Getting Coffee In An Alfa Romeo 8C!
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With huge thanks to Drive Vintage (drivevintage.ch/?lang=en), I get behind the wheel of one of my bucket list cars, the Alfa Romeo 8C. So I decide to give it the ultimate STG test, by taking it to get a coffee.
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@TheCabrooster11 2 жыл бұрын
You’re right again Sam it’s not always about the newest/fastest most track focused vehicle it’s definitely how a car makes you happy when you’re driving
@benkrapf 2 жыл бұрын
Smiles/Miles
@peterlaw784 2 жыл бұрын
@@benkrapf p I’ll l
@c.g.c2067 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@global_nomad. 2 жыл бұрын
one handed, coffee in hand, driving through an unfamiliar town in a rare and expensive Alfa....awesome - with you on the buy it for how it makes you feel not its ultimate abilities....works at all levels
@matteosiefert846 2 жыл бұрын
Everything that involves an 8C AND STG has to be good!
@africanotomotiv 2 жыл бұрын
Indeed...
@sportzntouring 2 жыл бұрын
Ha ha! Well, both appear on our channel just never at the same time sadly. Anything STG is awesome.
@James-gr6kr 2 жыл бұрын
Your content has been really good lately, and I’ve definitely been a critic in the past. You’ve driven some amazing cars and the podcast with Tony has really found its voice. I really respect you take the time to shoot quality content; you’re not just churning out the same tired videos doing clickbait and car collections. I love the getting coffee in a supercar videos, they feel far more like a real world usage of how these cars are used most of the time. Thanks for putting effort into making great content, instead of “car influencers” who just use their audience to flog a load of old crap to *ahem TGE ahem* P.S. Buy the Defender 90😉
@evns7142 2 жыл бұрын
Couldn't agree more. Very creatively made and always fresh content.
@leostreat3573 6 ай бұрын
You were on the money 💰😅😂
@darth_spicef1 2 жыл бұрын
Great video as usual. Despite its flaws 8C will always be a timeless classic. However its a crime Sam that there was only one proper shot of that Alfa SZ. It deserved a bit more attention.
@studiocalder818 2 жыл бұрын
👍🏻👍🏻 8c nice to look at eSSeZeta nice to drive
@itsjoel 2 жыл бұрын
I simply love this era of car. The sound, the looks, the list goes on…
@Lucan-ve6zc 4 ай бұрын
The Swiss might not be fans of supercars and noise but, the world keeps turning. We stopped at a service station late one night just a few miles north of Como. We hears the roars from a long way off. Two Italian chaps were out for a late night blast in the mountains. First car was a rather lovely Maserati Quattroporte. The second, an Enzo! A few minutes later the chaps roared off. Utter perfection in the background of Swiss silence.
@gowthamb7271 2 жыл бұрын
Jeez.. This is Top Gear level production! Top Car and Top KZfaqr!🔥
@miyahtallulah 2 жыл бұрын
Nowhere near, but its nice
@ivostarmans1199 2 жыл бұрын
when I had the Alfa GT 3.2 v6 Busso with red leather interior I seated the same way every time in the car as you. Smile from ear to ear.The beauty of that car with the busso sound. Still miss it.
@hakimdridah1711 2 жыл бұрын
This is my "go to" road when I have a moment to drive. What a shame I missed the day you were on "my" road because I love that car 😭😭😭. Still, great video as usual! Welcome in Switzerland!
@samuelchopard 2 жыл бұрын
Same here! Col du Marchairuz is 🔥
@hakimdridah1711 2 жыл бұрын
@@samuelchopard clairement 🔥
@peterh225 2 жыл бұрын
Great driving area! Route to Caux is also🚀
@hakimdridah1711 2 жыл бұрын
@@peterh225 for sure! On est pas mal en Suisse! Juste pas aller trop vite...
@nerowolf8006 2 жыл бұрын
Are there speed limit enforcements out on mountain roads like this? Seem like incredible roads but would be rather boring if you're only able to go super slow through them. I hear Switzerland has some of the lowest speed limits and harshest enforcement in the world
@Mexxx65 2 жыл бұрын
Alfa Romeos have the most soul and amazing heritage, of ALL cars.
