Almost Ready! AE86’s Dramatic Last Days at the Body Shop

[@hereticalhimbo]

god has it been 7 years already, looking foward to the next 7

[@St_Rizla]

Hopefully it doesn't get swung into a wall haha

[@hamiltonsullivan6563]

​i swear if it happen I blame you for jinxing it lollllll@St_Rizla

[@chris-se7jt]

been watching since the build started can't believe how long it's been what a journey

[@XBullitt16X]

Same, since its days it was in a bush of overgrown grass. I check in every now and then when I see an update.

[@Mr_jz_12]

Think this build took ages, wait till you see how long "project binky" has been going for :O

[@XBullitt16X]

@@Mr_jz_12 So long I forgot about it, I need to check that channel lol.

[@chris-se7jt]

@@Mr_jz_12 I’ll give it a look on the old google machine

[@Mr_jz_12]

@@chris-se7jt well worth the watch. Very in depth too.

[@02lucy666]

HE SAID IT! The absolute pinnacle of a restaured AE86.

[@MADOOOH]

Barry said FUCK OFF! My day is made!! 🎉🎉😂

[@juiceboxforyou]

Hahahaha

[@86zero86]

I started watching when the AE86 first hit the scene in 1943, we've been through 6 recessions, 5 world wars and 35 popes but by jaysus here we are thriving!

[@MrE30]

Truly chuffed for you Neil that the 86 after 7 years is near its completion and to have such a tight group of friends to trust and talk to these days with Barry, Jackie, Flip and Reuben it’s is hard to come by. And yes please have other projects ahead.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Im very lucky to have such a good group of mates, loads more misery and fun ahead! Ive got a few more builds Ive been keeping away from the channel until this is finished

[@luisfilipe5043]

Everyone talks about "OEM+", but this project is what it really means. I'm a "restore it to original" type of guy, but couldn't have more respect for this. Every bit was carefully crafted. I wish I could do this to my own car. Best regards, man, keep it up!

[@realisticdylan935]

Absolutely wicked. Can't believe it's been 7 years.

[@XBullitt16X]

Its been too long, that's for sure.

[@AlexTsekot]

Jackie, Barry, the true Gs of this build, this thing is turning out super nice, love the little detail on the wrap around lip, super nerd stuff

[@mochunk]

Can't forget about Duggy's contributions! What a friggin crew you lads got, for sure. Wish I had such great mates.

[@baseshark]

Hey man, in 2017 I was in my last year of high school. 7 years later I still haven't finished my engineering degree, but your AE86 looks mint. 7 years isn't so bad!

[@EnriqueMatheus-z2f]

The funny is you guys are absolutely right about life

[@ivu-fe4ik]

I fucking love mondays

[@christomofo88]

No 80s grocery getter has any business having a paint job that good! I am absolutely made up that someone with such a passion for these cars gets to own and enjoy this complete masterpiece! Health to enjoy and looking forward to seeing it in person at a show somewhere!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers man

[@shyshydad]

From one car enthusiast to another, even though im all the way in Australia... this hits home like nothing ever.... so proud of you bro.. Now after that nasty split from my ex, finally my life is back on track... my SW20 (original 1991 GT turbo) is sitting in my friends garage calling my name... the motor has finally been finished, assembled by a famous ex TRD group A mechanic... only every worked on 4A and 3S etc.... its time to absolutely smash out the dreams boys.... thank you Neil..... 2024 year of the resurrection of JDM legends!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Nice man I hope you get to enjoy that beauty~!

[@conorshields1428]

You owe that man pints for life

[@juiceboxforyou]

Fact!

[@gafrers]

04:16 Alfred Hitchcock called. 🤣 The Level of attention to details, work and finish is always insane. 👏👏 7 years; worth it. 👌

[@mattteee2973]

They must have heard that the nicest paint job in a 1000mile radius was going to peek outside soon, so they all wanted a try at shitting on it.

[@gafrers]

@@mattteee2973 Read my mind.

