Can you build a car from scratch? One man's journey.

Have you ever thought of building your own car? Does the thought of driving a unique one of a kind creation intrigue you? Well then, this video may be just what you are looking for to answer the questions of what does it take, what do I need to know and should I really even take the leap? Follow the construction process of the Arete Supercar project and listen as Jay Jarvie tells what it takes to go from a pile of parts to rolling art.

[@AwareOCE]

"75% done with 80% to go" Thats a brilliant saying 😂 Great video!

[@dougsisk6780]

I agree, soooooo true.

[@BuilderCreator]

75% brilliant, 80% Humor . . . All humor must have a bit of truth they say!

[@FirstLast-tx3yj]

@@BuilderCreator hello but what is the trans and transfer case? Is it a 4L80 or th400? More importantly what was the standalone transfercase!?

[@BuilderCreator]

@@FirstLast-tx3yj 4L80e from a Corvette. It has the longer shaft that will allow me to build an adapter to my center differential (transfer case). I am building the center diff from a Borg Warner 1372 inards.

[@schrodingerscat1863]

Most projects 80% of the work takes 10% of the time, then you have to solve all the problems.

[@stephengirling7859]

Your vision and skills never cease to amaze me! The videos may be few but they are definitely worth the wait. Arete is one very elegant design.

[@BuilderCreator]

I am constantly working to get my life into a position that the videos can be more frequent. One day! Thanks for waiting patiently until then.

[@PL4GU3d]

I think you encapsulate the most important idea in this video; you love the process as much as you love the result. That’s what makes it so worth it!

[@BuilderCreator]

For sure! If I just wanted a fancy car it would be much easier to just get a second job and buy something nice- say a new Corvette Z06!

[@YourBeardedDoc]

I don't think that I will ever build a car, but it is so much fun watching your build. Thanks for posting these videos. I am cheering you on!

[@davecourtois5142]

I wish there's more creative people like you. Thank's for sharing your passion with us, it's truly an inspiration to me. Keep going!

[@BuilderCreator]

If there were more creatives then I would just be average. Ha! Thanks for following the build(s).

[@JTient]

I think there's a lot but this is not a small task. The forge by local mother's got a 116,000 car design submissions. I am optimistic about the future. The Lucra that's never been built the ring others Pantera an Australian GT40 haltech interviewed. Direct digital to manufactured part. If they're was an automotive design platform with digital twins, generative AI, and part ordering it would make custom cars much easier but as it stands the research for what parts, learning CAD, having to weld takes so many skills. High end builds require 150K just in parts 😢. The super performance Daytona Coupe or factory 5 Daytona frame. Janerrelly design 1 front and rear on the Factory Five front mid engine they never made was my dream. With some chip foose E Type in there but even the research design and build is above my ability or pay grade. SEMA opening up there parts database, getting people on the same CAD, streamline part ordering and project planning could really help. My plan is to start with the small readily available parts from a crashed LS7 Z06. Design in Rhino or Blender or AutoCAD unsure. CNC laser cut styrofoam molds with Prepreg carbon fiber base. Laser cut CNC bent tig welded superleggera chassis and a hit formed tucked in roll cage. C6 suspension geometry beefed up tremic and a Ford 9" mated together in the rear inboard suspension like on Detroit speed rampage. 5" ground clearance with hydraulic lift Will wood Carbon 6 piston brakes. Quick Adjustable suspension and rear end that cool exposed shift links. Ricaro seats with the gromits for heated and cooled seats momo vintage steering and seatbelts. Nelson 427 aluminum block pro touring TT LSX. I know it's possible but I doubt many people could even build it. It lives in my head because I don't have a million to pay someone.

[@Hazdazos]

Love this. Totally dig the one-man-band mentality. When you have your mind set on doing something your way and to hell with what others think. Love it.

[@petemcgeehan1824]

You are a true inspiration, thank you so much for all the content in your videos! I absolutely love them.

[@denehardy949]

Wow! Just found this video and I’ve gone back to start watching the whole series. I’ve always been interested in Automotive design and Engineering and to see every step in this detail is incredible. Most things I’ve watched skip over many of these steps and you miss the point of them even existing. Thanks for creating this.

[@basementsupercarbuild2948]

Nice video. I am anxiously waiting on the video for your door hinge solution. I have decided to redo my door hinges at some point in the future. On a fun note.. I took my car out for a short drive a couple of days ago, video coming soon.....

