Formula 1 designer's daily driver is an adorable little Alfa Romeo Junior Zagato | KiaSS

Welcome back to KiaSS! Today's video is a bit more of a raw cut for you guys. Whilst at Gordon Murray Automotive recently, I grabbed 10 minutes with Gordon to chat about his awesome daily driver, this adorable Alfa Romeo Junior Zagato!

[@grahaminkpen5436]

I love Italy - Italians - The food - The architecture and above all their cars - that’s a brilliant modified junior. Just stunning. ❤

[@motorfab7014]

Grazie del pensiero

[@grahaminkpen5436]

@@motorfab7014 grazie

[@angeloah]

This guy is such a legend, never wavering or apologetic about his affinities with automobiles. Has such an amazing collection you’d never expect. Much awesomeness.

[@Matteo_Licata]

Gordon Murray's automobile taste is impeccable, just as one would expect from such a legendary designer. As a former automobile stylist and lifelong Alfa buff, the Junior Zagato is high up among my favorite Alfas: I love how advanced it was compared to most cars of the period, and Gordon's styling touches are perfectly judged. I'll never tire of seeing that car!

[@shabbos-goy9407]

Agreed!

[@laurentst3055]

Surprising to see a Zagato without the bulbs on the roof. Enjoyed watching the video. Two genuine enthusiasts ☺️

[@davidcharlesiannotti3800]

I agree, it is very odd to see a Zagato-designed car with a flat roof.😲

[@meanredspider]

Saw this car at Alfaholics and it was utterly stunning. Max and Andrew produce some stunning cars and this one is really special. The first time I saw a JZ, I couldn’t quite believe it was a 105 series because it looked so modern. So much detail in this car that Gordon has had Max do. I love this thing.

[@jerrywilliams3177]

Morning lovely lady. I so enjoy your visiting Gordon. He is such a brilliant man. His styling and engineering are amazing. What a beautiful little car . I think what I most like about Gordon he is so unassuming. Well done Jodie, like all your work it is so caring you are a gentle soul! Make it a great day, jw

[@Prodriver33]

Even the radiator is achingly beautiful 😍

[@Ingens_Scherz]

Such a dad-daughter chemistry between these two, sharing a pure love of the engineering of the car in its best forms. It's just lovely to watch!

[@tiguanman1170]

Lightweight is what I like most about Gordon and his favourite cars. Cars have got much heavier over the last 30 years so power has needed to increase then more use of dual-clutch transmissions to manage the power along with traction control etc. Just removes the driving enjoyment and skill requirement. Then you have EVs that sanitize driving even more and weight in a 2300 kg or more. Another excellent video, Jodie. Thank You!

[@ebinsuncle]

What a beauty! Gordon has such a fascinating history and eclectic collection

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

He really is such an interesting personality

[@Simone_85]

It is pleasure making this one for you. Feels so better in nothingness 🎉🎉🎉

[@LarryPanetta]

Indeed, Mr. Murray says correctly that small cars can pull off bright colors. His is spectacular!! My Junior Zagato is bright blue, and I love it!

[@gary5481]

Very proud of my fellow South African.

[@andrewnevermind4902]

He's a legend mate.

[@philtucker1224]

There are several famous South Africans that have contributed so much to advanced race design and technology, particularly in Formula one. - (I’m sure you could list them all) as I think one of the Ferrari F1 designer’s during Schumi’s glorious time was one of them? Was his name Barnard? 🤔..

[@gary5481]

@@philtucker1224 Rory Byrne.

[@BullyBoxer]

@@gary5481 he’s British mate . Scotch, parents working in South Africa . Same as me, British parents working in Wales, although I was born in Wales, but I’m British . 😂

[@spike7038]

@@BullyBoxer Scots……

[@pauled111]

What a superb little pocket rocket! Another wonderful episode, many thanks Jodie ❤

[@Scout-nj7xj]

The best badge in automotive history, ever - alfa romeo.

[@martinclapton2724]

Lovely. Just the business. Many motoring hacks always commented on the famed "Italian Driving position " in the day with the floor hinged pedals on 105 series cars, and the whole feeling of short legs , log arms ,very Nuvolari! My father had a 105 series Alfa Romeo 2000 Berlina and said he would have found the driving position most uncomfortable had been any taller. --as it was he was about 5ft 6 inches tall - so its still the car he talks about to this day , he had company cars after. Love all the Alfas from 1960s /70s /80s .Had a 1300 GT Junior myself ,1st of 5 Alfas

[@maverick9769]

Was having a really bad couple of days, then I see in the notifications a new video from KIASS. Simple and inspirational, thanks.

