THIS 2013 FORD FOCUS ST WAS SO CHEAP WE HAD TO BUY IT !!!

[@andrewharlow84]

The non-timelapse timelapse was a fun feature, I enjoyed that! 😄 Merry Christmas guys!

[@Karoti]

At least there was no swearing on the non-timelapse. lol

[@The70s80scollection]

Classic!, just as well we put that timelapse on....love it!!!....

[@westmidlandsdashcam6717]

What I learnt from that Timelapse fail was that when we see you guys on camera that’s exactly how you are off camera and that genuine-ness is what makes everything you do so watchable. Thanks for all the awesome content

[@thebigbowler]

Always admire how politely they speak to each other.

[@paulbradford8240]

The last job I had as a Police Officer with Essex Police when they medically retired me was to collect a new Focus diesel estate (in May 2000) from Chelmsford and take it back to Southend. It was such a lovely car to drive, that we ordered one for my wife. Fully loaded as we were lucky enough to have a Ford ticket from my Grandfather. It took several months to arrive being a special build. Six months later, I bought one for myself too, but a hatchback. Again, fully loaded, plus a sunroof. The dealer called it the 'Christmas tree's as it had everything on it. Both superb cars that never let us down. I've been a fan of them ever since. Would love the Tangerine Scream! Nice job. Have loved the work that you have done throughout the year. Thanks for the entertainment. Happy Christmas to you and your families.

[@v88krb]

I bought 2 tickets in the draw, not because I wanted the car but as a way of making a small token of appreciation for a year's entertainment. Well done guys, have a great Christmas.

[@JasonSmith-tv2zw]

Good job we're on time lapse says Chris. Interesting to hear the behind the scenes conversations!!

[@adam_complete]

Love the way Rob practices his jokes on timelapse, (maybe not :-))and Chris has a knowledge of Tony Blackburn dad jokes. Fantastic watch. Happy Xmas guys.

[@markbennett6658]

Rob’s joke was at a similar level to Chris’s tbf 😂

[@NOWThatsRichy]

Can't believe that was written off for that minor damage! Easy fix! Back in the old days, many blokes would have done repairs like that, out on the driveway, on a Sunday morning, after a quick visit to the local scrap yard! You can sell the old doors for parts or repair too!

[@Dalbayob69]

Mine was written off for less than that. Cars value 10k, cost me £300 for 2 doors in colour and job done. Where they (insurance) get their numbers from I don’t know.

[@piovo1]

@@Dalbayob69 pretty sure its new parts from dealer and it adds up.

[@al.1762]

Throw in a rental car and it soon adds up 🤔

[@Dalbayob69]

@@piovo1 repair needs to be more than 70 or 80 percent of cars value for them to write it off. No way it would cost £7-8k just for 2 doors but hire car was £345 per day. Took them 11 days to do estimate and bodyshop said it will be atleast 2 months before they can fix it. So I think it was written off purely due to cost of hire car because bodyshop is so busy. Lad who picked car up said they have over 200 cars in yard and some been there for over 6 months waiting on parts.

[@tttt4029]

@@piovo1 Exactly plus £100 per hour labour, easy rack up several thousand pounds.

[@G4RY1159]

Was a fella up in my local magistrates court last week for shoplifting, he was stealing Calendars, the old Judge had a sense of humour and gave the fella 12 months. Cheers again chaps and hope you both have a nice Christmas, also all the best for 2024

[@davefrench3608]

What a little gem. Madness to be written off for a tiny bit of damage like that, but it does mount up. Happy Christmas you two.

[@davidshattock9522]

That colour could be like the one near me it's an estate in a pearl finish good luck if he needs to match it in future

[@phildavies7852]

given the insurance will be based on using new panels and paint... that would outweigh the value of the car... so it's nice to get used parts for a decent price

[@lsa8164]

Totally agree written off for nothing really

[@S.ASmith]

Do I spot a ministry of sound CD on the seat at 10:51 ? Trance? Someone has good taste in music 🤣🤣

[@ShedTV]

Loved the candid camera section!

[@justinbuckley]

7:31 That Been thread lock too long... love it

[@geoffh2560]

"platform shoes"...lol, brilliant!

[@robopoco]

Chris, have you seen the guy on KZbin called My Mechanics? He’s doing up an old Datsun 240Z. What an engineer ! The car will be far better than factory when he’s finished. A craftsman like yourself will definitely appreciate this chap’s expertise, he’s not doing it commercially though and has the patience of a saint!

