Detailing this ABANDONED Mini Cooper! Can it be saved?

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  • @decker0373
    @decker0373 Рік тому +7

    What I like about this is the fact that you shown some other that you don't need 30 minutes of video. Great result too. 👏

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +3

      Thanks Lee. UA-cam is so difficult to Keep people watching so shorter videos tend to be enough for most people. Plus everyone hates mid roll adverts so if the videos are shorter people are happier

  • @_stoatchaser
    @_stoatchaser Рік тому +26

    A stout pair of wellington boots are the order of the day for you good Sir. It will save on a lot of those potty mouthed shenanigans

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +3

      I got wellies thank you. But I stupidly left them at home 😀

    • @_stoatchaser
      @_stoatchaser Рік тому +1

      @@epicautomotivedetailing doh 🙄

    • @laurapalmerTDGE
      @laurapalmerTDGE Рік тому

      @@_stoatchaser - Should be in the car 24/7 or buy second pair...

  • @eamonkelly2792
    @eamonkelly2792 Рік тому +15

    Hi Dave it's soooo good to see you back again, your products did an epic job on the mini 😷😷, can't wait to see what's next

  • @nadinedenver742
    @nadinedenver742 Рік тому +5

    Just started my own mobile car valeting business.....going really well and the "maintenance valets" are fantastic idea. Most of my customers have signed up once a month 💎👍 thanks m8 great videos top class

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +2

      Thanks very much. Good luck with your business

    • @nadinedenver742
      @nadinedenver742 Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing thanks mate! Im on snap chat just for content, on ny second month of maintenance valets....wee buns 👌💎🤜🤛

    • @marhilromano1838
      @marhilromano1838 Рік тому

      @@nadinedenver742 Hi mate do you have any advise for me? I am planning to start a valeting business and i am planning to use my own car. thanks.

  • @jamienevill1768
    @jamienevill1768 Рік тому +11

    Reminds me of one I had that 'wasn't too bad' according to the elderly lady who hired me. Apart from it being a Nissan Tino instead of an Almera (same name, but bigger car), it was more algae than paint. I didn't have a storm to contend with though! Keep up the good work Dave. 👍

  • @jesterson28
    @jesterson28 Рік тому +5

    ‘You’re dead to me’ actually made me laugh out loud 😂 great video 👍

  • @nigelpayne4641
    @nigelpayne4641 Рік тому +6

    That's one hell of a clean Dave, I hope you friend was happy, keep up the great work.

  • @paulcloughton4000
    @paulcloughton4000 Рік тому +11

    What a transformation, bet it was great cleaning that one.

  • @sylanderhopkins6665
    @sylanderhopkins6665 Рік тому +2

    The only person I've ever seen cover the important things under the hood 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

  • @johnbrown3951
    @johnbrown3951 Рік тому

    I watched that and was so jealous. The best details are the dirty ones for me then I can see the biggest transformation. Having had a Mini hatch JCW I have a soft spot for all Mini's as well. I had a customer recently who went elsewhere for a detail as her car was too dirty to bring back as she said she was too embarrassed to show me how dirty she had got it after all my hard work. You did a great job in the time allowed.

  • @marktrower2267
    @marktrower2267 Рік тому +2

    Once again Dave a fantastic and informative video with you humour thrown in.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      Thanks Mark. I don't think everyone likes the light hearted side of a serious topic but I enjoyed making this one.

  • @Adam308d
    @Adam308d Рік тому +3

    Just what I needed after a really shitty day. Looks fab mate, I had a Mini like this, same colour but in convertible.

  • @md-detailing
    @md-detailing Рік тому +2

    Great video and work as always Dave.
    i just started learning how to 1 stage polish on a Makita polisher,my black Renault Megane hasnt been polished in 10 years and has been resprayed mostly(didnt know that before buying and was in a minor front end collision,crash bar bent etc) and it looks phenomenal, the shine and color were back and the paint silky smooth and not harsh to the touch.
    I put gyeon wet coat on it and i think that will be fine, topping up with a quick detailer every 2 weeks :D

  • @richardbenham1475
    @richardbenham1475 Рік тому

    That power wash sequence was very satisfying!

