£1500 PERFORMANCE CAR BLOWS UP ON THE AUTOBAHN!

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This week, Alex, Taylor and Rory take their modified performance cars on a road trip to the Nurburgring. But all is not well, as the Autobahn - and a heavy right foot - claims another victim!
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[@AutoalexCars]

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[@cbrf4r579]

Was Alex holding a normal size bottle🤣

[@kyleowen3371]

@@thestig6078 There's no specsavers in your town I'm guessing?

[@hackfreak2k7]

Funny enough i lived in that Ibis budget hotel for an entire month, do they still have the pizza machine in the lobby? 🤣

[@robsmithracing]

If you do Newhaven to Dieppe it’s quicker and less busy

[@mgcharoudin]

It's alright, let's do the fastest lap of the Nürburgring... LITERALLY pushing the car!

[@ahyaan2552]

Drag it round the ring with the land rover

[@danogh2227]

You sir did not just do that

[@your-mom_was_here]

On 35° day

[@DarknessIsAMyth]

From Horse power to Man power

[@kb.ceramics]

You the man Misha 🙌🏻

[@proximaBx]

Have to say I am well impressed with Taylor's car flipping skills

[@wolfey2917]

He's got the right people in his right pocketts

[@Theoriginalramjammer]

I was impressed too. He can fix the Z4 boot lid he fu*ked with the profits..

[@Automan9]

@@wolfey2917 doesnt he own a dealership or something ? thats a license to stick a grand or so on anything

[@wolfey2917]

@@Automan9 yeah he owns dealership which sells like mainly classic/old cars & a lot of mini coopers(mainly sells minis)

[@godzillas6301]

@@Automan9 They are all buying old shitters and selling them somewhere . I wouldnt be suprised if they are also running a dealership .

[@Real-G-Sounds]

Can’t blame Taylor for being pissed about the mini …..everyone wants to do the Nurburgring ring and to get so close and it go bang must be so disheartening especially when he’s put so much work into it……hope he can get it sorted …..great content guys keep up the work

[@vinnyc365]

Maybe he shouldn't have pushed the engine so hard.

[@Real-G-Sounds]

@@vinnyc365 he was going to the Nurburgring it would of been pushed on the track anyway there was obviously some issue with the engine

[@vinnyc365]

@@Real-G-Sounds They say right in the video he pushed it to the limit of the engine (for probably too long) and blew it out. He shouldn't have brought that car.

[@L5GUK]

Yeah, jokes aside for the film, that has to be absolutely gutting. You can tell he was in love with that car, only for it to go bang.

[@arkhsm]

@@L5GUK After his Autobahn frustation, he REALLY wanted to show the Mini had the goods, so the engine crapping itself added insult to injury !!

[@LukeStevensPhoto]

If Taylor's car gets fixed, I might actually weep with joy. Really felt for him and I would have thrown a massive tantrum if it were me.

[@joshuaf14life]

I thought Taylor was genuinely about to punch Alex at the end he looked that pissed off. Poor sod we’ve all been there after spending thousands on a car for it to let you down at the last moment

[@bluedogtransportwa]

Taylor.. eat a snickers

[@00lorted]

😂 he looked pissed but that's the type of banter good mates have

[@MarcFromNijmegen]

God, I wanted to punch Alex at that point. I like Taylor and felt his frustration.

[@mw5461]

What a great video 😂

[@fredericoespinoza]

You obvouisly are very bad at reading body language. Alex was upset aswell and no doubt wanted to just cheer Taylor up, people use comedy and bants to try to liven spirits up. I feel Taylor was genuinely very upset as he was looking forward to a nurburgring trip with his mates after the long slug of getting stuff done to his car.

[@VXGaming]

Taylor is a mechanic after all, he knows how to flip the cost.

[@georgallasj]

I’m a mechanic, Taylor has extra skills to flip cars like that.

[@d.b.cooper1]

Mini JCW's are the perfect car esp used since most people have no idea what it is vs a normal mini

[@MarcelPolman]

Taylor is a genius

[@wayner.]

