If I was ever able to get a Ferrari the GTC4Lusso would be what I'd want. Stupid fast, handles great, and you can actually use it other than as a "toy". IMO it's drop dead gorgeous also.
Erm. I’m fairly sure ENZO was dead by the time the 456 was released…?! 🤷🏼♂️ 1994 was the release date. And he died in 1988. Now. If you meant Luca? Yes. It was his favourite car I believe…
That was great, thanks for uploading! Personally I think people have only recently woken up to how good the FF & Lusso are. In the hands of any normal driver it's basically an F12 that's more versatile. Obviously a more experienced driver would beg to differ but I am not so talented! As a father of two young daughters the opportunities to get behind the wheel of a two seater in my spare time simply doesn't exist. My FF however has seen some miles this year, everything from cross country jaunts to the school run. People want to enjoy these beasts while they can and the FF & Lusso provide more opportunities to do so. That's why values have risen. Yours truly; Blu Tour De France FF owner.
Bang on. I own an FF and it's become obvious that the wider market has woken up to them, and the Lusso. My ideal is an FF with the tech of the Lusso. A Novitec/Capristo set up, or similar, opens up the most delicious noise. It's special every single time and fits 4 people in comfort and luggage. There are no downsides, as lomg as yo don't ever try and calculate the MPG. There is no MPG in the computer, and it isn't because they forgot....
@@pharmacells it's a practical Ferrari. I'm surprised it didn't take off. Ya you can have a cool occasional sports car, but the real boss is a person who felt the need to buy a practical Ferrari. That's more boss level to me personally than any exotic. " I don't drive this to show off I drive it because it's practical" (said about a v12 freaking ferrari.) ya.. That's just epic. And the Ferrari 4 seaters are still freaking amazing cars.
Had the pleasure to drive an FF in 2015 and I've been obsessed by the GTC4 Lusso since it got out. Definitely the first 4 seater GT I'd buy if I could. Sounds awesome, comfortable and practical. Perfect package for a daily.
Never liked the lusso until I saw one at the gas station and I understood what this car is about. This is a Ferrari you can truly enjoy everyday and people who are not into cars don't know that this car is something special and it doesn't draw crazy attention like a 458 of 488 would.
Great review! As a previous owner of an F12 in TDF blue, I think the GTC4 Lusso is the mutt's nuts if you want that extra usability and... err.. traction!
@@spiller212 Did 3.5k in under a year but there was an undiagnosed gearbox issue and it spent a total of 2 months at the dealer in that time, I simply lost confidence in it. Sold it and got almost all my money back and now back with Porsche. A shame though, just unlucky, but the driving experience will be hard to beat..
@@cowanscott9047 somehow I feel you. My F12 suffers from a lot of electronic gremlins - just a month ago I finally thought they fixed all of that (with another hefty workshop bill) until this week I put the ignition on and "AVHS/manettino/ESC etc."-error messages came on again. It's a nuisance, but fortunately the car itself more than makes up for that.
@@spiller212 Did you replace the battery? I'm kicking myself for not replacing the battery when I first collected it... A slightly weak battery seems to be the cause of so many of the electrical issues in these cars. I eventually had it replaced when I last picked it up from the dealer and immediately noticed that the charge was sitting higher but crucially remained more consistent.. this was on my last journey to the Porsche dealer.. I did wonder if a simple battery swap had done the trick.. I'll never know.. Incidentally I know the guy who runs the Facebook F12/812 owners group and he recently sold his having had enough of the electrical issues. Good on you for sticking with it and I hope you continue to get the enjoyment out of it.
@@cowanscott9047 yes, the battery definitely seems to be the root of many issues. For whatever reason, Ferrari decided to put the battery next to a 6.3l V12 under the front bonnet - with all the heat coming from the engine, my dealer/workshop told me overheating electrics/batteries is a big issue. He once had an F12 in the workshop with a literally bent battery from the heat of the engine block. I had it replaced last year (own it since 2018) with an OEM FIAMM battery which brought almost no relieve. On top of that, the whole electrics broke down (not enough voltage in the car) during the starting process 7 out of 10 times I started up the car - especially when the engine was already hot. I had the starter engine and the battery replaced with a Varta AGM 95Ah just a month ago. A lot of the issues were gone (like the undervoltage during starting), but, as I said, I recently had another round of AVHS-/ESC-/manettino-errors. I rebooted the car and they were gone. Anyway, the car is in hibernation now and I will have to deal with it next year, should these issues return. A friend of mine owns a 488 GTB from new (had it delivered in 2018) and he also already had to have the battery replaced last year - despite it being plugged into the CTEK-charger every minute the car is not being driven (like my F12 is). It's a shame how Ferrari build the best engines but the worst electrics/electronics, haha. Yes, you could have certainly tried that, but it would have maybe only been a temporary relieve. Does the 812 also suffer from similar issues? Thank you, I do enjoy every second with the car and for me it is the most beautiful GT out there (if not the most beautiful Ferrari from the last 4 decades). I intend to keep it forever (if possible) as I hope it will become a classic once (especially as mine has the "classic" specification - solid black (although I have it wrapped in dark blue - very similar to Blu TdF) with yellow calipers, yellow rev counter, cuoio/black interior and daytona-seats in cuoio with grey stitching. Hopefully you have a good experience with Porsche!
