First Wash in 40 Years: Barn Find Dodge Challenger | Car Detailing Restoration

[@WDDetailing]

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[@crystalwater12]

yes!

[@carlof2771]

The resell for profit will be good hopefully

[@carlof2771]

Considering its old and just been restored means no debree when a person wants to buy it and it will look good

[@tonycomer1415]

If this is a 1/10 then yes. This is sad that anybody would let a car like this sit for that long unattended.

[@spidercan63]

Man ???? You REALLY NEED A MASK !!!!! Mouse and rat poop, rust you name it

[@JoezGarage]

It was seriously an honor working with you guys! Seeing my family’s car on your page is seriously to cool! the guys here at WD are so genuine and good at what they do! Thanks for everything guys!

[@WDDetailing]

Thanks for letting us do this car Joe!

[@GRIM.2002]

I thought you said horror I was like awwww man that’s fucked lol

[@JoezGarage]

@@GRIM.2002 lol not with these guys. They are top notch. Super friendly, fun to be around and really down to earth. And there work speaks for itself!!

[@jonaslouria5349]

You have a beautiful car! Hoping to see it restored and well!

[@coreyrowe2052]

Dylan McCool did a resto on a challenger about 3 years ago. Check out his channel for the Challenger rebuild. It's a lot of work but very rewarding... especially for a 1 in 10 manufactured car.

[@michaeltutty1540]

That is definitely a car worth saving. They built 10 with the 318 and 3 speed floor shift. 50 years later, this may be the last one extant. It could well have been the only one in that colour with brown interior and white vinyl top. Parts are pretty easy to get, so that does make it easier. The 318 2bbl was the standard V8. It was a 2 up engine option, as both the 194 and 225 slant 6 engines were also available. Keep in mind that in 1971, power steering was an option. There were 3 different steering ratios available. The standard manual steering box had the slowest ratio. Power steering came with a faster ratio. Oddly, there was a third, even faster ratio that did not come with power steering. There were 3 brake systems available. Standard was unassisted 4 wheel drum set up. One up was front disc brakes, also unassisted. Front disc brakes with power assist were the top option. In determining value, the presence or absence of optional equipment can make a big difference. I hope the original 318 can be saved. Numbers matching does increase value The painted to match gas cap was standard, even on our very base 72 Dodge Dart. The chrome gas cap was an option. On the 71, the steel wheels came one of two ways. Cars ordered with hubcaps had wheels painted body colour. Cars ordered with full wheel covers came with black wheels. This could be a fun car with the work done. It would be less complicated that you might suppose, since the sheet metal is available and all the hard to find parts seem to be there.

[@JDLR956]

@michaeltutty1540 very informative post I have a very rusty 1970 challenger with the original 318 3 speed floor shift manual in B5 blue with a painted white hard top. Where could I find information about how many were produced with those options? Any information is greatly appreciated.

[@larrywheeler-no4iv]

Someone should teach you guys how to wash a car from the top down, not the bottom up. You need to work smarter not harder or is it grandstanding for the camera?

[@Toyota--Camry]

Honestly, even without any floors, that thing is worth saving! It’s rare to find an unrestored Challenger nowadays

[@richardcline1337]

They actually make replacement floor and trunk panels so this car could realistically be restored and put back on the road.

[@lisam4503]

I wish they had shown underneath at the sub frames. Any more you can even buy them if rusted out. I honestly don't think these kids understood the true value of that car. just in parts values you could probably buy a lot of Chevy V-8's with it! Lol Mopar or no car. @@richardcline1337

[@fistfirst7355]

You can put a new floor and there is people who rust restore and put metal on it

[@michaelcaron7659]

Absolutely there’s this Mopar garage in Oregon that specializes in cars like this they would Love to get their hands on this and totally restore it guaranteed 👍

[@BPK5]

Just got a black 71 challenger 440 six pack RT about a month ago that sat in a guys falling down garage for 35 years! Pretty rusty underneath but the body is in great shape

[@gunjunky187]

I would absolutely love to see the car go to someone with the means to restore it. What a beauty.

Looks great in that colour too.

