Will My DREAM CAR Gran Torino Drive 260 Miles Home? Plus Day Two Mods 

This car found its dream owner, so glad to see it getting some attention already!! 🤘🇺🇲

I love that Kevin @JunkyardDigs is creating his own barn, full of future barn finds

It’s really nice to see a father and son working on projects together.

The best part of this was letting your son drive it something he will never forget

You are a great father; JD's drive at the end is every son's dream. Thanks for sharing your memory with us, just beautiful.

"You can't do something wrong correctly until you learn how to do it right." - Dalton 2023 I will teach these words to many.

THANK GOD!!! A car guy that admits he hates patina. That shit is nothing but surface rust to me as well!! I'm hooked!

In 1996, I found and bought a 1973 Torino with 29,400 original miles. It was like new, garage kept, factory belts and hoses were still on it. Paint code 2B bright red, base model with exceptions of 351W, FMX, sport gauges with tach, power disc brakes, power steering. Interior was base black bench seat. I installed rear sway bar, gas shocks, 15" x 8" wheels with fat radials, dual Flowmaster exhausts, and then drove it daily for the next 20 years without any major problems. Gave it to my son about 5 years ago because he is a better mechanic than I am. He was with me when I found it, age 5, and he grew up riding in it daily. I will always love these cars. Congrats on getting yours.

That's awesome letting J.D drive at the end! Teach them young... I remember when my Dad let me drive for the first time... I just lost my Dad Tuesday so seeing this actually made me smile.

Your reaction and expression is awesome! Every gearhead knows that feeling when the classic car gods touch your shoulder🤘🇺🇲

Now imagine him at 75, retired, sitting behind the wheel of his dream car in great condition, thinking about all the fun restoring with his son, and all the adventures that he got into over the years.

I love to watch other auto lovers get excited about something others would call junk cuz of the way it looks and/or they dunno what a real car is. I hope you get what you need to get a bigger shop but don't lose the down to earth content man. You literally do it the most affordable way possible.

One man's barn find...is another man's barn find a few years later because the first guy bought so many cars that he can't fix them all. The RU-vid car community is amazing with the way so many different channels work together on different things. It's cool that Kevin had a car that you really wanted just sitting in his barn and was happy to pass it along to you instead of just keeping it as a long term project for his own channel. Enjoy.

What I appreciate is that you do not just pull a vehicle out of a tree row, make it barely limp to your shop and then park it forever. I want to do this some day and make it reliable. You are great narrator and your boy has a personality which is awesome. So yes, take us along when you make this Torino better and betterer.

Showing the odometer roll back to zero was Awesome brand new car never Been driven till now Nice Dalton Going back to 73 @Pole Barn Garage

You and Kevin take me back to the sixties when we would do this stuff to the 40's and 50's cars ,Just wanted to thank both of you guys for keeping it real !! I'm in my mid 70's now and it nice to dream of when !!

Congratulations on your new ride. There's not a car lover alive who doesn't understand the joy you're experiencing with your bucket list car. When I watch you and your son working together, it makes me smile. You're not just making memories you're strengthening his love for cars. He's doomed to a life of being a gearhead.

JD is always the voice of maturity and reason. Cant believe he hangs out with yall! 🤣🤣🤣

My dad was selling Ford cars back in the 70s and he got to bring home demos and one stood out was a Starsky and Hutch Torino that he was delivering to a customer so he took it home with him . This was a special model because in this year you were able to order it with a standard transmission and a 460 , It was a great time to be alive ,that thing was crazy fast .

Ah, the memories. My first car was a '73 Gran Torino Sport that I purchased in 1989, just before I graduated from high school. It had a 351 Cleveland and an FMX transmission. I loved that car and drove it into the ground, before trading it for an '86 Firebird. I miss it to this day. Thanks for sharing!

I just wanted to say that I love the content and the way you involve your son in everything you do he's going to have such good memories of the time you spent together if there is any justice your channel is going to be massive good luck in the future.

