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Restoring A Rare Mercedes E55 AMG Super Wagon Satisfying 5 Week Transformation Fixing EVERYTHING

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    @RichRebuilds3 years ago Alex, this was like a movie. Fantastic job! 1030
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    @leonardnose56953 years ago The amount of knowledge alex has is just crazy. I got into his videos because of the e55 sedan and havent stopped watching. Keep it up alex. 33
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    @redwalsh873 years ago It' s really great to see a regular guy who knows what he is doing and a rare cool car saved from the junkyard or crusher. The video editing/music is great too! 36
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    @2ningmarket3 years ago We sometimes watch a video 5min long and say, " i' ll never get that time back" i have to be honest all 41min were worth it! Great video alex! 17
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    @projektvertx3 years ago Alex, your channels has stayed the most consistent of any youtuber i know. Stellar content! Ive been blessed to meet you in person. The old saying dont meet . ...Expand 14
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    @zollotech3 years ago That looks great. Gotta get an e55 one day when i have a larger garage. Maybe a wrecked sls next? 119
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    @detonator21123 years ago What a beautiful car. Mercedes design is so timeless and they always have certainthat other german rivals can' t quite capture. It' s the power of the star. Cheers from finland, enjoyed the video and keep up the good work man!. ...Expand 6
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    @YogisGarage3 years ago I know all about lengthy video editing sessions. While i enjoy it, it can be a time sink.
    looking forward to seeing your new shop!
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    @ihatemytown3 years ago Jeez that power lift gate closed hard af. 16
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    @TheLegenDacster3 years ago Bravo alex. 1st what a car to renovate and restore. 2nd your enthusiasm and list of tasks 3rd you do a large amount of the work yourself should you end . ...Expand
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    @christraina3 years ago Love the car! I' ve always wanted one! Talk about give aways! I' m headed up to new jersey due to a military pcs. We are a family of 5 and we id="hidden6" would sure show that car a lot of love! Thanks for the content. I always love watching your videos. ...Expand 1
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    @ty27tp3 years ago The only youtuber who makes a 40 minute video feel like a 15 minute watch, wasnt a mercedes fan until you started showing them off too. 185
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    @callum58963 years ago From one wagon owner to another, thank you for your service! 5
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    @slasher98833 years ago Alex i think your channel has just reached a whole new level of awesomeness. Well done mate. 13
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    @erik15143 years ago Holy shit, i thought this was only a 15 min video. Cant believe 40 min went by so quickly! 25
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    @benjaminkaric28743 years ago Alex, you are the reason i got a job at mercedes and started working on cars. I' ve ben watching your videos since you started on youtube. I' m on . ...Expand
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    @PKAaron163 years ago Yo i' m almost in tears watching alex bring this beauty back to life! For real got me inspired over here! 2
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    @writerboz3 years ago Love it! E55 amg wagon is one of my " keep forever" car choices (dad likes a big v8 noise, but there are three kids) and you did such a great . ...Expand 1
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    @plainbrownwrapper96883 years ago Boy mancusio' s (sp) usually has some really cool stuff always in the background. Wagoneer, scout, ramcharger. Really neat stuff to see. 1
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    @brazildashcam3 years ago Your e55 was simply magnificent.
    wagon is the type of car that should never go out of line.
    unfortunately suvs are dominating.
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    @calebcooper91033 years ago Alex. You are the one youtuber i keep watching. You have mechanical, body work and detailing, all in one place. And you work on sick cars. Your channel . ...Expand 1
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    @tiagoscp23 years ago Absolute quality content alex, keep this up! Cheers from poland. 2
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    @kevinc313 years ago One of the most underrated automotive youtube channels next to speed academy. 104
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    @Thecarthatiam3 years ago Ive been dying to get a w211! I have an ml350 but the w211 facelift e class has always been my dream car. Its good to see such beautiful cars being dri . ...Expand
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    @bitterfriction3 years ago Great job, alex! The wagon looks amazing now!
    also, did anyone else peep that nice bronco near the end of the video?
