When This Happens, Don’t Buy a Used Car

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  • Опубликовано: 25 ноя 2024

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  • @scottykilmer
    @scottykilmer  5 лет назад +176

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    • @koreymayo8884
      @koreymayo8884 5 лет назад +6

      Love your videos!

    • @jacobpina5789
      @jacobpina5789 5 лет назад +1

      Scotty why does my bmw shift perfect with manual mode not on auto..

    • @catslivesmatter1268
      @catslivesmatter1268 5 лет назад +5

      Don't buy any car until you ask Uncle Scotty ! Very important to get the lowdown on the vehicle !

    • @erickasecas3775
      @erickasecas3775 5 лет назад +2

      Scotty, I'm going to buy a Scan Tool, I'm thinking about buying a Innova 3100, any Cheaper Scan Tool you Recommend me? Any good at Harbor Freight?

    • @ralphhunter5161
      @ralphhunter5161 5 лет назад +6

      Run don’t walk away!

  • @Winterstick549
    @Winterstick549 4 года назад +2240

    If they say it's an easy fix, ask why they didn't fix it.

    • @tptrading_23
      @tptrading_23 4 года назад +140

      GOOD ONE!!!

    • @Tolyan97kartofan
      @Tolyan97kartofan 4 года назад +89

      nativered1 Harris
      They'll just say they're broke as hell

    • @MasterElite403
      @MasterElite403 4 года назад +10

      why would they fix it if they are selling it?

    • @Winterstick549
      @Winterstick549 4 года назад +131

      @@MasterElite403
      If they say it's an easy fix, then why not fix it and sell it faster and for more $$$?
      My point was, it's probably not an easy fix and to avoid itm

    • @aesaehttr
      @aesaehttr 4 года назад +6

      Good notion but i wouldn't waste my time on that conversation.

  • @MiamiWatchMods
    @MiamiWatchMods 3 года назад +393

    Having a mechanic say that you should buy your own tool instead of overpaying a mechanic may be the most genuine thing I've heard in a while

    • @SpriyoGaming
      @SpriyoGaming 3 года назад +11

      well thats scotty, a genuine mechanic

    • @brianheath5091
      @brianheath5091 3 года назад +3

      Agreed, though he's not the one losing the business... most of his viewers aren't his customers.

  • @patrickokwir4336
    @patrickokwir4336 4 года назад +2222

    Now I feel like I should walk away from my own car 😊

    • @j.a.garcia868
      @j.a.garcia868 4 года назад +19

      Patrick Okwir 🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @WickdPerfekT
      @WickdPerfekT 4 года назад +35

      Agreed. Anybody want a 97 Tahoe that needs a cat and new ball jts?

    • @nursep18
      @nursep18 4 года назад +36

      hilarious! just drop it off at Scotty's house

    • @ferntaylor5347
      @ferntaylor5347 4 года назад +7

      😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @anitabreakone
      @anitabreakone 4 года назад +3

      😂😂😂😂

  • @blakewolford8903
    @blakewolford8903 4 года назад +72

    1. No exhaust smoke (0:20)
    2. Make sure it idles normally (2:30)
    3. No weird clacking on startup (3:40)
    4. Check that it doesn’t have low oil/burning oil (5:30)
    5. Make sure it shifts smoothly into reverse and forward in city and highway (6:30)
    6. See how cruise control works on highway (7:45)
    7. Use a scan tool to check for codes even if it doesn’t have a check engine light on (8:00)

  • @MrBerry-nb1ez
    @MrBerry-nb1ez 4 года назад +1692

    Scotty Has taught me that just about every car is junk... Just riding on luck.

    • @davemattia
      @davemattia 4 года назад +45

      TRUTH !!

    • @Trondheim46
      @Trondheim46 4 года назад +10

      😂🤣😂..

    • @WickdPerfekT
      @WickdPerfekT 4 года назад +150

      Now you know why most mechanics just drive junkers around..

    • @endliberalism4305
      @endliberalism4305 4 года назад +28

      2007 KIA Spectra 5, 170,000 miles and not a single issue aside from the typical o2 sensor and transmission fluid/filter change, maintenance, etc. Best car I’ve ever owned.

    • @drizzzymacTV
      @drizzzymacTV 4 года назад +2

      lol right

  • @k4everut
    @k4everut 5 лет назад +955

    I want a scan tool that yells "walk away."

    • @Rangoslap8
      @Rangoslap8 4 года назад +20

      RUN

    • @1EPICDRE
      @1EPICDRE 4 года назад +12

      Kelvin Miller in his voice lmao

    • @dirgramsey6132
      @dirgramsey6132 4 года назад +1

      I wish I bought one and it’s a mix of n/a incomplete and ok 🤔

    • @ne9835
      @ne9835 4 года назад

      Yes!!! 🤣

    • @WellWisdom.
      @WellWisdom. 4 года назад +1

      @@Rangoslap8 Run bi$%^ RUN!

  • @doms5303
    @doms5303 5 лет назад +245

    I wish Scotty was my neighbor, life would never be dull.

    • @not2busy
      @not2busy 5 лет назад +4

      Until you buy an EV.

    • @kennethphipps33
      @kennethphipps33 5 лет назад +4

      Yea he is great guy isnt he

    • @richardshank7659
      @richardshank7659 5 лет назад +11

      People would be coming over like dude what is wrong with your neighbor he’s hiding in the trunk of his car and you’d be like oh that’s just Scotty that’s normal.

