Would love the see Frank and Gordon meet up and have a chat about the T.33, T.50 and the F1. Edit: Come to think of it. It would be great to hear Gordon's views on some of Frank's designs.

As far as the "protection" around the rear lights, it's to pass a required impact test. Gordon explains everything to Harry Metcalfe in his Harry's Garage video on the launch of this car.

I absolutely love the T.33, its elegant lines that call back to the 1960’s, in a similar way that the 296GTB does. No radical angles and massive scoops or wings necessary to win me over.

I like that the design is restrained and simple. Gordon said that this will be their last naturally aspirated car they produce, so I think it's okay that it leans on the past, if even to a fault. It's elegant, and you know it is the most brilliantly engineered thing on the road. Would give anything to drive one. Great video, Frank!! Absolute legend.

If my memory serves me right, I think one of Gordon's daily driver is an Alpine 110. I see a small amount of influence in the T33 from the Alpine in the styling and in the role the car was designed for. The canopy area also reminds me of a C5 Corvette.

I love the T.33. It's the type of super/hypercar that I'd want to own. Similar to a 911, understated yet has insane performance.

Frank, there aren't enough words to express my gratitude for all the expertise and artistry you've lavished in this critique of the GMA T.33! Form still follows function but all the "overstyling" I see in so many cars is just designers showing off to their peers. This T.33 reminds me of beautiful simplicity of 1960's sports cars. If this marks the end of an era, it does so wonderfully. Thank you, Frank.

U have to admit this car design is timeless n simplicity in functional properties are legendary....

I think the T33 is easy to overlook because it is so understated. But considering so many suprecars are so overstyled in the current era, the T33 is all the more beautiful for it. There are a few tihngs I'm not quite sure on, but I think seeing a car in pictures and then in the skin are two very different things. I do however think the T50 is a more cohesive shape and design, even if the presence rear fan divides opinion. I can imagine that seeing these cars, matching with the engine noise of that free revving V12 will give it another dimension to its character entirely much like seeing and hearing a Ferrari for the first time. Pictures alone don't do these cars justice.

When I seen this car I went silent and whilst I listened to Gordon talk about the design and technology the hairs in the back of my neck raised what a piece of engineering no need for silly scoops and vents this is a masterpiece, if I could afford one I would have, worth watching Gordon on Harry’s garage channel.

Frank, NOT making something overly agressive and eye-catching IS innovation at this point. It's very refreshing to see a clean and sophisticated car, everything doesn't have to look like a hot wheels car that man babies with more money than brains will go "wow" about. First time in a very long time I've seen a modern car that I like the look of.

Thanks Frank...as always excellent. In a world of ever more exaggerated supercars screaming for attention the T.33 is an object lesson in elegant confidence you will never tire of. It will never date, only becoming ever more desirable as the years roll on and will become a rarified classic...especially given its underlying performance and driver engagement is likely to be a masterpiece.

I think it's a very beautiful and simple car. While the Valhalla for example is more complex and captures Aston Martin's contemporary design language very well, the T.33 is a call back to times where a car was not only a purely mechanical instrument, but also a work of art made out of sheet metal. I think the T.33 would benefit from a rich tone of red, green or blue to really emphasize its curvatures and it's "vintage racing" inspiration. If I would be able to buy one, I'd go with British racing green and some racing number decals. I think that would complement the car really well. Than I'd run my hands all over the car, the whole length just to grasp the nice shapes xD

I’m surprised you never commented on the t50! Great video maybe you will talk about it some time later

Such designs bring a smile of satisfaction on my face. I don't know why all car manufacturers see the future of car design as strange? And they do overstyling and exaggerated designs to sell electric cars! The automotive industry has enough beauty to inspire and create new things. Just like this one.❤

When you said Saville Row, you hit the nail on the head. Understated, clean and elegant. Love this thing.

I've been anticipating this review from Frank and as per usual I'm not disappointed. I have to say, I love the understated design of the T.33

19:22 the 3 bars are there for protecting the lights in the event of a crash because the corner of a car has to be able to take a certain level of impact with the lights still being able to stay intact. The car has the same deal at the front right under the Headlights in the dark area, so that's why the headlights don't fill the whole shape at the bottom.

Cracked up when you proposed using the luggage door as an airbrake! Lmao! 🤣

This is the automotive equivalent of a Savile Row suit, classic, elegant and perfectly executed. The person driving this car doesn't need to prove anything to anyone, they drive a car like this purely for their own pleasure.

