Resurrecting Luxury: The Mercedes 450 SEL Restoration by Alcalà Technology

[@Jez1963UK]

KZbin recommended your video to me (first time I have watched your channel) and it was such a beautiful experience from start to finish. The love you both have between father and son, and it's very clear to see that your workforce are a 'family' as well. The MB 450SEL is one of my most favourite cars, I'm not sure if it is the 6.9 version, as that is my ultimate dream car to own some day :) When I get mine, and I need it restoring, I'll be giving you guys a call :) PS - fantastic work by the videographer and the choice of music was perfect as well. I give you all 15 out of 10!!!

[@filipdragicevic5588]

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[@rudiknapen4867]

the 6,9 has black valve covers

[@tumiantumi4726]

I would give them 100 out of 10...but 15 is also nice...don't get me wrong...😉😉👍👍

[@nasrabrouk1904]

This channel will be the best period

[@maciejiwaszkow8927]

That's what can be called the proper recycling. We don't need new cars, we just need to restore the gems like this one. Well done 👍

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@georgegordonbrown9522]

It's not recycling.

[@dtrmlr]

Unbelievable! 😍

[@inmydelorean6025]

If you’re a millionaire, sure 😅

[@Dranreb865]

Brokie talk???

[@Gregsheppo66]

Restorations to this level are actually much more work than the original car production where parts are picked & fitted. Restorations require all the parts removed, cleaned, repaired, repainted, reupholstered, rewired, replaced then refitted. It’s a labour of love.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@bulentatis1066]

@@alcalatechnologyHello to the friends who are doing a good job from Istanbul, Turkey,

[@bulentatis1066]

@@alcalatechnology I have a 1994 E200 Mercedes with an M111 engine.

[@bulentatis1066]

A new restoration was carried out.

[@bulentatis1066]

@@alcalatechnology If I buy another mercedes, I'd like to bring it to you.(For Mercedes E200)

[@christophresmerowski1824]

Dear Alcala friends, as a 70+ years old German who now lives in the USA this video makes me happy & proud as I drove this car around in 1970's Berlin, Germany and all over Europe as a young entrepreneur. I'm very impressed with your crews knowledge & dedication ... and adding to it Manel's confidence and explanations are excellent. You are beautifully organized and the video is very well done. Thank you all and good luck for the future.

[@franciscojaviervaldeonpaez9864]

Que pasada de restauración y ver como evoluciona el proyecto. El mimo por el detalle y la calidad de trabajo de todo el equipo. Felicitaros también por la grabación y producción del video, nos hace ver el proceso tan al detalle, casi parece uno estar allí con vosotros echando un cable 😅. Saludos cordiales 👏

[@Vincentofvega]

Do you mean this actual car?

[@madjidhamdini8114]

I can understand you ^^ i'm from 1977 , growin in Algiers (Algeria) now i'm in Belgium , that mercedes was the must the best luxury car at that time better than the heavy rolls royce ! PS : I love Germany , i worked all over that country for severals years , essen achen coln berlin dusseldorf bayern munich etc lol , i dont speak German but in Germany it's very easy to talk in english ^^ Grettings from Belgium (Mons) :)

[@benquaedvlieg5680]

Comment exactly stated the overall feeling after seeing this excelence in both craftsmanship for the detailed restoration and the filming of it 🙏🎉​@@franciscojaviervaldeonpaez9864

[@marcallegretto2289]

If I won the lottery, I would not go on a crazy holiday, would not buy fancy clothes or gadgets, or buy an obscene mansion. I would buy a classic car (most likely a Mercedes Benz R129 SL600) and send it Alcala Technology to lovingly restore no expense spared. That was absolutely stunning to watch, you’ve essential made that car like “new”. You are preserving history. Well done!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words! Really apreciate them! 🙏

[@foxtrotkilo4499]

Me too....

