Will This Old Chevy Truck Pull My Classic Buick 650 Miles Home? (P3)

Part 3 of 3: When I finally throw the towel in on the 1956 Buick Special, I'm still 650 miles from home. So I did the right thing and bought a 1987 chevy k1500 (4x4) sight unseen to pull it the rest of the way home. Will this new to me old clapped out truck make it, or will I end up with two vehicles broken down? Watch and find out!
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[@RoanokeGaming]

Im always curious, who actually dislikes these videos? Like its just a man driving cross country lol what is there to dislike? People are strange

[@FonicsSuck]

I think I figured it out. Some people actually use the button for what I think might be its intended purpose, which would be to adjust their recommendations. Perhaps they watched the video and said "Its not bad but its not what I'm looking for" and hit the dislike button. That is about the only rationale I can think of beside people just being entirely too miserable.

[@RoanokeGaming]

@@moparmarkstpac I can get behind that

[@RoanokeGaming]

@@FonicsSuck I never considered that actually, I think you may be right

[@Just_your_average_pumpkin6045]

yeah

[@Dave-ty2qp]

I have inadvertently hit the wrong thumb before. Wouldn't have noticed it had I not been writing a comment and glanced at the symbol again.

[@jbeemsterboer02]

Derek: tell me if you wanna see this... Everybody: yes

[@charlesscantling7791]

Not yes but HELL yeah

[@stevemoag5751]

Man I've just finished a 15hour shift on a construction site in England. I'm away from my woman and children and sleeping in my camper. It's snowed for almost 24 hours straight. I'm worn out and tired and the end of this video just made me cry like a baby. Family is genuinely everything!! especially to a working man. I love you Derek. Your videos are a real treat for me after a long day when I'm not going home to the family. Thank you brother.

[@HerecomestheCalavera]

Some people have no family, no friends, nobody. It's a miserable existence.

[@gilbelisle9035]

dude.... the "it's back home dad" at the end... that musta been hard to even add to that cus it wasn't even easy to read without a tear comin to my eye

[@Wes.berryman313]

That part got me too

[@AutoAuctionRebuilds]

Man I already respected you before this video, that ending just nailed it man. I know you shed a tear editing this ending for us. Thank you for a truly epic series, and letting us in on a personal part of your life. Excellent video series!!

[@arthurspontiacfieroblog]

Heck, *I* shed tear at the end, with the photo montage. Thanks for sharing this with us, Derek

[@AndyL940]

Couldn’t have said it better 👍

[@trunkmonkey9417]

Derek, please share all you can on the Buick. She's Special. Yep...

[@jordancapps9521]

This was really a series straight from the heart.

[@joefredette6721]

Didotto

[@jacobstayton1660]

You got me with a little tear when you said “it’s back home dad” god bless you man!

[@KrashGT]

Me too brother.

[@DrDeath70]

Dusty in here

[@charlessanborn551]

I love the open road footage makes me wants to travel..

[@andrewforbes146]

me also had a tear ... your one hell of a man sir

[@jameshopkins145]

Danged allergies got a guys eyes waterin’.

[@brucebeaver6929]

I love this channel and almost all the videos. I believe Derek is the type of guy that if someone was broken down on the road he would do everything in his power to help get things going and for that...I love this guy ! Good people deserve whatever good comes their way. Onward to greatness VGG

[@alliepetty1005]

Not only that, but Derek's the kind of guy who, if he broke down in front of your house, you'd let him in, give him lunch, and then help him get his car fixed...Maybe even put him up for the night...

[@thegringobaker]

I tip my hat to you, Derek. Not everyone gets to bring something that means so much to their family home as a tribute to their dad, but you did and shared the whole thing with us. That photo montage at the end was really special, and I join many others in saying thanks for sharing with us

[@stephenbrowne7215]

"It's back home, Dad". Gotta stop chopping onions while I watch this. Dang it.