Yeah…. Still a cheat though lol

[@samuelgarrod8327]

Taylor needs to grow up.

[@northernmonkey4305]

Taylors camper personality is showing more and more and it's actually a delight to watch, he really does add a great level of humour to the channel.

[@maximusdecimus111]

Taylor is a fucking legend

[@ZozeboGames]

He is cute tho

[@catonehere]

He has a camper?

[@imissmywife.]

@@catonehere no completely different meaning lol

[@wez130]

These three are definitely right up there with the holy grail of top gear presenters! Imagine what we would get with a top gear budget from these!

[@AussieDaz87]

It's got the feel of the original old Top Gear episodes, before it was so obviously scripted (like the cheap supercar episode where Clarksons Maserati exploded). It's such a joy to watch real car guys doing real car shit with cars that people can actually afford.

[@thefunkygib]

I didn't mind Top Gear with MLB and Chris Harris, but I can't stand the Paddy/Freddie roadshow. Can you imagine Top Gear with these three? It would be epic!!!

[@stagger87]

A Budget Alfa Road trip to the Stelvio Pass would be an absolutely incredible video

[@simonlb24]

Must admit, it does sound like it would make a great video. But if they all bought Alfa's it would end being a challenge video of them trying to keep them running long enough to get to the nearest ferry port. I doubt they'd even get to France let alone Italy.😆

[@2BuckShot]

@@simonlb24if they buy a JTD it would not be a problem😉

[@godzillas6301]

@@2BuckShot Nice cars .... look great on the recovery truck

[@TCCcompetition]

​@@godzillas6301oh yeah the old 'alfa always unreliable" stereotype. Not as true as people think

[@Wunderbaumsporting]

Please keep up the stereotype so that I’ll still be able to buy cheap alfas in the future! 🤫

[@JoeWuhPuh]

Love how Rory was the only person not to cheat and they smashed his fucking car up lmao

[@AutoalexCars]

Serves him right

[@roydellago]

Taylor making a profit off of putting those parts on his car is actually legendary, what a man.

[@Totally_notWillowplayz]

Chish and fips had me rolling 😆 keep up with the great work

[@shellvlogs132]

Me too 😂😂

[@BrettCahill]

I feel like I'm fully invested into Taylor's mini at this point, I need to know it's going to be okay 😭

[@conmcgrath7174]

Well Taylor is certainly invested in it! Maybe restrict the next engine?

[@louissanderson719]

Pretty sure I saw them fixing it on Instagram

[@si_h44]

i love how rory has now become a full on member and aint just the camera guy no more

[@Seb590]

Just not that fun on camera… He’s no Ethan or Jack.

[@2BuckShot]

@@Seb590doesnt need to be, i find him perfectly normal

[@m.h.5400]

@@Seb590 Nah he's perfectly fine.

[@bahmad5052]

Yo mans from Brum, so naturally his my guy!

[@Cheekywoz93]

@@Seb590personally I feel like Alex hard carried carthrottle. Jack is very awkward on camera.

[@GoodJobLittleBuddy]

I had a clubman JCW which broke down on a monthly basis, but i absolutely adored it! I feel your pain Taylor

[@notmanynamesleft]

I think if my car let me down every month it would see some petrol and matches

[@mancsblue]

I definitely think Taylor's car deserves an engine I genuinely felt for the big guy

[@jimmyalex206]

i agree it does definitely deserve it

[@bobbybawbager]

He looked absolutely devastated!! 😢

[@Multiply187]

Let's just take a moment to appreciate the level of content here - I literally can hardly wait for the next episode, shaking with excitement, and It's obviously not pre-planned or scripted even approximately

[@HJCars]

impressive how taylor flipped those cars for the parts. Definentally a knowledgeable guy

[@MrManBuzz]

The market for rare optional parts for these cars is insane. Those JCW Sparcos Taylor have are incredibly rare, especially the rear seats. He'd have people fighting him to get them.

