How to Build Your Dream Car

“A lot of people can say they bought their dream car,” says Carter Kelly Kramer. “Not a lot of people can say they built it.”
Kramer’s 1976 BMW 2002 is an example of how persistence can pay off. He bought the car at 16, from Ebay, with a tiny budget-and the car was far worse than described. Worse, he soon hooned off the road and punched it through a fence.
The repairs took a long time, as Kramer was determined to do it himself. “I had a pair of garden shears, I had a hack saw, I had a crowbar, and a sledgehammer…” he says.
“I slowly learned by taking the car apart how the car goes together,” Kramer says. “Don’t worry, I got this,” after his mom began to question why the 2002 was, again, in pieces.
Over time, it was decided to get rid of the project before college-after the car had inspired his successful entrance essay. Inevitably, Kramer suffered from seller’s remorse and eventually got the car back: “It was like a dog that ran away,” he says.
“I realized I took [a] nightmare and turned it into a dream…it’s taught me about cars, and driving, and fixing things. You can’t put a price tag on that.”
Petrolicious wishes to thank Collector's Car Garage for the use of its elevator and as an interview space during filming. The epic facilities were almost too distracting!
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[@EnthusiastGarage]

Thank you everyone for the positive comments. I didn't realize so many people would enjoy my story! It's truly been a life changing experience and something I can hold onto for the rest of my life! -CKK

[@KrokettenKapitaen]

+Carter Kelly Kramer Great car, great story, great work. Keep it forever and drive it like it should be. Greetings from Germany.

[@tollietrekker1]

Greetings! All the way from South Africa. Fantastic story. Makes me miss my cars. Nice Job Carter Kelly Kramer :)

[@doanilman]

+Carter Kelly Kramer Greetings from Indonesia. Awesome car!

[@australianmade2659]

You can't fake patina and soul. Love the subtle cool. It's your car. From Australia

[@T0BBi94]

+Carter Kelly Kramer Loved your story! Im on a similar journey and had goosebumps at the end of the video, I have rebuilt my own motorcycle and it has truly changed my life! Thanks for sharing, greetings from Sweden!

[@blu73]

'It doesn't matter what the cars worth, I'm not selling it' Spot on Carter, spot on (Y)

[@pfflyers1]

+blu73 You cant put a price-tag on the value of what he learned. He took the same path we did in the late 60's early 70's ....... a kid you can talk to without having to pause to explain

[@blu73]

+pfflyers1 I've not really ever done what he has really but i plunge loads of money into my cars, i do it for the love of the things.... whether something is financially sensible never really comes into it. If the car needs it then i buy it, if i really want it i save up and get it. :)

[@NuclearGrizzly]

+blu73 I have a '73 911 I bought without a drivetrain 20 yrs ago. For what I've spent on it I could be driving a Bugatti.

[@pfflyers1]

NuclearGrizzly Is that a 73 911 RS?

[@NuclearGrizzly]

pfflyers1 I wish. It's a late '73 that would have come with the CIS fuel injection but like I said, I bought it with no drivetrain. Now it has a later 3.0 twin plug, a 915 tranny with LSD, brakes from a late 80's Turbo with a host of suspension and chassis upgrades. Wonderfully reliable but I just can't stop "improving" on it. It's my money pit. I have my eye on a low mileage 3.6 at my local salvage yard.

[@ErikThePieMan]

A true petrol head. I truly admire his spirit and attitude.

[@asianboyyy117]

agreed!

[@E_tiBEAMERBOY]

ErikThePieMan Honestly

[@DuBstep115]

Car enthusiast yes. True petrol head? No. When you own different cars, bikes, all sort of engines. Maby even race or drift in some amateur or pro series, then you truly are "true petrol head".

[@programmingcafe7571]

@@DuBstep115 /r/gatekeeping

[@DuBstep115]

@@programmingcafe7571 r/ihavereddit

[@carrion_man3700]

"This car has taught me how to build, how to drive, how to appreciate automobiles...you can't put a price on that." Perfect. I love REAL car guys- they build the perfect instrument for themselves without thinking about resale value.

