I remember being in university years ago and seeing the prices of F355s being $60k and 996 Turbos being $40k and thinking "when I graduate and have money, these cars will be even more affordable for me." Now that I have graduated and have money, I can't afford these cars nor a home.
I’ll never forget the day I was driving down an Austrian mountain pass in 1997 when a 355 came around a corner going up in full drift, smoke peeling off the tires and a smile on the drivers face that sticks with me to this day.
If you want to avoid the engine out for MOST things, get a 360. If you want to avoid it altogether, get a 430. I went with the 430 not just because it was the Ferrari V8 that came out when I got my license so it was a “poster car” for me, but also because you can pretty easily work on it yourself… which saves you a metric fuckton of money. You can also do a manual swap yourself for $10k if you want a gated manual without paying the premium for the stock ones. But a lot of the feeling of the 355 is still present in the 430… the interior is “far away” and spacious, it all feels light and delicate, it “dances” on the road… If you don’t mind the engine out maintenance, go for the 355. If you want things slightly more modern and reliable, 360. And even more so? 430.
I absolutely agree with you regarding the 430. I have one. An 07 F1 Spider. Modern enough, but still organic. I didn’t want a 458 because it is overly computerized, almost feeling like an arcade game, and the 355, although stunning, is a maintenance nightmare. Also, the interior is lacking, comparatively speaking. The 430 , for me, really hits the sweet spot. Two issues to contend with; 1) I live on Vancouver Island, and there are no certified Ferrari technicians. 2) my 430 is dark grey in colour, so not too flashy, however, some people look at me in a negative light. Conversely, I also have a Porsche 993, and virtually every time I drive it, people have their cameras out, and give me the thumbs up. 19:52
For the record, an engine out service once every 7 years is perfectly fine. Truth be told, the belts will last years longer but 7 years is good insurance.
@@patrickliddle7286 No. These are the same basic belts used by BMW, Honda/Acura, Audi etc and I know in the Acura world guys who routinely go 9 years and over 60,000 miles......on the forum there are guys going longer and farther.
@@remingtonsteele3220 The belts are pretty conventional but IMO the thermal environment is not. A freshly parked F355 will turn your garage into a sauna for hours. They run HOT. To be fair, if you're going to lift the car every year for annual service, you can probably inspect the belts yearly too.
I have a 348TS with a Tubi exhaust and it’s the best driving (deafening) experience of all time. Can’t believe I own it honestly. The 348 steering is heavy until you’re moving, and then has that typical Ferrari lightness with lovely feel. It also smells incredible, transports me back to being in a workshop with my dad every time I sit in it. Honestly these things are magic, delicate, dramatic, small, complete timewarp. Wouldnt swap it for anything
❤ My dream car! Fall 2008... 355's were all over ebay for $36k CANADIAN!!! I had just bought a brand new Toyota RAV4 for the same price in August, and was like, "I could have bought my dream car instead!" I'd still take a 355 GTS over any currently made exotic sports car. That 5 valve per cylinder v8 + proper manual gearbox = bliss! Loved seeing you guys drive this all over my usual cruising roads... a glimpse at an alternate timeline that could have been. 😁🥰
It must be a real treat living in that area where they do a lot of these car reviews. "Oh boy! what are they driving today" , running to the window to press your face up to the glass in sheer excitement.
There are NO automotive journalists out there that possess the skill you two have, to capture the sheer pleasure of driving and and are able deliver it in a way that truly makes one feel… giddy 🫠 Keep the amazing content coming guys! Much love from India 🇮🇳
Meh the market is crashing, there will be a few "floaters," and some of them deserve it because they are built from an era with more passion. This might be one of them.
For those that dreamed about this car when they were in high school in the 90s, and now in their 40s, this is the bomb. This is the ultimate Ferrari and sports car. Anytime u see it in real life in the street is like seeing the GOAT of cars even back in those days. The same aura as a McLaren F1. Thanks for reviewing it but I sense u by guys struggle abit to understand the magnitude of the F355 legend.
My brother owned one just like this one. 1995 (build date Nov. '94) model, Berlinetta, red over black, six-speed gated manual, the euro-spec clear front blinker lenses, no Challenge grill in the back like some people do, etc. But he had a full Tubi exhaust, which this one doesn't sound like it has. He had the buttons/switches and dash vents redone to get rid of whatever the OEM sticky finish was. You guys have done an EXCELLENT job describing the driving experience. Spot on.
The power of the 355 isn't the actual horsepower but the theatre of it all! I'm in the lunch room eating and I've had a couple of people pop their heads in to ask if I'm watching old F1. This car is drama on wheels. I'm lucky enough to have driven one and hearing these noises and knowing the sensation that James' is feeling brings me right back!! Great job TH!
The scream at the top end of the rpm's is so perfect, not that i will ever drive one (probably) i miss the mechanicality of the classic - modern classic supercars
Guys... Thank you so much! I find it hard to express how much I love your videos. Heart full thank you from my little house in Denmark. Your humor and production value is so good, and have been for long. The "it's more than you can afford pal" was just one of the small things that makes your videos next level.
Every single video is better than the last. The presenting, the editing, the videography, the script, every part of the content is improved every time. Kaizen has to be one of your company values. Bravo guys.
