GOING FOR BROKE: Restoring A BMW & Giving It Away

Thanks for checking out my video. My name is Alec and welcome to Day Off DIY! Ive been working for months on this big reveal, and I can't wait to share it with ya.
What do we get into? You'll have to watch and see. During the video I will tell you exactly how you can win this beautiful BMW that I fixed up because...
In this video I buy a beat up BMW and restore it on a budget, just to give it to a viewer for free!
Yes, actually free, 0 dollars, zero purchase required, unlike other giveaways now a days.
I take a neglected and beat up 2006 BMW 325i with 126k miles, and fully restore it.
We restore the headlights, gut and detail the interior, extract the carpet and scrub all the plastics and leathers, we fix every oil leak including the oil filter housing, the oil pan gasket, we replace the engine mounts, control arms, the belt, tensioner, and idler pulley. We repaint the hood and polish all of the paint, with clay bar and wax. I flush every single fluid, we do a transmission service, a power steering flush with new reservoir, a brake fluid flush, an oil service with an engine flush, a drain and fill on the cooling system, and a drain and fill on the rear differential! I fixed everything I could find on this N52, and she is running amazing. I can't wait to drive her cross country and give her to the lucky winner. I hope you enjoy this build! :)
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Tools Used:
Inspection Mirror Set
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Vevor 5K Lb. Car Lift
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3 Ton Floor Jack
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6 Ton Jack Stands
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½ Inch Impact Gun
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Non Scratch Impact Sockets for Wheels
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Tire Tread Gauge
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Assorted Sandpaper
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2K Clear Coat for Headlights
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Bissell Carpet Extractor
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Carpet Scrub Brush Set
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Detail Brush Set
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Trim Removal Tool Set
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BMW Oil Filter Cap Tool
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Fluid Extractor
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Wobble E-Torx Socket Set
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Red Sotch Brite
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14MM (Allen) Hex Socket
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Grease & Wax Remover (Paint Prep)
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Dupli Color Trim & Bumper Paint
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Curil T Gasket Sealant
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⅜ Angle Torque Wrench (only goes down to 10ft lbs…mine is snap-on. Id shop around)
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½ Inch T60 Socket for Belt Tensioner
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Sil-Glyde Lubricant
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Engine Support Bar
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Die Grinder + Discs Set
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Impact Driver
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Screw Extractor Set
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Brake Fluid Flush Tool
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Cooling System Pressure tester w/ BMW adapter
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Transmission Fluid Bottle Pump
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GreenWorks Electric Pressure Washer (not the same as mine)
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General Purpose Adhesive Remover
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Short Pressure Washer Handle
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Chemical Guys Clay Bar
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Torq Polisher w/ Pads & Chemical Guys Polish
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Chemical Guys HydroSlick Ceramic Wax
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Sonax Rubber Protectant
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[@chadriddle3517]

1.5 hr of Alec and Bmw content plus a chance to win that E-90! $2,400 is a deal . Awesome thanks for your efforts

[@DayOffDIY]

Appreciate you Chad! You’ve been an epic supporter since the beginning, really appreciate it. How’s the smoke machine treating you?!

[@Eldzey99]

I don't usually comment on a videos. But as a BMW owner myself I know what it takes to repair these cars. The amount of work you've done on this car far exceeds what the car needed to run smoothly. All of that for someone else just to see him/her smile. More people like you. Greetings from Czech rep. (central Europe)

[@DayOffDIY]

Czech Republic! Awesome! Really appreciate the comment, means a lot from a viewer that doesn’t often comment. Can’t do it without you guys

[@thiagocars]

Hey neighbor, Poland here 🙏👍

[@DayOffDIY]

love it!

[@BagrCZ_96]

@@DayOffDIY Hi! I´m BMW owner from Czech Republic too and I can agree that work on these cars are hard sometimes :D Perfect work man, continue doing this content. Have a nice day.

[@WareWolf801]

Doing lights twice, pressure washing underpan, degreasing motor from the mess it started as.. Pretty cool huh? Like a person would repair their own vehicle. I would have removed that new belt for degreasing motor.

[@au.4716]

You’re the reason I started working on my e46, not sure what I’m doing but watching you’re videos/tutorials give me a little more confidence I hope to restore my E46 as much as I can

[@DayOffDIY]

That’s amazing! glad I can be of some help. Keep at it, the skills you will learn will be so valuable!

[@Nardology]

Was looking for this comment for real!

