1974 Gran Torino Elite Sitting 15 years WILL IT RUN and DRIVE? - NNKH

Part 2 attempting to drive her 2500 miles home here: • Will The 1974 Gran Tor...
Jen wanted to do a cross country trip so I hopped on FB and found a 1974 Ford Gran Torino Elite in Las Vegas that had been sitting for about 15 years. The owner Oscar got it from his father who was the original owner and due to health reasons had let it sit for some time. Oscar had this and another car shipped to him from Cali with the hopes of fixing both up but never got to the Elite due to lack of free time. So this is the story of us flying out from Pennsylvania to get it running and drive it home 2500 miles. since there was an overwhelming amount of footage I decided on breaking it into part one and part two. Hope you enjoy watching and any feedback is always appreciated!
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[@macclesfieldufosociety5490]

Your a hell of a mechanic and film maker. You, Jen and Gus are a perfect combination. Fast flowing, punchy and perfect. Thank you so much from Rob in the UK.

[@ronaldreiter1357]

This concept of "Will it Run" combined with sight seeing/camping is absolutely brilliant. Nobody at a TV network would ever say, " Hey let's take an industrious master mechanic, with his Hot chick and loyal canine and put them in a derelict automobile and see if they can make it across the country." I don't watch much of any long format, but I couldn't get enough of your adventure. The things you're willing to take on in a parking lot of a parts store or hotel was really impressive. Keep up the good work. You're an inspiration. BTW, we are headed to Utah this Fall and can't wait to get there.

[@armorer94]

My grandfather had one just like that except his was blue. He's Been gone since '82. Love you, grandpa.

[@steveanderson4170]

I quit drugs about 24 years ago and I said I'd never get addicted to anything I lied. I can't stop watching you man. It's 3:00 right now in the morning a.m. and I'm sleepy, but I don't want. I want to watch the next one and the next one and the next one you know I like it. Don't ever stop. I'm learning a lot about mechanic and by watching you also. Thank you man. Thank you

[@ezrhino1803]

I'm totally being honest. This could've been 10 hours and I would've watched. Excellent presentation and content Chris. Good to see Jen and Gus in more prominent roles also. Fun trip for sure. Blanket be ready this week. For the Gus man.

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thanks so much for the continued support man! And awesome, can't wait to see that. I'm sure Gus is going to love it

[@Hard_Right]

yeah but it's a lot of work to edit all those clips and then upload , render etc

[@joeskin9560]

Couldn't have said it better.

[@lancehigdon8683]

He did pretty good after on that vehicle

[@SCSweettea68]

I would’ve totally watched it for the Torino! Those were cool cars! Has a Starsky and Hutch vibe. Gus is too cute! #FordTorino #BuiltFordTough 😎

[@kendorsey4499]

I was 15 years old and got off the school bus and seen this exact car in my parents driveway. Asked my dad whose car that was. He said yours. It had a 351/400 engine with a rod thru the block. Fast forward 6 months and a whole lot lawn mowing, and it now had a 351W in it from the junkyard. Get it running and needs a top end. Fast forward and a whole lot what ever I could do for money and it is finally running right. Some of my greatest memories are with this car. Still have all scars from the work I did some 40 something years ago. Thanks for making me smile.

[@indiosveritas]

When a couple knows how to work together they can make miracles happen.

[@EdwardSabo]

Love the Road Trip format! Jen and Gus are Awesom travel partners!

[@johnweeks6267]

I’ve been following this guy since early on. I said don’t sleep on this channel, cause I knew it would go to the moon. So happy to see the progress! Thanks for the videos bro, these are pure entertainment at its finest.

[@MonologueMusicals]

Been subscribed since he helped Camarata with the welding on the castle roof. He had the ingredients but he needed to tell the story like Andrew does. Now he's put it all together and he's found his own style. Super happy to see the success coming to the channel.

[@cliffnote]

I'd say having a Jen with the "it's your rodeo" type of attitude is what makes these adventures worth doing!! She's a keeper fo-sho!! Also love the way you explain how you find and fix problems, and yes, we do get your little comments here and there...hilarious! I'd say this is definitly a formula for success!!

[@itsmephil2255]

Totally agree 👍

[@jesterr7133]

A couple of other people have mentioned it, but I really like how you have been taking the time to explain how individual parts work, like the fuel pump. No one else really does that. I am a self taught car and small engine nut. I learned everything from KZbin videos and trial and error. I appreciate the in depth explanations. They certainly help a novice like me.

