I bought a BMW 735i E23 which has been abandoned for 18 years!!

Sdílet
Vložit
  • čas přidán 25. 06. 2021
  • The BMW 735i... after spotting a collection of neglected cars from a shop window wile I was on Holiday in the West Country.. I decided to have a chat with the owner, one thing led to another and I ended up buying the best car there... well what was left of it anyway 😅
    For all your Bearded Explorer Merchandise Visit ⬇️
    www.TheBeardedExplorer.Co.UK
    For all your Beard products visit ⬇️
    beardoctane.com/
    Use code - THEBEARDEDEXPLORER10 for 10% off!!
    Don’t forget to check out my Instagram for x10 of the best pics - thebeardedexplo...
    Donations for my exploring appreciated - Pay Pal ⬇️ TheBeardedExplorerYT@gmail.com
    Link to Bens YT can be found here ⬇️
    / @lostadventuresexploring
    #classiccar #barnfind #barnfinds #cargraveyard #abandonedcars #abandonedclassiccars #scrapyard #exploring #urbex #abandonedscrapyard #rarecars #classic #barnfinds #thebeardedexplorer
  • Zábava

Komentáře • 553

  • @IamNotANumber
    @IamNotANumber Před 3 lety +185

    Please please please tell us there will be a restoration series on this car!!!

    • @martinmsport2750
      @martinmsport2750 Před 3 lety +5

      That’s what I’m saying aswel mate I love these!!

    • @3DPeter
      @3DPeter Před 3 lety +11

      The biggest investment is sheet metal and alot of it and a professional mig/mag welding machine because this car is more rotten than the entire goverment.
      That green plants and bushes are mirco climate where the humidity is always high, and the car never get a chance to dry, so i'm sure curious how this thing looks like
      when it's stripped to the bare metal, or what's left of it.

  • @ianrodgers5178
    @ianrodgers5178 Před 3 lety +58

    Really looking forward to you restoring this wonderful car

  • @cormackable
    @cormackable Před 3 lety +36

    Never understood how people can buy cars and then just leave them in a field just to get ruined and covered in moss and have plants grow through it

  • @robmk3
    @robmk3 Před 3 lety +134

    If your Dad's anything like mine he'll be standing there thinking "what load of junk has he bought this time".

    • @drjonze
      @drjonze Před 3 lety +2

      haha i recognise this ...it still happens now and im 48 !

    • @morganmcdonagh2663
      @morganmcdonagh2663 Před 3 lety

      Awesome, the e23 is cool. The body looks a little rough, looks like it will be quite a project. Looking forward to seeing progress on the car. Should make for great series of videos.

    • @isaacsrandomvideos667
      @isaacsrandomvideos667 Před 3 lety +1

      Then about a week later he starts liking the car, but he tries hiding it 😂

    • @andersnielsen6044
      @andersnielsen6044 Před 3 lety +1

      If you are old enough to buy this kind of things, you also are old enough to live on your own and not bother your poor dad with your mental issues..

    • @drjonze
      @drjonze Před 3 lety +1

      🤣🤣 Bad day where you are ? 🤪🤪

  • @SpliffDonkey
    @SpliffDonkey Před 3 lety +23

    Speaking as a huge Beamer fan who has only ever owned BMW's in all the years I have been driving (although they were all 3 series from E30 to my current E92) it brought a tear to my eye seeing this beautiful old girl being rescued and given a second lease of life which she so rightly deserves. Colin sir, thankyou.

    • @pleiadianpilot5076
      @pleiadianpilot5076 Před 3 lety +1

      Me too brother, im smiling through tears, always wanted one of these beauties next to my e30s and E39 540 tourer

    • @foundnotlost
      @foundnotlost Před 2 lety +1

      We share the same love my friend.

  • @KnightRider46
    @KnightRider46 Před 3 lety +35

    I’m glad the front spoiler made it, it was touch and go for a while there wasn’t it LOL

    • @CherylCold
      @CherylCold Před 3 lety +9

      I was cringing watching that. Those Zender spoilers are way obsolete now.

    • @TheBeardedExplorer
      @TheBeardedExplorer  Před 3 lety +9

      It was our only option.. the tow eye had completely rotted off 😅

    • @shake544
      @shake544 Před 3 lety

      lower part seemed fairly rubbery so it bounces right back, luckily...

