John's Garage Irish YouTube Channel

ba_barabus · 04-01-2022 12:36pm

Hi folks. I'm going to remake the video guide to importing a car to Ireland since Brexit which was on John's Garage. A calculation error was pointed out to me in the original.

With that in mind, is there any common questions you'd like me to include which keep cropping up. I'd like to try and make the next video a one stop shop so to speak. Please type any questions below and if you know the correct answer feel free to include it also but ONLY if its 100% correct.

ba_barabus · 06-01-2022 1:58pm

This week we take a look at the history of the Toyota Starlet EP 70/71 . I've included a lot of adverts and promotional material.

Please ensure you subscribe!

Hope you all enjoy it!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pcqOnvcpjuY

ba_barabus · 07-01-2022 9:35pm

Hope you all enjoyed that folks. Didn't seem to be as popular as other videos but you live and learn. If you didn't get a chance to watch it I'd recommend doing so as it contains a lot of ads for the Starlet from the 80s!

PsychoPete · 07-01-2022 10:03pm

There was also two lightweight versions introduced in 86, Turbo R and RI. The RI came with a 2E-E,rear spoiler,front lip and a red/black interior. The Turbo S and R could be got with TEMS, electronically controlled shocks. The Turbo versions got a bit of a face-lift in 88 with a different grill,front bumper and sideskirts

ba_barabus · 07-01-2022 10:05pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118436158#Comment_118436158

Do you SI that's mentioned? There are brochure shots of that in the video. It's pretty much a warmed over 2E 3 dr with sporty touches and interior. Looked great, I remember a few about back in the day. The Turbo then was the 1.3T which we all know.

I actually can't get over how nice it was to drive, especially with the 4 speed box. Always felt like I was racing. Would make your ears bleed on the motorway however

mickdw · 07-01-2022 10:10pm

You have 2 starlet videos up. Admittedly that car wouldn't be of huge interest to me but I thought it was the same clip I was seeing again as its presented with very similar image of starlet from opposite sides.

ba_barabus · 07-01-2022 10:12pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118436190#Comment_118436190

Yes, one is history and one is drive. Might be a thought for the future. Thanks for saying it.

Why wait and think about good advice as they say

PsychoPete · 07-01-2022 10:27pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118436172#Comment_118436172

There was an SI,SI- Limited, Canvas top SI and the RI "lightweight" which was a introducted with motorsport in mind which is pretty rare now. Don't want to be clogging up the thread, have a few brochure photos

ba_barabus · 07-01-2022 10:37pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118436263#Comment_118436263

No clog it up! I missed that but I think that's the brochure I used. If I remember correctly they weight 720kgs standard so any lighter would be a blast

PsychoPete · 07-01-2022 10:50pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118436325#Comment_118436325

The weight is somewhere a long the lines of 720-750kgs. I have one with the later 4efte turbo engine with 165bhp and its so much fun to drive! Here's some brochure photos of models,engine,optional extras etc

ba_barabus · 07-01-2022 11:07pm

There is a cool looking sound system in the 4th last image, looks very 80s cool 😎

PsychoPete · 07-01-2022 11:14pm

Some very cool little extras alright, I love those foglights that the cover opens when you press a button

NBar · 11-01-2022 12:07am

I had a boxy 5 door 1 litre with the 5 speed box a few years ago, it was the best car in the bad snow we had as with the skinny tyres would go anywhere and was passing out 4x4 on the roads with ease

ba_barabus · 11-01-2022 12:04pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118453005#Comment_118453005

Had the same previously with a little Clio. Like a mountain goat for the same reason.

ba_barabus · 11-01-2022 12:04pm

This week on John's Garage I'll be taking a 1987 BMW 525e for a drive. The video will be available on Thursday at 1pm. Don't forget to subscribe to see it first.

ba_barabus · 13-01-2022 12:56pm

This week on John's Garage I take a drive in this mint daily driven 1987 BME E28 525e.

Please don't forget to subscribe to the channel to get access first to the release of new videos.

As ever next week will see a History video of the E28 inclusing vintage ads, period and modern BMW promo videos and more so make sure to subscribe to see it.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-b3GNgpQURI

ba_barabus · 19-01-2022 1:22pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118466797#Comment_118466797

Just a last minute bump on tgus before tomorrow's History Video on the E28 for anyone who missed it. Been a hectic week here so haven't had a chance to get back to it all.

ba_barabus · 20-01-2022 3:28pm

This week on John's Garage we take a look at the history of the BMW E28. This week we have a real treat ins tore with vintage ads, development videos and footage of cars from the BMW museum and test track in Munich. Enjoy!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vn2BhD_Llyw

v240gltse · 21-01-2022 1:45pm

Hi John

Great Video and well done, Maybe if you could get your hands on a windscreen mount for the camera it would stop you having to take yours eyes off the road so often and it would look more like the other channels on youtube. Just a thought

John_Rambo · 21-01-2022 2:03pm

I enjoy these videos.