[@ijaen]

Me too but with a W126

[@home_buff0694]

Excellent jod ❤

[@joicekash2127]

This Merc can run for another century+ 👍🏿

[@azatmededov9545]

Not really with this dodgy patches 😢

[@MURRYCHOOCK]

Whoever had the money and the good taste to do this... congratulations

[@scroungasworkshop4663]

I think the best part was the enormous hug from your dad at the end. It’s easy to tell how much he loves you and how proud he is of you. Ohh, and the car came out just perfect. Cheers, Stuart 🇦🇺

[@hashemjamalzadeh9865]

I have never witnessed a restoration like this before. You guys are incredible. Enjoyed watching every minute of it.

[@tegaatima1860]

​@@alcalatechnologyhow can you be contacted?

[@tegaatima1860]

@@alcalatechnology thanks . I'll be in contact

[@nadk8886]

Yes it's unbelievable

[@ashokmathur137]

Simply amazing. Incidentally, the Mercedes of the 1960s- 1980s were built so well

[@richardhenry968]

What an incredible job. A real pleasure to watch! Well done. VERY IMPRESSIVE!!! I would love to have you do a car for me.

[@twiki1963]

For a HK customer to ship this from Macau all the way to Spain - can only mean your reputation for restoring MB of this era must be unmatched.

[@alcalatechnology]

We really love our job, and we give all our passion to them. For customers the best is the transparency of our work and processes. Thanks for watching!

[@honestguy7764]

That, or these guys charged ways less than other guys doing the same…

[@inmydelorean6025]

Cars are secondary. The father-son relationship that these guys have is priceless.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you very much, this is what I enjoy the most! 🙏🏻

[@thomasshepard6030]

The 450 SEL must be one off the best Mercedes Benz cars ever this one is stunning

[@HH-jq2gx]

It’s an absolute pleasure watching such talented and dedicated people complete this project. Well done to the owner or whoever was responsible for gathering such people together. The detail and lack of compromise is rare to see.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@trevorhare9393]

At last on KZbin, people who really know what they are doing, instead of jumped up car washers claiming their expensive shampoo and polish is a ‘restoration’!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@Andreas-yz5cf]

Well, you might stop brushing rusted parts and get some decent sandblasting equipment. Because that looks a bit unprofessional.

[@alcalatechnology]

For your knowledge, sandblasting is removing/deforming the surface of the part that you are restoring, and giving a really ugly shape to the metal. Of course, for those who want to earn money for it and make it quick, paint on tom and maybe noone will know the status of it, is correct. NOT for us. Thank you 🤝🏼

[@Andreas-yz5cf]

@@alcalatechnology I was not talking about doors and bonnets, there it's surely not the right procedure. But for suspension parts or for example the brake disc back covers that doesn't really matter. And there, if you're just brushing them, you still have small rust nests in small cavities which are not being removed and lead to new rust pretty soon. From my experience...

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@sudiptakiran]

After sitting through the entire video, there's only one word which comes to my mind - Wow!!! Your workmanship is truly incredible!!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, by heart,we really appreciate 🙏🏻

[@j65055]

Manel, da gusto ver talleres españoles trabajando tan bien en proyectos de coches clásicos. Genial la idea de crear un canal para mostrar a gente de habla inglesa lo bien que hacemos las cosas aquí, en España. ¡Enhorabuena!

[@alcalatechnology]

Muchas gracias por tus palabras, espero que te guste el contenido de los siguientes proyectos!

[@juanmorales5133]

cuando eres bueno no necesitas demostrar nada y vendran sin tener que dejar de escribir en Espanol. Menos complejos y mas promocion del Espanol.

[@alcalatechnology]

Muchas gracias por tus palabras.iremos mejorando.

[@juanmorales5133]

@@alcalatechnology me alegro porque haceis un buen trabajo y sois muy professionales.

[@draloha296]

Best restoration videos on KZbin.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@MrRicardo11]

Respect from Scotland. Exceptional finishing on this Mercedes Benz. 👏

[@alcalatechnology]

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[@muzammilhussain5598]

I love watching restoring/resurrecting videos of cars and this is the only one yet which i have not jumped or forwarded even once ( enjoyed every moment of 36 minutes). 👍

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@russells.4381]

My father had a 1975 450 SEL and this video brought back those memories. Thank you so much.

