1000 Miles From Home! Will This 55 Year Old Barn Find Drive That Far?

[@RobFromOgden]

Jealousy Warning: Yesterday I was passing through Kanab, Utah. My daughter and I were stretching our legs when a classic car with Oregon plates pulls up to a gas station parking stall right by me. Out hops a guy and his daughter. Since I grew up in Oregon, I ask the guy where in Oregon he's from. I recognized the voice as soon as I heard him say "I just bought this from someone in Oregon" I totally randomly bumped into Paul in Kanab, Utah. He was super nice, I didn't want to take much of his time because he seemed in a hurry. He was really friendly, down to earth and just an overall good dude! Paul, It was a pleasure bumping into you! Thanks for the great content.

[@waynefields4813]

That is beyond the most awesome “barn find” and it could not have fallen into the hands of any better family, great people do get rewarded ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@williamd1891]

I did have to cringe the whole time they were driving on the snow/ice/salt. I would have towed it or waited until spring to pick it up.

[@reidremington7771]

I truely believe in Karma! You were ment to find theese incredibly awesome vehicles! Maybe even some help from the other side? Stranger things have happened. As far as the truck goes!, I loved the idea of a blower, the truck seemed to be absolutely beautifull. Black! With a blower, monster engine! and lots of chrome. New tires and fantastic rims! Really couldn't see into interior, black tufted leather! And a crazy sound system. I can't wait to see what they both look like! After the love that you put into them. A great post! From a loving family! Thanks for the great ride.

[@timothygeiger8271]

@@williamd1891 that's what you say here, but I'm willing to put a wager on you doing exactly like he did. They didn't have the option of "towing" it. By "towing" that means getting a tow truck to take it, which let me educate you on tow rates. They are rather pricey, at over $2 per mile, it would have cost over $4,000. to "tow" it, maybe over $5,000. He couldn't trailer it, because there wasn't enough room on the trailer. Why wait until spring? Then you have the expense of going back up there again. The idea is to try to not be wasteful. Your two examples would cost alot of money.

[@Bellyupandbored]

Wayne where are you from? I am also a Fields from Oregon

[@dozer1642]

14:50 That heater motor noise instantly takes me back to my childhood. ✌️

[@als9119]

Paul's excitement is awesome to see. All of the gearheads watching are smiling with you.

[@oneoldmansgarage7880]

I am so glad to hear it still has the Pontiac 326 in it. What a find. This day and time that is a one of a kind car. The trucks nice too, but that Firebird steals the show for me.

[@youtubechannelyo188]

I accidentally came across you guys, Matts off road recovery and more recently Robby Layton in relation to the Golden Nugget, have been following the development of it since it was recovered and since then all your channels have basically become my favourite channels to keep up with! Keep up the good work and content guys, that Pontiac is a BEAST, much love from Australia.

[@richard3141592638]

"I didn't find it, it found me" Isn't that just fantastic. Good things happen to good people, Paul and Michelle, and Papa Dar and Randall. Enjoy the new projects. Looking forward to following along

[@kf4ung]

Paul what about our ancestors that walked from Illinois to Utah using handcarts? Michelle wouldn't have to worry about too much speed. LOL That car is gorgeous. Give her some love and she will be lovely.

[@zedhead2864]

Mary was amazing! You guys are truly blessed to have this whole experience. Couldn't have happened to a better guy!

[@CountryAndClassics]

Unbelievable on how it ran so good without any breakdowns for the amount of time that thing sat. Best "Barn Find" Ever!

[@Kickstandsup83]

Spoilers!

[@foxp2483]

People once designed and built things to last. Sadly, now it seems people build things as cheaply as possible, in China.

[@donaldhalls2189]

@@foxp2483 well they learnt that if you make it to last you don't have anyone to sell to if they already have one all the best

[@johnme7049]

@@foxp2483 Yep, 'People' once cared about the 'People' who worked for them and the 'People' who purchased the goods that they made. Now the corporations are run by the God of Profit and 'People' are expendable.

[@erepsekahs]

Precisely. UNBELIEVABLE. You'd think it was all made up for a youtube show. Imagine the gas in the tank was even good after 5 years. 😂🤣😃😄😅😆😉

[@MrSparks54]

Definitely a 6-71 blower, that would fill that engine bay nicely. Awesome video Michelle and Paul

[@dennisthatcher4384]

my thoughts exactly, + those blowers sound wicked.

