I literally just started my grandpa's 70 Ford f250 yesterday, for the first time in 22 years. I never would have even attempted this without your its easy attitude. Still needs work but she's a runner! Thank you for everything Derek hope I can meet a guy someday.

@moe6806

25 күн бұрын

Very nice. We've got an old 71 Plymouth roadrunner thats been sitting in a barn on our property since the 80s. Inheritance from grandfather. I'll eventually get around to doing the same thing. We honestly have no idea why it would put away, though.

@CharlotteAdkins-qj2jj

25 күн бұрын

Oh Jesus

@terroristcam

25 күн бұрын

🕊️❤️👍

@michaelwalsh98

25 күн бұрын

Nothing tops a Friday with Derek performing his rescue magic, of those sleeping old girls from their long years of sleep. The best it gets for an old feller like me !

@amandastyles-uh6zx

25 күн бұрын

That's awesome I have a 1970 f100 ranger short bed that was my grandpa's white red white color short bed with the 360!❤

Anyone else just get super stoked, when they see a new VGG Video pop up and notice it is 2 hours and 36 minutes... Literally can't contain myself right now! I think a feller and family deserves a Vacation they been working so hard for so many Years, I mean consider it Derek, you are a freaking Beast man!! Thank you

@baconfarts3211

25 күн бұрын

Could even enjoy another mail opening, event updates, cold snack video like you haven't done in a long time as a vacation. Always enjoyed those.

@swankyb9454

25 күн бұрын

Nothing else a guy would rather do on a Friday evening than check out a fresh VGG episode with a six pack. Im loving it

@dlyall26

25 күн бұрын

I try to beat my friend to the new one and let him know it's on before he lets me know. I did, however, look on vgg to see if he had a new one he did not, so I went and watched his sons LGG. Then, after watching his sons, then vgg had a new one up.

@peterraboni1197

25 күн бұрын

Yes l love these episodes

@blackheart30518

25 күн бұрын

It’s not. A vlog it’s a movie

Man I really hope you choose to take a break soon. You look exhausted. We have more than enough content to keep us busy while you take some time with the family. Im dealing with burn out myself. Please take a break man your amazing and we appreciate everything you do!

@JaguarMikey

20 күн бұрын

I came here to say the same thing! I agree.

@123devinzz1

20 күн бұрын

dude got a wife and 2 kids at home and he been spending 4 half days a month with them. thats kinda sad tbh.

@Bquilling86

19 күн бұрын

Yeaaaa or it’s the cold snacks. They have that effect on the best of us. Right @vicegripgarage ?

@petescarport

8 күн бұрын

I agree but let me tell you Florida will take it all out of you. I’ve lived here my whole life and have a garage. Don’t touch my cars from late may till after August. Just too much heat and humidity to breath

This video stressed me out! I've been there: nothing works, stores are closed, holiday weekend, running out of time. I don't have half Derek's skill, so so much respect to him for showing it like it really is!

If a movie is 2.5 hours long there's a good chance I won't bother with it yet I'll clear my schedule and/or postpone the night's plans as soon as I see there's a 2.5 hour rescue with Derek. Thanks for dragging a guy out for another awesome rescue.

@user-fo9sj6wj3y

24 күн бұрын

Same

@GrinDiesel1969

24 күн бұрын

💯%!!

@lewisreeves3993

24 күн бұрын

Yes sir!!

@keiths8800

24 күн бұрын

You know it is a good revival when a feller burns thru one of his air pods and has to switch to the other. Good reason to only use one at a time.

@VerifiedVIPMember

24 күн бұрын

Not me. I only watch the first 5 minutes and the last 5 minutes.

Derek, pretty obvious that you are a committed, dedicated, driven Father, husband and mechanic…. But for God sake you need to SLOW down. We fans aren’t going anywhere…Please take a day off. Love all you do, thanks.

@markwade1376

23 күн бұрын

Ditto

@peterraboni1197

23 күн бұрын

My sentiments exactly 👍

@ljohnson9988

23 күн бұрын

He hides it well, but I've noticed in the last couple of videos that he's pretty stressed out. He definitely needs some time off. He could do a vlog video or two if he's worried about keeping up with the algorithm.

