Big thank you to Jonny and Matty, it was a thoroughly enjoyable day despite being a bag of nerves being on camera. My aunt was so happy seeing the car out in the open after such a long time hidden away. They may only have had it on the road for a short time but she has many fond memories. Current status, with the help of the BOC we’re still trying to get the 403 reregistered with the DVLA. I have managed to strip the engine, rods and pistons were clearly scrap before I even started. The crank came out surprisingly easily. I have since taken the crank and block to INRacing, outcome is the that crank has a lot of scoring in the journals and the block has previously had a crack repaired, combined with the amount the amount of rust (top face is pitted) neither are viable for reuse (“it’s had a bloody hard life before it was even removed” was the takeaway comment). Remanufactured crank and block alone is getting close to £20k so the likely outcome will be an engine swap, either a BMW straight 6 or possible a v8 in keeping with later Bristols. The body itself looks nice and solid, just a couple of localised areas that need attention and they’re steel so shouldn’t be too problematic.
@keithhoughton4308 Жыл бұрын
Good luck mate! A Ford V8 sidevalve motor would be my choice for a swap.
@trippydrew8492 Жыл бұрын
Go Electric!!
@evoermine Жыл бұрын
I thought you were great on camera, very chilled. Like you and Jonny had been mates for years.
@oldskoolresource6583 Жыл бұрын
Good luck with it mate. It’s your car to do with as you please, I hope it remains with an ICE as it was intended. Truly a thing of beauty.
@grayfool Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the update. The very best of luck with the car.
@SurvivingTheApocalypse Жыл бұрын
Easily the best show on KZbin at the minute if you are a car enthusiast. Such a simple premise but perfectly executed.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Thank you for this comment. Really kind 🤘🏽
@ichiban8558 Жыл бұрын
Not as good as Shmee tho
@dejanzelko8361 Жыл бұрын
@@TheLateBrakeShowstarting watching episodes this weekend and cant stop 😊 Hello from Slovenia
@davejenvey3598 Жыл бұрын
@@TheLateBrakeShowwhat's with the black hand? Are u a box ticker? If so I will leave. Be proud to be white and keep it about car's.
@HalfdeadRider Жыл бұрын
@@ichiban8558 Slightly subjective, Shmee has some good content but he is hard to stomach at times, I much rather watch this, Mat Armstrong and others over Shmee.
@cathyshannon2130 Жыл бұрын
Hiding for 52 years, gets to finally come out in the sun for Jonny to give it a wash.....and it's simply gorgeous. Would love to see a follow up someday when it runs again.
@simonthomas4630 Жыл бұрын
Would like to see a follow up video 😊
@thekurgan3688 Жыл бұрын
If it runs
@Dannyjones1 Жыл бұрын
Love these barn finds Jonny. There isn't a man more suited to doing this type of content. Brilliant!👏🏻
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
That's kind of you. ✌🏽
@guspisano9777 Жыл бұрын
Any time I see one of these special cars being dragged out of a barn or a hedge after years (decades) of neglect and being allowed to fall into such disrepair I tell myself no more barn finds for me. Then Johnny appears with all his enthusiasm and his famous note book and I'm hooked again. You give hope to the hopeless and the promise of a new life for these poor things. Thank you for that
@zebediah007 Жыл бұрын
As a teenager, back in the sixties, I always drooled over the Bristols. I used to love the aerodynamics, the "Businessman's Express", I think they were often referred as. This and the Jaguar XKSS were amongst the most beautiful cars ever made, back in the day. the Bristol front end is definitely a shout out to Fraser Nash/BMW 328, another favourite of mine. Love the Barn finds and your channels over the years Jonny.
@johndavey72 Жыл бұрын
Hi Jonny. Back in the '60's we had a pub and one of our regulars had the exact car in red ,so l recognieed it immediately . I do remember he part exchanged for a new Elan +2 in 1967 . Bristol wasted time and money converting all the engine metric fittings to imperial . Jonny those engines are worth a small fortune and if you think about it may be looking terible but a good vapour blast and careful dismantaling will ressusitate it
@CalumRaasay Жыл бұрын
Always enjoy the Bristol finds, such unique and unknown vehicles. That side shot at 20:45 really highlights the beautiful profile.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Ultra rare, and v quirky. They grow on you the more you notice all the features.
