1951 Pontiac Super Deluxe Catalina Barn Find

[@Blend-25]

Beautiful old Pontiac!! Thank you for not going “rat rod” with it!!

[@brianhayes7618]

Nice to see a young man like yourself taking a interest in the old Iron look forward to its progress

[@JaceAllen13]

Seems to be I’m one of the few younger guys into these early 50’s Pontiacs. Makes me like it that much more!!

[@richardpratts6976]

Update Please love great stories like this good luck with the rebuild!! 👍😎

[@wiliambaker286]

Congratulations young man for the saving that car from being crushed

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Wil!

[@BenneWill]

You're so lucky to find the original owners, and that they let you have it. Seen a few abandoned cars like this in my area where the owners are either gone or they don't want to give it up. Awesome story.

[@josephconsoli4128]

Great story. I bet if the vandals didn't get to it and the interior would've stayed all closed-up, it would've been quite nice. What an honorable thing to get it restored. The Catalina hardtop is a beautiful car. Good luck!

[@vbtktr]

I am commenting after watching this video less then 90 Sec. Its a great story and you are a great story teller.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed the video. I’ll try and get some new content out soon

[@ronaldmiller2740]

HI JACE,, WE JUST FOUND YOUR PART ONE VIDEO..MAX AND I.. THESE KIDS WERE TRUE MEAN KIDS THE DAMAGE AND STEALING PARTS .. VERY SAD!!! THIS OLD GIRL WASNT ON THE ROSD LONG 10-- TO 12 YEARS..GREAT JOB!! KEEP THE VIDEOS COMMING...THANKS ,,..

[@robertsimmons1716]

That’s a beautiful car. Please keep us posted on the restoration.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Mr. Simmons. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@HawklordLI]

Nice of you to research the history of the car and pay homage to the original owner. Good luck with restoration, I look forward to more videos.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you!

[@johnwoods6747]

hi jace. so good to see you are going to restore this beautiful car, instead of making a hot rod out of it . so many good cars have been wasted its great to see your family getting involved, i wish you all the best and looking forward to seeing the progress on your car.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Johnny. Yes, this car was not the hot rod candidate. Between the model it was, completeness, and story behind it, a true restoration was the only way.

[@philipknowles8361]

Can't wait to see more vids on this beautiful car. Lots of hard work needed, please restore to original spec. Good luck. Philip from the UK.

[@JaceAllen13]

I am glad you enjoyed Phillip. Won’t be resto-modding it, original look from the factory. Follow along for more videos in the future

[@lemonjack358]

A lot of work and effort lies ahead of you. But I think that this wonderful coupe is worth it. I wish you much success and am very excited about the progress. 🍀

[@6petrolhead6]

Really good to see this old girl being rescued and really looking forward to seeing her being bought back to life

[@6petrolhead6]

Had to subscribe and like after watching this It will be a fitting tribute to the US marine she was lived by

[@michaelallen8498]

Greeting from Canada. You have begun an adventure in saving a car worthy of saving. I will also echo others in saying thank you fro not roding it. I have 1937 Pontiac 224 and love diving more than anything. There will be days when you say what the H E double hockey sticks have I got myself into but do not give up. Keep the vision of driving it down the road with that lovley young lady and it will help keeping you on task. Cheers

[@jakeswartout4456]

Hey man. What an awesome story. Us car guys love this stuff. The fact you were able to find the original owners wife was awesome. Growing up and seeing the car too. And the fact that Mr. Dominic was a decorated marine is just icing on the cake. The car itself is a top of the line highly optioned car too. I look forward to watching your progress on this car!

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Jake, thank you for the kind comment. I am glad you enjoyed the video and appreciated the history as much as I do. I will try and post more content soon!

[@garyashdown5376]

Thank you for bring this restoration to KZbin, great story behind the car and now it's you're time to bring the car back to it's former self. Wishing you guys every success. Gary 🇬🇧🇬🇧

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Gary, I appreciate the kind comment

[@thechriscollection9983]

True barn find! Just imagine if it wasn't stored in the barn it would be so much worse! Amazing find and opportunity to access and chance to restore one, especially knowing full history of it! Most old cars in this shape off the road for 50 years the history is long forgotten.

