2019 AUDI Q5 SOUNDED TOO GOOD TO BE TRUE AND IT WAS!!!

[@sruk]

Sr10 for Reclimet discount 👍 happy Easter

[@reclametltd]

Glad we were able to help. Thank you for the kind words.

[@wombatsyoutube]

This is exactly why we subscribe lads. No dressing things up for KZbin, just honest including the lows along with the highs.

[@acorndogs904]

5 years of solid SR UK Congrats fellas

[@djm9936]

You could see oil on the floor when you went to get the car.

[@rodplumb9805]

Really Rob! Come on you were fully aware and bought it for nixies, nobody can be that silly can they, particularly one who’s been around in the business as long as your good self!

[@sruk]

Got it for nixies what planet are you on this car was a lot of money many thousands of pounds so why make a silly comment like that if I had known I would have offered less clearly

[@AnilKumar-yn6ns]

Hi rob will be a nice car when done keep the original autobox with car as its coded to the car​@@sruk

[@JamzyB-]

There’s no way that seller didn’t know the engine was seized and a big hole in the sump! Why can’t people be honest! Shame you didn’t see the hole before committing to buying it or test the engine. Oh well. Good luck with the repairs.

[@wanderer7755]

Yep typical bull$hitters

[@PeterLea-t4w]

I love the way you both take bad news on the chin, and crack on and fix it. Myself and im sure many others would throw the toys out of the pram😂 Fair play, good luck.

[@ih8hertz1]

Depends.. if its crashed at night then been recovered and dropped off then they probably didn't know... the car was fucked anyway so it's not like they were going to go round and carry out an inspection

[@misterthegeoff9767]

Moment I saw the state of the radiator I figured something had gouged up the underside. Of course easy to diagnose from the sofa when you have the video title as your guide.

[@paulriggers1558]

he must of cleaned the massive oil-slick off his driveway before you got there... [oil leaks out of damaged engines for months] good job you are a lucky boy... keep up the excellent work chaps

[@sruk]

In a recovery yard

[@terryleaman3038]

Shameful people there’s no way they didn’t know that, love the way Rob is still so upbeat about the whole situation . You guys are true troopers!

[@michaelhynds8035]

Unbelievably good fortune with that engine so quickly. Tremendous. Well done gentlemen.

[@clementwoods7177]

I don’t have much of a technical knowledge of the excellent work you lads do, but the customer experience between Reclamet and Copart is night and day and they deserve all praise and exposure you give them.

[@bitzclipsmatt214]

Your positive attitudes just always blows my mind. 😀😀😀

[@anthonyg4671]

He’s wife was driving,a likely story lol🙄😂

[@brettcast4249]

I would understand if it was from salvage auction, ups and downs, rough with the smooth. But from a private seller… there no way they didn’t know about that engine being toast

[@sruk]

How would they know they’re not mechanics? It’s been in a recovery yard for over a month. If they’d have known they would have told me

[@daveyrayner]

I'm surprised the owner didn't realise the engine was seized, but got to give the benefit of the doubt, and very good luck sourcing a replacement. Reclamet saves the day

[@philipadams4043]

What a stroke of luck getting that complete engine, the old saying boys you only get what you deserve. You treat people how you want to be treated. Brilliant vid lads looking forward forward to the next one.

[@itsmephil2255]

Can we all take a moment to appreciate Robs (really) white trainers and how they stay so clean 😂😂 Another good video under your belt chaps

[@adamap2796]

The previous keeper knew full well that motor was seized. With a hole in the sump that big it would have dumped it’s oil in a matter of seconds and probably whilst travelling at some speed. 😔

[@sruk]

It was sat in a recovery yard for a month and no he didn’t know

[@adamap2796]

@@sruk oh really Rob, then I stand corrected.

