Surviving 200 Miles Off-Road in a $500 Minivan
Автокөліктер мен көлік құралдары
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We took our $500 Toyota Previa on a 200-mile roundtrip for the Gambler 500.
Big thank you to Tate Morgan, the organizer of the Gambler 500. Check out all of the insane events at thegambler5...
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The roof rack was 100% essential, given that it remained empty the entire time.
@wr1ght939
Жыл бұрын
It’s so we know it’s an off-road van.
@TrolldaMeir
Жыл бұрын
it was a viewing platform for a few minutes!
@Sniperboy5551
Жыл бұрын
Aesthetics are everything
@rustler08
Жыл бұрын
So, basically every roof rack on every Subaru.
@keenarnia
Жыл бұрын
@@rustler08 I use mine :( lol
The production quality is insanely good at donut. Your behind the scenes guys are extremely talented (on screen too of course).
@mr.cheese2278
Жыл бұрын
my farts smell better then Donut's farts.
@temir8081
Жыл бұрын
i remember like half a year ago, people complained about the low effort videos. Donut definitely pulled through
@tylervue306
Жыл бұрын
@@mr.cheese2278I’ll be the judge of that.
@gnrtx-36969
Жыл бұрын
@@mr.cheese2278no one asked+ratio
@mr.cheese2278
Жыл бұрын
@@gnrtx-36969 bro is a joke. r/woosh fr
10:43 whether they noticing it or not, Donut really helps build a beautiful friendship or brothership between them three. Love watching this. Still remembered the time when Jobe handle Money Pit, Jerry handle B2B, and Justin being awkward new guy.
How does Donut keep dropping these bangers all the time?? Props guys.. Poor Justin holding on for dear life while while Jobie’s driving..
Went from a small production crew to this, crazy what y’all have accomplished. Anyone remember Bart though?
@SharkAttackSkinder
Жыл бұрын
Bart was awesome 👍
@lukavasovic2820
Жыл бұрын
They need to bring back Science Garage fr, def one of the top 3 donut shows
@hafidzgi
Жыл бұрын
I'll be honest, if it wasn't because of Science Garage and Bart, I wouldn't have known Donut for as long as I am right now
@fariedfredericks8269
Жыл бұрын
@@lukavasovic2820damn sound like you guys have been watching since they started
@NightcoreThunder
Жыл бұрын
Miss Bart. And all the old series they did
I love Previas. I used to tell people (when I had the AllTrac SE Supercharged version) that I drove the minivan equivalent of a Porsche 911 a turbo. Mid engine, all wheel drive and forced induction. Glorious car!!
@SpaceMissile
Жыл бұрын
honestly looks good for a minivan, too. kinda like the shape.
@arcanondrum6543
Жыл бұрын
I was never a minivan customer but I remember the sensation caused by the Chrysler Minivan in 1983 (for 84). Toyota came along 7 years later and 4 years after that was the Honda Odyssey. If Toyota had been the only Japanese challenger to the Chrysler Minivan, it would have caught on quickly but Honda had established their reliability and came along with a simpler design, nice appointments, better looks and a lower price. I own a Tacoma and I would never purchase a unibody "pickup" like the Honda Ridgeline.
@TylerTV04
Жыл бұрын
previas are sick, i have one similar to this that i modded and go camping in (n/a, rwd, slighly less clapped out). theyre good comfy cars with a surprising amount of room and have decent capability with suspension mods. main downside is they're a absolute nightmare to work on (especially when that headgasket goes👎)
@willfox640
Жыл бұрын
@@SpaceMissile they do!! I used to call mine “the grub” because it reminded me of a grub cruising around on the Forrest floor lol
@turbo_marc
Жыл бұрын
coolest minivan ever, hands down
Previa? heck yeah! I love these mini vans in awd platform. I helped maintain 3 of them for over 10 years and even replace a blown motor in one. I live in the brutal winter midwestern Wisconsin and the awd platform was ahead of all its competitors. In the summer heat the over head auxiliary ac unit was so delightful for the rear passengers. I would have gladly donate one to Donut if I had one today.
I am super excited to see Donut at the Gambler again. The video with James, Ify, Bart and Chappie is classic.
@matthewraza9792
5 ай бұрын
One of my favorite KZread videos of all time.
