Saving A Subscriber's Car From The Scrapyard

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[@im_james453]

It's not only looking like a new car, it drives and feels 1000x better. The exhaust note, the grip from the tyres. CT have gone above and beyond. Gives me a reason to look forward to tomorrow. Thankyou ❤. And thankyou to anyone that's commented, Means alot!

[@curbyourshi1056]

Nice one mate! 👍

[@maverick9767]

Brilliant mate lovely car you’ve got there! You deserve the car makeover, Happy days man 💯😎👍🏽 Wish you all the best with your speedy recovery

[@FK2VtecTurbo]

Wishing you good health to enjoy the MINI 👍🙏

[@robinforrest7680]

Good on you mate. Wishing you a speedy recovery.

[@mikesear482]

All the best James. Well deserved 😊

[@im_james453]

Too anyone thats commented on this video, Thankyou. You've made a slow recovery so much better.. its been 4 months an still there's some beautiful people showing love.. #Carthrottle #no1fan

[@bananasstuff3344]

How are things mate? How's the car? And how's the recovery been? Hope its been mostly positive.

[@im_james453]

@@bananasstuff3344 cars still going strong. Loves this cold air we are having. Recovery is still on track. Unfortunately surgery maybe needed next year, as I've only gained 10% back in height on T1. So still a 40% loss in height, which after 18mnths is an issue... keep'em crossed!

[@bananasstuff3344]

@@im_james453 good, and i hope surgery isn't needed, but if it is, i hope it goes smoothly!

[@michalnemsak7886]

@I'm_James hey mate. I just watched this video a year after and I'm wondering how are you? Hope everything is miles better.

[@im_james453]

@@michalnemsak7886 all good now thanks Michal. Back at work, feeling better than ever.

[@UndergroundDubstep]

This should 100% be a series, it's like if a better version of Pimp My Ride 👌👌

[@leon_pp]

Yo dawg... 'oldaayerhaaand!

[@HenryJHutchins]

Yeah no bullshit stuff, just genuinely making the car good and then even going the extra bit to make it look better.

[@Stackali]

its like pimp my ride except instead of spending the budget on putting monitors everywhere they just fix up your car.

[@Kcii-99]

@@Stackali apparently a lot of the stuff that got put in cars for pimp my ride was removed after filming and most the time they made the cars worse

[@perish1n]

100% 👍

[@im_james453]

It's hard to put into words how much this has helped me and how grateful I am. Carthrottle have gone above and beyond. Huge thanks too them 🙏 Alex, Ethan, Jack and definitely not forgetting the wizard that is Gareth Potter!. Thanks also to Gyeon for making it possible, Complete graphics for the last minute save!, 'legends', Oxford wheel repairs for the awesome wheel refurb!. Bit risky on Alex's part but an awesome choice!. The Goodyear tyres have transformed ride comfort and handling. Mini plant Oxford for supplying everything. The list goes on. This has made my year.. lastly, thankyou Subs!. 🙏 I'm loving ❤ the support and comments!. Still feels a bit surreal. I know there's people out there way worse off than me, so if it's helped anyone that's a huge positive. Never Give Up

[@zachariah74]

♥️🙏

[@rijstevlaai6283]

God bless you mate🙏🏼

[@teaboyuk]

Totally deserve it mate I hope you cruise as much as you can 😊

[@ghomerhust]

happy they were able to help you out, mate! i've been in that spot, where i got messed up pretty bad, and the resulting surgeries had be locked in bed for months. i posted a comment about my story on this video, have a read.

[@polomints2586]

You should be proud car throttle, you've given someone a piece of their life back ❤

[@GLee-lk3rf]

"Today you, tomorrow me" :)

[@Joetibbles]

@@GLee-lk3rf ummm ok

[@BigManBazz]

@@Joetibbles It's from an old heartwarming Reddit post.

[@im_james453]

Yeh they have 😊😊😊❤🤙👍👌

[@callefalk4457]

SE PÅ FAAN!!!

