I won this 1998 GMC Jimmy 4x4 for $925 from IAA! You Won't Believe it!

[@MuderDrones-FanJunkie]

Steel wool was most likely used to keep the rodents from chewing the wires up. They must’ve known they were going to park it and did it to protect the wiring. From the looks of it, it looks like it worked.

[@bobbywilliams9387]

i was about to type this. my 1st thought was they were protecting the important bits

[@BloodHavenGlobal]

stole the words right out of my mouth but yes thats exactly what those were placed there for.

[@kriswolski7208]

Yep, steel wool is a great deterrent to keep critters from chewing on wires and plastic

[@makpsv]

Or they had to replace the wiring harnes and didn't want to do it again... 🤔

[@Mono_Jungla]

That's pretty cool

[@staggeringteno]

rodents dont like to eat through steel wool, could be a attempt to prevent rodens eating crucial wiring

[@dkbaker336]

That’s what I thought as well!

[@BigSi-xw6wv]

Thats what i assumed as a well

[@mindblownwatcher8536]

Yeah but then the down side is if there is a short steel wool lights up real easy!

[@corypatrick6247]

What's the demolition derby on KZbin two cars tor a crap out of each other

[@damonwade9476]

That makes sense thanks for the info

[@JackKnifeJoe9472]

The brillo pads tell me they planned on it sitting for a long period of time because you use steel wool to detor rodents so it was more than likely to keep rodents from eating the wiring

[@lloydcc]

It was also used to slow corrosion of wires from what I was told when I was much younger. Both means they knew it was going to be sitting.

[@JackKnifeJoe9472]

yeah I was told that too now that you mention it i forgot about that so yeah they definitely knew it was going to be sitting and knew what they were doing and cared about it

[@lawrencetaylor5481]

That's what my thought was. Heard that many, many moons go that it rodents won't eat Brillo pads and it helps slow corrosion.

[@davidkucher5.0Coy]

You got it. 👍

[@manoman0]

Highly interesting piece of info.

[@kqb64]

Smart owner,cared about the vehicle, protecting the wires from being eatin thru by mice...

[@quaylonbordelon2903]

Brillo pad is to keep the rats from chewing through the wires

[@dalewilliams1971]

Brillo pads will deter rodents as I recall. They probably planned on it sitting for a long period of time and put those there to protect the engine wiring from rodents.

[@richardbates2367]

Yes, and I was going to say it was to keep rodents from harvesting on the harnesses under the hood, and the mileage wouldn't bother my last daily driver was a 86 Chevy k20 on its 4 th motor which I rebuilt it was a 0.30 over 75 Chevy 355 4 bolt main built from a Chevy 010 350 ac factory block.trw hyperutic pistons sealed power piston rings file fit, competition cams xe268h 221/224 degrees duration 477/480 lift cam kit and noisy summit racing brand timing gear set. Truck had 297,77 when I got rid of it needed bodywork because it was beat and dented up it had a pretty solid cab floor needed the starter swapped and the carb rebuilt or slap another one on it, would start right up with starting fluid but didn't want to idle, and starter was weak

[@richardbates2367]

Truck I have now I'm not sure what it's mileage was it's either 124, or 174, in 2020 and then in the winter the speedometer quit the tem guage the high beams indicator turn signals,tach and the battery voltage gauge quit working and then the odometer quit and the cluster was changed it's a 2000 dodge ram Laramie slt quad cab long bed 1500 5.2 litre magnum v8 4x4

[@AVC-Works]

This Jimmy is cared for! Love it... she deserves a good wash and wax! Tyre shine... everyting!

[@Monza62000]

they did that to keep mice from eating the wires

[@JohnMiller-zn9pf]

that was my first thought

[@thaniaarras5340]

Oh Shoot

[@luisinhoens90]

This Jimmy sounds like a good winter beater. I'm surprised how the interior has kept up for being 24 y/o. A dash without cracks is quite surprising at this point

[@Don.Lamaack]

Speaking from experience, these are terrible winter vehicles. Wheel base is too small for the weight and handling in the snow. The vortec engine is fantastic and can make 500k with decent maintenance, but at the milage that's on this one it's probably had 5 transmissions already. 4L60E is a POS.

