I Bought a $3,000 Repossessed Honda Truck from Salvage Auction. HALF OFF RETAIL!

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  • If you're ever buying a car or truck from salvage auction, be sure to research it on AutoAuctions FIRST: bit.ly/2PHa6Fk
    I bought a Clean Title Honda Ridgeline from the Salvage Auction Really Cheap. But what's the catch???
    Instagram: / samcracc
    Email Me: SamcracAuto@gmail.com
    Mail: Samcrac
    PO Box 713
    Odessa, FL 33556
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  • @WTFIsThisGuyDoing233
    @WTFIsThisGuyDoing233 Před 5 lety +322

    Balls of steel driving a copart car 80 mph immediately off the lot.

    • @theangryitalian7922
      @theangryitalian7922 Před 5 lety

      FUCKOFFWITHTHEREALNAME LOL

    • @robbrown3941
      @robbrown3941 Před 5 lety +1

      FUCKOFFWITHTHEREALNAME lmao

    • @jgizzy
      @jgizzy Před 5 lety +3

      It was a repossession, not the biggest risk in the world. Check tire pressures, test brakes, make sure it has oil -- good to drive home almost every time.

    • @jamestiko24
      @jamestiko24 Před 5 lety +13

      its a HONDA!

    • @ez57
      @ez57 Před 4 lety

      Perfect punch 😂, got me smirking.

  • @rickpublic8318
    @rickpublic8318 Před 4 lety +48

    I've been driving a 2006 Ridgeline for 8 years that I bought used. Its my first "truck" and turned out to be my best "car" ever. It may not have a heavy duty frame like a real work truck used daily to haul heavy stuff, but for us weekend warrior types this is the perfect "truck". It even has a trunk. Its AWD. The bed is short but wide enough for four foot wide plywood sheets to lie flat. Runs great at 140K.

    • @abel3619
      @abel3619 Před 3 lety +1

      It is a truck. No quotations needed

    • @Fattony6666
      @Fattony6666 Před 2 lety +1

      @@abel3619 "Abel"

  • @duck9191
    @duck9191 Před 5 lety +415

    You should buy the 491k taxi and get it to 500k+

    • @brian5o
      @brian5o Před 5 lety +36

      How about Samcrac's million mile Camry, give Matt Farah a run for the money.

    • @garlicbreadjenkins5780
      @garlicbreadjenkins5780 Před 5 lety +4

      i was just thinking that. he should take it and beat the million mile tacoma

    • @robwulz3493
      @robwulz3493 Před 5 lety +8

      I think of the guy that had to give it up 9K miles shy of a half million . Cold deal man , real cold.

    • @duck9191
      @duck9191 Před 5 lety +3

      @@robwulz3493 he almost leveled up, almost lol. Wonder what the maintenance history is on them.

    • @karmacyclewerks9640
      @karmacyclewerks9640 Před 5 lety

      Wow that would be soooo cool!! Lmao NOT!!

  • @sucapizda
    @sucapizda Před 5 lety +35

    Sam, make sure you change the timing belt on the Ridgeline. Or make sure it was already done. I had my Ridge since 2007, bought it new and have 400k miles on it. It’s bin stone reliable. Good truck for sure.

    • @crjlll
      @crjlll Před 5 lety +11

      I agree with Lucky Goose . Do all the recommended maintenance and it will run forever. I sold my 2006 Ridgeline for $4,000 last year (12/2018) with over 425,000 miles. I had every service at the dealer and on time with all the documentation to prove it. Just do not skimp on the maintenance and it will run strong forever. Timing belt every 75,000 miles is a must. Great TRUCK!!!! Have fun!

    • @arthursmith643
      @arthursmith643 Před 4 lety +7

      My neighbor has almost 750,000 on his 07 Ridgeline.

    • @billfrye9234
      @billfrye9234 Před 3 lety +1

      At how many miles?

  • @M1LAD81
    @M1LAD81 Před 5 lety +219

    Hey Sam brake judder is not because of grooves in the disc, it's because the rotors themselves are warped.

    • @ABQSentinel
      @ABQSentinel Před 5 lety +11

      Yeah, I was going to post the same thing. Doesn't really matter since he is likely going to replace all the rotors anyway. Still, a brake job is a cheap and simple process. I am shocked at the number of people who will tear up their rotors for want of $20 worth of brake pads.

    • @ItsAlive111
      @ItsAlive111 Před 5 lety +4

      Hondas are notorious for crappy rotors, especially the older gens

    • @bobbysolo5411
      @bobbysolo5411 Před 4 lety

      It's like an indicator that the Honda you are driving HAS been driven before and the driver used the brakes at least once. Their rotors are NOTORIOUS for warping at the blink of an eye. I'd seek performance rotors if replacing, so you may extend the lifespan beyond the norm.

    • @AutomotiveEvangelist
      @AutomotiveEvangelist Před rokem

      Many times, but not always. It can also be caused by pad transfer to the rotor. This happens often when somebody changes pads (to a different brand/material) but keeps the same rotors. If the rotors are still fairly new, you can turn them down and get more life out of them, but if they're cheap enough then replacement is the best option.

