Pontiac LeMans For $5000??? FLIP or BUST? - NNKH
I paid $5000 for this 1972 Pontiac LeMans that's been sitting a few years. Can we flip it for a profit?
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Keep it going Chris. Your randomness and lack of "polish" and overproduction is what makes your channel great.
Charming! talk about a back handed kick in the bollocks!
I respect what you do. Resurrecting vehicles, bringing them back.. such a waste to see cars like this rot away
For guys or gals who love cars, you can learn a lot by watching this channel. Filming is always on point. Hanging out with a genuine mechanic is time well spent.
I think that's a $10k car all day long. Unmolested LeMans that aren't rust buckets are really tough to find. Especially with the convertible top. You made a few bucks and somebody got a good base to start with for a fair price.
I agree $10,000
Yup, $10K all day long. You gotta consider including the tools used in price when resurrecting rigs like these, even if you didn't do too much. $10K would've been fair since most of the work was done... somewhat.
But Chris is happy getting $5K out of it, that's what counts.
I'm from Belgium, I just binge drinked 2 years of you channel in 2 months. I learn a lot and see incredible places I probably will never have the chance to see in my live. Thank you for what you are doing.
Can't thank you enough for tuning in and checking out all the videos!
That's awesome to be admired/appreciated from so far away, just know this guy spoke for many here whom stay silent on their keyboards /pads. ❤
That Pontiac is an absolute score! I love the LeMans without a GTO. Condition underneath is unbelievable considering especially where it comes from
That's what I thought too
My dad had a '72 T37 350/350t in immaculate condition . Would have been nice if he would have hung on to it but my brother bought it from him and took it to Daytona Beach and flipped it.😢😢 Unfortunately both of them are no longer with us. Damn, I miss them both😢😢😢
@@Daddyrabbit_2 - Sorry for your loss - I feel for you as I miss my Dad and brother as well.
Nice flip Chris! It looks like there's so much content that we didn't get to see but the property is really starting to look great! I've never seen an organized shop with so much stuff in it, it's nuts. I laughed when you tried to remember where your spark plugs were. You're going to need a dewey decimal system to find everything!
Chris you made a good choice buying it , you helped Robert too by not low balling him. You made a fair deal selling it, which in turn made 2 people happy. On the plus side you made a quick profit not bad at all. Gus is always one of the highlights of the videos. Take care brother. Have a Happy Thanksgiving.
The tow truck comes in handy Chris, good thing you got it and fixed up!
This is exactly what my dad did for years. It seemed like every time he got a car I loved he would sell or trade it. He said, you can’t keep them all. There just an investment. He made serious cash over the years. Love your content.
Gotta love the neighbour making sure you weren’t steeling it. A proper neighbour! Love the colour of your new car. 😎
Not many investments pay 100% dividend these days like your Pontiac did, so I’d say you did well with virtually no risk, really liking your wise use of shop space- nice setup
The car had the optional Endura nose…..also the rear quarter top area that you pointed out and said the crease had bondo over it is wrong only the hard top cars have the crease all the GM A body convertibles were leaded smooth there ! Thx for the video!
Loved this revival. A friend had a 70 Le Mans with a bunch of GTO badges added on. We called it the “Le Goat”. Even flipped the air cleaner lid for that extra 15 HP!
My heart jumped when you fell trying to get the compressor up . Relieved to see you are ok , gotta be careful when p[laying with ladders !
Making money is a plus, happy 4 you Chris. That said I’m happier knowing such a timepiece has a future instead of being parked outside rotting away. 👍
With this car being one of the sexiest body styles made with the vert and all, she deserves a proper "body off" resto with a good dipping of her frame. That's just a good and proper start to have such an AWESOME car like this... This is obviously one of my favorites from the 70s. At least the MID 70 bodies. This thing makes my pants a little tight in certain areas!!!
Chris, I enjoy your content, no matter what...or where. You never disappoint! Thanks!!
I appreciate that!
