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@BobSimon-u5w 2 күн бұрын
Thank you, sir, for your incredibly entertaining videos. I've been following along since day one and have truly enjoyed each and every one of your videos. It’s sad to see this car to go, but I am very excited for your next build -- maybe something American? 😉🇺🇸
@v8creative Күн бұрын
Hi Bob, so pleased you like the series. 2.5 years in the making :-). The RS has gone to an amazing new home, so having a little rest for now but the next project is on it's way
@UltimaRSfan 2 күн бұрын
If you were to build the rs again, how would you spec it? More specifically the color and engine choice. Would you go the same? Or would you put in a LT4, LS7 (if you could find one)...
@v8creative 2 күн бұрын
@@UltimaRSfan I would 100 percent go for the LS3 again. The power suits the car perfectly and is very usable, and if you want more it is a very simple tune. As for colour, yep I would go different just for a change - orange :-)
@darrenr67 2 күн бұрын
Such an unbelievably tasteful build. So many key choices. Body colored wheel arch vents, painting the block, the engine itself being under stressed and well matched to the vehicles weight. The engine cover. It’s all fantastic
@v8creative 2 күн бұрын
@@darrenr67 thank you.
@anto11b 2 күн бұрын
Is it sold yet? From Australia
@v8creative 2 күн бұрын
@@anto11b yes the RS has sold
@anto11b 2 күн бұрын
@@v8creative thank you. I’m sure they will enjoy it for many, many years to come.
@comicsman30 5 күн бұрын
Thank you, sir. The build is awesome. Sad she can't be yours forever. But I look forward to your next project. I hope to learn more about car building and having fun spannering. God speed sir, and have fun.
@v8creative 5 күн бұрын
@@comicsman30 thanks for the comment. I need to down tools for a while to recover. This KZbin content generation is very time consuming
@loganpichon 7 күн бұрын
your videos and you yourself are a source of inspiration and ambition for me, now I have to save money to be able to order mine... but where does the LS3 compressor go? I watched all the episodes and I didn't see it...
@v8creative Күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment, and as regards the compressor I decided it was not required since the power was more than enough. Also the LS3 is such a superb engine, it seemed a shame to mess with the V8. Cheers Nigel
@jasontimmons1568 9 күн бұрын
Do you have any video of where the condenser for the A/C sits?
@v8creative 7 күн бұрын
Hi Jason, yes I do. It's fitted above the drivers side fuel tank but I can't remember which episode. It is post final body fit since it connects to the side pod. Sorry not to give you an exact episode but there are so many I would be searching for a while :-)
@georgehollis4133 13 күн бұрын
U r a craftsman sir Epic series Can’t wait for the next You could make an electric version
@v8creative 12 күн бұрын
Hi George, and thanks for the support. Electric cars don't rock my boat I'm afraid, but keep tuned another project will be on its way soon
@georgehollis4133 12 күн бұрын
@@v8creative Can’t wait 😜
@johnnymaakana5344 10 күн бұрын
I don't know if he will agree with you on the electric build cos as a petrolhead myself the thought of going all electric kinda leaves a bad taste in my mouth. Compare the sound coming out of 8 chambers and all those moving parts working in unison to produce a symphony out of the pipes to a sound of an EV😖😖😖 ,that alone is a no from me
@Robert-mn8gc 14 күн бұрын
Why r u selling it Nigel . ... the Wife or the Ultima.. Pity l dont have the $$$$$$ . How r we going 2 keep in touch.. Ur email... r u going 2 keep this email once u have sold the Ultima RS U r a quality person Nigel & would ❤ 2 follow u on ur next Project. Robert Australia 🇦🇺 😅
@v8creative 14 күн бұрын
@@Robert-mn8gc the reason for selling is I prefer to build cars over driving them. If I had the funds and space this would be a keeper, but alas I’m a mere working mortal :-). A new project will be coming, it depends how quickly the beast finds a new home. Cheers Nigel
@orpheusness2422 15 күн бұрын
Thank you very much for all your hard work with the videos building this car. Gonna be a great help for when I build mine
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
Great to hear. Enjoy your upcoming build :-)
@Solo6amers 15 күн бұрын
Thank you Nigel for documenting an exceptional build of and exceptional performance marque. I'll be eagerly waiting for the next build.
