Thank you to everyone who would watch and comment on the videos. My brother and I loved reading your comments and there were MANY times that you guys helped me figure out stuff on the Mustang. Maybe I'll return with a new project on this channel some day.
My heart breaks for you brother. I was here from day one and I enjoyed watching you grow. I'm glad you were able to do this with your brother. I promise you this is something that you and he will never forget. I understand about selling the car I really do. But I will say this... do not give up your efforts on wrenching . This is one way to keep his memory alive. There are and will be other things to work on for him, your dad, your grandfather and yourself. I do the same and think about my dad all the time. Don't let it die brother. And I'll be here still. And yes I'll represent on the other channel from time to time. Mustang Boss crew represent
Dude, do you know what kinda balls it took to put this video out!!!! Mad respect to you. Anyone who is human should totally agree and understand your decision. Any fan should support you regardless. All I can say is bless your father, your brother and you.
I have no idea why this video randomly popped up in my feed, and I would never presume to judge you or your choices. However, I gotta say that this really feels like one of those moments where your loved ones are smiling down on you from heaven and begging you to finish this project somehow- if there's anybody out there that could help you, I pray they're able to connect with you before it's too late to make that change of heart- No matter what, my condolences go out to you and your entire family. May your father AND brothers memory live on in positive light forever 💙🤘
Hey dude, I am commenting to tell you that you made the right decision. I’m about the same age as you and I was in a very similar situation with a 1979 trans am about 12 years ago except I refused to not stop the project and eventually restore it. I was a wannabe mechanic too, way over my head, but I wanted to fight through the uncomfortable feelings and not give up. The amount of time and the involved is inmeasurable and with lacking the skills to do the job efficiently, I became incredibly selfish and neglected my wife and everyone around me. I spent 9 years finishing it before I finally got it painted and put the birds on. I cried when I got it back from paint but when I reflect I realized me and my wife’s relationship was ruined and over the 9 years the amount of animosity is caused was enormous. We just had our first baby who at the time was 1 and a half and I looked around at what I had missed and knew I needed to get rid of the car because of what it represented to my wife and I was still so obsessed with it. To get to my point as to why your making the right the decision, after I sold the car an incredible weight was lifted. I felt alive and it was like the universe opened all the doors that had been closed in my face before that. That car caused an incredible amount of negative energy in my life and it held me back bc all it was doing was attracting negative shit to happen to me. My wife and I are better now and the animosity, though still is there, is not like it was. My kids think I’m the coolest, and my career took off literally the same month that car left my garage. I am way happier now and man, I wish I sold it all those years ago when I was at the crossed roads you are at. You are making a wise decision. Here’s my suggestion though… stay in touch with who ever bought it and if they restore it maybe you can buy it back when they are done. They can deal with the headaches and you can just enjoy it and have your dad and brother ride with you In spirit. I’m sure they will look down and be just as happy as you will be. I’m in that situation now. My car is finished and is only 5 miles down the road. The owner said I can buy it back when I ever I want it. Good luck brother.
Probably 1 of the toughest YT videos I have ever watched. I was here for your first video in the Mustang series. I kept checking for updates. Very sorry for your loss. Thank you for all your videos and closure to what has been going on. I know this was a very difficult video to make. Thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
This is one of those few videos that actually brought tears to my eyes. Pure straight up honesty and words from the heart. I have nothing but respect for that. I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family for your loss. Your brother seemed like the coolest dude. I'd love to see you back again, but take your time. Sending my love from Michigan
As someone grieving for his own parents and facing a similar dilemma for a ‘71 Mustang, my heart goes out to you. Give yourself some grace. You have wonderful memories of your dad and brother, and worked hard to get the car this far. Being overwhelmed right now is natural, and letting the next owner take a burden off of you is not a failing on your part. May your father and brother’s memories be eternal.
I am very sorry for your losses, Family is much more important than sheet metal, I realized that when my Dad passed and his cars had to be sold. Keeping it would only hurt you more.
My condolences to you and your family, my friend. Your tribute to your father and brother was heartfelt and touching. As someone who has 4 cars in various stages of mostly home restoration, I understand the frustration. You're still much younger than I (60) and I'm sure you will find another vehicle some day when you're ready to tackle your next project. Best wishes from my family to yours.
It is totally understandable, you are doing what feels best for you bud .I hope that the cars new owner gives it the restoration it deserves. May your brother rest in peace . Glad to hear your mom is doing well .keep your moms spirits up .Thank you for sharing an important part of your life with us . God bless you and your family.
I appreciate that you took the time to give your fans some closure on this. You and your project were not forgotten. Every few months I would check hoping to see you pop back up. As a wannabe car guy myself, I admired your courage. You are brave for realizing you were in over your head without your brother. I also enjoyed your honest, down to earth filming style. Thank you for the ride. Pay the haters no mind.
Sorry 4 the loss of ur brother I know what it's like! Would loved 2 have watched u & ur brother finish the Mach together but also know where ur coming from there 2! So hurry back & Peace Out 2 the Haters😁
Man this broke my heart... I am very sorry for your loss and i completely understand your decision. Ive been here since the first episode of the project and was looking forward to seeing more progress but considering all thats been happening, im not upset about it in the least. I can see the pain in your eyes man, so just do whats best for you and your family, we'll be here if or whenever you decide to upload again. Regardless, I'll stay no matter what you decide to do with your channel if anything. Im here because of the car, but i stayed because of you. So take your time, im not going anywhere!
I lost my younger brother a few years ago, so I sympathize with your situation and completely understand your decision. Things will hopefully get better as time passes, but I still miss him and feel his loss( a little less every year) When you lose a parent....we lose our past , when you lose a sibling you lose your past, present, and future .....may he rest in peace.
Master auto tech (45 years) God speed sir, lost my father and youngest brother 3 years apart, you made the right decision, get into a different hobby soon, God bless
I can’t imagine how hard it is to lose a brother, I’m praying for you Coach Coop! Your TH-cam family is here for you. Stay strong. Hope you make your way back to making videos when the time is right.
Hang in there man, you're a brave dude for putting this out. Don't rush anything, just take care of yourself and your family. Man... that engine start hits differently now. I'm glad you have the memory of that great moment.
Your sincere grief struck me hard. I feel for your loss, and fully understand your change of mind about finishing the Mach-1. On that note, maybe you can keep in contact with the buyer, and do some updates on it from time to time from his perspective?
Heart wrenching, heartfelt, honest, brave. My brother bought a 1968 fastback brand new; died in 1969. We kept the car and to this day I have maintained, upgraded and driven the car as a connection to him. You have to handle this in whatever way works. Good luck to you and family.
Honestly sir, never seen you prior videos but I totally can relate to ya. If would not finish it either if it wasn't in my heart to do it. Gotta follow your heart. Nothing said on here can fix the hole in your heart but you and your family have my deepest sympathy
No judgment, no hate. Respect for you having to make the call that you needed to do. So sorry for your loss, remember all the good times both of you had together. You're a good man.
