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Introducing My Cheap 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 451 - Spares or Repair Car
In this video I reveal my cheap 2008 Smart Fortwo Pure 451 spares or repair car.
I have just purchased this Smart which features a black Tridion and silver panels. The vehicle has issues with the gear shifter and it is suspected that there is a clutch fault, although it will be drivable with care, once it has a valid MOT. I discus the plan for this project car including the replacement of a damaged plastic panel and other cosmetic work. I also cover water leaks and possible reasons for this including failed windscreen bonding or blocked plenum chamber drains.
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How Good Can Wheel Refurbishment be? BMW 330D E90 E9X LCI 2009 - Corroded Wheel Transformation
Просмотров 288День назад
In this video I pay to have two corroded alloy wheels fully refurbished by a professional company. The alloys were purchased from eBay to enable refurbishment without taking the car off the road, as this is my daily driver/commuter car - a 2009 BMW 330D LCI with the N57 engine. I also supplied new run flat tyres to be fitted once the wheels had been painted. The result is outstanding and the wh...
ZF Manual Gearbox Oil/Fluid Change - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 - New Slick Gearchange!
Просмотров 50421 день назад
In this video I change the 5-speed gearbox / transmission oil / fluid on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 in Arctic Silver. The gearbox oil in this car is believed to be the original - 25 years old! I identify the fluid requirements on the yellow sticker on the side of the transmission . It states MTF LT1 which I believe has likely been superseded by MTF LT2. This vehicle does not require A...
Door Card Removal & Sealing Door Foil/Membrane - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 399Месяц назад
In this video I remove the door card / interior door trim on my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. The Febi Bilstein trim / bezel around the interior door release lever could not be fitted due to misalignment. I remove the door card and find the membrane behind to be poorly sealed. I remove this and clean off the old sealant, then apply a bead of butyl cord and refit ...
Replacing Broken Seatbelt Guide Trim & Sports Seat Stripdown - BMW Z3 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 537Месяц назад
In this video I remove the driver's seat (right seat) to replace the broken seat belt guide trim on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. Previous video showing removal of passenger seat and resolving roof/speedometer/dash insert/instruments/speed sensor wiring issues - ruclips.net/video/BilG ZvT60/видео.htmlsi=Nyz-gRLNFjfg3NuT I remove the seat and strip it down...
Re-flaring a Brake Pipe - Rear Calipers/Hoses/Cables/Handbrake Shoes - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 416Месяц назад
In a previous video, due to seized / binding / smoking rear brakes / wheel, I attempted to replace numerous rear brake components on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. Previous video here: ruclips.net/video/VmFzKSDlLcI/видео.htmlsi=e_u9hlea5xaLzyZn Things did not go to plan and a brake pipe union on the rear right outer brake flexi hose was found to be seized ...
Rear Brake Pads/Discs/Rotors/Calipers/Hoses/Cables/Handbrake Shoes - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 649Месяц назад
Due to seized / binding / smoking rear brakes / wheel, in this video I replace numerous rear brake components on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. I ordered numerous parts from Autodoc and a local motor factor. Parts and brands below: Rear brake pads - Bosch Rear brake discs/rotors - Bosch Pad wear sensor - Bosch Calipers - Apec Flexi hoses - Bosch Handbrake/...
Replacing Steering Track Rods/Tie Rods & Steering Rack Gaiters - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 3972 месяца назад
In this video I replace the corroded/rusty steering track rods / tie rods as one piece items incorporating the inner joint and track rod end. I also replace the power steering rack gaiters on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. Replacement securing clips, as well as locknuts were used and components tightened to specified torque setting in Newton Metres (Nm). I...
How Much Have I spent So Far? - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 9682 месяца назад
In this video I calculate how much I have spent on my 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-speed manual in Arctic Silver. The following videos have already been created: Reinstating the cooling fan: ruclips.net/video/6emDnJUJkQM/видео.htmlsi=Gg5srdhux0-myNWd Full service: ruclips.net/video/lQvScEOJOYs/видео.htmlsi=wbXsCo0H5P_EBhTB Bonnet cable/lock/latch: ruclips.net/video/w-MUE2PUfPk/видео.html...
Replacing Corroded Cross Brace - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 4052 месяца назад
Replacing Corroded Cross Brace - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Replacing Front Lower Suspension Arm & Anti-Roll Bar Drop Link - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 3992 месяца назад
Replacing Front Lower Suspension Arm & Anti-Roll Bar Drop Link - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Replacing Corroded/Rusty Space Saver Spare Wheel & Link Hose - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 2952 месяца назад
Replacing Corroded/Rusty Space Saver Spare Wheel & Link Hose - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Replacing Corroded Fuel Tank Straps The Easy Way - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 5293 месяца назад
Replacing Corroded Fuel Tank Straps The Easy Way - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Power Steering Fluid ATF Change - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 7123 месяца назад
Power Steering Fluid ATF Change - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Plenum Chamber/Scuttle Drains - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual Arctic Silver
Просмотров 4023 месяца назад
Plenum Chamber/Scuttle Drains - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual Arctic Silver
Resolving Wiring Issues + Seat/Carpet Removal - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster E36
Просмотров 5633 месяца назад
Resolving Wiring Issues Seat/Carpet Removal - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster E36
Replacing Front Brake Calipers, Brake Flexi Hoses & Brake Bleed - 1998/1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 4564 месяца назад
Replacing Front Brake Calipers, Brake Flexi Hoses & Brake Bleed - 1998/1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Differential Oil/Fluid Change - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual Arctic Silver
Просмотров 8314 месяца назад
Differential Oil/Fluid Change - 1998 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36 5-Speed Manual Arctic Silver
Replacing Front Brake Discs & Pads - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 5474 месяца назад
Replacing Front Brake Discs & Pads - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Update & Parts Delivery - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 5624 месяца назад
Update & Parts Delivery - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Replacing Aerial/Antenna Grommet & Fixing Radio Reception - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.4 месяца назад
Replacing Aerial/Antenna Grommet & Fixing Radio Reception - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Bonnet Cable/Latch Failure - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.4 месяца назад
Bonnet Cable/Latch Failure - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster E36
Full Engine Service & Front Sidelight Unit Replacement - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster (E36)
Просмотров 8814 месяца назад
Full Engine Service & Front Sidelight Unit Replacement - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster (E36)
Reinstating Engine Driven Cooling Fan - Because It Is Meant To Be There - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster
Просмотров 4005 месяцев назад
Reinstating Engine Driven Cooling Fan - Because It Is Meant To Be There - 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster
Introducing my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster - Part 1
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.5 месяцев назад
Introducing my 1999 BMW Z3 2.8 Roadster - Part 1
Buying a 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster
Просмотров 6215 месяцев назад
Buying a 1999 BMW Z3 2.8i Roadster
Why Being a Main Dealer Service Advisor is The Job From Hell
Просмотров 4035 месяцев назад
Why Being a Main Dealer Service Advisor is The Job From Hell
BMW 330D 2009 E90 Front Seat Removal & Carpet Clean
Просмотров 5405 месяцев назад
BMW 330D 2009 E90 Front Seat Removal & Carpet Clean
Retro-fitting Glovebox - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Просмотров 2,3 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Retro-fitting Glovebox - Smart Fortwo 451 Passion 84 BHP 2008
Retro-fitting Instrument Pods - Smart Fortwo 451 Pure/Passion 84BHP 2008 - Tachometer and Clock
Просмотров 2,2 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Retro-fitting Instrument Pods - Smart Fortwo 451 Pure/Passion 84BHP 2008 - Tachometer and Clock