Na, they've definitely eased up with that shite. They revoked the ban on Chris Harris for calling them out for handin out tuned up n dialled-in cars for press reviews while standard cars were less performing. They had him banned for over half a decade n even went on to warn dealers n high profile owners against loaning him one. They turned all of that around by handing him the 458 Speciale to pit it head to head against the 991 GT3 RS (something they mostly are against doin), the F12 TDF, the LaFerrari n the FXXK. They understand that their old stubborn ways ain't good for business.
That sound…from 7-8500 rpm…that styling…god…I’ve wanted one of these since i was a child. I played a f355 challenge arcade game as a kid and fell in love. I want the car and the game as soon as life allows it. Issues and all I don’t care I have to have one
Imagine being the owner of the car that Throttle House makes such a video about. I would fall in love again with the car and stop the sale: "you know what, I'm keeping it!"
I’ve never had the pleasure of really hearing a gated shifter before. Lyrical. Also, enjoyed the description of shifting like holding a wine glass. Brilliant. Something’s been lost with putting automatics in cars that are begging to be driven.
The GMC Syclone bested the 348 during the Motor Trend testing in 1991, that was also a significant influence for Ferrari to go back to the drawing board.
I think you meant Car and Driver. It was the September 1991 Cover Story and probably their most infamous issue. I hate being "that guy" but I couldn't help myself lol.
Funny how impactful that was, now you have a cybertruck stomping on today's sports cars in drag races. The bottom line - nobody wants to be driving a Syclone vs a 348. The 348 is far better experience. Just about everything pre-2020 is going to seem slow. So now if you look at a more modern "classic" it's about having a manual transmission, something that sounds good, feels quick-ish but not criminally fast - in my opinion the 348's, 355's, and 360's are the best options for that.
F355 will go down in history as the absolute sweet spot in the V8 lineup. The 355 engine might be one of the most special ever put into a street Ferrari aside from F50. It along with F50 still remains the only 5 valve, titanium rods, titanium valves, nikasil coated cylinder engines outside of Formula One of the time. The level of special is very very high and the small service fees definitely worth what you get from that engine.
If I ever win the lottery a 355 GTS Right hand drive (I'm in the UK) has been right up there for years. GTS Targa roof off, a nice exhaust note drive would be amazing in one of these.
As a valet parker in Newport Beach I got to drive one when they first came out and was amazed at how simple and user-friendly it was. The NSX was the only other car of the era that matched performance with easy-to-drive qualities. Love it!
The styling is SO GOOD. The 308/328 was such a sexy, light design, I feel like the 355 looks like that same design if it went to the gym and then showed up in a tight fit t-shirt. Still sexy but it's as if the shirt couldn't hold any more, it's full. They have real presence in person, and I agree, it's the first "modern" Ferrari. Nice.
I purchased a 1995 355 with gated manual in red on tan about 6 months ago and this review is spot on. Fantastic job. Crazy how much they are worth now, but totally worth the price of admission. I have a GT4RS and its hard to determine which sounds better, but i think this takes the cake.
The first Ferrari I drove was a 355 F1 back in 1999. A few years later, had a F355 Spider (manual) as a company car in 2005. These are just wonderful to drive, and look far better than modern Ferrari models!
This one is aging so well, i actually think it looks better today than back in the day when it was new! I actually never liked it as a teenager but now 20 years later i love it! One of the most beautiful Ferrari ever actually.
Such a beautiful car. Timeless to people of my generation (I’m 40). The 355 had electronically controlled damper controls in the late 90s!! Not to mention redlining at 8500 again in the late 90s!! And that gated shifter… the clinks when shifting gears!!!
You guys are the amongst the top 3 quality car review channels. Keep up the good work! Lot of normie youtube videos are coming out on every car release lately without any substance. Don’t do that, continue with this good work! Hope your team grows!!! ❤
Asides from the engine-out service that you should do every 3-5 years, depending on how many miles you drive it, repairs can be a pain. The problem is that when parts need to be replaced, good luck finding them. You'll have to buy used ones and hope that they're not also defective. If you're willing to put all that aside, this is one of the most glorious classic Ferraris to drive, especially with a gated shifter and a Capristo exhaust with high-flow cats. The looks, the sound, the shifting, even the leather all make you feel like you're in something really special. Thanks for the great review!
Great restomod option! The only real cons are the additional cost of the engine out maintenance and the need for a roll cage, bucket seats, safety harness and fire extinguisher to make it safer.
I really don't know how all the manufacturers are completely missing the point that their older cars designed for drivers are skyrocketing in value. Car people want a car to drive, they aren't interested in automatic transmissions or television screens.
The intro was indeed quite funny I agree with the other comments but what i’m not seeing enough of is appreciation to the whole throttle house team on how good they shoot and edit these videos. I feel like I’m in person experiencing the car with them the way they edit all of the shots in, from the back so we can hear the exhaust, the climbing rpms on the gauge, Thomas pushing the clutch in and grabbing another gear, it’s all extremely well shot and made. I never fully realized it until this video since I’ve been watching a lot of extra throttle house non sports car reviews from them recently, but this video is extremely well made. Thomas and James’ reactions to the car and driving experience really put it all over the top and you can tell when they are genuinely enjoying a really special car. Great video as always and can’t believe I’ve been watching you guys this long and just now understood all of the other hard work going on behind the scenes to give us the realest experience and review of a car without ever seeing it in person. Thanks again guys and keep it up I love watching all of the videos
This has been my dream car for a long time. The looks, the engine sound, & fun-to-drive factor make it a very desirable Ferrari to own. I've been hearing that you need to have a deep pocket to keep this car running...this is beyond the reach for a common man.
