The Rebuild! | 1983 Mercedes W123 280CE Restoration

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  • čas přidán 30. 06. 2024
  • Go to thld.co/shakerandspoon_restor... and use code restore to get $20 off your first box! Thanks to Shaker & Spoon for sponsoring today's video.
    In this episode of Restore It, I finish the Mercedes W123! Kind of...
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    Timestamps:
    00:00 - Intro
    01:30 - Shaker & Spoon
    02:45 - Removing the masking
    02:58 - Installing the rear lights
    03:11 - Installing the rear badge
    03:19 - Installing the boot latch
    03:25 - Installing the rear bumper
    04:09 - Installing the rear light trim
    04:14 - Installing the boot trim
    04:21 - Installing the boot lining
    04:37 - Installing the dashboard
    05:15 - Installing the rear left window
    05:50 - Installing the rear right window
    05:58 - Installing the passenger seat/trim
    06:12 - Installing the front left window
    06:50 - dying the parcel shelf
    07:55 - Installing the parcel
    08:10 - Installing the first aid kit
    08:17 - Installing the rear speakers
    08:46 - Fixing a door-locking component
    09:09 - Installing the front right window & testing
    09:49 - Installing the rear seats & starting exterior trim
    10:01 - Installing the rear right window
    10:15 - Installing the rear right door card
    10:42 - Installing the front left door card
    11:00 - This happened way too many time
    11:59 - Installing the left-wing mirror
    12:08 - Installing the front right door card
    12:14 - Installing the driver's side footwell trim
    12:49 - Installing the driver's seat
    13:18 - Installing the exahust heatsheilds
    13:56 - Installing the fusebox cover
    14:04 - Installing the water drains
    14:14 - Installing the HVAC & brake lines
    14:22 - Installing the prop shaft
    14:32 - Installing all of the ancillaries to the engine
    14:38 - Installing the starter motor
    14:52 - Installing the exhaust manifolds
    15:02 - Installing the alternator
    15:11 - Installing the engine mounts
    15:18 - Installing the gearbox linkage
    15:44 - Installing the engine
    18:29 - Tightening the engine and gearbox
    18:51 - Cleaning the windscreen rubbers
    19:36 - Gluing the headlining down
    20:27 - Installing the rubbers onto the windscreens
    21:06 - Installing the exterior middle-side trim
    22:08 - Installing the throttle cable mount
    22:13 - Installing various engine bay parts
    22:31 - Installing the headlights
    22:40 - drilling a hole for the headlight wiper arm
    22:52 - Installing the front bumper rubbers
    23:07 - Installing the front bumper
    23:14 - Installing front lower trim bits
    23:32 - Installing the bonnet latch
    23:41 - Installing the front grill
    23:56 - Installing the engine bay weather strip
    24:05 - Torquing everything from back to front
    24:16 - Installing the side window trim
    24:39 - Installing the side weather strips
    24:49 - The pattern wing is useless
    25:25 - The results & thanks for watching!
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  • @RestoreIt
    @RestoreIt  Před rokem +8

    Go to thld.co/shakerandspoon_restore_1022 and use code restore to get $20 off your first box! Thanks to Shaker & Spoon for sponsoring today's video

    • @ssenssel
      @ssenssel Před rokem

      I was expecting you at the end to stare at the finished result and then proceed to smash this car against a brick wall to represent impermanence, in the same vain Buddhist monks do with very intricate mandalas. But hey, this car is not yours so I get it. Great work as always.

    • @Saskinny
      @Saskinny Před rokem

      GREAT job! And that's EXACTLY how to install side trim, by the way. Also, I never get tired of how different the names are for the same part/tool. :)
      UK USA
      Boot Trunk
      Bonnet Hood
      Door Card Door Panel
      Rubbers Seals
      Spanner Wrench
      Drains/Piping Lines
      Windscreen Windshield

    • @Saskinny
      @Saskinny Před rokem

      Oh and Wing iin the UK and Fender in the USA. Keep the great work coming!

