IAA Walk Around 6-21-23 + My Dream Car - 1985 Chrysler Fifth Avenue!!

There's a story behind this car! It's one that I just have to get!
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[@alexandercampbell6594]

That truck stop joke killed me!!

[@70brine]

The cars at IAA have character. I enjoy these videos. My Grandpa had a 5th Avenue. Good memories for me. Get it!

[@glennstiller7616]

Most of those 80s Chryslers have had the lean burn system removed and converted to standard carb/ignition system for reliability. Once converted they were fine. I would love to see you work on that 5th Ave. Sounds like a sticky lifter (hydraulic).

[@HarleyBadger]

EXACTLY this. Remove the LBS from the 318 and that will boost its reliability 100 times.

[@leifandersen2756]

An old car from the eighties and an Audi A5S ? I would chose the Audi all day long in a perfect state .

[@HarleyBadger]

@@leifandersen2756 Go for it, although the Audi's transmission is gone at 50k-something, not surprising for an Audi.

[@2DogsVlogs]

The ELB system was such a gimmick and a quick fix. We almost upgraded our 1975 for a 1979 with ELB but heard all the issues. We kept our car till 1988 when it went for a 6 too a 5cl and over 350K on it. Bought it for $4k and sold it for $3500.

[@HoschtonBoy]

When you two guys get together even my laptop laughs a little bit. I swear !

[@Mitchell.Is.De.Naam.]

You keep saying people won't like content about older cars like that Fifth Avenue, but I think most of your audience will love a small rebuild of that whole car. Giving it to your dad would make for even more content I think.

[@fennec13]

I had a 1986 5th Ave, and man you couldn't kill that engine - as a young man in the mid 1990's - it was the whole front end of suspension that was dying that made me give her up after like 4 years. I sold it to a friend who beat the hell out of it for the next 4 - 5 years and he loved it just as much as i did ! But instead of leather I had those crushed velet style seats - so comfortable.

[@nascar-fanjunkie5062]

I think having the 5th Avenue would be pretty cool! I noticed you mentioned the motor would probably need to be pulled and resealed with gaskets and such. That would be another cool thing to do! Get it for cheap and have a cool little project tear down and spruce it up and give it a nice coat of paint. Hope the bids go well I would love to see this car on the channel. Best regards Randy!

[@rinoabate5013]

The 5th Avenue would be a great addition to the channel. That really does bring back many memories.

[@Aptnumber9]

Love the Fifth Avenue! Bring it back to life PLEASE!

[@amadeo_serrano]

7:36 In place of the shredded vinyl top, strip off the vinyl, sand the surface and spray it with color-keyed bedliner. The texture is just about right to simulate a vinyl top and actually looks OK. Just mask and save the trim strip between the vinyl and painted area of the roof to preserve the appearance of a quarter-vinyl roof.

[@johnb.7979]

I would agree normally but this car has a fiberglass plug that shapes the rear roof. The vinyl top bridges that transition from metal to fiberglass.

[@jerrytate9394]

If you buy the 5th Avenue Chrysler every time you drive it you may have flash backs on other memories you had with a car like this. NICE!

[@brianhayes7618]

I had a 87 Fifth Avenue red with red leather interior fully loaded that never gave me any grief. My wife still says it was the most comfortable car she's ever drove and it was very nice on long road trips.

[@thomashickman4082]

Randy duuuuude you need that Chrysler! I actually had one of those about 15 or so years ago. Was one of the most comfortable cars I'd ever driven. Felt like my grandmothers couch. That car had so much character

[@ThomasMercury91]

Love the old Chrysler. Definitely would enjoy seeing it on the channel.

[@timothymarshall9631]

Randy, love the walk arounds you and MWM have been doing. Classic! This is what got your base viewers watching your channel. Love seeing the rough vehicles you find and bring back to life.

[@getcreative01]

My grandmother had a 1988 New Yorker. I think those seats were called tufted seat cushions.

[@JJ9715]

I would buy the Fifth Avenue just because of the plush leather seats and plush carpet! The interior is actually pretty nice!! 👍👍

[@mikesharp8653]

Randy, you have to fix that Fifth Avenue just a bit then give it to your Dad. You're Dad's reaction will be priceless!

[@peterc1904]

Having MWM with you is a great addition to your channel You 2 crack me up

[@Oklawolf]

I would LOVE to see that Fifth on the channel. I still miss Grandma's silver '83. Drop a 360 in there with a cop car rear end, and there's your power tour car right there.

