Pied Piper of Mercedes! The CAR WIZARD chases away the many leaks on this 2005 CL55 AMG

The CAR WIZARD 🧙‍♂️ uses his newly gifted flute to chase away the issues on this 2005 CL55 AMG Mercedes. Nooooooo, he really uses his regular wizardly powers and shows this great car while he's at it.
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[@TheQuestionableGarage]

Why? There is only one reason! We both have the same taste in horrible recorder/flute covers!

[@CarWizard]

Indeed. It is wonderful road trip music.

[@ajw828]

Lol excellent work.

[@charlie1832]

@@CarWizard rich rebuilds is angry he wasn’t sent a flute too

[@mixedboi]

I passed out it was so great

[@Juan_T1]

@@charlie1832 alone with samcrac too 😂

[@ziggi4800]

The birth of KZbin channels sponsoring other KZbin channels.

[@drinksoupnow99]

The straight pipes do it too

[@samuelorellana2603]

@@drinksoupnow99 Whom do they sponsor/are sponsored by?

[@CarWizard]

Its a recorder? Tell that to the guy on the ShittyFlute channel. He calls it a flute.

[@MrBob5y]

Don't give up your day job 🤣🤣

[@Nickword1]

Thank you so much for uploading so much great content i been watching all your videos i am hooked!!!

[@statementleaver8095]

Ahh!! The difference is... Flute is held horizontally and the hole blown over is known as an embouchure hole. Recorder is held straight out infront of the player in a vertical position and is blown into through a mouthpiece.

[@210SAi]

Had to do a quick search to see if the ShittyFlute Channel was legit....

[@rocketsurgeon11]

Yes, technically it is a recorder.

[@talibali166]

That flute was so good my ears are bleeding red. 😂😂😂

[@MrEazyE357]

As opposed to another color?

[@iHaveTheDocuments]

What other color could it be?

[@oldsmobileaurora7418]

Yeah take out the red and I think you got a fairly solid comment...

[@m.campbell2776]

"If not paying, I'm not doing" Frigging Beautiful . CW is The GOAT .

[@petrosaguilar8916]

Greed and sloth will be this man's downfall.

[@JH-qy7zw]

@@petrosaguilar8916 how often do you go into your place of work for free? Probably never, this is no different.

[@petrosaguilar8916]

@@JH-qy7zw - I also do not get to charge my employer extra for every little additional thing I do. LOL

[@managersamuel]

Scotty Kilmer has left the building

[@tomsommer8372]

He is reported to have mumbled „Moneypit... moneypit...moneypit...“ all the way out to his 93 Toyota Celica. And because of the flute, it did not start!

[@automuser5786]

Tom Sommer A CELICA 93 won’t ever not start

[@ilovekitkat7857]

After couple years of "Toyta Good, everything else Bad" I unsubscribed from him last week...super annoying

[@managersamuel]

@@tomsommer8372 He is one of the fewest who is truthful, won't do sponsored videos. He however is a toyota /honda/Ford lover. Very few you tubers could do a live talk stream and answer questions as he does.I like Toyota as an off road car, they are up there with Ford. But their sedans are wheelbarrows. They don't break, but are boring and not as stylish or fast as Merc, BMW or Audi. Worse, Lexus just confirmed to be inferior to BMW, coz the new Toyota Supra has a bmw engine(not even a lexus engine).

[@Jack_S_]

Man, making me miss my old CL, between you and Hoovie. They really are very cool and very nice cars. Mine was a tuned 600, and I've never had another car that could keep me so comfortable while putting down enough torque to alter the rotational speed of the earth. I scared my grandma in it once, that was fun.

[@jlang8213]

That "flute" is actually a "recorder"

[@pauldavies6037]

tape or digital?? Joking

[@gorbiebarrow4080]

Rich rebuilds called.... He said Jared gave them away so rich can't play them in his videos anymore

[@kiasax2]

Ah, you did a video on my car. I absolutely love my CL 55 AMG. It's a powerful car with a luxurious and comfortable interior. As a 60+ y/o whose racing days are over with but I do like to have power available when I need it. For long drives, this car is just the very best ever. Thanks Car Wizard!

[@1NJRIVERA]

Looking into a 2003 CL 55. Babied with 45k miles one-owner. What have been the main issues you have had with it?

