Jaguar E-Types- rust bucket or work of genius? | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

[@mcashnv]

Thank God there are rich people today willing to spend the money to restore these. A labor of love. They have preserved these cars for another 100 years. If we have another 100 years.

[@roadie3124]

I give extra thanks to the ones that drive them and don't just hide them away in temperature and humidity controlled vaults. The guy who towed a Bentley GT3 on a trailer behind a vintage Blower Bentley is my hero.

[@Paul_F_C]

My Sundays are always good when I’ve watched both Harry’s garage and this channel and got my fix of ole school KZbin 😀😀

[@vintagevinylvets1187]

Totally agree!👍

[@alexlang5649]

That blue paint on that e-type is absolutely gorgeous!

[@ivorj4715]

Just like Iain's jumper !

[@iainmcglynn833]

Another masterclass

[@roadie3124]

Yes, I think that it suits the shape of the car very well. I remember riding my (push) bike into the car park of our local velodrome, around 2002, when there was a restored E-Type in the same blue. I can remember thinking that it brought out the beauty of the rear end very well. Very callipygian.

[@mythrusthelema]

Sundays are not complete without my Tyrrell's Classic nerdy bits😊

[@paulelverstone8677]

When you see just the bare shell, without any dressing, you can really see what a pure shape this car is. It's easy to get blase about e-types because it's the quintessential show queen but there's no denying the beauty in these things. Great work from Prestige. Even the ancillaries and subframes look wonderful.... *don'tpaintbolts* :o)

[@nevillewilliams]

I agree entirely with the nut & bolt treatment - the look is just so much better & as Ryan notes, everytime you undo the bolts, it makes a mess of them. Many years ago a friend and I, both had fairly tired Daimler SP250's - not quite in the E-Type league tho' 🙁 We nut & bolt rebuilt them. My friend was in the aviation industry, and the cars being imperial, were put together with all manner of beautiful aircraft nuts, bolts, hardware etc - all unpainted.

[@ianashton1593]

With all of the water traps and zero rust protection it’s amazing there are any E Types left in existence at all. Fascinating video as always 👍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@briandurning9211]

Iain, I sincerely appreciate these "interviews" or collaborations with the other shops that highlight their expertise and provide us with additional insight into the cars and their manufacturers.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you. Feedback appreciated

[@oohmeconkers1968]

A friend of mine had a drophead in the mid 70’s. He bought it cheap and he remembers it being cosmetically good from 20 feet away but it had suffered from years of abuse. He fell in love with this thing and bought it with little research into its history or indeed its condition. Very long story short he drove around for the winter months roof up and mostly by himself. Along comes the summer and the roof comes down. He takes a young lady on a date and she’s very happy getting collected in the seemingly stunning car. When arriving at the pub my friend being a chivalrous kind of chap leapt out to assist his date out of the car and opened her door. As his door was open the the roof was down the car pretty much split in half. He tried to close the doors but they were miles out of alignment. In the end they both sat in it and got a few blokes to help push and pull it back into alignment… The thing was eaten away by rust and was only fit for the scrap!! He often gets teary eyed over that car but at the time it was just a used old car with little value . I don’t think a second date was forthcoming either!! He is a Wirral lad too Iain!

[@iain_tyrrell]

lol….. great story. You can take the lad out of the Wirral, but you can’t take Wirral out of the lad!

[@simonelliott5956]

What a fabulous job Ryan does, good to see such a high standard.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you- he is a “find”

[@reddermot]

The best things do indeed come in small packages. I can reference my wife for this! It is also a statement that mothers use from time to time. Perhaps it resonates with me particularly as my vertical dimensions equate to 5'7". The little gems of information are the reason I keep following this channel. Who knew that floorpan design solutions could be interesting?

[@PorscheRacer14]

Alright Ian, I'm sure you're not just targeting me with an opening shot of gorgeous E-Types in blue and then wearing a blue shirt, just to suck me in. Really though, I love hearing about and seeing the techniques and old labour used to bring shape to these rolling works of art. Thank-you for showcasing the skill and talent keeping these dreams alive for another generation to admire.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Pleasure- thank you

[@e-type_driver]

Once again a very interesting video, especially for an E-Type owner. The Moss box was on the early 3.8 L cars, the later Series 1 car with the 4.2 engine had the syncro gearbox.