  • @dudenamedclem
    @dudenamedclem Před rokem +71

    I'm really happy this project is behind you, I know it's bittersweet how things turned out and from you've demonstrated an immense level of commitment, a perfect demonstration of a man who is true to his word.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Thanks, Clem! Bittersweet is exactly how I feel at the moment. And I appreciate that dude.

  • @CH4NNELZERO
    @CH4NNELZERO Před rokem +26

    Bro it's looking sooo good already. The next episode it will be stunning I just know it. I know the owner has reasons to moan but it's been great to hear exactly why this project was so challenging and in my opinion the owner is actually incredibly lucky. He'll have one of the best restored W23s in existence, something that will continue to give him pleasure every day and it's all thanks to you and your willingness to take on projects like this.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +5

      Thanks mate! You're spot on about everything apart from the best restored W123. This was just a tidy up in my opinion. Even the with shear amount of work involved, so much more could have been done. The E30 is going to be up with the best :D Big thanks mate.

  • @RobWool
    @RobWool Před rokem +14

    So happy for you and thanks for bringing us along.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Thanks for coming for the ride with me Rob!

  • @DrMJJr
    @DrMJJr Před rokem +8

    OMG!! Hallelujah!!!🎉🎉🎉 TBH, it’s hard to believe it’s been 2 years?!? Well it’s been an awesome ride along the way, so I could care less because it’s been so fascinating and watching a professional do the job RIGHT…it’s totally been worth it. Also, thanks to Scott, hehe 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +2

      Thanks Michael! I know.. I have no idea where the time has gone. Oh you're too kind Michael, I certainly don't feel like a profesional after this Mercedes... I feel defeated haha. Thanks for sticking with me through this! And yes, a huge thanks to Scott. I honestly couldn't have done it without him.

  • @dan725
    @dan725 Před rokem +3

    I’m just so happy a classic will soon be back on the road looking fresh and rust-free! Just bravo to you for making it happen!!!

  • @brendanmatthys3788
    @brendanmatthys3788 Před rokem +3

    As someone who's on the tail end of a 2 month long project on my dad's car, I can only imagine what you're feeling right now. The blood, sweat and tears you'd have from this job, and the confidence for next time from all that learning must be astounding! And it has the added benefit of turning out excellently -- you ought to be really proud of yourself, even if it blew out quite a bit. I know how perfectionism can set in and push things way out, it's a real struggle

  • @danielprivate7442
    @danielprivate7442 Před rokem +5

    What a heartbreaker on that quarter panel. Looking forward to the last installment.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Very annoying, Daniel! Cheers mate

  • @JGV_IX
    @JGV_IX Před rokem

    Jeepers, what a job! But well done!! I tip my hat to you! You’ll have bragging rights for life that you restored this beauty!
    Now on to the BMW 😎😏

  • @peterwynnychuk5085
    @peterwynnychuk5085 Před rokem +2

    I hope this owner really appreciates the extra work and money you donated to their car. Very good job I like the quality and persistence in your craftsmanship/ videos.

  • @michaelskinner896
    @michaelskinner896 Před rokem +2

    Nice update - It's so nice when you can see the light at the end of a tunnel!

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Cheers Michael! One more episode and im free

  • @mndlessdrwer
    @mndlessdrwer Před rokem

    I can see why the owner would want this thing restored. The interior is in shockingly good condition for the age. A shame it's a relatively rare model and isn't worth most restorers' time and effort to bring back to life. Looks great and the work seems really solid.

  • @Vincent9895
    @Vincent9895 Před rokem

    36k views?? No no youtube give this man the credit he deserves

  • @Evermoregreen23451
    @Evermoregreen23451 Před rokem

    Well done. Nothing better than an individual who recognises his errors.

