Does Modifying A Classic Car Ruin It?

A lot of people take issue with my car modifications. I take issue with their issue taking.
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[@DatJamesYT]

As a Brit - I love the 'you can tell its a Jagwar because the steering wheel is on the left hand side' I may start telling people that

[@CallieKills]

As another Brit, I think it’s a fair point

[@jeffhildreth9244]

"Jagwar? Jag you are would be the correct pronunciation for some one who is actually a Brit. I prefer JAG. Covers it for me.

[@CallieKills]

@NuBz wrong

[@anidiotinaracingcar4874]

The same way he prefers to use aloominum because aluminium has to be imported from England ;-)

[@Shellcool]

I work at the Jaguar plant, I'm now calling every left hand drive car I see a Jagwar, so the cars will know what they'll be getting called when they leave the country

[@monochromechaos9757]

"E-type looks like a tongue" - damn, cannot unsee that :D

[@MrPaige222]

That and the clown slipper thing. Made me see itcin a completely different light. Hilarious

[@johngrepo9976]

I have never seen that before but now its its all i see!😂

[@paveltolz6601]

"When is it Okay to Ruin a Classic?" When it is your own car and you can do what you want with it.

[@Timothy2963]

No doubt you would paint a beard and moustache on the Mona Lisa because you 'can do what you want'. I'm pleased you don't own it!

[@bruhzzleprojects5279]

@@Timothy2963 Mona Beard sounds nice tho

[@blackbolt3685]

😆😄 I literally seen the title and this was my exact thoughts,and,I would add,just because it's not what someone else would do,doesn't mean it's "Ruined",if I could,all my cars would be classic ( as in old school cars),but,definitely would have some modern improvements,but regardless,it's my ride,do You

[@raypurchase801]

I'm British and in the UK. I bought my 1958 car as a hand-painted turd with a decomposed interior. So I restored it as a racing car from that era: a stripped interior, racing stripes and decals, everything more or less authentic to how a '58 racer would be. It was cheaper than a back-to-original restoration, and saved me enough money for a tuned engine and disc brakes. There's a nutter who regularly shouts abuse at me because he claims I ruined the car. My car, my money, my choice. Plus he's a d*ckhead. Keep good original cars original. If it's a wreck, do what you want.

[@slome815]

God no, this is why historic buildings are being demolished at a speed not seen since the 60's here in Belgium. Some people have all the money and no appreciation for historic stuff. I have seen people throw away perfectly good engines for electric conversions, and this in cars where the engine is one of the defining features of the car, like the two stroke in an old saab or trabant, or the boxer in a 2CV. I get an electric conversion when a car is missing an engine, or it's a fairly common classic car (like the 2Cv or trabant) with an engine that needs a lot of work (and even then, at least sell the engine instead of throwing it on the scrap heap). I guess you also think you should be allowed to mutilate roman statues, like Pope Pius IX did, or destroy historic buildings like the volkshuis, like the city of Brussels did in the 60's.

[@bobalex6323]

"When they call a lorry, we call a mid-size pickup" LMAO

[@MGFelix]

"With the restraint of coked-up chimpanzee at a farmer's market" you sir, are a wordsmith.

[@NathanNostaw]

Yep, such a Great comment.

[@TakamiWoodshop]

He's not a sir, sir is a British thing.😆

[@heyallenify]

@@TakamiWoodshop The British would have lost an extra capitol S in that sir, just like all the extra vowels in their other words...

[@TakamiWoodshop]

@@heyallenify Correct me if I'm wrong but I'm pretty sure that part of the Biden-Boris Atlantic Charter agreement is that the US will put some of those missing vowels back where they belong ... 😎

[@nickjanssens]

Being English I was brought up to be able to communicate, what’s wrong with being able to string a few words together.

[@AlexR1298]

“What they call a lorry, we call a mid-size pickup truck” Spat my drink out lol 😂

[@TairnKA]

That was a great line. lol

[@AlexR1298]

@@TairnKA I’m from the UK so I find this particularly funny. A base model F150 can’t fit in parking spaces over here.

[@TairnKA]

@@AlexR1298 You're lucky without it, most aren't used as intended and some aren't capable of being used as originally designed. ;-)

[@earle4370]

Is it Hugh Laurie or Huge Lorry? I get confused.

