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BMW i3 Used Car Buyers Guide
Curious about the different battery capacities, options, packages, and features of the i3 through its 2014-2021 model year run? I cover everything including charging, range, interior options, and even the range extender and i3s models. Then at the end I provide a recommendation on what I think are the absolute best model years and what options to look for and what you can skip over when buying your own used i3.
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2018 BMW i3 BEV - Detailed Used Car Review
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An in-depth look at a used 2018 BMW i3 Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) outfitted with the Tera World Package, Harman Kardon, Technology and Driver Assistance, Wireless Apple CarPlay, optional 20” wheels, and the Park Assist Package. The i3 is radically different than almost every other car on the road and I explore why that is and what makes this car so unique.
2024 Fiat 500e Red - Trim Variant Overview with Aamir Ahmed
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Aamir Ahmed, Head of Fiat in North America, shares details on the trim variants of the 2024 FIAT 500e. From Fiat’s release… The Next Fiat 500e Drop: “Inspired By Music”, “Inspired By Beauty” • New Fiat 500e “Inspired By” variants align with symbols of Italian culture - music and beauty • Two new models have unique content, including JBL audio system and brilliant Rose Gold coloring • “Inspired ...
CarFun with Michael & Nicole - 2024 Fiat 500e Driving Review
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MichaelDrives and esteemed automotive journalist Nicole Wakelin hit the streets of Miami in the all-new all-electric 2024 Fiat 500e. Join us as hilarity and insanity ensues while we share driving impressions of the all new 500e. Please subscribe! Follow Nicole Wakelin! nicolewakelin.com/ muckrack.com/nicolewakelin www.fiatusa.com
2024 Fiat (500e) RED - Detailed Review
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The 2024 Fiat 500e is all-new, designed from scratch as an EV and bringing the fun little hatchback into the future with significant safety, infotainment, and powertrain updates. One of the most affordable EVs available today, the range has increased to 149 EPA estimated miles combined thanks to a larger battery pack, and city driving will deliver an even more impressive 162 miles of range. Lev...
2024 Lexus TX 550h+ Luxury - Detailed Review
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The 2024 Lexus TX 550h is the brands sole 3-Row Plug-in Hybrid. In typical Lexus fashion, the efficiency is stellar, but is this Luxury trim luxurious? Is the third row usable by adults? Watch and find out! I’d love to hear your thoughts and comments so please let me know what you think. Did you like the video? Want more? Please subscribe to enable me to do just that! czcams.com/channels/ab_56G...
2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge AWD Ultimate - Detailed Review
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Is the 2024 XC90 the best plug-in hybrid (PHEV) 3-row SUV? What features does the Lounge Package add to the already loaded Ultimate trim? I explore all the details of this speedy Swede both inside and out, as well as the charging speed, range, power and efficiency. Join me for this deep dive and then we’ll go for a drive and I’ll share my Fabulous Favorites and not-so favorites. Subscribe, subs...
2024 Polestar 2 Dual Motor Performance Plus - Detailed Review
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The all-electric 2024 Polestar 2 Premium Plus is the brands first volume production car. Significant changes for this model year include a move to rear-wheel drive for the single motor, and rear-biased AWD when equipped with dual motors. It’s now more efficient, charges faster, and has more range than ever before. Just how fast is it? Buckle up! We’ll explore the design, tech and details minima...
2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV Premium Plus - Detailed Review
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The entirely new 2024 Mazda CX-90 PHEV replaces the CX-9 3-Row SUV and is larger in every way, in fact it’s the largest Mazda period. This plug-in hybrid version is the brands first, and provides some interesting results. Is it a winning combination? Come along as we take a deep dive and drive, and I’ll share my Fabulous Favorites and not-so favorites. Subscribe, subscribe, subscribe! czcams.co...
2024 Hyundai Ioniq 6 Limited AWD - Detailed Review
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The Hyundai Ioniq 6 sedan is the brands most aerodynamic production vehicle in history. Built on their dedicated all-electric 800v Electrified Global Modern Platform (E-GMP) allowing the car to charge at a blazingly fast rate on a Level 3, 350 kW DC fast charger (DCFC). Is this “streamliner” design look a winner? Come along as we take a deep dive into the styling and features, and then we’ll go...
2023 Genesis Electrified G80 AWD - Detailed Review
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🚘 Today, I am thrilled to present an exclusive review of the cutting-edge 2023 Genesis Electrified G80 AWD, a car that merges luxury and sustainability in one remarkable package. 🔌 ELECTRIFYING PERFORMANCE 🔌 Under the sleek and elegant exterior of the Genesis Electrified G80 AWD lies an impressive all-electric powertrain that redefines performance expectations. I'll delve into its electric moto...
2024 Alfa Romeo Tonale - Quick Look
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The Tonale is Alfa’s first electrified car, and first crossover SUV. With the brand going all electric starting in 2025 in the U.S., the Tonale is seen as the gateway for Alfa owners to dip their toes into the world of electric vehicles. Here I walk you through a quick look of the Tonale in Veloce trim in Verde Fangio, including an exclusive interview with North American head of product plannin...
2023 Toyota bZ4X FWD Limited - Detailed Review
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The 2023 Toyota bZ4X is the brands first all-electric car. The company that brought hybrids to the masses has finally taken the on-ramp to Electric Avenue. With an EV powertrain you get Lexus-level refinement standard. However, driving range of Toyota’s first mass-produced EV varies widely by trim and motor configuration, and DC fast charging comes with a big surprise you’ll want to be prepared...
2023 Lexus RZ 450e Luxury AWD - Detailed Review
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The 2023 Lexus RZ is the brands first all-electric car. The brand that put hybrid powertrains on the map has moved to the light and finally built an EV, which is a bit ironic because the absence of noise and vibration when driving is one of the pillars of the Lexus experience. Did it hit a home run on it’s first swing? There’s so much to love about this car, but there’s one huge elephant in the...
Fast Charger Roulette - 1,500+ Mile Road Trip in a Genesis EV
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Fast Charger Roulette - 1,500 Mile Road Trip in a Genesis EV
2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD - Detailed Review
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2023 Genesis GV60 Performance AWD - Detailed Review
2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited AWD - Detailed Review
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2023 Hyundai IONIQ 5 Limited AWD - Detailed Review
2023 Kia Niro EV Wave - Detailed Review
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2023 Kia Niro EV Wave - Detailed Review
2020 Lexus UX 250h AWD Luxury - Detailed Review
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2020 Lexus UX 250h AWD Luxury - Detailed Review
2020 Lexus LS 500h AWD - Detailed Review
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2020 Lexus LS 500h AWD - Detailed Review
2020 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Ultra Luxury - Detailed Review
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2020 Lexus ES 300h Hybrid - Ultra Luxury - Detailed Review
2020 Toyota Prius Prime Limited - Detailed Review
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2020 Toyota Prius Prime Limited - Detailed Review