@Edwin_Furnace Жыл бұрын
A wild Calum appears!
@Daz_Stap Жыл бұрын
I do hope he manages to get it running again and enjoy it. A follow up video would be brilliant!
@jeffreycormier3864 Жыл бұрын
My heart did drop a little when he said he was gonna fix it up himself. We may never see this thing get completed.
@chrishart8548 Жыл бұрын
@jeffreycormier3864 it's going to need a lot of money put into it.
@rodsantos9325 Жыл бұрын
I, for one, am very pleased every time you do these barn finds. It's truly a joy to rediscover and celebrate these beautiful automotive creations.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Many thanks
@GT380man Жыл бұрын
This is a just superb edition. My wife and I are enjoying it immensely. Her father loved cars of this era, and would get almost tearful recalling the Sterling Moss / Fangio battles on the racetrack. He didn’t run to Bristol car money, but a series of MGBs. When I first met my future wife, she & her father both owned MG Midgets, his a British Racing Green, hers a light blue. I think his was a 1975 & hers a 1978 (T reg). I had just a Suzuki GT380B. I didn’t learn to drive until later. William (RIP) kept a scrapbook - remember those? - of clippings from newspapers and magazines of the late 1950s right up to the date (1982). Cars had been his love. He’d have found this one compelling. Thank you, the Late Brake Show! Please keep us apprised of whatever happens to this special car!
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
So glad you and your wife enjoy the episodes together. 👍🏽
@grandudetonesnob7107 Жыл бұрын
An absolutely perfect example of an automobile worthy of preservation! I wish Pete's nephew all the best in his endeavour to get this back on the road.❤
@YouTube Жыл бұрын
what an incredible barn find 😳
@philiphartley8823 Жыл бұрын
As an ageing car nut who has seen the birth of many new cars from the late 40's. I still think that this is one of the best looking cars ever produced. Some have come close but no one has ever betterred it.
@Klutch58Customs Жыл бұрын
Jonny. Seeing the notification for a new L.B.S. gives me the same giddy feeling that Duckula did 35 years ago. Perhaps a find dusty and neglected in the barn of my mind? Deep.
@peterlarkin762 Жыл бұрын
Count Duckula, David Jason, jars of fasteners in sheds, Johnny Smiths barn finds... These are few of my favourite things
@tomxdent11 ай бұрын
I've worked on British cars over 40 years and this Bristol has the perfect look. Great find. Great show. Easy to watch. . Thanks
@BkSMedia Жыл бұрын
Seeing these old timers be preserved in garages and barns really makes you miss what wonderful engineering used to go on in the UK. Would love to see someone take one of these old Bristol's and do something crazy with it, like a rotary swap or maybe a 2UR swap. What a wonderful looking piece of automotive history!
@impmad2000 Жыл бұрын
Love this. We had a Bristol 404 and 405 back in the day, and also lived in Leicester. I remember Dad having to fit similar style "Add-on" indicator lights in order to get an MOT ! At the time my mum was regalia secretary for BOC and may have issued the new badge ! The engine is probably very saveable as these are often robbed for use in Bristol powered race cars... Dont give the old engine away ! Good luck with the car
@1chish Жыл бұрын
What a fabulous piece of British motoring history. And so glad the guy is going to try and get it back up together. Well done him!
@ogri214 Жыл бұрын
Jay Leno has an immaculate 403, in my opinion worth a view to see the true beauty of a classic British car
@omphaloskeptic4989 Жыл бұрын
I look forward to seeing future episodes of this restoration on TLBS. The dash restoration alone would be worth its own episode! Love to see a later 'Analog' BMW straight six and box installed in this rare beauty. It has such beautiful lines, especially considering the contemporary design ethos of the time at which it was built!
