What It Took to Restore a BMW E39 5er Back to its Former Glory - Project Rottweil: P7

From rotting at the dealership lot to a near-factory fresh car. That's the story that this 2002 BMW E39 530i Touring aka project Rottweil has the tell. In the past episodes, we addressed the mechanical side of things and the interior, now it's time for the exterior as we completely transform old and battered Toledo blue paint. At the end of the video, you can find a complete breakdown cost of this project.
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[@chrisp.2544]

First Project Chicago and now this - your talent at returning a vehicle to looking brand new knows no bounds!

[@HNedel]

And no budget constraints 😅 although to be fair, it’s still a good car for €17k, but insurance will never value this car so high probably.

[@MrFunkybro55]

@@HNedel Maybe so but all of BMWs Tourings have been skyrocketing in price in the last few years, at least here in the US

[@GeorgeEI7KO]

@@HNedel not for another 15 to 20 years anyway

[@christeranttila9927]

@@HNedel This is a good point. Is there any way to insure this for an agreed value that would pay out 17k in case it was totaled?

[@HNedel]

@@christeranttila9927 in my limited experience, i went to a comparison portal, entered the requested vehicle data, and got a quote based on the estimated value. They have some database and stuff to estimate this automatically. For special cases probably a valuation in person would be needed, i guess. Not sure how that works

[@DarkenedFin]

The fact that you can't help yourself but to go the extra mile is why I love this channel so much. Never change!

[@poplaurentiu4148]

It's like watching a legendary masterclass..

[@alienpredator007]

Dude, you literally do everything us regular folk dream of but never have time, budget, tools etc for. Keep up the good work!

[@WouterB76]

For this level of skills, attention to detail and hard work you should have a million subscribers already.

[@nikolakurjakovic2188]

Cant agree more

[@urbanjungle9600]

I bet the TUV inspectors love when you bring in your projects. Such a treat from the mundane things they must see.

[@Rockport1911]

For once they dont instantly take out the " poking screwdriver" to hunt for rust holes in a 90s BMW. Many E36 are rotten away, many E39 are only still good because people look after them more...

[@LeonBraun]

Thought is it illegal two retrofit bi-xenon. Would love to hear what the tuv inspector reallay said to this one. From my understanding it's completly illegal to change anything in the headlights, including the projectors, even if you don't use the bi-xenon function.

[@JoGe49]

@@LeonBraun Mosty police goes after cars that look modified. If your car looks stock you can drive around in a litteral rustbucket and they are most likely not gonna care. As for Headlight Retrofits, he did the TÜV inspection beforehand if I remember correctly.

[@LeonBraun]

Yes true, I think the biggest problem is in case of an accident. Insurance companies can be very picky if something safety relevant is not stock.

[@JoGe49]

@@LeonBraun Totally agree, if there is any way to back out of paying, insurance companys will find it.

[@joshuad1716]

I can’t imagine how good it must feel to see that car in person. What an incredible transformation! The best e39 touring on the road today, well done!

[@poplaurentiu4148]

Another very cool e39-touring tastefully good on European roads along with the Canadian - Speed-Academy project the best possible transformations for such cars !

[@germangedgauds7594]

Never stop doing what you are doing, you're making a lot of man around the world happy

[@mndlessdrwer]

It's like the car guy version of those shopping and unpacking channels. Extremely satisfying to watch and you end up 10 videos in when you had only planned to watch one and then you wonder where your day went.

[@petkokrushev3840]

I was blown away by the final price, can't imagine the cost of the Alpina

[@pSynrg303]

and of course that does not include the man hours in the bill! It's like when you watch some of the beautiful restorations on Car SOS, then imagine what the actual cost would be to a regualar joe, I often imagine it must be in the high 5 figures...

[@st3althyone]

Project Rottweiler finishing strong. Thanks for always giving us your best, Sreten. You never fail to satisfy that restoration itch. Project Rottweil looks amazing after all that tender, loving care; great job! I hope your nuptials are going well and that you’re having a great time. Take care of yourself, and we’ll see you on the next one, my friend.

[@edukg5668]

Rottwailer lol

[@st3althyone]

@@edukg5668 Stupid autocorrect. 🤣🤣

[@raytaylor4199]

Honestly mate, I’ve been watching KZbin for over 8 years, I watch so many different genres, but this channel is the best & my favourite, I’ve followed you since 2018 and watched every single video without fail all the way till the end. I look forward to every one, thank you for creating amazing content for us all, enjoy your holidays! 😊

[@oskjan1]

Agree 10000000%

[@adriancoetzee2725]

Sreten, I think your channel motto should read - " I have a very specific set of skills - I'll hunt down certain BMW's, Find them and restore them". Again you have hit this one out of the park and into the new car Showroom. !! Fantastic- Love watching you do these restorations.