[@dogdooish]

It's all in a name,,, in Australia a "Four X" or "XXXX" is a BEER!

[@lukewinteregg2486]

Why did you say an E-type looks like a tongue. I can never get that out of my head. I draw the line at ruining a car at making it undriveable. Like slamming a car so low that it wont go over a pebble.

[@helplmchoking]

Different kind of ruining though, right? Like that's making it not fit for purpose (assuming that purpose is to move, which it might not be). Hell, I'd argue leaving a car in a shed to quietly rot for 30 years is even closer to ruining it! It was never designed to rust away and now it can't even move, AND no one gets to drive, hear or see it! It's a lose lose! In all fairness, I don't even think crazy low cars are 'ruined' since they're doing what they're meant to do (be stationary and look cool), just have fun

[@codyoftheinternet]

As a current owner and hardcore enthusiast of “honest restorations” I get an absolute thrill out of driving and showing my 1925 Star! It’s thrilling to me that I get the privilege driving a car that is almost a century old! With that said though, I absolutely could not keep working on my project without other car enthusiasts tearing theirs apart! I have found all of the spare parts that I’ve ever needed but only because I’ve know people that were hot-ridding their car and I bought the original parts off of them. Also their ingenuity and creativity is what keeps car culture moving forward! I love this build and I love watching all of your videos when they come out.

[@Toleich]

"I want to see the ruined cars, those are my people" This quote speaks to me on a level I didn't think it could.

[@evilutionltd]

It's amazing how many internet commenters confuse their opinion with actual facts.

[@onetruebob_tj]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@curmudgeon1933]

@evilution. Sadly, it's not only on the internet. Media in general has become infested with talking-heads, who feel their opinions are equal, or more valid, than actual provable facts.

[@stevemyers2092]

no it's not.

[@Spedley_2142]

And that IS a fact!

[@curmudgeon1933]

@@@stevemyers2092 . If you are the guy from 'This Week With Cars', I'm sure you get more than your share of butt-hurt comments when you work on your old classics. I've been following your channel and love the passion and variety...and that you are respectful of tradition, without being too anal or precious about keeping things stock, when modern improvements to items like brakes, electrics and suspension can make the car infinitely more enjoyable to drive.

[@Ian-of9oi]

Man most people who criticize will never “save” or “restore” any car. End.

[@maszkalman3676]

you don't save it at all you just tear off the body and use it for a shitty electric car... which will be out in 7-10 years and a classic is ruined...

[@Ian-of9oi]

@@maszkalman3676 I think electric cars will still be around. I think this car will easily be upgraded to future technologies when required.

[@maszkalman3676]

@@Ian-of9oi well you think but here in europe msot of the i3 bmw-s got scrapped since the battery to replace costs as much as the car, Also batteries will be more and more expensive each year... since lithium and cobalt shoot up in price also after the conutries subsidized the cars with thousands of dollars will end also the cheaper electricity for charging will end

[@Ian-of9oi]

@@maszkalman3676 ok maybe.

[@thechannelwithnoname4713]

Electric cars suck. I get that fossil fuels have to be phased out but when that time comes it’s hydrogen time baby!

[@bradu3151]

I love that after 6 months, no one has disliked this video. Awesome channel and an awesome take on what the car scene should be! I might not love what someone has done, but I appreciate the work they put in to doing it.

[@MrMJmusicLover]

They can still dislike it, they just won't be able to see those dislike numbers anymore. 😏

[@synicyst9925]

The Mk 5 is a type of car that was intended to convey a well heeled owner with no fuss or noise, but also to be able to assert its authority. It was a status symbol. It remains largely what it was with your treatment. It is now as quiet as the designers wished for and it has to power to stomp when it needs to. I really admire this piece of work. and would love to be conveyed in it.

[@Blackbarron247]

Interesting take, makes me wonder about other old cars that may have been different given todays technology.

[@helplmchoking]

Yeah I agree with this. Feels like a Rolls Royce or Jag would be the perfect candidate for a move to electric, since they already spend enormous time and effort making them as silent and effortless as possible and the cost increase really doesn't matter at the Rolls end of the spectrum

[@Cocoa1million]

"ruining a classic" = hot rodding

[@uppitywhiteman6797]

Nope,

[@slicksnewonenow]

Not necessarily... The original idea of Hotrodding was to improve performance. Customization, or Kustom work, is where things can get "iffy". But tastefully done, can also improve on what the factory envisioned.

