FOUND: 1972 TRANS AM "STRIKE CAR" in Quinlan, Texas

[@_cfoster9278]

Man Thomas is the type of guy to drink beer with and tell you the best car stories all day long lol. Such a cool dude

[@Car-dx7qk]

Fucking right!

[@ghost.driversuk]

Dennis, great to see Thomas again from the early Gas Monkey days, he’s still wheelin and dealing and he doesn’t look any older, keep in touch with this guy, he puts a smile on my face every time I see him, a real old coyote ha 👍🏻

[@mjc8248]

Glad to see Tom hasn't changed a bit. He'll talk your ear off but you'll learn something in the process.

[@Carado5150]

Tom is annoying

[@mjc8248]

I'm old so I've spent my life in cars with these guys. You can learn a lot from then if you shut your mouth and open your ears. You think Thomas is bad get to know my uncle. Ask him a paint code question and get a beer. You're gonna know the complete history and every derivative of it and he's not even a body guy. He's an aerospace engineer.

[@daveysuperbikedwyer6882]

Tom would sell sand to an Arab

[@lilorbielilorbie2496]

@@Carado5150 No richard is annoying.

[@505Tempest]

Cool car. It’s a bit rough. Wrong motors hurts it. My brother has a ‘72 TA 455HO 4 speed car with AC. It has a rear console as well. Rare car. Cameo White on Blue deluxe interior

[@KCN1F]

This could have been a 20 or 25 minute episode but Tom made sure that didn't happen. Hot damn, that guy's got stories for days!

[@steveengland8505]

I could listen to Dennis and Thomas talk about cars for hours it's getting rare to hear guys that really know car history hope Alex is retaining all this information for future generations

[@Collie_Collie_911]

I was getting ready to say pretty much the same thing as you. Sadly, good people like them are hard to find anymore. Even rarer are young people like Alex that listen and learn from people like them. Soaks up their knowledge like a sponge.

[@steveengland8505]

@@Collie_Collie_911 I grew up with Pontiacs and trans ams my first car was a 1977 trans am but most the younger guys now don't even know what a Pontiac motor even is but nothing beat the torque of a Pontiac motor to me

[@martyflannigan5052]

I can listen to Dennis talk all but Thomas is a little to much for me lol

[@Collie_Collie_911]

@Steve England crazy that as time goes on generations will have never even heard of the Pontiac brand. I have to say though, they blew it with the turbo T/A, that was a dog..

[@Collie_Collie_911]

@Marty Flannigan That is understandable. But if you follow Dennis, like I imagine you do, Dennis is usually looking at numbers and going over vehicles he is considering as soon as he arrives. If you notice in the few videos where he and Thomas have dealt, especially this one, he stands back and listens to Thomas and takes him at his word. There is a respect and trust Dennis has with Thomas you don't see on most every other purchase. Granted Dennis does have to get Thomas back on track from time to time, but the trust he has in the inspection Thomas has already done shows.

[@mikeh.753]

Thomas is a real walking car encyclopedia. Man I would pay to listen to him talk. The car world wouldn't be the same without people like Thomas and Dennis. This was the best coffee walk yet. 👍👍👍

[@Doogie_Causey]

Ole Thomas Weeks Hasn't Lost His Gift Of Gab

[@2of2DCH]

That Mustang is the dream car.

[@wasntme3651]

One of the best episodes yet. It’s cool seeing someone as well off as Dennis that is still grounded and not some arrogant clown.

[@elhalcon40]

Exactly he’s a good guy can’t say the same about Richard Rawlings

[@GLOBAL-STRUGGLE]

Yeah he seems like he’s really down to earth respectful guy I like him need more people like him

[@GLOBAL-STRUGGLE]

@@elhalcon40 yeah totally he seems like a ahole aye

[@vtwinaddicted5852]

Gotta be a Texas thing....

[@toesuf94]

I met Dennis in Vegas one night at a Barrett-Jackson party - great guy. Very personable.

[@longtime504]

Got to love Thomas,full of car love!

[@genemounceSr]

OMG ! Thats a $1500 carb, at a minimum ! True friendship right there .

