Resurrecting Luxury: The Mercedes 450 SEL Restoration by Alcalà Technology
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- Get ready for the ultimate cinematic spectacle! Join us as we bring you an extraordinary tale that encapsulates the essence of Alcala Technology's CZcams channel. This exclusive full-length movie is a thrilling compilation of the incredible journey of a classic Mercedes-Benz, traversing time and continents. From the bustling streets of Macau to the tranquil roads of Girona, Spain, this iconic automobile's story is a testament to passion, dedication, and the art of restoration.
This movie isn't just about cars; it's about dreams realized, history preserved, and the enduring love for vintage automobiles. It's a cinematic experience that will leave you captivated from start to finish, and here's what you can expect:
Chapter 1: The Transcontinental Odyssey (Recap)
We revisit the epic voyage of our Mercedes-Benz, paying homage to its rich history and the incredible journey it embarked on to reach Girona. This is a tale of international connections, personal attachments, and the allure of classic cars.
Chapter 2: The Restoration Chronicles (Recap)
Discover the meticulous craftsmanship that went into breathing new life into our vintage Mercedes-Benz. Our experts showcase their skills, revealing the transformation from a worn-out relic to a pristine masterpiece. It's a story of resurrection that's bound to leave you in awe.
Chapter 3: The Heartfelt Farewell (Recap)
Experience the emotional farewell as we bid adieu to the Mercedes-Benz at Girona customs. This is where precision meets sentiment, as we carefully prepare the fully restored car for its voyage back home to Macau. It's a moment that encapsulates our unwavering commitment to preserving automotive heritage.
Chapter 4: Beyond the Restoration
But the surprises don't stop there! Throughout the film, you'll encounter guest appearances by renowned car collectors, enthusiasts, and even a few unexpected twists. We offer you a peek behind the scenes into the art of automotive restoration and share the passion that drives us every day.
"Restoring the Past, Shipping the Future: Mercedes-Benz Odyssey from Macau to Girona" is more than a movie; it's an unforgettable journey through time and across continents. It's an opportunity to be part of a global community that celebrates the enduring beauty of classic cars. Subscribe, share, and immerse yourself in this remarkable tale because, when history meets the present, magic happens, and you won't want to miss a single moment.
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CZcams recommended your video to me (first time I have watched your channel) and it was such a beautiful experience from start to finish. The love you both have between father and son, and it's very clear to see that your workforce are a 'family' as well. The MB 450SEL is one of my most favourite cars, I'm not sure if it is the 6.9 version, as that is my ultimate dream car to own some day :) When I get mine, and I need it restoring, I'll be giving you guys a call :) PS - fantastic work by the videographer and the choice of music was perfect as well. I give you all 15 out of 10!!!
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the 6,9 has black valve covers
I would give them 100 out of 10...but 15 is also nice...don't get me wrong...😉😉👍👍
This channel will be the best period
That's what can be called the proper recycling. We don't need new cars, we just need to restore the gems like this one. Well done 👍
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Restorations to this level are actually much more work than the original car production where parts are picked & fitted. Restorations require all the parts removed, cleaned, repaired, repainted, reupholstered, rewired, replaced then refitted. It’s a labour of love.
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@@alcalatechnologyHello to the friends who are doing a good job from Istanbul, Turkey,
@@alcalatechnology I have a 1994 E200 Mercedes with an M111 engine.
A new restoration was carried out.
@@alcalatechnology If I buy another mercedes, I'd like to bring it to you.(For Mercedes E200)
I have never witnessed a restoration like this before. You guys are incredible. Enjoyed watching every minute of it.
@@alcalatechnologyhow can you be contacted?
@@alcalatechnology thanks . I'll be in contact
Yes it's unbelievable
Simply amazing. Incidentally, the Mercedes of the 1960s- 1980s were built so well
What an incredible job. A real pleasure to watch! Well done. VERY IMPRESSIVE!!! I would love to have you do a car for me.
Dear Alcala friends, as a 70+ years old German who now lives in the USA this video makes me happy & proud as I drove this car around in 1970's Berlin, Germany and all over Europe as a young entrepreneur.