[@JimBrodie]

*Bōsōzoku has entered the chat*

[@_Bram]

@@slicksnewonenow pretty sure performance is improved here….

[@ricky107_]

Ruining a classic is destroying it in races

[@OldtoNewRestorations]

As someone doing a 'factory standard' restoration myself, I thank you for this video. You make some great points. My next project (if I ever finish this one) is going to be much less standard, and I have people like you to thank for the inspiration 😄 I hate those wheels though, and as a Brit I'll fight you on the pronunciation, even if you do put your steering wheels on the wrong side. But hey, you do you! 😁 Keep up the good work. 👍

[@javiertorres6995]

Dude, you changed my outlook. I'm a die hard originality advocate (been restoring the 534th Porsche ever built for 16 years now) but I've also secretly looked at EV West's 912, especially when mine breaks down. I appreciate the excellent well made videos and laugh with the clever smartass remarks. Thanks again and greetings from Chile!

[@AstraWerke]

"What amount of mod is OK" is just about as much a religious question as "What oil do you use". You may be surprised, but I'm actually the kind of guy that appreciates stock, unmodified cars MUCH MORE than modded cars - be it performance tuning, or optical modifications, hot-rodding etc. Still, I'm here, and I really love the project you're doing. Why? Because you're doing a DAMN FINE JOB! You don't just take out the angle grinder, chop the top off, remove the fenders and throw a V8 in the front, no. You plan way ahead, consider many different approaches, use and demonstrate techniques and technology that I've never even heard of, document it in a detailed, professional and humorous manner and deliver a top notch result. And you even made another Jag driver happy by giving him the old engine out of yours! Keep doing what you're doing - and be it s**ing l**g t***ge in college, I don't care. You rock!

[@materiallistprollc7741]

The wisdom here applies to much more that just car culture.

[@Stu_2112]

Very true.

[@bullzebub]

yeah! embrace the wrongfun!

[@helplmchoking]

Yes! Like what you like, let others like what they like and just... have fun. No shitfights because you think perfect restorations are boring, chrome wheels on low cars are silly or EV conversions are satanic crimes, just appreciate the effort, passion and engineering and do your own thing

[@makad2675]

Keep doing what you’re doing Matt, it’s great. Your content takes a lot of time and energy to create and is highly entertaining. Thanks

[@WildAzzRacing]

I love your pronunciation of Jaguar and the reasoning behind it. I literally did LOL! I'm a modder myself. My particular flavor is 50's, 60's, and 70's Mopars. I've gotten some really puzzled looks, luckily no hate, for removing fender skirts and fancy trim from my rides. Also running non-factory paint colors and modernizing interiors. I don't care, though. It's not like I own a rare 1 of 1 Hemi Cuda or something. My cars were just driver type cars when I bought them and now they've just been adjusted to my taste. Keep on being you my man!

[@LordPhobos6502]

That sounds like the right amount of restraint for both a hacksaw, and a welder 👍❤

[@esqueue]

That Jaguar argument was Gold. I almost thank the haters as it resulted in this gem of a video. Thanks for the entertainment and the laughs.

[@brucewayne5342]

Hey! I just discovered you and your JAAAG through this video. I absolutely love the idea of converting classic cars to EVs! Here's why: there are a LOT of old, beautiful shells or broken down classics that would deserve to be driven around daily to just be looked at but aren't, because restoring cars and keeping them driving is a fucking headache. I'll take classic cars being driven around more often and being able to look at some absolute stunners instead of them sitting in a garage or shed for 340 days of the year. The sheer possibility of having classic cars being just as usable as you average Tesla one day gets me absolutely giddy. So don't listen to the weird gatekeepers, they have less character than unsalted tortilla chips. Keep up the interesting work, you're doing something really amazing.

