My 1960s Alfa Romeo Daily Driver is Dead 

Very much appreciate your style of Vlog. No bluster, No loud music, No mad editing! Just calm delivery from a passionate and very knowledgeable Alfa Guy. Love it! Cheers from Warwick, UK. ( Shakespeare country).

No constant barrage of loud music, self-promotion, sponsors, and intros. Just a calm video about a guy fixing his car. Thank you.

"I'll be back weekly" made my heart sing with joy 🥺

About 30 years ago I got to drive a 1968 Guilia 1600. To this day, one of the nicest cars I have ever driven. Excellent road feedback, fantastic road holding and no complicated expensive tech.

There's an old saying among us Construction Workers. The Painter's house is always in need of paint. The Roofer's house needs a new roof. The Carpenters house needs to have Carpentry maintenance. We, in the Trades, all to often tell ourselves that "it will be fine" when it comes to our own things.

I love your car. I like that there's people out there dailying old Alfas. Personally I prefer a more rugged car than a restored one, I imagine I would be afraid to drive a mint condition one daily. Also, an old mechanic once told me when I complained to him about my 75's oil leaks: if it leaks oil, it means it has oil, you should worry when it doesn't 😄

I’m sorry your daily driver is out of action, but I’m glad you’ve resumed uploading videos. Looking forward to the next one already!

To mirror another commenter here, this channel is criminally underviewed. I think Jethro's film style is some of the best, easily on par with the best movies produced in studios. To have the content be automotive related is just icing on the cake for me. Thanks for this release Jethro, and very much looking forward to this project!

Video about vehicles and no annoying background music, this is a rare treat. Thank You!

Much awaited, much appreciated excellent work as always.

What an INSANE twist of events never in my life did I expect an Alfa to break

That is one beautiful car, and if you truly daily drive it, you have my nomination for "car chad of the month" award

This type of Alfa reminds me of the old Italian movies where it always appears as a police car.

Ha, I finally decided I had to rebuild my '67 Duetto when the clutch was slipping, it wouldn't stay in reverse, and the head gasket blew out. So I guess I know the feeling. But I'm sure you'll get it all put back together better than ever.

So happy you are back.

Wow! That car really needs a lot of work. The really good part is the lack of serious rust. My first 1972 Giulia Super 1600 was stolen while I was skiing in the Italian alps, so it didn't have time to rust away, but the 1973 that replaced it (both purchased new from dealers) only lasted 5 years until it was completely rusted away on the salted roads of Germany. I loved those cars.They were perfect driver's cars and I drove them accordingly. Like your "Roter Schwein" they were red, but had black interior. I hope to see your car back in shape and on the road again. Thanks for another excellent video!

Fellow South African here: Thank the gods you're still alive. Good vid. Your family; they okay?

Porco has needed some TLC forever. I'm glad it has earned some much needed repairs. Hopefully we'll see you posting sooner rather than later. Your videos are top notch as always Jethro.

Wow............ you're back! I was experiencing serious withdrawl symptoms. Thanks.

Good to see you back.

"Porko" gets some ❤ 🙌

I look very forward to seeing one of these restored! Long Live Porco!

This is an impeccable peerless channel for learned cognoscenti

You are already doing better than I managed. Got underneath '73 1600 Super for a few hrs to replace clutch and realised I had flu... Later decided to outsource the job but didn't reposition main battery cable which draped against manifolds so as soon as engine warmed up I lost all power. Managed to rectify by torchlight and complete journey to a specialist.

Simply love the looks of this car. Driven, worn and perfect with the added two extra fog lights ❤ May it be repaired to live long

Zen and the art of Alfa Romeo maintenance 💗

As an Italian I can only congratulate you for the Alfa Romeo and commitment, I see that you have style!

Thanks for your great videos 👍

The mechanics car is always the worse one in the lot. I got a job at an Alfa Dealer in Los Angles during the 70's after buying a used 66 Giulia that was a "Cream Puff"... The clutch was weak and died about a month into my ownership experience, I worked off the parts bill as a helper at the shop. When we got around to pulling the engine (with only 35k miles) the engine looked a lot like Porco. I guess LA Freeway driving is just as hard. "Alfie" lived on as my daily for another 8 years. Thanks for the memories

Sorry but I have never been so glad to see a car fail... Happy to see you back.

