Connolly Leather Restored - Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud III on the Road | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

[@wilber3762]

That’s a car you drive slowly, so that everyone has time to see you pass elegantly by in it. What an amazing job you and your people have done Iain.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@landhopper4296]

Epic comment!

[@DarkKnightwing75]

I have a coupe version and actually end up driving it quite quickly because for a big car they’re fast and handle very well, a lot more sporting than anyone would ever expect

[@ants9230]

The interior transformation is exceptional! It's difficult to believe it's actually the same leather.

[@theestimator]

So all the mark's, ripple's and mis-aligned seams of the back seat are exceptional ??? Give me a break !

[@ants9230]

@@theestimator Considering it's the original interior then yes, Steve did a great job and the transformation is exceptional. I think a few marks and ripples on a 60 year old interior is to be expected, and there's not much he can do with misalinged seams without re-stitching. He's not a magician after all.

[@TBendez]

​@@theestimatorThat'd be "marks", "ripples" and "misaligned". It's a sixty year old interior, yes it is exceptionally well preserved.

[@406gto]

@@theestimatorwatch Iain’s first video on this car, and the visit to Steve (his leather specialist) to understand why the interior has been refurbished this way. Very intentional given how great shape the car was and is.

[@WilfredZweverink]

What I enjoy Iain is that you have your "test driving face" on, seriously analysing the cars behaviour, steering, alignments etc. And still you manage to address the viewers, I'm really enjoying the professionalism time and time again.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for noticing that- it’s never scripted, and yes I am trying to multi- task….. difficult for a man at the best of times!

[@theloneranger2101]

The leather is absolutely beautiful. The reveal when the roof was opened was stunning. It really makes me very proud to be British, knowing we still have craftsmen who can do this beautiful work around today. Thank you, Ian, for showing the end result.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@kennethyoder9766]

Playing Bach for the interior reveal was so utterly appropriate. Beautiful work indeed.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Glad you liked it

[@jlo2816]

It's actually by Petzold, not Bach,, we've known this for 25 years.

[@MrRandyfive]

I almost want to buy a classic just so I could do business with Ian Tyrrell........ I could listen to his explanations all day. Well done Ian.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@klaushaunstrupchristensen7252]

An absolute delight to see. What a wonderful car. The danish king Frederik IX (1899-1972) drove one in the sixties. Actually he drove a Bentley version but it’s of hardly any importance. A quirk is that he always drove cars with the steering wheel mounted to the right even though we are driving on the right here. Greetings from Denmark

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- greetings to you too!

[@frankyork5808]

That leather restoration is simply outstanding! Well done to the craftsman involved.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks. Steve will be happy

[@muchasgracias6976]

Good Lord, that is simply jaw droppingly, stunningly beautiful. This proves beyond doubt (if it was ever needed) that Great Britain still has world beating artisanal craftmanship within the classic car industry. Brilliant!

[@russellmalone3532]

That is simply a stunning Rolls Royce and the leather is amazing compared to the other video. Wonderful

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@roygardiner2229]

The car was truly beautiful before the restoration and now even more so. Well done, to you and your team.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks!

[@peterbrooke8103]

Absolutely stunning, what a magnificent job you have done

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks

[@bolkoschuseil7484]

Haven't seen a footage of Trrell's for quite a while - and I am happy to be back on it again! Just incredible what you guys create, show and explain in terms of these old, pretious momuments of car history. And always crowned by the smile on your face when acceleration performs as expected! Just marvelous!

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

The epitome of elegance! I imagine the new owner will be / was ecstatic.

[@JoesephBidon]

It's these memories of a bygone age that keeps me sane.

[@chrisnorthall8317]

i cant get over the fact some berk ordered that colour interior in the 1st place! a brave person.

[@tacfoley4443]

Yup, no screeching pizza-eating kids allowed in there, that's for sure!

[@tomtht3355]

Can you imagine the feeling the first owner had on collection day 😎

[@iain_tyrrell]

Not sure I can

[@MB-uw6eh]

I just love how the rear passenger windows come down when you shifted the window handle. Beautiful example of vintage Rolls and the white striped tyres are an aesthetic match.

[@MrBiggordy]

An absolutely, 'drophead' gorgeous piece of automobile history! A beautiful, elegant motor car, sensitively restored to a working condition - I hope the (2nd.) owner appreciates what he's bought. Stunning!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Love the pun…

[@Florida1107]

Thanks for immediately showing me all the little spots on my computer monitor when looking at that pristine, perfect leather, Iain, LOL. Great work

[@CauliflowerMcPugg]

Wow, the leather looks amazing. Such a beautiful car, I could see myself gliding along my tree lined drive in it.