[@boiledelephant]

I couldn't help but laugh when he just said "I've had a shit year". Such a British understatement.

[@dankallish5998]

Unbelievable work CarThrottle. The world needs this kind of kindness. James will never forget everything you all did for him and we the audience love to see this kind of content!

[@im_james453]

100% Dan. Words can't express how grateful I am!

[@TherapyGel]

@@im_james453 Congratulations on the car James! Hope there's many good times with it ahead, and I wish you a speedy and complete recovery!

[@brianpalmer5223]

@@im_james453 sending good thoughts james having had to have both hips replaced myself trust me things do get better think forward never backwards all the best james and enjoy your car for many years to come 😀😊👍

[@DC3Refom]

good job but there doing for views and even more attention don't forget , if someone is doing something for and being recorded for social media / KZbin else then you it's not wholly out of goodness of thier hearts

[@brianpalmer5223]

@@DC3Refom nothing wrong with doing something you enjoy and get paid for and helping others along the way 😀

[@brianpoulter3610]

Glad we were able to help supply some of parts you needed here at North Oxford Mini 😊

[@battfinkz]

Now this is content. This should be a monthly feature, someone like James having an extra shit time, having their pride and joy saved. Awesome, simply awesome 👌 Speedy recovery James, hopefully you get to smash it round some B roads soon lad 🤞

[@markeldik7057]

Just an idea, but maybe they could setup a Patreon through which they can fund these. I'd love to give something to a fellow car guy/girl having a shitty time. (A bit similar to how Dr Mike has a Patreon that donates all monthly funds to a charity chosen by the patreons)

[@eugeneswart3648]

Agree 💯👍

[@odgie9915]

It's his past, in a car. No other car can replace that. Thank you Car Throttle, for caring. He will NEVER forget it.

[@vanguardsr368]

Poor guy! Stay strong dude, we are rooting for you to make a full recovery

[@im_james453]

Thankyou! ❤ so am I!

[@jasonmaieni1694]

@@im_james453 take care man!

[@freddieparrydrums]

@@im_james453 I own an R52 Cooper S stay strong buddy!

[@r3dh34d32]

He seems really strong, dealing with his situation and visualizing his goal so firmly. Incredible person. Have all the hopes for him

[@adamwr2507]

He was so happy when he saw the mini like a child. That was so wholesome, great work

[@im_james453]

I still am everytime I look at it/drive it

[@rivolinho]

If you ever find a rude, undeserving owner who isnt a topman like James, get Ethan to do all the work on the car.

[@conmcgrath7174]

Hey, just hold on a minute, I am a rude, undeserving owner that isn't a top man, but I do own a 1998 Mazda 323 that deserves a new life. The family car since 'ever', it's got genuine 140k miles, always looked after, never 'dogged' ie driven with consideration, a beautiful sweet engine , minor cosmetic scratches like you might expect on a 24 year old vehicle, major welding probably necessary underneath. It would break my heart to send this car to be crushed, it does not deserve such a low demise? Anybody, got €50, take it away but for 'eff's sake, use the engine. Oh yes, I did describe myself as rude, so you can just fuck off royally you crowd of pricks. Sorry. Seriously, the car is here just begging to go, an effing great motor. I should add, two almost totally new tyres up front. Save this car.

[@JMUDoc]

That's a bit harsh - "rude and undeserving" doesn't mean they deserve to die!

[@callefalk4457]

FY FAAN!!!

[@jacoblindemann7242]

@@callefalk4457 Javla? :-) .

[@im_james453]

Your a Gentleman! 🎉 respect 🙏

[@DavidJohnston58]

As someone disabled by spinal injuries I can so emphathise with the guy. Car Throttle, what an amazing thing to do. Big respect.

[@im_james453]

Thankyou bro! ❤ Hope your good!!

[@HGSuper]

@@im_james453 just to say a mini is a bloody painful ride when you have lower back issues. Worth the painkillers on the corners though.