[@Amberdogproductions]

Being I'm from Oregon, this was a great one to watch. Such a great find and so good to see the Bird go to your family. Sooo happy to see it out of the barn and live again. Just the way it should be. Thanks to all involved in this.

[@taylorrodgers8988]

Man! You are living out every gearheads dream! God blessed you with an awesome Car!

[@FeralPreacher]

Paul driving and can't stop smiling. Congrats on the "NEW" car, she's a beauty.

[@Aint1S]

That car... Matt's starting a new build vs. Paul driving a dream car home on an ice rink! 😱 🤔 🤣 Paul's channel is first!

[@samsanderson7159]

A blower would be sweet on that old truck. And that Firdbird is beautiful. What a great find.

[@davidescalera7927]

Beautiful car Paul. A huge blower for that truck!

[@doortech8227]

Truly Sensational and deserved For Paul, Michelle and the family. Including Papa Darr and Randell. What an epic lady she was gifting you with these beautiful machines. Treat them well, they'll bring you lifelong memories for the kids in years to come!

[@remorrey]

I have total confidence that Paul and Michelle treated Mary Pat generously on the deal. I can hear and see the good feelings between them all. What a great video. 👍

[@kengerst5991]

Wow nice find awesome car and truck yes it needs a blower motor

[@ajspak874]

That was epic. That car is phenomenal just to start up and take you all those miles home with no issues. I love how those two cars found you someone that's going to appreciate and respect them. And God bless that lady for thinking of you guys and how her husband would have loved you being a new caretakers of the cars.

[@samthompson1270]

That was a trip you all will remember for a lifetime. Not one, but TWO awesome vehicles to come home with. Can't wait to see what you do with them. Thanks for taking us along on the road trip.

[@dontrudeau9362]

I love that you didn't find it...it found you. That's the best feeling as you know it was ment to be! Enjoy it! Y'all are a hard working family that deserve all the success that you are getting!

[@shcaskey]

Peace sign in the rear window! How cool is that? OEM baby!!

[@simoncampbell-smith6745]

I watch your videos and the one thing that stands out is how much you guys love each other. It is great to see two people working so well as a team. You can tell almost what each other are about to say.

[@maxineconnor2037]

I smiled the whole way through that wlog, the smile on Paul’s face said it all.. Can’t wait for all the videos to come to see what you do to the truck... Love 💕 your vlogs xxx 😘👍🏻👏🥰🦘🇦🇺

[@avlisk]

That Pontiac brings back memories. In 1969, it was the car that drove us home from college for Thanksgiving break. I still remember the guy's name who owned it: Winchester P. Woolard.

[@algarinthompson8749]

Congratulations on both vehicles!! OMG the Firebird is awesome, that's when they built cars.

[@Evan_Almighty556]

So cool! That beautiful young lady sure gave you guys a deal of a lifetime, she picked the right people to take those vehicles over too. Excited to see what’s in store for them in the future!

[@wooodrow99]

The Firebird is my favorite of the pony cars since they were rare compared to the Camaros. If the heads have never been rebuilt you might want to run some additive to save the valve seats. The motor for the truck should definitely have a roots style blower with a six pack on top or a 8 Weber IDF system looks old school trick. Glad the footage of you two crop dusting each other made the final edit. Keeping it funny and light.

[@boxedfender4810]

Yeah I said to check the numbers for production. My 5eacher had a stick shift firebird she bought must have been around 2006 or so. Pretty rare car im pretty sure it was a big block too original everything so RS and SS

[@pat0653]

"We'll make it home just fine, maybe in six months, but we'll get there" That's what I like about Paul, never give up, you're clips always give me a push forward, and let's talk about that unicorn car, it is awesome, a well deserved gift from heaven, take good care of it and make the previous owner and his lovely daughter proud!! :)

[@lutomson3496]

and this video is almost 2 months old so I wonder what he has done in the interim!

[@west4555]

This series hit me square in the heart strings!! Thank you Miss Mary Pat for sharing the love of such a great vehicle!!

