Harry I am not surprised to hear you had 28 mill views you are the only motoring journo who does not consantly reffer to pwer and show cars powersliding their way around car parks or race tracks you talk about the very real world we live in and the everyday running costs / servicing/ problems with ignition systems / or injection systems keep up the great work love the channel and content across all the channels here and harrys farm outside visits to other garages and manufacturers
Hope the manufacturers and suppliers are taking note of the standards of their parts that carry their name and brand. If they cut costs, then there's a price to pay in their reputation. All very well using 3rd parties and charging OEM prices but if the parts aren't up to scratch..
@@teeess9551 sorry english is my 3rd language i seldom type but often speak North walien was my first south walien was my second Englishi is the third mixed with esperanto I can also speak basic Italien with a little russian
I love the narrative of this channel, Harry shows the real world of classic car ownership, positive and negative. You have to have a passion for classics which Harry clearly has, and that is infectious to all the viewers of this outstanding and entertaining channel, thanks for all the content in 2022.
Love the commitment to the Fulvia restoration. The metal working episodes were amazing. You obviously when so much further than expected on that one, Harry. It looks glorious and so unique.
I wish more TH-camrs did honest videos like this. Too often the impression of owning cars looks all fun and games. Little do people realise the reality. Thanks as always for all of the great videos Harry! And sorry I don’t mean to lump you into the “TH-camr” category, we know you’re much more than that 😁 all the best!
You know, Harry I have to say, over the years you've become a much better presenter. You were fine in the early days, but now you are confident that your audience comprehends your message and comfortable delivering it. You're excellent out what you do, I love your videos.
My favorites, too. The long trips with classic cars are some of the best TH-cam videos, period. They're like Top Gear specials without all the pandemonium.
Harry, you must really love that Jag XJ. A true petrol head, if there ever was one! Happy New Year and thank you for all the brilliant content on your channel over the past year.
My dad had one, which I inherited. Wish I could've restored it like harry. Still, it saw out my dad's driving career and to be honest I was glad to sell it. Amazing car tho.
Hi Harry, happy new year. Great fan and all that. Wanted to say that I'd been fighting to get my XJS V12 working right for the last 8 years with all the issues and many more that you have been experiencing. I also bought the AJ6 modifications including the exhaust and have also had it converted to manual. However no matter what I did, one or more cylinders would stop working. Bought new injectors, fuel regulators, all the sensors, plugs, ignition wires, distributor, ignition amplifier, coils, etc... and the list goes on and on. I've recently bought a very interesting system from a chap in Norway, who sells a kit to convert the car to a modern ECU system which also removes the need for the ignition distributor and all the vacuum pipes. All I can say is WOW!! I recommend you do a search for Mobeck Tekniske Jaguar V12 efi kit, in the case you have problems again. I'm not affiliated in any way with these guys. All I can say is that I can now balance a very thin coin on one side of the engine intake and it doesn't fall down!!!! By the way I'm based in Pakistan and I have the only V12 XJS coupe in the whole country!!!
Couldn’t agree more…as a petrolhead I own 2 performance cars but have 1000 mile limits on both each year. Companies lie about range even on the adverts when you read the small print at the bottom of the screen. Poor infrastructure is another government failure… and don’t be naive to think EV owners won’t be charged in the near future to get some revenue back to the government. Keep it coming Harry…you are perfectly placed and knowledgeable to be able to give a sensible view of things👍👍
Harry , it's been a pleasure to come along for the ride. You have got to be one of THE best channels out there. Straight forward and to the point but superbly informative, thanks to all the team involved.
Sorry to hear the Jaguar had so many issues after that magnificent restoration! Hopefully it gets fixed up for 2023. Thanks for all the great videos in 2022!
I love you Harry. Having a crap week and even though I watched this when it came out it came up in my recommendations. Everything about your videos, content, filming, voice and your practical knowledge just made my day better
A great summary video of the year, back in about 1988/89 I had a 1984 Jaguar 4.2 Sovereign ( my first Jaguar, I am now on my 11th ) I also had issues with the fuel tank change over valves, similar to you , the first I knew was a car following me on a motorway kept flashing their lights for me to pull over, when I did he told me my N/S tank was overflowing and spraying his car with a spray of fuel, I then had to make sure I used the N/S tank first as the O/S tank used to pump into it ! A short while later we got the valve renewed and all good after that. Love your collection and find the videos very informative , thank you so much.
Happy New Year, all! I so feel Harry's pain. On the "slightly" cheaper end of the classic car spectrum: I ran a MGB GT for a few years as a daily. The issue with "new" parts that just weren't up to any standard is so (!) familiar + to frustration from having a just refreshed car play up yet again. Good job Harry's got a few alternative cars to use - for me it was start spannering on a Friday, have it back together and running on Monday morning :-)
Yes, if you can avoid replacing kit its usually the best policy. Had a series of 'new' coils which failed on me, the original lasted 40 years prior to that. Very annoying.
