WRECKED Monte Carlo SS-My New Daily Driver? Junkyard Crawl and Repairs

I picked up this 2004 Chevy Monte Carlo SS with the 3.8 to use as a daily driver. One catch, it's wrecked in the front. We go to the local pick n pulls to scrounge up some repair parts in order to make me a cheap daily driver to work and back!

[@L_SGarage]

I’m pretty sure it’s the industry standard when it comes to pick and pulls, if it fits in your pocket it’s free 😂

[@TheMrShinagami]

I'd happily watch you do more work on your daily driver.

[@MAGLtd-hh3ct]

I don’t like calling it “borrowed”or the “five finger discount” it’s more like”preferred customer break pricing”😅

[@seancmadison]

Gotta get the entry fee worth. You pay to get in. You need to at least get that back.

[@Rene_ROwdyy]

You simply "borrow" things for an indefinite period of time 😂🤷🏻‍♂️

[@seancmadison]

@@Rene_ROwdyy till your vehicle eventually ends up there because of rust or catastrophe failure and the part is returned.

[@Binge420]

You liberated it 👌🏿👌🏿👌🏿 liberation is not taxation

[@NotUrHoesHoe_92]

@@Binge420that’s the truest shit I’ve heard yet. You might call me a liberator myself, all the fuses and courtesy bulbs I “find”

[@TikusTakusen]

i love that your bringing newer cars onto the channel aswell

[@sparkys6468]

I'm down for more content like this. I support the smaller channels more these days.

[@Lex2.5L]

People love to say how cheap pick and pulls are, but these days it feels like I’m paying retail plus.

[@BigWheel.]

Honestly and they'll give you a 3 dollar door fee too!

[@Pushrod_Criff]

Don’t forget the added core charge on everything too!!!

[@waltschannel7465]

Good video! I agree with you on the late 1990s early 2000s GM cars. Everything's "adjustable" LOL. Had a 2001 Buick Regal. Loved that thing. Fantastic ride great handling with the "Eurosport tuned"suspension. I Eben had a BMW lover friend of mine comment that i drive it like a bimmer after I wound my way through rush hour one day. My response "That's because the car handles like a BMW!!" Plus, that 3.8 was an awesome motor.

[@TheRealSmithFamily]

Cicadas are singing! ❤

[@K3NnY_G]

Was real pleased to see this upload after reading about this on your social media; this is great, I'd take something like this as main channel content any day but I get how newer 'normal' cars can be a slippery slope when your content is kinda geared towards rusty gems and whatnot. Honestly, a video of going to the scrap yard and actually getting something back together is a lot more relatable content imo. Thanks for bringing us along man.

[@pntbll4me]

Dude, your commentary is awesome! Doesn't matter what you are working on, I am watching it!

[@sccarguy8242]

Prices at LKQ have gotten silly, plus the “core” charge on everything and mandatory “warranty” you have to tell them to remove every time. I have to drive another 45 min but there is a yard near me that sells everything as is but they sell it cheap. Got some electric radiator fans for $17.50 each just this week.

[@BearAerospace]

Your main channel has more interesting cars but this is what my projects are actually like. Keep the videos coming!

[@bushman979]

Honestly I think I could watch you rebuild a big wheel or tricycle lol great video

[@outsidethebarn]

Hey those are worth something lol

[@thesteelgator]

"This time on Outside the Toybox..." 😁

[@CompactDisc_700MB]

I really like late 90s early 2000s car so please keep doing videos on those.

[@DScaglione.]

