Bill's Guide on YouTube
Recognizing Engine Blow-by
I received a request from a YouTube viewer asking me to make a video showing the inspection of a car that I would not buy, and why. So in this video I inspect the engine of a 2015 Lincoln MXC with a 2.0L Turbo-boost with the dreaded blow-by. Ironclad Rule: Always physically inspect the vehicle before you buy. Without a physical inspection this major engine problem could be missed, ending badly for the buyer.
Inspect Before You Buy, Part II
This is the second of a three-part series on inspecting a vehicle before you buy. Remember Bill's Ironclad Rule: Always physically inspect before you buy. Today we inspect the interior and the engine compartment.
Inspect Before You Buy
This is the first of a three-part series on inspecting a vehicle before you buy. Ironclad rule: Always physically inspect the vehicle before you buy. Otherwise, you don't know what you're getting. This video focuses on the exterior, including the undercarriage.
Install a Pontiac Hood-mounted Tachometer
One of the coolest options Pontiac Motor Division ever offered was a late 60s/early 70s hood-mounted tach. Muscle car lovers--GTO and Firebird alike--couldn't get enough. Now available in the aftermarket, we discuss the steps to install this hood tach, along with important measurements and placement.
Remove Headlight Haze
This video teaches viewers how to remove oxidation from modern plastic headlight lens. That haze is not only unattractive, but the loss of lens transparency creates danger for nighttime driving. Presented by Bill Rosen. Videography by Tim Schoen.
Count the Money Together
In this short video Bill discussed another of his ironclad rules of buying or selling a used car: During the transaction, Always Count the Money Together. Here's why from a recent sale. Presented by Bill Rosen.
Know How Things Work
This short video reveals one of Bill's ironclad rules when selling a used car: Know How Things Work. It's critical that as a seller you take the time to familiarize yourself with the vehicle you're selling. Push every button and flip every switch. If you don't you could easily lose a sale. Presented by Bill Rosen.
Inspecting a Car That's Been Sitting
Serious profit can be made when you buy a car cheap. And a nonrunning car is a perfect candidate for a great buy. In this video Bill goes over a few steps of inspecting a car that's been sitting undriven for an extending time. Presented by Bill Rosen. Videography by Tim Schoen.
Honda Goldwing Cold Start
When you are ready to market a car you're selling, always include a cold start video in your online ad. It will grab your buyer's attention and provide evidence that the vehicle (in this case a grand touring bike) is worth seeing in person. I sold this Honda Goldwing for a neighbor. Beautiful bike.
1966 Olds Toronado Idling
In this short video we take a listen to a 1966 Olds Toronado idling for an online ad I ran. This Toro came with a 425 cubit inch engine with a factory Rochester quadrajet carburetor. I had just tuned up the engine, touched up the engine compartment, and replaced the rusted-out exhaust with NOS resonators. The exhaust notes are magic to the ears. Sound is sensory, and sensory sells.
