LOST and FOUND! Ratty 1972 Chevy Chevelle - Will It Run After 32 Years?

"Therefore if any man be in Christ, he is a new creature: old things are passed away; behold, all things are become new." - 2 Corinthians 5:17
This 1972 Chevelle has been around the block! Literally... it's at my neighbor's house just down the road. Think it'll run and drive after 32 years? Stick around to the end of the video to find out!
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[@DylanMcCoolVideo]

I failed to mention this is NOT my car. I’m only helping the owner get it back on the road to enjoy. I would love to own it though! Thanks for watching 👍🏻

[@john242ti]

Maybe eventually they'll sell it. If they do, I suspect you'll have first dibs.

[@donaldhalls2189]

Glad to hear your helping them out, instead of it being sitting, rotting away, awesome car, great find,all the best to yous and your loved ones

[@robertobuenrostro2781]

Comment 👨‍🔧

[@waltercrowder3243]

I was thinking independence chevelle had a new friend 😂

[@6petrolhead6]

The opening sequence made me get all emotional god I'm such a petrolhead If I had the means I would spend my time doing exactly what you do Dylan

[@JDevine687]

It's Friday the 13th and Dylan has a Chevy. Dogs and cats living together. MASS hysteria!

[@nathanboerner2256]

After a while these cars develop a personality of thier own, this is one of those cars that just wanted to live, she wasn't ready for the pastures yet. Good job for letting this old girl live again

[@roadtrekralph311]

I agree with this comment. Old cars certainly have some kind of personality, indescribable spirit perhaps. I once bought a 1964, maybe it was a 65, Malibu wagon. It had not started in 40 years. I got it running in less than an hour; I even drove it around the block. The weird thing is; this car still had the original AM radio (non working of course) when I drove it around the block back to my property, I pulled into the gates and to my surprise oldies music came on, the radio came to life.

[@kennethsonier1766]

Unbelievable! Sitting for 30 years and runs as well as the accelerator pump working. I'm a GM fan and Chevrolet in particular, I watch your channel because of your attention to detail and your knowledge and fine workmanship, I'm glad to see you working on the Chevelle. Hell yeah I want to see that Car back to life 👍☮️

[@corydunaway]

I pulled my grandfather's 62 impala ss out of the woods that had been sitting since 1985 and the accelerator pump worked on it also. New battery, fluids, coil, plugs, and wires where rats had chewed through some and a new vacuum advance and she fired right up

[@alphamaledriveshard]

Awesome! Even though I'm a mopar guy, it's great to see something different in your channel once in a while. The Trans Am, The Datsun...... Keep 'em coming!

[@perotekku]

FoMoCo guy myself, but of the same sentiment that I can appreciate preserved old iron, and watching it be saved.

[@Celician83]

I was a sucker for the Kobra II

[@seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510]

In high school one of my friends had a 72 it was a350 4speed car he still regrets getting rid of it absolutely love seeing these old cars being rescued and put back on the road

[@donalcasey3612]

Couldint agree more over here in ireland we dont see this type of classic much

[@seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510]

@@donalcasey3612 I hope to own a classic car I have old ford truck I’m working on now it’s a76 f100 with any luck one day I will finish it

[@ricardodesouza7229]

In my high school most of the cars in our parking lot was chevelles like this one from 68 to a 73, and a couple of classic mustang too

[@seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510]

@@ricardodesouza7229 in high school it was mostly front wheel drives I had a 81 mercury Capri and one friend had a square body s10 one had built gbody Grand Prix and one other had a chevelle but we was car guys most was gas savers front wheel drives

[@donalcasey3612]

@@seaboltandsonsautomotivead2510 youll get there buddy best of luck

[@bryanwithers4997]

Bought one exactly like this car back in 73. Same color ,engine and interior. Put 238000 miles on it before the rear frame section dissolved. Wonderful car.

[@gibhamracing37]

My dad bought me a 72 Chevelle SS 454 4speed car when i was 14. It was a father son project that we restored together I'm 41 now and i still have it. Drive it every summer

[@sykwookiee]

HELL YEAH BROTHER!

