Me starting this video: I’m not going to watch 45 minutes of some guy repairing and old BMW. Me 45 minutes later: Time well spent.

@bungle4682

4 жыл бұрын

Enjoyed it, bit dissapointed he didn't swear in any language lol.

@Mr_Kweeba

4 жыл бұрын

Hey, that's exactly what I thought too, here I am 45 minutes later! Loved it.

@SaarKing71

4 жыл бұрын

exactly - amazing video!

@deanrhodenizer938

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree… This guy has serious skills and is seeming able to cover all bases - like significant engine work, electrical repairs, even cleaning capabilities which are probably better outsourced. He seems to be far more knowledgeable on this V12 engine than could be reasonably expected of a private mechanic - I suspect he did some time with BMW to get this kind of experience. I, too, said 45 minutes, you got to be kidding but I was totally absorbed once I started. Great video, Thank you. I have subscribed and liked the video. As if this writing, there 586,851 views and 18K likes. And, I am astounded to say, there are 284 dislikes - although only 0.048% . What possible complaint could anyone have with this video for someone to make the effort to dislike it?

@deanrhodenizer938

4 жыл бұрын

Just read the profile... Not a professional mechanic but a normal IT guy instead. That actually explains a lot. This means he knows how to absorb and understand new information quickly and is definitely far more skilled at conducting research than almost any professional mechanic.

Who would ever dislike this mans masterpeace of work!!?? Great job!!!! Everything got fixed, instead of one video at the time, this guy fixed a car in ONE video!!👌🏼

@berndb.5097

4 жыл бұрын

You're right. His channel is pure quality.

@tonyeff4447

4 жыл бұрын

Yep, any other channel this would be dragged out over multiple videos

@rogerjeck9281

4 жыл бұрын

Love your projects, esp having BMW affliction myself. I also turn my own wrenches and like to do everything that makes sense while working on certain areas of the car. like your videography, sense of humour and snappy set of tools!! glad I came across you on the tube...

@peter1001pp

4 жыл бұрын

BMW is a shit car man. Real people drives Subaru that is normal car!!

@astapasta7119

4 жыл бұрын

@@peter1001pp haahaha!! Lets see... Scandinavian? Bad grammar when you write English... One video on your channel of a clip from a video game? You're about 16-17 years old, unemployed with a poster of a Subaru Imp on your bedroom wall at home at your mums house? Am I wrong?

I never comment on anything, but wanted to comment here. I was explaining to my wife its like watching Bob Ross... the explanation, its so easy, but i would never be able to pull this off... this man is an artist! Bravo

@tomquinn607

4 ай бұрын

He's a professional and an exceptional one.

Calling this a mere video is an understatement. This is a masterclass and a joy to watch.

I just watched full length of this video even though I'm not a mechanic, I never owned BMW but apparently, I'm interested in fuel pumps now

@mtx210

4 жыл бұрын

"I'm interested in fuel pumps now" this one got me :D

@V1RT8

4 жыл бұрын

You must have got a good Scotch, Lagavulin 16 or something like that...

@mevio4665

4 жыл бұрын

Same here 😃

@slybesker

4 жыл бұрын

​@NaGreta TaTunberg-Biohazard​Че, реально работает хочешь сказать?

@slybesker

4 жыл бұрын

@NaGreta TaTunberg-Biohazard Ну вообще этот вопрос нужно изучать прежде чем "смело идти в магазин", довольно часто на машинах придумывают хитрожопые насосы и вместо них ты ВАЗ поставишь конечно но работать после этого машина нормально не будет. И вообще в моей стране будет дешевле купить запчасть здешнего производства т.к. ВАЗовских магазинов здесь скорее всего тупо нет. Но это уже дело местоположения:)

My God, this guy knows his mechanics. Every car service would wish to have such a perfect mechanic working for them. A quality mechanic like him is unpayable. Greetings from the Čech Republic 🇨🇿

@memeboi7396

3 жыл бұрын

For a bloke, there is something soothing about these videos!!!

@SD_48

3 жыл бұрын

That is only what a mechanic is like, the others are fake crooks.

@jfan4reva

3 жыл бұрын

Every owner would wish to have a mechanic like this working on their car. Too many car service places just tell them "Just patch it and move on. You've got eight more to do today." Which is why this car was in this condition at the start of the video.

The level of craftsmanship in the restoration is rivaled by the video editing - both thoroughly thought out and meticulously executed! One of the highest quality videos I've watched in the car realm on KZread in a very long time! Kudos to you, keep up the amazing work! You've earned a subscriber!

