How To Buy A USED Car/Truck and NOT Get Ripped Off

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  • Опубликовано: 22 янв 2025

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  • @zachwillard5663
    @zachwillard5663 3 года назад +190

    Absolute legend. Not very mechanically inclined but everything in all your videos make sense. Explanations are in point

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +9

      Awesome to hear! Appreciate that

  • @Pjnpm
    @Pjnpm 3 года назад +177

    Most underrated youtube channel.. you deserve a million subscribers (its just a matter of time).

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +11

      100% man. That day will come!

    • @casaMN
      @casaMN 3 года назад +1

      Buddy is super cool- I really love these vids.
      I think you should do and intro video into your life and background, Buddy!

    • @byronsshop7493
      @byronsshop7493 3 года назад +1

      Facts!

    • @Jac7968
      @Jac7968 2 года назад +1

      You should check out Chris fix on RUclips

  • @jonathanmedina6262
    @jonathanmedina6262 3 года назад +127

    I’m buying a car off of fb soon and thank god you uploaded this right on time!

  • @jerilyn4867
    @jerilyn4867 7 месяцев назад +4

    I just wanted to add.. as far as the windshield goes. Seals do NOT keep water out. They are purely cosmetic. The urethane holds the integrity of the windshield and keeps water out. The only way you would get a leak is if there was a missed connection in the glue bead or body seam issue. There would be other various reason for a leak. But just an example.
    Sunroof- same thing with the seal but it does keep debris somewhat out. The reason it would leak is if the drains are clogged and/or cracked.
    I love watching your videos! Very educational!
    Hope this helps others 🙂

  • @Boris275
    @Boris275 Год назад +3

    The great thing about this series is how he shows the bad stuff vs the good stuff. Most other guys just verbally tell you what the bad stuff to avoid is, but you are just left to imagine what that stuff is supposed to look like. We have practical examples here.

  • @MadeofflikeBurnie_
    @MadeofflikeBurnie_ 3 года назад +10

    Man you just changed everything for me! My old man RIP used to flip cars for a living as well anywho growing up he was tryna show me the game but I was too busy tryna be in the streets. Years later I see what he was tryna do. One of my biggest regrets not on the making money just the missed out time and memories with him had I listened.
    Love the content brother! If you’re looking for any old school vehicles I have a few, got a 86 Chevy blazer, 86 caprice classic, 86 suburban, 69 ford grand torino

    • @TopdogPlayz
      @TopdogPlayz 3 года назад +3

      You like 86s huh

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +1

      Rip to your pops. 🙏
      And I got plenty of cars right now. I honestly hate having more than 2 cats at a time lol

    • @MadeofflikeBurnie_
      @MadeofflikeBurnie_ 3 года назад

      Tell me about it my old man left me with 14 so yeah just thought I’d throw that out there since you actually flip cars for a living but hey it’s never to late to start right? Like I said these videos are helping out a lot that way I can have a better ideas of what price to put on them

    • @MadeofflikeBurnie_
      @MadeofflikeBurnie_ 3 года назад

      @@BuddysDIY and yes Rest In Peace to the OG 🙏 my boy was a straight hustler from the get go an absolute expert at negotiating he loved tell me “watch this” and then chuckle

  • @bamboo8120
    @bamboo8120 3 месяца назад

    You deserve to have all the subs in the world bro. Just subbed, I love how you look for stuff but you go the extra mile to show us what bad parts might look like vs when they are new. Keep it up

  • @peccoramirez9673
    @peccoramirez9673 2 года назад +110

    Do you have a PDF checklist to go a long with this great video series?

    • @harry554
      @harry554 Год назад +6

      I made one I watched them all

    • @ironman1115
      @ironman1115 Год назад

      ChrisFix does.
      ruclips.net/video/vC8LbvYk6es/видео.htmlsi=bi1NmVoDNJ7WzUX4

    • @pineira6304
      @pineira6304 Год назад

      @@harry554please send

    • @NrsArea420
      @NrsArea420 Год назад

      ​@@harry554could you share?

