I got a free car from a bad diagnosis

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Today we will get one of my previous rebuilds back to flip again. It has some issues the owner didn't want to fix since the car became an extra car. The price was right so I figured I would pick it up and see if I could make some money. Before I could sell it, a gnome wrecked it so that put a little damper on the flip. Let's see if I can make some money or end up losing some money..... or both.
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#boringbuildfriday #Pontiac #Grand Am

[@billbowers268]

One of the things I love about you is your honesty and your sarcasm.

[@derekd5681]

That is two things but I agree with both!

[@billbowers268]

@@derekd5681 guess I'm bad at math .Sorry !

[@mikaeljonsson4686]

Def. the sarcasm! 😁👍

[@jonka1]

@@billbowers268 "guess I'm bad at math .Sorry" ! I thought Derek missed your humour.

[@richardthomas1743]

👍 That is awesome Scott and I am sure that the owner was very surprised when you gave him $1,000.00. I am sure that he is a customer for life and he will give you the best advertising that anybody could get. A happy customer and his praise of you is worth that $1,000.00, plus you get to sleep good at night. You are a stand up guy, much respect to you Scott. 👍💯

[@andrewscott8563]

i agree with that not only making a customer for life he did something most would not of done

[@MrStan1221]

great job Scott, you INVESTED $1000 and overtime could make $10,000 or more of new business.

[@muskokamike127]

That's the true mark of an honorable man. I worked closed with a guy on the construction team. He was born again. Always preaching goodness and purity. So a guy on another team had HORRIBLE luck with vehicles. He'd bought an older Chev pickup for $3500 and was in a small town about 2 hrs away, died on the side of a road. Had it towed to a local garage, they said new fuel pump, including dropping the tank, $1800. F it...... Got to work on the monday, told us about his harrowing weekend and he couldn't put $1800 into is. The holy roller offered him $1000.00 for it. He took it. FF to the next weekend, the holy roller goes to the town with a secondary fuel pump to get it home. Checks the fuses? It's the fuel pump relay. $6.00 fix. Drove it home. Told the owner what it was, and giggled as the owner basically weeped. We were off to a site on our own and I said to him: you know you preach goodness and charity and all that. If you truly were a "holy" person, you would have given him the title and $500 back and kept $500 for your time. Knowing the trouble he's had with vehicles. It's not like he's a total stranger, we worked with him 3 weeks out of every month. He said "yeah right, would YOU have done that"? Me: HELL yeah...in a heart beat. I wouldn't even hesitate. In fact, I did the same thing. A neighbour gave me a lawnmower that wouldn't run. I checked it out, replaced the membrane in the carb (common problem) for $4.00. I walked over and gave him $50" Did he? nope. Lost all kinds of respect for him after that. From then on whenever he started on his holy crap I'd remind him of what a hypocrite he was.

[@startingtech3900]

scott straight stand up OG thats noble as hell. love the car community

[@richardthomas1743]

@@muskokamike127 Nice comment and I agree with you. I am a firm believer in Karma both good and bad, reap what you sow... I am glad that you stood up to him Mike and called him out on him being a hypocrite.

[@digitalrailroader]

Scott’s Grand Am Emporium has triumphantly returned!

[@vehcor]

Might be making a comeback with used car prices these days! 😂

[@james5274]

This channel is just as unique as Scott's humor. Definitely one of my favorites.

[@WatchWesWork]

Just put a "diesel" badge on the fender. Doubles the value...

[@cmh2111]

I'm trying figure out who has the best sarcasm. You (Wes) Vehcor or M539 Restorations. So far a close race.

[@nathanwoods758]

At a minimum it doubles the asking price...

[@David-vd9up]

@@cmh2111 It's a bit of a toss up. Wes has some good one liners too.

[@cmh2111]

@@David-vd9up M539 Restorations is good as well. But ya, there all enjoyable.

