Will It Run? Police Bug Sitting Abandoned For 35 Years

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  • @TechGorilla1987
    @TechGorilla1987 3 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    @6:42 - The card - That is a Petrovend key card for an unattended fueling site. I used to install and maintain those systems. They use these punch cards for the older readers and several varieties of magnetic media after that. Most systems also allowed manual key entry. Usually a driver number, mileage and a pin. Even key cards had manual entry prompts for mileage and such per the customers requirements (like police fleet vehicles)

  • @bigmotter001
    @bigmotter001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +189

    What an honor to see her drive into the show working. Absolutely brilliant close to this episode. Thanks Mustie1 for sharing this with us and take care!

    • @leewilliams2094
      @leewilliams2094 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Was this a clown car for the circus???

    • @Hjerte_Verke
      @Hjerte_Verke 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@leewilliams2094 Basically a Police-owned Public Service Vehicle, for educational uses.

    • @jaylast1958
      @jaylast1958 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@bigmotter001 Just curious, why you tellin him to 'take care'?
      Don't you think he is doing that or knows how to???
      Maybe if you think he 'needs care' you should 'give care' and not go around telling people to 'take it'

    • @bigmotter001
      @bigmotter001 3 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @@jaylast1958 It's an old expression that simply means to take care of everything that is important to you ie: family, health and friends. If it offends you or you don't exactly like it then go elsewhere or don't read anyone's comments. By the way, TAKE CARE!

    • @hirwanh9232
      @hirwanh9232 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@jaylast1958 wth is wrong with you..you need to argue about a simple 'take care' ???

  • @1coppertop
    @1coppertop 3 ปีที่แล้ว +236

    Priceless episode. Mustie's badge of honor. Driving that into the show as is. Big smile

    • @michaelthomas9680
      @michaelthomas9680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      I've had many laughs watching him work but this was the first time I belly laughed and knee slapped. When he turned that siren on I just lost it.

    • @chuckstith838
      @chuckstith838 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Worst in show. She won a trophy 🏆

    • @SeersantLoom
      @SeersantLoom 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chuckstith838 While "Worst of the show" might be right trophy technically (rusted through, still no brakes? etc) it is not really describing this weird thing. Or so I think.

  • @sixtyfiveford
    @sixtyfiveford 3 ปีที่แล้ว +366

    The best part is you actually took it to a car show!

    • @stevencox75
      @stevencox75 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      WAVE

    • @iantheman2468910
      @iantheman2468910 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I LMAO at the hood opening and closing

    • @silasmarner7586
      @silasmarner7586 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He has no shame and that's why we like him!

    • @mikemuller4376
      @mikemuller4376 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      awesome

    • @jackmahogovv
      @jackmahogovv 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      And WON, well lost.. but got a trophy.

  • @57Banjoman
    @57Banjoman 3 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    I want you to know how much we appreciate the time you put into your videos-you are a blessing-many thanks!!!

  • @georgelawrence2795
    @georgelawrence2795 3 ปีที่แล้ว +141

    Thank you Mustie That car show made the whole video. I had no doubt you would’ve made it run but when you take it to a car show and you win a trophy

    • @1pcfred
      @1pcfred 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      For me it was the smoke coming off the drum.

  • @のんちゃんのんびり
    @のんちゃんのんびり 3 ปีที่แล้ว +80

    If there were any VW snobs at that meet, then your new toy’s presence there would’ve really stuck it to them. Love it !

  • @lynnh7694
    @lynnh7694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    No matter how bad it is, he will get it running. That's just how he rolls. Incredible mechanical talent.

    • @datadavis
      @datadavis 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Not to mention the infinite black hole he can fit all his projects in, thats impressive too!

    • @eskieman3948
      @eskieman3948 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@nogoodnecktie12 That's because you don't know what you're talking about.

    • @Joesmusclecargarage
      @Joesmusclecargarage 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Air, fuel, and spark. It isn’t rocket science.

  • @moonpie2866
    @moonpie2866 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    I've got tears of joy flowing over here. My Pop started his career at a Volkswagen garage and ended his career as a cop. He would have loved this. Thanks for the good vibes and memories.

  • @hoss1947
    @hoss1947 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OUTSTANDING!. I bought a new 69 VW BUG, red with black interior, that dash board brought back some good memories...It was $1974.00 total price...Thanks for the memories.

