Cleaning A Disaster "VANDALIZED" Repo Car For Auction!

[@TheDetailGeek]

Always a good story when a repo car rolls in 🤣 Gotta say the BMW turned out looking fantastic and is ready for a new life with someone who will hopefully treat it a little better….😄 Have a great weekend everyone!!

[@joelbuchanan471]

You added a lot of value to this car. It will sell for much more now at auction. The new owners will be thrilled. 💜

[@lilliethornton9353]

You have a great weekend as well!!!

[@cynthiahopkins7090]

I am curious and wondering why don't Mitch of The Detail Geek's business card to left on the windshield of the Auction Co. Just the tips! 😎

[@lilliethornton9353]

@@cynthiahopkins7090 that's a good question! 😅

[@shastriramroop4815]

Are there any videos where it's show in real time and not sped up? 🙈

[@tayw7537]

I’ve been watching you for a while now and I finally detailed my car today. It was so much work and you’re amazing for doing this for a living. Thank you for teaching us!

[@victornthiiri477]

That bmw is so beautiful. It's a good thing the paint and interior didn't get ruined. Side note, kindly show us in a future video on how to clean the headliner.

[@TheCoolOwen]

When I was 18 years old in 2003 I received a promotional postcard from Godiva Chocolates, test drive any BMW at any Milwaukee-area dealership, receive a free 2-lb box of Godiva Chocolates. I test drove a new 330xi. Salesman let me take the drive alone because there were so many people test driving for the free chocolates. I got my certificate for the free chocolates a month later, and it was over $60 of truffles. BMW and Godiva never ran that promotion again. 😂 🍫

[@ravenlit]

Godiva truffles? Sounds like heaven, honestly.

[@ooinvsaoo]

I remember this! I walked into the dealership, and I was 100% out of place, the salesperson said “chocolate coupon?” I nodded he said “ I’ll just sign it” and I was like 👍🏾

[@eveb446]

WOW!!!!! That, white, BMW, was gross! Thank you for making it look like new again. Have a great weekend, Mitch.

[@jzap8201]

This BMW will look good for the auction, but repoed cars are usually neglected mechanically. I hope the high bidder doesn’t get fooled by how shiny it is.

[@bobbipetty7411]

That's the risk you take at auctions

[@JDM_Fanatic]

Right?! The damn tires are dry rotted. Doesn't bode well for the drivetrain at all.

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

It should probably need a lot of work. Full service, new tires / brakes, etc. And maybe work on the emerging rust underneath the doors.

[@jasonpoletta1797]

No need to worry these cars go for pennies at auction lol

[@kenny10100]

Well if the buyer does overpay, Mitch did a great job! 😂

[@105kyl_e36]

As a BMW owner myself, I’ve seen many of Mich’s detailing videos and enjoyed every one. But this has to be my favourite.💪🏽

[@TheDetailGeek]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Cristi81272]

Agree! I've owned several over the past few years (one was a white 320i with black interior) and I loved seeing this care come back to life!

[@schoonergirl2658]

You’re lucky, anyone who would throw mud all over their car if they know it’s going to be repoed could have covered it in something far worse than mud. Something requiring an outdoor power wash! Absolutely nothing surprises me anymore. I’m so glad you see these as challenges as they make for outstanding videos! Great job!

[@TheDetailGeek]

Haha that’s very true! 😆

[@leonb2637]

Yes, like run it by a manure spreader. Serious stank and messy. Thankfully that was the case here.

[@jeremysales1232]

My buddy bought a low mileage repo Volvo from copart. They were using it as a human toilet. Yeah. Poo. Everywhere.

[@Tmrfe0962]

Not only this, can you imagine all the “maintenance “ it’s had….

[@jenniferhart559]

The stereotype about polite Canadians holds up with this car; he only threw mud on it as vandalism, when he could've spray painted, keyed the paint, etc.