@hughobrien4139

23 күн бұрын

I’m very much getting the same feeling.

@andrewschrotenboer9445

23 күн бұрын

Love his videos, and I’m going anywhere either. Definitely has earned some R and R.

You got me when you let Grandson take the ol' girl for a spin! You've got a great heart, Derek! 😎👍

Thanks for the "torch the gas tank pickup tube" trick! Was literally ready to fabricate a new tube for my 1948 Jeepster project when I saw you melt that tar out of the Barripoopa's pickup. Saved me time, money and headaches. Love your channel.

Nobody does these old rescues better than you! Number one reason why I love your channel!

@ViceGripGarage

24 күн бұрын

Wow, thank you!

@weshoward1984

24 күн бұрын

Yea I have literally tried watching so many different channels out there but never get but a few minutes in before I'm done and Derek is the only one that keeps you engaged all video long... he's def the GOAT of car rescues/revivals... 🐐 🚗 🔧🍻🇺🇸

@gordonstarship

24 күн бұрын

Derek has become synonymous with 'revival'. He has surpassed every other channel.

@Corey-xd4kx

24 күн бұрын

cleet an squirrel nippin at his heels though.

@brandonfeeley514

23 күн бұрын

​@@ViceGripGarageYou obviously covered this car in moss and lichen...😂😂😂 the old threw dirt on a car comments!

In the UK its 1.18am...am I going to sleep...er no, gotta watch Derek battle another old car and enjoy every minute . All power to you Derek !

@infaredxx6546

24 күн бұрын

He’s rescuing the cars, none combative. Battling time or , idk Cheers

@markdowning3397

24 күн бұрын

You will stay up until the end

@jackmyers6040

24 күн бұрын

Could not stop watching Big D battle the old Mopar ! Now its 1 am here in Ripley WV ! Man that's fist to see you trash the degikal meter ! You have the a great passion and patience of those cars ! Amazing content that's impossible to stop watching ! Again a great video !

@carpNcoffee

24 күн бұрын

It's 7am. Just got up! Glad it didn't see it before I went to bed! 😂

@RMonkey

24 күн бұрын

I'm on the west coast of California, it's 3:28 am. I'll be watching until the end, unless I don't.

Most people would have thrown their hands up and walked away. Thank You for showing the kind of work ethics and perseverance these things can require. Hats Off!

Just to give the grandson a chance to relive his past is fantastic. Great content as always Derek

Derek! Please take these words of wisdom to heart from a 40 + year mechanic. PLEASE don't hammer on old battery posts. They out-gas and the acid fumes are extremely combustible. When I was about 19 I had a '70 Nova SS 427 4 Speed and one morning I was late for work. (I was framing houses at the time ) I turned the key to start the engine and all I got was Click, Click, Click, so I reached in the trunk of the Nova and grabbed my 22 oz framing hammer to tap on the battery terminals to tighten them up. First whack and the old battery exploded in my face. I slowly tried to find my way to the sink in my moms laundry room with my eyes closed and proceed to fill the sink and stick my head in the water to flush my eyes out. I had pieces of plastic shrapnel from the exploded battery stuck in my face, forehead, neck, chest etc. I'm fortunate to still have both eyes. Needless to say I've never used a metal object to try and tighten the battery posts on an older (or new battery). I do hope some readers learn something from my incident with battery fumes and a steel hammer. Cheers

@neuroleptika

24 күн бұрын

Damn ive done that out of ignorance but luckily no accident, wont do it again

@waterloobear

24 күн бұрын

Those old hydrogen fuel cells need a vacuum line run to them 😂

@jimirox1928

24 күн бұрын

@@neuroleptika It sounded like a bomb going off.... no kidding.

@williswet

24 күн бұрын

I couldn't agree more Jimi. This also comes from experience of trying the same stupid stunt with a hammer. The post by Jimirox should be pinned as it could save a life or two as well as a persons vision.

@corydriver7634

24 күн бұрын

Will this happen with a brand new battery?

About to hit 2 MILLION SUBS. Cant think of a guy who deserves it better er. Man you do what you love and get to do it for humans that you love more er. What a dream. Hope all your humans understand why you do this and its all for them.. GOD BLESS YOU. Thanks for all the content and time you give.

