1,000 Miles In My Abarth 695 Biposto

[@statesidesupercars]

Might only be a 1.4 turbo, but at least the sound is real, unlike lots of other performance cars with fake speaker sounds.

[@donpedro187]

*cough* VGA *cough*

[@thedownshiftchannel]

The yellow really makes this car! It's a cool spec but the colour is the one!

[@MRK__PRODUCTIONS]

thedownshiftchannel fully agree with you!

[@rry6301]

I saw one the other day.The first thing I did was look at the plate to see if it's Sam 😂. But that is really an eye catcher.

[@CrustyTheElf]

thedownshiftchannel thats the only color they have right?

[@rry6301]

CrustyTheElf yeah

[@EiteTryHard]

Yeah it does! Its a Ferrari paint color (Giallo Modena) which is super cool too!

[@jonathanfarrell1620]

You are an absolute hero. I've got a Competizione, and I find myself relishing all of the features it doesn't have. Every time I find something else that makes it less sane it makes my day. Biposto though... Ahhhh. Heroic. Get yourself to Abarth Day 2017. This year was fantastic!

[@WiZe1972]

I love your Biposto! That yellow, the 18" wheels and that overall racing feeling makes this car very unique

[@656781g4]

I can't help but think a Mini cooper S or an Audi S1 would be a better daily

[@pooop592]

it definately is, but i think this is more fun.

[@2424mazza]

Alex MCBRIDE they're cheaper too

[@656781g4]

Ohh 100%, the fun factor is 10/10 but the lack of toys would bother me. Even a Fiesta ST would be a good choice

[@656781g4]

Max Jones I know it's mad to think how little you get for your money, each to their own I guess

[@rare6499]

Alex MCBRIDE yes but nowhere near as cool, rare or exotic!

[@VisioRacer]

It looks badass on those OZ Ultraleggera wheels. Got them, too, and they are really nice, indeed.

[@Brian1612]

Sport mode doesn't make a difference to suspension or exhaust noise. It weights up the steering, allows for a little more torque and makes the throttle response much more sharp. As for the Akrapovic, it doesn't seem to be popping etc as much as my stainless steel monza so it might be worth checking the exhaust system and making sure the valve is open on it. Finally if you want more exhaust noise in the cabin, tuck the little flap under the boot carpet in the boot. There is a little lip which deadens the exhaust noise, if that isn't enough if you feel around you will feel there is a vent there to let out excess air when you slam the doors shut. This has a little rubber flap over it which really isn't needed so pull that off. You can thank me later ;) Car is stunning.

[@supraJZA80s]

You must own an Abarth 🤔

[@mooiboyace]

Tricolore stripe on top of the car ? edit: Aftermarket blow-off valve for the turbo ?

[@nikb6528]

That cyclist sneaking up behind you at the very end of the video was most certainly biposto-ed down with no mercy!

[@petermacariMTB]

Competizione gearknob needed! You can also push the flap in the boot floor back in on itself to get more exhaust noise in the cabin as there is a little air vent from boot floor to back bumper.

[@anonymousmind]

Audi S1 would have been a great project. But the color on the Abarth is crazy!

[@worldhello1234]

Nope, it is boring in comparision.

[@SuperAsdfgert]

Ferrari yellow looks so good

[@Kaisuke971]

Ferrari Yellow ? You mean Giallo Ferrari :^)

[@SPProduction02]

Kaisuke971 Giallo Modena :p

[@Kaisuke971]

Giallo Ferrari means Ferrari yellow, Giallo modena is the actual name of the color. It was just to mock Sam's habit of trying to speak Italian x)

[@SPProduction02]

Kaisuke971 ops my bad then :p

[@sgdtv1368]

The role cage makes a good camera mounting point 👍👌

[@ScottZ370]

Alfa Giulia QV, makes sense for the channel

[@johnfrantz5885]

S Miller that should've been his daily

[@ant_ramos]

Nothing better than going for a drive listening to a nice tune. Glad you're loving it!

[@TGE]

👋🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌🍌

[@TGE]

Oh & give me a hat pls m8. They're sexy

[@1ledan]

TGE TV thats what you pay for, you dont just ask.