[@sacpac8480]

Amazing, beautiful work. The 450sel is probably one of the most iconic sedans ever produced.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@arthurlekov2947]

I wish my Volvo 780 Bertone could look like this. There are things that are best left to the professionals like the leather job and paint job. I could restore the engine to factory spec again and all the mechanical parts, paint the undercoating, and fix the rust, but the paint and leather is very difficult. What an amazing job.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you Arthur! Do not hesitate to send us an email to [e-mail] with your project and we will be in touch with you the soonest possible.

[@el3ali]

I have one of those 1988 780 Bertone and it is a wonderful car Actually it is being restored right now in Kuwait and should be ready in a month or so. Parts for it are extremely rare and cost an arm and a leg. Can't wait to drive it around once it is finished

[@carris9054]

Cada vez que veo un video vuestro ,me quedo con la boca abierta. Muy buena la producción. Si algún día tengo un clasico, ya sé a donde llevarlo.

[@alcalatechnology]

Muchísimas gracias!!

[@mrkiplingreallywasanexceed8311]

I think what struck me the most is that although it's an old car (maybe 1979,1980?), the cleanliness of your workshop - not just clean, GLEAMING - and the quiet, efficient, experienced, technicians with all the right tools and equipment and a lot of know how - plus quite evidently a SUPER well organised plan/process - not to mention the movie level quality of videography and editing - gave the whole thing an almost surreal feel of a team of surgeons operating on a magnificent old beast on the edge of extinction. And that bit by bit, his life signs stabilise until eventually he emerges not just with a new heart and new knees, but also a nose job, tummy tuck, skin peel, hair transplant, eye lift and teeth polished - as well as a full day at the spa being oiled, massaged and moisturised, nose hairs and eyebrows tidied, mani/pedi, shaved (in places where you both can - and can't - see!) - and sent out into the world with a clean bill of health and a haircut, new suit, shoes, spectacles and watch😂❤

[@sprezzatura8755]

You just wrote the formula for my makeover going into the new year 😊

[@mrkiplingreallywasanexceed8311]

@@sprezzatura8755 I always feel like Salieri compared to Mozart - cursed with knowing what to do but not the means to implement it🤗 Anyway, anyone with the art of looking "put together" - but not too tidily, as if effortlessly - in your handle might seem not to need it! And one wonders who the other 8754 people with that quality are - there may not even be that many on the planet!🇮🇹😎

[@alancasari5958]

I remember seeing a 350SE in the shpwroom for the 1st time as a young boy. It was metallic bronze and the price was $15000. I wished I could buy it for my father who had a much older Benz at the time. Both the restoration and the video was excellent. It was only that good because you and the your team are obviously very proud your work.Your father is so proud of you❤. May this channel inspire other to follow what they are passionate about. I wish you all the best.

[@Padoinky]

Not only is your renovation/rehabilitation/restoration methodology and process outcome literally a work of art, but so is your visual representation of the meticulous E2E process…👏

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@_Alfa.Bravo_]

Thank you for saving this nice peace of car history !!! Greetings from Germany

[@victorprietoiglesias2846]

Me ha faltado ver como arrancaba esa joya,impresionante trabajo!

[@alcalatechnology]

Gracias por ver nuestros vídeos, esto fue grabado hace tiempo y no teníamos de los recursos que tenemos ahora, para los siguientes los escucharéis

[@RemyNiemand]

Never seen restoration of this caliber before. This is sheer brilliance. I’m amazed.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for enjoy it as much as we do! 🙏🏻

[@WangHuLee]

This is exactly what i want for my Mercedes W124 restoration to new and hopefully make it my new hobby. Buy and restore for my collection

[@alcalatechnology]

Hello! Send us an email to "[e-mail]" and we will be pleased to contact you. Thanks for your comment!

[@2THGap]

I truly enjoy watching the magnificent transformation of a classic Mercedes Benz. Great work and thank you.

[@daveywaraich7033]

Never seen this level of perfection and professionalism in my life 👌👍🫡

[@alcalatechnology]

Neither do I travelling around the world and working in huge companies.. our level of detail is insane..

