Mini Cooper S at Goodwood | Chris Harris Drives | Top Gear

[@Jamtastic]

Sorry to hear about your mum Chris, glad she contributed towards your love of cars though. Great video.

[@kudzimanyau316]

I'm also sorry to hear about Chris's mum, I can only image the type of woman she was to have inspired him.

[@peterlewis3540]

Total respect for him, after only losing his mum a few days earlier.

[@zainolsallehpjk8006]

Peter Lewis ii

[@kevinmorphet8083]

Condolences Chris. What a great way to celebrate your mum.

[@phuzz00]

I reckon she'd have been pretty proud of him :)

[@570mattsch1981]

This is the Top Gear I want. More of this, please.

[@AmrothPalantir]

you are not alone in this world... we want more of this 🏆🏆🏆

[@remembertheporter]

Ditto, just let Chris and Rory do what they do, it was the obsession with celebrities that killed TG post Clarkson / May / Hammond (though I did like Matt LeB).

[@stefanpetrov8]

The autistic fanboys commenting with Jeremy Clarkson GIFs on every Top Gear FB post would disagree with you

[@GigawingsVideo]

I agree. I actually still subbed to TG because I love to make fun of their stupid new videos but this one actually amazingly well made and oozing love for Morris Mini. I want more of this kind of Top Gear.

[@eddieallen6401]

570mattsch1981 Yes. No stupid stunts. Just a passion for great cars and driving, beautifully shot. Delivered with intelligence and subtle humour.

[@Ch28Kid]

Sorry for your lost Chris. Thank you for keeping ChrisHarris cars video with Neil. I really like the look a feel you guys kept over the years, please keep them coming. 🙏

[@edvickery8674]

So sorry to hear about your mum, Chris. Hope you’re ok ♥️

[@louiswilliamhicks]

I know Chris won't be watching the feed, but I'm sorry to hear about your mum. I lost my brother a couple of weeks ago, and he was a huge car enthusiast too. All the best matey

[@connordale2999]

hope youre doing alright to mate, pistons and passion my friend

[@louiswilliamhicks]

@@connordale2999 Cheers Connor

[@Aidan-LM02]

Sorry to hear about your brother

[@louiswilliamhicks]

@@Aidan-LM02 Thanks matey. I appreciate the thought

[@algarvecars24]

So sorry... Keep it strong for him. .

[@blkhks]

Condolences, Chris. But what a way to celebrate her life. That looked absolutely like a blast.

[@knighriderredux]

My condolences Chris, she sounded like a pretty awesome woman.

[@eming0873]

My god, this is the most peaceful comment section I've seen in awhile

[@GigawingsVideo]

Because both haters and lovers of the new TG all agreed this is actually a well made video. This is what TG fans wants.

[@fatal3sgte]

I lost my dad back in 2006, he was instrumental in my love of vehicles and that love will never die. Us petrol heads always have a spark that ignites our passion for cars and yours seems to be enduring. You and Neil are doing an amazing job at conveying the emotion in an unfiltered way, keep carrying the keys my friend.

[@Zadster]

For Chris's mum. For my mum, For mums everywhere, past, present and future. Thank you.

[@odiseven]

The way these Mini's corner is pure brilliance.

[@alexdean3794]

Favorite Journalist, in undoubtedly my favorite car of all time. I've been waiting for this to happen for years. Thank you so much to everyone involved! Sorry to hear about your mum Chris, amazing way to pay tribute.

[@TheGrandTourBMW]

Chris harris IS the best journalist

[@stevewaller6577]

The BBC should scrap TG and give Chris a show that he can create, his YT stuff is far better than what we see on the old fashioned box in the living room. Also, sincere condolences to you an your family on the passing of your mum, I am sure she is up on high and watching proudly.

[@lucioledizerot196]

All my condolences Chris! And great video

[@TheThunderwars]

I have a 90bhp classic mini and an E30. Got both for pennies, restored them and tuned them. I'm 24 with those two beauties in my garage, life is good.

[@runrabbitrunracing]

I love these videos and glad that Chris is still producing content for the KZbin audience...people often equally as geeky when it comes to cars.

[@djoetma]

Well, it's the top Gear crew who does the production, let's give the right credits to the right people. But indeed cool that Chris is doing these items. Not sure when these items were recorded though.

