Motor Tuub TV Weekly #20Automotive video roundup, May 8 - May 15, 2026

    This week on Motor Tuub TV, the garage doors burst open with everything from intricate Land Rover gearbox restorations and high-stakes salvage projects on Ford Fiestas to the resurrection of a wrecked Bugatti Chiron. Get ready for adrenaline-pumping track adventures with Porsches and Lamborghinis, plus an "un-pimping" mission on a Nissan GT-R and a deep dive into an Audi engine mystery. It's an automotive smorgasbord of epic builds, thrilling drives, and mechanical feats!

    Sunday

    Can This Neglected Lt77 Be Restored?

    Spend a chilly Sunday in the shop with Mike as a routine shelf cleanup turns into an unexpected restoration project! After stumbling upon a dusty LT77 Land Rover gearbox that has been sitting untouched for over twenty years, Mike decides it's finally time to crack it open. Watch as he battles stubborn bolts, gets creative with missing tools, and dives deep into the guts of this classic transmission to see exactly what he's working with. Will the weathered exterior reveal a hidden mechanical gem, or is this vintage gearbox destined for the scrap bin? Tune in for a hands-on teardown filled with expert insights, relatable garage frustrations, and plenty of classic wrenching!

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    Testing The Lt77

    Join Mike in the workshop for an intense gearbox pressure test! After a grueling all-day setup, Mike fires up a classic LT77 transmission to run it through its paces. From wrestling with a stubborn, non-synchro reverse gear to cranking it up for a full-speed test, he shares his expert insights on what makes the LT77 tick and how it compares to the upgraded LT77S. Will the transmission pass the final test after warming up, or will missing parts cause a grind? Tune in to see the results, and discover a clever trick for fitting one of these five-speeds into a Series truck!

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    Rob Bought An Abandoned Ford Fiesta RS Turbo Project

    Rob takes a massive gamble on a 1990 Ford Fiesta RS Turbo bought straight off eBay! Advertised as an unfinished 'minter', the reality brings some unexpected challenges, questionable bodywork, and a boot absolutely stuffed with mystery parts. Join Chris and Rob as they unpack this iconic 90s hot hatch to see if it’s a diamond in the rough or a costly jigsaw puzzle of regret. Plus, alongside a tour of his newly updated home garage and a few garden mishaps, Rob drops a huge personal announcement that will change his life forever. Will this nostalgic Ford prove to be the ultimate dream project, or has Rob finally bitten off more than he can chew?

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    I Made A Big Mistake Fixing The Wrecked Bugatti Chiron

    Join Mat and the team in this behind-the-scenes look at the monumental task of resurrecting a wrecked Bugatti Chiron! With the hypercar finally running, the crew has to tackle a dashboard lit up with warning lights. Watch as Mat wrestles with a squashed fuel sensor, attempts a highly questionable DIY pyrofuse repair using parts from a Mercedes Sprinter, and faces off against some seriously stubborn electronics. Will their creative, budget-friendly workarounds clear the codes, or will sparks literally fly? Plus, the team outfits their brand-new Miami workshop in the most unconventional way possible (involving a Lamborghini Huracan and a wheelbarrow!), and Mat takes a quick BMX detour at a local skatepark. It all builds up to the ultimate moment of truth: handing the keys back to Alex—the very owner who crashed the Bugatti—for a wild, bare-chassis test drive. Buckle up and tune in to see if Mat can survive the passenger seat!

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    I Bought A Turbo Mini At Auction With 'engine Problems' And Fixed It For $40

    Join Sam as he takes a massive gamble on a heavily modified 2009 Mini Cooper S scooped up at auction for just $3,000. Packed with flashy carbon fiber and expensive aftermarket brakes, it looks like an absolute steal—but there's a major catch. The car is plagued by a mysterious engine misfire under heavy boost. Watch as Sam dives under the hood to diagnose a baffling mechanical issue, uncovers the shocking true value of the hidden aftermarket parts, and faces the ultimate dilemma: is this loaded hot hatch a hidden gem worth saving, or is it destined to be chopped up and sold for parts? Tune in to see if Sam can crack the case and revive this Mini menace!

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    Monday

    The Craziest Auction In Rm's History!

