I won a 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo from IAA for $1600! Will it Drive??

[@z33317]

Tell us you bought 10 of the same shirt while they were on sale for buy one, get 9 free?? Seems every vid lately features the same shirt? I like it, but enough!!

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

If you have nothing better to do than complain about a man's' shirt, I feel sorry for you. My clothes are my uniform. I have several of the same shirts for a reason. They breathe, they are comfortable, and I can clip my mic to them. Feel free to bounce off my videos if it's a problem for you. #childish #BS #grownmenmadaboutmyshirt #getalife

[@tammysigworth2681]

I am sticking up for Randy on this one. Many videos ago Randy did show us and he did comment about his clothes and the score he made on buying them that some shirts looked the same but he didn't care because it's the style he wanted. Who cares anyway ! It's not the clothes that make the videos, it's the content Randy gives us in the videos.

[@spiritusmalingus343]

@@AutoAuctionRebuilds lol he really wants your shorts. fk'n people, i hate some people.

[@jargo7251]

That feeling when a person just comes at your channel and doesn't know what to complain about. Then finds a "perfect" subject to complain about, it is his clothes.. come on dude lol

[@davidwilles8577]

I think Randy does more than one walk around on the same day so of course he will be wearing the same shirt in all of them. Love this channel and I can't understand sometimes why some people complain about the high price of cars now as the cars Randy show us are so cheap, why does everyone want a new car when some of these cars are gems just like the Monte Carlo on today's show.

[@jimmyjoseph51]

That vintage Monte Carlo is one of the most comfortable cars to drive and ride in. Long trips are a breeze in the MC. Randy, you found a real Gem in this 04 Monte Carlo.... congratulations... do hope you will keep it.

[@martinfernandonhs93]

I bought my 2000 SS for $1400 and it’s been great for the last 2 years I’ve owned it. These cars are very reliable

[@sonofkeya]

I enjoy the process. The walk around then bidding and winning. Makes me feel like it’s me doing it. The drive home is fun just to see if you make it. Great video Randy!!

[@danielhartin7680]

@@thomasmadden1011 Remember, this is the south.

[@tomconnect3924]

Lol Randy’s nuts.. I bet he makes small talk with his fridge. Haha “ this ice cube maker works Phenomenally and looks the interior works too”, “I’m telling you guys this is a score all day all day” 😂😂😂

[@fasteddy917]

There are a lot of channels with super cars and other high end cars but most of us would be going to Copart or IAA looking for a good price on a usable car. You fulfill that niche showing us what you look for and what we should as well and what we should offer for them. Thank you.

[@timbrooks9779]

Amen to that!!

[@shofan70]

I like when you buy the cheap cars too randy, they're more relatable. I'm not a super car guy like Sam, Freddy and all the rest.

[@ricklingard]

Totally agree, keep it real, love it

[@backyardgarage8285]

That's the main reason i watch his channel. Its relatable.

[@NiggaGang69]

@@backyardgarage8285yall are fuckin ass bro i love cars ima car guy

[@ecnirp9197]

it just shows that if u be kind and humble good things will definitely happen to you.congrats randy!

[@Andrew-bv6qc]

Bought my 2003 ss monte for 1600$ and it was a great purchase car is fully loaded like 145k miles

[@juvii7616]

I think your good, I found an 05 LT model too for only $1,200 with only 60,000 miles, aint bad at all.

[@DawsonCatterson]

I own a 2006 Chevy Monte Carlo LS, had it for 5 years. Love it, with only 103,000 miles bought it with 67,000 miles. Still runs like it new

[@tokuzumi1]

Use one of those "as seen on TV" magnetic dent pullers on the dents to see if it helps with those fender dents. I had a 2001 Grand Prix GTP coupe from 02-05. Loved that car. Guy I sold it to totaled it within a year of purchase.

[@neilforrest2677]

Love the Monte Carlo.... good purchase and should sell well. I love seeing you get great deals that need little work and you are excited about.

[@TheBBodyBuilder]

Everyone is complaining about how difficult it is to find a decent inexpensive car during the pandemic…Randy is like hold my soda and proceeds to hauling them home one after another. Good for you Randy! Love the videos and the variety of vehicles. This one seems like it’s a winner. Fix whatever is causing the service light to be on, detail it and get a PDR person to knock the dents out. Either keep it or give it away if your dealer license allows for that. I think you paid all the money for an unknown car at auction…however now that you have confirmed that the trans is not bad I think it’s a 3000 to $3500 dollar car all day long. Nice score.

