I Spent THAT MUCH on a MAGNA RALLIART!? The True Cost of Restoring a Rare Australian Mitsubishi

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2 ай бұрын

Today we're running through a spreadsheet of costings which I've been keeping during the restoration of my Mitsubishi Magna Ralliart. Did I over-capitalise? Let's go over everything and find out. #motoringbox
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@MotoringBoxTV 2 ай бұрын

Something I will say... spending 20k fixing this car up has made me respect and love it 1000% more, compared to how I'd feel about just buying it like this for 20k. I'm hugely attached to it and really proud of the transformation. Zinger for your thoughts👍 Also it appears I forgot to factor in the cost of my brake upgrade. That was another $763.95 😅

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

It's a very impressive rebuild Sean. For me, just need to get the front lip spoiler. I know you don't want to, but it looks amazing with it. Definitely don't have it on all the time, just for show as it will scrap area's not designed for low clearance. Just look at pictures on Google with it equipped, I guarantee you will fall in love with it🥰🤩💖

@phillipevans9414 2 ай бұрын

Well done, it's a great car now, and even if you won't get your money back if you sold...keep it and enjoy it for a few years, and the values are only gonna go one way. Anyway, even at circa $20k, it's stil cheaper than any other Aussie made sports sedan you could get, and just as enjoyabe to drive than a lot of the alternatives. You are an inspiration to novice car restoer's (I now own a '93 NC Fairlane Sportsman Ghia thanks to you) everywhere. Keep up the great work. Cheers!

@puntomk1uk64 2 ай бұрын

I'm in the middle of getting my car restored, and while it's not been without it's struggles. Sleepless nights and tricky decisions, saving my old car means more than whatever the value is. If mine can look half as good as yours when it's done, I'll be happy with that for sure 👍 Glad to see the Mitsubishi back from the brink, and hope you can now just enjoy it.

@liddz434 2 ай бұрын

As someone who has also spent a lot of money on Mitsubishi’s over the years I think 20k is not all that bad…it’s important to have hobbies and passions in life and your car looks like it brings you so much pride and joy. Enjoy it mate🫡🙌🏾👏🏾

@TheKnobCalledTone. 2 ай бұрын

You know you're a real car enthusiast when you overcapitalise on a restoration project. Congrats on the Ralliart, and may it give you many years of joy.

@markrice8615 2 ай бұрын

I think a true Magna fan would pay 20k all day for that. Turned out really well.

@nessuno5403 2 ай бұрын

Very doubtful when more original ones didn't move for less even at the peak of the pandemic, speculators' heaven.

@froggy0162 2 ай бұрын

Ooof! Rookie move adding up the costs! I try not to think about such things… I’m the king of “while I’m in there I may as well fix that other thing as well…”

@joeblow1711 2 ай бұрын

That’s the truest comment I’ve read in a while, im the same! Can’t not fix that while I’m fixing this over here haha. I can’t do things twice, if I don’t fix this other part now while I’m in here I’ll be doing it twice… next minute $$$$

@HealyEntertainment 2 ай бұрын

This is just the best channel... the transparency and education and authenticity is so good. You probably aren't entirely compensated for your efforts but mate do we appreciate it!

@Leosarebetter 2 ай бұрын

I searched for how many were made: According to the search results, the Mitsubishi Magna Ralliart was a special model produced in limited numbers in 2002. The search results state that "500 individually numbered Ralliart models had been planned", but due to budget constraints, the final production number was lower than originally planned. However, the exact number of Magna Ralliart cars sold is not provided in the search results. The Magna Ralliart was only produced in 2002 as a special, limited edition model.

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

30 of these Ralliart Magna's came Supercharged (Sprintex) too though, they had almost 250kw. But also, 5 of them had different cam's & compression ratio that boosted power to 210kw as a NA.

@thatplantdude7492 2 ай бұрын

Been watching this from the start! Even though people may say it's just a magna, it sure is a rare one! And in today's standards, restoring any vehicle back to better than original costs way more than 20k including purchase price. You have done this car justice and now I want one too! Fantastic job Sean!

