The Ferrari 456 GT - A Luxury Grand Touring Icon

[@kennanrolsen]

Hi everyone! It’s me, Kennan! Thank you all so much for watching my first solo video with the 456! Admittedly, I am still learning how to do this and be less Doug-y and more Kennan-y, but I’m feeling more comfortable each time, and I very much appreciate the support. I’ll stay focused on the “facts and figures” as opposed to the “quirks and features,” and I hope you all enjoy nerding out with me over cool cars, exactly like this 456, here on the Cars & Bids channel!

[@BigScienceDP]

Good job, were looking forward to it! And I for one don't mind both, whatever makes you happy to review - go for it and see how it goes. Just be genuine, take some risks/try things out and keep what you like. At the end of the day, have fun with it. I think this video will be interesting to go back to a year from now.

[@MartinJones123]

Hi Kennan, great job and yes, I think you'll be better to watch once you develop your own style of reviewing videos... Were you the one who reviewed the E39 M5 on the Cars and Bids channel a while ago?

[@epsilontiger]

Good to see you doing reviews on you own. It was a resonable step because Doug's reviews kinda have their perfect formula already and adding someone doesn't work out, at least that's what I felt and apparently many other viewers as well. Now it's just a matter of growing into it as Doug says and finding your own style as most people in the comments say. Nice work btw!

[@Iceman12388888888]

Kennan you are great!

[@abdullahamir351]

Great job on this one Kennen. We need to see you drive more cars. Loved the way you explained how the car felt while driving.

[@agamemnom]

kennan did better on this than he has done on previous reviews when he was on screen with doug imo, not focusing on quirks and features too much and bringing in more history and mechanicals is a good move for kennan i think, he does have a teacher vibe

[@silentgamer666]

The focus on the quirks and features is what I liked. The focus on history and mechanical is like the other channels out there.

[@jonahrosen6173]

@@silentgamer666 That's why Doug will continue to do videos on quirks and features, while Kennan will cover other aspects of cars that Doug doesn't always cover with the same depth.

[@bwofficial1776]

Agreed. When he's with Doug he sounds like he's trying to be Doug. I'd like to see him develop his on-screen personality more.

[@56MightyMike]

I agree - Kennan did better. But there does seem to be some “Dougisms” he uses. If we have to have people other than Doug, then absolutely, they need to be themself & not pretend to be Doug.

[@seanpittacora9668]

Brings me back to E39 Source videos. Some of my early KZbin days were looking up BMW DIY’s and I ran into those guys. Cool to see Kennan working with Doug now!

[@99toyotacorolla]

Give Kennan a few more months to be more comfortable with doing these and he'll be able to form his own style and personality. Great job on this one.

[@apocalypse487]

Seriously. They should go back and see Doug's first awkward videos.

[@99toyotacorolla]

@@apocalypse487 that's true. considering that, Kennan is off to a good start establishing his own style. I'd say if Kennan will stay with us here, it'd be better if he'll do his own reviews instead of looking like Doug's sidekick

[@yepyepyepyep4602]

he's got three episodes to make it happen, pressure is on! ;)

[@birdseyeview1543]

I like Kennan's more technical / historic take on cars like this. Well done sir!

[@briankannady6469]

This video is the first review video with Kennan where he really shines. When he was discussing the driving, he seemed to be himself rather than trying to be Doug, and it was very good. The review part was better than he has been when he was with Doug, but he still seems to be trying to be Doug rather than just being himself. I think as he gets more comfortable and finds his style on the reviews, he will continue to get better and better at this

[@MikeS42069]

Give him time and Kennan will develop his own style and be an amazing addition to team Doug. Looking forward to more videos!

[@arodavenue]

yes kennans's mom❤

[@M2athletics]

​@Auschwitz Soccer Ref. You clearly are not aware of how Doug got famous. Weird, quirky guys revewing cars and being made fun of in the comments is clearly a formula that works

[@zanfingust]

Yeah I think the biggest "issue" right now is that he's trying to act like Doug. Otherwise, I really like the geeky mechanical and tech stuff that Doug himself doesn't get into. I also like it better when he's doing it solo. Doug and Kennan reviews were kinda awkward.

[@thespinachreport7419]

He'll never have his own style because he's intentionally trying to act like Doug. I agree (like everyone else) that if he was himself this would be fine. It would be like if you watched Donut Media and everyone they hired tried to imitate James Pumphrey.

