slapped onto her once she's done, I hope you wont be tempted to pimp her off again.
I saw that too and thought the same thing.
That was no accident. Miracles are everywhere.
Yep, noticed that a well! A miracle indeed!
3 minutes in and this is already pulling on a feller's heart strings..
I felt the same way....
I was coming down to the comments section to post EXACTLY this same thing!
Yup just wanted to come on down and say thanks for letting us ride with ya on this special journey.
Roger that. Mine as well. My dad bought a creampuff 1955 Special four door hardtop in 1957, I was 5. All white with black and white interior, same 322 2bbl with power steering. It was the family wheels for 4 yrs, then my oldest brother's daily, then his buddy's daily. Many memories.
I totally understand Derek's love for this particular Buick! Just when I think VGG can't possibly get any better - it does! There's a huge amount of nostalgia in cars..... 'specially as a feller gets older. My taste in cars was completely formed by my grandfather's 1967 Chevelle Malibu hardtop coupe (which I fantasize about tracking down someday in an Arizona junk yard - or better yet, totally preserved by a serious Chevy lover!).
So I'm gonna sit back and enjoy this vicarious trip down memory lane AND somebody getting a chance to make right something that went terribly wrong.
This has to be one of the best episodes ever! Getting a part of your past back is something very few folks get. I can kinda relate, with be being reunited with my '85 H-D FXR.
Dude, your story up front made me cry. I'm so glad you found this car and have the find memories. Your kids will enjoy it for sure.
Thanks Joe, glad you enjoyed
eeyup. this is my 3rd trip with young derek and the buick. and still, my eyes’re leakin.
aand, each time more than the time b4.
im jsta sucker for a love story, and that’s derek and his wife, and their boys. derek and his dad and family. and maybe even derek and cars.
yuh think?
I have great memories of riding around on the back roads in my dads old 1968 Bronco and getting ice cream and listening to CCR.
Not even 3 minutes into the video, let me tell ya, hits you right in the feels. Can't wait for the rest of this journey!
Exactly cobba
Seeing you get your daddy's car back makes a guy feel all squishy inside... Seriously though, what a beautiful family heirloom... Looks like the previous owner did right by her... Hopefully your boys will have just as many good memories of that car
Love the story behind this car, that's part of what made this episode so enjoyable.
"I usually don't pick up cars that run"..
God bless you Derek. I hope your dad can see you from wherever he is now.
When you opened the trunk I was like "gift basket" and am so happy you have this car back in the family. God Bless you in this adventure.
THIS is one of the greatest love stories i have ever seen!
Thanks Bill
@@ViceGripGarage Thank you Derek, i recognize these love stories, i have one identical with the 85 square body you see in my icon- bought it brand new off the show room floor in 85 and still have it today as my daily~
13:20 as a fella goes to fire it up the first time, i look to the left and read the side of the car next to it. "Miracles in sight", as the old nailhead in the Buick roars to life. Well Moses sandals, i guess its right, isnt it!? 😂 i love that old Buick, she's a beauty! All that hard work years ago paid off Derek!
I just love his lingo and the way he says things, tells stories, etc. and he is just simply so damn calm, all the time. We could all learn how to be better humans from him.
Oh yes! That´s big part of me watching Derek´s videos. For me being swedish and not having english as my first language I really enjoy the way he express things... Anyone who knows if Derek has got swedish ancestors? Many of those folks in the northern states has, Minnesota, Wisconsin etc.
Almost like he is Western Canadian. Makes sense if he grew up so close to the border.
Me too. Its like Jim Henson on zanax
I thought I was gonna cry when I heard that story. Then I realized it wasn’t the story eye watering me but my dog farted. It was really bad. Ty
I am 70 yo now. I was raised by my grandparents. They bought a '55 Roadmaster off the showroom in NJ. Moved to FL in '57, when I was 7. It was blk w/wht roof. Made more than one road trip standing up in the front seat between them, my grandma had a death grip on my legs all the way. Strange way of thinking back in the '50s.
Your reference 'like sitting on your grandma's couch' struck a heart string. Thanks for the reminder of the delicate, simple truth that we all held so dear. God Bless.
Ya wonder how he got started or what he does with all the cars!