[@DaveMcFly]

One of the most dependable and durable car I ever owned was a 2004 LS with the 3400. My dad bought it new in late 04 (it was leftover stock) and used it for his work car he is a respiratory therapist and used the cars HUGE trunk to carry his work supplies (his boss gave him extra in his check if he used his own car, which in the past was old GM wagons and a chrysler minivan). He put 140K on it in FOUR YEARS and when I needed a new daily driver as my old car was starting to fall apart from miles I bought it. I knew it was taken care off as me and him did ALL the maintenance on it. When I sold it 4 years later it had almost 190 and even tho it had visible rust and a check engine light that would NOT go out no mater what I fixed on it, but it still ran strong and EVERYTHING (except the gas gauge) worked perfectly. I kinda miss that car and would love to have another maybe the SS with the 3800 or the 5300 V8!

[@chefdwh]

Like I said this was my first brand new car. I had the SS and thought I was somebody. I had the 3800 Supercharged engine. Then I bought I believe the 2009 which had the V8. I miss my Monte Carlos! Great job Randy! That's a steal. We hope you keep it and show the old girl some love. Those were well loved miles I am sure. We would love to know what the Carfax says.

[@waynewolfe3343]

Most of the time 02 sensor on gm's is why the check engine light is on

[@dant-rex1727]

Great to hear you won it. I've had a fascination with the Monte Carlo's lately due to other reasons. But for sure there nice and slick cars.

[@west-texas9806]

One of my favorite part of your videos is the drive home. I always ask myself if your going to make it , and I get excited when you end up getting a good car. . It's just like that famous quote from that movie, life's like a box of chocolates you never know what you're going to get. I guess that applies to auction cars pretty well

[@danvetor1365]

ViceGrip Garage takes a bigger risk!

[@chevymontmarlo]

My favorite gen of Monte carlo

[@californiafox3974]

When are you going to find a Monte Carlo of that generation in that good of shape. If you wanted one for so long, I’d keep it. I’d replace that broken dash piece too.

[@BuiltByScott]

Randy quick thanks on this video. First car was an '02 Monte Carlo SS with the 3800. Thanks for letting me relive those memories.

[@lisatibbs6875]

I love my 2003 Monte Carlo SS, it sat for a couple of years also. It's red and in pretty good shape. I'm sinking some money into it. It has 167,000 on it. I've had it for 5 months. I'm keeping mine.Great video, you seem like one of the good guys. Enjoy your videos.

[@2003cobramustang]

Even though she’s nice hopefully there’s nothing wrong! Keeping my fingers crossed! You’ll get an SS someday i have faith! And the engine is clean i would keep it! I think you scored

[@swtsatir7211]

Its a pile of shit GM car! Of course there is something wrong with it! 😆

[@hullinger]

Great score and at a super nice price too. Congrats and picking a good one.

[@philjimenez4874]

Have the 04 SS same color as well over 200K on it And it drive like a gem also so fun to drive around

[@howwwie]

@philjimenez4874 I still have my '04 Monte SS Dale Jr edition that I bought brand new. It's getting close to 100k and glad the eng & trans is still in great shape. I just recently had an issue with the ground wire for the headlights rusting pretty bad and making some dash lights & blinkers act weird. I just cut the wires and put a new eye connector on them & problem solved

[@THALYRIKALONE]

I picked a 2002 Monte Carlo’s SS Intimidator up a month ago for 1,000. It had 138,000 miles on the dash. What I’ve replaced myself was the drivers side window switch and the window regulator assembly. I also got 2 back tires and an oil change, which fixed the big leak I was having.. yep, it was the oil pan drain plug lol . The a/c worked for 3 days, then all the Freon leaked out. But the engine and transmission run SMOOTH! Only problems I have now are fixing the aftermarket radio, the BCM making dash lights and fix the gas charcoal canister which is throwing a code and not allowing to fill tank above half lol

[@lailanitaganap2402]

3800 motor is super reliable one of the best motors ever made. Why did Chevy stop making them???

[@VIP3RSTRIK3R404]

Sadly that one isnt a 3800 but them cars are so cool!

