Richard Hammond has turned a Top Gear legend into a race car

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  • @Drivetribe
    @Drivetribe  Рік тому +90

    Watch Richard Hammond's Workshop in the UK: bit.ly/Richard-Hammond-YT-H3

    • @cheesegromit522
      @cheesegromit522 Рік тому +5

      Cheese 🧀 gromit

    • @DRKR416
      @DRKR416 Рік тому +13

      How can we watch it in America

    • @lio1234234
      @lio1234234 Рік тому +1

      Not great to be having another different subscription, but I'll do it just for the show. Quick question though, does it come in the entertainment only package? I ask because it mentions no Motorsport and I don't know how they categorised it

    • @lio1234234
      @lio1234234 Рік тому +4

      @@DRKR416 I'd imagine the same but with a VPN

    • @mattshiz
      @mattshiz Рік тому

      @@lio1234234 Yeah it is part of entertainment. The sports sub is for Eurosport.

  • @EmreGhost
    @EmreGhost Рік тому +1108

    First I see the video I thought they turned Oliver and thankfully it's not.

    • @timothybullard5161
      @timothybullard5161 Рік тому +42

      Appreciate the spoiler. Was concerned

    • @That0therG
      @That0therG Рік тому +10

      same

    • @WH250398
      @WH250398 Рік тому +33

      Thank the lord for that. Oliver wouldn't be Oliver.

    • @atinofspam3433
      @atinofspam3433 Рік тому +11

      but the thumbnail very very clearly has a car that is not oliver.

    • @P1kaSans
      @P1kaSans Рік тому +5

      i also thought it was oliver

  • @charlesdemaine3083
    @charlesdemaine3083 Рік тому +405

    I think it is absolutely wonderful what Hammond is doing here! Keeping it relatable. He's swiftly turning into the most likeable person on the planet. The excitement is real and everyone who loves classic cars feels the same. The Manta... geez, they were a movement in Germany (two big and awful but funny feature films about them). Much success with this effort! This is brilliant! Keeping those historical cars alive is just very important. Glad he is doing this! I salute you, Sir!

    • @pauldoree3967
      @pauldoree3967 Рік тому +2

      Had a Manta GTE Coupe (1984) from new for 10 years, loved it

    • @gerrie7407
      @gerrie7407 Рік тому +2

      Nu

    • @ThomasAndAbe
      @ThomasAndAbe Рік тому +1

      Manta manta

    • @Audio178bpm
      @Audio178bpm Рік тому

      Most likeable person on the planet? Geezuz,society really is broken.

    • @rdmz135
      @rdmz135 Рік тому +3

      @@Audio178bpm Thanks for your insight on society, Mr. "I take everything literally".

  • @otzfawt2698
    @otzfawt2698 Рік тому +359

    I could watch an hour long special with Richard just walking around cars and talking.

    • @Fortunes.Fool.
      @Fortunes.Fool. Рік тому

      I would like to walk with Richard walking around cars and talking.

    • @colapone1895
      @colapone1895 Рік тому +1

      YES

    • @buecomet831
      @buecomet831 Рік тому +1

      And here's the thing, I won't be bored.

    • @PlasticAssasin8
      @PlasticAssasin8 Рік тому

      you forgot his two minders strolling behind him

  • @kennorcott7074
    @kennorcott7074 Рік тому +304

    Love Hammond’s appreciation for the Saabs. Those are awesome and quirky cars

    • @meromokum4302
      @meromokum4302 Рік тому +11

      that red 900 turbo is a beauty

    • @Tayl0r_
      @Tayl0r_ Рік тому +4

      I gasped when I saw them. Pristine.

    • @MadIIMike
      @MadIIMike Рік тому +15

      The old ones often rolled over in rallyes without much damage and kept driving, it's no surprise Hammond is drawn to them.

