Copart $300 2004 Pontiac Grand Prix GT1 Wide Track WIN - It Runs!!

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[@reyesbravo1341]

I just bought a 2005 potiac GTP 3800 and it's super clean in and out. Listed as "needs fix don't know the issue " come to find out it was just a wheel sensor for the traction control. I can seriously dive this car across the US and back. Definitely scored and its a supercharged

[@hookyjo72]

Please do more videos on this car, I would love to see it finished

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Next video on it Friday.

[@voicetube]

@@AutoAuctionRebuilds awesome, I'm certainly looking forward to it :-)

[@hookyjo72]

Bitchin!!!! I can't wait, I thought about getting one of these cars, it had every option, but I fell in love with a 2002 Crown Victoria Police interceptor instead.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Go check out LunarOutlaw's Garage, he's building a Buick GS: kzbin.info

[@SeriousAboutSalvage]

I love the fact that you just get in these cars straight from Copart and just go for it !

[@georgeballew3649]

I have a 2004 GT1 myself mine had the same issue and I just cleaned the throttle body and map air sensor haven't had anymore problems

[@MRSYKES-ep2el]

Bro you shouldn't never feel down in the dumps cause we all look to you and your videos to make our day better and we all can relate to that Grand Prix doesn't matter if it never runs we're looking forward to the next adventure........

[@randysmallridge3392]

135k miles on a 3.8 ain't even broke in lol

[@danberg1018]

Check your gas gauge. Looks empty to me.

[@MrJav69]

It's definitely out of gas unless the gauge is broke.

[@trinityboo15]

I was looking at that . Maybe the gas pump on the passenger side tho

[@79tazman]

yes that's a good way to burn the fuel pump up is driving on empty

[@mph5896]

The APP codes, you prob have a dead spot in the gas pedal assembly. That will put the car in reduced power/limp mode. Cheap/easy fix.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Bingo!! That and cut wires for the EGR, and a broken in half MAP.

[@blacknight771]

That's what I was thinking.The pedal position sensor and that's located on the gas pedal maybe to to three bolts that hold it on very easy fix.

[@rayjay8322]

@@AutoAuctionRebuilds LOL!

[@big_kapp4425]

Hey m ph you make it seem the car needs Viagra 💊 haha gotta love KZbin

[@guruoo]

@@AutoAuctionRebuilds No shit? I'd say at least third of the time I was working parts counter, what was brought to me as a major issue turned out to be something simple.

[@TheTalonts]

Why are you talking about having it AAA towed when you have multiple pickups and a dolly? Or did you sell the dolly too?

[@trbstang]

It is at the other house. He left it a few videos ago

[@TheAmazingDrCheat]

She is absolutely gorgeous just needs some tlc cant wait to see more videos with this Pontiac. :D

[@baileyfox2546]

Hi Randy, been going through a real tough time lately, watching your videos helps alot, and gives me a reason to keep going with my own business. Your the reason I started selling cars and your still the reason I haven't given up trying to do it

[@baileyfox2546]

@@ddemier not too badly loss on a couple when I first started, but defo getting better profit wise.

[@baileyfox2546]

@@ddemier I'm in the UK so mainly smaller cars do better, the big one sell but take an age to shift, convertibles sell decent in the summer, and obviously 4x4s in the winter.

[@baileyfox2546]

@@ddemier brands over here that sell well are vauxhall corsas their a little hatchback and ford fiestas

[@Expatriate1977]

Randy that car is a steal. with small issues that you can fix super fast and for not too much money. I like those gran prix. They hold up really well and one of my former coworkers owned one with over 300.000 miles on it. Still ran great but i think he must have replaced the trans on it. Still, for the money there are not too many cars that can match what you get for that money.

[@sjonas4864]

Randy my best friend had the same problem with his 2005 Pontiac Grand Prix and it turned out to be the ignition module. If you get a DX Code P0301 do not waste your time change the throttle body and replace the ignition module. Best decision you will make.

[@sjonas4864]

I meant to say not to change the throttle body. I do speak from experience.

[@Pierson116]

Those cars are very solid cars usually. I really like these cars actually and ive tried looking for one for a while. Cant beat that 3800!

