Grand National BUDGET Makeover!

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[@n.s.appleton]

I think my favorite part was when the pressure washer kept walking out of frame. 😂

[@powertripper888]

Agreed!

[@patrickancona1193]

That was nice, & very relatable

[@alanwilliamson6421]

Come on now

[@Moondog66602]

Lol woulda put it in the grass

[@capicolaspicy]

@@Moondog66602 I was hollerin' at a feller - put it on the grass Derek! But more comedic value watching it keep rolling away lol.

[@Eighty8Fitter]

Hello old fellow Minnesotan, I gotta say this channel has given my 13yo son and I a chance to pull a 75 F100 out of his great grandpa’s farm. It sat since ‘91 and we have managed to get it running by moving through the steps he watched in your videos of revivals. Please keep your revivals coming, he has learned a lot mechanically and we both laugh at your narration 👍. Also a feller finds himself reciting a lot of your quotes daily to other fellers I work with 😂

[@mattcrooke8321]

I love reading stuff like this!

[@Gal0220]

Moses’ sandals! That’s awesome. Great way to spend some good time with your boy.

[@anthonydelgiudice3245]

Love those rims

[@aamantium1]

I like the theme of "do what you can afford as long as you keep doing". I own a body shop and feel like I'm telling people they have a terminal illness every time I quote them a resto/custom paint job. But, I always encourage them to try themselves if it's their personal project, as the reward of standing back and saying, "I did that", is far greater than saying "I paid someone to do that".

[@numlockkilla]

We appreciate you and your family. America runs on VGG.

[@alanwilliamson6421]

Well I'll be dipped

[@BP-el9zr]

That's a hefty statement there feller.

[@ltlocus]

Dunkin' donuts would like to argue that

[@smitty0159]

I think Canada might too!

[@adventureswithham2223]

The universe runs on Vice Grip ❤

[@LegitStreetCars]

Looking mighty purty!

[@davisreid7265]

Yours and VGC's Grand National are like you and the guy she told you not to worry about.

[@jspaulding4106]

Every time the Bland National comes out, I think about your gorgeous car. A collab with you would be super fun.

[@dizcret]

Purdy like you F'd Peter around?

[@kewrock]

So glad he went with original looking rims. When he mentioned changing the wheels, I cringed. I should have known Derek has class.

[@j.d.8593]

@@dizcret It was the other way around 😉

[@rpmevo8]

I’m glad you were able to take a breather Derek, I honestly don’t think it was long enough and I feel I speak for a vast majority of us fellers AND fellettes on that matter. Heck, if you took a month off, we’d still be here for ya when you came back. I’m glad to see you back in action, especially on this classic gem. Thank you so much for everything you do selflessly for us VGG fans and “extended family”!!

[@zogworth]

We would be algo is not so merciful

[@sammy60164]

6:42 I love how the pressure washer keeps slowly walking away. 😂

[@royrauch9775]

Back in 1988 got my STOCK block GN to run 12.11 @113 with a ton of bolt on parts from KenneBell. It was a terror on Fountain Ave. In Brooklyn, and the most fun I ever had with a car! Eventuaöly ran a 10.33 @132 and made a few quid on the street!

[@mayaswelltryit...8327]

Wasn't having a very good evening. This turned it all around. Thanks for everything you do, Derek. Your content makes the hard times less hard timey.

[@73xlh]

Yes! Thank you

[@RC-sb2cw]

Same, got on here to find something to improve the moods and Derek beat me here by 15 minutes. Knew just what some fellers needed. You're doing God's work sir.

[@KrystalLawson-di8fq]

I agree! Derek sure can put a smile on your face even on a bad day.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Glad to hear it!

[@stevesavois2248]

​@@ViceGripGarageI have a lot of new parts I can give you where would I send them

[@DaveSquibbSr]

My favorite part of paint and body work is watching someone else do it.

[@ronaldwhite6508]

What body work.... hell he didn't sand it. ..half washed it. tape and paint ..being doing paint and body for 30+years and never in my life have I seen a car painted like that OMG. To me that is a waste of clear on a car that's worth that kind of money Car should have been stripped I love the show don't get me wrong but this is the first time I've seen him actually wasted time

[@DaveSquibbSr]

@@ronaldwhite6508 I guess it is what it is lol

[@jspaulding4106]

@@ronaldwhite6508 Also 43:10

[@wcsd9577]

@@ronaldwhite6508 agreed, and I understand this was supposed to be a demonstration of a budget fix but for pretty much the same amount of labor and materials it could have gotten a coat of black and looked a whole lot better than clearcoated rust.... from a few feet away of course.

