The Best BMW! Final Touches & Detail on my $500 E46 330i Sport
2023 ж. 8 Қаң.
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She’s ready to be my daily! So happy with the outcome on this one. I’ll link products used down below. Comment what you’d like to see next, and thanks for watching ❤️
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you don't understand just how satisfying it is watching you bring back this car to life when it was probably destined for the scrapper. Also, you keep your tools clean, organized and put away after use. It's extremely infuriating watching some of these youtube channels where people work on cars, and their shop is a complete mess, tools all over the place. It's horrendous. I have to usually click off. Yours? satisfying. Would love to see a video on a shop cleanup, tools tour. Maybe recommendations for power tools etc. Keep up the great work, I'm looking forward to more content. Cheers!
Great idea, I’d love to do a shop/ tool box tour. Maybe I can make it happen this week and mix it up. Really appreciate the comment, I strive for clean methodical work :)
@@DayOffDIY Working with method is so good for mental health (yours and ours) Thank You.
I recommend m539 restorations 👍
@@gerhard8856 I've been addicted to his stuff too. Great humor and thorough guides
@@lollypop9580 thanks :)
I love how thorough you are with your cleaning and repurposing older cars such a cool idea keep make them videos bro
Thank you Felipe! Appreciate it
Dude. I’m very glad I stumbled across your video. I’ve had a 2004 325i for 10 years now and you’ve inspired me to give it a very thorough clean inside and out and bring it back to life.
Awesome to hear Jose, welcome to the channel! Theyre worth it, timeless body style and they drive so well! thanks for the comment
If you want to re-dye the drivers seat M539 Restorations did it on his E46 a year or so ago and had some great tips and tricks. All for a budget build but I know far to many folks who have learned the cheap tires lesson the hard way. I always try and get a solid brand, even if it means saving up a lot more. Can't put a price on safety, especially when you're driving hard. Looking forward to seeing the other cheap E46 on the channel
The seats are definitely due. His channel is great. Really good quality content. Youre right about the tires. I probably should have got something a little nicer, but the budget is tight at the moment and had to get her rollin. Appreciate the comment Joe!
Good stuff man! A thorough interior clean is such a rewarding job.
It really is! thanks for stopping by
so happy to see that u are saving and bringing back to life these super nice old bmw's respect!!
Glad you like them! Theyre real fun to drive when theyre in good shape. Thanks for stoppin by!
I just purchased a 2003 330 convertible with sport package. Ive watched 40 utube videos and yours was truly among the very best. I chose a convert because my first car was a BRG MGB. I love to hear the true sound of the exhaust with any,.. and all sportscars Ive owned. And at 68 Ive owned an embarrassing number. Because auto enthusiasts may age in number but never lose their enthusiasm. Great video.
thats so awesome to hear! thanks for sharing! congrats on the new purchase, i hope she brings you some joy!
love the attention to detail, especially seeing as its all being done with fairly standard tools. also nice seeing someone who knows what they're talking about and explaining all the little hints and tips.
Thanks Marcus, thats the ultimate goal! appreciate the support
Great video! Glad you are enjoying Trim Shine 😀
Thanks! Cool to see you guys in here, great products 👍🏻
I’m so happy I found this channel yesterday. Made this blue 330 a gem🎉
Welcome aboard! Thanks for the comment, been loving ripping around in that car, so fast and fun to drive! more content coming soon
Great video man! The old gal is running strong! Love your videos! Keep pumping them out!
Super pumped on how it’s running! Thanks man
Everyone talking about how satisfying it is but that mustache is epic
hahah thanks Joseph!
He’s got a beard now😊
This is so wholesome, you’ve done some magic 💪
Thank You! Appreciate it
Another fantastic watch bro. The e46 is a tidy ride when all fixed up. Such a good platform to work on. Can't wait to see the other one given new life.
Thanks for the comment Thomas! Ive been loving driving it so far! My other 330i should be getting some much needed attention starting tomorrow!
Bro your videos are high quality, no filler and show what we want to see! Keep it up man you’re at 4k subs but with this method you’re gonna grow!
