The New DB12: An Aston Martin with a bit of Ferrari? | Henry Catchpole

The New DB12: An Aston Martin with a bit of Ferrari? | Henry Catchpole - The Driver’s Seat

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The new Aston Martin DB12 is a crucial car for the British company. Why? Because it represents the first of a new generation. A new Vantage is also expected before long and Valhalla is waiting in the wings as well. What’s more, Aston is keen that these new cars should better reflect a company that has a Formula One team - and a rather good one at that.
As such, greater performance is the order of the day for Alonso’s new company car and although there is no longer a V12 option the familiar 4.0-litre turbocharged V8 has been pumped up to produce a startling 671bhp and 590lb ft of torque. Can the rest of the car cope with that? Well, let’s just say that this is a DB with an E-diff for the first time and it looks like it’s got the tyres for the job, with wide new Michelin Pilot Sport 5 S rubber wrapping the new forged wheels.
This more sporting bent to the car is intended to position the DB12 (and Aston as a whole) directly between Bentley and Ferrari. A new skew towards the famous Italian marque is perhaps no surprise because the latest man to slip behind the big desk in the fanciest corner office at Gaydon is none other than Amadeo Felisa - ex-CEO at Ferrari.
Since he took over from Tobias Moers in 2022, Felisa has brought in various engineers with Maranello knowhow to help guide the development of the new generation of cars. Can you feel this influence in the DB12 (which Aston Martin is positioning as the world’s first Super Tourer)? You’ll have to watch the film to find out…
We had the run of the roads in the South of France but within the test route there was one particular stretch of tarmac that it seemed appropriate to visit. In the James Bond film GoldenEye, 007 drives his famous Aston Martin DB5 in an impromptu race against a Ferrari 355 GTS with Xenia Onatopp behind the wheel. This scene with Pierce Brosnan and Famke Janssen takes place on a set of spectacular roads not far from the Route Napoleon, so that’s where we went. With a new, silver DB at our disposal it would have been rude not to.
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@barsaf9989 Жыл бұрын

Hagerty did a great job of picking up Henry. I imagine what happened was a top guy at Hagerty said he wanted Henry and didn't care what it would take to do so. Great decision.

@moogle68 Жыл бұрын

I think that whoever got Jason Cammisa (or maybe it was just Jason himself), also got Henry. I have never seen Jason do a cameo in one of Henry's vids, but I think of Henry as the British version of Jason, he has the perfect personality for attracting British and European viewers and knows what they like/want, whereas Jason has the perfect personality to attract US viewers and knows the American market just as well as Henry knows his.

@Suprahampton Жыл бұрын

I'd love to see Henry have an appearance on the Carmudgeon Show

@thulanijamnda7243 Жыл бұрын

You nailed it 🤣🤣🙆‍♂️

@JackGore78 Жыл бұрын

@@Suprahampton they've definitely got to make it happen

@dancinglizard3080 Жыл бұрын

He's the next chris harris imo

@davidyackell Жыл бұрын

Henry is one of thee best presenters on KZfaq. I watched his Carfecrion channel religiously. Too many channels try to be over the top with humor to the point of exhaustion. Henry has a wit and dry sense of humor that is unparalleled, all while conveying the right amount of information.

@andrewthompson6893 Жыл бұрын

One of my favorite presenters mentions one of my favorite books while driving one of my dream cars. Don't ever change Henry, you're one of the delicious details of life.

@CodeineAbdulJabbar Жыл бұрын

Pause

@Anarzist Жыл бұрын

Oh which book did he mention? Did not register it, sorry

@robertcook2572 Жыл бұрын

@@Anarzist Mein Kampf

@Metal05 Жыл бұрын

Get a room. Delicious? 🤔

@reynhart66 Жыл бұрын

@@Anarzist" The perfume " from Patrick Suskind, a short novel and a fantastic lecture. Highly recommended

@richjohn9356 Жыл бұрын

Thank you Hagerty for giving us Henry, the best automotive partnership ❤

@geraint8989 Жыл бұрын

KZfaq recommends a DB12 review, so I know Aston Martin must have handed out some press cars… so I search for Henry Catchpole and there it is! I am the champion of KZfaq!

@PookDaWook Жыл бұрын

Wow. Just unparalleled cinematography from the people at Hagerty. They made an already beautiful car present even better

@warrenh8709 Жыл бұрын

Henry is one of my favorite people to watch talk about cars

@theblackhand6485 Жыл бұрын

Yes. With glasses that is. Without he is scary eyeballing us 👻

@The_R-n-I_Guy Жыл бұрын

I like buttons, switches and dials. Touch screens are good for phones, tablets and even computers. But when you're in control of a 4000 pound vehicle. You need to be able to reach over and change the radio or hvac without taking your eyes off the road. Can't do that with a touch screen.

