Ferrari 296 Challenge at Fiorano Test Track! | Ben Collins Stig

[@justsayin644]

Ben is a natural presenter, he was wasted as the stig

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thank you

[@Pirustae]

No, he wasn't. He made the Stig legendary.

[@AndrewGibson22]

He’s probably been wasted a few times since 🤣 🍻🍾

[@cupidstunt22]

He was The Stig?

[@Mufc_Kenny]

​@@cupidstunt22 one of them with the old Top Gear.

[@TheStorkSR]

Love the 296. Despite all of the "non-Ferrari" comments about its powerplant, every video has it talk the talk and absolutely walk the walk of a brilliantly engineered weapon of a car for a driver to enjoy and that, with that gorgeous body, is everything I want a Ferrari to be. Thanks for letting us ride-along Ben, can't wait to see the Challenge race.

[@philiprowney]

Him and Tiff are 2 peas in a pod. Smart and can drive the wheels off anything. We _all_ know Tiff was an early Stig ;-)

[@denisk886]

i would pick 296 over sf90 or superfast any day

[@danieldickerson4838]

@@denisk886When you have the money to afford a 296, you wouldn’t have to choose lol. I would have BOTH an 812 (likely a comp), and a 296 GTB.

[@denisk886]

​@@danieldickerson4838 812 comp is like 4x 296 price

[@Chris-hw4mq]

@@denisk886 nah sf90 looks better, 296 looks disfigured by the aero bits

[@darrylmoore5847]

This is how it’s done, great video Ben.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Appreciate it!

[@Taylor___]

Crazy how Top Gear had a world class presenter for years hiding in a suit

[@scottemac75]

Im going to get ripped for this but its meant in a positive way. im really hoping you drop the "former stig Ben Collins" thing soon and just be Ben Collins, talented presenter / youtuber and automotive journalist. Yes, the stig was how you became known vut this is a different chapter in your career and im seeing a bright future, no need to keep looking back 🙂

[@Hellblazer46]

Ferrari need some more Ben content... c'mon Raffa... Hook the Stig up with more collabs... Mr. Collins sir, top notch job! Awesome 20 minutes spent. Thanks man.

[@Hellblazer46]

p.s. that Ferrari 296 is just lovely.. want a go!

[@675Films]

Huge props to whoever mic'd, mixed and mastered the in-car audio. Very fun to listen to on good headphones.

[@julesmatthews2178]

You know something I’m really surprised that you’re videos don’t get 1000s more views than they do. There’s no BS with the stig tells you exactly how it is 👌

[@Bruce4lmighty]

Love the steering, gas, brake graphics! Adds so much more to an already fantastically informative narration by Ben. This is as close to actually driving this car as possible without actually driving it. Thanks Ben 👍🏻

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Much appreciated!

[@ronjatter]

The sights. The sounds. The commentary. Loved it! The last lap with pure sound was fantastic too! I think this is your best video yet!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Awesome, thank you!

[@egyptology22]

THE BEST STIG driving a Ferrari. On Ferraris track and he's thanking them. I think they need to thank him

[@spdcrzy]

A full 15 minutes of hardcore track action? YES PLEASE!

[@danielharry1075]

The drone pilot knows his stuff!!

[@davidg3944]

Needs to moonlight in Ukraine! [for the Ukrainians, of course]

[@Bruce4lmighty]

Yes the pilot is seriously talented 👍🏻

[@Spartan720-l3f]

Yeap nearly gets too close at times

[@stefanomarchi3542]

As an Italian, thanks for all these Ferrari contents!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

My pleasure!

[@MrAjjm65]

Such tight lines and perfect apex approaches, no skidding or sliding - a very technically brilliant drive, Ben. Excellent driving commentary too.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thankyou boss - hope you enjoy the Christmas special

[@philw4053]

So i guess this is what separates Ben from us mere mortals. Just so impressive that he can learn a car, end up driving it to its limits and give us sensible commentary all the way. What a star!

[@srinitaaigaura]

Ben should seriously develop this channel and his own show and present on his terms in his style. As the Stig his talents were grossly underutilized and underpaid. He's as good as Chris Harris in presenting and phenomenal at driving

[@craigyirush3492]

One of the best on track videos I’ve watched in ages!

[@depthsounderdave]

Assetto Corsa Competizione really nailed the sound on this one. Uncanny how well it is represented.

[@danieldickerson4838]

ACC’s exhaust/engine notes for most, if not all of its cars is spot on. The best in the business.

[@iulian2548]

Ben is on a roll! Thank you, love your work!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@davidbrown6193]

Ben, you're on another level! This video is so enjoyable, and to see the Ferrari guys thumbs up when you pulled in says it all! Marvellous commentary, too, full of info and impressions. Awesome, and I'm sure your 'working on it' will succeed! Cheers!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks a ton!