  • @NagaMey
    @NagaMey Před 5 lety +351

    So did you call Rich after work? 😂😂

  • @reaality3860
    @reaality3860 Před 5 lety +20

    I owned 2006 Honda Ridgeline. Due to 15 or 16 miles per gallon, I got rid of it when gas got over $4.00 per gallon. The guy who bought it from me still uses it to tow his boat today. He has never had a problem with it.

  • @WatchJRGo
    @WatchJRGo Před 5 lety +15

    Now you've got me looking at Ridgelines... Can't wait for your supercar 👊

  • @nickztech9947
    @nickztech9947 Před 5 lety +898

    Samcrac the type of guy to buy a pickup truck JUST to pick up a new car he bought

    • @muskokamike127
      @muskokamike127 Před 5 lety +47

      That ridgeline isn't a truck. It's a suck Suv + truck = suck. It's a car in the shape of a pickup.

    • @Gramps83
      @Gramps83 Před 5 lety +8

      @@muskokamike127 Jalopnik pulled a '66 mustang on a trailer over the Appalachians using a Ridgline. czcams.com/video/vsBsn6LUryI/video.html

    • @randellino
      @randellino Před 5 lety +14

      I swear, these trust fund youtubers man.

    • @kafarmer1
      @kafarmer1 Před 5 lety +1

      Haha

    • @RogerM88
      @RogerM88 Před 5 lety +5

      @@muskokamike127 towing with a gas engine, will burn alot more fuel, than with a diesel one.

  • @lonerider5315
    @lonerider5315 Před 5 lety +47

    Shake over 80, and with the brakes, check the control arm bushings, I’ve replaced a lot of bushing for these generation of Honda’s

    • @danielparraz1155
      @danielparraz1155 Před 5 lety +4

      Thanks for the heads up - at 82MPH in my Ridgeline, I get a slight out of round type condition in the driver front, and was wondering if it was caused by a bent wheel. I would say it's about that time to check the bushing, she has 180K and have only have to rebuild the power steering pump, which costs 150 dollars. I have owned and driven tons of GM, Ford, and some Dodge products, but would say the RL fits me well....I dont haul 10k pound loads on a constant basis, like most people. I always laugh when I see a heavy duty truck that has never seen a day of work, their intended "duty".

  • @michaelsnow3113
    @michaelsnow3113 Před 5 lety +1

    My Ridgeline here in Sarasota has 266,000 and still runs like new. I love that when I press the unlock button the second time and hold it, all the windows goes down. The rear tailgate opens sideward and the storage under the bed of the truck is a definite plus.

  • @nickziobro3328
    @nickziobro3328 Před 4 lety +41

    Types of people in the comment section:
    1. Never owned a ridgeline and are calling it a minivan with a bed
    2. Honda ridgeline fanboys
    3. Rich Rebuilds jokes

    • @worldhello1234
      @worldhello1234 Před 2 lety

      How do you even know they did not own a Ridgeline and why does it even matter?

  • @highvoltage12v
    @highvoltage12v Před 5 lety +325

    Since your Pickup truck is a Honda, is your Super car going to be an NSX?

    • @j.v956
      @j.v956 Před 5 lety +8

      highvoltage12v I hope so

    • @chevelle9097
      @chevelle9097 Před 5 lety

      I'm going to guess a Ferrari California, like the one he showed in the photo

    • @vrajpatel2979
      @vrajpatel2979 Před 5 lety +1

      @@chevelle9097 nah he wouldnt. he said he doesnt like buying high end cars from third party sellers.

    • @805NAVE
      @805NAVE Před 5 lety +1

      Damn I hope so!

    • @kurttappe
      @kurttappe Před 5 lety

      I would watch the shit out of that.

  • @Uneedhelp91
    @Uneedhelp91 Před 5 lety +8

    Those Toyota Camry Taxis are a testament to reliability, at 430k miles with damage the car is still worth over $3k and runs.

    • @16driver16
      @16driver16 Před 5 lety

      Toyota is the best, ive had that many miles on a couple prius and my corolla is climbing at 240xxx. If your gonna put a ton of miles on it buy a toyota, i reccomend 2004-2008 theyre dirt cheap and last forever.

    •  Před 5 lety +1

      Taxis don't suffer too much I see them a lot at my shop. 70-80 percent of engine and transmission wear is at startup and warm up from cold and when the oil isn't at operating temp so it's too thick to lubricate properly. If the oil is at operating temp all day without shutting off the wear isn't as bad as you think.

    • @16driver16
      @16driver16 Před 5 lety

      @ isnt this why we dont run single viscosity oils anymore? Modern oil changes "thickness" am i wrong?

  • @motaz1975
    @motaz1975 Před 5 lety +1

    i had an 08 ridgeline rtl awhile back. it was the best "truck" i ever owned. it had a super smooth ride. handled great( independent suspension) tons of useful storage inside and out. i bought a 17 tacoma after it and it rode like a tank , had awkward uncomfortable seating and crappy storage. tip for you, check and double check the cooling system and if unsure do the timing belt. other than that its a great beater!

  • @blitzkrieg6093
    @blitzkrieg6093 Před 5 lety +2

    I've been a Honda technician for 13 years. Those are solid trucks. The new models are trash. But that body style has a strong engine and transmission. If maintained correctly you can easily see 300k miles on it. I service a 09 that's about to hit 300k at our dealership.

