It’s true. I had someone “fix” a car for me. I thought they were going to do a good job and it was terrible. It was so difficult finding someone willing to fix the repair because no one wants to open up a can of worms
Like any work , car body repair is not for everyone, you have pride on your work , what is harder and harder to find nowadays. You are an amazing professional!
It's hard to trust a random shop but it's easy for me to trust your work, you're an absolute master it's inspiring to see someone do such quality work with a good attitude, that's why he brought it all the way from Houston
I have been watching your videos for a while now and love all of them. I figures out something today.... you are a MIKE HOLMES of cars! Not only doing a great job on your builds but fixing other's work. Keep up the good work and keep them coming.
I found new respect for you today, Scott. I changed out the DS mirror on my 2018 Silverado ... the door card is a real PITB to get back in place. You always make it look easy, so hats off to you.
@@vehcor - I had to take the inside window sweep off of the door card. Since the ends go under the facia part at front and rear, it really didn't want to play. Getting the clips back into the correct position was fun, then getting them aligned back into the door card slots ... #LotsOfFun ...
The Dr is in! Wow that went from the pile to totally resuscitated. You have honed your craft to an absolute art. I imagine the owner will drop off a copy of this repair to his lawyer. I don’t know if there is a known category for the destruction done to that car. You hit the nail on the head, the repair was worse than what it came in for. Stellar work as per usual!
I was worried the video was not going to really capture the amount of hackery that the last guys accomplished. I can’t believe they would let it go like that. Thanks for the support.
There’s not many garage repair guys around like this dude, once you find an honest garage it’s always best to stay with them even if it cost you that bit more! 😉👌
I watched this for the 4th time. I still admire your work and how you get it back to what it should be even though it was too expensive to go factory. Awesome work, Scott
My brother was a body and frame guy. I enjoy watching a master at his best. You don't do half assed, that was a treat for me watching you go in there and show people how body work is SUPPOSED to be done. Yes, I subscribed.
It’s been awhile since I’ve seen one of your videos. As usual, your skills are impressive and your work ethic shows clearly. I make my living as a carpenter/contractor.....licensed and all legal beagle. I’ve been in biz for 41 years. 18 days ago I applied for and paid for a building permit related to a small residential deck project. Usually there is a two week wait to receive the permit. So.....I demolished and dumped the original deck, built the new deck framework which is 8 feet off the ground. It’s supported by temporary posts. Using a laser...a plumb bob works too.....I located the new footing locations and dug the footing holes. 4 of them, 12” diameter by 42” deep. The original builder, a large production builder who builds hundreds of homes in Omaha yearly, didn’t “bother” with footings. How the original building inspector approved of the original deck is a mystery to me. Anyway, by the book, an inspector is supposed to personally view the freshly dug footing holes and confirm correct diameter and depth. It’s standard procedure. It’s the first inspection to be done on deck jobs. . As I said, I built the joist framework on temporary legs, dug the footing holes and assumed that the permit would be in hand by the time I had the digging done, I’d call for footing inspection, get the ok on hole size and I could mix and pour the concrete, erect permanent posts and header the next day and the project would keep moving. NOPE. I called city hall today to check on my permit availability. It could be 1 1/2 to 3 more weeks before issue. I don’t make $ by waiting around so ill proceed with the deck surface, aluminum railings, stairs and railing...etc....etc....all on temporary legs. Self employment always has challenges which is my point. Hence my respect for your repeated presence on RUclips. You understand that there’s a lot more going on besides the craftwork. Self employment is mixed with satisfaction and punishment. I wouldn’t have it any other way. And, my daughters and grandkids come onboard occasionally, similar to your experience. Thanks for listening/reading/whatever. And P.S., I also am hired to fix the “fixes” of previous “craftsmen”. Semper Fidelis Dave Heitman
Scotty, when you opened the door I went Ooohhhhh. WTF? Thank you for making the video showing the wrong way ( before you got it ) and right way to make fix.
What an honest guy that does things right...to make sure the owner was OK with a patch, then it was his choice. I agree the way you pached that hole was perfectly excitable
These are actually very good cars to drive at least as the european Opel Insignia version, near perfect chassis configuration in europe and decent steering feel. Driven a few of these and i always liked them.
This looks like it was done in someone's garage ny someone who knows nothing about bodywork and has a few hammers and some kind of dull knife for cutting.
Scott, my wife and I watched this video. We truly admire your work ethic and the knowledge that you show as you fix these. Thanks for showing us your work
Great video and rebuild. It is amazing watching you fix it better than factory. Scott you are a true professional in this kind of work. I would bring my wrecks to you for sure. Thanks for making a video on this rebuild.
