Facelifting The "Cheapest" V10 BMW E60 M5 6-speed - Project Raleigh: Part 3

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In this installment of project Raleigh, the M5 is getting LCI headlights and taillights retrofit and rear suspension work as we continue preparing it for German TÜV inspection.
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[@williamskagen9901]

Good call on the paint. Not having to worry about pristine paintwork all the time makes it way easier to enjoy the car

[@hovnojede010101]

I would do a paint correction on it to freshen it up even if it stays 50 shades of Grau

[@Frank00]

Yes, totally agree, I like the fact he just doesn’t dump money into something. Good call

[@jessphuqette1716]

Get through TUF and drive it like you stole it!!!

[@alexstromberg7696]

Problem is bad paint leads to rust

[@Temetzk]

@@alexstromberg7696 The paint doesn't look bad in this car it just has different shades of color on different parts

[@selshout8819]

Some person in Münich must have thought..... let's put 10mm spacing between the M and the 5. Than had a meeting about it, discussed it with other people, slept over it before coming to the conclusion..... no let's make it 9mm.

[@CheezeCracker]

Nein! Scheisse, we don't have specs on badging? Nein. Ok nine it is.

[@DiscoFang]

As a graphic designer & typographer .. It matters. Not because we think so but because: volume and weight. It just is.

[@mfnd502]

Always nein.

[@JayMaverick]

Then running back into the office 10 minutes later, sweat dripping from forehead, throwing the door open "NO MAKE IT 8mm!"

[@1valg]

It´s all in the detail ;-)

[@rakishmahbub1320]

What actually amazes me is how you casually do these complicated tasks while filming. Really love your content

[@tonyeff4447]

I know, I was pulling my hair out just trying to change my head light bulb 😄

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

Well he most likely edits the 5 hour rants induced by the idiocy of BMW engineering out...

[@jakefromstatefarm9721]

Almost as if these guys record it and edit out all the bad stuff. With editing you can make anything look the way you want it to.

[@amin2685]

respect. cause you cleaned underneath the headlights and taillight. I saw thousand videos of car guys (that they say love the cars and repair and rebuild and restore a car) but they do not look at this kind of detail. they let the dirt there. but in this video we can see the difference between a car lover and a car fan. you are a car lover.

[@Dalamain]

Wow.... you actually included the coding process for the LCI lights... - every other channel/video never bothers showing this part yet it's where most people get stuck - great job man! 👍

[@alincurut]

I can't fully explain how pleasuring is to see you work. You have the perfect blend of accurate information with real how-to and straight-up real and funny comedy. You deserve all the views, likes, shares and respect!

[@tiagodeaviz]

Yeah, you summed it up very precisely. Sreten is a relaxing session! I hope one day I hve 1/10th of his expertise to use it on my BMW.

[@sodex11]

TUV inspector: *looking at the antiroll bar with 3 adjustments* well that shouldn't be legal M539 Restorations: but it's black TUV inspector: OEM it is then

[@blunahd811]

yes

[@zenastheracer]

TUV inspectors hate him for this simple trick!

[@marcellfazekas4365]

Literally Hungary lmao

[@Snake2303]

True story.

[@AllCategoryChannel]

TUV Inspector: Why are all these parts around the sway bar new? This guy: Ah you know just doing maintinance. TUV: I see... Shiny new paint on the sway bar aswell.. Didn't know these things came adjustable from the factory. Ze guy: I was told by the forums apprerently it's just for cars in le America. And the previous owner maintained the car beautifully. TUV: Right then, there you go all legal.

[@Charlemagne89]

At this point I just hit "Like" before I even see the video because I'm just happy that it exists.

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

Wholesome

[@ShannonSouthAfrica]

Same. Great channel

[@branhicks]

Same

[@professorharenmans]

I have always loved the look of those LCI headlights! Also great to see the M5 badge in the right place, finally.

[@pborofski]

When an IT specialist says "I hate coding" :D

[@JayRizzGod]

It does suck

[@czdani]

The "TÜV problem" exists all around the EU, I guess. :D Car has yellow coilovers: Hungarian TÜV: *FAIL* /goes back with the same coilovers but now they're black since they painted them at home/ Hungarian TÜV: WOW, nice car, anyway here's your registration certificate.

[@fakepussy]

Russian TUV - 8 euros through WhatsApp and you’re allowed to drive!