  • @alanalzee4849
    @alanalzee4849 3 ปีที่แล้ว +211

    Fantastic stuff !
    That's how you put a smile on the faces of everyone at the show 🙂

    • @lynnh7694
      @lynnh7694 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      He takes it to the next level, fixed it good enough to go to a VW event. Lol. The bar was just raised on TH-cam. 110%

    • @g.n.6471
      @g.n.6471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Guaranteed everyone would have come to check it out!

  • @braxtonnelson7422
    @braxtonnelson7422 3 ปีที่แล้ว +79

    I have to appreciate a man who has not lost his sense of fun! Kudos to you, Mustie! The best "Worst of Show" I've ever seen!

    • @faithshikoh9087
      @faithshikoh9087 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hdhhhhc hgvs 5AM and 6AM in a similar manner 3 year i would also li and 😮😮😮😮

  • @IanScottJohnston
    @IanScottJohnston 3 ปีที่แล้ว +133

    The ending had me in bits.........A trophy to remember.

    • @WieEiPiehGuy
      @WieEiPiehGuy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Same here. He did everything exactly right. Amazing video and ending!

    • @faithshikoh9087
      @faithshikoh9087 ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@@WieEiPiehGuyhhh

    • @faithshikoh9087
      @faithshikoh9087 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bjxh😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮

  • @stevenkockott7279
    @stevenkockott7279 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    After you changed the 4 plugs she sounds amazing 😻 love the sound of a classic VW

  • @knerdrider
    @knerdrider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    This car came to my school in 1981! My mom had a 74 Super Beetle so I remember it clearly. It played the tape about school bus safety from the last video. The hood opened and shut so it looked like the car was talking (the inside is painted pink to look more like a mouth). Very cool to see it again 40 years later!

    • @johndudemech9471
      @johndudemech9471 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Dude that’s nuts

    • @NanatsukiBenio
      @NanatsukiBenio 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      so was that actual police cruiser for school education purposes?

    • @knerdrider
      @knerdrider 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@NanatsukiBenio yes.

    • @NanatsukiBenio
      @NanatsukiBenio 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@knerdrider Great little Copcar :)

    • @therestorationofdrwho1865
      @therestorationofdrwho1865 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Would be awesome to hear those tapes play. That’s something I’d really love to preserve hahah, into that kinda shit.

  • @julieb9215
    @julieb9215 3 ปีที่แล้ว +89

    I bet the “regulars” you know from the VW shows never know what you’ll show up with next time! 😁
    But that’s a huge part of what makes you Mustie1! 😃

  • @irishmanshamrock8563
    @irishmanshamrock8563 3 ปีที่แล้ว +65

    Brilliant! One of Mustie1's best videos.
    The pleasure in his laugh is priceless.
    An entertaining, educational masterclass.
    Thanks for sharing.

  • @SPW812
    @SPW812 3 ปีที่แล้ว +105

    Testing that PA had me in tears laughing, thx Mustie.

  • @mikstrixful
    @mikstrixful 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    My SO came in as you were giggling at the pops and bangs, she'll never understand the delights of watching good old mustie ♥️

  • @AutoHoax
    @AutoHoax 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    At 54:45 when he turns the engine over, the memories flowed and flooded my brain. My first car was a 71 vw Van my father bought me. My second car was a 73 camper van VW I purchased with my GF at the time and eventually 1st wife, after coming home from the navy. It was pristine and fully loaded. I curse the day we sold that van. I really mean it when I say I experience about 15 minutes of depression when I think about selling that. The condition of that van if it was just preserved from 93 when I sold it to now would make that van fetch 50k easy. It had the tent and the cot that went in the pop up . It had an automatically transmission also

  • @SirCuddlesWorth
    @SirCuddlesWorth 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    When he giggles with joy, like a kid at Christmas. Best parts.

    • @jesterr7133
      @jesterr7133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He's just a big kid that likes playing with his toys. His enthusiasm is what makes him so much fun to watch.

    • @sensisensei5201
      @sensisensei5201 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      someone needs to compile the laughs and giggles into a remix lmao

  • @joerichards1574
    @joerichards1574 3 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    I can just imagine everyone at that show as you roll in sayin' "Oh..., that's gotta' be Mustie."