[@talosiv4927]

I love all Mercedes of this era, and particularly the AMG models. Thanks Wizard!

[@hansmuller4906]

One of the most beautiful coupes of all time. I think this one might be a classic in the future.

[@davemakesnoises]

Bold of you to assume any of these are going to make it to the future

[@kianquinn6336]

@@davemakesnoises they're great cars. The only thing "bad" about them is the abc

[@Fony_turgeson]

This is a beautiful car. What a timeless beauty

[@09NXN06]

Same, I'm still in love with this model.

[@Rafymon98]

It is beautiful, I have I call my own and it is a hand full of power.

[@Fony_turgeson]

@@Rafymon98 I had a 2003 cl55. Even though its the worst year. The 05 06 were improved

[@automuser5786]

I saw one on the road today. The driver seemed to be quite worried. I think he was looking at his temp gauge

[@petrosaguilar8916]

Valve cover gasket replacement on the naturally aspirated M113 is an hour per side tops for a home hobby mechanic.

[@kianquinn6336]

Agreed I did mine which is the supercharged version with shitty tools and basic maintenance knowledge. I just wish the breathers had gaskets

[@redporschekilla]

I’ve owned the CL600 of that model... I loved this car to pieces. A few pointers why I parted ways after 3 years of ownership. The Warranty company blacklisted me, erm my Merc LOL, because they had paid over 2 years $17K on repairs .... best $3K I’ve ever spend ROFL. I only could use Dunlop SP8000, because of the weight class back when, this car would eat those tires so since I had the AMG kit, it cam with 19” staggered wheels.... and a whopping $600 per corner.... else, the silky smooth power and of that V12 was priceless....

[@TrekZero]

Uncle Rich want his flute back 🤣🤣

[@99Vood99]

Excellent video Car Wizard, you don't want the underside of the vehicle to be 100% clean. That left behind oil residue actually acts as a barrier against corrosion (salt, etc...).

[@theshadowman1398]

The very classic 4 individual headlights look. Always liked that look.

[@bastionwolf]

I just hate how fast they fade

[@MrCarGuy]

@@bastionwolf Nothing a proper restoration with 800 grit sandpaper and 2K clear coat can't rectify.

[@bastionwolf]

@@MrCarGuy I know I liked the video project farm made comparing all the headlight restoration kits. It still sucks that Mercedes don't have a very good headlight coating.

[@auxmike718]

It’s called a recorder! We had those in grade school and learned how to play “hot crossed buns” on it. Enjoy!

[@m1t2a1]

Three Blind Mice for my school.

[@davidtishar144]

Hot Cross Buns 3 times in a row will summon the Devil

[@Neil542]

Yep this is a common experience for kids in North America had the recorder in Canada as well when I was in elementary.

[@boriss.861]

Samcrac with his i8: Pressurized the system held pressure. Finally tried Block Tester that changed colour problem there.

[@oukkg]

-Wizard : "nothing loose there" . -Mercedes multilink suspesion : LOL

[@philbiker3]

Ha ha

[@jameshay469]

I love this generation of big Mercedes, everything is so substantial.

[@dickjones6022]

Car Wizard, please continue making videos, they are truly excellent and have helped on multiple occasions

[@ekiMPhD]

Great video, the intro and the channel have grown leaps and bounds! Congratulations and can't wait to see more

[@MegaDizz23]

Thanks for the great content Car Wizard!

[@studdaman420]

I've been on the lookout for a sweet CL55 for awhile now. It is next on the list of rides to get

[@christopherkraft1327]

Wow, not only did we see a really cool Mercedes, we got to hear the Wizard play his flute!!!! When are you going to have a concert Wizard??? Thanks for another great video!! 😁

[@markcarter9476]

Bought a 2000 CL500 5 years ago to flip. However, it is a lovely car to cruise about in and is now one of the cars I won't be selling. I would recommend them to anyone. Smooth, relaxing, comfortable and quick. Plus very cheap to buy.

[@MoneyWake]

Hey I have the same car when I first did a pressure test my water pump and radiator where leaking so I replaced those and just like this CL55 I have no other leaks but after weeks of driving it and letting it sit the fluid does slightly go down. 90K miles for reference, and it is fast mine dynoed at ~450 whp stock pulley

[@brokebuilt4827]

That is a great looking car. You can tell it's babied, the older perforated leather seats that come in that generation of Benz just don't hold up to abusive owners. I have an 01' W220 I'm bringing back to spec and will probably swap 03+ seats into it. Great car, Wizard, and awesome video. Thank you.