[@jamesbenitez4373]

Greek TUV: Automobile OK PASS

[@whatshappens.]

@@fakepussy где можно получить номер, на все случаи жизни 🤣

[@GlamStacheessnostalgialounge]

Good thing that in the Balkans nobody gives a damn at inspection and you can drive the biggest heap of scrap with barely any brakes, it's great!....no, no it's not.

[@fakepussy]

@@whatshappens. 926-894-72-31, диагностическая карта 750р. Не знаю как с новыми правилами техосмотра, но до осени точно время есть)

[@MTechGuy]

33:48 That chime sending an electric shock down the spine of every E60 owner watching this

[@chris323i]

This is true ptsd

[@Oknxr]

My favorite part is when you yell at trim pieces. Gets me every time

[@sociopathicnarcissist8810]

@ Ranko Grijak, I completely understand yelling at inanimate objects...

[@PntBtrNjelus]

I gotta say, I absolutely love that he cleans behind everything he takes apart. It is medicine for my OCD.

[@guzziwheeler]

Exactly, that's what sets him apart from the guys at Pakistani Truck (ok, there are a also some other differences).

[@Franface31]

4:35 Sreten: The taillights, they're made in good ol' Spain, ¡hola amigos! Me, a spainard: ¡HOLA SRETEN!

[@mds2465]

¡Hola Fran, saludos desde los EEUU!

[@Franface31]

@@mds2465 Un saludo, Michael :)

[@jdmfreak22]

Hice lo mismo, desde Argentina! Jaja!

[@mds2465]

@@jdmfreak22 saludos a ti también! ¡Espero que todos estén bien durante esa pandemia! 😷

[@jdmfreak22]

@@mds2465 igualmente!!

[@JohnyRapidCarrot]

My man, you are the funniest and smartest mechanic i have ever seen Wish you luck with channel growth, you truly deserve it, and stay safe

[@KanjoNights]

Living in the midwest USA, it's easy to forget how good we have it when it comes to modifying cars. You can do just about whatever you like within reason. Hell even if it's not within reason, you can usually do it.

[@digitalrailroader]

Although the EPA is starting to channel German TüV, and is trying to outright ban converting road cars into race cars. #SaveOurRaceCars

[@J5L5M6]

@@bernardbockwurst In Colorado each county does what they want. So emissions and equipment standards are all over depending on the DMV you go to. Some have none, some are "1940s Germans" about it ;)

[@the_nameless2891]

You americans have it so easy. Here in the EU we dont get to do anything to our cars, well i supose u can but your car has to be fast enough to run from them cops

[@monstermirror2]

@@the_nameless2891 I don't need to "do" stuff on my car as long as I don't have to dawdle along with 65mph max...

[@alexbrown1995]

@@monstermirror2 I agree. I'd sooner have a totally scrutinised and completely sorted car before I went out on the Autobahn at max speed. Here in Australia we have an anything goes attitude and stupidly low speed limits....

[@MrMoerky]

I'm so thankful that you can get sponsorship for your channel. Because it means we will see even more videos of yours. Keep it up man. You're awesome! 💪🚗

[@diegoramdhani2799]

I work at a cable factory and large retailer and we also deal with assembly orders and this is just some friendly advice, but don't twist the copper at the end of the cable after stripping because the chance the cable will break increases and in the worst case scenarios it can affect the internal performance.

[@mix1300]

Sreten, your videos bring me the biggest joy when I see you upload, I always have a ritual, I grab some food some snacks and watch your videos, never when I'm full, I enjoy them to the max, therapeutic, never stop what you are doing !

[@anreysev91]

Another upload from my favorite guy who likes to talk to himself. I've seen the IG posts looks great.

[@RedUnit10]

Had my Wisdom Teeth taken out on last Friday, was feeling terrible this whole week, but now I suddenly feel a lot better.

[@retepcooper1756]

This is my Saturday made, thanks, Sreten.

[@jdmfreak22]

I love track builds and built cars, and nonetheless this is becoming my favourite channel! Love BMWs, love your work, love the editing, love the humour! Thank you for the content!

[@jbuckley2546]

Just sat down with a beer and ping, your latest comes up. Sweet.

[@J5L5M6]

Same here!

[@paveantelic7876]

i took a few sips of kruskovac and ate a homemade sausage while watching this. can it get any better?

