I prefer watching videos likes these than 400k Hyper cars

@mohnnadmercedes8246

4 жыл бұрын

XenomorphLV426 hate those kids,, yaow yawp look to lambo yawo yawo i worked very hard to get one thank to our sponsors

@johnmichaelkarma

4 жыл бұрын

@@mohnnadmercedes8246 for me it's tough to relate to million/billionaires toys

@LordCommandor

4 жыл бұрын

I concur. Cars we can't even afford to buy.

@blackcarmafia

4 жыл бұрын

Plebs

@metaljew4456

4 жыл бұрын

XenomorphLV426; SO TRUE!

HILARIOUS DOUG NOD IN THE INTRO

@mcheddadi

4 жыл бұрын

and samcrac right after lol

@Fee.1

4 жыл бұрын

mcheddadi and...every. Other. KZreadr. In. The. Automotive. Genre. Except for the likes of Savage Geese, who I actually asked if I could beg everyday driver to watch his stuff as I was POSITIVE if they did they’d be willing to collaborate on some level. They basically have identical ideals/values for their content aside from Savage Geese having far more crazy humor sprinkled in his ridiculously incredible mini documentaries. Everyday Driver is one of the only channels aside from him and maybe Jayemm on some level that puts so much effort into the videography.

@lifted_above

4 жыл бұрын

"THHHHHISSSSS....." needs some work, Todd.

@93455Driver

4 жыл бұрын

Fee Carfection

@Fee.1

4 жыл бұрын

93455Driver yes true thanks

I personally own a euro-spec 2007 Phaeton. First rule of thumb of owning a Phaeton: BUY A VCDS INTERFACE! It helps you and your wallet a lot in diagnosing your car and its numerous modules. The air suspension in this car is actually rock-solid - but its level sensors are not. Your car will, depending on the sensor's failure, go full down or full up. Whenever your Phaeton gets confused, stop driving it right away and call a tow-truck. It's good to research and buy extra air suspension leveling sensors for when their time's up, due to the fact that they're not very well protected and road grime, salt, sand and dirt can easily mess their wires up. That's not to say that the air suspension system on an almost 16 year-old car is bulletproof because it's not, but most of the time you see the sensors going boom waaay before the actual suspension does. The sunroof water drainage points need to be regularly inspected, otherwise they clog and commence havoc upon your car's interior with leaks. I see that your central infotainment system has a few dead pixels - that's, unfortunately, impossible to fix without swapping the whole part out. It's called the ZAB interface, if you'll ever need help - they're also prone to microprocessor failure due to summer heat, so either park yours in shaded areas during summer or put on a windscreen sun deflector. (Bonus! It also keeps your dashboard shiny and crack-free!) If either your starter battery or your alternator are deciding to take a lunch break as you're attempting to start your car, you can "jump start" the car with the accessory battery. I recommend this to only be used in emergency situations: Put in the key, half-twist right for accessories and then flick full left - full right and it will ALWAYS start. Watch out for the boot loom keeping all of its wires into place (clearly visible when trunk is open). I'd like to think that that's the only place where this car had design errors. The loom keeping the boot wires is made out of a plastic-woven material and due to opening and closing the boot for 15-16 years that plastic is going to fray and expose the wires. They're easily fixable with heat-shrinking black electrical tape. The gearbox in the V8 and W12 are rock-solid. You shouldn't worry about that aspect because you don't have an euro-spec V6 (that's where the gearboxes are utter shit). Preventative and early maintenance is very well welcome regarding the Phaeton - Make sure your car feels loved and you will love it back, i promise. Best advice I'd give to someone looking to buy one of these? Don't look at the mileage. It's almost irrelevant with these cars - I've seen and driven V6's and the monstrous V10 TDI - Cars with 400,000km can feel and drive better than some with only 150,000km on the clock. It really depends on how the car has been kept and driven. It's a highway car, so ask if it was usually driven in the city. Phaeton like no no drive city. :) Look for rust and paint bubbles on the edge of the doors and the exterior door sills. Look for the boot loom and MOST IMPORTANTLY look for BASE optioned cars as the one presented in the video. Things WILL fail and you'll be thankful you've got a "poverty spec" model due to less things failing. Questions and further advice will be promptly answered, and I'll leave you with a personal perspective. When I was in the market for a Phaeton, on forums and in comment sections, people who didn't have one would always say it's a shit car. People who did own Phaetons, would usually buy even more, sometimes owning even three at a single time and say it's the best car ever! :) EDIT 2 DAYS LATER: A 2018 Range Rover almost t-boned me, not stopping at a sign. Luckily, he stopped in time but caused this: imgur.com/a/GAp73mR

@EverydayDriver

4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your advice and ownership perspective. Greatly appreciated and glad to have you watching!

@GermanoEllinas

4 жыл бұрын

Mihnea Cîrligel you are so Right 👍

@13thmistral

4 жыл бұрын

what will be the costs per year in regards of maintaining this vehicle ?

