Ferrari California T Handling Speciale real-world review

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7 жыл бұрын

2017 Ferrari California T is very different to the previous generation California, especially if you tick the Handling Speciale option..
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@BYSMA4th 7 жыл бұрын

I grew up to have a love for cars on shows like Top Gear. But as I've grown, I'm afraid I've outgrown the childish humor of Top Gear and The Grand Tour. So to have a show like this available for free on KZfaq is a real blessing. Thanks for making these shows Harry! I really hope to see you branch out from European exotics to cars like the new NSX, the Corvette, or even a non-exotic like the new Lexus LC. I'd also love to see a behind the scenes video sometime of how the shows are made.

@Maulinator69 3 жыл бұрын

Just bought a 2018 California with only 5000 miles, traditional red and tan interior. She's my first, DEFINITELY wont be the last and honestly, I'm in love again.

@that.guy11 7 жыл бұрын

Brilliant stuff as always Harry, so much more interesting/entertaining than any of the young'un vloggers

@pliaskamvilo3195 7 жыл бұрын

Was thinking the same. Im subbed to Salmondrin, Shmee, etc and those guys are great in their own way but if you want a a mature, classy, sophisticated and informative car review, this is the place.

@pmam1968 7 жыл бұрын

Harry's the cool rich uncle we all wish we had.

@carnivaltym 3 жыл бұрын

So cool, a real assessment by a driver who absolutely understands the market and genuinely understands and above all enjoys what the cars he drives have to offer. Superb review.

@slamcrank 7 жыл бұрын

Harry, you have my favorite channel on youtube. Thank you for putting out these videos, and for your enthusiasm!

@rockervdrive 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Harry for the VLOGS! Not to mention camera crew and sponsors.

@davide8641 7 жыл бұрын

i'm in italy now timing the T roof and i can assure averyone that those were exactly 14 italian seconds. Love your videos harry

@AB-80X 7 жыл бұрын

Interesting. Neither the roof on my 458 nor my neighbours Cali meets it's times. And they have both been properly set up with zero rattles and squeaks after coming from the factory. Here's a bit of a secret. If your Cali or 458 roof squeaks or rattles, take it to a Merc dealer. Both the Merc and Ferrari folding roofs are made by the same company, and Mercedes have really refined the "art" of setting them up properly. I've yet to see a Merc R230 or R231 with a rattle or squeak.

@commanderrussels2612 7 жыл бұрын

A Harry's Garage upload makes my day

@Tommyturtle-ft9gk 7 жыл бұрын

'Hi Guys it's MEEEEE!' should study your channel and learn how to do a proper motoring VLOG. Pure class again Harry.

@RAT.MAN. 7 жыл бұрын

Scheme just reals out the figures the PR co give & waffles on for 10mins + just to get some revenue in.

@Brascofarian 7 жыл бұрын

He's an IT boffin living the dream, not a journalist. Bit of an unfair comparison. Although, I am subscribed to Harry and not Schmee so ultimately I agree he could learn a lot.

@andrewgurney6019 7 жыл бұрын

So true, Mr Shmeee is an arrogant fool, Harry is an class English gentleman, his love of cars shines through

@tedtheturbot 7 жыл бұрын

Lads check out Mr JWW's channel if you havent already..he does a great job making vids, really well done..

@philclarke7712 7 жыл бұрын

Tommyturtle1961 I don't watch schmee. Neither do I insult and deride people on the internet with absolutely no provocation. Call me old fashioned.

@maricaibo3507 7 жыл бұрын

"Proper quick..." Great phrase. I think Harry's in love- it looked like you zoned out there a couple of times ;-) Thanks, Harry. Keep it lo-tech!

@ukdub 7 жыл бұрын

Perfect review, Harry does make it feel real world.

@antonoat 7 жыл бұрын

Great insight, thanks Harry. Yesterday I came a long the Charlbury to Burford road, it's like a rollercoaster ride, very enjoyable, can see why you like it! cheers

@erichakanson7010 7 жыл бұрын

Harry, thank you for changing my mind on the Ferrari California. the regular model I considered sort of a (sorry ladies) "girls car" or even a Ferrari "lite." But your review of the California T has made me a believer. probably still not going to buy one but now I'd love to drive one.

@DonLee1980 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you Harry. Another honest review that crossed another potential dream car off my list.

@Tommolitor 7 жыл бұрын

I think if you would do a review of a pencil, I still would love the video

@MasterMalrubius 5 жыл бұрын

Yes, but it would be a carbon fiber mechanical pencil with automatic graphite writing shaft extension. And would cost $5,000.