[@AMC182xx]

Boom !! Mega Job Ben !! I know it’s a privilege to drive something like this but I’m sure they valued your opinion on the machine because if there is anyone who knows what he’s doing it’s the STIG 🤟

[@TheBestPerk]

That’s a wicked car and some awesome driving skills. So cool to see you working with Ferrari I bet it’s a dream come true

[@TurboGSR96]

From one Ben to another, I enjoy your content, keep up the awesomeness and happy throttling!

[@eichler721]

The 296GTB is such an amazing car and the haters can hate but its winning alot in racing and settings better lap times for the street car then its competition and on top all the journalists love the car.

[@simoncullen7960]

Great drive Ben . Thanks for a really great video .

[@longtime239]

JUST QUALITY SIR👏👏 Only a real Foot Can Feel a Car That Quick. BRAVO SIr 🤙

[@SpyderGuyC8]

The absolute best looking car. I had hoped that the SF90 line would get the latest hybrid tech, and the 296 line would be stripped down lightweight sports car (with a manual - fingers crossed). Maybe someday they'll have a road legal 296XX (since the XX designation doesn't mean anything any more) based on this that can be the lightweight pure sports car that we deserve.

[@ninja12lawbreaker]

I thoroughly enjoyed that, cheers Ben

[@HiFidelity]

Having no hybrid system is the biggest + on this car.

[@nostromo8065]

great video, through I would love to see a full lap thrown in at the end. either way thanks mate, love it

[@benpenagonzales6014]

So a good while ago on a classic Aston Martin vid I commented - really like this roving reporter role for you Ben, and you’ve continued to nail it growing and evolving into quality vids like this. Top work young man!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Many thanks!

[@adamwhite9304]

Loving the Ferrari content :)

[@Tortex88]

Your channel is seriously underrated, Ben. You deserve way more views (which I'm sure will change), awesome job.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

I appreciate that!

[@nimeshdhokia6139]

Some say, when Ben talks, god listens.

[@MrAjjm65]

Better than that, Enzo listens.

[@stevecarter5084]

What a great car,a very insightful review putting us in the driving seat,just technical enough to get an understanding of the technology and overall car performance. Great that you got to drive Ferrari test track and took us with you. Thanks Ben for the adventure 🎉🎉

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching.

[@royjones1962]

Ben, fabulous footage, loving your work 💥💥

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks a ton!

[@dmfd123]

More videos should be like this🙂 So good

[@Mr_kay240]

brilliant video, every second of it-

[@gregsterere]

Absolutely love the racing content! such a capable car, i’m very jealous you get to drive these 😅

[@MitchHowes-t8t]

Absolutely brilliant, another amazing video, really enjoying your videos Ben!!!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks a ton!

[@carlamsden6031]

Amazing video Ben thank you! Loving the content!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Appreciate it!

[@peterdelia1814]

Ben excellent video absolutely love this Car . Will never own one but one can dream. Your videos are fabulous and I could not agree more you should have never been hidden from view . Keep up the great work . BTW throughly enjoyed your videos on your Lancia . What a car. What a brute. Happy New Year.

[@DavidandLegs]

Another brilliant video, great presenting, great camera work, great editing, great car, great location. What more can be said? 🤷🏼‍♂️

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Many thanks!

[@dionoliveira4058]

Thank you Ben. Everything you put your hands to is so exquisitely exposed. Stay blessed

[@BenCollinsDrives]

So nice of you

[@ap4931]

What a great video! Loving the channel!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks so much!

[@lesflynn4455]

Look at Ben in his snazzy Ferrari race suit. Suitable attire for the occasion.

[@sickjohnson]

That V6 sounds like it is putting it all down Ben...did they whisper to you what they jacked it up too? Another banger Ben!

[@urbanstrencan]

Ben another awesome video, you are a natural talent for car presenting 😊❤. This place is just perfect for you, and Ferrari they did proper job making proper racing car ❤

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks so much!

[@SuperNoviceDriver]

This car is so cool and it's fantastic hearing you talk about it . There are bots in the comments please look out for generic ones with women profile pictures that join hours ago and report them.

[@bossboyritchno1685]

So glad your keeping raw driving content alive.. focusing on the car, the sound and driving the sh!t out of it rather than all these other “reaction” style KZbinr videos with a camera pointed at their face while they cruise along 😴 💤

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@MarkMiddletonCR]

Thanks Ben for sharing!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks for watching:)

[@magstheonlyone]

Love the POV shots!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks!

[@ghaithmesselmani528]

That's a really fantastic car! Great video as well!

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks a lot!

[@chuckkfinnley]

enjoyed the full sending....nice to see Ben cut loose n drive

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@clueless4085]

Your presentation skills are excellent, Mr. Collins. Great video, great car.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thank you kindly

[@mrspine4405]

That looks like a ton of fun :)

[@BenCollinsDrives]

It sure was.