You were right, the small side panels are indeed like the P1's. The snorkle is separate from the body because it's directly attached to the engine and he did that so it adds to the experience as it would vibrate with the engine.

I'd been waiting for you review of this as, the first time I saw the T33, I thought it was a masterpiece and was curious to know the thoughts of a designer with a bit more savvy than I! It's design language is very understated. It doesn't shout about itself and although there is a WOW factor to it, you don't immediately know exactly why. But the more you look at it, the more you appreciate the details within it, its proportions, its stance, how the 'face' of the car is almost perfectly replicated in the rear deck (its best view is rear 3/4 imho) albeit upside down. The simplicity of it all but the beauty within it. In a number of recent interviews; Murray explains the lack of splitter, the shutlines, windscreen, diffuser - they're fascinating insights into a designer/engineers mind. Aesthetically, I find it more pleasing than the T50. Performance-wise; Murray talks about it being the last flag-waver for the combustion engine and everyone hopes that it performs as well as it looks. Roosevelt(?) said: speak softly and carry a big stick - that is this car...

Superb video Frank. Long life for you and Gordon Murray.

Very interesting. As a car guy I'm far more interested on what the car has on the inside than what is on the outside. I just love the T.33.

The 3 fins on the rear lights are for the crash pendulum testing of the lights to protect them. Initially I was a bit underwhelmed when seeing this car but after hearing GM talk through the engineering decisions and reasoning, the design makes a lot of sense. Would be great to see Frank and Gordon talking shop together!

Love your videos, Frank. Could listen to you de-construct car design all day. Thank you! I wonder if Gordon Murray has produced a car that has a purity of form, a fusion of design principles and tech, and advanced packaging that is so understated that it will take time for it to be seen as near perfection; a slow burner in terms of its impact and recognition but a car that will in time be seen as a masterpiece of design.

Frank is one of the very few people in history who is qualified to call T.33 "meh"!

You summed it up as a swan song of yesterday's super cars. Beautiful, smooth, nothing new, taking design elements from everywhere. Then again, some cars trying to push the envelope, have cuts and vents and creases that end up with design elements from everywhere. Designers don't live in a vacuum.

The design is radical BECAUSE it is so pure and simple. Contemporary supercars are covered in aero details and sharp angles - Gordon Murray is brave enough to do the opposite.

Been waiting for this video, it's going to be interesting to hear your views...👌

Addicted to this channel. Such an amazing perspective to hear from the guy who designed such icons. Bonus is single malts changing, too! #highlandpark nice choice.

It’s modest & honest & subdued… that’s innovative too me in an age of overstyled angry cars. A shiney remark about what cars can be. Beautifull & aspirational in it’s pureness. More off this plz!

I think it is absolutely beautiful & love the way it draws you in without shouting at you, a stunning piece of minimalism but so much attention to detail. A wild beast is a cheetah's clothing.

I fucking love you Frank, this was amazing to watch haha. I think the T.33 is a great car. I think this car is more for petrolheads that just love to drive, without standing out too much, hence the relatively timid design. On the other hand, I also think it could have translated that wonderful V12 engine more into the exterior design of the car. Especially because Gordon Murray himself said that this would (sadly) be their last non-hybrid car

A fantastic clip! I really do admire your work and the channel as such.

i love when people study and understand a design very well

It’s beautiful. It has Pinninfarina levels of elegance and purity of form - something that has been lost in modern car designs. I applaud its intent - why not echo the gorgeous cars of the 60s - they were stunning! Why does it need to innovate. To be beautiful is more than enough for me! I also love the amount of Matt black trim - there was a time when most cars used matt black areas as an accent. And I think it worked really well. Body colour everything has got rather bland. It’s an excellent car design - an instant classic.

I really like the design of this car, but I've always thought the silver color vanishes all the drama out of any design, especially in supercars. I think in some shade of red it would look much better. Just look at the Alfa in front of Frank.

