this is the saga of an old VW... they are brilliant.. but everything has to be just perfect for them to operate right... but when you get them all sorted, they are amazing.. thanks for sharing your journey.
Raffles are a great idea. If you split the money with a charity it a makes everyone feel great about themselves. I could win a car, you cover your costs and a charity gets some support. Make the tickets £2. Keep up the great work and honesty about how things turn out.
I have wanted one of these since I was in my 20's... It definitely pays when you have a qualified mechanic working on your equipment... Thx for taking us along with u.. BTW I could hear you perfectly...
Windshield helps keeps the bugs out of your face I always wanted to build one of those but the vw bit at the back always puts me off They are just too expensive these days I think that exhaust noise would be painful after a while Love the colour 👍👍👍
I've just found this channel and have watched all the uploaded videos one after the other, I've really enjoyed them! Particulary like the honesty, the fails and the wins, the real things that can and will go wrong, the unforseen hurdles that need to be addressed... As someone with a fair amount of panelwork experience, I thought the lads were really brave to tackle the MK1 Escort !!! The Mini Camper looks great I'm sure that will sell easily, I think I was as gutted as them about the gearbox, can't wait to see it all sorted. Keep em coming boys!
Mick you’ll love this channel! (I call them the odd couple even though there’s often three of them) Keith is such a great guy with a hilarious sense of humour and Paul (the boss) is a real prima Donna and has to be in all the camera shots. Simon makes three and together they turn out some fabulous motors. Oops! Sorry Paul!😂🤣
Had a vision of Basil Fawlty holding the branch shouting "I'm gonna give you a damn good thrashing" when you were talking about the issues 🤣 good to see you finally out enjoying it 👍...it looks proper mint.
Cheers Ian, yes lost my rag a fair few times with it over the last year! Fixed one thing and another popped up. It’s brilliant now though which is great 👍
Interesting yet odd snagging faults with the bug. Good to hear you kept your cool and got it sorted. Flat four sounds like he knows exactly what he's doing as opposed to the numpties engine rebuilders the first time around. Great looking car and worth all the hassle. Well done.
Thanks for sharing the journey and struggles of these old cars. Went through similar dramas with my VW type 3 fastback. After all the damn headaches and money, it's worth it though
Absolutely enjoyed watching this .stumbled across this channel and can’t stop watching.fantastic job of this beach buggy lovely colour .also like the honesty about things that didn’t go to plan .if I had the cash I would snap your hand off but would be more than happy to have £50 of raffle tickets pleas keep us informed when it’s up for grabs
Absolutely beautiful. Hard work and perseverance pays off every time, along with a hefty amount of cash 😂😁 Not sure Id eliminate the windscreen, not fond of bugs in the teeth lol Me personally, Id have plopped in a 2100. More power = more fun 😂🤣 If I were in the UK, Id definitely buy lots of tickets 👍 I bet thats a blast to drive!
Great video again gents! You can not keep teasing us with raffles, I need a Ford Escort in my life that will not result in me being the base to a new patio! Would your eBay randomiser not work with a list of entries?
Had my swb gp in 1988. Did it all in Coca Cola livery. It spent more time in bits than being driven. Still sold it for 20x what it cost. Best car financially I’ve ever owned
I'd almost totally forgot about the buggy..! But wow, despite the down-time, what a beaut! A proper head-turner! Let's hope it's trouble-free now. Good job!
Name and shame, Mickey Mouse engineering need a kick up the Harris! Good to see you are finally happy with it, and it's a stunning colour. Looking forward to the raffle 😁
I need to stop buying the cheapest deals on eBay that’s all lol, one day I’ll learn. It’s amazing the colour, in the sun it goes gold and yellow on the edges, brilliant.
Awesome lil car,love the paint!Was just one thing after another,but looks like you've got it sorted now.I know a man had a couple of buggy bodies,was really interested but man,all the hassle!After seeing this id I might have to look him up....Subbed.
Hi, Yet another great build you have done,good idea to raffle it off,im still waiting on your Escort to be Raffled off,cant wait to be the new ownet of that little Gem lol
Blimey mate damn thing has certainly been testing you that’s for sure ! Its absolutely beautiful your choice of colour was so perfect .I would defo buy a ticket I’d absolutely love to own a car that fabulous. Take it easy dudes 👍
Proper mint. The buggy is on MY bucket list, especially when we downsize to be near the sea. Can't believe your bad luck with supposedly professional engine builders.
