Derek, that episode brings back a lot of memories. I turned 16 in 1968, and my dad had bought a brand new 1967 Pontiac and the 67 and 68 were almost identical. The color of that one looked identical to my dad`s car and yes they were a boat compared to today's cars. Thank you, Derek, for the memories, I`m 71 now crippled, and live in a bedroom at my son`s place now, my wife has passed away a little over 8 years ago, and our first date was in that 67 Pontiac. Writing this one out made my eyes do a little leaking.

@daveglover6115

Жыл бұрын

We hear you Gary - stay well mate!

@swede178

Жыл бұрын

All the best to you Gary and thanks for sharing!

@WeeShoeyDugless

Жыл бұрын

What a lovely, and somewhat sad, post Gary. Here's hoping you get some respite from your ailments. It's posts like yours that probably drives Derek on. Thank you and keep well mate. 👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

@garymcintyre6507

Жыл бұрын

@@WeeShoeyDugless Thank you for caring brother may God be with you

@garymcintyre6507

Жыл бұрын

@@daveglover6115 Thank you

What I like about your videos is the memories from a time and place that sadly no longer exists I'm 70 and don't recognize the country any more..Thanks for reminding me I was pumping gas at a popular filling station Community Shell in 68

This channel is so good. I’ve been watching it for a couple years and it’s always entertaining and educational. Awesome to see him and his family grow to where they are now with the massive garage and lift. Derek’s mannerisms are what make it so fun to watch. Love seeing all the cars he brings back to life and the motor swaps and you do learn a thing or two. Keep up the awesome content man.

@Vans1989

6 ай бұрын

Yes I feel almost confident to rebuild a carb...almost 😅

A fella just loves ending a hard week of work with a wobble pop and a good down home video from my ole buddy Derek at VGG!!!!!

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Legend!

@mzaccagnini7179

Жыл бұрын

You got that right.

@TinkeredDiesel

Жыл бұрын

Love to see that car built out!

@janef0sterdcuo360

Жыл бұрын

You mean Feller lol

@shednanigan

Жыл бұрын

Gotta love a wobble pop while watching VGG! 🍻🍻🤟

This is one of my favorite cars he's done. It's deserving of a full restoration. Just a beautiful Bonneville with classic lines. Fix it up proper, Derek!

@flinch622

Жыл бұрын

I wonder if theres a block mod that can fix the perennial timing chain woes with a little extra oil in just the right spot? I've never rebuilt a Pontiac

@tima6549

Жыл бұрын

@@flinch622 it's not an oiling issue it's that the guides wear and the timing chain stretches. Just replace with a new set or fix it permanently by running a gear set

@deanhoerchler7598

Жыл бұрын

@@tima6549 M I wonder what the guy who dumped 14 gallons of gas into the oil pan trying to start it before thinks about you getting it running with very little effort.

@shilohstore6086

Жыл бұрын

Couldn't agree with you more

@shilohstore6086

Жыл бұрын

@Repent and believe in Jesus Christ why he doesn't like Pontiacs

I’m so grateful there are people like Derek that keep history alive. The best thing is it inspires more and more people to do the same.

@fonhollohan2908

Жыл бұрын

agree one thousands percent Nicolay.

@carguy3028

Жыл бұрын

Also agree

@failranch9542

Жыл бұрын

And drives up prices. I liked it better when only myself, Derek, and about 13 other people were doing it 😅

@kolmaxik

Жыл бұрын

@@failranch9542 you can always find a rusty princess to get a relationship with for a reasonable price. “The pronounced classics” - should not necessarily be the object of your desire if you are on a budget 🤔

@lonewolf744

Жыл бұрын

While the government tries to erase it.

The old girl really wanted to take a trip and ran smooth. Love this channel so so much. Best to you and your family Derek

Great episode, Derek! Would definitely love to see more on the Bonneville, get the gauges up and running, maybe the radio and with some new tireage, see just what she can do!

I only subscribe to one channel. This one is it. It's so wholesome, and funny. Thanks, you bring a bit of old fashioned values to the show. Love you guys at VGG.