[@Stevencanfix]

In future when you go to purchase salvage take a socket set check if it turns over before buying

[@Rodders20004]

So lucky they had another car in stock with the same engine, looking forward to seeing this car come together 😊

[@Kevin-cs4eg]

What a coincidence eh 👍

[@markfoden765]

So i think the large oil puddle underneath the car at the house told it all really and they must have known about the engine but just my opinion,hope you got this one cheap as looks alot of work,Rob made ne laugh as they was both looking underneath he was pointing out even more damage to try and lighten the mood🤔🙈🤣🤣hope youve had a god weekend guys👍

[@andy44646]

Just saw you at the stag meet today, was going to say high but you was with your friends so thought I’d not disturb your morning

[@sruk]

Always say hello 🙋‍♂️

[@suffolkseries3319]

Can't wait to see this one. That's the gamble you take but great result. I made sure I watched all the ads, as I thought you may need the extra pennies. But reclamet came to the rescue!

[@Mr4x4pete]

I see oil on the drive straight away thought you was going to get on your knees and have a look rob Ohh well good luck and onwards and upwards 👍🏻

[@johnchincotta1qwdb15]

I am glad you found that replacement engine so soon amongst other components.At the start of the video and midway,I thought you were going to sell it as a donor car inorder to get your money back.Looking foward to see the next video on this project.

[@stuartholmes9296]

Thought I could see oil staining under the car at the beginning of the video

[@alancobbin]

Reclamet to the rescue indeed,they certainly saved this build ,cheers guys ,looking forward to this one 👍💪😉

[@davidstevens1547]

Reclamet to the rescue again. You were meant to get that car and repair it. Yes you have had to buy the engine and gearbox. I think I would leave the two together in case the other gearbox was damaged in some way. Await the updates on this. Good Luck Rob and Chris. By the way why have you not brought a bigger recovery truck as more and more of what you buy are a lot heavier than the current transporter can deal with?

[@trevorjarvis3021]

Wow, Reclamet certainly saved the day with this one!! I cannot wait for the next few videos on this vehicle - as always it should be some excellent content. Well done Rod and Chris! 😊

[@TringmotionCoUk]

Having dealt with the public for decades and read some comments, don't forget Hanlon's razor "Never attribute to malice that which is adequately explained by stupidity"

[@marinastuable]

They stitched you up like a kipper lads

[@ablestringer9063]

The car was registered in March 2019 according to your check, but it had the crash in November 2022 with no MOT recorded, which is probably explainable but to me it looks like the car had no MOT at the time of the accident.

[@RiejuRS1cf46]

Fair play for taking on that kind of damage!

[@scottsmith5226]

Not sure if anyone has said yet but keep your gearbox lads. It will be coded to the car and have component protection. You could swap mechatronic unit over but if your box is fine then keep that.

[@tompirozek4490]

Original gearbox will almost certainly be coded to the car

[@Andrew-tb9vr]

Rob buys far more winners than losers to keep Chris busy. Unlucky this time. What a nice partnership on mutual respect.

[@bidders77]

What a touch getting the engine and bits from reclamet 😁😎🤩

[@richs7107]

Just over 1 minute into the video Rob is filming the front end.. I think a pool of oil can be seen on the drive.

[@UberAlphaSirus]

What a touch from reclaimat. That's a big lump of an engine. Think you saved a fortune in just gaskets and auxillary stuff. Keeping the box and engine together sounds like a better plan.

[@tomtodhunter1776]

Finding a donor vehicle exactly the same, including the colour, plus with less miles. What are the chances? Absolutely brilliant. Top work. 👍

[@fivedotsdave9723]

I ran into the problem with an A5 1.8 TFSi Black Edition from that place beginning with C, it had a plastic sump which had been cracked and then ran until it seized solid. I did rebuild the engine and fitted a steel sump and my Daughter is still driving it and loves it.

[@kevinisaac9139]

One minute down the next up that was so lucky finding that other q5 looking forward to seeing the next video 👍

[@andrewcurrey3409]

Fantastic recovery, you guys are the best and I'm sure everyone loves watching you guys. Looking forward to the next one 😀

[@anthonyenglish9298]

Blimey guys, didn't think for a minute you were gonna pull back on this one, top effort - it's definitely going to make for a great come back video!!! 👏

[@kenrossaukrsa]

I saw oil on the floor underneath when you collected it. (Chris “ yeah that bumper is fff..toast haha😅)

[@subrogation747]

Yes, at 1:04 you can see oil on the sellers drive. I wonder how long the engine was running after the oil started leaking out of the hole in the sump. The people in the car must have known the engine had blown

[@kenrossaukrsa]

@@subrogation747 they must of tried to drive it home. Priced low because he knew the engine is toast . It’s on sellers conscience for the rest of their lives .