[@BuilderCreator]

I'll try to get back to hinges just for you! A bit jealous of the drive, then I remember you have a lot of body to build. Ha!

[@brunobalestra]

Keep at it! Your work is not only great, but also inspiring. You are one of the people I have been following for a while and your build is a guide, a reference and an inspiration, as I've commented here before. It's also the reason I'm doing my videos both in English and Portuguese. Hope to see more soon!

[@BuilderCreator]

Continue sendo sua própria inspiração. Obrigado por seguir o canal.

[@shelbygtsoo]

When I was at school I use to love drawing cars and believe it or not 43 years ago I drew a car which is so close to Lamborghini Aventador and wanted to build cars based on VW like all kit cars did in the seventies and eighties but I was always scorned and laughed at …. That is what happens when you don’t believe in yourself and follow your dream… Congratulations my friend and your craftsmanship and design are great and I sincerely hope you will celebrate the successful completion of your project and having lots of miles of enjoyment driving her

[@BuilderCreator]

Well, I don't know if it is a matter of believing in yourself and following your dreams, but usually more the fact that we choose to pursue a different path to assure our families have a little more security. I thought as a young man it was going to be cars, but ended up in architecture for a good span before I got back to "playing" with the cars. Thanks for watching the videos and joining in the delayed dreams.

[@YouGoneMad]

As I am watching this, first you mention the 1JZ, and now you are talking about another car I owned, my very first car, a early 90's Chevrolet Cavalier z24! And your using the window from it, how cool!

[@sdry]

Incredible craftmanship. Can't wait to see this car up and running. Keep it up Sir.

[@BuilderCreator]

You and me both! Thanks for watching.

[@juliuspreloznik7236]

Can’t wait to see this beauty finished.

[@Discotechque]

I don't know how well this car will run when on the road but one thing is for certain, you are a man of commitment and will. Big salute to you. Hope you finish this and get to enjoy it fully.

[@paulelverstone8677]

You, my friend, are living my dream. Can't wait to see the final product...

[@BuilderCreator]

Lots of dreams out there, don't let me take yours! :)

[@Kyle-qf7mc]

It's easy to make something looking nice with a lot of money ,the challenge is building a nice car on a budget

[@andylewis7360]

Some people watch videos with headphones ya know, Jay. 🤯👂🏻💥 Glad you’re still going strong with the Arête. Loving the project. I’ve watched every single episode. Really looking forward to seeing her scoot 😊

[@BuilderCreator]

Yeah, sorry! Every time I get audio figured out I change cameras or something and have to get a few videos posted to figure it out again. Thanks for being one of the "dedicated" viewers!

[@andylewis7360]

@@BuilderCreator Hope you’re an “enthusiastic” driver. I’m hoping for Top Gear style fly-bys 😁

[@mikeydizme1]

Thanks for taking the time to share this amazing g project.

[@teeceedee]

very elegant . im a modelist and well seeing it done this way one man i can relate but knowing all the engineering and applications of technology you use its amazing

[@jameslabs1]

Very inspiring on all levels. Thanks

[@itachi1145]

I've had a custom car idea in the back of my head for a few years now. This is wonderful inspiration to accomplish that

[@pivotalevent]

Today is the day! Out of the head and onto the road!

[@itachi1145]

@@pivotalevent I just need to get a helicopter turbine first. That will bring everything else together nicely.

[@777smitty4]

Wow credit to you I can totally understand your dedication . Just amazing!!

[@gregcaruso2641]

Thanks for the progress update. I've been following you for about a year and it helps motivate me for my projects. Can't wait to see what you post next.

[@BuilderCreator]

We all need to see someone else moving along to get us up and going! Thanks for subscribing and following the builds(s)

[@StephanieElizabethMann]

I have just started watching your channel. I'm enjoying your videos and benefiting from your knowledge. Your scratch built car looks great. I'm sure owning and driving it will be a much better feeling than going to a shop and buying anything similar.

[@BuilderCreator]

HA! Yeah, I couldn't afford anything "similar!"

[@jamesburnett7085]

I am still amazed that any one person alive can have your level of competence.

[@BuilderCreator]

Thanks, but I am wondering if that is a compliment to my competence or bewilderment at the lack of competence in the world in general? Ha!

[@josemilian4167]

I have always wanted to build a car that throws away looks as a major priority and prioritizes efficiency instead. seems like there is so much I would have to learn to even get started. Really enjoyed video thank you.

[@BuilderCreator]

I always thought that would be a great design exercise; design a vehicle with no styling thought, but purely function . . . I think it would end up being a fork lift. Ha!

