First Drive in 10 Years - V12 BMW E31 850i Revival - Project Bilbao: Part 2

Wondering what it takes to revive an old V12 BMW that spent the last decade in hibernation? This beautiful BMW 8 series was heavily neglected by its previous owner and in this video, we bring it back to life and give it a new lease of life.
Part 1 - • V12 BMW E31 850i Reviv...
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[@3storiesUp]

There is nothing more satisfying than watching someone do things PROPERLY. Love the channel brother. Keep up the superb work.

[@lamaludwig1470]

So true!

[@jonfarah8529]

I can’t be the only one that favors this editing style as opposed to quick time lapse

[@ortommy]

One of the best edits and I love the video, what a great job and funny to🍻

[@zakman246]

It's the perfect balance between seeing every little bit, and not having a seizure from all the stupid jump cuts lots of videos have now.

[@michaelmay6456]

His edits are fantastic

[@MrFlyingguy]

agreed, this is perfect format of involvement of narration - spellbinding...

[@finai2381]

@@zakman246 precisely

[@Alvin-jq3xb]

You're so underrated! You take an old car and give it an whole new life. We need more people like you!

[@JRGarage]

WOW, this video was awesome! Fantastic editing!

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks, JR! :)

[@abdulalsheikh]

"Ooh and it changes colors too, cant wait to remove that crap" totally agree 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@LiquidNation100]

They'd look great on a Honda. 😂

[@wayneahh]

that thing is a disgrace.

[@BlitzkriegRap]

Bro I just wrote the exact same comment as you and then saw yours haha.

[@72Disco1998]

That was pretty funny.

[@Point_Particle]

I was about to type this same thing. Best part of the whole of video.

[@martinstensby7377]

It is theraputic to watch professionals giving pride to their work. Be proud!

[@kris856]

I just watched this video on 25.01.2021 being sure the date you put it on YT was 14.01.2021 and not 2020, as it actually was. Because I realized it is already one year old - why did you wear the face mask then? Noone knew about the corona yet....how wonderful time of freedom it used to be... was it because of the mould you mention a the beginning of the video?

[@563985j]

@@kris856 Yes. He doesn't know what he'll find beneath covers, steering wheel, etc. Even around the rusty mechanical parts he wears them

[@kris856]

@@563985j I though so- I can only imagine how stinky some of these neglected cars can be. And yet he is going through all that for our pleasure:) not entirely only our though- he seems to like his hobby/job a lot 🤓

[@danielfrohner7351]

therapeutic

[@martinstensby7377]

@@danielfrohner7351 Ohhh... So sorry!

[@mikegill6558]

Love this guy .. English with accent and knows his cars What a Champion!!!

[@DENIEL381]

I WISH THIS GUY HAD A SHOP IN LA I WOULD MOVE IN NEXT DOOR LOL.... FINALLY SOMEONE KNOWS HOW TO FIX BIMMERS, CHEERS

[@medicentio]

Wait, there's no one in LA how knows how to treat bimmers? Hol'up lemme grab my stuff and move there!

[@MikeBMW]

I had a 1990 750iL and changed plugs, plug wires, intake gaskets, rotors, rotor (distributor) caps, filters, suspension, O2 sensors, drive shaft (twice), fuel pumps, alternator, starter, radiator, fan clutch, steering box adjustment ... you name it! Had it to the point where I actually balanced a Euro on the engine cover while running. Mad props for tackling this, it's a heckuva job! :)

[@fredab2802]

How you managed to replace parts and work complicated tasks on a V12 without lifting the car on a hydraulic lift, is beyond me ! Bravo my friend. This was amazing and very entertaining.

[@bfgtech48]

If there is a BMW I've ever wanted, its 850. Best looking BMW ever, in my opinion. You really know your stuff, very thorough, and nice editing.

[@DaveSkor01]

I watch these and I think, "HOW?? How does he know his way around these cars sooooo well?!!"

[@83MTHO]

Maybe he is a mechanic?

[@MrSteveo114]

If I was to guess and judging by his knowledge of BMW’s I’d say he is or was a head mechanic for a BMW main dealer somewhere in Germany.

[@MrSteveo114]

Nvm, he’s an IT Engineer so it’s self explanatory from there lol.