[@iain_tyrrell]

There’s never a tree- lined avenue around when you need one. Thanks for your support

[@tacfoley4443]

I can see me doing that, too. If I had a tree-lined drive..... Living in rural Cambridgeshire as we do, tree-lined drives are in very short supply - we have to drive about three miles to actually SEE a tree.

[@CauliflowerMcPugg]

@tacfoley4443 Three miles in that car to find a tree would be worth it 🤣. I live in rural NZ. Many a farm driveway here have only gum trees. Not the beautiful trees of Britain.

[@briandurning9211]

I have visions of driving around St. Tropez with the top down. Gorgeous vehicle and very lucky second owner.

[@gazzafloss]

One would have to be extremely chuffed with such a fine result, on that lovely RR, thankyou Iain.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@z06doc86]

The leather restoration is absolutely amazing ! WOW.

[@petersellers-dy9mm]

The car, that model is to Die For ❤

[@Pauley_in_GP]

OMG, that's such a stunning car. I have never been the jealous type, but I do envy the owner of this one. I hope that car and its owner enjoy some of those fabulous tree-line roads known to be close-by.

[@Zilla__man]

T always seems like the type of owner that stays in the shop and helps out👍👍

[@blackpool321]

Love how clear the rear windscreen is

[@YusssoM]

Oh I thought you only made one short video about it and I thought that was it. Was a bit upset when you didn't touch much about the mechanic side of it and the road test. Thanks for making the second part for this!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for that- pleasure!

[@christianpratt]

Cheeky Italian tune-up on the test drive! 😃 Fine work by all involved. What a lovely motor car.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@ianashton1593]

Wow, turned out absolutely beautiful, a stunning looking car ! Always particularly interested in the interior restorations as I worked with leather all my life in the footwear industry. An incredibly versatile material and beautifully restored in this gorgeous car. Very enjoyable video as always !

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@novaseline4u]

Very impressive work, sir! You have taken that car about as far as it can go and still remain original. It is breathtaking. I was impressed with how well that 4 sp Hydramatic is working, too. I have never worked on one, but I have heard it takes real finesse to get them adjusted just right - but when you do, they work really well. No torque converter. They are all gear. The electric selector on it must me a nice touch. I remember reading that they did a Hydramatic conversion on one of Her Majesty's stick cars back in the early 50s. I don't think it was too long after she became Queen. It may have been one of her dad's cars, not sure.

[@HammAlexander]

Tbh...allmost all stories you bring with enthousiasm are great to watch... like bedtime stories... thank you...

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@markbray2988]

I've been looking forward to this video and it didn't disappoint. Incredible work by all involved 👏🏻

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, and thank you for your support

[@Aforeafore]

Let's take our hats off and just admire the outstanding job that Iain and his team have done, once again. Thanks for sharing this, Sir!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@stevesteve1965.]

That cheeky little trick of dropping down to 3rd is also a trick us seasoned motorcyclists do ,it helps settle the bike and pull it round and also enables linear acceleration out of the bend without upsetting the balance. Beautiful car, thank you.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks

[@robertwells6454]

Wow, wow, wow on that leather. What a turnaround. Car look's great. 😁👌

[@Selmerpilot]

I’m not classy enough to even watch this video, but I did anyway. Awesome work there guys

[@theo-us]

Had a little chuckle to myself when you mentioned the radial tire needing to be changed due to a flat. I’m picturing in my mind the owner of this Rolls on the side of the road changing the flat tire himself. Fantastic work on the car as usual.

[@CX06]

That's a fast roof! I've never seen the front of a roof move so quickly! Beautiful car, and beautiful work as always.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes indeed- and thank you

[@bertramspielt]

So beautiful. Perfection in wheels, first from the factory, then by Mulliner Park Ward - and now by Tyrells Classic Workshop. What happend to the leather is magic. Pure elegance and craftmanship. And my personal surprise: it sounds quite angry at acceleration!😮 Well done, Sir!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@superseven7947]

Another wonderful video Iain, always interesting and fascinating insights to some of the most beautiful Classics. Thank you for the wonderful enjoyment you give us all each week.

[@ksteak27]

That leather is amazing! Wow! Great work, Iain!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks

[@smOOdiebOOdie]

Would be really interesting to see the process of rejuvenating the leather! Absolutely stunning results!

[@alym123]

Engineering par excellence! Sympathetically restored to its original majesty 👌

[@nomdeplume2724]

I say, Ding Dong! Suits you, Sir! Thanks for the super video Iain. What a Royce!❤

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too Leslie!

