Forgotten Mopar Rescued After 40 Yrs | 1968 Plymouth Valiant | Will It Run & Drive Home? | RESTORED

On this episode of RESTORED, the guys venture back out to the Hutson farm in hopes to revive this once forgotten Mopar! Finding it sitting under a barn for over 40 years, the crew digs through and diagnose what it might take to get her purring again. Come critters, fire, and bad weather, the team is determined to not only revive her but to attempt to get her back on the road again. Will this battle scarred beauty live to make its first road trip in years, or does this story end with a not so happy ending? Tag along for all the hard work, dedication, and good times as we find out together!!
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[@RESTORED-HOPE]

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[@TheLonewolf577]

Guys i like the way u talk in details.. fun to watch vintage beauty's

[@devongordon3461]

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[@mathanialdunlap4648]

What is your guys email? I got question for you guys

[@JuanMartinez-yx6qs]

@Marthen Tangke lolok .

[@JuanMartinez-yx6qs]

@Marthen Tangke lolok.

[@gilbertlugo234]

Thank you for praising God, for the glory belongs to him. May God bless you.

[@Shawn420Freas]

This brings the phrase "One man's junk is another man's treasure." to life. Good stuff!

[@5610winston]

I can't see a neglected and abandoned car like that without thinking of the day the first owner pulled into the driveway and the family came out to see the shiny new car. Also the last drive when the owner parked it and walked away planning to come back one day, It would make no sense economically to restore that rather than part it out and crush it, but my sentimental self would overrule logic. I'm glad you think the way I do. Good look, Prince Valiant!

[@michelmendoza1769]

The Father Son dynamic is so touching and genuine

[@bocachucka]

Hey. I'm a retired academic type that never understood what happened under the hood. I really enjoy watching your videos and learning about these engines, etc. Also, I think you guys have the best camera work, sound and editing on KZbin. It's all very professional, like a real network show. Lance is especially talented at the narration; he's a natural instructor; everything he says is clear and understandable--and very entertaining. Dad offers solid support too! And of course, "little sister" is amazing with those cameras. Hope it all works for you for as long as you want it to.

[@slowshop]

What he said! ⬆️ I totally agree.

[@williamzuckerman9893]

Yes That’s That’s

[@solvorfoxphorous7580]

It's never to late to get a project car! You should get an old car and start fixing it up!

[@jerryantaya1266]

Lance was really showing off his hosting ability in this one. He's completely natural in front of a camera. Been a Vice Grip Garage fan for a long time. He introduced me to this channel. It's great.

[@santosh911]

You've convinced me to subscribe. Haven't even watched the video yet! You described my kinda show.

[@HappySexyFlyingFish]

Man you are so fortunate to have such a great father. I think I watch mostly because of the mutual love and respect you two have for one another 🤧

[@maxboya]

There are times where he gets on his pops lol

[@m42037]

I never had a relationship with my dad, to this day (I'm 55) we still argue like crazy. I'm always wrong and he's always right and he's "Mr Negative" about anything I like or talk about. He's not like that with my son, 20.

[@gerardomedina333]

@@m42037 Dont think about it man… Leave it. And live your life without thinking in the past. Build a completely new life with your new family. Your Son needs you. Be, the best man you can do. God Bless you Mr!!

[@gerardomedina333]

@@m42037 Im 40 and suffer a pain like you. Please read Jn 6.21. Jesus takes me, and give me the force and peace.

[@m42037]

@@gerardomedina333 Ah man not the Bible, God doesn't intervene in our life. No I'm not saying I'm living in the past, I said since I was a boy to THIS DAY and I'm 55. We will start to have a normal conversation and soon as I talk about something I like or whatever he's negative and fights with me. Then he says I'm the one that likes to argue. He's the professor of arguing with me! My son is short for leaving to Paris Island for BT Marines, I will be all alone then. Oh and my parents never call me, my mother called me in the summer because she was depressed and wanted to talk to me, I almost fell off my bed! My dad's logic (when I complained many years ago that they never call me) is "the kid is supposed to call the parents not the parents call the kid" this is qwatsch!! It's supposed to be both ways

[@grantkoeller8911]

My family moved to Alaska in 1978, my brother and I drove a 1969 Plymouth Valiant, just like this...slant engine 225 Cubic Inch, army green, and I also drove it in high school.... 1979 and 1980. It was a fantastic car!!! Mopars greatest motors were the 225 slant 6 (and the 318 V-8) these were indestructible!!! Always started, always got fantastic mileage, and ran like a champ from Illinois to Alaska!!!!!

