CHRIS BUYS A RARE 70s CLASSIC !!! FILMED ON AN IPHONE 14 PRO

[@jasoncharlton]

Anything that make’s Chris happy make’s us happy… he deserves this and more….

[@tristanmorgan8407]

Spot on totally agree 😀😀

[@xvsupremacy7190]

Yeah just look at his beaming face 😁!

[@carllockpick6179]

Well said.

[@matthewfairbrass2166]

Well said mate

[@richardsarcheryreviews]

1000% agree he's so happy with he's like a kid in a sweet shop

[@SJR313]

Hi Chris and Rob, IMHO the reason you guys are successful is that you’re both genuine and you do things you both love! So when Chris and yourself go out and treat yourselves to something (a lawnmower, pick up, Reliant or anything else) it’s because YOU like it and not just channel content….however it’s because viewers love what you do it’s the reason we tune in…you don’t need to see what we want, for me, it’s you guys I tune in for and what you work on is a bonus!

[@Theunderratedlawyer]

I’ve not laughed at a video so much in a long time. Seeing Chris so happy is amazing! He clearly does like unique vehicles.

[@philtucker1224]

Perfect for taking the jet-ski down the estuary! 😎

[@miketherefurbisher8000]

Ideal little utility truck for Chriss to use around the farm, or restore it to its former condition etc. Whatever he does I'm sure he will enjoy sorting it. Thanks Guys 👍👍

[@paulsmith3316]

I echo everything that has been said. Chris' reaction throughout is priceless. This world is a better place with this amount of joy in it.........

[@rabbitearsdotcc]

Brilliant video - good on you for doing something fun. Clearly this should have a motorcycle rack on on side - and a couple of DJ decks on the other side. Would look great at retro summer festivals...although whether they're mod or rocker is up to you...

[@mickboakes7023]

The smile on Chrises face! Brilliant. Everybody needs a Chris in their life. Good luck to you both. Mick.

[@TheCarSouls]

Love it! Probably get more attention driving along in that than Rob's Lambo!

[@chriswilkes4350]

I think the little truck is adorable. Chris is an engineer, and this little fellow is interesting to work on. Anyone can own an Audi, but how many people have one of these? I think it's great!

[@lygase]

Chris deserves that little truck as much as we deserve the "will it run" video! Well done guys!

[@Wayne-R-]

Seeing Chris face when he fist seen it just proves it’s the simple things in life that make you happy

[@hazzalandy]

Never mind car vertical, go round a roundabout too quick it'll be car horizontal. Cracking to see, love quirky vehicles

[@antonyquinnell4879]

Chris and Rob's mobile coffee truck 🚚 ☕️

[@thefloorkiller]

This is great, I knew Chris would buy this and I am glad he did, it's great to have this on the channel, it's an early Ant, I do remember our local Council having a couple of these in the early 80s for the parks and gardens as pick ups for moving plants, tools garden rubbish and the like. My mate,s Dad served his time with Reliant and that little engine was Reliant,s own and a surprisingly good little motor of 850cc used across the Reliant range apart from the Scimitar of course. I am going with the idea of a bike transporter doubling as a parts carrier maybe and would be great period sign written for advertising the business, good luck with it, it's fantastic

[@williamwales6619]

Never any doubt about which "vehicle" Chris was going to take/purchase. Chris said he goes back to 1970.I go back a wee bit futrher than that. Used to see these in abundance at Glasgow Central station and at my Local big bakery . I knew them as shunters moving all the stuff round off the Mail Trains. They were pretty common in the 1960/70s. No seen one for many a year.. Be good to see it running about again.