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Thanks for watching, Hope you have a great week 🥰

[@maverick9769]

@@KiddinaSweetShop Thanks,you bet. Appreciate it.

[@davidcharlesiannotti3800]

An odd, but very stylish Zagato-designed automobile. I love it!! Thanks for sharing Gordon's runaround Jodie. 🙏💚🔥💚🔥💚

[@imaweerascal]

That rear end really gives a hint of the Alfa Sprint to come.. and the Honda CRX which nicked a lot of the styling cues.

[@chrismiller001]

The Zagato really reminds me of a Honda CRX - may be Honda were "inspired" (ahem) by the Zagato ? Another great video Jodie - love this channel, always look forward to another vid after finishing work on a Monday. Gordon Murray absolute legend.

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Quite possibly Chris, Thanks for watching x

[@friktionrc]

I don’t know why, but for some reason after hearing all GM explained I was imagining this in yellow. Also, from the thumbnail I expected this to be some sort of resto-mod but this is far from it….this is just gorgeous and a proper ‘take’ on Junior. I can imagine lots of enthusiasts lusting after this thinking ‘ I wish I had thought of that!!’ Lol. As always, thanks for yet another superb vid JK :)

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@tocsa120ls]

Gordon's not wrong with that poor rust protection thing. I had a friend working at an Alfa restoration shop (not Alfaholics but they knew each other) and the boss came up with the idea to try to find and talk to the old craftsmen in Italy who built these. They organized it for two years, as you can imagine most of these people are only working on Helios' chariot now, but they managed a sit-down in a little tavern with like 3 guys. One revelation was the permanent rust issue over or near the sills; turns out Alfa was world leader in the same thing why BMW won't sell you a body in white - lawsuits, so Zagato (and Pininfarina, Frua, etc...) bought production Alfas (Fiats, Lancias) then _torch cut_ the body off and built their own. The join was where the rust started later.

[@mhiggins723]

Jodie may be my favourite motoring reporter at the minute,I have never seen such enthusiasm and genuine joy from all the cars and people she meets,keep it going girl!👍👍

[@bits2646]

The engine was a pinnacle of the video :) And the greens suits the Zagatos very well, I imagine something darker like british racing green, sth like AM zagato, but stunning anyway

[@edwinthompson159]

What a cool car! And Mr. Murray has suh a subtle style himself; not to mention he seems to be just a pleasnat man to be around - and you two get on so well. Nice video; I enjoyed that.

[@RaceJan]

Such a gorgeous adaptation. Very well done (both the car and the interview)!

[@ioanngeo006]

Your chanel,you and your videos with the cars and the personalities that you presenting.. wonderful, wonderful!

[@cmmb8521]

6:08 How is that a daily driver with an engine sooo clean? Such a beautiful car & great content for car enthusiasts. Always a good watch.

[@johnprince5931]

I love how personable these vids are becoming. Loving them all as always. Thanks 👍 xx

[@leolopezvalido1892]

Another great video Jodie! That Zagato compliments the original Junior shape so well.. The same can't be said, in my humble opinion, of their work on the exquisitely pretty original Lancia Fulvia. Horses for courses I suppose...

[@pasqualecuda5165]

Old school, I love it.much love from Australia 🇦🇺 😊

[@nicholasframe1415]

need a longer video on this, love it! Defo want to see a driving video of this!

[@PinkLloyd88]

One of the the most beautiful cars I’ve seen

[@DEZ1172]

That's a lovely restomod that don't look like one 👌 , stunning little thing 😍. Thanks for another great episode Jodie

[@liminal-m3g]

What exquisite styling, absolutely perfect! 🤩

[@SB-kw6oo]

A strong cup of coffee and an sweet automotive treat, thank you Jodie 💕

[@livingwithosteoarthritis.]

I love the door handles

[@vanlifenomad]

Another Gem Jodie, I've owned many old alfas nothing is the same

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

They're never uniform are they!

[@vanlifenomad]

@@KiddinaSweetShop Love hate relationship but i keep going back to Alfa! I'm looking for a Brera 3.2 V6 now. Gordon is a true gentleman petrolhead

[@KnowPorcelain1]

I love that about Gordon, great styling, not too much power, short wheel base, proper drivers car. I looked at the T.50 at Goodwood this weekend, what a great looking motor.

[@alexbelmonte4581]

Would you say T.50 is far more beautiful in person than in photos? Particularly in the rear?

