2006 Spyker C8 Spyder Review - More Head Turning Than a Pagani, and a True Future Classic

[@mbeachtantrum]

I really love that K's comfort level in front of camera has really come up to his knowledge level. It used to be uncomfortable to watch him BE uncomfortable (or, more, TRYING to be comfortable) but his now-realized on-screen personality is delightful.

[@carsandbids]

Kennan is great, just took some time to find his groove.

[@BadPhD777]

He is very groovy 🙂

[@mbeachtantrum]

@@thomassmith6027 Funny. Did you assume I was a dude? No wonder she asked if you were, lol. Also, there is (literally) nothing sexual about appreciating someone doing a good job AND nothing wrong with being gay but you do you.

[@bk_nreynolds3278]

@@thomassmith6027weirdo

[@walthefl]

Even though I still remember the two videos that Doug already made about the Spyker, I decided to give this video a go and have to say I love how Kennan gave a lot of insight into the background of this car. I really learned something new. Very nicely done 👍👍

[@carsandbids]

Kenzoil goes deep with the knowledge.

[@maxcactus7]

GREAT review, Kennan! I'm genuinely elated you got to drive one of your dream cars. The Spykers are so beautiful and different from most cars, I'll watch every video you and Doug manage to post on them!

[@carsandbids]

Thanks! We won't stop posting!

[@dougt5357]

Okay, is it just me or, does Kenan's reactions (happy, smiling, laughing) seem like he is just like Doug? Not that he is mimicking him, it just seems such a natural response that just happens to sound like Doug! That is not a bad thing! Great review of a very interesting car. I did note there was NO discussion of the removable top and how easy, or HARD, it is to work with.

[@aita45]

I can only imagine what a banger of a review there would be for Spyker D8 Peking-to-Paris. That dragon was way beyond its time. Shame it didn't get any further than show-room stage.

[@Zandoerlenaar]

until now.... it's being made into a real car atm.

[@globotecinc.3018]

I think the racing harness with diamond-stitched leather on the shoulder straps deserves a shout out. That's attention to detail by Spyker!

[@carsandbids]

Great point!

[@tnhn1903]

What a gorgeous machine, thank you for the review Kennan!

[@carsandbids]

Our pleasure!

[@muhammadrayyan7783]

Spykers are definitely under appreciated, someday they would be million dollar cars

[@carsandbids]

They were so cheap a long time ago.

[@ltg8382]

Dutchman here, literally my dreamcar. Hope to be able to afford one someday!

[@muhammadrayyan7783]

@@ltg8382 Amen to that! Also my favourite car in TDU

[@MunworthCrowell]

this is a perfect example of a car that will continue to be valuable in the coming age of the EV. Speed and acceleration are increasingly no longer rarified, but what this car offers will always be special

[@carsandbids]

Exactly!

[@prawnstar9213]

The metal switch and gauge cluster.. the shifter mech.. are the absolute sweetest part looks wise. It’s a nice colored and stitched interior but that metal switch and button cluster is sick

[@miketeeveedub5779]

My Mk1 VW Jetta uses a similar shifting rod system - very precise and direct. Only difference is the shift knob of the Spyker is worth more than my car.

[@micahstahl8936]

The first time Doug reviewed one of these I fell in love. Thankfully I was able to see a C8 in Miami at the Miami Concours

[@carsandbids]

They are too cool!

[@stevenwilliams1805]

I actually got to see two of these about 15 years ago at an exotic dealership in north Houston. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Hi Kennnan, thanks a million for bringing the C8. I remember when it first was launched, it was an interview with the 2 guys behind it,very young by the way. One was the engineer designer and the other the finance guy, the investor and they had no doubts about what they were going to produce, Then the car was shown to the readers, it was an european car magazine, I don't remember which one but the car if I'm not wrong was the coupe, Laviolette, I clearly remember that I thought, what the hell is this? then the pictures of everything, particularly the interior with that steering wheel that the american government screwed up for your market... Still today it is in my opinion one of the prettiest cars ever made and I truly understand how you felt when driving it. Indeed you were C8ing fast down the road. Well don dude Thank you and much love as always from west Spain 🙂

[@Conservator.]

0:56 Hey, you have Dutch ancestors? That’s a ‘verrassing’! Hartelijke groeten uit Nederland! 🇳🇱

[@davidkeenan5989]

That great sound comes through very well on the video!

