5000 Original Miles: ABANDONED 1947 Indian Motorcycle | First Wash & Drive in Decades!

[@WDDetailing]

How much do you think this bike is worth?!

[@michaelpayne1737]

Indian riders would pay for that bike! Like...alot!

[@gregorytyse9317]

$47k-excellent.....$10k-poor.

[@leddygee1896]

$50K to $60K, depending on The auction house and the Bidders on the floor…

[@viktordenislavov4266]

8К

[@jomangeee]

20k-40k, but it's really priceless as a memory of his dad. I wouldn't sell it for the world

[@bradhallsr1]

I'm a 63 year old disabled Navy Vet and sold my Indian many many years ago. I wish I had never sold that bike. I loved it. That bike brings back great memories. Thanks for the video.

[@bubbyushman2164]

thank you for your servic

[@richardgadoury8452]

Brad, I'm like you, 75 years young. Got home in '68 and sold my 1958 Chev convertible (got a lady pregnant). Also had a '48 Indian in line 4 and a '47 Harley. Semper fi my friend..

[@maureenreagan9544]

Just wondering what your DAV status has to do with your Indian comment? Unable to ride?

[@steamer97]

Being a troll for attention. same reason some wear "veteran" wordedclothing, to draw attention to themselves. ​@@maureenreagan9544

[@fastwheels195]

100% disabled Army vet. I had a 2002 Chief I ended up selling after I got in the wheelchair. It was an amazing bike that would move like a crotch rocket but felt like a cruiser. The 47 however was my favorite looking bike. Saw one at a bike show when I was a kid and it was love at first sight. (57 years old now)

[@spider15hl]

anybody else catch Bob Ross in the background on the TV?? Legend 🙂

[@kesterhively8773]

I wondered if anyone else seen that lol

[@Joe-ot4df]

Good eye😊

[@drainmasteruk5995]

Beat the devil out of it 🎨 🖌️

[@brucehaims6545]

Love Bob Ross, the best!😊

[@felipealfredodeblasiramire7091]

Que maravilla de moto! Dios mío! Esta como nueva y que gran trabajo!! Mi respeto y admiración para ustedes , ese tipo de cosas no deben vender nunca, espero que su dueño la disfrute muchos años .

[@ravinayak5656]

When the vintage hit the road, I couldn't hold my smile. The engine roars like a heartbeat.

[@WDDetailing]

It was so cool

[@DrummerElliott]

Absolutely BEAUTIFUL! Especially after you've worked on it but old motorcycles and cars like this always have some sort of beauty to them. I love watching your videos because cleaning stuff makes me feel this inner sense of calmness. Feels good to watch your videos and just disconnect from the world for a moment. Amazing as always, thank you for sharing! ✌️

[@RuthRader]

WOW!!! That bike is Priceless! You did a fantastic job on it and adding on the sidecar! Great Video, Guys! Thanks♥️

[@ep9360]

Old fella...have another drink. The Hope diamond is priceless. That hunk of tin is, just that. If that other old man would have had it properly restored, it might be worth a couple bucks.

[@BM_718]

Wow. This was awesome. This guys has some serious American history in his possession. Awesome video!

[@fastwheels195]

The Indian Chief has always been my favorite. Between the fenders, and the engine you just can't beat the look.

[@ssgmichaelkrulicsr.2529]

I have to say that this bike is my fav! Sweet simple and PURE! Not a ton of chrome just alil to highlight some areas. Great job guys!

[@darrellfxdwg]

The most beautiful bike in my opinion is the Norton Commando 850, black with gold lettering and pinstripes. That Indian Chief is a beauty too.

[@sethtriggs]

Oh that looks SO fun. And the joy on everyone in this video, you love to see it.

[@rafaelcobospesado5640]

Qué preciosidad de moto y que gran trabajo!! Enorabuena!! Seguid así!! 💪🏻

[@EllenTheArtist]

Omg, this was so satisfying to watch!! From beginning to the end!!!

[@solrosenberg4529]

Very cool machine, love it. The color is perfect too👌🏻

[@67Screwy]

Absolutely stunning,the most beautiful bike ever made

[@1unsung971]

OUTSTANDING WORK FELLAS. BRAVO, BRAVO!!!!!! YOU COULD CHARGE FOR YOUR HARD WORK AND EXPERTISE. All the best from New Zealand. Thanks for sharing your passion and diligence.

[@orlandorojas439]

Beautiful bike, thanks for showing it. I'm in my mid 60s and I've always wanted a classic Indian, just like this one. Love that bike, I'm jealous.

[@anggi..7866]

Sepeda Motor.. sangatlah Mantap...!! Tidak sabar dengan sepeda Motor selanjutnya..

[@tmdillon1969]

Looking at the auctions I'd put this at 35k to 45k. The low mileage helps, but the non-original paint hurts. I'd say the best looking bike of all time is a Vincent Black Knight or Black Lightening. Although the Brough are pretty nice too.