  • @toddnelson2182
    @toddnelson2182 Před 5 lety +62

    Sam, love your channel. I'm a Honda mechanic, while these are not bad "trucks" but don't tow with it because they are just Accords with a bed. The trans will burn up.

    • @samcurmudgeon
      @samcurmudgeon Před 5 lety +14

      so I was not the only one laughing that he passed over a diesel for a "truck" that was not made to haul much?

    • @kurttappe
      @kurttappe Před 5 lety +12

      He lives in Florida; they have no hills. I agree he should not try to haul a car across a mountain range with it, but on flats it should be fine. Also, Honda increased the tranny cooling with both the Pilot and Ridgeline; so the tranny shouldn't be compared to Accords. Part of the Ridgeline towing package specifically reads "Heavy-duty ATF cooler"

    • @Matbombardier6985
      @Matbombardier6985 Před 5 lety +7

      not an accord... but a mdx/pilot/odyssey

    • @yosemitesam6945
      @yosemitesam6945 Před 5 lety +8

      I call B'S. You're not a Honda mechanic. If you were you'd know that it has a transmission cooler.

    • @toddnelson2182
      @toddnelson2182 Před 5 lety +2

      @@yosemitesam6945 The trans cooler is an option that has to be purchased from the dealer and installed. Even after it is installed the transmissions are weak. My reason for leaving a comment was just as a friendly warning to Sam but believe what you will.

  • @MrJoebiz24
    @MrJoebiz24 Před 5 lety +38

    Sam spares no effort affording us with multiple camera angles to properly display the food & crud debris. True dedication to quality video. (Nice pseudo-truck).

  • @maximaniac7231
    @maximaniac7231 Před 5 lety +141

    The Ridgeline. It's like the engineers at Honda saw the Subaru Baja and said...."Hey, hold my Sake."

    • @bobby2pistolz854
      @bobby2pistolz854 Před 5 lety +1

      Hey i own a baja! Love it too! 100k miles runs strong

    • @brando12343
      @brando12343 Před 5 lety +4

      Bobby 2pistolz until the headgasket takes a hike

    • @davidcrabb7293
      @davidcrabb7293 Před 5 lety

      the good thing about the baja is you can get in in a 5 speed. I wish on the Ridgeline.

    • @bobby2pistolz854
      @bobby2pistolz854 Před 5 lety +1

      @@brando12343 Yes sir! Already have had the head gaskets redone. Everything on it has already broke in and been fixed. Runs like a dream

    • @bobby2pistolz854
      @bobby2pistolz854 Před 5 lety +1

      @@davidcrabb7293 Yes, but the baja 5 speed is beyond rare, I have only seen one for sale online.

  • @tonyhollingsworth3168
    @tonyhollingsworth3168 Před 5 lety +11

    Honda power!!! You’re living my dream!

  • @cjzani
    @cjzani Před 5 lety +138

    Copart - "runs and drives" - keys are AWOL.

    • @DeputyNordburg
      @DeputyNordburg Před 5 lety

      Yes, odd that key for the running cars are not left inside them.

    • @sledjenkins5
      @sledjenkins5 Před 5 lety +4

      They get stolen. Auto auction rebuilds always runs into that problem.

    • @TempoMontages
      @TempoMontages Před 5 lety +2

      Happens at my local auction too. Degenerates steal the keys

    • @troyricker8923
      @troyricker8923 Před 5 lety +2

      You think when they get repo'd most people are happy and willing to give up the keys to make it easy? I can't imagine so.

  • @sethjohnson4513
    @sethjohnson4513 Před 5 lety +17

    @samcrac - Be sure to wipe the oil from the dipstick and dip it in a second time to actually check engine oil level. Next time you show up to drive away in a copart car, you might consider bringing your own can of gas as well as a couple quarts of 10w30 oil. The gas can help improve bad gas in the tank. Having the oil can replenish low level.
    Yeah, at $3,500 into this vehicle, you'll be able to offload that Ridgeline when you recognize it isn't sufficient for your towing needs. So far, nothing lost. Add rhino liner to the bed-- cheap upgrade that will help improve resale value. Probably can make a youtube video about the application, too.

  • @arthursmith643
    @arthursmith643 Před 4 lety +1

    Bought a 06 Ridgeline RTL AWD from a friend in Jan 2018 it’s now March 2020.. Had 103,000 miles with much paper work from the dealer well kept. Cost was $6,000.00. Had to do rear brakes and battery so far. It now has almost 119,000. I love this Ridgeline

  • @axwapples
    @axwapples Před 5 lety

    Samcrac, you are the man, great informative video, no bullshit involved, very entertaining!

  • @johnhull6363
    @johnhull6363 Před 5 lety +117

    Sam buys a honda as Tennessee while in Florida bidding against Florida

    • @FIXBROZ
      @FIXBROZ Před 5 lety +13

      Probably using vtuned account

    • @salocin911
      @salocin911 Před 5 lety +2

      @@FIXBROZ 🤣

  • @markmalinowski5951
    @markmalinowski5951 Před 5 lety +19

    Every 'Murican: THATS NOT A TRUCK!!!