[@Ryan-vl2nn]

Cool car. Just wish we got to explore more of the interesting looking interior. Especially after it being compared to a Pagani.

[@carsandbids]

Doug really goes into the interior on the car.

[@newbiedebater]

I feel like the "what is this thing" reaction is perhaps the most modern rendition of an AC Cobra. I can only dream of ever even sitting in one, it is a wildly gorgeous car from the exterior - but the WWII brushed alumunium airplane interior is just so choice.

[@carsandbids]

the Dutch Cobra, interesting angle.

[@chaimshamza5850]

Great to see a bit more history, realy enjoyed this.

[@carsandbids]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@hanstubben]

Sure one of the coolest cars ever! Also it does not need to be the fastest in 0 to 60 or have 600+ hp, it is about the experience a car delivers, and the Spyker C8 seems to do that very well.

[@ImARealHumanPerson]

These cars are aging incredibly well. I think they will always look good.

[@carsandbids]

Simple and elegant.

[@dhalsim-1]

It has a classic style that won't go out of fashion

[@Randelawe]

This is the perfect car for Kennan to review. Love it!

[@carsandbids]

We agree!

[@TedMechanic]

Couldn’t resist to look up the registration of that Silvestris V8. It's registered just as model name "2 axle rigid body" with first registration in 1988. So they clearly used something else as a donor.

[@randyhyland847]

I saw them new at the dealership in Chicago and it was one of the most beautiful machines I've ever seen.

[@carsandbids]

They are really stunning in person.

[@robertisaar]

So, its the B7 S4 engine, with an extra 60hp squeezed out of it?

[@vladvulcan]

a great car! I saw such a thing live, what a sighting that was!

[@carsandbids]

They are so cool in person.

[@re-crafted2993]

I think it was a smart decision to move the crew to the cars and bids. I must say that when they first showed up on the full fat Doug Demuro channel I wasn't a fan, I had subscribed for Doug after all and the new voices rubbed me the wrong way. Now that i've been watching the second channel videos, i've come to appreciate the others more as their skills have improved, and now those original videos from before rub me a bit less! Look forward to seeing what comes next with the crew

[@carsandbids]

Thanks! Glad you are enjoying the videos we are making.

[@guillermojperea6355]

Exactly right!

[@NovaResource]

You have to admit, Doug is a genius. He built a loyal group of followers with his videos. Then he built a car auction website and is now using the multiple KZbin channels to make what are basically 30 minute commercials for his auctions.

[@gustavoflorio5383]

Hidden gem! And a really informative review!

[@carsandbids]

Thanks!

[@DesigntodesireSR]

Underrated gem! Looks way better than the Zonda to me.

[@kellingtonlink956]

I doubt that there is any modern motorcar that deserves to be in an automotive museum more than this car… this work of art. Luck day for you!! Thanks for another captivating video.

[@NovaResource]

Like most art, “Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and that applies here. The interior looks gaudy in my opinion. Over designed.

[@kellingtonlink956]

That’s a fair statement. To me, it has a certain.. almost vintage feel to the interior. It is the collective ‘minute’ details, like the machining of the dash, the retro style, the leather stitch work… the engrave exhaust tips that say Spyker. But true… style can be subjective.

[@carsandbids]

Can we say old train/steampunkish?

[@kellingtonlink956]

Yes. Well said.

[@ImperialDiecast]

headlights remind me of the 360 modena, c6 corvette and f50. i guess that kinda housing seemed cool at the turn of the century.

[@Yonder-Bognie]

Best driving experience “wooo!” On KZbin

[@carsandbids]

Thanks!

[@Games_and_Music]

Wow, this car grows on me every time i see a new video about on it these channels (3rd C8 video so far). The all-silver looks great, especially the backside with the air vents. Verrassing, verrassing, indeed, haha

[@carsandbids]

Right on!

[@ericcarabetta1161]

Spykers are so cool, they’re like budget Paganis. The materials and attention to detail are superb.

[@carsandbids]

Budget is a term we are using loosely :)

[@NovaResource]

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and that applies here. The interior looks gaudy in my opinion. Over designed.

[@ericcarabetta1161]

@@NovaResource , it is very stylized, yes, but imo that is what makes it a nice, unique break from the copy/paste interiors of almost every other car.

[@NovaResource]

@@ericcarabetta1161 There’s no accounting for taste.

