BAD NEWS FOR MY GIRLFRIENDS MERCEDES C63 AMG
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I bought a damaged Mercedes C63 W204 for my girlfriend site un seen as a project car. We discovered as soon as it was delivered that it seemed to have been in a much worse accident than it looked. The car had been dressed up to fetch more money and i fell for it. BUT HOW MUCH IS THIS GOING TO COST!?
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The video opens with an immediate sense of a nightmare for Hannah and the C63 AMG project car, building on the prior episode where a seemingly minor crash damage escalated into a full blown frame issue. The host takes viewers along as the car arrives at Melton Accident Repair, and the team there begins the process of dismantling the front end to assess the true extent of the damage. We witness the front crash structure, arches, rad pack, and headlights being stripped away, while the technician explains where the frame has bent and why that matters for alignment and safety. As the crew exposes the leg of the subframe, a pronounced crease becomes evident, signaling potentially critical structural damage that could determine whether the car is repairable or destined for parts. The host narrates the two main pathways they face: a potential “bodge” repair that would superficially straighten the frame, or a proper repair which would require extensive jigging, welding, and possible engine removal, all of which would be costly and time consuming. He also candidly weighs the moral implications of reselling the repaired car or sending it back to Copart, emphasizing that safety and integrity take precedence over short term gains. By the end of the window, it is clear that the decision hinges on the severity of the bulkhead damage and the potential risk to Hannah if the car were to be driven at high speeds, leading the host to reject a quick fix in favor of a more thorough, and costly, repair plan or a strategic exit from the project.
Topics · autos & vehicles · car restoration · vehicle repair · content creator
Questions answered
- What happened to the Mercedes C63 AMG and why is it a problem?
- The car sustained significant front end and subframe damage, with a large crease visible in the subframe that could affect the bulkhead and overall safety. This damage may require extensive jigging and welding, and possibly engine removal, making a quick, low-cost repair unlikely.
- What repair options were considered and which was rejected?
- Two main options were considered: a bodge repair to straighten the frame and a proper repair with jigging and welding. The bodge was rejected due to safety concerns and potential risk if the car is used at high speed, especially by the girlfriend. A full repair could be done but would be expensive and time consuming.
- What is the likely next step for the car and the channel?
- The host weighs the possibility of a costly repair at the workshop or selling the car for parts, with a preference not to resell a damaged vehicle. He plans to continue documenting lessons learned and may pursue future car projects or collaborations, while keeping fans updated in the next episode.