[@Matteo_Licata]

In 2008, I rented a red Series II E-Type roadster from a chap in the Cotswolds and drove it around for a week. I loved every minute of it, but what surprised me the most was how water-tight the hood was. Being a 1960s British roadster, I was expecting the roof to be useless as it was on the Spitfire I owned at the time. Instead, it did its job very well!

[@timgosling6189]

You mentioned rust protection. Many years ago Car Magazine ran an article on affordable classics. They picked up an E-Type coupe from the now disappeared ‘Autodrome’ classic car dealer behind King’s Cross and drove it to the West Country. In the rain on the M4 the driver started to get a wet right leg. An inspection showed the rubber seal at the front was missing, as was the metal flange it should have been fitted to. They looked further and underneath the very shiny paint there was so much rust that, to quote: “If it hadn’t been a coupe it would have broken in half!”

[@iain_tyrrell]

Not the first time I’ve heard that about an E

[@paulzon]

In comparison to Ferraris etc that were several times the price new, the E-Type offered so much car for the money that they just couldn't afford to build them / quality control them properly, there was no margin. Having said that, very expensive Italian jobs from those days were also far from perfect sometimes.

[@steveluck9541]

Had a subscription to Car Magazine at the time remember that review very well. Seem to remember problems with the screen misting up and the engine overheating.

[@stevem7868-y4l]

My FAV car of ALL time, it looks like its doing 100 mph standing still

[@BarryRudge]

In 1976 I sold a 1970 on an H suffix series two roadster with chrome W.W. and a factory hard top finished in powder blue for £1300. A beautiful car in above average condition, If only we were blessed with hindsight. And can even remember the guys address minus house number. It was certainly one of those "Sellers regret" episodes.

[@bernardwarr4187]

Not particularly my up of tea, I personally prefer something more quirky, but a very enjoyable and interesting video. Fascinating to hear and see the difference. Particularly the length of the doors and the small details. Great to see the suspension components. Obviously fantastic workmanship, both Tyrell’s and the Cheshire Coach work too! Who wouldn’t want one in there collection

[@NicholasRumney]

An interesting observation re WW2. Things like ailerons when sent to RAF squadron had to be fine tuned by fitters. Luftwaffe squadrons had to send planes back. hence our repair cycle was faster and quicker back in the air. Less production engineering at UK level just like lead filling E types but it worked back then

[@isalmankhan1]

Boy Jaguar E Type what an honor, never seen it so close on-screen, enjoyed every second of this episode wish it could be more😅 Thanks for sharing Sir IAIN, Stay Blessed🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you- you too!🙏

[@patriottothecore6215]

Iain, the S1’s did have synchro gearboxes. When they introduced the 4.2 engine update in 1964, they also deleted the Moss box and put in the new one. Also the brakes were improved significantly.

[@Marc-oe1hg]

Beautifully done! I always liked the E Type! Thank you for going into these delightful details. Ian and Ryan, you should go have a beer and chat about the British car history... Just make sure to let the camera roll. I am looking forward to the next video...

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@Mr.Higginbotham]

I never really cared much being across the pond but as taste buds change... I like the look of the series 2. Thanks Tyrrell for another great show!

[@nigeldewallens1115]

The was dare I say, riveting to listen to! Please, please, if you can, double the length as I just love to hear about the structor of older cars! As It is lovely to appreciate the skill of the level of workmanship you folk can put into the restoration of an old car! I saw it with my dad's ahem 😉Capri back in the eighties! So if you can do more on the beautiful Jag please do thank you!

[@iain_tyrrell]

See what we can do. Thanks

[@nigeldewallens1115]

@@iain_tyrrell You must forgive me not responding quickly! I only just found your message!! It is truly fascinating to see the level you guys go to!

