Restoring & Lowering a Mercedes W123 // SOUP Classic Motoring 57

[@princesstrojan740]

I could watch this all day, everybody...why isnt this on TV...

[@soupclassicmotoring]

it doesn't fit 😅

[@edmorris182]

Why on earth do you not have. 10M subs?! There's nothing else like this out there...
P.S. more Esprit please!

[@runrin_]

i think he needs the merc running to get to the esprit.

[@chipsk8361]

@@runrin_ Car guy problems

[@greeneyes7392]

I feel ya man - however if I remember correct - he had 35k 2 or 3 months ago - if he keeps up the recipe , he will go parabolic eventually
I betcha he's working on the esprit on the down low , & using this Mercedes thing to remind us he's still alive & let referrals build up who,e we wait
I bet someday , the esprit videos will come like an avalanche - hope we get to see some by Christmas - if we are lucky enough to live that long
Cheers man 🍻

[@kungfusing1]

IKR he’s definitely UA-cam’s best kept secret. So much better than any other car related channel I’ve seen yet so few subs.

[@ModernHypnotherapy]

@@greeneyes7392 Support the guy on his Patreon and you know the full inside story!

[@andrewdonaldford]

The best executed rebuild videos in the history of UA-cam? Gotta be.

[@matthewshambler2644]

One, if not thee most underrated and under subscribed channels on UA-cam.. maybe people can't handle how different it is compared to the "same old stuff".
Really amazing skill, work, video and production quality.. keep it up!

[@jeremyrowe743]

Absolutely love the stop motion, content, and even the narration. You certainly deserve more subscribers, so keep up the good work.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thank you Jeremy

[@amunarjoh]

Why on earth would anybody thumb-down this video. Fantastic stop motion, beautiful work performed and one of the greatest comments around! Thank you!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thank you Åmund

[@markjaffrey]

George you're getting there. 50K+ subs and lots of patrons. Well done and many more to come! That reassembly of the fuel system footage was mesmerising. Bless you and your inspiring work.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Cheers Mark, still at it and not done yet :)

[@never_lift]

Superb! Your videos are always top notch but this one just hits even better than normal. Thanks for staying stuck in.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

on it! Thanks :)

[@bp9749]

I keep a look out for your content daily. So much so my wife asks if you've made any videos yet because she knows how much I love them. It's time for me to become a contributor. Your content is so so so good. It's better than most anything on TV. I love the Mercedes build. Loved the Range Rover build as well. I cannot tell you how amazing your style of content is. Thank you so much for all your efforts. It's my pleasure to give back to such an amazing source of information inspiration and entertainment.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Lovely words Ben, only sorry I can't bring more content more often. Hopefully when it's safe again I'll get straight back to weekly Esprit videos.

[@bp9749]

@@soupclassicmotoring the wait is not a problem. I would rather wait and have it be as good as it is.... Then you rush it and cut corners and/or go crazy... It's all about the experience. We can wait. Thanks again.

[@maxhubberdt]

Nothing but love coming from Sweden for this video man, you give me hope for mankind!!!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

lol I can't be held responsible ;)

[@hacketstown8]

The patience of jobe, attention to detail is unquantifiable. Thanks for sharing. Love it ✨✨✨👍

[@Paul_VanGo]

This is how you get more views, George. I watched it as soon as it was posted, but the soothing voice-over, and the initial Pull Up To My Bumper-esk music, made me fall asleep within 5 minutes.
So, as a result, I have to watch it again the morning after. 👍🏻

[@soupclassicmotoring]

lol Grace would be laughing... thanks man, good to know it's working for you :)

[@Paul_VanGo]

@@soupclassicmotoring Quite alright, surprisingly...