[@ContentFall757Gaming]

I'm sorry to hear about your disability and I wish you all the very best, my friend :)

[@melvoid01]

I have worked similar jobs as James and those van ramps can be very dodgy in the wet, known people I work with to do the same thing. But he now has a reason to smile a bit now and also gets this vid to look back on and see what was done to his pride and joy. Get well soon dude you deserve this.

[@almehgub]

All the best of wishes to everyone's involved in this wholesome mission

[@antoniomargallo5317]

Taking his mind off the pain and giving him something to look forward on his path to recovery is more valuable than whatever you may think. I wish you all the best, you go James.

[@jondoe2k]

I agree, my specialist says mind distraction is a huge painkiller. I never got what he meant until I noticed I hadn't been in any pain for a few hours, until I sat down for 5mins, then it all came flooding back! only then I believed what my specialist said.

[@MarshallBuilders]

Heard his story, tear in eye and dropping a like 😢

[@MrManniG]

Well, l got these onion cutting ninjas all along the whole episode.

[@motheolebelo]

what a nice gesture guys to refresh this Mini. looks fresh James excitement when he saw the car again is awesome.

[@philipanthony7531]

Gareth you're a top man for helping out with this project

[@stuarthumphrey6158]

What a fantastic thing to do. I've genuinely got a lump in my throat. Good work everyone at CT.

[@euroberto85]

Who's cutting onions!? Jeez

[@NoGGy]

Lol

[@crownhic6827]

I just have something in both eyes.

[@diotough]

and that's why Car Throttle deserves every sub and like there is. Simply a bunch of wholesome man-childs - and Alex the child-sized child.

[@memertoire]

I love how James pretended to be perfectly fine when he answered the door even though he clearly is in a lot of pain ... get well soon legend !!! Enjoy the car 🥰

[@im_james453]

Awwww. Thankyou X ❤

[@windronner1]

There was a period about five years ago were a bunch of people I know suddenly started Diagnosed with cancer. Both men and women. I was one of them. Cheers to this young man for getting back on his feet. And for helping remembering his father more fondly.

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[@arturofernandez8487]

I love this series, they’re so wholesome!

[@Finne72]

Well done! Not only giving a humble man like James some fighting spirit back, you also resurrected that Mini, there is still hope for humanity!

[@mrcaboosevg6089]

"You're all sweaty, look what happens when you're fat" 🤣

[@LupinYonderboy]

Brutal

[@Near2Future]

I felt this on a personally level lmfao

[@basicallyedward]

This is what I love about car community, everyone comes together to get someone's car back up running safely to the road. Like that when the rim/wheel shop did the rims for free just because they knew that they can make someone's life so much better what it was..

[@Shadowdarknessone]

Really amazing. It's like pimp my ride but without the fake stuff l and to much bling and actually fixing something. Really like the series

[@fastrace14]

You should watch Car SOS if you like this.

[@olliedarcy8407]

Love that they're living the wheeler dealers dream while helping fans in need, a reall wholesome win/win that!

[@ecrxft]

Love how Ethan ‘The Milkman’ always makes his appearance 😂

[@vespacheck]

Worst superhero ever. He can sort of rule out one potential issue with your car.

[@CompleteGraphicsWraps]

What a result! Loved seeing James' reaction at the end, so glad we had the opportunity to be a part of this

[@rolyat]

Loving this giving back series! It's nice to see cars that are roadworthy but mildly neglected brought to where the owner hoped it would be.

[@ibrahem2528]

2:10 that’s a heart talking .. when he mentioned his mom .. much respect for this dude .. thanks for helping him … he deserves

[@TheBackRoads]

Massive props to you chaps for doing this, it's a fantastic idea and one I hope you'll continue!

[@adzmc6681]

You guys are really nice for helping people like him. That is very humble and it takes a lot to me cry. You guys should do this every blue moon.

