Many of your colleagues produced videos on the day, whereas you took your time about yours. Both approaches have their merits. The same-day videos proved valuable as a preview for anyone going to later days. I watched a few on the Friday to see what was in store when I went on the Saturday. Your approach, however, is more like that of a souvenir brochure - it's a measured, planned record of the event. I must say that although it was good watching videos the night before I went, I much prefer your approach.
I'm only halfway through, but have to comment what a superb video this is! I find your commentary intelligent, and well-researched as always, and you're not trying to show off, or be provocative, just giving information and level-headed opinions. Very easy to listen to, and so many beautiful cars to enjoy looking at. I've never heard of this particular show, but will probably visit in person next year, thanks to this video :-)
Lovely tour and so refreshing to have a series of cars that most pundits, would scoff at. Love your choices and have owned a few. Never owned a metro but loved the MG variant. Really pretty little car and very capable too. Then ofcourse nob head Clarkson turns up and trashes everything. Thank you.
Well being a 50 something year old this is a trip down memory lane. First car was a Peugeout 104, then a Chevette, a Golf 1100, Lime green MG Metro, Cavalier, Golf Gti Mk1, Golf Gti Mk 2 8v and then a 16v. Pug 205 Gti, Australia GTE, you get the picture lol.
Great video. I’m finding it interesting reacting to your declarations of the virtues of cars I remember seeing everyday during my youth, and found at the time to be basically cheap crap. It’s fun to learn things someone else appreciates about these throwaways, and even changing my opinion of a few. Also love the Thunderbird roof on that Lotus Cortina. It looks like the Falcon sedan.
Great video, Twin Cam. Well written and excellent production. Walk rounds at a show are good, but doing a voice over just made it seem a lot tidier and easier to watch. Thank you for the video as I couldn’t make the show this year.
BRILLIANT! And my ne Parsons Terrier detests trains, your super video was even better than visit as it was a well-researched tour without hassle! Thank you for you excellent on-going series. Glad you featured the TVR as I was associated with the company when owned by Martin Lilley. Robert
I great 1st part. For the most part It takes me back to when I was a teenager remembering these cars changing from the soft body style evolutions from the 60's to the more dynamic angular styles leading to the 70's. That was for the time a significant shift in quite a relatively short period. Nice one Ed!
Thanks Ed for a trip down memory lane. You showed many of the cars I've owned or had as company vehicles - Saab 99, Volvo 145, Ital/Marina, Metro, Allegro, MGB. I nearly had a Scirocco, too, but when I went to see/test drive one, I was too tall for it. My head was brushing to roof with the seat at its lowest. Shame as I loved the way it looked.
Loved the comment about the Quartic wheel, these days everyone wants a flat bottomed wheel on their German 'sports' diesel repmobile because you know they are all pro drivers 🤣
Thanks Ed. Really enjoyed the video and now wished I had gone to the show. On the Saab stand I spotted a 96 which is the model I have. I look forwards to the next video. Keep up the good work.
What a brilliant vlog,The MK1 Escort was the best escort in styling,The Lotus cortina’s mind blowing love the retro cars not so much the British Layland Dolomite sprint love them.you are better than any tv presenter you should be on tv,
Great video Ed, I am in agreement with you I was never a fan of the mark 3 Escort but my interest was mark 4, 5 and 6's mainly because my grandfather and my dad had these when I was growing up. I cannot beleive the Freelancer is 25 years old, I can remember seeing it at the Glasgow Motorshow at it's launch and chasing Tina Hobley from holby city around to the land Rover stand to get her autograph (I was 14 at the time!) One day I will either own or drive a R8 or a R3 Rover 200 and totally agree the R8 was much better than the Astra and Escort of the day. Looking forward to the next part already.
Ed, another home-run, great job. Every time I watch one of your videos, I learn more of the UK auto industry, thanks. Were there any 1965 >1970 Ford Transit Vans? Always wanted one but they were never sold here. Thanks for your time, work and all your walking.....
