Here's What I Found In The Engine Of My Cheap C63 AMG & What You MUST Do Before Buying Any Used Car.

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I bought my C63 AMG for cheap because the seller thought the engine was bad. Today we find out by taking it apart and by performing an electronic compression test. I'll also give you a pre-purchase inspection tip that could save you thousands of dollars and a lot of headaches by avoiding a basket case car. Kind of like my C63.
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[@MrBat000]

SO HOW MUCH MONEY ARE YOU MAKING FROM ADVERTISING THIS WEBSITE?? YOU SEEM TO GO ONE AND ON ABOUT IT.

[@zollotech]

Was sure you were gong to have Camshaft lobe wear and we would have a Tasos style video from you. Those driver side lobes are close though....I wonder if the heat in the UAE where Tasos Moschatos lives combined with the thinner oil plays a major part there too?

[@LegitStreetCars]

We still might. I'm looking for performance cams

[@LegitStreetCars]

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[@alimehrozi2828]

Roll race it against e55 and e320 after modifications

[@TheFPF422]

Mikey Smith the 320 V6 is not a enjoyable engine... it’s a lazy engine...it doesn’t like to take revs (my father had a C320). The 350 V6 is much more dynamic. It has good torque and loves to go up in the revs. I had my SLK350 for a couple of days at AMG and with light mods, and not that expensive, the car had a 0 to 100 kph close to the AMG version of the SLK and wasn’t limited to 250 kph anymore... I drove back to Belgium on the autobahn over 300kph most of the time... Had to slow down because my right calf was cramping from keeping the gas pedal to the floor all the time! No big deal as I was close to the border anyway. The car had a much better sound too

[@Nutzz150]

LegitStreetCars mentioned that he is looking for a V12 car now. Here is an idea: W/V140, 600SEL/S600 V12 - of course it is not as fast and exhilarating as the newer vehicles that this channel has been focused on so far, but is considered to be the last over-engineered (arguably) Mercedes-Benz, that was developed for almost a decade starting in the 1980's with over $1,000,000,000 Dollars invested in its development. (Not accounting for inflation) This was also the first time Mercedes used a V12 engine since World War II - where they would have their Daimler-Benz DB 600 series aircraft engines installed in airplanes such as the Messerschmitt Bf 109E. It is also possible to find a modified versions of the W140 body style by various tuner companies, such as AMG, Renntech, Carlsson, Lorinser, Brabus, Lotec, Wald, Vaeth and Koenig Specials (C140). (There are probably more.) It is important to remember that this M120 engine proved to be very promising to the point where Pagani took it, increased its displacement to 7.3 Liters and put it in their Zonda. In my opinion, the most interesting example of modifying the M120 engine was by Carlsson - getting it to 7.4 Liters, mating it with a 6-Speed manual transmission and putting that in the R129 body - Carlsson SL 600 7.4L V12 C74 Le Mans. Needless to say, diving and exploring such content will open this channel for a wider Mercedes-Benz enthusiasts crowd to discover and appreciate. If you think that this information is worthwhile, please upvote for LegitStreetCars to see this.

[@alexyoung478]

Nutzz150 nice mate well spoken 👍🏻

[@ashishpatel350]

As the saying goes "I like my car titles the way I like my women...clean"

[@nakian5316]

@Commentor1 you like being pissed on?

[@AwkwardYet]

Scientist conducted pelvic ultrasound scans after urination and during sexual excitation just before and after the squirting event. All of the women had empty bladders before sexual excitation, however, urine collected just before squirting showed that the bladder was filling up. Urine sampled after squirting revealed that the bladder had been emptied again, revealing the origin of the squirted liquid.

[@rskrks]

Completely waxed

[@LuisRamirez-ln3cj]

Or dirty and cheap.

[@neilcowan535]

That is not a saying. You just made it up. And its lame.

[@britton6062]

first step to "de-rice" this AMG..... please rip off that stupid gold tape. Don't even make another video until you do. :)

[@switlikbob1]

De-ricing, excellent!

[@OM-jt9nk]

exactly lol, get that shit out of there

[@youngroshi4677]

Why not maybe he likes it.

[@nirfz]

So basically the part of the car that was expected to be the most broken one is in better shape than anything else.

[@bigpjohnson]

I've done that before. Bought a truck for peanuts due to supposedly blown head gaskets, they were actually fine and a decade later it still runs great. The transmission and suspension crapped out, so everything has been replaced except the engine which was the original "problem" it had.