[@calevel]

If this episode would’ve lasted two hours I don’t think I would have any problem watching its entire length... so cool being part of this car talking and dealing, love the coffee walk !

[@thomasrossi31]

The ratchet strap on the mirror is classic!

[@03_austindrake88]

Thomas is such a trip. He is always in salesman mode. Good guy. Cool to see he is doing great. I was bummed when Discovery stopped airing Misfit Garage. Great video.

[@clintprice2123]

I started listening before I started watching and recognized Thomas’s voice. That was a blast from the past.

[@leslieadkins1353]

MAN THAT LOOKS GOOD NOW IM HUNGRY,,COOL SHOW...

[@donaldbertini7969]

Thomas is a real talker! You can tell how much they really care for each other. Real car guys. Love me my Coffee Walk.

[@hereticnemesis]

Great to see Thomas Weeks again ,and the long time friendship between the two of you .....bloody awesome ....

[@courtneesdad]

I love watching 2 old school guys talking cars. Once they pass on, this art will be lost. The new generation can’t appreciate muscle cars.

[@edwardwood6532]

I am sure this same comment was said about a model A Fords and early 30's v8 Fords.

[@jimmccune568]

Why should they appreciate them if they don’t care about them.

[@julios1968]

Always liked Thomas 👍

[@markgriffin4888]

Don't care about the comments about Thomas, enjoyed him ,and his knowledge, and of course Dennis, man, can that man eat!!!

[@markgriffin4888]

@Dominick ---don't go where??? I enjoyed Thomas, first time seeing him, I might be the only person who dislikes Richard Rawlings, he just appears to be rude and degrading to his employees, just my opinion!!!

[@yukonjack.]

He sure does,, I bet he doesn't drink much Beer🍺

[@token3237]

Hats off for you again Dennis ,having Thomas on .👍🏽

[@mattevans8517]

Man, to spend 20 minutes walking around Thomas' property listening to stories and info about the cars. So cool

[@theguythatcouldfly]

Sounds like it would take a lot longer than 20 minutes!

[@johnh6532]

Except most of the stuff he says is wrong

[@1972Ventura455ho]

@@johnh6532 Dude it gave me a headache. The guy is just a BS artist.

[@stephendoing2253]

A couple Ole Texas boys doing deals! Love it!

[@rojacone]

you know I just to say "Thanks Dennis" I sure do look forward to what you find next. This is far more entertaining than any of the shows on tv.

[@richardcline1337]

I hate to wrinkle your thought but even watching paint dry on the back of a rusted out old barn is more entertaining than anything on television now!

[@1982MCI]

@@richardcline1337 I had to get rid of cable three years ago cause it was turning into nothing but kardashian fat girls and news programs that lie, etc, etc, etc and for $200 per month for cable, I just could not do it anymore and I’m so much happier now with these guys and their KZbin channels, they are so much better than what cable ever gave any of us and I can watch it whenever I want!! Win, win, win!!

[@yukonjack.]

@@1982MCI Same here I quit cable almost 10 years ago when It was a 100 bucks a month. I get more entertainment off short KZbin videos on my phone. Someday I might turn the TV on again and Run just a basic antenna.... someday...?✌

[@edgray3553]

@@1982MCI I’m

[@kccorliss3922]

More thomas weeks please!! He is a treasure

[@jeremynewhouse6530]

Once again you can see the respect Dennis gets from the guys that do this for a living. That’s how you know someone sticks to their word.

[@anetteaava2681]

I'm so proud to own a Trans AM from 72 with M22 Greetings from Sweden

[@coinucopia]

You ever wonder how Thomas got his last name? He can talk for weeks and weeks without skipping a beat!

[@antonydurband2997]

🤣 🤣🤣

[@rikumoi3136]

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣, outstanding!!

[@Anthony-qb2gr]

I know a few guys like that, man their a handful lol, after awhile I'm just saying yes to everything they say my mind can't understand what their saying anymore

[@unwelcomemotivation]

@@Anthony-qb2gr hahaha the problem is some are completely full of crap and some like thomas are spitting facts and you can't tell the difference!!!

