From Scrap to Perfection - Alpina B7: Project Chicago: Part 18 

Question: Why this man doesn't have at least 500K subs by now? Considering this is trully one man operation and Sreten's videos are on another level when it comes to content, editing and no unrelated promotion of hair growth products or whatever, he simply deserves to reach that number and beyond.

I honestly feel like this car should be a museum show piece, absolutely stunning inside and out. I'm so glad to have watched this project through since the start, hard to believe this is even the same car from Chicago. Always excited for more projects, keep up the work.

Splendid results with Alpina, undoubtedly the world's finest B7 in existence today

I’m almost happy things didn’t go as planned because I don’t want this project to end it’s my absolute fav.

I was just about to order some non OE/OEM parts, when I got the email that an M539 video had gone up… and I remembered to stay classy - stay OEM.

That Home Alone scream when filming the new BMW made my day. Thank you

This project challenged you most likely harder than any before, but it also really took your experience to the highest level. In all your RU-vid presence, you've always been highly skilled, but after all this time, the only right thing to say is this: you truly are an expert and a professional. It doesn't matter that this isn't what you've learned in school or university. You are the living proof that learning by doing can equally get you this far if you are determined and put all your energy in it. You may not be a BMW certified service partner and you may not always have the official BMW tools for everything, but it's the outcome that counts, and it is as good as it can get. I really hope the guys from ALPINA will get to see this masterpiece as well, you deserve all the attention. Thank you for all of this, you are a big inspiration for so many out there, and I am sure your input has helped many people out there to solve their own problems and maybe for some also to work on their own cars.

Yay! 6:56 Vixen Aquablast Therapy! 9:25 2-3 Layers! 😅 10:42 We are Men! 12:22 before and after shot therapy! 19:56 Ladies and Señoras! 🤣 30:19 Ahh...the eccentric millionaire! 🤣 Excellent Episode!

Coming back to this video for the 4th time just to appreciate the perfection achieved here.

This project was extremely challenging and you've definitely ran into difficult moments and decisions regarding it's future. Nonetheless, the most remarkable part of the story is that you've never give up on the car and managed to transform all the problems stemming from that project into new learning points. Excellent - keep it up bro!

What a journey this was. Can't believe there are 18 episodes already. Enjoyed every second of it. Good time as any to come out with total cost (minus the car itself) estimations. I guess around 65k€

I love your videos! As a detailer, I'm so grateful you accounted for the time in perfecting the trim pieces. It is so difficult for customers to comprehend what it takes to pursue perfection. The difference between 90% and 100% is enormous. Kudos to you!

Sreten. You have inspired me to continue fixing my own cars to a level closer to you. Thanks

So happy you showed the problem with spacers. Most people think it's just plug & play, when actually it's really difficult to get exact fitment with no annoying wheel shakes.

21:01 best moment ever:)

Stunning! You should be very proud of yourself.

Such an amazing car! The wood interior trim looks so much better than the previous!

That vapor blaster seriously is the best equipment you have.

Perfect start to the long weekend! Man I love this old Alpina. I actually think it's better than new now, breathtaking work 😎

if I had a magnificent car like that I would only take it out on the street on sunny days on weekends and always leave it clean in the garage covered with a proper cape. it's a gem.

Your attention to detail, knowledge of what needs doing and how to do it is insane (great), it reminds me of an entirely different project, but equally insane, called “Project Binky”. Keep up the good work.

Unbelievable finish. Looks amazing on video. Must be insane in person.

I think a RU-vidr is the only one that could have saved this thing. It would have bankrupted any normal person. 😂 Excellent work keep it up 👍

Your channel is the only one I prepare for. Up nice and early before anyone can bother me, make some coffee and spend this hour watching you care for old bimmers the way I wish I could. Fkn excellent.

I said before... I am not a fan of BMW... But your work and the results are just WOW... Congrats...

