Ben Collins / Stig Drives FERRARI 296 GTB on EPIC Italian Mountain Roads!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

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[@justsayin3600]

I went to buy a Ford Raptor, but a Ferrari was less expensive.

[@andymaskill5406]

Probably the most enjoyable, professionally documented piece of KZbin filming on a modern Ferrari I've ever seen.. No BS and Total respect for hearing a proper drivers opinion on a car most people will never understand..A amazingly detailed description and natural commentary.. Nailed that Ben, great video 👌

[@cadwang_621]

Yes. Thanks for keeping it real.

[@pauladams5673]

I agree, 75% of Top Gear was stupid pratting about for non-enthusiasts. We need a new programme for car enthusiasts.

[@egyptology22]

​@pauladams5673 of course it was. It was entertainment! The world's most popular show.... and I bet you looked forward to and never missed an episode!

[@MrTimstaaa]

Couldn't have said it better

[@xpaulwilliams]

Agree with you 100%

[@ektrolleyboy]

The production look of these videos is superb. And your presentation skills have come-on so much that I would say you’re now one of the best. Seriously.

I agree.

[@PoX-amp]

I agree.

[@NJRacer623]

I'm a sucker for a green Ferrari. That color looks spectacular.

[@andrewlutes2048]

30 minutes of my life well spent, actually. I got to hear the car, heard a bit of Enzo history, and heard a sincere perspective from one of the most respectable drivers ever. Thanks Ben and crew for a lovely, thoughtful video.

[@imthelastone]

I would like to see Ben and Harris collaborate for a serious race event and document it all, they are both the real deal in this game

[@xpaulwilliams]

They should collaborate, both brilliant

[@deanjdk]

Ben, Chris Harris and someone like Jason from Engineering explained would be a good trio. Throw Johnny Smith in there aswell.

[@stefanvanrensburg6096]

I would rather watch Ben's videos. He can really drive and he really knows what he's talking about

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Loved this car - next time hopefully unleash it on track as well but this was a unique chance to “see Italy” the Ferrari way

[@samuelgarrod8327]

Rather than... just curious.

[@stefanvanrensburg6096]

@@samuelgarrod8327 all the other clowns out there scheming themselves racing drivers. Ben really got my attention when he took Jodie Kidd round Silverstone (?) in that GT3RS & she told him in so many words how good he is. And he discusses everything that I would like to know about that particular car

[@simoncullen7960]

I remember him showing some KZbin goons his integrale. Casting pearls before swine . They were clueless and borderline disrespectful.

[@Dtp2296]

I nearly fell asleep, so boring! Good reason he wasn't a presenter on tv

[@andrewl6538]

Hands down the best car review I’ve seen in ages. No gimmicks. Just an articulate guy who knows his shit and can drive. Awesome.

[@Superdada]

That color is just incredible.

[@Jayy149]

Felt like an actual old school top gear review

[@andrewiwm9980]

Nearly but not quite, he’s getting close to it though

[@VerangaF430]

Top gear never goes in too much technical details like Ben and Chris Harris and Top gear was a family show totally different to these types of reviews...

[@Jayy149]

@@VerangaF430 not sure like I said it felt like had it’s moments

[@stephen300o6]

How is the boot space?

[@VerdoVeri]

More 5th gear with Tiff

[@jameswillard1]

I would say 296 is underrated but the truth is journalist/reviewers in the know raved about it and said it’s one of the best driving experiences ever, very impressive given the long list of great Ferraris. Me personally, I’m a McLaren/Porsche GT car fanboy…..which is why I am blown away too by how good this car is to drive. The agility/sharp front end/immediate power delivery/impressive sound makes it a blast to drive at any speed, the fact that it’s bat shit fast is just an added bonus.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Did they rave about it? I never heard a peep so I was blown away by this car - Ferrari v secretive about the differential but stay tuned for my interview with their test driver who err - kinda gave it away 😜

[@MihaiBaidoc]

@@BenCollinsDrives Some did, Chris Harris, Henry Catchpole, Jason Cammisa all were very positive about it saying it's the best ferrari in a long time. Throttle house also gave it a good review

[@Hello_there_obi]

@@BenCollinsDrives they didn't because it's not an ev lol

[@VK6AB-]

I went for a 296 GTB over the 992 GT3 RS. It is spectacularly good, remarkably compliant and yet explosively quick. Has both depth and versatility that the 992 GT3 RS doesn't have. I'm lucky enough to have a 991.2 GT3 RS as well, real world there is very little difference between the 991.2 and 992 RS, so in some respects I have the best of both worlds. It will be interesting to see where Porsche goes with the 992.2 GT3 RS. At the moment Ferrari seems to be knocking it out of the park.