[@RobertDickens2002]

​@ronaldwhite6508 there's always one

[@garyoneill3052]

Hello Derek just wanted to let you know it's much appreciated the time and effort that you put into your videos is just incredible! I'm across the pond in the UK but my late father owned American cars the first of was a 69 mercury cougar xr7 and the last one was a 77 Cadillac Seville please keep bringing these cars back from the dead and take us all along for the journey👍👍

[@MrKletch]

Bland not looking so bland anymore! Looks fantastic! Keep up the awesome work, this is my favorite of all time channel, not only on KZbin, on any media platform. The Grand national is my dream car. This shows me, maybe I don't need to look for a pristine immaculate Grand National, just one I can afford, and make it my own no matter the shape it's in! Love the wheels also, did a great job pickin" those.

[@robolson7669]

I think you have single handedly started the trend of guys just enjoying the project they have as they can afford. Rather than let it sit until they can afford a full restoration. Pretty much everyone I know has dragged out whatever projects they have and have been getting them going and doing whatever they can, as they can. I am guessing you might have an idea that you are one of the most influential car guys of the last decade. Congratulations! You sir deserve it.

[@gotdangedcommiesitellyahwa6298]

Yup. Doing a little at a time is a helluva lot better than doing nothing at all. I've seen way too many nice cars put out to pasture, only to be beat to death by the weather over the years. It's a shame.

[@Fordfanatic895]

Roadkill did this long ago but yes

[@FerrisBuelller]

Roadkill is very different.

[@robolson7669]

I didn’t say vice grip was the first……..I said he has been influential in getting people to do the same thing. He is getting legit ads in oreillys commercials. When Derek started getting popular guys started back on their projects. This content has sparked more peoples interest than all of those tv shows did over the years. Chip Foose got nuthin on Derek.

[@ericwandtke7045]

V.G.G you are awesome. I'm a mechanic myself and even after hrs of working on cars I can't wait to get home and see what you got going on. I know you reignite the want and passion in many of us to get back on our projects . All the info you share and show is 2nd to none thank you for this . I look forward to every episode.

[@ViceGripGarage]

Right on!

[@frankgeimer5952]

You are exactly correct, work within your budget, make it yours because the only opinion that matters is yours! Have fun and enjoy the fruits of your labors! Thanks Derrick, totally enjoyed this and love the memories you bring to the forefront..

[@marksexton8063]

My favorite part is after all the prep work and time getting it ready is putting color and clear

[@AdamConus]

I was worried about the new wheels the whole episode, but for what its worth I think the wheels you selected are terrific. You know what you are doing, I shouldn't have worried.

[@richardbates2367]

And what is the other gbody Derek sir I at one time had a 87 Buick Regal sport coupe factory V8 Oldsmobile 307 roller cam, and a 84 Pontiac Grand Prix SJ base model trim roller, and a 85 Oldsmobile cutlass supreme brougham salon knocking 3.8 231 Buick rwd V6.

[@richardbates2367]

I myself probably would have made the mistake and chose a aluminum turbine type wheel since the 84-85 gns has them and I love how they look and prefer the turbine and aluminum slots wheels to most aftermarket wheels really with the exception of the set of American racing atlas chrome plates aluminum wheels and the American racing black d window Daytona steel wheels I had both were on k20 square body 81 and up trucks but the 86 the atlas wheels were on had GMC high Sierra 1983 k1500 heavy duty 6 lug corporate gm10 bolt front completely rebuilt and the corporate gm12 bolt rear axles because I destroyed the worn out factory k20 corporate gm10 bolt front along time ago...

[@philippreuter5192]

Love how you're reasonable and don't overdo the fixing. The patina came out really nice, especially on that backbumper, bet they would produce it like that if they could make it look so cool! All the best wishes for you and your family from North-West Germany!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Yes! Thank you!

[@wesmetting2334]

When we going to see the other G Body?

[@alexbaker9967]

​@@ViceGripGarage that car really needs to be restored

[@bloodybones63]

@@alexbaker9967 IDK, remember that bottom was rusted out pretty good.

[@nathanbopp6163]

​@alexbaker9967 it got rustored. Driving is funner than showing

[@Mr.Phesadent]

I’ve followed this journey since day 1, and Derek… she looks incredible! Glad you’re bringing her back! Love the effort you’ve put into this o’l girl, the amazing content your provide us, and God bless you and your beautiful family. 🙏🏼 A guy couldn’t be happier!

[@LP5369GT]

My cousin, rest his soul, was a mechanic and body guy and had one of these back in the day. There is a road not far from here that is miles of peaks and valleys and he would set the cruise control on it. That thing was a rocket ship to the top of those hills and the bottom of the tires definitely saw some air. Thanks for the vid, brought back some fond memories.