Fantastic video - great content, witty, factual, well though out, great editing and individual to your own style and approach. Great work - keen them coming Damien…
Wow! What a recommendation! Gosh! I was viewing one of these today. There weren’t on my radar at all but somehow, in a world of SUVs it’s quirky and cool. It’s got great presence. I need to go and measure the length of my garage now. It’s very long! Thank you for such a great road test.
The Ferrari 550 was one of the best handling cars of all time that I’ve ever owned. Even Chris Evans, when I spoke to him, reluctantly confirmed that he wished he hadn’t of sold his. A former member of P1, I’ve driven a wealth of cars, over the years. And you’d be surprised at one of the most used and reliable, is the Maserati Quattroporte I use mine every day. 4.7 of Ferrari power, a real gem!
Great video as usual. The GTC4 Lusso is a lot of car for the money. I know a couple of owners and they love them. Only downside is a big V12 and a heavy car = lots of trips to the petrol station ⛽! They're not the most economical car ever made 😁 Keep up the good work . Andy.
I’ve been around a few of these and always I am amazed how great they look. I do like the FF as much, but also I have to say the 612 - not the modern screaming V12 but still, I’d buy one if I could. Get the GTC4 with warranty and you have the perfect one car garage.
Just jaw dropping, the first time I saw pics of it I imagined it was a prototype they would never build. But then they did and its phenomenal as you have just demonstrated. I think it looks wonderful from nearly every angle from the outside but inside it’s even better. Even the rear centre air vents look like fighter plane engines! A real hairy chested blokes motor if ever there was one, that might be sexist but I really don’t care, what a car. Flog the green nautilus (apparently they go for quite a bit at auction!), and treat yourself Damian. 😁
Hope Damian got a GTC4 Lusso - I have now owned mine for three years; on top of the fact that it has actually gone up in price; the cars grows on you and almost gets prettier each day. I was very worried that after getting it, Ferrari aficionados would berate me for having got a hatchback or wagon and not a "real" Ferrari but nothing would be further from the truth. When you actually see one - massive, long, elegant - better than photos of it by a mile and then having it in the garage, i must say it is a daily joy to get into it and go/come back from work in it. Performance is huge, it is fast - engine sound (fantastic - and I owned a GT3 Porsche before). Really nothing to complain about at all - I have red leather in original Griglio Grey brochure color. The only thing is to keep the warranty as the repairs can be expensive and remember to refresh your tyres because of its heavy weight tyre wear is high - if you drive it hard into corners. For those considering it - it is an unbelievable car, get it and you won't regret it - best Ferrari i have owned thus far - will be a hard day for me to part with it!😁
It’s winkie fizzle time. Because The Car Guys are talking Ferrari again. Gorgeous Lusso in that colour. Hope you do get one. There are many many fantastic cars. But IMO, very few that deliver that Maranello magic dust of sound, speed and excitement. Great episode. Chuckling at not wanting to return it. Nice one!
Stunning car in the perfect colour, and specification. What a proper gentleman’s express. Brilliant video and depth of detail in the review Damian. Your effort is very much appreciated.
@@Tential1 Which is a plus in my book: I’ve owned Subarus throughout the years and, where I live, they’re few and far between! You search the car-selling sites here and there have been one or two GTC4 Lussos for sale in the past couple of years, in the whole country! Imagine owning a Ferrari that rare.
What a car! This video actually puts us in the driving seat, love it! To me the best looking 4 seat Ferrari is the 456GT. I wonder when someone like Ratarossa or Tavarish will put a Scaglietti engine in one to make it perfect and problem free. I must say I have been appreciating to looks of the GTC4 Lusso more of late; your video highlights the swooping rear end and the haunches!
Go on Damien.. buy one. You know you want too. Get rid of the Maybach if you need the spot in the garage, or the readies to pay for it. 😁 The Lusso is a great everyday car, with an awesome soundtrack. Love your "give it some beans" facial expressions. " A kids wet dream"...classic. thanks to Chris for sharing.
That car has you written all over it Damien - the combination of the V12 and panoramic roof whilst carving elegantly along a Côte d’Azur coastal highway would be perpetually orgasmic. It’s such a shame it’s been discontinued to make way for what’s fundamentally a fatter version of itself that’ll mainly be bought by total nobsplodges. It’s definitely one of Ferrari’s most under-appreciated gems where they both pushed their own envelope and got basically everything right.