@summitdetailing6697 2 жыл бұрын
Welcome to the 8C appreciation society Sam! Always in my top5 hypothetical Euromillions win garage! The sound is even more intoxicating in Sport, and gearbox is better too as less clutch slip at low speeds. Quality content. Cheers, Chris
@t56071561 2 жыл бұрын
The 8C has to be one of the most beautiful cars ever made. And that engine note! Just wish they brought it out in Right Hand Drive! Just beautiful 😍
@mangotail6808 2 жыл бұрын
God, i still love this thing to this day ever since i was it onc Top Gear as a child. You never see them on the road, but when you do, you sure have to look twice. What a beauty!
@denisspratt926 2 жыл бұрын
The 8C is absolutely fantastic. Hope to one day afford one. And that SZ. You should get to drive that as well. Both are truly special. Both sound fantastic. Both are amongst my favorite cars ever made. I have been lucky enough to drive both. And the 8C isn't as bad as many say. It's not a trackcar, but it is good on country roads. At pushing it 70-80% it is perfect. And that is all you need on roads. Nice video. Keep up the fantastic work.
@hughtubecube 2 жыл бұрын
This video makes me feel old: I’ve been subbed long enough to remember Sam saying he wasn’t keen on the 8C while in Monaco in his 4C!
@jorgefaleromazziotti1174 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, he is now more mature lol
@scalecrawlnl 2 жыл бұрын
Still a looker! Thank you very much for another good fun, road report Sam. Always amazing to have a window on the world with in this case, the awesome Alpine mountains backdrop.
@Back_Road_Hero 2 жыл бұрын
Another great piece Sam. The simple truth is that perspective changes with time. At launch it will always be compared to the 'latest and greatest' however, with the passing of time thankfully, we move away from the mere stats & figures revealing the true emotional connection. Let's face it, that's what it's all about. Ed
@chasinglimits 2 жыл бұрын
What a superb automobile, the sounds, the looks, the feeling it gives you and the backdrop and roads look fantastic for such a brilliant Alfa 8C!
@matteo1907atalanta 2 жыл бұрын
what a car that is sam, I've been lucky enough to test drive one 10 years ago and it blew my mind. Amazing content as usual
@karimtemri1664 2 жыл бұрын
According to jeremy clarkson it is a horrible car
@matteo1907atalanta 2 жыл бұрын
@@karimtemri1664 he’s actually said it’s one of the best car he ever driven. Have a look of his KZfaq video about it mate
@karimtemri1664 2 жыл бұрын
@@matteo1907atalanta the disco volante which is an improved version.. not the 8c. In clarkson's short movie "thiller", the gbox is slow, the suspension "lollops about", the engine doesn't howl, it just shouts. It feels vulgar , it feels wayward... It feels like an american car. And it doens't even feel all that fast.. look at my foot, second gear .. pressed down.. it isn't even until 3000 rpm that it actually starts to go."
@matteo1907atalanta 2 жыл бұрын
@@karimtemri1664 to be honest with you, I don’t really care what Clarkson said or anyone else opinion on this car. I’ve driven it and back in time, I found it absolutely brilliant. And if you went one, it will cost you £200 grand. Surely is a good car isn’t it?
@karimtemri1664 2 жыл бұрын
@@matteo1907atalanta yep
@sonoaktree 2 жыл бұрын
Getting pizza and a coffee within one week? Things are crazy down there in Italy, this is the content we love to see! … oh yeah, car is nice, too
@natbarron 2 жыл бұрын
Mate, your films are a real joy to watch! I hope (but I doubt) all your subs appreciate the work that you put into your content!! Love it!
@lukehiron8215 2 жыл бұрын
I adore your content. Something so simple but so well put together is just always so enjoyable to watch
@scottguenther-lee2214 2 жыл бұрын
Love waking up in the morning to your latest adventure in a wonderful car. I have traveled more places by visiting coffee shops along the way with my twin brother who like you is an avid coffee man! 😁
@alantrolley5973 2 жыл бұрын
Having a cup of STG coffee at the moment, just by chance you upload a great video. Perfect Sunday!
