I Fixed the Maserati Engine with 187k Miles - Quattroporte GTS - PT4

The 300k km Ferrari/Maserati engine lives on! In this episode, we finally button up the F154 V8 Twin Turbo engine and start it for the first time.
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[@yugo4576]

I'm fortunate enough to call Sreten a very good friend of mine and want to let everyone here know that he's exactly like you see it in every video: a passionate car enthusiast, extremely skilled mechanic and most importantly a generous and good human being!

[@breadfishfishfsifhis]

99% why his videos are so great. tell him i said hi.

[@MattyEngland]

Are you a small white dog with a misfire? 😂

[@Medo-xq8od]

Pozdrav Sretenu iz Mostara...Cevapi kada dodje😊

[@wolfgangezeh2221]

You forgot to add, a gifted person! How he is able to do these projects, baffles me!

[@uvuvwevwevweossaswithglasses]

​Make it 101% ​@@breadfishfishfsifhis

[@Samson44444]

So happy to see you receive the Michelin sponsorship!

[@peterborak3695]

Huge deal!

[@777jones]

This guy just exudes excellence. And passion for European cars.

[@Paul-wh4ic]

Wish i had this sponsorship when replacing the rear 19" 305/30 PS4S's on my 911! Well earned :)

[@robycriscuolo4445]

🤔🤔🤔happy Michelin……🧐mahhhhh

[@sys-administrator]

Getting sponsorship of a product you already use and love is hitting the jackpot

[@L_v_D]

Sreten you are the only person mad enough to try to fix a broken Maserati all by yourself. And the fact you actually did it proves once again that you are the king of leaky machines!!

[@NarcFreedom]

The man is really really good. A master mechanic.

[@toddlemmon]

From Miserati to Maserati!

[@alenalickovic2816]

😂😂😂

[@ewookiis]

aand now borkerati .. =(

[@alphakky]

And back again.

[@ilfordino-fordfiestatutori8725]

You can really tell that this thing wants to live! Started on the button and sounds so quiet and smooth. Let's not forget this is a high performance engine from Ferrari, the fact that has 300.000km and still going strong is shows good build quality!

[@M539Restorations]

It's absolutely impressive!

[@victorprietoiglesias2846]

Eres un crack

[@clonetrooper576]

Right yes, amazing build quality, if you ignore, the turbos, timing chain, guides, VVT actuators, tensioners, starter motor, coolant hoses, vacuum lines... Then i guess .. yea!

[@doofwop]

@@M539Restorations it's not really very impressive actually

[@alfisti93]

@@clonetrooper576 Just name 1 (one) high performance, direct injection, twin turbo V8, that does not need major work and several rebuilds to even reach 300.000 km. I'll be waiting...

[@BkSMedia]

For being an Italian product, you really have to give props to Maserati/Ferrari that this engine is capable of 300,000+ km. It sounded flawless on first start up!

[@deltabelg]

This a joke right?,my father's 1992 biturbo engine did 330.000km without any problems...my alfa romeo gt did 280.000km without problems.The only broken engine I have had is a BMW 2.5 TD in my range rover p38...Italians make very good engines.DTM 1993 champions and all the Ferrari wins in F1. No need to be condescending towards Italian engineering

[@FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur]

Those turbo's are looking better than new. Shout out to the rebuilders!

[@topmar_motorworks]

Thank you very much for appreciating our work!:)

[@pistonburner6448]

*turbos

[@nabassu]

@@topmar_motorworks poland strong! :) fajnie ze tyle naszych firm jest na wysokiem poziomie, ze Sreten az bliżej nie ma sensu szukac

[@Raisopod]

I dunno how or why I started watching you, I don't work on cars, I don't drive cars, I barely even know what a car is. But I've watched almost every video and now I can't get enough. I love watching people fix things, and this is like, the pinnacle of repair and restoration.

[@alexcrow2905]

Agree, I drive cars, but know only how to replace cosmetic parts. This guy is amazing, videos are super watchable and I love the humour!