Yet another brilliant, quality and honest review! If my numbers come up tonight I will have one. Thought that before your video but now I want it even more! ( what a spec Chris!!👍). I must admit I have a secret hankering for the 612 Scag as I think it has aged well and looks great value. If you get the chance to film with one please do 🤞
Just Yes! Almost bought one 18 months ago……..very much wish I had. A super thing that will appreciate a little more and hold firm in the medium term. As you say ‘living the dream’ 👍
Nice car...very nice, but big, long and heavy for the UK's roads....hmmm. 🤔 Great vid Damian, but I urge patience as market is very high right now, so you might want to play a waiting game to avoid getting burned. 👍🏻
Good vid of the practical Ferrari. The 400 (John Bonham/Rain Man Tom Cruise) is bizarrely my fave 4 seater Ferrari and that pic. at 3.19 of 412 is fab. I had a 612 Scag it was truly dire in every respect! Not keen on looks of modern 4 seaters they look a bit BMW Z bread-van to me, but as you say they do the lot !
@@FrostedSeagull Hot Rod Van indeed sir. The only thing John Bonham loved more than playing the drums was cars. The hard-hitting, even harder-drinking Bonzo had one of the best car collections in rock and never passed up an opportunity to add to it. Although he was obsessed with Jensens, the car he is best known for is his Andy's Instant T hot rod that appeared in the movie The Song Remains The Same. Built in San Francisco by “The Rodfather” Andy Brizio, it was based on a C-Cab Model-T and featured a Chevy V8 engine. Bonzo had it transported to the UK and kept it until 1976. A few years ago it was advertised on eBay for £250,000
By far the best car review Ive ever seen. But then again I am biased. Brilliant job Damien thoroughly enjoyed contributing in my own small way to the channel. Keep up the great work 👍
I love this car and would love to own one. But I still think the AM Rapide S is a more beautiful true 4 seater. Had one for a few years. Really wonderful. Only rear wheel drive, though.
Great video, as always. Have to strongly disagree with you about the 70s/80s 365-412. One of Ferrari’s most elegant designs to my eyes. Not ugly at all, but of it’s time I’ll agree.
FF>GTC4 Lusso. The hydraulic steering and Pininfarina design are much better than the the Lusso. The FF has much more of an analogue and classic "Ferrari" feel to it. I chose the FF over the Lusso and daily it. The Lusso is also going to be the last V12 2+2.
Great vid - I used one of these as my daily for three years. They’re great. Easy to drive, very quick and has super presence. However the big problem is it has a tiny tank and drinks fuel. You literally spend way too much time with the fuel gauge flashing yellow and looking to refuel. That and it eats tyres. And whilst it’s more reliable and useable than the FF, you see where Ferrari have saved money on interior quality - the leather is much thinner and the steering column is plastic rather than lined in leather. You need to spec more carbon bits because standard trim looks cheap.
91 litres isn't a particularly tiny tank, it just drinks! Little tip: keep the fuel above the half way mark - you burn less 😉The interior is mint, even without loads of carbon. Leather is beautiful. Don't see what the issue is?
@F22Raptor2006, great question! Less fuel = lighter car. Less air in tank = less evaporation. I find it uses less fuel keeping over half fill. It drinks it pretty quickly
Thanks for yet another excellent video! Just one quick note: you seem to have forgotten the Mondial somewhere between the 412 and 456… not that there is much to remember 😉
I haven't driven an GTC4L but I prefer the rear light set up of the FF, I don't like the front slide slits or the air vents. I do like the indicators- but have never had an issue with the FF's. You press them and the turn signal comes on? And I like the sat nav. But I use my waze app on my phone and you can bluetooth connect it so you can play whatever you like so it isn't an issue for me either. Major killer for me with the GTC4L is the electric steering, over the FF's hydraulic. Makes a massive difference, in early gen electric it will never be as good as hydraulic, which is a big thing in my books. Both great cars, but wouldn't say is better than the FF.
Totally agree it’s not the prettiest Ferrari but it’s definitely the best looking four seater. The spec on that particular car is absolutely spot on. Cracking vid as always 👍🏻
Good video as always, though one small mistake, it is 0-124mph in 10.5s, as this is the time to 200 km/h not 100mph. I think this car is a bit ugly, but then I was never keen when BMW did it to the M coupe as well, the post van back.... Great engine though and good to drive no doubt.
I always thought that it should have been made with a V8 to begin with as a GT should be. But when they made the V8 without All Wheel Drive they ruined that for me. I want it for winter driving in the States.
I have long lusted after the FF, especially after following Schmee's ownership experiences, but they're getting on a bit now, so I've landed myself with the desire to own one of these GT4C Lussos.....and it simply HAS to be the V12...... THANK YOU CarGuys for the confirmation....now....where's that damn chequebook....?
Another great video - however I have a complaint that you are showcasing the cars I am thinking of buying to driving up the prices 😢😂. Thanks for the great work !
But you have a few meany seats cars and lots of fast 2 seater ones too ..so it's prob something you wouldn't use much.. Nice day for a spin on some else's tyres mind..thanks for the trip.👍😎
I agree that it’s the most practical Ferrari ever made but I have a very hard time with that side profile. The proportions just seem wrong. I could probably get over it though.
Great vid I love 4 seat Ferrari’s, especially 612 with challenge stradale wheels. Not sure Enzo ever spent time in a 456 though unless he was dug up and placed on the back seat.