Комментарии

  • @Smart451-ut6df
    @Smart451-ut6df 16 часов назад

    Hopefully some people will be inspired to buy a smart fortwo 451 to join in the fun. As a 71bhp MHD owner (there will be lot more choice if you browse MHD models too) I have never had any issues with it. Just dont be eager to service or adjust the drive belt (unless it visually looks bad) garages will make it worse if they dont know the correct procedure/tolerance. Also I am totally MHD off hands free now. Take plastic trim switch off the MHD button, hold the off button down and wrap loads of strong tape around it! Forever off now. I dont know why people were buying electric bypass kits for this off ebay. Anyway I think I have same engine as you now AutoKnight as I have MHD off and my aircon doesnt work. All good to go.

  • @Alassio.Garage
    @Alassio.Garage 18 часов назад

    I just arrived Italy and there's plenty of Smart on the street. It's a reliable car?

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 17 часов назад

      @@Alassio.Garage They do come with their own problems. I’ve made videos on many of them and I made a buyers guide that goes into details of what to look for.

    • @Alassio.Garage
      @Alassio.Garage 16 часов назад

      @ thank you !

  • @Jaxs2
    @Jaxs2 19 часов назад

    That's a first for me seeing a Smart with keep fit windows... who knew defo, not me ... great to see 👌

  • @freedmancollege
    @freedmancollege 20 часов назад

    Yay! A Smart. Soooo looking forward to new content.

  • @savesummoney
    @savesummoney 21 час назад

    How can I get in contact with your friend to get the taco-meter of their available 😢

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 21 час назад

      @@savesummoney UK telephone number is in the description and on screen during video.