How does Donut keep dropping these bangers all the time?? Props guys.
@alinfriedman8080
Жыл бұрын
Love DONUT!😊
@WandileTlaleane
Жыл бұрын
Bros dickriding... Donut has been on a decline ever since they stopped the individual shows and they've become a surface level car youtube channel now
@nicscharing
Жыл бұрын
These are thirvest videos
@Niekomojo
Жыл бұрын
@@WandileTlaleanethey’re obviously just doin what gets the most views
@DsChauhan08
Жыл бұрын
Anybody has idea that which lake was there campsite?
Seeing Justin in the powerwheels makes me want to see a donut series about upgrading a powerwheels
@Ibrokemywrist
Жыл бұрын
THIS
@Orofino6
Жыл бұрын
Collaboration with Grind Hard Plumbing Co 🙌
@martinwheat2018
Жыл бұрын
@@Orofino6yes that would be awesome
@SlapStyleAnims
Жыл бұрын
Hell yes
@EDoe7963
Жыл бұрын
I can hear it now... "A Turbo? A Cummins engine? A JET ENGINE??? In this video, we see what it takes to make a beautiful Powerwheels to go 100 miles per hour. First things first, we need to take it to the dyno to see how many hrsprs this baby has..."
its insane how far these guys have come. and they all seem just as genuine as before they got famous
I've always thought it would be a good idea for you guys to try something like this. You fit the road trip/TG style of car content really well because of your chemistry with each other. Cool to see, hope you do more like this.
Jerry saying the sentence “riding a 105 year old man 200 miles” is absolutely wild
@felpsie2461
11 ай бұрын
i was looking for this comment
@simsimw
11 ай бұрын
🤨
@griffinroblox73
10 ай бұрын
how do you ride a person
@simsimw
10 ай бұрын
your too innocent@@griffinroblox73
@gabe3022
10 ай бұрын
@@griffinroblox73 you have much to learn young fella
I think that Donut should make a series where the boys take part in all of the most silly races across USA. Would be so iconic to see always a bright donut yellow car on the grid!
@tomilidzons7262
Жыл бұрын
yes!!!!!!! @Donut you have to!
@emilziobro2910
Жыл бұрын
Donut racing team xd Love the idea!
@Avretto32
Жыл бұрын
gold idea
@spencerfalzy
Жыл бұрын
Top gear 2
Honestly love seeing you guys thriving! Been watching you guys since 2016/2017 and am so happy your guy’s stuff is in Zumies!
You guys have been seriously upping the quality of your videos. The pace has been amazing, coupled with the huge improvement in editing. Always happy to watch your videos!
I feel like whenever these junkers rises to a challenge like this, it deserves a rebuild. I want a build series that turns the Previa into a fun little off-roader.
@aaronburkeen6409
Жыл бұрын
I actually think it would be an excellent offroad vehicle. It is well balanced and reliable. Raise it, give it good suspension and tires, and let it run wild.
@Makaya9s
Жыл бұрын
@@aaronburkeen6409 true plus most old japanese minivans came with a 4wd option so i wouldn't be surprised if the previa did too. If they swapped that in combined with the manual trans+4wd box and fixing all the issues i think it would beat alot of off-road vehicles
@liamflynn6929
Жыл бұрын
@@Makaya9sprevia did come with an awd option. Also came with a supercharged option
@Demonslayer20111
Жыл бұрын
@@Makaya9s it did. Previa options included 4x4, supercharger, and a five speed manual. All though if you wanted the manual, you couldn't have the supercharger and vice versa.
@Makaya9s
11 ай бұрын
@@Demonslayer20111 unless you put the supercharger in anyway!
I think I speak for the majority of ppl when I say we’d prefer longer videos when the topic is anything related to a road trip, it gives very old top gear-esque vibes and the longer it is the more enjoyable to us, or at least me
Man I've been waiting on another Donut x Gambler video for YEARS, and this episode is really showing how good Donut have gotten, it's arguably almost TV quality
The extra effort that goes into the graphics, sounds and titles on these videos are amazing. Some of the best on the internet.
I’m so glad to finally see Justin getting settled in and comfortable at Donut
@wookiebear8468
Жыл бұрын
i felt like Justin never felt out of place though.