Thank you ! I appreciate the support! :)
Another brilliant video, keep up the good work bro
Thanks, will do!
Following since first episode, awesome work buddy!
Awesome, thank you! Appreciate the support since the beginning!
Love your videos, they're really good. 👌🏿👍🏿
Thank you!
I just recently found your channel and subscribed, I've been Bing watching here in NC. I have 2 bmw 325i and Xi & 3 325i and Xi. The wagons are my favorite as they both have drilled and slotted rotors, koni adjustable shocks with aftermarket suspension etc.... so yes I'm very impressed with the amount of knowledge you have. Keep putting these videos out. I was really excited watching this particular video because of the detail and new tires. Awesome job!
Thanks Johnny, I appreciate the support! The wagons are awesome, I’d love to build one
@@DayOffDIY The reason I really enjoy your channel is fix all the mechanical problems & tune the vehicle up and then start on cosmetics. If people pay attention to how this craft is perfected then you are saving this new generation a very important lesson.
Great video's my man! Love your channel. Keep it up. You got massive youtube potential.
i really appreciate that!!!
Wow she is coming along great, love watching your videos, it just makes me miss the manual E46 330i that I had, it was the exact same colour as your one
Badass! thanks for the comment, appreciate the support
It’s a Really Nice job you did on this video ! 👍
Thank you Carlos! Appreciate the support
Youre a happy man and we are happy viewers. Not forgetting your E46s got a new happy life.
Yes it did indeed! Thanks for the awesome comment Andre
Greetings from Romania! I just found your channel, good content. Please keep it up!
Romania! Awesome to meet ya James, thanks for the comment
Dope. Total transformation 💯🔥
Appreciate it!! Thanks for the comment
Love your vids keep it up❤
Thanks! Will do! Appreciate it
Great work man!
Appreciate it!
You do a far better job than most of the used car lots I've had to do work for. If they just put a little more effort, people would be willing to spend the extra cash a a super clean car. I like using a Citrus cleaner for all the sticky soft touch stuff, especially sticky horn/air bag steering wheel covers.
Hey I appreciate that! Just trying to lead by example!
New vid! 🎉 You’re really convincing me to buy an E46 to toy with.
Go for it! If you can find one cheap! Thanks for the support
Daily my BMW e46 sedan every day in Canada winter just replaced my power steering reservoir this week and changed 2 ignition coils and spark plugs amazing how these cars drive for 20yrs + ! Great content 🇨🇦 and ❤ ny scan tool 😂
Hard to find a car that drives as nice as E46s with the same age. Awesome to hear! keep up the good work :)
Nice transformation 💯
Thanks 💯
If I was driving alone all the time, then I'd detail my car to this level, but since I mostly have somebody with me, then I clean the most crucial parts - vacuuming everything, cleaning surfaces, sometimes when carpet gets dirty under the protective carpet, i clean it out :D
hahah yeah me too, i never go this big, but i did it for all of us :)
Hey man loving the content and really looking forward to you growing this channel :). I echo the advice already mentioned by others regarding the language, and I'm glad that you not taking offence to the suggestions. I also watch vids with the family around sometimes, so profanity limits when and what I get to watch the content. I was was so looking forward to a detail of this car! As much as I love the mechanical content, there is nothing more satisfying seeing a transformation from crusty to fabulous! Keep up the great work!
Hey Pravin, thanks for the awesome comment. I was able to go in and edit the content after posting to remove the profanity. Did you hear any viewing the video today? I updated last night and thought I had it fixed. Thanks!
@@DayOffDIY I watched the vid last night, but only went back to comment today when I was in front of my pc. I'll give it another watch. Appreciate your efforts!
@@pravinnaidu9652 okay just wanted to make sure my edit was successful, thanks for the feedback, appreciate ya
awesome video - great edits great dialogue! keep this shit up!
Thanks brother!!!
Great Ride, watching you work on the Bimmer makes me feel a little more comfortable about buying a BMW.
