April Rose bought this Buick "Grand Camino" custom. The weirdest dream car ever?

[@aprilsgarage]

What do you think we should do under the hood? Leave it alone? Cheap Turbo on the 305?? LS swap??? Steal the engine out of Tyler's Grand National?????

[@mitchellgildea254]

We'll take the high road and say you're permanently borrowing the engine from Tyler's Grand National

[@josephkelly4893]

Dude, that Ute is so cool!!! Well done April

[@edaw0]

Possible crossover with Tony at Stay Tuned? Love doing cheap turbo kits over there.

[@yano.moraes1492]

Cheap turbo on the 305

[@LouisWritingSomethingCrazy]

Turbo it, or put a super charger on it if you can. I'd lean more towards the super charger cause the Grand National has the turbo, and this would differentiate it from the GNX in one more small way.

[@brianbatchelor152]

Her joy is infectious…. I love it

[@Bralo20]

2nd that, was feeling crappy but this had me smiling in a heartbeat. Tyler is a very very lucky man to have found her 🙂

[@kuebby]

Right? I can't remember the last time I saw someone so honestly joyful about a car they bought on YT. Such a beautiful moment.

[@ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic]

She is overly joyful in my opinion, and it honestly gets on my nerves! Especially since she likes to rub it in!

[@blueberrycobbler]

@@ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic Over doing it to the point it reeks of an act. Which it is for KZbin views.

[@ZevMeth_originaljewishmusic]

@@blueberrycobbler I can understand that, but to me it makes it seem more fake. I also personally think it detracts from the video. Just a personal opinion though!

[@ShoelessJP]

April's enthusiasm is contagious to the point where i look forward to the April's Garage Saturday videos. Love y'all, Tyler and April.

[@Zzus321]

April out Hoovied Hoovie 🏁🏁🏁

[@colinschmitz8297]

She did what Hoovie used to do before he became so heavy poster cars.

[@amazingjason455]

Hoovie has never been as excited about a purchase.

[@SUPERJKJEEP]

Happy Lady !

[@Zzus321]

@@SUPERJKJEEP Hoovie needs to put a RING on her finger!

[@vipecrx]

@@Zzus321 You're saying that in a video where she mentions him putting a ring on it...

[@NikkiChristman-y1l]

April, my name is Nikki and I’m the previous owners daughter. Thank you sooooo much for the love and appreciation you have for my Dad’s ride you had me in tears. So just for a little fyi my dad was a mechanic in the airforce and a very brilliant self taught man when came to all his knowledge on working with cars, so let Jake know that this Frankenstein mobile was one man’s imagination come to fruition. I guess it does take a woman to really appreciate a work of art. I’m so happy for you and I’m following ya’ll now so please enjoy and post your adventures. And count your lucky stars because I just learned that the car sold or else I was going to go claim it myself. Take care, be well and god bless.

[@NikkiChristman-y1l]

Oops I meant Tyler hahaha. And yes steal that engine when he’s not looking. Your car next to his dusty mobile was funny. If ya’ll race you’ll be left in the dust but will still look good driving it.

[@LouisWritingSomethingCrazy]

I'm exactly 9 seconds into this video and I already want it. This is like an early 90s TV action hero car. I love it.

[@BlackjackK7X]

I want it too... the car is nice too I guess.

[@Enigma8750]

IKR ???

[@JoshJones-37334]

Camino Grande. It’s interesting.

[@EmDub215]

Yea man. It’s like a mullet. But in a totally awesome way.

[@steffwo]

It's funny and entertaining to see April so enthusiastic and happy. Please, don't be too critical with her and her choice. Just enjoy the fact, that she has the same hobby. That's worth a lot.

[@suginami0]

April one-upped Hoovie. She’s a keeper. Quick, marry this woman.

[@t20594]

October, if the house is done. Next summer if the grass needs to grow. Be Daddy Doug’s first trip to Kansas.

[@anthonybutterbaugh4252]

Only with a prenup bro 🙌🏼😂

[@oonwing]

TRUE THAT!!!

[@anthonybutterbaugh4252]

@@cindylou639 it’s good for both sides if they have money and assets. Nice approach though 🤣

[@dzikijohnny]

@@anthonybutterbaugh4252yes April needs to have one drawn up

[@andydufresne8034]

April gives me hope to not give up on finding a beautiful girl with a healthy down to earth personality who's into cars and Star Trek. They're out there.

[@coreygrant5974]

Keep hope alive my friend! I found my version in 2020. Former model, never married, no kids, and she's their original owner of a Pontiac Trans-Am WS6 parked in the garage right now.

