Restoring A Rare Mercedes E55 AMG Super Wagon! Satisfying 5 Week Transformation Fixing EVERYTHING!

[@LegitStreetCars]

What car should I save next?

[@ruhiabdulrazack1478]

First!

[@Tom-zz6hn]

I’d love to see an Alpina

[@jSUIIII]

An E60 550i would be pretty cool.

[@victorbaird8220]

90’s Camry

[@terrypaquette2824]

Slk amg lol

[@RichRebuilds]

Alex, this was like a movie. Fantastic job!

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks brother! You are one of the few that actually got to see this thing in person. Rich "It's pretty disgusting Alex, but it's all there." Me "Good enough, buy it!"

[@johnlincoln4616]

Seriously one of a few creators that can make a 40 minute video and people will watch the whole thing.

[@howardwilliams1218]

There you are SAMCRAP you do not need your UGLY stepmom crap to work on cars!!!!!!!

[@TheRustyCracker]

Rich and Alex and rusty let’s get together and film!

[@brandonmohair]

Wait, Rich gives compliments? Lol

[@tavarish]

what a transformation!

[@Philobert]

I guess this is what it feels like to be knighted. 😬

[@jacksondoesstuff2458]

AMOGUS IMPOSTER?!?!?!?????!?

[@blackforest1034]

Cool seeing you on here I'm subscribed to your channel too

[@bnco]

Bro you people do it in one episode. Look at you.

[@ty27tp]

The only youtuber who makes a 40 minute video feel like a 15 minute watch, wasn’t a mercedes fan until you started showing them off too

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks Tyler!

[@admranger]

Agreed!

[@jackconway596]

@@LegitStreetCars Yes. Love the Mercedes content. The Fiero, not so much.

[@A8D92]

Check out M539 Restorations. He also makes the same type of videos but just for BMW's.

[@munajuust1000]

M539 Restorations too by the way

[@redwalsh87]

It's really great to see a regular guy who knows what he is doing and a rare cool car saved from the junkyard or crusher. The video editing/music is great too!!

[@FitmentIndustries]

What a GREAT watch. The pacing is on point and I LOVE AMG wagons! -Sean

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks Sean!

[@kylekeogh2731]

Sean likes the pace on lots of videos apparently

[@leonardnose5695]

The amount of knowledge alex has is just crazy. I got into his videos because of the e55 sedan and haven’t stopped watching. Keep it up alex.✌🏼

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks Leonard, appreciate the support.

[@kevinc31]

One of the most underrated automotive KZbin channels next to Speed Academy

[@2turbo4u]

Then we get the e55 wagon to take on the m5 wagon

[@kevinc31]

Oh that would be unreal.

[@kevincauchon3693]

Dang im a Kevin C too.

[@mv1509]

24HotGirls.com d

[@monkemems220]

@@mv1509 ???

[@projektvertx]

Alex, your channels has stayed the most consistent of any KZbinr I know. Stellar content! I’ve been blessed to meet you in person. The old saying “don’t meet your heros” DOES NOT apply to you, you’re just as pleasant in person as in your videos:)

[@DannyMdlG]

Damn, that self closing boot is the fastest and most aggressive I've seen

[@tomaslittleadventures4542]

Lol :D :D, I think something is wrong. I have w211 wagon and it goes much slower but still not as a grandpa

[@henrik1743]

yeah holy fuck might snap some fingers no?

[@serran0669]

@@henrik1743 shit it will probably kill a kid riding in one of those boot seats.. :D

[@henrik1743]

@@serran0669 ah, a fellow swede!

[@2ningmarket]

We sometimes watch a video 5min long and say, "I'll never get that time back" I have to be honest all 41min were worth it! Great video Alex!

[@zollotech]

That looks great. Gotta get an E55 one day when I have a larger garage. Maybe a wrecked SLS next? 😀

[@slasher9883]

Alex I think your channel has just reached a whole new level of awesomeness. Well done mate.

[@Midmojo]

As a Benz technician, I am in love with any AMG wagon. You rock.

[@erik1514]

Holy shit, I thought this was only a 15 min video. Can’t believe 40 min went by so quickly!