[@moniquem32]

Thank you for restoring her dignity she looks incredible. Hopefully she’ll find a better home. I watch your videos often and I’ve learned A LOT more about auto detailing and I have put that knowledge to good use! Thank you!❤

[@RustyCar]

I hear ya! I inherited a 2003 Buick Century that had been misused & neglected the last 3 years. I put a lot of money, time, effort and elbow grease into bringing the car back to life and yes, restoring her dignity. I have always thought that about cars, too. Silly maybe, but kind of true.

[@phoenix11185]

Ya'know, if I were to own a BMW I would never treat it the way this car was treated. People are strange. Awesome work as always!

[@TheDetailGeek]

Thank you!

[@phoenix11185]

@@TheDetailGeek Anytime, and on a personal note, you have inspired me in times past to do better and be better. I'm sure I'm not alone in that.

[@enochpowel3030]

Great job but buffing the faded headlights would have made a big difference to the front of the car and the light performance.

[@SL-of9nl]

This is second time I have watched engine bay cleaning process by Mitch. It's nice to see when your asks were not ignored. Thanks Detail Geek😊

[@DiannaChamp-nn1xv]

I saw your website Matt, I asked a question but after I noticed some comments people have made about you and your business that says a lot about you the way you handle your business and you as a business owner. All I can tell you is I wish I lived near by to get my car detailed by you, I'm in the U.S.

[@kylefox666]

Just finished work and this is a treat to come home and see a new upload

[@boots8562]

10:07 Hey Yo! One more win for The Bad Guy! RIP Scott Hall

[@davidhuston495]

Finding that was 'too sweet'. 🤘

[@KillaKilaKlouds]

That poster could be worth some good money

[@meatbagc1476]

What a pleasure to wake up to! You've helped me learn how to detail my own oldie car. No longer a beater! I learned from the best.

[@АннаКулешова-э6ф]

Формат съёмки ШИКАРНЫЙ! Всё показано, но ускорено. Смотреть очень приятно. Ничего лишнего. Спасибо большое!

[@phillysdetailinggarage]

As a detailer myself; when I get a car that looks like this it makes me wonder, what does the inside of their house look like?!?!?!

[@ravenlit]

I doubt you'd be able to see it, what with all the marijuana odor and smoke.

[@p0_0kie_001]

BMW E46, E39 and E38. The pinnacle of ultimate driving machine.

[@B501R]

Don't be too dramatic.

[@douglasb.1203]

They're not. The 3, 5, and 7 series of this era of BMW are balanced to perfection.

[@B501R]

@@douglasb.1203 the same people talk about before this era. 😅 Don't be to dramatic.

[@douglasb.1203]

@@B501R The dramatic thing is played out. Find another verb. They're perfect. You've obviously never owned or driven one. Sad and pathetic. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@SimbaTheGreat]

​@@B501Rthe E46 was used as a benchmark for the last Cadillac ATS. 2 generations of 3 series had surpassed that one and Cadillac chose the old one to benchmark. The ATS is one of their most engaging vehicles ever.

[@foapitbulls]

I like the engine bay wash.... just a side note, most pressure washers have a rinse feature or a setting to turn the jet down. Works nice for rinsing the soap off. I hit the engine with a blower to dry it quick. If you don't have a blower try a hair dryer or use the vacuum cleaner. The vacuum pipe will fit on the "exhaust" whole making it a blower.

[@kellyfoster8903]

❤❤❤ Since I started driving, I have always kept a clean car. Recently I was watching my neices and when they got in, i asked them not to be touching the windows because I had just detailed my truck. Well, halfway home, I looked in the rear view mirror and the younger one had her hands all over the glass. I called her name out and asked her why she was doing that since i nicely asked them not to. She would not answer me. I told her that it was going to be alright. When i got home, i told her to stay seated and grabbed my glass cleaner and a blue shop towel, i sprayed the window and handed her the towel and told her to get to cleaning 😂. I told her to do it right or she would be there cleaning it until it was cleaned. Needless to say, on the way home she kept her hands off the window. I had told her that I keep all my cleaning products in my truck so that any mess she makes, she would clean. Not all my items are in my truck but she doesn't need to know that 😂. It is not to early to make kids understand the results of their actions. She does go to school, so I just extended her lessons for the day. I explained to her that a clean vehicle is a safe vehicle. Dirty windows can lead to an accident. If you cannot see clearly how can you be safe, i explained to her. She hasn't touched the windows since. I even told her that I was proud of her and gave her candy and sent her inside her mommas house 😂

[@user-oz4fq3he4r]

I love the final reveals, the music and slow pan is everything. You do amazing work.

