Classic car bought online unseen from auction costly mistake or bargain you decide 😱
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- Опубліковано 2 тра 2023
- We were wanting to buy a #morrisminor but it went for far too much money, disappointed we did the classic auction silly mistake and bought a car with our heart and because we were in a car buying mood. Even though we have a mechanical genius in the household we didn’t tell him and carried on regardless! Stupid lesson learnt or got way with it? You decide 😂
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Fantastic to see a young lady so passionate and totally appreciative of the joys of classic vehicle ownership.
Thank You and thanks for watching 🤗
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@@matildariverwaldennews WOAH... Kid in sweet shop....🤣🤣
Considering the unfair flack our cars are getting these days it's an absolute joy to see this young lady excited about this beautiful car. It's so important, we need our younger ones to look after our cherished cars in the future.
@@levelcrossing150 yeah defo when they are gone they are gone!
I have never seen someone be so overjoyed about buying a car. I hope you get years of pleasure from it.
I just love classic cars have no interest in new ones!
I hear a small block ford in the background. 4:30
She’s so adorable, the perfect girl
@@guysumpthin2974 😊👍
What a an adorable young lady, enjoy your car even if it turns into a bit of a project as old cars usually do, that's part of the fun all hobbies cost money but should be a investment in the long term as well.
42 years in the classic car trade and your video warmed my heart, this is what classic cars are all about, each with its own character. Have fun making happy memories with your Princess
Thank You 😍
Well done ..my dad had the same car I remember many days at the seaside with this little gem hope you make many memories of your own x
@@Liverpudlian Classic cars give a lot of happy memories 😊😍
What a breath of fresh air you are. Your enthusiasm is infectious. I was grinning from ear to ear when you picked it up and first sat in it. Great end to a boring week at work. Don't lose your love for old cars, us old duffers need keen young people like yourself in the old stuff world.
Glad you enjoyed the vid, do t worry I won’t my mums the same been brought up to love them 😍
Your passion for this will make you a wonderful wife
Engine sounds a bit clicks…tappets probably.
The fact that you are soo happy, excited and thrilled with the car proves that it was a bargain at any price! She looks great and I hope you enjoy and take good care of her. Congratulations!
I think it was a bargain 😊
As somebody who’s now 73, we were brought up on cars like this. It is only now seeing your enthusiasm, that I realise what is missing in today’s awfully dull computer controlled cars. Enjoy your (new) car, + no car tax or mot required, a winner. 👍
Yes just the basics are fine make happy motoring and less stress 👍😊
She is so happy! I loved when she thought the cigarette lighter was a switch she thought she broke! She will enjoy the time figuring out all the bits and features this little car offers. A wonderful classic and a perfect fit for her. A Princess for a Princess!
That’s what my mum said 😂😍😊
Lol bless. We have all done that but in my case I learnt very early. My dad said don't touch the switches as it's hot( he had a herald) and I did! I was about five years old and burned a ring in my hand!! Boy did it hurt! Thankfully they are mostly used for 12v accessories now so perfect for you.
@@paulives4758 oh no! Yes that’s what we use ours for now 😊
My dad had a Super Snipe and, as a youngster, I wondered if the cigar lighter was still hot when it was no longer glowing red; it was and I got the smell of burning flesh and the spiral burn pattern on the end of my finger.@@paulives4758
So it was a cigar/cigarette lighter, I wasn't sure if it might have been a manual pump for the washers. Recently our next door neighbour had a flat tyre, I've got an electric compressor. The only problem was we couldn't find the 12 volt socket anywhere, she's only had the car a few months.. After consulting the handbook, we found it, it was located behind a flap in the centre console
When I had my garage business, many years ago, I had lots of young girls buying their first car and were always keen and excited....but NONE compares to your genuine, enthusiastic happiness!
Enjoy your new treasure and enjoy all the fun...and troubles...it will undoubtedly bring you!
Well done, miss!
Thank You I just love classics I never get bored of viewing them or steam engines thanks for watching 😊
I was smiling throughout this whole video. It took me back many years ago when I surprised my daughter with her first car. She was so happy and acted the same way this young lady did. No matter how old you get, life doesn’t ever get any better than this ! Thank you for this video !