[@Poseoptional01]

Respect 👏👏👏

[@kingtaz191]

I miss my e46 so much I loved that car good luck with it, there are a few things you can do to make it look a bit modern but focus on all the important stuff and take at look at the forms they can help you a lot

[@LastChanceFossil]

Can we thank this man for pursuing his passion and serving others at the same time. Great content, real person without any acting. Looking forward to more content.

[@DayOffDIY]

I try my best to keep it real with you guys :) Really appreciate the support

[@LastChanceFossil]

@DayOffDIY Honestly, we see and feel that effort. Hope you get that vehicle lift sponsor soon too!!

[@AMSOILRyan]

These cars with the N52 engines are true gems. Can’t beat the craftsmanship and reliability. Not a fan when they went to 4 cylinder turbo.

[@DayOffDIY]

you know what's up Ryan! the N20 is garbage in my opinion. Id take a n51/n52 over the n20 or the n55 all day long!

[@Sarge395]

The engine itself is quite well developed and trouble free. However you will more than likely be fixing the following, electric water pump and thermo at 60K, starter failure common around 80k, belt tensioner sometimes, Oil filter housing gasket (shown leaking in this vid) around 80k, oil pan gasket (not easy), and the valve cover gasket with eccentric shaft sensor seal around 80k ish but can be done in your garage if you are ok and have the patience.

[@joelamera5463]

your at 17k subs now bro, leaving that firefighter job was one of your best decision. this is going to take off my man, i found out looking up a diy for my e46 and i subbed instantly after seeing how relatable and genuine you are in your videos. I’m going to guess $4.13 of change pulled out of that car total lol. i would love an oil leak free car my man. keep grinding

[@DayOffDIY]

Yessir! Maybe we can break 100k soon! Appreciate the support, grateful to be on this journey, hopefully it all works out. Can’t do it without you guys!

[@joelamera5463]

that really was a steal! you an honest guy for not offering lower. I watched the whole video and it motivates me to rebuild my e46 that’s rotting away

[@Mommyhas2smokefirst]

Sell it to Alec!

[@DayOffDIY]

Rebuild it! Keep the e46s alive! Thanks for the comment joel

[@user-nw7kf6nl2y]

Do it and record it

[@johnnytweed2346]

Alec I'm really happy to see all the positive feedback your getting, you definitely deserve it.

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks Johnny! Youre the man. Been so much good feedback i can barely keep track. I just emailed ya! looking forward to talking soon!

[@archyposada7965]

Dude you’re awesome! I love BMWs so this is one of my favorite channels but I think what really makes this channel is your genuine love and passion to serve others. You’re one in a million brother and the world is a better place with you in it. I truly mean that.

[@DayOffDIY]

That means a lot, thanks for saying that. I’m just trying to spread some good attitude in hopes that we can all make some change in this world. Thank you for the kind words, made my day!

[@cameronlaurent]

Amazing job! So satisfying watching everything done start to end. Keep up the good work! I love these years of BMWs and think youtube needs more of this content.

[@DayOffDIY]

Hey thanks Cameron! Appreciate the support, let’s keep it rollin!!!

[@gdhand1504]

I was just given a 2002 530i and your videos are so much appreciated. Nothing is out of reach when you have videos like yours.

[@DayOffDIY]

Appreciate that! Good luck on the build !!!

[@SHOoff11]

Video was worth the wait! So glad to hear you’ve found a way to further turn the channel into your passion! Keep up the great work, man!

[@DayOffDIY]

Yo! I was dying to share details with you all but couldn’t spill the beans. Hopefully it works out! Glad you enjoyed 🙃

[@joekaspar8004]

The one who plants trees, knowing that they will never sit in their shade, started to understand the meaning of life. Very nice way of thinking happy for you the channel start growing up keep doing the good work man !

[@maldaley235]

Outstanding job, Alec. Even though I'm in the UK and exempt from the draw, you still deserve a follow. It's folk like you, who care more for your subscribers, that deserve the support of millions of followers, this is what makes KZbin worthwhile. I can't wait to watch the winner's video, it will be awesome.

[@DayOffDIY]

I can't wait either, also thank you for the kind words! it means a lot! Hopefully we can keep this thing going! 2024 should be a good year :)

[@kwangnam9993]

I been working on cars at home for last 15-20 years. I never thought I would enjoy working on German cars until I bought my wife a Mercedes 6 years ago. They are little hard to with on and parts are expensive but really a joy once you get them fixed and back on the road again! I’m looking at older BMWs for my kids now and your videos really give me the inspiration.

