Eagle Speedster: Charles Morgan's Classics - Carfection

[@marcjudge680]

The most beautiful car in the world.

[@104thDIVTimberwolf]

So said Enzo Ferarri.

[@lewdecker1442]

Front like a E and the rear like a cobra. If money were not a problem, first i would buy.

[@joelbates8243]

@@a.s.h4485 Not even close

[@dragospahontu]

Maybe singer

[@99percenter1]

@@joelbates8243 You're right. As beautiful as the E-Type is, the 33 Stradale is even more so. ;-)

[@wealllame]

I'v been obsessing over this car ever since i first saw it on top gear

[@MusicAndCars1]

This and the Eagle Low Drag GT for me ^^

[@wealllame]

+MusicAndCars1 yea that car is top notch aswell

[@MrPowertorque]

So have I!

[@dahorn100011]

+Edward Kenway I went to the same univeristy as him...thats my claim to fame haha

[@OlavBergman]

Admiral_Awesome I don't know the actor BUT I drive a car too. :-)

[@kevinparker7953]

Exquisite to drive. Not a car you get in and sit down, but rather a car you put on. A true driver's cockpit. It seems to respond to thought, the most subtle touch on the steering wheel could change your line in a corner by an inch or two, even at double the speed limit without a cry from the tires. I know this because I've driven all of the different series of E- types and raced the '69 you see in my avatar. A very sweet and timeless beauty indeed. No traction control. No anti lock braking. Not even power steering. Just the essence of the the tires grip on the road under you and how good you are at reading that and getting the most from it. When they released the E-type in 1961 it wasn't as revolutionary as many people think. It was the result of and incorporation of all the lessons Jaguar had learned from dominating Le Mans racing throughout the late 50's with a proven extraordinary chassis under a new, very aerodynamic body. Yes the body style has a timeless beauty that has had certain aspects copied, but no one has ever matched it's beauty. The E-type remains to this day an icon for others to emulate.

[@kevinparker7953]

Edit: I had an old, comprehensive shop manual for E-Types that had a section for Le Mans racing modifications. That section was very small. Only a few pages. Basically if you wanted your stock E-Type to go from 150 mph to 170 mph on the Mulsanne straight you only needed to change the rear end gearing. The other modifications illustrated were cooling hoses to front and rear disk brakes and a timing change to the distributor spark advance curve. That's incredible in 1961 for a car that was only 265 HP.

[@DrewJPS]

"They make things in sheds that we can't make at all" - Enzo Farrari.

[@detaart]

Ferrari*

[@DrewJPS]

+detaart My phone did that. No idea why. The word it changed to doesn't even exist.

[@detaart]

Drew Layton Your phone clearly doesn't like you. If i were you, i'd tell it who's in charge.

[@DrewJPS]

+detaart My phone will win. It's an utter Aunt.

[@detaart]

Drew Layton Beat it like a steak.

[@ThatMumboJumbo]

I love the car, love the reviewer. Almost reminds of an old Bond!

[@Notasheepleandneverwillbe]

The reviewer is the owner of of the Morgan Motor Company .

[@kanob6440]

+jerry henderson I want one of those so bad

[@samsonian]

He does seem to be quite obsessed with the bonnet bulge...guess it's the car version of a budgie smuggler.

[@andydudley1775]

what a cool man this his dream :P

[@11D7-n8d]

What the heck go play minecraft

[@movingpicturesbruce]

This video is so pleasing to watch. The music is perfect, no hard driving distorted guitars, music as beautiful as the car! The story telling is perfection!

[@Uswesi1527]

After all these years , the E Type , still , and it will remain in a class of its own. Thanks

[@triviumgibson]

Charles Morgan's reviews are gold. Please keep them coming.

[@bartvanriel6767]

finally someone other then Jeremy Clarkson did a piece on this piece of beauty

[@tbrdoescinema]

This is a stroke of genius. Charles is superb.

[@charlesmorgan2714]

Thankyou so much. Hope you like the next ones coming on consecutive Fridays too X

[@geoffreygover-sharpe4642]

Yes! We need more of Mr. Morgan!!!

[@TheAegisClaw]

This is probably the most beautiful version of the most beautiful car ever made.

[@brucelee8068]

I HAVE NO OTHER WORDS IT'S BEAUTIFUL

[@stanschnier206]

wow! Gorgeous automobile and fantastic presentation. I grew up in the 60's and this was, and still is, to me, the most beautiful car ever made. Looking forward to seeing one of these Eagles here in NY one of these days! I recently saw a Porsche Speedster-the very rare version, parked in front of my local bistro. I found out later it was Jerry Seinfeld's...so you never know!