  • @peewee3ie
    @peewee3ie 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    @Mustie1: You made my day when you got it running but did not expect you to take it to a show. Well done it does not matter if you got won anything at all but having the guts to take it is one thing. cant wait to see you do more work on this car

  • @lescraig6968
    @lescraig6968 3 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    These videos give a hope to misery and a state of uncertainty of these trying times. The laughs I get are priceless and last me all day. Hope you your family and craftsmanship all stay intact. God bless👊🏼🙏

  • @vettemaniac2237
    @vettemaniac2237 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    That old girl is a RUNNER!!! ... And Mustie, you are a genius. Get the silly hat off the roof, smooth out some bashed panels, buff her out and clear over the patina. Super cool ride!

  • @virtuestreams2616
    @virtuestreams2616 3 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Hats off to the officers who drove this dressed up VW for the purpose of engaging with their community members whom they swore to protect and serve. Great rescue Darin! 🤜🤛👮🏼‍♂️👮🏼‍♂️🇺🇸✌🏻

    • @NoWr2Run
      @NoWr2Run 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      SADLY A GREAT MAJORITY OF OFFICERS ARE NOT HELD TO " PROTECT & SERVE ANY MORE ". AT LEAST NOT IN COLUMBIA COUNTY IN PA.

    • @brewski118sempire
      @brewski118sempire 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@NoWr2Run more like all over the country....

    • @NoWr2Run
      @NoWr2Run 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@brewski118sempire T.Y THAT'S WHAT I REALLY WANTED TO SAY, SIR. PEOPLE DON'T KNOW SHIT UNTIL YOU GO THROUGH THE " SO CALLED JUSTICE SYSTEM ". WHAT A DAMN JOKE & NOTHING BUT CORRUPTION, LIES, FALSE CHARGES, HELL YOU NAME IT. OK I'M DONE WOULD BE RANTING ON FOREVER, THANKS AGAIN, Brewski, VERY MUCH APPRECIATED.

    • @user-or1lu3ku3m
      @user-or1lu3ku3m 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@NoWr2Run please remember that the alphabet consists of lower case letters as well as capital letters

    • @CryptoidEngine
      @CryptoidEngine 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @M
      Please remember some people read caps better than lower case and actually aren't "yelling".
      Capital letters are more easily distinguished than lower-case.

  • @TarylFixesAll
    @TarylFixesAll 3 ปีที่แล้ว +225

    VW time capsule. Remember that Woody Allen movie where they find a VW beetle that sat for a 100 years and it started. LOL

    • @jeff7.629
      @jeff7.629 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      The name of the movie was "Sleeper". They also ate chocolate pudding for all meals.

    • @juststeve5542
      @juststeve5542 3 ปีที่แล้ว +39

      Rumour has it that cave is actually in Mustie's back yard...

    • @garethjudd5840
      @garethjudd5840 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      A million me thinks.🤔

    • @johnruschmeyer5769
      @johnruschmeyer5769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I was thinking of Sleeper crossed with Mad Max.

    • @FatHulkRideEbike
      @FatHulkRideEbike 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      I think he did a little Taryl dance when that brake drum freed up!

  • @davewhittington1368
    @davewhittington1368 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Congratulations on the trophy 😂😂😂 Sunday morning at its best. Thanks Mustie . Park outside 5150 house and wake him up 😂😂😂. Thanks for sharing. Stay safe 🇬🇧

  • @VictorPoulin
    @VictorPoulin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +126

    That horn had me cracking up. Worst of show almost topped it lol.

    • @deconteesawyer5758
      @deconteesawyer5758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Well worth the entry fee.

    • @VictorPoulin
      @VictorPoulin 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@deconteesawyer5758 YES

    • @bobmarnoch9118
      @bobmarnoch9118 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It was the best of the worst because the police set it up

  • @MrBrodyx69
    @MrBrodyx69 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    I loved it! The VW Beetle was the first car I ever drove back 78. Been in love with this car ever since.

  • @andrewhooper5645
    @andrewhooper5645 3 ปีที่แล้ว +42

    Sliech Auto Body is still in existence. I bet they’d get a kick out of seeing the bug 😊

  • @wherethereisfaith
    @wherethereisfaith 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I just can't believe how good it runs with just new plugs!!! Amazing!