Hello, ever since I was a little girl, I'm 52yr now, I've always wanted an "old car", to me from the 50's, but not a 55 Chevy everybody has. I found a 1950 Pontiac Silverstreak Chieftain w/2dr hardtop, straight 8 engine, and light up Indian hood ornament for $200 w/ my largest paycheck. I named her Christine after the movie because when my stepdad put the 6volt battery in, I came out one night and sat inside, happy to have my first car. I turned on the radio and the song "Love Me Tender" by Elvis Presley!!😍 She can talk to me thru the radio!! She's been sitting at my friend's for 30+ yrs now. Because of life's roller-coaster I couldn't get to her. Now I'm remarried with more than $200 that I can bring her to me. I really want her to start up like this gentleman revives these older cars from the fields or salvage yards!! I hope he sees my post and send an email to reach him. When Christine wakes up and I turn on her radio, I know she'll sing some love song from somebody, singing🎶"What Took You 🎶So Long To 🎶Come Back 🎶To Me!!"🎶😍
@@elmerlindsay9584 It seems like his father started with him as a young boy to learn about cars, especially with these older cars his father knew alot about. That father-son bond was, and obviously still is, a cherished memory that working and fixing these cars can bring back those feelings. I can hear it in his voice during this taping and it's a wonderful thing to know. God bless all of us.
@@andreabelinda1355 There's something very special about that "first car". In 1977 I was 17 & my first
car was a '59 2 door Impala very nice car. I got obsessed with it. We all recall where we were at
August 16,1977 when Elvis died. I heard it on the radio at a stop light in my '59 Impala.
The '59' is my "Christine". The car is history I regret to say I got into a bad accident..
@@WINGGULLSEAGULL Yes, it really is. I've never liked the newest cars. I drove my son's new car and the seats were so hard and controls stiff. Not my 78 Lincoln!!
The leather is broke in and comfy. Controls slide in place, just smooth all over!!
Derek,
I know you said this video is more for documenting this for your kids/family, but I want to thank you for uploading this for us to see too. This is something I've always wanted to do with my uncles 74 Duster, which I know I'll never find. A blue v8 (does a 340 sound right? I'm not picky on the motor as long as it rumbles) with wide mags on the back. This is inspiration to find even another one like it some day like your current giveaway car. You just dont find those things on the east coast in Canada anymore.
The Buick looks amazing, and I'm so happy for you that you've found your old man's Buick. Heck it means a lot to me, I cant believe how much it means to you.
Proud of you buddy. -Darian
Never thought I would tear up watching a VGG video. I'm fine. 😢
I'm gonna do the right thing and pretend I didn't see this comment
@@Taydrum Why, whats your issue?
@@Taydrum A real man wouldn't feel threatened by my comment.
@@bullzeyez3236 I'm not threatened, a guy just don't want to go down that route that stops by the ol waterfalls
@@Taydrum Sorry that your parents didn't love you.
I’m not even really that interested in cars but I love this channel because this dude so laid-back. It is inspiring to listen to him as he seemingly rambles, stumbling onto the next problem to solve. He calmly and methodically solves The problems that are impossible to predict - the problems arising from corrosion, wear and tear, rot, etc. The result is just a tonic for the soul! Kudos and God bless!
Ha. My son wasn't particularly into cars a lot either, but he said, 'come here Mom, watch this', and now I really can't stop watching either 🤷🏻♀️
Sir, I recently lost my driver's license and I haven't driven in months. Seeing the time-lapse and listening to the music while you drove helped me in ways you don't even know. Thank you.
Road therapy is real!! I always look forward to Derek's long roadtrip finds, cause there's usually a time lapse of the drive home.
Don't feel bad brother it's only temporary, me my car was stolen during this episode 2019 Mazda GT 3 Hatchback. Now watching the after the carwash episode.
I'm 83 and this was one of my first cars. No problem. You'll make it. The trans is the only problem I ever had. Luck.
Wish I could like this 100x.....going to be a great memorial to your Pops!!
A guy bringing me along a journey such as this is a real treat.
Love this Derek! I don’t have any memories like this with my dad, but I’m sure doing my darndest to make them with my son!
True that James. My father was never around when I was growing up but I have two boys 3 and 4 years old and I'm gonna make darn sure i can teach them all I know about cars and wrenching. Love how Derek gets his kids involved in some of his projects. And watching what Derek does gives me pointers so hopefully my boys dont end up being braindead and stuck to their phones when they get older.
I'm rowing that same boat. No Dad around to get those great memories but sure did my best for my boys. I always say, it not the car or project its the story behind it.
Thats all you can do. ...
I always come back to this episode more than any other VGG episode. Must be my fourth watch through now. Its such a special car and I love to see it.
The time-lapse night driving was mesmerizing.
Oh yeah! Somebody know the title of that song please?🥰
@@Reg4x4 Sven Karlsson... You should know.
@@paulharrison6679 thank you ever so kindly buddy 🤩
Loving the choice of music for the time lapse driving. Also loving the time lapse driving itself.
Do you know the song title? Beautiful song and very fitting i found. I haven't heard it before.
@@cjtr83 Sven Karlsson feat. Dayon - You Should Know
@@Nexmortus Thank you very much ☺ 👍🏻
I love the fact you got it back! I have my Dads 69 Chevelle. I lost him 3 years ago. Hopefully next summer I will have it in the road again.
Keep after it!