[@nickho7584]

Can’t believe we’ve all been watching this build for 7 years, can’t wait to see you ripping it in all its glory 🔥

[@shimapancyra]

I love the black on the AE86, it looks so evil and cool

[@MADOOOH]

The front bumber looks absolutely savage too neil well done!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Well done to Jackie and Barry, they absolutely blew this out of the park with that bumper! Not too long now and its hopefully on the road

[@TNE_YT]

I can’t express how fucking clean the 86 looks, it’s unreal. Huge proprs to everyone who worked on it and to you for bringing us through the whole process, love you Neil ❤

[@hachirokuAU]

Neil, as someone who bought his AE86 in his very early 20s, owned it for 21yrs, dont worry about the other life things people are doing. just enjoy what you are doing, the other life stuff (houses, partners, kids etc) can come later when you are ready.

[@Sneddz1]

Its been a long journey but one well worth the effort. I follow a lot of long builds and i have enjoyed the progress on this throughout. Hope the car treats you well in the future.

[@1one3_Racing]

You don't often think about this, but doing 1 off custom work is actually a thrill for a professional. I'm a landscaper and do mind numbingly repetitive stuff all day, but give me a custom job working from concept renderings and I love it! I'll do all the overtime I can! My tattoo artist said the same thing when he did my sleeve that we agonised over for nearly 6 months in design. He said its so much better putting 20 hours in a huge custom peice than doing 20 flaming skulls over and over again. I never thought of it like that!

[@trombati]

The car turned out great with black paint and white wheels. Well done everyone involved 👌

[@Necromancer166]

It took me almost 5 years to almost finish my car, so 7 years on this is right on sched. Wish I could do it all over again. Love the car, and all the lads and the enthusiasm you all put into this. Got me feeling now that it's almost over

[@melihspots7939]

Neil, I am damn proud to have been a part of your whole journey. I definitely feel the saying that the 86 being something to keep you out of trouble. I can relate to that as it is something that has influenced me for over 10 fucking years, all thanks to you and your build. It's honestly been the most inspiring car to me, just as Ueo's 86 has been to you, so I couldn't be happier to see you so close to the end. Not to sound too fanboyish, but you and your 86 have really been the game changer for the last few years. Cheers to lads who still live with their parrents to make financial mistakes 🍻

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers man! Glad this misery machine has inspired your financial mistakes hahaha

[@NewZeroland]

Life choices, man! You made the right one here. This channel, this community, this car.. everything you've created is amazing and I'm such a huge fan of it all!

[@TimotiusAprino13]

I am very happy and proud of your achievements, Neil, in restoring the AE86 which took more than 7 years. You will definitely feel joy and sorrow while restoring an AE86 and I feel it. I have been following you since 2017 and until now I am waiting patiently for the final progress of your AE86 restoration and I hope the results are very satisfying. Greetings from Jakarta, Indonesia

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers for the kind words! Its getting real close now, I cant wait to enjoy this and build a few other rust machines on the channel, hopefully they don't take seven years!

[@el_kuks]

Been watching this channel since first videos of restoration as an inspiring material for my own project car. Seven years passed, and I still don`t have a project car. But I`ve opened my own repair shop to earn some money and have place and tools for build. So my project is yet to come and Juicebox is still great inspiration for me. Cheers!

[@crazyeye9413]

I've been watching this show for seven years without even realizing it. Congratulations on fulfilling your dream.

[@pistolpat_5547]

Man, it’s been awhile. I’ve gone through college and i’m about to start a new chapter in my life again and go back into school. The car’s finally almost finished. Congratulations on the 86!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Its been a mission! Best of luck back at school

[@kanjoracer4914]

I've been watching since probably episode 4 and i am so thrilled for you Neil, You're right about using our toys before they're taken away

[@JDMFANBOY-ww7sh]

been watching since it started 22 now love how far it's come like it has all the panel's now

[@Urchfab]

That's a stunning looking coffin buddy! congrats on seeing it through.

[@Laner84]

So so close , have been enjoying this build since around Dec 2017 can't wait to see it finished but at the same time it will be sad because it will be the end of the big build , hopefully get to see her in the flesh when I return to Ireland for something like lz.festival again !

