Spec on this car is absolutely ghastly. The car itself is phenomenal. In my humble opinion, this is the best, non-special edition, mid engine, Ferrari since the 430.
@@timmietz seriously man? 458 is one of best cars I have ever driven/owned (on track), alot says it might be one of best supercars ever, I will say maybe not 675LT was mind blowing experience for me driving it, 991.2 GT2RS is better.... However until today I struggled to find better driving Ferrari, owned F12, drove 488/SF90/Pista/F8/Roma/GTC4Lusso so nearly whole lineup tbh, 458 still tops it all imo, 296 only sat in one awaiting to drive it and I have high hopes for it, but 458 that steering + way chassis like to dance is just amazing, the sound though it have very good intake sound, I liked it overall but not my best car
You mean the color scheme of the 250LM that won Le Mans....the same 250LM that inspired the design of this car? 😂😂😂 You don't get it, do you? I wouldn't have this in any other color, except maybe yellow with blue.
But no one can be a history & technology teacher as good as Mr Metcalfe. In the days where people just rattle of a fact sheet and statistics, this fine gentleman cares to take the time to explain the history behind it all. Just makes the videos all the more special. Good on you sir. Thank you.
@@salvi1398 Amazing! It must be due to the 120-degree Vee angle (or a unique firing order)? (I don't think it sounds better than the NA V8, but it does sound very good.)
Wow , that is absolutely horrendous It’s hard to believe someone would vandalise a Ferrari like that 🤮 £14k for the stripe ! You would need to be utterly insane
Harry is an automotive journalist god. His contribution continues to give in RUclips and we thank you for that! I seriously don't think there has ever been a video fom him that was not enjoyable.
So glad Harry went straight into explaining that livery, because it's horrendous - especially on car this good looking! 14k+ OMG lol Thanks for another great review.
definitely think the blue wheels are the worst part...if they weren't blue it wouldnt feel so OTT. also they could have gone with a bit less of the blue on the nose and it would be able to pull it all off better...but in general baby blue and ferrari red aren't colors i would be quick to combine
Its 40k for this livery because the Fiorana kit also has to be ordered. It was hard to see past the odd colours but I think Harry is right about the shape being spot on. Well done Ferrari!
Totally agree. Kind of like Shmee’s Ford GT. Not a very good looking combo of colors, but once he explained the backstory, and his homage to the Alan Mann racing team’s Ford GT from the 60’s. The motorsport heritage made the spec a whole lot more attractive, and unique.
It seems this and the venerable 812 are the best current Ferraris. This is the first of the turbo/EV Ferraris that I like. The styling is good for once, not too fussily detailed, it has hints of the Dino (Ferrari’s most beautiful road car ever IMO) about it that I like as well. And the engine noise is fantastic! Better than any of Ferrari’s contemporary turbo V8s…and it’s a V6! The best sounding V6 I’ve heard since the Alfa’s of old. Well done Ferrari for adding character to a hybrid! When Ferrari and all other sports car manufacturers have to dump the combustion engine completely, will be a very sad day…the day all cars become drones. Great for a Rolls but not a Ferrari or Lambo.
A lovely car, but ruined by the absurdly OTT look and ridiculous spec...in a more subtle spec it is a true great. Brilliant video once again, Harry, you make my Sunday evenings. 😄👍🏻
Love the vids. No nonsense & beating around the bush. Very in depth as well! The proportions of this car is amazing. Makes me overlook the V6 that happens to sound amazing as well..
I own one of these in Nero with CF wheels (non-AF version), superb car, manages ballistically quick and compliant in a way that neither McLaren or Porsche can match (and I own a 991.2 GT3 RS and 720S).
Saving 40 grand has never been an easier decision (if I were fortunate enough ti be speccing this car). But what a car…at first I didn’t appreciate the looks; I thought there were too many retro styling cues. But, now knowing that those elements are also used to enhance the drive…it’s won me over. Great video as ever, thanks.
i agree...would have this over the SF90 all day...better looking more useable every day and also agree the V6 is sufficiently exotic and sounds amazing...definitely a return to ferrari's best form
You should go and drive one and discover all the ways in which is it far less of a special supercar than the SF90. I personally thing the numb steering feel, and in case of the non-AF cars, the atrociously poor throttle mapping.
Even though no amount of history will be enough to "save" this color specification, the 296 still looks as pretty as the best Ferraris of old. As an Italian, it feels great to see and hear that Ferrari is capable of building such world-beating cars these days, even if most people will never get to experience them. Thank you for the video, very enjoyable review as always!
less of the blue might have been in better balance. perhaps just the mouth opening (like on the race cars he showed) and the wheels but definitely less would have been more...