[@roadie3124]

Jaguar did some good stuff. I think that the brilliant rear end of the E-Type had an equivalent in the front end of the XJ-6. I was a poor university student, hitching from Edinburgh back to Cambridge in 1968 after a very necessary visit to my girlfriend, when I was picked up by a guy in a brand new 2.8 XJ-6. I was used to Jaguars. One of my uncles had a "Mk 1" 3.4 in the late 1950s. My parents had Mk 2s since 1961. I'd driven thousands of Km in Germany and to to Italy and back again. I knew what Jaguars felt like. But this XJ-6 was different. Unbelievable smooth. No engine vibrations. My girlfriend's father had a mid 1960s 300SEL and another uncle had a two-door Silver Shadow, cars with a reputation for smoothness. This XJ-6 was much better. Blew my mind. A note about rust. Mk 2 Jaguars had a problem with rust st the bottom of the doors. Dried, powdered leaf remnants and other debris could be washed down from the windows to collect at the bottom of the doors. The result was rust. There were small slots at the bottom of the doors where you could insert a probe to clear out the debris and the water. The owner's handbook described the process and included it in the maintenance procedures. I wonder how many owners actually did it. We did and we never had rust problems.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes, important for sure. The handbook even mentioning it- priceless!

[@shankarbalan3813]

Came late to the channel this week. But thank you very much for this video. It is true that these Jaguars are really superb. I remember an E Type in 2014-2015 or so, being displayed as an Automotive work of art, at the Museum of Modern Art in NYC. And once long ago, sometime in 2006 or 2007 I encountered a Senior Gent, posing with his E Type in front of the Spitfire Aircraft which used to be on display in front of the RAF Hendon Museum in London. This channel is a real pleasure.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you indeed!

[@NigeUK007]

Hard not to love the E type. Such a great design, and very Jaguar. Ryans a top fella, the paint and prep work is flawless. Great to watch.

[@nelsonglover3963]

Some friends and I were poking around at the green drag racing E-Type (original straight 6 with nitrous) at Santa Pod over the summer, and were convinced that the front bulkhead/front subframe couldn't be original due to their complexity, but lo and behold they were!

[@jerrygerza7565]

My family had a "sneaky" parking place just outside Cromer town centre in Norfolk. Years later I found out it was the road on which Malcolm Sayer was born and raised. There is a rather discrete bronze plaque on this design genius's house. Worth a visit! 🤓

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@lamarw9901]

Well timed, I caught a Series 3 (I believe, bigger bumpers, thank you US DOT) jump on the highway at night last Friday top down enjoying the break in the Georgia heat. A bit of a surprise, coming up to the red light I knew the headlights were older, round, and low which caught my eye. Then see it turn across the intersection. I took more delight in that than the new McLaren or Lambo running around. Had no idea they were on torsion bars. As always love the tech and backstory.

[@larumpole]

Thank you for featuring the E-Type in one of you excellent videos. I fell in love with the E-Type in my childhood as a result of watching a TV show called 'Dee Time.' I think it was one of England's first talk shows hosted by the eponymous Simon Dee - the 'bad boy' of the BBC. The closing credits of the show had Simon racing around London in a white E-Type and ending up at the West London Air Terminal on the Cromwell Road, where he screeches to a halt and a blonde in a mini skirt wearing knee-high platform boots, jumps into the E-Type and off they go... My goal in life was to have an E-Type, and I have one ever since I was able to afford a used one. Would it do 150MPH? The answer is, yes but not for extended periods, and only if it's in proper tune and the front end is tight. Summer hols were mostly in the South of France and it was only fun if you drove there. I used to prefer driving at night as the lower temperatures meant my Series 1.5 convertible did not overheat, there was less traffic, and the Gendarmerie were not much of a factor if you wanted to exceed the speed limit on the French Autoroutes. Which I religiously did. My car was not particularly special but it did have a low (or is it high?) ratio diff, so at 1,000 RPM in fourth, I was doing roughly 27-28 MPH. The tach on my car had a red zone from 5,000 to 5,500 RPM, and the understanding was you could go to 5,500 but not for long. So, if you do the math, 5.5 x 28 = 154MPH, and my car was rock solid at 120 - 130 MPH, and I would occasionally push it up to an indicated 150 MPH mostly to prove that could do it. But it was not comfortable at that speed, the concentration was intense, and the vibration through the steering numbed your hands - either that or I was gripping the steering wheel too much! There is much dersion over Jaguar's claimed top speed for the E-Type, and it is fair to say that it takes a car in right condition with the right configuration to do 150 MPH. Many were neither one nor the other. My current E-Type is a S2 going through a resto mod where the engine will have a 6,000 redline, so 150 MPH won't be a problem - the lack of a road in the USA to use it will be. At one time or another, I've owned or certainly driven most of the cars you feature, including a Fiat 130 Coupe and Porsches (I don't think you've done a video on a 911 or 928), but the E-Type has been a constant in my life, and for good reason.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks very much for your real- world experiences. I’m sure the car will be something special when completed

