Jaguar XK150 Restoration EP14

[@alancrossley4461]

As a 73 year old English man it is wonderful to see such a dedicated and highly skilled person with incredible attention to detail producing such amazing work.

[@RichardMichaelOwen]

Thanks Alan great to hear from you.

[@kenfritz9689]

Your work on the XK150 FHC looks gorgeous. In 1960 I was a teenager driving my dad`s early `58 FHC like the one you did, but with black trim. Now I drive a fully restored late `58 XK150S OTS in BRG over tan trim. Congratulations on a very fine job. Thanks for sharing.

[@geoffreystearns1690]

I've owned seven of the older jags including an XK150S roadster, but the 150 coupe was the one I ultimately wanted but never owned. Thanks for the tour of this gorgeous model.

[@regsparkes6507]

How does one describe this video in a few words,... Near Perfection, comes to mind, Well done Richard. Thanks for the segment with Rudi, it was most enjoyable.

[@gazzafloss]

I think I feel I have just died and visited "Automotive Heaven". You've done a wonderful job on the XK 120 Richard, and thanks for taking us all along to Rudi's.

[@gazzafloss]

@Graham yes of course, ta...

[@stevewilliams7956]

Master craftsmanship all round, great seeing this old cat tastefully restored to better than new condition. Absolute credit to everyone involved.

[@jagvette1]

WOW we are honored that you show us this :) You should be so proud of what you have achieved, IT IS BEAUTY Richard I know you are a great lover of originality BUT you and this customer have come to an agreement on a absolutely stunning car. I'm SORRY I can't resist is that a new wiring harness. Just busting you. What an amazing car collection that gentleman has.

[@kennethjvanvolkenburg]

Hi, I'm an 87 yr old Army veteran that has owned and raced 31 Jaguars in my past, from 3 MKV,s to several V-12 cars. I raced a c model during my stint in Germany 1954 thru 1957. I really enjoyed the Mark !V. I/ve never had one. I've seen 2 others in the past, tried unsuccessfully tried to buy them. Excellent work on the 150. I had a drop head 150 in Virginia in 1966. Keep upthe excellent work.

[@robertsalanon2909]

Quel magnifique résultat !! Jaguar , c·est un autre monde et Michael aussi !!...Congratulations ...

[@cruzncrow380]

WOW MAN! LUV D HELL OUTTA THAT JAG! I'm a Jag lover! Kinda reminds me of my 1963 TR 3's 64 TR4 N A 67 TR6 Triumph's I used to have N Luv Bk in D 80's! Same kind of rims motor N carbs I saw there! Now I got a 2003 S-type Jag I'm tryin to get bk in shape! Nothn like D old Jags thou but it takes W/It takes! Luv D job U did on that Beautyful Jag! Congrats! WOW!

[@LouisA.Lazarus]

Better...BETTER...than factory. Never understood why anyone could own a car like this and be proud to drive it in unrestored, shabby, dented, torn, rusty "original" condition and then brag about THE PATINA!! Holy smokes, give me a break. These are beautiful cars and when everything on them is absolutely pristine and perfect, THAT BEATS ORIGINAL any day of the week. Great job!! Isn't it a shame we humans can't be "restored" when it becomes time? Oh well, love the car. It's beautiful.

[@chrischallis4240]

Wowww..one of the best videos I have ever seen..stunning British cars..thanks..

[@brianmelville1096]

RMO waited weeks and weeks and weeks for this episode checked online every morning, stunning final episode and your guy Rudi should be required watching, away to kiss my 150 now , thanks so much for the series Richard, will miss it

[@ThomasMulhall]

Top quality work, Richard! That tour of Rudi's museum/shop was over the top. What a genuine, nice man- it must have been fun to work for him in the heyday. I learned a great deal about Jaguars from this series, and I noticed so many similarities between the Jaguar and Astons that I suffer with- I mean work on. Even the shape of the upper part of the rear view mirror and those special slotted attachment screws. The carb access panel was copied on the DB4-DB6 cars as well. Just a pleasure to watch and your narration is always very good. Your customer must be thrilled with her, and good on him for his good choices. Lastly, you're 1000% right about all those restoration shows, especially the ones with the fake deadlines. They don't show you the horrors of component failures, parts delays, incorrect parts, etc. Overall, a very enjoyable series and a wonderful finished product. Your Wurth guy must love you for putting his kids thru college :) Cheers, Tom

[@cornelisoui6367]

This is it ! Il n'y a pas au dessus.Sublime.

[@mikehatch2114]

Great episode. The videos choreography and music showcase your beautiful island, beautiful cars and attention to detail. Thank you.

[@mikedx2706]

Nice video of a beautiful Jaguar.