    • @raspy1135
      @raspy1135 Год назад +9

      @@harry554can I please get a link to it as I am start to flip cars and would like to do a lot more research before fucking up

  • @jayy24195
    @jayy24195 3 года назад +9

    Buddy seems like a great buddy lol really appreciate you and the time you take to make all these instructional videos. Very inspiring.

  • @timittheminit8462
    @timittheminit8462 2 года назад +10

    Pro tip don’t let your dad buy buy you a car with ur money

  • @eastkvass
    @eastkvass 3 года назад +7

    From all the years of fiddling with cars I had never thought of checking the seals. My dad bought a fairly new Skoda and when the first rain came the car got flooded. So people, CHECK YOUR SEALS

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +3

      Yeah man it's definitely important. I e had my share of leaks

  • @technogeek1219
    @technogeek1219 2 года назад

    I absolutely love this video creator, I like him more than ChrisFix, he is more thorough and explains this much better than ChrisFix. Definitely subscribing. Keep up the excellent work.

  • @Edy-ku4vt
    @Edy-ku4vt 3 года назад +6

    I'm currently looking to buy a car so the timing of this video was on point. Also very nice and informative video. learnt a few things that i didn't know. Keep up the great work

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Awesome brother. Glad to help

  • @alos7941
    @alos7941 3 года назад +7

    LOVE YOUR VIDEOS KEEP IT COMING BROTHER GREAT JOB!!

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Appreciate that man! Part two coming soon!

  • @rayehamas5748
    @rayehamas5748 3 года назад +6

    You are a legend! Super detailed video! Love the content!

  • @FirstClassPirate
    @FirstClassPirate Год назад +1

    This is such a good video bro. I learned this stuff the hard way.

  • @zackchigo
    @zackchigo 3 года назад +2

    Check the DOT date stamp on the tires. Old rubber is hard and traction and ride quality is seriously compromised after 5 years.

  • @FuryJDM
    @FuryJDM 3 года назад +9

    I flipped a BMW, bought a 325xi for 1700. New motor for 1300. Labor and install for about 800. Sold for 6500.00

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +2

      Did you even have to touch it?

    • @FuryJDM
      @FuryJDM 3 года назад +4

      @@BuddysDIY did an eBay front lip and tint. Cleaned her up with a detail and sold superrrr fast.

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +3

      My man. Those are the best

  • @NorthRedWave
    @NorthRedWave 3 года назад +3

    Hey man keep on flippin! im in the process of buying a suv for my girlfriend and seriously i love the your videos.Its clear, simple and on point. You gained a new sub brother! i wish our trucks here in canada could be as rust free as yours haha. Here everything is rusted or welded by salt....

  • @Wavy997
    @Wavy997 3 года назад

    LOVE the vids but Buddy... @ 1:41 how you gonna block out only 1 of the 2 places showin the vin. Hehe, got a nice laugh outta it xD Keep up the good work & thanks for teaching us the ways.

  • @Los_9o
    @Los_9o 2 года назад

    My fav channel bro me n pops be binge watching learning n flipping here in Tx

  • @minnesota-matt
    @minnesota-matt 3 года назад +7

    You sound just like Chris Fix buddy! Keep it up my man! Subscribed

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +1

      A slightly better version that dosent scream into the mic the whole vid. But Chris is good atbehatbhe does forsure

    • @sherryss6245
      @sherryss6245 3 года назад

      I was thinking the same thing 🤣. Great video! Also subscribed.

  • @regulardude2011
    @regulardude2011 3 года назад +4

    Brother, first of all, this is a great channel! Don’t worry about views and subs, they’ll come! (I subbed btw) thanks for explaining your typical pre inspection routine!

  • @KittyBGaming
    @KittyBGaming 2 года назад +1

    You’re so informational that I now feel like inspecting every car XD

  • @stevenbennett8875
    @stevenbennett8875 3 года назад +1

    Came across your channel today. Love the quality of your videos!

