Detailing this ABANDONED Mini Cooper! Can it be saved?

I Deep Clean & Detail this Abandoned Mouldy Mini Cooper which had been left to rot for 7 years. In this video I carry out a Deep Clean / Decon Wash on the bodywork using a citrus pre wash and Epic Automotive Snow Foam. After that I use Zesty Lemon Shampoo
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[@_stoatchaser]

A stout pair of wellington boots are the order of the day for you good Sir. It will save on a lot of those potty mouthed shenanigans

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I got wellies thank you. But I stupidly left them at home 😀

[@_stoatchaser]

@@epicautomotivedetailing doh 🙄

[@laurapalmerTDGE]

@@_stoatchaser - Should be in the car 24/7 or buy second pair...

[@karl3927]

Thank you for the video Dave. Cracking transformation of the Mini you did there. 👌👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Karl 🙏

[@md-detailing]

Great video and work as always Dave. i just started learning how to 1 stage polish on a Makita polisher,my black Renault Megane hasnt been polished in 10 years and has been resprayed mostly(didnt know that before buying and was in a minor front end collision,crash bar bent etc) and it looks phenomenal, the shine and color were back and the paint silky smooth and not harsh to the touch. I put gyeon wet coat on it and i think that will be fine, topping up with a quick detailer every 2 weeks :D

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks very much mate 🙏

[@sixtysecondsofstephens2386]

Great clean Dave, glad your back on the videos.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate happy to be back

[@pauljakeman]

That’s amazing work! Was suggested this and glad I clicked through!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you Paul

[@pauljakeman]

@@epicautomotivedetailing no worries at all mate, it’s like you bought it back from the dead.

[@supersaabclaire]

So satisfying! Epic job!!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks

[@neiltaylor62]

Nothing better than seeing the shit & dirt blasted off a light coloured car makes a very satisfying video. The mini looked like new after Daves magic hands done the work keep them coming Dave 💪👍😁

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Neil 🙏

[@connycatlady7429]

Great result. I would hav e loved to see th e reaction of the owner 😉

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

He was the mechanic who was watching. Was well happy. I have a new show coming out soon where owners will be joining me and we're doing it all properly

[@eamonkelly2792]

Hi Dave it's soooo good to see you back again, your products did an epic job on the mini 😷😷, can't wait to see what's next

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Eamon

[@DN76]

Great video Dave looks great is there a follow up to it for the interior cleaning of the mini? Also any video coming out with tips on washing a car when you can't use a hose pipe or pressure washer due to hosepipe ban in place? Thanks

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello the interior was immaculate so no need and yes I got a video coming soon on my other channel. (How to detail)

[@Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark]

Absolutely love mini’s I have a 2016 mini hatch 5dr in white silver

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Kinda wish I grew up around the older generation of minis that would have been good

[@Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark]

@@epicautomotivedetailing same I do I like the older ones but they ain’t practical for this day and age and don’t have modern comfort for winter

[@shanehiggins3033]

Not surprised it's sitting there like that God awful reliability

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

100% agree

[@Thecarman1994]

Hello Dave. Spent my life on building sites, so language isn't a new thing. BUT, you are better than that !

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Paul.

[@TheRhodes76]

Brilliant, love to see results like that 😀

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you very much 🙏

[@65obie]

You are hilarious, love your channel, yeah, I’ve been sprayed so many times by wind changes, I can actually recommend the best tasting snow foams on the market.🤣

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend. Some say hilarious. Most call me much worse 🤣

[@crazyforcars]

Yeah, I know, I'm one of a million people who say that. But as a "professional" car detailer you should not use a pressure washer in the engine bay. This could bring water to places it should not be and you don't want it to be. And snowfoaming the S-class right beside the Mini...well, at least questionnable 😊.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Those cars next to it are all broken 😅

[@MikesAutoDetailing]

Fantastic job

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Mike

[@jonnyluff33]

My god where have you been ? Its about time you gave us an epic length video Dave and as a reward I'll buy you a pack of toucan bars lol good job by the way.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hi mate I needed time out. KZbin doesn't exactly pay small KZbinrs well so my priorities are making sure the family have a roof over their heads so work had to come first. I have 2 channels now so all my how to videos are on there and this one is saved for these types of videos. My Christmas special is going to be mega

[@jonnyluff33]

Can't wait mate and don't forget if you get stuck for a subject vehicle the artist is always available or if you want you can have my vw van lol although to be fair that one is a mission. Keep it up Dave and be lucky

[@nealdunleavy]

I Love My Mini Cooper The Entire Way Ah

[@yakreb3855]

How much would you take for a job like this if it wasnt your friend

[@breakbreak200]

i’m interested in your service i live near houston texas could i send you pictures of my car please reply to me i love your work