[@justinmueller9579]

Richard, thank you so much for sharing this, I have no words... Speechless

[@philtucker1224]

Wonderful wonderful cars. If there was a word to take you beyond perfect, then it could be used during the description of some of these wheeled artworks. Thank you so much for sharing these beauties with us Richard, and please pass on my own heartfelt compliments to your dear friends. 🙏🇬🇧

[@chrisfrench8323]

Congratulations to you and your Dad, Richard. You must be so proud. What a piece of art!

[@americanpatriot2422]

Very nice. Outstanding restoration. Beautiful.

[@paulcarne2545]

Netflix could make a 3 part documentary in Rudi's garage; incredible. I've loved this series, kept me fascinated during lock-downs. Unlikely I'll ever have the wherewithal to have you restore a Jaguar and ship it back to the UK, but I'll buy another lottery ticket now just in case...

[@patrickyoung3503]

I'm gob smacked Richard , just blown away . You have every right to be proud of your work . A professional to your finger tips

[@artistglyn]

I had a 150 in old English white with red leather interior in 1973 in the UK. Watching this reminds me of what a superb car it was.

[@marcodebarkingville1827]

The Jag and it's journey from start to finish was great but Rudi's presentation was incredible. Has obviously had a very successful business and is now enjoying the fruits of his labor.👍

[@blastoffblue]

Awesome Richard! So great to have Rudi give you his stamp of approval. I thought he might cry. It really is great to see the tradition not only carried on but with so much passion. Cheers!

[@marcryvon]

I thought *I* might cry ! Getting the stamp of approval from such a mentor is really something else ! 😊

[@IvanBoden]

Absolutely magnificent! I truly enjoyed watching this build. The attention to detail, superb craftsmanship and knowledge of processes, parts, history and all the nuances of restoration are impressive. Congratulations!

[@philippegerolemous4376]

Wonderfull episode , all i like about automobile passion

[@martinflanagan2506]

You have done a fantastic restoration ,you should be very proud of the end result, to have Rudi congratulate you is huge. Awesome videos I really enjoy them.

[@cornelisoui6367]

I had one in Pearl Grey. Sublime.

[@mickannieobrien2803]

Fantastic, just Fantastic XK150 restoration. Rich and Dad go straight to the "Top of the Class" amazing video and what a great visit to Rudi's garage what a Man!! I am just so sick in the guts with Jealousy!! Looking forward to your next video? Cheers from Down Under.

[@maxpacker5288]

i once owned a 56/ 57 mk 1 that xk brought tears to my eyes magnificent

[@ThePerformanceVideo]

Just came across your series and have been watching almost continuously for days! Excellent.

[@GaitaPonto]

What a delicious video. The Jag turned out a true masterpiece. And what to say about Mr. Koniczek and his fabulous collection? Wow!

[@rob-nb7oc]

Absolutely exquisite! Very well done.

[@allanconnor1013]

I am British Racing Green with envy. So sorry this series is over, I love your attention to detail and passion for automotive art work. Congratulations on your masterpiece.

[@richardwhatton1249]

A fantastic restoration Richard and what a nice and very interesting man Rhudi is. Kind regards, Richard

[@U_ever]

In a word, Awesome, absolutely Awesome Richard.

[@markblack195]

It looks fabulous you should be very proud of it, it's better than new and I'm sure the owner will be thrilled with the way the car has turned out.

[@jeremywestlake7770]

Thanks Richard for all the insights on the XK150. You put a lot of Ah!s into many of my Uh?s. Such dedication to detail. Congratulations on an amazing project.

[@scottthomas5999]

OUTSTANDING JOB. I loved every XK 150 episode. You should be very proud.👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@STANLIZ4]

A very honest assessment. A restoration mutates into a development project once resembled, which can be depressing. “don’t mess with Mona Lisa!” Never a truer word said! Very pleasing, you appreciate these British cars and invest so much time and money in them.An absolutely cracking job!

[@signjoey]

XK150 is my favorite...good job Michael.

[@kevinellsworth6335]

wonderful finale to a great restoration ...hope the owner enjoys the car as much I enjoyed watching you putting it together...

[@dcallan812]

She looks fantastic, worth the wait for the customer. 2x👍

[@rickgoldsack5367]

Congratulations to You your Father and all your support Team . The XK 150 is fantastic . A dream come true for the Owner.Also a thank you to Rudi for letting us view his Girls totally unblievable-Mind Boggling

[@tomfurie2996]

Wow! Best episode ever! Thanks for bringing us along Richard. I feel privileged to get a glimpse at all these classic beauties.

[@globaleye8]

I feel young again ! - driven most of these models "at speed" with the exception of the Morgans, including delivering a few new Sunbeam Tigers from London to Dusseldorf where I worked for Rootes there. Thanks again Richard & Rudi 😉for a demonstration on just how these vehicles should be restored.