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@frasermacdougall7610

Жыл бұрын

I agree with you 100%

@JeffOehlsen

Жыл бұрын

You're missing out. Project farm is awesome for starters. This channel should be national it's that good, but don't cheat yourself

@christopherweise438

Жыл бұрын

@@JeffOehlsen - I watch a whole bunch of channels even though i only subscribe to a few. Doesn't mean i don't watch.

@JeffOehlsen

Жыл бұрын

@@christopherweise438 I thought you were cheating yourself out of a whole bunch of good channels.

Definitely want to see more of this car! Glad to see another GM B-Body saved and back on the road!

@jwdenn

Жыл бұрын

Would love to see this classic in top condition.

@brockryan3405

Жыл бұрын

Me too! I'm kinda annoyed at everyone that wants only revivals, they gotta get fixed up to pay the bills! A good mix, like moderation in a person's life, is a good plan.

Derek, I've watched a lot of your videos and liked them. I have to say while I was watching this one how lucky you are to have such a beautiful family. You've been blessed! Your skills are motor repair are exceeded by your skill as a family man.

The first car that I ever really worked on was a 1968 Oldsmobile 98 Regency that belonged to my buddy's grandma. It stopped running and his dad parked it behind their garage and essentially abandoned it. My buddy and I were young, about 14 or 15, and we had been looking over the shoulders of our older friends who worked on cars, so we decided to get grandma's car running. It was similar to this Pontiac in that it was an enormous land yacht. It had a big block GM V8, but in our case it was a 455. My friend and I each had some basic hand tools; a few wrenches, screwdrivers, pliers, and a set of SAE sockets that, between us, was complete. I couldn't believe it when we got it running! We took it for a spin around the block and when we got back to the house, Grandma was on the sidewalk, supported by her walker, and she practically cheered. She was amazed that we, a couple of kids, could get the old beast running again. She was even more shocked when I showed her that I got the front passenger side power window to work. Eventually, my buddy's dad renewed the registration and put some insurance on it and it became my friend's first real car. I don't remember all that much from that far back, but I remember the thrill the first time we took that Olds around the block.

Absolutely love 60s Pontiacs. This by far had to be the most trouble-free get it run I've seen you do in a long time. I believe the first video I've watched of yours was your 69 Camaro ripping through the fields, it's great to see how far your channel has come since then. Keep up the great work and God be with you and your family Derek 👍✌️🇺🇲

@mckessa17

Жыл бұрын

Mid 60's Pontiacs were the best.

@regal105

Жыл бұрын

New carb and a hei, not much to go wrong

My first time going over 100 mph was in a ‘68 Bonneville with my Dad when I was 11 in 1974. “Don’t tell your Mom.” Always loved the lines and look of the ‘68 “Bonny”, the trunk is absolutely massive, and the ride is fantastic. She’s a keeper!!

@kevinfitzgerald1010

Жыл бұрын

My first time was without my father in a hand-me-down '68 Bonneville sedan in Moonlight Burgundy. Hit the top of the speedo late Saturday night on I-696 in Macomb County, Michigan in 1979.

@warrenpuckett4203

Жыл бұрын

Luxury speedboat with wheels

@warrenpuckett4203

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinfitzgerald1010 If my 1970 Lemans sport would do 150MPH.? Also a Georgia Sherriff could catch it in a New Yorker. Most of those old "land barges" really can get going on long stretches on concrete. Kinda like I found that my brother's '95 Aspencade could catch and pass my '95 GSX 600. ON a straight line road.

@kevinfitzgerald1010

Жыл бұрын

@@warrenpuckett4203 Top of the speedo was only 120, but you're right in that I-696, which was very new then, had plenty of straight and smooth concrete the way few roads do now.

@warrenpuckett4203

Жыл бұрын

@@kevinfitzgerald1010 The LeMans Sport was more optomistic had the same cluster as a GTO. But I guess GM did not want to scare the wife. The speedo strait up is a safe speed. But if is a 160 MPH she will eyeball it. My old lady gets nervous at 65 in a 70 MPH zone. It was a lucky man that got one of those luxury land barges. She would not drive my '94 Crown Vic. Because it had a Canadian Speedo.

Love to see the old Pontiac dressed up and ready to go.

I turn 69 in a few days and my Family has had several of the vehicles you've revived on your show. I truly appreciate every episode l can snag. Very entertaining and, well....really nostalgic in many ways.

I cant express how much I love to see your content after a long week at work, Thanks Derek have a good weekend mate!