[@stephenpalmer741]

Thanks Dennis , I just love Coffee Walk .The longer the episode the better . Your a genuine guy . Thanks Stephen from Northern Ireland 🇬🇧

[@paulpanayi9135]

Dennis is a class act, what a man !

[@1bcordell]

I was thinking the same until he got gravy on the side.

[@rossmartens]

I love coffee walk not one episode I don't like can't wait too see the gem that motor is going in

[@kevinbarrett9615]

Nice to see two old friends talkin cars and making deals. At the end of the day being a good person is more important than how much extra money you squeezed out of them. Dennis’s generosity will be rewarded.

[@williamsizemore98]

I had a WS6, with the 5.7 awhile back ago. That S.O.B. would fly.

[@ko9446]

Thomas is the the example of why you never judge a book by its cover.

[@yukonjack.]

No Doubt as soon as he hit the gas he didn't let up!..×10......🔥

[@BrightStar3862]

That old boy has a marvelous capacity to talk. Some viable, some useless. Regards, TED

[@Muffin192213]

agree talks to much doesn't take a breath geez.

[@Dave_Boyer]

Thomas Weeks is such a car guy, loves and breathes numbers. He’s got the stuff! Always enjoyed watching him on TV, when he was doing what he was doing.

[@cherami1510]

My doctor forbids me from watching you guys eat that food. Damn you and your fast metabolisms!!!

[@johnlind8653]

Thomas could sell air.....great episode....Professor Collins got a run for his money.....awesome

[@vincebuono2135]

Nice to see see him!👍👍👍still has lost not lost his touch in saleing his car!! We miss you tom!!

[@Aphthous]

I subscribe to a bunch of KZbinrs, but none beat Dennis! What a class act! Don’t ever stop Coffee Walk!

[@101088Albert]

Get you some of that !!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@ricosuavez582]

Thomas Weeks is so underrated for his knowledge that he is able to share with people who don't know what he has to share with people for free, it's nice to see he's willing to share his knowledge with people who can understand what he is saying

[@Toris30]

Tom is a walking Encyclopedia of cars and storys he have whit it just gotta love him

[@dannyconway2612]

The knowledge on these guys is unbelievable. Love these videos 😊

[@markszczepaniak5888]

That was once of the best coffee walk videos of all time, next time you have him on, try not to edit too much out, if it was 2 hrs long, I'd watch it all. Great job.

[@deezymoorer7040]

Man I love this guy I've allways been into fixer uppers cars ilove ur videos thanks for all ur KZbin work god bless man u rock.

[@leongraham54]

Dennis is such a Classy Guy ,wish we had people like him in our GOVERNMENT. We could SLEEP at night with both eyes shut.

[@andrewdyson3335]

the knowledge of these 2 carguys is unbelievable,awesome episode

[@mindeloman]

In all the "which is better battles" - Ford, Chevy, or Mopar - pretty much no one slams Pontiacs. There's just something special about Pontiacs and it's hard to put in words. And true Pontiac guys know: That beloved brand we all know and love; died in 1981.

[@jdguy23]

oh yeah

[@thebige7302]

G8s were commodores, and Chevy ss and ppv caprice were also Holden

[@darrellsaunders4267]

Pontiac had a longer stroke....more top end...

[@scottsigmon926]

After all these years Dennis and Thomas talking about old times together!!!! Great to see the respect and friendship y’all still have.

[@FosterFarmsOk]

love how much these guys know about cars. How in the world does Dennis not weigh 500#s with all the food he eats LOL

[@DuneRunnerEnterprises]

High metabolism, maybe?? There's a LOT of food !!! Or maybe,just MAYBE, it's an advertisement,for a food places ????

[@docskate4312]

Workout. Period.

[@hillbillyhicks8102]

Yeah I agree he is all ways putting the food down. But who knows he may only eat like this at the end of these shows and may stay to a diet the rest of the times. I think it's a cool little feature to end there show with. Plus it adds content and face it it's cool to find a local place that has really good food. It's also cool to put the mom and pop places in the spot light.

