How to Buy a Parts Car to Fix Your Daily Driver
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- čas přidán 28. 11. 2016
- Learn when you should buy a "parts car", how to buy a parts car, and how to make money off the parts you remove from the car. In this episode I fix my Jaguar using parts from a another Jaguar, but first I show you the process of getting a parts car and how profitable it can be if you do it right!
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I remember the video where you brought the jag... it's been a year already!?!? Wow, time flies.
No joke, It felt like 3-4 months, really time flies.
+Mark Bythne same here!
Geeky Gamers forreals i remember buying my first car looking at most of the stuff he did in the video
Geeky Gamers that's what I said! He posted on January 6 2016
I feel so old ...
You should do a video on cleaning your car seats.
Nate Miller yeah!
And restoring them a bit :)
That is a good idea! One Jag seat is torn so maybe I will do a video repairing it!
When I had a parts car my neighbour kicked up a fuss about it making the street look trashy then had the audacity to call the cops on me claiming I had a stolen car....
Same here. Wait a second....
You're MY FUCKING NEIGHBOR
car channel no he's not
Ha!
Should've parked it in front of his house
At some point a residential neighborhood is not a scrapyard. I do understand the complaint if it would be for a long time.
For a fun drinking game, take a shot everytime Chris says parts
Julius. I read your comment before watching the clip. The word parts really stood out. Lol. 👍🇬🇧
Challenge accepted... *if i die, it's your fault*
⚰️
Parts parts 3000000 times
Or, on any other video, "medium strength threadlocker"
Chris, you need to buy a garage with a car lift!
New fundraiser ?
From the looks of it I don't think he has enough vertical space unless he vaults the roof.
Chris can get one of those portable units you slide under that can lift the car which use ATF fluid.
IIGrayfoxII Just like the one Jay Leno uses in this garage, I would love to have one but it's $25,000 a piece.
He might be able to get one, but can the general audience be able to get one? The whole point of the video is to show that anybody can work on their car.
Man, I can't wait to start disassembling my parts car, this is going to be fun! Thanks again for the advice, never would have thought about this prior, but it makes complete sense. Now I just need to find one for the 240!
I am pumped for that as well! It is going to be a good time plus awesome info for our subscribers!
Saabkyle04 Love your vids
The next video to complete the series comes out in an hour!!! I post updates on Instagram and Facebook so follow me there! Thanks guys!
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ChrisFix why not try rallycross
I will but one project at a time! Takes a long time to plan and film all of these projects!
ChrisFix why do you not show your face in camera
ChrisFix plz make a video of the long hand brake for you drift car please make a video Thank You
The car is not only "Similar" its almost the same,except that yours has a navigation unit,and the parts car only has the standard radio,also,i suggest switching the seats,because the ones on the parts car are in better condition,and you should take off the wheels off the parts car,and keep them as winter wheels...
You've got one of the best car channels out there! I just ordered a key chain, mirror stickers and a bumper sticker for my truck I'm getting Friday. I plan on using a lot of your videos to make my truck run better and be more enjoyable. Keep making videos they're super detailed and helpful
Now you have two Jaguar parts cars
I love the amount of time you put into these video, makes me feel like I can do anything when it comes to auto repair
Thanks a lot! I really appreciate this comment after all the time that went into this video and the next one to make this series!
Hey Chris, I'm actually getting my own parts car today! I just wanted to thank you for the content you create, and giving me the confidence to work on stuff myself. From starting to small with cleaning my windshield and fixing cracks in it, then gaining confidence and doing an entire brake job, to now buying a whole parts car for my daily driver! I've made plenty of mistakes along the way, but I've truly enjoyed every moment of the journey so far. I have always loved cars, and I have you to thank for inspiring me to work on them myself. I am truly grateful, and look forward to whatever you have planned next for your channel.
Love Chris, he is the reason I started doing my own oil changes, brakes, ball joints, trans service, diff service, etc. bravo Chris.
Finally A video from Chris fix who's exited.
ME! Even though i was hoping for the hydraulic handbrake instalation
Diy Mix excited ***
I'm pumped!!!
Endre, the handbrake video will happen once I get delivery of my racing seats. I need to put the seats in to find the right spot for the hand brake.
I see, I am thinking of buying an old car my self to use as a drift car, so this DriftStang series is just perfect! Keep up the greate videos man! Have a good one!
actually when Chris says "in the next video", my heart is breaking in pieces
ChrisFix is my go-to for proper car maintenance. Saving money along the way. Thanks ChrisFix!