[@samholdsworth420]

My 99 blazer has a perfect dash because the original owner but a dash mat on it. The speaker grills and vent grill on the other hand....

[@TurkeyEyes6690]

​@Don.Lamaack both of mine had engines go out before trans sonoma at 131k and blazer at 180k

[@ianrs6310]

Had a Black with tan leather '97 Blazer LT. Pretty nice unit, once you get past all the interior gremlins. I have a buddy who has a '05 2 door GMC Jimmy. Last year of this model and he picked it up new when they were clearing them out. It's sitting in his garage today with a 1000 miles on it, seats still wrapped in plastic. He laughs and has no idea why he preserved a 2005 Jimmy. It's pretty neat to see though.

[@JayH237]

The mileage isn't as important as how a vehicle was maintained and kept up. Just because a vehicle hits 100k, 150k or 200k if kept up they'll generally keep going. You're in the non rust belt area so that helps significantly of how long a vehicle will last too.

[@rodneynoble1147]

Years ago my wife and I had a late 90s Chevy Astro all wheel drive. That was basically the same thing as the GMC jimmy, and the Chevy S 10 blazer. That vehicle had 450,000 miles on it, and round like a top. One of the only GM products I’ve ever owned, that I actually trusted to take cross country. So yes I think you got a good deal on it, when I sold mine I got $1300 for it, and that would’ve been around 2010.

[@luisinhoens90]

those are tanks. A co-worker still owns a 2002 AWD and he says he'll never sell it. He just put some 30 inch A/T tires on it and took it on a camping trip

[@Charkatak]

I believe it is the experience that counts. When we go to the movies, we just watch and don't get any tangible goods in return, however the enjoyment is the key. We enjoy your videos and it feels "as if one of your friends is buying or just bought a car and you both test drive it".

[@Leon-uj7pc]

I think you got it for a good price. You have a nice winter beater with 4x4 on it. These were everywhere back in the day. They were not the greatest vehicle but they were pretty solid and reasonably reliable. The only real issues they suffered was that the oil filter lines would leak but they were easy enough to replace when on a lift. I always loved the "oh Crap" grab bar on the dash. That Jimmy will make somebody a solid car at the auction

[@caydenworley5002]

This truck honestly is a really good example, I was genuinely expecting the 4WD system not to work since it’s a Vaccum 4WD which almost ALWAYS have rotted out vaccum lines and it’s basically stuck in 2WD. This truck is an absolute steal, if those lines aren’t dry-rotted then that’s great. But if they’re starting to feel stiff or starting to feel brittle then replace them ASAP. But that thing is still a solid vehicle. Whoever the owners were clearly took care of it and wanted it to last.

[@BobbyFocus2008]

That Jimmy is one of the cleanest of that year I've seen in awhile, honestly I like that 4.3l vortec v6 a friend had that engine in his S10 and it lasted 471.236 miles before she got weazy and died so from what I've seen they last if taken care of. I'd drive it mileage doesn't matter to me of course I'm an A.S.E. certified mechanic so if things break I can fix them . Definitely a good buy in my opinion.

[@richroj]

Good Lord Randy, I love that Jimmy SLS. it looks and runs really good. it looks like you have a winner there 👍👍

[@Don.Lamaack]

Randy - If your not familiar with these vehicles there is a smallish list of common issues with these 1. These are notorious for the fuel sending units going bad and the gauge will read all over the place. 2. The 4x4 is vacuum actuated and that likes to blow out pretty often but is easy to replace, just pull the battery tray and there is 2 bolts in the fender well that hold it in place. 3. 4L60E transmission I would assume you are somewhat familiar with, terrible transmission that loves to blow it's sun shell into pieces Good news is though that 4.3 vortec will run forever if it's been taken care of.