Yep - indicators! Ferrari has it right. After driving the Lusso and getting back into a car that has normal indicators, it's like going from an automatic & stepping back into a manual.
This is the fastest thing you can buy to get to IKEA. I personally struggle with the back, the California T is much prettier in my opinion and fits 4 as well.
Everyone who has driven an F50 absolutely love it! I always expect to wake up one morning to find out that Damien has sold half of the collection and replaced them with a 288GTO!🤣
The Lusso is the car. If you don't live in Australia where prices are Fairy Tales, get one now. I have looked at buying in the UK and importing one. It is the cheaper option.
@Damian Enzo did well to drive a 456 GT in the final years of his life when it wasn't launched for another 4 years after his death! More than likely he was in a 400 or 412. Love the channel but I couldn't let that one slip!
Come on Damian! You should have got in the back and showed us how much room there is, and the luxury the passengers have. I think that would have put the icing on the cake with this video. Great anyway though. Keep 'em coming.
I think this and the FF are Ferrari at there best. Not really a fan of Ferraris at all but these are amazing looking. Do prefer the FF though as well visually.
If you don't mind chunky depreciation while sitting in the garage OK.If you really going to drive it with couple of sproggs then even almost sensible...otherwise no way.Nice engine must agree epic. Coming up to the big five o ? Hope you go mental with something stunning to celebrate ..car wise -:)
This will stay great and really usable Ferrari but the performance is incredible and 100% Ferrari. Get it! NA V12. Weight is ok in this super GT category. I wish you a great hunting. Terminator and back home safely is one of the best lines I heard.
One question: What is your verdict on the comfort of the front seats? I watched one review that said they were incredibly uncomfortable! Just one of many reviews, but not having had the chance to live with one of these over many hours at the wheel, it is my one concern.
If I was ever able to get a Ferrari the GTC4Lusso would be what I'd want. Stupid fast, handles great, and you can actually use it other than as a "toy". IMO it's drop dead gorgeous also.
My favourite Ferrari too, (I don't like Ferrari on the whole). It's a little too raw for my liking but yeah, not bad at all.
Also there’s a certain RS6-ness that just makes it seem so cool - it just really shouldnt be that fast, that handsome or that capable.
Gary we’ve never met but we have the same train of thought on this car.
Erm. I’m fairly sure ENZO was dead by the time the 456 was released…?! 🤷🏼♂️ 1994 was the release date. And he died in 1988. Now. If you meant Luca? Yes. It was his favourite car I believe…
Did wonder about that...
That was great, thanks for uploading! Personally I think people have only recently woken up to how good the FF & Lusso are. In the hands of any normal driver it's basically an F12 that's more versatile. Obviously a more experienced driver would beg to differ but I am not so talented! As a father of two young daughters the opportunities to get behind the wheel of a two seater in my spare time simply doesn't exist. My FF however has seen some miles this year, everything from cross country jaunts to the school run. People want to enjoy these beasts while they can and the FF & Lusso provide more opportunities to do so. That's why values have risen.
Yours truly; Blu Tour De France FF owner.
Perfect, and yes you are completely right
Bang on. I own an FF and it's become obvious that the wider market has woken up to them, and the Lusso. My ideal is an FF with the tech of the Lusso. A Novitec/Capristo set up, or similar, opens up the most delicious noise. It's special every single time and fits 4 people in comfort and luggage. There are no downsides, as lomg as yo don't ever try and calculate the MPG. There is no MPG in the computer, and it isn't because they forgot....
@@pharmacells it's a practical Ferrari. I'm surprised it didn't take off. Ya you can have a cool occasional sports car, but the real boss is a person who felt the need to buy a practical Ferrari. That's more boss level to me personally than any exotic. " I don't drive this to show off I drive it because it's practical" (said about a v12 freaking ferrari.) ya.. That's just epic. And the Ferrari 4 seaters are still freaking amazing cars.
Its a detuned Enzo engine if im correct,just amazing really and practical too !
@@pharmacells You own the best Ferrari of recent memory. A stunning looking, incredible sounding machine.
Had the pleasure to drive an FF in 2015 and I've been obsessed by the GTC4 Lusso since it got out. Definitely the first 4 seater GT I'd buy if I could. Sounds awesome, comfortable and practical. Perfect package for a daily.
Never liked the lusso until I saw one at the gas station and I understood what this car is about. This is a Ferrari you can truly enjoy everyday and people who are not into cars don't know that this car is something special and it doesn't draw crazy attention like a 458 of 488 would.
Great review! As a previous owner of an F12 in TDF blue, I think the GTC4 Lusso is the mutt's nuts if you want that extra usability and... err.. traction!
Why on earth did you sell your F12? :-(
@@spiller212 Did 3.5k in under a year but there was an undiagnosed gearbox issue and it spent a total of 2 months at the dealer in that time, I simply lost confidence in it. Sold it and got almost all my money back and now back with Porsche. A shame though, just unlucky, but the driving experience will be hard to beat..