Another amazing repair Scott! Having been a subscriber for quite a while, I already knew exactly what you would do to repair it. It looks like Mr. Spotty got an air chisel haircut at 14:50 too. I wish I could say I was appalled at the previous "repair" but honestly I already knew it would be horrendous when you peeled off the outer skin.
After catching up on the other channels I usually watch, I always save the best for last...and you have never yet disappointed! I love watching these “smaller” builds. I would enjoy seeing more of them!
When people say a vehicle is never the same after a major repair like this. It is because individuals doing hack work while riding on the coat tails of those that do it right. Your video is ample evidence for your customer to walk into small claims court and recover their payment... assuming they don't voluntarily refund it.
These are the rebuilds the media tries to say every rebuild looks like. The hacks know that most people will not take them to court because it will cost just as much. I would just for principal but most people won’t.
First! At least in my mind. Great job Scott. Once again your attention to detail and not just slapping on outer skins is really commendable. Whomever owns this car owes you a big thank ( as well as paying for whatever it took to fix it) for taking a mess and making it right. Did you have any initial concerns that the damaged A pillar could have affected the front cradle and left side suspension?
Thanks, I always seem to find problem to fix, or they find me. I was only concerned with the pillars that I had to fix. He changed the suspension and had an alignment before the last guys had their hands on it from what I understand.
@@christiancomputing8771 my 2007 Honda Accord is a manual and has vtec. It has no crossover because it has “economic vtec” so it doesn’t do anything to really boost power even though it’s a K24. But the manual makes it more fun, but with the electronic throttle the rev hang sucks.
Well, it depends a LOT on if you drive in rush hour traffic a lot. I had a little ford ranger pickup v6 that was a blast to drive with a stick....but pressing the clutch in and out 700 times to and from work every day got to be a huge pita. But if you have a small, low hp car yeah, a stick makes the car get up and dance. A facebook friend picked up a 68 (I think) Porsche with a whopping 70 hp but it's his go to car for fun. Light car, analog, 4 speed, can you ask for anything more?
@@christiancomputing8771 Yeah I moved out of the big city because I couldn't afford to pay 2 workers sitting in the truck 4 hrs a day. There was a '73 240z in storage in the building my shop is in, totally restorable but he had no interest in selling it. I live in a small town surrounded by twisty country back roads. The thing would be a little rocket with 151 hp. IMO one of the best canyon carvers ever made.
This car seems like in most situations would be totaled by the insurance company the damage was so extensive - made worse by the repair. I love how you took this on despite the fact it was an impossible mess and methodically determined everything wrong with the situation.
Thank you for the GREAT video. I have been enjoying watching someone who KNOWS what he is doing and takes PRIDE in his work! There are actually a few of you out there.👍😊
I have a 96 gmc truck that had been in an accident at some point in its life and my driver door hinge area was exactly like that buick.....thanx to you and your wise knowledge, i cut it all out and bought all new replacement panels... mr spotty would have totally approved of the repair....thanx for the detailed videos and help!!!
Stellar job, really impressive work. I can't see how this is a viable repair though, in the UK this car (Vauxhall insignia) sell for between £800-£3000.
My Insignia got rammed in the same side as this Buick. It cost the Insurance Company two new doors and a new cill. The car was 18 months old at the time of the accident. Had to wait weeks for the parts as there were none in the UK and Germany were out of stock too. Amazingly the B post wasn't damaged or distorted.
This is one video I had to watch twice. I can't believe how someone could do such a bodge job previous repair like that. The only was to do it correctly, is just how you did it. Excellent quality work - something to be proud of.
Das Opel! The first car I bought on my own was a 1969 Opel Kadet Rallye, had the weird foot pedal windshield washer, and that wonderful European wiring, tough little car that put up with a lot of abuse from a teenaged driver. You did a great job on this one Scott, I’m always amazed at the way people try to shortcut instead of doing it right the first time. Always enjoy watching the work you do, the quality is always first rate. Dan.
Another amazing repair. I worked in the body shop of where that car was built. Doors are put on and adjusted by using a fixture to get hinge position correct. That is also why there is no paint under hinges as doors are not removed during painting. Cheers
WOW, this kind of videos makes me feel like there is not many responsible shops out there, but you shows there still a few great ones! Like yours :) Thank you for recovering that car from going back to a Junk Yard :)
Hey Scott a Mustang fan here that really enjoys these kind of repairs as well. You did an awesome job, well done. Watching from Perth Western Australia. 👍👍👍🇦🇺
Thanks for sharing this one, I continue to absorb more from you every week. This one was one of my favorites as I have ran into a few previous hacks. It's nice to see how you tackle the mistakes and make it right.