Great video of the gorgeous F355. Your "radio", I think, is too modern, not original. Engine: You have not to rev the F355 out to 8500 - even in the "mid-ranges" of 5000 to 7000 it sounds great and has enough power. Especially when the engine is warm or hot, the best sound is in deep low revs; than the engine really shakes the whole car... And don't forget: if you drive YOUR OWN F355, you will hardly always push him to his limits... Fine, you have a 2.7 motronic with two air-intakes; has probably a bit more power than the models from 1996 on. Shifting: The "clicks" sound great, but don't forget, they are the consequence of a raw and not a careful shifting. Very good: You mention, the F355 "dances" - that's pure reality. It is a little bit like older Porsche 911: heavy rear and light front. The steering too easy? That effortless fits to the character of the F355 - I like it. Service: "Engine out" is expensive - no question. But don't forget also modern Ferraris have their expensive quirks. 5000 euro and more average per year (maintenance, repair, insurance, tax, ) - that's (in germany) the reality of long time owning a classic Ferrari. I had my F355 GTS (95 2.7 rosso corsa, crema nero) now for 14 years. It will be the most beautiful and exciting car of my life - and that's worth the money I had to spend...
The engine out is blown way out of proportion. It comes out quite quickly in one big assembly together with the whole rear sub-frame, suspension, etc. It was made to come out easy it just looks dramatic with the car cut in half but when you commit to the process it is not a big deal.
The old guy that works on my Fiat 124 had a 355 in for a belt service when I picked my car up. Asked him how much it was going to be. Over $5k. My total bill for a brake system rebuild, fuel injection rail replacement, head gasket replacement, alignment, and a handful of electrical gremlins: $2k. And this was an independent Italian specialist mechanic. Can’t imagine what a dealer would be.
At the actual price of a service like that for this Ferrari if you are not laughing you definitely will be crying. A gated manual really brings this car to life. I really hope more super car manufactures start to embrace their manual roots and start making manuals again. Until that happens, Porsche, BMW, Lotus, Ford, Toyota, Mazda, Honda and Acura got you covered. Bravo to Pagani with the Utopia and De Tomaso with the P72 for showing it is possible with high horsepower cars.
I knew in 1999 playing Need for Speed II that these cars were special. I knew in 2010 when they were $75k that they were extremely undervalued, today I believe they are more special than ever before and are still the best modern Ferrari ever made.
I'm a blue collar guy. Almost bought one of these in 2008. Then I saw the maintenance costs and ran off. But it was like 56k. I could afford to buy. But ownership was too deep for my pockets.
Yes, the 355 is a classic Ferrari. It's a total shame the upkeep is so crippling. They were coming down nicely in price due to the nightmare maintenance cost.. but of course now that everyone is searching for manual vehicles, this has shot back up in price. There are a number of things I would change to make it look a little more appealing but again, that's personal taste. I still think the bargain to get would be the F430 in manual. Hopefully the world keeps ignoring this model so prices start to drop to more reasonable levels.. 🙂
unfortunately, I don't think any manual sports car from a legacy brand will ever go down in price; in an automatic EV future, these cars will go only up.
The difference is in the 1995 (first year) cars and all the others. You can tell because they have 2 MAF sensors. Those are indeed OBD1 cars and are considered the best and fastest versions. It is not so much a European and Rest of World (ROW) thing.
The '95 US cars have the motronic 2.7 as well, with 2 mafs and the extra power. The only difference row cars had was slightly lighter bumpers and doors, and no airbags, maybe 100lbs lighter total, if that. Not a big difference. They all went to motronic 5.2 (single maf, obd2) and airbags in '96.
I'm not particularly a Ferrari guy, and I'd probably never buy one, even if I could afford one. But I'm totally in love with the sound they make. It's absolutely glorious.
Not that I'll ever have a hope in hell of owning one, but this is the ONLY Ferrari I would own in an alternate universe in which it was an option. There's a black one in my town, and it's just heartbreakingly gorgeous from ANY angle, sounds perfect, and I think it might possibly not be fast enough that I couldn't enjoy it pretty thoroughly on the street. I mean, maybe one of the old front-engine GT cars, but that's just TOO alternate a universe to even think about, haha!
Great intro! And for all the people that don't seem to get it, why are you watching a channel that opens most videos, with a joke!?! I was very proud when my engine came out. Like the saying goes: As long as it's healthy...
I’ve always loved the way these look. I loved the early Ferraris, 308, 328, 348, but these seem like the ultimate expression of that style. They just look perfect. Too bad they have that insanely expensive maintenance.
guys now that you've driven the gated 355. Go test drive a gated 360 modena with a nice exhaust. Better chasiss, better handling, better steering, smoother gearbox and clutch, more power, better brakes, more reliable and no engine out service (belts done through a trap in the cabin). I'ts 10 times better than the 355. The 355 was always better considered just based on its looks. But with time, the modena is starting to get up there for many people!
I owned one for a good while. 355s were seen as great until about 2005 when literally everything went to shit on them. Valve guides, headers, shock actuators, shocks, cylinder liners, pistons. Absolute money pits to get them straightened out, and then you STILL have the engine out major every 3-5 years at $10k a whack. Money pit
Bought a new F355 Spider in 1996 - gated 6. First 3 years fine, after warranty not so much. 3 cracked exhaust manifolds, $9K-$11K every 5 years belts, $6K clutch, ridiculous repair cost. Sticky knobs, stretched leather on airbag. You get to the point of diminishing return. If you want to buy one get a good PPI. Valve guides known issue and is about $20K - mine was replaced during warranty.
