James May: The Reassembler

In this festive special James reassembles all 138 tiny components that make up the Christmas present that set him on the path of mechanical interest and reassembly - The Hornby Flying Scotsman with realistic chuffing sounds.

When it comes to cooking James May is not the first name that comes to mind, but when it comes to reassembling cooking appliances James is your man. In this episode James pieces together the 235 parts that make up a 1960's Kenwood Chef Food Mixer.

James May is faced with reassembling a 1970's Honda Z50a mini Motorcycle from all its 303 component parts. This exciting mini motorcycle was fun for all the family and got a whole generation of kids hooked on Motorcycles for the rest of their lives.

James May Reassembles the past to hear what it sounded like as he pieces together the 195 parts of the game changing 1963 Dansette Bermuda portable record player.