Hey there, fellow Fortnite fanatic! If you’re anything like me, you’ve been spending way too much time running around the island trying to complete all these Fortnitemares quests. And let me tell you, Fred’s found quest had me scratching my head for a good minute before I finally figured it out.
I’m going to walk you through exactly how to complete Fred’s found quest in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 4, so you can get that sweet XP and move on to the next challenge. Trust me, once you know what you’re doing, this quest is actually pretty straightforward – but if you go in blind like I did at first, you might find yourself running around like a headless chicken.
What Exactly is Fred’s Found Quest?
So here’s the deal: Fred from Mystery Inc. (you know, from Scooby-Doo) is standing by a broken-down Mystery Machine somewhere on the island, and he needs your help to fix it. When I first stumbled upon him, I had no idea what I was getting myself into, but I’m glad I stuck with it because this quest is actually pretty fun once you get the hang of it.
Fred’s found quest is one of those secret missions that you can only get by talking to specific NPCs around the island. Not all characters have these found quests, which makes them pretty special – and honestly, a bit tricky to find if you don’t know where to look.
Where to Find Fred and Start the Quest?
Alright, let’s get down to business. Fred is hanging out on a bridge that’s just east of Ranger’s Rest. When I first went looking for him, I spent way too much time searching around the wrong areas, so let me save you some trouble right now.
Here’s exactly where you need to go:
- Head to Ranger’s Rest (it’s one of the named locations on the map)
- Look for the bridge just to the east of Ranger’s Rest
- You’ll see Fred standing there next to his broken-down Mystery Machine
When you find him, walk up and interact with him. He’ll give you the lowdown on what happened to his precious Mystery Machine and ask for your help to fix it. That’s when the real fun begins!
Understanding the Quest Requirements
Before we dive into the nitty-gritty details, let me break down exactly what you need to do to complete this quest. When Fred first explained it to me, I’ll admit I was a bit overwhelmed, but once I organized it in my head, it made perfect sense.
Here’s what you need to collect:
- 2 missing tires for the Mystery Machine
- 3 engine parts that you’ll get from searching junk piles
And here’s the kicker that tripped me up at first: you have to complete this entire quest in a single match. If you die or leave the match before delivering all the parts to Fred, you lose everything and have to start all over again. Trust me, I learned this the hard way after spending 15 minutes collecting everything only to get taken out by some sniper right before I could deliver the final part.
Step-by-Step Guide to Collecting the Tires
Okay, let’s start with the tires because honestly, they’re the easier part of this quest. When I first did this, I was running around like crazy looking for these things, but they’re actually in pretty obvious locations once you know where to look.
First Tire Location
From where Fred is standing on the bridge, you want to head west down the road that leads toward Ranger’s Rest. As you’re walking along this road, keep your eyes peeled to the right side of the path. You’ll spot the first tire just sitting there near the edge of the road.
When I found it, I almost walked right past it because I was expecting something more… well, more hidden. But nope, it’s just sitting there in plain sight. Walk up to it and you’ll see the “Collect” option pop up. Hit that button and boom – you’ve got your first tire!
Second Tire Location
Now, continue down that same road toward Ranger’s Rest. You’ll come to a curve in the road near the entrance to Ranger’s Rest. This is where you need to look to your left. The second tire is sitting right there near that curve.
I actually missed this one the first time I did the quest because I was too busy looking straight ahead instead of checking my surroundings. Lesson learned: in Fortnite, always check your flanks! Collect this tire just like you did the first one, and now you’ve got both tires you need.
Finding the Engine Parts in Junk Piles
Alright, this is where things get a little more interesting – and potentially more confusing. You need to find three engine parts, and you get them by searching junk piles. All three of these junk piles are located in the Ranger’s Rest area, so you’re already in the right neighborhood if you just finished collecting the tires.
First Junk Pile Location
From where you picked up the second tire, head down into the Ranger’s Rest area. At the bottom of the road, make a sharp right turn. You’ll see a junk pile near a barricade. This is your first stop.
Walk up to it and interact with it. You’ll see an option that says “Search for engine parts.” Hit that, and you’ll get your first engine part. Easy peasy, right?
Second Junk Pile Location
From the first junk pile, look slightly to your left. You should see another junk pile just a few feet away. I almost missed this one because I was too focused on moving forward instead of looking around me.