Komentáře

  • @abrahamroberts2040

    Such a beautiful ride! But in person - it's even more regal. I just purchased it a few weeks ago and I've had so many people asking me about it. LOL! Very fun and pleasant to drive too!

  • @whocares264
    @whocares264 Před 5 dny

    If you want to save time and hassle, get the Rex....this even extends the life of the battery.

  • @splynk1
    @splynk1 Před 5 dny

    You should try the turn radius of a smart 453, it will run inside loops on the i3. Its kinda fun that you call the i3 a small city car, its really not small, small is a smart at 270 cm ( I love the smart 453, but i am actually in the process of switching to an i3 Rex)

  • @splynk1
    @splynk1 Před 5 dny

    Does it have Android auto ? and if so which models do ?

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před dnem

      Not from the factory, but you can retrofit i3’s with an aftermarket module to enable Android Auto (and wireless Apple CarPlay) even if yours didn’t come with it originally.

  • @edsonmanuel1117
    @edsonmanuel1117 Před 7 dny

    Very shallow review..no interior points, space or comfort statistiques..highs and lows..

  • @NikkisGamingChannel

    Is this guy related to Mark walburg?

  • @hvu6037
    @hvu6037 Před 15 dny

    What a painful experience trying to charge up the car. I notice you have yet to test a Tesla and friend, you don't know what you've been missing. As they say, just get a Tesla!

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 12 dny

      While I haven’t reviewed a Tesla yet, I owned a 2019 Model 3 for a year. The Supercharging (L3) experience was exceptional.

  • @johngonon1507
    @johngonon1507 Před 20 dny

    So if you're in the backseat, in a crash, and the driver is unconscious, ... can you open the "rear" door ?

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 12 dny

      You cannot open the rear door without first opening the front. In this situation the back passengers are in a similar circumstance as those in a 2-door car.

    • @johngonon1507
      @johngonon1507 Před 12 dny

      @@MichaelDrivesOfficial ok, that's what I thought. Not great to have the doors there but be unable to open them and die burnt inside the car if ever fire happens.

