This Is The Worst Body Repair Work I've Seen. Hidden Behind The Bumper & It Passed State Inspection!

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[@LegitStreetCars]

Here's the final restoration video and Lexus giveaway video! kzbin.info/www/bejne/nom4ZmeQn9V9eJI

[@ericjenks9596]

“I thought this was going to be much much easier” is how all of my projects start

[@Rhaspun]

I remember back in the early 80s my brother had bought a old pickup. I don't remember what make it was. It was a old, small pickup. I think it was from the late 50s. He was going to start a restoration project with it. He was going to turn it into a hot-rod for cruising. But his career started demanding more and more of his time. He finally had to sell the pickup since it was becoming impossible for him to give it the necessary time due to his job at a semiconductor company.

[@kris856]

Sadly this is how most of my projects end 🤣

[@speedstr]

Rebuilt titles are a good way to get a deal as long as there’s proper documentation and verification that the car was properly rebuilt

[@TheRealAlpha2]

The obvious question though is how often are they properly rebuilt?

[@jamesnarel4416]

until you cant find insurance for it lmao

[@DukeSky]

Yes I agree, I wish girlfriends who become your wife would have one...

[@myname9252]

No.

[@micglou]

@@TheRealAlpha2 A good shop will do it properly or they won't do it at all... so it completely depends on where you have the rebuilt done. There are certain standards and regulations in place for certified body shops. BUT as always, there are always people that look for the cheapest option and that means bad repairs... and as the first comment said: proper documentation with pictures etc. should provide enough to show it has been done properly.

[@504yaj]

Dude, I love how you treat these cars even if they are rebuilt or are for giveaways. And the attention to detail and the no-shortcut attitude, damn. You have a subscriber for life!

[@chrishayden8137]

For any stubborn adhesive or decals, etc…I always keep a rubber eraser wheel on hand. Comes in handy for my detailing business.

[@ianelsley71]

Agreed. The ones you use like a polishing pad with rubber spikes on the bottom are excellent.

[@FUCK_________googIe]

Yeah, i literally said that out loud at the beginning of that portion of the video. Indisputably, nothing on earth works to remove residues and things like low quality coats of paint as well a gum wheel does. The fact that you can even use one on nice clean high quality paint to get stuff like badge adhesive and road tar among other things off makes them completely indispensable and practically heaven-sent

[@moG4545]

@@ianelsley71 you have a link to the ones you use?

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

Always nice to see a tradesmen insider tricks and secrets....Especially that welding bolt trick....👍👍😊😊!!!

[@andersn4707]

geeez, why not new bolts as well....

[@ToyManFlyer1100]

@@andersn4707 ...It's a "Budget build "...He said he already over budget...Sooo, cost-cutting measures are in order....

[@andreystarovoytov3337]

I've owned a few salvage vehicles, fixed some myself, I would say that was pretty stupid to keep the damaged parts that are fairly easy to replace on such a good car.

[@nbrowser]

And this is why you earned my respect Alex, repairing it RIGHT! Still some guys out there with ethics! Don't ever change man.

[@Robsav-yx6vi]

Vince and Alex , Great work . Going to really help out The new owner . Vince a huge Thank you for being a Sponsor in this Donation.

[@troutstag]

You are one of the rare channels that I will let all the ads play to help. Keep up the great work.

[@jasoncarpenter4116]

You could see where they cut corners, but I can almost bet that whoever did the work charged them for work they didn't do!

[@Perception_]

Lot's of coffee are enjoyed while getting paid...

[@mook528]

Of course they told them the frame extensions needed to be replaced and then just hammered them straight and slapped the crash guard on

[@chadriddle3517]

Yes another awesome legit street cars video! Thanks Alex good thing your doing with this car much support

[@hamskyxxx]

Not until you take this car apart will you appreciate the quality of materials and innovation Lexus/Toyota put into making them. I drive an IS350 and it's thrill getting into it everyday.

[@btownballer27]

Quality from this generation is amazing. Stout cars. I also drive a 350 2nd gen and I adore it.

[@LunatrixEX]

i have an ISF...such a reliable car. have had it for 20k miles now at 111k. nothing but fun!

[@B0xlife1]

That’s awesome and I can completely understand why you enjoy getting into it everyday fit and finish above the rest and so comfortable,no rattles, no chinsey parts or materials!

[@77yogurt]

I believe all of you. I can only wish to have a Lexus with those kinds of experiences. Maybe one day.

[@FirstLast-we8cb]

@@LunatrixEX I have an ISF also! 2010 with 36k miles.

[@boyce1204]

It's funny when you repair things properly, the parts go on easy and line up.

[@tombrooks5933]

always interesting. plus, Alex has a good heart and pays attention to details. Kudos.