  • @fellowsheep4Jesus
    @fellowsheep4Jesus 4 года назад +370

    Things to check:
    Tailpipe smoke, oil leaks 00:20
    Idling 02:28
    Start-up 03:42
    Oil level 05:28
    Transmission - shifting in reverse & forward, uphill & downhill, city & highway 06:31
    Cruise control driving 07:45
    OBD scan 08:00

  • @johnc007
    @johnc007 4 года назад +771

    When you start the ignition, all the dashboard warning lights turn on for a couple of seconds. If the check engine light doesn’t come on then the warning light isn’t working.

    • @thomaslanders6244
      @thomaslanders6244 4 года назад +21

      John C good point

    • @endliberalism4305
      @endliberalism4305 4 года назад +9

      Thank you!

    • @lucycare3901
      @lucycare3901 4 года назад +2

      Gracias.

    • @NoorquackerInd
      @NoorquackerInd 4 года назад +10

      I'd say that's a one-sided test. I've seen cars that don't flash the check engine light upon startup, so seeing it proves that it works. If it doesn't light up, then it's indeterminate, and you need to bust out the scanner to see if it's working but stupid or broken

    • @Herlongian
      @Herlongian 4 года назад +30

      John C That’s right. The reason they all light up is so you can check if any bulbs are out.

  • @antbankzbruh
    @antbankzbruh 5 лет назад +268

    I shifted it in reverse on the highway like you said, seller had a bad day.

    • @G8tr1522
      @G8tr1522 4 года назад +9

      Lololol, I was thinking that too. I guess that’s for manual only?

    • @Ra-218
      @Ra-218 4 года назад +8

      How fast were you going when you dropped it into reverse?

    • @jackd1582
      @jackd1582 4 года назад +3

      @@Ra-218 most of the way through trying out its best 0-60 time?

    • @jessedee1633
      @jessedee1633 4 года назад +2

      🤣

    • @lotsoflovelyhair7049
      @lotsoflovelyhair7049 4 года назад

      Lmao!

  • @DavidElCowboyVaquero
    @DavidElCowboyVaquero 5 лет назад +249

    Scotty truly is one of a kind we need more honest mechanics like himself with his knowledge and skillset .

  • @seanmcd.8307
    @seanmcd.8307 Год назад +17

    One thing I heard was when you start the car make sure to check that all the indicator/warning lights come on when the key is inserted and that they all turn off. If a warning light has been disabled it won't turn on at all where as it should always come on at first to indicate that it is still functioning.

  • @Elon_Muskio
    @Elon_Muskio 5 лет назад +284

    Someone has to make a Scan tool with scotty's face yelling "waaaalk away" when there's an error code...or "endless money pit" with BMWs 😂

    • @mynuteam874
      @mynuteam874 5 лет назад +7

      Yup... I'd buy one... bwahahahaha

    • @jimkline746
      @jimkline746 5 лет назад +1

      Just pay Scotty his royalties

    • @rkalla
      @rkalla 5 лет назад +1

      Hahahahah

    • @mazsax999
      @mazsax999 5 лет назад +6

      Imma tell a car salesman "I can't buy this car, it has an OBVIOUS E.M.P. issue..."
      Car salesman "......"
      Me " ....an 'Endless Money Pit' issue. Good day, Sir"....

    • @davemattia
      @davemattia 4 года назад

      I think that's the general idea about why he makes these videos. He wants a marketing deal.

  • @JM_321
    @JM_321 5 лет назад +336

    There are 3 certainties in this universe:
    1. Death
    2. Taxes
    3. Scotty inserting a crazy animal picture on his personal sound effects 🤣

    • @RatelHBadger
      @RatelHBadger 5 лет назад +6

      Scotty Laughs: insert horse/camel/llama/goat picture

    • @SM-gp4fy
      @SM-gp4fy 5 лет назад +2

      InflatableFilth I don't pay taxes and I will never die

    • @tngdrczp120
      @tngdrczp120 5 лет назад +5

      I knew there’s gonna be a hyena somewhere along the way!

    • @nazeillusions9574
      @nazeillusions9574 5 лет назад +1

      Death is just the tax for living

    • @kennethnewman5295
      @kennethnewman5295 4 года назад +3

      Scotty for president,2020

  • @streetsinger6975
    @streetsinger6975 5 лет назад +138

    I am so glad I found your channel. It's kinda like having my Dad back to tell me how to fix things, etc. Blessings my Friend.

    • @californigirl
      @californigirl 4 года назад +3

      My dad and I worked on many cars together, and I miss my dad too.

    • @streetsinger6975
      @streetsinger6975 4 года назад +1

      @@californigirl Blessings to you. Best friends as well I bet. That's why I'm a MOPAR freak. Dad had a '66 Charger 4-speed posi. 383. Highly underrated hahaha.

  • @TheThirdWheel618
    @TheThirdWheel618 4 года назад +196

    Recently went to a Honda dealer with my son to look at a 2019 Honda Fit Sport used with low miles my son is 21 and a ASE certified mechanic .
    It pulled hard to the left after test drive we popped the hood and noticed the car was repainted the front Bumper was replaced and you can see slight over spray near the rubber parts , also he heard a rattle when turning the steering wheel only way that will happen is if they replaced the air bag .
    After looking further it had a chunk taken out of one of the wheel beads the car was in a accident they acted like they didn't know this happens at the high end Dealers as well not the mom and pop shops .........it was a year old with 12-15k Wolf's in sheep's clothing out there

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 года назад +1

      What is it about replacing the air-bag that would cause the rattle??
      Where in the steering system is the rattle more than likely going to be coming from?

