This is the brand new Ferrari Portofino, and in my mind it's the best looking GT convertible with a retractable hard top in the world! Join me for a first drive and look at the latest offering from Ferrari, the replacement to the California and California T, during the global premiere media drives. From exploring the exterior and design touches, to taking it for a blast on a wonderful road, let's discover what the Portofino is all about.
I'm surprised how good it actually sounds. There are some delicious 458 vibes in that tone. Brilliant looking car as well, ferrari absolutely nailed it !
Nahh cali was closer to maserati than a ferrari. It was supposed to be a maserati as well. It looked soft for a ferrari and little bit fat on front. Portofino is much more aggressive.
Shmee I have a slight disagreement with you.granted the new car is faster with the snails on them but they mute what I think makes you lust after a ferrari.i think the sound is the soul of what makes a Ferrari a ferrari.given the choice of the first,second and third gens of this car I would take the first gen California with an armytrix f1 exhaust
I thought this looked great when it was unveiled last year - much more aggressive looking that the Cali and Cali T - Definitely an improvement to the entry level Ferrari - great review Tim!👍👍👍
I feel Ferraris are not leading the way in looks anymore. The wow factor has gone unfortunately. I’m still a fan but only of the mid engine stuff really.
compare old ferrari to new, new has always more wow factor, unless you talk f30 and enzo but compare the f430 and 360 to 488 and the 812 the new ones really have more wow factor
Exactly Damien! ;-) New Front-engined Ferrari's are not that good looking anymore... California T looks better at the front! Also TDF looks better than Superfast at the front! If u ask me... ;-)
Christian Angus is you knew the facts you’d say the 812 is a phenomenal car made in all of motoring history. They don’t look like a Lamborghini or a Pagani but the 812 is every way much dignified.
Christian Angus can agree on that. But it’s such a phenomenal evolution from the f12 (driving dynamics) I expected Ferrari to make every car stunning like the 458 but the withdrawal of pininfarina has not really caused any damage to how a FERRARI drives but just the looks. Which didn’t matter at all people who buy a Ferrari for how it drives. Rest of them chose a Lamborghini. There are dumb tits who think the amg gts looks great. What do we do ? Haha
I drove one of these in Nov. and was immensely impressed. great top, looks great in both positions. Decent space. but best of all it drives superbly. it's fast, very fast and handles extremely well. maybe not quite at 488 levels, but not too far off. today prices are very friendly, and coming down. I would think low mileage examples in the next year or two will be well worth looking for & represent decent value. nice review old sport.
Hi Shmee, another awesome video as always! And I have to agree that this is a beautiful car. However, may I please suggest showing the different light displays for your subsequent review videos? Was really curious on how the day-time running/brake/indicator lights were for the Portofino
Aravind Raj only thing it will attract is douchebag Ferrari collector and also it would probably brake down as soon as it leaves the dealership like a typical Ferrari Porsche FTW
Neil Mcloughlin Well, May I ask which supercar manufacturer is super reliable ? Only reliable car manufacturer is Toyota and they don’t make supercars. A GTR is just a sports car so we can’t take it into consideration. Corvettes or Challengers or even a lotus follows the same discipline. A Ferrari is the only company which gives you a 7 year maintenance free ownership (most people don’t know this) In the same league a Lamborghini goes “ check engine “ before you even do a good 10k miles. A Pagani or koenigsegg are like new born babies you have to watch all liquid levels everyday. Mclaren follows same suit. A super car is not a Camry. : )
Neil Mcloughlin you said it. A Ferrari or a Rolex is created for collection. You can’t keep a Lamborghini forever if you can do so a R8 should also be the same yeah ? It doesn’t work like that.
Not from factory, not sure any European cars can do that out the box.
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Was just wondering cause I could do that with 911 991 Targa and just loved it. Thanks for gr8 video Tim. I'll be there tomorrow. Hope the good weather is still there. Shame I'm late to get high 5 from you :)
Saab had a remote option to open the roof from the key fob back in 2004,it was the American law at the time that stopped them remotely being able to close the roof.
Imo Ferrari is kind of losing its touch, they still make great cars and they don't look necessarily bad but i think maybe they have gone very aero-heavy and lost some elegance, wich is key for Ferrari. We already have Lambos if we want to see a radical and agressive style.
