Thanks everyone for your continued support with the channel. I’m absolutely loving the journey. I’ve got a new series dropping soon that I know you’re going to love 💯 #ONIT
@@MatysGames thanks mucker if he was unsure weather he was still operating from their as i seen a video that he was closing it but i do appreciate the response thankyou
Not finished the video yet but how you just casually dropped in hoping the ambulance patient is OK was awesome. It wasn't said for likes or views or or for this comment but just you as a genuine nice guy. Awesome man.
Its not leather, its Artico. Its just plastic. It dries out and cracks. My A45 did the same. Thats a pre-facelift and so the one with the most issues. Mostly the DCT gearbox which likes to lunch itself.
This guys smart. Literally has the guy recorded on camera saying theres nothing wrong with it. Then if there is something wrong with it, then boom! Hes done.
It’s interesting. Many people will hide things or slightly misdescribe a car. Asked Calvin’s direct question, if he knows that X is broken, there’ll be a “tell” on many people.
Nice looking cars but as soon as I see one the first thought that comes to mind is that it's been absolutely thrashed.... Looking forward to seeing it tidied up and a new home.
ye i have one and spent a while looking for a stock one with transmission service and generally looked after. no way would i get a mapped one or one with the chavy aero kit
Very nice car for the mileage. Those hand-built A45 engines are pretty much bulletproof due to the rigorous testing they go through, so it should be good for a load more miles yet 👍😊
Just joined the channel , love this guy , a real down to earth genuine car trader with a lovely way about him and giving cars away what a legend !! Great channel
Oh man! What a giveaway! The ultimate hyper hatch imo 🔥🔥🔥 lovely car. You can tell Calvin has such a passion for literally any car, he’s out in a lovely merc and he points out a micra and a talbot! Now that’s humble and genuine !!! 👍🏻
Need to be careful with the gearboxes on these, I had one were the gearbox would grind when put in reverse, however it only done it when it was cold, if you are looking at getting one make sure you check when the car is cold
Sounds like it has the performance exhaust and has the tips with the slot in the middle which usually comes with the performance exhaust but not listed on the options list 🤷🏻♂️ also the upgraded gear knob comes with the performance steering wheel option with alcantara
he had that carly thing you plug in but you would want a professional one like the garages use. not sure how long they take to read the ECU though but I would think that would be a must in this game
How are people saying it was a great video when the video is 26 minutes long and its only been live for 12 minutes. Anyway, great video as usual Calvin!
@@euanscotland no it doesn't hahaha you retard, the video is uploaded at a certain time for everyone so you don't see it an hour later if you're in france. melon
You should check the wastage rattle flapper it’s common to go on them which would loose heaps of power very common when fixed response would be better than new
Used car warranties even from main dealers can be very restrictive, Audi being one of them. Brakes plus AC NOT normally covered and sometimes bad touch up resprays common on front bumpers especially if ex lease or fleet cars. A45 a nice car but aero kit a bit boy racer looking and it's a pity Mercedes didn't do wider arches for a more aggressive look with a better front bumper and nicer rear spoiler add on. I do like the grey colour and the alloys but grey or black calipers would have looked better. A45 service costs are huge with a major service at around £1000. A45's shout look at me where as Audi RS3 more stealthy.
No AMG sports exhaust, No Alcantara steering wheel but it does have heated seats! - Make sure the Service B had been done probably twice with that mileage as when I bought mine they said it had been serviced but just basic oil and filters no Gearbox/Diff service! - silly me.
Unless you’re buying a car with warranty (if it’s worth the paper it’s written on) or there is a money back guarantee incase of failures etc. then fair enough, if you’re buying private/ trade to trade… then you’re on your own - do your own checks no matter what don’t depend on a seller who stands to make a gain on selling you the vehicle.
@@t8506 request the dealer to give you the fine print/ terms and conditions of the warranty, most warranty companies will do everything in their power to blame you for an issue instead of covering it themselves.
Calvin you did Faisal dirty, you made the video feel like Faisal sold you a lemon, I was waiting all video for the car to break down and you playing that clip where he says there’s nothing wrong with the car.
Nice car but cant believe the wear to the seat door card and armrest for a 9yr old merc. Would love that car but with black seat belts and black air vents etc...the red is awful. Doesnt suit it.
@@Neil2022 if the owner decided not to go through his insurance and also insurance companies aren't obliged to record any accidents or repairs on Miaftr database which the likes of car vertical get information from, 80,000 vehicles a year written off aren't recorded.
