How Much is Left? - 1970 Dodge Charger R/T BLASTED!

[@stephane1052]

Thank you Nick and George. This was a great show. I know my car is in good hands.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

We are doing our best.

[@blinkie1523]

And that is all that's expected of you Nick. Stefane your car is in the best hands for the job at this time.

[@JackFlemingFan1]

@@nickpanaritis4122 You and your team always do their best work Nick and any muscle car you all have ever worked on and then featured on your youtube channel proves this!

[@Douguod1]

Wow , i defently bet it was used to tow a boat now seeing ghe paint and bog removed.

[@mexicanspec]

Right now you can turn this car into a Charger 500. It is at the right point. Just give Nick the word.

[@MrMaxEffort]

Kudos to the cameraman when he films the things they talk about, instead of their faces that's great work.. Thanks Cameraman for that.. This was a awesome episode, can't wait for the next one..

[@boyracer3477]

Each year there are fewer examples of classic cars. In my area, there have been two fires in the last few years of barns (pretty fancy barns) full of amazing cars. Letting one continue to morph into a pile of rust is a sin. Bringing a badly abused and/or rusted out classic back to life is a fine thing indeed. Thanks to anyone who ever does this. We'll all meet in a car heaven.

[@eugenecastles7475]

Yes, the 70 Charger is in pretty rough shape, but I have seen worse get the love that they need to be beautiful examples of automotive art. This 70 R/T will be no different. Nick you made the right choice with the body shop. I can tell by the metal work that has been done so far, that George is a very skilled craftsman, and has extensive knowledge of what needs to be done, and how to do it correctly. Stephane your car is in excellent hands, and I know that you will be very excited to see your car come together, over the next few months. I really enjoyed this episode, seeing Nick at the body shop checking the progress on the Charger, and forming a plan. I can't wait for more episodes of this build, it will be a beautiful car when it's done.

[@stephane1052]

Thank you Eugene for those encouraging words. I'm looking forward to having my car look as good as yours.

[@eugenecastles7475]

@@stephane1052 I know that your car will look fantastic when it is finished. Nick picked the right shop to do the body work, George is an old school body man with a lot of experience. Hang in there my friend, the R/T will look amazing black with a red stripe.

[@mexicanspec]

Hi Eugene. Have you decided if you are going to go to the garage to pick up your car in person?

[@eugenecastles7475]

@@mexicanspec That is the plan.

[@theanomalous1401]

Greetings@@eugenecastles7475! I hope all is well with you sir. I have noticed that with each long term project that @Nick Panaritis undertakes. There is a familial bond that develops amongst the owners and the subscribers. Whether it's every Monday, or every other Friday night. The comment section is relatively civil and mostly respectful. I'm glad you are planning to come to Laval when the car is ready. It would be extra special if the Coastal crew could be there as well to finally pick up Betsy. Time will tell, I reckon. Have a great week, Mr. Castles!

[@stevewhyte8476]

That bodyman sure has a positive attitude !

[@NicksGarage]

Hasn't he? 👍

[@papilloncycles3463]

Love it, I had a 1970 Charger SE when I was 17... it was actually three 1970 chargers stuck together... I could sleep in the back seat without bending my legs... LOL

[@karaDee2363]

A big thanks to Nick for finding such a Professional like George, who has the hardest job in this restoration. This car is going to be great by the time George and Nick are done with it

[@bartbutkis]

Wow! I really enjoyed this video with George. You just do not find paint and body guys like him anywhere. Much respect for the years and years of work and mastery of your craft to be able to restore that piece of rusted out metal back to as close to original as possible. Remarkable!!!

[@CoastalAutoReactionCAR]

She’s in the right place! Thank you Nick and crew!

[@mycowboyways915]

Never owned a Mopar but always a fan. I used to sit behind the local Taco Johns and watch the guy bringing in the new cars on a transporter. He would carefully back each one off and then do a little burnout before he parked it on the lot. Great Job Nick ! Can't wait for more episodes on this rebuild.

