Jaguar XJC V12 returns but how much did it cost? Plus annual garage spend round up for 2021
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- Опубліковано 25 гру 2021
- The restoration of my Jaguar XJC V12 manual took 10 months to complete and in this video I go through all the costs on this project and all my other cars in Harry's Garage. I also explain why I'm using ethanol free storage fuel in all my bikes and why I use CTEK chargers in the garage.
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The Yaris got down to three cylinders? That's all it got, mate.
Yup; I realised that when I was doing the edit but left it in there, partly for amusement purposes but mainly to see how many spotted my mistake. Congrats, you were first!
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Thanks Harry for your wonderful content on all channels and platforms, all the best for 2022, keep safe, drive safe and happy driving.
Yes, I was wondering, too... I red issue 292 of evo magazine only some days ago, where they wrote about the GR Yaris if it is the greatest hot hatch of 2021. (I disagree with evo!) And when I saw the video I thought: "It only has 3, hasn't it?". :-)
A great year for videos Harry! Really enjoyed them all! Hope you have a happy '22
The Jaguar looks stunning, incredibly well judged modifications.
I fully agree, especially the colour.
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I think these vids also showcase that we still have some great craftsmen and engineers with amazing skills , easy to forget in this throwaway world we live in . Top job by all .
Great post. The idea we are losing such highly skilled artisans is sad. For most people the cheapness and ease of use is more important than enjoying such well performing and artistic vehicles. I am always happy to see videos on older cars with history and class than some which outperform but lack soul.
The skill level of the body work guys has been outstanding 👍
@@brianiswrong I would 2nd that all the way .
@@brianiswrong Also the guy that built the V12 , all the body guys said "that was his baby" I know exactly how they feel .
"Throw away world"? Nope. Not remotely. Never be fooled by personal experience.
That Jag is the most beautiful car ever designed, now restored in all its glory. Bravo Harry!
Absolutely.
I think you've done the XJ justice. Not only by restoring it but by making it look almost modern with that stunning paint job. One important aspect of the restoration is that you have enabled some very talented folk to exercise their engineering skills and, hopefully, they'll pass those on to the next generation. Much respect.
Really love the transparency, Harry. Not that we are entitled to know how you spend your pennies, but in an odd way it makes this channel more relatable. The XJC looks immaculate.
I often find myself baffled by how humble and human Harry is while literally showing off his collection worth millions upon millions of pounds. Amazing feat of culture. I absolutely admire and look up to him. Can't even speak about my phone without smugness. myself :D.
Harry’s a very hard worker indeed.
He has a large collection of some very demanding vehicles that would crush most people. I sometimes struggle with the ownership of just one toy car. It takes a pair of very broad shoulders to feed a car passion anything close to Harry’s
i honestly think its due to him being a totally straight goer, he never has to hide his worth or worry that the taxman might be watching and taking notes.
@@NGC1433 I think your estimate of Harry's toys is rather wishful thinking. Although I'm sure H would love it to be worth that much. Remember the F40 and the other Countach is owed by a friend of Harry's!
His patience this year with his various rebuilds! Next time, like with any builders - get a detailed run down when each section of the car is expected to be done and estimated price. Had Harry not continued to visit for video updates, I think he could be waiting another year!
For the first time ever I’ve seen a resto/mod with NOTHING I’d change or do differently. Absolutely bang-on XJ-C!! 😍
I'd really love to see a brown/tan interior to better complement the green. However, I can't argue with the lovely wear on the seats. It does add charm (and surely saves a good amount of expense)
@@marcob1729 biscuit beige is what it needs.
I think that XJC is actually very good value for the result gained, especially when compared to a lot of the ‘restomods’ being offered. The finish looks incredible and love that the seats have kept the original patina.
I suppose people can disagree about the level of value (although I agree with you, Tom) but I'm just thrilled that Harry brought that car back to prime. After all, they ain't gonna make anymore...
What sets this channel apart is the fact that the GR Yaris has had a suspension upgrade, not just because the sponsorship but because it'll be appreciated by those who use it!
Following the XJC has been a joy. I love the machine and I’m as green as the car with jealousy! Very good work!
It is indeed a special machine. :) Agree. :)
The story of the Jaguar has been amazing, from unknowingly driving a rust bucket to rebuilt to better than new and becoming a valuable addition to harry's collection. I've enjoyed all his video's and look forward to 2022.
The epitome of taste, absolutely beautiful.