  • @snbala
    @snbala Před 3 lety +20

    Glad you saved it, however I do feel sorry for the other cars that are waiting to be saved too

    • @doncorleon9
      @doncorleon9 Před 2 lety

      Sure wish I had such an opportunity to do such. Cant find any of these beauties in my country. Cant even import anything older than 8 years, it's a damn shame.

  • @johndix6101
    @johndix6101 Před 3 lety +12

    Your dad's awesome helping you out. My dad would say I was stupid

  • @markherbert1343
    @markherbert1343 Před 3 lety +8

    Makes you wanna cry these classic cars rotting away .

  • @Tipo107
    @Tipo107 Před 3 lety +30

    Just finished doing a full resto on one of these - 1980 735. Not for the feint hearted. Let me know if you need parts contacts or any advice…

    • @andrzejrygala3647
      @andrzejrygala3647 Před 3 lety +1

      Hi. I’m restoring E24. Most of the spares are the same. I need some info (a lot of info, haha).

    • @alexmartinez280
      @alexmartinez280 Před 2 lety

      M90. 1978-1980. My goodness the euro cars look. sooooo much better than the iS spec cars. Same goes for the Porsche 911 amd RUF doing it right.

  • @mr.carguy654
    @mr.carguy654 Před 3 lety +9

    One of the most beautiful BMWs ever! Especially as a sedan!

  • @SA-zoom1
    @SA-zoom1 Před 3 lety +12

    The bodywork looks like almost every panel is exploding with rust, I hope you are handy with a welder, this beauty is going to be a big job.

  • @sullivanrachael
    @sullivanrachael Před 3 lety +1

    It’s is so heartwarming to see something salvaged in your videos. You specialise in showing us beautiful things slowly decaying - there is something SO emotional in that - but restoration; that’s new! Also - you did pick a car which is rather special too! Well done! It deserves a new life with an appreciative owner

  • @mustangsally5426
    @mustangsally5426 Před 3 lety +11

    Fair play, not too bad nick for 18 years outside. Nice find.

  • @clairefunnell8481
    @clairefunnell8481 Před 3 lety +4

    Good to see you. Wishing you good luck with the restoration. Watching the progress will be fun. Not too bad for 18 yrs outside. It could have been much worse. Thanks for sharing and stay safe.

  • @jamesbraithwaite478
    @jamesbraithwaite478 Před 2 lety +1

    That's a STUNNING silver Bengal/Ocicat at 1:41.

  • @adamhoward5145
    @adamhoward5145 Před 3 lety +1

    Brilliant find, well done!
    I'm so excited to see how you progress with the restoration of this beauty....I can't wait for the next vid 🙂👍🏻

  • @nickb5391
    @nickb5391 Před 3 lety +18

    You'll have to do a restoration video on it now lol

  • @m15tra
    @m15tra Před 3 lety +1

    Amazing, really looking forward to seeing you bring this car back to life. All the best!

  • @gaynor3976
    @gaynor3976 Před 3 lety

    Its great you're going to give it a second chance. Good luck Colin with the restoration. Good on your dad for his help xx

  • @danielmacarthur1549
    @danielmacarthur1549 Před 3 lety

    Could not help but smile seeing such a beautiful car being rescued and am sure the restoration process will be fascinating to watch. Well done....

  • @liamhearne146
    @liamhearne146 Před 2 lety

    I'm looking forward to seeing it getting a wash and interior strip down. Glad to hear there'll be updates on how your progressing best of luck.

  • @lloydi
    @lloydi Před 3 lety +1

    What a car you've found I love it. I got a e38 750i from a lockup of my dad's and we've been putting it back together for the past year and a bit

  • @jh565bb
    @jh565bb Před 3 lety +2

    Its nice to see more people taking on old cars, ive pretty much only done that myself for the past few years. Ive bought and maintained two early 70s triumph spitfires and have had extensive gearbox and clutch work done on my current 62 sunbeam rapier. We should be trying to re use cars more often, the main source of pollution comes from factories producing products like cars after all, not the cars themselves. You've just got yourself a new subscriber, I look forward to the restoration series.

  • @JamesSchem
    @JamesSchem Před 3 lety

    Love these older BMW cars. Best of luck. Hope its not too bad after being stood so long. You must feel pleased about rescuing one of these cars after coming across so many. Please keep us updated. 😊 Cheers from Malta.