[@alejandrofernandez5197]

Jet Li Drives this car in the movie “War” I’ve always been in love with this car since

[@arizonaridersclub]

We're riding with ya.

[@DavidDatura]

Spyker are still around!? I thought they went bankrupt again some years back. Glad they’re still here then. Those rear light clusters look the same as those of the McLaren F1…originally from a commercial vehicle you know.

[@s1k_addiction]

Seeing your IG I didnt know you used to work at Marshall Goldman, small world! Love the vid +the car

[@carsandbids]

Hi!!!

[@catmobile20]

Great car! Looks awesome

[@carsandbids]

So many cool details.

[@David_Denali]

Looks awesome

[@NLWerner]

Sadly Spyker no longer exists and is no longer making cars, contrary to what is said in the video.

[@knutemotorsport]

Came here for this. The last customer car Spyker produced was in 2011 (the C8 Aileron). The company went bankrupt before the C8 Preliator could enter production.

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

I want this motor in my r8 because the set up wouldn’t need a walnutplast carbon cleaning and 5 valves is a great sound 😊

[@carsandbids]

Can you get the heads to do that?

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

@@carsandbids maybe 🤔 lol 😂 but I remember having a audi tt mk1 with 5 valves per cylinder and it sounded pretty good 😊. Good luck 🍀 with cars and bids when I am ready I will look forward to finding my future car on it

[@DMG020]

the quirkiest feature is definitely the reverse-beep

[@jeremiahmorosier305]

Kennan do you use scripts or notes for the videos?

[@carsandbids]

Kennan writes a script and has some notes. Lots of preproduction goes into these.

[@Pawcio2115]

Amazing car

[@carsandbids]

So detailed!

[@zarstar1576]

Nice desighn

[@anthonyw5261]

The dash is also absolutely beautiful and cooler than just about anything. Thanks for sharing your fantasy Kennan 😊

[@carsandbids]

It is top ten interiors for sure.

[@NovaResource]

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and that applies here. The interior looks gaudy in my opinion. Over designed.

[@sawyermartin4434]

​@@NovaResourceRelax. You've made your point. You don't need to copy & paste your comment on every thread in this comment section.

[@NovaResource]

@@sawyermartin4434 Mind your own business.

[@sawyermartin4434]

@NovaResource Brilliant response man!

[@curtiscausey6544]

He's growing on me like .. keep up the great work 🎉🎉

[@forresttm]

I got to say. K really did a different view in the car.

[@bryantcurtis2573]

It ain’t cheap buts it’s a collectible and 100% I would buy this over a Ferrari just for the looks and interior alone.

[@victorzerpa1142]

the Audi 4.2 sounds better than some naturally aspirated Ferraris

[@richardmoscovitch3328]

He’s the type of guy that would have an Enzo but drives 40 on the freeway 😂

[@kevinvanneste2500]

Je nederlands is goed😁 een verrassing voor mij!

[@gelovr6]

Check the movie War(2007) the scenes Jet Li driving it like a baller😎 in one.

[@alvinlouws3249]

Proud dutchy

[@carsandbids]

Max Max Max Super Max

[@ClellBiggs]

Currently at a little over $3000. That ain't gonna last. lol I've always thought of these as baby Pagani's. They've got that same artistic feel and attention to detail.

[@carsandbids]

An affordable Pagani?

[@ClellBiggs]

@@carsandbids Well, more affordable. lol

[@ltg8382]

@@carsandbids Maybe just me.. but i'd take this over a pagani... 🤣

[@k8-sr495]

​@@ltg8382Same here

[@ltg8382]

This is a CAR

[@NovaResource]

“Beauty is in the eye of the beholder” and that applies here. - The exterior is nice but not spectacular. - The interior looks gaudy in my opinion. Over designed.

[@blahblahh7249]

this guy even laughs like daug

[@NakedPigeon]

After a lot of deals with "questionable investor's" Spyker was declared bankrupt (again) in 2021.

[@acalthu]

How does this Spyker have the non-airbag wheel? Was it fitted later?

[@carsandbids]

It was retrofitted.

[@NovaResource]

How does someone post a question that was clearly answered in the video? 12:00 specifically 12:22 Pay attention.

[@breatheinbreatheout8372]

Nice car but I don't think it's built for California Streets. It's rattling like an old trolley car.