[@cvwright]

The chemistry between you 3 is incredible, so is the content. The Clarkson, Hammond and May era is sadly over now, but I’m looking forward to the Alex, Taylor and Rory era!

[@Seb590]

Just miss the Ethan, Jack and Alex era. Those three need to make another road-trip

[@MrPinnocci]

Yessssss

[@cvwright]

@@Seb590 CarThrottle vs Auto Alex road trip would be awesome

[@termalss]

Alex and the team, i just want to say that you lads are doing an insane job. Thank you all for the effort you put in these videos!!

[@maximusdecimus111]

One of the best youtube videos of all time. This is up there with the best stuff done by the famous trio, on a fraction of the budget. Alex, Taylor, Rory - thank you, you are all glorious.

[@Hayaweh]

As someone who's car died (lost the clutch release bearing) on a trip from Sweden to France (probably because I pushed hard on the Autobahn as well). I can relate to Taylor's feelings :') It's painful

[@stewbayldon6582]

As a mini fan and owner myself, seeing Taylors love that car is exactly the reason why we drive them. Reliability is very questionable but they still make you smile! No doubt, Taylor will get it fixed and running again! If you ever want to do anything with one of the biggest mini clubs in the country with 900 members from classic cars to the very recent minis for a video let me know and we can get something organised!!

[@ChrisHudsonVlogs]

Truely epic and I’m half way through, natural not over acted just three mates having fun! Top work boys more please

[@jespervedelrieper1992]

Hey guys, I’ve been laying in bed sick for some time now and a video like this just saves my day! So thank you for what you are doing, makes me exited to work on my car once I get fresh again!😊

[@MrMylesXD]

Get well soon dude!

[@cjdj1993]

Get well soon shagger

[@MrAjjm65]

Get well soon, fellow petrolhead

[@jespervedelrieper1992]

@@MrMylesXD tanks M8!

[@jespervedelrieper1992]

@@cjdj1993 Thanks!

[@timruss3555]

Taylor was so devastated. I hope that Mini get's fixed. I need to see it lapping the ring!!

[@Ironraven001]

This is top tier content! Despite all the shenanigans it's clear you're all really good friends, I can't get enough, well done lads, great series.

[@Propulus]

Maisy should also have gotten a name overlay in the intro, the shot was perfect.

[@CreamAle]

Alex and Taylor are the best married couple on KZbin. Simple as that. Going off on his own was by far the best decision Alex made. Absolute chef's kiss.

[@liampaddick2242]

As someone who owns a Mini, has put thousands into it and still has it die at massively inconvenient times, I 100% relate to Taylor’s reaction! Really hoping it gets sorted in time! 🤞

[@ckjayasekara]

TBH this is better than most TopGear road trips. Great stuff guys!!

[@alasdairfinlayson]

BS

[@TARWCreations]

Taylor you are an absolute LEGEND!!!!!!!!

[@sib0183]

Alfa challenge, YES PLEASE (with Rory also)! Side note, the channel keeps going from strength to strength. One of the best automotive channels on KZbin. Well done guys, and thank you!

[@idealist420]

17:05 I love how Rory’s watch is worth more than all three cars combined. That’s a Rolex Milgauss Anniversary Green Crystal Reference 116400 GV

[@jonathansmith5850]

Taylor is an absolute scheming budget finding genius!

[@deluxfender]

I have to admit, I didn't think Taylor would flip this, but to his credit, he did a very good job

[@FreeThinkingTruther]

You're in good hands Taylor, I seem to remember a certain someone crying his eyes out when Phil blew up and had to be left at the ring...

[@Brurgh]

that is a man who knows his market. knowing minis with the original bits sell for more than with expensive replacements!

[@capello1986]

Feel so sorry for Taylor, he’s such a great and likeable lad. We’ve all been there but just not 1000 miles away in a different country. Keep your head up big guy

[@LG23223]

Rory wearing a merc T-shirt in a Beemer is the funnest thing 😂

[@oncoman2]

This channel just gets better and better. Love the dynamic of you three. Keep it up, this stuff is brilliant.