@papatomsthoughts

25 күн бұрын

And over 57,000 views in an hour. He has it figured out..

@robertwest3093

25 күн бұрын

How about that? Seems like he just hit one million subscribers yesterday and just like that he is leaning hard on hitting TWO MILLION!!

@dannystephenson4855

25 күн бұрын

Not to mention the balls it takes to attempt some of the craziness he tries and the work it takes to make these videos. Hard work!, dedication!!

@digitalgulby

24 күн бұрын

I subbed to this channel when he had maybe 10k subs at the most. So cool to see it evolve and keep growing.

@robblake6832

24 күн бұрын

Been here from the start. Great guy

Don't think I've ever watched a two and a half hour repair video but this one was good and your personality fills the gaps nicely. Good job!

I have a 65 and it really needs restoration. I want to get it going for the family.

Vice Grip Garage, the only KZread channel a person needs.

@ViceGripGarage

22 күн бұрын

Much appreciated!

@derekgriffin8488

22 күн бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage all of us Vice Grippers really appreciate what you do!

What a ball buster of a revival…both the car and the environment you had to work in. What perseverance!

@quickdeuce

24 күн бұрын

Yep,, there's no GIVE UP in our guy Derek,,, he NEVER gives up if there's even a ONE IN A THOUSAND CHANCE to get his acquisition back to the Bieri shop.

@caseyrenner7024

24 күн бұрын

I always loved the revivals where it doesn't work out, and he buys some other hunk to drag the first one home, The old 2Birds to one home!🤣

@michaelsymoens

4 күн бұрын

I can sit here and watch you for 3 hours and talk to you the whole time and never get pissed off I'll say check the timing and you do or something else just like I was right there

You inspired an ‘ol feller in Vegas to buy 62 rambler and 75 square body. I’m not as mechanically inclined as yourself, but I’m doing it. One is going to my sister and the other to my son wasn’t prepared for cathartic (sorry for the big word) it would be, but isn’t that the point after all thanks for what you’re doing. Yeah you’re bringing these all beauties back to life, but you’re also helping a lot of people understand family and life of purpose. Thank you🙏🏻

Inspirational. This kind of attitude, diagnostic technique, perseverance, patience and problem solving ability will get anyone through anything life throws at them!

Pretty curious as to how many "bought & paid for vehicles " Derek has sitting in other people's yards all across this beautiful country... Thank you as always sir for all your hard work providing us with endless hours of entertainment.

@MyGarage-uu5ld

24 күн бұрын

I'm guessing all of them lol.. that is a good question. He probably doesn't even know... Lol

@canadiancray

24 күн бұрын

You would have to ask Jessica! 😅 she does the books.

@nothanks9050

22 күн бұрын

I can't help but think we might see the old ford parked here again in the future.

@dombooth86

20 күн бұрын

Reckon there's a fair few waiting patiently for there day

Dereck you are not a national treasure, you are an INTERNATIONAL treasure... because I'm sitting here in S.America watching 2.5 hours of resurrection goodness! Thanks man, keep the resurrections coming 👍

@lightning1896

24 күн бұрын

INTERGALACTIC treasure! I'm sitting here on the northwestern edge of Andromeda and even the fellers out here can't repair a automobile like this man

@natedawg6207

24 күн бұрын

Down here in Aus and have to agree.

@waynebickel5716

24 күн бұрын

@@natedawg6207 im down here with ya mate!!

@alvisafford9945

24 күн бұрын

Here in England

@tturtle1659

24 күн бұрын

Here in Austria after working on my car...

Thanks to your channel my son I saved 2 cars from extinction. More important we made a lifetime of memories thank you so much brother!!!

Im a 95 baby but grew up around this older vehicles and seeing them come back alive. Thank you for all your videos and helping us understanding it easyer lol hope to meet a guy like you someday VGG

11:55 The Barrapoopa. Perfect name for the rig.

@sergioarmenta6593

24 күн бұрын

😂

@walter2990

24 күн бұрын

Absolutely, that's the very appropriate name for this POS..., and I love the older Mopars!