[@jonaslouria5349]

RESTORE IT FOR SURE, beautiful piece of American history

[@JohnH20111]

i agree, and there are companies that make full replacement floor pans for that Challenger , as we as replacement bumpers

[@jonaslouria5349]

@@JohnH20111 absolutely! And even if the motor is seized, I say make that thing like dom does in fast and furious and have an absolute monster it really deserves to be brought back to life such a classic

[@GomiThePaladin]

Agreed, but if they did. They'd be best off with stripping the car and acid dipping the whole thing. Make sure none of that rust comes back

[@ronaldunderwood4353]

Yes,restore it

[@jonaslouria5349]

@@GomiThePaladin absolutely, I agree 100%, gotta make sure nothing comes back, maybe dry ice the undercarriage after acid dipping it

[@carcrusher4x4]

That's a great car to restore! Your lucky to find a Challenger in that condition. It's going to need a lot of metal work obviously. But for a nearly complete/original car, it's worth restoring (not for a profit). I'd keep the stock original appearance and build a nice small block to make it fun to drive. But big block sleeper would be a lot of fun

[@CravonMoorehead]

By the time youre done restoring it, theres gonna be nothing original on it lol

[@ronnietalarchyk-kh3pq]

Yes the car is worth restoring!I like the original color on it.Keep rocking it guys!

[@Lauterec]

Definitely worth saving. They make absolutely everything aftermarket for these collectible Mopars. Someone can throw a new floor pan and a new drivetrain in and maybe this could be a challenger that the average mechanic joe could build as long as he knew how to weld.

[@davidt3563]

The reaction to the final result was awesome! That's gotta make you guys feel good!!

[@paulschedler]

I used to do the work you guys are doing, but at 66 yrs old, it is now for the young people who love bringing beauty back to our cars! I dig you guys and keep up the great work!

[@jralph5724]

It is definitely worth restoring. There are a few people out there who restore Mopars. Dylan McCool would be someone to look up, and there is Mark Worman, who owns a shop in Oregan and also has a show called Graveyard Cars.

[@DanimalZ32]

Haven’t seen that show on tv in a couple years. Do they still make new episodes?

[@oif3vetk9]

Almost guarantee Worman wouldn't touch it. It's not a high end collectible Mopar.

[@JoshuaMatos-f3w]

You guys poured your heart and souls into these rides so go for it and bring them back to life. We had a 1988 chevy Corsica that survived til 120,000 miles and a 1994 oldsmobile achieva with the same mileage. Those cars have been good to us thru the years but our mechanic told us its their time to go to car heaven. Like Paul Walker (RIP) says WE WANT OUR CARS TO REMAIN BALANCED CAUSE EVERYTHING IS SO DELICATE

[@ScrappersDetailing]

Another awesome find! Congrats on 700k. You guys are really rocking it.

[@garyfeltus9801]

That car is absolutely worth restoring. The motor may not Evan be stuck who knows . You won't have a problem selling it. Great video.

[@adamcran9859]

Awesome job guys I would love to see that car done up

[@LoneStarMillennial]

Nowhere near being a parts car, this car is in GOOD shape!!!! Also Coronet Super Bee for me.

[@nearly-blindbrian8372]

I really hope someone restores this beautiful car..

[@FrankF94J]

Its rare and worth restoring. Thank you guys for these vids!

[@benscott1872]

That is definitely 119K miles, at least. No way that is 19K miles.

[@JoezGarage]

It’s 19k we’re sure !

[@davidglunt7267]

Inherited an '83 Olds in '89 with 8800 original miles. Elderly relatives never drove it except to grocery store, bank, and shopping. Oh, it once went to PA and back for 302 miles.

[@keeganbay3490]

Definitely not a 19,000 mile car😂😂😂😂 99% the owners memory is a little bit off on how long it sat and how many miles it really has 😂

[@wilcothefox]

The chairs are as good as new and that is a good indication of the real amount of miles

[@clutchpack1969]

The condition its in doesnt matter how many miles, could be 19mi its going to need a FULL resto.

[@DomiKoufos]

you should colab with Vice Grip Garage for the mechanical on the abandon classics.. otherwise love your channel! keep up the awesome videos...