[@NicksGarage]

Very cool!

[@hippydippy]

This is obviously not George's first rodeo. lol. Seems like he knows all the in's & out's to do this right & also in a timely manner. Very cool. Looking forward to the progress. Be well Nick.

[@davidedgar2818]

The best thing is that the body was primed immediately. There's a lot of people that would do the metal work first, not wanting to take the costs of money and time, it will have to be primed again after the work. This body man knows his stuff, just hours not primed allows moisture to penetrate already porous metal.✨✨✨✨🌟

[@ericball6000]

Dr. Nick, we must thank, George the camera man, and George the auto body shop owner, this old Mopar is on the way to be back on the road, awesome video, cheers.

[@brianreynoldson1965]

That floor pan and rear window were pretty rough. My admiration of quality auto body shops increased twenty-fold. A few would have refused to take on such a laborious project. Quite a few of your subscribers are going stay glued to this project for the duration, as I will.

[@NicksGarage]

Right on

[@johnl9977]

Bro, I'm CA, you just don't see something like that here. Yeah, I sold a really decent 68' RT 440 Charger here for $ 700 a few years back (LOL, about 25).

[@douglasb9105]

I sure hope this works out. This body man seems to have a similar work ethic and disposition as Nick! It's looking GOOD! I know it's a LONG process, but I can't wait!

[@MaliciousSRT]

Yup, very easy for a car to get stuck in body/paint jail as the yellow charger did. Never pay up front and give defined deadlines for payment otherwise the car sits because they are bored and its not a priority

[@donlemme898]

George and Nick have similar style. This will be very interesting.

[@dogsense3773]

My friend just sold his 70 roadrunner 440 sixpack air grabber hood, six-pack and hood was not original to car. This car had no rust or dents,but paint was in #3 condition in yellow,motor was rebuilt, interior very nice,new exhaust,sold for $42,000 he only told a few people about this car in San Francisco thanks!

[@TheXopony]

Id say you got a very good body man there NIck. He is not daunted what so ever by the huge amount of body work this car needs.

[@NicksGarage]

Agreed!

[@stevelioliopoulos4902]

Best way to start a Tuesday morning. Watching Nick's Garage live from Adelaide Australia

[@NicksGarage]

Legend!

[@francoisbedard7394]

Ah ! Ok ! From Australia ! Because here in Québec it's still monday.😁

[@alacran1986]

It is Tuesday morning now in Chicago

[@stevelioliopoulos4902]

@@alacran1986 Almost midnight here now

[@hemihead68]

My Lord that’s a looooooot of work. When it’s done though that vehicle will be better than new with those fine craftsman putting her back together. It’ll be a true work of art. I’d be so proud to have these gentleman working on my Charger wow 👍

[@MoparDan]

Hearing George talk with Nick, George sounds like a real pro at what he does. The car is certainly in good hands.

[@NicksGarage]

We agree.

[@brianhdueck3372]

I sure have a soft spot in my soul for those Chargers. The metal may be soft but the soul is solid. It’s a great start on a a beautiful car. Many thanks to Stephan for putting what it takes to get it done right.

[@NicksGarage]

Right on

[@Visionery1]

When I see these videos I'm always amazed by what can be achieved, but I also wonder how they treat the rear of welded-in panels against future rust. Unless the car is dipped, rust on a grand scale is not only inevitable, it's guaranteed.

[@blinkie1523]

Thanks for the update on Stefane's Charger Nick and by the look of things both George & Mike have it under control, great video George. Till next time Nick and others stay well.

[@charlesglandon7840]

I'm watching this video with a little tear in my eyes just wondering what ever happened to my '70 that I traded in I sooo loved that car, this video shows me that cars do have feelings and I hurt my chargers feelings when I walked away from her. I will be watching every episode. Thanks for your love for the greatest mussel cars of all time.

[@NicksGarage]

We appreciate that, Charles. Thanks.