@andrewshore262 Жыл бұрын
During the Second World War my father was an aero engineer who started out working on Bristol Beaufighters & Blenheim’s, after the war he worked for the Bristol Aeroplane Company which carried out early development work for supersonic flight. He loved Bristol cars but sadly never managed to own one - great vid 👍
@UberLummox Жыл бұрын
That's too cool! It's rear looks copied directly from a SAAB 92. Another highly aerodynamic car from airplane manufacturers as mentioned.
@MrJulianneave Жыл бұрын
Imagine Johnny Smith and Ed China getting together to form a barn find dream team. Both great, down to earth characters, and Ed's mechanical skills would allow them to tackle a bit more in depth resuscitations.
@stuarttyson786 Жыл бұрын
Have a really soft spot for Bristols. As a teenager in the 60s I had an early 50s Ford Prefect to thrash round the fields at our farm. Friends had a variety of similar wrecks but someone I knew further up in the Lakes had a previously damaged but running Bristol 403, dark green. Because it was essentially a pretty fast car it got rolled, totally wrecked, but such a beautiful car. It then sat on the side of a minor road for years before finally being scrapped. Had the chance to buy one in a similar state to this one on auction, but in California and I’m in Canada so not a practical proposition. I am seriously envious!!!! The best of luck with your restoration.
@ScenesThroughTravels Жыл бұрын
That was very satisfying watching an old classic being snow foamed ..I hope we will see this back on the road 👍👍💯💯
@alandavies1054 Жыл бұрын
Jonny is always so respectful to the owner and the car…a real gent 👍
@grahamtipping4891 Жыл бұрын
Can't get enough of these superb barn finds. So well presented. A joy to watch.
@robbierobson3251 Жыл бұрын
That log book is a VE 60 (standing for "Vehicle Excise") or green log book. These were not introduced until the mid-1960s, and stayed current until the DVLA central records were set up in 1976-1977. The original in 1954 would have been an RF 60 (standing for "Road Fund") or buff coloured log book. These were stamped every time that the car was taxed, so they did get filled up over a period of so many years, and a continuation log book would then have been issued. This is most likely what happened with this Bristol. Unfortunately any details of the previous owners from the RF 60 were not always transferred onto the VE 60, only the then current keeper, so the Bristol may have had other un-recorded owners prior to the issue of the VE 60. The DVLA will usually accept the VE 60 as proof of the original registration mark, so I expect that the owner will have no problems retaining it on this fine car. It will be on a "Non-transferrable " basis, but all to the good, as it will protect the car's identity from being robbed at any time in the future.
@richardadams1287 Жыл бұрын
When I was in my late teens I’m the early 90s, and older friend of mine had a 403. Super cool thing, loved it. He also had a Healey 100/4 and old A40s and A70. All original, lots of patina. Wonderful.
@chrisbanks5925 Жыл бұрын
Fabulous find . . . reminds me of my father's garage . . . so glad the car is staying in the family.
@Nozes.. Жыл бұрын
Fantastic find,always a pleasure to watch. Would be lovely to see a follow up on some of these someday (the ones that eventually got back on the road). Great stuff!
@ConstantinSPurcea Жыл бұрын
Barn finds quickly becoming one of my favourite things on KZbin. I love seeing old things brought back to life.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Thank you. Jonny's favourite too.
@ConstantinSPurcea Жыл бұрын
@anamiruir the show is called barn finds mate, that’s what I’m referring to.
@otto.a.2465 Жыл бұрын
Far superior content than any motoring related TV show..Excellent work Jonny and team, I enjoyed this.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
❤️
@davevan9150 Жыл бұрын
I've heard of Bristol cars but have never seen pictures. The styling of the body is truly stunning. All curves, yet still has a masculinity to it. Aspects of art-deco but still looks racecar-fast. Today's designers could learn from it.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
They are a special kind of quirky Beast.
