Bubble car barnfind - BMW Isetta and derelict Messerschmitt microcar discovered in a bush

[@playwme3]

What an episode! Know what i love most? Jonny doesn’t feel like a Tv show host or interviewer. It’s like he’s your car knowledgable best mate who’s always ready to jump in and get his hands dirty. That’s kind of rare these days. I laughed so hard at the banter between them about the “Top Spec”. So natural and unforced.

[@chosenone5417]

It would be so nice to see this car restored. I have subscribed just to see if it will happen.

[@paulkazimierzdanisz5152]

Have you ever seen a gogomobile, German. Also maybe a 3 wheeler version

[@playwme3]

@@paulkazimierzdanisz5152 , Yeah, I’ve got a mate who’s right into these microcars. Has both the Isetta and a Messerschmit, and several Gogomobiles among others. We had one here in Australia with the Gogomobile chassis which was then fitted with an Australian made body called the Dart.

[@paulkazimierzdanisz5152]

@@playwme3 I have photograph somewhere of an off white gogomobile, the one that looks a bit like a tiny alpha romeo. courteously from a region in Germany,called kirchrabach, spelling might be wrong though the fella in his easy 60,s at the time name of Henneke, .

[@brumsgrub8633]

And they wonder why TV is dieing. This is absolutely brilliant, what a lovely man he was also. Great memories for the bloke. Superb jonny. Love this channel so much

[@piccalillipit9211]

When KZbin launched I said "what a stupid idea - who wants to watch other peopled home videos??" I have never been more wrong about ANYTHING.

[@jwvandegronden]

@@piccalillipit9211 same here. Absolutely bang on!

[@bighit2481]

Would love to see the restoration though. But you’re right. Tv is becoming a thing of the He past, especially when it’s use to inflict fear of the world ending and we are all going to die all the time

[@danielduke5059]

I pretty much watch just KZbin nowadays well for the last 5 or 6 years hardly ever watch the TV at the end of the day its what is entertainment for you and unfortunately most of the TV shows try to appeal to everyone and that doesn't work if you like this sort of thing then KZbin is the way to go, I was just watching a guy build a mustang from all new panels for 45 minutes he literally spot welds a load of panels together but I'm glued to it, now by far Johnny's barn finds are my favourite thing to watch Johnny is just great dunno what it is but I feal like I'm meditating just zone out and enjoy it!

[@scottishfanta]

You really are the jewel of the automotive KZbinrs johnny, Was glued to my screen every second, please please please do some more of this content!

[@jarthurs]

Jonny's geniune boyish enthusiasm shines through, especially in episodes like this. This isn't a job for him, it's a vocation and a passion.

[@Metal-Possum]

I used to dismiss him because he was on that "Other" car show on TV. Then I saw him interviewed by Robert Llewellyn some years back and it's been all uphill from there. :)

[@dommorton]

Dean is a long time good friend of mine. Thank you Jonny and the team for taking the time to put this together. Really enjoyable vid and a respectful nod to Dean’s father and his hobbies. Bravo 👏🏻

[@erik.dahlberg]

This was such a lovely episode. A great thanks to Dean for his generosity in sharing his memories of his late father and his tinkering passion. In a way Dean and Johnny has immortalised those efforts with this beautiful video. Dean's warm character shines through in his somber ways and comments. Johnny is indeed a jewel, but we already knew that. Anyways, cheers from Sweden!

[@simondrobinson]

Some of those Messerschmitt parts a really rare, if he could contact the Messerschmitt owners club they would help find a new home for them I’m sure. The car could be restored even in that condition too.

[@MarJay1980]

This wasn't just a car video, this was a beautiful testament to a father and his relationship with his son. I found this very moving, and it goes to show how the car has become more than a mode of transport. More than a thing for lugging stuff about. It's a vessel for our obsessions and a window into our lives. Epic.

[@Murray_23]

When Johnny uploads a barn find video I stop what I'm doing and watch it! 😎

[@shaydevlin5557]

Same

[@adamharris5355]

Yep!