Glad you enjoyed the vid 😊
Always good to see the younger generation take an interest in these cars as it helps to keep them preserved.
Yes it definitely does 😊
It's really good to see a young generation Lady so into and excited about the older cars.
I have been teaching my 11 year old grand daughter to weld, wire tow-bar electrics and solder & wire plugs.
She now wants me to teach her to drive. "off road on private land of Corse"
it seems that this lady has the same feelings for the cars of yesterday.
Well done.
Great work.
Keep up the good work.
Hope you get to drive it very soon on the road.
Sounds great we’ll done to her 🥳😍
If only everyone was as enthusiastic as this young lady, lovely to see.
Thanks glad you enjoyed the vid 😍
Absolutely wonderful to see a young person so interested in an old car, this is a great buy by the looks of it (once you get the door shutline sorted) and hopefully will give her new owner very many happy hours of cleaning, owning and driving and appreciating it. Well done Folks have a great time!
Thanks for sharing this with us car people.
Thanks for watching and commenting 😊
@@matildariverwaldennews More than welcome and look forward to more updates!
When this car was built Vanden Plas was a high quality coach builder with its own factory. The car would have been built at the Morris Motors factory at Cowley, Oxford, then sent down to VP's coach works at Kingsbury, North London, where the interior would be fitted out. They used the same materials that would have been used in Rolls Royce and Bentleys, so this car is in effect a mini Rolls.
I definately thinks shes a mini Rolls !!!! Thanks for that info
Er, no it's not. It's basically a basic 1100 with a larger engine and better trim. It's called badge engineering. Only in Britain was this done on a large scale. It contributed to the collapse of the car building industry.
Certainly not 'only in Britain'! Forms of 'badge-engineering' have been and still are used by many vehicle manufacturers. For example, although arguably in a more complex form, by VAG so Volkswagen, Audi, Seat and Škoda plus Porsche, Lamborghini, Bentley etc. @@achitophel5852
@@achitophel5852 I had a 1966 MG1100 sports sedan version here in the US. It was an excellent handling car due to the hydrostatic suspension. The dash trim was a bit simpler, but the car gave a great feeling of interior space inside due to the flat floor and nice layout.
@@achitophel5852GM in the US was all about badge engineering. Cadillac and Chevy's sharing same basic parts.
Never let your passion for old vintage cars die. It's so lovely to see.
It is a "Classic car " . A vintage car is a car made between 1919 and 1930 .
Thanks and thanks for commenting 😊
The Princess 1300 was a far better car to buy than the Morris MInor. Enjoy.
Nice buy 😊
@@waynebairstow5261 Thanks Wayne we love her 😍
OMG! My biggest fear as I get older is that the younger generation aren't interested in classic cars. How wrong was I. You have put a huge smile on my face with your enthusiasm. I recently sold my car to a young man and he too was so excited. Thank you for sharing. I wish there were more Matilda's in this world!
There are a few of us that still care 😊
Clicking on this I was expecting a clinical knit picking assessment of a classic car bought unseen, wondering if it was a proper auction or an ebay purchase. What I got was the very best feelgood video I have ever seen on UA-cam and I'm certainly very happy for you, in fact I got so excited I had to go and put a fresh battery in my pacemaker!!! Haha that's how good I felt. This line of cars the Austin Morris 1100 1300 etc series was the most popular family car in the UK for about 7 to 8 years running. The only real downside was they were notorious for rust. Yours is quite exceptional, and if it is original underneath it's way beyond exceptional. Enjoy!!!
I try and not put negativity in my videos there is enough of that on the internet especially with the local moaners on FB groups 😂😂😂 I just try and show it as it is if it was a rust bucket I would have covered that, you would have just got a lot more vids of my brother Billy repairing her 😅 always look on the bright side of life 🎉 thanks for watching 😊
Absolutely heartened by your excitement! Congratulations for purchasing a Classic piece of British Car history. As owners, we are their "custodians" or "Keepers" if you like and we keep them alive for others to enjoy as much as ourselves. You will have many many years of enjoyment from her, as I do mine. And yes, I have purchased on-line sight unseen and have been so happy with each purchase. There certainly are some absolute "gems" out there :)
I had never heard of one before, I’m blown away with the quality, really happy with our purchase 😍
Custodians of a piece of British car history, well put. So good to see a young person excited about all the "features" we took as ordinary back in the 60's and 70's. Little handles that make the windows go up and down, 1/4 lights !! yes please.
