MOT Test Day - Will it PASS? - 1988 Rolls-Royce Silver Spirit

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Ай бұрын

The Day of Reckoning!!!
PART 58 of this series...It has all been building up to this day. The day I take the Rolls-Royce for the MOT to see if it is roadworthy.
My biggest challenge yet! Can I FIX a 1988 Rolls Royce Silver Spirit with too many faults to list, there is more wrong with it than right. Will I end up crying into my Connolly leather seats or will this beast live on.
This is the cheapest Rolls Royce in the UK so I wasn't expecting much, hopefully bit by bit with sheer determination and zero skill I will attempt to fix each fault one by one.
This is PART 58 of this series. Every part will be filmed, and I hope to discover the craftmanship that has gone into this 34 year old moving piece of art.
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If you have an interesting 'non returnable' item for a 'trying to fix' video then my PO box is as follows. Please only use if you are from the UK and using Royal Mail.
My Mate Vince
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Remember that this is just for entertainment and I am not an expert in these repairs. The processes in the video may not be the best way, the correct way or the safest way to fix these things. I do love fault finding and trying to fix broken things, so I hope that comes across in this 'Trying to FIX' series. Many thanks, Vince.

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@Cha-chingWV Ай бұрын

As someone who watched this series from the start and saw all the work you put in, I have a big smile on my face and am SO HAPPY for you Vince. Well done!

@marcusg2703 Ай бұрын

Not just passed the MOT. Passed with no advisories! Well done Vince.

@Waifu4Life Ай бұрын

What are advisories?

@marcusg2703 Ай бұрын

@@Waifu4Life Advisories are faults/issues noted by the tester that are not failures on the test but might lead to a failure in the future if not fixed.

@Waifu4Life Ай бұрын

@@marcusg2703 cool,. thx for explaining.

@WOFFY-qc9te Ай бұрын

@@Waifu4Life Advisories ; Problems yet to bite you in the arse or items/wear/defect the tester found which may fail next time. Example; brake pad wear, corrosion, or lack of jam doughnuts left for the garage.

@Envy701 Ай бұрын

Well done, Vince. It's great to see all your hard work has paid off!

@davepost7675 Ай бұрын

Congratulations! You really earned that pass. I'll be honest, when you first started doing the RR repair videos, I wasn't into it. I much preferred your electronics fix videos. Then the RR videos grew on me and I looked forward to watching them when they popped up on KZfaq.

@user-cm8en9tz7t Ай бұрын

I am so proud of you, Vince. I have been watching you for years. I do not comment much. I have been going through a lot of physical and mental issues for the last few years. You and your positivity give me a smile and that I thank you for. Thank you for being you.

@Boogie_the_cat Ай бұрын

Best wishes to you in your difficulties. Keep strong.

@jrdreinke1 Ай бұрын

We all find ourselves in the dark from time to time. The light is always visible somewhere. Keep searching for it. Vince will always drop in with the flashlight from time to time or maybe just the yellow mat.😂

@tonyweavers4292 Ай бұрын

I have to be honest, I didn't think I would see the day. I've sat here with a smile on my face for the whole video. Well done Vince!

@jonathanmartin3375 Ай бұрын

You've earned the joy of driving it Vince. Well well done.

@clementlai123 Ай бұрын

RESULT! Congratulations Vince. This has been one of my favourite series on KZfaq. Thanks for taking us on the journey with you! Please keep the minor fixes and maintenance videos coming.

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Thank you, really glad you enjoyed them. Thanks for the comment😎

@kirvykirvkirv5144 Ай бұрын

Wow! Just wow! I think there were so many wow moments, but for me, the leather repair was the best. Wow!