@aussieausdeutschland4245 2 ай бұрын

It's more than a Magna, it's the Radelaide Batmobile. If only they put the all wheel drive system in with a manual box in it... Now that would have been a real weapon.

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@aussieausdeutschland4245 Well you can modify the standard auto gbox. Make the shifts sharper. Can add launch control & various other goodies. It has the same auto Gbox as the EVO VII GTA. Plus there is a AWD option in the TJ range. Can just add the Ralliart kit to it.

@paulleaver3581 2 ай бұрын

No enthusiest ever expects to be able to cover the cost of a rebuild, well at least not for a few years. This has been so interesting. and I would bet your viewers increased substantially. Can't wait to see it finished.

@philiphutton9422 2 ай бұрын

It’s the same for cars like an RS Turbo Liberty for example. It would cost more to restore than what you would probably get for it, but arguably a cool car worth saving.

@qshank2752 2 ай бұрын

Sean you really need to stop getting upset about the comments. You are doing a great job and the people who complain probably don't even have a good car. Just ignore it.

@MotoringBoxTV 2 ай бұрын

No upset or hate here, I just thought it was funny looking back.

@merlin51h84 2 ай бұрын

The Ralliart Magna came out pretty good. I owned a TJ Magna VRX from new and had it for 4 years. It was a great car. Handled and drove really well. Sounded good too. Was so impressed with Mitsubishi's quality that I replaced it with the 380 VRX. These cars were so underrated. BTW, the Momo steering wheel was a $600 Option at the time.

@billhatz3773 2 ай бұрын

People just like yourself are legends and pioneers because without people like you we would have no rare Aussie built car's left and be stuck with bland Audi/Mercedes, congratulations buddy and thanks for all your priceless countless hours of stress and sweat 👍❤️🌏🇦🇺

@dangernoodle4305 2 ай бұрын

Audi owner here. Nothing bland about them, however I do agree with the restoration of this Ralliart Magna. Worth thr 20k in my book.

@billhatz3773 2 ай бұрын

@@dangernoodle4305 the term bland in my opinion is a type of vehicle that is so common that it just looks like every other car on the road, Holden Ford and Valiant were very bland everyday common vehicle's and so were Magna and Magna ralliart. The difference is fast forward a few decades and all of those car's are very rarely seen today on Australian roads which makes it interesting or for some exiting to see. 20k by today's standards isn't a great deal of money especially when compared with six figure amounts often spent on restoration, i agree it's worth it.

@dangernoodle4305 2 ай бұрын

@billhatz3773 I understand where you are coming from, and I would still take my Audi over many cars. But you are right, in a sea of 5 year old cars, there is something magic about this rarer vehicles. Having said that, many Australian cars from the 90s, 00s still don't excite me even though many of them have gone missing, but rare nuggets like this do. I couldn't give a toss about an underpowered V8 from Holden/Ford. This is cooler in my book.

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@dangernoodle4305 The Ralliart Magna's had exceptional handling capabilities on release in manual model's. The Ralliart Magna won the Australian Motorkhana on release for example. 30 of them came supercharged & had 250kw. 5 came with wilder cams & compression ratio that boosted power to 210kw at the flywheel - I get the feeling that Autospeed tested one of these 210kw car's because they did a drag race against a STI & the Ralliart Magna thrashed it according to them. The did a whole article on it.

@biastv1234 2 ай бұрын

I’ve owned about 7 Magna’s , from Sports, Sportwagon, AWD Veradas, I also 380 swapped one. Every time a mate drove one , they were impressed. Quite, quick , didn’t rattle, everything worked, and the only real problem they have is rocker cover gaskets that need replacing periodically. Great job

@user-vk4vd7vr5t 2 ай бұрын

Dont forget the spark plug tube seals as well haha

@brandonroberts73 2 ай бұрын

Sooooo I'm blue blooded ford and at the start thought why a magna, yet I've watched the whole process and thoroughly enjoyed watching you build and restore such a rare car! I honestly think to the right person you could get 20k for it because you just don't find them and especially that clean! A day I thought would never come has for me, i own a non Ford as I've just rescued the one Japanese car i have always wanted to own an Arcadia green, manual 98 WRX and I'm bloody excited to restore it, I may put in more than its worth but it sometimes worth it because not just the end result but the journey to get there!

