CHASING CLASSIC CARS IN AFRICA - BARN FIND!

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  • Join me as I chase classic cars in the towns of the Great Karoo. We find old tractors, vintage cars and classic trucks in various states of repair. Some are too far gone to bring back to life and others are not what I'm looking for. After driving hundreds of kilometres and visiting many small towns, I'm close to giving up... Then I stumble upon an amazing barn find!
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  • @robames1293
    @robames1293 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thank you Div for showing us the incredible scenery in this video, things I have not seen nor will see in person. Great stuff

  • @user-vv1nx7us3s
    @user-vv1nx7us3s ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very interesting keep it up

  • @gizmodietsch3922
    @gizmodietsch3922 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Fun trip around South Africa!!

  • @GarethDavies-hk9cg
    @GarethDavies-hk9cg 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Great video. I enjoy your road trips and commentary and learning about your beautiful surprising country. This is my new favourite channel, thanks Div.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  8 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you!

  • @davidcolesr.8628
    @davidcolesr.8628 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Good to See You, Thank You So Much for the Road Trip Across a Small Portion of South Africa.

  • @pa6390
    @pa6390 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lots of beautiful vintage tin..

  • @renegade2556
    @renegade2556 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very Much Enjoyed your Road trip! I Laughed Remembering when I got Home from overseas, Took a drive at night and after about 20 miles I Realized the signs were curiously backwards and I just barely avoided an extremely abrupt meeting with an eighteen wheeler as I was a bit too accustomed to driving on the left. South Africa looks like a place I would really enjoy riding my old Harley!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thanks! You would love riding the Harley here! Some amazing roads

  • @TheFrameoff
    @TheFrameoff ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Very cool find

  • @Only1nexus
    @Only1nexus ปีที่แล้ว +1

    WOW

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Now that's a true barn find Awesome

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Glad you were able to get that car that would be awesome to see you bring the old girl home

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately it turned out that the car is part of a complex estate case which might take years to resolve...😪

  • @stevenm3141
    @stevenm3141 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a fantastic country to drive around. The mountains are spectacular and abit scary! Wow 50s Fairlane it's gotta be the only one left. It would be a very valuable addition to your garage!

  • @jimcarlisle2309
    @jimcarlisle2309 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had a 1958 Ford Fair-lane Convertible, with a V8 352 police interceptor motor.
    I took the automatic out and put in a Cadillac lascal standard Transmission.

  • @MrBetoxy
    @MrBetoxy 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wau good one

  • @crazywickedcustoms7272
    @crazywickedcustoms7272 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you talking us along , wow love the birds,

  • @dougjones3843
    @dougjones3843 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I really like it when you take us with you on your road trips, I'm from Nova Scotia Canada & I like seeing the landscape in South Africa...🙂 love your show man...👍👊

  • @robertdelaney5994
    @robertdelaney5994 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    l had the Australian 1960 fairlane many moons ago. it had 332 ci v8 the front on the Afican model is quite different. that one is a great find.

  • @TheOldaz1
    @TheOldaz1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the trip around part of your great country. Wow, what a find, I've never even seen a picture of that model Fairlane. Thanks Div.

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow so beautiful !!!! Awesome world that you live in

  • @stevestacey5272
    @stevestacey5272 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    David. Brown bought out Aston Martin and Lagonda in the early 50's and built the Db series Aston Martin.Db5 the original James' Bond car.

  • @brycechessum4684
    @brycechessum4684 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Full size 58 Ford they were popular in NZ years ago but Ive never seen a 6 cylinder car all our local assembly cars had V8s

  • @jefferyhamilton8099
    @jefferyhamilton8099 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for sharing, text me back to my childhood. I’m 68 years old and my father had a green 1958 Ford two door three speed on a column six cylinder just like the one you showed except our steering wheel here in the states is on the other side

  • @rockcrusher4636
    @rockcrusher4636 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fair lane, your doing great mate, nice find. Thanks for the site seeing, saved me a lot of money on a trip, more money for old junk, beautiful country. Cheers.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks Rock. You still gotta do the trip man, nothing like the real thing!😀

  • @justinreedflynn
    @justinreedflynn ปีที่แล้ว +1

    @ 14:05 that's a '38(?)-'42 FORD "big truck". (The trucks weren't actually larger but the front grill and running gear was different from the '39-'40 "small series" version, which were VERY popular trucks to 'rod stateside, [I hear Chevy S-10 mini-truck frames fit them ok,]). Get it if you can please! Also, was there no windshield wiper motor on that '58?!? All I saw was the hood latch! That's so cool!!

