V12 BMW E38 750iL Restoration - Project Dubai: The Mechanical Bits - Part 2

With this video, we begin the restoration process of my neglected BMW 750iL. You will watch and listen to the sound of ratchets, spanners, hammers, torque wrenches and man breathing heavily at work.
Repairs that were done in this episode:
- Complete suspension overhaul
- Selector shaft seal leak
- Power steering leak
- Lower oil pan leak
- Adjusting the oil pump chain slack
- Differential oil change
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[@sergeygutin2870]

I'm a car enthusiast and I like to watch a lot of repair videos of this kind and also work on my own car. I can tell that your job is the most professional, clean and accurate that I've ever seen. This world needs more professionals like you.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@georgedoughly8682]

Yes, we really do!

[@nebojsaterzic01]

I agree man!

[@SteveE293]

Not enough credit is given to the editing skills of these videos. Yes the content is excellent but the editing really makes it addictive to watch

[@rocnnrollbus]

I've wanted this 7-Series for years and years, but everybody on my side of the pond says they are a nightmare when they break. An old BMW doesn't seem that bad to turn a wrench on; I'm a big rig/bus mechanic by trade. Excellent videos..may have to try and get one of these after all. I may end up binge watching your videos cuz I enjoy them so much.

[@danh2622]

Re watching this, amazing to see how far you have come. Back to your roots with this.

[@unemployedrocketsurgeon1124]

Amazing that you’ve taken the trouble to record all this, thank you.

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@davemills6701]

Love the attention to detail. I wish everyone worked like that.

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks!

[@BTG07]

He's German. They're usually more fastidious than others.

[@Maximilianboenicke]

@@BTG07 Believe me, not all german Mechanics work like him. There are many bad Mechanics as well.

[@zonda4388]

@@BTG07 He's not german

[@JayMaverick]

Indeed. This guy's BMW knowledge, patience and mechanic skill make this an absolute joy to watch.

[@danielflyntz1667]

I like the use of cutting and pop sounds like "pop", suddenly theres a nut on the bolt, then the sounds of wrenching it tight. Or the sound of "click" as you snap some harness together. More of that please. It makes the video more satisfying.

[@philcahill3441]

I can't get away from this channel👍

[@grekhora]

I don't even drive a Bmw and i still enjoyed this!

[@derekstocker6661]

This guy knows his BMWs he is like a pro with this one and seems to know exactly what to do, well done video, great instructional documentry and very helpful to many!

[@firasalwakeel5365]

Can not wait for part3. This is what is called mechanical engineering.

[@mpowerrr]

Thanks to youtube for recommending your channel. I am watching video number 3 today👍 Really satisfying to watch.

[@Bartlomiej_Ciernioch]

26:52 No bro you don't need help.I feel the same. Your just perfectionist and i totally understand you.

[@M539Restorations]

Cheers!

[@Bartlomiej_Ciernioch]

@@M539Restorations I rly envy you bro. E38 is one of 3 my dream cars. I also love to do all mechanical repairs on my car but for now I need to take care about my finances and maybe then I can start my own restoration project. Good luck bro.

[@that90sbenz]

I did the same thing on the skidplate for my car. Some screws did not match

[@gendaminoru3195]

I messed with my E31 something awful. Must have put in 5 combos of springs and shocks before I was satisfied. Upper control arm [750iL Euro] and other bushings were the easy part. Oh forgot the mild camber plates. But I ended up having Bilstein custom valve some shocks by the time the beast was brought under control. EDC was only $2500 per corner. That would have been cheaper! Not saying it was tossable like my E60, but it was more than halfway there and as good as it gets if I do say so. So I need help too. PS. ozone is a bitch on all things rubber...

[@babayega_]

I'm a perfectionist as well. Which is why I have to say this. It's "You're". So in you are. "Your" is more of a possession like your hands. Your car. You are breaks down to "You're". 😂😂😂😂 I had to do it bro. It bugs me. There's another comment few comments below this one and it says "is'nt". I need to correct him as well to "isn't". The apostrophe replaced the "O". Like in You're the apostrophe replaced the "A". 😂😂😂😂

[@acmotorsport22]

I could watch for hours - editing is perfect (are they sound effects added?), so satisfying seeing the bavarians getting so much loooooove! “When I removed this part I found it was no good so I have to replace it also”. Music to my ears! Good work and please come and hang out in my garage in Australia anytime :D. Hot cars and cold beers

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! Just a few pop sounds when showing new parts installed but other than that, no music and no sound effects. Australia would be lovely now to escape cold weather in Germany! :)

[@acmotorsport22]

You’re welcome of course, but you might want to work on my E30 Turbo :D. I have a list of jobs for it like always but it’s a competition car so it never ends! I also noticed in the background of your 750iL video you have what looks like an E9? What’s the plan for this one?