  • @RedPandaLesbian
    @RedPandaLesbian Před rokem +1

    What a relief this must be! I hope that, however out of hand this project has gotten, the owner at least respects your commitment to doing the best possible job you could do for them and not compromising the quality of the work that needed to be done.

  • @sriramsrinivasan8617
    @sriramsrinivasan8617 Před rokem +1

    Man, I didnt take my eyes off for the entire video. Great job!

  • @reviewaccount469
    @reviewaccount469 Před rokem +4

    Beautiful work sir! Your channel and others have inspired me to tackle my own restoration projects at home. Keep up the great work!

  • @kieranmann9761
    @kieranmann9761 Před rokem +1

    Well done!! Great job installing engine and transmission by yourself!!

  • @M1LAD81
    @M1LAD81 Před rokem +1

    Wow, it's a huge achievement Steve to reach this monumental milestone.
    I've been watching you for many years but couldn't believe it's been two years since that merc arrived. Wow.
    Looking forward as much as you once this car gets out the doors for good!
    Keep on churning out the brilliant content!

  • @austinvitoux
    @austinvitoux Před rokem +1

    Almost finished!! Looking good!

  • @bastogne315
    @bastogne315 Před rokem +3

    Your wonderful...well done young man. You are a celebrity ☺️

  • @mozartcarclassics
    @mozartcarclassics Před rokem

    Hall of Fame series ❤

  • @VSB83
    @VSB83 Před rokem +1

    Amazing work!!!

  • @pesterenan
    @pesterenan Před rokem +1

    Congratulations on your perseverance and courage do take on such a difficult and lengthy job! You should be proud! Now you're more professional than before! Nice one!!

  • @arnhemseptember2009
    @arnhemseptember2009 Před rokem +2

    Looking absolutely VERY good already!

  • @cp4512
    @cp4512 Před rokem +2

    Great progress; can’t wait to see the finished car. I’ve enjoyed watching this Merc but now I’m really looking forward to getting back onto your BMW.

  • @partytempo
    @partytempo Před rokem +1

    Can't wait for the e30...I mean yay Mercedes! 😉

  • @ruudmobile6726
    @ruudmobile6726 Před rokem

    What a colossal repair it turned out to be... I remember you towing the 280CE in. Having once worked on a similarly impossible 380SLC myself - I thought... Oh my G... well I kneel before you, O lord of the restoration arts.

  • @robertevans6481
    @robertevans6481 Před rokem +1

    This car would make anyone to start drinking...i had a beer just watching the video...

  • @geion54
    @geion54 Před rokem +1

    Beautiful job, well done.

  • @user-gv4tn9nb7f
    @user-gv4tn9nb7f Před rokem +1

    Beautiful car and great job!

  • @philipsigglekow7828
    @philipsigglekow7828 Před 6 měsíci

    Great job tyers look amazing

  • @urischwartz6711
    @urischwartz6711 Před rokem

    You are a very resourceful young man, my hat's off to you!

  • @Nind-yu4sz
    @Nind-yu4sz Před rokem

    Wow, great results, looks like one of those regrettable moments " while I'm there i can do this" however which turned in an absolutely beautiful looking car. Great job

  • @ilcooldj
    @ilcooldj Před rokem

    i'm ecstatic that this Godforsaken W123 is almost out of your life & ours! i'm kinda nostalgic to the enthusiastic attitude this channel had back in Spain in that tiny yet very well lit garage, that i think this W123 killed.
    After this rust bucket leaves you in peace, add some lighting, and on with the Bimmers....hoorayyyy

  • @tandm86
    @tandm86 Před rokem

    I'm not sure what I liked most. That gorgeous classic Mercedes or your know how and skills to be able to do what you do. Very clever.

  • @jacobdehaas6482
    @jacobdehaas6482 Před rokem

    Bravo m8! Happy to hear you’ll be working on projects you’ll actually enjoy doing

  • @SupaTima
    @SupaTima Před rokem

    Astonishing work!!!