@@cdg3818 I know what you mean. Unfortunately not only was my time to work on it limited - more crucially the skill was/is, too. I managed to rebuild the clutch slave cylinder, but due to shoddy new rubber parts I did that twice in my 5 years with the car. Then there were the Armstrong-style dampers on the front... They were basically a routine service item, each time being replaced with refurbished items - until I upgraded to coils ...
The Lancia Fulvia Zagato was definitely a high point for me. I consider the videos capturing all of the work that went into this little car to be among the best content I've seen on TH-cam. I'm not even a Lancia fan per se, yet I've become very enamored with this car in terms of what it represents to Harry personally as well as it being representative of all the individuals that worked on restoring it. Once again, I tip my cap to all involved.
Happy new year Harry and Mrs Harry! Just chiming in to say that I love that this video basically starts under the bonnet of the XJC - it's about the love of cars, not just how they look and what the numbers on paper are! Your channel and your collection is always a breath of fresh air. Happy New Year to you and yours!
Happy New Year! Good way to start it. I'm about to renew an insurance policy on one car so I reckon £7.5k for your fleet is excellent. Poor replacement parts is a shoddy situation as I bet the prices are premium. Thanks, Harry, for so many excellent Sunday evenings and I look forward to seeing 600k subscribers and future uploads. To you and Mrs M, have a great 2023.
Few haters in the comments which I wasn't expecting. He is a self made man & chooses to share his knowledge & experience with the general public. Least he is not up himself like other wannabe TH-camrs . Harry informs, educates & entertains. Look forward to more videos in 2023.
Harry, you have the best you tube channel without a doubt. Thanks for a most entertaining and informative year. Looking forward to 2023 and many more years of sharing your passion for all things automotive.
Fantastic to see the reality of running these old cars I can live through you vicariously and not have to deal with breakdowns bills and disappointment for the fleeting pleasure, Fabulous Content H.
Loved the channel a real pleasure to watch, many thanks for taking the time, also thanks to your son and Mrs for holding the camera. 1) The Jag I would be really annoyed with, I remember the guy that built the engine had loads of V12 engines and XJ-S cars in the workshop and he said we can do this and we can do that. I would have sent the Jag back saying, " Well you can get this running as it should". Surely the amount of experience in that workshop there must some knowledge of injectors. I remember they talked you into having some new ignition system. Back in the day the twin tank system was never a problem other than wear and tear. All subjective, but in my view the XJ Coupe sits too low and has a ruined stance, in my opinion it looks like a 10 year old, 100,000 miler with saging suspension. 2) This may or may not help but Lucas were an importer for Magneti marelli during the time your Espada was built, maybe some old Lucas dealer may have some original parts lying around. 3) The Lamborghini gearbox, this would drive me nuts. It is like a weeping sore without a plaster. In summarization you have shown that these old cars are a labour of love and hassle, a bit like a boat, a constant money drain. You are lucky you are someone who has a plethora of toys to choose from, if you were on a budget with either the Jag, or either Lambo, and they were all you had, you would soon out them. I believe the issue with these so called supercars is they were not that good to begin with so they did not sell many. So, the knowledge is scarce. All those mechanics that worked on Ferraris where I worked are now dead, all the knowledge died with them. If I was to have a 1970's classic I would have either a Jensen Interceptor, any TR or MG. The reason being is there is still so much knowledge and exellent parts supply around these cars, after all, what good is a car that does not move. All of you have a Happy and Healthy 2023.
I really enjoyed this episode. You delivered it as if you were giving me - the viewer - a personal tour of your garage. So much better than blabbing out horsepower and torque stats. Recently discovered your channel and am thoroughly enjoying it.
You remain so upbeat even facing setbacks having spent so much time and money. That must be so disappointing but you just muddle on through. I take my hat off to you. Great content on some fantastic past viewing. And to think I dont even have to buy a viewing license to watch. Happy new year Mr Metcalf
If the car and bike reviews on you tube were in a race, you just lapped them all. The Dakar collection is beautiful, the background history with the daily running costs and faults laid bare really sets this apart from the rest, absolutely brilliant.
I fitted my Espada with a fully electronic ignition. No issues since and a very healthy spark. It might worth to ask TG Classics in Willich, Germany for it.
I like how open you are about the cost of owning your cars Harry, others tend to skip over that but it's actually a big part of motoring as a whole, running costs, repairs, brakedowns etc.
