ABANDONED Bricklin SV1 - Will it RUN AND DRIVE 700 miles? (With Tavarish)

I picked up a Ford powered Bricklin SV1 from my buddy Tavarish way down in florida. This car has been off the road for decades. Will it start? Will it drive the 700 miles home?
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[@tavarish]

I know what I'm doing for the next two hours.

[@Vanbooskie]

What a minty machine. No, no it's not

[@Grimm-Gaming]

Nice looong toilet visit

[@tjnucnuc]

Go away no one likes you here 😂 I’m kidding. When is the Hoovie crossover? That’s what we are all actually waiting for.

[@love2cruz836]

Same

[@krampp24]

In true Canadian fashion.... oh f*** ya bud me too.

[@joshblevins2063]

Love the fact that the commitment to his son takes priority over all else. More men need to treat fatherhood like this man.

[@kjaze]

Massive return on the father son time going on here. Really heart-warming to witness it.

[@rickfromthecape3135]

It's really what's missing in this country today.

[@brucemcclary3260]

This could be your funniest effort ever!,,

[@jeremiahhaugh7974]

@@rickfromthecape3135 I don't know about that I'm a man who loves my children first with a struggle when the woman is attached because it just seems to me that there is the larger part of the problem but yeah giver the beans Derek and keep on doing it right

[@denigong9708]

A real knows how to treat his child without needing to see how it's done.

[@benitoalomia422]

As a person battling Cancer and kidney failure, Derrick’s sense of humor in the face of adversity and unbridled optimism is a role model.

[@stocktonhull9252]

Are you OK now

[@scottparker2598]

Prayers🙏✝️🙏

[@snorlax4021]

Internet has tought me to be very suspicious of statements done on it, but just in case: Get well soon!

[@walterkersting9922]

You don’t have a bricklin, I guess is what you’re saying….

[@foodforthought872]

To kill Cancer. Get some soursop, C1, and vitamin-c. Cancer gone 😊

[@bobbyhagood821]

I love the fact that you tried and reached a point where you said ok...it's as far as I can go without damaging it...not to mention keeping a promise to your son... It's why you are truly one of the best out there and I love watching your content.

[@MonkeyUnit]

The knowledge of a mechanic. The wisdom of a philosopher. The patience of a monk. I salute you, Derek.

[@cliffordkinnear9705]

Well spoken, Monkey Unit!

[@TruckThisGarage]

😂😂

[@loschwahn723]

i remind those radiators were for real much fatty - this sweet little thing is much more fatality

[@notapplicable8136]

Don't forget the funny bone of a skeleton

[@Jester123ish]

The suffering of Sisyphus....

[@chipanzee7507]

You can tell you've got a great channel when you can put out a 2 hour video, and people enjoy it enough to watch it.

[@andy1056]

When he went into the interior, I caught myself holding my breath. 😬

[@regisdixit]

This one was an Epic Feature Film.

[@justinsmith8421]

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[@justinsmith8421]

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[@CC_Top_Solutions]

Thats for sure, I put out a 10 min vid and most people dont watch more than 3 mins!

[@Mupshot]

Would love to see part 2 on several of these vehicles. how do they look after you get them home and assumed torn apart and rebuilt?

[@Later_Nerd]

I don't often seek out this channel. Initially I found it through auto play. Taking a nap on a day off and waking up this man just working on cars was a joy. The same thing happened just now. Woke up from a nap and spent like an hour watching this man do what he does best. There's a certain charisma and philosophy you have on life that I think a lot of people (including myself) can really take some notes from. You're so tranquil and calm about this stuff. I don't work on cars much, tech is more my domain when something needs a fixin. But part of my workflow is to say fuck at least 10 times for something to eventually be fixed lmao. You're a good man. A backwoods philosopher in some ways even haha. I love this channel. I respect the hell out of people who just refuse to let stuff die and do absolutely everything in their power to get things back in working order. We live in such a throwaway society nowadays. People putting so much time into preserving things like this should be celebrated 🍻

[@santafe947]

@Later_Nerd I agree with all you wrote and for me, it’s his unabashed professional expertise that is so refreshing and appreciated. We’ll done!