@savafut

4 жыл бұрын

13thmistral Prices vary depending on the continent. For me, an oil change with all of the filters was about 180€, brake discs are 60€ each, and a full set of brake pads would be about half that. City consumption is 14-15L/100km and highway 7-8L/100km. I have the 3.0 V6 TDI though! Expect much higher for v8 and w12

@shifty2755

4 жыл бұрын

@@13thmistral 11 million dollars

He had problems with his eyes. Thats why the air conditioning system was so important to him. It is by far the most advanced system ever fited to a car.

@JohnDobak

4 жыл бұрын

I'm not seeing the correlation between eye problems and AC. Are you trying to say that's why it needed to be indirect?

@DslStudio

4 жыл бұрын

@@JohnDobak in winter you have to turn the AC on because of wet windows

Man, a video like this with a NORMAL car is So Much Better than all the super luxury “Bought a New Ferrari” videos. Such an amazing change from the norm thanks for the content

I’ve always admired these cars. It started when I saw the bootlid hinge/strut mechanism. Now that’s engineering.

@jcse16

4 жыл бұрын

It was the same with my wife!

@andrewbintang4591

4 жыл бұрын

designed by campagnolo

What's also extravagant, in Dresden VW built a new modern factory exclusivly for that car. They used a lot of glass for that building complex calling it Gläserne Manufaktur. Today it is in use to build their latest electric driven automobiles.

EverydayDriver is one of my first automotive channels I followed many years ago (and the reason I bought a Z). After all the hype and flashiness of other channels, coming back to a good genuine review about a cool old car with Todd is almost cathartic. Never change

@EverydayDriver

4 жыл бұрын

Very glad you enjoy what we do. Thank you for watching!

The Phaeton is one of the most underrated luxury sedans. Gorgeous car.

@shifty2755

4 жыл бұрын

It's actually an AUDI A8.

@melluzi

4 жыл бұрын

@@shifty2755 No, it's not. Most of parts are different.

@vidright

4 жыл бұрын

SHIFTY I don‘t think so, but the vehicle platform of the Phaeton is also the platform for the Bentley Continental and the Porsche Panamera.

@nikandraathelvete

4 жыл бұрын

It´s not gorgeous on the outside. But it´s a very capable car.

@SpanTV

4 жыл бұрын

Because it sucks

I love the interior of the phaeton. All that wood trim is gorgeous!! Nice video by the way .

"...looks a bit gangster for me, but I am the OG so I guess that works" 😂😂😂 4:30

@06pramodbhat

2 жыл бұрын

Ain't nun to it, gangsta rap made him do it

Gotta emphasize the I in "this" like "ThIs is the volkswagon Phaeton and it is the best luxury car for the money..... *dramatic pause* ... when it works." *points fingers up*

@georgesotiriou7051

4 жыл бұрын

We need to see some shorts too.

@user-jf8gd3lv7q

4 жыл бұрын

I must say, you have no fucking clue what you are talking! Here in Germany, the Phaeton had a fantastic reputation at that time, because "its features worked" all flawlessly, and because it was the brainchild of Ferdinand Piech. This car hat to be better than the Mercedes-Benz S-Class at that time in the eyes of Ferdinand Piech, and of course it wasn't cheap for a Volkswagen. But it had a fantastic quality. Its metal bodywork had just the best quality from all the luxury cars at that time..., better than Mercedes, BMW, Audi. You shouldn't do that and talk such crap about things, you have no fucking clue, because the Phaeton absolutely "worked"! It's wellknown too, that some Americans also have no fucking clue about proper maintenance of cars and just let them get fucking old without touching them and let them being just quite fucked up, like the former owner of this car in "Florida"... in a hot and tropic climate with high humidity!

@19ThreeLions97

4 жыл бұрын

@@user-jf8gd3lv7q c'mon, such a cascade of electronics just can't hold up when the car is 15+ years old. especially if you drive further in the north, etc. but those who like Phaeton mostly don't mind that, i think

I love your review. Very comprehensive and well-presented. Also this is one of my favorite cars..... Everyone should be able to appreciate everything about these over-engineered VWs that always leave me in awe.

I'm so stoked to see this thing after hearing you guys talk about it. It looks honestly amazing and has me looking at them more seriously than before (mistake? Probably). Dang though, the drone work is rough in this video.

Mine is a 04 v8 with 185k bought it for 2500, still runs like a dream

@andrewtheguy6190

3 жыл бұрын

About to get a 04 V8 126k for $4000, I’m too excited.

@imeprezime1069

2 жыл бұрын

@@andrewtheguy6190 how's the car

@andrewtheguy6190

2 жыл бұрын

@@imeprezime1069 Never got it, did some more looking into the car and my area in general for a shop that could potentially fix anything I had wrong but the stars just didn’t align.

Had one for 8 years (2nd owner). Loved it. Miss it.