    • @TheThirdWheel618
      @TheThirdWheel618 3 года назад +4

      @@scottstabolito8841
      I'm not a mechanic ...my son is i never really asked him but you be surprised how many cars are in a collision and they didn't replace the air bag, maybe broken clips that hold it missing parts etc all I know the dealer was acting stupid ...they wanted top dollar for a car that was involved in a collision and they didn't check it in properly. or they did not do a proper inspection on the car they just checked it in, you can even see where the wheels were hit on the curb and there was scratches out of the wheels but they had it on the lot asking top dollar for that car.

    • @TheThirdWheel618
      @TheThirdWheel618 3 года назад +5

      What we believe is that it was a lease return and the person that was on the lease got into an accident and they didn't report it to Honda they had it fixed at an independent body shop and then when the lease was up they turned the car back in and the Honda dealer didn't check that car in properly.

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 года назад +2

      RadDadGarage
      Gotcha. Well, thanks for taking time to reply back. But at least i can sorta expect that sort of courtesy from a Scotty Kilmer fan. Lol.

    • @valeriebanda2240
      @valeriebanda2240 3 года назад +2

      mmmmm now ik why my car makes that noise, didnt notice it til after i bought my car

  • @MbeyaIsHome
    @MbeyaIsHome 5 лет назад +146

    1. smoking. 2. idling rough. 3. clanking in the engine. 4. shifting is not smooth.

    • @ppumpkin3282
      @ppumpkin3282 5 лет назад +11

      I think he said check oil too.

    • @tomt373
      @tomt373 5 лет назад +7

      PLUS use a scan tool!

    • @catalindeluxus8545
      @catalindeluxus8545 5 лет назад +11

      5. OBD Scan tool being unable to read car readings (electrical problems/broken computer)

    • @invaderzim1265
      @invaderzim1265 4 года назад

      Thanks!😃
      I'm feeling more confident.

    • @TheJusDon
      @TheJusDon 4 года назад

      Thanks

  • @arenxander1139
    @arenxander1139 4 года назад +121

    I like this guy, I'm planning to buy a used SUV and I've been seriously watching his videos - you really get tons of information and tips. keep going Scotty!

    • @robertwasinger2286
      @robertwasinger2286 4 года назад +2

      I'm looking right now! After seeing these videos I feel a lot better. 02 Lexus 300 suv 3500.00 135,000 on it. Test driving it tomorrow morning Dec 12 2020

    • @j.d.leston4666
      @j.d.leston4666 3 года назад +1

      @@robertwasinger2286 how did it go?

    • @robertwasinger2286
      @robertwasinger2286 3 года назад +7

      @@j.d.leston4666 I ended up with a 2004 Toyota limited 4runner 4x4. 205,000 New belt, head gasket, no leaks, No burning oil and the big ? On runners No rust. The undercarriage was taken apart and all skid plates, frame, painted and undercoated. Bushings, brakes no cracks, rot or squeaks. Tires 32s have a couple of years left . I feel like I got a very good deal. Also I feel I got to it just in time to save the runner from neglecte. The couple had back to back babies it was the wife's truck. They are the 4th owner! Car fax records came back perfect. I also ran the vin through a app . Perfect also telling me it should have 225,000 miles and a buy from owner owned 8,500. He was asking 7,500.00 All I had was 6,000. Good deal! In the beginning perfect truck 4 them 2 kids. His plans were to keep it. He restored undercarriage and 2.5 body lift, tinted glass, touch screen stereo, nice basket on top. I planned to do all this on a stock runner got lucky. So all these babies bought Suburban. 4runner sat. Needs painted roof and hood. This is the only must Roof. Surface rust from basket. Galactic gray metallic. Engine compartment dirty. Dust everything. Oil quart low, radiator low .interior filthy spills sticky. I love to detail. It looks bran new now .I'll have it painted this summer. Interior no tears a couple of cracks in the back passenger seat little wear driver's seat perfect. Needed TLC. They just didn't care about it in 2 years.4 children under 11. Dust around all door jams. It looks restored now. Ty 4 asking

    • @j.d.leston4666
      @j.d.leston4666 3 года назад +1

      @@robertwasinger2286
      Wow, glad you saved it. Best of luck!

  • @lotsoflovelyhair7049
    @lotsoflovelyhair7049 4 года назад +268

    Oh my gawd... Scotty be killing me with those side pics 😂😂😂

  • @tandrew7175
    @tandrew7175 3 года назад +2

    1 smoke from the tailpipe
    2 does not idle correctly
    3 clacking noises or rod knocking noises during startup
    4 if it doesn't shift smoothly in the city or on the highway
    5 use a scan tool to check for codes

  • @Shadobanned4life
    @Shadobanned4life 5 лет назад +38

    Scotty's energy and enthusiasm is quite inspiring.