[@vegardjohannessen3009]

Your videos are not videos they are art. I honestly find them enchanting.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

lol. love that. Thanks Vegard

[@SmellsLikeGASOLINE]

Your whole videos deserve to be watched : every second of them. Which is rare

[@SillyMonkeys]

Hi George, over the last few days, I've been binge watching your channel , you are completely mad, but in the most beautiful and inspiring way possible...i'm currently restoring a w123 estate, it's the first car I've ever really worked on, and sometimes it's been overwhelming..... but ,I've been getting back into it again recently, and watching your work and perserverence ,has been a huge encouragement to me, " Thank you so much"....Keep up the great work, and I'll drop you some pics of my progress, over the coming weeks...bye and thanks again. Michael

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Cheers Michael, glad the vids help and thanks for your support behind the scenes! :)

[@Brian77766]

11:55, looking at that would deter most weekend welders, but not you, oh not you. With your land rover welding experience, you tackled that methodically and logically piece by piece and the result at 15:32 is a better result than I could ever imagine completing myself. You inspire me to follow your path, producing quality work that is built to last with a great look, and finish my project that has similar rust issues, which has been sitting in my garage rotting away since 2016. I really enjoy your videos and look forward to each and every upload. Thanks.

[@Strike86]

YES! George is back! Can't tell you how happy this made me, I was smiling all through the video!
I think you must have inspired me - I tried out a flux-core MIG recently and now I want to get a MIG welder so I can start doing this on my own project cars.
Your videos are wonderful and visually stunning, thank you so much for sharing your work with us. Especially now we're all quarantined your videos give much needed motivational fuel.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

You'll never look back or regret the investment, talk to the folk at R-Tech if you can, they'll see you right. Thanks for the kind words :)

[@markgilchrist4988]

Clearly 11 people weren’t held enough as children ! Epic work as always 👊🏼

[@soupclassicmotoring]

👊🏼😂

[@AW_DIY_garage]

Another fantastic video. Easily one of the top creators for car content here on UA-cam. Thanks again

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks a mill Aaron, always good to see you here :) Hope you're well and getting a bit of time in.

[@AW_DIY_garage]

@@soupclassicmotoring yeah unfortunately with my work I am away from my car for a while. So no good forward movement happening on my end. I am making plans though my Datsun should hopefully be alive by next Christmas

[@arvidkarlberg5845]

Lovely as always, proud patron. I totally encourage anyone reading this to support George! What an incredible breath of fresh air this is in todays media world.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad to call you a patron Arvid, thanks for the kind words

[@collector1946]

Your a class act, a bench mark of what "is good"... please keep it comming

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Cheers Ade, a real compliment :)

[@collector1946]

@@soupclassicmotoring worked in TV & Film for 20 years, my passion is cars, I rebuilt a range rover an 83 4 door Inj Vogue..(factory prototype) I had a stroke in 2018 at 47yo which left meunable to walk (for now)... so you are my "fix" for cars had to sell my fiat siecento track car .... hope to be back in game one day.

[@paulcook7986]

Burns from welding with mild steel are painful however, burns from welding with stainless steel are worse! Take care George. Good job, well done, keep it up.

[@MrStroller4u]

Your channel is extreamely under rated, the quality of your craftsmanship and your editing is superb.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Ever striving for better, thanks Mr :)

[@marksweetman8765]

Yet another jaw dropping beautifully shot video. You never fail to impress and this is one of only a few channels that I watch from start to finish every time. Thank you once again for sharing

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad they're keep you interested Mark, and always good to see a familiar name here. Thanks and be safe :)

[@rEdHoUsE_1969]

Always an absolute highlight of my day when I receive a new 'Soup . Classic Motoring' update in my inbox ... keep up the great work.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

🍻

[@pavelprunner8855]

SOUP, this is the restoration in the art of animation... well done. :)

[@soupclassicmotoring]

✌🏼

[@gkcooper]

THE BEST CHANNEL ON UA-cam!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Cheers Greg

[@bigdavedave9865]

I have never seen anything quite like this. FANTASTIC work (on the car and the filming!).

