I have to agree as I’ve said on both channels I’m the least mechanical minded person you’ll meet but love what I’ve learned from both. As some Tubers can do repeating figures about twenty new cars in a row they just don’t know a thing when you get to modern classics. These two are originals, the experience behind both and knowledge is unmatched.
Was such a pleasure meeting Iain Tyrrell at the event. I'd said a quick hello and told him of my background in car design. He then graciously took the time to introduce me to the legendary car designer, Ian Callum (who was stood in the Callum Designs booth). Was a surreal moment for me, meeting two legends at once. Thank you again Iain. It was such a pleasure meeting you. Wishing you the best
First time watching this guy's channel (Subscribed obviously), is there an autocue :) .... Iain's knowledge is amazing :) Love all the Astons, from the early Rapide, 80's Lagonda, DBS, V8, the Vanquish was perfection in its day for me. Meeting Callum must have been very cool. Had a chat with Newey once, another icon of motoring.
@@skimmingstoness It was actually my first time at London Concours. Iain Tyrell merch was actually a great conversation starter, hence me only having half a voice by the time Iain found me in the crowd!
Your comments about the lengths people will go to for Concours cars reminded me of a conversation many years ago with the then archivist at Jaguar. He said people were always ringing and asking questions such as "Would a 1964 X have had octagonal or hexagonal nuts on the...?" He said that some got annoyed when he replied that it depended on what was in the box when the car was built. Then there are the classic mass-market cars from the 1970s and 1980s with perfect paintwork. Having worked in the motor industry at the time I know how rare a perfect finish would have been.
Though you have such an incredible wealth of knowledge, you allow others to speak and share their experiences. I enjoy all of your videos, Mr. Tyrell- you are a gentleman and an inspiration. Pure class.
HI Iain! We spotted you in the background of Harry's video last week. Just so there's no misunderstanding, the "Gator Grain" top on the Charger 500 is just a special-order style of vinyl- no crocodiles involved.
Exactly the comment I was ready to type in. And of course “Gator Grain” means no alligators were harmed. They didn’t promise anything in regard to crocodiles.
Thank you Iain, for taking us along to the London Concours. I appreciated the detail not only about these amazing cars, but also the introduction to the work of a Concours judge and the thoughts behind the ratings. It is very pleasing for me to see that the original level of craftsmanship still gets the highest ratings some 60 years later. Well done.
I'm not just any Dave .... I'm saving that soundbyte for my wife! Thanks once again for taking time out to have a chat. T shirts and hats should be flying off the shelves now Iain.
WoW.. - absolutely brilliant .. so many things .. 1) We need a Dave in every espisode. 2) Want to book tickets for next years event 3) Hats off Iain for being so humble about all this.. you have the full spectrum, heaven knows who is in your little black book, yet you bring this to everyone.. Thanks.
A Dave in every episode you say? I'll be needing an agent soon! I think your comments are spot on. Iain rubs shoulders with motoring royalty and likely services their vehicles, yet he shares the whole experience in such a manner that you feel a part of it. I learn something new with every video!
"Every show needs a Dave" What a legend. 😅 I was asked to prep a car for this event..... but with 1 weeks notice. Not possible. 😂 I wonder if the guy was able to find someone. Nice to see a bit of behind the scenes. Truthfully, the traditional "concours" type judging has always seemed very "smarmy" to me. Not Iain , but this is from perhaps 10 yrs ago. Maybe times are changing?
Bill Mitchell insisted on having the split window on the 1963 Stingray. Pete Brock was one of the main people who penned the design for the Stingray. Pete Brock later used a similar design for the Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe.
I agree with Harry. Definitely enjoy the eclectic selection of fabulous cars in this style of concours as opposed to the single marque variety. Good show and great video!
