Detailing Transformation of a 40 YEAR OLD MERCEDES W123

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  • čas přidán 9. 02. 2021
  • Over Christmas I purchased a classic Mercedes. A 30-hour detail to bring back it's former glory should do the trick, right?
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  • @mikemakboul4409
    @mikemakboul4409 Před 3 lety +1750

    Anyone that saves a W123 is a hero

  • @_BAD_MERC_
    @_BAD_MERC_ Před 3 lety +520

    You owe nobody an apology. That transformation was outstanding. That Benz clearly shows decades of neglect and you were able to bring her back to glory with some love. I think the results are as good as they'll ever be!! Thumbs up!

  • @stuartstaples5859
    @stuartstaples5859 Před 3 lety +273

    Love how ego free this is. Just a guy with some skills, loads of graft and a very realistic grasp on improving a cars appearance. Great work, and great video

  • @fahyforever
    @fahyforever Před 3 lety +235

    For a guy doing this on his own.
    Really well shot
    Good Music
    The outcome was astonishing.
    Sam you put in work Legit.

  • @David-di1gs
    @David-di1gs Před 3 lety +462

    The production quality for a channel with 3k subs is incredible. Love the w123 too, check for rust behind those chrome wheels arches

    • @boilerhousegarage
      @boilerhousegarage Před 3 lety +1

      I agree, but most of the videos are so short.

    • @waldi2302
      @waldi2302 Před 3 lety +4

      That was my first thought too.
      I had a 81 230E Automatic one of the best cars I ever owned.

    • @samsdetailinguk
      @samsdetailinguk  Před 3 lety +7

      Thanks for the kind words, David!

  • @dj_deepstate
    @dj_deepstate Před 2 lety +9

    whenever I see someone treat an old car with respect and admiration especially old Mercs, I get emotional (wipes off a tear). May you live a long and happy life.

  • @hislatestflame7861
    @hislatestflame7861 Před 3 lety +21

    Give this man his own tv series. Excellent job.

  • @OpViken
    @OpViken Před 2 lety +1

    That cinematography at the end is beyond 🔥

  • @benofthenorthuk
    @benofthenorthuk Před 3 lety +86

    The stance this car has is great - love these old mercs, the suit that look

    • @johnmoruzzi7236
      @johnmoruzzi7236 Před 3 lety +1

      Nah....

    • @ezrabegin8234
      @ezrabegin8234 Před 3 lety +6

      @@johnmoruzzi7236 it looks clean AF

    • @pratikvyas9626
      @pratikvyas9626 Před 3 lety +2

      nah dude his stance on that hood is much better with them knees balancing on that hood edge head-diving into the bay like a Kung-Fu Fkin Panda!

    • @dorkusamoungus
      @dorkusamoungus Před 2 lety

      @@pratikvyas9626 ahh a panda!!! now that was funny !!!!

  • @scotsmun
    @scotsmun Před 3 lety +83

    I just spent 20 minutes watching a guy detail an old merc ... great video Sam, thanks for making it and putting the effort not only into the detailing but into the editing and music. 20 minutes well spent. keep them coming .....thank you

  • @Lifeonthecourt
    @Lifeonthecourt Před 3 lety +24

    Can’t believe the production quality. Awesome job!

  • @user-mt6fl3kq4f
    @user-mt6fl3kq4f Před 7 měsíci +1

    Perfect interpretation of the rebirth of the old car style

  • @Patman2608
    @Patman2608 Před 3 lety +25

    After watching this video, I’m subscribed. Love the older Mercedes

  • @popeyethejdmmini8817
    @popeyethejdmmini8817 Před 3 lety +164

    This makes a refreshing change from all the up their own arse detailers on CZcams, good job

  • @helmutswetglanz2590
    @helmutswetglanz2590 Před 2 lety +1

    Saving these old timers is a pleasure

  • @57northphoto32
    @57northphoto32 Před 3 lety +1

    No need for any apologies, that old Merc looks amazing, you’ve saved her 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻.