[@stephensaasen8589]

What a great old car! That fast idle solenoid was generally used on air conditioning systems. It kicked the idle up while stopped at a traffic light, for instance, so the compressor could circulate in the AC system properly. Of course, on late model cars, the old computer just keeps the idle at a constant no matter what.

[@jonlennon3348]

The rochester 2 jet is an easy to work on carb and leave it on there. They are a really decent 2 barrel. Get the brakes and exhaust fixed and an oil change and you have a daily driver.

[@puddleduckist]

Great intro Dylan, I'm sure it will be taken care of in your caring hands. Great job getting it running and saving another ol classic muscle car! Never gets old my friend!!! All the best!

[@TheBrokenLife]

Seeing you work on a GM was an entertaining novelty. I'd be twice as lost on a Mopar. 😉

[@bosmerfromcanada3878]

Thank you so much, Dylan, for keeping us entertained and keeping it true. And honestly, that Chevelle still looks and sounds better than a Tesla ever could, even without exhaust. I doubt that 32 years from now anyone's heart will be set aflutter at the sight of a Tesla.

[@davidhicks2178]

In 30 years people will be doing "Will it keep a charge" videos on old Tesla cars 😄

[@bosmerfromcanada3878]

@@davidhicks2178 Scary because true

[@jdeltoro518]

Great find

[@philgrimsey3637]

Anyone else love seeing Dylan mocking the noise that the horn made and the faces he was pulling? Credit to whoever set the carburettor up. Blinding job as well as great work Dylan for the problem solving on the starter. Goes to show that problems can sometimes be a silly, simple thing

[@imkwuzn]

Not your typical content but great to see you working on a Chevelle. There’s a reason why the small block Chevy is the most popular V8 ever made! Looking forward to the next video!

[@smarternu]

Yeah, they're cheap....and they last reasonably well.

[@kennethcrowder2386]

I believe that solenoid mounted on the carb is to kick the idle up for the a/c

[@smarternu]

Spot On.

[@MetalRestorationBho]

Hard, arduous work but the effect is excellent. ongratulation from Vietnam 🥰😘👍

[@jaywebb3105]

I am so glad you found my car for me, I will be right over to pick it up.

[@Grey_Beard72]

It's nice to see a Chevy once in a while in between all those Dodges and Fords. See how easy it was to get going. Like a rock!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

She's beautiful! Sounded healthy too!

[@xcdepp102]

Snakeskin Chevelle feels like a great name for this survivor. great work as always Dylan!

[@MrJimmymeeks]

I am glad to finally see you with a Chevrolet and especially a Chevelle. Having restored a 1970 Chevelle SS 454 (clone) and a 1969 Malibu 350, I will be figuratively watching over your shoulder all the time and wishing I could be there to give you pointers as you progress. That solenoid on the carburetor is to increase the idle a little when the air conditioner compressor is running and putting a little load on the engine. You will find that parts for the Chevelle and 350 are easy to find and cheaper than your Mopar parts. I sold my 1970 Chevelle SS in January and had to clean out my garage so I gave away all my left over parts to another restoration project. If the Chevelle is rust free you have a real gem there that has a lot of potential. I am a disabled senior now and unable to handle another restoration project now myself, but I would love to have a Chevelle Malibu with a 350 2 barrel and factory air conditioning. It would be a comfortable car and better gas mileage than the 4 barrel big block I just sold.

[@rodrigogarcia1296]

Hows a 4barrel on a 350 sound? Good or bad combo ? I got a 71 elco with a swapped 350/edelbrock carb, not sure what year as I haven’t seen or looked for the stamping. Bought it as is and got I running after year and a half of sitting. I’d love to find out on that though. Also haven’t officially driven it yet as I’m having a bit of a lighting issue. Brake lights don’t come on. Only driven in the day time around my block. Any tips? Took it to a mechanic, he said might be the turn signal switch issue. I’m fairly new though, so lots to learn still

[@MrJimmymeeks]

@@rodrigogarcia1296 4 barrel Edelbrock is a great choice. I prefer the edelbrock because maintenance is easier. I was thinking of keeping the car all original in my 2 barrel reply.

