Starting Citroen Xsara After 8 Years + Test Drive

[@lewishajdilastupidstuff3746]

This guy could start anything no matter how long it's sat with minimal tools one of my favourite channels on KZbin :)

[@insertnamehere5146]

I had one of these back in the 2000s when I was totally skint and with 2 young kids to feed and get around. I bought it solely on its price BUT when i was in a tough spot that car never let me down and was reliable. Seeing this car now makes me think of those miserable times but without the car i would have been in big trouble. its a good car which changed my view of Citroen.

[@TheyCallMeEmma10]

i had a 1999 Citroën Saxo and it was perfect and helped me,now i own a 2009 C3 and I think Citroën is a really great company!

[@angelospinelli9455]

I've owned 2 of these. Engine 1.6 liter 8v with ABS and A/C. Really a very solid and reliable car, very cheap maintenance. I've sold the first one at 340.000 Km still running smooth, the other one currently has 145.000 km and it's almost perfect (first one was Nov/1999, the second one Jan/1999). I would definetely recommend this car!

[@johnts2252]

I believe nobody can forget how noticeable this car became from WRC.

[@angelospinelli9455]

@@johnts2252 Totally agree with you!!!

[@julosx]

Xsaras had a massive boot wich mase rhis car very useful and multi purpose. One of them, a 2 liter version, was the first European hybrid car ! Too bad it was never released.

[@angelospinelli9455]

Wow didn't know about this!!!

[@split_pin]

Another 90s car that has mostly disappeared from the UK so its cool to see one again. The engine sounds in great condition. Great work as always.

[@tijn2663]

What you mean the engine sounds like it’s on its last legs

[@HUANERGP]

@@tijn2663 The engine sounds perfect bro

[@andries514]

These TU engine's are bulletproof. This one sounds just fine. Its more the auxiliary's like power steering pump and alternator that sound crap.

[@tijn2663]

@@andries514 the headgasket in these things arent bulletproof

[@andries514]

@@tijn2663 that's true. But just throw one in in like 2 to 3 hours of work and you good to go. Better use a multi layer steel version.

[@jamiewood4280]

Your Isuzu is in really nice condition. Its rare to see them so clean in the UK

[@sburial]

he is in estonia

[@jamiewood4280]

@sburial I know. You don't see them in that condition in the UK. Over here they are full of dents and are very rusty.

[@PabloPerez-ed9gp]

🤯🤯🤯🤪

[@solliderfull]

​@@jamiewood4280 Your moisture climate is very car-unfriendly. Seen many vehicles imported from UK, they've got rust almost everywhere, even very unordinary parts of the chassis are affected.

[@xbleem]

I had the xsara 1.9d station (dw8b). How nostalgic to see an xsara again. Greetings from Chile

[@jozocostol8563]

This man is a legend

[@Dacarwhizz]

*men

[@williamlim5234]

@@Dacarwhizz he's not wrong

[@davidnordling3243]

Hes scrap the car after that

[@axelvauthier6823]

Elle etai abandonné

[@enzoroy45]

@@axelvauthier6823 oui

[@marz_mitzi]

the respect you're giving this car i just cant--- this is one of my favorite 90s cars and just ahh. sadly didn't get these iceland so i can't save one myself proud of you for rescuing it and nice to see an early pre-facelift being saved!

[@PSPMHaestros]

Here in Spain these cars are everywhere and are cheap, beaten up and considered rather ugly and non-desirable from an enthusiast perspective, but it's always cool to see people from other places apreciate them

[@SrWolf90]

@@PSPMHaestros I have a Phase 2 Xsara but with the 90hp 2.0 HDI engine, and I love it, and the car is tireless! It is 20 years old, I started working almost 4 months ago, I have already put 7,000km on it (it has 240,000km), and every day, it starts at the first try, even in temperatures of 47 degrees under the sun, the air conditioning has not been repaired for more than 14 years old and in less than 30 seconds it was already blowing a lot of cold air, unlike my father's 2007 Mitsubishi Outlander that always sleeps in the garage, it has failed 4 times in less than 1 year.