[@surfdude7575]

Right then lads! I believe you’ve stumbled upon a new direction in which to take the show. Absolutely loved this episode. Please do more of these and help as many people as you can who need help saving their cars. Brilliant stuff!

[@im_james453]

I'll never forget this!!!

[@jackblackwhole]

Thumbs up for Car Throttle doing this. Wish James keeps his spirit up and a good recovery.

[@connorford8949]

Went through the same when I was 13, have had flashbacks throughout my life 24 now and still suffer but it does get better! Glad you've had your family and car throttle have helped make some amends to your bad situation.

[@im_james453]

The flashbacks are real bro. I get irritated by loud bangs or anything that jump scares me. Takes me back to the day I did it.. mental health is no joke!

[@connorford8949]

@@im_james453 it isn't enjoy this motor, proud of how positive you have been through it. Due for some injections in my spine soon to hopefully get me to somewhere I am happy with! All the best fella! Enjoy. Keep smiling

[@dagiboy7]

the definiton of a strong man! I tough my anxiety is bad...but my god, if this guy can stand everything what's was thrown to him, I can too! Thank you CT, you made me cry. And for the owner, take care and everything's gonna be allright!

[@im_james453]

Thankyou Edwin ❤❤❤

[@dreamcrusher112]

This series is genuinely amazing. So good to see Car Throttle giving back, improving people's lives. Great to see how many different companies/groups are getting involved too.

[@curbyourshi1056]

Car Throttle sponsored by GYEON. This wouldn't have happened if it weren't for the sponsors, so good on them too.

[@lincolnlawellington3285]

This is what owning a car is all about it's not just pecies of metal n what not it's character it's apart of you. You n the car have that special bond.

[@jacobbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbb6402]

we better get an update in the future hearing how he is back on his feet and enjoying his new ride!

[@ChrisBWelch]

Guys what you've done here is utterly fantastic. Our connection to a car and those memories with the ones we love are precious, and you've restored those and a car, top job guys, top job. Having been in a similar situation and not been able to save my car I absolutely loved that you were able to help someone else. I'm lucky enough to be able to have a Motability car now, but I really miss having a car that is truly my own. Another car saved, and a deserving chap made happy! Loved it!

[@cyboogie1710]

Wholesome moment… You guys are amazing humans, not just car enthusiast.

[@平和-v1z]

Thank you for being so awesome, Car Throttle! ❤

[@omen209]

Hope you enjoy her James! Congrats mate

[@Joe_kickass25]

@james bond her

[@omen209]

🤣🤣🤣

[@im_james453]

Cheers Bro! ❤

[@TheSar]

Beautifully done gents - you really saved this chap. Well done

[@Grandpa_Grinch]

I dont drive but I've had a shit year after catching covid & having a blood clot & other long term symptoms, can you put some alloys & a spolier on my local bus?

[@douglaspealing5608]

Drop it an inch or 6... splitter, diffuser.. roll cage? I want to see this

[@dan5974]

Fuck it. We're gonna put a jacuzzi in it.

[@guillermogonzalezquintero3035]

Just realized that all that hard work you guys went through could make the difference in the willingness of this guy to keep fighting and overcome this difficult situation, this returns faith in humanity. Great job guys and as you say "fair play"

[@darrenwilson8042]

Once again - being nice being kind is so fulfilling - great effort guys.

[@adnanshah5469]

CT Team - you guys need to host your own TV series with Gareth as resident Mr fix it. Would make an amazing TV series loved by thousands, if not millions globally.

[@ChristianNeudorfer]

Please get as many (appropriate) sponsors as you can to make this a long lasting series! I'm so happy for the 2 guys and I'd like to see more of that... :)

[@simonwoodward438]

A great and noble gesture, well done lads

[@OkulSmoK]

Great job guys. Is there a way to support James some more?

[@jamesvozar1]

maybe pin this comment guys.