As a Jaguar enthusiast from the age of 8,now 63, my father bought a Mk 10 followed by a 3.4 or 3.8s, not sure after all these years. I love all the Jags on Harry's channel and if I ever win the lottery I will make him an offer for the project 8 he can't refuse. Dream on sunshine 🤣
Your Jaguar looks absolutely fantastic... It's almost beyond words how good it looks with the color you chose... Congratulations, it's been a pleasure to watch and I can't wait to see the little Lancia coming back too!
Absolutely beautiful Jaguar! The color and the refinished wheels just make it look amazing!
Harry has got exquisite tastes in cars.
See how high the modern Yaris is, relative to nearly all other cars in the garage (just my eyes) this is the nature of new modern cars.
Hi Harry im an ex 911,M3 Owner now liiving in Thailand here I have 4 bikes a Pickup and a Nice Tuned Honda Jazz all running on Bio fuel,I love driving the Jazz around Bangkok 125 bhp very stiff suspension and reminds me of my Porche Euro driving days that runs on 95 E20, My 14 year old Kawaski 650 runs on 91 Bio has done for 5 years no problems whatsoever,Thailand is 20 percent bigger than the State of California and the Roads here for driving and Biking are second to none,As an Elderly Petrol head really enjoy youre videos Sir.
Jag is unbelievable, Fair play, great choices, love the colour and wheels.
I'm blown away by the Jag. Been following all the videos on it, and it was well worth the wait. Absolutely stunning. Possibly one of my favourites in your stable now. Thanks for all the entertainment throughout the year Harry. Happy New Year to you and your family. Looking forward to the next year, and all the new plans you have for the collection. 👍🏼
Great content as ever Harry, the Jag looks spectacular and it’s always nice to have something no one else has. All the best for 2022
sad the Esprits gone... always loved the look of them since Earls Court Motorshow in '76!!
The Jaguar looks stunning, that unique amazing colour suits it perfectly and I totally agree about the positioning of the number plate, looks far more elegant set back under the bumper and in black and I'm glad you stayed with those wheels too. I've always loved the shape of these coupes and this one looks sophisticated and purposeful, a real iron fist in a velvet glove, a true gentleman's carriage fit for John Steed, wish it was mine!
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Ian and Harry make my Sundays better than they ever have been! Love these guys
Forgive me but should I know who Ian is?
Iain Tyrrell’s Classic Workshop.
I would add Allen Millyard with these two guys.
Amen!
That line weirds me out so much cos my brother is called Harry.
I note the old girls original reg plate has changed from CLG 830S.....she was a great car when new, despite the auto box which suited the characteristics of the vehicle, and the softer suspension. I can remember the day I picked her up and drove her home from Chester. Very little would keep up with this car in its day. Thanks for saving her.
Having previously owned an XJ12 6.0 litre Series 3 Manual TWR with a ZF conversion (and loved it), after being forced through divorce to sell it, and later acqiring a low mileage (45k) totally standard Series 3 XJ12 that had sat in a garage for 33 years due to a broken gearbox, I was hell-bent on converting it to a manual, rather than replacing it with another GM400 box. Fortunately, I was given the advice by a friend whose knowledge I knew should be well respected, not to convert to manual and rather to keep the car standard with a fresh GM400. Having never driven the standard car, and only heard the oft repeated "slush box" comments, I was a bit reluctant to heed the advice of my well respected friend. He tried to point out to me that Jaguar had engineered the car, very determinedly, for refinement, rather than to be a sports car. The expense of the conversion, combined with his advice led me to the decision to keep the car standard. I have to say that he was absolutely correct. The "slush box" comments all turned out to be utter garbage. My car is mechanically superb. The engine runs exactly as it was intended having had a lot of time and money spent on the ignition system. The car is something salubrious to drive with the three gears that it has. Ultimately, in my eyes the XJ12 is a forgotten-about master piece in completely standard form. That's probably due to it's reputation for unreliability, which it unfairly obtained because of unconscientious, irregular servicing. But if one of these is maintained correctly...what a car, WHAT A CAR!
An epic year! Thanks Harry for everything you do and share, and the expert craftspeople you help keep employed! Best wishes for 2022
The Yaris only has three cylinders, I guess it went down to two. Really interesting video, thanks for sharing Harry.
I was thinking the same
Oh, yes, it’s absolutely worth spending that money, especially if the end result is that XJC! Thank you for breathing new life into one of the most under appreciated classics of the modern era.
Harry, I would just like to thank you so much for the content as ever through 2021. I actually felt a little nervousness when you said you may not do as many videos in 2022 due to trips etc….. PLEASE, ‘we’ beg you, please keep them coming!!!! I really do appreciate both the factual and the personal stuff you manage into your videos, the 99 Ron fuel etc you featured is a huge plus, snippets like that really do make a big deal of difference to your fellow petrolheads. Thankyou again!!!