[@jaekae1123]

It’s clear that Alex has always wanted that trio dynamic and since gaining his own channel he has created his perfect trifecta! Definitely love Rory’s Beemer. Obviously Alex is the OG comedic. Taylor is absurdly funny and I’m so glad that Rory has joined the team he rounds off the group perfectly. He is also hilarious too. I can’t wait to see more humour.

[@cllris]

Loving this series. The balance is perfect. Please do an Alfa challenge!

[@P45K141N3N]

As a response to Alex @24:45 I as a proud Finn was a huge Mika Häkkinen fan. I mean my countrymen used to grill a "Schumi schwein" at Hungaroring GP.

[@M17_Max]

Putting money into an R53 isn’t a bad idea, appreciating in value and will only consider to do so. Taylor has the right idea! Looks mint

[@gwengo4167]

Poor Taylor, I feel really bad for him. He got that far. Out of all those cars to go around the Nurburgring in, I would want to do it in the mini. Great series guys, really looking forward to the next episode 👌🏻❤️

[@SwietyJunior]

Out the 3 the mini is the best looking, I 🤞hope it makes it

[@joshuaminke6629]

i gotta say that z4 is stunning. i think it looks better than the current one. just love the shape

[@tractorguy1994]

love the R53. think it's quite funny how he got all his performance parts

[@imaner76]

You guys are just getting better and better. The content keeps upping it's game! In short, (not as short as Alex...) you guys are smashing it!

[@Jahmed5635]

Got to give it to Taylor! He used his initiative and flipped a few motors, the bloke is smart 😂

[@davelee8684]

My heart goes out to Taylor after all the effort he has put in and has the best car, not biased at all being another R53 owner and loving what he has done to his R53 and wanting to do similar to mine. There are apparently two other cars in the videos but I don’t see much of them as I fast forward to Taylor’s Mini!!!!! Only joking here’s keeping my fingers crossed he gets it sorted but an R53 with a busy engine still has more street cred than the other two!!!!!!

[@Vlog4dogs]

Taylors finger when he drinks the cackimel 😂😂

[@whosyourmate8292]

Taylor: I don't know what's wrong 🤷‍♂️ Also Taylor: I was doing 140mph IN A MINI.... 🤦‍♂️🤣

[@JIMQINN12138]

I don't know when My 04 R53 will blow up, but I am already saving money for that...

[@WAP295]

What a great video. Story telling, editing, drama ... Your friendship and the love to the cars are sweating from every seconds.

[@mustangandsalty903]

I’ve been on a standard r50 copper doing 125, I know it’s all giggles but those cooper s are no joke man they can be beasts

[@SWR_Quackula]

Well, I suppose that's what happens when you tart up your car too much 😂

[@jreererer8490]

It's so annoying how alex and rory didnt get 6000 more budget and set their cars up too...

[@ethanharvey6964]

I’m 21 just got myself a 2019 cooper S and watching Taylor’s over the last few videos was the main inspiration. It is turbo charged rather than supercharged but I’ll tell you its the thing I’ve ever done. It’s so god damn fun to drive, looks the part and I just love the way it feels.

[@EverythingGaming]

I have to admit, I've never been a fan of these mini's, HOWEVER, Taylor's one looks the part, sounds the part, and looks like great fun and I really want it!! Once its fixed that is...

[@milesmansfield]

I think the reason people prefer this over the new top gear is because it’s not trying way to hard to be the same as Clarkson, Hammond and May top gear, it’s doing the same stuff as the old top gear but in its own, different, way

[@ResevoirGod]

The humour and incidents don’t come across as scripted is a main reason

[@milesmansfield]

@@ResevoirGod that too is probably a contributing factor

[@lcw2007]

Please do the alfa version of this, that would be amazing. I cant wait to see it which way you all choose :)

[@Simon-xc5oy]

It will be interesting. I will be taking bets on which one breaks down first. How bad it is. And how much it will cost. I will never understand this love of Alfas....they are....well....for the money you spend on getting one, you can get a better more reliable car and looks are very much a case of beauty is in the eyes of the beholder. Take the Alfa badge off most of them and you could be looking at anything....