I can't believe how happy I was when I saw a new ChrisFix video in my home screen! Thanks Chris, you have no idea how happy you make a lot of us!
In our food delivery business we have parts trucks and vans sitting out back for all of our active vehicles . Besides parts they are good to practice on. I recently had to replace the valve seals (with the heads on) on our active 2003 Dodge Caravan. I practiced the whole job on the old 2001 Caravan sitting out back to make sure I could do it correctly without any snags. I also took the old rocker covers from the 2001 and cleaned them prior to the job so I could just throw them on the 2003 after doing the valve seals. It saved time and got the job done faster. I also needed a few small parts so I just ran out back and got them off the old one.
Really appreciate how much work you put in. Keep it up brother man!
ChrisFix, you are a truly eloquent utilitarian. I salute you. So glad I came across this video after watching five so far. Keep up the hustle!
one can see that you always put so much effort into your videos, taking each step and detail into consideration, thanks for your work man
Bought my first car using your tutorial, helped a lot :D
Always excited to see a new vid from you man! this is gonna be a great series! great work :)
You have helped me to find great tips and tricks to make any car a better car. Keep up the awesome videos! Really appreciated the Sea-foam video and other cleaning videos you have made.
Neighbors must be like WTF is this guy doing he has two of the same cars?! Wat??
lol
Vivek Anand it's pretty common around here. I have 6 vehicles in my backyard
Vivek Anand
My father has 3 lol
Benedict Benjo Damm hillbillies
Snoopy
Lmao!
0:00 imagine chris started a car company AND it started like that..
I love your videos so much, the first video I saw I instantly subscribed, finally someone that can actually fix stuff! Your amazing, you take care of all of my questions, even my rood brother said your videos are cool. Thanks for replying to most comments, and thinking of all the things possible and making sure you take care of are concerns. Bye!
I love your editing, especially that transition at 1:28 lol. Trust me, it doesn't go unnoticed.
"On the next video"
Goddamn it Chris.
lol!!
I was going to make a 30min video but that isnt a good idea! Rather have 2 videos because CZcams doesnt like long videos.
I love your videos so much!!... I learn a lot from them.
You got my full attention. As my final exams will be done next week, I'm waiting on your next episode in this winter break. Excited
+Nguyen Nguyen awesome! Good luck with exams!
okay, you know the feeling when you complete a task like this on your vehicle and you're so satisfied with yourself? I get that feeling from watching you do your videos with how thorough and knowledgable you are with your rides. Awesome job Chris, I don't know how I just now found your channel but I'm glad I did!
+ClutchUpProductions that's awesome and thanks a lot!
ChrisFix I will get it done today and tomorrow so I can go to the bank to get it done before it gets too late
Chris
how long you are gonna take to upload that video
i am so excited to watch it
i cant wait any more
did he?
10 million subscribers 0:25 LOL!!
lol
Good eye!
J. Ranc ikr
J. Ranc was that fail or what how could be
Subliminal message?
freaking love your editing. and your vids as always. I love you chrisfix!!
Never thought of buying a used car for parts, ima look into it now since i have and 07 dodge caliber with a damaged front, and other issues, awesome video, this really helped me.
can't wait till the next video
Been there, done that. I needed new synchro rings in a Getrag trans. $1800 repair bill. $3000 for a new trans. Picked up a wreck for $1500. Swapped in the trans, then sold the rest of the parts for $2800. Free repair plus a profit!
This project is so exciting! Good luck man
Thanks for keeping your "maintenance" videos coming Chris! I'm not much into your driftstang.. but I love the idea, that we'll get a bunch of videos on an import! .. sweet
Jaguar+jaguar+mustang+truck= confused Neighbours
Damien Lim Don't forget about the corvette
I was talking with my parents and a few friends today about that... If you think about it, all of the cars are fords except for the Vette. Crazy that it just happened to work that way!
Best Comment i have seen in This year, congrates, You make a Some Humane Being Happy AF
Do you still have the ford van?
Looking forward to the whole process of replacing each part.
You are by far my favorite youtuber. Keep up the fantastic work. The videos are very informative, entertaining, and help me a lot on maintaining a vehicle. I just got a 1993 explorer 5 speed manual Eddie Bauer for my first rig and now I know a lot more now that i did before watching your videos. Thank you
+Stuff stuff and More stuff thanks and congrats! The Eddie Bauer Explorers are real nice!
I love your videos @chrisfix they are always very well done and everything explained. Keep it up man.
+Double Red_Rolex thanks a lot
So excited for the next video!!!!