The fact that a V8 was the "standard" engine in 2004 and you could opt for a V12 makes me think wow, what a boring time we live in when it comes to cars haha nowadays the standard engine in most midsize cars is a bland 2.0T that replaced a V6. All the gas saving measures are taking the fun out of driving.

@NankoRusev

4 жыл бұрын

Gio S6 this ain’t a midsize but biggest class limo sedan - compare it with S-class, 7-series and A8.

@xelary5060

4 жыл бұрын

Not a V12 a W12 (aka 2x V6)

@tomboad1

3 жыл бұрын

Not to mention you'll never see an original 2.0T with 300k miles and all original 15 years later.

@robbifliwatut1113

3 жыл бұрын

hmmm in europe most of the normal Cars are having a 1.0T 3 Cyl. Engine with 150HP. 1.8 and 2.0 are the bigger Machines in normal Cars.

@dmdwst8787

3 жыл бұрын

1.0T 3 Cyl on most normal cars in europe? Had to chuckle at that.

I bought a 2008 750Li for 5k. It was an almost fully loaded one and other than needing a new cat it's been perfect (and regular maintenance). I've driven it 10k miles in less than a year and no problems.

@clubracer6

4 жыл бұрын

Yark Moussef wow! You are a brave man for sure! Congrats on the luck so far!!

@chocolatewheelchair

4 жыл бұрын

How many miles on it

@Mark-yi4be

4 жыл бұрын

@@chocolatewheelchair Currently 153k

@smaxwell4062

4 жыл бұрын

I think they had some of the nicest and best quality leather upholstery with beautiful contrasting piping. It wears very well. My friends one had a leaking fuel tank. He lost patience with it😥

@Mark-yi4be

4 жыл бұрын

@@smaxwell4062 I tell some people my car has 30k miles on the clock and they genuinely believe me. Granted I do clean it often but still, amazing interior quality. It also have the Ultra Luxury Package which is a bonus :)

Hey. Love the show‼️ I appreciate how you hit every important details about this lovely vehicle! Everything from the cupholders to the shades on the windows along with the other 93 things that are special on this vehicle would you make it special. I have had this experience before. Thank you. I SEE GREATNESS IN YOU!!!

12:24 nobody commenting on those gorgeous, overengineered hinges?

@REVlogue

4 жыл бұрын

Looked aluminum :)

@incufan32

4 жыл бұрын

I said “ohhhhh” out loud

@aygwm

4 жыл бұрын

Designed by campagnolo

@freibier

4 жыл бұрын

@@aygwm I thought you were joking, but I looked it up and it is actually true...

@kjaze

4 жыл бұрын

Downright lavish...

"I'm a Florida car ,I give up", hahaha. A couple years a go I bought a 03' Astro hi-top conversion that lived in Arizona. There was NO heat/sun related damage. Drove it back home to Detroit. The first winter here the dash split front to back in one location.

Phenomenal review on a phenomenal car - such an intriguing anomaly for its time as a “luxo-boat.”

Watching one of your videos for the first time. Very good! Excellent commentary. Keep it up!

This is awesome, big bro! Love that nutty and awesome Phaeton, man. Us car guys appreciate things like this. Thank you for creating this!! :) JV Johnny

Whenever I see one of these, I hear John Hammond from Jurassic Park smiling as he says "we spared no expense." It's a giant dinosaur of a car that's going to turn on you at a moment's notice and you'll be running away as fast as you can. God I love it.

Better than Doug DeMuro. No punchable voice, no pedantic focus on unnecessary details, and a fantastic breakdown of a really interesting car.

@nasarazam

4 жыл бұрын

Well said about unnecessary details "see the cup holders are not working.." !

@dilly2047

3 жыл бұрын

The main focus of Dougs's channel is literally to show the quirks and features of the cars

@chris92282

3 жыл бұрын

@Nathan Crowell You are so right about his voice! I know it’s not his fault but it still drives me up a freakin wall when I hear him.

How have i never heard of this channel before? First video I have watched. Keep up the good work!

I've wanted one of these for years. I would sub but I already am. Can't wait for more!

The Continental Flying Spur is the 4-door, the GT is the 2-door. Yes I'm fun at parties

@DavidB-hy7ex

4 жыл бұрын

Lol, I said the same thing out loud

Shame you couldn’t find a 12 cylinder model, that would be insane.

@bigbuggaman

4 жыл бұрын

For the money, phaeton w12 or anything else? Yes it’s over engineered but is it worth it?

@3n3ly7m9

Жыл бұрын

@@bigbuggaman The engine itself is not overengineered. The amount of individual controls inside the cabin is complicated

Oh, this video is great. I have had many VW's going back to my first beetle in 1961. I actually stopped a woman who was getting into her Phaeton, to ask if she'd show it to me. It's so rare to see one in the US. She had time and told me all about it. Showed me how the burled lacquered wood dash rolled up, all the controls, etc. She'd been given it in a divorce settlement. What a car. Way beyond my means, but everything about it is great! I have a 2007 Jetta Fahrenheit with 132,000 miles and it is my daily driver. It's manual, and I really love driving it. EverydayDriver, I hope you'll get many more pleasurable years out of your beautiful Phaeton! Thanks for showing us!