[@nickking1510]

The Orange my daily driver 2004 gp gt 400500 3.8 over maintained runs shifts like new . Transmissions fluid ,power steering fluid , brake changed annually. Modded exhaust 2 stainless 2.5 straight through mufflers I bought surplus-new$28.00each and resonator delete. I get 35 mpg reliable as hell ,parts cheap from GM and aftermarket. Almost as reliable as my supercharged modded 1976 vette

[@montyholland3357]

Definitely need to change the mass air flow sensor and the cat, plus tires obviously. Nice flip car 👍. Hurry Randy hide they're coming for you. Sirens blaring they want their car back. LMAO 😂😂

[@impurfektprojectsgarage1688]

Always carry more tools than you expect when it comes to a used car

[@trentwilliamson4509]

I like how you pick these up from copart expecting them to drive home and not really have a backup plan. Makes it exciting. Lol

[@biohazardshrimp]

When Pontiac closed the value of orange led’s plummeted.

[@lawrencetaylor5481]

Those people who got mad at you because you broke down need to remember that next time they break down. I don't care what you drive or how much money you have, if you drive, you WILL break down at some point. It's inevitable. Keep doing what you love. You've got a new subscriber in me.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Welcome to the show Lawrence! Thank you for subbing!!

[@pascallachamelle2185]

Wait every day for your video... really good video and intertainment😁. Follow you from uber video.

[@wbrobst8640]

A bad ground on my GP GT1 caused the limp/no power/stalling issue. fixed a cable and good ever since.

[@danielcarter5579]

Didnt even watch yet, but I love those grand prix actually has an exact one 2004 black but had 211k when I bought it and then crashed it at 45 mph and was completely fine safest cars I say man

[@taurus38splul]

I bought one brand new, the only car I ever bought new and I love it still. 30 mpg hwy. I just put new rear parking brake cables on it and had to replace the equalizer and equalizer insulator.

[@quicksilver462]

I noticed that the braces are missing from the engine compartment, one brace goes from the radiator support over the battery to the passenger strut tower, and the other one goes from the rad. support to the driver side strut tower.

[@psmith6852]

hi friend.i have a 2005 with 267.464 miles and the only issues ive had with it is the water pump and the igintion plate i had to replace .one thing for note don t try and buy one at advance auto parts ,i did it only lasted zero miles ,and the price was 137,00 i purchased a orginal one off ebay for 35.00 its still perfect today 7 years later..i paid 1,300 for it used ,at the time it was valuled at 3,700 ive had several try and buy it and ive just kelp it .these engins are some of the best ever made.

[@dominicene3647]

Thank you Randy for putting in the hard work to provide us with great content every time!

[@galegregory97comcast]

I think you lost that footage because that truck driver was so mad he chased you around that car with a lug wrench LOL

[@aaronjenkins9977]

Randy, time to bite the bullet and buy a double car trailer. With the number of cars you're going to be buying for the lot it will be a necessity!

[@tcfdod2007]

Great video Randy. At least we got to see some of the drive back video. After all the improvements you mentioned, maybe fix some of the interior plastics if its in the budget?

[@markturner2646]

Randy I have had two grandprix's and they are very good cars and usually very reliable !!!!

[@robertrobbins5456]

Nice enough, some mother would probably love it and drive it for a long time..

[@werlost9858]

They have a GXP from that same generation with a 5.3 like the Impala SS. That would be a fun car!

[@mexinumba1]

I bought A grand prix GTP for 700, have put $1500 in repairs and still working on it!! I'm not giving up on it, car interior is leather and all electric and really want to make it run smooth.

[@johnDingoFoxVelocity]

Ok so listen up all pontiacs have a design flaw go to your dealership by the gm recommended spark plug cables and some new plugs The cheaper plug wires in pontiacs don’t work and will display a engine service light if you use them they cause a ark off of the cable to the engine block giving you a misfire and service engine code

[@jimnielsen4076]

I think this was a great buy. Good choice Randy! Low miles, decent body & a 3800. I've always thought Pontiac had a better ride than their GM cousins. That paint will look good after a correction. Time for another trailer with a winch.

[@bigbellyrebuilds2778]

I don't know you other than your videos but to watch you rise from uber boy to utuber man refills has been a good ride proud of you young man ,keep rollin .

