The Grand Finale - V12 BMW E38 750iL Restoration - Project Dubai: Part 7
The last chapter in this restoration endeavor and getting this BMW 7 series back to its former glory. The satisfaction level is pretty big in this one as we complete paint correction, interior detail and then take a lap around the famous Nürburgring! I also tell you how much money I've thrown at this V12 E38 to get it up to snuff and then have a delicious yogurt cup.
Update: The car is SOLD!
Credits for the short film: Alexander Giogios, Instagram @aphotography_22
Credits for the Frankfurt Skyline photos, Instagram @clicpic_
Nürburgring photos - racetracker.de
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This is the gold standard of car restoration channels, without a doubt.
James Bond car
Definitely
The attention to detail is outstanding this has been my favourite series so far.
Incredible attention to detail! Amazing work!
love it!
If cars could talk, this one would say "thank you!"
It would say "Vielen herzlichen Dank" if anything.
@@xamanto more like arabic shukran or japanese arigato since it spent most of its life in these countries
@@Pentazemin44 Nein.
.....and sorry 😆
The fact you made a joke about scotty kilmer absolutely made my day.
“Slap me silly and call me Willy, a BMW with no leaks” LOL 😂
Now that’s extensive work haha
It's called replace everything. Was LMAO with this one 😂
This is a car will never look old. One of the most beautiful designs ever.
A car that always remains beautiful and elegant and that will grow in value over time. If well maintained.
*the most beautiful design ever
Timeless
And its little brother the e39 ... both timeless
@@R400TVR I own a 2021 750i Msport and I love them both 😒
Man the pictures at the end. Thats like 7er Brochure tier ahaha.
Yeah, awesome pictures!!!
That's a picture you want to see on your wall! Wow!
Truth, absolute porn.
Serious question. Where can I get those pictures???
Anyone know the name of the song starting around 19:55 ? I need to know please
From an Era in which BMW made the best looking cars of the entire industry. Thank you M539!❤️
the only word to describe this car is "Masterpiece"
This guy washes car better than most of the so called detail experts.
Yeah, because he do it for himself 😁
But they are doing it in proffesional garages where chemicals are going in to the separators. Not to the ground .
Hahaha...so true...this man si good at everything😄😄👍👍👍
@@maciejgierada4338 You sound like a lot of fun.
I mean, I cannot recall a single detail video where they took the bumpers off to go deeper with the clean.
Imagine buying a car from this guy, it will be like brand new
21K is a lot? sign me up
@@AndreaCicko Is that all he asked for the 750iL?? What a bargain.
Where does he put these cars up for sale? I myself would love to buy from him, he takes these cars back to factory.
@@benkse2010 Not quite, but he does about an 92% job - not sure about updates to the last best p/n's for components either, but I am not normal either and mine for own enjoyment were better than showroom condition and always performed better.
No, better than new
There is no other car restoration channel that is presented with the same passion!….. simply the best 👌🏻
Restoring an e38 to this level, this is a great service to humankind.
e38 simply has timeless lines. One of the best looking sedans ever. Dare I to say not just best looking sedans but cars in overall?
@Mark Morrissey This E38 and the E34 5 series are 2 of the best looking saloons ever made.
Agree. I would add the E39 series
@@holaadios9958 An E39 540i is one of my dream cars.
Arnas Dre I own one of these myself, I can tell you, it is the most beautiful 4 door car ever.
Agreed, as a Mercedes fan myself I have to admit these E38s have always been a favourite. Not to say that a W140 Mercedes isn't a good looking car ;)
This dude restored a flagship V12 all by himself. If there was a world competition for restoration, he won hands down. Great Job.
I guess you have never seen a real restoration starting with the whole body going in an acid dip.
@@Frostified I guess you miss read "by himself".
Well, check Perfection86 then😁
@@Frostified Lol'd at the gatekeeping... Only a real restoration with an acid dip, right....
@@MannyDoesWhatEver You didn't see the part where someone else painted the bumpers and did the pdr? Replacing OE parts is not hard nor restoration.
Thi is the only channel I keep the ads play in the background to support him. Really great content!
Ein Traum von einem Bmw Der E38 LCI ist und bleibt der SCHÖNSTE 7ner aller Zeiten. Vielen Dank das Du uns so detailliert an Deiner Arbeit teilhaben läßt. Mega Informativ, mach bitte weiter so.
damn it looks like it just rolled out of factory, still cant believe how underrated this channel is, keep doing amazing work like this, its the only good thing on 2020
Just brilliant. Has been an absolute pleasure to be on this journey with you !
dude if you go full time that would be nuts, i hope the channel just blows up and you earn enough money to open up a real workshop that just handles bmw's the way they should be. i am from austria and i would totally take my car to frankfurt just to get maintenance or smth done by you
I discovered you channel a couple of days ago and I'm completely addicted. Your passion, skills, jokes, 80s and 90s BMW...where can we go from here. Next step is heaven for sure or one day buy a car from you. Great work and can't wait for all the projects in the future.
