Restoring a Salvage Car: From Wreck to Beauty

n this episode, join us as we transform this salvage Mercedes Benz (W203) from a wreck to a stunning beauty! From assessment to disassembly, and the final reveal, we take you through every step of the restoration process.
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[@philiplagho4666]

Precision cutting tools 😂

[@stevejairo5872]

I came here for this comment🤣

[@alcidescanjeuele5735]

😂

[@kelvinfx33]

No salvage video is complete without including the cost of each individual repair. Please include it in your videos.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Kelvin for the feedback. Will include the costs in the next videos that I do.

[@RealTBTKenya]

Manze, the breakdown would be quite dope. Anyways, nice video 💯

[@henrymutonga585]

Ph5 buru buru ?

[@monicahnjeri257]

good work

[@MM-tb8dy]

Please provide us with the cost breakdown from the capex to the restoration cost and approximate resale value. The painter will not leave long f he continues in his trade without protecting his lungs. He ought to mask up.

[@Kenito_Fitness]

Kindly break down the prices for us car enthusiasts but the work is 💯 Erick wokabi should invite your for Monday night or Pamurik show

[@DiywithJojo]

We had a sit down with Pamurick and discussed everything about making these cars and where to get them it's up on his channel

[@aye3678]

Brilliant work, guys. I would highly recommend sanding/clearing the foggy look of the front headlights to match the great looks of the rest of the car. :)

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much for the feedback.

[@VincePhones]

@@DiywithJojo this folks should buy proper tools jameni

[@ceciliakioria3357]

Since i started watching your DIYs back during covid, i love the vehicles ones most... Am not a benz person, but it motovates me on owning a dream vehicle on a budget

[@DiywithJojo]

Check out the videos that is coming out next, it will have all the costs for these items. no more gate keeping

[@dennisngugi3333]

I'll be following this so much. Are you comfortable to share where you source these project cars and can you help in sourcing for one. I intend to build one as my first time car. Been following your restoration stories.

[@DiywithJojo]

Kindly DM me on IG @Diywithjojo we can work on it.

[@nyagahhub627]

Same case applies for me ...can i use ur expertise i get a car and u deliver it to me when done Ofcos having to take care of your token as well

[@DiywithJojo]

@@nyagahhub627 This can be done..

[@thecargotsold]

Please share your Whatsapp

[@tony_banks]

Kindly where is this garage found? If possible number and location. Loving your content

[@DiywithJojo]

The garage is located on Rabai Rd. You can reach them on 0710 477887

[@griffinenane9735]

Perfect assignments. Great team

[@salimmachila5736]

Great restoration but umeruka most essential parts like cutting and repair of damaged parts roof which was more entertaining ❤

[@mutisosarri8498]

Great content. When selling the car to potential clients, do you explain that it was involved in an accident?

[@DiywithJojo]

Most will ask if they see something off with the car.

[@SDav21]

@@DiywithJojo They should not have to ask. You need to tell them upfront. This is a botched car and its sale would be illegal in most countries.

[@shymik9165]

you guys are so inspiring,kudos to you

[@jeremyclyde3006]

Brave of you to venture into such a task! I would never! For resell or for your use?

[@DiywithJojo]

This is for resell. Got to admit it ain't an easy task

[@WattsKRS]

keep going, amazing work

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much for watching. Appreciate the support

[@ks-qv9xd]

The video editing and the quality are very good

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much for watching and the feedback.

[@jeremyrandy9062]

How much did you get for the salvage?

[@ugconnect]

Brilliant work done here lady, The painter should have won a mask for his safety. That paint contains lots of dangerous chemicals

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for watching and the feedback. Next time, I will insist on it

[@davidmbugua4765]

Amazing job. Kindly let your painter know wearing a mask is beneficial to his health 😊

[@DiywithJojo]

It's risky but they insist on painting without them.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you David for watching and your feedback.

[@edwinmanegene8971]

way to go! good job!!!

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Edwin for watching.

[@brianmboya1728]

will one be obligated to change the log book content like the colour and how much does that cost?