[@JaceAllen13]

Chris, thank you for the comment. I am incredibly honored to be the second owner of this wonderful Pontiac. It's an honor to keep the history of it alive

[@adailyllama4786]

A true "barn find" and one of the few I have seen that has an origins story. You definitely have your work cut out for you, and hope there will be more progress updates as this effort moves along.

[@JaceAllen13]

No shame to the other "barn finds", but I can proudly say this is a true one. I am glad you enjoyed my video and I hope to update you on all the work I will be getting done!

[@davedoughty1213]

Hi Jace… it must be fulfilling to acquire something that you liked for so long. It will be more enjoyable if your lady friend has a part in the process. You have a long road ahead but the journey will be worth it. I have a 1965 Ford Mustang Fastback that has 688,000 miles on it. I’ve been driving it for 50 years. I wish you the best in your restoration, and having such a helper will add to the memories you are creating. Bring it back!!!

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Dave! How awesome that you kept the mustang for that long. I am glad you enjoyed the video and I make sure she is updated every step of the way!

[@harrycallahan8573]

Very cool story. That was awesome watching it come out of that barn. Good luck with it and keep us posted.

[@marygarner5249]

Had to subscribe my Grandpa's 1949 Oldsmobile Rocket 88 looked about like that when we pulled it out of his barn he had bought it new warms my heart good memories 💟

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Mary, that’s what I love to hear. Glad the video brought back good memories for you.

[@allenbuck5589]

Just watched part 2. Had to see the beginning. Great project. Great story. I’m a old Marine as well. Thanks from. Sc

[@jimtomassetti8928]

This poor car has gotton a 2nd chance. I think it's great that you want to restore this gem back to it's former glory. Can not wait for more!!! Thank You!!!

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Jim! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@jimtomassetti8928]

@@JaceAllen13 Thank You. I love thing's like this. To bad the car was vandalized. And even found the true owner....Wishing my best!!

[@ivorwm2291]

Best wishes! Such a beautiful story and beautiful car

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Ivor, I am glad you enjoyed the video

[@mr.hanger]

You've got your work cut out for you on this one! After seeing the old photos of this beautiful Pontiac, I didn't blame you one bit for choosing her for a restore, especially with all the background info and pictures you have. You've got this!

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Mr. Hanger! Stick in there for some more content!!

[@siegfriedstanzel3936]

What a nice and interesting story as background ! History has also a relation to former people - thank you for this !

[@skipper9400]

Good for you Jace !! VERY unusual car and I hope you get it done man......

[@JaceAllen13]

That’s what I love about it! Still haven’t seen any early 50’s Pontiacs at the car shows I’ve been to this year!!

[@Chr.U.Cas1622]

Dear Jace Allen. 👍👌👏 I instantly subscribed! Good luck with the restoration! Maaaan, how I hate people that do vandalism, especially on cars. Thanks a lot for making teaching explaining recording editing uploading and sharing. Best regards luck and health to all of you.

[@finfan83]

Good luck with it ! Wishing you all the perserverance it takes to restore it back to the '51 glory !

[@ianjones4071]

Hi restoring history is a great thing, with a little love and lots of patience you can achieve anything, keep up the good work you two cheers mate

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Ian!

[@PitzMotors]

Congratulations Jace Allen for the rescue of the 1951 pontiac, in 2001 I had the same pleasure in rescuing a 1951 pontiac 8 cylinders (currently 6 volts) four door automatic. The same was also in a barn since 1980 where we had to cut a tree too, which I will soon restore. Brazil Santa Catarina

[@JaceAllen13]

How incredible! I would love to see some pictures. I am on Instagram as well, both my personal account and Pontiac_Chieftans if you'd like to send me a picture of yours

[@PitzMotors]

I don't have instagram, you can send email ok

[@allenprewitt8791]

That will be one beautiful pontiac when you are finished with her .Good luck .

[@carltwidle3287]

Great to see this old car being rescued. You have photos of the car when it was brand new. The roof sadly has been damaged. It will be interesting to see the progress of the restoration.

