2019 AUDI Q5 SOUNDED TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE AND IT WAS!!!

We bought a 2019 unrecorded crash damaged Audi Q5 that has sustained more damage than we expected! #crash #wrecked #salvage #repairing #project #repairing #rebuilding #repair
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Working at our fully equipped workshop we purchase #wrecked #salvage vehicles and produce 2 videos a week showing us #repairing and #rebuilding them.
We do hope you enjoy this video and Check out our other videos on all kinds of vehicles including Barn finds , Quick flips , First wash , #crash , #salvage , #wrecked , Will it run , Will it Start , , #Accident damaged , Cat S , Cat N , Cat X Copart auction bargains , Non Runner , NON Running , Banger ,Flood damage , insurance write off , #copart , electrical fault , #crash , Unfinished #project and anything else that arrives
Please check out our back catalogue of some previous projects on various different makes and models including Ferrari, RS Turbo , Lambo , Land Rover , MG , MGF , Caterham 7 , Ford , Cosworth , Vauxhall , Fiat , Peugeot , Mercedes , Range Rover ,Bentley , Morris , Renault , Citroen , Honda , Toyota , VW , Series 3 , Evoque , GLA , Golf , 500 , Fiesta , Astra , Polo , Motorhome , Auto sleeper Camper , GTI , LSE , Lamborghini , Gallardo , LP 570-4 , Sierra , Midget , 360 , Transit , Crafter , Transporter , T5 , Combo, Berlingo , Partner , Mini , Beetle , Vivaro , Hilux , Sport and many more!
If you have a vehicle for sale that you think will be of interest to us please message Rob via Instagram and please include a contact phone number. We buy all sorts of vehicles , Boats and classic cars including Austin , Morris , Healey , Mg , Sunbeam , Talbot , Opel , XR2 , XR3 , XR4 , Bentley , Jaguar XJ6 XJ12 XJS , E Type , XKR , BMW E36 , 205 GTI , VW GTI , Viva , Astra GTE 2.0XE , Red Top , Triumph TR , VW Golf Beetle , Rover , MGB , 2CV , Midget , Nova , Chevette , Capri , P100 , lancia , Cortina MK1 Mk2 MK3 MK4 MK5 , GT6 , Jensen , Lotus , Bedford , J type , Minor , Datsun , Toyota , Sunseeker , Princess , Fairline , Windy , Hardy , RIB , Shetland , Fletcher , Bayliner , Searay , Pilot , Shakespere and many more!
We do receive quite a few questions regarding tools and equipment that we use for various jobs. Unfortunately there is to many to list but some of the brands we use include Snap-on, Blue-point , Makita , Sealey , Clark , Esab and Sykes-Pickavant .
If you are interested in a specific tool, please put your question in the comments section of the relevant video
Working at our fully equipped workshop in Kent we carry out tasks including Panel beating, Body work, Mig Welding, Sheet metal Spot Welding, Fabrication, Chassis Repairs, Sand Blasting, Engine and Mechanical repairs, DPF cleaning, Restoration and Structural repairs on the Celette Jig frame machine.
We do hope you enjoy this video and Check out our other videos on all kinds of vehicles including Barn finds, Quick flips, First wash, Repairs, Salvage, Restorations, Will it run, Accident damaged, Cat S, Cat N, Cat X Copart auction bargains, Non Runner, Flood damage, insurance write off, fire damage, smoke damage, electrical fault, stolen recovered, and anything else that arrives at the #Salvagerebuildsuk workshop. #RobandChri

[@sruk]

Sr10 for Reclimet discount 👍 happy Easter

[@reclametltd]

Glad we were able to help. Thank you for the kind words.

[@wombatsyoutube]

This is exactly why we subscribe lads. No dressing things up for KZbin, just honest including the lows along with the highs.

[@acorndogs904]

5 years of solid SR UK Congrats fellas

[@djm9936]

You could see oil on the floor when you went to get the car.

[@misterthegeoff9767]

Moment I saw the state of the radiator I figured something had gouged up the underside. Of course easy to diagnose from the sofa when you have the video title as your guide.

