Sunday
I Found Some 13 Inch Tyres For My Compressor - But...
Mike's compressor needs new shoes, but finding the right fit is proving to be a right pain! Watch as he avoids expensive tubes with some seriously impressive DIY wheel wizardry, involving a plasma cutter, a bit of ingenuity and some help from an unexpected source. Will his ambitious plan work, or will this project leave him flat? And what has Mike roped Michael into doing on the roof?
I Took A £30,000 Gamble On This Porsche Macan!...
Dean's impulsive Monday morning online car browsing has led him to a seemingly incredible deal on a Porsche Macan! A high-spec, low-mileage dream... or is it a potential nightmare? The catch? A worrying engine noise that could be a minor fix or a wallet-draining disaster. Watch as Dean takes the plunge, gets the car delivered, and dives headfirst into diagnosing the problem. Is it just paranoia, or has he bought a very expensive paperweight? The truth is out there... but Dean needs to find it before the competition for his Audi Q8 ends TONIGHT!
The Ugly Porsche Panamera Looks Alot Better When You Buy It For $7500
Hoovie takes a risk on a super cheap, sight unseen Porsche Panamera 4S! This 'jelly bean' first-generation model boasted a massive original sticker price and some crazy rare options, including carbon ceramic brakes! But there's a catch (or two... or three...). First, the hood refuses to open, locking away the secrets of the engine bay. Then, a coolant warning light throws everything into chaos! Will Hoovie's gamble pay off, or will this 'ugly duckling' Porsche turn into an expensive nightmare? Plus, don't miss the last chance to win Hoovie's tricked-out Mitsubishi Evo! Tune in to see if the Car Wizard can work his magic and resurrect this potentially amazing Porsche!
We Bought A 2019 Fiat 500 And Got Scammed By The Seller
Chris tasked Rob with finding a newer car for his stepdaughter. But when Rob spots a bargain at auction, things quickly go south! A 'minor damage' Fiat 500 turns out to be a stolen wreck with a missing interior and a whole host of other problems. Can the dynamic duo, with the help of a locksmithing legend, bring this disaster back from the brink? Watch as they battle bodged repairs, missing keys and questionable modifications in this rollercoaster restoration! Will it run?
Completely Restoring My Lamborghini Svj After It Set On Fire
Mat's beloved Lamborghini SVJ has suffered a fiery fate after a titanium exhaust meltdown! Watch as the team races against time to resurrect this beast. Will they manage to fix the melted remains and get it back on the road? Plus, they attempt a repair on a malfunctioning Mercedes Headlight with a dodgy part. Find out if they are successful!
Monday
Top 10 Car Law Myths!
Vinwiki guest host drops a knowledge bomb, detonating ten surprising truths about cars and the law. From reckless driving charges that can land you in jail, to why that 'certified pre-owned' sticker is a bigger lie than you think, prepare to have your automotive assumptions shattered. Plus, discover why that dollar you overpaid on your traffic ticket WON'T erase your record, and the shocking truth about rolling back odometers! Are you sure you know your rights behind the wheel? You might be surprised!
I Bought A Destroyed Porsche 911 Turbo Crashed At Le Mans
Chris takes a massive gamble on a crashed Porsche 911 Turbo, a dream car he's been chasing for years! But the auction takes a dramatic turn when the car mysteriously disappears. Can Chris track it down and strike a deal? He meets the owner, hears the wild story behind the crash, and faces a nerve-wracking challenge: starting the wrecked beauty. Will it roar back to life, or is this dream destined for the scrap heap? Tune in to see if Chris can bring this Porsche back from the brink!
Tuesday
Stripping Mikes High Km R380
Mike tears into a 368,000km gearbox, the original from his 130, to see what carnage lies within. Will it be a graveyard of gears or a testament to Land Rover engineering? Mike battles stubborn bolts, special tools, and a mysterious metal 'plop' to expose the transfer case's secrets. But can he find the source of the internal damage before pancake time? Prepare for a fascinating deep dive into the heart of a well-used machine!
Finishing Ksi's Abandoned Project...