[@seabarstwo1589]

Every man responding to there curious mom : Dont worry, I got this

[@_rmms_8285]

This hit me 😁

[@writerconsidered]

He didn't build the car, the car built him.

[@rectaldestruction427]

writerconsidered my third eye just exploded

[@jirapatthaenphromrat2910]

Not Car. Its called "The Pumpkin"

[@ootahetki]

oh lawd

[@JonathanHenry]

Damn right.

[@jakob9614]

deep

[@harrycreasian4274]

from the pictures, he matures in a lot of ways as restoration are in progress. The editing captured it beautifully. I respect him not just because of his car, but his mindset evolution through restoring his car. good job Cramer.

[@EnthusiastGarage]

Thanks so much Harry

[@Moon_Quake]

+Carter Kelly Kramer He said it better than I could. This really gives me hopes for the projects I have in mind for the future. Thanks dude, keep on keepin on!

[@BrianKongXD]

agree

[@BobJones-zf6ie]

+Carter Kelly Kramer Believe me, 2002 enthusiast would pick your creation over a stock 2002 any day. I had a very nice Tii and you cant really enjoy it 'cause it would loose too much value if it crashed or got hit by a careless driver. As nice as my 2002 was I think yours is a beauty that resembles a 2002 Alpina which in my opinion was the pinacle even compared to the 2002 Turbo.

[@dirksteffen9375]

It is a beautiful story presented by the good folks of Petrolicious - beautifully told by Carter. I really hope he sticks to his attitude and keeps the car. What many people not understand when seeing a vintage car modified with such a history as his and see it sitting "improperly restored", wearing their aristocratic noses high up is: A car is just like the human who lives with it - it evolves over times, it ages and it goes through the very same stages in it's life as the owner does if the car stays with the owner. Carter's story is absolutely sweet - the car being crashed and manhandled in teenagers attitude and lack of knowing better at the time. It looks beautiful now and surely gives the owner all the pleasure, it's value indeed priceless to the owner I am sure. Who knows - it might even stay around to be given a concours restoration by Carter by the time he hits his 40's Thanks for telling the story Carter and thanks to Petrolicious for presenting it with the style we all love these stories to be told as true car nuts.

[@MostGenericUser]

I fucking hate when people say somethig like, "why are you putting so much money into your car? You're never going to get it back." They generally are just Joe Smoe who sees a car as an object to get from point A to Point B and don't understand. Like he says in the video we don't care about resale value because we build the car we want, not a car to sell.

[@eddygeoffry7596]

Aspiring to Inspire touche

[@spiritbuu]

Maybe because Joe Smoe has already been down that path and seen the reality of making a living in this time and age. Its easy being a 12 year old and getting a boner over a project car, when you get your licence kid then talk.

[@DasByrdi]

Usually when someone says that the car is a piece of shit, can i see dumping two grand into a nice car like that? of course, can i see you dumping 2k into a rusted 96 chevy lumina? fuuuuck no

[@MostGenericUser]

Ive had my license for years and I've had a few cars including my project car. what's with the animosity?

[@NGC1433]

I say that when I see someone dump money into a complete crap, that will remain crap. When they could've bought a much more rewarding car for that money. Rewarding being, faster, better suited for drifting, or whatever they actually want to do with it.

[@XXXXXX-qu4lo]

Bmw should bring that look back

[@molecularnut6122]

Your comment needs more attention

[@MroStudios]

The simply can't. There are safety rules about pedestrians that make every car look the same.

[@LesAventuresDeTigRRe]

@@MroStudios not true.

[@Atlas-qd4go]

Everything is constantly changing, getting new looks, more technology... You'll see guys in the future wanting back the cars that are made today.

[@doublevizzion]

Galih KrisVector I think all cars needs to be made boxier again

[@texas_guy_85]

He's so young, to have those lessons learned. He has good motivation as well. The world needs more people like that.