[@Noahkinz]

I'm absolutely astonished. This was by far, hands down the best restoration video I have ever watched on youtube. Usually a video this length I would have to watch in at least three different parts before getting through, but I unexpectedly watched it all in one sitting. Your quality of work is impeccable and your positive attitude throughout the whole journey is so refreshing. Putting all this effort, time and $ into a car is commendable but to do it on a car you're giving away for free!? That's just downright crazy! What a satisfying transformation. I sincerely hope this beauty goes to someone who REALLY appreciates and takes care of this car. I look forward to your future videos and restoration videos. This brought me immense joy and satisfaction!

[@DayOffDIY]

thanks Noah! your comment is legendary! really appreciate the support. It was a lot of work to turn it into one big video so maybe we will do multiple parts in the future? or keep it one big video? not too sure what the future will hold but im here for it! Thanks again dude, really appreciate the kind words and support

[@rickvanauken6364]

Well, it’s raining like hell down here in so cal so I sat and watched the entire video in one sitting! You turned a pretty decent car into a total gem! Great work and I hope your new venture is a HUGE success. You deserve it. Love you, pops.

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks pops, couldn’t have done it without your morales and work ethic being passed to me. This year we will do a Pops video special, you and me, when you come by on your way to Bend :)

[@DandyWaves]

SD area

[@TheHunterHofman]

I gotta say, this is the content that brings me to KZbin. Really well done man, the car is looking great. As a DIY’er KZbinr myself, you’re an inspiration!

[@DayOffDIY]

Really appreciate it hunter!!! I’ll be sure to check out your channel and give it some support

[@El3v3nnn]

Truly underrated content creator. Keep it up and you will definitely blow up. The way you explain the design and purpose while listing common failures and repairs is awesome. Very knowledgeable and enjoyable content at the same time, that is awesome!

[@tedse21]

You’re the reason my e32 and e46 are still being worked on. It didn’t matter that live in Australia. I’ll keep watching and enjoying the journeys. Keep it up.

[@DayOffDIY]

Long live the E46!! All of the E chassis are the best. Appreciate the support!

[@staleyexplores]

You have dialed up my perfect KZbin video in terms of length and style. Thank you! I look forward to this and hope to see more in the future if this works out best for you

[@DayOffDIY]

Appreciate it! I’m a big fan of the longer videos that I can sink into too. Glad I was able to hit the mark for ya

[@staleyexplores]

@@DayOffDIY not saying I didn't enjoy your previous videos bc they were 💜 too! I'm wondering if I could afford a side project like this one. I need to learn more about how to identify the n52 engine and such. Slowly do the work to repair it and have a fun car.

[@josepholives]

awesome video! love how stock you keep the car while fixing everything that’s broken

[@DayOffDIY]

I’m a bit of a stock enthusiast! Modifying these cars can sometimes do more harm than good

[@dault2923]

Around August of this year I picked up an E46 and I have little to no knowledge of how to work on cars and far from the budget to do it consistently; although this is an E90 I have learned a LOT about working on my own car and how satisfying it can be through this video. Thank you Alec for making these long form, honest and open videos.

[@DayOffDIY]

That's is awesome to hear! ya know, a lot of the jobs i did on this car transfer over to the e46 platform pretty well, both straight 6 engines and similar designs. glad you enjoyed the video my friend :) and good luck with wrenching!!!

[@dennisdeleon3164]

Awesome vid! I really appreciate you posting this video and buying this exact car. I also have a 2006 325i which I daily. A lot has crapped on me in the last year and it’s hard to afford to fix most of it as I’m 19 and in full time college. About to hit 200k miles and so far it’s been such a great car but reliability is getting iffy now haha. Valve cover gasket has crapped on me so I’ve been topping it off from time to time now. Saving up to fix it when I can afford it. I recently fixed my dead alternator, changed all my bad coolant hoses and reservoir as it had a bad leak. Next on the list is my leaking power steering reservoir, bushings, all brakes and rotors, seat mat to remove airbag light, and fix my ac and heat as both randomly stopped working a year ago now. This video was honestly what I needed to give me hope that I can get my car running like it’s supposed to one day! Mechanically she’s not the best right now but I do detail her the best I can to make her feel nice cosmetically! Happy to have found your channel, I hope this video will help you gain more subscribers and turns out to be profitable in the long run. Thanks again!

[@user-jc9zd6mp7w]

I have a 2004 330xi E46 ... And your videos are the reason why I do all my own work on my E46

[@DayOffDIY]

that's awesome! I love hearing that. keep that e46 running strong! some of the last good bmws on the road

[@sal1520]

You’re a true legend brother! Real BMW enthusiast above all💪🏼💪🏼 your channel is above and beyond entertaining and educational of fixing great cars 👍🏼 god bless you on your journey and great success.