I was desperate for a car brought a corsa the guy in the garage said there was nothing wrong with it wouldn’t let me test drive it he took me for a spin seemed ok and he made me sign a disclaimer on the way home it dangerously pulled right when braking abs was broke costing 450£ and back door wouldn’t lock headlight out surely with a brand new mot these should of been picked up?
“Is there anything I should know about, about this car”? Calvin, that is a great bit of human psychology right there! If someone is a liar, they are a liar…that is great outlook on life!!!! 😜
i bought a vw sold as seen which itest drove and was impressed with . what I was not told was it needed a new engine and catalytic convertor to pass the mot. i should have sued him for selling me a potential fire hazard. hope this works out for ya.
Jeeze calv are u wanted?😂😂😂 kept getting all jittery when u heard sirens... the app for car dealers looks brilliant as well must have took a lot of time and money to create
do you deal with motorbikes? or thought about it? or do you know any reliable, honest dealers that sell bikes? with summer round the corner I'm going to have to treat myself. religiously watch your videos and have for at least 3+ years . great stuff
You say eneterreg is for the trade, but surely Binca is too right? I bought from Binca and had to sign it was no comeback, so that’s not what I’d call retail. What have I misunderstood?
Got a Audi A6 2015 from dealer in Derby, the car needs a new steering rack, went to Audi and that's what they said, I let the dealer know, show him the video from Audi, and he said that he's not gonna pay 3k to repair it. Told him I will take him to the court and now he is gonna fix it.
That's in Wembley and the exact place i've got my V60 from :)))) Fucking small world, innit?! They gave me only 1 key and that was the actual fob WITHOUT the phisical emergency key in case you ran out of battery.
A like the gla45 as it's a little bigger as am a family man am in two minds weather or not to get the gla45 or the Audi sq5 currently have a seat atteca fr but a little slow for my liking when out on my own without the kids so am on the hunt for a trade in
I just scammed buying my car spent my last money on it drove down the road after doing a deal he said nothing wrong with it 5 mins down the road over heats then get on the motorway turbo goes tried to get hold of the guy deleted his account now I’m stuck with it
I’ve never understood how Mercedes have got away with claiming their seats are leather, I’ve owned two and both claimed to be leather but it’s not it’s plastic, but no one ever questions it ? Master stroke from merc I suppose 😂
I used to be in the furniture trade . It’s called bonded hide. The top surface is a mixture of ground leather upholstery off cuts and PVC . It’s allowed to be called leather as there is a leather content. The top surface becomes brittle due to use , conditions etc. it cracks and exposes the white base cloth. It’s not repairable and has to be replaced. I can’t believe a quality manufacturer would use bonded hide as durability is so poor. Penny pinching as usual.
Thanks everyone for your continued support with the channel. I’m absolutely loving the journey. I’ve got a new series dropping soon that I know you’re going to love 💯 #ONIT
the car on the drive at 20:20 ish was a Fiat 126 I have one myself currently undergoing restoration :)
Calvin really need to speak with you regarding my s3 in limbo with it mate how do i contact you directly
@@scouseauditzz I’m guessing the best bet is probably to call Binca and ask for Calvin specifically
@@MatysGames thanks mucker if he was unsure weather he was still operating from their as i seen a video that he was closing it but i do appreciate the response thankyou
Great to hear from you
Not finished the video yet but how you just casually dropped in hoping the ambulance patient is OK was awesome. It wasn't said for likes or views or or for this comment but just you as a genuine nice guy. Awesome man.
Its not leather, its Artico. Its just plastic. It dries out and cracks. My A45 did the same. Thats a pre-facelift and so the one with the most issues. Mostly the DCT gearbox which likes to lunch itself.
Facelift has more issues with gearbox
This guys smart. Literally has the guy recorded on camera saying theres nothing wrong with it. Then if there is something wrong with it, then boom! Hes done.
It’s interesting. Many people will hide things or slightly misdescribe a car. Asked Calvin’s direct question, if he knows that X is broken, there’ll be a “tell” on many people.
Nah sold as seen mean u bought it you keep it 😂
I don’t think he recorded him for that 😂 Sold as seen
Nah doesn't work like that
Wouldn't be worth shit in court
I have an A45 AMG and it is one of the best cars I have ever owned as is so blinking quick with the 4Matic system.
That was a focus ST, the new one has the current fiesta ST styling… that’s why you thought it was massive!