[@johnnydavis2122]

The leaning Tower of Power!

[@kimchipig]

Almost indestructible. I killed one. It was my fault, too.

[@michaelgoodson1797]

@@kimchipig I drove my 65 dart home with a big ol'hole were the #5 rod used to b at a whopping 10mph for the last 3 miles to get there my granddaddy was right those slant 6's aren't the fastest things but they'll always get u there n back it even cranked n ran the next morning lol

[@PapiDoesIt]

I have one in the driveway right now! Decent economy and torque for such an archaic design.

[@PapiDoesIt]

@@michaelgoodson1797 if a slant dies, it'll either be the number one, number 3, or the number 5 cylinder. Number one runs colder than the others.

[@keithrayeski3147]

I think she’s a keeper!! It’s a blessing to hear you praise God for the successes…He’s worthy of praise for our failures as well!

[@RobertWilliam-yu8gi]

She is a beauty. That would be worth completely restoring. :)

[@dannycortes9620]

Just wanted to say God bless y’all is all. Love all your content

[@shanec9325]

Amen to that bro these three folks make great videos.

[@Tjay0716]

lol who's the narrator? He's awesome Great tunes too! congrats on passing 100000 subs I never miss you guys Big love from Canada

[@2H80vids]

At first, I thought it was Wyatt but, now, I'm not so sure.

[@maxboya]

Sounds like the same guy from turning rust

[@user-wj1mz1hp4v]

מזז.ש ז

[@jeffe.9904]

Seriously? Who are the 55 Mental Midgets who gave this video a thumbs down? This video is so much more than just two guys getting an old car to run again. This video depicts a father & son enjoying each others company while working on a project they both have passion for while still finding the time for one another; Wow, just awesome! I wish my Dad was still around to sepend time with. To those unappreciative 55 haters, go away and stay away! To "Restored," Thank You for demonstrating family good times and most importantly, for sharing with the rest of us.

[@mrdiplomat9018]

My mom bought a maroon 4-dr one of these brand new in 68. The orange motor means it’s the last year of the 170 cube slant six. That car got 40 mpg on the highway, no lie, even with the automatic transmission. Original carb had cold starting troubles, I’d have to get under there and stick a screwdriver in the choke so it would start. Mom was so frustrated with that❗️ I totaled it one night; hit a tree dead on in the middle of the hood, and the valve cover bent in an upside down V. That car saved my life…..tough as nails❗️👍🍺

[@claudionieto6523]

Hey folks, I am a 62 years old man and your video makes me remember my grandfather in 1968 when he bought a new Valiant identycal as this one (I live in Mexico and since then those cars were called Valiant Duster). I remember it was a 6 cylinder inclined in line engine, 3 speed manual transmission, with no power steering and no air conditioned. It was gray with blue interiors in vinyl. Beautiful car, I hope you can restore it completely.

[@edblevins681]

My favorite old abandoned car channel

[@cindydifatta9012]

OMG you guys. This one made me cry! I had a 67 Valiant.....her name was Leaping Lena. Paid $100 bucks (running) for her in 1989. We were poor and couldn't afford much. She wasn't pretty, but God I loved her!

[@user-ny9po2lm1x]

I’m sure there’s one person out there who hasn’t forgotten this car

[@Daniel-fd3wp]

Oh no Mopar Nation knows there cars. 👍🤷‍♂️

[@aussieautospeedaas275]

How has this channel not yet have 1 million subscribers. This channel, crew and rescues are 2nd to none. Keep it up team.

[@haroldfeldman295]

I sure do enjoy watching Father and SON work . They sure do know what theyare doing .

[@JohnWandimi]

You leave me challenged,you are blessed with wisdom and knowledgeFromAfrica i enjoy much from you,,

[@papilloncycles3463]

Love the narrated format, It gives your restoration a cinematic Western Feel!