[@ghibli608]

What a wonderful report! It's so refreshing seeing a very well dressed man with a gorgeous British accent present an extra-ordinary vehicle. More. More! MORE!

[@bicyclist2]

None other than Mr Enzo himself said that the Jaguar E-Type was the most beautiful car he had ever seen. And I have to agree.

[@spikespa5208]

Clarkson's comment about the Speedster: ".....the most beautiful *thing* I've ever seen." pretty much sums it up.

[@TheeSinfulGenius]

It's stunning, immaculate and well executed

[@J917F]

This and a Singer - perfect two car garage

[@jpracingph]

If you're single without kids, yes it is.

[@redmondbandy3521]

+Michael Charity I was thinking that same thing!

[@J917F]

even if you have wife and kids, you can get her an RS6 when you can afford the other two ;)

[@SofaKingTouge]

+jpracingph right? if only eagle and singer would get rid of that stupid rule that you can only own one car. THEN you could own multiple cars like a normal person.

[@Speednote10]

Except the premise here is that the Eagle and Singer would make the perfect garage consisting of TWO cars.

[@craigpennington1251]

Every time I look at this, it's like WOW! A car that can't be ignored and standing still-it looks like a speeding bullet-just blasting through the air! Eagle like Morgan got it dead on.

[@lukemurphy2599]

Bring more of Charles. His reviews are brilliant.

[@TheNighthawk00]

I did not know this car. It looks absolutely gorgeous ! That black exterior with the red leather is just so beautiful.

[@craigpennington1251]

These guys got it dead on. This is the most beautiful car I've ever seen bar none! Too bad the price is astronomical. Graceful sleek,and mean looking all in one package. This thing is awesome!

[@oxcart4172]

The most beautiful thing I've ever seen

The Charles Morgan videos are always a highlight.

[@RoelfvanderMerwe]

Give us more of this guy please! He's so awesome!

[@shashanklaur507]

Cars like these should be available to rent for a day.

[@BuzzLOLOL]

Prolly available to rent somewheres...

[@tomtalk24]

How do you think Charles or Top Gear get them... You rent, from an owner, for considerable amounts of money.

[@Hazardous975]

What an absolutely brilliant video

[@hoilst]

This just a simply wonderful video. Wonderful subject, wonderful shooting, and, of course, a wonderful presenter. It's almost a shame that Mr. Morgan makes such great cars himself: because we're missing out on such a great TV presenter. Good work. And, er, please send this video to Pitch Office at the BBC.

[@StevieV]

Well, this was wonderful, Carfection is really becoming one of the best for Car content! Thanks very much!

[@johntechwriter]

Thank you for this just-right overview of Eagle, whose owners had the foresight to recognize that the E-Type's charisma would never be surpassed, and thus built a business around creating modern versions of the E-Type out of worn-out original chassis. Because many thousands of E-Types were built, Eagle will have no problem acquiring original cars whose certification can be carried forward, thus bypassing the smog and safety regulations that apply to all-new cars. I only hope that among the wealthy who can afford them, among their number are a few genuine motorheads who can appreciate, and drive, a genuine sports car. I was fortunate enough to own a Series 2 in the 1970s, and can assure this video's viewers that for a motorhead, owning an E-Type while in your twenties is as good as it gets.

[@danielolivieri2686]

With this Eagle Speedster, the design of the Jaguar E type's windscreen has been modified and its shape makes the car much more gorgeous ! DANY (France)

[@PRLoco21]

this was absolutely brilliant

[@rotax636nut5]

How do you improve on perfection? you put wider tyres on it..(worked for me)

[@TheHomeExpert5]

The way the fenders hug the top of the tires on this car is amazing. The whole car is obviously stunningly gorgeous and even is better than the original. Hard to believe but true.

[@matefrank7696]

Wow what a wonderful video! A beautiful and stylish car and an excellent presenter. I wish all videos were made with this quality.

[@johnnyboy1586]

What a wonderful review for as amazing car!!

[@chrisburn7178]

What a great video. JC can sod off, this is how to sum up a car like this!

[@kamaalhussainkazmi]

Can't get enough of this car!!! Gosh!!!

[@surajjohn29]

Top gear and any other reviews and reviewers need to learn a thing or two from Charles Morgan and xcar . So beautifully written and elegant ! Just like the cars he reviews.