[@icantsaywhat]

That is a beautiful car. That thing is definitely worthy of being driven and taken to as many car shows as possible. No matter what you do with the truck look forward to seeing what you do with them

[@michellescott619]

Love watching the road trip! Michelle and Paul you're so fun to watch. Smoking each other out, hilarious 😂

[@loosemoose9799]

The barn find was waiting for a good home. A beautiful trip, friends made, a beautiful car and a beautiful family. What more could anyone desire?

[@cliffcross6487]

Good things happen to Great people. Congratulations

[@UAHTiger]

It's so fun watching you and Michelle. I hope you guys post some Saturday night date nights where you take out the car from time to time.

[@grimsoul0]

Those are two great finds you got. Glad to see them go to someone that's going to love and take care of them instead of someone just getting them to make a quick flip with them.

[@NoahFroio]

Just re-watched the entire 3-parter in order, and I am truly moved by this story. Mary Pat could not have found a happier home for these pieces of her family history!! The Firebird cleaned up so nice - that is a museum piece, basically a survivor (with a couple of updates to the stance and wheels), but a dream of a car. Can't wait to see the '42 build, I know it is going to be a stunner when done - next stop = Smokey Burnouts!!! Thank you Paul and family for sharing this journey. Incredible.

[@billwhite5188]

WOW what an amazing find. A firebird was such a classic. I know Michelle wil have such fun driving her new car. My classic Mopar wafound on the very back lot of a dealership. Was scuzzy and shabby but the potential was there. And I drove it 800 miles home, without the rat smell thankfully. Only problem was the gas hauge didnt work and i needed brake fluid top up. Still a fun head turner of a ride.

[@pmiller7886]

Omgosh....the firebird...just insanely sweet...

[@jigmonster101]

Great trip! I can't wait to see the truck build! Driving the firebird 1,000 miles after sitting for 5 years, goes to show old classic car reliability. That's why I love them! Great video guys!

[@jimefflandt9609]

What an awesome find. The firebird wow 👌 reminds me of one i had back in the day. I've had so many memories watching you drive her home. And the truck or rod! It should be a great time fixing it up. Paul thanks for sharing.

[@irishquad]

That Firebird is definitely one of the most beautiful automobiles ever made!

[@codymiller2775]

I'm jealous. Nice car. Blower on the truck. Paul getting all giddy about the car was priceless!

[@jcgillin51]

Those two vehicles went to the right household and person to restore them. Looking forward to seeing the journey.

[@jaredwilliams5252]

That is seriously my dream car. So glad to see it on the road.

[@passingthrough1954]

You two Crack me up. Really enjoyed this little adventure. Your relationship is to be modeled. I am so happy you've been blessed with these 2 vehicles. Keep them coming and thanks for keeping things clean. I like your new partner alot. He's a lovable dork. A genuine great loyal friend.

[@RetiredPilot]

While we in Canada are under a state of emergency it is great to see the freedom you enjoy in your neck of the woods. Cheers

[@UtahOutlander]

What a terrific road trip! Thanks for bringing us along for the ride! That Firebird is pristine-ish!! Beautiful car! Two families just bonded together...what a great story!! Couldn't happen to better people! Love this trip!! 🥰🥰

[@silverstake88]

You guys deserve every bit of this. Ya worked hard at the channel - an' I can't wait to see what all y'all come up with!

[@kenw2542]

Brilliant video showing true appreciation to the past owner and the cars themselves. Well done fab rats. I’m a subscriber for life.

[@VinylVillageGarage]

67 bird Nice find, unbelievable how clean and complete it is. Thanks for sharing.

[@Gramps1975]

Couldnt be happier for you guys...loved the 3 part series. Love the solid content that I just absolutely look forward to seeing every week.

[@patricksalazar6123]

Paul u are the luckiest man I've ever seen. That car is one of my dream cars. The shape of the car is incredible. Congrats man. I enjoyed the trip seeing that it made a 1,000 mile trip after sitting for 5 yrs is amazing.

[@michaeljennings7651]

Congratulations! Beautiful story and video. It's awesome to see a car go to good home to be cared for and enjoyed! And yes, the car found you, because that's how it all works.

[@mikediamond257]

Loved tagging along with you guys. Thanks for the ride !

