Mercury Comet GT Burnt to a Crisp!! Will it Run Again?!

[@tonycosta3302]

I like how they wrote "damaged" on the door. Just in case someone might think it came that way from the factory.

[@EricScheck]

I think it said damaged odo.. can't tell the proper mileage. Legal requirement?

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

I think it said damaged odometer!

[@jenx5369]

LOL

[@PinkiePo]

*கடவுள் அனைவருக்கும் கொடுப்பார் *:_ஆரோக்கியம் மற்றும் நல்ல மனநிலை_! 🥺🙏 மற்றும் நான் வேலை செய்கிறேன், எனது இலக்குக்கு 800 சந்தாதாரர்கள் உள்ளது 🥺😣 *உங்கள் அம்மா ஆரோக்கியமாக இருக்க விரும்புகிறேன்*

[@yhabiudbssdufhoie5756]

salam

[@motor-werner1989]

Put a new set of windows, new lights, necessary wiring, some interior work in it and clear coat the body to preserve the patina. This thing tells a story, a story of a warrior👍🏻🤘🏻

[@stefanschneider3681]

22:10 and even blowing smoke-rings 🤣! Great job, thanks for sharing 👍

[@YasinVanDoorsen]

A full restoration of this car would be insane

[@mike-bj4dk]

full no rat rod type thing do something like clear coat slaps some glass and new lights that would be killer

[@PatricioGarcia1973]

Just a new windshield, clear coat, and some rat seats and just drive it

[@ChannelNotFound]

Metal is fatigued. Chassis is done.

[@netrioter]

The metal has structurally changed because of the fire..you cant get sheet metal hot, it gets weakened and bends with your bare hands

[@JohnSmith-oj7dj]

I agree. If there is paint under the carpets, the chassis will be OK. Others like door posts, doors, roof will be weakened.

[@jcshook1230]

she wanted to live!! shes a survivor alright.

[@metarugia3981]

For something that's been burnt to a crisp, it sure has a strong will to live, and that exhaust note is music to the ears.

[@craigbowley6783]

I love that it says damaged on the door 🤣

[@BudgetBuildz]

I’m glad they let us know 🤣

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Damaged odometer!

[@rodrigolozzano]

​@@BudgetBuildz olá! Este carro no Brasil 🇧🇷 é o Ford Maverick .

[@daveo2821]

You guys aren’t afraid to take on anything!! Love it!

[@PinkiePo]

*கடவுள் அனைவருக்கும் கொடுப்பார் *:_ஆரோக்கியம் மற்றும் நல்ல மனநிலை_! 🥺🙏 மற்றும் நான் வேலை செய்கிறேன், எனது இலக்குக்கு 800 சந்தாதாரர்கள் உள்ளது 🥺😣 *உங்கள் அம்மா ஆரோக்கியமாக இருக்க விரும்புகிறேன்*

[@thepropview9517]

For me it’s more of a Liability issue if you was to ever sell the car and they wrecked it and got killed you could be sued and charged

[@charliesydnor8889]

That old Comet runs awesome considering the car was a total loss. I bet that was a sharp car prior to the fire. It's just amazing to me to see the tight bond you and your dad have. God Bless You Both and continued success with your channel

[@visnichba]

Two of my first three cars were 1971 Mercury Comets. A sedan with the 302 V8, then a coupe with the 250 straight six cylinder. Fun cars. Underrated!

[@Gectms]

Looking forward to the wash, wax, and buff 😉

[@metarugia3981]

All those dents and rust should buff right out no worries.🙃

[@claztube]

LOL

[@markbell7573]

i just love how you and your dad work together, I work on cars and other stuff with my son and its the best thing ever!!

[@nicknac9747]

There's something about a burnt out car thats runs like this satisfying 🤩 greets from belgium !

[@jamesedmonds1350]

The best thing about an old car over newer ones is . All you need is spark ,fuel, and air, and it will run .

[@davidbenji1]

I'd love to see a full restoration!!