@user-sq4zm7yh6s Ай бұрын

I have watched every episode as soon as they were posted, with particular interest. This is because I bought an 89 Silver Spirit at almost the exact time as Vince. It is a wonderful car to own and drive, and as Vince soon found out, you get so many lovely comments. I get 17mpg which I think is very good considering the size of the engine and the weight of the car. I couldn't have been more pleased with the MOT pass. Well done Vince-you have worked so hard, virtually single handed-and I hope you enjoy every mile of driving her.

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Thank you, really glad you are still enjoying the ownership👍

@rogerphelps9939 Ай бұрын

Ought to be scrapped. Your grandchildren will curse you for your frivolous emission of far too much CO2.

@WOFFY-qc9te Ай бұрын

Kick down, check vacuum pipe to vacuum modulator on the side of the gearbox which I think is the GM400 Diaphragm goes soft, cost about £90 but cross reference it as the GM400 was used in all sorts of land barge, also change the o ring when fitting you can do this without dropping oil. Note (from memory) there is a cable actuated kick down on the throttle body with a very janky cable, this may need adjustment but check manual as the set up is counter intuitive. Temperature, quick check turn on heater if you have good heat you know the heads are wet also good turn on when in traffic and the temp is rising. fault either sender, thermostat or Mr Lucus !!!!!!!. Hope this is helpful. Congratulations Vince.

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Nice one Woffy, thank you👍

@WOFFY-qc9te Ай бұрын

@@Mymatevince Good work vince, better than you expected so you can stop chasing perfection and start driving it. The car will improve with use and the paint will start shine even more. Headlights, leave a pouch of desiccant in the housing to stop condensation. Some good news it seems Mr Lucus is happy however keep water off any electrics especially the relay box which I still have nightmares about. A touch of Vaseline on connectors helps keep the green death and Lucas blue smoke away. The fuel injection is from memory Bosh Ktronic design which is good but on old cars it is best to put a fresh fuel filter on and only use E5 petrol. Have you thought of an LPG conversion ?, works a treat on my V8's and not a difficult fit on the lumps you have. Steering wheel ; Bakelite oxidises, polish with Brasso was off ALL residue then again finally finish with a Beeswax burnish. The wheel will improve with use. There is a special compound but I forget the name. Lastly DON"T trust that jack or the jacking points. Get a trolly jack and stands, lift under the wishbones or subframe. The RR is a heavy Mumma and although those sills look sound they are old and if the jack punches through (and I know they do ? ) the car is scrap at the very least the doors won't shut. Congratulations Vince a splendid job we have enjoyed your pain and joy.

@harveyevans3518 Ай бұрын

@MrAsBBB Ай бұрын

I think it made everyone’s day when it passed the MOT. Knew you would do it. Congrats

@Parknest Ай бұрын

That MoT pass is testament to all your hard work.If the temperature gauge operates when you earth the sender wire then the sender is faulty which is an easy fix.

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Thank you👍

@woodlandor Ай бұрын

Awesome job Vince! I'm an HVAC tech and electronics nerd, which is why I started watching your channel. I am not "a car guy", but I really enjoyed this series... you take a diagnostic approach that I would every single day, but applied it to something I have no experience with.

@ioandanielvlad70 Ай бұрын

Go go Vince! Let’s see it on the right side of the fence!

@steliosemmanouilidis5050 Ай бұрын

That's a great ride, I bet it'll live for another 40 years

@mefflecakes Ай бұрын

Can't quite believe we made it! Well done Vince, you've done a fantastic job.

@TheGeezzer Ай бұрын

I'm delighted your RR passed the MOT. _and_ with zero advisories!! Well Done Indeed Vince!! The Grey Poupon _is_ an essential piece of kit! My Sliver Shadow II delivered 8mpg around town. 17mpg on the motorway. Use of B roads gave 10mpg.

@fitaj8789 Ай бұрын

2 years of joy watching this, awaiting the mot, passed! Enjoyed every moment, was there with you, what car next! Ha!

@P5ychoFox Ай бұрын

So pleased it passed and so pleased there’s still a few bits to fix. I’m still wearing your Rolls Royce t-shirt with pride. Get well soon Mrs Vince.