[@ivorroundlobe5036]

Reynolds 531 tubing for the engine cradle and was brazed not welded, and it was the same tubeing as used for the manx nortons featherbed frames.

[@iain_tyrrell]

And rather expensive push bikes if memory serves…..

[@volkerkonig9376]

I saw a quite interesting youtube dealing with the engine cradle of an US- E-type restorer short time ago. He pointed out that because there where no rost- proof procedures originally INSIDE the tubes they are all severe weakened after so many years. So he adviced to use new engine- cradles which come in the same dimensions outside but with thicker and even better tube- material. And of course you should use rust- protection also INSIDE.

[@roygardiner2229]

@@iain_tyrrell Well, perhaps when compared to more basic Raleighs like my Raleigh Grand Prix which has high carbon steel tubes but not the 531 ones used on the Raleigh Super Course.

[@chrisd924]

Passion - Knowledge - Quality - I salute you Mr Tyrrell and thank you for bringing us such a lovely channel.

[@urbo42]

My Mom's cousin Jack had a black 63 Coupe. It was amazing. He then traded into a new yellow 66 OTR. I liked the coupe better because the wire wheels really popped against the black.

[@ronnielloyd4676]

Superb finish on these shells!

[@anthonywaller4911]

I worked at a company that inspected the XJ40 bodyshell for Ford after they bought Jaguar. As I remember, NONE of the body panels were to drawing.

[@michaelmartin2832]

Cheshire Prestige has a fantastic operation with the knowledge and care exhibited by Ryan and company taking Ian's work over the top. Oh, how I wished there was a paintwork shop like Cheshire stateside!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@bolkoschuseil7484]

Again a phantastic video with absolute specialists talking details you would hardly hear or get anywhere else - although I have to admit my (german) english was quite stressed due to Ryan's accent! Nonetheless - thanks a lot, I can't await the next footage (and language test 😅) !

[@Andy_Holbrook332]

Listening to level of geekiness (knowledge) from these two is just incredible!

[@norton750commando]

Seeing all the bits in the factory white colour, sitting around on the painting jigs, it almost looks like one of the old Airfix model airplane kits I used to make just waiting to be cut from the molding trees. The E-Type is one of the most spectacularly beautiful cars ever made. I can remember 40 years ago you could pick up a ratty one for around 5000 bucks Canadian. Basket cases sitting in a yard were around 1 to 2 grand. A guy I know has a Series 2 in mint condition and he just had to get it appraised for his insurance, $125,000 now.

[@awalk5177]

This was really interesting. I can remember the days when you could buy and E type for about 1000 pounds, probably a very abused model and full of newspaper and putty, but back in the late 1960's I also saw and Aston Martin DB2 for sale for 120 pounds. How times and attitudes to body repairs have changed, thank goodness.

[@bernardwarr4187]

I remember being on holiday, as boy in the early 80’s on Jersey and one was up for sale, it had 999 painted on it! Definitely was a project car lol

[@SodapopTheOutsider]

Can't wait to see those three beauties finished up and taken out for a test drive. Thanks for another great video, Iain..All the best to you and Ryan!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@0kcid1]

Been waiting a while for you to cover the etype....worth the wait. Glad you mentioned the rarity of the original RHD Series II...Keep up the excellent work.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you, and a pleasure

[@andylaws4247]

The Series 1 4.2 E-Types as well as Series 2 were fitted with all synchromesh boxes when fitted with manual gearboxes. The 3.8s had the Moss box.