@kellismith4329

24 күн бұрын

The Bolt Action BarraPoopa

@gibsonprichard

24 күн бұрын

Maybe the Poopacuda.

@SenileOtaku

20 күн бұрын

You mean not BaBaRaRaCuCuDaDa?

Derek is the James Brown of auto. Hardest working man in auto business!

@pjh1776

25 күн бұрын

Undoubtedly

@scottleese4999

23 күн бұрын

Dare I say “ The godfather of an engines soul”

"Randy" driving it for the first time in over 2 decades does in fact make this a win. Great work!

Optimism and perseverance are the pillars of this channel. Can’t wait for an update on the old Barapoopa!

Derek, please take a break and spend time with your family. We can wait for your marvelous videos.

This man is producing better movies then Hollywood

Thanks for sharing the Oil-fuel mix for start up. Thats exactly what I use to grease the cylinders from sitting 2-20 years sitting. Your right on the washing the rings and ether or brake cleaner. Its to volatile. I use it as emergency if i flood the plugs or need to see if there's a spark. That's it

Anyone noticed Derek doesn't swear? Theres a lot of things that happened that would make a feller swear enough to make a sailor blush.

@kart70

19 күн бұрын

Trust me, there's internal swearing going on, especially when he realized that multimeter was junk. It may not have been audible, but it sure was visible. The other thing to remember is that swearing and losing your temper is counterproductive. I'm sure he's learned that lesson a long time ago.

@seaknightvirchow8131

8 күн бұрын

Very much so.

This is the very first "will it rin" channel I ever came across on YT and the ONLY ONE that I'll literally abandon anything going on or watching (within reason) to watch a VGG video! Derek, I'm 51 and I knew quite a bit about wrenching on things with an engine but, I've learned more in the past 2 years from your content than I ever knew to begin with! Thank you so very much for all that you do to teach us and keep us entertained! God bless! ~ Scott 💙🙏🏻

@ViceGripGarage

24 күн бұрын

Thanks so much!!

@jar-ed346

23 күн бұрын

Me too.I've been paralyzed since 2017.That's when I started watching youtube and he was the first person that I subscribe to

Derek, the amount of patience that you have for these projects where everything doesn’t work is astounding! You are a role model for me to be patient in the difficult situations. We love you and I hope your knee heals quickly!

@hugginsphiri9507

23 күн бұрын

🙏🏾

@mattw785

23 күн бұрын

yah.. patience amazing

@nicholaskoenig3106

22 күн бұрын

I know right? Doesnt swear or throw tools around...NOTHIN'. 😂😂

@vicferrari9380

20 күн бұрын

I like how he tries to keep it fresh. And it's awesome that doing the pre trip shipment is working out so well. Except it's Mopar 😊

This is one of the few channels that can post a two hour long video and I'll watch every second of it totally enthralled. Granted, I usually have to plan my viewings for a day off.

I bought a 1980 dodge d300 dump truck the other day, Derek you’ve inspired me to fix an ole going to town rig myself!! Got my 12 year old son involved! He loves cars and gear head stuff! Thanks VGG for all the positive content and God bless!

This guy is a true blue American and and National Treasure. Genuine worker. He deserves all good that comes his way. Thanks for the example Derek B🙏🏽✌🏽🇺🇸

When I was in high school I had a light blue Barracuda and I loved it. Watching this brought back a lot of memories and made me smile. I'm 76 now and nothing is any more fun than seeing your old memories come back to life. Thank you so much for making my day!!!

@FrankBrocato

17 күн бұрын

What a small world, my wife is 75 and she and I are watching this as she reminds me of her 1965 Barracuda she had in high school. You are right memories that we have keep us young.

My late grandpa had this same body style of Barracuda, but white with the blue interior, and he had swapped the motor out for a v type, can't remember if it was a 6 or 8 cylinder. It got parked up somewhere in the mid-late 2000s, and it breaks my heart to know it's still sitting there uncared for. I'm only about an hour in but this has been nice to watch, even if it's a different car, it feels like the same spirit is living on. Thank you Derek!

I am 1.5 hours in and the GOAT sounds truly discussed with this one. I am going to stay with him without FF or reading the comments. I have faith in the Goat.