[@chriskoprowski1980]

I really miss my Monte Carlo. They really were the best blend between a sports car and a sedan imo. Just a great, fun, daily driver that isnt boring af

[@legendsofcaraudiobradnewso8424]

My fiance had one of those when we met, and the BCM was bad (which i have heard is pretty common on those GM year vehicles). She would go down the road and it would just shut off on her. Also the gauges would just randomly quit working. Nice cars though and great scores, always love your content.

[@dannywmeeks]

I just bought an 04 Monte Carlo for my son. I was shocked at how well it ran after sitting under a tree for 18 months! A/C does not work but likely just low on freon. It is the LS model so it has the 3400 v6. Runs a hole in the wind! Has a few cosmetic issues with the dash but not a bad overall deal for the $1500 I paid!

[@Alphawave07]

The monte carlo has good handling and manueverability. I remember turning on tight corners much faster than i could with my 2010 charger sxt. A 2001 SS was my first car and honestly the way i see it i was a very lucky guy to have had that car 🥹 mine had the galaxy silver exterior with black interior and leather seats.

[@kobamalo60213]

Nice ride! Super well kept. My 04 SS is still pushing to this very day.

[@eddiespagetti8395]

Same year as mine. Sweet comfortable and handles very well actually. Cruiser for hiways. Low cost for parts easy to fix most of them. Enjoy

[@bobbiehollingsworth3418]

We bought our 2003 Monte brand new, drove it for 18 years until it was totaled in an accident. Loved that car, put some money in it along the way but it looked brand new on day of the accident. Broke our heart to say goodbye.

[@mikepriceup]

Randy and his diamond in the rough collection. Love that Monte myself. Not much to do to this one.

[@headhoncho4890]

I have an 01 ss I feel blessed to have it

[@scottcol23]

Randy, I like seeing you win a real clean fully working older car once in a while! It motivates me to get out there and look because there are still great finds to be had.

[@edwardduffin3477]

Very good car what a fantastic deal you’ve got wow I just spent £6000 on the car it went 6 miles down the road and broke down gearbox problem that’s a BMW so I’m very happy for you Eddie UK🇬🇧

[@Ryan-mg5ve]

I got an 04’ supercharged SS for $600 running and driving

[@gmcjimmy3580]

I have an 01 and the traction control makes the trans shake like hell but if you turn the traction control off it works fine.

[@tamsyct]

A 99 monte carlo was my first personal car. It was a nice ride and went good in the snow. Unfortunately I am however a full blown suv/truck gal. I did notice every car with the same body of the 99 had rust by the back tire on the driver side.

[@ramblingsofnothing7783]

Check the intake for coolant leaks. The 3400 tends to leak coolant from the intake not only externally but into the the cylinders

[@dwoolaver1549]

The ones before 2004 had bad headgaskets

[@lukeson8934]

ha that roach is still sitting on the column XD

[@PantherlPlatformGuy]

You scored big time with that car Randy! I love those cars too!

[@armedinbama]

Based on what we know now, $2000/$2500 is a great price for that car. If you could sell it as a private individual, there is definitely profit to be made. Looking forward to seeing the diagnosis.

[@joerosa8924]

Yes the Chevy Monte Carlo was worth the 1600 that you paid for it I'm just surprised that the previous owner took such good care of the vehicle and all sudden stop driving it after 2 years great video Randy

[@rayshutsa6690]

I love this style of Monte Carlo. 1600 is a steal of a deal. You are on a roll. Great job on the deals you are making. I like how honest you are. 😀👍🇨🇦

[@benjaminjenkins4985]

I absolutely 100% would have paid $2000 for that car..it is awesome! Love your videos Randy!!

[@Expatriate1977]

That monte is worth it. They are great cars. They keep going forever.

[@BrendanW0214]

One of my neighbors when I was little had one of these that was the same color actually. Great score!

[@christineleonard2036]

I had a 2005 LT. Bought it brand new. Owned it 5 years without one issue. I loved the car. Just got the new car bug and traded it.