[@inasmehmedovic3545]

respect to the mom who was patient with him through the process.. A lot of parents wouldn't be that chill

[@maxwell6774]

better love story than twilight

[@TukenNuken]

no u

[@jirapatthaenphromrat2910]

Totally Lame Games Review He fixed it in the end and now it has a new purpose. Instead of going straight to the crusher.

[@onelonelyginger9153]

You used the meme wrong...

[@GetWrekked-kk7gf]

@@TukenNuken Hit him w/ that UNO shit!

[@Marques_239]

Now a "How to build your dream car even though you're broke,"

[@joku8900]

This. Just need couple hundred k money and I can build my dream car

[@MiGujack3]

Welcome to Europe.

[@Supraifyification]

I feel you guys, cars in denmark cost 180% and have the highest car taxations in europe. With that being said we are allowed to upgrade a MK IV Golf to 500 Horsepower if we want, no restrictions on that happily.

[@kik1rik1]

Did you just watch the same video I did? Dude fixed the thing using a tree and chain... it took time to get in the shape it's in now, but this is the video you're refering to. You don't need staggering amounts of money. Just patience. Don't bubba it.

[@brockbain8656]

LOL pulling the radiator support out with a chain doesnt equal all the work and money that has been put into this car.

[@kroneyt1493]

"Every teenager thinks that they're the best driver in the world when they get their license, and they all learn quickly that they're not." **Insert Takumi Fujiwara**

[@xcesar4impx666]

Yeah now they are the best "Uber order "experts. Lol

[@koleu3447]

Step 1 to building your dream car: MONEY ALOT OF MONEY

[@ShotgunSurge0n058]

@when noobs did it good luck finding a junkyard that will let you in, much less take parts for free.

[@xxxxxx5868]

@@ShotgunSurge0n058 The secret ingredient is crime

[@milesromanus7041]

can relate, I'm building my dream car for two years now and I'm not even close

[@gabequezada2066]

but he did it... He learned by interning ....

[@iambrian769]

Step 1.... Setting your mind to actually doing it.

[@MikroAnimations]

People said it has no resale value? I'd drop a pretty penny for that thing

[@heisenfeis]

paid 4500 dollar for a Caprice wagon in same condition which was orange aswell, quite rare now adays in Norway. and everything here is expensive fixed it for another 4500 and its a new car literally its as new as it gets all stock tho but still brand new.

[@heisenfeis]

its a 1983 which looks cool not the 1990s shit which looks so rounded off its cringe

[@hosseinsalamat1138]

heisenfeis couldn't you just fix it in Sweden? I think it would have been way cheaper.

[@heisenfeis]

Hossein salamat Sweden is too far away and i did everything myself and bought good parts from abroad which is cheap.and still it cost that much. if i where to do it in a shop probably like 20 000 dollar i don't know a lot more expensive atleast.

[@michaelclouse942]

that's the thing us gear heads see whats done it reminds us of when we first started we know the pain the satisfaction the blood sweat and tears that go into cars I have never bought a car private sale with out learning the story and I will raise what I offered just because of the story

[@rafordy]

We need more young people like this young man, with a passion for classic cars, he sold it and missed it and then had the grit to buy it back. I hope he does keep and use the car for the rest of his life.

[@LoonyGarage]

He turned an ugly duckling into a beautiful swan. Awesome job, Carter.

[@EnthusiastGarage]

+LoonyGarage Thank you!

[@LoonyGarage]

:-)

[@jirapatthaenphromrat2910]

LoonyGarage You mean the SAAB 900? That's an ugly duckling.

[@SniffersCreepers]

sweet

[@sumporfuk]

Bringing a car back to life, making it your own, and ending up with a presentable piece is truly a work of art. I have done the very same thing with a few cars in my life and again I am in the middle of an E30 build as I type this. Good on you and you have something to be proud of

[@zerpy9540]

the moment he said hes going to keep the car for the rest for his life gave me goosebumps!

