ABANDONED BARN FIND First Wash Since 1985 on a Sterling Nova! Satisfying Car Detailing Restoration

[@WDDetailing]

Be honest…. Would you want to own this car or do you hate how it looks?? Dont forget to like the video & subscribe!

[@gibsalot]

i would definatly own that , from the last video i noticed it and though it was a Bradley GTII when i first saw it in the back ground . The Bradley GT and GTII are also VW kit car's

[@dgurevich1]

I think it would be the perfect candidate for a budget EV conversion. It's only a matter of time before we start seeing classic and vintage cars with electrified drivetrains. As this is a kit car, it would suit it.

[@johngoodyear6479]

I'm 6'3, 300 lbs. honestly, I don't think /i would be a good fit for this car.

[@MonocanBasquiat]

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[@dawn7020]

i would love to have this, it would stand out well against the sea of crossovers we have today.

[@Weazel1]

Am I the only one who would love to see a restomod done to one of these? New engine, updated suspension, redo the entire interior with carbon fiber or leather and a new headlight cluster? Keep the rims though, I love the look of those.

[@mark109s]

That would be cool to see, I was thinking of a V8 in it. Fast and Cool.

[@WorlTramp]

I concur. We had these in South Africa years ago and they were known as “Eagle”

[@JCMotiveGarage]

I definitely would

[@plymouth491]

They're not the same as on the DeLorean, are they?

[@BackupPodcast]

Imma get right on that

[@dennisw.2366]

There’s one of these rotting away outside an old barn a few miles from me. I’ve been seeing it for the past 11 years, and now I know what it is thanks to y’all! Fantastic job, btw!

[@GetDougDimmadomed]

Save it. It's stupidly rare, and you can flex on lambos

[@joshschneider9766]

If you don't want it ill go make an offer.

[@nitewatch2.027]

Save it

[@bryansantos6796]

Here in Brazil this type of conversion was common with Volkswagen cars, very cool to see that there are more around the world. Congratulations for the amazing work!

[@jesussavescars807]

There very cool it’s my car

[@bryansantos6796]

@@jesussavescars807 Incredible vehicle Congratulations, if you are interested, search for Brazilian brands later. The most famous in Brazil was the "Puma".

[@jesussavescars807]

@@bryansantos6796 definitely did last night sick tube in man I’ll be dropping gems

[@JohnSmith-rw8uh]

the kit was available in australia too, called the purvis eureka. Wassnt there even a VW powered motor cycle in brazil? the Amazonas.

[@ianharrison2195]

Hi, I built one of these back in 84, the UK version was called the Nova, I had many happy days driving mine. Great job on the detailing.

[@Flavum]

Another tremendous job, guys. One hint to keep in mind - that rusty turn signal lever could be spruced up with some 0000 steel wool and WD40. Removes rust without scratching. Works well on other chrome too.

[@WDDetailing]

Noted! We will try that out!

[@jesussavescars807]

It’s my car gonna make it new again check my channel many build at the same time lok

[@SophiaAphrodite]

You can polish an old windshield with 0000 steel wool as well. Greta for older cars with aged windshields.

[@rickiechurch9653]

Guys i can about 99% tell you those are cat tracks,The cats are hunting the rats,The only bad thing about keeping a car in a barn is mold and Rats!! And i hope the rats didn't chew into any of the wiring.

[@wingng80]

Imagine driving one of these all them years ago!! How cool would you have been!! What an awesome detail!

[@WDDetailing]

Right?! All eyes on you!

[@michaelaldredge-greenwell1692]

These Sterling Novas are just so darn cute, beautiful, & adorable!! I love them!!

[@upandaljm]

One of the neighbors down the street was building one of these when I was 5 or 6 I still remember the front end and the pop up body. I never knew what it was called or if I did I forgot it. That is truly amazing. Yes I would LOVE to own one of those!

[@LSnium]

Its amazing how well this car turned out, and how well it actually stayed preserved in such shape.

[@deanosborn3464]

Not surprising about the body being in such good shape since it's made out of fiberglass.

[@jpurcha]

@@deanosborn3464 Only the chassis would have to be concerned about rust.

[@landiahillfarm6590]

I would buy this in a HEARTBEAT! What a great and fun summer car

[@charleroy264]

I might remember this car roaming the streets in the 80s! My grandmother lived in Cuyahoga Falls, and we were up in that area at least one weekend a month. I remember seeing an orange/red sports car up there and my brother explaining what a kit car was. It probably wasn’t this exact car, but… it could be!

[@BLBlackDragon]

I'd take a Sterling in a heartbeat. The whole supercar look just does it for me.