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too!

@kcm732

Жыл бұрын

i couldn't agree more with this statement. great work and great job as always. thanks friend!

@AdariousMistdancer

Жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage You said we should say if we wanted to see that thing again. There is no doubt whatsoever.

@Vindoublediesel

Жыл бұрын

Aww woaw my comment got noticed and some likes, Thanks guys everyone have a great weekend 😊 and I agree with the lad above me, We wanna see more of this beauty!

Hell of a job tonight Derek you ran a great race!!

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thank you

@moonbrothers9098

Жыл бұрын

Who won?

@moonbrothers9098

Жыл бұрын

Winning his own race again.. Shamfull

@zackeryfleming6323

Жыл бұрын

@@ViceGripGarage you got the shaft on that one restart when you chose to start second row. The people behind you fired way early. I have no doubt that you wouldn’t have won with a decent flagger

@zackeryfleming6323

Жыл бұрын

@@moonbrothers9098 cleetus

You gotta love the mid sixties-early seventies GM boats. Very rugged and well-built. Can't wait to see what you do with this one. My vote is for just a nice clean family cruiser maybe with a nice set of 15 or 16 inch wheels and maybe a nice mellow dual exhaust.

love how you bring these old cars back to life with out spending a ton of money or turning them in to a modern car

Well now if that’s not a real goin’ ta town rig, I don’t know what is. What a beaut! And a great runner, too! Love to see this one come back to life and get some attention and love.

I discovered Vice Grip Garage last week while recovering from my third surgery in six months. THANK YOU for your humble attitude and your exceptional skills, and for sharing little glimpses of your family. Love the show!!!

@johnfranklin5277

Жыл бұрын

Get well James! 😊

@williamlock2984

Жыл бұрын

Right on! This guy is fun

@walterkersting9922

9 ай бұрын

What you need is low-key humor after surgery. You get somebody who makes you laugh real hard, it’s going to be painful on the guy…

That's a good looking car! I love seeing the classics come back to life, keep up the good work Derek!

This car was made the year I was born. A beautiful cruiser. Would love to see it fully restored. Would love to have a vintage gem like this. I'm glad to see you bring these gems back to life instead of them just sitting and wasting away. I love the color on this one. Amazing interior too.

One of these could break a speed record just by occupying both ends of the Salt Flats. I was a young mechanic in those days, and I remember being annoyed when mid-sized cars started being called full-sized. The 'boat's' days were numbered. Thanks Derek for waking the old girl up. She still has a few things to say.

Congratulations on 1.5M subscribers Derek. That’s a huge accomplishment. You’ll be at 2M in no time. Love your content.

1968 was the year I was born and the old pontiac is the perfect year I love the color of the car it's just so beautiful😊

This video brought me great joy and excitement. I got my driver's license in 1968 so I'm right out of this era. My dad had big GM's since the time I was a little guy and started hanging around watching him doing his own garage maintenance. I learned a lot about the GM V-8s through all those years. Dad had a '60 Buick 225, '60 Pontiac Ventura, '62 Pontiac Catalina, '64 Pontiac Bonneville, '64 Olds 98, '70 Pontiac Bonneville, and '73 Olds 98. At about that time I left home but he continued with big GM's and then switched to Lincolns in the '90s onward.

The very first 20 minutes is precisely why Derek is the top dog!! This channel has been my favorite since the garage days and I am happy to be part of the family that will grow into the millions before too long.

@Rogue_FiveR5

Жыл бұрын

Hate to break it to you, he's already there 👊🏻

@_BAD_MERC_

Жыл бұрын

@@Rogue_FiveR5 I probably should have been a little more clear. I know he has millions and millions of fans. I actually meant subscribers. Thank you for the correction though you are absolutely right

@Rogue_FiveR5

Жыл бұрын

@@_BAD_MERC_ It’s all good. I’ve been watching since the revival of Independence.

I can’t thank a guy enough for bringing back memories of my parents Pontiac when I was just knee high to a grasshopper. Waaaay to happy you’re back on rescues, perfect😎👊🏻

@MedSurg420

Жыл бұрын

Rescues haven't gone anywhere.