Nice looking cars but as soon as I see one the first thought that comes to mind is that it's been absolutely thrashed.... Looking forward to seeing it tidied up and a new home.
ye i have one and spent a while looking for a stock one with transmission service and generally looked after. no way would i get a mapped one or one with the chavy aero kit
@@denaco they look shocking without the aero kit, that's what makes them look decent..
@@bradleysutherland28 i like the understated look though. too garish with the wing for me. plus in my 30s now so not wanting the boy racer look.
12.7k, so much car for the money. Nice one Calvin for putting it on POD, someone is going to win a cracking car!
Not often people come across as genuinely nice on UA-cam but Calvin seems like a proper sound bloke.
Calvin you are a proper grafter the effort you put into your business and channel is unbelievable 👏
Very nice car for the mileage. Those hand-built A45 engines are pretty much bulletproof due to the rigorous testing they go through, so it should be good for a load more miles yet 👍😊
My friends blew up, he did have a blocker in though
Just joined the channel , love this guy , a real down to earth genuine car trader with a lovely way about him and giving cars away what a legend !! Great channel
Welcome to the channel sir 🫡
@@CalvinsCarDiary thanks buddy really appreciate it , your a natural in front of the camera , very entertaining, wish you and your team great success
Oh man! What a giveaway! The ultimate hyper hatch imo 🔥🔥🔥 lovely car. You can tell Calvin has such a passion for literally any car, he’s out in a lovely merc and he points out a micra and a talbot! Now that’s humble and genuine !!! 👍🏻
Need to be careful with the gearboxes on these, I had one were the gearbox would grind when put in reverse, however it only done it when it was cold, if you are looking at getting one make sure you check when the car is cold
Thinner oil and/or moly additive 👍
On a 14 reg it's 355bhp 375 didn't come until 2016 I believe
Sounds like it has the performance exhaust and has the tips with the slot in the middle which usually comes with the performance exhaust but not listed on the options list 🤷🏻♂️ also the upgraded gear knob comes with the performance steering wheel option with alcantara
Calvin, do you not have a OBD Scanner tool? Plug in Scan & see if it is Seat Belt Tensioner, or any other Nasties appear.
Top video Big up.
he had that carly thing you plug in but you would want a professional one like the garages use. not sure how long they take to read the ECU though but I would think that would be a must in this game
Looks a tidy one for the mileage! Always liked these little beasts. Great content as always Calv!
My Sunday night just got a lot better! Cheers Cal, looking forward to watching this
How are people saying it was a great video when the video is 26 minutes long and its only been live for 12 minutes. Anyway, great video as usual Calvin!
Depends what time zone you are in..... what time is it in dickhead land ?
@@euanscotland no it doesn't hahaha you retard, the video is uploaded at a certain time for everyone so you don't see it an hour later if you're in france. melon
Bots
Tbf i always watch videos in 1.5x these days which still wouldnt do the full video in 12 mins 🤣🤣
😂😂😂😂
When a asian guy says nothing wrong with it…. It means everything is wrong with it
You should check the wastage rattle flapper it’s common to go on them which would loose heaps of power very common when fixed response would be better than new
15:23 the door is broken, doesn’t stop the music like other cars 🫣😬
There are so many ambulances driving up and down the road because Northwick Park Hospital is at the top of the road. Nice review btw.
The A45 sounds so much better than the new A35. It’s as if Mercedes sanitised it in my opinion.
Give me an A45 over an A35 any day of the week !
Used car warranties even from main dealers can be very restrictive, Audi being one of them. Brakes plus AC NOT normally covered and sometimes bad touch up resprays common on front bumpers especially if ex lease or fleet cars. A45 a nice car but aero kit a bit boy racer looking and it's a pity Mercedes didn't do wider arches for a more aggressive look with a better front bumper and nicer rear spoiler add on. I do like the grey colour and the alloys but grey or black calipers would have looked better. A45 service costs are huge with a major service at around £1000.
A45's shout look at me where as Audi RS3 more stealthy.
No AMG sports exhaust, No Alcantara steering wheel but it does have heated seats! - Make sure the Service B had been done probably twice with that mileage as when I bought mine they said it had been serviced but just basic oil and filters no Gearbox/Diff service! - silly me.
Unless you’re buying a car with warranty (if it’s worth the paper it’s written on) or there is a money back guarantee incase of failures etc. then fair enough, if you’re buying private/ trade to trade… then you’re on your own - do your own checks no matter what don’t depend on a seller who stands to make a gain on selling you the vehicle.
how do you check if the warranty is worth it
@@t8506 request the dealer to give you the fine print/ terms and conditions of the warranty, most warranty companies will do everything in their power to blame you for an issue instead of covering it themselves.
