To be quite honest… A car like this, sitting out in the open … in CANADA 🇨🇦 of all places … and still looks THAT good… Speaks volumes of the build quality 👍
@deniseangonese564
2 жыл бұрын
I’m surprised it was in as good shape as it was ! The windy conditions must have kept snow from building up around it, otherwise it would show so much more rust. The flat tires protected it from snow hopefully rusting out the undercarriage. My 2005 Classic Malibu with a perfect interior had a rusted undercarriage in 5 years from sitting on our driveway
@onelovechild1307
2 жыл бұрын
True that!
@erhardt1477
2 жыл бұрын
@@souleater32 No … I’m not surprised at all mate… You missing the point … Canada 🇨🇦 is not Arizona, with a dry heat… where you can store cars and other machinery for years !
@ih302
2 жыл бұрын
Thing is, it's been nowhere near an ocean by the looks of it. If it were Newfoundland, the thing would have biodegraded 40 years ago.
@l.m.o.8948
2 жыл бұрын
Everyone supports Alex as much as they can. For these people it was a car they could give so he can sell and make some cash for the home. 🇨🇦
@onelovechild1307
2 жыл бұрын
That Tbird! I love it. I have a 1957, and i love all birds. This is Great!
@cynthiacleaver9742
2 жыл бұрын
The bath for this car made a 100% improvement!!! Looks great!! 💖💖💖💖💖
@brucestmartin777
2 жыл бұрын
67 T-bird! That a great car .. and in good condition. You did it again Alex!
@landscannersunltd.
2 жыл бұрын
The satisfaction of saving and preserving a genuine '60's luxury muscle car from sheer decay and your appreciation for all cool things motorized, answer the question "why". Good on ya'.
@mexicanspec
2 жыл бұрын
Not muscle car. This was a personal luxury car.
@landscannersunltd.
2 жыл бұрын
60's T-bird was a luxury muscle car, end of story.
@godbluffvdgg
2 жыл бұрын
@@landscannersunltd. Um, no it wasn't, not at all...It was a cruiser, through and through... They were boat on the road and weighed too much...
@ralphperez1524
2 жыл бұрын
I don't understand why anyone would just park a beautiful car like this for 30 years!
@LittleCarol
2 жыл бұрын
Alex at his best, filling his new garage at the dream home before it is built...We love him for it though. It is a beautiful car, I hope it gets restored. xx
@janetowen3429
2 жыл бұрын
Alex, you amaze me! If I had seen that car in the woods, I would have said thanks, no thanks and drove off. You my friend see a diamond in the ruff...take it to a truck wash and low and behold. Wow I'm impressed, is all I can say!
@ItsaRomethingeveryday
2 жыл бұрын
What a beautiful car, so glad you saved it, definitely worth putting back on the road
@christinevr7698
2 жыл бұрын
I just love watching you save/bring something back to life Alexander. It’s like an antidote to the soul from our consumer junking mentality. It’s a beautiful car- even in this condition.
@hollysamson3808
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, I just loved watching you in the truck wash washing the car! Love the transformation! Satisfying! 👏👏👏😁😁
@shoeshow1999
2 жыл бұрын
You should always try putting air in tires before trying to move them.
@johnclements6852
2 жыл бұрын
Car was fortunate that it was in a shady spot, but it "probably" won't take much to sort it out. Contact the Thunderbird club of Alberta, someone would love this car. Even had it been a parts car there's likely 2k of useful parts like interior, engine etc. Well done Alex, nice to learn folks are offering you such deals.
@nanachick05
2 жыл бұрын
Why on earth would someone just abandon a car that nice with only 52,000 miles on it? Crazy! Alex look behind the visor for the keys.
@geraldheitman7687
2 жыл бұрын
Love that year of T-Bird !! Class lines throughout !
@markpashia7067
2 жыл бұрын
With a real restoration this could be a show car especially if it is a numbers matching car like it should be at that low milage. What a great classic. That was one of my dream cars in sixty seven. A real beauty if restored.
