This is why rebuilt vehicles get a bad name and it keeps getting worse

After the review of the hacked up Detroit Terrain, I was asked to show how the repairs were wrong and how they could be fixed. Well, that Terrain was not worth buying but I found a hacked up one that was. It appears the last accident was very similar to this one which is a good thing. Now I only have to fix one part of the car to redo their shoddy workmanship. In addition to being ugly, the work is not safe at all. I am ok with cosmetic issues in rebuilds but safety and reliability should not be sacrificed for savings. The further I dig into this one, the worse it gets. I can't wait to find out what the body filler is hiding.
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[@davidp2888]

"Somebody's been here before". Four words that, when Scott says them, strike fear into my heart.

[@vehcor]

This one is scary, and keeps getting worse. We haven’t gotten to the best part. 😳

[@BrucePierson]

Yeah, that's for sure. Imagine driving around in that deathtrap not knowing what had been done to it. Or maybe it was the previous owner that repaired it on the cheap (and nasty).

[@BrucePierson]

@@vehcor I hate to think what's in the next video after you said that.

[@rsprockets7846]

@@vehcor did the welds for the control arm fail or was it a MVA?????

[@nigelhopkinson6614]

Looks like someone with no idea and no tools apart from a filler spreader did it in there shed with a few tin's of filler .You have to get your work tested, how the heck did this one ever pass a safety test ?

[@IPlayToBag]

I don't see how someone could live with themselves knowing they can potentially get someone killed with bad repair jobs like that. Makes me sick. I wish we could get the police involved in cases like this.

[@jacobayon768]

😏

[@lansilver9217]

It's called THRO N GO on the repairs. Some CHEAP ASS dealer DOUSHBAG paid a cash strapped shop to fix for a dirt cheap basement bargain price!! Besides...U HAD TO BUY THIS CHEAP URSELF!

[@whatevsperson3019]

i think you could sue the person who rebuilt the car. I repair cars to sell like this and everything has to be as close to factory as possible before i sell it, i know of a business that went under for doing crappy repair jobs, selling cars with cut frames and stuff. Its literally not worth saving a few hundred/thousand bucks.

[@612fresko]

Is not the people that sell them is the stupid people that buys it

[@gs1100ed]

@@612fresko caveat Emptor

[@michaelconlin6302]

'This one comes from Mississippi,the state not the river"priceless.

[@Edwardmodos]

I LOLed at "Scott's Terrain Emporium, located right next to Scott's Grand Am Emporium"

[@jdretiree2433]

That fix will never be right without Mr. Spotty overseeing the work. You better settle the dispute quickly.

[@vehcor]

I found a guy to do it cheaper..... what could go wrong? 🤷🏼‍♂️😂

[@TheDloeblein21]

that 30 seconds of him putting straps away nicely after use mad my day.

[@houseofno]

Scott's number one rule with someone else's attempt at a shoddy repair: "Pile!"

[@ThaMythbuster]

These videos are so calming and relaxing, somehow. Love your work mister! :) One of the only guys on KZbin that does this work whose cars I'd actually trust!

[@vehcor]

Thank you very much!

[@BrucePierson]

I sure would agree with that, but I live in Queensland Australia, so no chance of buying one of Scott's cars.

[@endall6783]

Yes I'd buy one with no worries and I'm not even a GM guy. That's how much I like his work and it's gotten hard to watch others that do the same stuff WELL ALL MOST THE SAME KIND OF WORK.

[@NHHalKnowsHow]

I need a "SOMEBODY'S BEEN HERE BEFORE" t-shirt for my ex-wife. Love these videos!

[@vehcor]

I don’t recommend giving those to current wives or girlfriends. 😂

[@77patsfan64]

@@vehcor let me get my ex wifes new husbands shirt size.

[@brucesheehe6305]

Need a Mr. Spotty for her too. LOL

[@carguy4658]

Darn it, I went to the Vehcor merchandise site looking for one of those shirts!

[@99andrianmonk]

Didn't Ray-Jay release a song about this with Kim K when she married the knucklehead she is now divorcing?

[@hawkertyphoon4537]

The way you got that 3-wheeler on the Lift is an adventure to itself... Jesus i do not want to know what other "improvisations" are done all around the world... But hey. You guys do what you gotta do! Seeing your daily struggles make me appreciate you more. Keep at it!

[@bobgastreichCars71]

I just love watching you work scott. I learn a lot from you. I lov the words someone been here. You are the man. Can"t wait to see what next. Take care.