  • @MrSmeXycano
    @MrSmeXycano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +189

    EDIT: pictures of the car from 1980 and 1993 in the replies to this comment.
    ORIGINAL: Looks like the original owner of the car was a Sgt. Alfred "Al" Longhi of the Agawam PD. Born in 1934, PFC Longhi fought in Korea (presumably somewhere between the ages of 16 and 19) and later joined the Agawam PD. Town annual reports list him as a patrolman in 1970. By 1980 he had become the town safety officer. He seemed invested in the community, as he successfully petitioned for a MA act for school bus safety inspections and toured Agawam elementary schools with "Patch", a pony, to help children understand stranger danger. Excerpts in the Agawam Advertisers News, 1980 confirm this.
    Sgt. Longhi passed away in July 2018, a week after his 84th birthday. He was married to a Marlene Longhi, who died in late December of the same year.
    I found a picture of the car in a policy safety booth from a newspaper article dated September 18, 1980. Follow the replies to this comment to see it (TH-cam doesn't allow posting links...)

    • @JohnSmith-yv6eq
      @JohnSmith-yv6eq 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Like my comment re putting it on your channel disappeared...

    • @Gustav4
      @Gustav4 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Split up the link in two comments under this comment.

    • @gravedigr12
      @gravedigr12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I agree with the last comment space it out enough TH-cam can't link it

    • @scrapyardwarriorvlogging
      @scrapyardwarriorvlogging 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Put this into eBay, it’s a collectible card from 1993 with the Beetle…
      1993 Sannco Police Cards Series 1 Agawam Massachusetts #93 0t2

    • @MrSmeXycano
      @MrSmeXycano 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      imgur.

  • @jameshicks4944
    @jameshicks4944 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Outstanding display of American ingenuity,you got it running and driving and won a trophy at the show,and i feel the same about trophy placement,put it right in front center,great video.

  • @thebells3477
    @thebells3477 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    THAT"S what makes this the best car channel and you the segment leader! GREAT SHOW! I always feel better after visiting with you!

  • @28YorkshireRose12
    @28YorkshireRose12 3 ปีที่แล้ว +77

    That's possibly the best video yet - And, you even won a prize!
    That engine sounds pretty fit, it has to be said, and I reckon this old Vee-Wee wants to live. Even if it was never fit for road use, it must be preserved for exhibition purposes. This is the one car that puts the "rat" into "rat look" vehicles!!
    Oh, I so much want to see this poor neglected old car restored.

    • @staind288
      @staind288 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I concur

    • @KubotaManDan
      @KubotaManDan 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I laughed so hard at the end

    • @vayabroder729
      @vayabroder729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Exhaust is gone; that’s why it sounds like that but maybe it still has some life in it.

  • @terorantanen6002
    @terorantanen6002 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    It's always so nice and relaxing to start sundays late afternoon here in Finland with Mustie's new adventure.

  • @williamgurtner4759
    @williamgurtner4759 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Thank you for making my Sunday morning! The car show entry, had me falling out of my chair!

  • @jamesmann1243
    @jamesmann1243 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Worst of show, worn with Great Pride!!!! You go Mustie. Love your videos 💓💓💓💓😍

  • @et7409
    @et7409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    This is by far the best Mustie video ever. I absolutely lost it when you drove right next to all of your car buddies with the siren on.

  • @RIPPER334
    @RIPPER334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    My home town police department had a VW just like that! Down to the color and hat! His name was "Jack". I remember being a kid, any time we'd have a parade, Jack was always there, and always my favorite part. He'd drive by siren blasting, and they would throw out plastic badges and little bags of in the shell, roasted peanuts. The kids would go crazy. 🤣
    I always wanted a car with a hat on it!

  • @prezzzrock
    @prezzzrock 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    I really enjoyed this one!! Why do I love watching? Sure, I like the mechanic aspects, but I really love watching how much fun Mustie has bringing this stuff back to life! You can tell his passion for what he does is deep!!

  • @assessor1276
    @assessor1276 3 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    I love that evil giggle whenever one of Mustie1’s engine begins to run.

    • @cletusspucklerstablejeaniu1059
      @cletusspucklerstablejeaniu1059 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yeah, every time a motor starts or dies, it's that same maniacal laugh, Ha Ha Ha Ha! ..... It's good to see someone enjoy what they do.