[@paulriggers1558]

he must of cleaned the massive oil-slick off his driveway before you got there... [oil leaks out of damaged engines for months] good job you are a lucky boy... keep up the excellent work chaps

[@sruk]

In a recovery yard

[@brettcast4249]

I would understand if it was from salvage auction, ups and downs, rough with the smooth. But from a private seller… there no way they didn’t know about that engine being toast

[@sruk]

How would they know they’re not mechanics? It’s been in a recovery yard for over a month. If they’d have known they would have told me

[@terryleaman3038]

Shameful people there’s no way they didn’t know that, love the way Rob is still so upbeat about the whole situation . You guys are true troopers!

[@anthonyg4671]

He’s wife was driving,a likely story lol🙄😂

[@philipadams4043]

What a stroke of luck getting that complete engine, the old saying boys you only get what you deserve. You treat people how you want to be treated. Brilliant vid lads looking forward forward to the next one.

[@rodplumb9805]

Really Rob! Come on you were fully aware and bought it for nixies, nobody can be that silly can they, particularly one who’s been around in the business as long as your good self!

[@sruk]

Got it for nixies what planet are you on this car was a lot of money many thousands of pounds so why make a silly comment like that if I had known I would have offered less clearly

[@AnilKumar-yn6ns]

Hi rob will be a nice car when done keep the original autobox with car as its coded to the car​@@sruk

[@JamzyB-]

There’s no way that seller didn’t know the engine was seized and a big hole in the sump! Why can’t people be honest! Shame you didn’t see the hole before committing to buying it or test the engine. Oh well. Good luck with the repairs.

[@wanderer7755]

Yep typical bull$hitters

[@Hd7868]

His wife was driving, he was half cut. I’m sure the fact oil would have been pouring out the sump would have been mention by the recovery truck driver at the scene, but who’s to say either of them has any mechanical knowledge…

[@user-db8bl1me9e]

I love the way you both take bad news on the chin, and crack on and fix it. Myself and im sure many others would throw the toys out of the pram😂 Fair play, good luck.

[@ih8hertz1]

Depends.. if its crashed at night then been recovered and dropped off then they probably didn't know... the car was fucked anyway so it's not like they were going to go round and carry out an inspection

[@daveyrayner]

I'm surprised the owner didn't realise the engine was seized, but got to give the benefit of the doubt, and very good luck sourcing a replacement. Reclamet saves the day

[@clementwoods7177]

I don’t have much of a technical knowledge of the excellent work you lads do, but the customer experience between Reclamet and Copart is night and day and they deserve all praise and exposure you give them.

[@Andrew-tb9vr]

Rob buys far more winners than losers to keep Chris busy. Unlucky this time. What a nice partnership on mutual respect.

[@adamap2796]

The previous keeper knew full well that motor was seized. With a hole in the sump that big it would have dumped it’s oil in a matter of seconds and probably whilst travelling at some speed. 😔

[@sruk]

It was sat in a recovery yard for a month and no he didn’t know

[@adamap2796]

@@sruk oh really Rob, then I stand corrected.

[@TringmotionCoUk]

Having dealt with the public for decades and read some comments, don't forget Hanlon's razor "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity"

[@michaelhynds8035]

Unbelievably good fortune with that engine so quickly. Tremendous. Well done gentlemen.

[@ablestringer9063]

The car was registered in March 2019 according to your check, but it had the crash in November 2022 with no MOT recorded, which is probably explainable but to me it looks like the car had no MOT at the time of the accident.

[@stuartholmes9296]

Thought I could see oil staining under the car at the beginning of the video

[@bitzclipsmatt214]

Your positive attitudes just always blows my mind. 😀😀😀

[@robevans8625]

The owner of that did you up like a kipper.

[@sruk]

Don’t be daft like I say time and time again they are all a risk and we will be ok with this

[@richs7107]

Just over 1 minute into the video Rob is filming the front end.. I think a pool of oil can be seen on the drive.

[@Stevencanfix]

In future when you go to purchase salvage take a socket set check if it turns over before buying

[@marinastuable]

They stitched you up like a kipper lads

[@itsmephil2255]

Can we all take a moment to appreciate Robs (really) white trainers and how they stay so clean 😂😂 Another good video under your belt chaps

[@Rodders20004]

So lucky they had another car in stock with the same engine, looking forward to seeing this car come together 😊

[@Kevin-cs4eg]

What a coincidence eh 👍

[@markfoden765]

So i think the large oil puddle underneath the car at the house told it all really and they must have known about the engine but just my opinion,hope you got this one cheap as looks alot of work,Rob made ne laugh as they was both looking underneath he was pointing out even more damage to try and lighten the mood🤔🙈🤣🤣hope youve had a god weekend guys👍

[@boydovens4180]

Yes even when it rains , The sun will come out for you guys.

