Lotus 7 racing car SOUND 1957 - Ivan's Shed

[@elmerfudd1086]

I hope his grandson the cameraman knows how fortunate he is to have this guy for a grand dad.

[@truthseeker8483]

Fastest Grandad in the world

[@jcgabriel1569]

Well, he grew up around cars such as that, and a lot of Bugattis, so, I think he's in good hands...

[@davebaker9128]

Lucky grandson, I had a similar grandfather

[@NickieNailmania]

The Lotus 7 was my dad's car originally .. xx

[@bongyboot]

@@NickieNailmania 😊

[@krashdown102]

sort of glad youtube recommended this randomly

[@davidfoster1762]

I’m more than glad it did and have only watched the first 4 minutes !

[@davidfoster1762]

What a car !

[@krashdown102]

@@davidfoster1762 yeah pretty good for 1950s

[@f3600]

me too

[@scratchypants1]

Just subbed.

[@dunworx3758]

This man is a legend. The way he is shifting gears in a 1957 car is unbelievable.

[@samgraham4168]

This is the first time, in a very, very long time, that something on the internet has made me beam! Sat with a s**t eating grin on my face the whole way through!

[@wibblywobblyidiotvision]

Holy hell, the second gear pull on that is insane. Had me grinning from ear to ear. If you /do/ manage to get down to the south of France, you're more than welcome to come and stay with us on the way, we run a gite in the Alps, loads of wicked twisty roads to thrash about on round here. What was very refreshing was seeing someone driving a performance car the way it's supposed to be driven, i.e with the pedal to the floor, but still being courteous and respectful of other road users. Might be a generational thing, that.

[@simong1551]

Another half-hour of automotive gold. This video incorporates a charming unrehearsed presentation style with wonderful analogue engineering skills, unique and personal historical references and a road test that bears testament to not only the experience and skill of a remarkable driver but also the genius of the original Lotus design.

[@shabbos-goy9407]

absolutely...

[@mk1cortinatony395]

Simon G you nailed it mate. My favourite Ivan content so far :)

[@lznicu]

-What is that sound on the street?! -Nothing dear, just an old guy living his life...

[@arquiJ]

"In 1957 This must've been fantastic", sir, this looks fantastic now, this concert of engine and gearbox, what a symphony. The voice is low but the engine is perfect, for me, no changes are necessary.

[@russellkerfoot5423]

That was the best 30min i have spent i a long time. The sound of the straight cut gearbox. And the sound of a pair of DCO40s Webbers just awesome. I have just been taken back 45 years.

[@chiefchook]

I'm taken back to 1968 when a pal arrived at my home in his new Cooper S. Off we went, so fast that I felt as though I was going through the seat. In 20 minutes we had travelled 20 miles across Sydney, not something you could do nowadays, of course.

[@crelark]

Proper old bloke with a proper old car! This is excellent! Very inspirational. Thanks for posting.

[@truthseeker8483]

Not many of the younger generations could change gear like that

[@axiomist4488]

What a kick ! Watching this "senior" (that's ok, I'm 74), revving this beauty up to racing speeds. The sound ! Music, lovely music. A gorgeous car, the Lotus 7. I'd love to have one myself, with that same setup. Thanks for one of the best half hours (well, a bit longer. I had to watch it again from 16:00) I've ever spent .

[@TheMontyrex]

Age shall not weary him. Thank you SIR.

[@andypandy955]

I have found a new hero just the sound of that Lotus amazing.

[@gjknepper]

It really sounds like more than 4 cylinders.

[@stratocaster1greg]

That Lotus is a beast. You were driving it like you stole it. I have owned a Harley a Triumph and a 1916 Henderson cutoff engine that ran. I tinker in my small machine shop everyday but never had any projects as cool as yours. Wish I could be your apprentice. God Bless Us All.

[@elmerfudd1086]

God , I like this guy. 80 yrs young and still pouring the beans to her like that. Yes sir I like this guy.

[@vintagetintrader1062]

Some times KZbin gets its algorithm just right. What a amazing story on a car and a mans history with it.

[@beero1953]

"got to sensible on the road" HA HA you looked like you were driving it like you stole it, you young hooligan! Great video, can't wait for your Brands Hatch video

[@CSkwirl]

He only took it to 5? I clearly saw 7 or 8 while he was thrashing its pants, excellent stuff!

