Don't Get Scammed! - Fake 2 Door Buyers Guide

[@WildWestGarage]

You can buy every sheet metal part for these cars and assemble a car from all new stuff. I like the way you approach your builds Dan, too many people never get their cars on the road because they are too obsessed with getting everything perfect. Make it drive, have some fun.

[@snoopu2601]

I pretty much wrote the same thing. People with piles of money can get a whole brand new tri five built the only original part on the car in the front door support where the body tag goes. I seen a show where they built a convertible with Every thing new. In San Francisco there is a shop that reproduce 1931-34 Ford's from brand new body parts they look original but modern brakes and power steering for everyday driving. A lot of celebrities bought one from George Lukus, B.B. King, Clint Eastwood and many other's. They have a long line wait list because they only build 6 car's a year. I've been in most of the mechanics/body shops in Northen California. I had to get signature from all the shops to try and keep the welding program's open in the community collages. They end up shutting them all down in California community colleges three year's later.

[@bustersgarage]

The problem in Ireland, the inspections for anything newer than 1984 is SUPER strict! If the car isn't in perfect shape, it will fail. BUT there's no inspections for 1950s beauty.. downside to that, Ireland was so poor up into the early 90s, there weren't too many cars even on the road! it's genuinely surprising to see cars older than 2005 driving about. let alone anything that's big old American muscle from the 50s to 1990s. AND if you see one, they're huge money and that's IF they are for sale.

[@steveharrigan7811]

Why not just buy a new Dynacorn 55, 56, or 57?

[@chrisheitzmann9279]

That was me. I’ve owned my g body Malibu since 06 and barely used it. My 5 year old busted my chops to get it on the road. Put a few 1000 miles on it in the past year now, and the project is finally getting going.

[@CJColvin]

@@snoopu2601 I know someone took a 57 Chevy Nomad wagon, chopped it up, and made it into an Elcamino like ute.

[@darrenjones9180]

I grew them myself , got to be the greatest line yet , now

[@timshamblin1223]

I've always had more time than money. I like to repurpose things, that would be considered useless, I hate waste! What you do looks fine and also gives you a chance to be creative. Good job, Dan!

[@pcbullets8726]

I was expecting 2 doors and got 2 D's instead. You two are pretty funny!

[@OurTimeIsOut]

I think there were a couple large jugs of water around there.

[@Mike583]

2 D's? More like double D's!!❤❤

[@RonnieLeslie-cj1yj]

You sure know how to hurt an old man. Thanks Dan. 66 years old this Thursday. Ronnie.

[@CarterAutoRestyling]

This channel is a bad influence! All this talk of making 4 doors into 2 doors has me wanting to tackle one of these conversions!

[@52BuickBoi]

You know what whoever says 2 doors are worth more than 4 doors are idiots are at least thats how I feel because 4 door classics represent luxury and family traveling nostalgia where as 2 doors represent sports cars. Its too bad 4 door classic cars are underappreciated like they are. I look at it like this. The older the vehicle the more value it should hold not because of how many doors they have.

[@52BuickBoi]

@Louis Edwards I'm probably 1 of the very few with the most sense talking about classic cars

[@cjbert6790]

Dean Farr. Nobody wants too many doors but I see your point, a lot of times 4 door cars survived because they had less abuse!

[@davelowets]

@@52BuickBoi The market drives the prices on what people want, and are willing to pay. More people want 2 doors than they do 4 doors. Nothing wrong either way, but the 2 doors are in bigger demand. You should consider yourself lucky if you are a 4 door guy, you have quite a bigger selection than the 2 door guys have, and cheaper to boot.

[@52BuickBoi]

@@davelowets yes I look at cars by the old body style not how many doors they have unlike most classic car people would

[@jackobyuk]

Thanks for an honest, straight-forward hack job explanation Dan.

[@MadScientistGarage]

"That motorcycle is loud" The guy with 8 cars running dumps and open headers. 😂

[@oldrustycars]

When it's MY noise it's okay. Someone elses, I shake my fist at them "Damn kids!"