Thanks mark! dont worry too much, as long as its well maintained most things are repairable. personally not a big fan of turbocharged BMWs for reliability
I’m about to get a 330ci I haven been wanting to know more about this car but I’ve been wanting to clean it and I’m excited after watching this video. You seem like a chill dude. But keep it up brotha. Be safe.
Thank you tristian! Appreciate the feedback. Thats awesome! I hope you get the car you are looking for
Really great content
Thanks Rich!
Good work, man!
Thanks!
I bought a 2003 BMW 325i for $500 from a relative cause he lost the keys and he didn't maintain the car so I'm basically going to be bringing it back to life. Video motivated me to start!
Thats awesome news! cant go wrong with an E46. Good luck with repairs! youll have an awesome car in no time
Keep bringing good content 👌 💯
Will do! :)
i love your videos!!!
Thanks!
Nice tutorial. Just got my hands on a FL garage find 330ci stick.These puppies just cradle you in a zoom like a bumble bee.
Thanks Jorge! Such a fun car to drive, found myself falling in love with driving e46s again, especially with the MT. Nice find!
@@DayOffDIY Thanks man. Really enjoying your channel's Ode to the Bimmer.. Will certainly stay tuned.
My guy, you need to upload more often, im out here waiting for a week for a new video 😁 Great stuff as always!
Hahah I’m doing by best! Hoping to bring an editor into the deal so I can get up to 2-3 videos a week. Thanks for waiting, and the support :)
Your mustache game is strong. Love the videos.
Thanks! I wonder what would happen to the channel if i shaved it lol
Gut gemacht mein Freund! Chapeau!
Thank you Peter!!!
I like using tuff stuff and detail brushes to clean the interior plastics
Haven’t used tuff stuff before, I’ll have to give it a shot. Good to see you Lt!
Great job!
Thank you! Cheers!
Mine stick also tends to go more to the right, looking forward to the DIY
Ill be sure to address it one day :)
Oooh so excited! She's gonna be soooo nice :)
Well on her way! Good to see you Michal
@@DayOffDIY Well good to see you! Your detailing skills genuinly surprised me, most mechanics I know don't have any sort of idea how to do such things... I'm kind of a detailer myself - I don't do it professionally, but it is a huge passion of mine. I would suggest using a steamer especially on the greasy stuff (door handle, cupholders...), it's really helpful and speeds up the whole process. They're pretty cheap (I got mine for like 20€) and super handy. :)
Great Idea! Glad to hear i got your approval ;) Im not much of a knowledgeable detailer, but i try. Thanks for the tip!
My 330ci is called manfred😂 he’s playing me up at the moment with the alarm going off and the windows opening on their own. Love the work. Keep it up mate👍🏼
Hahahah man that’s crazy! I wonder what’s going on….. battery tired?
@@DayOffDIY don’t think so, I reckon I’ve damaged the door actuator sensor. Was frozen the other day and tried to close it with it stuck.
ahhhhhh that would make sense! maybe disconnecting it will bring you some temporary peace. I assume its the entire door lock actuator that needs replacing?
New subscriber here, I’m really enjoying the vids, the car looks great too.
Thanks for the sub! I appreciate your support!
Great job
Thanks!
Damn this thing is clean! Like it
Yeah she is!
Haha too funny I named my e46 Betty 😂 Love the detailing stuff. Now I really want to take my seats out to vacuum under them. To refresh that worn bolster on the driver’s side, colourlock has some awesome products I’m going to try on mine. On that sedan, I think you can just replace the headlight lens with new ones? That would definitely refresh that front end and headlights….better visibility at night too.
Classic! And my truck is Bertha lol Do it dude! so worth it, it used to stink, but now it smells like citrus ! Yeah you can rebuild em, im gunna do a video on it in the future for sure. Great idea on the seat dye, ive always wanted to try it!!!
