Ferrari F40 restoration - Part 1 | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

[@christianluff]

This is what I like. No dubstep music. No fake drama or stupid self imposed deadlines. No gimmicks, no jumpy editing, just absolutely beautiful meat and wonderful potatoes, no nonsense business! For standard KZbin fare I often prefer average everyday cars, but when supercar machinery is this raw and special I can’t help but be impressed. Thank you for staying true to your crew!

[@raulio81]

jumpy editing - cause speed looks greater, hate it too

[@bishopdredd5349]

No over excited squeaky KZbin voice either, just normal plain straight.

[@stoneylonesome4062]

Yes. This is probably the only channel, other than maybe Jay Leno, where you’ll see Ferraris and Lamborghinis without atlanta rap music blasting and rappers twerking in the background.

[@idonjohnson6999]

If you have a solid base, you don’t need all that distraction. Unfortunately, most don’t and have to throw in every bell and whistle to gain attention.

[@sprig6043]

Here! Here!! 🎉

[@keokitan]

Watching Iain talking about cars, is almost like watching Bob Ross painting. Very soothing and calming. Thank you very much for your vids. I enjoy them a lot!!!

[@Nachovalenti899]

Totally agree and his knowledge is simply impressive.

[@gold333]

It realy is something else. What a wonderful channel, and the knowledge of this man is breathtaking to listen to.

[@willlowbridge350]

The acoustics in his shop are good too. Adds to that close chat feel. Exempt when it rains hard on the roof.

[@Spacebastard]

Me too ol' chap. I had to rewind the first 5 minutes. I didn't hear a word he said. Oh my... The red... the ♥️♥️ RED... I to so enjoy Iain's Ommmmm-Like way of telling & teaching. Only at this level of the market. Mr. Tyrelll makes it seem so accessible. I'm smart enough to know that it isn't. Jesus...those twelve cylinder beauties are making my cheeks flush😏

[@paulelverstone8677]

This is why the channel is so special. I've seen 100 F40 videos/reviews but none of them have ever got under the pelt of one past 'it's made of carbon fibre'. Really looking forward to seeing how this resto progresses...

[@mark4lev]

The carbon sits in the areas to make it look like it’s a carbon construction.The carbon side panels make it look like a tub but are cosmetic. Underneath are two flimsy tubes. In fact the whole chassis is made of steel tubing so small gauge you really fear for anyone having an accident..

[@lkearney7299]

@@mark4lev Didn't realise that. Looking at the carbon fibre (down along the side where the seats are situated), it looks as if it's a complete carbon tub, like the 4C.

[@Idek10000]

@@mark4lev the entire body is carbon kevlar. The chassis is tubing but it’s still incredibly strong for what it is. The car came out in the late 80s…it’s not gonna be close to as safe as anything modern but it’s still decently safe. This is especially true if you compare it to anything older. You should be fearing for the safety of someone driving something from the 60s or 70s not the late 80s.

[@mark4lev]

@@lkearney7299 that’s what they wanted you to think…. It’s quite clever really. No one had the ability to do a carbon road car tub back then. The McLaren F1 was the first. I actually love the F40 it’s great

[@mark4lev]

@@Idek10000 the body is not structural. The chassis is basic. DK engineering in the uk are building group A roll cages to go into these cars and have a project car in development.

[@simonwhalley1743]

Oh my word, Harry’s garage, a Late Brake show barn find and now this on one Sunday evening! Gentlemen, I thank you all.

[@kiwiwifi]

Trifecta?

[@simongoddard8490]

Not to mention Harry’s Farm from a couple days ago. Harry pulls no punches in who is to blame for the current food shortages....and the ones to come.

[@jimamizzi1]

All top notch channels

[@ole-martinlundefaret5876]

Don’t forget Retropower

[@martinlaver007]

Shout out for Smith & Sniff too. On that side of things.

[@arnaudfontaine7882]

omg! i never realized the engine was THAT close to the seats! fascinating to see the cars from your angles. Thanks Iain, you are the best on the internets!

[@erwanbrillot4438]

I love when he says « to the best of my knowledge ». Dude, you ARE knowledge itself.