[@DiywithJojo]

No. You won't change any details in the log book since it says Silver. The gun metal grey is in the family of silver

[@gilbertl3204]

How much was the salvage car? Cost of the parts replaced, repair costs...Total (salvage car purchase+parts+Repair costs)???? How does this compare with a similar fully functional car in the market? These info would make your videos more valuable and informative... for now it's just entertaining to see the transformation... and stories and a lot of English 🤔

[@Felix_were]

Quite inspirational

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Felix for watching.

[@ronnieodipo6457]

Good job...how much did it cost?

[@41muthu]

Great restoration, but when building a car always check the dimensions online, especially Mercedes, you can quickly tell the body guys don't know that the side lines are usually sharp, not curve from the front to end. This helps with aerodynamics, From front door to back, the sides usually have a sharp line that goes all the way to the back, most cars you've rebuilt don't get that line back. It's good to consider since is a physics thing not decorative, could be affecting speed, cornering or even breaking in some instances...

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much for this feedback. Definitely learnt something here

[@perminusmesa3189]

@41 muthu which line a you talking about am interested to know Boss

[@walternyakwaka5481]

Its called the Hoffmeister Kink

[@DiywithJojo]

@@walternyakwaka5481 Thank you for sharing

[@41muthu]

ON all cars especially heavy or fast cars, there is a line that runs across the body, a very sharp line @@perminusmesa3189

[@paulkiriru8598]

Wonderful job done 💯

[@DiywithJojo]

They did a good job on this

[@denniskyalo7460]

do you check the engines? coz the worst thing ni kukwama kwa highway ama kushinda kwa mech kila siku

[@DiywithJojo]

You check the damage done to the car at the bonnet. After evaluation that's when you know if the engine has been damaged. If it has you put that into consideration. If it has no damage and it can start... Then that's a good sign.

[@maxydwell6535]

Now we need more content like this

[@grichmantosh4156]

Fantastic job Jojo. Haven't seen you creating contents of late. Nevertheless this is a perfect job.

[@DiywithJojo]

Been spending most of my days in the garage..but I got more content lined up. Thank you so much for watching.

[@grichmantosh4156]

@@DiywithJojo Noted with thanks 👍.

[@hezekiahcharles6754]

Great content....... please inform the painter to wear protective gear. SAFETY FIRST.

[@DiywithJojo]

Point noted. Thank you for watching and the feedback..

[@sha-diy1810]

jojo big respect uv earned my subscribtion

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for subscribing to the channel. Welcome to the Fam

[@maxwellbulemi5856]

I love the work ,how can i get in touch if i have one

[@DiywithJojo]

kindly reach out to 0710477887. He will sort you out

[@jamesnjenga813]

What about the airbags can they be refitted

[@brendaasewe2350]

Where did you do your interior cleaning?

[@anonymoustim]

This is BuruBuru Phase 5. Link me to the guys who did the paint job.

[@HowToSaveMoneyOnCarRepairs]

Brilliant, good work here by these African Mechanics but why such a Old Car...? Do projects with newer Cars...!🤔😇👍

[@BryantMburu]

Roof black + brake pads black ikue perfect

[@teargas8373]

Where do you get your parts from Jojo?

[@teargas8373]

Specifically AMG Mats and Logo lol

[@DiywithJojo]

Different places but mostly Industrial Area for ex Japan and new parts. Dubai has been costly of late so it's not an option and second hand parts on Kangundo Rd

[@teargas8373]

@@DiywithJojo THANKS

[@dennismutungi517]

I Love what you do to this cars

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank Dennis for watching. Appreciate the feedback

[@Eston_Njoroge]

Good job Jojo

[@Zack1591]

You did a nice job on the Mercedes. It would have been a shame to let it rot away in a salvage yard.

[@solomonkombo]

How much for the car?

[@sonofafrica6855]

Kweli its work that has been done ,perfect combo 😅❤

[@DiywithJojo]

Loved the outcome. Thank you so much for watching

[@vincentandrew5667]

Brilliant job.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Vincent for watching

[@mosalahwonders5577]

as a chemistry expert i am saddened by the car painter wearing no mask ...nevertheless he did an amazing job

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you For watching and the feedback..

[@Jezze-rc6yv]

Well done,.. Where's the garage or contacts?

[@DiywithJojo]

The garage is on Rabai Rd. Contact 0710 477887

[@Jezze-rc6yv]

@@DiywithJojo thanks

[@arthursalim876]

Do u sell it after

[@royalty4ever322]

very nice work

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much for watching..