@99unclebob Жыл бұрын
Jonny what a great barn find episode, i never new Bristol made cars back then, my knowledge was limited to the 70's from an elderly uncle of mine who was in England during the 50's with the Canadian Army at the time, very cool to see another company using their aeronotical knowledge to build cars, the shape is so unique/cool at the same time and broaching the frame for lite weight, my guess is the bottom end, the block could possibly be saved subject to a hot tanking and examination, the rest of the internals maybe BMW regular parts of the 50/60's allot of their engines were carried over in to the next decade, i hope he has a good chance to get it back on the road and maybe a follow up episode from you for us all to see , I think it would be awesome 👍
@andreww8941 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely brilliant!!!! You are simply a master of your craft sir. The conversation/history within each episode is just phenomenal! No matter the vehicle, you draw the viewer in as if we were standing right next to you @ the location. I could go on and on truly. All of your hard work is greatly appreciated and i wish you nothing but success moving forward!
@fionamay4845 Жыл бұрын
Brian may was my Father and yes he did sell it to your uncle. Good luck with this beautiful car.
@kedgeuk Жыл бұрын
Hi Fiona, thank you for the message. I know it's incredibly unlikely, but would your father have held onto any kind of records for the cars he sold? Would be great if we could add some more history to the car. Cheers, Dave
@stevemilne9306 Жыл бұрын
There’s nothing I look forward to more on KZbin than a Sunday episode of Jonny Smith and one of Harry’s Garage. No one can touch what they do 👍
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Steve, we thank you for watching and supporting
@besenzon1 Жыл бұрын
Great find Jonny. At least you did need to worry about starting it. Hope it gets back on the road soon
@richardcoates4471 Жыл бұрын
Want to see it when it’s back on the road -2025? So keep us informed please. - do love a Bristol. If memory serves LJK Setright adored the 403
@Simon78 Жыл бұрын
What a stunner. I would LOVE to see a series of this getting back to a running state . Hint hint
@gingermongoose3325 Жыл бұрын
Used to deliver to them when I worked for City Link, the factory was tiny, and the workforce looked like the "Tetley tea men" all shuffling around in their brown warehouse coats, Had to go to the secretary for a signature for the delivery, She was in the year below me in Patchway High School, - she was the sexiest little thing I'd ever seen, but I was too shy to ask her out. Then CB radio arrived - her handle was Strawberry Shortcake, - I was Shogun ! - Sounded like a warrior, but still didn't have the balls to ask her out. So back to the delivery in 2002, she had matured wonderfully, mid to late 30's, amazing curves, gorgeous face, thick black curly hair, -and a wedding ring, and so did I ! - ah, such is life.
@Yorkshiremadmick Жыл бұрын
Loving the filing cabinet locks everywhere. I had hundreds and sold them as a kid to old Mesters that needed new keys for their old British Cars.
@joshdobson2737 Жыл бұрын
That's a lot of polishing cleaning, but putting it back together but it would be amazing. To see it run with as many parts from the garage as possible!
@Paul-67 Жыл бұрын
What a absolute beauty. All the best with the restoration.
@higgs923 Жыл бұрын
Never did see a Bristol 403 in the flesh. I can say that the AC Ace Bristol I heard at Riverside International Raceway in 1972 was one of the best sounding small bore race cars I've ever heard. This in an event where there were two Alfa TZs.
@Gynkys Жыл бұрын
i've been binge watching these for the past 2 days, nice surprise to have a brand new one today
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard the TLBS binge train
@rjnation5042 Жыл бұрын
As usual Jonny you've found another amazing old car that hasn't seen the light of day in many years, wow, Rj in Oz
@Scotts23 Жыл бұрын
The late break show is by far one of if not the best shows I've personally ever watched and enjoyed and quite possibly the best channel on KZbin thank you jonny Smith and everyone involved with the late break show 👍🏼❤️🔥
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Thank you ✊🏽
@SteveMorton Жыл бұрын
A very enjoyable 'barn find' I hope David manages to restore it back to being roadworthy again. It's a lovely looking car with a lot of character.