[@vincentblue2264]

Not bad Randy it will be a great car. Those always been good cars

[@christianlupo5587]

Reduced Engine Power-Replace Throttle Body and Sensor, ABS Sensor and everything else is all an Electrical fix, Clear the System unhook the Battery. I own a Grand Prix GTP have had the same Issue. Overall a great quick car no doubt, I have 135k on mine also. Great great car

[@sasandabirian8768]

Wow look at the concrete pipe in the beginning... i wonder who won that? I bet it has overdrive! Lol

[@kadengoddard3161]

My brother has a 2007 Pontiac GP with 220 000 kms on it. He got it last year and it hasn't had a single issue. Hes planning on selling it to me when I turn 16

[@bartlett1389]

you can't beat a gm 3800 v6 it's so much better then the 3.6 v6 i love them engines i had 3 cars with them and my wife also has had 3 or 4 cars with that engine and i would love to see that engine come back to use in todays cars sad that GM stopped production of them

[@rayjay8322]

Clean the contacts where the harness connects to the throttlebody. After that, your scanner should easily tell if the TB itself is bad.

[@paulbingville6485]

Think you got a winner there Randy.

[@isaiahgrube]

My favorite Grand Prix is the Grand Prix gxp, with the 5.3l v8

[@Ricamundo]

That GP is the prototypical ugly duckling, but once it's fixed and given a really good cleaning, and polish, it'll look stunning in black. :) Love your content, Randy! You're the hardest working KZbinr there is. Take care!

[@buckykattnj]

Unfortunately, GM really screwed up the '04-'08 Grand Prix. The '97-'03 is SOOO much better. I have one GTP of each era. Only good thing about the newer one is slightly more power. Unfortunately, the newer one is designed badly, put together badly, rusts and has terrible plastics and ergonomics. The '99 is pushing 230K, the '04 has been parked for about 5 years. I've never parked a car that could still pass emissions and wasn't full of rust... but this one needs so much brake and suspension help and I couldn't keep other parts from failing constantly. Good luck with yours.

[@analystzorncasteel3047]

I like the 04s to 08s better ... But as it's a bigger car it helps to get one with at least 17 inch wheels, and tires.

[@JMRRebuilders]

We can totally empathize with you when it comes to equipment issues. We have had so many times with multiple issues. Keep it up man.

[@DEADZONE180]

I have a 2006 Pontiac grand prix drives nice once you sort out the issues plus it's cheap on parts bought mine for 100 bucks threw a motor with 92k for 275 bucks runs like a top

[@igotthis8427]

Send it ...... and check the ignition switch........ wiggle it while it’s running.... see what happens!

[@robertwilkins839]

Check the underhand fuse box there is a diode fuse there turn the key to the ignition position pull the diode fuse then put it back then start the car.

[@JuniorFan08]

I had a Fusion orange '04 GT 2 for 5 1/2 years. Bought it with 3400 miles on it and traded it when it had 55000 on it. It was a great car and I still miss it. One thing to be cautious about, make sure the valve cover gaskets are good. This generation 3.8 had a reputation of leaking oil and catching on fire.

[@micahhill4786]

Those drive by wire throttle bodies are just a nightmare when they are not working and after you fix it. Be sure to reset the adaption valve on the ecu to be safe cause it will make a map sensor error code as well if not been reset. I don’t know if it will do it on this car, but on the Hyundai’s and fords it does that.

[@MrMairu555]

I think you've been very lucky to this point. In my humble opinion, you should use your little towing dolly to bring back all the vehicles unless they are specifically listed as run & drive. It's just (a) common courtesy [specifically in this case to the other customers that you inconvenienced] and (b) a matter of safety. If that car had broken down in the middle of a busy junction, it may not have just caused havoc with the traffic, but maybe a serious accident.

[@leahcimthgirw3163]

I've got a 04 Pontiac myself love this car black also

[@cportmikesautomotiverepair1355]

Oh yea one of the best cars ever I got a 2005 model i never lost a race yet very much power 3800 gang good job GM guys😊

[@codycrawford2385]

My mom had a 2004 GTP the supercharged 3800 V6 and it was a beast, I loved that car so much and it was fun to drive

[@ginjuice4681]

Hey you got it home safe that's great, me I had Copart towed mine 80 miles to my house, I paid for it online, the car was home, only took 1.5 hours later. Now my Copart Mustang I am getting ready for spring and having great fun doing it. I found $18 in change, beach boys CD, and 1 unused baby diaper, cost to tow it was $169 minus the $18 in change I found, so $151 to bring it to me. Copart had the State mail me the clean title I tell you Copart works fast and has great customer service people.