    • @chadwright7669
      @chadwright7669 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's awesome thanks for all you're doing a great content you are putting out peace have a great day

  • @stanleyflory6702
    @stanleyflory6702 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I still have tears in my eyes from laughing so hard, seeing the people at the car show looking when you did your entrance lap! Great stuff!

    • @Kingsoupturbo
      @Kingsoupturbo 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Really funny, as good as it gets!

  • @jasonwaterhouse50
    @jasonwaterhouse50 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Herbie rides again mad max style excellent video had me in stitches can't believe you took it to the show love it and you got an award cheers

  • @chylimzbydzi
    @chylimzbydzi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Thanks for letting us in on your endavours and going this extra mile to record it for us all!

  • @kcraig51
    @kcraig51 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    A car show?!? Good grief man! Have you NO shame?! I'm glad you don't. I literally LOL'd!! Congratulations on your trophy. You (and the bug) deserve it!

  • @almclean4835
    @almclean4835 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Brilliant. Laughed all the way. I’ve christened it Old Bill, British slang for cop. When you first started it, it reminded me of Herbie when he was sick or sad. I thought the film company manufactured the “bloop bloop “ sound but no it’s a real VW noise.

  • @MrGansett28
    @MrGansett28 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    For 28 yrs I did this kind of work. I wanted you to know that when I found this on the tube I was riveted. You made me laugh so hard I almost wet em. Keep it up I will be watching.!

  • @tolbaszy8067
    @tolbaszy8067 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    "Got to remember I can't stop." This could be the best life lesson! The hood action is superb! Great video! Congrats on the "Win" at the show. Thanks!

  • @DIUA-vb6gi
    @DIUA-vb6gi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Absolute classic!! And a trophy to finish off, perfect 😂😂😂😂😂😂

  • @jeanclaudevandam4974
    @jeanclaudevandam4974 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    What a great video. I was laughing the whole time when he was sounding the siren in the car show. Everyone loved it. This man knows how to have a good time.

  • @TASMAN-1
    @TASMAN-1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    What a spectacle, genuinely had me laughing but a fair bit of that laughter was pure disbelief, with a hint of embarrassment thrown in.
    I'd call it "officer Hansel Gretel" due to the amount of debris it drops as it drives!

  • @Nothin-but-the-blues
    @Nothin-but-the-blues ปีที่แล้ว

    Like your humor. Proud to have the "Worst of the Show"! And even if he was the worst one this bug was the coolest by far!
    And btw.: What is the first thing you hear the engine say after having rescued it with a totally rigged down VW bug: "Ok guys, I've survived this chassis gimme the next one!"

  • @richard3141592638
    @richard3141592638 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    1:13:10 - taking a picture so they know whom to exclude the next time? lol - what an entrance. Nice, Mustie1

  • @jasonhimpson2334
    @jasonhimpson2334 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of the best videos you've done Darren, getting the PA to work has me in stitches, the drive into the VW festival too, brilliant.

  • @Gpbattersby
    @Gpbattersby 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I had a mustie style grin on my face for the whole episode, thank you so much for sharing! That siren 🚨 is hilarious, what a great buy 👍👍👍

  • @stevesilverton
    @stevesilverton 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Good to have you back, Mustie1. Wonderful walkthrough, complete with ancient "mouses" and bloopers. Well done.

  • @Steve-Cross
    @Steve-Cross 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It would be great seeing it something like restored. Herbie Rides Again, as a cop lol. That brought a smile to my face. Thank you. 😁

  • @forresthoffman489
    @forresthoffman489 ปีที่แล้ว

    As someone who is getting a beetle very soon, I am VERY appreciative of your channel!!

  • @100SteveB
    @100SteveB 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Loved the little nod to John Candy and 'Planes, Trains and Automobiles'. "Do you feel this vehicle is safe for highway travel?" - "Yes I do, yes I really do". Made me want to go and watch the movie again. 😁

    • @mickey6275
      @mickey6275 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Love that movie too

  • @outofthinair1
    @outofthinair1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One of your BEST episodes LOVE the car and would love to see more of it. Thanks for all that you do Mustie.

  • @muskokamike127
    @muskokamike127 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    "you're waiting for me to zap myself" yup, that shit never gets old lolol

  • @stephenrobinson7945
    @stephenrobinson7945 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Cool vehicle. Love the bug wagons. We had one of about this vintage. We want another. Be fun for a retirement ride. Earl Mann in Ardmore Oklahoma rebuilds them.