Been gently restoring a 30 year old car and every panel I take off reveals a new story of bodges, mismatched bolts, inexplicable dirt or debris, or sometimes a nice surprise of things being correct. Gives me a new appreciation for the detail and knowledge that goes into preparing concourse vehicles
German Racer Erich Bitter adored the style of Ghibli and Indy so much that he created the Bitter CD a quite nice looking coupe based on the Diplomat from Opel with 5.4 liter Chevy V8 and 230 horsepower Paul Breitner owned one…
Thank you for doing another wonderful video! It is nice to get out of the workshop for a day or two and be "On parade" as it were. Subscribers, please understand that for Iain, he has to be "On" the second he opens the door from his hotel room, or leaves for the show. He is working both as a judge and his own presentations, which are part of the business. I share the same condition, and it is positively draining after the event is over. Iain handles it all with aplomb and elegance. Both he and Harry are spot on regarding concours events. Concours are not all created equal! Pebble Beach have their own standards, while and SCCA sanctioned event has different classes and judging criteria. There's a chap who spent nearly $1M to restore a 1964 Ford Mustang- his restorer went to Detroit to spend days sorting through cans of bolts to find a set with matching production dates. Took 2 tries, and the chap's car finally won! He was up against several other Mustangs and the event that he was at is strictly political. I don't care for "French Judging" where they have some celebrity female who has never spent one minute in a workshop judging cars that she "feels" are the best. I schooled a group of judges at the friendly event one year, and many of them changed their minds about a winner, based on a very small and narrow bit of car knowledge. Another factor that goes in to some of the judged events is "Who's car was it anyway?" Meaning, my perfect and correct car will lose to Revlon's painted pink car because A) I am a nobody and B)How much did the entrants contribute to the event? Either way, it is a money game made for big players. What a wonderful collection this year, and thank you Iain. I agree 1000% with your Ghibli Spider analysis. I helped install some trim on one years ago and fell in love with her. Also that Grifo has one of the best rear ends on that green, that is, besides the lady with the white hat....
My foreman at GEC in the 90s was a concurs judge specialising in Triumph TR He would mark them down if the paint finish had no orange peel as they all had it when they came from the factory.
As I mentioned on Harry’s Garage, this group of cars are my favourites. I couldn’t judge between what is my favourite in the group. If I was to choose my three, then it would have to be the Lancia Stratos, Porsche 928 and the De Thomaso Panterra. But what a collection
Thanks again Iain for this fascinating view of a concours judgement perspective.I have so much respect ,for your open minded, world view on all the concours events.Even in China.!Your reputation of knowledge in the car world, is mind blowing.As Dave Said you are the same as on video,not surprising for me.What a soundtrack for the awards ceremony,Fanfare for the common man,by ELP.Emerson,Lake & Palmer,for the after boomers.Slight irony there ,dare I say,respectfully.Icing on the cake a chat with Harry Metcalfe,with his lovely Lotus Elan.No doubt “as someone we respect,for inciting you to do this you tube channel,may say,”More videos coming soon”.The world can only be a better place for that.Thanks to both of you😀!
Again this was an educational video, as I have often wondered what goes into determining how to choose the best of the best when you are surrounded by such amazing vehicles, both past and present.
Thank you, Iain; gives us a leg up when we´ve spent a lot of money and want to show off our baby at such a show... this helps us manage our expectations...
I had a friend who owned a perfect Jaguar XK120 DHC, and at a Jaguar Club event the judges were trying separate two cars for best of show. They docked him half a point because the spare wheel cover in the boot wasn't positioned so the gap between the edge of the mat and the body was even on all sides. He was so pissed off that he dropped out of the club, and never showed his car again.
An interesting look at Concours judging and, if I may say so, Iain, looking suitably dapper yourself; nice to see someone wearing that rarity these days, a necktie, and of the correct length.
The Crocodile roof on the Charger is simulated, Chrysler had all sorts of unique vinyl top designs at this time, they had a Mod Top with a paisley pattern too
Good evening, Mr. Tyrrell hope you are doing well. this is a very interesting side of the concourse that I never knew but I would always like to learn about and it’s brilliant to hear from a judges perspective what you are particularly looking for always learning something new thank you very much
Good morning lain. Love all the comments . Every days a school day ! Did l spot a certain FF in the background ? and was that Sophia Lorens Rolls Royce Drop head? The late Brian Wills , a very well respected local engineer built a light weight Elan for his wife to race and it weighed in at an astonishing 400Ibs less than the original ! Titanium door locks , seat frames , front number plate etc. And the split rear window is my favourite 325 bhp with drum brakes !!!! Thankyou lain .
My favorite "car guy" checking my favorite car of the class, the Stratos... Would have loved to see that assessment. Thanks Tyrrell. Hey! A great fan and Harry too!
Personally I'd prefer a concours that has less emphasis on perfection and more on history. That's what attracts me to these cars aside from the design. Enjoyed the video as always.
