YouTuber finds rare car that is impossible to fix, realizes he’s dealing with ‘infamous’ vehicle that’s the hardest to repair out of any
- Rare Volkswagen Touareg V10 is nearly impossible to repair
- Its complex design demands engine removal for basic fixes
- The car is known for sky-high maintenance costs
Published on Dec 24, 2024 at 12:53 PM (UTC+4)
by Daksh Chaudhary
Last updated on Dec 24, 2024 at 12:53 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by
Tom Wood
A rare car like the Volkswagen Touareg V10 TDI isn’t something you’d expect to see every day.
When a YouTuber named Tyler Hoover stumbled upon this vehicle, he quickly realized it was not just rare but also nearly impossible to fix.
Known as one of the hardest cars to repair, this Touareg has baffled even the most experienced mechanics.
So, what makes it so difficult? Let’s find out.
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Volkswagen Touareg V10: A rare car with a complex design
The Touareg V10 TDI has a unique engine design – a V10 twin-turbo diesel that Volkswagen built to flaunt their engineering skills.
It was way ahead of its time, producing a massive 550lb-ft of torque and even capable of towing a Boeing 747 with minimal modifications.
However, this engineering brilliance came with a huge downside.
The engine bay was so tightly packed that even basic repairs, like accessing the alternator or fixing an oil leak, required removing the entire engine.
In a YouTube video by Hoovies Garage, the car’s maintenance struggles were on full display.
The vehicle’s valve cover gaskets, for instance, could only be replaced as part of an $800 valve cover assembly.
Even the turbos were prone to leaks, adding to the already overwhelming repair costs.
These challenges have caused many owners to abandon their Touaregs or sell them for as little as $6,000 despite their original price of $69,000.
The car is known for its comfort and luxurious features
Inside, this rare car still impressed the YouTuber with its luxurious leather and wood trim, along with high-end features like shared key design and startup chimes with Bentley and Bugatti.
However, the practicality issues overshadowed its comfort and features.
Despite the difficulty of repairing, the Volkswagen Touareg V10 still remains the epitome of engineering by Volkswagen.
After all, not every engine is capable of the power to defeat a beast like Jeep Wrangler or tow a Boeing 747.