[@TheSirenSeeker]

Mussel cars? My local seafood joint must not have those in yet. I’ll have to check again tomorrow.

[@charlesglandon7840]

@@TheSirenSeeker Always somebody that worries about spelling or punctuation.

[@JC-fm9ps]

@ Charles glandon I know how you feel bruh, I had a 64 Sports Fury, came with a 383, but my friend installed a 440. Man she could burn rubber. My wife hated it, too many speeding tickets that made me sell it.

[@TheSirenSeeker]

@@charlesglandon7840 I know what you meant LOL - I just felt like being a smartass. Sorry if I struck a nerve!!

[@Stahodad]

So now you know what you have to work with. BIg hole or small, It all gets fixed. I would rather replace a large panel than do 10 little patches. So many reproduction panels are available now, saving these cars is possible. It may not be cheap, but it is possible. Looking forward to the build.

[@NicksGarage]

We are happy to have you along for the ride.

[@garysheppard2126]

ppl ooolllllpolllllllpooooo

[@michaelmartinez1345]

My guess, is the use of repro-panels will save a lot of money because of the amount of time spent making it like new will be much less... There are advantages to having a car that is NOT extremely rare, and the availability of repro-body panels are some of the best examples of this...

[@otisbailey5455]

I sandblast all of my projects, my painter prefers this method as it gives teeth for paint adhesion.

[@paulcabezola3559]

Wow big project, so glad the owner has chosen to save this car. Gotta try to save as many as possible because when they're gone they are gone forever. Best of luck with this build !! Cheers !!

[@NicksGarage]

Well said!

[@joeljenkins2876]

Good afternoon/evening, Nick, George and everyone!!! Wow, that’s a project and a half!!! But, I’m amazed how body/collision/paint technology and methods have progressed!!!! A few decades ago, cars like these were pretty much written off and scrapped: NOW, they can be TOTALLY restored. Kudos a hundred times over to the skilled people who can turn what used to be a pile of rust into a masterpiece!!! Great week, guys!!! 😀

[@opieshomeshop]

Really awesome saving these chargers. While I really liked dukes of hazzard as a kid, they really did a lot of damage ruining so many of these. Glad to see magic hands with such talent to make new the damage on this car. Truly amazing.

[@VG-iq8xq]

Man it’s crazy what this “Texas” car has been through! It’s been beaten and left for dead, but George doesn’t seem to be intimidated at all by the job. He has a plan and knows what he’s doing. Can’t wait to see the progress!

[@anthonycadiou8367]

I am glad there are people who loves these cars enough to be able to totally restore them. Good job.

[@RollinIsbell]

Love George's approach. Thanks for letting us look in on the adventure.

[@drippinglass]

I have a 70 Charger R/T. Not quite as rusty, but needs quarter work, rockers, and trunk floor. It’s a factory 440 Six Pack 4 speed Dana 3:54.

[@davebarron5939]

Wow, Nick I think you found the man for the job. Knowledgeable, gifted, aggressive and most important of all, caring. Excellent recipe for results. As a loyal viewer, I am going to really enjoy watching this transformation. Thanks.

[@chriscatarcio2983]

Nick you're lucky to find this old school craftsman. When he's done sick him on the cooougire....I love them. Mercurys. Thanks so much for the update. 😁👍👍👍.....

[@cannarris]

Wow,haven't seen George in 35 years!! He's been a lifetime body/paint man, him and his dad.

[@nickpanaritis4122]

Time to go and see him in person. After all, 35 years.

[@jimc3688]

Gives you an idea of the massive amount of man hours / years that go into designing and manufacturing an automobile. The complex MRB systems and hundreds of manufacturers to coordinate with.

[@RobJ1929]

I Love to see them come back to life when most have been gone for good. I was not lucky to have one 1 brother had a Road Runner and I can remember driving it and one Christmas night coming back from my brothers hit a a patch of black ice an wrapped it around the telephone totaled it and back then it was easier to junk them then repair them. I have been following your show and I am at the age when I can remember them but cannot drive one or afford one. Thanks Nick for your show one old man here with so much to watch of your shows.