I really love these videos! Would also love to see a buyers guide for the e46. My plan is to buy a used one in decent condition with a few issues here and there to fix myself but I really struggle to know what would be red flags and find out what issues are acceptable
That’s a great idea! I’ll do it sooner than later. Should be a fun video to shoot and make
Yahoo indeed! I get the same thrill when I turn my key. Love the startup sound. Great job as usual. Tire prices are crazy now. Beautiful detail result. I like the overhead view when driving. Please show us the ATF refresh. Email for sponsorships for new brake setup. Highlight your mechanic background and they should pick up your pure joy and love for This car. Hello Beembo and Stoptec.
Thats a great idea, by ATF refresh do you mean power steering system? I will sent some emails out for brake components, i think thats an awesome idea, thanks for the comment and info :)
also good to see you in here again
@@DayOffDIY yes power steering fluid. Throw in an edited highlight clip of your work and include the Yahoo's and some background happy upbeat music. Joyfulness is contagious and motivating. That yahoo should be your hook.
@@DayOffDIY I'm here. I'm hooked.
@@bogusienombre355 thanks! I oughtta bring you into the team, you’re full of good ideas :)
really happy you made it, I am in a bit worse thing as I need to cut out rust from wheel arches and sills, this will take few years to sort :D
Awh man! not much for rust out here, but goon on you for bringing it back to its former glory
Very nice!
Thank you! Cheers!
the moment he turned the boba around, my heart stopped for a second haha
Hahah got ya with the sealed lid 😉 bout to ruin a fresh clean interior lol
learning a lot from you just the difference is I have 330d manual here in Europe
what an awesome car! a diesel manual! badass
@@DayOffDIY yeah the torque and power is great :)
Brenda's nice and clean she is a stunner. Have you considered installing spacers on these rear wheels?
Thought hadn’t crossed my mind til you mentioned it, I might! We will see as I continue driving
You can use Doc Baileys Leather black to recondition that tired leather.
good Idea, havent used a proper product yet but ill have to give it a try
Great video as usual but at 39:27 you risked undoing all that hard work flipping that drink upside down. So glad it didn’t open up right there. Keep it up 👍
hahahah you gave me a good laugh, thanks! Great to see you in here again
I was thinking the same thing😂😂
Highly recommend xenonsonline, less known company been using for a while now, quality quartz housing and assemblies, ran in e90 never had an issue and they fill there own HID tubes so you color ranged bulb option. Very affordable for budget projects.
GREAT INFO! Thanks for the tip Zach. Ill have to check em out, Xenons can be so pricey! I rarely have to buy them, but when you do.....
Great content.... keep up the good work... HINT: Spaceres on the back wheels will do the job with rubber touching the body...
Yeah that’s a good point, I’m not a big fan of spacers, but if it becomes an issue I might run em, thanks for the comment!
Another video letsgoo😎👍🏽
Corbin you are fastttt! Youre the best
@@DayOffDIY was like, Why not replace both low beams?! Then you said they were $100/piece😨 Looks like the gauge cluster issue is fixed! I’m still watching haha
yeah lol ill buy halogens all day long but these puppies are pricey! thanks for being an awesome supporter of the channel
Awesome
Thank you!
I need to watch the video of him getting it running, I bought an e36 vert for $400 last month I’m putting back on the road :)
Nice find! sounds like a sweet deal. Got lots of episodes getting this engine back into good shape, hopefully you find them on my channel page :)
I love this car ! In Australia my dad has the exact same topaz blue and car but it’s a 318 I! I don’t know if you have those in America !!
I have yet to see a 318 E46 in america, I dont know if they were packaged here or not, im sure theres a BMW whiz in my comments that can answer it for you
Awesome bro! I found the same car for about the same price. Probably dumped 3500 into parts in the past 3 years. I've gotten around 50k miles out of her so far. Love this car so much.
Nice!! Great to hear. Its such a perfect car for just that, get it back to its original glory and rip it around for a daily
@@DayOffDIY yessssiiiiirrr! Mine came with a leaky oil filter housing gasket, no powersteering, bad coil packs etc etc etc the list goes on. She rips now bro. Funny thing is theres another 330i down the road from same as yours forsale. Its in nice condition, but nobody will offer the man nothing over 2k. These things are all over the place now. Keep up the good work 👍
@@frankendoodle6379 hell yeah well done! Another one saved
I was wondering if you know what the unconnected plug under the rear seat connects to?