[@Paul-tk2my]

The leather has come out so well. You can enjoy all the natural creasing that allows the seats to give’ without worrying that cracks will develop. Real shame about the micro blistering though- that usually means the paint will have to come off. The sound on acceleration is absolutely wonderful

[@iain_tyrrell]

Agreed on all counts

[@pbertf24]

A masterpiece in Rolls Royce education …Sir Ian , you are A true “Motorcar whisperer” regards Pierre

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank Pierre!

[@bigmountain7561]

Hi Iain, she’s beautiful, the interior looks fantastic. I’m surprised that Charles and Camilla aren’t driving around together in this beautiful Rolls. It just looks very royal. Thank You 🙏

[@ruutbianchi4358]

What a stunning rejuvenation of the whole car! Just glorious! That leather is exceptional! Love it, just right, more than just right, but with the right amount of patina. Chapeau, Iain! Thanks for sharing this video!😍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@culturehorse]

Exquisite & timeless pinnacle of human automotive aesthetics engineering, style form & function that leaves nothing to be desired. And a beauty blue model of perfection like the Corniches.

[@johnkay3277]

Its a credit to your team and yourself

[@CHIEFS8214]

The ultimate fantasy car of my youth, what a gorgeous updating 👍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@manonabeachjourneys]

Beautiful car, great job. I imagine one happy customer will be enjoying their revived classic. Cheers.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- yes indeed

[@kahdmus]

Just wow! What a fantastic job on that interior, just viewing it has put a wide smile on my face today!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks! Happy to hear that

[@stephenashby9858]

Absolutely terrific Iain, I love old RR of that period. To think there were not too many cars on the road back then, and to see a Silver Cloud Chinese eye drop head. Your company had also worked wonders…keep up the good work!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@peterream9437]

Best looking Roller I've ever seen. Who cares about those dimples on the paint work..Its the cars originality and story it tells. ❤

[@gt197]

Absolutely stunning Iain. The interior is testament to the quality of a craftsman at the height of his skills. A fantastic piece of engineering..

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@MegaGreatpretender]

Some car !!! Piece of Art !! Nice job Steve, master

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- indeed he is

[@jooppeek5511]

Iain not only I've a lot of respect for your and your staff's craftmanship ... but also admire your self-restraint when handing over cars to their owners ... especially for this stunning Rolls Royce .. I for sure cannot deal with that😊

[@ijoseluis]

After a while out, when I saw this opportunity, I jumped aboard under your invitation, Sir. Refreshing, is the feeling I have always when sitting somewhere with your auscultation of a car. You are my favourite doctor. Thank you so much.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@DaveBuckley-gg5gw]

Major Wow factor in this episode. It’s not just a car. It’s an Objet D’art with the leather & all original wood trim. Thanks Ian for conveying the essence of the car and how it drives 👍👍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@vintagevinylvets1187]

Thank you for sharing this with us, you and your team did a tremendous job on this classic.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for appreciating

[@davesmith60]

Thanks to the owner for sharing and allowing us all to see.

[@phil4977]

Absolutely outstanding work by Steve and Craig. The interior looks like a new car. The owner will be very happy no doubt. Not forgetting all the expert work put into the mechanics too.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@nigelhaines7900]

Wow what a lovely transformation what a lovely job that man has done to the leather BRAVO

[@peterwalton1502]

What a beautiful car & what beautiful work - we still have some wonderful craftsman left 👏👏👏

[@owenmcdonald5922]

What a beautiful car, inside and out. You guys are amazing.

[@rogerbyrne9040]

What a beautifull car, it has timeless beauty and quality. It is so refined and smooth to drive. A lovely light restoration done by Ian and his team.

[@RedLP5000S]

I can listen to Iain talk about cars all day long. His knowledge of and mannerisms about automobiles is soothing and informative much like Alain de Cadenet back in the day. ✌🏻🇺🇸

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@setter501]

Hi Iain What an absolutely exquisite vehicle just beautiful! and great videos too! Now I was also very interested in what you were saying about the cross plyes, Back in 76 when I was a young bloke 🤣 I purchased a beautiful 1970 Admiralty Blue Rover 3.5 litre Coupé only 16000 original miles on the clock I was chuffed to say the least! Anyway I digress, so it still had the original cross plyes on, at first I thought there was something wrong with the steering it just felt very unsafe, wandering all over the joint, Fortunately my Dad was in the tyre trade and after driving it, he said straight away, we need to get a set of radials on right now! So a lovely set of Pirelli Cinturatos were fitted(Trade price of course 😁) totally transformed that car, a while later I was talking to the previous owner a retired Army General no less and he asked me if I'd ever owned or driven Silver Cloud 3? Er no! 😂, he told me that his previous SC3 had the same issue with cross ply tyres! Well there ya go! 😂 Cheers Iain, great channel

[@iain_tyrrell]

Glad you joined the “radial” club- indeed a total transformation! Thanks!