[@berndschmer5543]

Super Arbeit, der Mann versteht sein Handwerk, Top dargestellt, da macht es Spaß zuzusehen:)

[@andrewstones2921]

It’s great to see you making progress with this, a W123 is a great car and well worth saving. You have inspired me to get a mig welder and get started learning to mig weld myself, I’ll be ordering one soon. Like many of us here in Ireland and indeed the world, I suddenly find myself with lots of time.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

You'll never look back, or regret the investment! A whole world opens up. Don't forget your R-Tech 10% patron discount ;)

[@andrewstones2921]

SOUP . Classic Motoring I wasn’t sure if I should commit straight away to a good quality unit like your R- Tech or just get one from Lidl for now and see how I get on.

[@realnutteruk1]

Lockdown.... Never more grateful for fresh content than now!!! Thank you!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Wish I could bring you more. Thanks

[@Davewagon]

@@soupclassicmotoring Quality takes time, no need to rush. Makes the hit all the stronger!

[@antrax8394]

George, after 9 days of quarantine. nothing comes close to a better way to end the day. Than to watch you turn rust to marvel. thank you very much!! and please keep going on any your projects they're all great. Thanks again =)

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Scurrying around wondering what I'll do after the W123 if we're still not allowed out [and back to the Esprit], but I'll figure something out. Thanks Antrax

[@antrax8394]

@@soupclassicmotoring Im sure youll find something to fix and make great again.

[@xdrmurdochx]

Easily the best video creator of all of UA-cam. Just incredible the amount of work put into these videos. Mind blowing!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks a mil Doc 🤘🏼😎

[@MoorlandMoss]

Just finished watching and like all your other videos I'm blown away by the artistry. Then when it comes to working on the cars, your videos are always inspiring but seeing the detail on making the fuel pump assembly perfect was amazing. Just awe inspiring videos mate.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Want them to be a visual ref for anyone they can help, thanks MM

[@deafinseattle1]

I'm looking stuff up for my w123, and stumbled upon this video. Oh my gosh! I'm a slacker and this is genius.

[@DemonT88]

absolutely brilliant work George. Never used to comment videos but leaving a like feels way short of the appreciation you should get for such an amazing job. Those fuel system parts coming together are a brilliant piece of stop motion magic. keep up the good work, thank you again !

[@soupclassicmotoring]

thanks Diego, kind words that make all the difference :)

[@moldingpro7208]

I came to your channel at the recommendation of your fellow UA-camr - Ronald Finger - what an awesome channel you have here! For the last two weeks I have binge-watched your videos and your channel is supreme. I don't understand why you don't have over a million subscribers. People need to hear about your channel. Great job! I am addicted and in love with your content.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Anyone you can share with who you think will enjoy it, forums, clubs, pals... always welcome and a great help. Thanks for the kind words and all the best :)

[@tyrannyterminator4179]

More patience than a saint to make these videos. Great work!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

My meditation ;) Thanks

[@MrRobinwhatley]

The new springs will take a few miles to bed down to their new height, be warned!
Love the work, your skills have developed so far from the early videos, quite quite inspirational. I'm now off to Patreon to give my support.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thank you! One of the greatest feelings is looking back, not so long ago, and realising how far I've come. I happens quicker than you'd expect... I wish it for anyone who has the inclination.

[@paulbyrne4539]

One of the most rewarding productions I've seen in a long time. Keep up the great work

[@soupclassicmotoring]

:)

[@CraigBuzz]

What a treat! "Souper!" Always the highlight of my youtube viewing, beating all the 1M+ subs vloggers hands down, please don't change a thing, your camera work complimented by great tunes and witty comments are second to none! Keep safe!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Really nice to hear mate, thank you for taking the time, stay safe :)

[@CrashValleyCustoms]

Unreal dedication! I can't even motivate myself to open the garage door!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

but you MUST

[@ricardoskhoury]

Amazing skills and detailed videos. It’s great to see people with such knowledge and passion. I recently bought a 1978 W123 230C, which was decently restored but your video is encouraging me to go a step further and restore more parts. Thanks

[@soupclassicmotoring]