Quit drinking back in December now these videos are my Friday night. Thanks for all the entertainment!

@chicagovasko

24 күн бұрын

It's okay to be sober brother you save a lot of money and actually get things done. Stay strong brother.

@robertcampbell5485

24 күн бұрын

Been two years sober for me. Used to drink everyday for 14 years essentially. I don’t miss that poison one bit. Congratulations and don’t ever look back!

@howie2092

24 күн бұрын

2 years sober here. Keep up the good work! VGG videos are so much better when I'm not 12 beers deep by the time they are done. Even better, I have time and the extra cash to work on my own projects.

@vom4164

24 күн бұрын

Congrats man 🎉 from a young lad

@reaper-sz5tm

24 күн бұрын

I would love to see you do a slant 6 rebuild. Whether it’s back to stock or a performance build, it’d be neat

Pretty sure what separates VGG from the rest of us is PATIENCE, plus the ability to inject humor into situations most of us end up screaming and throwing stuff. Thanks for these valuable lessons.

I can feel the smell of that car! A guy is a true hero.

Being a more recent resident of the panhandle myself, you have my sympathies working in that heat and humidity

I don’t know how you keep going at your pace, but a Guy sure appreciates you for doing it!

@ViceGripGarage

24 күн бұрын

Thanks for watching

@Ellis157

24 күн бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage same here a guy is amazed at how you do it . thank god for the wife she is your rock .

I am so happy for your success Derek. It is nice to see someone work so dang hard and have great rewards. I worked my tail off for 50 years but never had the success you do. Runs nice after the puzzle got solved. I had a few of those slant sixes and once tuned they are so dependable.

My dad in American told me about how as a 16 year old kid, his first car was a 64 barracuda in the late 60's. It had a push button automatic transmission that was on the dash to the left of the steering wheel. He told me many stories about his first car. Great memories!

Dude you really put in the hard work, there is no one and I mean no one that works like you, you are the hardest working man on KZread.

@ViceGripGarage

24 күн бұрын

Thanks for noticing 😊

@user-dq2zv2sp5l

24 күн бұрын

​@@ViceGripGarage It's IMPOSSIBLE NOT 2 lil Brother!!! Thnxu 4U & UR Families Time My Friend.💯😖🤙🥃🇺🇲🏴‍☠️

@Ellis157

24 күн бұрын

you are so right

Derek, I am amazed at your patience. I have never been more angry with a car! I can’t believe you didn’t set it on fire and just walk away when the second starter gave up the ghost. Love the long form videos. Appreciate you. Thank you!

I learn so much more on your difficult cars. When you are suffering, just remember that we are learning. Thanks for what you do.

So inspirational to have your never say die attitude Derek. I'm slowly getting ready to fire up my 1980 El Camino but need to patch the floor with saved license plates first. Love the videos!!!

Derek is one of the hardest working individuals I have seen get ‘er dun and I’m in senior mananagment (spelled correctly). So glad he has the love for these cars!!

Derek, you are so right. Any day you wake up on the right side of the grass is a good day. I just got word that my Aunt Cheryl Comperchio passed away today. I didn't get to see her before she died because my stupid 08 Nissan Versa is too crappy to make the trip to Illinois. I'm going to borrow a car to go to her funeral. Don't know why I said all this, other than we all need to appreciate what time we have, and don't ever put off seeing your loved ones. Find a way to see them. You never know when someone's odometer is going to give out once and for all. I love your channel. You make the dark days bright for me.

@christyler624

24 күн бұрын

I'm sorry for your loss

Your patience with this thing was an example of will to succeed! I’m glad you still felt it was some sort of win as it was beating hard on you. Better luck with the next one! Fingers crossed 🤞

loved the video I'm 67 years old . mt dad had a 1966 Plymouth Barracuda. had a 273cid 4 bal carbonator Automatic. the back seat would fold down and the kids would be there sleeping. dad loved the big back window. GREGG LOGAN.

VGG has the only comment section where no one is arguing or critical. Love when people can agree on something. And I guess we all agree on big love for Derek and VGG.

I'm sitting here watching in London, England and thinking 99.9999999% of fellers would have opened that drivers door, then closed it immediately and ran. You are an inspiration!