[@stefanpetrov8]

@@djoetma Not really the TG crew but Chris Harris' older crew from the Chris Harris on Cars videos, Neil Carey is a legend

[@djoetma]

@@stefanpetrov8 Are you sure? Because you're saying they there are two teams working on this channel then? Also, production wise they've made a step then...

[@stefanpetrov8]

@@djoetma Look at the credits after the ending. It's literally Chris and Neil with two other people, that's it. This is basically the people from Chris Harris on Cars plus another person or two. It is Chris Harris on Cars just on a different channel. The Top Gear TV stuff uses a massive crew.

[@djoetma]

@@stefanpetrov8 You're right. Pretty cool that TG just took them and probably provided them with the means to up the production.

[@Tristar_Darren]

OMG, This is racing!! Drove my mum's 1974 mini when I passed my test & it was the best driving experience of my life!! God bless you & your mum Chris, may she forever be proud of your exploits!! 🙂

[@256k_]

my dad passed away a few weeks ago as well.. somehow seeing Chris saying this made me feel better

[@JfPaV1032]

Love how Chris drives and throws Cars around, hopefully 1 day I'll make it to goodwood

[@jameseastwood4984]

For me no one can drive/talk/write as well as Chris can. He's the benchmark of the new breed of car journalists/video-bloggers.

[@brokenacoustic]

Get in touch with Bad Obsession Motorsports and test drive Binky when its done!

[@punkbassist98]

In 7 years

[@StMidium]

@@punkbassist98 Ever the optimist, I see... 😉

[@geraldswain3259]

WTF for, it will be time for Chris's retirement before that's finished.

[@brokenacoustic]

@@geraldswain3259 You cant rush perfection!

[@TRUENO83MOBILE]

@@punkbassist98 10*

[@harveysmith100]

For those not fortunate enough to have grown up on proper Minis. Let me explain how much fun they are. In the sixties when the Cooper's came out, lot's of Formula 1 drivers bought them as their daily drives. That tells you all you need to know.

[@geofo60]

Couldn’t agree more, I bought my first Mini in 1967. It was a 1959 Austin Seven (as the first ones were named). Then in 1969 I bought a 1963 Mini Cooper in Almond Green/Old English White, that car was so much fun and never let me down. I’m currently searching for one or an ‘S’ to enjoy in my late years before the clock stops ticking. Great cars that have become one of, if not the most iconic of British motoring heritage.

[@JasonWaterfalls13]

Condolences about your mom Chris. Great video, thank you, this is what Top Gear SHOULD be. Wish the execs would just let Chris do his thing and pick his co-hosts.

[@cdb5001]

Rory is good when allowed to do interviews or journalism. LeBlanc ain't bad, but he's not passionate about it. The real problem is how they overproduce the show. Let them be natural.

[@unscrecon1]

This is what Chris Harris is all about. It's why his you tube channel was so loved.. BBC pay attention... Top gear died with the departure of the original three. Just put Chris in a car an let him do what he does so naturally! Entertain people with his honest love for all things car related.

[@FAT8893]

Died with the departure of the original three? Their last few seasons before their departure are CRAP! It's just unbearable to watch, and they still at it today with their Amazon Prime show. That ambulance challenge is by far the worst offender.

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

Make the program about cars again. Bring in Harry Metcalfe too.

[@k-ron7403]

What an absolute joy to watch! So sorry to hear about your mum Chris. What a way to honour her memory though. Sure she will be so proud of her boy doing what he does best. Take care

[@Jewsenburg]

Sorry Chris, I hope you feel better about what happend. God bless your mum👍🙏

[@fredgrove4220]

My first car was a 1960 mini 850. and I thrashed it mercilessly. Loved it. Since then I have had a further 6 Mini's, and loved all of them.

[@mohammadrasoulfard-habibi3066]

This was pure class, thanks Chris. Sorry to hear about your mum. May she rest in peace.

[@Phantom_Driver_DXB]

May you rest in peace Mrs Harris. Behind every great man is a great woman who raised him. Thank you for gifting us such a gentleman 🙏❤

[@blowenfuse]

I'm sorry to hear about your mother, it's a beautiful way to honour her and it's so lovely that you got share her love of cars and racing. I love my mini and they really are fantastic around a track, I would urge everyone to try it.

