Yeah 😂. You know it’s bad when you start going oh I wouldn’t have it in that spec etc, obviously I would it’s a Ferrari I don’t have one and I do want one
A long time ago I decided that I would buy the cars I enjoy driving, and I would do that for me, and not for anyone else. Someone else’s judgement can be their problem then and not mine.
I truly second your thoughts. On Friday, I took a day off to enjoy my own F12. It's my first Ferrari, bought it a year ago. It ended up in a 13h trip over 7 mountain passes and 600km on one day. I don't recall the number of smiles I've had this day but I'm sure it was a lot. the Most viewers here understand this, most people outside the car community don't. And that's ok.
congrats!! Had my dad not driven home with me when I first took delivery of my Subaru WRX, I probably would have smiled more. Working on making that up though.
Long time "car guy" starting with a clapped out 1970 Spitfire at age 17 . I paid $400 for it and had $50 left over in my bank account to deal with the failed brakes. Progressed through various Triumph's , Jag's and Porsche's. Have lived and breathed cars my whole life and ten years ago at the age of 57 paid cash for my first Ferrari , a 575 6 speed manual. Every time I get in it ,50 years melt away and it takes me back to that feeling as a 17 year old in that Spitfire and as Jay says "is an event". There is something very special about this car that is hard to define. Curiously , I had read about Ferrari's all my life and appreciated them but had never really thought I would want to or could own one. A parodox in itself. Long story but I eventually decided I needed to experience a V-12 manual Ferrari. Summed up...one of the best decisions I ever made.
I have a similar story from Alfetta Gt at 17 years to a 550 at 56 years....the Faz feels like an Alfa with a volcano under it .....every drive is an event
I own and drive Ferraris (FF and 575) for my very own pleasure. I do not have the intention to impress anybody with them. I don't mention them in private conversations. I own them, because they give me an unbelievable pleasure to look at and and to drive of course. I have driven a lot of other brands, but no other brand can offer me this level of joy. So for me there is no paradox - there is just enjoyment! I love these Ferrari GT cars madly! And I believe James 100% that his motivation is the same!
As a young chap I owned an MX5 with pop up head lights - I loved it. I was sitting in traffic with the hood down in Henley on Thames which had a TVR dealership in the high street, dreaming of TVR ownership. A policeman pulled up beside me and laughed “one day you might get a proper car son” I pointed out that he was riding a push bike and at least I was in a car, I thought he was going to give me a ticket for something!
37 years old here, who bit the bullet last year, and bought a Lotus Exige 350 sport. Though for 20 years I had been telling myself "one day I will own a Lotus", 7 years working abroad delayed significantly that goal. I blame you, for reigniting the lust for these pure, no frills sports cars, and for releasing the series of videos on the different Exige models. My hunt evolved from a Lotus Elise, to an Exige S2, before I decided to go all out and purchased a Military Grey, low milage one owner Exige 350 sports. I am back from a week end in the french alps, where we drove in a spirited fashion 10 distinct passes with my father and the local Lotus owner's club. Incredible moments, the howling V6 reverberating across the mountains, in the tunnels, us sharing the driver's seat, discussing the behavior of the car, how to best attack hairpins, and how to coddle overheating tires... I am the antithesis of the social marker car guy, I bought very selfishly that car to enjoy driving it. 1 year and a half in, the odometer went from 4000 km to 12000. I still am not very at ease with how much attention it attracts on the road, but the feedback from people has been overwhelmingly positive. Not a single refuelling session goes by without someone coming and enquiring about the car, or congratulating me on how great it looks. Thank you, for sharing your passion, and yes, making us dream about these incredible cars, in a world where half the reviews on current cars focus on how many menus the entertainment system contains. One day perhaps a 430 scuderia will be mine, but for now I am so enthralled by my mini supercar, working on my heel and toeing, getting out every week end for a spirited drive in the beautiful roads nearby.
An older couple lived down the road from me in the same type of 2up/2down terrace that I bought as my first house…their children were adults and had long since left home and they had no need for a bigger house…so they had an Aston Martin on the driveway instead! 👌…they loved it and the road trips they did in that were worth more to them than a bigger house, they were actually living rather than playing at keeping up with the joneses 👍🏻
I enjoy Ferrari ownership by proxy via you. Thank you so much. Excellent. As Lotus fan, only a Ferrari can top it for passion but maybe not driving 😊. Audio was epic.
Maybe the fact that I am an American affects this but when I see the interesting cars that you or Harry’s Garage or Jay Leno, etc. share with us on TH-cam, I am more than happy that you are able to enjoy them. More power to you if that is what you choose to spend your time and money on. I am just as happy driving the less expensive car that I have now. Perhaps I will get more expensive and exotic cars in the future. But whether I do or not I am happy watching the videos you make of them and seeing how much enjoyment you get out of driving them.
I don’t normally comment on TH-cam, but I totally agree. I realised people mistake my enthusiasm for my old Porsche 993 as showing off, which it most certainly isn’t. It’s a sharing and mutual appreciation of something that’s quite brilliant and that I love dearly. Very British indeed
I’m 22 and saving for my first Ferrari (360) in every possible way i can. I have so much passion for Ferrari, so much in fact I don’t care what model that be a Mondial or a 296. It equally gets my heart pumping in way no other car can…and I’ve been around ford gt and things of that nature still amazing cars I’m grateful to be around but it will never be a Ferrari as I’m sure you understand haha. Anyways I look up to you a lot and enjoy you wisdom and fun videos ! Look forward to joining the club one day!
Jay, even Enzo said himself - people will forgive you for everything except success. I do see this from time to time in people who see Ferrari as mainly a status symbol or measure of affluence. In particular, I see people find it hard to forgive others for having beauty, money, and love. Does anyone else see similar?
I Think the issue is most people who have money buy with 0 passion, they buy an Audi ,BMW, or Merc to impress others not for themselve , most Porsche and Ferrari owners are not into cars they just got money and buy to prove success , which is fine , but the man driving Ford Focus RS , Camaro or Subaru Impresa etc has more passion , and did not buy it to say hey look at me. Best car is scene is American, JDM, VW Ford etc. Because they not about status
@@gmain1977rubbish you have no idea what your talking about. Most people.... as if you asked them. You sure that M3 owners have no passion or Audi S or Rs4 etc? There are Big tuner scenes for those cars.... How can you not know? Just use TH-cam and look.
Jealousy is something people need to work harder on controlling I totally agree. As it’s one of the worse emotions for burning the whole house down if people let it simmer.
@@jondonnelly3 yes because I have met many, I went to a BMW show years ago all they did was speak about their jobs. And they are status symbols, car scene much better in 90s
I am constantly surprised that some very nice people I know, who on somehow finding out that I have a Ferrari - and their attitude changes instantly - they are really - Really - not happy that I have it. Some friends & relatives see it for what it is - a pleasure for me - as my bad back ie spondylitis - now stops me from my one true love - motorbikes - and I have never been jealous of anyone else's success in life - that seems super-childish to me. Its like those idiots who say "tax the rich" - well, seriously, its not that easy making money - so instead of jealousy, why not go & do it yourself ?? See how YOU like paying 48% income tax in the UK - yes, really !
Theres 2 types of people in the world. - One type will tell you are a knob for having 3 Ferraris, be judgmental and say negative things. - The other type will be happy for you and be interested in your excitement or want to understand the joy you get and your enthusiasm. The latter are the people you need to keep in your life and the former the people you cut out. Keep doing you. Great videos and insight.
Anecdotes about selling Ferrari in Sydney around the year 2000 having sold Porsche immediately prior. -In terms of their interest the Ferrari owner could be very neatly grouped into one of two camps; The car as engineering or The car as art. Discussing engineering with the latter was a waste of time and discussions of its beauty with former equally a waste. -Many customers financed the Porsche, NONE financed a Ferrari in my 2.5 years. They did it easy and normally the price represented less than 10% of their net worth. My favourite moment was a hard working and successful factory owner who with his wife took delivery of a new 360 Modena. Standing in the workshop and seeing the car he broke down saying "we get up at 5:30 every morning to head to work and have looked fwds to this for 20 years".
@JayEmmOnCars Bang on Jay. This bloke was salt of the earth. Self made and humble. His whole family were a delight. The above response was entirely ignorant. The author needs to go away and research then compare and contrast companies like Cadbury who lifted entire populations out of poverty and gave them comfortable homes to live in with companies like clothing manufacturers who employ sweat shops. So, no oxymoron at all.
Excellent video and commentary… from a philosophical perspective you’ve nailed it in one James! My ownership (more by accident than planning) of a 365 GTC/4 and a 550 fulfils a passion formed over 50 years. The driving of these cars and the special feeling they give validates the ownership. Keep up the good work!
Audio sounds excellent .20 years ago I was fortunate enough to own a 328 gts. Some people were a little negative towards it but the vast majority were very friendly and I was often let out at junctions
I was once in stop-and-go traffic in my 458 minding my own business. The lane beside me moved ahead and some random woman who pulled up beside me turned to me and called me an "a**hole". The paradox is that I really AM an a**hole.
am constantly surprised that some very nice people I know, who on somehow finding out that I have a Ferrari - and their attitude changes instantly - they are really - Really - not happy that I have it. Some friends & relatives see it for what it is - a pleasure for me - as my bad back ie spondylitis - now stops me from my one true love - motorbikes - and I have never been jealous of anyone else's success in life - that seems super-childish to me. Its like those idiots who say "tax the rich" - well, seriously, its not that easy making money - so instead of jealousy, why not go & do it yourself ?? See how YOU like paying 48% income tax in the UK - yes, really !