+MrJohnweez sameeee
ChrisFix Would you ever be doing a face reveal? just wondering
Onenonly94 Some of his older videos he reveals his face. Not direct look at me smile kinda thing but his face if clear to see.
His videos are about the cars, not his face. Plus, wouldn't you rather keep the mystery?
PSST,
You can totally find clips of his face on here...
zzzhuh I was just curious that's all it just would be nice if he did like a q&a in front of the camera
I just found you after searching how to change a cars oil and I instantly subbed because it was so well made. I cant wait to watch more of your vids, I was never taught anything about cars (not even how to change a tire) so I'm really excited to see what I can learn from you
Sir, the videos on how to buy a car are great! Wish seen them earlier....
Thank You for your time and good job!
Karol ftom Poland-Europe
great coverage. can't wait to see the following videos
That reverse parking speaker looks like a typical piezo electric speaker
your grandma looks like a typical piezo electric speaker!
IIGrayfoxII Buy just a speaker of Ebay!!
I was thinking the same thing, how hard could it be to twist 'n tape a $1 speaker
Im sure Chris could do that, but he wants it all to be done correctly, not like a hillbilly would do it. This car was probably meant to be an investment, not a Mad Max style hack job.
Oh, guys.... I was obviously exaggerating the lowest and cheapest way to possibly hack it. Please take me more seriously.
Awesome can't wait till the next video.
Thanks!!!
This channel is so good. Lovin the mentality of squeezing every bit of money and trying to make the best out of it. DIY; the best way to do anything ❤
I was thinking the same for my Honda Civic 2009, instead of selling it or buying new parts, I decided to look for same model and buy it :). I can't wait to see the next video.
The moment you realize Your Parts car looks better then your normal car.
hahahaha i know its better looking than his fathers car
haha, but it is what's under the skin that's more important... right???
ChrisFix Hahah This Parts jag can't even run so you are absolutely right :)
hahaha this is what i was thinking maybe decide to use this car instead :D
HAHAHA.... so many haha
Damn I'm surprised you uploaded something
Been working on this series for the last 2 weeks. Day and night... Basically from 9am to 2-3am. Finally got it done!
ChrisFix you record the whole series first then upload it?
Yes, that way if anything goes wrong, I know ahead of time and can fix it so I can get the video series out. I learned that with project police interceptor.
ChrisFix ahhh I see now. Well good luck man. And thanks because you've helped me a lot with my cars. You the man.
Amazing, I look forward to it
another great upload! Love your Channel man!
I always appreciate your efforts in your video
Thanks!
The issue I find is having the place to keep the car indefinitely
She I get out my my coveralls, straw hat, corncob pipe, put on some music that's heavy on tha banjo and roll it on to the back yard because the city really rides my ass if its in the front yard
ye, not all of us have backyards!
Not a problem if you live in detroit - Leave it outside your house and it'l be gone in no time
A lot of places are ok with it if you have a car cover one it and it looks to be complete car. When your done pulling the parts you want if your not instrested in selling it or whatever you can just roll it out to the road and let it get towed
Flame Beats Yeah that can be a pain. I gave a car away that I didn't have place to store it, then moved to a apartment building and see my car i gave awat in the parking lot every day for 5 years without it moving.
I did that with 2 motorcycles. I bought 2 that were broke for super cheap, slapped them together, and got it running really nice for way cheaper than buying a running bike. I've thought about parting the rest of the parts bike out, but I also kinda figure I might as well just keep the parts for my bike... Depends on your preferences and situation for sure.
Awesome! That is the tough part... Do you sell the parts and make some money or keep it and you have parts forever haha. In reality it is all about your budget and space!!!
This is awesome dude I'm a car enthusiast yet I don't have much much knowledge like a pro would but this definitely will help me fix my 1986 Mustang LX 5.0. THANK GOD YOU EXIST BRO!
Awesome man! I am glad the video was helpful and you are enjoying the videos! The 5.0L is a beast!
Awesome!!! Looking forward for the next episode.
Great video, Chris- your Dad is a lucky man. If only we could grow a *_parts body_* for ourselves...
HUBBABUBBA DOOPYDOOP you can go to South America though
Hard to believe you had that Jag 1 year already! Time sure does fly. Great price, even with all the bull@hit additional fees......At 10:17 your legs looked fake under that vehicle. LOL
Yea if there were no fees I could have gotten it for under $1k but I guess I also wouldnt be able to buy it either since I am not a dealer so there is some tradeoff. I need to get a trailer so I can pick the car up myself and save some money!