[@larumpole]

I think Jaguar realized that it was cheaper for them to manufacture their own gearbox than buy from Moss (which I think was one of Sir David Brown's companies) and the result was a cheaper all synchromesh gearbox with almost exactly the same 1st gear whine.

[@seandavie3672]

I'd suggest Australia has a big chunk of those RHD series 2 since rust wasn't such an issue. Series 1.5 is my favourite!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Very possible

[@AlsETypeResto]

I have one of three consecutive chassis number 1970 coupes in Old EnglishWhite that were delivered new to the Australian dealer Brysons. They have all had restoration work done but very minimal compared to what I see on KZbin. Panel wise, all mine needed were are pair of front floor dishes. The rest of the floors and sills are original. There were a number of minor repair patches welded in here and there, so yes, I believe our climate has helped save these cars. I attended a classic car show on the 60th anniversary of the E Type and there were around 70 E Types in attendance. They seem to be very common indeed. Note, only 107 S2 Coupes were delivered to Australia.

[@vanlifenomad]

Work of genius for the E-type and the guys still working on them for me Iain. I never made it owning one but the E-type and Jenson Intercepter are on on my bucket list to own. great chanel.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@ruutbianchi4358]

Weren't the very first E-Types with flat floors and external bonnet catches? Always nice to here of these special cars, thanks for sharing Iain!🤔😍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes indeed. They also had separate sections with the bonnet-top grilles welded in, whereas the later cars had the louvres made in the skin itself.

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

I have always lusted after a series II E type. One of the most beautiful cars ever built. In Canada they were $4,500 new in the 60's which was the price of my father's 1960 Buick. I wish he had got the E type.

[@Franzino]

Why a series II and not a series I ?

[@thebuzzard8044]

There is so much more to talk about with these cars this dicussion only skims the surface. Jaguar were continually improving the e type almost monthly not just between the different Series. The overheating issue was more a problem with the 4.2 engines which did need an improved cooling system. The earlier 3.8 engines keep pretty cool even in queuing traffic. Nice paint jobs!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you. We could talk for hours!

[@heckmacbuff]

Old English White with blue interior is going to look wonderful.

[@robertharris7027]

17:58 This is an issue the Italians did build in as well, even more refined, I believe. My 124 Fiat Spiders ('73 and '76) had a small water collecting funnel below the rear side window (which folds away with the roof). There was a tiny hose to lead the water downwards - directly in the sill. Really clever. But at least they had a learning process: Later on at the Pininfarina Eurospider - maybe on the US model as well - they decided to make these hoses longer and come out at the rear axle.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Progress indeed! But very typical

[@danpatterson8009]

Can't help but think of American hot rods of the 1960s that so often boasted a "Jaguar rear end". Had to come from somewhere...

[@pt99810]

Fascinating technical detail with clear explanations. Quality in those days was really doubtful. Very well done, thank you. So, no change there then!

[@chrisbanks5925]

Definitely a work of art . . . beautiful cars.

[@r-a-t-m5805]

Great video on a car that is close to my heart. Azure blue is such a beautiful and rare color. (Only found on 73-74 S.3 cars) Flashy in bright sunshine - elegant and classy in the evening. I love it.

[@jonjoyce3188]

Fascinating stuff thanks, always good to be reminded my Triumph Herald wipers run off a ser2 E-Type fan motor! 😆

[@AlsETypeResto]

Those motors were a pretty versatile item and used everywhere

[@Tristanbirdyt]

Good morning Mr Tyrrell Another wonderful video with the amount of expert knowledge is just brilliant thank you so much for these videos. I’m always learning new things which I thoroughly enjoy and it’s about classic cars which I absolutely love. Hope you have a wonderful week. Thank you so much. Tristan

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you Tristan- sorry for the late reply

[@Tristanbirdyt]

@@iain_tyrrell absolutely no worries you’ve got to concentrate on running the business KZbin come 2nd to the business

[@theretoocs]

That creamy white bodyshell just looks perfect-I have this urge to now eat a tub of vanilla ice-cream.

[@ohgodlemmein]

Jay leno, Iain tyrrell and Harry. At some point this needs to happen in Jay's garage.