[@ikosimisimo3363]

It takes some serious knowledge to perform such restoration. Well done folks

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words.

[@rolandtrautmann8]

👍sehr umfangreiche Restauratorin. Eines der letzten schönen echten Mercedes Modelle. Ich besitze aus der Riehe W116 den kleinsten (S280 1979) mit 74.000km und den dicksten (450 SEL 6.9 1977) mit 196.000km.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@ghaffar23]

I thought about the newer cars, and then I thought about my W210 with 428k km on it - I would love to do a restoration on it similar to this. Very very interesting and satisfying to watch. They do not make these cars like that any more. W124 and W126 were the last of this era. W116 is an extra treat to see in this condition - and of all places, coming from and going back to Macau. Thank you for this presentation.

[@michaelscheffler6073]

My uncle used to let me drive his 450 SEL 6.9 Mercedes when it was almost brand new back in the 70s. That one was a right hand drive also. Watching this brought back so many memories for me. I used to compare putting your foot down in this car to take off in a jet airliner! What you can achieve is truly amazing and the passion you do it with is truly a credit to you, your father and your team.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you very much for your words and watching us! Best regards from Spain!

[@michaelscheffler6073]

Thankyou for replying. I might add that the fastest my uncle and I drove in his car was 280kph, before our nerves gave out. Not because of the car - it was rock steady, and I'm sure able to get to at least 300kph. The thing is this was in central Australia, on narrow roads with kangaroos and cattle able to wander onto the road. It's amazing how much more narrow a road looks at 280kph! Still, at least we were not in danger of getting a speeding ticket in this part of Australia, as there was NO speed limit on outback roads in those days! Just like your fancy autopistas, hey? I'd love to come to Spain one day and meet great people like you guys. Cheers from Australia.

[@alcalatechnology]

@michaelscheffler6073 of course! You are very welcome whenever you want!

[@chrisloukes424]

Really enjoy the 'pace' of these 'programmes' - no waffle voiceovers; great momentum - a joy to watch. And a fabulous end result.

[@RayJ.JohnsonJr]

This is exactly what loving cars really means.

[@alcalatechnology]

Yes! 🙏🏻

[@stephenmckay3913]

Incredible workmanship. Beautiful result. Keep these videos coming.

[@adamheazlett1179]

They hide work

[@franciscoestrada4028]

Alcala. El Mercedes quedo espectacular

[@alcalatechnology]

Gracias paco! 🫡

[@lluisgraciagracia9182]

me gusta más, ver vuestros vídeos, que ver una película!!

[@alcalatechnology]

No sabes lo feliz que me hace leer esto! Muchas gracias por tus palabras y espero que disfrutes de todo lo que se viene!

[@pococteam]

La mare del Tano, impressionant!!! Gracias por el video maestros.

[@alcalatechnology]

Haha gràcies!

[@siegfriedbarfuss9379]

Wish you get more clients like this with amazing taste and hopefully a 6.9 the king of the 70s

[@jorgemachado7784]

Best car ever made, in my opinion, and incredibly underappreciated. This is the work of artisans, man. Thanks for sharing it.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@EYEONEVENTS]

Never seen a perfect precise work like this before in my entire life .. greetings from Egypt 🇪🇬

[@alcalatechnology]

Thanks for your words,we really appreciate it 🙏🏻

[@abdulazizsaleh8650]

تحية لمصر ام الدنيا ..الله يحفظكم يارب 💐🤲🏻

[@thyslop1737]

That Benz looks AWESOME. It is enough to make a grown man cry.

[@alcalatechnology]

😍😍

[@KimathiTheLeopard]

I’m amazed by your ability to restore this car to a level that equals or arguably surpasses how the car was when it rolled off the assembly line. Many of the w116 chassis parts are no longer available, so you are actually reproducing the quality and craftsmanship that would otherwise get lost to time. Great video!

[@KimathiTheLeopard]

@@alcalatechnology keep it at and thanks for sharing your work with us!

[@GrandeCapo_PallaPesante]

It was my father's car in the second half of seventies and I drove it many times. One of the best cars ever, for sure. It was like a panzer tank, it saved my life in a catastrophic crash. Although completely destroyed, it was repaired and was still in circulation many years later. Luxury and technology were at the highest level for the time. The engine was amazing, extremely powerful and not too thirsty.