[@propulsar]

Top job and what a collection Rudi has there absolutely awesome.

[@hartmutflemming2045]

So viel beautiful nice cars.....Perfect !.......2/ 2023 siehe auch " Reperaturbleche " an seinem geliebten Hut !

[@phillipdean9879]

The Jag is stunning! Keep the videos coming! 🇦🇺🍺🍺

[@latitude9.5north54]

You have outdone yourself Richard. This program is a keeper. Thank you!

[@mikef.1000]

What an amazing car, and what amazing work! Just such a wonderful video to watch, pure class all the way. And those BMW motorcycles... wonderful.

[@gordonwallin2368]

Beautiful!! Brakes, pipes, Tremec.. Cheers from the Pacific West Coast of Canada.

[@geofo60]

Kudos to you Richard and involved in the restoration of the XK 150. I’ve followed the project from the beginning and watching & listening to the passion put into the car I never expected anything less when seeing the final product. Thanks for the walk around at Rudy’s, absolutely awe inspiring workmanship. I’m going to have to find a quiet spot & watch the video again. Maybe on one of our beautiful Cotswolds roads, pull into a lay bye and drool over all of those pieces of mechanical art. Thanks for taking us along on the journey, every episode has been a pleasure to watch. Regards from England 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿👏👏👏

[@peterfeltham5612]

A truly magnificent job Richard, absolutely top,top class.

[@henryvanweeren7233]

Wishing I was back on Vancouver Island again. Cheers Richard from Hamilton, Ontario!

[@10wanderer]

I was a kid in the 50s , when he 150 came out I thought what an old fashioned car ,, now I think its beautiful

[@jorgennorrman4023]

Wooow !! What a exceptional automobile 🚘 you have built 😃. And your friend really have some amazing cars to, especially the 62 Morgan - WOW man !!! It's always a pleasure to watch your videos. Thanks a lot for everything man, I'm just flabbergasted 😲 again !!

[@davidnelson6893]

That guy is cool the cars as well

[@markhealy9361]

Fabulous job! One lucky owner.

[@davidcoan4899]

Fantastic work 👏👏👏👍

[@mikeg5877]

Bravo... so so enjoyable. What a treat!

[@stuarttaylor6493]

Cars most of us could only ever dream of owning and driving.

[@craigyirush3492]

Wonderful job. And the trip to Rudi’s was great.

[@grumpyoldfart1945]

Awesome! So beautiful and clean; I would hate to drive it as it will never be as pristine as it is today.

[@Carnold_YT]

That is a gorgeous XK150, I really enjoyed following this series, keep up the good work! All the best from Holland!

[@jamescarney6894]

Richard, a man with your great talent and commitment to detail no longer needs approval from past masters, you are one already! Congratulations on your latest masterpiece ~ absolutely beautiful.

[@artagain8977]

Nicely done all around.

[@billmeldrum2509]

Wonderful result. Great tour! Thanks. 🇨🇦

[@marcryvon]

My only comment here Richard Michael : 😳🤩 ! No, really, what a fabulous job you have done on this magificient car ! I'm in awe ! I've been foloowing you since your budget rebuild of the scrap yard engine with the help and counselling of your Dad for your own E-Type of some years ago. And now to this extraordinary shall we say logical "resto-mod" car for your fortunate Florida client. The visit to your mentor was poignant. I felt Rudi's pride while appreciating your work. And your own nervousness getting his approval. That was so loaded with emotions ! ❤️ It reminded me of my own reunion with a high school teacher who had a dramatic influence in my life. Me, being so shy and timid, bullied all the time. I was so proud to show him what I'd become because of him. If I may, you with the help of media friends MUST do a documentary on this unusual man. Only his tool box by itself is a testimony of great years and anecdotes ! I could'nt help noticing the BRE sticker on it. Being a serious Datsun fan of the era, I'd REALLY like to know his involvement with them ! Rudi and his past employees, now artisans on their awesome own. There are so many few craftsmen nowadays ! Richard Michael, you're now invested with the bright continuation and preservation of your Dad and Rudi's artwork. You have no choice, *mon ami* ! Cheers ! Marc from Varennes, Québec PS Aaaah, the sound of a Jag straight six. Unmistakable ! Unique.

[@davesimpson7416]

Congrats a real beaut Jag.

[@angrygardener2430]

Really enjoyed this series, learned lots and it was nice to meet your “mentor” Rudy

[@geoffhann4109]

Wonderful accolade, richly deserved. His collection is simply stunning.