[@cdgonepotatoes4219]

"when is it ok to ruin a classic?" long story short? the day you bought it in full Long story? Well, see video above. It will always be "a shame" to alter a classic car simply out of respect of the venerable because, even if in a sorry state, that car has managed to survive until today, but the moment you own a car you own it and you have full authority on what to do with it which, in many cases, often leads to you using it more often than you would if you left it intact or renovated it with original parts. Personally I'm a fan of "old but modern", replacing anything original with contemporary counterparts while preserving the looks which is both cheaper and more convenient in price and parts replacement. I go with the argument of "you didn't buy a vintage car because you wanted to experience the joys of fighting with an old clunker, you wanted it for the looks" which sounds reasonable at least to me but still it's quite a rare trend to see for anything that goes back farther than the 70's. I still enjoy heavier do-overs but it's rare to see enthusiasts on that side of the opinion who don't end up botching it, you're one of the good ones.

[@slicksnewonenow]

EXACTLY.

[@nathaniellangston5130]

When I saw your s600 on Jay Leno's garage I had NEVER heard of it and IMMEDIATELY started looking for one of my own! So thanks... I'm poor now...

[@GunFunZS]

I have found that the quality of the comments on KZbin directly correlates to the quality and intelligence of the content. The more specific and technical the topic of the video more intelligent the comments. If it's celebrity falls down in a pile of poopy, then the comments will match that too.

[@awac2]

Your modification of the Jaguar is great and shows the interesting transformation you’re about to achieve with this old beauty… the critics, I guess, are just not able to appreciate the outstanding engineering skills, passion and work you put into this.

[@michaelsmee7794]

Just found your channel and until I watch this video, I didn't even think that people would try an bring you down for doing something you enjoy. That they believe they have the right to tell someone else what they can and cannot do with the things they own. Not expecting a response to this question as this video is a year, but to anyone that has this view, I would like to know why you believe your view is the right view. I love that you keep doing the things you love matt.

[@darksquirel]

I stumbled on your channel while researching megesquirt ECUs and watched your videos about them then binge watched the whole series of videos about the s600 because I love strange motor swapped cars, I have been following along with the Jag build and I personally agree with all your choices so far except for the wheels but to me wheels are and always have been super subjective so I say put whatever wheels makes you happy on the car style wise. I do however have a distaste for heavily stanced cars and squatted trucks etc because IMHO it is actively hindering the performance by overdoing something to an extreme, but I will never consider a car ruined by objective improvements to things like brakes and suspension (for comfort or performance) and I also believe people can do whatever they like to their cars so long as it doesn't cause a public safety issue even if it isn't what I would have done.

[@cheif10thumbs]

You Be You Matt! That Jag was a POS when it came out of the factory. The Epitome of a Rust Magnet. I've been following your progress on this and think it's a Good Thing!

[@paulkinzer7661]

I'm supposed to be working on my 1974 trashed camper trailer, but I have a nasty cold, so what better to do than binge watch a whole series of SuperfastMatt videos? This one really hits home for me. I know almost nothing about cars, other than how to make them make it from one location to another, but I used to repair and refurbish a particular old film camera: The Graflex Speed Graphic. Usually the 4x5 Pacemakers, but sometimes the 2x3, and sometimes older models. Most folks here have probably never heard of them, but they were once THE camera used by American press photographers, and they're the camera you typically see in old movies, the ones with bellows on them, and big flash handles (later used by George Lucas to make light sabers). I got quite good at repairing /refurbishing these cameras, and sold them on eBay. I never had a KZbin channel, but folks reached out through eBay to let me know how glad they were that someone was doing this, as they had fond memories of these well-made things. These comments usually came from folks who bought the cameras, but sometimes people just reached out with compliments. Then, I started making modifications to them, adding rotating backs, or enlarging the front lens opening so they could use newer, larger, more modern lenses. Two things happened: First, I sold more cameras, for higher prices; people even sent me their cameras to have me make these modifications. Second, I started getting hate mail. Not much, since there wasn't really a specific feedback system for that kind of thing on eBay. But some people felt so strongly that I was 'ruining' these old things that they had to let me know. The thing is, I liked them so much myself, and knew that, of course, no one was going to make them anymore, that I never took a working camera in good condition to do modifications to. I took two or three basket-case cameras and found a way to make one working camera out of them. I didn't have to do that, but it felt good to get out into the world again a working camera from non-working ones. And the folks who bought the modified ones seemed like they truly meant to use them, whereas those who bought the repaired ones in original condition seemed (from the few who let me know their intentions) more likely to put them on a shelf to look at. Once they bought them, that was of course up to them, but I don't like it. There are folks who might want to use them as they were meant to be used, and modern film and lenses still allow these cameras to make amazing images; better still than digital cameras, unless one wants to spend tens of thousands of dollars. But that's just my way of looking at things. Anyway, I absolutely agree that it's fine to have opinions on what it's desirable to do with old stuff no longer being made. But any use they're put to is better than having them rust away to dust, and modifying them, especially if restoring them would require pretty much re-making them, is a fine and fun idea! Telling someone they are 'wrong' regarding this kind of thing is just weird to me. Telling them they should be harmed for it? Nuts.

