Randy's Hellcat Daytona final walk around

[@benzlick]

I thoroughly enjoyed watching every episode of this build. My hats off to you, sir. 👏👏👏🫡🫡

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you kindly!

[@miguela.morales255]

It's amazing as it is, once it is painted, it deserves to be on the cover of an elite car magazine. Congratulations Steve, is a well done, all around majestic car. The owner must be very proud of this creation of yours. We all are going to miss your videos Steve, God bless.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you Miguela. I may be back . We will see how things go.

[@davidt9841]

I’ve been on the road for the last 7 days (home now), and want to tell you I’ve watched every episode. I’ve commented several times on your commitment to excellence and your incredible patience. I also totally understand the need to regroup, revitalize, and refresh! You Deserve It! I’ll be watching for the completed, painted work! TC Steve!!!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks David. Definitely feeling a bit burned out right now.

[@DanHoornaert]

You are a master at this. Congrats on another great build.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you very much!

[@charlescronley8257]

What can I say that hasn’t already been said. Impressive as always. Was hard enough not having a video last week, I’m glad we got a walk around video. I was a little chagrined to hear it won’t get painted until next year but that’s the business. We were spoiled that you prepped and painted the last car and got at least another month of videos out of it. I equally appreciate your dedication to the build, your insightful explanation of your process, and doing weekly video updates. I also appreciate that you almost always acknowledge every comment. Few do that. Much as I’d like to see more videos, I hope you take a break and enjoy yourself. Cheers!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. The flip side of my channel not gaining much viewership over the years is that I am still able to interact with anyone who comments. Any more attention and I would not be able to keep up. I had one video get 250,000 views and it took weeks to acknowledge everyone would had questions.

[@reviewatrandom]

Amazing build! It's kind of cool all black, but I bet it's going to look pretty so painted. Hope to get the chance to see it. Thanks for sharing your skills, time, and talent with us

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@phoenixblack1220]

Steve, you truly outdid yourself on this build! Absolutely astonish work and I believe the best part I love about this car is, is that all of it looks like it was born that way. When I see this car, I don’t see a Dodge Challenger, or a 1970 Daytona Charger, I see something that looks purpose built for modern day highway warfare. Congratulations again for your fine work and attention to detail. I wouldn’t be surprised if Vin Diesel contacted you to build something similar for him for an upcoming Fast and Furious movie!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. I hope if he calls I don't mark him as spam.

[@mrgreezy1]

Your skills are above reproach sir. Amazing in every way. You should be regarded at SEMA for a build like this, an honor and a privilege to watch this build. 💯

[@SteveMirabelli]

Wow, thank you! I appreciate the compliment.

[@moldingpro7208]

I enjoyed each and every episode. Thank you Steve!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks for hanging in there.

[@jelafleur]

Amazing This car needs to go to SEMA! Thank you for sharing your time and talents.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you too!

[@mikerew9132]

Sad/glad to see this project come to an end. Been watching your vids for years now, my Friday nights won't be the same without them. Enjoy your break, but I hope it's not too long before we see more of your fantastic expertise come our way!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Mike. This one took it out of me pretty good. Just need a re set.

[@martinshadbolt7353]

Steve your AMAZING !!! What a build.. will miss your videos.. take care and hope to see your next challenge.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Martin.

[@apoco_lips9957]

Great build, I hope more people see this build. This is the best way I have seen a body swap done

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you. I am trying.

[@michaelfust9520]

Fantastic build. Glad to see your skillsets are being recognized as the highest of levels. Enjoyed this in its entirety. Good luck with "relaxation". Cheers.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks again Michael.

[@johnbridgestone9633]

Wow you are an incredible craftsman, the car is beautiful, older looks with newer creature comforts, keep up the good work.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you John.

[@laserdad]

I am going to miss these weekly updates. I've learned a lot of good tips from your knowledge sharing.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Hopefully I won't be gone too long.

[@fanpe68]

Another amazing automotive masterpiece from you! Great work Steve, the way you overcome obstacles is always very impressive.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Glad you like it!

[@KinleysClassics]

Amazing as always. Saw your Daytona parked in our hotel parking lot during Carlisle. Always a treat to see.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. That was a fun weekend.

[@Sixxoh66]

Turned out fantastic. Can’t wait to see it in paint even tho it looks killer as is. Hope you’re starting another one. We need more. Congrats.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. It will be a while.