All I can say is, you should not feel ashamed in any way, it’s nobody’s place but yours to intervene. I appreciate the honesty and I respect you a lot, not just for putting this video out but for making all the past ones that filled me with so much excitement when I saw them posted. My condolences for your loss.
Stumbled upon your videos and went through a few of them subscribed and then this. You’re a man of steel brother, enjoyed every minute of your videos, such joy and cheerfulness; and despite you saying you didn’t want anyone to, I’ll go ahead and say it… I am truly sorry for your loss. I have a little brother and felt each and every word in this last video. Wish I was half as brave as you’ve shown to be. You did well!! 💪
I lost my family and I can't even look at the pictures still. I can't handle reminders of them. Its been a couple years and its still the same. You're doing the right thing.
Man, I been looking for an update on that car due to its condition when it was started. Prayers to you and family as you have to deal with a loss of that magnitude..I hope you get a first right of refusal on being able to be the first to buy it back if so. Good luck in Life, you'll find another project of your own...
damn man. i’m really sorry to hear about your loss. the reasons for selling it is understandable. the whole situation is understandable. as a follower from this from the beginning you don’t have to worry about disappointing us about not finishing the project. just focus on getting up on your feet again and getting through this man
My dad and I were restoring my great grandfather's 40 chevy. My dad passed in 2019 and I hear you. I have a real had time working on it without him. You are not alone man. How you handle your grief is up to you and no one else.
Your decision as hard as it was is completely understandable. Not one thing we say can make your pain go away Coach. We love you Coach take as much time as you need we keep you and your family in our prayers. The Hurricane Nation is with you.
I watched all the videos on the Mustang and am so sorry for your loss. A man has to do what a man has to do. Hope to see more videos in the future. Take care young man!
You don't have anything to apologize for. At 63, I've lost so many friends and family, and anyone who has would understand your reasoning. Life can rip your heart out at times, and sometimes it's for the better to just let things go to relieve the pain. I am so sorry for your loss.
Man, thats a whole lot of emotions tied up in one car, I dont think I could continue or sell if I was in your shoes, hats off to you for making a decision and sticking to it. My heart goes out to you and your family and I hope this brings you some closure having the car sold. Stay strong and take it slow for a while, You didnt dissapoint anyone here, What you were able to accomplish is more than most people can do. Thanks for the closure on the project and I hope to see your videos pop up again when youre ready to return.
My little brother and I fixed a 1969 mustang grande before I was sent overseas...he blew it up on the way to college .. I will always keep the memories of working on it with him... even though the car was sold as scrap... I understand completely and support you still! All the blessings..Jerry and his little brother Brian
The haters were wrong. Dont give them that. You had life happen to you and your reasons are very understanding. I have missed your videos and glad to see your face! Keep ya head Champ
That's a hard spot you're in. I am so sorry to hear about your Brother's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. Thank you for bringing us up to speed, and I wish you the absolute best. TH-cam is an outlet for me, and I just recently posted my first video with my Brother - and that meant a lot to me to have him in the video.
From Ontario Canada: I found your channel today. I waited till last to watch this one even though it came up on my feed first. I went back to the start and watched all of the videos on the mustang. I am a car guy. I've worked on them my entire life. I don't particularly like mustangs but there was something about this one. The draw for me was you and your family's car story. Watching the clip of you and your brother getting her running for the first time in so many years, brought a tear to my eye and put a smile on my face. May you find peace and cherish the memories you have with your dad and brother. You have a new subscriber in me. I hope you decide to post videos on some new projects. If you do I will be here to watch them. Be well brother. I feel for you :(
I often wondered what happened to you and the Mustang project over the last couple years. I am so sorry to hear that your brother has passed. I don’t blame you for your decision. Prayers to you sir and stay strong. I have watched every upload and hope you will continue with more in the future.
I just seen your video for the first time and I started to cry. I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother and the dream of fixing that mach 1 up together.take care of yourself !
My deepest condolences to your losses, both your Dad and your brother. I can see and feel your pain. I respect your decisions. I've been with you since day 1 on this project and will continue to be with you. I know we're total strangers but you have gained a friend. God bless you and your family. Please take care brother.
You popped up which I assume thru an algorithm. Watching your previous videos, I am no where near a mechanic but you make me optimistic. Love how you are not a scripted TH-camr and real; you have a new subscriber. The haters are keyboard warriors who watched your video's for tips of your trial and errors. Wish you a better year; memories never fade and thank you for opening up. Don't say good bye, but see you later.
Take the time to heal yourself and your family. I am sorry for your loss and understand why you need to do this. You did not let anyone down nor did the haters win, you showed us what can happen when loved ones come together. This chapter may be at the end but i know your story is far from over. I subscribed to enjoy the journey and will stay subscribed. Like you said maybe one day you will return. I will be here if that day does come. Thank you sir for the laughs, and journey, and the love you showed in your videos.
I understand completely. I'm so sorry to hear of your brother's passing and know you all will miss him. Having gone through a similar situation, I know the feelings you are having. Hang in there, it takes time to accept things as they are now in your life.
So sorry for your loss. Thanks for the hours of entertainment and inspiration you and your brother provided. Don't worry for a moment about what other people think. You do what's best for you to find peace and healing.
I never comment on videos,never. But this hits home. I built a motorcycle with my brother.we finished the bike,I entered it in a national bike show and it won a top ten prize. My brother was unable to attend the event. He passed away from cancer. He didn't live long enough to see it in the magazine. I always said I would never sell that bike,that they would bury it with me but over time the pain of him not being here was too much to bear looking at it as it sat collecting dust. I still have a pic of him sitting on the bike in the mock up stage, he was tired and sick and you could see his struggle to be there in that moment.. blessings to you my friend. You are not judged, and not alone
Man. Im so sorry. I lost my brother unexpectedly when I was 18 and it sucks. This is unfortunate, but I did really enjoy your videos and this series. I knew from the start that this was a huge project and probably more than someone with little mechanic experience (like myself) could handle... but seeing your joy and excitement always got me excited to work on my Mustang! Thank you for sharing this part of your life with everyone and being vulnerable. Hang in there, it will get easier.
Honestly can't begin to imagine how you feel, so sorry for your losses in such a short amount of time. Life isn't fair. Massive respect to you for posting this video. We always checked and wondered what happened to your videos but I am so sad to hear why you can't finnish the project. Totally understand why and you shouldn't apologize or feel like you let anyone down. Life has let you down you do what you need to do to find happiness again x
I watched and waited until eventually I gave up. My dad had that car and it’s always been my dream car so to see someone else chasing his dad gave me pride. With that said I was never disappointed. Life happens. It’s always a part of the adventure with project cars. Losing someone as close as a brother is NEVER an expected part of the project. Thank you for entertaining me and I pray your brother is at peace and the rest of your family finds a way to love in spite of the loss. Be well on this journey forward my friend.