[@juiceboxforyou]

For sure, ill be taking this to a few events this year hopefully

[@12uniflew]

7 years of following, how that time has flown, so proud of you Neil, your father would be such a very proud man! grinning ear to ear from the heavens at the things you've accomplished a pure gentleman.

[@stutter4life]

So long but worth the wait! It's been awesome watching this from start to now!

[@brandonbackner5058]

Some of the finest body work in the world. Excellent job!!!

[@tylerhersey557]

This is my favorite build series on YT and as amazing as it will be to see it finished and you enjoying it I'm going to miss the updates to be honest. Your vision of an 86 is literally perfection man thank you for all these videos over the past 7 years

[@juiceboxforyou]

Loads of updates on this to come, the story is only getting started, I also have another selection of shit boxes Ive been hiding from the channel to build

[@Murakami12]

hard to believe i was just starting college when you first started this project. so happy to seeing the 86 near completion!!! :D

[@RichDasix]

this turns out to be my fav 86 of the planet, it's a lovely "karr" for sure. 😍

[@philbarbato]

The hood pins look fuckin mint, man. 👌

[@TaupakiRotaz]

This 86 is so fuckin sick well done man

[@keithfujiwara7740]

Man has it been 7 years i feel like watching you makes me feel old lol i was 13 when i first started watching this Crazy Restoration Journey and I’m happy to see this alive again keep making more journeys after this ae86 is complete you make all our dreams and inspirations come true bro love from the Philippines 🇵🇭 Neil 😁

[@juiceboxforyou]

hats wild! Glad you enjoyed the process

[@Shadowdarknessone]

is it normal to tear up because i finally see it come together. i'm so happy for you neill

[@juiceboxforyou]

Thanks! its starting to get real close now

[@H0tDawgWater911]

Ive had my 86 for 7 years too but mine has moved in the exact opposite direction 😂😭😢 Congratulations dude this thing is so beautiful ❤

[@StuSubstance]

Incredible workmanship all round on this mate . Fucking buzzing for every update ❤

[@SENostalgia]

This is making me so happy and its not even my car but I'm constantly grinning from ear to ear watching the last couple of videos. Can't even begin to imagine how insane this must feel for you.

[@juiceboxforyou]

I really appreciate that! Its insanely surreal to see it come to this stage

[@GSMMW]

Keep chasing that dream! Savage; mental man. Looks amazing.

[@Long_Shot_Media]

Wow Neil, it looks absolutely beautiful congrats mate Jackie & Barry did amazing work

[@juiceboxforyou]

Id be lost without them!

[@Long_Shot_Media]

@@juiceboxforyou hopefully I can find similar people here when the time comes

[@Miles64k]

This is unbelievable, 7 years but it's so worth it

[@r3drocket659]

Dude, it's crazy to think I've been watching this madness for 7 years lol. Fuckin stoked on the progress man, she's absolutely beautiful!

[@oli1658]

I'd love to go see this car in a museum someday far in the future. This car is truly museum worth in my opinion.

[@patrickegan1452]

Fair play to all involved the car looks amazing.. nearly there.. hopefully the car will be at 86 day on the 1st sept at mondello. Would love to see this in person.. 👍

[@NSKREZZOT]

Can't wait to see it fully together 😍

[@FujiRoku]

Keep on pushing!!!

[@RONIN1111]

its normal to live at home and save money. dont let anyone shame you.. live your dream Neal. great build!!!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Trying to do both haha!

[@Franxy108]

Can’t wait for the done thing:)

[@markweir6405]

7 years of the most satisfying build ! This is a level of perfection few can lay claim too.

[@russ4AGE]

All the hours of work each of you have dedicated to this car is incredible. Just a dream come true. Thanks for the vids that inspire me to go back to my project care with more enthusiasm. Ueo shout out was awesome!

[@AlteredCarbons]

damn, i cant be the only one who got a lil teary eye'd looking at this thing is full paint and windows it. its been such a long time watching this get built.