[@alcalatechnology]

Yes! True words! Thanks for watching!

[@PhilDykshoorn]

Beautifully photographed -- high production value. In addition, the workmanship is absolutely top notch on this classic 70s Mercedes Benz.

[@sarathimanoj9224]

Huge respect to you all for reviving this iconic gem❤❤💎

[@alcalatechnology]

Many thanks!

[@alf637]

Great work made in Spain. Good people.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@bikerboy4944]

Amazing restoration. The dry ice cleaning in particular is unbelievable. Impeccable attention to detail.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@antoton1252]

Impresionante trabajo… gracias por el vídeo!!!

[@alcalatechnology]

Gracias por tu apoyo!

[@kevingeorge4091]

Good Lord! What a car. Beautiful restored

[@kevgits]

You guys are the ultimate car restorers. You really know your stuff and you do it right. How much does such a restoration cost and how long does it take?

[@simonelliott5956]

A World class restoration of a beautiful Mercedes Benz.

[@gregdesena4207]

Truly fantastic. The entire restoration blew me away, but the way you were able to recreate the classic Mercedes upholstery was truly amazing. You have a got a new subscriber and I will be looking forward to more. Cheers!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@Rom3_29]

This brought back lot of memories. I used to work at Mercedes dealership body repair shop. One of my jobs was to take vehicles a part and assemble them. These old Benzes are very easy to work. My dad worked all his life fixing Mercedes alone. Excellent episode.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thanks for watching us! And for your comment!

[@robertcambareri1028]

Wonderful video of this restoration. That 450 SEL was (is) such a high quality car. I find it quite sad that even Daimler Benz has chosen to back away from producing the best automobiles possible. Great to see the Alcala team performing such impressive work on this icon of Mercedes engineering. Regards from Los Angeles.

[@joegilbert9731]

I’m telling you, fantastic job. I had a 75 (I think) 250c back in the mid 80’s when I was in Germany. I loved that car even though it was a little tough. To see you bring this back is just awesome. Great job!

[@alcalatechnology]

Many thanks for watching and following us!

[@RM-ok8op]

What can one say? I was blown away by this Magnificent transformation! Awesome workmanship, your guys are truly an amazing asset to this craft!!! If only there were more of you restoring all the wonderful cars that are rusting away. I’m looking forward to the next one. Thank You

[@shelbygtsoo]

Wow wow wowwwwww Pure amazing work and hats off to you guys This car received new lease of life because of your hard work so you should be very proud of yourself selves

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@JohnOBrien-v5z]

Fantastic work guys , and I love the way you take care of people's property too . 👍👍

[@Adltbi]

I appreciated that in this video, the star was the car! Well done guys!

[@ericvillari8100]

Magnificent job. Magnificent model of Mercedes-Benz. Your mechanics and technicians should work for NASA! I think that's the most impressive restoration/renewal I have ever seen. Thanks...

[@godfreyberry1599]

This car is well worth the effort to do well.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@westhavenor9513]

The new interior color is a huge improve over the original--nice choice! You guys did a great job on this restoration.

[@jutiarsalman2597]

Despite all the immaculate work what brought joy to my heart was the fact you replaced the new wheels to the original ones. When I am 65 I will come to your garage so you can make me 19 again! Congratulations on a superb job :)

[@alcalatechnology]

Hahaha! You're a legend! Thanks for watching us!

[@hennievangalen3789]

Who needs Stuttgart? Spain has the Passion! Compliments.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@awu92]

Absolutely professional 👍You give a new life to an classic mercedes-benz. Really looking forward to start the engine!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for watching us!

[@Retales2022]

Gran trabajo, gusta ver que haya profesionales tan buenos por nuestra zona de Girona 🙌

[@jcabrero76]

¡Hola! Tengo exactamente el mismo coche en Málaga. Algún día os llamaré, ¡vaya trabajado!