[@steinbauge4591]

but is it possible? warped panels will create issues

[@BrownPP46]

Great job getting Christines little brother running! Can't wait to see the next episode!

[@rafaelramirez4371]

Nice to see an old Comet running and sounding so good love to see it put back together again 👍

[@merpmerpmerpmerpmerpmerp]

man im thinkin the same thing

[@KawiG5]

That was truly amazing seeing the burnt corpse of a Comet come back to life. I’m hoping to one day return life to either a 1970 or 1971 Maverick. Love those cars. Keep up the awesome work gentlemen.

[@chuckschultz7028]

That car needs to become a 24 hours of Lemons star! An actual SBF powered car that is worth $500! Already gutted for a cage too!

[@BudgetBuildz]

That’s a perfect idea!!! She’s healthy too 👌 Winning bid was $175 😬

[@chuckschultz7028]

@@BudgetBuildz Junkyard Diggs just got a Pinto & posted a video of his first event with it, A fantasy of many car people!

[@PapaTanGh0stNI9htM4R3S0nMaInSt]

​@@BudgetBuildzAye the motor and transmission is worth a few times that alone.

[@visnichba]

That's the best idea on here!

[@royhaught9516]

It's a miracle you got that engine to run. You guys can do anything!

[@anthonymasters3885]

Very cool! I reckon the previous owner would be stoked to see (and hear) this beast come back to life!

[@789costela]

You know wat this build remind me of? *diy gang* 's burned Hekcat & also *pole barn garage* Holy goat build

[@brianwelteroth9248]

Glad to see you smiling through the whole video, your optimism is great.

[@soundmaster1966]

Michael, your optimism and your attitude is outstanding. Best team together with your Dad. Great video and looking forward to get you driving this car for a few yards soon. Cheers Ulf

[@marianniculae]

I want to congrat you and your father. For finding everywhere a gem into a rock. Like this engine. Please accept my respect for that.

[@randyriggs5463]

Glad to see you and your dad getting that Maverick running. Motor sounds pretty healthy. She wants to go! Nice content

[@rickcooper6817]

Now that's what I call some extreme patina, and the rest I think will buff right out. Way to go guys!

[@willemp6432]

The sponsors are going to jump on that faster than Stephen Hawking can say supercalifragilisticexpialidocious..

[@claztube]

@@willemp6432 LOL I think he's on a galactic journey and won't be getting around to speaking to us anytime soon, but who knows....

[@ironthornkoncepts]

Build it but leave that body... Add the safety stuff and drive it! Spectacular!!!

[@robertmeehan3072]

you gotta save this old girl please?!!! she starts after all she's been through she deserves to be brought back all the way.

[@grayhounddaddy62leake83]

I'm just dumbfounded! I have no words! You took a totally burned up Mercury Comet and got the engine to start!!! I saw it, watched you and your Dad do it, and I still cannot believe it!!! You and your Dad are a helluva set of mechanics!!!!

[@grayhounddaddy62leake83]

@@sheepwolf1st Did I SAY that they could walk on water? No I didn't ! I merely stated that I was amazed that they were able to get a car to run again after being so severely burned and damaged!!! That's ALL!!! MYOB!!!

[@puddlerat]

Im only 2 minutes in to the video and just have to say i can tell you are a great parent because he asked before he did anything but still had fun while doing it And heard everything you said with no distractions

[@rich_edwards79]

Budget Builds - the automotive Necromancer, bringing the dead back to life. This thing is like Christine's lil' sister, lol. Or (to continue the movie references), something from Mad Max. She'd turn some heads at the Wasteland Weekend car show, that's for certain. You'd never, ever be allowed to return something like this to the road here in the UK, but if there's any possibility of getting this crispy Comet legal without spending a fortune, it would be fun to do. Imagine, driving along and suddenly seeing it looming in your rear-view!