That’s nice and awesome pity you don’t put a windscreen on it and stop all the flies from going in your face why don’t you wear one anywhere at all like it don’t mind one myself but I need it automatic as well because of my left leg I haven’t got one I’ve got an old version what is the video of you building it yeah I’m interested add modify it a bit more as well
Great video, car looks great…..my son would absolutely love it. Will definitely be buying a raffle ticket if you do it 👍 Also for the MK1……please tell me I haven’t missed the raffle for that! 😁
Still trying to sort a website out for the raffle, the costs to set up seem a bit high so make take a bit of time. I’ll post a vid when I’m ready to start it 👍
Damn, you have bad luck with engine builders 💀 Gotta ask how it passed MOT with that exhaust and no windscreen? Love the car, it would suit Queensland so well lol Always enjoy your vids and can't wait to see what you do with the van HOO ROO 👍
I find it hard to believe that a mechanic would use silicon on the case facings. You should use Wellseal which is a bit like Yamabond I used on the racing TZ engines. Zero leaks
Love the finished look is amazing . Was curious it came with a windshield is there a reason you didnt put it back on? Wondered if it interfered with the new roll bar.
So question? All the parts failing like the HEI distributor are they by chance the cheep Asian Amazon/Ebay crap? I have to say Man! That thing pops sharp looking! I know its all personal preference but I would have went back with a windscreen and Black frame on it. But would left wipers delete as you did.
Yes all eBay crap unfortunately, went through a few rubbish parts last year even on the mini I did. Only thing with keeping the screen you need to have wipers and washers.
That buggy came out beautifully, the two of you make a great team, but I was wondering? if the 2 of you worked on it 40 hrs a week for 4-5 weeks what would the cost be then? Not trying to be a smarty and I know you never get your hours paid for, but just wondering. Nice of you to raffle it off too. Just found your channel and looking forward to viewing many more projects.
Sorry, but that Exhaust spoils the whole experience....fair play the colour is amazing.....fun car bar the constant annoyance of the bellow from the rear....
" its £1,000 a tin that paint", proceeds down a lane with a warning sign for loose chippings... i have just subbed recently, but it seems to be a running gag of yours to pick right absolute plonkers to do sub-contract work for you, do you shake hands in the pub after 10 pints...... spied the escort car-a-van there, looking forward to it , keep up the good work lads PS, sorry, no sale, i'm a shit driver, need a roof just in case... [again]
100% I need to stop buying the cheapest stuff off eBay, everything is rubbish off there… Electronic ignition dizzy… broke Leads and plugs set… broke Beetle with recon engine… broke.
Ten out of ten for perseverance . It is not my cup of tea and the noise would drive me mad . How about doing a pre war car then you and Keith do Lands End to John O'Groats in it may be a Morris Eight series E with a series of videos using no motorways only the roads there in 1939 staying in pubs along the route .
I just loved that color great job Hi From LOS ANGELES CA . USA
this is the saga of an old VW... they are brilliant.. but everything has to be just perfect for them to operate right... but when you get them all sorted, they are amazing.. thanks for sharing your journey.
Thats turned into a mint little car (pun intended) that has to be the perfect car for that weather.
Your mike must be proper as we really COULD hear what you were saying even when you were thrashing it! So glad to have found your channel!
Raffles are a great idea. If you split the money with a charity it a makes everyone feel great about themselves. I could win a car, you cover your costs and a charity gets some support. Make the tickets £2. Keep up the great work and honesty about how things turn out.
I have wanted one of these since I was in my 20's... It definitely pays when you have a qualified mechanic working on your equipment... Thx for taking us along with u.. BTW I could hear you perfectly...
I had a buggy like yours when I was 15. I miss it
Windshield helps keeps the bugs out of your face
I always wanted to build one of those but the vw bit at the back always puts me off
They are just too expensive these days
I think that exhaust noise would be painful after a while
Love the colour 👍👍👍
I've just found this channel and have watched all the uploaded videos one after the other, I've really enjoyed them! Particulary like the honesty, the fails and the wins, the real things that can and will go wrong, the unforseen hurdles that need to be addressed... As someone with a fair amount of panelwork experience, I thought the lads were really brave to tackle the MK1 Escort !!! The Mini Camper looks great I'm sure that will sell easily, I think I was as gutted as them about the gearbox, can't wait to see it all sorted. Keep em coming boys!