@sheldondyck8631
2 жыл бұрын
I owned a 73 Thunderbird years ago. Very nice shape and only 65,000 miles when I bought it. Paid $50 for it with a blown engine. Took awhile to source the proper 460 to get it running again. Sold it and the guy still has it. I see it driving around sometimes in summer. Nice to know not every old car I’ve owned went to the crusher.
@deborahb7284
2 жыл бұрын
My Mom had a T-Bird like that. My Dad bought it for her. Hers was metallic with black interior. It had three progressive turn signal lights and it purred like a kitten as it slid down the road. It was a great car to drive.
@favouritemoon4133
2 жыл бұрын
I truly love this channel. I have been here since The Potter's House series started. Nothing to do with this episode, but any time anything bad has happened Alexander takes us through it with him, tells us his feelings about it and how he's working through it. The positivity of this channel is 100% what I need right now. What I didn't realise before is that that's what I have *always* needed.
@carly1478
2 жыл бұрын
Charlie is a handy man to have around.
@moonlitegirl72
2 жыл бұрын
Here in Florida we also had a circus and Carnival retirement town called Gibsonton I don't know if it's still used today but at one time the guy with Lobster Claw hands killed his wife there
@moonlitegirl72
2 жыл бұрын
Alex you should have a portable air tank
@Chr.U.Cas1622
2 жыл бұрын
Dear @@moonlitegirl72 A 12V compressor would definitely be a better solution. Best regards, luck and health.
@lindacarruthers3423
2 жыл бұрын
@@moonlitegirl72 Good, gracious , what a lovely story !🥴
@defaultuser1447
2 жыл бұрын
Well, if he didn't talk so much . . .
@jenniferbeyer6412
2 жыл бұрын
That car is impressive!! Love this year of T-Bird. 1967. Wish I had the money to buy it and restore it. When you closed the door I was hooked. Very cool and beautiful car. Thank you for saving it. Hope someone will restore it and record the transformation.
@bonfiyre
2 жыл бұрын
Anybody else get a shock when Alex reminded us that the 90s were 30 years ago
@kyle9782
2 жыл бұрын
I know right? When he said that I sat back in my chair a bit deeper... lol
@zakthewarcat3172
2 жыл бұрын
yup
@stephendavidbailey2743
2 жыл бұрын
And the car is 54 years old.
@tonyfriend7413
2 жыл бұрын
@@zakthewarcat3172 YEP and YUP! Is that what you named your Crumb Crunching Brats?
@zakthewarcat3172
2 жыл бұрын
@@tonyfriend7413 what's your malfunction dude ?
@travis4798
2 жыл бұрын
Those bumpers are in incredible shape! Whatever got on the car over the years must have helped preserve them. No fogging or rust. All the body work looks to be surface rust, should clean up nice.
@danielfields4839
2 жыл бұрын
That car is amazingly beautiful after 30 years wow!!
@DragPakMerc
2 жыл бұрын
Nice find. Put that factory AM-FM radio in a safe spot. FM was an option, and as there wasn't much FM programming back then it wasn't commonly ordered. Even if in non-working condition, its a rare and valuable part.
@mattkaustickomments
2 жыл бұрын
The good thing about those radios is that they made them up into the early 80’s but in 4-channel stereo configuration vs. the 2-channel version this car has. And they are almost indistinguishablee to tell the difference when it’s in the car. Did this upgrade to my ‘69 Cougar using a 1980 T-Bird radio.
@susansawatzky3816
2 жыл бұрын
Your bringing these beautiful old classics back to life !! 🙏🙏
@dlynch1898
2 жыл бұрын
Alex you are game for more adventures than anyone that I know. TFS. I’ve always loved the older vehicles. 👍💕🐶💕🐶💕🙋♀️💕
@kaybergstrom7517
2 жыл бұрын
Brings back memories of my brother that always had an old car in our yard. First was a 1940 Ford. Once a 1933 willies that was made into a beautiful dragster. Miss him and all his old cars. Thanks.
