Why I won't be swapping my Gen1 GR Yaris for the Gen2 GR Yaris
With hopes of his mystery car arriving from California in time for this year's Practical Classic Restoration show at the NEC, Gary turns to plan B - his 1983 Rolls-Royce Corniche - and with its newly rebuilt braking system, there's just a handful of jobs to get it display ready.
The Lamborghini Revuelto is a 1015bhp hybrid monster but how does it cope with been driven on UK's potholed roads?
All new 2025 Morgan Supersport reveal plus why the Morgan boss has no plans for a production EV any time soon.
Working on his daughter's Mini Cooper, Gary comes across something he's never witnessed before in 35 years of restoring cars! But with that disaster avoided, he can move onto the task of his dream garage makeover.
The new Morgan plus four road trip special. Tackling the Hardknott Pass and finding where Donald Campbell's fully restored Bluebird K7 now lives.
After discovering a serious brake leak in his 1980's Rolls-Royce Corniche, Gary embarks on the tricky job of replacing the Brake Pumps. But will his diagnosis prove correct? Or open a whole can of worms bringing with it a list of extra problems?!
The new Ferrari 12Cilindri Spider is powered by a 830bhp V12 that can rev to 9500rpm but is it too much of a good thing?
First the Porsche's cam belt went and now it's the power steering. Can Gary fix the leaking, creaking system before this domino effect creates more problems?! Plus a surprise visit from friend and CEO of Rolls-Royce parts specialists IntroCar, John Tupper, to talk all things classic cars.
Iconic Auctioneers 2025 Race Retro Sale is on Saturday 22nd February.
The latest Porsche 911 GTS has a new hybrid drivetrain that boosts power and dramatically reduces turbo lag but is it better than the previous generation GTS? I don't think so...
Car makes are in turmoil as they cancel plans for new EVs and return to ICE engined PHEVs. This wasn't meant to happen, how did they get in this mess? Well, Dieselgate is partly to blame...
The new BMW M5 PHEV has been much criticised for being heavy but what's it like to live with in the real world?
Back from the States and with most jobs ticked off the list for his rare Porsche 928GT, Gary tackles the dreaded, noisy, rear wheel bearing. But which car will he decide to exhibit at this years eagerly awaited, upcoming Classic Restoration Show, at the Birmingham NEC?
The Toyota GR86 is a rear-drive, front-engined, sports car that should be the most fun you can have for a budget friendly price but is it?
The new 2025 Renault R5 is finally here and at a great price too. But has it been over-hyped or is this the EV that changes everything?
Unable to visit LA because of the devastating fires, Gary finds himself landed in New York. However, he still brings you some beautiful rare classic cars including the first ever Ferrari Dino 246, with a visit to meet Elliot Cuker at Cooper Classics.
For Toyota Gazoo Racing, Dakar 2025 was the 15th time they had competed in this legendary race but will they be able to beat the new challenge of Dacia & Ford Raptor?
Don't believe what you read online - changing the oil cooler on a Jaguar XJS is one of the easiest jobs you can do and Gary shows you how.
How does a Ferrari Purosangue cope with a 1800 mile family ski trip to the French Alps?
Happy New Year Everyone!! To kick off 2025 we are taking a little look back at some of the best bits of 2024. Thanks for tuning in, commenting, sharing and being part of this journey.
Here are my highlights of 2024 plus what YouTube Analytics reveal about Harry's Garage.
My annual Harry's Garage round-up. All the costs to keep my collection of 22 cars and 15 bikes in tip-top condition.
You watched last time as Gary reunited the Porsche 928 with previous owner old Tom. After a lovely day together and with the car driving like a new pin...you guessed it...disaster struck!
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