Revealed! Restored Rolls-Royce Wood & Interior | A/C Upgrade | Classic Obsession | Episode 37
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- Опубліковано 23 лип 2023
- Gary reveals the Corniche’s restored cabin - with upgraded air conditioning, newly re-lacquered wood and painted seats and trims. What a transformation!
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There is just something so therapeutic about listening to Gary and watching him work.
I like the accompanying music very much, piano or horns, very tasteful and relaxing
Yeh it is very calming.
Totally.
Great fountain of knowledge is Roy!
Just spent the afternoon with him as he worked on one of our silver spirits.
Thank you for your videos. I was the Company Public Relations Manager in the 1970s and I still write articles about the marque. I have to say your attention to detail and obvious love of the cars does you a lot of credit. Please keep making the videos. I have a 1989 Spirit. I wish you lived close to me as I need a mechanic. The trouble is I live in Normandy. Warm regards Evan Morgans
The old lady is looking spectacular gary ,, could sit for hours listening to the old stories , fantastic channel, take care , look forward to the next one
What an amazing transformation this old lady has undergone. Totally awesome work Gary - and thanks for sharing with all of us!
Such beautiful improvements. Thanks for sharing some of the true magicians who have cared for these cars for years and share their obsession and skills.
Brilliant! You will have the most sorted Cornish on the road! I am jealous!
I have to say that your videos are my favourite of any subject. Informative and engaging. Love your chats to everyone. The only UA-cam channel I’ll happily replay numerous times.
Thanks Gary.
Much appreciated. Regards
As an old Mancunian in Canada each and every session is a real treat, from the vehicles to your gentle and flowing accent, our shared love and respect for industry in the North West and the music to round things off. Sincere thanks indeed. Ian K.
So wonderful to see you give your Corniche the loving that it deserves! Your dash is a dream! I can see how much you love this car, as I do mine!
Most women would not understand . Thanks for the upload, and as usual, can’t wait to see your next episode!❤️
What an exquisite work of art Gary. Such a pleasure to watch your work and explanations, plus the interviews you do with the craftsmen in the field. I must confess, with just a few years until my retirement, I have indulged and bought my first Rolls Royce - a gorgeous 1976 Shadow. Your improvements to your Corniche have inspired and educated me, though I could not tackle anywhere near what you do. At least I understand and appreciate a little more about the marque. Thank you!
When Mr T gives advice I’d be inclined to go with it
A favorite channel--takes me out of annoying urban chaos into a calmer, artistic, satisfying realm. Always well-done, cheers and best wishes.
The passion you have for your Corniche is so wonderful to experience. You do everything with such grace and elegance, respecting her more than anyone I have seen. Love your videos, and I must say, you have singlehandedly restored my faith in "re-connolising" leather - I have always been deathly afraid if it, and even had my Spirit re-upholstered entirely... Wish you had been around back then lol. Thank you!
A lovely a video apart from when you was were using that little screw driver ? I was having a heart attack & I was Frightened that screw driver was going to slip destroy that beautifully wood 😱
I thought i was the only person who felt that way! Hehe
It is without a doubt a labour of love. Whilst always having in the back of your mind the absolute perfection and sheer artistic ability of the original workmen at Rolls Royce Crewe.
The high level of craftsman skills that Gary have, never stop to amaze me.
Its very relaxing see Gary working
You are the best
Luv the vid .I 190s I worked for Royal Insurance and stayed every month I the ADELPHY Hotel we had 30 rooms reserved. Do you remember the America Bar.😂😂😂😍😱
The transformation of adding the restored wood veneers is stunning and I am sure very satisfying. I love the music to these video - Thank you for more wonderful content GM. ❤
All of those old and retired Craftsmen who had a hand in the building of your Corniche, would be extremely proud of you, for the preservation of the cars' outstanding beauty!! I have always loved the shape and good looks of both the Shadow and Corniche. One of the best vids ever, was Harry's Garage, and his 4000 quid Shadow, that he took to the Arctic Circle. I could almost picture your black Corniche against the pure white Arctic Weather!! Gary, you are very thorough and fussy about how you plan before doing the complex work, and (I believe) that the RR Brake Circuits and valves can be misunderstood with ease! Please may I also make some constructive comments. I absolutely loved the woodwork following the refurb work. But this now highlighted the area around the Key Ignition, where it is scratched from swinging keys. I wondered if it were possible to source black (non-scratch) self adhesive pvc, and re - cover the surface. And for the nuts and bolts which are removed / refitted underneath your car, there is a substance (made by ROCOL) and called "copper anti -sieze". A little coating over the threaded portion of your shaft / bolt does stop any road salt / moisture from penetrating the nut/bolt. They will undo 25 years from now. I've watched all of your vids, including the work restoring that rust-bucket Merc! Greetings from Australia.