[@Senseless-vf3dp]

That's a good car my wife's mother has the same one and it's been a great car even though it has a 3400 motor. But the leaves Randy could be they just had it parked underneath a tree and was collecting leaves while still driving it. Great buy. Two thumbs up, 👍👍

[@Onewheelordeal]

I'd say keep it if it didn't have that motor. I thought these were kind of meh in the day but now gotta say I love spotting one in a sea of other 00s GMs where I live

[@tmikemay6223]

Don’t go to Wally World for oil change do it urself is it still PH-3387A Fram and bout 5 qts Castrol 5W30 high mileage. And ur goodtogo

[@curtiscarpenter9154]

You done it again Randy. You found a gem . its a beautiful car

[@johnmccartyjr.2130]

I always liked that latter style Monte Carlo as well. Sam's like Chevy ditches all the nice cars and leaves no choice now but SUV's. Not everyone has your standard "2 kids in the back". Lol

[@dworsak79]

I really enjoy when you buy the cheap cars. It's great content. You scored on that Monte Carlo.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Thank you

[@perfmr2]

My feeling is its a lockdown/ work from home car that just became surplus to requirements. Either way, its a great score.

[@timbowhite3215]

Good Morning My Good Little Bro Randy Lee Shear Of Auto Auction Rebuilds

[@damnitdave.]

You just picking up cars with no issues is still entertaining because you still never know what might happen later it's the suspicion and that comes with all used cause you could drive it a week and it not have any issues then issues can just pop up ur just a great content maker randy keep up the good work 💯✔

[@500sylvain]

I love this video because the only cars I love since the 70s are, Monte Carlo, Grand Prix🤗, Cutlass Supreme and Buick Regal.

[@derekbush1815]

Keep it and park it in the shop in byers. Tint the windows and clean it up. Would be a nice car to drive around once in a while. 💯

[@norcalsvt0354]

With those miles more than likely the trans has been rebuilt #1 major flaw after that the intake manifold gaskets if those have been done you should be fine

[@jayy.cls6]

It’s a nice monte randy I’m not gonna lie, if you decide to keep I’d suggest maybe letting nick have a go at it and get to learning the experience of driving one of these. Excited to see the video on that lovely Lincoln town car you just acquired as well!!

[@volvowagon70]

I personally find you very entertaining Randy, and I look forward to what happens in your next video. I also find it entertaining to think that Jessica is going to develop carpal tunnel from all the head shaking. Keep up the good content!

[@markp2865]

Interior looks like new! See if Lucky will buy it. He loves Monte Carlos. Not sure if you will get much more at IAA auction. Take it to the drag strip to see what it will do in the 1/4 mile.

[@anthonylombardo9949]

You should keep it it’s beautiful my dad had a blue 2004 Monte Carlo he got it brand new and I loved it 🥰

[@tommyhall8301]

Good to see you randy good luck buddy take care see you soon

[@Rue_rebuilds]

That temp gauge definitely was creeping up I have a Pontiac same year my temperature never moves stays at about a quarter only seen it get to half when I had a head problem but you can pick them up for around 800-1000$ for a good condition one in the dmv

[@jenniferstephany9231]

That was a home run. Keep and enjoy your car for a while.

[@mikecamann2139]

I love this car. Always have. A relative of mine had a black Monte Carlo SS just like this one (older though, a 2001 maybe) with Dale Earnhardt edition trim that I believe came directly from Sr's dealership in the Carolinas. What a cool car that was!

[@BigJon22091]

That’s a nice MC. You should definitely keep it for a while. Meet up with Lucky and show it to him. That’d be cool to see. Awesome content, Bro! 💯👍🏾👍🏾

[@paladinjustice6391]

It's thrilling to know that AAR is going to keep a good old car going.

[@SupremeKid98]

I swear sometime hoovie stages some of his content...especially stuff like leaky hoses or something simple

[@jamesdonohue9747]

Good things happen to good people .Nice monte Randy SCORE👍👍

[@skunkworks9-3]

W body always had a nice ride compared to other mid size cars in that price point. That 3400 makes my right eye twitch but if maintenance has been done then she'll hang out for a bit.

[@aaron7671]

As long as you change the intake gaskets the 3400 is a fantastic engine, not fast but pretty reliable

[@dwoolaver1549]

​@@aaron7671ive got 2004 with 3.4 and im impressed with how well it pulls, ive had many montes and z24s and it will walk over any 3.1 or 2.8 standard ive ever had.

[@henryg683]

Randy I guess I’m really showing my age because when I was your age a lot of these cars were what we called hundred dollar specials and that’s what we paid for them!!! But I guess you got a good deal as far as it goes!!!!!

[@Captain_DeSync]

If you like it enough, certainly keep it for a while. Especially since you wanted one ever since they came out lol.