This episode was the cherry on top for my birthday weekend!!! 🎉

Such a wonderful finish to a troubled Project Chicago. It has now become a showroom vehicle, that’s quite a journey for this Alpina. As always, your editing and camera work is outstanding, Sreten. Thank you for bringing us along on this fantastic journey, I can’t wait to see what you do with the other projects. Take care of yourself, my friend.

From 2:15 I'm going to pass out just by looking at that shining beauty, I'VE NEVER SEEN ANYTHING THAT PERFECT

Incredible to see you complete this project. Everything Hoovie failed at your smashed out of the park

Better then new. The car looks AMAZING. All of the troubles you went through with this car I think have payed off. Awesome work as always, Sreten you are the best.

I've used a few different combinations of wheel spacers and wheels on all of my vehicles and never had a problem with the H&R products that I've had. Using wheel spacers are ALL about them being exactly hubcentric to the vehicle and wheel.

I would wish my car got your treatment. So impressive, excellent job.

The quality is just insane!

Streton opens the bonnet, hears a noise and says, let's change the bearings while we here.....Love it bud. Thanks for the best DIY on You Tube. Love from South Africa 🇿🇦.

From this point on, you are to be known as the "Wrench Master..." - Love your humor when you work alone and talk to yourself and your attention to detail coupled to your deep knowledge of the car is amazing. I love watching the master work - can't wait for your next project.

The car gods thank you for saving this one, Sreten. Looks stunning. I hope it treats you to some amazing roadtrips.

You do painting job like a painting professional. Super talented guy you are. I admire you a lot 🤝

Car looks absolutely stunning, anyone who will drive, see or buy this will fall in love with it.

I have never been a fan of this 7-series body, but the Project Chicago episodes have changed my mind about it.

I thought Sreten was a fantastic mechanic before project Chicago, but after watching along through this series, you can see Sreten continue to improve. fantastic work! glad to see a beautiful classic properly restored.

The attention to details is unmatched and unbelievable ,I enjoyed every second watching this project, thank you for joy and happiness you spread among your subscribers community, you gain a new subscriber,greetings from Jordan 🇯🇴

Can we all just appreciate the matching trim and mobile phone case. Next level Sreten. Truly next level

At first I was not a fan of those wheels, just did not look right to me, but after painting the car in the Azurite Black, I really like them. They look more "right" with the blue/black paint than the previous black.

Yeah, Perfection amplified. And you don't need a sub-woofer!. Great car. Congrats!.

i have tears in my eyes you are the best ever and ever

The amount of dedication and most importantly love put in this car is just incredible. Your best work of all time in my opinion.

You are soooooooooooooooooo talented, that we should invent a new word for people like you. I mean.. great great job.

That car is amazing beauty!

Wow ! Cleanest B7 on earth!

This is without doubt the best Alpina B7 in the world. Museum worthy! Looking forward to the e92 m3 soon 😉

Alpina should buy it back from you and put it on display in a heritage collection or something. Like you said, too nice to be used. Keep up the good work, admire your passion and working skills.

I am beyond impressed. I have been following this channel for a long time, still get massively impressed by you!

Mathias rocks and Sreten is on another planet of his own when it comes to content creation! Kudos to you Sir Sreten!

I'm not entirely sure how easy it would be with someone everyday who is this.... Let's say "particular" but it makes for good videos. Beautiful car.

Wrenching on Project Chicago I was amazed at the lack of rust. Then you reminded us it was originally a Texas car. This has been a long project. PROST!

What a great weekend - project Binky and Project Chicago video drops!!!

If all cars were treated by people like you, we would have art driving on our roads.

Looks so good, front end reminding me of E46 coupe

Your Alpina is looking good Streten!

WOW What incredible results an absolute pleasure to watch a perfectionist and professional at work , EPIC stuff !

Another spectacular episode! Thanks for that Sreten!

29:22 bro did a trickshot without even realizing lol Also, love that you get the badge placement measurements in the manual, that's very cool Anyways, the Alpina looks amazing my guy.