  • @Rjhs001
    @Rjhs001 Před 3 lety

    Well done for rescuing this beauty. Looking forward to seeing the restoration.

  • @martinsallenger5526
    @martinsallenger5526 Před 3 lety

    Good luck with your restoration Colin,definitely got your work cut out,but you have saved a classic car, love to see photos when it restored to its former glory thanks for sharing.

  • @vaughanmcmillan1815
    @vaughanmcmillan1815 Před 3 lety +1

    Fantastic! Love a good restoration
    Got a Nova Sport myself that's been off the road since 1992! 52K miles on it. Can't wait to start it

  • @carolynhollingworth4082

    Well done for saving it.Its a shame they've all be left there in such a state.Looking forward to seeing how you get on with restoring it.xx

  • @Tom.Jackson.
    @Tom.Jackson. Před 3 lety +2

    Wow, am amazed at your bravery, taking this on will take much time and money, when finished ( in the future ) think of the dollar it be worth, well done mr beard and his dad for getting it out to save it 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @simontrigg2154
    @simontrigg2154 Před 3 lety

    I'm glad you rescued that BMW such a wonderful car.Amazing what you can find in North Devon! I can't wait to see you restore her to her former beauty and hear that engine running again.

  • @WthaHatchet
    @WthaHatchet Před 3 lety +1

    I knew youd drag one out sooner or later! heh Nice to see one being saved!! Great job and a lovely new addition to the family. Look forward to seeing your progress with it man!

  • @daveonthegocurley
    @daveonthegocurley Před 3 lety

    Can’t wait for the videos to come out on this hope you make good progress it will be great to see this beautiful car back on the road .👍

  • @SunnyD1865
    @SunnyD1865 Před 3 lety

    More car content man! I’ve always watched car channels for the person, not for the car, and you’re a cool guy. It’s nice seeing people showing off their hobbies and interests - and who can say no to a bit of boy time messing about with old cars? Plus, we get to know the car goes off to a good home and, no matter what car it is, seeing one left to rot is saddening.

  • @danielbuckingham5625
    @danielbuckingham5625 Před 3 lety +1

    I did look away when the Alpina spoiler flexed (there was no other way to get her out), well done for saving her!! Good luck with the restoration!! Lovely!!

  • @redmartx5
    @redmartx5 Před 3 lety

    Great to see classic cars getting the love they deserve hopefully you are making a restore video best of luck and stay safe

  • @michaelsimms76
    @michaelsimms76 Před 3 lety +1

    Only other car worth saving for me was the Saab good job the BBS spoiler was so flexible i had the same one on my 320 years ago looking forward to seeing this series.

  • @samandjennysambrook
    @samandjennysambrook Před 3 lety

    Brilliant.. can't wait to see it brought back to life..👍

  • @waynemillard8412
    @waynemillard8412 Před 3 lety

    It’s awesome that you’re saving it bud. I’ve wanted one for many years, have fond memories of my uncles E32’s who is sadly no longer with us.

  • @brucepiekunexpectedbutexpected

    WOW!! What an awesome find! Hope you keep us up to date of the restoration

  • @dillanmistry
    @dillanmistry Před 3 lety +3

    Love to see this get restored

  • @clairesims7275
    @clairesims7275 Před 3 lety

    I really liked this, great to see a car being rescued, and I wait with anticipation to see her come back to her former glory. Brilliant 🌹

  • @matttarling6347
    @matttarling6347 Před 3 lety +1

    Nice looking forward to seeing the updates on this👍👍👍👍

  • @davidhughes1634
    @davidhughes1634 Před 3 lety

    Great find Matt,i would never have thought their was so much land behide the building as the rd looked so tight.Look forward to seeing it live again, hope your pockets don't have to be to deep.

  • @lynneedwards9704
    @lynneedwards9704 Před 3 lety

    What an amazing car. Can't wait for the updates on how the restoring is going

  • @carlo4x285
    @carlo4x285 Před 3 lety

    I am so happy to see this beautiful classic get saved. But there are still so many more classics out there that deserve to be saved. I am curious to see what else will come to this project.
    Greetings from Germany!