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks Sal! Means a lot! The KZbin community is what keeps me going. Appreciate the support

[@StonerCarCare]

Great video Alec! Thanks for letting us be apart of this Journey 😀

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks for the great products! Let’s link up soon! 👍🏻

[@nibraasjaffri4217]

Man this was a sweet restoration build, great job Alec, thank you for giving back to the community, I wish the giveaway was available for us folks living in Dubai, just having to drive something worked on by you would be a privilege. 👏 Congrats to whoever wins this baby! 🎉

[@targa328]

Literally a full N51/52 Maintenance guide in one video. Fire.

[@DayOffDIY]

glad you appreciate it! thats what i was going for

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

0:42 My Golden Bears 🐻! Thank you so much Alec!! I still have to watch the video later. It’s starting off incredibly interesting, especially the giveaway!

[@DayOffDIY]

Golden bears just for you Mitchell!

[@mitchellbarnow1709]

@@DayOffDIY I really appreciated your personalization of this amazing video, Alec!

[@ozzienH]

absolutely Love that you are restoring these older Bimmers. They definitely Deserve it!. Best of luck with your Future ventures!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks for the support sloth, means a lot . Hopefully we can keep this recipe going into the future. Fingers crossed it blows up!!!

[@Stuffa1]

Quality of these videos and the fact that you are giving away the cars and the work you put in made me follow directly. Keep it up and you will definitely succeed in making a living out of this! 👊

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you! really appreciate the support. I hope it will turn into something sustainable :)

[@xomember]

I asked for a N52 video and I actually got it!! So glad to see you work on some “newer” cars as well. I myself am a proud owner of an E91 325i also pre lci. Those things last forever with the N52! Sadly I cant take part of the giveaway since I live in germany😂 but still glad to see you give back to the community you built! Onto great things🔥

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks man, means a lot! Gotta love the N52s, I’ve been dying to get one on the channel, glad we finally made it happen

[@nathanmacias4913]

Bro is a goat hope u don’t stop ur passion cannot go unnoticed. Since u came up I’ve been more motivated to work on my m54 e39. Really keep up bro your break will come anytime really keep at it.

[@DayOffDIY]

Means a lot Nathan thank you! Hope the e39 project goes well. That’s a great chassis and a great engine to go with it!

[@NUTTYBAR313]

just found your channel and man love it you really show how to clean, how to do the repairs. very informative. other channels dont really show how to do the repair. thanks dude.

[@user-jv6xz2xi9e]

This is amazing. As a recent owner of a maligned 7 series that needs some love, I am pumped that I found this channel and am working my way through your videos as we speak

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you for the support! means a lot! these bmws need a little extra TLC but once they're dialed in they are amazing drivers. Hope you enjoy the other videos :)

[@andrewgarcia3136]

this dude does a better job than every tech i personally know. truly amazing.

[@DayOffDIY]

appreciate it andrew! i always tried to keep high standards as a tech, and am still trying to do the same if not better :)

[@andrewgarcia3136]

@@DayOffDIY the industry needs more techs like you but I totally understand why people choose to take their own path. Dealerships are a slog and it's getting tougher to be an indie.

[@franciscobaltodano4551]

Awesome!!! I just found a black one on marketplace, had an minor hit on the rear end. Low miles. Might grab it this week.

[@DayOffDIY]

Do it! That would be epic! They’re not too hard to work on

[@BMWCubsMan]

Love your channel. Stumbled upon it a few months back. As a BMW enthusiast myself it’s nice to see a DIY’er with the same interest in these older BMW’s. Nothing drives and looks like them! Great video! Keep the content coming!

[@DayOffDIY]

Hey i appreciate the support! I love these older BMWs, Id take a E46 or a E90 over an F or G body BMW right now all day

[@BMWCubsMan]

@@DayOffDIY Absolutely! I’ve been stuck in the E46/E39/E53/E36 generations. I’ve owned an E92 as well. Early 2000’s and 90’s are truly BMW’s sweet spot. Keeps people like us to keep them on the road to enjoy for years to come!

