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# ![@CarWizard Avatar](https://lunarcrush.com/gi/w:26/cr:youtube::UC2TTf3i4wwsRW8ex1zRXH8A.png) @CarWizard Car Wizard

The Car Wizard, a mechanic and YouTube personality, continues to share his expertise on various car models, highlighting which ones to buy or avoid and common issues with certain vehicles. He recently announced his retirement, but still actively creates content, diagnosing and fixing a wide range of cars, from old classics to modern luxury vehicles. His videos often focus on specific models, such as Volvos, Ford Flex, and Jeeps, discussing their reliability and potential problems.

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### Social Influence

**Social category influence**
[automotive brands](/list/automotive-brands)  #1787 [finance](/list/finance)  XXXXX% [stocks](/list/stocks)  XXX% [luxury brands](/list/luxury-brands)  XXXX% [cryptocurrencies](/list/cryptocurrencies)  #5696 [formula 1](/list/formula-1)  #2196 [social networks](/list/social-networks)  XXXX% [travel destinations](/list/travel-destinations)  XXXX%

**Social topic influence**
[wizard](/topic/wizard) #85, [ford](/topic/ford) #705, [$4k](/topic/$4k) #6, [audi](/topic/audi) #70, [if you](/topic/if-you) 4.9%, [$tm](/topic/$tm) #1238, [bmw](/topic/bmw) 2.94%, [porsche](/topic/porsche) #806, [lincoln](/topic/lincoln) #263, [buick](/topic/buick) #66

**Top accounts mentioned or mentioned by**
[@realcarwizard](/creator/undefined) [@canyoubelievethatyt](/creator/undefined) [@therealcarwizard](/creator/undefined) [@mrswizardsways](/creator/undefined) [@danielsan464](/creator/undefined) [@hooviesgarage](/creator/undefined) [@vinwiki](/creator/undefined) [@euroasianbob9268](/creator/undefined) [@thecarcarenut](/creator/undefined) [@aprilsgarage](/creator/undefined)

**Top assets mentioned**
[Caught in 4K (4K)](/topic/$4k) [Toyota Motor Corporation (TM)](/topic/$tm)
### Top Social Posts
Top posts by engagements in the last XX hours

"The "UNBROKEN" Tacoma's Shocking $2K Repair Bill"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8LBJ_vLxXoQ)  2025-09-07T17:02Z 1.2M followers, 106.4K engagements


"300K Chrysler Town & Country: How is it Holding Up"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FpuNRiy5MBQ)  2025-12-02T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 89.4K engagements


"Why does the CAR WIZARD hate BMW's He explains exactly why on this 2001 325Ci"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I95LurFYbtg)  2021-01-23T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.8M engagements


"Why do Jeeps have so many failing transfer cases The CAR WIZARD explains on this '13 Grand Cherokee"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=A4npdbQaixU)  2021-06-24T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 525.5K engagements


"Fixing This GX460: The REAL Reason It Makes You Car Sick"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ApfGMquHhpg)  2025-11-30T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 112.7K engagements


"Runs Great Then How Can a Cayenne Turbo Require $13K in Work Is it Worth It"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ELLQBzeQBFU)  2024-10-10T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 212.7K engagements


"Rough Ride on 2012 Lincoln MKZ. CAR WIZARD shows how to isolate problem. Also Ford 3.5L V6 warning"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HWfi8GExpXI)  2020-07-09T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 203.5K engagements


"Whats the MOST Reliable SUV You Can Get for $4K-$6K"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OnqQp4xIlsU)  2025-02-11T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 287.9K engagements


"Never EVER buy these Engines/Transmissions according to 20+ years CAR WIZARD mechanic experience"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RCvKDr7DYYE)  2022-03-17T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 2.9M engagements


"Really a $4K leak What could be wrong with this '16 Mazda CX9 that could possibly cost that much"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SQ9FQB41H4U)  2023-05-16T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 324K engagements


"This Saab has a VERY serious GM problem"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bKfmeSKXfdk)  2023-10-08T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 161.2K engagements


"AC not working The CAR WIZARD shows how to easily isolate the problem"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bVYUzp8QQ0M)  2020-06-02T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 2.3M engagements


"Another customer scammed CAR WIZARD shows why this '94 Mercedes SL600 is needing 15K to get sorted"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hO0LM7WFWVw)  2022-04-07T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 679.7K engagements


"Owner WON'T Fix It Worst Case Scenario for 2010 Lincoln MKT"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kbLjf-HdFQE)  2024-11-03T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 388.2K engagements


"I Fixed My TDI Golf and It BROKE Again"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=o3tmx47TrTk)  2025-10-09T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 95.7K engagements


"$1000 Water pump On a Chevy Equinox CAR WIZARD show how much this repair is like working on a BMW"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=249Dp5tQA50)  2021-02-18T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 558K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top AUDI cars TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ooBsXAXboIo)  2020-05-23T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.7M engagements