  • @BondaDwang8560
    @BondaDwang8560 Год назад

    U an awesome and honestly RUclipsr I ever watched thank you ❤❤❤ keep going fam.

  • @ialeg3710
    @ialeg3710 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for sharing this knowledge, can't wait for the next one!

  • @malinat2831
    @malinat2831 3 года назад +2

    Thank you for explaining everything! Such a thorough video. I especially love the parts when you show how the car isn’t supposed to look! Great job

  • @babbu446637
    @babbu446637 3 года назад

    Another amazing presentation. The water over clear coat tip is awesome! Thanks

  • @arminasbernotas2364
    @arminasbernotas2364 2 года назад

    im a teen inspiring to be a car mechanic so it really helps ty

  • @FreakySniperFTWOfficial
    @FreakySniperFTWOfficial 3 года назад +6

    Hey Buddy, Im curious as to how you handle the title for cars you’re flipping, In my case I live in Florida and I believe that requires a dealers license to do. I know many people that just jump titles but Im wondering how you handle it.

  • @sniggitty
    @sniggitty 2 года назад

    You sound like a mix of World according to Briggs and ChrisFix! And that's is great

  • @AmanExplorerBoy
    @AmanExplorerBoy 3 года назад +2

    Brother lots of love from India❤️❤️

  • @doni5574
    @doni5574 3 года назад +1

    You should do a q&a video 👍🏼 great content

  • @farek5861
    @farek5861 3 года назад

    Love this channel it absolutely helps me with everything!

  • @idzis4283
    @idzis4283 Год назад

    we can see very clearly the difference between a caring owner of the bmw, and not so caring owner of the highlander, bmw owner took good care and made sure the dings and chips of pain wont cause it to rust, even if it had some minor issues, they've been atleast patched up and not left to cause even more damage.

  • @hut375
    @hut375 2 года назад +3

    Hey Buddy, I am following along your 4 part inspection video series, and find it quiet helpful and easy to understand, as a non mechanical person. I cannot find part 4 of the series ? But in any case the knowledge I have gained from the first three videos has been quite helpful. 45 mins into the used car inspection I was carrying out today on a possible purchase, the sellers anger and irritation, and his pressure on me to hurry up ! was such that we parted ways after 45 mins into a likely two hour inspection I was determined to carry out, between checking the vehicle and paperwork, and test drive.
    But in that time, thanks to your comprehensive videos I noted blue smoke , on accerlation, from the exhaust, never a good sign ! alignments, spring, suspension issue on one front tyre, engine warning light not extinguishing. After a look underneath, an exhaust system that was corroded, a rusted hole in the petrol tank !
    'Its only £1500 pounds, what do you expect, he exclaimed', . That's a lot of money to me, along with a possible tax of £700, co2 emission's !, insurance, £ 400, repairs bills another £1500, so quiet a lot actually.
    So I appreciate your knowledge, and keep up the good work.

  • @fahimedits3
    @fahimedits3 3 года назад +30

    Buddy's Content is really awesome, even automobile nerd like me can easily understand what he is talking about.
    Thanks buddy, For keeping things simple and sweet.

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +4

      Thanks for the support brother 💪

  • @evanchisamorejohnston5819
    @evanchisamorejohnston5819 3 года назад +1

    These videos are super helpful! Thanks buddy

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Yes sirr. And more to come!

  • @BuddysDIY
    @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +45

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    • @vibevalca7199
      @vibevalca7199 3 года назад +1

      Waiting!😁

    • @ColinEu
      @ColinEu 3 года назад +1

      always love your videos..cant wait for part two..

    • @rtr5534
      @rtr5534 3 года назад

      bet that was a ricers car

    • @dave1826
      @dave1826 3 года назад

      Need it buying a car soon!

    • @dallasdowden5233
      @dallasdowden5233 3 года назад

      When is part 4

  • @JT-du3fx
    @JT-du3fx 3 года назад

    This channel is gonna gain a lot of subscribers than it is now

  • @brianbridox6685
    @brianbridox6685 3 года назад

    I’m new to the Chanel! I love your videos! Very nice videos and super clear explanation!

