Countach Five! From LP400S to LP5000 Quattrovalvole | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

[@DougDeMuro]

What an absolute treat, this video!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you indeed!🙏

[@obi-wankenobi7160]

Time for a shoutout on one of your main channel videos Mr Doug please 🙏 Iain Tyrell deserves it 100%

[@kw0017]

Can't ever have too many Countach

[@pauljackson6593]

You are only 62? Thought you must be late 70s!

[@cencio_1976]

Doug, you should go visit Iain and shout "This!" in his workshop

[@mgrmln]

That yellow car would just be next level in Gold. Owner, please do it!

[@forwardsdrawkcab]

Nah.

[@rustybearden1800]

Please forgive me for my informality, but, as a longtime follower of your channel I think that I speak for many others out there.....we love it when you break you composure and let out whoops of joy when you "give it the beans" on what ever droolingly gorgeous car you happen to be test driving. And yes - the original gold paint would be infinitely better than the yellow.

[@taxpayer1040]

He’s doing it for the rest of us too!

[@1776-r4j]

If the owner of the yellow Countach reads this, yes, return it to it's original color. It will look stunning.

[@Templar7832]

Not joking I could honestly listen to Iain talk about Lamborghini's For hours let alone a mere 24 minutes. Just one of my top 3 KZbin channels I watch. I LOVE it!

[@motohead9266]

I actually think I could listen to Iain talk about just about anything... In a world where the English language gets mangled by people like myself (I'm Swedish), it's a treat to listen to proper English once in a while.

[@stefanconradsson]

That we get to watch this for free is remarkable. I'm pouring my beverage of choice and then sit down in the comfy chair and press play. A very nice evening indeed. Cheers 🍺

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@mikemills188]

When I was a young teenager in Fort Worth, TX in the mid 1980's, there was a guy who came around town occasionally in a white Countach. Given what I learned in this video, I'm guessing the car was quite new at the time. One day he parked that car near our house to walk a short distance to the bank near our home. I can only guess that he must not have wanted to park in the bank parking lot, either for fear of having his car damaged, or perhaps he owed them money 🙂. Our typical neighborhood car was a mix of pickup trucks, American sedans, station wagons and Japanese hatchbacks, and to have this thing drop in and park was unbelievable. When he came back to his car, I was gawking at it and he was kind enough to stop and talk to me and let me peek inside. Seeing these cars on your channel takes me back to those days, but now having the advantage of these amazing details and your insight into these wonderful machines. Now, if I could just get behind the wheel of one... Thank you Mr. Tyrrell!

[@skendler]

Awesome! As a car obsessed kid in the mid 80s-90s seeing exotics and other cool cars on the street was an awesome experience. I know Jay Leno has talked about the impact it had on him a bunch and I’m glad to see that there are still a lot of people that get really excited to “car spot,” especially since it’s so much easier now to see and hear and learn information about rare cars than it used to be.

[@deltajohnny]

Great comment!! 😍😍😍

[@S-T-E-V-E]

The Black US Spec LP5000 QV is right up my street! I love the Gold Wheels!👌 PS. I'm so glad you chose to take this one out! 👍

[@stephenmckay3913]

I lived on car magazines when I was a kid, obsessively reading everything. In my 40s now. No less obsessive. What a record you are leaving for anybody, especially younger enthusiasts on these works of art. You are very much to be admired. There are people who can’t yet drive that will be the future owners of these cars in 20 years because of your love of them now.

[@nomdeplume2724]

Absolutely💥

[@iainmcglynn833]

Why would anyone take their car anywhere else Obsessional care 😎❤️

[@GM-fh5jp]

Those people who "can't yet drive" that you speak of won't be able to drive a manual...

[@JohnDavis-gu9jx]

I still have the 1968 and 1969 Motor Show reviews I bought at Earls Court at eleven years old. I went on my own, on the train and the underground, from Winchester to London - a very long day and miles of walking, laden with carrier bags full of brochures too! What an adventure, I don't know that I'd want my grandchildren to do that today, though! Great video as always.