[@FuRyCNR]

TGE does

[@zuwairieibrahim7563]

mengapa bercinta

[@bryceknez]

Sam, 2 quick suggestions- Yellow accents on the rims When you put in your stereo, pioneer makes a great compact subwoofer that would be simple to remove on track days- TS-WH500A

[@LorenzoTuratti]

the first thing to change for a daily use are the rims. 15 or 16 iches are the best choice if you want go faster on bumpy/country roads and for a smooth daily drive

[@TheFallen8598]

I have a abarth also and wanted to let you know that you can actually turn off traction control all the way. Instead of pressing the button quickly you hold it down until you get the notification on your screen. It should take about 5 seconds

[@AutomotiveMike]

When is coming the Jag replacement?

[@LoonyGarage]

Soon ...... hopefully :-)

[@Asterngeisha]

I started following STG's channel because he owned my two favorite modern dream car's. Seeing as I'll never be able to own either I compromised last year and purchased a 500T of my own after working my ass off for it. Now that I own it, I don't want anything else (save perhaps a proper Abarth.) It has this old-world simplistic character that really made me appreciate driving all over again for a fraction of the price of the "proper" cars. And they are a handful; horrible weight distribution and prone to defying gravity in triple digits. To see him own this is beautifully ironic to me. Best of luck Sam. There will be naysayers, but if it makes you smile it's doing it's job well.

[@lefterisnalbantis9627]

Loved the interior view through the windshield, especialy at 6:58 with the R8 on the backround. A real "seen through glass" point of view!

[@kolbis99]

Ok dumb question: When you have a right hand drive car, is 1st gear closest to you or is it the same as having a left hand driver?

[@Kaisuke971]

It's the same pattern

[@patteyh]

It's the same :)

[@matthewwilliams2992]

It's the same as a left hand drive car.

[@nikb6528]

It's the farthest away, it's the same as in a LHD car.

[@erraldstyler]

it´s usually the same

[@frederikzarghetta2438]

why was your phone plugged in to the speaker i it has bluetooth?

[@lloydbanks2k6]

Fredzar battery died probably

[@jackfinlayevans3428]

Fredzar Because it might not work with Bluetooth

[@madman-rd6uu]

Fredzar the car might not have Bluetooth

[@DanielSadjadian]

Can't wait to see what your F-Type replacement will be.

[@roelbruyn6272]

I'm having troubles with my Health. You making me smiling.. much greetz from the Netherlands Sam!

[@josephstaskowski3149]

Hold the traction control button for about 10 seconds, it should turn off all the way. Works on my 2013 US spec Abarth

[@cian_dinat]

What camera were you using @ 3:48? The pivothead pov glasses aren't wide-angle? If it's the gopro, what mount did you use?

[@GiacomoTravaglione]

Love how you brought some of those LA vibes over to your new UK vids! Keep up the great work :-) love it!

[@fififairuzfuyooo]

does the air-cond still works after 1000 miles? oh wait...

[@itsme_2183]

yea... It doesn't have

[@innerhammer]

He could worry about air conditioner after his car actually gets one.

[@NGENCustomsandPerformance]

Sam, hold down the ESC off button for 10 seconds to turn traction completely off. That should work as that is how the NA Abarths do it

[@nickfox4766]

I love your little yellow rocket too, it looks and sounds so good. You definitely need a stereo in your car.

[@GeneralmoffblogsBlogspotmoffvs]

I'm trying to get some number plates made up, but they say it is a legal requirement to display the place where you get them made below the numbers. How did you get your plates with nothing else other than the numbers?

[@CarObsession]

Man that makes a nice noise! You really wouldn't expect it from such a little car. It's like hearing a kitten roar!

[@5ohevan440]

Love your channel! Can't wait to pick up one of your hats and wear on my adventures.

[@itivantang]

There are few little mods you can try on the Abarth to make the driving experience much better. 1) Seats lowering bracket. 25mm lower on seating position gives you totally different feel. 2) A short shift. There are a few short shift options to choose from after market, which most of them improve the long and mushy gear flow from factory. Enjoy the Biposto!

[@ThibauTM]

I had a "standard" Biposto with the crazy gearbox one year ago. City driving was a pain in the *** but my god I miss this car. Giallo Modena looks absolutely stunning !

[@lewis83cl]

I quite fancy a standard Abarth for my daily, my M5 V10 is lovely but I get stuck in traffic and the smg isn't great, I've been really inspired by your 695 and I'd love one also just for the parking alone.

[@Sash_Window]

You had a 2002 S3? Wheres the videos? ._.