  • @remixisthis
    @remixisthis Год назад

    Get a pre-purchase inspection from a mobile mechanic! It’s like $100-$200 and you’ll usually get your money back in documented issues you can use to bring the price down
    I followed videos and the mechanic found like 8 things I missed 😂

  • @isaacfernandez4841
    @isaacfernandez4841 5 месяцев назад

    Good inspection

  • @dietpiediaries6287
    @dietpiediaries6287 3 года назад +3

    Does hand held machines for CODE READING tell specific engine motor problems or even transmission problems? Or is that only able to be diagnosed when a mechanic opens up the engine?

    • @lesterparker1594
      @lesterparker1594 3 года назад

      If you get a cheap one it’s usually not very specific. However, you can usually google the code it gives you and get much more info. You can find what issues usually throw that code and find some fixes that helped other people.
      Hope this helps

  • @hustlersgrace
    @hustlersgrace 2 года назад

    I bought a 2005 CLK 500 Mercedes, that doesn't have a key, I watched the Jeep Commander video,where you programmed the key with a OBD 2 scanner,can this be done with right scanner for the Mercedes-Benz?

  • @ottol.304
    @ottol.304 3 года назад +2

    Thanks for the videos, always amazing

  • @kellykathymcdaniel7834
    @kellykathymcdaniel7834 2 месяца назад

    What about buying a salvage or even rebuilt title car?

  • @Quved
    @Quved 3 года назад

    Dude, you're videos are amazing. I love restoring stuff and make it profitable, I'd like to try cars soon.

  • @fennexx5796
    @fennexx5796 3 года назад

    How did you fix the door stop on the highlander? Pretty sure you didn't include it in your highlander flip video.

  • @quintonholmlund8138
    @quintonholmlund8138 3 года назад

    Great videos and helpful step by step!

  • @maduenodiego
    @maduenodiego 2 года назад

    Excelent explanation. Thank you.

  • @diegoandrade2208
    @diegoandrade2208 3 года назад

    Bro love your videos thank you!

  • @alldayballin01
    @alldayballin01 3 года назад +2

    Ay Buddy! Good stuff 💯🙏🏾

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Thanks man. I do my best

  • @TheMindtsorm
    @TheMindtsorm Год назад

    Excellent work!

  • @sathwickborugadda4744
    @sathwickborugadda4744 3 года назад +1

    your best video to date

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      You rly think?! Better than the car flips?!

    • @sathwickborugadda4744
      @sathwickborugadda4744 3 года назад

      Yes buddy ...flipping is entertainment for majority of us but this is really useful

    • @sathwickborugadda4744
      @sathwickborugadda4744 3 года назад

      But as you might have noticed, flips get you views

    • @officerahmo
      @officerahmo 2 года назад

      @@BuddysDIY This is more useful. Flips are informative and entertaining.

  • @luckyalishah1
    @luckyalishah1 3 года назад +1

    Thanks Brother, keep it up

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Absolutely!! More vids to come!

  • @lonelybacon1529
    @lonelybacon1529 3 года назад

    Great content, love it !

  • @Chrono_X
    @Chrono_X 2 года назад

    Would you recommend this specific car for other people? Reliability wise

  • @cefvelasco7200
    @cefvelasco7200 2 года назад

    sir do you have document process on cars u flip? like deed of sale, something like that

  • @Sikeslikescars
    @Sikeslikescars 2 года назад +2

    1:00 actually it is super common for the hood and front bumper to be a little misaligned on these cars. There is not a ton of adjustment you can do to the hood and you have to remove and reinstall the front bumper if you want it to fit better.
    The rest of the seams should all be pretty good though, it seems to mostly be that front bumper that is a little wonky on most of them.

  • @alexkico4657
    @alexkico4657 Год назад

    What's your experience or opinion on using Copart to find cars?

