Just about the finest one-man restoration shop there is!

refreshing to watch a real mechanic. No drama No trauma.

Brilliant video, easy to watch and you communicate with your viewers as if we were stood next to you having a chat…. Thank you! 👍🏽

That feeling when it springs to life is just magical....

14 years or 16years off the road - not used at all, yet fired up as soon as fuel was delivered, no nasty mechanical noises or issues to be alarmed about , you’ve got to give theses cars credit , Rolls Royce knew what they were doing . Now just gently on their way.

@ianmontgomery7534

5 ай бұрын

It wouldn't happen with some of the fuel around now = it turns to jelly and gums up the fuel pump.

Coming from Liverpool you should have known or guessed to fit the new style diff seals according to “red = port (left)” and “green = starboard (right)” …. but you bottled it ! 😊

@clivesutton2917

5 ай бұрын

Coming from Portsmouth I thought exactly the same port out starboard home 😅

Just a thought when winding in the oil seal with a vice try using a couple of pieces of aluminum plate on the vice jaws just to protect the oil seal. A fabulous video so pleased the red one fired up, looking forward to the next installment. Thank you.

@TonyRule

5 ай бұрын

Soft jaws? Crazy talk! What if he likes the knurled seal face finish?

Don’t get me wrong I love the likes of Mat Armstrong and Co but your video,s are class and a breath of fresh air.

@lucyenzed102

6 ай бұрын

Agreed! Love the calm and unruffled way Gary does tnings… in his garage!! Just epic!

@BullyBoxer

6 ай бұрын

Garys content is more watchable because it’s not as animated or fake,less childish.

@apb3251

6 ай бұрын

@@BullyBoxerthere’s about 30 years between the two people. It makes sense they have a different style. It’s like comparing TV in the 1993 to TV now 😂

@BullyBoxer

6 ай бұрын

@@apb3251 nothing wrong with being childish buddy if it gets you views , I’m just saying when you watch Gary ‘s content, it’s so better measured and easier to watch. I’ve watched some of Matt ‘s content sometimes and flick through it, because I find some of the antics, a bit repetitive , something I’ve never done with Gary videos. Just saying.

@timshaw8187

6 ай бұрын

Totally agree

Being a fellow scouser who has not lived there for over 50 years, it was to fun to hear the accent again. I applaud you on your knowledge of motors. If I am ever in Liverpool again, I will keep a lookout for a black and/or red roller corniche. 👍

I once had the opportunity to work at the rolls Royce factory 🏭 in crewe and like you all the workers treated each car as though it was special 😊

A fabulous episode. Cheers, K&D

What I'd like to know is who is doing your camera work, whoever it is, he/she is a great asset to you videography. Brings a professional touch to your videos!

Just found this channel - it is absolutely brilliant. Thanks so much.

Absolutely superb Gary, you are super talented and a really top bloke. Love watching your videos, keep up the great work !

Impressed -- always, Gary -- how well versed you are across a whole litany of things from mechanical, electrical, body/paint, upholstery, brakes, etc. Black Corniche looks stunning once more and even though red is not my color, looking forward to see the other corniche come back to life, ready to both drive and impress along the way. Thanks for putting all of this on video,

I'm continually amazed that (as an amateur) you just turn your hand to everything and it's just expertly done ..and that you know so much about each aspect you address. 🎉

Gary is a methodical wizard, when it comes to classics! 🙏🏽

A red Rolls-Royce is a very rare find. That one will be super when you get it finished and should be worth a pretty penny.

@classic.obsession

2 ай бұрын

I’ve just found the interior for it! Regards

Hello, Back in 1971, when I was 12, my uncle bought a new 71 Silver Shadow, black sides, and a beige top, black vynil top. I think he said the paint was called Sand over sable. I remember riding with him and his family from Palm Springs to LA, to buy it. It was an absolutely gorgeous car. And the leather interior was beautiful and smelled so nice. When I was 15 he taught me to drive with it, and at 16 I took my driving test at the DMV with it. I would help him hand wax it about every 3 months. He sold the car in 1978 , and I believe it had about 50.000 miles on it. He sure loved that car, it still looked brand new in and out. He had misgivings about letting it go, but had his eye on a new Porsche. And so he did trade it in. I sure do hope its still around and owned by someone who loves it. If its still here in Southern California, theres a good chance it is. Great guy my uncle, and great memories of his beautiful ROLLS.