[@mrkremps1898]

@@thespinachreport7419 It's a good starting point to adapt to an established audience. Doug has a formula which he can work from and tweak, so while they may remain similar (which is good, IMO) I don't think it's fair to say he'll never come into his own.

[@DFWsCars]

Always felt these were one of the more underrated Ferraris. V12 with RWD- great combo.

[@DFWsCars]

1 year later I got one

[@k-47]

forgot this channel existed

[@mvanalst2003]

Now that we know Kennan will not be replacing Doug, we can rest at ease and actually enjoy Kennan’s content on the channels. Great job, Kennan! Looking forward to much more.

[@-Sean_]

​@AuschwitzSoccerRef.A true fan would trust Doug. Doug has been working hard to bring us good content, he deserves a break. You're a sad person and I hope you can improve your mindset

[@dumbodum]

@@-Sean_ given his username you understand what kind of person that is

[@-Sean_]

@@dumbodum yea you're right. Now I feel like your username lol

[@FranciscoDiaz-vf7mc]

@Auschwitz Soccer Ref. He literally said that he is STILL making two videos every single week (Tues and Thurs) that are going to be solo reviews. Nothing about that has changed. He’s literally just making MORE content for the people who are interested / want to watch. If you don’t like it then just don’t watch those videos.

[@MotownModels]

@AuschwitzSoccerRef.go back and watch the video you're talking about. Doug will still have 2 videos of just him per week like he always has.

[@coreylee9504]

Kennan’s style and persona came through when he started driving. Kinda saw a little bit of what Doug was getting at when he said Kennan is much more lively than what we’ve seen on camera. Looking forward to seeing him develop a different style of his own.

[@ricercr44]

100%. The way he spoke while driving is the way he should talk throughout the review. No need to try to sound a certain way, just sound like yourself.

[@LawrenceMarkFearon]

This was one of my favorite cars being reviewed properly. I lusted after this car something special in the '90's as a modern manual front engine V12. It was like Ferrari made an Italian BMW 850CSi. This 456 engine song sounded like ripped silk; so smooth and succulent. The custom luggage for it was even emblazoned with "456" labelled hardware, wow. The fact you were able to teach me something is a testament to your expertise as a true Ferraristi amongst the cognoscenti.

[@banjemine4150]

‘The Car Guys’ did an extended review of the 456 GT. You should check it out buddy. I tried to attach the link to their KZbin video, but mysteriously my comment got deleted (twice).

[@detonator2112]

BMW 850 is a good comparison. Also Porsche 928 GTS and maybe Jaguar XKR too.

[@neilhurt1992]

Wonderful vid my man. Chopped in my F355 for one of these back in 2021 because I wanted to own a front-engined Ferrari V12 before I shuffled off my mortal coil (Monty Python !) Superb car! Even my wife 'liked' it ( comfortable electrically adjustable seats, aircon that worked!) Took it on several trips in the UK and had a blast! Sold it last year for a (small) profit but no regrets. Still got my old 1996 911 and an even older 1986 BMW 635CSi to blast around the pot-holed UK roads. Cheers from a quite chilly Otford, Kent, UK.

[@dftns19]

I was never wild about the 456 but this one on these wheels is definitely doing it for me. Great job, Kennan!

[@scrubplaceholder6216]

Good luck with the channel update! I totally trust you guys in taking the content in a new and exiting direction!

[@billigerfusel]

I was surprised how good this was. Keenan alone is doing much better than in the previous videos where he just chimed in for a few seconds.

[@_ftlty8361]

I didn't get the hate on Kennan in Doug's videos' dislikes. True car guy, with wide knowledge, enjoyable presenting style and relatable views. Looking forward to the future solo and collab reviews.

[@Adamyup32]

I do like the teacher vibes he gives off. If you’ve watched junkyard gold on motortrend with Steve just super encyclopedic on everything. I did enjoy this very much

[@just_justin_11]

This style works really well. Him being on his own and having his own style makes it so much better than trying to fit him into Doug's very distinct style

[@cullenzimprich930]

keep up the great work Kennan!!

[@mathiaswinge7439]

We need “the Ken score”!

[@sethbot5]

Maybe Kennan should try using THAAAT instead of THIISS In the intro haha. Very good vid!

[@snackwrap2616]

HEEREEEE is a ...