A fan here in the UK watching an expert doing the right thing, yes ok will cost more, but in the end you get what you pay for. Love your dry sense of humour plus you remind so much of my dear Uncle John, no longer with us sadly. I have subscribed
Glad to see this. As a Buick enthusiast, I have to say it's been since about 1996 that Buick hasn't made anything interesting in and around the last year you could still buy a loaded 3800 Regal GS coupe. Still a market for this car even though.
I had a mid-00s Regal GS sedan. Oil in the coolant, so I replaced the lower intake manifold replacement. That was a fun job! And still a strong engine.
@@NickLoecke When I owned my '92, the first oil change appeared to be like milkshake. After that never saw it again in subsequent oil changes so not sure what is up with that. After '92 they went to more plastic parts on the motor; my '93's upper intake is plastic for example and I know later on the Series II they had two shitty plastic coolant pipes in and around the alternator that probably put countless Series II 3800 cars into scrap yards due to this planned obsolescence.
The way you repaired that hole you didn't have to show it to us. I couldn't see where the hole was after you repaired it. But your willing to show your work.
Cracking bit of work there matey. You are obviously a very skilful craftsman and you should be very proud and satisfied with your efforts and the fantastic level of quality in the results. A pleasure to watch you work. Thank you for sharing.
@@gerrywatson261 Ya Plonker.!! If it were an Audi it would have been worth repairing. I had 2 of those, both less than 3 years old and serviced by main stealer. They both went into limp mode in the outside lane of the M25 due to a software fault thinking the pre-cat sensor was faulty.. I had to keep an OBD reader plugged in so I could reset it after crossing 4 lanes of motorway in the aforementioned limp mode. How bloody dangerous is that then.?. They should all be recalled and scrapped, be they Spewick, Pauxhall or sodding Opels. Awful GM worldwide motor cars. The new model isn't much better either.. Rant over. Phew.!
This was a really good video. You should do more of these. Major rebuilds are very entertaining, but the simpler jobs are what most people would be willing and able to try themselves.
I'm a mechanic in NZ. Its always nice to see how panel work is done properly and I like your sense of humour. In NZ the body work gnomes are the same gnomes who do the pulling as well as the bogging (bondo). In NZ the filler is called bog. The painters can be a bit strange .Sniffing the thinners may have something to do with it. lol. happy new year to you and your gnomes.
It's incredible how some shops will honestly leave your car! That why I always feel like taking my car to any shop is kinda like letting your wife go out with 'the girls', you don't want to but you have to because if not, you will have more problems. 😂😂
That chrome trim alignment between front and rear doors was the first thing my eyes beamed to, as soon as I seen it before you even pointed it out. Great work man, honestly when damage to pillars like what this had... cut swaps is the only way. That previous work, oh my eyes were hurting haha.
It’s a Vauxhall insignia here in the Uk Opel insignia in Europe, they come with a selection of engines a 2.0 diesel that blows up a gutless 1.8 that over heats and another gutless 1.6 diesel eco, only one they made that was pretty fun to drive is the 2.0 vxr but still only a slightly better shade of shit 😂😂
@@vehcor they tried to bring Chevy here gifting us with the Cruze the aveo and spark all petrol engines mostly manual some rare automatics but the gearbox seem to totally just give up for no reason no matter the miles.... so yeah they don’t sell well here...we have no Chevy dealers anymore 🤣
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i love it when someone does things right and takes pride in there work love this channel
Thanks!
trust me its painful when insurance company's dictate everything... it is nice when you can do it the proper way...
@@vehcor what did you charge to do everthing but the paint work?
I agree with you 100%
@@Tattoodtoolow How so?
You’re a great guy for taking on someone else’s disaster
Thanks, I like a challenge and they always seem to find me. lol
@@vehcor an ESSENTIAL Employee With Job $ECURITY 🤑🤑
He did get paid.
It’s true. I had someone “fix” a car for me. I thought they were going to do a good job and it was terrible. It was so difficult finding someone willing to fix the repair because no one wants to open up a can of worms
There's also that commission for taking on the disaster..
I really liked the video. Would definitely like more of these. The customer got a quality result after contacting a quality repairer.
Wonder How Much They $aved / $pent Being CHEAP 😂 Was It Really Worth It?!