[@gimmigota1]

The smile on the host's face when telling the story of the birth of E-Type says he's enjoying telling the story as much as he's enjoying driving that car.

[@SnakeyUk08]

Cool to see Charles back! :)

[@thunderpants007]

What a glorious car. I wish there were more people a companies like this, very British.

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

I take my Hat off to Mr Morgan , As Morgan owner , to review another manufacturers product . A real car man Beautiful British review .. We are a great race Cheers Charles

[@LokiJotunn]

This and the Jaguar Growler (shame about the choice of name, one look at it and all sins are forgiven, however) are quite possibly two of the most beautiful interpretations of the original E-Type to ever grace public roads. An excellent video all round, presented by the equally excellent Charles Morgan himself. Thank you for a wonderful review Charles, I enjoyed every minute immensely.

[@InaayatIslam]

Brilliantly made film.

[@snowandlightsmusic]

If i see Mr Morgan in any video title, i watch! he is an amazing role model of enthusiasm and modesty

[@HassanEido1]

Lovely review. The British do many things well, but do car reviews the best.

[@charlesmorgan2714]

Thanks a lot X

[@suffern63]

Unfortunately,we're usually not very good at building things well,time and time again to perfection that is.Hence the demise of so much British industry.The second I win the lottery,I'll be ordering this and almost certainly,it'll have quite a few things wrong with it.I suppose,I'll be slated for this oipinion,but that's youtube.

[@TheWorldTeacher]

No "slates" forthcoming so far...

[@vantheman1238]

Hassan Eido what about the great British breakfast or afternoon tea. Losing penalty shoot outs against Germany, we pretty good at that. But yeah you could be right, we do car reviews better than anyone.

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

You are so sad ' We have given the world more than any other country ' 57 % of the worlds inventions Its your lack if belief is our demise

[@tuxedoapps3532]

As good as my C7 convertible looks, the Eagle E-type Speedster has it beat hands down. Truly a work of art on wheels.

[@benvin10365]

Beautiful car and improvements upon the original. Morgan is a fantastic host.

[@RuohongZhao]

A love letter to the car. - James May

[@PRG888]

What an absolute stunning looking car

[@oxcart4172]

That is ridiculously beautiful!

[@ABC-rh7zc]

The most beautiful car ever made? Probably

[@niazi1985]

what a mind blowingly cool sound!!

[@chrsweden]

Love this series with Charles Morgan!

[@craigkeller]

I miss my E Type so much... this beauty brought tears.

[@johnandkayvest4917]

Saw an xke in memphis in 64 was mesmerized .I've had several British sports cars . None are more beautiful !

[@julianneale6128]

This is an excellent review of an excellent car!

[@chrisbarron8187]

Morgan is just so good at presenting - how did it take this long for him to end up in front of a camera?

[@ctchrisf]

My goodness, this or singer.... perfection.

[@TheMarcball]

Thanks Charles, I dig your style, sir/ Keep on trucking ! (from France)

[@Karrera911]

Love this! More of this please!

[@garymcaleer6112]

Enzo Ferrari once said that the E-type was the most beautiful car in the world. He would have been glad to live to see this one.

[@pasttimes3068]

Wow, what a beautifully perfected piece of machinery.

[@SofaKingTouge]

sad to hear convertible sales are down. ive always made it a point to own at least one convertible at any given time. only time the top is up on mine is during the summer here in Texas. rest of the year the top never goes up. driving late at night with all the stars shining and some great music playing is a wonderful experience.

[@travisolson9190]

Push notification, "Charles Morgan drives an Eagle Spee..." Instantly pressed like

[@brandonmairs]

Glad to see Charles is back!! Great Review!!

[@karlx19]

Never quite fell in love with the E Type in the way I did with Italian cars from the same period but great film and a great presenter

[@karstenpedersen7749]

Fantastic, have my like! You have certainly earned it!

[@paulelverstone8677]

You cannot deny this car a damn thing - it is worthy of all of its praise. Now; if only Eagle could build me an XJ13... *dream*

[@polygamous1]

This is what the original should a been my all time favourite was the AC Cobra but this E Type beats the lot just Brilliant in every department

[@sakk1192]

after watching charles, i feel like buying a monacle and a pocket watch. that aint bad, aint bad at all

[@staffansvahn]

Great video. Content, presentation and editing. Best wishes

[@regsparkes6507]

My god,..is there anything more beautiful than this in the automotive world? Now here come the obvious replies,..yes , of course there are more beautiful cars,..but after all,....as I have been told, beauty is in the eye of the beholder. I am the beholder in this case,...and to me,...... this is beauty! So to confirm my thoughts here, I have subscribed, so that I may see and hear about more of this.