[@hotsedan]

I feel we need to clone her, several times over would be pretty handy 😍🤣

[@thunderbolt5354]

@@coreygrant5974 She told me You have a very small Pecker !

[@thunderbolt5354]

Fuhggerboutit !

[@charlesdalton985]

April - you did well. Incredible build and when the tail gate dropped, so did my jaw - well done! For an engine - consider building out a 3.8 GNX spec engine, and leave the badging. ~ Chuck P.S. Love April's Garage on Saturdays, please keep this up.

[@RonV682]

Hoovie , the grand Camino may not be your cup of tea but you need to be happy because she is happy ! I have watched this channel since it started and I have never seen April over the moon happy like that before ! Enjoy it with her ! These moments in life don’t come along to often , celebrate with her !

[@savedin87ify]

April you did awesome. Love that ride.

[@glockadelic4110]

Leave it the way it is if you are happy with it. As far as the badging goes have someone make you some GN Camino or GC X badges and decals. Cheap fix and then you won't be faking anything. Already love the sticker on the dash that says 1 of 1. The previous owner obviously loved it and did an amazing job. As someone who takes great pleasure in working on and fixing up my old cars I realize the effort and thought that went into this ride. Thanks Hoovie and April for all the videos and April your excitement is contagious. Glad you two found each other. BTW I think it is as awesome as April does. Can't wait to see what the Wizard thinks of it.

[@nelsonjoaquim5918]

You're a lucky guy Tyler. You seemed to have found your soulmate. Just enjoy it and make her happy. I'm pretty sure it doesn't get much better than this. God bless you both! Cheers

[@Cloxxki]

How do you make a woman happy? Choice of dry parking places and drop-in privileges at the local garage. On, that's only this woman...

[@CLCIII]

SO HAPPY FOR HER! I think April knocked it out of the park with this purchase. Body is straight, paint is great, and the tailgate treatment is exceptional in execution! Do a 100% GNX treatment with correct interior and motor! Love her excitement about it. Gotta get her another black 1967 and restage the pic of her with it! As Always, May God Bless you and yours! 😇

[@Elsteveo2779]

I love her energy. Looking forward to many more videos of you two and your wacky purchases.

[@Quiquetenax]

Many Happy Returns. Who’d have thought the house project wouldn’t be on brand…over budget. I bet it’ll be worth a mint before you know it. Enjoy the beautiful place you’ve built!

[@sellickusa]

April is the perfect woman in every way, Tyler lucked out!

[@MX-CO]

He upgraded from an old mini van to a super car

[@MX-CO]

​@@rduallyShe is beautiful ,funny, and has the body 😍 what more do you need to know??

[@srb2834]

He def took a long route through the jungles of Saigon to get to this point 😂

[@franciscodanconia4324]

Not only does she love and appreciate cars. She loves and appreciates quirky cars.

[@cfm1tim112]

Happy wife happy life 🎉😊

[@billyduffany3387]

Whoever built it, did a great job. April, who cares if it's fast, it's a cool one of a kind car. Drive it and enjoy it till you decide what you want to do with it.

[@backtoobasics]

This is a brilliant purchase. Hoovie just been out done.

[@TheBonsaiZone]

This is a car to be loved, one of a kind and hints of her favorite car!! Great choice April!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@VincentVader]

April is the coolest chick on the planet.

[@Cloxxki]

She turns all others into bland stereotypes. Where do we find such lively individual women still?

[@michaelhughes3302]

​@@CloxxkiIn my best Larry David voice.... Is she though?

[@xploration1437]

She’s a gold digger.

[@Metal0sopher]

To be perfectly honest. I hate that car. But seeing how happy it makes her to have it, I would have bought it for her.

[@jacobyo99]

@@xploration1437if she was a gold digger, she probably would find someone who actually has money 😂

[@henrysboy2]

April should do whatever makes her happy. So much fun to watch. Great video. Thx.

[@Cmcdaniel4879]

I love her energy. She is so full of energy. Hoovie this one is a real woman here. Keep her.

[@garys9694]

For ever and ever!

[@pmNCC-1701]

April is so cute... Love her giggles... Nicely done, April... =)

[@Cherokeelion]

You gotta love Aprils enthusiasm! This is a fantastic mishmash of a car haha

[@OatesSteve]

She’s just flat out wonderful !

[@johnmarino4085]

Love how excited April gets over this beautiful car !