ChrisFix You may want to look into getting a "dealers" license in NJ so you can buy/sell multiple cars. In Florida it's not that big of a deal. You need certain types of insurance, submit finger prints, and pay some fees....
Di
3k
Brilliant video Chris, well done 👏👏👏
Great video ChrisFix! Keep up the good work :D
*Waits 2 months for next video*
i think a good thing to mention is you need to be mindful that you live in a place where you won't get bothered for parting a car in your driveway, some cities even have ordinances where you can get a ticket for having a torn down car in your driveway
It is only torn down for a few days (as you will see in the next video). But great tip!!!
Dear Mr. Chris. I enjoy your movies a lot. Its so lively and filled with heart. Probably my expression is a bit weird as I am living is Jordan / Middle East. I would like to bring to your attention to inform your Respectable Dad to always fill up the gas when the gauge reaches the middle, i.e. to consider the middle mark as a mandatory mark to fill up so as to avoid any chance that the fuel pump is exposed or worn out because if that happen, you will have to remove the whole rear sub-frame to be able to lower the gas tank (pitfall engineering). This is very a very expensive job to any Jaguar rider our there unless if you have a lifter and you have the hobby and passion of working on cars. Thank you Chris for such a wonderful movie.
+John Kaplanian thanks a lot John! I told my father!
another great video! Can't wait for next one! Nice job
Do you actually speak when you do your videos or do you record the entire thing in silence and do a voice over during editing?
Both
He does both.
Mostly speak and record but any spots I mess up or if I timelapse or speed up the video, I will record right after I shoot because your voice becomes that funny chipmunk voice haha
Chris whats the name of the auction site you used?
GEEALVARADO look in the description if u can't find it the site us named dashhub
Thats a great series of videos to look forward too. I've been scratching my head on how to replace the panels on a 2003 model I got last year! look forward to the rear bumper, glove box, Steering wheel and if possible the front fenders! Thanks Chrisfix!
I am glad you are excited to see the next video!
+ChrisFix this video helps alot
I love this video. Can't wait to see the process!
I love your Energy Chris. Your videos make me upbeat and motivated to learn :D
+0penpress thanks man! It's fun to learn new things and then apply them to get a job done or create something!
He put the jag on jagstands *badumpisss*
come on man uploud the next video already! i'm so excited now!!
Andy Dufresne yeah
That is me right now :D
Ikr.
+Andy Dufresne almost done editing! Another day or two and the video will go live!
Chris: Your videos are _pure entertainment_ for *real* car guys!!!⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Really Great Video Chris!!!
Chris, are you planning on doing some christmas giveaways? That would be cool :)
I have a Christmas video coming out with all my "Top Gift Ideas"
ChrisFix Great! I really need some good gift ideas
I have some good ones! I use so many products all year that it is so easy to come up with a bunch of good ones!
ChrisFix I hope there's something I can buy for my dad :) Great video btw!
For sure there will be!
Is there an ETA on the next video? I'm really looking forward to it.
Dude, I am a big fan of your videos and you give me inspiration to work on my car.
I enjoy watching your videos. Always looking forward to your next upload.
How to buy a Jaguar:
Step 1: Don't.
Step 2: Buy 2
ChrisFix #ChrisFixClapback love ya, Chris. Glad to see you going to collab with Saabkyle.
EnclaveGames I'm sorry but that is an awesome comeback
Step 3: Strip one and wishing you had a car hoist to use.
Thanks EnclaveGames! I am pumped! I will be driving down to see him in a week!
if only we knew how to tear a car apart like Chris fix
use forums and service manuals, i get my manuals for free since i know where to look but thats besides the point, if you need to do anything to a car or truck the online forums usually have someone that got atleast half the info youll need and the rest i usually find in the manuals lol
L3G1T which manual? Haynes manual and what kind of forums all I see is people listing topics about the issues they have with their cars
It is just a bunch of bolts! Not hard at all. I did a lot of searching on forums and stuff for parts I wasnt sure about!
ChrisFix That's exactly how I think of it lol!
ChrisFix yes but if a newbie was asked how to fix a car with a broken headlight assembly he wouldn't know how to do it so you actually have to learn some place to replace the whole assembly I doubt forums could teach that
I'm actually glad I watched this, only because I got an impala and I wanted to swap some the parts especially interior, saved a ton of money buying one thanks!
Wow you just came out with this video??!! I've been binge watching all your other videos keep it up man
+crazypo0d0g thanks a lot!
was that me or did the video show him having 10,000,000 subs
lmao when you really want that diamond plaque
lol in what part?
laucha bleiz th
When he shows his old CZcams video s
Professional Automotive Detailing oh hahah
Professional Automotive Detailing Easter egg
"But it won't stop me from stripping the car, which you'll see in the next video".
