I BOUGHT 5 CARS FOR £10,000

[@AutoalexCars]

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[@AccountNotFound1]

Can my dad buy that VW of you for £1000 pounds I think his land driver engine has blown up and needs something with a big space like that

[@harrisongillott380]

@@AccountNotFound1 that van is worth more than a grand kiddo

[@AccountNotFound1]

@@harrisongillott380 ahh ok

[@patoverend7395]

Alex is the range rover in North Wales by any chance can recommend a good landrover mechanic if so with his own business

[@classicgamer4451]

Looking forward to seeing you guys getting these car going and a little light restoration 👍

[@Fabulousprofound168]

I think Alex needs a full on car transporter at this point, not a fleet of small trailers?

[@tomheaden8647]

Now that calls for a £5000 car transporter challenge where he goes out to try and buy the cheapest car transporter in the country 😂

[@caydenbone5804]

That'll get stolen in a heartbeat

[@Ladenses]

On the most recent podcast he said he’s now sponsored by Woodford trailers so him and Taylor have a new one of them

[@hampuspersson6509]

I want to see Micha do a lap in a Scania truck with custom exhaust😅

[@Fabulousprofound168]

@@hampuspersson6509 straight piped rolling coal whilst hauling the entire Autoalex car fleet… and then getting banned from the Ring 👍

[@benllewelyn98]

Taylor cleaning himself with quick detailer is probably the most car guy thing I've ever seen

[@noximfn2589]

It seemed to work though 😂

[@benllewelyn98]

@@noximfn2589 If it seems stupid but it works, it ain't stupid 😂😂

[@godzillas6301]

sat here thinking soft top cleaner would do the best job ....... not a washing machine or a damp rag ? noooooo .......

[@benllewelyn98]

@@godzillas6301 soft top cleaner would help waterproof your clothes too

[@kujuots]

Brake cleaner works fast for greasy hands

[@justbobagian]

As a auto enthusiast, it pains me to say this: You may have a problem Alex

[@ThroughJermainesLens]

naaah he is fine, he just has to keep saying he doesn't have a problem! Problem solved!

[@FirstMetalHamster]

"HE CAN STOP ANYTIME!!" *scratches neck in a crackhead way*

[@aye3678]

lmao

[@12many4you]

I'm pretty sure this problem can be fixed by buying a couple more cars

[@seshelbow336]

Not enough space.

[@mrhijinx8452]

I would love to see the S600 get fixed and running. That is too good of a vehicle to just scrap.

[@pwinter9674]

I agree, but the W220 is sadly a plagued car. I think if they get the engine started and get rid of the mold it may be worth saving

[@odfkjdhgovj]

You wont see most of these vehicles again lol

[@ondrej185]

So true! The lads seem to enjoy buying but are not doing anything with it anymore@@odfkjdhgovj

[@hugomyllykangas8442]

The engines are bulletproof if you service them, the electric and the air suspension are a pain in the ass to fix, doing it myself on my s500, but wonderfull cars to drive, and sounds so good

[@urugvajchernamazyj6240]

Mercedes should have built it properly in the first place.

[@Acc0rd79]

I think this is one of the best episodes in awhile. I would love to see full series dedicated to barn finds of just regular cars that you can bring back to life and get back on the road again. They don't need to be fancy or expensive but cars people in England and Europe used to drive every day and people miss them.

[@wideshadyy]

I am SO GLAD this series is back. Been really wanting to see what you were going to do with this and was beginning to think you had given up. Super excited to see this series continue and can't wait to see that 993! PS: Don't forget about your E30 touring too

[@myuserbloodyname]

Also don't forget the E46 touring M conversion

[@NairobyMS]

I love how respectful you were throughout the entire episode. It does not go unnoticed ❤

[@brianellis1257]

I love Taylor’s positive attitude, never lose that as it’s rare and a superb quality.