@@irw4350 With some people if you appear richer than then, they call you a crook and if you appear poorer than them, they call you an idiot. So you need to show them that sweet spot in the middle. Say you have a Ferrari, but you bought it to compensate for a stutter, a limp, and a bad childhood, which were all cured by buying the Ferrari (which you paid for by winning a lottery). i.e. lie to them. Here in California, I pay 46% and am continuously being told by the powers that be that "I need to pay my share". What they leave out is that "my share" is multiple times the average share. It is getting worse, class warfare is being promoted by the government and the press.
It's ok Jay, I have three of them too and it's perfectly fine to be proud of them. And your microphone sounds great while you tell us about them! Carry on!
James, you hit the nail on the head when you said this is a car channel. JWW, Burton and Metcalfe all have amazing cars and so do you. I watch all because as a petrolhead I just want to see more of these cars. The paradox is the person watching a car channel and being jealous of the YT providing the content for said car channel. It’s all good, plough on regardless mon ami👍
More and more I find myself living my car dreams through TH-cam and mostly this channel, thanks for making me smile, loving your Ferrari trio, I’d be mentioning it way earlier than 3 minutes tho lol 😎😎
I hate the fact that in the uk we're all supposed to be overly modest about nice things. You have a great collection of fantastic cars(and some MGs) shout it from the roof tops
I was once told my mx5 is crap because it was supposedly slower than someone's 120D :) People love to bash things to make themselves feel good. On the other hand, true car people will appreciate something about (almost) any car, especially having driven or owned said car.
I used to live in a midwestern state in the US. Years ago I bought a used BMW 330i for $10k and they thought I was rich while the guy that showed up in the $50k truck was a hard worker. It was about a month after owning it that I realized that I was now the prick driving the BMW even though I used my blinkers and let people merge in.
I hate when a friend brings up my Ferrari with people I don’t know. It causes an awkward change in conversation. I agree with you, you only really share it with friends. Well and TH-cam!
Audio guy here James, to my ears this setup appears to be slighly cleaner and maybe less outside interferance, your voice sounds flatter in a good way....cheers mate another fantastic film.
Thank you James for sharing your cars with us. Although I am not a ‘Ferrari-guy’ (yes, I have never driven one), I like them very much. I always get a smile on my face when I see one, as I have right now watching your video 😃
Love the channel. Whilst I can't afford some of these cars, doesn't mean I can't appreciate. I've just gone and bought a mercedes SL 230 and can experience a little of the above, albeit on a budget. Keep up the good work
Classy, self-deprecating intro. Love your films, whether they're about "luxury" cars or not. Of course, Ferraris are desireable. Not that I'd buy one. But that doesn't make them less so. I'm no expert, but the audio sounds clearer, if a little more "sharper", with more treble than usual.
This is brilliant.....especially the comment about people that knock a Ferrari .... " they havent driven one ...." its so hard to describe to someone who has not driven one exactly how amazing an experience it is to drive a Ferrari
Sound quality is very good especially your voice. Clear and precise. Over the past 30 years we have owned four Ferrari cars finishing with a 550 in Tour De France Blue. Loved them all. Now have an early Bentley GT that’s a great GT car. So I understand the pull , the desire and the pleasure of ownership well. As well as the wonder of good engineering.
For most of my 60+ years on this planet Ferraris were kind of beautiful things I saw only on rare occasions but were otherwise largely motoring irrelevancies to me - I could never afford one and thus my attention was focused more on the humble everyday cars that might have been within my financial reach. 'We covert that which we see everyday' as Hannibal Lector once memorably said. But I'm starting to change my viewpoint after all these years and I think I finally 'get it' now. God knows they are still utterly unaffordable and unless it is a old Daytona or a Testarossa I might still struggle to identify one model from another. But when I recently saw that (criminally underrated) Michael Mann film about the remarkable life of Enzo Ferrari something clicked in me - yes in a way no other can match Ferrari is special company producing very special cars that surely make the world a more interesting place than it otherwise would be. So please keep on making Ferrari content, alongside the occasional brown Austin Allegro stuff, and I dare say most of us will keep on with watching and enjoying it all
I’ve had two Ferraris and now back to Porsche for a third time. I think the telling comment is that of your three Ferraris two are in the shop. Mine weren’t bad, but the hunt for spares was never fun or cheap. The other factor is that while modern Ferraris are generally handsome cars, they used to be stunning, whereas Porsche were always functional. Now I look at the F12/812 school of styling and honestly think Aston and Porsche win on aesthetics. The 911 this year needed oil and brake fluid flushed, also petrol and some air in the tires.
The elephant in the video, if you will, is class. Cars aren't just means to get from A to B or something to put a smile on your face, they are a signifier of class, status and prestige. When your Aston-owning plumber gets comment they wouldn't get about a similarly- priced Golf, it's not because of the money they've spent, it's because they have a symbol of a higher status than the one making the comment (and higher than they "should have"). It's like Imperial purple - the colour that only the emperor was allowed to wear, even though there's nothing particularly magical about purple (now). Your Ferraris project that "I am one of the elite", whether it's true (or even meaningful) or not; and the comments about your collection aren't that you have three Ferraris, it's that you have more Ferraris than *they think you should have*. I bet no-one comments about Chris Evans' car collection the same way. Similarly the chap trying to argue him modified car is better - it's nothing to do with whose car gets to 60 fastest or how it goes round the 'Ring, it is the chap saying "you have a higher-status car than me. But you're not better than me." Which is a ridiculous position to take, but arguably it's a silly idea to project status through a transport machine - not necessarily sillier than doing it via handbags, but a lot more expensive. I think it's some subconscious link back to herd behaviour and establishing which male will mate with all the females, and at least these guys are competing with their machinery rather than killing each other.
I can listen / watch you ramble on all day about most anything. Having the subject be “Ferrari” is the added bonus. You are an amazing storyteller and communicator. ❤
Love your channel, your enthusiasm and love of cars. I would trade my LC500 for your F12 anytime, damn that sound! And ur totally right, I grew up in Europe where people almost make you feel bad about driving a nice car. I moved to California 25 years ago and out here, people give you the thumps up and just want to have a nice chat with you. Keep up the great work!
Ferrari’s are special to drive, and watching all the videos over the years that you have done, let’s people understand what it is like to own one. They are not the easiest cars to live with. They are passionate cars and thanks to you JM for making them, as it was your video about Ferrari finance that enabled me to get my first one. Knowledge and enthusiasm shared and enjoyed.
James' videos are no doubt excellent, which is why I keep watching. The Ferrari content is great in sofar as it illustrates the practical side of exotic car ownership. It's undoubtedly not all strawberries and cream. that said, James has amassed a considerable collection of expensive road jewelry and I'd like to see a video on how that was attained from a financial perspective. These have been touched on the past. We need something where the main star is Excel !
I found my sweet spot with the R8, it ticks the boxes of what I want from a car and isn’t completely absurd for a daily driver. Price wise I had exactly what you mentioned, people can’t get their head around the idea it was general new car money. Okay there’s potential big bills, but that’s offset by depreciation. I do keep eyeing up Huracans and FF’s, but I don’t think I’d end up using them as much.
James, love your channel, couldn't agree more with you on the entire content of this video. As an American Ferrari owner(Lotus and Porsche as well) you're spot on. Keep up the good work and I am very happy for your success , your work deserves it.
I found your video extremely interesting. I always enjoy watching your reviews and eagerly awaiting new content, I have been watching for years now. Keep up the good work.
Multiple exotic car owner here, dating back to 1994 when my 1st Ferrari arrived. Look, some people do buy nice cars to be flash,some to go fast, some because it’s a “me-too” clique, some to adore, some for the appreciation of engineering excellence and some for nostalgia. TBH now I’m 60 and have owned McLaren, Ferrari, Porsche, Maserati, big bore BMW, light and nimble Lotus and mobile lounges Range Rovers… thus unequivocally I can say yes I’ve bought each car for plus/minus every aforementioned rationale 🤭. Having said that I am as interested in a FIAT 595 as a Ferrari 812 / a tuned up lawn mower as a combine harvester / Ducati as a DAF….. that’s what makes real petrol heads tick…isn’t it 🧐
I love watching your channel and even though i probably will never be able to afford some of the cars you feature, i am happy for your success and respect the hard work you did to enjoy your success. Whatever people think about you is none of your business, more power to you 😊
I’ve been a Porsche dreamer since I was 10 years old. When I was 40 I bought my first 911 a 993 twin turbo. Then I got into the GT cars. In the 2000’s you could walk into your dealer and buy any 911 I wanted. In 2007 a fully loaded GT3 was $120,000 with PCCB brakes. I owned 3 GT3s. My last gt3 was the 991.2. Porsche invited me to buy a 918, I still have the invitation letter. When I inquired about the 992 GT3 I was basically laughed out of my dealership. And for a very minor upgrade they wanted almost double what I paid for my 991.2 GT3. I think Porsche has lost its mind. They are making very incremental improvements and making very Large price increases. A new 911 turbo S is $250,000 and that’s just crazy. I don’t think they’re worth it. When I was younger and money was tighter I could get any model I wanted, and now I’m older with much more money and Porsche wants me to hand over most of my equity to buy even a 718 Spyder RS which I don’t like. The new GT crowd couldn’t find a race track if I put it in their phone for them. We used to all go to the track. I’m going to look at Ferrari, and I know the games are the same but there are so many models now that you can find a good used model with almost no miles .