Just fell into this. The Phaeton has been on my short list of amazing cars no one bought. I have no idea how KZread's algorithms figured out I'd care about this particular car. Anyway, that said, this is the first video I've seen on this channel. Incredibly well spoken. Very in depth. Loved the descriptions and the flow. The video left a little to be desired (if I'm being constructive), but the audio was crisp. And that is far more important than fixing some wobbly camera moves.

The moment we have been waiting for!! "THIS is a ______" haha nice work ;-)

The Continental "GT" was the coupe. The Continental "Flying Spur" was the super sedan.

@petermai4663

4 жыл бұрын

not my budget :-) i prefer my Phaeton - understatement car

@04dram04

4 жыл бұрын

This is basically an audi A8. I hate that people say its a Bentley with vw badge

@1scubas2

4 жыл бұрын

@@04dram04 They say that because the Phateon and Continental both shared the same D1 platform. While the A8 of this era rode on the D3 platform. So the VW and Bentley were siblings and the A8 was a cousin.

@Conservator.

4 жыл бұрын

04dram04 If you’d compare the interiors you’ll see that every button on the Phaeton has its counterpart on the Bentley. Only difference is that they are squarish on the one and round on the other. Also the Bentley has the same W12 engine as the Phaeton has but it comes with extra turbos attached to it. The A8 has all the same functions but they are not all at the sane location. They were all built on the same production line in the factory in Dresden.

@cardinaloflannagancr8929

4 жыл бұрын

@@04dram04 True but people also say the opposite with a Rolls Royce or Bentley.

Can't wait to see the adventures in both the Phaeton and the QP5 over the coming year. Looking forward to it!

this is such an excellent vid. years ago, I worked for the ad agency that did the sell sheets for this car. it was a marvel

I really appreciate your impression and insight on this great car. I do agree that some parts from the Phaeton made it into the Porsche Cayenne, but I was surprised that you didn't mention that the Phaeton was actually the car version of the Touareg! I've got two Touaregs (T1 &T2) and there is so much that is shared between these SUV's and the Phaeton, like interior design (just look at that wide center console, and the steering wheel and shift lever are identical on both), air suspension, V8 engine, and even the fuel tank with it's over-complicated dual-chamber, dual fuel pump design. I loved this car ever since I saw it for the first time at the 2001 Detroit Motor Show. I got to sit in it and experienced the most awesome sound system I had ever heard in car.

@NankoRusev

4 жыл бұрын

Bashar AlNasser that’s because the Touareg shares some of the components of the Phaeton, not vice verse :)

@basharalnasser

4 жыл бұрын

@@NankoRusev I stand corrected. Thank you. In any case the relationship between the two cars is still there indicating that both were intended to be high end cars from the beginning.

I love this car. My brother had leased one brand new and it was unbelievable. He hated to give it back at the end of the lease.

Love your reviews!!! You describe the car so well and the exterior shots while the car is in motion is beautiful!

@EverydayDriver

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much! Please to hear our style resonates with you, and glad to have you with us.

I was fan of Doug deMuro before...until I found you. You are THE best. Its like comparing Alfa Romeo QV and BMW M3. Congrats guys!

As an '06 Phaeton owner myself, I can't wait to watch this series!

@splice247

4 жыл бұрын

Hows the reliabilty

@matthews.1998

4 жыл бұрын

Overall it’s been wonderful, though it’s not a daily driver. I recently completed timing belt, water pump, thermostat, alternator coolant line seals ( water cooled alternator) some bushings in the front suspension, valve cover gaskets, serpentine belt. I just stay ahead of the maintenance.

@nube144

4 жыл бұрын

Me 2!!!!

@daevid21

4 жыл бұрын

Matthew S. You must not have the w12

@matthews.1998

4 жыл бұрын

I don’t have the 12 cylinder. I was strongly advised by my VW mechanic to avoid it. In fact he stated he wouldn’t work on the car, nor would my local VW dealer.

You guys make me proud to be a “part owner” in this cheap Phaeton. I liked these when they were introduced and like them even more now at $5K. Rolling with the rear 1/4 window shade in place is very OG indeed. Either that or it’s broken..... 😁 Great initial review (as usual) and I wish you and Paul the best with the #bigsedanchallenge

@kevina2052

4 жыл бұрын

@Camaro 1968 um. You sir are also giving this guy "free money" by watching this video. Time is money, after all. He just gave him more right out of his pocket. To each their own.. no need to be an asshole about it.