[@andrewfaulkner-clegg9306]

👍 I told my wife I’m having 33:17 to myself

[@TheTommckenna]

The content on this quickly growing channel is fantastic! Well presented with good production quality, loving it.

[@roedevilla]

Agree

[@golach420]

Johnny 's empathy shines through. He seems a genuinely nice guy and not just there for content.

[@danrolph1666]

Really agree !! Love it!!

[@adamfry1125]

@@golach420 that's exactly what I was thinking. The more we see and hear from Jonny he just seems such a nice genuine guy just being himself. So refreshing.

[@konrad565]

Didn’t plan on cutting onions this evening but this one got me...

[@happyreaper5429]

The Isseta which was “British” made was probably made in the old Pullman Carriage Works just outside Brighton station. There was an article in the Brighton Evening Argus a few years ago. The Pullman Carriage works had no road access as they are under some cliffs in a cutting so all the parts came in by train down from Victoria Station in a goods waggon attached to the end of a passenger train. After the cars were assembled they were sent back to London in goods wagons and unloaded back at Victoria. The article had photographs of a bubble car that had been bought by someone in Brighton and rather than pick it up in London he asked to collect it from the works. Apparently they shut off the power to the line one Sunday morning and laid planks over the railway line and drove it off. That’s some service.

[@scoobydoo6344]

Interesting

[@adrianday8678]

My sister owns a brighton built one they are right hand drive.

[@chriswood6520]

Great story! Thanks.

[@happysporran]

Another vote of thanks

[@maxhodgson4462]

The factory was where the carpark is now. Further down in the new redevelopment, they have Isetta Square, which is a nice nod to the past. www.google.co.uk/maps/place/Isetta+Square,+35+New+England+St,+Brighton+BN1+4GQ/@50.8314236,-0.1393638,20z/data=!4m5!3m4!1s0x487585764124afc3:0xb41866d91a543782!8m2!3d50.8315291!4d-0.139225?hl=en The Pullman works was finally demolished a couple of years back. www.britainbycar.co.uk/brighton/208-isetta

[@dalenichols6512]

Man why is this so emotional. No my dad hasnt passed away, no he doesnt have micro cars, even a barn or a property. Well done in encapsulating the spirit of why we love cars they are memories.

[@MrSteveFurness-Lappin]

I felt emotional too and like you non of this gentleman’s story reflects in my own life.. but the part that got me was the little remote control car.. it was just a moment of seeing the things that gentleman’s dad had held on too & him telling Jonny that he hadn’t been in to the Barn since his Dad passed.. I had a lump in m throat

[@paulfarghi]

Stunning, emotional journey into a treasure trove..... You lucky boi Jonny.....with you there for the adventure... Top top video. More please

[@sjr999r]

Jonny...... You helped a man grieve with a smile and a laugh🙏🏼🤘🏼 Awesome

[@jwvandegronden]

I just hit enter on an essay like comment which tries to encapsulate what you manage to put into words in just one sentence... exactly this!

[@alemass8741]

Proper content. Proper presenter. Proper production. Influenzars take note.

[@neilfurby555]

Wonderful atmosphere and hugely engaging. No theatricals, no music. Super stuff.

[@keithevans5667]

My uncle broke down with me in his bubble car when I was 3 in 1963! He ran out of petrol, OMG I loved it and he drove down to New Milton from London! Brilliant find.

[@stevedenny3547]

Another gem of a barn find,respectful and informative in the same breath.Excellent.

[@aukanmeister]

What an amazing episode! I hope someone, if not Dean himself, finds it in them to bring the BMW Isetta back to life! Really felt the rush of nostalgia when you found the Hilux and the BMX.

[@raythorpe4838]

What a video guys, it's actually a bit emotional. Top bloke letting you in to film and also Johnny definitely the best guy for the job. Amazing job guys🤙🙏

[@markobrien7802]

Best barn find episode yet. Didn't think it would be anywhere near that good but it was magic! No scripted bullshit just natural conversation which is so refreshing. Johnny you are a master of your trade.