I'm very impressed with your crews knowledge & dedication ... and adding to it Manel's confidence and explanations are excellent. You are beautifully organized and the video is very well done. Thank you all and good luck for the future.
Que pasada de restauración y ver como evoluciona el proyecto. El mimo por el detalle y la calidad de trabajo de todo el equipo. Felicitaros también por la grabación y producción del video, nos hace ver el proceso tan al detalle, casi parece uno estar allí con vosotros echando un cable 😅. Saludos cordiales 👏
Do you mean this actual car?
I can understand you ^^ i'm from 1977 , growin in Algiers (Algeria) now i'm in Belgium , that mercedes was the must the best luxury car at that time better than the heavy rolls royce !
PS : I love Germany , i worked all over that country for severals years , essen achen coln berlin dusseldorf bayern munich etc lol , i dont speak German but in Germany it's very easy to talk in english ^^
Grettings from Belgium (Mons) :)
This Merc can run for another century+ 👍🏿
Not really with this dodgy patches 😢
If I won the lottery, I would not go on a crazy holiday, would not buy fancy clothes or gadgets, or buy an obscene mansion. I would buy a classic car (most likely a Mercedes Benz R129 SL600) and send it Alcala Technology to lovingly restore no expense spared. That was absolutely stunning to watch, you’ve essential made that car like “new”. You are preserving history. Well done!
Thank you for your words! Really apreciate them! 🙏
I think the best part was the enormous hug from your dad at the end. It’s easy to tell how much he loves you and how proud he is of you. Ohh, and the car came out just perfect. Cheers, Stuart 🇦🇺
Manel, da gusto ver talleres españoles trabajando tan bien en proyectos de coches clásicos.
Genial la idea de crear un canal para mostrar a gente de habla inglesa lo bien que hacemos las cosas aquí, en España.
¡Enhorabuena!
Muchas gracias por tus palabras, espero que te guste el contenido de los siguientes proyectos!
Who needs Stuttgart? Spain has the Passion! Compliments.
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Best restoration videos on CZcams.
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These gentlemen are craftsmen in the true sense of the word.
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After sitting through the entire video, there's only one word which comes to my mind - Wow!!! Your workmanship is truly incredible!!
Thank you for your words, by heart,we really appreciate 🙏🏻
It’s an absolute pleasure watching such talented and dedicated people complete this project. Well done to the owner or whoever was responsible for gathering such people together. The detail and lack of compromise is rare to see.
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Never seen a perfect precise work like this before in my entire life .. greetings from Egypt 🇪🇬
Thanks for your words,we really appreciate it 🙏🏻
تحية لمصر ام الدنيا ..الله يحفظكم يارب 💐🤲🏻
The 450 SEL must be one off the best Mercedes Benz cars ever this one is stunning
Incredible workmanship. Beautiful result. Keep these videos coming.
They hide work
Respect from Scotland. Exceptional finishing on this Mercedes Benz. 👏
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Jamás había visto una restauración de este tipo. Verdaderamente lo mejor que he visto. Volvió a salir de la agencia con 0 kms ese auto. Precioso y fantástico 😍😍😍😍
Qué envidia ser el dueño de ese auto.
Muchas gracias 😊
That Benz looks AWESOME. It is enough to make a grown man cry.
😍😍
Wish you get more clients like this with amazing taste and hopefully a 6.9 the king of the 70s
Cada vez que veo un video vuestro ,me quedo con la boca abierta. Muy buena la producción. Si algún día tengo un clasico, ya sé a donde llevarlo.
Muchísimas gracias!!
This Merc can run for another century
Yes! And runs super smooth!
It takes some serious knowledge to perform such restoration. Well done folks
Thank you for your words.