  • @w123h
    @w123h Před 10 měsíci

    Nice work! Great respect from Germany.

  • @rodrigomujica3512
    @rodrigomujica3512 Před 9 měsíci

    Well done mate!! Inspiring …I am dealing with mine two..😢hope the owner is happy

  • @braydenboles7162
    @braydenboles7162 Před rokem

    The car looks absolutely amazing, it’s good to hear your putting an original front fender on the car. Not only will it be stronger and the fit-ment will be better it is meant for that car! I’ve never had much luck with aftermarket with any vehicle

  • @SanadWORLD1
    @SanadWORLD1 Před rokem

    Good job from a good man for a legendary car. I like the one man show you do. Regards from Jordan

  • @dominonyc
    @dominonyc Před rokem

    Oh boy! After watching I think I’m going to scrap my 230c project 😂
    Amazing job and please don’t give up on W123.
    Cheers

  • @douglasthompson9482
    @douglasthompson9482 Před 9 měsíci

    A tremendous amount of time and work. A beautiful car for sure.

  • @MAG-1234
    @MAG-1234 Před rokem

    I feel for you man! I'm in the process of rebuilding 2 Chevrolet S10 trucks and the list never seems to end. Fix one problem, 3 more turn up. Keep moving forward and great work!!!

  • @1leggeddog
    @1leggeddog Před rokem +2

    Brilliant work as always.
    Ok, so taking on this project may have been a mistake but like you said, it was a great learning experience.
    Great job!

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Thanks K M! And absolutely. It's the definition of bittersweet when I think about it!

  • @datboi8140
    @datboi8140 Před rokem +3

    You could post alot of this series on TikTok. It would bring alot of new viewers to your channel. You could even hire someone to do it for you since I know you're busy. You deserve the views, give it a try

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +3

      I actually have someone on this for me, but there have been a few delays. A great idea none the less cheers Datboi!

  • @Prah123
    @Prah123 Před rokem +2

    congratulations

  • @kermitefrog64
    @kermitefrog64 Před rokem

    Nice looking rebuild. They are a bit of work but they are an excellent car. I have a 1981 Mercedes W123 240d with a 4 speed manual transmission. This car is 41 years old but the engineering of these cars is incredible. Even at its age it is by far the best built car I have ever had. I still see these cars on the road in our small community of 65,000 in the south end of the San Joaquin Valley of California.

  • @Imperial215
    @Imperial215 Před rokem

    Awesome work!

  • @TheNorthernmunky
    @TheNorthernmunky Před rokem

    Awesome job

  • @willemp6432
    @willemp6432 Před rokem +1

    I think you are forgetting some thing very important. We have enjoyed watching you do this Merc and I have grown fond of that car and are very pleased you finished it. Thanks for that..

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Thanks Willem, a good reminder that something good came from this haha.

  • @Pedro5antos_
    @Pedro5antos_ Před rokem

    AWESOME! Congrats on the perfect job, mate

  • @alfredrondorf8717
    @alfredrondorf8717 Před 6 měsíci

    Really , a beautiful W 123 🥰🥰🥰💥

  • @dazt103
    @dazt103 Před rokem

    Well done than man 👏 You should be given medal 🏅

  • @-Loki--
    @-Loki-- Před rokem

    It's a beautiful car, the owner should consider himself extremely lucky to have put this car into your hands. I would have paid you considerably more than any Initial estimates, and been very happy to do so.

  • @F0XD1E
    @F0XD1E Před rokem

    Can't believe you dropped the engine in yourself. What a madlad.
    Also shocked the glass seals weren't completely dry rotted.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Cheers Tommy! I know, I thought I was going to have to find new ones, but after a clean up they genuinely feel brand new. Great quality.