Harry, you're an absolute legend! Thanks for bringing so much enjoyment through quality content in 2022. Look forward to more of the same in 2023! All the best to you 👍
Harry - I big heartfelt thank you for all your videos and the hard work that goes into producing such compelling content. Across Garage and Farm you are my weekly refuge with a good cuppa. Thanks so much fella 🙏
All the best for 2023, Harry. Your weekly videos are a highlight for me every Sunday. I don’t know how you do it. Glad to hear you’re doing Sandraiders again as the video of that was fantastic. But for me both the road trips and the restoration videos are most enjoyable. I find your farm channel absolutely fascinating as well.
I enjoy your program and the selective content. After watching your show and the diverse collection of autos your knowledge of your "drivers" cars keeps me coming back. Great job and thank you From New Jersey.
I actually enjoy these videos quite a lot, and it's very nice too see that you're transparent about the costs, the highs and the lows. As every car owner knows, a car is expensive to maintain and bad luck happens, even with just a regular everyday car. It always looks like everybody has the best car, all the luck and nothing unexpected happens, especially on social media. So, thanks Harry! Hope many more great videos will come out in 2023!
Another brilliant year's worth of videos Harry with the rebuilds, restoration work, the arrival of the Emira plus all the road trips so brilliantly recorded for us by Mrs M. Thanks for one of TH-cams most watchable channels. Best wishes for 2023.
As the owner of 8 cars of various vintages it’s always instructive to see your end of year videos to hear about insurance, maintenance and restoration costs.Interesting challenges that you’ve encountered post restoration with the Jaguar and Lamborghinis regarding remanufactured parts compatibility. Great to hear your confidence with the Lotus and Lancia. Thank you for the real life content and opinions related to ownership of such a diverse fleet of interesting cars.
Thanks for all your 2022 videos. The favourite for me as the owner of a 2008 Jaguar XJ is the XJ-C V12. Your problem with the 2 petrol tanks reminded me of the Series 3 I had years ago. I recall stopping at the pumps and a passer-by asked if I'd checked they had enough in the station tanks! Looking forward to your 2023 videos.
I'd be interested to know the mileage run breakdown for the collection. One wonders just how much you drive, including perhaps hours. Love the classics, the new performance cars, no use for things like Land Rovers. Thanks and Happy New Year!
Thanks so much For all the videos and info Harry, really look forward to your comments and experiences with these cars and bikes. All the best for 2023. PS, my favourite is still the Rolls trip in the snow.
Another year of great content, thanks for your efforts this year Harry. The lesson I take away from this round up is not to restore a favourite car unless you want to make it undriveable!!
Harry, what do YT algorithms know about emotion, passion and excitement when it comes to anything car related. Your detailed, informative and thoroughly entertaining series on the Lancia restoration was top notch & I was very happy that you took us with you on this emotional, one of a kind journey. The fact that you present such a variety of car reviews, restorations and other related videos (EVs, alternative fuels, etc) is why we all love your channel. Please keep doing what you do, as we all enjoy your diverse content! 👍👍
Thank you, Harry. Your Harry's Garage channel is one of my absolute favourites and thank you for the introduction to Iain Tyrrell. I feel your pain and frustration when it comes to ordering replacement parts and getting less than acceptable performance from the parts organization. That was a very mild rant. Sometimes really good things can happen. I had a brilliant experience a few years ago, Feb 2016, with my (moderately warmed up) Saab 2.8 V6 manual 9-3 aero. The air conditioning compressor died. The Saab specialist servicing company that I trust is 1,100 km away and I couldn't drive to them at the time to get the work done. The genuine Saab part was over $3,000, but there was an OEM part for around $600 that they use. They didn't have one in stock, but they gave me the ebay link to the part. I checked it out and ordered. I got an email from the American company asking for my VIN because it was a different market and they wanted to make sure that it was the correct part for my car. They could have just sold it to me and not bothered about whether or not it fitted. But they checked to make sure. It was the right part. I call that good service. It ended up costing $650 delivered. Swedish Prestige/Melbourne European here in Australia and BuyAutoParts.com in the USA both get a big tick of approval from me.
Fascinating insight into exotic car ownership, as usual. I love the restoration content though! The kind of work and a level of commitment I can only aspire to! Please keep buying sentimental wrecks and bringing them back 👍🏻
On your TT600..We set one up for endurance racing here..At the end of the 6 hour event, we pulled the cam cover off and noticed our camshaft had gone missing!!..along with the greater part of the valve geat..DO have all of the oil you can get to the top end get there..and be as cool as possible..The 600 lump gets ever so warm on a storney good run.
I was thinking why are these videos so rewarding to watch ? Seems to be your mixture of refreshing honesty informative simplicity your likeable persona and a tasteful selection of vehicles , good luck in 2023 and my best regards to your main man and mrs m .