  • @davidbogdan969
    @davidbogdan969 Před 3 lety +28

    Great job! For those born in the 80's, it's one of the childhood's cars. I'm from Bucharest Romania, and there is a lady who owns one the same color, but it's completely new and mint condition. When she drives it in weekends, it looks like she just came from the dealership.

  • @vijaykumarwali7509
    @vijaykumarwali7509 Před 3 lety +8

    Production of this video deserves an A+

  • @xali2008
    @xali2008 Před 3 lety +17

    man your camera work and editing are like a pro, better than most channels with million subs.

    • @mohamedelfoly8080
      @mohamedelfoly8080 Před 2 lety

      اى يسطا بتشكك في قدراتي . انا التوب

  • @voodoogames9897
    @voodoogames9897 Před 3 lety +55

    I wish i could do a full restoration of my father's w123 she has a lot of rust but the engine runs perfectly. BTW NICE JOB i realy like it i hope to keep this car for ever!!!!

    • @demazejr
      @demazejr Před 3 lety +3

      Please do it if you can...this car is so beautiful, save it! For your father, for us 🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷🇧🇷

  • @y0u5uf
    @y0u5uf Před 3 lety +73

    Hats off to whoever did the videoing and editing.. The Detailing was great also.. Great production. I've seen much bigger channels with nothing close to this.. Nice work Sam and team.. Subbed!

  • @timothymarcus1935
    @timothymarcus1935 Před 3 lety

    the guy behind the camera hands down THE BEST!

  • @Audittr2108
    @Audittr2108 Před 3 lety +17

    Coolest thing about the car was the Laker Airways sticker!

  • @thengine
    @thengine Před 3 lety +12

    I loved "It is what it is" bit😂😂

  • @stephenramnanan259
    @stephenramnanan259 Před 3 lety +7

    Dude the final job outstanding, the model of the car and stance of the car priceless

  • @Beingapolymath
    @Beingapolymath Před rokem

    A Benz is always a Benz. A class above everything else. What a beauty. Such dedication in your work. Take a bow son.

  • @mostchilldude
    @mostchilldude Před 3 lety +20

    the w123 is such an underrated chassis

  • @ryanmatts264
    @ryanmatts264 Před 3 lety +18

    Great job Sam, well put together video as well man. Credit to the guys & girls at HQ. As usual I love the honesty and raw passion with no BS. We don’t live in a perfect world, so it can’t always be perfect. Just got to work with what you’ve got. You didn’t hide away from refurbishing the alloys yourself, you did what we all do and broke out the rattle cans. Kudos my man on a great vid and project! Results speak for themselves, you’ve given that car a lease of life. I look forward to the rest 🙌🏼🙌🏼

  • @daveblack5109
    @daveblack5109 Před 3 lety +5

    Can't believe how good you got this to look without paint, Credit to you.

  • @alexandranicolae5079
    @alexandranicolae5079 Před 2 lety +2

    Quite literally the best Mercedes ever made, and you managed to restore its charm. Big up!

  • @tonysmith3475
    @tonysmith3475 Před 3 lety +49

    Liked and subbed - for me, that’s probably one of the best produced/edited, visually appealing and transformative vids I’ve seen on here. The hard work that’s gone into the car really comes through at the end - thanks for showing the process Sam and good luck with the rest!👍

    • @stephanielongden597
      @stephanielongden597 Před 3 lety +1

      Me too and completely agree with Tony Smith and everyone else who posted a positive comment.

  • @everpolo6n295
    @everpolo6n295 Před 3 lety +4

    Gotta love Sam probably one of the nicest blokes in the uk car scene 🙌🏽

  • @javierrodriguez2863
    @javierrodriguez2863 Před 5 měsíci

    Can't imagine how hard it is with cold weather and you out there, great job!

  • @DrVinylBcn
    @DrVinylBcn Před 3 lety

    I think the key of this channel it's the music, super good selection

  • @allancfc2818
    @allancfc2818 Před 3 lety +25

    I swear this channel will be BIG in the near future. Enjoy the vibes, story-telling, and story-boards.