I'll do some more videos of these quick repairs if I have time. Thanks for the support!
Agree. I like seeing him fix other people’s shoddy work!
The main problem was, that nobody wanted to start the repair, besides the prev. "repair guy".
It's amazing how well he understands so many different parts of these vehicles. Really impressive.
You're a true surgeon 👍🏻 Always fun to watch you dissect a car and know exactly how all the layers of sheet metal interweave
Like any work , car body repair is not for everyone, you have pride on your work , what is harder and harder to find nowadays. You are an amazing professional!
Damn nice work ! Its nice to see someone actually fix something right !
Thanks.
It's hard to trust a random shop but it's easy for me to trust your work, you're an absolute master it's inspiring to see someone do such quality work with a good attitude, that's why he brought it all the way from Houston
When they brought the car to you it was ready for the PILE now they can drive without the Wind Quartet and the water works. Great Job ✌🏽
You got that right! lol
I have been watching your videos for a while now and love all of them. I figures out something today.... you are a MIKE HOLMES of cars! Not only doing a great job on your builds but fixing other's work. Keep up the good work and keep them coming.
Next best thing to it being a Friday is a vehcor video! Excellent video Scott. I wish there were more people like you that take pride in their work.
Thanks for the support!
I know nothing about cars. I still love your channel. I enjoy watching people who know how to do stuff correctly. Thank you.
you should do videos on these small jobs! they all fun to watch
If I had someone to do the filming and editing, I would but it takes much longer when I make videos.
@@vehcor :'(
This Was EPIC! A Real Treat 😎
@@vehcor Hey - that's what the wimmen are for! Teach 'em to cut and splice.....
We need more videos, Scott. You are an artist, a real Craftsman.
I found new respect for you today, Scott. I changed out the DS mirror on my 2018 Silverado ... the door card is a real PITB to get back in place. You always make it look easy, so hats off to you.
Sometimes those clips don’t like to stop doing their job. They just need some motivation to let go. 😂
@@vehcor - I had to take the inside window sweep off of the door card. Since the ends go under the facia part at front and rear, it really didn't want to play. Getting the clips back into the correct position was fun, then getting them aligned back into the door card slots ... #LotsOfFun ...
The Dr is in! Wow that went from the pile to totally resuscitated. You have honed your craft to an absolute art. I imagine the owner will drop off a copy of this repair to his lawyer. I don’t know if there is a known category for the destruction done to that car. You hit the nail on the head, the repair was worse than what it came in for. Stellar work as per usual!
I was worried the video was not going to really capture the amount of hackery that the last guys accomplished. I can’t believe they would let it go like that. Thanks for the support.
There’s not many garage repair guys around like this dude, once you find an honest garage it’s always best to stay with them even if it cost you that bit more! 😉👌
I watched this for the 4th time. I still admire your work and how you get it back to what it should be even though it was too expensive to go factory. Awesome work, Scott
I just love going back and reviewing your work. I’ve been binge watching a lot of your repairs. Your channel make me smile. Such a professional!
What a great job. You made it look "easy" A botched job, fixed. Thank you for sharing.
Thanks and thanks for watching.
My brother was a body and frame guy. I enjoy watching a master at his best. You don't do half assed, that was a treat for me watching you go in there and show people how body work is SUPPOSED to be done. Yes, I subscribed.
I hope the owner sends this video to that repair shop...
Great content as always, dad.
Thanks!
Found your channel and I'm amazed at how much effort you put into fixing these cars. It's great to see and you deserve more views for your hard work.
You have crazy skills! Congrats on another win!
Thanks!
I have spent many years doing this type of work. Not as detailed or deep as yours. Brilliant to see a master at work. Well done.
This is the guy I want working on my car😀
Thanks for the confidence in my work!
I agree, or Arthur.