Very nice review again of a very special car. Thank you! I like how you approach the design with some critical input and throughout the review explain why, link to other cars, allow your opinions to form on the basis of what you see. It makes the review super strong and combined with the in-depth expertise and knowledge it shows a lot of respect to the designers. How I would love a meeting of the minds with you and Gordon Murray... Must be so much fun to hear a designer speak with an engineer about the challenges of car design and how to solve them... Interview time perhaps...? :-)

Very nice review ! Thanks for your thoughts and analysis

Thank you, Frank, for another engaging and insightful video. On first consideration, I largely agree with your expert analysis. However, I personally would not give it as high a rating. I think the mismatch of the understated tone vs the presumably heart-wrenching driving experience is too great. I dislike the overly aggressive styling we too often see today. However, I do think more emotion could and should have been present in the T.33. A bit more beauty, elegance and passion. 8-9/10 from my layman perspective. It is of course, all subjective and you can only admire and appreciate Gordon Murray's work.

Great review, really interesting precedents too. I wasn’t blown away when I first seen it, but it has really grown on me, when you see all the little details and understand where he was coming from with the design. It is understated elegance which will contrast nicely when that engine is screaming at 11k. I really look forward to seeing this one in the metal.

Returning to a manual car is like shaking the hand of a good old friend, I'm going to miss it when it becomes few and far between mostly with EV Era

Excellent video , and a significant review. Have been waiting for Frank to touch base on GMA’s new works.

I like that it's so simple and nostalgic, in an era when supercars need to be attention grabbing and edgy. I'm less excited at the fact that it's just another million plus dollar supercar that will be out of reach for the everyman.

Your differentiated POV is the most qualified, thank you for doing this. The design of the T.33 falls behind the expectations to be honest. I think it would look much better in a different color and a LM spec. I would love to know what do you think of my Lego Technic approach to the McLaren P1?

Hello Mr. Stephenson... I have loved your videos for a long time, but this is my first comment. I am a 71 year old Canadian "Car Boy" with a career in Architecture. If you were an Architect, you would be Louis Kahn; a Painter... Johannes Vermeer; a Poet... Edna St.Vincent Millay. My "E Type Jag moment" came for me in 1958 when I saw a Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud I... still my favourite body ( and Arlen Ness's too ). It also takes "two tone paint" to its zenith. Your no - holds - barred reviews are an inspiration to me, and returns me to a Car Boy during my quiet days. Thank you for doing what you do best. The T33 is a winner... the BMW SUV would need to climb high to reach "abysmal" ... Barry

hey really nice episode, one of your best videos yet imo!

In my eyes a combination with T50's front end and middle body with T33's backend would be absolutely beautiful and perfect design. With T33's air intake on top.

Quite simply one of the most beautiful cars of the current era. It shows us that we still can continue that joy and passion that brought about the beautiful designs of sports cars from the 50’s and 60’s and re-interpret them for the future. To see a car like this made today, both the T.50 and especially the T.33 is truly an important moment in the automotive world. The T.33 will continue to hold its beauty into the next few decades easily, if not forever.

I can't even begin to describe how happy I am that this channel exists! Thanks for the amazing content Frank! You're an absolute master ;)

You said it, when you said "understated" and that's what makes me love this design.

Frank has put on his thickest gloves for this review :) T33 front view reminds me of the GT40. I like Gordons work , but for a hypercar it lacks some flashyness. I guess Gordon philosophy was timeless design and cut all the flashy parts out.

To me, it doesn't look special enough for what it's meant to be, one of the last V12 hypercars, which should represent the pinnacle of this era. I like the back and the side view, what I find lacking is the front which is neither elegant nor sporty in my opinion, it's somewhere in between and I don't really like that. In my opinion, it should have had a bit more of a sporty look as the back does.

What a pleasure it is to hear Frank's opinion evolve over the course of the video - it had the same effect on me when I watched the Harry Metcalf's one. Firstly, oh then followed by hey this might actually be genius. The good news is that there will be 3 versions of this platform (100 cars per version) each with their own design goals. Hopefully one of them will get just a little more aggressive - but I bet it will be this elegant one that stands the test of time!

I agree with the Lotus analogy. From the Elite/Elan to the Elise/Exige.

Air brakes don't operate in that forward-opening "suicide" form. They operate as high-drag spoiler surfaces so they the fluid pressure doesn't deform or damage the panel

I think the main issue they had was to fit a V12 in a car that small. Incredible job

This was a brilliant episode. I agree with some below to do a Frank & Gordon show. I think this car is deserving of the extra mile. In an age where new car designers seem to be trying to shock us with design/technology that make us feel as if the vehicle is half fighter jet. It is refreshing to behold Gordon's restraint to do the same thing and we all know he is capable of outdoing them all. To see what is undoubtedly a beautiful car with no traces of fighter jet design cues. The lack of a splitter and rear wing is so nice. Frank, I feel you were very respectful of this car and of its significance. The people that would own this car are confident and refined. This is no the car for a guy that needs a lambo to feel worthy but I imagine someone will buy one and put an aggressive body kit on it.