[@ILOVEBACONBOY2018]

This is cool, Im alike a teen watching popular mechanics n tv again with my dad back in the dad (rip)

[@kevinkobayashi]

alot came across when i saw u standing next to the 'gem" one, its you truly have "serious magic " skills to bring this awesome car that you love retro its in your blood, that you surprise a someone like me who has no knowledge,patience the only thing i cn say if i can find someone who will not grumble when you have a negative and few funds but a mechanic who will put a fake smile and do it and tell me you honestly love it for a few yrs,

[@MrMattDat]

I can't believe you got that started! I've got to admit that my cheeks ache from smiling so much!!

[@fanofoldfans9238]

Love the bluing on the front bumper from heat! That's what you call a real beater. Well Done!!!

[@georgeumberhind6813]

Hahaha, that distributer and wires looks like it came out of a happy meal!!!!!

[@6petrolhead6]

Wow she is a testament to a car that still wants to live bless her 🙏

[@ralphjaquess8069]

It’s amazing to see the Comet phoenix, rising from the fire !! Imagine standing on the other side of a fence hearing that sound, cam and everything then walk around and be shocked and in disbelief!!! Great content soooo enjoy the Channel.

[@EricScheck]

When I first saw your crispy (literally) Comet, I thought, "No way." But once again you surprised us! Well done! Love the "get 'er done" attitude with you and your dad. Looking forward to the next one!

[@phillipherbst6357]

You managed to get the VW Golf that was crushed by a tree and sitting in the woods for a long time running, so I don't think that you will have a problem here. Just a little bit of paint and it will be like brand new. 😁😁

[@maxeluy]

I hope this goes viral so we can find the owner

[@allensnook7760]

Would love to hear the saga that befell this car.snooky pa.

[@scottgraham1153]

Man this is such a great channel better than most stuff on TV.

[@richardhill4862]

That was somebody pride and joy, but like you stated that we hope the people were okay. The little car does no want to go quietly into the night, at least it's at a place that likes turning wrenches

[@skinneyjay5451]

Ive been looking for a comet for years now. Good to see they are still out there.

[@daviddamico4288]

Awesome work getting it running, never thought it would…

[@philipolah7279]

Great Video and SCORE on the top loader. My Mom and Dad bought a Brand New Bright Red Comet GT 3 Speed on the floor In 1971 when I was 6 years old. I went with them to the Lincoln Mercury Dealer when they drove it home. I Loved that Comet and they gave it to me when I was 18! I Ran the Hell out of it for 10 years but like an idiot I let it get away. I am looking for another one or a good roller (maybe not quite as rough as yours!!) I have a 71 Mustang 302 4 Barrell engine and a 65 Mustang Top loader 4 speed with a Mr Gasket Verti-Gate shifter!! If You see one in better shape Let me know! Have a Great Day😊

[@chriscatarcio2983]

I'd call that a win. That car would make a good donor car to fix a rusted out one. 👍

[@SeaDooEric]

Send it to the sandblaster, epoxy prime it, then look for a donor car for interior and glass

[@mrb.5610]

Or dipped.

[@alanpaulick7815]

You guy's are crazy but I love crazy. Thanks for sharing this awesome video. Can't esoteric for the next episode

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha thanks!! 🤣🤣 Can’t wait to share the next video!!

[@johnbradley845]

I started smelling burnt car while watching this video.

[@BudgetBuildz]

Haha 😅 That’s all I’ve smelled for 2 weeks…

[@HottRoddTodd]

Me too.

[@darrenswails]

He smelled (smelt?) Burnt car while making this video lol

[@jaredpetersen7343]

Same i think smella vision is already implemented in devices they just dont wanna tell people we already have it pre installed hahaha 😂

[@rich_edwards79]

It's a smell you never forget.

[@darrenashley126]

Teck tip, Aussie farm trick. Get an old pair of stockings and twist them and use as a fan belt.

[@BudgetBuildz]

We’ll give that a go on the next one!!! 😃

[@someguyonli]

I'm usually not a fan of leaving cars unpainted, but this car in my opinion would look so amazing with just a couple coats of clear on it!

[@PapaTanGh0stNI9htM4R3S0nMaInSt]

That alternator looks like its a go'er also.