  • @josephballard8404
    @josephballard8404 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Awesome video!!! You couldn't wait to show it off!!! YOU are the best inspiration to all of us! Thanks!

  • @beckster181
    @beckster181 3 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    It says alot for how it had not been thrashed when parked since the engine came back so easily. Sounds like it is still strong too. Hope you can do some more to it to either stabilize it and make it a little safer and take back to where you got it with all the old stuff working even if it still looks like it does now as it will bring back many memories to people from the region. or it might be a good project to restore completely so you can have another trophy with same car for wackiest in show or best wildest history resto. LOVE IT

    • @jesterr7133
      @jesterr7133 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      The good thing about those old bugs is that with so many of them still on the road, they still make everything for them. It'll be pretty easy for him to find new floor pans, or at least find a donor car somewhere.

    • @vanstechcorral
      @vanstechcorral 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Maintained according to local government fleet vehicle guidelines.

    • @pierremartin5144
      @pierremartin5144 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Mustie, I grew up going to Riverside park. If it’s restorable I’d love to be there when ou bring it back. I’ll be on the lookout

  • @split_pin
    @split_pin 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Fantastic story and that is the best entrance to a show I've seen. Made my day!

  • @juddlewis9939
    @juddlewis9939 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The bit with the floor hole had me cracking up laughing “oh look the brake line”

  • @grahamd.8713
    @grahamd.8713 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That improvised IV fuel stand and driving around in the dirt made the car look like an escaped hospital patient.

  • @normanbuchanan9710
    @normanbuchanan9710 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    ok the cruise control option part where the clutch stuck made me spit out my tea🤣😂, mustie you're a bloody riot😹

  • @Robb403
    @Robb403 3 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    That car looks like it should be in a Disney movie called Herbie Gets A Badge.

  • @larrymcgarage2152
    @larrymcgarage2152 3 ปีที่แล้ว +20

    Hahaha, best laugh I’ve had in a while. I could just imagine the look on everyone’s face when you rolled in.

  • @MukYJ
    @MukYJ 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    It’s like Herbie crossed with Police Academy. Love that you were able to get that old bug running!

    • @pikehunter23750
      @pikehunter23750 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Ha! Can you imagine if Hightower squeezed himself into that thing? Hell, he'd probably just stand up inside the car and run down the road that way!

  • @jeanlawson9133
    @jeanlawson9133 ปีที่แล้ว

    I bet that little fella was a crowd pleaser back in the day.... thanks 😎 as always a great video...

  • @VWNate1
    @VWNate1 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow ~ I remember L.A.P.D. in the 1980's also had juvenile outreach cars, nothing this weird though .
    Always nice to see one more crazy old man having fun with battered old VW's .
    -Nate

  • @SadMadWolf
    @SadMadWolf 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Every time I watch a Mustie video I'm surprised at the resilience of those VW starters.

  • @tattoos1988
    @tattoos1988 3 ปีที่แล้ว +17

    Hey mustie what a cool find I love the old vw’s always work after a bit of tinkering just a quick tip in regards to the hand starter I am a tattooist but trained as a vehicle engineer when I was younger I use foot pedals to run my tattoo machines I modified my hand starter I bought a tattooist foot pedal and took the hand starter apart and rewired it into the foot pedal and it works great giving me both hands free hope the tip helps you mate all the best

    • @glenbakker1126
      @glenbakker1126 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Was

    • @tattoos1988
      @tattoos1988 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@glenbakker1126 was what?

    • @deconteesawyer5758
      @deconteesawyer5758 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thumbs up for a shout-out from a place where everyone calls themself an engineer including janitors and garbage truck loaders. Vehicle engineer or Sanitation engineer, has a nice ring to it.

  • @vinceveltri7732
    @vinceveltri7732 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    A man with no shame. Congratulations on the trophy. Love it!

  • @marcryvon
    @marcryvon 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That thing is definitely a keeper ! Love it ! 🤪👍

  • @jayceec3539
    @jayceec3539 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    My dad was a master mechanic at the vw dealership in Juneau ak..for several years b4 & after I was born. We love vw he still has a 1968 super beetle! He had 16 vw cars when I was growing up..including two brand new carmen gia's!! My mom drove a new vw rabbit for 25 years.

