Smooth Roar: The Aston Martin V8 Vantage Noise Solved Part 2 | Tyrrell's Classic Workshop

In the heart of Tyrrell's Classic Workshop, Part 2 of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Le Mans story unfolds, further detailing the legacy of one of this intriguing classic car.
Join Iain as he dives into the meticulous journey of bringing a distinct piece of Aston Martin's history back to its former glory.
This episode reveals the exclusivity of this car as perhaps the sole example of the Aston Martin V8 Vantage Le Mans to remain unconverted to the V600 specification.
The workshop's dedication shines through as we delve into the diagnosis and resolution of the car's mystery engine noise. Identified as a malfunctioning water pump, Iain demonstrates the troublesome water pump on the workbench, prior to its comprehensive overhaul. With the help of Marcus, the water pump has been meticulously dismantled, rebuilt, and reinstated.
But there's more to this episode than just mechanical fixes. Iain also takes a deeper look into the history of the Aston Martin Virage series, connecting the dots to our V8 Vantage Le Mans and adding context to its significance.
And of course, what would an episode be without taking the car out for a drive? Join Iain for the road test where we see and hear just how smooth the engine runs after all the efforts in the workshop. It's a testament to the hard work put into preserving this piece of automotive history.
For those who love Aston Martins, especially the V8 Vantage Le Mans, this episode is a close look at the dedication it takes to keep these classic cars running perfectly.
Don't forget to subscribe and stay with us as we continue exploring the fascinating world of classic car restoration, where every car tells its own story.
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[@SilverSurfer5150]

Tyrell’s Classic Workshop videos are among KZbin’s best!

[@stco2426]

Completely agree. Not bad for a spin-off from Harry M!!

[@williambrandt9254]

I was The thinking today how KZbin videos have changed over the last few years. A few years ago you saw a bunch of people with minimum preparation just take videos. Some of them are so jerky as to be unwatchable. And what makes this channel so good of course is besides the information content is the attention and care they take to editing And good editing is really seamless to the viewer. You're not aware of it but you know that the video is good. I'll give you a small example here Iain is showing us the water pump - explaining what is wrong with it. And a few seconds later he says it's in the car and we're going on a test drive That is good editing - and virtually seamless to the viewer There is one guy on KZbin that I used to watch for "how to" videos on Mercedes and many of his videos are so awful as to be nearly unwatchable You're hearing airplane noise drowning out what he's saying and he doesn't even bother to redo that small segment. Then the camera is flipping doing 360° while we're under the car It's not exactly that the "film" is expensive is it? Just the time and the desire to have a good output in your product. Some thing that reflects on your name. I'd venture to say that they spend an awful lot of time here editing raw video footage to what we see on KZbin And like so many things good preparation and a meticulous attitude is the key to success

[@bigpants6121]

Hear Hear!

[@originalforgery]

@@stco2426 But a thousands times better.

[@autobahnproven]

Absolutely one of the world's greatest cars presented by one of the world's very best automotive engineers.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@RobertRedford77]

You are only an Engineer if you are Chartered. To obtain this you need to read a degree which is approved by an Engineering Institution and the examinations are set by them to maintain a standard. Then after 5 yrs of experience, you attend various cross examination questions by a panel from the Institution. ​@@iain_tyrrell

[@capobilotti]

It's most badass AM in history, both by looks and power. Comfy GT car that has almost as much HP as purpose built supercar McLaren F1. Tyrrell isn't best engineer ... but he's best at fixing parts which best engineers didn't design properly. There are like 5 people that can make Jags Windsor V12 engine work properly, Tyrrell is one of those 5.

[@capobilotti]

EDIT: He and people he chose can fix every shit on most complicated low production engines (you don't have manuals, factory spare parts ...). Maybe you're right. He's the best car engineer in the World.

[@RobertRedford77]

@@capobilotti Mechanic

[@OggaDugga]

I agree with your reasoning to justify the water pump failure. Also, you need to factor in the fact it’s 25 years old. Time is also a factor.

[@Tracertme]

Agree even cars at rest in storage will find the oil degrades…. And if you put the age factor in it’s not unexpected in my opinion. Water pumps fail today especially with the modern plastic variant, never understood that invention… apart from cost to manufacture being its existence.

[@weaksignal8009]

That pump has had water/coolant against its seals for 25+ years fiat-> ferrari replace the pump, blame father time not the car.