Thanks Iain for yet another entertaining and educational video. Your comments on the C2 factory paint finish and gel coat immediately reminded me of your F40 videos. Fibreglass on the Corvette and carbon fibre on the F40. Decades, technology and continents apart, and yet in both cases it was common to see the fibre pattern through the paint. Some things never change. A fault? - "No sir/madam, they all look like that..." 😀
Iain, I've been watching your channel for some time now; Excellent channel. A B!g Th🍁nk you to Harry for getting you to start one 🤘🤘. My favourite videos so far are the ones on the Kevlar paneled "Turbo Charged Beast" F40 and, of course my first favourite car, the Lamborghini Countach 👍👍. It would be really cool if you got a still MIGHTY 627hp, 240mph, and STILL the fastest naturally aspirated engined car in the world a McLaren F1 in your shop 🤘🤘 "YEAH❗️" Glen from well 🍁
Love the pop up headlight category and awesome to see someone drove a car from Belgium. Agreed with Harry on the mix of cars. All 63 Corvette coupes were split windows from the factory and only 63s were split windows as it was dropped in '64. Some 63s had the split removed by their owners. The aftermarket is now making everything reproduction to add it back and some resto mods have added the split to later cars, as one would expect this draws mixed reactions. The NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) and Bloomington certifications can be very detail oriented and some would say political. Funny you say that just after I typed this. As a Corvette owner, in the USA, there are various types of Corvette people. Horsepower Warehouse and Midyear Mitch on youtube can give those curious some of the spectrum. Urban legend had it that Mazda bought an Elan while designing the MX-5. I'd love to know if that is true or legend.
Superb Video. Thoroughly enjoyed it. The icing on the cake is when the two leading representatives of the “League of Extraordinary Automotive Gentlemen” get together - Iain Tyrrell and Harry Metcalfe. Absolutely Fantastic! That snippet about the Lotus’s amazing “lightness” is a real tribute to Sir Colin Chapman and his dictum. So nice of Harry to speak so eloquently about that.
A very interesting presentation by Ian. I never realised there were different levels of Councour. I always thought the "other end of the pendulum", as he put it, was the required standard, cars kept in glass cases, carried round in covered transporters etc., such nonsense IMO. The fact some of the cars here are actually used is just how it should be!👍 OK, personal choice time, I hereby nominate the Pantera as one of the best looking cars of all time. That beautiful Ghibli in "Bronzo Metalizato" is the same colour as my shed. Just sayin'.😂😂
I'm not a fan of perfect cars. Sounds like they never get driven. Yes, I'm glad people are looking after them, but I'd rather see them as daily drivers than gathering dust in a collection.
Some time ago Jay Leno showcased a 63 corvette split-window. He mentioned the wheel cover was made of, I believe, 17 parts, a ridiculous number of parts for on wheel cover. GM changed the design after the split-window stopped production. I imagine those covers are virtually impossible to find today.
It would seem to me that judging Concours is somewhat similar to judging in Crufts and Chelsea Flower Show. Both my late Mother and sister did. It was the tales they recounted afterwards that were both unrepeatable and greatly amusing. I can imagine your experience is similar.
Agree with Harry about preferring a more eclectic collection of cars as opposed to a row of seemingly identical ones (yawn) whatever type event it may be. Technically a clam shell design, as opposed to pop-up, I would've liked seeing the U.S. represented by a '65 Buick Riviera in that category rather than the Dodge Charger.
Iain and harry the 2 best car personalities on youtube
By quite a margin…I had the pleasure of observing them at this very event
I have to agree as I’ve said on both channels I’m the least mechanical minded person you’ll meet but love what I’ve learned from both. As some Tubers can do repeating figures about twenty new cars in a row they just don’t know a thing when you get to modern classics. These two are originals, the experience behind both and knowledge is unmatched.
Relaunch Top Gear with Harry Metcalfe, Iain Tyrell and Frank Stephenson.
I am American and I totally agree with your statement. Iain and Harry are the best.
No
Your short conversation with Dave shows how much class and respect you have.
Was such a pleasure meeting Iain Tyrrell at the event. I'd said a quick hello and told him of my background in car design. He then graciously took the time to introduce me to the legendary car designer, Ian Callum (who was stood in the Callum Designs booth). Was a surreal moment for me, meeting two legends at once.
Thank you again Iain. It was such a pleasure meeting you. Wishing you the best
Thank you for those kind words Kevin.