[@McMaster1500]

Words cannot describe the love i have for this channel. It's just too satisfying to see a project, when everything is done properly and the car come back to life.

[@golfbulldog]

Actually gives me hope for the future. So many youngsters will watch and learn that so much possible. Attention to detail, passion, resilience, humour. All great qualities in a Sreten-shaped bundle.

[@petticlone]

This channel is a gem and has been since the start! Sreten's way of doing things is just perfect.

[@bixou69]

liquidmolly and michelin as sponsers, that's pretty awesome. Well deserved.

[@dongjinlee7436]

I have the exact same car with the exact same color combination. 2014 QP GTS Blu Passione with Blue/Beige two tone interior. I've been a subscriber of the channel almost from the beginning and this is so satisfying to see Sreten works on the same car as mine. This car is so underrated imo. Powertrain is very reliable if you keep the turbochargers not overheating. F154 V8 TT engine with ZF 8 Speed is probably the most reliable powertrain from Maranello. Mine has only 90,000 miles and I've been using it as a family car but I am enjoying every mile every day. It just gives you a smile with the sport mode sound that pops and bubbles, makes blow off noises. Very looking forward to your next episode with your driving experience!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you for chiming in! I honestly can't wait to drive it properly for the first time. Credit where it's due, Ferrari/Maserati built a high performance engine that's still going strong with perfect compression after 301k kilometers! It's just impressive.

[@Wasmachineman]

@@M539Restorations Damn shame Stellantis is such a PITA to deal with parts wise.

[@eugenealymov2723]

I hope everyone watching this appreciates the filming quality. It is truly amazing. I think its a very cool project. Even if this was a Lexus, I'd still watch with the same interest.

[@amoghavarshamurthy]

What an idea!! Fixing a lexus would be fun

[@dominic7114]

@@amoghavarshamurthynot much to fix haha

[@CockatooDude]

@@dominic7114 Yeah I was gonna say, that would be a short video.

[@Bavarian_M]

Nice would love to see a 911 on your channel, but those this are too expensive but you never know. Can’t wait for the E31 episode and congrats on the new sponsorship🎉

[@jordanmartin7596]

I have actually rebuilt a 911 before, they are suprisingly not that difficult, just expensive and time consuming. Not to mention notorious for IMS bearing failures.

[@TheITWarrior]

Yeah porsche would be my dream, totally different from BMW but still german so should be quite easy to get the parts. Would be so much fun to see him branch out while also doing the BMW's.

[@Andy-pu2iv]

An M539 video! Nothing else is getting done until I've seen this!

[@STiBebi]

Congrats Sreten having Michelin on board from now on! You worked hard and this is the price 😁 As for Quattrobroken, it has a nice sound!!

[@troelsgudiksen9900]

It drives like a dream, I know because I have one. Once he gets it out - the sound really comes to life… ..and he will never sell it…

[@johnpirie3800]

One of the best channels on here. Highly skilled mechanic, who's enthusiasm shines through every single time. Great channel Sreten. Continued good health to you and your family.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@petepenn1]

@@M539Restorations Michelin is with you for Life, 2 Kings of Quality!

[@futuresymbol]

So happy this has gone according to plan. Can't wait for the Project Marseille episode!

[@therealdojj]

The most impressive part is finding the spare parts that you need in order to fix things

[@radomirstanisic3445]

Congratulations on Michelin sponsorship, you deserve it Sreten! You are living our Balkan dreams, much love.

[@thomassprong1556]

Congratulations newly minted Ferrari Technician! And also on your Michelin sponsorship!

[@GleepGlop2]

I'm enjoying this build as much as any of your other builds - branching out to other makes is a win in my book!

[@6mtsaab]

Words cannot express how much I love getting faded and binge-watching these

[@foadrightnow5725]

Huge congrats on the Michelin sponsorship! The best of the best for the best of the best! You deserve it! And Michelin will never regret it! Cheers, my friend!