[@bigdaddympd]

For a kit car, this is one of the sharpest I've ever seen!

[@BossaNossa1]

Love the design! Very unique today up against all the "box" looking cars. I'd slam it and put a set of 18" rims on it. And paint it in some modern color or a nice silver... Anyway would be a fun car too say the least especially at a cars n coffee! Good job!

[@saltygenx2743]

I'd put some aero on it and swap that motor for a Subaru boxter motor.

[@saltygenx2743]

@Jonathan Wilson naw, the aero would plant it firmly. MCM showed that a boxter engine will fit in a VW, more power.

[@PunkRockPundit]

I remember seeing the Sterling in a bunch of car mags back in the day and as a teenager, I fell in love with it's weird and wonderful design. I would own one in a heartbeat if given the chance.

[@Berven-gf9jq]

As a car detailer my self, I really dig this video 🙂 Nice save. That car is just born to been seen and brought back to life. Even if it looks to be made from plasic.....for some reason.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

It has a fiberglass body. It is a really cool kit car.

[@jc-kj2on]

Man you guys are lucky in the states, so many good finds! Id kill to have something so unique and cool, great finds out of the same barn!!

[@seansersmylie]

Surely, it would need new tyres and a paint job anyway? Great job cleaning and detailing it. I love the 70's wedge design just beginning to transform into the early 80's style of cars, very retro futuristic.

[@johngoodyear6479]

With regard to the green wheels, obviously it was a VERY damp barn. BTW - Love the video's keep up the great work.

[@131dyana]

It turned out to be a great job. Love the car now. It is so cool. God bless.

[@dinsism]

This is a 37 year old car, but yet feels so futuristic for the time!

[@WDDetailing]

Incredibly so! Such a wild concept

[@joalfuth418]

44 year old*

[@pihermoso11]

i think its inspired by the Holden Hurricane from 1969

[@59vaughn]

Heck yes....such a great use of the vw platform....and a very cool design/shape/balance..

[@biggmackthewackslack6654]

I would absolutely own this, and definitely drive it around. It would be my weekend car, most likely. I mean, if i was able to restore it all nice and keep it that way I would definitely want to, and I know parts wouldn't be cheap, so it would sit in the garage being polished most days. But I would wear it proudly and I would d4mn well enjoy it 😎

[@denkitney8865]

Guys, can you please, please, please, show how how you clean seat belts, I clean my own car, but I always struggle cleaning the belts! Love watching your vid's by the way. Keep up the great work, very enjoyable watching, 😉

[@teamrocketgruntryan]

I'd love to have that car looks amazing

[@jfgreynolds]

Hell yes id drive it and i might even take it to a car show or two just for the pure beauty of it

[@russellwade7810]

I didn't think i would see one of these cars again brings back memories when I had a passion to buy one back in the 80s but unfortunately missed out big regret.

[@wellingtonalves9074]

Excelente trabalho! Ficou mais lindo do que já era...

[@dougblythe5358]

Always loved the Sterling Kit car. it was built on VW bug chassis, love the styling and top operation, don't think I would be able to fit in it, I am 6'8", my long legs might pose a problem, but if I could fit, I would love to drive it around

[@vladicastojanovic4551]

I LOVE THIS CAR IT'S PRETTY COOL!

[@wethepeople6642]

Beautiful body kit. 👌 I would definitely update everything. I would drive it. 👌

[@CCM911]

I know I am a weirdo, but I just LOVE this car! There is something so cool about VW Bug kit cars like this and the Bradley GT.

[@tonyaclaxton9169]

Omg I love this car. I would drive it….hell ya….All day long. I know she felt good with all you guys cleaning her up. Returning her to her beautiful natural glory 🥁🎷🎺🏎

[@_Hangman]

Let's be honest when you recommission a car this old standing for so long there's only so much cleaning can do, those carpets were way past saving...you guys did a another fantastic job considering the age of everything.

[@Pennsyltucky84]

Yes, although cleaning is very important to safely restoring a vehicle.

[@carpenter1274]

I want a 70s van with the bubble windows in the back all restored. That's my dream vehicle.👍 excellent detailing job 👍

[@adamcran9859]

Great job on the sterling my guys ❤️❤️

[@barrrymccokinner9262]

Super impractical but also super unique so I’d own it for both of those reasons

[@charliemartin-k7m]

If I had a car like this I would drive it daily I love it’s retro wave look to it.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

Ditto

[@brunonunesmartins7449]

The transformation was incredible!