  • @carlbmedia2964
    @carlbmedia2964 Před 3 lety +59

    1 person who loves there job and a passion for what they do to me is brilliant, I’d daily that no problem 😎🤙

  • @cjjohnson3939
    @cjjohnson3939 Před 3 lety

    Doin' the old girl proud! She looks good in that bagged stance too 👌🏼 old mercedes are so rad.

  • @leohagan
    @leohagan Před rokem

    Just wonderful...you have given me a new appreciation of 80s Mercs.

  • @johnnewton1540
    @johnnewton1540 Před 3 lety +12

    Awesome effort mate and a huge amount of labour on your part. Its always hard to know when to stop as projects like these demand so much time. I loved the quality of your video, choice of music etc and look forward to seeing more of your content.

  • @solarflare1008
    @solarflare1008 Před 3 lety +7

    I remember this model it was a common taxi everywhere in Europe. Nice job 👍

  • @Yorkshiremadmick
    @Yorkshiremadmick Před rokem

    Great Work for trying to save this old girl. The mot history shows she hasn’t been cherished. You’re starting to cherish her. Kudos 🦾🙏🏻

  • @jhfamily8898
    @jhfamily8898 Před 2 lety +1

    bro you made this car so amazing even looks better than the commercials

  • @anything4030
    @anything4030 Před 2 lety

    What a breathtaking detailing video. Now i feel like I need a w123 in my life.

  • @AntonyCBSR
    @AntonyCBSR Před 3 lety +8

    This is definitly the best 20 minutes I spend this week. Great job! And outstanding production quality :D

  • @ridewithkavirtrinidadtobag7968

    Mad respect to you for all your hands on work. The results are amazing. Subbed!

  • @CesarRamirez-pb4rn
    @CesarRamirez-pb4rn Před 3 lety

    It was you and the car and it show your passion, beatiful job, beautiful passion, keep saving these jewels....

  • @paultaylor9652
    @paultaylor9652 Před 3 lety +2

    Lovely Jubbly, I remember these Mercedes being released to the dealership, and local car shows when I was a kid, you've done this one proud.

  • @muhammadluthfi1846
    @muhammadluthfi1846 Před 3 lety +16

    This makes me want to buy w123! 😍

  • @brandonplumleemusic
    @brandonplumleemusic Před 3 lety +3

    Wow! I got to say that was an impressive transformation. Those wheels look so much better and that paint became a jewel!

  • @jeng1698
    @jeng1698 Před 2 lety

    Fantastic detailing.
    Film was shot perfectly.
    One man and his car....

  • @sabelosibisi9762
    @sabelosibisi9762 Před rokem

    The production on this video is phenomenal!

  • @BrattyBiker
    @BrattyBiker Před 3 lety +4

    Tears from my eyes to see such a beautiful car & your amazing work.

  • @christophermarshall6593
    @christophermarshall6593 Před 3 lety +3

    Thank you Sam, excellent job, I’m very impressed by your dedication to your craft

  • @FGX318
    @FGX318 Před rokem

    Old school detailing ! You name it !! good work ! brilliant

  • @thefeatheredleopard
    @thefeatheredleopard Před 3 lety +2

    This was just awesome & inspiring! I currently have a 94 320e wagon (daily driver), that I’m fixing up, with my brother, as well as an 83 300td wagon that needs a major love. It just brings me joy to see these gorgeous vehicles restored to their glory! Thank you!!

  • @paulocuento9949
    @paulocuento9949 Před 2 lety +3

    just want to thank you my man. it was a joy watching such effort put on a car, and such great cinematography as well

  • @giotto4321
    @giotto4321 Před rokem +3

    This is the first time I've seen one of your videos and aside from the super impressive detailing, I can't believe the incredibly high quality of the camerawork and editing. Absolutely knock-out, great work! Also that Benz looked fantastic when it was squatting down low, I loved it.