Head over to this second pile and search it just like you did the first one. Now you’ve got two out of three engine parts. You’re almost there!
Third Junk Pile Location
This one can be a bit tricky to find if you don’t know what to look for. From the second junk pile, make a sharp left and start heading toward the water. Keep your eyes peeled for a white diamond icon – that’s your marker for the third junk pile.
I spent way too much time looking for this third pile because I didn’t realize there was a visual marker for it. Once you spot that white diamond, you’ll see the third junk pile near another barricade. Search it, and congratulations – you now have all three engine parts!
Delivering Everything to Fred
Now comes the moment of truth. You’ve got both tires and all three engine parts. Head back up the road to where Fred is waiting on the bridge. When I did this, I was so paranoid about getting killed that I basically sprinted the whole way, stopping every few seconds to check my surroundings.
Walk up to Fred and interact with him. You’ll see an option to deliver all the items you’ve collected. Hit that button, and watch the magic happen! Fred will repair the Mystery Machine, and you’ll complete the quest.
Let me tell you, seeing that Mystery Machine all fixed up and ready to go is pretty satisfying. It’s one of those small victories in Fortnite that just feels good, you know?
Pro Tips for Completing Fred’s Found Quest
After doing this quest a few times (because like I said, I died the first time and had to start over), I’ve picked up some tips that I wish I’d known from the beginning. Let me share them with you so you don’t make the same mistakes I did.
Gear Up First
Before you even think about starting this quest, make sure you’ve got some decent loot. I’m talking about weapons, shields, healing items – the whole nine yards. When I first attempted this quest, I went in with basically nothing, and let me tell you, that was a huge mistake.
You’re going to be exposed while you’re collecting these parts, especially around Ranger’s Rest which can be a pretty popular drop spot. Having some good gear will give you a fighting chance if you run into any hostile players.
Move Quickly and Efficiently
Remember how I mentioned you have to complete this in one match? That means efficiency is key. Don’t wander around exploring or getting into unnecessary fights. I learned this the hard way when I got distracted by a supply drop and ended up getting eliminated before I could finish the quest.
Plan your route before you start, and stick to it. The good news is that all the items you need are pretty close to each other, so if you’re focused, you can get this done in just a few minutes.
Know the Area
Familiarity with the terrain is a huge advantage here. Before I attempted this quest successfully, I spent a match just running around the area to get a feel for where everything was. This made a huge difference when I actually went to do the quest for real.
If you can, drop near Ranger’s Rest in a match where you’re not planning to do the quest, just to explore and get your bearings. Trust me, it’ll save you a lot of headaches later.
Avoid Unnecessary Fights
Look, I get it. The temptation to engage every player you see is real. But for this quest, it’s better to be a bit of a coward. I’m not saying you should run from every fight, but pick your battles wisely.
If you see someone who doesn’t notice you, sometimes it’s better to just let them go on their merry way. The goal here is to complete the quest, not to get the most eliminations. You can always come back for fights once you’ve got that sweet quest completion under your belt.
2025 Common Mistakes to Avoid
I’ve seen a lot of players struggle with this quest, and I’ve made plenty of mistakes myself. Let me break down some of the most common pitfalls so you can avoid them.
Not Checking All Around the Junk Piles
When you’re searching for those engine parts, make sure you’re checking all around the junk piles. I’ve seen players miss parts because they weren’t thorough enough in their search. Take your time with each pile and make sure you’ve gotten everything you can from it.
Forgetting That Progress Doesn’t Carry Over
This is probably the biggest mistake I see players make. They assume that if they collect some parts and then die, they’ll still have those parts in the next match. Nope! If you die or leave the match, you lose everything and have to start from scratch.
I learned this the hard way after spending a good 10 minutes collecting parts only to get sniped right before I could deliver them to Fred. Let me tell you, that was a frustrating experience, and I don’t want you to go through the same thing.
Getting Greedy with Loot
It’s tempting to stop and pick up every legendary weapon or rare item you see, but for this quest, focus is key. I’ve gotten sidetracked more times than I’d like to admit by some shiny loot, only to run out of time or get eliminated before I could complete the quest.
Get what you need to survive, and then focus on the quest. You can always come back for more loot later.