[@haydenuk02]

The car just needs a lot of love brilliant work thanks for the content

[@billz4071]

Power issue.... try for a clogged exhaust from catalytic converter or muffler. My grandson just had it happen. Ran fine until he stepped on the gas pedal hard. He just got it. He couldn't get over 15-20mph after a while. I drilled a couple holes near the converter on both sides of it. Gets up to 50+mph now. A Ford Freestyle with a V6.

[@dlivengood59]

You should be able to get the parts for the grand Prix at the pull apart yard.

[@alexpacoe6050]

I’ve been getting burned out on all the ads lately but now that the Jeep Groundhog Day commercial keeps coming on I’m happy lol

[@yamf6639]

Hey, $550 out the door 👍 It will definitely look and drive much better once you give it the full treatment! Sorry about the lost footage,I bit it was interesting! Best of luck dude

[@aicsusa]

Great video it brings back memories when I was a kid and my granfather had a 64 grand prix. It was a boat and a half! Boy have they changed since then. LOL! Thanks for sharing another great video! Take care and God bless you all!

[@jeremyburkett9695]

I bought mine for 300. Started and ran but trans would only go 200ft before not doing anything. Replaced trans and it’s a brand new car.

[@ianturner6954]

Pontiac will be great once it’s sorted I see u got the Lincoln as well!!

[@brian5o]

Great score on this one, Randy. You really got a great deal on the car and I bet she's going to clean up really nice. I've always loved my Pontiacs and this one is going to be a great-driving beaut when she's done! Nice job, Randy! Keep up the great work, my friend!

[@73amx63]

Lincoln probably a better buy. Ref the pole-eece car clean up video and parked next to this one. Congrats!

[@johnnysmile01]

Nice purchase Randy i love the cars

[@aslamb6489]

You got you a dandy Car for $550.00 Randy you could not beat that price anywhere that I know of & you are right a good detailer will make that Car look brand new KUDOS & A BIG THUMBS UP G.M. Pontiac all the way

[@marcosantowski6385]

The 3800 v6 has to be one of the best engines ever made.

[@danp7463]

Absolutely, the 3rd generation 3800 has an aluminum intake. The older plastic intakes would leak coolant into the cylinders and it would hydro lock. The coolant elbow(s) are prone to fail. Luckily there's aftermarket aluminum elbows for a few dollars more than plastic.

[@mikebayliss2003]

If the throttle body doesn't fix the problem try the ignition switch they have a bad problem with them

[@tylerstafford]

Fun fact - the ls variant of the gp came factory with wider front tires

[@danielcarter5579]

Those pontiacs are so easy to work on gotta love the 3800 series one of my favorite cars even though they're all autos.. Hahaha 550 is a STEALLL I bought my 04 with 211k for 1300 bucks!!

[@313DETROIT]

I bought a 04 GP with 205,000 for $600

[@brittany9414]

I bot an 05 gtp for $500 (136k mi) a couple years ago... Was a damn good buy... (My 5th grand prix) I'm finally having to kiss 'er good bye tho...😢 HATE THAT THEY DONT MAKE EM ANYMORE! They're getting harder and harder to find.

[@danielcarter5579]

@@brittany9414 harder and harder to find and also ones that aren't ragged out or got boxes i bought mine no rust or anything only thing was the rubber moldings on the door as always became brittle but just an all arpund great car when.buying the right one

[@wiilli7685]

It’s a win. Great buy Randy.

[@mitchellgildea6944]

Randy: For the price I paid for the Grand Prix I think I stole it *Slew of police sirens in the background ensues*

[@wapd205]

How hard it easy is it for a regular person who’s not a car flipper to get a car from copart? I’ve got a young man coming up on driving age and was thinking of getting him a car or truck from there for his first car.