  • @richie9777
    @richie9777 Před rokem

    You should be proud! Fantastic job. I hope the owner pays you handsomely

  • @theschnurrbart2260
    @theschnurrbart2260 Před rokem

    i remember when i started watching you in my summer holidays in and seeing you starting this project funny to see that i finished school and started to study an youre still on the merc haha

  • @SampleT3xT_
    @SampleT3xT_ Před rokem

    This is getting existing bro ❤❤❤

  • @GalvanizedGreatness
    @GalvanizedGreatness Před rokem

    Its amazing how long it’s actually need I hadn’t realized it’s been two years since the start

  • @DashDrones
    @DashDrones Před rokem +2

    Cannot wait, gonna watch it slow so it lasts longer 🤣😎👍

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      I can only imagine how mental that would look and sound haha

  • @WARXion
    @WARXion Před rokem

    "for my first customer car, I took on a coupé that the world #1 guru wouldn't restore"
    What a job mate, congrats on becoming the #2 guru then I guess.

  • @malcolmlane-ley2044
    @malcolmlane-ley2044 Před rokem +4

    Well done, I hope those lessons you learned didn't cost you too much in addition to all the time.

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +2

      Oh it did Malcolm, but you live and learn! Cheers.

  • @damarwirawan1348
    @damarwirawan1348 Před rokem

    when a lesson will lesson you forever. you know something just gone wrong.

  • @rodrigomujica3512
    @rodrigomujica3512 Před 9 měsíci

    Congrats !!!!🎉

  • @jacqueshenriot8949
    @jacqueshenriot8949 Před rokem

    very very nice job. congrats !

  • @54mgtf22
    @54mgtf22 Před rokem

    Love your work 👍

  • @andunabu3238
    @andunabu3238 Před rokem

    You did well. I’m a businessman but no lawyer. Always get a contact and always make sure it is clear what is agreed.
    Have a variation or get out clause that if you run into additional work there needs to be an agreement for those additional costs.
    Don’t be a busy fool.
    But we’ll done, excellent work!

  • @rodrigomujica3512
    @rodrigomujica3512 Před rokem

    Great Job. I have one myself !!! But to do this is far from my capacities… brilliant work .. hies from Chile 🇨🇱

  • @art7727
    @art7727 Před rokem +2

    Very good work!!

  • @ezequielsilva2709
    @ezequielsilva2709 Před rokem +3

    Ótimo trabalho 👏👏

  • @robertsalanon2909
    @robertsalanon2909 Před 2 měsíci

    Belle remise en état !! Felicitations ...

  • @sonyhk3824
    @sonyhk3824 Před rokem

    Congratulations, you doing awesome 👍. Cheers man

  • @davebuts1921
    @davebuts1921 Před rokem +1

    Great work mate.

  • @felixschaefer3905
    @felixschaefer3905 Před rokem

    Oh nice thats the new Mercedes W23 😁

  • @TheSadButMadLad
    @TheSadButMadLad Před rokem

    The owner should be very happy to get such a good looking car at the end of all the work.

  • @jf1189
    @jf1189 Před rokem

    beautifull car . I have the same colour, but a 300D and sedan. It was dads . What disturbs mevery much are the white wall tires. That is 50 ties American, and looks very much off on a classic German car of the seventies and eighties .. Anyhow.. be proud !

  • @TheDazzaroo
    @TheDazzaroo Před rokem +1

    Nice job budd keep up the great work 👍👏😎

  • @andrewedwards6548
    @andrewedwards6548 Před rokem +2

    About time you finished a job haha! 🤣 hopefully you won't be as stress now this is getting done! 😊 great work as always 👏

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Tell me about it dude... I just can't wait to post for episodes on things i'm genuinely excited about!

    • @andrewedwards6548
      @andrewedwards6548 Před rokem

      @@RestoreIt good to hear. Wish you well for the future

  • @mihai-alexandrudzubaila585

    Nothing good came out of being comfortable! You did an awesome job and you should be proud of it. Just because you started with a hard customer job doesn’t mean that you should give up… yes it took 5 months but it was definitely worth it!