[@sarah2kings]

Connect us to the source, please. Good work keep it up.

[@YNGMANNoN]

Can I get mine too for restoration?

[@oushouma84]

Kindly share contacts of the guys who did the job.

[@DiywithJojo]

0710 477887 Nicholas

[@merrytv1963]

Please ask your painter to always wear mask ok

[@TheKenyanEntrepreneur]

Kazi safi

[@josephmwaura9497]

nice work,big up.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you so much Joseph for watching and the feedback

[@eliusking7771]

great job!

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for watching. appreciate it

[@vickomen333]

Hey Jojo, where can I contact you on social media?

[@johnwambugu6334]

Which garage is that ?

[@DiywithJojo]

The garage is on Rabai Rd. Here is their contract 0710 477887

[@charleskabuchu7632]

a job well done 👏

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Charles for watching.

[@petermangeni984]

Great job

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Peter for watching.

[@dicksonmurange9349]

How much did the whole project cost

[@DiywithJojo]

The cost of the car was 420K. The cost of repair was around 250K

[@dicksonmurange9349]

Great work, you have inspired me

[@DiywithJojo]

@@dicksonmurange9349 Happy that you got inspired by this project.

[@Murimimbabu]

Contacts of your garage

[@SDav21]

This should not be allowed. This repair affects the crash stability of the structure. The chassis will never be the same and the car will drive so badly. You can get well looked after C Classes like this for less than the price of this botched one.

[@corneliusodoo7183]

Young man you are really exposing yourself to toxic hazards of the paint. You need gas mask please your health matters most however brilliant job where are you located

[@rosemarykoech1495]

Amazing.....👌

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Rosemary for watching.

[@vtwoli]

The spray painting guy needs proper PPE😵‍💫

[@OBEDKiprop-u3z]

The paint is perfect but the rims belong to toyota not mercedes

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for watching. Those are Mercedes Benz rims.

[@anthonymbuthia9954]

Share the approximate costs

[@DiywithJojo]

The cost of the car was 420K. The cost of repair was around 250K

[@alcidescanjeuele5735]

Pintar esse carro sem protecção, pulmões desse cara já eram...

[@bonifacemugambi4252]

The welded joint on A-post is too big

[@DiywithJojo]

Prep work was still on going. But it can't be seen after the car was done

[@Luise_Mugo]

Amazing 🔥💯

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Mugo for watching.

[@Luise_Mugo]

@@DiywithJojo 💯

[@Kimstar20]

Imeweza😍

[@Nasdaq-pi4tk]

kindly encourage the painter to wear a mask during paintaing ,inhaling it isnt good

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for the feedback. Will definitely insist on it

[@thomasjoseph2547]

can you give me contact of the mechanic ?

[@DiywithJojo]

You can reach him on 0710 477887

[@amanhasnonam3]

Nothing much was done to, Meanwhile: new roof, bonnet, windscreen like what? thats alot,

[@DiywithJojo]

Considering the work that goes into making a salvage, trust me this is not much..

[@Best-World]

Si uniuzie hii gali?

[@DiywithJojo]

Still being used before selling.

[@francesc2043]

Este video es una burla al mundo de la restauración

[@JohnDoe-gf3fq]

awuoro.

[@nguono8523]

Well done 👏 I like your co tent. **just a pointer, I insist on the guys working on my car ,mostly paintwork to wear the masks for their own safety, its deadly if you understand what i mean.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you for the feedback and for watching.

[@BJackson.]

DIY

[@patrickkimani5149]

Nice try but structurally that car is an emergency waiting to happen plus the cost n all the trim wont be that gud i still think it not worth it!!!

[@MC_TONJE]

Hii macho nne hunibamba ajab

[@TMmwangi]

I'd wish to see how the car looks one year later. All I saw was terrible workmanship

[@philipmwangi5270]

the guy painting should wear a mask - He'll die early if he continues working like that. Kindly advise him that.

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Philip for watching and the feedback. Will pass it on

[@Abulitsa]

Buru

[@DiywithJojo]

Yes. That's where the garage is

[@Eston_Njoroge]

Good job Jojo

[@DiywithJojo]

Thank you Njoroge for watching..