Am I the only one who appreciates the choice of 80-esque background music?
You're not alone man. The vibes are strong
love it too
it's called synthwave
@@CuoreSportivo you opened a new world for me
"We are sailing now!" --- I mean youre not wrong with that 750iL land yacht.
he's got a point
Hahaha
Nono hes got a point
This is a car will never look old!
Fantastic work. One of the most beautiful BMWs ever made. Even in gray, this car is beautiful.
Actually it's Silver in colour!
@@somerandomgoogleuser3374 Silver = Metalic Grey Metallic gray is a representation of the color of polished silver.
@@gsp911 Not being a twat at all but isn't "Metallic Gray" Gun Metal Gray or ???? I am genuinely asking, as hey, i whole heartedly stand to be corrected. Genuinely so.
I can't express how joyful it is to hear your "coooooooming up". Keep em coming!
Drop everything, pause the phone, is time for the big TV for this video. Cheers dude.
Same here... 😅
Same here
I was watching it on my phone and had to switch to my 65" 4K TV. Awesome video
AFTER YOU FINISH, IT'S AS IF THE CARS SAY THANK YOUUUUU! AND THEN THEY DRIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIVE BABYYYYYYYY THIS IS AMAZINGGGG
This man is single handily keeping BMW's legacy alive.
Never stop doing videos in this format !!
Honestly, $26,000 for a 20 year old V12 7 series that has had all the problems fixed by someone who knows what they're doing and did it properly and has paint correction is a fantastic deal.
Absolutely! And you just know it is going to be worth quite a bit more than that in a few years time too! So its a very secure investment.
@@soundseeker63 26 000$ (22 000€ in new car market ..not v12 just rollingdogshit.
You can buy a Honda... or you can buy a V12 limousine!
@@nickr7801 great comment Nick 100%..
Truedat
protect this man at all costs. he should run the country
I’ve been binging your channel for the past week and wanted to let you know how much I enjoy your videos. Your clarity, production value, attention to detail, and devotion to OEM is a joy to behold. I grew up admiring BMWs and it is great to see you restoring cars from the era when BMW really was the ultimate driving machine. I’m curious to know how you developed your knowledge and skills and remain in awe of your encyclopedic knowledge of these cars. Keep on doing what you are doing and thanks for sharing your experiences!
The photographs at the end are absolutely stunning. They could have been lifted straight from the press kit in 2000. Amazing result overall on the car.
Can’t decide what I enjoy more - the car restoration or the 80’s music
Exactly! :D
Both 😊👊🏿
same here, that retro synthwave fits perfectly
The true ultimate driving machine that outdid Mercedes back in the day, I get emotional seeing this brought back to glory by a masterful restorer
This was the best car ever from BMW and the W140 S600 from Mercedes. I miss the 90's.
When the v10 m5 is ready you have to take it around the Nürburgring as well.
Mate it's not even my car and I feel so heartbroken that I'm not going to get to see it anymore. Well done mate. You're a legend ♥️
I feel the same. It will be missed.
Well said! Def a legend!
As a fellow owner of a 2001 Titanium E38 750il with gray leather, I really enjoyed this restoration. I have owned mine for 10years and logged almost 100K on the car, currently sitting at 204K. Your videos have inspired me to go through and mechanically restored my 1991 E31 6spd. This Saturday my mechanic and I worked together to tear down to the intake seals. I think we will go to the valley pan and replace the coolant o rings , water pump. I have an E32 750il with 64K original miles that will be next. Between you and bimmerforums we get the opportunity to enjoy some of the best driving cars ever made.
Old BMW’s just have a special place in my heart. The whole vibe you get while driving one is just something otherworldly.
The film in the end looks like a professional bmw commercial i'm amazed i have nothing more to say... nice work bro
Absolutely agree!... great production values equal to professional advertising agency quality !!
This is a rising star in the automotive youtube world! Amazing quality of work and video 👌🏼!!
This is the very best car repair channel on youtube. Thank you for all videos...
Loved the video Sreten - great content and production. Whoever bought the Dubai has got a fantastic car and a slice of luxury for sure. Well done and keep it up.
fantastic WORK ! the BEST car restorations on KZhead ! I watched every episode twice and every time I am awating the next one.
Twice? You are a fan indeed.
@@AlexanderMichelson yes, sir.
For a software engineer you are one helluva BMW mechanic. Much respect sir!