[@andrewstokoe1850]

Condolences Chris, but please beg TG/BBC for this wonderful Chris Harris on Cars pieces become a part of the full show. These are true passionate car nut videos, beautifully shot without any TG 'Shakey Cam'

[@janvanrees7055]

I had a mini with a Mini Metro MG tuned 1275 that raced on Zandvoort . This is making my hart jump again.

[@remembertheporter]

ah, RIP Chris's Mum, strength bro, great film x

[@reginaldbowls7180]

You really gotta love the UK for their love of motorsports :)

[@friktionrc]

Yeah…we’re a funny bunch over here …we don’t have the space to race like say in Oz or Stateside so no huge Baja races etc….but we do love our ‘motors’/ motorsports so make up for it with these sorts of shenanigans lol 🇬🇧…if you haven’t watched it yet, check out BTCC (British Touring Car Championship races) from the 1980s and before….pretty much all the road going cars our mums and dads drove, yet racing around the tracks across the country…lots of ‘rubbing’ etc hahahaha

[@duddsification]

217bhp per ton which is the same as a 2015 VW golf R that's amazing 😂🥰🤤😱

[@MrClimberdave]

And 1/2 the size! Amazing!

[@IDontWantAHandle101]

@@MrClimberdave Probably double the fun to drive :-)

[@SLUGZGamingchannel]

It's also about the same as an E39 M5 too.

[@IDontWantAHandle101]

@@SLUGZGamingchannel with the agility of a house fly 😂

[@garethchild]

I remember the Mini races in the 1970s at touring car weekends when I had to stand on a chair to see. Absolutely loved it.

[@K777John]

Brilliant film, that is what Mini’s were made for-racing, and Chris is the best journo around to appreciate them. Respect for continuing with this so soon after loosing your mum Chris, but what a brilliant tribute to her. I am old enough to remember Gerry Marshal monstering an 850 mini around Brands Indy circuit and setting the outright 850 lap record-anyone who remembers Gerry will know he was a BIG man......

[@chrissullivan5444]

Thank you Mr Harris and Mr Swift A superb way to celebrate the life of your Mum Chris, she would be very proud!

[@johndavey72]

This does remind me of the pick up l had in the late '70's . I bunged a 1300 out of a scrapper into it. With the smaller wheels it was a hoot ! Over took a friend on Shaldon bridge and he said he was doing 90! But overtaking a newish Triumph Stag up Telegraph Hill with an upright piano tied in the back and my wife holding our daughter in the passenger seat ! Something l will never forget ! Thanks Chris .

[@Pirate-Scorcher-1998]

I love the classic mini coopers. Ohh dear I’m sorry to hear about your mom :c

[@TheRobflanagan]

Chris Harris gentleman and genius. I’ve been privileged to follow you from your Autocar days; a truly inspirational and talented journalist and driver. You make it look easy. But like all mega talented people that’s undoubtedly because you work so hard whilst also being the bloke at the bar in the local who’d happily chat about anything. I remember a very early video of yours where you were “analysing” which shoes to wear for a first drive and that’s before you drove and F40 against an F50. As I said....genius. I don’t know you or your your family but hearing about your mum’s passing brought tears to my eyes. I have no other words other than to offer my condolences. It’s wonderful to hear that she raced minis. Mother and son. X

[@MWPompert]

Top class racing. Thise Mini’s and never dull. Saw them 10 years earlier in a star shodded grid being driven on the limit. My first car too, and for sure will be the most fun one I will ever have had. Thanks Chris and crew for the gem of a video

[@JDMlover89]

Mini has always been one of my most favorite cars.. It has so much character and very Britain, Cheers

[@Bucketroo]

Big up to Chris's mum. We had Minis when I was growing up in France. Love 'em to bits!

[@matthewstocker6888]

This is TG. Chris doing what he loves and doing it well. It doesn't need celebrities. Chris you are in my prayers.

[@AndyQuinton]

This is the sort of stuff I'd like from Top Gear on the telly. I wish the BBC would hire more actual motoring journalists like Henry Catchpole to work alongside Harris.

[@ukdub]

Condolences Chris, but what a way to remember. Been reading and watching your work for years. You really are top of the game in motoring journalism

[@amosmichaeleligius8688]

Sorry to hear about your mom Chris. Hope you get over your loss soon. We're all here for you. ♥️

[@michaelkenny4124]

In absolute awe of your driving, the way the video is shot....everything! My deepest sympathy regarding your mum Chris, i'm sure she is mega proud of you.