  • @chriscunicelli7070
    @chriscunicelli7070 Před 5 lety +1

    I have had two ridgelines. I really love the truck. It’s not a truck for a contractor but they are good daily drivers for a guy who needs a truck from time to time.

  • @BryanW916
    @BryanW916 Před 5 lety +2

    Make sure you do a 3x drain and fill service on the transmission. Drain, fill with honda fluid, drive for 10 min 3 times. Service the rear diff. Both are SUPER easy to do. Also, pull the timing belt inspection covers off and make sure the timing belt is in good shape. That's an interference engine...if the belt breaks, so do your valves lol
    Congrats on the purchase! The J35 in those are super reliable if they're maintained well!

  • @IG8282-q9h
    @IG8282-q9h Před 5 lety +150

    Seems like a good deal, but it won't be able to tow many vehicles. Shoulda bought a full size truck instead.

    • @mkt3000
      @mkt3000 Před 5 lety +11

      5000lb towing capacity. That's enough to tow most exotic cars.

    • @IG8282-q9h
      @IG8282-q9h Před 5 lety +10

      @@mkt3000 An average car/truck trailer weighs around 1500-2000 lbs. So that brings available towing capacity to around 3K lbs. An Audi R8 weighs around 3500 lbs, a Porsche 911 is about the same. This is going over the amount of weight the Ridgline can handle. Even if a car was under 3500 lbs you never want to max out your towing capacity as the vehicle and trailer with weight on it becomes unsafe at speed.

    • @mkt3000
      @mkt3000 Před 5 lety

      @@IG8282-q9h He hasn't stated which car he's buying though. What if the exotic is a Lotus for example?

    • @thomaslibonati
      @thomaslibonati Před 5 lety +20

      This is a pile of junk compared to a full size F250

    • @Ali4371
      @Ali4371 Před 5 lety +4

      The Honda Ridgeline can tow up to 5,000 pounds, most V8s do about the same. Others have also towed more than 5000 lbs with the Honda Ridgeline without a problem either, so I don't see a problem with it.

  • @MrNickachu
    @MrNickachu Před 5 lety +3

    Nice job. I've never heard of coparts before, I'll give them a look. I've been searching for a Ridgeline since last year December. Congrats on your purchase!

  • @adalbertocordero9643
    @adalbertocordero9643 Před 5 lety

    Hi Sam... Its a good buy for what you want it for... its comfortable and you have a big trunk in the rear part of the truck.. Will be following ya cause I might be getting one in the future.. Take care Sam..

  • @broomad
    @broomad Před 5 lety +1

    Good buy Sam - as you said, you can't go wrong with a Honda - had 5 Legends. All totally reliable

  • @shanet7511
    @shanet7511 Před 5 lety +310

    "I want a reliable truck" Proceeds to look at a 6.4 powerstroke

    • @peteramirez50
      @peteramirez50 Před 5 lety +7

      Shane T wrong channel to comment this on lol !

    • @josephshananigan9452
      @josephshananigan9452 Před 5 lety +12

      @Kaven Gilbert Yes it is and, I'm a Ford guy. I'm surprised it made it that many miles.

    • @mariomazzarella5454
      @mariomazzarella5454 Před 5 lety +4

      The 7.3 is the bestttttttt!!! and I'm a chevy guy.

    • @dillonh321
      @dillonh321 Před 4 lety +2

      @@mariomazzarella5454
      I'm a cummins guy but I would take a 7.3 any day.

    • @trollballsports4075
      @trollballsports4075 Před 4 lety +1

      Honda Ridgelines are terrible. They always have control arm issues and aren’t considered trucks by truck guys, because of how relatively small bed.

  • @TheCatman
    @TheCatman Před 5 lety +10

    Personally.... as a former car salesman, I would hardly call a Honda Ridgeline a "truck". Sure, it's a Honda. Sure, it is "mostly reliable". But would I use it as a "real truck"? Hardly. Does the Ford 6.4 ltr diesel have issues? Of course. But a great diesel mechanic could have "bulletproofed" the engine, and you would have had a much better TRUCK for towing vehicles than the Honda, any day.
    Good luck! Love the videos and I'm a huge fan! :-) (ps: I sold Ford, Dodge Chrysler, Jeep, Honda, Toyota, Nissan, Kia, but was a certified FORD, DODGE, CHRYSLER, JEEP, and NISSAN sales consultant). Now I build BMW's lol

    • @robertmiller9687
      @robertmiller9687 Před 5 lety

      Yeah... theres no bulletproofing a 6.4. Go see Bill at powerstrokehelp on youtube.

    • @robertmiller9687
      @robertmiller9687 Před 5 lety +1

      Not denying the fact that the Ridgeline is not a proper truck.

    • @CRFHONDARIDER100
      @CRFHONDARIDER100 Před 5 lety +1

      Robert Miller I can tell you 💯 there is such a thing as bulletproofing a 6.4 diesel we’ve had a family 6.4 crew cab king ranch since new for hauling it was bulletproofed almost as soon as we got it it has almost 300k on it and it is driven daily on tow mode #2 which is position or level 4 . Sure a 6.4 is not close to one of the best diesel motors but with maintenance and bulletproofing there are zero issues!

    • @JeffDeWitt
      @JeffDeWitt Před 5 lety

      But remember no one could find the key, for all he knew he'd buy the thing and the bearings would be shot.

