Abandoned MR2 Episode 2 - Week One Of Restoring This JDM Legend Back To It's Former Glory

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Abandoned MR2 Episode 2 - Week One Of Restoring This JDM Legend Back To It's Former Glory

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Күн бұрын

In this video we tackle the one big job on this beautiful 1992 Toyota Mr2 Mk2 G-Limited, the fuel pump. Then it gets some well needed interior work, some new brakes and I make a solid start on that bodywork.
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Пікірлер: 315

@astravanmk2 11 ай бұрын

I don’t know why but the casual swearing adds humour, reminds me of me when I do anything on cars. 😂

@demRucks 6 ай бұрын

I can’t work on cars without the swears.

@DoubleOSeven007 7 күн бұрын

I dunno. Grates me a bit. If you have a good vocabulary you don’t need it.

@chrisflaws6763 10 ай бұрын

You're a character. Don't change. It's refreshing to hear someone talk like normal people when we work on cars lol. She looks great.

@SquidgyPickle 11 ай бұрын

The condition of that underneath is just ridiculous. What a find

@roberthawkins8716 3 күн бұрын

Love watching these videos. Wish I was still young enough to work on cars. Done a lot over the years but nothing like this. Love it.

@tombo1001 11 ай бұрын

language isn't an issue, keeps you down to earth like many of us viewers, appreciate the comment tho, stay as you are.

@millymoo6575 11 ай бұрын

Never clicked sooo quick

@craiggillespie8426 11 ай бұрын

My Friday just got a load better.Bloody love this Chanel.

@ivoman7 11 ай бұрын

Pump up the jam A'pump up the jam Pump up the jam Pump it up A'pump it, pump it, pump it Pump up the jam Pump up the jam Pump up the jam Pump it, pump it, pump it, pump it, pump

@peterham7439 8 күн бұрын

I love your passion cars,love it when you get all excited when car runs.keep up the good work.😊😊😊

@MS940 11 ай бұрын

Polishing the dull paint makes always good content. First it sounded like it was running with 3 cylinders but later in the video it sounded totally healthy. Maybe it fixed itself.

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

Bit of an Italian tune/Scouse service and she came right round!

@leemcarthy4550 11 ай бұрын

Excellent. I’ve cancelled my night out as was going to Manchester with my friends but seeing on Facebook yesterday you were posting this video, you win every time. I’m deadly serious too you’re so addictive ✌️✌️✌️✌️

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

Love it mate I have aswell haha enjoying my night off! Thanks Lee 👍👍👍

@leemcarthy4550 11 ай бұрын

@@tastyclassics you’ve definitely no idea just how good you are at content creating, engineering, entertaining and being genuinely one of the nicest most funny people I’ve ever come across in my 45 years. I have to visit you one day it’s definitely on my bucket list. Great work on the MR2 as well. 👍👍

@lofty7180 11 ай бұрын

The English Vice Grip Garage , or is VGG the American Tasty Classics . . .??🤔😉

@jamieelsayed608 11 ай бұрын

Save the money.. stay in… have a few beers, get a carry out and watch some tasty classics!!!!

@leemcarthy4550 11 ай бұрын

@@jamieelsayed608 yeah I did that, watched the MR2 man in action but now it’s finished I’m having serious separation anxiety issues. The guy is a serious legend man just oozes with immense talent. 🙏🙏

@petetap4255 11 ай бұрын

Yeah!...get that paint job, such a sporty classic looking car. Just the right amount of round and angle. Fuel pump was epic and have to agree...you wouldn't want to attempt it on the ground.Get a swear jar...ask the viewers to match the monthly amount...😂😂😂...you wouldn't have to repair cars...😂😂. Classic swearing phrases too for real..👍. That said , a remapp or fine tune would give this a bit more oomph! Nice work man👍 Can't seem to get to your merch' through the link at the minute. Could you post another link please? Brilliant.

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

Haha a swear jar is a good idea! Thanks for the heads up with the link aswell they've just changed websites and are still getting the merch sorted, caps and more sizes of t shirts etc should be back on tomorrow 👍👍 link is now fixed

@PedroPlckle 11 ай бұрын

On a budget, I like to squirt a few drips of fairy over a bad seat and then simply jet wash it in/off outside. Works a treat and doesn't cost a penny. Then soak with fabric shampoo-filled water and then rinse under the shower, vac semi dry and then repeat rinse under shower and vac again. That usually brings them back to mint.

@LOVE2RC 11 ай бұрын

I always loved that poor man's ferrari as a kid it's still my favourite old car.