    Join Vinwiki's Guest Host as a high-stakes trip to Mexico City to auction a legendary, race-driven Porsche 718 turns into a surreal adventure! From the shock of being picked up in a heavily armored SUV to arriving at a secluded ranch filled with exotic animals and VIPs flying in on helicopters, the world of elite car collecting proves to be wilder than fiction. Discover the unbelievable sights of an eccentric billionaire's after-party—complete with singing cowboys and dueling Lamborghinis—and learn how this wild event sparked a star-studded charity auction featuring actor Orlando Bloom. You won't want to miss this exclusive, behind-the-scenes peek into the thrilling and unpredictable life of a global auto auctioneer!

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    Looking For Info On 110 Mod Lhd Wiring Harnesses…

    Join Mike in the garage as he faces a rare and perplexing challenge involving an ex-military Land Rover 110! When a customer makes a massive blunder by tossing a crucial, irreplaceable part in the trash, Mike is thrust into an unfamiliar 24-volt electrical nightmare. Are these rugged military beasts strictly 24-volt, or is there a clever 12-volt workaround hidden beneath the hood? Featuring a glimpse at a beautifully customized dashboard, Mike turns to his gearhead community for some much-needed expertise. Tune in to uncover the details of this automotive mystery and see if you have the answers Mike needs to get this unique rig back on the road!

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    Tuesday

    What Happens When A Youtubers Plays Stuntman!

    Vinwiki's Guest Host battles the historic 2024 CrowdStrike airport shutdown, surviving two days of travel nightmares just to make it to Denver for a caffeine-fueled date with 'The Rad Factory.' The mission? Taming their insane, custom-built 'Baja Miata.' But when a simple off-road test drive turns into an invitation to launch the tank-like sports car off a massive, trophy-truck-level dirt ramp, things get incredibly serious. Will careful calculations lead to a flawless flight, or will breaking the golden rule of stunts—'never do just one more'—send this off-road Miata crashing out of the stratosphere? Buckle up for an unforgettable, high-flying adventure!

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    I Rebuilt My Noble M400 With Lamborghini Paint And A Handmade Interior

    After eight long years of blood, sweat, and endless sanding, Jack is finally ready to lay some spectacular exotic color on his custom widebody Noble M400! But when a stubborn black sealer threatens to ruin the highly anticipated paint job, Jack has to call in some expert backup to try and save the build. Meanwhile, with the Noble nearing completion, Jack scopes out a tempting but disastrously crashed 2013 Lamborghini Gallardo. Armed with a diagnostic scanner, he has to decide: is it the opportunity of a lifetime or a massive electrical nightmare waiting to drain his wallet? Tune in to see the high-stakes paint rescue, the Noble's stunning custom interior transformation, and find out if Jack is about to take the plunge on his wildest project car yet!

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    Rebuilding And Heavily Modifying An Exotic Car You've Never Heard Of (in 7 Days)

    In this high-stakes build, Tavarish takes on the ultimate challenge: transforming a wrecked, rare Australian Ute into a show-stopping masterpiece in just one week! With a massive charity raffle 1,000 miles away fast approaching, the clock is ticking to rip out a dying, smoking V8 and swap in a brand-new 6.2L crate engine. But as always, things don't go according to plan. Tavarish and his crew must battle impossible-to-find Aussie parts, unexpected coolant leaks, and high-pressure dyno tuning just to get the car running. Featuring a nail-biting police encounter on the highway, a secret overnight interior overhaul, and some serious burnout action, this is a frantic road trip you don't want to miss. Will Tavarish and his Ute survive the cross-country journey in time for the incredible charity giveaway, or will the build go up in smoke? Tune in to find out!

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    Complete Shop Chaos After Our Mclaren Senna Broke...

    Shop chaos ensues for the Goonzquad as they juggle four epic car builds in one massive episode! The boys are pushed to their limits dealing with a stubborn McLaren Senna that refuses to fire up, leading to a desperate hunt for hidden electrical gremlins. Meanwhile, the C6 ZR1 gets a serious suspension overhaul to prep for some intense drifting, and the Z06 finally unleashes its jaw-dropping 1200 horsepower after a clever under-the-hood fix. Plus, the guys reveal a shocking secret about what really happened to their Cadillac Blackwing grocery-getter—and you won't believe the wild animal encounter that left it in pieces! Will they conquer the Senna's nightmare, and can the Blackwing be saved? Tune in to see the rubber-burning action, epic test drives, and the ultimate garage hustle!