First time watching this guy's channel (Subscribed obviously), is there an autocue :) .... Iain's knowledge is amazing :) Love all the Astons, from the early Rapide, 80's Lagonda, DBS, V8, the Vanquish was perfection in its day for me. Meeting Callum must have been very cool. Had a chat with Newey once, another icon of motoring.
_Every show needs a Dave_ 😀
Dave's wouldn't be welcomed at a lot of shows, such is the snobbery of a lot of these events.
@@skimmingstoness It was actually my first time at London Concours. Iain Tyrell merch was actually a great conversation starter, hence me only having half a voice by the time Iain found me in the crowd!
Your comments about the lengths people will go to for Concours cars reminded me of a conversation many years ago with the then archivist at Jaguar. He said people were always ringing and asking questions such as "Would a 1964 X have had octagonal or hexagonal nuts on the...?" He said that some got annoyed when he replied that it depended on what was in the box when the car was built. Then there are the classic mass-market cars from the 1970s and 1980s with perfect paintwork. Having worked in the motor industry at the time I know how rare a perfect finish would have been.
Exactly. Sometimes bringing some balance is needed
Though you have such an incredible wealth of knowledge, you allow others to speak and share their experiences.
I enjoy all of your videos, Mr. Tyrell- you are a gentleman and an inspiration. Pure class.
Thank you!
HI Iain! We spotted you in the background of Harry's video last week. Just so there's no misunderstanding, the "Gator Grain" top on the Charger 500 is just a special-order style of vinyl- no crocodiles involved.
Your correct it was vynil, thick embossed vynil. 🇨🇦
Thank you!
Exactly the comment I was ready to type in. And of course “Gator Grain” means no alligators were harmed. They didn’t promise anything in regard to crocodiles.
To believe that they would have went slaughtering alligators at Detroit, to offer that nice roof vinyls is quite bizarre. Though not impossible. 😂
Amusing to see that the Maseratis have FIAT 124 coupe rear light clusters.
Definitely extra Brownie points for those who drive teh cars to the concours, e.g. the chap from Belgium with his Maserati.
Thank you Iain, for taking us along to the London Concours. I appreciated the detail not only about these amazing cars, but also the introduction to the work of a Concours judge and the thoughts behind the ratings. It is very pleasing for me to see that the original level of craftsmanship still gets the highest ratings some 60 years later. Well done.
Thank you
I saw the Lagonda being driven to the event on the A3. A thing of beauty in the flesh.
I just saw a red Lagonda for sale in the Netherlands, probably the same var
Thank-you for showing us such an exquisite selection of classics. An Iso Grifo always takes my breath away!
Pleasure- thank you!
I'm not just any Dave .... I'm saving that soundbyte for my wife! Thanks once again for taking time out to have a chat. T shirts and hats should be flying off the shelves now Iain.
WoW.. - absolutely brilliant .. so many things .. 1) We need a Dave in every espisode. 2) Want to book tickets for next years event 3) Hats off Iain for being so humble about all this.. you have the full spectrum, heaven knows who is in your little black book, yet you bring this to everyone.. Thanks.
And it’s comments like yours that make it all worthwhile. Thank you
A Dave in every episode you say? I'll be needing an agent soon! I think your comments are spot on. Iain rubs shoulders with motoring royalty and likely services their vehicles, yet he shares the whole experience in such a manner that you feel a part of it. I learn something new with every video!
Iain makes the interesting, simply fascinating. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
This was awesome but so short! I would have watched this for at least an hour!
Wonderful! Thanks for demystifying Automotive Concours Iain!
Excellent as ever and, with absolutely no irony whatsoever, the music playing at the prize giving is "Fanfare For The Common Man," by ELP.
"Every show needs a Dave"
What a legend. 😅
I was asked to prep a car for this event..... but with 1 weeks notice. Not possible. 😂 I wonder if the guy was able to find someone.
Nice to see a bit of behind the scenes.
Truthfully, the traditional "concours" type judging has always seemed very "smarmy" to me. Not Iain , but this is from perhaps 10 yrs ago. Maybe times are changing?
Perfect Sunday viewing - bottle of red and a half an hour of Ian at a concours event. Thank you.
Another joyful Tyrell video. Thanks! 😊
Hmmm, Was more than a little worried super fan Dave was going to reveal an Alan Partridge style chest tattoo!