[@DJTAZ1996]

Those 4.3 vortec v6 are great and powerful engines. The gmc jimmys are nice well built trucks

[@1998MonroeNYColonial]

Other than poor fuel economy, those Jimmy, Envoy, Blazers, and Bravadas were decent trucks. I’m sure they’re more reliable than all the newer Chevys and GMC products they make today.

[@gerredstallings465]

I just got my 99 doge ram wheel chair van back from the dealership the water pump was leaking 900 bucks but it's fixed no problems 64 thousand miles now 55 when I got it it's been a good van no problems with the Jimmy I figured something would be good video

[@jorgebetancourt9303]

Thanks to those Brillo pads those wires are still intact. Rodents do not like chewing through steel wool.

[@danlenox1430]

There's a military base sticker on the windshield, above the rearview mirror.. my guess is that it was owned by someone older in the military who drove it around a lot, probably cross country, and also serviced it, unlike most people lol, and then they taped brillo pads to the wires to keep them from being eaten up by rodents while it sat while they were away, possibly on a deployment.. maybe it got damaged while they were away, or maybe they didn't return and it was sent to auction by the family..

[@bruceeggleston2871]

You can break the 4x4 unit by switching at that speed without stopping, the abs light might be a sensor, the 4l60e transmission is good unit but needs service, check tire jack in back side, the trunk cover always rattle

[@ryurc3033]

I drive a 2000 bravada daily, 274k miles, and really has been a great truck. Decent fuel mileage, truck ground clearance......

[@samholdsworth420]

They don't get decent mpg. Not even close lol I drive a 99 blazer 2wd with 3.42 gearing and it gets about 13.5 (lots of hills) city 16-17 highway

[@ryurc3033]

@@samholdsworth420 sorry about your luck, should have specified good mileage for a truck. I can get 21 when I do the speed limit on the highway, but I drive like somebodys grandpa I guess. But when a new hemi dodge ram 4 door only gets 10-12, Z71 Silverado with big rims and 5.3 gets 10.....it's not Hyundai fuel mileage but blazers/jimmy/ bravada on par with a v6 4x4 Toyota truck.

[@veh]

Keep the jimmy. It would work great for small trails and fit in parking spaces very easily. It is just a beautiful masterpiece in my eyes.

[@bungeycord5971]

Had a 97 blazer, sold at 267k miles. Worst thing was trying to swap the starter, it was a good vehicle.

[@williamnegron821]

The person who owned the vehicle prior knew the GMC was going to be sitting so they put Brillo pads on all the wires to keep the mice from chewing the wires thats old school

[@grier6191]

On those older cars I would be inspecting All the frames for being rusted out and all the rubber mounts. Especially if they have been expose to a winter salt or salt brine.

[@RyRyWags]

The ABS light is sometimes from the ABS brake modulator. It's where all the brake lines go into in the engine compartment. I replaced mine with a remanufactured one and it fixed the problem. It cost me about $70.

[@migueblankito]

Randy, My dad used to have one of thise when they came out brand new I love them, confortable, with lots of power and extrimely low manteinance, I would love to buy it from you to gift it to my father, I am in Venezuela so no can do, thank you for bringing good memories to me.

[@kevinbaker3426]

Yeah fellows, people use to use steel wool to plug holes in house to keep rats out, probably still do. Guess owner's of this Jimmy thought it would work on Wiring harness.

[@lovellmills7959]

Someone took *AMAZING* care of that Jimmy!! I bought my mom her 96 Blazer at my local auction for 1k with 120k miles she loves it!

[@barnabius]

That's a keeper. These trucks are very reliable when they're maintained. Comfortable too

[@spartanlink_047]

@4:22 You can tape Brillo Pads like that to repel pests chewing the wires or hoses. you can see where some of the Brillo Pads were bitten by mice at one point. Whoever owned this thing loved it and took care of it man. This one should be a winner so far. Just remove them before travel.

[@SchnelleKat]

These vehicles are bulletproof and diehards with the 4.3 v6. I've seen them here in Michigan with over 400k. Nice buy for $925! imo they did "Age" a bit... but not in a bad way. still a very affordable low budget piece right here!