I'd love one of these in absolute base model spec.... No carbon, no frills, just a bog standard 296 in a tasteful colour on standard wheels. I'd imagine it would be a brilliant car.
Drove a 296 and was left astonished. Love the spec on this particular car barring perhaps the wheels. Fantastic engine and I agree, this over a F8 easily for me.
Glad you like it though to be honest I even enjoy the wheels. I wouldn't order this car in this spec as I have my own taste but I love how brave the car is and I really appreciate it. I likely won't be in a position to ever drive one but, if I did, my first color choices would be either viola hong kong or "green jewel", not sure the exact name of the color.
Can't wrap my head around that at all. How can you think that the numb 296 steering feel is better than the F8 which gives great feedback? Then there's the lazy throttle. I have never been in a car this powerful that can have such a hard time breaking its tyres loose. By comparison the F8 is a monster that has instant response while being a turbo. The 296 is a car that actually needs to spool its turbos, and below 5k, nothing is there. And the busy chassis? What is that about? It is good in its AF version, but in the normal non-AF version, it does not work at all as it lacks feeling as a supercar. I have driven and tracked all four variants, and the only one that impressed, was the AF GTB. I can take them or leave them, but I will not have one along side my SF90 and F8. Hope the VS will be better when we see that in '26.
The SF90 felt like it was designed by a consortium. This has a flow and cohesiveness of a Italian sketching over an bottle of wine. Ferrari back on form. Great review.
Your face told a story when you launched it Harry. Bit more than you anticipated. Col. Ronnie Hoare also owned a large Ford garage in Bournemouth around the time he started to import Ferrais to the UK and I always remember an aside he told my father about the V12 the Colonel was driving (sorry don't know what model). He moaned every time he drove around town the plugs would oil up and he had to get it serviced. Good old days. They have come so far and I am glad to say that I have lived through the pinnacle of the combustion engine.
I have this one ...amazing car n handling....but i believe the alfa gtam shares the same steering... therefore i got the alfa too....great cars...tks harry for the review that made me the decision
Hey Harry tell us more about that red f50 in your garage it would be interesting for the spectators to.learn a bit more about it i'm pretty sure about that.
I watched the review of the McLaren Artura and you were so positive. This car, however, is infinitely better looking and sexier, and the sound is glorious! It does cost a lot more, but as you suggest don't tick some of the big money options which make the car less tolerant of the B roads anyway. If I had the $ I'd be at the Ferrari dealer when it opens in the morning.
Beautiful car although i wouldnt choose the wild paint package myself either. Excellent review on the driving experience. Good to hear the new v6 twin turbo is an excellent powerplant and that you like the electric power booster. Thank you.
Harry you are quite the diplomat as that spec is a true horror movie. That said, a properly specced one of these should be glorious. I've always preferred engines with cylinders in multiples of 3s.... even a 3 cylinder motorcycle engine has layers and harmonics that go well beyond the monotone wail of most I4s. So this "downgrade" is actually an upgrade IMO.
Yeah I never thought V8s were any more noble than sixes. to me they are equivalent in terms of cachet. Nobody complains about six cylinders in 911’s for example, because they do the job and sound good. It really doesn’t matter to me what size engine it is as long as it sounds good and produces enough power for its weight.
I don't mind the bottom part of the front bumper in blue but with some wrap could have come to the same result. From the cut outs I would wrap the mirror caps, livery done.
Well....I wonder what is going to make room for a 296 in Harry's garage?! I'm coming around to the looks. The overall shape is utterly gorgeous, but the front and rear end treatments looked at bit weird to me, but I think it is just because it's so new. Seeing it in some of the low sunlight in these shots really make it look heart achingly gorgeous.
Proportions and back end remind of 355 era and that’s no bad thing …paint can be changed so not an issue …great performance ….oh and I’m not the first to note F40 has grown into F50 …..😉
Theres a touch of Testarossa in the rear, which I love. Over 800Bhp is a lot through the back tyres. Once cars get really powerful I think 4WD is essential for the none racing drivers among us.
Thanks for my Sunday fix Harry, what a machine! You were struggling to get the words out a few times...we could all feel the power. Total licence taker, best for fun on a track by the looks of it. Even with the nod to the racing history at the beginning of the video the colours don't work for me, there must have been a more subtle classier way 🙈. keep those videos coming Harry 👍
@@TheChannel1978 i wouldnt order the track option to begin with and wouldnt want to live with such bold colors on the interior and get bored with it if i had a choice but it still wasn’t ott in the interior in my opinion.