[@CoastalAutoReactionCAR]

Really really like the body shops way of doing things! He is a true artisan! Great work George! (Also great episode George)

[@mexicanspec]

Hey Luke, finding a body shop you can trust is like finding 2 pounds of gold.

[@simplysimon9868]

Good to see what's left Nick. George knows his stuff with restoration it looks. Another one saved is great!! George great job filming the tea bag charger 😁👍👍👍

[@danbaumann8273]

It's always cool watching guys who know what they're doing plan out their projects.

[@CovenGraphics]

They always look their worst before they look their best!! Looking forward to seeing the car at its best!

[@wokewokerman5280]

...it's hard to believe it's even close to commercially viable to fix that much on a significantly rusted car, the labor is extensive. It's one thing when it's your own sweat, but another when it goes from shop to shop and so much is needed.

[@deanwharepapa8561]

Nick I'm glad George has taken on this project, I love his perfection that he brings💯

[@ThePontiacgto65]

nowadays, almost everything can be restored, the only obstacle is money. At the end of the restoration, it will have cost more than it is worth. the power of love!

[@newriver8940]

The Charger is in good hands,good show as always.

[@frankjankovich3512]

Shows there is more to a car than just a powerful engine. Much respect for these car body craftsmen

[@marcushume2240]

Sweet. Another Charger saved. Iconic 1970 Charger R/T in Black to boot. Thank you Nick for taking on this build and sharing this with us. Very exciting news. Great video George. All the best to your Team Nick.

[@LeeBlaske]

Looks like this project is off to a great start.

[@dallasbramwell6235]

Nick and helpers thank you for saving another charger. This car is beautiful especially after the restoration. Thanks for the special information and up dates on the chargers. Thank you for the awesome video.

[@otisbailey5455]

Look forward to seeing the final result. I like the painters comments and especially when Nick stated that the car will be painted black. My painter said he the same thing to me and he backed up what he said. My car is Lazer straight.

[@cozythunder1]

George and his guys sure know what there doing!

[@tinkmarshino]

The masters of metal.. they have always amazed me these guys.. the miracles they can pull out are just awe inspiring to me.. I have done a little body work.. but there in no magic in what I do.. just club and stick stuff.. these guys there is nothing they can not do if the need be.. they don't need to talk to me (or Nick for that matter) These are the cars we cut out teeth on from the 52 Studebaker super hawk to the 80 grand nationals.. these are the cars we bought built and had our days with.. Man what I wouldn't give to have a month back in the old days.. Just once before I die.. oh well.. Carry on my brothers.. maybe they have muscle cars in heaven..

[@derekbowbrick6233]

Nice work throwing in those still shots. Thank-you George.

[@richporter3776]

I can’t wait to see the finished product Love watching the progress thank you

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks for watching!

[@mdouglaswray]

Something tells me George's work is expensive - and worth every penny! Talent and experience together is rare.

[@dh2360]

Beautiful Dodge Charger, I've owned two 1969 Chargers and they were great cars. I'll own another soon and this time it will be a keeper.

[@OlSgtLove]

Hey Nick ,George, and Krew, man yall caught me off guard...lolololol..didn't expect a video today!!! What a really good surprise. That ol girl needs alot of TLC, but in the rights hands for the body work and then engine, and all drive train ,interior and wiring ... She is a Diamond in the rough. I know the ol girl soul is soaring to being save, repair and going to be brought back to life . Alway Great to be at Nick's Garage!!!!!!! Thanks George and Nick yall got this video pass me ...lolololol

[@robertshanklin2729]

First time watcher. You’re knowledge in the craft is impressive to say the least. Thank you for making it possible for us to watch this project unfold. It’s a pleasure to watch great craftsman!

[@NicksGarage]

Welcome to the channel.