[@wakawaka5131]

😂😂😂 for a second there, I was thrilled expecting an Uncle Rich from Rich Rebuild and the Wizard colabo .

[@davidh7339]

I thought RichRebuilds was going to make a guest appearance when I heard that "recorder" being played.

[@TrekZero]

Yes me too :)

[@capn_shawn]

204,000 miles on my 2005 CL55 Once I put on the coil-overs on with an S430 steering pump all problems went away. A relatively simple high performance-per-$$ car that is loads of fun and civilized too. Wish I had two.

[@derrickblair2480]

Hello, I have a 2001 CL500. Which coilovers did you use?

[@capn_shawn]

@@derrickblair2480 I used the YellowSpeed coil overs, the pump from an S430 and the warning light delete module from strutmasters. The only custom things I had to make was a 3” bracket to extend the power steering hose mounting position under the car and a short (low pressure) return hose to get the fluid back into the new reservoir. Just needed some hose connectors and a pre-bent fuel line from autozone. Now at 223K miles and couldn’t be happier

[@derrickblair2480]

@@capn_shawn Cool!. I've got Strutmasters coilovers on my car now and was thinking about switching to YellowSpeed. I too, have the module to turn the warning off.

[@superdupergrover9857]

Coolant pressure tester kits are available for rent at Carquest and Advance Auto. They are as easy to use as the Wizard says. They are commonly stocked, but each store only gets one or two, so call ahead if it's long drive. They are always in great condition, because no one uses them other than advanced diy-ers and beginner mechanics.

[@AYoDrew32]

I love my w211 E55 AMG. You the man car wizard!

[@bobkilla430]

I'd really like to hear wizards opinion on the cl gen after this. One of Mercedes best looking lines and sad it turned into the s coupe which imo had less class and looked worse. Test drove I think an o4 cl55 and it was so comfortable and picked up speed sort of like a passenger plane. The exhaust too🔥

[@joeybaez1745]

Very informative wizards, thanks👍

[@ftby59mikeD]

Had the 2001 CLK430 cabriolet AMG, loved that car! It was plenty fast & never gave me any trouble...then again maybe I didn't own it long enough!😁

[@jtreut]

Let’s see the Wizard playing guitar! Also would love to learn about the Rolls/Bentley parked next to the Merc in this video.

[@davidtishar144]

If you play "Hot Cross Buns" 3 times on the recorder you will summon the Devil

[@Bruningable]

Great car! Great design! Great engine! This car comes from a great MB-era.

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

Just like the pied piper Led rats through the streets We dance like Marionettes Swaying to the symphony of destruction

[@davida877]

Wizard - Another great video thank you

[@ronsmith9251]

Pull the wiring harness from the trans, and see if the plug/harness are wet with trans fluid. If so, the plug (pilot bushing) needs to be replaced. That’ll explain some of the residue on the trans. At 129k it’s probably a good idea to perform a trans service as well.

[@da900smoove1]

I had a 2002 CL600 ....from 2009-2012.... 71,000 miles to 95,000 miles....Got it for $20k..... Warranty Work on Basically Electronic Issues was a Eye Watering $20,000 in 3yrs.....Never Own a Mercedes without Warranty or Knowing a Honest Mercedes Benz Mechanic. LOVED IT WHEN IT WASN'T IN THE SHOP THOUGH

[@JerryDLTN]

Can you talk about how/if auto manufacturers get opinions from mechanics on how to improve future versions of cars?

[@alexyoung478]

Great video and love the CL55 with the M113K engine.👍🏻🇦🇺

[@questioneverything1123]

I love own and drive an Iridium Silver Mercedes, these cars look fantastic in any lighting or light level, and does not show dust and dirt. I live on a country gravel road...

[@LydiaAshley]

Intro had me crying! 😂 I was ready to see Rich pop up!

[@filiptonkic266]

Wizard, what kit did you use to convert it to coil slrings and how involved is it?