[@FoxyThePirate]

4:22 I love having mike in these videos for that reason lmfao such a character love it

[@NickyD]

my god if you give your dad that car you need to film that reaction thats either gonna be a heartwarming reaction or running for the hills

[@chabby8391]

This car is actually my first car! The Chrysler Fifth. Same color too! I’ve been working on it a lot and I love it. Glad to see others love it too

[@mg8919]

2 best cars ever! You're awesome for giving them the attention that they deserve. Best of luck in bidding. Hope you get both ! It's been said 1000 time but you and Mike are great together.

[@ceesco120]

My grandparents had several New Yorkers! This brought back a lot of good memories for me! Definitely need to bring this to the channel!

[@Chris-oc9wu]

Love it when Mike is on. You guys work so well together. Also really liking the older cars.

[@bernardhamilton2205]

Yes Randy, bring the Fifth Avenue on the channel please 🙏🏽. Haven’t seen one of those for awhile

[@albertmassingo1156]

Glad iaa is back

[@emmanuelstephen5296]

I love it when you and Mike make jokes while filming 😅😅🎉🎉🎉❤

[@TheBattleMaster100]

Man you guys are an awesome team. You always find the best stuff.❤

[@sneaks01]

I had one as a “company car” back in the day. 318 v8. Loaded! Very comfortable but terrible handing, power and a typical late 80s car. But, I’d give anything to drive one again.

[@michaelporter3555]

The lean burn system was the ignition module and also had limited control over the carburetor. You can eliminate it by changing the distributor to a stand alone unit and if you want it to run even better change the carburetor to one without the electronic components. The only thing that normally goes bad on a 318 is the timing chain.

[@TakeoMack]

quick story Randy... My Grandfather owned 3 of these car, and he absolutely LOVED them all!

[@brettsairgent577]

Love to see you bring the 5th avenue back to glory for sure and what a great car for next years power tour .

[@peterkwok9608]

Team work makes the dream work Randy and Mike 😎😎👍👍

[@angadmahal8297]

😂😂😂you guys together are the best....better than any collaborations out there. This is amazing

[@Thereal50inchDLP]

My grandfather's last 3 cars were 5th Aves just like that one. Most comfortable car ever. Always in ship though. I hear if you scrap the intake and carb and swap an older setup they are great.

[@moonbeamskies3346]

I like it. This is the way cars looked before they started making them more rounded.

[@hakraerospace]

Get it and hemi swap it !!!! You'll have it done before power tour next year. Tons of content and one hell of a sleeper!!!

[@trclark7689]

I love the 5th Ave. Bring it to the channel for repairs and video giving it to your dad... that'd be one amazing video!

[@gregoryreffitt7957]

I owned an 83 with over 300000 miles and it was a great car. Got in 2 wrecks with it. My wife got hit and I slid into a Pu on newly paved road because of rain and looking off for 5 seconds. Fixed it myself both times and a young guy talk me out of it. 318 Auto with all the bells and whistles on it. I loved that car.and it was Red

[@laquisiagreen7507]

My grandparents had a brand new black one in 85’. I remember it like it was yesterday. Those seats were plush as hell. Black inside as well

[@96g20t]

Love the engine and trans in these cars. (The Fury and Diplomat too.)

[@charlesblankenship279]

Loves seeing the 5th Ave. Looks so much like my first car, had an 83 5th Ave. Paid $200 for it. I really miss that car.

[@olikat8]

😂- I was given an '89 GF cop car last week. Guy bought it at auction, drove it a little bit, then parked it. He donated it, and a '74 GF stater car (440 & all) to a buddy's LEO museum. The '89 would have been the 4th in the collection, so...

[@brianbeck5479]

I had one in 89 loved it,never a problem reason why lean burn is taped over is it was converted to points

[@chrissiano381]

Bring that Old Chrysler back to life.. Change head lights, clean it up, change all fluids, and drive it in style.

[@J.Ray1776]

Things you may need: 1. bbd Carter Carburetor and intake manifold 2. Complete Mopar performance electronic ignition kit. Remove the factory lean burn system. It'll run GREAT!

[@versansky75]

I had one of those Chrysler 5th Ave. I actually bought it off an old retired detective. It was an unmarked car the was a gift to him when he retired. Ran and drove fine but had starter issues..... even with a new starter

[@armons.355]

For you to spend 20min looking at that car means that you really need it. Hope it goes cheap! Loved the video!