[@martiniv8924]

That shot looking over the rear of the Muira, the snout of the F40 and the haunches of Harry’s Countach 👌🏻😎❤

[@danpatterson8009]

Love the colors, so vivid.

[@christophercatto7184]

Hi Iain, I wanted to compliment you on the video. It's really nice to see the attention towards restoration of the original parts; as you say it really keeps the car as original as possible. Bag tanks are indeed quite a chore for the owners and were due to the haste with which Ing. Nicola Materazzi had to complete the car: Enzo Ferrari wanted it to be ready in August so there was only a time of 10 months to finish it, and many components stayed 'as they were' from the GTO Evoluzione. When well maintained (i.e. not revved from cold or on terrible roads), the F40 is remarkably reliable, probably because it represents a very extreme evolution of the 308 after the engine was positioned longitudinally and new kevlar reinforcements were glued to the chassis and the turbocharging was perfected. For a 2+ m car, I should think it represents great value in terms of running costs, since the owner will have nothing to worry about regarding touch-screen infotainment or electric seats or dual-clutch transmission, since it's simply not there :-) Hope to enjoy more of your video commentary.

[@lindaoffenbach]

Well, thank You Ian for this astute elaborate insight on the F40. It is such a delight to experience a profound in-depth explanation and in your relaxed conveyed bright manner. This upload has been a joy again :)

[@bobcoats2708]

Iain, thank you for your thoughtful and responsible approach to preservation/restoration. Sure, fully restored cars are beautiful but you can’t restore originality.

[@porkster5924]

Who else didn’t want this video to end. Love this channel ❤

[@Countach100]

That last shot of Iain smiling in the car show me that he has an enviable satisfaction in life. Another great video.

[@CaptHollister]

Discussion of the paint on the F40 reminded me of an anecdote: I once had my car in for service at the local Mercedes dealership. While they were working on my car, I wandered into the showroom to admire the new cars. This was when matte paints were the new (and as it turned out temporary) fad. I mentioned to a sales rep how beautiful the matte white was, he laughed and told me someone else had just asked him if the factory forgot to polish the paint...

[@davidraymondborwick4541]

TCW is seen as a British Institution for me and many others Iain. Not only do you get into the nuts and bolts of cars most of us could only wish to own, you bring us such unique and special guests such as Tony and Enzo’s personal assistant, notwithstanding the occasional spirited drive! Please keep the content coming - delighted to subscribe to help the channel. All the best from Scotland.

[@karacop78]

That "ethos" you describe reminds me of the same principles I was taught at the School of Architecture concerning restoring old buildings: do as much as needed, no more. In your words: be "sympathetic". I really respect your work sir. I hope you'll continue showing us great content.

[@paulthesoundguy1]

You sir are one of the most respectful people I have ever listened to. The love of these cars and attention to the details when restoring them is what makes you successful.

[@map009]

Thank you Iain for taking the time to share this, it is as close as I'll ever get to seeing the workings of an F40 and to have it explained with your expertise is truly a treat!

[@39PSIOnTheDaily]

In 2012 I was fortunate enough to do a photoshoot and drive an (early spec non-cat/non-adjustable suspension) F40 and an LP5000QV Countach back to back in Japan at a rapid pace. I was quite surprised to find the Countach the more comfortable (albeit hot) of the two. The F40 was so visceral and extrapolated so much information from the road surface that I was forgiven twice by the owner on a single outing for assuming I had broken something, when in fact it was merely rocks hitting the carbon underbelly and creaking of the substructure. On boost, it pulled like a freight train, and the roar of the flat plane crank V8 was completely drowned out by the jet-like wail of the twin IHI turbines. I found the very basic folding Halfords plastic key and the rubber plunger start button of particular amusement… When we returned to the shop where it was being serviced, I was asked if I’d like to have (as a souvenir) the spare main headlight sitting on the shelf in the shop with the crack in the glass. I kindly declined over and over, still shook up by the once-in-a-lifetime drive that had just occurred. In retrospect, I really should’ve accepted the light…

[@chriscomparescars4416]

I love how you can just say "and this one that's Harrys.." knowing full well your audience are huge fans of both channels!

