First Wash in 11 years Peugeot 306 GTi 6 Hedge Find

In this video we give the Peugeot 306 GTI 6 its first wash in 11 years so we can see what sort of condition this rare car is in.
Working at our fully equipped workshop in Kent we carry out tasks including Panel beating, Body work, Mig Welding, Sheet metal Spot Welding, Fabrication, Chassis Repairs, Sand Blasting, Engine and Mechanical repairs, Reconditioning, Restoration and Structural repairs on the Celette Jig Dozer frame machine.
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[@CF21LDB]

I bet the guy is looking down from up there glad that someone has rescued his pride and joy for someone else to enjoy. Well done Rob.

[@woodrow_mayes]

he might be looking up....

[@rawjam8542]

Lee like that! Me thinks this 306 has character and life and only wants to be loved, Its stayed silent for all these years just waiting for someone like Rob to say you are worthy!

[@rawjam8542]

PS ,This is what its all about! I've always loved the Herby movies! Wipe out any bad vibes!

[@johnmehaffey9953]

Never thought I’d be sitting watching someone power wash a car and be entertained

[@craigja1667]

John Mehaffey yes Rob is master of his water wand ;-)

[@tonypp.7093]

I love all the car washing expert comments...

[@beijingbond]

My heart goes out to the paintwork during the washing...

[@ianlloyd5878]

My wife has just asked me, why am I watching two middle aged men with a leaf blower, blowing crap off a car. I have no answer. Keep up the great videos guys and keep blowing.

[@Roger.Coleman1949]

Rob , next time you get a find like this , use a micro-fibre mit instead of a sponge, far less likely to scratch the surface further by grinding it back in , sponges should be confined to history !.Great content as always , always a treat to get a new upload !

[@malcolm6951]

Oh NO Rob......don't shampoo first you'll make any fine scratches worse. I would recommend snow foam first then pressure rinse then shampoo using 2 bucket method with grit catcher in each. 1 for shampoo 1 for rinseing sponge.

[@TheDJFra1]

Just sitting thinking I should really comment the same thing. Sponging the dirt into swirls 😫

[@thomasshaw2637]

Should always rinse first if not any grit on the car will scratch the paintwork.

[@mk1ned]

What MUPPETS said shampoo first? Your basically scratching the car with the dirt. Rinse,wash,rinse

[@craigja1667]

Nathan Edmunds what muppet has to write an aggressive comment instead of a simple piece of friendly advice ?

[@bluein2red423]

Rinse first! Otherwise you're just rubbing the dirt and grit in and creating scratches. Don't listen to the "experts"!

[@neilbenton1152]

Can't believe you sponge washed it before jet washing !!!

[@andymccabe6712]

Can't believe anyone gives a f***!

[@JB-996]

Don't listen to them Rob. Rinse first as it gets rid of all the loose muck, and prevents you dragging it across the paintwork with the sponge. So, power wash, wash, then rinse.

[@RoadkillGoat1]

Rob mate it would be definitely worth investing in a snow foam attachment for your jet wash to get the initial debris and dirt off you can pick them up cheap off Ebay.

[@steven907]

I agree with always been told to rinse off b4 you wash in my book I think you were doing it correctly, nice one boys Chris your camera skills are on point another great video from salvage rebuilds UK 👍👌👏

[@gosportjamie]

You were right the first time with the car washing, always wet down first, then wash, then rinse or you're just asking for anything stuck on the paintwork to get dragged across and give you nasty scratches. She's come up amazingly well and was obviously a well-loved car when she got parked up as Pug paint tends to be quite soft and shows lots of marks if the car hasn't been cared for...

[@russduck10]

Rob that was the most painful car was ever ...its a wonder theres any paint left on that bonnet..you startd off ok with sponge then you was about 5 mil away from the car,with a high powered jet was...you should been a least a foot away ...wash with sponge first them deploy the high washer ....great video anyway 👊🍻👊🍻👊🍻👊👍

[@BritishBoy1971]

It was very therapeutic to watch the car being cleaned. There is something about cleaning, wether your home or your vehicle. You always feel better, mood-wise and about life afterwards. A bit like cleansing your soul! 🙂👍

[@peteryoungpeteryoung965]

A few years back I got clamped in London. I had to go to the police underground car park at Hyde Park to pay to have the clamp removed. There were hundreds of cars parked there. I asked the copper what were they. He said they were cars that had been towed away and the owners had never come to claim them back. There were Beamers, Mercs all sorts, quite late models some of them. He said every so often they auction them off, absolutely unbelievable. Ever been down there Rob, don't know if it's still there.

