Very nice results! Great idea to preserve nicely aged lume as well.
@user-pg1fe5cb5g4 күн бұрын
Oh wow... i have that same cleaning machine... i need to get it refurbished though (got it on a trade and dont even know if it works) you know where i can get another jar for it?
@Mitkawatch3 күн бұрын
EBay is your best friend. And make sure the wiring is not brittle and damaged as cleaning fluid is quite flammable..
@andrewrutherford70277 күн бұрын
This song showcasing this car got me hard 🤘🏻 then you started it and you ruined my edging. Started super smooth made me bust 🔥
@Mitkawatch7 күн бұрын
😆
@nukvar2312 күн бұрын
Good video, you deserve more viewers
@Mitkawatch12 күн бұрын
I appreciate that!
@CHWatches14 күн бұрын
Never seen an escape wheel, or any wheel broken like that. Crazy someone would glue it back together. Love the watch…now I want one
@CHWatches14 күн бұрын
I like the strap!
@IShootWatches14 күн бұрын
Great video! I have an Ingenieur 666 Cal 853 and it's one of my favorite watches! Now I know why! (I've never disassembled mine!) Lovely movements! I really appreciate you making a video about this and congrats on the outcome!
@Mitkawatch14 күн бұрын
It’s a fantastic combination of case, design and movement! Makes me want to specialise in vintage IWC. Glad you enjoyed the video:)
@jerrymoran832316 күн бұрын
Gents, you covered quite a bit of ground showing view of some of the worlds most excellent racers. However one of the most Notable racers the out preformed the top racers of the day was OlD YELLER II around the 14:48 mark should have spent more time. The globe trotting racer that promotes racing out of pocket in the world Ernie and Elaine Nagamatsu. Racer built by Max and Ina Balchowsky. Racer driven by greats Dan Gurney, Bob Drake, and Carrol Shelby.
@stevewesterman978417 күн бұрын
Brilliant craftsmanship! Appreciate your honesty too with telling us about not wanting to c*** it up. And yes, a beautiful watch indeed!
@lesgriffiths852317 күн бұрын
Was this elegant Lancia also Pinifarina's favorite? It certainly is mine.......but living in Australia as I do, I have had to settle for a Peugeot 404 since my University days in the 70s'''...................I sold my 5th Peugeot 404 in 2023. Great video. Les Griffiths
@Mitkawatch16 күн бұрын
Flaminia is the finest PF design in my book! Check out my 404 video also😃👍
@user-ws2ip5qe5o17 күн бұрын
Funny duo🤣
@billsohne120719 күн бұрын
Great Video ! Will send a box of stuff for you to service !
@davebrown618320 күн бұрын
How many of these are left in the UK RHD? I have a pair of Flavias with me belonging to my father - vignale convertible and a 815 Berlina like this. Beleive only a few Berlinas remain?
@Mitkawatch20 күн бұрын
I don’t know, but can’t be many!
@duffyx22 күн бұрын
Wow - two brave men! You and the owner…. Really nice seeing you work.
@jacksugden819022 күн бұрын
Nice collection
@benfrancis462823 күн бұрын
Crikey 😍
@nicholasdavis65724 күн бұрын
A lovely Saab and a beautiful Jaguar too. The perfect combination!
@xjohnnydsonx25 күн бұрын
Great vlog and soundtrack Mitka 👍
@Mitkawatch24 күн бұрын
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it:)
@Neqael.25 күн бұрын
CYMA did make good watches.
@TR4man26 күн бұрын
I thought I recognised this fleet of cars - I enjoy reading about their exploits on Pistonheads
@TheBTG8826 күн бұрын
My first car was a cream yellow 1980 Saab 99 with orange and red racing stripes down the sides. Loved that car.
@Mitkawatch26 күн бұрын
Must have looked Awsome!
@MDBond-pz1lg27 күн бұрын
Has it got a heater?
@Mitkawatch26 күн бұрын
It does not have a heater only a fan. But best combo is combined with a dehumidifier.