@craigkeogh9570 2 ай бұрын

Great work Sean another one staying on the road

@shiathaidariyah 2 ай бұрын

I'd love to see a old Aussie build such as a late 90s fairlane or maybe even a Holden. But I reckon the magna could sell for around $20k or a little bit under in afew years

@keno88 2 ай бұрын

Bittersweet proving the neigh-sayers that you weren’t trying to profit off this, but at the same time respect if you did. Either way haters are going to hate and you keep giving us the quality content, looking forward to what’s next 👍🏼

@shellez101 2 ай бұрын

If you ever commit to rebuilding, restoring, or even just tidy up a car , never add up the total cost it will just take the shine off something you have accomplished yourself and you will end up regretting it.

@murry001 2 ай бұрын

That total price really isn't bad at all! considering it's an iconic car from a time where we built cars in Australia. Everything is imported now

@glenno5897 2 ай бұрын

Such an interesting build and content, I never would have looked twice at any magna but these things have now won me over.

@andrewmacgregor6496 2 ай бұрын

Please get the timing belt done next.

@user-vk4vd7vr5t 2 ай бұрын

Nah let it snap and then chuck the 380 motor in 😅

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@user-vk4vd7vr5t The 380 motor while lighter & more powerful, it's not as valuable with it. Has more value having the original motor.

@user-vk4vd7vr5t 2 ай бұрын

@@brantleyfoster021 appreciate what you are saying but these are simply not collectible to the point where a different engine makes a big difference. The Ralliart engine, although a great unit, isnt special enough tbh. The 380 engine really wakes these up with a big bump in power and torque. 190kw at the crank seems to be the going rate for them inside the Magna engine bay

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@user-vk4vd7vr5t They do give it alot more power & torque. Putting the TMR 380 engine into a TJ Ralliart Magna with upgraded cam's & ECU tweak is the ultimate package. Maybe it will keep the value if it's a direct swap or build even. Although I don't think Sprintex makes these particular Superchargers anymore sadly😥

@nowhere529 2 ай бұрын

USB tip, Went over mine with steel wool and autosol, its amazing how you can bring a neglected exhaust tip back for what its worth.

@bt50li 2 ай бұрын

As someone who bought a Ralliart a few months before you did, I hope it’s worth twice what you’ve paid. Great work and perseverance to get to this point. Putting Kimberly’s badge on mine was a high point

@davidshepherd265 2 ай бұрын

Rookie mistake adding it all up haha. I’m currently fixing up my VX Calais. By the time I’m done it’ll owe me a fair bit with the rebuilt suspension, brakes, refreshed ignition system, cooling system, stereo, WH Statesman leather interior, WH Statesman wheels, tyres, etc. same goes with my Mazda 626. But the way I see it, given my financial situation it’s either this or a loan on a new MG. And the VX and Mazda make me feel like less of an NPC peasant :)

@jasoncadell2276 2 ай бұрын

Loved it. As an ex-TJ S2 VRX owner these videos rocked. Thanks!

