Lamborghini Miura, Urraco, Jag E-Type and Bentley S2 - Workshop Catchup | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

[@dancepheus]

What I like about this channel is that we're invited in to take a look at a working garage - a working business that just happens to do updates on what they're doing. KZbin isn't their focus. These updates are informal, leisurely, learned and knowledgeable - and not an 'agile' 'scrum' 'kanban board' in sight - just craftsmanship.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you so much! That's wonderful to receive.

[@iainmcglynn833]

If you don’t love this channel we can’t be friends , no exceptions Well Porsche owners 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿🙏

[@iangillett2488]

Brilliant video as always. Quick question, did you get the E-Type panels from Jaguar Heritage?

[@SharpblueCreative]

Harry’s Garage & Tyrell’s Classic Workshop updates on the same afternoon. Just what we need. That Miura WOW

[@narcissismisadisease]

It’s a toofer Sunday and I have no complaints atall.😊

[@diegohorton869]

What a blessing 😊

[@ololiver92]

Check The Late Break Show too

[@bobgnarley1]

You could add retropowercars too...the sunday trifecta!

[@djd8305]

But Harry looks to people like Ian to work on his cars........ So, I go to Ian every time. Tbh I stopped watching Harry - thought he was shilling for a particular producer in the alternative fuels episode..

[@stevem7868-y4l]

I love this channel, the cars are iconic, But Iain's commentary and delivery are first class, and so empathetic to the machinery on display

[@MichaelKingsfordGray]

Except that he made a grammatical error... (He said "less" when he should have said "fewer".)

[@markscungio2996]

We LOVE that this is a WORKING GARAGE!!! WORKERS, CRAFTSMEN, EXPERTS 1st...cameras a distant 2nd place? FINE !!! No complaints from me !!!

[@chrischallis4240]

Pure calmness and craftsmanship at Tyrell’s. No ‘crash, bang, wallop’ from some of the America’s shops !

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@anthonyxuereb792]

Unfortunately a lot of that stuff is dramatised to hold the viewers interest, it is off-putting I admit especially when it's so obvious. To make it worse, the crash, bang and wallop is interspersed with a clash of personalities to add more flavour.

[@brianwhittington5086]

​@@anthonyxuereb792 There were a couple of shows a few years back on the UK satellite TV channels. Bernie and Lepu with the Chop Shop one, where they "customised" some old classic into a dream car they hoped to sell to a celebrity. Then Bernie and the Canadian guy, forgot his name, that hunted down a particular old classic to do a budget restoration on and make a fast profit. Both were a bit too fake, and theatrical with their constant arguments over ideas, costs, and opposing personality clashes.

[@anthonyxuereb792]

@@brianwhittington5086 I think I've viewed a couple of those episodes from memory going by your description.

[@brianwhittington5086]

@anthonyxuereb792 You probably have Anthony, they've been repeated a few times. Both series had a similar over-all format with Cockney geezer Bernie as co-star and a team of staff, working in an " under the arches" place in London. Always in a race to get them finished for sale of the classic, or hand over to the celebrity client on the custiomised one.. They both glossed over how much work actually went into the end result if done to a high standard. None of the episodes ever went off without some sort of crisis, or major setback to the completion deadline. Having worked in the vehicle repair industry many years; they were a bit too cheesy for me to rewatch them. 😁

[@russellbryan2288]

These Tyrrell's Workshop videos are so enjoyable to watch. Getting to see the Tech's behind the paint and gloss are my favorite bits. That and Iain's sense of humor ('this car came in for a headlamp bulb') make the viewing experience so enjoyable.

[@geriatricmotorcars9516]

Great to see craftsmen doing a fine job Enjoyable as always 👍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! Great to hear you enjoyed it.

[@Quinndiver]

my MGB has just completed a $30k headlight bulb change

[@kevindimauro9689]

@@Quinndiver😅😂🤣😅

[@romulus_]

@@Quinndiver hope they threw in the blinker fluid for free.