[@thebodger74]

Great episode Jonny, my Grandad had a Messerschmitt bubble car back in the day; apparently the extreme lightness was an issue in high winds, and the story I was always told was of him driving across Dartmoor one stormy night, and coming across a random person walking along the road at which point he insisted that the pedestrian have a lift as he needed the 'ballast' to keep the car on the road!

[@cooperm8899]

Like everyone else, I felt like this was fantastic.

[@LupinYonderboy]

Lost my dad suddenly and unexpectedly in 2019 just 2 days after his 70th, still hurts. Condolences. Also he was a proper petrol head, owned a 90s alfa spyder and was in the process of having a 59 Gulia Sprint restored.

[@MrAesthet]

Props to the cameraman, beautifully filmed!

[@marktaylor-hankins9398]

cheers

[@_Makanko_]

Nice, a bit of a melancholic episode. I wish they had both been indoors, that Messerschmitt looks so special. Cheers

[@vokstar]

Cheers to you Jonny, love your work but didn't know if I would like this one. I think the compassion and empathy shown to Dean, was amazing.

[@Staghound]

This brought a tear to my eye reminding me of about 2 years ago when we pulled my dads old isseta out of my grandma's front garden after she had passed away. He travelled all round the uk in it (including to fort william as one sticker in the glass proclaimed! which is quite impressive as he lived in sutton) it was moved in the back of a hire van and when we picked it up it came apart exactly like this one into shell and chassis! it was sold not longer after as it really was beyond our skills and budget along with a bucket of spares including the headlight. I hope it gets a chance to ride again one day!

[@Chamba1977]

I recall a red one in a front garden near Sutton. A number of years ago I snuck a letter through what may be your parents' door asking if they'd like to sell it. Unfortunately the phone call never came!

[@nygelmiller5293]

Oliver Vaughan from Nygel Miller. Small world, I live nearby to where you dad lived - not Sutton, but Wallington! And my schoolmate (from Sutton), DID have a 4 - wheel Isetta. (I've never seen another 4 wheel one to this day). And THAT was blue! Also, speaking of Fort William, I missed going there, when I went to Loch Ness. But I'm going again, and will see Fort William next time. (I'm going to chicken out, though, and not travel by Isetta, but by TRAIN!. So many co-incidence in our lives, so I guess you could describe it as "Small World - ,Small Car!"

[@electi0neering]

That was really relaxing to watch, felt like I was there.

[@jonathantaylor1998]

Such a lovely video - understandably, emotional and memory-jogging for Dean. And also emotional for the 'loss' of the Messerschmitt - a quirky, characterful, "of-the-moment" bubble car. But it's still amazing to think that, some 60-70 years ago, someone's skills and efforts went in to manufacturing those bubble cars and that, here in 2021, they are still giving enjoyment and wonder. A great video - thanks Jonny (& Dean)

[@ALoadOfOldScrap]

This was so good, I got to the outro and thought 'it's finished already, could have made the video a bit longer' then realised it was actually a half an hour long video, I swear it went by in 5 minutes! Really enjoyed this one.

[@andeh13377]

The way Johnny puts these together is genius, who else could keep you glued to the screen about a car you have no interest in, love it! more please!

[@davidmbell]

This had me crying, I could feel the emotion from Dean uncovering the past and his memories of his childhood and of his dad. The music was well chosen.

[@barneyomulligan9739]

This is brilliant Jonny, thanks. My Dad commuted from Orpington to central London in one of these, until a truck sideswiped him and knocked the engine out of it! He must have been bonkers and terrified. It sat at the end of the garden as the best playground for years. Thanks again.

[@BasicPlanet]

OMG these glas pieces are super rare to finde. That is by far the most amazing parts find you could ever find.

[@nathanmiller5209]

beautiful show mate, you showed real respect and empathy for the guys memory, well done.