    • @kennorcott7074
      @kennorcott7074 Рік тому +3

      @@meromokum4302 I will own a 900 eventually

    • @antoniosaab5319
      @antoniosaab5319 Рік тому +3

      I feel proud

  • @georgeplayingguitar
    @georgeplayingguitar Рік тому +97

    I spoke to Richard on this day at the NEC back in March... He was ace. As a fellow classic car enthusiast it was refreshing to see him so genuinely excited about his current field.

    • @carlosoruna7174
      @carlosoruna7174 Рік тому +3

      Maintaining an old car is an art. 1 oldie. 84 320i. Coupe. 105 k km

    • @Thisath100
      @Thisath100 Рік тому +4

      Wow, I didn't realise the delay to production on these videos was THAT long! Cheers for pointing that out.

    • @aaroni7491
      @aaroni7491 Рік тому +2

      @@Thisath100 I don't think it's always that long. These videos are being released alongside season 2 of Hammond's Workshop, which is airing now - that's why they're so delayed.

    • @Thisath100
      @Thisath100 Рік тому

      @@aaroni7491 Of course, that makes sense.

  • @mgccyoungmembersbranch622
    @mgccyoungmembersbranch622 Рік тому +51

    It was a real honour having you all on our stand with the MG! All the very best with the MGB Richard, which we are more than happy to support and help promote for you!

    • @drunkenhobo5039
      @drunkenhobo5039 Рік тому +1

      Says a lot about the average age of MG owners that 37-year-old Richard Hammond is with the "young" members branch!

  • @theodor12
    @theodor12 Рік тому +49

    This video made me so happy, I love Richard's enthusiasm!!

  • @christophb2736
    @christophb2736 Рік тому +45

    Richard, I know the feeling. As a petrolhead you realize how old you are by seeing the cars of your youth becoming 'classics'.

    • @worldcomicsreview354
      @worldcomicsreview354 Рік тому +1

      Just means you are classic as well!

    • @callummclachlan4771
      @callummclachlan4771 Рік тому +1

      Not so much a classic yet. But realising how old the Evo 10 is now (I still remember it being new) makes me feel old, same with the R35. Can't forget the FG Falcon for Australia and New Zealand. All three are over a decade old, heck. The Evo is practically old enough to have a learners license.

  • @rarerufus8864
    @rarerufus8864 Рік тому +1

    Loving the way Hammond's two 'minders' amble along as if they're actually interested in the displays ... 😀

  • @DragonHammer15
    @DragonHammer15 Рік тому +7

    As a Swede I'm happy to see both SAAB and Volvo getting some love

    • @douglasgreen437
      @douglasgreen437 Рік тому

      No love for IKEA ?

    • @DragonHammer15
      @DragonHammer15 Рік тому +1

      @douglasgreen437 Well, IKEA doesn't make cars. So it doesn't really apply to the video.

  • @DoubleDeckerAnton
    @DoubleDeckerAnton Рік тому +145

    Richard is a legend.

    • @trainman86trainstramsandmore
      @trainman86trainstramsandmore Рік тому

      oh doubledeckeranton hello!

    • @paliggae
      @paliggae Рік тому +2

      Hes a classic.

    • @dynamo1796
      @dynamo1796 Рік тому

      He is - and he gets to work with total legends! If they don’t get Abbie Eaton behind the wheel of the Smallest Cog MG I’ll be very sad =[

    • @zaid7823
      @zaid7823 Рік тому

      #observaion

  • @zenstrata
    @zenstrata Рік тому +17

    I approve of this. It's a great idea. I hope it works!~
    P.S. Get Jeremy and May to appear once in a while too!
    P.S.S. Maybe get the old Stig to do a race for you too? Might be fun!

    • @skylined5534
      @skylined5534 Рік тому +1

      Opinions and all that but personally I'd like to see those three kept away from this and this more honest, likeable version of Richard.
      The other two are far too sardonic, bitter, cheerfully miserable and now quite annoying. No thanks.