[@Ray56z]

Nick-Another one comes back to life! Just wonderful what people like George and Nick can do with these grand cars.

[@shawnewaltonify]

I quit my job during Covid by accident, actually a few, and now I have to work nightshift. Monday mornings are a bad reminder of what I had and lost. Love this new format guys.

[@NicksGarage]

We’re sorry to hear you are feeling loss, Shawn. The last couple of years have been a challenge for lots of folks. We hope you’ll keep watching and let us know that things are going better, really soon.

[@shawnewaltonify]

@@NicksGarage Ok, I will.

[@billjamison2877]

I know it will be beautiful when it's done. Now, it looks like a '70 Charger Swiss Cheese Edition! HA! I am really looking forward to seeing this build come back to life. Nick will make it GO and George will make it Glow! Bill from Linglestown, Pennsylvania

[@johnnyappleseed6415]

I'm going to guess that there will be just enough of the Charger left to make it REAL expensive... :)) The updates, thankfully, will be free (for me)!

[@JC-fm9ps]

@Johnny Appleseed might have been better to buy a rebuilt one ay?

[@stevelee5724]

Wow man ! Your panel man has his hands full ! Steve from New Zealand.

[@derekbowbrick6233]

Bon Jour/good day. Nice to see there is a little metal left to hold those holes together. Bon chance Stephan, I'm rooting for you.

[@NicksGarage]

Thanks 👍

[@royce6861]

Wow this reminds me of the 70 Challenger I had. Needed so much work that i abandoned it and sold it back in the early 90's. Sure wish i had it now though. Hard cars to find now days.

[@williamdouglass7864]

Absolutely great job I have just gotten done restoring a Mr. Norm's 70RT challenger U code with A440 matching numbers 2 build sheets Fender tag and original title title my restoration cost doing the work myself right now is almost at $78000 the costs to restore these cards is getting unreal

[@arthurantonopoulos3340]

Yiasou from Melbourne Australia boys. So good to see two gurus at work. Happy Easter for next week.

[@johnpartridge7623]

George & His Crew have done a good job 👍

[@BeatersRus]

30 seconds in,lemme go ahead and thumb this vid up. always a good time to be had,with Nick and his crew.

[@robertbuzzell8187]

B-Body mopar coming back to life..with much hours and love

[@liamwilson1058]

Tons of metal work but love it anytime one of these cars can be saved.

[@TheBoss-nj3dk]

Hi Nick, love the duct tape on the horn! I think the pickups bed has some rust holes in it, better not put anything small in it. Love your videos, you keep me glue to my seat with every show. Great job!

[@mexicanspec]

Technically that is his air bag, which he should repair.

[@williamkroth9429]

Nick's Garage, still my favorite You Tube feature. Keep therm coming!

[@djc7039]

I had a beautiful orange 69 and 1/2 Charger SE 383 Magnum Automatic with the woodgrain dash and console, AC and all options, Wrecked about 1978 and bent the frame raill so I parted it out. It was in great condition compared to what are being restored today

[@MrZdvy]

So it needs a new hood, quarter panels, roof, trunk floor, trunk extensions, floor pans, rear valance etc. But don’t worry, all the rest is still in good shape🙄

[@nickpanaritis4122]

You said it.

[@gordandcolleenkerr7760]

I thought the car was going to be a whole lot worse than it is alot of work but it will live on to tear up the pavement again

[@rtchrg440]

Great episode George and Nick - really enjoy these restorations!

[@zAvAvAz]

i love dodge charger with wrap around front bumper option with hideaway light option, so awesome!

[@brunotulliani]

Good afternoon to all! Another great episode. When a high end shop says their "too busy". It's like asking a girl on a date and she says she has to wash her hair that day.

[@426Roadrunner1]

That is one massive job Nick! But it's good you have George working on it as he knows what he's doing. As you said, doing body work is art, I know, I've done it. It's not as easy as a guy like George makes it look! It's going to look good when finished. Bodywork for Black paint a tall order... Has to be perfect. Cheers AC

[@thebuss3204]

Wow! Now I understand how much work is involved getting it done right! Outstanding work George!