    • @midwestfarm757
      @midwestfarm757 Před 5 lety

      I just watched a video about the 2004-2010 Ford F 150 5.4 and the defects they have. Ford mechanic showed us about 100 defects they have including the engine destroying itself. Friend of mine had an 06 F 150 it it was basically a parts truck at 180,000 miles because of the engine defects.

  • @nickanderson3440
    @nickanderson3440 Před 5 lety

    Great buy Sam. Great video. Thanks for not tricking us. Love the videos.

  • @peterdebad1
    @peterdebad1 Před 5 lety +1

    "It's a Honda." Great quote Sam. Hope it does what you want it to. Looks like a decent work truck.

  • @FrenchValleyAirport
    @FrenchValleyAirport Před 5 lety +12

    really really sad you didn't go more in depth with the Camrys, interior condition at that mileage, see if they run well, etc.

  • @juandominguez8536
    @juandominguez8536 Před 5 lety +68

    I thought you said you needed a truck? Why didn’t you get one?

  • @aky19832001
    @aky19832001 Před 5 lety +1

    A testament to Toyota engineering that those Camrys taxi cars have In excess of 400k mile and still running!

  • @MarshalBeard
    @MarshalBeard Před 5 lety +86

    Oh dear, checked the oil with the engine running. Why and how did you even try to read the oil level? Oil was splashed all the way up the stick lmao

    • @ConnorGrosseFilms
      @ConnorGrosseFilms Před 5 lety +5

      Marshal Beard that’s what I was thinking I’m like checking it after he started it kinda pointless at that point 😂

    • @poiiihy
      @poiiihy Před 5 lety +2

      at least he can see if there is any oil in it at all

    • @quadmaxlikepie
      @quadmaxlikepie Před 5 lety +1

      He checked to see if it was dirty.

    • @davidyaroch6622
      @davidyaroch6622 Před 5 lety +3

      Checking the quality of the oil not the quantity.

    • @bobbysolo5411
      @bobbysolo5411 Před 4 lety

      I think he was checking the condition of the oil itself. Not the level. Either way, I'd have done that while it was charging at the lot.

  • @Karmy.
    @Karmy. Před 5 lety +113

    Wait, if Samcrac is actually a chicken, who is the human we've been seeing?

  • @NathanJL6
    @NathanJL6 Před 5 lety +8

    I would definitely recommend the first Gen Ridgeline. Nice choice Sam!

    • @bobbysolo5411
      @bobbysolo5411 Před 4 lety +1

      I can't stand the new version. I thought they would work with that ''Element'' chassis and go from there. The first gen looks more studly than the newer one, and as you see comments, it wasn't macho enough for many as it was.

    • @alexflosho
      @alexflosho Před 3 lety +1

      those things are epic

  • @nathan_tasker
    @nathan_tasker Před 5 lety

    Fairly solid deal, Sam. Not too expensive for the primary maintenance issues. A proper detailing of the interior should do wonders on the stains, and fixing some of the rust should be easy too. Great video as always.

  • @lyric_3880
    @lyric_3880 Před 5 lety +247

    Sam: I’m buying a pickup truck
    Sam: *Buys Honda Ridgeline*
    Me: THATS LITERALLY THE LEAST TRUCK, TRUCK YOU CAN BUY

    • @tim_A_turner
      @tim_A_turner Před 5 lety +6

      Its only a v6 and can't tow anything

    • @elcaminosunlimited
      @elcaminosunlimited Před 5 lety +19

      @@tim_A_turnerHaving a V6 isn't the problem, its the rest of that pile of shit that is.

    • @herbiehusker1889
      @herbiehusker1889 Před 5 lety +24

      @@elcaminosunlimited yep. Lots of trucks have V6s and they're fine. The Ridgeline is basically a minivan with a bed. And it's ugly.

    • @lolok5354
      @lolok5354 Před 5 lety +6

      My dad owned one before to tow our boat (it wasn’t a small fishing boat it was actually a pretty big boat) and it did fine, but yeah i agree it is ugly asf

    • @lyric_3880
      @lyric_3880 Před 5 lety +5

      Sam you should have bought a Tacoma

  • @-abacchus
    @-abacchus Před 5 lety +11

    That last Range Rover looks to be older that at first seems. I believe it is sporting after market head lights and tail-lights to make it look modern.
    Greets from the UK :)

    • @CRAPO2011
      @CRAPO2011 Před 5 lety

      All of them looked horribly rough

  • @ProducerLare
    @ProducerLare Před 5 lety +4

    Hey Sam 👋 I’ve always liked the looks of these Honda Suv/Trucks 👍...curious to see some content in this vehicle. The mileage on those taxis...😳😳300-400k!... goes to show if properly maintained, they _can_ last a long time. I’ve owned several former “Fleet” vehicles... do your research into what that particular fleet/company’s maintenance schedules were & you can come out with a good deal 👍👍 ie my current daily is an 07 Tahoe with 283k; runs & drives like brand new! 🚙

  • @JoesGoldenGarage
    @JoesGoldenGarage Před 5 lety

    Great pick Sam! Love it. What a good deal as well!

  • @JeffyPop247
    @JeffyPop247 Před 5 lety

    great video. i think its funny that you get more excited about taxi's than a range rover. haha that is no knock either, i was laughing.