Our guest host finds himself in a bidding war at auction for a rather beat-up VW Lupo. Little does he know, this isn't just *any* Lupo, it's KSI's from a Sidemen challenge video with millions of views! But the real shocker comes when he realizes *who* he was bidding against. What happens next involves a charitable twist, a plan to transform the car into an off-road beast, and a quest to meet a YouTube legend. Can they pull it off and make this KSI Lupo the ultimate charity giveaway?
We Stripped Ratarossa's Ferrari 308 Engine And This Happened!
Ricky and the Guys take on a very rusty Ferrari engine! Watch as they use a new tool in an attempt to save the day - will it work? Back ache is guaranteed, there may be screaming and one of the team wants an RSJ in the workshop - this is not one to be missed!
Wednesday
Playing Top Gear With Doug Demuro Went Very, Very Badly...
Ever wondered what happens when you give a bunch of car-crazed friends $18,000 and set them loose on a series of insane challenges? Join Vinwiki's guest host as he teams up with Doug DeMuro and the Cars and Bids crew for a hilarious and chaotic adventure inspired by Top Gear and Car Trek. Watch them buy questionable cars (including a Maserati Quattroporte with a shady past!), endure unexpected breakdowns, and push their friendships to the limit on a cross-country road trip ending in a desert drag race. But was it worth it? And will everyone survive with their cars – and egos – intact? Find out in this episode filled with automotive madness, surprising twists, and maybe even a little stage fright!
The Cheapest 2024 Tesla Model 3 In The World!!!
Chris and Rob work their magic on a damaged Tesla, bringing it back from the brink. See how a 'minor' accident led to a salvage title, and watch as they overcome software glitches and bodywork challenges. Will they turn a profit? And just how cheap will they be selling this fixed up Tesla? Find out if it's mission accomplished as they crunch the numbers!
Thursday
Koenigsegg's Nurburgring Nightmare!
Ever wondered what it *really* takes to set a Nurburgring lap record? Vinwiki's guest host dives deep into the high-stakes, high-cost world where manufacturers push cars to their absolute limit. Hear the unbelievable story of a 1000+ horsepower hypercar, a fearless driver, and a customer's very expensive misfortune. But are these records actually relevant to the average car buyer? Tune in to find out why chasing Nurburgring glory might just be a marketing stunt… and why one wrong move can turn a dream car into a pile of carbon fiber.
Selling My Mercedes EQS After After Battery Control Unit Failure And A Mysterious Coolant Loss.
Hoovey thought he'd scored a deal on a used Mercedes EQS, but is this supposed 'S-Class' EV more trouble than it's worth? This week, a coolant leak turns into a HUGE headache, requiring a trip to the dealer and a shocking software update! But that's not all! Hoovey reveals a surprising twist: he's selling THREE cars at Barrett Jackson! Plus, see the rare AMC gem he passed on that Euro Asian Bob snatched up! What did Hoovey miss? You won't believe it!
We Fixed The BMW M3 Engine And Finally Drove It!
vTuned tackles a tricky timing issue on the BMW M3, employing some *unique* solutions! Will his wrench-welding ingenuity save the day, or will it blow the engine? Plus, see how a simple headlight upgrade transforms Tim's truck with the help of LastFit LEDs. Finally, witness the M3's first test drive and the start of some serious bodywork. Can vTuned get this beast ready for paint? Tune in to find out!
Rebuilding A $2,000,000 918 Spyder That Porsche Said Was Impossible To Fix
Tavarish has taken on his most ambitious project yet: resurrecting a fire-damaged Porsche 918 Spider! Witness the initial teardown of this million-dollar hypercar, as Tavarish assesses the damage and determines if this basket case is actually worth saving. Discover what treasures (and trash) are hidden within the charred remains, and see the first components being removed. Can Tavarish beat the odds and bring this beauty back from the brink, or is this 918 destined for the scrap heap? Find out in this episode!
Td5 R380 Test And Setup Of The Gear Shift
Mike's bench testing a rebuilt TD5 LT230 gearbox...crudely! See how he adapted an old clutch and what salvaged parts he's used. He reveals how to set up the bias springs for perfect shifting, but be warned, he's running out of parts! Plus, he's hinting at a future 'bearing special' video, so stay tuned for more in-depth gearbox goodness.