[@LaytonKnightt]

I wish wagons got this much appreciation outside of the enthusiast community. Favorite body style ever.

[@jaky3]

The perfect solution for needing space as well, most buy just suvs for trunk space when all they need is a wagon which drives much better and isn't unnecessarily heavy.

[@writerboz]

Love it! E55 AMG Wagon is one of my "keep forever" car choices (dad likes a big V8 noise, but there are three kids). And you did such a great job showing how they can be brought back from ratty condition without burning a ton of cash.

[@Tarkov.]

If there's anything I've learned from you and Car Ninja's channel, it's that paint protection film is worth every penny.

[@callum5896]

From one wagon owner to another, thank you for your service! #savethewagons

[@peni80085]

This was actually pretty impressive, 232k miles and looks brand new. Love your content, those wheels are dope!

[@TheLegenDacster]

Bravo Alex. 1st What a car to renovate and restore. 2nd Your enthusiasm and list of tasks 3rd You do a large amount of the work yourself Should you end up giving it away, the new owner will be one mega-luuuuucky person. Best wishes with your future endeavours.

[@davidestate]

Damn... the guy that fixed the rust is amazing - Jedi amazing. What a great job all round.

[@detonator2112]

What a beautiful car. Mercedes design is so timeless and they always have certain "grace" that other German rivals can't quite capture. It's the power of the Star. Cheers from Finland, enjoyed the video and keep up the good work man!

[@elliottbickle6117]

It’s so nice to see cars actually being fixed and saved. I won’t name names, but there’s a bunch of non-content out there that leaves me wanting “better,” and your channel never lets me down.

[@SupernaturalFTW94]

*cough* Samcrac *cough*

[@elliottbickle6117]

@@SupernaturalFTW94 he’s one, but I am proud of Sam for the progress on his Aston Martin.

[@andrewyear81]

Though I prefer my vehicles to be more of the Bavarian breed I thoroughly enjoyed and watched the entirety of this. Three quarters of an hour went by just like that! Well done my fellow tradesman.

[@PKAaron16]

Yooo I'm almost in tears watching Alex bring this beauty back to life! For real got me inspired over here!!

[@SazonYDysautonomia]

These restoration videos are so satisfying

[@brazildashcam]

Your E55 was simply MAGNIFICENT. Wagon is the type of car that should never go out of line. Unfortunately SUVs are dominating.

[@johnlincoln4616]

Comment section “Why didn’t you paint the whole car?” Alex “because you aren’t paying for it” 😆

[@johnlincoln4616]

Edited my comment and lost the heart👎🏻what’s up with that KZbin

[@j.d.8593]

@@johnlincoln4616 That always happens, it is in case you get a heart and you edit it with something weird 😅

[@GoldenRetrieverEnergy]

@@johnlincoln4616 precaution to make sure the comment isn't changed to something that the creator wouldn't want to heart.

[@vdochev]

He's right - there's no need to re-paint the whole car if you know you can save it.

[@WhatupitsColtonCole]

@@johnlincoln4616 stop 🛑 he is good

[@portuguesepetrolhead]

Honestly Alex, your channel is nothing but inspirational. Thank you :)

[@tombrooks5933]

I have always loved these wagons more than any others, so watching it evolve in your hands is very gratifying.

[@YogisGarage]

I know all about lengthy video editing sessions. While I enjoy it, it can be a time sink. Looking forward to seeing your new shop!

[@htownblue11]

HEY RICH AND SAMCRAC......Young Grasshopper has become the master and actually finishes a project and is gonna be at 500K subs in a week.....meanwhile Sam is chasing roosters and stepmom and Rich is collecting Olive Garden frequent diner points....hahahaha. Well done LSC! You need a hydro puller. Best thing I bought for rusted in axles etc. People can’t appreciate the difficulty you had to overcome.

[@longjohn77]

Agreed.

[@miaheat21180]

That’s the truth

[@GrandMoffJoseph]

I have to agree. LSC (as well as a handful of other Automotive channels not to be named here) have become my go-to channels for quality, entertaining, and informative videos with none of the stupid pranks and cringe-inducing sidebars with adult video stars.

[@ng-ht1vx]

@@GrandMoffJoseph Another channel I like is truck master.