[@jamesh1641]

Never buy a high line car at auction unless you get a pre and post sale inspection with a right to return. And for all my American friends here never buy a car marked “prev Canadian” at a US auction. You’ll regret every dollar.

[@jonnoannells2218]

I used to do a bit of detailing, not much but enough to get a feel of different carpets in cars, but I now work as a technician apprentice at BMW and it easily some of the easiest carpets I’ve had to clean, mess just comes out so easy

[@dortheahilmar497]

You did a great job and I hope it gets a great owner who takes good care of it.

[@rhollyday]

Very satisfying cleaning video! I appreciate your positive attitude when facing such a difficult and offensive job.

[@stefanschneider3681]

This video is the perfect showcase.for all the skills you have. On one hand the thorough detailing, making this car looking absolutely perfect again. On the other hand your talent in filming and editing, making it such a joy to watch every time you post another video. THX 👍👏👏👏😅!

[@koksuckr8377]

I admire all the effort & passion you put in with the in-depth detail of cleaning cars that come to you making sure they look as much as brand new they can when they leave, I miss such detail cleaning out here in Mumbai India. You're awesome at what you do.

[@raheem_mustapher]

You've brought this poor BMW back to life again, good job! Loved the soundtrack.

[@TheDetailGeek]

Thanks a lot!

[@KamalSinno]

Best 3 series ever made. I’m from Lebanon, you can see this car on our roads still running. Built to last as long as you don’t drift with it and screw it up.

[@gruggerduggerhoose]

That poor beemer deserves far better than her previous owner. Glad she’s now been bathed and pampered by our fav detailin boi

[@Fusionawdecoboost2016]

Someone is going to get a great car from the auction. Would be a great project car. A manual swap and some suspension work. Those cars are pretty easy to work on, oem and aftermarket parts are everywhere for them. Great work Mitch.

[@tastyrecipesonabudget1689]

Scott Hall (NWO Wrestler) passed away …the guy probably wishes he at least grabbed the signed poster…. What a moment of rage he must of had to trash the car…. At least it cleans up nice,will probably sell well at the auction… great video.💕 👏🏾👏🏽👏🏼👍🏼👍🏽👍🏾

[@Wiley1ne]

Came here to say this. nWo 4Life!

[@thebabyofcakes6893]

RIP to the Bad Guy.

[@JUVI9596]

I miss WCW

[@Paul_Allaker8450]

Good work pal, although I would have used a cutting compound to bring those opaque headlights back from the dead. Great work! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@chrisbeck7169]

I just want Mitch to know that whenever I put on a DG mix at bedtime, I sleep better. Thanks for that and I hope for your continued success.

[@raphaelszok8561]

Several years ago my brother bought a repo Mazda truck from his credit union. After a few days he smelled something that smelled funny. He looked everywhere so he pulled the seat out and there from one end to the other and there was a dirt spread was a dirt trail and in that dirt there was weed growing in it.

[@toyotacorollaaltis8613]

Thats a new one since when does weed grow in cars

[@toyotacorollaaltis8613]

And was it like small pots or was it just dirt and somehow was deep enough for weed to root in and grow in there

[@geekchick4859]

It’ll grow in the carpet people. 🤦‍♀️

[@flipflip9996]

My first car is a 2004 BMW 325xi Touring. I still have it, after a small restoration it looks like new again. I love these things, and they're not getting cheaper with time.

[@dauntlessg4ming]

Its always interesting to hear people talk about cleaning engine bays.... some say use hose, some say pressure washer. Personally I think (with a little attention to detail) the pressure washer is safer as there is LESS water being poured on the engine/electronics vs the water hose. Either way there are areas to stay away from under there....