That's awesome, don't hesitate... you'll be glad you got into it :)

[@joeyahoo2438]

Has anyone ever told you how awesome, brilliant, captivating, incredible, well done, excellent, professional, enjoyable, technical, and so much fun to watch your videos are? If not, let be be the first to do so!!!!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Do you have any references? I need to be able to show how credible you are :D

[@nikcodling]

Amazing work! Please don’t ever stop what you do, it’s WONDERFUL! Thought for a second you were leaving that aluminium mesh in there! Love the finish on those rear arms, really smart. Can’t wait to see the next instalment.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

lol no... amazing what you find when you scratch beneath the surface

[@tonycocacola5555]

That's not too low mate, that's a perfect useable drop. Looking forward to seeing the front come down. 😃

[@soupclassicmotoring]

def a bit of relief when I saw it, not as low as I was expecting. Has to settle a little yet though ;)

[@Chris18445]

Great videos. Love the stop motion and the fact you show trial and error as that’s how it works for me too. Look forward to the next one. Thanks for the great content.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Isn't there some saying about learning the most from mistakes... wouldn't be life if I didn't show it. Thanks a mill Chris

[@jabez_kun6243]

One of the best car channels on YT, i watch this when i wake up while eating breakfast and before i sleep to relax my mind 😁 i hope you continue making good videos and get more support!!

[@porleg]

Please tell your friends about these videos , they deserve attention

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Do!

[@JonHammond81]

My goodness, your videos are incredible. How do you not have millions of subscribers yet? You have mine, brilliant work, thank you so much.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thank you so much for the sub :)

[@allstandby]

It's not restoring... You are making the new auto mobile....
It's piece of art.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Do my best! Thanks :)

[@poyakiani7883]

man, how could i not find this channel?? this is a whole new level!!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Hope you stick around :)

[@jamesgoodwin2450]

Always a great pleasure to watch and to listen to your own unique take on the world

[@soupclassicmotoring]

I'm not to be trusted at all James 😅

[@seanbedolla1521]

ive always wanted to see stop motion auto repair. the Benz is such a bonus

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Lot's of other episodes too :) Thanks

[@TheHumanFro1092]

I absolutely love these videos. I'm currently messing around with a C126, and as a 28 year old without mechanical training learning how to strip and restore and old Mercedes, I find your videos invaluable. Thank you so much!!

[@badrabbitproduction]

Amazing video, amazing editing, amazing info on how to build classic benzes, and a little comedian. Subscribed.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks for the sub and for the kind words :)

[@johnkilo3]

I always love the rust repair videos because it helps me work up the courage to tackle it on my car (which is coming soon). Another great video as always.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad to help and good luck with it :)

[@deepestdub]

Incredible difference with that new welder George. There'll be no stopping you now!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Getting better with it every day. Still trying to be more patient with setup.

[@jamesvincent758]

Not often that the video and the restoration are completed to the same high standard. Great work George.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Nice sentiment mate, thank you :)

[@dave1secondago]

man your vids are freaking awesome thanx for cheering me up whilst in lock down in the uk

[@soupclassicmotoring]

same here, glad to work from home. Stay safe!

[@jonjessen]

I Will be out under the transit, first thing in the morning. Thank you for the motivation!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

YES! Good luck with it

[@kelboization]

Brilliant episode George. The assembly of the fuel system was stunning.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks. It'll be that much better next time :)

[@youremostwelcome]

After such a long time of watching your vids, I've just rolled a '71 Alfa Romeo 1300 GT Junior off a trailer, into my shed. A few days of fettling has got her running, with rebuilt carbs and a refreshed fuel system. This timely video has given me the gumption required to address the real issue though: the rust. Out to the shed I go...