@terryatkinson899 Жыл бұрын
Love the workshop more than the car.... i too collect stuff in jars on shelves in my shed. Send me that bemch vice in the post 🤗👍
@AdamForeman Жыл бұрын
In good condition, the Bristol 403 is worth over £50k! Such beautiful design and definitely a worthy contender for restoration. I can't remember the last time I saw one at a vintage car show.
@tonyxxx9463 Жыл бұрын
Such a great show Jonny, I love these barn finds. I hope someone restores this one, it needs to shine once again, such a glorious looking car 🚗 Hi from Australia 🇦🇺
@sonofdat Жыл бұрын
What a magnificent car and fantastic story.. please please please Jonny revisit this car in the future when its back on the road.. would love to see it again.
@Koulis_ Жыл бұрын
Used to drive past the Bristol showroom in Kensington on occasion. This 403 is such a beautiful car.
@stevepearce1913 Жыл бұрын
Bristol used offer boring out the motor to 2300 cc, high compression pistons, gas flowed head and bigger valves to produce well over 125 HP. There was also the fabled six port head as used on Copper Bristol racing cars - that would boost the horsepower to near 200. I even saw a 403 for sale in Sports Car And Classic with a M series BMW motor and gearbox fitted which would have literally made a Bristol flying machine!
@SimonPass230267 Жыл бұрын
I spotted one of these on the M40 in blue about 5 years ago (just as you pass that cut in the Chiltern hills after High Wycombe) and on FB asked if any of my friends could identify it as a test. One guy got it spot on first go. Turned out it was his Dad's. He had owned it many years and still in fine fettle.
@gryphon123456 Жыл бұрын
I hope this story continues so we can watch as this car gets restored and back on the road. Such a nice car.
@nickflood84 Жыл бұрын
Absolutely love this show, think I've watched all of them now. One of the best on KZbin!
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Thanks for watching them all - without support like this we wouldnt be anywhere.
@Roger.Coleman1949 Жыл бұрын
Great episode Jonny of an exceedlingly rare car with perfect low owner and mileage provenance .It would be extremely worthwhile if the original engine can be saved despite the challenge of the bottom end , I have seen and been involved with many in similar condtion and it is surprising what can be saved.I wish David the best of luck with which will be a considerable but such a worthwhile challenge .
@ArcofZen Жыл бұрын
Whenever you see these cars you always wish for two. Because…well you know 😅
@davidcombs8458 Жыл бұрын
As soon as you said the car was distantly related to the E30, I knew it had to be a Bristol. What a great looking car. Sort of reminiscent of the BMW 502, but way more aerodynamic.
@jonathanwebb8307 Жыл бұрын
Top tip with leather thats not been used a long time. Once its cleaned cover it in hide food or neetsfoot oil. It will be dried out and if you start using it without softening it will crack and age 50 years in a few months. I learned this all the hard way ! Get it nice and soft before sitting on it and it will be fine. It all looked good for its age in the video
@bield7 Жыл бұрын
Your photography just keeps getting better, Jonny!
@tonyjennings4317 Жыл бұрын
I absolutely love this channel, especially the barn finds. Johnny Smith is a legend, content is fantastic..❤
@steveanderson3942 Жыл бұрын
So glad you are keeping it in the family 😊
@pauldavies6037 Жыл бұрын
Another great find from Jonny such a rare car needs to get back on the road may be with a BMW straight 6 2litre engine
@marklucas3025 Жыл бұрын
As soon as I caught a glimpse of the windscreen, I thought is that a Bristol?! What a rare car and despite being in pieces, is in such great condition. I hope they manage to get the engine rebuilt and the rest of the car restored. Such a fantastic piece of motoring history. 👏🏼
@mikebull1972 Жыл бұрын
What a machine! Really hope she gets to live again. Nice one Jonny 😊
@rushja Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful car! I immediately thought electric conversion but it would be as interesting to see it running in the original config
@scuffmacgillicutty7509 Жыл бұрын
I've never seen a Bristol before. But any day the fleece jacket is donned is a great day indeed.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Bristols were rare AF then, and even rarer now. Quite a misunderstood car.