[@rustler08]

When cleaning the leather pieces, especially the steering wheel, some diluted APC (or even Dawn) and warm water with a soft brush will completely change the appearance. You need to go over the surface multiple times, and it will seem like nothing is happening at first, but then as the material expands with the warm water you will suddenly start seeing it get dirtier and dirtier. Make sure you keep using warm water, replace it as it gets dirty and cool, and you'll have amazing results. When you finish, your leather should have a completely flat look. It should not be shiny, that means it has a bunch of oils trapped in it.

[@Glenngabriel1]

I like how you show it’s possible to complete a car in 1 video. Other KZbinrs? Not so much. Excellent work!

[@Infamous10110]

I had two Manhattans and some food. I cried at the end. What a great movie. Thanks!

[@AutoAnatomy]

Great job on the wagon! I'd love to see you pick up an older Porsche, maybe one of the forgotten ones like a 914 or 924. They can be a lot of fun!

[@Thecarthatiam]

I’ve been dying to get a w211! I have an ml350 but the w211 facelift e class has always been my dream car. It’s good to see such beautiful cars being driven daily and taken care of. You have done some amazing community service in the automotive world by bringing that car back to its former glory

[@Justin-xn6hn]

Alex, the content keeps getting better and better. I can tell how hard you work to make this happen and as a fellow amg owner, I think it is fantastic. Your attention to detail is inspiring and that includes not only the work you’re doing on the car but also the editing of the video. My hats off to you!

[@noahm.4001]

This is great! Greetings from Germany 🇩🇪😀 Land of Mercedes.

[@damian-795]

I have a W211 here in the UK, I do love the Merc`s

[@Rrrrrrrr836]

It's Saturday , LSC uploaded a 41 minute video. Oh boy , I'm happy! Great restoration Alex!

[@scottfaulder4690]

I look at my 2009 E350 and think why did I buy this when I should have purchased an E55. The wagons are just so iconic looking and the way Alex brings them back to life is amazing. Keep up the good work.

[@starbuksman]

PPF Removal: Use a coffee maker and get hot water and it comes off WAY easier

[@LegitStreetCars]

Cool! I'll try that in the future!

[@mathewfullerton8577]

@@LegitStreetCars Ammo NYC used it. Works wonders!

[@johnshellenberg1383]

@@mathewfullerton8577 I saw that, it was brilliant. Worked FAR better than the heat gun

[@philgrimsey3637]

Problem with the heat guns I've found is that they get the plastic/vinyl too hot which is what causes them to tear like that. Destickering/dewrapping I've always done with hot water.

[@Evildandalo]

Took like 5 hours to get PPF off of a Lexus with a steamer. I really wish I had just thought to skip the steamer and use hot water. Not making that mistake again

[@christraina]

Love the car!!!!! I've always wanted one! Talk about give aways! I'm headed up to New Jersey due to a military PCS. We are a family of 5 and we would sure show that car a lot of love! Thanks for the content. I always love watching your videos.

[@diamondrepairs1307]

Sweet video ! You brought that amg back from the wreckers

[@vdochev]

I wish all mechanics were as knowledgeable and as honest like you. Great work and love your videos! I really love the educational stuff and tips you provide.

[@Paopolomololl]

Really LOVED this episode and the transformation on that wagon was incredible!

[@02Z06Tom]

I spend a lot of time on my 150k mile CL55 AMG and have always wanted an E55 wagon. Your videos are so educational. You do very nice work my friend!

[@el_ziin]

when he said grab yourself a cold soda i was like im watching this to forget that im fasting and you say cold soda my guy just destroyed my mood with 2 words :)

[@moejasss]

Watch it after iftaar 😂

[@muhammadfirdaus8012]

luckily i watch this during night 😂

[@Chitown388]

Couldn't believe that I watched the whole thing without blinking an eye and without realizing that it was a 41-minute video! Time just flew by .. and I don't even like wagons. Awesome video. Well done!

[@Meonthemove12]

Im in the UK and I wish I could bring my E55 to you and you turn it around!