[@suffolkseries3319]

Can't wait to see this one. That's the gamble you take but great result. I made sure I watched all the ads, as I thought you may need the extra pennies. But reclamet came to the rescue!

[@tonya9955]

Sad that someone sold you guys that like that. They knew the engine was seized. What comes around goes around for them.

[@sruk]

They didn’t bud and it was a bargain

[@andy44646]

Just saw you at the stag meet today, was going to say high but you was with your friends so thought I’d not disturb your morning

[@sruk]

Always say hello 🙋‍♂️

[@trevorjarvis3021]

Wow, Reclamet certainly saved the day with this one!! I cannot wait for the next few videos on this vehicle - as always it should be some excellent content. Well done Rod and Chris! 😊

[@stevenwilliams-mp5wo]

Didnt you see the pool of oil under the car on its drive noticed it straight away

[@alancobbin]

Reclamet to the rescue indeed,they certainly saved this build ,cheers guys ,looking forward to this one 👍💪😉

[@scottsmith5226]

Not sure if anyone has said yet but keep your gearbox lads. It will be coded to the car and have component protection. You could swap mechatronic unit over but if your box is fine then keep that.

[@tompirozek4490]

Original gearbox will almost certainly be coded to the car

[@RiejuRS1cf46]

Fair play for taking on that kind of damage!

[@davidstevens1547]

Reclamet to the rescue again. You were meant to get that car and repair it. Yes you have had to buy the engine and gearbox. I think I would leave the two together in case the other gearbox was damaged in some way. Await the updates on this. Good Luck Rob and Chris. By the way why have you not brought a bigger recovery truck as more and more of what you buy are a lot heavier than the current transporter can deal with?

[@cosworthization]

WOW. You two are so clever and being brilliant at recycling car's which is great. I love watching your videos. So fantastic. Hope you both had a lovely Easter. Take care.

[@anthonyenglish9298]

Blimey guys, didn't think for a minute you were gonna pull back on this one, top effort - it's definitely going to make for a great come back video!!! 👏

[@fivedotsdave9723]

I ran into the problem with an A5 1.8 TFSi Black Edition from that place beginning with C, it had a plastic sump which had been cracked and then ran until it seized solid. I did rebuild the engine and fitted a steel sump and my Daughter is still driving it and loves it.

[@andyspencer1010]

Reclamet saves the day going to be stunning when complete 👌👌👌

[@johnchincotta1qwdb15]

I am glad you found that replacement engine so soon amongst other components.At the start of the video and midway,I thought you were going to sell it as a donor car inorder to get your money back.Looking foward to see the next video on this project.

[@keithgreen9009]

Nice car from a honest seller

[@AK-rh1bh]

Ouch that’s taken a whack. Good luck with it. Lovely car all fixed up.

[@davidtall0121]

Lol

[@djhvideo]

They knew the car had been running without oil I reckon.

[@user-ez8mb1jg7p]

sat in a puddle of oil on the drive with 2 patches of absorbent beads

[@UberAlphaSirus]

What a touch from reclaimat. That's a big lump of an engine. Think you saved a fortune in just gaskets and auxillary stuff. Keeping the box and engine together sounds like a better plan.

[@SethMcFartlane]

Cheers to Reclimet for the save and allowing the filming again.

[@chriswilkes4350]

Great Video, Rob. Thanks so much.

[@bidders77]

What a touch getting the engine and bits from reclamet 😁😎🤩

[@johnward9626]

Really pleased for you!

[@davemellor4697]

I know its horrible for you when you get one like this but its really interesting for us when you repair it though Rob!

[@georgedaville4662]

Rollercoaster episode, supply chain comes through! Great stuff to watch coming up. 👍🇬🇧😎

[@shopsmile9336]

What a result, cant wait to see this finished, well done lads 👏

[@danielwelch5479]

Top quality company, really sorted you guys out there, it's nice to see that there is still some decent firms out there, looking forward to the next video on it and reckon it's gonna be a cracking little motor

[@garysimpson3900]

You lads dodged a bullet there. Just shows the "risks" in buying salvaged cars but I wonder whether the previous keeper gave you the full story.

[@raygreen3416]

You guys are great to watch.