[@carlosleon1162]

belived m know about this car...use to have one in Germany same body style but was 1502 bmw 1976, my was blue I pulled from a junk yard the body and the eng from another junk yard and put it together...I did bring to USA but I bought a 318is 1991 I am stilll have it...with 279,699 miles and still running...fun car to drive....I am 61 yrs and still in joined.

[@maydayholic555]

I don't really like BMW cars, but this beauty is GORGEOUS.

[@yazidmahadhir6546]

Jonathan Chen I like the old,classics one.But the new one,nah.....

[@Geereg69]

@@connor.mp3539 jdm is nice but it's hard to find in the states or in canada

[@squishypineT03]

Poor man's bmw > Datsun 510 bluebird

[@no-mf5vi]

Hearing him talk about how upset he was when it was gone reminded me of my honda hatchback, that guy really loves that car..

[@michaelm2502]

Carter, as a British chap who's worked on and restored more classics than I can remember, your attitude and passion for your sweet ride is spot on! You built it, you enjoy it, you do what you want with it and who cares about the value? Priceless, mate!

[@EnthusiastGarage]

Thanks mate

[@craigs4219]

I love these old BMWs. I’m 68 years old and of all the cars I have owned the one car I loved the most was my 1969 BMW 1602 that I had in the late 70’s. It too was orange and and nicknamed the “Pumpkin” by my friends. I bought it from a dealer for $500 and it had a lot of problems. But, for all its problems, on a good day it was magic. I wish I had kept it and learned how to repair it like you did.

[@TonyisToking]

5:36 Just over 2000 pounds you say? Maybe 2002 pounds? ;)

[@Timinator62]

+TonyisGaming I had a 1972 2002 Tii....it weighed 2084 lbs. with 2 Gals. of Gas in the tank, I checked it many times on a Scale made for Trucks for shipping.

[@silenceimurderyou]

+TonyisGaming 2000cc

[@TonyisToking]

Timinator62 The Joke Your Head

[@jarryd8153]

+CatlinCustoms ...02 for 2 doors ;)

[@ThinJizzy]

+Timinator62 whoosh

[@woooster17]

Awesome - it's the owners stories that I love every bit as much as the cars!

[@EnthusiastGarage]

+waynester71 Thank you!

[@vbdude006]

We need more people like him in this world. This is just a feel good story

[@AW-xv7dq]

A real car enthusiast. Journey lead him to learn how his car works and gain the skills to build what he wants. Fantastic!

[@satlaone]

Forget selling and value. This is an incredibly awesome story and a great looking car!

[@brysontrotman5865]

If some rebuilds a car expecting to make a profit they are doing it for the wrong reason and probably should find a different hobby

[@vwgolfer1873]

"You killed the value of your car" yeah but it looks nice and smooth and clean and you can use this as your runaround car for the rest of your life. Love it. thanks for sharing your story

[@Dieharddieharddiehard]

mad respect for this man

[@surajchandarana4314]

would have been awkward if his first name started with a K... lool

[@EnthusiastGarage]

Haha!

[@Ecosse57]

+Carter Kelly Kramer great story! thanks for sharing.

[@ronsta11]

+Carter Kelly Kramer Such a beautiful story mate. And I really liked it. Specially when you said how much the car is worth to the rest of the world and how much it means to you. Keep revvin!! Cheers from India :)

[@Retrobeemer]

I got my first 02 when I was 21 and have had BMW ever since. There's something special about 02's and the people that drive them all have something in common. I have an E30 M3 nowadays but there's still that connection to my first 02 and I'm sure I'll have another some day. Thanks for telling your story Kramer.

[@1Mitch1Mitch]

Well done. Give your mum a hug. Mums are special and yours is extra special.

[@LiamDrives]

So he spray painted that whole car? Damn awesome job!