[@scottishcontentcreators]

These always reminded me of the durango in a clockwork orange. This type of open canopy rather than doors isn't safe if you crash and land upside down but it's still a very cool looking thing.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

Pop open side windows in case it lands on the roof?

[@starguard4122]

What I find so amazing about this video is the shape those tires were in. If those tires were on that car since 1985, I would think they would have been dry rotted in even worse shape than that carpet was in. Amazing!!

[@johnadams3152]

That is a lot of work but the results were great. Love your videos. Keep them going.

[@gregoryjasongranado5248]

I'd definitely drive it around.......it's like a James Bond space car....

[@nikospapageorgiou57]

Absolutely beautiful car would love to own one! This particular car needs a lot of interior replacements, and red color would suit it best, but I bet it is one great fun car to drive!

[@WDDetailing]

I wish I could’ve driven it, but I can barely close the hatch without hitting my head haha

[@lewisj2au]

I love the design of these kits. I would so drive one of these.

[@limewhite71]

Was known as the Purvis Eureka in Australia and over the years was updated regularly compared to the original design.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

Learned something new.

[@jamesclukey7488]

As a former owner of two classic sports cars ( a 1979 Datsun 280ZX and a 1991 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo) this is a find that I would have loved to collect !!! It obviously needs a lot of TLC, but what a dynamic example of styling ! Nice Find !!!

[@richardfredericks4069]

I remember way back that Hot Wheeles made a version of this car, but I never thought that it was a REAL vehicle 😳, you guys did a great job bringing it back. question though, does it run? or did you need to do a engine rebuild?

[@CherylCold]

Anybody who drives a car like this will make people smile, it will evoke conversation and create a memory.

[@WDDetailing]

Completely agree! I’m tempted to buy one now haha

[@bbqguy777]

Amazing job! Scary carpets for sure. Did you all end up hearing the car start or seeing it drive? Love this channel. On a sunny, nice day I would drive this bad boy!

[@WDDetailing]

We wish! It needs a lot of mechanical work still. We just get to help start the process of the restoration !

[@JLCra87]

I'd love to drive this. I had a 69 Ford Torino, I love projects and this seems like it would be fun and very customizable. Not a big fan of it having a old VW engine, but if something else could be put in, definitely.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

Like the engine and transmission from a Porsche 911?

[@99Vood99]

Excellent detail, great work! I had a good laugh at the kit car's underpinnings though. It looks like it can hit speeds in excess of 200MPH but the maximum on that old Beetle chassis is probably 60MPH. 😂

[@WDDetailing]

Hahaha exactly 😂

[@themadmallard]

well, the stock engine probably wouldn't exactly plant you in the seat either, but if its a flat-4, maybe a subaru swap would breathe some life into it?

[@dillanmistry]

If the carpet comes apart, it’s best to get new ones because it’ll only come all apart, that was very interesting

[@themadmallard]

When it comes to the tires, its likely just a particular breed of mold, probably settled on the tire after it had dried out enough to become porous. The paw prints probably are cat paws, but it had to have stepped in something to etch the paint like that, probably urine.

[@Broadshore]

Totally would drive that around. She's a classic that needs to be on the Road and to enjoy life once again. So yeah! I would totally drive her around.

[@brucehowe3477]

Being a VW fan I love this car! I would drive the heck out of this car after an engine transplant.

[@thomasleemullins4372]

Replace the VW Beetle engine and transmission with a Porsche 911 engine and transmission?

[@jeremiahjohnson9287]

I would love to own a sterling have wanted one for a long time it looks awesomely funky and fun 🤩

[@kennycox3186]

Love watching the videos. Do you guys ever detail the engine bay?

[@utbdoug]

NGL, I wish I had this man's confidence to wash my car wearing cream trousers! Great video, I liked this. Haven't seen that Nova kit in years!

[@thman6453]

I would definitely drive something like this it would give a chance to talk about kitcar history cool piece for sure 👍

[@hippydippy]

WOW! That thing cleaned up really nice. I'd drive it in a heartbeat! Not crazy about the front end head lights, but other than that... I dig it!

[@jasongross9458]

I wonder if you could do a subaru or porsche conversion on this 🤔 great job as always 👍🏾

[@WDDetailing]

At some point Subaru was playing a part in the design process of and chassis and engine for these but scrapped the project. But someone did LS swap one of these 😂

[@jasongross9458]

@@WDDetailing LS sounds better to me 😂 must of been a tight squeeze i guess 😄

[@aaronaustrie]

THE WHEELS ARE SO FREAKING DOPE 🔥🔥🔥

[@ncdave4]

This Sterling was very popular in the late 60s through the 80s. It competed with the Kelmark GT and other Ferrari Dino 246 knock offs. I built a Kelmark GT in 1979 and it turned heads everywhere. The "paint" is actually a colored gelcoat (polyester resin) which is laid over the fiberglass body. Gelcoats never held their polish for very long and were prone to cracking and ghosting. I'm surprised that this Sebring was in such great shape. I'd own it for sure.

