WE BOUGHT A WATER FLOOD F150 CAN MIKE DRIVE IT BACK?

[@ezesrebuilds1174]

Literally to the 1% who's reading this, God bless you, and may your dreams come true, stay safe and have a wonderful day.

[@christopherrawlings8231]

Amen!

[@Bigchefnotthelil1]

Same to you

[@ezesrebuilds1174]

@@Bigchefnotthelil1 thank you 😇

[@treythegamerr]

Amen U too brother, sister who u are .

[@timmyvaughn7147]

Man I love watching yalls videos .always clean family friendly, no cussing .thanks for making the videos for us. I just bought my wife a 2022 bronco sport outer banks from copart .very lite wreck

[@EdwardTilley]

I'd think an oil change would be the first thing you'd do... And maybe a brake fluid check.

[@007balzak]

How do you drive home a copart car??

[@Sprintervan1]

I just bought 7 Salvage Hurricaine Ian Trucks. All super cheap, like less than half of loan value!!! I'm having them transported. I'm pretty sure we've got some good water damage. Nothing we can't handle! Excited to get them!!

[@mikeandrews3226]

Agreed, I would have at least check trans fluid for water, but looks lovely. Mike make sure brother doesnt paint it yellow 😊😊

[@Angel-vk2pf]

Lol

[@TM-529]

It's NOT legal to drive ANY salvage titled car on the road UNTIL it has been fixed AND passed a DMV inspection, period! - this is more copat advertising BS

[@TylerDuysen]

@@TM-529 wrong you have a certain time frame to drive it home usually 7 days just have to put insurance on it it only has to pass inspection to be retiteled as a rebuilt title instead of salvage

[@TM-529]

@@TylerDuysen You have NO idea what you talking about - been a towing business owner for 15 years and a small car dealer licensed for three. Cars deemed salvage are NOT allowed to drive on ANY public road as they are UNSAFE, it can only be put back into service AFTER it is FIXED and PASS a DMV inspection CERTIFYING it's REBUILT and up to safe standards, ONLY then the car can be RE-TITLED as "rebuilt" and only THEN it can get insured to be driven on a public road. No insured = NO legal on public roads as well. Salvage titled cars MUST be towed away period. Some idiots will slap a dealers license tag on them and drive it home anyways....good luck with that, if get caught you will lose your dealers license.

[@TylerDuysen]

@@TM-529 im not gonna argue with you not every state is the same most states you only need bill of sale and insurance you can insure a salvage title vehicle in every state for example here in idaho if i have a bill of sale and insurance i can drive it for 7 days allowing me time to get to the dmv flood cars are the easiest thing to retitle literally like he said in the video check your states laws some might not let you drive it home most will

[@nomebear]

It's nice to see you catch a break, you deserve it. This will make someone a great truck.

[@zak182006]

Watch out for water in the diffs. I had that issue and eventually the advancetrac warning was going nuts because of the water that got into the front diff

[@maccoolmac5191]

This is a must do,

[@chrisboissoneault7798]

Solid truck surprised they totaled it. Congrats man nice score.

[@1leggeddog]

Some insurance don't dance around. Flood = auto total

[@raymondmumford6255]

You are the nicest people. The truck is awesome 👍 Looks like it was really well looked after.

[@victorrobinson9116]

Use liquid laundry detergent for cleaning interior carpets and door panels ! The best

[@ColinPrince]

It really is a nice looking truck. I Think that you landed a good one. It makes it all worthwhile when you get a break, as it doesn't happen very often!

[@edmo43]

Thanks Guys for the new episode of the purchase by auction of the F150, a vehicle that was flooded. Good acquisition.👍🤟

[@huckster66]

Back in the 90’s my brother and I flew from Wisconsin to Missouri and drove back a 1964 Chrysler NewYorker. Forty five minutes in air plane and eight hours driving car straight. Oh, my brother was 21 and I was 18 years old when we did this and our parents never knew about our day adventure!😆

[@normie1338]

You made out nice on this adventure Mike. That's a nice looking XLT. Be nicer when you and Ivan get done with it. Stay safe and God Bless.

[@Angel-vk2pf]

So guys I love all your videos, thanks to you guys I got into the business, it's going slow I don't have deep pockets, but make sure you keep us posted on the build on the houses that it's also very interesting to me.

[@ZZ90755]

Good Luck best trucks ever I'm a Fordever guy.

[@dougaranda6187]

Nice score! Should be good with the interior strip and clean. That thing was barely flooded.

[@patrickrooney5130]

That is one lovely looking truck guy's. Good luck with what ever you want to do with it.