[@jono8606]

Oh my… another barnfind of a channel. Awesome 👍

[@davetreanor5303]

Amazing content. The 1:18 scale model of an F40 i bought it 1989 is what got me in to cars. I’ve always remembered 478bhp of the F40 and I joke to my kids that the F82 M4 I have a daily has 480bhp. It’s mad how cars have evolved

[@howardwinston7736]

Thanks!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you very much. Most kind of you.

[@TheJustaviewman]

Just amazed at your knowledge Iain. The most in depth review I've ever seen about the F40. Thank you.

[@Simon-du7yx]

Check out Tom Hartley Jnr’s channel for another

[@simonphillips5208]

Drove into Cirencester last year and an F40 went blasting past in the other direction. Pretty certain it was Nick Mason because, ten seconds later it was followed by an Aston Ulster. Not many people have one of those either. What a moment. It was properly being driven, as it should be!

[@iulian2548]

Love it, this channel is a bliss! Regarding the non removable rear pann#els for the 355 and 348: perhaps because they used a different chassis tech, that cover was structural and it wasn't possible to be removable. The F40 space frame chassis is different. I could be wrong though.

[@project130r]

This channel is the answer to the question “What is the complete opposite of your Honda restoration business?” Actually, nobody has really asked us that, but if they did, we would immediately point them here! Simply stunning and elegant work on some truly spectacular machinery. Thank you so much for sharing legendary cars like the F40 - and your impressive knowledge of them with us, Mr. Tyrrell!

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@rjcontruction1406]

I rode in one of those as a child sitting up on the center console, with my father in the passenger seat and his friend driving up Hwy 1 California. Unforgettable experience beautiful car and as always great video.

[@butterfliesandtape]

If for some unfathomable reason I ever ended up working at Tyrell's, I wouldn't get any work done as I'd just be spending my time looking at things. Just very still, intently looking. Maybe smelling a bit as well. No work would be done though. Rest assured. An amazing place to be. Congratulations on an incredible business Ian. Thanks the videos. Always a delight. Appreciated very much.

[@iaco.mp4210]

YESSS! Been waiting for this video for the longest

[@dferrari3215]

I’m excited to see the rest of these videos. The F40 has been my favorite Ferrari my entire life.

[@fedwchoung5466]

Just great!!! Now I can see the racing seat and airfilter and fuel tank... every f40 component very clearly see it..!!! Awesome project!!!

[@robwaz1547]

Wow, I remember when that was new, had no idea of all there little details about this super car. Can’t wait to watch this series. Thank you for talking all of us along on this journey and for the amazing owner having you work on this show pice

[@Ladco77]

I never cared for the look of the F40, but from an engineering viewpoint as well as an historical one it's positively beautiful! I love the care you take with preserving everything as original as possible. Watching your work is almost as much archeology as it is mechanics. Anything can be rebuilt, but they're original only once. I'm so glad you take such great pains to preserve original wherever possible.

[@alejandroramirezmartinez3676]

Thanks Mr Tyrrell for another outstanding video, reflects your authentic passion for such machines!

[@lot6129]

I think the F40 is the fans fav.!! Glad we have a few in Australia, anxious to see Part.2

[@Miwna]

Such a legendary car. Thank you for giving it the love and attention it needs, and also showing us!

[@JRGRAY-33]

Very interesting and informative video, can't wait for part two 👍🏾

[@felixwickman5002]

Lain, your films are absolutely super nerdy and so good! See you so passionate makes me smile and happy. Thanks so much for your hard work!

[@nigeldewallens1115]

As always, your vlogs are a spear joy to watch the level and attention of detail of work and also the lengths you go to! But then! One should and well done to you a your team Ian! Congratulations to you all! I cannot wait for part two! I am waiting with utter excitement for your next vlog! 😉😊☺

[@mireSERBIA]

I love the commentary you gave about the extensive work that is going to be done on this car. Great content as always. I learn something new about cars every time I watch your videos. Thank you for that

[@johndavey72]

Good morning lain . A man after my own heart , superb ! Thankyou

[@paulcarnegie7917]

Iain, I absolutely love the content! Your work gives us a front row seat to some of the most interesting cars ever built. Further, I appreciate the fact that money is not discussed. The focus is the knowledge and experience you and others have accumulated over many years. Huge fan!!