[@jameswillard1]

@@BenCollinsDrives one of the journalists for Car & Driver who I’ve followed for probably 15 years said he is always asked by people what is the best car/or car he’d have over any other and he jokingly said as weird as it feels to say ….his answer is now a V6 Hybrid Ferrari. Matt Farrah had said while testing a $532k (!) MSRP 296GTB during Performance Car of the Year for Road & Track, that as crazy expensive as that particular test car was that he has to admit it’s worth the stratospheric price. Also, I was watching The Intercooler Podcast the other day and Andrew Frankel said in Ferraris history of building some epic cars that this one is way up there and that in his opinion it’s one of the best cars he’s driven. Those are just a few examples. Great video Ben!

[@andrewmitchell5665]

That might be the best Ferrari car/ color combo, ever....and wheel color, too. Jeez, and interior colors! Wow, what a spec.

[@mrbond0074]

Ben, thank you so much for this quality production, it was so enjoyable to watch, I very seldom comment on any KZbin videos but your honest, knowledgeable and yet understated style is so refreshing. It is also great to see you in front of the camera where hopefully you will now get the credit for your craft and not some other plonkers. Hats off to your Production team for the wonderful cinematography, I have subscribed to your channel and wish you and your team all the success you deserve. PS: I don't want to sound like a twat but I take delivery of my 296 tomorrow, I have driven quite a few Press / Demo 296's and while I will never ever be as qualified as you I can say your review of this "Little Monster" is really on point. Thanks again

[@d23bw]

Still the most enjoyable and able car reviewer around. Criminally undersubbed. A classic that will become recognised. Great drive this time, what a car.

[@manilove2pwn]

well done Ben this channel and your presenting has come on leaps and bound. editing on point too.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Much appreciated!

[@vladimirnesic]

This is so much better than Top Gear ever was. An actual driver worthy of such a beautiful machine giving us no BS. Just pure joy of driving a beautiful machine. Love it!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you liked it!

[@cyuiyuwyguiyui]

Obviously a man that not only likes Ferrari cars and the heritage, but also can handle them to the limit..

[@knighriderredux]

Thankfully Ben\Stig is still around doing these type of car videos now that the Grand Tour trio has finished. Hope to see some collabs with your old mates from time to time.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

More to come!

[@r.p.3192]

Now here’s a man with automotive culture in his heart… very well made and emotional video… I am not a Ferrari man by any means but the 296 is a very sexy mixture of less is more… and its driven by THE STIG… Grandioso 🎉

[@Rocky-hh3yg]

Beautiful car, beautiful spec. Great review. More of this please.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

More to come!

[@theesitchaowalittawil1935]

Im not a Ferrari fan but saw this in person yesterday, It look so good.

[@victorsung3582]

Yeah it’s so much better in person.

[@lorenzolazzarini1407]

"Everybody is a Ferrari fan"

[@licencetoswill]

the ferrari is incredible but your presenation is something else. amazing to watch

[@gnareg]

Felt like this segment came straight from the heyday of Top Gear. Well done Ben, keep the great content coming!

[@zambonidriver42]

Ben, that’s your best video yet. Thank you.

[@sandygilmour5444]

Proper driving by a proper driver. Great stuff

[@ilovecurrytoday]

Such a great watch, give us more Italy content soon pls!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Onnthe way! 🫡

[@jezbrown8247]

Ferrari missed a huge marketing opportunity with the 296 , by not naming it Dino 296 . I think more enthusiasts would have got what Ferrari were doing with this model then, which was focusing on driving experience, rather than just the headline figures.

[@xmarcika]

So good to see you behind the steering wheel of this 296! Until now I thought these new Ferraris are only bought by vloggers to amaze their audience. And for me was very hard to fell in love on a first sight. As for me Ferrari's magic started to disappear after 458. So good to see the newest car from your perspective🙏👍👍

[@GiuseppeSchiavoni]

Some say it is the best video test of a Ferrari 296 driven on the magnificent roads of Italy. All we know is that it's true! One of the best KZbin channels, thanks Ben.

[@Bruce4lmighty]

Your perspective and direct communication style was refreshingly enjoyable! Reviewing the 296 while simultaneously ripping it down a twisting mountain road with ease, shames all other motoring journalists 😂😂😂 Thanks 👍🏻

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Much appreciated!

