Good tips, however its VERY rare that a car doesn't have any bondo, even if a car never had rust, when they're repainted, a body shop will probably use bondo somewhere on the car. Unless of course you just paint over paint, which like he said is a horrible idea and I'm shocked it's done so often
Forget the interior and body, that can cover up issues. Don't buy them unless you can crawl under them or get them on a lift. You're a fool if you spend big bucks on an old car without looking UNDER IT.
The man knows his stuff. If you're young. You can do most of the stuff on your own. You need a garage to take the parts off. Sand down the car, where it's needed. Do a little body work. It takes patience and time. But when you do it yourself. You'll get more satisfaction, when it's done.
Panel fit and tolerances on as-delivered US cars often weren't great. Absolute consistency in these matters is the sign of an "over-restored" car, as are shiny modern two-stage paint and a lot of hang-on dealer options. Some bondo is to be expected these days -- you just hope the area was prepared properly first. Collectors' dilemma is: save 5 classic cars "the affordable way", or 1-2 cars the expensive way? I'd rather preserve as many as possible, w/o doing anything that will prevent a full/correct resto later. These cars will long outlive any single owner; you've gotta think of their future.
The pinch weld on the rear quarter lower rear quarter that tells you all you need to know about a car cuz if it don't feel right it ain't right and it's going to cost you thousands to fix
When you pay the amount of money for these cars it definitely matters. Im a level A auto body tech, and ANYTHING classic, or collectable we cut the rust completely out and weld new metal in. Tedious work. Exactly why jay leno says you can't restore these cars in a weekend. You can if you bondo it, and cheat, but REAL body men will take about a year or so due to the amount of fabrication needed to make it all new again, and the curves and shapes. Fun fact, english wheels are still highly relevant in classic car restoration 😁 Before the time of stamped panels.
@@traetuusplays8987 Not everyone is made out of money. Yet, we still enjoy driving classic cars. Corvair is great example, as they are still "affordable" in reasonable condition as are many VW bugs. The bondo/plastic filler location must be checked in both these examples as both the Corvair and VWs rust easily.
@John, you're right. That's why it's super important to know if a car has fiberglass filler in it. If the seller wants $25,000 for a car and claims it's in mint condition, but you're looking for a driver and you're fine with some Bondo, you can talk him down some.
disagree a lot. You do not have to strip a car to bare metal. Yea you can, but you can also DA the car with 180 grit, 220, then 320. Spray 2 coats of nice primer sealer, then base and clear.
I would think stripping a multi-painted car down to the bare metal and also disassembling it prior to bodywork and painting could easily cost $30K or more.
I''m thinking it would depend on the car and also where you take it. If you are able to disassemble and reassemble a good portion of the car, that will help mitigate costs.
The guy just pointed out a few things to look for, its not like he just taught you everything about his trade in 7 mins.
Very beautiful amazing cars wow beautiful looking cars very beautiful colours
Great video, thanks for sharing 😘
Good tips, however its VERY rare that a car doesn't have any bondo, even if a car never had rust, when they're repainted, a body shop will probably use bondo somewhere on the car. Unless of course you just paint over paint, which like he said is a horrible idea and I'm shocked it's done so often
Excellent
Forget the interior and body, that can cover up issues. Don't buy them unless you can crawl under them or get them on a lift. You're a fool if you spend big bucks on an old car without looking UNDER IT.
You’re a fool if you buy any car that isn’t brand new without looking under it. And look close! A quick glance will miss anything slightly hidden
The man knows his stuff. If you're young. You can do most of the stuff on your own. You need a garage to take the parts off. Sand down the car, where it's needed. Do a little body work. It takes patience and time. But when you do it yourself. You'll get more satisfaction, when it's done.
Panel fit and tolerances on as-delivered US cars often weren't great. Absolute consistency in these matters is the sign of an "over-restored" car, as are shiny modern two-stage paint and a lot of hang-on dealer options. Some bondo is to be expected these days -- you just hope the area was prepared properly first. Collectors' dilemma is: save 5 classic cars "the affordable way", or 1-2 cars the expensive way? I'd rather preserve as many as possible, w/o doing anything that will prevent a full/correct resto later. These cars will long outlive any single owner; you've gotta think of their future.
that guy looks like the grandpa from mr pickles
very good
super
The pinch weld on the rear quarter lower rear quarter that tells you all you need to know about a car cuz if it don't feel right it ain't right and it's going to cost you thousands to fix
I want my first car to be a sick classic and blast some fucking guns n roses in it
i use a plastic covered magnet to check for filler you can tell how deep the filler is if it does not stick its bad filler job .
What about on an aluminum body?
Thomas Mulhall not an issue on classic cars..
You gotta scrutinize the car. Don't let the car do the same to you.
is a little filler a bad thing. I have a 58 Ford and the rear fender was rusted, I had it filled. Most old cars have some filler.
My 69 Ford has a filler in the rear fender, it is almost impossible to notice unless you really look at it.
When you pay the amount of money for these cars it definitely matters. Im a level A auto body tech, and ANYTHING classic, or collectable we cut the rust completely out and weld new metal in. Tedious work. Exactly why jay leno says you can't restore these cars in a weekend. You can if you bondo it, and cheat, but REAL body men will take about a year or so due to the amount of fabrication needed to make it all new again, and the curves and shapes. Fun fact, english wheels are still highly relevant in classic car restoration 😁 Before the time of stamped panels.
@@traetuusplays8987 Not everyone is made out of money. Yet, we still enjoy driving classic cars. Corvair is great example, as they are still "affordable" in reasonable condition as are many VW bugs. The bondo/plastic filler location must be checked in both these examples as both the Corvair and VWs rust easily.
@John, you're right. That's why it's super important to know if a car has fiberglass filler in it. If the seller wants $25,000 for a car and claims it's in mint condition, but you're looking for a driver and you're fine with some Bondo, you can talk him down some.
Do you really have to take the car apart to paint it
good vid but a thousand to strip a car dreamer
Got to know how to fix what u buying first off all the cars in this video are way to nice to drive with out hours of cleaning
disagree a lot. You do not have to strip a car to bare metal. Yea you can, but you can also DA the car with 180 grit, 220, then 320. Spray 2 coats of nice primer sealer, then base and clear.
I would not buy that 1957 Bel Air at any cost.
Why’s that?
I would think stripping a multi-painted car down to the bare metal and also disassembling it prior to bodywork and painting could easily cost $30K or more.
I''m thinking it would depend on the car and also where you take it. If you are able to disassemble and reassemble a good portion of the car, that will help mitigate costs.
That magnet looks a little heavy you supposed to use cheap refrigerator magnets
Hope that magnet is felted, which I imagine it is. Guy knows his stuff. This goes for ALL cars. Thumbs up from me.
It isn't sadly, look closely.
Where is your video......rookie!
Sloppy paintjob on a Rolls, i mean wtf?!
What about frame rust bozos
This guy is a gink
My life is much easier because I don’t lust after some really bad cars