[@robertrosson1990]

If you have some skills and can form metal and use a welder.Theres really endless possibilities to make a awesome custom.And they don't need to be pretty.Just my opinion.Nice information.And nice transformation.Theres really no doing it wrong as long as you are dig. the work myself.Thanks for sharing.

[@jerrycraig6522]

Loud pipes save lives!!!

[@davelowets]

@@robertrosson1990 Absolutely. Rat Rods have their place also.

[@carletonrutherford1799]

You got my attention immediately.

[@MrWoodfiddler]

Thanks for an honest, straight-forward explanation Dan. I would like to add - the camera work showing what is being discussed has been excellent and getting better! Thanks again for the details and explanations! Chuck in NE Kansas

[@Wreckedekcoupe]

Friggin mint video! I'm getting learnt from all the Canada people this morning, all the old tech love me some dd speed shop and Nick's garage in the morning. Not scared of the 4 door tri fives any more! I could convert that in a couple weekends with the right parts. Frig yeah.

[@DDSpeedShop]

Hell yes

[@johnkelly6942]

These conversions give a 4 door a chance to still be a car instead of going to the scrapper. It’s that simple.

[@CJColvin]

Exactly mate.

[@davelowets]

As long as the seller is honest about the conversion.

[@davelowets]

I would use one for a drag car build all day, and not feel bad about taking another restoration candidate away from someone looking for one.

[@CJColvin]

@@davelowets That would be awesome brother.

[@davelowets]

@@CJColvin 🍻

[@corporalclegg914]

best DD intro, ever. thanks for highlighting real ones. *wink I recently found this channel & have enjoyed every minute. the best part about being Johnny-Come-Lately is that I have a tremendous backlog to get after. my line of work (Private Pilot) has me idle for many hours during the week, so I gots the time to enjoy your uploads. somehow, you Canucks wind up bing my favorite pals and/or pals I haven’t yet met. my best great white northern buddies hail from T Dot, so I need no translator. you two are doing the Lord’s work, while informing, entertaining & creating future projects for generations to come…that’s freaking incredible.. thanks for doing what you do. cheers, D & D. please let us know when you travel way down south again.

[@kevinl.2291]

Lots of good information. Main thing you are getting the cars back on the road and saving them. Enjoyed the video. See you all next time be safe 👍✌️😎

[@carolinabeacher1558]

something i learned when i did my 57 wagon was the floor pans are the same as a convertible, a guy i know was buying up old rusty wagons to convert them to 2 door convertibles.

[@drewaitchison3521]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣 Dani you're a superstar! And Dan will soon be the guy with the most 4 to 2 door conversions committed to video.👍

[@drippinglass]

Really kool work Dan! My parents, no longer here, went on their honeymoon in a ‘55 2 door post Bel Air. I’d love to build one someday, but have 3 ‘68-‘70 Mopars that need attention first. 😀

[@Shadobanned4life]

You have a good way of explaining things clearly and you also do very good work on car bodies. Thanks for sharing with us!

[@chacebryan1559]

My wife says the same line lol. “Thanks, grew them myself” haha

[@milojanis4901]

That's what she told me, too! I'll be damned!!!

[@unclemarksdiyauto]

I almost went blind at the start of the video! Lol! As Dani’s unofficial unclemark, I tried not to have bad thoughts! (& succeeded) As for the tell tail 2 vs 4dr info, very informative! Most have no problem buying a converted 2dr as long as it is disclosed! We just don’t want to get scammed! Appreciate your honesty & sharing your knowledge. We all would be a car from you! Maybe you should rent yourself out locally for prospective buyers looking for tri-fives. Giving you a few hundred bucks could save them thousands and help them get a good car.

[@brianbaker7686]

I would rather have a hot rod I can drive than a pile of new parts in a pile. My last car was a 53 4 door with 17000 ish original miles. People loved to tell me O you should do this. I just like to drive it. I drove it everywhere. Keep up the good work I watch all your stuff. ✌️

[@jessea6190]

Liked the intro you got big knockers lol no disrespect Dani but that was a good one Dan 😂🤣😂🤣

[@LittleRedsGarage]

Damn I liked the intro "Nice Juggs" couldent agree more!