I'm sorry that Porco is dead, but I am glad for the content it provides

Porco is in good hands! Thanks for bringing us along for the repairs, the calm and collected presentation is rare and very appreciated!

as my mechanic grandfather used to say, you dont buy Italian cars with your head, you buy them with your heart

Porco Rosso is my favorite Ghibli film, and now, Porco Rosso is my favorite daily driver.

Glad to see you back and looking forward to the work on this car. Very happy to see this car getting some love.

Welcome back. You’ve been missed.

Meanwhile I was restoring my truck and came across this clipVDO. You did a great job of telling the story. I love it.

So so glad to see you back again even if it’s at the expense of the daily driver! Looking forward to the next few episodes, roll on next Friday 👍 Great to have you back!

Great to see Porco getting some love. I always find it easier to do new work on a big project rather than do maintanence on a daily. Looking forward to seeing it come back to life.

Thank you Porgo for forcing your owner into a new tranche of very welcome videos. Feel free to fail on a regular basis, we are with you all the way!

Nope, I have to decidedly contradict: That engine does not look terrible. Yes, it does have some issues as You would expect in a sixty year old daily beater of Italian descent. The oil though is just the selfprotecting grime cover these elder machines did develop and accumulate over daily beating - be it DS, CX, the 105 series Alfas, Lancias or the Peugeots Volvos, Saabs and Matras I had owned .... all had that, and in my brine-corner of the globe they made sure this way their nuts'n bolts did loose up and open, at all, when needed. Otherwise: Looking forward to the series! Thank You for sharing.

The last time I saw a car losing its clutch, it went from ok-ish to "cannot get to the shop round the corner" in a matter of a couple km.

73 super 1300 owner here so naturally i subscribed after seeing such a tasteful production of detailed work keeping these machines running. Nice job!

I am so glad i am not the only one whose solution for problem A, is usually the source of problem B.

your videos are always work of art!

Having only now found your channel, in watching your video footage of your shifting through gears then suddenly flashes of Table Mountain and Lions Head! My heart was jumping around in my chest, as I used to stay with grand parents in Fish Hoek back in the 1960's! Wonderful memories for me! Dankie and Cheers from Texas, U.S.A.!

Porco's demise is our good fortune - more video's ha ha ! Sorry she's down, but we'll enjoy watching you revive the red beastie with some well deserved TLC. Good luck Jethro.

I have to admit, this is the first time i see a clutch change/repair with "First, i removed the radiator..."

I stopped dead in my tracks to watch this and am really sad it‘s already over.

A beautifully filmed tale of automotive neglect, yet the affection is very much in evidence too. I look forward to more.

Welcome back, sir! Sorry, it's under these circumstances though...

The Bob Ross of automotive is back 😊👌🏻

Glad to see you back Jethro, looking forward to Porco rising up through the ashes and enjoying him again 🎉.

It may be the busiest week-end I've had this semester and I'll still watch your video. Glad you're back.

D. D. D. Bummer. Excellent video, good to see one respectful of the audience and full of subtle passion at the same time.

Was originally going to make a comment saying to fix it instead of complaining about it being dead but thats already what you're doing so good on you!

NICE! Not the daily dead driver, but the weekly videos!

My father had one of those cars. Bless his soul. He loved it but it bleed him dry. Just kept breaking down.

So you are daily driving an old Alfa and keeping it alive you deserve much respect for this

Can't wait for episode 2 !

Great to see some updates from you, and I'm envious every time I see your workshop.

Just found your channel and im in love! The care and attention that goes into your cars and videos is astonishing.

Good to see you back again. Sad to see the Giulia is in a bad shape. Hope you can give it the love it needs :)

Really looking forward to this series ! Greetings from Dublin

happy to know there will be a new episode every week. I apreciate a lot your videos. Thank you!

