These are the worst budget car repairs – from a Samurai sword gear knob to flip flops for mud flaps
These are some of the most dodgy, and hilarious, car repairs you will ever see
EVERYONE likes to save a bit of money where they can, but when it comes to car repairs it doesn't pay to be cheap.
And when motorists have a crack at fixing their cars themselves, the results can be hilarious.
From a Samurai sword gear knob to a set of flip flops used instead of mud flaps, these drivers got creative with their maintenance.
But some of their work is downright dangerous, with bumpers made out of scraps of wood, and even tyres patched together with zip ties.
If they were pulled over by police, they'd likely be slapped with a hefty fine for driving a car in a dangerous condition.
Read on to see some of the best examples of why you should leave motor repairs to the experts.