[@psqlm457]

words cant explain how much i love this car

[@biupS]

FUCKIN IMMACULATE BROTHER GAHHHHHHHHHDAMN. This brings me so much joy to see this. Can't wait to see you enjoying this, living vicariously through you 😂.. we better have future clips of you in your 50's still cruising this beautiful piece of automotive history!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Ill be trying to hold onto this for as long as Im above ground! Cheers for the kind words

[@jonlouch8485]

Is that how long I've been watching this channel for dam thats 7 years well spent

[@jfnonyt]

Honestly the amount of hard work and craftmanship gone into this little 86 is just so incredible. I feel proud to be so invested into this series and witness the transformation ♥️👊 Thank you Neil for letting us see this through your eyes.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers for being along for the ride!

[@unkowntohankle]

this is coming out amazing! been watching it since 8 years ago. some things are worth the wait. this is the perfect example! well done to all the boys

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers!

[@blakekelly2229]

Jackie takes such pride in his work, making sure he does everything to the very best standard. So good!

[@juiceboxforyou]

Hes the best

[@colinmurray6741]

The 86 looks ffing awesome I’m so happy for you

[@siwood22]

This hits such a soft spot for me personally, first car here in Australia was a black eg6 sir. Had itbs, white te37 and bronze glass. Stupid me sold it to take ex Mrs on holidays. Neil this AE86 is a gem.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Damn! At least you got to enjoy it, hopefully you got something to make up for it too!

[@siwood22]

@@juiceboxforyou I most definitely did, built another one but red a good number of years later. Unfortunately I enjoyed the work more than the product so I ended up selling it for a jzx90 mk2

[@CaptainTexas92]

What a magnificent piece of art. So much thought and effort into every nook and cranny. Must be such a fantastic feeling having such great friends and your dream car becoming a reality after nearly a decade of blood, sweat, and tears. Congratulations Neil!

[@juiceboxforyou]

crazy to think how long its gone on for

[@redsox1714]

Time flies I remember the first vid on this 86

[@fariznazreen9138]

All that bird come to enjoy the journey 7years. What a great car brother. Absolutely wicked . Love to see you enjoy and having a good people surrounds you making a dream come true. There were really good at their job ❤ (not job but position and love about car)

[@GreatJobStudio]

No way it's been that long. INSANE to see how far this thing has come since you found it in the marsh. Every time I watch one of your vids, my interest in cars gets reinvigorated. Here in America, it's about who's got the biggest, fastest engine, and there's just no community like this out here any more. Not to mention the amount of shit people get for driving certain cars... To me, cars have always been about hanging with mates and enjoying what you're driving without it effecting your ego. Love you man, And I am very glad to have been here for the entirety of it. P.S. I started saying "fuck off" just like him because of this series, thank you Barry.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Thats a shame, here we all get a kick out of any sort of car, it could be American, german or Japanese, I guess being a tiny country without its own car manufacturers, people are into all sorts, I really appreciate the kind words too, Id be lost without having good friends around me who have steered this build in the right direction, the results are better than anything I could have ever imagined

[@copycat8687]

7 years ive been watching this build and ive only just started my first Dragged a Lexus Sc400 out from a yard similar to the 86 and this thing has given me every bit of motivation to get it done Great job man this thing is looking immaculate

[@juiceboxforyou]

Carzy to thing how far its come, tbh I thought Id never get this far, so this is pretty surreal

[@copycat8687]

@@juiceboxforyou Show and shine quality build man you should be so proud

[@cheesepizza87]

That front bumper is something else. I need to know how long I’ve been watching, all the glass being in is wild.

[@Kanjostewhew]

In the time you have been doing this and I have been watching you I met my gf and then got married purchased a house had a child got a very impractical B18 EG blew all my Money on that so yeah watching these videos has kept me going and motivates me to get my EG painted too !

[@cole2917]

After following you for YEARS, it's so damn cool seeing this thing come to fruition. Congrats! (also you have such a great group of friends)

[@juiceboxforyou]

Id be lost without them

[@dee1089]

That car must have as smile from ear to ear much like its owner.. your homies are true homies i must say. nice touch with the brown tinted glass also.I hope your gonna treat your boys to the best food they ever tasted one night. they deserve it.