[@matthewjenkins1161]

Seems to have all worked out well despite that major setback so far. Also don't forget transmission fluid was likely drained during the de-pollution. Check levels before initial fire up.

[@davemellor4697]

I know its horrible for you when you get one like this but its really interesting for us when you repair it though Rob!

[@johndavey72]

Talk about coming up smelling roses !!!! Brillant end to a disastrous start ! ......love it ! Well done Guys 💕

[@Bishbashbosh67]

How lucky you guys are, could have been alot worse, Chris is a legend at body work, look forward to the rear quarter repair

[@sprograt]

That is so unlucky it catching the sump and punching a hole in the sump, but I'm sure you and Chris will have it up and running in no time.

[@georgedaville4662]

Rollercoaster episode, supply chain comes through! Great stuff to watch coming up. 👍🇬🇧😎

[@cosworthization]

WOW. You two are so clever and being brilliant at recycling car's which is great. I love watching your videos. So fantastic. Hope you both had a lovely Easter. Take care.

[@nushooz6731]

Guy's great attitude love it you stayed positive and they can't all be winners but I hope you don't have to many more problems because there is still a lot of man hours in that car.

[@timmilner7587]

Can't wait for chris to work on the back panel On that car. And perhaps you can ask Chris to put a new battery in the clock. Still says it's the same time.

[@andyspencer1010]

Reclamet saves the day going to be stunning when complete 👌👌👌

[@slottaway]

Be interesting to take out glow plugs and drop some diesel, or trans` fluid down the bores and let it soak for few days and then try to turn it. If its been standing dry for ages ya never know.....like you said " It was running before it crashed". You`ve got your safety net with the replacement engine so worth a try as it could potentially save a few pennies..... and a lot of time. Either way, just like a phoenix from the flames it`ll no doubt be up and running by the weekend 😉😂😂

[@keithweybury5212]

Good luck witrh the Audi Q5 guys. Very lucky you found that engine and gear box with similar mileage.

[@davefrench3608]

What a wreck, shame about the engine but what a result. I think this one will come out ok

[@ringo196]

At the beginning of this was that an oil puddle on the drive?

[@anthonybrowne4022]

Hi Rob And Chris great video what a lovely car but like you said you can not win them all it’s great to see you got the engine with all the bits someone was looking down on you Rob Looking forward to seeing all the episodes 👏🏻👏🏻🫶🏻

[@zaspex]

Love the way you guys never swore and took engine situation on the chin! Looking forward to seeing how you progress with this one. Good luck!

[@terryramsey1470]

Great video 📹 as usual fellas I am glad to see 👀 that you got the main parts for this one that's the best thing about you and Chris you are not afraid of taking a gamble and the hard graft that comes along with the motor's you buy. Take care and stay lucky and healthy 👍 looking forward to Wednesday's video 📹 already 😊 ❤

[@BrianWalker-w7o]

Well done Reclamet!!! Saved the day again. You were dead lucky there guys. Look forward to the video trail.

[@David-xc4us]

Glad u got it at a good price, as I’m fairly sure they would have know that engine was toast as oil would have been everywhere at the crash and they had it for a year to suss it out

[@allangillibrand2521]

You boys always see the best in people and your end up pulling out the bag good luck with this project 👏

[@Raf-zu5le]

Gosh you were lucky! What's the chances, Reclamet certainly did you proud today. Great video, looking forward to the next one 👍

[@teatimetel174]

to be honest when i seen the audi and the damage i think i would of been under it to check it before purchasing but nothing phases you guys and being unrecorded its worth doing and great content for the channel.

[@silverback7170]

Nice one guys, thank god for Reclamet!, now you can put that jig-saw back together! 😉

[@djhvideo]

They knew the car had been running without oil I reckon.

[@TraceyJacobs-b5r]

sat in a puddle of oil on the drive with 2 patches of absorbent beads

[@boydovens4180]

Yes even when it rains , The sun will come out for you guys.

