Retro Cool: Spa 6hrs in a Ford Falcon - /CHRIS HARRIS ON CARS

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  • @Yogi_Ratava
    @Yogi_Ratava 10 ปีที่แล้ว +51

    Those Mini drivers are ferocious! Like a swarm of bees any direction you look.

    • @mikedurhan9941
      @mikedurhan9941 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Same results every venue: "Tiny pee-pee = big balls = exciting racing." They're tough, for sure.......

  • @alexmartinez280
    @alexmartinez280 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    These race videos are so awesome. Birds eye peek to many who would otherwise never get to experience what it would be like. Thanks guys!!!

  • @Royalbobcatgto
    @Royalbobcatgto 7 ปีที่แล้ว +155

    As much as I wish Chris Harris success with Top Gear I'm sad all his videos are now over edited & trapped in a boring formula. Really would like to see him in more of these types of videos again.

    • @Eidrian111
      @Eidrian111 6 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      What on earth are you on about??? He makes by far the best car videos on TH-cam.

    • @samvimes1083
      @samvimes1083 6 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      These videos follow the exact same formula that his "Chris Harris on Cars" yt channel did, and I personally think they are fantastic.

    • @dragospahontu
      @dragospahontu 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      True

    • @dragospahontu
      @dragospahontu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@samvimes1083 he is talking about the other videos

    • @3DLE1010
      @3DLE1010 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ditto, I agree I love Chris in the raw format.....

  • @geriatricmotorcars9516
    @geriatricmotorcars9516 6 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Guilia Super , pure class
    Bought a 1.3 version in Cornwall in the 80's for a £150
    3 50 pound cheques with a bankers card '
    Made it back to London ' one of my best memories of a car '
    A superb Alfa '
    Brilliant stuff thanks

  • @slashusr
    @slashusr 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    My dad and I went to a fellas house and bought a 64 Falcon Sprint for $15. Not a single panel on the car was the same shade of blue. We worked on her for a couple of days and I drove her for 5 years without a single problem. She was stolen from me and driven to death. The cops found her in the Santa Cruz mountains where she'd been thrashed to the point where the rims looked like flowers from having been driven on after the tires blew. So many good times in that car. I almost cried when she was hauled away for scrap.

  • @MarkPybus
    @MarkPybus 10 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    I really enjoy these behind the scenes takes on great motorsport events. Also love how Chris has a Porsche undershirt and Maserati overalls on without having to worry about sponsors getting annoyed.
    Keep up the good work Chris.

  • @davidsutton4910
    @davidsutton4910 5 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    that team meeting in the land rover had me cracking up.

  • @buckorooster
    @buckorooster 8 ปีที่แล้ว +56

    Porsche shirt, Maserati Jacket, Ford Falcon...

    • @gbshaw107
      @gbshaw107 8 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      All costing the same amount.

    • @buckorooster
      @buckorooster 8 ปีที่แล้ว

      gbshaw107 Would be good to compare each...

    • @jspntr
      @jspntr 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ford falcon all day lol

  • @malcolmlane-ley2044
    @malcolmlane-ley2044 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    From the comfort of my study looking out at deep snow with the constraints of tier 4 I am viewing this as if it was a fiction movie; it has given me a warm feeling, remembering being in a crowd, hearing the growl of the engines and smelling burnt fuel and tyre smoke, I can barely wait to be back there again.

  • @raytope9363
    @raytope9363 9 ปีที่แล้ว +31

    The car is a 1964 Ford Falcon with the wedge style body rather than the rounded & smother body style of the 1963. Jay Leno has a very nice 1963 Falcon Sprint that he obtained, look up Jay's 1963 to compare the body style.

    • @thestraydawgs
      @thestraydawgs 5 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      You are correct it is a 64 or maybe a 65 but NOT a 63 which had more rounded fenders. Also disc brakes were not homologated for 63.

