Test Drive with the Alfa Romeo 4C Spider

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  • čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
  • It's not a new kid on the block but I do seem to have missed ever jumping behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo 4C so what better than to head to Italy to give the Spider a run out and see what it's all about!
    Featuring a 1.75 liter 4 cylinder turbo engine with 240PS and 350Nm, but weighing just 940kg dry (1080kg wet), it makes for quite an interesting car with a carbon tub and a 6-speed double-clutch gearbox but at a much lower price point than you might expect of 'just' £58,400 to start.
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Komentáře • 329

  • @Shmee150
    @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +71

    It's not a new kid on the block but I do seem to have missed ever jumping behind the wheel of the Alfa Romeo 4C so what better than to head to Italy to give the Spider a run out and see what it's all about!

    • @vincentcampagna3254
      @vincentcampagna3254 Před 7 lety

      Pls don't call this a supercar, A freaking 911 turbo, is not consider as a supercar, And its 10x times better

    • @matthewmanuel8965
      @matthewmanuel8965 Před 7 lety +2

      bat vcam if you don't consider a 911 turbo a supercar than I don't know what is a supercar

    • @Three_Random_Words
      @Three_Random_Words Před 7 lety +3

      Now take a look at the 8C tuned Disco Volante, sexiest car ever.

    • @timgermanyjr
      @timgermanyjr Před 7 lety +2

      911s are super sports cars. And for the same reason the ZR1 or Z06 aren't supercars. They're based on run of the mill sports cars.

    • @F1ll1nTh3Blanks
      @F1ll1nTh3Blanks Před 7 lety

      GreenJelloHell saw one earlier on today

  • @autizmusaukaliptus8434
    @autizmusaukaliptus8434 Před 7 lety +203

    Did he just say midget car hahaha

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +60

      "Mid engined" - funny how that came out!

    • @popcornn00
      @popcornn00 Před 7 lety

      jebise cigo I think he did by mistake. lol

    • @stefanfreestylez
      @stefanfreestylez Před 7 lety

      jebise cigo lmao im laughing more at your username fucken gold ahhaha

  • @storck08
    @storck08 Před 7 lety +29

    Mid engined, carbon tub sportscar from Italy with an Alfa Romeo badge, made in limited numbers each year and you people say it's expensive?? What's wrong with you people...

    • @MiketheNerdRanger
      @MiketheNerdRanger Před 7 lety +3

      storck08 People don't like to pay for anything, they want it handed to them. They're kinda spoiled, yknow?

  • @stanradley9677
    @stanradley9677 Před 7 lety +4

    I own a low milage 4C Coupe, I love it. It is the closest thing to riding my super bikes that I have driven, it makes you feel alive, brilliant, puts a big grin on your face.

  • @AutomotiveMike
    @AutomotiveMike Před 7 lety +32

    Light + enough horse power + sexy looks = FUN!!!

  • @bikestoempert
    @bikestoempert Před 7 lety +5

    straight pipe and ecu tune and this car is a beast! i saw in holland a 4c with 315 hp and straight pipe insane sound

  • @TINOKB24
    @TINOKB24 Před 7 lety +14

    Ouch! No love for this 4c on your review. You didn't even put the car in race mode. As a 4c owner I will say nothing puts a better smile on your face more then driving this car for 2 hours on a Sunday! Carbon fiber tub mid Italian car for the price point it's amazing! It's a weekend go kart! You forgot to mention that!

  • @gladdy6412
    @gladdy6412 Před 7 lety +13

    For me, the most beautiful car in the world.

  • @RSHighlights
    @RSHighlights Před 7 lety +57

    jump scare at 0:04

  • @ajcgolf69
    @ajcgolf69 Před 7 lety +2

    From factory you can spec an Akrapovic exhaust on the new 4C's which sounds pretty awesome for a 4 cylinder engine and changes the wow factor of the car as well in my opinion

  • @bucabrandon
    @bucabrandon Před 7 lety +1

    I've been fortunate enough to drive a 4C, and I have to say the sports exhaust makes a HUGE difference. You get those upshift "burps" that really add to the experience.

  • @CostaGvs
    @CostaGvs Před 7 lety +13

    It has a very nice exhaust sound,with the optional race exhaust with no mufflers.Its not fitted in this car you tested unfortunately

  • @MattMaranMotoring
    @MattMaranMotoring Před 7 lety +2

    I'm waiting to see if these will depreciate to a reasonable price eventually. I drove one once briefly and it was pretty fun but if you want an actual affordable and lightweight mid-engine car, a used Lotus Elise seems like a better buy.