[@alk3myst]

@@MrSteveo114 Eetz OUR Google. :) IT Guy that can build cars from pieces.

[@arealbigboss]

he read the owner's manual

[@brucebenson9892]

As esoteric a restoration video I've ever seen. His knowledge and skills are off the charts.

[@kenkelble358]

When a man is this good ,you fly him to your country just to fix your auto!! Worth enery dollar

[@andrewvillanueva4222]

What a beautiful car. You are very talented mechanic fixing everything. I wish l had your skills.

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks, Andrew!

[@psychoglobe]

I have the skills, but not the money. 🤔😉

[@GiotheGhreat]

only you? many mechanics here in the USA need to have their skills! so professional!

[@eveayoola2380]

M539 Restorations v

[@psychoglobe]

@@eveayoola2380 what?

[@Schlippan]

27:50 at first i was like: hey wtf that's cracked! then i realized it was the tripod, LOL

[@ekcoualfamusic-9367]

i thought too, then i saw your comment :o

[@loci2194]

This is the most satisfying car revival video by far I have ever seen! German humour kills me though. 😂 "You lied that was a Toyota." 😂

[@sammysinatra1243]

You deserve more subscribers dude, content is much more entertaining then some of the bigger channels. looking forward to seeing more new stuff and your page evolve. Greetings from Canada.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you very much! Hi back from Deutschland!

[@gegwen7440]

My thoughts as well Sammy, lots of very useful info / tips etc that is well presented with just the right amount of humour on occasion.

[@kudzayinematombo3124]

Second that! Old school BMW's were really great machines and you seem to know a lot about them. Where did you get knowledge ? Greetings from the Sunshine City of Harare down in 🇿🇼

[@cedomirkocic1399]

@@M539Restorations iwe been once to Deutschland in 2017-2018 im from serbia

[@Sahadi420]

He got one from me......but really NO FINAL TEST DRIVE FOOTAGE????? As they say on ESPN....."Com' on man!!!!" I understand he's selling it, and don't expect a drifting video, but I would love to just see how the car sounded, handled...etc just in a quick trip around the block.

[@patcom1013]

This man deserves a new 2020 M8 for this project.

[@jdm809]

26:22 “now one of the most satisfying parts, Removal of stupid gauges.” 👍🏽

[@YARCHLRL]

I honestly love what you do and I get excited because you are excited. As an Autophile, I love saving cars as well. I have always loved the 840/850 and now, after watching you, I am officially on the hunt for one of my own. Thank you for sharing the passion.

[@TheMarcball]

You make it look kind of easy. Certainly contributes to making restorations appear less daunting : after all, a bit of methodology and perseverance, and every problem gets to meet their solution. Thanks for the inspiration and keep on trucking !

[@XDONmanX]

The amount of content in 1 video, you've just got yourself a sub!

[@icebergtrails]

This is the best refurbishment of a car on KZbin. Nicely done!

[@drewbase]

This is the best service I have ever seen

[@LiquidNation100]

"That was a Toyota, you know those are too reliable for me". Wow! 😂

[@carholic-sz3qv]

hell yeah thats the best part of the video 😂👌 even tho toyota made the supra/z4 this time but hey the car is great at least

[@mariuskopp9953]

so toyota better than bmw?

[@SuperGeronimo999]

Is that a question?

[@redmanmustdie]

@@mariuskopp9953 in realibility? oh...yes... 1 year-light..

[@redmanmustdie]

@@mariuskopp9953 in reliability? oh yes.. a lot

[@SixSpeedSeven]

I found this channel in my recommended because E39 M5 autobahn video came up. I have *never* enjoyed watching people work on cars. But now I do. These videos are damn good.

[@grifonus]

Man you know the BMW like the back of your hand !! It has no secrets for you !! That's what I call an expert !

[@zerotohero7449]

Great video! I love how you kept in the bits where u hurt yourself or dropped tools or made mistakes - this makes it more realistic and entertaining to watch. Please do a full restoration on the next one - these cars deserve it.

[@thegrumpyyorkshireman5277]

Hi from uk , nice t see a lad take pride in his work & do a great job

[@tanguyadriaenssen9755]

I feel like buying an old BMW just so I could bring it to you to restore! I have little faith in mechanics but I smoosh truly amazed by your work!!! The works needs more people like you!