Many thanks Peter. Regards.
Wonderful comment!! You are a true gentleman sir.
A black RR Corniche Convertible - a tiny diamond within the history of the universe!!!
Well I've enjoyed it, and it's stopped me going mad at the person that needs to pay me tomorrow, you know who you are ☹️ Gary great video 👍🏴👍
Gary Mavers sexing up car maintenance;)
Elena!
@@classic.obsession Gary! :)
FYI Gary, the final drive crossmember is spot welded sheet metal with a urethane foam injected in between the cavity. The workshop manual states the trolley jack and a pad should be placed under the case. It is extremely robust. Eventually the cross-member gets distorted and cracks.
What a wonderful job on the wood and also the leather feed. It must be so satisfying to look after an old Rolly Polly... beautiful car, just beautiful.
That’s so true, could listen to him all day, great show!
You’re the The Metropolitan Opera at Lincoln Center, my friend 🐾
Another brilliant, well put together episode - Great car Gary 👍
Thank you Gary for another stellar and relaxing presentation.
My heart was in my throat however every time you used that long handle screwdriver near the new brightwork.
I kept hoping that it wouldn't slip!
Saturday night 8.15 😅 I am in the kitchen watching your vids .your an expert that tellys going into the bin.❤
Love your channel. A true artist.
The car looks wonderful. You really inspire confidence Gary. You're a real inspiration.
Great episode Gary you covered so many topics. That interior now looks amazing. Thanks for the advice of leaving the aircon rebuild to experts, that is what I’m doing on my Silver Cloud 3 and will do the same on my Shadow.
🍀Enjoyed very much🍀
Stunning collection, beautiful to see.
More than a few days of work and more than a few simple improvements are documented in this series.
Fantastic way to unwind after a busy day and a visit to a mid week classic car show at Harpenden this afternoon. The car is looking fabulous Gary!
I use the same Autoglym leather conditioner. It’s got a beautiful smell to it. Love the music to!
I wasn`t expecting him to say the purchaser of the Roller when new was a cafe owner. That`s some cafe owner, fair play to him!
Hey Gary, I just discovered your wonderful channel and have been bingeing episodes. Great work, I love the way it's presented and really like the choice of music too. Greetings from Perth, Western Australia!
Now that this car is in such great condition, you should consider a documented road trip. I can’t wait to see what else you do with the Porsche and Lotus.
I was pleased to hear you say, take your time and enjoy it. As I can't think of a more therapeutic way to spend a day than reworking and lining up English car veneer. If it only took 4hrs.... I hope you made it take 8. I envy you doing this beautiful part of the build :0)
It’s always very satisfying when we reassemble stuff that been restored I love a bit of satin black aerosol awesome what a difference it makes to the small details 👍👍👍a daft tip when you reinstall the flat head screws try keeping them in line with the panel and make sure they all are the same, a tip I learnt while working on yachts 👍
" DEAR! WHERE ARE MY GOOD TEA SPOONS?!" ....sorry Gary I had to lol.
I do like the Autoglym products, stinks that here in canada we have such a limited supply. their tar remover was my favourite just did wonders.
hope your well sir always brilliant looks fantastic
Very nice work and a very beautifull car!!!!!!! Congratulations from Belgium ❤❤❤
Another great episode Gary!
Another pleasant video. I'm always sorry when they end.