Beautiful car; I saw them on the road when they were new, and the Bonneville always seemed luxurious to me (we were poor). I don't think I ever saw anyone under the age of 65 driving one, so as a kid I thought they were old folks cars. But I always wanted to ride in one. You did a fine job bringing this one back to life. It's still a beauty, and I genuinely hope you'll do much more with it!

You got me back, 1967,68 Catalina , Bonneville, Executive , my favorite!

I love those old Pontiac's, they look so sleek and ride like a dream. That's a go'n to town rig right there! Glad to see it running down the road again. Brings back a lot of memories. Thank you Derek..

@frankdenardo8684

Жыл бұрын

Pontiac Excitement from the 1968 model year.

@frankbrunner9360

Жыл бұрын

Burbank CALI ...After dark, 1966 (?) I saw a pink one in the (sidewalk) showroom window . WOW.

You're the King of reviving classics, just love it. Puts a big smile on my face. 😊🚗

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoy it!

What a lucky Young Man!! He gets to See all the Iconic Classic Cars!! (in Person) 😳

I came to this video because I came across a '68 Bonneville identical to this one but dark green in a salvage yard here in Oklahoma yesterday. It's complete except wheels. The yard shot me a tempting price. Ooh the dilemma.

Dereks transformation from original VGG videos to those today are amazing. He's really refined his craft and the world is better for it. BRING THE THUNDER!!!

@Martin.Wilson

Жыл бұрын

FEED 'ER THE ONIONS!

@keithharden7844

Жыл бұрын

Well he's having his Hollywood experiences and learning

@delbertlash4288

Жыл бұрын

​@@Martin.Wilson11 😊😊😊😊

@MrWolfSnack

Жыл бұрын

@@keithharden7844 He hasn't changed, it;s just his country bumpkin Wisconsonite bit is now going national.

@cavemanboogie7979

Жыл бұрын

Yeah talk about memories I had a 68 Pontiac executive you're really don't see them anymore mine was red white trim and had to white interior fairly identical to the Bonneville drove the crap out of that car slept in the trunk with more room than a camper finally wound up trading it in California for a chopper in 1980😂😂😅

Derek is such a character that no matter what your first episode of VGG was, it's always hilarious. "WAY too much, perfect" the first time will have you rewinding like "did I hear that right?" But you still love it as you say it along after the 50th time.

@ronammologist16

Жыл бұрын

I don't think his family tree has any branches...

@thekingsilverado3266

Жыл бұрын

Derek & I is planning a camping trip with that car. I betted him if we put a tarp over that trunk lid we can both sleep real comfy in that trunk without touchin each other butts... Okay folks lets do this talk Derek he is in charge till I get there with the big green tarp.

@kevinb.4639

Жыл бұрын

...

@zelashizzz1278

Жыл бұрын

I find my self using his phrases like chargawhirler, lightning hoses, etc etc

@jepthefish2108

Жыл бұрын

i say "fuelmakeithappener" waaaaaay to much. my work hates me. but a guy dont really care. Right down the "yap" also works good

This is probably my favorite car out of all the cars that you revived bro, this thing looks so cool!

I had a 1968 Pontiac Catalina. Found it on the side of the road for 150 bucks. Brings back great memories.

I really hope to see this rig some more. She really has a lot of potential.

@djbillye4943

Жыл бұрын

class

@NaruSanavai

Жыл бұрын

She looks like a prime candidate for a proper restoration, for sure.

@waynedavis7245

Жыл бұрын

@@NaruSanavai that's what I'm thinking.

@NaruSanavai

Жыл бұрын

@@waynedavis7245 Maybe even resto-plus. Mostly factory, but some modern comforts. Derek's rig, though.

Derek, this episode was top notch educational comedy content. You are really able to transport that golden American Muscle Car spirit to a clueless guy in Germany.

That's really a beautiful car.. what a find!. Before my dad passed in '92 I worked with him in his paint and body and mechanic shop from the time I was 12 or so till he passed when I was 20... this show brings back all the memories of him and myself

What a cool vehicle revival and drive! Derek and Jessica, you two are completely rockin' the KZread etc. online automotive/things that burn fuels world. You have both worked hard, paid your dues, figures it out and earned every one of your loyal, soon to be 2 million subscribers and followers. Thank you so much for saving, sharing and struttin' on the roads all of the old American/unique iron for us to watch. Keep on square-body (and other rigs) truckin'!