@1969Risky 2 ай бұрын

Great video Sean. At the monthly car show I go to, people think it's cheap to restore a classic car. You'll find these so-called experts scrutinizing your car & pick on the most tiniest of things. You'll get this yourself when you show off the Ralliart & some of these comments can hurt. I restored my '03 Holden VY Series I S Ute 3.8L on a bet 10 years ago & the budget was $10K including the price of the Ute. I bought the ute for $1800. The body was a bit tired but the mechanicals were well looked after. Everything I bought was brand new from Holden except the hard lid, seats & the leather steering wheel. I got great prices for replacement trim & parts from my local Holden dealer at trade prices. I OEM+ the ute. The cigarette pack back in the day was a $695 option & I picked it up from Holden for $55. I converted it for USB use. The bodywork I did myself & the undercoat & paint was done by a friend of mine. All up It cost me a tiny fraction over $10K (I still won the bet!) & my ute now is still a showroom ute that turns heads. I wasn't after the garage queen look but a solid daily driver which I still use. The nasty comments I get from the so-called experts at car shows is that "It's not a V8". I usually tell them to go restore their own car first before making any comments. I'm still in the throes of restoring my '03 Holden Series I S Ute with the factory optioned LS1. Parts & trim are scarce now but I'm still getting there. Sean at the end of the day I know you're happy with the Ralliart & you'll keep it for a good long while. Take it to car shows as it's rare. You'll get some good comments for it but beware of the so-called experts. It's these people who know nothing about cars that'll put you down but you'll ignore them. Personally, I think you've done well with the Ralliart getting it up to scratch. It wont be long before you have it on historic plates.

@TheKnobCalledTone. 2 ай бұрын

Excellent comment. Ignore the flogs; most people who shit on other people's hard work wouldn't know hard work if it bit them on the arse. Congrats on the ute btw... I bet you still get plenty of joy from it.

@Commander_Solo Ай бұрын

Been a car enthusiast all my life, and while no doubt a fair amount of $$ went into the car as you listed (not to mention time and effort) - I'd say that car is worth a fair bit (surely it is collectable) in my opinion, and certainly (again just my opinion) should sell for more. Got myself an XR-6 seven years ago, and while it did not require much to bring it back to looking like new - this is how I discovered your channel. Well done, the Mitsubishi looks great.

@rocketdog91 2 ай бұрын

Well done Sean on doing a meticulous & terrific job restoring this car! There’s joy in knowing that there’s very few Ralliart Magna’s in this condition on the road anymore 👌

@tehocamien323 2 ай бұрын

The final price is what I expected. I’ve done up cars without the closed door painting and spent around the 20k mark. When you’re driving it about and enjoying it, the cost of the build will be long forgotten. Thanks for the content

@richardbrimble1319 2 ай бұрын

Great journey Sean. I share your taste in honest Aussie made cars and respect your determination to restore those you have. Love the channel.

@Kairupractor 2 ай бұрын

So happy to see you've got your car back mate, absolutely beautiful machine. With how good the car looks and drives now and the amount of time and money you've put into it I wouldn't be surprised if you managed to get around 15 grand for it and honestly if you enjoyed it for a few months or even years, put a few kilometres on it and then decided to flog it you'd be getting a good chunk back, which I personally think is a win so if you ever feel dejected about how much this or any of your cars have cost you, don't, as long as you love your cars that's all that matters, you can't put a price on a car that makes you smile whenever you drive or look at it.

@Mannhael 2 ай бұрын

It’s about the journey more than the end result yeah? In saying that look at it! It’s beautiful now and that’s thanks to your perseverance. As long as it brings a smile to your dial when you start up and take off, then it was worth it 👍

@Horus_Works 2 ай бұрын

Oh car projects... they always turn out more expensive than expected. The rule I have now is: whatever budget I think it will cost, just double it! Great job mate, maybe keep this one - it will be worth 20k some day 😀

@user-qr8eg3hm1d Ай бұрын

Hi Sean just watched all Magna Ralliart clips & it looks fantastic. Full accolades to you. I never knew about these at all. Beautiful colour - looks to have a green base Congratulations thanx for sharing

@MartinTheMad 2 ай бұрын

$20k?! WORTH EVERY DOLLAR. Looks fantastic. What a passion project. Not many people can say they've 99%'d their project. You have. Almost there mate. Worth every dollar spent.

@JoeHalloran-vc3my 2 ай бұрын

Love how the car has turned out mate. I’m the same vintage as you and remember these cars getting around back in the day. I’d love to have one in the garage these days.

@grafboystef 2 ай бұрын

in a few short years you can put NSW Historical Vehicle plates on it 🥲

@dafalzonAUS 2 ай бұрын

You bought and restoring cause you love it, as you keep driving for the years to come you’ll get your money’s worth, unless you get mechanical issues and you’ll end up spending more!