Absolutely gorgeous. Nailed this one for sure bruv.

Merci beaucoup t'as fait 1 tres grand travail. U r blessed to have sache knowledge. Beau a voir tes videos 🎉🎉🎉🎉

Probably the nicest B7 on the planet

In order to watch this video. I have have clean my monitor with screen cleaner and micro fiber towel so that my monitor can have a mirror finish. I also use the same towel to clean my glass so that I can have a prefect visual. I am considering to purchase a better monitor to watch video on this channel. Finally, this is and will be the best restoration of B7 ever.

Amazing, precise work, also very entertaining. Of course the new animation for torque specs makes a huge difference too! :D

Best Alpina B7 ever!

Несомненно крутой Ютюб канал, Сретен огромнейшее спасибо за видео, мало таких людей которые любят свои автомобили

Very good! Always learning with you. Your passion for the marque, your presentation and your delight when your projects hit the road are something we can relate to - and aspire to. Thank you.

I saw an alpine white B7 F01 today, and watching this now just brings up emotions hahah! Well done is just not enough said here, its something you call the best!

I've got no words other than WOW! , also want to be sure the algorithm knows of your existence! Amazing work.

I was here on episode 1, still here at 18. This whole series could have made it to Netflix. The level of knowledge gained on this was amazing, from finding nails in the oil pan, to the scorched cilinders, to engine sleeves, to the dude that made the crankshaft that went to Madeira island for good, to finding out that the block was the same from another model and then the M539 imprinted on the engine (all mangled hahaha), to this beauty of a thing that is not putting out its 500+ horsepower, man what a ride. I know I've stopped being a Patreon, sorry for that, times aren't easy, but man, thank you for all of this, waiting for episode 19 and wish I could buy that beast from you, to ride it around Madeira Island, maybe Peter would recognize it hahahaha

I can't wait to see what the Alpina folks think of this. It looks perfect, and knowing your tendencies, I'd bet it drives like a dream. Well done!

5:42 "we're already in here." More costly words have never been spoken.😂

Museum quality paint finish, beautiful car.

Impressive, inspiring videos, I just keep watching

Alpina should buy this from you (for a tremendous amount of money) and put it in a museum.. :)

Glad to see that new supercharger kick in at full boost! Well done Sreten! Looking forward to the new dyno run. 🏁🏁

You are the Master of now and the future. Geh weiter 😊

I haven't been a subscriber for very long, but I have binged almost all of your videos now, and you have turned me from a guy who wasn't hugely bothered about bmw to a man who is desperate to go out and buy one.

Brilliant work!

Love the torque spec pop up graphics

I can only wish to have such a beautiful car, well done!

Well done mate. Loved watch and learning.

The result makes me drool this model to be fair :) Great job sir.

looking forward to your visit to Alpina 🙂

Man, you are an artist. I wish I could work with you

Very nice on the calipers. I have some brembos sitting in the garage I need to paint silver.

It seems the question was now answered, perfection IS possible.

15:21 new animation I see 😏. I like it

What a lovely finish you’ve done to another classic Alpina !!! Well done 👍👍👍👍👍

Wow! Impressive work as always! 👏

GLORIOUS, I was holding my breath till the end cause we all know what happened to the last car that got this kind of treatment 🤦🏾‍♂️, Alpina probably wants this car back 😂😂

Oh man I was gritting my teeth when she was on the dyno after all of the problems you had with the engine! Great video enjoyed seeing this beautiful car being finalized. p.s. Greetings from across the pond!

absolutely amazing content

La macchina e incredibilmente una bestia. Complimenti 💯💯💯💯💯

I just love your talent man , such a remarkable flow you blow .. there is always a special thing about alpina's❤

I laughed so hard I spit out my coffee when you zoomed in on that m3 competition and screamed

Man this car is so gorgeous and I absolutly love the color!