[@gstutje]

8:55 "Because LHD" is my favorite moment

[@cameronhennessey445]

Your cars, your channel, it should be done your way. Thanks for doing what you do.

[@garyhardman8369]

There will always be haters. Just ignore them!

[@herrunsinn774]

I hate it when you say that. Haaaaaaaaaaaa! 😅 😂 🤣

[@mikenco]

I'm a new subscriber, a Brit, classic car fan. I have also restored several classic British cars. I started following you to watch the Jag series. I love what you're doing. I ride a 95 year Matchless T4 motorcycle with 70's Yamaha brake hubs on it! Your "Jagla" project is fascinating! It's a superb way to ensure we still get these these beautiful cars on the road when petrol gets banned, which WIL happen eventually. Keep up the good work, Sir!

[@FadyMegally]

I used to feel guilty when making drastic changes to a car just because i worried too much about what people would think and then i got older and realized that i shouldn't care, and came to conclusions similar to yours. Also i used to want, and be impressed by exotic cars. The meaning of that has changed for me. now i want a car i design, can control every aspect of, and can call my own .. so yeah. now i don't feel alone anymore.

[@WrechP]

Hot Rodding has always been about using parts to increase performance or be different from anyone else.

[@4literv6]

Exactly and it originally originated from wanting to go faster on the Bonneville salt flats.

[@miguelluis7881]

I have a 1961 Volvo Amazon 121 that I’m currently modifying and I to receive those kind of comments but honestly I really don’t care, The fact is at the end of the day I’m going to build my dream machine on my own terms so I perfectly understand your position, and I give you all my respect! Cheers from a fan from Portugal

[@lo-firobotboy7112]

Also, the E-Type definitely DOES look like a tongue!

[@Richard-HiFiMan]

"The E Type looks like a tongue".... It's one of my favorite cars ever, but I love that statement.. Now I can't unsee a big red tongue with wire wheels.

[@ReemerFeddes]

"all hail the algorithm" Part of the Algorithm is a consistency in uploading time (every week or twice a week, at least regular. So that might help. The reason for me to raise this: I don;t want to worry about you if you're not uploading and I cannot wait to see the progress in the build. With regards to the wheels (my only comment): good explanation and I must say: they grow on me. please proceed in a steady pace. ;-)

[@davidsandberg7631]

The Chimp on coke comment made me laugh out loud Thanks. I enjoy the cars you build and I also would rather talk to the Gambler people.

[@retrotech383]

I found this channel and though it was one of those really big channels with 100s of videos and then i saw your oldest video of this type is only uploaded about a year ago! Such good videos it makes you think you have been doing this since the dawn of youtube

[@BrianVillegas67]

"Anybody can restore a classic, it takes a real man/woman to cut one up!"

[@uppitywhiteman6797]

A chimp can cut one up. And usually do. Only a fine craftsman can store a true classic.

[@joell439]

…… “Matt, the ruin’er” …….. that’s hilarious. It should be …… Matt, our HERO. 👍👍😎👍👍

[@craazyy22]

Should be *Matt, the super fast hero.*

[@kennethmoxon7337]

The point is there are so few of these cars left, people need all those parts and the body In question would be be easy to restore, there are not a lot of these jaguars as you say, so why talk rubbish, now that you have a worthless car is your thing nobody cares, but now you have separated all the parts you have also ruined other restorations because the numbers will not match, so you have maybe done over a million worth of damage to the restoration of these cars, the rear end alone after restoration is worth over 10 grand alone and the front hubs that's another story, you do what you like but facts are facts, you must know you have done something daft, because you spent all that time on the justification you even cut the chassis just a real shame you cut 15 grand up

[@brianb-p6586]

@@kennethmoxon7337 If someone needs that body or frame, they should have purchased it. It won't matter the the world whether there is one more of less of these things still around. Also, I'm sure Matt didn't just throw out the front suspension or rear axle parts if there is market for them.