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
My pleasure
@ParissaKhoury 15 күн бұрын
Wish this car was Left Hand Drive because i would have gifted it to my husband for his birthday
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
You are clearing a very good wife :-).
@bryanhallman8183 15 күн бұрын
Well.... that didn't take long.
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
Life moves on. Thanks for tuning in.
@bran170 16 күн бұрын
Its sad she has to go 😢 good luck with the sale nigel!
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
Thanks
@djremotion2 16 күн бұрын
The instructed beer chugging pace is impressive. I hope this is not last episode and you could keep the car. Or at least for a while and make some countryside driving with Rufus and film it to us.
@v8creative 15 күн бұрын
Hope you enjoyed the beers watching the final episode? :-)
@peterrule8107 16 күн бұрын
Loved the whole build, well done. I will definitely be tuned in for your next project.
@v8creative 16 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment Peter, and so pleased you enjoyed the spannering. Cheers Nigel and Rufus
@TheBigbadwhitey 16 күн бұрын
Nigel! Have you had a chance to weigh the car? I am curious with all the options and trim that you picked, if you got a final weight for the car.
@v8creative 16 күн бұрын
Good question, and the answer is no. However, I would say the options I have fitted are not heavy at all. The carbon fibre is a light as a feather, and as for the trim options these again are next to nothing. I would say even with a passenger in the car I don't notice a change in performance which I guess is telling me she is so light and there is so much power it's probably negligible. Thanks for the comment and keep tuned.
@mikebeer1567 17 күн бұрын
Well im extremely disappointed, i presumed that the car meant more to you than that, do you expect us to watch another build just for you to sell that also
@v8creative 16 күн бұрын
Hi Mike, sorry to hear that but if I had the resources I would keep all my cars but since building is what I enjoy most this is how I roll. It is the passion for building I wanted to share with my audience to hopefully inspire others to try something new themselves. Thanks for the comment. Cheers Nigel and Rufus
@ezacher4634 17 күн бұрын
Watching a scared of the car driver.
@v8creative 16 күн бұрын
Yep, a little
@PeterVose 17 күн бұрын
Thanks Nigel for the last 21/2 years.... Great Build, Great Car, Great Presentation 🙂
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
My pleasure, and thank you for following my journey. Positive comments such as yours makes me want to continue.
@iankirwan8156 17 күн бұрын
Been watching since the first episode and thoroughly enjoyed the series. Lots of great advice and tips, plenty of motivation and of course Rufus. Sorry to see the RS for sale, but i understand you enjoy the build process so much, it makes sense to move it on and start with another project. I'm looking forward to seeing what that is and want to say thank you for all the effort required to create the videos and for sharing the journey. Good luck with the sale and enjoy the break from spannering and creating content. See you back here soon
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
@@iankirwan8156 thank you Ian, always appreciate positive comments. I have a smaller project planned, completely different but my usual approach and humour :-)
@familydipol 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for sharing this fantastic journey. Looking forward to your next build. 🍻
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
My pleasure
@theinfamousbigboss3743 17 күн бұрын
Wow. I started watching this series just about 3 months ago. And here I am to the last one. I've always been a gear head and a driver. Building an Ultima is my ultimate goal. Hopefully within the next 2 years. Watching you during this time has helped me cope with the recent loss of my mother in law who passed on Sunday morning. So I thank you for these videos and the brilliant editing and your knowledge for this project. I look forward to seeing what your next project will be. Until then from the hills of Tennessee and your friend across the pond. God bless and you enjoy your spannering, I'm making my way back to part 1.
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Firstly, sorry for your loss. I'm so pleased the series has helped you focus on something positive. I lost both my parents during the build, so totally understand what you are going through. Something I found very useful was every time you find yourself thinking about the loss and feeling upset, just remember the reason you feel so upset is that person meant so much to you and added so much to your life. It's good medicine and can change sadness into positive memories. Cheers Nigel
@theinfamousbigboss3743 17 күн бұрын
@@v8creative thank you Nigel. It means a lot. Most important thing is being there for my wife, but sometimes you gotta put time in for yourself. And your series has helped tremendously. You seem like a cool person to hang out with and have a beer. I look forward to seeing your next build. But when I build mine I'd love to give a shout out to you. Ultima's have always been my favorite supercar, and being able to build one by hand I think would be even sweeter. I don't think I'd be able to sell it lol. Once again thank you.