@carlmossip2378 11 ай бұрын

Jonny smith 😅 u r funner and more hard working keep it up fella

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

😂😂

@2NatoStandard 11 ай бұрын

Just laughed like a drain. Paused this to watch a bit of dragons den, and came back to it only to hear "hands like I've been tossing off a camel" 🤣🤣🤣🤣 fab. Well done on this mate. Can't wait to see the car finished, and your big cheesy when it's all done. 👍👍👍

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

🤣🤣🤣 I wasn't sure whether I should leave that in or not

@ThePillenwerfer 11 ай бұрын

@@tastyclassics Course you should have.

@2NatoStandard 11 ай бұрын

@@tastyclassics Standard operating procedure I'd say 👍

@AnonymousAndy2 Ай бұрын

Just had to drop the tank on my mk3 MR2 to replace the handbrake cables. Thankfully my underbody is as just as rust free and all the bolts came undone without any issues 🎉. Love your videos 👍🏻

@simonw9654 11 ай бұрын

Awesome content as always Ben. Always look forward to your next episode! Mister 2 is really starting to come around...starting to look really nice. Can't believe how well that seat and the paint cleaned up.

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

Still got the other side to do but I'll definitely be able to live with it for a bit I think!

@tommiekinsella5027 11 ай бұрын

Great car had 1 for yrs here in Ireland great to see it looks great 👍👍👍👍👍👍

@andisadler2897 9 ай бұрын

This dude is ace, i warch him.often. UKs own Vice Grip Garage with british humour. Help this guy grow people, he is entertaining.

@SquidgyPickle 11 ай бұрын

Get yourself a cordless ratchet mate. Absolute game changer!

@thomasnorth5680 11 ай бұрын

Got snapp off version on ebay for £34 2 batteries it's awesome

@SquidgyPickle 11 ай бұрын

@@thomasnorth5680 yeah I just got a cheap sealey one off Amazon. Great thing. I’ll chop it in for a better brand as this is the second one I’ve had, first one died!

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

I've got one to be fair but I was enjoying myself 🤣 and didn't want to snap any more bolts! I used one to put them all back in, Milwaukee/Makita/DeWalt/Kielder are my go to's

@ianmiddleton9182 11 ай бұрын

Bloody brilliant Ben 😊

@graememcdonald960 11 ай бұрын

That turned out really well. I really enjoyed watching this. Whats next?

@tbex9580 11 ай бұрын

Impossible job without a ramp. PB Blaster the penetration juice of choice for me. 10/10

@jamesmattimore4004 6 күн бұрын

Just found you on you tube your content is great, just wish I had found you earlier. Loved the MR2 and the Mazda brought me back to my youth just wish I could have snapped the MR2 up. Keep it up 🎉

@phil65nottingham 4 ай бұрын

Don't worry about the swareing it makes it much more real we all do it Ben great channel and videos keep going fella 👍

@chrislloyd7324 11 ай бұрын

Blimey that MR2 has come up a treat!! Oh no save the W140 Mercedes if it’s in great condition. That blue looks really nice

@christianbattestin9747 11 ай бұрын

I'd like to see you work on the obscure British cars, like Humber, Hillman, Singer, Riley and so forth.

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

I'd absolutely love to and certainly will in the future

@samkirk3662 11 ай бұрын

Holy feck! She looks amazing now........ I mean, it's gunna go back pink quicker than an illegal gets a house, but still she's a beauty. Well done.❤

@richardserridge2767 11 ай бұрын

I'm not usually a massive japanese car fan, but this is a beaut! The styling on these is just right, no strange curves and lines... Look forward to next episode!

@InvisibleTouch87 11 ай бұрын

Amazing work, great video!

@lukem4321 11 ай бұрын

You should be very proud of all your cars. What an incredible day job you are living the dream 👍

@lofty7180 11 ай бұрын

Damn shes come around well eh. Watching that whilst eating white chocolate suggestives was some of the best 90 mins ive had whilst on a nightshift.

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

Got a lot of time for chocolate suggestives 😅😅👍

@Dee_J_T-n-B 11 ай бұрын

Mint mate 👊 been keepin an eye out for next part. I think she’s gunna be a gem that

@demRucks 6 ай бұрын

You know a car is small when you kneel beside it and you are still a foot taller than the car. Cool car. Always liked these cars.

@ufeelinme 10 ай бұрын

LIke watching your restore vids,keep em coming

@aslandama 11 ай бұрын

This car is so good underneath, never judge a book by the cover I suppose. Thanks for more great content Ben.

@paulbushell3279 11 ай бұрын

It's like a different car, really enjoying the transformation.