@LauraLouise008
2 жыл бұрын
Definitely worth saving …nice car for free!! Great project for someone.
@MsFitz134
2 жыл бұрын
Watching with my 10yo who says "wait, isn't is the guy from the Journey to the Center of the Earth movie?" 😆 Even the kids think Alex is a Brendan Fraser lookalike.
@xadage0117
2 жыл бұрын
To some it's a junk, to many it's a treasure and a KEEPER. Way to go Alex, another COOL adventure. Warm hugs to you and the family from ARUBA 🇦🇼🤗🇦🇼
@joycewilliams967
2 жыл бұрын
That car is going to be beautiful once it is restored! I love the white on white interior & exterior. Hope you find someone who will give it the TLC she deserves!! Great episode! Love going on adventures with you. Xoxoxo.
@janicem4382
2 жыл бұрын
What a great car, well done super sleuth. I love your attitude.
@destruct61
2 жыл бұрын
It's amazing how well that car held up
@knittingnana2939
2 жыл бұрын
I can just hear the workers at the local dmv. "Who is this alex archbold? How many cars does one guy need?"
@janehall6587
2 жыл бұрын
LOL
@BobOgden1
2 жыл бұрын
If you trade enough cars here you will be classed as an auto dealer and get taxes and license fees
@mexicanspec
2 жыл бұрын
"How many cars does one guy need"? All Of Them
@joanne_luvsdisney534
2 жыл бұрын
Lol!
@gaymeyer9471
2 жыл бұрын
"I am feeling optimistic" isn't that a classic Alex statement 😀
@ChristynaPatterson
2 жыл бұрын
or the "I don't know what I got myself into", also a classic Alex statement
@juliegraham8133
2 жыл бұрын
So that's why men kick tyres, I never knew!
@barberjeff67
2 жыл бұрын
I'm impressed how well the driver's door shuts without having to slam it!
@TXMEDRGR
2 жыл бұрын
That will be a great looking car for the person who wants to restore it. The sixties were a great era for cars.
@bmwloco
2 жыл бұрын
I had a friend in elementary school who'se Dad had a black one just like it. God I loved riding in the back seat of that Thunderbird!
@diannebernau3293
2 жыл бұрын
Wow, the interior of the car is in great condition and should clean up nicely. Apart from replacing the back driver side panel/s that have rusted out, and replacing the vinyl roof, the rest looks to be cosmetic, unless the mechanics are shot! A great project for a young man or lady to work on. Thank you for sharing another rescue, Alexander. Take care, and best wishes from Down Under 😘💕🇦🇺
@saragilbert6443
2 жыл бұрын
Ok
@johnmcmullen456
2 жыл бұрын
@@dcan911 Plus parts will be very hard to find and $$$, this no 60's Chevelle or Camaro.
@23Dakini
2 жыл бұрын
I’m really enjoying these adventurous outings!
@vinyl1Earthlink
2 жыл бұрын
The car is actually fairly promising - the body doesn't look too bad, the interior is OK. I suppose the Thunderbird project would comprise about 10 or 12 videos, if you chose to take it on yourself.
@greyeaglem
2 жыл бұрын
The interior is good, but the body needs a LOT of work.
@moonlitegirl72
2 жыл бұрын
Alex I hope you gave you a guy a couple hundred bucks as a Goodwill gesture
@1onelyone
2 жыл бұрын
@@moonlitegirl72 He always pay it forward
@rockinbillyboy
2 жыл бұрын
@@moonlitegirl72 Yeah right...lol
@bruwin
2 жыл бұрын
@@greyeaglem We have vastly different ideas of "LOT". That car is darn near pristine compared to some restos I've watched. There's a guy down in Vegas that restores old Chargers. What he usually starts with can barely be identified as cars anymore, since most of what's left was probably used as a General Lee stunt car back in the 80s. There's very little on this car that needs to be fixed, assuming the underside isn't rotted. And what does need work... well it's only metal.