[@invisiblekid99]

Just shows both (well all) the guys were in their element

[@hsingh630]

Taylor: “it’s not a dip stick it’s a sword” 😂 Alex’s Tom Lenthall impression is too funny. 😂

[@declanbrady5172]

Hopefully out of tragedy something positive will emerge. To the family, I'm sorry for your loss. Your dad was obviously a man of awesome taste. Great car collection!

[@AutoalexCars]

Amen!

[@lukecorbett4969]

@@AutoalexCarsCy

[@connormatthews522]

absolutely prime autoalex content this lads

[@P6UL_K]

Ah back to the norm! These are the episodes I love the most, old sheds (possibly) brought back to life!

[@a.mgaming3418]

I think that S600 with that low miles is definitely worth a deeper dive video, seems to be a well optioned one too so even a good clean up and exploration would be pretty interesting. Wonder how far the recall goes on it, maybe the dealer will do the loom too if its covered?

[@kralekis]

It sure values a lot, with all the options, low milage and a mad V12 in it!

[@markwright3161]

@@kralekis Not in the UK. Big saloons just don't hold value here, and fuel prices will put off a lot more. The repair costs will likely far exceed it's value, possibly be a multiple of it's roadworthy value. I would still want to see it on the road again, but I understand there aren't many, if any, multimillionaires who would happily throw money into getting vehicles back on the road at a multiple of what they could sell for on a good day, and Alex isn't one of them so there's only so much he can do, even with a spec the heart screams about needing saved.

[@jonathansmith5850]

Love this restoration stuff! I’m about to start today to get my old V70 back on the road. Needs a recon auto box, and power steering is leaking but once all that done should just need it’s MOT. Looking forward to the heated arm chair seats. Was going to sell for scrap on eBay until I sat in it, got it started and remembered what it was like on long journeys. I said to the wife my heart may be ruling my head but I couldn’t pass it on to someone else to have the joy of it……….I’m a sucker for bringing old stuff back to life so love it when you guys too! That jag? Lovely idea. But can’t see it without THOUSANDS being spent.

[@ryanludik8604]

So now I'm all up to date, I have spent the past 5 days watching every single video on the channel from the start to this. I absolutely love the channel, and I absolutely love shitbox's. You guys are doing incredibly well, and I hope to see so much more! Hopefully next year I will be in Reading for work, I really would love to meet all of you, let me know of some great places in and around Reading for amazing meals and beer. For now, I have the V2 channel to catch up on, keep up the amazing work!

[@delirousscopes4913]

Hey alex, MG F Enthusiast here, i have owned several of these and the way to disarm the immobiliser is on the key fob, being rover/MG you have to make sure all the doors are closed including the frunk and the boot, lock the car with the key fob, unlock the car and put the key in the ignition, the little ALARM light in the centre of the Dash should go out indicating the immobiliser has been deactivated so it should turn over. Love the videos, cant wait to see your take on the little MG (the suspension is also a bit funky they use spheres filled with gas, make sure the spheres are not perished as this can cost a fair bit to replace but to get them pumped up you will need a specialist for. if there is no gas in the spheres you wont get the correct ride height making the car very low and scrape on everything)

[@simonthomas5367]

Nice episode guys, well done for helping out this family. It's so difficult when you have a situation like this. Last year I had to do the same for my Dad's collection which comprised of a Toyota Hilux, Caravan, a 1/4 scale working Burrell traction engine and a couple of trailers. They all went to great homes and it really helped with my Mum's peace of mind. Not easy but it was a job well done.

[@ColinEnglish9999]

Well done

[@H.K_R]

The alarm noise on the MG F is the immobiliser. On most Rover/MGs of the 90s, press the unlock button on the key and the immobiliser will disengage.

[@KevMk3]

Alex yet again showing he has a heart and is a genuine gent.