@user-vk4vd7vr5t 2 ай бұрын

It’ll run forever with basic maintenance. They are bloody reliable and well designed inside and out

@peterriggall8409 2 ай бұрын

@@user-vk4vd7vr5t Better put that cambelt up your priority list Sean. If that breaks it will be BIG $$$$$.

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@peterriggall8409 If you ignore your service regime, any car won't last long.

@jean-marcandjoshua-petsjournal 2 ай бұрын

Worth every cent. You have a classic

@Beer_Dad1975 2 ай бұрын

Worth it if you love it! Also, been great to follow the journey so far - thanks!

@matttodd3778 2 ай бұрын

It's a nice ride Sean and worth the investment for pure enjoyment. They are such sweet sounding engines too.

@julianf0x 2 ай бұрын

Well done Shaun you have absolutely nailed this!

@pablostark1665 2 ай бұрын

That's a very cheap resto and you've done very well. You've also inspired me to get back onto my long term resto too.

@iancowen171 2 ай бұрын

What a passionate project. Car restoration like your Magna isn’t about profit. It’s your hobby that is important to your life. Loved every moment of this restoration. Thanks

@mostlypostie1 2 ай бұрын

Just awesome. I'm looking forward to seeing that new badge on the back!

@MrCarrera28 2 ай бұрын

Unfortunately I agree with you that you have probably spent more than it is worth. However, it appears to be one of those cars with character and dare I say even a little bot of soul. You have brought back a Aussie car with some style that I suspect will provide you with years of reliable and critically enjoyable driving. I would also say that the Magna is a bit less serious than your Falcon and will be perfect as a fun reliable daily that is not boring, is not the same as every other car in the carpark and which will bring a cheeky smile to your face each time you drive it. So despite potentially being worth less than you spent I don't think you have wasted a any money on your restoration and you have brought back a cool car and you have maintained some Australian motoring heritage. So on that basis it's a bargain.

@Mrfeid 2 ай бұрын

I know this project has been a labour of love but you also have to factor in your own time as a labour cost. Imagine if you took it to a specialist repairer as it was and just said “mate, do this up to showroom condition.” I would imagine your final bill would be significantly more than $20,000.

@joelg4849 2 ай бұрын

Wow, that was about $5k more than I was expecting! Still, looks beautiful. Very well done

@pluggedingaming8169 2 ай бұрын

Honestly, I've always liked these and thought they're probably a bit underrated. I did have a Verada and enjoyed the 3.5l v6. And my dad had one of the TL AWD VRX models, that was pretty fun to drive.

@martyburgess341 2 ай бұрын

It certainly pays to be a stubborn bugger. But you did a great job. The car looks amazing!

@MrFordpower 2 ай бұрын

Its a great car, fun daily thats been restored. You will recieve many years of motoring in that bad boy. Xr6 turbo sunday cruiser too. 👍👍

@maxrockatanksyOG 2 ай бұрын

Currently going through this with my Eldest's 1996 "Holden" Astra 1.6 manual (re: Opel). Was my Nan & Pops car when he retired. NOS radiator- $350 Exhaust- $300 Head gasket (head rebuild w/ crack testing, valve grind, head grind, seal kit & head bolts)- $670 Speakers- $60 (rear only) Dash bulbs (LED swap)- $80 Fluids & filters (4x oil/filter changes to clear sludge/ build up out)- about $400 Shit adds up _real_ frigging quick

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

You spent alot more than I thought you would. I thought it would only be 10k. It is a solid job though, so money well spent. As for resale values, it's uncertain as you are a famous KZfaqr - maybe you will get more for it possibly like 15k. But think you would require a front lip spoiler in order to get a higher value. It sound's like you still have thing's you are doing with it too. Plus I'm not certain what modifications you were planning. But you haven't had a car that you have Supercharged yet, think this is the best approach for this car as their is no lag & it wouldn't compromise on the razor sharp throttle response & shift feel. I recommend upgrading to 18inch tyres & matching wheel's if you do modify the car to give it huge power like this Sean, because they are cheap & provide more grip that you'll be wanting.

