Strange....when some of the bigger subbed channels put out poorly filmed dross. A good example of an interesting channel with low subs is ''PeninsularSrsVideos'' they have very interesting hour long interviews and talks with ex fighter pilots, engineers that designed things like the SR-71 blackbird and they attend many classic car shows, with the owners talking about their vehicles in depth.
It's always refreshing to hear heartfelt views from genuine car enthusiasts who live in other parts of the world, sometimes in very remote places. I have a background in design too and like Miguel can appreciate the "details" in vintage machinery like the E-Type. He sounds like a great guy who I'd enjoy sitting down and talking cars with.
It is one thing for us in America or Europe to be car fans, but for a man living in Peru to try to get parts and maintain cars like this, that is true dedication.
The video and the car are both works of art. It is good to see the E-type in the hands of a man who loves to drive it and appreciates its unique beauty. Thanks to the makers of Petrolicious who never fail to produce marvelous videos.
Thank you! I have enjoyed hours of watching your videos of the relationship of owners with their cars. I do not know where you get your budget from or anything but your filming in epic, your cars you chose are amazing. Just thank you!
I saw one of them just 3 days ago in a garage in cannes, in a small street. it was a very modest garage, named garage Dupont, 2 cars barely fit. But there was this red e-type, the hood open whitout anyone around. she wasn't perfect, dusty, a lot of small scratch, but this magnificence.
Enzo Ferrari remarked, "This is the most beautiful car in the world." Is that why Jag called it the "E" type? for Enzo. Only kidding, the natural progression of the 24 hours le Mans C & D type track cars. Always, one of my favourite designs, sublime.
The very first car I ever drove was my uncle's E Type(Mk2 IIRC?). I was 14 years of age. Says much for these cars that it didn't stall too hard. :) Many years on I've driven a couple of other examples. The ultimate Grand Tourer IMHO.
Yes, it's a beautiful car. But most beautiful ever made? Well, I know Enzo Ferrari said it was, but I would tell Enzo to look in his own stable for even more exquisite cars. The 250 series would be a good start. Actually, I like the C and D - type better.
+iraeich those are amazing cars as well, but the xke just has a certain balance for me. (Although I'd never kick a Ferrari out of bed for eating crackers either.... ;-)
I actually prefer the Coupé version. The series 1 E-Type Coupé was I believe the car Enzo described as the most beautiful car ever made. Of course it's similar to the roadster but I think the roof line of the Coupé adds a lot to the looks. For me while I love E-Types there are plenty of other classics I prefer from a looks perspective. I think I am just overly familiar with E-Type though. Some times a car you are less familiar with you end up preferring.
David Bell I have to agree with you there, the shape of the cabin and the side opening hatch does change the look of the car quite a bit. I'd probably still opt for the convertible because I prefer open air driving. But the coup does have a more exotic look to it.
The E-type shape is synonymous with classic cars in general. If you asked a teenager to draw the outline of a classic car, it would more than likely be something resembling this.
Hood ding aside (and it really shouldn't worry anybody), this is a beautiful example of a beautiful car. All you Anglophobe Jag haters out there, just listen to what this GENTLEMAN has to say about this car.
I wish they would do a piece on a 300SL Gullwing. I love the E-type and always will, but the 300SL just does something to me that I can't explain..... It's like the most beautiful woman you've ever seen with wheels!
Sigh;....I remember when some lucky people used to drive these Jaguars everyday, while the rest of us drove used Studebaker's, Chevies and Ramblers. . BTW.....California is Beautiful!
It was a joke, referencing Jaguar's history of building vehicles that have questionable electrics, needlessly complicated mechanicals and that oxidize like a Lancia. Doesn't mean they are any less pretty to look at though. And I did all that without calling anyone names. Marvellous.
Agree with the title comment in that I am generally only into Aussie and US cars but the E type has always been right up there in my mind as one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Prefer the hardtop though.