[@2377ryanable]

Hi guys I have a 1974 ant that I’m restoring got it running and repainted just on the brakes and back end now welcome to ant world lol 😂 Mines in green with a 750cc engine love it regards Kevin

[@paulnewnham6350]

This was mine I was restoring it for my dad but sadly he passed away and we sold it unfinished the colour is BMC teal blue the chassis is post office red the engine is a low mileage 850

[@recyclingelectronics-]

I love Chris, he’s an amazing guy . Ice cream van should be on the list 😂😂

[@Alexander_l322]

Great to see Chris happy he deserves it as do you Rob. Lovely thing this little 3 wheeled van is. Can’t wait to see what Chris does with it in the future.

[@silsbo7535]

Good for you, Chris! Buy what YOU like. Never explain, never apologise. Looking forward to see what you do with it. The bike carrier sounds great, and so does a little tipper.

[@Elvis_TheKing]

Did you find any half crowns under the seats Chris? 😉 On a serious note - so pleased for you! This has put a big smile on your face, worth every penny. Looking forward to seeing what you end up doing with it!

[@colliesheridan3248]

The wee truck would look well with a recovery body or a flat bed on it with a 70's ride on mower on the back and take it to vintage shows.

[@krissolanki8584]

So good seeing Chris’s happy face 👌🏽

[@commander_lard]

he was so happy! :) - the great thing about liking all sorts, is that there's so much out there and you can avoid the "scene" costs you get with the obvious classics, a carrier for a 70's bike would be awesome!

[@gleng6812]

You guys, in particular Chris 🤪 work so hard nobody could grumble or question treating yourself even if it's a 3 wheeled truck nobody has heard of. 👍 Big congratulations 👏

[@geofftoole9330]

Hi. I've just been looking at the you have got with the Range Rover Sport I've seen that you have got RPM on the diagnosis but no pulse up to the injector's and no fuel pressure up to the rail from the pump did you check the to see if the camshaft sensor has a feed and switching if not then the ECU won't pulse the injector's and won't open the pump fuel pressure to the common Rai line's. Hope this helps if you still have the problem once you have fitted the new pump The SDD diagnostic software might be the way to go. Geoff Toole

[@mikeclifton7778]

If the blue is the original colour I strongly suspect that it was a Reading Borough Council vehicle, the JH in the registration number corresponding to Reading would lend credence to this. A nice little dropside body with hardwood boarding would be perfect for it.

[@andrewchamberlain4691]

I'd go back and get the scooter too, now that would be cool

[@anthonymcroberts2760]

I remember when i was a kid the local council around Manchester used these as road sweepers, can't remember if they were orange or bright yellow in colour, a nice blast from the past.

[@southwalesmat]

Here we go guy's, Chris & Rob's mobile coffee van coming soon. Great Stuff.

[@shaunsteele7327]

Turn it into a coffee shop as you drink so much salvage coffee bean you could call it lol

[@Jonshome337]

Rob run it through car vertical 😂😂

[@davidbulleid5467]

Surfboard Carrier / Sales & Rental down in Cornwall ?

[@eliotmansfield]

overpriced gin/pizza bar too

[@nobbybrown8056]

The Ant is amazing. Surely you have to put a small bed on it and load a 1970's mower onto it's back, after all is is you Chris 'Mower Man'. To see you grinning from ear to ear just makes my day.

[@tomjohntig]

Just love it a three wheeled classic put a box on the back a couple of seats and a gaz stove of you go Chris, Salvage rebuilds decor and £1750 worth of big smiles

[@mikewestover6326]

How about a mobile coffee van, as you guy's drink so much coffee ☕☕

[@nickmaguire4914]

Someone in our town has (or had, not sure if he still has it) a converted Ape coffee cart

[@jam365days8]

Probably left hand drive because the driver of the road sweeper would need to be UK kerbside?

[@Mitch-Hendren]

Exactly right... they all are .. and right hand drive in right hand countries.

[@paulbradford8240]

A mobile coffee shop!

[@sicpac66t]

Its good to see something Chris is excited by, its what life should be about, all hard work and no play gets old.

