Would It Make Sense To Restore This Old Benz??

[@tportrey]

Did anyone else catch that Mike opened the gas fill door on the GX instead of the hood release? Mike, you even went back and closed the gas fill door without realizing what you did. Always enjoy your content...keep up the great work.

[@bk_goatkim679]

I’m surprised he didn’t edit and butt in and just laugh

[@hamimiamhere]

You opening the petrol flap , :) instead of the bonnet lever 17:53

[@hagbard72]

That SL looks rough but at least doesn't have the biodegradable wiring harness.

[@jameelali1266]

Yeah Mike… you pulled the “wrong “ lever to open the hood… but 🤷🏻‍♂️🤷🏻‍♂️the M B… you know that’s your thing,and you’re getting better at restoring them.. you may even have some needed bits for it… all for the RIGHT price of course..

[@kirkacola7942]

That gray Mercedes is perfect for Mike!🤠👍🏻🍻

[@jeffcicale]

There's just something special about the R129s

[@rudypernas7962]

Yes i did hey mike you open the gas tank on that lexus SUV😅

[@gregoryreffitt7957]

I like the 92 Mercedes. It suits you Mike and it sounded good when you started it and it was running.

[@dwanerusselburg7435]

Mike you need to get that Lexus

[@johnhendersson1396]

Buy the mb 500SL it's a great car. I like those old cars they are solid.

[@JeffreyKilpatrick-nz8lc]

Hey Mike, That Lexus GX is just what you need! You said that you really enjoy that vehicle and it looks like everything except the fender is in the back so why not bid on it ? You'll be ahead of the game with a tried and true Toyota product that should last you a very long time. Go for it, we will enjoy watching you put it back together!

[@Lane-jq3ed]

Actually like that purplish color💯👍

[@henryhudson4046]

Mike, please check out and get a pickup truck in the near future. You need one..also,I love the new Volvo wagon project.

[@michaelwyatt8030]

Hello Mike I think you need the 92 Mercedes Benz

[@hamishcruden7623]

Pick up the R129... its a bit of an old Hunk but why not, people will watch the work!

[@howardgore9807]

Some good picks Mick. "I licky"

[@JW-lo2bh]

Either one of the Lexus cars would work! Mike...you REALLY need to carry a charged jump box with you! Seeing and hearing cars run will really add to your videos.

[@scottjoesting601]

Get one of those Lexus mike

[@kj7444]

get both mike good content

[@topaz69]

mikey needs a another Mercedes-Benz in his life

[@manowaari]

That SL is sweet! You need to save it!

[@malikdigger4544]

Digging last SUV in video 08 Lexus GX470 big easy fix cause most of parts u need are in back seat for me I'd just use aftermarket lights front & back

[@francoa.9646]

The GX ride height only works when you have the doors shut.

[@andrewthomason3857]

The SL would be good for the channel. You could spend some time mechanically evaluating it and fixing it up, then make a decision whether it makes sense to spend money on paint and cosmetics. Also, imagine the looks you’d get driving around town with the top down, Lola in the passenger seat, and the duck supervising things from the package shelf.

[@Scotts23]

I love the lexus I'd drive that to the moon and back its a beautiful car and I personally would love to see it on your channel the maroon is a very nice colour

[@whistlingdiesel]

Good that you know the inventory of all the pull a part yards in your area. That helps to make the right decision 😁😁

[@adamgabriel730]

As a surprise for your followers, you can grab one of those Lexuses, it will be a nice variation from the regular Benz and BMW on the channel.

[@brandonmorris2513]

Mike, my GX470 has 500,000 miles. All original powertrain etc. Can't beat 'em.

[@peterkwok9608]

I love the Lexus ES 330 Mike 😎😎👍👍

[@robmoore108]

I have an identical 2005 ES330 in old man tan. Was my dad’s. He passed away 2 years ago and mom gave it to me. 63,000 miles when I got it. 77,000 miles now. I drive it every day.

[@curtisappleby1204]

Im sure you will make a good choice on a good tow vehicle or fixer upper

[@timothykraus7654]

The reason for the nipples on European cars is usually on the glass lenses . the proper way to use the tool to align the headlamps attached to the three nipples ! Some times four ? But on volvos mbenz and BMW it was a tripod type device that attached to those to set the last ,right ,up and down to particular settings !