[@WayApp]

This video is a treat for any vintage car lover!

[@vanmandad]

That truck would make a fun overhaul to watch, but that Chrysler looks like it needs everything done. Your dad would get a laugh out of it. You could name it "The Golden Turd". 👍😎🇺🇸

[@AstonThaRat]

OMG! FINALLY! I've been watching your channel for a while now and I kept thinking that I knew you from somewhere and when u said "Dale Oklahoma" I instantly remembered. I'm pretty sure that u used to come into a bank that I worked at in Shawnee way back when I lived in Dale. Small world. Glad you're posting more videos again. Oh btw, those are called button tufted seats. Have a great day!

[@shawnlanders2034]

I love seeing you both in one video!! Keep up the good work!!

[@Thereal50inchDLP]

I hope you get the 5th man. So many memories. I don't think my grandfather paid over 500 for any of his all running with cold ac back in the mid to late 90s

[@louisbetten]

i had a 1990 fith ave, the K-car version, car ran for 8 years and it was the most comfortable vehicle i ever owned. i bought it used from an older lady, was not perfect but the mark cross interior was amazing. good luck

[@thomashickman4082]

Love that little S10 too! My best friend in high school, his parents had one. Was a fun little pickemup truck

[@bk_goatkim679]

Hope you can get your dream car! Love the cars and ofc the convos with MWM! Seriously need to start 3rd channel together! but love these videos! Keep it up! 🔥🔥

[@kodakbrown901]

When I purchased mine . I popped out the battery on my Ford ranger. Put it in the 5th Ave ,pumped the gas a few times& it started right up! Crazy that I remember feeling that cold ac too like as well

[@brian5o]

I love that S-10, Randy. I owned a 1995 with a 4.3L/5-speed myself that I purchased new. Not only does this truck have a 4.3 but there were 2 different 4.3s and this one is the more powerful one of the two. It has a different style of fuel injection than mine did. I wouldn't be surprised if the only thing wrong with the wipers is a bad turn signal multi-switch. I had to replace mine and it was inexpensive to buy and easy to install. I had the opposite windshield wiper problem with my truck, my wipers stopped working in a blinding rainstorm while driving 70 mph on the Florida Turnpike. For the age of that truck, it's in great shape. Seeing this one really made me miss mine. BTW, that 4.3 sounds awesome with a Flowmaster 40 series- I put one with a single inlet and dual outlet on mine and ran duals out the back. That's a beautiful truck! I hope you buy it! It's a great color, too!

[@americanrambler4972]

The Le Baron! Remove the vinyl roof and respray it that factory gold! And scrub the interior. Remove the tint on the windows. And lube or fix the windows. I like the s-10 to. Fix the grounds and replace the smart switch. Clean, polish and go. I like it’s factory custom rear bumper from the mid 50’s el-Camio pickup.

[@beergutz1]

I would bid on that S10 all day. Hope to see it

[@dianebabcock]

I miss the old car brought back to life randy

[@petershinkfield4980]

Buy it for sure, cheap to fix, I have an 88 fifth ave in Australia...white with brown interior ....its a blast. Corinthian leather.

[@StalloneSiciliano]

ok guys i needed this laugh today! got laid off earlier today! you guys are hilarious together.

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

I'm sorry to hear that man.

[@StalloneSiciliano]

@@AutoAuctionRebuilds thanks man, I wish I could make videos like you. I failed at KZbin creation a few years ago.

[@jamesdbruning495]

Heck yeah buy it for him I would love to see his look on his face when he see it

[@maverickflint1991]

Glad to see you guys glad you're both doing okay🙂👍

[@albshore8]

She's in good condition considering...can't beat that 318. had one in my 71 Newport.

[@torrianzhan8551]

Best line ever, “I was a teenage boy!” Mike “ yeah you would have been popular “

[@totalproductionunlimitedse4305]

As a European I love seeing these big old American cars cars, its always more interesting than some kind of Mercedes or Audi on the channel we have loads of those here but this thing is awesome lol!

[@Ricamundo]

That 5th Ave reminds me of the "88 5th Ave from Breaking Bad.👍

[@MoonBeamie318]

Somebody probably already said this, but the Muppet that Mike was thinking of is Fozzie Bear! I will watch every 👏single 👏 video 👏 with this car in it. And PLEASE give it to your Dad and film that, too if possible. Thank you and thanks to Mike for the awesome content.