  • @baldmamba
    @baldmamba 3 года назад +4

    The end brings up a question. I have an older camry and when i start it a little smoke comes out the back... what can that mean and what can i do to fix it?

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +1

      So it's just a little smoke it's probably condensation. That's not big deal. Not if it's a decent cloud then it could be a head gasket failing. A little smoke upon start is okay. If it's constant then that's no bueno. Of course when it's cold out there will be a constant stream of smoke and that's okay. But I'm sure it's just condensation in your case. If you want you can send me a video on my instagram account and I'll tell you forsure

  • @CBGRAPHICSAirbrushArt
    @CBGRAPHICSAirbrushArt 3 года назад

    Great video. Thanks for sharing 👍🏾

  • @jen5114
    @jen5114 3 года назад +2

    Hey man to buy, fix and sell cars as a full time job. Do you need a dealer license ?

    • @binsturdy3830
      @binsturdy3830 3 года назад

      I’m pretty sure you don’t. You would if you were buying from an auction but not from random people

  • @DeeBananaMan
    @DeeBananaMan 3 года назад

    are fender bends easy to fix or they have to be replaced? mine is aluminum, and its bent outwards a little, can something like that be fixed easily by a shop?

  • @vern2292
    @vern2292 Год назад

    What is the website you talk about that gives you all the used car results from all the pages?

  • @n3tr01
    @n3tr01 3 года назад

    Buddy good morning we're coming in Florida soon need help for a second hand car

  • @CoreyJ92
    @CoreyJ92 3 года назад

    Where do you sell your cars from do you have a lot? Friends/family lot? Your driveway? And how many cars without having a dealers license can you buy an sell a year? Bought my first car to fix and flip just not sure how to grow

  • @williamdepew2732
    @williamdepew2732 2 года назад

    I love the channel and appreciate all of the knowledge you share.
    Just wanted to let you know the plastic Around the windshield that’s called a moulding, not all windshields have them. They are cosmetic. The urethane adhesive underneath the glass keeps it sealed from air and water, with our without the moulding.

  • @gdlt9861
    @gdlt9861 3 года назад +1

    Awesome video! Keep it up

  • @chrisn2811
    @chrisn2811 3 года назад +24

    "chrisfix is great but i feel like he's moved on in his content."
    RUclips: "How to flip cars: FULL PROCESS - Buddy DIY"
    dope.

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      Appreciate that homie. New car flipping video in about 2 weeks!

  • @walkinginfaith134
    @walkinginfaith134 2 года назад

    I would love to see you do a radio change from the manufacturer standard radio to a tesla touchscrean in a 2007 jeep grand CHEROKEE start to finish, as well as upscale seat change, i am upgreading my car and would love to see how you did it so i can do it step by step, love your content, i am new sub and so far I'm invested. Thank you so much.

  • @jorgeqveloso
    @jorgeqveloso 2 года назад

    What a channel!!

  • @MeatPez
    @MeatPez 3 года назад

    Underrated video

  • @armandochirino2240
    @armandochirino2240 3 года назад +2

    I went to go see a 1995 z28 camaro the other day it was very moldy inside and when I checked the undercarriage it was too rusty for the miles on it... walked away when I slid my finger across the tail pipe and came back black and oily

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +2

      Good choice! Shot valve

    • @armandochirino2240
      @armandochirino2240 3 года назад +2

      Yea I would of beat myself up for it after for purchasing it lol ima just keep searching tho

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад +1

      @@armandochirino2240 yeah man you can fall in love with these cars or you make bad financial decisions. 😂

  • @siiioxide
    @siiioxide 3 года назад +1

    You need to do a flip off comp with Chris fix.

  • @cristianandrei5462
    @cristianandrei5462 7 месяцев назад

    The stuff in the video doesn't really matter, so what if it has rock chips, or a little bit of rust, you can fix that for cheap. I'll say firstly you want to inspect the person selling the car, if it is the owner of it and had it for a long period of time or a reseller. If its the first I'll ask if/when it changed the timing belt/chain on the car and if it has a service history of the oil changes. That's the main causes of engine failure...