[@marioneziri2030]

Even Mercedes is proud of what u did with this car well done mate.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@julianlorenzomartinez391]

Impresionante trabajo e impresionante vídeo. Enhorabuena.

[@assamazzam4245]

Honestly the best restoration video of a classic car ever. You guys nailed it. Fantastic!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@davidsherrick898]

Please come restore my Alfa Romeo! I love the 450s series of that Era ! Can't wait for the Alfa! Beautiful work, amazing!

[@8gFs8]

Jamás había visto una restauración de este tipo. Verdaderamente lo mejor que he visto. Volvió a salir de la agencia con 0 kms ese auto. Precioso y fantástico 😍😍😍😍 Qué envidia ser el dueño de ese auto.

[@alcalatechnology]

Muchas gracias 😊

[@kevinbriggs1914]

Yous guys are just amazing. I thoroughly enjoy watching what you do to those cars. Complete perfectionists, well done!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@AdrianoFCO]

Some cars are made of art and they deserve true artists to keep shining!!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you Adrian!

[@soulsirius]

You guys are true artists. What you did is simply amazing ❤

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏

[@varuofor]

EXCELLENT WORKMANSHIP ON ONE OF M/BENZ'S FINEST CARS. WELL DONE😎‼‼‼

[@nordicgod32]

A dry ice blaster is frankly genius. This car looks gorgeous. Presumably you re-ran all the lines and put in a new wiring harness too?

[@alcalatechnology]

Yes! All new! Thanks for follow!

[@HH-jq2gx]

So impressive to see such a group of competent humans working seamlessly together 😊

[@johndelgreco5702]

An incredible and stunning restoration of such a great car. And this video is so great to watch - you guys are wonderful! I had one when I was in my late 20's a dark walnut brown 1980 450SEL. Seeing this restoration reminds me of how the 450SEL was and is such a truly remarkable car!!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏

[@arnoldssematiko5092]

With all these amazing restorations you do put aside, thank God that you get to enjoy them all with your father (supposing he is) because I can tell you that it is the most amazing thing happening in your life as many people don't get to experience such a great definition of living a wonderful life as a whole.

[@alcalatechnology]

Yes he is my father and work next to him and record what we do together is the best I can do, enjoying all both together. Thanks for following us!

[@jeewanthaelvitigala9676]

super 👍👍🇱🇰🇱🇰

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏🏻

[@ronalddean3630]

😵‍💫And I mean this in a good way. 😃 That was an amazing experience, and I almost don't know where to begin. I was mesmerized by the entire video. There was something unique about this era of Mercedes Benz in the 70s and 80s when they were built to a standard, not to a cost, or these days almost trying to win the "best new gadget award" that will fail or break in 2 years." LED lighting belongs in offices not wrapped around a vehicle! This car has a soul and you have given it a new life. Mercedes has been in and around early in my life. I currently drive a 1985 123. When think of what some of the current vehicles cost it makes me laugh because they will NEVER, EVER be what the M116 is, nor will it endure the test of time, especially with climate change. I just watched a video on Thursday showing the production of the 116 from the original factory. This restoration looks to be even better than the original. I was taken away with the engine restoration. I also like the color choices on the exterior, and the leather inside, the brown is much better. Outside of that, I enjoyed watching the team in action, and the tools that are used (tools I didn't know existed), such as the dry ice blaster. I assume this causes less risk of damaging a component? The facility is clean, and everyone looks happy. Finally, kudos to the video and sound team, the music was perfect. Can't wait to share this with a few other classic car enthusiasts. If I play my cards right, you may hear from me one day. Keep up the good work and thanks!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words! Yes dry ice machine is CO2 cleaning to avoid cables to be damaged and all elements! We take care of every detail! Best regards!

[@ronalddean3630]

@@alcalatechnology one more question I forgot to ask. At 22:36 in the movie, the wheels are being reattached. The wrench end on the tool looks like something other than metal. I presume this is to prevent chipping and scratching to the lug nuts and the surrounding area correct? Unfortunately, my 123 wheels have been abused by shops/tire shops. I wonder if this is a universal part that I could find and insist on shops using when I acquire my next Mercedes. Thanks!