  • @gleng6812
    @gleng6812 Před 3 lety

    Nice video and good to see your dad aka the right hand man.
    Really looking forward to seeing and following the progress.

  • @johnpells5992
    @johnpells5992 Před 3 lety

    Wow what a find can’t wait to see the update 👍👍👍👍

  • @themcmanusgaming
    @themcmanusgaming Před 3 lety

    Can't wait to see the progress.

  • @bretthastings8857
    @bretthastings8857 Před 3 lety

    Tremendous so glad you saved it,looking forward to seeing it get fixed up

  • @grahamx8623
    @grahamx8623 Před 3 lety

    Well worthy of restoration. My old boss had one in the nineties. I used it occasionally, quick, luxury barge. Good luck, I can't wait to see progress.

  • @woodrimcars2324
    @woodrimcars2324 Před 3 lety

    A proper BMW and good on you taking it on.
    Looking forward to seeing the progress watching from France.

  • @TW-abc
    @TW-abc Před 3 lety

    Great find, can't believe brakes weren't seized on!! Good luck with resto, hope to see plenty updates.

  • @adrianbrown01
    @adrianbrown01 Před 3 lety +4

    Pretty good condition considering it's been stood for 18 years. Looking forward to seeing the progress on this one.

  • @plunder1956
    @plunder1956 Před 3 lety

    I drove the 2.8 version in about 1981, it was an amazing then. What's lovely rescue.

  • @lennydicko
    @lennydicko Před 3 lety

    Can’t wait to see it restored 🙌

  • @skeeskeeter6994
    @skeeskeeter6994 Před 2 lety

    I had a BMW Bavaria 4 speed 2500-3.0Si-3.3L- E3 US Version loved it... Wasn't that fast but handled great and rode nice... Have fun glad you saved it... Keep us updated...

  • @paulb4uk
    @paulb4uk Před 3 lety

    Superb mate good to see it getting saved.

  • @FRFRANKIE
    @FRFRANKIE Před 3 lety

    That's one beautiful BMW.
    I hope it won't cost a lot of pounds to restore. I wish you the best of luck in restoring it.
    Please stay safe & take care. Keep up the awesome videos.

  • @fozantalal4381
    @fozantalal4381 Před 3 lety

    Good luck to you and your father.. really is a very nice car.. looking forward to see the progress.. great video 👍

  • @Hadesdetecting
    @Hadesdetecting Před 3 lety

    Definitely keep us updated on this from time to time, great rescue video

  • @davidcooks5265
    @davidcooks5265 Před 3 lety

    Anything can be fixed! Good luck 🤞

  • @simonsuv8376
    @simonsuv8376 Před 3 lety +7

    Cant wait to see the progress on this need to do a cleaning video first

  • @Travis_22
    @Travis_22 Před 3 lety

    Awesome! Great to see 🙂

  • @markharris7662
    @markharris7662 Před 2 lety

    I had a 735i in the 90s it was a A reg. Loved it. Part exchanged it for a 325i coupe. This is when bmw made great cars.

  • @garethnorwood2084
    @garethnorwood2084 Před 3 lety

    Brilliant can't wait to see the progress video's 👍

  • @karenmay2567
    @karenmay2567 Před 3 lety

    Wow what a find! Well done to you and your Dad for saving the car - looking forward to the progress videos :-)

  • @Flexnes1
    @Flexnes1 Před 3 lety

    Looks like you've got your work cut out for you! Best of luck mate, keep us posted on the progress!

  • @sheffnick
    @sheffnick Před 8 měsíci

    Hi buddy. Really enjoying your channel
    As a 13 year old my dad had brand new from showroom BMW 528i X plate 1982. Same colour as this 735i. I always remember the sticker across the bottom of the rear window that said THE ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE 😊
    Great recovery brilliant video

  • @chrishines6048
    @chrishines6048 Před 3 lety

    What a cracking motor! Cars like this need to on the road for everyone to see

  • @ShirleylovesIan
    @ShirleylovesIan Před 3 lety

    Brilliant video and great car. Good luck with the restoration 😊

  • @consti4138
    @consti4138 Před 3 lety

    Thank you soooo much for saving this beauty!

  • @ABPhotography1
    @ABPhotography1 Před 3 lety

    good stuff BE, canny wait to see it restored to its former glory!