@Low760 2 ай бұрын

How do you get better grip with lower profile tyres?

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@Low760 Don't you think 18 inch tyres provide more grip than 17 inch tyres? Ralliart Magna's only had 17 inch tyre's stock.

@peterriggall8409 2 ай бұрын

Rather see it original…..but it would be a boring world if we all thought alike.

@brantleyfoster021 2 ай бұрын

@@peterriggall8409 Think 18's look better while providing much better grip. Plus if you look at the TJ series VRX wheel's, think they had a nicer look to the Enkei's the Ralliart got. The Enkei's are lighter though.

@dopo666 2 ай бұрын

You definitely spent more then what I thought you where going to, but that's probably due to the respray (which seeing the finished product was worth it). Hope you enjoy and don't get up to too much mischief mate.

@reitsmaassociates 2 ай бұрын

Great overview - result looks sharp. With regards to costs I guess sometimes you win and generally you loose - but thats cars :) . The main thing is you did it and did it well ! - Cheers from Caloundra

@chrisbackhouse5730 2 ай бұрын

We're in a society where we try and 'save' money wherever we can, but one thing I've learned from having a European missus is that quality is worth the extra cost. It's the same for my 2002 landcruiser with the 1HD-FTE engine - old, getting worn down, but still a great all-rounder compared to what's available. Then the new 300 series costs more than the average rural house...

@OddClancy 2 ай бұрын

Looking forward to seeing you and the car at the laps mate! I'll be in my chaser

@PaulinesPastimes 2 ай бұрын

My Austin Cambridge cost me $5,000 and I may not have spent $20,000 on it but it would be quite a lot if it was all added up. I don't care though because I have had a brilliant learning experience doing it up and every time I look at it I pat myself on the back. You may have had hurdles along the way but it's worth it in the end. So glad you really like it and it sounds great into the bargain. It's only money! Hahahaha

@PajEvo_Aus 2 ай бұрын

This has been such a good series. Now you just have to drive it!

@philbennett8414 2 ай бұрын

They are awesome cars you’ve done a great job of it too

@petermurgatroyd2002 2 ай бұрын

Well doing up cars is never going to be cheap. But you did it and look at what you have learnt along the way.😀

@peterriggall8409 2 ай бұрын

I’ve noticed in the last few years spares etc. have rally gone up in price. Freight too has gone up a lot. The classic car market/hobby is booming ATM and I think a lot of suppliers are cashing in. But…..there are not a lot of options.

@robbosrc 2 ай бұрын

I had the exact same model Magna Ralliart I sold it for $500 many years ago when the auto went wish I kept it

@BillDrives 2 ай бұрын

I off loaded my car after I decided it wasn't worth spending the $20K to restore it....I ended up buying a new car for my wife and with the $20K restoration money I took her for an 8 week holiday to Europe instead. ;) But I do appreciate the effort and time and money that goes into building a car....yours is a keeper.

@catkon1 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed watching the project progress and I am happy it is finally complete. Good job mate!

@grimreaper6112 2 ай бұрын

I used to a panelbeater so i know how much panel and paint costs but if you plan on keeping the car and driving it then whats money if you get enjoyment out of something.

@WascallyWabbitt 2 ай бұрын

I was surprised Sean didn't have a go at some of it. Prepping the bumpers would have saved a heap.

@MotoringBoxTV 2 ай бұрын

@@WascallyWabbitt might sound like a cop out, but I don't have a lot of space here. Like ideally you'd want some panel stands, and be able to have them sitting somewhere and work away on them for a few weeks.

@WascallyWabbitt 2 ай бұрын

@@MotoringBoxTV Hi Sean, yeah I get that, They do take up a heap of room off the car and a lot of time as well, but very satisfying in the end. Take care mate and thanks for the content.

@PaulT-ep7lk 2 ай бұрын

I told the missus i need one of your shirts with my aussie cars

@mikfalk8019 2 ай бұрын

20K is reasonable I'd say, for what you've done and you should be proud mate.