[@iain_tyrrell]

I did reach out to Mr Leno’s team about doing a charity event, but alas nothing. Maybe some time. You never know

[@SimonDootson]

Fantastic content as always. Superb to see such amazing craftsmanship. As a lifetime aerospace engineer supplying both Airbus and Boeing I’m afraid your comment about Airbus quality is some way off the mark though. Id love to have you and Ryan cast your magic on my 964 RS. 👍

[@stephengirling7859]

The tree growing in my back garden during the 60's grew through an MG TD. My older brother 'abandoned' it there when it broke down and he couldn't give it away!

[@Penguinracer]

The Series 3 was always just crying out to have faired-in headlights - something which is feasible now with modern lighting technology. A 5 speed gear box is also another lovely addition to the V12 (Tremec TKX).

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes, the lighting change was due to laws in the U.S. prohibiting any sort of screen over the headlights

[@michaelguerin56]

Thank you Iain and Ryan for an education and amusing video.

[@stco2426]

Amazing. Always great to hear from Ryan, too.

[@darrylr]

Oh such lovely workmanship. recollection of growing up a kid in the late 1970s and the guy down the end of the street with at times two or three E types that he had in various stages of disassembly and repair, some covered with tarps. I used to walk past his house just to look at the cars. It would be great to have Ian/others talk about zinc galvanizing and whether to do it or not/why on these restorations.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks. We don’t zinc galvanise- not necessary with modern finishes

[@paulcharlesworth319]

Only when you see the work needed to produce this stunning paint job, do you appreciate the skill, craftmanship and time invo;lved.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@larsjrgensen5947]

Airliner wing attachments are not predrilled before final assembly - you have temperature differences at the different manufacturing plants.

[@thoosedeloose]

Ryan/CPP; well done! When cars become exquisite art.

[@Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab]

I had to smile Iain, as I had a Porsche Taycan for a day in June and I made the same comment about the seemingly non-aero headlight design...almost like an air scoop!? Great vid as usual! 👍🏻

[@paulboyle6857]

Extraordinary to think that the Ferrari GTO had basically the same suspension setup as a Ford Cortina especially at the rear so the E-Type IRS assembly was from another world in 1961! Later in the 70,s this was "de riguer" for any self respecting hot/street rodder given that you could find them in breakers for around £50,happy days!

[@CauliflowerMcPugg]

Fascinating, and what a wonderful paint job, absolutely beautiful.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you very much!

[@jk3838]

The Porsche Taycan has one of the most efficient aero design of any current Porsche. The Cd value is 0.22 The headlamp surround forms part of the 'air curtain' which channels air flow around the front wheels

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for that

[@donkeywhistler]

This is history, watching this channel

[@karstensiegmarsson5304]

In Germany in the 40´s, we had glasses for motorcyclists that contained no glasses, just a tube frame, some metal tube to the riders head to seal it off. The trick was, the air would build up pressure in those eye-tubes when driving, preventing dirt and insects getting in the eye, without staining glasses and affecting the eyesight. My grandfather had one of those, always been a strange idea to me when I was young. But it worked, at least he explained it to me that way... Maybe that was Porsche´s idea of that recessed headlight architecture...

[@gerritleemburg6777]

A Jaguar E type, preferably a series one, like the DB 4 Aston Martin (GT) are my absolute dream cars. I enjoyed this very much.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@johndavey72]

Good evening Iain. I'm part way through restoring my '66 2+2 .The monocoque is finished and painted and l'm just about to reassemble the bonnet !!! But from a complexity point of view my TR6 has been far more challenging , not only do you have to rebuild a very complex tub but you then have to rebuild a very rusty chassis , fit the tub and then fit all the opening panels ! Regarding the spaceframe bolts . I've painted the bulkhead bolts and left the picture frame to spaceframe bolts unpainted . You're quite correct about lead loading the door apertures to "gap" the doors . I must say that l was fortunate that after l rebuilt the door frames and fitted the new doorskins , the O/S needed very little dressing but the N/S was a bit of a nuisance ! As always lain , look forward to your video's , very much !😊

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@406gto]

Really sweet e-Types and of course CPP doing a great job putting the cherry on the TCW metalwork! You mentioned the Taycan - I wonder if those air inlets are to help cool the battery pack - as that vehicle is a full BEV if I remember correctly.