[@Turitea]

Had me sitting on the edge of my seat!

[@chrisjohnson4165]

Long live us senile delinquents!

[@jonesa62]

What a brilliant video. I'm a fan of Ivan's Shed.

[@blowduke]

Can’t imagine picking that up in 1957 must have felt it was a rocket ..

[@viramati5831]

my eldest brother still has his Lotus 7 which he built from kit in the early 1960's and is among the first 100 to be produced. Sadly he is now getting old and can longer get in and it hasn't been driven for quite a while. I remember going in it when I was I was small and it only had aircraft style half moon windscreens to begin with. He raced it in the late 60's and early 70's and was restored in the late 90's. Great fun

[@timphoto83ec]

I hope it stays in the family.

[@gregtaylor6146]

Loved the car, loved the content, and ..... the icing on the cake was the respectfully wide and slow pass given to that lone cyclist at 24:30. Excellent all round!

[@autophyte]

I love it! "You've got to be a bit sensible". "Only took it to 5000 RPM". Screams along country lane like a guided missile!

[@simonrichards7259]

This is why the Web is important. Knowledge like this has tremendous value. Ivan, you're bloody amazing mate.

[@brianbarnes7774]

How I wished I lived in England! I would beg this Gent to teach me everything He knows, so I could teach future generations. Ivan reminds Me of my Grand dad, who taught Me a lot about Electrical wiring, outlets and switches, Etc. To this day, I can replace a broken outlet or switch, or replace a light fixture or ceiling fan, and do it right. Great channel1 Thank You for sharing your time.

[@exigeboy]

Some how you still have people who thumbs down this type of content. Who would do that? Fantastic video - the type of person that exemplify's what was great about Great Britain.

[@ruongluesteve]

Wow Just Wow a brilliant engineer and driver.

[@paz6918]

In 15 years I will look like your twin, and if I am living half the life you have, I will be a happy man. Wish I had your knowledge. Your an inspiration sir. Thank you.

[@neiloconnell2120]

Do the Brands or Mallory session, pretty please :) My mate Jim owns an original Lotus Elise with the MGF engine. His uncle was the Worth in Cosworth. I have just sent him a link to this. What an amazing car, two years older than myself and capable of that kind of performance. How very wonderful. Thank you for this. I really appreciate all of it and your channel very much. Literally delicious for someone like me.

[@FourIntoOne]

What a cracking channel. As an older mechanic I am fully embedded in this workshop, loving it. Ivan and his team are bloody brilliant.

[@jessebianchi2631]

same here. i've been devouring vids on old sportscars with daydreams of cobbling together a junkyard dog of my own. nowhere near ivan's level of expertise or resources but even so......

[@barbieandbellaadventuresby9134]

“Nanny where’s Grandad”? “Oh, he’s just popped out for a Sunday poodle in his silly little car darling”

[@stephensmith5277]

Ivan is an absolute joy to watch and listen to, he has a huge wealth of motor engineering experience, he has a very engaging manner in his videos and is supported by a gentleman with all the machinist and skills to complement Ivan. Such a down to earth style that will go down well with those who love good old fashioned motor engineering

[@ajfogertyfan8245]

Love all of Ivan’s videos. In this one, his description of how the driveshaft was trying to come through the shaft tunnel at Brands Hatch brought back memories of when just before Christmas many years ago, my 72 Capri 2600 rear shaft coupling was on its way out and I was hoping I could make it home before it let loose. Well I 😂didn’t, and there I was about 3 miles from home, and it was snowing to boot. Called AAA for a tow service and had it flatbedded home. As we pulled into the neighborhood with the wrecker, the streets were all lit up for Luminaria like an airport runway with cables burning in paper bags about every 6 feet, and everyone out Christmas Caroling in the streets to welcome us back in. Wish I had a video of it.

[@chuckthebull]

While he was driving i put the video on full screen and sat way up to it with headphones on and it almost felt like i was ridding in a back seat.. Wonderful!!! sounds fantastic too..

[@paulschofield271]

Decades of experience, thousands of special parts - fantastically irreplaceable 👍

[@virtuestreams2616]

I’ve been steered towards an automotive enthusiast, mechanic, historian, and gear jamming racer-this is going to be a fun ride!