I think what struck me the most is that although it's an old car (maybe 1979,1980?), the cleanliness of your workshop - not just clean, GLEAMING - and the quiet, efficient, experienced, technicians with all the right tools and equipment and a lot of know how - plus quite evidently a SUPER well organised plan/process - not to mention the movie level quality of videography and editing - gave the whole thing an almost surreal feel of a team of surgeons operating on a magnificent old beast on the edge of extinction. And that bit by bit, his life signs stabilise until eventually he emerges not just with a new heart and new knees, but also a nose job, tummy tuck, skin peel, hair transplant, eye lift and teeth polished - as well as a full day at the spa being oiled, massaged and moisturised, nose hairs and eyebrows tidied, mani/pedi, shaved (in places where you both can - and can't - see!) - and sent out into the world with a clean bill of health and a haircut, new suit, shoes, spectacles and watch😂❤
You just wrote the formula for my makeover going into the new year 😊
@@sprezzatura8755 I always feel like Salieri compared to Mozart - cursed with knowing what to do but not the means to implement it🤗 Anyway, anyone with the art of looking "put together" - but not too tidily, as if effortlessly - in your handle might seem not to need it! And one wonders who the other 8754 people with that quality are - there may not even be that many on the planet!🇮🇹😎
Thank you for saving this nice peace of car history !!! Greetings from Germany
Good Lord! What a car. Beautiful restored
I love watching restoring/resurrecting videos of cars and this is the only one yet which i have not jumped or forwarded even once ( enjoyed every moment of 36 minutes). 👍
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Great work made in Spain. Good people.
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After owning a 1980 Mercedes S-Class, I knew the car inside and out. They were extremely well-made cars, and greatly appreciated mine. Today, I know the current owner who has restored it. Driving it when fully restored, the S-class commands attention.
Enjoy it! Thanks for watching!
Me ha faltado ver como arrancaba esa joya,impresionante trabajo!
Gracias por ver nuestros vídeos, esto fue grabado hace tiempo y no teníamos de los recursos que tenemos ahora, para los siguientes los escucharéis
Attention to detail is second to none. I can see you and your team put your heart and soul into this project well done.
For a HK customer to ship this from Macau all the way to Spain - can only mean your reputation for restoring MB of this era must be unmatched.
We really love our job, and we give all our passion to them. For customers the best is the transparency of our work and processes.
Thanks for watching!
Dear Alcala friends, I from Jakarta, Indonesia..fabulous job guys...hopefully someday I can fly to reach your outstanding workshop & buy one of your masterpiece work project...
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Even Mercedes is proud of what u did with this car well done mate.
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Impresionante trabajo… gracias por el vídeo!!!
Gracias por tu apoyo!
You guys are the ultimate car restorers. You really know your stuff and you do it right. How much does such a restoration cost and how long does it take?
Proper restauration for a proper Mercedes .. love every second of the video !
Thank you! 🙏🏻
I know that if and when my Mercedes 450 S L C needs restoration work this is where it’s going.
These guys know what they’re doing, are extremely professional going about it . Congratulations on such a job well done.
Thank you very much Eric. Here we will be to help you!
Really enjoy the 'pace' of these 'programmes' - no waffle voiceovers; great momentum - a joy to watch. And a fabulous end result.
Never seen restoration of this caliber before. This is sheer brilliance. I’m amazed.
Thank you for enjoy it as much as we do! 🙏🏻
Not only is your renovation/rehabilitation/restoration methodology and process outcome literally a work of art, but so is your visual representation of the meticulous E2E process…👏
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A dry ice blaster is frankly genius. This car looks gorgeous. Presumably you re-ran all the lines and put in a new wiring harness too?
Yes! All new! Thanks for follow!
Truly fantastic. The entire restoration blew me away, but the way you were able to recreate the classic Mercedes upholstery was truly amazing. You have a got a new subscriber and I will be looking forward to more. Cheers!
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YOU ARE ARTISTS!!!
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Suberb job done by professionals...Not even a dirty hand or nail!
Impresionante trabajo e impresionante vídeo.
Enhorabuena.
I remember seeing a 350SE in the shpwroom for the 1st time as a young boy. It was metallic bronze and the price was $15000. I wished I could buy it for my father who had a much older Benz at the time.
Both the restoration and the video was excellent. It was only that good because you and the your team are obviously very proud your work.Your father is so proud of you❤.
May this channel inspire other to follow what they are passionate about. I wish you all the best.
What a car, what a job, masterpiece
Thank you!
Verdaderos artistas, restaurando una obra de arte.
Saludos desde Murcia.