That intro. Just as I was gonna cringe, in comes the whole point behind the plot. You boys killed me with that joke 🤣☠️ The car, though...There are a million reasons I can name to explain why this was THE Ferrari of the 90's, and why it still slaps to this day. But a million is too many. The F355 shall speak for itself. 💯
Being a Porsche owner, I have never really wanted a Ferrari. nor could ever afford this one. This, however, is a beautiful car that sounds amazing. IMO Ferrari red is the best red of any car. The tach and gauges though are so plain--had to find something to complain about. One strake...
I remember being in university years ago and seeing the prices of F355s being $60k and 996 Turbos being $40k and thinking "when I graduate and have money, these cars will be even more affordable for me." Now that I have graduated and have money, I can't afford these cars nor a home.
I remember doing the same thing 😵
so then what do you exactly mean when you say you have money?
@@justinhur9468 enough to buy two F355s at current prices :)
Yeah I saw them for $45-$60k back in 2008/2009.
Thank a person age 50+ near you for the lifelong dream of owning a home - just the dream though!
I’ll never forget the day I was driving down an Austrian mountain pass in 1997 when a 355 came around a corner going up in full drift, smoke peeling off the tires and a smile on the drivers face that sticks with me to this day.
Not all heroes wear capes
Epic
That intro was pretty gay
Brother,u r long way from home, in this town .U can't make jokes like that
@pradhyudh nah. Totally valid joke.
@@pradhyudh go get offended somewhere else
@@thomasharris5151you’re joking right😂 that joke was good. It’s not a woke joke
@@thomasharris5151 you do realize what a joke is right?
If you want to avoid the engine out for MOST things, get a 360. If you want to avoid it altogether, get a 430. I went with the 430 not just because it was the Ferrari V8 that came out when I got my license so it was a “poster car” for me, but also because you can pretty easily work on it yourself… which saves you a metric fuckton of money. You can also do a manual swap yourself for $10k if you want a gated manual without paying the premium for the stock ones. But a lot of the feeling of the 355 is still present in the 430… the interior is “far away” and spacious, it all feels light and delicate, it “dances” on the road… If you don’t mind the engine out maintenance, go for the 355. If you want things slightly more modern and reliable, 360. And even more so? 430.
I got a Civic to avoid all that
@@CTR_Dansaved a metric fuckton of money too.
I absolutely agree with you regarding the 430. I have one. An 07 F1 Spider. Modern enough, but still organic.
I didn’t want a 458 because it is overly computerized, almost feeling like an arcade game, and the 355, although stunning, is a maintenance nightmare. Also, the interior is lacking, comparatively speaking.
The 430 , for me, really hits the sweet spot.
Two issues to contend with;
1) I live on Vancouver Island, and there are no certified Ferrari technicians. 2) my 430 is dark grey in colour, so not too flashy, however, some people look at me in a negative light. Conversely, I also have a Porsche 993, and virtually every time I drive it, people have their cameras out, and give me the thumbs up.
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But the maintenance costs are also high with a 430 or not? Per year for example @@KenSelyan
how DIY-friendly is the engine out service for the 355?
THE ENGINE CAME OUT 😂😂😂
😂
... and is married to a GATEd trans
But did it pull out?
😂
🤣
This silver radio is a crime. Straight to jail.
I couldn't stop staring at it. Ruined the interior look
Came here to say this
Disgusting 🫣
That “more than you can afford pal” mashup was gold
have had mine for 22 years now, still as satisfying driving my gated '97 GTB as the first day
These guys just do it better than anyone else on here
These guys and AutoLab Media are my two favorite car channels
And like no sponsor ship ad placements. Just pure content ❤
Agreed
Yes, if they only stop that gay pride shit!!
Facts. Best since top gear
For the record, an engine out service once every 7 years is perfectly fine. Truth be told, the belts will last years longer but 7 years is good insurance.
provided you don't drive more than 50,000 km in 7 years - right??
@@patrickliddle7286 No. These are the same basic belts used by BMW, Honda/Acura, Audi etc and I know in the Acura world guys who routinely go 9 years and over 60,000 miles......on the forum there are guys going longer and farther.
@@remingtonsteele3220 The belts are pretty conventional but IMO the thermal environment is not. A freshly parked F355 will turn your garage into a sauna for hours. They run HOT. To be fair, if you're going to lift the car every year for annual service, you can probably inspect the belts yearly too.
I have a 348TS with a Tubi exhaust and it’s the best driving (deafening) experience of all time. Can’t believe I own it honestly. The 348 steering is heavy until you’re moving, and then has that typical Ferrari lightness with lovely feel. It also smells incredible, transports me back to being in a workshop with my dad every time I sit in it. Honestly these things are magic, delicate, dramatic, small, complete timewarp. Wouldnt swap it for anything
That’s bad ass, man! I can only imagine (for now haha). Congratulations 👍🏼👍🏼
You’re a lucky man. Enjoy!
#realcarguy
I can imagine ! Enjoy the 348 ❤
Don’t forget the 348 is faster than the Corvette.
Can change the clutch without removing the engine.