[@johnnyringo1258]

Well said Later_Nerd! I too pull the F bomb out of my toolbox a lot more than I should. Although, since subscribing to this channel, I find myself saying: "Well, help me understand!" more and more and the F bomb less and less. Thank you Derek for making me a slightly better person, and the laughs are much appreciated too.

[@kappawear]

Very well said.

[@Gerardus1970]

In the age of the 3 minute attention span Derek puts out a 2+ hour video and I didn't skip a second of it. Fantastic content mate, greetings from the land downunder.

[@DisgustedGenXr]

More like a 3 second attention span. Kids are like hummingbirds nowadays. I watched almost all if his videos and I have found that you can just replay them over and over. They never get old. One of the best channels on YT by far. Most people eventually annoy the living s$&t out if me over time , Derek, never. Great stuff.

[@jbr0wn]

I didn't even skip the ads!

[@neilgibbons2532]

Everybody was always fascinating by the bricklyn the doc. Is on You Tube

[@brianbird3756]

I even ran it back a few times!

[@jonalanray2601]

@@jbr0wnm ull

[@matthewkingsmore8824]

We should all take a page out of this man's book. Your level of commitment is astonishing, Derek. Thanks for yet again, another amazing revival.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for watching

[@KnexRules8365]

I've never been more impressed with your dedication to these older vehicles. With how many problems you had to deal with, I'm just surprised the car even made it as far as it did. Loving the 2 hour videos!!

[@wendwllhickey6426]

Doors are pneumatic operating .😂

[@Phuckhead2723]

Selling the car to Dan at d&d speed shop was a good move he’s doing a great job on it

[@SeanEpoc]

thank you for posting! i'll go over to his channel and check out those vids!

[@gunners4129]

Thought he was keeping schedule for an important meeting or appointment. Turns out it was helping his son. You're the dad all of us misfits wish we had. Hats off to you sir.

[@Wolf-Spirit_Alpha-Sigma]

I'm one of them misfits and yeah, a guy could've definitely used a good dad back in the days. Now, look what's happened!

[@billshirley4038]

Thought they had aluminum bodies and built in Northern Ireland. Ok

[@captivethoughts1745]

@@billshirley4038 That was the DeLorean

[@tdrpete6857]

@@billshirley4038 Very similar to the GMC

[@stevemaclean4919]

Well he was wasn't he???most important one of all...promise he'll never lose a blink of sleep over that decision!!👍

[@MrChristoph0r]

Don’t ever change fella. The tinkering, humor, and laid back way of looking at a mechanical challenge always make my day.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thank you!

[@psycoboyslim]

bot?

[@Unearthed53]

@psycoboyslim no don't think it's a bot cause of the check mark beside the name

[@michaelsimpson9779]

Reminds me in a good way of Red Green.

[@BrainDamageBBQ]

I think that air dam you found early in the video was important to forcing air through the radiator. It was the same thing with my Fiero. Glad you made it home safely with that cool old car.

[@carolriley9392]

Your right about the air dam. My 96 camaro needed the air dam also. I too have a Fiero! I sold the camaro but will keep my Fiero forever!

[@KnexRules8365]

I got a fiero too! Unfortunately I'm having pretty severe engine issues though, and have been unsuccessfully trying to diagnose it for almost a year now.

[@BrainDamageBBQ]

@@KnexRules8365 Issues with the Fiero's engine? The 2.5 and 2.8 are both great engines. Usual issues with any older gasoline engine are expected. EFI issues are going to be tougher, Google for electrolytic capacitor failures. Basically, electrolytic capacitors fail with age and heat, so even if all your sensors are good, they might throw a Check Engine light. A new ECM will be the same age as the car... so still bad. You need someone with component level skills to repair inside the ECM. Most electronics repair places just know how to swap boards. Contact a local antique radio club, we know all about bad capacitors... LOL.