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Love the T50!

[@KnowPorcelain1]

@@alexbelmonte4581 From the side profile and the front, yes. I am still pondering on the arse end, the Fan, like the McMurty, its going to take a little getting used to, but not ugly.

[@autorendersbyjdsc]

Marvellous! Love hearing about Gordons business ventures, but his passion for his personal cars is addictive!

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

it’s awesome! x

[@Modernicus]

Thank you! More Gordon, please!❤

[@backyardprojects9945]

This is the 3rd viewing of this vid. The Zagato profile reminds me so much of my GTV6, luv both.

[@andymercer8092]

Great video! Love the man, he is so precise in everything he does. 👍

[@MisterHughes]

That is exquisite. And the green is perfect.

[@PaulLeitnerWise]

Great video Jodie, as a designer I really respect Gordon's perspective. Oh and good to see you in heels ;-)

[@waynenichollsvoiceofanange8762]

What a little gem of a car , I’d have a problem getting in it , I wish I could the Alfa looked very low to the ground, oh by the way Jodie your jumper matches the colour of car 😂😂, the great video again 👏👏👏

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Thanks Wayne x

[@mermerac9610]

Zagato, Alfaholics, Gordon Murray , like I needed more reasons to respect the man.

[@FoMoCo123]

They used to say Enzo Ferrari drove to work in an Alfa. Now they can add Gordon Murray. Proves the point, you can't call yourself a petrol head without having owned an Alfa Romeo

[@thehumanoid6543]

From gumball 2003 to meeting gordon murray. You've come very far ms. kidd. Love your content. Love that you also appreciate 60's alfa's. As someone literally born in the early 2000's, I am the only one among my peers who like 60's alfas lmao

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

i appreciate anything with 4 wheels 😍

[@thehumanoid6543]

@@KiddinaSweetShop Even a kenworth truck then😉

[@henrikruckmann6321]

So small and with such amazing lines within a consistent form language. It has a balanced combo of sharp and curved shapes that really works. Loads of glass and an iconic rear that's just says: "Alfa".

[@AFFMotorsport]

A stunning car indeed. Thank you Jodie for showing us this one :)

[@sosonic12000]

Another amazing video … credit to you JK for feeding our immense appetite for iconic cars with truly iconic legends that mother them ❤

[@derekantill3721]

A real little gem, unusual color and an interesting story. ❤

[@ChrisSaddlerSam]

Mr Gordon, u simply RULE!!!!

[@eddvanzanten1255]

Ik ben verliefd ! Wat een fastische auto en de kleur groen. WOW

[@dalian1993]

Yet another beautiful sports car from Italy

[@simeonorive145]

I can see a 105 within that wildly different body just looking at the front track. What a lovely thing.

[@ShellieParker-sm1xy]

Perfection

[@robertlloyd7493]

Thank you for sharing your love of motoring 👍

[@AleksandrHalas]

It was tremendously exciting as always!!! ITS really wonderful car for LEOPOLIS GRAND PRIX

[@richardparkinson8651]

Quirky looking backend, those old classics never age❤

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Very!

[@bossboss787]

Gordon Murray is an alfista 🤩👍

[@markjohnson8352]

What a beautifully sorted thing

[@John_Wood_]

Murray has great taste and eye for detail. A master designer.

[@paulpeeters2356]

Wondering how it passed MOT, without mirrors... It is a brilliant piece of engineering. Congratulations 🎉

[@gordonsimpson3235]

'Pretty car' as Altabani famously said in the Italian Job.... Looks great in this colour too. Entertaining seeing Gordon unfold himself out of the car.

[@weesketchyhaggis5392]

that's is one of the coolest cars i've ever seen! that front is stunning! thank you for sharing

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Thanks for watching 🙌🏻

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

I love that car in that colour, the engine is beautiful. That green reminds me of marbles and plastic toys from the 70's when I was a child, lovely colour. VW did something similar with the Golf gen 2 and in blue. I fully expect it to drive very well

[@howardlake6178]

After a 25 year search, I found my dream car, from the Kalahari, South Africa. Possibly the most original Alfasud Ti in the world. It even has an original front wing. You would definitely fit as I do, at your height. If you want to drive the original hot hatch, half the power. And half the weight of a modern hot hatch. You can if you want…….as long as it’s dry 😂

[@alanthomson1227]

Sounds a terrific car , lucky to find a good one . I had a Sprint ELO e back in 1982 , would t start if a cloud in the sky , also added lightness after e@ch rain shower but what a fun car .