@eohmit 17 күн бұрын
Beautiful! The car is magnificent, nicely done. Bittersweet to see the end of the project, I’ve enjoyed following along. The build and the channel’s production have been top notch. Good luck with finding a buyer of this awesome car. You are doing something I’ve been unable to do-sell off a project that I’ve spent so much time doing, and so the cars accumulate 😊. Looking forward to your next project. Any hints on what it might be? Cheers, Eric
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Appreciated Eric. Yep it's been a journey and the end result is very impressive. Next project yet to be decided to be honest, but I need a rest first and some room in the Dean Den
@zawkins7390 17 күн бұрын
2000 take it or leave it
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Let me think...... :-). Sorry, I'll have to pass. Thanks for the comment
@TejasMahla-wk3gt 17 күн бұрын
Driving video looks sped up. Nice
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
I did consider slowing the videos down since driving the beast is like being in the star ship Enterprise on warp speed. But that is what she feels like in real life :-)
@The_R_Vid 17 күн бұрын
Sad to see it go, but excited for the next build! Loved following this journey.
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
As am I, but glad to hear you enjoyed the series
@57948Life 17 күн бұрын
Nigel, I hired my RS to be built (chassis 161). It has been a project in nightmares and cost overruns. It's at the tuner waiting to run. Had I known you would sell yours and mine would run 6 months past when I thought it would be finished, I would have bought yours 😅.
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Sorry to hear your experience but it sounds like your RS is close to the finish line. Paying for a third party to build a car of any type or make can be extremely expensive and often overruns so you are not alone. However, once you get behind the wheel all that will fade away I promise :-)
@boywonderrr71 17 күн бұрын
Just throw up your asking price or drop it in cars&bids
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
If she does not sell I will in due course, but I want to give channel viewers the option first since you guys have supported me through this journey
@daviddickinson6346 17 күн бұрын
Hi Nigel i am surprised that you are selling the RS but i think i maybe understand why. I spent 5 years building my AC Cobra replica and loved every moment of the build. The decision making, the problem solving, the research, the excitement as it comes together and the satisfaction when its finished. It is hard to describe the feeling. All that is gone when its finished, yes its fun to drive, yes i am proud of the achievement but its not the same feeling. I still have the Cobra but don't drive it enough. I fancy building an Ultima or a GT 40 but my wife probably would not support another build. I look forward to your next project. Cheers Dave
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Hi David, understand the wife thing since building a car is all-encompassing and can reduce DIY time in the home :-). A GT40 build is indeed a big project compared to a Cobra. Anyway, thanks for the support and maybe one day you will spanner again
@daviddickinson6346 Күн бұрын
@@v8creative thanks for the reply , appreciate that. Have you ever considered building an aircraft, there are some beautiful planes out there to build. I know a guy here in New Zealand that built a Spitfire replica, it is beautiful. Cheers Dave
@JohnnieBravo1 17 күн бұрын
Holy Cow, Nigel! When I saw this pop up on my KZbin list today, I didn't believe it! When I started watching, I had to pause, and go pour myself a double shot of my very best top shelf (A.K.A. EXPENSIVE) Tequila. But once you explained you are a builder, not a driver, I got it. Apparently twin sons from different mothers here. Looking forward to the next adventure. Cheers Sir!
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment, and yep planning the next adventure ;-)
@SuperJimboJet 18 күн бұрын
Really enjoyed watching this series , thank you
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
My pleasure. Appreciate the message
@nevilleabraham4318 18 күн бұрын
Wow! Two and a half years? I've followed you on this project from your first episode. I guess all good things must come to an end. The sounds of that LS were something else. That engine sounds really really nice. What is the next project? Whatever it is, I'll be watching. Whoever the manufacturer is of the new kit -- if that is what's next -- they will surely give you technical assistance because your name would be gold for any company out there. Of course it's no surprise that you are selling the car. It's the journey that is most satisfying for builders. Still it would be fun to see you rip up a few Ferraris and gobble up some Porsches. Well, the one who buys The Beast from you can have the pleasure of doing that. In safe environs, of course. As the electronic highway signs leading into Las Vegas sometimes say; "Racing is for the track." Until next week, well let's give it two weeks then. We'll all get to see what's new in the Dean Den.
