WE BOUGHT A WRECKED 2018 VW VAN BUT DID WE GET TUCKED UP?

We bought a wrecked crash damaged 2018 VW Crafter but is it what we thought when we were offered it? will it run?
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Working at our fully equipped workshop in Kent we carry out tasks including Panel beating, Body work, Mig Welding, Sheet metal Spot Welding, Fabrication, Chassis Repairs, Sand Blasting, Engine and Mechanical repairs, DPF cleaning, Restoration and Structural repairs on the Celette Jig frame machine.
We do hope you enjoy this video and Check out our other videos on all kinds of vehicles including Barn finds, Quick flips, First wash, Repairs, Salvage, Restorations, Will it run, Accident damaged, Cat S, Cat N, Cat X Copart auction bargains, Non Runner, Flood damage, insurance write off, fire damage, smoke damage, electrical fault, stolen recovered, and anything else that arrives at the #Salvagerebuildsuk workshop. #RobandChris
Please check out our back catalogue of some previous projects on various different makes and models including Ferrari, Land Rover, MG, Caterham, Ford, Cosworth, Vauxhall, Fiat, Peugeot, Mercedes, Range Rover, Morris, Renault, Citroen, Honda, Toyota, VW, Series 3, Evoque, GLA, Golf, 500, Fiesta, Astra, Polo, Motorhome, Auto sleeper Camper, GTI, LSE, Sierra, Midget, 360, Transit, Crafter, Transporter, T5, Combo, Berlingo, Partner, Mini, Beetle, Vivaro, Hilux, Sport and many more!
We do receive quite a few questions regarding tools and equipment that we use for various jobs. Unfortunately there is to many to list but some of the brands we use include Snap-on, Blue-point, Makita, Sealey, Clark, Esab

[@llama24]

Bits are alot more affordable if you get them for the MAN version. They have all VW parts. Had an issue getting a door loom for one but got an MAN one for half price and was stamped VW

[@tigers586]

Chris straight in and looking for money 😂 keep up the good work fellas

[@MechanicCompetence]

Love it, that cracked me right up. Its always rewarding to find some pounds jammed away somewhere.

[@Dogslobba]

9:48

[@jasontibbitts5231]

That will make a great camper, don’t worry about the panels inside as they would be removed for fit out. Great content as always ❤

[@BigButtocks967]

Not such a bad van, only door it REALLY needs is the drivers door, sell it to a builder or a courier and he’s not gonna be bothered about a few little dinks in the other doors.

[@mmichaelheath6194]

It's he "old story" - any vehicle in a fleet that is stopped in the depot for any length time and is unusable becomes a "Christmas tree" and is robbed of parts to get damaged vehicles back into service with minimal cost to the owners.

[@williamlloyd3769]

That low, low transport trailer the van was delivered on looks interesting. PS - since you bought the van off a chemical company, perhaps it’s better that the interior back floor and panels had been removed.

[@philipmulville8218]

‘It’s not dogged to death at all, is it?’. 😂 Great stuff as always from Chris & Rob.

[@TheDaf95xf]

Evening guys 👍🏻 Chris and his opening line was hilarious 🤣 It’ll be a great fix for the channel but the profit margin will probably be a bit lower but we’ll worth the fix 👍🏻

[@Truth_Seeker_UK]

Bonnets been swapped too, proper dodgy.

[@TimH601]

Common problems I’ve found with these crafter is…..rear barn door are known for the door itself where the hinge is mounted to crack and bottom sliding door roller are common to go plus EGR cooler as well but good luck Rob and Chris 👍

[@MyJon64]

If it brought for a camper conversation I don't think anyone will worry it's not boarded out inside.

[@markprior2533]

I was just going to say make a camper out if it

[@davewilliams1980]

My thoughts exaxtly

[@paulwoods7857]

Perfect van for camper conversion , once fixed that'll sell all day long

[@teatimetel174]

totally agree perfect camper and no need for the interior parts.

[@deanmarskell1518]

I had exactly the same thought would be ideal as a camper and bang on trend for someone looking to live off grid 👍

[@ifell3]

Lovely, and yet again I love your optimism. Can't wait to see how you assess the damage to the body.

[@Dave7heRave]

That is proper scummy of them to do that with the van! What a bunch of crooks... as disappointing as it is I'm sure u guys will get the van looking good as new again! It'll be a great van for a camper. Especially with all the panels already removed out the back.

[@MarcBirks]

Why is it, they've used it as a donor van, then sold what's left and they didn't want..... No one forced rob to buy it he knew the score before he handed brass over

[@Goji739]

​@@MarcBirksit's definitely going to need some dealers mist when he sells it 😂

[@crisfiler6128]

That's why it was cheap! 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@chrismcconnell5680]

If u watch the video again, Rob says he had to renegotiate the price cause he didn't know about all the bits missing 😂

[@MarcBirks]

@@chrismcconnell5680 I know that but my point is, he still chose to buy it than walk away...