  • @T.S.T2014
    @T.S.T2014 Рік тому +22

    You can tell Richard’s made it when he has 2 henchmen following him everywhere. Either that or they are scared he’ll break something (he has a rep for that). 😂

    • @gs425
      @gs425 Рік тому +1

      Ex squaddie dumbarses trying to look discreet lol

  • @beaudwayful
    @beaudwayful Рік тому +10

    Hammond's enthusiasm is always infectious. I hope the Smallest Cog's campaign is a success.

  • @dkDyno
    @dkDyno Рік тому +36

    I guess that one security guy in the suit was following hammond to make sure he didn't crash anything there.

    • @C.CUMM1NGS
      @C.CUMM1NGS Рік тому +5

      There were 2 of them 😜
      I wonder if he will be driving his own race car 😂😂

    • @VinceW187
      @VinceW187 Рік тому

      That makes a lot of sense, can't trust any one of the trio

    • @fitz9559
      @fitz9559 Рік тому +4

      @@VinceW187 You could trust James May. Although maybe he’ll go so slow the car will just break down out of boredom.

    • @VinceW187
      @VinceW187 Рік тому

      @@fitz9559 true, they would have plenty of time to move things out of the way

  • @tanvirhussain6106
    @tanvirhussain6106 Рік тому +16

    No better way for car businesses to get the word out there than with a racing team. Love it

  • @JoshuaC923
    @JoshuaC923 Рік тому +5

    Props to the editor, great film

  • @davebarron5939
    @davebarron5939 Рік тому +22

    You know Richard, the thing that keeps coming to mind again and again is, between you, and your fellow Grand Tour presenters, YOU are the only one who has put his money where mouth is. Celebrating CARS! Well done and I hope all goes spectacular! Cheers!

  • @williamgreer4087
    @williamgreer4087 Рік тому +2

    Seeing the 80s/90s classics at these shows makes me happy, they're what I grew up with 👌

  • @upandaljm
    @upandaljm Рік тому +10

    His child like Wonder at the beauty of automobiles fills me with a sense of happiness that is far too rare these days.

  • @bryandhludhlu5177
    @bryandhludhlu5177 Рік тому +2

    I Love this! love the way Richard expresses a sincere, genuine love and same passion as us regular Joe's have for our project cars.

  • @DruidXT
    @DruidXT Рік тому +3

    I love the amout of bodyguars following Richard around the show

  • @OperationBlueprint
    @OperationBlueprint Рік тому +5

    Richard, your continued dedication to this and the What's Next channel is greatly appreciated 👍

  • @maccaplays6921
    @maccaplays6921 Рік тому +3

    I grow up watching young Richard Hammond and love the old wise mature hammond.

  • @Tayl0r_
    @Tayl0r_ Рік тому +4

    This gets me excited to work on cars after I do my welding and mechanics certification courses and save up for a project car!

  • @BansheeBunny
    @BansheeBunny Рік тому +1

    6:49 My wife wants an old car with fins, I told her the only car I would allow was the Volvo P1800 and I was pushing for the wagon.

  • @Seltsamisierend
    @Seltsamisierend Рік тому +13

    When will people outside of the UK be able to watch Hammonds Workshop?

  • @Taylor___
    @Taylor___ Рік тому +1

    I love this real version of Richard Hammond. On the tele I guessed he was trying a bit hard to be funny or whatever but just seeing him like this is so nice.

  • @grantwinkelbauer1120
    @grantwinkelbauer1120 Рік тому

    I love the stark realization of (oh no I launched that car and now its a classic!) I love going back through the old episodes and remembering what was exciting back in 2004 and seeing my childhood heros raced around

  • @Robin-Xbox23
    @Robin-Xbox23 Рік тому +3

    Love that richard has security behind him all the time

    • @maxmoller
      @maxmoller Рік тому +1

      That's gotta be the least discrete security.....
      In the world. 😁

  • @neckray
    @neckray Рік тому +4

    The fast quick cut editing is such a welcome addition. Kudos!