[@2fingacriminal]

holy shit neil, it looks so fucking mint, big props

[@maxcolligan7913]

closer and closer every vid. its so great to see it almost finished!

[@brandonhalmrast]

Omg i cant believe its this close now. Feels like a never ending story! Sad to be almost over but excited to see whats next for juicebox and Neil

[@juiceboxforyou]

Plenty more shit boxes in the pipeline hopefully

[@TevsYen]

Watching her being put together after soo many years is beyond satisfying, awesome build , gives us all hope to someday restore our shitboxes .. the journey pain and suffering was very much worth it after seeing your baby completed. Very Happy for you ❤

[@juiceboxforyou]

Really appreciate the kind words

[@gigasipke]

Looks so good, I been watching since it was pulled out of the weeds. Simply fantastic.

[@paulEG6]

I’ve been watching for about 5 years and although it’s taken as long as it has, the end result is still incredible! Although after seeing the finish on the 86’s paint I’ll have to shut my eyes while I’m getting in my car so I don’t die of sadness looking at the sunburned misery😂

[@juiceboxforyou]

Im terrified of the paint job, its crazy good

[@bradfell1423]

It's been a good journey watching this since you started. I think you're page came up in my algorithm as something i might like and here we are 7 years later. Great effort to you and the team, the 86 looks amazing.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Thats epic! Cheers for the kind words

[@Mr_jz_12]

20:50 Hence why my aw11 and cressida are sitting out at my parents. I know if i sell them, i'll never be able to re do whats done.

[@tonyosullivan5789]

Seven years ago when the first vid came out I was doing my junior cert. Now I’m approaching my final exams in final year of uni. Insane

[@juiceboxforyou]

Haha thats wild, time moves a lot slower at that age too so this must feel like forever

[@rollinoldskool9995]

The attention to detail on this car is amazing use all have outdone yourselfs giving you guys props all the way from New Zealand

[@johny79action]

Hope you're gonna Lano-guard the inside of panels to stop it rusting more :), damn guys the work has paid off for sure that is 1 sexy looking 86 ;).

[@juiceboxforyou]

I have no clue what that is, but we've added some cavity wax to slow things down

[@AbradolfLincler]

yeah man been here since it was a purple mess in a bush xD glad to have been around it's been a blast and thanks for sharing, this could have happened in some garage in Ireland and nobody would have known about it, but alas here we are :D rings laaad

[@juiceboxforyou]

Glad you've appreciated the long and strange journey this has taken me on

[@alfie_morrey7855]

Christ it’s been long and I just don’t care anddd I just can’t wait juicebox forever with this brilliance!

[@southney7211]

So good watching all the effort and obsession being pieced together. You’ve all smashed it. 😎

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers man! Id be fecking lost without these guys around me

[@southney7211]

@@juiceboxforyou you’ve got some top mates. No bullshit guys.

[@possibly8180]

Everyone's absolutely fuckin chuffed for you man, holy hell does this look good.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Its surreal tbh!

[@bluematter87]

Ah looks soo good. Amazing job. Been here for the whole thing. 🎉🎉

[@angeloah]

But those pockets lad, mint, lovely. Now, f$&k off! Super stoked for ya.

[@ChrisMccarthy-yk7jg]

It's been good craic lads long may it continue

[@jdiogo200]

been watching this for 7 years, man what a journey, tbh even if seeing it on a video it looks not real like the plug has not dropped for me and im still in shock, what a car you have built Neil congratulations. I bet that not only for me but for many others you inspire them, and man does it sound cheesy when i say ur the inspiration for the love i have with cars but it´s true. Keep it up big hug from Portugal

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers for the kind words!

[@Ruskhoff]

7 years damn.. Having been able to witness the progession from day one, wow, what a journey ! Thank you so much for bringing us along for this adventure Neil ! Cheers

[@Primenumber19]

It turned out better than I imagined. Thanks for sharing the journey.

[@juiceboxforyou]

Cheers for sticking around

[@ronanobrien4405]

What a car and what a job. I absolutely love watching these videos when they come out