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Totally cool with pink Floyd yeeeeeeeeeepppppp

  • @alfbittner6489
    @alfbittner6489 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Very interesting Road trip bro, it's very similar to driving in out back Australia. The overhanging rocks as you drove through the pass, keeping watch for falling rocks would be daunting.
    What a score the 58 compact fairlane, so rare even in Australia or the states for that matter. Grooving to Pink Floyd on your stereo what a buzz. RHD so good to see, got to get over for a look see.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Come! I'll play you some Pink Floyd 😂 Unfortunately I didn't get the Fairlane, tied up in complicated unfinished estate. Those things can take years to resolve...😪

    • @jimcarlisle2309
      @jimcarlisle2309 ปีที่แล้ว

      The body looks in good shape, they usually rust out around headlights.

  • @johnnymac1580
    @johnnymac1580 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful car, like to see it back on the road ⚡️

  • @sandralth
    @sandralth 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    That David brown is an english built tractor.

  • @wiremupaki3793
    @wiremupaki3793 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Would be Awesome to see a 1958 ford fairlane hopefully will see him doing a restoration

  • @unclemarksdiyauto
    @unclemarksdiyauto ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hey Div, I know I am a year behind! Just watched this and interested in seeing if you pick up the Fairlane in the next video, so off I go looking....

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately I didn't get it😪

  • @jodycopeland1
    @jodycopeland1 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Enjoyed it fairlane

  • @duanserfontein5874
    @duanserfontein5874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Dankie vir die great storie!

    • @divdevilliers4875
      @divdevilliers4875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Bly jy het geniet. Lekker om te hoor julle kyk daar vanuit Aus!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

  • @skatesneakerlover
    @skatesneakerlover ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can't wait to see the new video of you fetching that Fairlane!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately the Fairlane is stuck in a complex will that might take years to resolve...

  • @wschell4023
    @wschell4023 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    i really liked your road trip and hope you pick up that 58 soon. I'm in Canada and our classics tend to be a little more rusty. BTW maybe your David Brown tractor comment was tongue in cheek but, for those not aware, that David Brown got on to Aston Martin....that's where the DB designation of their cars started...another supercar marque associated with tractor manufacture!

  • @desrelieb9301
    @desrelieb9301 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Looks like my roadtrips😂 you been to Bowes dorp NC. There's lots...

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Never even knew such a place existed!

    • @desrelieb9301
      @desrelieb9301 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Just outside Bitterfontein....old car graveyard. Lots 2 see.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @desreliebenberg9301 Yes, looked it up. Gonna have to visit one day. Thanks

  • @jeremyTallen1
    @jeremyTallen1 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    cool video

  • @rredbeak
    @rredbeak ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what a beautifull country TY Div for the grand tour,,its stunning crossing the river 25 times through the valley...the car id be concerned about bits missing before you can go pick it up. cheers mate..

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว

    Beautiful scenery awesome adventure as always !!!

  • @anmarvanwyk2043
    @anmarvanwyk2043 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Nice ....pity its not a V8 ...but its still beautiful ! Come visit us in Zastron next time and we will show you our old cars and stuff ! Just ask for JANHOENDER , in the main street lol

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Would love to! A looong way though...

  • @sandralth
    @sandralth 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    It’s a fairlane that you can drive on a four lane.

  • @79tazman
    @79tazman 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That old Fairlane is cool it looks like it is great shape too. It's got the old mileage maker six the 223ci or in metric the 3.7 liter engine What a awesome barn fine

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, awesome car. Unfortunately it turned out to be stuck in a will thats not concluded yet, might still take years...

  • @henrygibson1530
    @henrygibson1530 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cool video my brother has a 58 Ford custom 300 two door sedan.

  • @duanserfontein5874
    @duanserfontein5874 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Lekker!!!

  • @andrewmantle7627
    @andrewmantle7627 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    In some of our western states in the US, three trailers are towed behind the semi tractor. Probably 80 feet long. Maybe more.

  • @stevestacey5272
    @stevestacey5272 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    SA looks like South Australia or western New South Wales

  • @chriswhite5846
    @chriswhite5846 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just watched George car show and seen 2 holdens hq and hz are there many Aussie cars there keep up the good work 👍

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Yes, there are actually quite a lot of older Aussie cars around in South Africa. Sometimes with different names though. Like the Chev El Camino pickup. I think you guys called the Holden Ute?