[@Kneedragon1962]

+Petrolicious LOL - I have sprayed a car with rattle cans. I found a place that was selling lots of gloss white (marked Export, I wonder why they wanted it all out of the country?) at $2 a can, so I bought about a dozen of them. I learned a lot...

[@realeyesrealizereallies7134]

that's the new paint job. he sprayed it before.

[@SeeWorldKevin]

"audible comprehension" is semantically inncorrect in the context you used.

[@zicrax6243]

+Nicholas Wilson Incorrect*

[@uploader11459]

look at all you guys worying abut shit and stuff

[@Rottensteam]

"Teenagers, when they get their license they think they're the best drivers" Max Verstappen is a good example xD

[@arlindjax]

lol

[@650jdb]

+Rottensteam Very true

[@BartJanvanRees]

Yes, but the only difference is that max really is the best !

[@Rottensteam]

+van Rees True, back when I got my license, a week after I rear ended a BMW 5 series 😂

[@omfgwtfbbq90]

he actually doesn't have a license

[@liamcalpine]

I hear that a lot in these episodes - "It doesn't matter what the car is worth". And I get goosebumps every time.

[@canyonhaverfield2201]

A well told .. honestly delivered account of so many of us, caught up in our own sort of way to find ourselves .. Thanks for this perfect tale . Our appreciation to your mom and to all of our mom's who patiently watched and gave their support .

[@jeff_bradley]

There’s a reason this is the most popular video. It’s relatable, humbling and attainable. Really hoping petrolocious presses reset one day and goes back to curating content like this.

[@giff74]

Awesome restomod there! I was so impressed he kept the original engine and just gave it a buff. I never understand folks who take a 2,000-2,500 pound chassis and drop in a 500HP fire breathing engine.

[@executionerairsoft8055]

An orange bmw 2002 with a black racing stripe on the side is one of my dream cars.

[@daftmell5237]

a orange 114 i with a racing stripe is okay?

[@noscopesallowed8128]

Well racing stripes do make the car the fastest in the world.

[@executionerairsoft8055]

+daft mell i saw one with a black racing stripe in a book, and i liked it. I don't see the problem with it, the stripe is just for appearance. The 2002 turbo is another dream.

[@marcorodriguez6240]

Sgt C4 stripes can not make a car go faster!!

[@sswolf7208]

it was sarcasm

[@harrynak5198]

The car looks awesome. I love the way you talk, just real no BS.

[@josechavolla7186]

OMG ..I'm a car guy ..have a 04 Chevy Tahoe ...96 Volvo 850 turbo ..both modded and cuztomize ..I work on them myself ....have gotten offers but I just love my cars so much ..they're my kids ...I cried with your story because I know that for some people they might look old or not great ..but the passion for cars Its just a wonderful thing ....great story

[@hypercarboi282]

Wish that the format was still like this for the videos...still my favourite video to this day

[@Veletorian]

"How to Build Your Dream Car" First u need money Find the money guys after 4 years. Now what?

[@johnzhang5005]

nice

[@MKMKMK998]

Step #1: Have the money Step #2: Have the know-how Step #3: Doesn't matter because you don't have either

[@youtubeuserssuck3394]

dont forget an internship at a place that restores classic cars.

[@hitlersmissingtesticle69]

Veletorian go work for it save up

[@mckibawilliams7998]

Veletorian 2. you need a car

[@basd7209]

o=II=o. BMW. :p

[@Aireisor]

lol, perfect bmw face

[@midassandahl5076]

That is ridiculously accurate

[@sunrisespartan1765]

thats awesome

[@nidzacarzemara3898]

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[@sofanova6542]

7series: oo=|||=oo

[@asianboyyy117]

probably one of the most human stories on the channel. I can certainly relate. loved this video. good job carter and petrolicious!!

[@miropribanic5581]

Carter Kelly, you're the Man. You know how to handle a car. A car is about emotion. You went all the way. What a dashing beauty.