[@BoomerZman77]

Excellent observation!

[@benznation5153]

Keep making awesome videos! BenzNation Chicago is watching

[@LegitStreetCars]

We need to do a meet

[@benznation5153]

@@LegitStreetCars Definitely! Last week we had about 20 benz lined up at Woodfield, lot of W211 and AMG

[@brianpopelka3165]

@@benznation5153 whens your next car show, i live in the chicago area

[@LegitStreetCars]

I don't do car shows but I do go to car meets. I'll post the next one on Instagram and KZbin

[@kukuy6644]

LA CA Too

[@Gr0t0tter]

Tavarish could learn a good number of things watching your channel - like the importance of maintenance before beating on something. Loving M156 content - so glad you took the plunge and got one!

[@nicke2307]

agree 1000%

[@Fee.1]

Tavarish could learn a lot from grade school

[@chrisg4rr377]

Whats the fool done now?

[@nicke2307]

@Dave Pawson I gave up on tavarish when he claimed he "fixed" his sbc on the SL55 by resetting the clock for 50 bucks instead of properly having it serviced then went and spent 2k on ghetto ass rims. Somone might not have brakes or there's going to be big brake issues and he pissed it off to the wind... #ghettospec

[@jordancusano3192]

I can't stand Tavarish's rambling. Unsubscribed from the dude a while ago. LegitStreetCars is LEGIT

[@stevegee218]

Great news on the cams! Another thing I do with my ML63 is always wait for the idle to drop before moving the car on a cold start/sitting overnight to give the oil system some time to circulate. Takes under 30 sec, but good thing to do for a race motor before you put load on it. (For others) One other test you can do that is not a lot of money (around $40) is a NAPA "Block Tester" kit to see if the head gasket is leaking on the M156. It checks to see if you have combustion gases in your antifreeze. You can do a youtube search for "Napa block tester" to see how the kit works.

[@mtnman1984]

The farther you go, the more I want a 2010 E63. Are you going to do a V12 car at some point?

[@LegitStreetCars]

Oh for sure. Looking for one now

[@805NAVE]

LegitStreetCars get a CL65 if you can please! I love the CLs.

[@mnoovurvi]

@@805NAVE Yes, C216 or W221 in 65 form - the best mercs

[@stevebullit7560]

LegitStreetCars R230 would be huge man! No matter if SL600 or SL65 😊👌🏻

[@marcot.8250]

The R230 is one of the most beautiful things that ever came from a Daimler factory.

[@LightlessAMG]

I know I'm late as hell, but I just bought one of these. 2 owners, the first had it for less than a year. 45k miles and no accidents, garage kept. I want as many tips as possible as to how I can make this last over 100k. May i have some tips?

[@chrisej5987]

Beautiful. I hope the previous owner is seeing this. He practically gave you a car! 😂

[@diablocls55]

Not just any car but an AMG😂

[@ronaldwarroom6009]

Can you work on my E55

[@AJGreen-cn8kk]

Several bullets dodged on this one. Can't wait to see the mods.

[@dominiccampanella21]

I drive a facelifted 2013 c63, and I love watching these videos. Just got MBH headers on my car. Your car is gonna sound insane

[@dfiglide]

Collapsed engine mounts, worn out cam lobes, broken head bolts. Nothing has changed in 30 years. M110 cams wore out, M116/117 head bolts broke, engine mounts collapsed on 140 series sedans. Built like no other LOL.

[@96ter214]

Anybody been waiting for someone to do a w204c63 fixer up or build?

[@shtopfl5247]

I understood the german cause I am german great to see that your engine is healthy great video as always 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻😊

[@eknaap8800]

Ich habe es auch verstanden. Ich bin ja Holländer.

[@colin8601]

Compression, leakdown , borescope...repeat after me. Valuable lessons learned from the audi world and sleeved blocks.

[@briansierzega]

Haha! Good one with the Rosetta Stone! I was like...wtf! lol

[@d913y]

Great knowledgeable videos as always. Check out this Greek guy on KZbin. He is a big amg guy. His name is tasos moschatos

[@LT3Fluffy]

Starts at 5:30

[@patrickr8890]

Hey Alex, you're awesome man. You just saved me tons of money. I will check my M156 engine to make sure that all's good with the cam lobes, cam buckets, and head bolts. Thanks again!👍

[@alexhall6396]

i'll tell you what i see, a engine that has had the oil changes kept up with really well. i've done multiple valve cover gasket jobs on m156 e63's already this year that have had much more discoloration and stained cylinder heads up top with similar mileage and still no excessive camshaft wear. yours looks mint 👌🏽

[@Hacker07Gaming]

Is changing the headbolts easy? It looks pretty easy to get the cover off but do the bolts simply bolt off so you can put the new style on?

