I love how the 599 looks, elegant and understated, prefer it to the f12. They don't suit red very well though, definitely need to be black grey or silver.
I was in my E89 35i feeling good about myself when a a dark silver 599 with matching star alloys and a dark red interior drove past and bellowed down the street like a deranged tiger. I wasn't feeling so good about myself after that
Lusted after one for 10 years. Owned one for 2 years. Loved it. Looks like Penelope Cruz in red, gearbox slaps you in the spine with shifts, and drives like a go kart at speed. 599 GTO is the only one I want more.
Interesting, I really like the way the 599 looks! I prefer it to the 550 and F12 by a long way. Would be the one I would choose. The only reason I would get a 550 is the manual gearbox!
@@tomeddie14 Most people don't. I do prefer the 550 to the 575 and the F12. At the time, it was said the 550 looked like a design rejected by Toyota for the Supra! It's grown on me since then. But, the 599 is way more 'cutting-edge' and interesting.
@@tomeddie14to me the 599 was one of THE cars growing up, so to me I prefer the 599. It’s more of a nostalgia thing though maybe, but at the same time I just think it’s the perfect balance of modern aggression while being sedated.
I've been watching quite a lot of JayEmm's videos and I can unequivocally & confidently say that that was the best shirt he's ever worn on this channel.
The manual 599 are the ultimate unicorn Ferrari’s. I didn’t like these when they first came out, always preferred the 612. Now I’d have one of these in a heartbeat.
I think most people don't understand the line and history of the Ferrari brand, unfortunately they got famous for just the show-off aspect of redness and loud noise. The Hyper V12s and Super V8s are supposed to sound loud and visceral, but the front engined V12 two seaters are GT Cars, they are supposed to look good, ride comfortably and to have a load of power to serve you with a silent, relaxing and luxurious Continent Cruise. The 4 seaters are supposed to be even more subtle. And of course, if you ram the throttle of any Ferrari you will get a decent sound, but some are supposed to be louder, some are supposed to be quieter.
A manual one of these (only 40 are runoured to exist - possibly 8 RHD cars) would be the absolute goal😍😍😍😍 There's a black UK manual 599 which has the GTO front bumper, wheels and Bonnet (conversion done by Ferrari dealer) and ks actually the dream Ferrari for me😍😍
www.bramley.com/carsales/details/Ferrari/599-GTB-with-Manual-Gearbox-/13844.htm if anyone is interested. Absolutely incredible. Wonder how much they want for it...
I had the good fortune to experience one of these as well as a 430 on the Fiorano test track at Maranello over a 2 day period. The 430 was beautiful to drive but the 599 was scarily sublime.
What a terrifically insightful video. Well presented, and chocked full of good information about what it's actually like to drive a 599. I'm in agreement with another viewer, I'd love to see a similar video done on the 612.
Thanks for this nice and detailed review, there are not many review videos like this on youtube. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and every time I drive it, the car feels very special. In terms of reliability, I haven't encountered any problems other than a few minor age-related issues, the v12 engine is quite robust and long-lasting when used regularly. Maybe there are better Ferraris in terms of driving abilities (458 Italia, 430 scud) but having the classic front v12 engine Ferrari silhouette feels very different.
Cheers James. Great video and interesting to hear your observations and opinions from the three V12 Ferraris, after driving them back-to-back. Looking forward to the F12 video!
Once doug demuro wrote a piece on autotrader about a 599 which was manual converted and was selling for a huge premium. According to my little research the F1 gearbox is actually a manual gearbox equipped with actuators and shift solenoids. Manual shift mechanism parts are mostly similar to 550/575 and can be bolted on to an f1 gearbox to convert it into a gated shifter car. I have also seen a shop on the internet who have claimed to have done this similar operation on a 575 and a superamerica.
I am lucky enough to own one, and I think that the ex Dubai car you tried sells the car short. I have owned previous Ferraris, an AM Vantage, and many Lotuses. The 599 in red is one of the worst colours, take a look at a black one, or Tour de France Blue.The noise is incredible (outside) , the cockpit is very well insulated so you hear much less inside (so just open the window an inch!),the Enzo engine magnificent, the car is very comfortable, and fast, and (fingers crossed for me) very reliable, despite being loaded with electronics. The dampers react magnificently, and the throttle response out of this world. I agree that there is more than enough power , and after having tried the F12 and Superfast, the 599 is far less scary and risky. This is the same engine as the Enzo, and response time is immediate. It turns more heads than any other car I have had, the Tubistyle exhaust may have something to do with that, but the profile is magnificent, and the front view very imposing and I actually like the rear as the haunches and long bonnet scream power and presence. My 2008 car boot/trunk is very different to yours (run flat tyres,) and does not have the battery intrusion yours has here. It is an absolute bargain at the moment imho.