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    @portuguesepetrolhead3 years ago Honestly alex, your channel is nothing but inspirational. Thank you: 6
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    @vdochev3 years ago I wish all mechanics were as knowledgeable and as honest like you. Great work and love your videos! I really love the educational stuff and tips you provide. 1
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    @collinreesejones55253 years ago You rock, i am always enthralled watching your videos. My mom' s 2004 s55amg gave me fits in tiny west texas town of ballinger, i see these videos and drop my head. Keep it up alex!
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    @FitmentIndustries3 years ago What a great watch. The pacing is on point and i love amg wagons!
    -sean.
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    @rasalghul57133 years ago Great video alex! Seeing her back to her former glory reminds me of when i used to work at mercedes-benz and seeing these on the showroom floor. 1
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    @thesniperofcs3 years ago I don' t usually watch any video that exceed 20 minutes
    but this was a legit eye catching amg wagon
    i really love wagons, and i really liked the jump seats.
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    @Chitown3883 years ago Couldn' t believe that i watched the whole thing without blinking an eye and without realizing that it was a 41-minute video! Time just flew by. And i don' t even like wagons. Awesome video. Well done!
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    @robertmorin14543 years ago I can tell you put a ton of time on this build, looks great and turned out excellent. Time to sell it and take the cash into the next project. 3
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    @diegopellecer2 years ago I' ve never liked those mercedes models but this. This is astonishing! Beautiful car beautiful work! Congrats!
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    @johnlincoln46163 years ago Comment section why didnt you paint the whole car?
    alex because you arent paying for it.
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    @WoodLox3 years ago Algorithm just recommended this and what a pleasure to see this high mileage e55 wagon restore. Youre a natural in the camera and knowledgeable with the cars. Subd.
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    @BigPowerAL3 years ago Man, this is my kind of videos! Start to finish on a gem of a amg! Thanks alex! 1
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    @troyfankell65813 years ago I love the w211 wagons and really like the channel content. This inspires me to get an e63 or e55 wagon after i finish a few more projects. 2
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    @fatimazahrakabire90913 years ago I watched this 41min video without knowing it' s that long till i saw someone mentioning it in the comments!
    amazing how great videos slide through time smoothly.
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    @tylerhemstreet82893 years ago This is a pretty long video, so i was hesitant to watch the entire thing, but wow great job, alex! The transformation is really incredible. I love your w211 content. 1
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    @DanielMyung3 years ago Damn, that self closing boot is the fastest and most aggressive i' ve seen. 146
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    @bsfunk443 years ago Fantastic transformation alex! I could watch this forever! 1
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    @Infamous101102 years ago I had two manhattans and some food. I cried at the end. What a great movie. Thanks!
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    @rickb32883 years ago Awesome video of what is needed. The refub of a great vehicle, looking great, and ready to add another 100k miles to the odometer. It' s not per se, but you are still keeping it out of the landfill and a premature death.
    i know you might still be waiting on parts, but look forward to a cl65 update soon. We love watching you perform magic with these things
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    @noahm.40013 years ago This is great! Greetings from germany land of mercedes. 1
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    @nknasi3 years ago Loving the reverse car washing and two-person timelapses! Both great ideas! Keep growing. 1
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    @Midmojo3 years ago As a benz technician, i am in love with any amg wagon. You rock. 44
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    @wyrien3 years ago That volvo estate in the background when you wash it! Lt; 3 growing up in the late 80s early 90s - those things were everywhere. Now you don' t see regarding the e55 - my dad had a 280cdi from 2005, one of the best looking modern mercs imho. Don' t like the new ones all that much, but the w211 with those curves - love it! Glad to see an amg saved for the future and for it to actualy be driven!. ...Expand
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    @dextro34793 years ago Now watching it over and over again atm its the third time watching this. This is great stuff and i really like that kind of rebuild. 1
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    @ericwambua40133 years ago The fact that i have watched 40 mins of this video just shows how you content s great. From kenya btw;
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    @robsrcjourney9703 years ago What a fantastic transformation alex.
    really enjoyed following the updates on this merc.