[@Alexeskape]

I have xsara 2.0 hdi coupe 3 doors 22years old with nearly 300000km still run with the original clutch the best car I ever had

[@zsoltpapp3363]

This car cant be saved...:) The main structure is rusted into powder. You can buy decent ones for 1000 euros, and it would take much much more (if even possible) to make this particular one MOT ready. In mainland Europe many of these is still running daily - most of them post facelift though. Im not a big fan of Citroen but the Xsara was a pretty reliable and good looking car IMO. However (maybe fortunately) it doesnt feels and drives like a french car, it feels more german than any other Citroens..xDD

[@СветланаСмирнова-с7ы]

Дад рав

[@PetrolHeadBrasil]

I LOVE the Xsara! We had one in the family, but was a 1.8 16v engine, A/T! Such a cool car!

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

We had one to, a 1.6 vvti 16v also, manual trans, it was fasttt

[@PetrolHeadBrasil]

@@antiochiaadtaurum3786 =D

[@antiochiaadtaurum3786]

your 1.8 must have had a bit of go in it too :D

[@PetrolHeadBrasil]

@@antiochiaadtaurum3786 was a great car!

[@joonasvoutilainen7363]

How about Xsara Picasso 🤔😳

[@ДимаДобрый-ь7с]

замечательный контент успокаевает. и радостно когда моторчик жужит спустя много лет в умелых руках

[@b.gggg.9318]

Норм и ключ нашли машину нечайно нашли у них много такого в лесу находят нечайно машины и ключ подходит провода целые

[@lolga_na_gazu]

@@b.gggg.9318 Может все согласованно с владельцем, не подумал?

[@b.gggg.9318]

@@lolga_na_gazu сколько у них таких видео о найденный в лесу машинах с целой проводкой ключами :))???

[@daniboyrulez]

Я рад что вы даете эти машины вторую жизнь, отличный контент!

[@warrandream9735]

It's funny to see people calling the Xsara an exotic car in the comments, in France most of the people think this car is trash but i personnaly think it's not the best car but it's a great one. Great job fixing it 👍

[@nelizmastr]

Aside from snapping their back axles, the Xsaras were decent cars in their day. Still very capable daily drivers today, not terribly complicated.

[@Beasley-ro5ob]

٢ذ

[@massimo6770]

This car might have had a second chance if it weren't for the rust that devoured it. Nice video as always, thanks Flexiny.

[@Busje1993]

The good old and strong 1.4 engines, my ZX had one. 600k km's with no problems

[@Sparkpluggy]

Man, I miss 90-00's Citroën. Their cars were slightly weird but solidly made and reliable. Now they're just like any other cheap car.

[@ranpatoamami7048]

Back then and earlier Citroëns were cool. Nowadays, they're basically Peugeots with extra steps

[@manutd4ever_0019]

Yeah, i used to love them​@@ranpatoamami7048

[@PanProksik]

Great Citroen. I wish I had one of these. I like its color and the condition it has been kept in. Remember, next time open the radiator cap slowly and not so immediately. Good thing you didn't get burned.

[@mladenilic2769]

Cold engine...

[@itswais77]

The condition? Needs a lot of body work

[@pumadeh4199]

Chłop się msc nagrał za dużo xD

[@PanProksik]

@@pumadeh4199 A ty co tu robisz?

[@pumadeh4199]

@@PanProksik No co? Też się cieszę dobrej jakości filmem z odpalania Xsary :D

[@Schlaubischlumpf66]

A real Hero this man! I love, that he brings this old and forgotten cats back to life! Thank you, Flexiny

[@leonpalmen7662]

Great Car! I had one 21 years. It was a 1.6 l Break. I had no problems at all. Super fine car to drive!!

[@karolinemaestu635]

U 6 7 53 4 7 rüü rw4tuy3. Nij6b7b

[@sigmawolf7104]

What about 2002 facelift 1.4 petrol /benzin engine?

[@forresten]

I am not a fan of the French, honestly. But I must admit, the Xsara, the Saxo, the Peugeot 106,205 and 306 are marvels of their time. Had it had its rust issues solved back then, it would still be a very decent looking, relevant little car today. But now.. it is only a shadow of its former self - not bent on dying, apparently.

[@P80P2T]

Those are durable PSA engines..