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Carl, I already knocked most of that roof dent out with a rubber hammer! Gotta love the thickness of this old metal!! I am glad you enjoyed the video

[@machinist5828]

I love the old Buick, Pontiac and Oldsmobiles of this era. It's a shame it had to get so stomped and kicked in. You are going to have to do some serious searching for replacement parts. There is a business named Kanter that has old unusual car parts. That engine looks rough, that cylinder looks like it is going to be an absolute bear to get out. I'll be looking forward to seeing your next video! Cheers Terry

[@chriscatarcio2983]

Those cars can be straighten out easy they had real metal not the Reynolds wrap the GARBAGE cars are made from today.

[@roarsthre6015]

Good story;)) Keep up your nice rest. videos! Beautiful car;))

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video

[@davidc2585]

Ah man, I stumbled onto your video. What a story😊. I am going to look for some more episodes. I am in South Africa. Do a bit of restorations myself so always good to see.

[@janveit2226]

This is going to be monumental task. Good luck!!!

[@manuelreyes4600]

Very interesting history thank you for sharing 🙏 👍

[@gerardponchak4980]

A great find and good luck with the restoration.

[@Texastimbo]

Hi from Texas! Looking forward to more videos and best wishes!

[@richardpratts6976]

Great story!! 😎 Love vídeos like this I'm hoping to find some thing in Georgia or here in Florida to start my project!! Thanks for sharing!! Keep us updated!! 👍🙂

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks for watching Richie! Glad you enjoyed it

[@donaldclark8692]

Well Done,My Barn Finds Are,41 Chevy Master Deluxe,58 olds 2dr,88.67 Corronet.And 2 ,1958 jag mk1s.All while working on my 2.1929 model AA ,Dump trucks.

[@timothyhill4630]

Looking forward to seeing the restoration..

[@57Stratmann]

I just stumbled on this and thought it would be a 5 year old vid. I almost choked when I read 10 days ago !!! Please keep us up to date on your progress, no matter how long it takes. I have an Oldsmobile in my garage that I’ve been working on for 20 years…….

[@JaceAllen13]

I am glad you liked the video Stratman! I will make sure to keep you updated!

[@garyfrombarry1]

Hi from Wales, Uk. Jace, Great Story & Video Man, Can't Wait For The Next One.

[@waynelutwiniak797]

You, sir have chosen a very ambitious project. My hat is off.

[@briancarpenter4156]

Great story thanks for sharing.

[@WeeShoeyDugless]

Really looking forward to seeing your progress on this Pontiac. What a lovely introduction to your video, giving us a pictorial history of the car is rare indeed. Wish you the best of luck on your restoration Jace. Subscribed👍👍🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Adam! That is what I was hoping to portray!!

[@JohnShinn6078]

Jace, you have a long road ahead, they say patience is a virtue. Love the back story. Great luck to you! 👍👍 Stayin tuned!

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks John, patience is something I am quickly learning with this old pontiac!

[@JohnShinn6078]

@@JaceAllen13 Hang in!

[@joostderidder]

wow ... lot's to do on that oldie! Good luck!

[@MrSparkydude]

Good to see the old gal getting attention again. Keep us updated. :)

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Sparky, I sure will!

[@michaelerickson1518]

Good video Wow the vandals critters and elements really got to that poor old Pontiac

[@dylanmccallister1888]

I hope you do a good job and it's loved by your family for years to come. Would love to find a car like that around here in Arizona.

[@er1073]

Jace I watched your newest video from a few days ago. I am one year younger than this old Ponitac. I love the history of my Brother Marine. GySgt Reagle USMC Retired

[@edgarribeirodossantos9019]

Wonderful job so far ! Hoping the restoration goes well and smooth, you have a jewel in your hands. 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👊🏼

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Edgar! A real jewel to me!!

[@melmcclure3710]

Big project bud I’ll be following.

[@kinimodreisac6653]

what a beautiful car ...worth to be restored ... i am interested to follow your progress ...

[@56cadd]

Amazing the visor was still on it, cool vid !

[@Apoitras]

Nice story! Looking forward to the progress.

[@danlovett3697]

Good luck with the restoration !! Lots of work ahead of you . It'll be worth it when she's on the road again 👍

[@bcu567obzx]

What a joy to have such a project ahead of you, there will be many hours of work ahead of you but in the end the satisfaction of carrying out such a restoration you will have a beautiful car. Don't give up and you'll be a winner. I live close to PONTIWORLD (PW) at Oak Flats Australia who has many parts from the states which many not be available now in the US, contact me if you need any help. Oh, a good wire wheel will bring the engine head back to new, the rust is nothing. All the best of luck Jace.

