Reviving AMC Rebel SST Convertible That's Been Parked For 43 Years! | Roadworthy Rescues

Derek travels to the last standing AMC dealership, Collier Motors in Pikeville, North Carolina. With more than 100 cars sitting derelict, Derek finds an AMC Rebel SST convertible that needs reviving. Parked for over 40 years, he'll try to get it running again and give it back to its original owner, who hasn't seen it on the road since he was nine years old.
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[@bbrasky]

Hey Motor Trend - If you're not gonna show the end, I'd rather you didn't provide the video at all.

[@bryantlarrowe2502]

Absolutely. This is ridiculous

[@theweakestlink2278]

Yeah, VGG is a lot better. Derek's content is great but I don't have cable anymore to watch these motor trend shows.

[@TNitroH]

Yeah it's a tease so you have to subscribe to see it. Derek deserves everything he works for. Motor trend can kiss my ---

[@fgb3126]

Hey thanks for the tip off. I'm not really all that interested in supporting Derek on some other channel anyway. Then to discover these guys are scrubs.

[@Chris_Topher89]

I realize now I've been spoiled coming from VGG with hour long revival videos!

[@jeffallen2923]

Yes, the new commercialised videos are way shorter than VGG. And Dereck's commentary is much faster, less relaxed, and compressed to fit in 10 to 15 minutes. They must have been charged by the hour. And why do we only see the first episodes? Where's the rest? If this is an example of Motor Ttrend, I aint stayin'.

[@sscar001]

Never ceases to amaze me how entertaining Derek can be and the vehicles he gets running truly amazing to watch.

[@timwheeler4690]

You got gas and what?

[@robdavis4527]

Smells 🤣like a wheel barrow full of bird beaks

[@jamestriebwasser1867]

Yes. fuel makin happener, door used for cleaning ditches, completage, seats just need armor all, convertible top probably leaks….😂😂😂

[@johnwright7782]

Better than the wood lambo. lol

[@lukasgarage956]

That was horrendous.....

[@electronicengineer]

I kept expecting it to catch on fire. I cannot believe the amount of work that somebody put into that thing. Amazing.@@lukasgarage956

[@jdogmcnasty1980]

I had 2nd hand regret for Derek! He probably wishes he would’ve passed on that!

[@robertyoung8289]

No termites.

[@trapholy6418]

It was kinda cool I guess just kinda tho

[@99goat99]

Watching Derek work on cars somehow makes all the B/S of the day melt away....

[@JasonMcCord-qk3yb]

“The convertible top may leak”😂. It just might! What an amazing barn find! The fact that beautiful cars like this are still out there waiting to be found just blows my mind 😮

[@williamescolantejr5871]

well it only leaks on the inside

[@nobodyspecial6436]

Just leave ‘er down… it’ll be fine…

[@kevbev1524]

How do you keep doing this insane schedule, Koodos Derek, and may you get as much happiness as you provide to everyone else 🥰

[@tonyg3573]

I agree, Derek is quite busy. However this particular rescue was an episode from season one of Roadworthy Rescues.

[@mattbrown5511]

Derek is the best thing to happen to this channel.

[@danielcarter5579]

Why they don't put these episodes IN FULL on youtube ceases to amaze me they'd get a ton more views than on some channel no ones got

[@allenthompson4714]

You ain't lying.

[@ji8044]

Agreed, I would watch the full episodes but won't bother with this

[@512Squared]

These Motor Trend episodes give Derek a chance to put some money into getting these cars not just working, but well on the way to restoration.

[@Axyl00Druss]

It is, like most things, about money. Motor Trend does this as a teaser and wants you to subscribe to their service for the full versions.

[@muppydoodles]

Well, we won't...@@Axyl00Druss

[@snoreybear4656]

I get the feeling that when Derek calls, Dan already knows he's in for a treat! A guy's gotta love those repairs that require spontaneously sprouting a second elbow on your arm to reach.

[@woof132]

love the revivals. wish the videos were longer

[@jdogmcnasty1980]

He has videos clocking in at 2 hrs on his main channel Vice Grip Garage.