  • @cj8172
    @cj8172 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Another great vid, subscribed from New Zealand.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks mate! Greetings to the Kiwis!

  • @roqueolds3419
    @roqueolds3419 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Olá.
    Essa mão de direção é boa para andar com a sogra, em ruas com bastante carretas no sentido contrário.
    Abraços.
    Vc que é feliz.
    Dá uma voltinha e acha esses projetos maravilhosos.
    Aqui no Brasil. Acabaram os carros para fazer os projetos.

  • @StreetTruckGarage
    @StreetTruckGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    great buy!!

    • @divdevilliers4875
      @divdevilliers4875 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks for the input! Hoping to go fetch it this weekend!

    • @StreetTruckGarage
      @StreetTruckGarage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@divdevilliers4875 she looks like an unmolested proper barn find... lets see what is reveled in the next episode

    • @divdevilliers4875
      @divdevilliers4875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@StreetTruckGarageJa, very excited! I can't wait to get her out of the barn and take a good look. Dim light and a lot of dust...

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

  • @christophereakin
    @christophereakin 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    My parents had a 58 Ranch Wagon when I was a kid - six cylinder with three-speed column shift, but I don't remember the aircleaner looking anything like that. Of course I don't have any photos, but maybe the Export cars or African Fords got different air cleaners?? Anybody got any idea? IIRC the air cleaner our Ranch wagon had was round and sat horizontally on top of the carburetor.

  • @djscrews
    @djscrews 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    9:33 to 9:45 What kind of trees are those on the left side of the road? I am not a Ford fan, but that Fairlane is badass!!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      I dont know unfortunately. Interesting though!

    • @djscrews
      @djscrews 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@ratrodsafrica Well, dammit! 😄

  • @stewartw.9151
    @stewartw.9151 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    David Brown is Aston Martin! That is where the DB prefix comes from on all Astons since the 1950s.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Interesting! Thanks for the info

  • @jacquesleroux6112
    @jacquesleroux6112 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Netjies Div!!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dankie Jacques. Maak draai by jou Sondag.

  • @robertstevison1448
    @robertstevison1448 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    We're you able to purchase that Fairlane

  • @maniestrijdom7271
    @maniestrijdom7271 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mooi man , nou wag ons vir part 2

    • @divdevilliers4875
      @divdevilliers4875 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Dankie Manie. Hoop om daai beauty hierdie naweek te gaan haal...

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Thanks

  • @mypuptrouble976
    @mypuptrouble976 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Absolutely beautiful!
    I have a question my daughter collects license plates and I thought it would be wonderful to start getting some from other countries. I have a Michigan I believe 1929 plate I would send you if you’d be interested in a trade. Thank you and keep up the great work!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  9 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Send me a mail at ratrods4africa@gmail.com

  • @almorrison6271
    @almorrison6271 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Baie geluk wat n fonds.....

  • @ml.2770
    @ml.2770 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    part 2?

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว

      Unfortunately it turned out that the car is stuck in a complex deceased estate case. Might take years to resolve...

  • @retrorusticsRSA
    @retrorusticsRSA 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    15:15 Daii chevy is soos om 'n kers geskenk oop te maak

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Praat jy! Ongelukkig later uitgevind die kar sit in boedelsaak wat jare gaan vat om uit te sort😥

  • @turbofiat
    @turbofiat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Great find!
    We're these American cars built in South Africa converted to RHD?, shipped over in knock down kits? What's the story on them?
    Beautiful drive through the mountains BTW!

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ford opened a factory in South Africa in 1926. As far as I can find out, many parts were shipped out from the States but the vehicles were factory assembled as RHD.

  • @nzsaltflatsracer8054
    @nzsaltflatsracer8054 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    A little constructive criticism mate, the background music was loud enough to be foreground music & it was difficult to understand what you were saying a lot of the time.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thanks mate. Yes, I learned since then😅 My more recent videos should be better!

  • @bondhond2427
    @bondhond2427 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hallo hoe kan ek n Toyota MR 2 MK1 vind in so manier

  • @fredflintstoner596
    @fredflintstoner596 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I'M COMFORTABLY DUMB

  • @fotorabia
    @fotorabia 4 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Bro the music is too much.

    • @ratrodsafrica
      @ratrodsafrica  4 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes, old video... I've learned since then...😅