[@joshk.6246]

I don't know, I think musta been some onions around me as well or some weird eye lid precipitation hit a guy.

[@michaelwright7223]

Same

[@Lunchbox21984]

No doubt man, made a guy do the same thing on the ole eye lid precipitation as well. Hit a guy hard.

[@LoveThyPitBull]

"Cars back home dad" message was a real tear jerker. Happy for you

[@vincedibona4687]

Someone’s cutting onions in here, I swear… 😭

[@memo1269]

This 56 Buick saga is still my favorite series from a guy. I think I've watched it 3 or 4 times now.

[@terranceolive6792]

Derek has to be the most down to earth Guy ever so happy and glad he has his Dad's car back I have My grandfather's old Chevy truck and wouldn't take anything for it problems or not it means the world to me

[@xXMrfreezeXx]

I think a guy got something in his eyes at the end there.

[@jonasljungberg5483]

Yepp, something happend . .

[@kevingustafson4190]

Me too, that’s good stuff there

[@elijahsjogren6267]

That's what it's all about right there

[@MichaelHutton1]

I got something in my eye as well. Mine growing up is a very similar story as my Dad had a 57 Buick Super. Definitely want to see more of this Buick!

[@sccarguy8242]

Ohh yes... water coming out of places on my face im not used to for sure.

[@sirdrinksalot77]

You got me at "It's back home Dad."

[@FrickinLaserBeams]

Yep. There was definitely something in a guy's eye at that point.

[@TIMMEH19991]

lump in the throat moment ;)

[@nathanblanchard2357]

Ditto. Got me all sentimental there

[@derylpeters9676]

Wow right in the feels

[@itsjustmoney9039]

Who’s cuttin onions!?

[@inainterstate6884]

Well the photos at the end made me cry. Now get some pics of you and your son sanding on the rust spots so he will have something to show his kids. So glad she's back home with her real family!

[@davidlouiso9650]

I know I am late to the party by 2 years. Your ending dedication to your dad brought tears to my eyes.

[@JameyDenison]

29:21 "It's back home, Dad". Must have gotten some exhaust in my eyes.

[@chrisbaker121924]

Ditto. Cars are members of the family too to car folk.

[@Barton_Motors_Ltd]

Amen.

[@bonniebrier7174]

Me too wow that hit the old heart strings or not lol yep Loved the ride, I'm disabled so it was a treat for me to see our land outside thank you very much

[@texastedskol]

I got misty eyed too..

[@Mowk86]

Yeah something around here is burnin' old gas too.

[@pryordvm]

Dang, dude. A guy can get some serious Dad-related emotions watching this. I'm leakin' eye coolant now. Gonna do the right thing and call the old man while I still can.

[@bulldog6390]

Do it, Dave. Like Derek, I gotta call long distance now. 2008 for me. Wish I had his '55 Apache back

[@ianformer]

Call and talk every chance you can... lost my dad in 1990 when I was 20... still trying to find that 79 sq body we went hunting and fishing in....

[@PoppiB]

Call dad daily. Mom too if ya can. I’m 64. I can call but it just doesn’t get answered these days. You never know when that phone just won’t get answered.

[@dukeman7595]

@@PoppiB So true Dick, mine don't answer anymore either. Merry Christmas.

[@roberthetrick633]

So glad you did that in memory of your dad.My father died at 66 and my son only had five years to enjoy him.

[@leekidwell8795]

Enjoy all of your videos but this one really hit home for me. My dad passed in 2004 also. I have his first car, a 1938 Plymouth. I am finally in a place to start restoring it. It's hard to do with a family but I do what I can when I can. Feels like he's there with me when I work on the ol' girl, probably laughing at me as I fumble around. So happy that you found your dad's car and you brought her back home where she belongs. This was truly touching, thank you for sharing your experience with us.

[@garrylearmonth9313]

I had feelings like that from my late father when I worked on cars too........... I hope the resto is going well, do what you can, when you can. You know who will be looking over your shoulder watching you work lol...... cheers.

