Lambo No. 6: Vintage V12 Power Roars Back | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

Get ready for a journey into the heart of automotive history as we unveil a true rarity: the 3.5-litre V12 engine from the 6th EVER production Lamborghini, the iconic Lamborghini 350GT. But here's the kicker - this powerhouse isn't nestled under the bonnet; it's been resurrected, rebuilt, and mounted on display for all to behold.
You see, this Lamborghini's story is one of evolution. Over the years, the car shed its original 3.5-litre engine in favour of a beefier 4.0-litre powerhouse, leaving this gem dormant. However, the owner came knocking, asking if we could breathe life back into this piece of Lamborghini history, and after some coaxing, we took up the challenge.
Under the skilled hands of the team, in particular Les and Pete, this engine has found new life. It's been carefully assembled onto a display stand, complete with a basic dashboard, 1960's vintage Weber carbs, wiring harness, and a simple cooling system.
Now, the moment of truth has arrived. Join us as we fire up this historic V12, witness its revival, and pay homage to the legacy it represents.
Whether you're a Lamborghini enthusiast, a history buff, or simply curious about the mechanics of an iconic V12 engine, this video is your backstage pass. Join us in celebrating the resurrection of automotive history.
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Chapters
00:00 The Grand Unveiling
01:56 Why is the engine still here?
10:13 Let's find out if it works
11:46 How difficult was this?
15:25 Outro
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Title: Enzo Ferrari at Monza 1967
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Title: Olivier Gendebien and Giotto Bizzarrini in early 1960s
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[@chrisloukes424]

Pete for Prime Minister - genius craftsman.

[@TygonBC]

That backdrop, two Miuras, two Countach's, Espada, Diablo, Testarossa? Possibly a Grifo on the right...holy moly.

[@user-dg3oy2cq6m]

I think there’s a few subscribers who are glad your customer persuaded you to rebuild that piece of history 🙂👍

[@frankchan5547]

Everything has its price. I suggest the owner has considerable resources... I've seen a few engines as still art works, but working engines are of course usually mated to a chassis, so there are very few

[@deep8873]

On the money ( no pun intended)

[@jurgstreuli7746]

I really am glad... That's true

[@kipsome45]

A completely fascinating 16 minutes (as always).

[@dominicsignorile9511]

Thanks for the mill… Looms silk!

[@JR-ii4lq]

Spotting the cars in the background 🤯 beggars belief that there is such automotive historical significance in one place.

[@gordyl9247]

Has Mrs Tyrrell noticed the space made in the living room where the side board used to be? 😅

[@iain_tyrrell]

Sssssshhhhh……

[@Lemma01]

"This is engine #6; you can count the earlier engines on the fingers of one hand...".😂 Absolute class, Iain. Blessings on you and all you do.

[@roadie3124]

Oh yes. That was a gem.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you! Blessings to you too

[@Laz_Arus]

I can count to 31 on the digits of one hand. 😉

[@norm72]

That's almost a Murray Walker-ism! Love it :)

[@Mr.Higginbotham]

So I am mixing it up. I document for myself the succession of Tyrrell's channel but i watch many of them fresh to relax and learn. Thanks Tyrrell.

[@jamesallison4875]

You Brits do the best money is no object engineering in the world. This was really beautiful and inspiring.

[@jimworthington449]

Every Petrol heads perfect musical. Glorious!

[@adrianrandall2395]

Ian - you are lucky to have such highly skilled people around you. Super impressive work and outcome

[@a.brounz]

Mr. Tyrrell is the epitome of British witt and class Dare I say, a real life 007

[@kevindimauro9689]

Which one? Roger Moore?

[@a.brounz]

@@kevindimauro9689 Mostly, little Connery mixed in there as well 😂

[@Bikeaddict4235]

He will be chuffed with that no doubt 😂

[@a.brounz]

@@Bikeaddict4235 Yeah, Moore or Connery would be chuffed 😂

[@larrysorenson4789]

Please give Bob Wallace the credit he deserves for his work on the engineering design and testing of this engine.

[@iain_tyrrell]

We do on almost every Lamborghini video. Sorry he slipped through the net in this one

[@Jaq365]

Were I the lucky owner, I think I'd host an annual celebration for all my friends & relatives where the centerpiece would be starting & running of this lovely work of art for a few minutes, followed by rides in my 400GT. What a special thing of automotive history this is, and what unimaginable fun it would be to live that life.

[@iainmcglynn833]

Honestly the way Iain treats his staff is as much the pleasure of these masterpieces as the work on display Faultless 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿👌

[@tetreaulthank4068]

Pete is a genius ! Ian you never seem to stop amazing all of your subscribers with the talents you have within your workshop. Love the way you celebrate the very talented people who you employ !