[@fatimazahrakabire9091]

i watched this 41min video without knowing it's that long till i saw someone mentioning it in the comments!!!!! Amazing how great videos slide through time smoothly

[@robertmorin1454]

I can tell you put a ton of time on this build , looks great and turned out excellent . Time to sell it and take the cash into the next project. 👍🇨🇦

[@plainbrownwrapper9688]

Boy Mancusio's (sp) usually has some really cool stuff always in the background. Wagoneer, Scout, Ramcharger. Really neat stuff to see

[@corythomas9369]

Killed the restoration dude, nice job!

[@LewisJD33911]

i just saw this car has the jump seats in the way back!!! I used to ride in one in my dads oldsmobile and later in an old volvo. Imagine doing accelerating G tests for kiddos back there!!!! This thing is a gem!

[@NinjAsaya]

I wouldn’t mind having this as my first Amg and performance car aha

[@calebcooper9103]

Alex. You are the one youtuber I keep watching. You have mechanical, Body work and detailing, all in one place. And you work on sick cars. Your channel is going places man! Keep giving us awesome content. Love it. From the South African in New Zealand

[@Smokey_A]

In the south, any "soda" is a Coke. No matter the brand or flavor.

[@GrandMoffJoseph]

Born in NOLA, grew up in TX. Can confirm. Me, ordering at any restaurant, regardless of star-rating: I'd like a coke. Staffer: ok. What would you like? Me: Mountain Dew Staffer: Got it!

[@uncommonlogic1698]

Soda is a sweet carbonated drink, a pop is the same thing. Pop term is for bottled soda, from the sound of removing the metal top from the glass bottle, "pop". As apposed to Fountain drinks which were same sweet flavored drinks that were dispensed from a keg as beer was. Pop is used in the northern states, soda is the southern states. Coke was more popular and known, so Coke came to mean soda to many folks. As a " Kleenex" is a tissue . As a locking pliers is called a "vice-grip".

[@Smokey_A]

@@GrandMoffJoseph Pretty much the same. Don't do that at restaurants, but definitely do it when at friends' and relatives' houses.

[@trifasss1]

By all means this is one of the best mechanic channel on youtube. Hands down im thrilled about every video, they way its filmed, explained and if you are mercedes loved its just fantastic! Keep it going !

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks so much!

[@rankzwazhere]

Watched the whole thing. Love it.

[@LegitStreetCars]

Thanks brother! Appreciate that

[@WoodLox]

Algorithm just recommended this and what a pleasure to see this high mileage E55 wagon restore. You’re a natural in the camera and knowledgeable with the cars. Sub’d

[@motheolebelo]

Enjoyed every moment of this build, epic work Alex and yes you were born for these machines to save them. Thumbs up

[@moomae1]

Seeing the bubbles flow up 28:12 with the time-lapse wash was cool.

[@benzitoracer]

"Why spend a ton of money on micro fiber cloths when you can use your shirt sleeve for FREE!!"

[@Sie84yv]

My dad used to drive me and my 3 siblings in a 78 Impala wagon and I loved sitting in the 3rd rear facing row on road trips. I'd love to find one of these AMG's in good shape to road trip with my children!

[@ThatOneWagon]

I love me some wagon!

[@samhosierxec]

This was so pleasing to watch, so many people just write these cars off. E55 Wagons (Or Estates as we call them in the UK) are very rare here too, cheapest one for sale at time of writing I can find is £15,000.00 for a 2003 model. Saloons aren’t even half as difficult to find and far cheaper.

[@DjDestinyChicago]

Yes it’s pop! 😉

[@FairladyS130]

20:40 see those hubs? To get one of them off the axle the mechanic had to make up a special puller, toughest hub pull ever he said. Gotta love MB, it's either loose or seems like welded on.

[@JulianKapa]

36:54 Wow that really closes fast. Not like modern ones which look like a small motor gently closes it because it's so slow. This one just looks like it releases pressure from the struts somehow. I guess it's that fast because the latch doesn't retract on its own and needs to be "pushed" shut.

[@tylerhemstreet8289]

This is a pretty long video, so I was hesitant to watch the entire thing, but wow great job, Alex! The transformation is really incredible. I love your W211 content.

[@aaronbritt2025]

Love the reverse footage during the wash. Looked cool.

