Most Reliable 200K Mile Car? Let's Settle This!

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Published 2024-04-28
The cost of owning a new car is incredibly expensive. Compared to a used car, car insurance, property taxes, depreciation, and required dealership performed maintenance can really add up. So, why buy a new car when you can own a highly reliable used vehicle that performs well and looks nice?
I purchased all of the parts and fluids used to repair this vehicle. A big "thank you" to my friend Dustin for allowing me to use his vehicle for this repair, and thank you for supporting the channel!

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All Comments (21)
  • @TheRedGlint4427
    It feels like this video is the culmination of everything you’ve done and you’re using your newfound powers of knowing the best products to beat the final boss
  • @SomeGuysGarage
    So you just squeezed what would be a couple dozen videos on other channels into a single comprehensive car maintenance video...as you say, VERY IMPRESSIVE!
  • @MrMagyar5
    For those new mechanics out there, the single best take away from this video is him using his phone to take "before" pictures to ensure everything goes back together correctly. I can't express how much I wish I had this capability growing up in the 80's and 90's.
  • @Dufftruck7
    Can confirm, the 8th generation civics' are unbelievably reliable and cheap. After-market or even some OEM parts are a bargain and nearly every repair is doable at home with basic tools. We've been driving the same one since new, over 275,000 miles, just purchased a second one for my girlfriend. Plan to drive them till the frame rusts out (can't do much about that here...)
  • I am literally at the point of,, I don't buy anything unless I first check to see if Project Farm has done a review first. Great series without product bias or fluff.
  • @FredGandt
    In less than 20 minutes you've clearly instructed anyone with a reasonable toolkit and some common sense how to save thousands of dollars and drive safer. Outstanding!
  • @FrancisFurtak
    Dude, The most efficient video and car repair I have ever seen. You get right to the point with no BS. Good shots of what you are fixing and quick editing! If I lived near you, you would be my mechanic. I have been working on my own cars since I was 17 (1970) and have saved hundreds of thousands doing the same kind of repairs for me and my family. New cars are so over priced why would you want to spend your hard earned money on them. A car is a hole in the road in which you throw money! Great job keep up the good work!
  • @richardmaya8914
    By far one of THE MOST useful, informative, and comprehensive videos on the internet. You and Scotty Kilmer are saving the average american citizen time, money, and headaches with your honest and meticulous channels. The elites that want to financially enslave the world hate guys that teach others to be self sufficient. Keep up the great work.
  • @MrJacknutz
    Project Farm is a one man Consumer Reports for the masses. Thank you, sir.
  • Since my father passed away, I need to turn to channels like this to learn certain skills. So I greatly appreciate your work, PF.
  • @stevemcc4447
    That's the BEST single video I've ever seen on basic repair ideas and cost valuation. Every teen should be required to see this. I'm in your camp on these ideas 1000%. Learn how to do stuff...and stay out of debt!
  • @laypyu
    This definitely goes into the top channels out there on YouTube. What a fantastic resource for years to come. Thank you so much over and over again.
  • @peteryeung111
    I didn’t blink through the entire video. Can we all acknowledge Project Farm is THE BEST channel out there! Bravo Todd👏
  • @JCbrewNweld
    I'm a manager for one of the largest auto parts retailers in the world, I refer customers to your channel multiple times a day, and I can't wait for that OBD scanner episode!!!
  • @gregkimura5906
    Fantastic video! I'm in the auto industry and so many people get rid of a good car, because their mechanic scared them with a high repair bill. If they learned how to do the work themselves, it would save a lot on labor costs. Most people are afraid to try to tackle it, because they're scared to damage something. I love YouTube, because there are so many excellent videos of people willing to share how they do things. It's a great community and I'm so glad I found this channel. Please keep doing these videos - people can learn so much from them!
  • @_Zekken
    Got a 2006 Subaru Legacy with ~200k miles. Shes been serviced religiously her whole life and she is still in perfect and full reliable condition. Keeping old cars running is such a nice feeling than throwing stuff away and treating it as junk just because big numbers are scary.
  • As a retired ASE Master Auto Technician, I really enjoyed this. I like the way you edit it so it's not a long, drawn-out tutorial.
  • @leonhaku
    My eyes were glued to the screen, there is nothing more satisfying than seeing an older car get some TCL and come out looking great.
  • @fkreis760
    I love how fast the video is. Astonishing amount of information in a 19-minute video.
  • @liamfoxy
    This is why i loved my 09 civic. I could fix just about anything on it. Really wish i hadn't sold it but i needed a larger vehicle at the time to haul a trailer for my work. Now I'm back to a desk job and stuck with a '14 Murano that is doing its best to off itself every time i take my eyes off it