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    @02Z06Tom3 years ago I spend a lot of time on my 150k mile cl55 amg and have always wanted an e55 wagon. Your videos are so educational. You do very nice work my friend!
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    @LaytonKnightt3 years ago I wish wagons got this much appreciation outside of the enthusiast community. Favorite body style ever. 25
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    @ufont13 years ago Great work, alex.
    every time when i pass by mancuso' s shop i' m hoping to see you doing some videos outside.
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    @chadgantt73793 years ago This is by far my favorite channel. The amg wagon is my ultimate dream car. One day i will own one. Keep up the great work. I inherited my father-in-laws . ...Expand
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    @corythomas93693 years ago Killed the restoration dude, nice job! 3
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    @user-gw5rs7fp9j3 years ago E55 giveaway, wow, a pro at marketing too hey! Love it! Love watching you & your passion alex. Teaches me to appreciate the complexity of mercedes kia kaha from aotearoa!. ...Expand
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    @davewaterman19753 years ago Hi mate, dave from south australia (riverland) here. I' ve just stumbled across your site and have really enjoyed watching a few episodes. I' ve ps. I notice the police car next to the benz which is made was made in australia and known as the statesman caprice here. ...Expand
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    @htownblue113 years ago Hey rich andgrasshopper has become the master and actually finishes a project and is gonna be at 500k subs in a and stepmom and rich is collecting olive garden frequent dinerwell done lsc! You need a hydro puller. Best thing i bought for rusted in axles etc. People cant appreciate the difficulty you had to overcome. ...Expand 43
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    @FreedomForce1003 years ago Always amazed by the quality of the execution, the passion and the humility. Great work! 1
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    @MB2123 years ago Wow and just wow amazing execution on all the repairs. Not usually watch long videos, but this was a pleasure to watch all the way. 1
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    @TheBBodyBuilder3 years ago Great transformation on a unique daily. That wagon would make an awesome giveaway. Love your videos alex. 1
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    @steveschmidt55743 years ago Really enjoyed all of the steps to this project. Came out awesome! 1
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    @timfenton51533 years ago Like the start to finish in one video, excellent, thanks. 1
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    @Tarkov.3 years ago If there' s anything i' ve learned from you and car ninja' s channel, it' s that paint protection film is worth every penny. 18
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    @juicysmalls39883 years ago Thanks so much alex. I love your videos. I have been researching getting my own e55 amg, and you are giving me a great deal of motivation to get one and do my own repairs. 1
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    @johnwardale60103 years ago Tyvm 4 all your efforts! Amazing work, editing, transitions! Love the start to finish effectives!
    also, would love to see a mild tune on this one!
    love the way you do stuff!
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    @trifasss13 years ago By all means this is one of the best mechanic channel on youtube. Hands down im thrilled about every video, they way its filmed, explained and if you are mercedes loved its just fantastic! Keep it going!
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    @aaronbritt20253 years ago Love the reverse footage during the wash. Looked cool. 2
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    @losbadgt3 years ago I swear those are my favorite wagons/cars. One day i will jump and buy one. Always been scared of maintenance but watching all your vids all those things are easy.
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    @peni800853 years ago This was actually pretty impressive, 232k miles and looks brand new. Love your content, those wheels are dope! 12
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    @hazlo993 years ago What afantastic job alex. One of my favourite channels to watch. 1
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    @johndg13983 years ago This is an awesome rebuild, alex beautiful w211 e55 indeed! Best regards from the philippines, brother. Kudos to your channel.
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    @edgarribeirodossantos90193 years ago Your job is precious! What a great restoration outcome. My favorite mercedes models are the wagons (no matter what production year) and the eternal classic . ...Expand 1
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    @crazymarge13 years ago Loved this! So much satisfaction! I can relate so much about saving those special cars!
    keep up the good content and the wanderful work!