@bestofcars8218 2 жыл бұрын
Pls buy a 4c again, really miss that car on ur channel
@tjmoneybags 2 жыл бұрын
This made me enjoy the car with you. I'm so glad you drove in silence. Ty ty ty. Most people are sobusy talking at the viewer that they forget we want to experience the car too! Awesome.
@IlCanaleDegliEroi 2 жыл бұрын
Everytime you get the chance to drive an Alfa Romeo it always reminds me of when you owned the 4C, good old days! By the way, watching those videos in 4K is such a great way to start my day! Keep up with this great content Sam
@DM-MayBee 2 жыл бұрын
Sam .... Your content and reviews just get better and better. I thoroughly enjoyed the Alfa Romeo 8C review, a great insight into a great car. Keep them coming please.
@Carljack80 2 жыл бұрын
This man is a mixture of all the original Top Gear presenters mixed with Graham Norton and Right said Fred. Awesome
@BeBarnee 2 жыл бұрын
This was the perfect video to watch on a Sunday afternoon whilst drinking hot coffee... My favouritestest car everever in the world !!!(maybe only the Disco Volante superseeds this, but that's so out of this world, so let's not even mention it..) I'm really glad you debunked some of the previous claims about the 8C being bad to drive. I've always felt that reviewers only said it, because it fit the whole "oh it's bad but it doesn't matter because it's so gorgeous" story. Makes me want to own one even more! :D
@benpenagonzales6014 2 жыл бұрын
Watch these on your HD tv! Great show. Wish your Sunday episodes were half hour 😉. Beautiful car. Some are pretty. Some are handsome - the 8C is just damn beautiful. And learn to love the sequential manual!
@khusyairi 2 жыл бұрын
"I dont really care if cars are better or worst than each other, its how they make u feel". That right there Sam, pretty much sums up a true petrolhead's passion with cars. Its not bout the numbers, its not bout the performance, its not even bout how well they are at being a 'car'. And i so agree with u on that Sam.
@mariobotti1952 2 жыл бұрын
This is not a car, this is just Italian art on wheels
@NoLaneRestrictions 2 жыл бұрын
Thank-you for a beautiful, and most meaningful, experiance! Cheers my friend, and happy holidays to come!
@Dieene1234 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best looking modern cars. Definitely a head turner even on big events like FOS, Pebble Beach etc
@nickrichardson7451 2 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you that the 8C is a must own one day car!! I remember being at a breakfast meet at the Four Seasons Hotel in Florence, and after it our guest had his 8C parked opposite the hotel, well the exhaust note on start up was utterly the best ever! The narrow roads and high buildings leant themselves to increasing the volume! You are right on the power too, we do not need vast engines. My Mondial 3.2 & 270bhp seems plenty to me & I never feel it needs more. Enjoy your 360!
@eriknaamot 2 жыл бұрын
I really did love this one Sam! The 8c is just stunning 🤩🤩🤩
@scottlenahan8228 2 жыл бұрын
Absolutely epic man!!! One of the all time greats, I cannot believe you drove one!!
@richardbower8707 2 жыл бұрын
Such fantastic content.. loving this modern classic tour. Your 360 is the perfect car for it :)
@derekfinnegan734 2 жыл бұрын
Just felt very nostalgic to when I first subscribed to STG when you had your 4C, Sam. Fantastic video.
@mikedrivetribe8314 2 жыл бұрын
There will always be something special about a certain generation of V8 coupes - the 8C, Gran Turismo, XK-R etc
@douglasjames4905 2 жыл бұрын
XK8 vert 73k mi. 100% spot on. 8C top-shelf of the moderns, THIS is a lean GT. 599GTO or this, just on merits? Nolo contendre. Dwarfs my x DB6 Vantage in every measure too.
@stefmarr 2 жыл бұрын
Really enjoyed that, the 8c is truely one of the most beautiful cars ever made, epic sound too.
@richieduck67 2 жыл бұрын
Can"t beat that engine note gorgeous thanks Sam
@viniciusmagnoni6492 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favorite cars ever made. Definitely coming in the top of my dream garage.
@petesmithson9698 2 жыл бұрын
Stunning car & stunning video. Production just gets better & better. Top man, Sam
@RAZGR1Z 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video. Thank you, Sam!