[@KnexRules8365]

@@BrainDamageBBQ Thanks for the advice, I'll be looking into that. At this point I've replaced every sensor there is on the engine, rebuilt the TBI, replaced all the ignition components, and still have no luck. Your suggestion makes a lot of sense though so I'll do some testing into that

[@Oz1111]

This channel is not about cars, it's about grit and perseverance. ❤

[@ross302ci]

Derek, while your ability to breathe life into dead cars is amazing, it's your ability to roll with the punches and laugh at the setbacks that a guy can really aspire to. Thanks for working so hard to bring us this stuff.

[@mycheesesteak]

Absolutely true! In this same situation I would've been a whole lot more glum.

[@lyleg.9192]

I can't hold back and my twitchy voice box starts spazin out emitting sharp articulate 4 letter universal combos with clever adjectives attached. Punching bag not included.

[@Later_Nerd]

I don't work on cars much. But I do own a company where I fix all sorts of tech problems and let me tell ya, if I were to film my workflow like this, there's no way in hell it would be monetized lmao. I have no idea how he can remain so calm about these setbacks but it's kind of inspiring. This man is very zen and at peace. You can tell he just loves this stuff, even when not everything is going his way, he's able to stay calm and think it through. The dorky sayings and things like that are really charming too. He's kinda like a much less over the top and more rural Ted Lasso lol.

[@p42uynot59]

Derek is the Bob Ross of car mechanics. So pleasant to watch work and listen too. 😁

[@francisrochon5176]

I thought the same thing😆

[@radioactivebanana6774]

Oh WOW you hit that right on the head! I used to watch Bob Ross and have a Bob Ross Christmas sweater. Makes me think I need a VGG Christmas sweater. Maybe the sweater could have a car on it and a variety of sayings like "this is good enough for the girls we date" love that!

[@DisgustedGenXr]

To.... not too. But. Me too.🙄

[@jeremiahmauricio5377]

My wife said the same thing a long time ago when she was listening in on one of the episodes.

[@chuckythedoll4815]

Ya, with a dash of bill Cosby in there.

[@gwendeexeter9881]

My husband and i were laugh/crying during the part where you said, "I'm waiting for this door to end my life." God bless you, and thank you for awesome content.

[@skylerrrr1]

It's great that 4 million people are this interested in an old car and goofy old Derek. Just awesome.

[@BDeli123]

Derek and Freddie working on this 'brick' of a car is just gold. The you tube mechanic collaborations are fantastic!

[@Ankan..]

Better then any Tv shows I've seen that's for shure.👍

[@Mik35959]

Derek can really brighten a fellas day when everything else is crappy! So thankful for this man’s dedication and work ethic!

[@ryetim32]

I'd have to agree

[@tomperkins5657]

You are soooo right.

[@anthonyboylan9212]

Absolutely, made my night seeing a new video

[@getchasome6230]

I could've sworn his name was john...

[@johnsimun6533]

Him, especially when he started that Ford V8. That is a sound that I have not heard in a while. The combination made me smile, a little more than usual. Thank you for the smiles.

[@michealarburn9861]

Man Freddy is such a class act, what an awesome guy! I just watched a video of him helping out Matt Armstrong last week and now I see a guy helping out my favorite KZbinr of them all... 💪💪💪💪

[@Jono.]

That opening bit was so free flowingly sarcastic and funny. I loved that whole walk around with Tarvarish. "Is that like a dinner meal?" LOL

[@jpagrelius]

You know...I usually don't comment..but I've been watching this channel every week for 3 years plus and this is exactly why I still wait for new videos every week...I like the projects and full rest rebuilds and the events okay..but these fix and drive will it runs are my absolute favorite thing ..the longer the better...just love love love watching Derek do what he does and keeps us laughing and learning all the way!! Thank you brother Derek!!!

[@Dennon21]

I wouldn't call this a defeat Derek. You did everything you could short of rebuilding the engine. And the fact that building a go-cart with your son was so important, because you made a promise speaks volumes about you as a parent and a man. Love your channel and your content brother. Look forward to the next one! Cheers

[@TimBowermeister]

This was a win, hands down.

[@AntiTrustNJ]

@@TimBowermeister i guess you can call it a win , i mean he did get it home so yeah , head gaskets are the over heating problem . until you fixed them its never going to stop.