[@philnotley5138]

It’s possible that hit something in the road holed the sump oil comes out a mile or 2 later it seized up causing the spin out

[@richarddinning6901]

Yes definitely 👍

[@keithgreen9009]

Nice car from a honest seller

[@danielwelch5479]

Top quality company, really sorted you guys out there, it's nice to see that there is still some decent firms out there, looking forward to the next video on it and reckon it's gonna be a cracking little motor

[@wolfie854]

Good luck guys, hope it goes well from now on.

[@shopsmile9336]

What a result, cant wait to see this finished, well done lads 👏

[@Paulscnccreations]

I thought the huge puddle of oil on the drive at the owners house may have given you a sign. I noticed it straight away. You can still make a profit hopefully.,

[@ScottPC]

They won’t miss it next time!

[@braddersj3511]

Honestly, any one of us could've made that mistake/had a bad day

[@stevenjones19-m8i]

Hello Rob and Chris, another project to work on .its had a tough bump but it can be done.how lucky that reclomet had a spare engine.it will be worth it in the end to having it running.

[@GrahamBartlett-kx5vl]

What about the boat lads? ideal time to get it ready for the season ahead

[@tonya9955]

Sad that someone sold you guys that like that. They knew the engine was seized. What comes around goes around for them.

[@sruk]

They didn’t bud and it was a bargain

[@musicmancjp]

Another top video Rob and Chris. You could do with a check list next time you look at a private sale Rob does engine run should be on that list at no1.

[@muffindell]

I ran before it crashed!

[@musicmancjp]

Maybe so but it don't run now. Both you and I know the owner nww the engine was toast. That would have made that car a lot less value. Only fit to break for parts.

[@1978JonBullock]

What a right score finding a decent engine so quick. Looking forward to seeing you squeeze that lump in.

[@robevans8625]

The owner of that did you up like a kipper.

[@sruk]

Don’t be daft like I say time and time again they are all a risk and we will be ok with this

[@thomasfrancis5747]

Appreciate your positivity as ever - that's the way to get it fixed. Wondered if Reclamet had any non-Copart salvage vehicles you could economically buy/fix?

[@d.dolphinstriker5737]

That will keep you busy for some days guys. This will be a nice build 🤗

[@stevenwilliams-mp5wo]

Didnt you see the pool of oil under the car on its drive noticed it straight away

[@ambulancekidd]

Not quite what you expected, but you guys have turned it round with style. Brilliant.

[@alextripp1230]

Hi Rob and Chris, wow, that couldn't have worked out any better. Gonna enjoy following this rebuild. Alex.

[@kevinthacker8349]

Glad you’re going ahead with the repair and engine replacement. Looking forward to the videos

[@andypandy3352]

Happened to me ,, gutted I was , ,thanks for sharing your mishaps,, all part of the journey

[@chrisstratford3043]

Hi chris and rob like myself and all the other watchers we are sure you can turn this around but alot of hard work involved on this one lads but as you say it is what it is so onwards and upwards .... hope you dont find too many other gremlins in the works wish you all the luck on this audi right behind you waiting on the next video!

[@grahamhardy1358]

I think you can see the oil on the ground at 1,06

[@robertgillingwater]

Another great video. And despite the unexpected damage a great car to save

[@Albahills]

Hey Rob, nip back to Turkey and get yer eyes done next 😂. 🤓. 👍

[@cornishrider]

If anyone can fix it you boys can! Looking forward to this series.

[@robbo7189]

Rob if that car had been sitting on concrete youd have spotted that sump ,if you look back at footage you can see all oil soaked into dirt underneath .

[@garysimpson3900]

You lads dodged a bullet there. Just shows the "risks" in buying salvaged cars but I wonder whether the previous keeper gave you the full story.

[@steveegginton535]

Got your work cut out with this one guys - quite a few videos to get it all sorted I should think! but plenty of great content for us👍

[@AlanAbbruzzese]

Well done boys from a negative to a positive decision any thing can be done total commitment thumbs up good Luck

[@What..a..shambles]

You could have done with out that lads ,hope yous get out of it alright and had a good Easter 👍🏻

[@niall5181]

Rob you can tell the weather is better down south as the white trainers are out😂😂 …Great vlog as usual guys 👍