You popped up in my feed today. I’m TRULY sorry to hear you have had so many challenges the last few years. Don’t stress yourself. Your dad and brother would NOT want this creating stress and anxiety on what is supposed to be fun. Give yourself time to heal. Take care and be patient with this recovery. Don’t listen to ANY negativity nobody else is walking in YOUR shoes. Take care. Much love…
wow that is just crushing. man what a lot to deal with. i have watched from the beginning...always enjoyed your cheerfulness and excitement over the car...I have one too and got excited right along with you. figured that life got in the way of the project...i guess it did although did not know how much. super sorry for your family...hopefully you can all come together and somehow keep going forward. take care buddy
Young man this was my first time watching your channel I couldn't stop watching I'm a older guy who has lived a similar story I lost my son in 2019 he was 28 I own a 69 GTO I've had since 94 it was going to be his I have a hard time driving it sometimes.My Dad just passed he had hot rods they are mine but they will always be his ,I'm praying for you and your family take some time and make your memories.God bless you.
I was literally just wondering about a week ago if I had missed any videos because I hadn’t seen your videos in so long. I’m so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. My brother is my best friend and I can’t imagine what you’re doing through. I understand your decision 💯 and respect it. I pray for comfort for you and your family and may God bless y’all.
I watched from the very start, yesterday I watched a barn find of a 70 mustang and I thought- I wonder what happened with that guys project… and today this video popped into my feed. I loved those videos and I’m far from being disappointed in your decision. My sincere condolences for your loss and I hope for you and yours the best life has to offer.
Perfectly understandable, dude. Take care of you and your mom, your grief is palpable and I think most of us can understand that the bloom is off the rose on the project because of the connection it had to your brother. Don't apologize for your feelings, you've had some losses over the last couple of years and are bearing up under that weight. Condolences on the loss of your brother, good luck and Godspeed in your future endeavors!
The last project my dad and I ever worked on was changing the cooling fan in my car. He was supposed to leave to return home with my mom after visiting me, but suddenly he showed up with the part needed and we started to work. He got sick partway through the task and never even put away his tools the last time. Two weeks later he died in the hospital. I'm different, I'll never sell that car, but in a way I understand your decision. Maybe you would look back in a while and want to finish the project when the pain was easier, but then again, maybe you wouldn't. I know I'll see my dad again and I know cars aren't really important in the grand scheme of things, but I learned a lot from the connection over them that I had with my dad. Praying for you, man. Those first few months aren't easy.
I feel for you, not sure where you are located but you were close to getting it on the road, I would have loved to put some color on that baby just to see you happy again.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, losing a family member especially a brother is an awful time. Working on cars is meant to bring people together, not about getting them done. I as well as everyone else understand your decision. Best wishes for you in life brother.
Mate i have so much respect for you, i am and will remain subscribed to your channel. I am way over in England, and loved watching your journey. , your brothers spirit will remain always with you. Sending out thoughts from the other side of the big pond.
I can understand man i am sorry for your loss , when I was younger I tried working as a car mechanic and the people there were very toxic they ruined any joy I got for doing that work, I know it's not the same, best wishes to your family
I know how you feel. My dad and I built up an 83 Mustang GT back in the early 2000s. I fell into hard times before we finished it and I sold the car to my dad. It sat in his garage for years. Eventually my dad gave me the car back as a wedding gift in 2014 and I started working on it again. My dad was very excited about it and would help me when ever he could. In 2016 my dad passed away and I couldn't even look at the car without crying. I kept it covered up in the back of the garage and the back of my mind. I still have the car and am finally ready to finish it for the both of us.
Hey just recently found your channel watched the f150 series. I loved it heartbroken to see this and Ik I’m a year late hope you read this comment, I’d love to see the f150 again also hope you start posting again I love your enthusiasm and confidence you have and just hope you’re doing well.
I know it took a lot for you to post this and I’m sure everyone of us who were here with you through this whole series are feeling sad that it had to end, but best believe we are here for you. Personally I fully understand why you had to sell it, a lot of times when I’m wrenching on my cars I do it alongside my father and having some good memories being made while doing so, so when the time comes and my father isn’t around with my I don’t know if I will ever have the strength to ever hold a wrench without thinking of him or all the good times we shared. So with that being said, I fully hope you and your loved ones the best and hopefully we’ll see you on here again. God Bless you all
If there were words to make this better, I would write them. It's just a car that already served it's purpose for you creating the memories you have. Do what you need to do for yourself, that's what matters now. I truly believe you two would have been able to pull it off, no doubts. Godspeed.
So deeply sorry for your loss! On both accounts! I absolutely loved each episode you put out and couldn’t wait between them for the next one! I too lost my dad two years ago next month. It’s hard even now. I also know there’s nothing I can say to make you feel any less hurt. God speed to you my friend! And my condolences to you and your family.
Sir, I just came across your channel. I can say I 100% understand you and you have my total sympathy. Honestly I got choked up watching this. If people hate on you for this then just A HOLES! screw them. A lot of people who hate have absolutely zero idea what it takes to restore/ rebuild an old car. It's not like most people work on them every day or have vast financial resources at their disposal. That's why people hate on us because were doing something they wish they could do, but cant. I'm going to try to not be too long winded here but here is why I can relate to you on your loss. Way back in '98 my dad bought a '50 chevy fleetline out of Tucson Arizona. The car was as solid as the day it was built, it was an old hot rod that was theft recovery. It had a 350 engine in it but ran bad. What I love about it is the color kind of a metallic plum crazy with patina. Anyway he brought it home and we started working on it. Around the same time he got married and I was living with him. At 1st things seemed fine but his new wife made it clear I need to get out. So I moved and we weren't working on the chevy as much due to me not living there. Then not long after that he started having a lot of trouble in his marriage. He definitely married the wrong one. So the car got put into storage where it sat for quite a while. During all that I had the chance of a lifetime to buy my ultimate dream car, a 1969 charger. It needed a lot of work, my dad was not a fan of dodge but he helped when he could. It took me about 2 1/2 years for me to get the car driveable. It had a really crappy orange paint job on it, I wet sanded it down and polished it applied general lee decals and instant patent looking general lee! I had a blast with that car forgetting about the chevy. Well my dads wife got sick and died and my dad bought a '50 ford coupe that was supposed to be finished. A couple of years go by and he had trouble with his back he had to get a spinal operation and he ended up partially paralyzed. He couldn't lift his left leg. He wouldn't go in my charger to showsno matter how much I begged . Every time I drove him in that '50 ford it would break down. Dealing with his Paralysis he got really depressed so he went out less. His brother was the type he likes to stay busy so he talked my dad into working on that chevy. There both mechanically inclined so as they worked on that I was busy doing shows with my charger. My dads brother got sick and died not long after and that chevy went back into storage. My dad got extremely depressed about losing his brother and the chevy went back into storage. Over the years he tried to sell it but it wasn't finished and people were trying to get it for practically nothing. My dad had alot invested in this car. Well in 2014 my charger got stolen. I went into severe depression. My dad offerd the chevy to me for $8000. I took it. I just changed careers into truck driving and it took me a little over a year to pay him off. The chevys engine still needed work and my dad knew someone that was supposed to be a engine building wizard. Well he did get it to sound really good but if it runs for anything longer than 10 minutes it over heats. Anyway at the same time my dad and I were trying to get the problems with his '50 fixed. I could tell he wasn't doing good getting him to go get a check up was next to impossible anyway when he finally did he had stage 4 of liver cancer plus a lot of other things. 10 days after diagnosis he died. That was june 2019. I inherited his house . He has alot of stuff plus another home in northern Michigan. I live in the metro Detroit area. It took me and my sisters a little over 2 years to get everything at the northren house sold. It was a lot of work and I'm not happy because everything was sold cheap. My dad had a lot of things up there, expensive stuff and it went cheap. Even that '50 ford I couldn't get anywhere close to what my dad had in it. I even tried one of those consignment places, dont do that there crooks. All this time and that chevy still is unfinished sitting in storage. I haven't even looked at it in months. I dont want to sell it because I know I will never get another car like that for $8000 my dad has 21000 total in that car. Why haven't I finished it? Life my man trucking and just trying to live is taking up alot of time. I do really understand what your going through. Ita just not the same for me without my dad as is your brother. Please dont think of the mustang not being finished as you lost. For me it was hard letting the northren house go. What I did is I went in every room thanked that certain room for whatever we used it for and when I left the house I bid it goodbye. For some reason it was easier for me, I had closure. I know now the mustang is gone, but look at it this way you and your brother at least had time together foing what you love. Cherish that. Greive if you need to but dont think of selling that mustang as you lost. You had some time to enjoy it with your brother. It did sound really good when it was running! I am truly sorry for your loss. God bless you.