  • @webbie1891
    @webbie1891 5 лет назад +71

    Wish this video was made before purchasing a used car

    • @jared6361
      @jared6361 5 лет назад +3

      Yeah one week after I bought my Jeep the clutch went out lmao

    • @rattlehead999
      @rattlehead999 5 лет назад +16

      @@jared6361 You bought a Jeep, that's the least of your worries. :/

    • @oof36969
      @oof36969 5 лет назад +1

      Didn't I see you in the comments of one of richard coopers' videos? @webster kollie

    • @webbie1891
      @webbie1891 5 лет назад +1

      @@oof36969 most likely yes

    • @GrandAce
      @GrandAce 5 лет назад

      IIIRattleHeadIII lmao

  • @Ivan68725
    @Ivan68725 5 лет назад +44

    I've been watching Scotty for a while now so I started to listen to him.
    I went to a Ford dealership to buy a used Pontiac vibe (same platform as a Toyota Matrix) with 65k miles they had posted on their website at a reasonable price. After a lot of negotiating they would honor the posted price only if I took their in-house financing, no cash purchase allowed. Bunch of nonsense.
    I remembered Scotty's advice then and there "never buy a used car at a dealership". Great tips Scotty, keep it up!

    • @user-vz2et1sg8c
      @user-vz2et1sg8c 5 лет назад +6

      Cause they would make 2 times the money on their interest rates. if you wanna buy a car from dealership get a loan from the bank directly with your own financing set up. DO NOT get the dealership financing, its a scam and they will rip you off.

    • @paulpower7018
      @paulpower7018 5 лет назад

      Couldn't you take the financing then just pay it off at once next week. They can't stop you from doing that.

    • @oceanwaves83
      @oceanwaves83 5 лет назад +1

      "That's ok, I've already got 4% locked in with my bank"
      "Oh?? Well let me see what we can do..."

    • @AbdulLatif-lj3hy
      @AbdulLatif-lj3hy 5 лет назад +2

      You said you listen to Scotty and you went to ford dealership 🤷🏽‍♂️😂doesn’t make any sense. Get a Toyota forget about any other car specially used ones

    • @garrygraves3848
      @garrygraves3848 5 лет назад

      I NEVER buy a used car from ANY dealership. I've warned my father in law time again about used cars from these places and he's gotten ripped off, repossessed and lemons more times than I have fingers. I finally got him to buy a friend of mine's car because he was leaving the state and simply could not take the car with him . He only paid 500 dollars for it and he got a steal !!

  • @itspjerald
    @itspjerald 4 года назад +687

    After watching his advice am going to buy a bicycle 😂

    • @dayenayuba7580
      @dayenayuba7580 4 года назад +1

      Seriously I watch this guy I guess if I dont have money for a new one I will go for bicycles

    • @raysure1345
      @raysure1345 4 года назад +15

      @@guyontheinternet8891 just walk away

    • @markmoss9227
      @markmoss9227 4 года назад +2

      Go to marksbargains@g.. I got a vintage Giant for sale.

    • @reck0n3r
      @reck0n3r 4 года назад +7

      Big Box store bicycles are money pits. Go for Trek, Giant, Specialized etc.

    • @reyestorres6496
      @reyestorres6496 4 года назад +2

      @@markmoss9227 hello sir. Could you please provide the website? I want to learn more about bicycles and the difference in good and bad parts.

  • @BlizzRM10MOZES
    @BlizzRM10MOZES 4 года назад +81

    I love this guy ge pulls you in with his charisma and knowledge

  • @arnoldyt9296
    @arnoldyt9296 5 лет назад +50

    When you see people running from a used car lot, you know they've been watching Scotty's videos 😂

  • @DanniPaiGaming
    @DanniPaiGaming 5 лет назад +61

    Just think Scotty has a file on his computer just for images of laughing animals and that's golden

  • @Stickky-xl2we
    @Stickky-xl2we 4 года назад +18

    Honestly Scotty is one of the best automotive teachers, from simple to difficult fixes he explains how to diagnose and fix very smooth so anyone can understand!

  • @MR3DDev
    @MR3DDev 5 лет назад +7

    Back when I was looking at cars I saw this nice looking FRS, as soon as I started the vehicle it was blowing white smoke (this was during the summer mind you) and the salesman said "that's only because it hasn't been used in a week".
    The end of story was I ran as fast as I could from that dealer.

  • @polarbear2579
    @polarbear2579 5 лет назад +328

    5 signs:
    1. It's an Italian car.
    2 It's a German car.
    3. It's a British car.
    4. It's a post - 2000 GM car.
    5. It's a Chrysler product.

    • @torpmorp1324
      @torpmorp1324 5 лет назад +1

      American Man I’ve had no issues at all, so he’s must be 100% wrong then?

    • @arlenburgin2392
      @arlenburgin2392 5 лет назад +30

      Chrysler is garbage

    • @frazzleface753
      @frazzleface753 5 лет назад +10

      I'd include 80s and 90s GM in there to be honest.

    • @grahamc4418
      @grahamc4418 5 лет назад +5

      American cars are shart

    • @stephenjones5240
      @stephenjones5240 5 лет назад +1

      They make Toyota,s in Britain and there Great.

  • @cruisingforbaddrivers...8612
    @cruisingforbaddrivers...8612 5 лет назад +33

    I looked at my car liked it and bought it...but now I need a scan tool...