@Smiding 9 ай бұрын

Then you are in luck cause those cars are a lot cheaper.

@hewitc 21 сағат бұрын

this has both

@GarageSupra Жыл бұрын

So I think Henry should play as the next Q in the next 007 movie. I can just see him explaining the features and weapons this thing has to Bond in harmony.

@AB_Uploads 11 ай бұрын

Here’s a great idea

@ichiban8558 Жыл бұрын

Huge Henry Catchpole fan here too. There's just no substitute for old school journalism in the automotive world.

@pooroldnostradamus Жыл бұрын

Aston Martin's design department could not put a foot wrong if they wanted to

@danieldickson4656 Жыл бұрын

Bmw hitting every other branch 😂

@toxicgracie3772 Жыл бұрын

@@danieldickson4656I was literally just thinking that BMW is the complete opposite 😂

@ClinicalDecisionYikesYT Жыл бұрын

Yeah this new Miata is stunning 😂😂😂 room temperature IQ take

@mrebear9758 Жыл бұрын

Much prefer the Callum Fisker era

@GhibliNova Жыл бұрын

They are getting uglier though

@kelvinc592 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Mr. Wolverine... I still am amazed we get this level of content effectively for free. Thanks Hagerty and great review!

@OriginalAbsolute Жыл бұрын

Catchpole is one of most normal people on this planet. Knowledgeable, Skillful left handed and wears watch on right. Dude is basically me.

@MichaelAllen-td1uu Жыл бұрын

The stem comes into to play when a watch is worn on your right arm.

@oggie1967 5 ай бұрын

I’m kind of late to the whole Henry Catchpole party, but boy can he get a story across! Knowledgeable & eloquent! More please!👍👏👏👏😊

@faba6753 Жыл бұрын

Henry speaks with such poetry. Love his takes and props to the cinematographer. Amazing job.

@andrewsalomon4534 Жыл бұрын

What an excellent production, more with Henry please!

@joevanseeters2873 Жыл бұрын

Henry is a true gem in the automotive journalism arena. I really enjoy all of his reporting on any vehicle he is reviewing.

@JohnBodu Жыл бұрын

What a storytelling... What a cinematography... What a car... Thank you guys! You're just damn good ❤

@ReptileCrib73 Жыл бұрын

I would have like round lights in the rear as an homage of the DB5. It would have looked really nice on the DB12 I think.

@mirkomarjanovic3234 8 ай бұрын

Hmmm, I think that would be quite nice, actually.

@technom3598 8 ай бұрын

This is one of the best filmed and produced videos ina very very long time from any channel. Seriously one of the very best pieces of automotive video journalism ever recorded. Absolutely outstanding

@fifieuskadi Жыл бұрын

Very good review. Top notch video editing. Keep up with the good work Hag! 👍🏼

@antoniolleradam9354 Жыл бұрын

Well, that's a mix of emotions. As usual with Henry's videos since former Carfection, they are an absolute pleasure to look at, for both the valuable information he gives of the car and also the beautiful landscapes of the locations chosen. Regarding the product itself, I feel pros and cons: it is a bit confusing being called DB...12 ! now that it has definitely lost the V12!, although it must be admitted that the V8 AMG may be a better option for weight distribution and the better handling and front axle agility that Henry feels. An outstanding pro is the deployment of buttons and the rotary dial, as Henry does not miss to point out; a huge bravo for this. On the other side, I can see that the gearshift paddles now turn with the steering wheel instead of being fixed tot the column, and although they are long enough to be found in most situations, I still think this is a rearwards step, shame!

@cyclemike5182 Жыл бұрын

I'd willingly pay to watch these amazing quality films at the cinema. Next one in IMAX PLEASE!

@patrickdgarez86 Жыл бұрын

Always such a pleasure to see a HC video pop up and that Hagerty has recognized his incredible worth, in the automotive journalistic sphere. Now an OG. Thank you for including a quick shot of the cabin at night. It shows what an incredible advancement AM has made in an area that was so desperately in need of an evolution. Suddenly, the DB is desirable again.

@ImClaux Жыл бұрын

These videos are amazing. Henry and Cammisa are the crème de la crème. It's hard not to watch the videos coming from them, they're just so good. I hope Hagerty could manage some more views because this content is just amazing.