@giaccomodelbosco2269 7 жыл бұрын

Only Harry Metcalfe will get me to watch a 25 Minute Video about a car I absolutely dislike.

@Noukz37 7 жыл бұрын

Hahahha I was just thinking the same thing man XD

@rjadiemen 7 жыл бұрын

Whats not to like about this car?

@AB-80X 7 жыл бұрын

+RJAVD The sound, the colour spec and the looks. It is and always will be the Maserati bastard child.

@Lightunseen 7 жыл бұрын

For some reason, i always read Harrys last name Metalcafe...which does sound kinda badass to be honest.

@mdcohen 7 жыл бұрын

RJAVD I'm not a fan of big GT cars. I suspect the OP isn't either.

@NicholasSpartan 7 жыл бұрын

Harry thanks , an excellent review as always. If I may, I never understood the fact which Ferrari is producing an amazing car everytime , but somehow the design team keep using the side turn light from an old Fiat Ceicento...! I m telling you its the bloody same !

@jrbuch 7 жыл бұрын

I saw the engine in the california t when I was at the Ferrari factory in Italy last year. Interesting to note that they've got adjustable actuator rods on the wastegates. So a few quick turns and you'd be able to increase the boost a little.

@2.fresh767 7 жыл бұрын

Big H is a proper car journalist. Keep up the good work Harry.

@Dan-up6do 7 жыл бұрын

Great vid Harry, I've seen a few California's around and i'm always surprised by their colossal size, i know it's just the way cars are now but it shows when you mentioned the cars weight. Those A pillars are massive too. Totally agree with you on the indicators on the wheel, seems that Ferrari are sticking with it even though i wish they wouldn't.

@ThomasHarrisonLord 7 жыл бұрын

4:16 - A Bentley Zagato under the grey dust sheet? I think so. Which I seem to remember being featured on an Evo Magazine video which also had Harry Metcalfe in it.

@scottjayson72 7 жыл бұрын

I always love when you begin your videos in your garage...I get to see a COUNTACH😄

@seinsmeld13 7 жыл бұрын

Harry, I agree with you about the launch feature. I have it on my car and have never used it. In closing excellent review. Cheers from a Canadian fan.

@nateisright 7 жыл бұрын

Great review, Harry! The California has been around for a few years but I still haven't come around to the idea of a V8 in the front. Front engine Ferraris have V12s, but the Cali is very good still. Make mine Rosso Fiorano over Cuoio!

@SuperJapierdole 7 жыл бұрын

What more could you expect from the review? Two best sides of motoring journalism is You sir and chris harris without TG thing. Just record. We we will watch till world ends.

@LILLO84 7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely quality video AS ALWAYS Mr Harry. Your passion and knowledge about any cars of any brand is beyond anything else on KZfaq really, you make all these young folks like Shmee or car spotters absolutely terrible to watch, don't even get me started with the americans like Solomondrin or Doug De Mouro their ignorance and search for stupid reasons to bash on cars they don't like is outrageous but you sir just put up facts without being biased and that's RARE these days on the internet. Greeting from Italy

@clairebannister4749 7 жыл бұрын

you may like Davide Cironi.. :)

@campkira 5 жыл бұрын

it a good entry level ferrari

@ktruong2802 7 жыл бұрын

these reviews are a treat Harry. keep up the good work

@andrewmoorhouse687 7 жыл бұрын

Harry - a great video and an honest review (as always). Love your videos; knowledgeable and totally unpretentious. Just like jumping in a car with an old mate who's showing you his latest pride and joy and going for a drive. It seems you warmed to the California over your time with it. A great moment when words fail you as you get lost in the performance and noise of the car. I've said it before, but a true enthusiast. Wonderful stuff! BTW - thanks for your earlier advice re Route Napoléon - hopefully heading across early summer as you suggest. I've always loved the lightly trafficked open roads of France.

@MBisFrenchy 7 жыл бұрын

I was actually in the old California (2012) yesterday. 3 people. My knees (5 8) were mm away from the dash. The rear passenger (5 4) had no room. They do for small children (5-8) though as long as you aren't too tall.

@-DC- 7 жыл бұрын

one of the best contributers there is thanks Harry.

@TheShaunksread 4 жыл бұрын

"a rich seam of Torque" nicely descriptive turn of phrase there Harry.

@liltr3w339 7 жыл бұрын

GREAT CONTENT HARRY, ONCE AGAIN !! ITS A PLEASURE TO WATCH ALL UR VIDEOS, CHEERS !!!