Muchas gracias maestro! 👌🏻
I’m amazed by your ability to restore this car to a level that equals or arguably surpasses how the car was when it rolled off the assembly line. Many of the w116 chassis parts are no longer available, so you are actually reproducing the quality and craftsmanship that would otherwise get lost to time. Great video!
@@alcalatechnology keep it at and thanks for sharing your work with us!
I truly enjoy watching the magnificent transformation of a classic Mercedes Benz. Great work and thank you.
Best car ever made, in my opinion, and incredibly underappreciated.
This is the work of artisans, man. Thanks for sharing it.
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From Saudi Arabia ❤ big thanks
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I thought about the newer cars, and then I thought about my W210 with 428k km on it - I would love to do a restoration on it similar to this. Very very interesting and satisfying to watch. They do not make these cars like that any more. W124 and W126 were the last of this era. W116 is an extra treat to see in this condition - and of all places, coming from and going back to Macau. Thank you for this presentation.
me gusta más, ver vuestros vídeos, que ver una película!!
No sabes lo feliz que me hace leer esto! Muchas gracias por tus palabras y espero que disfrutes de todo lo que se viene!
EXCELLENT WORKMANSHIP ON ONE OF M/BENZ'S FINEST CARS. WELL DONE😎‼‼‼
Amazing restoration. The dry ice cleaning in particular is unbelievable. Impeccable attention to detail.
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You're doing amazing job. It would be cool to see extra acoustic/noise treatment to your projects (cabin, roof, doors, floor..) and sound (multimedia) system upgrades 👍
Wonderful video of this restoration. That 450 SEL was (is) such a high quality car. I find it quite sad that even Daimler Benz has chosen to back away from producing the best automobiles possible. Great to see the Alcala team performing such impressive work on this icon of Mercedes engineering. Regards from Los Angeles.
This is exactly what i want for my Mercedes W124 restoration to new and hopefully make it my new hobby. Buy and restore for my collection
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You didn’t make it new, you made it better than new!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
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The new interior color is a huge improve over the original--nice choice! You guys did a great job on this restoration.
At last on CZcams, people who really know what they are doing, instead of jumped up car washers claiming their expensive shampoo and polish is a ‘restoration’!
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Well, you might stop brushing rusted parts and get some decent sandblasting equipment. Because that looks a bit unprofessional.
For your knowledge, sandblasting is removing/deforming the surface of the part that you are restoring, and giving a really ugly shape to the metal.
Of course, for those who want to earn money for it and make it quick, paint on tom and maybe noone will know the status of it, is correct. NOT for us.
Thank you 🤝🏼
@@alcalatechnology I was not talking about doors and bonnets, there it's surely not the right procedure. But for suspension parts or for example the brake disc back covers that doesn't really matter. And there, if you're just brushing them, you still have small rust nests in small cavities which are not being removed and lead to new rust pretty soon. From my experience...
Thank you! 🙏🏻
It has a Macau's Portuguese era taxi permit plate with only one "M", so it was a taxi/hotel car service, ohh and the Alfa....lovely and Portuguese tags too. Awesome video, great work.
Amazing, beautiful work. The 450sel is probably one of the most iconic sedans ever produced.
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Magnificent job. Magnificent model of Mercedes-Benz. Your mechanics and technicians should work for NASA! I think that's the most impressive restoration/renewal I have ever seen. Thanks...
Yous guys are just amazing. I thoroughly enjoy watching what you do to those cars. Complete perfectionists, well done!
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I love the quality of colour
True passion=amazing result
Despite all the immaculate work what brought joy to my heart was the fact you replaced the new wheels to the original ones. When I am 65 I will come to your garage so you can make me 19 again! Congratulations on a superb job :)
Hahaha! You're a legend! Thanks for watching us!
Gran trabajo, gusta ver que haya profesionales tan buenos por nuestra zona de Girona 🙌
¡Hola! Tengo exactamente el mismo coche en Málaga. Algún día os llamaré, ¡vaya trabajado!
You guys are true artists. What you did is simply amazing ❤
Thank you! 🙏
I wish my Volvo 780 Bertone could look like this. There are things that are best left to the professionals like the leather job and paint job. I could restore the engine to factory spec again and all the mechanical parts, paint the undercoating, and fix the rust, but the paint and leather is very difficult. What an amazing job.