[@corunnarailwayline7130]

Been high pressuring engine bays for 20 odd years and have never had an issue. People worry about nothing

[@RustyCar]

@@corunnarailwayline7130- I worry about it. LOL!! I inherited a 2003 Buick Century and the engine compartment is a mess. I’ve slowly been cleaning & wiping down things by hand, but not getting very far. It’s a 3.1L V6. Runs good & smooth.

[@customX09]

@@corunnarailwayline7130 Lucky you. I've had 2 piezo-injectors fried from water getting to them after a wash

[@Icantthinkofaname-qk3fs]

@@corunnarailwayline7130 And you will never have an issue cause when there is one you blame everything but yourself

[@Turi2400]

I love your videos and have been so obsessed with watching them to relax and even fall asleep sometimes, since it’s so relaxing to watch these videos I wish you put more relaxing and soft music in the background so people can use it to de-stress too, or even have more relaxing music in some of the videos instead of all videos having this fast energetic music, personally it would just make watching them either volume such a better experience, because you put such hard work into this so just thought to leave a suggestion I’m sure some people have thought of before too! keep up the amazing work ✨

[@lilliethornton9353]

😳 😂 this is ridiculous ! Just like always "PERFECTION"

[@Babybeann98]

I have a 2005 325i, watching this has me motivated to give her a good warsh. Love the channel 💓

[@TheDetailGeek]

Right on!

[@kellysumey]

Hey Detail Geek, I love seeing your details all the time!! I always love the before and after shots of the details! I can't wait to see more details every week!! ❤❤❤

[@TheDetailGeek]

Glad you like them!

[@kellysumey]

@@TheDetailGeek Me too!!!

[@jayceec3539]

I detail clean my vehicle interiors to showroom quality regularly. It calms+ satifies my o.c.d.

[@Brain-BoxOfficial]

Love the music choice for this video!

[@TheDetailGeek]

Thank you!

[@Bell207B]

Much better than that rap type 'music' he usually selects at the end when videoing the end result. Oops - spoke too soon.

[@llewellynbooysen]

WHAT AN AMAZING TRANSFORMATION. GOOD JOB MAN

[@dawncoleman8943]

I can't tell you how much it gives me so much joy to watch you clean these vehicles love it you do such an amazing job🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

[@TheDetailGeek]

Thank you so much!

[@denizb1172]

i love that Car. E46 ist very reliable, especially the M54 engine. White color is perfect for this E46. Good work. Very satisfying to watch

[@MatthewHajjar-Betters591]

That nWo poster signed by Scott Hall really got my attention! *Sighs* We still miss him…

[@julieedmonds3479]

I wonder if the previous owner did anything that wasn't superficial to sabotage it? Great job as always, Mitch.

[@darius2640]

Who is financing a 2000 bmw 328i in 2024?

[@80srenaissance67]

It's a 325i

[@michaelhylanddpt]

Right?!

[@acebell1905]

Title loan

[@milesonwheels8127]

This person probably had a co-signer. Should have bought a $1k and learn how to fix it. Cause that bimmer is probably a$6k not more than 8k depending on mileage.

[@pmugarura]

Somebody with bad credit - subprime loan most likely

[@GeorgeD1975]

Holy sugar I'm completely dumbfounded at the result of this transformation Mitch!!!! Im completely speechless on how awesome this car looks!!!!

[@MarcovanZyl-rc3mg]

I can imagine the previous owner looking at this video and watching the keys he lost a few months ago found only to be thrown away.😂

[@TheDetailGeek]

🤣

[@jessicakyte5628]

That end song during the finished detail is honestly amazing. The best song by far ❤❤ 😂😂

[@igorthome9]

A big hello from Brazil! 🤙🏽🤙🏽

[@deloreandmc88]

Shitzil*** the BMW would likely get stolen there lol

[@poisonbeardsept85]

​@@deloreandmc88You speak as if there was only crime in Brazil...