[@sharg0]

It'll be a challenge to charge the team to deal with this challenging Charger!

[@glock22357]

You need to send that shell to Chris Birdsong. He does Chargers, and that's all he does. Amazing metal work. He's got a great YT channel where he shows what he does. There's no one better.

[@NicksGarage]

We're in touch with Chris. He does great work.

[@chriscatarcio2983]

I think this guy is a old school craftsman to. Hats off to all of them alive or dead.

[@imarobot3757]

George is an old time body man , the Charger will look great when he is done with it

[@timbutler7433]

Not as bad as I thought! It will look amazing when done!

[@70smemories]

Hi Nick This charger will be fun to watch you restore. I have a 68 same color, about the shape. It was a 318. I named it the Road Kill Charger. Maybe some day it will be put back together. Thanks for the video.

[@grahamsengineering.2532]

A lot of work ahead but worth it to see the end product and no doubt it will be better than new having been sealed and painted inside as well as out.

[@jamesblair9614]

This is when you see it, warts and all, from here on, it only gets better.

[@victorhex6380]

"We will just section it here and here, we will make a new this and that and it will be just back to stock. Dang, thats some serious good work.

[@Friedbrain11]

You found a great guy to do the body work for this Charger. It is apparent he cares about doing it right!

[@NicksGarage]

Couldn't agree more!

[@timothyfritsch8801]

your metalurgist friend there reminds me of you why do i get the feeling you two worked together before HMMM oh ya it was you two who last restored BIG BEN over in london haaa haa hhaaa

[@NicksGarage]

Possible Nick and George share an ancestor somewhere back in Greece?

[@RobertArthur007]

Awesome, a new project done right from the ground up! I love this stuff! ❤ Better than new!

[@stevebowser7248]

Wow, that is an insane amount of work. Very cool, great content as always.

[@eugenecastles7475]

Hi Nick and George, I've been waiting to see what will be left of the 70 Charger R/T. I hope there is something left after sandblasting.

[@NicksGarage]

You and me both!

[@meowerstationone3793]

Swiss cheese Charger. So glad to see they are saving it. It will be nice! Are you going to Laval for your car start up?

[@eugenecastles7475]

@@meowerstationone3793 Probably, not for the start up, but I want to be there to see the Charger before it is shipped, and to meet everyone Who helped make my dream come true.

[@mexicanspec]

@@eugenecastles7475 You are not driving it back to Texas? That would be an epic road trip.

[@eugenecastles7475]

@@mexicanspec Yes, I agree with you, but during the spring there is a good chance of severe weather along the route I would be taking, so it will be transported. I have also driven the 500 from NJ to Texas once before so it would be nothing new for me.

[@Jbmc65]

Where are you in Quebec? This man you have on the body is a real pro, a man like this that does amazing work is so worth the extra cost.

[@NicksGarage]

Laval, QC.

[@geraldtrembley2425]

seems like the Charger is in good hand.Body wise and Mechanical. That body shop seems to be top notch

[@jamesfitzgerald2361]

My twin brother restores muscle cars.He did a 68 charger RT he had to replace the whole rear of the car and the roof .Wisconsin winters are he'll on sheet metal. The car won several car shows.

[@us1fedvet]

You have a great channel. The experience and ability to relate your findings is unexcelled. If I’m ever up north of the border I want to bring you a large cup of Tim Horton’s and shake your hand. Well done. Great effort by George and his crew on getting that Charger roadworthy.

[@NicksGarage]

We'd love to meet you.

[@TheBadbambino]

Nick has a big heart and couldn't tell the dude this cars is garbage !!!!

[@electricguysvcs]

Nick - I have a 55 - chevy 3100 that charger looks like wonderful compared to what I'm dealing with. I am literally re-inventing the wheel with this truck