[@DavidJohnston58]

I think when you were told to shampoo first they meant spray on to soak the grime then jet off then touch wash. I nearly cried 😭 when you started in with a sponge😭 and so relieved when you switched to jetting! 😁 Cracking little car, they were all the rage with driving instructors, (though not GTi) back in the day. That is going to look the mutts when you finish with it.

[@joeblogs6380]

Last 6 months of watching these I’m loving it you 2 are great.

[@DRW58]

Hi Rob still playing catch, been reading some of the comments and honestly you just can’t win. Nobody’s forcing them to watch you washing a car you do your own thing it’s a hedge find after all it sure ain’t going to be concours but it’s still nice to see it come back to life again with a bit of TLC . Slow Mo pressure washing you’ve got to love it 😂. Take Care Stay Safe Everyone Regards Dave 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@MrZimmaframe]

Get this man a wash Mitt 😄

[@rightiswrong8837]

I'll show this to my wife, it might inspire her to give her car a wash for the first time since 2007.

[@d4nzo]

LMAO

[@muffinman0718]

Wow!!

[@sandocheese45]

One word " fantastic " Rob and Chris. Forget the door, you've got the car 👍👍

[@alancraigie7951]

Rob the content is brilliant the variety and the step by step work carried out keeps us hooked. 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@calanmckinlay3251]

Cant believe what I've just seen 😂 taking a sponge to a car before rinsing is actually mental 🤦‍♂️ 1. Rinse 2. Soap + soak 3. Sponge 4. Rinse 5. Chamois 6. Polish 7. Wax or ceramic coating

[@aquatics117]

Yeah but tbf you mentioned chamois...

[@calanmckinlay3251]

@@aquatics117 oh sorry do you not know what that is. Its pronounced "SHAMMY"

[@aquatics117]

@@calanmckinlay3251 No I just know there 90s shit compared to a towel

[@BalbirSingh-xx5se]

Should of used a hover instead of the leaf blower. And I agree it's rinse first.

[@anthonyfarnan5935]

Ben chamois is way better than a towel. I’m talking real chamois not the man made chamois

[@retrogeezer]

Who thinks its a good idea to not rinse off first then? Rinsing it loosens all the dirt so you don't have to work so hard with a sponge! Hitting it dry means you are scratching it all trying to get the dirt off instead of it just falling away. I usually wash my car after it's been raining.

[@Ralph2]

These were great cars. Comfortable, really strong engine, six speed box and they didn't rot! Nicely understated too.

[@Letstalkaddiction1]

Deadly! 22 minutes of gold, then I gotta get off the couch and do stuff before the wife gets home 🏠 🇮🇪🤦‍♂️

[@cartouchator]

You should consider the two bucket method, one bucket with clear water to rinse the sponge, and the other with shampoo. After each panel, rinse the sponge in clear water first to remove the grit from it, then dip in shampoo water to apply to the car, this prevents rubbing grit into the paint and making swirl marks. But I know this car was so filthy it didn't matter anyway !

[@marcusbodill835]

One thing I love about you guys and this channel is how very honest and strait you are 👍👍

[@JR-SCOOT]

No snails were hurt in the production of this video! Nice job Rob & Chris, this is gonna make a nice little car for someone.

[@scottishjackdaniels6958]

What a difference. The car is going to look superb when finished. Well done guys.👍

[@lash9400]

I’m obsessed with this Pug. Can’t wait to see how it finally turns out. Good job

[@richthegill]

Needs the original cyclones instead of those aftermarket wheels. Got a set just refurbed if you're interested!

[@aaronroberts2704]

Hi Rob and Chris I like all your videos very good can’t wait for the next one hope fully see it running

[@skodakatie7341]

This car cleaned up really well, it looked great after its wash!.