@carsaretrulyart

9 ай бұрын

I really like your choice of words

@junglekutz5625

4 ай бұрын

This guy is the type of person that you want to support and work alongside. As he knows his stuff!

@benny4977

4 ай бұрын

And three years on, I fully agree and earnt another subscriber.

I don't usually comment on videos but your content is awesome. I love how you get to the point. You don't waste a second with BS. Zero fat. Also, you're really funny. You're my favorite new mechanic youtuber!

@OMGWTFLOLSMH

Жыл бұрын

Yep, he is hilarious and never wastes time talking about nonsense. Just straight to the point.

This is not a simple mechanical repair. This is art. This is craftsmanship. This is Car Porn. Beautiful work. Congratulations

I feel like a total hack mechanic after watching this. Extremely thorough and professional work for what you call yourself, a “hobbyist”.

@zencreature

4 жыл бұрын

I completely agree. I loved this video.

@TheWholeOfTerror

4 жыл бұрын

I wish my mechanic would be a "hobbyist".

@nicholasdavies8795

4 жыл бұрын

Self taught ???? Incredible !

@vanhoannguyen3890

4 жыл бұрын

Satan's Earlobe b

@tomquinn607

4 ай бұрын

Hobbyist is BS. He's a highly trained and exceptionally professional BMW technician.

this was a "feast for the eyes" . your work, the editting , everything

You are the best mechanic i've ever seen on youtube. I have worked on cars on and off for 20 years, and i'm amazed by your knowledge and abilities.

45 minutes of sheer automotive genius. Or, as you would say: Absolutely mint !

@paxwallacejazz

3 жыл бұрын

Yeah I wish I could take a class with him as our instructor.

@tkgosh9794

3 жыл бұрын

I really enjoy watching his restoration projects although I am not a mechanic but loves BMWs. Dude, your videos are super interesting, informative and funny. Kudos!

@lockupl

3 жыл бұрын

wow, i just realised it was 45 mins, i thought it was 5-10 :P

@SumPhucBoi

3 жыл бұрын

N@@lockupl

@giancarlonegroni901

3 жыл бұрын

Can't believe it was 45m long!

You know it’s the pinnacle of KZread car restoration videos when you keep checking the time line hoping your not nearing the end. The combination of workmanship, attention to detail, humour and excellent video editing make this addictive viewing. It’s why I became a Patreon of Sretens channel

@M539Restorations

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, Steve!

It's great to see these lovely 850i still going, the purr of that silky smooth V12. It takes way back when I worked for BMW in the early nineties and driving these understated cars.

You’re an incredible mechanic and car restoration man !! Wow !!!! My husband and I do a little bit of car restoration. My husband is a genius at fixing and restoration. He was so impressed with your work. You’re are probably the best we have ever seen. Thank you for your excellence! 👍😄

This dude was incredible. Very well narrated and edited video, and an immaculate work, from the most accurate mechanics to the car general cleaning, all done by a single man. This guy is awesome!

@alexbrown1995

3 жыл бұрын

hear hear!!

Not only the dude is highly skilled, but his attention to detail is amazing. Beautiful work!

Clear and present patience. Very enjoyable viewing, thank you for your efforts.

That was fun to watch and listen to! It felt like being back in my dad’s garage clawing my way through my 2002s and Bavaria! Excellent channel!

This is the first video bar none, that not only my eyes really enjoyed the almost perfect editing, but my ears loved to hear , the clicking and turning of the wrenches. Well done , my senses were in paradise.

@sgtpluck8344

4 жыл бұрын

Oh yeah, really makes a difference not having some shit electrocrap over the video, right?

@bubbamcgullicutty8966

3 жыл бұрын

@@sgtpluck8344 Would be even better to see him using some torque wrench, at least for the oil pan screws !

@MarcelHVAC

3 жыл бұрын

@@bubbamcgullicutty8966 He did

This was artistry of mechanics, at it's finest...BRAVO!!!!

@wazza33racer

3 жыл бұрын

complete with "Fogging Oil"..............sacre bleu

@oliveryounes2552

3 жыл бұрын

55ppop

@juanpablopinasco7940

3 жыл бұрын

You re just great

Very impressed on the serviceability of these BMW cars. Transverse engines are a nightmare to work on. This is definitely the best Motörhead channel ever

@tomquinn607

4 ай бұрын

Serviceability of BMW cars?

One of the most beautiful cars ever build ... Congratulations !!!

If Tyler Hoover and the car wizard had a BMW loving son, this would be it.