It's difficult to appreciate any car when it's at that "awkward" age of not being new enough, and not being old enough, to stand out owing to its uniqueness. Discipline and patience is required to show the car in its best light.
been looking forward to this video comeing out really enjoyed it an cant wait for the 2nd one to come. hopefully theres some more mg metro's, although i like the variaty of cars i did'nt even no about this show at the NEC or i would of been there, but maybe next year now, i'm not sure what pol is doing this year as i'm only 5 mins down the road, i have to find out as its not gone on the last few years sadly as a lot of stuff,
Me thinks that MKIV Escort estate has been breathed on a bit. Love the E30, nearly had a 2dr 325 but, needed a bigger boot however prefer the E21, especially the 323i. Looking at the Ital now (never a good looking car), it seem like something from the Soviet Union. One car I wish I had bought was the Rover 216, never know might have one still, looking for something (Misses allowing). Some great cars there, looking forward to part 2. Got to say the first shots with Melvin shows the wheels up real good and they do look much better proportioned. How to sympathetically modify. Oh as for the MKIII Cav's, had a few, prob one of the most comfortble cars of it's price point to do miles in, in 1.8/2,0ltr from with slightly higher spec (same for MKII Astra/Belmont in bigger engine/higher spec), got great long final drive so motorway cruising is a breeze and they sip fuel. GSi's are fun, rot like hell, got a problem for the V6's myself.
I like your saying sod the SUV I've got W reg vauxhall zafira great car more great room you may think a SUV may look big on out side small boot but the zafira the magic seats that come out of the floor you should review a mk 1 vauxhall zafira
It’s fortuitous that you had issues with the red Metro before the show…. you got to do all those overdue jobs on Melvin and were able to display him as an important part of Metro history.
Sorry but the slant 4 was in triumph before saab because saab purchased the rights from triumph. Saab went on to develop the unit adding turbos improving the 16v set up
I have great affection for the Austin Allegro as I passed my driving test first time at 17 years old. I thought it was an easy drive. *I wonder* if there was ever a GT/performance version?
I was worried you might have felt "singled out" for having the only post-facelift Metro on the stands in your last video. Somehow I feel less concerned after seeing this one...
Sorry if not mentioning an issue is a problem, but it’s not really a thing with Metros, especially those pre-‘93, as they had a different liner design. Also, the 8 valve Ks are less of a problem, as are warmup issues when the car it’s installed in is as light as these.
Vid-bombed by Ian at 19:58 😂. Top drawer informative overview as always Ed, I could straight up watch a 6hr version of this.
Love how you tie each car into the next.
Very smooth scripting and editing!
Excellent production Ed, one of the best from this show.
Loved the Aussie Valiant next to the Espace at the start of yiur video.
Many of your colleagues produced videos on the day, whereas you took your time about yours. Both approaches have their merits.
The same-day videos proved valuable as a preview for anyone going to later days. I watched a few on the Friday to see what was in store when I went on the Saturday.
Your approach, however, is more like that of a souvenir brochure - it's a measured, planned record of the event.
I must say that although it was good watching videos the night before I went, I much prefer your approach.
I'm only halfway through, but have to comment what a superb video this is! I find your commentary intelligent, and well-researched as always, and you're not trying to show off, or be provocative, just giving information and level-headed opinions. Very easy to listen to, and so many beautiful cars to enjoy looking at. I've never heard of this particular show, but will probably visit in person next year, thanks to this video :-)
Can't wait for the next video I really enjoy your blogs keep them coming Tony
Swansea
Lovely tour and so refreshing to have a series of cars that most pundits, would scoff at. Love your choices and have owned a few. Never owned a metro but loved the MG variant. Really pretty little car and very capable too. Then ofcourse nob head Clarkson turns up and trashes everything. Thank you.