[@ALLEYOOP77]

Enjoyed your story, I went through the same journey with a 1954 Ford Mainline coupe, in my case the car was not able to survive the second crash. You should also thank God for your mothers understanding and support!

[@kraenk12]

I always wondered...who are those low-lifes downvoting a video like this?!

[@Jupex]

Something about older BMW's is charming

[@crookedkiwi9915]

How to build your dream car: Step one - crash it.

[@ef_danielsan]

Part of this is true. My best friend's car got rear ended, insurance company declared it salvaged. They paid him on it and offered him the car for an additional $300 at the time. He didn't want it because it broke his heart that his car was wrecked. I paid the $300 to him, registered the car as salvaged, and actually drove it around for a bit because while the frame was bent, the car was driveable. I couldn't ever sell it, as in my heart I felt he gifted me the car. After a few years, I only took it out occasionally, but it was mostly garaged. Almost 20 years later, as middle aged men, both of us are restoring it in my garage. As we were happily gutting the car recently to access the frame damage, I said, "if this car hadn't gotten into that accident, you would've probably sold it by now". Both of us felt it was a blessing that we got a second chance with this car.

[@planes124]

Daniel Yang wAt car is she ?

[@frds_skce]

@@ef_danielsan what car is she? Spill the tea, bro

[@No-vm7go]

You can't build it until you unbuild it first.

[@dimitrijekrstic7567]

@@ef_danielsan nice story

[@transgeek2345]

Honestly, there's something fascinating about this journey between this man and his car that many people can learn something from. Turned a hunk of scrap into art, and it took trial, error, challenge, time, passion and above all patience. That's something our generation can certainly learn from.

[@mrmachel8740]

for a car enthusiast it's not just a car .it's passion it's a dream,it doesn't matter how much you spend on it the goal is to bring back something to life that will ease your heart.i say to you ..you have done a great job

[@philipmemm]

trust me, if you find the right buyer with a similar style as you, it will sell for more than people might think..

[@d-one-and-only]

perfectly worded .... and its a restomod as we call it .... there is a niche market for them. It's not heavily modified...

[@kenlee9874]

Guts your comments are exact and true. Also this car is perfect wouldn't change anything, it looks so tough!

[@benjamincardoza5335]

How can somebody NOT smile at this video?

[@themotochannel]

Wait so eBay sellers lie? Say it ain't so!

[@OzcarMtl]

Shut up, racist fuck.

[@_chipchip]

+OzcarMtl Why does that comment make him racist?

[@quickietop10s5]

+0hjaa No judging from his name he's an illegal immigrant. But don't call him an illegal immigrant as it will hurt his feelings to be referred to as an illegal immigrant even though it's the proper term. These illegal immigrants even have Hillary Clinton (their savior) shamed into calling them "undocumented". Now that's funny! But whatever you do, do NOT go into their country illegally or their police will arrest you and deport you immediately (which is typical of any country around the world except the United States). Of course the Democrats will see that he and his entire illegal family can stay here because eventually, when they receive legal status, they will consistently vote for Democrat political candidates.

[@quickietop10s5]

"I'm white as milk, I'm mexican", that is so LOLs.

[@OzcarMtl]

QuickieTop10s I don't know if you are aware but not al mexicans look like you may think we look.

[@mrmachel8740]

for a car enthusiast it's not just a car .it's passion it's a dream,it doesn't matter how much you spend on it the goal is to bring back something to life that will ease your heart.i say to you ..you have done a great job

[@mrmachel8740]

for a car enthusiast it's not just a car .it's passion it's a dream,it doesn't matter how much you spend on it the goal is to bring back something to life that will ease your heart.i say to you ..you have done a great job

[@axleroast2674]

Even though I'm not really interested in cars, this is very inspiring. Good job, man. You did it.

[@TisWaffles]

"I'm gunna fix the car" *hears the tools he has*

[@carswithluke]

Look fantastic, colour and car, iv'e always wanted to have a cool old BMW and this makes me want one even more.