[@dave6445]

What a guy Streten is! The Attention to detail in everything he touches is Amazing! Everything that has purpose, whether it be a clip, screw, bolt, bracket, washer etc, is meticulously put back in exactly is was intended. Clips that hold pipes in position, go back to factory or better! Theirs no one out there, that can compare to Streten, in the way things are done, not only correctly but better! Keep up the good work Streten. It's brilliant when you get home and I see you've dropped a new video, Thank you, 28mins of destress! 👏

[@SalvaBarbus]

Huge congratulations on reaching this step! I must admit I had my doubts with how difficult it had been until this point, but you pulled through in the end. And what a joy to hear it running so damn smooth!

[@Specproof]

I'm not proud to say that but at the moment the Quattroporte series is the most exciting. It's so cool to watch you learn new skills and succeed.

[@MrMatej112]

You are a national treasure Sreten! Would be fun to see you maybe try a Saab sometime🇸🇪❤️

[@petripaa]

Older saab with true saab tech would be actually interesting. Like classic 900 Aero or something similar.

[@joeybaez1745]

You are truly a great mechanic, wow and attention to detail, if all mechanics were like you it would be great 👍, thanks

[@iRDaBrit]

I'm so glad I get to watch you work on cars when I cannot. Thanks so much.

[@hennermartin9260]

Must admit, this guy in Frankfurt is the most entertaining engineer - ever! EVER!

[@janstehouwer3760]

deep respect for one of the best mechanics of the western hemisphere!! 💪👍

[@jordanmartin7596]

Top Mar really did a great job on those turbos

[@carlsaporiti3518]

I have been following you for years and you never fail to impress! It has been a joy to follow you and watch this channels content development. I am obviously not alone as your sponsors are always escallating, hence, Michelin coming on board! KUDO'S from across the pond!

[@GSXSF-250]

I've had a Maserati back in the 1990s and it was a hoot to drive. The power and handling were great. It was reliable and exciting to drive. I have driven it many times from San Diego to San Francisco many times without problems.

[@Belihah]

Congratulations on the sponsorship. Well deserved!

[@adc604]

Congrats on the sponsorship! Nice work on the Maser too, so nice to hear that beautiful exhaust note again and see it back on the road as she deserves.

[@mmaxzg]

Nice... So next project Alfa 156 GTA?

[@anthonyxuereb792]

Very, very happy for you and bless the person at Michelin who gave you a helping hand (a big hand at that). I agree, NO turbos and preferably only one cylinder bank.

[@L_v_D]

We need a V8 comparison of the e39 the e92 and the quattroporte!

[@wisama7091]

Congrats on the Michelin sponsorship! You deserve it!

[@PowerslideSWE]

Bloody hell, that sounds like a proper exotic, fantastic. Love this series, a refreshing change of pace.

[@dtm979]

If there’s ever a KZbinr that deserves more than double his current subscriber count it’s this one.

[@ef20syxalag]

This is absolutely cruel Sreten. Its a 9:30 AM on a Friday and I have to do a full day of work until I can watch this. I will love it for sure, but still. Cruel, cruel, cruel. Love ya ❤

[@Rockport1911]

4:46 Having studs to help aligning the transmission instead of bolts is so much nicer. Wish more manufacturers do this...

[@PBz420]

M539 the LEGEND STRIKES AGAIN! 🎉

[@europass1]

I always knew this engine was going to be a gem and run great again. 300K kilometers on the block and still no significant wear on the cillinders, crankshaft etc. Ofcourse also deu to Stretens great work! The smooth running after the first start is a sign it will do a nother 300K.. Good Job!👍🏽

[@piterr1980]

Give this man a broken car and he will never give up on fixing it :D Props man, great series, as always!

[@mauricetremblay1324]

I think I have seen submarines with fewer hoses and lines and cables and …. As always you did it. After these few years of watching, still amazed at your attention to detail!

[@santzzzzz8948]

Amazing job, now running for another 300k km

[@Matteo_Grilli]

Man the work you have done is incredible, at the first start the engine immediately runs and sounds so good! Sponsorization by Michelin is what this channel absolutely deserve. Can't wait to see next episode on this car!