[@vehcor]

Unless it is a 6.0 or 6.4 power stroke badge, then I would have to pay the scrap guy to take it! 😂

[@josephesposito70]

You are a dying breed. Especially giving the original owner back $1000. Great video and fix and another one back on the road and not the pile.

[@tedjohnson64]

Good man! Very noble that you gave the original owner half the profit.

[@99andrianmonk]

Nice job, Scott. The whole thing. From repairing a very usable vehicle that I'm sure the new owner will happily use (affordable, reliable transportation is today's world is an anomaly) to sharing the proceeds with the prior owner. And, it goes without saying, taking us along. Your channel is one of the best on KZbin.

[@billbowers268]

Scott is an awesome guy.

[@jayswrld5715]

You still have it?

[@jackleyman3773]

Wow! That was really nice of you to give the previous owner a thousand dollars. Or any amount for that matter You're a true upstanding guy and an amazing mechanic

[@danieltravis2850]

I was hoping you'd give some back to the original owner...it was the right thing to do. Good stuff

[@gordonmacqueen8694]

That's exactly what I was thinking. Good on ya, Scott. That move will retain a customer and also, most likely, the right of first refusal on his next heap. :) I live in Lansing where a lot of the Grand Ams (and Aleros) were made, and we used to see them EVERYWHERE. I didn't like them when they were new, but the style has grown on me over the years. They weren't particularly well made but their foibles were pretty easy to understand.

[@belzurkurTube]

Smart, dedicated, and honest. I love this channel.

[@felixlab9951]

you did exactly what god would want you to do.your a good man.............peace

[@robertsmith9397]

Gave back $1000. That's integrity. 👍 You didn't have to but you did. That says a lot about your character.

[@lloydbarten12]

LOL I love your humor. There are a lot of haters and professionals that know absolutly everything there is to know about cars fro their moms basement. I commend you on giving the owner the $1000, there aren't many people that would do that these days.

[@buckpowers4837]

It"s good to see an honest car dealer , they are few and far between. Hats off the an reputable dealer.

[@XboxBadBoy18]

As an owner of a 99 Grand Am GT, your videos have fixed so many of the problems I've had. Can't wait for the next one.

[@larrybe2900]

Problem or video? ;)

[@IPlayToBag]

Scott I love your content, the experience you have makes everything look easy. Thank you for the knowledge and laughs!

[@AnalogueKid2112]

You sarcasm, but I’ll have you know that Grand Am content is what brought me to your channel in the first place

[@DanniV8]

I've started saying "Somebody's been here before...." a lot at work because of these videos, and I'm not even in an English speaking country haha

[@dwk5234]

Scott, what makes you different than anyone else is how you use logic, experience, knowledge and brain power to come up with solutions. Way too many “fixers” are simply parts replacers, they never care to engage their brains. In addition to your amazing skills, it’s what makes your videos, and commentary, so much fun to watch. Thank you! -Don

[@astonman4]

You, Sir....are a gentleman and an automotive scholar. I thoroughly enjoy your content, which has the ideal plethora of wit and sarcasm, as if you were British (no offence!). Best wishes from our side of the Pond....

[@erneststevenson3872]

In many ways the work you do is as complicated and delicate as any Heart Surgeon does.

[@kgb4187]

It's awesome that you gave the owner some money, reflects well on your character.

[@FMChimera]

Never had a bad head gasket on one of these. Every single one I picked up for a "bad head gasket" has been an intake leak. All the same symptoms as this pin hole, or an actual head gasket.

[@ryans413]

Everyone I talk to says the 3400 is a terrible motor and every Pontiac I’ve had with that motor I’m a 5th generation fan boy of these cars lol Ive had no issues with head gaskets so I don’t know what people do too these cars but the ones I’ve gotten I’ve had no problems there at least

[@therealmcoy]

A car with a rebuilt title that you’ve repaired is worth a lot more than some of these “fix whatever just to get it sold” guys. You take the time to put it back better than new.

