Alfa Romeo 4C Spider Review | The Little Super Car That Could
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 2 ต.ค. 2019
- On paper, the Alfa Romeo 4C is probably one of the best performance cars for the money. I finally get to take it out for a spin, so let's see if it lives up to the hype. On this episode, I drive the 4C, track it and find out how this affordable exotic car stacks up in our acceleration test.
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I actually daily drive my 4C lol.
You're a legend.
I love you for that, straight up. My dream car, and the fact that you daily that masterpiece😍😍 The town where you live propably arent grateful enough for seeing the 4c everyday 🤤
@@egortarasovskis8710 Thank you, Egor. I actually live in Florida, so the weather is great most of the year. A lot of supercars in Miami. The 4C is my only car and it's very usable actually. It's a great city car because of its size.
Samy Belmont there might be a lot of supercars, but you know damn right yours is the best😍😍
Masochist lol
Having The 4C , Elise and Evora...this one is the best compromise of them all Heritage/Analog Feel With Soul of the Italian Cars Of the Older Days...But In The Modern Era
Underrated car, underrated channel. Keep giving us the good content brother!
This guy has his own unique style. Did he change the channel name? Anyway, great content and presentation.👍
He truly deserves a decent 100k more subs
When I was looking at this car it took me a while to get past "I can buy faster cars for less money." That is absolutely true. But as you said, it feels faster than it is, and I pass 3-4 Porsche's a day on my way to work. In addition, in my opinion it looks much better than anything in its range. Agree, this car is raw as hell. It is not for the timid, but it is definitely for me.
Think when people complain about the quality of the interior they are forgetting how expensive that carbon tub is. Try buy any part in carbon it's extremely expensive. They are trying to justify a 70k pound Renault Megane because it has carbon "parts" on it. The whole chassis on the 4c is made of it.
The Alfa Romeo 4c is the best car I've ever driven! You're right. It's so raw! You also forgo to mention that it doesn't have power brakes. You're right about the steering. After test-driving the Alfa Romeo 4c, I didn't even want to go back o power steering.
Last week I went to the “coveted” C8 viewing. I spent the previous 2 months “building” and “configuring” and re-re-configuring the 2020 C8. I had paid $1000 to have an early ordering slot. Then I actually saw it in person. I then asked for my money back and drove straight to the Porsche dealer to cleanse my soul. Your assessment of the C8’s weight is right on, and it is this experience that had me end up here. I had no idea the 4C existed, or that it was a mid-engine car. Now it is in first place above (slightly) the Cayman.
This is such an incredibly well-made video. Awesome job mate.
Love the song choice!! Your music taste is A+ and always fits in perfectly with the vibe of your videos.
Love your videos and your effort that you put into them. Keep up the great work.
Thanks for being so detailed in this review. Covered pretty much everything.
You nailed this. I had a 2015 4C Spider for 3 years until more kids happened - now I have a Giulia Quadrifoglio which is phenomenal, but I miss my 4C terribly. Not quite as raw as the Lotus Elise I had before it, but pretty close. Well done!
Nice perspective and review. The cinematography and direction is pro and on point! Love, Love, Love your content. I know I'm in for a treat every time I press play.
This is the best opening since you video on the Hellcat. Amazing cinematography all around and I truly love the detailed review. Thank you for these 12 minutes of car bliss this evening.
Thanks Francois!
Great video on 4C. Your insight is engaging and on target with just the right amount of attitude. I've owned my 4C Coupe for over a year and love it. Picked it up with 500 miles well under 50K. I only wish I had a 3 car garage.
Nice review. Found this during a search after one stop lighted me and I was interested to know more.
great review, theses videos always make my Thursdays worth waiting for!!!!
I agree with comments above - underrated car and underrated channel! Amazing video quality!
Based on the quality of this video I would’ve assumed you had 5 million subs. Keep it up👌👌👌. Just subbed
I love mechanical keys... It's just satisfying to crank an engine up in the morning and listening to it..
By the way.. subscribed
Just found your channel and loved this review. Great intro, camera work and commentary 👍
I love the Alfa 4C. I have owned two. A mini supercar for sure.
Great work as always. Might be a good video if you compare this against your 124. I know they aren't really in the same class at all, but would neat to watch. Haven't seen anyone else cover that.
It's a freakin rocket when tuned
Great video quality, straight to the point. Nice!
