Down at the barns follows the story of people and their love of classic cars from restoration to electric conversion – if you have a classic car that you would like to convert or a classic car that has a story to tell please get in touch as we’d love to feature your car in future episodes, our electric conversions are undertaken by Nick Mason of eco-classics who produces high quality performance cars while keeping the heritage of some of our best loved classic vehicles , please subscribe to our channel so you never miss another episode
From Down at the barns. The Bedford HA is a classic van of the 1970’s and 1980’s and would have been seen up and down the length of Great Britain. It was a favourite amongst the utility companies of the time such as the post office and gas companies. The Bedford HA van was based…
From Down at the barns. In this video, George has brought back the Ford Zephyr Mk2 with a 1950s-inspired makeover! The Ford Zephyr was the biggest car in the Ford range in 1960 and together with the Zodiac made great family cars of the 1960’s. George and his wife have bought together a two tone…
From Down at the barns. This year Eco Classics have a stand at the NEC classic car show in Birmingham and will be revealing the long awaited E-Type Jaguar which has had a full body restoration and conversion. You will be able to see this classic car up close and appreciate the work that has…
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From Down at the barns. Join Stuart in this incredible journey of classic car restoration! Discover how a forgotten MK1 Ford Escort RS2000, left to rot for over 16 years, is brought back to life at the original AVO Ford plant in Aveley. Using all the original parts sourced from the factory, this classic Ford…
From Down at the barns. Join us on a nostalgic journey as we restore and electrify a Bedford HA van, identical to the one our father owned when he first started our family fire security business. This isn’t just a restoration project, it’s a trip down memory lane, bringing back to life a piece of…
From Down at the barns. Welcome back to Down at the Barns, where we celebrate the love of classic cars and their stories. Today, we’re taking a nostalgic journey with a beautifully rebuilt 1963 Ford Consul Capri. This isn’t your average restoration – it’s a labor of love by the dedicated Ford Consul Classic Club.…
From Down at the barns. Welcome back to Down at the Barns, where we celebrate the love of classic cars and tractors! Today, we’re taking a trip down memory lane with two vintage tractors that revolutionised farming – the Super Major and the Super Dexta. These tractors were not just machines; they were game-changers. With…
From Down at the barns. The Jaguar XK 140 was an incredible sports car of the 1950’s, in fact the XK Jaguars were the first sports cars since 1939. The Jaguar XK140 followed on from the XK120 model and was introduced in 1954 ready for the 1955 market. The Jaguar XK140 we are looking at…
From Down at the barns. Experience the remarkable journey of this Daimler Double Six, meticulously restored to its former glory at a cost of £56,000. Originally owned by a millionaire in Jersey, this classic beauty has only 70,000 miles on the clock. Marvel at the luxurious cream leather interior, complemented by an incredible red carpet…
From Down at the barns. Join us as we take a deep dive into the world of classic cars with Jim Box’s meticulously cared for Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth. This iconic car, a true gem in the realm of classic cars, has been lavished with love and attention, making it a standout in any…
From Down at the barns. Join Pete as he takes us on a thrilling journey with his 1964 MGB racing car. This isn’t just any racing car, it’s a piece of history, participating in historical racing events governed by the FIA. In this video, we delve into the intricate rules and regulations that Pete has…
From Down at the barns. Join Pete as he takes us on a thrilling journey with his 1964 MGB racing car. This isn’t just any racing car, it’s a piece of history, participating in historical racing events governed by the FIA. In this video, we delve into the intricate rules and regulations that Pete has…
From Down at the barns. Join us on "Down at the Barns" as we delve into the rich history and restoration journey of a 1947 Ferguson Tractor, affectionately known as the ‘Little Grey Fergie’. This tractor, powered by a Standard Motor company engine as used on the Vanguard and Triumph TR series of cars .…
From Down at the barns. Join us on "Down at the Barns" as we delve into the rich history and restoration journey of a 1947 Ferguson Tractor, affectionately known as the ‘Little Grey Fergie’. This tractor, powered by a Standard Motor company engine as used on the Vanguard and Triumph TR series of cars .…
From Down at the barns. A milestone has been reached ,in the episode we start up the mark 2 Stag for the first time discuss trimmings and the crazy sound system recreating the Triumph Stag V8 burble let’s hope it all goes to plan! #mark2stag #electricvehicles Do you own a classic car? We don’t just…
From Down at the barns. Get ready as we showcase the the Ford 3000 tractor. This short video captures the essence of this classic tractor, it has a robust engine, sleek design, and unmatched performance. Whether you’re a tractor enthusiast or just love vintage machines, this Ford 3000 short is sure to captivate you. Don’t…
From Down at the barns. The Citroen SM was such an advanced car for the period, with it’s space aged looks and hydro-pneumatic self levelling suspension the SM was also owned by the rich and famous such as Jay Leno. In the episode we are back with Paul Duce and his collection of classic cars…
From Down at the barns. The Electric Land Rover Defender Conversion is now almost complete and in this episode of Down at the barns we take in out for a spin! #electricvehicles #electriclandrover Do you own a classic car? We don’t just feature electric classic cars we also create videos about all kind of classic…
From Down at the barns. The Electric Land Rover Defender Conversion is now almost complete and in this episode of Down at the barns we take in out for a spin! #electricvehicles #electriclandrover Do you own a classic car? We don’t just feature electric classic cars we also create videos about all kind of classic…
From Down at the barns. When we think of the car brand AC the Cobra would be the first thin that springs to mind, not a three wheeled vehicle with a precarious speed of 60 mph made of aluminium and the front wheel from a wheel barrow, but unbelievably its true, introducing the AC Petite…
From Down at the barns. Finally after a 20 year wait Barry Lee finally gets to see his MGC engine start up