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thanks so much P5ychoFox!!!!

@ianwallace5905 Ай бұрын

You have no idea just how proud we are of you Vince, you came into this project with an open mind and took on every challenge. Many a better man would have given up but you stuck at it (even the rattle can paint job astounded me with how well it looked) Hopefully you get to enjoy the car now :)

@BowsettesFury Ай бұрын

4:01 lmfao oh my god I remember those commercials 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

@SouthendLad600 Ай бұрын

Been here since the start and honestly feeling a bit emotional for you. You’ve done the most amazing job. Well done Vince.

@awkwardtom Ай бұрын

The whole series was worth it for the thumbnail alone ! Brilliant 😍

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thank you, I LOVE this thumbnail!!!!

@cigarboxguitar9519 Ай бұрын

After watching every video in the series it is fantastic to see the Rolls on the road. Well done Vince! 🙂

@JonPadfield Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince. The MOT was never in doubt, mate! I've loved this series and so happy for you that the car is now something you can enjoy. Nice one.

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Jon

@chris_hertford Ай бұрын

Absolutely loved this series, car looks great! Amazing job Vince!

@eversor431 Ай бұрын

7:54 Sweet baby Jesus. I thought the $200/2 year extortion racket at my DMV was bad.

@alanallington1001 Ай бұрын

Well done, all the hard work has payed off , now it’s picnic time.

@rugglez Ай бұрын

Well done Vince! All your hard work has paid off.

@mrg2039 Ай бұрын

That's amazing news. Well done!

@JamVsJam. Ай бұрын

it feels so great to finally see it on the road. I'm glad that it passed the MOT !

@Timothycan Ай бұрын

Well done and congratulations, Vince! You now own a Roller you can truly be proud of.

@jerseydevil1995 Ай бұрын

Glad I had notifications on, couldn't wait for this one

@greamepenney5947 Ай бұрын

Well done Vince ,all that hard work has paid off. You look so proud of what you have done.

@WMARUoriginal Ай бұрын

I totally thought you bit off too much taking on this project but WOW you really accomplished something truly special. Very, very impressive!

@kingofmadprops Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince on all your hard work on this car! It looks like it came right off the showroom floor! This entire series was like a major movie, full of happy moments, sad moments, frustrations. But now to see the Silver Spirit on the road is a testament to your hard work and dedication. Drive safely.

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thank you 👍👍👍

@cardrac6421 Ай бұрын

Vince, I been here since the very beginning, you convinced me to fix my own pickup truck, thank you for being an inspiration Vince, Cheers

@JustKarlos Ай бұрын

I’ve currently been awake for 33 hours and can’t seem to unwind, so, this is perfect timing for an upload. Thanks, Vince!

@mannixmd Ай бұрын

I had no doubts the car will pass the mot. Job well done Vince👏👏👏

@pldaniels Ай бұрын

Bravo Vince, bravo indeed. That was quite the show of tenacity to achieve this, especially with it being outside of what we're used to seeing here for repairs. Something to be immensely chuffed about.

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Thank you Paul, I really appreciate you watching it and commenting. Thank you my friend 😎

@ilyatsukanov8707 Ай бұрын

Absolutely incredible job Vince. I'm not sure whether a Rolls-Royce owner has ever put as much work into their car as you have.

@scale_bnb Ай бұрын

Watched this from the start of the series, fair play to you for stepping completely out your comfort zone and learning alot of new things in this, you should be proud of what you've achieved 👏

@cambrown__ Ай бұрын

The absolute mad lad has done it!

@samh8168 Ай бұрын

Yippee!!

@peteracton1515 Ай бұрын

Congratulations what a magnificent achievement Vince. You have saved a great British car. Re potholes, they don’t want people driving, that’s the agenda.