How can one dislike this? Amazing job again Sreten! Please don't stop making awesome projects 🙌🏻
Nachdem du die Sachen vom Lederzentrum ausgepackt hast war ich absolut hin und weg. Bester Mann überhaupt.
What a finale! I have the privilege to be close friend of this wonderful human being. Even though I sort of have first hand knowledge of videos to be released and we discuss a lot of things, I'm still blown away by every new video. It's getting old to say it but this one might be the best so far (till next one, lol). Anyway, I trully hope to see you in Europe this summer my friend!
Cheers, Z!
Congrats on completing an amazing restoration job. It has definitely been a fun journey to watch. I liked your no compromise approach even tho it landed you on a higher total cost. This car deserved it.
I watched all 7 parts without skipping a second. You just built my dream ride bro!
I was enjoying this but when the 80’s style music started, I was in heaven. Edit: Thank you
Spectacular send off to a great build! It’s so rare to see completed builds on KZhead with such clear purpose.
Dude your channel is criminally underrated. I'm glad I subscribed ages ago
I say like the other people here. If I am going to buy a restored car, it will be from you. That passion is hard to find! Excellent work!
I’ve just watched all of Project Dubai again & that car is absolutely stunning! The film at the end actually gave me goosebumps! Serten you should be so so proud of what you have achieved & the pleasure that all you’re videos gives to everyone. You deserve every bit of the success you’ve had & more will inevitably follow, for what I believe is the best car channel on KZhead. Bravo Sir!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Absolutely stunning example of an iconic BMW masterpiece! Worth EVERY bit of his asking price and then some! VERY Well Done!
You should put the track photos on a shirt and sell them. Very proud.
Dear Sreten, we need another E38. I've watched this series 6 times already :D
Love the "Fletch" soundtrack when your vacuuming! Brings me right back to the '80s. I love how you can just roll right onto one of the world's most famous race tracks as if for a Sunday drive. lol
41:58 - BMW called - they want their old advertisement photo back!
"Cooooming up" Love it.
Oh that´s the seal of a quality upload right there!
"Tonight on Top Gear!" Same vibe
I don’t understand why you don’t have a million subscribers. Excellent content and great entertainment. Vielen dank!
I love your OCD approach to BMW restoration, coupled with your dry, witty commentary... Bravo..!
I will forever regret letting my E38 (2001 740i) go after thousands to restore her to perfection. At 57 years old, I have owned a lot of vehicles and none even compares to the E38, it was the height of automotive perfection that no one understands who has never had a proper example of one in their driveway. I congratulate you on yet another fantastic restoration that you too will one day regret letting go of.
Had my 740il stolen while out of the country..been looking to replace it for 3 years now. Moose Steak selling yours! Sure this one is sold by now. Great car + guy + channel!
I advice you to rebuy another.E38..maybe a 750 "james bond" or an L7 or even in LWB if your precedent was Shprt..for not regret your ex car , ...me too i lett my first Sel 600 w140 is was black. In 2006 .i rebuy another 600 Sel same but in blue my favorite color. ...........
WELL SAID. I didn’t own it but had the privilege of driving a 740 ‘99 for an entire summer (friend was deployed) the previous owner (also a good friend) kept it immaculate. When I got it I literally filled 4 glad garbage bags full of trash out of it. Spent 1 full 12hr day detailing the outside, then another on the inside. Here in N.Italy 🇮🇹 the speed limits are loosely enforced...That car ran so smooth at sustained 125mph(210kmh). BEAUTIFUL CARS.
@@SprayIgniteBoom Too True! Loved the suspension after 160kph it squats and steering tightens. Always give a borrowed car back cleaner and full gas. Check tires, oils. fluids. Class act.
@@petepenn1 It was a COMPLETELY different approach to building/designing vehicles. I get that post ‘10 cars have more ‘gadgets’ but many of those cover up the poorly designed steering racks, overall quality and DRIVER inputs...either way self driving electric cars will get government backing and the mass public will love them...🤔👌🙁
Those Nurburgring shots look amazing...!
Breathtaking
$16k is definitly a lot, but when you consider this car was over $100,000 new in todays money, its not so bad. And this is an amazing car, it deserves to be restored.
Those Nürburgring shots are amazing
Standing Ovation! This is a Master Class in BMW restoration. Well done! Absolutely well done, sir!
The reason this Chanel is exciting, is because of his passion absolute master class of a mechanic
Thanks for the restoration. I wish you were in the States to restore mine. The most beautiful BMW ever. The truly ULTIMATE DRIVING MACHINE!
I give you only 1 comment!! I see tgis night all the videos about the project dubai.... You have maked a FANTASTIC JOB!!! I don't have other words! You are an artist!!!
I really like that you only use oem parts, it's satisfying to watch.