  • @TimsWorkshopTJY
    @TimsWorkshopTJY 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    The look of everyone at the car show was well worth it. So many smiles including yours👍

  • @mrdikasun
    @mrdikasun 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I've never been more proud of someone I don't even know. Thanks for the experience Mustie!

  • @10HDFLHX
    @10HDFLHX 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was having kind of a crappy day today.. Thank you so much for this video. It really brought a smile to my face!

  • @DeanofMachines
    @DeanofMachines 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That "buckle up america!" bumper sticker should go on that car. It's perfect because it's old and damaged!

  • @wbix2298
    @wbix2298 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You are in possession of a car that DOES NOT need a timid person driving. Thank you for being you.

  • @mikes.4136
    @mikes.4136 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    This is an incredible piece of nostalgia. I can’t wait to see it after it gets the Mustie treatment.

    • @TedBishop1
      @TedBishop1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I don't think he is going to do much to it except repairs. Kinda like krusty.

    • @WTFIsThisGuyDoing233
      @WTFIsThisGuyDoing233 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I think it's perfect as is. Get it running better, POR15 the rust and send it

  • @mrsplashventures
    @mrsplashventures 3 ปีที่แล้ว +36

    That was the funniest Mustie1 video to date, absolutely fantastic, couldn't stop laughing.
    Well done Mustie.

    • @harrowtiger
      @harrowtiger 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yep l agree, outstanding.

    • @glennford8844
      @glennford8844 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That was a great show

  • @scottjacko87
    @scottjacko87 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    The end of this video had me giggling like a little kid. So good and wholesome. Thanks Musty for making my day :D

    • @mustie1
      @mustie1  3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @johnscally255
    @johnscally255 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    THANK YOU SIR. One of the best videos,It's a runner. We enjoyed the adventure.Congratulation on your trophy.CHEERS sir.

  • @FreedomRock44
    @FreedomRock44 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG just finished watching.........That is spectacular!!!!!!!
    You have to keep her original but clean her up and get her to parades.......SO MUCH FUN!!!

  • @drjohn5407
    @drjohn5407 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    One of your best vids Mustie man.. just when I thought here comes another beetle engine revive... you give us this gem of enjoyment! well done!

  • @richardtomkinson9951
    @richardtomkinson9951 3 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I was laughing so much when you drove into the show, brilliant watching the folk look trying to work out what was being driven in. Still laughing

  • @nnie1
    @nnie1 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    That car is awsome! You'll be the talk of the town driving around in it. I'm surprised you made it to and from the show considering the state of the floor, but it was a lot of fun seeing it fired up and working like it used to. Looking forward to seeing the rest of the progress on this fun restoration project, and seeing it shine again

  • @majordisappointment8692
    @majordisappointment8692 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    You actually took it to a show lol your a brave man lol and actually got a trophy worst of show, but a trophy no less. It's a keeper. Thanks Mustie

  • @colubrinedeucecreative
    @colubrinedeucecreative 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahaha that was great! When you turned the power on and it talked, I was freaking out like it was Kirby or something! Christine!

  • @kentmckean6795
    @kentmckean6795 3 ปีที่แล้ว +34

    6:42 That punched card was a early version of a private gas card. You literally slid it into a card slot on the gas pump and filled up your vehicle (24/7 access). you would get a monthly bill for the gas purchases.

    • @cmann333
      @cmann333 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Was looking for this comment. I worked for my local FD & every truck had one.

    • @niles006
      @niles006 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly

    • @niles006
      @niles006 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      School district I worked at had a similar card system

  • @adrian_foden
    @adrian_foden 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Oh, what an absolute joy - worst in show was such a lovely payoff at the end. GREAT VIDEO!

  • @Oh-Jay52
    @Oh-Jay52 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I sensed a trophy with all the people that stood in awe ... Best yet @Mustie1 , Love from England ❤ Good 💩 !!

  • @Erik_Swiger
    @Erik_Swiger 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    Got an idea for you. Take 4 Bug cooling fans, connect them to an old Bug engine, and make a giant central vac system for the shop. Maybe use a 55-gallon drum as the collector. "Time to fire-up the shop vac!" Put a 4-inch freaking hose on it. lol

  • @nygelmiller5293
    @nygelmiller5293 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The wheel covers are FANTASTIC!