Well being a 50 something year old this is a trip down memory lane. First car was a Peugeout 104, then a Chevette, a Golf 1100, Lime green MG Metro, Cavalier, Golf Gti Mk1, Golf Gti Mk 2 8v and then a 16v. Pug 205 Gti, Australia GTE, you get the picture lol.
Excellent knowledge. I really appreciated the links you made between the vehicles.
Great video. I’m finding it interesting reacting to your declarations of the virtues of cars I remember seeing everyday during my youth, and found at the time to be basically cheap crap. It’s fun to learn things someone else appreciates about these throwaways, and even changing my opinion of a few.
Also love the Thunderbird roof on that Lotus Cortina. It looks like the Falcon sedan.
Great video, Twin Cam. Well written and excellent production. Walk rounds at a show are good, but doing a voice over just made it seem a lot tidier and easier to watch. Thank you for the video as I couldn’t make the show this year.
Outstanding Ed. Highly enjoyable
Some amazing cars at that event, love the Mk3 Escort Estate!!!
Thanks!
BRILLIANT! And my ne Parsons Terrier detests trains, your super video was even better than visit as it was a well-researched tour without hassle! Thank you for you excellent on-going series. Glad you featured the TVR as I was associated with the company when owned by Martin Lilley. Robert
Great vid Ed, nice work.
Some beautiful cars there!
Looks like it was an enjoyable weekend 😊
Looks like a fun show to attend. Good job Eddy
Well done Ed very informative love your word play ...looking forward to seeing the rest
great report. thank you very much
I great 1st part. For the most part It takes me back to when I was a teenager remembering these cars changing from the soft body style evolutions from the 60's to the more dynamic angular styles leading to the 70's. That was for the time a significant shift in quite a relatively short period. Nice one Ed!
Good things come to those who wait. A very well presented video Ed.
Thanks Ed for a trip down memory lane. You showed many of the cars I've owned or had as company vehicles - Saab 99, Volvo 145, Ital/Marina, Metro, Allegro, MGB. I nearly had a Scirocco, too, but when I went to see/test drive one, I was too tall for it. My head was brushing to roof with the seat at its lowest. Shame as I loved the way it looked.
Excellent commentary and great cars.👍👍
Thank you, Ed.... this was great! It made me feel as if I had been to the show. Having watched this, I was I had gone! See you next year!
Did a double take at 19:58, thought 'he looks familiar!'
The hub nut.
I really enjoyed watching this. A very well executed video thanks for sharing.
Great video as normal.
Spotted Hub nut in the background 19:58
Loved the comment about the Quartic wheel, these days everyone wants a flat bottomed wheel on their German 'sports' diesel repmobile because you know they are all pro drivers 🤣
Excellent video!
Thanks for the video
Great stuff Ed
Good one Ed.
I agree with you about the Allegro. I wouldn't call it a good looking car, but it is far from ugly.
Thanks Ed. Really enjoyed the video and now wished I had gone to the show. On the Saab stand I spotted a 96 which is the model I have. I look forwards to the next video. Keep up the good work.
What a brilliant vlog,The MK1 Escort was the best escort in styling,The Lotus cortina’s mind blowing love the retro cars not so much the British Layland Dolomite sprint love them.you are better than any tv presenter you should be on tv,
Nice video, good choice of cars. TR7 Sprint is fantastic...
Thx Ed
Great video
Great video Ed, I am in agreement with you I was never a fan of the mark 3 Escort but my interest was mark 4, 5 and 6's mainly because my grandfather and my dad had these when I was growing up.
I cannot beleive the Freelancer is 25 years old, I can remember seeing it at the Glasgow Motorshow at it's launch and chasing Tina Hobley from holby city around to the land Rover stand to get her autograph (I was 14 at the time!)
One day I will either own or drive a R8 or a R3 Rover 200 and totally agree the R8 was much better than the Astra and Escort of the day.
Looking forward to the next part already.