  • @karl3927
    @karl3927 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the video Dave. Cracking transformation of the Mini you did there. 👌👍

  • @onedaystrangerenough
    @onedaystrangerenough Рік тому +4

    Incredible outcome well done Dave 😎👍

  • @ezymedianetwork193
    @ezymedianetwork193 Рік тому +1

    Hi and thanks for uploading. What's the best way to clean an engine of any vehicle. Do I just go in with a pressure washer and spare everything except the battery 🔋 or there other things I've got to look out for. I wanna specialise in engine cleaning to support myself financially as an entrepreneur..thanks in advance

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      To be honest many modern engine bays can take a lot of pressure. I also use a steam a cleaner or just do it by hand with a citrus pre wash. it really depends on the type of engine that im working on

    • @ezymedianetwork193
      @ezymedianetwork193 Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing thank you so much for the quick reply. Stay blessed and be safe

  • @BobbyFocus2008
    @BobbyFocus2008 Рік тому +3

    Seeing that poor mini with all that mold on it made me cry almost, my dream car is a 2005 mini cooper s John cooper works with the supercharger, I know a lot of people will laugh but these little cars are cool.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      No shame at all in Liking that car. In this world you can chose to have any dream car you want my friend 🙏

    • @need4speed5353
      @need4speed5353 Рік тому +1

      That's my dream car too. I have 2 R56s and Minis are all I'll ever own because they're so damn fun, even the base model. You have great taste in cars

  • @sixtysecondsofstephens2386
    @sixtysecondsofstephens2386 Рік тому +1

    Great clean Dave, glad your back on the videos.

  • @Alejandro_BoniIIa
    @Alejandro_BoniIIa Рік тому +1

    I’m impressed the wheel arches aren’t faded

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      Protected by loads of green mould and it's been under a tree for many years so it never got exposed to UV rays

  • @MsGman598
    @MsGman598 Рік тому +2

    What a transformation 👏 bet the owner was well chuffed 👍

  • @robbaker5720
    @robbaker5720 Рік тому +2

    Great video, really shows off how good your products are.

  • @DN76
    @DN76 Рік тому +1

    Great video Dave looks great is there a follow up to it for the interior cleaning of the mini? Also any video coming out with tips on washing a car when you can't use a hose pipe or pressure washer due to hosepipe ban in place? Thanks

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +2

      Hello the interior was immaculate so no need and yes I got a video coming soon on my other channel. (How to detail)

  • @1968johnno
    @1968johnno Рік тому +1

    Welcome back Dave another great video keep up the good work

  • @rickyduff5573
    @rickyduff5573 Рік тому

    Hey buddy was great meeting you today just watching some of your videos thanks aswome bro glad I bumped into you

  • @MensGroomingAdvice
    @MensGroomingAdvice Рік тому

    When you did the machine polish, were you using a DA or a rotary? I've yet to buy a machine and I 'thought' the best choice is a DA as it avoids swirls? Please correct me if that's wrong!

  • @drany7
    @drany7 8 місяців тому

    Hi . Confused about not using citrus cleaner on plastics. But what about when pre washing the exterior plastics?
    Thanks

  • @mikehudson537
    @mikehudson537 Рік тому

    What do you recommend to get off baked on brake dust? I've tried afew products but non of them seem to do it 😞

  • @jonathonbrett-qn1ic
    @jonathonbrett-qn1ic Рік тому

    That is a very satisfying clean on the mini
    Great job, looks like new.
    Great video as always

  • @Geeky_detail_reviews
    @Geeky_detail_reviews Рік тому +2

    Excellent video
    Dave.
    Love the products

  • @supersaabclaire
    @supersaabclaire Рік тому +3

    So satisfying! Epic job!!

  • @stevenjones19-m8i
    @stevenjones19-m8i Рік тому +1

    Hello Dave,what a difference,is that the same car😂😂,compared to it started the products done a excellent job.brilliant video.

  • @markmummery8765
    @markmummery8765 Рік тому

    Random question.
    Have you detailed a Hyunda i20N?
    If so have managed to avoid the water/soap getting into the rear light and rear horizontal light reflector.These are design faults
    Thanks.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      Hello Mark. Sorry I haven't worked on one of those so I may not be able to shed light on that I'm afraid 😟

  • @lancetaylor6647
    @lancetaylor6647 Рік тому +1

    Hi mate i know you have had a nilfisk before and im thinking of getting the 140 core but what would be a good snow foam lance for it. Thanks

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      Hiya I would look at the Ava's. So many options out there for all types of budgets.