[@deliveryguyrx]

SHA-ZAYM!!

[@IsoNurFace]

BEST! Video intro EVER!!

[@pookysdad4884]

DD Speed Shop, ya know 😂

[@MuskratOutdoors]

You noticed that too? Ha! Too quick a peek though.....

[@pookysdad4884]

@@MuskratOutdoors That's what the PAUSE button is for, my friend 😜

[@konradweniger3141]

With all the extra 2 door doors maybe you need to make a 6 or 8 door limo wagon?

[@jimarena1166]

Danni I'm glad you you grew them yourself!! there's nothing better than homemade👀🍺🍺 what was Dan talking about, I don't remember anything after the beginning of the video😬😉♥️🇭🇲

[@DDSpeedShop]

Haga

[@ulerhond]

That's the best intro yet! ;)

[@jamesnorris998]

Every time I see you I think about the Kentucky headhunters.... You remind me of what their lead singer looked like back in the 90s.... It's a compliment.... Lol.. I love their music

[@Nash-64SdV]

I knew Dan looked ‘familiar’ somehow…. Ricky Lee Phelps. …That’s it! Thanks. LOL

[@paulbryans1732]

Dan,,,your cars always turn out amazing!! Would love any of them!! Lol My two favourite Manitobans!!

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks Paul!

[@IronHorseGarage]

Good info Dan!!! I believe I told you before I plan on getting a 55 for my wife so if I find a 4 door cheaper I'll convert it!!!

[@elky1964]

Team Canada wins gold again... er ah I mean Team DD Speed Shop from Canada makes another golden video! Awesome job Dan and Dani!

[@deliveryguyrx]

They would medal in the "metal" competition !

[@terryeustice5399]

You’re very creative how you convert your cars.But then again why do you always want a 2 door over a 4 door ? Just glad you have the ability to covert them. Thank you for sharing!

[@Zazu2You]

This is a Pre-MOM video, right? You still have the 74 Challenger in the garage!! Great information, for sure!! Thanks, Cheers!!

[@ksokie63]

Thanks for the info on how to tell . But I agree with the others that you do a great job on your own stuff. Keep up the good work and videos. Thanks again Dan , have a great evening.

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

I knew a guy in Ohio back in the 70’ that was pretty much doing the same thing Dan, and then he started took a 57’ post two door and then a wagon and shortened them up, they were about as long as a VW bug, you know what I mean? There was just enough room for 2 people to fit in them! They looked kinda cool, I believe the first two he did like that were both 57’s, like I said a post and a wagon, but then he did a 56’ and a 55’, I think those were 4 doors he used for them, shortened them up. I believe he also did either a 53 or 54 Chevy too, shortened it up. Oh yeah he took a 55 or 56 Olds, 4 dr, and made a 2 dr out of it. But you do one helluva job too Dan, don’t get me wrong buddy! Keep on trucking, keep on rocking 🤘

[@DDSpeedShop]

Yeah never ending projects keeps you young

[@hensleyshobbies-doug7761]

@@DDSpeedShop - I hear ya buddy, I hear ya! No doubt too!

[@EYE_SPIDER]

Cool video brotha, you do such a killer job on the 4 to 2 door conversions!

[@michaelguinn5736]

D & D, hey Dan, from my experience of being married for 20+ years, you better get Dani's car finished!! From this video you explained what needs to be done....be safe... God Bless!!!

[@lewisedward9799]

Your videos are the reason I keep hammering away at my 4 door. I sure could use some advice on getting the body on the bushings right! I have no clue where to measure from.