Nice flip there Chris. Raising that compressor reminded me of myself trying to hang my gas unit up with a rope and pulley. Wasn't that easy. I'm sure that compressor was heavier. My daughter was asking what she could get me for Christmas. NNKH toboggan is gonna be perfect. 🎅
Good flip. Good to see it went to a home where it will get the love it deserves.
Chris, Wow. My Grandparents were on the corner 112 Colman Ave. and I remember that car parked in the garage behind them. I think there were twin brothers who shared cars. I also remember a 442 parted in the garage. I even lived with my Grandparents in 1968 and went to 1st grade around the corner. Great memories of a friendly neighborhood. My Mom and her younger sister and brother were die hard Morrisville Bull dogs. My Grandfather raised 3 generations of "Jeff" the Bulldog mascot.
Beautiful car Chris! Thanks for keeping these things alive. American heritage.
Great flip Chris! Your "shop" and yard is looking fantastic 🙌
I have seen newer cars, less than 15 years, with lots of rust. The condition of this Pontiac is great! Cosmetics and basic mechanical elbow grease and it is worth every penny to the new buyer. Congrats on him on getting one like this that got your knowledge and elbow grease on it, making it road worthy!
So glad you could sell it for a profit!!!! Such a nice car. Looking forward to see more improvements done on Jen's Ford😊 !!
She sure looked like a runner to me, after I saw the engine compartment I figured it might be a "throw a battery in" kinda thing and it pretty much was. Good on you Chris. Valuing cars is always dicey. My dad is a lot like you, independent mechanic in central Oregon, works mostly on BMW and Mercedes-Benz. Now getting close to retirement he likes buying fixer uppers and I help him with the online stuff, finding, buying and selling. So I know how weird valuing cars can be. Always good to see the wrecker doing good, loved the wrecker series. Love the new garage, exactly the setup you deserve. Keep it up Chris, I will keep watching.
I’m also watching from Oregon 🌲
Chris, You did very very well on the flip. The time and cost of all the body work, rust and Mechanical for dependability is more than it's worth. Keep up the amazing videos 👍 I love watching you revive these old forgotten vehicles. I still have my 1979 Dodge Magnum XE GT I bought brand new in 1979 and still with the original paint. Now 44 years old. It's Always been kept in the garage and still looks like show room condition with 25,000 miles on it. It's hard to watch all of these amazing cars succumb to the elements.
That was a really solid car underneath, yes it had bondo in the doors,lower fenders and quarters but the actual shell was well worth putting some money in to it and a great back story to it. Keep 'em coming.
That's awesome Chris , I am happy that you made out good on the Pontiac. But that was really a no losing deal , I mean a running and driving LeMans convertible! Yes it needs work but it is all there and there are only so many of those that are around out there. Thanks for taking us along and of course thumbs UP!!
Mad respect! I’ve always appreciated your genuine character & transparency. Keep up the great work! TY! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Such a great story on the Pontiac,sounds like everyone came out good on everything at the end.Keep up the good work.
Having had many convertibles Id say having AC is a must. Some days that are so hot you want the top up and the air on! 😅😅 Loved the video! A Tempest is a rare icon so the $10K offers arent crazy!!!!❤❤❤
So happy to see you make some money on this one. You do a great job on your channel and having a few extra bucks will help. Keep them coming. I'm an 80 year old living vicariously through you and Jen.
Good call. It will certainly need a lot of body work, considering Maaco was involved in covering up the ugly bits with smoke and mirrors. Also, the cost of replacing the top alone would be a tough check to write. You enjoyed a nice ride and doubled your money. A better deal certainly awaits.
I enjoy your videos. Hey i spotted that car when you were working on your motorcycle. Brings back another memory in my life, i married in 1975 and my wife and I drove off in a "just married" shoe polished 1971 Pontiac GTO. Car has been long gone, but wife and i are still together after all these years!
LIKE THAT YOU ARE USING THE OLD TOW TRUCK YOU FIXED UP. WORKS GREAT!