[@shteebo]

I can barely imagine how frustrating and stressful it must be to work on these rusty neglected vehicles at the end of their lives, especially in some field hundreds of miles from your shop and tools. Your persistence and good humor in these videos is even more impressive than your amazing mechanic skills. Another thoroughly entertaining video.

[@chogg611]

Don’t worry he gets paid well for his troubles.

[@edriquez57]

That’s what makes it interesting.

[@justacentrist4147]

When they are restored these are actually pretty cool cars. The reliance of parts from multiple manufacturers really is what killed this cars. They were very safe, fairly fast for there time, and had pretty good handling

[@W.A.R.R.]

Part of your overheating issue could be that piece you found in the trunk. If it’s an air dam that goes under the bumper to direct air to the radiator, you have to have it. A lot of people take them off of fbodies and then can’t figure out why they start to overheat. It’s essential, if that’s what it is

[@jjmac3561]

Just came to write the same thing. First thing I thought when I saw it was I hope he remembers to fit that. Would have been good idea to flush it out first time it spewed other all that brown crap when he first got the thing running

[@That_AMC_Guy]

I was wondering if his pulley ratio was off on the water pump. Those are some pretty big diameter pulleys so I was wondering if lack of flow might have been the issue.

[@williammccabe3767]

Same, just like a vette

[@mikedmt]

Came here to see if someone had commented on the air dam....

[@damarapoledna3636]

The "air dam" actually creates a low pressure area behind the radiator that helps draw air through the radiator.

[@rkalmbacher]

Your talent as a mechanic and a parent are undeniable. Love all that you give us.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks

[@cloaked2562]

i cant figure out why the coolant system was filled with garbage, could the water pump just not be circulating? why would the block be filled with like mud?

[@josephsfields]

Nice video Derek. Thanks for taking us all the way. You seem to keep it together and stay so calm where in that same situation I'd be chocking back a panic attack.

[@robbieelkins2301]

Derek “why do I need this car?” Freddy “because I don’t want it.“ I’m less than five minutes into this video and I know why i love watching this channel.

[@joeywillis3248]

Derek, you will never know how much your videos have helped me in the last couple of months, I have been waiting to get a neck surgery, and I have not been able to do nothing, I can’t tell you how many I’ve watched, its been a blessing to watch you and your family. My favorite KZbin channel by far

[@lstone.09]

What level is your surgery for? I had one back in 2010 on level 5/6. Surgery helped for awhile but having major issues lower now. Down in my lumbar area there's a huge section that all disk have totally desenegrated completely and it's all one fused mass. Back in early 22 I lost more disk. Felt like someone was yanking my nuts out for about a week.

[@kathyc8284]

That's exactly how my husband found Derek 2 1/2 years ago. Good luck 👍

[@vittekantilles4178]

Just a random Feller here, but I hope you get your surgery soon and that it all goes well and you have a swift recovery!

[@ryanodonnell1892]

Derek never ceases to amaze me. His tolerance for trouble shooting issues is something else. Another level. Always a fun adventure to watch.

[@jessekauffman3336]

He’s so patient

[@LaGrandeBayou]

Derek is a literal Magician. He pulls rabbits out of hats and makes it look effortless.

[@T_MusicLover_H]

You nailed it gets me roped into these long videos with constant deadpan humor I can't stop laughing

[@scottjoslin1316]

Even though it obviously isn't scripted- but he gets it that is fo sho😅

[@bennieknape4857]

You know when someone trys to sound like they know something ,they useless dont. And vice-vesa, And this guy sounds like he doesn't know what he is talking about,so thats good news. I'm sure he is very knolagable ,I've seen him get all kinds of cars on the road and drive half way across the country. So this will be good.

[@syntaxed4365]

2:12:50 Oh man, that got me a bit unexpectedly. Besides the patience and resilience with the car project you continually prove to be a great dad. Great example for us all.

[@josephlong7420]

You dont owe that vehicle anything. You gave it everything and then some. Cudos to you for putting family first. God bless you and your family.

[@6reen6uy]

Freddy is a nice guy, I got the impression he was hoping a lift wouldn’t be necessary but ended up full in with Derek this was great.

