Ultimate DRAG CAR Hoarder Shows Off Collection of Drag Racing Relics

[@kennydemartini2169]

That gentleman was smiling like a little kid while showing off his collection. God bless him.

[@jeffreybamford7365]

I noticed a little chuckle when he started foul play up haha ... happy fella ..

[@j13more38]

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[@alanwood5857]

I had a feeling that 1960 Ford sleeper was a moonshine car! Cool, Tony just jumps in his cars and starts them up for yah!

[@HotRodHoarder]

Oh man, he loved to fire them up! I'm sure his neighbors are used to it haha.

[@kevinknasty420]

I love older people who love the old drag cars. With out yall we would never see all this history. Thanks

[@stevenlaxton3618]

We just need more of them to stop just hoarding and start showing and telling so the history can stop dying with so many old guys

[@toiletpaper5770]

@@stevenlaxton3618 they're probably better stewards than these collectors that just see dollar signs. Alot of times the old guys will give them to you for next to nothing IF they like you

[@stevewelborn8744]

I collect pocket knives and most people think it's dumb so when I come across someone that's interested it's fun to show them. I could tell he was very happy showing you his stuff.

[@almoffat7504]

Another great story keep them coming and I love the AM-FM radio 👍🇦🇺

[@utility3442]

MAN , ARE YOU KIDDING ? THIS TOOK ME BACK TO GRASSROOTS DRAG RACING , AND SLOT CARS . GOD BLESS THAT MAN FOR SAVING EVERYTHING . AND THANK YOU FOR YOU STORIES .

[@michaelconrad9176]

This guy sounds amazing, Thank you for taking the time to show us what he is preserving.

[@lambrokedrc5998]

Another, Great Find👌 Thanks, for taken us along👍💪🍻🦅🦅🦅🦅

[@iandoehrman7848]

Always love the old stories behind these cars.

[@cjbert6790]

I’m glad to see this man has kept so much history, and much of it still works!

[@GeorgesMiniatureCars]

This is my kind of hoarder! Some see rust, I see gold!! I LOVE cars and especially the miniature versions!!! Fantastic slot car collection!!!!

[@rockettcustoms6266]

By far the best collection of both real cars and models I have ever seen on KZbin and in real life.

[@larryarcher4502]

another great treasure trove, Thanks for taking us along!!!

[@HotRodHoarder]

Thanks for watching Larry!

[@Merylstreep1949]

It's people like you and this man that make old hot rods n dragsters live on! Keep doing more please

[@CycolacFan]

Fascinating collection and really well filmed, this felt like a professionally made video tour, great visuals decent sound. Great stuff 👍

[@raymartin5316]

My dad was a design engineer for Chrysler in the early 60s till about 68. I remember him building a front engine rail for Dan Blocker. My dad told him I was a fan so when we went to meet him Dan brought a big white hat for me. Racing folk have always been special .

[@guyski666]

I never had any respect for Fords - until I bought a 1972 Fastback Mustang off a lady. It just so happened it had a 429 SCJ and a C6 auto from the factory. That car gave me respect for Fords :)

[@fordnut4914]

Im ford guy but always liked working on all makes and models of junk some people takes lomger to grow up.

[@lonesomewill2888]

I had the pleasure to work with Tony and his brother, I believe his name was Doug, not sure , at Ford Motor Company's Louisville Assembly Plant on the metal touch up line in the mid 90's. Great guy, and as someone commented, he's always smiling. He was a drag car "nut" back then. What a great surprise to come across this video as I haven't seen him in many, many years. I really enjoyed this video. Thanks for taking the time to do it and feature such a Great Guy.

[@HotRodHoarder]

Wow, that's really cool! Thanks for taking the time to comment. Tony is an awesome guy!

[@nicknorth4375]

Man I live down in GA and absolutely love vintage drag cars and it makes me smile seeing someone able to come across all of that vintage gold.

[@pvillehick67]

Really great to see this gentleman and his collection!