@ardabilgutay4348 24 күн бұрын

Love your show and your car selection

@roberthocking9138 11 ай бұрын

Great job, esp on the body work 👍

@johnball1087 11 ай бұрын

Wow, just wow as usual brilliant content, and brilliant soundtrack

@user-yg2vw8cc8c 11 ай бұрын

That tub u put coolant in is an overflow

@daveanderson70 11 ай бұрын

What a car and a joy to watch and the polish at the end was the icing on the Japanese cake!

@vondoomgaming1224 11 ай бұрын

I feel your pain with the calipers, the click as the "shield " hits the floor :)

@andersaxelsson2196 11 ай бұрын

Not that much of a rust protection underneath it. Thats awsome car to survive still 🌹👌Great of you to save it

@tastyclassics 11 ай бұрын

I think eventually some sort of clear coating underneath would be nice but I'll just try and keep it clean and inside!

@davidrix804 11 ай бұрын

Great stuff,can’t wait for next in stalmant😁😁😁🤣🤣👏👏👏👏

@davidjukes8298 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic job, looks great

@midnightrider287 10 ай бұрын

Owned 2 of these, 1 was pretty mint a moon roof GTI-16 which I still cry about. The other was a shed and fully restored it. Gave me grey hairs! You’re doing a great job. Good thing about the G Limited is they all came from Japan so rust not such a problem, depending on when imported. Nice car!

@stevieev 11 ай бұрын

Loved this video. That fuel pump was such a pig but your happy face when it started was worth it! I cannot believe how much shine you polished into that car, unbelievable! Such a lot of work and it's coming along amazing, great video.

@user-zg7lz8ds8o 6 ай бұрын

This is one of those cases where literally all she needed was a fuel pump to get it running again. Of course replacing the fuel pump is a right bloody bugger of a task. Sounded rough at first but that sorted out later. Jammer! To use the language of your people, this is bloody brilliant mate! Obviously you’re not an MR2 specialist, but your general knowledge of automotive principles and a right willing approach to the task carries you through. Great to see. And yes, cars mysteriously respond to attention. Wonderful, that.

@martinda7446 11 ай бұрын

What a lovely fellah. Its obvious innit! Love the MR2. Always fancied one.. But 4 seats always won out. (Nearest was an RX-8 which I really liked and it had 4 seats).

@robtorino 11 ай бұрын

Torque settings for these is as tight as you can until you smash your knuckles pmsl 😂😂 love watching your content, great stuff.

@brycechessum4684 11 ай бұрын

Take this to the ring, you know you want to

@thomaspenman4101 14 күн бұрын

I was always forgetting how to put things back together after taking them apart❤

@twocvbloke 11 ай бұрын

Thing about stuck bolts is, an impact driver is actually a better bet as they're banging on the bolt to get it to break its sticktion, whereas man-handling them will twist them and ultimately snap them, though in either case if the bolt is knackered, or it's steel in aluminium and it's all joined like a vulcan mind meld, it'll break anyway, cos sod's law... :P

@martinparker9249 9 ай бұрын

Agreed

@kieranmurray510 5 ай бұрын

Bro your videos are sick, please keep them coming

@GPSOMG- 11 ай бұрын

Very nice car little bit jealous. amazing condition for what it's been through! in all when finished it should be brilliant!! I think it should be a keeper,

@daviemcpherson4221 11 ай бұрын

Thanks

@mclark3874 3 ай бұрын

LOOKS GREAT 👍 👌

@damonbugden2648 10 ай бұрын

Great to watch

@fullgrimzombie5961 10 ай бұрын

You're a gem in youtube. I imagine that heelsvsbabyface + cars = you.

@xavierStark84 10 ай бұрын

Awesome.... I'm happy for that car... and for you. Congratulations.

@tastyclassics 10 ай бұрын

Thank you Xavier!

@cliffordkinnear9705 11 ай бұрын

She cleaned up good like Ron Burgundy!!!!!! LOL. Wow, just amazing how the fuel system, the fuel injection system, and the brakes came back to life!!! Also as an added bonus the wipers work!!!! For the paint being neglected that long it came back around really quite good actually!! Well done!!!

@Jaxs2 11 ай бұрын

Your vids are a proper watch, brilliant, Ben 👌

@ChishanFipz 11 ай бұрын

Right when you said 'Bulbous P***k' my other half walked in and asked what I was watching, and I said I'm watching a ginger bloke get his tank out. She walked straight out again. I love Japanese motors build quality that means even after all that time it fires up, and idles. First time for a very long time.