@@cowanscott9047 somehow I feel you. My F12 suffers from a lot of electronic gremlins - just a month ago I finally thought they fixed all of that (with another hefty workshop bill) until this week I put the ignition on and "AVHS/manettino/ESC etc."-error messages came on again. It's a nuisance, but fortunately the car itself more than makes up for that.
@@spiller212 Did you replace the battery? I'm kicking myself for not replacing the battery when I first collected it... A slightly weak battery seems to be the cause of so many of the electrical issues in these cars. I eventually had it replaced when I last picked it up from the dealer and immediately noticed that the charge was sitting higher but crucially remained more consistent.. this was on my last journey to the Porsche dealer.. I did wonder if a simple battery swap had done the trick.. I'll never know.. Incidentally I know the guy who runs the Facebook F12/812 owners group and he recently sold his having had enough of the electrical issues. Good on you for sticking with it and I hope you continue to get the enjoyment out of it.
@@cowanscott9047 yes, the battery definitely seems to be the root of many issues. For whatever reason, Ferrari decided to put the battery next to a 6.3l V12 under the front bonnet - with all the heat coming from the engine, my dealer/workshop told me overheating electrics/batteries is a big issue. He once had an F12 in the workshop with a literally bent battery from the heat of the engine block. I had it replaced last year (own it since 2018) with an OEM FIAMM battery which brought almost no relieve. On top of that, the whole electrics broke down (not enough voltage in the car) during the starting process 7 out of 10 times I started up the car - especially when the engine was already hot. I had the starter engine and the battery replaced with a Varta AGM 95Ah just a month ago. A lot of the issues were gone (like the undervoltage during starting), but, as I said, I recently had another round of AVHS-/ESC-/manettino-errors. I rebooted the car and they were gone. Anyway, the car is in hibernation now and I will have to deal with it next year, should these issues return. A friend of mine owns a 488 GTB from new (had it delivered in 2018) and he also already had to have the battery replaced last year - despite it being plugged into the CTEK-charger every minute the car is not being driven (like my F12 is). It's a shame how Ferrari build the best engines but the worst electrics/electronics, haha.
Yes, you could have certainly tried that, but it would have maybe only been a temporary relieve. Does the 812 also suffer from similar issues?
Thank you, I do enjoy every second with the car and for me it is the most beautiful GT out there (if not the most beautiful Ferrari from the last 4 decades). I intend to keep it forever (if possible) as I hope it will become a classic once (especially as mine has the "classic" specification - solid black (although I have it wrapped in dark blue - very similar to Blu TdF) with yellow calipers, yellow rev counter, cuoio/black interior and daytona-seats in cuoio with grey stitching. Hopefully you have a good experience with Porsche!
One of my favorite Ferraris, god that design is just beatiful
Fantastic video - great content, witty, factual, well though out, great editing and individual to your own style and approach.
Great work - keen them coming Damien…
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you very much
Wow! What a recommendation! Gosh! I was viewing one of these today. There weren’t on my radar at all but somehow, in a world of SUVs it’s quirky and cool. It’s got great presence. I need to go and measure the length of my garage now. It’s very long!
Thank you for such a great road test.
My pleasure
The Ferrari 550 was one of the best handling cars of all time that I’ve ever owned. Even Chris Evans, when I spoke to him, reluctantly confirmed that he wished he hadn’t of sold his.
A former member of P1, I’ve driven a wealth of cars, over the years. And you’d be surprised at one of the most used and reliable, is the Maserati Quattroporte I use mine every day. 4.7 of Ferrari power, a real gem!
Great video as usual. The GTC4 Lusso is a lot of car for the money. I know a couple of owners and they love them. Only downside is a big V12 and a heavy car = lots of trips to the petrol station ⛽! They're not the most economical car ever made 😁 Keep up the good work . Andy.
Thanks for watching, Andy
That's actually an upside because you have to go to the petrol station a lot because it means you get to drive more
I’ve been around a few of these and always I am amazed how great they look. I do like the FF as much, but also I have to say the 612 - not the modern screaming V12 but still, I’d buy one if I could. Get the GTC4 with warranty and you have the perfect one car garage.
Just jaw dropping, the first time I saw pics of it I imagined it was a prototype they would never build. But then they did and its phenomenal as you have just demonstrated. I think it looks wonderful from nearly every angle from the outside but inside it’s even better. Even the rear centre air vents look like fighter plane engines! A real hairy chested blokes motor if ever there was one, that might be sexist but I really don’t care, what a car.
Flog the green nautilus (apparently they go for quite a bit at auction!), and treat yourself Damian. 😁
‘A child’s wet dream’ 🤣🤣🤣
Another great video Damian.