Sound quality is crisp and very clear Jay. Also, if I had 3 Ferrari's, I think I would also find it a challenge not to mention what is (TBH) something most want and can never afford. It is also a personal achievement that I am sure you are very proud of your choices in life. Good on ya - keep up the good work!
I bought my first Ferrari 20 years ago. It was a Mondial and I totally fell in love with it. Though I’d planned it for a few years it was an accident I bought one eventually. As a kid in the 70’s I never really had a marque in mind that said you’d made it. In the late 50’s when my parents bought their house out of some 40 houses on the street there was only them and one neighbour had one. That seemed like wealth to me. It wasn’t though they gave up lots to own that car. So my ferrari Mondial. I wanted a 66-68 fastback Mustang but my then missus had other ideas. So she says look at something else please. I wanted four seats and the Mondial was cheap. That started my obsession over them. Three Ferraris later (not all at the same time 😅) I still love them. I don’t care what else I could have bought because I bought what I wanted. Great video and I do agree on many of those points.
I almost bought an F40 (would have been my first Ferrari) a few years back, but the owner thrashed it from cold, on the test drive. I then decided to spend the money on building a new house and since then, family has come to stay with my parents (and even my grandmother) being with us on a semi-permanent basis. I’ve had to settle for a 911 instead of the F40, but the happiness and satisfaction of “giving” to the family, is unparalleled. Making it in life might be best represented by a Ferrari, but being happy?
@@I999-g2s yeah it’s a good watch and makes perfect sense. The bit about the same health condition on people who are happy in their relationships hurts less than in people who aren’t happy in their relationships. ideally we’d have the big family house and a Ferrari but the choice between the two is simple! As day to day nice cars don’t help you keep grinding, it’s the people who care you are there that keep you going (for most people)
Audio sounds good and very clear. Although I have never had an issue with audio quality in any of your videos. Enjoyed the video and your summary around Ferrari's. Your F430 Scuderia would be my pick out of your three and I enjoyed the experience you shared with me with your F12 after you did a film on my previously owned MK3 Focus RS Edition. I also enjoy talking about cars to share with others and it is a great community to be a part of. Often it can be from growing up and in other cases to drive the success of a career. It can often inspire people and is a nice place to zone out to in the car world. In truth, only the individual knows for sure and it is subjective to them. Keep up the great content James 👍
My first ever comment I. Your channel. Loved the change of pace for this video. The transparency around your family. The insights into Google earnings. And yes, I love that you have 3 Ferrari’s. But then, I’m American 😊
James, you’re not a tool because you have 3 Ferraris. You have worked hard to get where you are at and you want to continue your progress-thats admirable. You know what content makes you money. Additionally very few people start out with a Ferrari as a first car. You have to work to attain them. To your point buying a used Aston Martin instead of a golf R in s corporate environment might set off alarm bells that we are paying you too much. But you might just be smarter with your money than everyone else around you. They don’t consider high end cars because they don’t realize they can be bought at lower prices. There are plenty of people that have tried to knock my cars over the years. People liked to knock my Ferrari California. My Corvette or my gtr is better. Ok, I that glad that you are happy with your car. I am curious have you driven a California? Majority of the time they haven’t even been a passenger in one. One ride completely changes perspective. My point is its easy to judge or jump to conclusions without having experiencing it for yourself. Even you James have driven the same model multiple times and have reached different conclusions based upon condition of the car or road conditions.
@@JayEmmOnCars Jay right now I have a California T in a rare rosso california color. It turns a lot of heads. I also just got an AMG GT 63 4 door. I have to say its one of the best cars I have ever driven. I was watching your review on it the other day. You made a lot of solid points. Perhaps its because Im in the US that the car has a spot in the lineup and loads of power.
I’ve got a Lexus RC-F 2015 reg and wherever you go it gets the same reaction,people love it and admire it,it’s not worth a fortune but looks a million dollars,and I love it,that’s what it’s all about,costs a fortune in fuel,but smiles per miles it’s amazing 🤩
I recently renovated a house and I have learned that craftsman arriving in sh1t car is a huge red flag. They always crewed things up and took them ages to finish a job. The craftsmen with a good car did a job well and usually weren't even more expensive since they finished the job quickly. Despite this people here in Czech Republic are perhaps even more envious of wealthy people than the British are.
I really enjoyed this video mate, nice to see your passion expressed that is relatable across the board you highlighted some laughable but very true points.
You carry on doing what you're, mate. There'll always be haters, There'll always be people who are jealous, and there'll be people who just don't like ferrari's and won't watch. I like what you're doing. Thank fella .
Perfect video James...You must be sick to death of some green-eyed envy comments... like being a Ferrari owner at your age …so it must be inheritance or dads money etc. Life's too short...fill your boots! Well done for working so hard. I had a Ferrari 308 GT4 in 2001 and the 'crap' that I got filtered back (all those GT4 things) to me from my work was unbelievable. I was 36, but now totally restoring my 1995 6.0 Jaguar XJS V12 (with a manual gearbox),and its the history of that Spitfire V12...oops...Jaguar V12 that I love being behind. I think your channel is great...'long live petrol/gasoline.'
I certainly hope you read this comment, James….. I truly love your channel and content. I dunt get to see every video but I’ve seen the ones that I can and especially those that pique my interest and this one certainly does as I love Ferraris and decided sometime back in the 90’s or 00’s that was my favorite brand. I know you have 3 Ferraris from the FEW times I’ve caught you talk about them and I wish I could afford (or at least the chance to drive) one; but at NO time have I ever been annoyed at you owning (or announcing you own) them. There IS a distinct difference though between you and TH-camrs (myself included but NOT monetized yet) that start off from “humble beginnings” and do things that are quirky and daft (I’m not a Brit so enjoy the idiom) and then as they grow and become nuevo wealthy QUICKLY start having Porsche, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, etc content, WALK AWAY from their humble beginnings and start SHOWING OFF THEIR NEW PURCHASE AND HOUSE ETC!!!!! I stopped watching Hoovies Garage after his Rolls Royce purchase, showing off HIS MANSION, and then COMPLAINING about the purchases and how much “in debt” he was financially. I won’t watch him if you paid me now- thank you! I stopped watch Doug Demuro because of his increasing bemoaning his expensive purchases and his ever increasing annoying and ridiculous voice changes to emphasize some stupid joke. I’ve stop watching Tavarish after his content became EXCLUSIVELY about the latest Lamborghini or Ferrari he bought and then joining Hoovie, Demuro, and that idiot from Vinwiki fur Top Gear inspired (but not even close to as entertaining) comparisons and competitions. There IS a difference between you tastefully explaining the difference between cars you’re familiar with (and ownership IS a reputable reliable factor) and those you know in passing or from reputation. I appreciate your take and your explanation even though you owe NOBODY the explanation- it WAS a good rebuttal and a good take. As well as a cheeky way to spend a whole video talking about your 3 Ferraris AND getting a potentially favorable AND more valuable per view content!!! You’re a treasure, James! Keep up the good work! Maybe one day I’ll get to enjoy a ride in a Ferrari or the like!
Very enjoyable Jay. I felt like I was actually having a conversation with you. I’m at the cusp of ownership of say a 2010 Vantage to use as a daily, and have been hesitant, wondering what my family and coworkers might think. I have to stop worrying about that.
Nice video, got a mate that's had several and his answer is, I always wanted one as a kid. So there you have it, when he could, he did and still does. John
Realy nice video .. don't worry, the attitude you describe in Brits is in fact identical to us here in Czech as well, and i'd say in most countries might be close or similar. I think nearly every car guy wants a Ferrari in his life, often we pretend we don't, because we know we can't afford one or can afford, but knowing, it will be big trouble it something expensive breaks down. That was exactly my joy and fear many years ago, when i bought my first used Porsche 911. It was a plain 996 Carrera 2 in silver and i was so happy to have it, but at the same time worried i have gone way too crazy and if things go wrong, i will hardly be able to afford fixing it. In the end things went OK... But i was used to cheaper cars, hot hatches, old BMW's and stuff, i could fix a lot of things myself or fairly cheaply at a garage. I have had many sports cars since, but i think i still have this "Ferrari fear" that if i once buy one, i'll struggle to afford to maintain it, fix it and even if i do, then i would have to admit myself, i have bought way too expensive toy .. hard to justify its costs. I drive one now already classic 911, the 3.2 Carrera from the 80's , car which is mechanical and pretty much simple and also few other cars i really like to drive, while i feel the cost of owning and using them is really good and affordable versus the amount of driving joy it gives in return. One of them is a Lancer EVO VI, other a Lotus and the last one a Corvette C6 with manual gearbox. And yes, i have driven few Ferraris in my life, it was a great experience, but in terms of running cost per "smiles" it gives back in the driving, they are just too expensive i think. However, love your 550 Maranello, it would be easily one of my dream cars, greetings from Czech 😀
JM described well the social impact of the automobile. I'm a petrolhead since I was a toddler and Ferrari was/is the pinnacle as a symbol of success. As a man, I find success very important and I wanna be seen and respected as such. I used to believe that this need made me less of a car enthusiast, but I dont anymore. Ferraris are special because of everything they mean.