[@knowledgebe4972]

Freddy is anass giving or selling that to Derek

[@jefftoonstra5087]

And that laugh when Derek did that burn out😂

[@charlesjackman143]

@@jefftoonstra5087 And when Derek turned the engine over and Freddy jumped! "did you get a shock"? 😂

[@derekhenseler1062]

Never expected a tavarish / VGG collab, and I’m happy to see it happen

[@moparman1962]

Freddy is cool and it was awesome of him to "sell" the Bricklin to Derek by donating the price to charity AND for helping Derek a bunch to get it "roadworthy"-ish. 👍

[@jjcaruso44]

Great video. Fun to watch and feel what I know you are feeling. Patched many a car over the 52 years of driving. Nice guy, great shop, and good sense of humor. Thanks.

[@59erick]

It’s amazing how you keep bringing cars back to running condition even when they look like they won’t run- impressive everytime!

[@my95buick]

I swear with each revival/rescue Derek pushes his luck a little more each time. 700 miles is a task.

[@PJL7095]

Uhh try 700!!! Miles. 😂😂

[@feminazislayer]

It's only been through every hurricane in my life

[@feminazislayer]

95 spewak wow nice flex

[@JoseyWaless]

70, 700...We'll all just pretend we didn't see that

[@my95buick]

@@PJL7095 typo.

[@badhabitz5904]

The things this man does to take us on adventure in a car that hasn't ran in 40years is amazing and i enjoyed every bit of it👍

[@tekvax01]

Derek! nobody could ever say that you at least didn't try to get her home! Great job sir!

[@kendallelmore6767]

Derek, you are the man! Not many kid friendly channels on KZbin. Your patience and sense of humor is very entertaining. Give a shout-out to Freddy, too. He helps so many feller and fellette KZbinrs with tools, his shop, and labor. Happy New Year🎉

[@mythical99]

Yeah, the guy’s a multi-aspect positive role model, for all ages.

[@jeffclaflin3356]

It's amazing that you can essentially make a movie for us all every Friday, while also being a host on motor trend! Incredible!!!

[@High_Caliber]

I don't have any idea how he's pulling it off. He's going to burn out at some point, the schedule is just unbelievable.

[@budmatto9205]

Another great rescue. Right after high school, I worked summer jobs in the service department of a local Cadillac dealer in Pittsburgh. For the short life of the company, they also carried Bricklin so we had acces to both new and those brought in for service. They were so unique back in the day and sounded great (to my 18 year old ears). I remember new models in lime green and orange. I think the initial models had AMC engines in them and then came the 351's, you know, just like a Pantera. One came in for service because the doors were inop and it took several guys to get the thing open. The lot boy (me) had to crawl in and steer while they pushed it into the shop to try to get it fixed. Nothing major - just a distant Bricklin memory... Thanks for the trip in the way-back machine.

[@offthegridatthegreencamp4656]

i helped build that bricklin in that year...they were a dreen car back in the day

[@tomheald5155]

I went school on them.back in the day for a dodge dealer ship those had parts from all brands good luck

[@jonathanfreedom1st]

Can we take a moment to recognize all the Patience Derek has. His love for the auto is epic. 🙏👍

[@GT380man]

He’s the kind of guy who’s antecedents “won the West”, because they simply refused to lie down and die. Seriously.

[@michaelshaw1139]

Another great episode. I’d like to see more oddball cars being rescued on this channel

[@chrisperez8092]

One of the hardest working men on KZbin and totally committed to his family!!! Thank you for sharing!!!

[@nickcormier3307]

Fills me with pride as a Cannahdian to see the quality workmanship that went into crafting these machines. Thanks Derek, this was one heck of a revival 👊

[@FrankBullitt390]

They were built on the east coast and they had serious issues with the workers only putting in enough hours to collect unemployment and then quitting. There's a reason nobody puts factories over there.

[@adamward3100]

@@FrankBullitt390 I am in New Brunswick and that is NOT the reason why the car failed ... more caused by Quality control and supply chain shortages

[@JamesBrown-vp7ew]

More to story get ur facts right frank. Port city solider

[@FrankBullitt390]

@@adamward3100 You can go watch the documentary for yourself, clearly its not something you'll be proud of, but it was a major factor, right from Malcolm Bricklin himself!