@HellcatCustoms
2 жыл бұрын
Man that's a beautiful T-Bird. I'd love to see it restored.
@elainecleaver2941
2 жыл бұрын
Midas muffler had a $9.99 deal for a life time muffler warranty. Still good to this day. Have replaced on my 67 camaro a couple times. Don't see deals like that any more. Nice Thunderbird
@gordonwelcher9598
2 жыл бұрын
If the tires had been pumped up as soon as it was out of the trees the grass would not have been so messed up. Pulling it with flat tires digs in.
@ofermashiach4519
2 жыл бұрын
That model year had the best T-Bird body style. Really good interior!
@DanEBoyd
2 жыл бұрын
Think '64-'66 is my favorite, followed by the '58-'63s. I also kind of like the '80-'82 square Fox body T'Birds.
@utubepunk
2 жыл бұрын
Was not expecting for the interior to look that good.
@dennismoore8351
2 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful car. I love these old Thunderbirds. I think it is one of the best looking cars Ford made.
@c.s.s.8117
2 жыл бұрын
Anyone but me wishing Alex would clean the interior for us? Loved what he did to the truck. It's nearly instant gratification vs watching a home renovation. Any other channels who do this you could recommend?
@JeanStAubin-nl9uo
2 жыл бұрын
Yes! I want to see how the seats clean up too.
@margaretf6147
2 жыл бұрын
Vice grip garage is great! He restores old cars and trucks.
@deniseangonese564
2 жыл бұрын
That is a very cool find. I like your idea of someone who rents classic cars for events ! Wouldn’t you be the bomb driving your prom date up in this beauty 💖. I sure hope someone saves her and she doesn’t sell for parts 😿
@nataliegraham9552
2 жыл бұрын
What a cool car - glad you were able to get it out of the woods and started on its 'rescue and restore' journey. I'm thinking you would have been tempted to restore this one if you had your dream garage already built. It was a relief to see that the interior was intact and not critter-ized like others you've dealt with before.
@MKCarol-ms7lg
2 жыл бұрын
I kept waiting for the rain of acorns to fall out. LOL
@joyfurrow5101
2 жыл бұрын
Please Please restore this beautiful car! I had a few T- Birds in my time & loved them all. Always loved the way the interior was designed, so sharp! Alex Please keep this car! Love it!
@anniesh1955
2 жыл бұрын
Darn nice car for free, Alex. Even has a 390 in it! Great pick. :)
@jd9351
2 жыл бұрын
Love Thunderbirds. What a great find.
@MrGaryRoberton
2 жыл бұрын
Even if the car was un-saveable, the old high compression 390 engines (If Not Seized) were awesome. Bags of power, and solid runners. An old pal of mine had that same engine in a 67 Mustang, and it was a rocket sled. Cheers.
@greyeaglem
2 жыл бұрын
I was hoping it would have the rare 427. He could probably make more using this for a parts car than selling it outright. Some restorer would pay good money for that original interior.
@charlottestevens9352
2 жыл бұрын
The older cars even if a hung if junk and look terrible have parts that are still usable and people are looking for
@DanEBoyd
2 жыл бұрын
@@greyeaglem Or even a 428.
@DragPakMerc
2 жыл бұрын
The 427 was never available in a Thunderbird. The 428 was option though, which would have been cool.
@mexicanspec
2 жыл бұрын
@@greyeaglem That engine was never put in a Thunderbird. It could have had a 428 though.
@grammys02
2 жыл бұрын
Such an awesome car! You’d have my vote if you wanted to keep and restore it!
@unclesamsgarage
2 жыл бұрын
Every car guy has a Charlie for a friend. Doesnt care what it takes he'll pull a car out of the bush
@nancymontgomery8897
2 жыл бұрын
I gagged when Alex said the car wash force-fed him so much mold & moss that he doesn't need lunch. Hahahaha.