Thanks for all the great videos in 2022. You are an inspiration and a big hero for me. I have followed your channel since the start. I wish you all the best for 2023. Greetings from your number one fan in Sweden 😊
Put 3k on my P8 and 1k on my XKR-S GT… but I got the P7 out for its 1st real drive … my new favorite Jag. We just restarted our YT channel for 2023… going to a lot of content with all 3! Your videos have been helpful over the years… thanks! David Moore said to send you his regards!
You learn so much about vintage car restoration, car ownership, as well as from the new car reviews watching Harry. Thanks for all the joy and fun of ‘22. Surprising was parts replacement from Jaguar and Lambo that proved faulty! Are they really making these parts in China? Harry should claim compensation for the damage and extra expense caused after the fitting of these genuine faulty parts! Many of us never know the root cause of why our car components sometimes fail but Harry always has a fascinating answer from the brilliant people he uses to service and rebuild his cars. The coolant hose issue on the Jag Project 8 was illuminating. Look forward to the Countach and many other car reviews in ‘23 from my favourite You Tube car guy - HM.
Just to say thanks for all the wonderful videos this year Harry. BOTH your channels are quite simply essential viewing! Many thanks for hours of enjoyment.
I love how open Harry is with the costs of the garage... helps a pleb like me work out what could potentially go wrong with owning older cars! Question is... where is the convertible blue Mercedes SL?
Mister Metcalfe thank you very much for sharing all this great content true out the year. It makes us enjoy the ownership of such cars and running a collection. The strong side of your videos seems to be your own style, doing your own thing. Where everybody fly s out to the same press launch you do it your own way! Like with the gt3 also your grandson in the back of the turbo s and visits in mister Tyrells workshop are awsome! Idee for a video, a car off the year video (like evo) but than with classics from a certain time frame or price point. I hope you and your family have great healthy and successful 2023! Best regards Frank
Harry I am not surprised to hear you had 28 mill views you are the only motoring journo who does not consantly reffer to pwer and show cars powersliding their way around car parks or race tracks you talk about the very real world we live in and the everyday running costs / servicing/ problems with ignition systems / or injection systems keep up the great work love the channel and content across all the channels here and harrys farm outside visits to other garages and manufacturers
Totally agree, real life stuff and so well presented. Lots more please Harry, wish I had your energy!
Hope the manufacturers and suppliers are taking note of the standards of their parts that carry their name and brand. If they cut costs, then there's a price to pay in their reputation. All very well using 3rd parties and charging OEM prices but if the parts aren't up to scratch..
Agreed. Most car channels these days seem to just go wild about how loud a car is and don't factor in much else.
@@teeess9551 sorry english is my 3rd language i seldom type but often speak North walien was my first south walien was my second Englishi is the third mixed with esperanto I can also speak basic Italien with a little russian
@@simonjones7785 Good stuff. I do English and Swedish fluently, with rudimentary German and Maori.
With a name like yours that seems peculiar.
I love the narrative of this channel, Harry shows the real world of classic car ownership, positive and negative.
You have to have a passion for classics which Harry clearly has, and that is infectious to all the viewers of this outstanding and entertaining channel, thanks for all the content in 2022.
yes and you have to have a looooooooooooot of money..
Jayemm on Cars is another great channel that has good, real-life reviews of cars
Thank you for another year of top-drawer content Harry
Love the commitment to the Fulvia restoration. The metal working episodes were amazing. You obviously when so much further than expected on that one, Harry. It looks glorious and so unique.
I wish more TH-camrs did honest videos like this. Too often the impression of owning cars looks all fun and games. Little do people realise the reality. Thanks as always for all of the great videos Harry! And sorry I don’t mean to lump you into the “TH-camr” category, we know you’re much more than that 😁 all the best!
Telling the real stories of restoration. Look forward to more great content in 2023.
You know, Harry I have to say, over the years you've become a much better presenter. You were fine in the early days, but now you are confident that your audience comprehends your message and comfortable delivering it. You're excellent out what you do, I love your videos.
My favorite part of your channel is the road trips and the older cars. I’m Looking forward to the next year.
My favorites, too. The long trips with classic cars are some of the best TH-cam videos, period. They're like Top Gear specials without all the pandemonium.
The 600k of Harry's subscribers are so lucky to have found his channel - Thanks again Harry for such consistently good content
Harry, you must really love that Jag XJ. A true petrol head, if there ever was one! Happy New Year and thank you for all the brilliant content on your channel over the past year.
My dad had one, which I inherited. Wish I could've restored it like harry. Still, it saw out my dad's driving career and to be honest I was glad to sell it. Amazing car tho.