My heart breaks for you brother, I completely understand what your feeling I've been in this situation before and it's so difficult to go through. My sincerest condolences to you and your family, try to hang in there buddy and I'll be looking forward to seeing a new project on the channel in the future!
I was researching the whole "what's my purpose" thing earier. I found an article that placed the question differently as "what can I do with my time that is important?".... You've just answered that for me. For that thank you. The reason I am writing this is I'm hoping it'll also help some others realize what is important for thier time as well.
Coop, my heart is just broken for you and your family. I hope you understand just how many people out here genuinely care about you. Hang in there and don’t be afraid to reach out for support.
Much love to Coop; I hope life gets better. It's easy to understand having your priorities, and losing heart after tragedy strikes. Condolences on your brother, suddenly losing family members is hard and I certainly feel for you. Hopefully you'll feel up to doing a project on TH-cam again, but if not hopefully you live your best life.
You did nothing wrong brother, losing your brother and your father is a tough thing to overcome. It took a lot of courage to make this video. Mad respect.
So, so sorry about the loss of your brother. We have no way of knowing where life will take us. I like your style and hope there's a future for your channel. You might to check out Hemming's Muscle Machine magazine. They feature muscle cars from the past but more importantly the life stories behind those cars with the numerous owner's stories leading up to the eventual resurection of cars that were thought to be lost. I hope to read about you and the Mustang in that magazine some day. May your brother Rest In Peace.
This video randomly popped up in my feed. I’m sorry for your loss. You have to do what you need to do to heal. You may likely one day regret selling the car but know this, you provided someone else the opportunity to restore it back to its former glory. And because of that, you are still honoring the memory of your Dad and brother. I pray peace over you and your family.
I gotta say I enjoyed watching your channel and I wondered what happened over the last couple years. I know me personally I’m not mad I wish I could say I didn’t understand where you’re coming from with your decision but I get it completely. I didn’t sell my car when my daughter passed away but I let it sit for 5 years before I could bring myself to do anything to start working on it again because it wasn’t the same without her right next to me trying her best to help. Take some time get yourself right Be there with your family and if or when you’re ready I’m still gonna watch your channel if you decide to make any more videos down the road from now. I hope you and you’re family can get through the loss of your brother and wish you all the best
So sorry to hear about your brother ! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, as someone who’s watched the whole series I’m sad to not see you guys finish it but I totally understand the decision you’ve made. There’s no anger here, best of luck to you in the future.
You did the right thing. I lost my sister 2 years ago then my dad a year later so I know how you feel with the loss. Sometimes you need to give up things that remind you of them to have a peace of mind. Don't feel bad and don't worry about people on youtube and what they think.
Bro you got thru it. This looked like the hardest thing you've ever had to do. Honestly this is the first video of yours I've seen I'm gonna go back and show some love. I lost a brother as well and the grieving process is different for everybody. NOBODY can tell you what you should or shouldn't do and honestly if I were in your shoes I'd probably would've came to the same conclusion. Condolences to you and your family man please continue to move forward in life stay prayed up and positive may he rest in paradise. ❤️
thanks for the update, I watched your first videos on this car and i often wondered where you had gone to, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother but you'll bounce back when you are ready I'm sure of it, best wishes from the UK
Holy shit man, I can’t imagine what you’re going through and how hard all of this is. I fully understand letting the car go though, the emotional exhaustion of it being there outweighs what people on the internet think it’s worth.
I just want to say friend I was with you from the beginning on this car I want to pay my respects to you and your family also want to say I don't know who bought the car but it might not be you that finishes this car but I can almost guarantee you that car will be finished!!!🙏❤️❤️❤️
Just found your channel cause of this video, I know exactly how your feeling having lost my father, he had a 1918 Maxwell truck that he sold just before he passed away, and his daily driver was a 2008 Ford Focus, the focus is now sitting in my yard cause I can't bring myself to sell it nor can I bring myself to work on it. Obviously take the time you need to process what happened, and when your ready to come back, us viewers will still be here. I'm hoping you come back as your one of the few people on this platform that are still down to earth and genuine people. If you ever need to talk, feel free to hit me up
Thank you to everyone who would watch and comment on the videos. My brother and I loved reading your comments and there were MANY times that you guys helped me figure out stuff on the Mustang. Maybe I'll return with a new project on this channel some day.
We will stay subscribed and hopefully you will do something with a build, if not...that's OK.
Whatta shame ,I'm sorry life has been so unkind to you ,keep your head up and hands greasy
Look forward to it
Was in your shoes 24 years ago this week. Hang in there. He'll always be with you.
My heart breaks for you brother. I was here from day one and I enjoyed watching you grow. I'm glad you were able to do this with your brother. I promise you this is something that you and he will never forget. I understand about selling the car I really do. But I will say this... do not give up your efforts on wrenching . This is one way to keep his memory alive. There are and will be other things to work on for him, your dad, your grandfather and yourself. I do the same and think about my dad all the time. Don't let it die brother. And I'll be here still.
And yes I'll represent on the other channel from time to time. Mustang Boss crew represent
Dude, do you know what kinda balls it took to put this video out!!!! Mad respect to you. Anyone who is human should totally agree and understand your decision. Any fan should support you regardless. All I can say is bless your father, your brother and you.
Agree, it's never easy losing a love one I lost my old pops 7 yrs ago I still remember him like it's was yesterday. My Respects here.🙏
WELL SAID 💯
I couldn’t have said it any better!
Damn right! My brother passed the 17th of December 22. I wouldn’t be able to do it without him either.