@vidyajamesu
Жыл бұрын
Yeah! I wasn't sure of him when he was first introduced but man he's irreplaceable now! What a great lad.
@saikeshi
Жыл бұрын
He always had the personality, passion, and knowledge. he just had to hone his on camera skills. Now days shines as a host and presenter.
@xodiaq
Жыл бұрын
@@wookiebear8468not so much out of place, but he had that nervous newbie vibe, and the last few videos that’s been gone.
@RobertHarris---
Жыл бұрын
He's been there over a year
Watching Donut as an adult is like watching Top Gear as a kid or teenager... There is only one...of a kind! I love this channel and I love everyone who shares my love for these guys 🤝🤝
@gonerator
Жыл бұрын
Exactly, Donut is for me now the place that Top Gear was for many years
@donkedic1
Жыл бұрын
This Previa video practically pays homage to the Hilux episodes. Just more proof that Yota builds tanks.
@thatbloomer5642
Жыл бұрын
I'm glad that it legit is like that. I mean, I'm glad the legacy of the trio lives on through these guys.
@gonerator
Жыл бұрын
@@donkedic1 its Toyota! ;P
@RexWort
Жыл бұрын
Instead of driving expensive cars They drive cars you see in Craigslist 😂
Finally!! Excellent video! Wish it was longer! I would watch an hour long cut of this!
The editing and flow on this video was top notch honestly. Can't believe how far you've guys come!
Poor Justin holding on for dear life while while Jobie’s driving.
@minibelt3222
Жыл бұрын
💀
@itsbuyorbye8736
Жыл бұрын
And he not even looking at the road half the time just pinning it
@Spudmuffinz
Ай бұрын
He's either holding the van together back there or training to be Axle from twisted metal
I'd love to see an extended cut of this trip!
@jfighter004
11 ай бұрын
Yeah I felt like it was compacted too much. Didn’t really give the sense of adventure, more like: hurry up we gotta get this video out!
been binging Donut for a few weeks now. Sad I missed that meet up a few months back. Would love a big city east coast tour with the merch van!
Loved this video, just stupid risky fun, a tunnel, beautiful view from the volcano. Awesome, keep it up!
its so cool to see how much you guys have grown as a channel
@jjlpinct
Жыл бұрын
But not as adults lol
@GuneetAtwal1996
Жыл бұрын
@@jjlpinct Being an adult sucks
@lawlkings
Жыл бұрын
This reminds me of Clarkson, Hammond, and May Top Gear times
@2p19
Жыл бұрын
@@lawlkings Back in 06, my best teenage memories is coming home on friday to watch top gear :D
@Heisenberg2002
Жыл бұрын
@@GuneetAtwal1996 indeed it does
I love how Justin was in the back hands spread out he made his own roll cage 😂😂 13:07
@SpaceMissile
Жыл бұрын
"roll cage" got me chortling over here
@CameronZ28
Жыл бұрын
that killed me too lmao
@michaelkevinmirasol8256
Жыл бұрын
He's keeping the Previa from falling apart lol
They are really starting to understand the kind of content we love seeing. Keep. It. Up.
I love all of you but I just finished watching all the Top Gear road trips and I can't help but role my eyes. Boys, watch those road trips and take inspiration. But what ever you do, keep at it because yall got it
Jerry holding the TV like a Laptop kid is the funniest thing to be honest
Toyota Previas are indestructible and Jerry's ripped... got it. Seriously though, this is one of my top 3 favorite videos that you guys have done. Great job ❤
Great vid as usual! Went to Zumiez on east coast only had 1 style tshirt and 1 hat. Hope more variety becomes available soon in the stores.
Donut is awesome love u guys hope this crazy ride goes smoothly and love everything you guys do 🖖🏻🤟🏻🤘🏻👍✌️👏🏻🙌🏻🤪🦾💪🏻
Justin casually walking out the Goodwill with a mini fridge in his hands might be easy manliest thing I've ever seen in my entire life.
@SafetyLucas
Жыл бұрын
I once saw a crackhead carrying a full size fridge on his back while riding a bike.
@DigitalJedi
11 ай бұрын
The guy who delivered my washer and dryer just carried them in like they were nothing. I'm not a small dude either, but I'm also not just slapping a hand on either side of a washing machine and picking it up throw sheer upper body strength.