[@keimahrosalle4797]

Hey I appreciate thr level of care u put into getting these cars fixed and etc, I enjoy watching the level of concern you put in.

[@matthewhector641]

These videos are pretty much all I look forward to these days😂

[@Knightfall23]

Same I'm loving all these Lexus content

[@amosy8345]

Matthew Hector Why’s that man?

[@nzuncovered1845]

You need to get more into youtube there is heaps of good channels. I have too many good ones could sit here for weeks watching it.. my watch later section is maxed out

[@chesterraybon3442]

Rebuilt titles are like a can of beanie weenies. You never know how many weenies you got until you open it up. Rebuilt title, you never know how much damage you got until you open it up. Another great video. 😎👍👌

[@kruleworld]

I'm sure they spent more in labor than what they saved in parts. it's a false economy

[@rabk5702]

I think anybody would be more that happy to own that car after Alex gets finish with it Brilliant posting as always :-)

[@dingaankamanga8286]

Finally, I've been looking forward to an update on the Lexus IS250. This car is the reason I started following this channel and I can honestly say I love the content... It depicts realistic gradual progress and he takes the time to take us through the steps and procedures it takes to do certain jobs. Keep it up !!! I'm inspired 💯

[@WilhelmBormann]

Hope you having a great day seriously. Good luck and Greetings from Paraguay!!!

[@jeffpollick3122]

That's great Alex. Your a good guy helping others. 👏 👏👏👏👍

[@hlegends1913]

Finally, was waiting on this, thanks again for another satisfying video. ✌🏽

[@AyaxRo]

These videos are satisfying to watch. Great content and for a good cause as well. Hope to see the channel grow!

[@SunnyVisions]

Goo gone, or rapid remover works great to remove plastidip! Let it soak and pressure wash it off. Comes off like butter

[@gavingrigsby4397]

Your videos are awesome. Always look forward to them!

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks!!

[@kris856]

There is more of us- people who cannot wait for these awesome videos 👍💪

[@racerboy2212]

Great video Alex! Amazing what you find when you did a little!

[@kevinc31]

What a transformation. Love these builds that go to helping.

[@raphaelmartel3853]

Putting up great content, I'm hooked.

[@a4sleep]

the satisfaction after its done oh my god, keep the videos coming Alex!

[@suave5453]

You don’t know how long I was waiting for this video great to see the Lexus again !

[@pr0sty]

I have a 2009 997 Turbo with salvage title, but I contacted the people that rebuilt it. It is a great car. Love it!

[@tuomasholo]

Make sure you get a release of all liability signed by the new owner acknowledging the rebuilt title and possible structural damage. Giving away a car with structural damage will open you up to liability if the new owner or occupants are hurt in an accident.

[@amosy8345]

What never heard of that before.

[@yeahitskimmel]

I've seen sooo many videos about being 100% sure before buying any used car from an individual because you have so little recourse

[@AnontheGOAT]

Pretty sure you’re wrong.

[@mook528]

@@amosy8345 You’ve never heard that before because it’s not true

[@raymondreiff8170]

My repaired car was STATE inspected by Someone who knows what a safe car LOOKS like 😎👍

[@markopolo945]

Hello Alex!!!! Legit Thursday is officailly in affect! Car coming along nicely and someone will be lucky to own this Legit Ride!

[@billshirk1737]

Thanks for the grind

[@mikepriceup]

She's looking good. Can't wait to see the finished product!

[@chrisdieunlimited]

Use good ole 85 octane gasoline on the wheels, eats the Plastidip but doesn't hurt proper paint, it's instant and anything else isn't worth using

[@stiggy60426]

Where are you buying 85 octane?

[@tj_offroad]

Don't need a specific octane, gasoline is a solvent, any gas will work. That's why you have to be really careful getting gas with a plasti dipped car or it will dissolve all the plasti dip off the rear quarter under the fuel door.

[@chrisdieunlimited]

@@stiggy60426 Utah lol 91 is our max

[@chrisdieunlimited]

@@tj_offroad I just said 85 cause it's the cheapest right now lol

[@tj_offroad]

@@chrisdieunlimited True but I know like here in Cali I don't think you can find it easily, lowest is usually 87

[@IMALYO]

You have to leg it soak in wd40. But you can get “dip dissolver”

[@1stfrompuertorico568]

Always looking forward to your videos! Awesomeness all the way!

[@motheolebelo]

awesome work Alex

[@brucecoleman7412]

Looking forward to the next one!

[@LegitStreetCars]

It's going to be perfect

[@LegitStreetCars]

What color wheels should it have? Get Current and learn more here! www.current.com/legitstreetcars

[@MeditationPowerUnlocked]

Brush wheels

[@mikeysbago-meat7967]

Toyota sells new tabs for headlight housing mounts

[@Ledroo]

Try black rims? 😎😉

[@dimitrialkemaiev511]

Gun metal gray!