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I know what it's like to lose a bother mate, you made the right decision. Do what's right for you. Props for being honest mate
I have no idea why this video randomly popped up in my feed, and I would never presume to judge you or your choices. However, I gotta say that this really feels like one of those moments where your loved ones are smiling down on you from heaven and begging you to finish this project somehow- if there's anybody out there that could help you, I pray they're able to connect with you before it's too late to make that change of heart-
No matter what, my condolences go out to you and your entire family. May your father AND brothers memory live on in positive light forever 💙🤘
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Mad respect for uploading this, I'm sure it was hard. So unbelievably sorry for your loss man
Hey dude, I am commenting to tell you that you made the right decision. I’m about the same age as you and I was in a very similar situation with a 1979 trans am about 12 years ago except I refused to not stop the project and eventually restore it. I was a wannabe mechanic too, way over my head, but I wanted to fight through the uncomfortable feelings and not give up. The amount of time and the involved is inmeasurable and with lacking the skills to do the job efficiently, I became incredibly selfish and neglected my wife and everyone around me. I spent 9 years finishing it before I finally got it painted and put the birds on. I cried when I got it back from paint but when I reflect I realized me and my wife’s relationship was ruined and over the 9 years the amount of animosity is caused was enormous. We just had our first baby who at the time was 1 and a half and I looked around at what I had missed and knew I needed to get rid of the car because of what it represented to my wife and I was still so obsessed with it. To get to my point as to why your making the right the decision, after I sold the car an incredible weight was lifted. I felt alive and it was like the universe opened all the doors that had been closed in my face before that. That car caused an incredible amount of negative energy in my life and it held me back bc all it was doing was attracting negative shit to happen to me. My wife and I are better now and the animosity, though still is there, is not like it was. My kids think I’m the coolest, and my career took off literally the same month that car left my garage. I am way happier now and man, I wish I sold it all those years ago when I was at the crossed roads you are at. You are making a wise decision. Here’s my suggestion though… stay in touch with who ever bought it and if they restore it maybe you can buy it back when they are done. They can deal with the headaches and you can just enjoy it and have your dad and brother ride with you In spirit. I’m sure they will look down and be just as happy as you will be. I’m in that situation now. My car is finished and is only 5 miles down the road. The owner said I can buy it back when I ever I want it. Good luck brother.
that is great story thanks for sharing. I wish I could buy back my old 67 mustang I had in the seventies
Your welcome, 100 percent true too.
Probably 1 of the toughest YT videos I have ever watched. I was here for your first video in the Mustang series. I kept checking for updates. Very sorry for your loss. Thank you for all your videos and closure to what has been going on. I know this was a very difficult video to make. Thoughts & prayers are with you and your family.
This is one of those few videos that actually brought tears to my eyes. Pure straight up honesty and words from the heart. I have nothing but respect for that. I extend my deepest sympathy and condolences to you and your family for your loss. Your brother seemed like the coolest dude. I'd love to see you back again, but take your time. Sending my love from Michigan
As someone grieving for his own parents and facing a similar dilemma for a ‘71 Mustang, my heart goes out to you. Give yourself some grace. You have wonderful memories of your dad and brother, and worked hard to get the car this far. Being overwhelmed right now is natural, and letting the next owner take a burden off of you is not a failing on your part.
May your father and brother’s memories be eternal.
I am very sorry for your losses, Family is much more important than sheet metal, I realized that when my Dad passed and his cars had to be sold. Keeping it would only hurt you more.
Sorry to hear this. Been watching since the beginning
My condolences to you and your family, my friend. Your tribute to your father and brother was heartfelt and touching. As someone who has 4 cars in various stages of mostly home restoration, I understand the frustration. You're still much younger than I (60) and I'm sure you will find another vehicle some day when you're ready to tackle your next project. Best wishes from my family to yours.
It is totally understandable, you are doing what feels best for you bud .I hope that the cars new owner gives it the restoration it deserves. May your brother rest in peace . Glad to hear your mom is doing well .keep your moms spirits up .Thank you for sharing an important part of your life with us . God bless you and your family.
If or (hopefully) when the Mustang Mach 1's done being restored. We would all love a video of it, and you getting to drive it again.
I appreciate that you took the time to give your fans some closure on this. You and your project were not forgotten. Every few months I would check hoping to see you pop back up. As a wannabe car guy myself, I admired your courage. You are brave for realizing you were in over your head without your brother. I also enjoyed your honest, down to earth filming style. Thank you for the ride. Pay the haters no mind.
Sorry 4 the loss of ur brother I know what it's like! Would loved 2 have watched u & ur brother finish the Mach together but also know where ur coming from there 2! So hurry back & Peace Out 2 the Haters😁
None of us are upset Coop. You do what you feel is best. Thoughts and prayers to you and your family. Your extended family is always here for you
So sorry for your loss. My condolences.
Man this broke my heart... I am very sorry for your loss and i completely understand your decision. Ive been here since the first episode of the project and was looking forward to seeing more progress but considering all thats been happening, im not upset about it in the least. I can see the pain in your eyes man, so just do whats best for you and your family, we'll be here if or whenever you decide to upload again. Regardless, I'll stay no matter what you decide to do with your channel if anything. Im here because of the car, but i stayed because of you. So take your time, im not going anywhere!
Sorry for your loss, and thank you for sharing the memories you made with your brother.
I lost my younger brother a few years ago, so I sympathize with your situation and completely understand your decision. Things will hopefully get better as time passes, but I still miss him and feel his loss( a little less every year) When you lose a parent....we lose our past , when you lose a sibling you lose your past, present, and future .....may he rest in peace.
May your bro RIP. 🌼
Master auto tech (45 years) God speed sir, lost my father and youngest brother 3 years apart, you made the right decision, get into a different hobby soon, God bless
Sorry for your loss also my sister passed away 2 days after your brother did she was 24
I can’t imagine how hard it is to lose a brother, I’m praying for you Coach Coop! Your TH-cam family is here for you. Stay strong. Hope you make your way back to making videos when the time is right.
Hang in there man, you're a brave dude for putting this out. Don't rush anything, just take care of yourself and your family.
Man... that engine start hits differently now. I'm glad you have the memory of that great moment.
I hope whoever bought it restores it and gives it back to you
The clip at the end is a great moment and you will always have it to remember...your brother seems like a really nice guy. My condolences.
Your sincere grief struck me hard. I feel for your loss, and fully understand your change of mind about finishing the Mach-1. On that note, maybe you can keep in contact with the buyer, and do some updates on it from time to time from his perspective?
Heart wrenching, heartfelt, honest, brave.
My brother bought a 1968 fastback brand new; died in 1969.
We kept the car and to this day I have maintained, upgraded and driven the car as a connection to him.
You have to handle this in whatever way works.
Good luck to you and family.
Honestly sir, never seen you prior videos but I totally can relate to ya. If would not finish it either if it wasn't in my heart to do it. Gotta follow your heart. Nothing said on here can fix the hole in your heart but you and your family have my deepest sympathy
I was crying right along with you, you did good, what great brother, love ya man 🙏
No judgment, no hate. Respect for you having to make the call that you needed to do. So sorry for your loss, remember all the good times both of you had together. You're a good man.