[@Mun56203]

That ending really brings a tear to a guys eye, a car can really mean a lot to you when its been around for so long and has so many memories

[@mrchevy7892]

I lost my dad in the same year as you did yours, he was 53..

[@southbend3406]

Keep up informed on the 55!

[@touchtoomuch1000]

Not gonna lie, you got my peepers sweating at the end. Your father would be very proud knowing he raised such a class act.

[@robertmitchell5018]

That is the truth about a son who loved and loves his dad.

[@dukeman7595]

@@robertmitchell5018 Yes it is, well said.

[@dustydon6419]

Derek you have have about the best automotive content on KZbin IMO. Your sense of humor, wit, knowledge and skills are second to none. Nothing like family heirlooms and so happy for you that you were able to get this back. Sorry to see that your Pop’s passed way too early. I’m sure he would be mighty proud. The way you include your boys in most everything you do is what being a car lover is all about. Many blessings to you and your’s!

[@sgsellsit]

Wow! I am a 50 year old man sitting here with a tear in my eye. Your videos inspire in so many ways. Glad you got her back home. That is a memory that you and your family can cherish for generations to come.

[@chriskingston4270]

"It's back home, Dad!" Sumbitch! that one blindsided me! I lost my Dad in February this year and that kinda got a reaction out of a guy. Glad you're able to pay tribute to your Dad in such a meaningful way!

[@JohnnieBWilliams]

Thought this was Buford T for a second lol sorry for your loss man hope you have a great holiday

[@artiemelville2265]

I am "So-Happy", for you that you got you"r, "Dad"s", "OLD", 1956, "BUICK", "SPECIAL" back!!! Keep "HER-FOREVER"!!! I am 71 & I stiil "HOPE" to find a car "Just-Like" my "Dad" had! A "Black" & "White", 1955 "BUICK", "SUPER", 4dr, "Post-Sedan"! "SHE" is "NOT" a "Desirable", 2dr, "Hardtop", like your"s, "BUT", "THAT" is the Car I "Desire-Most"!!! "Perhaps", in you"r, "Travels, you may come accross one, that needs some "RESTO", "BUT" is "NOT" a "RUST-BUCKET"??? If so, my Email is: [e-mail] by the way, I am a "Retired-Teacher" of "AMERICAN HISTORY" & you "Sure-Are" a "Darn-Good", "STORY-TELLER"!!! This is the "SECOND", of you"r, "WONDERFUL-STORIES" that I "Sat-Through", from "BEGINNING" to "END"!!! The "Other" was about the "BUICK", "LESABRE", that you & you"r, "Son" "Pulled-Out", of the "Field", "TOGETHER"!!! "Another", "HEART-WARMING", "VIDEO", of a "FATER" & "SON" doing "Something-Memorable", "TOGETHER"!!! By the way, is that "BEAUTIFUL-GIRL" I see-sitting in the "Back-Seat", of the Car, every "Now" & "Then" you"r, "WIFE"??? If "SHE" is, then I know that I don"t have to tell you, "WHAT" a "LUCKY-GUY", you are!!! "TAKE-CARE" & "STAY-SAFE"!!! "Most Sincerely", "Artie Melville"

[@jammymark]

As I'm watching the end. Wife "whats wrong with your eyes?" "Nothing love, this Derek fellas just real funny, honest"

[@davidnelson5116]

Go back to Yellow look at your memory's and smiles with your family priceless Def back to yellow

[@ralphgeigner5497]

Doors on truck look like they came off a M1008 Military Chev Truck Another fun filed adventure

[@jamesrushing7591]

“It’s back home dad” made a guys eyes sweat horse power

[@OldManBadly]

Some things are more important than we think... we when it happens to the other guy.

[@Crazick]

I live in Joplin. You drove by my house. That’s the most famous I’ll ever be.