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    Wednesday

    We Bought A Crashed Ford Fiesta ST With 4 Wheel Steering!

    Chris and Rob think they've scored a quick and easy fix with a Category N salvage Ford Fiesta ST, but the boys quickly discover that looks can be deceiving! What starts as a seemingly simple rear bumper scrape and a minor axle ding turns into a much bigger headache when Rob dives into the interior and uncovers some shocking hidden damage. Faced with ruined seats, deployed airbags, and a scrapped rear beam, the duo's timeline is thrown out the window. Forced to hit the road on a parts-hunting "jolly" across Essex, they must battle incorrect replacement parts, destroyed brakes, and a mystery engine management light. Can Chris and Rob wrangle the right parts and get this hot hatch driving straight again, or will the mounting hidden issues stall the project completely? Tune in to watch the lads get their hands dirty!

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    Sealing A Gearbox For Storage, And Gasket Making

    Join Mike in the workshop as he shares some invaluable, everyday garage hacks! This time, he is prepping a gearbox for long-term storage and needs to ensure it survives the harsh elements—and pesky mice. Watch as Mike reveals his ingenious, old-school method for making custom templates and gaskets from scratch using just a ball-peen hammer. He also shares his top tricks for waterproofing and sealing up open components using everyday workshop items, heavy-duty shrink wrap, and plenty of oil. Plus, stick around for a sneak peek as Mike gears up to push a classic LT77 transmission to its limits on the tester. Will his DIY preservation methods do the trick? Tune in to discover these handy garage secrets for yourself!

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    Thursday

    Dde & Vinwiki Kick Off The 2026 Gumball 3000!

    Buckle up with Vinwiki's guest host, Ed, as he heads to sunny South Florida to gear up for the legendary Gumball 3000! In this high-octane episode, Ed joins forces with the Daily Driven Exotics (DDE) crew and Gumball founder Max Cooper for a spectacular Supercar Saturday takeover. Get an exclusive look at a breathtaking $122.5 million mansion photoshoot, ride along in a massive police-escorted supercar convoy, and listen in on some hilarious behind-the-scenes banter about wild car liveries and jaw-dropping Bugatti maintenance bills. Plus, find out exactly why Ed's insurance company is banning his hypercar from crossing the border into Mexico! Tune in to soak up the ultimate supercar festival atmosphere before the main event kicks off.

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    How Much Is It Going To Cost To Fix This Dodgy Range Rover Sport Svr?...

    Dean faces his biggest mechanical challenge yet with the nightmare Range Rover Sport SVR he bought from a BCA auction! After discovering the SUV was hiding a secretly swapped, completely destroyed engine, it's time for a massive heart transplant. In this episode, Dean attempts to drop a sparkling, dry-ice-blasted replacement engine into the SVR. Expect plenty of garage drama as he battles seized components, snapped subframe bolts, and complicated wiring loom swaps. Will a mysterious electrical gremlin halt the entire project, or will Dean finally get to hear the V8 roar to life? Plus, Dean reveals the highly anticipated final verdict from BCA regarding his compensation claim. Tune in to see if this monumental, budget-busting rebuild can get the SVR back on track!

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    My Cheap, High Mileage R35 Nissan GTR Was Way Worse Than I Thought

    This week on Hoovie's Garage, Hoovey is on a mission to "un-pimp" the cheapest Nissan R35 GT-R in the USA. Covered in questionable visual mods like horrendous purple wheels, tacky aero, and faded carbon fiber, this bargain bin supercar needs a major facelift. With the help of Magic Mike and Stewart, Hoovey strips away the awful add-ons to reveal the true beauty hidden underneath. But looking good is only half the battle! To see what the newly refreshed GT-R is really made of, Hoovey sets up an epic dyno shootout against three of his other 600-plus horsepower "hoopties"—a manual Dodge Hellcat, an unpredictable AMG GT S, and a luxurious twin-turbo Bentley Super Sports. Which of these aging beasts will claim the title of Dyno King, and which ones will crack under the pressure? Tune in to find out!