[@TalkieToaster.]

Almost up there with British lightweight sports cars in terms of quality! Still though, they're fun cars whilst they last lol

[@cgeary4homes]

Derek, you gave it all you had! The guys got a no one to hold them and no one to fold them and most importantly get home in time to be with your son. I can tell you from person experience treasure these moments as your sons are growing up as they’ll never be repeated. Don’t miss one of them.

[@therealsl0ve]

You did a great job keeping your morale high. That seemed like a draining process with a vehicle built by an automaker that earned it's place as a "former" automaker. Great video!

[@Watchingyoutube65]

I was watching you and Freddy start the car with the old distributor back in and I noticed the license plate was 24 7 and it just popped into my head that’s exactly how hard you work. Your commitment to being successful for your family and to enrich your viewers lives is inspiring thank you

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for noticing & watching!

[@PhantomXT]

Well there’s a name for this rig: “24/7”

[@jbr0wn]

@@ViceGripGarage new submission for the burnout pit?!?!

[@InnovativePoolsLLC]

This is awesome !!! when I saw this posted and noticed it was over 2 hours the level of excitement can’t be described in words .. Derek is one of few people who can make this car ROAD WORTHY and great again!

[@gailynbrock5204]

"She's a runner!!"...I love to hear that!

[@SModelMafia]

Derik, I'm having an absolute shitty day today at work, and I have to thank you for making it as good as it is. I have had this video on while I'm running service calls, and you have helped me not want to just start mowing over people on the road ( I'm totally joking about that ) But you have helped me have a much better day than it was. I'm a new watcher, and definitely a fan. Thanks for giving us some enjoyment for the day.. Love your adventures

[@user-tv4iv1cw7d]

i think its awesome what you do with your sons . very important to spend time with them , awesome show thanks for doing it.

[@johnlewan1114]

You have to admire a fella for building a car from scratch. Oh, and that guy Bricklin helped a little. Truly amazing to watch you work. That's one car that should be put in a museum, so it won't ever hurt anybody else!

[@riddledj3468]

Derek is such a legend how he keeps on trying until it’s absolutely over

[@tonybanannas6612]

He gave up.pretty quickly on that Buick grand national

[@agenericaccount3935]

@@tonybanannas6612 Not really. Did we watch the same vid?

[@R33FER89]

Once I saw your knowledge about the plates and registration stickers it kept me intrigued and had to watch the rest. I love all your videos keep them coming!

[@bobnorton1901]

Derek, great episode, YOU have the patience of Job! You are an inspiration to everyone !

[@keiroy4514]

Worked for NAPA for 20+ years. The 1515 NAPA Gold is the same as the Wix 51515. A shorter substitute is a 1068 or 51068. Enjoy watching you and your family create entertaining content. Keep up the good work.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks for the info!

[@jesperstrid4316]

Couldn´t have asked for a better episode than Derek and Freddy together with their banter and oh-so-serious discussion about a car. Love it!

[@ffhj3349]

dawfaw123

[@SteelCity570]

I love these revival videos, it makes me want to revive something but it also makes me want to just binge your videos 😂

[@robertfreeman4656]

Derek... YOU CAN'T POLISH A TURD!! The horror stories I could tell you about my old Bricklin!! They are always prone to overheat!! Something was always breaking.. Before I sent mine to the junkyard, I happily used it as target practice!!😊 That is one car I don't miss!!

[@harmlesscreationsofthegree1248]

You two are a decent duo, gave me more laughs than I’ve had all week. I hope he has more cars to gift you in the future.

[@unmalo2768]

I think this is the first time I have seen someone make Derek laugh this much! This guy Tavarish is a hoot!

[@thatrealba]

The shine wears off pretty quickly.

[@philipimler5516]

Omg! This video stressed me out! I can only imagine what you were feeling! Glad you were able to get home to help your son. Your videos are always enjoyable. This was a rough one to watch because everything was looking good for a bit n then everything started going downhill. Hope you are able to get her running good. God bless!