[@Truckguy2007]

It’s an ambitious project! But don’t get discouraged! You can do it! Best of luck!

[@stephenandloriyoung5716]

I'm glad to see you're planning to get the Pontiac back in shape. I had a far gone 51 Pontiac Ambulance as a parts car for my 53 Catalina, and used its straight 8. Your project may not be inexpensive, short term or simple, but I think that you, as only its second owner, will have a lot of enjoyment and satisfaction from it - not only when it's done, but as you reach milestones of progress along the way. Best wishes!

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Stephen, you hit the nail on the head. I dont plan on it being cheap, but it sure will be worth it. I'd love to see some pictures of your Catalina, possibly the Custom Catalina?? 1953's name change from the Super Deluxe Catalina as I am sure you know

[@stephenandloriyoung5716]

@@JaceAllen13 Mine isn't the Custom Catalina. I think its designation is Catalina DeLuxe Chieftain, so it came without the Custom's extra goodies, like leather seats, wider and fluted C pillar trim - (wait, hardtops don't have a B pillar in the usual location, so is the one at the rear of the roof really a C pillar?), different upholstery panels, and the exclusive colors. I was surprised, looking at Google Images this summer, to see my car. It was posted in a very brief recent item by Buffalo News, two shots taken when it was parked in front of our daughter's home when we were visiting several years ago. I found one shot of it just now, way down in the list from its position when I first saw it. Fame is fleeting.

[@edsworld4550]

Hello from the UK. Looking forward to seeing the progress on such a fantastic machine.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Ed!

[@dfb1111]

Great car, having it’ history makes it all the more special.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you, thats how I feel too

[@rtrep54]

A gem to preserve

[@claytonsmith5673]

You promised an American hero's widow Jace You're off to a great start. Keep The Faith, Stay The Course.

[@jeffhibshman7874]

Awesome history I hope you take it back to its original state. Great job young man.

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Jeff, thats the plan! Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@brianfalls5038]

Well sir I certainly wish you the very best of luck restoring that old car. It's gonna be quite the project. It looks like some one beat the stuffings right out of that car and that is a real shame to say the least. I look forward to seeing it completed.

[@paul36uk]

Hi from the Uk, what an awesome find! I just love those flathead straighe eights

[@garymckee448]

Outstanding l appreciate the story of the vehicle 👍. Good luck with your restoration.

[@JaceAllen13]

Gary, thank you. First ever restoration so I’m looking forward to learning all the skills necessary

[@hungryforknowledge5072]

Cool find, good luck.

[@jerideloughary5609]

I'll be here watching with bated breath.....I won't hold my breath lolol. I will be watching 👀for the next video. Stay awesome 👌

[@richardbertovich6134]

This should be a interesting build. Beautiful lines! I just subscribed!

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Rich!

[@walker5959]

Looking forward to see it going back together and running with knowing the history of the car will make it special

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Bob! Glad you enjoyed the history and the video

[@donaldclark8692]

The Support of the Wife thing also tugs at One's heart,In this stuff.

[@im1sinfulman]

HEY THANK YOU FOR SHARING,

[@lloydholland9522]

I love stories like this I got a lot of history in my family as well I absolutely love the story I absolutely love that this old woman allowed you to have it if you do something good with it that's just freaking amazing I can't wait to see another video I'm going to follow this one I love stories like this would have loved to meet the man that bought it brand new that would have been just some listening time it would have been filled my heart I have a lot of stories like this in my family as well but all my loved ones a lot of them are all dead my mother and my father all of his 11 brothers and sisters my my grandpa that was born in 1884 and I knew him for 20 years of my life and I was his pallbearer in 1974 an amazing story is that he used to be able to tell us my dad would tell us some of the stories they grew up in the mountains and the Ozark Mountains in Arkansas I can go on and on that was my dad's side of the family my mom's dad my grandpa Gore lived to be 97 I had so much history from my family and when I see this stuff here makes my heart sing

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Lloyd, thank you for sharing those stories. I am glad that my video brought you some joy. I would love to hear some more of your stories here in the comments if you'd like. I am sure your grandpa saw some amazing things

[@GearheadStew]

Wishing you the best of luck with the old girl, looks like you've got your work cut out for you. The early 50's chevs were one of my favorite body styles, love the lines!