[@kennethmoxon7337]

Yes as you say someone should have purchased the body and frame bu I think in the US, it's not that important to restore older UK cars, and for us in the UK well we just don't get to see the things that come up for sale in the US, it's also to some extent the left/right hand drive thing, I think the best thing is to find an agent in the US to hunt down classics like this, it would be worth it because a restored one is worth 100 grand but again it's the left/right hand thing, in the UK we have a lot of restorers who have over the years collected parts for these cars but the costs are sky high

[@toosavvy3504]

I like "... Humiliator!" [PeggySue got married] I love the whole concept (hey, who would put a V8 in a Tesla, pah!!) tooSavvy @UK

[@masterzedric]

Matt the Ruiner. This channel needs to change its name apparently! 😂 Anyway, I love what you are doing to the old girl, and the way you're doing it. Putting the batteries in the floor is just right. Often conversions are just dumping batteries in the trunk or backseat. I can't wait to see the rest of it (so get back to work!).

[@gasratzcustoms]

We love what you do with cars. Your an amazing builder and forget the haters! Still remember seeing your Honda the first time at our car show and instantly fell in love!! Keep up the great work!!!!

[@jeffweaver7011]

I feel the same. I can really appreciate a meticulous restoration. Every nut and bolt, every clamp, even saving the assembly line workers notations on the inner panels. Those are a window to the past and should not be lost. HOWEVER, the weird ,crazy builds are cool 😎. Especially if you're making it better. Or saving one from the crusher. Its all part of car culture. There's something for every taste. If you don't like it, try to appreciate the work and talent that went into it. Remember what Pete Champouris said: "Any body can restore an antique. It takes a real man to cut one up." Now, what am I gonna do with that Nissan Pulsar? ...... Subscribed.

[@motome8]

You and I will get along great.. we have the same humor and thought process on cars

[@TheRestorationShack]

I love stock/factory restorations, but as a “car guy” I also like to see something different! If everyone just did the same olde same old, no innovations would ever occur. What if the guy that designed disc brakes, thought, best not move away from drum brakes, don’t want to do anything different! 😂😂 Haters will always hate. Loving this build, would be good to see it as a “sleeper” maybe it’s possible to keep the Tesla wheels, but do something with the steel ones to see the look on peoples face when you leave them standing LOL

[@ItsDaJax]

There is more than enough stock/restos in the world. I ask all that complains; would you rather see this, or what Whistlin Diesel would do to it?

[@JSG1901]

Just found your channel in the last few days and I love it. Every episode has at least one statement so funny I blow a snot bubble laughing at it. Keep it up! (And screw the complainers)

[@standard8888]

As a restorer of a 1959 Ford Thames Trader and may others over the years I can totaly understand where youre coming from, and also respect your decision to do what you have done to both cars.. As you said if it was a totaly rare car or truck you would have to concider if you are destroying a peice of history or just giving it new life.. Props to you Sir and keep that good content coming.. Sub for defending what you know is right..

[@TheMrtMts]

For the algorithm Do we need this build.....Well, Yessss Y U Rune Klassik

[@JoshuaKuntz57]

Thanks Matt, I watched this next to my wife who’s just coming out of anesthesia, and my laughing woke her up! Spot on as usual.

[@torchbaugh]

I keep coming back to your videos because you have a way of fixing things with solutions that someone else has already used but in a new way, while balancing cost with function/safety. I can’t afford to throw parts at everything, But with the power of Send-Cut-Send and some .30 wire, I can have power steering.

[@PatrolmanDark]

I had a revelation at a car show with a lowrider. The trunk hinges were entirely covered in engraving and gold plated. They're not my style, but what I saw up close was the same passion that I have for my car.