Thank you Mick, glad your enjoying the channel mate. 👍👍
Mick you’ll love this channel! (I call them the odd couple even though there’s often three of them) Keith is such a great guy with a hilarious sense of humour and Paul (the boss) is a real prima Donna and has to be in all the camera shots. Simon makes three and together they turn out some fabulous motors. Oops! Sorry Paul!😂🤣
I had forgotten how good the Beach Bug looks.
Had a vision of Basil Fawlty holding the branch shouting "I'm gonna give you a damn good thrashing" when you were talking about the issues 🤣 good to see you finally out enjoying it 👍...it looks proper mint.
Cheers Ian, yes lost my rag a fair few times with it over the last year! Fixed one thing and another popped up. It’s brilliant now though which is great 👍
Loving the Green and Black scheme, totally changes the look of the 8spokes
Interesting yet odd snagging faults with the bug. Good to hear you kept your cool and got it sorted. Flat four sounds like he knows exactly what he's doing as opposed to the numpties engine rebuilders the first time around. Great looking car and worth all the hassle. Well done.
He is amazing! Just sorted it out and did it properly, can’t ask more than that. Love it now, so does the neighbours 🤣
Great build and sounds awesome 👌 sunny 🌞 weather
Thanks for sharing the journey and struggles of these old cars. Went through similar dramas with my VW type 3 fastback. After all the damn headaches and money, it's worth it though
Incredible job, extremely beautiful buggy and color
Look's mint paul 👌🏽 👏🏽 👍🏽
Amazing car , love the colour .
Well done boy cracking job colour looks the nuts
That buggy sounds great! If they don't see you coming (unlikely) they will hear you!
Thanks for the update. It's great to see it running.
Love the colour on it. Really suits it
Really enjoy what you guys do and show popped in with my boys this week
Was great to meet you again too 👍
Great seeing the beach buggy on the road. Looks like a lot of fun to drive.
Love it and deffo want some tickets. Got to be in it to win at as they say lol. Brilliant videos thank you
What a cheeky Green beastie 😎 The exhaust sound suits it perfectly. Glad to see it’s on the road and being enjoyed 👍🏻
People can definitely hear me coming ha ha. It’s ace fun! 👍
Absolutely enjoyed watching this .stumbled across this channel and can’t stop watching.fantastic job of this beach buggy lovely colour .also like the honesty about things that didn’t go to plan .if I had the cash I would snap your hand off but would be more than happy to have £50 of raffle tickets pleas keep us informed when it’s up for grabs
It looks amazing another top job
Absolutely beautiful. Hard work and perseverance pays off every time, along with a hefty amount of cash 😂😁
Not sure Id eliminate the windscreen, not fond of bugs in the teeth lol
Me personally, Id have plopped in a 2100. More power = more fun 😂🤣
If I were in the UK, Id definitely buy lots of tickets 👍
I bet thats a blast to drive!
Great video again gents!
You can not keep teasing us with raffles, I need a Ford Escort in my life that will not result in me being the base to a new patio! Would your eBay randomiser not work with a list of entries?
Had my swb gp in 1988. Did it all in Coca Cola livery. It spent more time in bits than being driven. Still sold it for 20x what it cost. Best car financially I’ve ever owned
I was trying to explain how cool it is to drive, there’s just nothing else you can go in that’s close to the buggy. It’s ace!
Cool looking bug
Just found this channel- great show!
Big dunebuggy guy here in the states!
Hope you do a raffle on the buggy!
Great color combo!
I had one back in 89/90 with a 1800 engine running twin weber downdrafts, it went really well but I wouldn't have another one
I'd almost totally forgot about the buggy..! But wow, despite the down-time, what a beaut! A proper head-turner! Let's hope it's trouble-free now. Good job!