[@justinjoyit13]

What a fabulous little screamer of a car. Well driven too- great to see a 'proper' old boy giving it the full chat.

[@PaulinesPastimes]

Magic 😊 Wonderful sound of a Coventry Climax with Webers. 😊👍

[@another3997]

Wow, what a fantastic restoration. The car looks and sounds amazing. As a former Caterham 7 owner, I can only guess how good that car feels. You're also the kind of attentive, thoughtful driver we need more of. Slow and careful where you need to be, fast when it is safe and vision permits. Driving 'raw' cars like this really puts you in touch with the car and the road. Looking forward to seeing more of her on track.

[@MrCaterhamr500]

What a guy! Still giving it the beans and enjoying sports cars at that age. Reminds me of my dad Need more of these type of chaps, genuinely lovely guys.

[@alexmack4385]

Gees what a lovely old man..all the skills and knowledge just pour out of him. Charming and that lovely accent, maybe from a bygone age.

[@mikenicholls8901]

Great video and great drive. As a petrolhead and cyclist it's nice to see how a truly good driver tolerates other road users and understands why they might be doing what they are doing. And you wouldn't say he's a boring driver.

[@tonythompson4951]

Just spent half an hour absolutely fascinated what a fantastic watch can’t wait to see more !

[@iancrawford2822]

What a fascinating half hours watch, such a lovely example of a car beautifully restored. Great fun experiencing the Lotus getting thrashed through those narrow country lanes. Good work, nice video.

[@franzkoviakalak6981]

Just discovered this channel, and it's almost too good to be true. Nothing like this anywhere else. Bravo Ivan, thank you for sharing these wondrous old pieces of esoterica in such detail and with such enthusiasm.

[@tazpoochie]

Mustie1 is good . Well worth checking out . Also the doghouse is good too . Relaxing viewing

[@franzkoviakalak6981]

@@tazpoochie I'll check them out, thanks

[@steveduffy1800]

Wow that’s quick even by today’s standards. What a true character this guy is. Hats off to you sir

[@Porsche987]

My father, Jack Field will have sold this car, most likely in kit form. The chassis were made in one of the gardens of a house across the street from the Tottenham site (now Jewsons builders merchants). The Lotus Tottenham factory site has been made a historic site, Colin Chapmans desk is still in his upstairs office, my mother worked in the office below as the receptionist. Thanks for sharing, Michael

[@sambananas4513]

What a treat to POV that ride in that fantastic machine. Many thanks. 63 in the US.

[@mongrelmercury1016]

Ivan the type of bloke who's knowledge is pure gold, I can listen to people with passion for what they enjoy all day long. Keep up the great work

[@nickmaynard7927]

I love this car. What a top bloke!

[@slartybartfarst9737]

Proper Lotus 7, wires, skinny tyres, light weight............class....... its not how fast its how much fun......Ivans channel subscribed.

[@andrewgardner9615]

Awesome in car footage(got to love a straight cut gearbox)-Takes me back-My Dad built Lotus 7 in 1958- eventually with a 1340cc Ford engine. Had a second one in 1964 (ex hillclimbcar with a triumph TR4 engine)All before I was born '68.When I was 17 he then bought a series 4 big valve headed 7.

[@gbentley8176]

Now that is what driving and owning such cars is all about. Forget the "Top Gear" rubbish, took me back sixty years in a flash. Time now to break out my Riley for a run. Superb channel.

[@jamesgraham6122]

What a fabulous car.. I used to compete in club motorsport back in the late 60s, early 70s with an S2.. this brought back a lot of memories. I did think of getting back into a level of Classic competition work now that I'm ' retired.. problem with being retired is that even if I could afford to race it, I can't afford to shunt it !

[@lonnies3960]

This is a wonderful video that really brings the early 7 to life, and we can see how revolutionary it must have been in its day. It still looks like a good performer now.

[@1961kickboxer]

That climax engine is a little beauty ,thanks ivan.

[@geofo60]

What a legend Mr Ivan is, how he uses the gearbox as an engine brake. It’s wonderful to see he hasn’t lost the need for speed. I hope I’m still able to drive like this when I’m his age. Kudos to you sir 👏👏👏👏👏

[@colinunderdown1758]

Haha, I'm 72 and still have my "need for speed" whether on my motorbike or in my home built car.