[@liambrett6000]

Thank you for all your time and effort in bringing us all these fantastic videos....a Sunday now would not be same without them

[@patriottothecore6215]

I remember seeing a brand new one like this parked up in the Schwabing area of Munich in the late 80’s. What a sight. There was a huge crowd round it. It was beautiful.

[@twisterwiper]

Top notch content, as always. I very much appreciate your philosophy of not over-restoring, and keeping as much original as possible.

[@isentra5478]

Iain's getting very comfortable infront of the camera - great video!

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@gvxclassics]

Thank you for showing us these details. Great work by you and your crew.

[@juergenblasius1104]

Hello Ian another Super Video Special from the F40 amazing and absolutely interested. I say thank you for effort. I love your Thematik Technical Interior Trim and History. Greetings from Germany

[@isalmankhan1]

Thanks A Lot Iain for giving us the opportunity to be part of this incredible journey😍

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@technologic21]

I love the presentation of this channel!

[@danielkelly8756]

Thanks for the video, awesome to see. Would love to see a video on an old mini.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks. See what we can do

[@danielkelly8756]

@@iain_tyrrell :) cool thanks. I have an Innocenti Mini Cooper 1300 I've just imported from Italy. There isn't much info on them on KZbin. It would be great to see Iain shed a light on them if he is familiar with the car. Or even just an old MK1/MK2. The mini is such a great car. Thanks a lot

[@Apodalont]

What a privilege being involved in these pieces of history. You my friend clearly have work ethics second to none. Awesome video as always.

[@johncarne4550]

TOO SHORT, Seriously a top show, informative and educational, I've been in an F40 and the owner informed me that the only metal on the front was the wiper arm which was the only area that reflected the police radar, as carbon etc didnt reflect like a stealth fighter, As for prices I remeber when they dropped in price quite significantly, oh for a crystal ball John from Australia

[@khaledkhan1741]

Exciting! Thank you for sharing this video and all the helpful information. Can't wait to see the rest of the processes

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

Another fantastic and facinating use of my time. The F40 is still a brute. I recall walking up the Kings Road in Chelsea area once and an F40 was stuck in very slow moving traffic. The driver wisely knew not to burn out the clutch and just waited for a 50metre gap and surged forward. Hilarious the noise and the drama

[@andymercer8092]

Can’t wait to see it finished, absolutely love F40’s

[@rofra11]

Very "cooling down" Video after a stressfull day. Iain´s silky voice telling us some details about a F40. Almost a good night story 😉 THANK YOU !

[@tonylee-UK]

Outstanding video as always. Thank you.

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@jeremyfdavies]

Excellent video. It's good to hear an expert talking about what he knows in such an authoritative fashion. Zero b*sh*t.

[@bennylloyd-willner9667]

True passion brilliantly paired with excellent knowledge and ability Can't do better than that ❤️

[@loucalouca]

Well…here’s my comment ! I look SO forward to every post , the information , inspiration, knowledge, and passion is fantastic. Your best quality is your so easy and nice to listen too which you might take for granted, I watch so many shows that have great content but the presenters have such an irritating voice or are so boring , I won’t name ! Your show is perfectly balanced , it inspires me to get work done to my classic . so please keep it up , my only criticism is that you don’t do a weekly upload, but then that would take away the excitement of seeing new one ! Best car show on KZbin

[@xavierc8383]

What an amazing car, thanks for the video!

[@cervelo9465]

One of the best automotive channels ............ in the world.

[@philgordon6671]

I was very privileged to have the use of an F40 while skipper for a french owner who also went on to buy the F50. An amazing car. I would love to be involved in restoration as this type of car deserve the love and attention

[@jharris947]

Excellent video. Looking forward to Part 2.😀

[@psjasker]

Wow - I cannot wait to work my way through this series

[@jamesbridges1107]

My favorite channel. Excellent presentation. Cannot wait for the next one…

[@kayeninetwo3585]

Beautiful car! Thanks for the educational video.