Amazing how many of the design points and reasoning behind certain features Frank picked up on without having seen any of the Gordon Murray interviews.

'Line flow guys, line flow... Lines don't just go into space'.... BMW write that down.

Glad to see I agree with Frank. When I first saw it I was a bit underwhelmed. Uninspired. Still a beautiful car nonetheless.

Superb breakdown as always, Frank! I'm so glad you brought up the ZZ, as not only was the follow-up my absolute favorite car of that era, but the T.33 speaks volumes towards late 90s Japanese exterior aesthetics to me. Clean, borderline elegant design that seems overly modest of its true potential. Then as you dive a little deeper, you pick up on elements that seem familiar, almost quoting of famous features to those who study and appreciate car design from the entirety of the last century. A bit of Lotus here, a bit of Porsche Carrera GT in the nose, Ford GT in the rear, even a fleck of Corvette around. I wouldn't say it's there as a copy paste button, rather an element that becomes familiar as a shape to house a function that one can relegate to another feature done before, and done well enough that it's become iconic. Add: Interestingly enough-though I'm sure it's more anecdotal that it became known more as a way to describe the phenomenon as a general principle-but after a rather long period in jet engine study, you almost have to rewire your brain to understand the physics of how they really work that applies to so much of the modern world. One example, there's really no such thing as suction. There's high pressure and the lack of pressure, which forces ambient air _into_ an area/intake/etc by way of creating a low pressure zone. The perception of 'suction' of a jet engine's intake is perhaps my favorite practical demonstration of the principle where you have an exceptionally large low pressure area that the much higher ambient air is funneling huge volumes into it, so much so that 'suction' seems more adequate. The deeper you get into the science, the more you have to revert your way of thinking that a lot of what you perceive is actually backwards of true operating principle, and it completely changed my whole approach to a lot of my established theories on engineering solutions. Oil seals and their cooling application(s) on jet engines is another such example. You never see radiators on these things, but obviously they deal with tremendous heat and strategic application of said heat while mitigating other to avoid melting into a molten puddle of alloy. Fascinating solutions all around. Before you know it, you're looking at winter and applying the 'there's no such thing as cold, only the absence of heat' thought mentality as you try not to freeze to death while testing extreme material performance of some cockamamie composite that has to survive going from -40 to 3500 degrees to prove a point... 😁

I like it so much. Those clean and simple lines make the car so elegant and pure.. beautiful!

I like it a lot but it would be better in yellow or red with a body matched roof. The roadster could be really nice.

I think it's simple in the same way the mc20 is, clean and purposeful.

I felt that it look sort of like a lotus. Glad that Frank could confirm that.

That side profile at 2:18 has some C5 Corvette in it, especially from the A-pillar back.

Frank it would be cool if one day (Covid permitting) you could do a video with Gordon and/or his designer and go over their approach, go over the cars and discuss these questions you have, why they made certain decisions etc. Gordon has been very open in the videos I've seen with answering questions and clarifying why they've done things the way they have, so could be a great discussion.

I like the T33 a lot. It brings lots of elements of great car design from the 60’s up till now. I think this car is like a “super car roadster” small and and smooth lines. Kinda reminds me of a Miata in some ways and all the other great roadsters that came before it.

Hi Frank, really enjoy your channel and insights - learning so much, thank you. One thing I always notice is the Whisky in the background. Being a Scotsman it would be great to hear and see you critique a few bottles and explain your favourite dram. And, is that a discommon goods tumbler? Slanj!

Cool! Was looking forward to this!

Love this car.

I find the T.33 incredibly beautiful. None of the busy harsh hard lines found in modern car design. I think this will age incredibly well. I welcome this curvy beauty. I like it much more than the T.50 as well. I wish Ferrari would take a page from GMA design.

This is quite the antidote to modern cars with lacking excess and being a tensionless design which doesn't strain your eyes, but draws you in to more natural shapes and clean surfaces

My initial thoughts were the same. Would have liked itf they had pushed the envelope a little farther. I think the design is intended to be subtle, but reveal clever flourishes under intense scrutiny. The influence of Sixties cars is welcome, but I would have liked them to lean into that aesthetic and make the car *really* curvacious.