[@WoWMinGM]

@@paveantelic7876 it really is all about the small things in life

[@paveantelic7876]

@@WoWMinGM couldnt agree more

[@blacklist-traders]

Im laughing my ass out so hard, i cant believe how funny it is for me to see a "German" citizen doin the sway bar trick for the inspection!!! HUGE THUMBS UPS for the content, i watch every episode, i hope to see you GOOOOING UP!

[@ramadhanisme7]

You are one of the luckiest person in this world for having a manual v10

[@Bemaritohtori]

+Being capable of doing every bit of maintenance himself!

[@machtschnell7452]

'Murrica. No one else got them. I hope TUV does not pick up on that.

[@AllCategoryChannel]

@@machtschnell7452 Heard of AUSNAHMEGENEHMIGUNG ? He could of passed with the stock headlights on the car aswell.

[@canudeiro]

These were the prettiest headlights BMW have ever designed. Still looks nicer than most of the new ones.

[@sechszylinder8055]

The F10 LCI ones (led version) are very nice

[@maxnugteren4837]

Last time i was this early e30’s were still affordable

[@houseofno]

Wow, that WAS a long time ago. Finding one that's not been cut to pieces for a silly LS (GM) V8 swap is getting tougher to find than hair on a frog.

[@mrbubbles720]

Living in the past ? E30 have not been cheap after 2010

[@EncrypticMethods]

@@mrbubbles720 I got a straight, no crashes 87 e30 325is m sport for 1500 bucks in 2019, yall just dont want to leave your house

[@EncrypticMethods]

@@mrbubbles720 sorry January 2018*

[@nezarl8374]

@@EncrypticMethods Where do you live?

[@DASKyiv]

Frankly speaking, your channel is the most precise way to learn how to give a true service for your Bavarian Masterpiece Wheels!! Thanks for your vlog and Hello from Ukrainian E46 owner!!!

[@oguzziya]

Can't wait till you get that on the Autobahn! Also, I would love to see you have an e36.

[@machtschnell7452]

Need to go see Misha at the 'Ring, again.

[@eugenealymov2723]

yes, an E36 would be interesting

[@Bossix84]

E36 M3 would be amazing.

[@JohnDoe-ji5wg]

E30...

[@TREXdudi]

One of the best mechanical chanels on KZbin, hands down. Been binjing on this channel for the past week. Cheers mate 👍

[@bongaman777]

So true about the German TÜV. It is like a national pain in the ass for all car enthusiasts in Germany.

[@wardeadfr]

at least you can have modifications if you have proper paperwork to go with it... Here in France, modification is forbidden... there is some tolerance, so the risk to have a fine on the road with a police control is really low... but if you have a serious accident (like with other people involved badly), the expert will check the car and if modification, the insurance will say "yeah right, good luck with the bill, we are out" and you pay for the rest of your life if someone is disabled for example

[@apscoradiales]

As long as the parts have a TUV approval number, you are good to go. Schnizter, Alpina, and others make bits for Bimmers. You don't have to buy the whole car from them.

[@P4veLow]

Honestly, I'm completely fine with TÜV. Of course some restrictions are rather obscure, but it's there your own and other people's good.

[@damiansmigielski]

It's not pain in the ass. It's security on the road.

[@lukasm.1894]

@@damiansmigielski yeah that's why you fail the tüv when your brand new air filter and intake ist not "legal". It makes sense in most occasions, but for car enthusiasts it's a huge pain in the ass.

[@domkraggp9944]

This tuv inspection is something else , if we applied this in south Africa 🇿🇦 there would be no cars on road lol

[@Chris-yy7qc]

Jep, its crazy over here. But in the end its all about money. If you pay enough money you can basically make most modifications legal.

[@domkraggp9944]

@@Chris-yy7qc true, I think the performance mods that are permissible in Germany also have to undergo some sort of certification. That must cost a packet.

[@mixer13134]

Tips for removing or installing the headlights: remove the seal from the top of the bumper and the torx bolts from underneath the seal so you can bend the bumper away a bit. Makes removing and installing the headlights way easier. Source: owned an e60 for two and a half years and was on the edge of putting a sledgehammer through the front of the car every time a bulb needed replacing. Found out about this a few months before selling the car.

[@banda_jam_session]

You are an inspiration to me, my father died and left an inheritance e39 540i and I am unable to restore it, but I learn from you many things that I can do at home. I will never sell Gratitude from Brazil

[@LastChanceFossil]

I am extremely happy to see a new upload at 6am when I’m off my face.