Interesting how the 255 tires in the back rub considering that is the factory size for those wheels. I also have 255s in the back on my e46 sedan and experience no rubbing.
Yeah I looked at the factory sticker and 255 is what it calls for, maybe just over heavy bumps… we will see as time goes on
Get your self set of wheel spacer you ll be good no more rubbing
Yeah, thinking about it, or renewing the rear control arm bushings
255/35/18 is the correct size for this car and you need to do the rear bushings and wishbones and tracking afterwards and it will be all good. The evidence was on the tyres worn on the inside that there is to much camber and the top of the tyres is rubbing on the wheelarch. No need to grind or hammer anything 😉
Good point, haven’t had the alignment checked but the shoulders were almost separating on the old tires. I’ll have to tear out the rear control arms and do it the right way. Good info Bartosz, appreciate the comment! :)
the things i would do to have my own garage with this much space
mine wouldnt even fit a hatchback
been loving it. The garage is my favorite part about the house
@@DayOffDIY i really could do with one, i got a stone driveway too so i cant even do it on there, has to be in the street
“Oh damn, he got da PRINX.”
I love this stuff…goood action brother.
I like all your videos I learned a lot from it I am a fan thank you... But I'll say this with respect but I cannot stop looking up your mustache.. it's almost like perfect. Side by side..lol.... But thank you for your video man I enjoy all of them
Never seen anyone jack an e46 from the middle? Could you show us what jack point didnyou use? Would be very helpful
dont follow my example lol, i was going behind the pinch welds but learned my lesson by denting the underside of the unibody. I go off the lift points and the rear diff or the front subframe at all times now.
That phone situation happened to me! Took a bit to figure out where it was.
no way!
Nice video, you should consider getting the bmw scanner 1.4 as it’s really useful for figuring out what’s wrong the car. Might even tell you what’s wrong with the cluster if you are still having that issue!
Thanks for the tip! Ive been shopping for scanners as well as talking with a scan tool manufacturer for the channel, nothing yet but its a definitely needed upgrade
Very curious how you will tackle that torque converter, mine is currently slipping so gotta find how to fix that.
The torque converter has a internal lock-up clutch, used to reduce the transfer loss when not shifting. It fails when a seal inside the torque converter hardens or breaks apart, and starts to bypass fluid so that the clutch doesn't apply. The transmission controller detects the failure as it does many other shifting problems, by comparing the engine speed (via CANBUS), input shaft speed and the output shaft speed. The only fix is to replace the torque converter with a new or rebuilt one, which requires removing the transmission. The cost of the torque converter ($300-$500+) is minor compared to the labor. It's not possible to replace that seal yourself. It requires cutting the torque converter open on a lathe, replacing the seals that aren't all available on the open market (Sonnax does list some parts), welding it back together while being held in a precision rotating fixture, and balancing the assembly.
Looks like Donald in the reply described it perfectly. Im going to source a rebuilt or used torque converter, drop the trans, and swap em out.
great Explanation Donald, thanks!
Yeah, you're supposed to unplug the battery when removing the seats. If you turn the car on and the seats aren't connected you'll get an airbag light. You need to get that light reset. Yup, anytime you are doing anything airbag related, make sure you disconnect the battery
I don’t recall if ignition was keyed with seats out, although I do have a recall for 2 airbags so the dealership is gunna take care of those ones for me
Headlight lens needs some love Bro.
no doubt, definitely on the list
I wanted to ask about you jacking the car from the side like that. I didnt realize that was a place to jack from? Normally I only use the jack pads. Whereabouts do you place the jack under there?