[@ernestpaul2484]

What a great relationship you guys have. At the 9:45 time mark Paul is giving the mice some competition and to enjoy the full effect, the window remains closed. Hard to lay the blame on someone else when there are only two of you in the car. I had a 67' Firebird with a 350 Chevy back in 82', it was nice but it was no where near as clean as this one.

[@jeraldhite9744]

Wow, I'm still shocked and in awe of such a cool event. Living that car guy life!!! Never a dull moment between the fab, rescue and wheeling content!!! I drive a tractor trailer loving this stuff.

[@kstricl]

For the steering on the Firebird, when you are looking into the steering, Borgeson apparently makes an upgraded steering box that will fit the a-bodies, and will give it more of a modern steering feel. For the truck, big block with a 10-71 blower. No need to turn more than a few pounds of boost though, but blower whine would make it fine.

[@mrman2862]

TWIN TURBO on the old truck. what a great drive back. beautiful old school hot rods.

[@dukeflem]

I was there with you for every minute of the trip. Sometimes, when you couldn't see out of the window on the ICY roads, my chair started getting uneasy and squeaking a lot. I am just so happy you made it home safely and nothing happened to that beautiful car.

[@mako757]

love the Bandit reference, respect, love the chanel, keep on keepin on

[@tylerfitzgerald266]

A barn find that goes 2k miles after not running for 5 years is absolutely nuts to me. They really don't make them like they used to. As for the truck, idk what engine to go with but something with a nice big blower would be perfect in my opinion

[@shackman1306]

Thank you again always good. Have a wonderful day.

[@Chongy28]

Beyond happy for you Paul and Michelle. By the looks of things on this side of the screen it seems like making the jump to full time youtube has been a great decision! You guys are rocking it!

[@rickfjestad6998]

Congrats on your new toys, looking forward to seeing what you do with each of them. My idea for the engine compartment in the truck is a big block, with either 3 deuces or dual quad carbs. I'm old school, turning 65 next month, and remember when the visual impact of a muti carb setup was super cool. Granted not the best performance, especially by today's standards, but definitely a conversation piece. Whatever you do, it will be fun to follow along. You and your family are helping to shorten our winter here in Fargo, North Dakota.

[@timothygeiger8271]

It was hard to get the multi carb setup synchronized. No matter what you did, it was hard to get all the carbs to do what you wanted at the same time.

[@djcampbell9150]

Love it! Can I just say how great of a friend you all have in Papa Dar to happily drive all that way. I understand it's not a one way street but how many folks do you know that would take that journey with you??

[@topturretgunner]

That old girl is definitely worth a total makeover. That 326 V8 is a very good motor and if it’s not burning oil it’ll serve well for many years. That 67 Firebird in that condition is a huge find. Congratulations guys. 👍👍👍❤️

[@joshuacormier9294]

I can't begin to explain how happy this makes me! Inspirational for sure and you 100% deserve what is happening to you in all the best ways! Keep those memories going!! So Special!

[@chrismccue6493]

Congratulations on your barn find. It's awesome to see someone get their dream.

[@skipvanauken6816]

Love that you guys shared this once in a life time road trip that resulted in not one but two sweet rides. Cant' wait to see them in future episodes. I'm thinking an episode come soon will be building a bigger garage for all the toys. lol

[@nroose]

That car is Beautiful!!!

[@offroadrecoveryteam]

Nice find, here in Wisconsin we throw snow on the windshield when the washers don't work.

[@chrisslky7018]

Water bottle with smurf jizz and and old fuel line here in WNY! Wipers run manually with string. Ha haa

[@NoNameGaragejg]

Also in Wisconsin and have been doing this on the windshield of my 08 Grand' Prix.

[@deltavee2]

Works like a charm. What most of Canada does.

[@alanwondergem2105]

Same in Michigan.

[@reidremington7771]

I know what your talking about! Lived in Eagle River! Northern Wisconsin.. now in Find du lac Wi. So i know about Winter. Peace.

[@stevedavis5704]

I love a good road trip! The way you just kept going at it to bring your new baby home was cool and as far as the part where you were slowed down just remember, a hundred years or so ago 12 miles a day was a good days travel unless you were on the train or stage coach. I tell my kids there is a reason why in the states settled pre 1900 the old towns are only 7-10 miles apart.

[@2times2is4]

Congratulations on your car find. Love the casual laid back attitude of you guys. Enjoying your videos very much.