  • @lmoore5264
    @lmoore5264 День назад

    I live in the US in West Virginia. Fortwos are scarce around here. I saw my first one in 2009 but didn't buy one until 2015. I decided to do things the hard way, so I bought a Pure that had a few options with the premise that over time I would turn it onto a fully optioned Passion model. So that's what I did. First thing I did was change the roof to the panoramic one. Next I added paddle shifters and the 3 spoke steering wheel. Then I added heated seats, then power windows and power mirrors. Then fog lamps, rooftop carrier, nerf bars, Daystar suspension lift, lots of LED's everywhere, remote start, parking sensors, stereo, roof rack, cruise control, rear disc brake conversion and I am finishing up with a turbo kit. The only thing I haven't added yet is the automatic wipers with the sensor on the windshield. It's a play toy and as a retired mechanic it is a play toy and a labor of love. I am always looking on You Tube for more content on Smart cars. I really enjoy your channel. You are very good in front of the camera and you take your time doing and explaining things so that everyone can understand and benefit. Don't worry about repeats. It might be the same procedure but it is on a different car now, so it is still new and fresh content. Thank you for sharing and I can't wait to see more from you.

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 20 часов назад

      @@lmoore5264 Wow that’s quite an undertaking but what a great thing to do. You’ve tailor made a car to your own personal spec! Thank you for your kind words. I know from my US family links that it is far more difficult there in terms of sourcing parts and seeking out local knowledge. I hardly ever see them in California. I wonder if Autodoc export to the US. I use them a lot for quality brands at amazing prices.

  • @williamyeh7135
    @williamyeh7135 День назад

    Here it is! Smart 451, I love it also hate it. I’m so excited to watch your marvelous skills to complete it. Thanks for your time and consuming.😊

  • @draidangraham
    @draidangraham День назад

    I love the fact it's the base model. The algorithm works (eventually), new subscription earned 😊

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 День назад

      @@draidangraham Thank you! I actively sought out a base model which might seem strange to some 🤣

  • @erhardsimdorn7039
    @erhardsimdorn7039 День назад

    Sometimes it's the simple features that make a car particularly beautiful. I am very sure that you will make some interesting videos with this Smart and its repair. Many thanks for that! 🙋🏻‍♂️

  • @mattshungry1
    @mattshungry1 День назад

    Yeah! I have always enjoyed your content. However, your videos have helped me a lot working on my 2010 pure This is a very nice color combo you got I love the manual windows! Looking forward to all the great videos!. Thank you and congratulations!

  • @ellybell8356
    @ellybell8356 День назад

    The coin holder is a air puryfier. Don't stick coins in it. (0;

  • @tommyolsen8224
    @tommyolsen8224 День назад

    I’m on SMART number 15 ❤️

  • @heinztroll5526
    @heinztroll5526 День назад

    Looking forward to the repair videos. I need to do the rear main seal and diff seals on mine too.

  • @Brauschemann
    @Brauschemann День назад

    Good to see another Smart, and looking forward to seeing what you do to it. The black wheels don't look too bad, and don't immediately jump out as being steel. A nice gloss black to match the tridion would be so much nicer than matt. More work yes, but surely worth the extra time to finish it properly. Good luck with it. 👍

  • @banetrifunovic1658
    @banetrifunovic1658 День назад

    Welcome back to Smart world missing the videos. This one looks like a good car for content

  • @Smart451-ut6df
    @Smart451-ut6df День назад

    So pleased for you!

  • @brianfreeman8290
    @brianfreeman8290 День назад

    I have both steel wheels and alloys. One for ContiWinter Contacts, and the other for summer tyres.

  • @CLIVETHE125
    @CLIVETHE125 День назад

    I can see a full restore coming on 🤣👌

  • @brianfreeman8290
    @brianfreeman8290 День назад

    Haven't seen you for a while. Welcome back.

  • @jurgenberg5941
    @jurgenberg5941 День назад

    Super, endlich wieder Smart-Videos. 👍

  • @davidlewis7851
    @davidlewis7851 День назад

    I have used Auto Glym for years but have never tried the ceramic spray....looks like I am off to the shops later ! 😆

  • @dougfields5798
    @dougfields5798 День назад

    Now you know you won’t throw it in the pond .

  • @jeromemartin575
    @jeromemartin575 2 дня назад

    Yes!