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello I'm in UK thats not possible for me I'm afraid

[@jamienevill1768]

Reminds me of one I had that 'wasn't too bad' according to the elderly lady who hired me. Apart from it being a Nissan Tino instead of an Almera (same name, but bigger car), it was more algae than paint. I didn't have a storm to contend with though! Keep up the good work Dave. 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Jamie I'm back on the videos now

[@paulcloughton4000]

What a transformation, bet it was great cleaning that one.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

If it wasn't freezing cold lol

[@SonnyWolfSmiles]

Seeing that poor mini with all that mold on it made me cry almost, my dream car is a 2005 mini cooper s John cooper works with the supercharger, I know a lot of people will laugh but these little cars are cool.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No shame at all in Liking that car. In this world you can chose to have any dream car you want my friend 🙏

[@need4speed5353]

That's my dream car too. I have 2 R56s and Minis are all I'll ever own because they're so damn fun, even the base model. You have great taste in cars

[@nadinedenver742]

Just started my own mobile car valeting business.....going really well and the "maintenance valets" are fantastic idea. Most of my customers have signed up once a month 💎👍 thanks m8 great videos top class

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks very much. Good luck with your business

[@nadinedenver742]

@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks mate! Im on snap chat just for content, on ny second month of maintenance valets....wee buns 👌💎🤜🤛

[@marhilromano1838]

@@nadinedenver742 Hi mate do you have any advise for me? I am planning to start a valeting business and i am planning to use my own car. thanks.

[@jesterson28]

‘You’re dead to me’ actually made me laugh out loud 😂 great video 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks James 😃

[@decker0373]

What I like about this is the fact that you shown some other that you don't need 30 minutes of video. Great result too. 👏

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Lee. KZbin is so difficult to Keep people watching so shorter videos tend to be enough for most people. Plus everyone hates mid roll adverts so if the videos are shorter people are happier

[@nigelpayne4641]

That's one hell of a clean Dave, I hope you friend was happy, keep up the great work.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Nigel. Wish I had longer but it still came out ok

[@smacleansdetailing]

I like how h show the bits like the wind changing on us bro lol realism

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Gotta keep it real

[@darrenboston342]

You breath in & moan out a lot don’t ya🤔 Remove the battery, take the plates off…. Yeah your rite I wouldn’t use a pressure washer in the engine bay…. Steam only!👌 With milage I’d sell it!!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

only moan on camera. normally im the most polite wonderful person on the planet lol

[@Adam308d]

Just what I needed after a really shitty day. Looks fab mate, I had a Mini like this, same colour but in convertible.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Sorry to hear that. Feel your pain my day was stressful today

[@DG-EditsYT]

Pepper White

[@ezymedianetwork193]

Hi and thanks for uploading. What's the best way to clean an engine of any vehicle. Do I just go in with a pressure washer and spare everything except the battery 🔋 or there other things I've got to look out for. I wanna specialise in engine cleaning to support myself financially as an entrepreneur..thanks in advance

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

To be honest many modern engine bays can take a lot of pressure. I also use a steam a cleaner or just do it by hand with a citrus pre wash. it really depends on the type of engine that im working on

[@ezymedianetwork193]

@@epicautomotivedetailing thank you so much for the quick reply. Stay blessed and be safe

[@DG-EditsYT]

Aah "the great storm" the one my parents endured 24hrs a day they grew up with, ate, went to school and worked in 😂 Great video and humour BTW its very refreshing with everyone trying to be so serious these days worried about everything that might be looked upon as "not right or professional" 😂

[@onedaystrangerenough]

Incredible outcome well done Dave 😎👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks So much Paul

[@thedetailbay3933]

Nice turn around!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I should of turned around and gone home more like 🤣

[@Geeky_detail_reviews]

Excellent video Dave. Love the products

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks very much mate 🙏

[@danhomes4194]

Love it man!!!

[@marktrower2267]

Once again Dave a fantastic and informative video with you humour thrown in.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Mark. I don't think everyone likes the light hearted side of a serious topic but I enjoyed making this one.

[@Finnegeas]

My inner Karen is saying why you no use the anti moss flame thrower on the engine bay 😂😅😂 great vid as always

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

😂 inner Karen

[@rickydfc1977]

Impressive Dave!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Ricky

[@drany7]

Hi . Confused about not using citrus cleaner on plastics. But what about when pre washing the exterior plastics? Thanks

[@frankmetcalfe9391]

Brilliant video and job

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers Frank

[@kevwilliams1]

Bilt hamber auto wheel cleaner is probably the best I’ve used. Highly recommend it 👌🏻

[@bojanautocare8260]

2:08 at first i thought that the pressure washer was making weird noise 😄

[@angelomark1703]

Great stuff mate

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Angelo

[@rickyduff5573]

Hey buddy was great meeting you today just watching some of your videos thanks aswome bro glad I bumped into you

[@MensGroomingAdvice]

When you did the machine polish, were you using a DA or a rotary? I've yet to buy a machine and I 'thought' the best choice is a DA as it avoids swirls? Please correct me if that's wrong!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I use rotary mate. The vibrations froms da machines can cause health issues

[@lancetaylor6647]

Hi mate i know you have had a nilfisk before and im thinking of getting the 140 core but what would be a good snow foam lance for it. Thanks

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hiya I would look at the Ava's. So many options out there for all types of budgets.