All I can say is, you should not feel ashamed in any way, it’s nobody’s place but yours to intervene. I appreciate the honesty and I respect you a lot, not just for putting this video out but for making all the past ones that filled me with so much excitement when I saw them posted. My condolences for your loss.
Stumbled upon your videos and went through a few of them subscribed and then this. You’re a man of steel brother, enjoyed every minute of your videos, such joy and cheerfulness; and despite you saying you didn’t want anyone to, I’ll go ahead and say it… I am truly sorry for your loss. I have a little brother and felt each and every word in this last video. Wish I was half as brave as you’ve shown to be. You did well!! 💪
I lost my family and I can't even look at the pictures still. I can't handle reminders of them. Its been a couple years and its still the same. You're doing the right thing.
Man, I been looking for an update on that car due to its condition when it was started. Prayers to you and family as you have to deal with a loss of that magnitude..I hope you get a first right of refusal on being able to be the first to buy it back if so. Good luck in Life, you'll find another project of your own...
If anyone is mad or judgemental they need to have a good hard look at themselves.
Respect to you and your decision.
damn man. i’m really sorry to hear about your loss. the reasons for selling it is understandable. the whole situation is understandable. as a follower from this from the beginning you don’t have to worry about disappointing us about not finishing the project. just focus on getting up on your feet again and getting through this man
My dad and I were restoring my great grandfather's 40 chevy. My dad passed in 2019 and I hear you. I have a real had time working on it without him. You are not alone man. How you handle your grief is up to you and no one else.
Your decision as hard as it was is completely understandable. Not one thing we say can make your pain go away Coach. We love you Coach take as much time as you need we keep you and your family in our prayers.
The Hurricane Nation is with you.
It's your life
It's your choice
We don't have the right to comment on your life
We're just a bunch of people that happen to enjoy watching you
I watched all the videos on the Mustang and am so sorry for your loss. A man has to do what a man has to do. Hope to see more videos in the future. Take care young man!
You don't have anything to apologize for. At 63, I've lost so many friends and family, and anyone who has would understand your reasoning. Life can rip your heart out at times, and sometimes it's for the better to just let things go to relieve the pain. I am so sorry for your loss.
Man, thats a whole lot of emotions tied up in one car, I dont think I could continue or sell if I was in your shoes, hats off to you for making a decision and sticking to it. My heart goes out to you and your family and I hope this brings you some closure having the car sold. Stay strong and take it slow for a while, You didnt dissapoint anyone here, What you were able to accomplish is more than most people can do. Thanks for the closure on the project and I hope to see your videos pop up again when youre ready to return.
Just crossed my mind. I really hope you’re doing better
Dude, Stay strong and God bless you and your family.. You don’t owe any of us anything.
My little brother and I fixed a 1969 mustang grande before I was sent overseas...he blew it up on the way to college .. I will always keep the memories of working on it with him... even though the car was sold as scrap... I understand completely and support you still! All the blessings..Jerry and his little brother Brian
The haters were wrong. Dont give them that. You had life happen to you and your reasons are very understanding. I have missed your videos and glad to see your face! Keep ya head Champ
That's a hard spot you're in. I am so sorry to hear about your Brother's passing. My heart felt condolences to you and your family. Thank you for bringing us up to speed, and I wish you the absolute best. TH-cam is an outlet for me, and I just recently posted my first video with my Brother - and that meant a lot to me to have him in the video.
No one should be upset with you can't imagine how hard its is for you sorry for your loss
From Ontario Canada: I found your channel today. I waited till last to watch this one even though it came up on my feed first. I went back to the start and watched all of the videos on the mustang. I am a car guy. I've worked on them my entire life. I don't particularly like mustangs but there was something about this one. The draw for me was you and your family's car story. Watching the clip of you and your brother getting her running for the first time in so many years, brought a tear to my eye and put a smile on my face. May you find peace and cherish the memories you have with your dad and brother. You have a new subscriber in me. I hope you decide to post videos on some new projects. If you do I will be here to watch them. Be well brother. I feel for you :(
I often wondered what happened to you and the Mustang project over the last couple years. I am so sorry to hear that your brother has passed. I don’t blame you for your decision. Prayers to you sir and stay strong. I have watched every upload and hope you will continue with more in the future.
I just seen your video for the first time and I started to cry. I'm so sorry for the loss of your brother and the dream of fixing that mach 1 up together.take care of yourself !
My deepest condolences to your losses, both your Dad and your brother. I can see and feel your pain. I respect your decisions. I've been with you since day 1 on this project and will continue to be with you. I know we're total strangers but you have gained a friend. God bless you and your family. Please take care brother.
You popped up which I assume thru an algorithm.
Watching your previous videos, I am no where near a mechanic but you make me optimistic.
Love how you are not a scripted TH-camr and real; you have a new subscriber.
The haters are keyboard warriors who watched your video's for tips of your trial and errors.
Wish you a better year; memories never fade and thank you for opening up.
Don't say good bye, but see you later.
Take the time to heal yourself and your family. I am sorry for your loss and understand why you need to do this. You did not let anyone down nor did the haters win, you showed us what can happen when loved ones come together. This chapter may be at the end but i know your story is far from over.
I subscribed to enjoy the journey and will stay subscribed. Like you said maybe one day you will return. I will be here if that day does come. Thank you sir for the laughs, and journey, and the love you showed in your videos.
You don’t owe TH-cam or any of its viewers anything. I couldn’t imagine how difficult this must be, nothing but respect for you.
Took a lot of courage to make this video. You don't owe anything to anyone. Stay strong, man.
I understand completely. I'm so sorry to hear of your brother's passing and know you all will miss him. Having gone through a similar situation, I know the feelings you are having. Hang in there, it takes time to accept things as they are now in your life.
So sorry for your loss. Thanks for the hours of entertainment and inspiration you and your brother provided. Don't worry for a moment about what other people think. You do what's best for you to find peace and healing.
I never comment on videos,never. But this hits home. I built a motorcycle with my brother.we finished the bike,I entered it in a national bike show and it won a top ten prize. My brother was unable to attend the event. He passed away from cancer. He didn't live long enough to see it in the magazine. I always said I would never sell that bike,that they would bury it with me but over time the pain of him not being here was too much to bear looking at it as it sat collecting dust. I still have a pic of him sitting on the bike in the mock up stage, he was tired and sick and you could see his struggle to be there in that moment.. blessings to you my friend. You are not judged, and not alone
Man. Im so sorry. I lost my brother unexpectedly when I was 18 and it sucks. This is unfortunate, but I did really enjoy your videos and this series. I knew from the start that this was a huge project and probably more than someone with little mechanic experience (like myself) could handle... but seeing your joy and excitement always got me excited to work on my Mustang! Thank you for sharing this part of your life with everyone and being vulnerable. Hang in there, it will get easier.