[@jae9843]

You can also do relative compression testing with a dedicated oscilloscope (outside of a high-end scanner). I don't actually know what I'm talking about here: really just parroting what I've seen on South Main Auto, New Level, Scanner Danner, Diagnose Dan, etc. But I do have a STAR! Will have to try this out on my Mercedes hooptie.

[@blademansw]

Now that is a good channel. As long as you like everything done up to factory torque spec. I mean hit with a rattle gun lol

[@mrgtsx]

I don’t trust the electronic compression test. I’ve had a few known low compression engines and it still comes up as ok.

[@dkaloupis75]

You should be OK with diesel engines though...

[@mrgtsx]

@@dkaloupis75 sadly no. I have done so on a fair few om642 engines, om651 and they came up ok with the electronic test. but when doing a manual was a different story. problems included bent valves, rings gone, bore damage etc etc

[@dkaloupis75]

@@mrgtsx My friend... Bin your diagnostics and buy mine then...sorry about that...

[@mrgtsx]

Nothing to be sorry about just stating my experience over the years 🙂( using xentry I work for Mercedes)

[@adriangospodaru9733]

You're doing a great job for all of us Mercedes Benz enthusiasts , who are looking to buy a 6.2liter engined Benz . Keep up with the good work . Cheers .

[@Masonianjar]

Love you videos man!! Wish you still had the C55 😭😭

[@LegitStreetCars]

It's in really good hands. The new owner is a true car guy and takes really good care of it. Plus it's in the south now and not Chicago

[@Masonianjar]

LegitStreetCars that's good to know. That would be cool if it made it down to Texas where I am at. I have to replace the lower control arms I believe here soon. It's making some noises when I go over speed bumps. Also have to figure out if there is anyway if I can add the second generation command system to it (from an face lifted e350 or something) as well at XM radio. I wish there were more support and stuff online. But I may just have to get a whole new infotainment and call it a day

[@natew8924]

WHAT?!?! 🤯🤯

[@mrivantchernegovski3869]

and dam nickle coated bores in motorcross bikes

[@rubbishcar]

New episode! Awesome! Greetings from Estonia.

[@DouEditz]

Totaled the C55 as there was a truck axle on the road...dark dark country road.....rip black 06 c55... im looking at this exact model.....hows it holding up

[@theloser0]

OMG YOU PAID BASICALLY NOTHING FOR YOUR STAR SYSTEM! IM SO JEALOUS ! I've been looking for years

[@SJSOmar]

KZbin algorithm again says there are 2views and 11 likes including mine

[@picklejay7822]

Saabrito okay And? Are you gonna fix it? Is anyone that might see your comment gonna fix it? I never understood why people comment when the view number is off.

[@SJSOmar]

Pickle Jay chill out do you really think anybody is going to care about your concern about my comment ? Don’t you have anything better than being a troll?

[@picklejay7822]

Saabrito how is that being a troll? Your comment is just dumb. Kinda like a “first” comment

[@PX.60]

@@SJSOmar Your comment is so unoriginal and stupid, no point of commenting it lol

[@runshikesbikes4687]

Just picked up a C63! Thanks for the video. I also picked up an Autel MS906BT that will let you run the compression test... So not the cost of the STAR system but still $1200. Besides the things in the video, anything else I should look for? Thanks!

[@dwightlooi]

The 6.3 M156 engine is a total shit show. The head bolts fail just like the Northstar. The camshafts grind itself to shit because of hardening differences vs the tappets. The fuel injectors fucking leak. Any single one of those things happen and you just totalled your car BEYOND ECONOMICAL REPAIR. Do yourself a favor and just get an Small block V8 (which actually makes more power per pound of engine weight and gets significantly better mileage). Or, if really want German stuff get the earlier blown 5.5 M113 engine.

[@jasonblackforest4330]

but Your car is only 63,000 miles ... let's be honest ... You probably did not expect to see worn camshafts with such a low car mileage. You had to buy a car with a mileage of 160,000 miles.

[@Aspra]

Sweet t30!