[@RGTNEREU]

The holy grail of cars .... Another amazing video Ian !!

[@thegoodshot]

Iain, I just have to say I appreciate your videos so much. I find them lovely and meditative to watch while preparing dinner. Thank you and please keep it up!

[@niklaswejedal463]

Wow, I have had the obligatory Bburago 1/18 scale F40 since back when it was released (you had to put special orders for them in the toy store, hoping to get one.. not everyone did!) but I haven't realised before just how close the engine sits behind the driver... And I did not know it was that accessible either! New knowledge aquired - Yay! Looking forward to the next part!

[@yowhatupmain]

Surely the most iconic Ferrari to this day. 20,000kms what a minter!

[@Marvdogger2]

The greatest Ferrari.

[@ajdahun]

288GTO

[@kenxiong6830]

250GTO

[@C64SX]

F40 is one of the cars I really didn't want to enter the collectors market. But of course it was inevitable. Remembering the BPR Series in the mid-90's, that's where I want to see the F40. Along McLaren F1, Lister Storm, Jaguar XJ220, Venturi 600, Porsche 911's and so many more. Back to the race track with ya! :) Thanks for another great episode though, great to get to see more of the inner workings of the F40 :)

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@autofanaticcars]

Thanks for pointing out the differences in The fuel tanks not many people know about the different versions for different markets as so many Euro examples are now stateside.

[@HarveyJohnWillmott]

My favourite video of yours so far. Incredible Iain.

[@andrewjohnson9896]

Another wonderful video, thank you.

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@russellb1212]

Tyrells classic workshop at its very best, thanks Iain, so many details, looking forward to this series on F40 restoration

[@michaelguerin56]

Thank you. Nice video. I love the quiet way in which Iain exposes car restoration scams😀! Looking forward to more video on the F40.

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@steffydog]

Stunning, can’t wait. Thanks for sharing 😊

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@GM-fh5jp]

We are simple men. We see Tyrell's Classic Workshop AND Harry's Garage appear almost simultaneously and we press the like button. This means it will be a good day. Thank you.

[@jinayl]

Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us. Every time I see an F40 my first thought is "this is the most beautiful car ever made".

[@perroviejo666]

Thanks Iain for creating this window to be able to see the smallest details of a Ferrari F-40, which would otherwise be impossible to appreciate.

[@Smokey1970]

Awesome channel and insight to the best cars ever. Keep up the great vlogs. Thanks Iian 👏

[@BasilBadger]

What a treat you have for us here :-)

[@briangreen6602]

Love the proper nerdy details, everyone else can praise an F40 , few can do the details

[@bondy284]

Great way to start the day !!!!!. Thanks Iain👍🇦🇺

[@will3102]

Great memories working on these with dad in my teens on weekends. I had no idea how lucky I was.

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@donovanf1]

Another great video Iain I look forward to this series on the F40. Thanks

[@jackn4853]

Beautiful car, the usual concise knowledgeable commentary. But surely, for what the original price was you should expect the engine to be sound, the suspension, brakes etc to be almost perfect. It's only done 12000 miles. I'm almost glad that I will never be able to afford one . But, if I could it would definitely go to Tyrrells for any restoration. Looking forward to the rest of the series.

[@fishbert17]

Loving attention to detail, sympathetic work, less is more. Perfection

[@Official_Goonzquad]

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[@Rogge73]

Could listen to this man for hours!! 😊

[@jeffreyrex8232]

Simply wonderful!. Thank you for sharing gents.

[@Gregsheppo66]

Awesome. A new Tyrrell’s classic workshop video.

[@jamesdecross1035]

Great a see a new format of producing a series on some cars. That would be such a terrific thing to watch. Thank you!

[@FeelsDonkMan]

I'm hanging onto every word, loving this channel.

[@Glenwald]

Looking forward to part 2! Many thanks

[@SWR112]

When the line “ To the best of my knowledge” carries a certain amount of weight behind it like a huge truck😁I’ve learned so much about the Cars I have loved for years.

[@csnelling4]

Thank you Iain, looking forward to this project 🤗

[@Ex-Pear-Rocker]

I am really looking forward to this one, thanks for upload. 👍