[@johnmclaughlin8877]

I was about 14 in the early 80's when I saw the Cannonball Run. That was it, I was blown away. There are much faster cars available now but none will ever have the impact that watching those opening credits had on me. And watching them again on KZbin some 40 years later made me feel like a teenager all over again. An incredible machine and yet another brilliant TCW video.

[@cpear760]

The shots of that Countach coming at the camera, awesome.

[@iain_tyrrell]

We do our best!

[@harveytr7106]

“Just because I can” Amen to that. Fabulous video- thank you.

[@felixwickman5002]

Your videos simply make my life a better place, thank you so much!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@russellmalone3532]

I could listen to Iain all day long. Totally look forward to seeing these on a Sunday evening

[@norton750commando]

Yes, do the Sunday dinner washing up, pour myself a relaxing beverage, and revel in the information pouring out of my speakers.

[@Apollodoros76]

La Countach fa sempre battere il cuore ❤️ Complimenti, anche per il racconto sulla meccanica

[@Boric78]

The reason he succeeded is that passion. Iain must know that. How wonderful to have 10% of something as great as a Lamborghini Countach LP400 under your charge. Bravo!

[@simonhodgetts6530]

What an utterly marvellous collection of Countachs. Bravo Mr Tyrrell, and bravo the late Marcello Gandini!

[@IkeVMAX4]

Wonderful history lesson of all the different Coutach versions. Thank you!

[@DonAl9114]

Dear Iain. Thank you again for sharing the supercars at your workshop. This car will always be at the very top of best cars ever designed and made for road use. ❤❤❤

[@Lemma01]

In 1973, my father bought our 3-bed family home for £3,500; so that's almost 5 per Countach. Just looked it up, and an identical property is currently on the market for £295k. There's a '75 LP400 Periscopo available for £1.5m, but you can pick up an 80's model from £650k-£880k. So Dad the right thing, sticking to the Renault 6. 🎉

[@jameso1959]

Firstly may I thank You Tube for screening out unpaid paid videos, Tyrell you are the real deal, honesty, authenticity and objectivity. You have stayed true to self unlike some that are trying to build a brand for themselves. The impostors. They know who they are.

[@JayBee-cr8jm]

It does look good in yellow but that Oro Metallizzato could stop a clock! WOW!

[@hartley383]

Your opening few words took me straight back to my childhood. I was around 8 yrs old when walking past a car dealership I saw a spaceship parked on a forecourt. This thing was like nothing I’d ever seen. Thankfully my uncle was into cars so this little kid stopping dead and staring at this marvel and not wanting to leave wasn’t a problem. Then something very special happened. The owner of the garage came out, opened the door and let me sit in the captains seat of this amazing thing. The car wasn’t a Lamborghini but one of the first lotus Esprit. That’s how memories are made.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for that lovely story

[@paulbush7095]

I am about your age Mr. Tyrrell and while growing up in Hollywood, CA I was privileged to view in person some of the exquisite vehicles that frequent your establishment today. I will never forget the first time I saw a Lamborghini Countach- it was, as you described, spaceship like and it forever changed the landscape exotic car design.

[@davidsteinberg3663]

Always learning something new about the Countach. Fantastic to see so many in one place, being brought back to their original glory and getting properly driven! Great stuff!

[@paultucker1272]

Another great video, thank you! As a teenager in the 80's, this was one of my dream cars. I had an Athena poster of a black 5000s on my bedroom wall (along with a 308 GTS and a 288 GTO). Still a dream car to this day!!

[@cesrarelodi6776]

Viva countach, la plus fabuleuse des supercars 👍👍👍

[@komradkolonel]

I'm a year older than the Countach and I was a teenager when these were leaving the factory in Sant"Agata. I saw one for the first time when I was 15. I've seen three of them in my lifetime and each time it gave me the same euphoria even as a middle aged man that it did when I didn't even have a full beard yet. I have met some Countach owners and they speak very highly of them. They say that they are pretty reliable and not hard to work on yourself. The thing is you have to get them out of the garage and drive them. Don't let them sit there and deteriorate. Drive them.

[@timwilks666]

Dad used to buy me a copy of the Motor Show Review each year, it was always exciting. Countach was the ultimate dream car back then, still is.