[@arthurspringthorpe]

There's a tear in my eye...

[@jimclarke1108]

I owned a 1970 cooper s back in the day, it gives me great pleasure to watch you drive it ,but then i watch everything that Chris drives

[@stingofpurlear8]

Apologies on the loss of your mother chris your my absolute favorite automotive journalist, racing driver and you seem to be a great gearhead and all around human being, I'm glad you did the same thing I did when I lost my brother and went out and raced in their memory

[@hamishcameron-eveleigh787]

Absolutely amazing from top gear, and a master class from Chris, nick swift and the rest of the pack and engineers. Motorsport at its finest

[@timcochrane4245]

Could you imagine if Chris Harris and Henry Catchpole teamed up to head Top Gear?? Ooft.

[@camryt]

Add Jethro and you have the perfect cocktail.

[@kalobfansler1941]

The way they dance around the corners is absolutely beautiful.

[@avfcfan2]

My condolences on losing your mum Chris, but what a way to remember her! You sir are one of the best drivers with a natural talent to bring out the best in anything with four wheels, long may it continue!

[@slacksmeridian]

Ah man, Brought a tear to my eye. Do it for Mam! Sending all my love, you are my favourite car guy!

[@betterpreparedness5167]

Brilliant. I've really enjoyed Swift's tussles with all the big cars over the years of Goodwood videos. Very sorry for your loss, Chris.

[@SmallBlogV8]

That was just glorious. I wish this type of thing was justifiable to put on the TV show, or even Extra Gear. It deserves the biggest audience it can get. Best wishes to you and your family, Mr. Harris.

[@smsjmsjsk4575]

The only new presenter I actually like. He seems like the only one who has a true passion for cars and that’s what top gear’s about.

[@carmiethompson2676]

Sorry for the loose of your Mom Chris. I've always enjoyed your video's & now that I know that your Mom had an influence in your love of cars & racing, I want to say a belated...Thank You Mrs. Harris!

[@warummussmeinnameangegeben6502]

I have never driven a Mini but DAMN - it looks so fun! I had to smile so much just watching Chris dance the Mini around the circuit

[@rebelranter]

Love Chris Harris videos and love the Mini! After 2 false starts my first car was a 1976 Mini that, after 4 engines ended up with a 1300cc Metro engine. The best way I could describe an 18 year old me drive it was “fearless”! Great fun. It started my car obsession. I have a tuned R53 Cooper S now as a toy and it reminds me of my original car albeit more portly. So sorry to hear about your mum Chris, take care.

[@petergordon4525]

Still fantastic little cars, had a Cooper back in 72 and 73, if I remember correctly the power output was 55 bhp, and the Cooper S was around 70 bhp. So the fact they are managing 130 from them nowadays shows how engine tuning has developed!

[@TheAslakVind]

Chris: Imagine the entire F1 field doing a Mini race, before each F1 race. Like the old Pro!

[@Vampirebear13]

My deepest condolences Chris on your mother's passing. My Mom died Dec.16th,2018 so I know how you feel. Much love from Ohio.

[@jonathandavies7462]

My Mini has a 1220(998 - small bore, long stroke) engine, drives like a dream ...and is willow green too :)

[@mikev3999]

My condolences Chris. I don't suppose you read these but it struck me as an interesting coincidence coming from our favourite automotive reviewer... my mother passed away on March 1st and she had two original minis, which kick-started my love of cars at a very early age. Thanks for all the very informative and enjoyable videos. Cheers from Ontario, Canada!

[@robertlyons452]

Always blown away by the cinematography of Top Gear videos, oustanding working. Also my condolences Chris, your mum sounded like an amazing woman.

[@eddieallen6401]

Sorry to hear about your mum Chris. What can I say. My dad owned three Cooper S in the 1960s including an almond green 1275. Love the stance of these race cars on 10 inch Minilites. Chris, best car journo on the telly/internet/thing. Neil: beautifully shot and edited. Next level stuff.

[@mufcwelch]

Sorry for your loss Chris! On a more positive note you’re the only thing keeping Top Gear alive well done you!

[@SundayRacers]

Condolences for your loss Chris. Amazing you were together enough to be able to do this. Fair play to you.

