MY £600 SALVAGE AUDI TT MK2 * FINALLY OUT OF THE GARAGE *
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First time I've drove it out of the garage since doing most of the work to it. There is still alot left to do and perhaps some things to worry about... Please don't forget to click the subscribe button before leaving!
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The video documents the reality of finishing a long running salvage project, focusing on the moments when the Audi TT MK2 finally leaves the garage and takes its first proper drive after substantial mechanical and cosmetic work. The creator walks the audience around the car, detailing the current state, the fixes already completed, and the remaining issues, with emphasis on alignment challenges caused by previous accident damage, a stubborn window that won’t fully retract, and electrical quirks like a rear light and worn bulbs. He notes wrap work on trim pieces, plans for wheel alignment, and considerations about potential bent components in the rear end, all while managing expectations about the car’s overall finish. The narration blends troubleshooting updates with enthusiasm for the project, acknowledging imperfections such as a visible gap behind the new rear spoiler, the need for a fresh plate, and a downside of nonfunctional parking sensors in this bumper. Throughout the tour, the host signals progress, invites viewer input on solutions especially for the camber and window issue, and tees up a future continuation or new project once this TT is fully wrapped up. The video closes with a teaser of the exhaust note and a call to subscribe for more build content, reinforcing the creator’s intent to turn this salvage build into a showcase of practical car restoration and modification.
Topics · Autos & Vehicles · DIY & Technology · Car Restoration · Automotive Modification
Questions answered
- What is the current status of the car when this video was filmed?
- The car is nearly finished but still has several outstanding issues such as trim alignment, a misaligned front light, a stubborn window that won’t fully retract, a rear light grounding issue, and the need for four-wheel alignment.
- What are the main mechanical concerns mentioned for future addressing?
- Potential bent components from the accident, the rear beam and anti-roll bar, and the camber that appears highly positive on the rear wheel, which may require alignment or adjustable arms.