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

[@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!

[@danh2622]

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

[@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.

[@davemills6701]

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

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks!

[@ilovelimpfries]

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

[@Maximilianboenicke]

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

[@zonda4388]

@@ilovelimpfries He's not german

[@JayMaverick]

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

[@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.

[@unemployedrocketsurgeon1124]

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

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@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.

[@grekhora]

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

[@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.

[@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". 😂😂😂😂

[@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

[@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!

[@kenkelble358]

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

[@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!!!

[@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?

[@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 :-)

[@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.

[@trefod]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@JMUDoc]

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

[@waleedjones1263]

You really know your way around BMW’s

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks! Sometimes, yeah :)

[@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 👍👏😘

[@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!!

[@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!

[@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. : )

[@firasalwakeel5365]

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

[@Black_bird71]

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

[@cbell9190]

This is an incredible video! Not only does he perform the repairs to the highest standard, he films the process, AND provides commentary in a foreign language! Just the video editing alone would take hours. Truly amazing! I wish this expert lived in the USA. I would take my E38s to just about any US state to access this level of expertise. I wonder how much it could cost to ship my E38s to Europe and back? 🤔

[@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!

[@zoltandeak3237]

I can't believe how much I enjoyed this. I used to work on my car with my apprentice mechanic friend when I was about 19 in the late 80s, so it brings back memories. Never became a mechanic, but almost ended up working with a family friend who had a BMW garage. Who knows what may have been. - An absolutely beautiful car...they will never get old!

[@johnfenn]

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

[@renerobes30]

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

[@washingmachine5198]

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

[@jackmehoff1840]

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

[@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

[@scottyakaheymrdj815]

If I was doing an apprenticeship in motor mechanics I would definitely like to work under your instruction. One thing Ive noticed is your attention to detail, quality of your tooling and ability to troubleshoot. Keep it up iI will most certainly be watching your other videos.

[@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!

[@jonclark598]

The only thing harder than doing all that fine work, is getting the camera setup, the lighting just right, and not to mention leaving enough space for your hands and tools to work. A W E S O M E job!

[@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

[@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.

[@vitaliypetrenko3888]

Love your editing man! Great job.

[@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.

[@abdelmadjidbenhamidouche3909]

This is so satisfying to watch...

[@mokr2100]

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

[@fitnready4]

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

[@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 ..🌹

[@aleksuks]

Thanks for taking the effort to film this

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks for watching!

[@bmwm3681]

You have come along way…. From working in a tiny garage with ramps to a huge garage with a 4 post lift. Absolutely love your work… so talented…

[@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

[@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.

[@TheChocolateChamp]

Wish i had mechanics like you that lived around me.

[@AdventuresWithMe00]

Not only are you an expert and thorough mechanic, you've got impeccable video editing skills as well. I'm really enjoying this series.

[@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!

[@jg6579]

I'm not a mechanic but totally enjoy watching your videos. Your sense of humor makes them most enjoyable. Cheers!

[@h3istheonex373]

Geiler typ alles allein in der Garage gemacht sehr nice

[@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!

[@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.

[@50sKid]

Next time when you have the ball joint separator tightened up, hit the balljoint with a hammer and it will pop. The combination of the stress + shock does it. Saves you from tightening that separator with so much force that the thing nearly breaks in two and hits you in the eye lol.

[@joelsnake8]

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

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@sminton85]

I had an E32 750il about 10 years ago. Such a sweet ride. But it was beyond my budget to keep on the road and regrettably had to part ways. Still miss that car to this day. Nice video and great workmanship.

[@Fiatagri60170]

Great channel, there's so much editing work!

[@michelswerissen6544]

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

[@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.

[@hurley911]

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

[@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.

[@guysinclair7588]

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

[@zviuk]

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

[@catnapwat]

Your video style is so engaging and watchable compared to some- you might even say it's German efficiency. A lot of videos I watch amble through taking their sweet time- no-one needs to see you undo 12 bolts without editing, it's just boring. So I really appreciate the quick, snappy editing you have and the thoroughness to the job that you show. More please!

[@Roovee]

Weiter so ♥️ Grüße aus Niedersachsen

[@z4rg3n]

I cannot overstate how elated I am to have found this series! I dearly love my '96 750iL, but it needs quite a bit of attention these days. I am looking forward to my own suspension rebuild with renewed vigor and confidence! Your edits were pure excellence to boot; an enjoyable watch from start to finish.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@theil6]

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

[@M539Restorations]

Thanks! :)

[@mpowerrr]

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

[@w12a3d]

Waiting for the part 3

[@gebhardt2]

Excellent work and choice of repairs. I’ve refreshed 10 e36 M3s. This guy has more experience than me and he does the work with modest resources. Bravo sir!!

[@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.

[@sappernz]

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

[@UssGo]

I have just found this channel, this is the best side of youtube.. best channel ever. I dont need a tv anymore.

[@M539Restorations]

Thank you!

[@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.

[@brixettedesmit9500]

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

[@lesthom60]

hi, just found this, excellent stuff, i retired in 2013 , this has brought back happy memories, i was the same meticulously obsessed type, did a job once, never a recall, the format is in my opinion spot on, keep it up.

[@BeardedCarBuddy]

Ok, I have to stop watching and go get to work. Thanks for the motivation.

[@bogusienombre355]

Thank you for realistically showing how difficult this job is and showing the specialty tools necessary. Great video.

[@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.

[@erics8033]

This was an absolutely fantastic how-to video, perhaps the best I have ever seen. Very well narrated and well-lit so that all the processes can be clearly seen on the screen. I will be replacing the entire front suspension on my e38 in a few weeks, I really appreciate you taking the time to put this together for all of us out there who love these cars and want to keep them on the road. 2001 740i Sport Titansilber

[@stevel1973]

Your style of filming and your attention to detail are a delight to watch, thank you. Also thanks for being more fluent in English than most of my countrymen. Puts us to shame.

[@Aprilian_EU]

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

[@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.

[@johnestoce1503]

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

[@ebblis07]

If I ever needed a mechanic It had to be up to you standards. You are amazing dude. Cheers!

[@philcahill3441]

I can't get away from this channel👍

[@jr996turbo]

So detailed, I was hooked from the beginning to the end. I could watch content like this all day. I've just subscribed and looking forward to seeing future content. So refreshing to see that someone actually knows how to use a torque wrench.

[@amunarjoh]

Definetely not a BMW fan, but I have to admire your attention to detail and thorough pull through.

[@edgy1rocks]

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

[@NYKgjl10]

My favorite BMW auto of them all, along with the early 70's BMW 2002 and this video series was excellent from beginning to end. That Mauro fella is no match for you sir. Keep up the good work.

[@jkinerk]

What sweet bliss it must be to work on a car with minimal rust. The whole video I was like, "oh that one bolt would have taken me two hours..."

[@hasangaimesh3139]

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

[@ssh3092]

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

[@RobbieFox15]

Please continue to make more videos and I will definitely be back to watch. It's so relaxing to watch someone who does the repairs correctly. Keep up the great content!