Yo Todd, YOU GET "IT"!!! I thoroughly enjoyed (yes, ALL 16 mins of) your Phaeton (Fey-ton, lol and ty) VDO. Your disposition is SPOT ON, not filled with gaps of nothing-ness, well thought out, very clear and easy to follow and NOT condescending :) IMHO you share that elusive and beautiful balance in youtube perfection with another one of my faves' (and worth mentioning) Iman P. the Ratchets and Wrenches guy. I have NO connection to Iman other than (and in slightly different areas of cars) you both share very well presented, entertaining, informative and again perfectly balanced VDOs'. THANK YOU, Todd and keep up the great work!!! George Grbic.

This was the first video of yours I watched, and lemme tell ya: the Doug intro really had me going! I had no idea what to expect, but I really enjoyed it. Instant subscribe!

@EverydayDriver

4 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching and subscribing!

I loved the look of these when they were first introduced, you don’t see a lot of them here in Canada.

Always loved the Phaeton. I have my Passat though, with the W8, and it's a lot like your car, not the fastest from the line, but feels unstoppable once it's going. There great in our Utah winters though.

Love the beginning!!

Congratulations, love this car since the beginning... you are brave and hope you get lots of likes and help out with the future expenses.

I just bought a 2001 Lexus LS430. 180,000 km. The day after I bought it drove it 1300 km from Vancouver to Edmonton, no problems. Everything works and I love it. I paid $7000 for it

@KonohazFinest

4 жыл бұрын

Well those are incredibly reliable unlike that crappy VW.

@therealboofighter

4 жыл бұрын

nate murga I am hoping so.

@clo2884

4 жыл бұрын

Proper maintenance, considerate and consistent driving habits and it will most likely outlive you 😋

@KonohazFinest

4 жыл бұрын

@@clo2884 said no one ever

@chrispritchard4676

4 жыл бұрын

Like your good self, I located an 05 LS430 a few months ago in the UK. Without doubt the best car I have ever owned. Every journey is a joy. Off to Wales tomorrow on a 300 mile hike. Cant wait ! Cheers.

Missed you guys!

Been driving a loaded 08 Phaeton 3.0TDI (GP1) with 350k KM for a few years. Haven't had a single mechanical issue with it, but the left vent A/C cover mechanism is broken, and I have had to fix the driver window motor twice (both when the temps dropped well below freezing). Honestly one of my all time favorite cars, mostly due to the sleeper nature.

I really like the style of your videos! You earned my subscription!!!

I have a 2005 phaeton that’s modified and by far the best car I’ve ever owned. I have serval and have had many vws. The phaeton v8 is a by far bargain car vs any other car

@theprojectproject01

4 жыл бұрын

How have you modded yours, and how reliable have those mods been? So far all I've done to mine has been to swap on Benley 20s.

@petermai4663

4 жыл бұрын

ich liebe meinen Phaeton - auch Panzer genannt - er ist souverän bei langen Autobahn Strecken auch weiter über 200km/h so kann man ruhig relaxed von München - Berlin in unter 4 Stunden schaffen bei akzeptablen Verbrauch Diesel / 2014 Diesel 6V ... er war 5 Jahre alt beim kauf hatte 50TKM und kostete nur 23 Euro + 2 Jahre Garantie - aus München Peter translation I love my Phaeton - also called "Panzer = tank" - it is sovereign on long Autobahn car even over 200km / h so you can calmly relax from Munich - Berlin in under 4 hours with acceptable consumption Diesel / model 2014 Diesel 6V ... he was 5 Years old when buying had 50TKM and cost only 23 euros + 2 years guarantee - all the best from Munich - Peter

@hb7898

4 жыл бұрын

@@petermai4663 23 € only ? 🙄

@mikekrammer

4 жыл бұрын

@@petermai4663 Hallo Peter, ich suche ein sehr leises Auto für Autobahnstrecken, hast du auch einen Vergleich zum V8 Benziner Phaeton? Ist der Diesel leise oder brummt er durch (habe Problem mit Ohren ;-) Vielen Dank! Mike

@petermai4663

4 жыл бұрын

@@mikekrammer absolute ! "der gleiter" wie ich in nennen ist super isoliert - die Doppelverglassung die dicke Isolierung machen den wagen zum super reiseauto- das luftfahrwerk ist klasse . ab 230kmh wird es etwas lauter da der wagen schon kurz übersetzt ist . aber alles gut im rahmen - geh zum vw händler und teste einen . ein tipp wenn es geht nimm unbedingt die vw garantie dazu - teile sind nicht billig bei vw :-) ich habe den V6/ gross serien motor von vw / mit der 245 PS maschine - interessant ist der 5 gang der hat es in sich der ist etwas gedrosselt damit das Drehmoment nicht das a- getiebe schrottet - im 6. auf der autobahn zieht ab 140kmh schneller und ruhiger als der 5. gang !!

I love the fact the it's 5000lbs +......yes its a lot of weight to pull around but nothing matches the solid, tank like feeling of a heavy German car.