What a beauty! Congratulations to Harry and the whole team for the amazing restoration!
The projects this year have been among my favorites. A four cylinder Lancia, a V8 Rolls and a V12 Jag all had one thing in common. The cursed demon known as RUST. And no, that is not an acronym for Reveal/Unreal Stealth Technology. It is just a long running battle against a natural process intent on destroying our enjoyment of automobiles. It was thoroughly enjoyable watching these craftsmen work to restore these fine cars. Loved every episode. Here's to a great 2022 and the rebirth of the Lancia!!
Wonderful wonderful work. Knowing the difficulties that any form of Xj6 can throw up when in throws of restoration - the chaps at Painting Classic cars deserve massive praise for what they have achieved with your Xjc. What else so exclusive and so beautiful could you have bought for the money you've spent - I can't think of anything. A great round up of the year - and looking forward to seeing more of the Countach next year! 👍👍
One of the nicest restorations I have seen, and thank you for keeping the wheels. Fantastic!
Thank you for all of the entertainment provided over the year. The restorations have been a pleasure to watch experts share their craftsmanship with us all.
I’m looking forward to more of the same in 2022
The Jag had a great end result. Love the "confusing" nature of the re-build. Faithful to the original specs, but better. Happy New Year!
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love the fact that every year Harry is willing to say what his fleet cost .. can anybody name another you-tuber who is that honest & open ??
Mike from Autovlog gives regular news on his income from UA-cam and how much each video makes for him.
Shmee 150
I think the Car Guys do it too.
Stradman does as well. Also gives us prices on his new house build as well as the cars.
Joy to watch as always. Lovely collection of cars. Money well spent on restoration.
The Jaguar came out great! Restorations are fascinating to watch because of the transformation from worn and damaged to the renewed. Looking forward to more videos in 2022!
Allen, Iain and now Harry, the holy trinity! The car looks stunning and what a journey we’ve all been on!
Who’s allen?
Indeed Allen Millyard's Xmas "Kawasaki S1 Four Cylinder - Bottom End Build" was such a treat!!!
You don’t know who Allen Millyard is? OMG.
@@rossbright1123 Watch the last few series of The Motorbike Show, with Henry Cole. Allen is one of the guys Henry uses on his restoration- the 6 cylinder Z1A was some conversion.
I love dipping into these Harry’s Garage vids; some lovely motors. As an XFR owner, The Project 8 trip through Germany was scarily entertaining 👍
I’m into cars not bikes so won’t be watching him
Thanks for taking the time to do these videos Harry, I’ve really enjoyed watching them, and looking forward to the next ones, Happy New Year.
I don’t think he’s look at flipping the car . Harry has done this to own and drive. It’s like a new car
You've had a great year and, therefore, so have we! My favorite is the XJ-C, it's simply stunning in every detail. I have a Jag V12 and your engine bay is a work of art!
Thank you for a fantastic year of great entertainment! Looking forward to more videos in 2022. All the best from Denmark.
The XJC has turned out soooo well. Was lucky enough to ride around for a while in the 80's in the 4.2 XJC ( silver with dark roof) so the V12 must be even better. Well done Harry.
Congratulations!!! Really well done, just a great project to follow. Thank you so much. Looking forward to new projects in 2022. Stay healthy & all our best regards from Switzerland. C. G. former 1992 Daimler DoubleSix owner.
The Jaguar came out beautifully. What a dream car, well done.
Shes alive, What a beauty, sounds lovely, can't wait to see that green paint pop out in the sunlight👍
Fantastic 2021 EOY round up, can't wait to see/hear the little Fulvia as much as I anticipate the sounds of a run-in flat six & V12! Keep 'em coming Harry!
Thanks for the entertainment in 2021 Harry. Echoing others, the choices you made on the XJC restoration are spot on, and also reflect your character. Mainly sensible, just a little bit mad. Fantastic spec. All the best to you and yours in 2022.
"Thanks Harry for your wonderful content on all channels and platforms, all the best for 2022, keep safe, drive safe and happy driving."
I personally think that even with the cost of the restoration, your XJC is still kind of a bargain…. It’s as near to a new one as you could get & it just looks fantastic. The colour really suits & the manual box, suspension & wheel choice are spot on.
I’m glad you did it & thank you for sharing all the cost etc.
Hope you have a great ‘22 & I look forward to the next video. Take care 👍
Thank you Harry, the Harry’s Garage and Harry’s Farm videos have kept me sane throughout the madness that was 2021.