@ViceGripGarage

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the kind words

Oh yeah we want to see more of this Bonneville, its beautiful. Pontiac designers couldn't be beat in the 60's !

Awesome as always! Glad to see this old boat saved especially since it looks really good for having set for a decade. Great information on correctly mating a square bore carb to a spread bore intake. Keep up the good work, love the content!

@edwardalamo2507

8 ай бұрын

Sweet

No one does this better than Derek. Im so glad he knows it’s what we love the most

@artlife6210

Жыл бұрын

we almost lost him to the television mind dungeon which sucks the soul out of everything and everyone who watches it, youre right, this IS his genre and noone does it better!

@stevebriggs884

Жыл бұрын

@@artlife6210 He did R.R. right, and although it must have been rough to keep every channel going at the same time, He pulled it off marvelously. The one and only Derek Bieri!

Back in 72 I was 12 and my best friends parents had a 68 Bonneville. They invited me to go with them in July on a weeks vacation to San Francisco..living in Palm Springs it was quite a drive, about 8 hours . I remember thinking what a nice, smooth riding car it was, and the AC with the old freon was ice cold!! It was fun and I had a great time. Jack and I are still great friends! Great job here, awsome.

Did Derek ever do another episode with the Bonnie? I don't think I've missed any episodes. I hope to see more 60's and 70's GM land yachts. They bring back so many great memories for me. I am 50 years old and lived south of Flint. Everybody drove GM products.

I love the look of these old Bonnevilles!

Derek, you keep doing what you love and I'll keep watching. Your humor, knowledge, & love of family makes this channel a must see destination.

Loved the Bonneville rescue. Thanks for doing another "will it run" show! They are my favorite!

Great work getting this roadworthy again Dereck. I was a sophomore in high school when this came out new. I' had a 66 Grand Prix which was the same car with added chrome and drove like you're riding on a cloud.

Love it... them Pontiac's were runners for sure... Dad had a 66 Catalina 4 door that took us to the west and east coast and back to Texas pulling a pop up camper. He later traded it in for Safari wagon which was not as strong... 400 x 2bbl... but it did hold 5 boys and Mom and Dad. That Bonneville is a keeper.

Whilst I always try to watch all of the content Derek makes this type is probably my favourite! Going out and fixing cars on the spot has such a charm to it

@carguy3028

Жыл бұрын

I know what you mean, it’s also more difficult in the areas he is working in which makes it more fun to watch and I wish I had the money and time to go do it.

@dougr.6734

Жыл бұрын

The only way to improve this would be to fix it out away from his home yard where everything is. I like the 500 miles from nowhere, middle of a field, limited tools and parts revivals. That's the primo content.

Absolutely love this car!!!!!! This was the first car that I owed. Thank you .....Thank you Derek for this video. You are a automotive god 👍👍

@wayneeads6830

Жыл бұрын

Same here! First car was a 68 Bonneville, mine was a 4 door and i was 15 years old in 76😂

@dj33036

Жыл бұрын

I bought a '68 Catalina for 200 bucks. It had this same engine but a two barrel carb. It was a great car. I took a 25 inch color console TV to the repair shop and didn't even have to tie the trunk lid down. Just set the TV in the trunk and closed the like lol.

@quickdeuce

Жыл бұрын

Almost 'same here' except mine was a '63. I bought it in 1965 when I was 18 and really loved the car,, BUT it was a 'Land Yacht' and all my buddys were driving Tri 5 Chevs and late '50's early Fords so I traded it in on a brand new '70 340/Torqueflight Dodge Dart. I liked my Dart but never forgot (even to this day at 76 yrs 'ol) how much I 'loved' that big ol gold on gold, 389ci Bonneville.

Bentley is just such a sweetheart =) He agrees with Derek almost exactly like Jessica does, too! Can't unsee it =)

I had a 69 Catalina, loved it. I kept a inflatable boat and small outboard in the trunk. Good times.

I think it’s your humor that makes people want to see more of these, your whole personality is great through the whole video, love you bro keep up the great work ❤

Love an old Pontiac! Thanks for keeping the old rigs alive.

This is one of my favorite episodes. That Bonney is a beauty, and that 400 runs pretty well.