[@ProduktReview]

Got the 2.0 hdi in the Xsara. Bulletproof engine

[@jledge8715]

Not in my experience they're not 😆

[@noahm.4001]

@@ProduktReview i have that engine

[@JvHere222]

I agree, also my 2000's Peugeot 206 still hella bulletproof.

[@P80P2T]

@@jledge8715 if u did service it on time why the hell not?

[@thejecs8]

My mom had a 2.0 HDI, it was such a comfortable car, I kinda miss it, the major complain was the noisy engine, I currently have an mk1 Citroen C3, with a 1.4 HDI and I love it too, it's quite a quirky car :)

[@nighteagle7299]

That's cool. To be honest I had to choose my frist car between Xsara (facelift) and C3 mk1 (facelift). I ended up with the C3, 1.4i 73 hp cuz I prefered an Euro 4, but I gotta say, Xsara is so confortable🙃

[@jamespn]

Trooper Diesel, now that’s cool. I like Citroens too, maybe one day we can buy them in the states.

[@Steve1766]

in 2023

[@ДенисЮ-ы7ь]

В Эстонском лесу вместо грибов растут автомобили)

[@Steve1766]

😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@focus82grothm]

Seems like a nice A to B car apart from the rust on the rockers. Great resurrection and video as always Flexiny 😊👍

[@jaggass]

Xsara's were alright back in the day and there's not many left now.

[@emilianogabbriel1]

Coche abandonado qué pasa por sus manos es coche qué resucita💪🏻😂 excelente trabajo, su idoneidad vale más qué toda la mano de obra del mundo👏🏻

[@lafamillequiestresteatcher1247]

finally a French xsara an unforgettable car 🇫🇷🙏

[@saads7]

Love your work my brother, keep it up. Always look forward to a new notificaiton when you upload!

[@TheBusracer]

Nothing wrong with French electrics .. Great video as always 😊

[@michals547]

You will have to make the sills and probably the floors in this Citroen and this car is ready for further driving. These engines (XU, TU) are the best engines in the history of Citroen and Peugeot.

[@SrWolf90]

you forget about DW10TD, The toughest diesel engine ever created by PSA. The 2.0 HDi evolved from the XUD11.

[@michals547]

@@SrWolf90 Yes, I didn't know this engine. Thanks for the hint.

[@julosx]

@@SrWolf90 We don't care about diesels. XUs and TUs are for real men.

[@sweetmslily]

Fired right up. André would be proud. I’m so sad we can’t get quirky shit like Citroens here in Canada. I was clearly meant for Europe. You do amazing work with these cars.

[@Steve1766]

Peugeot and Citroen announced that they will come to USA and Canada in 2023

[@sweetmslily]

Which sucks because I'd buy a C3 diesel manual in "Rouge Elixir" in a heartbeat. I don't need a Fiat. I had a 500 a few years back and it went 100k kms before it blew first and third gear.

[@UnusSedLeo-w5l]

Power, fresh petrol, new pump, air in tires and go. Lol, what a great vid this is!

[@Lifeless11111]

When i saw the thumbnail i just had to click , i have the same car , except mine is diesel. Still runs and in my opinion has a very beautiful chasis what a car!

[@grizzlyrider6original70]

well done with the car can wait for you to improve even More!

[@sel2_mer]

I have the same car in 1.4i 3 door version it has only 25k kilometers it's my first car and it is great for a beginner driver. it's cheap and very comfortable . Nice vidéo 🥖🇨🇵

[@taunus1990]

25k kilometers? Flush engine before it breaks!

[@sel2_mer]

@@taunus1990 I bought it from an old man he traveled about 500 kilometers a year, I did 10k kilometers with it I only have an electrical problem with the ventilation the part cost me about 15 euros. The engine works perfectly

[@sigmawolf7104]

Was it petrol /benzin or diesel engine and which year?

[@sel2_mer]

@@sigmawolf7104 its a benzin engine from the years 2000, its only an eight valve engine

[@sigmawolf7104]

@@sel2_mer my friend i have opportunity to get an xara facelift 1.4 benzin /petrol 2002 and looking quite good with a lot of gear What you think should i get it, honestly?

[@DJ-hh6uq]

I always look forward to your videos. They are great!

