RESTORING A BARN FIND BMW E24 635CSI | PT1

[@spent808]

The Flintstones called, they like their car back.

[@1881Gordon]

😅😅😅

[@robbieproductions9504]

Nah bud lame joke this is an classic in South Africa that car would sell for millions fully restored

[@1881Gordon]

@@robbieproductions9504 We all know that restored 635s are worth a small fortune, but the joke is still funny.

[@wadeholden7380]

Pour

[@blackterminal]

@@robbieproductions9504 wouldn't it get stolen?

[@bonolomosinki6323]

Patiently waiting for this series to continue

[@ianashton1593]

Am 68 now and this is a car I always wanted but could never afford. Really looking forward to seeing how this one progresses! A huge amount of work for you but please don’t give up on it !!

[@iancampbell3202]

Me too

[@wynsky21]

This is definitely going to be an interesting build. I'm genuinely waiting and anticipating to see the outcome. I will never miss any episode on this rebuilding. Mat keep making us happy . Big fan from 9ja.

[@jeffrichards66]

An ex neighbour once stuffed his red 635csi through our farm hedge 30 years ago. Legend. He "was avoiding a cat".. at 2.30am.. I've loved these big classy cruisers ever since. Great choice Matt, you have a natural gift and gorgeous infectious style. Love it.

[@Area32Audio]

Yeh got a thing for the old 6CSL it was always a car of beauty & desire when I was young (still is). Well done Mat for going outside his comfort zone with this one 👏

[@Retrobeemer]

Do you mean M635i? There wasn’t a CSL. That was the E9 3.0CSL.

[@thomass3559]

Old 635 sharknose...still is my dream car😍

[@4200timeB]

I can't tell ya how much I enjoy your channel the good vibes the cool choices of cars you work on.. I'm pretty sure this BMW will test every ounce of patience you have... it's madness that you took this on but here ya go .....

[@marcofacen9564]

My uncle had that same Model in white. He also saved one from scrapjard, repaired even the bent Chassis and fixed it with a pair of friends, and picked me up for shopping when he was done. The drive was sooooo damn cooooool! 20 years later I bought my first BMW. His comment: "Finally a decent car!" God... I miss this guy!

[@charlesmott8863]

Total underestimation of the rust problem 🤣 The upside is that I am loving watching Yorkshire Car Restorations repairing it all.

[@warrengage9536]

Awesome videos. One thing I learned... by reading the manual.. is to loosen the torque converter as a window is provided to access the bolts and remove it with the gearbox.

[@andrewastley2979]

This is going to be a great project to watch can't wait to see how Matt takes this on and how it all comes together. Good on ya Matt

[@marcusmooney2539]

Hi Andrew, I got this message as well, Is it a scam ??

[@neilholme8953]

love this guy so positive in everything he does great role model for all of us who need it when trying new things for the first time👌

[@ronnieboucherthecrystalcraftsm]

i have used the air hammer - removal ? use care and go easy = putting back = use a socket and pulse the trigger ! worked for me !

[@Frabert3692]

Thanks for being my absolute favorite KZbinr Matt, such an inspiration!!!!!!keep up the amazing work!!! Much love from 🇺🇸

[@uzonweke9699]

As an owner of an E24 that has been sitting for 10yrs in a cold/winter region, I'm rooting for you and this restore and hoping my case is much easier than yours.

[@carlosdeno]

Commenting before watching again, looking forward to this project so much. Drove my bosses 365csi when I was 19 back in the day, unbelievable car back then, the absolute nuts! Nice work Mat!

[@bigpapamark1]

I've watched for a few months and I appreciate you working on the old car . Watching you working on the new one sis cool but we as the average person can't afford it. Knowing you and your story is something to work for , but life has a different story on life for different people.

[@johnmcfall375]

Wow, credit where it’s due you don’t do things by half. What a job you have ahead with this car. Can’t wait to see it progress 💪🏻

[@italianjob-vx6hp]

Oh Mat I absolutely love the 635CSI totally stoked you got this. Not bad at all. Some welding, replace brake limes with nickel lines. Fit better suspension, stainless quad exhaust , rebuild engine '- up the bhp and torque. Fit alpine stereo amplified sound system , make it look gorgeous !