I prefer the looks of the FF more, and then the 456 (with larger BBS/Challenge rims) even more
Hope Damian got a GTC4 Lusso - I have now owned mine for three years; on top of the fact that it has actually gone up in price; the cars grows on you and almost gets prettier each day. I was very worried that after getting it, Ferrari aficionados would berate me for having got a hatchback or wagon and not a "real" Ferrari but nothing would be further from the truth. When you actually see one - massive, long, elegant - better than photos of it by a mile and then having it in the garage, i must say it is a daily joy to get into it and go/come back from work in it. Performance is huge, it is fast - engine sound (fantastic - and I owned a GT3 Porsche before). Really nothing to complain about at all - I have red leather in original Griglio Grey brochure color. The only thing is to keep the warranty as the repairs can be expensive and remember to refresh your tyres because of its heavy weight tyre wear is high - if you drive it hard into corners. For those considering it - it is an unbelievable car, get it and you won't regret it - best Ferrari i have owned thus far - will be a hard day for me to part with it!😁
It’s winkie fizzle time. Because The Car Guys are talking Ferrari again. Gorgeous Lusso in that colour. Hope you do get one. There are many many fantastic cars. But IMO, very few that deliver that Maranello magic dust of sound, speed and excitement. Great episode. Chuckling at not wanting to return it. Nice one!
Stunning car in the perfect colour, and specification. What a proper gentleman’s express. Brilliant video and depth of detail in the review Damian. Your effort is very much appreciated.
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Chris took me for a spirited drive in this car last weekend, what an immense car.
Absolutely! If something must go to make room, I'd say the 750i or the Phantom, then you'd still have the Maybach to fill the large car need.
Apart from being a 12-cylinder Ferrari you can actually daily-drive, it is a shooting brake, and these are really rare, and glorious.
If you aren't part of a car group, you could probably go a full lifetime without seeing a person with the same car as you. That is rarity.
@@Tential1 Which is a plus in my book: I’ve owned Subarus throughout the years and, where I live, they’re few and far between! You search the car-selling sites here and there have been one or two GTC4 Lussos for sale in the past couple of years, in the whole country! Imagine owning a Ferrari that rare.
I bought a Luuso T this year, it has become one of my favourite Ferrari's in my garage. Thanks for doing a review.
I thought of your car when I saw this video! I do enjoy seeing it on your channel!
@@henryhol8538 Hopefully new video next week. Lusso T owners review. Thanks for watching my channel.
What a car! This video actually puts us in the driving seat, love it! To me the best looking 4 seat Ferrari is the 456GT. I wonder when someone like Ratarossa or Tavarish will put a Scaglietti engine in one to make it perfect and problem free. I must say I have been appreciating to looks of the GTC4 Lusso more of late; your video highlights the swooping rear end and the haunches!
The V12 Gtc4 lusso does 0-100mph a lot quicker the 10.5 secs, I believe it to be low 7's, the 10.5 figure is most likely the 0-124mph stat.
Go on Damien.. buy one. You know you want too. Get rid of the Maybach if you need the spot in the garage, or the readies to pay for it. 😁 The Lusso is a great everyday car, with an awesome soundtrack. Love your "give it some beans" facial expressions. " A kids wet dream"...classic. thanks to Chris for sharing.
I love the shooting brake style I hope to see it again on new designs, without being a SUV.
That car has you written all over it Damien - the combination of the V12 and panoramic roof whilst carving elegantly along a Côte d’Azur coastal highway would be perpetually orgasmic. It’s such a shame it’s been discontinued to make way for what’s fundamentally a fatter version of itself that’ll mainly be bought by total nobsplodges. It’s definitely one of Ferrari’s most under-appreciated gems where they both pushed their own envelope and got basically everything right.
Yet another brilliant, quality and honest review! If my numbers come up tonight I will have one. Thought that before your video but now I want it even more! ( what a spec Chris!!👍). I must admit I have a secret hankering for the 612 Scag as I think it has aged well and looks great value. If you get the chance to film with one please do 🤞
Cheers, Keith
A McLaren who wants a Ferrari. 😁
Just Yes! Almost bought one 18 months ago……..very much wish I had. A super thing that will appreciate a little more and hold firm in the medium term. As you say ‘living the dream’ 👍
Right on!
Nice car...very nice, but big, long and heavy for the UK's roads....hmmm. 🤔 Great vid Damian, but I urge patience as market is very high right now, so you might want to play a waiting game to avoid getting burned. 👍🏻
The look on your face after giving it some bean's classic ,would have liked to see you sit in the back to see how much space you really get
Good vid of the practical Ferrari. The 400 (John Bonham/Rain Man Tom Cruise) is bizarrely my fave 4 seater Ferrari and that pic. at 3.19 of 412 is fab. I had a 612 Scag it was truly dire in every respect! Not keen on looks of modern 4 seaters they look a bit BMW Z bread-van to me, but as you say they do the lot !
Speaking of John Bonham . . . didnt he buy, own and love driving a bread van as part of his really quirky personality? 🤪
@@FrostedSeagull Hot Rod Van indeed sir. The only thing John Bonham loved more than playing the drums was cars. The hard-hitting, even harder-drinking Bonzo had one of the best car collections in rock and never passed up an opportunity to add to it. Although he was obsessed with Jensens, the car he is best known for is his Andy's Instant T hot rod that appeared in the movie The Song Remains The Same. Built in San Francisco by “The Rodfather” Andy Brizio, it was based on a C-Cab Model-T and featured a Chevy V8 engine. Bonzo had it transported to the UK and kept it until 1976. A few years ago it was advertised on eBay for £250,000
I’d snag one while you can, Damian. It’s one of the cars that’s a natural fit for you and your collection but long missing from your garage.