The jag looks amazing as if it has just left the factory
Love the tour of the garage and what is hopefully happening in 2022
All the best for the new year cheers Harry 👍🚗
Appreciate your honesty re costs. There are so many channels that hide the true costs of running classics. Its so easy just to state purchase price v current value, which doesn’t show the true story at all.
A full year of video's, Harry. Trips, cars and the farm. Enjoyed every one. Many, many thanks.👍👍
I was looking forward to seeing how the XJC turned out for new years. That project turned out just as beautifully as I figured it would have. Can't wait to see a road trip in the upcoming year with it. Might just be one of my favorite project cars I've seen on line in a while.
The Jag looks fantastic Harry, love the colour and the sound !!
Thank you Harry, I have really loved the honest 2021 videos and especially the XJC. I hope you have time to keep the content following for 2022.
The Jaguar XJC looks stunning! In that colour it a real head turner! 👍
Thanks for the round up Harry. I live my car collection fantasies vicariously through your marvellous videos. The Jag is absolutely beautiful but I think the Zagato will be my favourite when it's finished. Have a great New Year.
Bravo Harry, for saving the XJC. Always admired them, cannot afford one. Loved following the restoration of your Jag. Beautiful result! Cheers
The XJC is the ultimate gentleman‘a car - that colour is simply superb. Money well spent, Harry!
Fantastic stuff Harry, love the end of year round ups!
2:30 Good trick with the number plate Harry - I own an BMW E36 Coupe and it's common to affix them to the lower grille for the same reason.
the jag is stunning harry. Maybe even my favourite in your garage, well done
That Jaguar XJ Coupe isn't one of the most beautiful Jags I've ever seen - it's one of the most beautiful cars I've ever seen! Stunning work - thank you Harry for investing in the glorious heritage of our motor history.
What a thoroughly refreshing video from a grounded individual....
Great! Thank you for this. Yes, that is a lot of money, but for us car lovers, it is money well spent. Mrs. M, thanks again for your top-notch camera work and for your indulgence in our (not just "his", but "our") obsessions.
Such a gorgeous Jag, have been trying to find one in Canada for quite some time. Timeless beauty, big congrats.
Kent wheels on a xjc look just perfect. Best choice there Harry.
A wonderful year of Harry s Garage videos which have become part of my Sunday evening ritual.
Love the content, the humility and the lovely production (I guess your wife deserves recognition for the latter😉)
Thanks again and all the best for 2022 to yourself and family👍
That is absolutely beautiful Harry, have followed the entire transformation on it. My favourite car in the garage.
Properly take my hat off to you for doing this work to the Jaguar. It does look fabulous and great to see it in the condition. The Coupe v12 is so rare!
Thank you very much for your videos Harry, I've enjoyed the restoration of the Jaguar as if it was mine; I had some doubts about how a modern paint tone would look like on a 70's beauty, and now I'm relieved: it's stunning! I hope the Espada is at Iain Tyrrell's workshop for a quick fix only. Please, do not let it go, I'd love to enyoy yet another video with it, no matter where or when!.
When I was young American I spent many summers in the London area. Like Bourne End. I remember seeing theses Jaguar coupes. Loved them. Still do. Actually more then Jag E types. Watching the coupe episodes brought back memories of my dad who passed a few years ago now. I got him to buy an E type and bring it back to the States back in the 70s. Wish we still had it. Thanks for the videos. Nice job on the Jag.
Considering the year we've had "covid" you did yourself proud Harry, looking forward to the year ahead now and seeing what comes next from you.
Thanks Harry. I love watching all your adventures. Top notch!
Thanks for an entertaining year of videos. I really appreciate the fact you share the costs of running the fleet. You have made some great selection on what to keep in the garage. I enjoy trying to decide what I would do different given enough money and enough space.
Thank you very much Harry for letting us “participate” in your motoring and restoration adventures. The burden of the cost is all on your side… (luckily 😉)…
Anyway, great content, lots of insider knowledge shared and never a boring moment watching your videos. Once again thank you and happy holidays 🎄🍾🥂
Looking at your XJ-C Harry, I feel more and more vindicated about my recent acquisition of a mostly solid, complete and unrestored early XJ-S. It is a clean, low mile, relatively rust free car with a very nice original interior and it has quickly become one of my favourites. I must admit it’s scary as hell too, it tickles all the senses! It’s been stored by the previous owner for the past 21 years, and hasn’t been started in at least 7 years. I have not yet tried to get it running. The engine with all its plumbing and wiring on show looks so good to me also, that said, it’s internal health will be the determining factor of the project. If I have to open the engine it will be out of my league. So far I’m in the club for the equivalent of £1100 and dreaming of the day.