@jasonfukgoogle493

22 күн бұрын

The minute the big spider alien thing ran across my lap I would have burned it to the ground lol

Wow, this puppy was a struggle. Thank you for including the last blip on what happened trying to take it home. Thank you so much for all you do Derek, be sure to take a break when you can to enjoy the family. Or start a new channel, "Fishing with the Boys" 🙂

I’m still gonna say this haunted 1965 Floridian Plymouth was one of the worst but best revivals I’ve seen. Even with torn PCL healing robotic knee, 2” thick piles of mouse death droppings and crazy weather situation creating mold patina plus just about anything that could go wrong went wrongg “that’s fine” you prevailed with wicked smarts and comedy.. and you did not quit 🎉the barracuda was back on the road!! Now I was elated you did not have to drive alll the way back to Tennessee because of.. well..health. And even happier the original son got to hope in and drive one last time after 22 yr!! and W❤W after that warsh down the red leather interior looked to die for. You’ Rock! Thanks for being you and sharing with us 🍻

I love the fact you let the grandson drive it! Awesome memory for him and all of us that have cars we never got a chance with.

Come on! He gave Randy an Heirloom drive?! WHY CAN'T I LIKE THIS TWICE?!

This is exactly the Barracuda I've always wanted! Please treat her nice!

100 % why Derek so successful is because of his attitude and his determination to get things to run he's just enjoyable to watch he also gives other people the drive and determination to want to do the same to work on their vehicles I've been watching Derek from the start. Vice grip garage and I and I totally enjoy it... I haven't found a better program on any KZread Facebook you name it.

Derek, I grew up with a great backyard mechanic, my dad. I miss him everyday. I actually started getting back under the hood of old cars with my son, because of you giving me the confidence to just do it. When I watch you channel it brings me back, greatly appreciate you. I have watched every episode you post, keep them coming. Thank you

@ronjones-6977

22 күн бұрын

My dad has been gone since '89 and I think about him almost daily. I wish I had told him "Thank you!" for everything he taught me. I don't think he was ever prouder than when I won a bet that I could pull the engine and tranny out of my '70 Challenger in less than 45 minutes by myself. He instilled in me the two things that have kept me sane and relatively happy in my 61 years: motorcycles and Frisbee. I still do both almost daily. Dad would have loved VGG.

Derek, I turned 50 last wednesday. Things are breaking down man. We're old. Take care. When you mentioned the connection between this thing and a valiant of a similar vintage, I remembered when my father told me that he drove a 63 or 64 valiant in the early 70s. It was a very good car in his opinion. You see, he's gone now, and this video brought that back. I owe you one dude.

This was a tough watch, I can definitely see you're exhausted. It sucks even more when things don't want to work in your favor. Thank you Derek for stick-to-it attitude!. Your work ethic is strong and admirable , but brother..Get some rest soon. It helps prevent burnout and frustration. Take care of yourself please!. Blessings my brother

My first car was a '65 cuda with the 225 slant six, but with the 4 speed & a Hurst shifter. My 3 brothers and I all learned to drive on it. I kept the car for 35 years. It is now in a collectors museum in CA. Wish I could post a picture....

TAKE A BREAK! You deserve it. Next week give us an update video. What's happening with past cars/projects? What cars/projects we might see again or some we may never see again? What happened with the Model A & T? Studebacher? Corvair? Camaros? Grand National? Mustang? Bricklin? Lumberghini? Boys trucks? Thanks for the content.

@marcusaurelius2770

24 күн бұрын

Great idea.

@user-li1fi4qu5n

24 күн бұрын

Yeah that's a great idea!

@TheBibliofilus

24 күн бұрын

Yes, do some laid back videos as followups on some of the more worthy specimens on rusty acres or hubcap hills and engage Jessica and the three jr. Sasquatches and take it easy for a while to save on your knee! I severely damaged my left knee and ACL about 10 years ago and it happened at some turbulent times so I didn't acknowledge it and kept working and pushing it and had a bad, bad limp for almost 6 months and now I have to be really careful not to kneel and get the knee cold and wet. It also lead to me overloading the other good knee to make it also bad and prone to act up...