    • @lancetaylor6647
      @lancetaylor6647 Рік тому +1

      Ok i was thinking about that to the p55 looks good

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      @@lancetaylor6647 I made a video on that against karcher and nilfisk

    • @lancetaylor6647
      @lancetaylor6647 Рік тому

      Yes i watched it. Just thinking of prhce as i only do it as a 2nd job. 1 to 2 cars a week. Thanks though mate

  • @jonathanpike2928
    @jonathanpike2928 Рік тому +1

    Hi dave loving the content faultless clean once again I've got a job tomorrow for abig client 8 vehicals in one day any advice 2 vans and 6 cars

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +2

      Best advice is take your time. Better to do less cars with more quality then 8 cars that look average

    • @jonathanpike2928
      @jonathanpike2928 Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing thanks 😊 🙏

  • @RJ-nf3jm
    @RJ-nf3jm Рік тому +1

    Noticed you used a rotary polisher with a green pad, which likely made faster work of the polish. Was that a one step? Is that possible without leaving swirl marks, or are swirl marks only caused by heavier-cut rotary pads? Would love to see a video YOU produce about how you use a rotary polisher efficiently.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      Hello it was just a quick polish. It's getting work done to it so another time I'll be giving it a proper polish. I'm actually doing a full guide on my other channel.

    • @RJ-nf3jm
      @RJ-nf3jm Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing very interested in your use of a rotary, as they can be quicker. But for a regular light polish on a well kept car, would you recommend a DA over a rotary for that? Thanks for the time.

  • @lifeslooker
    @lifeslooker Рік тому +1

    Awesome. The transformation was epic. Get it ? I’m here all week. Lol 😂

  • @rickydfc1977
    @rickydfc1977 Рік тому +2

    Impressive Dave!

  • @smacleansdetailing
    @smacleansdetailing Рік тому +2

    “Ya dead to me😂” u brilliant bro 😂

  • @rinseshinevaleting2983
    @rinseshinevaleting2983 Рік тому +1

    The classic 50/50 bonnet shot 👌🏻👌🏻

  • @pauljakeman
    @pauljakeman Рік тому +1

    That’s amazing work!
    Was suggested this and glad I clicked through!

  • @smacleansdetailing
    @smacleansdetailing Рік тому +2

    I like how h show the bits like the wind changing on us bro lol realism

  • @JOHNRGRAY
    @JOHNRGRAY Рік тому +1

    Fantastic transformation

  • @skylined5534
    @skylined5534 Рік тому +1

    Show room fresh! Great job!

  • @KK_Detailing
    @KK_Detailing Рік тому +1

    Another brilliant video, keep em coming 🙌🏽

  • @bojanautocare8260
    @bojanautocare8260 Рік тому +1

    2:08 at first i thought that the pressure washer was making weird noise 😄

  • @thedetailbay3933
    @thedetailbay3933 Рік тому +2

    Nice turn around!

  • @jazzam8012
    @jazzam8012 Рік тому +1

    Mini came out spik and span top job my man Dave 😊

  • @neiltaylor62
    @neiltaylor62 Рік тому +1

    Nothing better than seeing the shit & dirt blasted off a light coloured car makes a very satisfying video. The mini looked like new after Daves magic hands done the work keep them coming Dave 💪👍😁

  • @mze5622
    @mze5622 Рік тому +1

    Any tips for car valeting businesses during winter slowing down ?

    • @mze5622
      @mze5622 Рік тому

      I don’t need your like

  • @angelomark1703
    @angelomark1703 Рік тому +2

    Great stuff mate

  • @DG-EditsYT
    @DG-EditsYT Рік тому

    Aah "the great storm" the one my parents endured 24hrs a day they grew up with, ate, went to school and worked in 😂
    Great video and humour BTW its very refreshing with everyone trying to be so serious these days worried about everything that might be looked upon as "not right or professional" 😂

  • @connycatlady7429
    @connycatlady7429 Рік тому +1

    Great result. I would hav e loved to see th e reaction of the owner 😉

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      He was the mechanic who was watching. Was well happy. I have a new show coming out soon where owners will be joining me and we're doing it all properly

  • @kevincross9206
    @kevincross9206 Рік тому +1

    Must be so satisfying cleaning a car starting in that condition.
    Having just brought a LWB Vivaro, and a white one at that, by the time the hose pipe ban is lifted, I think it will be the same colour as the mini 🤣🤣

  • @frankmetcalfe9391
    @frankmetcalfe9391 Рік тому +2

    Brilliant video and job

  • @johnmelling9950
    @johnmelling9950 Рік тому +1

    Been pressure washing engines for years and never had a problem. Modern engine electrics are pretty well sealed, not like the older vehicles. The thing to be careful of is never pressure wash a diesel when its running and dont spray the water at the air intake.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +2

      Cheers John. My cardboard cover did a fantastic job 👌😁

    • @johnmelling9950
      @johnmelling9950 Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing very impressive mate. After seeing this I'm thinking of re-roofing the house with cardboard tiles.