Keith with another smashing vid , cheers from jamaica
Amazing to see it on the road it 💚💚💚💚
Cheers Eddy 👍👍
I really like the color
I'm well up for the raffle Paul as I love this little Bug, it's F**cking Amazing...... 👍👍😍😍👌👌
Really should be a keeper...cos the times will always come around for that type of enjoyment...at that price..ahmm...no less...
What a great little car.. Kudos.
Good luck with the raffle. (Not that you'll need it).
Crikey mate, you certainly weathered the old VW storm!😅 Again you all did a lovely job on it, good on ya!👍😎🇦🇺🇬🇧
They are so much fun,def (Deaf) smile producer.Good vid, sorry you had a bad journey with this one.I was out last week,enjoying the sun as well.
Ha ha very Deaf…initely a big smile on the face lol
Name and shame, Mickey Mouse engineering need a kick up the Harris! Good to see you are finally happy with it, and it's a stunning colour. Looking forward to the raffle 😁
I need to stop buying the cheapest deals on eBay that’s all lol, one day I’ll learn. It’s amazing the colour, in the sun it goes gold and yellow on the edges, brilliant.
What a fiasco glad it’s sorted
Awesome lil car,love the paint!Was just one thing after another,but looks like you've got it sorted now.I know a man had a couple of buggy bodies,was really interested but man,all the hassle!After seeing this id I might have to look him up....Subbed.
Definitely count me in for a few tickets would be a cool to own that baby
Brilliant cheers Trevor 👍
What a nightmare of teething troubles Paul 🤦♂️ been kinda lucky with that jet though 😮
Another awesome paint job 👌
Hi,
Yet another great build you have done,good idea to raffle it off,im still waiting on your Escort to be Raffled off,cant wait to be the new ownet of that little Gem lol
A few large Adel clamps and a large piece of plexiglass would solve the bug and wind problem. Also, a stronger rear axle to prevent wheel tilt.
Amazing job as always guys. Put me down for a hundred tickets 👍👍👍
Ha ha brilliant John 👍
fantastic Buggy , looks the part, great colour - keep 'em coming boys - keep us informed about the raffle tickets going on sale 🤘
Buying a buggy and found this channel while “researching “ 😉. Love your videos and content. Had to sub to see all of the other builds!!
great video and buggy.. great work guys.
looks amazing !!!!! crackin machine !
Blimey mate damn thing has certainly been testing you that’s for sure ! Its absolutely beautiful your choice of colour was so perfect
.I would defo buy a ticket I’d absolutely love to own a car that fabulous. Take it easy dudes 👍
I got one,,red with great sound like yours,,love driving the country roads of Sweden and Norway,
Awesome job!
Proper mint. The buggy is on MY bucket list, especially when we downsize to be near the sea. Can't believe your bad luck with supposedly professional engine builders.
I’ll have to not constantly go for the mega cheap deals lol. It’s brilliant to drive now though, love it!
coolest buggy ever
Another BRILLIANT VIDEO Thanks Are the Golf and Corrado road legal and if so can you give us a Road Test as well
That’s nice and awesome pity you don’t put a windscreen on it and stop all the flies from going in your face why don’t you wear one anywhere at all like it don’t mind one myself but I need it automatic as well because of my left leg I haven’t got one I’ve got an old version what is the video of you building it yeah I’m interested add modify it a bit more as well
Great project. Inspirational even with the problems I am in for a load of tickets !! Let us know when you are ready to let the buggy go !! Thanks
good looking buggy, love the color...I would install a windshield...
Ayup Paul loving the colour looks really sweet ! Talk about teething problems 🫣 sounds the mutts . Take care bud 👍🏻 to the lads 👏👏👏👏
Nice 👌,great video ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Some say green is an unlucky colour 😂
You NEED to put in the Windshield in the Bright 😎 Green Funny buggy 😊
Dam what a nightmare journey with this one 😂 just found the channel a few days ago binged watched a few episodes already great stuff ❤️
Ahh nice! Welcome to the channel buddy 👍
Yep one for a raffle but would change the exhaust!
love this car. where can we buy a ticket please
Still trying to get it sorted, struggling with the costs at the moment. It’s an expensive thing to get going unfortunately.
