Can We Make Our Ugly Car Cool On A Budget?

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  • How much better will our ugly £1200 Volkwagen Beetle look if we buy cheap mods from eBay, Amazon and Facebook marketplace with a tight budget? It will be a challenge but can it finally be cool?
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  • @JonathanRodriguez-dz6gn
    @JonathanRodriguez-dz6gn ปีที่แล้ว +1429

    I hate how un ironically good it looks now

    • @xdeep23
      @xdeep23 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      litrerally thinking the same! I hate that i actually think it looks pretty decent xD

    • @bentennyson2398
      @bentennyson2398 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Shhhh you spoiled it 😂

    • @Feku13
      @Feku13 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Ive just watched the video and I hate to say it but It really doesn't look all that bad tbh 😂😂

    • @adgtesfgghee2143
      @adgtesfgghee2143 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      troll

    • @bentennyson2398
      @bentennyson2398 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@Feku13 I can't hear you la la la 😂

  • @slammed66
    @slammed66 ปีที่แล้ว +383

    Two things;
    First: that actually looks really good. Some sort of racing livery would make the red/silver look intentional.
    Second: can we all just take a minute to appreciate Jack and Ethan. Despite liking alex aswell, I think I have to say that these two guys are the real MVPs. Great work fellas 👏

  • @mt0678
    @mt0678 ปีที่แล้ว +354

    Ethan's painting abilities are top notch

  • @The_Mini_Seb
    @The_Mini_Seb ปีที่แล้ว +514

    I love how Edwin's getting involved, WE NEED MORE OF HIM!!!

    • @LiamEvans
      @LiamEvans ปีที่แล้ว +35

      Controversial but I think Edwin is working better than Alex was. I feel like this is the James replacing Jason on Top Gear

    • @lettuce984
      @lettuce984 ปีที่แล้ว +19

      @seb Harnett I personally prefer Jack and Edwin as a duo rather than Jack And Ethan tbh

    • @davidparsons97
      @davidparsons97 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      ​@lettuce984 Still need Ethan for comedy value though.

    • @Gamerandcoder
      @Gamerandcoder ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Alex was good with Jack and Ethan and its becoming the same for Edwin with Jack and Ethan aswell.

    • @HendrickT-bi4iw
      @HendrickT-bi4iw ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Was thinking the same while watching this. Jack and Ethan are good together but they seem more relaxed when there's a 3rd. Edwin seems natural on camera and would be a good addition.

  • @niklaswejedal463
    @niklaswejedal463 ปีที่แล้ว +183

    Just getting rid of those silly eye-lids was a masive improvement - end result looks much better than how it started out, but I think there is still room for further improvements.

  • @lucasrustt
    @lucasrustt ปีที่แล้ว +64

    Is crazy how wheels and lowering a car can make such a difference

  • @nicolan97
    @nicolan97 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    The splash transition at 13:18 👌

  • @ItsDanLatham
    @ItsDanLatham ปีที่แล้ว +31

    I was mortified at every turn, but then saw the finished product, and actually, having never seen one of these decked before.... it works 😂 Also, more Edwin please! He works really well alongside the other boys, especially in the absence of Alex.

  • @itzonlylee4300
    @itzonlylee4300 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    You need to put a big dirty twin centre exit exhaust on it now. Honestly doesn't look too bad now though. Good job guys. Nice to see Edwin has joined in this video too, he seems a cool guy

  • @olivercar3429
    @olivercar3429 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I think keep the color, it's sort of a trade mark at this point. I bet it gets looks of disbelief or puts a smile on people's faces. Definitely the latter for me. Would love to see a DIY detail on it, perhaps an exhaust and eBay turbo down the line 😄

  • @karlj1717
    @karlj1717 ปีที่แล้ว +27

    Surprisingly it looks loads better, awesome video nice to see Edwin getting in on the action.

  • @MarcosCodas
    @MarcosCodas ปีที่แล้ว +180

    I was really hoping you’d Darth Vader it and wrap it all in black. I think that’s the logical next step. And a 100 quid turbo.