[@lcw2007]

@@Simon-xc5oy they are the most amazing cars for about 15 mins and that is just part of them haha. your not wrong there lots of car that are more reliable but they are not Alfas.

[@Simon-xc5oy]

@@lcw2007 Very good. But why is this the case? What makes an Alfa? In that it makes grown men start drooling about how amazing they are. Most of them that I have seen look like a variation on a Vauxhall Astra! Then there are the older classic ones. All expensive, all with massive faults and all unreliable and with such a reputation that most people avoid them. Go back in the mists of time, there must have been a reason why people think they are great. But I missed it. An Alfa is the very definition in real life, of that moral / fable tale of the Emperors New Clothes.....

[@MrGuitarko]

Paused the video on 2:49 just to give a kudos to my man Taylor. Not only for being so bloody awesome co-host, tasteful MINI modder, and sharp-looking fella (weekly haircut does the job), but also for bringing so much space for potential modes of Miata and Z4! Thank you, Taylor. You've done great 👌 I adore the little MINI, and I love the fact that it never stops to get better ❤ Thanks for giving the other 2 guys a positive role model 😊

[@markgerrie1904]

If that is real drama and that mini gets a new engine and does a lap of the nurbergring...that will be the the most entertaining and sensational video series I've ever seen by any KZbin car show.

[@williambrown319]

Before even starting, I'm putting a fiver on it being Alex that blows his car up.

[@anon7661]

You owe me a fiver

[@BubbaGTi]

Someone didn't pay attention

[@lbnewell23]

Guess we know who isn’t following them on Instagram 😂

[@williambrown319]

Well sh*t i was wrong.

[@schrodingerscat8621]

I’ll let you know where you can send that monkey😂

[@neoanderson7]

You never spend that much money modding a BMW. It’ll go sideways faster than you expect. Thankfully the other 2 could complete the journey without any incidents. 😉👍🏻 Interested to see the 3rd episode. 🙂

[@theycallmemrboombastic6870]

The mini is a bm as well

[@GERntleMAN]

Man, poor Taylor. Know that feeling. For our vacation I repaired our TT which didn't run in three years only for the TÜV to not be quick enough with the Eintragung of coilovers and wheels. But hey, an injured sinnue and two weeks of lying under the car in oil and all for naught. I feel you Taylor

[@sylvainr.399]

Alex, you’ve put together the absolutely perfect A-team….well done my (would love you to be!) friend!!! If you ever come to Canada, you have to let me know, I’ll show you a great automotive time! Cheers!

[@ev3lynxx._]

just now realising that taylor is one of my favourite people ever 🤣 he shares my level of pettiness and he's got me saying chish and fips 😑

[@John_3_16]

Do you also say seated heats?

[@ev3lynxx._]

@@John_3_16 unfortunately, yes 🤣🤣

[@RollinRoadsUK]

I felt so sorry for Taylor! We all know what it's like to have a car die on us, we try not to get emotionally attached but it happens anyway. Really excited to see the next episode! P.S as an Alfa 166 owner, I would bloody love to see an Alfa challenge!!

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

I had a 166, sold it 13 years ago, still miss it.

[@RollinRoadsUK]

@@Jabber-ig3iw I have fallen completely in love with mine! I never really wanted the 166 for looks but I was desperate for the BUSSO engine. Now I have the car I am completely smitten by its looks! Fabulous looking car and driving it is heaven! They are getting rare now but I think the odd bargain may still be out there? 👍

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

@@RollinRoadsUK my only advice is look after it, don’t expect it to be like a Ford or Vauxhall that you can skip servicing, treat it well and it should treat you well, find yourself a good independent Alfa specialist. They were rare when I had mine I can only imagine how rare they are now. Mine was grey with 3litre Busso, cream Momo leather, full bespoke stainless exhaust and I imported some teledial alloys that were an option with the zender body kit, fantastic car, I’d have another in a heartbeat if the opportunity presented itself.