  • @REINER-ud2zw
    @REINER-ud2zw Před 21 dnem

    gut erklärt ... top

  • @r-saint
    @r-saint Před 23 dny

    Very interesting, underrated channel.

  • @cryptosolaris1217
    @cryptosolaris1217 Před 23 dny

    Great Review!!!! Just the facts I was looking for!

  • @AttilaTheHun333333
    @AttilaTheHun333333 Před 28 dny

    How is it sustainable to have a frame that gets totaled in an accidental in a heartbeat?

    • @eugenelaynejr3554
      @eugenelaynejr3554 Před 19 dny

      The frame is the exact same material that is in F1 formula race cars. Unless you’re driving over 200mph then you’re not going to die in a BMW i3

  • @colintwyning9614
    @colintwyning9614 Před 29 dny

    i3S also has wheel arch trims in black to accomodate the wider track and tyres. good info, great car.

  • @gregmccarter3243
    @gregmccarter3243 Před měsícem

    Great video and so much info....have had mine for 9 months..best car i have ever had...

  • @Furnier69
    @Furnier69 Před měsícem

    The cover can be stored down with the charge cable It has its own place to live

  • @pilotandthecity8527
    @pilotandthecity8527 Před měsícem

    nice to see that some people are still happy with this amazing car! There is one more interesting option: Adaptive led lights, and an optional heat pump. (at least in Europe). It's a very much under valued EV, with an amazing low battery degradation.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 12 dny

      I’m fascinated by it! Here in the U.S., the LEDs are adaptive beginning I believe with the 2019 MY and only automatically level due to our archaic laws at the time. All full BEV i3 models in the U.S. have a heat pump as standard equipment.

  • @JW-mz2nf
    @JW-mz2nf Před měsícem

    Just a heads up I know you said the performance comes with all season tires, it doesn't, only summer tires, at least in the U.S.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      Ooof! I goofed. What timestamp did I say that?

    • @JW-mz2nf
      @JW-mz2nf Před měsícem

      @MichaelDrivesOfficial not even sure man, pretty sure you said it before the test drive when you were talking about the car that you got to test came equipped with snow tires and then you mentioned it doesn't come that way from the dealer and actually comes with all season tires

  • @UnfinishedSymphony
    @UnfinishedSymphony Před měsícem

    Interesting to see that there are different leather colors available in different countries... The nice brown leather in this one is not available in Germany, unfortunately. 😕 So I ordered the leather in light brown, because I wanted the combination with the dark roof lining. Somehow strange that a car this pricy does offer so few possibilities of individualization... anyway looking forward to get it by end of 2024.

  • @BernonCars
    @BernonCars Před měsícem

    That's crazy I posted a Buyers Guide video today too! 😂 Good video!

  • @chillsoundzzdre
    @chillsoundzzdre Před měsícem

    Hey, nice review. Do you have the option to turn off regenerative braking and not use one pedal driving? I really hate that other EVs force that for everyone.

    • @Acxjet
      @Acxjet Před měsícem

      Yes you do, the paddles behind the steering wheel, can allow you to adjust the amount of regen from i-pedal to only coast

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      Thank you! Yes I believe you can set it to “Level 0” with the paddle on the steering wheel so you can coast like an ICE vehicle.

    • @Acxjet
      @Acxjet Před měsícem

      Exactly!

  • @dougcramer6038
    @dougcramer6038 Před měsícem

    Do you know much power that the V2L provide on the Niro? I know the 3.6kW spec is for Europe, not North America, and that the value is 1.9kW for the Ioniq 5 and EV6. I was told the Niro EV is less, but I can't find information about that anywhere.

  • @cbotten106
    @cbotten106 Před měsícem

    Love the dark blue with birch interior. Lexus has a real class leading winner here. The price isn't going to scare away the Lexus fan, that's for sure. In fact, that rough 4-banger in the lesser models might just keep this PHEV scarce on dealer lots.

  • @Molishious
    @Molishious Před měsícem

    Nice review, kind of refreshing to see a small electric car. You have the first 500e coming out in 1997 and that seemed a bit early to me. I looked it up and from what I can tell it came out in 2013.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      Thanks for watching! First 500e was definitely at 2013 model in the U.S. What time stamp did I say/infer it was 1997? I could possibly correct that with some text overlaid on the video.