    • @neilstandish455
      @neilstandish455 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Really 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

    • @antontaylor4530
      @antontaylor4530 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      I read that those 2.0 8v engines can be pushed quite far, they're stout. Would be a very interesting build!

    • @quartzcyanis
      @quartzcyanis ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@antontaylor4530 yeah id love a beetle with that engine, its dead simple sohc, 8v, mpi, no vvt or direct injectors to fail

    • @MarcosCodas
      @MarcosCodas ปีที่แล้ว

      @@antontaylor4530 They're not bad, yeah.

    • @markbebawy6370
      @markbebawy6370 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Was looking for this comment. Blacked out with the yellow lights and those wheels 😍

  • @nyneg_
    @nyneg_ ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Noone talking about the clean transition at 13:18??

  • @MrWobble666
    @MrWobble666 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Yes. That's a big improvement. Lowering always looks cool, no matter how it rides (always was the same with classic Beetles too). The front lip is subtle, and helps visually lower it at the front. Spoiler - there is a smaller spoiler available that I think looks less boy racer and still works well. The wheels do look good with the lowering, and even the colour works with the colour of the wings and bumpers. As you say, it looks like it was a more thought out look. Removing those headlight eyebrows was a good move. The LED's work on the Beetle as they are a bit of fun, and the Beetle is a fun car. The only mod I don't like is making the headlights yellow. For about £50 to £60 you could install brighter and whiter headlight bulbs (Philips and Osram make some good ones), LED white side light bulbs, LED number plate lights, reverse lights, and interior light. It's amazing how those brighter and whiter bulbs make the car look that little bit better, and much better to drive at night. Try it as a simple cheap comparison video.

  • @chrismcclintock6417
    @chrismcclintock6417 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Love it guys, need more content with you two 👌🏻🚗

  • @squeakers27
    @squeakers27 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I was worried you guys were gonna ruin it but it actually looks good, the wheels really help make the difference.

  • @benknights1378
    @benknights1378 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    I think you need to take this Modern Beetle to a Classic Volkswagen Beetle & Bus meet-up, and try to 'Blend in'. Would be great to see the public's reaction.

  • @mksb1995
    @mksb1995 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    It actually looks quite nice! Now do the inside? Audio, headliner, gti seats?

  • @dave41184
    @dave41184 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    For a small budget this actually looks ok. Definitely more working on cars vids needed (and weekly postings!), and get Edwin involved more too!

  • @jamescresswell1532
    @jamescresswell1532 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    You’ve definitely improved it. I think I’d now not notice it driving past, whilst beforehand I’d have judged it!

  • @thechojiin
    @thechojiin ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had one of these in blue, someone had smoked a million cigs in it previously and it would give me a headache driving it. I eventually got rid of the smell, lowered it, put a big set of wheels on it and 2 spoilers on the rear. One where yours is, from time to time and one at the top of the back window. I thought it looked alright for what it was but it was one of the most unreliable pos I ever owned (apart from an MGF) which was much worse tbf. An ex girlfriend did a runner with it and when she finally handed it back...let's say she hadn't improved it. Traded it in for a Honda accord type S as the turbo had blown on it (it was a diesel). Well I'm glad I got that off my chest. Great video and keep up the good work lads 👍🏼

  • @DriftMunKy
    @DriftMunKy ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That car looks so much better. Love the Vids gents........
    Anyone else REALLY impressed with that "Puddle, old car, fixed car transition"..... it looked super cool

  • @RebelDrifter
    @RebelDrifter ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Really funny... I have NEVER had ANY problems with MaxPeedingRods Coilovers... And I have used I think 3 or 4 sets on different Drift Cars. I love em!

    • @christossakelariou
      @christossakelariou ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Same here. I’ve had them on prob like 10 cars from mustangs to Lexus and BMWs. They have been nothing but great to ne

    • @RebelDrifter
      @RebelDrifter ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@christossakelariou same!!! 3x lexus is200 and 1 or 2 other cars. Nice!!!