[@monnimonnickendam7289]

"Just a daily runabout" becomes another labour of love and work of art. So Sreten...😄

[@s12d.z]

Its not that you are amazing when it comes to working on your cars but you are also amazing when it comes to editing, I don't think that there is any other youtuber that can make me enjoy watching a video for over an hour and then ask myself "its already over??" awesome work Sreten!

[@ahmedelsohamy4061]

agree

[@davereeves1967]

While I wholeheartedly agree with the sentiment, 2x speed does exist.

[@eugenealymov2723]

The attention to detail is just something else. It really looks like a new car. From an era when BMWs were indeed superior. What a lovely thing. Amazing job.

[@nicolasgallien4318]

What a finish that is. This car looks almost brand new ! I mean you should bring it back to the dealership. Saler would say : “No way this is the same car.” I’m enjoying every project but this one might be the one I’m the most hyped. You came from so far and just look at the result ! Sreten, you can be proud of yourself because I guess we all are. You definitely are the BMW magician !

[@tarekkhoury5384]

I have to say, i am not a TV guy, but since i started following your videos on youtube, i have been since constantly waiting in anticipation for each and every episode! what you do is simply artistic, professional, skillful and majestic. It just really describes my approach to my stuff and of course including my cars. super amazing how the E39 came out, i think it deserves way more than the cost you endured as it is simply a piece of art that is absolutely restored to perfection. Wishing you all the best wishes and congratulations, hope your wedding is epic Sreten!

[@nathanaelkennerley7820]

Sreten we really are spoiled to be able to share the satisfaction of finishing your projects, without having to put in any of the long hours you put in to doing them. You're work is unmatched, please keep doing what you're doing. Big congratulations on your wedding too, all the best.

[@francescofalcone9534]

The "no-nonsense, it's just a daily driver" projects are my favorite.

[@veluw72]

One of the very few channels that I watch EVERY video completely! Bravo! (and thank you, keep on doing this!)

[@catalinsurugiu9973]

This series inspired me to get a e39, in fact my first BMW. Don’t have the Sreten’s knowledge and skill but you are definitely inspiring a lot of us into rebuilding how we can these cars and showing us how to properly do it . Thank you

[@stefndogg]

Not surprising, but as a car designer, and a kid who's formative car years were in the 90's/2000's, the E39 holds a special place in my heart. Thanks for doing such a great job transforming another one from rough to clean. Great work!

[@AaronRandolphChen]

It looks like it drove off the showroom floor, or actually even better!! What a labor of love!! This is more like a collectible than a daily driver. Congratulations on an amazing result!

[@marchutch]

I am still absolutely loving the 80s montage music, Sreten! 😂 Thanks for doing what you do!

[@mrt7152]

I wonder if the previous owner is watching this. If this would have been my previous car I would be so happy that it ended up in your hands! Cheers!

[@dragos2010full1]

i would love to see the reaction of the people of the used car dealership this e39 was bought from sitting at the back of the lot waiting for someone to buy it or for the day it was going to go rest in pieces at a scrapyard, totally unreal transformation and restoration

[@yugo4576]

17 min into video, and it literally pains me when I think how much work this is. I call myself BMW enthusiast, but Sreten is simply on another level. And that level is light years far from mine, lol. The dedication he has is mind bogling.

[@veritasman]

Generosity... Passion... Dedication... Honesty... Thank you Dear Sreten

[@TG-ts3xn]

You’re THE MAN! Very well deserved beer at the end! With labour that’s a £30k car time capsule.

[@muki_hi]

U probably heard this many times, but the amount of work you put in these cars is insane. I hope you are able to get enough rest in the day as this is much work. Wish you all the best man and keep up the amazing work!

[@gabele5050]

I love seeing Sreten picking up new skills and refining his craft after 3 years of watching him, its all about the journey!

[@alreadytakenindeed]

This is how insane amounts of effort, patience and love for a car looks.

[@bradysdogsanctuary]

"But we are in a situation where need a daily for my daily, for my daily. You know what I mean?" PRICELESS & agreed

[@TopGoose-bf1mx]

Very nice to see someone go from a novice at paint correction to working for and achieving professional results, arguably better than people I have seen who have been doing it for years. You have great technique, but more importantly you possess the patience that deters many people from properly correcting paint. Props to not only the folks who taught you, but you as a person. Great work.

[@roseyboi1]

This channel should have more subscribers considering the quality of the content. Excellent work as always. 👌

[@ericdejong2736]

It seems the title of the episodes could draw in viewers as well. Most people love a rejuvenated car from a wreck. I agree, sreten deserves more viewers for the quality of content. Cheers

[@ace773]

If everyone would be looking after their cars like you do after someone messed up, world would be perfect

[@alanmackenzie3258]

Forget about being pretty happy... Streten, you are a magician... enjoy your beer!