[@Classicmoderndodgefan]

Can’t wait to see it back with the new color

[@SteveMirabelli]

You and me both.

[@shanesmith8920]

Once again Steve, you have shown that you are a true artist.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you Shane.

[@edkattera3674]

That’s one fine car. You did a fantastic job good luck on your new project

[@SteveMirabelli]

It may be a while but I intend to film whatever I end up doing.

[@josefelix804]

Wow u can see all the hard work payed off

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@MalcolmMacrae-qn6ue]

Enjoy your break, you have produced a very special car and I have enjoyed your journey immensely.thank you from New Zealand.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks for taking the time to watch.

[@justinpakarno4346]

Unreal, I can't wait to see it in color!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Neither can I.

[@WingRiderBob]

A work of art. 👏👏

[@SteveMirabelli]

Glad you think so!

[@charliekeel3264]

PURE AWESOMENESS !!!!!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Charlie.

[@im4usm2]

Not gonna lie - I'm going to miss Fridays watching the old girl come together. Great job, Steve.

[@SteveMirabelli]

You and me both! I am feeling a little lost.

[@putinkhuylo]

W O W! Another Mirabelli masterpiece. Kudos, Steve. This is what Dodge coulda done for 2025, IMHO...with that Hurricane motor, of course.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Back when I finished my Daytona in 2017 the folks at the Hot Rodding network wanted to see if Dodge would foot the bill to take the car out to SEMA. When all was said and done they had new management who told them they were putting their promotional money into golf tournaments. I think it's been down hill ever since.

[@davidswift5230]

Steve, simply amazing work sir! I wish I could afford to ask you to build me one!! Looking forward to seeing more of your projects. Thank you for sharing.

[@SteveMirabelli]

I just need to catch my breath. Thanks.

[@nelsonsantos757]

Another masterpiece..

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Nelson.

[@thomasdavidson7367]

Excited to see what you build next!

[@SteveMirabelli]

It will be boring compared to this. I may have peaked.

[@KurtfromLaQuinta]

Good stuff Steve. Excellent work!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Kurt.

[@budlanctot3060]

Unbelievable. You are an artiste.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@crazysnarfy861]

Awesome job! I hope to see some pics after it has been painted!

[@SteveMirabelli]

I hope so too!

[@rickregister9424]

Turned out awesome

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thank you sir.

[@colorado.e9x]

This is the most well done body swap I have ever seen. Wow. Can't wait to see the end result

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. Yeah. Looks like that will be a ways off. The upholstery shop the owner is sending it too is backed up for 9 months.

[@FrehleyBurst9-1878]

Steve, I have to say that you are a true Master at your trade and I'm sure one would have to be extremely wealthy to make a project like this as I can only guess that just the cost of labor makes this impossible for anyone to justify spending the amount it would take to see this project through. I would guess we are looking at a minimum of $500,000 to get this car complete and that is a low estimate. Whatever you charge for your labor should be much more and with the cost of shipping for parts plus a SEMA level paint job this could exceed a MILLION dollars. anyways, another job well done sir!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. It was 2,300 hours and I don't charge the prevailing rate but still it wasn't cheap.

[@travlite8496]

Amazing Job! I wish they would put bodywork/paint back in school's This gave me a nice life I'm sure others would enjoy it also.

[@SteveMirabelli]

I totally agree!

[@christopher88719]

Fridays won't feel the same, I have been watching you through your GTX, and then this build. It came out amazing. I really hope to see some updated pictures when it comes from paint.

[@SteveMirabelli]

I can't wait to see it either. Thanks.

[@pa60pilot]

I can't imagine how much time this took. Nice work. 👍

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. 2,300 hours to be precise.

[@MH-rb7lp]

Absolutely a work of art!! You do such good work its amazing. I know you said you are planning to get some home stuff done but I would have to believe there is more than one person wanting something like this so I have no doubt there is more projects for you if you still want to do them. Hopefully the car will not become a permanent BJ/Mecum contestant as so many unique cars do.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Well that will be the owners prerogative if he wants to flip it it is up to him. I have had a few people ask me to do things but usually when I tell them what something like this cost the have second thoughts. It is what it is.

[@MH-rb7lp]

I have no doubt that the cost of doing something like that is substantial and that many people don’t realize how much work it takes, and thus how much it costs. Regardless I really enjoyed watching you work and I look forward to seeing more hopefully

[@andrewhill1415]

You are the best! If I win the powerball I’ll definitely hit you up!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Got the old fingers crossed for ya.