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I have one of those 1988 780 Bertone and it is a wonderful car
Actually it is being restored right now in Kuwait and should be ready in a month or so. Parts for it are extremely rare and cost an arm and a leg. Can't wait to drive it around once it is finished
Great to see such a professional refurb. Amazing work guys!
Thank you Peter!
Absolutely insanely good!!! Love your work!
An incredible and stunning restoration of such a great car. And this video is so great to watch - you guys are wonderful! I had one when I was in my late 20's a dark walnut brown 1980 450SEL. Seeing this restoration reminds me of how the 450SEL was and is such a truly remarkable car!!
Thank you! 🙏
Better quality than today’s Mercedes. 👍🏻🏴
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@@alcalatechnology Thank you. My pleasure.
Alcala. El Mercedes quedo espectacular
Gracias paco! 🫡
Fantastic work guys , and I love the way you take care of people's property too . 👍👍
What can one say? I was blown away by this Magnificent transformation! Awesome workmanship, your guys are truly an amazing asset to this craft!!! If only there were more of you restoring all the wonderful cars that are rusting away. I’m looking forward to the next one. Thank You
car looks insanely good in bright daylight, inspiring restauration! well done
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You are some serious artists. Wow, sharp crew.
Thank you! 🙏🏻
Great video, brilliant work, I especially loved the interior getting done top work. Only one mistake guys, you should have videoed the first start up after the engine rebuild. Anyway hello from Ireland 🇮🇪 ☘️🇪🇸❤
Great jop were is youer Adrese and location please
Please come restore my Alfa Romeo! I love the 450s series of that Era ! Can't wait for the Alfa! Beautiful work, amazing!
Das ist eine hervorragende Restaurierung.
Danke!
Good Lord! What a beauty! Money is good, I tell you. That is what I call living.
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I just dicovered you guys, fantastic work on this classic Benz, keep up the quality work and videos.. sub from me ! Cheers.
This is incredible ! Never really been a Mercedes fan but this car i can appreciate, I'd own this in a heartbeat. The workmanship is unlike anything I've seen before, truly stunning.
The colour exterior/interior combination is perfect.
Would have loved to have seen a small video of the owner receiving it and his reaction. I think I'd cry if it was me lol.
Well done on a fantastic restoration.
You have accomplished the near impossible. I don't think even the Merz factory could do this.
Keep the dreams alive! Bravo!
Everything is precise resembles in a proper way. Good job!
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Great job!! Congratulations!! this kind of cars must be saved!!! Bye from Italy!!!
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Nice work. How much did this restoration? To this car please
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*New Subscriber* : This was great : a project from start to finish; nice to see an engine rebuild and taking the time to film the block levelling (no other channel does that); nice to see actual metalwork being done (more of that please !); and then the full re assembly is very satisfying to watch. You have a great, spacious, well lit garage and that makes it enjoyable to watch. *Shout out* to your video/ editing team. They really did produce a cinematic result ( nice to see good lighting as so many rival channels never think to use good lighting ). And the music was perfect to convey a sense of urgency, progress, and your team's energy. You will have 100,000 subscribers in no time, and many more after that ! The MB W116 is my favourite make/ model. One day I will have one. Greetings from prague, CZ. Looking forward to more of your content. A big well done to your team !
That was sooo satisfying to watch. Great job! 👍🏻
Thank you! 👌🏼
This is exactly what loving cars really means.
Yes! 🙏🏻
Absolutely beautiful work,,,,,, I wish I still had my 300 td wagon or my 72, 6.3 ,,,, Big Mercs are the best….
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These guys should visit Mercedes and teach them how to build the new ones. This car is a real Mercedes.
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Великолепная работа. Без стеснения можно сказать идеально. Люди которые не любят машины,такого сделать не могут.
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Amaizing Result, everybody see, that you and your crew loves this work.
Greatings, Tom from Germany
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This car is well worth the effort to do well.
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Benz is the greatest......the world should know....greetings from Jamaica 🇯🇲