[@giomanero2021]

Great video as always guys. If it is a 1 of 10 car, it needs to be restored to it's former glory. I'm sure Mark at GYC would be able to help with identification and point you in the right direction. Never was a fan of Mopar, I'm a confirmed Mustang guy. Keep it up, love the channel, and look forward to your next one.

[@lauracebula3222]

Mark is Mopar crazy smart, especially the way he just rattles off the OE.

[@lsu1992]

Is that a deputy? I didn't think the quarter windows rolled down in the deputy...

[@jcstrothers833]

Definitely worth restoring! My favorite american muscle car is 1970 Chevelle SS 454 !

[@donpalke4519]

MINE ALSO WAS THE 1970 CHEVELLE LS6 454. I LEARNED HOW TO DRIVE ON A PLAIN 1970 CHEVELLE COUPE NO POWER STEERING AND A 250 STRAIT SIX.

[@ALI.F_7798]

This car needs a major rebuild. I wish a video would be made about the fate of this car if it was recovered

[@tomhensel941]

I love what you guys do, taking these old forgotten cars and helping bring them back to their former glory. Truly awesome

[@imsohygh]

if you guys partnered with another channel that actually fixed the mechanical parts, doing a 2-part venture, you'd probably land on the moon!

[@kingkrimson8771]

VGG + WD Detailing = Epic

[@GeoBBB123]

Excellent idea.

[@bikingD]

Love the butterscotch colour. So nice.

[@federicohuertad3484]

Realmente merece la pena salvar una chatarra como esa y no entiendo cómo hay gente que puede dejar abandonado un coche hasta ese punto dónde parece que todo está podrido

[@StevenSmith-pt8rz]

It’s called stupidity.

[@ThanhTúPhan-h3i]

Wow, watching this video feels like witnessing magic! The car coming back to life from a pile of junk looks amazing!

[@giorgioklock587]

Definetly worth restoring, if you have the money and the love for a full rest-mod (at this condition, i doubt it could be done a full restoration as original), but would be so much fun to see it back in the roads... ;) andd the full rest video too... :D

[@jumpinjojo]

*Definitely

[@giorgioklock587]

Grammar police / troll much? Im fluent in 4 languages and know a thing or two about 2 more... and I dont go correcting people about grammar... thats what idiots do (which makes many people stop to try new languages).@@jumpinjojo

[@jumpinjojo]

@@giorgioklock587 So teachers and college professors who correct their students grammar and spelling are idiots. Got it.

[@k1Stung]

@@jumpinjojo he isnt your student...get over yourself

[@jumpinjojo]

@@k1Stung *Isn’t. What school did you fail out of? Lol!

[@MichaelLowery-x3o]

Def worth restoring look at the paint come to life absolutely amazing

[@KBaileyInIraq]

Perfect project for Graveyard Carz.

[@bethmiller5347]

I had a '72 Challenger and I loved that car. I think it's worth restoring if that's what you're in to.

[@keithbalke6352]

Man you guys put a new meaning of “clean” impressive. Amazing how some things lasted…and most didn’t

[@okiegrad2007]

Great transformation, as always. Love how much care and pride you take in the restorations. That type of work ethic will push your business to the top! Dude, let’s have some shots of RJ in his socks 😍🧦😍🧦😍🧦

[@acardiac5983]

It’s totally restorable! AMD sells new floor pans.

[@kevinelia7123]

If miles are correct. Hard to believe all the parts removed and the car failed at such low miles. I’d like to see the full history involved. Who parked it there and why. Great videos guys.

[@Frank-hw9kk]

Looks to me like somebody was going to paint it

[@craigcontofalsky4387]

That's what happens when you store your car over a dirt and gravel floor. My 71 Demon 340 has 14,400 original miles, and it's still like new, but it's always been garaged and driven a few hundred miles every year. Not a bit of rust. None! I've owned many Mopar muscle cars since 1971 and with the exception of my brother's 70 Dart Swinger they've all held up well. His car was driven every winter in Northern Ohio and the frame rusted out in 8 years around the torsion bar anchor. I owned 2 Demons 1971, 2 Chargers 1971, 1972, 73 Valiant and none were that rusty even with 120,000 plus miles. Maybe this Challenger has 127,000 miles on it?

[@deanwebb4291]

No way that is an original 19,000 miles the wear on the carpet on the driver's side shows a lot of wear.