[@matt-vn5cs]

Taylor has to be the best addition to this channel

[@cnvdh3514]

I absolutely loved this video, Alex's content just keeps gettinf better and better I'm with Taylor would love to see that Daimler back on the road

[@deloreangamer7296]

The S600 is definitely a big risk, but the color is absolutely georgeous. Very rare. The electric issues can be a really painful but also let`s not forget, that there is also another elefant in the room: the ABC-suspension and this could be really expensive. If the rust is not a big deal and the engine in good condition, it`s worth a try to get it back on the road. But the interior is also a challenge. I´m hyped for the next episodes. Good luck and greetings from Germany 😉

[@12pagani]

Agreed and part of me wishes it was a w140 s600 but the 220 does have more features and parts are actually available for them. The abc is scary but you can rebuild a lot of the components at home and save a ton. The biggest expenses would be the ignition coil packs and abc pump if needed. Otherwise a lot of potential in that 600

[@CeeGee13]

been waiting for this it was mentioned on the podcast Also the transporter must be Taylors new Van as it has his plate on it

[@flapandsmacktwitch8240]

Alex Rory and Taylor, you’re all living the dream. As a currently unemployed car enthusiast i WISH I could be a part of this.

[@da-mazing8500]

I love how Alex ties to hide his addiction for buying cars under the "trading up" series!! I suppose it comes in as a handy excuse with the Mrs! Well done

[@theglowingnugget7999]

Few tips for you trading cars. 1) scrap yards are very helpful places. 2) don’t buy Vauxhalls. Nobody buys them (plus they are crap) 3) smaller cars with smaller engines usually sell better seeing as they are cheaper for tax and insurance. Also more appealing for young drivers. 4) people carriers sell pretty well. No estates and saloons. They are usually more of a struggle. Thought I’d just share some of the info I know here but I’m sure Taylor knows what he’s doing. 🎉

[@AK.2425]

I would make an exception to Vauxhall Vxr8 ,Vx220 and Monaro as they are cool. No to the rest of them

[@theglowingnugget7999]

@@AK.2425 debatable

[@Kylirr]

This is the content I subscribed for. Glad to see it back.

[@stevebishop1161]

Oil in the wiring harness is not a massive issue. That’s happened to many other manufacturers over the years (BMW, Perkins, etc). Oil is an insulator don’t forget. Replacing the faulty sensor and just washing the harness connectors with isopropyl alcohol is all you need. Oil in the module is also not bad unless there are temp sensors or air pressure sensors inside - that’s where things go wrong. I’d love that Merc to be honest!!

[@Project40Cars]

Epic stuff, I think there’s a good chance you come out ahead on this one. The van + trailer is likely worth the asking price alone.

[@cona_chameleon1669]

Quality of videos has gone through the roof! You need to take that old Daimler to the Smallest Cog - Drivetribe collab perhaps??

[@DannyPhilipsen]

That Daimler is gorgeous! I hope you get it running and driving, because what a machine that is!

[@destructionnl8165]

Needs a full restoration. I think a project like that may just be a little bit to much for the AutoAlex guys. But IF they do it, it would be a very interesting series indeed.

[@bogdan12275]

They’ll have to dip in another 10-20k to fully restore this rust bucket. It ain’t a BMW, you won’t find parts everywhere.

[@FlipdoFilms]

That daimler/jag is so exciting for me. My dad was a classic Jag mechanic for a long time and while I no longer have contact with him, he had a fully restored Mk1 in British Racing Green, body coloured wire wheels, with about 220 horse from i believe a 3.4L inline 6. It was built as a Hawthorn replica and was rapid!

[@samloose7526]

What a title! Looking forward to this video. Calling it, high views on this one!!!

[@jimtaylor431]

Nice to see a Daimler V8! My old man had one for over 20 years...a very slow restoration project. Had the pleasure of driving it to the Goodwood Revival and then breaking down on the drive home in it and getting back home at midnight on the back of a low loader. Good times..

[@ashleybarker937]

Just started watching. The van and trailer must make up a big chunk of the £10,000, regardless of what the rest are like

[@chrishart8548]

A 16 year old van that is a write off and the 1.9 diesel and a trailer that will need a new set of tyres. I think £10k was about right for all that.

[@MCMonsterbuilder]

@@chrishart8548 I don't know how the market for these Vans is in the UK but here in Germany one like that would bring at least 5k probably more it doesn't matter if it was a write off these are just so damn popular.