What Happens After You Complete the Quest?
So you’ve successfully delivered all the parts to Fred and watched him repair the Mystery Machine. Congratulations! But what happens next?
First off, you’ll get a nice chunk of XP for completing the quest. I’m not going to lie, it’s a pretty decent amount, and every little bit helps when you’re trying to level up that battle pass.
But more importantly, completing Fred’s found quest counts toward the “complete found quests” weekly challenge. In November 2025, you need to complete two found quests to finish that weekly challenge, so knocking out Fred’s quest puts you halfway there.
Other Found Quests You Might Want to Try
Since you need to complete two found quests for that weekly challenge, you might be wondering what other options you have. Lucky for you, I’ve done some digging (and a lot of running around the island) to find all the found quests currently available in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 4.
Daphne’s Found Quest
Daphne is hanging out inside a building at Viney Shafts. For her quest, you need to find her missing luggage, which is located up on a cliff slightly southwest of where she is. Then you have to interrogate Mothman (who apparently stole the luggage) a few feet away from the stolen goods.
I found Daphne’s quest to be pretty straightforward, and the locations are pretty close to each other, so you can knock this one out pretty quickly once you know where to go.
Velma’s Found Quest
Velma is in a cabin in the snowy mountains south of Harmony Hills. For her quest, you need to find her missing magnifying glass. It’s on the second floor of the house she’s in, tucked away in a corner behind some boxes covered with white sheets.
This one can be a bit tricky because the magnifying glass is pretty well hidden, but once you know where to look, it’s not too bad.
Shaggy’s Found Quest
Shaggy is wandering around a gas station to the west of Bugswatter Beach. For his quest, you need to grab three ingredients from around the gas station to make him the perfect burger.
I personally found Shaggy’s quest to be the most fun, mostly because I love the idea of running around collecting burger ingredients in the middle of a battle royale game. It’s just so wonderfully absurd!
Why These Found Quests Matter?
You might be wondering why you should bother with these found quests at all. I mean, they’re not the main story quests, and they don’t give you any special rewards beyond XP. So what’s the point?
Well, for starters, they’re a great way to break up the monotony of regular matches. When I get tired of the same old drop, loot, shoot gameplay, these found quests offer a nice change of pace. They give you a specific goal to work toward, which can make the game feel fresh and exciting again.
Plus, let’s be real – the Scooby-Doo crossover is pretty awesome. Getting to interact with Fred, Daphne, Velma, and Shaggy in Fortnite is just plain fun, especially if you grew up watching the cartoon like I did.
And finally, these quests are a great way to explore parts of the map you might not otherwise visit. I’ve discovered so many cool little nooks and crannies while doing these found quests, places I probably never would have found if I was just playing normally.
My Personal Experience with Fred’s Found Quest
Let me take a moment to share my personal experience with this quest, because honestly, it was quite the journey for me.
The first time I attempted Fred’s found quest, I had no idea what I was doing. I stumbled upon Fred by accident while running from the storm, and when he asked me to help fix the Mystery Machine, I figured “sure, why not?” I mean, who doesn’t want to help Fred and the gang, right?
So I started collecting the tires, which was pretty straightforward. But when it came to the engine parts, I got completely lost. I was searching all over Ranger’s Rest for those junk piles, and I kept getting eliminated by other players who actually knew what they were doing.
After about three failed attempts, I was ready to give up. But then I thought about how much I love Scooby-Doo and how cool it would be to actually fix the Mystery Machine. So I decided to give it one more try, but this time, I did my research first.
I looked up some guides (kind of like the one you’re reading right now), studied the map, and planned my route. And you know what? That fourth attempt was the charm. I collected everything without any issues, delivered it all to Fred, and watched in satisfaction as the Mystery Machine roared back to life.
There’s just something so satisfying about completing a quest that had previously stumped you. It’s that feeling of accomplishment, of overcoming a challenge, that keeps me coming back to Fortnite day after day.
The Bigger Picture: Fortnitemares 2025
Fred’s found quest is part of the larger Fortnitemares event that’s currently happening in Fortnite. If you’re not familiar with Fortnitemares, it’s basically Fortnite’s Halloween celebration, complete with spooky skins, creepy cosmetics, and special limited-time game modes.