I think the best looking convertible has to be the 458 or 488, I love how the body lines aren’t compromised by the inclusion of a convertible top-It’s still super sleek and sporty. This is not to say I don’t love the Portofino, it looks awesome!
Light Yagami let me tell you why I agree with you. 1) The corvettes use the same old well tested v8’s out of every other Chevy pick up from the 80’s so there’s no way going wrong. Poor Ferrari has to make a new engine every time they update so they fail miserably yeah ? 2) corvettes are rather not so powerful or actual race ready sporty so the chances are lesser. Why would a daily street car catch fire 3) a person who can afford a corvette instead of a Chevy ss would actually not even rev it over 6000rpm again the always cooled corvette engine has no chance of lighting up 4) you can’t race a corvette so again it won’t catch fire 5) a mclaren p1 caught fire last month, again proves all these formula 1 manufacturers don’t know to manufacture a street sports car and only Americans do. Corvette again wow Damn I could actually go on and on about a damn corvette. :/
Allen, Just a bit :) Jack, very nice, I can't say it my favourite as the 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 fastback (Eleanor:) still looks so nice. Rutger, Sorry mate ;)
Perfect combination for daily use and sportiness. For me this car just looks gorgeous and I can’t wait to drive it. Ordered it in the same color as in the video (Portofino Rosso) Still no delivery date but hope I get it soon Thanks for the nice Video!
Great looking car ,no doubt .But for that much money I'd rather get a Lamborghini Huracan because you get more exotic for your buck.The Ferrari is a little more tame in style and motor compared to Lambo.But great video anyway!
This car needs spacers, my god. Like seriously, the only problem i have with the way this car looks is how those wheels are just tucked right in. otherwise I agree, looks pretty good.
This is the brand new Ferrari Portofino, and in my mind it's the best looking GT convertible with a retractable hard top in the world! Join me for a first drive and look at the latest offering from Ferrari, the replacement to the California and California T, during the global premiere media drives. From exploring the exterior and design touches, to taking it for a blast on a wonderful road, let's discover what the Portofino is all about.
Looks a bit like the new Zagato at the rear. Very similar lines.
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Mahmood Hussain excuse me? I wasn’t insulting the car. I find the Aston Martin Zagato one on the most beautifully looking modern cars.
Alex, I'm pretty sure he's insulting the car, not you xD
Shmee150 the 458 and 488 spiders look really good with the roof closed too!
A wise British man once tolled us
HI GUYS, IM SHMEE!
And we all loved it!☺
A stunningly beautiful car. Gorgeous!
I'm surprised how good it actually sounds. There are some delicious 458 vibes in that tone. Brilliant looking car as well, ferrari absolutely nailed it !
Faboulous. Who doesn't like it doesn't like beauty.
Been watching u for years and have to say u become better and better with each video. Well done and good luck.
Gorgeous!! Way more beautiful than the Californias
Marcelo S I think this is just reusing the design of the California T alot, plus in my opinion the Cali T is way better.
this one has the better roof-trunk pillar transition
The California was beautiful.
Watch your mouth
Nahh cali was closer to maserati than a ferrari. It was supposed to be a maserati as well. It looked soft for a ferrari and little bit fat on front. Portofino is much more aggressive.
And you sold your Ferrari...!!!! Aaaaaagghhh... I love this one. Thanks for the video!!!
Excellent. That Portofino is of the nicest looking and most practical Farraris I’ve seen in a long time.
Ferrari has come a long way over the past few years, the new portofino is beautiful.
Your reputation is well-deserved. An excellent and informative review of another fine Ferrari in the GT class.
That's a beautiful Ferrari 🤤
So is it mid engined cause it's behind the front wheels same as the amg gts
Yes it's front-mid but typically the phrase 'mid' alone would suggest the engine is behind you
Shmee I have a slight disagreement with you.granted the new car is faster with the snails on them but they mute what I think makes you lust after a ferrari.i think the sound is the soul of what makes a Ferrari a ferrari.given the choice of the first,second and third gens of this car I would take the first gen California with an armytrix f1 exhaust
The engine of a car must always be behind the front wheels, otherwise the car would have some problems of balancing...
Trap - Jaw have u seen how Audi place their engines ?