[@ZenEddy]

I’m new to all of this so I’m wondering how were you able to legally drive the car off the lot? Like the insurance and tags? Any advice would be greatly appreciated

[@chris00rock]

Was a great ride along! Awesome video! Looking forward to the next one!

[@patrickmitchell6631]

Done the same thing last month ,only in a 1975 mg midget,from North Yorkshire england to galway in the Irish Republic .some adventure

[@stephenrussell9518]

Looks like you got lucky on this one I’m sure when picking up a flood vehicle its a crapshoot. I guess you have a dealer plate you guys bring when you drive one back?

[@oxtail3829]

Great buy. I think very little work to be done on this one. The trip looked a lot of fun. Well done.

[@redtailhawk289]

This is the best time of year to drive on 75 and 40 the trees are in full color . I hope Mike keeps this truck for his self .It will come in handy while building his house . SCRUBS say NIKO BROS OTAY |

[@carlosalvertolopezcuartas7587]

Hola saludos desde Colombia. Un fuerte abrazo. Les quiero contar que soy un apasionado de todo lo que ustedes hacen. Y solo puedo decir que con usted yo trabajaría hasta gratis 😊😊😊😊

[@tybell8899]

Check and/or change ALL oil & fluids. You may want to have extra headlights, headlight bulbs, brake light bulbs, & any other bulbs that may need to be replaced along the way.. Wouldn't hurt to have extra fuses. Better safe than sorry.

[@robertdurrance8161]

do you guys wver check for water in differentials

[@neilfoster814]

From the UK, not a big fan of American stuff, but that is one really nice truck!

[@benjaminelmore1627]

Seems like a good deal! I am on the hunt for a minor flood or minor wreck Corvette right now. Lot of really bad ones out there-nice ones are few and far between.

[@dangooley2400]

I purchased the truck from them after cleaning. Just put 3700$ into it. Other than that truck is fantastic. 👍🏻. No water in the transfer case and rear differential. All other components checked out. Definitely wasn’t bad. The alignment was horrible though haha

[@Orefamilylawncare]

You bought the one in the video?

[@namerican8510]

Hey there Mike, anytime you're dealing with electrical flooded systems try spraying everything with "Corrosion X" let sit a few minutes, wipe or dry air it off and re-spray and don't wipe off and plug it back in. You'll be amazed!

[@tomking1890]

In Michigan it is not legal to sell a flooded vehicle. Not sure how many states support this. The key takeaway is that you need to be vigilant when buying a used car, even if you don’t live near a traditional storm area. That’s because flood-damaged cars are often transported well beyond their original region after major storms to locations where consumers may be less aware of the warning signs to look for. Water can ruin electronics, lubricants, and mechanical systems. It may take months or years, but corrosion can find its way to the car’s vital electronics, including airbag controllers. Consumers need to carefully inspect any used car before buying one (or pay a mechanic to do it). Consumer Reports’ chief mechanic, John Ibbotson, says to avoid vehicles with signs of deep-water exposure “even if a vehicle looks acceptable and may be working when you inspect it.” That’s because the long-term effects of water damage can haunt buyers for the life of the car. Too often, when an insurance company declares a flood-damaged car a total loss, that information isn’t communicated to potential buyers. Once a flood car is totaled, it’s supposed to get a new title, called a salvage title. Those titles are usually plainly marked (known as being “branded”) with the word “salvage” or “flood.” In some states, this warning is shown on the title as an obscure letter or number code. Totaled cars are typically sold at a salvage auction to junkyards and vehicle rebuilders. Reselling them to consumers may be legal if the flood damage is disclosed on the title. Those “salvage title” cars can’t be registered until necessary repairs are made and the vehicle is reinspected by officials. Then the vehicle is given a “rebuilt” title, which allows it to be registered for consumer use. But as Consumer Reports found years ago in an investigation of rebuilt wrecks, some flood-damaged vehicles reappear with a clean title. Be especially wary of any used car being offered with a “lost” title or with only a bill of sale.

[@chrismiller1818]

From what pros say is first naturally salt water versus fresh water only makes a slight difference but corrosion will happen and salt water is just faster but unless you clean every electrical connections they will eventually fail..and the cost of replacing ECU etc gets very pricey so the vehicle will run fine for awhile then shorts begin to happen weeks or months later...most mechanics I watch say most should just be used as parts because electrical nightmares are coming

[@Oscarphone]

And trust me, when the problems start happening with a salt water dunk it's like the car has gone crazy.

[@garhumpston5495]

Nice truck, looks like a lot of extras, power windows, cruise control. I’d be keeping it. A truck is always handy to have.