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Stew!!

[@Gerk8]

Good luck, you have started a long journey. I hope you stick with it.

[@RoninDosho]

I’ll definitely stick around for this. As a kid our family car was a 51 Pontiac bought in 1955. Not a Catalina but a four door chief actually!

[@JaceAllen13]

How’s awesome! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I’ve got love for the 4 doors

[@alanbower9296]

HI JACE THIS IS A BRILLIANT VIDEO AND THE STORY LOVE THINGS LIKE THIS VERY INTERESTING YOU GETTING THE PHOTOS OF THE NICE PEOPLE YOU GOT GIVING THE CAR FROM PLEASE KEEP US POSTED HOW YOU'S ARE GETTING ON WITH THE RESTORATION ITS A BEAUTIFUL AMERICAN CAR VERY CLASSY 👍GREETINGS FROM BELFAST 🏁

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you Alan!!

[@willymaykit1482]

Just subscribed, can't wait to see the progress on on your project.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Willy, going to sandblast and paint the frame and rear end this weekend. I will put some content together for everyone

[@onewaypat512]

Congratulations!

[@52dislikes]

Cars have Angels, too!

[@gazza6348]

G'day mate awesome so far looking forward to your next post well done buddy 👍👍🇦🇺🇦🇺

[@Anders.W.]

Great video ! The floors in that car look good compare to the gastank . My car is Pontiac is a 53 2doors sedan so i like this old 50`s Pontiac`s.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thank you for the comment! Yes, floors are not too bad. Passenger rocker is gone. I hope you’re enjoying the 53

[@Anders.W.]

@@JaceAllen13 I hope you while find the missing parts for the car . Sad that people have crashed windows and taken parts form that car .

[@davegettemy9679]

Can’t wait to see the updates

[@willymccoy3427]

When I was little in the late '50s and early '60s, my folks had a 51 Pontiac. I don't remember the model, but there's pictures of me as a toddler and the car. Dad was a career Marine and in '63 they traded it in on a new '63 Ford Fairlane wagon. I have a lot of memories of that old Pontiac and my Dad working on it. Hope you get your's running on the road again.

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks Willy. Love to see some pictures sometime if you wanted to send them to me. Glad you enjoyed the video!

[@sharksport01]

Even the dog was happy. 🐶

[@peterhoulis1184]

Awesome car

[@alexinnewwest1860]

Wow very cool car. Hope this goes well

[@MinnesotaisRust]

Looking forward to seeing more, subscribed!

[@edwardperryman5515]

I love pontiac I own 1949 silverstreak 2 door sedan flathead 6 hydra-matic drive also blue is my favorite color I'm still restoring it I love driving in car shows

[@sinistercharger]

Im eagerly awaiting the next instalment 😊

[@jmath2596]

Great story and a great old car. I wish you luck with it and will be watching for future videos. I think that gas tank is going to take a little more than JB Weld to repair!! lol

[@JaceAllen13]

Thanks J. I appreciate the kind comment!

[@williamdeegan7840]

I know what I'd like to do to those kids that broke the windows out of the car and vandalized it. But I can't. Pontiac's my favorite car and I hope you restore this old girl back to her former glory. Good luck

[@larrywoodruff7530]

What a shame this car was not taken care of, good luck to you sir , this is a real challenge.

[@jeromebreeding3302]

That old Pontiac is going to be quite a chore to restore, with many missing parts(including all the glass). The engine looks to be wasted also, but being a hard top, the first year for GM cars it's pretty rare. Can't wait to see the old Indian back on the road !

[@JaceAllen13]

Hi Jerome, definitely going to be a labor of love. It’s a sentimental build for me so it is worth it. Also, 1950 was the first year for the hardtop for Pontiac. I have already purchased 3 other parts cars to complete it! I should have everything I need to complete it parts-wise

[@jeromebreeding3302]

@@JaceAllen13 Brings back memories of the deluxe Pontiac I picked up for 100 dollars circa 1975 Got it running and driving, but the Hydramatic took a dump just as I was getting ready to move, so I sold it. If I had it to do over, I would have trailered it to my new house.