[@TNPTVconnect]

Excellent work as always! The same cannot be said about the patchwork on the roads, sadly!

[@xmaxbabilo]

Some things are always cool. This is the definition of cool.🎉

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes indeed

[@PatFoteff]

By far the best looking Rolls ever.

[@ricklotter]

Your shop, and your trusted vendors/partners, have amazing expertise. Craig is certainly an artisan in his field, and Steve appears to be as well. I am sure you command commensurately artisanal prices as well. It is very enjoyable to see such expert craftsmen practicing their craft.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@tedium37]

Perceived value indeed. Celebrity level stunner imho. Another nice one put back properly, on the button, and in use as intended. The new owner must be thrilled they left it to you.

[@donovanf1]

What a wonderful car and the leather work plus all the other Tyrell renovations make it look spectacular

[@Templar7832]

I watched this with my Dad who used to sell Rolls. He's completely in love with it. Wonderful work as ever Iain.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for appreciating

[@bobkids009]

Wow......just like out from the showroom .......! Well done Steve & Iain.......RR owners out there might not believe what they see when delivery their old junk back to them ......

[@stroopwafel4577]

The leather and carpets came out jolly nice. Superb craftmanship. You all can be proud. Thanks for this follow up. Much appreciated. Greetings from 🇳🇱

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, and greetings to you too

[@peterlocke5204]

Well done to all who worked on bringing back to life this wonderful car, what a beauty, superb interior now and great to hear the engine purring beautifully!!. How lovely to hear the lucky owner is actually going to do some miles in it on those nice new tyres. Fab!! Cheers Peter. Envious, you bet I am!!.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you indeed!

[@peterlocke5204]

@@iain_tyrrell Just curious about the colour Iain is it midnight blue maybe?? Thanks.

[@maltysir]

The longer, the nerdier, the better the TC video!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Great to hear- thanks!

[@chrisbanks5925]

Beautiful car and magnificent interior.

[@davidhinkson8856]

Wow! That interior is pristine now! Looks factory fresh.

[@4ngu54110tt]

Very, very nice job. I hope the owner gets a lot of quality time with this quality job. Absolutely getting bang for buck on this one. Cheers.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- I think he will!

[@pt99810]

Super job on such an elegant car. Well done.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@gerritleemburg6777]

Silently wafting along, the only disturbance the ticking of the clock. The sound of that V8 when giving it some stick, brings back memories of my Shadow II. The quality will remain when the price is forgotten, a motto from Pa Royce.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Exactly!

[@taxpayer1040]

To follow your James Bond theme ‘Nobody does it better’ - speaking for both you and the magnificent car.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you indeed!

[@katiesmith1534]

Thst soft top went up and down and up and down! Beautiful car.. spectacular job on the upholstery…

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks

[@andybrown169]

What a car , craftsmanship at its finest, as they say , they don’t make them like this anymore.

[@iain_tyrrell]

So true

[@davidhamilton1981]

That blue is gorgeous. What a beautiful car.

[@dermet12]

To me this is the most beautiful car I've ever seen Hopefully one day I could own one. Well done to all who worked on it.

[@jeremyfdavies]

Fabulous job on interior. You mentioned fuel and cooling - might you do a nerd’s episode on fuel and cooling for classics some day? Topics like the evil of ethanol, and products like Evan waterless coolant etc. Be good to hear your sage advice! Thanks!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for your feedback. Must get round to that- duly nudged!

[@MrDejast]

Sitting here in my leather recliner, I can feel how smooth that car rolls along.

[@russellthechemist8291]

Great work. It is lovely to see such a beautiful car being brought back to life.

[@PatFoteff]

Amazing "Chinese Eye" Convertible Rolls. Doesn't get much better than this.

[@AndrewMcDonald]

Beautiful work!

[@theretoocs]

Looks so impressive, the owner must have been thrilled

[@thinkaboutit6832]

Enjoyed every second of this video while sorting and eating my breakfast!

[@peterriggall8409]

Thanks for the follow up. Car is looking great now. All adds to the pleasure of ownership.

[@taylorj959a]

wow when you look at it the before video and see it now you would swear that the leather was new, he did a wonderful job!