So glad I found this channel. It is so refreshing to see people who can relate to. I also appreciate how involved you are with your son. Truly awesome!

I’ve also found that Rustoleum is the best spray paint unless you get the expensive custom mixed stuff at a paint store if you’re tryin to color match sumthin. The absolute BEST spray paint for coating a truck frame is the Rustoleum “Professional High Performance Enamel” paint. It’s a little better than regular Rustoleum, and it’s a million times better than any of the rubber undercoating in a can. I’ve used it for years now and it’s the only thing that has survived salty winters. The undercoating in a can is the absolute worst junk I’ve tried, it might work in some situations but salty roads make that crap flake off almost immediately.

My mother and my uncle drove Gran Torinos and I forgot how much I enjoyed those cars. Smoking the cigarette at the end was just how I remembered living in those cars. Keep the Gran Torino videos coming!

That car looks so much better now... a true "barn rescue"...

I was going to write that your Gran Torino needs a hood scoop ! and you were way ahead of me , looks soo much better now , and I really appreciate the fact that you have your brother and son along on your adventures , and thanks for taking us along on the ride too !

IT'S COOL THAT YOU LET THE KID DRIVE. I STARTED DRIVING WHEN I WAS 7. 1968 TOYOTA LAND CRUISER WAS THE FIRST OUT IN THE DESERT. THEN OTHER CARS AS WELL THAT MY PARENTS HAD. 1974 ROLLED AROUND AND MY MOM BOUGHT HER FIRST 1970 BOSS 302 MUSTANG AFTER HER DIVORCE. I WAS 12 AND SHE WOULD LET ME DRIVE IT IN RURAL WADDELL AZ. SHE WOULD TELL ME TO HAMMER IT AS WELL. THE FASTEST I DROVE IT WAS 120. HER SECOND BOSS 302 WAS A STRIPPED MODEL, AS THE FIRST ONE WAS LOADED WITH THE OPTIONS. BUT THE SECOND ONE WAS PROFESSIONALS BUILT AT THE PIT STOP IN SCOTTSDALE, AZ. IT WAS A BEAST. IT WOULD COMPLETELY ANNIHILATE THE FIRST ONE WITH EASE. HER FIRST BOSS 302 SHE HAD SHE TRADED OFF TO HER FRIENDS 72 4X4 SCOUT. SHE SOLD THE SCOUT 2 MONTHS LATER FOR A 45% PROFIT AND WENT OUT AND BOUGHT THE SECOND BOSS 302. WELL HE BLEW UP THE BOSS AFTER DISCONNECTING THE REV LIMITER. BUT HIS LUKE AFB FRIEND BUILT IT BACK UP PRETTY DANG STRONG.

That blue deck lid, then black hood scoop, and hood---I love it! It pops awesome. You've seen Mopars with similar scemes and patterns, but it looks great on that Torino, great combination color-wise. It lets your eye go, "It's blue, but wait, it's black up front, then white stripes on the sides!" Dalton, you're so cool, man.

The scoop and cleaning that primer off as well as the wheels totally changed this car from grandpa's walmart grocery getter to cruise night in a couple steps. I've never been a huge fan of torinos but I'd drive that with a smile

JD seems like the perfect side kick 👍

Everyone could see the joy in your face about the car. One of my favorites to keep up the good work Clint Eastwood.

Look at you grow Dalton. When I found you, there were less than 500 subscribers. I am truly happy for you and you deserve it. I wish you and Mortske would do some episodes together.

JD needed to complete the PBG look with those aviators on the dash. I’m proud of you for giving him memories that he will look back on and cherish.

I’d like to see more. She deserves a fixed up body. And by fixed up, I mean welded in patch panels. You can do it!

My first car, back in 1979 when I was 16, was a dark green metallic 1973 Gran Torino Sport with a white vinyl roof. It had a factory reflective stripe that went from light green at the front to dark green at the back. It also had the 351 Cleveland and factory chrome mags, a little different style than your magnums. This vid REALLY took me down memory lane! Looking forward to more content on it in the future!!