[@poisonbeardsept85]

I'm Brazilian too 👊🏻

[@1980maranda]

Your detail videos are far superior to anyone else’s. Great job Mitch!

[@TheDetailGeek]

Appreciate that!

[@siphomogale779]

Hahaha debts will make you crazy , great cleaning 😂😂😂

[@TheDetailGeek]

Lol you’re probably right 😂

[@trinitywright7122]

You know I really do like your videos. You made this look so incredibly nice. It looks like a good used car now. Not like an old used car. I mean like a good one. I have always taken exceptional care of my vehicles now. The truck I have right now is a Toyota Tacoma which was pre-owned and I wish I had a detailer like you near me to detail that truck because it would be a real hot rod. I like your dedication and I like the way that you do your videos. Not too long. Not too much talking. They're just right. You know like the porridge the Goldilocks had.😊😊 And my favorite is where you did your mom's car. Where you did your mom's car. I think you got your dad out of deep hot water there.❤

[@Toesycodmobile]

Every time I watch I think he misses a spot but it’s my screen with dirt 😂😂 love your videos bro love them PS. Ima clean my screen now

[@TheDetailGeek]

Haha, glad you enjoy the videos!

[@amberallen4181]

Lol me too 😂

[@MyName-mi8qr]

When you run the steamer over the doorcards, and the speaker vents, can you explain how you protect the speakers or do you normally never see issues?

[@Destroyer-4386]

Seeing an e46 in that condition breaks my heart. There aren't many left. Hope the new owner takes care of it

[@jcalpha2717]

The no water in the engine bay is probably a holdover from a time when water on the ignition system could be disastrous. Also, some car wash companies prohibited washing your engine because of getting oil in their bay and drains. The old cars were notorious for oil leaks.

[@thinkpinkSTL_est90]

SLAYED another one!.. 😍

[@robertshrewsbury5067]

To me, it almost looks like they threw potting soil on the car. Glad to see you were able to do a good job of renewal and that your work quality is known of, so you were called to work on it. I can admire that BMW used good carpeting and so that after many years and poor care, it is likely going to look well after cleaning. It is a pleasure to see your skills and knowledge coming together to do a beautiful recovery.

[@csabafrancziszti4461]

Friday traditions 🍺

[@al84921]

Your playlist is as good as your cleaning job. Awesome!!!

[@ottomanbeatsofficial]

thats not "vandilized" you just threw some dirt on it

[@Xavier_Cano]

Can you imagine and all those fast food junk he normally takes out the car is just his after he’s done eating. 😂

[@whocen]

And that dog must be hairless now… 😂

[@Divibabu-we1gs]

Ur right lollllllllll😅

[@BBgunX22]

You should start doing the headlights too. Just takes some sanding and polishing to make them crystal clear again. Then the car will really look new. Headlights really age a car.

[@foxrod34]

i really dont understand why people treat there second most expensive purchase in life like this.

[@TheBlindArcher.]

Bc those same people treat the most expensive purchase in life even worse

[@luciw9928]

FANTASTIC job as always, Mitch!! Thank you for another BEAUTIFUL upload!! Your videos are so relaxing to me!!! Keep up the AMAZING work!!! Have a FABULOUS weekend!!! Love you!! 🥰❤️🥰❤️

[@Steven5teven]

If that's how he keeps his car, What's his home like??

[@deenasmusicbox]

Mitch, I have a 2 part question. First, what were you using towards the end when you sprayed the trunk and hood, then wiped with a microfiber cloth? It was right after using a spray and clay. The second part is the headlights, I noticed that they looked very bad. Isn’t there something you can use for that, if so, what do you use/recommend? Thanks!!

[@superameen91]

Bro, literally put mud and dirt on a car before washing to make it look like so dirty

[@LAFACTORYCLIPS]

Stop hating. If you actually paid attention to the video, you’d know the dirt is real. Maybe try using your eyes next time instead of jumping to conclusions

[@Arthur5000]

Glad you got it looking decent again hopefully it goes well at the auction

[@yowekemos2549]

Looks like someone intentionally poured mud on it just for video show. 😂

[@philipmumford7871]

And totalled the interior? I'm going to think he wouldn't do this sort of thing for the channel. I'm sure this is genuine.