[@lindaoffenbach]

A fantastic futuristic and profoundly memorable design of course, and still a genuine joy the eyes. I did understand from Lamborghini's site (history) that only 151 original LP400 Countaches were made from 1974 to 1978 as series one, without the extended wings and rear spoiler. I can only imagine stratospheric prices for one of those rarities, and I've never seen one actually. The two crossing my path during my entire life have always been from later series. Coming eye to eye of an original LP400 for real would be a dream coming true actually. Thank you so much again for sharing such precious gems in general 💓

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for your wonderful continued support

[@ducciocolombi7729]

Had the privilege to see a few (although not many, of course) LP400 here in Italy at "Autoclassica" (the most relevant classic car fair in the Milan area) and must admit that they truly look neat and tidy, and they seem almost weird considering the large back wheels and spoiler are pretty much what one would expect on a Countach. Still undecided to which Countach I prefer, they of course all look amazing but probably the 5000 QV takes the cake, at leasy for me

[@TheMrlandman]

You give so much joy to people who can never get close to these cars. Thank you

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@alwardryan]

I'm really loving the subtle tone change in the videos recently, like turning it up to 11 - more about his historical/emotional connection to the cars over his impressive career and more of that Iain charm and personality! All the more impressive considering they don't plan the subjects of these videos - I suppose he just has great connections/great stories of all sorts of exotica. Well done everyone!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! Much appreciated

[@Ian-Saxon]

KCF77. That’s still my dream car right there. Even to this modern day with all the current hyper cars available.

[@quentinstacy35]

Gold and silver are my favorite colours for the Countach, so of course I'm recommending restoring the gold. Remember a car magazine article cross testing the LP400, Urraco and Jalpa, all in gold. Special. Thanks Iain.

[@davids9960]

Here's a vote for Oro Metallizzato! BTW you're not wrong about SanFrancisco street parking, I recall always having to find a spot where the front end of my '74 Alfa Spider was not exposed. Many were retrofit with what we called the cowcatcher, an ugly steel tube assembly made by a local welding shop for some protection.

[@christopherjensen5007]

@christopherjensen5007 2 hours ago I love listening to Mr Tyrrell. Iain could read a car manual from start to finish and I'd still tune in! What a master! Thank you!

[@juriebezuidenhout2538]

You' r making history and becoming a legend !! Respect

[@shankarbalan3813]

Lovely collection of Countachs. These were like Spaceships to us kids in India in the 1980’s. It was impossible to see one except in pictures and posters, of which as kids we had our much coveted collections. Thank you again for a lovely video. The sound of that big bad Quattro Valvole is addictive!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@michaelguerin56]

Thank you Iain. Loved that engine sound.

[@Allgo61]

I was flying down memory lane with this vid, I was 12 when I was given the same Motor Show Review and was also mesmerised at that spaceship of a car. I lovingly gazed at that grainy black and white photo over and over and just dreamed.

[@paulelverstone8677]

A thing of pure, raw beauty - a supercar in every single sense of the word. I mean; we can be thankful to Marcello Gandini for many things but never more than for the Countach or the Lancia Stratos imho. Two fifty year old designs that still look futuristic today. That is quite a thing to say. Many thanks to his work (RIP) and, of course, to the opening credits of The Cannonball Run (which was where I first saw/heard one)...

[@jeffreyoldham55]

I'm not entirely thrilled with the Fly Yellow paint color on that Countach, and think the Oro Metallizato looks particularly lovely on the Muira. The black US spec Quattrovalvole looks lethally sinister and absolutely menacing. Thanks for the quick run. I was hoping you'd take that one. 👊😎

[@davidbateman8231]

I was lucky enough to see that yellow Countach quite a few times back in the eighties when it was gold. Really did look amazing. The owner then resprayed it dark blue ☹️

[@Stratoszero]

@@davidbateman8231I know! Criminal! He still thinks he did the right thing….🙄

[@MGBranco]

Just like heaven...cheers from central Portugal!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Greetings to you in Portugal too!