@user-nb5rb5nr2o 7 ай бұрын

Wot u done with that paint job amazing keep doing your thing Ben loving it God bless

@klapaucius77 11 ай бұрын

Great video. Love hearing the different terms than we use, I'm Canadian. Good to see cars being saved around the world.

@rossmclaren71 10 ай бұрын

What a save of a legendary car Ben !! Well done can’t wait to see what else you do to it

@Speedscholars 11 ай бұрын

Love this!!! Well done 👍

@scrapyardwarriorvlogging 11 ай бұрын

31:13 that wire is meant to be bolted on to the top of the engine lid, it should have a sensor plugged in to it which I think controls either the air intake or the cooling fan - I can’t seem to find a definitive answer, but it is best if it’s sorted. Google-fu is your friend. Nice to see one of these being rescued, I had a ‘92 UK GTi-16 in blue about 15 years ago and it was incredible fun. Great videos my man!

@garywilson4987 11 ай бұрын

I love your videos your vibe is spot on your taste in cars is oddball varied and interesting 👍👍 hope you get the numbers you need to thrive really soon keep up the good work

@michaeljohnson1006 10 ай бұрын

Remember seeing a load of panards parked in France at a junction and remember thinking how nice they looked

@garyellis4173 2 ай бұрын

Brilliant once again. One of the best channels out there. Appreciate all your time and effort involved in bringing these episodes to us all.

@neilridgewell7927 11 ай бұрын

i love to watch people figure it out as they go along, goes to show you dont have to have 35 years of mechanics just have a go and have fun

@skyll4141 11 ай бұрын

nice car Ben, good luck with the MOT. fingers crossed for you

@katywalker8322 11 ай бұрын

Japanese car. 13mm headed bolts are rare. Japanese standard is 12mm head for the same thread size as ISO uses a 13mm head.

@chrisstokoe3169 11 ай бұрын

Good choice of country rock my man

@idletime 11 ай бұрын

G'morning Ben ☕☕ 🤠 . Smashing job on the MR2, I'm really liking it. On the flip side of that coin I'm still trying to get over y'all having the steering wheel on the wrong side of the car 🤣🤣. Here in my neck of the woods the only people or Vehicles you see with destroying will on the right-hand side are the Japanese and Euro Imports but those are few and far between. The one exception to that are all the right hand Drive vehicles used by the post office for all the postman to drive 🙃🙃🙃

@paulmansell2159 11 ай бұрын

Lanoguard underneath the MR2? It's in lovely condition!

@bear1245 11 ай бұрын

That car came back to life for you. Love it

@davidminns9799 11 ай бұрын

Sat by a pool in Catalonia with a beer watching Ben👍 does life get any better 😎

@ratgreen 11 ай бұрын

Why does the shifter look like a big toe haha I'm glad I'm not the only one who thinks MOT's are more about convincing the tester your car isnt a piece of shit, than just adhering to the rules. Enjoying this, anything getting restored like this is right up my street.

@delboytrotter7902 8 ай бұрын

When I used to do up older stuff, I used to take the seats apart and remove the covers. Then chuck em in the washing machine on a cold wash. It was a bit of a ball ache to do, but they would come up like new. Keep up the the good work 😀

@Burtis89 Ай бұрын

Continuing going through your backlog of videos after finding your channel loving this series as much as the rest 😁

@stevenpaterson9383 11 ай бұрын

I love detailing dull paintwork back into life, great sense of satisfaction I shared with you there. Well done great video, shame it's not yours👍

@jayyin88 11 ай бұрын

I was skeptical that the buffing would work. It turned out great!

@Teribus13 7 ай бұрын

The 2.7K footage is hot stuff, Ben. 270 or so degrees celcius to be precise 😮

@bertoltb1358 11 ай бұрын

Looking great Ben, the car buffed up all right too, ha! So let’s see, Ford pickup, Range Rover, Mini, Panhard, disassembled Morris and now an MR2 as a daily? I think you need a bigger garage (That isn’t flammable).

@aroncheek5092 10 ай бұрын

It's good to see it close to what it originally looked like😊

@geoffh2560 11 ай бұрын

The head-rest moment was a classic!

@MrJiggy1972 11 ай бұрын

another cracking episode. and the swearing don't bother me.😀

@samc8349 11 ай бұрын

love your videos always make me laugh 😂 brilliant mechanic 👍

@friguy4444 11 ай бұрын

I had the immobilizer holding my car hostage too but I bought a very cheap OBD2 scanner off of ebay and it had the immobilizer code erase in it and it worked a charm!! Mine is a E46 BMW 2002 so maybe find one for the Mercedes and try it for less than $50 for mine!