[@rayberlin]

I enjoyed this episode! You threw in the towel exactly at the right time that no feasible way forward was possible.

[@MartinScheuerJr]

Killer vid and as a dad, I’m proud of you as a fellow dad that you would make sure you’re home to work on your sons project with him. Good man. Keep up the good work!

[@Onteo1]

My absolute favorite car ever. I worked at a dealership that sold these when new and loved driving them, a little to much money at the time for a 20 year old. With so few left, It should be restored or at least brought back to running for someone else to finish. Even after watching this , I still want one. Someday……

[@TheHelado36]

This channel is far more interesting than many “reality” shows from cable ! As for the car, what makes these vehicles look cheap is the lack of window frames, they look like kit cars.

[@carlosarce2321]

Just started watching a few of your videos which I love them. And the faces you make when u have brake issues. I'm hooked hope you keep me entertained for the next few years. And always be safe on your adventures..

[@charleswakelin7074]

It's great seeing you and Tavarish working together !

[@joshuafunk9438]

Seeing him do the episode with Jared and Tavarash again - I think I would enjoy seeing all 3 for a good stupid 30 minute comedy special 😂

[@BearGrils55]

The first thing I thought when I heard that voice was "dear god please, not Tavarish".

[@picklefart]

I couldn't have enjoyed the duo more

[@captivethoughts1745]

2:12:50 - 2:12:55. That says it all. The man definitely has his priorities straight. Just remember ya'all, Derek spends a lot of time away from the kids and Mrs. to put these adventures together. They all make a lot of sacrifices to do that. He could of toughed it out and limped that car home, but he made a commitment to help build a go-cart, and that commitment is gonna be kept. As they used to say on Hee Haw, "Salute!"

[@electronicengineer]

Salute!

[@rogergeilow4982]

Really like watching Derek , Roadworthy Rescues is a great show , this guy is way smarter then he lets on

[@alcorraalb6029]

That was thee best 2 hours 13 minutes and 29 seconds of my day! On to the next episode!

[@ArthurSperotto]

60k views in 58 minutes. 1.3M views in 2 days. This is awesome, I'm so happy for you Derek!

[@rowdy3837]

I ALWAYS enjoy the oh so subtle Ford shade. Makes me smile every time.

[@b3hamby]

When these were new I used to see One regularly in the little New Mexico town that we lived in. I believe it was green. A few years ago a project car lot had a couple of these that were pretty roads but complete. I did try opening one of the doors and they are heavy. I do remember one of the biggest complaints about these cars was the one that you noticed, that if the air compressor is down then there’s no way to get out of the car!

[@robertpersall98]

I wish I had that much patience! Good on you for doing what you do and for keeping your promises to the boys!

[@user-ut4vw6qp3o]

READ ME! ... I found a 1975 Bricklin and brought it back to life. It is relatively easy to work on. Once you sort out the doors the car is a blast to drive. I can send you pics of what I did and the easy way to make the doors work. Most everything is available ... carpet set, brakes, trim, etc. The guy who designed the doors was still alive, when I did mine, and had a business redoing these in Virginia. You can even remove the outer skin and replace it with newer thin wall fiberglass units and paint the car any color. The trans should be a sought after FMX and he was right the underpinnings are AMC Hornet. You have a radio which is rare and expensive plus you have air which I did not.

[@ar2043]

Constantly amazed at the lengths Derek will go to to try and get these rescues home. It is just utterly incredible what he will put himself through!!! We’re going to put that one in the “W” column Derek… No problem. It may not have made it back home, but still a “win“ in my book. Thanks for the great content!!!

[@ronniebellar]

You might check the direction of the water pump i have had issues with having the pump turning backwards on sbf It still circulates but doesn't flow correctly. I know it sounds crazy but some are made to spin one way and others the opposite.

[@ticktack3551]

Derick i was recently struck down with some health issues and i got to watch some of your new ones top knotch mate keep up the great work looking forward to seeing your new ones

[@bigbass421]

Most of us 'car guys' hear ONE weird noise on the highway, and it's danger danger mode... It takes balls, a casual attitude, and a good amount of money in the bank to attempt the adventures that are routine for Derek. Always brings a smile to my face at the troubles, and his solutions. I once thought Bricklins were exotic, and cool.. So did the unfortunates that bought them. Even worse than a DeLorean... only, a worse build quality.