@@billgaytes6845 glad you enjoyed the vid 😍
Custodians very much a term used for listed building policy. I agree we must look after and enjoy them for future owners too.
@@paulives4758 😍😊
Absolutely 🤗 Wonderful 🥰!
Congratulations!!!!
I'm 63 y.o. ........I got my First British Car almost,50 years ago !!!!!
It was a 1964 Jaguar Xke Two door Coupe !!!!!
I was Excited as you are !!!!!
Many Thanks for bringing a Legendary Memory!!!!!!
Enjoy !!!!
Ahh thanks for sharing your story, Princess has brought back a lot of happy memories to a lot of people had countless messages 😍
I had a Wolseley 1300 mkII twin carbs ,roomy, lovely to drive , Mulberry White just like yours, my first car . I share your enthusiasm for what is a great vehicle and so well appointed with all that extra Vanden Plas. Now responsible to two Volvo 240s 31 years old and built to last. Wish you every happiness. ❤
Well done for preserving TWO classics 😍
As others have said its brilliant to see you so excited. Be aware that classics can need more maintenance than a modern but are worth the ‘smiles for miles’ you get in return. Fantastic video, congratulations😁.
Like the ‘smiles for the miles’ I’ll have to use that 😂
Good on her so overjoyed
By that lovely car its a princess as well not just a plain morris .
Not saying morris no good but a princess.All that oak panel dash board no wonder she over the moon
So would i .
Good on you girl happy and safe motoring......
Thank you for watching 😊
I wasn’t that happy picking up my new Mercedes Benz. This girl is so sweet I can’t stop smiling.
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Seeing how excited you were with your newly acquired classic car really warmed my heart. I wish you many happy smiles and trouble free miles enjoying your land crab!
Thank you so much!😊
Had one for years loved it lovely to drive UOK 400H. Wish we still had it good luck take care God bless Tom and Rosie.
Yes many people wish they had never got rid of their classics 😢 thanks and thanks for watching 😊
Yes many people wish they had never got rid of their classics 😢 thanks and thanks for watching 😊
Really hope it turns out well for you . Your smiles say it all .
I used to work on these back in the day . Weak spot is the auto gearbox . Keep the oil changed VERY regularly . They are difficult and expensive to fix . Watch out for rust but that applies to any classic car of course . Good luck .
Thank You 😊
I really enjoyed your enthusiasm. The old car hobby needs young persons like you. Congratulations on your fine acquisition and enjoy!
Thank You very much 😍👍😊
Mathewsons are the best classic car dealers in the country. Brilliant
She's great, such an infectious, funny, sweet character. My brother Daz had a dark blue one and he absolutely LOVED it.
Thank You glad you enjoyed the vid 😊👍😊
Lol.. so cute. She didn't know what the cigarette lighter was and called the glass holder an ashtray. So much excitement
Very well done Girl, It’s wonderful to see that some of the young generation can, and indeed do actually appreciate old British classic cars, you are a breath of fresh air, the classic car scene needs young enthusiasts just like you....I hope you have many years of enjoyment with your classic car, and the classic car scene ❤👍🇬🇧.
Thanks for your lovely comment and thanks for watching 😊
You have your Princess and you have such a happy "squeak". Enjoy your new toy !
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It's Heart warming to see such a lovely young lady getting so excited about a lovely British classic car. I hope you have many miles memories and many years on the road together. Be Happy, I'm sure you will 😊😊😊
Thank You and thanks for watching 😁
@@matildariverwaldennews Your very welcome Matildar. 😊😊😊
@@TheGov1967 👍😊
This is a lovely video! What wonderful happy energy you have. Cheered me up after being out in the rain all day.