[@rodrigogarcia1296]

@@MrJimmymeeks what do u suggest on the brake light issue though?

[@MrJimmymeeks]

@@rodrigogarcia1296 check your fuses and brake light bulbs. There is a switch at the top of the brake pedal that controls the brake lights. I think that if the other lights were working, it would probably be the brake pedal switch. That switch may be worn out and is easily replaced, but it may just need adjusting. My brake pedal switch was adjusted too tight and the brake lights would sometimes get stuck in the on position.

[@Rainygotyou]

I love that you save some of these old gorgeous cars that are rare and abandoned

[@lucasstiles8012]

That first minute earned the *Like*

[@mikehardwick6607]

my first car a 72 Malibu, you brought back great memories. Thanks Dylan

[@chestercribb9075]

I use to own a 1971 Malibu Chevelle it had the original 307 V8 with a 350 hydrmatic transmission with turbo only thing was the engine needed rebuilt cause my foot was heavy on the gas pedal I drove it for awhile until I burnt the rings in it and the timing went bad on it last I heard it wounded up in Jacksonville FL I was younger when I had it I just drove it until it couldn't be drove anymore if I hadn't been hard on it and took better care of it I'd still have the Chevelle Malibu on today they are great cars now that I'm older I wouldn't mind owning another one I'd take more care of it now keep up the good work Dylan the car ran great

[@mikejennings2346]

Oh my gosh. I bought that EXACT car in 1978 when I was in high school and paid for it working as a bag boy in a grocery store. Same color exterior, interior, and vinyl top. Owned it through my college years and it had seen it's better days. Oh the stories I could tell about the times I had in that car and all of the wrenching I learned.

[@robertmungin9143]

Bought mine in 76 from summer job money. Orange with a black vinyl top. I got it painted blue

[@BigO4185]

I love old 1960, 1970 and 1980 revivals! This was great!!!

[@ckane510]

The solenoid at the carb is a anti-diesel solenoid. You set the idle by turning the shaft in or out. You shut off the car, the solenoid drops off and prohibits air from entering the carb which will keep the engine from back running (dieseling) 3 connections on the starter solenoid 1st Big post is for starter power and power to fuse panel. 2nd small is for power to activate solenoid. 3rd post is for 12v to distributor for start up. Then drops off to 8 volts via resistance wire when starter is disengage. 3rd connection is not always used depending on the application. When going to start an engine that’s been sitting for a long time, make sure to turn the crank over by hand two full revolutions prior to hitting the starter. This is to make sure a valve isn’t stuck from sitting. You can do big damage if one is stuck. It’s a good precaution to always take on an engine that has been sitting that long. Use GAS to start a gas engine. Starting fluid is for Diesel engines. Hope this info is helpful. I’ve been working on cars for a long time.

[@Ichiidino]

I LOVE the introduction to this haha! it's *quite* refreshing

[@perrymccormick7028]

Enjoying this build. My older brother (now passed) had a '72 Chevelle 'Heavy Chevy'. It was a one year only model and there weren't many made but he loved his. After all these years I've never seen any restored examples or any for sale in the obvious sale sites. Thanks for sharing!

[@clays32]

I love the patina on this car it's pretty sweet!

[@scottalpervitz1019]

70 era muscle cars. that's what I'm here for. thanks!

[@gordonstroup882]

Nice! Yup, I had a 70 Chevelle Malibu back in 78 to 93. Maroon with a black vinyl top. Cragar SS front and rear, but the rear was jacked up with air shocks, and the rear Cragar SS were 10 inches wide with some big ol' fat tires sticking out a couple of inches.. The original owner ordered it with a manual 3 speed transmission with a Hurst floor shifter, and the Super Sport dash, with the tach and every guage possible, also a bench seat and A/C. Oh yeah, a 350 engine with a 4 barrel carb. I was the second owner. It was 8 years old and I paid 800 bucks for it and then I put on the tires and wheels and air shocks, all from PepBoys. Fun times. Thanks Dylan for letting me remember the good ol days. Hope y'all have a wonderful evening and weekend.