[@rekleif]

With no rust protection, you would think South African and Australian cars make up the bulk of the early E-Types that survived, unless the owner lived close to the coast. But there were probably way less road salt in the UK in the 60's? Here in Norway and especially in Sweden, everything not galvanized rust like it's a sport. Another great video Iain, thanks a lot. God bless and lots of love from Norway.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you. Bless you too

[@williambrandt9254]

Thanks for another wonderful and informative video! Ryan does first class work. I always thought Sir William Lyons was a master at giving value for money in a car. You know these cars better than me but I've always compared the type to an Aston Martin DB 5. I've considered the E type to be its equivalent at half the price Is there anyway that the DB 5 is superior to the JAG other than exclusivity? Same basic engines, same basic carburetion. In the US the engine always got a bad rep but I think it was the marginal cooling system and electrical system that gave it so much trouble. I think the actual engine was near bulletproof. At least they made it for over 20 years which tells you something. Besides the old Lucas jokes there was the question of how many Jaguars does one need? Answer: two because one is always in the shop I can remember people would substitute a small block Chevy for the engine. I had a neighbor with a beautiful yellow series 2 and a 351 Ford V8 in it The conversion was so good it actually looked factory Then I think for those purists there were many upgrades to make it more compatible with our hotter climates I think they would put Delco alternators in it. Bigger radiators. I was 11 years old when the E type came out and I remember what I hit it was Perhaps one could say it made about as big as splash as the original Mercedes-Benz 300 SL in 1954 I'd always heard that from a performance angle the 3.8 was actually better than the 4.2. Any truth to that? I think a lot of the series 2 came about from the US government 1968 regulations which killed among other icons the Austin Healey 3000 and the cobra Of course AC continued to turn them out in the UK But give me a series one with those three SU carburetors and those toggle switches What a cool car and I actually thought that the coupe was a bit better looking than the roadster When I was 14 my idea of entertainment was to take the bus downtown and sit in one of those beautiful E types The salesman enjoyed the conversation and tolerated me cause I had the sense to discreetly leave the showroom on a perspective customer came in And one of them was nice enough to give me a ride and one for my 16th birthday. It was a 63 British racing green roadster If KZbin would allow pictures to be uploaded I'll show you a proud boy and a coat and tie sitting in that roadster Anyway thanks again and convey our feeling to Ryan of the quality of work he does on these cars

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for your comments. The DB6 has a hand- built alloy body whereas the E was steel. The Aston also had full leather where the only leather in Jaguars was on the seat faces.

[@MisterChips]

One thing I'd like to point out is that in my experience in aviation, the Boeing vs Airbus anecdote is quite the opposite; any replacement panels, doors, etc. that go on a Boeing - especially a 737 - need a lot of hand-fettling to actually get to fit properly, whereas Airbus parts just bolt up with no issue.

[@-DC-]

Same in my experience Airbus really build the Airframe to a very high quality where as some of the Boeing/Spirit Workmanship would leave people slack jawed.

[@paulgeraghty1448]

Apparently most Boeing workers would prefer not to fly in the plane they make. Signing off their own work?

[@mrkhan2983]

always treat to hear you Tyrrell ..

[@tompraska6858]

Yes, sir! I did enjoy it. Every minute of it! Rare for this kind of video.

[@user-gc1zn5mn4p]

Iain, you always have interesting variety in your videos--well done. :)

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@parrotraiser6541]

Those engine mounts would be very familiar to anyone who worked on a piston-engined fighter. The problem is essentially getting same: attaching a long, thin motor to the firewall of a monocoque fuselage/body.

[@john1703]

Alec Issigonis conceived both monocoque construction and torsion bar front suspension for the 1948 Morris Minor.

[@georgebettiol8338]

Lancia were the first to offer a monocoque chassis - it being the Lambda in 1922.