[@bernardshieldstysonfive1009]

Hi Rob and Chris brilliant video again I have driven a reliant when I was 18 now 74 love Chris’s idea for caring motorcycle’s I love the way you two where having a good laugh I love to see that keep up your brilliant work and videos Bernard

[@pj180e1]

Guys, because it is no unique, what about renovating it into some sort of promotional vehicle for UK salvage Rebuilds? Something that you can possibly take to some shows to promote your channel?

[@stephencoombs1785]

Never seen 1 before, probably won't again, looks like a bond bug from the front,

[@FromMetayou]

Make it into a camper I'll be interested lol

[@paultubby6878]

Nice to see Chris so happy. He deserves it. I feel it’s a bargain personally. It’s unique and has nice history and lots of work been done. I no Chris will mint it and make it his own. I personally love the idea of a motorcycle carrier. Imagine that at a show with two classic bikes on the back.

[@anthonyhoran2543]

Funny seeing Chris’s face and how happy he was…….any other playful side of Chris brilliant

[@fillrobs7726]

£17.50 that's a bargain - I wouldn't have gone above twenty quid

[@jeffdavies688]

I think Chris will get more looks in that Reliant than you do in your Lambo...

[@johnelbro127]

I think this is a great thing to work on as I remember these when I was about 8 and the bread man used it to deliver and also the milk. I used to help them for one penny! Look forward to Chris doing his thing. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@arnoldleitch1532]

i cant be the only one thinking about how beautiful and simple it is inside and out! simpler days!! well done lads cant wait to see how it turns out

[@matthewrevell-hough8894]

A cheap bit of fun! What a conversation piece good for Chris!

[@MrMHD1980]

Never even knew these existed until I saw the video! Love it. Can wait to see what Chris does with it.

[@connorladelldzz6754]

Absolutely love it, proper unique and quirky little thing. I think a proper solid wooden bed would look sweet with the wooden sides 👌🏻 regardless what Chris does to it I'm sure it will amaze us all on how talented he is 👍🏻

[@have-a-gorepairhero2760]

Seeing Chris's smile was enough to know it was a sound investment. Loads of opportunities with this. If profit is needed something commercial like wedding, events or transport but in these trouble times a soup kitchen for the homeless or mobile food bank

[@markrobinson8539]

A Reliant Ant TW9 what a great vehicle. I had a 1965 Reliant Regal 3/25 saloon in the day. Happy Days. I am glad that Chris got the Reliant and I am sure that he will make a great job out of it

[@Charlie_Crown]

It has definitely landed in the correct hands with Chris, love to see this finished, hopefully we will 👌

[@tiocfaidharlaeringobragh2623]

Never seen Chris smile so much nice quirky little buy cant wait to see the end result great video as always guys 👍👍

[@johnstokes3144]

Love it. Knowing you both like coffee, what about one of those conversions into a coffee van. One where all the kit is accessed from the side/rear. I think its a bit small for one where you stand inside. Then you could go to shows and earn money while attending. But whatever Chris chooses it will be great quality.

[@GordonNicol]

What a fascinating vehicle, totally quirky. Total respect to Chris , he likes what he likes. I like TR7’s there’s no accounting for taste! I can’t wait for the” will it run” video and what ever he decides to convert it too, your subscribers will support him. Good on you mate!

[@skodakatie7341]

Bless, this lovely Ant certainly put a smile on Chris’ face, he definitely deserves a treat. I’m a fan of the Reliant three wheeler range, mainly because they are quirky, different, and oh so cute. I used to own a 1993 Robin LX, as a hobby car, I had it restored to factory original specification, then enjoyed many happy hours of fun driving it😊.

[@Niknak-noo]

Great to see Chris so happy!