Silver-Streak-Carlo Good choice! 😎

[@TH700R4]

That Monte brought back some memories. I had one for a little bit. 2000 SS, double black. Dad bought it used, and I got it as my graduation present in 2006. Drove it for almost a year, actually drove it past 100k. I’d turn traction control off and stomp the gas which would do an awesome little standing burnout. Then I got t-boned in the front left fender. My fault, was making a left and didn’t see the person going straight in the inside lane as there were 2 vehicles making a right from the same direction. Jeep Liberty hit me at about 40 mph. Fun time, hit my head against the glass(no side curtain air bags). No fractured skull, no broken glass. Was actually pretty lucky, about 5 feet forward more and it’d have hit the drivers door and me. Bent the subframe and shoved an axle shaft into the trans, cracking the housing. Puked trans fluid onto the road, which was there for a long time. Obviously totaled the car, but seeing as most of the ones I’ve seen here in Michigan are rotting out big time in the quarters I’m not too upset anymore. Anyway, if anyone read this whole thing sorry for possibly wasting your time haha. Like I said, it brought back some memories!

[@blodhemn413]

I'll watch more content on regular stuff. The humor is there despite the vehicle.

[@306Nation]

Yes, please. More outside the barn content. It’s a nice change up.

[@juztyn00]

I like the quick and dirty highlights filming format, Don't need to watch you pull every bolt. I agree, the old 3.8L tanks of the 90's never die, they will be the last easy to work on hotrods left for the current generation.

[@TwoDollarGararge]

As well as the Ford 4.6 2 valve they were cheap Ford put them in everything and yeah they're a little slow but when they're cheap and plentiful who cares

[@johnlatts2620]

Ya I would watch the monte build.i learn a lot watching your channel.👍

[@BadradioWOT]

You build it and they will watch !!!

[@SunBurntBanditBird]

Those 3800 Series IIs are the most invincible beings on the planet😂 my '99 firebird has one with 200k on it, which i know isn't a lot but it's still got all of its power, breathe on the key and it starts, and holding 65 lbs of oil pressure.

[@alanh1406]

Ok course! Let’s see more of the Daily Monte.

[@johnporter9582]

Always enjoy the content

[@HammerWrench]

That Austin Powers music during the Timelapse got me!

[@James-sir]

Yeah I enjoy the Monte Carlo ss build

[@CS-oe8og]

I’ve always liked the looks of those Monte’s.

[@COOPERS_COACH_WORKS]

I love a junkyard crawl! You doing the Lord's work here, keep that Monte Carlo on the road!

[@robertcrappie1537]

Now this is what all us working broke ppl do junk yard parts .and big hammer great video

[@user-vq4sg3mw5o]

Yes more please I enjoy this type of video.

[@joeman5490]

I love the GM 3800 motors, I had a 2005 Buick LeSabre for 6 years and it had over half a million miles on the Original motor. Motor was burning oil real bad but it still ran alright and never left me stranded. I put half the miles on that car. Good choice on a daily driver!

[@JimmyConway70]

I'd definitely watch more of this.

[@4Skyline05]

It’s crazy to me that I live like an hour from you haha. Love it

[@JB-mk4ry]

You need to buy a resort. It's what all the cool kids are doing. Some drywall install with JD will push him into college... He'll never want to do it again lol. Love the vids. Thanks! :)

[@user-ft4lj2vw9t]

I want to watch more of this car! Early 2000s gms are awesome. Im a proud owner of a 2003 buick century.

[@MrRlwillis1977]

I hit those same 2 yards all the time. Headed in this weekend to grab a differential for my Bonneville and an A/C compressor for the step son. Half the fun is the search and seeing all the other stuff in the yard. It's always interesting to speculate how some of the vehicles ended up in the junkyard.

[@brandonmacalister4165]

I'd love to see more of the Monte... I love all things automotive

[@eas3rd1963]

I love bringing vehicles back to life using recycled parts. I did that with my 2001 Jetta that got into a front end collision.

[@goodtimefishing1005]

Not too shabby. It's cool and it would be cool to see more of this

[@brianramsey4097]

Every time I go to my local pull apart. I fill up a 5 gallon bucket of nuts and bolt. Most of the time, I'll get it for a couple of bucks. The most I've ever paid was 5. I enjoy watching anything you Work on You keep my spirits up. And make my day. Thanks for the great contact.