[@keatongreen200]

I watched this video a little over 2 years ago and my dream car has since been a orange lowered 2002 turbo BMW and I think this video set my dream for the rest of my life. If you don't think you caused an impact on people trust me.you did. I admire the living fudge out of this and have an enormous amount of respect for you ! Thanks

[@fstlnj29]

One of my all time favorite videos. I am 60 years old. Bought a project 2002 2 years back. Pretty solid but was hit pretty hard years back. Slowly getting the fixing bone and then deciding what direction I go with the rebuild. Love the way your car looks and would be proud to own one that cool. I have 5 BMW's out in the drive. Don't car what any are "worth" 'cause I ain't selling either. Well done!

[@DenisToma88]

Very nice looking 2002 and a great story to match. Somehow I think he will have more fun if it was running more bhp but power to weight will no doubt make this fun in the current form. Well done on the build 👍

[@thescalefactorypl9932]

Love storries like this! I'm in process of building my classic Mercedes.

[@vv1589]

So basicly u need money

[@ZekeMagnum]

no shit

[@achingwoody4306]

Bingo

[@djxjxixsmjxjskjzxn1853]

Study hard, work hard = money.

[@shyamjs4202]

@@djxjxixsmjxjskjzxn1853 Atlast when that time comes and money comes, there is gonna be EVs everywhere. What should I do?

[@xgamerbih]

Djxjxixsm Jxjskjzxn not really, depends on where you live. Here you make $400 a month, only if you’re lucky, generally it’s much less

[@aphex14]

Even at 49 year old, it tears me up. Passion.

[@hustiene2801]

I had one just like it brother in 1998 it’s awesome to see another generation taking hold and working on old school BWW mad respect!

[@KastaRules]

What a beautiful machine!

[@adg1017]

“Don’t worry, I’ve got this.” 🙌🙌🙌

[@Financmajster]

Great car with a great story, you know the car was made for you when it comes back second time :D

[@paulalangadan8375]

who knew taytay was a big car fan

[@Financmajster]

@@paulalangadan8375 the more you know i guess xD

[@gmonsen]

This is so great in so many ways. The car itself is wonderful. His story is heart-warming and shows that there are still younger people who appreciate real sports cars and manual transmissions and analog stuff.

[@johnkeeler5]

I have this video saved under my favorites now. Every time I think about my future metallic cobalt ls1 Miata, your words in this video will ring through my head... As well as the background music and your BMW's engine :)

[@ClassicNation]

That exhaust note sounds pretty nice! #builtnotbought

[@donkeyrider]

amazing story. amazing car

[@eetutuppurainen2821]

Great intro!

[@chavillacking9775]

i wish we all could be like this guy... the community would be so much better... this guy has my respect and i know how he feels , i finally have car i feel that way about again ... my fist car was a grey market fox body from germany and it sit in a barn with near terminal rear end damage from a wreck and i will restore it one day but my launch/concourse ed. cts sport w/ manual gearbox has been my unicorn and i finally came across one and it was a fixer up er and i am hwad over heels for this car! ive had it for one year and have done alot of work mainly on the engine but now im about to do exhaust, & drivetrain and by that point itll be ready for a new motor and i have already done suspension & rims & tyres so thats done

[@OctaneStreet]

That opening statement near gave me chills, jeez... 20 years old and has his own beautifully built car. Great job man, and an even better story. Great spotlight Petrolicious!

[@christopheravallone8982]

Well done, Carter Kelly Kramer, in making your dream car. This video inspires me to do the same.

[@igkgigoh]

True passion, no douchy presenters, subbed ;)

[@nathanmoore8005]

Just got my permit honestly I'm the best driver Jk but probably 2nd best

[@ZAKU-GD]

you fuckhead! LOL i almost choke reading this comedy

[@goodboybuddy1]

Brought tears to my eyes. That car is your guru. Wonderful

[@quacktac]

My NA Mx5 died a couple of years ago and my mum is really pestering me to scrap it. But this has convinced me to fix it and build it into something special.