[@Rbryant_1991]

Me too. I was kinda hoping I would have seen him driving around

[@nealosburn]

He should let us know when he's on a trip like this. I bet more than a few of us would be willing to help if he needed something.

[@modacare4546]

You lucky dog. I'm in Springfield. damn

[@fjrdriver8924]

I kept stoping the video to try and catch a sign to see where he was the only one I caught was Joplin Kansas city sign .

[@touchtoomuch1000]

Much better source of fame than the devistation of those tornadoes you have in your part of the country. We're expecting 2 feet of snow by afternoon tomorrow in my part. Just an inconvenience compared to a twister.

[@LarsUlrich33]

I'd like to start by saying, I really enjoy watching your videos, sir. Entertaining and informative. Plus, you honestly seem like you are enjoying what you do. And you seem like just an all around good person. Now, that said, I am jealous of you and envy you. Why jealous? Well, I lost my father in 1992 when I was 10, the memories you spoke of so fondly, I don't have, I have a few, but not that many. So, I envy you for having all the years and memories with your father. I've been an mechanic for going on 30 years now, really enjoy seeing all the vehicles you put back on the road. Especially, 70's Ford pick-ups. I am a bit bias on them as I have the 74 F-100 my father used to drive. Anyway, I feel like I have made a fool of myself and am rambling now. Y'all take care.

[@upfactoryracing4148]

Oh yeah the Max Headroom edit "laugh" was great!

[@allensnook7760]

Yeah epic thought lsd was coming back to haunt me,from my stupid yrs!!

[@motorheadmatt79]

Made himself sound like Jack Nicholson's version of the Joker

[@Brett235]

A guy's eyes started leaking at the end there buddy. Glad you made it safe and got your dad's car back where it belongs.

[@danschneider7369]

That was a beautiful ending Derek. It’s tough missing our dads.

[@TalkswithPop]

You can take that to the bank and cash it twice. I remember as a teenager asking my.Pop if he missed his dad. " Only every day" was his answer. 25 years in I know exactly how he felt.

[@tonywitmer1244]

REALLY ENJOYED THE FAMILY PHOTOS your Dad was an awesome man he raised some good boys

[@RattleTrapGarage]

The laughing part was funny

[@pleasantwalks5833]

Darn right I want to see more of the Buick. She's a beauty!

[@AquaPeet]

You said it right. Those round shapes and curves together with the finned tail lights really does something to the eye! Pity they don't make 'em like this anymore!

[@jimren5638]

I love this so much. The tribute to your Dad was fantastic. Please keep doing more on this amazing car!!

[@ViceGripGarage]

Thanks Jim

[@jimren5638]

@@ViceGripGarage Have you figured out if it was the torque tube or torque ball?

[@bryanlasso2490]

Man, oh man, could you ever have imagined how many us "grown men" you were gonna make all teary eyed with that excellent tribute to your Dad? This Buick mini series, for me, has been the best 3 videos you've done. You still made me belly laugh and then swung me all the way to the other end of the spectrum with wet eyes. So happy for you, to have your Dad's Buick back home... Your channel is just plain great. My 12 year old son and I love watching. 🤘

[@paulvachon3031]

This was by far the most meaningful trip to take us on. I really enjoyed this. A great tribute to your dad. Peace

[@dkm66]

I really loved this journey you shared, especially the end of your video when you shared the pictures of the ol" Buick with your dad and your family. I lost my dad back in 2017 and still miss him very much. I learned to never take for granted the time you have with those you love. Thanks Derek!

[@walter2990]

Bravo Derek!! You've done yer Dad proud!! It couldn't have been easy, or it wouldn't have been part of your father's dynasty. Now, go through the '56 and make it a perfect "Go to Town" family keeper, for your boys and their kids to cherish forever! Thank you for bringing me along with you on this journey.

[@_BAD_MERC_]

That ending hit me in the feels like a torpedo. I lost my dad in 2004 and I feel you Derek. Next year I will be your dads age.