[@larsglania9244]

this BMW 325i is saying thank you to you Detail Geek i can hear the car telling you that it was waiting a long long time for a new wash up ! Nice video and i find it crazy how good and detailed you are in your own work do more of it !

[@SkepTones]

Idk man that dirt was ultra sus, and the repo story sounded very unconvincing to me. OH and you happen to have a channel all about working on your yard development, where you could conveniently get tons of dirt. My man is out here faking his content!

[@atlana2010]

So what if he is. You don’t have to watch it 🤷‍♀️

[@michellewurzbacher5235]

Have a question. Bought new used car today. Cloth grey seats are pretty stained. Toyota. What of your products would be best for cleaning car seats?

[@131dyana]

What a terrible mess. Thanks for sharing with us. God bless.

[@StrictWorld]

Under a minute gang 👇 (pin)

[@its_a_salt_ed]

It's detailers like you that are auction bidders nightmare. Kudos on a job well done

[@arcticenterprises2337]

So “someone” threw dirt on the car for a KZbin thumbnail

[@ravenlit]

I got super-excited about that nWo poster signed by Scott Hall. That's an excellent find. "Bad times don't last...but Bad Guys do."

[@danarhodes4519]

I’m glad to see you place the car seats on a table to clean them. Saves your back. 🤗

[@BriganteGarcia]

What's crazy is that the new owner will probably be like "Wow 20 years old and it's been so well looked after", unaware of the hell it's been through. Excellent work big man!

[@justdopemovementsphotograp7137]

Loving the music selection at the engine and interior clean,

[@jaywillet-cruz]

Hey Mitch, Wow, the BMW will be sold quickly at that auction. As Always Amazing!!!❤🥰❤️💯🔥

[@nancypurves587]

Holy Moses your a beast. What a fabulous job inside and out. Makes you want to jump up and go clean your car. I'm subscribing!

[@amandacalderon4023]

U will always blow my mind with ur transformations! Absolutely AMAZE BALLS!!

[@Orvatulvosqa]

The perseverance paid off, and the result was beyond expectations.

[@BreadCasket]

The car tells so much of a story about the previous owner. NwO poster was the icing on the cake for me.

[@apemoon1731]

I had an e46. It was the most reliable car I've ever owned. It was 23 years old when it finally gave up the ghost.

[@AlexanderSerret]

Can you please help me out if you have a video on how to take out cigarette smoke out of the AC system

[@alro3227]

I did a suv look like oil.but wasn't feel like heavy contamination. I did a test danm rag and some all purpose cleaning. Got clean fast...

[@pfsantos007]

To the new owner: Rust proof those inner panels with Rust-Check or Krown (a thin oily rustproofing that doesn't harden) ASAP, especially near those spots starting to rust. Use rust converter where accessible before that.

[@gordvanhorn4388]

Another great before/after results 👍. Mitch have you ever been asked to spot treat small areas of rust? If so what is your process. Cheers

[@pokedude104]

might be one of the best examples of polishing a turd right here. An 04 BMW even when looked after properly is going to serve up big repair bills before long but the dry rotted tires suggest this ones been neglected. Wouldn't touch it with a ten foot pole myself but I'm sure someone who knows what they're getting themselves into will be able to give it the attention it deserves

[@Vincent-ke5zn]

You're making Canada beautiful one vehicle at a time. I wish you could detail my Ford Focus

[@eduhernandez757]

Hey bro, I am a big fan of BMWs and I enjoyed the video like the others, thanks to you I learned a little more than you know, greetings and blessings from Monterrey Nuevo León Mexico 🇲🇽

[@MikyMays1]

Hey Detail Geek, just curious as to if its a must on wearing the mask when steaming the car inside, or is that just a personal preference. Looking at buying a steamer this week and was curious

[@elisabethhopson5639]

It looks like new! Bet it feels better now. Good luck to the new owner. Great job.🙂