Calvin you did Faisal dirty, you made the video feel like Faisal sold you a lemon, I was waiting all video for the car to break down and you playing that clip where he says there’s nothing wrong with the car.
I know the dealership they sell very under price cars I’m sure there is something wrong with most of them
Nice car but cant believe the wear to the seat door card and armrest for a 9yr old merc.
Would love that car but with black seat belts and black air vents etc...the red is awful. Doesnt suit it.
Just remember if a car has been in an accident and repaired but not recorded, it won't show on car vertical.
@@Neil2022not everyone wants to claim through the insurance
Some do 👍
@@Neil2022 if the owner decided not to go through his insurance and also insurance companies aren't obliged to record any accidents or repairs on Miaftr database which the likes of car vertical get information from, 80,000 vehicles a year written off aren't recorded.
Fiat 126... you asked about that classic on that drive...600cc and I think they go upto 800cc off the top of my head
Still unknown..
Double check the body kit see if it's stamped on inside each bumper and skirts boot spoiler and back bumper different grey or new paint
I believe the ford was the new Ford focus st looking at the lights, looks like a good car, 2.5 engine same as the rs but tuned to 280 instead of 320.
Someone's had the steering wheel airbag out, can see they've punctured the holes at 22:40
first video i have watched from this fella, proper good video🔥got himself another subscriber.
Crazy how the leather is so damaged on a new car. My 1998 323i is immaculate with no cracks.
I was desperate for a car brought a corsa the guy in the garage said there was nothing wrong with it wouldn’t let me test drive it he took me for a spin seemed ok and he made me sign a disclaimer on the way home it dangerously pulled right when braking abs was broke costing 450£ and back door wouldn’t lock headlight out surely with a brand new mot these should of been picked up?
Thanks Calvin.I enjoyed your video.I think when I return to the UK in a few years.I will come a get a car from you.
A45's are rapid little things and bloody good cars too! Would love one!
The stock exhausts on these cars are insanely loud, I had the exact same reaction in my mates A45, couldn't believe that it was factory.
This is the pre facelift car with 355bhp. The later facelift had 376bhp.
Hiya Calvin great great video good to see you in London/Wembley am from Harrow so you pass my house in your video, nice AMG 😀👍🤛🏿
“Is there anything I should know about, about this car”? Calvin, that is a great bit of human psychology right there! If someone is a liar, they are a liar…that is great outlook on life!!!! 😜
i bought a vw sold as seen which itest drove and was impressed with . what I was not told was it needed a new engine and catalytic convertor to pass the mot. i should have sued him for selling me a potential fire hazard. hope this works out for ya.
Planet of dreams is massive….great work Calvin & the team 👍🏻
Money for old rope
I think where you got the car from is like 2 minutes from Northwick Park Hospital, probably why there’s so many ambo’s!! Great vid tho!
personally think all dealers should Provide free HPI check you are a business you should do all checks buyers just come in choose and drive away
All dealers do HPI checks. You can just ask then for a copy & theyd happily provide it if you buy it
It’s illegal for dealers not to
It not illegal not to it's just stupid
Another great upload Jet wash Calvin! lots of good vibes coming back to the motor trade from you buddy doing us all good, cheers.
I just had to become a dream catcher after watching this, the giveaways are amazing calvin 👌🏻 I spend more than a tenner a week on greggs 😂
Thanks for supporting mate 🙏🏼🙌
Jeeze calv are u wanted?😂😂😂 kept getting all jittery when u heard sirens... the app for car dealers looks brilliant as well must have took a lot of time and money to create
Had me creasing 😅 when he Said I got to go with the police 🚨 in the background
Same 😂😂
Love your videos calvin they are top quality viewing !!!! toddington services is a dump tho it stinks haha (hgv driver here) !!
That going to be on your gravestone Calv “I need to get myself a car” 🤣🤣🤣
Calv that was a Focus ST hence why you got confused about the size😂😂 Fiestas have grown but not that much😂
The gear knob and some other styling stuff changes pn the 2015> on models i had a 14reg one myself. Plus the 14 was 361bhp the 15s where up to 376bhp
Think the gear knob was updated 2015/16 on the facelift
Pre face so 355bhp. The other gear knob you mention is on the face lift cars👌🏻
That area is always poping off,Nice video Cal 👌
Love that you put really interesting cool cars on planet of dreams
Great vid love your channel. what hpi check do you use to check the spec i want to use it for my mercedes
This brother is a natural Top Gear Presenter 👍🏽
do you deal with motorbikes? or thought about it? or do you know any reliable, honest dealers that sell bikes? with summer round the corner I'm going to have to treat myself. religiously watch your videos and have for at least 3+ years . great stuff
Nice are going to map the AMG before Pod bud 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Be interested to see how you sort out the cracked upholstery , that would leave me stumped. Good vid.