[@Toxic2T]

@@hillbillyhicks8102 nah I'm skinny like him and I don't gain weight at all unless I workout. It's high metabolism.

[@ivorduncan4314]

its only been in the last few months that iv been watching coffee walk. and i have to say dennis collins is one of the best if not the best people iv seen in the world .100 percent

[@2packs4sure]

Man,, that was the most enjoyable THING I've watched in years!! I didn't want it to end...

[@JOSERODRIGUEZ-hu6xi]

One good thing about Dennis he know how to eat!..lol

[@brianhuber4124]

Dennis is one cool cat. And Thomas is a pretty good salesman lol

[@kennethjones6650]

I thought he was a bit of a flog from the fast and loud series but this dude is a absolute sweetheart I could sit here for hours watching him

[@shakeholland9294]

Man, Dennis can EAT! Love the Pontiacs!

[@SchnelleKat]

Jee. Thomas sure can talk but also sounds like my father Spittin and sputtering. Like Hoooold on wait a minute. lol Really neat though. I love talking about RPO codes. Not something everyone still knows anymore.

[@t.d.mich.7064]

It's great to see 2 people equally enthused about something and know of what they speak!

[@gdb5448]

We all have that one friend that just ...won't ...stop...talking. Cool T/A, hope it gets back on the road.

[@saginawdan]

A lot of Thomas haters in the comments. I like him, he's passionate about cars and Dennis likes him too. Enuff said.

[@kljcails]

I haven't seen one yet 🤘🤘🤘

[@hillbillyhicks8102]

But boy he don't stop talking. He could ramble on and on. I also would say he has a wealth of knowledge in his head about cars. I was curious how Dennis Thomas and Richard Rawlings were all connected for tv show. Looks like Dennis and Thomas were the real original car guys and Richard was the late bloomer as far as cars go. But that's my opinion based off of watching the shows and you tube videos. So I may be totally out in left field with my opinion seeing it's not fact based.

[@11094DEREK]

Daniel Skorich nice Dakota havent seen one that clean in a long time

[@saginawdan]

@@11094DEREK Thanks, it's from Hawaii of all places.😁

[@yukonjack.]

True very good friends with history, I'd be willing to bet Thomas' would be more dialed back if it was just the two of them talking privately.

[@freeatlast7384]

Man Thomas is a cool guy. Love to see him with a new show.

[@davidrice6989]

What a pick me up seeing Thomas he's such a cool Guy

[@kidwave1]

Once guys like this are gone there wont be any more cars being made that guys will talk about like this, ...with such passion and respect. Cars will be boring, identically mass produced, electric cars devoid of nostalgia. The entire era of combustion engine cars and their faithful admirers and modders, will be a quickly forgotten 50-60 year long blip in history, never to be repeated.

[@erwin2844]

thomas is a such character 😀

[@talkingrock7011]

That he is

[@tonysaylor2373]

Love this show!!! I really like how Dennis gets the cool rare stuff and then rewards everyone with a killer meal !!! Seems to me that he's a great guy to be around!! Thanks for the show!!

[@SeventyEightCivic]

In Japan in the 70s cars went through extensive re inspection after so many years... They would often mark the inspection with yellow paint.

[@majorpayne5289]

👍Sometimes it’s great to just listen to old friends talk. I enjoyed this one, however, (respectfully) Thomas can be rather long winded at times but ya gotta love him. Good stuff folks! 👍🇺🇸 (I gotta get a T-shirt!)

[@fifocrew3040]

I really like it when you catch up with Thomas. I think he likes also.

[@richp1146]

Great day to be alive!! Keep them on the road! 💪

[@Anth4044]

These guys knowledge on cars is so freaking incredible I love hearing them talk all day.

[@MidnightinSavannah]

That guy Thomas knows nothing about a Pontiac. All the info he was talking about was wrong.

[@Mr.Noisewater]

Wow just found this channel I love the story's and just talking g about the cars.