[@brianmohabir9627]

The Brillo pad prevent the wiring harness from being chewed on which is very smart when you are going to park a car

[@maxpower1911]

These are great trucks. My family had a few of them when I was a kid, and I rebuilt an S10 pickup with that same motor. You're getting phenomenal oil pressure for a 4.3 of that mileage. What I like about the S10/Jimmy/Blazer/Bravada is they're really easy to work on. The parts are also very cheap. Not too many things on that vehicle cost more than a couple hundred bucks. I recently had to replace my crankshaft position sensor and pigtail, and it cost me a total of $20 plus a few minutes with my scanner to relearn the sensor. This is a 10/10 purchase. Someone is going to be getting a hell of a nice vehicle for their bid.

[@robertclubs9908]

Hey my friend if it makes you happy it must make us happy because we're watching it. Take care my friend.

[@gregoryreffitt7957]

Billo pads are To keep the mice and rodents from the engine and wiring

[@Kirawolf1971]

The 1998 GMC Jimmy is a excellent buy.

[@1998MonroeNYColonial]

I must say, that GMC Jimmy/Chevy Blazer looks like it was REALLY well taken care of over the last 25 years. Someone must’ve taken pride in all the maintenance that went into it. I’m very surprised that it still runs and drives really well and with very little problems, considering the high mileage it has on it. Other than that, most of these trucks have ALL been destroyed over the years and are long gone at this point. Nonetheless, nice find! I hope it goes to a good home. 👍🏻🏠

[@dusty07G5]

I just bought a 1997 Jimmy SLE with 198k miles for 3.5k

[@helderferreira8112]

I had 2 jimmys and both left me with 300 plus just had issue with trans on my second one lost od but still worked for a while love the 4.3 with 200 r4 good set up

[@thunderroad7289]

We have done that to race cars that would set all winter. Rodents don’t like Brillo pads. It protects the wires. We also but in air box. Always kept them out

[@jeremypack7022]

I am so loving your videos, but, I can't wait to see more of what you do with that little tan Honda! I absolutely love it! ❤️ Whoever gets that will be so lucky! ❤️ I don't have the money for it, but, I just know someone is going to absolutely love it as much as I do! ❤️

[@2003cobramustang]

Brillo pads never heard of that that’s strange!! Roxy such a cute pup! The jimmy might be a diamond in the rough. Just thinking the pads where there maybe too prevent the wires from getting chewed?

[@darylkik777]

Like others have just said. Steel Wool is one things that rodents do not like to eat. I use it to plug a few holes where field mice used to get in the house. They never got in again.

[@brianleclerc1593]

That will make a good little SUV for someone

[@trbstang]

I wondered how you were buying all these cars. I didn't even think about you getting a floorplan account, but that's a great idea for you! Stepping up to the next level!

[@ryanravencaller]

I wish i could have this!!! i would change the trans fluid, coolant, check everything else and change as needed, Id keep racking the miles up gladly.

[@williamrogers733]

I currently own the same vehicle, minus the 4×4. A few problems over the years, fuel pump, hub bearings ( recently), currently needs axle bearings. The bearings are mostly the cause of this beat up road that I drive up and down daily. That's a lot of miles. Mine had 152k , when I bought it about 8 years ago, currently 205k.

[@johnvickers574]

Hey randy. I used jb wield to stop an oil pan leak it was [on it for 3 years when I sold it but wasn't leaking no more it really works but you can do it just to see if it's runs good great job

[@xDarkAngelxc]

Wow I was not expecting this thing to even be able to run. Someone really took good care of it.

[@CeLautrec]

My first car was one of these in dark blue, and even tho it was a rust bucket, just about everything worked. The engine had some serious issues, probably a clogged cat if not something worse, but it was a trooper. Took a deer to the front end and drove away needing just new headlights and a grille lol. My dad got it for me for about $1k.