[@grantcoles8830]

It's been turned over at 100000 Miles

[@vdavis4785]

@@grantcoles8830 I dunno. I would think the driver's seat would be a lot more worn if the odo had gone around.

[@panderzextreme2210]

For their answer for whether or not it's worth saving, it is possible, as long as the chassis is structurally sound and the body is in a good enough condition. Repairing rust holes on these muscles cars is pretty easy as there's not that many curvatures in these cars + panel removal and repairing is quite simple + I think they still make replacement panels and floor pans for these cars.

[@paulreints2279]

AMD makes every part for these cars, but the labor involved is anything but easy. For perspective, a set of new reproduction full quarter panels for a Challenger will cost thousands of dollars. It's harder than it looks.

[@der_kluger_gunther8391]

man after seeing the floors i'm not sure if it will be worth restoring it, like it's rare and such a cool car but it's pretty far gone tho. i hope the owner could do it or sold it to someone who will preserve it. congrats to the 700k, you all deserve them!

[@250ICON]

The entire floor gets replaced for about $400.

[@der_kluger_gunther8391]

@250ICON oh i had no idea, so it can be done with a cheap price after all. Good to know that!

[@jonthebuildingmanager2896]

There’s hardly a restored classic out there that started with a good floor lol

[@michaell.8938]

Lovely Harvest Gold paint job from the 70's. Very popular color for home major appliances too. My sister had a 74 Challenger. It rusted out too. Big time.

[@Blgrsslvr]

There is absolutely no way this car has 19 thousand original miles on it!!This is just my opinion.I couldn't justify watching the whole thing.Sorry,but I do watch your videos and subscribe.

[@marvindaugherty5989]

White 78 Trans Am with a blue Firebird and white honey comb wheels is my jam. Also Daytona Super Bird.

[@garygerbino3171]

Likely 119,000 miles. Older cars did not have the extra digit for 100K+ miles

[@danvetor1365]

With all the damage and rust, I also was thinking the same. The vinyl top may push it over the top for being unrestorable.

[@vernrosquites5998]

A very nice restoration, it takes sometime for completion, doing it Gradually makes it a perfect restoration. I used to do it before, on your age, ( early 60s now)as a hobby, I was fired up in doing car projects. Keep it up guys. Couldn’t wait at the outcome.😊

[@YKXZWX]

There should be jail for anyone who lets such a beautiful car rot.

[@chriscraft4236]

My vote ,Yes worth restoring 👍🏼👍🏼. I really dig the three speed manual on the floor 😎😎

[@robertgorman5622]

I don't know the story of why it was left to rot away.... Breaks my heart to see such a low mileage car in this condition

[@giomanero2021]

Hey guys, I received my Death Trap t yesterday and it is amazing. Very good fit and it looks great. Thanks for this one!

[@ryanw9940]

Jesus Christ loves you ❤

[@mikemcguffin6528]

Amen

[@ryanlong4896]

No diddy?

[@borishorv]

Amen

[@ii_s]

Nobody asked

[@TheAdventurer1]

What the F does your comment have to do with this video ? Keep your Fing religion to yourself !

[@jeffreebailey4464]

1970 Challenger 440 sixpack Best muscle car ever.😊

[@timmaggard8862]

Great video my man!!! What a Death Trap!! Beautiful though. Love the seats Thanks for sharing!

[@petehorrorwood]

You guys are wizards at detailing. My heart broke seeing that rotted floor though. Keep killing it!

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

i had a 318 fireball v8 headders and 4bbl with good distributor = very powerful engine in my 1965 ap6 safari wagon regal model .

[@richwalter3132]

Nice car definitely worth restoring, can easily get body panels and patch panels an interior parts for this car.

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

Very cool!!!!! 👍👍

[@jaytetzloff2827]

Definitely restore! Way too nice to part out, especially a 71 Challenger with a manual transmission

[@chriswehausen609]

Like what you guys are doing. 1964 impala ss is my dream car . Last car my father ever built. Right now I'm in the works of cloning his last car in rememberence. He showed me around so many classics but the 64 impala hard top ss was a jewel in my eyes when I was 7. Cragar ss rims are a must. Big body and still fast.