[@TSCFrenzy]

Man I’m not going to lie this is my first time coming across your KZbin channel but I gotta say I love the vibes. I watched the entire thing at 4am and I didn’t even feel bored. I was entertained the entire time watching this video. Partly because I’ve been trying to restore my own BMW 323i that my dad recently passed down to me for my 19th birthday. It’s 2007 and it’s his baby that he’s had for over 15 years!!! Honestly it’s a thing of beauty and I personally want to continue to drive this for another 15yrs especially since it’s only has 140,000KM. Its been a money drain for my father so that’s why I’ve been educating myself trying to save a couple dollars when I need to repair it by just doing some DIY work and that’s how exactly I came across your video. It needs a lot of work since everything thing that could be possibly be leaking oil is literally leaking oil lol but I can’t wait until I fix everything I can so I can make my father proud. Keep up the great work man, I’m definitely going to stay tuned with the future videos and go watch the older ones you have posted! Good luck in all your future endeavors and wish you the best with your KZbin career, you have a great heart and I can see your passion. Never doubt or give up on yourself. Take care boss!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thank you so much for the comment! Im glad the video flew on by, thats my goal, to create a video someone can watch like a mini movie. Sounds like youre well on your way to make your dad proud. I sure would be! Really appreciate this comment and the kind words

[@georgerenolds859]

i love that you can do this you saving lives on and off the camera i thankyou for your work man keep on putting those fires outt

[@DayOffDIY]

Will do George! Really appreciate the support

[@4414ification]

Buddy you are awesome. Hearing you do German stuff and naming it is hilarious to me every time (I am German). What you do is inspirational and awesome. And you are just a down to earth kinda guy. Mad respect, wonderful project, wish I could like this video 50 times for your sake. Whoever gets this is really lucky, even I wish I could win it! I just learned to wrench as well on my e46, it’s the car I grew up in and it has my love and soul, so I try to treat her well. I was captivated for the whole video and besides how cool I find it, it’s refreshing to see someone who mentiones torque specs and works neat. Great content. You remind me of M539! Greets from Germany and keep it going. I‘m sure great things will happen to you and your channel! Guten Torque to you brother 😂

[@DayOffDIY]

Hahaha I love it! How’d I sound with the gummi pfledger? Awesome to hear you’re treating your BMW well. I try to stay as detailed as I can with out getting too boring. Really appreciate the support and the comment, means a lot!!!

[@gattube]

It is very hard to find see selfless, good hearted and hardworking people like you these days. I own an e38 and i know how hard some of this work is. It is so good to see someone paying such detail into cars in general. I always had eespect for cars in general. These cars have so much of life left. I have a 2004 530i and it has 325000 miles on it with original engine and transmission. I also run only amsoil in it. It is so sad to see these cars in the junk yard especially for a coroded valvetronic relay or something simple. Great video. Please give blessings to this warm hearted man. Absolutely love his purpose of making such content. 🎉

[@andrewgarcia3136]

someone literally gave my 530 away. i've been dailying it, now at 232xxx miles. still pulls and feels great

[@DayOffDIY]

thanks for this amazing comment! really apprecaite your support. also, awesome to hear about m54s going well over 300k miles. they are very good at it and are a reliable powerplant! the M54 and N52 are the last reliable bmw engines made in my opinion!!!

[@kennethjohndesouza2251]

i watch so many of this kind of DIY videos and i have to say your video is one of the best I've seen , with the amount of effort that is put in as though you are doing it for yourself , you have gain one new subscriber from Malaysia

[@DayOffDIY]

malaysia! how awesome. thank you for the awesome comment and support :)

[@thomasortmann41]

Your a good man❤.Giving so much love to these beautiful cars and give them away for free ,is heart touching. As a german i can only say how much we adore BMW & Mercedes & Audi & Porsche & Volkswagen in our Country❤.Thanks man great Job on this one.

[@DayOffDIY]

thanks thomas! awesome to hear about the passion you guys have over there for these cars. some of us americans share it too :) hopefully we can keep this going!

[@thomasortmann41]

@@DayOffDIY i hope you are doing a lot more of this Videos saving german cars ❤️.I will watch them all.

[@elsimoe7816]

im in another continent and you motivated mme to start working on my own things, i own a home that requires a lot of repairs, now immm doing them by myself on my day off "wink" next step is cars. you are a legend and i will be celebrating once this channel blows up

[@DayOffDIY]

Really appreciate it man, there’s always DIY work to be done! Where ya from?

[@elsimoe7816]

@@DayOffDIY Morocco, first country to recognize U.S independance, we've been friends for a while

[@DayOffDIY]

morocco! amazing! thanks for being a part of the channel my friend!

[@JGWhips]

Great video. It's nice to see how much you appreciate older BMWs! Someone is getting one sweet ride!

[@No_Life_Liam]

Wow - only 7 minutes in, but what a phenomenal view you had on your drive there and on the way home! I really regret not driving around California more, and it's absolutely on the cards in the future for my wife and I. Just wanted the say, the video production is top tier also. Another great video.