  • @ronniedalmacio1220
    @ronniedalmacio1220 4 года назад +67

    Hey scotty ever since I started watching ur channel lk I've learned alot of knowledge about cars n trucks from you n I thank u sooo much it has saved me alot of $$$$ n I thank you

  • @m.angelov2305
    @m.angelov2305 5 лет назад +15

    Amamzing how affordable those tools have gotten.... I remember a time when they used to cost a fortune

  • @raymondbartosz4434
    @raymondbartosz4434 4 года назад +45

    scotty reminds me of Joe Pesci. I love the way he describes everything. Thanks Scotty.

  • @thomasdarby6084
    @thomasdarby6084 5 лет назад +51

    Scotty, my favorite Honest Mechanic, telling people how to connect and disconnect a vacuum line to get a better price... lol!

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 5 лет назад +10

      Why not? It was already disconnected so you are returning it in the same condition. I dont do work on other peoples cars for free.

    • @thomasdarby6084
      @thomasdarby6084 5 лет назад +2

      @@hoitlygtlio That isn't the point. An honest person would have told the seller that the problem was just a loose vacuum hose. You aren't going to get a further discount on the price that was already offered. As for mechanics, like Scotty, you get return business by being honest. Word of mouth is important. If you hide a simple fix from a customer hoping to make "big bucks," you won't stay in business long.

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 5 лет назад +3

      That is being honest in the world of buying cars. We are not talking about the world of running a business. You are comparing apples and oranges.
      So if I go look at a car and change the spark plugs to see if they are the issue then I'm obligated to leave the new ones in and tell the seller everything? You are crazy! If the seller wants to know all of that then they should pay a few hundred and have a mechanic go over the car and figure out the problem and fix it and then sell it.

    • @thomasdarby6084
      @thomasdarby6084 5 лет назад +1

      @@hoitlygtlio Honesty is honesty, in the world of mechanics, car sales, gambling, and marriage. I would know that I cheated the seller, and that would be enough.

    • @hoitlygtlio
      @hoitlygtlio 5 лет назад +2

      Then the seller needs to pay a mechanic to go over their car before the sale. Just like I would pay a mechanic to go over a car before I buy. If the seller wants to know what i or my mechanic found then they need to pay for the labor. That's how things work. No one has any reason to expect something for nothing. And not giving out free information is NOT being dishonest.

  • @sarcasticguyz6251
    @sarcasticguyz6251 3 года назад +10

    This man providing value non-stop

  • @thomashull6713
    @thomashull6713 5 лет назад +88

    My brother was mad when I bought a Tacoma. He sells Dodges. When he asked me why, I told him I didn't want Dodge problems. Interrogation over.

    • @mikefoehr235
      @mikefoehr235 5 лет назад +3

      Good move👍

    • @robertsauceda4757
      @robertsauceda4757 5 лет назад +26

      Well you dodged a problem... Eh?

    • @algrayson8965
      @algrayson8965 5 лет назад +4

      He was sore because he was planning to make his next car payment off of you.

    • @EarlFaulk
      @EarlFaulk 4 года назад

      Im surprised he didnt try the maintenance excuse like its still 1960 and American cars are built well

  • @milanjovanovic4744
    @milanjovanovic4744 5 лет назад +63

    I just reved up my engine...
    Now it has blown gasket.

  • @TheHoth1
    @TheHoth1 5 лет назад +32

    When you see a high mileage Infiniti, don’t buy it!
    Too late for me, but save yourself;)

    • @rosssteuck4989
      @rosssteuck4989 5 лет назад

      Best laugh of the day...Thank you !!!!!!! Sorry about the infin.

    • @MegaNiQ
      @MegaNiQ 5 лет назад +1

      I almost did that....
      Whew

    • @mikefoehr235
      @mikefoehr235 5 лет назад

      LMAO

    • @AwakeDude911
      @AwakeDude911 5 лет назад

      let me guess G35 ???????

    • @grlmgor
      @grlmgor 5 лет назад

      Rumor has it they drive to Infiniti
      dealership.

  • @johnrieley1404
    @johnrieley1404 4 года назад +2

    Thanks Scotty, worked on cars and trucks before OBD. Now getting ready to buy used, you really help.

  • @eabaendallbeall7959
    @eabaendallbeall7959 5 лет назад +58

    Seller: WHAT R U DOING!!!!!
    Me: scotty said to see if it shifts smooth into reverse, in town and on the highway.

    • @Jstadood
      @Jstadood 5 лет назад +4

      EABA EndAllBeAll hella underrated comment 😂😂😂

    • @henrychalera5526
      @henrychalera5526 5 месяцев назад

      This. 😂

  • @norbertomoran4575
    @norbertomoran4575 4 года назад +60

    Scotty: You’re a rockstar. Thanks for these vids.

  • @chicanopowers4938
    @chicanopowers4938 5 лет назад +7

    That does it I'm getting a scan tool, you've drilled that pragmatic reality into my mind.
    Instead of always going to my friends with scan tools, now some of my other friends without can come to me.

  • @everyday5557
    @everyday5557 4 года назад +10

    One of my favorite channels on RUclips and I’m not even a mechanic

  • @billc7211
    @billc7211 5 лет назад +13

    “Walk, don’t run away” That’s the casual way you diss the car - keep your cool as you turn your back. Thanks for a super-useful video Scotty!

    • @Goodywagon
      @Goodywagon 5 лет назад

      Hehe.