I'm not really a trendsetter , no need to worry yourself! I'm pretty sure there are limits to Mr Tyrell's graciousness though.
Bill Mitchell insisted on having the split window on the 1963 Stingray. Pete Brock was one of the main people who penned the design for the Stingray. Pete Brock later used a similar design for the Shelby Cobra Daytona Coupe.
That Lamborghini Muira is simply intoxicating.
Ian, great presentation for explaining the how and why of Concours, I think you hit all the right buttons.
Thank you!
Very pleasant, entertaining video! I really enjoy a behind-the-scenes view, thanks for lifting the curtain, Iain!
Thank you and a pleasure
Sundays wouldn’t be the same without you two. Happy Sunday guys.
What a great category... pop-up lights covers such a diversity.
I agree with Harry. Definitely enjoy the eclectic selection of fabulous cars in this style of concours as opposed to the single marque variety. Good show and great video!
Been gently restoring a 30 year old car and every panel I take off reveals a new story of bodges, mismatched bolts, inexplicable dirt or debris, or sometimes a nice surprise of things being correct. Gives me a new appreciation for the detail and knowledge that goes into preparing concourse vehicles
It can be quite the challenge!
German Racer Erich Bitter adored the style of Ghibli and Indy so much that he created the Bitter CD a quite nice looking coupe based on the Diplomat from Opel with 5.4 liter Chevy V8 and 230 horsepower Paul Breitner owned one…
Love the Fun Fiat Fact about the Muira headlights...!
That Pantera is gorgeous ❤
I love these men!
Wonderful suit jacket Iain and the strictly ballroom analogy LOL
Such a gent,lovely video,thank you Ian
Thank you for doing another wonderful video! It is nice to get out of the workshop for a day or two and be "On parade" as it were. Subscribers, please understand that for Iain, he has to be "On" the second he opens the door from his hotel room, or leaves for the show. He is working both as a judge and his own presentations, which are part of the business. I share the same condition, and it is positively draining after the event is over. Iain handles it all with aplomb and elegance. Both he and Harry are spot on regarding concours events. Concours are not all created equal! Pebble Beach have their own standards, while and SCCA sanctioned event has different classes and judging criteria. There's a chap who spent nearly $1M to restore a 1964 Ford Mustang- his restorer went to Detroit to spend days sorting through cans of bolts to find a set with matching production dates. Took 2 tries, and the chap's car finally won! He was up against several other Mustangs and the event that he was at is strictly political. I don't care for "French Judging" where they have some celebrity female who has never spent one minute in a workshop judging cars that she "feels" are the best. I schooled a group of judges at the friendly event one year, and many of them changed their minds about a winner, based on a very small and narrow bit of car knowledge. Another factor that goes in to some of the judged events is "Who's car was it anyway?" Meaning, my perfect and correct car will lose to Revlon's painted pink car because A) I am a nobody and B)How much did the entrants contribute to the event? Either way, it is a money game made for big players. What a wonderful collection this year, and thank you Iain. I agree 1000% with your Ghibli Spider analysis. I helped install some trim on one years ago and fell in love with her. Also that Grifo has one of the best rear ends on that green, that is, besides the lady with the white hat....
Thanks for your input.
My foreman at GEC in the 90s was a concurs judge specialising in Triumph TR He would mark them down if the paint finish had no orange peel as they all had it when they came from the factory.
I am so glad you were inspired by Harry's Garage to become a star in your own right. Please forgive me if I'm wrong about that, but love your channel.
Thank you. It was indeed Harry who convinced me to try
@@iain_tyrrell Thanks to you and Harry then. Your channel seems like a labor of love but I know it comes from a whole lot of hard work too.
Wonderfully done, thank you Iain.
If you want to make waves in the pop up headlights class you need to show up in a Cizeta V16T
Great episode Iain . . . I must get along to one of those events.
Thanks- sure you’d enjoy it
Constructive criticism: 23:48 - the first race car you featured only showed extreme close-up shots. We never got to see the whole car on the screen.
What a fantastic format of video.
Superb vid!
Beautiful cars, love the Ghibli!
Your content is superb!
Once again a fantastic video 👌
Great video, those Stingrays look stunning and I now prefer them to an E Type. The 928 is the star for me.
Some very rare cars there. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and showing us round.