[@hassansaeed3053]

@@snackwrap2616 THERE!!!!

[@polarlicht4758]

Or just say something normal instead of Dougs THISSSSS™ just say This.

[@Notorious40z]

Kennan the type of guy to be Doug’s son who stepped into a time machine and came back to 2023 to review cars.

[@luizarthurbrito]

This car is just so unbelievably gorgeous, it makes me smile! I remember I had a toy model of the 456 and it was my favourite. I've always liked the rear design. Btw I don't care you kinda mimicked doug a bit, I would've probably done the same. In no time you'll develop your own style organically.

[@lt.lightyear7488]

Great to see Kennan bringing his expertise to the channel. I liked the first solo-video and am looking forward to more.

[@carefullin]

Good job Kennan good job, you re freaking awesome bro!

[@figmo7494]

Kennan, you’re doing good man, looking forward to seeing more of you.

[@MrBeanTroll]

Getting really strong Alex on Autos vibes but for an older car and I mean that as a compliment. Love this more technical/historical vibe. It's a great compliment to how Doug's videos flow.

[@MagundyZol]

Glad to see an upload here again! Missing the “Market Update” videos!!

[@JaneCobbsHat]

Great review of a criminally underrated car. Love that you spend more time driving it.

[@thedub007]

Great video, Kennan is great when he's by himself, nice job brother!

[@torygrima]

Ok ngl, kennen by himself is actually quite charismatic and easy to watch! Maybe its just that dougs original format doesn't really lend itself to multiple hosts at once. But i love this! Keep it up

[@paulbrosnan4339]

I can see already that Ken is getting more comfortable behind the camera. Combined with his expert level of knowledge of cars I think that this is a prize winning combo.

[@washingtonzoom2618]

this was really well done. don't feel pressured to be a large personality. an expert can be understated and listened to. The quality is in the knowledge, and the engagement is in the expertise. Really well done Kennan.

[@aamj50]

I like Kennan in this role a lot! Doug is a little jaded for these types of vids. It's fun to see someone who hasn't driven everything talking about what would be a dream car for most people.

[@Charlie-Charlot]

I’ve always loved the 456, such a good looking car. Really digging these Kennan videos, well done !

[@karenmidlo8296]

Awesome job Kennan. Your passion shines though loud and clear!! Great information.

[@Mjohn0316]

Great job Kennan! You were in your element here with the Ferrari.

[@perjohannessen3360]

Kennan did a phenomenal job, his knowledge is amazing and he has his way of presenting the facts. Good Job Kennan can’t wait for more videos like this! This channel will soon be a serious competitor to the Doug Demuro channel!

[@willblake72]

I'm down for some more history and depth with cars like this. Good addition to the channel.

[@scottsayers2929]

I started watching Dougs videos when he had the 360. And haven't missed a video ever since. Great job ! You're not doug but I'll give you a B+. You did great

[@Crazydunkindude]

Solid video Kennan. Looking more composed and confident! Loved your insight into history and technology of this beautiful 456. I'd say the next step is to bring more of your character and style into these videos. Can't help but feel that Doug's formula is being retreated and we want to get to know YOU as a person and as a car enthusiast.

[@vakis456]

hey Kennan, good luck on your first solo video. You stared with the best car! So beautiful and so elegant! 456GT is the reason I like cars! First time I saw her in a magazine's cover in the 90s (it was an Auto motor und Sport - Greek edition) I was amazed! Good way to start your thing!

[@obsessedwithguitars3157]

This is honestly my ultimate dream vehicle (I have no illusions about ever affording a 612 Scaglietti with a manual). Ferrari V12 with a manual and rear seats, but flies under the radar with the understated styling in a muted color. It's a Ferrari for someone who wants a more personal experience.

[@Ohsnapboi]

Very informative, nicely done!

[@mark4632]

W vid from Kennan, keep em coming and keep developing your own style in front of the camera

[@mistermonday1994]

Well Ken's outfit is on point at least.

[@Patrick76496]

The 456 and the 550 are still the very best looking Ferraris ever made to this day IMO. One of them will always have a place on my top 10 dream car list, cannot forget them since 1998's NFS3:HP.

[@xcl_godsend_822]

Initially, when Doug would review cars such as this, I would be less likely to watch the videos. With Kennan here, I was intrigued because of the technical specifications and the way he speaks about things Doug won't. Absolutely loving this, and can't wait to see more, and see him come out from the half Doug persona and do his own thing while retaining a bit of the structure of Dougs vids. Absolutely amazing job man!