[@MrJayscinema]

Best one of these ever! And emotional! Absolute quality Johnny and co!

[@alexhunter672]

This is artwork. It's beautiful. What an amazing piece of journalism.

[@scottlp2323]

Wonderful. So evocative, intriguing and emotional. Thank you.

[@davidspearce2175]

Great video Jonny,my heart goes out to Dean,couldn't work out if his dad is still with us,but how he talked,reminds me of my old man,and how much I miss him

[@vintageaudiotech7051]

This is one of the best things I have ever seen on KZbin. It brought a tear to my eye and a smile on my face :)

[@aqa321]

Somehow I love the rot more than the shine. Another great video, Jonny!

[@minimonte]

Another great video. Never had any interest in bubble cars and within a couple of mins I was hooked. Really good production quality too.

[@R0n8urgundy]

Absolutely the best automotive channel on KZbin, especially for a relatively new channel. Great work Jonny.

[@h12st_d63]

This is Johnny at his best, automotive KZbin for the soul ... Bravo late brake show, bravo! 👏🏻

[@JonathanOwenPhotographer]

"that's is a bit of boat isn't it"... funnily enough a tiller extension designed and manufactured by my dad, I recognise that sticker logo anywhere (used to have my bunk bed plastered in them when I was younger!). Funny what treasures hide out in barns!

[@marktaylor-hankins9398]

That's amazing!

[@williamfence566]

I was ridiculously excited to watch this and it beats all the emotion I expected. Thanks to Dean for sharing and contacting the program and as always Jonny and team.

[@GPTEK]

No screaming or shouting just totally interesting from beginning to end. Great production too..... keep it up and keep them coming. Geoff

[@playlistsyouneed9516]

I never comment, but I really want this production to do well. Best barnfind video so far, Jonny!

[@paultucker1272]

Brilliantly shot, brilliantly edited.........top quality content. Keep up the terrific work!

[@dalebardsley3882]

Jonny you awesome human being. Helping a complete stranger through a very difficult and emotional voyage back in time. Top man.

[@adamharris5355]

To be fair that Megane coupe will soon be a be a bit of a rare find too

[@sirhenners204]

but you see them absolutely everywhere

[@gilhooley28]

@@sirhenners204 really? Maybe 10-15 years ago but not now. The 2.0 engined ones might be worth something one day. The original sporty Megane.

[@WildCamper]

I test drove one in the 90's , slow as feck . !

[@sirhenners204]

@@gilhooley28 I see beat up ones everywhere, live in cambridgeshire

[@gilhooley28]

@@sirhenners204 I live in Scotland so they’ve probably all rusted away up here ha. Used to see them a lot back in the day.

[@jamesdennis5]

Just brilliant - by far the best motoring content on any platform. Genuine unaffected enthusiasm.

[@smithcn]

Watching this gave me the same feeling I get whenever I set foot in my dad's shed (aka his 'Wendy House'). He died seven years ago and his tools and nuts, bolts etc are still as he left them so I can sympathise with Dean. You video makes great viewing, Johnny.

[@spaceburge]

What a genuinely wonderful piece of programming. Jonny I applaud you for being excited and actually making a potentially upsetting experience one of celebration of his dad’s passion. Loving the Late Brake Show

[@martinneumann7783]

Wonderful! When I went to kindergarten between 1971 and 1974, there was a BMW Isetta (out of duty) in the patio. Sometimes, the kindergarten teacher (or superior Sister Ausonja herself) opened the front door, so we could play in it. This was the best that I can remember: being alone in «my» car, doing something with the steering wheel and driving around in my phantasie world. We did grow up on a very busy road but without any car. We did have only some bicycles and handcarts. But we did survive... Whenever I see an Isetta, this comes into my mind. Childhood... Jonny: what I really appreciate is the silence of your filming. No stress, no yelling, no artificial extra show. Two cameras, different angles of view, good light that is not too bright and makes a warm atmosphere. I'm within the story, that's what I feel. Good work!