@X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X8X 7 жыл бұрын

Always love your videos Harry! ps: The windmill @ 7:17 :O

@cloudboygaming5355 7 жыл бұрын

pls do a bentley continental GT 2017 review. your reviews are the best in depth unbiased car reviews ever. other KZfaq car reviews are just ''pre-set parrot poems''. Love U Harry.

@nassarahmmad8057 3 жыл бұрын

About the only car journo who doesn't do the false forced laugh on acceleration runs . Genuine car man . Respect .

@holyworrier 7 жыл бұрын

What fun! Thanks, Harry. Nice to learn that the California is no longer a bit of an embarrassment.

@probono3284 4 жыл бұрын

It was only an embarrassment to those who had never owned one and would never own one. There are so many armchair critics whose opinions are formed by reading other people's opinions rather than experience, and I'd guess that 99% of the people commenting on here have never driven - and never will drive - any Ferrari at all. The original Cali was a great car that 99% of its owners loved. Of course it wasn't the hard edged Ferrari that the other 1% demanded but it was never meant to be. But it had a great engine (and sounded far better than the T version) and was a joy to drive for the vast majority of people who don't want to drive a car like a racing car.

@Zoot1343 7 жыл бұрын

Thank you, excellent review. Heading to Calgary to look at a black on black T. While there, I will also look at a Aston V12 manual. Sill love the Vantage design. Tough decision. Cheers from the west coast of Canada. Adam

@EdgyNumber1 6 жыл бұрын

Rear seats are there for tax reasons. Actually a sensible design decision. Excellent sensible review Harry... especially on suggestion of which options to seriously consider. Good stuff.

@TeamAtterz 7 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic video as always. You also have such a soothing voice it stops my better half nagging me, so overall it is a double win!

@mattharvey78 7 жыл бұрын

I wasn't a believer in the California until I drove a California T in Florence on my holiday in Italy last year. As my first Ferrari experience I was afraid that I would walk away disappointed because of all of the iffy things I heard about it, but the engine sounded everything I dreamed it would be, we were cruising with the top down on a sunny day, and even my wife could fit in the backseat because I'm not a giant. I'm completely sold on the California T even without the handling package. I just need to complete my plot to obtain one...

@clairebannister4749 7 жыл бұрын

Nice work Harry, thanks again for a quality chat.. Perhaps the non special handling one would be a better UK road car but with the sports exhaust..

@salibaray 4 жыл бұрын

Beautiful car when you learn to appreciate it and see the car up close, still a Ferrari in the end, a practical one too

@p00pie 7 жыл бұрын

Harry please never leave KZfaq.

@sportsfreundberlin 7 жыл бұрын

The carbon cover for the cup holder is £1400???

@Brascofarian 7 жыл бұрын

it's obscene.

@GiulioImparato 7 жыл бұрын

because they know there will be some arab billionaire who would pay that amount of money for that just to say his ferrari is full-spec

@bigjohnfury5662 7 жыл бұрын

Brascofarian I've got a bird that wears loubies..now £1600 for a pair of high heels is more obscene

@eedesign878 7 жыл бұрын

It is worth about 3-6€ in material costs and maybe 30€ in labor cost.

@andrewgurney6019 7 жыл бұрын

But what would you bird do for you if you bought another pair of Loubies?.....a lot more fun than putting your can of red bull inside some carbon fiber I am sure

@spadgm 7 жыл бұрын

Another great review, love this channel!

@stevenjackson8226 6 жыл бұрын

I've had lots of track experience with the earlier normally aspirated V8-powered California. Yes, rightly so, a good old kicking. As it showed up, showroom stock, an confused and confusing car to drive. Even had it drag rocker panels on the ground around corners. Otherwise, perfectly lovely as an indulgent tourer. Not surprising, perhaps, that Ferrari might offer a "Handling Speciale" for those owners who might actually really want to drive this car. The 458 Italia? Lovely thing to drive.

@OmarG123 7 жыл бұрын

this is a amazing reveiw Harry love ur reviews they are all good no wonder you have barely any dislikes

@MrSkykay 2 жыл бұрын

Hy Harry, great as always, but I and 4 million others still miss an extensive test of the most beautiful ferrari of all times...the F355

@tronn_carter 7 жыл бұрын

"They say they've done it for the Polar bears as Mr. Clarkson might say.." Hilarious bit there haha but I must say, this was an outstanding review Harry. Thanks for all the great content! Looking forward to more!