[@MrOPM-vc6ow]

@1:39 mark did anyone else notice that the Ferrari emblem just appeared out of thin air on the wing??? 😮

[@AMC182xx]

Fantastic video Ben . There isn’t enough videos like this anymore so you nailed it well done 👍

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks for the visit

[@AMC182xx]

@@BenCollinsDrives great to see you doing what you do best

[@paballomolata8844]

From the legend himself

[@joevanseeters2873]

That Ferrari looks and sounds INCREDIBLE! I absolutely LOVE that green color choice. That would be the color I would choose personally if I had the means to purchase one of these incredible technological wonders of automobile engineering. Ben Collins has had a career that the rest of us can only dream of! A very lucky man indeed.

[@mickmcc2158]

I’m very jealous of you most days, Mr Collins but the day you filmed this more than most. Stunning footage. Stunning car

[@dale7933]

Best thing about Ben is how he looks on camera comes second to his passion for the car he's driving,makes his reviews the best out there 👏

[@biljancanin]

It can have all this new tech in the world, baing loaded with it, for me the 355 is the best Ferrari ever. A timeless beauty

[@MarcSob22]

Really love the 296!

[@mark-hollis]

If there was only one person allowed to drive this car it had to be Ben Collins. What a likable guy and one of the best drivers of the world.

[@MrFlyingguy]

its an amazing enclave recently, the dedicated motorists channels pumping out good gear.. this is right up there with the best, narrative is banging.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@alancookson676]

Great review, nailed it!! We have over 4000 miles on our GTS and couldn't agree more with all of the comments during the film, certainly refreshing to see so much positivity about a fantastic car! IOHO, it is the best car Ferrari makes, simply a brilliant driver's car!!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@nswgb69]

Best review I have seen on the car.

[@Redmi-j4i]

Ferrari, Ben Collins and a great road. The perfect ingridients for a great video. Non bulshit only great information and details. KZbin car review profesionaly done. Great work Ben.

[@adtnj1234]

Some say,.....this is the best KZbin channel about cars. Great video. You could feel the genuine sincerity. Thank you.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@TrackItYT]

Excellent watch Ben. This is the automotive journalism which doesn’t exist anymore. Keep it coming!

[@Brickoliciousness]

Glad to see the numbers starting to go up on this channel. Great production value, and cool content.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Much appreciated!

[@simoncullen7960]

Ben gives us well made , informative and entertaining videos . He is a great driver with keen interest and so much knowledge. He certainly doesn’t need so called guests . Let them do their stuff and give us more of this please 🙏

[@KevinWithers]

Honestly, the detail and the way the drive was described, this deffo isn’t going to do the sales of this model any harm at all 👍👍

[@nathjones77]

this is beautiful commentary. He’s driving that car within the speed limits, but he is so, so cool while commentating the ride. Brilliant stuff.

[@nathjones77]

Did Ben say ^braking and entering^ ? what a phrase!

[@nathjones77]

We were driving my friend’s Ferrari around the roads behind Lago maggiore a few years back. Everything Ben says about the Italians and Ferraris just is so true.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Arcturuseyes]

Ben is making noises you don't hear very often, it must be special

[@perthshirewildfoods8760]

that sound is addictive

[@lpmj2619]

What a story @23:49. Witnessing the beginning of Enzo, and now walking the streets and seeing a 296 GTB, that has to be wild. Good stuff.🙌🏽🙏🏽✌🏽

[@leemoldon]

Another exceptional car vid from Mr collins! New car programme Ben collins Steve Sutcliffe Chris harris And a 5 minute harrys garage segment in the middle Tell me im wrong....actually don't, just make it happen!

[@wallyr.7854]

Ben is DA MAN 👍🏼 As another person already posted, I rather watch a “real” car driver review a car than the thousands of KZbinrs that think they’re car experts because they have lots of money, a big expense car collection and thousands (even millions) of subscribers! Ben is the real deal, “HE” deserves the millions of subscribers!!!!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@wallyr.7854]

@@BenCollinsDrives Your acknowledgment is truly an honor, U Da Man 👊🏼

[@zyoungson215]

This video was absolutely top notch. Mr Stig does a good job out of the white race suit.

[@Swifty270]

Such a well rounded video!! Didn’t really feel like a car review but I know so much about the car and learnt something about the brand I didn’t know

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad it was helpful!