[@Flexible_photon]

Im buying it

[@carsandbids]

Link is in the description :)

[@btl4220]

not really any more power than Audi V8 unless it makes more torque ….

[@DoctorSkillz]

Dear Cars and Bids, There are too many nice cars being driven by Kennan nowadays. Please limit him to 3 or 4 cylinder cars only. P.S., I am not a crackpot.

[@carsandbids]

We will bring him back down to earth with a slingshot again.

[@neocommenter]

Saw one in the wild around 2009 in Sarasota, Florida. A huge crowd was gathered around it and no one knew what it was.

[@C.Fecteau-AU-MJ13]

I wanna do something like that exposed shifter on my CAV GT40 🤔

[@carsandbids]

You have a CAV GT40???? AWESOME!

[@00Zy99]

Spyker Count in Doug-Related Channels: 3 Spyker Count in the rest of the universe: 0.000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000001 Clearly, there is something wrong with the rest of the universe. Also, WOW, all the responses! Do you have a bot working this channel? Give Kennzoil a brotherly hug from the City of Brotherly Love for me! And Doug. And Alanis. And their spouses. And Doug's child/children. And everyone else.

[@chrisnihart]

And to think, now all 2026 model year sold in the us will have an ignition interlock system including a camera on the driver during use. How far we've come in just 20 years.

[@BadPhD777]

You need to take Alanis for a ride in the C8 so we can hear her squeal with delight!

[@ToreHansen]

Wrong to call it a Pagani Light? Great video greeting from Norway!

[@carsandbids]

Love Norway! Have a few friends there.

[@sk8rboy509]

🔥🔥🔥

[@grilledme]

it's sad they didn't receive much recognition

[@carsandbids]

They were under that radar for a while.

[@saratov99]

So, it has an upgrades head and as a result has 20 LESS hp. Sounds advanced.

[@NovaResource]

And because it has port injection instead of direct injection it doesn’t have the problem of carbon buildup on the valves. Worth the 20-hp loss.

[@frozencarguy6274]

Anybody think this will be a million dollar car in the future?

[@petermgruhn]

Okay, it is NOT the same Spyker C8 that Doug has already reviewed. Twice.

[@carsandbids]

Correct.

[@Edvdh]

🪄⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

[@ConnorHammond]

Just dropped by to say you're out of your mind for saying a Spyker is more head turning than a Pagani. Objectively false.

[@Vermontguy87]

I think someone makes a supercharger kit to make that car even faster!!!!

[@carsandbids]

I think VF Engineering, did/does.

[@TheJamesLykins]

Anti-Kennan Club checking in

[@DivineFrag]

Complete lost me at the title.

[@reviewreviews5908]

Why do you think the spiker is better than a pagani?

[@carsandbids]

More Head Turning Than A Pagani Per Dollar, is tough to get in there.

[@TiBiAstro]

Doug's "fans" are so whiny 😂

[@bigballoon89]

Everything beautiful but more head turning than a Pagani LOL Nice title but a big, HUGE NOPE.

[@carsandbids]

Hey, trying over here!

[@Millionsfornothing]

I like this car, but I highly doubt it is more head turning than a Pagani hahaha

[@carsandbids]

Trying to get some people to watch :)

[@TheDementation]

Don't copy Doug, its embarrassing.

[@QuintusAntonious]

I suppose once you remove the airbag steering wheel the name "Spyker" becomes literal.

[@carsandbids]

The Impaler doesn't have as nice of a sound.

[@cyberloki4737]

Kennan has the personality equivalent of soggy toilet paper

[@slowery43]

then leave like an adult instead of whining like a little girl if its not for you

[@Trillzzy3]

This thing corny

[@stickshifter8]

A lot of rattling going on. It feels like this thing will disintegrate at any moment…

[@davidkeenan5989]

Certainly a quirky car.

[@themuppetman9]

im a simple man. I see another Kenan video, i hit dislike

[@carsandbids]

What other auto content creators do you like in the KZbin world?

[@JK-g62]

And i see a user name like Muppetman and will not take their opinions seriously...just saying!

[@bwofficial1776]

Start being a complex man and watching the video before you pass judgement.

[@NovaResource]

Ever hear the saying “Never judge a book by its cover”? If you dislike Kennan and don’t actually watch the video, why do you go out of your way to hit dislike and comment on it? Be careful, your IQ is showing, Muppetman.

[@Poatan.chama.]

But they still get your view and comment. 👍