@uhn2000 7 жыл бұрын

Loved the review! I drove it and I gave it 5 but then again I didn't know the exact price.. which is why Harry gave it a 4 :) What a package from Ferrari and great review Harry. Can't wait for your Lusso one :)

@mentallyhandicappedpoptart2649 7 жыл бұрын

Nice review Harry

@richjohn9356 4 жыл бұрын

Cali T with handling pack is super. Not much body roll and very very quick and practical, very under rated ,I agree

@HawaiianSurfer96 6 жыл бұрын

Hi Harry! How would you compare the DB11 to the California T? Just your general thoughts

@jamesavickers5961 4 жыл бұрын

Cheers me up no end seeing harry for a proper car review grazie ciao

@hummer149 7 жыл бұрын

Yessss, have been waiting for a new upload

@theflyingsteamerstoke8534 6 жыл бұрын

Excellent video and very informative. We had the pleasure of driving the old California and fell in love with it because it was the first Ferrari we had ever driven and what we love about it is that it's the point of entry that many people will have with one of the most prestigious marques in auto history and is still, after the negatives, an utterly joyous machine to be with. Plus we do think that the downsides of these cars are only really appreciated by people with plenty of experience with prestige cars. Great stuff though!!

@alisonsmythe1287 3 жыл бұрын

You're so right. The original Cali is a great car for most people, and everyone I know who's owned one loved it. Most of its critics on here are people who derive their opinions from the media. They've never driven one and most of them never will, but bitching about a car they could never afford makes them feel a bit less of a failure.

@sparky191 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry. Another great video.

@treyquattro 7 жыл бұрын

I measured 21.46 seconds for putting down the roof: from about the time I discerned Harry hit the button to the beep at the end which I presume announces that the ballet is finished. Probably splicing the two perspectives overlapped some?

@andrewgurney6019 7 жыл бұрын

The automobile grand master, thank you

@ericlovett9022 4 жыл бұрын

A Ferrari California acceleration compared to "TVRs of old.". What a compliment to Peter Wheeler. That Harry is one of your best observations of so many.

@ghibli608 7 жыл бұрын

Dear Harry, The reason why you can't fold the roof down whilst driving is because of legal requirements. The law requires the license plate to be visible at all times when driving in traffic. And the bumper is supposed to be the end of the car; when opening the roof, the trunk lid surpasses the end of the bumper... Not allowed.

@johngoodridge7815 7 жыл бұрын

Built to take SL sales, but now has to live with the AMG GT C. Like to see you in one of those Harry, IIRC you gave it's predecessor the SLS soft top a pretty good write up back in EVO days.

@Malc180s 7 жыл бұрын

The SLS was a proper car though... The GT looks a bit chav.. A bit...cheap looking.. It looks like a 60 grand car, not a 130 grand car.. I don't think there's going to be much overlap in buyers.

@CB-RADIO-UK 7 жыл бұрын

Great video Harry. Thanks for the upload.

@andilenhlamba2115 2 жыл бұрын

I love your review. Really felt like I was in the Ferrari

@sevesellors2831 4 жыл бұрын

Great reviews Harry what is your favourite super car, and have you driven the Dino 246 GT?

@HawaiianSurfer96 7 жыл бұрын

What is the right toggle on the infotainment system actually for? Ever wondered..

@petewatson4093 3 ай бұрын

Just bought a Cali T & I love it. I've had a 458 Italia too. The 458 was an amazing car but very aggressive as you can imagine. The Cali T suits my needs better :)

@morbsgti20vt83 7 жыл бұрын

The headrests always seem to be too far back on most of those modular kind of designs.

@MusicAnimeNSX 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 2014 California 30 HS. I absolutely love the car. Not quite as fun as my 2003 NSX, but it rides far better than my brother’s SL550. The last NA V8 Ferrari.

@thelightersideofpracticals2629 4 жыл бұрын

I could watch Harry talking about paint drying....he is the best on the internet.

@328gts1987 7 жыл бұрын

Thx Harry, good review. Would consider the Cali T if I didn't have the F430 spider ;-) Can you review the F430 spider once? As a nice 2nd hand sportscar consideration?

@Tony-hj7bm 7 жыл бұрын

your reviews are the best

@macarows4014 7 жыл бұрын

I really hope that you will test F12 Berlinetta soon!

@Vontharau47 7 жыл бұрын

Im loving your Videos, Harry! Could you get your hands on the new BMW M760Li please?

@bammetjepindakaas 7 жыл бұрын

Great review once again!

@bertieperret 7 жыл бұрын

Harry I want to know more about your wind-turbine!

@erike7297 5 жыл бұрын

I think I'm really starting to love watching Harry's garridge. Its quite lovely.

