UNKNOWN BRABUS WORKSHOP: From barn find to style icon - 280 SL Pagoda is restored | WELT Documentary

A wrecked Mercedes that is more than 50 years old is rusting away in a shed. For some it is pure scrap, but for other classic car fans it is a true treasure with a guaranteed top price. The headquarters of the world's largest vehicle tuner, Brabus, is located in Bottrop in the heart of the Ruhr region in Germany. Here, old Mercedes stars gain a new shine. The restoration professionals' masterpiece is the 280 SL, also known as the Pagoda. From the body to the engine block, from the smallest seam to the last washer, everything about the Pagoda is refurbished. Getting these automotive icons back on the road takes several thousand hours of work. Every Pagoda that leaves the halls is a classic car with new-car character - 60 years old with zero mileage. This six-star luxury restoration is unique in the world.
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[@troynov1965]

Now this is the kind of car restoration videos I seek out. No silly shop drama or other nonsense. Professionals doing professional work. Bravo !

[@user-oe1mb9hu9i]

You do realise the price of this kind of work ? Its easy when you have the money.

[@python200]

WELT Documentary, thanks for existing.

[@zooyork93]

They’ve changed my sunday afternoon

[@khaledkhatib5116]

Ameen 🙏🏻

[@mukunziguybeyle8399]

L#.

[@mukunziguybeyle8399]

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[@mukunziguybeyle8399]

🥳😊

[@johndeere1951a]

I'm proud to have serviced these cars when they were new, before 60 years of wear and neglect took place. Even adjusting the 300SL idle mixture by changing the tiny air jet as shown here. I still have those jets in my tool box 😂👍🇺🇲 it was a great career. Greenwich, Connecticut.🇺🇲

[@diverdave4056]

...mmm and now those tiny parts are worth a lot of $$$

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@haseebjavedkhan1166]

quality level: German

[@bryanwaruhiu]

WOW! WOW! WOW! This is probably the best restoration documentary I have ever watched. I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thank you!

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@apacha2004]

300SL a dream car for every grown ass man

[@laerciodonascimento2440]

RESTAURAÇÃO 100% PERFEITA DA PAGODA. PARABÉNS A TODA EQUIPE DA BRABUS.

[@Chadevereux]

Anyone else really want them to keep those chromes parts copper? Patina or not, that colour contrast against a pearl white body, would be *chef's kiss

[@soulsirius]

Such an amazing documentary this was. I wish it was 150 minutes instead of 50. I can't tell how much I appreciate the work done by these mechanics, techniciansand engineers❤❤

[@gregdesena4207]

This is just fantastic. An ultra high-end restoration on a beautiful vehicle. I could watch this all day.

[@andrescer]

I have never liked Mercedes but this video has me appreciating the old ones.

[@markbaker6029]

Watching the restorations at Barbus raises the hair on my arms in joy and brings a big smile to my face - absolute ‘PERFECTION’ at its BEST! Thank you - and God bless to ALL of you at Barbus for caring so much in restoring our Mercedes Benz’. I now look at my ‘91 500 SL in a more appreciative different light…

[@gottliebdee263]

Nothing is perfect, that includes a Benz.

[@diverdave4056]

,,,mmm I have never " raised the air on my arms "

[@markbaker6029]

@@diverdave4056 correction - ‘hair’ 🤣

[@jc6087]

It's illegal to change the odometer. Them installing a brand new engine but using the old block to keep the serial number is fraud.

[@diverdave4056]

@@jc6087 OH SURE ....

[@bigwilattitude]

...so satisfying to watch. 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@denisjustement2914]

Thank You for having brought tears to my eyes, but enlightened me up to my soul. My Father owned a 190SL and a 230SL. My Mother,who passed this year, owned a 230SL and a 280 SL. She refused the special offer Stuttgart prepared for her for a 350SL, she thought to not emough respect the original 'Classicist' design that emblazoned the stylishness and uniqueness Mercedes Benz established within a market where only them and Sir William Lyons, remained innovators, but also vestals, from all other makers who edged down from the guiding principles of quality. My absolute wish is to be destined to own either a 230, 250 or 280Sl, for the remainder of my life. Only my astuteness, my fervor and my fate will be essential to accomplish that. My viewing of this marvelous documentary, for which I thank you from the bottom heart, happened on the evening of my 68th birthday, which year, if my memory serves me well, coincides with 1968 is in my heart a wonderful coincidence, with my Mother signing a purchase order for a 280 SL. Thank You!

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@kronzprinz]

i'm American, but i must be a German at heart, because doing these restos i just exactly what my brain finds satisfying.

[@bhaimohamed5249]

I love the Pogoda its beautiful these fine gentlemen are real professionals experts in their field. well done bravo

[@Woodementary]

I would work at that restoration factory for just room and board. Pure art! The closer to perfection the closer to God.

[@haristabic6140]

I live in Bottrop for 6 years,,, next to Brabus ….love that place….love you Bottrop

[@alfonsoz.2673]

Increible !! Y al mismo tiempo orgulloso de que tengamos en España unos profesionales de tan altísimo nivel. Dicho esto, el precio de vuestro trabajo no está lo suficientemente pagado.