[@benhoog4157]

What I like about your video's. Your accent and the way you edit the video. Compliments to the editor!.No music and no irritating American, screaming, language.

[@ronaldsantosjapan]

Yours has instantly become my favorite car resto channel. Mostly because you make the work the star rather than yourself. You do none of that leaping at the camera HEY GUYS! THIS IS TAVARISH! artificial energy mugging nearly all other car the resto guys on KZbin do. Not to mention that you are giving some pretty comprehensive documentation, while adding just enough good humor to boot. So...Thank you.

[@washingmachine5198]

3:40 Can we talk about how smooth that transition was?

[@funonutube100]

Just love the fact that you are so VERY fussy about everything you do. My father always taught me " do it right or not at all" LOVE YOUR WORK!!!

[@gokceralp]

Not only the BMW's, but the automobile history's most beautiful car ever! the E38! Longer than 5 m, kinda giant but still unbelievably elegant and dynamic. The perfect design with a few lines. That's genius!

[@minimalman24]

I m watching this Projekt Dubai Series a second time! No one will stop me!

[@waleedjones1263]

You really know your way around BMW’s

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks! Sometimes, yeah :)

[@trefod]

I really like the format. Especially the little curses, since I know them so well from similar jobs.

[@JMUDoc]

I'm very glad that the "handles like a sack of spuds" idiom is also used in Germany :)

[@jackmehoff1840]

this is simply the best channel for this BMW, very very good, your expertise is much appriciated

[@johnfenn]

I am so glad you got a hoist. Watching that was making my back hurt.

[@mattstorr]

I'm a recent subscriber. Its been great following the latest builds but even better to come back to the beginning to see what the tools and garage looked like just 2 short years ago. Now you have more garage space, more lifts, parts cleaners, ramps, nice new tools etc. You really make me want to start on an old rebuild. I too had an original E36 M5 and absolutely loved it. I wish I still had it as I would certainly not be so concerned about maintaining it after watching some of your videos. Keep it up :-)

[@danielcraig243]

I'm watching your old videos. Your editing makes it so easy to keep watching because you skip the boring parts of repetition :D

[@simonomisimonomis]

so true

[@johnestoce1503]

that is got to be the best looking car in my childhood years. the ultimate driving machine!

[@Black_bird71]

u r either really lucky or a pro . i didn't see a tool slip even once

[@fitnready4]

These videos are just so German - total efficiency and attention to detail.

[@sappernz]

Always great to go back to the older videos...Very entertaining

[@renerobes30]

You deserve a proper mechanic's shop, you have the skill/knowledge/determination, well, done!

[@durh_m]

I watched this on my TV but got on my phone just to like and subscribe. Thank you for assisting in my car therapy, my 750 is in need of TLC!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you very much! I'm glad it was inspiring.

[@voodoomelons]

Watched the whole thing, nice work and commitment, takes me back to my suspension refurb on my E38, torture!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! It's always a long and tedious process.

[@Dustinsfishtanks]

I’m about to buy a 750- i hope it’s not so bad!!

[@bosmerfromcanada3878]

If anyone at a BMW dealership in Canada missed bolts like that, they would've been fired. Keep up the good work, my friend. The attention to detail really gets me, I wish all mechanics were like that.

[@hurley911]

Powder coating the oil pan!! My word you are a true professional and craftsman! Kudos!

[@abdelmadjidbenhamidouche3909]

This is so satisfying to watch...

[@levhrvth]

I was so happy when I saw the notification for the new video! Really like the format and how every procedure is explained. Looking forward to the next part! Congrats!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you, Levi! You can expect more stuff like this. : )

[@madmike6942]

so happy to see somebody saving this beautiful cars

[@kenkelble358]

So much respect for this man and his skills. Nice humor to!!

[@Rockardo_]

Been a bmw apprentice for about 6 months now here in the states and man this channel is fucking perfect, please don’t stop what you’re doing man :)

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@gplusgplus2286]

Out of curiosity, do you use torque wrenches at the shop? I mean for general work, not engine building/repair.

[@stijna2969]

@@gplusgplus2286 They should, yes

[@Jdoe12]

Love the e38’s classic looks never get old. You’re a beast with the wrench on these cars! So inspiring to watch - well done

[@xtATiiKo]

Man, I am ADDICTED TO YOUR VIDEOS. Pure satisfaction of things done well

[@parloitaliano2]

It's needs thousands of dollars to maintain V12 BMW...but it's a passion ....I didn't skip the video ...I watched it till the end ..I enjoyed it ..🌹

[@TheChocolateChamp]

Wish i had mechanics like you that lived around me.