[@drifblimmin]

Great job, Kennan!! Love these cars. Always thought they were under-appreciated

[@JackAttack1995]

Perfect - I’m sold on Kennen and can’t wait to watch all his videos. I love the history and detail

[@generaljack8488]

Fantastic review kennan. Really glad to have you on the channel!

[@mrshelfsong]

Kennan could be the ying to Doug's yang. I am liking this. Go Kennan !

[@evilf23]

You got some big shoes to fill. Tough gig subbing in for Doug. I like how you focus on your strengths and nerd out on the engineering as that's what i've always felt was lacking from Doug. Great Guy, never met him.

[@07DEADFISH]

Wow! I loved Kennan's take on Doug's tried and tested formula of a car review. More history details, more technical geeky staff - incredible. Also the general review is exactly as you'd want it to be - thorough, precise and honest. Also, imagine Kennan become THE Ferrari guy on the channel... delightful!

[@anthonycoley7242]

Excellent review Kennan!

[@toddlove9423]

Great first solo review, Kennan. I’ve been following you for a number of years starting with E39 Source. Congrats on where you are now, and best wishes going forward.

[@hunorsinka470]

I'm very happy to have more content :) You do great, Kennan! Good job.

[@EddieRicks-i8v]

I almost got this car but it was automatic 😊 if I had the cake now I would totally grab it 😊

[@billminkowitz3710]

Good to see Keenan keeping up the tradition of the double tshirt.

[@vapor4den]

Great video ! I like all the facts about the engine and the car itself, you go deeper than most.

[@vapor4den]

But dont use the tempo of your voice like doug its weird lol I dont know if you try hard to do it or you just his lost son ?

[@JazzmansHardware]

Good luck Kennan!

[@RosieDall8]

I absolutely enjoyed watching this 456GT tour. Kennan, you have a wonderful, energetically light disposition and easy-going manner of holding yourself. You were so incredibly informative, I also cracked up when you said “and now your rear passengers can ALSO enjoy a smoke”😂at 8:33, and at 9:28 “you can still get to the truck". Totally smiling this entire video... Also I dig the engine roar on this baby.

[@dawsonjohannes613]

I was skeptical not seeing Doug, but wow am I impressed with how natural the on-screen presence is. Great review!

[@kanojo1969]

Love this, Kennan. well done. Please please please record the sound from the exhaust *when the car is accelerating and decelerating under load*. Just stick a wireless camera back there and have it record your whole drive. Then you'll have awseome-sounding engine noise instead of the empty threats of an engine being revved in neutral. Please.

[@TheRedRocket]

I want one! Just like Kennan, I get a little tired of the attention driving a red, mid-engine Ferrari brings (good and bad).

[@carsandbids]

This is a great option for flying under the radar.

[@kalefajita2722]

Quality content, good history, and a new face! Well done, Kennan!

[@Blu.mp3]

I like what Doug is doing with the 2 channels. And Kennan is getting more comfortable in front of the camera. I here for the new era of Doug and Cars & Bids 👌🏾🔥

[@leonardofink4236]

Best Kennan video so far! Keep it up!

[@yungsagegaming8577]

Kennan making me want one of these cars, I've only heard of this car in passing and now to know more about it, I truly want it

[@halsed]

Does feel like it's Kennan doing a Doug impersonation mannerisms and cadence wise. Hopefully he finds his own Kennan groove over time. We're here for you Kennan - just keep doing you!

[@janfoustka3780]

LOVE Kennan's commentary while he is driving! Other parts of the video are great too! Keep it up! :)

[@AvussonSC]

Kennan is the kind of guy to ignore the quirks and features and focus on the facts and figures

[@tyler77776]

Doug the type of guy to expect us to give his friends a fair chance. These videos are great! Keep them coming

[@Capsulario_co]

Well done Kennan. My only advice is, find your own voice/style. I know that you already have a big influence with Doug’s style, but I would like to see you as loose in the walk around of the car as you seemed to be on the driving section. Practice makes perfect, keep going

[@carsandbids]

This was Kennan's first solo review after his Doug team reviews. He starts finding his own of focusing on facts and figures in a few videos.

