Classic Mercedes 560SL R107 // MONTH LONG Restoration Detailing

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  • Опубліковано 16 тра 2024
  • This Mercedes 560SL R107 restoration detailing is one of our biggest project to date! We had this classic Mercedes Benz at our shop for a full package detailing, dry ice cleaning, total interior makeover, paint correction, and countless new parts, including carpets, wood trim, and even wheels.
    We also dyed and repaired the leather, restored the speedometer, and about a thousand other things on this gorgeous Mercedes Benz 560SL
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    00:00 - Intro
    00:39 - Dry Ice Cleaning
    03:18 - Car Wash & Hood Foam Replacement
    03:44 - Parts Removal
    04:56 - Paint Inspection & Paint Correction
    06:51 - Exterior Reassembly & Parts Install
    09:20 - Artdeshine Ceramic Coating
    10:03 - Interior Detailing
    10:52 - New Carpets
    11:22 - Interior Restoration & Parts Replacement
    12:27 - Speedometer Restoration
    14:59 - Repainting Leather with Colourlock
    16:56 - Wood Trim Replacement & Restoration
    18:06 - Steering Wheel Restoration
    18:53 - Finishing the doors
    19:58 - Recap & Seat Restoration
    21:32 - Final Touches - Parts, Stickers, Emblems
    22:21 - Final Product
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  • @joshharrison1160
    @joshharrison1160 Рік тому +78

    I'd take that over a brand new one honestly

    • @genetung8590
      @genetung8590 Рік тому +7

      The faddish interactive screens of new cars give them a completely disposable character.

    • @geofffikar3417
      @geofffikar3417 Рік тому +3

      @@genetung8590 Mercedes is only interested in their bottom line,
      like all manufacturers today. It's a shame to see what
      Mercedes has become.

    • @stevebuchanan4829
      @stevebuchanan4829 Рік тому

      Not me, I got behind the wheel of a 2023 C Class the other day and it is incredible.

    • @cachondilandia
      @cachondilandia 11 місяців тому +1

      ​@@stevebuchanan4829 C clases Is bottom line

    • @foofghtr
      @foofghtr 11 місяців тому +2

      My father had an 89 same color brand new.
      I used to take it out on weekends and score some honeys 😂

  • @ianmuir3640
    @ianmuir3640 Рік тому +37

    That’s probably the best detailing I have ever seen,absolute perfection

  • @danpritchett5617
    @danpritchett5617 Рік тому +31

    There really aren't a whole lot of cars that deserve such a detailing. But the 560SL is definitely one.

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +4

      We agree, Dan :)

    • @arilinner9078
      @arilinner9078 11 місяців тому

      Is the $$$ worth it? Asking from ignorance

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  10 місяців тому +2

      @@arilinner9078 You'd have to ask the owner. This is his baby and he plans on keeping it for many years to come. So I would like to say yes :)

    • @toyotacorollaaltis8613
      @toyotacorollaaltis8613 6 місяців тому +1

      @@arilinner9078Does it really matter I’ve done everything to keep my old Corolla looking brand new is it financially smart hell no its not but I like my car so to me money doesn’t matter

  • @uweinhamburg
    @uweinhamburg Рік тому +25

    A nice car when you started - a piece of art when you finished it!
    A word for a hero who gets never mentioned 🤣😉I've been working in industrial purchase departments for a long time - my full respect for the guy/girl who managed to buy all the spare parts needed for this incredible job. I mean, this car was not produced in big numbers and spare parts for it do not come out of a catalog, right? Respect!

  • @andreasboose5611
    @andreasboose5611 8 місяців тому +1

    Gentlemen, this is absolutely incredible ❤❤❤❤

  • @bstewartexecutivecarcare3797
    @bstewartexecutivecarcare3797 Рік тому +2

    I don’t care what anyone else says I think this is one of the sexiest cars ever made‼️👍✌️☮️

  • @Darthreloy
    @Darthreloy Рік тому +3

    That is my favorite model of all Mercedes. The world deserves to see it in such beauty. Exsellent.

