My Derelict 1931 Model A Ford Victoria restoration.

[@amilton4849]

Your workmanship is second to none. Fantastic job, Sir.

[@claytoresto]

Thank you very much!

[@Bigskyguy56]

I just found your Channel. I find it rare on KZbin now, that a channel will share knowledge & info , without the , "Buy My Merchandise from my Amazon link", & other annoying non restoration related input. Thank you for providing a channel that is informative , enjoyable & relaxing to watch. Thanks again, Rick

[@claytoresto]

Welcome aboard!

[@lgriestra]

Hey! It's great to have news from you after such a long time. Best regards!

[@claytoresto]

Hey, thanks!

[@bigredc222]

Thank goodness, a new video, I've watched most of your video's a couple times, I'll be looking forward to each video. Thanks.

[@claytoresto]

Glad you like them! More to come

[@keithtpullin]

What a wonderful and refreshing change to listen to someone who obviously knows exactly what he's doing and is prepared to share and educate the rest of the world, without all that c - - p and B/S we normally see, thank-you so much. Cheers Keith. (UK)

[@claytoresto]

Thanks Much more to come. New uploads at least very week.

[@domenicomonteleone3055]

@@claytoresto i really like your videos please keep making more videos on everything you have in your storage space and restorations you have a beautiful shop that is always clean Thank you kindly from #YSW 🇨🇦 respect back to you 🙏

[@Michael_Scott_Howard]

My 1931 engine came from the Rouge plant and my 2020 F150 was made there just a few month ago. Thank for for saving this piece of history

[@claytoresto]

My pleasure. thanks for watching.

[@davemiller6893]

What a nice surprise to see you back. I really enjoyed your previous videos very much. I am about to work my way through your latest Model A Victoria presentations and catch up quickly. I admire your craftsmanship and patience very much. Thank you for posting.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks for watching, much more to come.

[@Mercmad]

The 31's were the prettiests of the A's especially the Vickys!.

[@claytoresto]

I love them.

[@tyronemarcucci8395]

Mine was a runner, in excellent shape except it used a lot of oil. This was 1956-1960. A few years later I tore it down and found it had been sleeved..Had a Corvette 283 sitting for it, but my Dad sold it while I was in the Navy. Used the money to buy a 64 Falcon. Had a wife by then..

[@chumbuddy100]

Glad to see you back. I always enjoy the videos

[@claytoresto]

Glad you like them!

[@williamg.rodeschin7811]

Music is perfect! Added in the right places. Does what it is supposed to do. Don't listen to the haters (I am sure you don't)! Glad your back Mark!

[@claytoresto]

Thank you so much!

[@RichardMichaelOwen]

smashed that like and subscribe button. Fantastic craftsmanship and shop organization, thanks for sharing the knowledge.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks and welcome

[@shawnmrfixitlee6478]

I sure am going to ENJOY THIS !! Thanks man..

[@claytoresto]

Glad to hear it!

[@bradsmith9189]

Always look forward to the great videos Mark produces. Exceptional work is rare and these guys are at the absolute top of the game. Can't wait:)

[@claytoresto]

Much appreciated!

[@lapoint7603]

I am thrilled to see you producing videos again! I love your videos because of the detail and the lack of drama, just good technical information. I am anxiously awaiting your next video. Thanks.

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@stevejanka361]

Good afternoon Mark, its really good to see you do another video series. I always learn so much and really enjoy all of the tips, tricks and techniques that you employ to do those beautiful restorations. You take care and stay healthy.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks

[@andrewfraser4347]

Thanks Mark, love watching your work, and your immaculate workshop. I’m doing a ‘27 A Model Hupp in similar condition so will be watching intently.

[@claytoresto]

Go for it!

[@leghumper83]

Sweet! One of my favorite channels with some new content...can't wait to watch you dig into this restoration!

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@pillmeup]

Your videos are always such a treat. Thank you so much for the uploads!

[@claytoresto]

Glad you like them!

[@emdb1981]

Absolutely thrilled to see some new videos. Love your work, and enjoy this series!

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@fastmail55]

I've seen my share of Model As built up from parts over the years. If it's done authentically, I don't see a problem. Sometimes a complete car involving one of the more rare body types such as a phaeton or a victoria just cannot be found. I had a friend (now deceased) that built up a very authentic late '31 roadster from a car that had been largely gutted. He found original parts and put together a blue ribbon show car that won trophies at national shows. It was absolutely beautiful. Thanks for saving one of the more rare Model As!

[@claytoresto]

My pleasure.

[@nickhighman4455]

Worth a lot more than that in Australia. My late '31 Briggs Slant Town Sedan 160B in Concourse condition, as mine is, is insured for $85,000 AUD. But it has won a lot of shows!