@WilliamStevens007 Жыл бұрын
Wow, thats stood up well considering its been in there so long, This definately needs a follow up please Jonny. What a beautiful car.
@leighbunting2284 Жыл бұрын
My uncle in Melbourne, Australia, owned one of these in the mid-sixties. I remember my sister and I sat in the back while Dad and Uncle in the front flogged it along the backroads north of Melbourne at 'terrifying' speeds! When Mum found out, she and Dad had 'words'! I have no idea what happened to that Bristol.
@chazzyb8660 Жыл бұрын
What a stunner! I really hope David wins in getting it back in working order.
@petewatson9866 Жыл бұрын
First time I have ever seen the exterior of a car needed a vacuum before a wash, but what a beautiful car
@curmudgeon1933 Жыл бұрын
25:30. I like the drilled inner panels of the doors. Reminiscent of aircraft manufacture to save weight and add rigidity. Bristol heritage.
@lyonheart84 Жыл бұрын
Knew Brian May quite well personally, he was an amazing character. I don't want to sound pessimistic but people who bought Bristols in the 1950s really drove their cars a lot. Given that uncle Peter put 7000 miles on it in less than a year, there's a very good chance that the first owner did 6000 miles a year which over nearly 20 years would end up at the 119,000 miles when Peter bought it. That's backed up by the fact that it sounds like it needed a repaint at which point the owner decided on a colour change and the interior looked well worn for 26000 miles, plus uncle Peter obviously also felt the engine needed to be stripped for an overhaul...... Still nobody will ever know for sure so the owner can fortunately believe whatever he chooses. I really hope he gets that back on the road to be enjoyed......
@kedgeuk Жыл бұрын
That’s an interesting point, I don’t remember whether it’s only a 6 digit milometer. But after stripping the block and taking it to a specialist they advised there was a heck of a lot of wear on the crank and a previous crack repair on the block. It certainly wasn’t an expensive car when he bought it.
@jwvandegronden Жыл бұрын
what a gorgeous car! And what a nice bloke! Loved this episode... Not that it differs from other episodes, hasn't happened yet I didn't like one I think; but this car, man, what a beauty! A true celebration of 50s/60s Jetsons futuristic thinking and I wish it would still be in production. Wouldn't it be great if you and your brother would restore this beauty?! Well worth it! Only just hit the mark where he told you he would love to restore it himself. Please ask him if you can film and participate in the restoration! (Like you have nothing better to do, I know... ;-) But you have such great rapport with them, I think we would all love to see follow ups! Maybe give _the smallest cog_ a run for their money and start another restoration shop?! Oh and a good detailing moment with this car, THANK YOU!! Love that so much, some TLC for this gift from yesteryear... and nice merch!!
@JamesMorgan2 Жыл бұрын
Would love to see you revisit this after it's put back together and on the road!
@sachacase Жыл бұрын
I always look forward to new episodes of the Late Brake Show, especially the barn find episodes. Would so love to see a crossover joint episode between you and Tom Cotter from Hagerty's 'Barn Find Hunters'
@peterbowden2646 Жыл бұрын
Please do a follow up this is one car that deserves and warrants loads of TLC!
@bitofun2 Жыл бұрын
I was at a engine builder. He had engine parts soaking in a solution that only attacked rust. They were looking great. I would look into soaking that engine as a whole. Then inspect it after. You have to at least try to save original if possible. Personally I would contact Jay Leno to see if he has interest. For proper saving of the rare car.
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Would be great to know more.
@crapengineering Жыл бұрын
@@TheLateBrakeShow look into electrolysis......no harsh chemicals , but not good for aluminium (so either remove them or be sure to find replacements)
@hammyh1165 Жыл бұрын
Could've been EvapOrust , great stuff , use it myself. Would be worth just dumping the engine in a 45 gallon drum of diesel. The engine can certainly be saved.