@@fowlejonathan4047 indeed👍
It’s been awhile since I’ve seen one of your videos. As usual, your skills are impressive and your work ethic shows clearly. I make my living as a carpenter/contractor.....licensed and all legal beagle. I’ve been in biz for 41 years. 18 days ago I applied for and paid for a building permit related to a small residential deck project. Usually there is a two week wait to receive the permit. So.....I demolished and dumped the original deck, built the new deck framework which is 8 feet off the ground. It’s supported by temporary posts. Using a laser...a plumb bob works too.....I located the new footing locations and dug the footing holes. 4 of them, 12” diameter by 42” deep. The original builder, a large production builder who builds hundreds of homes in Omaha yearly, didn’t “bother” with footings. How the original building inspector approved of the original deck is a mystery to me. Anyway, by the book, an inspector is supposed to personally view the freshly dug footing holes and confirm correct diameter and depth. It’s standard procedure. It’s the first inspection to be done on deck jobs. . As I said, I built the joist framework on temporary legs, dug the footing holes and assumed that the permit would be in hand by the time I had the digging done, I’d call for footing inspection, get the ok on hole size and I could mix and pour the concrete, erect permanent posts and header the next day and the project would keep moving. NOPE. I called city hall today to check on my permit availability. It could be 1 1/2 to 3 more weeks before issue. I don’t make $ by waiting around so ill proceed with the deck surface, aluminum railings, stairs and railing...etc....etc....all on temporary legs. Self employment always has challenges which is my point. Hence my respect for your repeated presence on RUclips. You understand that there’s a lot more going on besides the craftwork. Self employment is mixed with satisfaction and punishment. I wouldn’t have it any other way. And, my daughters and grandkids come onboard occasionally, similar to your experience. Thanks for listening/reading/whatever. And P.S., I also am hired to fix the “fixes” of previous “craftsmen”. Semper Fidelis Dave Heitman
I know what you mean. I have to deal with the SOS on rebuilt titles and they can take months for a 15 minute inspection. Governments...🤦🏼♂️
Love your sense of humor
Thanks
I like how he shows what's wrong, fix it right, gets it done all in one video so we can see the finished product, a true, proud, Craftsman...
Scotty, when you opened the door I went Ooohhhhh. WTF? Thank you for making the video showing the wrong way ( before you got it ) and right way to make fix.
Yeah, pretty much my reaction as well.
The people who did the previous “repair” need to watch Scott’s videos. Love the content, keep up the great work!
Man, you are awesome for fixing this car for a fellow youtuber.
Thanks.
What an honest guy that does things right...to make sure the owner was OK with a patch, then it was his choice. I agree the way you pached that hole was perfectly excitable
New intro idea: Welcome back to f*ck up fix Friday where once again we're gonna be fixing someone else's mess.
I'll Subscribe To That 👍
I do seem to do a lot of that don't I? lol
@@vehcor fubar friday
@@johnstaudacher7752 That's the right name and add because someone's been before.
I'd buy that for a dollar!
These are actually very good cars to drive at least as the european Opel Insignia version, near perfect chassis configuration in europe and decent steering feel. Driven a few of these and i always liked them.
That looks like some work a local body shop does after hours when it’s beer time.you are game for it I can tell , sarcasm reigns.love it 😎😎😎👍👍👍
They must have had a few too many that day. 😂 🥴
This looks like it was done in someone's garage ny someone who knows nothing about bodywork and has a few hammers and some kind of dull knife for cutting.
Scott, my wife and I watched this video. We truly admire your work ethic and the knowledge that you show as you fix these. Thanks for showing us your work
The work you do is to such high standards, I feel like wrecking my truck just to have you rebuild it hahaha
No need to go that far to show support! 😂
Great video and rebuild. It is amazing watching you fix it better than factory. Scott you are a true professional in this kind of work. I would bring my wrecks to you for sure. Thanks for making a video on this rebuild.
Thanks for the support!
Another amazing repair Scott! Having been a subscriber for quite a while, I already knew exactly what you would do to repair it. It looks like Mr. Spotty got an air chisel haircut at 14:50 too. I wish I could say I was appalled at the previous "repair" but honestly I already knew it would be horrendous when you peeled off the outer skin.
Thanks, I think Mr Spotty may have suffered a slight concussion after that. 😂
After catching up on the other channels I usually watch, I always save the best for last...and you have never yet disappointed! I love watching these “smaller” builds. I would enjoy seeing more of them!
The wording of this episode reminded me of a friend of mine has a business for home repairs, his slogan is "we repair what your husband fixed" 😂😂😂
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Your attitude and sense of humor made the thorough repair possible. This was a fun vid to watch.
When people say a vehicle is never the same after a major repair like this. It is because individuals doing hack work while riding on the coat tails of those that do it right. Your video is ample evidence for your customer to walk into small claims court and recover their payment... assuming they don't voluntarily refund it.
These are the rebuilds the media tries to say every rebuild looks like. The hacks know that most people will not take them to court because it will cost just as much. I would just for principal but most people won’t.
@@vehcor hello, just curious. What was the cost for this repair? Or estimate
@@fjzar lol
@@fjzar do you also ask women how much they weigh??
@@lostintime8651 or how old they are does this dress make me look fat? Suicide
Can't believe they left the car like that. You always do the best work. Awesome job.