[@im_james453]

These comments and love are support enough bro!. ❤

[@campbellrocksagain]

Car throttle is a proper TV show now. Probably the best car show anywhere at the moment

[@mountainbiker9307]

Seriously, who could thumbs down this video? Thank you Car Throttle and I'd just like to say, Stay strong James, you're a trooper and your Mini looks awesome .

[@im_james453]

Thankyou bro 🙏 Love that!

[@mattybrining1768]

No mini deserves the scrap yard best cars ever. Sounds like he’s had a really tough time and cars are always more than just a mode of transport loved seeing this 👍

[@ilovemanunited6179]

I had an 04 R50 with an auto and even with an automatic and only 115HP it was a riot to drive! They’re great fun!

[@thom954]

these videos ooze class - top stuff from all of you at CT

[@harveybolton]

I'm not usually a fan of "Thank you to X" and "Check out Y" within videos, but damn this format is the exception. Hats off to James for all he's been through, and hats off to the people that made the transformation happen, it's not about the car - it's about keeping memories alive.

[@crapimake9131]

I must say I love it when you guys do stuff like this 10/10.

[@SrKAtaide]

The poor man. That's was a terrible ordeal and glad you helped him. Great vid!

[@kingcatlxix4573]

Cracking one lads! Good on you 3:27, there’s me sat in my Blue Mini infront of the yellow one for Brooklands 2018 Mini show, good memories

[@im_james453]

Beautiful day that!.

[@kingcatlxix4573]

@@im_james453 I won’t forget when Will in his K swapped Mini sent it a bit too hard over the top of the hill and made a loud crunch and the crowd went silent 🤣

[@kingcatlxix4573]

@martin_w1275 on Instagram if anyone wants to see how much I’ve changed that Mini now, huge project

[@im_james453]

@@kingcatlxix4573 just did. I'm pyrographybyjames. You might see more of your mini if you scroll past the pyrography and animals! Or some you'll recognise for sure!

[@kingcatlxix4573]

@@im_james453 Man those pictures take me back! I actually remember pulling up past your Cooper S in the line as we came into the hugeeeee queue 🤣 I started to overheat and panic though - hope you’re recovering well and feeling much better and back on your feet more mate!

[@kevinbond3088]

Perfect mix of kindness, education and humour. Excellent

[@adamgreen4810]

Gareth knows his shit! What a bloke!

[@im_james453]

100% agree!. And didn't break any bolts! 🤣👀

[@LucasMp]

This is basically perfect content. We get our fill of car repair and knowledge, while a person that needs it gets their loved vehicle more than back in shape. Love it

[@6n2_tim]

Mad respect to you James, keep going and never give up.

[@im_james453]

Never!

[@6n2_tim]

@@im_james453 good on yah mate!

[@timnb0340]

his reaction warms my heart

[@joshuadoliveiro]

I hope that if we all support this series enough, then you guys won't have a reason to stop doing this series! Hope to see all kinds of cars and people helped out!!

[@theneuz3131]

I'm about have surgery on my spine and feeling bit scared and just bit down , was in need of some positivity and just simply thanks for helping out this awesome young man

[@im_james453]

Wishing you all the best bud!. Hopefully in 6 months time we can both put our injuries behind us!. 🙏

[@abzen9584]

Big Ups to Car Throttle and Everybody involved in bringing the Mini back to its Glory and very happy for James! Very moving clip, God Bless you Lads!

[@im_james453]

Much appreciated 🙏 never easy speaking out, while meeting people you've admired for years!

[@plumcrazyswede]

This is and the previous video with the miata is some of the best Car throttle has ever produced. Really enjoying it!

[@robswanson1040]

A fine project for an utterly worthy bloke, hope the recovery continues James, you're doing pretty damn good all things considered!

[@idealist420]

1:37 I felt his throat tighten. Respect man❤️

[@StuartD21]

I feel so sorry for this guy.. Going from being able to do anything to do nothing.. I hope he will overcome everything and have a great life.