And it’s lighter than the 355 and revs to 7700rpm
❤ My dream car! Fall 2008... 355's were all over ebay for $36k CANADIAN!!! I had just bought a brand new Toyota RAV4 for the same price in August, and was like, "I could have bought my dream car instead!" I'd still take a 355 GTS over any currently made exotic sports car. That 5 valve per cylinder v8 + proper manual gearbox = bliss!
Loved seeing you guys drive this all over my usual cruising roads... a glimpse at an alternate timeline that could have been. 😁🥰
“Headlight change…?” James: “Engine out!” 😂
Believe it or not...engine out
Tyre change?
Engine out
Washer fluid?
Engine out.
Add air to tires? Lets take the engine out to be sure.
It must be a real treat living in that area where they do a lot of these car reviews. "Oh boy! what are they driving today" , running to the window to press your face up to the glass in sheer excitement.
Could've waited 1 more day to make the joke even better
Not necessary
l0000000000000000000000000000l interesting how the gays made june their month while juneteeth attempted to take them out
@@pkwithmeplease They should have have it on the same month as Ramadan
@@pkwithmeplease Juneteenth was there long before
@@thevinceberry are you also racist? I was expecting homophobia but jeez lol, forgot you lot were real
There are NO automotive journalists out there that possess the skill you two have, to capture the sheer pleasure of driving and and are able deliver it in a way that truly makes one feel… giddy 🫠
Keep the amazing content coming guys!
Much love from India 🇮🇳
You guys just bumped these cars back up another 25%
Right?! 🤕
Meh the market is crashing, there will be a few "floaters," and some of them deserve it because they are built from an era with more passion. This might be one of them.
I need a yellow one... But just not worth the current asking price...
Another one of my childhood dream cars pushed even farther out of my reach… thanks TH! 😂
Except for the fact that no one wants the ferrari ownership experience.. don't forget that part, especially on an older model......
For those that dreamed about this car when they were in high school in the 90s, and now in their 40s, this is the bomb. This is the ultimate Ferrari and sports car. Anytime u see it in real life in the street is like seeing the GOAT of cars even back in those days. The same aura as a McLaren F1. Thanks for reviewing it but I sense u by guys struggle abit to understand the magnitude of the F355 legend.
My brother owned one just like this one. 1995 (build date Nov. '94) model, Berlinetta, red over black, six-speed gated manual, the euro-spec clear front blinker lenses, no Challenge grill in the back like some people do, etc. But he had a full Tubi exhaust, which this one doesn't sound like it has. He had the buttons/switches and dash vents redone to get rid of whatever the OEM sticky finish was.
You guys have done an EXCELLENT job describing the driving experience. Spot on.
The power of the 355 isn't the actual horsepower but the theatre of it all! I'm in the lunch room eating and I've had a couple of people pop their heads in to ask if I'm watching old F1. This car is drama on wheels. I'm lucky enough to have driven one and hearing these noises and knowing the sensation that James' is feeling brings me right back!! Great job TH!
the F355 in yellow is just pure
Midnight blue!!
Agreed
It’s not “yellow,” it’s “giallo” you heathen.
Hearing a f355 screaming in person is something that not even the best engines today can replicate. The chefs kiss.
The scream at the top end of the rpm's is so perfect, not that i will ever drive one (probably) i miss the mechanicality of the classic - modern classic supercars
Guys... Thank you so much! I find it hard to express how much I love your videos. Heart full thank you from my little house in Denmark.
Your humor and production value is so good, and have been for long. The "it's more than you can afford pal" was just one of the small things that makes your videos next level.
Every single video is better than the last. The presenting, the editing, the videography, the script, every part of the content is improved every time. Kaizen has to be one of your company values. Bravo guys.
A manual F355 is peak Ferrari for me. Just wonderful. I've owned one for the last 16 years. I can't be without it.
Ferrari Might actually hand you a cease & desist order for that intro.
Nah, they're all in on gay, banners and race car decals for pride month and everything.
Or maybe never be allowed to test a new Ferrari again…I thought they killed their relationship when they reviewed other Ferraris but what do i know
Na, they've definitely eased up with that shite. They revoked the ban on Chris Harris for calling them out for handin out tuned up n dialled-in cars for press reviews while standard cars were less performing. They had him banned for over half a decade n even went on to warn dealers n high profile owners against loaning him one. They turned all of that around by handing him the 458 Speciale to pit it head to head against the 991 GT3 RS (something they mostly are against doin), the F12 TDF, the LaFerrari n the FXXK. They understand that their old stubborn ways ain't good for business.
brother they signed lewis hamilton who's like pretty huge on queer rights. i don't think they care.
I am pretty sure the guys from the Straight Pipes are still laughing at the intro
That sound…from 7-8500 rpm…that styling…god…I’ve wanted one of these since i was a child. I played a f355 challenge arcade game as a kid and fell in love. I want the car and the game as soon as life allows it. Issues and all I don’t care
I have to have one
8:51 how he says 5-6, then 6.30.. Got me there. Hilarious!
Imagine being the owner of the car that Throttle House makes such a video about. I would fall in love again with the car and stop the sale: "you know what, I'm keeping it!"
I’m tempted to! Lol
This car will forever remain the most desirable Ferrari in my eyes. What a magnificent design ! 🤤
I’ve never had the pleasure of really hearing a gated shifter before. Lyrical. Also, enjoyed the description of shifting like holding a wine glass. Brilliant. Something’s been lost with putting automatics in cars that are begging to be driven.