Glad I cheered you up 😊 thanks for watching 😊
What a heart warming aura she gives off
Thanks 😊
I've worked on these cars for years. Am actually looking for o e myself, am 57 this year. What an absolute inspiration you are, you've nailed it. I've never seen such a young lady so excited over a old car. Respect to you 👍👍
Thanks glad you enjoyed the vid and good luck with your car search 👀 😁
I'm a new subscriber, loving your video's, I am so happy your Princess turned out to be a decent car but you need to adjust the valve clearances so she runs better, 12 throw is the clearance x
@@simonross1159 Thanks for the supportive comment, I’m sure Billy has done that now, but I will definitely ask 😊👍😊
Well done young lady, buying that car will be better than money in the bank, try to keep it dry and get the underneath sprayed with waste oil or something to keep the rust at bay🙂
Billy looked yesterday and said the underneath has been done, but thanks for the advice 😁
Bought a car blind from same auction house last month and drove it the 300 plus miles up to Scotland a great wee adventure
Sounds great 👍😊
:) I grew up with this era of car. This was a posh version of the Austin 1100 and 1300. The thing you notice the most is the room inside and the ability to see out of the windows. Clear glass as opposed to tinted. Nice car for sure and so many memories. Love your excitement ❤
Thank You and thanks for commenting 😊
I bought an Austin Apache 100 for my wife but after driving it home I decided to keep it for myself as it was such a great car. I then bought her a Morris Oxford station wagon which she enjoyed until one day the Apache was parked behind the Oxford so I told her to take my Apache, she did, and I never got it back!! She loved it and taught my two youngsters how to drive in it. She kept it until the tin worm finally had eaten more than enough of it before it went off to the knackers yard. I'm sure you will love your Princess. Have fun.
@@kentilly6160 yes I do they are great fun 😊
Classic motoring, it's the best way to drive around😊
Definately 😍👍
I’m 70 years old and ❤your enthusiasm for your new old car. I know you’ll be a great caregiver for a classic
Thanks glad you enjoyed the video 😊
Nice to see that young lad drive it with respect up onto his recovery truck. You both deserve it. No big bore exhaust , no chipping it haha. A lovely buy and looked after many many years of pleasure
That’s my brother he loves classics I think he was nearly as excited as me!
@@matildariverwaldennews oh I'm sorry well it's great to see I have 2 minis and they are both cherished so good luck to you and your brother 👍👍
Good luck to you also 👍😊
Get him a new hoodie!
What a wonderfully joyful and positive young lady. The future of classic car collecting is in safe hands for sure. 😊👍
Thank you for watching 😊😊😊
Lovely to see you smiling, it’s contagious
Thank You keep smiling! 😀🤗
This video just popped up on my feed 😊 It is brilliant! You should be proud. Currently 8.2k views at just a day 😊Your enthusiasm is infectious. I’ve dealt in cars for 30 years and am yet to see this much joy from someone getting their presumably first car! Enjoy it. That’s one ridiculously cool first car. Look forward to seeing more of it. Good job Matilda!
Thank You yes it’s had over 70,000 now I’m flabbergasted 😮
That is one of the most genuine person that is excited about their car. Well done and enjoy it.
Thank You 😊 😊
Made me smile seeing how pleased you are
Older cars have so much more soul and character than modern ones
Hope you enjoy it for a long time
Definately I cannot tell the difference between new cars 🚗 I can spot a classic miles away lol
I never thought I’d see someone in ecstasy over a Landcrab but all the best with it! We had heaps of them in New Zealand and I spent a lot of time fixing them. You need to keep the whole ignition system in tip-top shape cos the distributor, coil, leads and plugs are all in front of the engine. Rain gets all over them and any dust or excess resistance causes tracking (spark jumps to earth via some easier path before it gets to the plug gap) and the crab dies. But the have a lot of room for their overall size and handled well. Hope you have many happy miles in it!
Thanks and glad you enjoyed the vid 😊
@@matildariverwaldennews the cure for that : ngk plugs with a very small gap (like a 2cycle gap) .018”inch , and solid-core plug wires . Always use a brass-terminal cap (not aluminum) and full-length rotor (some boot-leg rotors are shorter)
@@guysumpthin2974 Thank You 😊
@@matildariverwaldennews anytime mlove
That is a lot more unusual than a Minor, and, to me at least, a lot more desirable! As others have said, please keep an eye on the potential rust spots, especially underneath- there is a reason why the ADO16 range is now rare although they were Britain's best selling car for several years!
A great purchase and I love your enthusiasm!
Will do thanks for watching 😊
I doubt this car produced so much joy even when new. Congratulations on your new ride.