I think the rear end of this car is the best part because it is so high. I feel like it's cooler and more subtle. You're not gonna have as many people taking pictures with your car 24/7 as you would with a 430 or an f12.
Overall i really like the 599, but i preferred the 612, which was on sale around the same time and couldn't really understand why everybody at the time was falling head over heals for this car, though hardly anybody was talking about the 612 and indeed you made no mention of it... As great as this selection of Ferraris is, the cars i really want to see you drive are the 612, F40, Enzo and the GTO 😃 .
Magnificent,I agree with you Jay,it's beautiful but the back end is Italian quirky,it seems these are the two Italian styles,it's just that they've combined both of those styles on this model,but the noise,what a glorious automobile.
I disagree. The 599 looks much more dated to me than the 550/575 (ignoring the interiors, of course). But, that's because the 599 attempts to look like a modernization of the 250 SWB, where the 550/575 tried to emulate the looks of the later 275 GTB.
I've always loved the GTB. Practical with masses of power!There again I am 55 so maybe I'm calming down from V8, supercars even though this is as fast as them,they're a younger guys car!😊
Just for info the 599 service content has been relaxed by the factory - such is their reliability - when used regularly The factory homologated a much better Michelin tyre homologated for the type - these are available from Ferrari dealerships The challenge wheel option also improves handling so look for a car with them on. Some markets offered steel brakes as standard - avoid they are not up to the job. Also avoid a manual 599 - clutch pack and flywheel are too small and optimised for the F1 system - the manual car is virtually undriveable when pressing on as the gear ratios are spaced for the F1 box. My car has been totally reliable for 40,000 miles but is Used regularly - which is how Ferarri tests and develops its cars. Let it sit around going nowhere and you will have issues.
Have a different colour, more subdued interior and it'll be a little more stealth than your average Ferrari and better for it. Tour De France blue is particularly nice, probably anthracite wheels. Dark blue/metallic grey interior, perhaps a dash of cream but nothing mad. Bright colours inside a GT car intended to waft you across a continent in comfort and at high speed is too eye searing for that length of time.
I think the theme of this series of reviews was the 2 seat V12s. 612 was a 456 successor. Unfortunately not with the same engine as the 599. I drove one years ago and didn’t find it very special to drive, and ended up with a Merc CL63 instead. Probably ended up costing a lot more to own over 4 years than the 612 would have (depreciation was savage, and had a few mechanical niggles)
I bought a 599 last year so I am biased but I think the 599 is the best modern Ferrari. First value, Enzo engine, closet modern Ferrari that’s looks like a Daytona, no hideous sat nav dating the interior, clean steering wheel with no buttons, indicators and window wipers stocks in the correct place and the gearbox is eventful and exciting. You feel you are controlling the gearbox where a Dual clutch feels like a fast auto. It is however big but then the 812 was bigger than f12 and it drinks like an alcoholic Scotsman.
I agree - I have a Grigio Titanio 612 HGTS - has a better rear-end with twin lights on each side, plus a factory fitted race-style exhaust which sounds better than almost any other road car in existence. It also has usable rear seats. Perfect!
599 GTO is one of the all time great ferraris and my favourite front engine prancing horse, it goes a little under the radar nowadays and that's just another reason to love it
My prediction - I think you will get one after a year or 2 with the 550, especially if you can make money on the deal AND pocket a 620HP Rocket ship with, lets not forget, the friggin ENZO engine!! Your face when you ran it to redline (in 3rd?) - says it all - we all know that was '#a_lot_of_MPH'. That one experience will live long in your memory, just gnawing away, There is no getting away from the fact that it's a detuned ENZO !! LOL, great video, thanks! BTW the 599 sounds fantastic, I think louder in sport mode maybe, and your lovely 550 has definitely got some exhaust issue, it doesn't sound like it should, or all the others I have heard for some reason?