[@kenwillis8487]

The ending was just almost enough to make a grown man cry! Felt my eyes start to flood a tiny bit! Great video!

[@publicclammer]

Me too!

[@blakeleystrapping2860]

That's awesome man. Glad you got it back home. The 87 is one of my dream trucks

[@eugenescoj]

those who gave a thumbs down must not have a heart or sense of family values or memories of a treasured childhood. to be able to go back and recover something of this magnitude is awesome!

[@faganracing8756]

At the end I was like I’m not gonna cry, I’m not gonna cry. When you said “it’s back home dad” I started to cry

[@bigDH123]

Yes Derek, we want to see everything. I haven't watched a VGG i didn't enjoy. Thank you for the effort you put into each and every video. God bless.

[@warrenny]

I second that! Have enjoyed all his videos.

[@michaelsulpizio606]

Derek you and your personality crack me up, and at 75 I know funny! Love your dry humor ! Your the kind of guy you meet a few times in a life time and it seems like we have known each other for the last 20, 30 years ! These videos on the 56 Buick reminds me of a Two tone 56 Buick special that I inherited from my Uncle Tom! Loved that car! It was indestructible, and just kept running! It was actually my mothers car , but she did not drive! So it fell to me to keep it up and drive! I was on the way to the parts store to get a battery for my 67 Pontiac Firebird stoped at a red light to turn left adjacent to a chevron station in town , as I came to a stop ,unbeknownst to me there was a bad leak in the fuel line at the fuel pump! The engine compartment blew up! Sounded like a really big Mortar going off! Black smoke started billowing out of the fender wells and hood seems! I popped the hood , black smoke and orange red flames billowed and blew me backwards! I was frantic! I ran over to the chevron station yelling for help! The one attendant / mechanic was in the bathroom, came out I pointed to the car at the intersection on fire! Said can I barrow a fire extinguisher? He said sure! Grabbed one off the wall and threw it to me, ran out to the car and put the fire out, it was a dry chemical extinguisher and made a mess of everything! But put the fire out . Then turned the motor off as I had forgotten to turn it off in the excitement! Hence the continued fire! I walked back to the gas station gave back the extinguisher 🧯 said thank you ! I walked back to the Buick looked at the smoldering mess of burned parts and charred wiring , wondering what I was going to do? Turned the key on stepped on the starter , it started I jumped out closed the hood and drove home and parked it ! Till I could fix the charred wires and fuel pump leak! When I thought about it and how it must have looked from a bi standers outlook , especially the gas station attendant I laughed my ass of and still do every time I remember that incident! Most cars would have burned to the ground! Especially since I forgot to turn it off after it exploded into flame 🔥? That car kept running right up to when we sold it to a guy that wanted to restore it and made a little extra money for my Mom! Indestructible! LOL like I say reminds me of your show! That was after coming back from the Vietnam war! As I am Marine veteran! I went into the Automobile restoration business! I retired in 2015, I really miss the business! But I live vicariously through shows like yours on Motor Trend! And working on my 1949 Plymouth business coupe, which has a 318 small block Mopar in it! I watch Uncle Tony’s garage too , and David Vizar also as I need to rebuild the motor in the process! Keep up the good work really enjoy your videos!!! Regards Mad Mike S.

[@mikebell9166]

It just doesn't have any upside to drive a rig you want to save and fix right, to drive it into the dirt trying to get home. You did the absolute right thing, for real. And it looks just right in black and white. Just.... perfect!

[@chetd63]

Yep, A guy definitely got somethin' in his eye on that ending.

[@mikeb3153]

Liar. :,)))

[@omerbenian]

+1

[@wingedhorsegarage473]

I loved the tribute to your Father at the end ! Cars do make good memories.

[@timtaylor3393]

I just ran acrossed this episode. I love it! In April 2021 I hauled a 59 chevy apache from Sacramento CA to mid wyoming. Almost 1000 miles loaded on a uhaul trailer just like that with my 2011 ram 1500. Talk about serious trailer sway! Next time I'll buy a trailer. Keep up the great videos and car content. Thanks Derek. Much appreciated from wyoming.