[@stixstonesinvestors5413]

I just love how you keep challenging yourself. Fair play Matt. I’m all over this project 👍🏻

[@2philly7venz]

Man, this video saved me soo much money! My 86' 635CSI wouldn't start for jack bro'! The plugs, cap/rotor & fuel pump are fairly new (2016), but been hardly made use of or run for years beyond here & there. Strong crank, but no start. Bought an ECM from a seller I've purchased from prior, installed it & she fired up straight away & runs like a top! Thanks again for the great videos fam!

[@MatArmstrongbmx]

Good to hear bro!!

[@jackburtonstwin]

Working on a car of this age is going to be something of a trade-off. The body work and chassis will probably test you further than you have been before but, mechanically, this is a fairly straightforward beast. Not a great deal of complex electronic sub-systems to go wrong. It's going to be old school as some elements of this car probably date back to R&D work undertaken in the late 70s! This is going to be a cracking project vehicle.

[@Cary_mac]

Nice pick, buddy. I had a 88 325i(2 dr), stripped out the engine, transmission, and basically what felt like everything else. I picked up sport interior, a m60(4.0L v8) from a 540, 740 or 840, snagged a 5 speed(6 speed out of budget), coilovers, wheels, custom dabbed exhaust and a loooooooot of other bits and ends. It was an absolute labor of love and just like you I had zero experience but came out the other end with such an amazing story. If you need any help or tips feel free to ask Matt.

[@Mr_Ryote]

This may already be my favourite build of yours, looking forward to more content on this gorgeous motor!

[@dawidwojtkowiak7567]

You are literally renovating the car of my dreams. It will be a pleasure to see it once again in it's full glory! ❤️

[@nicko9815]

Fascinating insight into just how much easier it was back in the day to work on a car. Awesome content bro.

[@redrain4477]

This is restoration of a classic , I love seeing older cars on the road , it’s very nostalgic . When I see Triumph Dolomites they remind me of my grandfather .

[@Karloschap]

Sat in Jamaica and a Mat Armstrong video pop’s up….well that sun and booze will have to wait 🇯🇲👌

[@garrytough9808]

Love your positive attitude Mat, its infectious! Was aghast at the state of some of this BMW and you just take it all in your stride with a “I’ve seen worse”…brilliant!! All the best with this project, I’ll definitely be glued to the channel. Great work

[@slimndnjim]

Patiently waiting for an update on this car on your channel.

[@wovenscrolls]

13:46 Never lift/support any engine (especially a BMW) on the sump! BMW's have a super weak sump, and to replace them usually means removing the engine in the process. 14:15 Hammer core plugs with a small metal bar running across it. Helps keep the plug even and level as it goes in. If it is even slightly uneven, it can pop out under pressure later (and that will suck).

[@reinaldodombueno9276]

Hurray to the resurrecting heroes of classics!!! Waiting for the sequel to this beautiful BMW! Greetings from Brazil!!

[@keda7558]

I have a suspicion that this will be the car you end up keeping forever

[@TheSuperBoyProject]

No I don't think so

[@Toby_the_Glen]

Because it's his 'dream ' car?

[@LouFiasco]

@@Toby_the_Glen because unlike all the others he has, this one will actually go up in price. ;)

[@trigsretromotors]

He'll get attached to it after all the work, it will definitely be a keeper, classic cars get under your skin like that

[@michaelsingh9035]

@@trigsretromotors so true !! You can't easily replace that

[@alexchampion8595]

Matt I rebuilt a 1986 mk2 golf gti and money pit the correct tag for it. I started with a full underseal and respray after I replaced as many panels with holes in as I could. Good luck with this one as it's going to be a labour of love...

[@duckydashcam751]

Constantly setting that bar higher and higher each time mat, love it! Hope to see more soon 🙂

[@Spudcracker]

Love these cars I remember years ago when I nearly Bought an M635i it was only going for £5k pristine. Sadly I passed on it about 2 yrs after the prices sky rocketed. Keep this coming as I'm glued, love it.

[@QuatschHomies]

Somehow i got the feeling, this might be my favourite car you‘ve ever build… Can‘t wait for the next video!!!