[@jimo2627]

My dad's bucket list car is a 57 chevy however he's never been able to get a hold of one great information 👍

[@donshotrodgarage1717]

Nice description on the 2 Dr conversion Keep at the good work!👍

[@JamesBrown-cx3xf]

Very informative Dan great opening Dani ! peace friends

[@lawrencetaylor5481]

Cool video, very informational but, gotta say, the beginning was the best part. Thanks for that. :)

[@youtubefilmvisionary67]

I watched the 1st 4 to 2 Door you did very early 2019 it was Great to watch !! I think I could do it now!.....like your new Boots Dan & Buckle about to get new work boots myself.

[@DudesWithWrenches]

HACK JOB - built with love ..where is there two door tri-five that they built themselves.. keep doing you Dan 👍

[@jeffwoods9666]

One cool dude. You are a real hotrodder . The two lane blacktop 55 is awesome

[@gregt722]

Nice jugs!!! I grew them myself!!! 😂. Love this channel. So down to earth!

[@CycolacFan]

They look good to me and I bet they look great driving by. It’s not about who spent the most on new parts, it’s about having fun with old rusty original metal stuff.

[@freelyfarmexploits8854]

Superb start to the video! Nice jugs, I grew them myself, made my day !👍🏻

[@thecontrarian9933]

So what if they get called hack jobs. You're not misrepresenting these cars. They're not rotisserie restorations. They're mostly junkers that nobody wants slowly being stripped of their parts. It is what it is. You're bringing them back to life. Ratty old hot rods rule.

[@macelius]

Agreed, but I think he's more worried about people trying to sell them off as original coupes.

[@52BuickBoi]

I would rather restore a 4 door as it should be instead of converting it to 2 door. Not everybody dislikes 4 door classic cars

[@jamesb2291]

Most of these cars are so far gone anyways that you're rebuilding it one way or another. Might as well make it what you want.

[@52BuickBoi]

@@crazypeoplearoundtheworld304 I think 4 doors are just as classic and should be loved as 2 doors are. Whats the difference anyways alot of them are the same classic cars only many people wanna discriminate by how many doors. Come on. By the way your screen name says it all and you don't know what you're talking about there for I rest my case

[@hyzercreek]

@@52BuickBoi 4 door cars don't draw half the selling price of 2 door

[@TheKurtsPlaceChannel]

Always love your videos. Thanks for posting this.

[@pookysdad4884]

NOW I know why it's called DD Speed Shop 😛. Nice.

[@OlysGarage]

That's a HELLUVA way to start a video! I remember how much of a pile of work it was watching you do the 55.... Then came the 57 and shit it was done in like a weekend! But obviously devil is in the details. The functional rear quarter windows are kinda a thing for me. Probably never roll them down, but...... LOL The biggest then though, Dan, is you've given life and purpose to 4 doors now. Before they were mainly front clip and misc part donor vehicles. Now doing the conversion like you do them, a guy on a tight budget can actually HAVE a 2 door and enjoy it. And that is what its all about!

[@johnwhelan723]

That was a close call, I always wait around after welding on my car. 57 looking good

[@rockymasel3317]

Nice Boosted Lifestyle-esque intro! 🍊🍊

[@combatmotorsports9006]

I consider myself a gentleman, so I’ll just say, magnificent. All due respect.

[@davelowets]

Yep. I respect someone's work, no matter what it is. If the car isn't one that I like, I can still appreciate the blood, sweat, and tears that someone has put into it. The world would be a boring place if everyone thought the same.

[@brucereimer1700]

A TRUE TWO DOOR HAS A WIDER STRIP OF STEEL BETWEEN THE REAR WINDOW AND THE TRUNK EDGE ....A TWO DOOR HAS A BIT SMALLER TRUNK LID ,,,,LOVE YOUR SHOW

[@jacobhernandez6707]

Loved the first five seconds of your video, thx.

[@stacyiguodala9857]

You knew exactly what you were doing with that opening shot.

[@frankfurther3828]

aka DD speed shop

[@vladtheimpala5532]

I grew them myself. 😉 Sometimes you have to make that clear. A lot of girls have them installed. All natural is better in my opinion. I like the looks of a 55 two door post in primer with all the trim pulled off even if it used to be a four door, even if it’s a little rough. It looks badass and ready to race.