Yes, it's because they make shitty cars
one word--- NICE !!
Jealous of your weather! Can't wait for spring! Great video!
awesome car, amazing how its (almost)sensible, comfortable while still having the passion and styling and feel of a ferrari
Looks like a modern take on the 550.
I agree with that actually
No it doesn't, what are you even talking about?
Thank you Tim.
Looks like a corvette. ... Good way of course..
Tim and Doug,s detailed reviews are the best
I'm not big into Ferraris but I like this one a lot.
Wow...wow...wow.....superbbbb..ilovu my Ferrari Fortofino Red....thanks for showing my car...
Thank you Shmee for that great review! I fell in love with this car while watching your video. Happy Valentine by the way :D
What a beautiful GT...
One of the best videos. The V8 Sound is epic even being a turbocharged engine.
Great vids Tim your in a different league to them usual London you tubers who can only dream about hour level of dedication
The folding mechanism is 🔥🔥🔥.
I thought this looked great when it was unveiled last year - much more aggressive looking that the Cali and Cali T - Definitely an improvement to the entry level Ferrari - great review Tim!👍👍👍
As always Tim and outstanding review.
For those who want to see the roof drop
17:18
Thanks m8
Great review, as usual, Tim. Beautiful car too.
wow that is gorgeous!! Tim you're right that colour is perfect for that car.
Gorgeous looking car! Can’t wait to drive.
I love these video's in those surroundings! Thanks, Tim!
Now that's a proper fun Grand Tourer!
Shmee you are the best car vloger
That exhaust note. WOW!
That is one beautiful car...
Nice GT, great review/video! Thanks Shmee!
Wonderful review can't be beat
Your videos are great, more in touch with the daily drive aspect. Keep it up!!
Great car, great review
sound is great!
best looking uhhh there is a speciale aperta so yeah
This is much better looking, convertibles work best with the engine in front, grand touring style
Shmee150 how's that opinion with 675LT?
he said best looking Ferrari convertible, not best looking convertible
Normie Cx yikes a cxer, GGX GANG is on you TriHard 7
458 speciale aperta is a ferrari...
Such a cool car! Can’t wait to see it in person!🏎🔥
Looks great saw one last week in a parking lot literally thought it was a coupe
Great video as always
Good video as always!!!!!!
I feel Ferraris are not leading the way in looks anymore. The wow factor has gone unfortunately. I’m still a fan but only of the mid engine stuff really.
Whereas I'm hugely keen on the 812superfast, GTC4Lusso and Portofino! The front engined game is winning for me
compare old ferrari to new, new has always more wow factor, unless you talk f30 and enzo but compare the f430 and 360 to 488 and the 812
the new ones really have more wow factor
Exactly Damien! ;-)
New Front-engined Ferrari's are not that good looking anymore... California T looks better at the front! Also TDF looks better than Superfast at the front! If u ask me... ;-)
Kevin Koeberling I agree, take the badge off and look at from the front it could be anything. It’s sad to see.
Shmee150 812 I totally get, I want some passion back and style. Back end is nice though. Maybe I’m getting old lol
Nice vid shmee one of the best.great reviews on your videos.
Looks like a Peugeot from the front.
Sad but true.
Yep, Ferrari's are looking more and more ugly at the front... 812 Superfast looks like Corvette and Portofino like a japanese or french sportscar...
Let's bring the 250 GTO back!
407 coupe 😂😂😂
Lol I thought this
Brilliant presentation for a brilliant piece of engineering artistry.
Great and detailed review, thanks.
Lovely lovely video !
I live near this place.. Fasano (puglia) I saw a lot of portofinos
Yes, they've been running around every day for the media drives
Absolutely gorgeous!
Ferrari Reaction-limiter
458: WOW
488: OK?
F12: WOW
812: Weird?
California/T: WOW
Portofino: WTH?!
Christian Angus is you knew the facts you’d say the 812 is a phenomenal car made in all of motoring history. They don’t look like a Lamborghini or a Pagani but the 812 is every way much dignified.
Christian Angus i don't agree. The Portofino looks way better than the California, and the same the 488. I agree with the F12 and 812
Aravind Raj, I love the 812 but, the problem is the Headlights are weird! I still love the 812!