That GTI Rabbit gave some good memories of the road trip video! You guys need to do more Road trips!!!
Start a go fund me
The GMC Syclone bested the 348 during the Motor Trend testing in 1991, that was also a significant influence for Ferrari to go back to the drawing board.
I think you meant Car and Driver. It was the September 1991 Cover Story and probably their most infamous issue. I hate being "that guy" but I couldn't help myself lol.
Funny how impactful that was, now you have a cybertruck stomping on today's sports cars in drag races. The bottom line - nobody wants to be driving a Syclone vs a 348. The 348 is far better experience. Just about everything pre-2020 is going to seem slow. So now if you look at a more modern "classic" it's about having a manual transmission, something that sounds good, feels quick-ish but not criminally fast - in my opinion the 348's, 355's, and 360's are the best options for that.
0:21 James delivers on that note omg. How dare he be that incredible. Harrison add this to the official throttle house soundtrack coming soon
oh no! It almost woke my girls up today morning! 😅
@@4g5y. That’s his Kelly Clarkson like vocals. For ya him and Thomas they crush the vocals. You can tell they sing in the car.
F355 will go down in history as the absolute sweet spot in the V8 lineup. The 355 engine might be one of the most special ever put into a street Ferrari aside from F50. It along with F50 still remains the only 5 valve, titanium rods, titanium valves, nikasil coated cylinder engines outside of Formula One of the time. The level of special is very very high and the small service fees definitely worth what you get from that engine.
If I ever win the lottery a 355 GTS Right hand drive (I'm in the UK) has been right up there for years. GTS Targa roof off, a nice exhaust note drive would be amazing in one of these.
Yup yellow, black or blue Berlinetta or GTS for me ❤
As a valet parker in Newport Beach I got to drive one when they first came out and was amazed at how simple and user-friendly it was. The NSX was the only other car of the era that matched performance with easy-to-drive qualities. Love it!
When he does the end piece voiceovers, Thomas is a really polished broadcaster.
Can we just take a minute and give some respect to the camerawork of this video. Just amazing.
The styling is SO GOOD. The 308/328 was such a sexy, light design, I feel like the 355 looks like that same design if it went to the gym and then showed up in a tight fit t-shirt. Still sexy but it's as if the shirt couldn't hold any more, it's full. They have real presence in person, and I agree, it's the first "modern" Ferrari. Nice.
I purchased a 1995 355 with gated manual in red on tan about 6 months ago and this review is spot on. Fantastic job. Crazy how much they are worth now, but totally worth the price of admission. I have a GT4RS and its hard to determine which sounds better, but i think this takes the cake.
This is one of the coolest Ferrari they ever made
It depends on personal taste. Testarossa, 288, F40, F50, Enzo, 360, 430 and others are also cool
The first Ferrari I drove was a 355 F1 back in 1999. A few years later, had a F355 Spider (manual) as a company car in 2005. These are just wonderful to drive, and look far better than modern Ferrari models!
Good lord that sound is magnificent.
Sounds better than ice spice
@@jaughnekowwtf is that? Sounds like a gay latte
@@deeem2628 you do not wanna know who that is lol
Really I think the mufflers need to go bye bye
Kinda sounds like a glorified 4 banger
This one is aging so well, i actually think it looks better today than back in the day when it was new! I actually never liked it as a teenager but now 20 years later i love it! One of the most beautiful Ferrari ever actually.
*ferrari F50 rolls into the chat*
I guess it's like a boat. Always better when a friend owns one ;)
Exactly!
Until you hear it in person you just won't understand. Best sounding car ever.
This is the only Ferrari I'd ever want to own. The looks are astonishing.
Such a beautiful car. Timeless to people of my generation (I’m 40). The 355 had electronically controlled damper controls in the late 90s!! Not to mention redlining at 8500 again in the late 90s!! And that gated shifter… the clinks when shifting gears!!!
You guys are the amongst the top 3 quality car review channels. Keep up the good work!
Lot of normie youtube videos are coming out on every car release lately without any substance. Don’t do that, continue with this good work! Hope your team grows!!! ❤
Wouldn’t say I’m a Ferrari fan, but the F355 is a stunning piece of design.
Why does Thomas point so aggressively at "You're watching Throttle House." 😭
Ok ill watch just don't hurt me 😭
It's like Samuel L Jackson telling us, "YOU motherfuckers are watching THROTTLE HOUSE."
It's the perfect counterpoint to the goofy shit eating grin James does every time.
The cooler sounding the car, the more intense the point. Science.
He's pointing at you, Larry!
Asides from the engine-out service that you should do every 3-5 years, depending on how many miles you drive it, repairs can be a pain. The problem is that when parts need to be replaced, good luck finding them. You'll have to buy used ones and hope that they're not also defective. If you're willing to put all that aside, this is one of the most glorious classic Ferraris to drive, especially with a gated shifter and a Capristo exhaust with high-flow cats. The looks, the sound, the shifting, even the leather all make you feel like you're in something really special. Thanks for the great review!
Everytime a straight pipes review pops up it’s a quick reminder of how much better you guys are at what you do.
Oof. You didn't have to do 'em like that. I mean, I agree. But still...
Great restomod option!
The only real cons are the additional cost of the engine out maintenance and the need for a roll cage, bucket seats, safety harness and fire extinguisher to make it safer.