  • @laho1106
    @laho1106 Рік тому +1

    I love how Hammond has got himself not one, but two bodyguards as he walks amongst classic car enthusiasts :D

  • @LePedant
    @LePedant Рік тому +1

    Imagine driving Hammond's old Beech Buggy, and seeing him pass you on the highway. :)

  • @Djm9393
    @Djm9393 Рік тому +12

    Need more smallest cog seasons please give them more seasons love the vibes it's therapeutic 😌 🙌. I can't get that therapeutic vibe with electrical cars

  • @joannewhilde7359
    @joannewhilde7359 Рік тому

    My mum was at Speeds Volvo when Roger Moore was given the Volvo in the Saint. She patiently stood outside and said Roger was lovely.

  • @pskourides
    @pskourides Рік тому +1

    I have always admired you as a presenter and wish you well with this....What a great success you have made of the Smallest Cog :)

  • @bghoody5665
    @bghoody5665 Рік тому +5

    You know you've had a long automotive journalist career when some of the cars you reviewed when new are now considered classics. Have to agree with Hammond, the P1800 is a "gorgeous thing."

  • @HWvuurwerk
    @HWvuurwerk Рік тому +7

    Richard just breaths car enthousiasm, such a passionate person to watch

  • @squashum778
    @squashum778 Рік тому +1

    Talk about gift of the gab, guys got the ability to random open his mouth and always
    come out with interesting conversations. Very likeable.

  • @chrisgoblin4857
    @chrisgoblin4857 Рік тому

    I was pleased Hammond didn't disappoint and referred to motorsport as being a crucible as is tradition.

  • @anusername8350
    @anusername8350 Рік тому +1

    That livery reminds me of old Williams F1 cars. Love it.

  • @jaanikaapa6925
    @jaanikaapa6925 Рік тому +6

    Love the Rothmans style livery.

  • @suspiciousstew2953
    @suspiciousstew2953 Рік тому +2

    1:17 I think Hammond has captured the idea of aggressive marketing

  • @NandoFojo
    @NandoFojo Рік тому +2

    Editing and music choices y'all pick are simply 👌🏽

  • @philnorstrom1232
    @philnorstrom1232 Рік тому

    My 19 year old daughter just told me she is watching the old top gear. She remembers being a kid and us watching! And she's faster then me now karting! Thanks for the memories

  • @dashawndakeng
    @dashawndakeng Рік тому +7

    “Everybody loves a mini. It’s the law.” Hammond is a global treasure.

  • @_S0me__0ne
    @_S0me__0ne Рік тому

    Seeing the blurred car I could tell it was likely a BGT. As a lifelong MG fan, it was easy to discern its distinct shape.

  • @giorgosarifoglu953
    @giorgosarifoglu953 Рік тому +6

    Well done Richard, you said you had an idea for the MG and you did. Hope it goes well for you

  • @finnkleinbrinke9062
    @finnkleinbrinke9062 Рік тому

    ohh that's sick, my dad has a beautiful MG-B Cabrio in white. Love this!

  • @whydoiexist5890
    @whydoiexist5890 Рік тому

    "Everyone likes the Mini, you have to have a Mini its the law." I couldn't agree more

  • @jfk64kennedy95
    @jfk64kennedy95 Рік тому

    2:55 Hammond looks like he being stalked by the security guys (insert JAW's theme here) lol (yes, i realize they were working crowd,so they could film, you know they always there, you just don't see them usually, lol)

  • @nope.c
    @nope.c Рік тому +4

    More of this please! Hamster got his groove back. 🍺
    PS- bring the big Oaf back, too 😉

  • @chrisoakley6259
    @chrisoakley6259 Рік тому +1

    Love the fact you had a mantra and it got a shout out I’m 32 and it was my childhood car when I was born to about 8 years old lots of great memories and brake downs many fuel lines would love to get one for my old man again he had the top one I think it’s a gte if I remember right.

  • @Yvolve
    @Yvolve Рік тому +2

    2:51 Super celebrity Richard Hammond goes for a stroll with his personal security detail, the keep the riff-raff at bay!
    It looks so odd to see Hammond with security, you never see them like that anywhere. I get why they're there, don't get me wrong, just a little weird.