[@adamp2233]

Enjoyed watching the work on the car...but definitely the best part was his reaction when they brought it back, Hope he enjoys the car for many more years.

[@im_james453]

Thankyou Adam!. Im sure I will!

[@Alex-iq5bi]

Love to have a beer with this guy, what a bloke. Been through the ringer but so sound and obvs a car guy too. Keep it moving mate 💪 all stronger than we think

[@im_james453]

If your paying?! Cheers bro! 🍻

[@SwitchG.3]

this has to be a series!!! i love the spirit! how you work on the car, the amount of different brands that gather around the car to help the people with a story! this is amazing and makes me emotional! please keep doing this! this has to be the best series on the channel! i love it so much! you guys have insanely big hearts, keep doing it! you put a smile on the world!

[@im_james453]

Love that!

[@darrylmeyer6389]

This series is such a great idea! And the people they have chosen really deserve it. Well done boys!👏👌

[@itsmetimmee]

Good on you guys! Thank you GYEON! Yay MINI!

[@elcasho]

Loved the "this way up" sticker as a nod to his dad

[@im_james453]

Well spotted!!

[@TheNorrisPlays]

Wow that was such an incredible story about the Mini, lot of respect for you finding this viewer and helping him out!

[@neilwalshuk]

I’ll be honest and say I’d never heard of Gyeon before this but kudos for their support. I’ll definitely be checking out some of their products.

[@blyatmobile17]

I have been using Gyeon products way before I seen this video and they are great! I am impressed by their quality

[@floatybisquit]

You guys are awesome!! Helping that guy out made me cry!!!

[@pavloskarampelas1129]

"I´m not crying, you are!" - spoken words by a happy man

[@im_james453]

So happy!

[@rockandmeatroll]

Wow that's a really cool upgrade and refresh. Not at all just a polish :) BRAVO!!

[@rockandmeatroll]

I think you guys should be the presenters of top gear 🤔

[@silverdash1]

Unbelievable what everyone one has done for this guy

[@adamqurabi65]

This channel is awsome! love this new content!

[@andyrbush]

Great to see people helped out when they need it. Awesome job on the car. A bit more complicated than my original minis, you could swap out the engine on a Saturday. Mind you, you drove it Monday to Friday and repaired it Saturday and Sunday.

[@Simon-ui6db]

Flipping the mini on its roof lmfao!! Nicely done carthrottle what a deserving lad.

[@im_james453]

Thankyou bro 🙏❤

[@Da_one_tl]

26:46 best moment. Totally showed how happy and how much of a fan James is.

[@HeeWeiSeng]

Very nice! Great job!

[@syakirzufairy8529]

if these guys are here,would glad to have my car remake like this..really need it..☺

[@confusedcat1633]

Puik!

[@sea2c]

You boys are genuine gems of humans. James, head up and keep moving forward. Love your attitude.

[@im_james453]

Thankyou ❤

[@ilhadi]

The speed at which James was moving with his crutches at the unveiling. I felt that excitement. Top job lads. Top job.

[@im_james453]

Should of seen me in my wheelchair! 😆

[@alexmacdonald4270]

It’s great the car throttle guys are doing this for very deserving guys like James. I really enjoyed it and to see James’s face on the reveal was such a feel good moment. Would love to see more of this kind of video. Love your channel, all the best to Alex, Jack and Ethan and not forgetting the Aussie guy who’s name I have forgotten. Awesome 😎

[@GRiiZZ]

"Here's his story" i keep expecting the Reader's Rides intro to pop up after that sentence.

[@WEZ4136]

Bloody lovely thing to do guys, awesome job and thanks to all involved weather you did something for free, discounted or supply. I love seeing vids like this as it’s a way for a KZbinr to give back to a fan that definitely deserves it.

[@MiraSubieGirl]

His Mama is a legend ❤️ Whether they are 3 or 63... Still our Son 🥰

[@im_james453]

Yeh she is!. A true Warrior!. 👍