[@georgeboyer8158]

When I lived in Missouri, we had a fellow in town much like this collector. He was over 70 years old by his own admission. I remember a fiberglass Ford Falcon that he would take to Kansas City for street racing. Between the tail lights was lettered "Old Man Playing Cars". It was very rare for him to be beat.

[@chrisennis9686]

I love these kind of collections!!! And the fact I'm a diehard ford guy makes this collection even better!!! Stay great and stay humble my friend, I hope to see more great content and to learn some more history of the old days

[@haworthlowell805]

Thank you for bring this collection to us. Lookihg forward to more in depth in those cars and especially the slot cars.

[@discmotoslots]

cool old dude! the slot-car collection is really special

[@danielfranco9193]

I used to drag race slot cars when I was young in Buena Park, CA. It’s so much fun.

[@donshotrodgarage1717]

That is a Mega Stash! What a treat to be able to see this man's history!!! Great Video man👍

[@GOOF2ooo]

I love hearing about all the old drag cars. And those slot cars are amazing. Great video

[@ThomasThomas-wn3km]

I very much enjoyed meeting such a cool guy. Thank you.

[@rosshemmings9384]

I was green with envy at the cars then lost my mind over all the slot cars. AWESUM!!

[@stevehilliard1495]

“Junk everywhere “ I love it!!! Great video as always 😎👍🏻

[@HotRodHoarder]

Thanks Steve, hope you've been doing well!

[@rickbarger7921]

It amazes me how much stuff a guy can collect over the years When you start You don't even think about how much it's gonna be worth 40 years later Really cool thanks for the video

[@plymouthduster225]

Great video as always. Wouldn't mind seeing more on the 55 Thunderbird when he starts working on it. I'm restoring a 56 Chevy BelAir hardtop that was used to run moonshine in the 60s. Had a 396 with 3 deuces and a 4 speed with 4.11 gears at one time.

[@louserianni6661]

Thanks for the great big Ford oval smile!

[@michealfigueroa6325]

A wonderful collection of dirt , rust and a flat tire

[@davida.p.9911]

What an awesome collection! Kid in a candy store! Thank you for sharing😎

[@rdecoster1]

Love to see people's work benches that look like mine!! Really enjoyed the tour!! Lot of COOL stuff!!! I hope he lives to 100 and has excellent health so he can enjoy all he labor!

[@TheBustedNut]

That slotcar collection was AWESOME! Wow!

[@mick_1949]

Another great piece of drag racing history. Thanks for sharing 👍

[@TheArkDoc]

I'm really glad you filmed this. I would love to just get lost in a place like that.

[@Motown454]

That was fun ! Thanks for posting.

[@msh6865]

Another awesome video Tommy. Love the stuff you're posting!

[@davidmaggard2796]

That Opel was killer man that thing sounded good thanks for sharing THIS awesome. Place 👍👍👍👍

[@paulhansen7667]

That’s the coolest ramp truck! Of course, everything he has is cool.

[@79tazman]

Man what a collection I love it. That's a Collection I would love to have.

[@kyleforeman4543]

Never seen so many slot cars,wow,just wow..tks for sharing

[@floydrhodesiv5733]

Thank-you for doing these wonderful videos on these old drag cars. Great content and great videos !

[@MrArbutusify]

Great collection. Minor point, the Anglia "Tennessee Taxi" is actually a Ford Prefect. Anglia's were 2doors and Prefect's were 4doors. Still great collection.

[@troyroberts202]

That was a bad ass collection. Thank you for your videos.

[@tonybytnar2560]

The Dirty Bird Thunderbird ran at US 30 in Gary Indiana and also at Oswego Illinois.

[@kevinsnyder4425]

You hit it out of the park with this one. !! I know he is not that old, but I hope he lives long enough to get it all done - what a bucket list !! When you were showing the slot cars, I think the Kendall GT-1 merc funny car was on the table . What a beautiful collection of drag cars & old school parts.! Thanks for sharing this one!

[@91LX50Mike]

What an Awesome channel. I love learning about the history of drag racing…Keep up the Great work….

[@Axial_Andrew]

I just found your channel, and as a 45 year old man, I'm watching this video as tears are rolling down my face. Please thank him for saving as much of the drag racing history as he has. This was amazing.