Best Of Luck Cheers.
The most beautiful runnig motor I ever experienced was a 1970 cad. 472? It was a low mileage rescue job. The car was a beige on biege? Boat but the engine was sweet. After scraping out the Pensoil and or Quacker State and putting in castrol 20-50 the engine began to guiet down. Then it smoothed out. You could cruise at 85 but at 70 the engine would purr. A powerful but beautiful purring sound... amazing. Thinking back now... I put new AC Delco plugs in,The old ones were carbon fouled. I set the carb to lean best idle, most old cars were set to rich because no1 understood carbon/ heat etc..Also the timing was allways set to far advanced, because lime the air/ feul mixture it sounded better to the untrained ear.
I’d have to keep this one, anything with family history is always special.
Its bad ass car.viice grip has a fine car good luck to vvice grip garage.its origenal car.good to see it.its bad ass ride.larry m
If you’ve lost your dad, you get it. I get it so deeply, Derek. Nice work man.
Same here!
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Derek, your dad is smiling from above. Shes a beautiful girl.
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"It's never leavin' my hands again." Thanks a lot for the lump and dew start to my day.
I literally smiled as you walked out to the car !! Very happy for you !
Thank you
Yea congratulations!!!! That's the coolest, I have one 65 chevelle SS that I want back, if it isn't wrecked, I put a nasty 427 in it and did no chassis or anything work, I was young it was the first car I ever bought with my own $
Takes me back to when my Dad helped me bring home my first motor cycle. I was 14. Still riding at 68.
My old man helped me do the same to my first used and first new motorbike even though he disliked them.
I’m 71. Still riding. Mine’s a 2005 V-max. I’ll ride till I can’t walk. A stubborn determination serves me well. Be careful, friend
@@eileenheitman4351 Funny you should mention the v-max because that the first new street bike I bought in 1986, my father co signed for me. I tore that bike up drag racing the streets of Chicago then sold it about 6 years later. Very powerful for it's time, the drive shaft effect could get you killed in tight turns though, I almost learned that the hard way. The fact that your still riding yours is awesome because we both know it is not the most comfortable bike on long highway trips.
This makes me happy, we all have that one car that got away. The fact you found yours just made my day.
She’s a tuxedo beauty. Thank you for the intro pulled on the heart strings.
I'm really happy for a guy that you've got your car back
Memory Lane is good. We run across certain cars in our life. That make a real impact on us. Cars that bring smiles to our faces.
Cheers
I'm happy for a fellar. Getting that car back with all of it's memories and is priceless. Thanks for sharing.
Nice tunes at 28:40. I enjoyed this episode quite a bit, thanks thanks thanks!
Amazing story Derek... Thank you for sharing with us
Glad you enjoyed it!
Hey Derek, you can swing us down memory lane anytime you want. Love the story about the Buick and I'm sure most of your other viewers do as well.
Appreciate you being respectful of the hammer lane. To many people don't understand you aren't supposed to dilly dally around in it.
That's true, either hammer it or hammer off
As Richard Hammond said: it's like a public bathroom. You enter, you do what you're supposed to do and you get out. You don't hang in bathrooms.
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This one has less mechanical issues and more heartfelt substance.❤
Love Dad connection
You got a guy tugging At the old heart ❤ strings here. Great vid
Thank you David
Good for you ! Your pa would be proud, he raised a good boy. Take good care of that classic .
A guy likes seeing two great channels crossing over like this it just warms a guy right in the old blood making happner
I am real happy you got your family car back. A lot of people don't get that opportunity.
I am currently frame up rebuilding a 61 MG-A with my Dad and Grandpa. Worth every cold dirty day in that garage. And I have learned, it never gets sold because I'll regret it.
I'm currently dismantling a 59 mga coup to do a frame up restoration. My mother had a 56 Buick just like that one, but it was baby blue &white. I have missed that car&my mother for several years.
“Someone’s getting arrested, wasn’t me” funny as crap. I absolutely love this guy
thats the local police there....
ice cream trucks
The Car wash just about killed me I laughed so hard I cried.
Great edit as per usual. Great Derek moment.
For real! I back it up several times!
Oml he went "over all that went really good"!😂😭
Dude i was dyin.....
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A fella wishes he could like this one more then just once.
SCcarguy *than
So true
@@jumpinjojo doesn’t that shit ya...?
That is a beautiful car! I'm glad you got it back. Those memories are extra special and what a legacy to leave for your future generations!
You know it’s gonna be a damn good evening when vice grip garage uploads a 45 minute video!
This brought me to tears in the first four minutes, and I do not cry often. Love the channel, love what you do. Thank you
Amen!!!
I assume him leaving the creator of vice grip garage"" a pair of vice grips was intentional
Definitely intentional! Previous owner wanted that to be. It was a message for sure.