  • @mfpix
    @mfpix Рік тому +1

    Unbelievable
    Great job fella

  • @kevwilliams1
    @kevwilliams1 4 місяці тому

    Bilt hamber auto wheel cleaner is probably the best I’ve used. Highly recommend it 👌🏻

  • @danhomes4194
    @danhomes4194 Рік тому +2

    Love it man!!!

  • @TheRhodes76
    @TheRhodes76 Рік тому +1

    Brilliant, love to see results like that 😀

  • @pjmoody
    @pjmoody Рік тому +1

    Wow. Well done. Thanks for sharing

  • @marhilromano1838
    @marhilromano1838 Рік тому

    Hi Dave do you need to register your business even if your starting the mobile car valeting?

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      You have a few months to register. Wouldn't panic about it at all. I know people who hadn't registered for months

    • @marhilromano1838
      @marhilromano1838 Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing Dave if you only use your own car in order for your jet wash to work you need to connect to the owners house for some electricity right? because i don't have a generator yet.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      @@marhilromano1838 yes use owners power and electric

  • @tmphotography8443
    @tmphotography8443 Рік тому +1

    Who makes those products Dave ? 😉
    Good subject to test the stuff on not something like my car that never gets dirty nevermind filthy . Parents neighbours are saying "washing it again?" . I'm doing it far less than I did at home at that too

  • @Thecarman1994
    @Thecarman1994 Рік тому +1

    Hello Dave. Spent my life on building sites, so language isn't a new thing. BUT, you are better than that !

  • @antonywalker8837
    @antonywalker8837 Рік тому +1

    Wot !!!! No Dave's Dad !!!!!. Oh Yeah sorry I missed that one. I was in Bournemouth.😁

  • @65obie
    @65obie Рік тому

    You are hilarious, love your channel, yeah, I’ve been sprayed so many times by wind changes, I can actually recommend the best tasting snow foams on the market.🤣

  • @crazyforcars
    @crazyforcars 2 місяці тому +1

    Yeah, I know, I'm one of a million people who say that. But as a "professional" car detailer you should not use a pressure washer in the engine bay. This could bring water to places it should not be and you don't want it to be.
    And snowfoaming the S-class right beside the Mini...well, at least questionnable 😊.

  • @Crylhound
    @Crylhound Рік тому +1

    It hurts to see a mini (or any car) neglected like this 😢

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +1

      Genuine story behind this one. Sadly the loss of a life can lead to this

    • @Crylhound
      @Crylhound Рік тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing Yeah, sometimes there are valid reasons.

  • @nealdunleavy
    @nealdunleavy 2 місяці тому +1

    I Love My Mini Cooper The Entire Way Ah

  • @Kingkustomsmedia
    @Kingkustomsmedia Рік тому

    as a full time detailer, i could feel your pain at the end of the video

  • @MikesAutoDetailing
    @MikesAutoDetailing Рік тому +1

    Fantastic job

  • @harryblinkhorn2792
    @harryblinkhorn2792 Рік тому

    You used the Ava p80 what is wrong with the p180 nilfisk

  • @Finnegeas
    @Finnegeas Рік тому +1

    My inner Karen is saying why you no use the anti moss flame thrower on the engine bay 😂😅😂 great vid as always

  • @Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark
    @Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark 9 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely love mini’s I have a 2016 mini hatch 5dr in white silver

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  9 місяців тому

      Kinda wish I grew up around the older generation of minis that would have been good

    • @Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark
      @Thisistrulyoddtv_Mark 9 місяців тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing same I do I like the older ones but they ain’t practical for this day and age and don’t have modern comfort for winter

  • @shanehiggins3033
    @shanehiggins3033 Рік тому +1

    Not surprised it's sitting there like that
    God awful reliability

  • @richardgould1978
    @richardgould1978 Рік тому +1

    Absolutely love these filthy car cleans.......and your positive attitude made me smile......how long b4 ur foot was Dry? 😄 🤣 😂 😆 👍 👍 👍