  • @TheDeathsentence123
    @TheDeathsentence123 Před 2 lety +2

    Man, I didn't want this video to end. The editing and his personality and just overall was one of the best videos.

  • @THReviewCars
    @THReviewCars Před 7 měsíci +1

    Thanks for the rinseless wash tip in the steamer. This was a good refresher course video.

  • @TheMomusCollection
    @TheMomusCollection Před 3 lety +8

    Hello, the work you did here was truly magnificent! Same goes for the video, a cinematic pleasure to watch! Best regards

  • @erikrodriguez2332
    @erikrodriguez2332 Před 3 lety +4

    There's no doubt that you're in love of your work!! Beautiful mercedes, excelent job!! 👌

  • @calvinfarrow1720
    @calvinfarrow1720 Před 8 měsíci

    Bravo!!! I just bought a 1980 300D W123 about to restore!! Inspired!!!

  • @rowensamuel2979
    @rowensamuel2979 Před 3 lety +1

    Wow, this is beautiful 😍 another classic to see many years. Thank you.

  • @Kan_DSU
    @Kan_DSU Před 3 lety +6

    What a lovely team and the production quality is sick! Glad i found you guys and it seems this vid will be your brake through 👏🏼

  • @arkinazimet4123
    @arkinazimet4123 Před 3 lety +4

    gold is still gold and it always shines!! amazing

  • @denysb1543
    @denysb1543 Před 3 lety +1

    the final result is outstanding! especially on a car with no clear coat and rust everywhere. It looks new from all angles!

  • @paulchurch3444
    @paulchurch3444 Před 3 lety

    W123 is the hero and so are you Live you passion everyday!!!!

  • @yasarramzan8016
    @yasarramzan8016 Před 3 lety +10

    Video production was out of this world. First video I’ve seen of yours but I’ve subscribed and hopefully it’s the first of many. Ps my dad used to have this in a yellow colour 👌🏽

  • @DreamCarGarage1
    @DreamCarGarage1 Před 3 lety +6

    The music absolutely makes this video!

  • @zeekio_OG
    @zeekio_OG Před rokem +1

    I’m in love with the paint job

  • @fasteddy07
    @fasteddy07 Před 2 lety +1

    That is the most detail-oriented car detail I have ever seen! Congratulations on a job fabulously done!

  • @muhammedfaiz8433
    @muhammedfaiz8433 Před 3 lety +5

    The best car detailing Video I’ve ever seen. No🧢 🙌🏽

  • @Sillmeister
    @Sillmeister Před 3 lety +4

    You have done an amazing job considering what you had to work with. I commend your dedication and commitment.Love the end result!
    Ignore the naysayers and Keep up the good work Dude! You should be so proud right now!!!

  • @sudijad
    @sudijad Před 3 lety

    Very relatable ... working with what you got and no focus on product brands. Amazing how effective technique and a little elbow grease can bring out great results! Thank you for giving this W123 some TLC!

  • @zahrarahmani6332
    @zahrarahmani6332 Před rokem +1

    This is one of the videos where you can’t skip forward

  • @tommycars9376
    @tommycars9376 Před 3 lety +8

    I've got a w201 and same issues there regarding paint.... Fantastic cars though! Well worth the love

  • @mourtata
    @mourtata Před 3 lety +3

    GREAT WORK!! Perfect filming. Really like this restoration.
    Much support from here in Denmark. Keep it up.

  • @F4834N
    @F4834N Před rokem

    Something about seeing older cars being brought back is so satisfying.

  • @banditman142536
    @banditman142536 Před 3 lety

    I think you did a great job son. I am a retired Mechanic who did a lot of car cleaning. I enjoyed the VIDEO.

  • @NotnventedHere
    @NotnventedHere Před 3 lety +4

    Great production and cool music choices. Well done

  • @neilscrivener5011
    @neilscrivener5011 Před 3 lety +6

    Hats off to you mate, that looked like a lot of work. End result is well worth it though. The stance on that is incredible too. Video production is amazing too. You got my sub!!