You and Ian's channels are amazing ....Keep up the great work !
Hi Harry, happy new year.
Great fan and all that. Wanted to say that I'd been fighting to get my XJS V12 working right for the last 8 years with all the issues and many more that you have been experiencing. I also bought the AJ6 modifications including the exhaust and have also had it converted to manual. However no matter what I did, one or more cylinders would stop working. Bought new injectors, fuel regulators, all the sensors, plugs, ignition wires, distributor, ignition amplifier, coils, etc... and the list goes on and on.
I've recently bought a very interesting system from a chap in Norway, who sells a kit to convert the car to a modern ECU system which also removes the need for the ignition distributor and all the vacuum pipes. All I can say is WOW!! I recommend you do a search for Mobeck Tekniske Jaguar V12 efi kit, in the case you have problems again. I'm not affiliated in any way with these guys.
All I can say is that I can now balance a very thin coin on one side of the engine intake and it doesn't fall down!!!!
By the way I'm based in Pakistan and I have the only V12 XJS coupe in the whole country!!!
Upvoting this in the hope Harry might see it
Are you in Karachi?
I'm based in Lahore.
Thanks again Harry and the team for all the content during 22 all the best for 23 ⛽
Couldn’t agree more…as a petrolhead I own 2 performance cars but have 1000 mile limits on both each year. Companies lie about range even on the adverts when you read the small print at the bottom of the screen.
Poor infrastructure is another government failure… and don’t be naive to think EV owners won’t be charged in the near future to get some revenue back to the government.
Keep it coming Harry…you are perfectly placed and knowledgeable to be able to give a sensible view of things👍👍
Thanks for taking us along on your journey through 2022. Looking forward to your automotive journey in 2023.
Harry , it's been a pleasure to come along for the ride. You have got to be one of THE best channels out there. Straight forward and to the point but superbly informative, thanks to all the team involved.
This is why we watch your channel. A mix of enthusiasm bordering on joy, and keeping it real.
Thanks for the great entertainment in 2022 - looking forward to more of the same in 2023. All the best.
Sorry to hear the Jaguar had so many issues after that magnificent restoration! Hopefully it gets fixed up for 2023. Thanks for all the great videos in 2022!
I love you Harry. Having a crap week and even though I watched this when it came out it came up in my recommendations. Everything about your videos, content, filming, voice and your practical knowledge just made my day better
Thanks Harry. Looking forward to spending 2023 with you!
You are absolutely right- you have open the garage and say AH and WOW. The visuals to me are so important.
Harry you are a pleasure to listen to……a wealth of knowledge and text packed with all the important stuff……I love that Jag XC
A great summary video of the year, back in about 1988/89 I had a 1984 Jaguar 4.2 Sovereign ( my first Jaguar, I am now on my 11th ) I also had issues with the fuel tank change over valves, similar to you , the first I knew was a car following me on a motorway kept flashing their lights for me to pull over, when I did he told me my N/S tank was overflowing and spraying his car with a spray of fuel, I then had to make sure I used the N/S tank first as the O/S tank used to pump into it ! A short while later we got the valve renewed and all good after that. Love your collection and find the videos very informative , thank you so much.
The thing i like about this guy our Harry is he's a smart cookie and he's transparent nothing to hide like some guys one TH-cam.
Happy New Year, all!
I so feel Harry's pain. On the "slightly" cheaper end of the classic car spectrum: I ran a MGB GT for a few years as a daily. The issue with "new" parts that just weren't up to any standard is so (!) familiar + to frustration from having a just refreshed car play up yet again.
Good job Harry's got a few alternative cars to use - for me it was start spannering on a Friday, have it back together and running on Monday morning :-)
Yes, if you can avoid replacing kit its usually the best policy. Had a series of 'new' coils which failed on me, the original lasted 40 years prior to that. Very annoying.
@@cdg3818 I know what you mean. Unfortunately not only was my time to work on it limited - more crucially the skill was/is, too. I managed to rebuild the clutch slave cylinder, but due to shoddy new rubber parts I did that twice in my 5 years with the car. Then there were the Armstrong-style dampers on the front... They were basically a routine service item, each time being replaced with refurbished items - until I upgraded to coils ...
The Lancia Fulvia Zagato was definitely a high point for me. I consider the videos capturing all of the work that went into this little car to be among the best content I've seen on TH-cam. I'm not even a Lancia fan per se, yet I've become very enamored with this car in terms of what it represents to Harry personally as well as it being representative of all the individuals that worked on restoring it. Once again, I tip my cap to all involved.