[@Discovery_Dad]

@@Tracertme Not only things like fluids degrading but also seals drying out through lack of use and lubrication.

[@markwalton8644]

The fact that Two taut belts had constant pressure upwards towards the Supercharger will have caused the bearings to fail. Bearings want constant Pressure 360°. With only 400 miles done on average per year bearings components will wear when not being used because of lack of usage. That's why we see Ferraris, Lamborghinis, Aston Martins etc with 10k needing rebuilds at lower intervals, because they aren't being driven enough!!

[@Andrew-jh5uv]

Also the radial and axial load that bearing drive is under from 2 HUGE SC's

[@chrisroothman2664]

My humble opinion is that this is the most beautiful Aston Martin that I have seen. Classy body, yet speaks of brute power and do not mess with me. Maybe I am biased because I have travelled 66 times around the sun, but modern "sports cars" do not evoke the same emotions in me, like this specific Aston. Thanks Iain for showing us this classic beauty.

[@n3307v]

Manufacturers made such wonderful cars in the '80s and '90s. Thanks for highlighting such a fine example.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Pleasure- thank you!

[@ajay-xjs]

I love this style of Aston, such a brutish good looking car and such a beast. A dodgy water pump after 25 years is minor in the whole scheme of owning this beauty. Thanks for sharing.

[@martinclapton2724]

Like a Bentley , on steroids! Remember meeting Roger Towers , the Aston Martin historian, at Newport Pagnell, whilst having a tour of the factory, circa 1998. He spoke of the V8 with great affection, and the fact you could potter it around town without a hiccup, no oiling up of plugs , no low speed misfire , absolutely no problems , then floor the throttle once out of town it would soar down the road without a puff of smoke or drama, magnificent engine, completely un flustered.

[@iain_tyrrell]

It is an under- rated engine for sure

[@nigelwest3430]

Roger was a great guy, I used to chat to him on a regular basis, he had some interesting/amusing stories to tell.

[@jamestaylor7106]

Roger took my wife and I around NP too. Lovely man

[@RedLP5000S]

The V8 Vantage of that era is my favorite Aston Martin. 🇺🇸

[@bigpants6121]

The glee on Iain's face as he opens up the Aston! Wonderful.

[@shingnosis]

Love that car. Big heavy handcrafted beast with hand-rolled body panels, true craftsmanship. Last of an era really.

[@TheRandallraplee]

What a beautiful car! What else do the Brits have up their sleeve? Thank you Ian and company! A special thank you to Harry’s Garage for helping to bring us Tyrell’s Classics.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@chrisloukes424]

Well done Marcus. And for Iain for giving you credit for solving the problem. What a truly fabulous car.

[@johndavey72]

Thankyou lain . As always ,a priviledge and a pleasure to be invited into your inner sanctum . Cheers !

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks John!

[@barryvyner1161]

Superb British understatement... "altogether a very interesting car, this... very interesting"

[@Nyx_88888]

once again such a pretty paint color, so fitting for a noble Aston!

[@dejavoue88]

this car is the most beautiful car ever made .its the car i had a big picture on my wall ,and still love it ,not one of those Italian things .its a true muscle car in looks ,power,and stance

[@727skydivers]

This was my no 1 UK Super Car too. Could not afford it. But life graced me with another UK special small series production sports car; A BAC MONO 2018, 2.5L. I love it. Have driven it up and down Sweden, a couple of trackdays, in total about 10.000KM. Rolls like a Rolex, just rolls on without hiccups. Superb UK technology! The Briggs Brothers in Liverpool certainly know what they do! Looking forward to their new releases 20204-2026.

[@dejavoue88]

@@727skydivers that's nothing,I have a transit connect.... Oh yeah living the dream

[@kingkreole9121]

Sweet Vantage. Looks like a proper beast.

[@Dani-it5sy]

My favorite looking Aston Martin. If I would ever win the lottery this would be the first exotic car I would put in my collection 🤩

[@readrepairs]

Nothing cuts through quite like this channel. As always, highest quality content.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@FREEDOOOOM]

Wow! A hundred likes within the 14 minutes of this video. That´s appreciation of greatness!

[@kasperkjrsgaard1447]

Iain Tyrrell, as British as the Aston Martin 🤗 One thing I noticed is how “civilized” the Aston Martin sounded. No big roar, just a pleasent whine from the super chargers.