[@zerotolerance5581]

I don't know what it is, but I get an enormous amount of satisfaction out of seeing old, neglected things brought back up to snuff. Or even better than new. Cars especially. Favorite BMW model here.

[@arte2arquiteto]

Great to see that Harry, of the royal family, has finally found some work!

[@peter455sd]

Don't think Harry is that skilled...

[@frankrodriguez1981]

I've always adored the 8 series. one of the most underrated cars of the 90s

[@MaxTheGreat7]

This channel is so underrated very knowledgeable and great skill

[@NotOnYourLife]

I did this with a 2001 E38 740i. It was a real love/hate relationship. I can say the engineering on it was the perfect. Everything was logically attached and replacement was simple. I replaced the entire cooling system two weeks after back surgery, that is how easy it was. The 850i is a dream car for me as well as many others. You have done a fantastic job and I am envious.

[@MatSpeedle]

Without doubt the only BMW I'd ever want to drive. Love these!

[@DestroyerWill]

“You should own this car just because it’s got pop up headlights” so true!! 👍🏼

[@skullofserpent5727]

Ppppop up up and down heaaaadliiights

[@s1d3k1ckRO]

And the v12 😏

[@dr.roberttran1259]

OMG Your knowledge of BMW's is so good that watching you replace and repairs the car like a neuro surgeon works on they patients. I wishes I just acquired about 1/10 of your knowledge I can confidently go to the repair shop and not get slaughter by the auto dealers repairs shop. At the moment I am at they merciful. Even I don't know much about auto mechanic but I can tell you once thing all of us really enjoyed your shows and greatly appreciated every minute of it. I keep tap on youtube commercial so I can end it quickly so I can go back to continue watching your works. Wow I never did that to any of youtube blog.

[@GstarCurtis]

This is a TV worthy video, love it! Back to its former glory.

[@ScrotusXL]

I’m impressed by your skills and love the real world “oh crap I hit my head/dropped that tool in the tiny space or goo” outtakes. Very informative and entertaining my friend👍

[@BLUEBARRY55]

This is so well done! Timing is perfect; fast forward through the tedious spots and keep us focused on the sequence and the work. Well thought out by someone who knows what they are doing. Thank you.

[@johnyeh3493]

Thank you for your service in giving this beauty a second life

[@joecarrolljnr]

Beast of a car. Older BMW are best. Awesome attention to detail. Respect.

[@Edyth_Hedd]

One of the most beautiful cars ever built.

[@Moreda64]

I can´t imagine the amount of this service in a BMW dealer. Several thousand euros, I guess.

[@marioobermaier6911]

and you dont have Proof that they work this Correct and Clean like He did there !!

[@str8ballin297]

Astir01 €125 per hour??? Here in the netherlands you pay 55 euros VAT included

[@derekstocker6661]

@@mikea5205 Very well said...

[@iamabominati0n970]

@Eren Vaughn we all do.

[@lucasfernandez5779]

@@str8ballin297 exactly...i was just wondering where did he came out with that number??! Here in Spain I work in a BMW-Mini official service, and it's almost 55€ VAT incl the hour. Still, a lot of money for a service like this guy is giving to that car, but certainly NOT 8,5k€. That's almost the cost of the car itself.

[@Rick9482]

I'm not mechanical or a fan BMW automobiles but your videos are really enjoyable to watch. Very well shot and with a perfect voiceover. You definitely have a gift for fixing dead BMWs.

[@shanechostetler9997]

The first 850 I ever saw was in Luxembourg in 1991, it was a stunning Marion one. I was hooked, in a few years I’m planning a mid life crisis and getting one. Only if my wife agrees!!!

[@kristoferbjarni2114]

14:58 legend says it’s still spinning to this day

[@feodosio1578]

Haven’t seen quality content like this in a while. Great work 😊

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@MrKenny777]

I'll never restore a car but I love your videos and admire your skills.

[@trendyfunandgames4759]

I sold my 850i last year for £5000 to a garage due to money issues she was about doggy around the edges and needed some problems sorted but i loved that car, best car i ever owned. the good news i checked on the mot recently to see if it had been renewed hoping the car hadn't been scrapped and it hasn't, everything is fixed and a fresh MOT issued, thank you whoever you are for keeping my car on the road, i will check again in 12 months to see if it still on the road. fond memories

[@MrPants1970]

I desperately wanted one of these in my youth. Lovely car

[@serpentza]

Awesome video mate!