[@monkeyfoodgarden]

Y'all that transformation was amazing. Can't believe how good she turned out. Think this one deserves a complete redo. Thank y'all and have a blessed evening.

[@joethepuppet9903]

I like the zero paint loss idea on the lift ramp, nothing going to waste there. Always enjoy your content. Keep up the good work!

[@garygreen4256]

Great video, yes I put a wix in my truck

[@Naz-xc9to]

Oh the old grand national..probably one of my favorites. My uncle had her little sister the regal t-type. Not as fast as this beast but pretty darn quick herself.

[@brianbaird3]

I just wanna say. Thank you for the amazing work you do for the videos and i want to thank a guy’s family for letting you do these videos for us. I’ll support you in every decision you make. Thank you 🙏🏼 much love

[@joehensley321]

I really appreciate how you’re showing us all how we can do pretty darn good with what we got. Not many of us can afford to have perfect concurs, concoorse, uhhh, shiny show cars. A guy helpin’ us fellas, and felletes, to make our treasures last a little longer and shine up just a bit more is appreciated!

[@roberthowe5315]

Wow she cleaned up nice luv the new look of the not so bland now national can't wait for the next video Derek you and your family have a great labor day weekend

[@travisbradford5976]

I love watching these shows, especially some of the older ones and ya see the progression and how much little guy Bentley has grown

[@toddaldridge106]

The Shine juiced Grand National looks fantastic! Good looking enough to cruise in but you don’t have to worry about parking lot rash! Thanks Derek for another great episode.

[@calebbyrd5971]

We missed you! But glad you had some time to relax you deserve it!

[@jacksonmetz9857]

Absolutely best part is painting and then yes peeling that tape away and stepping back

[@timhahn9330]

I recently bought a 49 Plymouth that had sit for a over a decade. I have to admit, when I wired up just the coil and starter and threw some 2 cycle mix down the tap, I hollared out “Bring the Thunder!” I’ve always enjoyed working on old cars and tractors, but you have brought a new gear of fun to the mix. A feller would buy you a cold snack if you were ever in south eastern PA.

[@hanknipper3921]

I love that car! A feller got a good one

[@balcorn9211]

Great to see a revival getting more attention! If I had one suggestion for the channel it would be more follow-up videos. We fall in love with these classics and sometimes we never see them again!

[@Tiffany-iz5uy]

This was like watching paint dry.........or clear ..on a car. I loved it. Great message at the end too. Enjoy your day, everyone. or don't.

[@49Fordproject]

I had an '87 GN when I didn't have 2 pennies to rub together...I sold it...I miss that car everyday...it was such a cool car...😢

[@StillShatter]

I love the way the clear coat came out it looks amazing! I was thinking maybe since she isn't so bland anymore you should change it to the "Tanned National" since she sat out in the sun for so long 😂 thanks for another great video!

[@douge.9753]

Love " Tanned National"

[@gonzotiki1]

El Blando cleaned up rather well! That’s actually a shocking transformation. Well done my dude.

[@trophyscars7364]

saw you on demolitionranch and thought you were fun. found this video and i was right you are a very fun person. i love the do it yourself attitude and knowledge you bring to the table. also your appreciation in not just performance vehicles but the beauty in restoring old relics art pieces. i really enjoy it you're a master of the craft.

[@Roger-br4dh]

Glad to see your posting again miss your shows. I hope all is well now

[@MrPhatkatz]

Thanks for the video Derek, we missed you last week. The old Grand national looks much better, but it still deserves a full restoration. Just my opinion. 👍

[@georgeponnay447]

Very happy to see you back after a well deserved break. Loved the last Vice Grip Lodge, too!

[@crcor2572]

I love this channel. It inspires me to get out and turn wrenches on my project.

[@jamesmitchell4209]

Missed you there for a minute, had me worried. Ur kinda comforting or relaxing to my morale. Thanks Mr.

[@sputnikalgrim]

I was born in ‘76, I grew up in the 80s and 90s. The Grand National is an icon from my youth. I’m so happy you’re doing this! It seems like a small detail and you don’t see it today, but raised white lettering on tires is so awesome.

[@tomwesley7884]

I really like what he did here, but I'd prefer the blackwall. The more black on a GN, the better. That's just me. To each their own.

[@chrispitre409]

Well sir here we are again fav time of the week

[@vettestyle6248]

Well done. I can relate to the lugnut comments. I do not ever (anymore) put them back on. Depending on the rust progression, each one uses a different socket. None of which are on the select-o-matic 4-way lug removal "+" shaped thingy

[@libertysgarage8411]

My favorite part of body work? Jamming a few self tappers in the new street sign floor pans.