[@benjaminblakemore9704]

"TAKE TIME OUT".... WITH YOU LAMBORGHINI, "TAKE TIME OUT!!!! "😊😊😊😂😂❤❤

[@dbx3197]

What a lovely project. It makes me happy to see that even in these difficult times there are a few clients with the focus on their car’s history and the money necessary to see these projects through to fruition. Pete clearly has the skills and patience to work on such a fragile engine, and what a lovely project to be involved with. Bravo.

[@peterwalton1502]

He did a wonderful job, but so humble about it 👏👏👏👏

[@zymmer4]

There is never a dull moment here..One can never even consider what may come next..Well done, Iain !

[@gregsanders8498]

Just brilliant. The world’s most sonorous coffee table.

[@loaded2820]

What a remarkable journey you've made with that engine and such a piece of history!

[@simonelliott5956]

I’ve been wondering when this engine would surface again! Great video, thanks for sharing it!

[@Nico_lente]

'And it works. Always a bonus' Lovely, this

[@Evo836]

Ian and his master technicians make exceedingly good cakes!

[@mythrusthelema]

Loudest art work I have witnessed... Thanks for sharing this marvelous piece of history.

[@classicraceruk1337]

If you want louder listen to Guy Martins Merlin Engine, now that’s a thing!!!

[@mythrusthelema]

@@classicraceruk1337 not as pretty...

[@stretch4169]

What an opportunity but more importantly a restored piece of history, a true legacy project. 👏🏽

[@paulelverstone8677]

Nothing short of a work of art...

[@borjejohansson6805]

Dear Mr. Tyrell, everything is here. We saw a gold Miura, a red Iso Grifo, a beautiful Ferrari 250, an AM DBS (it had a special place on my bedroom wall mostly because of the Persuaders). I think it was the era of the most beautiful cars ever. The only thing missing is the Maserati Ghibli (AM115). Please don't forget it, coupe, cabrio, whatever, I am hypnotized with it for over fifty years.

[@1Z50railtourinfo]

Fantastic V12 restoration Mr Tyrrell. You will forever be known as the British Mr Lambo!

[@aserta]

10:40 That engine stand is someone's beloved brain child. Even the controls are nicely done. Nice!

[@JonDunnmusician]

Remarkable skill and mechanical talent

[@JR-ii4lq]

I love the discretion you displayed when talking about the 'palace revolt'. Iain has a great passion for Ferrari and Lamborghini, no sense in causing derision in each camp. 😂

[@gazzafloss]

Not only "a piece of history" but also "a piece of automotive and engineering art". A great achievement to produce such a fantastic display device Iain.

[@boycem8686]

Sweet! Imagine 100 years from now looking at this!!

[@gerryjamesedwards1227]

That engine is an automotive kinetic artwork that would be the centerpiece of any museum in which it was housed. There's a good argument for describing it as a musical instrument, worth preserving and celebrating even if it had never been put in a car.

[@LectroSaw]

Love watching Tyrells Classic Workshop and watch Tyrells Classic Workshop I did.

[@WilfredZweverink]

I'm very happy you were persuaded into doing the dumbs, very typical for engineers not to fix what cannot be repaired anyway. But it's great to have this piece of history on display Iain, and like you stated, there's nothing like outperforming Ze Dzjermanz on show. Great job folks!

[@roadwarrior144]

That old thing fired INSTANTLY!!! Most impressive!!! Well done to the gang at TCW!!!

[@howardlake6178]

As a piece of art for a man cave, that will never be beaten 💚🤍❤

[@David-jm7mq]

It's great when a mechanical piece of art functions as it is suppose to. When you first unveiled the engine it was a feast for the eyes. The cam covers and the trumpet intakes stood out first, but when you started going around the engine (with explanation and camera work) all the other pieces of the engine completed the picture. The throttle linkage almost looks like it was a stock part of the original engine. Good work! When the engine was started, oh my what a symphony of sound(s). I had on a pair of headphones so as not to disturb my wife who was reading in the same room, and could clearly hear not only the exhaust, but also the intake noise of those beautiful carburetors. Thanks for a very informative history of the engine. The engine stand is a great looking display device that allows one to see and hear that great engine. As always a great informative video.

[@MrBluoct]

The video pan over that gem The history/ journey There’s no going back from this …. Stunning

[@philhammond2922]

Glorious! What an honour to be tasked with and what a superb team result ! Congratulations

[@rickb296]

Yet another drool worthy video from Mr. Tyrrell. This channel deserves 10x the 166K subscribers it currently has. It is 24 carat automotive gold. Just look around that workshop!