[@wildestcowboy2668]

Agree on the boobs but Chevy is sluggish compared to a BIG BLOCK DODGE

[@vladtheimpala5532]

@@wildestcowboy2668 MOPAR SUCKS!

[@wildestcowboy2668]

@@vladtheimpala5532 Typical Joe Biden loving rainbow flag flyin bud light drinkin Chevy guy....

[@CarsandCats]

GREAT video. Thank you for this! I am in the market and would have been taken for sure as I didn't know any of these shortcuts.

[@punkinsgarageandpaint8299]

Wow, that's a way to start a video...THANK YOU DANNIE

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Another nice vid from the DD crew!!! 👍👍👍

[@DDSpeedShop]

Thanks!

[@torekristoffersen176]

Dani- I grew them myself…. 😆🤣😆

[@58Bisc]

Really notice the change in the wheel wells now. I like the change you made to them and the much larger tires.

[@billpogue3895]

Lots of knowledge in this. Keep up the good work!!

[@geoben1810]

Nice work, youve got some skills son. You're meticulous. And I'm sure you're learning even more as you go. Like you mentioned, you want to do something different with the next one. Wish I could afford one of your builds. You do nice work. 👍✌

[@Tim-57]

Hey Dan Really good video. I cannot enjoy my Tri-5s as they do not exist, so I will enjoy yours...from a distance ... here on utube...trying not to be creepy here...is it working?...haha🙂 Great filming Dannie! Take care of Yourselves😎

[@nlpnt]

I'd still rather have a genuine 4 door with four fully functioning doors, but this is interesting info to know and something that anyone ponying up the premium for a 2 door should know what they're getting!

[@nathankerry3256]

The way you may do may be hack style but still looks good in my books Dan an that all that matters 👍

[@mikestashko8602]

You guys are just nice people. There is a serious shortage of those in this world. I’m glad I subscribed to your channel. Cheers from Western Canada! Now, aside from the signs you mentioned, wouldn’t the VIN cause problems on registration? Or, is mid fifties too old for them to know? I’m curious as the owner of a ‘57 Plymouth project...

[@carolinabeacher1558]

how does it work with the title, do you have to get it inspected and they change it to 2 door on the title or 2 door conversion?

[@stonedkm]

I loved the start of video brother😀

[@1FastKawboy]

What kills me about old cars is the fact that in most cases it will cost more to restore them then they will be worth. I personally am a purest. I prefer cars factory, but some cars will never be anything unless they are street rodded, resto mod or if someone just plain loves it. So I say, do what you want. Make it your own. Save it. I do appreciate the work it takes to do any of it. Great video.

[@cousinjohncarstuff4568]

I am a purist as well. If I see one in parking lot and it presents as original, great! Disc brakes no problem. If the interior also appears original, and the owner comes and has time to talk about it, terrific! I know some do extreme stuff to classic cars, that is their interest, not mine. It IS their money!

[@terrystiles1849]

Thank you Dan, for the info. Very interesting. Hell I love 2 & 4 Dr tri-5s so a four door wouldn't bug me honestly.

[@jeffhunter2553]

When Queen Danny said thanks I grew them myself I shot milk out of my nose the funny thing is I was drinking a Pepsi.

[@REMBRANTTUBE]

NICE JOB DAN!! IT'S GREAT TO BUILD FUN CARS FROM THE 4-DOORS!!

[@privateprivate1865]

He's lucky, all I need is one of em. Id be happy just riding one on the weekends.

[@1980bwc]

I remember back in the 80's, my dad had 2 Tri-Five 4 door cars, that were not rusted out. (Tennessee cars) He sold them for $50 a piece to clean up the place. Lol

[@gregchewie3059]

Holy $h!t!! 😜 That's one hell of a nice ride you have there... the cars aren't too bad either.

[@davekana8388]

Cool, very informative, you’re the conversion wizard!