[@longbeachcarguy]

Fell in love with the Countach as a 12 year old in Brussels in 1980. Exotic car repair shop about a mile from where I grew up. The owner would let me in, I was in awe. At the time he had a white countach, a red bb512, a black kahmsin. I fell in love with sports cars, never looked back 😂 love ur channel!!

[@rolfeichenberger8021]

it is with great pleasure to hear the right pronounciation of „Kuntatsch“ and not „Kuntasch“! I can easely remember when my father took me to the Geneva Motorshow in 1971 (?) when I saw the yellow Countach prototipo at the booth! Wow, what a countach it was😮 Further to this I went with my father again in 73 when I saw Countach chassis Nr 1 in green with chocolate interior. Ever since I am completely in love with any Countach there is. Cheers

[@stevemawer848]

It would be more pleasurable to see the correct spelling of "pronunciation", though. 🙂

[@damienmichaux7539]

Absolutely lovely video explaining all the different variations of the lovely roaring Bull, Lamborghini Countach!!!

[@stevelane5023]

Countach. Second favorite car all time. First favorite being the Miura. Thanks for the wonderful content.

[@eldorado767]

I love those ear-to-ear grins under acceleration!

[@chasephotos4780]

" Just because I can!" Love it!!

[@Boyzee355]

Another classic works from our Sir Tyrrell… we just gobble this education up like we’re five years old on our first day at school. I really hope you find time to write a book on your relationship with this glorious manufacturer… as well as others of course. It would absolutely be up there with the Miura bible and Simon Kidston’s glorious pieces. Thank you Sir Tyrrell for another glorious Sunday. Hats off 🫡

[@Simonal777]

Wow just wow the Countach has always been a firm favourite but that was so good seeing all those models at the same time. Loved it and yes to those complaining about no regular videos please understand this is not the main part of Iain’s business so we get the videos when he can…and me for one I am so glad we do thanks Iain…and @harrysgarage for encouraging him to do them.

[@mythrusthelema]

Thank you, sir, for the history lesson. I've always preferred the original Countach to the later versions, the lines are cleaner to my eyes. A beautiful vehicle in any configuration.

[@DaveBuckley-gg5gw]

Great episode again. Thanks Iain. Your gleeful enjoyment of the acceleration is priceless & we get to share it with you. You’re a great tutor & communicator & your passion is infectious

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@305classics]

Beautiful classic cars. I’m all about classics! Hello from Miami.✌️

[@iain_tyrrell]

Greetings to you in Miami!

[@jamesallison4875]

One of your best. It’s so lovely to see your sincere enthusiasm combined with your encyclopedic knowledge. Thanks.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@virtualal]

Well done Ian !! Its a mark of your professionalism and expertise that you have - to all intents and purposes - achieved the dream of that 10yr old !! Respect to you sir.

[@Mr.Higginbotham]

Yes Sir. Original Gold color is my preference also.

[@simonelliott5956]

Complete indulgence! What a wonderful sound, from the most unique car, there really is nothing on this earth like a Countach. Thank you Iain, another fine video, I feel like I should go and put the Cannonball Run on now!

[@kevinbridle1831]

I went to the UK motor show in 72 and 73 as a 15 year old, I remember seeing a pale yellow Countach, it was quite plain with no wing or flared arches, I was in love with the Espada , the bonnet was open and the grey quilted sound deadening was on show, my brother asked me why they had put an Eiderdown under the bonnet, I replied I didn't know, its funny how things stick in your mind!

[@Stratoszero]

I envy you that must be the prototype?

[@kevinbridle1831]

@@Stratoszero I think your right, it was really unspectacular and was stuck at the back of the stand, unlike the Espada

[@PorscheRacer14]

Well, it's not money, but if it was, I'd go back to gold. They all still look amazing and sharp and make me feel young again. What a great treat for the long weekend :)

[@michaelpegasiou4531]

Always loved the countach,spent all my meagre teenage wages on a 1/14 tamiya model kit and took my time making it and spraying it red,added carpets and even roof lining.Took it to Portman square and the Lamborghini dealership wanted to have it to put in their cabinet but I wouldn’t sell it.The new countach in the showroom was £70,000.