[@iiredeyeiiredeye1569]

Great review...stunning car❤️

[@clown192]

Still one of the best looking cars you will see on the road.

[@peterowens290]

I can't figure out how the Eagle is able to bear the Jag emblem. Is there tie up between this small speciailst builder & Jaguar?

[@davidnelson7149]

It started as a jag donor so carries it's VIN plates and log book. It's not a copy but the best rebuild ever.

[@MrGaryGG48]

@@davidnelson7149 That's very similar to the process Rob Dickenson uses with his Porsche Singer. They're all restored/re-imagined/whatever Porsches that are stripped and "recreated" with an existing VIN and registration. The label goes with the package. They are both REAL expensive and really worth it if you appreciate that sort of perfection and can afford it.

[@txbraveheart]

Nice video. I would love to see more updates on the Eagle as they progress.

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

Beautiful, how could anyone not like this '

[@PumpkinSpicedShart]

This guy isn't English enough for me

[@DrewJPS]

Hahaha. MOAR ENGLISH.

[@malaki_moose]

SO BRITISH

[@lffit]

prefer Terry Thomas?

[@jacquenoir7876]

You mean English!

[@larrysmith6797]

Lt-Colonel J. Algernon Hawthorne

[@kjmsupercars]

I love this cars look. Stunning!

[@IggyB3]

Holy FUCK that's Charles Morgan!!! (Head of the Morgan motor company) amazing seeing him on here!

[@SocksWithSandals]

I paused and polished my phone screen to appreciate every detail of that beautiful car.

[@sq33ny]

I could probably watch Morgan review mold

[@charlesmorgan2714]

You are so kind X

[@goatflieg]

This will be my very first post-lottery-win purchase.

[@AsinineComment]

At 2:02, it looks like the right side light cluster is skew-wiff. No? Was it just a wonkily positioned camera?

[@uhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhhh8833]

It's the most beautiful thing I've ever seen in my entire life. I hope one day before I die I get to see one.

[@kzbzdau]

What a great car and excellent review.

[@johnwattdotca]

As a musician who saw Jimi Hendrix, I was accidentally sold a 1962 Jaguar XKE in 1971, and got right into it. From behind, I always said it looked too much like a polliwog, so I like this rear view better. The wider tires are nicer, but I like the hand-painted silver spokes better, and the hood bulge is too deep. The original grill opening was vertical, and this one has some overhang, more like a catfish mouth. Seeing the headlights covered still looks the best.

[@CEOkiller]

"At last-- something beautiful you can truly own"-- Don Draper...

[@mynameatspampot]

It's a lovely car, but surely it can't be a "convertible" if it doesn't convert. It's open-top only, as far as I can see. Also, is that the exhaust that's hanging so close the road? That's going to be expensive if it bottoms out.

[@kevinl6231]

Loved this car since I was 10.

A celebration of utter glory, all pretenders need to take their seat for now.

[@Jkl158]

Should change the intro engine sound to this one

[@WhipRunner]

How beautiful she is hit me at 4.18. One aspect I noted is how the bonnet serves as an engine cover rather than just design element or atleast did way back in the time of actual motor cars. The straight-six engine block and bonnet cover come together perfectly with the bulge and the vents.

[@flyinglycandeathforcommuni6292]

Spitfire and E-Type, british things to be proud.

[@shaunportlock4924]

Shame they wasted the name on a Triumph Spitfire, cute car, but the am could have been better used.

[@peterclifton6312]

What an amazing looking car doesn’t even need to move to look good

[@chrisdooley6468]

Good God the noise it makes :)

[@Aron-ru5zk]

Everyone at my school would laugh at me for liking this car so much but me want

[@gordonmcmillan883]

The irony of the Milk tray advert at 09:24 or so is that it looks like they used a Porsche 911 for the actual jump ... That would make sense as with the rear engine it would be a lot less nose heavy than a Jag.

[@JudgeDreddz]

Mr. Morgan, I am an American that absolutely loves my big lumpy American V8 but I dream of the Eagle Speedster and the Aero Coupe. If I could have only 2 cars for eternity they would be mine without a doubt. What would you think about a corvette power train in the Aero line for us yanks? It would definitely be a fun thought exercise. One day I hope to tour the factory in Malvern much respect for the authenticity and passion in your art!