    • @miragexl007
      @miragexl007 4 года назад +1

      Walk, Don't Run Away.. Or run don't walk how many pairing? Isn't that the thing going around about the Democratic party? Bad cars, bad party run away from. LOL. Live Free or Die... As the sign says above your garage Scotty

  • @who26969
    @who26969 5 лет назад +15

    I love how well you explain things with a slight sense of humor and energy.

  • @Warlord2029
    @Warlord2029 5 лет назад +31

    Scotty is s one of a kind mechanic! Wish there was more like him. I have learned a lot from his advice;)

  • @ivjr1
    @ivjr1 3 года назад +1

    My dad's work truck has been declared a total loss from the insurance. We are currently shopping for a used F-150. We would benefit from the scan tool. Thank you Scotty!

  • @immortalfool7627
    @immortalfool7627 5 лет назад +18

    Thanks Scotty, I only drive used cars. Honda’s. I will remember this one when need to replace one of them.

    • @ben5966
      @ben5966 4 года назад

      Same

    • @herotiramisu1
      @herotiramisu1 4 года назад

      I got my old 2004 honda and it runs like a champ, never got any mechanical problems, never had any issues at all, just keep a yearly maintenance by changing oil and oil filter...

  • @MrDan557
    @MrDan557 5 лет назад +41

    I don't even have a car. They're endless money pits. I love Scotty's show anyhow!

    • @dreamsteal4773
      @dreamsteal4773 5 лет назад +4

      MrDan557 drive a Toyota or Lexus.

    • @kloschuessel773
      @kloschuessel773 5 лет назад

      MrDan557 what do you waste your money on?

    • @kloschuessel773
      @kloschuessel773 5 лет назад +4

      MrDan557 another waste of money: state funded transportation like trains and busses

    • @MrDan557
      @MrDan557 5 лет назад +1

      @@kloschuessel773 That's why I ride my bicycle everywhere or get a cab. I have good clean public trains running right across the road on top of that, so why bother with a car? :-D I'd rather travel then spend thousands every year on some endless money pit. :-D

    • @EndlessMoneyPits
      @EndlessMoneyPits 5 лет назад +3

      Hey, good idea for a RUclips channel!

  • @Miopop58
    @Miopop58 4 года назад +237

    Want to save money ?
    Don't buy a car.

    • @ЦветозарЦветков-е5о
      @ЦветозарЦветков-е5о 4 года назад +16

      buy a bus

    • @johnbartley1132
      @johnbartley1132 4 года назад +15

      I like to drive too much. Bought a Kia for $400, rebuilt the front end, put a power steering pump in it, and I now own a great little car with no payments and no issues

    • @seane.9937
      @seane.9937 4 года назад +8

      Ultimately that is true. I live in Houston like Scotty does and this city is so large you really need a car. I bought a 2001 lexus gs300 with 181k on it for 1700$ i believe I circumvented many used car problems by going with lexus. So far i really like it.

    • @Soul56293
      @Soul56293 4 года назад +15

      I agree but having your own personal transportation is better than anything. I’ve been catching the bus for a while and it sucks. I like the freedom of owning a car I can go wherever I want plus women like when you have your own car.

    • @everydayfun9531
      @everydayfun9531 4 года назад +1

      Renting is alright i guess.

  • @slapyomomma
    @slapyomomma 3 года назад +1

    It is so nice to hear someone in the automotive industry with integrity

  • @maingun07
    @maingun07 5 лет назад +9

    _"Walk, don't run away..."_
    Whew! I'm glad it's not the other way around because it's a long way home and I'm no spring chicken.

    • @grassroot011
      @grassroot011 5 лет назад +1

      Should have said," Run, don't walk." from it. But move away at your own chosen speed.

  • @markmoore5380
    @markmoore5380 5 лет назад +51

    Great advice as usual. Wish I lived close enough for him to be my mechanic.

    • @msdee3463
      @msdee3463 4 года назад +3

      I can tell he's a genius in the car mechanic trade

    • @skylark1848
      @skylark1848 4 года назад +4

      Anyone would be lucky to apprentice with him

  • @NOLL72
    @NOLL72 4 года назад +420

    Jeez, wouldn't it be nice if there was an electronic scan tool you could attach to a new potential girlfriend to do a diagnostic for previous problems. LOL!

    • @lisasmith516
      @lisasmith516 4 года назад +9

      She'd buy it for you! 😉 JK!

    • @jackd1582
      @jackd1582 4 года назад +4

      Hell yeah

    • @RadekZielinski.
      @RadekZielinski. 4 года назад +32

      sorta...is... it's a pregnancy test. Social media also does a decent job, too many titttty out photo's don't mean too good for example.

    • @bunzeebear2973
      @bunzeebear2973 4 года назад +8

      There is one - unfortunately SHE LIKES IT "TOO MUCH" Something about a "good vibration"? It comes with batteries. She don't need you no more.

    • @tty1975ful
      @tty1975ful 4 года назад +4

      NOLL72 Lol yes I’ll buy for sure it will save you thousands and thousands in the divorce curt

  • @erichue61
    @erichue61 4 года назад +71

    Scotty’s advice on buying a used car: “just walk away and you’ll have the most perfect used car that you never get to drive.” Fantastic advice, Scotty.

    • @cvcoco
      @cvcoco Год назад

      Alternatively, my girlfriends advice: If you dont want a bad car, trouble or high costs, dont drive it.

  • @nenadkrivokapic9747
    @nenadkrivokapic9747 5 лет назад +8

    4:56 this is the priceless joke of a honest mechanic like Scotty.