  • @KGiustOD
    @KGiustOD Před 5 lety +3

    I was looking for an occasion use truck two years ago. The ridgeline was my top choice but I couldn’t find a good deal on one. I think you got a good deal. I ended up with a ‘96 Nissan and it’s been solid.

  • @ryanwolfe911
    @ryanwolfe911 Před 5 lety +69

    Run from that F-250 as fast as you can and as far as your legs will take you! The 6.4 Powerstroke is the worst engine ever made, ever in the history of engines.

  • @logantrimnal2054
    @logantrimnal2054 Před 5 lety +1

    on the older ridge lines you should check for SMOD (strawberry mixture of death). It is more prevalent in cars on the coast and up north. There are 2 steel bolts leading into the radiator that will rust and rupture the cooling lines causing the transmission fluid to mix with the engine cooling fluid.

  • @mobilechaosyt
    @mobilechaosyt Před 5 lety +1

    Good job. Real content. I call any deal good if it is good enough for my daughter to drive.

  • @fatjeff8083
    @fatjeff8083 Před 5 lety +6

    With that mileage you probably need to do the timing belt service (including oil pump), struts, and a brake job. Change all the engine, trans, & diff fluids and it will go for lots of miles. I had a Pilot of similar age and it would have gone forever if I stuck with it (I didn't).

    • @Hubjeep
      @Hubjeep Před 5 lety

      They have timing belts!?!?

    • @fatjeff8083
      @fatjeff8083 Před 5 lety

      @@Hubjeep Yep, the Ridgeline & Pilot share the same engine.

    • @Hubjeep
      @Hubjeep Před 5 lety

      @@fatjeff8083 Wow, I wonder how many owners are aware of the timing belt? What is the change interval? Is it a hard belt to get to or did they make it easy knowing it has to be done?

    • @fatjeff8083
      @fatjeff8083 Před 5 lety

      Hubjeep It’s all here: czcams.com/video/ZT-ZMNhOT-M/video.html

  • @406nova6
    @406nova6 Před 5 lety +13

    grooved rotor????? nope
    checking the oil with engine running ????? nope
    warped rotor

    • @sjd73ss
      @sjd73ss Před 5 lety +1

      That was so fucking odd. Ive never seen someone check oil whilr car is running. Dude is very odd. He really doesnt know shit about cars and has this crazy big youtube channel. It doesn't make any sense lol

  • @MGF0x
    @MGF0x Před 4 lety +2

    "Someone used this bed as a trash can, that's a very very good thing" lmao

  • @ATLOffroad
    @ATLOffroad Před 5 lety

    I think you got a good deal. After a month or two of getting everything cleaned up and fixed I think you will really enjoy it. If you plan on towing a lot you might look into air suspension for the back to keep the rear from sagging.

  • @hennessyviper
    @hennessyviper Před 5 lety +319

    Honda Ridgeline isn't a truck it's a pilot with a truck Body

    • @mrskittles5150
      @mrskittles5150 Před 5 lety +72

      And a pilot isnt even an suv its a sedan with an suv body😂

    • @lisamuel41
      @lisamuel41 Před 5 lety +16

      Well ....it can tow , and much more comfortable than truck

    • @JWB671
      @JWB671 Před 5 lety +35

      It’d do the job for him he isn’t a pipeline welder.

    • @jjjohnsonrocks
      @jjjohnsonrocks Před 5 lety +38

      So a dodge Dakota isn’t a truck it’s a Durango with a truck body ....... stupid comments get stupid reply’s

    • @oPraxy
      @oPraxy Před 5 lety

      Hennessey Viper Venom lmaooooooo

  • @LegitStreetCars
    @LegitStreetCars Před 5 lety +18

    I want that C7. Perfect color and kind of high miles. I'm down for that!

  • @sean8051
    @sean8051 Před 5 lety +1

    Yay! Great chicken cameo intro! Thanks!😃👍

  • @davidchaisson3610
    @davidchaisson3610 Před 5 lety +1

    Great buy, love the truck.

  • @Innvctus
    @Innvctus Před 5 lety +72

    "its a Honda, how bad could it be?" You were pretty wrong...

    • @spuriouseffect
      @spuriouseffect Před 3 lety +2

      It's a 4x4 mid-sized truck that runs and drives fine for 3k. What more do you want?

  • @MrJayDM
    @MrJayDM Před 5 lety +3

    Nice buy!! Make sure you replace that timing belt and water pump before you go on any trips!

  • @FIGNAS83
    @FIGNAS83 Před 5 lety

    Just happen to come across this video and I like it. Subscribed and thumbs up!

  • @TomsTinkeringandAdventures

    Always a lot of hate for the Ridgeline, but I think for a light duty truck it's just fine. You got a fair deal on it as well.

  • @Afitz200
    @Afitz200 Před 5 lety +6

    “Does it run well?”
    *starts car*
    *car immediately shuts off*
    “It does not run well?”

  • @MarshallLoveday
    @MarshallLoveday Před 5 lety +6

    I bid on cars at my local IAA and Copart yards, for LKQ Corp. My local Copart (Eugene, Oregon) usually has one of your YT videos playing on their 'channel' in the office......