@MDBond-pz1lg25 күн бұрын
Cheers
@em.14227 күн бұрын
Seems like you didn't use anything to protect the dial when removing the hands, and you also didnt control the movement when letting down the power, you just let it rip??
@Mitkawatch26 күн бұрын
Well observed, No I did not use a cover over the dial as the tool has Teflon feet and I have never scratch anything using them. Last time I had a mark it was from an old style hard plastic protector that actually left a swirl mark… I have started to use the new very nice Bergeon dial cover as it’s flexible and soft. (Se the latest videos) I usually let the power down by disabling the click and controlling it via the crown (if you lost grip of the crown you can bugger the barrel teeth).
@amigachris27 күн бұрын
Looks like Verona green, my last was a '75 emerald green paid all of 300 quid back in 2003... Had several over the years. rare sight now.
@peterriggall840927 күн бұрын
Beautiful example of a rare car. Love its quirkiness. Can’t be many left worldwide.
@xjohnnydsonx28 күн бұрын
The double act back together 👋🤣
@TheHorsebox228 күн бұрын
What a gorgeous little Saab. Love it when little gems like find good homes. Long may they enjoy it.
@marksitaliangarageАй бұрын
I think it’s quite lovely ! Elegant
@loumontcalm3500Ай бұрын
Look like Tiparillo cigar tips to me.
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
I Think you are correct!
@user-ws2ip5qe5oАй бұрын
Thats a stunning dial not to mention nice movement!
@xjohnnydsonxАй бұрын
😂🤣 the ashtray routine cheered me up Mitka, you could start a new career as a standup 👋
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
I would have to much to say about the world🤣 but glad you enjoyed it
@williamcorke8698Ай бұрын
Get it running!
@williamcorke8698Ай бұрын
kzread.info/dash/bejne/gqd2ks2ylsvUlbQ.html
@moyadapne968Ай бұрын
Could that 3rd knob be a dash light rheostat? The more you show of the Alfa, the better it looks.
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
Could be! I’ll figure it out at some point
@peterriggall8409Ай бұрын
That’s what I thought too. Maybe the red knob might be an aftermarket Hazard light switch???? Very retro dashboard. Love that BIG tachometer.
@unbalancedcrankАй бұрын
Love the Alfa, an uncle had a 2600 Coupe held together by prayers. It looks like you have your own Frankers there too!
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
The coupes are cool cars! Ha Indy is much less behaved than Frankers.
@maximus2811Ай бұрын
Rolex over priced over rated. Third from the left. All very nice watches!
@nilschr.nesthorne7795Ай бұрын
Citizen
@DanielGonzalez-cs8prАй бұрын
Why would anyone want to "fake" this low end model from 50 years ago? Is there really that much profit in selling them on e-bay to a few scattered customers? Why don't they just fake Timex and Bulova while they're at it?
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
You turn a £20 watch into a £250 one on a good day. Sell 20-30 of those in a year and presto!
@DanielGonzalez-cs8prАй бұрын
@@Mitkawatch But these are $80-$120 watches! The watch bands alone could be $10 of that!
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
@@DanielGonzalez-cs8pr I think it would cost them about 20-30$ pr watch max. If you look on eBay several fake ones are listed for a lot more than $80. I can get a low quality strap for $0.99 in the U.K. anyhow the real question is why would anyone buy one knowing it’s a fake😂
@dcanmoreАй бұрын
Beautiful car. The fake vinyl roof looks to be wrinkle paint, you see it on the dashboards of MG sports cars of the era and was advertised as a 'crackle finished dashboard' feature.
@RickyWoodgerАй бұрын
Lovely watch. I have a Buren Starlite Slender that i picked up a little while ago. I plan on giving it a service, so your video will be invaluable for me as it is a little scary.
@totoro2135Ай бұрын
Do you mean "valuable" instead of "invaluable"?
@RickyWoodgerАй бұрын
No, invaluable. Meaning " valuable beyond estimation"
@f-u-nkyf-u-ntimeАй бұрын
I love this channel, I love watches. I've never heard of Buren though. I've just been bought a 1970s Omega Seamaster deville Tiffany edition in 14k gold and a 1961 Jaeger lecoultre manual wind 9K gold gents dress watch. I'm wearing my Tag Heuer right now.