[@basilterrier]

Yet again good to see them supportive of each other.

[@trevorjarvis3021]

Brilliant video lads - good that you were able to re-negotiate the price Rob! Unbelievable when it fired straight up!! As loads of others have said “will make an ideal stealth camper conversion.” It’s going to make a lovely van! 😊 looking forward to the future videos.

[@Nevakonaza.]

Love how they get straight on into fixing it up, Like mentioned will make an ideal camper conversion project for someone without a doubt, its the long version so ideal. would give the van a total new look if they could shove some cheap aftermarket VW alloys on or something but i guess depends on how much they want to spend.

[@sheepdogman1]

I am sure Chris will work his magic again on this one

[@stevenjones1972]

Hello Rob and Chris,great work done already getting the van back on its wheels and driving,a few things need sorting but it will make a brilliant van.

[@paulm3965]

Five doors, it beggars belief the lengths the previous owners stoop to prior to the sale . Your sense of humour and sheer professionalism will put it right.

[@philtucker1224]

Good news on that front wheel assembly Rob, as soon as you can find a drivers door I’m sure Chris will perform his magic on that front corner damage and you’re starting to look at a big jump in value! 🙏👍

[@sodium6855]

HSE would have a field day if they happen to see that guy at the beginning riding on the forks of that FLT .

[@BoJoFohPah]

You've never worked in a warehouse have you office boy.

[@stephenricketts7764]

I remember you got a van from a firm that was damaged and they 'pinched' parts from it but at least you knew in that case they had taken the parts. This was a bit naughty I think. The bonus is it runs and drives fine so all is good there. I think the doors will be the most expensive bit of this project so lets hope you get lucky. I liked the intro, I thought Chris was giving the guy that sold it a talking to so a good edit there Rob. Thanks again Rob and Chris for another great video, stay warm Gents. 👍👍

[@deepfiix]

After Chris said about popping the old shaft out and sliding the new one in, my Mrs has told me she wants another baby. Cheers guys lol!

[@birdman4274]

Love it when Chris looks for money 🤣🤣

[@carl89perkins]

Reason that side door is good , and sill isn't because door is open and loaded with a forklift the truck mast hits the sill on the van leaving 2 dents happens all the time

[@ianbrooks6816]

Time for Rob to get polishing!

[@donegaljohn1]

Great video lads, I keep saying it over again, Copart is a complete waste of time, they are far too expensive with fees

[@STANLIZ4]

Agreed, surprised people buy vehicles of their prices, clearly they do!

[@HowardLeVert]

@@STANLIZ4 Someone suggested I buy a Cat N from Copart to tide me over until such time as I know what's going to happen to my 'proper' car in order to save me renting cars to get to work. I found something and ran it past their cost calculator... and it doubled the cost! Once upon a time you could go to a scrapyard and buy 'damaged repairables' direct from them - I wonder if that's still the case?

[@STANLIZ4]

@@HowardLeVert you’re right, friend used to buy them from copart - said, “too many at it, not worth risk” so insurance/private repairs only now

[@BoJoFohPah]

You not seen the citan video they posted lately? Copart can be worth it to salvagers who know what they are doing. Not yuppies like you that want a cheap drivable used car.

[@leonb2637]

It is a bit rougher than you thought it would be. Of course fix the drivers corner, put on the missing parts, fix the sills under the side and back doors, do some pull and fill on the doors, put some panels on the inside of the doors, clean up the interior and sell it on. Apparently it runs good so maybe some service (oil change, etc). Some potential buyer may want to fit it in their own way inside.

[@ged3680]

Good afternoon Rob and Chris, that will be a good van for someone when it’s finished. Thank you for taking the time to upload another video. Ged.

[@johnshaw8481]

Fair play that you were able to renegotiate the purchase price Rob , deffo a pain to have to find the extra bits tho , looking forward to Chris working his magic...see you soon 😊

[@jamesallen712]

Ouch. Think Chris was not happy with you in the intro video. What a shame that the company did what it did to the van. Hopefully you guys will have it back up and running soon.

[@SheardTV1]

Why don’t you do a camper van build video series? This van looks perfect. Think of the money lads!!

[@SubjectiveFunny]

Ha, that intro made me chuckle straight away No context needed lol

[@martin54123]

Knowing you guys, this will be back on the road andf looking great soon. Sounds good and you're right it's so long, wouldn't want the job of parking that in a city street! As you say parts expensive but hopefully a reasonable return. 👍👍👍

[@commander_lard]

Bit sneaky to swap the good bits for bad, certainly o.k. if was disclosed to you, if it wasn't then a bit of a shame - could see how in a business it could have been done then forgotten about but still, bit naughty if not disclosed. Edit to say that if it's bare inside then might make a good base for a camper conversion for somebody!