[@JonnyHolms]

You guys knock it out of the park everytime, amazing job...

[@johnrogers2826]

oh yes, save it. my brother had an almost identical one (automatic) in the mid eighties. what an awesome car.

[@Laura_6262]

The right person who has the skill and 💰 could really have a gem in this car. It’s also worth a lot in parts.

[@erichinkle8522]

Graveyard Cars .. absolutely worth saving. This is in better shape than 80% of the cars those guys save.

[@avastomb]

that’s nice of you guys 😮

[@RT10Viperman]

I had a 71 Challenger 440 auto, track pak car and drove it for years then I took the motor out and did the whole race car thing. Cage, High compression got it to run 10:20 at 140mph in the 1/4. Ended up selling it to a friend of mine who drag raced it for years with a B1 motor then he put it all back stock and he still has it...!!

[@HomeGrownKicks]

As gone as the driver floor pan is, it's rarity alone makes it worth the restoration, as those are easily sourced. The hardest part (trim pieces) seems to be all there. A fool would make this a donor car.

[@jayminer9416]

Shes not too far gone, definitely worth some SERIOUS tlc.

[@donaldgreen9292]

looks like a simple project car. muscle car era is my favorite. Tough to choose a favorite, probably a flip between 67 chevy 2 or 68 Dodge Dart GTSR

[@billdursa4976]

Wow that car is so bad for it having low mileage. More like 119,000 miles because those old speedos didn't have a 6th digit. P.S. those wheel covers in the trunk are for a 66 Pontiac LeMans or Tempest or GTO.

[@rosewd2]

Yes i doubt thats a real 19k mile car, the engine compartment and the interior would never look like that. And supposedly it was in a garage all that time ?

[@puropapas]

Definitely worth saving, new floors paint carpet, motor, drive train, fat Mopar rally wheels, vinyl roof redone, bumpers and such, valuable car!

[@gabriellewright6633]

Cleaning and restoring cars is satisfying.

[@rdh2059]

Favorite muscle car of all time is the Pontiac GTO 2nd Gen (1968 - 1972). These cars had great sleek styling while being very light (for the time), giving them great potential in power to weight... The Pontiac Royal Bobcat was the pinnacle with a 390-horsepower 428 cu in V8. That car is worth saving. Aftermarket sheetmetal for the floors and trunk area are available. Unless someone is doing a "revival", just getting that car to run for a few hundred miles, they'll rebuild/replace that motor and possibly the transmission. A lot of Mopar folks love rebuilding those engines and they end up in better than original condition. Yeah, that's worth saving...

[@Juan-ll6sf]

I have seen 1950's barn finds in better shape. Only for Dodge Chrysler lovers this can be a treasure restoring job.Thanks.

[@kevinallen8162]

Given its overall condition, that Challenger is definitely worth saving. New floor panels aren't that involved, and as long as the Unibody/Frame is sound, it should make for a good driver level or better restoration. I may be biased, but I have always favored the MOPAR performance cars. My all-time favorite, and I will admit to being biased as I owned one for more than 35 years, is the 1965 Dodge Coronet 500 Convertible -- mine had the 383 Cubic Inch High Output V8 with the Torqueflyte automatic transmission -- it was Mediterranean Blue with white interior and white convertible top.

[@peterpayer9677]

Super Video Thank you 🥰😍😚👍👌🤟

[@johnmiller9693]

I would restore it. Not that many Challengers around with the butterscotch and white vinyl top color combo.

[@Brock_Landers]

I have SO many dream muscle cars, but my mom had a 1969 Roadrunner 426 Hemi with the A-833 4 speed manual, my dad had a 1957 Chevy 210 Post with a 327 4 speed manual, my mom also had a 1970 Mach 1 Mustang with the 351C and a 4 speed manual, and while I have MANY favorites, mine would be either a 69 Olds 442 with a big block manual trans, or a 1970 GTO Judge big block manual trans. I have always been a sucker for a stick car.

[@francoisbouchard602]

Good.job cool car 👍👍👏👏👏😄😍

[@Pentecostal_Reseller]

Amazing Job! His reaction was great!

