КУПИЛ BMW X5 E53 для ПУТЕШЕСТВИЙ! Проехал 100км и СДОХ((

Summary

Nikitos, a Russian travel vlogger, buys a used BMW X5 with hopes of modifying it into an off-road vehicle. However, shortly into the test drive, the transmission fails. Still needing to get to Moscow, Nikitos hitches the BMW to his reliable minivan. After a grueling overnight drive in heavy snow, the caravan finally arrives despite multiple breakdowns. Nikitos remains optimistic, planning significant upgrades to transform the BMW into a uniquely customized off-roader.

Takeaways

• 😀 The video blogger Nikitos loves traveling and driving his van Karavan. He has driven over 100,000 km in it across Russia.
• 🚗 Nikitos wants to modify a BMW X5 into an off-road vehicle to replace Karavan for his Russia trips.
• ⛽️ He checks out two used BMW X5 cars at different dealerships, both have issues.
• 🚧 The X5 he buys for 700,000 rubles breaks down after 100 km due to transmission failure.
• 😫 His van Karavan has to tow the broken down X5 for 250 km in heavy snow.
• 😴 They stop to sleep for a few hours in Karavan as driving at night in the snowstorm was extremely tiring.
• ☹️ The X5 transmission is likely damaged from engine oil mixing with coolant and will cost ~150,000 rubles to fix.
• 🤔 Nikitos reflects this shows the risk of buying used cars if you don't have funds to cover major repairs.
• 👍 Nikitos is still happy with his purchase as he plans to heavily modify this X5 for off-roading when back in Moscow.
• 🙏 He asks viewers to like the video and subscribe so they don't miss upcoming modification videos on the X5 project.

Q & A

What was the original plan for the trip?

The original plan was to drive 10,000 km from Vladivostok to Moscow starting on February 8th.

Why did Nikitos decide to buy another BMW X5?

Nikitos wanted an off-road vehicle to travel all over Russia. Since he loves BMWs and the X5 is their only decent SUV, he decided to buy another used X5 model.

What happened after driving the purchased BMW for 100 km?

After 100 km, the transmission failed and leaked fluid, stranding them on the highway overnight.

How did they eventually make it to Moscow?

They were able to limp the BMW to Moscow with the help of their reliable Caravan van, towing and constantly refilling fluids.

What was the condition of the purchased BMW?

The BMW had many issues - cracked glass, torn seats, a rebuilt transmission and a mismatched rear cargo floor. It cost $700, much more than Nikitos wanted to pay.

What does Nikitos plan to do with the BMW now?

He plans to lift it, get huge tires, add an expedition rack and extensively modify it into a unique off-road vehicle.

What lesson did Nikitos want viewers to take away?

He wanted to demonstrate that even a decent used X5 can quickly become very expensive with unexpected issues. He advised not purchasing one unless you can truly afford it.

Why was Nikitos still happy with the purchase?

Because he has the funds and it will serve as a good platform for building an exclusive custom off-road project for his channel.

How can viewers follow the development of the X5 project?

By subscribing to his YouTube channel and liking the video to be notified when more updates are posted.

What happened to their original trip plans?

It's unclear if they were still able to make the flight to Vladivostok the next day after the delays and issues with the BMW purchase.