[@augustocrmattos]

A dog misfires 😂😂😂😂😂

[@ArKritz84]

Just a small one (both the dog and the misfire).

[@ScholzMichael]

I can understand the breaks you take so regularly. The amount of work that goes into this behind the scenes must be tremendous. Just to source all the parts, deal with all the vendors, shipping, reading all the manuals and taking all the measurements...you're a machine Sreten

[@lReb]

I know literally nothing about cars, but Stretan has me hooked on every one of his videos, which I think says it all really and how good he truly is at what he does.

[@juanvillanueva4345]

I bet you learn something

[@germanvigilant8111]

This came at the perfect time

[@sfjunke]

4:40 golden!

[@peterkogoj7028]

There is nothing better than an upload from you!

[@Nathan-rn8yg]

Onya Sreten. beautiful job on saving a Maserati. One skilled mechanic!

[@jammiedodger629]

Mutsi. The real star of M539 and the only reason you have so many subs. We want more Mutsi. I'm joking BTW. but we do want more Mutsi.

[@petepenn1]

MUTSI For Shop Manager!

[@Jokesxxl]

Me with a Alfa Romeo heart love this Maserati content!❤

[@LucDesaulniers1]

You know I am watching your video instead of the live 24H LeMans, right?

[@Tim82621]

huge congrats on the michelin sponsorship! if someone deserves it, its you!

[@breabanm]

quattro-broken had me rolling on the floor laughing

[@coastalrider1155]

Getting Michelin as a sponsor is brilliant well done make

[@DEEuroworks]

Maserati does sound well. 🔥

[@patrickyoung3503]

Greetings from Ireland . I'm new to your channel & I love " from afar " the skill you have to Attempt this project . Blown away at the successful finish & hear the engine run . This was very entertaining for a old man . Continued success w with your working skills . Thank you for posting .

[@NMihaiAurelian]

Sounds really great, love the way it revs!! Congrats for new Michelin partner! 🤌

[@catalinhera]

I'm really not interested in BMWs, but love Maseratis and everything Italian, would love to see you do more stuff like this. I like your vibe and humour, the way you make it all funny without taking yourself too serously. I'll keep an eye to see if anything not BMW related comes up. Nice touch from Michelin!

[@SamDandashli]

Congratulations on your Michelin sponsorship deal Sreten ! Well what can I say other than what a fine job you have done with the Maserati. It not only sounds better but probably also performs a lot better. The new owner once its been sold will definitely be proud to own the newly oiled and serviced machine.

[@berkeleyfuller-lewis3442]

Sreten -- WOW. Incroyable! You have been victorious over the diabolical Maserati !!! So, watching your videos reminds me of an observation I've repeatedly made (across my 75 years!!!) -- about technology. Seeing this engine rebuild shows the DECADES of refinements that have gone into making petrol engines work well. So -- have you ever seen or used an IBM "Selectric" typewriter? (the one using a spherical ball of type, not "keys?") After decades of development, IBM TOTALLY perfected the typewriter -- only to have it almost instantly replaced by computer word processors. This video reminds me of THAT -- for, now that gasoline auto engines are so refined -- POOF -- they ARE likely to be replaced!!! (EVs? Hydrogen? Something else? WOW). C'est la vie!

[@rohankiwi]

I cried a little tear of joy when I saw you using flush cutters to cut the cable (zip) tie tail.

[@aliahmadreal]

Please do more of these, maybe an old alfa, it would get a lot of attention. Insanely beautiful work on the Maserati

[@PA1207]

Well I just watched you first of this series, and while I doubt I'd ever own a Maserati, but watching you make it seem less painful. I will watch for your next Videos. Thank you !

[@johnmccoy1273]

Congratulations on the Michelin Sponsorship well deserved

[@jerome1652]

Great development Sreten! Fantastic news on getting that Michellin sponsorship. I want to see this channel live until either a BMW falls on top of you or your back gives out. Heres to many more years.

[@Crackdown77]

The pelvis move at 4:43 was gold! 😂 Big up for Sreten!