    • @JamesOneParker
      @JamesOneParker 5 ปีที่แล้ว

      Correct, ts a 65, 60 thru 63 were rounded and no disc brakes in 64

    • @simonlane1277
      @simonlane1277 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@JamesOneParker Homologated in '64 with Girling or Kelsey Hayed discs

    • @keepkalm
      @keepkalm 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      MrHillbilly49 64 Falcon has the outline chrome trim on the side. 65 is more like a stripe.

  • @Forroja
    @Forroja 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is by far one of the best videos I've watched. Chris and his team have outdone themselves this time. Nostalgia at it's best. Back in the days here in Jamaica, I was used to seeing quite a lot of those amazing cars and even driving a few too. Chris if you ever visit Jamaica for a vacation, give me a holler.

  • @soulshinobi
    @soulshinobi 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love the directing, relaxed atmosphere, and reflective narration. Bravo.

  • @axzell2
    @axzell2 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I just love these old car racing.
    The sound, the feel, the weight, the shapes. Beautiful :)

  • @WOAHthatwascool
    @WOAHthatwascool 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    It’s a shame you guys didn’t get to finish, but this video was fantastic. This is what I want to see. I’m sick of all the new supercars and hypercars and whatnot. Sure they’re cool, but this is what passion is about. Going out racing, smelling the wonderful race gas, hearing the roaring V8’s and flat 6’s… ah man. Yes.

  • @twarken5078
    @twarken5078 5 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Calling Mr. Chris Harris. Please create more of these videos. For the love of God, please.
    Thank you.

  • @estewar03
    @estewar03 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have to say that I love ALL of Chris' work, but I could have watched this for hours. Just fantastic and I (we) all hope to see alot more of these longer episodes. Thanks Chris & the team & Thanks Drive.

  • @Spearfisher1970
    @Spearfisher1970 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was really a memorable episode. Thank you, Chris, for the depth and quality of your friends and real car racing. Here's hoping you guys finish well next year!

  • @NK-dl2nc
    @NK-dl2nc 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have become addicted to your videos. I love your appreciation of classic and historic race cars. It's all about the experience. There is such an aura around these cars which the modern cars don't have. It's fantastic to watch and must be amazing to take part in!

  • @realmaindrianpace
    @realmaindrianpace 9 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Awesome. Who doesn't like a fully prepared road race '64 Falcon Sprint?

    • @martinhill9262
      @martinhill9262 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      Maindrian Pace

    • @paulreilly3904
      @paulreilly3904 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No one who knows what they're talking about. 👍

  • @jps226
    @jps226 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    these historic videos are by far my favorite. the sounds are so much more raw.

  • @carlosbouras
    @carlosbouras 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris you've done it again, you've glued me to my seat and made me afraid to blink. Brilliant work, keep them coming!!!

  • @ChrisRefalo
    @ChrisRefalo 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    You need to send Chris Harris to more races! Even back in his Autocar days, I loved the features of him taking part in motorsport events. This was one of the best videos I've ever seen

  • @superjuca55
    @superjuca55 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Damn, I'll wait for this again next year. Thanks Chris, everyone, for one of the best pieces of motor journalism of the year.

  • @richaroodledoodle
    @richaroodledoodle 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Its a 64 Dude ,....when they changed from the rounded body lines to more of a square body design .

  • @TimothyBlairMusic
    @TimothyBlairMusic 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Did I hear Chris call it a '63 falcon? Surely not? Because that's a 64 if I've ever seen one....

  • @Tiauguinho
    @Tiauguinho 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Video of the Year from Chris until now, thanks so much for sharing this with us, especially allowing us to listen to all those brutal engines! Epic!

  • @MalcolmRowley
    @MalcolmRowley 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    OUTSTANDING!!!! Chis, this is your best one yet. Give us more. Thank you!

  • @ghepardogts
    @ghepardogts 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, I think this is my favorite car vid from the entire year so far. So much awesomeness compressed in 19 minutes. Wish we could've seen more of those GT40s and 60s Astons and Ferraris. Couldn't help but think that car culture in Europe is so much deeper than America and Japan combined.