[@SummerRoseRacing]

That is definitely an interesting car, and this is the first time that I have ever seen one. :) All cleaned and patched up, I bet this car would look beautiful! :)

[@thewindows95guy]

Cutting those rockers off and welding on some new ones would honestly make that car look about new. That motor barely has any kilometers on it. It wouldn't take much to get that car perfect.

[@TotoGeenen]

What a nice environment in this video. Wish my country was this beautiful

[@kolerzka500]

What a maschine! Wonder Car! Still runs like a champ. They don't do them like this anymore ;( I can't believe some fools basically threw away such astonishing ride. Owners should be ashamed !

[@charleslorthioir8592]

Superbe voiture dommage quelle soit autant rouillé sous les bas de caisse, sa va elle à bien démarré après 8ans de repos, superbe vidéo comme toujours je te remercie allez à la prochaine fois salut flexiny 🚗🚗🚗 ✌

[@julienbee3467]

On en voit encore beaucoup à Paris

[@averagedev7768]

In poorer regions of eastern europe this car is very common. That engine is quite reliable

[@matthewdove3520]

Another great video, and another abandoned car up and running 👍

[@giorgiodrina316]

Un Citroen de Nueva generación parado 1 año lo tiraras directamente a la basura 😂😂😂😂, los antiguos era grandes coches , me gusta mucho tus videos 💪💪👋👋

[@worldchamp216]

Old citroen engine was verry good, i had the same in 1.9d at 400000km incredible resistance

[@badiesoltani7366]

افضل ميكانيكي للسيارات تحياتي من الجزائر

[@el3ami9promax]

صحا 😂

[@DavorNikolic79]

This was my favourite childhood car because my dad has it and i was really impressed when i saw this video😏

[@crackgod1989]

This is what you get from winter in Estonia. Checked the licence plate and it was bought new in Estonia in 1998 and in 2011 is flag from MOT as "too much rust".

[@davidriley9194]

That red cable with built in fuse next to the battery sounds like somebody had a subwoofer in the boot!!😎😎

[@AEROXMAKEADA]

If you look closely, when he open the driver's door, you can see sound insulation inside the door.

[@milo1263]

My friend had one of those generation Xsara in literally 10 times worst shape as his first car. Drove it until it caught fire one day, good memories.

[@pawek9143]

I had 2003 xsara break with 2.0 HDI almost 10 years ago and it was good reliable car, affordable but unfortunately some electrical failures were everyday life. I am suprised with this rust. My car in 2014 had no rust at all.

[@marcuswoodgate4026]

Depends on where it’s stored. Every car will suffer differently regardless of manufacture.

[@pawek9143]

@@marcuswoodgate4026 man, you don't understand - xsara was abondoned 8 years ago, it had about 15 years - it was written, that because of rust - it's strange to me, becuase body of my car after 11 years was in perfect condition

[@marcuswoodgate4026]

@@pawek9143 I stand by my original comment. Every car with suffer differently. Depends on a lot of factors. Just because your car was immaculate doesn’t mean they all will be.

[@RadiusDevTeam-cv7ou]

Snappy car. Anything that Flexiny jumps on, it becomes shiny again.

[@arturneven364]

Good job, greeting from Poland!

[@garywinterbottom6073]

Once a common site in UK but the scappage scheme here in 2010 eliminated many 90s cars that were reliable and still solid.

[@fl570]

Very unfortunate; I'd love to still be able to see these kind of cars on a daily basis.

[@32Kimmich32]

I'm really interested to hear what's happening with all those cars that are getting started again and given a new life. Are they being sold to people who restore old vehicles or just stay in Flexiny's yard after the videos? 🙄

[@urboideiba4514]

Damn i like those Xsaras so much and its sad to see one so neglected

[@jovanraicevic6171]

Very nice video mate, nice to see something like this. And that legendary TU5 engine is one of the best engines from that era. Regards from Serbia.