[@haskellburks]

Hello Mike aka Monkey Wrench Mike. The 2002 Lexus XC is a good looking car even though there is damage on the back bumper. The 2005 Lexus ES is a good looking car even though it's got damage on the drivers back side.

[@joshuagraham3222]

I love the Lexus GX. They last forever.

[@generationscomputersystems]

If I was stateside and can get to Tulsa, I would pick up that 02 Lexus ES 300 in a heartbeat. There's a slight buckle on the trunk lid apart of the damage you pointed out. Only thing I'm a little concerned is the coolant bottle. Looks like it may have overheated or has a damaged/leaking cap.

[@donaldpcunninghamace5600]

Hey Mike on the Lexus SUV is the driver's door missing a panel on the bottom? It looked like the clips were showing

[@edwardmartinez9459]

Hey Mike

[@jcritter9295]

Get it! I have a 1990 300e that I got for $600. Sat for few years. Slowly getting it back on the road. Then sell and grab another project

[@Bandiet-ne3zb]

Aaahhhh 500sl love it

[@svenfox2660]

The electric seat adjustment on the R129 may not work because the connectors under the seat are loose or corroded. Happens often with these vehicles. If he's cheap give him a go Mike! Greetings from Germany ; )

[@WrenchesOnJunk]

Mike - I’m sorry but ever since Randy mentioned that you emphasize the H in certain words, I can’t unhear it; reminds me of the Cool Hwhip episode of family guy every time! Love it though haha, thanks for the videos!!

[@NenadTrajkovic]

The Mercedes-Benz R129 is perfect for content on the channel, it even has the best engine from that time…

[@dweenmuse5765]

The lexus would be a nice change. The engine is dependable, but is a timing belt engine. This is on the camry frame.

[@rce59]

Toyota had trouble with their white paint color. They had a warranty for repainting for certain years. You might check if you win the auction on the Lexus.

[@henrimelchior3832]

The first Lexus was great, i had an Ls 400 and it was a good car 👍

[@brandonmorris2513]

Mike, you popped the fuel door on the GX which is right next to hood release......You never popped the hood.

[@Timothy_Kim]

Hello MWM! Great video as always and awesome vehicles you showed today. Hopefully you'll check out the Camry behind you on the first minutes of the video.

[@jackmead6166]

The Lexus SUV sounds great!!! It's interesting because I'm in Puerto Rico and we've just had a bunch of cars......... I would believe from Florida and the hurricane that happened several years ago hitting our used car market. There was lots of this type of vehicle. I do believe a Lexus for something a little different might be interesting but definitely something without a major project because I think you have enough of those.............. keep Safe!!!! 😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁😁

[@generationscomputersystems]

Mike, you pulled the wrong lever on that GX470. You pulled fuel door release, not the hood.

[@jamest6850]

That ES300 was my first Lexus. Nice car but the transmission was a bit iffy. You should buy that old merc it's great.

[@BoothsEurotrash]

Lots of good content on an r129. So much to break! I love them though. Mine keeps me busy! The Lexus would be a quick flip project maybe?

[@bk_goatkim679]

Back at the auction with Mike 😂😂this be my dinner eatery watcher! Keep it up Mike

[@robertvance1873]

Good looking Mercedes Convertible , Save Her.

[@jhfoever]

Wow i was looking at the early R129 with KE Jetronic FI. Please please please take that 500SL!

[@williamm.vazquez8801]

Nice Lexus

[@DannyMiller-p1u]

Yes save her

[@micahbush3877]

Great video Mike keep up the great work

[@Lifetime1776]

Kool benz Mike just like rusty the red 🚗

[@dizrick]

any of the lexus vehicles would be great.

[@bsclifton]

Oof - I'd stay away from that R129 personally (and I'm an R129 lover). You can get a nice example for dirt cheap - market values for them are in the toilet. 92 has the CIS-E as you showed, with the fuel distributor. If you had to get the M119 engine, I would get one with LH. The color on that one is 199 Blauschwartz. If you do buy it, you'll have to look at all the top hydraulics along with the cosmetic issues you saw. It's hard to find good condition door cards for the 1990-1995 style 😭

[@Bandiet-ne3zb]

Mike 500sl yesyesyes

[@Sanchoskid]

"Why couldn't I fall in love with a Lexus?" And the auction is soon? Come on MWM...... Here's your chance! Enough with the MB!