[@lawlzomgffs]

I had the same Micheline tires on my M135i, it was like driving a go cart, insane traction, so much fun!

[@steenjensen8183]

Sreten Be very careful having your dog in the garage when servicing cooling systems. They love the taste of antifreeze and will lick up any spills. Just a very small amount will kill them. I learned this the hard way many years ago. Another great job! Congratulations...

[@azurazur3904]

Congrats on the new sponsorship Thanks Michelin to support the channel

[@cloverleaf559]

Someone get this series to Maserati. The parts department must take serious notes!!!

[@Taliskerop]

Congrats Streten for the Italian endeavour, see you soon working on our beloved Bayern brand. Love from 🇬🇷

[@Jitzie]

Enjoyed this series a lot! Would love to see another unique and slightly out of your comfort zone series again in the future!

[@freightdawg6762]

Mutsy is the true Star of this channel ❤ Awesome Vid

[@denniscarreno5882]

Wow! You are the man of the hour….just imagine looking at this Maserati engine….it’s an alien spacecraft…my hat to you Streten….

[@tired040]

New video on the M539 Restorations channel? Today was a good day.

[@sharpy7765]

You should do more comparisons between BMW's and other cars you restore. It is really interesting part to see and hear your thoughts and experiences!

[@ogigorgias]

Puts into a great perspective how you started with oil changes in a random garage and ended up being so good at what you are doing that you can take something you have never seen, properly review the tech docs and end up fixing such a complicated system. You should be proud of yourself for that, Sreten! While I prefer seeing BMWs here, this was a nice refreshment and hopefully it will lure in some non-BMW enthusiasts (who will eventually probably become BMW enthusiasts) to the channel. Kudos, great content as usual! :D

[@ossamaessbai7895]

I could watch this guy for days!

[@JesseTorres305]

Great seeing you mounting the transmission

[@reagn]

Congratulations on the sponsorship! I just bought a set of Michelins two days ago. I think you deserve partial credit somehow.

[@michaelskinner896]

Incredible workmanship as always! That engine is now so smooth and sounds fantastic! Looking forward to #3.

[@mariusstaic4511]

Just finished watching all your episodes, it took me like 3 months to finish all the broken bmw’s playlists and single videos, and now I am sad because I have to wait for another episode😢.. I cannot have a proper meal without a ratchet sound going on. Keep up the good work!

[@sr9tc]

Congrats on the new channel supporter (Michelin) you deserve it! They are investing in the best automotive channel on KZbin so it’s a win win! Great job on the car too!!

[@monunyabidness5949]

Saw the video dropped and immediately the rugby game (and LeMans when it ended) were muted. Food is cold, but M539 is gold.

[@asadkhan-qm1my]

Congrats on the Michelin sponsorship. I wish you the best of luck in all of your endeavors .

[@renerobes30]

Good to see Michelin helping out. They are my tire brand, have them on my SUV, cushy ride, long wear and good in the wet. Getting ready to buy a custom set of wheels and mount MPS4S on them to spice up my sports car. Had them on my previous sports car and they were great, excellent wear and grip for "spirited" street driving and ride was more than tolerable. Great video, again!

[@Jaro19154]

Bro, the sound of this beauty is incredible. I also love the dashboard clocks 🕰️ just beautiful 😻. Please do more exotics like this one ☝️ 🎉

[@dnkykng585]

You sir are an automotive genius. I feel there is no machine you cant bring back to life. Looking forward to every episode not matter what it is you decide to fix. Congrats on the new sponsor 🎉🎉🛞🛞

[@Anshu-Das-Vaishnav]

you really worked like a artist for this machine i love to see this beauty healthy again 👍

[@acrepairnearme]

Amazing Maserati transformation from very broken to Quattro Porter

[@Oceanbreeze16]

Michelin tires are incredible and I believe are the very best. I have those exact tires on my Msport 335 6MT. I’m so happy they sponsored you! Excellent match up and I can’t wait to see more of their tires on your builds. ❤