[@darrinslack1269]

Brough superior , with the Matchless engine SS100, Ohhh darn the Vincent Black shadow c

[@vincentl.9469]

@@darrinslack1269 this Indian is as good looking as any bike. Apparently as good , if not better than Harley

[@travelinben1966]

Should fetch between $45-50k I recon.🤔

[@IainBrackbill-zr4eh]

I never really had an interest for motorcycles, but now that I see it, I’d say the 47 Indian is definitely my favorite

[@scifisamurai7794]

All original parts? Yikes! That beauty can probably fetch 50K without even blinking. Great job as always WD!

[@WashWhiz46]

You have designed a very beautiful thumbnail🎉

[@fernandsimard4112]

Quelle merveille... bravo a vous tous... Superbe de belle job....

[@desertdaisy2147]

I was the very proud owner of a 1952 Indian Chief and i sure miss her!!!

[@alanmcclusky]

Panhead definitely in my book regards Alan from the UK yeah

[@joeorlando9477]

It's motorcycle 1970 Dr.Astro🤔? Excellent🙌!!!Congratulations a Winners WD Detailing🎉🏆🥇!!!

[@johnmccann1960]

How beautiful is that bike. Amazing.

[@MrBen1471]

Beautiful job and great bike 👍👍👍

[@tonicalia1981]

Looks absolutely beautiful ❤❤❤

[@thiagocampos5228]

First like from Brazil! I love your videos!

[@peterhodges6684]

Beautiful machine, very cool !!!

[@ScrappersDetailing]

Man, I wish I could get my hands on some of these sweet finds that you guys come across, but they are so rare, but that is why you guys are the best.

[@erniekoch8646]

I have 1 . 39 chief 74 ci. 50,000$

[@FreedomRock44]

Well done...Great bike and Great Color Combo!!!

[@pjfielding7647]

Lovely Indian motorbike, 2005 Hyosung Aquila GV250 always my favourite cruiser bike,

[@denislemelin7653]

It’s beautiful !!!

[@dalegereaux1863]

Great job restoring that beautiful bike ! 👍

[@mariamsuliman6035]

One of your best videos ever

[@goleafsgo8496]

Argh im sure the owner knows but the repaint that it probably didnt actually require kills the value. But still a highly desireable almost all original bike. Absolutely beautiful always loved the Indians ..... 15:30 so jealous, and the connection to his father makes this a true family heirloom.

[@shabbirahmed2230]

Good find!!, everything original.

[@OSOFLHP]

Always loved those indian fenders, the flathead looks good too, Vincent motor all-time favorite, I'd have to say, pre plastic machines have something modern bikes can never replace.

[@jennifferelliott1053]

Beautiful job guys!!!

[@chrisgaskill7923]

Killed the value by painting it !!!!!

[@lesliesmith5266]

Beautiful Indian! My fave looking bike is the Harley Duo Glide.

[@fcant4802]

Great job! 👍 Not an actual fan of Indians, but this one sure is a rare find. 💯

[@charleseskrigge8267]

I gotta tell you, that Indian is one of the best looking motorcycles I’ve ever seen

[@scaryfakevirus]

One word ....... WOW!!!

[@ДарбаБодончарэ]

Великолепный отличный экземпляр,в прекрасном состоянии не смотря на года,шедевр,привет из Норд Монголиа.👍👍👍👍👍💯💯💯💯

[@joeeff3062]

3:38 the tire: hah hah, you had me at the first half

[@Susanne-v7w]

Excellent!! WOW!!!!

[@johnbarnes6832]

Vincent Black Shadow would be my favorite.

[@bourgkul]

Love the shifter. Way kool.

[@marcelodibenedetto276]

😮❤ descomunal divinaaa hermosa x favor que lujo ❤❤❤

[@johnnyangel3441]

Awesome job guys

[@aaronaustrie]

Nice color I must say ❤

[@DanieleMeli-r7w]

Wonderful bike! I love it! In 2023 I've bought a Scout, it's great, but your bike, or better your sidecar, it's a pleasure for the eyes!👍👍👍✌✌✌

[@RogueCheddar]

Question: To me that front fender light looks like a Harley light. I thought all Chiefs had the Indian Headdress light? Is that not original? I am a proud owner of a stunning 2019 Indian Springfield, and it evokes so much of the late 49 - 53 Indian Chiefs. Thanks for sharing this rare beauty with us.

[@yayagazab4449]

The 1946 Chief had the plane art deco front fender light. The 1947 models & onwards had the Indian face headdress.

[@RogueCheddar]

@@yayagazab4449Thanks for the clarification. I need to study my old Indian models more.

[@daniellang6112]

Looks wonderful!