[@Vikturus22]

I love your videos. I love that you restore the cars the way I would do it. All OEM and dont look gawdy

[@OaksCU1]

Lovely to see this project coming together so nicely, would love to see you take on an E28 M5 one day as well.

[@jdmfreak22]

Yes please!

[@MultiTopgearfan]

That’s such a sweet looking car. Always loved the E60 M5 and they’ll probably never make something like this anymore. But obviously, the fact that you’d have to be a really good mechanic to keep it running (or pay a shit ton of money for someone else to fix it for you), just scares me. If only it was as reliable as a Lexus, I think this would the ideal dream car.

[@autofildriver]

Hi Sreten, love the videos. Just wanted to mention that on the LCI tail lights the ground pin had a tendency to get a bit melty when all the lights were on due to a bit of under engineering on BMW's part, crazy I know. Might be worth adding a thicker ground from the tail light to chassis ground.

[@isaacchewey6422]

I second this. major recalls on American E60’s for melting of the ground wire and the bulb housing done multiple myself. I think what it comes down to is the amperage load of the circuit changing with the running and brake light bulbs is too high for the small ground that was applied initially.

[@Skillz686]

@@isaacchewey6422 with led lights i wont get those loads that ordinary halogen got .

[@Zubcho]

Too many jealous people = 50 dislikes. How can you dislike such a car? I've sold my 535d e61 a week before and I'm still sad about it. I'm a little bit jealous too but in a good way. I'm happy for you man. Such a beautiful car. I hope the autobahn will be the best place for her/him.

[@derekgb3780]

Loving the attention to detail for the rear M5 badge 😁

[@DiegoColafabio]

Easily the best restoration cars channel on youtube. I love so much your attention to detail, and the way you make the things very clear, well spoken. Keep up the awesome work sir! PS i'm a big fan of the E39 M5, is so beautiful.

[@HoustonToDinosaur]

Have never clicked this fast in my life. Cheers to another incredible video

[@Dragunov1185]

So happy to see this gorgeous car given some proper love! Hope you enjoy this screamer for many years to come.

[@hjjfffaa]

The problem with PPF on headlights is that, even though it looks perfectly clear to you, it can interact with the headlight beam and create glare and/or send light where it shouldn’t go. Really unfortunate there isn’t more thought into the longevity of these systems from manufacturers.

[@Oo-IIII-oO]

We found the guy!

[@michailangelopoulos5602]

Exactly. Even a clear film will diffract the beam and create glare. It is forbidden to install clear window films on the windshield for the same reason. The headlights are precision optical devices that are designed to very tight tolerances. Especially with high output light sources such as HID or LED. The European spec is very strict regarding beam control and glare avoidance. This is the reason the DOT headlights had to go, as the antiquated US standard allows for a wider beam and higher glare.

[@alancollier5375]

There's plenty of thought into the longevity of these systems from manufacturers - you just won't like their conclusions.

[@MilianMalivukMusic]

32:11 I love the timelapsed bits with the engine running at idle always sound like an F1 car :D Truly jealous of this manual V10, not gonna lie. I wouldn't mind the 58 shades of grey, that can always be adressed later, enjoy that drivetrain! If only half of these cars were in hands as caring as yours.

[@thedetailingcollective7629]

I was really hoping to see Hans and his BMW engineering colleague appear in this video too!

[@webbike]

I just love your careful and pedantic approach to minor details.

[@leonboersma2375]

did you calculated the change in torque when using the crowfoot adapter? I really like your youtube content! 👊

[@mpj59]

That's what I was thinking, it's gotta make it wrong, no?

[@DiscoFang]

Depends on the angle of the wrench handle to the head of the bolt. If it's 90deg directly to the side then the setting doesn't change. If it's in-line with the bolt (either on the short side or long side) then a 4cm offset crowfoot with a 500mm bar could alter a 140lbft setting to 129 or 152lbft. So yes, it matters, but not hugely.

[@leonboersma2375]

@@DiscoFang i know, but Sreten is always so acurate with his measurements and explanation that i thought he maybe didn't knew. Not tying to be cocky or something. I learn a lot from his chanel 👌

[@stanislavfreishyn1087]

Hey man! Thank you for your video about work with bmw and also car. When I worked I felt the same and I thought it is only my problem. Now I know , I'm not only one! You have good approach for work. And very good sense of humor. I'm from Ukraine and it is very important for me! Thank you!