[@315surge]

My lexus is black exterior with bronze wheels. Im on a budget so I had paint them myself but it looks halfway decent. Graphite wheels with probably fit this lexus

[@noahwhite4290]

Gotta be my favorite KZbin at the moment, loving the videos, from Thailand :)

[@mike_dodane]

This is what you get when you go to one of those “we pay your deductible” shops. They charge your insurance. Sometimes even order the parts for the invoice, pull and weld it, return the parts and walk to the bank with the check.

[@DWillz250]

I removed plasti dip by using goo gone pro. Spray it on heavy and then let it sit for 45 minutes and it wipes off like butter .

[@hutchdw77]

Not nearly as bad as I expected. For someone mechanically inclined, on a budget a salvage title could be a great option.

[@howlingcommandose]

As long as it's not electrical gremlins.

[@mr.carguy3161]

Or FLOOD DAMAGE!!

[@josephesposito70]

These are the best videos of rebuilds do t have to give them away. Love to see u fix and sell. Great job.

[@tomasrosalesr]

I was waiting for a Lexus video... Thank you Alex! 😀

[@petercummings3208]

Nice job, to go that extra step to make it a car you know is safe and looks good too. The new owner is getting a peach!

[@jm100368]

Me at my local body shop: "I'm gonna give the car away, can you help me out with a discount?" Body shop: "Get out!!"

[@andreabrown1338]

Great job bro!! Ur doing an excellent job👏

[@aarondowden4244]

Coming together very nice bro! Looking good 👍🏼

[@thejoseandresshow]

Great video. Please don't put cheap LEDs in stock halogen projectors. Use something from morimoto or diode dynamics

[@miscbits6399]

Don't put leds in place of Halogens at all. The focus is all over the place and they'll fail any DOT stringent testing due to beam coverage - it's explicitly illegal to do this in a lot of jurisductions (or to put HIDs into halgen frames for that matter) and can result in roadside vehicle impoundment

[@philtowle4683]

@@miscbits6399 I would agree in standard headlights but they work differently in projectors.

[@miscbits6399]

@@philtowle4683 yes and no. The beam cutoffs are still bad. Headlights using halogens are designed for an onmidirectional point source (the filiament) and leds are not a point source no matter how much makers fiddle the geometry. LED retrofit headlamps are not legal under any circumstances in either the USA or Europe and a large part of the reason is that they invariably end up blinding oncoming drivers Iit's not just about YOUR vision, but making sure you don't interfere with the night vision of other people

[@jenniferfulbrook4370]

Somebody better tell WatchJRGo about those hood strut holders. 🤣

[@actng]

that was really good including the "boring" bits of cutting off the crash bar and installing headlights... i found it interesting... hope the next video includes all the details as well! thx

[@houseofno]

Sadly, most people won't even spend $30 on a tuneup on their engine, so they certainly won't spend $350 fixing the front bumper properly. Kudos to you Alex for getting the car fixed properly. Goo be Gone is great for removing plastic garbage from a car.

[@UnWrecked]

I've been rebuilding wrecked cars and selling them as rebuilt for years and I do them right.

[@StaufferGarage]

"just needed to open her up a little..." That's what she said lol

[@pjludda4323]

( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°)

[@jeremilcruz1117]

IT'LL BE AWESOME TO SEE YOU DETAILING THIS CAR 😁

[@yay842]

You're a 55 year old man making "that's what she said" jokes... Incredibly pathetic and I hope your kids put you in the shittiest retirement home

[@michaeltutty1540]

Another great video, Alex. I love watching work get done properly. A friend had a bit of a bump with his 89 Grand Marquis. A new front fender was $188 at the time. The Maaco shop that did the work likely spent more than that between buckets of Bondo and the work of getting the old fender somewhat into shape. Just to add insult to injury, they then used a single stage paint instead of a clear coat, and on the Dark Cranberry Red, it showed, and put tape stripes over the factory painted coach lines. It was a real shame seeing the poor workmanship done to that lovely car.

[@acrepairnearme]

Great job 👏🏻

[@sasakurtovic6850]

Peel off paint is tough to remove when applied too thin. I think the troubles you're having are due to the previous owner cheaping out on plastidip for the wheels.

[@caddyguy5369]

Yup, when applied correctly it should peel off pretty easy. Not sure, but my guess is the wd-40 didn't do any favors, if anything at all.

[@toddk1479]

Vince seems like a cool dude. Nice of them to sponsor the video.