[@sDmD13]

now watching it over and over again😂 atm its the third time watching this. this is great stuff and i really like that kind of rebuild🔥

[@timfenton5153]

Like the start to finish in one video, excellent, thanks

[@BigPowerAL]

Man, this is my kind of videos! Start to finish on a gem of a AMG! Thanks Alex!

[@bitterfriction]

Great job, Alex! The wagon looks amazing now! Also, did anyone else peep that nice Bronco near the end of the video?

[@ericwambua4013]

the fact that i have watched 40 mins of this video just shows how you content s great.....from Kenya btw ;)

[@dag1704]

I have no words how much I love the W211, for me the most beautiful car in the world.

[@brandonmeens]

The steady deterioration of the gloves really sells the ring replacement

[@jordanarmstrong8358]

Alex, I want that wagon. My '04 e320 wagon has 366k and still running strong (family owned since 33k!). E55... that's a dream!

[@FreedomForce100]

Always amazed by the quality of the execution, the passion and the humility. Great work!

[@hh65flyer]

Selling merchandise with an entry to win the car might be a good idea...other youtubers seem to have a lot of success with that. Car turned out incredible!

[@MrTiganj123]

I just love how Alex has spare E55 rims just laying around. Amazing work like always 👏

[@unclebenscaradventures]

Alex,you are the reason I got a job at Mercedes and started working on cars. I've ben watching your videos since you started on KZbin. I'm on my 6th build at the time :) keep on going brother,much love from Berlin Germany ✌️✌️

[@vorsprungdurchtech]

What a beauty!! A timeless classic. I LOVE it!!

[@fraforgt-350r2]

My dad had one of those same gen e wagons, a 2.5 diesel i think. Still quick enough and really comfy. Looked very cool with the AMG black paintwork option and aftermarket brabus wheels. I loved that car becuase it had seats in the boot/trunk which were pointing backwards, so cool looking out the rear window as a kid. Had to sell it because it rusted like crazy, whole undercarriage leaked with rust

[@CJ-ey5wq]

i have to say this probably your best video to date. everything in 1 full episode. and the car came out great. this is definitely a great budget build video.

[@troyfankell6581]

I love the W211 wagons and really like the channel content. This inspires me to get an E63 or E55 wagon after I finish a few more projects.

[@losbadgt]

I swear those are my favorite wagons/cars. One day I will jump and buy one. Always been scared of maintenance but watching all your vids all those things are easy

[@aminvirani5688]

When I was a wee one, I would wake up early on Saturday’s to watch the Bugs Bunny and Tweety Show and WWF wrestling. Now I wake up on Saturday’s and watch your channel. Awesome content as always!

[@crystalworks1]

Great stuff, love seeing cars saved rather than thrown into a junkyard. The end result is always worth it. I'm a BMW guy (and have saved quite a few from death) but I watch all of your Mercedes content because the quality of the work is good, the end result is always worth it, and your passion for the marque is what I feel for the Bavarians. Keep up the excellent work sir. I'll keep watching.

[@bsfunk44]

Fantastic transformation Alex! I could watch this forever!

[@NickMango]

Whooaaaaa 500k!

[@stefanbekan1298]

You did that car justice, it was well deserved. Great job man.

[@thesniperofcs]

I don't usually watch any video that exceed 20 minutes But this was a LEGIT eye catching AMG wagon ♥ I really love wagons, and i really liked the jump seats

[@wyrien]

That Volvo estate in the background when you wash it!

[@NorthwestCashlyfe]

Hey I have a 2004 S600 Benz and I switched the ABC shocks to Spring shocks and I have some questions on how to bypass and what to do with the power steering pump and ABC Reservoir do I take off the high pressure hose and put a bolt in the power steering pump to cut whole system out or is best to leave it in and cap off at ABC Lines?

[@NorthwestCashlyfe]

I'd really appreciate it if you could help me I'm stuck on this

[@MB212]

Wow and just wow amazing execution on all the repairs. Not usually watch long videos, but this was a pleasure to watch all the way 🔥

[@joaomiiguelcosta]

Amazing! But the older wheel design looked so much better then the design of the new ones you put on Great job it was pleasure watching this video