[@warrenmichael918]

These are just tiny clips to get you to buy the season of the full revival videos. Im happy to get to see these no matter how long or short they are.

[@timtimtim5294]

In my opinion, Derek Is the most entertaining person on youtube!

[@MrFmccarty]

It looks remarkably like the Road Runner. I loved these cars growing up. I want to see it running!

[@4jesus1981]

I've driven a 1970 AMC rebel machine that my uncle used to have. It came with a 390 but It had a rebuilt 360 w/ step over stock cam headers and all the good stuff with exhaust. Was the fastest car I've ever driven.

[@eriknelson45]

Never heard of a pushrod Amc that had " cams " as in plural

[@4jesus1981]

@@eriknelson45 that was a typo. I was using speech typing

[@georgecass8529]

Boy I like that jeep Cherokee in the background too

[@thomasmorse6692]

Man, that brought back memories. "A rusty wheelbarrow full of bird beaks". The good old days. Am I right?

[@AngelRosario]

This is the most new/performance pets I’ve seen Derek put in a restoration. Love it!

[@ILOVEBACONBOY2018]

Hes definitely made it, nice job man this is awesome to see you on this channel

[@NoNORADon911]

Yep soon ESG score mafia will jam a bunch of troonys, blixs and ghys in his videos for muh dyeversity!

[@hellcat1st]

Love the AMC's and this one is a keeper. I had a 76 Hornet X Sportabout with 304 engine. Kept it 30 years and sold it due to health problems. It had 16,000 miles and was all original. Derek, see what you can do to find one of those. Love your videos, keep them coming!

[@mikehunt1418]

MORE ...MORE...More 16 mins is NOT enough of Derek working his magic.

[@RusThompson]

Those were great cars. Not many where I was as a teenager but they looked and sounded great!

[@mikepoint4717]

Man what a nice looking car , the lines and the wheels you chose are perfect 👍. Happy Holidays to you and your family. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@GregoryBamber]

Love the Rambler/Nash/AMC/AMX cars and the Hudsons too.

[@alwenke212]

Somewhat difficult to repair with zero parts available !

[@markgraff8326]

Derek you’re on fire … be safe keep up the great work

[@01Surge62]

Derek your da man. Bringing cars back to life. Great stories and brilliant humor. Thanks man. Appreciate ya

[@Yfree4321]

67 Rebels are really cool vehicles. So good to see this one headed for the road again. A convertible 67 would be my top choice of an old AMC, or at least in the top two.

[@lordleonusa]

So good to see you getting the stopping tubage replaced without having to crawl around in the dirt!

[@timhunt1482]

How cool can you get Derek with the stuff? I've had lots of successes dealing with old 70s and 80s cars in a couple of 60s everything just went fine, no! I don't know I don't know how you can pull yourself out of these jams, love your show

[@randygranger2294]

In your hands this car will live again! Beautiful! I look forward to part 2

[@Beetil]

Fantastic video. Love watching Derek. Editing is really great too to capture so much in just 16 mins.

[@michaellee6489]

Beautiful car. Hopefully I'll get to see it done and on the coast. Thanks Derek and MT! Merry Christmas!

[@steveneckard3649]

Another entertaining and enjoyed episode of you doing a quick and straight forward pick up and rescuing of classic American autos. Thank you.

[@christopherleusner4385]

I’m so glad I found your channel. This dude is the goat

[@prodesign8189]

Derek is a star that has much rising ahead.

[@jerrymarshall2728]

At the beginning of the video I was beginning to believe this was an episode of Hoarders! Ramblers were great cars! My Grandparents had several, and the ‘67 Ambassador my Grandmother had was the source of fights, within the family, when she passed.

[@sputnikalgrim]

I could watch Derek bring cars back to life all day!

[@alperrin9310]

This is the car that I learned to drive on in high school. Of course we couldn't go faster than 10 mph in the parking lot with the teacher in the seat next to you - but at sixteen behind the wheel of this car - you sure could dream!