[@helluvatime4562]

This whole video had my smiling the whole time. April is a 1 of 1 she acts like a little girl on Christmas morning 🤣a true car girl. I know you went through some trying times Tyler, but I think God has bless you with this one.

[@scottcarver5622]

She's so cute! She's so happy!

[@samlyda7558]

Finally we get to see April so Full of energy!

[@vermontguy7692]

Saw and photographed this same car at a Hemmings Motor News Cruise night on 8/9/12. Even has the same Connecticut tags on it! It has held up very well for all these years. Congrats, April!

[@Cloxxki]

Send her the pics if you still have them! Ask her to introduce me to some of her car girlfriends :-D

[@100PercentJake]

The Grandest National

[@tass2001]

I really appreciated the Joe Dirt clip at the beginning of the video. Bravo, Jake.

[@tedsmart5539]

love the car April. and well bought since it makes you damn happy

[@JohnHenry-k2f]

I'm jealous. It's the right blend of cool and goofy. Happy for you!

[@Dalt634]

This was an awesome video!!! You guys are a great pair!!! Enjoy your Grand Camino April!!!

[@jeremiahgaskins9127]

This is a genuinely a cool amd proper build... Call it OEM + ... another oem

[@andrewdowling]

April! Congratulations! Such a special day. Nothing like driving your dream car. SO Happy for you.

[@2SlayZGTE]

Congrats on your GNXCamino! It’s a joy to see how happy you are with it, April. I loved the GNs, GNXs, Syclones, and Typhoons when I was a kid. I’d go nuts every time I saw one. Getting to ride in them was the best day ever for me back then and those memories are still cherished even now.

[@2SlayZGTE]

BTW, put a GNX engine in it. Actually put all the GNX mechanical components in and swap in the interior too. It’d look really cool to drop in a bed liner with the GN logo & color scheme in the bed to complete this awesome build

[@mikemoxley9477]

This is the BEST video EVER ! Congratulations April for a perfect purchase. Have fun

[@bennyboogenheimer4553]

April found the Reese's Peanut Butter Cup of cars. April is the Greatest ❤️❤️❤️

[@Far2hip]

Oh crap!! I’ve seen this car here in Connecticut before!! That’s crazy, lol!! I was driving on RT84 and thought “WTF is THAT?? It ain’t no GNX but is incredibly cool looking!!” The guy driving must have either thought I was nuts slowing down and going around him on the other side, or, he was saying to himself, “Here we go again” because any car enthusiast would think it was a very nice car, but what exactly IS that thing??? It’s very cool to see that April has it and loves it COMPLETELY!!! 👍🏻😎👍🏻

[@jazzjokesjalopies]

Regal wife, regal life.

[@Chris_Troxler]

😂😂

[@Chris_Troxler]

😂😂

[@gerry-p9x]

A T type. Should have. Sunroofs

[@balljar7546]

Awesome car April! Don't let Tyler bring you down! It is so fun to see you so happy about a car. April is a lot like that car, one of a kind and damn good looking.

[@ArcofZen]

It was surely cosmic destiny that Tyler ended up with a car nut like April! You guys have such chemistry its lovely to see.

[@jeffreyosworth5192]

Love this.. Love this build. So cool that April ended up with it. Remember when it first hit BringATrailer. What I think is more impressive than the tailgate is that the builder kept the rear quarter profile. The funny thing is there are quite a few ElCamino mashups because that generation of GM mid-size made it so many parts were interchangeable. But this builder took it to the next level by not using the ElCamino rear glass, back panel, roof, and door glass. Instead he grafted the whole roof of the Regal, but then shortened the rear space correctly by inserting the bed just like the ElCamino, and crafted the rear parcel shelf so it all looks like it was produced by a factory. Impressive to say the least, can't wait to see the wizard's take. On drive train, I would do the 3.8Turbo swap. For badging, loose the GNX stuff. Now, if you swap in Grand National seats and console, make it a Grand National... or leave the bench and give it some T-Type badging (Remember the T-type at this point was basically a GN with chrome and bench seat).

[@johnceragioli9671]

It’s glorious April!

[@markbender5833]

Just absolutely love April’s excitement. So happy for her. Any mods depend on pricing but gnx engine and steering wheel would be mean. Congrats!!

[@keithbrookshire]

Come on Tyler, it won't kill you to share April's enthusiasm.

[@jamesspringer-rj3iq]

April, you have done well. I love it! You have a one of one car, and the tailgate puts it over the top. Having said that, loose the 305 and put in a 3.8 turbo ( one out of an actual GNX would be preferred). And I say swap the interior from a Grand National.