Starts @ 1:45. Believe it or not : @ Le Mans straight lap (no chicanes) the F 599 is sandwiched between a F1 Lotus 49 (year 1967) and Porsche 911 GT-1 98 edition (maybe you see what kind of monster ? If not Google it). Sorry, can't make the F 599 faster than the much more nimble Ferrari F-50 : 0.229 s delta.
I recently watched a Discovery programme about the Ferrari factory which was shot when the 599 was new, and featured the complete building of the car; when you watch the amount of work involved in building it, you realise that £80,000 for a car of such quality and performance is an absolute steal. I've always believed in Mr.Ferrari's maxim that Ferrari's should have their engines in the front and have 12 cylinders, and if I had anything like enough money I would love a 599, but I accept its rear end is not the best, but then again, I don't think it's that great on the 550/575 Maranello.
I’ve seen on TH-cam a guy in America who has converted an automatic Ferrari 599 to a manual one and I believe others have also done conversions switching automatics to manual cars
I actually like the rear end of the 599. The front lights on the other hand look weirdly narrow and vertical. In the same way as seeing videos recorded in portrait on phones is horrifying to watch, these lights have something about that going on. It's definitely a car that I wouldn't be proud to be seen in. My current car isn't particularly either, I usually buy cars because they're good, not because clueless people think they're good (coincidentally I've never owned a German car), but in a Ferrari I think it matters, it's got to be a car you're proud to get out of.
It may not sound good inside, but it sure as Hell sounds good outside. I rather like the looks, though I take your point with the back looking a bit high and maybe the trademark four round lights would improve it, but it’s clean and simple as it is. That’s something increasing disappearing from modern car designs, which are all unnecessary lines and fake vents. Loving these insights into Ferraris 👍
Seems like the lack of induction noise in the cabin (and it came across as whisper quiet compared to what you'd expect to hear from a V12 Ferrari) is in keeping with its touring credentials. But not in keeping with its bloody badge!
I’m questioning if I’m a real petrolhead? 🤔 As I got more excited about the fact James was driving on the road to Buckingham from Silverstone where I used to live lol 😆😆
Owing a black 599 and consider to buy a F12 but now I have second thoughts. Like the back of the 599 but the sharper front of the F12. Worries that the F12 is not as easy to drive. And it is a significant premium to pay for the F12.
599s are great. but agree, rear looks not so good. great value. really quick, gearbox not an issue. and yes quite a scary car. a decent one will be at least £100k and a lower mileage one with the GTE pack will be £12/130k. good road trip car too. and sounds great.
Love the look of the 599, especially the rear end and the long bonet. To me it has a classic and minimalist design like the cars of the 60s. Probably my favourite 4 seater Ferrari.
I love how the 599 looks, elegant and understated, prefer it to the f12. They don't suit red very well though, definitely need to be black grey or silver.
I saw one in red with a black roof and a black stripe down the middle (like the GTO), and it looked amazing, so much better than a solid red car.
@Joel Schembri theres a really nice yellow one with a black roof for sale atm aswell, looks sooo good.
Depends on the red. For me, most Ferraris look a lot better in darker shades of red like rosso fuoco or fiorano.
Curve ball: blue
I was in my E89 35i feeling good about myself when a a dark silver 599 with matching star alloys and a dark red interior drove past and bellowed down the street like a deranged tiger.
I wasn't feeling so good about myself after that
That opening minute, oooooooh. In my happy place now.
Good call. Me too.
I was getting ready to skip it
if I wanted to hear a minute of BWAAAAAAAAAAAAAA I'd go buy a drill or something
What about the 575?
"More torque than mumsnet" got to be a comment of the year lol, excellent work Jayemm 👍
I picked up on that comment line and came here to comment - not disappointed lol
And completely usable torque at that.
Eminem would be proud of that metaphor.
You know you've made it, when your camera car is an Aston Martin... Great going Jay!
From what I can hear on the videos on this channel the 599 sounds way better than the 550 to me.
This channel is severely underrated... The quality of the content is on another level!!
Agreed but the presenting skills are poor at best.
Yes it really is
@@joe5y I disagree with this
Algos are always against Ferrari loosers, don't you know that ?