[@mikemoxley9477]

Thanks another great video

[@rfsb5]

Is it just me that finds the underside inspections to be really relaxing? Almost like asmr 😂

[@cornerstoneboxingpromotion3120]

Thanks for the flute in the intro. In retrospect it was necessary.

[@ToreHansen]

I played recorder as my first instrument, then clarinet, home organ, a little bits of drums and synthesizer these days...

[@flyingpeter]

a shooting brake version of this body style would look sick

[@stevemcrichards8768]

They did that at around the same time period, it was called the CLS500.

[@kianquinn6336]

They have one that's photoshoped on google images. It looks amazing

[@bradmetz4562]

Can we get a vid on the Rolls in the background.

[@robertrobbins837]

I have a question I have a CL500 Mercedes 2003 my fan is constantly running you know if the fan have a relay module on it

[@Saxby8six]

lol the flute I was like wtf is that

[@redriver15262]

so then what DID happen to the coolant?? it just magically went low and dissapeared? 🥸🤔🤪

[@thenaturecreater8906]

Heeey its magic. His not called the wisard for nothing 🤣

[@talltomtube]

He never tested the coolant pressure cap. The cap could be the pressure leak. Water dissipates out of the coolant tank with daily changes due to barometric pressure. It's slow, but six months can lower a coolant level with a bad pressure cap.

[@redriver15262]

@@talltomtube that makes sense. I used to own one of these and the Coolant expansion tank is actually made up of two pieces that are attached in the middle and over time, the glue (or whatever holds it together) dries out and the plastic eventually becomes brittle. That combined with hot pressurized coolant causes coolant to SPEW out from that middle attachment point and sprays it all over the engine bay. i found this out when i got a "check coolant level" message on the dash and as soon as i opened the hood i saw coolant spraying out of the expansion tank and going EVERYWHERE LOL

[@87Lowbird]

I wish this shop was near my house lol I trust zero mechanics.

[@stude333]

Mr Wizard I have a 2010 CL550 4 matic that wears out rear tires much faster than the front tires. Is this normal for this type of car? Or should I just rotate them every couple months? Thanks for all your informative videos.

[@stevenwdoolittle1195]

Great one wrench every day!

[@ajw828]

Lol I was so confused with what in the world that sound was until Mrs. Wizard stopped you from playing the recorder.

[@nickafanasyev6550]

I had one just like this.05 silver on black cl55.Good car

[@peiguy1982]

I need a pied piper whistle for the fabric battery box on my Ram wizard. Something was nesting in there and left some peanut shell left overs. Hopefully the SOB stays away from the wiring.

[@tanyarosier6792]

Where is the Amazon link I can’t find it and would like some of the tools he uses???

[@ericmalapanes1717]

Hey David. What model Mityvac coolant pressure tester is that? I don't see it on your amazon affiliates page.

[@BA-gn3qb]

Give the flutes (recorder) to Hoovie's daughter. Then she can drive him nuts on trips to and from school. 👍👍😁

[@skelejp9982]

My Friend recently had a CL600 . Not 12, but 24 Sparks needed replacement, also needed replacement of a special Bobine, costing 2000$ because these CL600 V12 have a special Engine management system. After 2 months owning , he wanted to do some Donuts, Steering Pump Failure , needed replacement, another 300$. Also ABC issue. Be careful what U wish for ! This Car really looks good , except for those headlights, look faded. Makes a BIG difference on a Classic, if the Headlights look new ! Greetings , and ThX for the Vide0 !

[@Beer_Dad1975]

Coolant loss could be a failing cap, though you'd normally see deposits around the reservoir or on the inside of the hood, it's not always the case. If it's not been replaced in 16 years, it's probably worth replacing anyway.

[@davidharder1441]

I have a Mercedes Benz E350 2005 and the radio does't come on straight away when you start the car it can take up to 10 minutes before you hear the radio, has anybody got any idea what the problem could be

[@rocketsurgeon11]

Couple of questions about the coolant system: #1: shouldn't you also check inside the car to make sure the heater core is not leaking? Yes, it *should* drain out of the car, but the drain might be blocked. Also the interior might have a scent of coolant. #2: Even though the pressure check showed no signs of leaking, shouldn't it be checked for combustion gasses to make sure there isn't some sort of deeper issue that would only come about in extreme cases? There's evidence of "hard driving" (as intended, like you mentioned), so it stands to reason the engine has been run hard.