That killed me inside, hopefully you'll actually upload.
Nice detailed video! I got a parts truck for 98 Dodge and I have saved and made so much money from it.
Great! I Got it Right! Looking forward for the next videos, i´m planning to do the exact same thing from some time now, maybe with your tips i can finally go through and buy myself a parts cars as well.
Now I am tempted to buy a parts car just to strip it and sell all the parts separately XD
Just f'n around with a 95' lincon town car that was about $50 in gas to get ended up bringing pretty good money just by selling the wheels, cat, and rest of the car separate (all parts sold as scrap)
You can certainly make good money if you know what to pick and where to sell, until the tax man catches on anyway.
The problem is - especially when you are in Europe: How to get rid of the stuff you can't sell (like the chassis)? Cutting everything apart, melting it and selling metal bars might be an idea. ^^
kilésengati You just cut the chassis up and sell it as scrap metal. Before cutting it try to sell it as clips, where like if someone has a unibody that gets smashed up in front the clip the front end off and weld one from another car or if its gets smash in the rear corner they just weld the rear corner on.
You can do that! Get something cheap to practice on to see how it goes so you are not out a lot of money!
Hows was your experience with dashub? I saw a car there i like. It needs fixing wish i have no problem taking on
awesome video! I would love to do something like this if i had the space and, more importantly, know how. looking forward to seeing the next update. Keep up the good work
Great video! Can't wait till the next upload
That was a year ago?? Man times going by super quick
bigGisnumber1 I saw this comment and I was like "Yeah, already one year..." then I saw your comment was one year old lmao
another AWESOME video chris, but GET A NEW STEERING WHEEL FOR THE DRIFTSTANG
I WANT A VIDEO ON THAT!
That would be convenient since my mustangs wheel is in about the same condition. luckily a steering wheel cover hides it well.
Its also super bad for drifting, fat and not comftorable for stuff like that, he should get a nice skinny one.
I just got it ordered! Stay tuned!!!
Awesome, thanks for replying!
This is one of the most useful channels on CZcams
+Rodney de la Cruz thanks Rodney!
Great Videos Chris keep it up and don't lose that motivation
I Love your videos😃👍🏻❤️
Thanks Samuel!
0:25 what happened to your 10 million subs?
007K wait wtf
007K wtf 😂
Good catch. I dont think he ever had 10 mil subscribers.
007K seriously though I see it 1000000 sub
Idk what happened LOL, I looked up his social blade and it doesn't look like he ever did, ut I still love his videos none the less!
wow this makes so much sense. thanks Chris! awesome vid!
i'm a subscriber to both saabkyle and chris fix
keep it up guys you are just awesome
An electrical issue? on a Jaaaag? Imagine that ;)
Actually the Ford era Jags are less prone to it but I figured it was a good opportunity for a comment :). Can't wait to see the follow up videos. I've been considering parts vehicles for my 79 Chevy pickup restoration. If I were made of money I could just buy everything from LMC Truck but.. I'm not. lol.
A person that was made out of money? No thanks, hell just look at Pinocchio, homeboy was made of wood and couldn't tell a lie without getting a boner right in the middle of his face....
No but really that is the kinda project the buy a parts truck on and you get a lot of year models that interchange. Trust me you wouldn't want to buy every part for LMC Truck. Sometimes the are cheaper than the boneyard but their body panels are trash on those trucks, f'n doors that aren't even close and stuff like that. On thing I do recommend buying from there is the locks for the door vent windows and if needed get the hood brace kit, it's like $20, looks good, and a lot safer then screwing or welding unistrut or some of the other shifty stuff I have seen people do.
Shortbed?
Im actually assisting on restoring an 81' Chevy myself. And yes, we buy parts from LMC. Cant really beat the quality, but MAN! The parts aren't cheap and the shipping isnt either!
Apple Cola I've seen some total junk when it comes to body parts. Shipping is high but the prices are not bad when you think about it and compare to what new parts cost nowdays if the are OE parts (not the meets or exceeds standards, the OE equivalent, or 100% tested, etc) Your buying new parts for a classic truck from one central location. The general ideal is if your gonna build a truck you want to start with the a truck and not a LMC catalog if you want to build on a budget
I read that in Clarkson's voice and it was perfect! =D
haha, I know right?!?! That is why I waited a year before fixing my Dad's Jag. I wanted to make sure it was good!