[@chrisloukes424]

One of the many and wonderful aspects of Iain's bulletins is that he always gives credit to the the specialist staff who help with the work. No wonder your business is such a success - must be a joy to work at Tyrells Classic Workshop!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! It takes a dedicated team to bring these cars back to their former glory. I'm very proud of the work they do and their dedication.

[@davidhynd4435]

The mark of a canny manager is the quality of the team he has gathered. Iain must be a good manager because the people that work for him all appear to be top class and highly skilled.

[@willo300]

Another belter Iain, I love how you give space to let the engineers, craftsman like James & Craig give us the benefits of thier expertise.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@Snarge22]

The styling of the Urraco has been one of my all-time favorites.

[@danpatterson8009]

Yeah, that and the Khamsin.

[@rearrangio]

I can't believe I didn't bring my Miura here! The VW shop outside Lake City, FL said they could do all the work! Hehe

[@brittwebb5602]

I can’t fully express how much I look forward to each new vid posts from this site. They’re all such wonderful gems of automotive restorations

[@iain_tyrrell]

I'm delighted to know you enjoy them - thank you!

[@johnsim3722]

Shout out to James for the work done on the E-Type. Looking at what he's cutting out, I'm in awe that he's able to put the new panels in the right position. That's a hard job! And also respect for not trying to remake panels when you can get reproductions. Definitely the right choice.

[@iain_tyrrell]

I'll pass that on! Thank you.

[@fw1421]

Ian never fails to impress with the quality of work his team does. I always look forward to his videos when he releases new ones.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, that's so great to hear. I will pass this on to the team.

[@Kicki355]

Iain's vast knowledge always impresses me

[@notheotherklaus]

There are no other car review shows even close here on KZbin! I am always amazed.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you so much! That's really nice to hear.

[@jonsmith8582]

Even the bracing on the E-Type is a work of art !

[@superbear617]

Can't wait to see that Miura on the road again!!

[@mikeroper3437]

Superb Sunday evening thanks to you and Harry.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Kaptain13Gonzo]

That door on the E-type. A gentle touch and it clicked closed, after half the tub was cut away and rewelded. Fantastic work. It is a wonder each and every episode. I really enjoy his content.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! Great to know you enjoy the videos.

[@spatchist]

Olivetti introduced the punch hole tape control after previous experience using magnetic tape to control the traffic lights in Turin proved susceptible to early hacking devices .

[@michaelgibson4705]

By Michael Caine and Camp Freddie in the Italian Job 😂

[@rogerpritchard]

Nice chap working on the wonderful E-Type. No doubt should be worth £250,000 when it's done, and worth every penny! Great investment!

[@kittonsmitton]

Love that some of Tyrrell's workshop crew are as interesting and charmingly eclectic as the motors they restore. The impromptu interviews are a wonderful addition to the plethora of facts figures and minutia, thank you Iain!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, that's lovely feedback and I'll be sure to pass that on to the team. More to come!

[@sullacicero2610]

The chap on the Jag has got “bugger off and let me get on with it” written all over.

[@michaelmottlau5941]

Love being invited in to this fabulous workshop by Lian and guided aroound those magical and magneficant cars. He is so well spoken.

[@roadwarrior144]

There is such a quiet enthusiasm these two have for these old cars. It is just so wonderful to enjoy! Thank you for sharing these updates!

[@sweetcorn1968]

It is always a pleasure to watch your skilled craftsmen bringing new life to old and cherished cars. Their skill and love for their craft is mesmerising. That and Harry’s latest video are the perfect accompaniment to a nice long soak in the bath on a Sunday evening. Much better than the telly.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you so much, it's great to know that you enjoy seeing the work being done.