I’m going to frame what you said in the end. That’s some powerful stuff. It’s so true. Thank you my brother, you have a gift with words. I really mean that. Cheers mate! 🍻 Alan, from San Diego, CA ☀️🌴
Father had a 230sl in the 70s and the shop also worked on Ferraris. They looked like spaceships to me back then, and were about as rare where I grew up. Wanted one ever since. Took me another 50 years for everything to line up. I bought a Scud, paid cash, and I'm quite pleased with it. Have had four 911s, and while they are great cars to drive/track, the Scud delivers theatre in a way that the Porsches did not (one RSR I sampled did the trick, though). It was never about status for me... I enjoy it with my son on early morning runs. Now he's got the fever, too...
How many Ferraris do you own, I must have missed that part of the video. LOL I've been following you since you had 50K subs, I keep watching your videos because you seem like a genuine person who has a true love for cars. I'm not jealous of your 3 Ferraris, I'm happy for you!!!
James, what makes you such a passionate & credible Ferrari ambassador is that you actually drive them & know what you’re taking about. Most Ferrari owners don’t! It’s only about prestige & projection of success, as they never seem to actually drive them, which is why I’ll never own one except a Dino that isn’t badged “Ferrari” & are now unattainable. I’m a 2017Lotus Evora 400 owner that I drive hard, daily in summer, & IMHO it has the finesse & nuance that Ferrari simply doesn’t. Period. Your comments on Porsche 911’ for the disinterested were spot on too 😂 Keep up the great reviews as always interesting & insightful! Drive on.
Anyone who tells you your car ‘belongs to the bank’ they’re are projecting their envy that they can’t afford it and trying to ‘bring you down a peg’. Sad really
Maybe people have had enough of subsidising the cheap interest rates that car and house manufacturers/owners are dependant upon. People who use lending to buy cars are just as dependant on other peoples money as people on benefits.
I mean, my cars belong to the bank. Going to be solving that soon. I think there’s a lot of value in impacting cash flow but not liquidity to a certain point. For us, that point has passed and now we’ll course correct. But my cars are much cheaper than what you’re probably imagining. They spark joy, nevertheless.
what an interesting video. I'm a bit out of touch with the cost of new cars as I've always bought old ones as that's always been my cost point that I can afford. However I love cars and the rarer the better as far as I'm concerned. I'm fascinated with the history of how and why a car was designed as well as how its built and what gives it its uniqueness as well as its performance etc. When I was lucky enough to first meet you, I didn't know that you owned a number of Ferrari's. But when I found that you had, it impressed me even more as you are the real deal sir, a true car nut. Your knowledge of car details is astounding. You bought them for what they are, unique performance cars that have that something that excites you. Sir William Lions once said "The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive." and I totally agree with him. a twisty road and a car are a great combination to enjoy and feel how alive the car is. Having seen, heard and even been lucky enough to travel in your F12 you ooze your passion for it. I completely get it from the way it looks and sounds to the way that it performs is simply intoxicating much like many other cars. I get to drive old Porsches and enjoy them for which I feel very fortunate. Keep doing what you do best. Talk about cars, weather it be a Mazda that is a small family hatch right through to your F12. All of them have something to say abou themselves and for one I thoroughly enjoy watching you video's. Long may it continue!!
Audio sounds fine. In fact, I'm listening to this over high end British audio gear, Crimson preamp, ATC amp and speakers with Dennis Moore resin core wiring from my cable box. Very clear and crisp. What's really nice is the exhaust sounds of the Ferrari! 🍻
I bought a cayman 4.0 last year, which is - not for the brand or car, but for the feelings to drive, my childhood dream. in fact there was no cayman when i was a child, but when it came out when i was a student, i knew, this car is a thing for me. i always wanted a car, that sounds like the games i played. that feels like an animal, when i drive it. and since i can not afford a v12 or v10 (while i found out that a gallardo is affordable), i was excited to have a naturally aspirated 4 Liter sports car with top top suspension and brakes and all the stuff that makes driving 250kmh on the autobahn much more safe than in the 90s. And since then i am really confronted SO often with those points you mentioning, which i was totally unaware about before. Yes, the interior, PDK and such is from the older 911. yes, some things look familiar to volkswagen/ audi in the car, but what really annoys me is, that I am looked at like i am a rich kid. And like the author of the video, i feel treatend to mention that i bought the car myself and i did not get heritage or lottery tickets. and no it is not leased. no it is not 90% financed with an an rate of 50% in 5 years. I just saved money for it for a couple years. and i did not buy it to get pussy or make anyone think i am better. i bought it, because i like the FEELING to turn the engine on. I like tipping the pedal. I like coming home with it. and yes, i could have bought an M3 or just a used RS6 for the same money and i would NOT be half as bad as this.
Vocal quality is lovely and clean. Ferrari paradox? I have never wanted one, never been on my radar and seem expensive to run. However after this weekend’s experience in that 488 I have serious want. You work hard and also share your experiences with anyone lucky enough to know you. Be proud of your achievements…..
I have had Porsches and have neighbours with Ferraris and McLarens. My dad has Lotuses, and I liked Porsches as they did make me feel a bit special and not too visible and they did make me feel special and I could use them on long commutes typically around 80 miles each way with enough of a smile on my face. I now own and fly an aircraft that is just something else and an excellent experience, especially looking down at traffic jams.
What really helped me understand this video is replacing "Ferrari" with "Koenigsegg", I'm not a huge Ferrari or Lamborghini fan as I find them.. well Italian, but I'd definitely not say no if I got to have a Go in one. These cars, especially for younger car guys like myself (low twenties), are such an inspiration, and that in of itself makes them special.
I saw a bright red Ford Orion that sounded awesome yesterday in Lancaster. It looked awesome, looked like a sporty variant complete with wide arches and some kind of spoiler and sounded very fruity. I also saw last week a BMW 765. I saw it from the side parked up and was amazed at the length of the car. Were they always that long lol.
Well said ! I've been watching your channel for a good few years now. And as a car enthusiast myself, enjoy your content. I follow many of the car channels. And I have to say, they're all brilliant & entertaining in their own right. What you bring to the table with your content, is very car focused. You describe what the car means to you as you're driving it. Which comes across very well. It's clearly a very good formula, which has afforded you your abilities to enjoy ownership of the cars you do. You're not alone in that either. In my book, if you're good at something & people like what you do, then you should clearly be paid your worth. Otherwise, why else do it 🤷♀️ I particularly liked your Lotus Cortina video. Perhaps, you could do a Carlton GSI one day ? Or even if we're (you're) lucky enough, a Lotus Carlton ? Thanks for doing what you do. Im still working towards getting my 1st Ferrari. I'll get it one day 😁🤞
Audio recorded with RODE Wireless PRO:
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Yo, there's no link to the program from A to B: Tales of Modern Motoring...
Ill sort now
The sound seems better with less background noise and i'm a long time Sennheiser fan
Fairly better sound
As a massive RODE user I've gone that way after trying several similar-priced rivals and I keep coming back to RODE
The Ferrari paradox for me is I watch tons of review videos on them yet I'll never be able to afford one.
Yeah 😂. You know it’s bad when you start going oh I wouldn’t have it in that spec etc, obviously I would it’s a Ferrari I don’t have one and I do want one
Surely you can buy a Mondial
Buying it is only the start, ownership is the headache - that’s true with any premium brand
If you're young it's definitely achievable
@@electrikoptik saying surely you have 40k is interesting 😂. And if I was spending 40k on a car there is a 0% chance I’d be buying a Mondial
A long time ago I decided that I would buy the cars I enjoy driving, and I would do that for me, and not for anyone else. Someone else’s judgement can be their problem then and not mine.
We need more people like you in the community 🙏
So did I… well done 👍
Who the hell buys a car for someone elses approval or pleasure.
@@somerandomfellalots of people. A big thing about car ownership for men is as a status symbol. How it makes them appear to other people.
To be fair, you should apply this philosophy everywhere in life.
I truly second your thoughts. On Friday, I took a day off to enjoy my own F12. It's my first Ferrari, bought it a year ago. It ended up in a 13h trip over 7 mountain passes and 600km on one day. I don't recall the number of smiles I've had this day but I'm sure it was a lot. the Most viewers here understand this, most people outside the car community don't. And that's ok.
Sound like the best day ever! Enjoy it
congrats!!
Had my dad not driven home with me when I first took delivery of my Subaru WRX, I probably would have smiled more. Working on making that up though.
Long time "car guy" starting with a clapped out 1970 Spitfire at age 17 . I paid $400 for it and had $50 left over in my bank account to deal with the failed brakes. Progressed through various Triumph's , Jag's and Porsche's. Have lived and breathed cars my whole life and ten years ago at the age of 57 paid cash for my first Ferrari , a 575 6 speed manual.
Every time I get in it ,50 years melt away and it takes me back to that feeling as a 17 year old in that Spitfire and as Jay says "is an event". There is something very special about this car that is hard to define.
Curiously , I had read about Ferrari's all my life and appreciated them but had never really thought I would want to or could own one. A parodox in itself. Long story but I eventually decided I needed to experience a V-12 manual Ferrari.
Summed up...one of the best decisions I ever made.
That's awesome, so glad you got to enjoy it
@@JayEmmOnCars Why did you delete my comment? It got a lot of likes. Well probably it wasn't an opinion you liked to see, although it was respectable.
@@detonator2112were you being an overly critical misery perhaps?