"2018 GLS350: A Mechanic's Brutally Honest Take (Before You Buy)"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=COdkWFqB7Fo)  2025-12-04T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 96.4K engagements


"Rolls-Royce Repair NIGHTMARE: $2000 For A Gasket"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=keA2P9Xhzwg)  2025-11-25T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 173.6K engagements


"A SAD DAY I Can No Longer Recommend the Ultra Reliable Buick Le Sabre"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jFJKegGs2Kw)  2025-10-02T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 276.9K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top HONDA's TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kCCVeDx__9Y)  2020-01-01T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.2M engagements


"Ford Explorer with a DEADLY Smell X Shops Couldn't Find It"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=q4MkpYrmW9E)  2024-03-03T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 654.3K engagements


"Unbelievable Tear Down For A $X Part on '13 Mini Cooper"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T1w-qAyJCjQ)  2024-10-31T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 166.4K engagements


"Volvo XC60 with a VERY serious problem that I CAN'T fix"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UhHGn8mu9r8)  2024-12-05T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 199.5K engagements


"2019 Grand Cherokee: What Went VERY Wrong at 100K Miles"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jtKrCXYkc6E)  2025-07-20T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 316.9K engagements


"These Are Unstoppable Most Reliable Car on the Road Today"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=olcbhguSjCg)  2023-11-30T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.7M engagements


"CAR WIZARD highlights what makes the Buick 3800 V6 the BEST engine ever"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rK9Y-a1-6JU)  2019-07-28T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.6M engagements


"RAM 1500: Is This The Biggest Mistake I've EVER Made"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uu9JFwMLdoM)  2025-07-06T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 248.6K engagements


"Audi Q5: My Customer's Road Trip Nightmare"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=73NIwD-7_Bw)  2025-12-07T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 36.7K engagements


"Why can't the CAR WIZARD fix this 2009 Lexus LS460"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7Bx3r4kD5Mo)  2020-12-19T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 954.7K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares which Diesel Trucks TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7wDmoUm5VCI)  2020-12-31T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.2M engagements


"REQUIRED Maintenance Keeping This RAM 1500 On The Road FOREVER"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GRXKd9X30A4)  2024-12-17T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 278K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top BUICK TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GxZUc3DEpPk)  2019-12-08T06:00Z 1.2M followers, 440.4K engagements


"Is This REALLY The End For This Porsche Macan"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XJuvJ6gmAb4)  2025-07-22T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 357.5K engagements


"Volvo S60 Just Needed a Tune Up So Why is the Bill $4K"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aRl2XApo9Jo)  2024-12-19T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 200.8K engagements


"Ford XXX X Valve Triton: Don't Be Fooled by This Engine"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nb5B_e0a2uo)  2025-07-03T18:03Z 1.2M followers, 202.1K engagements


"Hoovies Cadillac XLR-V: Why This Car is Such a DISASTER"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pGaMmoYVxxk)  2025-07-27T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 218.7K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top JAGUARS TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xVfUuPl6ZB0)  2020-02-09T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 509.6K engagements


"Fixing a 250000 Mile Pilot: My Honest Take"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-_CGTQg_YhA)  2025-10-21T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 119.1K engagements


"Flex with $4K Coolant Leak Super Common on ALL Ford XXX V6"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=27Yu_P424OY)  2024-11-21T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 264.9K engagements


"Tic Tic Tic 2011 Dodge Charger RT has the infamous Hemi tick. What will the CAR WIZARD do about it"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5Kly9iIfi4Q)  2021-05-01T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 367.9K engagements


"One year ownership update on the CAR WIZARD's '18 Maserati Levante. Has it been a good vehicle"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=69ZWWM0N4Ew)  2022-02-27T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 238.5K engagements


"WEIRD Noise Costs Honda Element Owner $1000"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9VwSxYyM0pQ)  2025-08-26T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 84K engagements


"Hoovie brought me a Super Rare & Super Weird FISKER KARMA"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DzTodV7HPDY)  2024-06-09T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 100.7K engagements


"I Found This Chevy SSR to Have Some SERIOUS Issues"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Fk5-bOFkwwk)  2025-02-04T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 175.5K engagements


"What's wrong with this '07 Toyota Avalon And why does the CAR WIZARD say it's one of the best cars"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HsK_u8RHk-Y)  2022-04-21T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 428.6K engagements


"Right to Repair: Not Even a BULB is Safe Anymore"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LAQLGRzd1V0)  2025-10-30T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 328K engagements


"Another Northstar Why does the CAR WIZARD keep buying Cadillacs with this engine Now an '04 XLR"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LPXJwW5fUss)  2022-10-11T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 448.2K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD Shares X Super Reliable Vehicles $6K-$8K"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=O47aqNmnNEU)  2024-06-16T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.2M engagements


"Luxury vs Longevity: How Reliable is a Land Rover"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Oi1O7NwnGR8)  2025-09-25T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 77.4K engagements