  • @eastbaystreet1242
    @eastbaystreet1242 7 місяців тому +1

    Being a perfectionist isn't easy, but it is rewarding. Well done.

  • @mochox
    @mochox Місяць тому

    The attention to detail is insane! A job exceptionally well done!

  • @toyotacorollaaltis8613
    @toyotacorollaaltis8613 6 місяців тому +1

    What I love about Mercedes is no matter what Mercedes you have or how old it is when you need a part all you have to do is ask them to make it pay them for it and you have a Mercedes genuine part they’ll even install it for you if you want

  • @adampennmusic
    @adampennmusic Рік тому +14

    Truly phenomenal work. I am morbidly curious what a job like this would cost though. Looks like it would be worth every penny! You guys are straight up artists.

  • @jimc9222
    @jimc9222 Рік тому +2

    Incredible job! Far beyond my expectations the services a detailing shop would perform.

  • @raphaelszok8561
    @raphaelszok8561 Рік тому +5

    That styles to me is the best design hands down.

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +1

      Such a beautiful era of automobiles :)

  • @borgullet3376
    @borgullet3376 Рік тому +2

    You guys took a piece of Art and made it back into a Masterwork.

  • @oliverleopando8331
    @oliverleopando8331 Рік тому +26

    You guys are crazy! Crazy good… just the amount of time, work and effort you guys put in is insane. Unbelievable! More power to I am Detailing!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +2

      Thank you Oliver! Really appreciate that buddy :) THANK YOU

    • @chriswalsh7487
      @chriswalsh7487 Рік тому +1

      Nice work! Where are you located? I’ve got a 1982 380 SL that could use this

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому

      @@chriswalsh7487 Thank you! We are located in Costa Mesa, CA

    • @chriswalsh7487
      @chriswalsh7487 Рік тому

      @@IAMDetailing Bummer… I’m on the east coast. Could you recommend a shop in the Philly area that does similar work?

  • @theorioncorp1
    @theorioncorp1 10 місяців тому

    Could watch this all day. Incredible work.

  • @fepofalco8238
    @fepofalco8238 Рік тому +4

    Incredible restauration!! Great job!!

  • @davidbrooks187
    @davidbrooks187 Рік тому +3

    Incredible detailing. Well done lads !!

  • @marcusott2973
    @marcusott2973 Рік тому +9

    Great job, personally if I was in this deep financially, I'd of put in the extra 4-5k for European spec bumpers.

  • @bigtime4701
    @bigtime4701 7 місяців тому

    Excellent work!

  • @colintawn3535
    @colintawn3535 Рік тому +8

    Phenomenal work.
    Did you reapply the underbody protection after stripping off the old one? It is there for a reason.

  • @mgray3130
    @mgray3130 Рік тому

    Jaw dropping! This is the greatest detailing I've ever seen.

  • @sib923
    @sib923 7 місяців тому +1

    Stunning Detailing and absolutely love that restoration of the paint work Beautiful Restoration. Much Respect Guys!

  • @fasteddy07
    @fasteddy07 Рік тому +6

    Absolutely phenomenal work! 💪

  • @moldingpro7208
    @moldingpro7208 Рік тому +1

    Obscene level of detail! Awesome!

  • @harshabiliangady3211
    @harshabiliangady3211 8 місяців тому

    That beauty deserved only guys like you who are bent on perfection. Absolutely wonderfully done. Keep it up.

  • @kekidit
    @kekidit 9 місяців тому

    Very very nice work, RESPECT !!!

  • @tommygriffin7401
    @tommygriffin7401 Рік тому +1

    Unbelievable work! You guys are the best to do it.

  • @luiscostaalves8849
    @luiscostaalves8849 Рік тому +1

    The others clean, you detail! congrats!

  • @Firstlastname69
    @Firstlastname69 Рік тому +1

    Big thanks to the owner of this machine.