[@jgonzalesm6]

Autel Maxysis Pro. This scanner is awesome but it ain't cheap. You can find some used ones on Ebay. Do your due diligence...as always.

[@brianwilson6244]

Hi I'm in the UK and I've just purchased a CLS 320 CDI, as you probably know it has the 7g auto gearbox in, id like some advice please, when the engine is warm and you accelerate slowly there is a scraping sound from first to second, accelerate hard and no scraping sound, your thought would be much appreciated... thanks

[@GMONEYFIFTYFOUR]

Alex is like “Boris the bullet dodger?”

[@DOUBLESTACKDIABLO]

Do you know the nm for the valve cover gasket bolts? Im redoing the valve cover gasket but don’t know the torque specifications . Help please !

[@GovernmentBeef]

Hey man, idk of you’ll see this but my 2012 C63 recently has a low tick at low rpm (1000-3500) and then goes away after accelerating, I put long tube headers and a stage 2 93 octane tune on it about 3 months ago and i noticed it after that. Could it be plugs? Bad gas? I also contacted the dealer and ran my vin to see if I need the camshaft and lifters repacked but I was not on the list. Your input would be greatly appreciated!

[@gearhead3500]

I found a deal 2009 c63 amg 155k miles 1-3 is misfiring what could be the problem his asking 8k since it has that problem

[@UQRXD]

Great video. Engine nice and clean. I do think that a lot of cam wear for miles. Did the engine have synthetic oil or regular. I pulled engines apart running synthetic oil that looked better with little or almost no signs of wear at 80 to 100,000 miles. I do a trick I put a Neodymium ring magnet on the bottom of the oil filter. The three things I do, oil analysis and oil pressure check, and compression of engine tells all. And look the engine up. Case and point the Ford Taurus the water pump is in the engine and if it leaks the coolant goes right in the crankcase, and contaminates the oil leading to bearing failer. If the bearing goes bad since it is timing chain driven it will trash the engine since it is an interference type. (The pic has no political affiliation it's just a Donkey)

[@jimmerriman6920]

Carfax is a joke. Plain and simple. I bought a truck at 110K miles, knowing it had been accident early in it's life. 2 years later, still no additional information with regard to the accident. 5 years later, yep 5 years later Carfax updates the report to say that the car was totaled. They added that 7 years after the accident, just as I was about to trade it in for another lightly used truck. They were unwilling to review the paperwork, their reports, and make a correct. I had a PPI (Post Purchase Inspection) done after I was told about the updated Carfax report with the Salvage report. Interestingly enough, my title says "clean title". In my opinion, Carfax is a total scam. Completely inaccurate reports, and they won't investigate any conflict of information, and they claim no liability to any report they list. Total bullshit! I will never buy another car or truck using a Carfax report as a guide to accuracy of the car. All of these reports might be subject to the same issues.

[@FXIIBeaver]

Not gonna lie. I love American Pushrod big displacement V8s but damn that german 6.2 sounds like sex.

[@cpfb68]

Hey Alex, I’m really enjoying your videos, thank you for making them. I’m not really a Mercedes guy but I am a car guy and totally respect all makes of good cars. I have always been intrigued by the AMG but have been driven away by the complexity and cost to own one. Watching your vids makes me really consider a used AMG! One favor to ask.....can you please pull that cheesy gold foil off the parts in the engine bay?? It’s just so damm ugly....thanks again for the great videos teaching us about the cars!

[@LegitStreetCars]

For you, I'll take the gold tape off. Thanks for watching.

[@richardfearn2723]

I came across this channel and Alex by watching Rich Rebuilds and OJ. Great videos Alex and OJ seem like really nice knowledgeable guys and I enjoy the no BS technical content. Cheers from Richard in England.

[@jonathanbarros9948]

i had to replace my intake plenum gasket and my front valve cover gasket on my 06 v6 accord because of a grommet leak and the back bank was so clean and shiny i was shocked, its a 160k mile car from michigan that lives in florida now

[@KseriesBrothers]

Hey man by any chance would I be able to give you a call I have a question on my c63 I own a shop here in Elgin !

[@Dmarco23]

The previous owner’s pain watching this knowing now the car is good, not to mention when he said “de-rice”......🥲⚰️😂

[@FairladyS130]

What is with Germans and their fancy fasteners? Geeez. I'd suggest a high zinc oil for those motors if cam/lifter wear is a problem.