[@bennycusack1436]

When are you doing a supercar shopping video

[@RivetGardener]

Good to see your tail lights are the US style and not the blocky car-colored flat panelled after-thoughts that the European models carry. Speed bumps...yeah. Even the Abarth 500 is pretty stiff, I can't imagine the rough hits on the 695. Radio? Gotta smile, I have used the radio once since I've had mine. Bought my 500 Abarth 4 months ago, new. My kids sync'd my cell to the car~ never have used it. I like listening to the sound of the exhaust better. :) Awesome looking little monster you have there, buddy. Congratulations! That yellow looks killer. Good review too, thanks for sharing.

[@MrSamBraxton]

Just got a 2014 GQ dude they are so much fun to drive

[@charzard1404]

That exhaust is sublime

[@paneraiferrari829]

Sam, did you ever try using hair treatments? Or does losing your hair not bother you that much?

[@ScottPC]

Ceramic coating is nothing like Paint protection film! Ceramic coating is like wax (helps against wash scratches and makes rain run off) and PPF protects against stone chips'

[@IlCanaleDegliEroi]

Always great quality content Sam! At first I was like "nah" with the Biposto but now I can say that I'm loving this new adventure with the little banana 10:53

[@M0ren025]

Loving the yellow and I'm glad he blacked out the front abarth logo

[@Retrobeemer]

Will you be doing yellow STG mankini?

[@gaivoron]

dude. you bought a daily car without radio and super stiff suspension?! I think you are missing the point of a daily.

[@madfiat8932]

You're missing the point of life! Have fun! Live a little!

[@gaivoron]

Alvin Brinson thats what a non daily car is for. WOW live a little without a radio on daily basis.

[@isaacbareham3520]

Nice music! And also in the intro the car sounds AMAZING!

[@skyfly107]

You know what I don't have any jumpers to wear at the moment. I think I'm going to start a clothing range so I have something to wear

[@sergh8605]

Wonder if you can install the exhaust hetters in the Fiata?

[@jonscoupe]

Hi Sam. Another great vid. You mentioned mods and track days. Why not pop down to Castle Combe race circuit for a track day? It's just off the M4 near Bath. Awesome circuit. I've taken my modified Fiat Coupé 20 valve turbo around there several times. it's a cracking day out. Whilst your in the area, pop into FC Performance. They specialise in modifying Fiat Coupés and Focus RS's but they seem to be able to remap most things down there. They might be able to offer you some performance upgrades on your Fiat!

[@nielsemporio1709]

Great car Sam! Love it! Next to the radio and film you could do something about the exhaust. It sounds a little bit empty and "canny". Maybe Novitec, Akra, magnetti can do something about it?

[@Humance]

are u going to sell it within a year like the others cars u had?

[@crispcarguru303]

That atlantis blue m3 you drove by looks nice.

[@brightbluesmurf]

As a hat man myself can you get some flat caps too?

[@teoeric8763]

when will you reveal the f-type replacement ?

[@cryingrogue4813]

Brilliant little car Sam, my mate has the 595 competizione with the monza exhaust at that sounds insane, I can't imagine what this sounds like haha!

[@MrSoccerGK]

what about A/C? how will you deal with it during summer?

[@TimMSUK]

Sam, they'll need to remove the ceramic coating or it could reject the PPF, making it come off easily. They probably know that at DUB but just a heads up.

[@Viper4502]

Are you gonna tint the windows at all?

[@Nathan-rn8yg]

what make this abarth variant different from the others? Never really looked at an Abath let alone one of these.

[@owenwales4328]

Nathan Worland They make the 595 and the 695. Both are 1.4L Fiat 500's at heart. Sam has a special edition of the 695, the 695 biposto. Almost 200bhp and weighs nothing obviously.. They're also making 124 spider from the new Fiat convertible, but its basically an mx5..

[@Nathan-rn8yg]

ahh cool thanks man, for not taking my head off over a question :))

[@xXtroutXx69]

Wow, I saw 2 r8's in this video while you were driving around, is it a popular car in London or was it just a coincidence? (I'm from america so idk)

[@hoodixvlogs8015]

maybe have a look at the RS7 for the F Type replacement?!!

[@fourpipes]

You need a short shift kit as well mate..... That gear lever throw is is rediculously long.