[@geraldsmith9540]

I wished you lived in Jersey Randy. You and I would have a blast finding cars like these. Can’t believe how all the cars I liked back in the day, including this one are in Oklahoma 🤣. Keep it and have some fun with it, you deserve it!!!

[@dynamodbld4814]

Randy, You’re new daily driver!!!

[@rickilee961]

My brother-in-law Love's Monte Carlo hes had every model from the beginning

[@docgiggles130]

Keep the Monte Carlo for awhile and enjoy it. You can sell it once the fun wears off and at $2000, it will be hard to lose money. You are in that rare place where you can buy and drive the cars you always wanted and then move on to the next one you always wanted.

[@quaylonbordelon2903]

One thing that I learned about that generation of Monte Carlo they like to cut out meaning randomly shut off while driving and that’s caused by either a bad harmonic balancer or from one of the wires rubbing and arcing by the fuse box other than that there good cars my brother had 2 both had the same issues

[@lirr408]

I am glad when you win a vehicle and it at least gets you home with little or no problems. It is like the battle is won. I have been there both good and bad. I bought cars from Suffolk Gounty. Some were good and some were mistakes.

[@SteveHill-mn6wb]

I think u did bad ass on this monte. Back when the auction in so cal was kicking I bought 1975 monte with a 454. Very fast. Also picked up a 74 mustang 2 for 275.00. 310 with fees. Drove it a year and sold it for 5 hundy. Man I miss that auction a lot of police impound s. Lot of old cop cars old company vehicles. The best score was a 1987 dodge diplomat police package had a beefed up 318. This was in 97 so ten years old paid 700 and bout a hundy in fees. Take care man. Steve. H. Orange county southern California

[@movieguy1985]

I had one just like that! A 2005, LT same color with a checkered flag across the side. Really sharp car, unique style. Mine had the 3800 series with leather seats but in all honesty, I'd never buy another one for 1 reason...GM security. I had a serious issue with the security feature on mine, and 3 mechs couldn't give me an answer. We tried to do the bypass on it, didnt work. Wipers would work then not work, car wouldn't start half the time...would even stall out on the road once and a while if I used my signal lights. I was told by 2 techs it was the computer and 1 told me BCM. I ended up having to sell it just because it wasn't reliable anymore. A few times I had to boost it just to get home, it was drawing power from somewhere. I ended up selling it to some guy, he got arrested in BC with it, car was impounded and then used for fire safety...to this day I have NO idea how he drove halfway across the country in a car that probably wont start again when shut off.

[@lesterburritt2038]

Awesome buy. That looks like it has new heads on it and manifolds.

[@kennethstevenson976]

Another good car. The age and amount of bid allows someone willing and in the know to get a good driver when others won't bid above a certain amount.

[@edmarkham2632]

Yes, you got in their pocket. That's a great car.That car has more steel in it than today's cars. That is why it rides so good, weight., not plastics

[@jgill1175]

Absolutely got a steal of a deal on it. Loving the new cars you’ve gotten, esp interested in the 2 door Blazer.

[@gerredstallings465]

A good one sitting for 2 years I don't mind seeing on video u taken a car home breaking down sucks I'd rather make it home each time your content is good every time I don't find it boring at all

[@Jddvs]

Polish the headlights, clean the interior, top off the fluids,, and change the oil and it will be as good as it can be.

[@ordinaryJeff]

Nice catch. Never have been to these auctions myself. I have too many cars atm anyway. Wasn't sure if I was going to have to fight those guys off one time though. My truck was totaled from a minor side-swipe. I decided to keep it and take the payout minus scrap value. A few days later started getting messages from them wanting to know when someone could stop by to pick it up. Said "No, I'm keeping it". Next day another message wanting to pick it up. Sigh....

[@courteneyjohn9249]

Yes Randy it's really entertaining I love the content

[@neilhartigan7456]

I bought a car once and it started smoking and caught fire I didn’t think that was fun! Lol!

[@bernardhamilton2205]

Considering the conditioning of the Monte you absolutely scored Randy 👍

[@bizkit81]

I wish I could but it. I’d use that to commute back and to from home to work and have a vehicle that I could park there while I’m on road.

[@claytoncoolidge992]

She's got the 3.4 tick. Piston slap. Once it gets it warm its not long left in it

[@dalemagners404]

Uhhh? You said in the beginning of the video it had Douglas tires and at the end it now has Michigan tires. Humm?