We Finally Figured Out The BMW I8’s Internal Engine Failure
Sam's i8 nightmare continues, and this time it's personal! After a forum story about a fellow i8 owner's financial ruin due to catastrophic engine failure, Sam is on a mission to solve his overheating woes. He tries an unorthodox test, hunts for blockages, and almost gives up entirely! Will he finally discover the root cause of the problem, or will this project claim another victim? Plus, see what insane deal Sam scored on a twin-turbo V8 BMW! Don't miss this rollercoaster of automotive madness!
Inspecting The Td5 R380 Main Casing Internals
Mike tears down an LT230 and R380 from a TD5, expecting the worst... but what he finds is baffling! Join Mike as he uses a high-powered microscope to get to the bottom of a perplexing problem. Could a deceptively clean filter hide a deeper secret? And will a seemingly minor fault in the synchro hub explain all the gear selection issues? Tune in to see Mike's diagnostic deep-dive and learn what he ultimately decides to do with this enigma of a gearbox!
Friday
Stripping The Td5 Lt230 - What Was The Problem?
Mike's back in the workshop and ready to dissect an LT230 transfer box with a metal-shedding reputation! With Mike Sr. out of the way, can Mike get to the bottom of the problem? He dives straight in, encountering unexpected modifications and some seriously stubborn components. Will he uncover the source of the metallic mayhem, or will this transfer box prove to be an unsolvable puzzle? Expect oil, ingenuity, and maybe even a little bit of fire!
A Dubai Royal Built The World's Fastest Car & You Never Heard About It!
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I Bought An Abandoned Audi RS2 And This Happened! | Part 1
Ricky and the Guys are at it again, this time diving headfirst into a new project: a rare RS2 Audi that's been languishing in an orchard for a decade! Watch as they bravely tackle a car full of surprises (and questionable smells), embarking on a resto-mod journey. Will they manage to rescue this classic from its swampy interior and get it back on the road? One thing's for sure, Matt isn't happy, a few quid and some interesting objects are discovered! Tune in to see the first steps of what promises to be an epic build...if Ricky doesn't get distracted by another project first!
My V12 Ferrari 456 Fixed On Budget - Cheap Or Money Pit ?
Scott's beloved Ferrari 456 is fighting back! A flat battery threatens his V12 dreams, but he's fighting back. Watch as he battles electrical gremlins, attempts a brake fluid change with disastrous (and hilarious) results, and tackles faded engine bay covers. But with every fix, the 456 becomes more tempting to keep. Can Scott resist the allure of this classic Ferrari, or will it derail his plans for a bigger project? Plus, see how Scott has automated Lexi's job using some clever tech!
Td5 R380 Extension Housing
Mike dives into a TD5 gearbox, hunting down the source of those pesky metal filings. He discovers a seriously worn bearing, but faces a dilemma: splash out on a full rebuild kit, or gamble on some carefully selected used parts? Watch as he battles his workload to get the job done, discovers the oil pump is in surprisingly good condition and reveals a trick for cleaning up rusty bolts like a pro. Will his gamble pay off, or will this gearbox come back to haunt him?
I Got An Audi S2 To Join My Rs2! | Abandoned RS2: Part 2.
Ricky and the Guys are joined by a very special guest who dailies a meticulously maintained Audi S2. Get ready for an in-depth tour of this classic machine, packed with modifications, stories, and a whole lot of love for 90s German engineering. They even take it for a spin! Can Ricky resist the urge to start another project? What mods do the guys recommend? Tune in to find out what makes this Audi so special and to hear it sing! This is a conversation you won't want to miss.
Saturday
So Where Was The Metal Coming From In Mikes Lt230?
Mike investigates a damaged LT230 TD5 transfer box and uncovers the shocking cause of the metal mayhem! See the carnage inside the diff and discover the surprising reason behind the failure. Plus, learn a vital lesson about gear compatibility that could save you a fortune! Stick around to the end for a glimpse of the beastly camper this transfer case is destined for... and a chassis repair story you won't believe!