[@odfkjdhgovj]

@@chrishart8548 a running and driving transporter will always be worth something to someone. Especially with an MOT. Being a 1.9 PD is a massive bonus for it too. PD over any modern VAG diesel engine any day. Trailer tyres are cheap. Look at the bigger picture pal. Potential is the key word.

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

My car is a 13 year old vw diesel and would be sold in a heartbeat. That transporter would go even faster. With all those campercan builds I have seen I think it will sell fast and for a cool amount. Just post the idea of what can be done to it for those that can not think.

[@SkaffenUK]

The trailer alone would set you back 5k new.

[@petersutherland2075]

Really enjoyed this. Thanks . looking forward to the in depth look into the Mercedes

[@leebrown6623]

Condolences to the family who owned the cars 🙏🏻 Awesome video with amazing content. Can’t wait to see what happens with the new additions to the fleet 🤞🏻🤞🏻🤞🏻

[@NathanMatthews.]

They mugged Alex off big time

[@rench1984]

This is so weird seeing this barn on your channel. I snuck around in here whilst delivering rural parcels for Royal Mail in the Dorchester area last summer. There is so much stuff tucked away in rural Dorset. I have a small list of some barn finds I have found over the past couple of years locally. Awesome to see these cars finally getting a new home.

[@jeffwilton-love]

I've been watching you guys for a while and this is one of my favourite episodes. I must admit to loving the Daimler 250 despite it needing a full resto. My best friend who recently died wanted an MGTF! I do love the K series engine, despite the obvious head gasket issues it's a brilliant engine.

[@unavailable8681]

Man, I really like those daimlers! Also, you might not need to replace the wiring loom! On the w211 you replace a short part of the loom, with an additional inline plug that's leak proof. This stops the leak going any further. Cleaning out the ecu's usually gets them working again, and although the residue oil seeps out through use over the next year or so, you can just clean it off when it throws a code until it's all gone. So you might have to drive a v12 for a year before you sell it.

[@smashabocks17]

that transporter is nice and probably most of the value in that collection, it would be cool to see what you could do with it

[@SuperRhysevans]

Looks like Taylor has it, It had his reg plates on it during the Car Vertical Ad

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

Taylor CLAIMEF IT already. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@thevirtualdna]

I wanna see that S600 into its former glory. Those cars are so sleek, smooth to drive. It's so stylish for its era. Please restore this purple beauty.

[@tomoneill444]

Just when you think this content can’t get any better you go and hit another home run fair play Alex and the boys keep up the good work

[@Ajgray1091]

Taylor is so knowledgeable with literally every car! I hope you got your beef Brenda

[@Mecanic0_exe]

2 videos this week what a dream

[@madmaz8890]

This is why we love you bunch, taking huge risks for a good cause, proper proper good people

[@NickLantzy]

I really want to see you get that 911 one day. Keep trading up Alex!

[@phildaly3561]

Much prefer this sort of content to the "...and then we took it to the Nurburgring" stuff. I get that has a place, but this just seems much more organic and really brings out the chemistry and humanity of all involved.

[@clutch-in]

I'm excited for the next episode when Alex buys a semi-truck to carry around all the cars he's buying 😂

[@bimmer.joo34]

I absolutely love the Barn finds! Once my friend In the garage had a 3 years sitting '89 e30 320i m20b20 with only 100k kms on the clock which is very weird in Egypt! Car is %100 stock and also had the original 320i badge on it, needed atleast 10k egp spent on it and would run as new 😍 Unfortunately I couldn't hear it as battery was dead, car obviously starts you can see the m20 m30 engines on youtube!

[@comorant2134]

Could you call this an automotive addiction already?

[@12many4you]

Never!!

[@zianeshkasparen4358]

It's a car Channel.

[@humbucker0076]

If you have something like the van, where the battery is really really low don't connect jumpers to it. It has a big voltage drop / draws power from your jumpers that can't be used to start the engine. This is probably why you needed so many jumpers. You're often better off disconnecting the battery and trying it with just the jumpers or another car/battery, because then you've got the whole power for the engine and not a majority for charging the death battery.