[@gtv6chuck]

Another fun video! A few years ago I was at the Concorso Italiano in Monterey and saw one of these. I said to my friend that I always loved these but wondered if I could even fit, given that I am 6 foot 1. The owner heard me and was nice anough to let me sit in it and I fit just fine, so that gives you an idea of the size of Gordon Murray since they had to lower the seat for him.

[@shortsongs9394]

What a gem!

[@alanthomson1227]

Love that car , also love the GTJunior right up to GTA

[@hrgiyzueghe]

This car is a masterpiece! The original Alfa green is also very nice, a little bit darker kinda like the Italian flag.

[@studiocalder818]

Yes, adorable Zagato forever. Bravo, Gordon

[@neoanderson7]

For some reason, the scene from The Incredibles played thru my mind when Gordon stepped out of this Alfa.. 🤭 The restyling cues are on point! This thing looks fab!

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

🤣

[@andysmyth6782]

What a stunning car. Love it❤

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

It really is!

[@dazuk1969]

This is going off topic but I just watched an old episode of Top Gear. Jodie did the reasonably priced car lap in 1.45....the stigs best time was 1.44...even Lewis Hamilton (in damp conditions apparently) was 1.44. It might have changed over the years but I just wanted to say rEspect Jodie.

[@paulhall170]

Gorgeous, you, and that little green rocket!

[@bicivanaswegen2077]

Alfa forever

[@ducnut]

That car is awesome! So cool.

[@contributor7219]

Go bright or go home! Lovely little car that is certainly all the better for the way it's been tastefully modified. He's got a fantastic little Escort in his collection that he also uses as a daily driver.

[@spongebobsquaretits]

he has the best car collection.

[@grahamgurney9578]

Great little car!

[@3ducs]

Wonderful car! So much outward visibility, modern cars so often have huge blind spots, even in the A-pillars. I just bought a Jaguar F-Type, the A-pillars are so thick, especially at the bases with the mirrors and speakers blocking close objects. They are beautiful cars but take some getting used to. That Zagato must be a hoot to drive, Alfas of that era are very amenable to heel and toe shifting, something I find somewhat lacking in current Mazda MX-5s and the F-Type I just got.

[@danielmanktelow7477]

A really interesting video jodie and an interesting car.gordon Murray an very knowledgeable and interesting chap to chat to and listen to about his cars hope you had a great time jodie.from Dan.m what other super cars and hyper cars are you going to see next.your videos and content are the best ever.xx🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Thanks Dan, Plenty of exciting content in the pipeline 🤩

[@danielmanktelow7477]

@@KiddinaSweetShop that's really great jodie can't wait to watch the awesome videos and content really looking forward to it. Xxx 🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘🚘

[@cupidstunt22]

Simply awesome

[@mrbigolnuts3041]

That was really freekn cool!

[@CarlosVS]

I had never heard of this car before, but it turned out beautiful.

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

Very cool 😍

[@gaelicstorm7]

Beautiful car, those wheels suit it soooo well...great video again Jodie !

[@KiddinaSweetShop]

It's a perfect little thing!

[@CT37BN]

Fastback and rear tail lamps seems to have been copied by then GM/Isuzu on their Gemini fastback. Green paint suits the car very well and those classic grey GTA wheels are so nice.

[@klauskarnath2935]

The Green it's Like the Verde Matese from the Alfasud

[@mcashnv]

Gordon could drive any car in the world. He isn't fooled by 1,000 horsepower monstrosities. He chooses a 2 liter Alfa with 230 HP. Horsepower is cheap, finesse is rare indeed.

[@KNMK259]

The car looks like a kid who got scolding from his mother for not doing his homework on time. Just amazing Alfa and Zagato Design.

[@camhyde9701]

its really cute... love the front and the engine bay is just beautiful.. wanted to see you drive it though =)

[@spent808]

Finally, someone at eye level!

[@riggs1590]

Hope theirs another video of you driving this machine. Max and Andrew do amazing work as im sure you know, but i was unaware of the Zagato 😮

[@bondy284]

Thanks Jodie 👍 Keep the videos coming 🇦🇺

[@philtucker1224]

Jodie I’ve put a like on everything because I just loved seeing you and Gordon together! (By the way, are you helping Suzie with the W formula at all?) - they would be very lucky to have you! 🥰

[@stubailey9433]

Gordon Murray, I'm interested. Have subbed.

[@McJiver]

That is the grooviest green thing ive seen on wheels.