Honestly can't begin to imagine how you feel, so sorry for your losses in such a short amount of time. Life isn't fair. Massive respect to you for posting this video. We always checked and wondered what happened to your videos but I am so sad to hear why you can't finnish the project. Totally understand why and you shouldn't apologize or feel like you let anyone down. Life has let you down you do what you need to do to find happiness again x
Did the same. Sent it down the road for somebody else to invest their resources
I watched and waited until eventually I gave up. My dad had that car and it’s always been my dream car so to see someone else chasing his dad gave me pride. With that said I was never disappointed. Life happens. It’s always a part of the adventure with project cars. Losing someone as close as a brother is NEVER an expected part of the project. Thank you for entertaining me and I pray your brother is at peace and the rest of your family finds a way to love in spite of the loss. Be well on this journey forward my friend.
You popped up in my feed today. I’m TRULY sorry to hear you have had so many challenges the last few years. Don’t stress yourself. Your dad and brother would NOT want this creating stress and anxiety on what is supposed to be fun. Give yourself time to heal. Take care and be patient with this recovery. Don’t listen to ANY negativity nobody else is walking in YOUR shoes. Take care. Much love…
wow that is just crushing. man what a lot to deal with. i have watched from the beginning...always enjoyed your cheerfulness and excitement over the car...I have one too and got excited right along with you. figured that life got in the way of the project...i guess it did although did not know how much. super sorry for your family...hopefully you can all come together and somehow keep going forward. take care buddy
Young man this was my first time watching your channel I couldn't stop watching I'm a older guy who has lived a similar story I lost my son in 2019 he was 28 I own a 69 GTO I've had since 94 it was going to be his I have a hard time driving it sometimes.My Dad just passed he had hot rods they are mine but they will always be his ,I'm praying for you and your family take some time and make your memories.God bless you.
I was literally just wondering about a week ago if I had missed any videos because I hadn’t seen your videos in so long. I’m so sorry to hear about your brother’s passing. My brother is my best friend and I can’t imagine what you’re doing through. I understand your decision 💯 and respect it. I pray for comfort for you and your family and may God bless y’all.
I watched from the very start, yesterday I watched a barn find of a 70 mustang and I thought- I wonder what happened with that guys project… and today this video popped into my feed. I loved those videos and I’m far from being disappointed in your decision. My sincere condolences for your loss and I hope for you and yours the best life has to offer.
Perfectly understandable, dude. Take care of you and your mom, your grief is palpable and I think most of us can understand that the bloom is off the rose on the project because of the connection it had to your brother. Don't apologize for your feelings, you've had some losses over the last couple of years and are bearing up under that weight. Condolences on the loss of your brother, good luck and Godspeed in your future endeavors!
The last project my dad and I ever worked on was changing the cooling fan in my car. He was supposed to leave to return home with my mom after visiting me, but suddenly he showed up with the part needed and we started to work. He got sick partway through the task and never even put away his tools the last time. Two weeks later he died in the hospital. I'm different, I'll never sell that car, but in a way I understand your decision. Maybe you would look back in a while and want to finish the project when the pain was easier, but then again, maybe you wouldn't.
I know I'll see my dad again and I know cars aren't really important in the grand scheme of things, but I learned a lot from the connection over them that I had with my dad. Praying for you, man. Those first few months aren't easy.
Who cares about a car, I'm glad to see you are ok.
I feel for you, not sure where you are located but you were close to getting it on the road, I would have loved to put some color on that baby just to see you happy again.
Very sorry to hear about your loss, losing a family member especially a brother is an awful time. Working on cars is meant to bring people together, not about getting them done. I as well as everyone else understand your decision. Best wishes for you in life brother.
Mate i have so much respect for you, i am and will remain subscribed to your channel. I am way over in England, and loved watching your journey. , your brothers spirit will remain always with you. Sending out thoughts from the other side of the big pond.
I can understand man i am sorry for your loss , when I was younger I tried working as a car mechanic and the people there were very toxic they ruined any joy I got for doing that work, I know it's not the same, best wishes to your family
I know how you feel. My dad and I built up an 83 Mustang GT back in the early 2000s. I fell into hard times before we finished it and I sold the car to my dad. It sat in his garage for years. Eventually my dad gave me the car back as a wedding gift in 2014 and I started working on it again. My dad was very excited about it and would help me when ever he could. In 2016 my dad passed away and I couldn't even look at the car without crying. I kept it covered up in the back of the garage and the back of my mind. I still have the car and am finally ready to finish it for the both of us.
Sorry to hear about your loss.
Don’t worry about what others say. Keep your sprits up god bless your brothers soul may he rest in peace !
Hey just recently found your channel watched the f150 series. I loved it heartbroken to see this and Ik I’m a year late hope you read this comment, I’d love to see the f150 again also hope you start posting again I love your enthusiasm and confidence you have and just hope you’re doing well.
I know it took a lot for you to post this and I’m sure everyone of us who were here with you through this whole series are feeling sad that it had to end, but best believe we are here for you. Personally I fully understand why you had to sell it, a lot of times when I’m wrenching on my cars I do it alongside my father and having some good memories being made while doing so, so when the time comes and my father isn’t around with my I don’t know if I will ever have the strength to ever hold a wrench without thinking of him or all the good times we shared. So with that being said, I fully hope you and your loved ones the best and hopefully we’ll see you on here again. God Bless you all
If there were words to make this better, I would write them. It's just a car that already served it's purpose for you creating the memories you have. Do what you need to do for yourself, that's what matters now. I truly believe you two would have been able to pull it off, no doubts. Godspeed.
So deeply sorry for your loss! On both accounts! I absolutely loved each episode you put out and couldn’t wait between them for the next one! I too lost my dad two years ago next month. It’s hard even now. I also know there’s nothing I can say to make you feel any less hurt. God speed to you my friend! And my condolences to you and your family.
Sir, I just came across your channel. I can say I 100% understand you and you have my total sympathy. Honestly I got choked up watching this.
If people hate on you for this then just A HOLES! screw them.
A lot of people who hate have absolutely zero idea what it takes to restore/ rebuild an old car. It's not like most people work on them every day or have vast financial resources at their disposal. That's why people hate on us because were doing something they wish they could do, but cant.
I'm going to try to not be too long winded here but here is why I can relate to you on your loss. Way back in '98 my dad bought a '50 chevy fleetline out of Tucson Arizona. The car was as solid as the day it was built, it was an old hot rod that was theft recovery. It had a 350 engine in it but ran bad. What I love about it is the color kind of a metallic plum crazy with patina.