[@oohmeconkers1968]

Back in the day a friend of mine bought a bit of a basket case E Type, this was the days when they were just an old car. He took a lady out and as they both opened their doors together after a delightful evening the car snapped in half. It was ok when one door was opened at a time but couldn’t stand it when both were. Date over and car scrapped😂

[@brianwhittington5086]

The E Type took me back to 1978/9 when we spent weeks rebuilding a very early series one 3.8 two seat coupé, with the cut in footwells. It had been sat years in a waterlogged field after previous years of bodged fibreglass, riveted patches, and filler covered tin foil to the floors, and structure wouldn't pass the MOT. Virtually no original parts were available, apart from a factory bonnet that came loosely assembled. They have to be cut to length and the rear shape hand-made to fit the bodytub. They're not easy to work on as a lot of the panels were lead loaded to fit at the works when new. We had to hand fabricate so much after careful measuring and cutting as we didn't have a rotisserie jig back then.

[@porkster5924]

Machines running tape fed instructions were called NC as in Numerical Controlled. We had some wire erosion machines that operated the same way in our toolroom at Rists in Newcastle Under Lyme. We were part of the Lucas group too producing wiring harnesses for cars such as Mini and Rolls Royce.

[@johnmoruzzi7236]

Yes, in the late 80s early 90s I worked for a CNC company called OSAI-AB who came out of Olivetti Automation and Allen Bradley of the US. The CNC units were based on the Intel 8086 / 80286 / 80287 processors so IBM PC architecture… Olivetti were in the PC business by then too. I did come across early post-tape AB controls too. The Urraco engine was excellent… like 2 Lampredi Lancia engines put together.

[@simonelliott5956]

Great to see a Urraco, one of my favourite Matchbox cars as a boy! Another great video thanks Iain!

[@peter1317]

an old wheelers dealers with Edd is worth a look regards taking the engine and g/box out and tuning the engine.

[@lukewaring2832]

No ODB2 PORT there.! proper wrenching. Epic as ever thanks for taking rhe time.. 😎

[@iain_tyrrell]

Nothing complicated! 😆 And thank you!

[@eugenedreyer4805]

Harry's Garage, the Sailing Brothers, and Tyrrells - Sunday evening sorted .. 😊

[@WilfredZweverink]

I love the feel you give me here Iain, I'm like that fly on the wall, holding my breath just to not disturb the story you guys are telling, it's absolutely the best delivery for me, thank you lads!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, that's so kind.

[@robertorhymes]

Taking the mystery out of exotic car history That's what makes Tyrell's Classic Workshop a weekly must see for me

[@iain_tyrrell]

So glad you enjoy the videos. Thanks for watching.

[@robertorhymes]

@@iain_tyrrell It's very refreshing to see a Workshop that saves their customers from over investing All the best!

[@Richspjones]

Fascinating update, much appreciated; and great to hear from James too.

[@tdelorean2071]

Unbelievable ! you’re one of a kind. The fist Restauration company try to preserve as most as possible from the oem leather & parts to preserve the cars soul. Thank you for working like this.

[@Bumbaclot213]

Always a pleasure watching an update - excited to see that muira finished and Harry’s Countach

[@robblack7949]

Thank you for another great presentation Iain. Greetings from Maine USA.

[@davidbaxter600]

Ian far from being nerdy this vlogs provide amazing insight to decades of engineering and continually underscore your knowledge and passion for this field. Keep up the excellent work

[@perroviejo666]

My Sundays aren't complete if I don't watch Iain's latest video. Congratulations on the excellent content. I love this channel. Greetings from Buenos Aires, Argentina.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@jonwarshawsky5288]

Terrific video. The explanation regarding the Bentley leather was a revelation - I love classic cars and will think twice or three times before replacing old leather. It’s a wonderful thing to be preserving these cars, because that era can never be repeated. I’ll likely have my old 911 forever.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@trainmanbob]

Had a Mk1 E type decades ago. Horrible thing. At 6ft 3ins it was dreadfully uncomfortable. However, Bentley S2....never had one but my friend did. What an absolute joy to be in. Thanks Iain, always nice to see what goes on and chat to the n=magicians who make these cars look so great again. Cheers, Bob

[@rafaelfiallo4123]

I'd listen to Mr.Tyrell talk about Connolly leather for hours and enjoy every minute. It would be great to see the actual restoration of the leather and the "feeding of the hides"

[@iain_tyrrell]

We’ll do that. Thanks

[@starfish370]

Hi Ian, having just seen this video, I hope that you will show us the E-type Jaguar when the job is finished..wonderful and thanks in anticipation 🤞😊❗️

[@iain_tyrrell]

Will do!