  • @erwintjia
    @erwintjia Před 7 lety +6

    That back end belongs to art museum.

  • @alfo4c489
    @alfo4c489 Před 7 lety +57

    The Racing Exhaust is missing....

    • @markhermens1174
      @markhermens1174 Před 7 lety +4

      You mean A CAR is missing

    • @alfo4c489
      @alfo4c489 Před 7 lety +2

      do you even own a car ore are you just trolling?

    • @markhermens1174
      @markhermens1174 Před 7 lety

      Alfo 4C what a response, sigh.
      yes i do own a car

    • @nino9273
      @nino9273 Před 7 lety

      Mark Hermens Civic?

    • @markhermens1174
      @markhermens1174 Před 7 lety

      Willem Alexander VDB nope, I drivea grand pa mobile.
      2014 Lincoln MKZ Hybrid

  • @SawyersChoice
    @SawyersChoice Před 7 lety +15

    alfa is making a run for it.. lot of advertising dollars over here in the u.s... sponsoring the super bowl and all..

    • @DavidZafra
      @DavidZafra Před 7 lety

      PorschePilot good luck..

    • @SawyersChoice
      @SawyersChoice Před 7 lety +1

      David Zafra naw D not for me.
      I don't see anything they got that could really compare to even my carrera S.. 🏁👍🏼🚗💨

    • @RM-ep2dc
      @RM-ep2dc Před 7 lety

      What about the Alfa Romeo Gulia Quadrifoglio? Its like the Ferrari Sedan (Engine built by Ferrari) with 510hp. And its a fucking beast on the track. All that here in Germany for just 59k € (base price is 72k € here in Germany but many dealers start at 59k € new)

  • @CrustyTheElf
    @CrustyTheElf Před 7 lety +11

    That paint is amazing! 😍🤤

  • @davidebonannini640
    @davidebonannini640 Před 7 lety +4

    well when a 4c passes by in town it makes a certain low rumble among buildings and usually makes me turn my head and look.

  • @denisspratt926
    @denisspratt926 Před 7 lety +12

    The new Alpine A110 should be interesting compared to the 4C.

  • @Matthew-lv2bg
    @Matthew-lv2bg Před 7 lety +4

    Hey Shmee, I was wondering. Would you ever be interested in doing something in the project car area? You have all these beautiful new cars, which I absolutely love watching. But would you be interested getting something like, i dont know, an used Golf R, or a sporty Mini or something like that. Something that isnt too too expensive and turn into a power house, or a track car in which you would do track days. Something like that? I dont know to what extent you are capable as a car builder ( I have never done it), but maybe like building a car with someone who knows the stuff, and you learning about it and just having fun could make for an interesting content. Anyways, just a thought. Enjoy what you, we certainly enjoy watching it, Cheers.

  • @neilbaldacchino3524
    @neilbaldacchino3524 Před 7 lety +2

    Just wanted to let you know that your videos are really entertaining and I really enjoy them!👍👏

  • @adambadri6161
    @adambadri6161 Před 7 lety +1

    I love the old fashioned way to start a car

  • @aamvoor
    @aamvoor Před 7 lety +1

    Nice review of one of the nicest driverscar around

  • @ezbron
    @ezbron Před 7 lety +1

    Oh Man... I am wondering how cool would be Alfa Romeo updating the 8C to the todays Alfa romeo! Even keeping the design and just slightly updated
    But that 4C is stunning... basic but fun

  • @CS-yr7bg
    @CS-yr7bg Před 7 lety +41

    So you call this a "supercar" but u call an r8 a sports car?

    • @CS-yr7bg
      @CS-yr7bg Před 7 lety

      The Swiss Sheep Shepherd Are you talking about the v10 or the v8 r8

    • @1183newman
      @1183newman Před 7 lety +1

      this is a sports car because its performance is within the sports car range. It is however an exotic sports car but this isnt a supercar. The lotus Esprit Turbo is a super car, However this is obviously faster than the Esprit. Reason for this is the Esprit was a super car for its day, but this isnt.

    • @mollymarsgal3377
      @mollymarsgal3377 Před 7 lety

      Ciaran2468 There's only the v10 now.

  • @brandong1442
    @brandong1442 Před 7 lety +1

    Getting awfully close to 1 million subscribers! Keep up the good work!