@gregorkorompay3455

4 жыл бұрын

Had a A6 3.0 tdi with like 4800 lbs .. i felt like god. as you said, like a tank

@danield9824

4 жыл бұрын

@shaun king must be a joke

@billb.2673

4 жыл бұрын

shaun king you’re the only one comparing them. But please, enjoy your 93 Camry. I’m sure it’s an absolute hoot to drive.

@billb.2673

4 жыл бұрын

@shaun king I can't take any criticism from someone named "shaun" seriously. Sorry.

So glad I found your content. The most intelligent review series around.

@EverydayDriver

4 жыл бұрын

Glad to have you with us. Thank you!

in 2011, on my way home, in Vancouver, Washington, one afternoon, I saw a black Phaeton. Being the VW Gal that I am, I followed it to it's home. After telling the driver I am harmless, that I just wanted to see his car close-up, he was actually surprised that I knew what it was. So, we talked VW for a bit, he showed me his Phaeton, I left happy, and he was happy to show me the car.

Looks like someone used a cigarette as a stylus on that screen.

What I was told years ago is that if you're going to buy a high mileage luxury car, choose the base spec: never get hydraulic/air suspension if avoidable, minimise power controls, select one with a low specific output engine if you can and just pray the transmission is reliable. Welcome to Risk Minimisation 101!

Loving this one thanks for sharing very information blessed love to all knowledge is power hopefully everyone pays attention keep up the good work 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🇯🇲🇯🇲🇯🇲

Wow! The car is actually in a pretty good shape, and it runs!

I worked at a VW dealer when I was 17, these things were constantly returning for warranty work 😂 The techs hated them!

@gustavopaulette3496

4 жыл бұрын

Sarah Dell no one cares

@sarahdell4042

4 жыл бұрын

Gustavo Paulette Says the person who felt the need to respond.

@jackfrost9736

4 жыл бұрын

I could imagine, I have a 2008 Passat and it never leaves the garage, although mine is obviously out of warranty

@kutter_ttl6786

4 жыл бұрын

Sarah Dell I care. Thanks for the insight.

@easystreet1888

4 жыл бұрын

@@gustavopaulette3496 They do care indeed Gustov when they pay the bill.

I sat in one of these at the OC Dealer in the showroom back around 2003? There’s 1 reason they did the Phaeton as a VW - so German Chancellor Schroeder could roll up & promote VW instead of MB!!

this car remembers to me a german soccer player playing in an italian team some years ago: oliver bierhoff. While his colleagues were sticking with hypercars with pimp looks, the phaeton was his car! He was a very polite and educated chap, he spent his money in a very wise manner, and learned to speak italian better than we italians at the time.

GREAT stuff. I have always been fascinated by the Phaeton. I can imagine owning it in the 12 cylinder

Oh yeah, Phaeton, the work of mad genius...

I just bought your Phaeton T-shirt and love it but I need a modified version that reads "Ask me about cheap W12 Phaetons". I have four of those plus a V8 ☺

@petermai4663

4 жыл бұрын

where do you bought it please greetings from Munich

@steviecadillac6129

4 жыл бұрын

All bought here in the USA

I like driving big old luxury barges, if you buy a good one. My Mercedes 300SE (1991) cost me 1,000 pounds sterling 13 years ago. It then had 31,000 miles on the clock. Now it has 132,000 miles under it's belt. It is still a joy to drive, also easy and inexpensive to maintain. Parts are way cheaper than the parts for my Toyota I had previously. Your Phaeton looks like it will be a great drive. Hope it goes well for you!

Great opening! I’m a DD fan...almost lost my coffee😝

This has always been my dream car. But always heard bad reviews and they don’t have many availability for used sales.

@FragEightyfive

4 жыл бұрын

I have been looking for one for a while. I own and been around other VW/Audi's from that ere, take a look at how those held up and the Phaeton is in the same boat unfortunately. Phaetons are usually in marginally better condition because people tend to take slightly better car of a $80-100k car vs a $13-30k car.

@markchambers8641

4 жыл бұрын

Frag EightyFive True. I want something sporty and fast but with good maintenance and durability.

@Gordie1450

4 жыл бұрын

Frag EightyFive www.kijiji.ca/v-cars-trucks/edmonton/2004-volkswagen-phaeton-v8-awd-loaded-v-good-condition/1471033026

@jdrancho1864

4 жыл бұрын

@@FragEightyfive Unfortunately, by now, and with their massive depreciation, luxury cars like the Phaeton have started falling into the hands of people who have never met a car that couldn't be "improved" by modding. See Sk8ordie88 above.

@jdrancho1864

4 жыл бұрын

All the Phaetons seem to be concentrated in the eastern third of the US. There are practically no listings on the west coast.

“Because it looks like a Jetta” Maybe so, but, the Audi’s of the era and even their entire modern design language is grounded in the same design language as tha of those Jetta’s and VW design in general which had people looking at VW in a whole different way suddenly in the 2000’s

@LOLHICRONO

4 жыл бұрын

And Audis didn't start looking good until mid-late 2000s.