[@miked5444]

*sprays sway bar black .... reinstalls. (edit: commented before this came up in video haha)

[@E46_Lenker]

Why do some people comment while watching the video wtf

[@justjoe7313]

@@E46_Lenker Live and let comment :)

[@samac_schnitzers3454]

From someone who loves German car & guns...Germany is way too strict on so many rules. Wish they were like us in Canada. It's a beautiful place but with absolutely no freedom it can suck big time from my perspective. This make me gonna enjoy the small privilege we have way more lol Love the channel it keep making me push harder in my project. I've bought so many genuine parts lately but would still need a spare set of e36 clear sedan corner light if someone reads this can help me get a set from Europe.

[@kasebrotprime2348]

My favorite friday evening activity right behind the andere ;D

[@nemanjanikolic1512]

Sa kakvim oduševljenjem čekam da izbaciš novi klip. Svaka čast. Pozdrav.

[@MrRozli]

about the paint - have you considered wraping? I know it is not "by the book" but it would get the color right for fraction of the price especially if you were to do it in poland. Moreover since you now are a full time youtuber you could get someone that have a yt channel to do some co-op on this. just a though

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks, but I really, really don't like wraps. Would rather put that money towards new paint.

[@gottieduardo7536]

Everytime i watch your videos i feel 30-40 minutes is not enough! Not even 1 hr ! You are awesome I love the work you do and it gives me a good realx when watching

[@RidingNomad]

That's why I love Texas, I'm running straight pipe exhaust on my camaro with tinted headlights, taillights and reflectors, even my windshield is tinted 😂

[@justjoe7313]

And you still need to tell anyone that you're a moron for doing all this. Kudos, man, kudos ;)

[@egycsab]

This car is so nice. Still one of my favorites after such a long time. And that engine with a nice exhaust is like no other.

[@mzzzzz2179]

30:10 My favourite part! "Come on you eccentric millionaire..." "aaaaah" (in girl voice) LOL!!

[@JohnnyCage4Real]

Hahahaha I freakin lol'd so hard at that part 😂😂

[@DustyPearl-13]

God bless you sreten for puting those brand sprinkling new head/taillights: they look SPECTACULAR!

[@therealdojj]

When you have to wait 2 hours to watch the latest video.... Its like waiting for something for two hours 🤣

[@renerobes30]

On some headlights, if you apply PPF to the headlights and later try to remove/replace the film, there's a chance that the factory headlight coating will come off as well. Would be nice if they made it possible to replace the clear plastic component on headlights.

[@AJGreen-cn8kk]

Interesting to hear about the road laws in Germany. They are so strict!

[@jensharbers6702]

In Germany it is easier to point out what you can do rather than what you can't. Strict laws are in some cases good, because with them, I rarely see idiots with those retrofit HID kits, also really annoying people with straight pipes are mostly non existent. In Germany everything is "smaller" and closer together than in the US :D But on the other hand, if you want to modify your car in general, germany is sometimes stupidly obsessive with their laws and stuff.

[@MRTNLZL]

Not really! Its fair, sometimes makes no sense, but in the end in the big picture is okay. Just the papers and all good, u can tune your car nearly no limits, important the tüv Gutachten documents

[@AJGreen-cn8kk]

@@jensharbers6702 Funny that as I was reading your comment some kid drove by my house in a Civic with very special F1 exhaust and huge wing. Ha, ha

[@efvg41]

I’ve been a fan of yours for a while now, this has been you pinnacle series! Can’t wait to see more on this project, and on future ones that will likely become a new pinnacle

[@amin8947]

YES! The dream car everyone wants but no one can afford. 🙄😂

[@jensharbers6702]

Well, with better Rod Bearings and without the worst transmission in the world, the E60 M5 gets Enjoyable. Expensive still, but much better. I would also upgrade the Navi to CIC and use the LCI doorpanels, the PreLCI are just looking horrible in my eyes. ^^

[@amin8947]

@@jensharbers6702 Well true but anyways i would never buy an M5 with an SMG but if i had the money to do a transmission swap, i maybe would. 😂

[@The_10mm_socket_you_lost]

@@jensharbers6702 I don’t understand why people want to upgrade to the cic nav?, there are a lot of CarPlay kits that still uses the Ccc system but with a press of a button you have apple CarPlay and android auto

[@SupraStar29]

@@The_10mm_socket_you_lost yeah, recently found about those and see no reason to have CIC unless you already have it. Those modules seem like they work great.