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Oh what a choice!! That's a car with soul. Well may it wear, and take the rust a bit at a time, it'll get easier and easier. Cheers :)

[@commited84]

Still the best content on UA-cam. Keep at it George, first spin isn't too far away!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Just a virus away 🎶

[@matmul4850]

Just keep doing what your doing and this channel will surely explode. I'm so glad I found it relatively early on. Top stuff 👍👍

[@soupclassicmotoring]

I'm hiding behind the sofa, waiting for the blast :D Thanks Mat

[@matmul4850]

@@soupclassicmotoring 😂😂 maybe I could have worded my comment better 🤣🤣

[@eoingriffin11]

Good man, George, you have the patience of a saint. Loving the series.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

If YT has taught me anything, it's that my superhero powers are waiting and voice ;D

[@sibealnicginnea7023]

I just love watching these videos!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad, thank you :)

[@paultaylor9652]

Lovely Jubbly, such patience, this chap must have someone watching over him.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

I think so :)

[@lesiharosy1150]

Agree with all of the positive comments. Always look forward to your updates. Best production I've seen on the restoration process. Will certainly keep following as long as you keep updating on your projects. Cheers.

[@petemessenger9514]

Excellent standard of work and attention to detail.. and the rear ride height is perfect!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

It's looking good isn't it. Can't wait to get the front springs in ;) Thanks Pete

[@jmoakey]

Fantastic job George. I watch your patreon videos and sometimes think you're procrastinating, I know the weather's been crap but why's it taking you so long?! BUT...then you put out the full episode and all is revealed! This stop motion is sooo good and it must take you ages!!! I bow down to you! Now, keep using the gas welder - no more pigeon poop welding!!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Conscious of it all the time when I'm doing the patron updates, I know it always looks like I've done nothing. It's non stop, just massively slow and time consuming. Put it this way; I produced the first say 20 episodes using two storage cards, 32GB each. I had to get creative to be able to keep filming for this episode, having filled 6 of those cards and still things to cover. I'd say yee of little faith, but I know you have it ;) Thanks for sticking around Jon 🍻

[@jmoakey]

@@soupclassicmotoring You don't need to worry about that George. We all know that you work bloody hard and you're out there in all weathers! The end results are fantastic and very satisfying! Has the field dried out? I'm wondering if you're still planning on getting the container on to the paddock? Do you remember the first workshop where you started the Range Rover? You had the classic 'Athena' Syd Brak poster on the wall...where did you find it?? They are hard to come by now!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

@@jmoakey The container, is a no go until July earliest what with all this that's going on. The phrase they used was 'sh*t show'. It's thrown all my plans and schedules out the window. The Syd Brak... you can say that again, I've looked on and off for years because my pals made a mess of my one when I was a teenager. It was my older cousins before me, so it's been in the family from new, lol. Back in storage now until I build my forever workshop.

[@andrewwhittaker2613]

I totally agree. I have watched the Range Rover rebuild countless times. This MB rebuild is fantastic to watch. Keep up with the great work.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Hopefully the full W123 film will be as rewarding as the Range Rover one. Thanks a mill :)

[@RetroUkko]

Editing level of your videos are in godmode. I enjoy watching MB restoration. Always!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

I always try select godmode, but it's a bit temperamental ;) Thanks

[@christiangismondi8543]

Legit the best detailed videos on UA-cam!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Detail is what I was going for, thanks Christian

[@RussianSpaceman]

i don't understand why this channel only have 50k subs... youtubes hidden gem

[@soupclassicmotoring]

All good, always growing and great support. Thanks Anton

[@alibongo1028]

I could watch this all night, inspired 😎

[@soupclassicmotoring]

will bring more soon as I can :)

[@laurieross-fenty8517]

I know these videos take an age to film and edit... but they are SOOOOO good to watch! You’re doing a great job.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad to know they're appreciated, just sorry I can't make them faster. Thanks :)

[@maxmoughal5183]

One of your best videos yet mate, the stop motion in this one was just so on point, such a joy to watch. In these difficult times as a single guy living alone recovering from sickness my mental health is really suffering and i cant tell you how much these little snippets of joy mean to me, thank you George xxx

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad it's of some help man, keep the spirits up it's tough especially at the moment. Will bring more soon as I can :)