[@brockjennings]

My neighbors would love to hear me start that motor up at sunrise on a Sunday morning 😉

[@risinbison1106]

I wonder how many shops outside the manufacturer could even attempt to rebuild this. Work of art.

[@BKMDano17]

Bobileff Motor Car San Diego CA. They do them all the time.

[@risinbison1106]

@@BKMDano17 #6 of 123 ever made. The block was the only spare one known to even exist. I’ve seen BMC and they do outstanding work but something like this is only attempted when someone has an inside at the factory. No, they don’t do those “all the time”.

[@pbertf24]

Man….what a sound, thank you ! Pierre

[@LRD90]

Credit to Pete and the others that worked on the engine because it looks and sounds stunning. Cheers

[@davyboy888]

Flippin' hell I knew Les Dennis had hit on hard times good on you for giving him a job in your workshop. He seems quite knowledgable too.

[@327365hp]

Just WOW! That is fantastic! Great job guys!

[@lyonheart84]

I can just imagine how loud that must have been in person 😱

[@lindaoffenbach]

Wow, I can only imagine the elaborate journey to get this rare masterpiece running again, and the ambiguity of this project after your first reaction of 'absolutely not' understanding that the block has warped and some vital parts have worn... Quite the deliberation it all must have been to get it going... Hopefully, nobody in the far future will ever going have it in their right mind to actually fit it back in a car... People with money sometimes can do things not always the wisest perhaps, but let's have faith that this does remain a display piece now only. Thank you for sharing this marvel with us!

[@davidbarnsley8486]

Sounds fantastic just like a very mini Merlin 👍👍

[@davidbrown6193]

Marvellous!! What skilled engineers you have Iain!! Congrats to all! 😊👍🏻👍🏻 and thankyou to your Customer!

[@Desertduleler_88]

Unusual configuration of the side draught Webbers mounted almost vertically.

[@iain_tyrrell]

They are vertical Webers actually. Very rare

[@GordonWishart]

A significant piece of Art

[@tuomasholo]

I can only imagine the sound out on the open road. Very beautiful and elegant.

[@petervandoren2984]

That was fantastic to hear! Thank you Ian!

[@ksm1985]

So good to see there are still skilled tradespeople able to work on those vintage engines.

[@johnkelly2098]

What a wonderful conclusion to that engine's journey, spectacular! Should be mounted, unsilenced, in a racing seaplane.

[@arthurdardalis]

That engine gives the Mona Lisa a run for her money!

[@anthonyknox1493]

That's the ultimate desk toy!

[@S-T-E-V-E]

11:15 Your stoppers for the Carb Intakes are going walkies underneath! 😂

[@brianwallace6566]

I couldn't tell what was dancing around but they had me laughing

[@user-od9iz9cv1w]

It is a pleasure to like and subscribe.

[@mosca3289]

Having the engine run exposed up on a stand is the automotive equivalent of a brain in a vat. Brilliant.

[@Barnagh1]

I like the way you designed the throttle linkage lever to echo the design of the linkage further up.

[@johndeere1951a]

Beautiful stationary engine ART . Reminds me of the Chinetti N.A.R.T. showroom Greenwich Connecticut back in the late 1960's. They had many race engines on display stands sprinkled about the current racing sports and formula cars. An amazing sight. Thanks Iain, great presentation. 🇺🇲

[@wallyarent6548]

Once again,thank you for presenting these automotive works of art ,and their history so eloquently

[@lesleysmith5623]

Stunning! The ultimate coffee table. And what a great place to work. The perfect boss.

[@GT380man]

Iain is no pushover & there’s a deal of justified pride. But I agree, he very much appreciates & admired his top talent. I’ve seen him in conversation with his bodywork and paint expert, his trimmer who knows how to fettle every detail of a vintage cars interior and his engine / engineering expert. What a rare coming together of artefacts, customers with deep pockets and people, under Iain’s leadership, with extraordinary knowledge, ability and attitude, all resulting in moving machinery that is perhaps the pinnacle of human mechanical engineering and aesthetics. The fact that the flow of funds is part of the great banking and money swindle system, I can just about look past. There are numerous, far less worthy things upon which the loot could be assigned! It’s quite hard to make very large amounts of money while keeping your soul and conscience intact. Not saying it’s impossible, but close to. I made an amount several rungs down from what Iain’s wealthiest customers will have. I refused to do things I knew or felt were just wrong, to the extent I frustrated my board and they’d have got rid of me early if they could have. However, they were well aware that my reputation for being a straight shooter was a chunk of the value proposition. I reminded them of that. These shenanigans convinced me, if I even needed convincing, that all my investors were ruthless and mostly deeply unpleasant people who, in an ideal world, you’d not spend any time with. I was fortunate that the company was acquired for a phenomenal sum (not negotiated by me, I’m hopelessly an open book & consequently useless for things like that). Some of my investors thought if I’d created a lot of value once, I could probably do it again. As important, lots of other people would believe such hype. However, I wasn’t faintly interested in doing it all again. I didn’t want a yacht. I know people who have done serial transactions and the sums can be eye watering, with people who look exactly like you and me walking away with hundreds of millions of dollars.