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
Thanks for the comment and permission to put my feet up for a couple of weeks ;-). Keep tuned
@evielily4846 18 күн бұрын
Rufus looked like he enjoyed himself! Congrats on the build and the videos!
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
He loved it :-)
@shadygtr3346 18 күн бұрын
What a great journey and a fantastic car, I wish Harry Metcalfe could have taken it out for a spin
@v8creative 17 күн бұрын
The videos do not do the car justice to be honest. The driving experience is off the scale
@anidiotinaracingcar4874 18 күн бұрын
17:34 Nigel, did you wash your tyre threads?
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Of course :-). Washed the treads, applied silicon to make her shine. After all they call me Detail Dean
@johnhamilton9215 18 күн бұрын
Thank you! Watching your build was epic!
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thanks John, my pleasure
@utkarshkaushik617 18 күн бұрын
I expected this to happen but still this was sudden i was hoping go see you drive it a couple more miles well nevertheless loved seeing all your videos and how in depth they were
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thank you for the kind words. Its been an amazing journey. Yep, selling the beast may sound a little too early but keeping momentum is important. Yep if I had the funds, the RS would be a keeper since it's the best driving experience I have ever had.
@simblorr 18 күн бұрын
You better decide what’s next quickly and get spannering Nigel, we’re expecting a new video in two weeks! In all seriousness though, it’s been a great series to follow, with a great car at the end. ‘Patiently’ waiting for the next build!
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thank you, comments like yours are appreciated and makes the hundreds of hours editing worth while. As regards the 2 weeks, there may be a slightly bigger gap since I need a rest. Cheers Nigel
@iantucker-pr1xe 18 күн бұрын
Can’t imagine what could possibly top this and come next. Maybe has to be a change of direction or maybe a back to basics restoration 😂😂. Can’t imagine the Dean Den dirty and oily. Joined the journey around episode 20 and have watched every episode. Loved it all. Brilliant. So good to see high quality British content.
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Hi Ian, and thank you for your kind words. I may have a mini project which will be oily. Keep tuned
@dougdorrer4622 18 күн бұрын
What is the next build project Nigel?
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Yet to be decided :-)
@dougdorrer4622 18 күн бұрын
@@v8creative Factory Five and SuperLite have some good choices.
@lumepearl7759 18 күн бұрын
@@dougdorrer4622 I agree with you on recommending Factory Five. I built two Type 65 Coupe's and they are amazing cars.
@theawakengeneration8826 18 күн бұрын
Superformance GT 40 would be great
@garydonald4735 18 күн бұрын
Did I miss the video with the build costs?
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Hi Gary, no I decided not to show the build cost since it would be out of date if viewed after subsequent price rises. If you are interested in build an RS of my spec then contact the factory and they can provide a break down of the cost.
@boywonderrr71 17 күн бұрын
@@v8creativeWhy not just give an asking price?
@1843arrow 18 күн бұрын
Fantastic series Dean, I have watched all of the episodes and thoroughly enjoyed them all,they have given me much inspiration to enjoy my own kit car build. The most memorable clip was when you picked up the transaxle to put it on the bench, I laughed so much I couldn't breathe. Can't wait for your next project!!!
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for the great comment and yes that transaxle was bl**dy heavy. Well for a pen-pusher lie me. Great you enjoyed the series.
@mikeedge3419 18 күн бұрын
Ticked every box? Seriously you went for the lowest spec engine because you couldn’t afford it, then bang on about all the cosmetic stuff you chose for show, and how it’s a monster, again you chose the lowest spec engine! Good try at funding your building hobby but at least be honest at the true spec of the car you’re selling.