[@MikeBrown-qm2xl]

That old truck brings back alot of memories. My late father had one and I learned to drive in that rig. Daddy loved that old truck. Gives a guy a good feeling lol 👍👍👍

[@mattmcdaniel6219]

Cold snacks , chair, sitting next to the old car in the man cave watching a fella do rite by his dad's ol rig... I'm glad to have VGG . 👍

[@rodmeisterful]

I’ll be honest with you, I think it wants to be yellow again someday. Keep the series going no matter what!

[@theshauny]

Thank you Derek for taking us along on your adventure that is clearly very personal to you and your family

[@tedpreston4155]

When you started driving that Buick home, you reminded me of my own optimism. I once bought a '55 Studebaker , flew to Los Angeles, and hopped in to drive it home to Wyoming. The old flathead six seemed to be running great, right up to the point where it threw a rod and puked it's innards all over the highway! When I opened the hood, there was a four-inch long chunk of camshaft laying on the fenderwell dripping oil. you could reach into the crankcase through the huge hole in the block! She rode home on a trailer too, but at least I enjoyed watching that lovely Studebaker front end in my rearview mirror all the way home! When I stopped to pick up a couple hitchhikers on the Navajo reservation, I realized only one could ride in the truck with me, so the second guy hopped in the Studebaker and rode on the trailer with her! He loved the experience - couldn't have been happier!

[@ccrsems7]

My dad just passed away on December 9th. I was fortunate to have him for 51 years, never take life for granted. Cherish your parents and tell them that you love them, you can never say it enough. Dad, I will get the Biscayne back to her former glory!

[@philsigman9088]

Sorry for you loss Billy. I lost my dad in May and it still hurts.

[@Mr-er6fg]

Heck, I lost my Dad in 1997. Still hurts!

[@dphphotography184]

That laughing montage had me holding my sides.

[@lancemartens2399]

As a fellow car guy who also lost his father and listens to Slayer (Saw your shirt in one of the old photos at the end of the video) this literally brought me to tears. Much love from up in Canada.

[@sandydaviswhytelewis5387]

Ahh you're a good man bringing her home for yer Dad He's watching You know it❤

[@dylanjohnson2431]

If you keep uploading in the middle of the day A guy’s going to get fired from his job.

[@Cucvfreek]

work from home ftw

[@chrislongbeard]

Work for yourself. You have nobody to answer to.

[@dylanjohnson2431]

I’m actually retiring dec 31st. I spend about as much as I make paying people to do things I’m perfectly capable of doing but don’t have the time! Can’t get fired on my home stretch!

[@davidnichols1363]

@@dylanjohnson2431 a guy can wind up in the dog house though!.

[@RobertBeckk]

You still working? I got laid off a month ago.

[@DanKruty]

Hey man ! I wasn’t expecting that ending!..made my eyes rain a tad bit. I love my kids and to see that makes a guys heart melt. RIP Bunky

[@shanepersons383]

Such an awesome vid bud a guy really had a fine time watching it!! And that ole Bowtie never let you down on getting Dads car back! And them damn onions kicked in at the end!! 🍺🍺🍺🍺 cold snacks for all and Merry Christmas! To you bud!

[@user-ny4ig9qh2e]

I am very sorry for your loss of your dad. He lived only 52 years but he did pass on a lot of his knowledge to you as we all can see. I am happy you have found that Buick and I know you will be keeping it in your family and passing it down to your sons too. I am just sorry you lost your dad at such a young age. Keep up the good work and please video fixing up that truck you are selling to your brother and the Buick too. Thank you.

[@haroldmccormick8712]

It's nice to see, people who do things out of respect for their parents, and also doing things that give the children that feel good feeling.