[@brad9529]

Extras? That's the basic model, Its hard to find wind up windows in any car made the last 10 years. Even really crap cars.

[@Nick_23562]

Bro I’m like right beside woodford county where’s the place you picked this truck up at?

[@stephenricketts7764]

Travels with Micheal, at least you didn't follow the yellow brick road. 😁Could be a nice truck for someone if there are no issues.👍👍

[@genesiesky3756]

The sound of the chime when you open the door makes me nostalgic for my 2013 Ford F150 XLT.

[@cap2c484]

Love the adventure! I can definitely relate, always so exciting picking up a vehicle at Copart!

[@TM-529]

You can't do this, sorry. You can't drive away a salvage titled car before it's fixed AND passes a DMV inspection - this is just C0part advertising bull s..t

[@cap2c484]

@@TM-529 Just to clarify, I have never driven a car away from Copart. Only loaded onto a trailer and driven home.

[@TM-529]

@@cap2c484 That's the only way to do it, the OP is not just filming himself doing something unsafe and ILLEGAL but promoting it by misleading.

[@ThrottleNation247]

Greetings from Nigeria 🇳🇬 Would do an oil change and that’s it new daily drive

[@caitlyndickerson]

I have a question. If you purchase a truck from copart that has a cracked windshield, could you use this same process to deep clean it, and prevent further humidity/water damage from rain getting through a hole or 2 in the windshield? Is there any further steps you would take to prevent damage

[@jerrymuir3664]

Love the content, appreciate you sharing. Also fun to see "our neck of the woods" in the video.

[@chasmcl42]

Brilliant video 👍👍

[@jkashj1994]

I'm in Georgia...are there any rules that keep you from driving a salvage title car back from the auction? Maybe it's just Georgia, but I thought you had to trailer it back until you have your rebuilt title approved.

[@nevetslegasi5686]

You are NOT SUPPOSED to drive Salvage vehicles till they have been inspected. But people do all the time.

[@christopherhamilton5557]

First time on this channel but I would imagine he has a dealers plate or transporter tag. Truck looks good…

[@richardgerrald2080]

How do I contact you regarding purchasing one of the cars?

[@wwz1011]

Like the attitude, if someone wants it more than me, let it go! Worst thing is if you lock in on one vehicle, got to have it.

[@davidlilly8411]

Really a great truck. Love it 😃🙃

[@perryjohnson4403]

when attempting to get insurance would that be a "Salvage" truck? and how if so do you get insurance? love the video.

[@danielsteward5090]

Most of the auction car I've bought were not drivable. I only did heavily collision damaged cars. Ones that got a new frame and nose clip or a frame and bed. I would buy two at a time so I got the parts to make one good one from two.

[@merrymanrc]

Great deal on that nice looking f150

[@keithhannah1234]

Can you drive a salvage title vehicle on the road? Can you talk about changing a title from salvage to clear so the vehicle can be sold as roadworthy. Thanks very much for your great videos.

[@charliecoco2115]

Why the hell do they fork lift it out and possibly damage the car when you are driving it away?

[@jamieshaddock5362]

Was that Lexington copart or Louisville thanks

[@johnburfield6818]

Do you not have put car registration plates on to drive on road

[@alexanderschonfeld5879]

I was scared for you that the fork lift might do some damage underneath as you picked it up

[@barryaitchison5565]

very cool truck will love to see what you do with it love scotland

[@Orefamilylawncare]

Well that looks like a Virginia inspection sticker. Funny cause we actually have a copart in VA. In my days as a technician we totaled out countless cars due to flood damage. Those wiring harness and control modules get expensive fast. The labor is what totals them. It's a risk at best buying a flood car.

[@finn.hermansen]

Beutiful truck - What a Bargain 👌👍

[@markwitkop7022]

Water in fuel. Water in Transmission, Water logged starter. Rusty brakes. Wrecked seat belts. Just to name a few. All of that is fixable. But to drive home?? Questonable. Should be a fun video.

[@NeW758]

Dang that’s awesome!!! For 15k!!!

[@BZ1340]

How does this work inspection wise. In our neck of the woods a vehicle flooded has to be registered as such after inspection

[@TheSlider535]

I love the road trips and taken us along !

[@edwardcomiskey6556]

Yes let’s clean her all up for a five hour trip in a flood truck. Never mind changing the fluids at minimum. Let’s get the armor all on the 90,000 mile tires.

[@hparkersd]

Keep on coming right onto California. You can drop it in my drive. LOL!