OMG! I was asking James literally couple weeks ago if there is any chance they will do Gambler500 again and here it is! Thanks Donut! I hope you'll make this an annual tradition :)
@sexbeast-uf2bq
Жыл бұрын
shut up
Im so glad you guys Exist reminds of the top gear days but way cooler and younger. And have thw ability to work on cars like you guys do.
DUDE Y'ALL!!!!!! Good job on the partnership!!! I've watch you guys since you first started and its crazy to see how far ya made it!! KEEP THIS SHIT UP!!!
I would watch an hour of an episode like this.....such great quality content!
Dude i love how much this feels like the old top gear or the grand tour episodes, u guys are awesome, love this stuff so much ❤
Keep doing this do trips like top gear that's what we wanna see and it bring fun life back to the channel happy to see a banger finally
My nephew is here visiting from out of state. My sister brought up Toyota Previas and how ugly they were. My nephew (subbed here as well) and I quickly corrected her telling her how awesome they are and how you can even trick them out for 4 wheeling. Less than 30 minutes later, I check my KZread notifications for today, and here's this video 😂 I told my nephew to check his notifications real quick and we both immediately started busting up when we saw this video. Kind of a long story and comment, but y'all rock and we absolutely love this channel
Always love these little adventure videos you all do. These guys go through so much for our enjoyment. Need a new season of Hi Lo and Money Pit tho!
This channel has become unbelievably amazing everything about it changes constantly more uploads absolutely love the entire crew and have for years just an absolute pleasure and And can't appreciate them anymore for all the hard work everyone of them do including everybody behind the scenes don't up media forever they're just so awesome!
One of the best episodes. You guys have such good chemistry. Previa chem
Congrats on your merch deal with Zumies👏🏻🤙🏻. And the Previa for making it.
The Previa, at least the first gen which i think is the only one here in the US, is wild. Mid engine supercharged mini van with a fish bowl top. Theres some wild and cool vans (among other off and on road focused vehicles) from Japan but the Previa is a unique one. Especially looking through the Kei cars and other JDM only stuff. Pajero Mini, S660, Beat, Cappucino obviously as far as K cars but theres so many more "Previa"-s too.
The Previa was my first car. It was a hand me down. Amazing vehicle. Amazing content. More Previa shenanigans!!!
@jblyon2
Жыл бұрын
Learned to drive on one...two actually. Both RWD models, and only one with ABS. One of the main reasons why snow doesn't scare me!
These videos give me Prime Top Gear Vibes. Love it!
Y’all stay providing us with firee content 😭😭😭👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽💯💯💯💯💯💯🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
They should make these like an hour long instead of such a "highlight reel" imo. This video is so similar to what UK Top Gear used to to for specials and now for The Grand Tour. They just need to be a lot longer and slower paced and these guys would have a gold mine on their hands.
Man I love those Previas. The design is the future of the past lol. Just started watching it. I know this is gonna be a good one. DONT KILL THE PREVIA! 😂
@kristoferavilez541
Жыл бұрын
It survived Hell Yeahhhh Previa
Amazing! I feel so good to watch your video. Inspire me a lot.
Love all these off-roading videos
Damn dudes, I knew you deserved it but when I started watching James years ago I never thought I'd see the day the merch would be in malls across North America. Congrats on all the success, we love ya
I was right there when they pulled in such amazing and genuine people amazing to meet you guys!
@connorrieschl9922
Жыл бұрын
Lake Paulina, right? One of my favorite spots in Oregon
Love this type of video format!
Super dope video. Love the off-road content!
Donut media, you are awesome, you guys taught me everything I need to learn about cars and I was able to fix an 2008 Acura TL type s with all the knowledge you guys provide, thank you ❤❤
@lamp7746
Жыл бұрын
No you dudnt
@jshacquille
Жыл бұрын
@@lamp7746😂😂
Absolute banger of a video. With the only 3 top gear boys on the way out of the film making industry someone funny needs to take up the torch. If it were to be you three I would have no complaints seeing more crazy specials from you!
I rarely comment but I gotta give you guys props. I been watching you guys for years, I love your videos! Thank you!