[@sorekuk]

Absolutely worth it, they don't make cars like this anymore. In 10-20 years it still be on the road and you will be happy as the first owner when it came from factory. Timeless cars!

[@FrldyZX87]

Sreten, you just can't help yourself! Turning your future workhorse everyday driver into a 10/10 machine! Amazing job!

[@anthonyellison-np5di]

I had two of these a 525d in the same colour as yours & a fantastic 530d. I’ve regretted selling both of them. The 530d was brilliant, powerful but economical. Great project & loved watching you bring an E39 back to life.

[@y2ksierra]

Never would have thought the unwanted dealership car could have turned into such a beauty. Congrats on completing all the hard work necessary to save it!

[@RogerMcjoggin]

Seeing the before and after at the end I couldn't help but smile, easily one of my favorite videos. Owning an E39 myself and trying to build it up over the last couple of years, this is the most relatable content for me so far.

[@frankmuschetto3385]

Outstanding job. E39 is beautiful. Please use this to buy a cappuccino for Maria and yourself while on your honeymoon.

[@Aslan-tubenl]

You are a beast sir Streten, BMW should make you chief engineering for all the BMW plants. And last not least, a big statue in München for you. And i don't understand why you still don't have at least million subscribers, you're very underrated and much much more subs.

[@emilnilson1975]

I genuinly don't understand how you have the time and patience do all of this on your cars.

[@mrmusic1880]

The joy of a new video🎉 I'm taking care of my neighbor's dog and they have an F30 in their garage, so as the mad BMW fan I am I crawl under and clean the under body, I can't help myself, it's so fun cleaning and checking out all the cool under body components!

[@dennispapadopoulos4920]

This looks sooo good! Excelent work! Easily the best E39 driving around in every aspect! If that was 17K euro I can't imagine what the ALPINA number will be...!

[@cuburabeograd]

My absolute love for this channel cant be described by words...

[@stitch2k1]

Been watching this entire series, the first one of yours I've caught in full. I have a 540iT '00 with a 6 speed swap and a 525iT '01 with a factory five speed that I'm turning into a 530i. Got a lot of inspiration from it. P.S. Sell stickers, I'd put some on my wagons :)

[@guntrain212]

Never ceases to amaze me the work you put into these vehicles and the details you cover. Bravo.

[@denniscarreno5882]

Who ever buys this car must be very lucky….The amount of work you put in Streten….simply the best work…

[@andrerodrigodefreitas]

Wow, this video showcasing the restoration of a BMW E39 is truly special and spectacular! From its meticulous attention to detail to the skilled craftsmanship involved, it's mesmerizing to witness the transformation of this classic car. The dedication and passion of the restorers shine through, bringing the E39 back to its former glory. Watching this video is like stepping into a time machine, reminding us of the timeless beauty and elegance of the E39. Kudos to you behind this incredible restoration!

[@jonscudder3384]

You’re an absolute legend, wish I’d known about you when I was getting rid of my e39 touring, I’ve still got the headlights in my shed! Keep doing what you do, your work is so passionate and the car community appreciates and values your work so much. Your garage will be a sea of classics and future classics all worked on with your OCD and all better than factory fresh.

[@milanpatel5216]

Love your content Sreten. This has been a gem of a series, though I do love rewatching your older content to see the journey and learning curve you've gone through! Keep it up 💪

[@rxpx69]

Can't stop staring at those lovely headlights!

[@zakknettin]

this level of detail and care, the car can be auctioned. bravo!

[@michaelhedemann3385]

you made what we all dream of when we think about a e39 touring, the job you do is near perfect and god damn the hard work pays out, damn a beauty of a e39 touring

[@MapOfEurasia]

All I can say is: S P E T T A C O L O ! 🇮🇹 What an amazing transformation! Sreten, you're a wizard 🪄

[@matthew67c]

Your attention to detail is unequaled!!!

[@maxwellpereira]

My friend you're a real magician! Looks spectacular!

[@luminox1]

It's perfect, this is why i support you on patreon, to allow you to make horrible financial decisions and save cars like these!

[@3ManFunny]

This turned out to be an awesome restoration as usual

[@jimmyfleebot]

I wouldn't be surprised if BMW themselves made contact to thank you for looking after their brand so well!

[@janitor9850]

That interior is just so special

[@kejefelcz]

Superbly done, as usual. It’s so satisfying to watch the cars being reborn again! Gotta love it ❤.

[@DashDrones]

The one we've been waiting for. Man you made this touring super super special, just perfectly done. Thanks for making my Sunday so freaking awesome 😎

[@mrmv6290]

Looks fantastic and another old BMW saved from the scrap yard, and good for another 20 years. Plus doing your bit to reduce the carbon footprint of this masterpiece, great job again sir.

[@TheRedSK]

I don't know, but at this point your work feels like an art for me!