[@wildancrazy159]

Really great to see one of these with the engine under the hood. More leg room that way! Hate the brief time of these sponsored videos, but we will take what is on tap...

[@jamesparker1071]

Muscle cars and Leaded gas... The good old days. 🗽🇺🇸

[@GunNut37086]

I need to see the rest of the videos in this series. That AMC is a beaut.

[@DuneRunnerEnterprises]

It's darn MotorTrend. You can't watch outside the USA, even if you really, really want.....

[@christophergeggatt685]

Nice. I had a 1969 Rebel. Love the car. Still only drive AMC to this day.

[@billbinder5223]

I had a 1968 rebel SST yellow with a black vinyl top with black interior when I was in college back in 1970. Great to see this one.

[@eddiearena132]

Another eagerly awaited revival.... Thanks Man.

[@georgeszilva1223]

Love the carburetor removal shovel....lol😄😄

[@user-bv3cl2cl8b]

Better than the mid engine AMC fiasco fun!!!🤪❤

[@user-gb6re9eg3i]

Love his videos. Go Derek!

[@dubsnbuds6668]

Ooh a spade ,now that's new Derek 😂 your the man

[@chrisferrell1588]

Wish these shows was way longer on KZbin I dont do TV anymore.....

[@VisualAFMedia]

All the nomenclature and exaggeration of numbers is my favorite. Love ya man.

[@IR-nq4qv]

The guy who ones the car never seen it run since he was 9 some 40 years ago. This is one of those times when you have to stop and consider, the Rebel is already 17 years old when Derek was born. I doesn't matter if its a model A , a model T, a dirt bike or a farm tractor, Derek's old school approach is all the same. He definitely has an old soul, a great attitude, he is everybody's go to car guy and is no wonder to anyone as to why he is so well liked and respected among the car culture. Good job MTC, you could not have chosen a better candidate to promote your channel

[@DeadInsideButStillSmiling]

Man, that is one sweet old Rebel! Would be awesome if we could get a closer look at the Cherokee lurking in the background. The Bathtub Nash would be cool too. Cosmopolitan?

[@christopherpoucher483]

The seals are solid.... as a rock! 😂 this guy dont lie ❤ Derek

[@meatybtz]

Makes me miss my old rebel....

[@user-vc9jq4ws7k]

I said it before, I like the way you talk Sinore Mchanico.

[@JohnnyAFG81]

After 40 years it breathes life again!

[@Snowmannorth]

The bird beaks smell much better once ground up real fine. They work great for sand blasting! 😂🤣😂

[@davidchenoweth5467]

God bless you, Derek. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year. For you and yours.

[@user-cv8zo8cn8d]

The Poster is a Cool Guy

[@krwd]

nicop the best thing to come along for brakes in a long time

[@jimmyb2669]

First blush gives off that Planes, Trains and Automobiles vibe😂😂

[@KooderMcScooter]

thank you guys for uploading more of these episodes!!!!!!!

[@tgalbraith2395]

I was kind of surprised to see a vacuum wiper motor on a '67! But then, it is a Rambler!

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

They used them in Hornets as well and they first came out in 1970.

[@leegoddard2618]

She's a beauty.

[@saublesurfer8197]

Great to see brakes high up on the list. (Thank You). Years ago a friend of mine was taking her daughter to a university in the US . A car crossed the median and slammed them head on. Tragic end.

[@jasonbennett8008]

This by far is the coolest car! Love it! Hope to see ya in the north east again.

[@sisco302]

The old Rambler Rebel SST is very cool! They were really popular in the 60s. Most Ramblers were just good basic and pretty reliable transportation. My grandmother had one and she loved it!

[@scrambler69-xk3kv]

1967 was a very bad year they lost 76 million dollars which was considered an astronomical sum at the time. They fired Roy Abernethy who had been President since 1962 and replaced him with William V. Luneburg. Sales were off twelve percent. Total sales were 302,945.For all cars lines produced by AMC. A fraction of what Chevrolet alone sold. Remember GM had five brands, my uncles had a Rambler later AMC dealership for years. AMC's slogan for 1967 was The Now Cars from American Motors. But it was like they were bolted down at the dealership.