[@alcalatechnology]

@ronalddean3630 hey Ronald! Yes this is PVC protection to the rim, you can find them for sure!

[@ronalddean3630]

@@alcalatechnology Hi, I just shared your video with a fellow enthusiast (Porsche) and he liked it! I picked up my 380SL last week and at some point, I think I may want to have the engine bay and underside cleaned, but I can't come to Spain. The technology is the same correct? I should be able to find someone closer to me (East Coast in the States). Thanks

[@alcalatechnology]

Yes, just need to check for dry ice energy partners in US, there are some! Good luck 🤞🏻

[@kalverstukas1414]

You're doing amazing job. It would be cool to see extra acoustic/noise treatment to your projects (cabin, roof, doors, floor..) and sound (multimedia) system upgrades 👍

[@olivierduhan4751]

Magnifique, dommage que ce soit une conduite à droite mais à part cela, SIMPLEMENT MAGNIFIQUE.

[@alcalatechnology]

Mérci BCP!

[@alexandredionisio9280]

This car has a major factory defect, the steering wheel is on the wrong side.

[@alcalatechnology]

😂😂😂💥

[@HH-jq2gx]

Not for Ireland 😊

[@HH-gv2jk]

١ كان يعجبني ان اضع ١٠٠٠ لايك ٢ هذا ما اسميه الولاده من جديد ٣ الرولزرايس التي بجانبها لم يلتفت لها احد من جراء جدارة التجديد ...... انتم رائعين .... ونتمنى لكم الإبداع الدائم .

[@holger_grimm]

Germany is currently being politically destroyed. You have revived a piece of German engineering that will no longer exist. This beautiful Mercedes will serve its owner well for many years to come. Thank you for the excellent professional work. Warm greetings from Germany.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you very much for watching us and enjoy or work as much as we do! 🫡

[@immobilien]

That was a fantastic restoration. I still have a 1991 Mercedes 300 SE that was my daily driver back in the '90's. I let it sit for 17 years but recently got it running good again. It looks really good, but after watching this.....I want to restore it perfectly...lol. Great job guys!

[@1970sthrowback]

This is incredible ! Never really been a Mercedes fan but this car i can appreciate, I'd own this in a heartbeat. The workmanship is unlike anything I've seen before, truly stunning. The colour exterior/interior combination is perfect. Would have loved to have seen a small video of the owner receiving it and his reaction. I think I'd cry if it was me lol. Well done on a fantastic restoration.

[@davidyip6114]

You have accomplished the near impossible. I don't think even the Merz factory could do this. Keep the dreams alive! Bravo!

[@alexisg311]

Es un trabajo estupendo, maravilloso. Mis felicitaciones.

[@alcalatechnology]

Muchas gracias por sus palabras 🙏🏻

[@alexisg311]

@@alcalatechnology Tengo un coche igual... pero de juguete. Un Mercedes Rico de 1977. Lo puedes ver en KZbin.

[@shane6115]

Great video, brilliant work, I especially loved the interior getting done top work. Only one mistake guys, you should have videoed the first start up after the engine rebuild. Anyway hello from Ireland 🇮🇪 ☘️🇪🇸❤

[@mohamedabdien5221]

Great jop were is youer Adrese and location please

[@Japan4ever777]

I can only clap 👏👏👏 If all garages could do so much attention to details in restorations......

[@TheNorthernmunky]

Absolutely insanely good!!! Love your work!

[@megacyberplus2855]

As a classic car enthusiast, this restoration project was super satisfying!!

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you! 🙏🏻Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!

[@khaledkhatib5116]

Nice work. How much did this restoration? To this car please

[@alcalatechnology]

Every project has a different cost, as the car status can vary, and the amount of parts to be changed also, if you want to have a budget for any project, send us an email with the details of the car and some pictures and we will be glad to do it. "[e-mail]". Thanks for watching us!

[@TheMidasMD]

Good Lord! What a beauty! Money is good, I tell you. That is what I call living.

[@alcalatechnology]

Thank you for your words, and thanks for your follow, we have a lot of stuff to show every Wednesday! Hope you enjoy as much as we do!