[@jeffjennings6117]

I am really looking forward to this restoration. I own a late 1931 (indented firewall) Victoria.

[@claytoresto]

A new release every Friday.

[@KeithFinkFamilyFarm]

Awesome! So happy to see you back. Thank You! I can't wait to get this started. Keith-

[@claytoresto]

Thanks much more to come.

[@tyronemarcucci8395]

My 31 came from Getchel, Nevada gold mine. It was owned by a cook. He purchased it new. My cousin bought it and I talked him into selling it tome for...50.00....It's now in a museum in Reno.

[@johnmereness1054]

Model A's are surprisingly hard to get MARC quality parts for high point restorations, but are also kind of a nice blessing that you can get usually something functional if not better to keep you running down the road - at times it sure beats the stuff with totally unobtainium for parts.

[@claytoresto]

Very true!

[@pappabob29]

Subbed and clicked the notification bell a long time ago. This is the first notification I have received in "years". Interested and anxious to see the Model A restoration but hope it won't take "forever". Not being a A.H. since I own projects that still don't run and are 22 and +- 40 years old. Just don't have that kind of time to wait. ;o) At 77, I have loved Model A's since age 13. Owned a few along the way. Currently, the 22 year old project is a 29 CCPU that was purchased as a "Hot Rod" basket case. Was all pieces. Some/many, not worth keeping. Hope to get that running in the next 2-3 years. Will definitely "stay tuned" for this Victoria series !!!

[@claytoresto]

I'll have a new episode up at least every week. And I have been filming, just no ti e to edit.

[@Gs-sv6pw]

Glad to see you back! Can’t wait to follow this project.

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@mp330600]

I am looking forward to your work on this car. This will be a fun trip.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks I have much more and many more cars filmed, I just need to edit the film.

[@IanSlatas]

Super excited to see you back!

[@claytoresto]

Yay! Thank you! More to come

[@rosshodge333]

Great to see you back!

[@claytoresto]

Thanks. such more to come.

[@johnclements6852]

Welcome back Mark and staff, it'll be interesting to see a more "basic" vehicle compared to the Packard, Lincoln's etc you usually do.

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@johnicenhower4175]

I have a 31 Victoria (steel back, indented firewall) that is in very similar shape including the spare tire damage to the bustle. One in this condition requires finding all the unique Victoria parts like the rear splash apron, floor pan, shorter windshield frame, correct seats, window risers for the “long” doors etc. except for the floor pan and front seats, these are not common except a couple of other Model A body styles. It has taken several, several years to find these unique parts.

[@claytoresto]

Right on

[@SixRoundsStudio]

Glad your back Mark!

[@claytoresto]

Thanks

[@nelsonchegezy3332]

Excellent video. This is my first view of any of your videos. I'm very much looking forward to the other episodes about the Model A Victoria. We have a 1931 S/W 160B Town Sedan. It seems like a conundrum when the course of action is to acquire only a restored Model A since it's not economical to restore them. How will unrestored Model A's get restored in the future? What are your thoughts? Thank you.

[@seanwhatstone8880]

Glad to see you're back

[@claytoresto]

Thanks

[@johnlundberg5705]

Am I glad you're back.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks. More to come.

[@fredkaminski6138]

I have a 1930 Victoria! Love it! You forgot to mention that the Victoria has WIDER DOORS !

[@claytoresto]

Than a 2-Dr yes, but not an A400 or a Deluxe Phaeton.

[@andrewboulton9928]

Excellent

[@claytoresto]

Thank you so much 😀

[@estpst]

Missed you guys!

[@claytoresto]

We're here and restoring and filming everyday. I just need to edit the material into an understandable format. I'll have a new upload at least every week

[@shadowraith1]

Looking forward to the process.👍

[@claytoresto]

Coming soon!

[@EVILVIKTOR]

Thank you! It's been a minute.

[@claytoresto]

You're welcome!

[@kylecorcoran8028]

Man I was wondering why I hadn’t seen any posts I really dig your content

[@claytoresto]

Thanks. I've been filming for awhile now and have lots of stuff to share now. New uploads at least every week.

[@kylecorcoran8028]

A Road Less Traveled with Restore Cars awesome. I really like your engine machining videos. The stutz main bearing video I have watched more times than I can count

[@melbrooks5816]

can't wait to follow along and hopefully learn some new skills. Without the BS...

[@claytoresto]

Welcome aboard!