Along with other EVO writers, Mr Catchpole for ex. One of the best reviewers on RUclips. Your genuine enthusiasm with the knowledge to inform us about cars is most welcome in a world full of "The Me Show" Tubers ..What a cool Ferrari. Will you buy one Harry?
10 k views in under 1 hour, you’re smashing it Harry 👍 . I was lucky enough to go to the launch of this car at my local dealership, when they unveiled it though it was yellow!! Gotta be all red all day long for me.
I would own this Ferrari just for the odd paint job. "Eww ,I hate that blue." "Yes, yes you do." Just a gorgeous roadrace car. Ferrari has a passion in everything they make. God forbid I ever get the money to buy one. I will be addicted.
Thanks Harry, i am not convinced by the steering wheel or the electric steering feel. It all seems a little busy but i like it more the the SF 90. Cheers
Yup. Same here. F430 and 599 were the last great Ferraris for me. 458 had an awkward seating position, terribly overboosted steering (same with the F12), and was more of a lateral step (or even step backward) rather than a step forward. The numbers continue increasing, but I'm not sure of the driving experience has ever really improved.
3:30 - Stripes and options. THAT is exactly the reason for the stripes and why people have them painted on their cars. So as to state "I have paid more, I'm not a cheap skate" when 90% of them won't even drive them anywhere near a track. Funny that.
Love the 60's flavor with this car. The livery reminds me of Richard Petty's period racing schemes and works so well because the design itself has such a timeless, classic purity. The shape harkens to yester year without coming across as "retro" or contrived. And that cockpit! I usually hate shouty high contrast interiors but there's something about the detail work in this spec that has me totally smitten!
I have the F430, arguably one of the more boring Ferrari V-8 exhaust notes, but I think this new V-6 sounds better than most of the Ferrari V-8s and absolutely better than the F430.
I like Clarkson and his goofiness, but Harry is IMHO most professional auto jurnalist. In half hour you know everything about car. Others mostly talking about MY specs, MY new car, taking collection, bla bla. Harry does it objectively and honestly. Harry, you are the best! Thank you. Greetings from Croatia!
You know morphing software? Give it two images and it will calculate a continuous transformation from one image to the other. It's like someone at Pininfarina too an image of a Lola/GT40, a Vette and a Königsegg and took a morph from that. The colors in this video's car aggravate that association - the Rosso Corsa version at 2:18 make it look much better.
You know I was just about to say these modern supercars are not very interesting and I wish Harry would do more stories of the old timers. Then I noticed your comment and got happy. I'm sure he'll do an episode of it.
Glad to see you have the Honda S2000 Dashboard optionally with, almost, the correct amount of revs ;-)! And yes before anyone corrects me, i know the old S2000 dash itself was inspired by the F1 dashes of the late 90s so probably where Ferrari link it back to proper. Just poking fun
What a glorious thing! I genuinely think it's the prettiest Ferrari since 355. Pure elegance, and in standard form, not an extra design line to be found. I think this car, low spec in a dark blue, or silver, with silver wheels will be the one to have for general use.
I think it's one of the best looking and sounding Ferrari's ever. The livery is not very subtle, but I got used to it during the vid. A more subtle striping would be preferable, and of course red with red and red. But it's great they honour the Maranello Consessionaires. So in short; What a car.
Like so many have said previously the blue was a mistake. Just because is was done in the past doesn't mean it should ever be repeated and how can a stripe be woth more that TWO concourse- level complete paint jobs?! That said a yellow or silver panel in the front and rear could be an option to personalize an all red car. Lovely job from Maranello, hop this signifies the end of the busy/fussy design era.
I love Harry's videos because of the profile scenes when he nails it, and the revs increase, and the background starts to go flashing by. This was good . The SF 90 was better, because he looked liked he was being shoot out of a cannon. The Countach is still my favorite.
Hi Harry another great video! Two quick questions 1) does the 296 feel different to the F8, if so how does it compare from a handling perspective, steering and does it feel as light as an F8? 2) I was curious if you could weigh this car, with the electric motor and all the new tech Ferrari claims I think around 1470kg dry weight - it would be nice to know what it actually weighs with fluids. Love this car especially in GTS trim. Thanks for doing what you do!
When I first saw the 296, I thought, “gee, such a nice car … how will Ferrari make that look ugly?” I needn’t have worried. 😢 I was going to buy a Corolla, but instead I think I’ll have just that stripe. 😂
Great video Harry love the car styling but the colours no thank you 😂 for some reason the back-end reminds me of a Chevrolet Camaro 😂 I must be mad 🙄🙄😂
If they actually matched the historic blue, rather than using a completely different and more jarring shade, and not used it on the wheels, I can imagine it might work. It would at least look a lot less garish. Amazed they use this on a press car.