Great video, car looks great…..my son would absolutely love it. Will definitely be buying a raffle ticket if you do it 👍
Also for the MK1……please tell me I haven’t missed the raffle for that! 😁
Still trying to sort a website out for the raffle, the costs to set up seem a bit high so make take a bit of time. I’ll post a vid when I’m ready to start it 👍
Did you decide to raffle the blue and white Escort MK1 , if so can you still buy tickets
Damn, you have bad luck with engine builders 💀
Gotta ask how it passed MOT with that exhaust and no windscreen?
Love the car, it would suit Queensland so well lol
Always enjoy your vids and can't wait to see what you do with the van
HOO ROO 👍
This video made me buy a buggy project but I'm still going to buy some tickets
FRRRR all the layering n buttons i cant keep up
Thought you'd sent the lads home...... lol
Filmed the road test in the morning and the intro in the afternoon 🤫 lol the magic of tv
@@ODDAutos Great job, love your honest, detailed style..... I drive the wife mad with my continuity obs lol.... Keep up the good work cheers
I find it hard to believe that a mechanic would use silicon on the case facings. You should use Wellseal which is a bit like Yamabond I used on the racing TZ engines. Zero leaks
Love the air-cooled VW's. Sorry for all horror experience.
I can see why people like them, it’s soo fun to drive… love it
Is it snot green focus or lambo green looks the bollox but id have to put a different lump in it have to be a Honda
Love the finished look is amazing . Was curious it came with a windshield is there a reason you didnt put it back on? Wondered if it interfered with the new roll bar.
No it was just for the looks I left it out, well that and I like the feeling of the wind blowing through my hair when I drive 👍
So question? All the parts failing like the HEI distributor are they by chance the cheep Asian Amazon/Ebay crap? I have to say Man! That thing pops sharp looking! I know its all personal preference but I would have went back with a windscreen and Black frame on it. But would left wipers delete as you did.
Yes all eBay crap unfortunately, went through a few rubbish parts last year even on the mini I did. Only thing with keeping the screen you need to have wipers and washers.
Yes to the raffle boys!
Cool cheers Neil 👍
That buggy came out beautifully, the two of you make a great team, but I was wondering? if the 2 of you worked on it 40 hrs a week for 4-5 weeks what would the cost be then? Not trying to be a smarty and I know you never get your hours paid for, but just wondering. Nice of you to raffle it off too. Just found your channel and looking forward to viewing many more projects.
When the raffle
Simple...build it gasmonkey cool
Cool as a cucumber 🥒
I’d buy a ticket or two
It’s proper ace! 👍👍
I would buy a raffle ticket. Would I be able to have it shipped to the United States?
If you can pay for transport from me to you including your import tax you can buy a ticket no problems.
Well I hope you get your money back for the engine that was badly rebuilt.
Did you raffle this in the end?
No mate, still got it
Is it a 1300 engine or 1500 as DVLA say it's a 1493 (1500) ?
It’s not the original motor associated with the chassis number.
How do I buy a raffle
Still trying to set it all up, the costs are mind boggling!
Sorry, but that Exhaust spoils the whole experience....fair play the colour is amazing.....fun car bar the constant annoyance of the bellow from the rear....
It’s a marmite exhaust.
VW s aren’t leak free …..😢
" its £1,000 a tin that paint", proceeds down a lane with a warning sign for loose chippings...
i have just subbed recently, but it seems to be a running gag of yours to pick right absolute plonkers to do sub-contract work for you, do you shake hands in the pub after 10 pints......
spied the escort car-a-van there, looking forward to it , keep up the good work lads
PS, sorry, no sale, i'm a shit driver, need a roof just in case... [again]
100% I need to stop buying the cheapest stuff off eBay, everything is rubbish off there…
Electronic ignition dizzy… broke
Leads and plugs set… broke
Beetle with recon engine… broke.
Ten out of ten for perseverance . It is not my cup of tea and the noise would drive me mad . How about doing a pre war car then you and Keith do Lands End to John O'Groats in it may be a Morris Eight series E with a series of videos using no motorways only the roads there in 1939 staying in pubs along the route .
I’ll ask Keith, expect he drove one of those new in 1939 🤣
@@ODDAutos Oooh now that is cruel !!!
Put me down for some raffle tickets is it one per person or can you buy more..
Ok brill, people will be able to buy a few definitely. I’m still trying to sort it all out, getting there though 👍