  • @brettnanney1932
    @brettnanney1932 5 лет назад +126

    The only scan tool I need is scotty waving his arms. It comes back with all of the codes.

  • @keithkolb129
    @keithkolb129 4 года назад +7

    Scotty, you make me look good! Because of your videos I actually look like I know cars. Thanks for your hard work and dedication to helping all the wannabe mechanics! God bless you and your family my friend.

  • @accurry8566
    @accurry8566 4 года назад +2

    Scotty, great tips! I'm 34F that had my dad look at any car I'm buying through the years. I now have 2 daughters of my own that I'll be helping buy cars in the very near future. My dad lives pretty far away now and these tips will not only help me buying a "new to me" used car right now, they will help me with my daughters. Some useful information I can pass on to them for their future kids too!

  • @BroodallyHonest
    @BroodallyHonest 4 года назад +65

    Scotty kind of reminds me of an older Saul Goodman.

    • @GrantHeadley
      @GrantHeadley 4 года назад +2

      ...with a mind like Mike Ermantrout

  • @quetrice1
    @quetrice1 4 года назад +5

    Thank you so much! You just prevented me from making another big mistake! Buying a Toyota pickup!! Thanks Scotty!!!

  • @colinbraiding4893
    @colinbraiding4893 4 года назад +31

    I want a scan tool that has Scotty inside it telling me all this stuff when I need it :D

    • @scottstabolito8841
      @scottstabolito8841 3 года назад +5

      Have Scotty's laugh when it comes across a tripped code!

  • @slickpointer
    @slickpointer 4 года назад +30

    Oooh “it just needs a tune up YOU HAVE NO I.D.E.A” 😆

  • @raymondinia7194
    @raymondinia7194 5 лет назад +94

    Dam wish i had found scotty earlier save me couple thousand dollars.

  • @peppazfletcher
    @peppazfletcher 5 лет назад +11

    08:49 WOW ...Scotty ...you just opened my eyes by alot with the Check Engine light scam, i never thought about that. Thank you!

  • @garyyellott2557
    @garyyellott2557 3 года назад +15

    I LOOOOOVE this guy!!! His videos are a pure joy to an ole mechanic as myself. He ALWAYS brings a smile to my face. Sending love from South Texas.

  • @victoriavalencia6712
    @victoriavalencia6712 4 года назад +2

    Scotty you inspired me to go buy a used car and try to fix it myself and I did running good all I have to do is change the O2 sensors now thanks a lot you have also save me a lot of money love the videos Man

  • @HARRUMPH-SAL
    @HARRUMPH-SAL 5 лет назад +12

    9:37 / "You want to eliminate any of the crappers..." Well said.

  • @tooyoungtobeold8756
    @tooyoungtobeold8756 5 лет назад +197

    "Complete stupidity" - Photo of the Capitol Building

    • @heretic191
      @heretic191 4 года назад

      I saw that right as I read that

  • @h.v7461
    @h.v7461 5 лет назад +184

    Darn, wished I had a scan tool before I got married 😉

    • @bricks312100
      @bricks312100 5 лет назад +1

      Funny

    • @muddysledge
      @muddysledge 5 лет назад +4

      Lmao. Great comment of the month

    • @rizwanahmed11
      @rizwanahmed11 5 лет назад +13

      Bet it would have said 'no communication' as soon as you have 'plugged' it in.

    • @bsam358
      @bsam358 5 лет назад +2

      LOL That is one hell of an idea.

    • @chocolatechiclid7654
      @chocolatechiclid7654 5 лет назад +3

      I KNOW WHERE THE PLUG IN XD 😘😘😘😘😘🤣🤣🤣

  • @operating
    @operating 4 года назад +6

    Man, whoever is doing the pics has such excellent timing That just keep cracking up throughout his videos.

  • @Zk8et
    @Zk8et 5 лет назад +33

    Hey Scotty, Should I.....
    Scotty: Walk away.

  • @whokitkat
    @whokitkat 5 лет назад +6

    hey Scotty, thanks for your car info videos! i've learned so much and i love it that you are not pressured by any company/sponsorship and this gives all of us an unbiased opinion. please keep up the videos and i look forward to your next one.

  • @sulaimankaka8423
    @sulaimankaka8423 5 лет назад +7

    I Love your channel!
    It's so awesome that you're a mechanic but still have time for us
    Love from the east

  • @nickolashenry7129
    @nickolashenry7129 4 года назад +2

    I love the classic reverse on the highway test, absolute game changer! Side note. Great video Scotty!

  • @algirdongas1
    @algirdongas1 5 лет назад +4

    Thinking of buying a used car, so the scan tool would really do me well now

  • @RobWill5864
    @RobWill5864 4 года назад +46

    6:15 This video gets a thumbs up for this part alone

  • @MustafaBaabad
    @MustafaBaabad 4 года назад

    I am a mechanical engineer myself and everytime I watch your video I always impress with your knowledge and honesty.
    Thanks from Indonesia.

  • @richardt6980
    @richardt6980 4 года назад +68

    scotty: walk away from it
    unless its a toyota. lol

    • @luqwavionrelerford1095
      @luqwavionrelerford1095 3 года назад +1

      Or a Honda Civic yes god did give all his blessing to the Toyota but Jesus blessed the civic♥️

    • @CuteNeha777
      @CuteNeha777 3 года назад +2

      @@luqwavionrelerford1095 jesus must be Japanese.