Anyway he brought it home and we started working on it. Around the same time he got married and I was living with him. At 1st things seemed fine but his new wife made it clear I need to get out. So I moved and we weren't working on the chevy as much due to me not living there. Then not long after that he started having a lot of trouble in his marriage. He definitely married the wrong one. So the car got put into storage where it sat for quite a while. During all that I had the chance of a lifetime to buy my ultimate dream car, a 1969 charger. It needed a lot of work, my dad was not a fan of dodge but he helped when he could. It took me about 2 1/2 years for me to get the car driveable. It had a really crappy orange paint job on it, I wet sanded it down and polished it applied general lee decals and instant patent looking general lee! I had a blast with that car forgetting about the chevy. Well my dads wife got sick and died and my dad bought a '50 ford coupe that was supposed to be finished. A couple of years go by and he had trouble with his back he had to get a spinal operation and he ended up partially paralyzed. He couldn't lift his left leg. He wouldn't go in my charger to showsno matter how much I begged . Every time I drove him in that '50 ford it would break down. Dealing with his Paralysis he got really depressed so he went out less. His brother was the type he likes to stay busy so he talked my dad into working on that chevy. There both mechanically inclined so as they worked on that I was busy doing shows with my charger. My dads brother got sick and died not long after and that chevy went back into storage. My dad got extremely depressed about losing his brother and the chevy went back into storage. Over the years he tried to sell it but it wasn't finished and people were trying to get it for practically nothing. My dad had alot invested in this car. Well in 2014 my charger got stolen. I went into severe depression. My dad offerd the chevy to me for $8000. I took it. I just changed careers into truck driving and it took me a little over a year to pay him off. The chevys engine still needed work and my dad knew someone that was supposed to be a engine building wizard. Well he did get it to sound really good but if it runs for anything longer than 10 minutes it over heats. Anyway at the same time my dad and I were trying to get the problems with his '50 fixed. I could tell he wasn't doing good getting him to go get a check up was next to impossible anyway when he finally did he had stage 4 of liver cancer plus a lot of other things. 10 days after diagnosis he died. That was june 2019. I inherited his house . He has alot of stuff plus another home in northern Michigan. I live in the metro Detroit area. It took me and my sisters a little over 2 years to get everything at the northren house sold. It was a lot of work and I'm not happy because everything was sold cheap. My dad had a lot of things up there, expensive stuff and it went cheap.
Even that '50 ford I couldn't get anywhere close to what my dad had in it. I even tried one of those consignment places, dont do that there crooks.
All this time and that chevy still is unfinished sitting in storage. I haven't even looked at it in months. I dont want to sell it because I know I will never get another car like that for $8000 my dad has 21000 total in that car. Why haven't I finished it? Life my man trucking and just trying to live is taking up alot of time.
I do really understand what your going through. Ita just not the same for me without my dad as is your brother.
Please dont think of the mustang not being finished as you lost. For me it was hard letting the northren house go. What I did is I went in every room thanked that certain room for whatever we used it for and when I left the house I bid it goodbye. For some reason it was easier for me, I had closure.
I know now the mustang is gone, but look at it this way you and your brother at least had time together foing what you love. Cherish that. Greive if you need to but dont think of selling that mustang as you lost. You had some time to enjoy it with your brother. It did sound really good when it was running!
I am truly sorry for your loss. God bless you.
My heart breaks for you brother, I completely understand what your feeling I've been in this situation before and it's so difficult to go through. My sincerest condolences to you and your family, try to hang in there buddy and I'll be looking forward to seeing a new project on the channel in the future!
I was researching the whole "what's my purpose" thing earier. I found an article that placed the question differently as "what can I do with my time that is important?"....
You've just answered that for me. For that thank you. The reason I am writing this is I'm hoping it'll also help some others realize what is important for thier time as well.
Coop, my heart is just broken for you and your family. I hope you understand just how many people out here genuinely care about you. Hang in there and don’t be afraid to reach out for support.
Couldn't agree more Salty , well said. A tip of the hat to you.
You been in my prayers coach Coop. Even though we miss you I want you to take your time and spend time with your love ones.
Much love to Coop; I hope life gets better. It's easy to understand having your priorities, and losing heart after tragedy strikes.
Condolences on your brother, suddenly losing family members is hard and I certainly feel for you.
Hopefully you'll feel up to doing a project on TH-cam again, but if not hopefully you live your best life.
You did nothing wrong brother, losing your brother and your father is a tough thing to overcome. It took a lot of courage to make this video. Mad respect.
So, so sorry about the loss of your brother. We have no way of knowing where life will take us. I like your style and hope there's a future for your channel. You might to check out Hemming's Muscle Machine magazine. They feature muscle cars from the past but more importantly the life stories behind those cars with the numerous owner's stories leading up to the eventual resurection of cars that were thought to be lost. I hope to read about you and the Mustang in that magazine some day. May your brother Rest In Peace.
This video randomly popped up in my feed. I’m sorry for your loss. You have to do what you need to do to heal. You may likely one day regret selling the car but know this, you provided someone else the opportunity to restore it back to its former glory. And because of that, you are still honoring the memory of your Dad and brother. I pray peace over you and your family.
I gotta say I enjoyed watching your channel and I wondered what happened over the last couple years. I know me personally I’m not mad I wish I could say I didn’t understand where you’re coming from with your decision but I get it completely. I didn’t sell my car when my daughter passed away but I let it sit for 5 years before I could bring myself to do anything to start working on it again because it wasn’t the same without her right next to me trying her best to help. Take some time get yourself right Be there with your family and if or when you’re ready I’m still gonna watch your channel if you decide to make any more videos down the road from now. I hope you and you’re family can get through the loss of your brother and wish you all the best
Thank you for completing the journey for us… sorry for your losses mate. All the best from Australia. Come back when your ready. Peace.
So sorry to hear about your brother ! Thoughts and prayers to you and your family, as someone who’s watched the whole series I’m sad to not see you guys finish it but I totally understand the decision you’ve made. There’s no anger here, best of luck to you in the future.
You did the right thing. I lost my sister 2 years ago then my dad a year later so I know how you feel with the loss. Sometimes you need to give up things that remind you of them to have a peace of mind. Don't feel bad and don't worry about people on youtube and what they think.
Bro you got thru it. This looked like the hardest thing you've ever had to do. Honestly this is the first video of yours I've seen I'm gonna go back and show some love. I lost a brother as well and the grieving process is different for everybody. NOBODY can tell you what you should or shouldn't do and honestly if I were in your shoes I'd probably would've came to the same conclusion. Condolences to you and your family man please continue to move forward in life stay prayed up and positive may he rest in paradise. ❤️
thanks for the update, I watched your first videos on this car and i often wondered where you had gone to, I'm so sorry to hear about your brother but you'll bounce back when you are ready I'm sure of it, best wishes from the UK
Holy shit man, I can’t imagine what you’re going through and how hard all of this is. I fully understand letting the car go though, the emotional exhaustion of it being there outweighs what people on the internet think it’s worth.
I just want to say friend I was with you from the beginning on this car I want to pay my respects to you and your family also want to say I don't know who bought the car but it might not be you that finishes this car but I can almost guarantee you that car will be finished!!!🙏❤️❤️❤️
OK I will ask what everyone is thinking, what happened to him? Sorry for your loss.
Just found your channel cause of this video, I know exactly how your feeling having lost my father, he had a 1918 Maxwell truck that he sold just before he passed away, and his daily driver was a 2008 Ford Focus, the focus is now sitting in my yard cause I can't bring myself to sell it nor can I bring myself to work on it. Obviously take the time you need to process what happened, and when your ready to come back, us viewers will still be here. I'm hoping you come back as your one of the few people on this platform that are still down to earth and genuine people. If you ever need to talk, feel free to hit me up