I have a similar story from Alfetta Gt at 17 years to a 550 at 56 years....the Faz feels like an Alfa with a volcano under it .....every drive is an event
I own and drive Ferraris (FF and 575) for my very own pleasure. I do not have the intention to impress anybody with them. I don't mention them in private conversations. I own them, because they give me an unbelievable pleasure to look at and and to drive of course. I have driven a lot of other brands, but no other brand can offer me this level of joy. So for me there is no paradox - there is just enjoyment! I love these Ferrari GT cars madly! And I believe James 100% that his motivation is the same!
Good on you. 👍🏻
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As a young chap I owned an MX5 with pop up head lights - I loved it. I was sitting in traffic with the hood down in Henley on Thames which had a TVR dealership in the high street, dreaming of TVR ownership. A policeman pulled up beside me and laughed “one day you might get a proper car son” I pointed out that he was riding a push bike and at least I was in a car, I thought he was going to give me a ticket for something!
37 years old here, who bit the bullet last year, and bought a Lotus Exige 350 sport. Though for 20 years I had been telling myself "one day I will own a Lotus", 7 years working abroad delayed significantly that goal. I blame you, for reigniting the lust for these pure, no frills sports cars, and for releasing the series of videos on the different Exige models. My hunt evolved from a Lotus Elise, to an Exige S2, before I decided to go all out and purchased a Military Grey, low milage one owner Exige 350 sports.
I am back from a week end in the french alps, where we drove in a spirited fashion 10 distinct passes with my father and the local Lotus owner's club. Incredible moments, the howling V6 reverberating across the mountains, in the tunnels, us sharing the driver's seat, discussing the behavior of the car, how to best attack hairpins, and how to coddle overheating tires...
I am the antithesis of the social marker car guy, I bought very selfishly that car to enjoy driving it. 1 year and a half in, the odometer went from 4000 km to 12000. I still am not very at ease with how much attention it attracts on the road, but the feedback from people has been overwhelmingly positive. Not a single refuelling session goes by without someone coming and enquiring about the car, or congratulating me on how great it looks.
Thank you, for sharing your passion, and yes, making us dream about these incredible cars, in a world where half the reviews on current cars focus on how many menus the entertainment system contains. One day perhaps a 430 scuderia will be mine, but for now I am so enthralled by my mini supercar, working on my heel and toeing, getting out every week end for a spirited drive in the beautiful roads nearby.
An older couple lived down the road from me in the same type of 2up/2down terrace that I bought as my first house…their children were adults and had long since left home and they had no need for a bigger house…so they had an Aston Martin on the driveway instead! 👌…they loved it and the road trips they did in that were worth more to them than a bigger house, they were actually living rather than playing at keeping up with the joneses 👍🏻
My Ferrari paradox is that I prefer to drive it at 6am on a mountain pass without anyone seeing or hearing me.
This man has it right !
Same here, just enjoying it for myself.
I used to love doing that in my 56 VW get up early and enjoy.
Summer evenings at dusk, with the roof off. ❤
Then you bought it for the right reason 😉
I enjoy Ferrari ownership by proxy via you. Thank you so much. Excellent.
As Lotus fan, only a Ferrari can top it for passion but maybe not driving 😊.
Audio was epic.
Had a lotus loved it..got a McLaren 570gt now..driving nirvana 👌..admittedly never driven a Ferrari
What a special car you have, a drivers car.
Maybe the fact that I am an American affects this but when I see the interesting cars that you or Harry’s Garage or Jay Leno, etc. share with us on TH-cam, I am more than happy that you are able to enjoy them. More power to you if that is what you choose to spend your time and money on. I am just as happy driving the less expensive car that I have now. Perhaps I will get more expensive and exotic cars in the future. But whether I do or not I am happy watching the videos you make of them and seeing how much enjoyment you get out of driving them.
I don’t normally comment on TH-cam, but I totally agree. I realised people mistake my enthusiasm for my old Porsche 993 as showing off, which it most certainly isn’t. It’s a sharing and mutual appreciation of something that’s quite brilliant and that I love dearly. Very British indeed
Sadly British jealousy spoils enjoying Ferraris, not so much Porsche
I’m 22 and saving for my first Ferrari (360) in every possible way i can. I have so much passion for Ferrari, so much in fact I don’t care what model that be a Mondial or a 296. It equally gets my heart pumping in way no other car can…and I’ve been around ford gt and things of that nature still amazing cars I’m grateful to be around but it will never be a Ferrari as I’m sure you understand haha. Anyways I look up to you a lot and enjoy you wisdom and fun videos ! Look forward to joining the club one day!
Jay, even Enzo said himself - people will forgive you for everything except success. I do see this from time to time in people who see Ferrari as mainly a status symbol or measure of affluence. In particular, I see people find it hard to forgive others for having beauty, money, and love. Does anyone else see similar?
I Think the issue is most people who have money buy with 0 passion, they buy an Audi ,BMW, or Merc to impress others not for themselve , most Porsche and Ferrari owners are not into cars they just got money and buy to prove success , which is fine , but the man driving Ford Focus RS , Camaro or Subaru Impresa etc has more passion , and did not buy it to say hey look at me.
Best car is scene is American, JDM, VW Ford etc. Because they not about status
@@gmain1977rubbish you have no idea what your talking about. Most people.... as if you asked them. You sure that M3 owners have no passion or Audi S or Rs4 etc? There are Big tuner scenes for those cars.... How can you not know? Just use TH-cam and look.
Jealousy is something people need to work harder on controlling I totally agree. As it’s one of the worse emotions for burning the whole house down if people let it simmer.
@@jondonnelly3 yes because I have met many, I went to a BMW show years ago all they did was speak about their jobs. And they are status symbols, car scene much better in 90s
I am constantly surprised that some very nice people I know, who on somehow finding out that I have a Ferrari - and their attitude changes instantly - they are really - Really - not happy that I have it. Some friends & relatives see it for what it is - a pleasure for me - as my bad back ie spondylitis - now stops me from my one true love - motorbikes - and I have never been jealous of anyone else's success in life - that seems super-childish to me. Its like those idiots who say "tax the rich" - well, seriously, its not that easy making money - so instead of jealousy, why not go & do it yourself ?? See how YOU like paying 48% income tax in the UK - yes, really !
Theres 2 types of people in the world.
- One type will tell you are a knob for having 3 Ferraris, be judgmental and say negative things.
- The other type will be happy for you and be interested in your excitement or want to understand the joy you get and your enthusiasm.
The latter are the people you need to keep in your life and the former the people you cut out. Keep doing you. Great videos and insight.
Anecdotes about selling Ferrari in Sydney around the year 2000 having sold Porsche immediately prior.
-In terms of their interest the Ferrari owner could be very neatly grouped into one of two camps; The car as engineering or The car as art. Discussing engineering with the latter was a waste of time and discussions of its beauty with former equally a waste.
-Many customers financed the Porsche, NONE financed a Ferrari in my 2.5 years. They did it easy and normally the price represented less than 10% of their net worth.
My favourite moment was a hard working and successful factory owner who with his wife took delivery of a new 360 Modena. Standing in the workshop and seeing the car he broke down saying "we get up at 5:30 every morning to head to work and have looked fwds to this for 20 years".
Hats off the 360 Moderna man
hard working factory OWNER? well, don't know about the paradox but that sure is an oxymoron.
No it isnt. Just because a job isn't manual labour doesn't mean it isn't work - and who says he didn't start out that way?
@JayEmmOnCars Hear hear sir!
@JayEmmOnCars Bang on Jay. This bloke was salt of the earth. Self made and humble. His whole family were a delight. The above response was entirely ignorant. The author needs to go away and research then compare and contrast companies like Cadbury who lifted entire populations out of poverty and gave them comfortable homes to live in with companies like clothing manufacturers who employ sweat shops. So, no oxymoron at all.
Excellent video and commentary… from a philosophical perspective you’ve nailed it in one James! My ownership (more by accident than planning) of a 365 GTC/4 and a 550 fulfils a passion formed over 50 years. The driving of these cars and the special feeling they give validates the ownership. Keep up the good work!
I love the F12, such a wonderful car! Totally understand the whole experience of a car not just the performance, it's why I enjoy my W204 C63 so much!
Audio sounds excellent .20 years ago I was fortunate enough to own a 328 gts. Some people were a little negative towards it but the vast majority were very friendly and I was often let out at junctions
I was once in stop-and-go traffic in my 458 minding my own business. The lane beside me moved ahead and some random woman who pulled up beside me turned to me and called me an "a**hole". The paradox is that I really AM an a**hole.
LMAO!
Brilliant 🤣
am constantly surprised that some very nice people I know, who on somehow finding out that I have a Ferrari - and their attitude changes instantly - they are really - Really - not happy that I have it. Some friends & relatives see it for what it is - a pleasure for me - as my bad back ie spondylitis - now stops me from my one true love - motorbikes - and I have never been jealous of anyone else's success in life - that seems super-childish to me. Its like those idiots who say "tax the rich" - well, seriously, its not that easy making money - so instead of jealousy, why not go & do it yourself ?? See how YOU like paying 48% income tax in the UK - yes, really !
@@irw4350 With some people if you appear richer than then, they call you a crook and if you appear poorer than them, they call you an idiot. So you need to show them that sweet spot in the middle. Say you have a Ferrari, but you bought it to compensate for a stutter, a limp, and a bad childhood, which were all cured by buying the Ferrari (which you paid for by winning a lottery). i.e. lie to them. Here in California, I pay 46% and am continuously being told by the powers that be that "I need to pay my share". What they leave out is that "my share" is multiple times the average share. It is getting worse, class warfare is being promoted by the government and the press.
