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https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-review/ferrari/296-g...
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/cars/ferrari/ferrari-2...
And my favourite from our own PH:
"I've never made myself sick while driving before."
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/cars/ferrari/ferrari-2...
And my favourite from our own PH:
"I've never made myself sick while driving before."
Edited by johnnyreggae on Monday 7th March 09:49
Reviews very positive but that shortened wheel base feels as if it has been achieved at the expense of a cramped interior. What's certain is that I wouldn't be especially happy if I had an SF90 on order. That car has obviously been used as a development platform to finesse the 296 and remains rather unloved.
Ferrari say it doesnt replace the F8 but sits above it in the model range; that's interesting because AFAIK, the F8 order books closed some months ago.
Ferrari say it doesnt replace the F8 but sits above it in the model range; that's interesting because AFAIK, the F8 order books closed some months ago.
I don't understand people paying any attention to "new car" reviews. First, all the press cars are "specially prepared" (more bhp, tweaked suspension, additional NVH sound deadening....). Second, the reviewers do not dare criticise the cars as they will be black listed. Third, someone else perspectives may be irrelevant to your own priorities.
If you want to know about a car, you go to a dealer and test drive it....preferably over a weekend so you get a good idea. Although, I usually have a good idea after 1/2 hour of mixed driving.
I have been criticised on this forum when I go and test drive multiple vehicles (usually 3 or 4) to make up my mind but unless you sit in the car, you don't know.
I really don't understand people spending serious money on a car without doing their own research...
If you want to know about a car, you go to a dealer and test drive it....preferably over a weekend so you get a good idea. Although, I usually have a good idea after 1/2 hour of mixed driving.
I have been criticised on this forum when I go and test drive multiple vehicles (usually 3 or 4) to make up my mind but unless you sit in the car, you don't know.
I really don't understand people spending serious money on a car without doing their own research...
I had a good look at one at Fiorano last October and both myself and my son agreed it looked stunning in the metal and pictures don't do it justice. Having read/watched a couple of reviews I like it even more but at over £240k for base spec and most likely £300k+ for a nice spec too rich for my blood unless I sell my 812 which I want to keep.
paddy1970 said:
I don't understand people paying any attention to "new car" reviews. First, all the press cars are "specially prepared" (more bhp, tweaked suspension, additional NVH sound deadening....). Second, the reviewers do not dare criticise the cars as they will be black listed. Third, someone else perspectives may be irrelevant to your own priorities.
If you want to know about a car, you go to a dealer and test drive it....preferably over a weekend so you get a good idea. Although, I usually have a good idea after 1/2 hour of mixed driving.
I have been criticised on this forum when I go and test drive multiple vehicles (usually 3 or 4) to make up my mind but unless you sit in the car, you don't know.
I really don't understand people spending serious money on a car without doing their own research...
this is the new ferrari 296 that's just come out, you can't test drive one at the moment. why not pay attention to the reviews?If you want to know about a car, you go to a dealer and test drive it....preferably over a weekend so you get a good idea. Although, I usually have a good idea after 1/2 hour of mixed driving.
I have been criticised on this forum when I go and test drive multiple vehicles (usually 3 or 4) to make up my mind but unless you sit in the car, you don't know.
I really don't understand people spending serious money on a car without doing their own research...
i've bought cars on the basis of good reviews before and not been disapointed. there is some value to them imo
what is interesting is how relatively bored and emotionless the reviewers seem, compare it to when the 458/spec was first out - there is a huge contrast of how much they were enjoying it
WCZ said:
this is the new ferrari 296 that's just come out, you can't test drive one at the moment. why not pay attention to the reviews?
i've bought cars on the basis of good reviews before and not been disapointed. there is some value to them imo
what is interesting is how relatively bored and emotionless the reviewers seem, compare it to when the 458/spec was first out - there is a huge contrast of how much they were enjoying it
Couldn’t agree more. Now watched a few of the videos and they are almost scripted in their similarities - reviewing seems ‘paint by numbers’; going through the process as detailed by Ferrari . For example, the 812 launch videos were all about the staggering engine/gearbox combo and the sheer exhilaration of the interaction with the car. That’s now replaced with very little comment on the emotional interaction and how the cars drivetrain makes you feel. No mention of how tiny it is inside either. I’m 6 foot 3 and had oodles of room in 458/488. My wife at 5 foot 9 couldn’t even stretch her legs out in the passenger seat of the 296 and I couldn’t fit at all.i've bought cars on the basis of good reviews before and not been disapointed. there is some value to them imo
what is interesting is how relatively bored and emotionless the reviewers seem, compare it to when the 458/spec was first out - there is a huge contrast of how much they were enjoying it
as posted on the other thread, I think it looks great (as does the Roma) and it looks like Ferrari has finally turned the ship around after 2 decades of producing cars that looked at best average with very few exceptions [e.g. Monza]
Still don't really want one, but that has to do with the tech etc not with the looks for once.
Edit to add: average is maybe the wrong expression, "not pretty" covers it better
Still don't really want one, but that has to do with the tech etc not with the looks for once.
Edit to add: average is maybe the wrong expression, "not pretty" covers it better
garystoybox said:
Couldn’t agree more. Now watched a few of the videos and they are almost scripted in their similarities - reviewing seems ‘paint by numbers’; going through the process as detailed by Ferrari . For example, the 812 launch videos were all about the staggering engine/gearbox combo and the sheer exhilaration of the interaction with the car. That’s now replaced with very little comment on the emotional interaction and how the cars drivetrain makes you feel. No mention of how tiny it is inside either. I’m 6 foot 3 and had oodles of room in 458/488. My wife at 5 foot 9 couldn’t even stretch her legs out in the passenger seat of the 296 and I couldn’t fit at all.
Interesting. Henry catchpole at 6ft5 seemed pretty comfortable. That was with a helmet too. Different seat options perhaps? 12pack said:
Well, its always fun to read what the reviews say about the previous model - or in this case the "unloved", "numb", "uninteresting" SF90.
Wonder what they'll say about the 296 when the 310 GTB comes out.
Funny, I was just saying the same to a client this morning. He’d bought a launch model DB11, when the plaudits were industry wide. Shortly after with the launch of the V8 and AMR, the press were all reporting how it was now the car it should have from the beginning, with all the wrongs made right. I always thought that accusations of free trips to warm climates were a bit harsh or exaggerated. In the current competitive YT world, things seem worse then ever. Best see them for what they are (a free glossy stream of adverts) and I’ll make my own mind up when I get the experience the car in person.Wonder what they'll say about the 296 when the 310 GTB comes out.
It's ugly, and a V6 to boot. No attraction for me. I'd rather get an Emira which at least looks beautiful and costs half as much.
I'm sick and tired of reading reviews (like the one on this site) whose contents are just 2/3 regurgitated stats sheets/press release filler. I don't want to read more than a line or two about why Ferrari thinks this car is revolutionary and/or evolutionary. Tell me how it drives, what it's like on the inside and for god's sake compare it to its competitors rather than making naff statements in a vacuum.
Reckon some of these auto journos are plodders who don't want to miss out on the next invite to fly somewhere business class on Ferrari's dime. Get a real job.
I'm sick and tired of reading reviews (like the one on this site) whose contents are just 2/3 regurgitated stats sheets/press release filler. I don't want to read more than a line or two about why Ferrari thinks this car is revolutionary and/or evolutionary. Tell me how it drives, what it's like on the inside and for god's sake compare it to its competitors rather than making naff statements in a vacuum.
Reckon some of these auto journos are plodders who don't want to miss out on the next invite to fly somewhere business class on Ferrari's dime. Get a real job.
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