  • @gaddmeister
    @gaddmeister Před 3 lety +1

    Please keep us updated, I remember the adverts on TV in the early 80"s as a kid and wanted one so bad 😂

  • @neilcook689
    @neilcook689 Před 2 lety

    I love seeing people of moving old pieces of machinery to revamp and improve the way into an other spectuss of vertical love

  • @lesclarke8064
    @lesclarke8064 Před 3 lety

    Love seeing old cars being saved well done guys

  • @Eddie1992uk
    @Eddie1992uk Před 3 lety

    this is great, so many of the urbex videos about cars i think "why is nobody saving these" - i am really looking forward to seeing some of the restoration, im amazed you even found this one tbh

  • @daveyboyprice6351
    @daveyboyprice6351 Před 3 lety

    lovely old bm i have a 1981 bmw 635i lov them good bit of work but worth it in the end got a few old bmws in yard lov the video blessing davey

  • @karenwright4587
    @karenwright4587 Před 3 lety

    Looking forward to seeing the progress good luck with it 👍

  • @kadechilds201
    @kadechilds201 Před 3 lety

    Wow good to see this car saved!

  • @madmike6942
    @madmike6942 Před 3 lety

    u both are legends if u bring it back to it's former glory

  • @davecooke914
    @davecooke914 Před 3 lety

    Great see bmw you were lucky the wheels moved look forward to seeing it restored good luck 👍

  • @fhwolthuis
    @fhwolthuis Před 3 lety +1

    Great project, Colin! I hope you will film the restauration!

  • @elcasho
    @elcasho Před 3 lety

    Oh she deserves better! Congrats on the buy, I think it's going to be not very cheap, but good luck!

  • @DIDCOTTWIST
    @DIDCOTTWIST Před 3 lety

    Good luck with the restoration 👍🏼

  • @BrianSmith-hx5me
    @BrianSmith-hx5me Před 3 lety

    Looking forward to seeing the finished project

  • @Zocky73166
    @Zocky73166 Před 3 lety

    After visiting many abandoned places it is really good move to take unique car for yourself
    Good luck

  • @williamdeegan7840
    @williamdeegan7840 Před 3 lety

    One of the few BMW's I like is the 635 CSi Coupe. This car looks like that , but in a 4 door. Nice to see your Dad. Cool car 4 sure. Good luck with it.

  • @harrisonhunter7512
    @harrisonhunter7512 Před 3 lety

    Congratulations on this ,I look forward to seeing more.You have a unique car bro👍

  • @smokemirrors8509
    @smokemirrors8509 Před 3 lety

    My dad had exactly the same model and colour, very comfortable and fast I remember, if only we had stored it, the very best of luck on your restoration project

  • @Jamoo420
    @Jamoo420 Před 3 lety

    Looking forward to seeing you restore that gem 💎

  • @timothyshort_shortvideos

    Looking forward to following your progress with the car.

  • @briansweeney2291
    @briansweeney2291 Před 3 lety +1

    Brilliant investment Colin lovely car great 👌 to see you on videos of restoration on the BMW,great video 👍😎

  • @CycolacFan
    @CycolacFan Před 2 lety

    Great save, as an E28 owner it’s great to see another shark nose being saved. Doesn’t even look that rusty so hopefully the floors are okay and you can find some patch panels for the arches. Weird seeing the A36/A303 journey, living in Somerset I know those roads very well…

  • @01FozzyS
    @01FozzyS Před 3 lety

    Nice find! Looking forward to the project!

  • @hillstart8149
    @hillstart8149 Před 3 lety

    What a great video. I also love the E23 - particularly in Opal Green, which I think is the best BMW colour from that era!

  • @tommylloyd1952
    @tommylloyd1952 Před 3 lety +1

    You’ve just gained a whole lot more respect from me mate! Saving a classic car

  • @modelreviews3705
    @modelreviews3705 Před 3 lety +17

    Excellent Car ❤️
    But I'm still bumbed about the passing of RONNIE 😢

  • @davidjenkins1958
    @davidjenkins1958 Před 2 lety

    Congrats on being able to purchase that BMW, I’m from the U.S and am partial to American made cars, but I do like the older BMW’s and that was one of my favorites.

  • @illuminatidestroyerbear2231

    That's a proper BMW! I can see the potential, you picked a winner my friend.👍👍👍💛💛💛