@NanZingrone
2 жыл бұрын
My Mom had one that was robin's egg blue with a white top and a white interior. When us kids got older she reluctantly traded it in for a Bonneville convertible (also white). My Dad got stuck providing the family station wagons ... 😃
@donsurlylyte
2 жыл бұрын
man your mom had cool cars
@kathleenpitt1981
2 жыл бұрын
It was so satisfying to see the car revealed at the car wash, but I wouldn’t do that back fender much, might not be much left!
@sandral2178
2 жыл бұрын
Good find, looking forward to seeing it all cleaned up!
@richarddawson2892
2 жыл бұрын
Alex, should have contacted Derek from Vice Grip Garage. He would have gotten it running and drove it home for you. Would have been a great KZitem episode for both shows.
@TrueArtNow
2 жыл бұрын
Probably not so far from Derek's old home, if not for Covid border restrictions but Derek moved to Tennessee.
@richarddawson2892
2 жыл бұрын
@@TrueArtNow Alex should have waited to wash the car. The car revival You Tube channels would have waited until at least the 3rd episode to power wash.
@Bill23799
2 жыл бұрын
I agree.
@jamesmyers3773
2 жыл бұрын
I’d like to see Derek work on it, but I was thinking it was better candidate for Kevin from Junkyard Digs. He’s a Ford guy. The interior was super nice. Shame about the rear quarter panel.
@ericmartin5720
2 жыл бұрын
Peg from ZipTies and Bias Plies can get a dead dog skeleton up and running, even hunting, just need ketchup and mustard.....
@dragonflyhill5748
2 жыл бұрын
Your car adventures are fun. I hope someone buys it. It is really nice.
@boitoiful
2 жыл бұрын
She's a beauty! Our first new car was bought when I was 17. It was a 1967 Thunderbird Landau 2 door!!! This car is gorgeous and perfect for someone to do a restore on. Throughout my life I have had a 66 thunderbird convertible, 67 TBird and my last I bought was a one owner in 1981 a 68 two door landau. Sure wish I could afford one now. So gorgeous!
@jamesryan5181
2 жыл бұрын
Wow that door shut solidly. Quarter panels need some work, but the rest looks like she'll clean up nicely.
@lbindert
2 жыл бұрын
I've always liked that body style since I was a kid. That would be a great compliment to the Rolls restoration. 'Project Rolls 2.0'
@ashleycox432
2 жыл бұрын
Cool find. I'd love to see you get it to start and drive at least.
@pattibrock3911
2 жыл бұрын
We used to have a 69 tbird. Omg we loved that car. Meadowlark gold. 429 engine. ? I think. I'm a girl so who knows. Gold pin tuck interior. Miss that car so much. Please restore this one. I'd watch every video of that.
@ToriLynnH
2 жыл бұрын
Amazing car, in amazing condition. Your son needs it!
@ladyryan902
2 жыл бұрын
It's beautiful..you always see beyond the dirt😃
@outlawbadge1
2 жыл бұрын
That is a nice find, can’t wait to see it restored and or running. Thanks for sharing
@kerrylynnparsons9441
2 жыл бұрын
You are a car magnet, Alex! 😊❤️🇨🇦
@cecoya
2 жыл бұрын
That is cool a 67' t-bird. We had a 68' back in the early seventies dark blue but rode like a dream. I think it was worth the effort. Have a great day
@lindacarruthers3423
2 жыл бұрын
Doing what you do will make all the woods in your province completely treasure free in time , and the local roads will be as famous as Cuba for cool old cars still cruising along . You’ll need a couple of large sheds on your new property for your cars and for the shop overflow . 😊 wasn’t the power wash a joy to watch . I could spend a long time watching such transformations .
@ChaiLatte13
2 жыл бұрын
My Dad has some year of thunderbird in his garage. I think it's 70's. He's been so protective of the thing, but I know it doesn't run. lol Too bad this one was left outside like that. I'm amazed though what people can do to restore a vehicle like this.