[@76vetten]

That Challenger is my fav car from the 70’s. Timeless body style. Great car. Deserves to be restored. Never mind. Parts car.

[@jameslomaxeo2518]

I think, this car is definitely worth restoring. It may look hopeless to some but if, it is 1 of 10 made 👍👍👍

[@benstone5038]

Being from the UK and born in the 80s I never saw American muscle cars, but I absolutely love the late 60s early 70s style, my all time favourite and lottery win car is a 69 Dodge Charger, the ultimate for me 😊

[@brentbeardall5301]

Hi guys I like your videos one thing you need to take into consideration is on older cars when you pull the seats out of the cars you need to look for what is called a build sheet usually it's under the back seat inside the springs or front seats inside the springs as well and it is multicolored it will be yellow green Blueish it will say exactly what the car came with and what it was ordered with what special options that makes the car worth a lot more money to have a build sheet. if it's a special model car sometimes people will order and delete items from the car to make it special for them so that needs to stay with the cars So just a heads up make sure to check for it .Don't know if you already know that but if not just wanted to give you a heads up. Papers under the back seats is not always trash 👍. keep up the great work

[@GarysGeeks]

late 60's and early 70's very popular especially the 70 Challenger. The 318 is the standard base engine. Some came with big blocks including the 440 & 426 Hemi. Graveyard cars rebuilds them for about 100k plus and that's what it would be worth after a full restore at best. Most all parts are available to rebuild, I hear.

[@hippydippy]

That car is worthy of a restoration. If the frame's solid, even more so. Very cool. Oh yea... Favorite Muscle Car ~ 1970 Hemi-Cuda.

[@westernwanderer8397]

If this Challenger is one of 10, then this thing needs to be restored! It doesn't seem too far gone. Send it to Graveyard Carz! I've seen them do wonders with a hell of a lot less! Collab???

[@patcastaldo3989]

these are great videos , this is my 4th video I am watching , you guys do alot for these old cars .

[@DerekLaw-qv9hd]

You Guys DO An Awesome Job on These Cars

[@yahiaflifel6045]

Bravo les pro😂❤🇩🇿

[@xandreprymak3137]

Literally detailing my dream car. This car is definitely worth restoring I’d restore it. I’ve always wanted a 1971 challenger R/T with a 426 hemi

[@Wesley_C]

Very great work cleaning as always, This Challenger is a muscle car history, a legendary.

[@NathanialParker]

Mark Worman and his Ghouls would have a heyday with this beautiful Mopar!!

[@boblowe5699]

Definitely worth a complete restoration. It’s a little rough but considering its age it’s not that bad

[@scotttitus7479]

Awesome video awesome car very rare hope you restore it to original you just can't find them like that any more it needs to be saved and done right your lucky

[@BelloBelvedere]

You guys are masters,look how nice it turns out, ...

[@thebmxripper8330]

Mark from Graveyard Cars needs to see this!!

[@hakeador4000]

that milwaukee buffer is really something else 😍

[@karencampbell3943]

Love that voice though a mask! Good on you guys for wearing face and mouth protection.

[@RM-ok8op]

Yes! Is a Gem…very rare! I personally would like to see the Spanish guys from Alcalá technology do their magic on it.

[@masonhook8803]

To answer your question, I would say it’s definitely worth restoring. There’s basically 3 options. 1. Complete rotisserie job if your buddy wants it to be a garage queen because of sentimental reasons. 2. Leaving it as it is for the right collector (if it really is a 1 of 10 for 1971). 3. Welding in new floor/trunk panels, bondo and paint the outer panels, slap on aftermarket inner door panels and drop a fresh 350 or something else reliable in it and drive the hell out of it. If you have the right connections or can work on your own stuff, you could probably do the last option for 12-15k. That’s probably what I would do if I inherited it. The MOPAR guys are losing their minds reading this and hearing you say LS swap it, but that’d be the cheapest way to getting it to be reliable and have plenty of power. Also could do modern dodge engines like the 3.6 or the hemi, but for a cheap rebuild the hemi is out of the questions. Thanks for listening to my rant, great vid 👍🏽

[@cringeythepooh4447]

Wooooorth saving these cars are time capsules, ever with all the necessary restoration

[@terrygraham5901]

Love the Dodge chargers