@DenHvideHund Жыл бұрын

This is how you present a new car. Superb presentation Hagerty

@alanwechsler9850 Жыл бұрын

Amazing. A movie, history lesson, a novel, a documentary all wrapped up in the guise of an automotive journalist’s impeccable deep dive into a new offering. Marvelous.

@carloc8763 Жыл бұрын

What a brilliant video, accompanied by detailed commentaries from an evidently very competent driver. Bravo Henry!

@Nah5534 11 ай бұрын

Henry is by far the most enjoyable car journalist to listen to. Theres a certain class and feeling his narration and videos give that you cant find anywhere else

@niclebowski9214 Жыл бұрын

I can finally say that this content is better than any other automotive TV show in this moment.

@The_R-n-I_Guy Жыл бұрын

I know I'll never own a car anything like this. But I do hope that someday I will at least be able to drive something this good so I can feel it for myself. I've only driven junk really. Except for the few nice cars I've gotten to drive at work. But they were customer cars so I had to be gentle with them.

@user-lz3jz5kj3n Жыл бұрын

I'm glad Aston is getting their act together. This is one brand i don't want to see fail. Very nice car.

@jameshampton8730 Жыл бұрын

You take car reviews to a whole new level with your eloquence and knowledge. Thank you

@Unkn0wnz_anon Жыл бұрын

Hagerty back at it again!

@peterclifton6312 Жыл бұрын

Another absolute top class video. Great intro love the look of the Aston Martin now the interior is on point and one of the best hosts out there, telling us all about it cracking job 👏

@sickjohnson Жыл бұрын

Good to see another awesome video with Henry again!

@phrouleau 10 ай бұрын

Quite nice to see you back Henry! Best writer for car review and proving it again! Thanks

@davidevans5691 Жыл бұрын

So glad I found you again Henry. Love your reports and observations.

@martinuso7446 Жыл бұрын

The name is Catchpole... Henry Catchpole... Very, very nice review. Beautiful shots. Thank you.

@johnedds2327 Жыл бұрын

Car, commentary, scenery and production values; excellent as always. Thank you.

@user-gk8qn4zj5k 2 ай бұрын

Best car reviewer on the Internet. Insightful and fair--with a positive bent but not a manufacturer's toady . . . love his work.

@fredlee9884 Жыл бұрын

Henry Cathpole. You are one of the best in the business. I appreciate the hard work you put into all your videos.

@pdcichosz Жыл бұрын

Damn it! I can't insure my car at Hagerty here but I want to just as a way to thank them for gathering Henry and Jason (and Anthony Esposito!!!) under one umbrella and giving them the opportunity to do THIS.

@robertlangley1664 Жыл бұрын

Great to see Henry again doing what he does best bring great cars for us 👍👍

@ianadams4057 Жыл бұрын

The standard by which we judge the others, another fantastic review. Thank you Mr Catchpole.

@cbotten106 8 ай бұрын

Never saw a Carfection video but this review is nicely put together. Love the historical facts and those sights, sounds and opinions.

@CertainlySpooky Жыл бұрын

Aston are under rated. Great video, Henry's reviews are always worth watching.

@4rdF1Hunny Жыл бұрын

Lawrence Stroll really stepping this company up!

@richjohn9356 Жыл бұрын

Yes , just has to get Nando to replace his son and then job done 😂

@4rdF1Hunny Жыл бұрын

@@richjohn9356 Him or Leclerc!

@jodleur Жыл бұрын

I love Henri's content and presentation skills. Good luck at the new job and glad to have you back. As an Aston & 007 addict, allow me to have noticed a licence plate error @9:42 BMT 214A vs correct BMT 216A!

@tamasszabo8824 Жыл бұрын

Indeed.

@catonehere Жыл бұрын

Reg plates containing DB12. Wish I put them all up last year.

@sorenklausbo5685 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful video. The best looking AM in decades (especially inside) And most important to mention; Henry Catchpole is the king of car reviewers! 🙏💪🏁

@albertperks3476 Жыл бұрын

Nothing like the latest Aston in a cinematic setting. Fingers crossed that the DB12 is everything we hope from AM - certainly looks/sounds like it's up there with the best.

@jmlupoludowicy1239 Жыл бұрын

Lovely video Mr Catchpole but shouldn’t you have worn a Seamaster? 😜

@stalearseth9985 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you on KZfaq again, missed you...

@peterlinks1547 11 ай бұрын

Thank god I found you back again on the KZfaq Henry!