[@tylerburns5640]

Man, I learn a lot watching these videos, the concept of making a trip and buying a cheaper old car is for sure on the to do list

[@jeffpowers2916]

Great video Chris, can't wait to see part 2!! Definitely got balls driving 2500 miles home!! Thanks for all the work you do to make these for your fans!!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thanks Jeff and thanks so much for checking the video out. Part two is a blast! Can't wait to post it

[@mattmalone524]

@@NoNonsenseKnowHow I had the sister Mercury version of this car which was the Cougar XR7 and it was my very first car. It was an incredible car and it had 3200mi on it when II got it being a dealer demo that the owners wife. This is a lot nice GTE than Derek from VGG drove home 700 miles in. I would restore this car and keep it because they were rare unlike the Thunderbird that replaced it.

[@richardthomas1743]

That was a lot of fun! Hell yes do more of these if you can. I am looking forward to part two! Thumbs UP to you Jen and Gus!

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

Thanks for checking it out Richard and I appreciate the feedback

[@iamonearies21]

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[@charlieretro]

I wish he could do a video on this Tornio in my area that has been sitting in a drive way since 1996.

[@timetrialist]

You're super lucky to have Jen with you on this trip shes been so patient with all the craziness with this car 😂

[@gregdrmax]

Yes. Jen is a keeper. You guys are great together!

[@travharrell1713]

You're super lucky to have Jen. she's been so patient with all the craziness. @supersonicwings, There, I fixed it for you.

[@SolarAB]

Jen is really lucky to have you. @@travharrell1713 , there, I fixed it for you.

[@russgrebenc7923]

I had a 73 Gran Torino and this brings back memories. Thanks

[@Moosecop32]

My dream car is a 1972 Gran Torino. I like all the Torinos but I've been in love with the 1972 since I was 8 years old. Can't wait to see where this goes.

[@samuelmorado70]

I had a red / with black top 72 Torino with a 351 Cobra Jet . Had a factory Holley 4 barrel . No rust but I never got to fix up as I needed the money . Had sidepipes too. I bet it ran like a bat out of hell. Wish I had kept it

[@Moosecop32]

@@samuelmorado70 I need to just bite the bullet and buy one but taking the time to go to the southwest to get one is dang near impossible right now and I'm certainly not buying one here in the rust belt. Lol

[@alexlabs4858]

This is probably one of the more bold “will it run?” attempts I’ve ever seen. Excited to follow this one along lol. Editing to say I haven’t watched too many other car will it run channels because this one is great. Only other similar thing I watch is a guy who does this kinda stuff on heavy equipment but the NNKH diesel/heavy equipment vids are definitely a little more fun lol.

[@luckyb4541]

74 thousand original miles , he didnt even pull the plugs , how hard could it be?

[@brandonfleetwood4201]

You are absolutely winning this simulation called life

[@davidhicks2178]

Thats a Starsky and Hutch special there! Nice find!

[@struanrobertson3417]

Total respect on your hard work getting the Ford running!

[@Gman-qm6bv]

In 1974, I bought a new red and white Gran Torino Elite just like that one here in Texas. My wife had matching red racing mirrors installed to replace the single chrome mirror. Loved that car!

[@artbeau2293]

My farther bought the same car same color new . We had it 30 years I really enjoyed this video brought back memory’s of my Dad. Thank you ♥️

[@jdeno76]

Probably my favorite KZbin mechanic. I've been enjoying the diversity from the rocks in your driveway, the snow, the "swamp", the heavy equipment and now the drive it home style! Thank you and the family for great content and keep it coming!

[@DavidsAuto]

You know it's a good day when NNKH posts! love the content man keep it up!!

[@dieterlange7581]

Ditto 👍🇺🇸🍺

[@denisomeara6140]

I drove the same car In Boston for three years in the 80s and loved it. I had to get a truck for work but I always regretted selling that car. Thanks for the video it brings back a lot of memories.

[@gregoryblair9810]

In 1991 I was stationed at Mare Island near Vallejo, CA. Bought a 75 Torino and drove it for months. Sold it to another sailor who then drove it from Northern CA to NYC. Said all he did was replace the fuel filter. The reason I first bought it was a good friend got a 74 Gran Torino Elite upon graduating. Deep maroon with crushed velvet interior, lighted vanity mirrors on the visor; it had ALL the luxuries! We called it his "Pimpmobile!"

[@jbynum67]

My first car was a 1976 Ford Elite with a 351 Windsor. Man, I Love that car she was solid as a rock with the smoothest ride.

[@stevent3450]

I had that same car when I was 19, it was rusty and had the exact same problems you had, plus a universal joint failed and the driveshaft fell out, but I fixed it all on the street and was proud of that car back then :) this is a great Video and can't wait to see the 2nd half 😄

[@geraldsmith8782]

So true I had a 75 Elite same problems in video, great running car had it over 25 yrs

[@johntanis1783]

Had a 77 Grand Prix. Loved that car!! Brought back memories. Love Gus!!! Jen is super chill!!