[@foweymarine1240]

I have just watched your fascinating video on the comparison of the three Jaguar series. May I respectively draw your attention to the renown Italian maker, Lancia. The B20 Aurelia had the first V6 engine installed in a production car, was of a monocoque construction (first introduced by Lancia in the V4 engine Aprilia in the 1930s!); had the differential, clutch, gearbox with 'in board brakes' and independent suspension initially mounted on a ‘live axil’ and subsequently on a De Dion axel, all designed and built starting in the 1950s. I mention this as after all the recent years of watching your various videos (for which I thank you) I cannot remember you ever mentioning Lancia or its engineering prowess or history which I think is a pity. I do hope I have my above facts right!!!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks. Yes we must do a Lancia sometime

[@mrfrosty42]

The bodywork restoration of old cars is the single biggest expensive - fit & finish are critical to a good restoration and that looks a very nice job.

[@grahamsmith8810]

RYAN'S WORK PERFECTION PERSONIFIED.

[@lindaoffenbach]

Wonderful intricate explanations about the E-type. Apparently, her quintessentialness (if there is such a word) and brilliant design and engineering brought quite some less elations. Personal for me, there is something about the E-type going against the general stream of opinions, lol. However, one certainly can't deny her iconic stance. I think it's the front-end which I've always found strangely oversized compared to the cabin. However, that's just me perhaps. Again, the E-type is a highly respected desirable classic for good reason. The way they have been designed and engineered is astounding. Thank you for this master class once again Iain 🙂

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too

[@michaeljb6779]

Fantastic body and paint Ryan…incredible cars..thanks for sharing!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@richardcarter1000]

I agree re not painting the bolts. They would have been painted but on mine, especially putting the bonnet back together, we use unpainted bolts. I prefer it, you can see the depth of the restoration more easily

[@N0b0d17]

Thanks a ton!. Would love to see a comparison between an E Type Coupe and a Ferrari 275 GTB. Can't help thinking the Jag was a wakeup call for Enzo.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Pleasure! Yes, Ferrari was in the dark ages when the E Type was announced. It took him years to catch- up.

[@andicog]

Sad to think there are so few series 2 roadsters left, had you travelled from Crosby towards Southport in the late 70's Iain ,there were 3 early E types just rotting up a path, they were worth so little back then.

[@EleanorPeterson]

"Grace, space and pace." And that's just Mr Tyrrell's workshop...

[@iain_tyrrell]

See what you did there…..

[@malcolm8938]

Another fascinating insight Ian. How good it would be for you to do a similar thing with the XK cars. I realise though that it all depends on what you have in for work.

[@iain_tyrrell]

One day. Thanks

[@markbray2988]

Yet another brilliant content video from Iain. Thank you Sir.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you

[@STANLIZ4]

Early cars didnt have colour matched engine frames, as a schoolboy, clearly remember seeing the frame and body being riddled to get them to go together, prior to bolting. Many didnt have topcoat on the underside, the priority was getting them out of the door!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks

My perfect car- Jag E-type series 1 ragtop in British racing green with a tan interior

[@rogerbyrne9040]

Although same price as heritage shell, your shell is more original which is very important. Heritage shells where available can be an option where originality is not the top goal. Lovely skilled restoration job on the e type shell.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you. Our point exactly. We have gone to great pains to restore the original shell to this standard. Far from the cheapest or simplest way, but the end result is worth it

[@bagpusslxv4858]

If you’ve got the money to pay for the labour, always nicer to think it’s the ‘original’ car, even though in many cases so much metal has been replaced that the Triggers broom concept might eventually become relevant 😂😂

[@paulgeraghty1448]

I'm certain Trigger still has the same broom.

[@originalforgery]

Way back in 1978 I was. as a young chap looking for a Jag. I was offered, by a family friend a series 1 E Type which had been restored but wanted paint and reassembly. A bit to much work for a young engineer apprentice who needed to be on the road rather than in the workshop. The serial number of that car was 860038. The 38th fixed head coupe in RHD off the line. The price was £750. I remind myself of that decision often.... Oh, bought a Mk2 instead - bloody awful.

[@iain_tyrrell]

We’ve all done it…..

[@danapeck5382]

Thanks! I'd never heard the Norton story, fun to know. All the best.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you too! Straight from Sir Jim Randle’s mouth. He was a legend