Will It RUN AND DRIVE 600 Miles Home?1968 Buick LeSabre 400 FORGOTTEN For 26 YEARS! 

That muffled, "Bring the thunder", from inside the car, was the best one ever. Real enthusiasm!

Bentley shouting out “Bring the thunder!” was priceless! 25:27

13:15 Fisher Body. That means it was built in Janesville, Wisconsin. Which means there's a good chance my grandfather worked on this very car.

I work at a repair shop all day yet find myself at night relaxing watching you! Love what you do and loved that you brought the kids in on this one. Keep doin' what you do!

I’d rather watch this instead of any movie on Netflix. This has humor and great music. What else could a guy want? Greetings from Sweden.

When your kid yelled, “bring the thunder!” I had to chuckle. Teachin’ em good Derek. 👍🏻

Love the fact that your son is involved. It took the air out of me when the junk yard wouldn't let me bring my son in. My son is now an accomplished mechanic. I'm happy to see your son involved

This is so cool. Seeing a dad with his boy working on a car is so special and important. It does my heart good to see Dad working with his boy and teaching him odds and ends. My dad was a gear head and an incredible mechanic. He was so mean and neglectful that I learn next to nothing from him. He wouldn’t teach me anything without screaming and yelling and being abusive. I would have given anything for a relationship like this with my dad. This is what memories are made if for this young man. Much respect.

He talks to himself just like I do while working on my car. "You think I can fit under there? Probably not." This channel is pure gold. BRING THE THUNDER!!!

I am a 56 year old man and to this day my fondest memories are wrenching with my dad who passed away when I was 13 . When you showed Bentlee that hot wrench it brought a tear to my eyes thinking about my old man.

My dad had a 1973 Buick Lesabre. The car was wider than John Candy's ass (R.I.P.) it had a 350 in it. I helped him work on that car many times. One of the big jobs he did was replacing the cam shaft. One lobe was rounded down from a stuck hydraulic lifter. tap tap tap was louder when the engine was cold. I was the flashlight holding master back then 😂 But I learned so much from my father in general. Being a homeowner and fixing things myself, to working on my own cars today. Thanks dad and thank you for this channel. I continue to learn more and get smiles from videos like this with awesome memories of childhood.

This Buick was built when GM still cared about quality. I love old Buicks because I had one. I really enjoy your adventures.

When the youngun piped in with “BRING THE THUNDER!” I just knew all was well in the world even if it’s just for an hour!🤣

"I did somehow find a piece of carpet to lay on." Made me laugh.

Omgosh....married 55 yrs to a year head...we got married right out of high school at 17 and 18....started our family of two sons....that was nearing the last few years of the sixties(67 to be exact). We watch you all the time! I did my time under the hood and under the car with my husband.....enough to know most of the sounds of trouble and what it means and all the working parts! And we can soooo relate to the things and trouble you run into!!! It's just fun to watch a younger year head!! Of course the new vehicles are pretty much out of our scope! Of course we bought a new GMC truck in 2021 and I was driving....passing a truck at 80 and heard a noise and all the lights came on....we looked at each other and I said uh oh Jerry this is bad and he agreed....we kept looking and listening while I pulled into a nearby roadside....I said that sounds like a lifter and my husband agreed! After a week of frustration we found out it was a collapsed lifter and GMC made a deal with us on a new Ford pick up! Talked your head off....sorry!! Just so much fun talking to you about cars!

Have to say Vice Grip Garage has been one of the most enjoyable channels I have stumbled across here on youtube. The commentary is prolly the best I have ever heard. So many new terms for mechanical parts, that myself as a lifelong mechanic can totally get so much joy out of. Thanks for making great videos and taking us along with you on your journey. I always look forward to a new video, gettin after those sparkalaters, fuel makin happeners, and lightning tubes. Keep up the great work!!!

"Bring the Thunder!" Way to go Kiddo!

That kiddo' yellin "BRING THE THUNDER!!" is exactly what this world needs right now

Some of your best work here Derek, Dont let those guys at motortrend ruin your style.

I love every minute of your videos. I've learned so much about fixing vehicles as well as how to stay calm when dealing with disaster. I hope I'm not out of line making a suggestion that you pull out the sparkalaters and shoot some juice down the bores b4 trying to free a stuck engine. It helps ease her back into operation with less damage. Works for me most times

"Maybe yell at it a little!?!" ... "git on there!" That youngin' is just a gem! Both of them boys are gold!

Hearing his kid say "Bring the thunder" just made my day. Always great to see a father and son spend quality time together, which is rare to see these days. You're a great father.