@timfoote2874

24 күн бұрын

Rusty Acres is filled with lots of Content.

@firewatch814

24 күн бұрын

He needs to do something that gives a little rest, you can he's kinda tired plus he is hurt.

My Dad had a 1966 Plymouth Barracuda forever. It was my first car to learn to drive on. 3 on the tree! 273 V8. Dad went home to heaven a couple years ago. I still have a lot of great memories in the Barracuda. I miss that car. This would be a great car to drive in town.

Something you can do for situations like this, the poop infestation, is clean up what you can with a vacuum then soak all the carpet and interior with Listerine mouthwash, let it marinate for a while and vacuum the rugs again. Long story short a fellers parents had a similar problem with cat poop in a farmhouse they bought, trash bags full of the stuff. Soaked it in listerine and you couldnt even tell off smell alone! Best of luck, long time watcher first time commenter! -Parker

A guy taught me one thing or two about resilience

If you go back for that old Ford truck. It would bring joy to my heart to watch you bring an old Y-Block Ford back to life. Thank you for these videos.

We all get older.. sometimes we gotta shift into another gear. You are one of the earliest, "Will it run and drive?" Sites, you and Mustie1 start a whole genre. Thanks for that.

@upscaleshack

24 күн бұрын

There are will it run sites that are 15 years old. VGG was not the first. Cold War Motors was doing will it run videos 14 years ago.

I love the story of this car. Appreciate the work put into sharing this.

I know nothing about cars but I could watch this man revive a piece of piece of history all day. He’s a true master mechanic and detective all in one!

I'm so happy. Last weekend l spent 3 hours with a guy while he revived that 81 lmperial. Now, over 2 hours of this Barracuda! I love this guy!!

I'm sure none of us have any doubt that you work 7 days a week. I wish I had that kind of energy! But I'm an old feller. That being said, you owe yourself a nice vacation, Derek. Take a couple weeks, take the fam to Hawaii or something and enjoy the fruits of your labors. It would probably do some good for your injured knee, too. We will all still be here.

This episode was literally the hardest, most stomach turning one I've ever watched. But like any train wreck, I just couldn't look away. I'm glad you were able to get it back on the highway, and I can't wait to see what comes next. Keep it up, we love ya!

Derek, since I first watched your video's and saw a very shy , quiet and unassuming guy trying to establish himself, I've never missed a show end love the comedic genius you have become, coupled with the mechanical nous you provide. I love yr programmes and wish you all the success you wish for you and your family.. Thankyou. Mr Brit...UK.

I was running around doing stuff at the house ...I stop...to have a drink and I check my videos and yesssssssssss you show up with this one...and I just got done watching Tony work on his 55 Chevy...so let's see whatcha got here......first off ya can't go wrong with an old Barracuda.....an old Mopar like this is just the thing I needed to cheer up my day!

@chrisehlers690

25 күн бұрын

I also just finished watching tony eat pizza and bench press a 4 speed

@user-ix4dl1dy7q

24 күн бұрын

That’s called a mystery shifter never know what gear your in. They always screwed up on date night

The drive home is the best part but you can't expect it every time. Fun to watch getting it back to life.

Love this episode. I bought a 1965 "CUDA" brand new. Mine was red with black interior, 273 , auto transmission. Still wish still had it. Lots of memories .😢

Amazing work, letting someone relive a memory of a loved one is priceless. You are a good man. I love the videos. Keep up the good work and stay safe.

You know I just realized why I like your videos so much. You struggle and do you best and you got ISSUE after ISSUE but you persevere and keep positive and just JOKE about it and keep the brainicle working and IMPROVE and SOLVE stuff and get VICTORY here and VICTORY there and it really lifts my spirit!!!!

Life has blessed me with 3 mopar episodes in the row. Thanks VGG!!!!

@ViceGripGarage

25 күн бұрын

You bet!

@hawkdsl

24 күн бұрын

"Blessed"? That was unintentionally funny.

@michaelstine1201

24 күн бұрын

I let out a solid chortle when I read blessed. Any time the episode is over two hours you can bet the car is a pile of poo

@bigdrew565

23 күн бұрын

​@michaelstine1201 kind of literally in this case.