[@petemartin1526]

even with the bloopers it still makes great content

[@Fergledonk1979]

Don't time-lapse anything just leave the mics on, absolute gold❤

[@deanhawthorn5783]

that is some ones dream car for a massive discount....love your vids and love you both.....merry christmas rob and chris.....keep up the good work so i dont have to pay a tv license to watch crap

[@adamtrewella]

I say ditch the time-lapse if it's the 2 of you...was soooooooo funny listening to you guys naturally interacting 😊 Happy Christmas guys xxxx

[@ianappletreelodge]

And that’s why I bought the ticket, the entertainment value that you guys give is worth the £9.99. Another fantastic video, keep them coming, can’t wait for the next one 👍🏻

[@paulperratt3748]

That bit of not time lapse is brilliant. Nice to see you cracking on with a bit of banter whilst you thought no one was listening.

[@dannyblair5556]

Love that colour, car looks great inside as well. Good job boys, Nice earner.

[@paultaylor9652]

Obviously someone's pride and joy that Ford Focus, and it's absolutely criminal that car has been written off. I remember when a 10 year old car really did look dated, but Ford has done a great job on the Focus over the years.

[@chrisdavidson9431]

Fantastic car for not a lot of money. It will do someone proud. Great work keep it up 👍🏼

[@williamlloyd3769]

Thanks for posting this video. Gave me a nice relaxing last video of the day to view on a rainy SoCal evening.

[@jayr9361]

are you going to get the gearbox refurbed in the recovery truck? or are we going to see a new Salvage rebuilds recovery truck?

[@diydave3034]

Lovely car - I bet the original owner gets in contact to buy it back. If it were me, I would!

[@trainmanbob]

The faster you turn them round, the faster the cash rolls in. If only every day was as good as this. Thanks for 2023 videos guys, it's been a cracker. Merry Christmas to you both and your families, and a very happy and prosperous 2024 to you and all who follow the best channel...SRUK. Cheers, Bob

[@6x6travelmedias25]

One of my favourite channels..... been watching it for well over a year now. Each episode watched with a cup of coffee and my breakfast. The funny thing is I don’t live in the UK and I no longer have much interest in cars at all...... such is the quality of your channel, well done guys 😊. I’m originally an Essex boy, my brother actually lives close to you in Kent.... but thanks for providing such entertaining and watchable content, Merry Christmas to you both and looking forward to 2024 😊.

[@robertparkes4982]

Happy Christmas Rob and Chris...I love your channel and content...2 smashing blokes....

[@matthewhoar2685]

There is a tool for removing & tightening the inner tie rod. It clamps onto the round outside of the inner and has a square socket drive to tighten or loosen, much easier then grips.

[@sruk]

We find it much harder or we would have used it

[@davidvivian596]

Hi Rob, the worst part of this video was your joke! Nonetheless, a smashing and enjoyable watch, as usual. HAPPY CHRISTMAS LADS.

[@manupasta]

Whoever has owned that car has looked after it. Not a fan of the black wheels but upgrading to car play and some other little touches, you can tell this was someone’s pride and joy.

[@123willbishop]

These one day turn around videos is like a Christmas countdown mate

[@davidmbell]

The content when you thought you were on Timelapse is gold. You two nattering. 😊

[@michaelhorner2722]

Thanks for super videos you have put out during this year. Wishing you both a Very Happy Christmas , have a well deserved break and All the Best for 2024 .

[@aaronheer6141]

you 2 are legends... no bs and straight up... love it

[@andygj66]

Rob: "I'm going to take it down McDonald's"! 🤣 Someone's looked after that car. I bet they were gutted when it was written off. Such a straightforward repair if you know what you're doing. Good result.

[@StephenFoster-ko6bh]

As a panel beater and paint sprayer for 25years in chalfont st Peter loved it but due to recent health issues out of the game for now top job you on every vehicle pure professional work top quality control.jig work panel work paint and fitting up to finished job second to none good on you lads hard graft keep going.any cheap challange cars going how does it work need one let me know please if you can reply

[@stephenricketts7764]

Yes that colour pops, one of the best Ford colours ever I think. Another one turned around in quick time once again. Well done to you both for getting it done even with the rain. I will wish you a Merry Christmas Rob and Chris. Thank you for the great videos throughout the year, they have been entertaining, interesting and informative. 🧑‍🎄👍👍

[@matthewcalder4351]

I enjoyed that one! At the end Rob you reminded me of Terry Tibbs ! I was waiting for the catchphrase " Talk to me" 😆