[@chrismartin6427]

10 grand is a bloody good deal especially getting a VW Transporter which is worth a fair chunk of that money and by the look of it what Mark just needs a refresh and a clean good 4 to 5 grand there lol

[@lewisdavies9484]

I thought this but then the MG is worth pennies, the Daimler is a rusty bucket and the T5 is a cat write off. So I’m unsure whether it’s a good deal.

[@thorne1239]

@@lewisdavies9484 It's not a good deal, he'll be lucky to get his money out of the cars. But that isn't really the point, he just bought a year's worth of content for this series for only 10k, he'll make that easily doing videos.

[@kamilianos]

6k bud, unless I the trailer is made of gold

[@RoughRestos]

@@kamilianos The trailer and the van are worth around 10k combined, that still leaves 4 vehicles and the content. I'd take that all for 10k happily

[@chrismartin6427]

@@lewisdavies9484 yeah I think I commented a bit too early lol

[@Justforaccount]

S600 straight piped Mgf turbo conversion Van solid tow rig/daily Daimler shaguar gone pass it on Alex’s adhd is the best thing about this channel 😂 never no what’s next

[@1240enzo]

Restored, the Daimler 250 is actually the most valuable car of the collection. Asides the badges, and the lovely Daimler 2.5 V8 it’s essentially a Mk2 Jag . These cars go for seriously big money. Yes it’s got rust but all the parts are available to restore them, so no don’t wreck it, hotrod it or otherwise. Sell it to a collector who can restore it.

[@viduragunaweera4879]

First like is from me❤🎉. You are doing this great guys keep it up. Love from sri lanka❤

[@miskatonic6210]

Hope you guys get your country back from the chinese mate.

[@shanehardy2862]

Sorry for the families loss, hoping you can save the lovely cars to keep the dad’s collection running and making memories

[@ThatDrTomGuy]

No matter what happens with these cars, you've done a great thing for a family with a lot going on, good stuff Alex & co

[@georgehliston]

always impressed by Taylor’s diagnostic skills

[@xxmearcatxx7716]

This is a great video! Love how much fun you had looking at these barn finds! It is also quite funny Alex is doing a heartfelt piece to camera and Taylor is just cleaning himself 😂

[@CubCadetMan71]

PLEASE make a video on getting the Daimler running. That would be so cool seeing that old car work again.

[@stevenmccolm1531]

The Daimler and the Mercedes-Benz can be restored. Probably a project restoration for the Daimler by a specialist if not then spare parts. A terrific barn find. The VW would make a good day campervan or camera van for big Pete doesn't work.

[@mr.carguy654]

The Daimler has potential. It's definitely the most interesting car out of the lot. Get it running, see what happens after.

[@UpsideDownFork]

The EGS control unit won't stop it starting. It's most likely the transmission plug seal leaking ATF. VERY common! Cheap and easy to fix. If you are definitely getting fuel to the injectors then I would start looking at the front SAM control units.

[@martinlagrange8821]

The 'Mk2 Jag' Daimler, thanks to its colour, made me instantly think of Inspector Morose ... Which gives rise to some name ideas.... [1] MG-F - Poppet (for the valves) [2] Daimler - Morose [3] VW Van - Rattle Van (like Rattle Can) [4] S600 - Agent Moulder

[@W11LYK]

Unreal Alex! Not to make you jealous but I bought my dream car recently at 29 years of age 🙈😂 87 325i sport m tech in dolphin grey with Alpina’s on 😎 can’t wait to see what you and Taylor do with your E30 Tourings! If you’re ever in Ireland hit me up. Top work as always 👊🏻❤️

[@RyeRyeL]

23:08 - It's Rendang - Which is Indonesian slow cooked beef curry. It's probably the nicest thing I've ever eaten, especially whilst in Indonesia itself.

[@liaison1992]

Buzzing this series is back! Love a good trade up challenge :D!