[@terryeustice5399]

Thank you Dylan for getting this old girl going. Can’t wait to see what you do to her. Thank you for sharing

[@chrishamman4180]

You have gotten my dream car… my #1 car I have always wanted. Glad to see a chevelle on the channel

[@tonyfriend7413]

Nah. Rather have a Chrysler products. Dodge. Plymouth.

[@chrishamman4180]

@@tonyfriend7413 that’s why I said MY dream car

[@robertmungin9143]

Can’t wait. My first car was 1972 Chevy Chevrolet Chevelle. Paid $1200 dollars my junior year of high school. Best car I ever owned.👍🏿

[@tomwinkle1597]

Sweet! I think Dylan needs a Chevelle!

[@billyhaddock5540]

Congrats Dylan on getting the 72 chevy running, don't forget to put water in the rad.

[@zackatron925]

Get her a fender and a couple patch panels and she’ll be driving like new 👍🏼

[@austinkesinger3455]

That beginning skit made my night lol

[@hotel.colorado]

I knew you were a character 😂 I love your content

[@Zelaznogsiul-63]

I have been looking for a 71 or 72 chevelle for some time, but everything I find is extremely expensive, you are blessed to find one that is not expensive by the look of it. Great video.

[@mighty300il6]

Omg Dylan has a chevy! Just teasing. Cool vid. After 32 years I'm impressed. Thought for sure it would take longer to fire off. That excellorator pump must've been made on a Wednesday....lol.

[@pd9717]

I'm very proud of you and your growth over the years.

[@tysonbartlebaugh9276]

I just love how that Chevelle looks it’s perfect

[@JRC99]

I'm loving the little intro skits

[@dennisd9852]

That intro was hilarious! Made my day.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Good find on both lugs on the starter touching

[@bbgp301]

I hope u do something nice with the Cordoba, it's a nice clean car

[@waltdog72080]

Yes, Keep it going. Would love to see this back on the road...

[@allankoch4863]

That solenoid on the carburetor is for the air-conditioning system when the air conditioning is engaged the solenoid pops up and raises the RPMs of the motor.love your channel!

[@toddfrazier3844]

The horn tickled me too🤣🤣

[@stephenrobinson7945]

My 3rd car was a 71 Malibu. It had a front clip from a rebuild. It was a great car. 350, quadrajet, if my memory serves me. I had it when my wife and I married in 1973. I kept her about 3 years.

[@mitchfarley5684]

Warms my heart. I had a 73 nova.

[@theldgxc6274]

Love watching you bring the muscle cars back from the graveyard man. They deserve to live and keep going brother

[@moses971]

Awesome garage.

[@jasontengan1233]

That step solenoid would energize when you turn the factory air!

[@dionwilliams4297]

Thanks for a nice video 32🤘

[@paulhammond3488onetime]

that is awesome to see u bring back the old school cars. nice

[@hotpuppy1]

The solenoid on the throttle is to boost idle when A/C is on. That car is missing the compressor. Those old A6 compressors use a lot of HP but run forever. Jags and Rolls used them.

[@danscott3880]

Early 70 Ford's used them as well

[@northofhwy8180]

Nice car. Finally a Chevy from the mopar man

[@rodrigogarcia1296]

LOVE THIS CHEVY STUFF!

[@sykwookiee]

I've had 3 Chevelles, 4 Camaros, and a '71 El Camino...2 Pontiacs, and a early '65 fast back Mustang 641/2 some call them...those were the days...had 2 '74 Ford Econoline vans...also an '80, '85, and a '93 Ford Econoline Philly Police paddy wagon...loved my cars...bought and sold so many I lost count...I do good remembering if I get to a car show to rattle the old cranium...

[@bayraindavis6277]

Love that cars personality. Great to see it run. Beautiful, beautiful

[@jeffhowser1820]

Wow sitting since 1990. Cars like that were a dime-a-dozen back then!