[@corcoranger]

I am really happy to see Thomas Weeks again, very enjoyable conversation between the two

[@James-n5j4h]

That Trans am is a Dream car once its done up !!! I love the Story of the Vietnam War Veteran behind it too. Hope he enjoyed it God bless him

[@chevylandt.v]

It would be cool if Thomas Weeks would teach a class or teach me some lessons about what to look for in cars. What a good teacher.

[@AAAOU1]

Gotta love the passion for these classics.

[@jamiel2585]

In regards to the Mustang, when it was imported into Japan the Japanese would of put its own unique identity on it(left strut tower). It ends up with 2 ID tags, one which is the Ford and the JDM. You will see its registration history and dereg/export certificate will have both numbers too

[@joeroe2839]

Haha I was bout to say that also , it has to have its jdm vin also 😜..especially being a ford in japan

[@justinhardin7318]

I wanna know more……

[@craigsowers8456]

Yep ... those "AAFES Cars" were frowned upon ... the steering wheel on the wrong side and all ... LOL

[@andrewhigdon8346]

@@craigsowers8456 do you know what AAFES stands for? Army Air Force Exchange Service. I’d say the AAFES stores facilitated the import of certain popular American cars (morale was a big deal) and had to jump through some loops to make it happen. And being Japan, well, you never know.

[@Vampirebear13]

Holy cow Dennis !!! 1st let me say TYVM for this LONG video. 2nd I've always liked Thomas because he likes to tell stories like me & I'll bet he's different when he's not on camera. 3rd after seeing so many great project cars, that massive meal was a great finish !!! Wish I could come visit & get some great food. Haven't been to Texas since about 1973. We spent 4 days driving north to south on the way to Mexico & after 4 days, we just turned around & came back to Ohio. Oops there I go story telling again. LOL

[@babebful]

I think Thomas is the polar opposite of Alex ,I’ve heard him talk more in one episode than Alex has. In 200! Can’t wait to see what you guys do with that car

[@markkowalski3575]

It's a good thing Dennis has all that knowledge. He's got the patience of Jobe to stand there and listen to Thomas go on and on and on.

[@rbnhood39]

Thomas is dancing around to work up to the price for the car, which is going to be high right out of the gate so he can get down to the price that he actually wants. He’s a hot mess. Got to luv him though.

[@JohnnyAFG81]

It’s incredible how they just run numbers off of cylinder heads, vin’s etc like they just looked it up. They should write a memoir!

[@hillbillyhicks8102]

Back in my 20's which was the late 80's early 90's all I ran was Pontiac. All fire birds and trans ams and a couple of late 60's fire birds. Believe it or not if submerged yourself in the world of cars you learn the numbers. In the beginning I had a book with all the casting numbers. I also had a list of certain Vin numbers of cars that came with certain vins. Now back then you could find certain cars for sale that were still reasonable. You could also still find alot in junk yards. So after a few years out digging around looking you would start to remember the good numbers and what cars had them. You would also learn about the good rear ends and transmissions. My first car I legally had on the road was a 1980 trans am with the WS6 suspension package. I was 16 but I had a 66 Pontiac tempest and a 76 ford f250 camper special. It had I believe a 390 with a 4speed with granny low trans in it. I had both of those at 14. So you can see if you are a car guy that it is possible to learn the good numbers. They don't know all the numbers just the good ones. Because those are the only ones that count.

[@superduty4556]

Pontiac cylinder heads are easy. Two giant digits cast into it.

[@1972Ventura455ho]

As a long time Pontiac that guy Thomas is wrong on almost everything he said. 455 HO won't bring $5 to 6,000 and KR rims won't bring $1,000 each, the rare JWs won't bring a $1,000 each unless they are perfect. I'm still trying to figure out the "only 5 sets" part. Cause i have more than 5 set of roundports heads.

[@superduty4556]

@@1972Ventura455ho any SD heads?

[@1972Ventura455ho]

@@superduty4556 I had a set and sold them to a friend up north. I have a few videos on my You Tube of them.

[@johnmitchell3086]

Out standing! Love your show. I drink coffee with you! Out Standing!!!!!