[@LoganC278]

Would have never thought of how you worked the transaxle issue. Nice vision, this is the first video I have seen of yours and I am very impressed. Looking forward to future updates

[@BuilderCreator]

Welcome, thanks for coming along for the ride!

[@IhsanMujdeci]

My god, wow even building the ECU, truely a master of a lot of disciplines. My admiration for you is through the roof!

[@amandev6]

This channel is bloody amazing.

[@bloodaid]

One of my childhood dreams have always been to build my own car. Love your videos.

[@pivotalevent]

Today is the day!

[@bloodaid]

@@pivotalevent no money 😭😭😭

[@Al828282]

In response to your focus on keeping costs down: I once made a custom mold for a Mustang hood out of dirt! I made a 48" x 48" x 8" wood tray and packed dirt in it from the back yard. A hobby-grade CNC router with a ball-end bit "dug" out the mold in one day. I sprayed some water-based adhesive on the dirt to keep it in place and laid down the fiberglass. All of my expectations were exceeded! If I do this again, I'm going to set up the router on the back yard and dig into the ground (that tray was heavy and flexible)!

[@g0d182]

Excellent Nothing wrong with buying a car, but designing and building it, is next gen

[@19chucki74]

This small supercar prototype is gonna be a blast when it's done. Everyone has their own way of building a vehicle, and I have mine, on a non-existent budget. Keep it up, and I'll keep watching.

[@BuilderCreator]

I've always said, "just get building and the budget will appear!"

[@1963corvette327]

sir dude,,i though about you the other day, because i am getting into projects my self,,i was watching, when you first started,,nice to see yer still around and finished with the car, all the best and tks..

[@bobdavis3389]

Looking forward to more videos , please keep them coming ,

[@jaa2472]

that is so cool, maybe one days ill have the knowledge and money to build my own 1 of 1 custom car. love to see more in-depth videos of how you made the parts you did. great work, keep it up!

[@BuilderCreator]

One day? -"Today is the day!" but if you do need a bit more time, I will get more "In-depth" videos coming for you to pass the time till then.

[@JoeysShortsfortoday]

I can’t believe I missed this channel! I love this kind of stuff and I’m going to go back and watch all the old ones now too

[@pivotalevent]

Well thanks! Binge watchers really triger the algorithm.😊

[@96dalaw]

This project blows my mind! 🎩 off to you sir.

[@tonybui9633]

This is incredible work! This video has come in some amazing timing as I have been following the work of restomod company Singer Porsche and after finishing my Mechanical Engineering bachelors at Stanford university I plan to start a low-volume, bespoke sports car company, working with the Miata chassis!

[@pivotalevent]

Great! I have had a Miata project in the back of my mind for a while. Will be intrested to see what you put together. Keep in touch.

[@barry4234]

Thank you for the content that you produce and the time and effort involved to do so.

[@RandomestYT]

Men like you make me jealous. You're mad talented sir!

[@XtruhSpecialK]

man When I realized it was unfinished I was praying this video was made years ago so I could see the finished product! Guess I'll have to keep tuning in. Looks amazing

[@BuilderCreator]

Sorry, but on the other hand, "Welcome onboard for the ride."

[@Marie579]

Admirable job mate you're having to "adapt and modify" existing components and compromise your originality but it seems you're on top of it, its very difficult to grasp just how much is involved in something such as building a car totally. Stunning work and deeply impressed.

[@BuilderCreator]

Prototyping is all about adapting and problem solving, but sometimes buying a finished product still a venture in problem solving. Ha! Thanks for watching.

[@kingfiberdesigns]

Great work sir, its a pleasure see all your videos.

[@krthin007]

I am just astounded that you even built an ECU all on your own hats off to you

[@pivotalevent]

Well, the ECU was a kit, but I do have a bunch of years background in electroic assembly.

[@cdnjustin7227]

Can’t wait to see this thing rolling

[@frankcarden4709]

It looks so good,i hope you sell a few body skins,even if people put them on space frame chassis and dont go to the high standards of construction that you have,they look so classy.

[@chikato7106]

Better executed than a lot of the custom builds on here. Still have my critiques but you're doing an excellent job and it really sold me that you're using a 1JZ. Best power train ever.

[@BuilderCreator]

Well, we all have our critiques. No one more than the builder. Sometimes reading comments the "Imposter syndrome" kicks in and I have to ask, "are these people not seeing what I'm posting?" Ha! 1Jz best power train ever? What do you think of the 2Uz? Next project?