[@victorrobinson9116]

You know those kind of vehicles are not rated for towing a car trailer monkey wrench mike 😢

[@harleydude-xo8pu]

Mike, look at the driver rear tire on the Mercedes, it appears to be pointed inward looks like it hit something on the underside.

[@charlesking1244]

Happy Holiday’s Mike, Yes By All Means, Save That ‘92 Mercedes Benz SL500, Such A Sexy Ol’-Girl, Deserves A Second Chance, Could Make For Good Content.. I’d Pass On That Lexus LX450 (aka. Toyota 4-Runner ) Though..

[@allen521971]

Love your videos keep up the good work

[@darkrose4704]

Monkey Wrench Mike is my hero!!!😂😂😂

[@CL500MBZ]

Get the Benz Get the Benz Get the Benz

[@cesarmoran7433]

Hopefully that Mercedes can work out for you

[@rainierhoeglmeier9786]

Double check that the main harness was replaced they are bio degradable and almost impossible to find. Other than that it’s a great car I have a 1997 with the Pano 55k miles

[@kj7444]

thanks for the video's

[@ImpalamansGarage]

yep.... pickup truck dude !

[@zech007]

Hmm...maybe not pre 1994 SL. Not only the hydraulics for the top probally needs rebuilt the wire harness is another issue, and for 1992 fuel distributor ie Bosch CIS fuel system are pain in the ass to deal with too

[@rizkybiss]

The rear drivers side wheel looks bent inward on the 500 SL.

[@SnepperStepTV]

Yeah do it

[@coreywelder4787]

Get it

[@mexicanspec]

I associate that SL with the death of Bill Cosby's son, but his was the SL600. There was too many unanswered questions on that case.

[@brentgilmore3281]

Oh Mr Mike, please NO on purple cars! I love Lexus but, NO PURPLE!!! 😂

[@byronholt4912]

I know you’re a MB man but I’m waiting to see what happens when you buy your first Lexus!

[@markrichardson3566]

Get the Lexus SUV , you can fix it Mike 🎉

[@ryanstevens6010]

Don’t think of it as a glorified Toyota engine but a detuned Lotus engine

[@hildajuarbe6570]

😂 i saw it started to crack up 😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@CON1FER]

Lexus Suspension won’t move if door/s are open Mike

[@craighoskins1618]

Mike get the 92 Mercedes

[@johnscales1686]

Mick get mec it looks ❤ boss ❤

[@paulbingville6485]

Or, instead of a pickup, get that big old SUV and take out everything behind the front seats giving you plenty of cargo space.

[@richardgreene3460]

Ironically, the R129 (1990+) can be bought dirt cheap compared to the R107, especially the 86-89 560SL! The R129 has never had the respect of the 560! The early R129 had evaporator problems when new which required dash removal! MB quietly approved many warranty claims from furious owners!

[@Bandiet-ne3zb]

Mike benz benz benz

[@bobfox2733]

Restore a Toyota & Honda maybe

[@piotrmamut9709]

I love R129 but i think this one is rather lost for us... :(

[@mikejanne7001]

An R129 or R230 would be great, but that's not the one.

[@howardrobbins5874]

Grab it

[@dustyrusty6840]

What happened to the ford truck that Randy gave you, that you spent a lot of money on it?

[@Simplyput3451]

Hii MWM

[@G.M85007]

The lexus suv for u

[@Anderslisa90]

You Americans would love to own a pickup truck!? Here in Europe they are rare. Here in Sweden, the big seller is a station wagon or an SUV. With the Lexus, you can tow, fold the seats and drive spare parts. We think a pickup truck is big and clunky and uses a lot of gas. If we drive a lot of waste and other things, then we have a small trailer. You drive a Mercedes, be a little more European!👍😎

[@sebastianpaes2935]

Hello Mike, why you are not carrying your booster pack like Randy. Not all cars are going to start to check everything.

[@denitipuric1130]

Save the Mercedes

[@JeffreyKilpatrick-nz8lc]

Mike one more thing, you have already been told that you opened up the gas door instead of the hood. Just sayin'...

[@wolfhound4010]

Mikey Mikey Mikey. Please buy a truck you need a tow pig. Please show more trucks!