[@Jeremymulisha250]

Since the day I first came across this channel, I’ve been hooked, literally 3 years or so..but it’s videos like this and the last one with his littlest human he’s responsible for that make me push through hard times and issues…thanks Derrick! Oh and tavarish is a awesome sport and I love his channel too!

[@maquabear5242]

Can you please tell me how to get to Tavarish's channel? I take it that's the guy that was helping Derek. Freddy? Thanks bud. Bear

[@1203fild]

@@maquabear5242 yep, that's him, just look up Tavarish here on youtube, in the search bar ;)

[@stefengray1723]

I laughed so hard I almost “Bricklined” my pants! But you had me hooked for the entire video!! You sir are a Real Man of Genius, Mr -I Revived A Bricklin SV1 and lived to tell the tale!!

[@frankfuller975]

🤣

[@laserflexr6321]

Dude, you made for yourself an awesome job. You get to be out in the fresh air, performing multiple miracles on a daily basis to ressurect the dead. And everywhere you go you leave piles of dead batteries, oil slicks, copious clouds of noxious fumes and you get more mold to ingest than any mortal man deserves. And your eloquence in splaining stuff is unrivaled. Thanks for wasting another of my Saturday mornings.

[@robertsimmons9423]

Keep up the good work pal! Love everything you do!

[@pmscalisi]

I don’t know if you’re extremely brave or insane tackling a Bricklin. I totally admire you!!😊

[@collinsmith9941]

Not missing the go cart build is pretty great. Good job dad. You gave that thing more of a go than 99% of the fellas that would have attempted that journey.

[@matthewmcmaster2731]

The Bricklin is one of the safest cars. Cause you can never get it to leave your yard. 😂

[@raywade2275]

I'm from New Brunswick Canada where the Bricklin was conceived. There is one in my town still running perfectly.

[@erikrunas226]

Absolutely loved this episode.!! You and Freddy worked great together. He seemed like he was trying to uphold a higher standard of repair considering he has multiple exotics verses your normal level debauchery. You rock!!

[@kevincronin8899]

This guy is so blessed, how he manage to drive these death traps without exploding in a fire ball is beyond me.

[@fishhuntadventure]

Us older guys grew up naturally aspirated to ‘calculated risk’ before the term was really known…. It’s not as bad as you think.

[@mikeb5556]

@@fishhuntadventure I know what you mean. I would never go on a long journey without basic tools, wires, points etc expecting to break down. Cars today are far too electronic - so no hope if they did happen to fail.

[@davidwoermansr]

I travel everywhere in old stuff I built out of a salvage yard and work on along side the road if I can't limp it into town to a parking lot when my kids were young our vacations were like an episode of roadkill that's why I love going on power tour I rescue cars myself as I hunt derby and circle track cars some I get just for the drivetrain because everything else is so far gone they wouldn't even be a safe derby car

[@barryscarlett462]

Had to watch this. After u sold it to dd speed shop . Thanks for being just u Derick. U are one of a kind

[@robtorino4447]

I’ve just found you and boy am I glad I did, there’s so much content of yours I’ve yet to binge on now 👍🏻👌🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@christopherfortune9497]

What am I gonna do on Fridays when this guy hangs it up someday? What a great dad you are Derrick. So glad we get to be a part of your life every week.

[@kraigallison5300]

Youll have to be like those old woman and men still watching reruns 40 year after the last show

[@stevensmith5626]

One of the best ones so far! Freddy was a hoot and you really went far and above to get it going. This was definitely a win! Have fun building the cart with your boy 😊

[@michaelellis8670]

Was the air dam in place I didn't see it was grilling pork chops while watching video lol

[@davidnash8586]

I'm shattered watching this whilst I worked ! Tavarish looked EXHAUSTED and you just kept on going !

[@johngibbs8345]

Great video 👍👍👍 You should definitely let Bentley have his way and put the 400 in. Love watching you guys work together, what an inspiration 👍🙏👍🙏👍