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Saved from the bulldozer: YouTuber buys derelict 60s state house abandoned more than 30 years ago
YouTuber Ben Wilson has rescued a derelict 1960s state house in Ōtorohanga and plans to restore it himself.
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YouTuber Ben Wilson, known for restoring vintage cars on his King Country Towing and Salvage channel, has purchased a derelict 1960s state house in Ōtorohanga for $211,000 to save it from demolition.
Abandoned for over 30 years, the house retains its structural integrity with native timber and a salvageable mataī floor. Wilson plans a budget-friendly, DIY restoration while living on-site, documenting the process for his followers and receiving support from the local community.
Ben Wilson shows off the work he’s already done. Photo: Ben Wilson
Wilson has already carted tons of waste away from the home. Photo: Ben Wilson
While he's a fan of graffiti, this wall in the front room will likely have to go. Photo: Ben Wilson
Wilson will be living at the house while the work is ongoing. Photo: Ben Wilson
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