  • @doronstauber7285
    @doronstauber7285 Před rokem

    This car comes from Mercedes greatest era. Late 70's to late 80's.
    All of the cars from that era were Nuclear Proof.
    My 1st car in 1994, was a 1978 W123 240D, 4 speed manual. It was slow as molasses, but it got me and my mates all over Europe, on a 2 month road trip that I will remember fondly until I die. I owned that car for 3 years, bought it for 750 pounds, sold it for 1100 pounds, and had it been a LHD, I would probably still be driving it now.
    It was perfectly reliable, I serviced it 5 times due to me doing over 50k miles on it in those 3 years, beyond obvious perishables like tires and brakes, no repairs needed.
    I loved that car.

  • @Kresnov
    @Kresnov Před 3 lety +1

    That looks stunning, a testament to hours of graft and honest work, worth a sub just for this.

  • @josephjoakim4776
    @josephjoakim4776 Před 2 lety +2

    I admire this guy's passion, great work

  • @kermathmichael
    @kermathmichael Před 3 lety +3

    Brilliant job Sam. Serious about of work for one guy. I love these old Mercs. Had three of them. Great engineering but suffered from rust. Keep up the good work.👍

  • @gemmac2340
    @gemmac2340 Před 3 lety +3

    first vid i've watched from this channel and oh my god.... the videography is absolutely outstanding. as is the effort put into the car!

  • @coffeencreme
    @coffeencreme Před 2 lety +2

    Your passion for detailing cars is clear throughout the entire video, well done!!

  • @robertfoster6070
    @robertfoster6070 Před 2 lety +1

    Truly outstanding. You have a gift of knowing what to look for and the determination to restore the look of what was a great vehicle.

  • @Michaelholdsworth29
    @Michaelholdsworth29 Před 3 lety +5

    Sam that’s one amazing job given the state of the car initially, totally agree with not changing parts you lose something when you start that game and it’s never ending, who cares about some swirl marks it’s age appreciation! Great video also.

  • @Emontop1
    @Emontop1 Před 3 lety +6

    This is ART . ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  • @ryanazevedo2237
    @ryanazevedo2237 Před 3 lety +1

    That's still a drastic difference! you did a great job. It looks beautiful

  • @MagBeatsTeamESR
    @MagBeatsTeamESR Před 2 lety

    You can tell you worked so hard but you did it with all 1,000% passion and all by yourself too! Amazing.

  • @SwietyJunior
    @SwietyJunior Před 3 lety +4

    Lovely merc

  • @shouldersofgiants4649
    @shouldersofgiants4649 Před 3 lety +12

    Really excellent video, love the details and showing glimpses of you actually working were neat! One suggestion though if I may, it would be cool to see the car being driven at the end. Cheers!

    • @samsdetailinguk
      @samsdetailinguk  Před 3 lety +3

      Thank you! Definitely stay tuned for what's to come in that case 👀

  • @juchetony1910
    @juchetony1910 Před 3 lety

    a lot of hard work gone into that, sir. And the W123 will become ever more valuable as the world collapses over the next few years.

  • @WikusTerblanche
    @WikusTerblanche Před 3 lety +2

    Great job, end result looks amazing, loads of detailing done there!

  • @serdarxxx1073
    @serdarxxx1073 Před 3 lety +7

    This is the Best Mercedes where ever build.

  • @TranquilityBaseDetailing
    @TranquilityBaseDetailing Před 3 lety +3

    Awesome video. Great transformation.
    Can I just say as well, whoever shot and edited this should take a bow.

  • @mathyoubuggin
    @mathyoubuggin Před 3 lety +1

    This is an extremely satisfying video. Awesome to slowly watch the transformation of that vehicle and the production quality is incredible.

  • @PhardeenAlemi
    @PhardeenAlemi Před 3 lety +2

    one of the best detailing i have ever seen ! great mix of camera angels & music ! great job !
    from Afghanistan
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