    • @Molishious
      @Molishious Před měsícem

      @@MichaelDrivesOfficial 23 seconds. My suggestion is to get your hands on an 2025 Ioniq 5 Limited when it comes out as I think there will be huge interest in it. It’s a very exciting refresh for those who are interested in the car.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      @@Molishious I totally goofed, thank you for catching. I intended that to read “2017 500e” (which was the MY of that orange one). I added a blur over the text and it will take a few hours to take effect. I’ll absolutely be requesting a 2025 Ioniq 5 to review when it’s available in the fleet in my area. Stay tuned!

  • @dennismayer4936
    @dennismayer4936 Před měsícem

    How long does it take to fully charge from regular house power?

  • @KevinMTV
    @KevinMTV Před 2 měsíci

    11:09 it’s the giant battery

  • @mach1nefan
    @mach1nefan Před 2 měsíci

    I live in the UK and they aren’t rare to see - I love them! Just waiting to see some Microlinos and maybe a Citroen Ami now :)

  • @drewm6851
    @drewm6851 Před 2 měsíci

    Great review!

  • @effingsix3825
    @effingsix3825 Před 2 měsíci

    How do you play your favourite CD? Asking for a friend. What about all of the colours?

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      No CD player in the Polestar, and unfortunately, none of the colors are very exciting, all very muted.

  • @lindamohler4865
    @lindamohler4865 Před 2 měsíci

    I just bought a 2020 UX, and this was very informative.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      So great to hear that! I hope you love the car, it’s such a great size.

  • @user-tv1le7sw2l
    @user-tv1le7sw2l Před 2 měsíci

    It's Mister Roger's.

  • @javaunepowell8298
    @javaunepowell8298 Před 2 měsíci

    I take the parking brake as a positive much rather mania over electric brake any day … mechanical will likely never fail electronics can have their issues

  • @dansu3135
    @dansu3135 Před 2 měsíci

    Is there a spare tire ?

  • @dansu3135
    @dansu3135 Před 2 měsíci

    The back reminds me of my Pontiac Aztek 2001 !

  • @dansu3135
    @dansu3135 Před 2 měsíci

    Definitely my next car when my 2004 Corolla dies !

  • @kenth9803
    @kenth9803 Před 2 měsíci

    What type of fuel goes in the tank... regular or do you have to use premium fuel?

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 2 měsíci

      According to the EPA premium fuel is required. www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/Find.do?action=sbs&id=47505

  • @adofoi30
    @adofoi30 Před 2 měsíci

    How do light materials show less dirt? Is he reporting from Bizzaro world?

  • @giangargo669
    @giangargo669 Před 2 měsíci

    with the american purchasing power and salaries this car can make a lot of sense as a second car, in Italy one of these costs more than a year's worth of salary making it really hard to consider

  • @englishmaninturkey8165
    @englishmaninturkey8165 Před 2 měsíci

    Very informative. Here are some aditional information from me owning this car. The passanger seat is not adjustable, you are only able to receive 11kw charging ( AC ). Ive only been able to get max 265km on the dash (not real range). In sherpa mode you are only able to go max 80km/h. The voice control is also not that great. The armrest also stretches but hight is not adjustable. You have keyless start and keyless open. İf it wasn't for the lack of range I would keep this car forever. Everything about this car is just amazing. Hopefully in the future, they come up with a battery package that increases the range. Other than that, its a perfect car.

  • @calbear2006
    @calbear2006 Před 2 měsíci

    subscribed! i thought your review was excellent. can you add video chapters (i.e. intro, interior, exterior, driving impressions, final thoughts,...) to future reviews? also, please consider taking a look at other 3-row EVs like R1S or EV9. thank you!

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 2 měsíci

      Thank you! I appreciate the feedback. Regarding chapters, I thought I had to hit 1k subscribers for those to kick in but it looks like I can add those manually to the description and YT will pick those up, so I will do that moving forward and try to do it retroactively starting with this video. I absolutely hope to get ahold of the EV9 and R1S soon!

  • @Rasyonalist
    @Rasyonalist Před 2 měsíci

    Dude, let me give you a little advice. Post also "driving therapy & watch and relax" videos of the cars you shoot, without commentary. A mix of day and night might be better. So you don't say anything, you don't talk about anything, you just fix the camera on your head and keep driving the car. So the viewer can see it from an angle as if they were driving themselves. Whenever I'm bored, I turn it on and watch videos like that, like therapy, and I know there are a lot of people who do that. It's just the driving sound on video and at the same time I turn on my favorite road music and I just watch it. It's like therapy. Different brands, different roads, different virtual experiences. You can make videos like this for 20-30 minutes on average. So two different videos, both "2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge - Detailed Review" and "2024 Volvo XC90 Recharge - Test Drive Therapy". Since it's just a driving video, it won't be too tiring to shoot. Good luck!