[@lancetaylor6647]

Ok i was thinking about that to the p55 looks good

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@lancetaylor6647 I made a video on that against karcher and nilfisk

[@lancetaylor6647]

Yes i watched it. Just thinking of prhce as i only do it as a 2nd job. 1 to 2 cars a week. Thanks though mate

[@robbaker5720]

Great video, really shows off how good your products are.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks very much mate

[@antonywalker8837]

Wot !!!! No Dave's Dad !!!!!. Oh Yeah sorry I missed that one. I was in Bournemouth.😁

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

You were too busy having a holiday in a nursing home Dad.

[@mikehudson537]

What do you recommend to get off baked on brake dust? I've tried afew products but non of them seem to do it 😞

[@robsmithracing]

Remove the alloys and do them properly!!!!!!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Jesus Christ 😂. Just a few things 1. I had 4 hours to clean and polish the car. 2. I was filming so that takes ages to do as well. 3. It was for free so it wasn't a top job service 4. The wheels came out fine because I have a brilliant wheel cleaner. 5. I don't a pit crew like you 🤣

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hello Dave,what a difference,is that the same car😂😂,compared to it started the products done a excellent job.brilliant video.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Steven 😀🙏

[@sylanderhopkins6665]

The only person I've ever seen cover the important things under the hood 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

I only used cardboard lol. But thanks 😃

[@Crylhound]

It hurts to see a mini (or any car) neglected like this 😢

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Genuine story behind this one. Sadly the loss of a life can lead to this

[@Crylhound]

@@epicautomotivedetailing Yeah, sometimes there are valid reasons.

[@MsGman598]

What a transformation 👏 bet the owner was well chuffed 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Yeah he cried tears of joy 😂. Thanks mate 🙏

[@lifeslooker]

Awesome. The transformation was epic. Get it ? I’m here all week. Lol 😂

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you

[@smacleansdetailing]

“Ya dead to me😂” u brilliant bro 😂

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol thanks mate

[@tmphotography8443]

Who makes those products Dave ? 😉 Good subject to test the stuff on not something like my car that never gets dirty nevermind filthy . Parents neighbours are saying "washing it again?" . I'm doing it far less than I did at home at that too

[@thedetailbay3933]

Made by Infinity Wax the way Dave wanted them

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate. I thought my sales pitch was spot 😂 🙏

[@RJ-nf3jm]

Noticed you used a rotary polisher with a green pad, which likely made faster work of the polish. Was that a one step? Is that possible without leaving swirl marks, or are swirl marks only caused by heavier-cut rotary pads? Would love to see a video YOU produce about how you use a rotary polisher efficiently.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello it was just a quick polish. It's getting work done to it so another time I'll be giving it a proper polish. I'm actually doing a full guide on my other channel.

[@RJ-nf3jm]

@@epicautomotivedetailing very interested in your use of a rotary, as they can be quicker. But for a regular light polish on a well kept car, would you recommend a DA over a rotary for that? Thanks for the time.

[@markmummery8765]

Random question. Have you detailed a Hyunda i20N? If so have managed to avoid the water/soap getting into the rear light and rear horizontal light reflector.These are design faults Thanks.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Hello Mark. Sorry I haven't worked on one of those so I may not be able to shed light on that I'm afraid 😟

[@kevincross9206]

Must be so satisfying cleaning a car starting in that condition. Having just brought a LWB Vivaro, and a white one at that, by the time the hose pipe ban is lifted, I think it will be the same colour as the mini 🤣🤣

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Was good fun until I got wet feet lol

[@kevincross9206]

@@epicautomotivedetailing 🤣🤣

[@mze5622]

Any tips for car valeting businesses during winter slowing down ?