[@calvincooley1074]

Awesome! Especially the slotcars!

[@HotRodHoarder]

His slot car collection is CRAZY. So much cool stuff packed in there.

[@jerrypuckett6733]

That’s UNBELIEVABLE. AWESOME.

[@richardashwood5771]

All I can say is Wow. What an believable collection of cool stuff. He seems like a great guy. I can’t even imagine the knowledge this guy has in his head. Great Great video.

[@HotRodHoarder]

Thanks for watching Richard! Tony has been around the block a time or two, and he's a blast to hang out with.

[@stonemason848]

His drag stuff is cool too seeing that vintage stuff.

[@branon6565]

That Opal is a beast of a drag car, the sound is unreal....#FordRacing

[@toiletpaper5770]

I went to look at a 68 El Camino (for $2500) north of Phoenix about 20 yrs ago and this guy had more intake manifolds in more configurations than I have ever seen: I don't remember anymore but there were shelves and shelves and shelves...the carburetors were in places (on those manifolds) I've never seen before or since. If I remembered you would probably think I'm lying. He had other toys too but this video made me think of that.

[@geofo60]

Thanks for showing us around, it’s great to see these old cars being preserved and enjoyed. Look forward to the next video. All the best from the U.K. 😎👍

[@buixrule]

Love that black 60 Fairlane.

[@raisinracinbrealynn1478]

That was a great video. Thanks, I love all his stuff. Great to see somebody like that.

[@SrvTodd]

"Scum Bag" is one great guy!! Thanks for sharing.

[@rescueinoldraggedy7407]

so cool i could walk around a place like this all day ,, stay safe friend

[@musclecarmitch908]

Great video! I met Tony at Beach Bend a couple years ago, really nice guy! Talked with him about his Taxi drag car, my friend has a Prefect drag car also.

[@philhunt3908]

That guy has a amazing collection if I went there I would not want to leave that place is a dream

[@doughopkinsjr]

Very cool thanks for sharing!

[@robertclymer6948]

WOWZER! Fantastic video of Mr. McConnel's collection! My favorite has to be the Mercury turnpike cruiser! As a young kid growing up, the 55 and 56 Mercs were my favorites. Just mind blowing what this man has amassed over the years. Thanks so very much for sharing this awesome video with us! Blessings and cheers from Motown/Dearborn.

[@jontompkins1844]

Loved the Opel with the 300!

[@SouthernRodsandClassics]

that moonshine runner is sick. following from New Orleans

[@David-uu1oj]

Great video. Sure liked the diversity of automotive goodies and especially slot cars!!!!

[@02berlina]

Being a four door the Gasser is a Ford Prefect with an Anglia front .

[@geofo60]

As a Brit’ & founder of the Popular Front, that one caught my eye. I’m fairly sure they were sold like that to the United States, I’ve seen the odd ones with the Prefect front end but not many. It’s good to see a survivor from the early days of Drag Racing.

[@southjerseysound7340]

I met him racing slot cars before and he's a great guy.....On a different note slot cars are an amazing hobby that doesn't get enough exposure. I started racing in the 90s as a kid and it's where I met several lifelong friends and racing buddies. We went from slot cars to dirt bikes/quads then real cars. But strangely enough we still race the things in the off season and I know a lot of racers that do the same including the owner of the track I race at. The drag racing scene is crazy too and it's a fun way to stay sharp on the tree and we've got some big names that show up. But they like to stay quiet.

[@eturnalblockhead]

My crazy uncle just doing what he does the best messing around with automobiles!!!!!!!

[@izzynutz2000]

In that trailer is a Wise speed shop sticker.. Wise speed shop used to be in St Louis, may even still be there, bought a lot of parts from them...

[@timarthur9425]

Awesome collection thanks for sharing.peace.

[@austingreenough6396]

Wow,what a great collection

[@darrylcampbell4411]

Awesome vid Bro. That was all so interesting. Great collection of everything. Especially the slot cars and models.

[@ericmuschlitz7619]

I remember seeing the Dirty Bird in the old pictorial mags from the day I used to have a collection of.