[@alexdodd2131]

I subscribed when the subscriber count was under 100 and in all that time this is one of the best bits of content. So happy for Chris and I know it will come out great no matter what he does with it in the end. Articulation would be fun. Cheers guy's

[@mwatters8455]

Love it, Chris looks so happy I think a nice wooden flat bed or tipper back Would really show Chris’s mastery of the wood 🪵

[@sim6699]

Under £2k for such a fun vintage vehicle is great. I'm sure lots of enjoyment will be experienced. Camper conversion

[@campervanzoso]

Brilliant buy. Brings back memories, I've tipped two reliants over, a regal and a Robin, and my dad tipped his reliant regal over. Hope Chris has more luck, stabilisers might be an idea. 😁👍

[@TITANICSI]

Absolutely love it. I like the same sort of things as Chris and born in 1970, must be a 70’s thing lol. Really looking forward to him working his magic on this great little vehicle

[@rev66]

I liked that. I guessed Chris was going for that when he saw it a while ago. I think, fit a tow hitch tor your 70s/80s boat you got a few months ago and a nice wood flatbed.

[@keithvallance219]

Brilliant truck, being a Staffordshire lad I remember Reliant at Tamworth on the A5 before it closed. I used to work around that area for many years and it was the main employer. One of the main fibreglasses set up business up the road from the old factory building fire tender bodies. The truck needs Chris’s expert attention, can’t wait to see it run and move 😊

[@jlmfoy365]

Leave it out Rob, that Reliant is fabulous and to see Chris's face was priceless. Regards Jim.

[@TS-vj9dc]

Had a matchbox one of these in the 70’s . Well done Chris, this will turn more heads than anything else you’ve bought.

[@stevecampion53]

Hi Guys, just wanted to say how much I enjoy your videos, Im a retired old bugger living in Portugal, I am totally rubbish at anything which involves fixing cars or engines! but you put a smile on my face, keep on going and good luck to you both...

[@richardtodd1898]

New I phone is spot on,don’t think you need the microphones just keep it as you are that’s what makes the channel,you are salvage rebuilds not directors,love the buy from Chris would make a fantastic pick up lads

[@davharding5738]

Hi Chris, congrats on getting the Reliant. I half expected that that would have been your choice and mine too. I have loved the Reliant's for as long as I can remember. I wish you luck with whatever you choose to build on the back, I'm sure it will be a fantastic looking vehicle when it it finished. All the best.

[@nicnak4475]

Hey guys that Cooper S wasn't dear, A friend of mine sold his for 27k two years ago to a collector and there was a scrap mark one S on Bangers and Cash tv prog that was absolutely rotten and had been standing for 40 years, it made 19k ! Incidentally, it was starnge seeing the Frank Bettis Auto's sticker in the back of the one you were looking at, as I knew Frank Bettis well and used to trade cars with him.

[@HowardLeVert]

How outrageously happy is Chris?! I'm really pleased for him. I like that DS420 in the background.

[@richardthered]

I love the Ant, its a amazing little truck & its worth every penny. I have never seen one before only just pictures in books or magazines. Epic video, well done on the car Chris

[@doctorjet1]

Just don't go round a corner... unless slowly! You can't let him buy anything else until one of his existing projects gets finished! Great work guys.

[@mcplindgren]

What a buy from Chris there 👌🏻 he really looks chuffed with it. My first idea was backup truck for the new SR projects 😂 but when Chris mentioned putting motorbikes on the back of it, that would be the best idea I think 👍🏻 classic truck carrying classic bikes and have some old school signwriting on the sides too 🙂

[@glennlambert5112]

That looks so much fun. so much potential. Rob will have endless hours of spanner fun. got to be one of the most unique commercials about. camera quality excellent.

[@civicvtec92]

Definitely love the idea of a period correct bike on there. Should do a "Salvage Rebuilds Speed Shop" old school signage with oak plank sided bed and white wall tyres etc. Nice purchase Chris 👍

[@karpkatcher1070]

Best vid you have ever put out, you lads work hard and take a lot of risks, it's so nice to see you both laughing. I think a pick up, or a tipper would be the best end result, without getting too involved. Rob, the bonnet catch for the mini is behind the front grill.