[@danthemansmail]

This video took me back in time. When I was a young and dumb I owned that exact car down to the same color and white vinyl top. But mine had white leather seats.

[@DS-Turbo]

These are the videos I really like watching especially all the breakdowns and what you do to fix them. I definitely don't mind watching the longer videos to me I'd rather watch stuff like this than watching a movie

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

Perfectly said👍👍👍

[@karaDee2363]

Wow, that Torino looked rust free... But I don't remember too many Torino's equipped with fuel cells in the trunk LOL Looking forward to part 2..

[@eriks3260]

Great video. Can't believe any woman would go through that. She's one in a million!!!!!!

[@teebee5323]

Just like my old Cougar, same year. Chris would make the ultimate neighbor, instead of me taking 2 days to figure out whats wrong, he'ed do it in 2 mins. He would never have to buy beer again, ever.

[@floorpizza8074]

The door lock probably *does* work. On those old car doors, you had to hold *up* on the exterior door handle (as if you were OPENING THE DOOR) as you close it. Don't let go of the handle until after the door is completely closed. This was to prevent people from accidentally locking their car door when they didn't want to. Try it my way, and get back to us. : )

[@pauldeluca3471]

For some of the older cars I owned, the square key was always the ignition and the round was for locks.

[@bradleys4783]

I put in a KZbin search for the hell of it because I was thinking about the cars I've owned over the years. The '74 Gran Torino Elite is probably my favorite of all. What a great ride, what great memories.

[@codybrown9998]

I love this channel cause you remind me of my dad. I grew up do this type of shade tree mechanic stuff. good memories!!!!

[@ramshaar2597]

This car is a real beauty i am in love!😃

[@jslwrnc63]

Hell yeah! Do more will it runs where you fly out and drive back. That would be cool!

[@applefordguy76]

You two never disappoint! I watch every single one of your vids. Thank you and keep up the great work!

[@trentdawg2832]

Jen is a trooper, you gotta keeper for sure……my wife would have laughed in my face had I presented her to that automobile, and she’s the ford fan in the family

[@sherryamanfor]

Bring back memories I was 10 years old back then my aunt had this car

[@intrepid5684]

Can't wait to see part 2. I love this content. Love the Grand Torino as well. This has become one of my top five channels. Keep up the great work Chris.

[@inMotionOutdoors]

This was a really fun video I could have watched even more footage! Great idea to keep these going. The revival and drive thousands of miles home is always so fun.

[@macfisher4004]

That same exact model car, was my first car! Red with the white top. Thanks for the trip down memory lane.

[@rslsr56]

Im hooked, started watching with sewer pipe vid, fell in love with and Gus, then saw your act, great skills, easy to watch and follow, all stuff I do, I’m 66 and work as handyman out of a bread stepvan full of tools. Was an auto mechanic out of high school, then marine mechanic, home heating rep, Hostess Cake route guy, then into management with them 20 yrs. Now my truck is a rolling shop packed with tools, doing everything for home owners. I’m Married 46 years to my high school sweetheart, I love the way you treat your wife, keep doing these videos, your drive is refreshing, your confidence and easy manor is rare, the world needs more folks like your family. Every little thing you focus on appeals to a wide range of viewers so balance your maintenance and repairs of autos … and family to keep us watching.

[@StuartB_]

I could watch 2 hours of this quite easily. Your mechanical knowledge is insane and I'm sort of learning my way around an engine through your videos. Great entertainment, great tutorial and the personal life, vlog stuff rounds your videos off perfectly. I haven't binged on a creators videos like I have on yours for some time. I'm thinking this channel is going to blow up soon. Well earned!

[@sandyhall8580]

I just subscribed LOL!

[@BXtremP]

Hey man, your channel has risen to my top 3 in the past few months for sure. Love your content and good attitude. You guys are sane and honnest people, and there's def no fake content here, just real and simple one. Don't be bothered too much about the lenght of your videos, as if a few years back it was a no no on youtube to succeed, nowadays communities of this kind of channel, as yours, actually enjoy spending more than an hour or two watching a video. Can't wait for part two of this one or another, cheers from France.

[@RaymondMills-fe6pl]

I'm front Philadelphia Pennsylvania I enjoy watching 😊you three Gus is the Master of destiny way too go keep it coming 💯

[@jackwild1111]

I had a 76 Cordoba brougham... BEAUTIFUL CAR 🚘

[@tuk2433]

This channel has become by far my most favorite for content, for learning, for diversity. Chris, you are the real deal MacGyver. Keep doing what you do because in my opinion it's awesome!