Ahhhh, I was passed by one of these in the same colour, probably the same car near RWB in the lanes to Swindon, good to see it in a bit more detail here as was blink and i missed it :-). Great video, catching up as missed a few.
It’s good to finally see this in the road. I went to the launch at my local dealer. Wouldn’t the car look better with small round rear lights? Like the original Dino? I have loved Ferrari since I was a child, but my favourite cars all have the round rear tail lights. If the Prancing horse badge wasn’t in this car I don’t think you would tell that it was a Ferrari. Just my humble opinion. The engine sounds pretty awesome though which is a nice surprise! I still prefer the F8 Tributo, F355, 308 GTB, 288 GTO etc for styling. The 296 looks a lot more coherent than the SF90. But everyone makes their own choices.. great video again from Harry!
Really fine photograpy and sound engineering on the road with a blend of autumn colors and the red and blue of the car. In the garage I thought that the red/baby blue combination was awful but on the road it was muito bonito at 200 kph. If they gave out awards for car reviews, that one is right up there. Well done.
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Spec on this car is absolutely ghastly. The car itself is phenomenal. In my humble opinion, this is the best, non-special edition, mid engine, Ferrari since the 430.
458 imo better than both still and live as an Icon
@@TRX25EX too big, bad seating position. Doesn’t sound as goon as it should. Event the Speciale was a disappointment for me.
@@timmietz seriously man? 458 is one of best cars I have ever driven/owned (on track), alot says it might be one of best supercars ever, I will say maybe not 675LT was mind blowing experience for me driving it, 991.2 GT2RS is better....
However until today I struggled to find better driving Ferrari, owned F12, drove 488/SF90/Pista/F8/Roma/GTC4Lusso so nearly whole lineup tbh, 458 still tops it all imo, 296 only sat in one awaiting to drive it and I have high hopes for it, but 458 that steering + way chassis like to dance is just amazing, the sound though it have very good intake sound, I liked it overall but not my best car
@@TheAslakVind that doesn’t make it any less ugly.
@Michael Cross it's classis ferrari racing spec colours , it is hideous though
Having watched all the videos of the 296GTB, I've learned more from this vid than any of the countless others. Truly, bravo Harry.
Whoever gave the car that color scheme should get fired. It's a disaster.
Totally agree 😆 It looks awful
Yes totally agree , it should be pink and blue😁
It was painted by a Lamborghini owner. LOL
Such a shame,looks like coco the clown car.
You mean the color scheme of the 250LM that won Le Mans....the same 250LM that inspired the design of this car?
😂😂😂 You don't get it, do you?
I wouldn't have this in any other color, except maybe yellow with blue.
Casual F50 in the background ❤
But no one can be a history & technology teacher as good as Mr Metcalfe. In the days where people just rattle of a fact sheet and statistics, this fine gentleman cares to take the time to explain the history behind it all. Just makes the videos all the more special. Good on you sir. Thank you.
Unfortunately Harry seems to be missing the entire reason Ferrari is switching to hybrids. No mention of fuel economy.
@@kevindimauro9689 Are you sure that's the incentive? Lol
@@kevindimauro9689 Do you really think people buy Ferraris based on fuel economy?
@@kevindimauro9689 not true. Please don’t make statements you have Simply made up.
@@kevindimauro9689 LOL!
I'm actually surprised at the sound. Way better than expected.
Similar to Evora/Emira.
Ikr, the fact that the V6 sounds better than their V8 is quite astonishing
Better than expected but still terrible compared to any NA Ferrari ever made. They aren't supposed to sound like vacuum cleaners.
@@salvi1398 Amazing! It must be due to the 120-degree Vee angle (or a unique firing order)? (I don't think it sounds better than the NA V8, but it does sound very good.)
@@salvi1398 Multiples of six always sound the best, it’s just that V6s aren’t as numerous as V8s in supercars, so are usually tuned to be quiet.
Those colours are hideous
Just like the people who buy these cars
It would be nice as an accent, but not as a full secondary color. The old racers got it right.
Another wonderful video Harry
Imagine spending £14'000 + and every time you hear a comment about your car its , "thats that's a horrible colour combo"🥺
Then don't choose those colours on your car.
Wow , that is absolutely horrendous
It’s hard to believe someone would vandalise a Ferrari like that 🤮
£14k for the stripe !
You would need to be utterly insane
Harry is an automotive journalist god. His contribution continues to give in RUclips and we thank you for that! I seriously don't think there has ever been a video fom him that was not enjoyable.
So glad Harry went straight into explaining that livery, because it's horrendous - especially on car this good looking! 14k+ OMG lol
Thanks for another great review.