Yes yes yes yes! Buy one. There is nothing I don’t like about these and that engine note.. I need that as my ringtone!
By far the best car review Ive ever seen. But then again I am biased. Brilliant job Damien thoroughly enjoyed contributing in my own small way to the channel. Keep up the great work 👍
Cheers - a pleasure seeing you again. What a car!
Outstanding work Chris! Heartfelt thanks from all of us CG viewers for your generosity.
@@TheCarGuysTV likewise Damien. Great to catch up and be a part of the channel. Superb content as ever. So much better than Shmee "Cheeeeeers!"
@@christianbliss8944 Thanks Christian. It was an absolute pleasure as a CG fan myself I leapt at the chance to feature the Lusso. Love the channel
I love this car and would love to own one. But I still think the AM Rapide S is a more beautiful true 4 seater. Had one for a few years. Really wonderful. Only rear wheel drive, though.
Never driven one
Great video, as always. Have to strongly disagree with you about the 70s/80s 365-412. One of Ferrari’s most elegant designs to my eyes. Not ugly at all, but of it’s time I’ll agree.
Really enjoyed that Damian
Brilliant 👍
That has to be the best colour combination. Good looking car, Great sound, what's not to like. Would be a great addition to the garage.
FF>GTC4 Lusso. The hydraulic steering and Pininfarina design are much better than the the Lusso. The FF has much more of an analogue and classic "Ferrari" feel to it.
I chose the FF over the Lusso and daily it.
The Lusso is also going to be the last V12 2+2.
Great vid - I used one of these as my daily for three years. They’re great. Easy to drive, very quick and has super presence. However the big problem is it has a tiny tank and drinks fuel. You literally spend way too much time with the fuel gauge flashing yellow and looking to refuel. That and it eats tyres. And whilst it’s more reliable and useable than the FF, you see where Ferrari have saved money on interior quality - the leather is much thinner and the steering column is plastic rather than lined in leather. You need to spec more carbon bits because standard trim looks cheap.
Excellent advice, thanks
91 litres isn't a particularly tiny tank, it just drinks! Little tip: keep the fuel above the half way mark - you burn less 😉The interior is mint, even without loads of carbon. Leather is beautiful. Don't see what the issue is?
@@michaeltriber7903does it actually drink less that way? Doesn't make much sense 🤔
@F22Raptor2006, great question! Less fuel = lighter car. Less air in tank = less evaporation. I find it uses less fuel keeping over half fill. It drinks it pretty quickly
Thanks for yet another excellent video! Just one quick note: you seem to have forgotten the Mondial somewhere between the 412 and 456… not that there is much to remember 😉
The mondial was not a v12 !
@Harry Indeed… and neither was the Lusso T also mentionned.
I love the Lusso! A friend mine has a Lusso as daily since 2018 and the car is absolutely perfect!!
Damian, the GTC4 Lusso is gorgeous, especially with the panoramic roof. It would be an awesome addition to your collection!
I love these cars so much, everything about them. Perfect daily unless you live somewhere with tiny roads.
I haven't driven an GTC4L but I prefer the rear light set up of the FF, I don't like the front slide slits or the air vents. I do like the indicators- but have never had an issue with the FF's. You press them and the turn signal comes on? And I like the sat nav. But I use my waze app on my phone and you can bluetooth connect it so you can play whatever you like so it isn't an issue for me either. Major killer for me with the GTC4L is the electric steering, over the FF's hydraulic. Makes a massive difference, in early gen electric it will never be as good as hydraulic, which is a big thing in my books. Both great cars, but wouldn't say is better than the FF.
That engine sound. Wow. Awesome car.
Totally agree it’s not the prettiest Ferrari but it’s definitely the best looking four seater. The spec on that particular car is absolutely spot on. Cracking vid as always 👍🏻
This to me is the more desirable Ferrari model, a future classic.
"It's like the Terminator"........love it. That's why I enjoy your videos so much. Go on buy one. You know you want to
Right on
Good video as always, though one small mistake, it is 0-124mph in 10.5s, as this is the time to 200 km/h not 100mph.
I think this car is a bit ugly, but then I was never keen when BMW did it to the M coupe as well, the post van back.... Great engine though and good to drive no doubt.
I always thought that it should have been made with a V8 to begin with as a GT should be. But when they made the V8 without All Wheel Drive they ruined that for me. I want it for winter driving in the States.
I have long lusted after the FF, especially after following Schmee's ownership experiences, but they're getting on a bit now, so I've landed myself with the desire to own one of these GT4C Lussos.....and it simply HAS to be the V12...... THANK YOU CarGuys for the confirmation....now....where's that damn chequebook....?
Another great video - however I have a complaint that you are showcasing the cars I am thinking of buying to driving up the prices 😢😂. Thanks for the great work !