[@wolfie854]

Good luck guys, hope it goes well from now on.

[@zaspex]

Love the way you guys never swore and took engine situation on the chin! Looking forward to seeing how you progress with this one. Good luck!

[@cornishrider]

If anyone can fix it you boys can! Looking forward to this series.

[@torquesteer2657]

Excited to see this one develop further! 👍🏻

[@kevinthacker8349]

Glad you’re going ahead with the repair and engine replacement. Looking forward to the videos

[@allangillibrand2521]

You boys always see the best in people and your end up pulling out the bag good luck with this project 👏

[@TimFenton-dx4xe]

Looking forward to the next one, thanks 🎉🎉🎉

[@laurencehastings7473]

That replacement engine saved your bacon.

[@andypandy3352]

Happened to me ,, gutted I was , ,thanks for sharing your mishaps,, all part of the journey

[@andrewcurrey3409]

Fantastic recovery, you guys are the best and I'm sure everyone loves watching you guys. Looking forward to the next one 😀

[@johndavey72]

Talk about coming up smelling roses !!!! Brillant end to a disastrous start ! ......love it ! Well done Guys 💕

[@ianbrinkley4806]

Absolutely fantastic

[@robertgillingwater]

Another great video. And despite the unexpected damage a great car to save

[@chasmcl42]

Great video guys looking forward to seeing it repaired 🙏🙏

[@Bishbashbosh67]

How lucky you guys are, could have been alot worse, Chris is a legend at body work, look forward to the rear quarter repair

[@joedunnedunne8217]

Brilliant content, now this is why I love the channel. Keep up the good work lads.

[@chrissloan8953]

Well done lads! always a positive in every negative and you had a touch of look there! looking forwards to this series .

[@billsheehy1660]

Enjoyed that, great turnaround.

[@deanharriss2029]

Looking forward to this one guys

[@grahamhardy1358]

I think you can see the oil on the ground at 1,06

[@user-bz9cb8bp2y]

Glad it worked out well for you lads.....😊

[@mrmawson2438]

Very lucky to get it so fast looking forward to the rebuild on this one cheers guys

[@kevinisaac9139]

One minute down the next up that was so lucky finding that other q5 looking forward to seeing the next video 👍

[@cupidstunt22]

Tucked up again😮

[@alextripp1230]

Hi Rob and Chris, wow, that couldn't have worked out any better. Gonna enjoy following this rebuild. Alex.

[@user-kr1rx9yb3h]

Really looking forward to this - great channel chaps 👍🏼

[@keithweybury5212]

Good luck witrh the Audi Q5 guys. Very lucky you found that engine and gear box with similar mileage.

[@tomtodhunter1776]

Finding a donor vehicle exactly the same, including the colour, plus with less miles. What are the chances? Absolutely brilliant. Top work. 👍

[@1978JonBullock]

What a right score finding a decent engine so quick. Looking forward to seeing you squeeze that lump in.

[@chrishill5166]

Yet again BRILLIANT lads. happy Easter.

[@thomasfrancis5747]

Appreciate your positivity as ever - that's the way to get it fixed. Wondered if Reclamet had any non-Copart salvage vehicles you could economically buy/fix?

[@arfabarmcake2776]

Your so lucky to find a replacement engine 👍

[@user-nf3uf8wh6u]

Well done Reclamet!!! Saved the day again. You were dead lucky there guys. Look forward to the video trail.

[@anthonybrowne4022]

Hi Rob And Chris great video what a lovely car but like you said you can not win them all it’s great to see you got the engine with all the bits someone was looking down on you Rob Looking forward to seeing all the episodes 👏🏻👏🏻🫶🏻

[@cal91bck]

Great bit of rebuilding coming up on this one

[@Hassan123H]

At the cut in when you look around the car at the owners house you can see oil all over the floor

[@Jason-zh7wo]

Good luck with this one guys! Great job getting that engine 😀😀

[@michaelmcsorley3254]

Happy Easter to you all Looking forward to this one 👍

[@sleepysamk1400]

“that looks beautiful “ 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣. Rob got his rose tinted glasses on 🤣🤣🤣

[@fromthetoon1602]

Going to enjoy this rebuild, reclemet saved you loads of time there

[@jameskyle380]

A fabulous engine find and thank goodness. Be an interesting watch.

[@silverback7170]

Nice one guys, thank god for Reclamet!, now you can put that jig-saw back together! 😉