[@V_Dubya]

God I love your channel @carpervert . The enthusiasm is joyous and your edits also balanced the obvious nostalgia and emotions . You're a good man Jonny Smith

[@Jim_M_75]

Wow, just wow. Spoiled to get content with such emotion for free. The moment when Dean pulls the Mk1 Astra GTE wing bolt out the tin really got me right in the feels, same with the remote control truck.

[@filipegil8752]

Damn you Johnny... I wasn’t expecting to get all this melancolic. What an amazing piece of videography, car history and above someone’s personal car history and relationships. A class act 😏👍

[@milxl]

this was better than i thought it would be

[@quicknickdriver8510]

Love it Jonny, an emotional journey down nostalgia avenue. My nan used to have a Bond Bug when she was a young lady. I think you helped Dean a great deal that day

[@888johnmac]

one of your best videos ever Mr Smith .. the people who give it a thumbs down must have no soul & no interest in automotive history

[@portman2396]

“Oh sugar plumb fairy” 😂 I genuinely thought it was just me who said that. Must be an English thing??😂😂

[@mickehoe]

I started watching this with the attitude of meh no interest in these bubble cars. But I was glued to it once you started digging.....

[@AndyQuinton]

This is quickly becoming my favourite channel. Such a diverse spread of content. Keep it up Jonny and team!

[@twcmaker]

Love love love these finds. The love for the past in automotive parts and design is so cool. More like this please Johnny 👍👍👍

[@Danarchy7]

We must remember how special and precious these strange shaped pieces of metal we are all so fascinated with really are.. it’s very strange to witness the grave of one being discovered and a beautiful reminder of how easily they can dissolve back into the planet. Thank you for taking us along for the ride!

[@JamesMinchew]

Utterly worth the wait and far more desirable than any new car.

[@V10ViperSRT]

Hope to see a follow up on what he does with the cars in the future.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

I shall keep you posted.

[@V10ViperSRT]

@@TheLateBrakeShow Thank you Jonny. Really enjoyed the film.

[@besenzon1]

Would love to see some more of your day at Dean's. Must be plenty on the cutting room floor

[@skagerstrom]

Amazing episode! And on a sidenote - the color grading is so beautiful in the shadowy parts :O

[@ally_crawford]

Beautifully put together film, story & cinematography

[@raycompton9433]

How good was that, even the wife stayed up and watched it with me 👍

[@carl_sarg3870]

Absolutely loved this episode. Just gets better this channel. Can’t wait for the next one 👍🏻.

[@TheTwingoChannel]

A thoroughly enjoyable barn find exploration.

[@paulg2923]

Got me surprisingly emotional this one. Good work.

[@superlol5]

This has 'Kid in a candystore' energy and i absolutely love it. Johnny you make unique content and i love you for it!

[@janpruijser8649]

I love the camera work and grade. TV quality. Well done!. What was it shot on? Honestly the best episode on the channel so far!

[@shaundolphin]

Excellent Many thanks Jonny, What a lovely guy, you could see how touched he was finding the remote control car.

Definitely my kind of "slow" TV, keep up the great work Jonny

[@redditch11b]

I always make time for these barn find episodes, they are brilliant. 👍

[@tubularap]

Wow, what a great episode. Such an exciting find, and even the owner was unaware of most the condition of the vehicles, so also for him a thrill, besides his own memories coming back. Nice jokes between the owner and the host, relaxed pace, no music to interfere. Good editing. Someone commented earlier that the host doesn't feel like a 'presenter', but more like a friend you invite over to your garage. Positive attitude, knowledgable and witty. My special gratitude and respect for the cameraman. He keeps the shots wide, so we see the whole scene where the dig unfolds. He shows us the vehicle and its parts, instead of foreverlasting close-ups of the host, like so many other channels do. His camerawork is so good, one hardly notices how good it is. It is in service to what we see, and we can enjoy the video fully. Hooray for the cameraman !!