  • @Gavownian
    @Gavownian Před 7 lety +2

    I can't wait for someone to shoe-horn the Giulia Quadrifolio engine into one of these! : )

  • @MafimoTV
    @MafimoTV Před 7 lety +2

    Shmee I love your type of videos becuse you explain a lot about the cars in detail. I hope to achive something similar soon!

  • @kW4CK
    @kW4CK Před 7 lety +1

    A very cool car, I almost bought one but ended up buying a Cayman GT4. I have, however, recently ordered a Giulia Quadrifoglio.......

  • @Joker-pz6nr
    @Joker-pz6nr Před 7 lety +1

    OMG I love that car!!!!!! I love the look's and the engine sound!!!!!😍😍😍😍😍

  • @schubioncars
    @schubioncars Před 7 lety

    You can say everything about alfa's but they were always looking awesome!!!! There is not one you can call ugly... of cause you can't compare a MiTo to a supercar but in their segments they were always the best looking no matter which year... Forza Alfa 🍀♥️🇮🇹

  • @discoverlight
    @discoverlight Před 7 lety +1

    That common music player lol. Love this tiny little car.

  • @adambadri6161
    @adambadri6161 Před 7 lety

    And I love the fact that there's a 2 seat carbon fiber mid engined fiat 500! That's amazing ❤️

  • @littlejason549
    @littlejason549 Před 7 lety +4

    For these past years you've been my best CZcamsr keep it up and never listen to haters !! Luv ur vids 👏🏼👨🏻‍💻👨🏻‍💻🏎🚗🚘🚙

  • @banaanbosse2565
    @banaanbosse2565 Před 7 lety

    I personaly love that car because it is just an outlaw of all the big cars with big weight and big engines. That just spoiles the handling and character. That's why i also love the Donkervoort D8 GTO and the lotus exige S

  • @689CJ
    @689CJ Před 7 lety +1

    regardless of how much it costs or how heavy it is I wouldn't be paying 60 grand for a 1.75l 4 cylinder engine. The car that could have been great. needed a 6 cylinder minimum.

  • @nismorish8433
    @nismorish8433 Před 7 lety +4

    0:39 did you almost say midget?😂😂

  • @Tobezzz1
    @Tobezzz1 Před 7 lety +10

    Hi Shmee, keep up the great videos !!

  • @dsal9640
    @dsal9640 Před 7 lety +1

    So excited for the future of alfa!!! bring back real cars

  • @CrustyTheElf
    @CrustyTheElf Před 7 lety +32

    Shmee the type of guy to not use gopros

  • @markusholzer3569
    @markusholzer3569 Před 4 lety +1

    There is actually a race mode, so 4 modes

  • @mohtashimmirali8897
    @mohtashimmirali8897 Před 7 lety +1

    best sounding 4cylinder

  • @clarkegenio7239
    @clarkegenio7239 Před 7 lety

    Here in our country) the price of the 4c is more expensive than the GTR.

  • @-Rambi-
    @-Rambi- Před 7 lety

    I'm interested in this, I now have a Opel Speedster (VX220) compressor which is a joy to drive 308hk for 860kg. But, it's not very comfortable, waterproof, practical.
    So this could be my next ride.

  • @djbrianc
    @djbrianc Před 7 lety

    I have this stateside and love it. Compared to my Elise, the interior is quite good. But the US version comes standard with full leather including the doors.

  • @trailblazerkingdaytonaalfa3318

    Hey I was hoping that you would drive the 4c there Great fun to drive Tim and it would be interesting to see what you think I love mine and for the money there the best cars around.

  • @bradstanks4500
    @bradstanks4500 Před 7 lety +1

    Clearly spoilt with cars when you're the only person to ever say it's not noisy😂

  • @oseh438
    @oseh438 Před 3 lety +1

    If this thing had a manual it would be perfect ffs, I love the 4c, I’ve ridden in one, but for the money I’d rather get a lotus Elise for better driver engagement and focus... unless they make a manual version ofc

  • @1183newman
    @1183newman Před 7 lety

    changing the headlights was a good move, if i boguht a coupe version i would get the lights changed.

  • @TheRealBleach
    @TheRealBleach Před 7 lety +2

    Why 1080p50???

  • @chrispattichides7368
    @chrispattichides7368 Před 2 lety

    Stunning car

  • @Pickle_edits
    @Pickle_edits Před 2 lety

    Very creative car!