  • @k2them
    @k2them 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Seeing those Mini's slide around brought a huge smile to my face.

  • @ChampionHero
    @ChampionHero ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I've come to realise that Chris simply has the same luck as Alonso.. He is a fantastic driver, always let down by the cars! Top Gear has proven yet again Chris' bad luck continues in these events!!

  • @rodneymcgiveron
    @rodneymcgiveron 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ford Falcon ......If you want to see some really mind blowing Ford Falcons come to the real home of the Ford Falcon .. That is Australia... We built some amazing Falcons from 1960 right through to the final literation in 2016 ...Check them out .. and they were a highly successful and sophisticated race car too ...CHECK THEM OUT .....

  • @mschnur
    @mschnur 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    The '64 Sprint was the best looking Falcon of them all, in my opinion, and perhaps the most well represented Falcon around the world in motorsports of all kinds. It's always fun seeing them mix it up on the vintage circuits, very cool. But seeing the angry little Cortinas drifting around the corners in opposite lock? That too is cool!

  • @jacx11
    @jacx11 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Race was lost but this video is a huge success. Lovely cinematography! Ultra shallow depth-of-field moments were beautiful!

  • @leithraymant8007
    @leithraymant8007 5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    These Chris Harris vids seem to take out a lot of the elite wank ego factor of motors and motor racing. He makes amazing cars and tracks from all over the place accessible to all and with humor chucked in for good measure, you can’t go wrong.
    If someone else is going to be living my dream, it might as well be Chris.
    Keep it up team, great vids.

  • @deathrulesthearth
    @deathrulesthearth 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    It's an awesome feeling to see my dads old race car being driven as it should :D

  • @mzondi1970
    @mzondi1970 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love these race stories. I know its not TV but its my faverite show every week lol

  • @BadBandar59
    @BadBandar59 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im gonna say it again, there should be more Chris Harris On Cars videos. Make this happen Drive. Great episode. Nothing cooler than racing an old school muscle car on the track.

  • @singlemaltwsky
    @singlemaltwsky 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every time we have to retire at the track with a busted automobile, I have to remind myself that this is a part of racing. Great video Chris, I really enjoyed it.

  • @dimdaisjimbo
    @dimdaisjimbo 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a great experience what a great company what a great race what a great cars and what a great video-only :( -for us...Thanks! I m 30 but especially those who are around 15 to 20 years old and you really like this video then we can hope for a better world....

  • @its_generik
    @its_generik 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    13:55-14:25 most epic downshift noises and gorgeous motors. amazing.
    even though you consistently looked to have lost places in the giulia, it looked like so much fun. i absolutely love this film

  • @WeirdNeville
    @WeirdNeville 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    What a fantastic bit of film! That Alfa was a dream!

  • @markthorne3414
    @markthorne3414 8 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thanks for the Film Chris, always like to watch your films on the classic car

  • @Zuripeter
    @Zuripeter 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Ooooo.... GT40's in the mix as well. Quality. Top job again Chris. Get back there next year.

  • @napathan
    @napathan 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    This was possibly my most favorite episode yet. I love the old cars!

  • @Bosskane
    @Bosskane 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is my favorite chris harris on cars video

  • @party_boy69
    @party_boy69 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    loving these inside looks at real racing. can't wait till im rich and can afford this kind of hobby.

  • @torsteinator
    @torsteinator 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Love seeing those beautiful cars sliding about!

  • @gullyrounere
    @gullyrounere 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    For the first time in about 5 years, I couldn't give a damn if they never filmed another top gear..This is magnificent! Hope he has a long career

  • @3932003
    @3932003 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    You were asking too much from the car Chris .... What a a heroic act from all of you

  • @TheAslakVind
    @TheAslakVind 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Well done Chris! Love your enthusiasm, you want to show us the wonderful world of Spa 6 hours with beautiful classic cars! Keep it up, mate! Thank you! :)

  • @kyledammann4284
    @kyledammann4284 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great cinematography chaps! No really, some of the best car footage on th3 u-tubes. Chris Harris ... You win

  • @Ellis01234567890
    @Ellis01234567890 6 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Has Chris Harris ever had a race that's gone well?