[@michaelvecchiarelli8414]

I thought it was so kool of you guys to show us that collection your buddy Mike.

[@1pieman]

Very cool thank you for sharing brought back some great memories I miss the slot car's

[@ChicagoDonny922]

I need to hurry up & get into my trucking business so I can buy that T-Bird gasser, those chrome traction bard (for the "Yeller Byrd), the fiberglass Fairlane, & THE ENTIRE BASEMENT COLLECTION...I'll make him proud to be the caretaker of his treasure

[@johngatten2925]

Loved hearing them start up

[@randysrestoration]

Cool stuff! Love the Mercury wagon and trailer combo.

[@Sleeperdude]

Awesome collection great video

[@jerrygilbert3273]

my first car was a 1936 ford v/8 with a 110hp flat head Canadian engine.it had aluminum heads, an aluminum intake and it did run for those days. YES, IT WAS A RUNNER FROM CAPONE'S CAR. RAN FROM CANADA TO NORTHERN WISCONSIN. I DID HAVE THE ENGINE PULLED AND RAN IN A 1946 FORD 2DR.SEDAN FOR A FEW MONTHS. I SURE HOPE I HAD THAT ENGINE NOW.

[@donsorrells2552]

That’s pretty cool! Thanks for sharing 🇺🇸✌🏻

[@HotRodHoarder]

Thanks for watching Don!

[@rocketsnhotrods9022]

My dad bought a 55 Belair sedan gasser back in the 80s for 125 bucks that was raced out at famoso here in California back in 69 and 70 still has the kern county inspection stickers on it

[@bradc32]

1/2 dozen great name awsome car Tony is the perfect owner for this stuff! he actually uses the cars/can be started. altho we only live so long can't put every car back together

[@EBthere]

At first I thought the yellow T-Bird was a former race car from NW Indiana which was called "Mazur & Pudlo" and had a big block Chevy and ran Run Tuff Eliminator. I don't remember it being called Dirty Bird so I guess this isn't the same car OR I'm just getting too old to remember lol. Great video with fantastic cars!

[@kdstuf]

Every time I talk to Tony he asks me if I have any slot cars to sell. They are a real passion for him.

[@friguy4444]

1:10 Wow! The car is called "Foul Play". But the awesome, killer, coolest ever, hauler truck has the greatest name for a race team I've ever heard of......."SCUMBAG RACING!" LOL. HAAA! Ha ha ha! Just EPIC! The truck is SO cool! Style at it's most! So many incredible things. I'd sure love to see the giant slot car set up he mentioned was in that one trailer.

[@SHENDOH]

WOW!! Thank you for this

[@oldscoolcooldiecast1879]

I’m not a ford fan but I am of this man’s collection it’s not about the brand it’s about the lifestyle and that’s a fact. Good stuff his car hauler is my favorite thou

[@scottbivins4051]

Cool stuff, and at least his cars actually ran.

[@sombra6153]

That is an awesome collection!

[@markbailey6051]

If he is anything like me, after two weeks on vacation he will want to get by to his shop because that's more fun!

[@joshthemediocre7824]

I've been to charles crites' place, he had done some work on a few of my uncles cars and i got to go take a tour of his barn and his over the top crazy mansion, he had Boss 429's GT500's, Galaxie light weights, a 61 skyliner with a SOHC 427 engine, just some crazy stuff..he truly is a Ford racing expert and i'm surprised i've never seen him interviewed.

[@BobbyTucker]

I'm a little confused as to how to start this off, normally, I don't care to watch these videos with so much narration, however, yours is very detailed and the way you explain everything, you keep the viewer's attention, mine at least. Thank you for sharing this with all of us, I'm subbed, left a thumbs up, and a tap on the bell. I hope to see, watch, and hear, more of your videos. B.T.

[@K-Effect]

Very cool, I'd like to see more about his slot car collection

[@HotWheelsTV]

I like this guy!! I think we’re related some how!! Lol … Love all the Kool stuff!

[@HotRodHoarder]

Me and Tony share a sickness for this old drag car stuff.