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@WatchWesWork]

Use reverse to stop because it has no brakes. So basically it's like every forklift I've ever driven!

[@Asomesauc]

True

[@houseofno]

Tear up a transmission to save money on a brake job? Fail math?

[@milesparris4045]

@@houseofno Fork lifts don't usually have a transmission.

[@ryanworkman5229]

Hey Wes, nice to hear we use the same forklifts in Australia that you guys do in America.

[@vehcor]

With enough practice you get pretty good at it. I have driven my share of brakeless vehicles. Hills are always the test of your skill. lol

[@larrya703]

I was secretly hoping when you took off the last seat belt you'd say, "In the mail" lol.

[@vehcor]

“In the mail” 👍🏻

[@klc317]

Thats the ultimate someone has been here before...what a death trap. Glad you're fixing it right!

[@vehcor]

You haven't seen the worst yet...

[@catsmr]

Thanks for taking the time to make these videos. Always fun to watch!

[@billviets5803]

Man you find some horror shows its scary whats out there. Good thing there are people like you that do great work!!!.

[@legitpurplesocks]

well done sir, you are by far my favorite channel to watch. being a technician myself I see my fair share of ill repairs and improper work. It feels good to see repairs being done right. Especially on this one fixing somebody else's bad fixes. the quirky sense of humor is also great. keep up the good work :)

[@305sergio]

Since I haven’t seen it mentioned yet... “Mustang” You’re welcome.

[@hithere7382]

Did he give up?

[@FlyEaglesFly19111]

Thanks for sharing and taking the time Scott. Stay safe and be well. No need to thank us for watching.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, I do appreciate you watching.

[@claywhitney2949]

I life The videos where you get cars that have had poor repairs done before you really helps with buying a car knowing what to look for. Thank you for going into detail like you do. You also do absolutely amazing work!

[@Charleh-tk2bw]

I like watching your channel because you always make every effort to fix everything right the first time. Collision repair can be some difficult, tedious work, and some people pay the consequences of bad repair work when their car gets hit in the same spot, but the way you do your work keeps faith in the industry, you're awesome!

[@Mint2842]

Just when you think "someone's been here before" couldn't get any worse😬

[@jeffkalte9371]

Once again - great job!! It is always fun when you do an archaeological dig

[@davidl2438]

Wow! Excellent video. Amazing how someone did a shoddy job on past repairs. Like your attention to detail and safety. You do great repair work. It's important to do the job right. Can't wait to see the next video on this project.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, there is more amazing...ly bad work to discover. 😂

[@richmelillo9637]

I just LOVE the analysis of what's wrong. I see real crimes in some of those "others" work. Thanks for sharing that info Scott! Cheers, Rich

[@vehcor]

I probably didn't have to say anything. Even if you know nothing about this type of work a few pictures could show you it was very wrong. lol

[@mrblaqbox7642]

I love the commentary especially when you said you tried the spot weld drill and didn't like it lol. Keep up the good work man.

[@vehcor]

So many people feel the need to tell me how I should do my job from behind the computer. lol Thanks for watching!

[@abdulhadiqureshi6837]

Missed your Videos Scott. keep them coming :)

[@vehcor]

Thanks, will do!

[@r.n.6515]

The surprises you get with "somebody has been here before." I'm interested in seeing what else they covered up. Good job. 👍👍👍

[@dannyspears514]

I wasn’t ready for the video to end lol.

[@shawnm.1540]

There is: "somebody's been here before!" and "somebody's REALLY been here before!" This vehicle would be the later...

[@sadullahcetinkaratekin5253]

vehcor ;Immediately, I watched all of your videos, I was amazed by your workmanship and hand skills, you are a very good mechanic, I congratulate and appreciate you. If I live in America, I would have all my car works done to you.

[@draco24433]

Thanks for showing what things to look for and how to properly fix cars. Although I am not a body man, I greatly appreciate you sharing your knowledge and experience with us. As always, I will be looking out for the next video.

[@sst9364]

Great video. Love to see the work that goes into fixing a wrecked vehicle. Keep up the great work. Seems if you want to get into a project will need all the proper tools. 😉

[@paultaylor9652]

Simply the best rebuild guy I've seen on KZbin, if it's worth doing, he does it right first time.

[@JJ-iw7nh]

Missed these Friday videos. Thank you for bringing them back. Looking forward to next week. And please get Mr Spotty back on the payroll.