@RogerBaileyOnCars 7 жыл бұрын

Harry - that suspension button, so would you say the ride was livable with once the button is pressed or still a bit to harsh

@AngelInTheDesert 7 жыл бұрын

Roger Bailey also is there a difference between comfort & bumpy road and sport & bumpy road?

@CCFerrariF1 7 жыл бұрын

When knocking it into Bumpy Road mode while in "Sport" mode on the manettino it will give you the comfort suspension with the sport performance. No difference in the suspension from comfort and bumpy road mode though.

@afroarabian 7 жыл бұрын

Angel Gentchev comfort mode sets the suspension to the soft setting. The button is only used in the other 2 modes.

@djm9676 5 жыл бұрын

I have had a 360 Spider, and a 430 coupe so I bought a “normal T” so I could take my little Grandson out. Plenty room for kids in the two back seats. Really the engine is so fast. Incredible. Yet so easy to drive. A real GT. Spend more and enjoy these over any Merc. Great car.

@smokey91820 7 жыл бұрын

Something up with your wind turbine . Its not windy but its spinning at full pelt

@Dave.S.TT600 7 жыл бұрын

Great Review. Harry's standard reviews are very good but this is like Harry's persona in Speciale-Mode. His persona is firing on 12 cylinders even though the car has eight. Haha Cheers Mate

@MrRandomcommentguy 7 жыл бұрын

do NOT like steering-wheel mounted controls though because I have to try find them on the wheel if it's rotated 180 degrees and everything's upside down and backwards...

@miklu26 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry, great as always 🖒

@asmrconnoisseur4986 7 жыл бұрын

1400 for carbon fibre cupholders? can the car fly now?

@alfaubrom 7 жыл бұрын

Could you would you if you can,perhaps review a Rover p6 v8 or 2 litre,there a bit grandad, but it turns out grandad was pretty cool.I'd also love to see a decent review of a Suzuki rgv early one first production bike to make 200 BHP per litre,and or Honda nsr 400, obligatory rd350 rg 500. To me irrespective of how fast compared to newer stuff or contempories. It's the light blue touch paper hold on thrill, that I like to imagine is similiar to say f40 power delivery.Thankyou Harry proper excellent stuff on your channel.

@AB-80X 7 жыл бұрын

It's kind of interesting to see you bring up the original Cali suspension. Over on Ferrarichat, I always get flamed when i bring it up. Back in the day my better half and I, considered the Cali, but not only did we find it too slow, but the suspension was horrid. We ended up selling our 599 and got into a 458 Spider later on. But it puzzles me that even after the Cali T came out, people are still not acknowledging the fact that the suspension is not set up right. I guess our coveted little horse badge really do make some people blind. And all the same can be said for the useless rear seats.

@MrJeronimo94 7 жыл бұрын

Is that a Bentley Continental GT Zagato, I see there in the back near the Defender ?

@phil-Leotardo.171 7 жыл бұрын

Harry you should do a review of the Grotti X80 Proto or The Pegassi Tempesta

@01322521959 7 жыл бұрын

Great review Harry

@senshibat8920 3 жыл бұрын

We do like that mechanism..consider if you will that do it all yourself Porsche 718 spyder or building your camping tent one for the guiardo..righty. its going to rain often which do you want

@animeonperseest 4 жыл бұрын

Could you do a 456 or 612 review. Older front engined 2+2 Ferraris are so rarely covered in youtube.

@JIMMYHIBBS1 7 жыл бұрын

The rear brake lights and indicators are just not where you'd expect them ... I can see people missing those ...

@willywillywillywillywilly 7 жыл бұрын

James Hibbert Totally. Weird.

@tihicar 7 жыл бұрын

James Hibbert That's because of roof opening/closing.You can see at 18:30 the reason

@Djpaul-lo1px Жыл бұрын

Anyone that can’t see a wide high mounted led brake light needs their eyes examined.

@JIMMYHIBBS1 Жыл бұрын

@@Djpaul-lo1px no-one mentioned that. You ok, dude?

@details78 7 жыл бұрын

great job Harry!

@bnmcmhn 7 жыл бұрын

Are the turbos the same as the 488?

@JayeOFarrell 7 жыл бұрын

Please can you review the Fiat 595 Abarth. Would love to hear your opinion on it.

@Awesomebuttons 7 жыл бұрын

Thanks Harry

@carlhagman6640 7 жыл бұрын

Look at the car under cover next to the Alfa Spider at around 4:30 - 4:40. I see a Bentley grille and a double bubble roof - Could it be 1 of 10 Bentley Zagato Continental GTZ's?? Mighty cool if it is!

@sebb427 7 жыл бұрын

It probably is, the grill outline matches only the Zagato's.