Christian Angus the california is ugly as hell...
Christian Angus can agree on that. But it’s such a phenomenal evolution from the f12 (driving dynamics) I expected Ferrari to make every car stunning like the 458 but the withdrawal of pininfarina has not really caused any damage to how a FERRARI drives but just the looks. Which didn’t matter at all people who buy a Ferrari for how it drives. Rest of them chose a Lamborghini. There are dumb tits who think the amg gts looks great. What do we do ? Haha
I love the portofino looks
This sounds better than a 488 👌🏻
I think portofino is the most beatiful ferrari ever😍😍😍
Great looking car inside & out!
Now I need one
Hi shmee when are you collecting your gt3
Very beginning of March, only a few weeks now
Shmee150 you must be excited
Even i am excited
Cannot wait!!!
I drove one of these in Nov. and was immensely impressed. great top, looks great in both positions. Decent space. but best of all it drives superbly. it's fast, very fast and handles extremely well. maybe not quite at 488 levels, but not too far off. today prices are very friendly, and coming down. I would think low mileage examples in the next year or two will be well worth looking for & represent decent value. nice review old sport.
Hi Shmee, another awesome video as always! And I have to agree that this is a beautiful car.
However, may I please suggest showing the different light displays for your subsequent review videos? Was really curious on how the day-time running/brake/indicator lights were for the Portofino
What an epic California replacement!
Am i the only one who would choose a Gtc4lusso T before this ?
Lovely video I felt I was in the passenger seat, thanks.
Best looking corvette ever!
FREO also a very well made and a reliable corvette. Unlike actual corvette’s this will attract people who know cars
Aravind Raj only thing it will attract is douchebag Ferrari collector and also it would probably brake down as soon as it leaves the dealership like a typical Ferrari Porsche FTW
Neil Mcloughlin Well, May I ask which supercar manufacturer is super reliable ?
Only reliable car manufacturer is Toyota and they don’t make supercars. A GTR is just a sports car so we can’t take it into consideration. Corvettes or Challengers or even a lotus follows the same discipline. A Ferrari is the only company which gives you a 7 year maintenance free ownership (most people don’t know this) In the same league a Lamborghini goes “ check engine “ before you even do a good 10k miles. A Pagani or koenigsegg are like new born babies you have to watch all liquid levels everyday. Mclaren follows same suit. A super car is not a Camry. : )
Neil Mcloughlin you said it. A Ferrari or a Rolex is created for collection. You can’t keep a Lamborghini forever if you can do so a R8 should also be the same yeah ? It doesn’t work like that.
Translation: "Everyone that can afford cars that I can't possibly hope to afford are douchebags".
What a beautiful car!
Can u open/close the roof remotely?
Not from factory, not sure any European cars can do that out the box.
Was just wondering cause I could do that with 911 991 Targa and just loved it. Thanks for gr8 video Tim. I'll be there tomorrow. Hope the good weather is still there. Shame I'm late to get high 5 from you :)
Saab had a remote option to open the roof from the key fob back in 2004,it was the American law at the time that stopped them remotely being able to close the roof.
Ike 11
Like lambo doors,or an aston martin doing a cold start.
Not important,just cool.
Our slk 171r can do that lol
Terrific review my friend.
grotti carbonizzare
Roflmfaoftw ikr 😂😂 I wonder how they got it to look so similar as gta v is old
I thought the carbonizzare was the California T until now
Gareth 025 it was actually the gallardo (headlights) and the Aston Martin V12 ZAGATO
@@Smearrrrrrgle but the California T overall
Black interiors are always very hot on a sunny day. Great car. Thanks.
Shmee150 car is ehhh love ur videos
Slightly reminds me of the shape of the Corvette :) beautiful
Best looking Ferrari convertible of all time is the 275 NART Spider, follower by the 250GT California.
Really awesome
it's a beaut and a supercar.......I think it's beyond a sports car
Excellent review!!!!!
Imo Ferrari is kind of losing its touch, they still make great cars and they don't look necessarily bad but i think maybe they have gone very aero-heavy and lost some elegance, wich is key for Ferrari.
We already have Lambos if we want to see a radical and agressive style.
Shmee DeMuro Every few years this same comment crops up about Ferrari. It's getting a bit boring.