[@vitaliypetrenko3888]

Love your editing man! Great job.

[@hasangaimesh3139]

This is the 5th video I watched since I found this channel. A masterpiece like the rest of them. perfect.

[@bax442]

You should win an oscar for the best montage !

[@clinton392gobi]

Great job I don’t have any of these cars but I find myself watching all your videos because The great attention to detail, along with the jokes and little bit of sarcasm are just so Enjoyable to watch well done. 👍

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@ezduzit201]

Loving the videos dude - I'm hungry for more! Don't stop restoring these beautiful automobiles we need more mechanics or hobbiest like you call yourself that perfect their work and take pride in every little thing they do.. Thank you for the content! would be cool as hell to hang with you, you seem like a cool chill guy that enjoys great cars haha .. keep produciding!

[@mokr2100]

Sunday Morning, lying in Bed, having Coffe - your videos are extremely addicitive to watch

[@MrBigBoy4Life]

We BMW drivers bow down to you sir! You are a Beast!

[@iliaangelov3587]

The best! Greetings from Bulgaria

[@motheolebelo]

What an informative, outstanding quality of a video. Loved every moment of it and the amount of work that you have gone through to overhaul the front and rear suspension is outstanding and goes to show that you are OCD and pay attention to details. Looking forward to more uploads of this epic restoration. Thumbs up

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@Lonndog]

probably one of the most beautiful designs for a long wheelbase 4 door luxury car.

[@hardlyworkin3603]

Holy Moly, this is a boatload of work. Love the perfectionist attitude. Nothing but the best. Drain plug for the diff. Wonderful. Exceptional job. 20 years ago, owned a 735iL with EDC. Loved that machine for 400,000 miles. 3500 straight six is one of the best combustion engines ever designed by humans. All the shocks plus the electronic throttle finally broke. Would have been a 10 thousand dollar repair. Sold it. But I miss that car.

[@andreicosma2851]

Aaaaa so satisfying watching German precision and a crazier than me perfectionist.

[@h3istheonex373]

Geiler typ alles allein in der Garage gemacht sehr nice

[@brixettedesmit9500]

I like the way you are as understated as a V12 BMW, highly competent and efficient, but modest. Great role model.

[@ChuckHickl]

Self tapping screw trick on selector shaft FTW! That's one I'll keep in my back pocket. Brilliant.

[@aleksuks]

Thanks for taking the effort to film this

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@m2kev789]

Thanks for the videos - they give me renewed inspiration to work on my own 850 & 840 - look forward to seeing the progression👍😀

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@edgy1rocks]

Yours are among the best produced, informative and entertaining on the web. Outstanding!

[@ssh3092]

Let's get this guy on a vacation somewhere. Absolutely well done sir!!!

[@Fiatagri60170]

Great channel, there's so much editing work!

[@Mr2_online]

Really great videos. I watched them all. Looking forward to more

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@ellenyuen5128]

If only all the mechanics are so dedicated , knowledgeble and honest like you ... we will all be driving these great cars forever . Plus Your humour keeps me comming back to watch your videos! Many thanks 👍👏😘

[@t.l.robinson2162]

I will watch every E-38 video which you post, start to finish.

[@redgoldchannel8879]

Dude, this was the best video! Enjoyed every second of it, I have 01 e38 740il v8 and it's a hell of a car next to s550 Mercedes. Next year planning to move back to Europe and thinking to ship e38 back but I have ( now as I watch your vid) probably more than a couple problems to work on it. Lol! Oil leak is as I heard common problem so that's my issue too. Let me just cut long story short and say great job!!!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! It'll be pricey to import it and you'll have to convert it to Euro spec, but if it's rust free, do it!

[@TuningDutchy]

@@M539Restorations what did it costs you to import from (location - location)? because i was thinking about the same car you have to import

[@zviuk]

3:56 gotta love that nurburgring sticker right there :D

[@maniUSArmy]

Oh my....one of my FAVORITE BMW body styles of all time. There was an E38 in the same silver color in my neighborhood back in 2003, with US-spec OEM clear turn signals + red brake/running light lens and those signature double-spoke wheels and I was gobsmacked the first time I saw it. One of the most transcendent designs ever. The exterior could still pass as a new car.

[@seer751]

Bravo, workmanship, entertainment, camera work, and top class cusses! Well done, see you in the next vid.