@patifelipe108Ай бұрын
Gracias por el nuevo video. Saludos desde Uruguay.
@alanthomson1227Ай бұрын
Have t watched but that must be a pininfarina design
@studiocalder818Ай бұрын
La Berlina è stata disegnata internamente in Alfa Romeo. Sul telaio 2600 vari carrozzieri hanno lavorato: oltre a Pininfarina (bellissima spider) e Bertone (lavoro giovanile di Giuguaro il bel coupè) hanno realizzato piccole serie anche OSI (elegante e pulita berlina) e Zagato (sbalorditivo coupè! uno dei miei preferiti modellini 1:43 da bambino)
@peterriggall8409Ай бұрын
I think you have a good plan. It would be a terrible shame to scrap a car that is totally complete apart from engine and trans. and that is available. By aiming to get it roadworthy and no more might stop it becoming a money pit. Maybe move it on then and let someone else take it to the next stage. You have made great progress already.
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
I imagine it being a very cool run around👍
@JackyChassagnevirol-np7ysАй бұрын
2:32
@JackyChassagnevirol-np7ysАй бұрын
2:53
@grumpy9478Ай бұрын
the least valuable 2600, I imagine... the engine & tranny must've gone to a spider or gt. this one strikes me as excessively "labor rich" - even if the drivetrain is all good. a lot of work to make it an interesting driver. I suppose it would be great if it could be made nice & reliable enough for a couple of couples to go out for dinner, or a team of like-minded friends to go hunting for more vintage cars (big enough trunk for tools, towing straps, floor jack & etc). if that one were found in left-hand-drive land across the pond, there'd be talk of dropping in a SBC (w/ auto!). surprise old jags & benzes for fun. best of luck!
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
It was the least desirable back then and still is today.. But the fact it’s so unusual makes it extra fun to eventually getting it roadworthy again👍
@grumpy9478Ай бұрын
@@Mitkawatch absolutely. & you're right about the wild wheels - what caps! over decades of destroyed chassis it could end up a survivor-rarity after all. & some patriotic birthplace billionaire wants nice drivers returned - a contribution to culture. so... no downside.
@gerryellis3847Ай бұрын
My father had a 1961 type 2000
@studiocalder818Ай бұрын
Very remarkable, considering the rarity of the model abroad. I believe that in addition to Italy they only sold quite well in France, Switzerland and Belgium (later in Brazil). What country are you from?
@gerryellis3847Ай бұрын
@@studiocalder818 my father was an Architect he did work for the Italian Ambassador who had a 1961 type 102 2000. It was replaced by a 2600 for the New Ambassador Dad and the departing Ambassador became friends. Dad purchased the LHD 2000. I loved it. I even got to drive it on private roads.
@tho4747Ай бұрын
Barra
@smhorseАй бұрын
What would it take to convert it to right-hand-drive?
@MitkawatchАй бұрын
More work than it’s worth…
@smhorseАй бұрын
@@Mitkawatch: thought so. I had to ask, given that the engine and gearbox are safely out of harm's way!
Ай бұрын
Only sand-blasting down to bare metal will tell how solid it is. That's probably the only way to go, otherwise the car will continue to deteriorate underneath the paint and filler. It should probably go back to Italy where the expertise to restore it and locate parts is most likely to be. Restoration will probably cost more than the car will be worth in the end, but that is almost always the case.
@marcoannauАй бұрын
One of the most beautiful bodystyles of the 1960s- looking forward to more videos..
Пікірлер
Very nice results! Great idea to preserve nicely aged lume as well.
Oh wow... i have that same cleaning machine... i need to get it refurbished though (got it on a trade and dont even know if it works) you know where i can get another jar for it?
EBay is your best friend. And make sure the wiring is not brittle and damaged as cleaning fluid is quite flammable..
This song showcasing this car got me hard 🤘🏻 then you started it and you ruined my edging. Started super smooth made me bust 🔥
😆
Good video, you deserve more viewers
I appreciate that!