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    Friday

    Lt77 Reverse Stop

    Join Mike in the garage as he blows the dust off a classic LT77 gearbox he hasn't touched in nearly two decades! Sparked by a viewer's email claiming the gearbox has a dangerous flaw—making it far too easy to accidentally shift into reverse instead of first gear while going uphill—Mike dives into the mechanical depths to uncover the truth. After tearing down the reverse plunger assembly, he discovers seized parts and missing components. Forced to consult cryptic vintage Land Rover manuals that seem written in another language, Mike must figure out the proper setup on his own. Will he crack the code on how to perfectly adjust the shims and springs, or is the LT77 truly a poorly designed disaster waiting to happen? Tune in to watch Mike put this mechanical myth to the test!

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    This "normal" Car Could Outshine An Enzo When It Was New!

    When a cross-country Porsche Cayman delivery leads to a bizarre run-in with an Arkansas state trooper, our guest host thinks he's seen it all—until he arrives at a Utah track day. A wild night out sparks a massive clash of egos between a strict event organizer and a Le Mans-winning race car driver. What happens when a furious professional racer is handed the keys to a track-prepped 996 GT3? Buckle up for a high-speed tale of track drama, the passenger ride of a lifetime, and an unexpected collision with the legendary Gumball 3000 rally. Tune in to experience the ultimate automotive adventure!

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    Lt77s Test From My Container Stock

    Join Mike in the workshop as he dusts off a vintage LT77 gearbox to run it through its paces on his custom test bench. After hunting down some pesky pressure leaks, he puts the classic transmission to the ultimate high-RPM shifting test to see if it still has life left in it. But the real mystery lies in a surprisingly cheap R380 gearbox his friend scored from Florida. Spotting some suspicious aftermarket sealant, Mike raises a red flag and prepares for a full teardown. Is this bargain gearbox a hidden gem, or a mechanical disaster waiting to happen? Plus, Mike sets out to see if his custom heavy-duty bearing upgrade will work out. Tune in to see what secrets these transmissions are hiding!

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    The Most Royally Dumb Car Purchase In History...

    Join Vinwiki guest host 'Crazy Nick' as he shares the story of his wildest impulse buy yet: an ultra-rare, custom four-door convertible Range Rover! Rumored to be one of only two in the world—with the other allegedly belonging to the Queen of England—this chopped-top luxury SUV comes with a fascinating and mysterious history. Discover the high-stress, fast-paced dealer auction drama, the vehicle's flashy Miami past, and how this bizarre automotive unicorn managed to turn Nick's very forgiving wife into a full-fledged car enthusiast. Did Nick score the auction deal of a lifetime on this roofless wonder, and will it survive the ultimate car wash leak test? Tune in to find out!

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    This Is Why You Shouldn't Trust Main Dealers To Fix Your Car!

    When a long-time customer is handed back his Audi in pieces along with a staggering £2,500 bill and a denied warranty claim, Ricky and the Guys step in to play mechanic detectives! An official dealership claims that 'wear and tear' carbon buildup caused a massive localized engine failure, demanding thousands more for a total cylinder head rebuild. But does their story actually hold water? Join Ricky in the workshop as he meticulously inspects the stripped engine, puts the dealership's wild diagnostic claims to the ultimate test, and uncovers some baffling inconsistencies. Did the main dealer mechanics make a shocking rookie mistake, or is this engine truly a lost cause? Tune in to watch the mystery unfold and find out what really happens when you blindly trust the experts!

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    Saturday

    This Has To Work Or It's All Over!

    Buckle up for a brilliantly chaotic episode with Ricky and the Guys! This week, the crew takes us on an epic walkaround of the shop's hottest metal, featuring jaw-dropping Lamborghinis, a rare Ferrari 488 Pista, and a monstrous twin-turbo Huracan. But it's not just about admiring gorgeous cars—the boys are tackling a massive, high-stress shop upgrade as they attempt to wrangle seven giant car lifts into their new unit (while trying to dodge parking tickets out on the road!). To top it all off, get the exclusive inside scoop on the guys' high-stakes trip to the infamous Nürburgring. Hear the thrilling tales of track day carnage, high-speed near-misses, and what it really costs to push the limits on the 'Green Hell'. Will the ambitious shop transformation go off without a hitch? And how did their track weapons actually fare against a sea of million-dollar supercars? Grab a coffee and tune in to find out!

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