[@gigiopincio5006]

really wanna se the custom electric powertrain daniel baldwin project done now

[@ZEPRATGERNODT]

I love the Common Sense and Logic applied here…

[@59Tacos]

I love what you are doing with these cars, and your channel is a huge source of inspiration and knowledge for me. Keep doing your thing, and if someone doesn't like it, they don't have to watch your channel.

[@nazcaplain]

Your analogy at 1:51 re. putting a quartz movement into an Omega watch is spot on - and paradoxical. I also *love* my classic automatic movement watches, but I'd drop a Tesla powertrain into an old Jag (Jad?) in a heartbeat.

[@tifosi1998]

I rarely comment on videos but YOU bought it YOU decided what YOU do with it. 👍🏻

[@djfast3]

your Honda is the coolest car ever. I want to build one so bad

[@tinkertom5990]

I appreciate you, the ingenuity and the small bits of clever humor! Thumbs up from Sweden!

[@johngrepo9976]

You have given me resolve to chop the top of my 51 ford club coupe. Im pretty handy when it comes to sheetmetal work but have been talked to death by "friends".

[@WentzCraft]

You're my new favorite! Can't wait to see how you get the outhouse powering everything. Keep the comedy coming. Thank you.

[@coryfoster401]

How can someone hate this build? If yall hate this just wait till the algorithm hits you with a haggard garage vid

[@diymicha4905]

I hate this build! Because It's not mine :) ...no, not really. Just a little jealous.

[@Alex138bhp]

Love the "they call it a lorry, we call it a mid sized car" gag. Really made me laugh

[@bmwman1981]

The only thing i would swap is the wheels to something more period but that’s all

[@chuckthebull]

But that would make it a "sleeper" HA....keep them guessing i always say!

[@lolzlarkin3059]

Next project: an all electric Daniel Baldwin.

[@VanderGroejn]

A mid sized pickup truck...😂😂😂 You go girl! Love every second of your vids. Til the next one, cheers.👌

[@danhunter4383]

The first Rolls Royce Silver Wraith I saw that was running well enough for use by a limo service had a Chevy 350 with an automatic transmission in it.

[@mcrsit]

I can only admire your work and mesmerize at your wit and at the thoughtfulness of the things you say. This said, where are the new videos? >:/

[@johannesreichard6511]

Love it that you save a car and bring it back to the future. I'd love to drive a VW T1 but electric ❤️

[@UmmYeahOk]

Lmfao “This is the 3rd level in automotive hell for you.”

[@shize9ine]

#1 rule of youtube - never talk about the comments. just adding fuel the toxic dumpster fire.

[@jimholmes4224]

Great video! Agree 100%. Incidentally, I bought my wife a very expensive watch years ago. Gold and diamonds. Crappy works. Spent many $$$ having it rebuilt several times. Now looking for a $10 movement that will fit in the case. Chuckled when I saw your comment about that same thing.

[@rotohcf1400]

What they call a Lorry OMG keyboard meet coffee :D

[@Spedley_2142]

I thought that! I was looking for a youtube video of a decent EV conversion of a lorry and had to google alternative US terms to try and find one. Strangely no luck though, I was hoping to find some kind of RV conversion which had a small 1 or 2 litre engine to charge the batteries but had a purely electric drive train but nope.

[@el_es]

@@Spedley_2142 That's not what this joke is about :) (pedantic) What Matt has shown in the picture showing 'lorry' is a 'semi trailer truck' (as we know it too) and what he shown as the amurican equivalent is a 'pickup truck' :)

[@Spedley_2142]

@@el_es I was pointing out how that searching for "Truck" etc in the UK (which means small lorry) gives you pictures of a daily commute in the US. What is large in the UK is medium in the US.

[@lizard5109]

"Those are my people" best quote

[@chuckthebull]

Glad you did this vid,, You did sorta change my mind..I have a 62 sunbeam and i modified a Toyota 5 speed into it (I blew the weak old overdrive) and i made it look totally stock from the outside. Your Jay Leno spot on the Honda was great and i really resonated with the idea of taking something not worth restoring and making it something better..I still hate the Tesla wheels but yeah to each his own. So cheers to you.. still think it an awesome idea to make an electric out of it.. and letting someone else use the drive train etc was a good trade off.

[@gingersight]

Ah, thank you for the laughs! Just found your channel , watching through the Tesla Powered Jag playlist, and I'm finding it fascinating. Thanks again!