[@RollinRoadsUK]

Sounds beautiful! I was literally underneath mine yesterday on a ramp and checking over for any signs of rot or leaking! Found my transmission was a little over filled too so il be double checking everything now! The seats are some of the best I've ever sat in! Mine are the black MOMO and they really do feel special. I feel very lucky to own such a car and plan to keep it for many many years to come 👍

[@reviveiphone]

Honestly, the banter, the editing, the comic timing. This should be on Dave its absolutely brilliant.

[@OttomanDrifter91]

Taylor is the Spiffing Brit of automotive youtube, he would be very proud

[@logicreversed18t]

When things go wrong for real it shows how obvious the "fake" problems are, because THAT was a genuinely grumpy Taylor and we delight in his suffering!

[@MrManBuzz]

I actually felt genuinely bad for him because it was clearly not scripted. If it was me bringing my R53 to the Ring and it blew up a few minutes away I'd be devastated.

[@Jahmed5635]

I love the lairy way you guys go about filming etc, proper old top gear style, I rate it !!!

[@brandonrobson6068]

That mini is the best mini I’ve seen. I would love to have one like that 😍😍😍

[@cillianmcmahon8785]

The drama makes this so much better

[@CGDeluxe]

That is the shiniest car I’ve ever seen. Let’s hope the new PU goes in in time

[@Dunkelzeitgeist]

This is the best episode you've done yet, the editing, direction, writing absolutely everything, perfection 👌🏻

[@murry001]

lol i'm glad you guys found an engine, that mini was far too nice to leave it.

[@nicksharpe8487]

This is bloody brilliant! You guys had me crying. Cant wait for the next vid! 😂😂😂 great job guys!

[@bigcountrykris4444]

Netflix, prime, somebody needs to sign these lads up, better than grand tour.

[@fabio0816]

I've been waiting weeks for this video and it was just as epic as i thought it would be. Can't wait for part 2!

[@paulmullan6893]

The bonnet falling on his head at the end UUGGGHHHHHH 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@edwilliams4581]

Everyone's rooting for Taylors mini! Is that a World first? There is nothing funnier than trying to "cheer up" a really pissed off mate with "helpful" banter, is that a uniquely British thing? Brilliant episode, top content, well done you guys.

[@ConfusedStu]

As someone who proudly owned a 140bhp diesel Alfa 147 for 12 years, and have now owned a 230bhp remapped diesel Alfa Giulia for the past year - you guys absolutely need to do an Alfa Romeo buying challenge! Please, please, please!!!

[@connormatthews522]

Taylor gushing over the little cooper on the motorway early on bless him haha

[@walshgavin8]

These lads are youtube gold...more of the 3 of yous together...taylor is epic..felt fir him..that is ine cracking Mini and needs ro lap the ring

[@oomstu]

I wish the Beeb would pick you guys up for a series, such great chemistry chaps. Love the channel, keep it up.

[@RX7GOD]

Poor Taylor, just spent 9 or 10k on the mini, flipped cars and gone so far for it to all go wrong. Respect for Alex for somehow finding an engine for him!

[@marshyhd1406]

Look at Taylor’s little finger when he drinks his drink 😂😂😂 13:45

[@dadcars]

Not often you genuinely laugh out loud while watching videos but this is god 👏😅

[@Mclovinthedank]

This series just keeps getting better! its like top gear without a plan or script!

[@JStryker7]

The red sticker on Alex’s windshield makes it look like he has a pink/red bow tie on his head

[@Ian-p]

Love this channel so much, I have never anticipated a video so much in my life! Keep up the awesome content guys, and I'm praying for Taylors mini 🙏😄

[@David-es8sg]

Taylor is a legend! One of the few people who makes you laugh out loud!

[@gislemark79]

"Cish n Fhips" LMAO BIG TIME!!! Taylor is THE BEST!!!

[@simontallboy209]

I think the whealing and dealing to get the parts was awesome, especially since he made money selling the cars he got the parts from. Shows what can be done using your head rather than just showing up at a shop and buying the bits. Well done!