@jordanseay216 Жыл бұрын

This is reminiscent of those top gear/grand tour new car reviews. It’s sick!

@Atipical_ Жыл бұрын

Henry Catchpole + new Aston = instant like

@bigprocrastinator Жыл бұрын

If Aston could sell only one coupe this would be it. Great job. Kudos

@benking9277 Жыл бұрын

Would love to see a watch collection video from Henry, is that a Scurfa I spot on the wrist?

@jonathanharvey2156 Жыл бұрын

Yes, i agree, it’d be great to find out about the watches, I do know he has at least one bremont…

@mhj360 Жыл бұрын

Yes, Scurfa Diver One no date.

@Schuey_M Жыл бұрын

Amazing video, car and presentation. Excellent work.

@jjtpatt123p2 11 ай бұрын

I love the way Henry presents these cars, I think he's one of the best going right now.

@gsmith207 Жыл бұрын

Well ya got me. Would love to try one of these out. Great vid! Would not have known about this if I didn’t watch it, guess in the US we get no Ads except for KZfaq. Now about the dealership close to Maine…

@johnc6040 Жыл бұрын

Love this review and reviewer. Real class act and knowledge beyond most. Well done Hagerty

@robinpratt1541 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant as always Henry, so many good points but I think your endpiece is very special and appropriate!

@jmfangio286 Жыл бұрын

Nice to see you again Henry.

@ilandman4evr Жыл бұрын

Epic car review Henry. Eye candy everywhere just the way we love it. Cheers

@blueray7176 Жыл бұрын

Finally Aston Martin has upgraded it's interior to what I'd expect from such a legendary sport car.

@paulthomson9014 11 ай бұрын

Yeh aston interiors up until the db7 were always amazing went a bit down hill when they went Mass produced

@blueray7176 11 ай бұрын

@@paulthomson9014 That’s interesting I thought they were always hand built

@paulthomson9014 11 ай бұрын

@@blueray7176 the v550 type was the last hand built aston from Newport Pagnell factory , from db7 onwards moved to a new factory at Gaydon and were all machine built

@MegaRetr Жыл бұрын

Very good review. Top notch video editing

@gavinsullivan9015 Жыл бұрын

Came here first to see Henry cos he’s the best 👍 not a revolutionary at but brought up to date with the times. With the badge and the design you’d hope it would sell well. Altho that black square at the front end could be integrated better!

@MrC72k Жыл бұрын

Opening shots reminiscent of Top Gear with the trio, great presentation throughout, engaging and truly knowledgable

@steverielly Жыл бұрын

Interesting....what happened with the 'odd' number increase? Shouldn't this have been the DB13?

@anesennaidoo5279 Жыл бұрын

True! Aston, Superstitious much?

@IMONBLOGTVWITHMYFUCKINGHANDSUP Жыл бұрын

@@anesennaidoo5279 prob less them and more their clientele

@Scotracer1987 Жыл бұрын

Well historically it wasn't so. DB1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7. 9 was the odd one out. And 10 was taken for the Bond car.

@JohnFromAccounting Жыл бұрын

The only number they skipped was DB8.

@steverielly Жыл бұрын

@@Scotracer1987 Ahhhh....too true.

@michaelhughes3302 Жыл бұрын

Skipped the TG and MrJWXYZ guy's review videos and thankfully found yours. Henry's still the man for the job, as far as I'm concerned. Loved that your press car was in Bond silver. Great job as always Hagerty. You definitely employ the best folks for the job.

@vladislavdimitrov4646 Жыл бұрын

MrJWXYZ?

@jonathanharvey2156 Жыл бұрын

@@vladislavdimitrov4646 He’s talking about mr jww…

@amiller2121 Жыл бұрын

Great review. The new interior looks unbelievably good!

@PMichaelG Жыл бұрын

The best DB12 review in video quality, editing and info..

@shirleyboy8859 Жыл бұрын

Some people have it, some don`t........ Henry has it by the Bucket load...... Nuff said..... Great review Young Henry...You have made me want one even though I can`t afford the air in the tyres!!! :-))

@jamiebird8302 Жыл бұрын

Great to see Henry back. Brilliant presenter

@rotatoryrotisserie3619 Жыл бұрын

What a beuatifully thoughtful view of a car. Superb work.

@Absilon13 Жыл бұрын

Sir Henry Cathcpole one of the legends of automotive journalism world.