  • @jeffthorpe8667
    @jeffthorpe8667 Před 5 lety

    I have a 06 and love it. Hidden trick click the unlock button on the remote then click again but hold it down. All your windows will go down as long as you hold the buttons until they are totally down. It is great for dumping the heat on a hot day

  • @munkydotorg
    @munkydotorg Před 5 lety +1

    I'd say you did pretty good with this one. Although I don't know if the ridgeline is going to be the truck that you need. But it is hard to go wrong with a Honda, its hard to kill them, and fairly easy and inexpensive (relatively) to replace anything wrong.

  • @aaronpillay3203
    @aaronpillay3203 Před 5 lety +7

    Been waiting a bit too long for a new upload Sam

  • @kerryclark1926
    @kerryclark1926 Před 5 lety +17

    But it's a Honda with a very low towing capacity. With a flat bed trailer and a car on it, you'll likely be over weight for the Honda. Now think about rear end sag due to the weight, and front end lifting, making the steering loose. How about that transmission over heating?
    For a parts getter or going to the store, Ok, but not for towing.

    • @davidm5179
      @davidm5179 Před 5 lety +1

      Its perfectly fine. Its not like they have many hills in FL.

    • @Nippledozer
      @Nippledozer Před 5 lety

      It has a tranny cooler

  • @STB-jh7od
    @STB-jh7od Před 5 lety +1

    I always liked the 1st Gen of Ridgeline. You're more knowledgeable about mechanicals than me, so I leave that up to your discretion.

  • @thedreadpirateroberts3435

    I want to say thank you. you gave me the confidence to buy a 07 jeep wangler 4 door from copart and rebuild it. i got it back in Dec. and got it done about a month ago. it is my every day driver now and i have put 1000 mi. on it so far

  • @sadtoast6122
    @sadtoast6122 Před 5 lety +7

    I drove my friends ridgeline and I LOVE IT

  • @solofalcon
    @solofalcon Před 5 lety +111

    Since when is a Ridgeline considered a truck?

    • @muskokamike127
      @muskokamike127 Před 5 lety +41

      considered a truck by people who don't know a thing about trucks lol

    • @actschp1
      @actschp1 Před 5 lety +15

      Sam never ceases to amaze me with his choices. I'll give it to him that he has tried his hand at repairs and whatnot but, when you talk to a car guy, they know cars. When you talk to a mechanic, they know the ins and outs of how to repair cars.
      Sam just knows that he likes cars and he likes to wrench but, he is neither a car guy nor a mechanic. I think if you were to label him at all he'd be a trivial pursuit guy, cause he has lots of facts and such.

    • @marthagalo6262
      @marthagalo6262 Před 5 lety +3

      you are right. this is not a truck! omg

    • @jameshavenga4998
      @jameshavenga4998 Před 5 lety +16

      Truck: a large, heavy motor vehicle used for transporting goods, materials, or troops.
      Now I'm no truck expert but being that the Ridgeline weighs in at about 4300lbs and has a been and can be used to carry around much bigger and heavier items than a standard car, I would call it a truck. Sure by definition it's more of a UTE but who in states actually uses that term. Sure the Ridgeline is no Ram 2500 but it's a truck no doubt 🤷‍♂️

    • @sjd73ss
      @sjd73ss Před 5 lety +1

      Its not and that thing is rotted out scrap metal lol

  • @tonyromano2391
    @tonyromano2391 Před 5 lety

    Well done Sam. Good buy!

  • @Thenevisian
    @Thenevisian Před 5 lety

    Hahaha epic. My moms 2007 Ridgeline is still going strong. Same color as yours Sam. Never had any major issues, just normal wear and tear. Head liner falling down, power steering pump failed, TPMS light is always on, hahaha.

  • @THOMMGB
    @THOMMGB Před 5 lety +3

    Hi Sam,
    Did you replace the battery or did it charge up and is OK?
    Thanks for showing the ins and outs of buying on Copart and the actual bidding process. I think you got a great deal, so congratulations are in order. :-)

  • @mxzrev
    @mxzrev Před 5 lety +158

    Goes to auction for pickup truck comes home with mini van

    • @ItsAlive111
      @ItsAlive111 Před 5 lety

      mxzrev lol

    • @RonnieFry
      @RonnieFry Před 5 lety +7

      If mini vans were this good and this reliable with a hidden trunk and an outstanding warranty we would all buy a mini van.

    • @brodysmith5976
      @brodysmith5976 Před 5 lety

      Lol

    • @MUSICLVR70
      @MUSICLVR70 Před 4 lety +1

      "The Honda Ridgeline is a pickup truck by American Honda Motor Company and is categorized by some as a lifestyle pickup. The Ridgeline is one of only two pickup trucks currently produced by the Honda Motor Company-the other being the Honda Acty mini-truck.
      Automotive class: Pickup truck, Truck
      Make: Honda"
      It's a truck!

    • @davidhicks7450
      @davidhicks7450 Před 4 lety

      @@MUSICLVR70 you have made a common mistake by actuality believing anything stated by automobile manufacturers and their puppets. I have bought, repaired, resold and raced vehicles for over 40 years and little lady that Ridgeland is NOT a real truck. Not a POS by no means, just not a truck.