[@geofo60]

@@colinunderdown1758 I’m almost seventy & still driving my V8 Hotrod. Gave the bikes up a few years ago after a bad accident. In my head, I’m still seventeen. Enjoy your bike 👍.

[@drew699]

Stunning car & what a truly super seven it is! People really under estimate the Lotus philosophy & what a true benchmark of ANY sportscar the 7 is. With discs & a de Dion, this spec is not far from today’s Caterham +60 years later. Thanks for a great film & sharing.

[@ColinMill1]

I first saw a write up of the Lotus 7 in about 1963 (Autocar, I think) and wanted one ever afterwards. Finally got the chance in 2005 and built a Caterham Classic in bare ali with the 1400 K series and 5 speed box having never even sat in one before I ordered it (I didn't want to spoil the moment of driving the car I'd built for the first time). A total joy to build and the building makes the car yours in a way nothing else can. I am planning to get it out on the road again once we are allowed out again. This has given me a bit of a push to get started on it. Thanks.

[@kramnam4716]

So that’s where Jean Luc Picard has been! Brilliant work! Great down to earth film. That engine sounds amazing “Hopefully I can rev my Mini Cooper s like a loony and it won’t go wrong!” 👌

[@neiloconnell2120]

You are right, now you mention it, the resemblance is close. Minus the Miami vice tache and beardy bits that is.

[@sovietpotatoes3578]

I love cars like this, open top racers. When I was younger I was obsessed with Early 60s F1, but 1962 to be exact. Other kids where talking about about Micheal Schumacher and Coulthard but not me. I was obsessed so much I wanted to build one. My dad soon caught on. We ended up building a small go-kart size almost replica of a 1962 Lotus. Of course it wasn't good but I had a lot of memories making that, of course I didn't do anything hard like welding but helped with other things. My dad machined a 3- speed gearbox, (One revers and two forward gears). We used a 30cc motorbike engine up to 3,500 rpm. We went to open fields and closed road spaces and things like that. I don't know where it is now, it dissapeared just before we moved house, my dad denise knowing anything and says that the Police came and took it, but I think he sold it. I was It took us a whole year to make it, we used parts from the scrap yards so it wasn't all brand new. But the memories is what counts realy, this video sort of reminds me of that.

[@psychoprosthetic]

A proper test drive. An good to hear you saying all those sensible things about other road users. I thoroughly agree there are people driving far too quickly on country roads with no idea what's around the next bend, who think modern engineering works by magic not physics - or else they're psychopaths. Lovely video.

[@johnrussell5245]

The sound took me back. In 1974 I had a Lotus Elite with the Coventry Climax FWE engine. I wish I'd kept it. You're a treasure, Ivan.

[@Yosemite_Sam]

It is obvious that you have been a racing driver. What a cracking little car. Greetings from OZ.

[@oapSpeedo]

What a beautiful and fun car, love the sound of it! More videos please!

[@drewdemien481]

Oh I don't know why anyone wouldn't adore that gearbox. Oh that sound of gears and intake. That was a fun rush. Thanks

[@markc17]

I've watched a few test drive videos on YT and that had to be one of the most exiting of them all.

[@F-Man]

Oh my, that gear change! Can tell just by the sounds it’s making that it’s crisp and sweet - rewarding to a skilled and sympathetic driver such as yourself.

[@christopherhughes8402]

What I would give to sit in a corner and just listen to this man. He's an absolute treasure to human kind.

[@AntiVaganza]

what a car, what a sound:) And I love that he is not cuddling that engine at all. Well done Ivan!

[@evansc3580]

Absolute Gold! Loved watching every minute. I don't know who was better, the old man or the Lotus 7.

[@scottmartin356]

Thanks for the ride along, almost felt like I was driving it myself! What a gem of a car!

[@timhancock6626]

That is one of the best car videos of all. What a beautifully restored car that goes like stink as well.

[@jimmorrison6676]

Excellent content, thoroughly enjoyed this video and your others. Keep up the good work, very professional and so interesting with all the different facts. I have a Westfield Eleven which I love, it’s coming out of store at the end of April in readiness for hopefully a few Abingdon track days. Thank you again and good luck.