[@MegaHomie4life]

Just look at how excited April is ❤❤❤

[@travisparcsi4267]

Love the new purchase. It looks like some of utes we had in Australia in the late 70 early 80s, particularly from Holden.

[@uwepfitzner9682]

Fits Perfect for April

[@KlipschHead281]

Well done April Rose!!!! It's AWESOME and so well done, now it needs the GN drivetrain and interior in it, you can do eeeeeeet!! Congrats on the awesome hooptie!

[@gpr8695]

It is great seeing April so happy ! Congratulations April !

[@jdkez]

OMG! As beautiful and as unique as April. Love it!!!

[@mustsilm]

She has better taste in cars than Hoovie

[@BoothsEurotrash]

My neighbor has a GNX with an LS9, with a massive turbo slapped on it. Very cool car!

[@markbigbadbear]

Gotta love the positive energy and genuine enthusiasm she brings to these videos. I kinda missed that you proposed to her, Tyler. congrats :) Hope this time 'round you two found your forever people. And here's hoping your kids and April like each other too.

[@virgiltracey9130]

Yeah,I missed that too. When did that happen?

[@hotshoe1958]

I had a Buick T type for 10 years. Love it. It’s cool. I have a grand national engine for that.

[@hotshoe1958]

I saw the guy here on YT that built that . Oh have a same GN steering wheel but red cover.

[@hotshoe1958]

Also have a 2004r trans.

[@darrenvictoriathornhill1170]

April Rose. Well done. As an Aussie that loves utes, you have seriously nailed it. I have a ‘99 falcon XR8. I feel what you are going for. Well done. 5 window coupe Ute.

[@bruceshelton1498]

A woman so full of joy.

[@legin3753]

Rare day tell the boys they might once witness it

[@rctopfueler2841]

But tylers full of man jelly who wins

[@johnmallett4983]

I absolutely love April’s enthusiasm for this car and obvious love and respect for Tyler and his knowledge.

[@gerry-p9x]

She wood have fainted over my 71. El Camino. White. Saddle factory buckets 12k miles dealer demo😊😊

[@chrisharraway1425]

Oh I LOVE your relationship! April is bonkers but in a great way! I can't wait to hear what The Car Wizard has to say about that...thing... And please say you can transplant a GSX motor into it 🙏

[@nat9909]

That is one of the most badass rides I've ever seen! It's got absolutely EVERYTHING I want and love. You could throw a blower under the hood or whatever. It's really cool. That thing will keep its value through the ages.

[@jonathanhernandez4304]

Now that WAS FUN.! Only April could make us guys think, Yeah....yeah that's a good idea to buy that GNX_EL COMINO. And it's actually cool now! It's April's personality along with the car's niche personality that equals a win! You and Hoovie do belong together. This pretty much cements the deal. I agree with Hoovie most of the time, and now you. The oddness is fun...... Ok, update now that I actually watched the video....that tailgate is cool!!!

[@Franczakae]

It’s worth a million dollars because it makes April so happy!!🥰 Keep the badging!!

[@btamas555]

Good to see, when one does not question crazyness, but is part of it.

[@malibukid71]

That is a pretty cool car and well built for a home built custom. Would have been funny if when Hoovie pulled down the air freshener the mirror came with it though. lol

[@mitchellgildea254]

Either a turbo LS or build a 3.8 turbo V6 using the best parts from the various 3.8 V6 engines

[@Miguel69Sandoval]

Just want to say I’m so happy for you Tyler, I’ve been watching you for years and you have brought me so much joy. It’s easy to tell you’re so much happier in this relationship. As a plus she just bought the Grand Camino which combines two of my dream cars into one and I’m so jealous, I’ve followed it on BaT and could never afford it but one day I hope it lands in my dream garage. I wish you two the best and hope to see some sort of pro street build on this Grand Camino because it deserves it.

[@bobschrank473]

Very, very nice - all you need is a Ford Pinto Cruising Wagon and you would have two of finest vehicles ever created.

[@InspireEV]

Build/Drive/Buy cars you love!!!!❤️ Awesome video!!❤

[@erikpace336]

"Computer, end program." I've watched waayyyy too much TNG. I was seriously watching for the Holodeck doors to appear for a nanosecond. Best line of GMYT to date.