@nawkir Ай бұрын

Well done Vince.Watched this from the beginning.Great achievement

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thank you

@execation Ай бұрын

Finally, the ROLLS HAS COME BACK TO NORTHWEST LONDON! Excellent series mate - Loved EVERY step of it - and congrats for bringing this beauty back to life BY YOURSELF. Have a beer man - you've earned it

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thank you

@TronicGames Ай бұрын

Congrats Vince! I was straight up nervous when you showed the MOT papers. So happy it passed. Well deserved.

@richardgreene3460 Ай бұрын

I have been watching from the first until today! You have provided much inspiration during this time in restoring my 1981 Corniche. Now, it's finished, I bought today a 1968 Fixed-Head Coupe! The journey continues!

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

I just Googled the 1968 fixed head coupe, what a beauty!!!!

@gregoryking9348 Ай бұрын

Congratulations buddy! There truly is nothing (so far) you can't repair and/or improve. Big thumbs up!

@ridbensdale Ай бұрын

My Dad used to work at Rolls-Royce in Crewe. And he was with Quality Control in ‘88. Who knows… maybe he signed off on that car?

@WOFFY-qc9te Ай бұрын

Vince has a nice example there, the underbody and side rails collected water so any winter work killed them. I think this one has been garaged. Your Dad work at a time when the line were proud to work on a RR. I am sure he sat in this car.

@peteracton1515 Ай бұрын

What a job and skill your dad had, the crème de la creme of quality control, best in the world imo.

@MrAsBBB Ай бұрын

My dad was a rolls-Royce toolmaker at park ward for Mulliner. I remember his retirement photos of him in all of the cars they were building at the time. Just love this channel.

@ridbensdale Ай бұрын

@@MrAsBBB My Dad started as a toolmaker in the Tool Room.

@peteracton1515 Ай бұрын

Your fathers are legends, their work would have been the ultimate in craftsmanship I believe, can’t tell you how much I respect their heritage, reflected in the beautiful cars still on the roads many years later.

@johnfloore9799 Ай бұрын

Yesss!!!! Vince, I think this has been the day I most anticipated all year! From one occasionally bumbling DIY mechanic to another: Cheers my friend.

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thanks John

@ChrisCe. Ай бұрын

As so many have already said, watched this series from day one and it’s been fantastic, such a lot of work went into this! Brilliant to see everything come to fruition. Well done MMV 👏🏻

@APSuk2 Ай бұрын

To adjust the parking brake start the engine and then shift into neutral. You then switch the engine off if you desire, you will still have the resistance from the diff but you won't be fighting the gearbox etc. You don't drive in a Rolls Royce you waft 😄 The whole car is designed for the back seat passenger in mind as many owners got their driver to drive so it's all about comfort with handling and agility not being of concern hence the really lower tyre pressures. Increasing them will help handling and fuel economy at the expense of comfort. It's basically like driving a big sofa where you wallow around corners with the slush-o-matic gearbox changing gears. Need to get that temp gauge working ASAP before the engine cooks and it's all over. Congratulations on getting it back on the road Vince!

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Thank you Adam, you have been a huge help over the last 2 years. Hopefully you will stick around and maybe help out on another project in the future 👍😎 The water temp might be the next video I do on this.

@APSuk2 Ай бұрын

@@Mymatevince I will do my best Vince, in regards to the coolant temperature gauge not working, once you find where the coolant temperature sensor is on the engine if it has one wire going to it you need to ground the wire by connecting it to the chassis or battery negative. With the ignition on the temperature gauge should then read hot with the wire grounded. If it does then the coolant temperature sensor is at fault. If it does not then the gauge or wiring is at fault

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

@@APSuk2 Thanks Adam, I'm looking forward to doing this as the next job. Apparently it does have a sensor, just under where the thermostat is. It might be as simple as a corroded wire. Or it might end up being a blue mat video if the gauge itself is faulty. Enjoy the rest of your Sunday 👍