[@differentgearuk]

When you think it’s on Timelapse 😂

[@itsmephil2255]

I quite like it though, shoes Chris and Rob in their element

[@sruk]

🤦🏻‍♂️ we thought it’s a extra 7 minutes and I’m sure no one will mind

[@commander_lard]

@@sruk was just coming to say incase it was a mistake - those platform shoes did come in handy then 😆

[@itsmephil2255]

@@sruk I'm pretty sure you could put an hour video up and it would be awesome 👍

[@johnchincotta1qwdb15]

Another cracking acquisition guys,and all replacement body components in exactly the same color match,how good can that be!!.That car will sell like a hot cake.

[@arimington-is7gv]

Liked the ‘Timelapse’ nice banter between you, have a great Christmas, looking forward to more vids in 24 👍

[@terminal-velocity111]

Such a brilliant result!! Thanks for another cracking vid lads, we all enjoy watching.

[@terrybooker45]

Merry Christmas from Australia to two great guys

[@rachaelwyatt754]

You two are like the Kent dynamic duo lol :) In case I miss any videos, merry Christmas to both of you and your significant others :) Isn't it lucky that you are good with cars as the new profession is not going so well.

[@davidreville7211]

Merry Christmas all at SRUK. All the best for 2024 - Keep the videos coming!!

[@Nevakonaza.]

Excellent turn around as usual :) Its crazy to think the insurance would write off a 9K car with what little it actually cost to put it back right with ease. This is why i love to watch them been repaired and put back into good use :)

[@littlebigman6957]

Being repaired

[@skodakatie7341]

That was a fairly straightforward repair for you. You both deserve an easy one after all the hard work you both put into other repairs. Great video, seasons greetings to you both ❤.

[@cherylmandla927]

I see you got your trainers in colour Rob.😂. Nice car brilliant vlog.💛

[@geoffnoyes520]

Nice to hear that the amicable verbal banter goes on even when they believe their voices aren't being recorded, (reminds me of the old 'minder' series,) Lovely not to hear bad language. All the best for Christmas and the new year, and many thanks for all this year's videos. From Feilding NZ.

[@alishahid292]

Great turnaround again lads. Good buy at a good price even after the buying fees lol 😂

[@stuhukin5237]

Merry Christmas to you too! All the best to you and your families. Thanks for 2023. Looking forward to 2024.

[@ads_shah]

What a stonking bargain for £6k!! Someone will be getting a superb car for that money.

[@ColossulTitan]

Very nice wee lift there just before christmas lads,great to see,hope you both have a fantastic Christmas

[@paulwalker427]

nice one chaps 'can you reach that?'😆😆

[@colink33]

Guys youse are smashing this out the park Fantastic work

[@garethjudd5840]

I'm surprised that it was in an accident given the, Seen from Space Colour. 😂

[@bonk352]

One of the best colours, triple metallic and pearlescent yellow/orange (tangerine)

[@tvpcustomsuk2792]

Happy Christmas 🎄 Thanks for sharing your amazing Content over the last 12 months! 😊

[@sniffer321]

"Good job we're on time-lapse' 😂😂😂

[@TRD1949uk]

Tangerine Scream!! Incase no one else commented it. Someone’s done a big upgrade on that having the touch screen stereo fitted! Shouldn’t have that until 64 plate facelift but it’s the later system that didn’t come out till 2016-2017 too! Lovely that mate

[@simonmitchell7439]

This is the ST3 trim (full leather recaros) touch screen is part of the package.

[@TRD1949uk]

@ yes on a facelift car from very late 2014. 13 plate came with a non touch Sony unit….. I worked on the development of these cars from new. Touch was facelift only in the UK

[@Unknownnorth]

I’m gonna race everyone around Mc Donald’s in it 😂😅

[@davidhumpherson4904]

Such a feel good channel. I love how you guys do business. Very straight forward blokes. Merry Christmas!

[@suznet]

Next video, how to do a gearbox fix on a recovery truck 😛

[@davidlowe4785]

Great Video again Rob And Chris. Lovely Turnaround And The car looks great. Hope You had a Great Christmas ⛄🎄 Guys.

[@MatSpeedle]

6k for an ST in that shape is a bloody bargain, I'd be interested at that price. As I'm sure a lot of people would be.

[@bonk352]

Very cheap price

[@eoinkenny8603]

Happy Christmas guys ! Another stunner always enjoyable to watch thank you !