  • @Niels_dr
    @Niels_dr Před 7 lety

    my friend haves a launch edition with the matte white paint. and it is a fun car to drive!

  • @leonardr6704
    @leonardr6704 Před 5 lety

    Unpopular opinion: this is an EXOTIC. No, it's not supercar fast, but I didn't say it was a supercar. I think there's such thing as an exotic sports car :)

  • @GTRWendy
    @GTRWendy Před 7 lety +1

    I wanted to get a tiny car like this instead of a fiat, but the price difference is wow

    • @South4153
      @South4153 Před 7 lety +1

      GTR Wendy tha carbon tub was too expensive to engineer, test and build. that's why the car is kind of expensive. i personally don't find it expensive because think about it: if you want a car with a carbon tub you're gonna spend millions (p1, laferrari and co.) or you can buy a 4c😎

  • @Solvee
    @Solvee Před 7 lety

    this is the same 4c which they reviewed in "The Grand Tour"

  • @kvamme4598
    @kvamme4598 Před 7 lety

    Wow Im early love the vids Shmee keep up the amazing work my dream is to come to London and meet you :3 and i might come to London in the summer and Im from Norway! :D

  • @bhco
    @bhco Před 7 lety

    Looks very much like a modern version of my VX220. It looks a lovely car, its just over priced and no manual option. That auto gearbox seems too slow to feel really connected to it. I'm not a massive fan of the engine note, although the turbo noise and blurg is cool, but engine does sound a bit like a hairdryer.

  • @MaxAgapoff
    @MaxAgapoff Před 7 lety +8

    Why is it a supercar then?

  • @martenvanengelenburg6356
    @martenvanengelenburg6356 Před 7 lety +7

    wait?!? you've never been in STGs 4c?

  • @heinedenmark
    @heinedenmark Před 7 lety

    Such a beautiful car.

  • @brtnspn
    @brtnspn Před 7 lety

    No mention of the "frunk" (front trunk)?? Wanted to see if it can be opened up or something, heard its locked shut - engine in the middle that space could really come in handy.

    • @mcomet
      @mcomet Před 7 lety

      brtnspn that is correct. The front panel lines are fake. There is no front trunk at all. Even window washer fluid must be filled by using a hose and siphoned into a spot hiding above where the front trunk would be in the cowling.

  • @jbrenofficial
    @jbrenofficial Před 6 lety

    I hate when people complain about the interior quality. The point is to save weight, this is no Porsche. No one complains about a shoddy interior in a Lotus so why now?

  • @chlybn
    @chlybn Před 7 lety +1

    Hello one and all, and welcome to the Alfa 4C! 😊

  • @MrSnowy79
    @MrSnowy79 Před 7 lety

    Recently I've noticed a number of cars with DCTs that need to be in 1st gear before you turn the engine off. What's up with that?? Seems unusual.

  • @gunandbomb4637
    @gunandbomb4637 Před 7 lety

    Finally! A cool sportscar that I can afford lol

  • @matthieuvandier2611
    @matthieuvandier2611 Před 7 lety

    If you want to hear the same flutter sound for far cheaper, try the smart roadster.

  • @ascadrian8941
    @ascadrian8941 Před 7 lety

    so close to a milli!

  • @dt7751
    @dt7751 Před 7 lety

    Shmee I thought Alfa Romeo fixed the steering issue on the 4c?

  • @Bryan-fg3ey
    @Bryan-fg3ey Před 7 lety

    you know how different your daily cars and mine are when you tell me
    "it's not very fast,0 to 60mph in 4 secs and 160mph top speed!!" lol

  • @MaxAgapoff
    @MaxAgapoff Před 7 lety +1

    Who films the exhaust start up - and then disappears happily ever after?

  • @junnutube
    @junnutube Před 7 lety

    Looks cool, but totally needs a screaming na V6.

  • @LukeToridrift
    @LukeToridrift Před 7 lety

    Shmee did you enjoy the Strada Panoramica from Turin to Superga?

  • @pianogreg100
    @pianogreg100 Před 7 lety

    How come nothing from the London Motor Show?

  • @pyroherz1
    @pyroherz1 Před 7 lety +13

    Shmee is the kind of guy that has no beard.