[@pinball541]

Randy has a older video on how to get started with Copart. Randy, & Vehcor inspired me to get my 1st Copart car 2 months ago. I got a white 2004 Pontiac Grand Am GT coupe with 108K miles for 500 bucks. 👍 I feel like I stole it! Hello from Phoenix Arizona!

[@Wh9499]

Loved the vid. I love Pontiac. I have a Sunfire with 221,800 Miles on it. Drive it everyday would love a grand prix

[@peterbollans9982]

minimal issues on the whole , id say most labour intensive will be paint correction, looks really dull on passenger wing , or that could have been the light , decent little buy to flip quickly

[@redwolfmaddox3986]

Love my dads 06 drives like a dream

[@bushybryant8049]

i love that Pontiac I had a 1988 Grand am it was my favorite car

[@andrewlaw]

Tyre compressor, jump pack, can of gas and basic tool kit should be staples when picking up a Copart car. And Randy, please stop referring to it as a $300 car, if it cost you $550 out the door then it's a $550 car! 🙄

[@franciscobacino7207]

He did pay $300 for it. The rest are fees so basically it is a $300 car

[@andrewlaw]

@@franciscobacino7207 No it's not. He couldn't drive it away from Copart for $300 could he? It cost him $550 to purchase the car. That's the bottom line.

[@franciscobacino7207]

The car itself cost him $300, copart fees dont go to the car so .. Its a $300 car have a nice day :)

[@jordanharper8411]

I got one for 800$ 08 grandprix it would run an drive perfect then just randomly die an read throttle loosing connections or something, turned out it was the ecm put one in it an driving great to this day been a couple months

[@lawnside82]

looks like you need your own flatbed tow truck.. or a 5th wheel trailer for the ford....or car trailer.. the one with the winch on front and lifts all 4 wheels.. you cant keep putting your self and others in unsafe condidtions.. like random brakedowns while drivin. you made it home.. god is good.. but what coulda happened? be safe man!!

[@jwoolery99]

Even despite missing footage (which does suck), that car is going to clean up beautifully.

[@J.Ray1776]

If you're planning on keeping it. Change the thermostat, timing belt and water pump. If it ever gets warm its done.

[@DavidWhite-rf1ki]

Your videos are awesome.

[@MrGreen-oi5ey]

Had the same car....all you need is a gas pedal... it's drive by wire and I had the same issue. I use to drive my car with a scanner deleting the code while driving too get rid of the Reduce Engine Power. Change the pedal 1st 2nd change the TPS

[@MrGreen-oi5ey]

I got my pedal from a junkyard but what sucks is GM didn't use that same pedal in a lot of cars a 01' - 02" Monte Carlo SS uses the same pedal if you want to go the cheap route good hunting...GT Riding!!!!😎👍

[@v3zMedia]

Did you end up having to get the PCM re-flashed on this vehicle? It's a common issue and causes the car to shut off.

[@76biggdogg]

Tires are okay, passenger front is flat, lol

[@InfiniteBumblebee337]

Had an Olds Alero, similar car, and a blast to drive!

[@williemohlman153]

I'm really going to be interested in this car love the grand Prix and looking to buy one in near future

[@cameroncreech5108]

I just traded my flatbed ram 01 for a 04 kia sorento 4x4 140,000 miles so I'm in it for $23 after title office lol

[@projectsandmore9451]

ABS traction control witch is cussed by the wire on the wheel hub assembly they all do it you just need to find where the wire is broke I gave up on mine and left the abs light on

[@mikek6150]

Got a grand prix as my first car about a year or two ago, for 300 dollars with an oil leak, power steering leak, and coolant leak, but after fixing the coolant leak it ran like a steel. Around about 2k invested and it's been driving for a couple years or so everyday.

[@lloydcc]

The first car I bought as an adult was a used 1996 Granprix. It ran for 250k miles before the engine gave out. I did have to have the transmission rebuilt at 200k.

[@LunarOutlawsGarage]

Great buy looks like as long as it is not an expensive fix this will have a great profit

[@bigbellyrebuilds2778]

You know what a son of a guns name is? Bang.

[@wuttzdatwurrd8809]

Was is it me or did someone not see the gas hand 😂😂😂

[@Sandman_1913]

Helluva score, Randy. Nice work