[@lamborghinitestarossa2133]

I noticed a couple of things were not on your affiliate page and I wanted to know what brand you recommend. What would you recommend for a tire pressure gauge and what brand of blinker fluid (my truck needs it desperately. It has never been replaced and it’s a 93) do you use.

[@Mr_consuela]

I've replaced the breather valve covers on a 2005 E500 m113 at my city college it was pretty interesting

[@gplusgplus2286]

Cant find the tester on the amazon store! BTW hope its the one with a secondary hose that you run into a cup with blue testing fluid for head gasket leak testing, thats an awesome tool.

[@Seegalgalguntijak]

So was there a coolant leak or did it hold the pressure? (And if so, where did the coolant go that he had to refill?)

[@kannste_abhaken]

Everytime the Wizard checks the play in wheelbearings and control arms it sounds like "nothing on 2, 3 is binding ... " - LockPickingLawyer references for the win.

[@gannicus1026]

I'm feeling lucky to have one of these, beautiful to look at and huge smile while driving it 😉

[@Rafymon98]

I have one too, the same year, but the darker gray. I love every minute I spend with it. It is beautiful and I enjoy just looking at it, a piece of art.

[@kianquinn6336]

@@Rafymon98 Ive had mine for over 2 years and I agree with both of you. Nothing puts a smile on my face faster than pushing the gas pedal down, except when I'm walking up to it to get inside

[@d4ve587]

Wizard gets his tool out pumps it up. Customer is satisfied 😲

[@rjnation5042]

I really like those super charged Merc V8's great power incredibly attractive noise through the exhaust, Rj in Oz

[@dB_944]

I bought an Astro pneumatic pressure tester that hooks to shop air. It’s nice.

[@wotrulke5868]

Id love a look around that grey Rolls-Royce next to the Mercedes it looks great 👍🏼, as always a great video thanks for sharing👍🏼

[@Rose.Of.Hizaki]

*I think the idea behind the flutes was that you were supposed to tape over your exhaust so that every time you start your car up or rev the engine, it starts playing a tune and some old people think theyre being dive bombed by stuka JU-87s*

[@martinmendiolamm]

Lmao the flutes really threw me off and I thought one of my friends was messing with me XD

[@markh.6687]

Mr. Wizard will PUMP! (bicep slap!) YOU UP!!

[@Bomag1600s]

Three times not I've almost brought a CL500 but each time there was something like a Christmas tree dashboard , it sinking while I looked at it and the final on "the engine bay is really nice and clean" , Yeah the bits he couldn't reach with the steam cleaner not so much... When I find one its got to be throw away money.

[@TheWinnipegRailfan]

That was one beautiful flute intro ! Lol

[@Digital-Dan]

Looks like the venerated Flutophone of my youth. First instrument ever. Many hours lying in my bed and noodling. Then I did something stupid and took up the trumpet. Don't do that unless you're a glutton for frustration.

[@borninhk1]

Not a flute! A recorder! Signed, A musician!

[@cameronshoemaker9701]

What’s the link to that coolant system pressure tester?

[@MrAviator81]

That flute intro was 🔥🔥🔥

[@bonhoff67]

Could I ask what inspection torch you use please?

[@bozodog428]

Amazing condition . This owner surely takes care of it.

[@dvspot]

beautiful car. I wish I lived close to this shop, I would bring my car there to service.

[@vasantos-re4hb]

CW - PLEASE keep that intro! Best ever.

[@denitipuric1130]

Great video, thank you car wizard! I love when you post German car videos, I won’t lie I’m biased but hey who isn’t

[@XNick291X]

What year was Hoover's Car Trek CL55 AMG? I can't remember for the life of me.

[@AlessandroGenTLe]

The flute killed me 😂 🤣😂 🤣😂 🤣

[@danielsmith5603]

Wizard what type of welder do you use/ own?

[@johnmcenroe1760]

Hey Wizard, could you do a review of the second gen CLK (C209)? Just like the CL and SL a very beautiful Mercedes coupe but it won't burn deep holes, well not as deep holes any way, in your pockets as the CL or SL will. Thanks for an awesome channel!

[@revinot]

He just did a black series, your thoughts have been answered lol