Pure therapy, I love the easy pace and the of attention to detail ....
Masterpiece
This is beautiful .
Promise you,ll see to them holograms in the future. Its gonna be the best driving RR . 🙂
Great video Gary 👍🏻😀
I fully agree to PhilUkNet's comment that there is something therapeutic watching the way how Gary is working. It always encourages me to continue fumbling something on my XJ40. For me it was new to see how cracked leather can be repaired. Impressed me.
In a short sequence I saw that he is using a 16mm spanner. When did RR change to the Metric system? Does anyone know? I think Jaguar did it in the late 80s.
Superb as always Gary
Gary mate, another great video, the Corniche just gets better each time,
Gorgeous
Beautiful
use the right size en type of screwdriver to prevent damaging your woodwork
Thanks for another great video, when I spot one I look forward to watching it later in the evening 👍
Thanks Gary, your Roller looks superb!
Great job!
Loved this video Gary. I like the slow methodical way you work. The finished product was superb congratulations.
Nice job 👍👍👍
Absolute joy to watch - looks fabulous
Huge content this episode!
All brilliant stuff. Many thanks.
Really enjoyed this relaxing episode!
cracking job, what a beauty.
The is very nice to watch. Thank you
Great!
Love it!
A reraly great job you have done of restoring that RR, a very nice video.👍👍.
I have been looking forward to this.
What a beautiful bit of British motoring history, stunning car, top quality workmanship Garry, A little tip, any suspension related joints, bolts, and bushes etc, should be left loose until vehicle off any jacks or stands, and all the weight is back on wheels, then move vehicle up and down a few times, then tighten and torque everything up. Stops pre loading bushes and joints.
Thank you Gary for the very good video 👌👍
Hi Gary, I really enjoyed that video (actually, they are all very good!) Did you realise that you dropped a small screwdriver into the engine compartment on the near side near the headlamps? I Hope you can retrieve it!!!
Hi Craig. Yes I retrieved it before it went through the radiator!! Regards.
I know you are keeping the originality, but there are some great retro style, or hidden radios you could fit in there.
Hi Bob. I know you’re so right but I’m a sucker for 60’s and seventy’s stuff.. evocative of my childhood!! Regards
Like your videos. The music in the background is a bit special. 😮
Quality car
Just noticed, your gearshift lever urgently needs replacement!👍😊
Ha! Absolutely. It’s on the list. Don’t know what the last owner was thinking of. Regards.
Totally agree! My former owner painted my RR mint green metallic!
What the hell were they thinking!
Great work Gary.
It looks as though the gear selector is a bit manky....I only got a fleeting glance.
Yes. It’s on my list. I think a previous owner has messily tried to change it to one from a later model. Looks awful. Regards.
Love your video’s Gary, but simple? A few days work? I suspect you are a tad above a lot of other home mechanics, and the cost of parts must be significant.
It would be interesting to have the retail costs included in future videos.
Still, absolutely loving your Corniche and Lotus videos’. I’m here for as long as you are producing!
Hi, there’s detailed links to all the parts used and the introcar website at the end of each episode if you’re curious? Regards.
@@classic.obsession Thanks for your reply and clarifying, Gary. Have a good evening. I’ll pay more attention to the extras in future!
my God you have patience
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What product is used here to fill the cracks in the leather seats?
Enjoy your channel, very informative, just be nicer to hear a little more from the people you talk too, 👍
Appreciate that Mike but sometimes it’s tough editing a 25 minute interview into 5 minutes. Regards.
Hi my name is Rickey Michels. I am calling you from America, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania… your work is amazing your craftsmanship I never seen anything like that you got a hands of gold. I have a 1986 Rolls Royce Cornish that I am fixing restoration. I am missing the piece for the roof the wood where you lock it down in the front. Do you know where I can get this piece? I cannot find please get back to me.
Hi Rickey. I managed to buy a rear piece from a guy in Hungary who I’ve not been able to locate since. You may have to have a piece made using another as a pattern. Regards.
@@classic.obsession I bought the rear pieces too. I got them and I have a guy if you need anymore not a problem he just cannot get the front I seen you’re good can you make me this piece I’ll pay you whatever you want. Please let me know.