[@shieldaigbencher]

Matt, you've got this. The car deserves your help. Go for it.

[@jimbong4604]

Matt you're gonna learn so much from this project. Good luck mate. Your success so far is well earned. Looking forward to this particular journey. Peace

[@glennarnold3970]

hey mat a nice little trick for putting in freeze plugs when engine is still in the car use a scissor jack and a socket that fits the freeze plug slide the jack in between engine and subframe put piece of wood under jack place socket on jack line up with freeze plug and wind up when aligned just keep winding the freeze plug will slowly go in cheers from down under

[@Speedsnapcreations]

Can't wait for more episodes on this car! Although it definitely needs a manual swap imo

[@josepinto6879]

Yes please!!!!

[@MstreetDriver]

it's luxury cruiser of 80s, for someone it can be perfect with auto too, but I will shut up as I picked manual one lol

[@CON1FER]

Will need lots of patience and deep pockets. Doesn’t make any financial sense unfortunately - it’s a parts car really …. Best of luck

[@royfontaine5526]

@@CON1FER nonsense a parts car.

[@blackterminal]

@Nick Name it's really bad

[@The-Sea-Dragon-1977]

Nice to see. I restored one of these in the early 2000’s and they were just as rusty 20 years ago. There is a lot of knowledge out there about these cars.

[@benparsons99]

Mat, for any rust repair panels check out a company called Valcas garage. They do a lot of panels for classic BMW’s.

[@iHelpSolveIt]

Also, BMW keeps parts for 10 years but their sport division sometimes has stuff for 35 years. MBenz keeps parts for 50 years VW for 30 years Opel for 10 and now 5 as they've been purchased by Italy. You can also find some from the BMW factory in Menlyn Pretoria, South Africa. Write to their msport division they might still have stuff

[@theburts]

Its going to be awesome watching you restore this especially as i am doing the same to a 1988 E30 325i. good luck dude

[@johnnymacf1]

I had a 325 touring as i kid. Loved it. One of a few cars i wish id never sold.

[@highwayrun21]

I still have my E30 which I bought in 1998. It's been through 3 rebuilds including E36 engine swap. The 80s BMWs are great to work on once you know what you're doing

[@kristapsrasa5883]

Damn this car will end up killing you. Both mentally, physically and financially if you’re planning on restoring it a 100%. Worked with these type of rust jobs in my years at the shop but this looks like straight hell😅 Good luck on the build, looking forward to progression. If anyone really sets their mind to something, it can be accomplished💪

[@DAVES696]

I think it’s perfect for him to practice fabrication and welding on without the worry of messing it up. It will be make or break getting all that under seal off though😂

[@CorydorasEmpire]

Ive had a '89 535i in Europe, but the car was made for the U.S. market. She had every possible extra. Still miss her and that project.

[@TheJGW]

What happened to this build?!

[@PandzaMan]

Some other channel is restoring the body. I think they’ve just finished it so maybe MA will star back on it soon 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@benbradby751]

Yorkshire car restorations are doing it for free in exchange for exposure and he hasn't mentioned them once

[@PandzaMan]

@@benbradby751Hmm.. that’s a bit sh!7! Maybe he’ll do a special or something with them when they hand it or the shell back over? 🤞

[@IdropVision]

Same question

[@treeless62]

Today's date is 18/2/2023 and believe me Mat here in America we get a lot of rust rot. Although here in sunny Arizona we do not. We get sun rot if you leave your car sitting too long in direct sunlight your interior needs an overhaul. Love your channel

[@RAGNAAAA]

Can't wait for this! Please done spray it black! Like every other car. A nice pearl white would be amazing!

[@MegaRetr]

This is going to be a great project to watch

[@philippestrickler3461]

I still like this car but i am afraid by the work to restore, to rebuild it !!!!! I will be pleased to follow this challenge. I will learn a lot. Thank you MAT.

[@Andrew-wf6fi]

Love how you match the music with the decade of the car

[@mattevans7150]

More and more respect going to you Mat. To take on an older car restoration like this is a very different to replacing a bunch of bolt on parts on a newer car. I really hope that you learn lots and ultimately enjoy this build. One of the best looking cars ever. Can't wait to see you put your twist on it. I know it's gonna end up looking low, and mean and moody. Exactly what an old 6-series should be!!