[@kiero908]

Tangerine scream

[@Tashmann]

Take another look at the front wheels Rob they are different from the rear ones.... Look at where the stud holes are.

[@michaelknapper8539]

Go silver on wheels ❤

[@paulchilds8884]

Great video guys the chuckle brothers would be proud of you have a great Christmas

[@billymccubbin6275]

Top work guys. Think that might be mk2 st wheels uv stuck on the front, different width and slightly different style. Difficult to catch on camera, only matters if ur fussed 👍keep up the good work

[@bobglh42]

Great video, excellent turn around. The only thing is Rob those trousers..

[@rapidmate]

They are MK2 ST wheels you have bought, that are very similar but the MK3 wheels have a profile on the spokes and the offset of different and tyre size is different,the wheel nuts are different,and now the car needs tracking again, whoops 🤣

[@ANDREWS7523]

Nice video lads. Merry xmas. Glad you’ve eventually bought some boots rob

[@KMorse-toughnut]

Hi Rob & Chris, a shout out from down under Australia, followed you guys all year and enjoyed every minute! Such a refreshing down to earth pair of blokes entertaining your followers with skills and banter! Have a great Xmas and look forward to more of the same in 2024. Regards Keith

[@kevingould6725]

Yep great to have some Aussies on . I’m back to Oz for new year an Oz summer.

[@karencrowley955]

Loved the video. Have a lovely Christmas and NewYear Rob and Chris. Xxx

[@janinemccoosh8843]

What about the lock barrell not matching

[@grotesmurf1]

Awesome job again guys, and another one saved. But is it me but I do spot the colour difference between the semi new parts and the rest of the car.

[@raymasek4127]

It's also had a screen update, that's a Sync 2 setup.

[@mattoy123]

Nice flip…..lucky finding the doors and wing in colour,guess it’s who you know👍👍

[@thegees]

great 1 video turnaround, as a youth i do approve the windscreen sticker

[@kenlizzio7096]

Great to get a quick little earner like that before the break. Good job guys.

[@sujithchandrasekharan2191]

Merry Christmas and a Very Happy New Year to both of you Rob & Chris....💐💐💐💐

[@tonyfurneaux3399]

Well done guys, nice little Christmas bonus for you, best of luck, Thanks for sharing your days.😁

[@philtucker1224]

Very popular car Rob, I’m certainly a fan. I’m guessing it will sell overnight for that money and will be cruising the seafront in Southend by Saturday! 👍👌😁

[@micklamb9942]

Merry Christmas hope you both have a very good 1

[@jensandersen1973]

Merry x-mas and happy new year from Denmark. I love your videos. And you allways talk so kind to eachother😊

[@anthonyobersteller1556]

Guy’s a great Christmas video on the ford.❤

[@nigelphillips2846]

brilliant again boys. But Chris them gloves have been gloves to long!! Merry Christmas to you both and roll on the cars in 2024

[@philtucker1224]

I’m a lot older than Chris but I grew up listening to Tony Blackburn and the rest of the 1970s DJs. He is a DJ god. 👍

[@derekgb3780]

Any recommendations for good "touch up pens" please

[@keithweybury5212]

Lovely little motor guys. Well done

[@SJR313]

Second time I’ve mentioned this in 2 videos - The best profit is made in the buying….well done 👍

[@johnseddon7049]

Another great story, have a very happy Christmas - it'll give you a chance to find some new material for the end of the video joke ( loved the parrot one)!! J

[@ModorFix]

You forgot the drum stick in the numbers lads.. come on now.. lol! Great little car for someone and another great video. Have a lovely Xmas!

[@kevinwoodruff8994]

What a quick turn around brilliant well done guys looks lovely 👌

[@tjcarey2828]

Merry Christmas guys. Love the channel.

[@harrywhite3237]

Great video rob. Just one thing I have the same wheels on my focus but the new wheels you got are different from the ones on the back of the car. They had 2 types of wheels in that shape but both slightly different.

[@scorcha100]

They had 3 different types, Mk2 pre facelift, Mk2 facelift and the Mk3

[@dankrafted]

so I had a go and buying and repairing a car myself... it did end up being a bigger job than i thought, and getting parts took longer than it should have so i had the car too long which essentially took any profit away. but actually doing the work myself was easy enough, and if i was keeping the car for myself it would have been a really cheap one. i absolutely plan on doing it again

[@stevo4649]

thankyou gentlemen..,very very nicely done,,👏I wish you both a fantastic family xmas, see you in the next one,,👍👍