Color scheme definitely contentious
definitely think the blue wheels are the worst part...if they weren't blue it wouldnt feel so OTT. also they could have gone with a bit less of the blue on the nose and it would be able to pull it all off better...but in general baby blue and ferrari red aren't colors i would be quick to combine
Its 40k for this livery because the Fiorana kit also has to be ordered. It was hard to see past the odd colours but I think Harry is right about the shape being spot on. Well done Ferrari!
Totally agree. Kind of like Shmee’s Ford GT. Not a very good looking combo of colors, but once he explained the backstory, and his homage to the Alan Mann racing team’s Ford GT from the 60’s. The motorsport heritage made the spec a whole lot more attractive, and unique.
It's like those early 2000s Pimp my ride monstrosities 🤡
It seems this and the venerable 812 are the best current Ferraris. This is the first of the turbo/EV Ferraris that I like. The styling is good for once, not too fussily detailed, it has hints of the Dino (Ferrari’s most beautiful road car ever IMO) about it that I like as well. And the engine noise is fantastic! Better than any of Ferrari’s contemporary turbo V8s…and it’s a V6! The best sounding V6 I’ve heard since the Alfa’s of old. Well done Ferrari for adding character to a hybrid! When Ferrari and all other sports car manufacturers have to dump the combustion engine completely, will be a very sad day…the day all cars become drones. Great for a Rolls but not a Ferrari or Lambo.
A lovely car, but ruined by the absurdly OTT look and ridiculous spec...in a more subtle spec it is a true great. Brilliant video once again, Harry, you make my Sunday evenings. 😄👍🏻
Clown car spec
The 296 has some resemblance, more than the name, of the 246 Dino
Who the fck specced it? 5 year old boy? :-D
Never seen a Ferrari in worst spec than this LOL
Yes make every car look absolutely the same
I adore the spec. The blue👌
The rear quarter panel, air intake and the profile of the roofline dropping down reminds me of the legendary 250LM.
Love the vids. No nonsense & beating around the bush. Very in depth as well!
The proportions of this car is amazing. Makes me overlook the V6 that happens to sound amazing as well..
I own one of these in Nero with CF wheels (non-AF version), superb car, manages ballistically quick and compliant in a way that neither McLaren or Porsche can match (and I own a 991.2 GT3 RS and 720S).
Saving 40 grand has never been an easier decision (if I were fortunate enough ti be speccing this car). But what a car…at first I didn’t appreciate the looks; I thought there were too many retro styling cues. But, now knowing that those elements are also used to enhance the drive…it’s won me over.
Great video as ever, thanks.
Really like this one.
I completely agree. And I would save some serious money too by not adding all that carbon fibre crap
Always look forward to seeing Harry putting a high performance motor through it's paces. Keep up the good work mate!!
i agree...would have this over the SF90 all day...better looking more useable every day and also agree the V6 is sufficiently exotic and sounds amazing...definitely a return to ferrari's best form
You should go and drive one and discover all the ways in which is it far less of a special supercar than the SF90. I personally thing the numb steering feel, and in case of the non-AF cars, the atrociously poor throttle mapping.
Harry records the best engine sounds out there. No matter what vehicle Harry’s videos being out the best sound quality.
Uncle Harry never ever gets old videos are always on point, keep up the good work old bean
I did not ticked the fiorano box... u are spot on harry ....tks
Even though no amount of history will be enough to "save" this color specification, the 296 still looks as pretty as the best Ferraris of old. As an Italian, it feels great to see and hear that Ferrari is capable of building such world-beating cars these days, even if most people will never get to experience them. Thank you for the video, very enjoyable review as always!
less of the blue might have been in better balance. perhaps just the mouth opening (like on the race cars he showed) and the wheels but definitely less would have been more...
I'd love one of these in absolute base model spec.... No carbon, no frills, just a bog standard 296 in a tasteful colour on standard wheels. I'd imagine it would be a brilliant car.
Drove a 296 and was left astonished. Love the spec on this particular car barring perhaps the wheels. Fantastic engine and I agree, this over a F8 easily for me.
Glad you like it though to be honest I even enjoy the wheels. I wouldn't order this car in this spec as I have my own taste but I love how brave the car is and I really appreciate it. I likely won't be in a position to ever drive one but, if I did, my first color choices would be either viola hong kong or "green jewel", not sure the exact name of the color.
The wheels and seats should be thrown in a volcano
In which parrel Universe does Red and blue look good togheter ?
Can't wrap my head around that at all.