[@raykeiperiii]

Your dad would be proud that you brought her back to the family... Shes a beauty

[@Eightbanger]

Dude that was excellent viewing, I'll be honest, the ending left a guy teary eyed.😢 Please keep doing videos on the Buick diagnostic and repair. Was that you without a hat? 😁

[@ColtRacersGarage]

The pictures at the end were really heartwarming. Thanks for sharing, Derek.

[@lifequest7453]

Glad to see you have returned the car that gave your family memories. When I saw the square body, I was pretty sure you were good. I have a 1986 version, with the 305 and the 700 tranny, a rather rare tranny I have learned but dependable. My 86 has been a life boat from the time I bought it in 1987 until now. NO other vehicle I have owned has matched the reliability. I knew you were good. Tell your brother to clean out the cowel spaces or he will have a rust attack he won't believe. I treated my 86's underside with mineral oil and that pretty much has stopped rust progression. That Buick is beautiful, it was a good trip.

[@mahkanikmatt6622]

Sure did put a guy down to a knee with the ending. I have very few memories of working on stuff with my old man before he passed away when I was ten. I love seeing this. Thanks.

[@slecroix]

Great stuff Derek! Ain’t gonna lie, the dedication at the end almost had me tearing up thinking of my dad. He’s been gone a little over a year & I miss him terribly.

[@lornebelongia4780]

The montage of photos at the end could bring a tear to a guy's eye Loved it, hope to see you fix the gremlins on the Buick and show it off

[@jasonscott990]

Wow! I just watched this and it hit home, hard. I lost my dad at a young age too and can relate to this😢 good man Derek. What a beautiful tribute at the end. Thank you for all of your videos!!

[@Endfloat]

Well that really tugged on the heart strings! Some people think these cars are just old machines, and they just don't understand the personal connection we have to them. I'm sure your dad would be proud of you, Derek!

[@SamHolding]

Dang it, a guy must've been cuttin' some onions on the end of this one... Happy for you, Derek!

You just record everything, and we'll watch it.

[@briantruck2284]

Zapata tx is the country is next to my home town

@@briantruck2284 I'll have to visit and claim my lands! :D

[@AllisChalmersMN]

Good to see the ole girl back where she belongs. I’m sure your dad has the biggest smile on his face. The trip was a bit of a challenge but you did well. The yellow isn’t to bad of a color but I’m pretty fond of that black and white job she’s got on her now.

[@RJCooper2]

My Great Aunts Sarah and Bette would've also been proud, along with your Dad. This guy could easily see they, they loved their copy of the same classic back in the late 50s and early 60s, since I was born in '56 myself.

[@GP9railfan]

That laugh scene was hilarious

[@jerryhogate3640]

Never expected a Two-fer when we started this adventure.

[@kCI251]

My Dad had lots of fun old cars when I was growing up. Nice that you found one to bring back from the past.

[@markeastham3095]

Just watched this video for the second time and I guess I missed the last of it with the pictures from when you're dad was in the car and you were kids. That's an emotional thing. I was born in 54 so you're dad seen a lot of things I have. Sorry for your loss. Love your videos. God Bless you and your family. Mark from Kentucky

[@rekleif]

Emotional and deeply personal series. Thank you for letting us come along for the journey

[@jimroveto1543]

"That's Fine" . , man, you're gonna live a long time, nothin bothers you.

[@ViceGripGarage]

🤞🤞

[@blkpopeye]

Yep less stress means longevity.

[@davidtharp7767]

@@ViceGripGarage You'll make it to be an OldHappyMan 'cause God Loves to Help All That Help Themselves. And U Do Your Dead Level Best on All things U Do. & That 1/2 ton Chevy 4 Your Bro was You doing God's Work !

[@mdstilger2849]

That message your dad got me in the feels. Beautiful man!