@Mardy72 Жыл бұрын
Read the pinned comment from the owner at the top of the page
@cbb7983 Жыл бұрын
As soon as I saw this I had to click on the video. Always look forward to these videos 😊 best way to spend a Sunday. Thank you 😊
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
✊🏽Cheers!
@grayfool Жыл бұрын
Another very cool car Jonny. I really enjoy these barn finds. Always a joy to see.
@_tobes._ Жыл бұрын
alright we see the videographer using the blossoming pink Rhododendron as a cute cinematic background feature at the start! Great work and I always love chilling with a coffee watching these barn find video!
@TheLateBrakeShow Жыл бұрын
Cheers for noticing 👌🏽
@cjtr83 Жыл бұрын
Adjusted for inflation that's £103.14 for four months tax! Apologies if someone has already posted, My comments won't load properly. Another great video, Thank you for the content and keeping at it with the fleece 😂
@brickrightbuildinglandscaping6 ай бұрын
Lovely car great story again Jonny would love you to go back on the ones that have now been restored that car deserves restoration 👍
@samsteele17868 ай бұрын
A few months back I saw a Bristol 405 by Pimlico tube station. Painted the same colour as this one. It was raining and when the traffic lights went green the fella driving moved off, but as he was about to pass through them they suddenly went red. The driver slammed on the anchors and locked the breaks. Left some 11's on the ground. Might have been scary for him, but was a sight for me to witness.
@willemjordaan4108 Жыл бұрын
Wow that garage is organized..😮❤🎉Greetings from South-Africa!
@AJKew44 Жыл бұрын
Obsessed with these barn find videos Johnny. Would love to see you go back and do updates on them and maybe help the owners out with contacts in the trade etc for getting them back on the road. You could be like Nick Knowles DIY SOS but rather than houses you do sponsored car restorations.
@bfulks2001 Жыл бұрын
I have never heard of this car but it is beautiful. I hope it gets the restoration it deserves. At least back on the road.
@blxtothis Жыл бұрын
I played the guessing game using Jonny’s introductory clues and was thinking “Bristol?”, only at 1’40” so waiting to be wrong! Blimey, so I guessed right, I was born, car mad, in 1949 and knew all about Bristol by the time I was 8, still got my Dinky Toy of the racing Bristol of the era in the die cast collection. Mentioning Tatra’s magnificent rear engined streamliners, Ferdinand Porsche took inspiration from some of their designs though he didn’t use air-cooled V8s in the back of any of his designs.
@jimhernandez3563 Жыл бұрын
Incredible. Worth saving no matter what... even if it means (Heaven forbid!) a contemporary driveline. This is ART. ♥ 👍 🌟
@bobspeller2225 Жыл бұрын
Great find and rare, Bristol's are very misunderstood car by many but were very advanced in design and engineering, a bit like Lancia cars of the period. Thank Jonny for a very interesting video. Bob
@workshop_deluxe2493 Жыл бұрын
Another excellent and lovely barn find video. What a great car, what a great story. Hope the Bristol gets back on the road, seems to be feasible.
@PhilWyett Жыл бұрын
Fantastic video and so happy that it will be kept not sold and brought back to life.
@liamegan4303 Жыл бұрын
Hi Johnny. I have never ever seen one of those Bristols before. Whoever fixed the back end did a good job. Wouldn't it be great to restore this Car. It looks brilliant except for the engine obviously lol 😅. We ❤ your Channel over here in Ireland Bro so keep up the Great Work. I love this Series Johnny. Your a master at Work 😅 chat laters bro
@mickmcc2158 Жыл бұрын
What a find. The videos just keep getting better, boss.
@brenzmorrey2610 Жыл бұрын
"if you just want to take it out of gear....." .. "the gearbox is over there on the ground mate" ... in all seriousness this is a great KZbin channel thank you 👍💯
@explorewithgeoff Жыл бұрын
What a beautiful looking car. Such a shame the engine is ruined, but the rest of it looks amazing after the jet wash. I LOVE these old cars!