Happy new year Harry and Mrs Harry! Just chiming in to say that I love that this video basically starts under the bonnet of the XJC - it's about the love of cars, not just how they look and what the numbers on paper are! Your channel and your collection is always a breath of fresh air. Happy New Year to you and yours!
Happy New Year! Good way to start it. I'm about to renew an insurance policy on one car so I reckon £7.5k for your fleet is excellent. Poor replacement parts is a shoddy situation as I bet the prices are premium. Thanks, Harry, for so many excellent Sunday evenings and I look forward to seeing 600k subscribers and future uploads. To you and Mrs M, have a great 2023.
Thanks for being so transparent Harry! Wish you all the best for 2023, you're an inspiration to us all.
Few haters in the comments which I wasn't expecting. He is a self made man & chooses to share his knowledge & experience with the general public.
Least he is not up himself like other wannabe TH-camrs . Harry informs, educates & entertains. Look forward to more videos in 2023.
Thankyou for all the videos this year Harry, and good luck and best wishes for '23!
Harry, you have the best you tube channel without a doubt. Thanks for a most entertaining and informative year. Looking forward to 2023 and many more years of sharing your passion for all things automotive.
Fantastic to see the reality of running these old cars I can live through you vicariously and not have to deal with breakdowns bills and disappointment for the fleeting pleasure, Fabulous Content H.
Wow, the sound of the Jag at the end! Thanks for such an entertaining 2022 Harry and best wishes to you and your family in 2023.
Loved the channel a real pleasure to watch, many thanks for taking the time, also thanks to your son and Mrs for holding the camera.
1) The Jag I would be really annoyed with, I remember the guy that built the engine had loads of V12 engines and XJ-S cars in the workshop and he said we can do this and we can do that. I would have sent the Jag back saying, " Well you can get this running as it should". Surely the amount of experience in that workshop there must some knowledge of injectors. I remember they talked you into having some new ignition system. Back in the day the twin tank system was never a problem other than wear and tear. All subjective, but in my view the XJ Coupe sits too low and has a ruined stance, in my opinion it looks like a 10 year old, 100,000 miler with saging suspension.
2) This may or may not help but Lucas were an importer for Magneti marelli during the time your Espada was built, maybe some old Lucas dealer may have some original parts lying around.
3) The Lamborghini gearbox, this would drive me nuts. It is like a weeping sore without a plaster.
In summarization you have shown that these old cars are a labour of love and hassle, a bit like a boat, a constant money drain. You are lucky you are someone who has a plethora of toys to choose from, if you were on a budget with either the Jag, or either Lambo, and they were all you had, you would soon out them. I believe the issue with these so called supercars is they were not that good to begin with so they did not sell many. So, the knowledge is scarce. All those mechanics that worked on Ferraris where I worked are now dead, all the knowledge died with them. If I was to have a 1970's classic I would have either a Jensen Interceptor, any TR or MG. The reason being is there is still so much knowledge and exellent parts supply around these cars, after all, what good is a car that does not move.
All of you have a Happy and Healthy 2023.
Thank you, Harry. All the best for 2023.
I really enjoyed this episode. You delivered it as if you were giving me - the viewer - a personal tour of your garage. So much better than blabbing out horsepower and torque stats. Recently discovered your channel and am thoroughly enjoying it.
You remain so upbeat even facing setbacks having spent so much time and money. That must be so disappointing but you just muddle on through. I take my hat off to you. Great content on some fantastic past viewing. And to think I dont even have to buy a viewing license to watch. Happy new year Mr Metcalf
Hard life innit
He can afford it. Don’t spill any tears for him
Aw must be do difficult being so rich.
Simon you made me laugh out loud, one of life's innocents I guess!
He's got 20 other cars to drive and a castle. I hope he can survive the "disappointment."
What a great year. Thanks. Looking forward to 2023 and following your adventures again for another year.
If the car and bike reviews on you tube were in a race, you just lapped them all. The Dakar collection is beautiful, the background history with the daily running costs and faults laid bare really sets this apart from the rest, absolutely brilliant.
I fitted my Espada with a fully electronic ignition. No issues since and a very healthy spark. It might worth to ask TG Classics in Willich, Germany for it.
Such a pleasure to see you driving the Fulvia through Burford earlier today - it looks amazing. Thank you for another year of top notch content.
I admire Harry's stoicism in the face of a few frustrations and disappointments.
There's something so special about a man just talking without bullshitting or trying to create false illusions in his audience. Why is this so rare!?
I like how open you are about the cost of owning your cars Harry, others tend to skip over that but it's actually a big part of motoring as a whole, running costs, repairs, brakedowns etc.
Would be keen to hear how that spirited little Yaris is doing as well! Love that thing.