Really? Even if pushed I can't come up with one American classic car that I would be interested in when compared with Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, Jaguar, Lancia, Maserati, and Citroen. Maybe the Ford F40, Daytona Coupe and AC Cobra but those in my mind can't be classified as regular production classics, maybe the Cobra
Understand why you like what you like mate. I've always loved muscle cars and classics from the big three, don't know why but I do. Maybe because I grew up restoring old 1950's Holdens with my old man and my life still revolves around my workshop and restoring old Holdens and Fords.
To me this car in coupe form and the 300sl gullwing Mercedes are the most beautiful cars ever made but they are so unattainable that they might as well not exist. The thing I like about American muscle cars is you don't have to be a millionaire to own and drive one, at least in the US. One car I have lusted after since I was a kid though is a XBGT like the one in Mad Max. It's my understanding that they are like unicorns even in OZ though so the odds of me ever finding one are not in my favor.
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So this is the original cannonball run? So it was kind of like a homage to this man, that the film makers chose the Jaguar XJS to finish first in the film??!
Guys and Petrolicious! My dad is doing something extraordinary. He’s building a jaguar e-type out of ally by himself with hand tools. He’s got one hell of a story and vast experience. If your interested watch some of videos and you’ll see the work. Contact me if interested.
i just can't imagine him never having problems with the car.....even in brittain it's prone to overheating. so in peru...maybe he upgraded it slightly...or maybe it's a different spec for overseas.
There were some photo's shown at one point that looked like they were taken during a restoration so I would imagine like most classic restorations they took the time to do a few upgrades for known faults. A big ally radiator with an electric fan I am sure would sort any over heating problems. With lots of classics now people know what the common faults are and people have worked out upgrades over the years to resolve them.
Despite the E-type's enduring popularity, I could never get behind it. The design of it, despite what that egomaniac Ferrari might have said, does nothing for me. That said, I can usually find something positive about any old car, and that is much the case here. I'll just appreciate its existence as a monument to a bygone time.
this is 4th time I am asking please do volvo 24x or 14x. please! plentiful and definitely a classic. yoi have done toyota mr2 before so volvo 240 should be not a problem. long time subscriber
Car is pretty long for what it is. Small inside, narrow overall and you sit very low--I can't even see around a Prius in mine. But I would say it is much larger overall than a Miata.
If you look at a lot of old cars compared with their modern equivalents they are often much smaller. The lack of having to have much in the way of safety features just meant everything could be got into a smaller package. The exception to that rule would maybe be classic American cars.
Can we just take a moment to appreciate the quality of the video? It's like a 6 min movie.
Petrolicious has some fantastic production values on all their videos, genuinely talented people work on these...
Petrolicious is like a classic car, overlooked or taken for granted in it's youth, but one day will be appreciated by millions...
They make some amazing videos. I was surprised to see such a low number of subscribers.
Strange....when some of the bigger subbed channels put out poorly filmed dross.
A good example of an interesting channel with low subs is ''PeninsularSrsVideos'' they have very interesting hour long interviews and talks with ex fighter pilots, engineers that designed things like the SR-71 blackbird and they attend many classic car shows, with the owners talking about their vehicles in depth.
+MCMLXXVI i looked for that PeninsularSrsVideos you mentioned and i couldnt find it. is it on TH-cam?
What a surprise to see a known face and car! I've seen it driving around Lima.
Proud to see a local car and story featured in here.
It was a delight to film in Lima with Miguel this past April! We shot two more there including one with Jorge Nicolini, so stay tuned!
+Valkyr 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌
his collection is amazing, I'll be waiting to watch that one.
It's always refreshing to hear heartfelt views from genuine car enthusiasts who live in other parts of the world, sometimes in very remote places. I have a background in design too and like Miguel can appreciate the "details" in vintage machinery like the E-Type. He sounds like a great guy who I'd enjoy sitting down and talking cars with.
This is by far my favorite channel ever.
E-type is probably my favorite classic
I can second that
For me there are way too many classic cars to pick a favorite but the E-Type is easily my favorite Jaguar and the car I associate the brand with.