From Down at the barns. Bob talks us around his A40 Austin Somerset, this car from 1954 was much improved on the Austin A40 Devon with a much sleeker body, but this is more than just a car for Bob Horne as it also has a spiritual sentiment to the vehicle having been purchased for…
From Down at the barns. In this episode Les explains the extensive task of fitting the new loom in the mark 2 Stag now that Robsport have fitted the roof, doors and windows to the car , Les is now on a deadline to get the Triumph Stag ready and prepped for the trimmers in…
From Down at the barns. This week Bob reveals the story of his Ford Consul Mk1 and how he fell in love with this classic Ford as a young man the Consul was one of the popular cars from 1955 with it’s modern technology for the time like the unibody construction and the MacPherson strut…
From Down at the barns. In this video, we’re unveiling the "MG Classic Collection ZR, T, TF LE 500" these classic cars of the 1990’s and early 2000’s reveal what great British cars these were, from the hot hatch ZR based on the Rover 25 popular with boy racers of the time coloured coded and…
From Down at the barns. Check out Austin Arrow based around the classic Austin 7 by the new Austin Motor company this is vintage motoring at it’s best, these incredible future classic cars are electric but capture the nostalgia of the Austin Seven from a by gone age, John Stubbs created his first prototype back…
From Down at the barns. The David Brown 885 tractor was a great utility vehicle for working on the farm and an excellent classic tractor of it’s time so this week we are back at Hill Top Farm in Herefordshire to see Ben and his collection of farm equipment, we see him rolling the fields…
From Down at the barns. Our Triumph Stag Mk 2 conversion continues in this episode having now returned from Classic and Sports Cars Essex it has perfect panel alignment with the doors, bonnet and boot refitted it looks better than the original! The rewiring has continued a pace with the new leather Stag Dash now…
From Down at the barns. The iconic series 3 Land Rover arrives at Down At The Barns, this 1976 model is the last of the series Land Rovers and contains a lot more plastic than the previous models but is the most common type, Nick takes us through how Eco Classics plan to covert this…
From Down at the barns. In this episode we check out this amazing hand built Vignale! The Samantha is a rare Italian car based on the Fiat 125 S, Alfredo Vignale only made 98 of them and only 20 of them were made right hand drive of which this is one! with Jenson doors and…
From Down at the barns. If you’re in the market for a fun, low-emission car to drive – and you’re not afraid of a little bit of zip – then you should check out the Electric Westfield 250. This car is based on the Lotus 7, which is an iconic racing car that was used…
From Down at the barns. In this video, we reveal how Nick bought his wife a Porsche for her 50th birthday. Initially in an earlier episode we showed how Ian and Charlie planned to convert the 1984 Porsche Targa to electric but that was just a cover story so that Nick’s wife wouldn’t get suspicious,…
From Down at the barns. Looking to convert your old car into an electric classic? Watch this amazing transformation in part 14 of the series. This Triumph stag takes a complete re-wire and will soon emerge as an amazing electric classic car. Les and Nick take us through the work that has recently been executed…
From Down at the barns. If you’re a fan of the F1 race series, then you have to see this car! It’s totally crazy and it’s sure to amaze you. Not to mention, it was built with a kit, so it’s really easy to get started! If you’re curious about how this car was built,…
From Down at the barns. Tina is a classic car enthusiast with a passion for vintage automobiles. Today, she’s made a major purchase – a 1968 Morris Minor 1000, we join her as she takes it out for a drive, exploring and learning all the ins and outs of her new classic car. As she…
From Down at the barns. In this video, we’re showing off our latest military land rover conversion down at the barns. This is a great way to explore the countryside in style, without any of the hassle! when looking at motor build quality of the original Land Rover which was rather sluggish the new eco…
From Down at the barns. The unique Triumph TR4 interior and exterior looks a feels like a true British sports car, but what makes this vehicle so rare is that it was supplied to the Southend constabulary in May 1962 as a speedy pursuit vehicle which was designed to chase down reckless or speeding drivers…
From Down at the barns. Check out this video and see how this iconic tour bus has been restored! Paul & Linda McCartney, Denny Laine, Henry McCullough and Denny Seiwell the Wings line up from 1972 toured Europe on this vintage bus, and possibly the inspiration for songs like My Love and Live and Let…
From Down at the barns. In this video, we’re going to show you how to convert your Triumph Stag to electric! This conversion is incredible and unique in many aspects, Nick has fitted the battery boxes and electric motor and explains how the fast charging will work Do you own a classic car? We don’t…
From Down at the barns. The Mercedes W113 is an amazing looking car also known as the pergoda and in its heyday many four people owed one including John Lennon and Elvis Presley in this episode we feature another great Eco Classics conversion, Nick talks us through the process and how the weight remains the…
From Down at the barns. In this video, we’re going to take a look at the VW T2 bus, also known as the camper van. This bus is a wonderful option whether you’re looking for a unique way to travel or you just want to have a lot of fun! This exploration of the VW…
From Down at the barns. If you’re a fan of iconic sports cars from the 50s and 60s, then you’ll love this video. In it, we take a look at a rare Cortina Lotus Mk2, which drives beautifully. This Ford Cortina Lotus police car is unique as only 2 two Lotus Cortina’s were delivered to…
From Down at the barns. Formula Foundation-E is a ground-breaking fully electric single-seater racing project that has been well over a year in development, and the stunning FF-E1 electric race car has been conceptualised, designed, engineered and built in the UK. This fantastic race car will be the world’s first club level single seater EV…
From Down at the barns. This is the uncut version of the Westfield Electric Chesil Speedster , this car has been built with a new chassis which gives the car a fantastic smooth ride and as we are working on the car again in the near future we thought we’d remind of what a great…