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All them years, only now I realise how much you gave. You don't need to rethink anything bud. Go with the flow enjoy the kids, missus etc. Regret nothing. You've given me a morale compass that can't be compared. Take care Yank. Jimbo..
The Buick "Nail Head" was one of the best engines ever manufactured.
Imo it’s one of the greats but will never top the 350 way easier to work on and the mods are endless kinda what the ls is turning into
And the Dynaflow was the WORST auto trans ever!
Ive heard that about every american v8 built and ive heard the opposite when they are being worked on lol.
Apart from the way they overheat an hour after you stop and you come back to see the swimming pool is full now.
@@michaelmcneil4168 FAMOUS for overheating issues. I would strike it right off the 'greatest engines' list.
"Miracles in Sight" in the background of this beautiful machine; classic.
My dad had a 41 Ford when I was growing up. God Knows how I would like to have that back. God Bless you son. You are a true American.
A guy truly is his father's son. As my mom would say: "What a sweet boy." Do good things with this car Derek, you deserve it.
Great vid! Great story!
Don't get hood ornaments like that anymore, paint u can swim in, amazing!
110 MPH, Yes!. Right after getting my license in 1965, I managed to get my dad's 4-door 56 Buick up to that number, but with a little shake!
Awesome story Derek! I can’t imagine how good you must feel to get that car back.
Wow! My next door neighbour had a ‘56 Buick Special when I was a kid. It was even the same colour!
Memories are what keep car enthusiasts likes us alive. Stories are what we like to hear, about how far the car has come!! Keep history alive man! Coming from MN man bound!
That fact that your able to talk about this car and the memories of it and your dad, all while keeping your sense of humor. This is such a great channel lol
I was hoping and praying for a ride along on your adventure to find this special car. Congratulations brother!
She's a beauty, keep her forever🙏
Thanks for sharing this with us. Most people have a wish to “have back” a car or motorcycle that we previously owned. Glad you are able to do it.
I have my uncle's 65 Honda CB160. It has 732 miles on it. I road it around town and put it away for my Grandson.
Yes wish I had my first car, but still got my first street bike , got 47 years ago and I still ride it
Keep the wind in your face good brotha
You know, a guy who isn't a gear head, nor a car guy (yet) is surprised at how happy he is whenever a new VGG notification comes.
You’re like me with aviation videos. I’m not interested in flying but enjoy learning about it.
Wow, I'm just over 4 minutes in and it looks WAY better than I expected. Fantastic looking! Now back to the video for me....
WHY DO I SEE YOU SO MUCH
@@Johia_Mapping_2 stalking me?? i dont know 😁
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I graduated from high school in 1963. I bought a 1961 Falcon Futura soon after. I recently found one just like it on eBay. White with red bucket seats, 3 on the tree!💕. Well I watched you pick up this car and decided as a 79 year old woman I probably shouldn’t try to buy this sweet memory. Love your channel. I’ve learned a lot from you.
Love the that sound especially when you backed it into the shop for the lift
Hairs on the back of me neck stood up......
Super happy for a feller to get his dads old car back! She is a beaut!
"My dad took a short cut through a field too many old Milwaukees" classic country.
Watch this again.. 3 years later...your passion for family and it history is so right here for everyone
The music on this channel is really underrated. The song that played during the night driving montage was perfect.
whats the name if it, ive been trying to find it lol
@@brianpaul2536 you should know sven karlsson
@@AddictedToDoingBadShit Sven Karlsson feat. Victor Lundberg: “You should know”
Strikes a cord in a sentimental soul. Deep song.
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@@brianmurray9515 Well said other Murray! Thanks for the info.
So cool to get the old girl back. Brought a tear to my eye when you where talking about the memories. Good job young man!
Now that is a BEAUTIFUL car, congratulations on finding and getting her back where she belongs!!!
I love how polite the Southern gentleman Lance was. Seems like an awesome guy.
As much as I enjoy watching you pull 'em out of the weeds, this is my favorite video so far, Derek. With the history of that car, being able to get your hands on it again and bring it back into the family for keeps is an incredible story.
I feel privileged to have shared this journey with you. Thank you Derek.
Brilliant video, the family history it’s so interesting for those of us who follow along on your adventures. Thanks for sharing it with us.
That car is beautiful! I've seen it in the background of newer videos and had to find out the story - turns out the story is beautiful too. The significance of this car to you and your family makes it irreplaceable. It's amazing that it survived until you found it again.
There's magic and madness in that body, and the colour scheme inside and out is stunning. It's interesting to see that your history with the Restored gentlemen isn't just a modern collaboration too.
The music, the journey, the humour and effort involved... it's a really lovely package that I get to just sit on my backside and enjoy, letting it spark my imagination or desire.
Absolutely love your adventures, attitude and the treasure you find along the way.