  • @StickPeopleAndPuff
    @StickPeopleAndPuff Рік тому +2

    I love this but I'd also love some Richard Hammond Motorcycle content. Perhaps a crossover with Alan Millyard???

  • @LordPalafox
    @LordPalafox Рік тому +1

    Hearing Hammond say "the white hot crucible of racing" again was a real blast from the past, can't wait to see the MG on the track!

  • @BigRichyC
    @BigRichyC Рік тому

    give it a black bonnet and it will be my late dads car, i was brought back from hospital on the back shelf and I always think of him when I see one. its on my bucket list to own and recreate that car so look after it and I will live vicariously through your adventures with it. loving your work Rich and the team.

  • @derzwiebler
    @derzwiebler Рік тому

    Love your Security Guys jumping Autoindustrie in the Shorts 😂😂😂

  • @gashead2
    @gashead2 Рік тому +1

    I think Hammond was advertising his security company as they were hardly out of the shot!

  • @worldcomicsreview354
    @worldcomicsreview354 Рік тому

    "Wow, you got those windows clean"
    "Oh, there aren't any windows"

  • @Lacquerhead-TX
    @Lacquerhead-TX Рік тому

    I do love the Panasports. I had a set of those for my '84 Mazda Rx-7 race car. Super light, classic look.

  • @MadIIMike
    @MadIIMike Рік тому +3

    Hammond had a Manta... now I can't stop imagining him with a mullet, jeans jacket and leather boots.
    Here in germany, the Manta was the ultimate meme car.

  • @Simb-l
    @Simb-l Рік тому +2

    Richard brunning from project binky should be your driver. Jimmy broadbent for backup

  • @rodrigosotopy
    @rodrigosotopy Рік тому

    Richard, wish you much success in the coming races. Cheers from Paraguay 🇵🇾

  • @DetroitMicroSound
    @DetroitMicroSound Рік тому +1

    Wonderful, how frequent this great stuff from Richard is!!!

  • @michaeloneil3653
    @michaeloneil3653 Рік тому

    Oooooo a B GT 🤩🤩🤩🤩 makes me miss my 79 B I autocrossed. Keep MG alive!

  • @TheDutchGuy110
    @TheDutchGuy110 Рік тому

    The security guy following Hammond must have a field day

  • @grdprojekt
    @grdprojekt Рік тому +1

    I burst out when he found the Morris Morina Owners Club 🤣🤣

  • @HalfUnder
    @HalfUnder Рік тому

    Antique MGs will always have a special place in my heart. I learned to drive on my father's 76 MGB. Wasn't anything fancy but it was a fun car to take out and go for a drive with the top down in Hawaii

  • @willtyler5118
    @willtyler5118 Рік тому +4

    Can we have Jimmy Broadbent driving for the smallest cog race team please

  • @shelbysolko7783
    @shelbysolko7783 Рік тому +1

    Hammond is in absolute heaven with all this. Seeing all those great classics from a lot of different manufacturers of the world. He's never played the Playstation's most popular game Gran Turismo. Cause there are many other rare classics he's never seen before. Something like the Abarth 1500 Bapisto from 1952.

  • @chriscottell6854
    @chriscottell6854 Рік тому +1

    Great job guys

  • @cleverusername9369
    @cleverusername9369 Рік тому

    I couldn't care less about cars but Hammond is just so enjoyable to watch.

  • @speedhunter7156
    @speedhunter7156 Рік тому +1

    I love it that their racing logo is similar to Pontiac Racings logo especially with the racing part

  • @jackwarren3080
    @jackwarren3080 Рік тому

    The paint on that Renault 19! What a stunner.

  • @len333p
    @len333p Рік тому +1

    Can’t wait to watch you step by step decide what to do and make a real race car. Make sure we get to see all the engineering and mechanicy stuff. Great idea Richard.

  • @disorder_go
    @disorder_go Рік тому +4

    He's a truly excellent presenter when he's being serious and on his own.