@stephenrichards5386 Ай бұрын

The car looks stunning. Thinking back over a year you have done an amazing job. Well done. I'm very jealous

@jeahmayne10 Ай бұрын

Thank you Vince for not only bringing us along in the journey but actually finishing it! You inspired me to pick up a black on black 1984 silver spur thanks to your videos it gave me the final encouragement to take on these overwhelming cars Without much references (besides old manuals and forums) your videos will be beneficial for future Rolls Royce owners Thank you also to all the supporters along the journey Seeing this car on the road again operating beautifully brings a smile to my face😊

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Black on black sounds lovely. I think black would be the best colour for these cars. Congrats and thanks for watching 👍

@BowsettesFury Ай бұрын

Oh boy here we go.

@opp31337 Ай бұрын

0:33 that has got to be the most piddly sounding pressure washer i have ever heard in my life lol.

@qwertypants Ай бұрын

Well done Vince, it looks genuinely suburb, and I've been a happy and grateful viewer of the series since the start. Thanks again.

@gordonjeffrey231076 Ай бұрын

Simply wonderful. This series has been a great journey.

@SimonZerafa Ай бұрын

Will you be restoring a Mansion to go with the Rolls next? 😉🤷‍♂️

@jjefferyworboys8138 Ай бұрын

I own a 1975 Bentley which is more or less the same size as a Silver Spirit. I moved home last year and the first job in my new house was to lengthen the garage so the car would fit. That cost more than I have spent on maintaining the car in the 12 years I have owned it, but was worth every penny. My new garage is wonderful , it's now 21ft long and 14ft wide. When thinking about buying an old Rolls or Bentley it's important that you have somewhere dry to keep it.

@tazmaniachill Ай бұрын

Just remember to turn the engine off when filling it with fuel or it will gain on the pump 😂 well done Vince!

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Hahahaha, never ending!!!

@mr_spacedout713 Ай бұрын

This video brings me so much joy! What a journey it’s been. Didn’t think it would be 2 years worth of heart breaks and happy days! Cheers Vince. Truly smiling ear to ear to see this!

@aldo9923 Ай бұрын

Congratulations, been watching since the beginning. Thanks for taking us along

@davidmasterton8823 Ай бұрын

I cheated I checked the reg on the last video 🤣🤣

@Perthshire Ай бұрын

Me too LOL

@danielp9721 Ай бұрын

Me 2

@xaviersquad Ай бұрын

Congrats @Mymatevince! What an accomplishment and I can't wait to see the road trip!

@peterb666 Ай бұрын

2 years!!! Didn't realise it was so long. The car looks fantastic. Well done.

@bigbobbasbirdbox Ай бұрын

Vince, I have the biggest smile on my face! Thank you. What a brilliant result for all of your hard work and struggles. you must be incredibly proud. I have watched every episode and loved every minute. Thank you for creating such genuine, humble content that the 'normal guy' can relate to. Keep up the great work and can't wait to see what comes next.

@TheRetroFuture2 Ай бұрын

WHAT A RESULT! All of your hard work paid off. Take me out in it soon!

@Mymatevince Ай бұрын

Will do, cheers for watching!

@YoshMaster Ай бұрын

I’m so happy that your patience, positivity and hard work were rewarded in the end!! Sure it will cost you thousands of gas money hahaha but I do hope you’ll enjoy the rides in it, you deserve it!!

@goldieandblackie Ай бұрын

Well done Vince, a fantastic job on the RR over the last two years.

@Ferruccio001 Ай бұрын

Watched every episode of this project and I'm truly amazed. Well done, mate. Hats off!

@matp8493 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince! What a fantastic achievement, well done.