@@ronpatrick9836 yes, exactly - I thought that in the Land of the Brave things might be a lot better than in the UK here - but it seems not !
It's ok Jay, I have three of them too and it's perfectly fine to be proud of them. And your microphone sounds great while you tell us about them! Carry on!
These are the best videos that you make. Thanks James! Sound is very clear
James, you hit the nail on the head when you said this is a car channel. JWW, Burton and Metcalfe all have amazing cars and so do you. I watch all because as a petrolhead I just want to see more of these cars. The paradox is the person watching a car channel and being jealous of the YT providing the content for said car channel. It’s all good, plough on regardless mon ami👍
More and more I find myself living my car dreams through TH-cam and mostly this channel, thanks for making me smile, loving your Ferrari trio, I’d be mentioning it way earlier than 3 minutes tho lol 😎😎
I hate the fact that in the uk we're all supposed to be overly modest about nice things. You have a great collection of fantastic cars(and some MGs) shout it from the roof tops
I've always thought of that as one of the nicer British social traits. Modesty seems in such very short supply these days on this side of the pond.
@@davidturgeon2087 The Brits are more arrogant than anyone else in the world, and do not deserve a single angstrom of it.
I was once told my mx5 is crap because it was supposedly slower than someone's 120D :) People love to bash things to make themselves feel good.
On the other hand, true car people will appreciate something about (almost) any car, especially having driven or owned said car.
The worst fate for any car is to sit in a garage and not be driven.
Jay.....this was an exceptionally good video. As a fellow supercar owner I love when you get philosophical about these things.
I used to live in a midwestern state in the US. Years ago I bought a used BMW 330i for $10k and they thought I was rich while the guy that showed up in the $50k truck was a hard worker.
It was about a month after owning it that I realized that I was now the prick driving the BMW even though I used my blinkers and let people merge in.
you can drive BMW now if you're a good driver, all the morons drive Tesla now.
As an M3 driver all I've got to say. I'd fuck them and love your 330
Arent social norms and preconcieved notions grand... makes me thankful I live where I do.
I hate when a friend brings up my Ferrari with people I don’t know. It causes an awkward change in conversation. I agree with you, you only really share it with friends. Well and TH-cam!
A jealous person has the problem not you. I love your videos and am very happy for you.
Audio guy here James, to my ears this setup appears to be slighly cleaner and maybe less outside interferance, your voice sounds flatter in a good way....cheers mate another fantastic film.
The top end is definitely rolled off a little. As you said it leaves it in a nice neutral space that's easy to listen to.
Thank you James for sharing your cars with us. Although I am not a ‘Ferrari-guy’ (yes, I have never driven one), I like them very much. I always get a smile on my face when I see one, as I have right now watching your video 😃
Love the channel. Whilst I can't afford some of these cars, doesn't mean I can't appreciate. I've just gone and bought a mercedes SL 230 and can experience a little of the above, albeit on a budget. Keep up the good work
Classy, self-deprecating intro. Love your films, whether they're about "luxury" cars or not.
Of course, Ferraris are desireable. Not that I'd buy one. But that doesn't make them less so.
I'm no expert, but the audio sounds clearer, if a little more "sharper", with more treble than usual.
This is brilliant.....especially the comment about people that knock a Ferrari .... " they havent driven one ...." its so hard to describe to someone who has not driven one exactly how amazing an experience it is to drive a Ferrari
Sound quality is very good especially your voice. Clear and precise. Over the past 30 years we have owned four Ferrari cars finishing with a 550 in Tour De France Blue. Loved them all. Now have an early Bentley GT that’s a great GT car. So I understand the pull , the desire and the pleasure of ownership well. As well as the wonder of good engineering.
For most of my 60+ years on this planet Ferraris were kind of beautiful things I saw only on rare occasions but were otherwise largely motoring irrelevancies to me - I could never afford one and thus my attention was focused more on the humble everyday cars that might have been within my financial reach. 'We covert that which we see everyday' as Hannibal Lector once memorably said. But I'm starting to change my viewpoint after all these years and I think I finally 'get it' now.
God knows they are still utterly unaffordable and unless it is a old Daytona or a Testarossa I might still struggle to identify one model from another. But when I recently saw that (criminally underrated) Michael Mann film about the remarkable life of Enzo Ferrari something clicked in me - yes in a way no other can match Ferrari is special company producing very special cars that surely make the world a more interesting place than it otherwise would be.
So please keep on making Ferrari content, alongside the occasional brown Austin Allegro stuff, and I dare say most of us will keep on with watching and enjoying it all
It’s acceptable anyway to mention the 3 Ferraris - but eminently more so when they are assets you use in your business to generate revenue.
I’ve had two Ferraris and now back to Porsche for a third time. I think the telling comment is that of your three Ferraris two are in the shop. Mine weren’t bad, but the hunt for spares was never fun or cheap. The other factor is that while modern Ferraris are generally handsome cars, they used to be stunning, whereas Porsche were always functional. Now I look at the F12/812 school of styling and honestly think Aston and Porsche win on aesthetics. The 911 this year needed oil and brake fluid flushed, also petrol and some air in the tires.
What an absolute gem of a video that Tales of modern motoring is. Like watching real life partridge. Brilliant
The elephant in the video, if you will, is class. Cars aren't just means to get from A to B or something to put a smile on your face, they are a signifier of class, status and prestige. When your Aston-owning plumber gets comment they wouldn't get about a similarly- priced Golf, it's not because of the money they've spent, it's because they have a symbol of a higher status than the one making the comment (and higher than they "should have"). It's like Imperial purple - the colour that only the emperor was allowed to wear, even though there's nothing particularly magical about purple (now). Your Ferraris project that "I am one of the elite", whether it's true (or even meaningful) or not; and the comments about your collection aren't that you have three Ferraris, it's that you have more Ferraris than *they think you should have*. I bet no-one comments about Chris Evans' car collection the same way.
Similarly the chap trying to argue him modified car is better - it's nothing to do with whose car gets to 60 fastest or how it goes round the 'Ring, it is the chap saying "you have a higher-status car than me. But you're not better than me." Which is a ridiculous position to take, but arguably it's a silly idea to project status through a transport machine - not necessarily sillier than doing it via handbags, but a lot more expensive. I think it's some subconscious link back to herd behaviour and establishing which male will mate with all the females, and at least these guys are competing with their machinery rather than killing each other.
I can listen / watch you ramble on all day about most anything. Having the subject be “Ferrari” is the added bonus. You are an amazing storyteller and communicator. ❤
Aww thanks
Love your channel, your enthusiasm and love of cars. I would trade my LC500 for your F12 anytime, damn that sound! And ur totally right, I grew up in Europe where people almost make you feel bad about driving a nice car. I moved to California 25 years ago and out here, people give you the thumps up and just want to have a nice chat with you. Keep up the great work!
Ferrari’s are special to drive, and watching all the videos over the years that you have done, let’s people understand what it is like to own one. They are not the easiest cars to live with. They are passionate cars and thanks to you JM for making them, as it was your video about Ferrari finance that enabled me to get my first one. Knowledge and enthusiasm shared and enjoyed.
Ferraris...
This channel just becomes better and better, thank you Jay
James' videos are no doubt excellent, which is why I keep watching. The Ferrari content is great in sofar as it illustrates the practical side of exotic car ownership. It's undoubtedly not all strawberries and cream. that said, James has amassed a considerable collection of expensive road jewelry and I'd like to see a video on how that was attained from a financial perspective. These have been touched on the past. We need something where the main star is Excel !
I found my sweet spot with the R8, it ticks the boxes of what I want from a car and isn’t completely absurd for a daily driver. Price wise I had exactly what you mentioned, people can’t get their head around the idea it was general new car money. Okay there’s potential big bills, but that’s offset by depreciation. I do keep eyeing up Huracans and FF’s, but I don’t think I’d end up using them as much.
James, love your channel, couldn't agree more with you on the entire content of this video. As an American Ferrari owner(Lotus and Porsche as well) you're spot on. Keep up the good work and I am very happy for your success , your work deserves it.
I found your video extremely interesting. I always enjoy watching your reviews and eagerly awaiting new content, I have been watching for years now. Keep up the good work.
Multiple exotic car owner here, dating back to 1994 when my 1st Ferrari arrived. Look, some people do buy nice cars to be flash,some to go fast, some because it’s a “me-too” clique, some to adore, some for the appreciation of engineering excellence and some for nostalgia. TBH now I’m 60 and have owned McLaren, Ferrari, Porsche, Maserati, big bore BMW, light and nimble Lotus and mobile lounges Range Rovers… thus unequivocally I can say yes I’ve bought each car for plus/minus every aforementioned rationale 🤭. Having said that I am as interested in a FIAT 595 as a Ferrari 812 / a tuned up lawn mower as a combine harvester / Ducati as a DAF….. that’s what makes real petrol heads tick…isn’t it 🧐
This is a gorgeous F12 spec. Never seen that interior before
I loved the explanation at the beginning being morphed into the breaking of the paradox 😂, excellent work as always 👏
I love watching your channel and even though i probably will never be able to afford some of the cars you feature, i am happy for your success and respect the hard work you did to enjoy your success. Whatever people think about you is none of your business, more power to you 😊
I’ve been a Porsche dreamer since I was 10 years old. When I was 40 I bought my first 911 a 993 twin turbo. Then I got into the GT cars. In the 2000’s you could walk into your dealer and buy any 911 I wanted. In 2007 a fully loaded GT3 was $120,000 with PCCB brakes. I owned 3 GT3s. My last gt3 was the 991.2. Porsche invited me to buy a 918, I still have the invitation letter.