@estebanleon8771

23 күн бұрын

@@michaelstine1201 a guy breaks his rear end getting the mopars back on road cause he thinks they deserve it. Sorry you’re a hater 😂

I sure am proud to hear it idle so nicely. good Job as always.

The energy in this one, i like how u keep it together! 🎉

I've been watching since the Minnesota days, and you still have one of my favorite channels. I moved to Tennessee too, late last year. I tell people I'm an "escaped Yankee." It's amazing to me that you make longer videos than Hollywood does, and it's far better content. You're the only other guy I've heard say "the right side of the grass." It made me grin. I wish you continued success, you're a good feller, and a great family man. All the best to you and your family.

@bb5242

24 күн бұрын

I don't think MN is "yankee" though--it's the midwest! Yankees are northeast.

@ViceGripGarage

24 күн бұрын

Thanks and welcome to TN

@odahithedubious2017

23 күн бұрын

A: I didn't call Derek a "Yankee." Although Merriam-Webster's second definition of "Yankee" is: "a native or inhabitant of the northern U.S." 2: I'm not from Minnesota, although it's not unreasonable for you to infer such.

A guy tears his MCL, slaps a brace on it, and keeps right on going. Legend

@LLthereistome2024

25 күн бұрын

His knee is robotic

@carwashadamcooper1538

25 күн бұрын

Well, what's a guy gonna do? Stop?? Never... Wide open is the best (some might say only) way.

@mikerichardson60

24 күн бұрын

Actually it's his PCL but the sentiment is still the same.

I have a 68' barracuda, and I have been waiting on you to make a video on one of these beauties! Thanks for inspiring me to continue working on it!

I always like watch you Derek revive these vehicles, I even stopped by that truck stop in New mexico that had those classic cars, you stopped there before, but now the cars are gone, new owners at store. Great videos.

One of the thing I love about VGG is that he works on anything. I've owned a little of everything myself, and like seeing that VGG does Interesting vehicles. Thank you Derek

Hey Derek, it's okay to take a break... we'll still be here when you return... Wishing you the best.

@aaronrichards5814

25 күн бұрын

Yep I think a feller needs a break.

@ryanehlis426

25 күн бұрын

Yup a fella can take some time to sit in a hot tub and put his feet 👣 up.

It is crazy to say but I like to see the struggle. It makes me feel better about my struggles. I have been trying to get a 65 Mustang started for the last month since it last ran in 87 and man ol' man has it been a struggle. All my confidence to get this mustang running has come from Derek trying to get these old cars going. I love the videos.

Hope you get to fix this Barrapoopa up when you finish with the 35 Ford and power tour and RWR and retrievals, etc., etc......love the content and how blessed we are to ride along with you and your wonderful family and car wrenching friends. Please find some time to rest and relax a little - it's a marathon, not a sprint, and we need you around for many years to come 😊

It´s 12:40 AM right here in Germany, pretty late for a two and a half Hour Episode. Perfect!

I'm really hoping we'll see a part 2 on this "Barapoopa" some day.

Typically don’t comment on videos but you 100% deserve the recognition! Me and my dad rebuilt/restored a 66 barracuda my favorite feature is that back glass! You got my subscription and support!!

@charlesyoung7436

19 күн бұрын

I bought a '66 Barracuda in 1975 for $500 to drive on my job. It was a base model with the 225 slant six and three on the tree. Instead of a tach, it had a thrift gauge that measured miles per gallon. It was economical and fun to drive, but that glassback fastback really cooked on hot summer days. After two years, I sold it for $500, and financed a new Datsun King Cab pickup with a 5 speed and great cold AC. The job's mileage reimbursement paid for the Barracuda, and all the Datsun payments. BTW, I noticed the speedometer needle jumping around. That means it needs to be oiled at the head before the mechanism seizes or the cable snaps.

Great video Derek! Enjoyed seeing the old Mopar come to life. A classic car such as this deserves a second life and you proved it!

Always check the glove box for a new ballast resistor. It's an unwritten Mopar rule...Yeah that's a tough job on a holiday weekend in Florida of all places.

@davelowets

24 күн бұрын

Not just Mopar, but ANY car with a points distributor