  • @marabr4796
    @marabr4796 Рік тому +6

    It’s amazing all the small details you bring back to life. That refreshed leather is gorgeous. Car is better than showroom condition

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +4

      It makes such a difference! Even just a nice cleaning and paint correction is satisfying, but when you go in and replace the parts of the car to this depth, it feels like a whole new car!

  • @iridemotorbikes
    @iridemotorbikes Рік тому +4

    Stunning……… Amazing work, you guys have raised the bar with this one!!😎👍🏼👍🏼

  • @kncars7
    @kncars7 Рік тому +4

    Probably one of my favorite videos of this car! The work you put in is next level but the video production also goes crazy!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +1

      Yew! That makes me happy! Stoked you enjoyed the video!

  • @kawasakiwhiptwo5821
    @kawasakiwhiptwo5821 Рік тому +2

    Incredible job. Beautiful.

  • @Shinjo_Ms
    @Shinjo_Ms 6 місяців тому

    ugh..impecable. Absolutely gorgeous work

  • @scottshepherd8266
    @scottshepherd8266 11 місяців тому +10

    Your insane attention to detail...together with your passion and dedication in bringing these beautiful cars back to life is just incredible. Fantastic work.

  • @niklodeon2288
    @niklodeon2288 Рік тому

    Really nice to see such workmanship and attention to detail, especially on such a beautiful legend of a car.

  • @snartzzb983
    @snartzzb983 Рік тому +1

    Wonderful job guys. I'm glad the customer had faith in you. You didn't let them down.🚀🚀

  • @tonyfondacaro1980
    @tonyfondacaro1980 11 місяців тому +3

    Once again thank you for putting the time frame of the detail in the description. It really helps put in perspective how much time and effort it takes to make these cars look perfect again.

  • @bob7AZS
    @bob7AZS Рік тому

    Probably the best looking car l've seen! Absolutely amazing!

  • @SherShahHashmat
    @SherShahHashmat 6 місяців тому

    IMPRESSIVE ART !

  • @billdCT97
    @billdCT97 6 місяців тому

    Perfect, I love the dry ice clean......never saw that!!!!

  • @Rayoflight1975
    @Rayoflight1975 9 місяців тому

    Stunning. I’m afraid to ask what a detail like this would coat

  • @juvape64
    @juvape64 Рік тому

    Wow, what a pleasure to see the car of my life to be restore like this. What a job!

  • @lucyfan1976
    @lucyfan1976 Рік тому

    absolutely stunning!!!

  • @jkxelor1295
    @jkxelor1295 Рік тому +3

    You guys are next level pros. Great work.

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому

      Thanks much buddy! We're happy to have you watching our videos! Glad you enjoyed it!

  • @wolfgangreischmann3381
    @wolfgangreischmann3381 Рік тому

    Stunning good work, buddies!

  • @user-sh5ps2hi6e
    @user-sh5ps2hi6e 6 місяців тому

    This is a brand new old Car. Fantastic Job from you and your Team. Respect.

  • @larryschmidt5125
    @larryschmidt5125 Рік тому

    Fantastic, in a lot of ways better than when it left the factory! Good job guys!!

  • @herbedwards8156
    @herbedwards8156 Рік тому +1

    Incredible, thank you. You've inspired me to wash my '87 SL this weekend

  • @BassicVIC
    @BassicVIC Рік тому

    What I Am Detailing does is the closest thing to time travel. 😊

  • @E92M3Guy
    @E92M3Guy Рік тому +3

    Incredible restoration here. I love it when the owner literally writes a blank cheque for that level of work undertaken. 👍 👍 👏 👏

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +2

      When they say "make it perfect" we always love to hear that. That's how we wish we could send every car home ;)

  • @GunfightersINC
    @GunfightersINC Рік тому +1

    You guys are on a whole other level.