As I mentioned on Harry’s Garage, this group of cars are my favourites. I couldn’t judge between what is my favourite in the group. If I was to choose my three, then it would have to be the Lancia Stratos, Porsche 928 and the De Thomaso Panterra. But what a collection
In the pop up head lights section, the Corvette c2 would have fitted as that had pop ups
Thanks again Iain for this fascinating view of a concours judgement perspective.I have so much respect ,for your open minded, world view on all the concours events.Even in China.!Your reputation of knowledge in the car world, is mind blowing.As Dave Said you are the same as on video,not surprising for me.What a soundtrack for the awards ceremony,Fanfare for the common man,by ELP.Emerson,Lake & Palmer,for the after boomers.Slight irony there ,dare I say,respectfully.Icing on the cake a chat with Harry Metcalfe,with his lovely Lotus Elan.No doubt “as someone we respect,for inciting you to do this you tube channel,may say,”More videos coming soon”.The world can only be a better place for that.Thanks to both of you😀!
Thank you!
Again this was an educational video, as I have often wondered what goes into determining how to choose the best of the best when you are surrounded by such amazing vehicles, both past and present.
WoW Amazing👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
Thanks Sir IAIN for taking us along😍😍😍
Great video👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻
A Great show and with Dave and Harry too ! ! !
Great show, love the organic style of show, appreciate the minor mishaps, snap snap, thank you for being so original
wow these cars look flawless to my eye!
Thank you. Beautiful cars. Looked like a very good day for all.
Thank you
That split window is gorgeous.
Too cool. You dress up well! Great to see you and Harry together. We’re going to call you “de Judge “.
Thank you, Iain; gives us a leg up when we´ve spent a lot of money and want to show off our baby at such a show... this helps us manage our expectations...
I had a friend who owned a perfect Jaguar XK120 DHC, and at a Jaguar Club event the judges were trying separate two cars for best of show. They docked him half a point because the spare wheel cover in the boot wasn't positioned so the gap between the edge of the mat and the body was even on all sides. He was so pissed off that he dropped out of the club, and never showed his car again.
What a fantastic video thank you Iain.
Excellent channel! Just the best…topics and showcased cars are incredible! Bravo once again!
Thank you!
You'd imagine it wouldn't be too hard to find a series Lagonda with popups that would actually fulfill the criteria of the group.
really enjoyed this one Iain !
An interesting look at Concours judging and, if I may say so, Iain, looking suitably dapper yourself; nice to see someone wearing that rarity these days, a necktie, and of the correct length.
Thank you!
Best one yet.
The Crocodile roof on the Charger is simulated, Chrysler had all sorts of unique vinyl top designs at this time, they had a Mod Top with a paisley pattern too
Good evening, Mr. Tyrrell hope you are doing well.
this is a very interesting side of the concourse that I never knew but I would always like to learn about and it’s brilliant to hear from a judges perspective what you are particularly looking for always learning something new thank you very much
Thank you Tristan!
Good morning lain. Love all the comments . Every days a school day ! Did l spot a certain FF in the background ? and was that Sophia Lorens Rolls Royce Drop head? The late Brian Wills , a very well respected local engineer built a light weight Elan for his wife to race and it weighed in at an astonishing 400Ibs less than the original ! Titanium door locks , seat frames , front number plate etc. And the split rear window is my favourite 325 bhp with drum brakes !!!! Thankyou lain .
My favorite "car guy" checking my favorite car of the class, the Stratos... Would have loved to see that assessment.
Thanks Tyrrell.
Hey! A great fan and Harry too!
Ha! There are no new steps in ballroom! A classic
Good to see the Alfa SZ making an appearance, a very marmite car but I personally think it's beautiful.
Personally I'd prefer a concours that has less emphasis on perfection and more on history. That's what attracts me to these cars aside from the design. Enjoyed the video as always.