@M539Restorations

4 жыл бұрын

This made me laugh properly! Thank you!

@cenariusbg

4 жыл бұрын

All I was thinking during this video was - Imagine taking this car to the Wizard. Imagine the bill he would have for her ... You kind sir (or should I say 'her'?) are an awesome dude. Last time you uploaded a video I even checked the prices of the V12 BMWs in my country. I loved the content. I watch all car videos on youtube and this channel is the most underrated one! I am sad that you had to let the car go, but on the other hand this should provide you with money for new projects! I hope you give us more of the same good content.

@bennylofgren3208

4 жыл бұрын

cenariusbg (Psst! You should say “Herr”, not “her”. Embarrassing misunderstandings could otherwise happen. 😉)

@blackbird8632

4 жыл бұрын

Back when i watched Tylers vids I remember he said his BMW 8 series was irreparable. He should ship it here.

@bennylofgren3208

4 жыл бұрын

Blackbird Tyler is not a mechanic... don’t get me wrong, I do enjoy some of his videos, but this content is in a totally different league altogether. It is so good I can’t believe he hasn’t got ten times the subscribers he has! 🙂

Big thanks for the 45 min video, slowly going crazy in quaranten. Stay safe my friend

@cut--

4 жыл бұрын

ikr ! what did we do b4 YT ?

@butwait

4 жыл бұрын

@@cut-- bang rocks together. We've come a long way.

@ionutbuga8393

4 жыл бұрын

45 min??? I even didn’t realize that was 45min..:))

I discovered your channel this weekend (Oct 2021) and enjoyed your 850 back in service videos. Your style, humour and detailed content is going to have me binge watching your channel.

I'll put my hand on my heart and say that this was an absolutly addictive thing to watch. BRAVO!!!!

Why is this in my recommendations..... Why did I sit for 45 minutes watching a dude rattle around a car engine. I don't really know but I thoroughly enjoyed it.

@adriaanpretorius3411

4 жыл бұрын

Me too! And he did all this work in 45 minutes unbelievable!

@Barb0sssa

4 жыл бұрын

Same here hahahh

@stubones

4 жыл бұрын

This video has been in my recommended for ages. I gave up and watched it. Time well spent!

@kennym5898

4 жыл бұрын

Why did you sit for 45 minutes? If like me you see a German guy working on a German top of the range car, you KNOW it's going to be done right. Very satisfying. Good call.

@beyrutphl

4 жыл бұрын

It's the accent

Oh yeah, this is just what's needed in the current climate. Can't wait to watch.... Thanks for the upload and take care of yourself! Paolo

These videos are simply gold for a person like me. Thanks for making them.

You are probably the best mechanic I have ever seen. I had done many cars but you top all of it with details.

Just finished watching the video and I have to congratulate you, the car turned out beautifully, and it was a hell of a project. This was one of the most captivating and well-made videos I've ever seen, the editing was brilliant and you had me hooked from start to finish. Keep doing what you're doing, I admire your passion and thank you for saving another E31. One day I'll buy one, maybe from you. Cue the music.

Masterfully done! Back in the early 1960s I rebuilt a 3 Litre Ferrari (Colombo) V12 and thinking back on that I had to smile at how simple it was compared to this modern engine. Enjoyed the way you went at this and didn't settle for compromises. Thanks for an excellent video, too.

Watching your videos is bloody addictive. I am literally consuming all of them. Entertaining and very instructive. Move over Netflix! Thank you and keep up the good work!

Video editing and great step by step explanations made me stay the whole video, I loved this. You are such a great technician.

This guy is a genius came upon him yesterday wish he was located here in the states you can tell he takes pride in fixing BMW’s and knows his craft

@poplaurentiu4148

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah such skilled mans are very hard to find.. so for sure it worth more than his overall weight in platinum.. ;0)

Finally! Been waiting like a kid on christmas

Man that is one of my all time favorite cars. You are a mechanical genius. Love your work keep it going

Awesome attention to detail 👌 Saving a piece of history.

This is one mechanic/ technician I would pay with a smile everytime. Thanks for this video. Excellent job.

Refreshing , finally a technician who knows his stuff. Pride and diligence is a wonderful thing so very well done mate.

@emekmek3197

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/pYF7k9Clgcybkso.html ,,... ,

this would have to be one of the best 850 videos I have seen ,pulling my fuel pump now seems like less of a mountain thank you so much steven Perth Australia

Bravo maestro!!! You are really good!! So happy to see a mechanic with a skill and a great attitude as well as a great knowledge!!!