[@jonboy194]

That was a lot of fun...great video.

[@Thunderwrench78]

Sounds freaking amazing

[@barrypelkey5629]

I owned one of these in '83-87' brought for my daughter to go to UNC. She hated the car...I loved it. wish I still had it. ours was a 72 just like yours.

[@nissd21]

Dylan slips over to the dark side... LOL I love all brands anything old needs new life!

[@jayh8457]

These intros are 100% the best thing ever.

[@brucemelton4983]

Hey Dylan, this is a great channel mate, really informative and fun to watch because things don't always go to plan! Keep it up mate, Cheers from New Zealand

[@darrelstoneburner6182]

I always liked the 72 year models Chevy thumbs up

[@2koolchris291]

Dang that car is so nice. I love the 72 chevelle

[@lucas_810]

The skit at the beginning was great

[@davidcolesr.8628]

Hopefully it will

[@levigillis1048]

I absolutely love the comedy with you working on these cars 😂 you speak for all people that work on cars haha

[@katj6488]

Hey Dylan great job on getting the old girl running! I hope the owner puts her back on the road!

[@s277garage6]

The beginning was absolutely hilarious

[@PaulRhodes420]

Bringing back to life a '72 Chevelle has a good vibe to it! *IT'S* *ALIVE!!!!!* There IS life after death!!

[@REMBRANTTUBE]

OUTSTANDING JOB DYLAN!!

[@philjohnston9616]

Pretty straight and clean for what you normally wrench on. Cool car !!!

[@AudioMobil]

What a great intro!! Oh...and of course the rest of the video is excellent as well!

[@darrellroeters4951]

Nice size barn

[@2003cobramustang]

Wow Dylan got it running so quick that’s great! The owner will definitely be happy too see it back on the road!

[@ogresspeedshop]

I seriously wish I could be there helping you with this car. I new the battery cable was touching the ignition post on the starter and I could help ya with all the wiring on this thing. Love you content and keep up the cool projects.

[@rodrigogarcia1296]

You’re good with wiring? Having an issue with lighting on my 71 elco. Only thing stopping me from daily driving it, no brake lights plus I still have a lot to learn 😭.

[@matthewshaw9078]

@@rodrigogarcia1296 see if your brake switch by the pedal has power or if it's bad, switch should be able the size of your pinky

[@YogurtSnipe]

The bit in the begging reminded me of that movie about a living car.

[@joshmullin1226]

One of your best intro's !

[@billpar]

Im enjoying this build as all yours Dylan

[@haroldwerley3620]

I want to score one for a Mopar that sat for 29 years. In the fall of 2020, I revived a 1963 Chrysler Newport 4 door with a 361 cid that was last on the road in1991. Did the usual: plugs, wires, points, condenser, rotor, cap, belts, hoses, master cylinder, wheel cylinders, shoes and misc. stuff. It runs, drives and stops. Did not touch the carb (only sprayed it with cleaner) or the accelerator pump or the fuel pump, all of which are original to the car. Let it be said, "Mopar or no car".

[@dannychovan246]

That’s cool. Love an ole Chevy.

[@cougariog8817]

Wow good gravy

[@laurafoisey4121]

I'm a gm/mopar fan I love this thing my grandpa's fist car was a 72 nova four door

[@craighiebert3384]

One of my dream-cars - I would definitely like to see a part 2. From '81-83, I was working at a VW repair shop and my boss had one of those Cordovas with the giant taillights.

[@chrisfreemesser5707]

That car has so much potential...I really hope it gets fixed up and back on the road

[@jaywebb3105]

As always another great video you could set down with your preacher and watch. Your a class act Dylan.

[@AntonioClaudioMichael]

Lmfao at the Intro 🤣🤣 @Dylan McCool

[@wilsonle61]

Nice job on the flashing headlights intro!

[@richardmarino5658]

I like this car. You figured what was going on with those wires. Hopefully the owner will replace what needs to be replaced.