Could I suggest trying to stick to one look on the thumbnails? One font, one colour and don't deviate? PM me if you want me to come up with something for you. (for free).

passatman86 · 21-01-2022 2:31pm

Subscribed

Fingers crossed you review an old civic

ba_barabus · 21-01-2022 2:48pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118511609#Comment_118511609

I'd love to and I spotted your comment under the MX5 video today.

I had money put aside for a new camera and mount and on the last shot of the E30 video the wind blew over my tripod and broke the phone screen I was using.....cost €300 to replace.

We also had a new baby arrive last Friday which has curtailed any spending plans for the next while.

I do have cameras and mounts picked out which would allow me to film on my own but I can't see them being bought in the next couple of months.

HOWEVER, if anyone happened to have an old camera with a mount that is working fine I'd be interested if I could pick one up cheap.

ba_barabus · 21-01-2022 2:49pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118511705#Comment_118511705

Yes, Yes and trice YES. PM on the way

ba_barabus · 26-01-2022 10:45am

This week on John's Garage we'll be having a good look around this time warp Mini City E. Video will be available tomorrow. Don't forget to subscribe to see it first https://youtube.com/c/JohnsGarageIreland

ba_barabus · 27-01-2022 3:37pm

This week on John's Garage we take a look at an original Irish Mini City with LESS THAN 9k miles from new. This car is completely original, never restored, painted or modified right down to the original stickers under the bonnet and tiny 10 inch wheels! Hope you enjoy it

https://youtu.be/tr0IFdrZqWI

ba_barabus · 02-02-2022 8:34pm

Tomorrow folks we'll be taking a look at the development and launch of the original Mini.

I also have a request, if anyone is familiar with the launch, sales, production and general history of the Mini in Ireland and who would be happy to share this with me (off or on camera) I'd love to create a video dedicated to it. Please contact me at johnosgarage@gmail.com

Don't forget to subscribe to see the video when it's available.

mickdw · 02-02-2022 8:57pm

Will be an interesting one. Was ground breaking for sure when designed.

ba_barabus · 03-02-2022 2:19pm

https://youtu.be/TTbtNcyaXnI

This week on John's Garage we take a look at the development history of the original Mini. As usual the video is full of original advertisements, video reels and information!

Don't forget to subscribe.

ba_barabus · 09-02-2022 11:42am

This week on John's Garage we take a look around this beautiful and near mint 1989 BMW 316i. I'm hoping to trace a previous owner of this car but you'll have to listen in tomorrow to find out why!

Don't forget to subscribe to see it first!

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK3fvK8I_1zPXDhqUUPOAdQ

ba_barabus · 10-02-2022 7:42pm

This week on John's Garage I need your help!!!!! Watch the video of this weeks car, an incredibly MINT BMW E30 316i to see how you can help.

Don't forget to subscribe fo more videos and to see them FIRST

https://youtu.be/HaoJ9k1A9Cc

ba_barabus · 17-02-2022 7:24pm

https://youtu.be/RfbpGKRGDPo

This week on John's Garage we take a look at the history of the BMW E30, including a LOT of period promotional videos footage. Don't forget to enjoy and subscribe!

John_Rambo · 17-02-2022 11:00pm

Excellent. Love the archive footage you dug up to go with the compelling history lesson.

ba_barabus · 22-02-2022 10:49pm

First up, HUGE thank you to everyone who has supported the channel so far. This week will see the upgrading of the channel in EVERY respect, new camera, sound equipment, camera mounts and software.

And thanks to an anonynous channel fan NEW LOGOS.

But we're still focusing on Ireland and modern/retro/vintage cars here.

I'm filming like mad this week to get content to keep things going until Easter, so far we've recorded a proper piece of French luxury from 1984, a car that was cubed on the factory floor, some hot cats from France and in a couple of weeks a rare gullwing sports car...... and nearer to Easter the first car that put the peddles in the correct order. All of these have contributed to motoring in their own way over the past 100 YEARS.

Don't forget to subscribe and click the video below and try to guess what car is REVVING UP for our new starting sequence.

https://youtu.be/9Zd1FPAm4D8

ba_barabus · 23-02-2022 7:42pm

Tomorrow on John's Garage I'll be taking a Renault 25 GTS for a drive with the owner. Subscribe at the following link to see it first

https://www.youtube.com/c/JohnsGarageIreland/videos

fryup · 23-02-2022 8:52pm

^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^

where do you get your hands on all these cars?

ba_barabus · 24-02-2022 8:16pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118680357#Comment_118680357

Haha, can't let the cat out of the bag on that one, but make sure to subscribe as there is a LOT of great cars on the way.