[@rottsrule2505]

I admire your tenacity and strength! You take chances that I frown at and make the best of an adventure! I must say, I seriously ADMIRE you both and I'm already subscribed!

[@JP-vs1ys]

Man it's so awesome to see you work and not 'entertain' us with a whole lot of clownish sayings. It is just great to hear a normal guy talking through this. Kudos. Love it.

[@EchoAccord]

Classic road trip with his wife and dog and a classic car.

[@NoName-yr1jv]

I think you two are on you’re way to a million subscribers 👍 Well done Chris and Jen !

[@sandyhall8580]

OMG!!!!! This is such a nostalgic moment!!! My parents had a brand new '73 Ford Torino and had it until about '87. I am so proud of yall 4 getting this running and equally as happy for yall!!!!!!!!

[@taddymason9564]

I have always dreamed of flying somewhere and buying a cheap car and driving it home. Maybe one day. Awesome job getting the old Ford back on the road.

[@ronaldmiller2740]

GREAT CAR!!! I LIKE THE 1975'S TOOO!! GREAT GAS TANK ..MAKING JEN HAPPY IT'S HER CAR..THANKS FOR BRINGING MY FAMILY TO LAS VEGAS ON KZbin ,,, WE HAVE NEVER BEEN ..IT'S GREAT!!! WE LOVE THAT CAR FROM THE PASS THE RED STANDS OUT!!!! PEACE....SEE YA!! JEN CHRIS,, GUS BABY!!!!

[@patmcgaha8120]

This series was like going on vacation! Well done!

[@sennis1361]

You are a miracle worker ! Watched every minute. Interesting , entertaining and am totally impressed with your mechanical knowledge. The Jen and Gus team were awesome too.! Keep them coming. Liked and subscribed for more!

[@uh-1flyboy632]

I was able to get one of these back in 1982. Black with a pristine white interior. Had been hit in the right front bumper and his insurance totalled it and let him keep the car. I paid $400 bucks for it and it would have been a sweet first ride for me. THEN, I joined the Army and left the car behind. When I came home, my brother had sold to the junk yard !! Its the ONLY Ford I've ever owned....but never actually drove it. Now I have Cadillac's. Great watching you re-animate this car.

[@ybarabbas2201]

Had to stop and take a look at your video. Went to my prom back in the '70s in my dad's Ford elite light blue white top white interior all electric it was the smoothest ride ever. Brings back memories Thanks man Good luck on your project.

[@jasoncarskadon6809]

I love this kind of thing. I'm definitely looking forward to part 2.

[@felojelo1]

Hi Chis, loved your 2 videos on your 1974 Grand Torino. Brings me a lot of memories as i had one just like it. I was just married and had it since i was 19 years of age. Had it for 5 years kept it in very good shape and never had any major issues, great car for me. Thank you for sharing your video!

[@iainbell3446]

Thanks Chris Jen and wee Gus great video 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@bikerboy674]

Nice to see you guys as a couple enjoying making these KZbin video's.

[@somerandomguy3868]

Back in the early 80's a friend of mine had the convertible incarnation of this car, it was clean and cared for, this car is in great shape and if you really like it you should definitely consider keeping it

[@youbadolivez]

I was just 11 in 1980, wish I could go back and experience it all over again. My older brother had a '78 camaro, he used to do burnouts in the driveway and our father came out and smacked him upside his head. It was funny.

[@dmtadventures7044]

Revive and Drive!!! Just what I’ve been waiting for. Keep’em coming.

[@bigbobvub]

I would've watched any of your videos even if they lasted 4 hours! You people are the best kind of folks to ever become KZbinrs! So down to Earth and loveable! I absolutely love y'all! Good luck on all your endeavors!!

[@car4sell243]

Chris, Jen, and guss aswome informative video and great scenery. I like the funny when you picked up candy. 🍬 thank you and keep driving.

[@drewanderson8279]

This is one of my favorite videos of yours so far! I'm pumped for part 2! To see the holey goat on your channel is gonna be cool! Love what your doing. Cant wait to see more like this!

[@johnelliott7375]

Your so lucky to have a great family that enjoys the same things that you do. Have a great day and hopefully you all have a wonderful day.

[@johnoneill9539]

Marvellous! So envious! What an adventure ,picked up some good tips as well.👍

[@cruzramirez6188]

Great content! Reminds me of mom & dad working on classic cars together, my mom would clean the interior while my dad made it run lol. Its been 2 yrs since my father passed so its pure memories ❤❤❤

[@eddiehumphreys2905]

Awesome video and like others said if it was 10 hours i would have watched. Looked like a blast all the way through. Hope to keep seeing more of your awesome content and of course Jen and Gus as well. Yall rock!