Safety cones might be a good idea while you grab those cars. Just looking out for your safety.Garage looks nice
Love the channel and the fact that you’re just a straight up good dude!! And boy is THAT rare nowadays. Keep doing you Chris! You and Jen are breaths of fresh air!!!
Great job bud! You made a comment about the content and how somewhat random it is, that’s a lot of the appeal for some of us, the randomness. But also your personality is what comes through and your entertaining as all hell. Just keep doing you man, we appreciate it.
That is such a beautiful car. With a little TLC, it will be an awesome driver. Great flip!
Love Gus !!! looking forward to your next cross country adventure with Jen and Gus and a classic car from out west. That was a bargain you got for 5K; someone will probably do yet another GTO clone.
Holy smokes look at your shop! Amazing! My kind of style. Happy for you.
You did great on that flip! Glad you got some windshield time with the top down. Love your content!
Good buy and re-sale. That Lemans was special ordered as it has the endura front bumper and full console. The best part is you got that car out of its resting place and to a buyer that will most likely fix what's wrong with it. Mostly the rust that needs to be repaired. You made the right call.
Chris this was pure entertainment and glad you made some money on the car. Look forward to seeing updates on Jen’s Torino. This is a great channel.
Keep ‘em coming. Just like most everyone else, I’m along for the ride.
This car is in Virginia now getting lots of love that it deserves. I’m actually fixing all the issues and daily driving now. So far rear springs to get ride height back correct, shocks, tires, correct center caps and lug nuts, plugs, wires, new dual exhaust system, detail motor, deep clean top and interior, removing yellow overspray. Have removed a/c compressor to replace and starting on convertible top hydraulic leak hopefully tomorrow. It’s a great car. Wish I could post a picture to show progress. Glad you found this Chris.
Nice to see a KZhead page from my old stomping grounds. I live on Philadelphia Ave for over 10 years. Grew up in North Park. Pennsbury grad. Great videos.
Definitely needed to have the wheels set further down in your wheel lift 2 notches back would of been perfect .
You know I love these videos Chris and I'm glad you made a good profit on this one. Great car back in the day.
So in Fay,NC there was a 69' Judge 4spd car that I always had seen since I could remember. It's my favorite car ever so every time the wind blew that tarp up on the right front fender I knew what it was. I kept telling my dad I wanted it.One day when I was 17 and coming home from church I stopped and started talking to her.I offered her $5stacks at the time and she said yes.She only wanted $3500 for it.I told her it was worth more and as soon as I uncover it they'll come like moths to a flame,and they did.The car was pristine with 25,000 miles on it.Just the right front fender was faded from the tarp always blowing in the wind.We got that car running after sitting for so long and I remember my pops leaving out of there sideways in a car that sat for years lol..We cleaned everything, replaced gaskets and whatever else needed to be done.I also had a 71'Chevy Longbed that I had lowered and hot 283 in it that I drove from the time we bought it as a junk truck to being entered in show's in the daily driver class which I won many awards.I drove the Goat all the time I loved having my favorite car ever and it was mine from my money working the farms and my car detailing business.Me and dad got into it and I packed up and caught ride to BMore where I was from for the summer.I decided to stay with my mom.So I left my truck and car at dads till i had work to bring them here. No one told me but my father sold both of them together for $60 grand and bought a beach house at Myrtle Beach with our my knowing.I was devastated and I didn't talk to my father for almost 12yrs cause he signed my name on my titles and sold my vehicles I worked so hard for and saved everything I made to have them.Since I can't afford a real GTO anymore I always keep my eyes out for a Leman's or Tempest to get and Clone that old Judge for my sanity.Hell they're expensive as hell also.So one of these days I'm gonna find me a 68-69 And Clone it up.There just something about that Carousel Red,a modern 6speed and a Super Charged 6ltr LS in it to be my daily driver in my 50's now.I'll keep a truck and drive the heck outta my modernized Judge clone LoudLove
Thank you for your honesty, telling us the full story and the prices you are a good person, you have my like and subscription.