[@THROTTLEPOWER]

I agree!

[@alternateimpact81]

Kinda sounds like Sam Elliott.

[@jeffcuevas5728]

Seeing that old Mopar drive made me so very happy! Being an old Dodge mechanic from the 80s I remember these cars well, they were old back then but those slant 6 are great engine.

[@markmercil9649]

I drove my 1969 Valiant to the junk yard when the leaf springs came through the trunk after it was towed by the city in a snow emergency. Bought it for $25. Great car. Fun watching them getting this one running again.

[@PotatoCannon-fy2sm]

Awesome! I love old Mopars especially the A- Bodies.

[@rojorampage9994]

I always loved those Valients/gramma cars… so easy to work on.

[@grantkoeller8911]

Dodge Dart and Plymouth Valiant, you can not kill them!! they run forever!!!

[@kbobdonahue1966]

Those 3-on-the-trees were so awesome back in the day. I wouldn't mind seeing this old Plymouth Valiant restored. 🚗

[@christophermeyers2687]

I thought I was on the side of the road with these guys the way I was laughing God bless and peace great videos😊❤

[@o8thman812]

Been tinkering with Aussie Valiants since 86... The superior Valiant! Hey from New South Wales.

[@mursalmursal5177]

I've been interested in restoring old cars videos but hadn't seen a good ones until I found this channel, highly appreciate what you guys doing, the father & son bond I wish I had w/ my father, the cinematography, damn I love everything abt this video, keep doing what you're doing. One more thing I love the accent though

[@Altema22]

Ahh, brings back memories! The slant 6 looks weird because it was designed as an industrial engine, and was too tall to fit under the hood of a car. So, they slanted it over and put all the intake and exhaust on the other side. A friend was a Chrysler mechanic at a dealer when a lot of fleet police cars had this engine, and he'd get cars in with the note "Idles rough", and find a hole in the block with a piston missing. My own 1969 Valliant had the V8, but my 1984 Dodge Ram van had the last of the 225 slant 6's. I loved that I could pull the engine cover and fine tune the engine while driving, and being a former racing mechanic, I got that thing pulling like a mild V8 and purring like a kitten. Thanks for the show!

[@mikesawyer4707]

Lost you fellas last night watching your rescue the 68 valiant from the outbuilding. They were my grandparents favorite cars. That or a dart. Could not believe that you got that old girl running again.Caught up to you the following night. I am watching you right now good luck with your projects.

[@jimmackin2797]

You guys are my heroes! My mom had a '73 Valiant...same slant six. I've done two body off resto's but every time I watch your videod I learn something new. Thanks!

[@lomni02]

I had 1970 a beige color one in the mid-'70s oh the good memories, thanks!!

[@judahfellowship4781]

I really love those Valiants . My late dad had a yellow one with red interior. Yellow outside with chrome and red beadings. Best damn engine,transmission and diff combination on it.

[@BrodieBr0]

Leaning tower of power! One of the toughest engines I've ever had. I had no doubt you guys would get it going. Love the content and appreciate all the hard work you put into it!

[@Daniel-fd3wp]

@Brodiebro they are great engines super reliable and they get good MPG I got a 1967 Dodge Dart with it fires up every time. They even installed them in the D300 pickups. I had a 1967 D200 but it had a 318.👍

[@aarongrabowski3775]

I had a 1963 valiant with the 225 and it had the push button auto transmission in it.

[@friguy4444]

I love it!! Praise God!!

[@chrisespinosa7534]

This brings back very fond memories I had with my dad when I got my 67 Valiant 100 2-dr from him back in 78. I repaired all the body work and quarters before I learned to drive and afterwards into college, restored and modified mine with a B&M Shift Kit, replaced slant-6 225 from the blown rod in the 170 going back to college in the middle of winter, and adding 3" extension rear air shocks and turned up torsion bars to level it. My dad and I worked on it together at times and spent more time on a 66 Polara we both restored. I miss those trips to the salvage yard for parts on days mom would pack us a picnic lunch for the day! We had a lot of fun and bonding in the garage and mom always heard us laughing. Great video on a fun to drive Mopar!

[@chumleye1112]

Those are the best times when you could spend times working together with your dad.