I really don't know how all the manufacturers are completely missing the point that their older cars designed for drivers are skyrocketing in value. Car people want a car to drive, they aren't interested in automatic transmissions or television screens.
Aerodynamics, evolution, safety regs.
Fuel economy/hybridization.
List goes on.
They do understand, thats why companies like porsche and aston release bare bones manual cars and charge extra
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Most manufacturers don't even offer them. The remaining manual Porsches are less than the PDK versions of the same car.
Gotta appreciate the cinematography of these so much… prolly the only channel that captures the feel of the drive.
Best intro 😂 “what’re we celebrating for?“
“I dunno!”
Thank you gents for an awesome birthday present! Proly my fave episode everest!
Now that is a proper V8 noise with some octaves! Bellissima!
Probably my favorite looking mid engined car of all time.
The intro was indeed quite funny I agree with the other comments but what i’m not seeing enough of is appreciation to the whole throttle house team on how good they shoot and edit these videos. I feel like I’m in person experiencing the car with them the way they edit all of the shots in, from the back so we can hear the exhaust, the climbing rpms on the gauge, Thomas pushing the clutch in and grabbing another gear, it’s all extremely well shot and made. I never fully realized it until this video since I’ve been watching a lot of extra throttle house non sports car reviews from them recently, but this video is extremely well made. Thomas and James’ reactions to the car and driving experience really put it all over the top and you can tell when they are genuinely enjoying a really special car. Great video as always and can’t believe I’ve been watching you guys this long and just now understood all of the other hard work going on behind the scenes to give us the realest experience and review of a car without ever seeing it in person. Thanks again guys and keep it up I love watching all of the videos
This has been my dream car for a long time. The looks, the engine sound, & fun-to-drive factor make it a very desirable Ferrari to own. I've been hearing that you need to have a deep pocket to keep this car running...this is beyond the reach for a common man.
James was smiling the whole drive! Says it all
Great video of the gorgeous F355. Your "radio", I think, is too modern, not original. Engine: You have not to rev the F355 out to 8500 - even in the "mid-ranges" of 5000 to 7000 it sounds great and has enough power. Especially when the engine is warm or hot, the best sound is in deep low revs; than the engine really shakes the whole car... And don't forget: if you drive YOUR OWN F355, you will hardly always push him to his limits... Fine, you have a 2.7 motronic with two air-intakes; has probably a bit more power than the models from 1996 on. Shifting: The "clicks" sound great, but don't forget, they are the consequence of a raw and not a careful shifting. Very good: You mention, the F355 "dances" - that's pure reality. It is a little bit like older Porsche 911: heavy rear and light front. The steering too easy? That effortless fits to the character of the F355 - I like it. Service: "Engine out" is expensive - no question. But don't forget also modern Ferraris have their expensive quirks. 5000 euro and more average per year (maintenance, repair, insurance, tax, ) - that's (in germany) the reality of long time owning a classic Ferrari. I had my F355 GTS (95 2.7 rosso corsa, crema nero) now for 14 years. It will be the most beautiful and exciting car of my life - and that's worth the money I had to spend...
The engine out is blown way out of proportion. It comes out quite quickly in one big assembly together with the whole rear sub-frame, suspension, etc. It was made to come out easy it just looks dramatic with the car cut in half but when you commit to the process it is not a big deal.
The old guy that works on my Fiat 124 had a 355 in for a belt service when I picked my car up. Asked him how much it was going to be. Over $5k. My total bill for a brake system rebuild, fuel injection rail replacement, head gasket replacement, alignment, and a handful of electrical gremlins: $2k.
And this was an independent Italian specialist mechanic. Can’t imagine what a dealer would be.
Best start to a Ferrari video Ever!
Snowflake
That centre-mounted prancing horse on the rear is straight fire
every episode that comes out i think "surely they cant out do this intro" and every video im proved wrong, hilarious intro 😂😂
At the actual price of a service like that for this Ferrari if you are not laughing you definitely will be crying. A gated manual really brings this car to life. I really hope more super car manufactures start to embrace their manual roots and start making manuals again. Until that happens, Porsche, BMW, Lotus, Ford, Toyota, Mazda, Honda and Acura got you covered. Bravo to Pagani with the Utopia and De Tomaso with the P72 for showing it is possible with high horsepower cars.
I saw the punchline of the intro coming from miles away, and it still made me snort 🤣
I knew in 1999 playing Need for Speed II that these cars were special. I knew in 2010 when they were $75k that they were extremely undervalued, today I believe they are more special than ever before and are still the best modern Ferrari ever made.
WHO COMES UP WITH THESE ENDLESSLY ENTERTAINING INTROS? IS THERE NO END? HOW?
I'm a blue collar guy. Almost bought one of these in 2008. Then I saw the maintenance costs and ran off. But it was like 56k. I could afford to buy. But ownership was too deep for my pockets.
Yes, the 355 is a classic Ferrari. It's a total shame the upkeep is so crippling. They were coming down nicely in price due to the nightmare maintenance cost.. but of course now that everyone is searching for manual vehicles, this has shot back up in price. There are a number of things I would change to make it look a little more appealing but again, that's personal taste.
I still think the bargain to get would be the F430 in manual. Hopefully the world keeps ignoring this model so prices start to drop to more reasonable levels.. 🙂
And the 430 isn’t a nightmare to maintain.