[@davidgilpin5200]

This rebuild series is gonna give me "piles"... Keep up the great work, Scott. Mr. Spotty, the Afternoon Crew and all the Gnomes depend on it!

[@hommie789]

Great to see the scraped knuckles in the beginning, good to see you are at least human not just a machine. I get a knuckle buster at least once a week, still don't know how you do it but great work.

[@JoeManLARockinEmpire]

Best one Yet. Looking forward to the next one Scott 👍👍

[@josephwoodsides6069]

You a true man you go above and beyond to make sure people are safe like your work ethic

[@mikebuehler6248]

Thanks, I enjoy your Friday builds!

[@vehcor]

Glad you like them!

[@thomasihle5305]

What happened to Mr. Spotty? Love the way you work! Can t wait for next friday! Greets from also salty streets and rusting cars from Germany

[@vehcor]

He is there. His hours have been cut. He is learning a valuable economics lesson on demanding higher wages. lol

[@doodles113]

I was about to ask about Mr.Spotty.....

[@deanh7190]

@@vehcor Mr. Spotty replies...>. 😏

[@Ray_Sellner]

Great to see you with another Terrain build.

[@vehcor]

Yep, they sell pretty quickly.

[@Tommy_Poole]

I always enjoy seeing this sort of job done right. This is why I watch your channel.

[@digitalvinyl1963]

“Somebody’s been here before” seems to be a gross understatement.

[@vehcor]

Did I mention they were blind and drunk? lol

[@bigbear5510]

@@vehcor And high on Crack!🤣🤣🤣

[@edciasiii3308]

@@vehcor That previous repair work is even offensive to blind and drunk mechanics.

[@gomezh82]

as a tow truck driver myself i say you did an excellent job with the wrecker!

[@BWGPEI]

You restore my faith in craftsmen. First, and I hope not last, time I've seen you work. Meantime, good health and long life to you.

[@randymackintosh6559]

Great timing...I rented one of those in Denver last weekend!!! It was actually a nicer car than I expected...

[@kickit59]

Scot we have a Guy here locally called Russian Bob who aligns trunk lids & quarter panels with bondo! His work is very similar to the repair on this Terrain! Great job on the teardown and finding it's problems!

[@waltereturner]

You sir, set the standard on how to correctly repair a vehicle after an accident. Also, you ended this one on a good cliffhanger. Can't wait to see what you found, or did not find above that headliner.

[@vehcor]

Thanks, I try. Gotta keep everyone coming back! 😂

[@mikedillon6233]

Scott. And what you see and what you explain is what makes it so important. Most people are not honest, where as you are. You explain what you see, why it's bad, and why it's important to fix it in the specific order in this specific way. That is the number one reason why I enjoy your Channel.

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support!

[@diddidadda1]

I love your down to earth and positively frank way of doing things , I've learned a fair bit by watching your videos so thanks for that and thank f**k you got this vehicle to fix as now it will be done properly, cheers from England .

[@vehcor]

Thanks for the support and best wishes from the USA!

[@diddidadda1]

@@vehcor hey thanks and god bless america , you guys rock .

[@Thomas-ul3uy]

I enjoy your videos so much and see what to look for damage. I wish more body shops here in Georgia had your work ethic and attention to detail. Some body shops, that did good work, they got tired of dealing with insurance companies that nickel and dimed repair jobs, so they closed up. No you have body shops that are the "preferred" repair center. I have seen first hand how they do work. I could see sanding marks through the paint, runs, cloudy look to paint and after a few years the clear coat pealing from the window seal. They have a "lifetime warranty" on their repairs, so wondering how that will work. The insurance companies want repairs cheap so seems to be aftermarket parts find their way in the mix. I would rather have used OEM parts, properly repaired and painted like you use than some of aftermarket ones.

[@autosport3081]

Can't wait for the next video,this is car is lucky to end up in your shop after this damage,I'm sure it will be 100% after you repair it.

[@billdursa4724]

Love your comments on rust. I'm from Ohio and now live in N.C. The vehicles in junk yards amaze me how rust free they are. It pains me to see these vehicles going to the scrapper!

[@maryterrill5485]

Great video, looking forward to the next videos..

[@vehcor]

Thanks!

[@andrewk778]

After showing us a litany of poor workmanship, you end the video with “OH NO”!!! Always interesting. Thank you for sharing.

[@vehcor]

Thanks for watching!