[@deanharriss2029]

Your talking my language rob. “Chord a door off it”. 😂😂😂😂. As a van man I’m really looking forward to this chaps.

[@arthurblundell6128]

Always something different - always interesting -- thanks Rob/Chris

[@michaelhynds8035]

Fantastic work as always gentlemen, thank you and well done.

[@johndavey72]

Chris . The "Straight liner " will pull that sliding door out and if it doesn't , get a nice piece of right angle, tack weld the straght edge to the swage line and use the pull dozer . ( No doubt you've already thought of that ) And l must say the seller was definitely out of order to try and tuck you up .......NAUGHTY ! You may find a buyer with the van as it is who'd convert it . Cheers !

[@thomascoyne157]

Look good shame transport manager used it as a part’s van for his other vans .👍👍👍

[@G4RY1159]

As an old mechanic mate of mine who's sadly not around would say ................It's had more hits than the Beatles

[@thejackofalltravels8267]

Looks like it will clean up well enough for work. Could be Chris’s stealth conversion lots of room inside. Thanks for sharing Gentlemen

[@coolcolschannel8773]

Hey lads it needs a new front tyre you never noticed the nail on the inside tread ......can't plug it 😅😅😅😅😅

[@johnpritchard2772]

Hello Chris and Rob, it looked a bit rough, then after the front drive shaft and suspension has been replaced, and it rolls on it's own wheels - job is a good one!! Now the doors and some panel beating - Chris to the rescue!! Best wishes from Lincolnshire.

[@stevekelly5166]

And ROB, John. They don't resuce themselves, and they might get you a wig.

[@marksmithard7801]

Great video, midway through watching it, but that cill damage is a forklift truck loading through the side door. A lot of the vans at work have the same. It’s where the forklift driver hits the van, pushing a pallet in as far to the o/s that they can. Right I will continue watching👍

[@deanmarskell1518]

Will be a spectacular van once Rob and Chris have sorted it out and a great campervan conversion ♥️

[@miketherefurbisher8000]

Nice one guys!! you'll do it. Look forward to the follow up videos. "Thanks" 👍

[@nealodonnell2]

Chris popping the old shaft out 😂

[@ollydearden]

About to say the same 😅

[@adrianfitzgerald6365]

Great video love a van rebuild and another midweek surprise thanks fir the entertainment guys

[@slyteen2197]

Get it moving and use it as storage while you find the bits. Be a nice summer job that.

[@johnpells5992]

A nice van , straight forward repair , and I guess it was nice and cheap , good luck guys 👍👍

[@honda.spares.man1]

Just get it rolling and punt through copart. Not worth the amount of bodywork n paint. This was a sting.

[@kevinwoodruff8994]

Great video guys I'm sure your work your magic on it. bit naughty changing the doors over 🙊

[@Christopher_T_Paul]

I think its going to be one of those vans where you will have to do just enough to get it functional and roadworthy. It's a white van and many owners don't care about looks, as long as it works it is good enough.

[@grahamhardy1358]

If you were able to knock the price down then fair play to you guys. Looking forward to Chris working his magic on this one

[@anthonybrowne4022]

Looking forward seeing this one how this one turns out with you and Chris doing your Magic Rob I’m looking for a great van like this one🤞🏻love to have this van on my drive when it’s all done it’s going to look great 👍🏻

[@barrywood5357]

Nice one boys you will make that panel van shine and turn a tidy sum leaving a bit on the bone. With chris on the tools and rob on the polish crack on

[@iantribe1166]

Rob a nice big project something a Bit more interesting than normal stuff I look forward to seeing how you and Chris get on with this. Can't wait to see Chris attack the body work💪💪

[@stevo4649]

thankyou gentlemen this is going to be a smashing project. have yourselves a great weekend,👍👍

[@mancavehobbies6213]

Not bad for £100 Rob😂😛

[@johnpaulwray4121]

Great video again you and Chris will get that van like new again

[@terryramsey1470]

Brill video 📹 as usual fellas a bit of work and parts needed for this one no doubt Chris will work all of his body work 👍 magic as normal 😀 😊 stay lucky and healthy looking forward to Sundays video 📹 already 😊.

[@danielsellers8538]

Hi guy it was like the earlier days in the cab and out collecting a vehicle, so vw a popular vehicle and efficiently brought back to life, at least where you obtained the parts was a one stop shop well done fantastic video

[@MrRedfreds]

Keeping busy lads. Loving the videos 📹.

[@anthonyobersteller2947]

Great video guys waiting for the next video on this VW van.😊

[@HowardLeVert]

Rob, I noticed that there isn't a marker light on the corresponding position to the sliding door on the offside so I'll say that they're not fitted to the door.