[@MegaKei1]

I've been following your work for about 8 months now. Your channel is sadly underrated. You deserve more subscribers and viewers. I love how mesmerizing your stop-go content is and how relatable your work is. It's not ICON- or Singer-level restoration, it's a down to earth, attainable for 99% of people, kind of work. Thank you for sharing your work with us. Keep the content coming!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks for the kind words Aleks, and for sticking around :) I'm not motivated as much by huge numbers as I am for the love of the cars and the support from my patrons, and of course the will to learn and develop skills. It's growing all the time and one of these days I'll have enough to build a shop where I can really concentrate on making the episodes as good as possible. Stay safe and thank again, great words.

[@heinzkot360]

there will be a point in your life, your channel will blow up ... i REALLY like your content much !!! Well done !

[@billybobjoe198]

I die a little inside every day you don't post an Esprit video.

[@MrMontychops]

Mesmerically mesmeric to watch & listen to. Off for big ZZZ’s now . . . .

[@soupclassicmotoring]

sleep well ;)

[@billyblack3604]

You are not just a master fabricator, you are a master animator! These dates are so awesome to watch!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad you think so and thanks :)

[@NemoConsequentae]

Horay! Fresh SOUP! Looking good there. Just getting better & better every time, George.
Love the new front bucket seat at 20:02!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

lol I never twigged the bucket seat angle, comedy for miles

[@driftboi3989]

I'm glad I found this channel before 👌

[@shize9ine]

The fact soup's videos have any dislikes is astounding to me. The sheer amount of editing that goes in this blows my mind.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Thanks man

[@motoafro1]

absolutely beautiful, such an immersive cinematic experience, this goes so far beyond being merely a car resto video, thank-you once again.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Glad you enjoyed it, and thank you :)

[@lecombattantbr]

Oh man. Since I got to this episode a few weeks back I couldn't get around your channel without watching every single episode. Not only you provide a great content but also a very artistic approach. I love the content and the cars that you are restoring. Hopefully we will see more of the land rover! Thanks for the great work. Keep it up

[@dmdm8018]

Love this channel. The amount of time it takes to video and edit and narrate with great voice. Love the content. Grew up around this cars and is just great to see your restore. Thank you. I hope to pledge to your cause.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Lovely words, thank you. Hope you get another spin in one sometime.

[@novak4142]

The best movie I have watched recently! Keep making it, so relaxing watching you! Beautiful Merc W123

[@soupclassicmotoring]

The car will get there eventually. I just have to learn to spray first ;) Thanks Novak

[@alikani1st]

Thanks to these special times quarantine time I watched all the episodes from 1 to 57. You got me hooked up. keep up the good work.

[@mewtoo790]

Loving your content!, I myself am a mechanic and sealing the diff up before putting the axles in made my day, absolutely brilliant bud

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Hahaha deadly, thanks man

[@barriecole2488]

Thank you George you really do go above and beyond to bring such a delight to our viewing pleasure

[@JeremiBulakowski]

I hope the next episode will be about taking off these chrome wheel arches, then it'll be perfect in this petrol colour. Looks really sweet with this 'not too low' stance.

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Hope so too ;) Thanks

[@zolbad]

Best Editing ive seen on youtube yet

[@blahblahblahblah2837]

WOW that is a lot of work. Love the effort on the sill patches. I recently did my own and it's not fun, especially removing all the old paint and undercoat before getting started!

[@jensenhealey907efi]

George, you do amazing work on the car and the photography is a joy to watch! You re true artist.

[@pedroaguilar1481]

your videos are the best, PLEASE KEEP FILMING THIS RESTORATION !!!! PLEASEEEE!!! lol

[@jonasjohannes1158]

Great work. Much respect from Germany

[@jf0314]

Just found you in my suggestions list. Love your cinematography, great music and fantastic commentary!

[@soupclassicmotoring]

Good to know it's popping up here and there :) Thanks a mill for dropping a comment