[@marktaylor-hankins9398]

Wow! What a comment!! I’m the cameraman and the editor on this video so I’ll gratefully accept both scoops of delicious praise. Of course the content is what makes people click the thumbnail, and rightly so, but it’s really great to get detailed feedback like yours. That’s made my day. Thanks very much ✌🏻

[@tubularap]

@@marktaylor-hankins9398 - I feel honoured that you replied to me. I could not answer back straight away, so here is. Both praises, for editing and camerawork, are well deserved. I may be more sensitive to them than most people, but still; everyone is affected by both editing and camera, at least sub-consciously. And that effect matters. The host may be good or horrible, still the camera and editing stand on their own. You may not be able to make a bad host into a good one, but still the rest may be enjoyable. But when editing and camera are badly executed, even a good host can be left hanging. That's why Jonny Smith is well equipped with you as a professional. Looking forward to more episodes with you behind the lens.

[@stelswhere5074]

Terrific film. Would love to see the restoration of the Isetta

[@peterhaskew2819]

Great video. A really nice tone - I could almost have been there with you! Props to Dean for contacting you and being such a big part of the video - what a nice bloke.

[@_rlb]

Top quality content this is. None of that shouty fast-paced nonsense you get on tv (and on KZbin). Good stuff. Dean seems like a nice chap by the way. Cheers from one of you Patreon supporters.

[@AddGee]

Brilliant film, more of this please 🙂

[@COROLrave]

Incredible stuff Jonny ! Actual car content that we’re all after !

[@CoveBayBill]

Another fantastic episode that was also sensitively made. Obviously a lot of emotion in that episode.

[@Scottyhasti]

I love these could barn finds Johnny and the emotional journey they take you on

[@DRW58]

Really enjoyable episode a little piece of motoring history thanks Jonny keep up the good work. Great content and production👍 Take Care Stay Safe Everyone Regards Dave 👍😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Lockguard]

This is absolutely amazing! Loved the Volvo, and this is just as exciting! Please do as many of these finds as you can

[@jahsiahmiguelbennett1529]

Really good episode, thanks for sharing it. His dad sounds like a legend

[@stegradon7827]

Loving these 'Barn Finds'

[@iainweller452]

What a fantastic episode, amazing barn find, better than anything on tv

[@TheSpectre223]

Fantastic episode with great content and commentary, and sensitively discussed and filmed. Can't wait to see more of these.

[@burnham7673]

How you don't have 1m subs is a mystery to me. This was great, sad, happy informative, emotional and...just brilliant. Keep it up.

[@TheLateBrakeShow]

Ha! Well hopefully this year we will reach 500k.

[@malcolmlane-ley2044]

Well this is an amazing episode Jonny, emotions for finding those old cars and emotions of what we all eventually have to deal with, I still keep all my Dad's tools separately in the chest I gave him and sometimes I open it just to smell the oiliness that pervades and then occasionally treasure the sense of connection when I use one of them to do a job. Sorry, I'm sure it wasn't just me! These barn finds are wonderful viewing so I hope you will receive some more invitations.

[@fiskrond9212]

17:30 no reverse.. so you have to be very careful where and how you park unless I'm mistaken (from experience with my Polo). Excellent and thoughtfully compassionate video.

[@ebbonfly]

That brings back some happy memories, my first car bought while still at school 15, never knew there was a 250cc engine mine was 300cc.Sold it for £7 wish I still had it today or find a cheap one to restore 😕

[@airthreypark]

Loved this show lads. Very emotional too.

[@interceptordave]

Top stuff Jonny - really enjoyed that. Production values going through the roof with each video.

[@MrSandseeker]

Brilliant stuff Jonny! Very nicely put together piece and very respectful journalism perfectly crafted for anyone with petrol or volts in their veins!

[@dangerousandy]

580 VPL is for a yellow Heinkel 200 bubble car, last taxed in 1978

[@simonhaycocks]

I was just going through the comments to see if anybody else had checked it before I posted it 😂