[@d.c.Jones70]

Really need to see more of Thomas he’s hilarious but the knowledge is incredible. Dennis has got to be the best person to go out and eat with,while your thinking about what to order he’s already got one of everything.

[@johnboydTx]

Gravy on the side proper Southern Traditional style!!!!outstanding coffee walk.. Well done y'all 🤠👍✌

[@elmerfudpucker3204]

My thoughts are that this T/A was on the assembly line already, when the strike hit. It was probably one of the earliest ones to be completed when production restarted. This would explain the early for 1972 codes and numbers on it.

[@1982MCI]

Didn’t they have scabs working the lines on limited production tho also when the strike occurred? I remember a little bit of the strike and watching it on the news each evening but I don’t remember any of the specifics cause I was young at the time but I do remember talking with my parents about what “scabs” were and why they were getting beat up when they went to work. But I’m curious if they did have scabs for the assembly lines then that may explain why some things are a bit oddball but overall, it’s a damn good car and thank goodness Dennis now has it cause it will be saved now for sure and put back exactly as it came down the scab line, lol Take care buddy, be safe out there!!

[@javierdenardo2607]

I read that at the end of the strike, GM destroyed 1000 vehicles that were on the line and sent 40 to tech schools across the nation. This is because the cars entered into the 1973 model year and safety standards had changed. They were offered to Canada but were turned down due to safety regulations 😮

[@Poor-old-Podunk-plow-boy]

How come it has the wrong core support they didn't make that core support till after 74 mid-year the car has been wrecked

[@stevesvoboda9816]

It probably was probably finished by management. They didn't care the engine was pulled from old stock. That's my guess.

[@Poor-old-Podunk-plow-boy]

That core support has braces to go to the inner finder those core supports did not come out till 74. You can see the notches and bumps where the bars go on the course support 73 and down. do not have that hump .I have that style course support it's flat all way across.

[@leslieannalbright4772]

Nice seeing Thomas. And it’s nice to see the shared history between you two. 👍❤️😊

[@haroldstrickland8416]

Dennis is a classy guy & Thomas is so freakin' cool...reminds me...of me! "I'll sell you this bit give you that"! I coulda been a millionaire if I weren't a philanthropist.

[@unwelcomemotivation]

bet you're happier being...you! :D sounds like dennis is a little like that, too. Which is awesome to see someone actually become a millionaire off good vibes!

[@faerieSAALE]

This man - Dennis is my NEW FAVORITE car guy. He's extremely courteous, friendly, unassuming, and also charming. Compared to Richard Rawlings, whom I never really liked - Dennis is a WINNER!

[@dff409hobie5]

That gentleman is a classic himself how interesting is the entire conversation lets find out what the history and numbers mean for that Mustang. Cheers

[@buchananautosalesllc7855]

YOU GUYS ROCK GREAT SHOW

[@petermandics1517]

Outstanding episode, keep the Pontiac's coming. I had to keep pausing the video to double check all the codes and numbers in my ancient books and it all seems about right, which makes the TA and the SR motor a real find.

[@Joshoptimus]

You two are an amazing wealth of car knowledge like decoding hyroglithics

[@arthurosborne2445]

I love how much knowledge and passion you all have for these cars . Great video,yes Tomas talks a lot but it’s entertaining and great content.

[@hurtlocker6611]

Back in 1988 i bought a 75 Firebird Formula 350 4 speed for 300.00 delivered to my door, but this 72 Trans Am is Sweet, love the front clip on this year.

[@cchrist58]

Dear Mr Collins !! Again Another Interesting VLOG !! OUTSTANING Work !!

[@stevenpressley5956]

These guys are a history lesson worth hearing...

[@edward5979]

Dennis wakes up from a dream and could swear someone was talking to him….lol. Thomas is good people !

[@GaryLX870D]

Thomas is a legend.. ultimate car guy.. and nice to see Alex!

[@TheBackyardFox]

Nice car! These longer videos are great. Could watch an hour of this, pure car entertainment with a wealth of knowledge.

[@rontillbrook6455]

great stuff, food looked good, good old boy thomas.