[@ILOVEBACONBOY2018]

I dont think I ever paid for a lightbulb in my life thanks for these type of places.

[@FatherHogg86]

Definitely Like to see more on the Monte Carlo

[@joelmullins8965]

My cousin had one of these, look forward to watching this one regain it’s former glory. 😂

[@rileybooth7702]

I'd watch you work on about any thing, you rock dude! 😎

[@outsidethebarn]

I appreciate that!

[@MoCo_Filmmaker]

I watch a ton of vehcor's videos and Scott does a ton of daily driver rebuilds so I say keep them coming. They are cheaper cars and parts more readily available as well.

[@OptimisticGarage]

Hell yeah gettin it done! I almost bought a red one when I was 16. Never had the money though. 😂

[@reohaiya]

definitely want to see more of this guy

[@jayh4185]

Nice content for the second channel. Oh and who hasn't acquired bonus switches ,fuses,emblems etc etc from the local pick and pull😀😀😀.

[@chrisrichardson578]

Love my 04 LS! Great car's I bought mine at 50k! Can't wait to see more!!

[@zyanbarrere7154]

If you’re working on anything I love watching the content

[@davestark2015]

And working hood supports. Wow totally Up Town.

[@terrallputnam7979]

Those cars are great daily drivers and easy to fix.

[@andrewcairnes2491]

Yes get her painted and hood she will be good as new 👍👍

[@philspear73]

Yes, keep us updated!

[@OhKayKayKay_RR]

I stg i just wrecked mine the day before thabksgiving and it looked EXACTLY like that. I mean literally identical. Shes back to looking brand new again

[@billbong156]

Nice find, have always liked these cars just a shame it wasn't made rear wheel drive, like the were back in the day. When younger I had a 79. Really liked that car.

[@outsidethebarn]

The front wheel drive helps in the winter though, at least it's decent looking for a practical car

[@billbong156]

@@outsidethebarn yes I agree.

[@kennynelson2269]

My sister had one back in the day.. i liked it.. ill definitely watch you do work on this jewel!!

[@OutontheRanchwithDrLee-xb4lo]

Heck yeah! This is great content! Keep it up, brother!!!

[@outsidethebarn]

Thanks! You do the same

[@hellolemmings11]

This would be great to see the rest of.

[@jimpatnode4445]

Didn't even know about this second channel 👍

[@patrickancona1193]

Ya that’s cool, not so big on “American cars” after 85....ish but knowledge is awesome & you make vids I can respect, thank you

[@kiernanparr7555]

Great to watch the build

[@johnnymilliron8387]

Yes like the car keep going

[@resurrectionmotors2421]

I definitely enjoyed this type of video and would watch. God bless

[@nathankirschbaum3856]

Keep these little videos coming.

[@mikemadison2747]

I'm with you, I like these cars. Kinda what I grew up with. I'd be interested in seeing more for sure.

[@mikpiece469]

I love your channels, yes please share the car here👍

[@royhaught9516]

That mighty carload SS will a great daily driver for you!

[@claytoningram1333]

Heck yeah I enjoy your videos! Always interesting seeing what projects you got going on

[@mikegoggin570]

Love the Buick 3.8. Pretty much bulletproof if you can keep the bottom end happy.

[@lewislaymons9450]

Yes I like it I'll watch Thanks for Sharing

[@emmetthorath4542]

Love 90s model montes.

[@therandomchannel2022]

I'm looking forward to seeing you do more work on that SS

[@doubleq1223]

I didn’t even know you had ANOTHER channel!! This is the greatest discovery I’ve made in at least the last 12 hours!

[@christopheranderson9240]

Definitely want to see more!

[@loose-arrow-garage]

That's a cool Monte SS, I'd like to see how it turns out!

[@gregoryfatigati5707]

Perfect daily and it will come together really nice

[@robertmoczulski3096]

Sure let’s see more of the monte SS!!!