[@davebaker9128]

Ahh, the Lotus 7, the first 'kit car's gotta love them, and as always Ivan is the man

[@darylkesler8470]

You Sir are a national treasure. never stop!

[@garyhoelting5994]

he isn't afraid to drive it! car sounds great

[@JLo1960]

You're double de-clutch into first gear was sublime Sir. A fantastic video. Subscribed.

[@dougfurman3265]

That looks like a fun car to drive........Thanks for sharing, Now I want one.

[@ferrumignis]

Beautiful car, and an absolute credit to you. Love the chronometric tachometer!

[@johnmorrow7080]

To think it's a fire engine pump motor , really appreciate your videos , keep them coming .

[@SimonWallwork]

This is a marvellous channel, the best on KZbin. I've seen your ads in C&S many times but how nice to put a face with the name. Fantastic job Ivan. You should be Knighted!

[@tonywatson987]

I've only driven a Lotus 7 once, in the early 70s, and I'll never forget it - the acceleration was like a kick in the back! Great video!

[@SpikerDragon95]

Man that test drive! Nnngghhh!! I would be really scare by the aceleration and speed and gramps didnt even flinch, what a madlad! And the sound of the engine and the straight cut gears!! And the gear selector just goes click-click-click like is was guided

[@MrClickbang357]

Being on the wrong side of the pnd I have heard of and seen the 7 but never saw it in action!!! WOQ!!! New sub for that drive!

[@greentrumpet]

Beautiful car. Brought back loads of memories of my Dad taking me to Silverstone in the early 60s and, more recently, of marshalling at historic meetings. The sound of a Coventry Climax at full chat is something else and must be marvellous in a 7. Closest I've got is hiring a Caterham and that was great fun. Thanks for a terrific video.

[@sirrick59]

I absolutely love this video. "Old Grandad" having so much fun in his later years. I wish I was there sitting beside him.

[@davidadams007]

What a lovely video. The Lotus 7 sounds so beautiful! I could watch you and listed to you going through the gears endlessly. Cheers.

[@stevecampin5361]

Whew.... it sure gets up and goes! Never mind for 1957 - this is startling and exhilirating now! Great fun....

[@ralfoswald2847]

Oh please! More of it! This is gorgeous! Such competence and this old perfect technique! Thanks for sharing!

[@cllwydd]

The audio is my new ringtone. Thank you for the post.

[@vintageadventureswithrobert]

Ivan is a very charming man and the way he goes about looking for a certain part that he wants is really quite funny or amusing because he does not find what he is looking for but he tells you that this part goes to this or that car and also what year as well. My advice to him is that he has to put is car parts in sections so that he can find what he is looking for much faster and a whole lot less confusion for him. Ivan, you are a lot fun to watch and to listen to and you remind me of someone from the former comedy troupe Beyond the Fringe from the 1960's. Keep up the good work Ivan, you are doing a great job and take care.

[@BokorRider]

I don't know why the road test bit has not went viral that cars nuts!

[@SteveAbrahall]

Ivan is haveing way 2 much fun! Bloody marvellous to watch... thank you! :-)

[@14sgdpg82]

cant wait for whatever to come next im a fan of ivan now great videos

[@cobrafrance9126]

Quel moteur, et cette boite courte... j'ai encore des frissons !!! Bravo gentlemans !

[@TheClassicEngineer]

Superb videos, great content. Going out for the drive was utterly gripping, it felt (and I wished) that I were sat in with you. Simply fantastic. Thanks for your effort putting the videos up.

[@retromechanicalengineer]

Now that's a hill climb car! It goes like a bloody motorbike. Fantastic. New subscriber here. Thank you. Dean in Oxfordshire.

[@r-tyomfrolov4211]

what a delight i just saw! unforgettable video now i crave Super 7! this gentleman is a giant in what he does. long happy healthy years to The Man

[@MRPricks]

What an awesome video subbed very handy nowledge now I've got to watch them all cheers for sharing.

[@bondgabebond4907]

I would love to see pictures of him as a young man working on these cars. And it is so nice to see him in his mature age enjoying the thrill of a vintage sports car. Brings back memories of me and my 1969 Datsun 2000 roadster.