Derek.!!! A guy needs to send that Lesabreeeeeee to Dave for him to drop it like he has done with his Mk2 Mustang. We need another awesome collaboration between you 2 👌🔥

Loved the revival, can't wait for next Friday and for me it doesn't matter if it's a revival, building a burnout truck, drag racing, racing in circles, honestly I'm here just to see what you are doing no matter what it is. If we're all being honest your the reason we subscribed! Thank you again for all your videos!

Was just in a car wreck last night, Mother and I ended up going to the hospital. While waiting to see what's going to happen and make sure we're alright I pulled out my phone and to help calm down to get some sense back in life, knowing your antics I was delighted when I found this video. Very chill and enjoyable to watch. Been a fan for a while now but just wanted to say thanks and keep it up. Fyi, we're banged up pretty good and the car is scrap but were going to be alright. Thanks again and maybe in the future we could see big engine in the smallest car you have?

@gregorybarth930

9 ай бұрын

Had you been in the big Bonneville you might have walked away. Love these old monsters of the boulevard

@quagshred

9 ай бұрын

@@gregorybarth930Not the right thing to say jackass

@haydenb8853

9 ай бұрын

​@@gregorybarth930uh, he prolly would've died

Love seeing these old beauties brought back from the brink. I'm amazed at how eager she was to get going again. Definitely deserving of a full restore.

Love that Bonneville Derrick, nice color, that nice blue patina fade looks Awsum and the white interior just goes perfect,my dad had a 66 ragtop white with a red interior. Great memories your show often brings back for me reviving these beautiful old cars and trucks that I grew up around..

Love seeing any and all old classics up and running especially if they have not been lowered

My Grandpa who raised me worked for Pontiac Motors for 40 years. He passed away almost 5 years ago so I loved seeing this old Bonneville brought back to life, I know he’d love to see this too!

@techguy9023

Жыл бұрын

My father started at Pontiac just after WW2. He was working on some kind of anti aircraft gun as they hadn’t transitioned back to building cars then. Grew up on Columbia across the street from the school. He had a maroon 68 Catalina then 73 and 75 Bonnevilles. There was four houses between where I grew up and the train yard and the plant.

I Love that Pontiac you must keep it and bring it back to like new ! It's a beautiful car!

Hahaaa, startup sounded just as I remember Pontiac’s doing. Another resurrection by the motor magician on a Motown Classic… hmmm getting ahead of myself. Seems I recall somebody or other playin a lil Motown in one of these. Sadly I was only 13 then and could adore them with my eyes only. Thx again for another nostalgic sojourn on memory lane.

I would love to see more of this car...absolutely beautiful rig

Thought we were going to see more modifications on the truck, and you surprised us with this sweet ‘68. Man, that sure is one sweet ride. I can’t get over the great shape that it’s in. I’d love to see more of it.

Man that’s purty amazin. I’ve got a 69 firebird with a 455 HO in it & brother if gas was 🤔 8 $ a gallon I’d still drive it every day. There ain’t nothing better than hearing that big block choppin down the road. I love these old cars & you are a great mechanic with a lot of drive. Keep up the great work. Also, seeing you with your kids is top notch & Bentley seems to love working with you.

This was one of the best clips you've done in a while, Derek. Love these 60s Pontiac landyachts. I'd definitely like to see more of this car.

That 68 Pontiac is in AMAZING condition! The exterior and interior are gorgeous! It sounds good, looks good, what an amazing car! I think this one deserves a nice set of tires and wheels and new exhaust and AC! You, Jessica and the little humans could really get a lot of enjoyment out of this one. My brother-in-law had a 67 this same color back in the day and it was a runner. I loved the vertical headlights on that one, but this 68 is definitely a keeper!

@misterbojangles6205

Жыл бұрын

Me too had a 67 Catalina, (bronze w/black interior} good ol' 'Wide-track' 400, there's not a car since that I loved more than it. Changed out the big steering wheel for a smaller 'race-type' Dad laughed his ass off till he drove it and asked me why? Dad I said the other was just too clunky. Wonder if Derek would sell me this one?

---thumbs up--- "... gettin' woozy" Oh my Lord, that's funny 🤣😂!