  • @jbrucebmw
    @jbrucebmw 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video. Again, the best show on Drive and best Automotive content on TH-cam.

  • @OZHCR32
    @OZHCR32 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Amazing work by Chris and the gang. Have watched the video 3 times in the last hour. One day hope to do a classic Spa race myself and this has given me the extra motivation to empty the cheque book

  • @uglyogk
    @uglyogk 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another superb video. You are a credit to automotive journalism. Keep it up Chris.

  • @deltavee2
    @deltavee2 8 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great vid and 400 horses out of a 289 to boot. Well done, even if it came apart just a bit. I was very happy to see 3 or 4 Austin Healeys in the race. I sure miss mine. I had two 3000s at the same time, one for road and one with a roll bar and triple SUs. Good times....

  • @CapitainSideways
    @CapitainSideways 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    hey Chris,
    sorry you guys didn't make it to the end the 6h is such a tough race! Thanks for plugging the U2TC (our car number 60 competes in the races) and it's such a good series to watch as well as compete in. love the fling it into a corner and let it slide attitude!
    better luck next year!

  • @xiaobaozha
    @xiaobaozha 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fabulous film, beautifully shot, so atmospheric!

  • @bluestudio67
    @bluestudio67 9 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I really enjoyed this, Chris. I've noticed that, no matter where it is you head off to in the garage, you walk with a quick purpose. I imagine you do you do everything smartly, which your significant other might not enjoy. If you drink the same way, we should knock a few back, as I think you'd be a hilarious drunk!

    • @geraldswain3259
      @geraldswain3259 7 ปีที่แล้ว

      bluestudio67 His lady friend wholeheartedly agree with you, he finishes far to smartly for their liking!!!.

  • @spacekiller87
    @spacekiller87 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Wow, you are one lucky guy Chris! Thanks for well made video. These old racing cars are much cooler than the new machines in my opinion. Good luck next year!

  • @AudioCrossingVideos
    @AudioCrossingVideos 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    it's actually just fine. you probably have your bass settings too high or subwoofer set too high on either the crossover point or the volume level.

  • @jaybeeff1
    @jaybeeff1 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey Chris. Another brilliant film! I love cars from this period. You created a very real sense of atmosphere. I just want a drive now!!! Cheers. John Fernley

  • @vdevov
    @vdevov 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    YES. So good to see Minis drive like that.

  • @Worther12
    @Worther12 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    As always super high quality presenting, driving and subject matter!

  • @ShabangalangMoto
    @ShabangalangMoto 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don't know how you do it, but your videos keep getting better. One of the few channels from which I genuinely can't wait to see updates. Love it!

  • @danarsenalfc1
    @danarsenalfc1 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love watching these vids so much that it's hard to explain

  • @keyzer2011
    @keyzer2011 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Looks like an incredible experience. All the cars looked great and sounded even better. Shame you guys couldn't finish again. Keep the videos coming!

  • @VictorBeltran
    @VictorBeltran 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    What an awesome video. Racing at its purest. Beautiful! More of this please

  • @DenHond
    @DenHond 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I really hope you guys get more videos out like this one!
    Best clip on drive I've ever seen!

  • @buck101850
    @buck101850 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great one. Reminds me of my racing in the 70's.

  • @venivelovici
    @venivelovici 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Another winner. Two thumbs way up. This was a dream to watch - thanks @harrismonkey

  • @vatoencabronado
    @vatoencabronado 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love it that they upload races to youtube... I live about as far from Australia as possible, and I've never been there, but Touring Car Masters is some of the coolest racing I've ever seen! I've got a 69 Camaro, and I so badly want to mix it up with those guys! I'd get slaughtered, but it would be a spectacular death!

  • @MaartendeRu
    @MaartendeRu 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is really great stuff guys! Editing is near perfect, music, feel, makes you watch the whole thing with a smile on your face. You just feel the whole thing as if there. Keep on the good stuff and this will be the next big thing (if not already ;) ! ! !