[@lontarian2228]

Wonderful ! I really wish I had the money to own a 300SL rebuilt by these guys.

[@supremee88]

i really really enjoyed watching this documentary .. amazing restoration

[@ravicharan2893]

Just amazing work and attitude, the quality of Mercedes Benz products of the past were a reflection of the attitude and mindset of engineers of that era.Never to be repeated

[@MrZeljko88]

Legends the Germans , this is the best restoration ever, brabus company is the best

[@WaterMouse.]

What an incredible Pagoda car restoration‼😄👍 I'd want me to be Brabus apprentice, too, taking back to my youth...🥰

[@efremefre]

That’s why for me Mercedes Benz is king of car! The best and the only one ☝️ of the most beautiful car ever made!😊

[@greghirst3338]

Beautiful....congrats Brabus Team, you have aced it! Excellent documentary.

[@user-oe1mb9hu9i]

I hope my grandma's Pagoda has been restored here by now ? She loved that car; and the 190Sl it replaced.

[@erniearambula3525]

The car went from garage queen to prom queen. Car Restoration is a profession that is a reward onto itself.

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@Ozgur_1988]

Bir türk olarak Almanların şu mühendisliğine ve tasarımsal vizyonuna hayranım. Dilini bilmememe rağmen 50 dakika zevkle izledim. Belgesel için teşekkürler. Almanya'yı bir gün gelip görmeyi, gezmeyi ve Mercedes Müzesini gezmeyi nasip eder inşallah Allah...

[@kevmagill5163]

The expertise and attention to detail is awe inspiring. To bring these beautiful cars back to and perhaps beyond their former glory is an amazing achievement. Fascinating documentary, well done!

[@adrianphillips6238]

0:32 0:33

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@myakupozer]

Perfect 10/10 and 5★

[@sanjaybabutar9415]

WHAT A GREAT WORK WORLD BEST WORK IN BRABUS

[@ljubomirdjurovic4320]

Fantastic documentary! Thank you!

[@cclye3267]

I am not a Merz fan. But this Merz Pagoda restoration is just fantastic! TQ for sharing.

[@benzodiy4053]

I wish I had this job, the satisfaction of fixing these cars is extremely delightful vs fixing a window on a basic toyota

[@Robert-mn8gc]

Imagine Working 4 Brabus . AWESOME. A car guys Dream .

[@davidwaldrop5092]

Lol!!! I just bought this exact car lol. I pick it up tomorrow. I was searching KZbin for fun. Same vin! Lol. Great video!

[@alking6633]

Wow.. 6 Star.

[@nevadawest411]

Stunning..

[@petrslk6931]

Jsem 100% Benzofil...obrovsky obdiv lidem od Brabusu,neskutecny respekt temto mechanikum! Nikdy nedosahnu na tento sen,snad v pristim zivote...👍 1 A!

[@thibaultmberabahizi9381]

unbelievable .. I will own one of these one day! mark this comment

[@NK-kf5ym]

Professional team, the best restoration company I have ever seen. I wish I could visit them. Being a mercedes benz owner I appreciate every bit of this incredible experience.

[@mvdnbos]

What a gem !

[@mmemphisevonygameaccount7871]

"Have fun while driving " ❤

[@LouraStaack]

It's excellent not just alluring!

[@Wargasm54]

Damn, I thought Brabus only did modern tunes/builds?! I had no idea they did a restoration service. Absolutely beautiful work. I know where I’m going when I win the lottery. One new one, and one older restoration!

[@bmwcarrmann429]

I enjoyed watching the classics being rebuild and restored to new I can appreciate the professional work the craftsmen do there at Brabus thank you all there

[@mauriceclemens3286]

Back in the 80’s I worked for a Porsche dealer in Raleigh North Carolina. We got a 911 in that had been owned by Dallas actress Victoria Principal. Very nice and rare car. Celebrities buy cars for appearances all the time.

[@steved8053]

I can not imagine how much a professional expiration like this costs...

[@lucabrasi8790]

The pagode got a classic data note of 298000€ pretty equal to 300k US dollar ….

[@Mark-jz4zy]

Really impressive, these babies are in good hands.❤

[@jeffreywong5112]

This is a real restoration. Some KZbinrs restoration make shortcut.

[@RayTitske]

these car you made are alot better then they come new out the factory.

[@marcrindermann9482]

I'm from Bottrop and always loved Brabus cars. When I moved to Australia in 2009 I put my Mercedes in my mother's garage where it has been sitting ever since. It's not an SL but one day I should ask Brabus to pick it up, restore it and send it to me :)

[@jamesjamesdavis5050]

Absolutely marvellous restoration.

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@dayalanvelan3070]

German engineering at its finest 👌

[@marianniculae]

Icon cars. For every classic cars lover.

[@bongiwepatricia1740]

This is what u call a restoration

[@mehrajmohan173]

Great to get the same jute cushion a thing of the past

[@steveny9972]

far out.... so good, that rose gold/cooper grill looks so good

[@zalmohamed]

This is one of the Best Documentaries I have ever seen. I love this Car so much that i am going to look to get a 1969 280 pagoda. A huge thanks to the German Mechanics to showcase this car and full Restoration. Awesome work😀😀👍👍

[@crieff1sand2s]

A very satisfying documentary....