Switching to the big screen, Yes, large trunks back then. My favorite years along in that time. 👍

Incredible car! Whoever owned it took very good care of it. 👍 Definitely want to see more! I really miss Pontiac.

This is the bread & butter of VGG. Love the car and watching the steps to get it running. The Bonneville loves you too !

I owned a 68 Bonneville Coupe. Was able to sneak 4 people into the drive-in in that huge trunk! It was fast for a big car even with the standard 400 Cu in. 340 HP engine and 2.56 gear. Would chirp the tires hard when it hit second gear! Wish I would never have sold it.

Just about lost it at 36:46... Thanks Derek, I needed that laugh! Great job as always.

Love the revivals! Good to see!

How many of you learned about the timing test and adjustment performed at about the 54 minute mark? Me too. Mind blown. Great video as always!

@Joesmusclecargarage

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Or just do it right and use a god damn timing light for Christ’s sake.

@tj4ndirish

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@@Joesmusclecargarage you'll be ok!!

@Joesmusclecargarage

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@@tj4ndirish I AM ok.

@ihavethedocuments2580

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Adjustment yes, timing no; although I would not have thought of it as fast as big D. This dude is a top notch automotive technician 👍

@Joesmusclecargarage

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@@ihavethedocuments2580 You can’t figure out what a dragging starter indicates? Factoring out heat soak, 99% of the time the timing is too advanced.

41:33 - Awe, man! This rig reminds me of my own car in so many ways. The mismatched carb components, the random upgrades without rhyme or reason, and an engine that wants to run! I'm now reworking the chaos that my youthful enthusiasm created.

I'm from Oregon and I live in Oregon but I spent 25 years in California and me and my co-workers and friends used to run a Bonneville just like that all over the Bay Area some of the Happy Days of My Life

It's most uplifting,to see such old road warriors brought back to life again,well done,sir!

Love watching your show every time it's on. I've always had a soft spot for Pontiacs. Thanks for this one. She's a keeper!

Yes, it would be great to see another episode on this 68 Bonneville.

Makes me want to go out and buy an old Pontiac! Thanks Derek for the awesome content!

That is definitely a car that takes a little looking at to fully appreciate. It’s awesome ,the side view with the windows down , massive trunk, basically has it all.

@melissadunagan6596

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And it needs to be restored back to new

I love the looks of that ole lady. Nice job Derek.

Thanks for reviving an old Pontiac. As a kids, we used to really look forward to seeing the new Pontiacs every year.

OMG Derek .... When you were trying to get gas from the line and prat fell to the ground , i just lost it !! Your humor is so great !! You turn a rainy day into joy / fun & sun !!! U r always entertaining And we all learn along the way !!! Big fan from Toronto , Canada ☺☺☺

@mysterywrecked

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Did you catch the 'goin on a date' line (just before he starts siphoning)? Funniest thing I've heard him say by far, and just under the radar enough that the kids don't ask questions, perfect!

@donleblanc2669

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@@mysterywrecked I did , yes !! ..... the way Derek slid that in ..... the man is Comic Genus !!!! 💯❗❗❗

Seriously, you blow my mind with how many cars you bring back from certain scrap metal. I love what you do and I hope you always keep it up. Great job again Derek.

Wow! You could have a picnic on the hood. And another one on the trunk.

Beautiful day and a gorgeous FULL Moon too!!!!!

That big Bonneville has beautiful lines, and I cannot believe how rust-free the body is and the interior is NICE ! A little detailing maybe a buff out and that car is a going to town rig.👍

I had a '69 Catalina, and if you _glared_ hard at the brake pedal it would about put you though the windshield. It was always great fun going from that to my aunt's '68 Nova that didn't have power brakes (or, more precisely, transitioning back to the Catalina from the Nova). I miss that old boat - taught me a lot about car maintenance, and was great fun to drive.

@thall5783

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Those power brakes were touchy, and all drums too on our '69 Bonneville

@davidlinge4794

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@@thall5783 My 69 had drums all around. She still stopped though!

@mannfan12

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Pontiac called their power steering and power brakes "Feather Touch" back then and yes, you only had to touch those things to get a reaction.

That's probably one of the nicest cars I have seen on here almost reminds me of my cousin old Pontiac grand pre

Derrick I love this old banana boat 😁 as you always said, it's a going to town rig. Drive it is an classic.