[@rene9392]

My dream car. She's a beauty. I am pretty jealous

[@sparkywatts3072]

Congratulations on the bird Paul! I know that feeling and it can't be explained to someone who's never felt it.

[@aaronmutch1883]

Congrats on the safe journey. You guys deserve that beautiful car. God bless you and your family Paul.

[@elvismelendez2386]

Haven't done a road trip in awhile. Thanks for the memories. Feels like I'm there with y'all

[@guslesperance2842]

built 350 with a weiand 671. nothing sounds like that. love it guys. dont stop

[@dennisstaffordthesingingco3982]

I love you guys. This is the type of stuff I used to do when I was younger. I can't get around like I used to so watching you guys is fun. Keep showing Michelle.

[@papalilburn]

Road trips with friends and family are great, when it turns into the treasure find of a lifetime, that's icing on the cake. Seeing other couples struggle with the occasional escape of "blue methane" just makes it hilarious! Thanks for letting us tag along!

[@elaineekberg113]

Landon got his eye on that car, I bet! My dad bought me a '68, 400 w/3-2brls. Don't be tempted to let him have it. Kids should be started with a P.O.S.

[@auldman]

Why? As long as the kid is appreciative, humble and responsible.

[@garykanitz2826]

I've been watching your channel religiously. I'm so jealous now I almost can't bear to look. I had a 2 door 69 Catalina convertible for a while from about 1989 to 91. It was awsome, but made me want the Firebird just that much more. Without going into how I "lost" the Catalina it's one of those things where the wound never quite heals.

[@lorenmeyer5290]

So glad you had a wonderful trip! Beautiful, Beautiful car and an awesome truck! God bless you guy's! Always Love watching Fab Rat and can't wait till the next one!

[@jusanothabigdik2198]

You guys are the most chillest. Really feel like flying out and meeting all of you. That Firebird is an awesome find. Congrats.

[@tscotom]

Awesome journey, Fab cars, ... Looking forward to the truck's build. Cheers guys. :-)

[@dougalexander7204]

The lady who owned the truck and car is a princess, and a very smart one who knew Paul and Michelle would love them as she did.

[@hotrodchevy4524]

That is the find of a life. Amazing car in great shape. Congratulations Paul. Enjoy. 😀😀

[@positronic247]

love to see the trip in the Firebird man and congrats on the find. I've had my '68 sitting in the garage since we moved about 6 years ago and this video has inspired me to actually get to workin on it again for cruise mode.

[@sdstube8061]

Amazing. Loved the video and even when you got home.. your kid running up for that hug. Family love, nothing like it. Love you guys and looking forward to seeing the next vid. Oh Regards to PAPA DAR , he held out well for such a long trip. Great work guys

[@cynthiaverdugo3279]

That is a beautiful car, it needed someone who can keep it up. That's why it found you. Such a killer truck too.

[@Inkd_watkins]

I feel like the kid that just can’t wait for the next episode. Y’all bring so much joy. Keep after it all !!!

[@williamlulay7982]

Thank you for sharing your trip with us. You got a couple of great finds, there. I have no suggestions as to what to do with the truck, but it invites you to do almost anything with it you please, and, I'm sure, whatever you do with it, will be interesting to watch.

[@zekejimenez111]

Worth every minute of it no body deserves it more keep it up love your channel can't wait to see Matt and Robby's reaction love you guys

[@bradklingensmith]

One hell of a trip and an even better garage find. That's a once in a 10 lifetime discovery.

[@pennyaskay5653]

When she opened that garage door and the car was visible, I cried! OMG! This was an amazing situation from start to finish! Thank you for sharing!

[@Bradzuzu]

Man that car cleaned up nice , that was a once in a lifetime find wow !! On the truck build why not do something extra , I'd suggest twin turbo's because I enjoy that setup and with it being open it would be pretty easy to do not to mention how much fun it would be to drive...

[@BladeHQ]

Man, that thing is awesome! I can not wait to see more of the old "Barn Find". -Dallas

[@volvobrynk]

I would put on fenders on it! It’s a truck, not a hot rod! But make it haul!! And haul ass! But a 40/41 truck, that tucks the front fenders are SO sweet! But the right answer is; do what you hard tells you too!