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks Liam! That stretch of the 101 from northern CA into Oregon is the best. One of my favorite drives of all time. Gotta check it out next time you come throufh

[@robsweekendgarage]

Epic video by an epic guy! Really starting the year off with a banger. That E90 is one beautiful machine and it's going to make an awesome vehicle for someone. Cheers!

[@DayOffDIY]

Hey thanks Rob! Great staying connected with you during the build. Let’s keep it rollin! Big year for this channel and for Rob’s Weekend Garage!

[@AB-jk7tw]

Love my 2008 n52 engine - lots of fun and very reliable to date.

[@DayOffDIY]

Great cars, great engine. I mean it when I say they’re one of my fscorites

[@MyExpectationsAreLow]

One of the best restorations on an E90. I’ve had a similar car, only that I had sport seats, pro Navi, sport steering wheel but no sunroof. Loved it till the day one of the rods gave up, days after I done a total rear ended restoration with new frame, callipers, disks, shocks, springs, brake hoses and more. I really miss it. Hope the new owner will really appreciate the car and your hard work.

[@DayOffDIY]

Thank you for the kind words! Man that's a real shame the car gave up on you, you had a connecting rod failure?! was it on an N52? haven't seen one of these fail that way yet. Appreciate the support! cheers!

[@bonvion961]

What a beautiful build Alec, much respect to you for putting so many hours and many dollars into this for a lucky person, I really hope more people will see this and give your channel some love, best regards!

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you! I hope so too, and hopefully this is the first of many to come, just need to figure out how these cars are going to get paid for! LOL

[@staleyexplores]

Walnut wood is my spirit plant

[@JoeG93]

Me too 😂🥺

[@DayOffDIY]

It’s such a gorgeous wood! I really like this trim

[@AnHoKuka]

Man it’s insane ❤ This idea, all that you explained !!! You are good person! I wish you luck and success in your journey. The universe surely will pay you back with good. Thank you for content. And get this free hug from Ukraine 🇺🇦

[@DayOffDIY]

Really appreciate it! Awesome to hear from a viewer in Ukraine. Thank you for the support, means a lot

[@crs290]

I like your attitude of going above and beyond for the tradesmen. I always show up at my mechanic's shop with a little something extra to show gratitude for the hustle. And Sage is like, "Button this thing up and throw me my ball!"

[@DayOffDIY]

LOL sage always could use more attention :) Thanks for the awesome comment

[@anon-tk1zg]

Man, you are the best. I think I have learned everything I know about cars from your channel. I found your channel right around the time I bought a 2006 330i.

[@DayOffDIY]

Perfect timing! Thanks for the awesome comment, it means a lot :)

[@Co1ny]

appreciate your dedication and hard work!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thank you! Means a lot

[@ericksonmoreno6029]

Absolutely love what you’re doing I personally think the universe will reward you in the long run no doubt about it 👏also my message to rest of fellow viewers give this man his likes and subscribe would love to see your channel grow even further 🙌🏼

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks Erick! Just trying to do my best with what I got. Your support means a lot!!!

[@bogusienombre355]

CONGRATS ON THIS ONE! Very nice work, it came back to being the lux car it is with a great engine. I liked the mix of humor and realism and puppy love in this. Can't wait to see the happy winner!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thanks for the support as always Bogs, you’re a legend!

[@tcomneo]

KZbin just recommended your Video and man was it a ride to watch...greetings from Germany awesome job done Sir!!

[@tariknaccasha6720]

Hyped to be apart of this community!

[@DayOffDIY]

Tarik youve been awesome man, thanks for all the shoutouts!!! you said you were in oregon ya?

[@tariknaccasha6720]

@@DayOffDIY yes it’s not a problem, and yes I’m from Oregon😁

[@DayOffDIY]

Love oregon! Was in grants pass, coos bay, bandon, and up and down the coast in october!@@tariknaccasha6720

[@DayOffDIY]

also just got back from ashland@@tariknaccasha6720

[@jkrueger27]

Bravo buddy. Moms still got it 😜

[@DayOffDIY]

Hahahahah you’re not wrong, she is a good lookin gal 🙃

[@rosstibbits2819]

Congratulations, Alec! That’s a great looking E-90. I’ve been watching your excellent videos for about a year now and I’ve really enjoyed your programming. This happens to be my first KZbin comment ever, but I wish you the best with this give away and I hope it leads to more give aways! Keep up the good work!