[@jamesbradley4534]

Hi Rob, fantastic video! It’s going to be a right little gem when you’re finished👍🏼 Another classic saved from the scrap yard thanks to you and Chris. Loving all the videos at the moment. Can’t wait for the next video!

[@deanishere7237]

You're like a Samurai the way you wield that jetwash Rob !!!

[@scoobyblue555.]

lmao

[@deanishere7237]

@@scoobyblue555. BIG CHILLIN !!!

[@freedomequine3148]

Soooooo satisfying watching you clean the 306. Would love to see it be cleaned out on the inside. In fact I just want to jump in my screen and clean it myself! I love cleaning my 306 because the result get out of it is just so worth it. That 306 is STUNNING! Loved the video 🖤🖤🖤

[@andrewlightwood3895]

That's why I like watching you guys just straight common sense with things 👍

[@Smokeysbandit]

Another great one guys. Can’t wait to here it run.

[@1066gaz]

Coming along nicely guys. Look forward the next one.

[@stephenbundy3908]

To all those having ago about his wash method. Get real it been sat in a hedge a one time so the paint work will need correcting anyway this is just a tidy up jo and yes I like to detail my car and do it the correct way

[@xtina818]

Definitely want to spray it off first or your just grinding muck into the paint.

[@mikeboy2306]

My god David Bellamy will be coming out of the undergrowth lol 😝

[@anthonyhawkins9239]

Another great vid, very satisfying seeing this little hot hatch come to life 👍

[@davemellor4697]

Once done Rob,its worth a chunk of money...rare and still a quick car!

[@eco-advisor]

Another great video, thank you! Forgot how good these cars were.

[@dangermouse957]

Why is it so enjoyable watching a unloved car being washed again love watching these videos Rob think its my OCD love a clean car keep up the great work.guys

[@malcallen695]

Very therapeutic watching that, pleasure you can get from just cleaning a car, nice one.

[@davidphillips1045]

Being a valeter for living the best method to clean a car is always rinse it 1st to remove any debris or loose dirty then shampoo clean and then rinse but if you to go the extra distance coat the car in TFR or Pre wash before you shampoo

[@jonathanwebster4245]

Agree with the comments re the sponge, and the two bucket method (with gritguards). As you have a Karcher PW, they do a Snowfoam attachment and if you had used snow foam after the first go over with the PW, it would have helped to dissolve the grime that the car was covered in. Before using polish, get a clay bar and detailer spray and go over the paintwork. There are tutorials on KZbin to help. Polished well that car will look stunning.

[@simonc858]

Loving this car being brought back to life

[@adhdboosere9783]

One of the best channel's on here and hats of to keeping the yard nice and tidy!

[@carolynhollingworth5905]

That is looking great now.Theres something really satisfying seeing a bloke cleaning a car and making it look great again.I personally like the wheels on it too but then what do I know lol.xx

[@timnethercott5955]

Watching that moss being removed from the windows was so mesmerising. Made up you took this project on. Can’t wait to see the end result 😊

[@AdamsWorlds]

One of the most satisfying things i have seen this week lol. Good job guys!

[@alextripp1230]

Hi Rob & Chris, amazing what a difference high pressure wash and soap etc can make. Interesting car this one. Cheers, Alex.

[@Rick-sl7iw]

Looks so much better guys really good for a car that’s stood in all weather for 11yrs 👌

[@kevinisaac9139]

Great video Rob I bet that was satisfying when you can see the difference looking foward to the polishing and getting in running 👍

[@philipdean5338]

Great video. All the best to Rob & Chris.......

[@jameschristmas3206]

Is there anything more satisfying than watching a filthy car get a good wash? Great video as always Rob 👌🏻

[@pauldickinson3159]

Love this car..I think it will be a little gem of a future classic just like the 205GTI models are now! I would love to see more retro car rebuilds from you and Chris!!

[@adamkhan8471]

Fantastic job with cleaning the pug, that’s something special you have there. 👏🏽👏🏽💯

[@davidwilliams5863]

Nice job, R & C. Grime busters 😉

[@birdman4274]

That's gonna look brilliant when it's finished. 👍

[@stevesrover]

It’s really nice. I always fancied a 306.