[@lamarw9901]

Love these Aston Martins. Muscular and at the same time refined styling. The ZF 6 speed looks to be the same design used in Corvettes from 89 to 96. Google says ZF s6-40. Corvette and Aston both ran T-56s in the late 90s to 2000s. Both reliable transmissions, Shifting the ZF was a bit bulky with the factory Corvette shifter. Like the air bags, 6 speeds were rather new in the 90s. Air bags were not as tightly packaged as they are now as they are now, quite new technology. Aston needed to comply with national standards on a budget, compromises were made to keep selling cars. Lotus and other small batch hand built cars did the same. 20 years earlier it was bumpers and crash standards giving the stylists a challenge. I don't think I'd be staring at the steering wheel if I was fortunate to own one. Looks like a comfy spot to enjoy a grunty V8.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Well said

[@andrewellis5092]

That really is a brute! I thought our roads were bad, until I saw those on the test route. Ouch!

[@rogerbyrne9040]

I like the "economy spec" comment. Lovely delivery of power and great looks and comfort not to mention class.

[@Marc-oe1hg]

Beautiful build quality. And how this car pulls ... nice. When carmakers still had pride in what they built.

[@sexynelson100]

Love your smile when you accelerate.. we can literally feel your joy and passion every time you put your foot down.. lol

[@lindaoffenbach]

Such a stunning colour from the 1990s and what a glorious sound. At the time, around the mid 1990s, shades of teal and cyan were quite popular over here for a while and quite some marques did offer something similar. Whenever I see a classic in it, my heartbeat still does go up from sheer joy. Such a contrast of what is popular today, although some distinctive colours seem to have returned on the road here, such as copper, lime, light blue and red. Thank you so much again Ian for a new delightful upload. Happy Easter 🐰🥚🎁

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for your comments. And long loyalty to the channel

[@vmhanlon]

And the color continues on the inside, even the dashboard!

[@tsb3093]

Hello Linda…..you didn’t say where ‘here’ is.

[@darrenguest7284]

I remember the glorious ever increasing whine of the Roots/ Eaton M90 (?) blowers mixed with the burble of the V8 under acceleration, a lifelong Memory for me when visiting Tickford Street. Thank you for such a memory in this video Ian.

[@gregedmand9939]

Another great episode and the chance for we peasants to go along for a ride in fabulous cars. Your delight in them is honestly shared. Thanks Iain!

[@andyfairchild2383]

Thanks for sharing that beautiful car again. As for a mere 550 bhp, I can get myself in trouble with only 320, and that’s split across a car and a motorbike! Great video, thanks again.

[@john1703]

L J K Setright used to sing the praises of linear superchargers and decry square law turbos.

[@georgebettiol8338]

Had the same view as LJK Setright with turbos past - where the delay could be measured using an egg timer. Current turbo equipped engines are very different with essentially negligible to nil lag.

[@brianwallace6566]

the co-existence of bicycles and vehicles (especially such as this! 'hey, another excuse to de- and re-accelerate!') is inspiring

[@cameron1975williams]

Please UK, we must get our car industry up & running again. This magnificent beast is a reminder of what we can do.

[@JH-ml5cp]

Its big, but the engine push hard, its made whith love and tight to the millimeter. It is a beautifull machine. Thanks for your work and sow us all this beautifull cars

[@Franksey180]

What a lovely machine. Thanks for sharing it again.

[@mythrusthelema]

It's a beautiful car, and much better than an Easter egg this morning in not so sunny SF Bay Area. Thank you, sir.

[@iain_tyrrell]

My pleasure! Glad you enjoyed it.

[@williambrandt9254]

On the water pump failure when you were explaining that I was also thinking for 25 or 30 years it's been under pressure - those bearings. You restore so many low mileage exotics but I would venture to say that time is also a factor in component wear. Thanks for another great video that was both entertaining and educational Oh - one other thing. I'm really surprised at the difficulty in servicing such simple things in relatively modern cars these days. I have a 2011 Mercedes-Benz E class and to change the windshield washer tank I had to jack up the front of the car, take the wheel off and take the fender lining off just to get to the tank On another channel this shop owner from Kansas is showing us a modern Audi that needed a simple thermostat change and the whole front end of the car was disassembled to access it. Hats off to the mechanics these days that have to work under those conditions

[@iain_tyrrell]

You are right of course- time does have an effect as well

[@stephenholland5930]

Good ol' Car Wizard.