I‘m chuffed that you got the red Corniche running again! Now, just paint it Willow Gold, and you‘ll be a happy camper! Thanks for the lovely upload, and Merry Christmas to you! Happy motoring!🌲🥂❤️😊

Your attention to detail is great.

Marvellous stuff! Looks like lots of people DO like - the "Likes" were at 700-odd when I started and over 870 by the end. Great video - as ever!

When you finish up the red Corniche it will be pristine. Will be really fun to follow the car here on the channel.

Lovely to see these beautiful old cars back on the road,keep up the good work son proud of you 🎉🎉

Yet another great video Gary totally superb

Just found your channel Gary. I really like where you take the time to film with the camera static wherever possible. I have a SAAB 900SE but nowadays as soon as I pick up a spanner I can hear all the bolts tighten so any work now is left to a trusted specialist. You clearly have so much knowledge and expertise and good knees! You spend so much time showing us layouts and parts from the floor. Don't know how you do it?!. Keep up the good work.. Love the Rollers!

Brilliance. The calm, measured use of skill and tools is a lesson to us all. Would love you under the bonnet of my RR powered Arnarge. Excellent.

A big smile deserves a big like! ❤. The way you bring this shows so much love for cars!

Great to see more of your handy work on these beautiful, proper Rolls Royce cars.........look forward to the next videos

Such a pleasure to watch and learn. Greetings from across the pond in St Augustine Florida USA.

The red one looks as if it has a lot of potential. Does this mean having to fabricate another soft top? You did an incredible job on the other one. Good to see you back where you belong - in the UK!

Liked.already subscribed. Commenting in the hope the KZread algorithm promotes your channel.

Great work Gary 😊

I wondered if those red/green oil seals were coded a per nav lights on an aircraft or boat? Red for port (left), green for starboard (right).

@johnmoruzzi7236

6 ай бұрын

That would be my guess !

Your videos are pure therapy...love the music, love the detail and skill you show...and the passion...smashing stuff..thanks

so loving all your videos Gary, I've restored a few classic S1 Land Rovers and Austin 7's in the past (with simple mechanicals!) and now own a Corniche Convertible which does not require any restoration, but does need maintaining and Ive been a little scared to get too involved, but your Videos are giving me a lot of confidence, thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I will be really interested to see the dashboard coming together on the Red Corniche..

Always a joy seeing you working Gary I saved to see your video on christmas day, and what a good day it was. All your knowledge wiil stay here for ever. Just waiting for the new vídeo

You must be living right.that red car jumped to life. She's a beauty. I really like the older rolls pre injected models.

Love the calm, easy pace of your videos … 😊

Excellent video I loved it, the smoothest V8 I’ve ever experienced is the engine in a Lexus LS 430 and amazing piece of engineering in my humble opinion.

Can’t believe I’m sat on a balcony overlooking the ocean in Koh Samui and excited to see there is a new episode. It’s still raining worse than our city, gods own city, Lpool.

Love seeing old bits of kit being bought back to life and given another go! 🙂 Nuff said.

You do great work and make it look so easy! Love the old bangers you bring back!

Great job on the blue RR looking forward to watching you work your magic with the red one.

@gro9465

6 ай бұрын

Do you mean the black one?

So relaxing & inspiring to watch. Fantastic. Thx.

No wonder you can't get to see a GP anymore, they're all at home restoring their classic cars 🤒. 😀.

nice video. calm and precise.

Another top video with lots of retro goodness ,thanks again Gary .

I was a Rolls Royce engineer with 20 years experience . When I fitted driveshaft seals of which i done many colour coded ,green for starboard (right)

That’s stunning. Love the attention to detail at all times

Another great video Gary. I'm always impressed with the quality of your workmanship. Your paintwork especially on the black corniche would put a lot of bodyshops in the shade. Now we are in 2024 I wish you a very Happy New Year. From Geoff

@classic.obsession

5 ай бұрын

All the best!

What a great job on the black rolls 🥰

Those 3 pieces of music that you use work so well - they're such an integral part of your approach / style. Who made them?