I read that in the most delightful British Julia Child voice. You might have saved Top Gear had they got you in time
How many factory rear wings have you seen fitted in any Ferrari lately?
I agree this Portofino looks so much better than the California but I will say the California T was a nice refresh.
IMO this is the best looking Ferrari - period, at least since the 458
sugarsaint did you know that there is a car called 812 superfast
sugarsaint it's looks like Toyota decided to facelift the gt86
Fewaz Adem imo its better looking the 812sf but the 812 has grown on me big time
Sorry but I have to say that your opinion is wrong
Wut
I think the best looking convertible has to be the 458 or 488, I love how the body lines aren’t compromised by the inclusion of a convertible top-It’s still super sleek and sporty. This is not to say I don’t love the Portofino, it looks awesome!
Italian Corvette?
no
Maybe the Z06 has a few more horses. You have no idea between the built quality of a Chevy and a Ferrari yea ?
Aravind Raj Corvettes don't catch on fire
Light Yagami let me tell you why I agree with you.
1) The corvettes use the same old well tested v8’s out of every other Chevy pick up from the 80’s so there’s no way going wrong. Poor Ferrari has to make a new engine every time they update so they fail miserably yeah ?
2) corvettes are rather not so powerful or actual race ready sporty so the chances are lesser. Why would a daily street car catch fire
3) a person who can afford a corvette instead of a Chevy ss would actually not even rev it over 6000rpm again the always cooled corvette engine has no chance of lighting up
4) you can’t race a corvette so again it won’t catch fire
5) a mclaren p1 caught fire last month, again proves all these formula 1 manufacturers don’t know to manufacture a street sports car and only Americans do. Corvette again wow
Damn I could actually go on and on about a damn corvette. :/
Great comment.
omg finally been waiting for an review of this car XD
It's your lucky day!
Portofino, upgraded version of California T
It's a new model, chassis etc but of course it is the replacement
Absolutely gorgeous! I'd like to see this next to an Aston Martin Volante.
Hi guys it's me shmeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
This gives me the fizz, my God is it beautiful
Come to Australia please
I am! Sydney and Melbourne in March!
Shmee150 let us know if you need a Sydney tour guide before you head down for the F1. Assume that's the plan!
I love that car, and it looks amazing!
Best GT cars: Portofino, new 850i/M8, and new vantage
Chris809//CarHunters I agree. I love the 850 too
Damn that is a pretty car!
Am I the only one who doesn't like this car at all?
I'm sure there are some that don't, but I like it a lot more than the previous gen
Are you British*?
british love convertibles, must be because of all the nice weather they get
Nino you right the front looks ugly
This is a beautiful car
That looks like what happens when Ferrari show Ford how to make a Mustang 😅 😁 👍
Halfdead Rider a bit more expensive
Halfdead Rider yeah they ruined the mustang my favourite is the boss 429 1969 the cobra jet
Why did you say that 😅 can't be unseen!
Allen, Just a bit :)
Jack, very nice, I can't say it my favourite as the 1967 Shelby Mustang GT500 fastback (Eleanor:) still looks so nice.
Rutger, Sorry mate ;)
Perfect combination for daily use and sportiness. For me this car just looks gorgeous and I can’t wait to drive it. Ordered it in the same color as in the video (Portofino Rosso) Still no delivery date but hope I get it soon Thanks for the nice Video!
I LOVE SHMMEEEEE. get the Portofino
excellent review. very comprehensive. Now on to the superfast :)
Great looking car ,no doubt .But for that much money I'd rather get a Lamborghini Huracan because you get more exotic for your buck.The Ferrari is a little more tame in style and motor compared to Lambo.But great video anyway!
Hey Shmee150 great video
Thanks for the support
This car needs spacers, my god. Like seriously, the only problem i have with the way this car looks is how those wheels are just tucked right in. otherwise I agree, looks pretty good.
Gotta scratch those wheels on curbs somehow!
mista yoloman agree
Not at all.
All that r&d and people want it to look like some f250 pick up
Hi Shmee good morning!
Will you make videos in the future for cars that we can offer i mean not just super cars..
Cheers!
Sometimes! I've filmed with cars like the Golf GTI, MINI JCW, Fiesta ST, Peugeot 308 GTi and more before.