Bentley is so lucky to go on the trips with you. Both my boys were at my elbow all the time fixing our 2nd hand daily drivers. I do not believe anyone will rescue the cars being built today. jim and nena in fort worth

THANKS FOR THE GREAT VIDEOS, WHAT A GREAT IDEA TO TAKE YOUR LAD ALONG WITH YOU, THE TIMES YOU ARE REPAIRING YOUR CARS TOGETHER WILL BE SOMETHING HE WILL LOOK BACK UPON WHEN HE IS OLDER WITH A GREAT DEAL OF PRIDE, I AM IN THE UK UNFORTUNATELY SEE VERY FEW OF THE BIG AMERICAN CARS NOW, NOT LIKE IN THE SIXTIES, NOW NEARLY EIGHTY JUST WISH I COULD SPEND TIME AMONGST THOSE GREAT CARS , MUCH APPRECIATE YOUR GREAT SENCE OF HUMOUR, ALL THE BEST TO YOURSELF AND FAMILY PETE FROM UK.

When the youngster said bring the thunder!!!! That was perfect, can’t ask for anything more awesome 🤩 that will tug on guys heart string.

The best thing about the guy is the way he handles his kids. Giving them jobs makes them confident and responsible as well as capable. I'm sure they love it.

It's great that you are getting your kids involved!!!! Reminds of when my son and I worked on different project cars. Spent a lot of time with me at my garage helping with customer's cars. When he was finishing high school; he wanted to apprentice under me and get his Canadian mechanic's license; but we convinced him to go to university and his BA in automotive engineering. Letting him know he could always come back to the shop if he wanted. He's now working for GM in Warren Mich. at the resource and development center division. He's always loved vehicles and is now passing that on to his son working on pro-streeting a 64 Chevy II.

Came across your videos a little bit ago. Always a good laugh. I cant think of any channel like this. The humor, fixing cars and driving them home, and the complete honesty in rigging the car not hiding it. I wish you had a tv show. But keep the video length. I was a store manager/District manager for AutoZone and Advance Auto Parts 16 years. Never for Orielys. Had the chance but didn't.

“My youngest human that I’m responsible for...” made me laugh a bit

Derek's humor and patience has literally helped a feller stay calm and patient on my own project. I get frustrated and hear Derek's voice say " would someone help me understand!" Feel better instantly. Best channel on RU-vid by a mile.

Bently is a VERY good worker, I'd keep him around!!!

Hi Derek I love your passion for the older vehicles I miss working on cars myself I really enjoy your videos and the quality time that you spend with your family working in the repair shop 👍

"I some how managed to find some carpet to lay on". 🤣🤣🤣

OMG his "BRING THE THUNDER" you are raising him right.

I also enjoy you bringing Jr to this project reminds me of when I was young and the Oldman was alive .I was a mechanic for years working on over the road trks n always enjoyed having them ther, seeing Jr get around a vehicle is super cool reminds me of first time I watched my 10 yr old back a 48' flat bed into the shop over a pit .super cool dad

Glad I found this channel. Awesome videos and love them being so long. Your son hollering BRING THE THUNDER!!! Made my day. Lucky man having family involved in everything. Dont ever stop making these videos or change who you are.

Loved it when your boy said "bring the thunder" like his old man does.

When I did tree work I once had a client with early dementia who would constantly tell me about her 68 LeSabre that she bought with her late husband, for the better part of the week it was the topic of conversation whenever I greeted her or updated her on the work. When we were finishing up the job, she says to me, " you know I still have a Lesabre in the garage, would you like to see it?" I just about hit the ceiling with excitement, id been hearing every little detail about such a classic car the whole time id been working for her so I excitedly took her up on her offer. She grabs her keys and leads me to the garage to show me an ABSOLUTELY MINT...... 2001 Lesabre............ She hops in the car, fires up all 3 liters of engine and exclaims "Made out of solid steel, just like they should be" as she pats the plastic paneling. I was SOOOO disappointed but what can you do? I feigned my excitement and shared the moment with her, because in her head she was still driving that 1968 she purchased with her husband. Moral of the story is this; Even with dementia, these cars are so sweet you cant forget them.

I watch a lot of your videos and I can't get over how really good your choice of music is. Great music especially during the time lapse driving part

My heart broke for you when those brand new tires and rims didn't fit. I was so sad for you but you just handled it like a champion and got it done. You're awesome Derek!!!!

Hearing your youngest human yell, "Bring the thunder!" just makes everything right in this world.

When the boy yells “bring the thunder”... epic

Honestly, I love watching these videos because it just relaxes me. I just put the channel on automatic and listen. Don't even need to watch. Thanks for all your work Derek! Keep bringing the content!