@classic.obsession

6 ай бұрын

Free KZread music. I just trawl through and pick what suits. Thankyou for the kind comments. Regards.

@thesmithsUK

6 ай бұрын

@@classic.obsession Ah, I thought that might have been yet *another* hidden talent. Love the channel. But buy a heater for that garage!

sweet job on that paintwork Gary, hope you continue to have good luck with the red one

I can feel the passion , no arm and hand waving brilliant stuff

I don't think I've ever seen you so excited 😅

You have no idea how much I'd love to have a Rolls, but it would have to be a "fixer-upper"!

Okay, your "office chair" would run about $5k here in Canada. I can't imagine what your living-room set looks like, lol. That wingback should be next to a stone fireplace and a side table with a decanter of scotch. Great videos!

Thank you again for another interesting video about your car repairs. The music in the background, especially the piano , I would not miss if you change for something better in the future. 😊😊😊🇩🇪👍🏻

You make it look so easy!

@classic.obsession

4 ай бұрын

You should see the spanner likes in my wall!! Regards

You make it look so easy... It almost makes me want another older one. Almost...

What size is your garage? I’m amazed at the work you get done in the garage without a ramp. You hear so many saying you need this and that, to get things done and you put them to shame. Happy Christmas

@classic.obsession

6 ай бұрын

Not as big as it looks!! Regards.

Awesome episode, thanks!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

wonderful cars it just shows the quality built to last you are doing a lovely job

Great video, Gary. Thank you

Good stuff 👍🇬🇧

A very relaxing video. You have a great way of presenting!

Happy festivus GM and keep those videos coming!

That "Red Roller " sure is lucky to be in your garage, Mate....

Thanks Gary 👌🍺

love your intro it's magnificent

First time I’ve watched one of your vids, class mate.

Superb!

Very pleased to see you put mineral oil in the system and NOT 363 brake fluid. Expensive mistakes were often made especially when the SZ Spirit / Mulsanne range hit the markets. Twin SU's carbs were the proven way to go with this era of cars in my opinion and surprised when they change for just a short run of cars.

That must have been such a pleasure for you! To see that car bust back into life! 😉🥳

Another brilliant episode!

Superb, well done Gary

I love old Rollers, especially the corniche but they are totally ridiculous to own unless you have unlimited cash to burn to keep them running. Nice save👍👍 well done.

The Rolls are great viewing, the black one is really looking well now 👍

Great video and a lovely result.

Such a beautiful Rolls indeed. Thx for sharing, Gary.

Nice to see you Gary will catch up at cars n l coffee soon cheers barry

Lovely presentation.

Runs so well after all that time. The handed seals need the shaft rotation pushing the oil back so easy to see the flutes are either guiding inwards or outwards like a lhd or rhd screw thread.

A rolling success, I got that joke… 😂😅😊 Gary.. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your family…🎄☃️

hey gary - Great to see you grinning like a cheshire cat when the Rolls fired up ! These motors are just amazing .....The Black Corniche is looking absolutely splendind but cant believe that its been bumped again !! Looking forward to seeing the Series 2 take shape in future episodes . Merry Christmas from George & Stew

@classic.obsession

6 ай бұрын

All the very best guys..

@theaustralianconundrum

6 ай бұрын

Your vids make me so nostalgic. I LOVE older Rolls Royce's. Wonderful.@@classic.obsession

What a engine thx for the video

Great video Gary 👍🏻😀

Carbureted car start up that fast that is sweet. Especially for how long it's been sitting

Great Channel!

As always, soothing, fascinating, intelligent.

Fantastic result 😊

Keep it up mate - your vids keep me motivated with my restoration of mt RR James Young Silver Shadow - Your content is top quality thank you

Hi Gary, I honestly think your vids are exceptionally high standards , you actually make it look easy to work on,no matter what you are doing . Keep it up and more subscribers will appear 👍Well done you 👌👌👌

Great video Gary

Very nice work 👍👍👍and all the best for Christmas and New Year 👍👍👍🎄

Cheers and thank you for my morning fix. 😎🤙🌺

The true art of doing mechanic work

Trying to think of something snidey and cheap to say, but not inspired at the moment, so I'll just say fantastic work on a fantastic classic. Happy new year !

@classic.obsession

5 ай бұрын

All the best..

I used to use an Allen key to check diff oil level.