  • @geofffikar3417
    @geofffikar3417 Рік тому +1

    This will give Victor practice for when he does his own interior. Outstanding
    job on this whole car. Very well done!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +1

      If he ever has time for it! 🤣🤦‍♂️ Thanks much Geoff! We're happy with how it came out!

  • @eastbaystreet1242
    @eastbaystreet1242 7 місяців тому +1

    PS: I hope your business is doing well - this is fantastic work and a gift to the classic car world. I should know - my old friend was one of the great classic car restorers in CA, and I now drive the great grandson of this car (with that same classic grille) the AMG S63 Cabriolet (2017, before the facelift to the Panamericana grille). Thanks, and rock on.

  • @Chuchu_ETV
    @Chuchu_ETV 9 місяців тому

    jesus the level of work is insane

  • @roderickvandekimmenade4854
    @roderickvandekimmenade4854 Рік тому +2

    I reckon the light comes on because of the battery being low. Might be wrong. Good luck in finding mate. Great vid as usual. Cheers

  • @reinaldodombueno9276
    @reinaldodombueno9276 Рік тому +2

    Extraordinary beauty!! No one ELSE makes cars this beautiful!!! And the work of this team is beyond fantastic!!! Extraordinary video!! Hugs from Brazil!!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому

      Thank you Reinaldo! This is such a timeless classic. So happy you liked the video!

  • @aoachoward
    @aoachoward Рік тому +1

    I’m ready to send my ‘86 560SL to these guys. A beautiful blue on blue with 63K. These guys would take it to another level. 😊

  • @dwarrensimmons
    @dwarrensimmons 9 місяців тому

    I used to own a 560SL. Now I want one again! Beautiful!!

    • @ridchybastien7662
      @ridchybastien7662 29 днів тому

      I had a 380 sl for sale hit me up if you’re interested

  • @MrTrollin86
    @MrTrollin86 Рік тому +2

    That SL is a set of euro bumpers & headlights away from absolute perfection

  • @samuelweeks4882
    @samuelweeks4882 Рік тому

    this is my dream car. what an AWESOME job guys!

  • @daner8418
    @daner8418 6 місяців тому

    Wow, just wow 🤩

  • @NafiulKarim
    @NafiulKarim 11 місяців тому +1

    Wish I could like this video a 100 times over. Great job. Would’ve loved to see how ya’ll work on the top though.

  • @Steph-iw3hr
    @Steph-iw3hr 8 місяців тому

    Great job Guys , rebirth 😊

  • @librarycardholder4908
    @librarycardholder4908 Рік тому

    This is next level!

  • @Texastimbo
    @Texastimbo Рік тому

    I had a 380SL. Loved it!

  • @TheKopylov
    @TheKopylov Рік тому +2

    What an astonishing job!

  • @SLOPPEWALL
    @SLOPPEWALL 9 місяців тому +1

    Fine, fine work !!!!!!!!

  • @michaelweisner5550
    @michaelweisner5550 Рік тому +1

    Incredible !

  • @ArtisteaRestaurayCrea
    @ArtisteaRestaurayCrea 11 місяців тому

    impressive job!! congratulations

  • @ScrappersDetailing
    @ScrappersDetailing Рік тому +10

    Great job. Always love the disassembly and reassembly. Amazing how you put it all back together so well!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +3

      So many parts to track on this one! Like the most intense German puzzle ever!

  • @bertm8621
    @bertm8621 Рік тому

    Absolutely a very good job!

  • @tompease3022
    @tompease3022 Рік тому

    Impressive as always!

  • @MagnoliaEmporium
    @MagnoliaEmporium 10 місяців тому +1

    incredible detailing on this R107!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  10 місяців тому +1

      Thank you!

    • @MagnoliaEmporium
      @MagnoliaEmporium 10 місяців тому

      @@IAMDetailing We literally sat he and re-watched this video and several others... I am considering buying my best friends 560sl and seriously am thinking of driving it out to California from Charlotte, NC just to have you redo it! Im going to watch your 280Sl one next... My mom had a 71. Their one of my favorites.. Keep up the amazing work!