@GeesDrive 2 жыл бұрын
One of my all time favourite cars, stunning. Loved it cheers Sam
@empeg9000 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video. I enjoy the getting coffee videos. You are right a lot of owning a car is how it makes you feel. My 911SC is not fast at all by today's standards but I love all the mechanical sounds and the steering in it! PS. How did you not talk about the red matching luggage right behind the seats!! I want to see that! That ups the weekend fun factor.
@joshwilletts6852 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing video sam 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼 the work you put in really shows 👏🏼
@Parc--Ferme 2 жыл бұрын
Just the fact that you continuously create incredible content while bearing 100% of the risk as it is completely free (ABSOLUTELY FREE) to all of us is the coolest thing ever.
@mearsangler 2 жыл бұрын
What a video as always Sam. Thatll do me for my walk to Clapham for morning coffee 😂
@EEvtg 2 жыл бұрын
One of the best looking and sounding cars ever made!
@maskito4256 2 жыл бұрын
Another great video, thank you sir.
@_chenn 2 жыл бұрын
Enjoying all the content at the moment, also the podcast is great!
@keynesianeconomics4113 2 жыл бұрын
My number 1 favourite pastime is to get in my car, go up into the mountains and get a coffee and a croissant. It's my happy place. This video speaks to me on a personal level.
@sid06 2 жыл бұрын
And a very good video! Fun fact: You come across as more calm when you are this excited.
@gordonsimpson3235 2 жыл бұрын
For me, an 8C is top of my dream garage list. I like cars which are a challenge Sam....my old Cobra Mk2 was a similar car - just from another era. Equally beautiful to behold, sounding like Thor himself, and would bite you in a moment of inattention. My sort of car. Don't listen to Tony....he has no soul and doesn't like anything out of warranty. Many Motor Traders are like that, because they hate aggravation with a passion. The proportions of the 8C are just perfect, every angle is a photographic opportunity. I am not surprised that they have appreciated so quickly. Even as a Ferrari fan, there isn't a modern Ferrari i wouldn't step over to get my hands on an 8C!
@PratikParija 2 жыл бұрын
Nailed the point for me; it's about how a car makes you feel rather than which is "better".
@PtrxX.jpg01 2 жыл бұрын
WoW, i just fell in love with the 8C!
@lifethroughoptics 2 жыл бұрын
Been waiting for this one! What a car and what a man, great video Sam ✌️
@andreatanzi3191 2 жыл бұрын
Alfa Romeo made exceptional cars. My favorites are the 33 stradale, the SZ Zagato and yes the 8C.
@mikerayner5938 2 жыл бұрын
Automotive art. Beautiful.
@OmarDenarzi Жыл бұрын
Gotta love this channel man.
@johanneswarn5488 Жыл бұрын
Love that SZ too, such a cool creation
@michaelmeredith912 2 жыл бұрын
Looking forward to watching this !! 👍🏼
@dylanwakley2553 2 жыл бұрын
One of my favourite cars of all time, just wish my Giulietta qv was specced with that 8C red instead of antracite grey
@P4SDetails 2 жыл бұрын
That AR is so incredible. I hate the wheels, but the rest of the car is just about perfect!
@sidrens5292 2 жыл бұрын
Oh my! That Alfa is absolutely stunning!!! Not many cars beat your Ferrari though, in design beauty Sam!!!
@OjasVadke 2 жыл бұрын
Legends Watching This While Having Tea. Amazing Vid Sam.
@nevillepretorius8948 2 жыл бұрын
Love the video! Love anything Italian! Loved my Alfa Romeo 156 GTA! But also love my Abarth 500 Esseesse! And also love my little Fiat Uno Turbo! Love STG! 😂🤘
@sliderno1155 2 жыл бұрын
Does sound and look the business, great content Sam. 👍
@radeon08 2 жыл бұрын
Man those roads are a thing of beauty. We don't have anything like that in the UK other than scotland and wales!
@dumitrumoldovan7531 7 ай бұрын
Thank You! You are my my new favorite on KZfaq!
@MillhouseSpeaks 2 жыл бұрын
Get the alfa nut on the channel!
@ckmurphy1 2 жыл бұрын
Sam your content is on fire… loving it!