[@sergschnei3351]

That manual v10 m5 is getting so much love. It is going to be a masterpiece when everything is done

[@neverthar]

Any chance of upgrading the idrive too?

[@matthewbell1968]

206k and counting 😉 Best car channel on KZbin 👍 Don't worry about the paint Sreten it looks great.

[@Crone85]

That looks amazing, are you planning on facelifting the door cards as well?

[@Nisar2878]

What a beautiful machine.You have done an excellent job bringing it back to life. What a car. They just dont make them like that anymore.

[@RestlessFisher]

TUV Seeing my blue bottle of NOS in the back: >:^( TUV Seeing my "OEM" Black bottle of NOS in the back : ^ ) 👍

[@Dutchie74flh]

As always great content and explanation of work you are doing. Your decision about paintwork is bang on. You bought this car to drive and mismatched paint isn't gonna leave you broke down on the side of the road!😉🤙You've had the right attitude with ALL the cars that you have had on your channel. Keep doing what you're doing. Always look forward to seeing what's "coming up"!

[@Zimmerpflanze88]

"doenst make sense" is the best way to describe german tüv

[@100brsta]

Still makes more sense than Swiss MFK haha

[@apscoradiales]

Beg to differ. TUV makes sense because it's mostly to do with safety, yours and mine. Film on the headlamps that he was talking about can fade ruining the efficiency of the headlamps. That's why it's not permitted.

[@Zimmerpflanze88]

@@apscoradiales shitty maintained cars from bulgaria, slovenia and so on are free to use our roads. Im OK with tüv looking over my breakes, suspension and so on. BUT why they care what kind of whells i have? Spoilers? Tinted windows in the back? Open air filter? For fucks sake, if i want to upgrade my breaks on e36 to e46 330i, thats plug and play BMW parts, i have to pay the TÜV retards over 200€ to make it legal

[@apscoradiales]

@@Zimmerpflanze88 I hear you. But those cars are licensed elsewhere, as you note, not in Germany. Maybe there should be one consistent law in EU. Lobby your politicians. I had a E36 M3 a while back in Canada...miss it a whole lot. Beautiful Estoril with Dove gray seats.

[@Duck_31]

man I wish these videos lasted for 2h. It brings me so much joy

[@HamBawlz]

I hope the original owner is watching this series.

[@fisnikajredini2885]

Today my BMW broke the timing chain and probably a bunch of other stuffs. And this video brought my smile back.

[@diogo1966]

25:49 portuguese people just laughing right now. If u think in germany u cant do nothing, just come to portugal xd

[@stalkergamesful]

And Brazil, it's 100% worst to make ANY , *ANY* fun in your vehicle...

[@wardeadfr]

And France...

[@mikemx55]

PORTUGAL C4R41&0!!

[@juangouveia8098]

exactly....lol

[@GTAmaniac1]

In croatia you just have to buy the guy a beer and even a car without a cat can pass the emissions test

[@HextorBane]

This version is one of the most beautiful M5 ever made. Congratulations, and as usual it’s amazing seeing you doing your magic on these beautiful cars.

[@bolzentreiber]

I want to know wich double sided- sticky- tape this is.

[@alokdhir]

I had a 2009 e60 m5. Your video is making me want it back. Lovely job.

[@alltheusernameswastaken8936]

"one is shorter than the other, by a lot" By now I'm sure you have figured it out, but it is due to the right rear having a longer path.

[@M539Restorations]

Yes, but that one should be longer and come to equal length in the end.

[@ajkwqonfkasjd8419]

​@@M539Restorations can you please do a mrecedes sl r129 next?? pleeeaaseeee

[@alltheusernameswastaken8936]

@@M539Restorations ideally, yes, but you put to much faith in humanity :)

[@Uncle_Den]

Australia viewer here. Hooked on this channel; this car, the attention to detail and the comedy 😂

[@alexbrown1995]

Likewise. Great show, but they can keep their rego inspections!

[@lukegoeie5784]

Why are you testing blinkers? We don't need that.

[@machtschnell7452]

Skip refilling the blinker fluid, too.

[@CheezeCracker]

BMW owners shaking their heads, you spend $1000 on blinkers?