  • @CrustyRestorations
    @CrustyRestorations 2 дня назад

    Brabus? I've said no to a few offers on mine😅

  • @christopherspoors894
    @christopherspoors894 2 дня назад

    Brilliant little car I had the 2004 model it was great fun and although the boot was small I was really surprised at what I could fit in hopefully I'll get another soon great videos 👍

  • @jimmyadams628
    @jimmyadams628 2 дня назад

    Well done

  • @erhardsimdorn7039
    @erhardsimdorn7039 2 дня назад

    A very good decision, I can totally understand that. Of course, a Smart 451 is not a long-distance vehicle. But the Smart is definitely a fun car. I'm already looking forward to more videos about the Smart! 👍

    • @npw913
      @npw913 День назад

      i drove this car from Detroit to Toronto without any problems

  • @Alexdrums.05
    @Alexdrums.05 2 дня назад

    Of all the cars you git the worst one

  • @Paddy-X
    @Paddy-X 3 дня назад

    Fantastic details!! Not had to do this yet but great to know :) on mine yet but had that switch go faulty on my van twice! Can tell you they do just break and the 2nd only lasted a few years and showed signs of heat damage so not sure of the quality of some of them. :) My current fun on the smarty is right break light not working. Bulb is fine, holder is fine and odd item is constant 10V so suspecting a short or if can find Relay. EDIT: Ok had to kick myself.. Reliased was looking at the wrong bulb and once was on the right one while it looked 'ok' the one filiment was melted down and bairly contacting.. all working now :) Still not sure why the other bulb on one side has 10v when none others do..

  • @markblackman2542
    @markblackman2542 4 дня назад

    I've been using Autoglym for 20 yrs + after first seeing guys using it on ferraris and Aston Martins at the good wood festival of speed

  • @derrickebenezer9078
    @derrickebenezer9078 6 дней назад

    What can cause it that will not make the dashboard light is not showing?

  • @luisvalderrama2867
    @luisvalderrama2867 6 дней назад

    Auto Kingth, saludos desde Peru, ¿Cuando reacciona al tren Cusco-Machupichu?. Ojala pueda conocer al Peru, Será bienvenido!

  • @FernandoFlores-hr1fm
    @FernandoFlores-hr1fm 6 дней назад

    ya quiero subirme a uno de esos trenes y decirle adios al chosicano asesino ,gracias Porky

  • @smithbor11
    @smithbor11 6 дней назад

    Thanks the Lord, we will have those trains in Lima. 🎉

  • @luchoreview
    @luchoreview 6 дней назад

    Hello, nice video. Those trains are coming to Peru as a donation to cover a local route, so your content is very didactic for us as way to see those trains in action. With your permission I have reacted to your video vlog and tagged your channel, thanks :)

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 5 дней назад

      @@luchoreview I had wondered why my Caltrain video from quite a while ago was gaining so much attention and receiving so many comments. Thank you! When do you receive the trains? I’m back in California very soon and would like to review the new trains and get some content on them, if they are already in service.

    • @luchoreview
      @luchoreview 5 дней назад

      @autoknight747 Old Caltrain trains are supposed to arrive to Lima in 4 months and would be properly working in one year and a half. Those trains are in the news these days because it would be the first time we have a suburban train, although we have freight trains or touristic trains, like the one that take you to Machu Picchu. On the other hand some people is against this donation because they consider US and Caltrain are giving its trash away, and Peruvians are paying for getting that "trash" (there are some transportation and installation expenses the Government of Lima has to cover). That's why citizens want to contrast and compare. The context of this donation is an APEC annual meeting where the main Asian Pacific economies are gathered, and it was the frame in wish China inauguration a megaport 80 km away from Lima (the largest one in South America). So Americans didn't want to be left behind... It would be a good Idea to show the new Caltrain trains and contrast as well as the ones you have at home. :)

  • @spanner445
    @spanner445 6 дней назад

    I am about to purchase one and this video has been extremely helpful. Thank you.

  • @DirectStart
    @DirectStart 6 дней назад

    Is there any way /coating to prevent this from happening. Few year ago i replaced one tail light with OEM and original is still shining but the OEM becomes fully faded

  • @Tbintugaland
    @Tbintugaland 6 дней назад

    It worked on my 2006 model ... The only video who made it!! Thnx a lot from Lisbon🎉

  • @rafaelarnadoleon8489
    @rafaelarnadoleon8489 7 дней назад

    Very soon in Peru those trains will be donated by the US

  • @stevenunn1
    @stevenunn1 7 дней назад

    Great video, thanks

  • @Batman-x8k
    @Batman-x8k 7 дней назад

    What year is this is it b6

  • @guitargodbynameofbob
    @guitargodbynameofbob 8 дней назад

    a year on, has this been the remedy? I'm having issues in my new to me 450 Brabus, by all accounts its the SAM unit i need to look at

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 8 дней назад

      @@guitargodbynameofbob The issue with that car turned out to be the gear shifter motor unit. What started as an intermittent fault progressed to total failure. There are videos on my channel detailing this if you are interested!

  • @HeyMikeyLikesIt2
    @HeyMikeyLikesIt2 9 дней назад

    Should have replaced the fan, don’t they go out at 40,000 miles?

    • @autoknight747
      @autoknight747 9 дней назад

      @@HeyMikeyLikesIt2 I’ve never had a problem with one.