I was 16 when that car came off the assembly line. I always thought it had great lines, except that dumb 5 mph front bumper. But it is in great shape for 50 years!

I love how this channel epitomizes my thoughts on car ownership. "Cars can be just as cool and loved with scratches, rust, dents, spray paint and Dollar tree cleaners." I have just as much passion and enthusiasm for my beat up, well used cars as the people with trailered in, 200 original miles, time capsules that never truly get to feel the open road and have ketchup stains in the upholstery from getting burgers on a Friday night with your friends. I love this channel and it inspires me to find really beat up versions of my dream cars and get them on the road again.

Congrats on getting one of ur bucket list cars, great find, hope to see you enjoy this car for a long time.. well deserved..

Had a friend that had an orange version of this car it looked pretty awesome. Back in the day, Torinos were everywhere as were their cousins like the LTDII and Cougars. Had a 75 Cougar which was basically the same car. Starsky and Hutch made the Torinos very popular.

Love that you found one of your bucket list cars and it's not a bucket of rust. Can't wait to see you restore this baby!

So happy for this man! Awesome barn find from yer' bro Kevin! Couldn't get better. Yer' boy behind the wheel was PRICELESS.

We had one of the nicest Torinos ever made, it was a two tone car with a Light tan body with a brown vinyl top, it had a 351 Cleveland in it!

I’m 55. When I was young my parents had an LTD with the rim blow. Wow. What a great memory brought back by this video.

So cool to see somebody find that one thing they missed out on and always wanted. Really enjoyed watching your reactions.

What a great car. I was like every other teen in the 70's. We watched Starsky & Hutch because of the car. I look forward to seeing what you do with it. If I may, of all the cars I've watched you work on, this is the one I think needs a pole barn restoration.

you have been added to the watch list with junkyard digs and dylan mcool keep up the great content!!! watching your videos help me and inspire me to do my own car!

What I like most about this channel is that you and your son work on these car's together that is something he will always remember can't wait to see more videos

I actually find myself waiting for another upload every week. Your videos are just the best!!!

So much fun watching how happy you look getting that.

Glad I found your channel. New favorite to watch. Great videos!

I am so glad that your channels have come together. You guys work well together. Please keep this up

Both Kevin and Dalton won. Kudos!

“You can’t do something wrong correctly until you know how to do it right” makes way more sense than it should!

I do the same with my kids take them out on the ole back roads and let them drive. Love that your boy is involved with your channel

Nice ride Dalton!! Awesome job on the spray bombing! Looks pretty darn good! I’d let ya paint my rig!!! Thanks for the great video!

Another homerun! I got to tell you I like these will it make it home videos. But now you got some projects I want to see completed.

I had a coworker that has a 73 as well. Helped him with the body off restoration. I had the GT-37 at the place we where working at. It was interesting to see how close in design the two cars are.

That is so cool that you got your dream car, I felt your excitement throughout the video. And the fact that Kevin just "happened" to have it hidden away just waiting for you, it was like it was meant to be. That turned out great, as I was watching I wanted to suggest the method I used on my 77 F-250, I used doller store oven cleaner on the spray paint, let it sit a few minutes then hit it with a pressure washer. It worked pretty good and much faster. Then what was left I used the scotch brite pad method like you did. Thankfully I only had to do the cab and front clip, lol as the bed isn't original and not the same color, "yet". Hopefully that tip helps you out on future projects. Keep that smile ear to ear sir and enjoy that new ride. 😁

So happy for you, Always love these cars.

Great video ! I like the Torino looks good after your mods and clean up ! Take care guys !

Great content as usual, it’s great to see how you involved JD and your brother. Big up for Kevin and his help with your dream car

I am happy for you that you are in the "know" to be able to get a chance to get something you want and for a good price. Congratulations on your car and I hope that you do this one a little bit better than the rest I have been watching you do. Have a good morning and great weekend! 💯%💥🏁

Great Video Dalton, Congratulations on the dream car!! Can't wait to see more of this car on the channel... And great job at the end with J.D... you gotta teach em young!!