[@SesameStreetRacingChannel]

Good vid, Dan...You are part craftsman, part teacher...You must have inherited that from your father.

[@fullyloadedkustoms]

Nice work, I'm restoring a 58 Impala on my channel, once that is done I've got a 57 Chevy 2 door Post I'm going to do. Love these tri five Chevy's

[@alanrlocklear]

Came for the jugs and not for the Bel Airs. I gotta admit, they are nice.

[@kk-vk7uc]

I know I have asked you this question before about the titles in Canada. Where I live the the title states 2 door or 4 door. So unless they somehow change the title this may be another way to see if it was a 4 door in it's previous life.

[@troyroberts5606]

I love your channel. These cars are way cool and will be doing one myself.

[@Ol_Dude_Macabre]

Dan is my spirit animal 😅

[@henryhaven9296]

They used to shorten them back in the day for dirt track racing

[@wildestcowboy2668]

Lmao your thinking about Monte Carlo old timer...

[@henryhaven9296]

@@wildestcowboy2668 no , 50s chevys . They raced them on small dirt tracks all.over Florida in the 50s and 60s .🤔😊😉

[@wildestcowboy2668]

@@henryhaven9296 makes sense because GM is junk anyway. Do u remember the 40 fords sir?

[@henryhaven9296]

@@wildestcowboy2668Indeed I do and I see them rolling around quite often here in Pueblo ! Beautiful machines and fast ! There's a lot of gorgeous old iron and very fast cars here abouts ! 😁

[@wildestcowboy2668]

@@henryhaven9296 I have a 40 Ford that was left to me. I'm a Mopar guy but kinda like this ole girl. It has strange looking taillights. I was born in 76 so it's WAAY befo my time

[@johnkranz4004]

Nice job DD

[@Born_Stellar]

The 2 door undoubtedly looks cooler, but I like having 4 doors as just a use thing, open the back door throw your groceries in. And I just don't even want to mess with the doors on my 57. almost 70 years old and the doors open and close perfectly. That was quality, back in the day.

[@ericb2935]

Damn bro! Never seen a video start like that! Caught me off guard! Hahah wow 😳

[@marctorigiani4558]

I kind of like that green that's on the door panel of the Chevelle kind of cool

[@truckerdaddy-akajohninqueb4793]

Are there many fake 2-doors? I had a 71 Malibu 4-door. I enjoyed the heck out of it, and because it was a Chevelle it kept its value. There was a dude that produced fiberglass tri5 chevs, it was featured on the PowerBlock.

[@TheRoadhammer379]

It's value, next to what? A 4 door chevelle is no more desirable on the classic car market than a 4 door torino is. An original 4 door will never command the price of any 2 door muscle, be it original, restomod, touring etc.

Is this where we find DD SPEED SHOP

[@deancooper6300]

Definitely DD speedshop...👍

[@sam_i_am6410]

I've seen hack jobs. These don't look like hack jobs. Great work.

[@shanehack871]

Does it matter that the plexi-glass doesn't go up and down? In Australia, i think, that would still have to be a working window to be legal. As escape access for a rear passenger in an accident.

[@GoodDayforDecay]

Great start to the video lol..Got my attention

[@kd-jj1rn]

Absolutely love your videos so cool! Ever thought about doing something different like a 57 to 59 Plymouth or Dodge the big fin cars that would be so cool, cheers from Ontario Canada 🇨🇦

[@deopersad2915]

Yeah seen the ones with money and new quarter panels and things to change them to two doors lots of work but really good in the end

[@mick0846]

Good video !.. iv often wondered about converting rabbit gti,s the four doors are plenty full and really cheap compered to the two doors aswell as focus St's ect

[@charleshull1504]

Great video! I really enjoy your channel

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

I couldn’t get past the BIG surprise at the beginning. I never did see the rest of the video😂😂😂. Cheers Stuart 🇦🇺

[@waynelutwiniak797]

Primer car looks good. The gap in the molding on the blue car gives it away from 100 feet.