Lusted after one for 10 years. Owned one for 2 years. Loved it. Looks like Penelope Cruz in red, gearbox slaps you in the spine with shifts, and drives like a go kart at speed. 599 GTO is the only one I want more.
why you sold?
@@vlat18 money required to keep it breathing was beyond astronomical.
@@alexkoefman oh, thats sad. I even cant imagine how much is astronomical. Do you have to be millionaire for owning a ferrari?
Never stop posting the sound clips in your reviews👏🏾
I still remember seeing a 599 several years ago. Never seen such a glorious vehicle
Ahhh the good old French fries & ketchup spec on the inside
😂 Strawberries and cream
That is such a bad color combo on the inside
@@joe718gt4 I know right... The red in the interior is truly hideous. Must truly make this car the least desirable of it's kind...
Mac10 Ronald McDonald spec
Ha you all haven't seen anything, my neighbor has the ketchup and mustard Viper, red with the yellow wheels, that's something to see.
Jayemm, hear me out, get equal length headers for your maranello, keep the rest of the exhaust stock. It makes all the diference. Cheers
Yes, it’s a must have for V12s!
I said that too!
Sasaki-san from Technical Garage Sasaki can help with that.
@@MrCarGuy i think theres a certain fiamenghi something from italy, which should be much cheaper.
MrCarGuy20 check out Effspot 12000 dollar brilliant exhaust by mr sasaki.
Back watching it again, after AM V12 vid.
Love 599, love Challenge wheels. = dream
599 are incredible, the 599XX is probably the best sounding car I have heard. That red steering wheel is atrocious though, ew.
Now I get your comment about having reviewed a V12 Vantage recently when I offered mine! Looking forward to it.
Should be out next week
Interesting, I really like the way the 599 looks! I prefer it to the 550 and F12 by a long way. Would be the one I would choose. The only reason I would get a 550 is the manual gearbox!
Me too, but I like all except the 812.
Cant believe people prefer the looks of the 599 to the 550 😮
@@tomeddie14 Most people don't. I do prefer the 550 to the 575 and the F12. At the time, it was said the 550 looked like a design rejected by Toyota for the Supra! It's grown on me since then. But, the 599 is way more 'cutting-edge' and interesting.
@@tomeddie14to me the 599 was one of THE cars growing up, so to me I prefer the 599. It’s more of a nostalgia thing though maybe, but at the same time I just think it’s the perfect balance of modern aggression while being sedated.
I've been watching quite a lot of JayEmm's videos and I can unequivocally & confidently say that that was the best shirt he's ever worn on this channel.
Nice work: you told me everything I wanted to know and then some.
“More torque than mumsnet” 👌
My favorite. Love the looks of the 599. But then I never liked the 80's Testsrossa.
I like both
The 599 is a monster of you want it to be, but a princess of you want to go easy.... one of the Ferrari greats
The 599 GTO is definitely one of my favourite Ferraris!
The manual 599 are the ultimate unicorn Ferrari’s.
I didn’t like these when they first came out, always preferred the 612. Now I’d have one of these in a heartbeat.
I think most people don't understand the line and history of the Ferrari brand, unfortunately they got famous for just the show-off aspect of redness and loud noise. The Hyper V12s and Super V8s are supposed to sound loud and visceral, but the front engined V12 two seaters are GT Cars, they are supposed to look good, ride comfortably and to have a load of power to serve you with a silent, relaxing and luxurious Continent Cruise. The 4 seaters are supposed to be even more subtle.
And of course, if you ram the throttle of any Ferrari you will get a decent sound, but some are supposed to be louder, some are supposed to be quieter.
A manual one of these (only 40 are runoured to exist - possibly 8 RHD cars) would be the absolute goal😍😍😍😍
There's a black UK manual 599 which has the GTO front bumper, wheels and Bonnet (conversion done by Ferrari dealer) and ks actually the dream Ferrari for me😍😍
www.bramley.com/carsales/details/Ferrari/599-GTB-with-Manual-Gearbox-/13844.htm if anyone is interested. Absolutely incredible. Wonder how much they want for it...
James now has access to Ferrari owners club! Nice intro btw
Always loved the 599. Nicer V12 note than the F12's higher rev IMHO.
I’m here because we have just taken one is as a part exchange and I wanted to learn more. Thank you!