[@Navisworker]

Consider Toastmasters

[@mj989_]

Kennan, my man, stop copying Doug lol. Don’t do the “THIS”, don’t say “Caaars and Biiids” like Doug does, don’t copy Doug’s speaking cadences and mannerisms. We don’t want a knockoff Doug, we want an original Kennan. Pretend like you’ve never seen a Doug review and review the car how you’d do it. You got this bro!

[@AppleSlipper]

Yes! Good to have Kennan doing his own videos on cars! He'll grow more comfortable with his role, I'm sure of it!

[@JackieLanceTenor]

Normally I would think modifying a Ferrari would be a cardinal sin, but in this case I think it looks so much better with the additional red part of the tail lights painted.

[@housydoing]

Nice job Kennan. Love these models.

[@llamaunleashed1127]

Kennan is an awesome addition based on the information and detail given on this car. However, considering the age of this car, I have noticed some active aero in the rear bumper upon startup. Please tell me more about this, as I struggle to find more information on this.

[@MDQDZINE]

A simple Google search of: Ferrari 456 active areo pulls up everything you need to know about it.

[@collegegymgains1012]

Yeah, this was great. I especially liked the part where he talked about the car when he was driving it. He added a really technical side to the driving experience of the vehicle that we're not used to from Doug, and dove into what ownership of the car would be like. That part also just felt more natural for him to talk about.

[@garage779]

Kennan, you totally got your own voice and manner. Looking forward to seeing more of it. Thanks for a great vid.

[@bassemb]

Still one of the prettiest Ferraris in my opinion. I don't know if most people agree.

[@mikeritchie492]

The channel is alive great video. Such a quirky but yet amazing car.

[@jackha9826]

This was a very good review. Enjoyed it as much as a doug review. Kennan, you have a real future on this channel!

[@georgimihalkov4781]

I remember Kennan from years ago when he was making videos about his E39 525i on the E39Source channel, so I'm very happy to see him becoming more successful. I hope to see more from him, that was a very good review!

[@frankierodriguez8661]

GO KENNAN!! absolutely a great review dude, Welcome to the gang!!

[@jairofilho4543]

Kennan did great reviewing this.

[@AndrewChinco]

Good job Kennan! I enjoyed watching you talk about one of my favourite obtainable Ferraris

[@Navisworker]

Doug was right, I am going to like Kennan's reviews. I hope he does a video like this about the 2006 E90 330xi. I think its the oddball car in the E90 line up. Made for only 1 year and maybe the last of the powerful and naturally aspirated BMW N52 engines.

[@ko4kin]

love this format!

[@PrioCaptSend]

5:22 Was that active aero that I see on the rear diffuser?! Why was it not mentioned? 😮

[@R..L..X]

loved the video! great energy and screen presence. also, I'll be bidding for that Ferrari. GTs are awesome !

[@channeljared]

Looking forward to your content, Kennan! Don't listen to these kids in KZbin comments - they could never do or be what you are, and what you are is a great presenter in the making. Be yourself and I'll continue to watch and support as you get settled as the lead presenter here!

[@ScreamsPenguin]

This has been the best Kennan car review style performance yet! Also lol at the double shirt homage.

[@JeffMirek]

Well done. The steering certainly is/was over assisted on these vs the FHP 550 models. Good observation ! The available MSW Steering ECU solved that for my late 2003M GTA.

[@rgarrard24]

Great review! I like the more historical and tech specific approach. Keep it up Kennan!

[@proper_miles]

I think people are too critical of Kennan for not “having his own style.” In this video, when he laughs about the quirky stuff, I don’t see it as imitating Doug. Instead, I see it as him being Doug’s best friend who also thinks these quirks are chuckle worthy (because they are). We all have grown to love Doug, but someone else covering “quirks and features” isn’t a big deal. I think much of Doug’s magic is in the subject matter, the timing, the pacing, etc. Of course Doug’s personality and genuine love of oddball calls is great, but I think so much of the recipe to Doug’s videos can be recreated by someone else - and who better than his best friend? I think this video was great.

[@westonwin7783]

I've been waiting for a 456 review, thanks Kennan!

[@anthonykingjr4475]

I think doug giving his best friend a platform to talk about cars that are in his specific wheelhouse is a perfect match and very doug😁😁

[@FunAhead_TV_Official]

Great job, Kennan! Well presented and very informative. I dig the tweaked format and your focus on the history, specs, reasons for styling aspects, etc. Keep it up!!