Great video Calv as always 👌🏻👍🏻
You say eneterreg is for the trade, but surely Binca is too right? I bought from Binca and had to sign it was no comeback, so that’s not what I’d call retail. What have I misunderstood?
All true but I think there is a separate Binca Retail co.
@@bikeman123 not when I bought my car
You are to generous someone is going to be so blessed to win this ✅top man Cal
Car vertical...best thing ever!!!
Lots of Ambulances as Northwick Park Hospital is up the road.
Nice vid as always but what vest is that u got on 😂
Might get one for myself
Funniest thing is you train in the gym but you can’t use a pressure washer 😂😂😂 quality jokes
Hi mileage bud? My 2012 f10 535d has 147k on it it's how you look after it that matters Calvin 😮
Had same air bag light on my cla ,common issue,seat belt buckle 😊
Which company can I use to include a hpi check but get a list of extras and cost of them?
Same question. Thanks
Got a Audi A6 2015 from dealer in Derby, the car needs a new steering rack, went to Audi and that's what they said, I let the dealer know, show him the video from Audi, and he said that he's not gonna pay 3k to repair it. Told him I will take him to the court and now he is gonna fix it.
Calvin great vid please let us no what the airbag issue is .?...
You are always giving :) top man Calvin
Ambulance, police dont forget you're in Wembley 😅😅😅
How can a second hand car dealer know if a car has had a stage 1 remap? Even a tuner would have to some investigation to see if it had
14:20 erm it’s a focus Calvin 😂😂
You work hard bro thanks to another great video
Be interesting how you sort cracked leather on armrest . Mines done same
The c63 v8 engine should be wicked in this AMG A45 ....... 😊
That's in Wembley and the exact place i've got my V60 from :)))) Fucking small world, innit?! They gave me only 1 key and that was the actual fob WITHOUT the phisical emergency key in case you ran out of battery.
Orange car on drive Way Is Fiat 126p which often is named as Maluch 😀
I just had a dream I bought a brand new Merc Cal
This is in Sudbury. Parking can be a trouble there 😂
A like the gla45 as it's a little bigger as am a family man am in two minds weather or not to get the gla45 or the Audi sq5 currently have a seat atteca fr but a little slow for my liking when out on my own without the kids so am on the hunt for a trade in
There was a spoiler for this in Ricky’s video there the other day!
I did notice that yh I thought it gotta be German/hot hatch 😂
seriously you are not putting that on planet of dreams omg dream car...
I just scammed buying my car spent my last money on it drove down the road after doing a deal he said nothing wrong with it 5 mins down the road over heats then get on the motorway turbo goes tried to get hold of the guy deleted his account now I’m stuck with it
Thats sad, where was it advertised?
Orange car on the drive in London is a Fiat 126 😁 652cc 2cyl 😂
Loool Sudbury town. Bought my car from there a while ago!
Whst you using to check the specs on the car?
do not think thats leather calvin,more like pleather.
I’ve never understood how Mercedes have got away with claiming their seats are leather, I’ve owned two and both claimed to be leather but it’s not it’s plastic, but no one ever questions it ? Master stroke from merc I suppose 😂
I used to be in the furniture trade . It’s called bonded hide. The top surface is a mixture of ground leather upholstery off cuts and PVC . It’s allowed to be called leather as there is a leather content.
The top surface becomes brittle due to use , conditions etc. it cracks and exposes the white base cloth. It’s not repairable and has to be replaced.
I can’t believe a quality manufacturer would use bonded hide as durability is so poor. Penny pinching as usual.
@@simoncullen7960 Never knew that 👍
That little Orange car on the drive was a Fiat 126 👍🏽😂
If it has a sunroof it's a DE VILLE model. If it doesn't then it's a base model. I used to sell them new in 1979.
Love to see how u fix that airbag light,, have same on my merc
It's the airbag seat sensor i had the same on mine.
@@TheLondonCarScene - how do you fix it
@Luke James-H22 have to replace the sensor in the seat or I think you can find a connection that overrides it on ebay but wouldn't recommend that 🤣