This grey looks kinda nice too!
Very detailed review, thanks.
Great review. I've daily driven an i8 for the past year and am itching to add the 4C to my garage to actually feel and hear an engine.
This little sporty beast is so lovely. You exposed its beauty to the fullest. More people will be falling in love with 4c.
Im new to the channel and completely blown away - you sir produce excellent content! Time to explore your channel just in time for the long weekend 👍🏽
Dope video. I have a giulia and love it for every day. I’m thinking of getting either 4c or quadrifoglio next.
Your videos are awesome, cinematic, content, music you got it all
why arent you famous man?
Thats why i subscribed
Your videos are awesome , outstanding work👍
Great review bud. Great production quality as well
Another great video really good thank you man
Great contents. Awesome video. Keeping up the good work.
I bought my 4C a month and a half ago and I daily drive it with enjoyment. I also have another car and have been parried ever since!
*love my 4c. Such a pure car and yep. You can’t daily this thing. Too much hassle but we have another car to daily* 🙌
Do you get notified every time a 4C video gets posted? 😂
I daily mine, but I don't have to deal with UK roads so.
Everytime I see your 4C on IG, I get jealous that we can't have those awesome "Spider" headlights.
Trenton Zucco me Yes! I love the cope’ so I bought it!! It is Amazing
Love my 4c as well and daily the hell out of it. You're right about the Stage 2 tune for sure. Solid cinematography bro, keep it up! Subbed!
I can smell the incoming Giulia QV review all the way from Puerto Rico.
Kryptonian 😂👍 i totally agree with the steering!
I just got one. I loved the look and feel of it. Red 2017 Spider. Some guy in Germany sells carbon fibre hardtop for it.
Just saw a brand new one in person for the first time.... that twin turbo spool 4 cylinder sounds out of this world.
Another great review
Absolutely loved the content, so I subscribed instantly. I would love to see it compared to an Alpine A110. I feel they are very similar in what they aim for (lightweight, somewhat powerful but most importantly, nailing the power to weight ratio + feel), and the A110 is said to be a little bit better daily (more comfortable and almost as fun, if not more).
But an Alfa is an Alfa. This is just absolutely gorgeous.
dream car. Beautifully produced video as well
Great video. I was expecting some trash talk about cup holders typical to almost all American car reviews, or those complaints about "plastic not being as good" you hear so often from German reviewers.
You should find an Exige and put these two cars in a head to head on a track!
Lotus is better probably.
Everyone talks about the Exiges (which are cool cars), but new age Elises, at least in my market of Australia, are a far more direct cost/power rival
What ?? no one "can't " nor "ever will" challenge this car.??..puhleeze. And I saw the engine compartment of an Alfa Spider Veloce decades ago when I was young(er)dam,it was beautiful...so I don't hate Alfa...but these 430 Lotuses...just watch some vids. It also comes down to reliability...who's gonna win there?
@@bigcity2085 I have a 2015 4C Launch Edition bought new. No issues at all and with better tires the car is very quick. on track Plenty of mods available also to take to the next level. I am a Super Moderator on the ALFA 4C Forum with over 6000 owners of 4Cs world wide. The car proven to be pretty much bullet proof. Yeah the car is impractical for anything other than to put a hell of a smile on your face. That being said I know several people who use them as daily drivers albeit limited storage space requires some good packing. Prior to this car I had a 1970 ALFA Duetto that I also bought new and kept for over 40 years while many other cars came and went. Hated to sell that old car but garage space is limited.
Plenty of videos on TH-cam about that. The latest Exige V6 give it a run for the money but those are not available in the US and are selling aout twice what a 4C costs. The original 4 cylinder Exige with super charger even modded is slower....older tech is the reason. My neighbor has both a 4C fully modded and previously had the 4 Cylinder US version that was also fully modded. He said the 4C is faster by a good amount and a LOT more comfortable and getting in and out on both is a bit of an skill but the Exige was far worse. That is OK though as that was a decade older design. Would love to try one of the latest Exige Sport Cup cars but sadly....not available here in the US as I mentioned. Too bad that there aren't a couple of more cars like the 4C here....the new Renault might be a fun car too....but not sold here either ;-(
"Unless you're a complete psychopath" love it.