[@robinfoster7597]

If you make this a keeper, find a dog leg, close ratio gearbox - transforms the car into a beast! I had one for 6 years and it just begged to be driven! Upgrade brake fluid to Dot 5.3. You're going to love it!

[@lordscrumptious3745]

Our hearts used to sink when one of these used to turn up on the forecourt. These were hand built, screws not clips everywhere. Any times on BMW's KSD system needs to be multiplied by 3!! Good luck Matt... you're going to need it mate. Change the colour to Zinnobar Red 😉

[@2candan1]

I own several modified 80s BMWs and I love them, but you’re a complete madman for taking this on - Bravo 😂👏

[@toniominestrone4227]

a mission impossible, when you can fix this job, you are a great hero, can't wait for the next video!

[@babissof7900]

One of the most beautiful car's ever produced!!!!

[@Duncangafney1]

If you're going to fully restore it, you're pretty much going for a bare shell strip with that and if you're going to do that, you might as well look to do things like have the engine fully restored, blue printed and tuned, better porting, cams etc. Change the gearbox to manual (they are far more desirable and valuable for E24's), uprate the brakes and suspension. But this is a massive job, basically she's a scrapper and you can buy a nice M635csi for circa £50k and if you were paying someone to do this, it would cost more than £50k to do it properly.

[@pauldavey422]

A friend of mines dad designed this car - Paul Bracq - a true artist. This one hopefully will get somewhere back to its former glory.

[@esack123]

Looking forward to this build. Jaymic are a great place for BMW classic parts also the owner is extremely knowledgeable and always happy to help.

[@noodlecake7108]

This car already is an absolute beauty, can't wait to see what it it will be like when it's fully done.

[@jeffcarter7197]

As an oldie watching your channel I have always had a soft touch for the 6 series, to me it's still a new car! Looking forward to your adventure in restoring these lovey looking cars. Good luck with that rust!

[@MP-po6fj]

Hi Matt hope your well, love the channel of all the cars you repair with a great deal of detail and skillset, enjoying this one because its a old hen box classic being brought back to life. Im an ex car mechanic and car restorer 15 yrs got a back injury retired now , but always enjoyed restoring the older hen boxes better back to showroom condition. More sense of enjoyment giving it a new sense of life

[@MP-po6fj]

Hi Mat thanks for the reply will do. The old Bmr ill look forward to more video uploads and seeing the progression to get it back mint on the road with your skillset and patience

[@yankschan1730]

This is gonna be so worth it. This classic car I can say will be worth the money. Satisfying. Classic beauty.

[@vinimaguire8109]

Mat ...If anyone is mad enough to take on this job its you son so just keep on going coz these are beautiful machines and it'll be such a priceless piece of auto history to have on your drive...Oh and great content !!

[@4WDCYMRU]

Can’t wait to watch this build progress! I love a classic BMW and the E24 is right up there with the ultimate for me 🙌🏻 I’ve just bought my own 330ci E46 to restore, any videos on rust repair are going to be invaluable 😅

[@frankfitzmaurice942]

I’m loving this BMW rebuild so far 🤗

[@NS-lz6jh]

Nothing but positive energy from this guy! Way to go!

[@MrBlueWRX]

I had and absolutely mint '84 635 a few years back, i could not find a decent one in my price range in the U.K so i looked on German Ebay and found one in Austria, it was a bit of an old ball, a Japanese export model but LHD which had been re-imported back to Europe, it looked good on the photos so i pulled the trigger at £2000. Me and a mate jumped on a plane to Stuttgart and took a hire car to Austria, picked up the car and drove it back to blighty, this car really was a mint ball thanks to the Japanese climate and being well cared for, Alpine white with black leater interior, all the engine parts still had shiny cadmium plating and it was still sitting on its original Michelin trx tyres, i sold it when i emigrated from the U.K and a German collector bought it and drove it back to Germany, it went full circle.