[@DayOffDIY]

The fact that I got your first comment means a lot! Thanks for the support. Hopefully we can keep doing this! Would be a lot of fun if this was just the beginning. Cheers Ross!

[@niklasschmitt]

Hey Alec, I really wish it turns out the way you planned! You are such a great and wholesome guy and fun to watch :) Wish you all the best from the heart ❤

[@DayOffDIY]

Means a lot Niklas! Hopefully we can keep doing this thing

[@staleyexplores]

Okay, sorry to leave so many comments but I'm sure it helps with the algorithm. I noticed on your driving footage not too far along in the video. They're is a pull out somewhere along in the area that you're in. It's my favorite spot in California that I've ever been to just unbelievably gorgeous. It's after Mill Creek campground and after you go down that hill but before you get to the redwood prairie Creek area

[@DayOffDIY]

The more comments the better!!! Isn’t that stretch so gorgeous?! I don’t know the name of it but it’s one of my favorite parts as well. Glad you got to experience it in persob

[@jeremycollis]

Thanks!

[@DayOffDIY]

Jeremy my brother!!! HOW ARE YOU?! Thank you so much for the generous thanks! I miss you man, I tried to text your cell, maybe its an old number? mines the same, hit me up soon :) Love you dude

[@Setsuna00T]

I am glad that I found your channel, I used to work on my E46 and E83... my E46 was a headache but I learned to love that ride, keep up the great work you do bud.

[@DayOffDIY]

Gotta love the e46s! Appreciate the support friend

[@rezaq1]

Wish you success bro from here in the UK. Nice to have a decent person with the right objectives. Hope you get a ramp soon.

[@StagnantMizu]

I am not particularly religious but if there is a god I hope he blesses you

[@DayOffDIY]

I appreciate that my friend!

[@caribbeanbwoyz2361]

Your mustache is very disturbing.

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you :)

[@chefpe12]

I sat last night to watch the video, didnt notice it was 1+ Hour leng, enjoy it so much that here i am next day continuing the vid, keep it going you are doing great

[@goobysen9202]

Starting off 2024 with a banger. Thank you for bringing us along the journey for the restoration of this car. Really cool that the next owner will have a whole hour and a half video as documentation to back up the maintenance records. Really excited for the future of the channel, its all up from here.

[@DayOffDIY]

that was the goal! thanks for the comment. The video is doin okay so far, but i hope the word will get out about it soon! appreciate it :)

[@shirkophobe]

Man, that Bimmer looks fantastic! Big respect for the attention to detail in your restoration and for following through with the giveaway, even though you understandably got attached. Love your energy, Alec!

[@StreetChally73]

Isn’t it so satisfying to take something the average person would think is ‘good enough’, then turn it into something special? Also, doing a deep cleaning in the interior and removing all those damn pine needles & leaves makes such an improvement and is oh so satisfying! Congrats on making the jump over to a full-time Tuber and with the content you put out, your subscribers’ count should only continue to rise. 🤜🤛 Also, props for using various Stoner products. I’ve been using their products for many years now and they’ve never let me down.

[@DayOffDIY]

It's my favorite part. Love turning them into something special. Thank you for the congratulations! It's been a hard transition, but I'm very happy with where Im at so far. Still working on creating a comfortable income. Yeah ive always been a fan of stoner products, i used their More Shine Less Time for years at the shop to detail engine bays, so when i made this channel i reached out to them and they offered to supply me with all the products I need. Very awesome team over there at Stoner

[@Sam_54M]

This is amazing, the amount of love and attention you show these cars is non comparable. You sir are a great mechanic and a wonderful human being. I haven't enjoyed watching content as much as i enjoy watching your videos in a long time. I watched every second of it. Great job brother

[@DayOffDIY]

Wow, thank you! Such an awesome comment Sam. I try to create content that I like to watch, so I’m glad we got the same taste! Appreciate the support

[@frankmckinnon-sg5cr]

Actually, I'm not one of those who comment under the video. I saw your video while browsing KZbin and you are really very successful. You took the car to another level. I want to leave this comment under your video because I need a car and you did such a great job. Good luck again my friend. I hope you get millions of followers soon. Loves from Seattle.

[@juanenciso3625]

Youre not only one hell of a mechanic, but youre an amazing human being too!

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you Juan! means a lot!!!

[@AvengeButterscotch]

I own a 328i 2008 and did most of the work. Worked hard for it and still appreciate it 🙏 i hope a deserving person gets the car and i love your mission

[@DayOffDIY]

thank you! They are great cars, and quite timeless. Very modern for the year but still feel mechanical. One of my favorites

[@Vladkostyk]

I love how you didn’t make it in 30 videos and made it in one well edited video. Subscribed!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thank you! I was trying to mix up the format, do a mini movie in a way. Glad you liked it

[@Bixplus]

Dude, I have been following you since the e46 project.. And what a insane job you do!