Sorry your car is dead. Glad to see new content from you!

This is why a mechanic's car if often a horror show. A mechanic will drive a car that no one can shift or even keep running.

The most romantic car videos ever! Thanks again!

The editing style alone easily earned you a sub. The fact that your car is named after my favorite animated movie character? Icing on the cake.I look forward to future episodes.

It's not an oil leak -- that's Italian rustproofing.

These videos are so few and far between when one appears it's like I've won the lottery!. Love your calm steady narration as you work Jethro. Looking forward to a lottery win every friday. First class Sir.

Damn I wish I hadn’t found this this soon. I want to binge watch the progress

I wish my beater car was a '60s alfa, with rwd and twin cam engine. all you get for 500 bucks these days are 2003-ish diesel vw golfs and peugeot 307s, and thats the best case scenario amongst opel minivans, if you want an alfa you probably gonna have to pay so much its not even worth bothering anymore

First car i drived was an alfa 2000 berlina at 14 years my dad's car. So i became an alfista. Enjoy with your Alfa, very wonderfull!!!

I love Porco, long live Porco.

One of my favorite mechanical channels. Straightforward narrative and cool cars. I have the same watch too.

This was a great watch! Love that there is Alfa Romeo content that's more than just an interview! The Video is very concise and informative to watch!

you've gone and made your way into my algorithm dude, excellent video and work. cheers from the owner of a 1986 spider veloce somewhere in central USA

One more Richmond Hilton Special in the works. Amazing to see how the Italian designers managed to build an oil-cooler into the sump with all that finning. Sure the Goldwing parked in your garage will have better ground clearance - could be a good daily rider.

Poor Porthos.. struggling along with maladies growing more serious by the month.. finally giving in. It will be great to see the resurrection take place. Another brilliant vlog...

amazing to have another upload!!

Can't wait for the next one, I like your video style, and that is a sweet daily!

This video was on my to watch radar for a bit. 3 minutes in, and you have a new subscriber.

What a great workhorse Porco is...

As an Alfa nut who loves cars but has 2 left hands as far as mechanical things are concerned I love your channel and never cease to be amazed by the challenges you take on.Looking forward to see your lovely old Giulia get a new lease of life.The world would be a much duller place without Alfa Romeo.

This is the most classy and jazzy automotive video I've seen in a while. Very cool project, I'm definitely subscribed to see more of it. Keep up the good work man.

Good luck with the restoration I am sure it will be back in good shape soon 👍

It has been a while! Good luck with your latest project. Porsche overcame the 356 clutch overstroking problem by limiting the clutch pedal travel with a bracket in the floorboard. “a” models had a spring type cover plate and “b” onwards had a diaphragm type cover plate. They used identical pedals but added the travel limit bracket with the diaphragm part. So maybe thats an idea for your car?

Next episode on a Friday already? Oh boy, can't wait!! Happy to see you back Jethro

Just ran across you , and am very impressed. I will be watching your episodes with great interest.

Porko finally getting some love!

Looking for forward to quality content. It's always the greatest pleasure to watch your work and listen to you eloquent commentary thereof. Your attention to detail, quest for perfection are class leading. Your passion shines through the quality and skill of your work. Greetings from Auckland at 05:00

Very smooth video i like the “porco serie” pls keep filming. Is so relaxing

I didn’t know it was that time of year (time for another Jethro Bronner episode). Always worth the wait … the style of these videos is almost meditative 👌

This one will go viral. What a great video!

THANK YOU! The youtube algorithm randomly showed me this video and after watching this I had to instantly subscribe. Well put together without filler junk. High quality, down to earth, and knowledgeable without screeching edm or rock music at loud volumes... love it

Always love when you post something. I can certainly appreciate the about of time and effort thats gone into the editing let alone the work itself. 👌

South African car channel with solid narration shows in my feed? You can bet I'm subbed now.

I love old Alfa's. I worked for an Alfa dealer back in the early 70's and we sold an accessory oil pan protector. Saved a lot of oil pans back then.

A calm, informative video. Thank you.