[@1leggeddog]

Those 3.8 are great. Even better if you can get one with the supercharger!!!

[@aaronwade9009]

I would enjoy following this Monte Carlo as you finish it up. I agree about the late 1990's cars. Have a thing for Cutlass Supremes myself!

[@FamiliarReece]

a good piece of advice, they make a kit to redo the EGR port in the intake do that. the EGR actually melts the plastic intake housing and causes water to spill into the top of the engine valley

[@cadman10000]

This one would make a nice series.

[@vandelix]

Found both these channels like 2weeks ago and I think I’ve watched all your videos 🤣🤣

[@bennyhelgeson401]

I enjoy this sort of video because incite in how late model cars are built. Thanks Dalton

[@DeadReckon]

Glad you're doing more side videos man, definitely a cool daily, not surprised someone wrecked it, GM isn't known for fabulous brakes even on their "performance" cars. Gonna keep it silver or respray it when you change the sheet metal?

[@outsidethebarn]

Silver. Was wrecked because it was driven by a teenager lol

[@DeadReckon]

@@outsidethebarn Ah yeah that'll do it. I think a teenager had my 2000 Nissan Sentra 5 speed, someone ditch bagged it bad, the entire passengers side floorpan is beat, on the front the lower control arm, tie rods were both replaced with new parts and the spindle and strut have junkyard writing on them, plus the paint don't match on the bumper, and the rad support is a bit crooked, sooo, yeah... I just pretend like I don't know any of that when I beat on that POS and redline the 1.8L powerhouse of a four cylinder and enjoy the magical, amazing air conditioning.

[@blakedillinger3981]

Love the Monte Carlos

[@bluberryswisha]

I honestly like the taillights on those

[@timhanson2080]

It's a nice car. Should be a great driver. I had a 95 Pontiac Bonneville with the 3.8 and I could get about 29 to 30 mpg on the highway. Thanks for the video 👍🇺🇸

[@piggyporkerboo]

would love to see more of this!!!

[@josephschaekel5293]

Me and my mom went to a pull apart several years ago , they charged like 3 dollars each for us to enter yard . I went in for wheels and found some . Mom was just with me the next thing I know when we got to the car to go home she ask me where I wanted these fuses. She pulled all the relays and fuses and had them in her pockets . Needless to say she we got our 6 dollars worth of fuses and relays. I've used at least 3 fuses and one relay.

[@TrippyTrev45]

Yeah for sure I would watch more

[@j.hartle6709]

Quick fix stuff is awesome, keep it up, also that is technically a classic now so it fits lol

[@seriousrampage]

I like this kind of content, it's a simple every day kinda car doesn't have to be anything special.

[@edbcollie5094]

my moms still daily driving an 04 monte carlo shes had from new, black with dale earnheardt checker graphics, no idea how many miles on it anymore since the cluster was replaced but its gotta be 300k by now. they’re absolute tanks of a car

[@mundanestuff]

We found a nearly perfect 97 Camaro in a neighbor's garage with that same 3.8 motor a month or so ago (see exploding ether video on my channel) that had mouse-chewed spark plug wires, a bad crank position sensor, harmonic balancer, fuel pump. But otherwise rust free, trunk and wheel wells are perfect. Believe me, in NY, you just don't find survivors like this every day. Anywho, I like the motor at 200ish HP. It could use more, but for a summertime DD? It's fine. Frankly, my wife couldn't handle an LS powered one.

[@CapeBretonOutdoors]

BANGER video old monte

[@trolleybarn2614]

Liked this video and checking out pick 'n pull.

[@amywernet577]

I just enjoy watching what you're up to and teaching about. I come back for the humor and real personality on display 😉 keep doing you, and I'll keep showing up 🫂

[@johncatt1867]

Bring it dude, I would love to see dale the stock car racer work on cars like this.

[@Zach-li3ph]

Nice to see a bit more modern car on the channel. It's a nice change and hope to see more on the daily driver. Brings me back to my high school days 20 years ago.