Ha love it! What did they p/x for?
I love this model.
stop promoting this car, want one at 80K dont ruin it for me ;)
Sounds fantastic from where I’m sitting.
That steering wheel looks a bit “Halfords”
Thank you for giving us 1minute v12 song at the begining
I had the good fortune to experience one of these as well as a 430 on the Fiorano test track at Maranello over a 2 day period. The 430 was beautiful to drive but the 599 was scarily sublime.
What a terrifically insightful video. Well presented, and chocked full of good information about what it's actually like to drive a 599. I'm in agreement with another viewer, I'd love to see a similar video done on the 612.
More and more tempted by these at current prices.
Running costs..... cancel out depreciation....but it’s hard to take paying those every year bills....owned 612 years ago ...yearly bill... £9000. 😱
I don't blame you but, I really love the styling.
Very timely, I’m looking at buying a 550 or a 599.
What did you end up buying?
Thanks for this nice and detailed review, there are not many review videos like this on youtube. I have owned this car for almost 3 years and every time I drive it, the car feels very special. In terms of reliability, I haven't encountered any problems other than a few minor age-related issues, the v12 engine is quite robust and long-lasting when used regularly. Maybe there are better Ferraris in terms of driving abilities (458 Italia, 430 scud) but having the classic front v12 engine Ferrari silhouette feels very different.
Beautiful Ferrari. Needs an exhaust but that's an easy fix. What a day out cruising also with the V12 Vantage!
I once saw one of these very quickly undertake about 6 cars on a dual carriageway on the way to work, it was epic!
Cheers James. Great video and interesting to hear your observations and opinions from the three V12 Ferraris, after driving them back-to-back. Looking forward to the F12 video!
Subscribed. I first watched your 550 video from the other day. Now this. I love your style and delivery. I’m surprised you don’t have way more subs.
Surprised you don't like the looks. I like the 599 better than the 550 or 575 on looks alone.
To me the 599 is the best looking Ferrari in a long time....so much better than a 550
Once doug demuro wrote a piece on autotrader about a 599 which was manual converted and was selling for a huge premium. According to my little research the F1 gearbox is actually a manual gearbox equipped with actuators and shift solenoids. Manual shift mechanism parts are mostly similar to 550/575 and can be bolted on to an f1 gearbox to convert it into a gated shifter car. I have also seen a shop on the internet who have claimed to have done this similar operation on a 575 and a superamerica.
599 looks so good in person!!
He ha the look on your face when you opened it up properly... You looked mildly concerned 😂
From what I can tell this car could do with a set of fresh tires and a geo.
I am lucky enough to own one, and I think that the ex Dubai car you tried sells the car short. I have owned previous Ferraris, an AM Vantage, and many Lotuses. The 599 in red is one of the worst colours, take a look at a black one, or Tour de France Blue.The noise is incredible (outside) , the cockpit is very well insulated so you hear much less inside (so just open the window an inch!),the Enzo engine magnificent, the car is very comfortable, and fast, and (fingers crossed for me) very reliable, despite being loaded with electronics. The dampers react magnificently, and the throttle response out of this world. I agree that there is more than enough power , and after having tried the F12 and Superfast, the 599 is far less scary and risky. This is the same engine as the Enzo, and response time is immediate. It turns more heads than any other car I have had, the Tubistyle exhaust may have something to do with that, but the profile is magnificent, and the front view very imposing and I actually like the rear as the haunches and long bonnet scream power and presence. My 2008 car boot/trunk is very different to yours (run flat tyres,) and does not have the battery intrusion yours has here. It is an absolute bargain at the moment imho.
One of my most liked ferraris...
Saw one in Miami with a black carbon roof and a grey/navy matte wrap and high shine wheels it looked stunning and I'm not even a Ferrari fan.
i just love the rear of that Ferrari, with that huge diffuser underneath. also a very clean design i think
Agree re sound, the F140 V12 just blares but doesn't have a nice tone as standard in this. The F1 based 60V V12 in the F50 was simply fantastic.
I think the rear end of this car is the best part because it is so high. I feel like it's cooler and more subtle. You're not gonna have as many people taking pictures with your car 24/7 as you would with a 430 or an f12.
It's a proper GT.