@ChrisMelville Ай бұрын

Wonderful series, Vince! You must be so proud. I had a big smile on my face when the pass was revealed. All your hard work paid off: congratulations 😊🇬🇧

@jimmuendo Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince! The car looks great, sounds well, and it’s been a fascinating series to follow! I hope Ratty continues to bring a smile to your face, for many years. I’m sure there’ll be hiccups & headaches, as old cars tend to test us, but just remember how far you’ve brought that old girl! I’d love to see her, and I suppose you too, if you take her on a tour of the UK! Regardless of whether you tell any of us or not, you should bring her up to Blackpool. 👊🏼

@RossTaylor79 Ай бұрын

I do love a story with a happy ending. Well done Vince! Thoroughly entertaining.

@MichaelGhiorso Ай бұрын

I have thoroughly enjoyed the entire series and haven't missed an episode. I can't believe it has been two years since you started this project. Great work!

@lesallison9047 Ай бұрын

Congratulations, if anybody deserves to drive a roller, it's you. ✌️💚 🇬🇧

@MD4564 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince! Been watching since the beginning, glad all your hard work has paid off!

@kendalle2744 Ай бұрын

Well done Vince. I have loved the series! It was nice to see you driving around in your Rolls-Royce finally.

@harvo351 Ай бұрын

Magic Vince !! Awesome to see her all legal beagle !! Congratulations & Enjoy !!

@MrScottishGamer Ай бұрын

This is awesome to see you out and about in this Vince. Its been an absolute pleasure to watch and im still looking forward to seeing the future repairs you mentioned

@RasterYT Ай бұрын

I’ve been watching this series since day 1, so proud of your work vince, looking forward for more videos on it in the future, well done

@thesmek01 Ай бұрын

Fantastic work done with such unrelenting enthusiasm Vince. Thanks for sharing the journey 🙏

@ConnorMcCl0ud75 Ай бұрын

Well done Vince, I am glad that all your hard work has payed off for you. Looking forward to more videos on the Silver Spirit.

@KineticFaction Ай бұрын

Happy for you lad, great series been an epic journey start to finish!

@christopherbrown1591 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince. You must be so proud. Well done MMV.

@Jacko_486 Ай бұрын

I've watched this series from part 1. Great to see it out to the final instalment. Fantastic.

@njakts Ай бұрын

That thumbnail very much reminds me the episode from keeping up appearances, where they took Rolls for a test drive and were later reported to the police because they drove it somewhere too far 😂

@ryancmck002 Ай бұрын

Well done Vince, been watching the series for a while now, absolutely stoked for passing the MOT with no failures, keep up the great content!

@Mymatevince 23 күн бұрын

Thanks Ryan 😎

@100tinsoldiers Ай бұрын

Congratulations, watched the series from the start, all the work you put in to it has definitely paid off. Looks amazing.

@etiennevanharen3893 Ай бұрын

Congratulations Vince. What an epic load of problems you have overcome but the endresult is beautifull. Enjoy your ride and thanks for this series.

@jamessexton1453 Ай бұрын

Well done Vince! That made me smile. Looking forward to fix it videos, so keep them coming

@yambo59 Ай бұрын

A hard earned positive test result, CONGRATS !!

@alexmacdonald4270 Ай бұрын

Congratulations, your hard work and dedication paid off 🎉

@jeremyTallen1 27 күн бұрын

This car is what brought me to the channel and i am glad it passed!

@TragicMike Ай бұрын

Ah Im going to miss the Rolls series! Ive loved these Vince! Great work on getting it finished and back on the road! Enjoy it! 👍🏼

@ayarrows Ай бұрын

Amazing! Congrats! This series has been a must watch for me from start to now. You should be very proud!

@ksredsfan Ай бұрын

Congrats Vince all your hard work has paid off. It was nice to see you get to be able to have a drive finally

@daniel-fehr Ай бұрын

It's so good to see you happy finally driving this car after so much effort. Congratulations for the result and thanks for all the good content!

@Valveus Ай бұрын

Brilliant, well done mate. I can tell you really enjoyed finally taking it for a spin