[@pauldent8369]

The damage on the sill is from it being loaded through the side door with a forklift, that be why door not damaged, 👍

[@IloveMK]

A Nice and tidy little number there guys, soon be back on the road the way you 2 work.

[@martinthompson54]

Hi rob and Chris, great video what a great van, it won't take you and Chris long to fix it, from marty in Belfast northern Ireland God bless

[@alextripp1230]

Hi Rob and Chris, this will be an interesting one, I do like these vans. Sounds like it was a bargain buy, shame a few bits were robbed or swapped on it, but you guy's will sort. Alex.

[@richardgorman2916]

Should be good money in the van. Fitted an ODM driveshaft to my sons C1 no issues 1 year on.

[@peterbowden2646]

With Chris's bodywork skills I'm sure he could repair the side/back/passenger doors instead of buying new/old even taking into account the time factor against cost of replacements go on chris you know you want to

[@chriscroucher98]

Another great video guys .., the sill is probably damage from loading with forklifts … seen it before …. They may have removed the lining in the back because of the chemicals they carried in it ?

[@criscross572]

Being from a chemical company the plywood panels could of been removed because of contaminated material.

[@bountyhuntermk2520]

Keep the noise down son

[@criscross572]

Get a life.

[@Goji739]

Who's coat is that jacket 😂

[@ianhadfield65]

​@@Goji739who's shoes are those trainers ?

[@Goji739]

@@ianhadfield65 where was you going last night when I seen you going home 😁

[@johnelbro127]

Great video and great buy. Look forward to the work. 👍👍👍👍

[@williamdonly7966]

Good buy guys, vw crafter & merc sprinter& M A N VEHICLES ALL THE SAME VAN . Good video as always love to see this one in perfect condition again.

[@davefrench3608]

Cheeky buggers taking the good bits off that one and fitting damaged ones. Good too see it running and driving.

[@petertyler9796]

lads you amaze me, my first car was a ford angler brought from freinds moving to Australia. How ever if failed the MOT due to rust. But from then onwards I learned how to repair my cars. Modern cars the man in the street can't touch.

[@georgeriggs8611]

Nice van guys well done 😊

[@davesmith3850]

would love to see a camper build from this especially as the little renault van was denied . would make a handsome proffit ........................keep up your good work love this channel

[@ragnarironspear1791]

Always enjoy your videos guys 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@pauljones6978]

Hi lads . Great video and I think it's about time amazon snapped you guys up to do a TV show ...

[@christopherfallguy592llang7]

It will as good as new when finish great work as always guys😊

[@andrewwilson1118]

Lots of work in this one for the dream team.👍👍👍

[@davet8259]

A good shout on this one guys, result on the engine and gearbox.

[@briansweeney2291]

Nice van this would be great to keep yourselfs especially going to and fro to pick up supplies etc rob and Chris definitely one you should keep 😎👍

[@arfabarmcake2776]

As always a great vid, you make hard difficult jobs look easy 👍👍

[@garygallagher6090]

Shame some bits where swapped but still a good one there looking forward for the next one on the van

[@stephenfarrow368]

You guys will have this van looking mint

[@davidbryant5881]

Engine sounds spot on

[@tonyquinn7570]

Great work guy's

[@jbillingham68]

you guys certainly love a van but I guess you can't turn them down if there cheap and I'm sure that will be one nice looking van by the time it's done can't wait to see what's next on the channel keep them coming guys 👍👍👍💯💯💯💯

[@andrewdrabble8939]

The way that driveshaft was pulled out, I was surprised that there wasn't any damage to the gearbox but at least she's rolling again

[@thebeardedcartrader]

Great content as always 👍🏼

[@trainmanbob]

When you look closely at this van, it actually isn't that bad. If it was a chemical carrier it probably wasn't boarded in the first place as it is easier to clean spills off the metal, and also more anchor points for barrels. OK, so they swapped a few doors, but this was an insurance claim so why not. If they got a payout on it then the van was scrap to them. I think you've got another good 'un here guys. Looking forward to seeing Chris doing his magic. Cheers, Bob

[@cwwiss1]

High mileage Rob and Chris ...tut !

[@dwrowley]

would have been hilarious if Chris came back from the test drive and said, " got a delivery for ya " and threw a box out the window 🤣🤣🤣

[@stevedane787]

That's got camper conversion written all over it. It won't matter that the boarding out has been removed, they'll want to remove it anyway to insulate the walls and then they'll want their own finish boarding when they fit it out.

[@robinjones6999]

agree mate

[@philipmulville8218]

Good point 👍

[@robosmond8235]

Let Chris work his magic on the side door and sill, a lot of time but he’ll get it spot on 👍 front door is fooked.

[@Paul_1970]

I think you've been done over with that van . You both do a great job with your vehicles