Love seeing vid from you on Sunday morning…makes my coffee taste so much better! ❤
I love you and Jen. You're videos are informative and cool to watch.
Thanks Chris, love the channel. It's got to be over a year now, maybe more. I enjoy every video. The shop is looking great. Looking forward to the next random video. ❤
Chris your channel is awesome as you are you and Jen and Gus and turbo. My fav chnell. Keep doing you we love it.
1:27 freaking nosy karens, man!!! 🤦🏻♂️
Nice car! I’ve been a fan of the ‘70-72 Poncho since I bought a 70GTO in 1985. I’ve owned almost a dozen since then. This one had all the LeMans Sport appearance options and none of the performance stuff. Nearly every convertible I’ve seen had A/C. Power steering and manual/front drum brakes was an odd order but jives with the manual windows I think. Ya did good on this one! A convertible A body GM anything from those years have been bringing some good money for a couple of decades now. I had a ‘70 LeMans Sport that I drove from Daytona Fl, to Cleveland OH and From the Beach in S. Carolina to Pismo in Ca. (Not all in one trip but over a few years) The GTO did 7.90’s on a local 1/8 mile drag strip and had working A/C! (455/Turbo 400). Nice driving, comfortable cars with great performance and good looks too! You would have enjoyed owning and driving that one even without the performance stuff.
Great find, it's nice they called you back to come buy it. I think you both got a fair price for what it's worth. Thanks for the video Chris, we love watching your fun times!
Keep doing what you're doing Chris, absolutely love the channel and everything you do👍
There’s just something about old Pontiacs that I love. I may be a little partial since I own a 69 Firebird. Great car!!
Wasnt that a firebird Rockford (James Garner) drove?
Same here I also have a 69 firebird 4, 1972 LeMans one is a wagon and a 1963 Catalina!
There's always a Pontiac person out there that will pay what they want to have that particular car. Really it's that way with whatever make and model. If a person wants it, condition applied, they'll pay it to have it. You should have more subs. Great chanel Chris and Jen
thats pretty amazing story for that car. love the vids, and putting these classic vehicles back on the road, or water. I think your channel is the best that do these style of vids, its also cool to see a lot of the channels being friends with each other, and not agents each other. the beanies look pretty cool, love the fold over style better then the straight beanies. definitely have to look into them.
Robert obviously enjoyed that car for quite sometime, you got a good deal-enjoyed it and moved it on down the road. Good on ya for making a couple of bucks in the process.
Somebody had their priorities wrong when they ordered that Pontiac. Power steering, air con, convertible, rally wheels and auto, but two barrel carb, single exhaust and unassisted drum brakes? Definitely built for show and not go or stop either for that matter. I still shake my head at the brakes. Good deal and a good sale, the buyer knew what he was buying as much as you did and I think offered you a fair price. You know what they say about convertibles, as the top goes down, the price goes up and they are not making anymore of those Pontiacs. Cheers mate, Stuart 🇦🇺
Most v8's had 2-barrel carbs back then. Also, not all Pontiacs were "muscle cars".
You can flip it, but this is one that I think you need to fix and keep. Very nice car to have in the summer.
Getting an actual tow truck, was so smart of you. It is amazing how much you collect and save. It is refreshing, you're a unique dude. Haha.
Sweet ride. Love the style of that era. Drum brakes are a little scary. All and all you did well. Amazing what those old cars are demanding. Enjoy your day with your sweetie and Gus.
Great score on the 72 lemans. It looked great with the enduro front end. GTO option. I have a 1965 lemans and love that car. Factory Iris mist W/ black vinal top and AC. Really enjoy your chanell.
Chris you are always a class act and a great human being. Thank you for the awesome video.