First! At least in my mind.
Great job Scott. Once again your attention to detail and not just slapping on outer skins is really commendable. Whomever owns this car owes you a big thank ( as well as paying for whatever it took to fix it) for taking a mess and making it right. Did you have any initial concerns that the damaged A pillar could have affected the front cradle and left side suspension?
Thanks, I always seem to find problem to fix, or they find me. I was only concerned with the pillars that I had to fix. He changed the suspension and had an alignment before the last guys had their hands on it from what I understand.
Love the fact you are helping one of your viewers. You should do more videos like this.
I'll do more if I have time. Thanks for watching.
I think that anything in a manual makes the car more interesting.
Agreed, at least a little more fun to drive if nothing else.
@@christiancomputing8771 my 2007 Honda Accord is a manual and has vtec. It has no crossover because it has “economic vtec” so it doesn’t do anything to really boost power even though it’s a K24. But the manual makes it more fun, but with the electronic throttle the rev hang sucks.
Well, it depends a LOT on if you drive in rush hour traffic a lot. I had a little ford ranger pickup v6 that was a blast to drive with a stick....but pressing the clutch in and out 700 times to and from work every day got to be a huge pita.
But if you have a small, low hp car yeah, a stick makes the car get up and dance. A facebook friend picked up a 68 (I think) Porsche with a whopping 70 hp but it's his go to car for fun. Light car, analog, 4 speed, can you ask for anything more?
@@christiancomputing8771 Yeah I moved out of the big city because I couldn't afford to pay 2 workers sitting in the truck 4 hrs a day.
There was a '73 240z in storage in the building my shop is in, totally restorable but he had no interest in selling it. I live in a small town surrounded by twisty country back roads. The thing would be a little rocket with 151 hp. IMO one of the best canyon carvers ever made.
@@vehcor my 4 speed avega gt was a hoot even though it burned a quart of oil ever 300 mi
Your work speaks volumes about you. Great work, I’m glad there are guys out there who care about their work.
Great job Scott !!!.........as always :) Roland from Belgium.
Thanks!
This car seems like in most situations would be totaled by the insurance company the damage was so extensive - made worse by the repair. I love how you took this on despite the fact it was an impossible mess and methodically determined everything wrong with the situation.
in UK Vauxhall Insignia, EU it's a Opel Insignia.
*Thanks* for the info.
Both crap cars
Thank you for the GREAT video. I have been enjoying watching someone who KNOWS what he is doing and takes PRIDE in his work! There are actually a few of you out there.👍😊
Thanks for the support!
ALWAYS great work 🙋♂️👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Thanks!
@@vehcor cool do a helicopter build
@@vehcor when is the mustang coming back
I have a 96 gmc truck that had been in an accident at some point in its life and my driver door hinge area was exactly like that buick.....thanx to you and your wise knowledge, i cut it all out and bought all new replacement panels... mr spotty would have totally approved of the repair....thanx for the detailed videos and help!!!
Stellar job, really impressive work. I can't see how this is a viable repair though, in the UK this car (Vauxhall insignia) sell for between £800-£3000.
My Insignia got rammed in the same side as this Buick. It cost the Insurance Company two new doors and a new cill. The car was 18 months old at the time of the accident. Had to wait weeks for the parts as there were none in the UK and Germany were out of stock too. Amazingly the B post wasn't damaged or distorted.
This is one video I had to watch twice. I can't believe how someone could do such a bodge job previous repair like that. The only was to do it correctly, is just how you did it. Excellent quality work - something to be proud of.
I wonder if "The last guys" will watch and see how to fix it properly !
I hope so.
Hopefully the last hacks see this video in court, when the owner fights for his money back....
People like that don,t care
Doubt it. Any hacker like this isn’t going to even know where to look for quality instruction. Great work and love the videos...
You know they are still laughing all the way to the bank.
Das Opel! The first car I bought on my own was a 1969 Opel Kadet Rallye, had the weird foot pedal windshield washer, and that wonderful European wiring, tough little car that put up with a lot of abuse from a teenaged driver. You did a great job on this one Scott, I’m always amazed at the way people try to shortcut instead of doing it right the first time. Always enjoy watching the work you do, the quality is always first rate. Dan.
Impressive patience and sublime skills. Looks “easy” because he’s very experienced.
Like other comments, you're one of the good guys and I would trust you without question working on my car. You show a lot pride in you work.
Wow helen keller could have done a better job than what they did. Love your videos.