[@sk8punk318]

I know it’s obviously ez to tell a worn out lobe or bearing etc. but shouldn’t u check for clearance? Doesn’t take long at all but totally understand if you’re just looking for scored,pitted lobes as a real quick check

[@joshroddy5702]

Is it bad that I wish your motor had issues? I only say this cause I have a m156 and would be interested in seeing a step by step on repairing those issues like cams, lifters, adjusters, head bolts ect ect. I’m sure mb world would appreciate it as well. I don’t have any of those issues have a facelift but would be nice to know how to repair it if any issue arises. O well. I am glad you got sweet deal though. You stole that lol. Hope to see you around at a meet. Chi town suburbs resident.

[@windstream81]

Might be a dumb question. But, can you replace those head bolts without taking the head off, say one at a time and retorquing? Or, would a head head gasket job be required for it?

[@chrisgagnon4608]

VW in the 70's had a piece of diagnostic equipment where the mechanic could know the average compression based on starter amp draw.

[@naijabuzoy]

The website you mentioned is good if you want to keep the subscription. If you cancel, they make you pay to keep the available check you have left. Did not like that at all.

[@FixItRyan]

I was going to take my CLK500 to the dealer to have the EGR valve replace because I can't reach it in that super cramped engine bay. do you think they will run an electronic compression test for free for me?

[@totophandhamaly9944]

Hey boss,is there a bolt pattern when putting the valve cover back on?Im doing my driver side next weekend and wanted to know about the pattern?thanks

[@A_Man_In_His_Van]

that so called "compression test" isn't that, it is a cylinder balance test. you know that. stop telling people they can do a compression test without a proper gauge and then a cylinder leak down test after.

[@scottg391]

Not much of a Mercedes fan and based on what this car needs in repairs and the repairs that have been done just reinforces my dislike of the brand. How much for the parts and how many hours of labor are involved is my real question?

[@renchster]

Come on where’s the diesel. 1/4 mile times Dino runs and such. Haven’t seen it since the road trip. Are you ready to sell it let me know?

[@Fee.1]

There’s also a ton of cars that have frame damage supposedly but in reality they don’t. But the auto check says they do, unfortunately auctions are messy

[@erikthie2253]

Excellent video. If you are concerned with making videos that are longer than the 13 minute ones you have always done, i would like to vote for more detailed videos of up to and over 1 hour. For example, the problems you had with getting the driver side valve cover off. This will give a novice who wants to get better a chance to watch a senior like yourself without actually moving to chicago!

[@Ren200Z_MotoringLife]

Thanks Alex for all your info, big mercedes fan here . Congrats on this great find

[@7071t6]

Its 1995 lap top not 1975, lol :) still in australia the insurance companies will not tell you if a car was damaged before you buy it, full stop the only place where you can buy damaged cars are those which you can clearly see the damage and then its about wholesale cost, meaning that anyone who wanted to fix the car back up would have to fix it themselves and not pay a panel repair place to fix it, as it will cost you just as much to buy a damaged car and fix it compared to a undamaged car and also theres no law at all, that you have to tell anyone that the car your selling was ever damaged and repaired? The insurance companies are the only ones which know this information and in fact some states will not sell a statutory right off meaning the car cant be fixed and must be used for parts only and even then if you added all the parts you can buy off it is the same amount they put on the car to buy, this is a total rip off IMO ?

[@OIR339]

Serious question, Why cant you pull the head bolts out with just the valve covers off? Are some of them tucked away that arent accessible unless the cams are pulled and whatnot?

[@kevinsilva8971]

Sorry I didn’t understand, the tool at minute 14:42 is useful to pull out head bolts without putting out the camshafts ?

[@AYoDrew32]

When this car is up to par, I would love to see it go toe to toe with the E55! Loving the process so far. Keep it up man

[@markk2971]

Holy shit stop trying to sell your viewers on the products you use. Just show us what you're doing and say link in description if interested in it.

[@Smarterthanyou-mthrfkr]

All my car titles have rebuilt on them, like my wife!😂

[@glparker001]

whitewarmaker Yeah, But which one gives you the best ride?

[@JxH]

@6m04s: "...1975 laptop..." I hope that's not the YEAR of 1975, LOL!!

[@richiemiami]

I bought my sl63 and then found your videos I have been able to guide my mechanics to issues of importance for they don't see too many 63s and if nothing else helped me understand the motor myself. your one of the few youtube "mecahanics" that I would trust working on my car for most are hackers. I love to see some performance mods on the 63 although from what I see besides long-tube headers, e83 conversion, and tune seems to be the jest of it.