[@SimonMatthews-h6y]

Thank you Iain for this channel. Your Knowledge and craftsmanship is superb. It is a joy to watch. Keep up the good work.

[@Bulletguy07]

The E-type Jag is a timeless classic with its stunning body lines. The same can be said for the Miura too.

[@iain_tyrrell]

They sure are!

[@jamesbuckingham8073]

It'd be a very cool place hangout and observe the artist crafting pieces that need to be removed and replaced in detail throughout the restoration without destroying the piece.

[@RamSkirata]

Thank you, Iain, for taking the time!

[@pezzonovante888]

I have a Bentley S1 with the same color interior as that S2. Similar condition as well. Amazing what a Leatherique treatment can do to rejuvinate the leather. I love how Iain focuses on leather manufacture and quality details. Would love to see more vids on that Bentley!

[@iain_tyrrell]

More to come!

[@hughtube1]

@@iain_tyrrell Love to see the headlining being fitted as I have got to do mine on my S3 Bentley

[@rafaelfiallo4123]

I've heard good things about that Leatherique as well.

[@danapeck5382]

Thanks, another treat. Wish I'd known about Norton influencing the E type. My mom loved the E, hated my Commando S; might have helped...

[@SuperLuckyCat7]

So thorough, so educative. Sir Iain, you excel 🏆

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, that's so kind of you to say so.

[@jamesbridges1107]

Terrific episode...Thank you for presenting in a manner we all can understand...great job everyone.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you James! Greatly appreciated.

[@jamesallison4875]

You and your staff are so verbally acute. Love to hear hear you talk with them. Thank you for sharing your thoughts.

[@lory2622]

Love these “Ketchup” videos, a tour of a place I will not likely ever frequent.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Glad you enjoyed it. Plenty more to come on the channel. I have also started posting more pictures on Instagram which you might enjoy.

[@gryfandjane]

Thanks for the update, Iain!

[@stretch4169]

Thank you Ian and team for the update, wonderful to be taken along in the journey and very appreciated by so many. My Pops would have loved to have been here to see the Bentley coming along. 🤗

[@CharlesDeMar]

always great videos with Iain's impeccable taste.

[@TheSkateboardingShow]

“Came in a for headlight change” 🤣🤣🤣 Love these videos, keep it up

[@petyrkowalski9887]

Great update as ever. That E-type front end was based on the Norton « featherbed » frame design.

[@haitchkay]

I have a featherbed Norton and I never knew that. Amazing!!!

[@cme2cau]

I didn't know that, but it makes sense. How many Tritons and Norvins were made back in the day?

[@karlreynolds8067]

Superb I love these stage by stage restorations. The old Lamborghinis really where quirky things

[@peteranderson7497]