[@carysnyder929]

I cannot say enough about this build. Would love to have one done with a 70's Cuda body. Oh well my rich uncle is still in the poor house.

[@SteveMirabelli]

We are in the same boat if that is any consolation.

[@tl50camiva]

Hats off Steve, no one does a rebody like yourself👌

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@nickjones1505]

Damn buddy. Another amazing build. When you get tired of building them from scratch let me know I got an AMD fender that needs some love. Just kidding . I’m going to the Moparty in Bowling Green next month. Hoping to find an OEM fender and valance.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks Nick. I was tired 2 builds ago.🤣

[@jakebridgetimpastato5622]

Unbelievable!!!!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks

[@cartersgarage392]

Good work! You could make a small fortune building one of those hoods for a stock mopar b-body. Ppl been asking for years on how to get the modern scoop and vents onto a stock sized hood.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks. I was amazed at how well it fit.

[@JAMESSPEEDSHOP]

Thanks for making all these videos! You have inspired me to try this for myself, I’ve got a 18 scat pack and I’m going to swap a 68 roadrunner body on there. I’ve got to finish a hemi swap on a d150 for a friend and then I’m going to get started with it. If you ever have a spare min I would like to hear your advice on the best way to go forward. I’m wanting to build it lite as possible. Basically I’m wanting a street legal race car. Thanks again for all the content!

[@SteveMirabelli]

Glad to answer any questions you might have. My email is [e-mail].

[@JAMESSPEEDSHOP]

@@SteveMirabelli thanks

[@commasNculture]

This is dope

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@lanceclark5511]

Damn that is really cool.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@ChargeDodger]

Thank you so much Steve again on taking us along for this journey for a beautiful creation! I feel with the way you’ve worked the nose cone that it’s the best I’ve ever seen, better than the original! even though the creators of the Daytona didn’t have styling to work with that the Superbird did,lol. Would you ever consider making another in the next few years? I do recall before you announced this project, that if you made a hellcat Daytona, you would recommend a charger rather than a challenger, would you say otherwise now knowing what you just did? Or would the charger still be a better base for a classic recreated Daytona? I currently have a T/A 392, it’s been cursed after people have hit it while it’s been parked locally, I’m thinking about upgrading that to something very different, or just creating something new, and trading that in knowing the curse lol.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Either car has its advantages and I think the Challenger is probably best for these swaps now mostly because of the work in the dash area. Both have their pluses and minuses. Don't think I will be doing another any time soon.

[@1194video]

Been a long journey but it looks like it’s out of your hands for now. Can’t imagine how that must feel.

[@SteveMirabelli]

I am an empty nester.

[@1194video]

@@SteveMirabelli well come hang out here and let’s get this mustang finished lol my best if full of eggs

[@SteveMirabelli]

@1194video careful there. My tired grumpy self might just show up🤣.

[@1194video]

@@SteveMirabelli well you if you anything like me you spend about 2 hours staring at it and studying it

[@captainboose8788]

What a beaut Steve. I'm sure you will find something else to keep you busy soon, LOL

[@SteveMirabelli]

Already have but not anything KZbin worthy.

[@HEMI42652]

No words. My favorite build steve. Are all air bags working?

[@SteveMirabelli]

Yes. I removed the curtain airbags as they require laminated side glass to work safely and also a soft headliner to pop out of. Also the passenger airbag because it would have deployed under the windshield base also not safe. The seat sides, belt tensioners and the steering wheel are intact.

[@jameskirkby2063]

I hope you show the finished results with paint and new interior! 😮

[@SteveMirabelli]

I hope to also.

[@archiedollars1975]

Sick ❤

[@SteveMirabelli]

Thanks.

[@MikeRay1978]

Do you do these swaps for customers?

[@SteveMirabelli]

This was one for a customer as was the last. Both were special circumstances. I am retired and this is kind of a hobby.

[@Make-Asylums-Great-Again]

Looks amazing, but the hood scoop bothers me.

[@SteveMirabelli]

Owner specified the design details.

[@moparman320]

Do you need a new project? I miss watching your videos.

[@SteveMirabelli]

New one posted up today.

[@timothyharrison8953]

Looks like a JADA toy

[@SteveMirabelli]

JADA?