  • @douglasthompson296
    @douglasthompson296 Рік тому

    I'm interested to know how the mini got in that condition in the first place 🥺

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      Previous owner died and it was left with a family member sitting outside for 7 years

    • @douglasthompson296
      @douglasthompson296 Рік тому +1

      @@epicautomotivedetailing thanks, it was worth the effort you put into it Cheers ✔️

  • @jonnyluff33
    @jonnyluff33 Рік тому +1

    My god where have you been ? Its about time you gave us an epic length video Dave and as a reward I'll buy you a pack of toucan bars lol good job by the way.

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому +4

      Hi mate I needed time out. UA-cam doesn't exactly pay small UA-camrs well so my priorities are making sure the family have a roof over their heads so work had to come first. I have 2 channels now so all my how to videos are on there and this one is saved for these types of videos. My Christmas special is going to be mega

    • @jonnyluff33
      @jonnyluff33 Рік тому

      Can't wait mate and don't forget if you get stuck for a subject vehicle the artist is always available or if you want you can have my vw van lol although to be fair that one is a mission. Keep it up Dave and be lucky

  • @Jestersson
    @Jestersson Рік тому

    TFR it all over then wash it with hot water and a mitt. Foam is useless plus I reckon 90% of that dirt would come off with the pressure wash alone.

  • @yakreb3855
    @yakreb3855 Рік тому

    How much would you take for a job like this if it wasnt your friend

  • @breakbreak200
    @breakbreak200 Рік тому

    i’m interested in your service i live near houston texas could i send you pictures of my car please reply to me i love your work

  • @darrenhurrell
    @darrenhurrell 2 місяці тому

    Isn’t your product shop open anymore ?

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  2 місяці тому +1

      No mate wasn't worth the hassle. I spent more time working on products and advertising and less time making content which was something I've always enjoyed

    • @darrenhurrell
      @darrenhurrell 2 місяці тому

      @@epicautomotivedetailing that’s a shame. No worries. Thanks for letting me know. Take Care.

  • @minioner5080
    @minioner5080 Місяць тому

    5k miles must feel like a new car

  • @bobi.3603
    @bobi.3603 Рік тому

    And the interior????

  • @computercookie172
    @computercookie172 Рік тому

    y clean engine?

  • @JW-wp8rp
    @JW-wp8rp 10 місяців тому

    you should of had a before and after on the mini.

  • @mikenewbold1699
    @mikenewbold1699 8 місяців тому

    that shampoo ain't the only zesty thing in this video

  • @supersaabclaire
    @supersaabclaire Рік тому

    Can't pressure wash the engine bay like that on a petrol without causes a world of problems

  • @Barker-pu7ix
    @Barker-pu7ix Рік тому

    5,000 miles it has to have more than that

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      Nope it has 5000 miles give or take 50 odd miles. Happy to take a picture and post it on Instagram if its a matter of urgency

  • @robsmithracing
    @robsmithracing Рік тому +1

    Remove the alloys and do them properly!!!!!!

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  Рік тому

      Jesus Christ 😂. Just a few things
      1. I had 4 hours to clean and polish the car.
      2. I was filming so that takes ages to do as well.
      3. It was for free so it wasn't a top job service
      4. The wheels came out fine because I have a brilliant wheel cleaner.
      5. I don't a pit crew like you 🤣

  • @abduu792
    @abduu792 Рік тому +1

    I just want a car i need it 😢

  • @pablor1768
    @pablor1768 Рік тому

    7 Years? Looks rather like 3 months…

  • @Wolsey67
    @Wolsey67 Рік тому

    Please stop calling it green mold. It's moss and algee.

  • @raufrauff1835
    @raufrauff1835 Рік тому +1

    👍👍👍👍👍🇲🇾

  • @darrenboston342
    @darrenboston342 10 місяців тому +1

    You breath in & moan out a lot don’t ya🤔
    Remove the battery, take the plates off…. Yeah your rite I wouldn’t use a pressure washer in the engine bay…. Steam only!👌
    With milage I’d sell it!!

    • @epicautomotivedetailing
      @epicautomotivedetailing  9 місяців тому

      only moan on camera. normally im the most polite wonderful person on the planet lol

  • @svt3941
    @svt3941 Рік тому +1

    Awesome transformation