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

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Today's the day we try to make our way home in a car that's been sitting in a shed for 5 years and that's 55 years old. Can it make it the 1,000 miles home? Check it out!
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[@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. ✌️

[@pmiller7886]

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

[@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.

[@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. 😂🤣😃😄😅😆😉

[@als9119]

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

[@gordbaker896]

Great Find.

[@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

[@zedhead2864]

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

[@cliffcross6487]

Good things happen to Great people. Congratulations

[@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.

[@taylorrodgers8988]

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

[@davidescalera7927]

Beautiful car Paul. A huge blower for that truck!

[@shackman1306]

Thank you again always good. Have a wonderful day.

[@FeralPreacher]

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

[@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.

[@irishquad]

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

[@kengerst5991]

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

[@YoderMarineandOudoors]

I laughed so hard “I just paid $.10 for those bags!!” Bahaha welcome to Oregon. Just before that, I was thinking to myself “wonder what town they’re in pumping their own gas? 🤣 That car is a beaut!

[@awolfalone2006]

I haven't gotten shopping bags since Salem started extorting us for them.

[@YoderMarineandOudoors]

@@awolfalone2006 it’s been what 2-3yrs now? I still forget to bring my own every damn time. I’ll carry an arm load of groceries just out of principle. Too many bags in landfill.. let’s make them thicker plastic and charge for them, that’ll fix it 🙄

[@bobstratton6362]

If that hurts your feelings, don’t come to CA.

[@YoderMarineandOudoors]

@@bobstratton6362 wouldn’t dream of it. Looking to get out of Oregon in fact.

[@randybrechbiel9748]

The trick when using self checkout is when it asks how many bags, you hit 0 bags

[@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.

[@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

[@samsanderson7159]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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.

[@shcaskey]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@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 😘👍🏻👏🥰🦘🇦🇺

[@carlmarsteller8649]

Wow !!! Great find. Best of luck with both .

[@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

[@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?

[@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!

[@mrman2862]

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

[@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

[@jaredwilliams5252]

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

[@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.

[@algarinthompson8749]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@michellescott619]

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

[@ALittleRockShop]

Just WOW! What a score! 😎

[@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. 👍

[@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.

[@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!

[@P8FPV]

Sooo lucky nice find guys n gals

[@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.

[@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.

[@jcgillin51]

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

[@builtbybo22]

Wicked, Paul cant wipe that smile off.!

[@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!! 🥰🥰

[@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.

[@west4555]

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

[@petecunnien5368]

Beautiful vehicles!! What an awesome find

[@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!

[@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!

[@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.

[@nroose]

That car is Beautiful!!!

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@stevieseymore75]

Beautiful firebird

[@kenw2542]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@maxmillion4216]

I'm so happy for you guys and that you all got home safe with all your body parts in tack. That looked like a butt clenching ride home in all that ice.

[@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.

[@4yellowwolf]

Congratulations 🎈

[@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...

[@2times2is4]

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

[@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!

[@lucky-rowe2623]

I'm glad the heater core held up for you.

[@jusanothabigdik2198]

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

[@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!

[@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

[@joejon5794]

Hey Slo, "@ "16:30" Your Boy Threw You under his new Firebird...COLD AS ICE PAUL....✌

[@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.

[@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.

[@chrismccue6493]

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

[@richardcarr7557]

Beautiful car and amazing road trip x

[@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!

[@tscotom]

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

[@ThatKiltedGuyDIY]

Hey, run an Ozone generator in the car. It removes any odors if you got the source out.

[@tommywallbanger]

Hey Kilted guy yeah an Ozone cleaning got the cigarette smells out of my Tacoma when I bought it used. BTW I've seen some of your videos on dry wall repair. What's up dude?

[@justgonnastay]

Be careful with an ozone generator. It will cause premature rot on rubber and some other materials.

[@jedidiahross7447]

An accomplished remediation contractor told me that ozone is a noxious chemical. So, when you run it. Shut the generator off about 15-20 min before being confined with it. It will then disperse back to o2.

[@ThatKiltedGuyDIY]

@@justgonnastay only with extended use. It’s commonly used to rid cars of smoke odor, and used in for restoration all the time. One use won’t harm anything. I’ve used It for over 30 years with no problems

[@ThatKiltedGuyDIY]

@@tommywallbanger what do you mean what’s up? I watch other KZbinrs too. And I’m a big car guy

[@rene9392]

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

[@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.

[@roadtested9009]

Beautiful car! It's a keeper. I hope you thoroughly washed the undercarriage immediately when you got home. Fluid Film it!

[@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??

[@daletaylorjr.4786]

Such a great story. Love it!

[@aaronmutch1883]

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

[@sparkywatts3072]

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

[@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 !!!

[@brucewrandol]

I had a great trip with you. Thanks! That Firebird is one lucky find.

[@Felix-fy7ki]

Love the Firebird, such a mint condition! About the hotrod: A supercharger built in old-style as prewar cars had should be a nice option. You know, those which are only activated on full throttle. Everybody has turbos or superchargers, but who can say he owns a car with a supercharger like prewar expensive luxury cars had? And such should also be fuel saving.

[@chrisduncan199]

This series has inspired the Mrs. and I to plan a roadtrip with just the two of us. Thanks Paul and Michelle, much love from Ohio

[@BitterDemo]

I have a Distant Cousin by the name Christopher (Chris Duncan) I have not seen or heard of them in over 65 years, but just wondered what part of the country you are from.

[@davidgephart7886]

@@BitterDemo says much love from Ohio

[@chrisduncan199]

@@BitterDemo East coast, Originally from Virginia but presently in Ohio

[@TimothyHigdonHiggs]

You guys are awesome, that was a blast, felt like I was there with you, keep us posted 🤩👍

[@48William]

Nice trip the 67 Firebird wow. My wife and my first car was a 67 Firebird. Glad you all found one in such great shape.