[@nadenolam8368]

Almost 200K subscribers, way to go.

[@ninjajunpei1984]

The Crispy Comet lives again. You have a decent start to a great build. Just gotta find a parts car now.

[@nikonordman7624]

That looks like something Pole Barn Garage would fix up

[@rm25088]

Burnt is an understatement. Even the tires melted off of it. I would like to know the back story on that.

[@garycoppard3596]

Another great video. Can't wait to see you buffing and polishing it lol. It shows how resilient motors can be. Thanks for taking a chance on this one, if you hadn't it would have been lost ever. Good to you and dad working together. Wishing you both much success. God bless you and your family.

[@dongardner9189]

sounds and looks like "christine" when she limped back to the garage!damn,that's unbelievable guys,great stuff!

[@chrisplace3024]

Very good Ford Tough!

[@josephcrispell7975]

Sweet can't believe that it started with very little work awesome

[@S4G3ANDP1N3]

this would make a perfect car for a mad max style build since the body is completely beat already! great job getting it running, I am shocked a car burnt that badly still runs that well.

[@JBO3022]

I pulled a 350 from a burnt van once. The tbi had melted into a glob on the intake. That untouched long block ran like a champ with a carbureted intake, for years.

[@benkoch7729]

Thats why we love old fords! They just run forever!

[@jackfisher3906]

Hard to believe it Started!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@foxyloon]

I didn't have any doubts of the engine being salvageable, it was just a question of how long it sat with moisture inside. Looks like you got to this one in the nick of time! Obviously, the smart thing to do would be to just yank the drivetrain and any other salvageable components, then scrap the burned hulk that was the body. Perhaps if you were ambitious, you could find another Comet with rusted out floors and use this car for donor metal. Yet I'll admit, it'll be really cool to see this car drive under its own power one last time. Looking forward to that video.

[@GTSW1FT]

Why not look at doing a tube chassis and bolting the he old body on to it?

[@foxyloon]

@@GTSW1FT Why? The metallurgy has been compromised to the point that the car will rot away within the span of five years, if that. The only real fix is to cut away the heat damaged metal and replace it outright. Simply welding in a roll cage to drive it around a handful of times before the body fully falls apart would be a wasted effort.

[@McGruff2008]

Get a couple of sponsors, and resto-mod her with all new electronics. Digital dash, navigation, the works.

[@turtlekoff1]

This retired Chevron Lube Oil Rep loves that you use that Hav 0 Leen motor oil.

[@theoccasionaloccultist3162]

"Rusty and crusty old cars...." check and check. Faithfull to the idea of the channel. There is no to far gone for you..... Amazing

[@alexblanco9687]

Dude, this would make a great rat rod. Leave all the rust and just fix the motor and safety stuff. Badass!

[@alidaraie]

Dad, son and grandson they all look roughly the same age lol. God bless you all

[@lawrenceengel3330]

Firing that thing up was super impressive 👌

[@danswartwood4580]

Thank you for sharing and your APPRECIATION to your subscribers

[@jeromehawkins8485]

Great job! wow it ran! Don't paint it leave it as the "Crispy Comet"

[@lukeoverington3901]

Just come across you guys. Awesome, awesome, awesome dudes - love it when all the odds are stacked against it and guys like you prove it wrong! Crazy but so inspiring. What a beautiful car! Got to be a resto now! Keep up the great work!👍😎

[@brettjones5041]

cant wait to watch the update on the flaming comet .i love the patina .

[@AndrewHCann]

Excellent video Budget Buildz :) yes surprises me how that Comet car come back life after fire 🔥 damage to and looking forward more videos too soon watch on this project to!

[@davidross5169]

A fella I know in racine Wisconsin. Was underneath his 67camaro when it caught fire,he got burned quite bad on the arms ,he is much better now,but. He is in the process of rebuilding it, he has his Mexican buddies making it like a new car,again.

[@erikrunas226]

You guys and Pole Barn Garage could compare notes. Another good video.