  • @V9TRIBECA
    @V9TRIBECA 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    I've just acquired this VW Beetle model and planning to modify it . This video will be a big help! Thank you guys!!

  • @MarvinsMobileMechanic
    @MarvinsMobileMechanic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It looks awesome! Well done guys great work 👍

  • @oliverloseby4966
    @oliverloseby4966 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Im impressed, more of these budget improvement vids would be great

  • @jonathonwhitehouse5993
    @jonathonwhitehouse5993 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    I like the realness of how it's cheap enough to actually go out an give it a go,😊

  • @haz_raf
    @haz_raf ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Rims and painted lower grill made all the difference. If you decide to remove the splitter, lemme know. I actually have a Seat Leon Cupra 😂

  • @user-nq5kb9xz4n
    @user-nq5kb9xz4n ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great video content on point as usual

  • @EvoBeard
    @EvoBeard ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Nothing like a day of working on your car, coming back to watch others working on their car, and basically watching yourself swearing at everything. 😂

  • @54mgtf22
    @54mgtf22 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love your work guys 👍

  • @Nexarius97
    @Nexarius97 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks so good 😍 please make more thing like this! This car can be so good lookin
    Silver and red now looks like it supposed to be this way !

  • @toysoldi3r14
    @toysoldi3r14 ปีที่แล้ว

    Now that van @ 14:37 out of ethans window is cool! lol. the beetle is alright, good job

  • @ArtByAusup
    @ArtByAusup ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the vibes in this channel~

  • @HazelnutPohl
    @HazelnutPohl ปีที่แล้ว

    Great Video as always ❤

  • @Timjacks01
    @Timjacks01 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it guys! Bring it down to sunny Worthing by the sea!

  • @LuisFelipepg96
    @LuisFelipepg96 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I have a set of rods from Maxpeeding Rods on my turbo M50b25, and they are holding on really nice, running with 1,5 kg of pressure now

  • @jasonobee8065
    @jasonobee8065 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Don't stop guys loving this. I'd also consider bringing back the podcast van with Gareth.

  • @skullndguns
    @skullndguns ปีที่แล้ว

    Love it, the 2 tone is offputting a bit and a shame the wing wont stick but the yellow headlights give a proper Le Mans look to it and the frontsplitter with the new wheels finishes it quite nicely. only addition thing I dislike is the "neonz", would've go with a pancake "sport" airfilter instead. all in all definitely a great build for the particular circumstance... I like beetle's so might be a bit biased XD Thank you guys again for the great content!

  • @Elwooddudes
    @Elwooddudes ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks awesome!

  • @16driver16
    @16driver16 ปีที่แล้ว

    I did pretty much the same on my 2007 corolla... but I cut coils on the rear and inner fenders. I got a ton of compliments on my beater!!!!

  • @joshmerrick4716
    @joshmerrick4716 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I really like it! Even the two tone paint looks good now. The front end looks soo good with the black lower grill, splitter and tinted lights! I don’t even like this era of beetle but I wouldn’t be unhappy with it if my parents had bought this for me for a first car 😂

  • @benjamieson5626
    @benjamieson5626 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Should do a full review of the coil overs once you get the damping set

  • @mrbryanperson
    @mrbryanperson ปีที่แล้ว +2

    "The pockets are mint, LAAD" loved the juicebox reference

  • @Crascher-rs1ev
    @Crascher-rs1ev ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Looks really nice, now you need a cheap exhaust and airfilter then it would be even nicer.
    Maybe you could make some kind of cheap mods series with that car.

  • @onlinemobilestyle
    @onlinemobilestyle ปีที่แล้ว

    i really rate all the mods you've done here! nice work

  • @TheMrbazooka
    @TheMrbazooka ปีที่แล้ว

    Top Job Chaps 🤘

  • @johnreynolds5103
    @johnreynolds5103 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    nice one boys and oddly It actually looks better!