Hi Derek and Family ! Been enjoying your vlogs for the last year or so. Absolutely hilarious !! But I have to say I do learn alot and that came in handy today on one of our old work trucks today. Long hard Friday on the job and just wanted to get home for an adult beverage. NOPE. No starter. Checked battery- good. Checked fuses and relays- good. Checked for 12vdc at the starter relay- good with key- good. About to give up and remembered an old trick you use ALOT !!! Had the kid dive under the truck and used the Tanya Harding (24oz) "lightly" tapping on her for a couple minutes..BAM ! She cranked and started right up. Got back to the ranch and shut down. Needed to tap again to get a restart, so guess I am swapping the starter in the am. Thank you for the tip as well as many more !! Take care of yourself my friend. Not sure what I would watch after enjoying so many great times with you !!! God Bless !!!

Love that he expresses anger and frustrations without cussing in such a great way that you enjoy it

I love this show . Im in a rehab hospital after having a stroke and Derek your show has given me hours of entertainment Thank you for giving me relief from my troubles . Paul Australia.

One of the very few channels I don't get bored with. Your style is educational and relaxing... kinda homey feel to it. Thanks.

I love the way Derek thinks out loud, in his quirky manner of technical explaining. His boy probably learns just by being around his pop.

Bentley repeating the things his dad says like “bring the thunder” and “get outta there” was the best.

The boy yelling "BRING THE THUNDER" just made my day. And thank you for suffering for our entertainment.

Love your show and your sense of humor, I wish I could do what you do. All my life I love to work on old cars but I never did. That's why I love your show. Keep the good work. Thanks. Dohel.

This kid is lucky. He is learning from a smart man. I love his humor! thank you for putting this up! My first car was a Brown 1968 Buick LeSabre 4Door. This brought back many memories.

Days like theese with your son are priceless, he will never forget.

You can just tell this man is an incredibly relaxing presence.

i just found your channel a few weeks ago and i am loving the videos. i really enjoy when your wife and children join you, especially when they are chuckling at you in the background. it is just another thing i enjoy about your videos. thanks!

Every single video you post is well worth the time spent watching. Thank you for sharing your knowledge. And PLEASE Don’t ever stop, I absolutely love this content 💪👊🏼. Great job.

Love seeing the kids join you, they are making life long memories. “BRING THE THUNDER!!”

Bentley is going to remember these trips the rest of his life.

Another good one Derek! Truly enjoy these old land yacht revivals, many thanks for the enjoyable entertainment! Love to see the interaction with your "littlest human"! Great again!

I’m not too into 4 doors but this Buick is gorgeous! I love the body lines and those mag wheels are spot on. Good job Derek!!

Sitting here watching the premier and had no idea a pan in my kitchen was on fire. Great.

" She's Lotta vitamins and dinosaurs" Fucking gold.

I love the way you analyze, form a plan start at point a then go to two and then c and then four! I only wish I could be as patient as you are when I work on my own vehicle LOL sometimes I may be a wrench thrower and that's no good. I like the fact that the kids are starting out getting the basics when they're young I just think you're an awesome dude man keep up the good work

After watching a bunch of your other adventures home this one seems to be somewhat pleasurable! Love the guys stuff, keep er going! Let’s get updates on what you did with some of these cool rides!!

That little human is learning so much! Yet he doesn’t even know it. Excellent parenting!

This kept my attention better than most modern superhero movies.

That "bring the thunder!" from the little dude it what makes this so enjoyable. I want to rig mine up to play a recording of that every time my key goes in the ignitionator on my old 73.

Great work Derek! What an enjoyable journey you brought us on... I can see why this video is your most popular. A+ content for sure!

"These wrenches are hot.....""Feel this"..."owww"..."well I told you they were hot" LMFAO Derek you crack me up

Excellent as usual. The young feller stole the show with the “Bring the thunder”.

Out of all this seems to be my go to video every morning when I'm at work . I work for ACI in Grandrapids Michigan. I like it when you're little man saids bring the thunder. Or when he is wiggling the battery cables and he saids smoke. Or when he watches a tool go flying on one of the start ups just before the lady comes up and started asking questions. Lol

The music and driving montages makes it super relaxing before bed. Sweet rig too!

This guy is the Bob Ross of junkyard car resurrection

Lots of kids that need a pops like this fr, god bless this mans soul.

It is awesome watching you and your small human spending time together.. my father never would have done stuff like this. In fact the only time I remember him opening the hood is when he burned his hand in the radiator cap.... Anyhoo.. thanks for being you

You working with your boy there remind's me so much of my childhood with my Dad, an all trades mechanic, I would follow him around and do my thing right along side him. Nicely done Derek.