[@chriswood2139]

Definitely my new favorite KZbin channel 🤩🤩🤩

[@galaxybreadgameplay1470]

i love the information you gave us, also my car shat it self a while ago i missed work a couple times and surprised im even making work, this would help alot

[@olukunle]

Bad hood struts temp solution use locking pliers, interesting that there's a tool for that though😂

[@xzx_sparky_xzx]

There are several varieties of them. I have a clamp style as well that looks more like a c clamp with a screw to tighten. Works really well. They are used more for full time mechanics and people who work on cars all the time and don't want stuff in their way. That's where you see them the most. They are less damaging to the strut so it won't bind and cause issues like channel locks could.

[@andrewschmidt2666]

Alex, crown aircraft paint stripper from Lowe’s. Used it on my neighbors Chevy that has black plastidip sprayed across the entire body. 2-3 minute after spray on and then power washer off. Didn’t appear to hurt original paint. Great for taking off old tint or window coatings too.

[@848meme]

thanks for your content. From an old Des Plaines resident

[@DominickNicolai]

Can’t wait to see final product!!

[@mattcaser6581]

Regarding the wheels, since it's a charity giveaway car, maybe get your local wheel refinishing company to sponsor it with a nice wheel refurb and new powdercoat ?

[@mariuszarszylo1476]

The one person who disliked this video was angry they got caught not replacing the frame rail.

[@kheff46]

Thanks current! Good stuff

[@AllEyezOnRod]

Great job!

[@daddynichol52]

I soaked my wheels (off the car) in kerosene or diesel, let it set for 10-15 minutes, then wiped the plastidip off with rags..

[@hardnaaklife]

You just need a pressure washer with a gas engine and more that 2000psi! Honda engine/Cat pump combo is my fave.

[@CastroJordan]

I know I love you man when I’m watching Lexus stuff. I’m a German luxury / American muscle guy. I just started the video but I know it’ll be quality.

[@rayshutsa6690]

They really do a great job at Ohares. Thumbs up to them for helping you 👍🇨🇦

[@leemarshall9828]

Don’t knock rebuilt cars, not everyone does piss poor work like that!!!

[@raymondreiff8170]

Thanks You because I am a Proud Owner of one, Guess what it was DONE Right by someone in Milwaukee Wisconsin, The body shop used all OEM parts, You can hardly tell even looking at it carefully up on a lift. I have driven this for over 8,500 miles now with no problems at all, No strange tire wear etc, The car a 2020 Civic Sport Sedan had only three miles on it when someone hit the front end maybe rear ended someone else in the snow don't know because the car was never owed by anyone except a dealer.

[@normanmarchman1802]

I just love these Lexus videos

[@dcast777]

There is a dealer named Auto Source that only does rebuilt titles. I went there and test drove three cars. All had issues. The one I was looking to buy had less then 5k miles on it. I took it to my mechanic to have it inspected, it had worn front suspension components and a leaking power steering pump. The car had 5,000 miles on it! The mechanic also told me that he used to do warranty work for Auto Source and they definitely slopped cars together.

[@vissennarainsamy7467]

Learning a lot here. Thanks

[@GfCast39]

Loving this (re)build.

[@ASMR_sounds_for_kids]

This channel is fast becoming my favourite 😍

[@MySonse]

Your Channel is one of my favorites👍

[@rubbertoe.]

I bought one of these for my first car in a manual, I love it!

[@abisvaldez4713]

Legit I like your videos sir keep it going. Thx 🙏🏾

[@cchrist58]

Dear Sir !! Great VLOG !!

[@rbiamby]

Great video love it👍

[@indetailcarcaresolutions3770]

Very interesting Alex. In New South Wales, the state in Australia where I live, they have outlawed ‘repairable write offs’. What this means is that any car written off with minor damage is only able to be used for parts. A friend in the trade was given a MY06 Saab convertible where the owner left a window open and the car was written off!!! Mainly because repairers here don’t know how to work on Saabs so they quote high for the work. A hot air blower fixed the issue in a day or two,b it because it was written off, the VIN Chassis number was recorded never to be used again. Why? Because car rebirthing was out of control in this state and this was the administrators reaction! Love your work, Lloyd

[@martincowie4277]

Great job guys , determined to do a good job. 😎😎

[@ianwollstein8974]

Well done good man… can’t wait for the final touches and handover to the new owner 🤓❤️

[@Oyvind88]

Great video😀❤

[@2003cobramustang]

Wow can’t believe it passed inspection! At least your fixing it right! Gonna be a good car!

[@jasonhaggard5591]

You get this kind of work when someone says 'I know a guy'. Great work love the videos!

[@armandopatane5343]

Such a great guy Alex

[@baharuddinbesah3709]

Hi view from Singapore 🇸🇬 keep up good work

[@meduplifter2796]

best youtuber ever ❤️

[@dennisb7313]

Awesome video.

[@Cargeek88]

Great video! I thought the other headlights had the factory hid lights installed.

[@bobbyvanderwerff5879]

Love the videos.

[@ArturK1M]

Great videos, great job and great cause! Salut