[@peterthelin8352]

As the new owner of another maybe concept car (Harry Bradley Corvette Hatchback) and former owner of an '83 El Camino, I congratulate April for her innovative, fun choice. She's now the owner of a one-of-a-kind piece of rolling entertainment. 👏

[@Dr_Mike2]

Tyler I love the way she looks at you. That girl is smitten.

[@rctopfueler2841]

No she saw his bottom line and got a bank card printing up asap

[@sorokolu]

I remember how cruel comments were under your first video on this channel. I watch you Tyler since David was still in small shop in Holsted. I knew you won’t give up. I am happy to see how this channel is growing and how you are back in good shape. All the best to T&A Ventures 😂

[@lorieandpatrickdavies7483]

Its definitely...interesting. As the former owner of an 1986 GN, this is what I would do, if it was mine. First, the 305 would go, and be replaced by a real GN engine. The GNX stickers/badges would go in the garbage. GN badges, hmm, ok, if it had a GN engine. Replace the interior with real GN stuff (I would do leather, in the original GN color scheme). Add the rear fender flares, just because they are cool. Finish off the details (like the edges of the tail gate, which is seriously cool). And then just drive it, and be prepared for a crowd whenever you stop. April's enthusiasm is great!

[@mattmartin7065]

I agree with your mods but I'd rebadge it as a GNXT. The GN is reasonable. It definitely falls under eXperimental and it's a Truck. Also, GNXT sounds pretty badass.

[@wesinbama]

At this point, I’d go with supercharged Buick 3800 out of a newer GM car.

[@maverick_trail]

I'd avoid any GN/GNX logos or badges and instead have some custom emblems made for the Grand Camino. The only exception would be the Turbo6 logo - that makes sense on this car since the Turbo Regal had it too (assuming April goes with a 3.8 turbo).

[@stephenvasher2129]

Hoovie, you defiantly hit the lucky branch while falling down the ugly tree! Props! I love you both so much!!!

[@happilyham6769]

There's lots of Grand Nationals out there. There is only one 'Grand Camino'

[@grubb910]

@11:40 If the blower motor resistor is bad, the fan WILL work on High only, usually. High speed bypasses the resistor and full 12v is applied to the fan motor in that position.

[@petercozzaglio6070]

I really love the fact that she really has her own taste in cars. And she’s really comfortable around them.

[@christophorus991]

I love April's taste and this car! Great choice 😍

[@hotstankygarbage788]

Hoovies is truly a winner

[@nice95gle]

I have to be honest. I didn't care for April at first. But fast forward a few months and she is such a breath of fresh air. I truly can't get enough of these two.

[@josephkelly4893]

The work that has gone into that, it’s worth every cent. Maybe turbo the 305??

[@aussie2uGA]

They never lasted with the turbos. Oil coking issues were so common.

[@daniels2761]

​@aussie2uGA yeah far better to just get rid of the 305 lol

[@1Joe-dangerous]

No Way you got it! I knew it when you mentioned the surprise Friday. I remember you asking Tyler if he bought it for you? Was he playing games on you? You are a Nascar Muscle girl. Congratulations on your Hot Rod. Grand nationals are so fast stock.

[@trwsandford]

Whoa no! Don’t lose the badges. Swap the engine! Fantastic content! You will break the internet with that project!

[@louk231]

Yes, exactly !!

[@Cloxxki]

Yeah, make it earn the badges.

[@jonathanraos435]

April loves her new hooptie and you LOVE April, Tyler. Now that is ‘one sweet ride’ for you both.

[@jonthomas1111]

I am with April. I would love that truck.

[@mikemerlo4156]

April, a 4.3L V-6, with a 60mm turbo would be awesome. You could even keep the trans because a 4.3 and a 305 have the same block layout.

[@Duskwind_]

April is right. This is cool.

[@bigmikeyz0071]

Wow that’s freaking badass. Unbelievable but it needs a 3.8 turbo immediately and gn interior would be so cool. Tyler let a girl dream and build her proper dream car. And I believe if done right it’ll hold its value as the only one.

[@bennyboogenheimer4553]

This car is April ❤ It's Crazy Weird in all the Best Ways.

[@brianiswrong]

April is a clever girl Buy what you like and buy the best example you can find/ afford.❤

[@pedroequis9396]

April is so right on this car and her ideas to improve it are exactly what it needs.

[@joebear22552]

Watching April's joy made my day,congratulations.!!!!!

[@mitchellgildea254]

Also petition to call it El Nacional

[@graysenfox3600]

That is cool for sure. Fun purchase! Good choice.

[@offduty170]

She learned as his knee and now she is taking it to a whole new level - she’s ROCKS !!!