[@richspjones]

Fascinating; what an accomplishment! Bravo!

[@gregedmand9939]

An amazing and living piece of engineering art! I love to see these displays, especially the aircraft engine running stands where we can see a Merlin or a P&W Double Wasp breathing 🔥.

[@ianrobertsonRR1]

..and you even back light the rev counter ! amazing :-)

[@gmctech]

Even though you gents did all the masterful work i have to say Thank You to the owner of the car and engine for funding and pushing you all to revive this rare engine to its former glory!

[@DLloydGray]

I love the corks in the carb throats in the last shot. : )

[@GordonjSmith1]

Nice piece of work. Lovely to see an engine that would be otherwise 'useless' being able to be shown off again.

[@jonsmith8582]

Just when you think these videos can't get any better , this come up !

[@pmiller7886]

Amazing job getting it up and running, what a piece of history!

[@Jambafasmalone]

Engineering art and history all in one. Thank you Iain and team.

[@ariebroek2404]

What an achievement this is!! Preserving such iconic automotive history👍

[@DickDawsonTheShills]

Why waste time with a coffee table when you can have that in your livingroom!

[@donovanf1]

What a superb renovation carried out on that historic engine. Congratulations to all of you involved with the renovation.

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

Somebody is going to be very happy with that

[@petercrisp2573]

Fabulous engineering of this masterpiece by the Italians (Lamborghini). Amazing attention to detail in the meticulous restoration of this by Iain and his team. Really enjoy these series’ of exotica restoration - it’s actually amazing that we get this streaming material for free!! I am sure Iain has been well compensated by the owner of the Lambo. First class this site.

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

I have no idea how I made it though life without having this bit of classic lambo knowledge, but I feel much better now that I do. Thank you!

[@WizzardPrang]

Blooming lovely. Even the engine stand is a work of beauty.

[@MarkoVukovic0]

What a masterpiece, and well done for presenting it as it deserves to be. I think you need to allow those throttles to open a bit more as it runs in for some proper "blips" 🤤

[@Alanjamessouthey]

always a joy to watch

[@user-xe2mo4fm2h]

What a sound!

[@allareasindex7984]

So cool how the carb / intake ports are located between the camshafts! Also - Did anyone else notice the carb covers jumping around on the lower shelf of the cart? Looks like they were having fun.

[@n3307v]

Wonderful video. So great to see this piece of amazing engineering come to life.

[@andyrbush]

I really like seeing engines on display once they are classics. Great video and amazing work to get to that stage. Really like how you let your guys get the credit and do the demo run.

[@kittonsmitton]

How beautiful to spend the time money and effort to get what was otherwise a static warped block to purr, to sing again as it was meant to. That song would have been lost to history if it weren't for Iain's contacts and the owners love and respect for such a rare work of automotive history and art. Like rebuilding the Acropolis to its former glory. Well done Iain and team kudos to the 'I won't take NO for an answer' owner.

[@alastairwinner]

Incredible work. You guys are the very best and it’s an honor to get to see it up close.

[@matthewrooke386]

Absolutely marvellous 👍👍👍👍to hear that special engine run again 10/10 🎉

[@davidadams007]

Such an amazing job getting the original 10006 engine restored and working. A symphony to the ears. Where else can you see this kind of content, I don't think you can. So good Mr. Tyrrell and team

[@TomSnyder--theJaz]

Well done Pete, Les, and the team! Cheers

[@allanrichards3752]

Id have that engine in my lounge - what a talking point and interesting piece of history. Classic engines, like this, just look good also. Modern engines, whilst good at what they do, just look a mess of pipes, wires and plastic covers to me.

[@trevorsanford1065]

This would make an amazing drinks trolly 😁

[@rogerbyrne9040]

The engine developer had to sue to get paid from Lamborghini, after he created a fabulous engine, that's bad. Lovely job on restoring engine.

[@AmericasChoice]

Awesome job, Pete. That engine sounds a lot like the V12 Packard engines the US Navy used it its PT Boats. Pretty impressive sound when all 3 are at full beans.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes indeed!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Yes indeed!

[@keithgarland3404]

A piece of mechanical beauty, another enjoyable video.

[@GT380man]

That’s one of the most exquisitely analogue sounds I’ve ever heard. The world’s a better place for the existence of people & things like this. Its speaking to me in a language that a number of digital natives won’t understand. Thank you, gents!