[@thefirstbushman]

yet more evidence that you are a man of taste

[@paveantelic7876]

go back to china

[@teamdrivealot8441]

Holy shit damn heyy 🤩🤩

[@WimS675]

I am not a big BMW fan but it is a pleasure to watch you bringing one alive.

[@histriamagna1014]

Last great looking BMW coupe. The elegance of this car is amazing.

[@jesseocegueda1273]

I've been waiting for this video! Thanks so much for the content!

[@IcedReaver]

Wow, this video was incredible to watch. Your knowledge and experience are clearly visible. Like others have mentioned the video editing works really well in this video, the 30 mins flew by whereas some other channels feels slow. Great job!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@jiefflerenard1228]

I can remember the first time I saw an 850i.It was at night parked under bright street light ,that was the best looking car I had ever seen, dark green too , I spend 15 minutes oogling every angle my friend thought I had gone creazy.

[@user-cg6ns4ku9f]

This is so much detailing, love and care for the car, you are a real BMW lover and a good mechanic. We want more...

[@Raffaele1]

I finally found the time to watch this new great video, you have my respect, the way you work is amazing and sooner or later I will bring my 850 so that you, and only you, can bring it back to life. No matter what it costs. Keep it up! 👍

[@M539Restorations]

See you soon, Rafa!

[@soplim8632]

Loved the video, great format and layout. I was throughly entertained 👍👏

[@sandymacpherson9400]

Good to see someone who knows what they're doing round these continental mystery ships. Seemed to be easier than I would have expected to get at the various engine parts and someone who knows how, can do it all in the open and without a hoist. Great result, she's back from the dead, but now I'll have to go and watch the previous episode.

[@amarco5057]

You are very gifted and I like your humour, congratulations!

[@derekstocker6661]

Yet another great video and superb refurbishment, love the sound effects when taking things apart and the music accompanying the interior clean is FANTASTIC! So well done, great job, as usual. Superbly entertaining.

[@GGMediaWorks]

Fantastic job! This is inspiring me to get out in the cold weather, work on some of my projects and make some videos. Keep it up, looking forward to watching some more.

[@Preditah.]

Thank you for saving old cars bro. They don't make them like they used to.

[@iantomlinson6041]

She drives! She's beautiful! Very pleased when the chain tensioner fixed the engine noise. One of my favourite BMW's, thanks for sharing your expert work. Greetings from Scotland, UK.

[@brensavage]

Great vid. Love the e31. Also the way you edit and narrate your films is very informative

[@dlogic6781]

"You should own this car just because it has pop up headlights" Can't refute that logic friend.

[@md4luckycharms]

That's the main reason I bought my car 😂😂😂

[@tsherwoodrzero]

This is exactly why I got my RX-7 back in 2007 :D

[@mikeley5107]

This was great. I know nothing of BMWs....especially these OG cars and I learned a whole bunch. Thank you so much for your magic. I learned a lot with this video. Thank you for your time.

[@skny2282]

One of handful videos I watched with smile from the beginning to the end! Loved the E31 ever since seeing it at 1989 Frankfurt auto show!

[@M539Restorations]

Very happy to read this!

[@heinzkot360]

27:51 omg the blinker looks like its cracked cause of the reflection of the tripod xD

[@shannons1886]

Heinz Kot I thought it was broken too!

[@jonathanlourador3521]

It's not broken it just needs to refill with blinker fluid.

[@carloscorbalan7858]

it's actually cracked

[@heinzkot360]

@@carloscorbalan7858 the new one is not ;) its just the tripod reflektion :D ; )

[@carloscorbalan7858]

@@heinzkot360 okay i checked it for the fourth time and it's not broken hahaha. But i'm sure we agree that it seems to

[@user-fe6vs8io8u]

Зачётно! Делает работу на отлично! Приятное отношение к авто! ! !

[@berkeleyfuller-lewis3442]

I would ADORE having this BMW. Wow.

[@kindalost1]

the fact that in 30 min single video you did an end to end revival is the most satisfying part. such a pro.

[@IvanTheHurricane]

I am glad KZbin recommended this video or I would have never known about your channel. Your content is top notch and hilarious. Editing is on point too. I also consider myself a BMW enthusiast, and given you quality and attention to detail, I went ahead and subscribed. Keep up the great work man.