Excellent
Great show commentary Ed 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻some lovely selection of Classic cars noticed Mr Hubnut Ian Seabrook while you talking about the R8 Rover 200
love this video ed!
Ed, another home-run, great job. Every time I watch one of your videos, I learn more of the UK auto industry, thanks. Were there any 1965 >1970 Ford Transit Vans? Always wanted one but they were never sold here. Thanks for your time, work and all your walking.....
Missed a few of those… but the SAAB 99 was one of my choices.
nice one ed
Playing 'Spot My Old Car' and thinking '...if only I knew then what I know now...' 😂
It's difficult to appreciate any car when it's at that "awkward" age of not being new enough, and not being old enough, to stand out owing to its uniqueness.
Discipline and patience is required to show the car in its best light.
been looking forward to this video comeing out really enjoyed it an cant wait for the 2nd one to come. hopefully theres some more mg metro's, although i like the variaty of cars i did'nt even no about this show at the NEC or i would of been there, but maybe next year now, i'm not sure what pol is doing this year as i'm only 5 mins down the road, i have to find out as its not gone on the last few years sadly as a lot of stuff,
hi tc , i might be 65 lol, but that golf is cooooooool
Such a joy to ride along your historical round-trip at NEC. Were you and Twin-Cam recogniced there..?
Me thinks that MKIV Escort estate has been breathed on a bit. Love the E30, nearly had a 2dr 325 but, needed a bigger boot however prefer the E21, especially the 323i. Looking at the Ital now (never a good looking car), it seem like something from the Soviet Union. One car I wish I had bought was the Rover 216, never know might have one still, looking for something (Misses allowing). Some great cars there, looking forward to part 2. Got to say the first shots with Melvin shows the wheels up real good and they do look much better proportioned. How to sympathetically modify. Oh as for the MKIII Cav's, had a few, prob one of the most comfortble cars of it's price point to do miles in, in 1.8/2,0ltr from with slightly higher spec (same for MKII Astra/Belmont in bigger engine/higher spec), got great long final drive so motorway cruising is a breeze and they sip fuel. GSi's are fun, rot like hell, got a problem for the V6's myself.
Great content!
But you enthusiasm is even better! :-)
I like your saying sod the SUV I've got W reg vauxhall zafira great car more great room you may think a SUV may look big on out side small boot but the zafira the magic seats that come out of the floor you should review a mk 1 vauxhall zafira
ED theres an allegro opposite my road in russet brown mk 3 1979
Bud did you get any footage of the tickford turbo capri thanks
Love a Cavalier gsi
It’s fortuitous that you had issues with the red Metro before the show…. you got to do all those overdue jobs on Melvin and were able to display him as an important part of Metro history.
Great video. Also did I spot Ian from hubnut
Sorry but the slant 4 was in triumph before saab because saab purchased the rights from triumph. Saab went on to develop the unit adding turbos improving the 16v set up
The first car to get the Slant-Four was the Saab 99, in 1968. It took Triumph until 1972 and the Dolomite to install it in one of their own cars.
I’d take old cars and tools any day over finance agreements and tuning companies
Do you have a way to talk to you privately?
welcome to review my r8 anytime!
I have great affection for the Austin Allegro as I passed my driving test first time at 17 years old. I thought it was an easy drive. *I wonder* if there was ever a GT/performance version?
There was a sports version of the allegro. It was a 1750 sport from 1974 and had twin carbs. It was only available for one year.
@@OXOtwo Wasn’t that in silver with orange stripes ?
I was worried you might have felt "singled out" for having the only post-facelift Metro on the stands in your last video.
Somehow I feel less concerned after seeing this one...
Yeah I thought the MG Metro mafia might have had it in for him 🤣
K series had terrible head gasket issues,no mention of it?
Sorry if not mentioning an issue is a problem, but it’s not really a thing with Metros, especially those pre-‘93, as they had a different liner design. Also, the 8 valve Ks are less of a problem, as are warmup issues when the car it’s installed in is as light as these.