[@ryans413]

I have a 2004 grand am I got in 2018 been fixing it slowly as I use it I’m happy to say I’m close the cars better then I got it. I only have the ac left to fix a e brake and a new front bumper and new driver side quarter panel the bumper and quarter panel will be last cause they have to be painted and installed. But cars going to get some window tint done soon oh god that will help in the summer.

[@8151noname]

Job well done, 1000 dollars back to the people that gave you the car, Can't go wrong with that transaction.

[@chiluco2000]

That wrestling with the headliner was worth seeing it as an olympic event, wow gold medal!

[@ryans413]

I kept saying he’s going to scratch it he’s going to scratch it I was impressed

[@BrucePierson]

A few hours work to fix the real faults and the imaginary faults disappeared. It sure helps when you have the experience to know what the likely faults are and to be able to diagnose them to confirm your suspicions. It turned out to be a win-win situation with the profit you made and no doubt the previous owner would have been very happy with the $1k you gave him. All the best from Queensland Australia.

[@garfield89dude32]

Ahh good old GM! They make a car run bad longer than most cars run at all lol!! I do miss those Grand Ams!

[@vehcor]

They are making a comeback with the gas prices! 😂

[@michaelstansbury2326]

I admire your attention to details, like you said most people would have skip certain things to make there life easier but you go that extra step to do it right!

[@redneckbryon]

If you think about it, you helped somebody out who needed a good cheap reliable car.

[@ryans413]

4 years now I’ve been driving this car I believe it’s a SE2 trim model it’s not a GT but it’s fully loaded for the SE trim level V6 motor not ram air AC power locks mirrors and windows cruise control and traction control ABS lol a CD player not the monsoon radio but the highest package radio no sunroof disc brakes in front drums in the back it’s got a spoiler got alloy wheels but I like it I like that it’s got physical buttons for everything I hate the touchscreen crap if I need something to be on or off it’s just a flick of a button. Only thing i wish these cars had was heated mirrors it sucks when ice builds up on the mirrors

[@scottrasmussen8258]

Long time ago (1990's through the mid 2000's) when I was supporting my daughters as they began to drive, I went through a few Grand Am, Cavaliers and Sunfires. They were for the most part great little cars. Use them, repair them, clean them up and sale them when they where done with them. With the current situations in our world, I sure would like to find one for my daily driver.

[@jacobfleming565]

I remember them being extremely extremely cheap on the inside and having terrible seats. They were pretty quick thiugh. Definitely had an oversized motor

[@ryans413]

I’ve been daily driving one for 4 years now fixing small things as I use it and when I get the money. It’s been very reliable no major issues just the little things mostly cosmetic I’ve been fixing. These cars get a lot of hate for some reason I just don’t see it mines been reliable starts everytime the only code I have is for a thermostat that is going to get replaced that really is not a big deal.

[@ryans413]

@@jacobfleming565 yea build quality is cheap but for a push rod engine that only makes 175 hp they have amazing low end torque in first gear so you just fly from a dead stop not the fastest car ever but for a normal commuter car not bad

[@brandonnapper3907]

I fell in love with this generation of Grand Am after it made its debut in Lethal Weapon 4. The scene where Riggs and Murtaugh chased an old W126 Mercedes on the freeway.

[@ryans413]

It’s the 5th generation and last from 1999 to 2005 it had a 6 year run

[@chris_A8502]

It looks a really good, straight and solid car for that age Scott. You've turned it round really well. Respect for seeing the former owner alright with that money. That's a lesson to others on how to build a business and reputation. No haters tears here 👍😊

[@peterparsons7141]

That’s what you call a “good” deal. Good for everyone involved in the deal, fair for everyone. Lots of good local garages, operate similarly. Most have been in business for years and will remain in business for as long as they want . Thank you for showing people how it’s supposed to work.

[@rawdyrider]

Kudos to you for givin the original owner the grand....