Good question! So from my experience the Unibody behind those rockers is really stout. you dont want to go too far underneath the vehicle, but theres lots of unibody that is safe to jack up from. Just have to be clear of any plumbing or wires hidden behind the plastics. Ive jacked them up from in front of the front jack pads too, good trick to getting floor jacks in place in one go
Read any jack stand instructions from Harbor Freight, Hein Werner, to U.S.Jacks and it is clearly stated that the jack stands should only be used to support one axle at a time. Not to support the side, not to use one at a time, and not to support both axles with two jack stand pairs. Also the rated load is for both jack stands. I believe the issue is the jack stands could tip if supporting a side or both axles. Everyone does it but know it is not to be done per the manufacturer.
When you take off the lug nuts and it’s giving you a hard time to pull off, turn around a donkey kick it and it’ll come off easier and you’ll be there so it doesn’t hit the ground and scuff the rim or anything
Ahhh Yesss the ol Donkey Kick! I should go back to that style. thanks for the reminder
Bro u need e46 330i touring for that tyre transportation...)
I would love one! Always really liked that body style
I'm 5 seconds in and I couldn't get any harder
Hell yeah! Glad you enjoy
Got a 320i myself, first car iv ever owned, so naturally I love the content put out for em
Awesome! Hopefully more BMWs to come In the furure
@@DayOffDIY yeah I'm guna learn on my 320i and use that on a 330i in the future
Funny how I went from a spoonkid video to this one
hahah thats hilarious, well i hope you enjoyed lol
I unplugged my front passenger seat to vacuum and clean and when I plugged it back in the airbag light is on and won’t go away. Do you have any idea why that might be??
hmmmm... hard to say, maybe the connector was left partially unplugged? or you turned the ignition on for a bit with the seat harness disconnected?
You making me buy one these bro 😭
You should! if you can find one reasonably priced. the general public gives up on them very easily lol
what interior parts are leather? seats only?
I think so! maybe steering wheel too? Not too sure
Perfect! just needs headlights polished and it will be 10 years younger
Absolutely! I’ll be polishing them up soon
@@DayOffDIY i am jelous of you how cheap u got e46 330i. I am from europe/ croatia and its atleast 5x more expensive in the same condition.
@@milekitanovic that’s wild! Must be a lot less stock over there. I’ve gotten real lucky on these last two
We are located 500km from bmw factory in germany 😂 but 6 cilinder petrol bmw's are rare in local countries.
@@milekitanovic ahhh yes, mostly 4cylinder and diesel options?
Simple green and water for the carpet or just simple green?
I used like 50/50 for the first carpet and the second and rest of the car I used a cover all zap it stain remover 👍🏻
@@DayOffDIY Thanks man I’m gonna get mine clean up! First I have to get the cooling system together just got my 330i from my dad he redid the cooling system but said it was still overheating he said the rad cracked. He believes he didn’t bleed the system correctly? Any thoughts?
@@seanshepherd6767 they can be finicky to bleed sometimes, did a video on my part 4 will it run bleeding the cooling system. Only sure way to know is to pressure test the cooling system.
@@DayOffDIY I’ll go back and watch that video thanks man!! Need to get a pressure tester. Wish me luck 🍀
"Isn't that satisfying" read my mind
hahahah loved popping that rocker back on, wish i had more of em to fix
The Michelins run larger than most manufacturers, odds are the new tires will not rub.
They usually do! I’ve caught it once or twice on speed bumps so I’ll have to go retest
do your rear control links and arms it looks like someone drifted it b4 u
and check ur rims
u probably have the wrong fluid in your transmission thats why it throws the code.
LOL your motor mounts and transmissionmounts are why the shifter leans over..
It can be a factor but not the cause in this case, ive replaced MT detents before
the seal inside the torque converter fails, very common, ive replaced a few torque converters due to this code, not fluid related
I personally hate xenon light bulb, halogens are better for my vision, I just get the brightest one to offer
I hear ya, I’ve been running LEDs in my Duramax and they’ve been pretty solid, just depends on the housing. Xenon’s can be high maintanence
My ZKW bowls are burnt. I can barely see at night lol
Sounds like its time for an upgrade
What did those tyres cost 4 of them???
Roughly $650 with tax and fees
Where you get cars so cheap
Craigslist and from people I know