Nice job Chris, can see it was that man’s pride and joy at one stage so nice to see it being sold on to let someone else experience!👍🇮🇪
Awesome car man, glad it will be back on the road…love what you do, and thanks for bringing us along..:)
That car obviously stayed in great condition because of the owners love.😊
Sweet looking ride. It's got that Cutlass Oldsmobile vibe. I've had a couple GTOs I like Pontiacs
Nice flip. All parties are happy! What else can you ask for? Plus you deserve a monetary reward for your efforts, “It’s a Business.”
With some time and money put into it, that Pontiac could be amazing once again. Thanks for the upload!
It’s a good day when nnkh posts.🎉
Thats a great car.. I'm not a convertible fan but I am a fan of that model car. She brings back some memories! Can't wait to see how this one turns out
this was a cool find Chris. i was just talking with Mopar Pro the other day about you and the Savoy! love the channel and your positive attitude.
I think it's the randomness that keeps it fresh. Always enjoy your vids Chris. Thanks again.
Solid man! Really cool car, I think you both got good deals, and nothing wrong with that. Garage is looking awesome, whole lot really coming together nicely
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This has turned in to one of my favorite channels. Please keep doing what you are doing!
Hell yeah new episode! been literally watching old content the past two days lol
Top notch content as usual! You treat your vids like you treat your vehicles my man!
Awesome car! The euro sport front ends are such a nice style! ABSOLUTELY loved you picking it up with the tow truck! It was such a nostalgic touch ❤️. Great work getting it running again and yeah man on to a new home! Awesome job!👍🏻👍🏻☕️
I’m a local in the Trenton area as well. Love what you do and your approach to troubleshooting! Thanks to you I discovered Dalton’s channel and watch all of his stuff as well. Love the find! I love GM A body cars and your 71 Chevelle is a dream car of mine. Keep it up!!
That car is worth a full restore imo, especially since the underneath is so rust free, I would not sell that, especially since it's a convertible, that car is sweet!
Another awesome video! Not to bad getting that beautiful car running! Great flip man
Chris, anytime you can double up is a good time!! Keep up the good work!
I ran wrecker for a decade and can tell you that you want that wheel sitting further down in your L-arms, Extending your L-arms out would have gotten your lasso strap much closer to the ideal Y configuration as well.
One of the best car channels on KZhead!! I enjoy watching your channel
Chris and Jen are easily 2 of the nicest people on YT, I've lost count of how many times Chris has pulled over to help someone obviously struggling on the side of the road. So I'm a little surprised to see some of those who profess to enjoying their content piling on the little old lady who asked a perfectly reasonable question of a stranger taking photo's of a car she obviously knew didn't belong to him, at least before he told her he'd just bought it, at which point she took him at his word, no harm, no foul. To me she behaved like a concerned citizen watching out for a neighbour is all, something we could all do with a little more of IMHO, and so what if her car is a mess, what's it to you, it's not your car. Has the USA fallen so far in grace that all you keyboard hard men can't spare 5 minutes to show some courtesy to a little old lady?
That's not her car, either. I woulda told her I was stealing it.
Agreed. My neighbors barely talk to one another, much less keep an eye out for suspicious activity. The lady reminds me of neighbors I once had in Ohio back in the day.
Very well spoken Sir...very well spoken...this to Andy Edgar ❤
Hey Chris, it’d be cool to see more tundra videos if you get around to doing any repairs or upgrades on it!
Hi Chris, thank you for posting another great video. I have started my own project in the last few weeks. It’s 1966 Holden HR Premier sedan. Keep the great videos coming !
You did good 👍 the shop is coming together and looking forward for the next trip. 😎
You did good. I wish we could have seen more on this sweet car but gotta take the deals when you can!
So far, this looks like a keeper. Obviously, a little TLC is required, but who doesn't want a sweet ragtop for cruising on those beautiful summer nights... I'm looking forward to further episodes on this gem...
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Beautiful Pontiac!! Love it! Glad you gor to make some money this time!! Love your channels! Keep doin what you're doin!
Hi, yes a shorter video but great quality 👍 the cuts on the slabs always take time, and my dog does the same when I am trying to make the bed. All the best & thank you. 👍🐝🌞