When I inquired about the 992 GT3 I was basically laughed out of my dealership. And for a very minor upgrade they wanted almost double what I paid for my 991.2 GT3. I think Porsche has lost its mind. They are making very incremental improvements and making very Large price increases. A new 911 turbo S is $250,000 and that’s just crazy. I don’t think they’re worth it. When I was younger and money was tighter I could get any model I wanted, and now I’m older with much more money and Porsche wants me to hand over most of my equity to buy even a 718 Spyder RS which I don’t like. The new GT crowd couldn’t find a race track if I put it in their phone for them. We used to all go to the track.
I’m going to look at Ferrari, and I know the games are the same but there are so many models now that you can find a good used model with almost no miles .
Sound quality is crisp and very clear Jay. Also, if I had 3 Ferrari's, I think I would also find it a challenge not to mention what is (TBH) something most want and can never afford. It is also a personal achievement that I am sure you are very proud of your choices in life. Good on ya - keep up the good work!
I bought my first Ferrari 20 years ago. It was a Mondial and I totally fell in love with it.
Though I’d planned it for a few years it was an accident I bought one eventually.
As a kid in the 70’s I never really had a marque in mind that said you’d made it.
In the late 50’s when my parents bought their house out of some 40 houses on the street there was only them and one neighbour had one.
That seemed like wealth to me.
It wasn’t though they gave up lots to own that car.
So my ferrari Mondial. I wanted a 66-68 fastback Mustang but my then missus had other ideas.
So she says look at something else please.
I wanted four seats and the Mondial was cheap. That started my obsession over them. Three Ferraris later (not all at the same time 😅) I still love them.
I don’t care what else I could have bought because I bought what I wanted.
Great video and I do agree on many of those points.
I almost bought an F40 (would have been my first Ferrari) a few years back, but the owner thrashed it from cold, on the test drive.
I then decided to spend the money on building a new house and since then, family has come to stay with my parents (and even my grandmother) being with us on a semi-permanent basis.
I’ve had to settle for a 911 instead of the F40, but the happiness and satisfaction of “giving” to the family, is unparalleled.
Making it in life might be best represented by a Ferrari, but being happy?
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Have you watched the Harvard study of happiness on TH-cam ?
@@stu4181 I had not, but thank you for pointing me to it. Of course, they are right! (But don’t tell the Ferrari owners that)
@@I999-g2s yeah it’s a good watch and makes perfect sense.
The bit about the same health condition on people who are happy in their relationships hurts less than in people who aren’t happy in their relationships.
ideally we’d have the big family house and a Ferrari but the choice between the two is simple!
As day to day nice cars don’t help you keep grinding, it’s the people who care you are there that keep you going (for most people)
Audio sounds good and very clear. Although I have never had an issue with audio quality in any of your videos. Enjoyed the video and your summary around Ferrari's. Your F430 Scuderia would be my pick out of your three and I enjoyed the experience you shared with me with your F12 after you did a film on my previously owned MK3 Focus RS Edition. I also enjoy talking about cars to share with others and it is a great community to be a part of. Often it can be from growing up and in other cases to drive the success of a career. It can often inspire people and is a nice place to zone out to in the car world. In truth, only the individual knows for sure and it is subjective to them. Keep up the great content James 👍
My first ever comment I. Your channel. Loved the change of pace for this video. The transparency around your family. The insights into Google earnings. And yes, I love that you have 3 Ferrari’s. But then, I’m American 😊
Thankyou my friend :)
Sensible, insightful, reasoned, as usual. Well said, James.
James, you’re not a tool because you have 3 Ferraris. You have worked hard to get where you are at and you want to continue your progress-thats admirable. You know what content makes you money. Additionally very few people start out with a Ferrari as a first car. You have to work to attain them. To your point buying a used Aston Martin instead of a golf R in s corporate environment might set off alarm bells that we are paying you too much. But you might just be smarter with your money than everyone else around you. They don’t consider high end cars because they don’t realize they can be bought at lower prices. There are plenty of people that have tried to knock my cars over the years. People liked to knock my Ferrari California. My Corvette or my gtr is better. Ok, I that glad that you are happy with your car. I am curious have you driven a California? Majority of the time they haven’t even been a passenger in one. One ride completely changes perspective. My point is its easy to judge or jump to conclusions without having experiencing it for yourself. Even you James have driven the same model multiple times and have reached different conclusions based upon condition of the car or road conditions.
The California is criminally overlooked, including by Ferrari fans
@@JayEmmOnCars Jay right now I have a California T in a rare rosso california color. It turns a lot of heads. I also just got an AMG GT 63 4 door. I have to say its one of the best cars I have ever driven. I was watching your review on it the other day. You made a lot of solid points. Perhaps its because Im in the US that the car has a spot in the lineup and loads of power.
Fully agree with the paradox. As a triple Ferrari owner, all from the nineties, I have very similar experiences. Thanks for the video James!
I’ve got a Lexus RC-F 2015 reg and wherever you go it gets the same reaction,people love it and admire it,it’s not worth a fortune but looks a million dollars,and I love it,that’s what it’s all about,costs a fortune in fuel,but smiles per miles it’s amazing 🤩
I recently renovated a house and I have learned that craftsman arriving in sh1t car is a huge red flag. They always crewed things up and took them ages to finish a job. The craftsmen with a good car did a job well and usually weren't even more expensive since they finished the job quickly. Despite this people here in Czech Republic are perhaps even more envious of wealthy people than the British are.
I really enjoyed this video mate, nice to see your passion expressed that is relatable across the board you highlighted some laughable but very true points.
Great video. For me, hearing the why’s and how’s of being a car owner and enthusiast are far more interesting than the tech stuff. Well done, again.
I have no desire to own a supercar but I'm glad they exist to entertain everyone.
You carry on doing what you're, mate. There'll always be haters, There'll always be people who are jealous, and there'll be people who just don't like ferrari's and won't watch.
I like what you're doing. Thank fella .
I’d have to say that this is the best quality audio you have ever published, James
Well I only have two Ferrari's but I did have five at one time. Enjoyed watching the video.
Perfect video James...You must be sick to death of some green-eyed envy comments... like being a Ferrari owner at your age …so it must be inheritance or dads money etc. Life's too short...fill your boots!
Well done for working so hard.
I had a Ferrari 308 GT4 in 2001 and the 'crap' that I got filtered back (all those GT4 things) to me from my work was unbelievable. I was 36, but now totally restoring my 1995 6.0 Jaguar XJS V12 (with a manual gearbox),and its the history of that Spitfire V12...oops...Jaguar V12 that I love being behind. I think your channel is great...'long live petrol/gasoline.'
Love the content James and you sharing your cars with us. Just purchased a Lotus Evora, greatly inspired by watching your content over the years too!
I certainly hope you read this comment, James…..
I truly love your channel and content. I dunt get to see every video but I’ve seen the ones that I can and especially those that pique my interest and this one certainly does as I love Ferraris and decided sometime back in the 90’s or 00’s that was my favorite brand. I know you have 3 Ferraris from the FEW times I’ve caught you talk about them and I wish I could afford (or at least the chance to drive) one; but at NO time have I ever been annoyed at you owning (or announcing you own) them. There IS a distinct difference though between you and TH-camrs (myself included but NOT monetized yet) that start off from “humble beginnings” and do things that are quirky and daft (I’m not a Brit so enjoy the idiom) and then as they grow and become nuevo wealthy QUICKLY start having Porsche, Lamborghini, Ferrari, Aston Martin, etc content, WALK AWAY from their humble beginnings and start SHOWING OFF THEIR NEW PURCHASE AND HOUSE ETC!!!!! I stopped watching Hoovies Garage after his Rolls Royce purchase, showing off HIS MANSION, and then COMPLAINING about the purchases and how much “in debt” he was financially. I won’t watch him if you paid me now- thank you! I stopped watch Doug Demuro because of his increasing bemoaning his expensive purchases and his ever increasing annoying and ridiculous voice changes to emphasize some stupid joke. I’ve stop watching Tavarish after his content became EXCLUSIVELY about the latest Lamborghini or Ferrari he bought and then joining Hoovie, Demuro, and that idiot from Vinwiki fur Top Gear inspired (but not even close to as entertaining) comparisons and competitions. There IS a difference between you tastefully explaining the difference between cars you’re familiar with (and ownership IS a reputable reliable factor) and those you know in passing or from reputation. I appreciate your take and your explanation even though you owe NOBODY the explanation- it WAS a good rebuttal and a good take. As well as a cheeky way to spend a whole video talking about your 3 Ferraris AND getting a potentially favorable AND more valuable per view content!!! You’re a treasure, James! Keep up the good work! Maybe one day I’ll get to enjoy a ride in a Ferrari or the like!
I hope you get that ride :) Thanks for the comment, really appreciate it
Very enjoyable Jay. I felt like I was actually having a conversation with you. I’m at the cusp of ownership of say a 2010 Vantage to use as a daily, and have been hesitant, wondering what my family and coworkers might think. I have to stop worrying about that.