[@ausmartin1]

Yep diff oil, trans oil, oil change, filters and you drove it? CRAZY man just Crazy

[@JeffBondurant]

How are you able to just drive it off the lot without plates and Insurance? I always have to put mine on a trailer

[@danielsteward5090]

I would pull the starter and have it rebuilt and change the oil in the front and rear differentials. Or atleast check them for water intrusion.

[@r3b3lxxleader]

Nice looking truck, though I like the older f-150 logo better personally.

[@bernardowens1648]

Was that the Charlston airport??

[@nealwright5630]

def check the cavities under the doors and corners. Ford puts holes across those, and if they're full of water they'll rust. I guess it's Ford's way of guaranteeing their products won't last forever.

[@jcautosalesrangervillerd2584]

Recommended first Chek all the fluid trans,and engine diferencial

[@paulgrimm]

I own the same 2016 truck in a XLT and the 3.5 .43k Dealer offers to buty it out right for 25k.There all aluminum.Won’t rust.I would have gone to a dealer and change oil.trans ,and reared fluid

[@rizwanshafaat5394]

Technically you not supposed to drive a salvage title car on Public roads until it has been inspected by Dmv and issued a rebuilt title. 😊

[@HP.Customs]

Bring it home and put your home dehumidifier in it for 2 days on high and check it every 8 to 10 hours. That’s what I did and it made it dry as a bone in that car.

[@aloy1920]

Nice 🚛

[@mennoboon8037]

Alright nice one👍

[@gimne]

How are you able to drive this? Dealer plate? Since it’s salvage don’t you have to get it inspected and stuff to make it able to be driven on the road legally

[@NikoBrothers]

Depending on ur state rules

[@JB-mf1zc]

Looks like a good deal!! God Bless!!

[@stevenstair1068]

My son in law bought a flood truck from Florida brought it up north to drive after 2 weeks that thing started rusting away in front of our eyes , the salt water ate it alive he took it back to the dealer before it disappeared!!! Got a new one out of the deal..

[@christopherhampton2870]

Truck was probably didn’t the Jenkins ky flood considering the auto world of big stone gap stickers right around where I live lol glad to see it getting more life

[@smplyizzy]

Good to see you not going the route of a ONLY “KZbin rebuildable” project.

[@KA-qk4wg]

Looking good guys!!

[@johnmerriett3837]

Question been watching all videos. I'm been thinking about buying a truck from you .I'm thinking about gmc or ram what do you think about. I'm hoping that you can give me idea .love watching all your videos at work.

[@tedbiernacki376]

So just how can the drive this truck home from Copart? Do you slap on a repair plate from the shop ?

[@tedbiernacki376]

I'm in Mass. I just looked it up, don't know why I didn't before. But you get a 7 day transfer of registration grace period, and you can drive on the roads as normal.

[@dp9414]

@@tedbiernacki376that’s fine for a clean title but a salvage vehicle cannot be on the road.

[@robertlyman9789]

Got Whistlin diesel who tears stuff up, Niko Bros fixes them back up!

[@tossedsalad5532]

Did he not say they looked it over prior to purchase ? Would have the oil ran away from the inspection until pickup ? I'm sure he double checked it. Yes would have been a smart thing to drain oil but he does have a shop

[@melmatos5338]

And how you going register the car

[@daviddamico4288]

Glad you didn’t have any issues with it Michael…

[@mrbob19561]

Change out fluid in diffs at least 2 times been there with my 95 ford e350

[@SGtrucking]

Hopefully you check the rear and front diff oil

[@brianmatheson8354]

Did the radio 📻 work

[@jonsmith6496]

Love you guys!

[@hazlotu5905]

I am interested to buy one like that can you provide information where to buy

[@michaelbaldwin8869]

Thinking about doing the same thing

[@angelmorales220]

Nice truck.

[@chuckzimmerman3711]

Good information thanks

[@KentHutchins]

Must be slack state regs where that CoPart is located. In Australia, the likes of a CoPart can't let a salvaged-out truck drive out - straight back on the highway. The directors could shoulder liability in the event of an accident.

[@richardlytle7494]

I don't think it was legal. I work for a KY dealer and buy cars here. The same Copart makes us tow them out, charges an $80 fee to bring to the front gate for pickup and we are 30 minutes from the facility. He was driving from behind the front gate. I guess rules don't apply to everyone.

[@ronsteitz4535]

How about all the fluids being ck done and changed out😯

[@thedraftdoctor1]

what other type of flood is there?

[@PP-gs9qe]

Well done! Good truck! Impatient too see more. But Didn't understand why you didn't wash the carpet like the rest of the beast.

[@fivedotsdave9723]

Since COVID In northern Ireland we still are not allowed to view vehicles before the auction and we are not allowed to drive the purchased vehicle out of the copart yard.....