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Black Betty in Bugantics
I was delighted to see that Black Betty (GGT 925) has been featured in the latest edition of Bugantics, the long-running magazine of the Bugatti Owners’ Club. Bugantics has been the club’s magazine for decades and remains one of the most respected publications in the historic motoring world.
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A little update from behind the scenes of Blacktag Octane…
For quite a while, I tried to keep YouTube organised into active “series” from start to finish. The problem is… real workshop life doesn’t really work like that 😅
While I’m focused on finishing one storyline, work on other cars keeps happening in the background… rallies, re…Read More
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As I like to say. There is always someone worse off. Keep doing what you are doing, I enjoy each video. Only thing is I like them so much they could be double the length Haha. I appreciate we all have jobs to do and I guess editing takes time and much effort… What is your day job if you don’t mind me asking?
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Thank you very much for your support, that’s very kind of you, and I’m really happy to hear that you enjoy every single video.
I’m constantly experimenting and trying to learn what people enjoy watching. For example, my hill climb videos don’t tend to perform very well, so I’ve stopped posting them quite as often.
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You could get hit by a bus tomorrow so it is always important to follow your passion. What I love about the petrolhead community is the cars bring people together and for a lot of people their car is the only thing holding them together… I see what you mean about the length of videos. You also put your heart and soul into your YT channel which…Read More
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Hi Matthew, thank you so much for such a thoughtful and encouraging message! It really means a lot to hear that the passion I put into the channel is coming through. You’re absolutely right, cars have a unique way of bringing people together, and the classic car community has been incredibly welcoming.
I really appreciate your honesty about the c…Read More
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Its only 2 at the moment? Well me and Robert must have exquisite taste in YouTube. The only other channel I pay is called Roadtrip Revivals. Well worth checking him out. An Englishman in France. He also does raffles and I am hoping to win his LHD Ford Granada Mk2 with the Indenor Diesel and 5 speed box. Good for European touring. I would go…Read More
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When I first met Corto, he was already causing a little bit of trouble with a locked boot… but we did manage to sort that out… in our own way! 😅
I was actually amazed by how much space there is in the boot when I decided to do a little experiment and locked myself inside it, just to make sure I’d still be able to escape if it ever got stuck again…Read More![]()
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Corto is usually a very well-behaved Italian. Very masculine, wonderfully elegant, and with a soundtrack that makes every tunnel feel like an event. The 3.5L straight-six is an absolute delight to listen to, and honestly, it might be one of the most comfortable classic GT cars I’ve driven as well.
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Can’t beat going for a drop of Bitter in a classic. Obviously only have one if you are driving. Which is me when taking the Flosse out as I am a bit possessive (Ok very 😉 )
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Enjoy! I love the picture, it’s like the Merc is patiently waiting for you while keeping an eye on you 🙂
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That made me chuckle. I look after it but in someways it looks after me. If I am in a bad mood then I go for a drive. Better than any drugs or alcohol.
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Best therapy, I couldn’t agree more! 🙂
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The last time the Joker left the workshop, it came home through three days of torrential rain during the Bugatti Reliability Run.
It survived.
But not without a few complaints.
A slipping clutch. Starter motor troubles. A growing list of jobs that needed attention before the next adventure.
And the next adventure is a big one.
In…Read More
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Had a marvellous day down at Hart Classics. Even helped my neighbour at the show jump his 53 Chevy Belair after he left his fan on. Good deed done as us petrolheads help each other out.
A couple of P4’s for you Paula👍
Very interesting read over a coffee.