Thank You 😊
When I was a kid I remember my father owned two 1100s, very reliable and never let him down..........no wood or leather though!
..................actually I just remembered my Uncle Jack owned a blue one with wooden picnic tables behind the front seats.
Yes mine has that!
I absolutely love your excitement and enthusiasm for the Princess. I hope you have many years of happy motoring 👌
Thanks Nigel 😊 and thanks for watching 😊
What a lovely girl, all the things us oldies take for granted in an old car, she has never seen before 👴🏻👍
Yes all new to me the Princess! 😊
When I read "Princess" I thought it was one of those nasty wedge shaped things. However, your princess is a lovely ADO16 and very rare as an automatic.
My Gran had a white Austin 1300 and it was a lovely car. Most cars of the time (and some even into the 80's) had a rigid rear axle, giving quite a poor ride in the back. As a child I always preferred riding in the back of Gran's car rather than my parents MK1 Cavalier. I would have one now, but as I have to park in the street, I've opted for a moggie simply due to panel availability.
I hope you have many great adventures in your princess.
That’s what my brother thought 😅 although I think they are quite desirable now 😊 thanks for watching
Beautiful car! I think you did very well considering you bought it sight unseen. Wishing you years of joy ( in between the heartaches ) Looks great at 50 odd years , great video and thanks for allowing us a peak at the other treasures. Looking forward to seeing updates as you progress in your vintage adventures.
Thanks Nick and thanks for commenting 😊👍😊
I share your excitement ! I've recently bought my first Morris Minor and I'm giddy about it at my tender age of 7ty something.
Enjoy your piece of history and stay safe.
Pleased for your purchase also I love Morris Minors 😊
What a cool purchase, when most youngsters are only interested in boring modern cars (if they’re interested in cars at all). Your enthusiasm is wonderful 😀
Only classics for me thanks for watching 😍
Far better car than a Minor, ten times more comfortable, top quality car inside, drive and handle better too.
It definitely is very well made 😊👍
@@matildariverwaldennews 100% wool headlining and carpets, real walnut veneer dash and picnic trays no Morris Minor ever had.
Anything is better than a Morris Minor, even a bicycle.
@@johnmills7716 😱
I had a standard 1300 without all the posh extras. It's a good car but make sure you get the brakes and steering checked over because an accident in any car without the hundreds of safety features that today's cars have would not be good. It will be MOT exempt but if I were you I would put it through one anyway, so you can then be sure it's safe. And use a garage that knows about classic cars, not one of your modern dealerships! Good luck, though, I think you'll have a lot of good times with it.
Excellent advice.
Thanks for the advice 😊 thanks for watching 😊
my sister had a wolseley same shape as her first car here in New Zealand It was a great car !! Drove very well and being front wheel drive was very safe around corners etc There is a strong following in NZ with British cars of this era
Thanks for that info I may post my vid on a NZ site 🤗
Great video, amazing to see a young lady so interested in a 1970's car ,fantastic !😄
Thanks for watching 😊😍
My first car was an Austin Allegro Vanden Plas had a lovely walnut dash and these little walnut picnic tables in the back of the front seats.
Yes mine has those 😊😍
Absolutely heart warming to see your enthusiasm, sincerely hope you both have many miles of happy memories together.
All the best and Good luck....,
Thank You Will put vids up in the future hope you follow the journey 😀
It's so nice to see how passionate and happy she is about a classic car, I hope you have many years of enjoyment with ur pride and joy
I hope I will 👍😍👍
Go girl nice to see a young lady enjoy a old car very easy to service and repair from one old car nut to a young car nut enjoy
Hi 😊 thanks for watching 😊
Just came across your channel this morning duck, how can i not subscribe with sush an enthusiastic young lady ? I wish i could get my 23 yr old daughter to be as enthusiastic with cars and the mechanical upkeep of them. I have owned my 1990 cossie since 1992. And told her if she shows a true interest in basic mechanic I'll sign it over to her, otherwise she'll have to
wait until my demise. Im still waiting ! Now seeing your enthusiasm, i know the chances are you'd be wearing overhall and getting your fingers dirty, asap. Like the other comment said, miles of smiles girl.👍
Ahh thanks for the comment 😍👍 glad you enjoyed the vid 👍😍😁
It is wonderful to see young people excited about classic cars while looking at the old systems through todays glasses.