How can you think that the numb 296 steering feel is better than the F8 which gives great feedback? Then there's the lazy throttle. I have never been in a car this powerful that can have such a hard time breaking its tyres loose. By comparison the F8 is a monster that has instant response while being a turbo. The 296 is a car that actually needs to spool its turbos, and below 5k, nothing is there. And the busy chassis? What is that about? It is good in its AF version, but in the normal non-AF version, it does not work at all as it lacks feeling as a supercar. I have driven and tracked all four variants, and the only one that impressed, was the AF GTB. I can take them or leave them, but I will not have one along side my SF90 and F8. Hope the VS will be better when we see that in '26.
The SF90 felt like it was designed by a consortium. This has a flow and cohesiveness of a Italian sketching over an bottle of wine. Ferrari back on form. Great review.
Just don't go and drive a 296 GTS. The disappointment is substantial.
Good heavens 😳 Those colours!
Your face told a story when you launched it Harry. Bit more than you anticipated. Col. Ronnie Hoare also owned a large Ford garage in Bournemouth around the time he started to import Ferrais to the UK and I always remember an aside he told my father about the V12 the Colonel was driving (sorry don't know what model). He moaned every time he drove around town the plugs would oil up and he had to get it serviced. Good old days. They have come so far and I am glad to say that I have lived through the pinnacle of the combustion engine.
We genuinely enjoy all your exciting and informative videos from here in US! Great automotive enthusiast channel! Thanks.😎👍🏻
I have this one ...amazing car n handling....but i believe the alfa gtam shares the same steering... therefore i got the alfa too....great cars...tks harry for the review that made me the decision
Hey Harry tell us more about that red f50 in your garage it would be interesting for the spectators to.learn a bit more about it i'm pretty sure about that.
I watched the review of the McLaren Artura and you were so positive. This car, however, is infinitely better looking and sexier, and the sound is glorious! It does cost a lot more, but as you suggest don't tick some of the big money options which make the car less tolerant of the B roads anyway. If I had the $ I'd be at the Ferrari dealer when it opens in the morning.
Beautiful car although i wouldnt choose the wild paint package myself either. Excellent review on the driving experience. Good to hear the new v6 twin turbo is an excellent powerplant and that you like the electric power booster. Thank you.
That blue looks like pre-delivery tape thats been left on. Especially around 18:00
Harry you are quite the diplomat as that spec is a true horror movie. That said, a properly specced one of these should be glorious. I've always preferred engines with cylinders in multiples of 3s.... even a 3 cylinder motorcycle engine has layers and harmonics that go well beyond the monotone wail of most I4s. So this "downgrade" is actually an upgrade IMO.
Yeah I never thought V8s were any more noble than sixes. to me they are equivalent in terms of cachet. Nobody complains about six cylinders in 911’s for example, because they do the job and sound good. It really doesn’t matter to me what size engine it is as long as it sounds good and produces enough power for its weight.
I don't mind the bottom part of the front bumper in blue but with some wrap could have come to the same result. From the cut outs I would wrap the mirror caps, livery done.
Well....I wonder what is going to make room for a 296 in Harry's garage?!
I'm coming around to the looks. The overall shape is utterly gorgeous, but the front and rear end treatments looked at bit weird to me, but I think it is just because it's so new. Seeing it in some of the low sunlight in these shots really make it look heart achingly gorgeous.
I am sure seeing it without the ghastly blue will make all the difference imho.
Great video and lovely car save the colors chosen....
Proportions and back end remind of 355 era and that’s no bad thing …paint can be changed so not an issue …great performance ….oh and I’m not the first to note F40 has grown into F50 …..😉
Thanks Harry for another great review, this is my first watch on the 296 GTB 🙏🇬🇧
Theres a touch of Testarossa in the rear, which I love. Over 800Bhp is a lot through the back tyres. Once cars get really powerful I think 4WD is essential for the none racing drivers among us.
Testarossa IS iconic. This NOT. FUGLY.
Excellent camera work from 18.54-19.07 - tracking/panning, going wide, zooming back in - all spot on!
Fun video. The launch control across the junction with the main road is interesting 😳😂 and the corner cut at 19.32 mins cutting it a bit fine 😱
That was nasty 😳
Harry your clips are a joy. Thanks
Thanks for my Sunday fix Harry, what a machine! You were struggling to get the words out a few times...we could all feel the power. Total licence taker, best for fun on a track by the looks of it. Even with the nod to the racing history at the beginning of the video the colours don't work for me, there must have been a more subtle classier way 🙈. keep those videos coming Harry 👍
yeah i think less blue on the nose and normal wheels would have been a better balance...i like the interior in blue though
@@AlbertManiscalco Disagree on the blue interior, it's just as garish as the exterior colors. But to each their own.