  • @BugStar8
    @BugStar8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the content as always. Although it is rather lacking over recent months. 3 weeks since the last video! Come on guys, step it up, we wanna see more regular content! Miss Jack and Ethan’s banter during the long wait between videos.

  • @ioantzu
    @ioantzu 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Looks so awesome!
    That engine looks like a 2.0 aqy?
    I know that thing loves petrol for sure.

  • @Oyvind88
    @Oyvind88 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great job guys😎🔥👌

  • @Sophiechic
    @Sophiechic ปีที่แล้ว +1

    looks good now but I'd lose the yellow light tint and the neons put the spoiler back on and jobs done 😊

  • @gusbate1118
    @gusbate1118 ปีที่แล้ว

    Definitely an improvement!!
    Also proof that this channel doesn't need Alex to make great videos

  • @urnansroach
    @urnansroach ปีที่แล้ว +2

    please keep this going. Need a full build, see if its possible to make a beetle look good

  • @7uring
    @7uring ปีที่แล้ว +2

    changing the paint is a must imo, other than that yeah its presentable sure if this is your first car

  • @cohen.berridge4064
    @cohen.berridge4064 ปีที่แล้ว

    My mum has a beetle witth the same type of paint job but instead of a red its grey and i quite like it. Its a beast, lowerd with nice 15 spoke audi wheels. Its quite quick aswell

  • @Michael-fifaking80
    @Michael-fifaking80 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Looks strangely ok was expecting the cheap boy racer mod of an exhaust tip though 😂

  • @oleo007
    @oleo007 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great difference,nice ride!

  • @petecurran3995
    @petecurran3995 ปีที่แล้ว

    Mighty work, lads! 🚗 💨

  • @jasonstephenson7820
    @jasonstephenson7820 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Genuinely surprised at how much better this looks, surely a cheap turbo needs to be next ... or follow the fast and furious theme with nitrous 😅

  • @TheTeeKaii
    @TheTeeKaii 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    'yea someone's put a fucking interior in this car' killed me 😂

  • @user-hl5qb8mw8e
    @user-hl5qb8mw8e 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Jack done a great shout out, drive is the best of all time car film

  • @FishyEngineer420
    @FishyEngineer420 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Looks awesome

  • @parz173
    @parz173 5 หลายเดือนก่อน

    well done boys, personally think it would look killer on 3 spokes, but its still a beauty yeah.

  • @supergoat94
    @supergoat94 ปีที่แล้ว

    That's actually not bad! Well done.

  • @xfox07
    @xfox07 ปีที่แล้ว

    Much better but missing a flower on the dashboard 👌🌻

  • @alexanderstults8484
    @alexanderstults8484 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It's amazing what just a few things can do to make a car look better

  • @tomosr4169
    @tomosr4169 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks class

  • @ferrarifreek26
    @ferrarifreek26 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the Juicebox reference 😂😂 she's got mint pockets laad

  • @cooperturbo4598
    @cooperturbo4598 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wheels and ride height is the sure thing big changer on most cars but I also quite like the lower grille blackened and spoiler arrangement

  • @griffogriff9532
    @griffogriff9532 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks great

  • @bengosling4606
    @bengosling4606 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ethan has come so far yet there's still a long and winding road ahead to becoming a true car guru.

  • @anonymousindividual.
    @anonymousindividual. ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn good job on this one. For me the wheels and coilovers already make the biggest difference. Could be a little lower still :D

  • @ThePetrolhead94
    @ThePetrolhead94 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Bring back the Car Throttle podcast
    It was the best thing about COVID

  • @jamessheehy4895
    @jamessheehy4895 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Vw audi guys do put wheels on anything and think its awesome! Have done it with 3 now and the 4th i still have has steelies and plastic hubs 😅

  • @bmwguy93
    @bmwguy93 ปีที่แล้ว

    Not going to lie quite impressed with how that turd looks now. Crazy what some wheels and coilovers. And some little bit can do to a car tbh goes to show you don't need a massive budget to have something to look tidy again

  • @aussiebloke609
    @aussiebloke609 ปีที่แล้ว

    10:37 In typical Car Throttle fashion...that tyre is on the wrong way around. LOL At least by 11:45 it appears to be all tickety-boo now. 👍

  • @danielrobinson359
    @danielrobinson359 ปีที่แล้ว

    That transition from old to new… HARD!!