[@JB-rp3ii]

You are gonna regret it when it gets hot as hell outside...I bet your F-type replacement is a Spyder :D Love your recent vids...editing is becoming better and better. Keep it up STG. JB

[@pieterb9800]

You should make a video about superspotting in the winter

[@thechiel000]

dont you miss the jag?

[@egocd]

What was your camera setup for the POV?

[@stefanstoev277]

Fantastic car! Keep up the good work !

[@M0ren025]

Finally a youtuber who dailys an abarth

[@gregmayled]

My dad has the convertible 595 Competizione 2017 and that sounds incredible with the roof down

[@Lyfema]

LOOK NO BRAKES i sugest to clip off the valve with some metal wire. or just delete the little spring. it makes a huge difference. since the valves open open at arpund 3k rpm.

[@Lyfema]

can be done without lifting the car. the spring is on the side of the driver. at around 30 cm from the exhaust tips.

[@AnimilesYT]

I just can't unsee it. The Abarth 69 and a half bipasta. It's not particularly funny, but I just can't unsee it.

[@biddiblack1]

I love Abarths and i do have a 595 competizione, but the inside of that Biposto is about as well equipped as a Mongolian prison cell!

[@benrochford8769]

You should Defo use this one your next trip to Monaco ! Would be great to see it zipping around Monaco.

[@THECARSPOTTINGCraze]

stg love your video keep up the good work i hope when im older ill have a good car like you

[@richmoore5089]

good luck Sam I use to own a fiat and all I can say is stands for "fix it again tomorrow"

[@S.Nordang]

5:33 what did he just say?

[@thepaulkix]

Hey Sam, you also have sometimes the Problem that the reverse gear is jumping out? As always great Video. :)

[@SuperTobbe12]

Was that a bimmer m2 at 7:25?

[@rry6301]

Tobias Ahlzen an m3

[@dolejsadam]

If my memory doesn't fail me, but your budget is around 100-110K pounds. If yes - I would recommend these cars - Ferrari 458, McLaren 570, Porsche Carrera 4S (the one you had in LA) or my ultimate favourite Aston Martin Vanquish (= the best sounding stock car in the world!)

[@MakaKV95]

Sam, what about some Air Filter? It will bring better exhaust sound.

[@leebula7]

do you have any stg hats that make me look like a bald man?

[@Florissvdv]

Honestly, had you made a video discussing whether or not you should get this car I would have leaned towards a no but it's such a fun little car and now I wish I had one.

[@neoncrx]

That is the most awesome little car.

[@louis6562]

What type of paint is that ?

[@HABHBX]

You get the like for saying "as a bald man" :)

[@juliusalberto2998]

Whats your F type replacement?

[@Dylan-C]

7:23 DAMN what a color on this M3 !!!!

[@colebruce4490]

Love the vid, if i were you though maybe for hte next line of hats, id take the extra lines off the logo and jsut leave the STG like in your youtube logo

[@firm1z]

no novitec exhaust? it's not loud enough

[@TheJuiceGoose133]

firm1z akrapovic instead

[@Bluepipe]

Such a quirky silly car. Love it.

[@TomNicksFix]

Really want Sam to get a V8 Vantage!

[@mrfeast2209]

tom nicko yessssssss!!!!!

[@jackfinlayevans3428]

tom nicko He could probably get a vanquish if he's lucky

[@patrickjohnson723]

awesome looking car. I had a hired car from europ car which was a fiat 500. it was beautiful in black with some red stripes.. leather seats inside, start stop technology etc. I do miss it. I know what you mean about the bone shaking suspension

[@JJ-pf7qo]

dang.. bro you need to hire graphic designer or someone to make that logo look better than that.. really honestly looks like 5min work from not even photoshop but windows paint!

[@johnj2781]

JJ J completely agree, looks like a make your own hat with an iron on logo xD

[@dannye_garage]

Put there an original radio from the normal fiat 500 :) .. and buy the aux cable for it to listen music from phone, or put there an Blue&me system

[@Lenoch_]

Love your upbeat demeanor. It's especially remarkable considering your attitude difference compared to Matt Farah (whose podcast I heard you on) and yet how much better weather he gets year-round and the prototypical English weather you're exposed to.

[@mha2263]

Abarth 595 with a tune would have been a better alternative in my opinion but at the end of the day if you're happy with the car then that's all that matters.

[@trletts]

You and Shmee need to take the Abarth and the Mini out and do a video of the day in the life of small car owners. Who can fit more inside, etc. Just different challenges.