Ian, I was interested to hear your story about the use of CNC machine tools for the manufacturing of the Lamborghini Uracco’s engine. Lamborghini was not the first manufacturer to use this technology. Wikipedia tells me that the Lamborghini Uracco was made between 1972-79. Contemporaneously, the Leyland P76 was made in Australia from 1973-75. I was a production engineer, working at Leyland Australia, with responsibilities for many P76 components. We were intending to use 5 axis CNC machining centres (made by Repco (as in Repco/Brabham F1) in Melbourne) to machine engine blocks and gearbox cases. As an aside, the P76 uses a variation on the Rover 3.5 ltr V8 which itself was derived from an earlier Buick V8. Both these engines were made using traditional transfer machines. The use of Repco CNC machine tools promised cheaper costs for tooling and greater flexibility in parts machining. From memory it was planned to have 8 or 9 machines and allocate them between parts depending on demand. A further aside, I had previous experience using the Repco 5 axis CNC machine when I worked at Lane Cove Engineering in Sydney. There it was used for high precision general machining work, including aircraft engine assembly jigs for QANTAS airlines. We were all so excited the day that our first Repco machine was to be delivered. As the crane was lifting it off the back of the delivery truck its clutch gave out and our new machine fell three or four metres to the concrete floor, braking its frame. This through our whole tooling/testing regime into disarray and we were forced to quickly acquire the old Buick transfer machine and modify it for our much larger engine. Yet another sad story in the P76’s short but chequered history. But the fact remains that except for the failure of a crane’s clutch, Lamborghini AND Leyland Australia might have been using CNC machine tools for engine manufacturing in the early 1970’s. I really like your videos, thanks for all your good work. Regards, Peter

[@tarmacscratcher]

Too many vehicles are over restored. I like your philosophy.... it's only original once. I love it. Thank you. 👍😊

[@iain_tyrrell]

And thank you! Much appreciated.

[@nicboyes7118]

Bravo Iain, you are a conservator 👌

[@panagiotisharos9625]

Congratulations.. regards from Athens Greece..

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@philneilmcintyre8337]

Another excellent production by Mr T

[@dlicen]

Excellent video, as usual. This is maybe the most informative channel on car restoration on YT. Keep it up, Ian, thank you.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you so much!

[@paulwilkinson6463]

Fascinating, interesting, relaxing, thank you.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

"We're a working garage" .... Yes, and exactly that is why I look at every single Tyrell's workshop videos while I do only peek into Jay's garage (or comparable garage clips) once in a year or two ....

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! You might also like to check out my Instagram, I have started posting more pictures from the workshop.

[@manfredschmalbach9023]

@@iain_tyrrell 👍

[@djd8305]

So impressive that Ian hasnt forgotten his roots, as a 'mere' mechanic - all be it trained by RR. He seems to have tremendous rapport with the guys who actually do the work.

[@randalhuseby]

Great work! Always enjoy the updates! And can’t wait to see the finished E type.

[@michaelfraser5723]

Yes, i think E type Jaguars must have marketed themselves, because everyone loves them.

[@tembafire]

Loved the shots of the tool sets & wooden Snap on garage creeper! The tools that are used for restoration are as interesting as the cars.

[@39PSIOnTheDaily]

Seeing those Bentley S2 seats reminds me of what I use to rejuvenate my leather seats/dash in my classic cars - aloe cream. I use Hawaiian Tropic Lime Coolada Aloe Vera Cream, and I let it sit for about a day at room temp, then wipe it off. It leaves no grease, no film, and it soaks deep into the leather to bring back the softness and smoothness.

[@andyrbush]

For this nurd the E type update was superb, thank you. Unbelievable craftsmanship on the metal.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@csnelling4]

🎉Thank you Iain for the catch up 👍🍷

[@kwato]

Love these catch up videos

[@iain_tyrrell]

Great to know you enjoyed it!

[@nigelbarton7433]

Another outstanding video Iain and absolutely fascinating insights on the S2 connolly leather (what a masterpiece of craftsmanship) and from James on the E-Type!! the best automotive workshop channel bar none !!

[@OldLien1]

Thank you, for your time doing they's videos Ian there are a lot of people who enjoy them

[@iain_tyrrell]

Great to know that you enjoy them - thanks!

[@markkerry5840]

Simply wonderful, as always. Thanks Iain and team

[@lindaoffenbach]

Seeing this a day later, however whatever might have been in-between I must have had a look since the quality here is genuinely the pinnacle for the avid classic car breed. Thank you so much again 🥰

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! 🤩

[@Neil2022]

What fantastic craftsmen these guys are.