[@jimwiskus8862]

That rebuild abuse at it’s worst. So glad you are there to rehabilitate it. Too bad they can’t go back and try and figure out who did that previous work.

[@guykwalter1693]

I live in Tucson Arizona- it sure is nice not having to work on rusted junk.

[@vehcor]

***angry Illinoian noises***

[@mariolebiedz7629]

No Gnomes were injured in the production of this video!! Keep up the great work.

[@rsprockets7846]

But where was the afternoon crew????

[@vehcor]

That’s good, I certainly don’t want to do their work! 😂

[@mayhem_maniac]

That poor car! Sooo much damage, most people wouldn't even attempt it. I'm glad its in the right hands to get put back on the road.

[@rsprockets7846]

Yaaaaaay!! A vehcor vid......not boring snowed in in nyc....

[@vehcor]

I think all of America is snowed in right now. Except Florida, I'm jealous of Florida!

[@rsprockets7846]

@@vehcor yeah but come hurricane season fla. A real bummer even in the gulf and east coast with hurricanes....how about doing some conversion vans????

[@brucesheehe6305]

Scott always like a challenge! Especially if someone has been there before and flubbed up. That minor collision just saved someone's life due to Scott's expertise.

[@vehcor]

There was definitely more damage in this accident due to the hack repair. At least it was hit in the same place so I don’t have to fix two parts of the car!

[@speedtrapp219d2]

I got to say Scott watching you work almost looks effortless bro lol you got it down pat and I can say being a 597 welder for 22 years it’s a good thing you got your hands on that suv I can’t believe how badly that suspension bracket was welded lucky someone didn’t get killed

[@Syncopia]

Superb cuts and camera work, especially on those tie downs.

[@donaldgillispie1356]

Total backyard body Moooochanic work!!! Will b like a new one when you get finished with it 👍

[@djps2753]

Great video thank u Alot of suprise on this one, U make it all look easy, very talented

[@JasonMuellermrgoodtune]

Its shocking how badly others hack things together. You do damn good work, the right way.

[@jasonhudson4239]

Oh yes! This brings me back to what brought me to the channel in the first place two years ago. The mistake Silverado. Good luck!

[@Kylehoulihan]

I love how organized he is

[@americanrambler4972]

I like your voiceover, narration style of how you describe what your doing and find on the cars.

[@ep-ou7sc]

That sudden wrench sliding in after you couldn't don't the correct socket was interesting lol

[@jamesmichael3998]

All that hard work just to change the shocks. Cheers from Jacksonville Florida

[@draday7793]

I'm from Toledo ohio it want 2 say you are a brilliant mechanic very informative you are inspiring 2 me to be a mechanic keep up the good work 👏👏👏

[@vehcor]

Awesome, thank you!

[@TripodsGarage]

Another awesome video.. Wow! Some quality workmanship there in this car... I will never buy a new car while I live in Illinois. No matter how well I take care of it, they just rust away. I use a bolt and a nut on the back side of the knuckles to remove rusty rotors. Basically it just pushes off the rotor, instead of trying to beat it with a mallet. Keep up the great content! I need to fire my camera guy for my videos as well, oh wait!

[@vehcor]

Thanks 👍

[@whatupdoe5744]

I'm glad you made the right sounds as it was coming off of the trailer.. You know, so I don't forget to hit the like button 👍

[@Natesgarage123]

Scott love how you just sent it to get it to the frame rack

[@vehcor]

It beats pushing! 😂

[@Natesgarage123]

@@vehcor my motto when in doubt just send it lol

[@hackfabrication139]

Oh wait.... It gets worse... Body filler Hell... And booger welds? OMG. Even the blokes at Hack Fabrication wouldn't do this! Where the heck is Mr. Spotty... ? Scott, you are an incredible perfectionist! And this is one of your best videos!

[@vehcor]

We have not gotten to the best of the hack’s work. Mr Spotty is learning a valuable economics lesson on what happens when you demand higher wages, your hours get cut! This was the first video I edited entirely on my new computer so maybe that helped. Thanks for the support!

[@miguelnascimento4647]

Alô, Im from Portugal, and I saw you for the first time, and... I like.. Waiting for the next video.

[@badvlad9861]

This episode reminds me of the old cliff-hanger western serials, horseless stagecoach launches off the cliff.....stay tuned next week! I am tuned, got my cowboy hat and cap gun, I'm ready.....!