This video pulled me in and did not let me go. Fascinating and well done. Now I want an E31...

@1MrErling

3 жыл бұрын

U want a E31? So U can do the same work as him?

@MrDub00StepKing

3 жыл бұрын

Same here mate

@garyrobertson7778

3 жыл бұрын

No you don’t, one of the crappiest cars they ever built. They are uncomfortable to drive and everything on them disintigrates

@joeboucher3963

3 жыл бұрын

While I don't agree they are uncomfortable, the first drive in mine was from Albuquerque, New Mexico to Dallas for 10 hours, they are a maintenance headache to keep working.

@CraigOnCars

3 жыл бұрын

Do it! Awesome cars. Im 2 years in on ownership of mine, and just started a light restoration on it. Cutting out rust - we all know how much Sretan doesnt like rust!

Thats some really intense 80s carpet cleaning music, love it!

Can't believe I watched the whole thing. Excellent video and workmanship by a pro.

Bravo! People don't understand a complete job. Well done. Thanks for wiping all the dirt and oil off.

Cost of having all this work done at BMW main dealer: USD 780,000,000

You just made working on BMW's look fun.... I had no idea that was possible. Bravo. Amazing tech skills as well.

Watched the whole thing - captivated - great video - thank you so much for your time and passion - this is one of the reasons KZread thrives with people like you!!

I was just thinking about this channel yesterday wondering when we will get a new video! Thanks for delivering!

Now this was a first... A KZread mechanic who actually knows what he's doing! Would definitely buy a second hand car off of you, which is of course an honor comparable to winning the Nobel price ;)

@joatmofa0405

4 жыл бұрын

I absolutely agree - I would definitely buy a car off this guy(s). He is meticulous and I would feel assured of his workmanship!!! GREAT VIDEO!!!

Watching this was therapeutic and I thank you.

I do not know how many times I have already seen this video, but the moment the engine starts and the sound it makes at 36:15 is just way too satisfying!

Hope to see many more restorations from you, stay safe!

As a longtime owner of many different BMW's, and the current owner of a mint all-original 1998 M3 convertible (which my soon-to-be-new wife has fallen madly in love with and has claimed as her own) I have to say that all the praise I read below is well deserved. These cars are masterpieces and working on them at this level requires more discipline and time than most can muster.

Man so happy I kept watching! It was one the most satisfying videos I've seen of a car being restored. Love these classic BMW especially the 850, and a even a rare manual at that! Well done sir and looking forward to more!

Incredible work in all facets! It’s good to see that classic get the respect that it deserves.

I thought he was just a really good mechanic, then he started to detail the interior later on. Just wow, what an excellent job.

Top quality video! Traditional German attention to detail, no idle time and good sense of humour. This guy looks smart and honest. Wish you good luck and bring us similar video soon. Greetings from Prague. Tschüss..

Coming back to this one after the Alpina engine rebuild and your camera work and on-camera personality (which were already great) have come a long, long way. Keep saving the neglected piles of magnificence!

Your knowledge in the old BMW is totally brilliant. Mechanical, electrical, electronic and even cleaning and interior!!!. I myself gain a lot of knowledge watching you. Thanks mate.

Where has this guy received his training from? Pure genius, he needs to open a BMW school of knowledge, brilliant! This is my second time watching.

@riskinhos

3 жыл бұрын

germany.

@buca9696

3 жыл бұрын

Since this is his hobby he can take his time and do things by the book.

@jonasduell9953

3 жыл бұрын

@@riskinhos Sreten is not german, his german is actually quite shitty :) Easy to notice in several unloading scenes where he speaks german to the truck drivers.

@markc4098

2 жыл бұрын

@@jonasduell9953 He is from Serbia, but he lived in states for some time then moved to Germany, that's why his german sucks :D

@jonasduell9953

2 жыл бұрын

@@markc4098 Love for cars is universal and I dig his skills and dedication alot. No clue where he was from but a big fan anyways. I just wanted to reply to someone that he's obvsly not german.

Damn. I cant stop watching! This is like therapy for me lol

@CraigOnCars

3 жыл бұрын

Agreed! I find Sretans content mesmerising. And mechanical stuff scares me. He inspires me to try fixing things myself

This is fun to watch, that car is beautiful and deserves this repair.

I Watch his Channel now for 2 year and I loved his technical skills and humor and filming all his work on these Classic beautiful BMW Cars 👍

This is highest quality of content. Top job like always!

I can't believe I watched the whole 45 minutes. The thing I liked about him is he delves straight into work and shows the real thing, without waisting time on presentations. Grt work buddy, keep it up.