[@breakshot7451]

i lost my father this year who was a rally car driver in his early days , he took me with him to his races, i loved the smell of leaded fuel , mobil shc, and rubber , been a gearhead since, i have heard you became the adult when you lost one ore both of your parents i don t know if i like this feeling

[@evilmario6061]

Sorry to hear about your mum, Chris. Fond memories of Goodwood with my dad and uncle. Great racing, as ever. Best wishes

[@RossMacfarlane25]

A masterclass in motoring videos. Brilliant!!

[@chengteh]

Now this is how you film a race! I love he commentary taking us through the lap! Excellent as always sir!

[@TeddyE11]

Sorry to hear about your mother Chris. Huge amount of respect for sharing to us all. Keep your chin up pal 👊🏾

[@beauchamphuberville1355]

I miss my mini...drove a cooper at an experience day a while back. Most fun on track. Full stop,.

[@Murhamdilah]

Condolences Harris. My dad had two minis back in the 80’s. Might get one myself.

[@odfkjdhgovj]

Sorry to hear about your mum, Chris. She clearly done a fine job with yourself and I'd have loved to thank her for partly creating one of my top 3 motoring journalists of all time. Great video and driving as always.

[@gavinivers8941]

So sorry to hear with the loss of your Mum. Epic racing.

[@9adrda]

Love this kind of videos by Chris! And I want a Mini

[@jpalasz123]

God I love that mini, I so want one

[@mediocrefriedchicken3944]

Best wishes Chris. Much thanks to your mum for raising and contributing to the passion of the best car presenter in the world

[@RS133TWING]

Great to see that not only Chris got a job with Top Gear. That Neil was able to come with him as well. Top camera work as always. As others have echoed as well. My condolences to your mum Chris.

[@Jdog1681]

I saw a wonderful video on KZbin of Nick Swift racing a Mini against an Alfa GTA. Amazingly talented driver and gave that Alfa a run for its money! Best racing I've seen in a long time. Great content

[@marcusFZ6]

Mini driving and racing at its very best. No Brakes, just lift off a touch then smash the throttle again - Pure Magic. I had 90hp out of my Mini RSP Cooper with the John Cooper "S" package - 130 would be mental.

[@Mrtallguy76]

Love that you have Elf/Hornet and Travellers dicing with the little Cooper S !

[@reginaldbowls7180]

WOW ! I can't believe your Mum raced minis! That's so cool! She musta been mighty proud of you boy. I'm sure she's dearly missed. Much love from Canada! :)

[@josetraba6695]

So sorry Chris I've been there recently. You are doing a great job at my dream job. Working sometimes for me helped to mitigate sorrow. It will take a while to lower the hurt but it never really leaves you. It is my experience. Everyone is a bit different. Keep moving forward. All the best.

[@simonthomas5367]

Hey Chris (and Nick of course!). Sorry to hear about your Mum. I know that's weird as I don't know you or her but I've followed you since the days of Autocar! You know how it is. Gotta love those Minis! I'm still happy every time I take out my Cooper MkII. With a few mods of course.....

[@swright4171]

Saddened to here about your mum Chris; a perfect way to commemorate her life. All the best.

[@simes205]

Condolences. I was at MM 77 watching from inside the chicane - awesome.

[@FAT8893]

I love how they update the mechanical components with newer products of today, yet still keep that classic design. What a beauty that Mini is.

[@MJWVI]

My condolences to you Chris for the loss of your Mum. Chin up mate and keep the spirit up.

[@g.w.7893]

04:00 - You can see Chris rare emotion there, quickly back to talking Minis. Hang in there mate.

[@alenr708]

I love this video! Anytime I am actually in my garage, or if its an early morning right before I head to the track, I love watching this video as it puts me in good spirits. Thank you Chris and Top Gear for being a Legend

[@Captain_Vimes]

Condolences on your loss Chris, your mum sounds amazing! Great video too. I had a mini as my first car and always dreamt of a proper cooper s with moustache grill, external door hinges and 10” wheels. Still do! Looked great fun and I just want one even more now!

[@JacK-yr8ri]

Really sorry to hear about your mum Chris, I also lost mine a few years ago when I was in my early twenties. It get's a bit easier over time and in a good way, she'll alway be in the back of your mind.