[@gamernamedjacob]

I'm heavily biased because xsara was my first car, but I think it makes a great daily. The variety of engines offered was huge. I personally have 1.8 16v, 1.9td and 2.0 16v. The 1.9 td is for sale btw :)

[@simonelsey]

early 2.0hdi was the best engine had xsara estate 2.0hdi 90bhp year 2000 250,000 miles ..... but rotted in the end ....great car

[@tinsusanj2784]

2.0 Hdi 400000 kilometers started to rust and slowly dies, but glad i had it as first car

[@craigpalmer3528]

That vehicle sitting in the woods long time eight years air tires new battery stick shift take men power as a team seats good condition four cylinder favorite color blue happy Thanksgiving my friend

[@SerYil1]

seeing this car, so many memories, had exact same one, used everyday for straight 18 years. 230k km. Hearing that overheating alarm tone still stressing.

[@kawabangering]

Nice numberplate! As always - very interesting reanimation)

[@juhazz]

Whats up with the grinding noise at 18:10 onwards?

[@Flexiny]

Powersteering pump

[@epiccarguy892]

loved the isuzu it's epic 🔰🇯🇵

[@АндрейАладов-ш2д]

Не все работает, но замечательно! Я бы купил! Мне нравится!

[@Oleg.Gorebox]

У них не покупают,а находят автомобили на помойках и в лесу.

[@АндрейАладов-ш2д]

@@Oleg.Gorebox Да я понимаю, сам так делаю, но это давно, москвичи на Москвиче, открой канал, и может купишь отличный Москвич, я и другие модели делаю, и зарубежные. Сегодня, это очень прибыльно, бригаду взял, делаем конфетку, из «провозим как лом» ну всегда по разному! Автомобиль меньше чем за лимон, не продаю, отечественные по 500000- 1000000. Здесь не писать! Авито!

[@aydndursun9562]

Videolarınızı beğenerek izliyorum 👏👏👏👏👍👍

[@116tunes]

That Isuzu Trooper is one fine looking machine

[@axelvauthier6823]

Increvable les xsara 1.4i essence citroen ont fait des bonne voitures impeccable

[@jutyuubfiook]

Can you give my an advice please, I bought a same xsara 1.6 stopped for 4 years and when i turn the key i have just a click sound. The engine not rolling as yours. Can it be the immobiliser or generator problem?

[@Flexiny]

We had bad battery connections, cleaned them and then worked

[@jutyuubfiook]

@@Flexiny thank you I will try tommorow and measuring the voltage too. Really fast answer thank you!

[@jutyuubfiook]

I tried and the problem same. 12,4 V normal voltage and at starting 11,8 V and just a click sound. The headlamps slightly darker when I wanted to start the engine. Still battery problem or ignition problem? Thanks for answer!

[@jutyuubfiook]

I observed the motor starter, seems corroded but first time it rotates for 2 seconds. It rotated the belts like 5 cm and after just click sound while i want to start the engine. By the way the ECU gives some quiet clicks after starter clicks like 30 seconds. Now I tried to rotate the engine with torque wrench but it is not moving. The manual gear was in 0 position. The belts are tight so strong. Is there any idea after I tell symphtoms? @@Flexiny

[@cr_v]

I just wanted to write about this. You don't have many French cars on the channel. It would be nice to see old French cars like Peugeot 205/305/309 or Renault 19/21.Great video, but why was the ECU make a noise at high revs?

[@WCKD.]

As a Renault fan and owner I would very much like to see Renaults as well.

[@gracehoppe5792]

The engine have a good sound... unbeliveble...

[@claudiocarbone2225]

You are the best! Nice job mate

[@SafdarKhan-wq1eu]

So beautiful video clear video my good brothers all car checking

[@xgeneral2502]

I had one just like that 1.4. It had 310000 km and was 20 when I sold it. Nice car. I had some issues but in a reasonable price range.

[@sigmawolf7104]

You had an 1.4 benzin/petrol or diesel?

[@xgeneral2502]

@@sigmawolf7104 Petrol, year 1998. Pre-facelift model like that. There were only 1.9 diesels available.

[@sigmawolf7104]

@@xgeneral2502 bro i have opportunity to get an xara 2002 facelift 1.4 petrol /benzin engine and looking quite good What you think should i get it?

[@xgeneral2502]

@@sigmawolf7104 Difficult question. I've got a C5 year 2005 2.0 HDI now 370000 km. I am satisfied. Xsara was one of the most reliable Citroens. But man IT'S 20 YRS OLD! If the price is reasonable, take it. You know, there could be some broken door handles, air vents, gear knobs and similar (I had that and fixed it for like 50 euros together). Rust can be seen on such an old car also. We sold our when it was 20 yrs old. More and more issues came...