[@jasonhimpson2334]

By the look of the previous 'repair' someone got there before you :)

[@vehcor]

Seems appropriate, I see the last guys that were repairing this as the masked bandits that were robbing the bank. lol

[@DaddytechEnt]

*I've saved your trailer build video to wire mine up the same way, i love what you did with yours. even bought some of those diodes like you had from the Grand Am i think you said. Wow looks like dude hit that mount with a 128 volt hobby welder with some flux core wire in it. that's some crappy welding. The one i used for the one seat belt set i had rebuilt was Safety restore, they have one in Atlanta sent them out and 2 days later had them back rebuilt and ready to go again* me being in the Nashville area turn around time was quick

[@donw3912]

WOW!!! What a disaster...I do hope the shop that fixed/effed it up worse gets shut down. I am assuming that you guys have car inspections every year or so..if so..I would suggest to them that tapping into the cars computer become part of it..with all the airbags gone etc. As for that hideous weld...or so called weld...I think my 8 yr old nephew could do better. It is VERY VERY reassuring to see that there are indeed people who repair things properly. You are a MAJOR asset in the car rebuilding world. Keep up the great work Scott!

[@michaelhuey4187]

All I have to say is, Great, Scott‼️ Glad to have another “Boring” build👍 😊

[@marcosmota1094]

Kids, *this* is how you become a competent adult. Holy shite just the breakdown of rolling it off the trailer and flat bed. Awesome.

[@danielbrown4133]

Very dodgy repairs from the previous shop. We call them "Butchers" here in Australia. Love your work, great to see someone who does the job properly!

[@ep-ou7sc]

A video of the storage yard and walk through of what cars you used on what projects and plans with them would make a cool video id watch. Been watching you for a long time now. Be cool to see whats in the yard!

[@garycurry4600]

“But wait...there’s more!” I’m almost afraid to see what next week’s video will show 😱😱😱

[@johnds6621]

I would trust buying a rebuilt car from you but WOW what crap people do today to pass as being fixed. Scary to think those cars are on the road next to me on a highway. thanks for the video. Keep them coming.

[@gbattilanaf]

Somebody's been here before Friday... My favorite

[@vehcor]

Seems to be the new direction of my channel. 😂

[@terrybranaghan8251]

Hi. Very professional attitude to repair and satisfaction in selling on a safe vehicle.

[@acoow]

It looks like that "repair" was done in the backyard of someone who thinks that if he has the tools, he must be a mechanic.

[@roberto3420]

It's a please to see a experienced professional work. I can't wait to see the hiddend surpises of this car...

[@bryson1513]

You guys have got all the toys forklift, rollback tow truck, snap on boxes kool shop mr vehcor!!!

[@vehcor]

Forklift? Oh, you mean the mobile frame rack! lol

[@vibrolax]

This rebuild induces truly epic levels of torpor. I couldn't even bring myself to fast forward to get to the end. No, I had to watch each miserable bolt and sorry connector come off one at a time. Scuttling gnomes dart in and out of the frame, narrowly avoiding being struck by random pieces Scott launches toward the piles. And even Mr. Spotty was too bored to show up for this job. Exquisite.

[@Whiteboytripping]

Ain’t no subframe rips that can’t be fixed by a 12 pack of Coors and an arc welder

[@ulerhond]

"This is not a sponsored video... yet... your move, MyAirBags." - LOL! :)

[@vehcor]

Let see if they are better than the other place I used to use. 😂

[@bdlii]

Clever! Came to see if someone caught that.

[@dnie2007]

Waiting to see the next part.

[@rsprockets7846]

Nervous anticipation here toooo

[@vehcor]

👍🏻

[@alanaz4265]

Holy crap! That thing was a rolling death trap. Hard to believe someone could do work that shoddy and let it leave their shop. Must’ve been done by the previous owners cousin who is a TV repairman and has an awesome set of tools!

[@rustyjeep2469]

Hey now, my dad was a TV repairman and he would never ever have done such shoddy work on a car haha

[@scullen96]

The scream when he finished getting on the flatbed. 🤣

[@icerazar713]

Really like the look of your yellow tint safety glasses. I have a similar pair that has a lighter blue tint. Tune in next week when we'll hear our intrepid hero say "somebody's been here before".

[@beozzie690]

Mate, was surprised to see the new melting chalk dust on the cart... seams the afternoon crew has sprinkled this new dust all over the roadside as well... :) lol

[@vehcor]

I actually got the afternoon crew to come with to pick this one up. I guess she ran out of excuses. lol BRB I have to go clean the chalk out of my truck!