[@pedroariza7892]

That was very classy of you, to give the old owner the $1,000.

[@MotownVideo]

KZbin should allow more than one thumbs up. This definitely earned more than one!

[@smarthome2660]

Nice that you tossed the dude a grand. I bought a 1979 Mercury Zephyr from a dude for $50 because his mechanic told him the 2.3L engine was froze up. I unbolted the starter and had to use a hammer to get it to come out. I installed shims on the starter and it fired right up. I tried to give the dude more for the car but he didn't want it and didn't want to talk about that car he had just paid 2 grand for and another $30 for the mechanic to ruin his day.

[@UToobSteak]

I like those older Grand Ams, Grand Prix, and Bonnevilles. They looked good and were pretty fun to drive

[@alacran1986]

Good work Scott. Title should be scam diagnostics. When shops condemn the head gasket without meaningful data it puts the owner in a tough spot. I speak from experience, low coolant light became a head gasket repair and the engine never overheated. You made this owner’s day by making it right and paying back $1000. That is fair.

[@trillrifaxegrindor4411]

honesty+sarcasm=win........you are legend,never change

[@kikurass322]

Good for you Scott, you're a legend mate.

[@bryonfaust5243]

I'm driving an '04 Grand Am GT. 257k miles. Hoping it gets me to retirement in 4 to 5 years. It has prevailed in at least 4 deer encounters (I bought it used). I appreciate that you're still willing to make videos on these old tanks. I love your channel and sense of humor. A fan for life here

[@chamber123ful]

Love your generosity🚗

[@JM-sx9yk]

Respect the fact you gave the original owner part of the windfall even though you had no obligation to do so; shows character and honesty.

[@Stahodad]

Nice black paint as well! Cool! 😎

[@vehcor]

After the detailing gnomes gets done it will be!

[@curtismuma1931]

Great work!

[@dpyles9396]

I enjoy watching you work and you r repair ethic is quite admirable. Giving the previous owner $1000 was touching. Keep up the good work!

[@av8tore71]

Good ole IL roads during winters kill under vehicles. I just grabbed a front smashed 2019 Chevy Traverse Premier from COPART in Dothan, AL that used to be from Beverly Hills, CA back here in Rockford, IL and this thing is clean but not for long. Give it 3 years on IL roads

[@MarkK01]

Great Job Scott. The Grand Am turned out great. You owe no one a explanation on what you buy and sell your flips cars for even though I love the sarcasm comments you come up with. The complainers and assholes are just jealous that you make a comfortable living rebuilding these cars.

[@rcodepaul]

Class act spiffing the previous owner/customer a grand. Good on ya.

[@izzie1691]

You Scott make everything look so easy

[@JCMoncur]

Way to go Scott. Love the videos.

[@ThaMythbuster]

Another great video and great work!

[@rockford2523]

Great job! You are a great mechanic!

[@raresvintea1]

Man again you're awesome. You made my evening again! Thanks!

[@localinthe330]

Great video!

[@brobrown6553]

great job

[@coreysworld433]

Great video

[@levizurch9480]

Amazing as always ☺️

[@michaelwebb4833]

And again another great repair 👨‍🔧 thanks Scott

[@davidhubbard255]

Like your work

[@kwhite145]

Good job man !

[@burtbacarach5034]

Scott I respected you all along,due to the way you do your repairs.Giving the previous owner back some cash just makes me respect that much more.Wish you were a bit closer,I would by a vehicle from you in a heartbeat.

[@kimkramer5773]

Fun as usual. Thank you

[@rbailey225]

It's too bad there aren't more people like you in the car business Scott.

[@barryrose8360]

I always look foreword to Friday afternoon! Another great one.

[@jerryburdick8051]

I absolutely love your videos. Thank you.

[@richardcanton6079]

You are fun to watch, thank you for sharing!