  • @ngarcia361
    @ngarcia361 5 лет назад +6

    May have to share this with some friend's. Thanks Scotty!

  • @juancorona3893
    @juancorona3893 5 лет назад +17

    “Walk don’t run away” lol keep it up Scotty!

  • @FrankenRob1
    @FrankenRob1 3 года назад

    I don’t know why I’m watching Scotty videos nonstop, I have a 1 month new car. But learning is learning! Thanks for the knowledge Scotty!

  • @trophix
    @trophix 5 лет назад +82

    Me: Scotty I found a used Che...
    Scotty: Walk away!
    Me: Vy....

  • @edwing3638
    @edwing3638 5 лет назад +12

    TOYOTA CELICA TATTOO!!!! make it happen Scotty!

  • @toms7280
    @toms7280 5 лет назад +10

    Thanks Scotty for saving people from the endless money pits of 3:49.

    • @AwakeDude911
      @AwakeDude911 5 лет назад

      people dont learn ..if its shinny and you can poke at things they will BUY IT... ….

  • @rodney559
    @rodney559 4 года назад +2

    Thanks for being an honest person and taking the time to inform the public about scams and teach those who don't know about how to work on automobiles.

  • @ihadtodoittoem8452
    @ihadtodoittoem8452 5 лет назад +6

    Never thought of dealers actually taking the check engine light out, good tip

    • @paulhoskins7852
      @paulhoskins7852 5 лет назад

      Individual sellers do this as much or more than dealers do.

  • @chriss6356
    @chriss6356 5 лет назад +16

    Reason #2: It's a Fiat-Chrysler

  • @Datsun7705
    @Datsun7705 5 лет назад +84

    Next Video: 5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Buy ANY Car

    • @wesley7753
      @wesley7753 5 лет назад +2

      Nice😆

    • @elcocoreyes
      @elcocoreyes 5 лет назад +1

      its Scotty
      "5 reasons youre stupid and im smart"

    • @rattlehead999
      @rattlehead999 5 лет назад

      it costs money, requires maintenance, gives you problems, the global city infrastructure suffers due to cars, you will have to give people lifts.

    • @oofatmaloofawitz2982
      @oofatmaloofawitz2982 5 лет назад +2

      They're endless money pits!

    • @Perich29
      @Perich29 5 лет назад +1

      Next video 5 reason you should never drive a semi truck in Texas

  • @cliffdiver1965
    @cliffdiver1965 4 года назад +1

    First tools I use when looking for a pre owned vehicle, EYES, EARS, NOSE, and FEEL from vibes (good and bad). Thanks for all the great tips uncle Scotty.

  • @stephaniem8162
    @stephaniem8162 4 года назад +9

    I will come back to video, write down list and buy the scan tool. Love ya lol stay safe during this crazy epidemic. God bless.

  • @Johnny53kgb-nsa
    @Johnny53kgb-nsa 5 лет назад +30

    Scotty is one if my most watched You Tube channels. I couldn't imagine how much money he has saved people over the years. JohnG

    • @barrontrump3943
      @barrontrump3943 5 лет назад +1

      Machanics hate him

    • @silasmcgee3647
      @silasmcgee3647 5 лет назад +1

      @@barrontrump3943 because no one's buying the useless endless money pits anymore or at least those who washed him and actually had the dignity to listen because mechanics other than Scotty tend to love the cars that are the worst because they make the money and they hate the cars that don't break such as Toyota because they hardly ever come in to be fixed and they make no money off of them

    • @silasmcgee3647
      @silasmcgee3647 5 лет назад +1

      Meanwhile mechanics are getting rich off of Chrysler's and Range Rovers

    • @barrontrump3943
      @barrontrump3943 5 лет назад

      Silas McGee yep i figured as such. Im surprised he hasn’t had any death threats by now. I got my ‘14 corolla and its the opposite of a money pit ;)

    • @RayJays
      @RayJays 5 лет назад +1

      Same here. Learned quite a bit about my vehicles. You don't realize how much you don't know until you listen to Scotty's videos daily.

  • @johndela4911
    @johndela4911 5 лет назад +5

    Ya brighten my day eveytime I watch you here down under.

  • @LHEXWORLD
    @LHEXWORLD 4 года назад +2

    Really powerful lessons from a professional mechanic like you.hoping I could buy a great used car that could last for many years

  • @luisdominguezmora7216
    @luisdominguezmora7216 5 лет назад +6

    Scotty is always dropping knowledge just like that scan tool when finding codes!!! Lol

  • @josepha5149
    @josepha5149 5 лет назад +16

    "I KnOw WhAt I HaVe"
    Scan tool says otherwise

  • @Bronstone1
    @Bronstone1 4 года назад +3

    Great informative info. Thanks! I'm an old school backyard mechanic and never get tired of picking up new tips :-)

  • @debbieramsey8933
    @debbieramsey8933 Год назад

    Oh, Scotty, you are the best! I’m a 70 year old Grammy, & I only ever buy used. My husband used to be a big help on checking them out beforehand, but he says they are so complex today he doesn’t trust himself to make a good decision. I’ve been saving all of your tips so I can be knowledgeable when the time comes to purchase. I’ve even bought a few products to help my beloved 260k plus mileage Toyota Highlander last longer! I’m getting me a scan tool asap! ❤