  • @tony66au
    @tony66au Рік тому +1

    I have to say that I've owned many of the cars Richard spoke about and All of them evoke fond memories including several Hillman GT Hunters, Morris Mini's and Austin 1800's along with classic 144 volvos, 122's, SAAB's etc
    Love or hate them they drove me to work and now the buggers are classics.

  • @rickstevens1479
    @rickstevens1479 Рік тому

    It great to see Richard interacting with all the other car lovers, taking pictures and shaking hands is important to the success of their projects. Well done ..

  • @adr0110
    @adr0110 Рік тому +6

    Watching the heavies stalking Hammond in the back ground is hilarious!! Clearly the classic car mob are dangerous fanatic groupies 😂

    • @kingskippy5232
      @kingskippy5232 Рік тому

      I couldn't help but watch them also, sometimes trying to make sure they were not too much in the shot, but still staying back.

  • @Patrick.Weightman
    @Patrick.Weightman Рік тому

    That "buyer's guide" was one of the most clever ideas I've ever seen. I've seen plenty of online write-ups on certain forums and the like, but a visual representation is just incredible

  • @Jonathan.R.Pereira
    @Jonathan.R.Pereira Рік тому +2

    Anyone noticed the Guards Walking behind Hammond?

  • @zacharyclemens9544
    @zacharyclemens9544 Рік тому +1

    There are so many cool and odd cars from the UK that we don't even know existed in the US.
    Keep up the interesting and entertaining content please.

  • @jeffmeijer3137
    @jeffmeijer3137 Рік тому

    What's terrifying is this little man walk-in behind you what looks like he's appearing as your 3 foot ninja wow isn't that calling the kettle black

  • @c_lakindick
    @c_lakindick Рік тому

    The not so subtle security behind Hammond is so funny

  • @obsidian....
    @obsidian.... Рік тому +1

    Hammond with security guards 🤣

  • @karlj1717
    @karlj1717 Рік тому

    It’s great that he’s using such a attainable car for this project, that livery looks awesome as well.

  • @wildarms007
    @wildarms007 Рік тому +1

    I hope this car can go to Goodwood festivals.

  • @SneakyBadAssOG
    @SneakyBadAssOG Рік тому

    Those two blokes, "How can we be the most inconspicuous? Oh I know, let's walk the entire time in front of a camera".

  • @richardbailes5578
    @richardbailes5578 Рік тому +1

    Am I the only person who wanted Hammond to build a race mini?? But still love the choice he went with 😅

  • @IvanGonzalez-nl7pr
    @IvanGonzalez-nl7pr Рік тому +1

    So happy I subbed to this channel

  • @ArniVidar
    @ArniVidar Рік тому +2

    These videos are basically the only time I'll willingly and happily sit through what essentially is a 10 minute long advertisement. Love these peaks behinds the scenes, and doubly joyous seeing all those fantastic (and awful!) cars! 😅

  • @ClellBiggs
    @ClellBiggs Рік тому

    James, Jeremy, Richard - Car journalists
    Side projects:
    James - A pub and Gin
    Jeremy - Farming
    Richard - More cars!

  • @nascargas
    @nascargas Рік тому +7

    Do you have any static shots of your newest racecar? That is a fantastic livery and quite era correct!.. Id love to see more of it!

  • @redbarchetta8782
    @redbarchetta8782 Рік тому

    The MGB is the perfect car for many uses and still looks modern for some reason.

  • @callumhardy5098
    @callumhardy5098 Рік тому +1

    I loved that Top Gear Episode, that MG is such a cute little car, Jeremy’s fiat was fiery and Italian, James’s Peugeot was a French beauty. Even though it was the very last Top Gear episode, it’s sort of sad and sweet at the same time.

  • @nedkelly4999
    @nedkelly4999 Рік тому

    Hammonds got his own security team following him around

  • @Felix24148
    @Felix24148 Рік тому

    I'm glad to see this car again Hammond. It was my favorite from that episode

  • @itsokay7989
    @itsokay7989 Рік тому

    The transformation of the car is amazing. It looks great, and the best of luck to Smallest Cog Racing!