Welcome back to Tyrrell's Classic Workshop. This episode delves into the fascinating world of the Aston Martin DB4, a vehicle that holds a special place in Iain's heart and has a fascinating history.
Iain shares stories and the unusual background of how the current owner came to buy this specific Aston Martin DB4 as he walks us through his personal adventure with it. Both history fans and car lovers will enjoy the fascinating stories about the car's restoration journey from the past to the present.
Pete and Iain discuss an electrical issue that has been giving the owner some headaches in this week's nerdy content. Iain tries to explain the difference between an alternator and dynamo; can he succeed in front of expert Pete?
Iain delves into the rich history of both the DB4 and its successor, the DB5. While the DB5 is famously known as James Bond's car, the DB4 paved the way for this legendary association. Iain explains the origins and progression of these cars as well as the fascinating backstory of this lesserknown Bond car.
As always, Iain takes this beautiful machine out for a spin. Join him on a road test as he evaluates the performance and driving experience of the DB4, capturing the essence of what makes this classic car so beloved by enthusiasts around the world.
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Chapters
00:00 The story behind this Aston Martin DB4
03:06 DB4 Restoration journey
08:25 The James Bond car that wasn't
10:58 Nerdy electrical content with Pete
15:36 Do you expect me to talk?
16:46 DB4 Roadtest
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