[@doncoiner8128]

Good job

[@stevenkahn8816]

Great job looks good

[@WQQDS]

Very nice I enjoy your videos

[@markbowen3638]

Nice car,well worth investing 4 hours on the fix. Love how you fix all the problems before you put them up for sale. Shame other shops don't put the same level of care into their cars. Do wonder just how big 'Scott's Imporium ' of spare parts is? Great content as always, best wishes from the UK 🇬🇧

[@young11984]

Yea really, most places will sell it with the problems with hopes you will come back so they can make money doing those repairs

[@ryans413]

These cars are pretty reliable they get hate for being cheap with build quality but that’s mostly people complaining that don’t know how to look after a vehicle.

[@timprice4794]

Brilliantly done, all of it.

[@larrysauriol759]

Wish you were my neighbor; I knew that your heart’s in the right place after gifting the previous owner the $1,000 after you sold it. You’re right, $250/ hr is a great rate, but your talent level is second to none when you’re repairing and troubleshooting these vehicles. I’d love to have you around to get advice from when my vehicles need a fix! And I love your sense of humor throughout each video, they go by so quickly! Especially the unloading the trailer screams, I’d miss them if they weren’t there.

[@MAGWolf]

I got rid of the stupid fitting on my car and just put the hose on the aluminum nipple and a hose clamp. The plastic nipple so redundant and not even needed. I made a video years ago on how to check the trans fluid on these cars.

[@casualobserver620]

Scott, you can use the drain hole on the transmission to also fill the transmission. Remove the drain plug, no fluid? Pump a quart into the hole and check level. Repeat until you can get fluid to stream out.

[@vehcor]

Yeah, PITA.

[@N1RKW]

Scott, you are a class act. Kudos!

[@kirbygreen1264]

Job well done.

[@UncleShay]

I love this dude! 😂😂😂 Awesome videos my guy! 🍻

[@barrybarry4863]

Love your videos !! I learn so much watching you work. Thanks

[@The07gt]

Good man! Great job! Bravo Sir!👍

[@peewee102100]

I think it's cool that you let the owner take it back after you repaired it. That showed good character to me.

[@ronaldfmiaable]

Good clean work outstanding.

[@TimothyHigdonHiggs]

Great job Scott

[@MrBigGStyle]

My first car was a 1999 Grand Am SE V6. I still love these vehicles! They look better than most of the new vehicles.

[@chainreaction6594]

You're an inspiration Scott.

[@arcnline360]

Brother Scott don’t waste your time with them haters, the rest of us admire your work skills and dedication. Keep up the good work!

[@scofab]

Well done Brother.

[@marksaunders2500]

Hi from uk scott👋👍 always good to watch you episodes but you nailed this with that lovely gesture at the end the climate we live in these days you would of made a massive difference to someone's life💙 small gestures have the biggest impact top man 👌 I wish I could give you 1000 subscribers for every dollor you donated bk nice one👍 thanks for your time be safe and see you soon👍👋

[@LuvADuc]

Thanks for the video Scott!

[@smplyizzy]

Good content thank you. LGB!!

[@scottmarley9972]

Loved these cars. Drove the shit out of my mothers 96 Gt back in high school days. Seen one years ago with the tags rearranged to Grand ma. It is was true to the driver.

[@mikeshortridge8178]

Good job Scott

[@robertclubs9908]

Love the show.

[@htownblue11]

Ending was great…..superb.

[@MIKEH.777]

I think you did a great job 👍and I would have bought that car for 2500.00 because I know you fix everything that's wrong with your cars before you sell them. Plus that was cool of you to give the previous owner 1000.00 to help them out and I know they appreciated that and will always be a true customer to you sir. You're a great guy Scott .

[@norherman]

Glad you fixed it. cute unit.

[@dalemihocik4732]

Love the reasoning behind the car pricing. Wish I had the same replies when I sold my 89 Corvette. Interested people wanted a 18,000 mile super clean car for $5000. Biggest reason was a low mile car would have multiple problems due to the low miles.