[@DayOffDIY]

Thank you!!’ Trying to upgrade the content and builds!!!

[@uuproverlord8324]

one of the most genuine creators out there

[@Speedtv21]

Love your attention to detail and what you choose to do for a living,you deserve more subs

[@nguyenthanhhuy2619]

I just found out about your channel last night and been enjoying every minutes of it. I owned an E90 N52 in the past and watching this video gave me some flashback and reminded me of my old car.

[@DayOffDIY]

they sure are great cars when theyre dialed. Glad you found us, welcome to the channel :)

[@elvinitto]

Such a great project! From the start to the end! Loved it!

[@michaelmcguire3649]

Alec, great job man! Can't wait to see what you do next!

[@DayOffDIY]

I can’t wait either!!!

[@franklinromero3269]

Amazing video. Very cool to see how much your mother cares and supports you.

[@BRYAN-uh7ge]

Amazing work ! You brought the car back to life looks brand new ! Congratulations.

[@kanggoo57]

Damn thats actually sweet, and nice of you to give it away! Love from Northern Finland.

[@baraa3822]

This guy seems so genuine, gained a new subscriber love the content!! Excited to enter ur future giveaways when you're able to come to Canada, hope to give a tour of the maple land!

[@archanorius]

hey, thanks for the video, if you want a little tip for restauring headlight, the marks you had was clearcoat not removed , you can use wheel cleaner to soften and remove most of the damaged clearcoat before sanding

[@DayOffDIY]

good idea! ill give that a try next time. yeah looks like i didn't sand down deep enough, ill be starting with 220 next time for sure

[@archanorius]

@@DayOffDIY the lower you start the better the result but it will also take longer to remove the scratches

[@MollyPopper]

Its comforting to know that even pro BWM techs can screw something up sometimes. Had a pretty rough time replacing my e39 window regulator today. The regulator replacement went fine but i couldnt get the glass back down all the way, still struggling with it now.

[@DayOffDIY]

We all make mistakes! Did you get it figured out yet? Is it the type of regulator with the plastic clip with the bolt and the nut?

[@Mikejones51046]

Awesome transformation! Meeting you would be the real treat. Car looks amazing

[@Mommyhas2smokefirst]

😮I would probably just be quiet and stare in shock 😂

[@DayOffDIY]

That’s so nice, hopefully one day we can make it happen!

[@mechanicalintentions5431]

I had a similar issue when I had my 07 328xi wagon windshield. I went it replace my seal and busted the windshield. Darn. That is a beautiful car! Nice save and the new owner will be so lucky!

[@DayOffDIY]

It happens sometimes :/ Appreciate the support, means a lot!

[@rossparkes]

Awesome video man, it is great to see you enjoying this build so much! She's a real beaut, whoever wins is gonna be one happy camper. Keep doing your thing man!

[@DayOffDIY]

Hey thanks Ross! Glad to finally spill the beans on what I’ve been planning. Quite happy with this one. Appreciate the support as always man

[@elora2525]

Good job. As BMW technician I never put gasket makers with gaskets it creates leaks but all the ones I seen had way more than what you added.. i charge 8hours for an oil pan gasket specially the N52 because usually the long bolts for the rear are seize and break off adding complexity for removing the pan, drilling on a tight fit area and timesert if needed is expensive

[@nathanacuna]

This has been so therapeutic to watch. Thanks for uploading this amazing transformation video. Amazing job!

[@DayOffDIY]

That was my goal. Glad i hit the mark. Thanks Nathan!

[@McRat_]

Amazing video, this is my dream car I’m glad you fixed this car up. Your passion for car fixing is inspiring. Good luck in all future endeavors.

[@simphiweprincezulu1879]

I like that you do the job with basic garage equipment without the excuse of needing a lift but prioritising safety and giving it away will be a blessing in return even to future generations. Keep up the great job man from South Africa, Nqutu

[@DayOffDIY]

really appreciate you! thats what i try to go for. thank you!

[@theernisbrothers]

Mannn this is what I love to see for real all the effort and time thats going into it I hope the person that wins appreciates the car and your time and effort and shares the same excitement 💯

[@jeansassine]

Good man! Enjoyed watching your video repairing this gorgeous car. Hope you find the right person to enjoy and care for it 👍

[@DayOffDIY]

I think we found the perfect people. Excited to share part two with you !