[@douglaswells2739]

Great job, major respect! I had heard stories of all of the dual systems, was expecting twin plug heads just to make your life more difficult. Keep finding them, beautiful classics!

[@bendiksbendiks1859]

Very beautiful serious responsible and respectful car. This model BMW and BMW E23 are the most beautiful serious, responsible, respectable cars of BMW. They are my favorite BMWs.

[@vishy]

I know zilch about cars but this was hypnotically amazing to watch this magician mechanic in action!!

[@ilkaymutlu2966]

This channel is so f*cking underrated. keep it up bro, lovin it 🙏🏼

[@MrMikeyBBrooks]

As Edd would say - “Job well done!”

[@bahasthasan5024]

No one has better things to do than watching you mastering in restoration of these beasties.

[@petercantremember253]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video M539,even Spielberg would be proud..and love that model BMW ,looks fast just standing still..Maybe a good road test next time for us to salivate over...thanks cheers and great work ethics

[@JAY-wn2hr]

To me, this is still one of those "forgotten cars". Most people don't know it, nor remember it.

[@sebasballeux]

13:57 - Man, I can’t wait to remove that crap 😂😂😂🤣🤣🤣

[@fchow8652]

My god it's a V12 with manual gearbox! Its a GEM. Well done, luck guy to own this BMW

[@persimonsen8792]

The 850 is such a beautifull car. When i was a little boy, there was an 840 driving around in my hometown, in black, it sounded and looked amazing. I would really love to have one today, but with an automatic gearbox, just because im lazy, and it's a real GT car.

[@E34Benzin]

Man, stop taking all the 8 Series from Spain! haha As if they weren't very rare to see already. :p Great job on the green one from Bilbao. ;) Looking forward to see the progress on the black one with Madrid plates!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! Love traveling and shopping in Spain. :) The black one came from Malaga.

[@c0ldw1nd27]

Well, to be fair the green one was first imported from somewhere in Europe. Those plates weren't the original ones, since they were from June 2005. The black one does have its original plates from 1992.

[@E34Benzin]

That's true. Which makes the black one even more desirable from a Spanish point of view being a national unit with manual gearbox and sport seats, both rare options. In the early 90s many luxury German cars were imported to Spain from Deutschland, so it is fair play for the Germans to take them back home now. :)

[@Moreda64]

@@M539Restorations Sorry, M is for Madrid; for Málaga is MA; and Málaga never arrived to NV. Otherwise, wonderful job, you have a new subscriber.

[@honestguy7764]

M539 Restorations Regardless where you bought it, it was originally from Madrid as the M in the beginning of the license plate estates.

[@mike_oe]

2:00 those two air filters were perfectly OK. It's not like a liter of milk, that expires a few days after the "best before" date.

[@dantheman1337]

You can't see microscopic gaps plugged with dust via you tube.

[@M539Restorations]

I'm not going to skimp 10€ and reuse filters that are 11 years old. They looked worse in person then they did on camera.

[@athollmcnicoll256]

Nice to see a project having a successful ending with everything as it should be when it rolled off the production line - well almost.

[@paulpyziak7047]

Great channel. You make repairing cars not only informative but entertaining. Love the flip up lights on the bmer !!!!

[@Herbivor7]

New subscriber here, do you sell the cars when you’re done restoring them? Just curious

[@arcadeuk]

A BMW with no error codes stored? How is this even possible?

[@bilbobaggins4710]

Like why??? I'd be driving the shit out of it 😌

[@lateapex9420]

I'd give my right arm to have a local mechanic like you. Great work.

[@WUKONS]

That end editing was great, took away the pain of not seeing it being restored. (:

[@maremare9515]

13:52 Remove them immediately 🤨😁

[@purr_lude]

"thats the worst belt i have ever seen" Every career mechanic/technician: hahahahahahaha ohhh the things ive seen.

[@nistam]

I appreciate for this video. It was full of knowledge (i've never seen a revamp of a fuel pump). I REALLY enjoyed it. One of my favorite cars ever.

[@WorthlessWhips]

This is incredible! What an epic revival.

[@primasudiman3349]

So cool.. I love 850i series.. Especially the old ones