  • @MrHBSoftware
    @MrHBSoftware Před rokem

    And now you still have to basically warranty the entire car since you disassembled and reassembled almost everything, if something stops working within 2 years the customer will blame it on you and demand you fix it...welcome the marvelous world of auto mechanics. He wont care if you took 3 times the time you estimated or that you got the quote too low etc they never do

  • @crowlord
    @crowlord Před rokem +1

    That colour is beautiful

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem

      It's nice, but I prefer them in a light blue!

  • @houseofno
    @houseofno Před rokem

    Mercedes continuing to support cars FORTY YEARS after the end of production is impressive. Contrast that with BMW, who started to NLA (No Longer Available) BMW E32 (1988 to 1994 BMW 2nd generation 7 series) as soon as just FOUR years after the E32's end of production in April 1994. I'm still solidly in the BMW camp, but still, I find that level of support for legacy products impressive. Among the parts support BMW bricked was the SLS rear shocks (a company is Norway rebuilds these for around $500 per side) while the control diaphragm is completely NLA from anywhere (the company that built these was bought out by another company, and the parent company finally nixed production of replacement parts about ten years ago).

  • @AllTorque
    @AllTorque Před rokem +2

    Looking forward to this one!! better get a beer ... you are making me want to buy an old merc for my channel I have to say. Awesome things!!

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Whatever you do, don't get a coupe! :D

    • @AllTorque
      @AllTorque Před rokem

      @@RestoreIt Hahahaha ... unfortunately that EXACTLY what I would get ... then bring it up to you as you're now the expert hahaha!

  • @jacobusenmez8506
    @jacobusenmez8506 Před rokem

    I’m happy for you 😊

  • @BK-mh3jg
    @BK-mh3jg Před rokem +1

    W123 coupe was my best car I ever owned

    • @RestoreIt
      @RestoreIt  Před rokem +1

      Great car, just a pain to restore these days!

  • @pascaljeske7307
    @pascaljeske7307 Před rokem

    It's a very nice Car Love it and Love the Video 👍❤️👍🌹

  • @serranoetreinta2887
    @serranoetreinta2887 Před rokem +1

    Finally!!!

  • @XWA2203
    @XWA2203 Před rokem

    Nice built! But you put the steering wheel on the wrong side 😉 Greetings from the home country of Mercedes!

  • @larrysorenson4789
    @larrysorenson4789 Před rokem

    A dark brown Wilton carpet set would really have set the interior apart from the herd.

  • @bobjoncas2814
    @bobjoncas2814 Před rokem +1

    LOOKIN' GOOD, KEEP SAFE...

  • @stephencrozier396
    @stephencrozier396 Před rokem

    I think this job has been far harder than we the viewers can appreciate! That said the owner should be pleased with the finished car and what's been achieved within his budget. I myself have missed the regular content of this channel as its one of my favourite! Will there be more regular content now you are back on the BMW's?

  • @punelopepunstop5515
    @punelopepunstop5515 Před rokem

    Woot! Break out the champagne!!!

  • @firemanjeffgg2440
    @firemanjeffgg2440 Před rokem +2

    I know it took you longer than what you wanted but you did that Merc right.

  • @188ours
    @188ours Před 11 měsíci

    Holy shit my grand father had a the exact same car in pristine condition. One of my uncle have it now didn't knew it was rare !

  • @kaganyaman2157
    @kaganyaman2157 Před rokem +1

    very good

  • @thetruthshallsetyoufreejoh8859

    well done to you buddy

  • @xg5zm
    @xg5zm Před rokem +1

    You should install a vapor barrier behind the door card. I kniw nothing about this cars, but pretty sure it came with one from the factory. Otherwise the door car cloud get dump and then ruined.

  • @peterwarner8541
    @peterwarner8541 Před rokem

    When you’re in hell keep going! Great job getting through it. I’ll be glad to see the back of the merc too. Maybe get yourself a Vapor blaster and offer parts cleaning as one of your services going forward.