@@TheChannel1978 i wouldnt order the track option to begin with and wouldnt want to live with such bold colors on the interior and get bored with it if i had a choice but it still wasn’t ott in the interior in my opinion.
Along with other EVO writers, Mr Catchpole for ex. One of the best reviewers on RUclips. Your genuine enthusiasm with the knowledge to inform us about cars is most welcome in a world full of "The Me Show" Tubers ..What a cool Ferrari. Will you buy one Harry?
10 k views in under 1 hour, you’re smashing it Harry 👍 . I was lucky enough to go to the launch of this car at my local dealership, when they unveiled it though it was yellow!! Gotta be all red all day long for me.
I'll take the yellow it's Modena's racing colour
Harry… ive been hanging for this review. It didnt disappoint. This is my fave channel by far.
I would own this Ferrari just for the odd paint job.
"Eww ,I hate that blue."
"Yes, yes you do."
Just a gorgeous roadrace car.
Ferrari has a passion in everything they make.
God forbid I ever get the money to buy one.
I will be addicted.
This and the MC20 are superb
Thanks Harry, i am not convinced by the steering wheel or the electric steering feel. It all seems a little busy but i like it more the the SF 90. Cheers
Yup. Same here. F430 and 599 were the last great Ferraris for me. 458 had an awkward seating position, terribly overboosted steering (same with the F12), and was more of a lateral step (or even step backward) rather than a step forward. The numbers continue increasing, but I'm not sure of the driving experience has ever really improved.
3:30 - Stripes and options. THAT is exactly the reason for the stripes and why people have them painted on their cars.
So as to state "I have paid more, I'm not a cheap skate" when 90% of them won't even drive them anywhere near a track.
Funny that.
Love the 60's flavor with this car. The livery reminds me of Richard Petty's period racing schemes and works so well because the design itself has such a timeless, classic purity. The shape harkens to yester year without coming across as "retro" or contrived. And that cockpit! I usually hate shouty high contrast interiors but there's something about the detail work in this spec that has me totally smitten!
Yeah, those curves. Gina Lolabrigita, Sophia Loren etc. A stunningly beautiful Ferrari. Thanks Harry.
I love how you find such delight in this Fezza. So engaging to watch pure joy in your review 👍
Harry, the 296 is ok but we really want to see the F50 please.
I've seen 2 other classic red Ferrari's at Goodwood with that blue on the front & wheels
Getting more like Scalextric each year; Madness
Such a pleasure to listen to you Harry. I believe that you could make a Yugo review interesting!
I love the look of this Ferrari way more than the sf90. It would be so cool if they made it with the Ferrari v8
Agreed. It's very tastefully retro. A bit similar to a stratos?
@@mateuszQRDL agreed, very much like a stratos meets the alpine
I have the F430, arguably one of the more boring Ferrari V-8 exhaust notes, but I think this new V-6 sounds better than most of the Ferrari V-8s and absolutely better than the F430.
I like Clarkson and his goofiness, but Harry is IMHO most professional auto jurnalist. In half hour you know everything about car. Others mostly talking about MY specs, MY new car, taking collection, bla bla.
Harry does it objectively and honestly. Harry, you are the best! Thank you. Greetings from Croatia!
@2:28 What the hell is a 'Pacific' engine?😂
You know morphing software? Give it two images and it will calculate a continuous transformation from one image to the other. It's like someone at Pininfarina too an image of a Lola/GT40, a Vette and a Königsegg and took a morph from that. The colors in this video's car aggravate that association - the Rosso Corsa version at 2:18 make it look much better.
F50 in the back. Hope there is an episode on that
You know I was just about to say these modern supercars are not very interesting and I wish Harry would do more stories of the old timers. Then I noticed your comment and got happy. I'm sure he'll do an episode of it.
Harry Metcalfe is like the Sir David Attenborough of car journalism, I could watch/listen to him all day. Brillient
Glad to see you have the Honda S2000 Dashboard optionally with, almost, the correct amount of revs ;-)! And yes before anyone corrects me, i know the old S2000 dash itself was inspired by the F1 dashes of the late 90s so probably where Ferrari link it back to proper. Just poking fun
What a glorious thing! I genuinely think it's the prettiest Ferrari since 355. Pure elegance, and in standard form, not an extra design line to be found. I think this car, low spec in a dark blue, or silver, with silver wheels will be the one to have for general use.
The styling is not to my liking, but I respect everything else about this car.
One of your best reviews, enjoyed being a passenger with you.
You're a brave man Harry. I wouldn't be seen dead in a car with that colour scheme :-)
Why not? Better than all the dull greys/blacks or God-forbid white.