Yep F430 also doesn't need engine out service 👍
unfortunately, I don't think any manual sports car from a legacy brand will ever go down in price; in an automatic EV future, these cars will go only up.
@@franciscodanconia4324 well, let’s not get ahead of ourselves. It’s a tiny bit friendlier to service. Still difficult. 😉
@@jdsk8914 true, but it’s still a little tricky to service. Provided you’re doing the service yourself and not paying for someone to do it.
Yellow is the best color for this car... chef's kiss perfection. This and the F40 are the only two Ferrari's I actually want.
A curiosity, the 355 Europeans made in the first year, have more hp and less weight! They are much faster than the following ones! Love the 355
I dont know but could it be going from OBD1 to OBD2?
The difference is in the 1995 (first year) cars and all the others. You can tell because they have 2 MAF sensors. Those are indeed OBD1 cars and are considered the best and fastest versions. It is not so much a European and Rest of World (ROW) thing.
The '95 US cars have the motronic 2.7 as well, with 2 mafs and the extra power. The only difference row cars had was slightly lighter bumpers and doors, and no airbags, maybe 100lbs lighter total, if that. Not a big difference. They all went to motronic 5.2 (single maf, obd2) and airbags in '96.
I'm not particularly a Ferrari guy, and I'd probably never buy one, even if I could afford one. But I'm totally in love with the sound they make. It's absolutely glorious.
Okay, that intro joke was pretty funny 😆
Not that I'll ever have a hope in hell of owning one, but this is the ONLY Ferrari I would own in an alternate universe in which it was an option. There's a black one in my town, and it's just heartbreakingly gorgeous from ANY angle, sounds perfect, and I think it might possibly not be fast enough that I couldn't enjoy it pretty thoroughly on the street.
I mean, maybe one of the old front-engine GT cars, but that's just TOO alternate a universe to even think about, haha!
Great intro! And for all the people that don't seem to get it, why are you watching a channel that opens most videos, with a joke!?! I was very proud when my engine came out. Like the saying goes: As long as it's healthy...
I’ve always loved the way these look. I loved the early Ferraris, 308, 328, 348, but these seem like the ultimate expression of that style. They just look perfect. Too bad they have that insanely expensive maintenance.
Probably going to step out in an unpopular limb, but I've always liked the 360.
The 360 is awesome. Much better car than the 355 but most people feel the 355 is prettier
@facetiousmonkey5322 maybe just because the 360 dropped when I was getting my license or something, but I like the 360's looks as well.
Yeah the 360 was the first "modern" Ferrari
I always thought the 360 looked kinda beady eyed since they went away from pop ups. The pop ups on 355 were smoother imo
Same.
guys now that you've driven the gated 355. Go test drive a gated 360 modena with a nice exhaust. Better chasiss, better handling, better steering, smoother gearbox and clutch, more power, better brakes, more reliable and no engine out service (belts done through a trap in the cabin). I'ts 10 times better than the 355. The 355 was always better considered just based on its looks. But with time, the modena is starting to get up there for many people!
Old is Gold 🔥🏎️
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Sounds Is Like familiar.
Oh yes I remember about xham**** 😂
As a guy who gets joy out of driving his f150, I totally get where these guys are coming from.
That intro was awesome!
This is the kind of content that people actually have interest in and care about
It needs a Tubi exhaust system.
Dang i miss my 355GTS.
I remember when you could get them for 50Ks
I owned one for a good while. 355s were seen as great until about 2005 when literally everything went to shit on them. Valve guides, headers, shock actuators, shocks, cylinder liners, pistons. Absolute money pits to get them straightened out, and then you STILL have the engine out major every 3-5 years at $10k a whack. Money pit
If you're spending $100k on a Ferrari you might as well throw in a few extra grand for a 2 post lift
Bought a new F355 Spider in 1996 - gated 6. First 3 years fine, after warranty not so much. 3 cracked exhaust manifolds, $9K-$11K every 5 years belts, $6K clutch, ridiculous repair cost. Sticky knobs, stretched leather on airbag. You get to the point of diminishing return. If you want to buy one get a good PPI. Valve guides known issue and is about $20K - mine was replaced during warranty.
That intro. Just as I was gonna cringe, in comes the whole point behind the plot. You boys killed me with that joke 🤣☠️
The car, though...There are a million reasons I can name to explain why this was THE Ferrari of the 90's, and why it still slaps to this day. But a million is too many. The F355 shall speak for itself. 💯
7 extra gold star points for the Jamiroquai reference. Honestly, not sure why these haven't crazy skyrocketed like 911s. Thanks for the vid guys.
How does a 19+ minute video come out two minutes ago and people already commenting on what's in the video?
Magic
@@allensaunders449 sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic ;)
Wanting to be the first to comment…and get their dopamine hit
ejaculatio praecox
Intellect, which you don't possess
Honestly the 355 has always been IMO one of the BEST looking Ferrari's. So much Late 80s design language but executed so brilliantly
Enzo would have been pissed if he saw that intro 😭😂🙏
Being a Porsche owner, I have never really wanted a Ferrari. nor could ever afford this one. This, however, is a beautiful car that sounds amazing. IMO Ferrari red is the best red of any car. The tach and gauges though are so plain--had to find something to complain about. One strake...
Great video guys, and loved the intro, but you better call the wah-mbulance - those cis het bro boys can’t take a joke. 😂