All these offroading series over the years and never any just up the road in Tahoe. Come visit, Donut! Run the Rubicon Trail in the Previa. Turn it into a DIY adventure van and hit Adventure Van Expo then go for a overlanding trip. The way I would gasp..
WoW. For a video I didn’t think would be any fun or good. 😅 I loved every dang minute of it. Y’all should be proud of yourselves honestly. Great chemistry, awesome camera crew and excellent editors. 😂❤❤❤❤❤
These videos crack me up. They show that you can have a similar experience in both a million dollar rv and a 500$ van 😂
@ganzonomy
Жыл бұрын
But the $500 Van won't be so overloaded the driveshaft turns itself into a baguette 🥖
@SpaceMissile
Жыл бұрын
@@ganzonomy a baguette?
@ganzonomy
Жыл бұрын
@@SpaceMissile long twisted bread thing
@benxcell
Жыл бұрын
The same experience is generous😂
@SpaceMissile
Жыл бұрын
@@ganzonomy i have never seen a twisted baguette though
Omg i love this Channel and especially you people so much
Funnest episode of Donut in a hot minute, well done!!!
I love my Previa so much. Mine is built so similar to this one. Was a nice surprise opening KZread and damn near seeing my car on Donut😂
Justin always being casually swoll - carrying a mini fridge like it’s a moving box with some towels in it
Donut is greater than Hoonigan. Love you guys. Huge props do you guys on dropping gems like this.
Dude the editing and directing of this video is your best work yet my god
The BeamNG energy is big with this one!
Maniacs.....😆 More non offroad cars taken offroad please ❤
Amazing video, under 17 minutes, wow! You rocks Donut media editors!
and this isnt even the alltrac version of the previa. what a goat van. such an underated van. Glad Donut gave it some shine
Donut is the new Top Gear, and I ain't even joking. You guys are freakin' amazing!
These things are legit. We had a Previa growing up, sold it to a friend in HS who abused the crap out of it off roading. Ran great until a massive rock did some underbody damage that wasn't worth fixing.
Donuts production quality has come a long way over the years. I’m glad I got to experience their progress with them
these three are gold together, love it
Thank you guys for posting this, I was tired of scrolling for a video 😂
@slimedev4920
Жыл бұрын
Same 😅
Killed one of these during "Cash for Clunkers". I was completely blown away by the mid engine placement, the 4WD drive system and the remote accessory drive. Had a ton of miles on it but still ran forever after putting in the death sauce. I was even more surprised when I learned there was a supercharged and manual trans option.
@zcomputermanz4177
Жыл бұрын
fuck cash for clunkers. sad anybody would send in a previa.
Previas are fricken kick ass. I've owned four of them! Three 2WDs and one All-Trac 4WD. The All Trac models can go through darn near anything. I've seen them going through snow that Jeeps struggled with. No lie. You have the N/A LE 2WD model with dual sunroofs, but they did offer a Supercharged version too.
Beautiful Newberry Volcano! Nice show guys.
Would love to see donut competing in 24 hours of lemons🍋
Wow that rug really ties the build together
Love these kind of videos.
I’ve been waiting for this video for years!
Love to see the Previa getting TLC after this and maybe some minivan videos
Watching whoever was in the recliner try to survive was amazing 😂
Great video guys. I can't wait for the next one.
lol i knew within the first 10 seconds that you guys were in Oregon. Those trees, the volcano thing, etc. Screamed oregon. The "rocks" spot you guys went to I was at a few years ago in my 4wd tercel. Fun stuff. Great video. I'm also camping at Paulina(your campsite lake) this weekend.
Donut never fails to entertain !!
As soon as I saw Gambler 500 I was so excited. It's great you are coming back to the gambler 500 since your first video was so great. Would love to see this become an annual thing
I just love whole Donut team!❤
Hell yeah that was awesome. I love the stuff you guys do! So stop at Zumiez they have a piss poor selection at our location.. but was still happy to check it out! Keep up great content!
I LOVE THESE OLD TOYOTA MINI VANS!!!! YOU GUYS ARE THE BEST
The best things you guys do are these top gear style things... Awesome
It’s amazing how many of these vehicles i see in my local junkyards after the gambler 500 the last few weeks I’ve seen some crazy stuff modded for the event still on the road I never know what i will see next year
The production in this video is on another level!!!!!!!!