[@eddierofl]

I cannot wait to do my headlights like this on my E39 Touring! I redid the covers with a 3M kit and some auto store clear coat rattle can a few years ago, and have never been happy with the result. This looks great!

[@tehedx]

Wow, fantastic job Sreten! I wonder what the reaction of the dealership or the last owner would be if he sees the shape the kombi is in now. Would make great content :)

[@espenlysholm2858]

Major challenge: Buy an early Range Rover L322, which is basically a BMW, and do a full restoration. Love your channel.

[@GordonNicol]

Sreten you are mad spending so much cash on this BMW, but you do it for the live and we love what you do! Great video

[@your-mom_was_here]

Ti si termin Nolifer pretvorio u totalnu drugu stvar.Voleo bih da imam makar pola živaca kao ti 👏👏👏

[@McMaster1500]

Absolutely astonishing result Sreten. its so satisfying to see this E39 looks much better than it left the factory!

[@krazyivan01]

It seems that you are developing a car-detailing addiction and I can totally understand - very satisfying!

[@ThayQiGER]

This man deserves a lot more likessssss ❤❤❤

[@has307]

My my I'm in love 😍😅 Well done Sreten, keep it up bud! Mastering your craft 😇 Hope to have my hands on one of your finished projects one day 😉

[@aliveRaptor2929]

Alpina maybe 🤔

[@Petrrii]

Great work as always man

[@jonahhood4807]

This makes me want another BMW every time I see this man finish one.

[@motorkamperen]

Sreten, a bit of advice on the Rupes. The rubber ring between the machine has the tendency to let the machine stall very fast. You can remove it and take a bit of dust or horizontally cut it in half so it won't rub on the disc below it.

[@ilfordino-fordfiestatutori8725]

Alright, sleep time postponed!

[@gadjules7334]

Absolutely spectacular Sreten, this one is very special. So much hard work but clearly rewarding both for your satisfaction and our viewing. Well done Sir.

[@jonetshkin]

e39 is the best car ever and it is so cool to see someone restoring one to its former glory.

[@markscungio2996]

I owned and drove a 2002 US specification e39 Touring in Germany while in the USAF from 2005 - 2009. The build quality of the 2000 - 2007 era 3,5,7 series is really the pinnacles BMW. Switch gear, road feel, ride, comfort, CA not be matched by newer BMW. Styling, while a matter of preference is NICE!! Great job on this one!!!

[@MrJpiarull]

Another fantastic restoration Sreten. Utilitarian, yet stylish :)

[@BkSMedia]

A beer well deserved Sreten! The E39 came out amazing! I especially love when you do headlight retrofits, it's probably my favourite mod to do!

[@amar6036]

Sreten ti si manijak, toliko ljubavi i paznje, svaka cast.. Zivio...

[@johncarella1836]

It looks Brand New! What a difference!!! 👍🏼

[@jasonryan8163]

Absolutely fantastic, it's great to see someone take so much pride in their work. That's the great thing about this channel, everything is done so well. It's definitely one of the best automotive channels on KZbin. No doubt about it.

[@25troy]

The car looks spectacular, like new! Well done Sreten, and all the best for your upcoming nuptials! Rest well and looking forward to that supercharger in the summer ;-)

[@hawkertyphoon4537]

Jealousy is what i feel towards you, your skill, dedication and everything. i had one like that, and i effed it up. It still hurts years after the fact.

[@alainsanchezgabino1769]

I have been following you from Spain for a long time, you are a professional and you do fabulous things. Congratulations genius, if one day I visit Germany again I will visit you

[@mCoule]

Well done as always! I think its time now.. to build a E39 M5 touring 😍 Much appreciation from Sweden!

[@DashDrones]

I know this has nothing to do with the video but what were BMW thinking with the latest kidney grills?😳🤢🤮 How/Why do people still buy beemers, they lost their specialness over a decade ago... 🤔

[@chrisp.2544]

I agree. I reckon there has got to be a business case somewhere for making third party front end adaptors for the new BMWs that put a better looking grill on them.

[@omartahboub2900]

I have been watching your great videos since the Pandemic ! I strongly believe BMW should hire you as a Chief Auto Restoration Officer 😃!!

[@nickstathes5711]

Omg, I cannot believe that’s the same car. You are a LEGEND!

[@jamesbaggaley1460]

16:44 I thought Sreten had aged 30 years. Didn’t think the repair would take that long 🤣🤣

[@dillanmistry]

Using the rotary really made the paint look like you added another layer of lacquer on it, that is true show room condition🙌

[@boscogong4242]

Nice! E39 was BMW's best looking 5 series.

[@jamessuman2151]

For me first stop on the test drive would be straight back to that dealership. Ok, you've convinced me, I'll get an E39. Gorgeous car

[@dadox46kart55]

Congratulations, you're really the best BMW not officially mechanic all around the world. ❤