[@wanzhaf932]

i bought a 1974 corolla ke35 hardtop....and at sudden i realize i am fucked up....😂

[@TRIPPLEJAY00]

Now thats a great story.

[@ekd1985]

Still sounds like it's running on three cylinders

[@bobbyb608]

Ekd lmao really though

[@Schyler__Parker]

If you go to my channel I built a 91 geo storm. And it also sounds like a tractor lol

[@mxblankd26]

I used to work with this dude. I remember him working as a photographer at a camp. people used to talk a ton of trash about his car, him crashing it.... blah blah. Then one day Im driving behind him in an el camino clone to pull up and see its the same kid in a completely transformed vehicle on route 117. Job well done man =)

[@videoghost]

Man, what a beautiful build. I just discovered this channel and I love it. I am living vicariously through all these people who have these wonderful builds since I could never afford such things myself. I am thankful for this channel that enables me to dream about owning my own dream car.

[@jamesdante1978]

I like he has his name right on the driver's door.

[@christianstiltner1104]

I'd pay more for a 2002 that looked like that than a stocker.

[@zhemin]

Watanabe on a BMW looks sweet ;'D

[@eeterp32]

+Zhemin Lin could be panasports or a copy

[@zhemin]

+eeterp32 100% not panasports or minilite

[@mattclose1439]

+Zhemin Lin 100% not Watanabe's lol

[@mattclose1439]

+Zhemin Lin Pretty sure they are Rota RKR

[@edwardmiranda7203]

I was 15 when I got my first car. I learn how to drive and fix my own vehicle. Today it has saved me thousands of dollars on repair cost on my vehicles through the years...

[@JonathanDillonfds-fx]

"It has about 150hp".."with the BIG amounts of (horse)power it has".. But I still tip my heart. Great job, looks like a joy to drive.

[@abazdarhon]

It is look like russian lada with BMW stamp on it

[@henkkaiz3]

Ladas are cool as hell

[@lukas_m173]

yea they're cool AF

[@ion6591]

maybe it's the Russian ladas looking like old bmws

[@MKMKMK998]

Trust the Nazi party to take the Germans side.

[@lt1797]

abazdarhon ahahahahahahha

[@marcosalas524]

ohh yeah positive vibration!!

[@w.smusic]

how to build ur dream car ? 1. save money and buy . 2. if u r in hurry , get a loan and buy XD

[@wille020201]

W.S music Production but not a big loan, only a small loan.. a small loan of a million dollars

[@smartalec2645]

That's not building. That's just buying. Building is research. Joining forums. Patience. Looking at classifieds, junkyards, ebay, craigslist, paycheck to paycheck, saving for bigger/expensive parts, waiting and looking for sales, sure maybe a loan once in a while be it friends family or a bank. Sometimes you get the rarest parts for dirt cheap - I got an SVO strut brace for $90 and a Top Town body kit - only one I've ever seen for $122. Other times you pay the regular price, then it goes on sale. Happens. Don't need millions.

[@EasyEntertaiment--]

Bikes'N'Cars This is the motivation i need to build my very first Miata. Thank you

[@ThePawSwifts]

Very late to this, but been wanting to take a loan of 5k usd for a car but have to fight my parents first.

[@phuhoang4678]

#faxs

[@frank09busa]

Has no value, said by people that never built dreams. Fantastic job Carter. She is beautiful and choices you've made on YOUR 2002 is tasteful and nothing you touched on YOUR 2002 is ugly, even down to paint job. Let the haters hate because that's what haters do best. You're an inspiration for sure to younger generations. Cheers

[@flawless5024]

Does this guy live in Canada?! Because those roads are gorgeous!!

[@RoyalLemonade]

I think hes from the UK

[@Asthecrowfliescinema]

No that's in the Hudson Valley NY the road looks like it's 9 by Sleepy Hollow NY