This beautiful 850 was lucky to fall into your hands, excellent work!

Ive watched this numerous times since you first made it. Great job. BMW made such wonderful cars in the 90’s and early 2000’s.

A 45 min video from M539. Today is a good day.

Truly fascinating! For anyone that ever questions why a good mechanic costs what they do; remember the amount of knowledge and hard work that goes into repairing an engine properly. Superb video - subscribed!

Great job, you have gold in your hands. This car is like a new one.

Thank you so much for such a beautiful, professional and entertaining video, you make it so easy to watch, I do not think I have seen a video for so long and enjoyed. Good luck in the next video.

I've just watched a 45 minute video , every minute passes i go woooow on that man's capability,, creativity, on fixing each problem,, perfectionist.. Keep up the work man.

Best v12 clip on KZread, love it.

You are a thorough and excellent Engineer with a very important eye for detail. Well done and a pleasure to watch.

a great technician,enjoyed this video.great to see this guy bringing this super class bmw back to life.with his knowledge.

The first time i ever watch a 45 min on KZread.. Time well spent ❤️

@piotrpaczkowski1195

3 жыл бұрын

me 2:) great job, weel done !!!

"These are complete Kaputt!" xD

@janwillem1006

4 жыл бұрын

"but NEIN" :D

@torstenhermsen5589

4 жыл бұрын

"Das ist gut". wirklich sehr gut.

You are the difference between a job and a good job! Detail are everything.

This was so satisifying to watch. Nicely done, my man.

Bro, you have missed your calling. KZread stardom awaits. You must be Tavarish and Hoovie's European cousin. Keep producing the videos, you're a natural.

@M539Restorations

4 жыл бұрын

As a big fan of both them, thank you!

@Randomeris1

4 жыл бұрын

Except he actually knows his shit...

I like the, "god dammit" when the water pump flew into your new radiator. Really nice work tho! Saved that car.

Respect, we need people like you.

You are an excellent technician. A pleasure to watch and learn from.

Next car: US e60 M5 v10 with 6 Gear manual gearbox

@valerioemidio

4 жыл бұрын

100%. 6 speed manual BMW e60 M5 were only sold in the USA. Don't know why, they don't drive manuals

@erixx297

4 жыл бұрын

Yeah only 1400 or Something so they are pretty rare. Its actually a E39 M5 transmission. So feels like bmw got a lot of complaints about no manual option and then found a few e39 transmission and sold them...

@IHATEYANKS41

4 жыл бұрын

BigBash I thought E39 M5’s were 5 speed manual?

@SmellsLikeGASOLINE

4 жыл бұрын

@@IHATEYANKS41 6 speed only.

@DuBstep115

4 жыл бұрын

@@erixx297 When you say e39 m5 transmission, you mean 540i. BMW didn't even bother to make own tranny for M5 and they used the same old from e38 740i and e39 540i.

"Ow my finger" This is probably the only thing I have in common with this genius technician. Happens every time to me too, before I give up and have to do the walk of shame to the garage for them to fix my car! Love your work.

I finally found a video that shows you what's happening, then speeds through it. Bravo! I'm tired of people dragging things out for as long as they can, That said, I watched this video from start to finish because it was interesting. Well done!

Thanks for shaing your love and passion for cars with extreme skills in a fantastic video.

Didn't even played the start button yet, but I'm sure I will love it. This is a true passion and impatient for you to upload more often. I salute you from Romania.

Hello there! I am from Durban, South Africa. I am very impressed by your efficiency and restoration process, doing things the correct way. I follow the same philosophy and it so pleasing to see a professional, taking care of the details which are so very important. Keeping it simple requires so much extra effort. It is an honour to know that real men like you exist in this world. Your content is extremely high quality and you get 5star rating from me. I have subscribed. Thank you brother!

Dude your videos are just so good that i lost sense of time while watching this

Excellent, the best video I've seen concerning recoverings, beautiful work, congrats!!

I love your editing style so much. This is perfect quarantine material - 45 minutes of pure car love on gorgeous old Bimmers. Thank you.

Hats off to you. I admire your level of skill and knowledge, every twist of the bolt is care and dedication, attention to detail is admirable. Bravo.

What awesome skills and knowledge! A pleasure to watch a maestro at work

That did not feel like 45 min. Brilliant. I am just plain inspired to re-fresh my own car. It’s the highly professional attention to detail, & spec, that blew my mind. Thank you!

The 850 was my favorite BMW... I really enjoyed watching you bring her back to life. Well done... you have great skills.