The 'cupholder' was a place for your cup when stopped for a picnic.
The shock at it having an ashtray
No idea how to set an analogue clock
And the mysterious button that goes in and won't come out? A cigarette lighter. Or rather a cigar lighter if its a Van Den Plas...
And that auto was so clever in the 1100 / 1300 / Mini that it could bump start the car when towed which can't be done with autos normally.
Lovely cars in their day with stacks of room even the plain Austin 1100 my mum and dad had. When dad died mum kept the 1100 and I was given her white Mini 1000. The shape and sounds still bring a lump to my throat.
I hope the ladies have a ton of fun with this gem of a find. You did good ladies!
Thanks for the info and thanks for commenting 😊
No MoT ,no tax and cheap insurance,plus you'll learn to drive the right way, by anticipating and not simply relying on servo brakes,ABS, and power steering.
I'd recommend all younger people get a classic car and not a souless modern conveyance.
Hope you have many years of fun.
Thanks David I am sure I will 😁
Thank you for posting, your enthusiasm fills me with joy.I hope you won’t thrash the Princess with a birch like Basil Fawlty, I feel old🥹.
Ahh I remember the scene 😂😂😂
So endearing to see her enthusiasm on seeing her lovely classic car for the first time. I'm sure it will give her plenty of happiness. Good luck young lady!!
Thank You 😍 and thanks for watching 😆😁😀
I will never hear Barry White's "Cant Get Enough of You Babe" ever again without thinking of this video.Great production, the drive to Pickering ,finding your new car, wondering what the dashboard control is, I think it is a cigarette lighter, push it in and it heats up, then it pops out and you remove it and light your ciggy, if you smoke, which everyone did when this car was built.
Loading it onto the van, your bro having a butchers underneath, then back home.
Videos like this are why I don't watch much telly anymore, top marks.
That’s brilliant glad you really enjoyed it, can’t beat a bit of Barry White 😍
Thank heavens this vehicle wasn’t fitted with an ejection seat, as all that button pressing would have resulted in a neck brace 😂 lovely joyous video…. Thanks
🤣🤣🤣 although it would have made a good UA-cam vid 🤣🤣🤣
Made my day watching this…. These classic cars can make you so happy , they need a lot of looking after , but I’m sure she’s gone to the right home . Happy motoring and make lots of happy memories..
Thank You we thankfully have Billy he does all the maintenance starting with a service today 😍
You've bought yourselves a lifestyle. I have always had classics. The problems you will have will be part of the fun.
You need to learn as much as possible about an old car, and fix the problems yourselves. Never get disheartened, just enjoy being different.
Thanks I’m sure I’ll enjoy the journey with its ups and downs 😊
Sweet girl, I am so happy that this little car is making you so happy.
Me too!!😊
Pure class lovely lady, also Helena Christensen's the supermodels fav car. " There is only one car a Morris Minor" was her quote. Love it.
😍👍😊thanks for watching and commenting 😊
You can't go wrong with that little classic. It will always be worth money and even a mechanic of limited ability will be able to keep it running. No MOT or tax needed, Cosy little drives out in the evening in the rain will be a joy. Have fun and keep it nice. x
Will do thanks 😊👍😊
What a breath of fresh air you are. Your enthusiasm is infectious. I was grinning from ear to ear when you picked it up and first sat in it. Great end to a boring week at work. Don't lose your love for old cars, us old duffers need keen young people like yourself in the old stuff world. Matilda you just made my day as well!!❤
Really glad it made your day 😊 thanks for commenting
@@matildariverwaldennews You are a real Princess in my old eyes :)
@@paulbrenton939 😂thanks 😊
It's so wonderful to see a young person be so passionate about an older British car. They are lovely cars and you did well there.
Yeah I think we did very well 😍👍
That excitement is priceless - wot a bargain!
Yes we think it was a bargain 😊
This car fits you perfectly.
Thanks 😊
You are adorable Matilda! You have just earned yourself another subscriber!😍🥰❤😘
Thanks Richard 😊
Very cute video. Reminds me of when we purchased our daughters 1st car. Looks like a very well maintained car. Hope she gets years of enjoyment out of Princess.