And for everyone else, here is the link for this weeks drive of a Renault 25 GTS. Don't forget to like, subscribe and PLEASE share!

https://youtu.be/GdpGf7gjbQk

ba_barabus · 25-02-2022 8:31pm

Hope you all enjoyed this week's video, let me know if the new camera is an improvement.

I'm filming a Pug 508 PSE tomorrow. Let me know if youd like to know anything

mickdw · 25-02-2022 9:25pm

Nice video. Very rare car around my neck of the woods. Think there was only ever 1 owned locally here.

Camera is better for sure.

ba_barabus · 25-02-2022 11:02pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118693671#Comment_118693671

I remember them locally but we had 3 dealers close by so Renault were always popular.

I've more French greatness tomorrow, 508 PSE and a 406 V6 Coupe......

John_Rambo · 26-02-2022 2:36pm

My mates dad had one of them with the fancy sound system. He was the CEO of a state company. The height of luxury back then. New gear is working well, sound and vision better.

ba_barabus · 02-03-2022 6:20pm

In case you missed last weeks episode please see this link --------> https://youtu.be/GdpGf7gjbQk

This week we'll be taking a look at the interesting history of the Renault 25 and why it was both a huge success and failure for Renault.

ba_barabus · 03-03-2022 12:42am

Folks, I'm going to delay this week's episode. I'm afraid my lovely dog Bella was injured in an accident this evening and is going for surgery tomorrow. As she has been at my side during all production and countless other motoring adventures I'd like to give her and my kids my full attention over the next few days.

In the meantime there are 29 videos on the channel for you to enjoy and dont forget to subscribe.

Hope you understand and you can look forward to a new episode in a few days,

John

pm1977x · 03-03-2022 12:57am

Really admire your commitment to this, it no doubt takes a lot of time and effort. I’m seeing a lot of cars from my childhood here, lots of memories. hope your dog recovers fully!

ba_barabus · 10-03-2022 2:03pm

Hi folks, This week on John's Garage I take an interesting new Peugeot 508 PSE for a drive and explain how you could own it.

The Renault 25 history video has been deferred until next week.

For those interested Bella my dog is still badly injured and we find out on Saturday if she needs an operation.

https://youtu.be/bsDc3Z2CQ5U

ba_barabus · 10-03-2022 2:07pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118723550#Comment_118723550

Sorry for being so slow to respond to this, thanks so much for the nice comment! Sometimes I'm not sure if anyone is reading or keeping up with the posts at times. I'm not going to lie, getting one new video out a week is a hell of a challenge at times but glad you're enjoying it.

As for Bella, she has had to rest a huge amount this week and we will find out at the weekend if she needs an operation so fingers crossed for that.

mickdw · 10-03-2022 11:07pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118762433#Comment_118762433

Serious car but would be hard to justify the price as it will surely drop value as rapidly as it accelerates.

Would be a nice buy at 3 year old possibly.

ba_barabus · 10-03-2022 11:19pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118765593#Comment_118765593

Its hard to argue with that. Peugeot values seem to be stabilising on the used market but I don't know if that's because of how things are currently or because used buyers are finding them more desirable.

As a car it's impressive but I wouldn't be buying it with the intention of changing it quickly.

Pussyhands · 10-03-2022 11:31pm

Watched your first video and your last and seems production quality is much improved, fair play.

First video, the sound quality wasn't great.

For YT channels, production quality can really cover for a lesser quality content so it's really important imo.

ba_barabus · 10-03-2022 11:40pm

https://www.boards.ie/discussion/comment/118765738#Comment_118765738

It's improving all the time.

I've no back ground in any of this, media, editing, filming etc etc so just learning as I go. Also, buying new equipment when I've a little spare cash. I do enjoy it though. I'm just hoping to constantly improve over time. I've a busy day job so this is firmly in hobby territory.

I've just finished editing a video for April which I think is as good as I've made so far. And currently writing a script for a history video on Peugeot Talbot Sport which i think is a little different. Hopefully people are just enjoying it, I'm just trying to share the fun I'm having.

mickdw · 11-03-2022 12:35am

The odd arty shot is making an appearance - you must be getting the hang of it.

I can imagine there is alot of work in editing all this stuff not to mention arranging cars to drive, research etc.

Nice to see the odd modern car too.

John's Garage Irish YouTube Channel

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