[@Chris-td4yd]

Thanks Ian It’s always a pleasure 👍🇬🇧

[@heckmacbuff]

Can't wait to see that Bentley!

[@miamimo70]

Artisans on show, great video

[@davidbailey533]

Fantastic to watch and it shows why a proper restoration takes so long as In e types case with all the metal work that is needed well done and keep up the amazing work

[@brianwhittington5086]

The E Type has never been an easy car for restoration. They rot everywhere and even when new there was a lot of hand-made process in the way the body was put together. There's a fair bit of lead loading to shape the welded joints, and even up the panel gaps.

[@michaelguerin56]

Thank you. Nice video and … a wake-up call to prospective buyers.

[@wernerdanler2742]

I ran NC (numerical control) machines back in the 70s and 80s. The tapes started out as paper like a teletype machine tape. Then they started using mylar. They then went to CNC where they could load the program into the machine with floppy discs. They later went to doenloading directly from a mainframe computer directly to the machine. I assume they still do that. I had to edit a few programes the engineers got wrong and couldnt figure out their own errors. I loved one upping them. 😅😂

[@dafalzonAUS]

lain you have such vast knowledge on cars you must write a book, what you know is so important, bring what you know from different car companies, interviews all in one book

[@scotty6346]

Iain's knowledge and presentation is top class! 👌

[@ViG0RuS]

Just fantastic to see the detail of what lies beneath.

[@alang6238]

I could listen to this man talk about cars all day, his passion shines through.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, I do my best! Great to know you enjoy it.

[@tsb3093]

@@iain_tyrrell I’ll second that but can I just correct you on one thing…”light years ahead”…..I’m sure you know that a light year is a unit of distance (about 5.88 trillion miles) not of time….although we knew what you meant. Joan Baez made the same mistake when she wrote “a couple of light years ago” in Diamonds and Rust.

[@scottbailey5644]

Enjoyed it I did!

[@donovanf1]

Another quality video Iain. When you restore a car it really is done properly which is so good to see

[@keithskelton5596]

A great education Many thanks 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿✌🏼

[@3ducs]

The Jaguar brings back memories. I did three of those bodies in 1998, sills, floors, bulkheads, all that stuff. Jaguar build quality was spotty back in the day. I'm in process of buying a '16 F-Type now, from videos of them being built now they are worlds better than when resentful strikers were sort of assembling them.

[@Torfun177]

Absoltely brilliant channel. Thank you for sharing all the fascinating technical and historical detail on the cars. The Schwarzwald Miura Project is quite exciting, I would love to see Iain doing the test drive up and down the Schauinsland, near its old home

[@iain_tyrrell]

Now that would be something. I'm tempted!

[@johnblunt1834]

The E-Type. I remember a friend had one of these in the mid seventies. Pale blue if I remember right. Fair condition, but it already had signs of rot problems. He didn't pay much for it. Fuel at 2/6 and restoration garages unheard of. It's lucky any of them survived! From a time where free design ruled and safety issues were catered for at the designers discretion. Such beautiful things back then! I do enjoy your posts. The leather seat is a joy to see. It will come back...

[@iain_tyrrell]

So glad to know you enjoyed it. We really cherish these survivors.

[@keithgarland3404]

Mouthwatering machinery, master craftsmen and commentary and insights from the Very knowledgeable Mr Tyrrell

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, that's so kind.

[@shmac96]

Your channel and what your present is gold to me and something I yearned for when I was a teenager. This is better than any high school or university class or presentation. Unfortunately, too late for me to become an exotic car mechanic/technician but enjoy your videos tremendously nonetheless. Cheers!

[@iain_tyrrell]

I'm so glad to know that you really enjoy it - thank you!

[@monkeymansean2]

The e type engine cradle is made from Reynolds 531 alloy tubing (a lot of wonderful steel bikes were made from the same product) and I’m told if it’s rusty you shouldn’t weld it, but replace it 😅