[@BILLY-px3hw]

I hear many people say it isn't worth it because all the man hours put into it. When the man hours are part of the reward the build process becomes part of why to do these projects, many people have hobbies that they spend thousands of hours and dollars on and never get a supercar at the end. With passion projects like this the man hours are the pay, many people would pay to be able to do work like this

[@BuilderCreator]

Amen! This is my mantra.

[@robertomignot2090]

Fantastic , amazing . Congratulations.

[@ElPierdolito]

Great job Sir and young lady!

[@tomomar123]

I love watching these and wondering where you have been but understand you have a life. Can't wait for more!

[@BuilderCreator]

When ever you wonder where I have been, just picture me stumbling through the desert in search for water; you will feel better about not getting a video. Ha!

[@justtowatch111]

You are sir, without a doubt, a builder creator par excellence! I have been here for the ride from the first video and I'm so very happy that you have and are delivering the goods with this most fantastic project!

[@pivotalevent]

You are not just some random guy, you are THE some random guy! Thanks for all the views.

[@dice268926]

RESPECT 👏 💯 I was thinking the same but its too expensive, I have a new idea I to patent before speaking but truly appreciate your work.

[@BuilderCreator]

Expense is all in the eyes of the bank account! ;) Thanks for watching.

[@houlej19]

I think your way of planning the body first and making it comply with available parts is way faster and cost effective than the other way around

[@BuilderCreator]

Well, in the initial design phase all things are considered; mechanical and styling, but if you start with an existing chassis your styling may turn out pretty wonky when forced to adapt to something thought out separately!

[@RIB0S0ME]

Nice, he's got all the right ingredients for a supercar! 😍

[@goutham1606]

I SUBSCRIBED to you channel after seeing your first car project and your current project. AWESOME🔥🔥

[@BuilderCreator]

Thanks for the sub! Glad to have you along for the ride.

[@lietus4192]

Ill love to see this build!

[@propersuspect2959]

you can tell this bloke is one smart cookie

[@sv2697]

Awesome. I've always thought about building my own car!

[@BuilderCreator]

You should! Today is the day!

[@VanquishR]

This is awesome!! What an undertaking, I hope that your vision comes true when this car is finished!

[@OGDESIGNS-r9j]

Amazing job. I have some original exotic concept car designs and ideas that I really would like to create in the near future. The video its absolutely very inspiring so I truly hope things work out beautifully with your project. Thank you kindly for sharing. Sending great positive vibes. One love!

[@cloud86]

I can almost see some inspiration from the design like from some lotus’ like the Emira and Evija, the front hood reminds me of the 2017 ford get too. Insane props and respect to him I could only dream of doing this

[@twissted1277]

I enjoy your time spent doing this. Thank you.

[@BuilderCreator]

Glad you enjoyed it! That makes two of us that enjoyed the time. ;)

[@heartsky]

Amazing dedication.

[@SGTMARSHALL1]

It's pretty cool that you designed a car yourself and building it yourself. The fact that you were able to do that for under $ 300,000 is truly amazing let alone for nearly 1/10th of that price

[@pivotalevent]

Ha! My Scottish ancestry said there is no way im going to pay people to help me, I'll spend 5 years of my life instead.😂

[@SGTMARSHALL1]

@@pivotalevent I am also impressed with how you adapt the concept on the fly as obstacles occur, it's been great to see many builders with a variety of backgrounds and skillsets display their techniques for the world 🌎🌍 to see and learn from

[@B11video]

I like that you were building your own Vector back in the 80's.

[@jagab1672]

JUST THE VIDEO I WAS LOOKING FOR THANK YOU!!!

[@pivotalevent]

Yeah! The KZbin algorithm got it right!

[@swiftdiscord3893]

I never one to ever hate or disrespect anyone's hard work and dedication, but every vehicle that has ever been made has been made from scratch albeit ninety-nine percent of the people who want to make a vehicle from scratch don't have the funds to do it! But it's nice to know that some dreams can be accomplished!

[@BuilderCreator]

Yes, they are all built from scratch, but the title: "Can a car be designed and built by one man not using base and sub-component vendors?" was just to long! ;)

[@zygimantasgasiunas2791]

If ever saw Lamborgini Murcelago 2002 welded car frame, you can see that this guy added much more effort to this build and make much more precisely than a big company did.

[@eskanderx1027]

Thank you sir! Great job!