[@chadfent3987]

The yellow Countach could use a respray anyway, and I agree, Oro Metallizzato would be ideal. Besides originality, it would be a stunner, and was a rare color to begin with.

[@simonepecchenino]

this is why I subscribed to tyrrell

[@Kaptain13Gonzo]

One can tell there is an artist in the driver's seat when the very feel of the car tells a story about its condition. This aspect has to be the one I appreciate the most about these videos. One can bang on about statistics and numbers and components, but it is all secondary to how does it run. Each car has a life and personality and these thoroughbreds are the peak of it. All these cars capture the fundamental essence of motoring. It's sad to see how far we've come down to have mere soulless eggs whirring down the road in abject mediocrity.

[@JimmyFoxhound]

Unless the owner of the yellow Countach is really attached to that color I'd hope they would decide to go back to the original color! That gold color would be soooo cool, I don't believe I've ever seen a Countach in that color. Plus it just seems right to restore the car to what it was originally. Thank you for another great episode Iain!!

[@Steve-rv1ql]

I have a long time memory of a Motor magazine edition from the mid 70’s, a triple test Countach v 512BB vs Porsche turbo, at mira the countach left tramlines fully 100ft long on track during 0-60 tests, such things never leave you. The privilege that TCW brings is an opportunity to relive these memories, a Tesla would muller this I’m sure, but the drama, theatre and shear excitement of this car are simply on a different planet. It still takes your breath away that it exists. A stunning car in every way, one that I would love to drive let alone own.

[@merlin3229]

The sound of that engine!!

[@rip4273]

Wonderful video Ian. Thanks a lot for sharing all the knowledge. Regards from Bogotá, Colombia.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Greetings to you in Bogota too! Thank you

[@camperp195]

This episode is just a dribble fest! Black with gold is the one for me! Wonderful!

[@anthonyxuereb792]

Life is wonderful isn't it. The Renault 16 shown on the cover of the mag, bottom lefthand corner is the most significant car of the modern era. Front wheel drive, hatch back family sized car that set the template for what is most common on the roads today and you could easily call it the precursor to the SUV for good measure. it had a big snout for added protection thanks to its simple fwd layout and excellent all round vision. No one has ever given it the recognition it deserves.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Good point. 👏 Another quirky and interesting Renault.

[@anthonyxuereb792]

@@iain_tyrrell The French way

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

Living the dream Your blessed I feel the same to a lesser degree Just a joy to witness

[@kougerat5388]

I could listen to Iain for hours on end talking about the Countach. I think your customer should go for the original gold as you suggested it's lovely I hope you can twist his arm ! I love the rich yellow used on the prototype but this yellow seems paler a bit washed out looking. In the magazine I noticed the top speed was quoted at 187 MPH, that bought up an old memory for me because I had a set of Top Trump cards in the late 70's where the two fastest cars in the pack were the Countach and the Berlinetta Boxer, the speeds quoted were 187 MPH for the Ferrari & 193 MPH for the Lamborghini. I never forgot those numbers because they were the Top Trump equivalent of buying Mayfair and Park Lane on a Monopoly board ! Thanks Iain I thoroughly enjoyed this one.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Remember them well! Thanks

[@scottrippon9565]

Hi Iain. FIVE...... WOW! I've never driven one..... but about 1000 years ago we were working for a client (here in Australia) who had an original LP400 (orange) and a Silouette targa (red) in the carport...... couldn't fit in the Countach without my head bent over (the client was short but rich....) but sadly... no keys in the ignition..... haha! Probably just as well. Amazing sound.... :) Cheers S

[@pile333]

Yes, Countach are very old cars today but, damn, they are still so beautiful to watch and to hear.

[@jeremyrogers5103]

The yellow paint is OK - the metal gold would be amazing!! I agree with you Iain

[@benbustama3430]

This gentleman is the 🐑! Love his passion, knowledge, skill set, personality, and his delivery of storytelling…. Thanks for another 😋 treat! Cheers/B

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@tony8074]

Man I love those V12 engines. Everything on display, not an engine cover in sight. Engineering at it’s finest.