[@hortanium]

Brought back memories...this is the story of my life...people always ask me how I know so much about cars...I say "because I wanted to get home"

[@vestalopez7278]

This cool how you fix then drive down the road check things out. Easy fixs your so lucky she didnt break down completely.Your puppy is so cute.😊❤

[@yousefhamdoun3010]

Amazing job Chris! Loved the video and can't wait for part 2! Loved the different scenes and clips in the vid, amazing style and entertainment

[@joshuaprince898]

Great video Chris, love the format, love that you brought Jen and the pup along. I'm looking forward to part 2!

[@barbaraduff2006]

My husband bought the 1974 Grand Torino Elite. Red w/White vinal roof, and white upholstery, Split Bench seat. Loved it and drove it across country twice. It was the only care we owned up till then that I could drive all day without back aches and getting tired. It even got good gas milage on the highway.

[@allen143]

The real miracle is Jen's patience dealing with that old rusty Ford. Women like that are hard to find. Lucky man.

[@kingdeuce7750]

The video was great Chris. Ton of fun to see you guys changing it up a bit and heading out west, rehabbing and driving home. All the videos are great but this one was particularly fun. Keep up the great content!

[@glenbo2464]

I like it , its cool and in great shape still ! Sounds amazing ! My moms friend had the four door model. It was a nice car and ran fine until one day it lost "Drive" in the transmission. She drove it for years in 2nd gear @ 35 mph ! lol

[@markduncan6690]

Jen is such “A Ray Of Sunshine”!

[@michaelfroncek1075]

You are a lucky man to find a girl that likes to be around cars and enjoy the adventure's Thanks for the videos

[@NoNonsenseKnowHow]

I agree! Jen is amazing. And thanks so much for checking the videos out

[@muzikman022]

Started watching your videos about a month ago. I'm not even a mechanic... I just admire your wealth of knowledge about cars. I honestly would have watched this whole journey in one sitting! Love the fly out and will it run concept! Keep it coming!

[@maniacaloffroad5338]

If you're new to this style of "will it run" vids, this is a good option. I like that he keeps his mistakes in the final edits. Vice Grip Garage is another one you'll like.

[@CPthetooladdict]

Awesome vid man this is a adventure everyone should experience! Excited for part 2!

[@larryclark6113]

This was awesome. Like the last guy, I will watch you all for hours. The right amount of everything.

[@marvingrajeda930]

My only comment is keep bringing those videos. I love them. Your videos are informative and fun

[@maconmichaux4791]

Exciting stuff, love your energy and getting it done attitude! You work fast and efficient, learning alot from your skillset.

[@djboma137]

Great video. My brother bought this same exact model as his first car back in 1982. The motor was bad, so we tore it down and rebuilt it and it lasted about another 5 years before it was made into a hobby stock. It is nice to see there are still a few of these around and good to see one is being put back on the road. I'll be back to see the next video to see if the car (and your hot sister) make it home.

[@johnd21]

Nice old car. Definitely don’t see them like that anymore. Great video!

[@Mr.T711]

My first car was a ‘75 Elite in red with the white and black interior. My grandpa left it to me. Garaged it’s whole life. Nicest one I’ve ever seen. Such memories.

[@greatwhitenorthrc509]

NNKH and VGG always top on my list of must watch great content guy I appreciate the effort!!

[@andrewspirk6502]

Dude, you're a legend! Grew up in PA and would love to do a similar challenge. Keep up the great work!

[@charged]

Another fun one. I am sure others have commented, but Jen is such a trooper. My wife would have booked an Uber to the airport and a plane ticket 5min after looking at that car, LOL. Can't wait to see Part 2.

[@eddysmith9318]

This guy totally rocks! You don't see many old School mechanics, that wrench on old cars anymore. Great rescue. 👍

[@johnelliott7375]

I had a 70 with a 351C in it and it was one of the baddest rides I ever had. Was a killer runner, and for as many go fast goodies it had I gotten decent fuel mileage as long as you can keep it around 55-60 miles an hour on the interstate. All depends on the rear end gear you have in the car. I will be enjoying your getting it running.

[@markjapan4062]

HAD A 70 302 I COULD TURN CORNERS ON A DIME ..NO ONE WANTED IN THE CAR WITH ME..

[@JohnSmith-cf4gn]

That 351cleveland was a very fast engine. Exceptionally good engine too. I had one in a 71 Torino GT.