D or C - type.
It is one thing for us in America or Europe to be car fans, but for a man living in Peru to try to get parts and maintain cars like this, that is true dedication.
Great to see some people are lucky back home. Great to see Petrolicious branching out to other parts of the world!
Great vid!
The video and the car are both works of art. It is good to see the E-type in the hands of a man who loves to drive it and appreciates its unique beauty. Thanks to the makers of Petrolicious who never fail to produce marvelous videos.
One of the most beautiful cars in the world !
E Type is the most beautiful thing ever created.
Tip of the hat to you, it can not be easy to have and maintain that car in Lima. Cannonball Peru! I hope to join you one day. Saludos de Las Vegas!
Who ever does the camera work is top notch. Every video is breath taking.
It could be very interesting if you guys did some day a "making of" or a "behind the scene" ;) well done guys
Another fantastic video. The dent on the hood may have some sentimental value, you never know??
Thank you! I have enjoyed hours of watching your videos of the relationship of owners with their cars. I do not know where you get your budget from or anything but your filming in epic, your cars you chose are amazing. Just thank you!
What a cool story!
And i don't blame him, wow! what a stunning car.
Glad the car is driven but then again only driven cars shown up here and that's why its the best channel on TH-cam for cars.
love his attitude and philosophy. excellent.
An E-Type in Peru!!
Your films are incredible...
Great car. Great story. Thank you Mr. Rodrigo!
A S1 E-Type is a bucket list car for sure.
I saw one of them just 3 days ago in a garage in cannes, in a small street. it was a very modest garage, named garage Dupont, 2 cars barely fit. But there was this red e-type, the hood open whitout anyone around. she wasn't perfect, dusty, a lot of small scratch, but this magnificence.
Dude. I saw the same thing once in Vienna.
Life isn't a race and you have to enjoy the journey! That's what I got out of this film :) great stuff as per usual
I'm always thrilled when there's a new video from Petrolicious in my inbox! And, this one does not dissapoint!!
Gorgeous vehicle and beautiful location. Very different.
Lovely story. Like you, my E Type is the one car in my collection i could never sell.
Amazing car and beautiful location. I enjoy seeing car enthusiasts from other parts of the world other than here in the states.
This is superb. Thank you for sharing your story with us.
Enzo Ferrari remarked, "This is the most beautiful car in the world." Is that why Jag called it the "E" type? for Enzo. Only kidding, the natural progression of the 24 hours le Mans C & D type track cars. Always, one of my favourite designs, sublime.
Beautiful cinematography. Petrolicious are #1 for production quality.
The very first car I ever drove was my uncle's E Type(Mk2 IIRC?). I was 14 years of age. Says much for these cars that it didn't stall too hard. :) Many years on I've driven a couple of other examples. The ultimate Grand Tourer IMHO.
Congrats on 400,000 subscribers!
Great film. And great location.
the only channel u hit like before watch. Amazing
congrats on 400,000 subs
5:15 oh my...
It really is the most beautiful car ever made. Still on my bucket list.
Yes, it's a beautiful car. But most beautiful ever made? Well, I know Enzo Ferrari said it was, but I would tell Enzo to look in his own stable for even more exquisite cars. The 250 series would be a good start.
Actually, I like the C and D - type better.
+iraeich those are amazing cars as well, but the xke just has a certain balance for me. (Although I'd never kick a Ferrari out of bed for eating crackers either.... ;-)
I actually prefer the Coupé version. The series 1 E-Type Coupé was I believe the car Enzo described as the most beautiful car ever made. Of course it's similar to the roadster but I think the roof line of the Coupé adds a lot to the looks.
For me while I love E-Types there are plenty of other classics I prefer from a looks perspective. I think I am just overly familiar with E-Type though. Some times a car you are less familiar with you end up preferring.
David Bell
I have to agree with you there, the shape of the cabin and the side opening hatch does change the look of the car quite a bit. I'd probably still opt for the convertible because I prefer open air driving. But the coup does have a more exotic look to it.