[@martinkundih9782]

Had it not been for sound police, your laps time would have shown that you would get a job driving their hyper car in the WC…😝❤️❤️❤️

[@cinthe3]

Ben's grandkids will have the best stories

[@Harrypilez]

Was surprised how Frikadelli was able to pull off that win at the N24 in 2023 in the 296s first year racing, after watching this it now makes a ton of sense

[@richardtaylor2449]

WOW fiorano test track Thanks Ben 😍😎💛

[@BenCollinsDrives]

My pleasure.

[@avmelidor]

Enjoyed this

[@benoitdeclercq9722]

Nice Ben! good content good edit! goodstuff indeed

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@humblepie9373]

Another Epic vlog from the legendary Ben 👍 awesome 👏

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thank you 🙌

[@cathalfolan8441]

@@BenCollinsDrives The access Ferrari are giving you is impressive. I've not noticed any other youtubers going to Fiorano to test all the latest toys. Do you have connections from the Top gear days?

[@barksnbo3625]

Hahhahaha…. I was in the yellow Top banana in Formula F1rst when I raced against you back in 94! Still get gip from the broken wrist from your flying wheel and suspension at Brands hatch! 👌🤣

[@longtime239]

Ben.. Oops, I Mean (STIG) Awesome job on the presentation. Your education of driving and racing transform into a great presentation.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@longtime239]

@BenCollinsDrives Quality Sir! 👏 Thanks for all your years of racing and being humble 🤙

[@RebelDrifter]

Oh yeah!

[@Lordvader330]

Ben is on my top 5 dead or alive dinner guests

[@norfolkronin6307]

As Usual Collins. Great stuff.

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thanks again!

[@breakupgoogle]

I always like the challenge cars

[@KciMachado-hn2do]

Forza Ben Collins! 🐎

[@nathandepasquale9571]

Loving the content Ben 👍👏

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Thank you 🙌

[@TheBernaski]

Brilliant video Ben! Just wonder how was your lap time, even without the perfect setup

[@theorderofeli]

Ferrari like Ben.

[@M.ARSEVEN]

It's a race car, it's a Ferrari, it's on Fiorano what more can one ask for

[@andydonnelly8677]

Wow, love this vid, thanks Ben.😁👍

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for the comment.

[@ashystyle]

12:25 Never ever would I have known that Italy has a noise police. I mean even at the Ferrari test track?? Comon!!

[@IwanVanMerhaege]

Hallelujah 🎉

[@ChasingDifferentAdventures]

Awesome Ben ! //////thanks for sharing your Adventure 👨🏻👍🏻🏎🏎🏁🏁🚩🚩🌲🌲🚀

[@BenCollinsDrives]

My pleasure!

[@gamezenchill]

She's a beauty !

[@alpacaman6256]

Ben is practically half Italian at this point.

[@belkeddashamdi3887]

One of my dreams on KZbin is to watch you in the koenigsegg, that will be tremendous

[@davylad4804]

Another great video but please drop the flash overlays on the video I had 3 epileptic fits in the first 10 minutes

[@ELXABER]

Saw recently a CGT that did 7.12 on the track that shall not be named after putting Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tires it made me wonder what an F40 would pull on this track with new tech tires. It would just be really cool to see the progress of the F series lap times Ferrari has made after removing the tire tech from the equation.

[@Abdoul-z5o]

Thank you ben beautiful to watch ❤

[@BenCollinsDrives]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@nasosnasos8054]

Love

[@Arcturuseyes]

That is a mean looking car,

[@ohheyitskevinc]

A yellow racing car with AC - I can’t help but be reminded of May in the racing Aston Martin Vantage without AC, spraying his bits with deodorant. Looks a lot like the Corvette Z06 (except this goes round corners) :)

[@sorte18]

Ben, how about you set one camera continuously for a whole lap? Any camera will do. Just set it on screen, and leave it alone for a whole lap. You can talk on top, that's fine. The current 3s per camera-angle constant flipping non-stop is too much ADHD. Thanks!

[@jan__itor]

Would be great to see a full uninterrupted push lap. Those cuts to a drone camera every few seconds really break up the immersion. Other than that great video as always!

[@chrisseeley1677]

The fact it DOESN'T have a hybrid system is actually a bonus.....

[@weofnjieofing]

Sounds much better as a combustion only car. They should release this for the streets minus 200kg hybrid junk

[@SpaceAvaliable]

Dont fall for a banana in the tail pipe.

[@gafrers]

Awesome

[@jsleeio]

looks fun. turbo noises!

[@RoyScogin]

Datz one sweet car..

[@-Barracuda-426]

Bellissimo.. CHE FERRO!!!!😄👍🏻💪🏻

[@porschecollector727]

I would buy my first Ferrari if Ferrari offered this non-hybrid version for the street

[@garthboakes2843]

Ben but would you daily the road going version? Or weekend drive it?

[@budthecyborg4575]

0:50 "Plus in every way except..." No Ben, it's just better in every way.