[@kwazhims3lf]

this guy is magic, when assessing/evaluating a machine.. the critique/humor and the ease with which it flows forth (to me a guy who knows only how to change oil and put bondo on) is like magic to me its like magic and i want him to evaluate my "jackie chan" radio, "boom-booms", cold air intake complete with no fasteners, just zip ties... god that would awesome

[@williamjames6495]

I’m so glad u brought your dad’s car home. His spirit is back home too. Good job 💯💯💪🏿💪🏿

[@BuckinBillyRaySmith]

enjoyed that

[@RHD919]

Fancy seeing you here!

[@elizabethreed2945]

The army of kindness is everywhere .

[@brianproffitt7263]

Ole trucks an chainsaws are all a man needs lol.

[@KillingerUSA]

Buckin!

[@SaltyCracker402]

A guy could really enjoy watching that

[@chrisgramza8582]

Last bit got me. I lost my Dad in 2002 to cancer. I still have my First Car, a 70 Mustang Convertible. I remember driving it home that first time following Dad, rebuilding it for my 16th birthday, and years later driving it to the cemetery behind the hearse. Your Dad's car, and our Father/son car are where they should be... with the sons.

[@AccountIGuess]

Sorry to hear bout that hope your doing great

[@RipRoaringGarage]

Sorry for your loss. I suppose I lost my father in a different way. I grew up in his 72 Continental, tripple brown. Not the most saught after, but I eventually got one just as close to the original as possible (only options are better but colors are the same). So I just remember the good ole days...

[@krashdown102]

Lost my Dad a few months ago… he wasn’t big into cars but he drove 500 kms with me to help me buy my project car that I haven’t finished yet (12 years later ) but will be finishing it as a memorial type thing to remember him by.

[@RipRoaringGarage]

@@krashdown102 Sorry for your loss. Im sure he cherished those moments with you and that car, and will be proud of you once its all done.

[@stoeger40]

I've been watching your videos and love this channel! I too lost my dad, in April of this year. I am sorry about your dad. I always appreciated mine and loved him very much and even more now that he is gone. We find ourselves thinking about all of those long days and nights turning wrenches and problem solving....they left us with more knowledge then they knew and I'm thankful for that. I hope I can do the same for my young son. Thanks for sharing your projects! Forever fan from Wentzville, MO.

[@rayscrafield2106]

When I was 12 years old my folks bought a brand new 1955 Buick Century 2drhtp with the big engine. We took it on vacation from Pasadena Ca. to Racine Wi. and back. On the way East, my Pop put his foot to the floor in Wyoming and took it to 116 mph. As fast as it would go. Flat and level. That car rode like a Caddy. If I had the opportunity, as you did, to find that car and own it again, I'd be very happy. So I know just how you are feeling. Thanks for a great trip down memory lane. Love your lingo too. As for the follow up on the truck and the car, I hope you decide to do them. I'll be watching.

[@jimmydiresta]

what a journey!!! thank you!

[@JasonH6741]

That last part had a fellers eyes sweatin...I'm glad you got the Buick where it belongs...RIP to our Dads 🙏

[@jamiebutler8617]

This man is doing the stuff I want to do he has encouraged me to get a new to me going to town rig ...78 trans am ... for me and my son I appreciate derek very much for what he does and the family man he is by involving his family in everything...so again thank you derek for being you

[@claudegatewood8122]

A guys gotta take back hes possessions. Treat it like a family member !!! Lol welcome home old gal..welcome home. Derek thanks for the laughs and taking us with you on your journey. Was a hell of a ride...👍

[@starshollowgirl101]

Since you’re asking i think we need to hook our peepers on that driveline noise.

[@ghostrider.13]

Im curious to know myself.

[@edreeves5818]

"Its back home dad" Man that dedication at the end really hit me right in the feels. Lost my dad in 2018 and this just gut punched me in all the spots. My new favorite episode and car in the fleet.

[@johnoneill9539]

Again nice to see an (antique American car)rescued from possible destruction permanently,good job .

[@alanbranch851]

So happy for you soldiering through getting your dads car back home where it belongs