  • @Abdu-S
    @Abdu-S Рік тому +1

    It's always dazzling to see you guys transform beat up cars to a marvel ! Simply 👏🏽 👏🏽 👏🏽 💯💯💯

  • @senathhettiarachchi858
    @senathhettiarachchi858 Рік тому

    Simply Amaizing❤

  • @winthroplewis9361
    @winthroplewis9361 Рік тому

    FANTASTIC job. Almost makes me want to buy a classic car just to bring it in to you guys.

  • @jeffdieringer1
    @jeffdieringer1 Рік тому +1

    insanely excellent!

  • @redcapote4760
    @redcapote4760 3 місяці тому

    Good lord, I need to make more money so I can send a classic mercedes to these guys.

  • @michaeldawkins3758
    @michaeldawkins3758 Рік тому +1

    Thanks, guys for the video.

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому

      Thanks Michael! good to see yah buddy! Hope you’re well!

  • @davidmaloney9608
    @davidmaloney9608 5 місяців тому

    Just incredible

  • @DjPolo1897
    @DjPolo1897 Рік тому +1

    My dad had one back in the 80's in green when I was a child, the same time my mum had a Triumph TR6, what great times.

  • @lrsmith6037
    @lrsmith6037 Рік тому

    Amazing work by artisans

  • @alejandromunoz1109
    @alejandromunoz1109 5 місяців тому

    Disfruté viendo el programa. Maravilloso trabajo.

  • @jonathanv1664
    @jonathanv1664 8 місяців тому

    AMAZING. What did the total cost land at? Im interested in buying the same service.

  • @JimGaltieri
    @JimGaltieri Рік тому +2

    I own an 1989 560SL in excellent shape (56k) but it sure could use your incredible professionalism. Unbelievable job!!!

  • @baronlowe9579
    @baronlowe9579 Рік тому +2

    Impeccable attention to detail. Not sure what this type of job would cost, but I’d bet it’s worth every penny!

  • @wurkinjowurka9026
    @wurkinjowurka9026 Рік тому

    Beautiful job boys. Just gorgeous...

  • @tedhaver9613
    @tedhaver9613 Рік тому

    So very skilled! 🤩😍

  • @nautospavn
    @nautospavn 7 місяців тому +1

    Great work!

  • @ace41367
    @ace41367 Рік тому +2

    I remember picking up a silver 560 in 1988. Brought From memories, externally this seems even nicer - I think it may be a later model though. No matter what, this was a spectacular job!

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому

      Thank you! Glad you enjoyed the video. I love when people find these cars they used to own :)

  • @MrXetaios
    @MrXetaios Рік тому +1

    Perfect!🤟🏼

  • @dmitriyrybalchenko1808
    @dmitriyrybalchenko1808 Рік тому +2

    Incredible job!

  • @lukewarmduke4631
    @lukewarmduke4631 7 місяців тому

    This is a really damn good set of wheels . :)

  • @robertsalanon2909
    @robertsalanon2909 Місяць тому

    Trés trés belle remise en état !! That·s perfect , congrast !!...

  • @Steph-iw3hr
    @Steph-iw3hr Рік тому

    Amazing job guys

  • @sebastianm.8383
    @sebastianm.8383 Рік тому

    stunning, this cars looks better than new, just awesome....

  • @rickhoevenaars7833
    @rickhoevenaars7833 Рік тому +2

    The most amazing detailing video I’ve ever seen. I’d love to have you guys tackle my 1993 600SL.

    • @IAMDetailing
      @IAMDetailing  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Rick!! Stoked you enjoyed it! We’d be happy to help ;)

    • @rickhoevenaars7833
      @rickhoevenaars7833 Рік тому

      @@IAMDetailing I wish, unfortunately I’m too far away. London , Ontario Canada.

  • @xaviersolis4400
    @xaviersolis4400 Рік тому +1

    Wow show room condition very talent masters.