[@TheOldwinger]

Had two or three of these in my early days. Mostly push button automatics, great indestructible cars. I drove one 200 miles with no coolant left in the rad with the temp gauge pinned to hot. Made it home no problem.

[@scrapyardwarriorvlogging]

My favourite rescue so far. What a beautiful little vehicle. Excellent job guys!

[@dwaynecope1914]

Our Family just had to travel to Beverly Hills Ca to find a specialist to do a surgery on our Son`s lung .We first had to go to the Steven Speilberg wing of the Hospital to meet the Doctor and while I was there I thought to my self Thank You ! Steven Speilburg for making the world a better place and I thought of this car and the movie Duel .It is so great how the world is connected because here you are trying to save one of these cars that was featured in the movie We were entertained and because of the money and success our Son got an operation that he could not have gotten in NM. I know my story sounds only tangentially related but I really did think that while in the Doctors office.

[@paulbookwood6410]

It was worth watching just for the suspenseful ride home.🙂

[@joelkarch3538]

so cool to be workin and spendin time with your dad.alot of people arent as fortunate.and that slant six never quits.good luck love the channel

[@patricklynch1962]

Vice Grip Garage sent me over here, and on the basis of this video alone subscribed and rang the bell. Just loved the way you and your father showed the old Valiant a lot of respect getting it back on the road. From the looks of it, I'd fish out that other Valiant and fix the one you brought home. It was such a champ to get as far as it did, and deserves another chance at racking up miles for a long time. Now down to the garage and fix a leaking power steering box on my '68 Plymouth Fury VIP. (Oh, I have to admit laughing out loud when I heard what sounded like Keith Morrison from Dateline NBC at the end because usually, he's about to tell you the creepiest story ever but in this case, a story with a happy ending).

[@barnabus1976]

My favourite type of video. Rescuing and driving home stuff

[@blotto3204]

1968 valiants are one of my favorites

[@mrwcp63]

Love these old cars they were common when I was a little kid love that y'all saving them

[@roypowell3450]

Absolutely loved this, the look of dedication on Lance's face driving home was a classic!! Well done all, brilliant camera work Christian.. Cheers from the UK.

[@jmctaggart40]

I love that you rescued a Mopar. I'm a Mopar guy !!!

[@dikimulia6293]

Best father in the world..!! Like Your KZbin channel guys.

[@barntech2291]

I loved the two “praise God” and the Dukes of Hazard narrator! Keep it up :-)

[@markhenrichs8388]

Wyatt's dad joke "It had a bean burrito last night!" Lol! Love this channel.

[@RobertWilliam-yu8gi]

A wonderful beautiful GOD fearing family, I love you all.

[@DaveGreg100]

I enjoyed this more than anything I have watched in a very long time. It was satisfying to see. And it made me really appreciate the styling of the '67-'68 Valiant after having just dismissed it as a rectangle and nothing more. Having owned a 63 Valiant for many years now, the '67-'68 never had the same appeal, style wise. Watching someone drive a three speed on the column was a treat. Mine's been a source of enjoyment all the years I've owned it. Had to subscribe and looking forward to the Rambler episode. Thanks.

[@robertcoren7318]

I love these “will it run?” Videos. Finally someone is working on my first car, a 1968 Plymouth Valiant. Mine was a deep blue and an automatic with an am-radio, but otherwise very similar. I’ll be pulling for you to get this barnfind going and look forward to your success-rat or no rat.

[@eastcoast465]

Love this channel, and I watch every minute. Always leaves me wanting to see the next one. I agree with one of the comments the way you and your father work together is just fantastic, you seem very close, now with your sister involved it’s really a family channel. I know the work that you all have to do to bring this great content and I know everybody appreciates it. God bless you all.

[@stevegroot5347]

I had a 1967 Valiant much like this. I never thought much of then, but I wish I had it back now.

[@TOMMY-wd8qo]

I love seeing you and your father and your daughter all working together love watching your videos you all have a blessed day

[@jessemurray1757]

ya know, as much as i love technology in cars for power and gas mileage, nothing beats these old cars for simplicity. Can you imagine trying to fire up a car built in the last decade 40 years from now?