[@Z33_Cowboy]

As an owner of a few cool kit cars such as Factory Five Racing 1965 Cobra 427 SC MKIV and a Factory Five Racing GTM Supercar. I would definitely add this to the collection

[@ezekielmalasmas670]

Best and beautiful and awesome ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@alanparkinson5724]

What a cool car love seeing it having a good wash looks great

[@MaxxDoberman]

Yes! In a heartbeat I would drive this car. I like obscure foreign cars.

[@ruipires7954]

Beautiful car.Remember these when I was a kid.Yeah,I fantasized!!!

[@JamesMilanese123]

This car looks awesome. I would definitely drive it.

[@thurmanhlawson9097]

I’m 70 yrs old, I’ve only seen one in my life span. I would love to drive it around here. I would change the four lug wheels to five lugs, along with a few other mods to the engine also, other than that,give it a really good steaming over & the under carriage , wax it , go for a drive

[@marcogarcia4197]

Excelente video y saludos desde Lima Perú

[@carloko08]

wooooo, amazing work, dudes!! always is satisfactory to see an old forgoten car to see the light again in it old and pure glory, SUPER GOOD VIDEO, first video of yours that i see, i suscribe now, congrats 😃

[@jant.l.1647]

I would absolutely Rock that thing. Love the design.

[@jeffclark2725]

Just found this video, Those were cool cars back in the day,Clean it up and enjoy it,thumbs up

[@Jorrodo2003]

Absolutamente fantástico el video. Me gustaría escuchar el sonido del motor algún día. Gracias

[@skinneyjay5451]

This is one of my dream cars I first seen this car at 16 Im 40 still havent came across one that I could afford. I think they are beautiful cars.

[@ezekielmalasmas670]

Super awesome clean bro ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I love my day ❤️💓💓

[@rtoney8354]

My neighbors had one. Such a cool car to ride in as a teenager

[@RPO6464]

I absolutely would love to own and drive this car. It is very unique and not many are around.

[@DeeJayAdverb]

Full resto mod. Would be amazing. Turbo Subaru motor, updated wheels and suspension. Led headlights. Could be pretty amazing!!

[@marcoantoniocastroarmaly4665]

Hermoso automovil!!! Bellisimo sterling nova un bueniiisimo diceño!!!

[@sethtoe]

Definitely, I would like to own and drive this car. I have owned some unique vehicles, just enjoy driving them.

[@amberfaulhaber5807]

This is absolutely stunning. I would definitely jump on the chance to own AND drive! Wheels probably green from moss in a humid, stagnant air environment

[@davidhill1268]

Yes, I would definitely drive it. Beautiful car.

[@denisebean875]

Grew up around San Lorenzo, ca and would love to drive a piece of local history

[@jerryhawk8434]

I would have it and drive it awesome job lv it

[@may_68]

I so wanted one of these when I was a kid in the late 70s early 80s. There was one that trundled around Kingstown-upon-Hull at that time… I was so jealous.

[@may_68]

It also helped that it was in Deathreace 2000!!

[@KBP18]

Incredible job 😍

[@faerieSAALE]

If it were mine - I'd recondition it to a glimmering jewel and take it to car shows. Kit cars are cool and most of them are rare today.

[@ghostbustersquickresponseu5159]

I’d be all over driving this car around. This is a total “Space Car”!

[@bradleybruening1569]

Absolutely I’d drive this anyday

[@jesussavescars807]

Thanks man for the video and clean up💪💪💪 you guys are the best on earth

[@TheFirstBrokage64]

Loved the little final fantasy fact notifications you put in 😂. This is probably the coolest car I've never heard of. Swear if I ever hit a lottery I'm getting one.

[@notwocdivad]

Here in the UK we have a thriving Kit Car industry. The Nova's over here usually hav perspex covers over the headlights, also some had an optional extra of an electric hood opener, very cool looking pulling up and the cabin lid opens like a space ship door!! Other engines have also been used instead of the VW. What you call detailing We call Valleting . Off to find your next video now!

[@cameronmanning8606]

Beautiful

[@arisdulgerian2053]

Looks cool. Never heard of these kit cars.

[@jaidy_stay2388]

Amazing job and a beautiful car

[@natedog-8727]

It has a very nice look I like it