Congratulations to you on the successful restoration and thank you for taking the time to take us along on your adventure, it is a very special car.
The XJ-S is a beautiful looking car.
Thanks again Harry for a cracking year, and love that Jag. I bet I speak for quite a few viewers who would love to build a small classic collection on a budget, and finding gems to restore is no doubt a load of fun and, maybe, a good use of funds.....
thanks for all the vids in 2021 have a great break and look forward to more in 2022
Harry, I use Briggs and Stratton stabiliser, added to super unleaded in my bike, which I've sorned until April. It works very well, as I'd used it for a much longer period of time, when I had a retinal detachment some years ago. As it happens, I hadn't run the bike since early September but noticed a weeping brake banjo washer yesterday, so fixed that and decided to change the coolant three months early too and ran the engine to get that done and it fired up easily. I also use a CTEK charger which I swap from bike to car quite often. Love the XJC, particularly the fantastic colour choice you made.
The XJC looks fantastic, Harry-the color is lovely and glad you kept the wheels as is except for a refurb. The patina of the leather is perfect and agree with no vinyl roof-so much nicer without since you aren't hiding metal seams! I think its money well spent and can't wait to see drive reviews when weather/time allows. Happy Christmas.
Thank you for a year of great videos. Looking forward to more fabulous adventures in 2022.
“The little Toyota Yaris gr” dwarfs everything around it 😄
Love what you’ve done with the XJC, but I have to admit, I rather liked it before; £5k of V12, warts and all!
The Jaguar is beautifully done, perfect colour and exterior. If I had the money and I personally was doing the restoration I’d go a bit braver with the engine (maybe even that 7.0L lister monster we saw earlier in the series) and I’d also maybe go with a nice tan/cream interior with some stained ash.
Really love the Jag and I have loved following the restoration this year. I can't wait to see the Lancia back on the road.
Love the XJC... great result and surely enjoyable to drive and see! Looking forward the 2022 update videos... thanks!
I used to end up behind Series 1 XJ's in traffic jams back in the day and they have always been one of my few 'golden bucket' cars. A lot of cars look good, even great, from the font, but the series 1's look just as great from the back in a way absolutely no other car does. It is the way that the large almost flat boot transitions into the subtle vestigial fins and the shape of the lights that does it for me. A lot of modern cars are shapeless blobs at the rear (although aerodynamically superior). £67k seems an absolute bargain to me (even if it is way out of my price bracket).
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Yes, probably the prettiest sedan of all time.... and the XJC is even prettier still.
My grandpa retired and bought an ex demo XJ6 2.8 Manual and that is the car I have the earliest memories of and it made me a petrolhead. He drove it until he died 23 years later, I was 17 and my Dad sold it for £750 as breaker. If only I had that car now...
That is a series 2
Just a thank you for your efforts in bringing content to us. It's glad to hear you get enjoyment out of producing it too (and hopefully at least a half decent chunk in ad revenue).
XJC is my favourite car in the collection out of all of them .
Thanks Harry. Your videos have been great this year, very interesting and informative. Much appreciated, looking forward to a few more this year.
Yes stick with the period wheels. I have fully restored 16" wheels on my 93 Continental R,many upgrade to later 17" wheels but in theory you get a better ride with the more rubber as well.
Hi Harry, immensely enjoyed your videos this year and looking forward to the next. All the best to you and your family for 2022. I do have a question though, why not go for underbody rust proofing/coating (Waxoyl) with the cars you’re restoring? By doing so you could use the Jaguar more often, being a really good daily driver it seems a good idea? Cheers, Erwin
Another brilliant year Harry, easily the favourite YT channel. Simply love the vids, here’s to more of the same in 22.
XJC...thanks for keeping such a classic on the road...
I love everything about the XJC except for how the exhaust sounds, call me a square or an old fuddy duddy but I think a very quiet but still there burble would suit it more. I am surprised at how low the total cost of your fleet is for the year and totally think the restoration costs on each car is well worth it.
3:18 This car is about comfort, and I'm sure going to say that those that have suggested to "go up a larger size", may have forgotten that. The tyre sidewall is part of the dynamic equation (Note: Formula 1 enjoy the "thiccness", for now).
Also, making new wheels isn't cheap, especially being TUV approved, to which I'd personally accept nothing less.
this car is absolutely perfect in such an understated way. supremely elegant yet lacking in pretension. fantastic.
Harry that Jag is beautiful. The small touches are perfection. Love it!