[@ryandick9649]

I enjoyed several hearty laughs watching this video - thank you!

[@tim8505]

Thats normal bro.... :) Be happy with it and have fun Not really a Fan of the Tesla wheels though 😉

[@pnabsie5830]

Got "sent" here from Hemmings. I'm one of those that apprecviate restored cars and the noise V8'S make but I drive an electric car I have 2 1956 Buicks that I would love to do this to. Fed up with leaks from dynaflow transmission, stupid torque tube drive shafts et al. You're entertaining, opiniated, informative and talented.

[@TerraMagnus]

The chopped van at 9:50 is SICK!

[@sazalisamat556]

Just do what u love to do . And do the best..

[@Bullorg]

Lets help the aglothrithim (no I cant spell) even though this episode totally ruined the channel with comentary :). Still watched it. Still liked it. Still commented. Still waiting for the next one. Still think its great content.

[@UmmYeahOk]

“Enough with the commentary! Get back to building cars! You’re ruining this channel!”

[@adoreslaurel]

Do what I do, when typing, check with Auntie google on your mobile for correct spelling, saves me from making an even bigger dick of myself.

[@mondotv4216]

I love what you’re doing with the Jag. A modern take on a classic. I like the lowered roofline as well - definitely made it look faster. I do hope you’re going to do up the paintwork because it’ll definitely look a million bucks. But it’s your car - you can do or not do whatever you like.

[@Ian-of9oi]

Your 100 percent correct on the car show comment. I have a Junky 57 buick that was on the way to the scrap yard. I put it on a “modern” chassis and drive it all over. Parked next to a restored 57 bel air one time and got way more attention then it.

[@WilfredVeltman]

Also; I like your sense of humor. Are you sure you're American?

[@Pwn3dbyth3n00b]

What the Brits call a Lorry is what we call a mid sized pick up truck lol

[@Moparornocar74]

Man this channel needs more subs. Easily some of the best automotive content on KZbin

[@unnamedracer9757]

The only aspects of car cultures I don’t respect is squatted trucks, excessively tinted taillights (to the point of them practically not being functional), and takeovers

[@jaydee3046]

Did Shelby "ruin" a so-so english sports car when he created the Cobra? What's worth more now?

[@brianb-p6586]

To be fair, if Shelby and others didn't build V8 variants of the AC Ace, those cars wouldn't have been manufactured - the Cobras are in addition to the original Ace, not instead of them. The argument from those who are upset is that there are a limited number of these old cars, so modifying one removes it from the pool of "authentic" examples.

[@andrewallen9993]

AC got a car that could accelerate quickly to a high top speed and Shelby got one that didn't have to slow down to a crawl to negotiate corners!

[@gavinsansom6266]

Love the channel and your narrative is witty, intelligent and always interesting. Ignore the haters let them go and buy a car and do it their way! Gavin England uk (near the jag factory)

[@L-36]

I have a 1954 Austin Healey 100 that I bought when I was 16, which is almost 60 years ago. I made a number of small modifications like fiber glassing over the joint between the aluminum body and the steel fenders. I put in a walnut dashboard with tons of toggle switches. A bit more than 20 years ago my son and I "restored" it to what I wish I had been able to afford to do when I was a kid. More modifications like higher spoke count wire wheels so that I would no longer break spokes around every corner because of the increased grip of modern tires. In hindsight I wished I had kept it stock until I wrote this and realized I did all these things so it would be drivable and would be an expression of my vision of my car. I paid $550 for the car and have it insured for mid 5 figures. Might be over insured given all my modifications and the paint job I did on my driveway. Thanks for your discussion. I feel better now.

[@sensiblewheels]

8:52 that burn 😂😂😂 Loved it.

[@thomaslindh9971]

Don't listen to "them". Looking forward to the next episode. Allt the best.

[@torbenkl6671]

Keep up the good work!

[@rallymax2]

You go man. You do you. Thanks for going the huge extra mile to KZbin your build. All hail the algorithm which brought me here.

[@shirtsoffforkiprusof]

I couldn't agree more. I go to a car show and like everything, even if I'd never do it. I also hate going into a parts shop, asking for traction bars, and the guy behind the desk telling me that's not what I want. I know better options are out there. These are greasier and I want that.