Agree!.... there is no substitute for original equipment parts, fit, function and durability are guaranteed!
You are crazy man, in a good way. You work on your cars exactly the way I dream to work on mine.
Hello from BimmerForumns - it's taken me a long time to finally watch this, but WOW... incredible!
Fantastic vid, enjoyed ever minute, Can't believe 42 minutes went by so quick, sign of true magic.
hahaha, same here, it´s always the same in this chanel :D
I have watched all 7 episodes. You take pride in your work. Many mechanics do not enjoy working on BMW's but one senses that this us your passion. One freindly request though, please refrain from the Name of Jesus from your vocabulary when struggling as it is offensive to those who love and respect Him. Thank you.
@@chrisvandenheever958 hm, what about the other groups he mentions when struggling, maybe it is offensive for them to? Tolerance is a great thing, censorchip not, also if you ask for it in a friendly way, at the end if you listen to every group that finds something offensive in this video, it would convert this entertaining video into a silent movie if the creator "gives in" ;)
I'd have honestly bought it if it was rhd. What a perfect restoration. Worth a lot more than 21k!!
dont worry he'll get at least 40k from that, l know a guy who is willing to pay 35k+ for one of these
It's worth 30k at minimum. Haggling and finding someone that really wants it can bring it up to 35-40k easily.
Agree!, it’s way undervalued at €21,000 ... its genuine collectable / investment grade quality !
Same here. If only it were RHD.
@@jko8888 RHD?
One of the best looking sedan cars of all time. Said by an Audi fan.
I love this channel. I play it while I’m working. I use it for ASMR sometimes too when I’m trying to nap. I share it all the time. Great work.
Yes sir ! This is the best weekend information that could be. Fastening seatbelts, drinking bourbon, and watching the Master at his best. Can't wait for project Raleigh !
the M539 channel is a dreamchannel for bmw nutters like me, Love it!
I am not a BMW guy but man oh man do love those old 7 series. They are just pure class!!!
I've just spent the past 3 or 4 hours straight watching the entire project dubai and have thoroughly enjoyed every minute. Another E38 fan here. Loving your videos, keep up the amazing work!
One person that does better work across multiple disciplines than some who specialise in them. Great work!
What the hell? I'm in the USA using Menzerna and you're in Germany using Meguiars. We got our loyalties mixed up.
Both of them are good :^)
In my opinion the E38 is the most beautiful of the whole 7 series of all times. You did the best job to turn it back on the road. Thanks for the pure joy of watching the series on Dubai project!👏🏻
"scotty somethin' challenge" I fucking died ahahahahah
It was a pleasure to watch that build man! Waiting for the M5 now! Have your like good sir, cheers from Argentina!
Fran... Para cuando un vídeo nuevo de Luigi.?
@@ulisesgonzalez6956 Naaaanananananananan me muero!! Nunca pense en encontrarme a alguien por aca! jaja En breve saldrán videos, tengo que arreglarlo.. y casi que he juntado las ganas para ponerme! jaja
@@FranRuiz y en realidad espero los videos de todos tus autos pero Luigi me puede... Jaja y ahora con este maestro que ya llevo casi más de medio año viéndolo no tiene desperdicio ningún video esperando como muchos que arranque con el M5. Jaja saludos.
The only channel on KZhead that can make 40 minutes feel like 5. Beautiful car and thanks for the videos!
By far the best restoration channel on KZhead.
I just clicked "like" when I heard "coooming up!". There's just not a bad video from you. As a classic BMW owner with a penchant for DIY, this is just right up my alley, enjoyed every one the 42 min of this video. Can't wait to see more. Danke schoen fur die videos! Saludos from Kolumbien hahaha
"Coming up." I really like that intro.
My man you’re on a complete different league. From the E60 to the wonderful E46 touring and now this. The craftsmanship and attention to detail you put in here is simply out of this world. Best in class!
when you said no pressure one could really feel how smooth this car is. nice video!!!!!
I really enjoyed this video. I was 16 yrs old when I got a job at a VW/BMW dealer outside Chicago. I learned to drive stick shift on an 88 M5. Drove 850s and new M3s chipped by Dinan and those beautiful 7 series cars as new. The older BMWs were total class and built to last. If my job and paycheck improves I’ll be reaching out to buy one of your properly “restored with care” cars.
I know this car from Dubai, and im so happy to see this result! Looking forward to see e34 in this channel.
ANOTHER GREAT RESTORATION , WHEN BMW LOOKED LIKE BMWS , GUYS A LEGEND.
The best car restoration i have ever seen, you are legend my friend, Salute from Dubai
Some of the best car content on KZhead no corners cut. We'll done sir danke schön.
" ... but that's not how we role here." Gotta love that attitude.