  • @JulioArreaga
    @JulioArreaga 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had my doubts about this one not being interesting, but you've proved me wrong Mr. Harris. Cool cool video.

  • @superjuca55
    @superjuca55 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    This is the aumotor journalism BEST FILM of 2012.

  • @themoppie1000
    @themoppie1000 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wonderful! Looking forward to next years, maybe 3rd time round :)
    Also some great camera work, lovely focus pulls and great compositions.

  • @Blakeoffire
    @Blakeoffire 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    When I die, I want 'heaven' to be like this... Look. at all. those iconic. race cars.

  • @bend1483
    @bend1483 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    As per usual a fantastic CH video. Almost looks like too much fun.

  • @MrGutsyHsv
    @MrGutsyHsv 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Excellent video Chris! Great to see some classic cars, thankyou and keep up good work.

  • @geriatricmotorcars9516
    @geriatricmotorcars9516 6 ปีที่แล้ว

    A Rare sight this side of the pond '
    I remember as a kid , seeing them race in the UK touring cars of the period '
    They looked so out of place ' but always had a good showing ' nostalgic thanks for the Vid '

  • @123cameltosis
    @123cameltosis 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Chris Harris: The most awesome man....in the world.

  • @OrganicWheat
    @OrganicWheat 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    this is very cool man. love to see those old school cars

  • @Ashfielder
    @Ashfielder 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    So much steering input needed. Incredible stuff.

  • @Toastermeister
    @Toastermeister 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Fantastic video. Many thanks for filming a race like this! Hope you guys can finish next year's race.

  • @TheChaztor
    @TheChaztor 11 ปีที่แล้ว

    the level of coolness here is off the charts

  • @thirdayman
    @thirdayman 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    those damn mini drivers... crazy as hell.

  • @pretty00lights
    @pretty00lights 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    What can I say that wasn't already said in the comments below! Great video, great work to the chris Harris crew! You guys do an amazing job!

  • @1258-Eckhart
    @1258-Eckhart 10 ปีที่แล้ว

    The in-car shots in the Alfa were brilliant, more please!

  • @OzStriker1198
    @OzStriker1198 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great video Chris, how can you not love Motorsport like this?

  • @0bast0
    @0bast0 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    I am becoming a huge Chris Harris FAN! he is creeping up on my level of TOP GEAR love! :)
    Keep up the great Vids Chris.
    Oh and Drive :)

  • @rahgahnah
    @rahgahnah 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Great stuff! Love the classics sliding around!

  • @miskone1044
    @miskone1044 9 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    also, would be super cool to see you back on joe rogans podcast, was good to see a long discussion on anything and everything between you and him.

  • @UltraVert
    @UltraVert 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    That Falcon is a beast, love it.

  • @joshtheriddler
    @joshtheriddler 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Those GT 40's were gorgeous. I want one.

  • @DimZ_F1
    @DimZ_F1 12 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I've been here since day one and have to say that this is the best drive video of the lot!And i'm a leo parente fan!lol
    Great job Drive,keep it up!!

  • @simonthomas5367
    @simonthomas5367 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    There are causes more worthy than you Christopher! Priceless.

  • @milano61
    @milano61 6 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is a '64 Ford Falcon Futura 2-door hardtop. I know because I bought a cherry Wimbleton White 170 cube, 3 on the tree in 1966 for $1200. Ran it at 75-80 Dragway near D.C. Slow but fun.

  • @GrannySmith1313
    @GrannySmith1313 12 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sensational. Best Drive video yet (and that is saying something).

  • @Russell_and_Rosko
    @Russell_and_Rosko 3 ปีที่แล้ว

    The long slide around the fast right sweeper @ 10:02 is fantastic. Multiple angles, so good. Pay attention drifters, quit using that hand brake.

  • @TobyMcVinn
    @TobyMcVinn 5 ปีที่แล้ว

    That chat in the Land Cruiser was hugely entertaining to me.