The E-type shape is synonymous with classic cars in general. If you asked a teenager to draw the outline of a classic car, it would more than likely be something resembling this.
I can't believe you guys were here in Lima filming this!!
So true, its all about the "Trip" from A to B
Hood ding aside (and it really shouldn't worry anybody), this is a beautiful example of a beautiful car. All you Anglophobe Jag haters out there, just listen to what this GENTLEMAN has to say about this car.
great story, video and amazing car
awesome work
One truly awesome ride !! ...let´s do it again !!!...abrazo fuerte Miguel !!...Mercedes Benz 450 SLC ...2nd place
This guy is my idol
I wish they would do a piece on a 300SL Gullwing. I love the E-type and always will, but the 300SL just does something to me that I can't explain..... It's like the most beautiful woman you've ever seen with wheels!
Gorgeous car.
you got me fooled at 4:59
I just thought holy Sh*t, that's a collection! lol
Right there with you! I was thinking, wait, two shelves of cars, behind glass doors?? Then I put 2 and 2 together...
It is all about the journey!
GREAT VIDEO !!!
Excellent video! Although accent was hard to catch.
ummmm, it might be a Peruvian accent.
He means to understand...
i didnt see a Hyundai Accent anywhere...lol just kidding
+Jason Pinkwhistle *Spanish
I get a goosbumps in the first 15 sec. and I knew its gonna be a hell of story.. Thank you #Petrolicious
That's a very nice Jaguar
gorgeous motorcar.
Sigh;....I remember when some lucky people used to drive these Jaguars everyday, while the rest of us drove used Studebaker's, Chevies and Ramblers.
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BTW.....California is Beautiful!
Very true, but I gotta tell ya; what I wouldn't give to still have my Dad's 1955 Studebaker station wagon!
but that's not california ;)
Alonso Tejeda
Oh shit! You are right.
Hood Dent - Peru must be in need of a Paintless Dent Repair shop?
it gives character to the car.
It's a 1964 E-Type! I don't think this car needs a hood dent to give it character.
It's a 1964 E-Type, it probably came with that dent from factory. Jaguar were never too concerned about QC in those days.
It was a joke, referencing Jaguar's history of building vehicles that have questionable electrics, needlessly complicated mechanicals and that oxidize like a Lancia.
Doesn't mean they are any less pretty to look at though.
And I did all that without calling anyone names. Marvellous.
+Shaun W yes, some people have opinions but those that do call others names lose credibility right off the bat when they do. dont let him get to you
god i love this channel
Muy buen video. SIgue disfrutando del vehículo!!
Fabulously the best car in the world,a world beater when this motor hit the Roads back in the 60's, and to this day. X car fitter from Cov,
Agree with the title comment in that I am generally only into Aussie and US cars but the E type has always been right up there in my mind as one of the most beautiful cars ever made. Prefer the hardtop though.
I'm very fond of the hardtop Myself.It changes the lines of the car, accentuating the curves and really showing off the very classic look!
Really? Even if pushed I can't come up with one American classic car that I would be interested in when compared with Ferrari, Porsche, BMW, Jaguar, Lancia, Maserati, and Citroen. Maybe the Ford F40, Daytona Coupe and AC Cobra but those in my mind can't be classified as regular production classics, maybe the Cobra
Understand why you like what you like mate. I've always loved muscle cars and classics from the big three, don't know why but I do. Maybe because I grew up restoring old 1950's Holdens with my old man and my life still revolves around my workshop and restoring old Holdens and Fords.
Hit the nail on the head with that explanation mate.
To me this car in coupe form and the 300sl gullwing Mercedes are the most beautiful cars ever made but they are so unattainable that they might as well not exist. The thing I like about American muscle cars is you don't have to be a millionaire to own and drive one, at least in the US. One car I have lusted after since I was a kid though is a XBGT like the one in Mad Max. It's my understanding that they are like unicorns even in OZ though so the odds of me ever finding one are not in my favor.