[@jeremyrendell4333]

Yes! The weekend officially starts!

[@kirk467]

I always appreciate everything you teach us about cars and car care Derek, nothing like VGG for great information and humor my friend! I always enjoy watching you and your family, y’all are an amazing family my friend!

[@NorthwoodsDream]

This is the coolest refresh. Plus it’s right up the budget. Thanks for the great ideas.

[@WHOTEEWHO]

Love a grand national

[@MoparJeff]

Been watching your channel from the start and the growth of your community is so well deserved! Always a good day when you post 👍. Thanks Derek !!

[@roygilmore2968]

Love all the videos. But I really am impressed with the improved looks without a full paint job. Nice work.

[@MRHSDM316SD18186]

Derek, contact your tire machine manufacturer & inquire if you can obtain a set of plastic rim protectors that go on the "teeth' that move in & out that hold the wheels onto the machine; those will prevent any scratching.

[@nw_po]

This car deserves a full restoration, would love to see what you can do with it after seeing how beautiful the paint is on your dad’s 56 Buick you painted a while back.

[@teeveegee8843]

Been watching this guy for a couple years now, never had a negative thing to say about him, ever! Really wish he put some more TLC into this car because it deserves it. seeing him spray clear coat over that rusty bonnet made me cry on the inside.

[@syedrehanfida]

I really love the restoration videos. The cars look so good and unique afterwards! Thank you Mr. Derek for the years of entertainment!

[@cardrac6421]

All because of Derek, i been getting to work on my dad's 1995 Chevrolet Silverado because its not nice, rusty, and people shy away from, but all because of derek, im working on getting it back on the road after 3 years sitting, thanks for being an inspiration derek.

[@strawdog68]

Because of you and how much I enjoy watching your channel I've started working on my 1974 corvette which has been sitting for at least 30 years. I'ts probably alot like the cars you work on. It sat under a tree for years st my folks house. I just took out about a foot and a half of leaves from the cowl. Might have you beat with that one. Well any way thanks for your channel and your words of encouragement.

[@johncools5424]

Awesome vid brother! Glad you got a rest, its important to take a breat once in awhile. Bland national aint lookin quite so bland anymore, absolutely love it! i appreciate all your content thank you for givin all us car fellas, (and fellets) the motivation to get on our projects. Rock on 🤘

[@timhouston2408]

Perfect timing

[@Paul.C300]

A great looking car even if it is a little rough around the edges, just goes to prove you can have a lot of fun on a budget and as long as you like it then never mind what anyone else thinks! Perfect!

[@andrewfletcher5584]

I remember painting my 84 monte carlo and same thoughts, applying tape = no fun, pealing tape = all the fun!

[@BlownBudgetGarage]

It’s officially Friday now!!!

[@gailynbrock5204]

Hello to a feller and the VGG nation!

[@mikemoody9954]

Love that Michigan plate!!!! Beautiful car very well done

[@itsnotadodgerog2050]

Grew up in Michigan and I remember the license plates, the best ever. Thoroughly enjoy watching the videos Derek.

[@purdy1990]

I recommend installing a hot hose bib outside the shop. Can use a mixing valve to control the heat

[@chrisrichard2526]

Of the shop isn't heated how do you keep it from freezing ?

[@purdy1990]

Put a shut offs on the inside of the shop and turn them off and drain them. I do believe he has a bathroom in the shop that is probably heated so running the line through there would help keep it from freezing. They also make heat tracer tape that would help prevent it from freezing and doesn't cost a lot to run

[@chrisrichard2526]

no insulation in his shop, not heated. @@purdy1990

[@DrummerJohn]

Great rig! One of the best besides the Monte Carlo SS. The Grand National has some serious power. Love what you do; family, all the revivals etc. much love brother.

[@johnnygeorgopoulos4072]

If only they made a GN/GNX/T-Type/Turbo-T/Regal in an Aerocoupe version when they made the SS Aero and Gran Prix 2+2 Aero......there is a guy who made one custom and it looks absolutely amazing 😅

[@reggeckmann3993]

442❤

[@RyanFordFJB]

I definitely wanna try that clear coat on my 65 Galaxie 500 ltd. Its repainted and i assume it had copper in the paint. Over the almost 20yrs it sat, its developed a green fade similar to rust stain all over the car. Buffing it brough more of it out, I absolutely love it. Derrick, you've Inspired me to go out and grab a rig from the dirt back in 2020 for $800. Now 3 years and the ol girl has come a long way!