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    @kiliumearth40633 years ago Really satisfying vid. Excellent work. Water pump went on perfectly.
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    @davidestate3 years ago Damn. The guy that fixed the rust is amazing - jedi amazing. What a great job all round. 15
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    @isaiahdominguez61173 years ago Love all your content alex! Recently bought a cdi and i' m obsessed with your wagon, always loved wagons and the e55 wagon is such an awesome sleeper, keep making great content man. 1
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    @tomdennee39743 years ago What a totally unique car. It' s beautiful. I love wagons. You can tell you love what you do, it' s great.
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    @cubanrafy3 years ago Great video as always! Really enjoyed seeing the complete transformation in just a single amd well edited video showing what matters, especially a good look at the finished wagon! 1
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    @loganclaproth3 years ago Fantastic video alex! Earlyon 500k subscribers! You deserve it buddy.
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    @crystalworks13 years ago Great stuff, love seeing cars saved rather than thrown into a junkyard. The end result is always worth it. I' m a bmw guy (and have saved quite a few . ...Expand
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    @anabelbarajas3 years ago These restoration videos are so satisfying. 47
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    @MrTiganj1233 years ago I just love how alex has spare e55 rims just laying around. Amazing work like always. 1
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    @jordanarmstrong83583 years ago Alex, i want that wagon. My ' 04 e320 wagon has 366k and still running strong (family owned since 33k! E55. That' s a dream!
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    @cubanrafy3 years ago My dad used to drive me and my 3 siblings in a 78 impala wagon and i loved sitting in the 3rd rear facing row on road trips. I' d love to find one of these amg' s in good shape to road trip with my children!
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    @Palominostudio3 years ago Firstly, that car is turning out a beauty, nicely done.
    pro tip if you need to hammer and no air, use an electric sds impact drill with the rotation i love your vids, kind regards,
    south africa
    .
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    @vorsprungdurchtech3 years ago What a beauty! A timeless classic. I love it! 1
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    @Glenngabriel13 years ago I like how you show its possible to complete a car in 1 video. Other youtubers? Not so much. Excellent work! 7
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    @ryanjones79083 years ago Was awesome to watch. I am from down under and enjoy your content. That amg is magnificent!
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    @scottfaulder46903 years ago I look at my 2009 e350 and think why did i buy this when i should have purchased an e55. The wagons are just so iconic looking and the way alex brings them back to life is amazing. Keep up the good work.
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    @samkirk36623 years ago Really enjoy the mercs. Never a car that interested me but i stumbled across a 3. 0 cdi s211. Love it. Love working on it. Very happy to see another 55.
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    @lawnandgardensbear3 years ago I just saw this car has the jump seats in the way back! I used to ride in one in my dads oldsmobile and later in an old volvo. Imagine doing accelerating g tests for kiddos back there! This thing is a gem!
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    @BflyBricks3 years ago Had four mercs so far, on my second w211, currently i have a 09 wagon, it' s the best one yet, i 100% agree this eras looks, styling and engines are you have to be willing to put in the time and effort like you did and as much as you can do yourself the better. Thanks for this video, lots of good stuff in there and common problems with the w211.
    i' ve just ordered the ceramic cleaner you used, i' ve been using wax but never thought of going down the ceramic route. Looking forward to the results.
    great video tremendous amount of work, much appreciated
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    @elliottbickle61173 years ago Its so nice to see cars actually being fixed and saved. I wont name names, but theres a bunch of non-content out there that leaves me wanting better, and your channel never lets me down. 28
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    @ventsislavpanov3 years ago Alex, you are my pure motivation to continue love my w211 even its not amg but these cars are just beautiful! Thank you for all mercedes-benz videos! Looking forward for that giveaway and the dream of having amg. 2
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    @CJ-ey5wq3 years ago I have to say this probably your best video to date. Everything in 1 full episode. And the car came out great. This is definitely a great budget build video.
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    @terryurquhart24133 years ago Awesome renovation. Great work, well edited. Maybe ill tackle my sl55 spark plug change myself now!