It doesn’t matter what the make and model may be – if you think that a car is worth saving, then that’s all that really matters. Such was the case for this Chevy Opala, which was recently rescued from a junkyard and given a thorough cleaning and restoration. Now, we’re watching as this Opala is brought back to life in a ground-up detailing process, as seen in the following video.
The video is 14 minutes, 42 seconds long, and was posted by the Percepcar USA YouTube channel.
For those who may be unaware, the Chevy Opala was sold in South America between 1969 and 1992, and was derived from the Opel Rekord Series C. Despite the Opel roots, the Opala presented unique styling and cradled North American-derived engines. As the video points out, this particular example was purchased from a junkyard after sitting for decades, and the new owner is cleaning it up, likely to sell it. The owner purchased the car for $10,000, and hopes to flip it for around $30,000.
According to the video, some enthusiasts have modified examples of the Opala to exceed 1,000 horsepower, with some even pouring enough money and time into theirs to increase the value to more than $300,000.
While this car won’t be worth that much, a thorough cleaning is still very much needed and appreciated. This particular restoration process is estimated to cost about $2,000, but due to the car’s condition, including rust, the restoration might require an additional $1,000 for repairs and repainting.
The video covers the extensive cleaning process, which starts with vacuuming every nook and cranny. The crew then sprays the Opala down with foam, including the engine bay, while a thick brush is used to scrub down all the surfaces. Some of the body panels are removed to more thoroughly clean them, as well. The trunk and interior are all given attention, as are the wheels, brakes, and suspension, and the result is both impressive and satisfying.
Check out the full video right here:
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all the work is not worth it, it’s still scrap, easier to melt it in the oven and buy a new car