[@nelsonjesse4128]

There wouldn't be much to fire maybe a fire literally 😂.

[@jessemurray1757]

@@nelsonjesse4128 be an electrical nightmare

[@brianlaramee2667]

You're right, nothing beats these cars for simplicity. Try adjusting a feedback carburetor on a later GM, not easy to do.

[@barrierastiss8877]

Great point,never happen,to much cost

[@tandmbros5877]

A GM ls engine might fire up 40 yrs from now not much else

[@F6HemiCharger]

This is the most awesome video about a Valiant on KZbin. It just goes to show that you typically don’t work on Mopars but glad you are saving one more.

[@johnignaczak7242]

Leaning tower of power..,those things are indestructible!

[@marygarner5249]

JUST STOPPED BY TO GIVE YOU BIG THUMBS UP God BLESS you all

[@Gregorybridgewater]

Love watching you guys, keep up the good work.

[@avuscnscot]

You all do an amazing job. Car fought a bit, but no quit. Always love the camera work too. Huge amount of effort you guys put into these videos and they're great fun to watch!

[@kwamelabody-constructionpe7622]

Salute guys,,what a talent..gosh

[@Kennykibble]

Consistently enjoy your channel, your rescues, your style and hope! Thanks from the UK 😊

[@marvwatkins7029]

Great intro. I know next to nothing about vehicle mechanics (not the people, though I don't personally know them either) but these rescue/restoration shows are increasingly fascinating.

[@5610winston]

Look up the Steven Spielberg movie _DUEL_ starring Dennis Weaver and a red '72 Valiant and a fifties-vintage Pete with a tanker trailer.

[@budsodalsky]

Thats a pretty cool lookin valiant love the front end! slant 6's cant go on and on - they keep on truckin!

[@looloo6322]

In the late 70's I had my grandfathers '66 Plymouth Valiant that he bought new, powder blue, 4 door, automatic. No power anything, but it had an AM radio. I drove that tank for years and wish I still had it today. I sold it for $100 in the 80's

[@davidwalker567]

Nothing like the old three of the tree shift reminds me of childhood memories keep up the good work my friends your friend Dave

[@Valou_56]

Man i love these old mopars ! Thank you so much for all the knowledge you've been sharing with us I've learned a lot of things ! Greatings from France 👌

[@goldenflash0588]

Love these videos. Watching you revive these old cars is so satisfying. Just goes to prove that nothing is really dead, just takes a little bit of hard work and determination and any car can be back on the road.

[@JustIce-cf8ro]

This valiant is looking like Cadillac, very beautiful, genuine, TRES STABLE EN ROUTE.

[@terryeustice5399]

Rough ride home but you made it! Hallelujah! This has been tough on y’all. The rats , trees weeds. Just crazy. Love you guys!

[@johnnyloco970]

Glad you guys always think safety 1st and have Christian all tied off with harness and straps so she can't tumble out. Good thinking guys! Not everyone is that conscious about what could happen.

[@scotthay1486]

Great video of this recovery.. Sitting undercover made a huge difference to the initial start-up and I was impressed with your awareness around what you had to have and do to get the vehicle rolling for the 50 mile trip home which I think went very well. This car is certainly worth refurbishing to road legal quality. I'm looking forward to upcoming videos on this one. God bless.

[@t-dogg-kilrroy5943]

Pretty Awesome, To start it and run/drive it, after 40 years of sitting.

[@stephenhotzjustdriveit]

Thank you for pulling that one out.

[@grantkoeller8911]

I remember driving to Alaska, with the 225 Slant 6, 3rd gear was perfect at about 75 MPH. If you try to go 50 MPH or 55 MPH in 3rd gear it would lug along....way too low RPM. He needs to get his speed up.

[@calvinh.8882]

Yeah. If you wanted to just have a cruiser to beat around town in, you really needed to put a lower gear in the rear or you'd end up having to run in second gear and at a high RPM. LOL. They're tough little motors tho'.

[@todddenio3200]

Other than the 190, The slant 6’s were some of the best engines ever built by any car manufacturer. They were efficient, reliable, tougher than nails, and could be built up to really perform and surprise a lot of V8 owners.