Nice video, got a mate that's had several and his answer is, I always wanted one as a kid. So there you have it, when he could, he did and still does. John
Realy nice video .. don't worry, the attitude you describe in Brits is in fact identical to us here in Czech as well, and i'd say in most countries might be close or similar. I think nearly every car guy wants a Ferrari in his life, often we pretend we don't, because we know we can't afford one or can afford, but knowing, it will be big trouble it something expensive breaks down. That was exactly my joy and fear many years ago, when i bought my first used Porsche 911. It was a plain 996 Carrera 2 in silver and i was so happy to have it, but at the same time worried i have gone way too crazy and if things go wrong, i will hardly be able to afford fixing it. In the end things went OK... But i was used to cheaper cars, hot hatches, old BMW's and stuff, i could fix a lot of things myself or fairly cheaply at a garage. I have had many sports cars since, but i think i still have this "Ferrari fear" that if i once buy one, i'll struggle to afford to maintain it, fix it and even if i do, then i would have to admit myself, i have bought way too expensive toy .. hard to justify its costs. I drive one now already classic 911, the 3.2 Carrera from the 80's , car which is mechanical and pretty much simple and also few other cars i really like to drive, while i feel the cost of owning and using them is really good and affordable versus the amount of driving joy it gives in return. One of them is a Lancer EVO VI, other a Lotus and the last one a Corvette C6 with manual gearbox. And yes, i have driven few Ferraris in my life, it was a great experience, but in terms of running cost per "smiles" it gives back in the driving, they are just too expensive i think. However, love your 550 Maranello, it would be easily one of my dream cars, greetings from Czech 😀
JM described well the social impact of the automobile. I'm a petrolhead since I was a toddler and Ferrari was/is the pinnacle as a symbol of success. As a man, I find success very important and I wanna be seen and respected as such. I used to believe that this need made me less of a car enthusiast, but I dont anymore. Ferraris are special because of everything they mean.
I’m going to frame what you said in the end. That’s some powerful stuff. It’s so true. Thank you my brother, you have a gift with words. I really mean that. Cheers mate! 🍻
Alan, from San Diego, CA ☀️🌴
Father had a 230sl in the 70s and the shop also worked on Ferraris. They looked like spaceships to me back then, and were about as rare where I grew up. Wanted one ever since. Took me another 50 years for everything to line up. I bought a Scud, paid cash, and I'm quite pleased with it. Have had four 911s, and while they are great cars to drive/track, the Scud delivers theatre in a way that the Porsches did not (one RSR I sampled did the trick, though). It was never about status for me... I enjoy it with my son on early morning runs. Now he's got the fever, too...
How many Ferraris do you own, I must have missed that part of the video. LOL I've been following you since you had 50K subs, I keep watching your videos because you seem like a genuine person who has a true love for cars. I'm not jealous of your 3 Ferraris, I'm happy for you!!!
James, what makes you such a passionate & credible Ferrari ambassador is that you actually drive them & know what you’re taking about. Most Ferrari owners don’t! It’s only about prestige & projection of success, as they never seem to actually drive them, which is why I’ll never own one except a Dino that isn’t badged “Ferrari” & are now unattainable.
I’m a 2017Lotus Evora 400 owner that I drive hard, daily in summer, & IMHO it has the finesse & nuance that Ferrari simply doesn’t. Period.
Your comments on Porsche 911’ for the disinterested were spot on too 😂
Keep up the great reviews as always interesting & insightful!
Drive on.
Totally agree. An American gent once told me that they call this “the British disease”
Anyone who tells you your car ‘belongs to the bank’ they’re are projecting their envy that they can’t afford it and trying to ‘bring you down a peg’. Sad really
Maybe people have had enough of subsidising the cheap interest rates that car and house manufacturers/owners are dependant upon.
People who use lending to buy cars are just as dependant on other peoples money as people on benefits.
but it does
Your comment doesn't make any sense. Someone else takes out a loan but suddenly it's you who is paying for it?
the opposite is true where people buy expensive cars on finance because they think they "deserve" it and want to be viewed as up a peg in stature.
I mean, my cars belong to the bank. Going to be solving that soon. I think there’s a lot of value in impacting cash flow but not liquidity to a certain point. For us, that point has passed and now we’ll course correct. But my cars are much cheaper than what you’re probably imagining. They spark joy, nevertheless.
Nice video, i really appreciate your honesty and transparency, your probably the greatest ferrari owner :D
love the classic JayEmm drive-away in the intro
Great video, really enjoyed that. Never likely to own a Ferrari, but the discussion was enjoyable 👍
what an interesting video. I'm a bit out of touch with the cost of new cars as I've always bought old ones as that's always been my cost point that I can afford. However I love cars and the rarer the better as far as I'm concerned. I'm fascinated with the history of how and why a car was designed as well as how its built and what gives it its uniqueness as well as its performance etc. When I was lucky enough to first meet you, I didn't know that you owned a number of Ferrari's. But when I found that you had, it impressed me even more as you are the real deal sir, a true car nut. Your knowledge of car details is astounding. You bought them for what they are, unique performance cars that have that something that excites you. Sir William Lions once said "The car is the closest thing we will ever create to something that is alive." and I totally agree with him. a twisty road and a car are a great combination to enjoy and feel how alive the car is. Having seen, heard and even been lucky enough to travel in your F12 you ooze your passion for it. I completely get it from the way it looks and sounds to the way that it performs is simply intoxicating much like many other cars. I get to drive old Porsches and enjoy them for which I feel very fortunate. Keep doing what you do best. Talk about cars, weather it be a Mazda that is a small family hatch right through to your F12. All of them have something to say abou themselves and for one I thoroughly enjoy watching you video's. Long may it continue!!
Thanks JayEmm, I fully agree with you on your views about your cars.
Audio sounds fine. In fact, I'm listening to this over high end British audio gear, Crimson preamp, ATC amp and speakers with Dennis Moore resin core wiring from my cable box. Very clear and crisp. What's really nice is the exhaust sounds of the Ferrari! 🍻
I bought a cayman 4.0 last year, which is - not for the brand or car, but for the feelings to drive, my childhood dream. in fact there was no cayman when i was a child, but when it came out when i was a student, i knew, this car is a thing for me. i always wanted a car, that sounds like the games i played. that feels like an animal, when i drive it. and since i can not afford a v12 or v10 (while i found out that a gallardo is affordable), i was excited to have a naturally aspirated 4 Liter sports car with top top suspension and brakes and all the stuff that makes driving 250kmh on the autobahn much more safe than in the 90s.
And since then i am really confronted SO often with those points you mentioning, which i was totally unaware about before. Yes, the interior, PDK and such is from the older 911. yes, some things look familiar to volkswagen/ audi in the car, but what really annoys me is, that I am looked at like i am a rich kid. And like the author of the video, i feel treatend to mention that i bought the car myself and i did not get heritage or lottery tickets. and no it is not leased. no it is not 90% financed with an an rate of 50% in 5 years. I just saved money for it for a couple years. and i did not buy it to get pussy or make anyone think i am better. i bought it, because i like the FEELING to turn the engine on. I like tipping the pedal. I like coming home with it.
and yes, i could have bought an M3 or just a used RS6 for the same money and i would NOT be half as bad as this.
Vocal quality is lovely and clean.
Ferrari paradox? I have never wanted one, never been on my radar and seem expensive to run. However after this weekend’s experience in that 488 I have serious want.
You work hard and also share your experiences with anyone lucky enough to know you. Be proud of your achievements…..
I have had Porsches and have neighbours with Ferraris and McLarens. My dad has Lotuses, and I liked Porsches as they did make me feel a bit special and not too visible and they did make me feel special and I could use them on long commutes typically around 80 miles each way with enough of a smile on my face.
I now own and fly an aircraft that is just something else and an excellent experience, especially looking down at traffic jams.
Interesting and I'm glad to find your TH-cam video, keep it up
Great to see the F12 on the channel again James. Hopefully get another F12 FF meet in the diary soon!
Greetings from across the pond, Audio sounds great, another great video, bro. I've learned a lot from your channel, thank you.
What really helped me understand this video is replacing "Ferrari" with "Koenigsegg", I'm not a huge Ferrari or Lamborghini fan as I find them.. well Italian, but I'd definitely not say no if I got to have a Go in one. These cars, especially for younger car guys like myself (low twenties), are such an inspiration, and that in of itself makes them special.
Italian are the kings , and this from a muscle car fan, Supercar wise they are the best in terms of drama and wow factor
I saw a bright red Ford Orion that sounded awesome yesterday in Lancaster. It looked awesome, looked like a sporty variant complete with wide arches and some kind of spoiler and sounded very fruity. I also saw last week a BMW 765. I saw it from the side parked up and was amazed at the length of the car. Were they always that long lol.
Well said ! I've been watching your channel for a good few years now. And as a car enthusiast myself, enjoy your content. I follow many of the car channels. And I have to say, they're all brilliant & entertaining in their own right. What you bring to the table with your content, is very car focused. You describe what the car means to you as you're driving it. Which comes across very well. It's clearly a very good formula, which has afforded you your abilities to enjoy ownership of the cars you do. You're not alone in that either. In my book, if you're good at something & people like what you do, then you should clearly be paid your worth. Otherwise, why else do it 🤷♀️
I particularly liked your Lotus Cortina video. Perhaps, you could do a Carlton GSI one day ? Or even if we're (you're) lucky enough, a Lotus Carlton ?
Thanks for doing what you do. Im still working towards getting my 1st Ferrari. I'll get it one day 😁🤞