I absolutely love Fortnitemares because it’s when Fortnite really goes all out with the themed content. The island gets a spooky makeover, there are Halloween-themed challenges to complete, and the cosmetics are always top-notch.
Fred’s found quest fits perfectly into the Fortnitemares theme because, let’s face it, what’s more Halloween-appropriate than helping a bunch of mystery-solving teens fix their van so they can go investigate some spooky occurrences? It’s like the perfect crossover of Fortnite and Scooby-Doo, and I’m here for it.
Looking Ahead: What’s Next After Fred’s Quest?
So you’ve completed Fred’s found quest – congratulations! But what should you do next? Well, that depends on what you’re trying to accomplish in Fortnite.
If you’re working on the weekly challenges, then your next step should be to complete another found quest. Like I mentioned earlier, you need to complete two found quests for that particular weekly challenge, so you’re halfway there.
If you’re trying to level up your battle pass, then there are plenty of other challenges and quests you can tackle. The Fortnitemares event has a bunch of limited-time challenges that offer great XP rewards, so those are definitely worth checking out.
And if you’re just playing for fun, well, the world is your oyster! You can try out some of the new Fortnitemares game modes, work on unlocking some of the spooky cosmetics, or just drop into regular matches and enjoy the Halloween-themed island.
FAQ: Fred’s Found Quest in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 4
How many parts do I need to collect for Fred’s found quest?
You need to collect 5 parts total: 2 tires for the Mystery Machine and 3 engine parts from junk piles. All of these need to be collected and delivered to Fred in the same match.
Where exactly is Fred located in Fortnite?
Fred can be found on a bridge just east of Ranger’s Rest. He’s standing next to his broken-down Mystery Machine and will give you the quest when you interact with him.
Do I need to complete this quest in one match?
Yes, absolutely! This is crucial – if you die or leave the match before delivering all the parts to Fred, you’ll lose everything and have to start over from scratch in a new match.
What happens if I die while doing Fred’s found quest?
If you die at any point during the quest, you’ll lose all the parts you’ve collected and will need to start the entire quest over in a new match. This is why it’s important to gear up and be careful while collecting the parts.
Are there any rewards for completing Fred’s found quest?
Yes, you’ll receive a decent amount of XP for completing the quest, which counts toward leveling up your battle pass. It also counts toward the “complete found quests” weekly challenge.
Can I complete Fred’s found quest multiple times?
Yes, you can complete the quest multiple times, but you’ll only receive the XP reward the first time you complete it. Subsequent completions will count toward weekly challenges that require you to complete found quests.
What other found quests are available in Fortnite Chapter 6, Season 4?
There are three other found quests available: Daphne’s found quest (find her missing luggage), Velma’s found quest (find her magnifying glass), and Shaggy’s found quest (collect burger ingredients).
How long does it take to complete Fred’s found quest?
If you know what you’re doing and don’t run into any hostile players, you can complete the quest in about 5-10 minutes. However, if you’re unfamiliar with the locations or get into fights, it could take significantly longer.
Do I need any special items or weapons to complete Fred’s found quest?
No, you don’t need any special items or weapons to complete the quest. However, it’s a good idea to have some decent gear (weapons, shields, healing items) to protect yourself while you’re collecting the parts.
Will the Mystery Machine be usable after I fix it?
Unfortunately, no – the Mystery Machine is just a prop and can’t be driven even after you fix it. The quest completion is more about the story and the XP reward than about actually getting a new vehicle to use.
Final Thoughts
At the end of the day, Fred’s found quest is just one small part of the larger Fortnite experience. But it’s quests like these that make the game so special and keep players like me coming back day after day.
There’s something magical about being able to interact with characters from my childhood in a game that I love playing as an adult. It’s a reminder that at its core, Fortnite is all about having fun and experiencing new things.
So if you’re struggling with Fred’s found quest, don’t give up! Take it from someone who’s been there – once you know what you’re doing, it’s actually pretty straightforward. And the satisfaction of seeing that Mystery Machine all fixed up and ready to go is totally worth the effort.
Now get out there and help Fred fix his van! And who knows, maybe you’ll run into me while you’re at it. I’ll be the one running around like a headless chicken trying to remember where the third junk pile is located.
Happy gaming, and I’ll see you on the flip side!
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