[@bobmillerick300]

Absolutely amazing collection of cars by your friend. Priceless. Congrats on your XK150 completion, a truly beautiful automobile. As always, thank you for sharing the video. Cheers

[@jeanhawken4482]

Beautiful

[@edsamson8402]

Excellent job Richard! Really impressed with your work, you’re a Picasso or a Michelangelo of car restoration..👍👍

[@ivanashley7875]

Wow, such a beautiful car in such a sensational setting. You may be losing the use of the car Michael, but your keeping the setting and as someone who lives in a similar setting in Cheshire England, I know which would be the more painful to lose. Fantastic work, by you and God.

[@TheEulerID]

What a simply beautiful car. The, by now, long dead designers of the XK150 would never have imagined that they were designing a car that would still be running 70 years after it was built. However, it's a testament to their skills, the love of the owners and yourself that is now still with us, and in a condition better than it ever left the factory. If any of the assembly line workers that put that car together are still alive, they are now approaching or in their 90s. I wonder what they think?

[@peterhaan9068]

Richard - Well worth the wait and the end result was outstanding! Thanks for the tour of the finished project and especially the visit with Rudi and his 'girls!'

[@The_Automobilist]

Great finale Richard! Congratulation on this excellent restoration. You definitely set a high bar with the standards you followed. It was a great journey watching you and a great inspiration on my own restorations. Thanks and congrats again, Chris

[@billproud6699]

Absolutely beautiful resto.

[@ronschwolsky1626]

Richard, Congratulations! A job well done!! If Rudi approves, you know you've kicked butt. Really enjoyed the tour of his garage too. He seems like such a cool and humble man. Cheers to you both!

[@smacdougall100]

Fantastic finale to the XK150 project Richard, thx very much again! Really well produced with clear, helpful explanations 👏👏. The tour of Rudi's garage was an added bonus 👍. Looking forward to the next series, and chatting with you again soon.

[@GrandpaTig]

Great job all round... 😎

[@RichardMichaelOwen]

Thanks Paul, really happy with how the body, paint and fittings came together on this one

[@darbo23]

What a superb result on the XK, really well done! And that collection!

[@tonickmoss]

Wow! Congratulation. it turned out beaitufully. it was a nice journey to follow...

[@davidwollangk178]

I was really looking forward to your final reveal of that beautiful Jag.! Amazing!

[@markxl]

Excellent video tying things up.

[@simoncarney9944]

What a fabulous restoration! Hats off to you and your dad for incredible attention to detail. Thank you for sharing this series with us. I can’t wait for the next one.

[@bobfrankish8883]

What can a mere human being say, simply superb. Jaguar is probably one of the very few things that makes me proud to be British. I have watched so many restoration shows, probably too many if you were to ask my wife, and I this car is up there with the best. If you or anyone watching has not yet latched onto Retropower Cars KZbin channel, it is definitely worth checking out. Although I am more a lover of your style of thinking and restoration' i.e. originality before modification, their jobs are probably better on a point of the future rust proofing of the car. That being said, I will follow your channel now with interest.

[@RichardMichaelOwen]

Thanks Bob, yes retro power go a step farther with their hot zinc spray, but really modern paints and cavity spray are good enough

[@bobfrankish8883]

@@RichardMichaelOwen Hi Richard, lovely to talk to you. I think you're right. There's something about being able to see what's going on. How many times have we come across galvanised steel with rust under the zinc? Also, they use a thick coat of raptor, which also means rust can be festering away underneath completely hidden until it's far too late.

[@dwaynedodman7409]

What a brilliant series on this XK150 restoration. Congratulations superb work by yourself and your team.

[@ronaldmacpherson3345]

Really nice. I restored a 1967 S Type and it was so great

[@johnclarke2553]

Congratulations and thanks, Richard. And to all the team. It has been a truly absorbing and inspirational series. They truly are automotive art works.

[@lenjames]

Outstanding restoration sir. I love your channel as it is always full of interesting things.

[@TexasRed167]

I love watching you and your Dad at work. Great car restorations

[@Alan52L]

Fantastic detailed restoration Richard, the showroom was amazing, what a collection of fantastically preserved and restored cars. Thank you.

[@jimshaver898]

I was waiting from episode to episode, never a disappointment but the final revel was one I was super stoked about and you hit a Grand Slam my friend.. I am so impressed and adding in Rudi was brilliant, a great homage to his mentorship, You and your dad are amazing!

[@ralphmillais5237]

Great video, and great job on the XK150. My only slight concern is that the spacer on one side only has tilted the axle and will result in different camber angles side to side on the rear wheels. I think it preferable to have the offending spring treated. Many years ago I used to know a spring specialist that could recamber leaf springs to correct this sort of thing, but it was an irritating and time consuming procedure and involved some degree of trial and error.

[@regunter6599]

I love the XK 150 but I still believe the XK 120 is my favorite.

[@abraxasracing]

Beautiful car and it sounds great!