[@Terraceview]

The "economy model" cracked me up!

[@wotrulke5868]

I love that Aston Martin shape and styling + the power it oozes grace and beauty 😍

[@tony8074]

I love the Aston videos you post, please keep them coming.

[@Carrera90]

Ex Airbus engineer here Ian….excellent video as usual. I’ve noticed the roads around Broughton have deteriorated quite badly…. Good for shakedowns I suppose 🫤

[@waynemarlow8157]

What a fabulous Aston! Love these!

[@capobilotti]

Michael Hutchence had one. And it was just like him. Batshit crazy, but you just gotta love him.

[@paulreilly3904]

I love reading the comments. It's great to see people like Oggadugga who obviously knows better than Ian. Well done mate

[@reinmansmith]

What a beautiful brute of a car…. That power must be intoxicating and hard to resist, I would want to be out driving on the open road all the time. 🤩

[@robertharris7027]

What a machine. And it is quiet. So lovely.

[@Rob.Coleman]

What a stunning car, absolutely of its time.

[@wernerdanler2742]

An absolutely beautiful car, Iain.

[@inspectorclouseau3880]

The" beast" the engine looks amazing and the underside of the car is very clean. Another rare car and thanks for showing it Iain

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for that!

[@TheLeeattwood]

Such an aggressive looking beast , just absolutely stunning. 🇬🇧

[@brianwraith7274]

A proper Aston Martin. What a machine. 👍

[@jamesellsworth9673]

This Aston Martin is beautiful! It has 'sufficient' horsepower to do the highway work it was meant to do.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Exactly…… adequate!

[@johnobrien8773]

It's a stunning thoroughbred that actually performs. I wouldn't expect dating a supermodel to be a low maintenance experience.

[@31144]

What a fabulous car ❤ those wheels look very XJ220 esq, another wonderful video Iain 👍

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks!

[@colinbremner9030]

Perfect timing, favourite thing about a Sunday. Thanks for doing what you do Mr Tyrell I almost forgot, that Aston is stunning and is definitely one of my favourite old Aston shapes.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you Colin!

[@klasseact6663]

Amazing looking car, hope to see one at some point in my life, wonder how many are here in the States🤔

[@iain_tyrrell]

Good question!

[@riche2874]

Absolutely superb and iconic - one of the finest cars ever made!

[@philippemorvan3783]

I did enjoy a lot! Although I rather like the 550 too. OMG First world problem, that I will never get LOL Thanks MrT! It was a wonderful video! Now to the next!

[@coddiwomplecolster7329]

I don't think we have ever seen Iain so giddy as when driving the mighty Aston.

[@rjs1138]

Glorious piece of machinery!

[@nigelwest3430]

I had the pleasure of experiencing the brutal power of the Vantage (non-LM) as a passenger/radio operator at Millbrook proving ground. I also remember watching out of a window as they were testing the prototype vantage on acceleration (between the engine build shop and the office building, they were accelerating as hard as they could in a gap of a couple of hundred feet or so, after a few goes there was one Hell of a "Snap", they had broken the driveshaft, the car was quietly pushed back into the rec (rectification) shop

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks for sharing that! We won’t be aiming to replicate that

[@martinjones5560]

Last of the truly hand built Astons from Newport Pagnell.

[@mahfoodhmusallami835]

I have seen an LHD version of this car in Oman many years ago, what a fabulous looking machine

[@RDEnduro]

This car looks so cool i love the rear and the wheels and wheel archs what a machine

[@Desertduleler_88]

Glad you were able to get to the water pump without having to take off all that induction plumbing, top job.

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- so were we!

[@chetanburman2514]

ALL Astons are gorgeous, with the most despicable track record for quality. Love the car, hate the issues

[@benjaminblakemore9704]

ITS BLOODY GOOOORGOUS😂😂❤❤❤

[@leeh9420]

I really enjoy your channel - thanks so much for letting us see some amazing cars and giving us your outstanding knowledge and perspective!

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you for appreciating!

[@pirellli83]

I totally agree with Iain. This car is very Special, and with everything. It is the power, the Design and it peeks wirh how rare it is. By tje way, to me this Aston martin Green is by far the Most Beautyfull.

[@jtreut]

A work of art, indeed. As always, thank you, Iain.

[@rockinghorses]

This is the one for me…it’s a stunning machine.