  • @troyricker8923
    @troyricker8923 Před 5 lety

    I got a Toyota and a Ford truck ad. Lmao you got some nice freebies!

  • @jacksmith3189
    @jacksmith3189 Před 5 lety

    Good information
    Thanks

  • @onlyinthehood2243
    @onlyinthehood2243 Před 5 lety +6

    Sure would like to take that RS7 off your hands. One of my favorites from Audi. Let me know your best price😉 would love to buy and drive back to DALLAS,TX.. Keep up the great work!!!

  • @petemedina8446
    @petemedina8446 Před 5 lety +4

    Nice looking truck with the exception of the few rust spots. That was a pretty good deal for $3500.00 here in Albuquerque New Mexico that truck would be almost double that price.

    • @taunuslunatic404
      @taunuslunatic404 Před 5 lety

      But it wouldn't have rust at all.

    • @petemedina8446
      @petemedina8446 Před 5 lety

      @@taunuslunatic404 True, butr there's that slim chance it could due to that the car lots buy at auctions and they won't the buyer

  • @marwanjleid5712
    @marwanjleid5712 Před 4 lety

    Believe me you are a really smart guy for buying this truck
    It's amazing👌👌👍👍

  • @n84434
    @n84434 Před 5 lety

    Great video, and now I want one!

  • @squareguy1973
    @squareguy1973 Před 5 lety +31

    Thought you got a truck? I see a open SUV.

  • @ID10Tpig
    @ID10Tpig Před 5 lety +5

    You made the right choice not getting the 6.4 Ford
    Garbage throw away motor

  • @trevorkinzer7918
    @trevorkinzer7918 Před 5 lety +1

    I've owned a lot of vehicles and once I bought a Honda I stuck with it. Very dependable. They run forever with minimal cost. There is nothing worse to spend money on than car repairs. I think you did well. I'm sure you didn't buy this vehicle to lift or pull huge trailers. Just to have a decent cargo area. Once the bugs (and french fries) are gone it will serve you well. Good luck.

  • @vincentjenkins4045
    @vincentjenkins4045 Před 5 lety

    Great buy!!!

  • @arnoldm889
    @arnoldm889 Před 5 lety +52

    The irony of a guy with about 7 cars renting one.....

    • @juliusceasar9769
      @juliusceasar9769 Před 5 lety +2

      But his alone and no one to drive the car back to his home. Renting one he could leave the car at the rental and drive back the truck without worries.

    • @bugaboo55411
      @bugaboo55411 Před 5 lety +5

      Think you missed the whole point of the video

    • @arnoldm889
      @arnoldm889 Před 5 lety +2

      @@bugaboo55411 your mom missed the point 😋

  • @sirsavagethe21st56
    @sirsavagethe21st56 Před 5 lety +6

    5:11 I saw someone from my country bid how nice :)

    • @mipmipmipmipmip
      @mipmipmipmipmip Před 5 lety +2

      how much would transportation cost?

    • @sirsavagethe21st56
      @sirsavagethe21st56 Před 5 lety +2

      @@mipmipmipmipmip depends on the car, Ford trucks here are a common thing so that would run whoever is buying it like 5 to 10k or they could just fly out if the country and get it themselves.

  • @zoneb609
    @zoneb609 Před 5 lety

    Very good score right there! Those are very, very nice vehicles

  • @Brianj1529
    @Brianj1529 Před 5 lety

    What a steal good find!!!

  • @odelljimenez7936
    @odelljimenez7936 Před 5 lety +37

    The real question is does Samcracc have a full time job?

    • @jackiechan_wtf4041
      @jackiechan_wtf4041 Před 5 lety +19

      Running a successful YT channel is a full time job and it pays well.

  • @johnnyregs2378
    @johnnyregs2378 Před 5 lety +67

    Hey Sam those corollas have lotus engines in them 😂

    • @16driver16
      @16driver16 Před 5 lety +6

      I own one and the 1zzfe isnt impressive on its own, but trd made a supercharger for the 2004-2005 and i hear it can be modified to fit later models. The 2zzfe xrs model was a good one, and came with a 6spd manual.

    • @cperone2000
      @cperone2000 Před 5 lety +6

      *those lotuses have corolla engines in them. all toyota’s work

    • @johnnyregs2378
      @johnnyregs2378 Před 5 lety

      @@cperone2000 that was the joke you feckin dipshit

    • @garlicbreadjenkins5780
      @garlicbreadjenkins5780 Před 5 lety

      @@johnnyregs2378 thats called r/whooosh dipshit

  • @stacyboots1818
    @stacyboots1818 Před 5 lety

    Good buy and good video.

  • @rossshallington5443
    @rossshallington5443 Před 5 lety

    That was a great deal! I'm looking to get one myself in the next week or two.

  • @jerlaine1638
    @jerlaine1638 Před 5 lety +4

    That moment you buy a truck that can't tow, to tow....
    Good luck with that

  • @TheTechCguy
    @TheTechCguy Před 4 lety +5

    Repoed is just about as great as a certified used vehicle or raw used vehicle.

  • @shostis
    @shostis Před 5 lety

    Amazing truck for such a good price, jealous!

  • @DV-tc1yr
    @DV-tc1yr Před 5 lety

    I had a RL and loved it. Got a 17 pilot touring now