[@honda4185]

We gotta see and hear that V12 running and then getting straight piped 🤩 Great video👌

[@CreamAle]

$10k car collection, most of the value is in the trailer. That good ol car collector's haul. Love it.

[@crinklee]

Never comment on things, but today i feel i must say thankyou guys for being brilliant and bringing me hours of smiles and laughs. Keep being you. Oh, good luck with that red pile of rust. Did a mk2 in that condition, the whole floor had to be replaced 😞

[@russrh]

I have two of those exact cat jump packs, used them for years and theyve never let me down. Can inflate a tyre from dead flat too

[@NoobAdventuresGaming]

Petition to get these guys as the new Top Gear crew

[@acalthu]

Rory's knowledge on the electricals is amazing.

[@cosworthization]

I love your new white VW transporter. You two are so funny as well. You both cheer me up. Take care and Merry Christmas.

[@jamesgibb9737]

This was the best video yet. Keep up the great work

[@Craig-wp3pz]

Daimler 250, de-gutted , XJR running gear, LEZ & ULEZ bypassed in style! Grace, Pace, and Space! You know it makes sense 😮

[@mobilespeed]

23:15 - Beef Rendang is actually a common festive dish from South East Asia, especially Malaysia, Singapore & Indonesia.

[@Midlife_mike]

The new old old top gear has been born lads. Seeing the new videos come on reminds me of waiting for 8pm back in the top gear days on BBC2

[@jamesd6449]

I love these vids Alex! You and Taylor are a laugh to watch, anyone else notice the top right brake light out on the transporter !?

[@hawaiisteve932]

Loving the Daimler , I have the 4.5 Daimler V8 Hemi in my 1932 Ford Roadster , The Big brother of your 2.5 , it's a brilliant engine , aluminium hemi heads / iron block twin SU carbs , should be fun when it's running , Good luck Taylor

[@brawn400]

Taylor genuinely cracks me up on every single episode

[@thomastabaka2682]

These videos just got better and better. Thank you Alex, I’m proud of you.

[@SizzlyPK]

the upload schedule is mad !!!! Thanks really needed this

[@lukeyj8745]

Another Banger Let’s Get It Trending

[@SpitfireFortyFour]

MG Fs have gone up a bit the last few years. Good ones are north of 5k, rarer models (VVCs and Trophys) a bit more. Rough ones you can still get for grand. That one looks solid, probably around 2.5k with the timing belts done! They're great fun, I've had several now and in VVC flavour (dare I say it) I preferred it to my old MX5. Screaming up to 8000rpm in a tiny mid-engined car is a laugh! If you need parts I'd recommend DMGRS. They were extremely helpful!

[@dylanbrooks546]

Putting aside the actual cars, doing this for/with a grieving family trying to deal with practicalities in a hard situation is a classy move.

[@aw4968]

Look forward to seeing part 2 and the cars being brought back into use

[@Aria18976]

This was a fun one I'd definitely watch more of these :)

[@gavstenhouse8857]

The content from Alex Taylor and Rory is superb

[@finleypdoherty]

that van has a dismal 84hp and 0-60 in 23 seconds, remap it for £200 for 140hp and 320nm. What a difference!

[@IamJackPot]

No matter how shit of a day I'm having, Taylor, Alex, and Rory, you chaps always make me laugh and brighten my day. Massive love

[@Lou_Kyr]

Great video guys. You are all super cool car guys I would love that little mgf ❤

[@jgd5ygdyhcr6]

Would love to see more episodes like this. A barn finds series would be amazing and fit nice and snug with your other content

[@jimbong4604]

Can't believe you guys were just up the road from me. Lots of cars for lots of intriguing content. I hope we get to see them all up and running and living on.

[@TimH601]

Woooo finally VW T5 Transporter YESSSS, facelifted to a T5.1 with sportline body kit 😀😀 Gem 👌

[@CollectWithRyan]

Yesss please keep this series going!!

[@Pin-Auto]

love that this series is back

[@Tomos24]

Excited for this series! 👍