Overall i really like the 599, but i preferred the 612, which was on sale around the same time and couldn't really understand why everybody at the time was falling head over heals for this car, though hardly anybody was talking about the 612 and indeed you made no mention of it...
As great as this selection of Ferraris is, the cars i really want to see you drive are the 612, F40, Enzo and the GTO 😃 .
Magnificent,I agree with you Jay,it's beautiful but the back end is Italian quirky,it seems these are the two Italian styles,it's just that they've combined both of those styles on this model,but the noise,what a glorious automobile.
The 599 is hands down a much prettier car than the 550. The 550 looks terribly outdated like the 456.
It's the "hood scoop" that always ruined the 550 and 575 for me.
I disagree. The 599 looks much more dated to me than the 550/575 (ignoring the interiors, of course). But, that's because the 599 attempts to look like a modernization of the 250 SWB, where the 550/575 tried to emulate the looks of the later 275 GTB.
Great video.like some others I prefer the 599 looks to the F12 and 550 also
I've always loved the GTB. Practical with masses of power!There again I am 55 so maybe I'm calming down from V8, supercars even though this is as fast as them,they're a younger guys car!😊
Just for info the 599 service content has been relaxed by the factory - such is their reliability - when used regularly
The factory homologated a much better Michelin tyre homologated for the type - these are available from Ferrari dealerships
The challenge wheel option also improves handling so look for a car with them on.
Some markets offered steel brakes as standard - avoid they are not up to the job.
Also avoid a manual 599 - clutch pack and flywheel are too small and optimised for the F1 system - the manual car is virtually undriveable when pressing on as the gear ratios are spaced for the F1 box.
My car has been totally reliable for 40,000 miles but is Used regularly - which is how Ferarri tests and develops its cars. Let it sit around going nowhere and you will have issues.
Have a different colour, more subdued interior and it'll be a little more stealth than your average Ferrari and better for it. Tour De France blue is particularly nice, probably anthracite wheels. Dark blue/metallic grey interior, perhaps a dash of cream but nothing mad. Bright colours inside a GT car intended to waft you across a continent in comfort and at high speed is too eye searing for that length of time.
Silver wheels
Why does everyone forget about the 612?
I think the theme of this series of reviews was the 2 seat V12s. 612 was a 456 successor. Unfortunately not with the same engine as the 599. I drove one years ago and didn’t find it very special to drive, and ended up with a Merc CL63 instead. Probably ended up costing a lot more to own over 4 years than the 612 would have (depreciation was savage, and had a few mechanical niggles)
Loved it since I first saw it in the anachoic chamber at FRC in Turin. Thanks !!
I just kept looking out for the Aston throughout this!
I love this cars, more than a F430. The price is amazing, I hope I can get one some day.
Absolutely love the GT Ferrari's. Have to say the FF has always appealed to me.
I bought a 599 last year so I am biased but I think the 599 is the best modern Ferrari. First value, Enzo engine, closet modern Ferrari that’s looks like a Daytona, no hideous sat nav dating the interior, clean steering wheel with no buttons, indicators and window wipers stocks in the correct place and the gearbox is eventful and exciting. You feel you are controlling the gearbox where a Dual clutch feels like a fast auto. It is however big but then the 812 was bigger than f12 and it drinks like an alcoholic Scotsman.
That 1st minute of exhaust was awesome. Nothing more annoying than music being played over engine noises like they did on 5th gear etc.
You deserve this sub. Well done mate
Any chance of reviewing a 612 Scaglietti? For me, that's a better alternative to the 599.
I agree - I have a Grigio Titanio 612 HGTS - has a better rear-end with twin lights on each side, plus a factory fitted race-style exhaust which sounds better than almost any other road car in existence. It also has usable rear seats. Perfect!
I love the 599 … and the 612
599 GTO is one of the all time great ferraris and my favourite front engine prancing horse, it goes a little under the radar nowadays and that's just another reason to love it
I wouldn't call £600,000 "under the radar"
I think the car would be a lot more stylish en exclusive in a discrete color. Rather than the cliche look-at-me red.
Exactly.
I've always found this car really cool, the silhouette is stunning, just not in red
Agreed, Dark Red looks good though .