Thank you Harry, for the best motoring TV available, here's to 2023. All the best 👍
Harry, you're an absolute legend! Thanks for bringing so much enjoyment through quality content in 2022. Look forward to more of the same in 2023! All the best to you 👍
Harry - I big heartfelt thank you for all your videos and the hard work that goes into producing such compelling content. Across Garage and Farm you are my weekly refuge with a good cuppa. Thanks so much fella 🙏
Harry. Many thanks for the 2022 content and looking forward to 2023 and what that brings. All the best to you and the family for the coming year.
All the best for 2023, Harry. Your weekly videos are a highlight for me every Sunday. I don’t know how you do it. Glad to hear you’re doing Sandraiders again as the video of that was fantastic. But for me both the road trips and the restoration videos are most enjoyable. I find your farm channel absolutely fascinating as well.
I enjoy your program and the selective content. After watching your show and the diverse collection of autos your knowledge of your "drivers" cars keeps me coming back. Great job and thank you From New Jersey.
I actually enjoy these videos quite a lot, and it's very nice too see that you're transparent about the costs, the highs and the lows. As every car owner knows, a car is expensive to maintain and bad luck happens, even with just a regular everyday car. It always looks like everybody has the best car, all the luck and nothing unexpected happens, especially on social media. So, thanks Harry! Hope many more great videos will come out in 2023!
The restorations were one of the most exciting thing of your channel for 2022! Would love to hear more about the Jag V12 and the Fulvia!! Thank you!
Another brilliant year's worth of videos Harry with the rebuilds, restoration work, the arrival of the Emira plus all the road trips so brilliantly recorded for us by Mrs M. Thanks for one of TH-cams most watchable channels. Best wishes for 2023.
Can't wait for your F40 and F50 reviews. Great job as always. Thank you.
Love the honesty about the problems you have had with the cars and reproduction parts.Hopefully they all get sorted.
As the owner of 8 cars of various vintages it’s always instructive to see your end of year videos to hear about insurance, maintenance and restoration costs.Interesting challenges that you’ve encountered post restoration with the Jaguar and Lamborghinis regarding remanufactured parts compatibility. Great to hear your confidence with the Lotus and Lancia. Thank you for the real life content and opinions related to ownership of such a diverse fleet of interesting cars.
Great video and a great reminder of all the first class videos of the last year. Thank you.
Thank you Harry. Here's to a successful 2023!
Excellent inspiring non bullshit content editing and presentation . These must be the best uploads on TH-cam in this genre. Great stuff. Thanks
Thanks for all your 2022 videos. The favourite for me as the owner of a 2008 Jaguar XJ is the XJ-C V12. Your problem with the 2 petrol tanks reminded me of the Series 3 I had years ago. I recall stopping at the pumps and a passer-by asked if I'd checked they had enough in the station tanks! Looking forward to your 2023 videos.
Harry’s video’s are *always* excellent and well worth watching. I’ve laughed and learnt so much, and want to express my warmest thanks.
Nearly cried to see the petrol running down that beautiful paint on the XJC. Thanks for this ‘warts and all’ roundup. 🙌🏼🙌🏼🙌🏼
Thank you Harry and Mrs M for the last year's content👍
I hope you know how highly you are spoken about by lots of motoring you tubers and us veiwers
I've just got to say the Zagato ranks number 1 for me. I was glued to every episode.
I'd be interested to know the mileage run breakdown for the collection. One wonders just how much you drive, including perhaps hours. Love the classics, the new performance cars, no use for things like Land Rovers. Thanks and Happy New Year!
Thanks for all the videos Harry. Your love for all your cars is infectious. I love the XJC V12. Beautiful.
Super appreciate speaking up for the Lambo Parts situation at the factory!!!
Harry you are as original and as unique as the cars in your collection. Keep up the great work!
Such a fine selection of great cars.
Thanks so much For all the videos and info Harry, really look forward to your comments and experiences with these cars and bikes. All the best for 2023. PS, my favourite is still the Rolls trip in the snow.
Harry’s such a pleasure to watch,his enthusiasm just floods out,proper feel good attitude and always positive! Thanks Harry!!
Another year of great content, thanks for your efforts this year Harry. The lesson I take away from this round up is not to restore a favourite car unless you want to make it undriveable!!
Thanks Harry, for a great year. Best real life content... Every video is a pleasure
Harry, what do YT algorithms know about emotion, passion and excitement when it comes to anything car related. Your detailed, informative and thoroughly entertaining series on the Lancia restoration was top notch & I was very happy that you took us with you on this emotional, one of a kind journey.