[@martyharris3628]

The Chrysler fifth was an excellent car. More interesting than any foreign junk.

[@selenelacaze9883]

Fwaaah those Chrysler Fifth Avenue are so great !!!

[@NoahClay6]

Loving the walkarounds as always Randy! This one was 🔥🔥 and yes get the Chrysler Fifth Avenue! Love those years of the S10 with that dashboard and headlights. Get that S10 you won't regret that either! Great content as always!

[@100aceswid]

Yes definitely bid on the Chrysler Fifth Avenue!!!!!!!!

[@FreeWheeler554]

Buy all three, whoever wants to buy them, that's awesome content.

[@mikeodonnell5430]

Those are tufted seats. Basically a small living room on wheels! Go for it!

[@RADIUMGLASS]

I still remember seeing these on the road in the early 2000s

[@alannewsome1729]

Omg I can’t stop laughing! Between you turning on the A/C and the windshield wipers can’t be turned off.😂😂😂😂

[@billdavis1730]

LOVE LOVE the 5th Ave!!! Please rescue it! They are sort-of collectors now, like 80's Town Cars and DeVilles! (maybe not this one.....)The exterior color is Gold Dust Crystal Coat. It had the Lean Burn system which was very trouble prone. The systems are removed and converted; looks like it may have been.... but tape over the air cleaner LB opening??? Appears to have the optional Luxury Equipment Package (leather, stereo amplifier, power deck lid release, color-keyed bodyside moldings, wire wheel covers, etc.)

[@cherokeeoutlawmartiel5340]

Randy, I would buy the 5th Avenue & the S-10 both. They would make great content seeing you fix them back up. The most I would bid on the truck would be 1500 because it is a truck and you know like I do that trucks bring good money in Oklahoma. The most I would bid on the 5th Avenue is 1000.

[@CsnellingYT]

Would be so cool to see you driving this with your dad based on your story!!!!

[@ruckusrodkustom8140]

Great video Randy! I always loved those New Yorkers! We had the LeBaron with that Lean Burn System

[@mitchellgildea6944]

Definitely get the Fifth Avenue Randy and good to see Monkey Wrench Mike!

[@sds9904]

I had this same car color, an 83. That car was always breaking but like you loved that car.

[@kadinzaofelune]

Love the New Yorker. My buddy had one when we worked Dallas County Mortuary.

[@michaelhabr]

I hope you get the 5th Avenue, that car brings back nemories, my brother n law owned one and we prepped it for paint one summer, ran great, keep up the good work! 😂

[@johnrussell3869]

Omg lifter tick is thumping like a disco.....you got to buy that for sure Randy

[@sshelton4543]

I have a 1984 Chrysler 5th Ave. and it drives great. I have had it now for 14 years I drive it every day almost it is in great shape and I can’t say anything bad about it. I’m just tired of it but that’s about all.

[@codycrawford2385]

Those 5th aves are wonderful cars, my great great mother bought one in 84 brand new

[@keithvallance219]

The 5th Avenue is a must on the channel

[@jeffsmith4095]

I would love to see the fifth avenue because it brings back memories of my family’s old lebaron they had when I was a kid that looked similar to the fifth avenue

[@kevinjoachin6220]

Yea Randy get the Chrysler, very cool car to see

[@mumwifeteacher]

I bought a $10 tire for my 05 grand caravan in Maine and drove back to va last year and it’s still going

[@derekwells4201]

My grandparents had an 88 Fifth Avenue when I was a kid it originally belonged to my great grandpa when he died they inherited it this was in 89 so at the time it was pretty much a new car they had it till about 2003. They really never had a lot of problems with it.

[@derekwells4201]

I would love to see it on the channel

[@steveshanabarger4108]

Tufted seats are awesome! Lean Burn were junk; I remember growing up our 78 Cordoba had it and Dad was always having problems, bringing it to dealer all the time. That 5th Ave is worth saving- do it!

[@IxAMxABU]

If I was in need of that S10 truck, I'd be comfortable with $1,000 on bidding. Only segway into a 21 Audi from the Chrysler could be lets shop on the 5th Avenue in NYC with this Audi. Both the Chevy & Chrysler would be welcome additions to this channel.

[@johnnysmile01]

I like this Chrysler man always liked, with a white wall tires would look awesome, Nice S10 pick-up

[@davidcriswell7043]

Im getting a nice 1987 runs drives clean title new battery and alternator and water pump one owner 81k miles super clean inside and out