@mk.h Жыл бұрын

Super tourer? I believe you Henry coined the term when you reviewed McLaren 720s. 👌

@yogiyo888 Ай бұрын

A review full of relevant information and reactions. I appreciate it. If I may offer one thought…I think the importance of engine note seems, in general, a bit over hyped these days and for this car, I don’t sense that it lacks in that regard. It sounds just good enough to present a strong muscular presence and yet does not cut into the level of comfort a GT car would need to hold. Being that the likely buyers of this car are more middle-aged or older, I think any more louder engine note would feel rather “raucous” as opposed to “sonorous.” The DB cars have always held the aura of a gentleman and this DB12 feels like it is perfectly suited for a modern gentleman. Well done, Aston Martin.

@TherealLorinser Жыл бұрын

Good to see Henry back.

@luke_3_113 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful car and beautiful video. Seems like Aston Martin have produced an excellent car, and given how ridiculous the price of some other cars these days, I thought the price-point was quite good - it's all relative!

@DavidParker-sx5ps Жыл бұрын

Another quality production. Well done. Cool car too.

@zNYGv Жыл бұрын

I wonder what the road noise levels are like with the new wider tires. Its important when claiming to be a gt car and something the 911 turbo has always fallen short on. Any input, Henry?

@AndyNC 7 ай бұрын

Great presentation. I'm glad that Aston Martin is back on that level. Is that a Scurfa on your wrist?

@shankarbalan3813 Жыл бұрын

Superb. Catchpole at his best. Good on yer Hagerty, you got yourself a star!

@glennduncan6843 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for this. Finally an Aston Martin that just looks terrific, in fact near perfect. I think all agree that Aston Martin had lost their way for over a decade and a half, but the DB12 has definitely bought back the glamour, luscious curves and I want that, feeling. Need to see DB12, as instrument binnacle looks a bit small, angle of screen re reflection, and is there a sun roof? Small queries for an otherwise superb car.

@BrendanEvan Жыл бұрын

Wherever Henry goes to make videos, I’ll be there….but, you know, not in a creepy way.

@AVOWIRENEWS 5 ай бұрын

The DB12 sounds like an exciting blend of Aston Martin's elegance and Ferrari's performance flair! Combining the best of both these iconic brands must result in a car that's not only a pleasure to drive but also a marvel to behold. The idea of integrating elements from different top-tier manufacturers is fascinating. It's great to see innovation in the automotive world, constantly pushing boundaries and blending styles for unique and thrilling driving experiences. Can't wait to see more cars that offer such interesting fusions! 🚗💨✨

@James-pl2oy Жыл бұрын

What’s the black piece that bisects the lower lip of the grill? The housing for the radar? Breaks up the clean line of the fascia

@Kabodanki Жыл бұрын

South of France is one of the most beautiful place in the world, the Verdon is something to see

@billminkowitz3710 Жыл бұрын

Third review I’ve seen of this car. Within the first minute I knew it was going to be the first which really understood this vehicle.

@stanislavolshevskyi5264 Жыл бұрын

Great video, as always! 2 comments still. 1) "...a company that has a Formula One team" - not correct. It is Mr Stroll, who has a F1 team, which happens to have sponsorship agreement with AML. So AML does NOT have an F1 team, it just sponsors it. Very different set-up. 2) Does such "super tourer" type of car really need AML branded / specifically-developed tyre? It just adds to costs and complexity of ownership. When / where will the super tourer owner feel the difference vs. stock PS 5s? Gordon Murray's T.33 uses stock tyres as deliberate choice to avoid the extra pains and he knows a thing or two about high performance cars.

@Poorschedriver Жыл бұрын

So since Jason and DTS are too busy to make the piech-episode on the Carmudgeon podcast, can we please just fly Henry over here to do like 5 episodes with the guys? I'd love to see them all collaborate on some production as well because they're all so talented.

@duffydon1741 9 ай бұрын

Henry is a bloody super reviewer, top class lad, up there with Rori, I’m here for Henry!

@nl3712 7 ай бұрын

Fantastic vid, thanks to henry and hagerty

@helplmchoking Жыл бұрын

First impressions are it's gorgeous, like the DB11 but tweaked and better in basically every way. That interior, and especially the dash, isn't even comparable to the disaster they used to have. Love to see them focus just a bit more on the drive than the "golf club" market, I don't know how clever that is from a sales perspective but I love it. But the danger I see is that in moving further to the sporting side, and away from Bentley (who were always going to make the better luxury long distance cruiser), they're pushing closer to Ferrari and I don't think this is going to compete with the 812 as a touring supercar. I think I like the new positioning, I prefer a touring focused supercar to an extra sporty grand tourer