Resurrecting a Flooded Aston Martin DBS - The Ultimate Challenge

💦The Aston Martin DBS was severely damaged by a hurricane-induced flood, leaving it in a state of disrepair.

🚗💔🌊The owners of the DBS initially saw the destruction of their beloved car as a tragedy, but from a distance, it can be seen as a comedic event.

💰The value of the DBS plummeted after the flood, leading to it being auctioned off at a fraction of its original price.

🔧The process of resurrecting the DBS involves extensive repairs and addressing electrical issues caused by the flood damage.

🏗️Despite the challenges, the team remains determined to restore the DBS to its former glory.

What caused the extensive damage to the Aston Martin DBS?

—The DBS was severely damaged by a hurricane-induced flood.

What challenges are involved in resurrecting the DBS?

—The team faces extensive repairs and addressing electrical issues caused by the flood damage.

Is it possible to restore the DBS to its former glory?

—Despite the challenges, the team remains determined to restore the DBS to its former glory.

How much did the value of the DBS drop after the flood?

—The value of the DBS plummeted after the flood, leading to it being auctioned off at a fraction of its original price.

What is the ultimate goal of the project?

—The ultimate goal of the project is to resurrect the flood-damaged DBS and restore it to its original condition.

00:00Introduction to the flood-damaged Aston Martin DBS and the challenges of restoring it.

03:02Inspection of the DBS's engine to check for any potential damage caused by the flood.

05:52Efforts to manually shift the DBS into neutral prove successful.

09:27Disassembling the interior of the DBS to remove wet components and assess electrical damage.

11:00Identifying corrosion and damage to the car's electronic components.

13:52Discovering severe corrosion and damage to the junction box of the DBS.

18:09Exploring the challenges of repairing the flood-damaged DBS, including finding replacement components.

21:43Discussion on the team's determination to restore the DBS and the importance of preserving classic cars.