[@mze5622]

I don’t need your like

[@jonathanpike2928]

Hi dave loving the content faultless clean once again I've got a job tomorrow for abig client 8 vehicals in one day any advice 2 vans and 6 cars

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Best advice is take your time. Better to do less cars with more quality then 8 cars that look average

[@jonathanpike2928]

@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks 😊 🙏

[@Jestersson]

TFR it all over then wash it with hot water and a mitt. Foam is useless plus I reckon 90% of that dirt would come off with the pressure wash alone.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Imagine the comments... I can't win lol

[@johnmelling9950]

Been pressure washing engines for years and never had a problem. Modern engine electrics are pretty well sealed, not like the older vehicles. The thing to be careful of is never pressure wash a diesel when its running and dont spray the water at the air intake.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Cheers John. My cardboard cover did a fantastic job 👌😁

[@johnmelling9950]

@@epicautomotivedetailing very impressive mate. After seeing this I'm thinking of re-roofing the house with cardboard tiles.

[@skylined5534]

Show room fresh! Great job!

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks my friend

[@mfpix]

Unbelievable Great job fella

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@abduu792]

I just want a car i need it 😢

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you for watching. Have a lovely Christmas

[@johnbrown3951]

I watched that and was so jealous. The best details are the dirty ones for me then I can see the biggest transformation. Having had a Mini hatch JCW I have a soft spot for all Mini's as well. I had a customer recently who went elsewhere for a detail as her car was too dirty to bring back as she said she was too embarrassed to show me how dirty she had got it after all my hard work. You did a great job in the time allowed.

[@minioner5080]

5k miles must feel like a new car

[@raufrauff1835]

👍👍👍👍👍🇲🇾

[@supersaabclaire]

Can't pressure wash the engine bay like that on a petrol without causes a world of problems

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Car works totally fine no dramas

[@1968johnno]

Welcome back Dave another great video keep up the good work

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Paul appreciate it

[@mikenewbold1699]

that shampoo ain't the only zesty thing in this video

[@jazzam8012]

Mini came out spik and span top job my man Dave 😊

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate

[@jonathonbrett-qn1ic]

That is a very satisfying clean on the mini Great job, looks like new. Great video as always

[@JW-wp8rp]

you should of had a before and after on the mini.

[@KK_Detailing]

Another brilliant video, keep em coming 🙌🏽

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks mate appreciate it 🙏

[@rinseshinevaleting2983]

The classic 50/50 bonnet shot 👌🏻👌🏻

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Lol 👌

[@pjmoody]

Wow. Well done. Thanks for sharing

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you very much appreciate the comment

[@Alejandro_BoniIIa]

I’m impressed the wheel arches aren’t faded

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Protected by loads of green mould and it's been under a tree for many years so it never got exposed to UV rays

[@Wolsey67]

Please stop calling it green mold. It's moss and algee.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

calling it moss an algee doesnt get the views 😉

[@marhilromano1838]

Hi Dave do you need to register your business even if your starting the mobile car valeting?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

You have a few months to register. Wouldn't panic about it at all. I know people who hadn't registered for months

[@marhilromano1838]

@@epicautomotivedetailing Dave if you only use your own car in order for your jet wash to work you need to connect to the owners house for some electricity right? because i don't have a generator yet.

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@marhilromano1838 yes use owners power and electric

[@richardbenham1475]

That power wash sequence was very satisfying!

[@pablor1768]

7 Years? Looks rather like 3 months…

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Definitely 7 years.

[@JOHNRGRAY]

Fantastic transformation

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thank you

[@Barker-pu7ix]

5,000 miles it has to have more than that

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nope it has 5000 miles give or take 50 odd miles. Happy to take a picture and post it on Instagram if its a matter of urgency

[@darrenhurrell]

Isn’t your product shop open anymore ?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

No mate wasn't worth the hassle. I spent more time working on products and advertising and less time making content which was something I've always enjoyed

[@darrenhurrell]

@@epicautomotivedetailing that’s a shame. No worries. Thanks for letting me know. Take Care.

[@harryblinkhorn2792]

You used the Ava p80 what is wrong with the p180 nilfisk

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Nilfisk is for mobile detailing. Ava is at the unit

[@strikle-forn883]

as a full time detailer, i could feel your pain at the end of the video

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

It's so grim. Minus 7 today ❄️

[@douglasthompson296]

I'm interested to know how the mini got in that condition in the first place 🥺

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Previous owner died and it was left with a family member sitting outside for 7 years

[@douglasthompson296]

@@epicautomotivedetailing thanks, it was worth the effort you put into it Cheers ✔️

[@computercookie172]

y clean engine?

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

audience retention 👌

[@bobi.3603]

And the interior????

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Interior was immaculate

[@bobi.3603]

@@epicautomotivedetailing after 7 years?✌️

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

@@bobi.3603 yes previous owner died. It was left with a family for 7 years. True story

[@richardgould1978]

Absolutely love these filthy car cleans.......and your positive attitude made me smile......how long b4 ur foot was Dry? 😄 🤣 😂 😆 👍 👍 👍

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

😂 it was such a grim day

[@svt3941]

Awesome transformation

[@epicautomotivedetailing]

Thanks Shaun