My prediction - I think you will get one after a year or 2 with the 550, especially if you can make money on the deal AND pocket a 620HP Rocket ship with, lets not forget, the friggin ENZO engine!! Your face when you ran it to redline (in 3rd?) - says it all - we all know that was '#a_lot_of_MPH'. That one experience will live long in your memory, just gnawing away, There is no getting away from the fact that it's a detuned ENZO !! LOL, great video, thanks! BTW the 599 sounds fantastic, I think louder in sport mode maybe, and your lovely 550 has definitely got some exhaust issue, it doesn't sound like it should, or all the others I have heard for some reason?
Starts @ 1:45. Believe it or not : @ Le Mans straight lap (no chicanes) the F 599 is sandwiched between a F1 Lotus 49 (year 1967) and Porsche 911 GT-1 98 edition (maybe you see what kind of monster ? If not Google it). Sorry, can't make the F 599 faster than the much more nimble Ferrari F-50 : 0.229 s delta.
I love the 599! ❤
I recently watched a Discovery programme about the Ferrari factory which was shot when the 599 was new, and featured the complete building of the car; when you watch the amount of work involved in building it, you realise that £80,000 for a car of such quality and performance is an absolute steal.
I've always believed in Mr.Ferrari's maxim that Ferrari's should have their engines in the front and have 12 cylinders, and if I had anything like enough money I would love a 599, but I accept its rear end is not the best, but then again, I don't think it's that great on the 550/575 Maranello.
I’ve seen on TH-cam a guy in America who has converted an automatic Ferrari 599 to a manual one and I believe others have also done conversions switching automatics to manual cars
....is, converting a 599 to manual. he's a long way, ( months ? ) from achieving that goal yet!
All of your intros should be this good!
I actually like the rear end of the 599. The front lights on the other hand look weirdly narrow and vertical. In the same way as seeing videos recorded in portrait on phones is horrifying to watch, these lights have something about that going on. It's definitely a car that I wouldn't be proud to be seen in. My current car isn't particularly either, I usually buy cars because they're good, not because clueless people think they're good (coincidentally I've never owned a German car), but in a Ferrari I think it matters, it's got to be a car you're proud to get out of.
It may not sound good inside, but it sure as Hell sounds good outside. I rather like the looks, though I take your point with the back looking a bit high and maybe the trademark four round lights would improve it, but it’s clean and simple as it is. That’s something increasing disappearing from modern car designs, which are all unnecessary lines and fake vents. Loving these insights into Ferraris 👍
Going to bang my head against a wall, forgot about 599 what a car
What about doing a 512m, 512tr and a testarossa next?
Seems like the lack of induction noise in the cabin (and it came across as whisper quiet compared to what you'd expect to hear from a V12 Ferrari) is in keeping with its touring credentials. But not in keeping with its bloody badge!
I’m questioning if I’m a real petrolhead? 🤔 As I got more excited about the fact James was driving on the road to Buckingham from Silverstone where I used to live lol 😆😆
looks pretty good to me! excepting those exhaust tips. THEY... look like they've been through a meat grinder.
Never knew this awesome car was underrated.
A new mid engined v12 from Ferrari would be nice.
Owing a black 599 and consider to buy a F12 but now I have second thoughts. Like the back of the 599 but the sharper front of the F12. Worries that the F12 is not as easy to drive. And it is a significant premium to pay for the F12.
599s are great. but agree, rear looks not so good. great value. really quick, gearbox not an issue. and yes quite a scary car. a decent one will be at least £100k and a lower mileage one with the GTE pack will be £12/130k. good road trip car too. and sounds great.
I’ve always liked this car for some reason. Still remember the first time I saw one on the street
2010 model had a lot of upgrades, exhaust, suspension just to mention 2. It’s definitely worth the extra money.
Not 2010 model but hgte package. And no, it’s not worth the money imo if You think about driving ability on the road not on track.
Great camera work to capture the flying buttresses.
Love the look of the 599, especially the rear end and the long bonet. To me it has a classic and minimalist design like the cars of the 60s. Probably my favourite 4 seater Ferrari.
It isn't a 4 seater. The 612 is the 4 seater of its era.
@@viniciusmagnoni6492 thanks! didn't know that.
Great video! Keep it coming.
Great video/review. Thanks.
Any reason why there's a nut missing on the drivers side manifold to plenum? 6th nut from the front. Just saying. lol
599 all the way, Not even close to anything else in terms of Ferrari value. And what a beautiful car!