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Hermoso auto, felicidades
5:05 E-type in 1/18 scale from Bburago, I have the same, my favorite car of all time!
Great story..
petrlocious!! ur awesome!
Subtitles?? Anyway great and beautiful video as usual. Petro you rock!
1:40. I can't even form the words....
As beautiful as this car is, I still prefer the E-Type Coupé. Just my opinion.
So this is the original cannonball run? So it was kind of like a homage to this man, that the film makers chose the Jaguar XJS to finish first in the film??!
beautiful.... but that dent in the bonnet is playing havoc with my OCD
Beautiful car........nothing else needs to be said.
Three daughters and no footage thereof. Disappointment knows no bounds...
The E-Type has a certain presence few other cars have.
You have taste Miguel
Thank god TH-cam has closed captioning!
Guys and Petrolicious! My dad is doing something extraordinary. He’s building a jaguar e-type out of ally by himself with hand tools. He’s got one hell of a story and vast experience. If your interested watch some of videos and you’ll see the work. Contact me if interested.
2:32 one of them with a Z of course
Great video as always. That dent in the hood kept catching my eye. please fix it.
Or talk about it... Tease it out even... There is a story there.
are u going to film in chile?
i just can't imagine him never having problems with the car.....even in brittain it's prone to overheating.
so in peru...maybe he upgraded it slightly...or maybe it's a different spec for overseas.
Looks like the car is upgraded , watch that exhaust system , that's not stock.
There were some photo's shown at one point that looked like they were taken during a restoration so I would imagine like most classic restorations they took the time to do a few upgrades for known faults. A big ally radiator with an electric fan I am sure would sort any over heating problems. With lots of classics now people know what the common faults are and people have worked out upgrades over the years to resolve them.
Still the world’s prettiest car.
vroom
Must be a 64 3.8, but has the interior of the 4.2?
Despite the E-type's enduring popularity, I could never get behind it. The design of it, despite what that egomaniac Ferrari might have said, does nothing for me. That said, I can usually find something positive about any old car, and that is much the case here. I'll just appreciate its existence as a monument to a bygone time.
I am happily married to a Mercedes but if I were to have an affair it would be with an E-Type.
Damn, vistas were so beautiful in this video I barely saw there was a car.
this is 4th time I am asking
please do volvo 24x or 14x. please! plentiful and definitely a classic. yoi have done toyota mr2 before so volvo 240 should be not a problem.
long time subscriber
I like the older Volvo as well but think a older Amazon maybe a ex rally
one be a good car to showcase
+Tony Pate yes. they have done a few really old ones. p1800. 122 would be great . but also 240 specifically is my request
But... what cars do u guys have? i mean the petreolicious productors
Not sure if you're using warp stabilizer or something but it doesn't look good!!!
I was astonished to see how tiny it is when I saw it in real life. It may be smaller than mx-5
really? I've driven the E-type- it felt like a pretty long vehicle. The hood seems to go on for ever. Never thought to compare it to the mx-5
Well naturally, hood takes up half of the length. I didn't drive it though, was just expecting it to be bigger.
true, it does seem pretty large in film. Maybe because people sit so low in the seats.
Car is pretty long for what it is. Small inside, narrow overall and you sit very low--I can't even see around a Prius in mine. But I would say it is much larger overall than a Miata.
If you look at a lot of old cars compared with their modern equivalents they are often much smaller. The lack of having to have much in the way of safety features just meant everything could be got into a smaller package.
The exception to that rule would maybe be classic American cars.
You can’t lose interest in an E-Type.
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talk about hover craft fitment
Killyleagh
wait, so this man legit changed the law so he can have his e type...
The mk1 is the best looking 👍🏻
Where does he stash all the cocaine
From the way you talk in public, probably in your nostrils, Boris. :D
ir your ass.
Nice stereotype you got going, he said he's an architect
what road is he driving on. does anybody know
Outskirts of Lima, Peru.
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