@Greatest-Escape 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed every episode mate

@glossamano1899 2 ай бұрын

Hi Sean. I came upon your channel looking at BA content. I have a BA MK2 Futura with the green-top Barra. A couple of small rust spots, about 280,000 kays, but very well looked after mechanically and everything works and drives very well. Before I purchased it, it had front brakes and rotors, front wheel bearings done, new coil packs and plugs and a new gas converter. Paid $1200. Tell me what you think of the gas Barra motors. Anyway, if one has the attitude of “I spent $20,000 on the car so I’ll sell it for $24000 to get my money back” then one is in for the shock of their lives. You’ve spent that money to clearly enjoy the car as it’s supposed to be enjoyed. Some prices that people ask for cars on Marketplace and Carsales seems to indicate that they’re trying to recoup every single cent that they spent on the car, including registration, insurance and regular maintenance. You’re clearly NOT one of them. I’ve subscribed as your channel is excellent viewing. Keep up the good work.

@user-bp5py6bh3g 2 ай бұрын

Been having so much fun following this series, glad for you that's she's nearly finished and looking good :)

@davidbarnsley8486 2 ай бұрын

Sean great job on the Magna 20 k is very reasonable since it is now nearly a new car Painting like you say is the biggest problem if yo cannot do it yourself I have an old ef falcon that I have had fro7 years spent over 5000 and still so much to do My budget I set was ten but I can paint it myself, I have just sold it for 3000 as I have come to. Conclusion I don’t have the spare time to finish it which makes me quite sad 😢 I say old on you for fixing the Magna they were and still are such a very good car 👍👍👍

@leigh2598 2 ай бұрын

Always love seeing a unique build. Glad you were persistent and finished it off, it turned out great.

@MitchZero9 2 ай бұрын

Cant believe respray cost that much. ☠️ Shagged clear coat for the win 😁🤙

@armiebarnes1881 2 ай бұрын

Enjoyed watching the rebuild, thank you.

@danthevrxman 2 ай бұрын

I bought my TL VR-X new in 2004 for a smidge under $25k with staff discount. Would I pay $20k now to restore one no. but I appreciate what you've done and have thoroughly enjoyed watching the progress. Note: I still miss my magna to this day

@TheRealMrCods 2 ай бұрын

Good work always costs more. Looks great Sean.

@danielnieuwenhuize8959 2 ай бұрын

Awesome build

@lukuscannon9697 2 ай бұрын

I have thoroughly enjoyed watching all the videos about the Magna rebuild have always been a big fan of the Mitsubishi Magna people used to give me crap for it. I used to tell them to mine their own business. You've done a great job

@andrewjames3708 2 ай бұрын

That respray cost!!!!!! Still worth it, epic car No way you would get 20k for it, but its a car you would surely keep for the long term, garage it, club reg it later and nek minnit collector status

@punchbuggyyellow7097 2 ай бұрын

No sane person goes in to a restoration project like this & expects to make a profit at the end. You usually do it for the experience & the joy of the finished product, if you ever get there. And a big congratulations for getting this project finished, a lot of people get nowhere near this far in a project before abandoning it. Realistically you'd have to sell it for around $30k to recoup your costs, including your time & effort in the restoration process. But who can put a price on the joy & sense of accomplishment you get from the end result?

@surrendertowin1937 2 ай бұрын

paint is the serial killer when it comes to restos. I got quoted a straight face 12.5k for closed door on a magna worth 3k. Ended up finding an indian guy that quoted 3k. He broke everything he took off and never polished it so ended up giving him 2700. Paint work was surprisingly good overall 🤷‍♂️ Btw great job and really enjoying these vids. You are the proud owner of a ~13- 15k Ralliart id say. Leave the tail lights, suit black 💯 👌

@artvandelay8866 2 ай бұрын

Awesome car it really turned out well done !

@MyRandomLife247 2 ай бұрын

That guy who sent you the free Magna parts, you should send him some Magna merch. Thumbs up if anyone else agrees?

