Repairing Chris Slix’s TEMU McLaren – A Roof Restoration on a Supercar Rebuild
CarHoods Northern Collaborates with Automotive YouTuber Chris Slik to Restore a Crashed McLaren
In May 2025, we had the pleasure of assisting YouTuber and automotive content creator Chris Slix with a truly unique project — restoring the his TEMU McLaren, a supercar he’s been rebuilding from crash damage and showcasing on his YouTube channel.
Chris has built a following for his detailed rebuild videos, and this McLaren has quickly become a fan favourite. While the bodywork and mechanicals were well underway, the complex folding roof system needed expert attention — and that’s where CarHoods Northern Ltd. came in.
A Supercar Reborn: The TEMU McLaren Build
The TEMU McLaren project has been one of Chris’s most ambitious builds to date. From smashed panels and crash structure repairs to a full respray in a stunning, head-turning colour, he’s brought the car back to life piece by piece.
The build earned the nickname “TEMU McLaren” because Chris sourced many of the body panels, body kits, and upgrades from the Chinese online marketplace TEMU — showing viewers how it’s possible to rebuild a supercar on a budget without compromising on visual impact.
But while the cosmetic side was coming together nicely, the convertible roof presented more serious challenges.
Diagnosing and Repairing the McLaren’s Roof Faults
We came into contact with Chris after he hit a bit of a wall trying to get the convertible roof operating again. He had ran into several major faults with the McLaren’s complex convertible roof system, including:
This last issue was particularly severe, as a failed hydraulic unit can not only disable the roof system entirely, but also pose a fire risk. To help Chris keep the project moving, we very kindly supplied him with a replacement hydraulic unit, allowing the car to be safely repaired and brought back to full working order.
On-Site Expertise, Start to Finish
Instead of transporting the car to our Cheshire HQ, we took our mobile expertise directly to Chris’s workshop, where he films and rebuilds all of his YouTube content. We carried out diagnostics, mechanical realignment, system calibration, and supplied him with the hydraulic unit replacement for him to install at a later date.
With manufacturer-grade tools and decades of hands-on knowledge, we brought the McLaren’s roof back to life — fully aligned, calibrated, and functioning just like it should.
A Stunning Finish to a Top-Tier Build
Chris has done a tremendous job rebuilding this McLaren. From the colour choice to the fit and finish, the car looks absolutely incredible. With the roof now fully operational thanks to the repairs and hydraulic replacement, the car is a true example of what can be achieved with vision, skill, and the right support.
It was a pleasure to work with Chris and his team on such a standout project — and we’re proud to have helped get this stunning supercar fully functional once again.
Watch the Full Episode
Chris captured our visit and the repair process in one of his latest YouTube videos.
Click here to watch the video on Chris Slik’s YouTube Channel
Why Supercar Builders Trust CarHoods Northern
Whether it’s a McLaren, Aston Martin, Porsche, or Bentley, our team at CarHoods Northern is trusted across the UK for:
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