Cool channel ,very entertaining. Love seeing the old cars have a second chance in life! More of the Torino would be awesome ,one of my favourite classics🤘

Did you see the Ranchero that Chris at NNKH Offered as a special deal to you? Would make a fabulous stable-mate for this Torino in the barn bud!

Awesome would love to see more on this car. Great content.

Great score you did with that car, congratulations! Would like to see more of it. Like your day two mods. I had the same experience with semi gloss too once. I did the engine compartment in my 73 and it's still too glossy - after 8 years 😂

The excitement and joy you showed is awesome. Love what you've done with your Torino so far, especially the rims. Can't wait to see more of the Torino.

This video was awesome! It was so cool to see your smile light up when you were first checking out the car. Glad Kevin had this gem for you in his inventory. JD with the save, bringing the gloves was genius! I love these videos. Makes my hopeful to find and work on my own car bucket list someday, and work on what I currently have. You are an inspiration sir!

Sweet ride! Gladyou found your car! 👌😎

Awsome save , great year 👍

straight into daily use! love seeing the older cars getting used

She looks awesome! Congrats on the new ride!

Always liked those. Nice to see you enjoy it!

Love the content, keep up the good work.

Awesome car man! Glad you and Kevin worked something out on this one

Awesome score. Great potential, good bones. I love this era my brother had a red 1973 Charger Rallye with the strip down the side that's my someday car. So glad for you man. ✌️

Cool ass buggy you got there man. Cant wait for more of it.

Great score. Enjoy.

Yet another surprise project. Love it. Looking forward to more work on this one too.

This has fast become my favorite RU-vid channel. I will probably get some hate for saying this , bit this is everything Vicegrip Garage used to be ! Really look forward to your videos. Amazing car

Nice car, I an happy that you found it!

The smile on Dalton face is just priceless @Junkyard Digs @Pole Barn Garage

stars aligned and ya'll both have a great story on that 73 glad you got your hands on one of your dream cars nice little work making it your own

Great car Dalton I’ve always loved the Torinos, I started my own channel in November, inspired greatly by you and the holy goat videos. I know the importance of liking and commenting and try to always do so. I love how much your channel has grown since I first watched it months ago. Keep up the great content, most of us guy’s watch RU-vid now more then tv

I’m glad you found your dream car. Hoping to see plenty of footage on it 🍺

Love the Torino! Keep the videos coming!

Very Kool man not saw one in forever .you have for sure found a great one the wheels set it off hope to see more of this car in future episodes

I would LOVE to see more of this car. I've been watching Kevin and Derek for a while, but I just started watching you when you and Kevin worked on that stepside squarebody and I have to say, you're quickly becoming one of my favorite channels. It makes me smile to see you light up about this dream car acquisition!

LoL, burnouts....ENGAGE! Had a buddy with an old Buick Electra that had that squeeze horn built into the steering wheel. Really crazy feature. What's in that Marvel? Nobody knows, it's a mystery!

Sounds awesome what we can hear so far.

One of my all time favorite cars! Great Job love the channel!! Please do a bunch more videos on it.

I'm commenting, liking & subscribing just b/c of the intimidating stare u gave us, lol

Congratulations on finding your all-time favorite car and the fact that you got it all the way home with no problems. It does look better with the black hood and the primer missing off the trunk. Looking forward to what comes next on the Torino 👍✌️🇺🇲

Absolutely awesome video!

Love the attitude! Yours and the Torino's 😉

Congratulations!!! Cool ride

Great content!! Just stumbled in on the channel. Out with the old and into the new is symbolic for me.Been turning over a new leaf in my life as well. 24:38Thanks for sharing that moment…

Good find! Happy for you -- it's a great car

Congratulations! awesome Torino. Definitely want to see more videos on this rig. Oddly enough on our 67 Coronet we recently had the same lug nuts not tightened on the left front and only had one nut left holding the wheel on by about 2 threads sadly it destroyed the beautiful original mopar magnum 500 but at least we didn’t die.