@zigaveren3902 2 жыл бұрын
Honestly great video, the Alfa is absolutely gorgeous!
@donjuan150 2 жыл бұрын
Loving the content with you in your Ferrari...never gets boring.....
@karlkirschkern5097 2 жыл бұрын
love everything about this video!
@pauln0371 2 жыл бұрын
Stunning car, stunning sound. I know it's old hat and not the best handling wise but just look at it😍😍😍
@g00dfeeling 2 жыл бұрын
SZ and 8C together on the road. Thats really marvelous scene.
@djordjelezajic8435 5 ай бұрын
One may swear that German cars with their immaculate engineering, or British cars with their obsession with luxurious details are the best, but I cannot give Alfa Romeo a bigger compliment other than saying : This is the way a car should look like.
@thatsbollox Жыл бұрын
Absolutely stunning car. This thing will be extraordiarily expensive one day. Most classics arnt the fastest, or maybe not the best handling...but they are usually gorgeous and make you feel special. The sound of that ferrari donk is scrumptous.
@krlp9826 3 ай бұрын
You said everything, 100% with you on that one
@anbugovender4265 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam I am a subscriber from Durban South Africa and your contents are great keep up the fantastic footage and like to see more classics especially Italian cars Regards Anbu
@saymyname218 2 жыл бұрын
You have to see one of these in the flesh to appreciate just how beautiful (And low down and wide) they are. A few years ago, I was in Arnage during the le Mans race and there was one of these parked in the street there. It got more attention than all of the Lambo's/Ferrari's Aston's put together. "Stunningly beautiful."
@MRVSKIN 2 жыл бұрын
I ABSOLUUUUUUUTELY LOVE THIS CAR. Always have and always will. Truly stunning
@sewesnortje1960 2 жыл бұрын
Awesome video!
@mathijsvorstman5175 2 жыл бұрын
Love this video. And you are right Sam. There might be better cars but none I’d rather drive. It’s art..
@Schuler320 2 жыл бұрын
Amazing Masterpiece car the 8C it is Sam! The 8C does suit you well I must say.
@garylawton230 2 жыл бұрын
What a novel place for the front number plate! Just fold the sun visor down and there it is! ;-) PS> Don't drink and drive Sam!! :-)
@shijitnair1404 5 ай бұрын
I guess everyone's seen Clarkson's episode on the Alfa "If a Car can be Art" ❤ What a car to so it on !
@chrisbiliouris7065 2 жыл бұрын
A1 content as usual!
@matthewblake1063 2 жыл бұрын
Great car. Would’ve been nice to have a bit of a walk around the car and a closer look at the interior. With something this rare many people won’t ever see one in the flesh!
@rousemotorsport 2 жыл бұрын
This car has not aged a day. The Maserati soundtrack does not hurt either. Love the car!
@trisbuckley409 2 жыл бұрын
BTW, the Spider has carbon ceramic brakes (coupe has steel brakes) and it also has a more compliant suspension, it has a bigger trunk, and best of all, whereas Alfa made 500 coupe only ~330 Spiders were built. And for the record, they were not built by Alfa, they were built by Maserati. They also feature carbon fiber seats from the Enzo, a Muffler that is made by Ferrari and a bunch of other Ferrari designed parts as well. The Spider is more rare than a Ferrari Barcheta or even a 250 Lusso.
@pedrosousa8512 Жыл бұрын
This model it´s just such a masterpeice... so special
@bissmark81 2 жыл бұрын
Great episode!!! 😜😎🇮🇹👍
@jamesroseby3823 2 жыл бұрын
Yep, you got it right Sam, ignore the numbers, that kind of car should be mostly about how it makes you feel. Pictures don’t do the 8C justice. You need to see it in reality to appreciate its curves. It is stunning….And that exhaust note. Perfection!
@mulletmanpete 2 жыл бұрын
Hi Sam, another great video. And I get that personal opinion is just that - personal. Also that the rarity of these is largely what drives the value, but 300k? For that you could have your pick of all your favourite Ferraris - Challenge Stradale (plus a massive chunk of change), a mega spec 458 (plus change), a decent Speciale or even a Pista. Would you seriously have an 8C over any of these? I'd love to know what Tony would say!
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