[@andicog]

The motor show reviews were part of my childhood as well but it was 'CAR' magazines feature 'Countach with an S' that got me hooked, then a feature on Walter Wolfe, he said his modified Countach made his Ferrari Boxer feel like a Triumph Herald! Later when my brother moved to Wimbledon I'd travel from Liverpool to treck across London to drool at the Countach's in Portman Lamborghini. Happy days.

[@robwaz1547]

I believe that same “ bug “ has also gotten me. At that younger age, no regrets still in love with the countach . I see I wasn’t alone. Thanks for this wonderful video

[@TheAslakVind]

Mr Tyrrell. This is X-rated! Awesome job!

[@danapeck5382]

Thanks, hope you enjoy making these as much as I enjoy viewing. All the best

[@johna1160]

All owners of U.S. spec Countachs owe Iain a debt of gratitude. I believe this video, with his glowing review of its acceleration and overall performance singlehandedly excorcized the stigmata attached to the FI variant and raised the resale value considerably. Never a fan of yellow cars, add my vote to return LP400 S car to its original Oro Metallizzato. Agree with Iain, it would look stunning.

[@WazMan1234]

Agree the yellow car would look stunning in gold

[@ariebroek2404]

This always a highlight …..automotive 3 star Michelin content. You make me smile😄

[@JJVernig]

I enjoy those gated gear shifters. Looks like a very accurate way of shifting, with definite throw.

[@solsol1624]

Pretty sure it's the gearbox itself that defines the H pattern so guess the gate is just for show. But yes they do look cool 😊

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

Obviously there must be a Countach-nest in the neighbourhood. What can one say? Thank you Iain Tyrrell for spoiling us this way 🙏🏼

[@shaunmckenna1923]

Hello Ian , wonderful video nice to see all those cars together , the yellow one go for the gold :) Thanks Ian.

[@somebloke4027]

More Nerdo Italiano to brighten Sunday evening. I never liked the Countach styling. It always seemed a bit of a mess. Then I saw the prototype and the very early dark blue model in Italy with Harry and it all made sense. Such a shame the original shape didn’t cool the engine properly, because it was a masterpiece.

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

I think I can recall my Dad having the very same 1973 Motor Show review guide, 😃 as I recognized the photos within! Great stuff Iain, briought back some great memories! 👍🏻

[@ColinGarner-h1t]

I used to buy that magazine even before I was old enough to drive . I read every single word cover to cover and also more than once . At my age I’m surprised I still remember!!!!😂

[@howardwinston7736]

Thanks!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you very much. Very kind of you🙏🙏

[@ianplayer3329]

Am 54 and it’s still my dream machine fantastic 👌👌👌👌😍

[@olivierbeboux8599]

Originality for such a car is a must, so gold will be way better and more classy than yellow.

[@sjr999r]

Icon of a supercar,you can see the bloodline in all Lamborghinis since. But…… The opening credits of cannonball run 1 & 2 was it for me 😍😍😍

[@TheEarlofK]

Fascinating history of the Countach. I used to read the Daily Mail/Daily Express Motor Show Review magazines religiously too, which my father always purchased and a trip to the London Motor Show itself was a treat. £16,500 for a Countach was stratospheric, you could have bought a very nice house for the money and my father had bought a 2+2 E-Type new for £2,000 odd only a couple of years previously. I would definitely recommend the yellow Countach owner reverting the car to its original gold oro livery, it would look magnificent.

[@jerehada]

The same motor show reviews sparked my interest. Even the photos look familiar the mer and corniche. I am younger so a 73 would have been a hand me down 74- on more my era.

[@bandagefreak]

Love that bit about the French parking habits!! I'd never seen cars that actually USED their bumpers until I went to France in the early '90s - almost everyone was bashed to bits!

[@JohnSmith-pt5wd]

Brilliant video Ian and team. Love your expression of joy when putting your foot down Ian. Awesome

[@mortdk826]

Five Countaches at the same time - what's not to like. The favorite Lamborghini of all times. Incredible how futuristic that Gandini design still looks after half a century. Unmatched even today. No modern supercar tops it design wise in my opinion (not even modern Lamborghinis). And yes - definitely gold metallic for the yellow one! 😊👍