[@dejanrados985]

I like Xsaras, and Xantias, as well. French cars, in general.

[@Omikov]

Исузу просто трактор, отличный автомобиль!

[@mauropeixoto8862]

you are simply the best !!!

[@jledge8715]

I was looking forward to seeing your dog help with the power washer 😆

[@fadd6895]

Still More pretty than the current C4 .🤩

[@thewiiguy]

I love both xsara and c4

[@Dodger2204]

Another good video! I enjoyed it!

[@davida.p.9911]

Good job! This is a cool little car😎

[@rot_studios]

I had the Special Edition of this car, exact same color too. Unfortunately I had financial troubles and the car was starting to cost me way too much, so I had to sell it. Great car to drive, do miss it sometimes. I now drive a 1994 Piaggio Vespacar P2 three wheeler by the way haha, talk about a difference. Love it tho.

[@hondaalons4133]

for some reason i like those hubcaps they look nice

[@aleksandarvuletic4842]

That Isuzu Trooper is so cool

[@leonm6969]

Yeah the xsara was a cool car of its era. We still have ours but ours is the facelifted exclusive with the 16 valve 1.6

[@pacosuzukiman5974]

The cars never won't die...

[@fl570]

Lovely car, in a great colour too - too bad for the rust. :(

[@SvennsCarchannel]

Wasn’t really a bad car the Xsara! I had so send one to it’s maker some years ago due to a catastrophic head gasket failure (1.6i) at just over 200.000 km. Sad but the owner didn’t want to spend the money on what was an otherwise good car!

[@elmerihuttunen]

That car is so beautiful🤩

[@alejandroExplorer2023]

Check if the compression of the cylinders is the same? If it is the correct compression. It looks like it has chipped sockets The car is fine. What year is the car?

[@Flexiny]

1998 year

[@alejandroExplorer2023]

@@Flexiny Thank you very much!

[@theymusthatetesla3186]

Hi Flexiny! Love your channel, but what HAPPENS to these vehicles, once you have got them giong again? I would really like to know.

[@GG_Pyro]

i bet he sells them for parts.

[@Flexiny]

Some of them is getting sold. Awd and rwd cars we mostly keep.

[@theymusthatetesla3186]

@@Flexiny Great! Thank you for your quick reply!

[@Ricardoteh345rd]

I had one of these not a bad looking car it had the 1.4 TU engine the one I got spent more time at the dealers getting repaired than on my driveway, electrical gremlins I ended up trading it for a saxo vts let's just say deja vu like the xsara so got rid of that and got 2nd hand discovery. Never had a French car since Great video as always flexiny 👍.

[@user-di5nf8sd2b]

You’ve got the only bad « TU» engine, the 1.4. This engine had many problems with its head gasket, but believe me, all the other TU versions were incredibly reliable. I had a 1.1 Citroen Saxo some years ago, never had a problem, and drop it to my neighbour with more as 450000km. He’s still using it.

[@Ricardoteh345rd]

@@user-di5nf8sd2b it's like any car you can get a bad one or good one unfortunately I had double bad luck.

[@RATADATUAVELHA]

that car would make someone very happy.

[@igorl6753]

I had to learn to drive with a xsara break 1.9 Turbo D. I hated that car, but in fairness, it was A tank, an old slow reliable diesel, that kept up with all the nonsense that i did. And it was good to black smoke every Toyota prius, just to joke about ecohippies. That's a good piece of memory, right there, with the xsara. Thank you!

[@numberalt2004da]

Good Job On Finding It!

[@AzzyK98]

Mint Xsara, would love to have one someday

[@11zagato]

I really like your Trooper!

[@alastor9240]

how did the car end up in the forest?

[@mikebmw740i]

Start with air pressure....very right and very nice....👌💪👍

[@alyssafagan2301]

you never know what he's going to do next especially when he is driving

[@irawanprasetio7459]

Good job bro. Greating from indonesia 👍👍🇲🇨

[@thewiiguy]

Poor citroën. It did not deserved to be abandoned