[@rustbucket9318]

One of my dream cars. Just love the whole package. One of the very few 80’s cars that I want.

[@wg5331]

Here we go! Hope you had good some good time off Derek!

[@Rob-tn8to]

Of all the vehicles you own, this is the one to go all in on. Love the Buick Grand National. Can someone tell me what you call those straw hats?

[@forthefunofit5487]

Derek so nice you getting this Buick back on the road. I do believe this is a 1986 Grand National not a 1984. I love the channel...............keep up the good work!!

[@scotttulette5206]

Love the channel Derek God Bless your whole family ❤❤❤

[@kirk467]

Pulling the masking material off and seeing the results, that’s my favorite thing! That rusty hood looks amazing Derek, it’s cool looking! I bet it shines outside in the sun!

[@Brent700]

Thanks for making my Friday night..!!! We all really appreciate you doing these videos for our entertainment....and watching you work in the 106° heat just for us as well...😊

[@stevecopeland5367]

I would love to see you restore this to its original beauty!!!!

[@trophyscars7364]

that thing turned out beautiful i love how you clear coated over the patina the bumper is such a incredible color rootbeer like you said.

[@davidmcmillan9786]

That wandering pressure washer really cracked me up. Like it was trying to get off camera to avoid the embarrassment. Nice content, Derek

[@themancalledx1342]

DONT CHANGE THE WHEELS!

[@MidwestFarmToys]

I agree 1000%. The original wheels are what makes this car.

[@seanfrank4158]

One of my favorite VVG cars. Great to see it again.

[@bradwhite4827]

A guy really just help but like this feller and his family! Just seem like good folks!

[@DJKPLAYS]

Always loved the grand national, love the appreciation and care you have for it too. Another awesome video Derek and Family

[@Dragonballguy270]

This is so cool - I’m sure eventually you’ll give it the full restoration- this one’s a keeper

[@warbuzzard7167]

When has he ever done anything like that?

[@Dragonballguy270]

@@warbuzzard7167 ummmmmm

[@anjemacinema9428]

My brother told me about your channel a couple of weeks ago. Now I am hooked! Thank you for another great episode.

[@geniusanthony]

Derek, I just rescued an '86 Porsche 944 Turbo this spring with very similar paint. From the paperwork, the car was last titled in 1994. The clear on the hood had wrinkled and turned to leather, the dark paint on all the fender flares is worn through to the white primer as is the roof. I had considered doing this same process but with production clear and have even wiped a few test areas. Until seeing this finished product I couldn't have considered going all the way through with it. Now I just might, scratch that, I will but more likely in a satin just to smooth it up a teensy bit. Thanks to you and the family for your time in producing some of the most entertaining auto content on the internets. Tony in MD

[@nickolascunningham8039]

Glad to have ya back Derek!

[@rtwego]

LOVE this car!!! Thank you for all you do! Aside from the work on the car, I’m aware how much other work goes into making these channels. It’s awesome your family supports you with this and is often included. Keep up the good work, you are truly appreciated!!

[@Darkshadow337]

Love the Michigan Bicentennial license VGG plate on the front bumper! You don't see much of those around up here anymore.

[@smaslankas]

Your final message was inspirational sir. thank you! having fun within your budget

[@GPW289]

What a transformation! Loved the shot of the test drive after the headliner came down. The little strings blowing in the wind reminded me of Ford vs. Ferrari when they taped the yarn to the GT40. Absolutely love the look of the rusty hood clear coated. Another great video.

[@jamesrochon2195]

My dream car!

[@richardbrown3479]

Derek, you are a major inspiration for the rest of us. Especially the message at the end. This week we will be putting a 2001 Blazer back on the road. It was last registered 11 years ago and was massively overheated. It is my son's first vehicle, he bought it for $700. 2 years later and a complete engine rebuild, brake rebuild and lots of wiring repairs, it is brought back to life. It may not be a Chevelle or Mustang, but it is a good running vehicle we have sweat equity in and are proud of!

[@ernieflanaganstingraybassm1463]

Great job my northern/southern friend......lov y'all

[@jasoncreech7020]

Glad to be the second viewer I love your videos and always look forward to see the new ones. I’ve learned a lot from just watching you and hope one day I will be able to do a couple rescues myself

[@Lookbeneaththesurface]

Derek does it again with the long form content. One huge amount of energy used in such a rewarding way. VGG never disappoints.

[@KacerRex]

Thanks for actually not time lapsing the start of the spray, I've always wondered what the proper tempo was in real time.

[@Isthatyoudermot]

It's a Great looking machine. The Petina is perfect 🥰

[@95triforce]

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