Never seen an escape wheel, or any wheel broken like that. Crazy someone would glue it back together. Love the watch…now I want one
I like the strap!
Great video! I have an Ingenieur 666 Cal 853 and it's one of my favorite watches! Now I know why! (I've never disassembled mine!) Lovely movements! I really appreciate you making a video about this and congrats on the outcome!
It’s a fantastic combination of case, design and movement! Makes me want to specialise in vintage IWC. Glad you enjoyed the video:)
Gents, you covered quite a bit of ground showing view of some of the worlds most excellent racers. However one of the most Notable racers the out preformed the top racers of the day was OlD YELLER II around the 14:48 mark should have spent more time. The globe trotting racer that promotes racing out of pocket in the world Ernie and Elaine Nagamatsu. Racer built by Max and Ina Balchowsky. Racer driven by greats Dan Gurney, Bob Drake, and Carrol Shelby.
Brilliant craftsmanship! Appreciate your honesty too with telling us about not wanting to c*** it up. And yes, a beautiful watch indeed!
Was this elegant Lancia also Pinifarina's favorite? It certainly is mine.......but living in Australia as I do, I have had to settle for a Peugeot 404 since my University days in the 70s'''...................I sold my 5th Peugeot 404 in 2023. Great video. Les Griffiths
Flaminia is the finest PF design in my book! Check out my 404 video also😃👍
Funny duo🤣
Great Video ! Will send a box of stuff for you to service !
How many of these are left in the UK RHD? I have a pair of Flavias with me belonging to my father - vignale convertible and a 815 Berlina like this. Beleive only a few Berlinas remain?
I don’t know, but can’t be many!
Wow - two brave men! You and the owner…. Really nice seeing you work.
Nice collection
Crikey 😍
A lovely Saab and a beautiful Jaguar too. The perfect combination!
Great vlog and soundtrack Mitka 👍
Thanks! Glad you enjoyed it:)
CYMA did make good watches.
I thought I recognised this fleet of cars - I enjoy reading about their exploits on Pistonheads
My first car was a cream yellow 1980 Saab 99 with orange and red racing stripes down the sides. Loved that car.
Must have looked Awsome!
Has it got a heater?
It does not have a heater only a fan. But best combo is combined with a dehumidifier.
Cheers
Seems like you didn't use anything to protect the dial when removing the hands, and you also didnt control the movement when letting down the power, you just let it rip??
Well observed, No I did not use a cover over the dial as the tool has Teflon feet and I have never scratch anything using them. Last time I had a mark it was from an old style hard plastic protector that actually left a swirl mark… I have started to use the new very nice Bergeon dial cover as it’s flexible and soft. (Se the latest videos) I usually let the power down by disabling the click and controlling it via the crown (if you lost grip of the crown you can bugger the barrel teeth).
Looks like Verona green, my last was a '75 emerald green paid all of 300 quid back in 2003... Had several over the years. rare sight now.
Beautiful example of a rare car. Love its quirkiness. Can’t be many left worldwide.
The double act back together 👋🤣
What a gorgeous little Saab. Love it when little gems like find good homes. Long may they enjoy it.
I think it’s quite lovely ! Elegant
Look like Tiparillo cigar tips to me.
I Think you are correct!
Thats a stunning dial not to mention nice movement!
😂🤣 the ashtray routine cheered me up Mitka, you could start a new career as a standup 👋
I would have to much to say about the world🤣 but glad you enjoyed it
Get it running!
kzread.info/dash/bejne/gqd2ks2ylsvUlbQ.html
Could that 3rd knob be a dash light rheostat? The more you show of the Alfa, the better it looks.
Could be! I’ll figure it out at some point
That’s what I thought too. Maybe the red knob might be an aftermarket Hazard light switch???? Very retro dashboard. Love that BIG tachometer.
Love the Alfa, an uncle had a 2600 Coupe held together by prayers. It looks like you have your own Frankers there too!
The coupes are cool cars! Ha Indy is much less behaved than Frankers.
Rolex over priced over rated. Third from the left. All very nice watches!