[@dannybenhur6123]

Love to see Arete on Road.

[@pivotalevent]

At least started and rolling- right! 😊

[@cooldog6807]

Thank you for sharing all of this with us!

[@ahmaddoni1648]

I LOVE YOUR JOURNEYY!!!!!

[@andrewjensen7413]

Love the style of your cars body fantastic job. using the 1JZ turned 180 with AWD Great idea for weight balance. My Engine pick is the Subaru EZ 30 mid Rwd Supercharged tuned header. That in Lotus 23b or Porsche 908/3 style car is my Dream build.

[@pmiller7886]

Love the can do attitude and creative process!

[@Mr_Negative420]

I love what you are doing here

[@shindathepup]

love the design, new to channel saw the thumbnail and thought "for something that looks this good it surely must of had someone with expirence, love the concept, soal and overall build, keep it up and hopefully see it pass DVA and on the roads, have fun with this project and keep going you absolute legend (p.s. i rive a home built micra 2002 and i made he whole full body roll cage, waiting for the engine since last one after 2 years blew up- wea expected, it did have 200k miles)

[@pivotalevent]

Can you fit a roll cage in a Micra? 😂 thanks for following the build.

[@shindathepup]

@@pivotalevent if u know how to weld and fabricate than yea u can

[@Muhluri]

Ngl I was expecting an LS motor. Nice build bro!

[@jedishaw6771]

What an amazing video!

[@Ninjader]

Great job, keep working 💪💪👍

[@Wayne_Nero]

Wow, what a project!! I’m a new sub and glad to be here!

[@BuilderCreator]

Welcome. Thanks for coming along for the ride!

[@brisoley450]

Dude . . . I have watched you for ever. Are you still building??? Jeez man. Catch up. Good luck 😊😊

[@BuilderCreator]

I'm still building. . . are you caught up?

[@GabrielRTXti]

1:07 Best screamer of my life

[@takishidz7961]

That is so amazing I like to do things like that what your background

[@ChrisRollins]

You and i have the same dream. This is beautiful

[@denis9450]

Coming along great like your skills regards from Liverpool England

[@BuilderCreator]

The land of bike lanes for roads. ;)

[@colubrinedeucecreative]

Hi, just found this project and channel. Very well done and interesting! I do wonder; why create the running gear? Brilliant solution about the transmission coming to center and then powering AWD, but isn't it very intimdating/ambitious to learn all of that from scratch? I would guess in part as to why I was recommended this is because I watched an engineering video on the McClaren cars, so I would guess you saw that too? I know this isn't F1 but the do go into depth about the reasoning they chose lengths of the shafts, mount points, compromises. They also have a detailed section about the process it took to build a crumple box for up front. So what I was thinking is maybe you could pull an IRS from a proven set up. I guess one of the problems about problem solving is the compound problems coming from places you can't even forsee. Well, regardless, I will be here to enjoy seeing it play out! Best of luck!

[@barbecuesauceeyebrows8254]

I love your car!!! Would love to see it moving

[@dinosoarskill17]

Nice work! Looking forward to seeing more!

[@lecoureurdesbois86]

You're an inspiration

[@victorfalconiell1538]

Such a great video

[@aarondickenson7146]

I love this project. My dream is to try something similar one day. Im worried about getting stuck and never finishing.

[@pivotalevent]

Don't listen to the noise. It's perfectly fine to scrap or quite a project as long as you've learned something and move on to better things. Often those "things" are family and friends.

[@dukie1616]

It’s people like this man that are so amazing. Beautiful design, great project. Brilliant👏Subscribed with notification immediately. Reminds me somewhat of Ferrari and Ford GT. Although my favorite part besides the fact he’s doing this on his own and with an extreme abundance of creativity, it’s his solution for the powertrain. Keep up the good work

[@pivotalevent]

Thanks for the subscribe, I hope you enjoy the ride!

[@chrissm757]

I would love to work with someone like you! Keep pursuing your dreams!!

[@08Channell]

This car is the epitome of luxury and power🚀

[@Blspeek-ag]

Best engine you have chosen.

[@craigfiles7067]

I just found this video & I think it is going to be a great looking car

[@pivotalevent]

Thanks. If it doesn't perform up to specs at least it will look good sitting still. Ha!

[@440_4]

完成が楽しみですね😀あなたは職人の中の職人！素晴らしすぎる！凄すぎる！😆

[@BuilderCreator]

見てくれてありがとう。あなたとトヨタがそれを実現しています