The fact that you present such a variety of car reviews, restorations and other related videos (EVs, alternative fuels, etc) is why we all love your channel. Please keep doing what you do, as we all enjoy your diverse content! 👍👍
Thank you, Harry. Your Harry's Garage channel is one of my absolute favourites and thank you for the introduction to Iain Tyrrell. I feel your pain and frustration when it comes to ordering replacement parts and getting less than acceptable performance from the parts organization. That was a very mild rant.
Sometimes really good things can happen.
I had a brilliant experience a few years ago, Feb 2016, with my (moderately warmed up) Saab 2.8 V6 manual 9-3 aero. The air conditioning compressor died. The Saab specialist servicing company that I trust is 1,100 km away and I couldn't drive to them at the time to get the work done. The genuine Saab part was over $3,000, but there was an OEM part for around $600 that they use. They didn't have one in stock, but they gave me the ebay link to the part. I checked it out and ordered. I got an email from the American company asking for my VIN because it was a different market and they wanted to make sure that it was the correct part for my car. They could have just sold it to me and not bothered about whether or not it fitted. But they checked to make sure. It was the right part. I call that good service. It ended up costing $650 delivered.
Swedish Prestige/Melbourne European here in Australia and BuyAutoParts.com in the USA both get a big tick of approval from me.
Thanks for keeping us all entertained so well in 2022 Harry!
The greatest motor channel on YT. Appreciate your work and transparency Harry. Vivre 2023🎉
Fascinating insight into exotic car ownership, as usual. I love the restoration content though! The kind of work and a level of commitment I can only aspire to! Please keep buying sentimental wrecks and bringing them back 👍🏻
On your TT600..We set one up for endurance racing here..At the end of the 6 hour event, we pulled the cam cover off and noticed our camshaft had gone missing!!..along with the greater part of the valve geat..DO have all of the oil you can get to the top end get there..and be as cool as possible..The 600 lump gets ever so warm on a storney good run.
I love how the Project 7 and Lotus are so strangely reliable and affordable. All the cars and bikes look great! HNY 2023!
Harry well done so cool honest and concise, a joy to watch..
Thanks for being just the best entertainment (across car and farm!) for 2022, happy new year and look forward to the 2023 content.
Happy new year Harry I have enjoyed your videos throughout the year, looking forward to many more for 2023
I was thinking why are these videos so rewarding to watch ?
Seems to be your mixture of refreshing honesty informative simplicity your likeable persona and a tasteful selection of vehicles , good luck in 2023 and my best regards to your main man and mrs m .
Thanks for a great contribution in 2022 Harry
Looking forward to the new vids in 2023
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What a great round up and 2022 content - thank you Harry! Keep doing what youre doing.
Amazing! Thank you for all of the awesome videos in 2022 and can’t wait for 2023! 🙏🏼
Good luck for the future and 2023 with new parts, may they all fit from now on. Happy New Year for you and your family.
Thanks for all the great videos in 2022. You are an inspiration and a big hero for me. I have followed your channel since the start. I wish you all the best for 2023. Greetings from your number one fan in Sweden 😊
Put 3k on my P8 and 1k on my XKR-S GT… but I got the P7 out for its 1st real drive … my new favorite Jag. We just restarted our YT channel for 2023… going to a lot of content with all 3! Your videos have been helpful over the years… thanks! David Moore said to send you his regards!
I just love Harry’s new Lotus Emira.
You learn so much about vintage car restoration, car ownership, as well as from the new car reviews watching Harry. Thanks for all the joy and fun of ‘22. Surprising was parts replacement from Jaguar and Lambo that proved faulty! Are they really making these parts in China? Harry should claim compensation for the damage and extra expense caused after the fitting of these genuine faulty parts! Many of us never know the root cause of why our car components sometimes fail but Harry always has a fascinating answer from the brilliant people he uses to service and rebuild his cars. The coolant hose issue on the Jag Project 8 was illuminating. Look forward to the Countach and many other car reviews in ‘23 from my favourite You Tube car guy - HM.
Love a Garage tour 😊
Just to say thanks for all the wonderful videos this year Harry. BOTH your channels are quite simply essential viewing! Many thanks for hours of enjoyment.
What a year, I'm amazed you find the time for it all... and running a farm at the same time!
I love how open Harry is with the costs of the garage... helps a pleb like me work out what could potentially go wrong with owning older cars! Question is... where is the convertible blue Mercedes SL?
Mister Metcalfe thank you very much for sharing all this great content true out the year. It makes us enjoy the ownership of such cars and running a collection. The strong side of your videos seems to be your own style, doing your own thing. Where everybody fly s out to the same press launch you do it your own way! Like with the gt3 also your grandson in the back of the turbo s and visits in mister Tyrells workshop are awsome! Idee for a video, a car off the year video (like evo) but than with classics from a certain time frame or price point. I hope you and your family have great healthy and successful 2023! Best regards Frank