What was the monikor on the original rubber floor mats? MPW?? What does that stand for?? Aren't they supposed to say RR for Rolls Royce?
Milliner Park Ward
Mulliner
Mulliner Park Ward was a coachbuilder formed as a subsidiary by Rolls-Royce in 1961 to supply it custom bodywork for its automobiles. Located in Hythe Road, Willesden, London, it was created by merging two existing Rolls-Royce properties, Park Ward of Willesden, London, a subsidiary since 1939 and H. J. Mulliner & Co. of Chiswick, a subsidiary since 1959.[1] It principally built bodies and interiors for Rolls-Royce and Bentley motor cars, but also others such as Alvis.[citation needed] The coachbuilding business closed in 1991 but the Mulliner name is used for the personal commissioning department of the current Bentley manufacturer.[citation needed
@@classic.obsession Thank you Gary! Your information about those companies is very welcomed. Living in the USA, i didn't know the history behind those names. After reading your comment i learned so much.
1961 Cloud II a/c parts needed. I am in the states. I noticed your parts were prestige. I am having trouble finding parts. I do have a new compressor but need a couple other components.
Any advice would be appreciated.
Get in touch with the guys at ‘Introcar’ in the Uk. Mention my name and you’ll get discount. ‘Code Mavers’ they’ll look after you and ship worldwide. Great company and quality parts. Regards.
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A great video as always! I would clean the newly lacquered wood veneer with antique wood polish and a soft cloth (like for waxing paint). Never use your clothes for it, as you will scratch it immediately! I am also wandering about the heelpad. There should only be one for the drivers side, shouldn't it?
Yes I know but when my Heater exploded in an earlier ep it stained my carpets with antifreeze. So I’ve put a Matt both sides which looks neater, is more practical and takes your eye off the stain!! Regards.
@@classic.obsession Smart solution! Looking forward to more episodes :)
Does anyone know what he filled the cracks in the leather with?
After all the build-up about the new wood, it would have been nice to have had a bit more information about what he did and how he did it.
Excellent video as always Gary. Just one question: What tools do you need to work on a Rolls-Royce? I have a full set of Snap On tools but most of what I have is metric. Are the older Rolls-Royce cars British Standard Whitworth (BSW)? Thanks in advance and hi from Australia.
Hi Pete. It’s been tough for me working on Mercedes and other marks over the years then finding British cars are UNF. I’m the same. All metric! Regards.
@@classic.obsession Thanks :)
Hello Gary. The gear lever looks odd. Or am I mistaken?
Yes. It looks like the previous owners done a bit of DIY. Regards.
Gary should be on the nhs better than prozac,
Fascinating stuff, but just a tip... Your body mic is only producing signal on the right channel and it is rather annoying and distracting from your great content.
Thanks tony. They’re new so had a few teething problems but hopefully all sorted now. I had no idea until I listened through phones and realised it was on separate Chanel’s. It’s only UA-cam!! Regards.
Promo sm
Please wear eye protection.
Still needs white walls 😒
Agreed , Avon Turbospeed whitewalls are the best and recommended tyre for the Corniche and Shadows. I wouldn't fit anything else and they look so good.
Hi, although I’ve fitted Avon turbo steels all round, I think black on black is better and more classy. it’s just personal preference I suppose. Regards.
I love your videos but this one has caused me nightmares!!! Watching you wield a wholly inappropriate long shaft screwdriver to put screws in that beautiful woodwork caused Richter size shudders amongst those who have learned by error to use a proper screwdriver . And what’s more. Use two hands, one at the screw end, one at the handle end. You were lucky this time but change your ways. Please.
And no disasters with the other arm holding the phone filming it at the same time! …I’m afraid I don’t have a camera or sound Crewe!! Regards.
Should learn to wear gloves when working on the interior trim, instead of leaving all your greasy fingerprints all over the place!
Especially when you have gone to all the trouble & expense of restoring the interior wood trim.
I never wear gloves when I’m doing anything intricate or handling tiny screws.