[@jayacourt8282]

Always loved these little Peugeot’s 👌🏻

[@alfnsue]

There is a lovely little car under that grime, crack on Rob and Chris 😎 😎

[@Craig.E]

So jealous you got this car for free. I used to have a 306 1.4 XL and always wished I could have the GTI 6. Still love the gti 6 now, so its good to see you restoring it.

[@jonty2020]

Great progress amazing how that has cleaned up!

[@al.f.8204]

Another great video. It’s amazing what a bit of effort can produce. It’s a great looking vehicle and full of potential. Great content as usual. Cheers 👍🏼🙂

[@sheldonpearce2365]

Its looking cushty now fellas good on u both cant wait 2 see what happens next will sit patiently n wait thanx 2 u both for ur quality videos👍👍

[@utilitarian]

I think I’ve been more excited for the 1st wash more than getting it fixed 😂😂 poor pug 🙂

[@davewright732]

Brilliant, I used to have one of these in Blaze yellow, the early ones with the half matt black painted side skirts.

[@andrewwilson1118]

Had my doubts but like you say no rust looking forward to the end result 👍👍👍

[@martincunnington2154]

That's come up really good after 11 years of sitting around it will make a nice car for someone

[@paulmcdevitt8886]

Crackin job Rob and Chris, looks a great little motor, that's what I like about your channel ,warts and all, keep it going 👍👍

[@robertregan5412]

The Peugeot 306 gti6 back in the day was a quick car and nice as well love the old cars all day and both of u keep up the good work bro Rob from 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

[@paulmoore6345]

Fair play to you. That’s been a lot different to your usual jobs, and you have got it done without spending too much. A good car for someone to run as is or restore

[@Lottatherotta]

Love the cleaning video’s!! 👍🏻

[@TheVanderfulLife]

Can anyone explain why you shampoo first?? I'd have thought use the jetwash to get the worst off so you're not using a sponge spreading stones around?

[@SunshineMix101]

'Think I've said this before but every instinct says watching a vid' of someone jet-washing a dirty old car sounds like it should be dull but it is strangely satisfying and great to watch. It is as though the cleaner it gets, you can see it's value increasing. :)

[@ringcrafts8546]

Wow what a great looking car after the wash, its amazing what a little TLC can do to a car, I wish my wheels on my Kia sportage looked as good as them on yours my wheels are going back tomorrow to be replaced on the warranty for the 3rd time. looking forward to seeing it finished polished and the new wiper blades. Have a great week off Rob

[@danieleaton1399]

Another great video guys good to see the old pug getting some love , whoever said was Washing it wrong I always rinse of the worst first then could speak her in g101 works brilliant , look forward to more updates 👍

[@tramlad2]

The dynamic duo strike again, a brilliant team , most enjoyable again Rob, these are quite collectable cars now, one of their better models.should be a good car once you guys work your magic.

[@alfiejones872]

Your supposed to always rinse a car before scrubbing because if you don’t it covers it in micro scratches

[@mallyjoyplaneflighttv]

Surprising what a jet wash and some soap can do .. very theraputic washing it and watching mate cheers guys

[@patrickhill8748]

Wow!! What an amazing transformation, that thing was nearly spotless when parked.

[@marklittler784]

Bet the local pigeons can't keep their eyes off it, probably think its Christmas loooooool

[@johnpells5992]

Came up well ,going to look good after a detail 👍

[@AdieLanc]

Team work makes the dream work!

[@simonlowe4013]

Great looking pug GTI, a few bits sorted and that will make a good car for somebody 👊🏻

[@robcoppin5699]

That was so satisfying to watch....Great content guys as always

[@E63STX]

Keep em rollin Rob!!!!

[@zinoumcmxcii6969]

Cant wait to see this pug finished it's gonna be great

[@FordMatt647]

Great video Rob & Chris keep up the great content

[@chuckles3494]

Don’t beat yourself up rob.. sh** happens .. you done an alright job cleaning it up.. the door and wing can wait.. get it running!.. as always nicely done.👍

[@derekjackson7024]

Excited too see how this turns out guys, good work, ( have a nice holiday Rob )

[@brianallen858]

Looking great guys 💯