[@flappospammo]

Ben should be a presenter when they look for a sequel to the grand tour , he's got it all Funny , charismatic , intelligent , good looking oh and he can drive a bit too

[@AaronSMcC]

Fantastic video Ben! One of the best reviews I’ve watched in a long time. More videos like this please 🙏

[@BenCollinsDrives]

More to come!

[@stephenfarrell6794]

You know it's gotta be good when Ben starts whooping and hollering!😁

[@lesflynn4455]

Great video Ben. Thanks for sharing it with us. It's the prettiest Ferrari since the 458. The company nailed with this model. It looks beautiful in green too.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks for watching!

[@155andRising]

Having watched Clarkson, Hammond and May say their final farewells Friday , I felt quite melancholy that it was an end to an era for epic car content. Then up steps Mr Ben "OG Stig" Collins who delivers a review worthy of a Sunday night, prime time car TV slot in its own right. Ben, you're the torch bearer now. PS I agree , that Verde is amazing 💚

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Lets get Clarkson on this channwl !! 😜

[@155andRising]

@@BenCollinsDrives Yes ! a Montecarlo and Integrale showdown 🤩

[@ETr4d3]

Love the green color, think it looks great on almost any car. 911, Continental GT, Genesis GV90/G90, Bentoyaga, just a few with this dark green that look amazing.

[@robertoorsi5771]

First of all the correct pronunce is: Major Franchesko Barakka (baracca is worth while barrack in english). In 1916 ther was'nt the Regia Aeronautica (Royal Air Force), but only Regio Esercito (Royal Army). So pilots came from various arms, and Major Francesco Baracca came from the 3rd regiment Savoia Cavalry which had as insigna a black badge with 3 flames. This is because the horse is balck. If he had ccome from another regiment the colour would has been different. For example 4° regiment Genova (Genoa) Cavalry woluld has been yellow with 3 flames. 8°regiment Montebello Lancers would has been green with 3 flames. and so on. The yellow under the horse is because yellow is the colour of the city of Modena since medieval times, and the shape is of course that of a medieval shield. The thre colours green, white and red is the thre colours of the french army modified during General Napoleon Bonaparte invasion of Italy after that he defeated Piedemont Army and Austrian Army in Marengo. So Italy became a satellite country of France. French brought in Italy the Napoleon Civil Code taht was operating till 1942.

[@mattiashalloran]

Great videos, no BS or fake/scripted parts. Well done Ben wish you the best :)

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Much appreciated!

[@MarryjaneStella]

Amazing video and that style of car view is honestly the best one out there with the most experienced record of driving the latest best cars since forever and you shine like the star you are ❤

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Tuberuser187]

That colour is amazing.

[@sem2504]

Amazing video as always......................I was only disspointed you never took the old italian guy for a spin. Would have made his day and some ☹That was a missed opportunity, I feel!!! "There was real passion there"!

[@deltamme82]

Superb car, brilliant production and knowledge and outstanding driving.

[@contsiolis1998]

Fantastic Car, Fantastic Video & Fantastic Driver. TOP NOTCH

In an age of almost too much KZbin car content Ben is managing to navigate and bring great informative content presented at the highest level. Really enjoying his content.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@malcolmpuhawan3695]

Channel popped up on my YT for the first time. Clicked like and subbed immediately even before watching the video 👍

[@origaminefretami3480]

This and the 812 are the best Ferraris of the last 5 years.

[@ryanpitout5180]

Loving the Stigs videos, would love to see a collaboration with Misha on a few famous tracks.

[@ish474]

This might be the first Ferrari that I actually desire since the 458

[@Allgo61]

A green Ferrari? Really? ......GREEN? ......but WOW, how good does it look in that beautiful shade of green. Stunning car, and great vid. Thanks Ben

[@BenCollinsDrives]

“bella machina” i kept hearing in the streets - young and old - they love it ❤

[@enigma1236]

Ben is carrying on the legacy of Clarkson, Hammond and May during their Topgear days now of providing stellar reviews.

[@paulhancock]

Loved this, absolutely excellent job, Ben. Really informative with expert opinion and insight. Give me a proper driver learning to do KZbin rather than a KZbinr trying to be a driver any day. The difference is immense. I must say that's probably the nicest colour I've seen on a 296... Although not keen on the interior also being green. We all know it should be light tan! Tan Daytona seats with metallic green, my goodness. Take my money which I don't have.