[@glovesoffofficial1382]

I sold a csl lightweight 1973 number 126 of only 200 built I spent 4 months welding it and all it wanted was painting..2,100 pounds in 1996..now prob 100 grand + they were worth peanuts at one time in fact I've seen 325i and 323 I even a factory BMW ex works car sell less than 3k..

[@MartzBeatz]

This car is a gem... best BMW design ever in my eyes..

[@troolf9833]

Thiss... This is gonna be my favourite project! Can't wait to the end!

[@andylarham5251]

When you get this finished I could see you and Hannah making a 1980s moonlighting short vid. Going to be an interesting long term project and your the man to do it👍

[@mickdebrou4567]

This could be the most fun to watch of any of your projects, good luck Mat

[@MisterPetrolhead]

At 11:10 you're talking about breaking the bond/seal in between the pannels. I saw you mastered the bonding skills on the M5, so no worries!

[@badboyalan]

Mat, you are an amazing mechanic and car body expert,you totally amaze me!!!! Thank you for your wonderful video's!...

[@aaabbb356]

Honestly best of luck Matt, this is a serious step up in work load. I'd be tempted to go Resto Mod. Modern engine, suspension, brakes etccc

[@st4034]

This is my favourite project on the Channel so far. 👌

[@markjones6817]

Good luck on this one matt, I think it could be the most frustrating, but most satisfying ones yet…I’ve learnt what patience actually means working on cars…1 step forward, 3 steps back! Worth it all for the landing curve.

[@ndpesicgroup]

One of my favorite cars !!! This build is going to be a fun project !!! Can't wait !!!

[@matb6466]

I really appreciate you taking on this restoration Mat. Reminds me or Car SOS or a Ant Anstead rebuild. Done right this car will be worth a fortune. I can’t wait to follow the journey and getting this restoration 100% Done. Thanks again.

[@MarkWyche]

2:40 - There’s nothing strange about that combination at all. Mat, your are absolutely living the dream with those cars. I was skeptical in your last video of the white calipers on the Aston Martin. One week later, I’m intrigued. They look good. Once again, great videos. I really enjoy your channel.

[@robsweekendgarage]

E24 shark nose is one of the most beautiful BMW designs of all time. Love seeing you trying something new. If you squint it’s mint!

[@MisterA-Vintage]

We know that you will not fail! This will be a mega motor when completed. Love the channel 👍

[@nunyabusiness5075]

There's certain cars I just like the look of, even if the performance isn't the greatest. The E24 is one of those cars.

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Fair play to Hannah she always gets involved and supports you

[@anthonyclegg332]

This is by far the bravest build to date!

[@oliverscutt]

I suggest that you could run the engine with evaporust as coolant and that way you clean out all the rust from the block while the oil and coolant systems are separate. Otherwise you can soak the block in evaporust later but you have a harder cleanup task to make sure the oilways are clean.

[@johnminogue2184]

This is one of the best bmw cars ever. I will happy but this car when complete. Not only my that the car I most want as a kid. Mat, let’s me know when you are ready to sell, seriously.

[@michaelarchangel1163]

My solicitor has a pale green metallic one of these cars which he's owned from new. It's immaculate. I'm sure he'd have a meltdown if he saw the state of this car. Hats off to you for having the determination to restore it.

[@jonathansmith2407]

That's got less rust than my rst did, spent 2 weeks welding that up, all 4 floorpans, both inner and outer sills, battery tray, boot floor, one inner and outer rear arch, ns a pillar and the famous fuse box tray, so I have no doubt that you can get this done

[@yzmichl3881]

You could take the car to some shop to have it ice blasted. I’ve worked in a shop where we did this to cars which were restored. It‘s really good for removing rust.

[@kampret43]

1. strip it down 2. sand blasted 3. fix the rusty body/chasis(reinforce if need it) 4. paint 5. restore the engine 6. restore the suspension 7. put it together

[@classicrestouk]

Im looking forward to this Matt. Don't let me down! RE: the rust, everything metal is repairable. I restore cars and that rust isn't too bad, but it is scary to find.

[@primecreator]

My dream car, one of the coolest European sports cars ever.

[@muhammadpanjwani3887]

Happy to see Matt moving further from crash damaged cars to old resto Cars

[@ornerexotics]

I really enjoy your channel. How you bring everyone along with you. Thank You