[@cjdesign5700]

Stunning work on an amazing Bike

[@richardfernandez5396]

Indian has always been my favorite. That bike would look better in original Indian red.

[@cesarsenior8596]

Congratulations friends, I say again and again and again, that "she" is the most beautiful custom motorcycle in the planet, INDIAN..., in my opinion. Hugs.

[@jeffwade8843]

Unbelievable! Very rare and beautiful bike. Great job on the cleaning. My favorite bike is my 75 Harley -Davidson Super glide. Customized it myself 39 yrs ago she's a beaut!

[@airjordanfan11]

I love Harleys, Choppers, Titans and a few other bikes. I grew up on those bikes because there was a pro wrestler named Undertaker, his character drastically changed in the year 2000 and his character at that particular time was called the "American Badass" where he would come out for his entrance riding all of these motorcycles and I thought that was incredible! So I love Harleys, Choppers and Titans!

[@vincentsantamaria484]

Love that Indian with the sidecar. Not sure what it is worth without knowing more about how original it is. I would love to ride it as I have owned seven sidecars over the years. I have owned many many motorcycles over the last 70 plus years. Also I have just discovered your shop and love the videos. Why do people abandon these vehicles ????

[@andresortiz4351]

Beautiful bike and work. I would rechrome the bike but that’s about it. That bikes deserves to be on the road and on shows. Congrats

[@JorgeMoreno-bm2oz]

What is Bob Ross painting? Super cool bike, I love Indian. Great show!

[@ronnerbyers8070]

Just love love 😍 this big bad bike!!!

[@brucesanborn7484]

Great job guys, Maranatha, Greetings from Tampa Florida 😎

[@alaanaa.s]

great way to start the dat 👏🏼👏🏼

[@paulmarion7578]

Wow that’s awesome !

[@lamardavis4518]

My Dad had a 47 Chief like this one and he loved it.

[@thomasmoye664]

I love how Bob Ross is on the TV in the background. My childhood right there ❤

[@ronnerbyers8070]

I really love this motorcycle!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@motocafe7636]

Great motorcycle, great video...

[@agoldmanbkk]

As awesome as the bike is, that Lebowski Bowling Team t-shirt is truly priceless 😂!

[@aymanyounes8381]

Beautiful motorcycle I love it

[@MusicManBigTimeStar]

That one right there is getting me rock solid!!!!

[@stephencunliffe3062]

Beautifull machine.❤

[@ronmolihan5503]

Dam,,,good looking bike.

[@HoraceFelder]

Priceless 😊

[@hardworkingrick2318]

Love the white tire but also like how it looks with the back tire aswell

[@roberthocking9138]

That was a beautiful little steam boiler and engine in the background there. Good job on the bike 👍

[@moonstruck7833]

Bob Ross rules 👍

[@danielleeclingansr6032]

I have a 2015 heritage and it looks pretty cool if I may say so myself!

[@shaunclifton5281]

A video so Cool that Bob Ross is painting 🎨 🖼 in the background 👍🇺🇲

[@brianfalls5038]

To me, the sexiest motorcycle out there is the Indian Chief like the one you are detailing. I've always loved those big, flowing fenders! Ever since I first saw one in a museum back in high school then I've always wanted one to call my own. Even then they were very expensive to purchase. I never got into a position where I could bag one of those beauties for $300.00. If ever one came up though then I'd jump on it in a shot! To me the perfect Indian Chief would be around that year there but with a springer front end.

[@PerAnkh418]

Definite fav is .. The Dennis Hopper Chopper.

[@robertsilva5041]

The best is what you have already. ❤

[@clutchpack1969]

Britten V1000 is mt favorite motorcycle of all time.

[@joyrobinson4585]

Sweet old bike with a new lease on life. Great job!

[@PosserCycle]

The owners so cool! He knows better the bike

[@dap149b]

And Bob Ross painting in the background. Couldn't get better😜😜😜

[@cedricgreen8460]

Vincent black shadow👍👍👍

[@davidjackson7051]

That paint job held up well for years amazing must have been some good 👍 paint

[@rallen5470]

Love the side shift. I rode motors for Baltimore Police we had Harleys with side shifts. A lot of fun to ride

[@stang178]

That's worth some big bucks beautiful bike nice piece of history.

[@josephbishop2602]

Looks BEAUTIFUL

[@lesdodson9134]

That's badass right there!

[@jimcarlisle2309]

Love it!

[@dlucas527]

There is a guy at Marathon Motors building in Nashville, TN who has about 4 of those bikes. The vintage Indian is my favorite bike and Russia, Japan and Germany had their versions of these style bikes in the 40s. I travel the world and have seen some really cool ones. I still believe I will find one for myself somewhere in the world.

[@Rainbow-nn3rl]

wow. perfect bike.. my fav's are that Indian and my 47 knuckle head Harley, believe it or not.. Both are Amazing bikes!