[@mmmmmed95]

Thank you for your trouble in BMW; I wish I could have the same experience, but I do not have a BMW in the future.

[@joelsnake8]

This channel is definitely going to grow up quickly, awesome work mate!

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@guysinclair7588]

Believe it or not..I actually watch this to relax! So well done mate!

[@gokceralp]

E38: The most beautiful BMW of all time! No; the most beautiful car of all time!!! And the second prize goes to E39 of course!

[@Roovee]

Weiter so ♥️ Grüße aus Niedersachsen

[@sbrew9033]

Been a volvo guy for some time and after viewing your videos now feel i may be leaning towards a bwm. People run from these cars in the USA for some reason. Have to say i have as well be seem to be well engineered. Certian models worth avoiding? Great work and the english helps many including myself. Good job...dude.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you! I wouldn't say that people run from these cars, some yes but there are certain models that always get attention from enthusiasts and those sell quickly. I prefer models from around this 2000 era and older. E39, E38, E46, E36, E34, E31... Any 6-cylinder E46 is a great starting point for a BMW newbie, super fun to drive and easy to wrench on.

[@Andy-pu2iv]

Lovely to watch someone that knows what they're doing.

[@Dave-in-France]

Quality work on quality cars - can't beat it !! So nice to see a job done properly, with quality replacement parts to ensure the car runs as it was designed to.

[@PowerslideSWE]

Great video, huge fan of 750's myself. One of mine had M-sport suspension, so a little lower at the front, that would suit the iL very well I think. Keep up the good work.

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks, Daniel! From what I read, M sport springs are also different and can't fit on standard shocks, but there's plenty of aftermarket ones available.

[@bloodcarver913]

@@M539Restorations As I remember from my 2001 730D MSport the springs and the shocks had different item numbers than the "normals", and as you say a little lower, about an inch.

[@PowerslideSWE]

@@M539Restorations I didn't know that. But as you said, there are different options if one wants to to that route.

[@w12a3d]

Waiting for the part 3

[@gtaveditorvids6776]

People can learn so much from this Man...

[@Liftium]

You are so German meticulous, and I love it!

[@TamaDuder]

"yes, i need help" XD

[@theil6]

Dude You sound just like Me when I am Wrenching...!!!! It’s Funny

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks! :)

[@owen3777]

Love to see an Germany guy talks English. Really awesome video, keep going!

[@Shumi-kr3tc]

It is great that you replaced the bolt on the oil pan. No you do not need help, when you finished, you will know it will be perfect!!! Loved the video!

[@MrDarkwar989]

Try searching on youtube for E39 Dubai style :D:D:D

[@matthewspanhake9348]

When you said you stayed up thinking about your car's oil leak...I felt that. Whenever I discover something that should be fixed (or at least I want to fix) on my E55 AMG, I'm pretty much awake until it is fixed.

[@robinoconnor1203]

Its so refreshing to see a Technician overhauling a car properly, sadly there are still a lot that do not do this work to the proper standard, I spent around 40 years in the Motor Industry I wish he had worked for me.

[@TheFlyingBusman]

Love E38’s. In my stint at the UK BMW distribution centre I always used to make a beeline for E38’s at lunchtime. Bit of cricket on the TV and all that! We got the silver 750iL Bond car through the workshops along with several diplomat versions, often complete with armoured plating and life support systems (oxygen cylinders in boot in case of chemical/biological attack). Amazing vehicles. Sounded fantastic and were tuned to deal with the near 3 ton of weight all the armoured plate etc. added to the vehicle.

[@DC-wp6oj]

Great standard to the videos clearly show what you are doing with the camera not jerking all over the place like other videos. And a proper talk through. Excellent.

[@alexeylozin7443]

I couldn't stop watching! Definitely more restoration videos!

[@fredrikmixer]

I have new sympathy for the garage who worked on my E38 750 iL, but what a wonderful car! I changed all the spark plugs myself...Almost made me cry...

[@akromeo8376]

Dude, if I ever come to Germany, I'll be your assistant for these beauties. You're a genius with very organised method of working.

[@michelswerissen6544]

You are a master mechanic, you remind me of my father attention to detail using all correct tools manually, great work well done.

[@arfabarmcake2776]

Really good to watch a proper tradesman putting cowboys work right, i would love to own a car you have worked on 👍👍

[@noname-hr2nm]

This car is made with more love than my parents have for me keep up the good work

[@s.b4826]

Ich habe mir vor kurzem selbst einen E38 750i gekauft und habe jetzt die perfekte Anleitung ihn wieder fit zu machen. Danke, echt top. Ich habe lange nach genau so etwas gesucht.