[@chandrachurniyogi8394]

that's a 1958 Mercedes Benz 300 SL (W198) 2.9 I6 2-Dr Sports Coupe (LHD) . . . quite a world class restoration job . . . the one in white is a 1969 Mercedes Benz 280SL (W113) 2.7 I6 2-Dr Roadster (LHD) . . . a true classic & torch bearer of the finest of German automotive industry . . .

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@jrtstrategicapital560]

Thank you for bringing back to me fond memories of when I was in my 20s …. The 280sl and Alfa veloce were my roadsters and used daily…what a thrill.

[@ricospeedo]

Amazing, but without a doubt in my mind, expected restauration that could only be performed by these German experts.... Such a dedication and passion and believe in their fantastic products. Really with the most respect... unglaublich !!!

[@buchtovovidea]

Mercedes sice není ta nejzářivější hvězda na nebi, ale na zemi, krásnější hvězdu nenajdeš!!! Opravdová poklona všem, kteří se tak pečlivě a s láskou starají o tyto nádherná vozidla MB Díky...

[@petrslk6931]

Naprosto podepisuji!

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@sukardimarsekal1207]

the beast...December 2021 I've been there...wow my dream come true....the best of the best tuner...I love BRABUS ...thx for the hospitality from BRABUS at Bottrop...

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@aprekuelorm4209]

Great masterpiece. Ive been looking forward to this documentry for ages

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@MaverickEchoJuliet]

Very impressive👍

[@nizzy_rk]

Amazing work and attention to details, these guys are geniuses in their own field. Love the Quality !

[@CardsharkMr]

Flawless and stunning!!!

[@writetomeontelegramappwelt4565]

👆👆

[@WeeShoeyDugless]

The stuff of dreams!! I was amazed to hear the value of a 300 injection pump, I know where there is a full car, a 1965 300SE, with matching numbers.... I used to own it😁

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@abdulazizsaleh9567]

Wow this is blowing my mind 💯 Stunning...its super stunning.... Worth all the efforts and time 👍🏻 Thank you for sharing this 😃

[@emmanuelologbeseawolowo9832]

I appreciate the transformation.

[@mrkeopele]

Absolutely love the WELT series

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@FranciscoJavierOrtegaDuran]

thx you for this amazing documentary, cheers from Chile

[@jaradonly]

Very great work gives me hope that those classic cars will remain with us forever.

[@hermestrismegistus4311]

My favourite car of all time ❤

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@georgiaguardian4696]

Absolutely cutting edge work of art! Amazing restoration and upmost craftsmanship! I thought it would be at least €500,000 but it turned out to be a bargain at €300,000! This puts those backyard restorations to shame!

[@hagestad]

7:09 Polish craftsmanship is the best. BTW that trans oil looks way to good for a barn find. Probably new oil for camera.

[@zzzzxxxx341]

Those are the real cars of excellence, let's go!

[@tsangdennis1953]

I am saving up money to own one after seeing this.

[@user-ic9yw2qw9s]

Incredible what they do. American Rezvani is nice too.

[@hawlikd]

That is what you call a high class restoration! $$$$

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@bernardwarr4187]

I would love a Brabus Classic reupholstered interior in my Mercedes 500E. Really lovely work

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@pinoybricks1275]

These cars are absolutely stunning! Very beautiful!

[@Youngberg1000]

Fit for a king. The masses will never own one. Just mass transportation for the peasants.

[@manickavasagam9213]

Amazing works, no other cars can march theses Mercedez

[@Bayuhutamamotor]

This is probably the best restoration documentary I have ever watched. I enjoyed it thoroughly! Thank you!

[@philipcarthy2977]

Absolutely superb work, this is how you restore, to brabus my total respect

[@abobharding]

Well done fantastic insight into a car rebuild

[@apurugganan]

Amazing, in more ways than one. I recall going through the ads of the National Geographic at the time. They hardly had a lot of ads, but the understated Mercedes would always feature the two door SL on a single page.

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@tezinho81]

Wonderful work from the perfectionists at brab.

[@info.bradafric6669]

Sincerely, I would be grateful for a family car contribution for my family.

[@yoshiyukisekiguchi8957]

wow, very high-quality work and a professional job on each part. thank you.

[@emmanuelologbeseawolowo9832]

Thanks. I sincerely appreciate. Cheers!

[@extreme748]

fantastic documentary

[@ianmuir3640]

Must be a wonderful day when you go to pick up your restored car

[@thenrfor1]

Yeah man

[@josemiguelaguilarbrenes3325]

Que fantastico trabajo . Que bella obra .👏😊

[@MegaSickcat]

That's my favorite car! Just WOW!

[@johnevans6474]

Brilliant workmanship.

[@RubyMarkLindMilly]

What a beautiful garage its looks lime an operating theatre automotive TLC for an old classic it doesn't get any better i just can't afford one !!

[@jules263]

Beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@mlfelonzo9156]

Love these documentaries no cap