Yes it is in very good condition 😊
Love at first sight! Love it. So good to see. I felt the same way taking delivery of my Saab V4 95 on the back of a low loader when I was 16. Pure joy!
It’s wonderful 😍😊😍
I sold these cars new back in the 70's and I rather liked them too. The only problem is that the auto gearboxes can be a bit of a pain. If I remember correctly they share the same oil as the engine - as do the manual cars. My advice would be an oil change every 3000 miles with a new oil filter every other change. Using a top quality semi synthetic oil is most important. Happy classic motoring !
With the auto I think a motorcycle engine oil would be best.
Yes I’ve found that out they share the same oil as the engine, thanks for watching 😊
This was hilarious - this Princess has found the right new owner who will love on it. Every old car has some quirks that the previous owner learned to accept. There is bound to be some hidden surprises from the past when this was just a cheap used car.
Thanks glad you found it funny a few people have taken it so seriously it’s hilarious 😂
4.19 "Is that a horn" priceless!
My car knowledge is on par with my steam engine knowledge although it is improving, I can recognise Princesses now so that’s an improvement, I really thought it was too old for lighters although ash trays everywhere should have given the game away 😂
Yes, you definitely got a good buy there, good luck with it.
Lovely to watch , she is like a Kid on Christmas morning , what a charming young lady !
Thank You 😊😊😊
Fantastic to see someone so excited by an old car , hopefully brings many years of enjoyment to yourselves 🤞👏
Thank You 😊
Lovely car. Needs looking after but will be increasing in value and you can't say that about many cars. I remember these when they were new and they would often be showing rust when delivered. This one seems in good condition.
It appears to be in extremely good condition 🤗
Lovely Video.
As a retired mechanic it brings back memories. I gave my then girlfriend a VP. About you age at the time and she was as excited as you are.
Hand on heart there is nothing I haven’t done working on 1100 and 1300s.
Thanks for sharing! And thanks for commenting 😊
It did make me smile all the way through the video , Bless your hart to see a younger person getting really excited about a classic car , I was giggling when you thought you broke it , I had forgotten about the younger generation not knowing about the era of them cars , A big thank you to bringing a big smile to my face , enjoy the car and have fun , keep giggling and smiling x.
Glad you really enjoyed the vid Malcolm and thanks for watching 😊👍😊
That was a priceless response when you first saw and fell in love with your Princess. She, as well as yourself are a pair of little gems and are a perfect match. These older cars have true character unlike the plastic modern ones nowadays and she looks in great condition. I can tell you that she will turn more heads going through cental London than these latest Ferraris and Lambo's because the little lady has class and a soul! Happy driving! 🥰🚗
Yes classic cars are far better, glad you enjoyed the vid 😍😊✌️
It's difficult to say if it was a bargain or a mistake, the price wasn't revealed. Having said that the only thing better than the lovely car was the sheer joy it put on a young girls face. Drive safely young lady and congratulations.
£3600 on the Matthewsons site. Sorry, £2200 - there were two sold
Sold for £2200 with auction charges and £22 for internet bidding I think the total was £2450. But my mum deals with that 😂 she just teaching me to be aware in future with bidding when I get older to remember charges!
@@matildariverwaldennews Well, I think, knowing now what you paid, that you got excellent value. I hope the princess gives you many years of enjoyment.
@@fatbelly27 Thank You 😊
Obviously you love it and thats the most important thing
WELL DONE GIRL, HOPE YOU GET MANY YEARS OF ENJOYMENT,
YOU ARE A BREATH OF FRESH AIR
Thank You, yes we have had great fun already 😊 thanks for commenting 😊
Some cracking roads. Love driving around there
That’s why we go over the tops and not that awful A65 thanks for watching 😊
Matildas' enthusiasm is a true delight...I hope she has many miles of happiness
Thank You 😊
In 1976 I passed my test in a similar car and I owned 2 of them, great little cars they really are. Biggest problem is rust, please keep it inside, we'll done, enjoy.
I don’t have a garage but will keep clean and waxed 😊
You make me feel young again, I can remember being emotionally invested in my cars.
Thank you glad you enjoyed the vid 😊
Wow look how happy she is, this is real nice. I have a 10 year old daughter and shes starting to get into older cars, she loves my Lexus ls400, I've told her never buy new cars
I agree ☝️ 😊