I’m about to get one very soon because of all your videos.. but after I’ve watched this video I really need to reconsider.. 😢😅 it’s easier to get parts in UK and I’m from Asia.. your car really good condition and can sell higher price in my country or sell it to 🇺🇸
Great vid - I figure it's a bit of a learning curve thing, and if you were to do it all over again, you'd be able turn a wee bit more profit based on knowing the things to tackle / things to leave as is. What I love about these is they're essentially tin sheds on wheels and with that simplicity seem to be able to be fixed / fettled with rudimentary tools - so are perfect for someone wanting a project just for the fun of it
You are spot on with your conclusion, anyone one making money out of this is either lying, taking shortcuts or robbing the client, sometimes all of the above.
@@DaleReubin i'm looking for one (or maybe 2?) LR. The heart says buy old and refurbish, whereas the wallet says to buy someone else's decent restoration. At the least, perhaps one with a galvanised chassis & bulkhead...
I'm in the same boat. But I've learned so much and actually being out there fixing stuff has been worth it's weight in gold mentally. I got a really good deal on mine originally galvanised bulkhead and chassis and paid £5,200 so was always going to be quids in when I come to sell.
Ja boet, not so easy, Your profit is in the experience you have gained, and we get it from you for nothing... I would not be tempted into a driveway restoration in the UK weather, Best of luck,
Great job Dale - the next owner is a lucky one! I think timing the market might be part of it too - pretty tough time to sell right now, meaning no-one is paying top dollar
I think it’s very hard to time it as a one-off. What dealerships do is volume over time, so benefit from highs and lows. Kudos for doing such a great job of the project, and the channel!
Interesting video, and I admire your candour. I'd advise keeping the vehicle as stock as possible, you would have profited by £96 without the wheel spacers 😉. Stuff like that doesn't attract buyers. I agree it's really hard to make it add up especially as LandRover owners are notorious skinflints. Thanks for the upload. 😊
@@DaleReubin I'm not so sure as the change in stance by widening the track updates the look without shouting about any changes. In photos it looks more modern, and thus more saleable - at least to people wanting the vintage lifestyle with maybe less of the enthusiasts eye for detail
I’m about to get one very soon because of all your videos.. but after I’ve watched this video I really need to reconsider.. 😢😅 it’s easier to get parts in UK and I’m from Asia.. your car really good condition and can sell higher price in my country or sell it to 🇺🇸
Great vid - I figure it's a bit of a learning curve thing, and if you were to do it all over again, you'd be able turn a wee bit more profit based on knowing the things to tackle / things to leave as is. What I love about these is they're essentially tin sheds on wheels and with that simplicity seem to be able to be fixed / fettled with rudimentary tools - so are perfect for someone wanting a project just for the fun of it
Haha glad you didn't go broke
This is possibly the most honest video I've ever seen...kudos to you man 👌
Thank you mate. I really appreciate the feedback.
You are spot on with your conclusion, anyone one making money out of this is either lying, taking shortcuts or robbing the client, sometimes all of the above.
Thank you mate 🙏
Love these videos and channel as a Defender 90 owner here in Ireland! Glad you didn’t go broke 😂 keep the brilliant content coming!
Thank you mate, that’s very kind. It’s been a tough week trying to make another video. Thanks for the encouragement.
@ Very welcome! Keep at it!
Good for you Dale - great journey to follow, and thank you for the honesty in this video, refreshing and interesting to see real numbers. Cheers.
Thank you 🙏 glad you enjoyed it. Tried my best to be open and honest about it.
Thanks Dale - really enjoyed following along.
I think you have done pretty well to break even!
Thank you mate, glad you’ve enjoyed it. I’m relieved I broke even because the market has dropped substantially. Plenty more content coming.
@@DaleReubin i'm looking for one (or maybe 2?) LR. The heart says buy old and refurbish, whereas the wallet says to buy someone else's decent restoration.
At the least, perhaps one with a galvanised chassis & bulkhead...
Great story. Looking forward to the next instalment…
Thank you mate. You’ll most likely be part of the next project ☺️
Good luck and thank you.
I'm in the same boat. But I've learned so much and actually being out there fixing stuff has been worth it's weight in gold mentally. I got a really good deal on mine originally galvanised bulkhead and chassis and paid £5,200 so was always going to be quids in when I come to sell.
That is a good deal! And you’re 100% right, it’s so good for the soul to tinker and fix stuff. Thanks for the comment and all the best with yours
@@DaleReubin Forgot to also say - big fan of the channel mate. Super good story telling and relatable.
Ja boet, not so easy, Your profit is in the experience you have gained, and we get it from you for nothing... I would not be tempted into a driveway restoration in the UK weather, Best of luck,
Great job Dale - the next owner is a lucky one! I think timing the market might be part of it too - pretty tough time to sell right now, meaning no-one is paying top dollar
Thank you mate, I'm not known for my good timing in these situations. About 7 months ago would've been better or some time in the future.
I think it’s very hard to time it as a one-off. What dealerships do is volume over time, so benefit from highs and lows.
Kudos for doing such a great job of the project, and the channel!
Interesting video, and I admire your candour. I'd advise keeping the vehicle as stock as possible, you would have profited by £96 without the wheel spacers 😉. Stuff like that doesn't attract buyers. I agree it's really hard to make it add up especially as LandRover owners are notorious skinflints. Thanks for the upload. 😊
Haha! Absolutely right. I could’ve had £96 profit without those spacers. It was a bit of a dumb exercise but curiosity is often expensive ☺️
@@DaleReubin I'm not so sure as the change in stance by widening the track updates the look without shouting about any changes. In photos it looks more modern, and thus more saleable - at least to people wanting the vintage lifestyle with maybe less of the enthusiasts eye for detail