@twiceisnicesandyl.1976
2 жыл бұрын
I learn to drive a stick in a Black 1970 Monte Carlo Enjoy this video thanks Sandy Chicago
@ericjenks9596
2 жыл бұрын
We had a 1967 thunderbird when I was a kid. I got loose from my car seat at age 3, tripped the shifter and rolled it over a 8 ft embankment. Bent the frame, but drove it home once a tow truck got it back over the edge
@Hanzyscure
2 жыл бұрын
I can't believe your parents let you drive after putting in in the ditch.
@davidcopperfield-notthemag397
2 жыл бұрын
I love your new intro! Your new green truck is sharp looking!
@VolvoMojo
2 жыл бұрын
Love the interior. Chuckled at your moss joke. I admire Charlie's skill.
@joeystrobel5188
2 жыл бұрын
Oh!!! What a find. Love it.
@cindyreddeer
2 жыл бұрын
I wasn't a fan of my 76 Thunderbird, but I like the looks of this one though. Fingers crossed for a quick sale to someone who will restore it.
@Christie-cz7tc
2 жыл бұрын
Alex, the interior of the car reminded me, surprisingly enough, of my old white on white '72 Grand Prix! Now that was a car!!!.. Also the fastest car I ever had. If there was a way to find and buy that car again, I'd do it in a heartbeat ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Amazing the memories they also carry with them... 🥰🥰🥰🥰
@gosportjamie
2 жыл бұрын
I think the gentleman was right that it's 105,000 miles as the last digit is a different colour indicating tenths of a mile. The interior is surprisingly nice for a vehicle from that period with that mileage as the interior quality wasn't the best. Someone clearly took good care of it in the past, but that was a long time ago. It's certainly got potential, depending on how good or bad the underside is, but if it really is bad under there it would certainly make a very good parts car for a more deserving project as it really doesn't seem to have been messed around with very much over its' life on the road...
@chrislongbeard
2 жыл бұрын
Nice winter project for someone. The tough part would be the vinyl top, you probably have to remove the headliner to remove the landau bars and trim.
@ludmilabevan3283
2 жыл бұрын
What a smart looking car. My support for rescuing it from the oblivion. It is a restauration project but the result can be fantastic.
@kckazcoll1
2 жыл бұрын
"..and she'll have fun, fun, fun til her Daddy takes the T-Bird away"
@barfass
2 жыл бұрын
Hope to see more of these videos!! I realize winter is upon us, but can't wait. Also, they will take the channel to a whole new level! My favorite kind of video!
@Inismoon
2 жыл бұрын
Alex! You never disappoint.
@scotthitman1
2 жыл бұрын
got a satisfying feeling seeing that moss come off that car after powerwashing it
@gubbie2u
2 жыл бұрын
What a big project for someone! But at least it seems to have "good bones," as they say!
@jordanwiley4582
2 жыл бұрын
Those 67-71 t birds are great cars. I just sold my 2nd one. Got it running after it sat since 1986.
@jewelssylva3738
2 жыл бұрын
Alex "I'm feeling optimistic." That's a given, Alex, you are always optimistic. Well 99% of the time.
@oraleecoran8407
2 жыл бұрын
You do these things dear Alex because you can and because you absolutely love old cars with a challenge! Can't wait to see the end result!💞💜💞
@rockyroadranch72
2 жыл бұрын
My dad had one of those when I was a kid, almost identical. We raced a brand new El Dorado and won. (We had 3 adults and a child, me, in our car, they had two adults and a child.) Those were the days, 132 inside the city limits.
@Picca65
2 жыл бұрын
Great to see you took this beauty home👌🙂
@alcuinmacdonald
2 жыл бұрын
I am only a weeny bit into this vid, but Charlie hoofs a wheel like a man who knows his business.
@Nwladylaura369
Жыл бұрын
My first car was exactly the same! 1967 Ford T Bird with electric windows. Mine was aqua colored both ex and interior. It was awesome inside like a jet plane. My Dad fixed it up vey nice, wish I still had it!
@annakoch9972
2 жыл бұрын
I could see Melissa, or Abigail (in a couple of years) driving the car. Alexander, restore the car! And keep it for the girls. 😁👍
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