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 2 měsíci

      I’ve never remotely thought of anything like doing that, but I’ll give it a shot!

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před měsícem

      So… I’m setting up to produce therapy driving videos in addition to my reviews as you requested but I have a few questions. Do you (and others who enjoy these) prefer uninterrupted/unedited driving? (I.e. not cutting out sitting at lights, etc?) Do you enjoy only back roads or a mix of city/highway/country road driving? Does traffic bother you when watching these?

    • @frankshabangu522
      @frankshabangu522 Před 28 dny

      ​@@MichaelDrivesOfficial to be honest a nice mix of all of those. I like to hear what the car sounds like at the traffic light. How quiet it is on the highway. What it "feels" like on a bit of a back road. I don't mind commentary on things that you'd only really notice by living with it. But mostly shut up and just drive the car lol.

  • @andreasl4507
    @andreasl4507 Před 2 měsíci

    This Polestar cars from 2024 is another level. A master piece of art.

  • @TechKingGame
    @TechKingGame Před 3 měsíci

    CarPlay Apple maps will go to the driver’s display when you start navigating. One of the very few cars that offer this.

    • @andreasl4507
      @andreasl4507 Před 2 měsíci

      It’s the best

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 2 měsíci

      You are correct, I was wrong in the video. I wasn’t in the display mode that would have allowed the map to show behind the steering wheel, but it does have the capability. Thank you for pointing that out.

  • @virtualmanny
    @virtualmanny Před 3 měsíci

    Great video!

  • @jonnydavis6066
    @jonnydavis6066 Před 3 měsíci

    Hey Mike how are you able to new cars to review? Thanks🎉

  • @sailingspark9748
    @sailingspark9748 Před 3 měsíci

    You make a good point. If I could design my PS2 how I wanted, it would also be RWD with the brembo brakes, Ohlins dampers, and possibly the gold seatbelts. I do not need the gold, but the suspension and brakes would be wonderful in the RWD car. I also wish it had an opening sunroof like the V and S 60. I am not a fan of Air Conditioning, so being able to open the roof would be wonderful. I use the sunroof in my car all year and I do not live far from DC. And colour.. Volvo and Polestar need more colours than the drab paints they use now.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 3 měsíci

      Totally agree on that build, and hey you could probably swap those gold seatbelts with someone and make a little money! I’m not sure with that unobstructed glass design they could even have an opening moonroof until maybe the next generation. Also, yes, we need actual colors in our paint options!

  • @JeffBrown-rs7eb
    @JeffBrown-rs7eb Před 3 měsíci

    Great review Michael some very good points that reviewers don’t get across such as the proper Google interface into your account so you can ask it anything. I live in Australia and have the MY24 LRSM and have found it to be a superb car. Quality is excellent and highly recommended all round. Just wish I had the Nappa Leather as it is cooler than the Weave Tech.

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you for the compliment, I’m glad that was helpful, I was really impressed with the Google voice commands. Good to know about WeaveTech, I’d actually choose cloth over those or as you said, the cooled Nappa. Maybe they will perforate WeaveTech in the future, that may provide at least some improvement.

  • @robertfussenegger9664
    @robertfussenegger9664 Před 3 měsíci

    U did a cute liddle Review. Looking forward to your next one. Maybe the id7 GTX :-)

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 3 měsíci

      Maybe! I’d love to get ahold of that ID.7 when it’s available here, stay tuned!

  • @cheesun124
    @cheesun124 Před 3 měsíci

    Hyundai Ionic goes from 10-80 in 18 minutes

    • @venti4268
      @venti4268 Před 3 měsíci

      In optimal condition...maybe..tested 31 min in minus 3 celcius..and yes..preheated

    • @andreasl4507
      @andreasl4507 Před 2 měsíci

      Numbers say 18 min. But in reality it does 10 to 80 in 32min. Grow up faq.

  • @malcolmjones893
    @malcolmjones893 Před 3 měsíci

    Great review! Love the outtakes at the end. 😂

    • @MichaelDrivesOfficial
      @MichaelDrivesOfficial Před 3 měsíci

      Glad you like them! I’ve been wanting to add those for a while… keep an eye out for more, because if they happen in the future, they’re going in!

  • @wwhopper
    @wwhopper Před 3 měsíci

    Nice