[@monstermirror2]

@@CheezeCracker He actually spent $1000 on Bi-Xenon high beams. You don't notice the blinkers when they are flashing...

[@craelectronics]

you indeed need them to keep the left lane on the Autobahn clear

[@CheezeCracker]

@@craelectronics I want to see some progression of this, LED light bars.

[@greebj]

I had exactly the same approach to my old E34. The exterior and fiddly fixes weren't worth worrying about, just enjoy the car, see if it lives through the abuse I give it. Then a couple years ago a truck trailer gave it a real deep pinstripe along the side , the assessors mildly overquoted and I got mates rates on a new clearcoat job on the whole car out of it for 'free'. #winning

[@acid0690]

Инженерам кто придумал процедуру на е60 демонтаж передних фар, нужно дать медаль за труд 👍 replacement of headlights was invented by ingenious engineers 👍😂

[@jimdcars]

So glad you’re keeping the car

[@hansbaumann1714]

Great video again! But I have to mention that it is not allowed to wash your car with anything but pure water if you are not at a special car wash, wash box etc. I would be very careful to upload the cleaning like in the beginnig of this video, you could get fined for this. Just want to keep you out of trouble!

[@snikwadRR]

I just recently learned this and was wondering the same thing.

[@GetUpFalcon]

It is illegal to use car care products on the exterior of your car in Germany?

[@soldiers303]

Why on earth would someone want to live in a country where you can't do anything. Next someone will say you can't drive unless you have permission

[@hansbaumann1714]

@@GetUpFalcon a lot of products to clean cars have chemicals in them so the government just doesnt want this fluid to get into the normal canalization or groundwater which isnt a bad idea in my opinion

[@hansbaumann1714]

@@soldiers303 I dont think Germany is the worst country to live in ;) But there is always pros and cons to everything

[@BMW7series251]

The new lights look spectacular. Great vid. Thanks.

[@luckyhack78]

Y have a spanish friend that works in Germany at Siemens, he put is winter wheels on the street.... police came ....everything is illégal there... Here in France y change my shock absorbers on the street , injection pump tds to ... the police came to... to ask if y can repair the diesel pump from his son 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@apscoradiales]

Maybe the winters wheels did not have TUV approval? That would make them illegal.

[@luckyhack78]

​@@apscoradiales in germany you cannot do mechanical work in public places , if you have a flat tire , thats different

[@1valg]

This car in this colour is just fantastic! Its probably my favorite BMW Sedan. The new lights really made a difference!

[@jdmfreak22]

WHAT? How did 36 minutes go by so fast!?

[@frankschmidt9451]

That`s funy. I`ve installed back in the days a rear view camera and had to move also a cable to the front. I had to remove nothing. No covers, seats, etc. But thanks for showing the light upgreat. Just 4 years to late ;-( . But, great channel. Does stop me to do not anything on my BMW`s due to several reasons like tools, time and so on.

[@mackster85]

The E60 was really years ahead. This design is 17 years old and still looks modern But I hope you replace the wooden interior. It's so non-M

[@jupujii]

I hope he leaves the wooden trim intact. Fake carbon look looks awful.

[@DiscoFang]

@@jupujii These never had fake carbon. They had aluminium in a 3D cube embossed pattern in either grey or silver.

[@mackster85]

@@jupujii Look for „Titan 2 dark“

[@jupujii]

@@DiscoFang Somebody in IG told him to wrap the wooden trim with something. I have had the same 3d cube trims in my E60 M-Sport and I did not like them.

[@domkraggp9944]

@@jupujii agree, in reality it somehow doesn't look good , i think the brushed aluminum looks way better

[@ManMonster82]

I had to pinch my arm to check if I was dreaming when you were working in the footwell, an E60 M5 with clutch pedal is high up on the dream car list. Great video and SUPER content as always!

[@Tangent360]

"I think only Italians design cars where you have to remove subframes to remove the swaybar." The F8x M3/4 rear sway bar has entered the chat.

[@darioc.4414]

That looks like a H&R sway bar. The blue color matches perfect to H&R products. It shouldn't be a problem to find the papers for it. Keep it going! Pozdrav iz Mannheima!

[@RaceByNight]

Girls have "Lets twerk" guys have "Lets Torque"

[@trevorpeauk3931]

Love the Angel Eyes replacement headlights, and your attention to detail - ie cleaning behind the removed units etc. Great vids.