[@michaelguerin56]

Impressive vehicle. Thank you.

[@RichardBates-dk6pw]

Funny the Aston having a pump in it my van had a water pump this week too

[@russellbryan2288]

Thank you for the great videos, Iain!

[@ronmccullock1407]

Another superb and informative video

[@mrkhan2983]

its always a treat to listen to you . thumbs up

[@originalforgery]

Utterly glorious.... Saw one in Towcester back in the day finished in red (it was definitely a Vantage don't know whether it was a Le Mans but boy did it look special). Have met a few times through a mate Kingsley Riding-Felce who was the MD of Aston Works. A fascinating guy but shares a love of tractors yep. I said that out loud.... So long as it goes suck squeeze bang blow who cares....

[@jamesbrett6518]

Reminds me of the old Clarkson video. Welcome to the Machine! Drag raced a Diablo at Santa Pod too. But Iain's insightful video is better.

[@ianashton1593]

Always loved these, stunning car 👍

[@jeremyfdavies]

Great video, thanks.

[@tug1345]

Great car, I could watch this for hours, when Jayemm tested a Vantage similar to this he found it quite pokey inside, he didn't quite have enough room, that made wonder a bit because Jeremy Clarkson tested the original ones back in 1993, he's 6'5" , I can't remember him having trouble fitting in one, although Jeremy was quite a long thin build back then whereas Jayemm is short legged and big bodied, it kind of worried me a little, because if I ever won the lottery this would be first on the shopping list, but I worry I won't fit, I'm 6 foot and over 20 stone, I've heard u say you're 6 foot, so how comfortable was you driving it, you never raised it as an issue, thank you for the great video, Happy Easter

[@iain_tyrrell]

I’m just on 6’0, and had no trouble fitting in to this one. Thanks for your comments

[@juliankent8875]

Loved the videos. Brilliant 👍👍

[@user-wp7qw8dc2t]

The British muscle car everyone would like to drive. Lucky you.

[@csnelling4]

Thank you Iain . Another great video thank you for the share 😊

[@dferrari4841]

Yet another superb video by a true master craftsman. Love your work Iain, each video is eagerly anticipated and very much enjoyed!

[@Toys_Ferrari488Pista_BMWM3Comp]

Another terrific video really bringing to life and explaining so eloquently the uniqueness of these utter icons of recent automotive history. 👍🏻👍🏻

[@seanfinlay7393]

Absolutely stunning car! Another great video, thanks Iain!

[@robertmarr8991]

Gorgeous looking car.Love the colour and the interior looks sumptuous,Cheers for another great video.

[@JeepCherokeeful]

Great explanation!

[@isalmankhan1]

Love this car such a precious machine😍😍😍 Thanks for sharing Sir IAIN👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@vipunladva4309]

Another great video

[@Bikeaddict4235]

I remember lusting over this car in my teens, great to see it again 👍

[@davidmccausland9063]

Another excellent video.... exceptionally well presented and superb content 👌

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thank you!

[@bertramspielt]

As this beast was born, this shape was absolut not my favorit... And in this version, the nostrils are... well, special. But, it had something magic, this little bit of style more than all the other cars. And today it looks so spectacular, a muscular beast in a perfect fitted suit. And the sound is glorious. Maybe (for me) Astons must get older, so that I can see how amazing they are... To the waterpump problem: it got loud, but its not leaking! 👍 Thank you so much for this video - I really forgot this supercar over the years!

[@michealofloinn2539]

Look at this car a piece of motoring history ☘️🇮🇪

[@TygonBC]

To confuse matters further, I'm pretty sure there was also a Vantage V600 which rolled out of the factory with 600hp. The body kit was a little different if I remember correctly, especially the grill/front treatment. Performance was pretty much the same as the upgraded Le Mans, therefore good for 200mph. The two cars often get kinda lumped together as the same car.

[@Wargasm54]

That thing is just badass. Looks like an American muscle car with British flair. 😎

[@bondisteve3617]

Beauty! Thanks.

[@reddcocker64]

Cool car. Nice to know I've got an Aston Martin steering wheel in my '91 Mustang.

[@bhumiriady]

Great video as always, sir! I've been waiting for part 2 of the V8 Vantage series and all I can say is, it's well worth the wait.^^

[@iain_tyrrell]

Thanks- very glad to hear you say that

[@bhumiriady]

@@iain_tyrrell You're welcome. 😊👍️