Even she could see this was all wrong! 😂 I’m going to hell! 🤷🏼♂️
@@vehcor lmao
Another amazing repair. I worked in the body shop of where that car was built. Doors are put on and adjusted by using a fixture to get hinge position correct. That is also why there is no paint under hinges as doors are not removed during painting. Cheers
It’s Friday. Must be time for Mr. Spotty!
It is!
WOW, this kind of videos makes me feel like there is not many responsible shops out there, but you shows there still a few great ones! Like yours :) Thank you for recovering that car from going back to a Junk Yard :)
Really like this! Never knew they made a manual! Oh and with those close lines in the doors:
#SpottyforPresident24
#spottywouldbebetter
I was actually thinking about a GS manual but after working on this one, I was unimpressed. The GS looks good though.
Nicely done. Always enjoy your sense of humor. Thanks for taking care of a subscriber. This is how reputations are made. Integrity.
One of the dislikes for this video came from the previous “repair guy”
I doubt he would have the skills to do that.
@@jonka1 lol
The other 62 are all his relatives
and 81 comes from his grandma's gang
Hey Scott a Mustang fan here that really enjoys these kind of repairs as well. You did an awesome job, well done. Watching from Perth Western Australia. 👍👍👍🇦🇺
I think Samcrac may have worked on this during his "Green Ferrari" period.
lol
Samcac is cringeworthy.
@@goosedeathable Being terrible brings far more views than doing it the right way. He's sponsored so its the only way to make that ad money.
Nah... if Sam had worked on this it would still be halfway repaired and sitting in a field at his house.
The poor customer having to pay for that shocking mess! well done for sorting it and showing us the amazing prior 'repair'!
The door dangling off basically is why no one wanted to work on it lmao
I understand not wanting to be involved in problems that someone else caused.
@@vehcor question on assy line are there workers who adjust doors hoods and stuff or are they close when. They come off paint line???
@@rsprockets7846 They are close when they are painted but the minor adjustments are made in final fitment just before the cars leave the line.
Thanks for sharing this one, I continue to absorb more from you every week. This one was one of my favorites as I have ran into a few previous hacks. It's nice to see how you tackle the mistakes and make it right.
No problem, glad they are helpful and maybe even a little entertaining.
@@vehcor Entertaining?? of course!!! it's what I look forward to every Friday:)
another awesome job as usual... curious , did you ask the owner if he heard those rattles from the drill bit and broken bolt??
I wonder the same thing...🤔
You would never hear it over the wind whistle from the door sticking out or the road noise from the lack of a door panel. lol
@@vehcor HAHAHAHAHAHA yeah it looked bad BUT DAMN!!!
I can assure you it looked worse in person. I was afraid the video would not capture the true level of hackery from the last guy. 😂
A fan here in the UK watching an expert doing the right thing, yes ok will cost more, but in the end you get what you pay for. Love your dry sense of humour plus you remind so much of my dear Uncle John, no longer with us sadly. I have subscribed
Somebody's Been Here Before! 😂😂 Meet Harry The Hacker:
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Nah! Harry didn't do it. Benito or Pepita or Juan did.
Glad to see this. As a Buick enthusiast, I have to say it's been since about 1996 that Buick hasn't made anything interesting in and around the last year you could still buy a loaded 3800 Regal GS coupe. Still a market for this car even though.
I had a mid-00s Regal GS sedan. Oil in the coolant, so I replaced the lower intake manifold replacement. That was a fun job! And still a strong engine.
Those were dependable but not really cool. 😂 The GN, GNX, those were cool!
@@NickLoecke When I owned my '92, the first oil change appeared to be like milkshake. After that never saw it again in subsequent oil changes so not sure what is up with that. After '92 they went to more plastic parts on the motor; my '93's upper intake is plastic for example and I know later on the Series II they had two shitty plastic coolant pipes in and around the alternator that probably put countless Series II 3800 cars into scrap yards due to this planned obsolescence.
The Mustang should be a "Spare Time" priority.
It was until the paying customer filled the time slot.
17:55 you said the patch would not make it look good as new, well it did at least to me! Awesome job, I am really impressed by your "patch work"
I can't believe they left a huge hole inside the car... wow.
Not the best work I have ever seen. 😂
The way you repaired that hole you didn't have to show it to us. I couldn't see where the hole was after you repaired it. But your willing to show your work.
@@vehcor Probably the same guy that fixed your Lexus
You just can't trust anyone anymore......wait WE can trust you! Thank you for having integrity.
Thanks!
@18:01... "we will never speak of this again" 🤣🤣🤣
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Cracking bit of work there matey.