Love the new format
Amazing content, haven't found such a good channel in a few years. Subscribed. Also FYI European owners, the European 4c model is a fair bit lighter so better power to weight!
About 140 KG I read, which is a massive increase..
Last year, I had the pleasure of working as a sales person for Alfa Romeo and Abarth. Driving the Australian spec 4c, is definitely surreal. I haven't driven any car like it, it's very raw and very drivers focused. This car is a true weekend car, as you said the interior is basic and trying to park this thing is terrible. But when your on the track or on a windy road, you can't compete.
Okay so u havs a been on certal west roads? Would it be any good in rural areas?
Excellent video. Agree with all your conclusions!
Why are people hating on this video 📹? Man this was amazing 👏 Great Job
Amazing cinematography.
Just bought a 18 4C Spider. An amazing little car
This has to be one of the coolest car reviews I have ever seen man. Still would not have the car or any other Italian car.
Werner Danler drive one ,!!!!!! Then comment
Very well done, and I think you nailed it right on the head! The 4C is a perfectly flawed sports car, but dang does it look good and make you smile (on the right pavement). The short gears really make it a blast to smash the throttle and keep it civil on public roads. So did you actually buy it? If you did and speaking from experience, don't waste your $ to try and make it date/wife friendly. On track it is a tad of a handful till the front geometry gets addressed, rear bushings replaced, and seats/harness that support you. Once done, it is way to fun to thrash around!!!
Thank you! Nope I didn't buy it. The guy who lent it to me for the video had just bought it. It had 22K miles on the odometer at the time and I have a feeling that the geometry was done. The red one that I drove at the track felt different than the grey one despite both being 2016 model years. The car has a lot of potential, I'd curious about their reliability in the long run and their ability to take abuse. I want to revisit the idea of purchasing one, but only after I drive an Exige and Ariel Atom (which is my dream track car).
@@SpeedLabsMotorEnvy Reliability is much better than many assume for an Alfa, given how bad they were when they left the US market. I would argue it is actually more reliable than the bad press the Gulia got from some reviewers due to the lack of many electronics. This is THE most common question I get at the track. I have had very few issues with my car, and i make the comparison when VW took over Lamborghini. Lamborghini quality increased significantly due to it. I had a failed rear strut about a year into ownership (leaky), and a failed throttle position sensor (that ended my track weekend early). Everything has been taken car of under warranty, but parts (and labor) will be EXPENSIVE outside of warranty. The advantage of the 4C on track is that it weighs as much as a Miata but with an extra 100 hp. Consumables are expensive, but you don't blow them quickly (Rotors/pads last a long time). The real disadvantage of the 4C is that if you screw up and go off track and damage a body panel it is VERY VERY expensive to repair/replace. I have full track insurance, so I will keep thrashing the car on the track because it is so fun and a challenge to drive. On my local track , I can stay up with most of the significantly higher HP cars as the track is fairly balanced between tight twisty and straights (and mine isn't tuned).
like always the best car content
Very nicely done.Cars really unique and cool.
Half a ton,, I think you will find that that is actually just three American adults?
Bro, great video. Heaps funny as well 😛.
Nice video,FYI,I do use my 4C for groceries!!!
Love your videography
Beautiful video terrific car!
Best 4C video out there
It’s actually a great commuter. It’s agile and quick, plus it averages 28 MPG and FTD. You can just about crush anyone in four wheels stop light to stop light. Traction is amazing in the real world.
Yess! one of my favorite cars!!
Great video👍
High quality video 👍
Good Title, Good Conclusion!
It blow my mind how this car was brought to Nurburgring to go for an official lap and get a 8.04 sec time! Amazing, without any upgrade.
My Dream car ... 😊 great video
Once I get the turbo on my MR2 Spyder, I'll have my own budget 4C.
Dude! My last car was a mr2 spyder with a monkey wrench racing turbo kit. Awesome car! It was fully built ( with weight reduction ) until it was rear ended..." tears ". I'm looking for another one to " build ".... However, you can't go wrong with the 4C. It's amazing. At first, I didn't think I would like the transmission, but I found myself liking it. I am slowly modifying my 4c and it's a beast. It is very reliable too. You will love it.
Dude don't do it.., instead swap with the 192 hp 1.8 liters from the old Celica TS.. c'mon.. no one cares about quarter miles times go and enjoy corners at 9K rmp..