Citizen
Why would anyone want to "fake" this low end model from 50 years ago? Is there really that much profit in selling them on e-bay to a few scattered customers? Why don't they just fake Timex and Bulova while they're at it?
You turn a £20 watch into a £250 one on a good day. Sell 20-30 of those in a year and presto!
@@Mitkawatch But these are $80-$120 watches! The watch bands alone could be $10 of that!
@@DanielGonzalez-cs8pr I think it would cost them about 20-30$ pr watch max. If you look on eBay several fake ones are listed for a lot more than $80. I can get a low quality strap for $0.99 in the U.K. anyhow the real question is why would anyone buy one knowing it’s a fake😂
Beautiful car. The fake vinyl roof looks to be wrinkle paint, you see it on the dashboards of MG sports cars of the era and was advertised as a 'crackle finished dashboard' feature.
Lovely watch. I have a Buren Starlite Slender that i picked up a little while ago. I plan on giving it a service, so your video will be invaluable for me as it is a little scary.
Do you mean "valuable" instead of "invaluable"?
No, invaluable. Meaning " valuable beyond estimation"
I love this channel, I love watches. I've never heard of Buren though. I've just been bought a 1970s Omega Seamaster deville Tiffany edition in 14k gold and a 1961 Jaeger lecoultre manual wind 9K gold gents dress watch. I'm wearing my Tag Heuer right now.
Gracias por el nuevo video. Saludos desde Uruguay.
Have t watched but that must be a pininfarina design
La Berlina è stata disegnata internamente in Alfa Romeo. Sul telaio 2600 vari carrozzieri hanno lavorato: oltre a Pininfarina (bellissima spider) e Bertone (lavoro giovanile di Giuguaro il bel coupè) hanno realizzato piccole serie anche OSI (elegante e pulita berlina) e Zagato (sbalorditivo coupè! uno dei miei preferiti modellini 1:43 da bambino)
I think you have a good plan. It would be a terrible shame to scrap a car that is totally complete apart from engine and trans. and that is available. By aiming to get it roadworthy and no more might stop it becoming a money pit. Maybe move it on then and let someone else take it to the next stage. You have made great progress already.
I imagine it being a very cool run around👍
2:32
2:53
the least valuable 2600, I imagine... the engine & tranny must've gone to a spider or gt. this one strikes me as excessively "labor rich" - even if the drivetrain is all good. a lot of work to make it an interesting driver. I suppose it would be great if it could be made nice & reliable enough for a couple of couples to go out for dinner, or a team of like-minded friends to go hunting for more vintage cars (big enough trunk for tools, towing straps, floor jack & etc). if that one were found in left-hand-drive land across the pond, there'd be talk of dropping in a SBC (w/ auto!). surprise old jags & benzes for fun. best of luck!
It was the least desirable back then and still is today.. But the fact it’s so unusual makes it extra fun to eventually getting it roadworthy again👍
@@Mitkawatch absolutely. & you're right about the wild wheels - what caps! over decades of destroyed chassis it could end up a survivor-rarity after all. & some patriotic birthplace billionaire wants nice drivers returned - a contribution to culture. so... no downside.
My father had a 1961 type 2000
Very remarkable, considering the rarity of the model abroad. I believe that in addition to Italy they only sold quite well in France, Switzerland and Belgium (later in Brazil). What country are you from?
@@studiocalder818 my father was an Architect he did work for the Italian Ambassador who had a 1961 type 102 2000. It was replaced by a 2600 for the New Ambassador Dad and the departing Ambassador became friends. Dad purchased the LHD 2000. I loved it. I even got to drive it on private roads.
Barra
What would it take to convert it to right-hand-drive?
More work than it’s worth…
@@Mitkawatch: thought so. I had to ask, given that the engine and gearbox are safely out of harm's way!
Only sand-blasting down to bare metal will tell how solid it is. That's probably the only way to go, otherwise the car will continue to deteriorate underneath the paint and filler. It should probably go back to Italy where the expertise to restore it and locate parts is most likely to be. Restoration will probably cost more than the car will be worth in the end, but that is almost always the case.
One of the most beautiful bodystyles of the 1960s- looking forward to more videos..