  • @JohnDeereCollector
    @JohnDeereCollector 3 года назад

    This is good for cars but on trucks, especially older ones your going to spend almost all of your time looking underneath. You can look under a truck for 5 minutes and be amazed of the rust you can miss. Being in the salt belt sucks.

  • @DanielT92-pc2de
    @DanielT92-pc2de День назад

    Can someone put a link for part 4?

  • @benitopercebe
    @benitopercebe 3 года назад

    It would be amazing if you could find pages like Keller Blue book and car history for Europe market:) Nice content, keep ti up!!!

    • @santiago1026
      @santiago1026 2 года назад

      I believe CarVertical is available in Europe, not totally sure though

  • @jeffreycottrell1234
    @jeffreycottrell1234 3 года назад

    I have a opportunity to look at a car that's been in storage for a year. It's 500 or best offer. 9 people are interested in it. How do I get him to let me try to crank it over when somebody else already said they would buy it in the comments on marketplace.

  • @victorwilks88
    @victorwilks88 2 года назад

    Best channel

  • @lazoaraz3122
    @lazoaraz3122 3 года назад

    Very helpful thanks 😊

  • @LK73690
    @LK73690 3 года назад +2

    Great video mate!, just wondering do you own a car dealership or do you just flip cars through facebook marketplace, kelly blue books etc. Be nice to do a video and show us the process of advertising the cars, how to sell them and what not to etc. Great video keep it up!!

  • @hndmedia3484
    @hndmedia3484 3 года назад

    Thxs for need this as buy alot cars about to buy my 20th now 😂

  • @jenjenhope
    @jenjenhope 2 года назад

    Wow!!! Thank you!!!

  • @rallipete
    @rallipete 3 года назад

    Does a obd reader work on a older car? Like from the 80's?

    • @rallipete
      @rallipete 2 года назад

      @is no thanks for the reply

  • @rz-307
    @rz-307 2 года назад

    my truck has 166,000 miles on the dash but look up my own truck in vehicle history and it has a maintenance record of 331,000 miles. Do you think I was scammed? or the page could have been wrong Thank you

  • @ScroppyS
    @ScroppyS 29 дней назад

    when you covered the vin you left the other vin right under it at 1:40

  • @simonr3568
    @simonr3568 Год назад

    If I took a car into a mechanic shop for an inspection would they go through all the things in this video?

  • @all-promobiledetailing7675
    @all-promobiledetailing7675 2 года назад

    Great videos!!!!!

  • @joeybaer6140
    @joeybaer6140 3 года назад

    PLEASE KEEP MAKING MORE

  • @Hetx
    @Hetx 2 года назад

    What is dryrodding?

  • @Rea1_Madrid
    @Rea1_Madrid 3 года назад +1

    Hey I’m thinking about flipping cars but I was wondering if you could tell me how to report my earnings to the irs if I get paid in cash?

  • @Penguinboy1995
    @Penguinboy1995 3 года назад +1

    Good video, that BMW is beat!

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      The body has seen better days lol

  • @LydiahKwamboka-zb9lc
    @LydiahKwamboka-zb9lc 5 месяцев назад

    Amazing stuff

  • @nervousordo
    @nervousordo 3 года назад

    9:50 Pretty sure you need to have the tires off the ground before you do the movement test.

    • @idzis4283
      @idzis4283 Год назад

      You can test it when it's still on the ground like he showed

  • @AnNe-dy5rd
    @AnNe-dy5rd 3 года назад

    How do you get the cars back that you buy legally? So it seems like you and another person drive to look at the car, then im sure each of drive one of the cars back. However, how do you get by the fact that the car your buying will not have a tag since im sure the owner takes his off. Thank you, James

    • @BuddysDIY
      @BuddysDIY  3 года назад

      I use a dealer tag. I am a dealer

  • @michoosadventures8266
    @michoosadventures8266 3 года назад

    Love this!