[@rickardjohnson4524]

Glad you went through those basic steps, necessary STEPS for the end results, Ready Too Rock? maybe for sure, Yup! Thanks...

[@chriskiefer7493]

I just watched the Christmas Eve marathon.❤

[@glencarpenter3124]

I love your show,and the way your family members support you

[@user-tu2ou5ks4q]

Love your channels Just a hint an old school teacher taught me back in 73. The hottest part of a flame is the tip of it not the middle. Keep that comical information coming in

[@richb313]

You got that old beast running.

[@ae1tpa92gwtom2]

Like the Wagoneer in the background too !!!

[@robert9319]

Man if i had of known your were going to be in NC i would of took the day off of work and came out to meet you as you were only an hour and 20 minute drive from me and i know of a few places to visit on the coast that i could of directed you to !! Awesome work and another great episode 👍thanks Derek !!

[@robluna8038]

That’s going to be a badass build Derek

[@_classic-pd9pn]

This man is working hard ❤ on this channel and on his channel also

[@bbgcars]

AMC LIVES! I have a Javelin AMX with a 360 4BBL .D.E. myself.

[@user-ek7zd4od4e]

Shovel pry bar, classic VGG. Love it.

[@peterstang-walz2778]

I have a few AMC rebels it's nice to see them getting some love on KZbin

[@TehButterflyEffect]

Want to part with one? lol

[@fabieneldridge3414]

You scored. Rare car ! Could be cool again !

[@jamesmercer3693]

I had 1970 2 door AMC ambassador Silver Black vinyl top black interior My favorite date car Pop out the headrest flip the front Bench seats all the way back made the whole interior A bed 😅a Beast 360 positive track And had the good old AMC Wiring harness short somewhere you couldn't find battery killer😮

[@outdoorswithtim.576]

Can't wait to see more of this kind of content about this car. It's exciting watching you bring it back to life Derek

[@donsmith8614]

I'm glad you made it home from the wooden lamborghini episode, i think the previous owner hosed you, this rebel is a pretty decent looking car, glad you got it up & running, can't wait for you to drive it to the coast.

[@williambush2924]

this rescue is over a year old... part two is on the roadworthy rescue playlist on motor trend TV

[@missingremote4388]

I hope everyone makes it back home.

[@jeaniepatterson2384]

Love Ramblers. My dad had several and all his brothers and my grandparents drove Ramblers when I was a kid.

[@shawnstillman736]

Seeing a feller pop a fuelmakithapener off with a flat nosed shovel it about the best thing ive seen all week.

[@jeraldhite9744]

Excellent Rambler!

[@JesseCampbell0]

This AMC is *way* better than the mid-engine one :)

[@jamesmisener3006]

The 343 is a good engine. 5 bolt main and they run cool. Nice car. Cheers 🇨🇦

[@archjapanmotovlogs]

Derek is the best !!

[@jeffvaughan6363]

Another video...another good mood! Two in one day....can't hardly stand it!! 😊😊

[@user-cx5sl2et1b]

Good Evening Sir , have a great day today ! 😊 Wednesday at 6:49 pm here in AZ 😊 !

[@williamponath4798]

Thanks

[@blankczechz]

AMC, still impressive automobiles. Dang I miss them.

[@davidbryant5875]

I don’t know how Derrick does it. This man is goes all the time

[@danacrook4203]

I had a Rebel hardtop same year back in the early 90s. Mint condition.

[@lechkenassh9008]

I am always waiting for the duck tape to come out. (the red green show) !!!

[@johnhart125]

These were nice cars, with some tuning, were also quick

[@BruceAtWork]

More Derek!? YES

[@Moped-garage]

Derick on motor trend. Soooo good. Cc any believe I was subscribed already to motor trend I thought it was already. 😮

[@slimpickens7822]

Derek’s the Best

[@gt-cn7sw]

Hope to see Part 2 a finished product