In a moment of madness I bought one of these from a car auction, it had 185,000 miles on the clock with full history and was fitted with the 3ltr V6 turbo diesel and auto box. It was nicely run in at that mileage and went like stink, I think it might have been chipped because it went so well and was superb to drive. A friend of mine asked if he could drive it and after driving it offered me a £1500-00 profit on it so I reluctantly sold it to him and he's been delighted with it. I have never come across another one but would buy it in an instant after having the other one, I wish I hadn't been tempted by the money now and kept it but that's life. I was a little worried about the high mileage but needn't have worried it's done 235,000 miles now and still runs like a dream.

good video but how do you turn the AC, i read pagess 29-37 the car is at the shop getting refriderient refill but they need to compressor/AC set up ON . I have the car for years and still can not figure it out. i tried recirc mode and defoster mode .

*sees title* *”Endless Money Pit”* Still clicks cause this car is underrated af

@andrewwhite103

4 жыл бұрын

Ikr this and the toureg are my favorite cars of all time

@doriangray2347

4 жыл бұрын

Killmered the channel

@carholic-sz3qv

4 жыл бұрын

@@andrewwhite103 are you serious?! Wtf!!! What about the Audi q7 v12 tdi?

@andrewwhite103

4 жыл бұрын

Le Chat Botté it’s not available here where I live so I didn’t include it but if it was available here I would probably pick that one

@learningtoride1840

4 жыл бұрын

I saw your title & didnt need to see more...if this dude has $ to keep it up then good for him :)

Utah is beautiful this time of year wow

@jcse16

4 жыл бұрын

It was actually filmed in Portugal for tax reasons but they digitally altered it to look like Utah.

@petermai4663

4 жыл бұрын

specially for sking :-)

@Musique61414

4 жыл бұрын

What a disaster, but a beautiful disaster.

I love the way you guys talk about cars.

excellent idea, looking forward to this video series

You were great as Agent Smith in the Matrix

@WaltherP99Reviewer

4 жыл бұрын

Ikr

@robertgarcia8613

4 жыл бұрын

Mr anderson

Hahahahahahahaha the best intro ever!

It's just who you are that makes this show very Adult and informative and sometimes humorous Thank You ! "

@EverydayDriver

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching. We’re glad you enjoy what we do!

The 2005 hardcover sales brochure to this vehicle is a sheer work of art every feature of this car is painstakingly described right down to the park position of the windshield wipers now that is attention to detail

I've had this car, it has everything, windows don't fog, can't hear outside from inside, you name it, it still is sold newly in I think China. They even sell a w12 4seater.

@pinut187

4 жыл бұрын

no its not longer sold in China, they have the Phideon now.

@gkb757

4 жыл бұрын

@@pinut187 oh copy that, didn't know they changed the name. I'd love to get a newer one though.

@helmutbc91

4 жыл бұрын

Gerade bei #eBayKleinanzeigen gefunden. Wie findest du das? www.ebay-kleinanzeigen.de/s-anzeige/vw-phaeton-w12-6-0/1260002869-216-766?

@Wraikey

4 жыл бұрын

Well the Phideon isnt actually just a changed Name. It has a different philosophy and this makes it, at least in my opinion, worse than the Pheaton

Those trunk hinges at 12:21 are awesome! Engineer nerd coming out in me...

@gustavopaulette3496

4 жыл бұрын

No one cares sir

Superb! great intro, I can't stand those other mainstream youtube car channels, horrifying. I like how we're all getting older at the same time, I just got a high mileage 07 BMW 530xi touring 6 speed, same idea, super nice, super complex, and quite cheap as people are afraid of the repairs. And also into our 40's we're totally digging nice cars, just like the original owners of these cars were looking for.

Great video. I have a 2005 Phaeton V8 that I purchased off a lease in 2008. and it remains the highest quality, most reliable product I've ever owned. Yes, timing belt is an engine-out PITA, and batteries are expensive, but my costs overall have been generally sporadic and reasonable. The 2005 or 2006 is the one to get--the 04's had the suspension issues that were fixed in subsequent model years. (They often required complete replacement under warranty for that year.) Mine isn't a daily driver now so it only adds between 3k and 5k miles each year--130k total right now--but it's a pleasure every time. I'd drive it across the country any day of the week.

@TanukiAlarm

7 ай бұрын

if youre still on youtube how has ownership been 3 years later? cost, problems, etc

Better buckle up for those Phaeton repair bills! The features were such a good value for their time. Sadly most are landing in the junk yard these days. PS. Reach out if you need help on parts, we can get you get any OEM part (assuming they are available) at a discount.

@edstratton

4 жыл бұрын

Don't buy a cheap Phaeton!!!! Spend a bit more and get a perfect one and look after it, you won't regret it.