[@balzenhazelnut]

Not only are you a phenomenal driver and filmmaker, you're a VERY motivating crew chief in Project CARS!! 💙💙

[@BenCollinsDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@JamesMorgan2]

Excellent video Ben. Love the production and your presenting was spot on. Keep them coming!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks, will do!

[@jimmymiddleton1307]

I've always maintained that if I was ever lucky enough to have the funds to buy and own a Ferrari, it would be in Rosso Corsa, but that green is absolutely beautiful. Great piece as usual Ben. 👌🏼🇦🇺

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks for sharing!

[@francescodamore3393]

La 296 è probabilmente la Ferrari più completa e equilibrata di tutte con una linea sportiva ma non eccessiva , con prestazioni da togliere il fiato veramente incredibile ❤, ma se mi chiedete se è la Ferrari migliore per me è no amo tutte le Ferrari e ognuna è unica a differenza delle altre case tedesche e non, ma come motorizzazione per me il V12 Ferrari è irraggiungibile da chiunque anche da questa meraviglia poi le vecchie Ferrari sono uniche e dal fascino irraggiungibile sarà perché rappresentano una perfezione motoristica e stilistica che non esiste più sarà per quella nostalgia che si ha del passato e di quei tempi meravigliosi che non ci sono più ma per me sono irraggiungibili, anche se amo queste meraviglie moderne che Hanno sempre quel fascino e esclusività che le caratterizza ❤

[@kamks1]

How does this channel only have 200k subscribers? This has to blow up soon! Amazing stuff!

[@jamesdellaneve9005]

Definitely one of my favorite Ferraris. It’s got classic airflow heartening back to the 1960’s.

[@nicopillay4059]

Ferrari knew they had something when they let Alfa develop the V6 for the Quadrifoglio. Lovely, nimble V6 that's a modern step up from the 458 italia without losing the drama and excitement

[@milodemoray]

Thanks for this review Ben. That 296 GTB looks stunning in that green.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

It does!

[@stevecarter5084]

Great video,great car! Thank you for a well shot and presented video 👏👏

[@knighriderredux]

23:47 Must have come in handy learning Italian while doing the power laps in Series 8 of Top Gear.

[@e50teric]

Great production quality! As a collector, I own both the SF90 AF spider and a 296 GTS. While the 296 sounds better and is more nimble, I don't feel it's as special as the SF90. The looks are meh in my opinion, especially when compared to my F8. To my eye, the best angle is the side profile, where the bulging hips are on full display. If it's your only modern Ferrari, the 296 GTS without AF is a wonderful piece. However, with other Ferrari's in my garage, the 296 isn't the one I'm drawn to drive.

[@JimmyTomes]

Wonderfully shot and wonderfully presented. I will say that I don't like the fast forward shots, which is odd because slow motion works great. Thanks!

[@norfolkronin6307]

The delta integral would be enough for me! Love em. Not that into Ferraris except the vintage gto's. But I know a guy who has one of the little new dino's. Boootiful little beast. You certainly do them justice with your videos. Informative and you take us on a nice journey. Bless

[@thejoshbtv]

This sure does manage to capture the essence of Top Gear with the production and editing. Makes me wonder if Ben managed to snag a few people from the crew.

[@rcmakingtracks18]

Brilliant job Ben, very enjoyable. Top job. John

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@iangray7410]

Kudos to the camera car captain ! Nice bit of driving.

[@Jlo-i5j]

What a brilliant review Ben. Great car and great cinematography great commentary Ben. Rather envious of your sub below called Mr Bond 0074 who took delivery of his 296 2 weeks ago. 😃👏👏👏👏👏👏👍👍👍👍👍Well done him 👍👍👏👏

[@dusankocisevic6823]

6:00 angle-shaped side glass, like on Lancia Stratos😎😎🔝🔝🇮🇹🇮🇹

[@stevensumner3146]

And so the old ´Italian Tune-Up’ was giving it the beans to clean out the engine, has now moved to putting it in competition mode giving it the beans to charge up the hybrid battery quicker, great to hear some old school tricks live on 👍

[@alunsworth6792]

Great episode Ben, Ferrari looks mega in green. Nice nod to Miami Vice super. Look forward to the next episode

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks!

[@GeorgeVenturi]

The old guy trying to explain the Stig that he can't park the Ferrari in that spot was very sweet

[@MrGoZiva]

like someone else said this felt a bit like good old top gear ❤

[@Carsaddiction]

Just viewied after several months missing some videos, just gotta say the videos are getting better and better!