@@EvoraGT430 it’s absolutely unequivocally not at all
@@EvoraGT430 You won't be a fan of Harry's new Emira then ;-)
Thanks for the review Harry!
I think it's one of the best looking and sounding Ferrari's ever. The livery is not very subtle, but I got used to it during the vid. A more subtle striping would be preferable, and of course red with red and red. But it's great they honour the Maranello Consessionaires. So in short; What a car.
Harry thanks for yet another great video. But please make a video about the elephant in the room... that F50 in the back 🙏:)
Like so many have said previously the blue was a mistake. Just because is was done in the past doesn't mean it should ever be repeated and how can a stripe be woth more that TWO concourse- level complete paint jobs?! That said a yellow or silver panel in the front and rear could be an option to personalize an all red car. Lovely job from Maranello, hop this signifies the end of the busy/fussy design era.
Wow, a fantastic video about a super car explained in a splendid manner by a perfect gentle car enthusiast. Marvellous, thank you Harry.
Looks to me like a mix between a GT40 and a Lancia Stratos
I love Harry's videos because of the profile scenes when he nails it, and the revs increase, and the background starts to go flashing by. This was good . The SF 90 was better, because he looked liked he was being shoot out of a cannon. The Countach is still my favorite.
I quite like that. Plus, if you take it racing you can be damned sure no one else will pinch the colour scheme.
Bravo Harry, come sempre.
Hi Harry another great video! Two quick questions 1) does the 296 feel different to the F8, if so how does it compare from a handling perspective, steering and does it feel as light as an F8? 2) I was curious if you could weigh this car, with the electric motor and all the new tech Ferrari claims I think around 1470kg dry weight - it would be nice to know what it actually weighs with fluids. Love this car especially in GTS trim. Thanks for doing what you do!
Usually the rule for Ferrari's and dry weights is to add around 150kg.
LOVING the extras always enjoy you highlighting them, cheers for the video Harry.
When I first saw the 296, I thought, “gee, such a nice car … how will Ferrari make that look ugly?” I needn’t have worried. 😢
I was going to buy a Corolla, but instead I think I’ll have just that stripe. 😂
they also took Ferrari out of Stellantis more likely to avoid paying taxes on these overpriced cars
The cabin bubble and 'Stratos' glass actually gives me Enzo vibes too - wasn't sure initially but loved it now.
The colours on that very expensive car remind me of the expression, ‘you can’t buy good taste’ 🤣
The most beautiful and homogeneous looking Ferrari in the lineup right now. Another great video, and the right verdict. Thanks Harry.
Great video Harry
love the car styling but the colours no thank you 😂 for some reason the back-end reminds me of a Chevrolet Camaro 😂 I must be mad 🙄🙄😂
This is absorlutely one of the brillent car I have seen, if only - thank you for sharing this awesome review Harry
Those colours are gorgeous. Very original. Two fingers to a grey world
A fan i am of the channel, great insights, honest and unbiased opinions, keeps me watching...
I love the colours! So much more interesting than 99% of other ferrari specs out there, and I genuinely think it looks nice :)
Thanks Harry,I've been waiting for a decent comparison between these two Ferrari's!
Spider man edition lol
If they actually matched the historic blue, rather than using a completely different and more jarring shade, and not used it on the wheels, I can imagine it might work. It would at least look a lot less garish. Amazed they use this on a press car.
Good lord that blue livery and seats are hilariously bad, looks like a clowns car
It's actually embarrassing
Ahhhh, I was passed by one of these in the same colour, probably the same car near RWB in the lanes to Swindon, good to see it in a bit more detail here as was blink and i missed it :-). Great video, catching up as missed a few.
Brrr terrible colors scheme!!
Ultraman's ride.
Wow what a car. Fantastic video as well
It’s good to finally see this in the road. I went to the launch at my local dealer. Wouldn’t the car look better with small round rear lights? Like the original Dino? I have loved Ferrari since I was a child, but my favourite cars all have the round rear tail lights. If the Prancing horse badge wasn’t in this car I don’t think you would tell that it was a Ferrari. Just my humble opinion. The engine sounds pretty awesome though which is a nice surprise! I still prefer the F8 Tributo, F355, 308 GTB, 288 GTO etc for styling. The 296 looks a lot more coherent than the SF90. But everyone makes their own choices.. great video again from Harry!
Another wonderful piece from Harry
Really fine photograpy and sound engineering on the road with a blend of autumn colors and the red and blue of the car. In the garage I thought that the red/baby blue combination was awful but on the road it was muito bonito at 200 kph. If they gave out awards for car reviews, that one is right up there. Well done.
19:32 that Apex as not only chased, it was hunted!
Did they forget to remove some of the new car protective plastic wrap?