  • @johndoe920
    @johndoe920 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    what this needs is a giant rallycross style double wing and wide body kit. Just makes everything look infinitely cooler. And I wanna see you fabricate that stuff :D

  • @davidbillberg2203
    @davidbillberg2203 ปีที่แล้ว

    Classic Carthrottle!

  • @PinotNoir_
    @PinotNoir_ ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks pretty good.. hate to admit it, but it looks good :D

  • @alanwood7373
    @alanwood7373 ปีที่แล้ว

    I drove a rally spec Beatle. It was amazing.

  • @nyght2606
    @nyght2606 ปีที่แล้ว

    actually looks really good

  • @iceniwargames6347
    @iceniwargames6347 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the two tone paint scheme. Just removing the eye lids and the new wheels make a huge difference.

  • @michaeldoyle1007
    @michaeldoyle1007 ปีที่แล้ว

    I heard that juiceboxforyou reference with the "pockets are mint laaad"😂

  • @longnamedude3947
    @longnamedude3947 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know if I should admit this, but, I like it.
    It's cleaned up nicely, maybe venting the wheel arches and fixing the spoiler would add a bit of utterly useless sportiness to it.
    Oh, and that VW badge on the front, either paint it black with crimson red inserts, or, paint it crimson and keep the black inserts.
    A decent exhaust up next maybe? Make some pops and bangs!???

  • @Aleks_Mechanics
    @Aleks_Mechanics ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Notification squad Have a nice weekend!🔥🔥🔥 HAPPY EASTER!🐣🐣🐣

  • @Gobbbbb
    @Gobbbbb ปีที่แล้ว +2

    If the silver was wrapped black, I think it'd actually look cool, seriously. Those wheels are awesome for the price.

  • @hrob123
    @hrob123 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Juice box reference made my day, pockets ARE mint laaaad

    • @demc555
      @demc555 ปีที่แล้ว

      Definitely 😂

  • @MattAvery386
    @MattAvery386 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really thought this channel would struggle with out Alex, but unlike WTF1 this transition seems really smooth and Ethan and Jack are smashing it, don’t get me wrong I like Alex but now I have double the videos!

  • @FauziAveline
    @FauziAveline ปีที่แล้ว

    I had doubts before but that thing is sick

  • @benjones1917
    @benjones1917 ปีที่แล้ว

    Actually looks pretty decent!

  • @flyingpeter
    @flyingpeter ปีที่แล้ว

    you gonna put it against the overdrive pt cruiser? can't figure out why but may be fun

  • @R2D2CAMBO
    @R2D2CAMBO ปีที่แล้ว

    this is so cool can you put a bigger engine in e.g VW V6 or V8? depends on engine bay though or add a turbo?

  • @supersaabclaire
    @supersaabclaire ปีที่แล้ว

    Love the Snatch reference 😂

  • @MrZimmaframe
    @MrZimmaframe ปีที่แล้ว

    14:36 i smell a mystery as i think i have needed just seen a mystery machine... 😂 (on the right)

  • @kierannessbert9102
    @kierannessbert9102 ปีที่แล้ว

    Legendary,,,, I wonder what I'm gonna break today? ,,,, 😂😂😂

  • @captainevenslower4400
    @captainevenslower4400 ปีที่แล้ว

    Friend of mine had the exact same one. Except the red bits were apple green. This one actually looks way better.

  • @charlietingley3122
    @charlietingley3122 ปีที่แล้ว

    Big up ethan and jack for keeping this going after Alex left

  • @diniconights
    @diniconights ปีที่แล้ว

    Hahaha that with the window happend to our golf 4 a few years ago too but how does this happen?