Brilliant as always thank you 👍👍
Spotted you and your mrs in Chester railway station before you went to the big smoke 😊
Thanks Iain for yet another entertaining and educational video. Your comments on the C2 factory paint finish and gel coat immediately reminded me of your F40 videos. Fibreglass on the Corvette and carbon fibre on the F40. Decades, technology and continents apart, and yet in both cases it was common to see the fibre pattern through the paint. Some things never change. A fault? - "No sir/madam, they all look like that..." 😀
Maserati Ghibli spider and Aston Martin Lagonda are incredible
Agreed
Harry pointing out how nice his door closes 😊
And yeah it's nice
Another great informative video Iain. I was slightly worried at the intro because I thought “he isn’t road testing that big gun is he” 😂
Iain, I've been watching your channel for some time now; Excellent channel. A B!g
Th🍁nk you to Harry for getting you to start one 🤘🤘. My favourite videos so far are the ones on the Kevlar paneled "Turbo Charged Beast" F40 and, of course my first favourite car, the Lamborghini Countach 👍👍. It would be really cool if you got a still MIGHTY 627hp, 240mph, and STILL the fastest naturally aspirated engined car in the world a McLaren F1 in your shop 🤘🤘 "YEAH❗️" Glen from well 🍁
Very interesting video some great cars 🚘 thank you for sharing
Love the pop up headlight category and awesome to see someone drove a car from Belgium. Agreed with Harry on the mix of cars.
All 63 Corvette coupes were split windows from the factory and only 63s were split windows as it was dropped in '64. Some 63s had the split removed by their owners. The aftermarket is now making everything reproduction to add it back and some resto mods have added the split to later cars, as one would expect this draws mixed reactions.
The NCRS (National Corvette Restorers Society) and Bloomington certifications can be very detail oriented and some would say political. Funny you say that just after I typed this. As a Corvette owner, in the USA, there are various types of Corvette people. Horsepower Warehouse and Midyear Mitch on youtube can give those curious some of the spectrum.
Urban legend had it that Mazda bought an Elan while designing the MX-5. I'd love to know if that is true or legend.
Superb Video. Thoroughly enjoyed it. The icing on the cake is when the two leading representatives of the “League of Extraordinary Automotive Gentlemen” get together - Iain Tyrrell and Harry Metcalfe. Absolutely Fantastic! That snippet about the Lotus’s amazing “lightness” is a real tribute to Sir Colin Chapman and his dictum. So nice of Harry to speak so eloquently about that.
17:35 a full on Alan Partridge moment. Only missing a request for a tie and blazer badge combination pack! 🤣
Very interesting. Maybe there should be a pop-down headlight category.
Hi Iain. I was at the Lamborghini museum last week and someone who looked like your double was walking through. Was it you?
No, wasn’t me. How funny
A very interesting presentation by Ian. I never realised there were different levels of Councour. I always thought the "other end of the pendulum", as he put it, was the required standard, cars kept in glass cases, carried round in covered transporters etc., such nonsense IMO. The fact some of the cars here are actually used is just how it should be!👍
OK, personal choice time, I hereby nominate the Pantera as one of the best looking cars of all time.
That beautiful Ghibli in "Bronzo Metalizato" is the same colour as my shed. Just sayin'.😂😂
Amazing cars. You must have enjoyed your day at the show. 😊😊😊
Pantera and Charger 500 with Croc skin roof for me !!!!...
I'm not a fan of perfect cars. Sounds like they never get driven. Yes, I'm glad people are looking after them, but I'd rather see them as daily drivers than gathering dust in a collection.
That Pantera: wow! Do you think you could do an in-depth feature and drive of it please Mr T?
See what we can do!
Some time ago Jay Leno showcased a 63 corvette split-window. He mentioned the wheel cover was made of, I believe, 17 parts, a ridiculous number of parts for on wheel cover. GM changed the design after the split-window stopped production. I imagine those covers are virtually impossible to find today.
Never seen them but I’m sure you’re right
Bill Mitchell and Duntov didn't agree on the split window. Mitchell pushed to get it through and it was approved for the 63 MY and then gone for 64.
It would seem to me that judging Concours is somewhat similar to judging in Crufts and Chelsea Flower Show. Both my late Mother and sister did. It was the tales they recounted afterwards that were both unrepeatable and greatly amusing. I can imagine your experience is similar.
Oh the Ghibli….. please Santa I’ve been a very good boy. May I have a Ghibli for Christmas 🎄 please!
Great film Iain and stunning event.
Agree with Harry about preferring a more eclectic collection of cars as opposed to a row of seemingly identical ones (yawn) whatever type event it may be. Technically a clam shell design, as opposed to pop-up, I would've liked seeing the U.S. represented by a '65 Buick Riviera in that category rather than the Dodge Charger.
Something missing from the pop up headlight category.🤔
Do the owners ever actually drive these over restored wonders? Give me Icon Derelict any time.Good however to see you & H Metcalf together!
Fanfare For The Common Man indeed!