@errolmcinnes7938

3 жыл бұрын

I got mine with 40 thousand miles on it, I may get two or three more thousand miles before it simply falls apart. I have to do repairs daily on mine

@krane15

2 жыл бұрын

@@errolmcinnes7938 Modern cars don't just "fall apart" if they cared for and well maintained. Every machine wears out and needs scheduled repairs and upkeep. Your service manual is your best friend.

My God. I forgot how big that car was! It's enormous! But, I have loved this car since it was introduced. Glad to see it in action. Hopefully it's smooth sailing from here on!

I am the guy with the 2015 Subaru BRZ. I saw your segments on the OFT tune and the UEL catted header and I installed both: no regrets. In the Spring of 2018 I found a beautiful 1999 BMW 323i languishing in the back of my local Subaru dealer's used car lot. I was looking for a beater for my teenage son to drive. Instead I found a plain jane E46 3 series with a $4000 window sticker. With one small rust spot on the rear fender well and minor interior wear I traded in my unloved 10 year old Mazda 5 nano-van and drove off with the 323i for less than $1500. I am slowly repairing the interior wear. 3 months later I have to replace the dead battery and dead alternator. After 6 more months the speed sensors start failing when they get wet and then I notice the front suspension clunking when shifting from throttle to brake and vice versa. I replaced the battery and alternator myself to save a bit but had a reputable local mechanic replace the speed sensors and repair the front suspension: just the trailing bushings and not the a-arms to which the ball joints are permanently attached. So, yes, I've spent more maintaining this car than I purchased it for, but it's still a nice daily driver that's completely paid for and way more economical than new car payments. Plus, the 323i, as the base 6-cylinder E46 3-series sedan is a wonderful contrast to the BRZ. Smooth and quiet versus noisy and aggressive. I take turns driving each to work and love them both.

The luxury car I ended up choosing out of that same time are is a silver 2004 Jaguar XJ8. And I also chose the normally aspirated one over the supercharged w/100 more HP. And I did that for the same reason as the V8 being chosen here over the W12. Superchargers do go out and are very expensive to fix. So I decided to get the base and be happy with it. And I'm fixing to get some open freeway miles on it so it can feel right at home at high speeds. And as for its air suspension, there are coil spring conversion kits out there that can be ordered to replace their air suspensions, which I plan on looking into.

I love the intro. Just shows how annoying other youtubers are LOL

@soldieroftafari

4 жыл бұрын

@skbuoy shmeeeeee!!

@Salpeteroxid

4 жыл бұрын

@@soldieroftafari Hate that guy, I blocked him.

@freshjuice9801

4 жыл бұрын

@@Salpeteroxid Same here.

@Salpeteroxid

4 жыл бұрын

@@freshjuice9801 He doesn't know how to wrench.

@nicholasw.3488

4 жыл бұрын

Even tho he took it from Doug?

The VW gives me more anxiety than the Maserati

4:30 it looks a bit gangster for me, but I am the og” is the greatest line I’ve heard on a KZread video, congrats!

@EverydayDriver

Жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed. Thanks for watching!

I love the Phaeton, awesome video, it's a shame is no longer in production! I drive a Passat and for me are amazing cars

looks like a template for the Passat

I always enjoyed the Phaeton, but thought it crazy that a VW could cost more than the A8L and still look like the $25k B5 Passat. Even though the chassis is shared with the Bentley Continental and the engines were shared with Audi, the Phaeton looked like it came from a much cheaper parts bin; from a car that could be bought for 1/5 the cost of a new Phaeton.

@itsallgood6146

2 жыл бұрын

Rs

Continental GT was a coupe, flying spur was a 4 door. Both had tad the same platfrom, suspension, very similar interior, 4x4 system and shared the petrol engines with Phaeton.

I have been driving the V10 for 1 year now and it has spent a total of 7 weeks in the garage. There is so little space in the engine bay. I've had the engine out to get both turbos refurbished, new intercoolers, all engine seals replaced, then a complete replacement of the wiring loom to the boot. In the New Year it's going back in to the mechanic to get a new air-con compressor and it will need a check of the suspension level sensors. It's going crazy at the moment. Constant beeping saying the height adjustment isn't available. Could be battery management module causing a simple electrical fault (I also replaced both batteries) because also central locking decided to give up randomly for a week. Hopefully I can then go most of the year without spending too much more on it........... I wonder how my maintenance bill will compare to yours (although I live in Poland so it will no doubt be a bit cheaper to work on)

The Phaeton was a wonderful car. I was fortunate enough to work on the design team of the company which designed and produced the fuel tank (Kautex in Germany). We visited VW often, they had a very professional team too, great guys. Thanks for the video, enjoy the Phaeton!

@otom20

4 жыл бұрын

Well, at least the fuel tank will be ok then.

I love this car, I want one. It's such a dapper looking car and I'm sure a real pleasure to drive.

12:20 OMG! That trunk hinge is a work of billet-aluminum art!!!

@theprojectproject01

4 жыл бұрын

Actually stamped out of like 6mm plate, but finished off very nicely.

Gosh I adore these cars so much. Absolute technical marvels.