[@Padoinky]

So the seller was foolish not to further assess his assumed needed repairs, thereby losing perhaps $6k in the sales transaction?

[@lylesmith3451]

Mercedes used to make million mile motors and now cam lobes wear on AMG? Pathetic 😅

[@TheDistrict644]

I was just saying in one of Doug Demuro's videos it would be nice if he spoke on the cars cons as you do.

[@viewtube3310]

Please help 2013 ml350 codes p0113 p0301 p0303. Changed all spark plugs and ignition coils

[@BulletsGarage]

Great video man!! Keep up the good work. Can’t wait to see this build !!!

[@BulletsGarage]

I’m local here in Chicago also. By Norridge. Saw your e63 at Chicago auto pros at their open house

[@angelg3986]

Interesting where this site gets this information from ? If I crash my car how this site would know about it ?

[@rjvelazquez323]

The MB STAR scanner, don't you have to have a subscription to MB to get a SCN for control units?

[@flyguycrump]

Hey would you happen to know which solenoid on the conductor plate is the pressure control one for the 7 speed transmission

[@christopherjefferson3561]

Yay for a Blackstone mention! Used e for years!

[@ryanfay1]

Shout out to the Milwaukee fuel cordless ratchet!

[@j.b.9581]

At 5:57 you mention a "1975 IBM Laptop." I think that you might have clarified that it is a Model 1975 IBM Thinkpad, circa 2003 or 2004. That simply clears up anyone who might be thinking that the laptop was actually made in 1975 . . .

[@LegitStreetCars]

It was a joke. I don't think anyone thought its from 1975

[@ricardovelazquez144]

I though the STAR system needed a subscription to the MB STAR site to do any major work on MB cars? Please let us know?

[@SirCentex]

You and Sam Crac are my new favorite wrench channels since T Varish can’t seem to focus on one project for more than a few weeks 😅

[@tayyuanchun00]

Well I think unable start and unable to finish would be a more suitable description. Lol

[@jdubayou9498]

Lol Sam crac so boring

[@avioncamper]

Alex, it appears you have a good solid engine, :) When do you have time to work on your cars and shoot videos with a full time job and 2 kids?

[@ready4death2]

avioncamper he’s like fuck dem kids

[@robertsmart7005]

What is it with these Americans ?can they not do the job without 20 0000words we don't need

[@petarkresoja3481]

I have that same multiplexer but it only reads cars up until 2012...Literally i have the same IBM Thinkpad for it, what the fuck, literally bought a new multiplexer to read cars until 2017 (merc cars that are under warranty are locked at least here in EU) I am triggered at this point !!!

[@petarkresoja3481]

Never mind just realised its the C204 model

[@DieselBenz]

Check out Tasos Moschastos. He’s THE AMG guy. Last year I replaced all the lifters and head bolts on my ‘09 C63. Also had to replace the right side intake camshaft. It was ground down pretty bad and the corresponding lifters (rear most) were beat in concave. Since the repair, my valvetrain is super quiet and she’s running strong!

[@DieselBenz]

I forgot to mention I got a bootleg star diagnosis system from alibaba.com for like $800, came with the Panasonic touch screen laptop and the C5 multiplexer. Software is good thru 2016 on mine I think. You’ll get close to the latest release when you buy it.

[@drake6143]

Wow that engine bay looks tight. I've always liked those cars but never looked under the hood. Is it really hard to be a DIYer on oe eof those?

[@Vgk36]

I have a 300z 92 and people say that's a tight bay hahaha 😂

[@saucysosa8337]

I have the same engine in my 2007 cls63 amg

[@terrellandquezreacts2803]

Do you still have the car

[@benzzoy]

If you find out a good place to get a STAR diagnostic tool at a good price, can you let us know?

[@LegitStreetCars]

Oh definitely. I'll be making videos with it

[@elultimo7046]

U got grease on your face , wait no is your mustache lol. J p nice videos

[@riptoncasey4089]

cool guys he has a good mind some people would not tell you all the thing he would help you with they would want you to go to an mechanic instead.

[@robertbrown4262]

How do you get the hood on you 2009 c63 amg in service mood.

[@Poseoptional01]

This is the first video with the outro music. I love this outro music 🫡

[@dominiquedourneau7425]

Finally a mechanic who use a power tool to remove bolts...

[@Jason-Jason]

@ 16:00 "Blackstone Laboratory" blackstone-labs.com