[@fredjcarss7788]

Just thought. I used to occasionally drive a scammell scarab 3 wheel truck. The Scarabs steering wheel could do a 360 and experienced drivers glanced at the wheel direction as they approached so when they moved off it was in the right direction. These wee three wheelers got laughed at but were incredibly versatile. Great purchase.

[@ianbrender9524]

I thought the same regarding a motorcycle carrier. Late sixties or early seventies trail or scrambler bike on the back with Jerry cans, tool box etc.

[@robertmarsh9798]

Lovely Chris, that's a good buy. It would be nice to see an update when you have it where you want.

[@JohnDavis-ed5sg]

I love weird vehicles so well done Chris! I've got a Reliant Rebel Estate (4 wheel) which is a brilliant little car, and a GT V6 Coupe with the engine out at the moment. Reliant were still more interested in quality than most 60s and 70s car makers, their business depended upon buyer loyalty rather than high volume, especially with the 3 wheelers. I think a varnished wood dropside would look great. The colour looks more like Persian Blue as used on the later Morris small commercials. Ambassador blue has much less green in it.

[@davidbarnsley8486]

Old school timber flat tray with varnish and painting and the bike racks 👍👍

[@G4RY1159]

Chris's Ices Rob that new phone you bought will be like an old fossil in about 3 weeks, apple really have people right where they want them, total chancers IMO. Thanks again lads.

[@tonymetcalfe5068]

Gud on yer Chris as they say up here in Yorkshire,,if we were all the same life would be boring...I found a honda express in a ladies shed I was knocking down..it was her daughter's and hadn't been on the road since 1980, since then I have stripped it shot blasted it and powder coated the frame to as near as possible the original yellow some parts have been a bit tricky to find, mainly stuff comes from USA or Japan,,it's now finished and parked next to my R1 weekend toy in the garage...

[@SloopyDog]

It's great. I wish they still made them. I would buy one. I was a Reliant lover and they had the Reliant engine. You used to see them used as road sweepers. I would be glad to give him a profit on it.

[@escort622]

£5000 price tag when it’s done. I’d love that little Ant. Hope you enjoy every minute owning it Chris mate.

[@bourneagain3943]

Great video as always, I remember going around in one of those with a flat bed on the back in the early 80’s, it was a local council one and bright yellow, the noise was dreadful but the looks you got were so funny. Just enjoy it Chris.

[@michaelkeen5010]

If you type in Reliant TW9 road sweeper into your web search you will see pictures of an Ant road sweeper. They were lhd because it allowed the driver to keep the vacuum pipe and brush close to the kerb when sweeping. On the one pictured the fuel tank was totally different. Yours was registered in Hertfordshire so was likely operated by a council there.

[@whitacrebespoke]

There’s a lot to be said for having a different classic motor and this is about as different as it get. Good man Chris

[@williamnock8500]

Chris looks so bloody happy with his purchase 👍🏼 well done mate you well deserve it

[@garyroper7237]

as a young man i had a reliant van,could drive reliants on a motorcycle licence,this is a hilarious video bringing back memories.flat bed on the back,sign written by a proper sign writer,Chris is on a winner

[@glenfield9199]

A mini camper

[@dannyoutdoors5322]

I love your drive for buying Chris.. can't wait to see this project..

[@garethjones8636]

love it ,never seen Chris so happy! yet another great video guys .

[@andynightingale7335]

2 best mates and a funky little vehicle. Well done Chris hope we see a few videos on this and how it develops. Seeing you delighted with it was great to see. Well done lad! (nice tribute as well Rob. True car loving friends right there.)

[@Bootneck-RMC]

That was a really great buy for Chris and I think he should put a small body on the back and use it for carting garden waste, just like the councils used to do with their little 3 wheelers back in the day.😀👍

[@paulbradford8240]

I had five or six mini's over the years. The best being a 1275GT. A lot of people did put dual tanks into their mini's. Kits were available from several tuners. I didn't bother due to losing the space in the boot.