[@anibalbabilonia1867]

Dude! I’m freaking impressed! I never thought that thing would come alive! You guy’s as always impressed me with your knowledge and skills! I’m so looking forward to see what you guy’s have planned for that beauty! It sure deserves to be restored!👌😎👍

[@neil7692]

I worked at Hertz rent a car in the 70's. The 70 and 71 Maverick and Comets with 302s were fun cars. (I go there after the Shelby days) Super light weight. Also, the Fairmonts with 302s were peppy. Much lower HP than the early 70s but light cars. That made them fun to drive. Love the videos, Keep them coming!

[@TheIronDuke502]

Hello From Mark In Kentucky. Several years ago, My mother purchased a 1972 Ford Maverick with the 302 2bbl carburetor and with a C4 automatic transmission from our local Ford dealership The car was a bright Canary yellow with a brown vinyl roof and Ford hubcaps that had like a matching Canary yellow area painted on each of the them. That car was an absolute pain to change the spark plugs on as I remember and the front suspension was horrendous to try to keep in proper alignment. I wound up with the Maverick after my mother ran the engine low on coolant in which the engine always had a slight misfire. A friend of mine had a 1967 Chevrolet Chevelle that was pretty awesome until I ran him with the Maverick and whipped him pretty badly. FYI; I wanted to let you know that Reverend David and Ole Man on the KZbin channel @RevStoration had a red and white Mercury Comet that had the 302 with the manual transmission that is probably the same as your car other than the engine being the original 302 like the one in my Maverick. That engine in your Comet ran really well considering what it had been through with all of that heat. I have watched several of your videos and really enjoyed your approach in getting the engines running again. You and Your Dad make an incredible team by the way.

[@dpnichols8237]

Warped pannels or not, shes worth fixing up even if not a full resto. cant wait to see more on it. hows the porche coming along?

[@keithyoung7640]

I think I had just as much fun watching as these two guys had doing it Pretty slick 🏁

[@BudgetBuildz]

I’m so glad you enjoyed!!! 😊😊

[@bad74maverick1]

As a maverick lover and owner I hope to see this car on the road again!!!! Those PS hoses are factory ford. most people like me go to NAPA machine shop and have them made with 45 degree angle inlet and outlets so they will clear the bottom of the car smoothly and not hang down.

[@405544]

Man great video. Always makes good copy when you get something runniong that isn't supposed to ever run again.

[@smokengearsgarage]

Man, I sure hope the people who owned that car see this. Pretty cool!

[@engineprojects]

How he says in the beginning An smoking deal 😂😂😂 no shit nice to see you brought your kid along on this adventure

[@nikolajolevski3232]

Amazing after burning it's start and sounds very healthy all best guys 👍🇲🇰

[@donameci7]

Yup... Call it Phoenix! Came back from the ashes!! Mint!!!

[@martincurtis6445]

I think that's the most incredible will it run? I ever saw!

[@spazbite91]

I’m really hoping y’all got the rags out of the intake .

[@cramiro71]

Incredible job! I never thought it would run! Well done

[@tmajcan94]

I just recently subscribed to your channel and I must say I am hooked! Watched both videos of the Firebird you got running. Watched a few others as well. It's so great seeing you and your dad working on these vehicles. Keep up the amazing job you guys!

[@rickbarger5161]

Nice job guys I wouldn't have believed it if I didn't see it I live in California unfortunately but I don't believe I ever seen a comet like that all that body style I've ever seen is a maverick imagine same thing thanks for the videos always a good time

[@JamesCouch777]

She'll buff out 😬 I saw this video and I had to watch it, kinda like seeing a wreck on the highway, you hope nobody got hurt but you can't help but look!

[@danielrobert1680]

Dude, even I was impressed with this one, your optimism is awesome!

[@noduh736]

Good to see you guys were able to save it good job

[@SFHCommish_1]

Just starting to catch up on some of your older builds. The only thing I can say about this car is at least you didn’t have to deal with any mouse nests! 😆