    • @eddiefreeston8856
      @eddiefreeston8856 Před 7 lety +22

      pyroherz1 leave him alone. It's not his fault he hasn't reached puberty yet

    • @nathanielfoo7835
      @nathanielfoo7835 Před 7 lety +1

      when the reply gets more likes than the orginial comment

  • @AyoSosanya
    @AyoSosanya Před 7 lety

    For this price range I would prefer a jag f type which also sounds far better

  • @michigander3157
    @michigander3157 Před 7 lety +2

    The video starts at 14:32. You're welcome! :)

  • @DavidZafra
    @DavidZafra Před 7 lety

    Yes.. thats a superexpensivecar

  • @vishvamehta6935
    @vishvamehta6935 Před 7 lety

    I don't know about the car but Jeremy clarkson got cramps in the grand tour driving it while trying to lie to see the view😂😂

  • @yensid123
    @yensid123 Před 7 lety

    Where did the name shmee150 come from?????

  • @cusburn
    @cusburn Před 7 lety

    i'm planning getting this car a week end for my wedding? 800€ for a week end (friday to monday) is this a good choice?

  • @Nebben2
    @Nebben2 Před 7 lety

    Are you going to soft top Sunday at goodwood next month ?

  • @hectorrios5402
    @hectorrios5402 Před 7 lety

    The car has nice lines it just need a LS3 swop!

  • @licensetodrive9096
    @licensetodrive9096 Před 7 lety

    Damn Shmee, you finaly started reviewing some alfas. Would you consider the Giulia QV over the germans if you'd been after a high performance sedan? And what do you think about an alfa supercar?

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +1

      Finally? I reviewed the Giulia QV a year ago... and I even did it twice...

    • @licensetodrive9096
      @licensetodrive9096 Před 7 lety

      Yeah well, there is never too much alfa. But the 4C was waiting for you, since it's a fast car even tho it has fiat AC switches. Anyways, enjoy drinking vodka with Boris on FuelFaction (can't wait for the video).

  • @smng4932
    @smng4932 Před 7 lety

    the £58,000 car wow!😀😀

  • @clockman47
    @clockman47 Před 7 lety

    THINKS TIM AND CREW

  • @aljowen
    @aljowen Před 7 lety

    What are the thoughts on this vs equivalently priced model of Lotus Elise?
    (So the 250 cup or special edition for uk market)

  • @supercars276
    @supercars276 Před 7 lety

    Love this kinda video want to see more

    • @Shmee150
      @Shmee150  Před 7 lety +1

      There will be more 4C Spider during Fuel Faction this week

  • @mrfrog8919
    @mrfrog8919 Před 7 lety

    If Shmee150 reaches 1M subs today he must sell all of his cars and replace them with a Hyundai Accent. Deal?

  • @IMTHEBIGGESTCUNT
    @IMTHEBIGGESTCUNT Před 5 lety

    Bunch of bananas in the storage compartment?

  • @dannyeff21
    @dannyeff21 Před 6 lety

    unsure why you are driving it around in 2nd gear?

  • @The3Sees
    @The3Sees Před 7 lety

    didnt sam ever let you borrow his?

  • @albertobalestrini6690
    @albertobalestrini6690 Před 7 lety

    A baby Ferrari....very special car!

  • @unitx445
    @unitx445 Před 7 lety

    That engine sound makes me cry...there is just nothing and you hear it constant struggle on the revs. Nice looking thing, but why didnt they pop in at least 2.0L and make it a propper thing.

    • @South4153
      @South4153 Před 7 lety

      UniT X trust me the engine has enough power. you should try one.

  • @luisgerard4457
    @luisgerard4457 Před 7 lety

    4c or 918 cayman S? also its is coming, whats better?

  • @ANDRE_675
    @ANDRE_675 Před 7 lety

    It's definitely a sportscar not supercar but it's very cool and fun for driving.

    • @techmaster777
      @techmaster777 Před 7 lety

      Andre675LT Exactly, just a sports car. It's not even fast... even I'd say my cayman gts is a sports car not a super car because it's slow.

  • @epeli4585
    @epeli4585 Před 7 lety

    Nice video!

  • @ellisd82
    @ellisd82 Před 7 lety

    Is there any luggage space in the front?

  • @StecK020
    @StecK020 Před 7 lety

    On your Budget, Shmee 😂

  • @JHartModelworks
    @JHartModelworks Před 7 lety

    So pretty much, If a group of Italians got drunk and stole a Lotus Elise and re-bodied it, you'd get this car.

    • @CinemaUnited
      @CinemaUnited Před 7 lety +1

      Justin Hart Elise doesn't have a carbon tub. The cars are quite different.