If there's one thing I've learned from this channel, it's that home is always 600 miles away.

A word about the Vise Grip wrench (notice the correct spelling) I grew up about 20 miles from the original factory and developer of the Vise Grip Wrench. Mr. Petersen started his factory in DeWitt, Nebraska. He was a welder and Blacksmith in the small farming community and he designed the Vise Grip for his own personal use to hold things while he welded etc around the shop. So many farmers loved the wrench he made and the demand kept growing for more of them. Soon he had a factory going with all kinds of equipment and 350 employees. The wrench wa so popular it soon was in demand world wide. When farmers could not take the time to repair equipment with a weld, they just clamped it with a Vise Grip until they could stop for repairs. When Mr. Petersen passed away his widow ran the business for a s long as she was able. Meanwhile her kids had no interest in the business as they had all gone off to do their own thing. When the widow passed away they put the factory up for sale. A company called American Tool from Chicago bought it and ran it for a while. But they eventually needed a tax write off so they sold it to Rubber Maid Corp. They in turn sold the rights to China and closed the factory instantly putting 350 people out of work. Now the wrenches are made in China. The Chinese are very good at coppying the look of the wrench but not the quality of the original Petersen Vise Grip wrench. The teeth are soft and strip out and the clamping handles will bend if you put too much pressure on them. If you buy used Vise Grips look for the stamp that says, :Petersen Vise Grip Wrench, DeWitt, Nebraska". Those are still betetr than anything you can buy new today.

I’m SO glad I found you again I’ve missed your humerus ingenuity and mechanic knowledge.

I’ve just watched this again for, I think, the third time. I got to say, it encapsulates all that there is to admire about Derek and what he does. The inclusion of his family (Bentleys ‘bring the thunder’ made me chuckle) an achingly cool old car and the dedication and determination he showed to get in out of that grave yard and back home 600 miles. Big fan over here in the UK. 👍🏻👍🏻

Just a dad and his son working on an old car together, couldn't get anymore wholesome

I’m actually at the hospital having my last child and idk what I’m more excited for!!!!!! Thank you Derek and family for your time !! I’m a HAPPY MAN TODAY!!!

Gary I agree. I love how you and your sons hang out. So wonderful. The cars of course.

Going back when this 65 year old feller was young in Ohio, Exxon was called Standard oil. And then Sohio. Atlas was their house brand. Great father son video there guy. Love this channel.

Seeing the little guy grow up around cars, hanging with pops and watching him wrench, gives me hope for some of the future generations.

The only "hour plus" long videos on RU-vid that I will watch in entirety. I have been absolutely hooked on this channel!

Derek. Thanks so much for keeping me entertained. I own a parking lot company here in Texas. I have a ton of signs you might like for your shop. I even have a classic Walmart Pickup sign in orange! Lol. I'll send them to you for nothing if you like. Just let me know. Keep up the great work! Thanks!

Dude you was raised right. Your always cracking me up without constantly dropping the f bomb And patient as they come. You lead by example With your kiddos.

She's a keeper! She wasn't ready to rust away, lot of life left in that old gal!

At 25:26 When your boy shouts "BRING THE THUNDER!!!" Thats one of those moments that just warms my heart lmao Good on yuh

This is one of my favorite videos from VGG I also like the white Cadillac and the more recent white Camaro. There is something that just fascinates a guy about pulling old Merica iron out of ruts in the ground and weeds. P.S. Bee nests are usually a plus!!!

I really enjoyed this video. Such a nice car, and rode in a model like that one. They are smooth riding cars.. of course that ride was back in the 80s. Keep them coming, love your videos. WIsh I could buy some merch..But we are struggling at this time with money and bills. Barely enough for food every month.

I’m sure most everyone will agree that your living my dreams, your such a lucky man

Dad of the year, hide and seek in the cars. Your a good man VGG.

Stumbled upon this very episode in Jan and today is my most anticipated RU-vid channel. Started watching and first impression was hmm is this just another backyard Joe. Nope had that wrong. Derek your style and flow are perfect. Never change.

New sub. My first video was the Stude which was great to watch you bring her back to life, great running car. Now this Buick is another surprise. Really enjoy watching you step by step resurrect these cars. You're a damn good mechanic. Gotta good sidekick working with you.

I just love these "will it run and drive" series- the road trip parts are fantastic!!...dont stop doin what your doin~

Your son is having the best days of his life, being with you all the time and helping out. Such delight being with Dad and learning!

I had 1 66 laster Thanx for saving it Great Content 👍Have a Great Day God Bless America 🇺🇸

good to see you getting your boy involved, hopefully he enjoys it and continues on in that direction when he gets older.