[@fastmail55]

Thanks for doing a Model A! I have a '29 Phaeton. It is an older restoration that I have rehabbed. You're right; the economics are often just not there anymore to restore some of these cars. But if one loves the cars, it can be great fun. I have tried to sell mine and have found the interest level certainly is not what it once was. Look forward to this series. How is the restoration of the '32 Packard Coupe/Roadster going?

[@claytoresto]

The 32 is in metal work now. just dyno's the engine last week. It's coming along.

[@mikesonneson2824]

Enjoyed

[@465maltbie]

Thank you I have been hoping you would post something new. Charles

[@claytoresto]

More to come!

[@Dave_Boyer]

Just my kinda channel, glad I found it!

[@claytoresto]

Welcome aboard! many more cars and video's to come.

[@Adam5130A]

Looking forward to this!

[@claytoresto]

Thanks More to come. A new upload at least every week.

[@anthonypritchard7710]

Can’t wait!!!!

[@claytoresto]

A new upload every week.

[@brianbob7514]

I am excited to see this

[@claytoresto]

Thanks More to come

[@gregmaggielipscomb9246]

Kool , someone who knows what it takes....

[@kimkramer5773]

Thank you!

[@claytoresto]

You're welcome!

[@joesixpack7551]

Great video - what happened to the 1932 902 Packard Roadster you were going to do a whole series of vids on to show the re-restoration? I subscribed, but I don't see anything other than the original 'test drive' that you did before tear down...

[@claytoresto]

Going through restoration now. We Dyno'd the engine last week. Satay tuned.

[@joesixpack7551]

@@claytoresto Thanks, I have the same car but mine burned when the prior owner had it. Looking forward to seeing the 902 roadster vids - you do a great job with every aspect of your videos - keep them coming please.

[@rickreeve1246]

a farmer friend had a vicky one day we were talking and asked what he wanted for it he said 25.00 told him we d be out that sat i happened tell a friend about it and the a.....hole went out that night and got it drove it home that was 1961 and i ve never have spoke to him since

[@Jayhawkga]

I thought you quit You Tube. Welcome back.

[@claytoresto]

I have been filming everything, just no time to edit. But I'm working on that every night, so stay tuned, much ore to come.

[@Jayhawkga]

Looking foreword to what's coming.

[@king0cans]

One of the very few i do sub and smash the button or whatever.

[@claytoresto]

Thanks. I hear that sharing also helps a channel. My goal is not to be a KZbinr. I just like sharing this stuff na making people happy.

[@hectorortiz330]

I own a 1929 Ford Model A two-door or four-door I need to find them the whole wood for the vehicle can you help me out

[@claytoresto]

Try Bert's Model A in Colorado

[@mattomon1045]

how are you doing on the Victoria ?

[@claytoresto]

It's getting upholstery now. More episodes will be coming.

[@davemachoukas6175]

Restory rusted out jeep. Like thern as much as i can.

[@king0cans]

I am available to video.....

[@claytoresto]

Ok good I'm getting tired of doing it all myself.

[@king0cans]

@@claytoresto You think im kidding. Anyways your whole operation is clean and organized. Well oiled machine. Good job. Let me know if you do need someone. We can work something out. Thank you.

[@tasa3083]

The lively twilight preauricularly tremble because number regretfully scold besides a nasty trigonometry. quiet, ultra spider

When this is done will you in good conscience claim that it is really a 1931 Ford? Like the guy who owns George Washington's hatchet, handle has been replaced three times and the head twice but he still thinks it is somehow connected to GW. For your next fake-up, find a Duesenberg rear view mirror and build a car around it - don't forget the 350 crate engine for full originality.

[@mainthink]

You reached a conclusion with a rather big jump, from just a few minutes of introductory footage. How would you know that he does not have every single era-correct part from the early thirties? There are such things as fully rebuilt, period correct classic cars. Your GW hatchet analogy is on point but I don't know that it applies to this car. It is obviously not a 1931 complete car with matching numbers being restored with the goal of retaining every possible original part. It's a build project starting from a 1931 body. Your question implies that you have already decided how this car will be presented (and sold?) in the future.

[@bigredc222]

The only time it matters is if you're going to sell it, you're honest with prospective buyers.

[@seanfyodorovich5230]

Should he just send it off for scrap then? These people don't have to provide you with free entertainment you know. This guy is obviously busy enough owning and running a business like this without the additional countless hours spent filming and editing videos. Perhaps if you don't have anything nice to say you shouldn't say anything at all.

[@daleolson3506]

Random crap music junked another video👎🏻

[@claytoresto]

Do you have any suggestions?

[@daleolson3506]

Yes you don't need it. Your content should be enough.

[@cheewurz]

Can't Wait!!!

[@claytoresto]

On the way Friday