[@MrCed318]

Good Ideal to tape the Brillo to keep the rats from eating the wires

[@just4kicks950]

Looks amazing From my end . Someone really took care of it Randy. I bought a 96 S 10 & 98 blazer new. You shouldn't have a problem selling it. Salute 🤘😎

[@autoauctionrebuildsofficia3302]

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[@HyprFox]

Blazers were notorious for ABS issues. I've replaces the ABS module twice in my 01 Blazer. And they love to blow break lines.

[@samholdsworth420]

My blazer has 265k and no abs light. Never had brake lines failure. I live in San Diego tho lol

[@calvinh.8882]

Some people say SOS pads will stop mice/rats from chewing on things.

[@beso4247]

They did that to keep the mice off the wires.

[@EverythingKentucky]

Cruise control doesn't work probably because ABS light is on.

[@bobbyray7978]

Someone cared for this Jimmy very good video randy nice buy 👍

[@roachlarry1488]

Sos/brillo pads around wiring is to deter mice from sitting on the engine or ecu and eating the wires where they make connections.

[@WalterKnox]

I love how so many people act like 250,000 miles is extremely high or something. Almost every car I have had has had that many miles on them. Although I have had mostly 80s-90s Toyotas and old redblock volvos, so for them it is really nothing.

[@samholdsworth420]

250k you are returning from the moon. Lol My blazer has 265k

[@WalterKnox]

@@samholdsworth420 Yeah. I am certainly not saying that it is not a long distance. but it certainly is not like a crazy high amount of mileage. I would have no problem buying a car with that many miles or more as long as it has been taken care of (I have and will probably again). I would much rather have a well maintained car with 300,000 miles and trust it much more than the same car with only 50,000 miles but it was not maintained properly.

[@emmittmatthews8636]

I had a 97 Blazer 4.3, 4x4. I absolutely loved that buggy. I got it cheap like 16 years ago with 116k on it and it needed a few things. I delivered pizza in it and drove it off-roading all the time. I beat that poor thing mercifully and probably replaced half the parts on it, but i put 25k-28k per year on it and drove it hard as hell. After a little over 3 years it finally blew a head gasket, and the rear end was going out, plus BOTH my leaf springs were cracked IN HALF. The rear wheels actually had moved towards the back of the wheel wells, which is how I noticed. Lol. It was just over 200k and a scraped it. Salt was getting to it too. Long story short, that thing took a beating from hell. I wish I had a nice one again. I would treat it good this time. Lol

[@ryzen397]

ABS goes off when you put it in 4 low.

[@mattvermont7994]

As some have said, the Brillo (or steel wool) keeps the rodents from chewing the wiring. Apparently they don't like a mouth full of Brillo 🤣.

[@elizabethwulf8710]

To keep the nice out so they don't eat the wires

[@KandBDoormasters]

Garage door tip… Shove Brillo pads into the edges of you bottom seal to help prevent mice chewing thru the seal

[@dna59]

That vehicle was cared for. It's shocking not to see that dash all warped and cracked for that age and mileage.

[@effay5one3]

Some of the prices I've seen lately in Cincinnati, you could shoot for at least $8k on that Jimmy 🤣🤣

[@tdtvkc1]

People usually use steel wool to put into holes and cracks in walls to keep rodents from coming in. Rodents don't like to chew through steel wool. Since Brillo is kind of like steel wool I guess the previous owner though it would keep mice and critters from chewing on the wires. Like someone else said, it looks like it worked. Looks like a nice buy.

[@autoauctionrebuildsofficia3302]

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[@gregoryreffitt7957]

Roxie wants to go with and check out the Jimmy too. LOL

[@Ghostofurzikstan]

i have a 2000 bravada 4.3 with 103,000 miles on it so clean you cant even tell its 23 years old

[@neilmurphy845]

I think that was most definitely all highway miles and maybe a few town miles that car/truck is mint

[@jessicaberry5161]

I used to have a jimmy just like that and I'd try to buy the Jimmy from you if I lived closer but I'm in Alabama. My Jimmy was identical to this one. Same year make and model even color.