@MotoringBoxTV 2 ай бұрын

I do hope to get a limited run of Magna shirts done next month 👍

@basedchristianhistory3443 2 ай бұрын

Nice work. Looks good.

@ThePowerbloke 2 ай бұрын

It was a long road but great to see the Magna back to looking mint! Great job Sean! 🙂👍

@gregshephard8033 2 ай бұрын

I remember building these cars back in the day, awesome video brings back so many memories...

@peterriggall8409 2 ай бұрын

I don’t usually count the cost of the cars I have restored. But….the one I am currently restoring has taken 2 1/2 years, way longer than I imagined. This time I intermised everything, just like you did and yes, I got a shock. If I had known it was going to cost that much I would not have bought it. But…I now have a car I am proud of. You can certainly be proud of the Magna. It looks awesome. I will keep this car for a very long time and you have to be happy with it. I guess you will keep the Magna for a long time too unless someone comes along and makes you an offer you can’t refuse. But…I guess no offer would buy it ATM as you want to enjoy it. Full credit to you Sean.

@andrews8552 2 ай бұрын

Glad that box of parts made it's way to you Sean - hopefully everything comes in handy!

@wobblysauce 2 ай бұрын

You could to the right buyer, but it is more sentimental that is for sure.

@philnorbury9032 2 ай бұрын

Don’t know if it’s worth 20k, however having another piece of Aussie motoring history back on the road is priceless. Good work mate I look forward to your TRD Aurion 😅

@chrisnewton2325 2 ай бұрын

It's more then I thought you spent but I take my hat of to you for doing such an amazing job and restoring a rare peice of Aussie motoring history. You spare no expense on your cars and it shows. Will the XR6 make anymore appearances on the channel.

@dan.c8904 2 ай бұрын

Honestly, to a fan of the channel and a fan of the Ralliart Magna, I think you probably could get 20k for it. I love the Ralliart Magna and I’m a big fan of the build, if I had a spare 20k I’d honestly pay it.

@Wilbure 2 ай бұрын

subbed because yt must know i have a soft spot for magnas. great work.

@Heysey45 2 ай бұрын

Hey Mate, New viewer only started watching since you took it to the new painter. Loved going back and watching your channel. After this Magna Ralliart is done be interested to know next project. You’ve done a great job and it’s turned out wonderful and love the colour choice. Keep up the great content.

@fordfella801 2 ай бұрын

Awesome vid and awesome car. Well worth it

@Devastator0 2 ай бұрын

You legit did a great job with this car Sean! Even with the hiccups, it’s seriously turned out great! I’m genuinely so happy for you mate. I know it’s a lot of money when you add it up like that but the payoff is, I hope, very much worth it to you. I know I’d love to roll around in that car haha. Keep up the great work mate!

@bcm70 2 ай бұрын

I'm not much of a Magna fan, but I've enjoyed watching your journey mate. Well done!

@351xb1973 2 ай бұрын

Paint , panel and all the little things soon add up. There’s a good reason why most guys stop counting. In saying that though some of what you have purchased is basic ongoing maintenance items that you get with all cars. At the end of the day you have a very nice looking car that gives you a bit of enjoyment and it’s better than spending it all at the pub or some over priced coffees at a cafe. Enjoy it and help keep the history alive

@the_real_superstickman 2 ай бұрын

That's still cheaper than what I spent doing a turbo conversion on my 2002 Subaru Outback. I did keep some track of my costs but not all of them because, well once it went north of $20k I stopped wanting to know haha. And it hasn't had one dollar spent on bodywork.

@justincummins166 2 ай бұрын

We've all been here🤣 I was telling a friend of mine what i spent my money on, then realised im getting close to what I paid for the car in new parts alone.

@liberty0758 2 ай бұрын

I've never even seen a Ralliart Magna on the road, and probably never will. Saw a nice black VR-X AWD the other day though. Mint car mate. Keep it, maintain it, drive it, enjoy it. That's proper enthusiasm. Who cares how much you've spent restoring it.