I love my 4C too, I had it since it was New. Launch edition 165/500 in Red. I am Lucky :-) and you are right I have Three other cars and yes my wife does nor like my 4C :-D
This is really a cute little car
Everyone scooping this up wants an “exotic” but this young lad shows us our “boy racer” as used is a good buy, u know u want one.
This in the second hand market would do this or an exige?
Man my new dream car is this
Has anyone done a 2zz mr2 vs lotus Elise vs Alfa 4c video?
Put it against the Lotus Exige turbo....like to see how it matches up
I absolutely love mine
Advise, you had a passenger on the track? As an owner, having a passanger will bog down the engine on curve exists. You need to drive the car alone. Remember in EU the 4c is only 2k pounds. Already considerably heavier in the usa by about 400, then ading an extra adult will hinder response from an already small 1.75 liter engine. A tune can help a bit on deficit of the extra weight of the us spec 4c
Yup, I am aware of the effects of a passenger on the track. I also track a Abarth 124 which is designed to benefit from it's weight advantage. The owner of that 4C insisted to tag along so I didn't really have a choice.
@@SpeedLabsMotorEnvy good review though
Appreciate it, thanks!
Never seen it in silver. Looks nice
I really want to get want of these used.
Although I traded it in on my NSX I loved my 4C. I got almost 14k off of the sticker, it was a good buy as a 6th car. We only went for drives in the 4C and my wife didn't hate it but she didn't look forward to going places in it. She kind of liked the sound and the looks and all of the attention it garnered. It has many quirks but WITH a tune this car would be a great fun car. Makes me want to buy another. I never had a problem with my 4C but it did develop a loud buzz noise in the engine area that leveled out but never went away. When I hammered it I couldn't hear it so I hammered it every chance.... It is no fun to drive when it isn't being hammered imo.
Another good option to test is Challenger or Charge widebodies for future
Definitely want to try the WB Hellcat. The narrow body was fun, but having more traction in that car would have made it even better.
Fantastic!
1. Modified Alfa 4c for weekends
2. Modified Fiat Abarth for daily driving
3. Honda civic for backup daily driving
meraviglioso!!!!!!
this was my go to vehicle. lol
How much do they cost?
You think it’s fast stock, try Eurocompulsion’s Phase 3! They have a custom made intercooler and an intake system! Also you can get paddle shifter extensions they make a big difference in the feel.
In the video, the 300WHP I refer to is the EC Phase 2. But yes, I think the P3 would be an absolute monster. I did the extensions on a few of my cars and I agree, it's an easy way to fix shitty factory paddles.
@@SpeedLabsMotorEnvy You gonna get a 4C?
Unfortunately probably not. Great car but I feel like an Exige or Ariel Atom may fit my needs more. I'm in the market for something extremely track focused for next season.
Track Day TV That’s fair. Best of luck with your search!
Guess you couldn't find the launch control feature, then.
This car could be so
Epic if they made a track version with wider hips , wider tires , front splitter , side skirts , rear diffuser, wing and a bump in power 450-500 hp. At its low weight that’s all the power it would need.
450hp?
Too much for this weight.
Max. 350hp
It seems to have turbo lag and sounds like a Hoover, what is not to love?
Good video
Not sure you have the race exhaust? two concentric rings.
edit, it does sound like the race though
I don't believe it was the race exhaust. It didn't have the concentric rings on the exhaust tips.
Raw? I had a 1974 GTV, 1971 GTV, 1974 Spider, 1979 Alfetta, & a 1989 Milano Verde, everyone of those vehicles felt raw, cardboard like seats, leaky head gaskets, required change of camber arms, so many little things that will break. They sounded good especially with a Anza exhaust system. They drove lively, kind of cool looking. I sold them all awhile back. Do I miss it? No. Why? No cup holders
Logical competitor for this would probs be a Boxster or a Lotus
I'm not normally that big a fan of European cars. German cars usually bore the crap out of me. But his car is a work of art. Best looking new car on the planet.
I love mine!
Way way too much emphasis is placed on going from 0 to 60 or 0 to 100, or having 10 million horsepower. None of these things actually necessarily improve the Driving Experience. For proof of that, drive and early Miata. 116 horsepower and as much fun as you can have behind the wheel. The old saying is it's much more fun to drive a slow car fast than it is to drive a fast car slow.