[@wayneschaaf3010]

Randy the Brillo pads was put on the wiring to keep the rodents from chewing up the wires, send the Jimmy to the detail shop for exterior detail would love to see its former glory. Wayne in Virginia

[@cutehumor]

You have to be a dealer to win a charity car from auction? damn it. right now, I saw a buick lesabre with 80k miles in excellent condition that runs and drives in my IAA auction in my city, it's a charity car.

[@workingman1791]

Vehicles were made so much better 20 years ago.this is a prime example here,with plenty of life left.

[@autoauctionrebuildsofficia3302]

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[@workingman1791]

@@autoauctionrebuildsofficia3302 is this real,and how can I claim?great video randy👍

[@gregoryreffitt7957]

Jimmy is a great vehicle and the 4.3 is a great engine.

[@steveosgood9182]

dude, I know you were just watching Flying Wheels and his custom 2002 Escalade with roof removed. I think you should do a series on something similar. That should bring in a lot of views,

[@buddybrown4665]

I have a '97 with the same miles. Bet she gets 20 mpg or better. My daily driver.

[@craiggraham8790]

I had that same engine with 300k and still ran good

[@tyleridle1356]

Fun fact is I think even the original Sirius radios will still work as it’s never really been updated and since Sirius and xm merged the audio quality on most radios is terrible compared to even fm. I noticed that radio also has HD radio which means it would have probably been one of the top of the line radios you could have gotten, even today other than a new car that may come with an HD radio they are very expensive, most cost around $400 if you wanted one with CarPlay/android auto with HD radio you are looking to pay $700-$800+ for it. I’d love to be able to afford one

[@rodneynoble1147]

Brillo pads will kill mice dead.

[@WildDigger]

Man that Jimmy would be a great hunting vehicle. 4x4 and all! Shoot great deal for someone.

[@Kram1974able]

to save the wire harness from the squirrel and rat I wish you all the best randy love your videos

[@peterkwok9608]

I like this Jimmy. It's still in good shape despite of the high mileage. I will keep it and drive it as a beater 😎😎👍👍

[@gilron9585]

Nice video, What is the reason that charity donated cars are sold only to dealers in auto auctions ?

[@bettermost]

Brillo pads are there for mice/rodents

[@LOUISIANAMAN1984]

The brillo pads are for rats not to eat the wires because they don't like those

[@ronniemaluginSweetwaterfarm]

steel wool is a great deterant for mice, squirrels, rats not to chew threw anything the wool is wrapping. Old school trick

[@samholdsworth420]

My 99 blazer has 265k on the clock. 😎

[@calebwiant1182]

DONT EVER SHIFT IT INTO 4 WHEEL DRIVE WHILE DRIVING DOWN THE ROAD IT WILL DAMAGE GEARS IN THE FRONT DIFF AND USING IT FOR LONG PERIODS OF TIME ON THE ROAD WILL BURN THE TRANSFER CASE CLUTCHES. just thought id let you know

[@dernz3428]

Idk if you’ve already gotten your answer about the steel wool, but it’s there for rodents to keep them away from the wiring. Looks a mess, but probably saved some of the wiring from the critters!

[@troy2478]

Those Craftsman lawn mowers run forever. I had one I bought in 1998 that just died in 2019.

[@robertcombs1950]

Randy maybe the brillo pads was tape to the wires to keep mice and rats from chewing the wires.

[@samparrish1047]

Can we see more Chevy Silverados and GMC Sierras on your copart walk arounds?

[@samparrish1047]

I tried to find you on telegram but I couldn’t find you

[@cripwalk8880]

There is a lot of people in my neighborhood that tailgate every day all day I hate that stuff to people must be depressed about the COVID-19. But there’s no way excuse for driving reckless we don’t need no accidents I like your car bro Chevy blazer thumbs up

[@warrenking7002]

the brillo pads help keep rodants from eating wires

[@wollver2072]

Amazing video randy,I think the jimmy still has some good potential and a lot of life still left,the perfect car for a person,have a danm good day randy.