@trading-university. 18 күн бұрын
Lowest spec? Thats a relative term. It was a brand new engine
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Hi Mike, thanks for your comment :-). When building an Ultima RS you have two options. LS of LT. I went the LS route since you can get the same power from an LS compared to an LT with a much lower centre of gravity. Yes it is a lower engine cost, but in my eyes it was, and still is the right decision. The LT4 comes in at 650bhp, the LS3 can easily get to that level with minimal tuning - hence my comment in the middle of the episode. The vast majority of options/upgrades I have selected are not cosmetic, but cooling, braking, fuelling, transmission, engine breathing, chassis, suspension, aero, electrics, exhaust, instrumentation etc. So not sure where you get cosmetic from? So my words are accurate, which can be verified by the Ultima factory. Anyway, where's that beer ;-)
@jasonhill5861 18 күн бұрын
@@v8creative I have been on an Ultima journey. I snubbed an RS with LS3 engine as I really wanted one with an LT5. None were for sale so I bought an older GTR720 with race tuned 406 SBC running 720bhp, hence the GTR720. In my time owning the GTR, I met RS owners with both LT5 and LS3 engines. The LT5 owners advised that the engine was too torquey for the RS, tall centre of gravity due to the super charger, and not much of a revy engine. Owners of the LS3 said that it was perfect choise for the RS becasue the engine is revy, light and readily tunable. I now own an RS with forged LS3 engine 6.2 to 6.7 (like the 406 720bhp SBC) with the option of twin turbos. I believe Nigel made the best choice, and the pristine car is ready for the new owner to leave as is or tune how they want. Nothing low spec at all, especially with the way that engine bay turned out 👌
@markwalton8644 18 күн бұрын
I'm not sure how you call a 500bhp low spec? Coupled to a Car which weighs under a Ton will be faster than a lot of Supercars with a Superior Power to Weight. The Rest of the Car is Top Spec and will hands down beat Most Supercars with Superior Downforce and Handling. If you want to Slap a Supercharger on or a Couple of Turbos it'll be a Higher Spec but to Fast for the Road! Perhaps you should build you Own so you can Prove you can make a Higher Spec!!
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thanks for the logical words Jason :-). Great to meet you at Gasoline Juice and one of the few people who have seen my car in person.
@craigritchie8470 18 күн бұрын
Who is surprised by the “For Sale” sign? [Crickets]. I’ve watched every video since day one. Somebody is going to get an awesome car that will retain it’s value given Nigel’s reputation in the community.
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thanks Craig, it's all part of the journey and so pleased you have watched from the start
@tazanteflight8670 18 күн бұрын
Have you revealed the next project? You have been teasing it for 3 episodes now. And I dont see any mention of it in this episode...
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Nope, still undecided and that will come in due course
@JohnStowers 18 күн бұрын
Wait what. This entire youtube channel was just an advertisement so you could sell the thing?
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Of course I would spend 2.5 years, 1,000+ hours, and posting 66 episodes making a car add. :-) No, as explained in the episode, my true passion is building cars. It's now time to move onto my next challenge.
@JohnStowers 18 күн бұрын
@@v8creative sure thing that sounds totally not retconned
@trading-university. 18 күн бұрын
Why on earth would he do that? It would sell anyway using normal channels as Nigel is well known in the kit car world.
@JohnStowers 18 күн бұрын
@@trading-university. Because the price KZbin normies are prepared to pay is higher than the price that experienced kit car owners are willing to pay. The market for the former is also about 100x the size of the latter.
@aedsy 17 күн бұрын
@@JohnStowers Lol, you goose. Think. Consider the thousands of hours he spent and years of work vs the potential payoff. If it is still not immediately obvious that the channel was about the passion of building the car, then I encourage you to spend multiple years and thousands of hours on a channel next time you sell a car. If you consider it from your own perspective then you may be able to comprehend that it is not an appealing option.
@johnduddy2359 18 күн бұрын
Good to bear that thing being driven the way it should be !!!! Hope the sale goes well
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Yep, she sounds amazing. You can't beat a V8 on full song
@jamespray 18 күн бұрын
WhaaaaaaAAAAAT! Honestly I'm not surprised ... the real fun was in the building!
@v8creative 18 күн бұрын
Thanks James, however, I must say driving the beast is amazing
@JB-ht6lc 21 күн бұрын
Greetings! Amazing job you are doing, started from episode one and watching it almost every second morning :) It is most probably too late for asking questions regarding the build, since I am in episode 40 at the moment when there are 60+ already, but can you share the name of the song/music that's in the ending? Again, very nice content and hobby you have here!
@v8creative 21 күн бұрын
Morning, and of course you can ask questions. What episode are you referring regarding the music and I can find the artists name for you. Cheers Nigel