[@nelsonjesse4128]

Probably not safe over 40mph.

[@todddenio3200]

@@nelsonjesse4128 you obviously have no experience with the slant sixes or the cars they were used in because they were not unsafe at anything over 40 even in 2nd gear

[@grantkoeller8911]

@@todddenio3200 correct, this car was on rails, so stable, so safe and sturdy!!!

[@eeroheljand5576]

LOVED the storytelling on this one!!! Keep it up!!!

[@earlcoobs8267]

Another amazing rescue. You guys rescue cars I would have sent to the crusher before I seen your show. Thanks Earl

[@Xaltar_]

We had the Safari wagon as well as a Barracuda and a later model Regal when I was growing up. My old man is a huge Mopar guy, lovely to see this old beauty get some love. The sound of that slant six brings back so many good memories!

[@TheHiddenPart]

Congratulations on the revival! Great moving shots, congrats on the camera girl too!

[@charleykeenan6171]

I've had to many of these to count.. LOL Great job on this "leaning tower of power"! Love the channel 👏

[@cosmovet44]

Even in a troubling time you all rise above to move along!

[@valiant1968]

It made me so happy to see this old girl fire up! When she started to sputter and die, I figured it was either overheating, carb (like you said), or an issue with the points. On my own '68, the points seized together on a road trip. That was fun! I also chuckled when you said "The brakes work, but not as well as I'd hoped" - typical drum brakes on these cars LOL If you need some replacement tail lights, I've still got a pair that I kept in storage.

[@NoName-et6wk]

I'm happy you're posting new content more frequently.I hope it's a sign that your channel is getting more successful with this newer channel.Im a subscriber from your old turning rust.Reviving old cars and reusing old used things is the best kind of recycling.I hope you will continue growing.

[@mickburns5546]

Another epic adventure, guys. Usually a good idea to start em up when putting water in when really hot. A bit easier on the metal. Made for great video though. Keep on keeping on😀

[@melindaivey4772]

I took my driver's permit and license on a yellow 1968 Plymouth Valent. It was 1977. Lots of good memories

[@juanmauricioneira7864]

we used to travel with the Valiant on 60´s ! very nice car , not to big!! comfortable !

[@kCI251]

Another awesome episode! You can't kill a slant six!

[@macgvrs]

I enjoyed this adventure. Great fun. I do have a concern. I was taught you never pour water into an engine when it is that hot and when you do put water in the engine should be running. I have heard you can crack the block if you don't do it that way. Just don't want to have you damage the engine. Glad you got home OK.

[@wolfgangricky]

Slant Six, BEST engine ever made. Ty for taking us along

[@strelockxx8547]

I daily drive a 1969 Plymouth Valiant 4 door sedan. Has the original slant six as well.

[@joesprague1464]

Where do all these forgotten KZbin barn finds come from? All I ever find in my barn are mice that been dead for forty years,maybe I'll revive some of them for KZbin entertainment.

[@ranflee1]

🤪🤪

[@m42037]

These vids are all out in the dry west, cars are plentiful out there compared to the rust belt state's like here in Michigan

[@hillbillywisdom777]

Reminds me of days gone by, before tyrannical seatbelt laws and when cops didn't bother ordinary citizens for things when they were just trying to scratch out a living.

[@spacecadet0]

Before fines on petty bs was part of the budget...

[@panderzextreme2210]

This is a great example of an everyday car that people used to drive in the late 60s. Gotta love the old Plymouths, especially as this one has the Slant-Six. Not fuel efficient, but very reliable and tough!

[@younggullkim2132]

I used to own a used car slant 6 engined Dodge Dart, It was a very reliable car. It was in Ottawa, Canada in 1974, 1975. I admire your father who does anything for son. I respect both of you. Hope the high temp did not cause pemanent damage to the engine.

[@robertvance1873]

The leaning tower of power the mighty Slant 6, I knew someone who owned a valiant convertible and he accidentally ran it out of oil and thought it was done. He put some oil back in and kept messing with it and it fired up and never quit running. Great little engine thank you for another Awesome Video.

[@davidhindman8499]

You three are AMERICA!! LOVE YOUALL

[@verdigo5892]

Great video. Good to hear you give God the praise too.