Im with Gordon on this one .

Wow, couldn't have put it better myself. An amazing piece of engineering, and certainly a good looking car, but I do find it's missing something aesthetically. I am one of those people who (if I could ever afford one) would get over that very quickly as I'd spend all my time fawning over the small engineering wonders, but I do think you've nailed it when you say that perhaps the outside doesn't quite match up to under the skin.

You are amazingly good and (obviously) extremely knowledgeable, and a pleasure to listen to, Mr Frank

Paul's Model Art F1? I've got one of those, they're lovely models! The T33 is the epitome of that kid in school who got top marks not because they were exciting or memorable, but because they were so competent. This car would go to law school, not join a rock band.

I love it. It doesn't look like a car that was designed by a twelve old with giant scoop inlets and outlets, crazy convoluted lines and creases trying to scare the public with it's 'evilness'. I am not a fan of million dollar super or hyper cars but this one is at least beautiful.

It’s quite a pretty car, almost a sleeper/Q-car, considering the spectacular drivetrain, suspension and aerodynamic components that are dressed in its elegantly understated body work. I can’t wait to see and hear it in motion.

great video! I completely agree with your analysis, I like the car and certainly think it is charming and has many impressive figures, but it is reminiscent of a lot of cars in a way that makes it a bit boring. I do however love the shape of the rear end, if forget what I've seen it on but I have always loved that design language with a slight overhang above the rear bumper to a very simple taillights and bumper design

The T50 was also presented with a mesh, however in the XP cars they are very subtle and still allow you to see the engine almost as if they were not there.

Came here as fast as the T.33

My believe is this car's design is getting a lot of undeserved credit just because it has the Gordon Murray name attached to it. If it was from another unknown brand, I think the song we hear from the fans would be quite different. People wouldn't even talk about it.

For sure, a great analysis! My only issues are with comments on design features (that were fully explained in every video review in the last 10 days) as though they were a surprise, and an original incite.

Thanks for the review, Frank. I really think that car design has a parallel with a poetry, where each line should have its rhyme somewhere else and shape makes a distinction for the emotions and purpose of an art piece.

Gorgeous shape with several letdowns. Beautiful headlights but the smile on the intake could be reshaped. The tops of the fenders are a delight, but the painted B-pillar, the bottom cutout, & fat saddlebags detract. The rear is pretty but it needs 10% more drama. If a car design reflects the culture inside the company, this is a calm studio where the designers try to please the brilliant engineer. I wish they had a designer with a little more attitude. A few arguments could have brought this car to the next level.

A very high rating for a very "soft" design. In all super cars there should be at least something unique and identifiable. Here, there is nothing.

What a joy to see such a brilliant, educated close critique of the design of the car. As an architect, I never see such serious review of buildings because everyone is scared of upsetting his brother architect.

I'm a musician/ producer and I love watching this - Gives me another view on sound and another reason to know why! - thanks!

This is a hard one. Clearly the T33 is well engineered and looks stunning and will go down as one of the best cars ever. I also get what Frank is saying tho. If this is show casing where the combustion engine/engineering capabilities finished then it should have the design to match rather than a modern take on a 60’s racer however beautiful it is.

The 3 bars on the tail lights as also the 1 bar on the front lights is for the pendulum test which absorb angle (side) impacts and protect the lights from breaking.

I look forward to hearing your reassessment when you hear more about this. Harry Metcalfe gives a great walk around and you have picked up so much of what Gordon was chasing. This one is high on my dream list now.

I think it’s the perfect drivers car. Has a look of a 60s race car and one of the most incredible engines ever put into a road car, also paired with what I imagine is one of the best manual transmissions.

Gordon had extensively explained his design thought in Harry's Garage channel. In my opinion, Gordon's designs are more for geeks to appreciate. They all look somewhat bland, but when you understand the reasons of the design decisions (like those he explained in Harry's video), you will appreciate them more and more.

1:15 The same thing happens to me, it's like I've seen it before... 🤨 it's not ugly but it's too soft...

Hey Frank, Those 3 slats protecting the rear lights are there to allow for the side impact test to NOT shatter the lights, same are there in front with that little black triangle under the headlamps (Also used as a vent)... I got this info from the video he did with one of the car journalists on KZfaq.

Big thanks for your review, always great insight. One thing I wish if you can have your comment on the T.33 interior 🙏