Apologies for that 😀
Great Ferrari daily/family car. The 412 and 456 cars still look great. The last car I recall being associated with Enzo was the Testarossa.
F40 was the last car signed off in purple ink.
The last car he owned was a pearlescent dark blue 412.
Yummy, some stylish beans 😃 big up to Chris for helping this happen 👍
For sure!!
Love the size of the MPH icons, air blowers, and passenger dash, quite unique.
But you have a few meany seats cars and lots of fast 2 seater ones too ..so it's prob something you wouldn't use much.. Nice day for a spin on some else's tyres mind..thanks for the trip.👍😎
I agree that it’s the most practical Ferrari ever made but I have a very hard time with that side profile. The proportions just seem wrong. I could probably get over it though.
Great vid I love 4 seat Ferrari’s, especially 612 with challenge stradale wheels. Not sure Enzo ever spent time in a 456 though unless he was dug up and placed on the back seat.
😂😂
Thank you Chris 🙏
That’s a particularly nice example
I think you have talked yourself into it Damian…. Let the search begin 👌🏻 that’s a proper motor…
Yep - indicators! Ferrari has it right. After driving the Lusso and getting back into a car that has normal indicators, it's like going from an automatic & stepping back into a manual.
Another great video , one of my favourite cars love these surely one of the all time great Ferraris 4WD V12 Front engined magnificent
This is the fastest thing you can buy to get to IKEA. I personally struggle with the back, the California T is much prettier in my opinion and fits 4 as well.
What you need on the channel is a F50 or a 288 GTO.
288 gto. My all time fav Ferrari and car.
Hard to argue with that logic
Everyone who has driven an F50 absolutely love it! I always expect to wake up one morning to find out that Damien has sold half of the collection and replaced them with a 288GTO!🤣
Great episode ....never realised just how good these were 👍
The Lusso is the car. If you don't live in Australia where prices are Fairy Tales, get one now. I have looked at buying in the UK and importing one. It is the cheaper option.
Wonderful. I love them, not many around as you say. Buy one if you can.
this is my dads daily and it's one of the best ferrari's that are ever made in the last 10 years
@Damian Enzo did well to drive a 456 GT in the final years of his life when it wasn't launched for another 4 years after his death! More than likely he was in a 400 or 412. Love the channel but I couldn't let that one slip!
It was the 412
Wonderful video. Only complaint is you don’t do more!::)
You can’t beat that drive to Alton Towers!
As usual a great video Damien 👏 Beautiful car and glorious sounding V12...buy buy buy!!
Thanks! 👍
I think that was 2 gallons just in the two beanage runs😁. Stunning car
Come on Damian! You should have got in the back and showed us how much room there is, and the luxury the passengers have. I think that would have put the icing on the cake with this video. Great anyway though. Keep 'em coming.
I did think about it - ran out of time.
Very Nice. Greta review. FORZA FERRARI
I think this and the FF are Ferrari at there best. Not really a fan of Ferraris at all but these are amazing looking. Do prefer the FF though as well visually.
Great review!
Yess, you will buy one….. thank you for sharing 🙏
I absolutely love that spec it’s stunning
If you don't mind chunky depreciation while sitting in the garage OK.If you really going to drive it with couple of sproggs then even almost sensible...otherwise no way.Nice engine must agree epic. Coming up to the big five o ? Hope you go mental with something stunning to celebrate ..car wise -:)
Nice one Chris 👍🏼
This will stay great and really usable Ferrari but the performance is incredible and 100% Ferrari. Get it! NA V12. Weight is ok in this super GT category. I wish you a great hunting. Terminator and back home safely is one of the best lines I heard.
My favourite model AND spec 😍 Well done 👍🏻
Absolutely great detailed review of this amazing vehicle.
👍🏻👍🏻
I just love this car and I would buy it immediately if I could afford it!
My fav Ferrari - (Except when shmmee 150 had one)
Seems like the GTC4Lusso fixed all the issues with the FF.
I personnel prefer the V8 Lusso T after testing both, the v8 feels much better with similar power, the v12 sound better though
Perfect car for all occaisons. I suggest you grab one. Cheers!
One question: What is your verdict on the comfort of the front seats? I watched one review that said they were incredibly uncomfortable! Just one of many reviews, but not having had the chance to live with one of these over many hours at the wheel, it is my one concern.
I didn’t have a problem with the ones in this car - there are 3 types though
@@TheCarGuysTV Good to know. Thank you!
My one concern is not being able to afford to buy it 😕.
Forthright as ever, gorgeous car can see both my Staffies in the back 😎
Brilliant video, editing and review. Beautiful car
Thanks, Paul
I came so close still looking from afar good hunting for this one
Interesting, still like the FF tbh.
My favourite modern Ferrari by far , especially in that colour combination
Lovely 👍🏻👍🏻
A transit van won’t have enough space for my other half’s luggage
Well said! It’s the first modern Ferrari I’d purchase if I had the means.
Stunning car , drives beautifully, such sure footedness from a V12 Ferrari 😊
Couldn't agree more!