"Lotus Elise: The TRUE Repair Costs"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PP7rsabvpEo)  2025-10-26T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 138.7K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top VOLKSWAGEN Cars TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RG70UZv23dE)  2019-10-13T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.1M engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares XX Crazy Easy and Essential Mechanic Tips"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RctKYh4dRjg)  2019-09-11T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 3.7M engagements


"The CAR WIZARD Shares X CHEAP Vehicles to NEVER Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Sq9pmaNhrVc)  2024-07-07T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 731.6K engagements


"Finally A SAAB Story That Has a $3K Happy Ending-Sort of"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=U5a2jYJjHWw)  2024-04-30T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 109.9K engagements


"Car Auction RED FLAGS 🚩 What to Look Out For EASY Tips"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=VAJJ1ZMkUuw)  2025-02-16T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 253.1K engagements


"Death Wobble on this immaculate '99 Jeep Cherokee CAR WIZARD shows how to find it and the fix"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XJwCWmaG7r0)  2023-03-21T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 226.8K engagements


"Why does it cost over $4K to replace a simple $XX gasket CAR WIZARD shares why it costs so much"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YJMWvyDP3j8)  2023-05-21T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 434.9K engagements


"Everything Wrong With Hoovies 325K Mile Avalanche"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YLjyaZ638v8)  2025-04-01T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 173.8K engagements


"My TOP pick: The BEST small truck on the road today"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZxgSdEOGXSU)  2023-12-17T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 537.7K engagements


"6 used SUV's to Never Ever Buy according to the 20+ years of CAR WIZARD mechanic experience"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=g5KxRIqDcds)  2021-10-21T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 2.1M engagements


"This Toyota Tundra Has A Ticking Time Bomb Under the Hood"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=h_RNO2tsr-I)  2025-10-19T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 154.3K engagements


"I bought a fake Toyota Why does the CAR WIZARD love this 2013 Scion tC"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jatuclLzHMA)  2021-11-30T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 413.3K engagements


"Smart Car with THREE Stupid Problems That Other Shops REFUSED to Fix"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kpdiP6lHWY8)  2024-07-11T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 517.7K engagements


"Perfect School Car Why did CAR WIZARD get an '09 Toyota Camry for his daughter Is it that good"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qnJ8vE09W4Q)  2022-11-24T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 409.8K engagements


"The CAR WIZARD shares the top Full size 1/2 ton Gas TRUCKS TO Buy & NOT to Buy"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=u6Jx0dWLQSI)  2020-01-22T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1.5M engagements


"The Car Wizard's RETIRING I Share The WHOLE Story"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uN2MVB6NA7w)  2025-06-24T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 409.4K engagements


"2008 CR-V: The TRUTH About Honda Reliability (Mechanic's View)"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uR6Hv9kJ0No)  2025-04-17T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 355K engagements


"Audi with Lambo prices '07 Audi S6 has the same V10 as Lamborghini Why so expensive to repair"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wRGxU88GtVo)  2020-04-16T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 569.8K engagements


"'82 XJS with the cursed Jaguar V12 comes into the CAR WIZARD's shop. Can he get it running"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OVH1mrLuneI)  2020-11-17T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 1M engagements


"I Had to SEIZE Hoovies 2006 VW Touareg V10 TDI"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TAbC8YZUJf4)  2025-02-13T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 307.2K engagements


"My Dream R8 Supercar The NIGHTMARE Maintenance Bill"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ympFfdFKf-o)  2025-10-07T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 220.6K engagements


"Another Shop Tried to Fix Cadillac ATS Owner Out THOUSANDS"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4gwZcaRroZI)  2024-09-26T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 170.9K engagements


"Spilled Coffee Costs $700: What Broke on This Alfa Romeo"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=51zhc-SN9Jg)  2025-11-27T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 93.3K engagements


"Dreaded Porsche XXX & XXX IMS headache The CAR WIZARD shows what to look for & the extensive repair"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OP7ckHACwYg)  2020-11-07T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 256.2K engagements


"2019 Audi Q5 with 200K miles & the service records to prove it What did the CAR WIZARD need to fix"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WKbQCZA9ytc)  2023-01-08T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 311.6K engagements


"4 things you MUST check before you buy any used car CAR WIZARD shows how not to be scammed"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=XlTA5Laa48o)  2022-08-07T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 771.7K engagements


"What a GRRRR8 1980 Triumph TR8 DIY gone bad. CAR WIZARD saves owner"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=nWVoZJcf5EY)  2020-09-12T17:00Z 1.2M followers, 338K engagements


"Miata Repair Bill Went from Reasonable to Expensive in a Flash"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=qIpoGNP4aiA)  2025-06-26T17:01Z 1.2M followers, 161.5K engagements


"Acura RL Arrived DEAD The Shocking Diagnosis That Im Not ALLOWED to Fix"  
[YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=zI9A-2hfCZk)  2025-03-06T18:00Z 1.2M followers, 367.1K engagements