You are obviously a very skilful craftsman and you should be very proud and satisfied with your efforts and the fantastic level of quality in the results.
A pleasure to watch you work. Thank you for sharing.
Him: This is a Buick Regal...
My British brain: Thats a Vauxhall Insignia 🤣
And in fact is German Opel Insignia from Rüsselsheim factory.
Mine too mate.. I've had 2 SRi's as a no choice company cars. What an utter load of crap.!!
Shite! I thought it was an Audi! 😂😂
@@gerrywatson261 Ya Plonker.!! If it were an Audi it would have been worth repairing. I had 2 of those, both less than 3 years old and serviced by main stealer. They both went into limp mode in the outside lane of the M25 due to a software fault thinking the pre-cat sensor was faulty.. I had to keep an OBD reader plugged in so I could reset it after crossing 4 lanes of motorway in the aforementioned limp mode. How bloody dangerous is that then.?. They should all be recalled and scrapped, be they Spewick, Pauxhall or sodding Opels. Awful GM worldwide motor cars. The new model isn't much better either.. Rant over. Phew.!
@@shiveringsand Mate! Out here Audi/Bmw/Merc are bought by those who can't afford real cars! 😂😂
This was a really good video. You should do more of these. Major rebuilds are very entertaining, but the simpler jobs are what most people would be willing and able to try themselves.
Literally HALF a parts car.. that's impressive.
Yep, one reason I buy a lot from that yard.
I'm a mechanic in NZ. Its always nice to see how panel work is done properly and I like your sense of humour. In NZ the body work gnomes are the same gnomes who do the pulling as well as the bogging (bondo). In NZ the filler is called bog. The painters can be a bit strange .Sniffing the thinners may have something to do with it. lol. happy new year to you and your gnomes.
It's incredible how some shops will honestly leave your car! That why I always feel like taking my car to any shop is kinda like letting your wife go out with 'the girls', you don't want to but you have to because if not, you will have more problems. 😂😂
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That chrome trim alignment between front and rear doors was the first thing my eyes beamed to, as soon as I seen it before you even pointed it out. Great work man, honestly when damage to pillars like what this had... cut swaps is the only way. That previous work, oh my eyes were hurting haha.
Great work as usual! You should find that dink that accused you of being a hack in the comments and show him what a real "hackass" looks like.
He has been quiet. I think he didn’t like having his butt handed to him. 😂
You, sir, are a blessing to the gentleman who brought this to you!! Thank you for the awesome story!!
I've always heard your bigger hammer called a "dofor" because it will do for a hammer
Everything is a hammer.... except screwdrivers, those are chisels and also a hammer! 😂
@@vehcor In the UK a hammer is also a "Manchester Screwdriver." (Or any other town you don't like!)
Very sad to have people pretend to know how to fix things and steal your money...Thank u for showing us real talent.
Those door gaps are tighter than this current election. Thank goodness for #BBF or I'd be going insane
I know, they left Mr. Spotty off the ballet! I demand a recount! Mr Spotty for President!
He would be the better choice..
@@vehcor Mike Rowe/Spotty 2024!
I love what you do Scott. You are helping me to do what I like do the right way.
"somebody's been here before..."
And they were drunk and blindfolded! 😂
@@vehcor HEEEELLL yeah they were
I had no idea that there could be so much hidden damage. Thanks for the education. I admire and respect your knowledge.
It’s a Vauxhall insignia here in the Uk Opel insignia in Europe, they come with a selection of engines a 2.0 diesel that blows up a gutless 1.8 that over heats and another gutless 1.6 diesel eco, only one they made that was pretty fun to drive is the 2.0 vxr but still only a slightly better shade of shit 😂😂
We have all those junk engines here as well. 😂 The diesels come in our Cruze though.
@@vehcor they tried to bring Chevy here gifting us with the Cruze the aveo and spark all petrol engines mostly manual some rare automatics but the gearbox seem to totally just give up for no reason no matter the miles.... so yeah they don’t sell well here...we have no Chevy dealers anymore 🤣
Don't forget the 2.8 Twin-Turbo V6 325HP Opel Insignia OPC that was very fun to drive. Only available with manual transmission.
@@t.w.3 it's actually twinscroll turbo
You make it look easy Scott. Sometimes doing it the right way is actually easier than trying to cobble it together. Nice Job !
Thanks for the support.
I wouldn't mind driving a manual Buick
It keeps us out of the totally boring category. 😂
@@vehcor I would have brought it to you in the first place......do he know who you are?
manual opel insignia*