The Lotus Elise Is Reliable, Cool, and a Fantastic Bargain

[@hiptran8907]

doug is the type of guy who would expect us to give his friend a chance

[@AhmedMJ97]

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@TheV8Pumpkin]

Savage 💀

[@GarbanzoBeansFan]

cold..damn! 😂

[@sorokolu]

Doug is kind of guy who does not listen to his viewers.

[@hassansaeed3053]

damn yo 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@MotownModels]

I don't think the addition of more personalities in the Dougverse is a bad thing, but when it comes to car reviews like this I prefer when Doug alone does them.

[@shoukosvision5847]

I know. thats literally the reason im watching Dougs Channel he does car reviews like no other and to me personally I don’t think Kennen isn’t a good fit. But I don’t blame Doug for retiring he has a family but when that time comes I don’t think ill watch this channel. 😢😞

[@theman4884]

I don't get the need for Kennan.

[@TheV8Pumpkin]

@@theman4884 nobody does. Hes just a dry generic dude in reviews, and kind of douchy in his other list style videos

[@tctarheelfarmin358]

​@Shouko’s Vision why do you think he's retiring? He has a contract w the firm that bought cars and bids from him stating he has to continue to make vids for the site. Did he announce retirement?

[@titicaca.]

@@TheV8Pumpkin wow way to be rude lol, theyre just having fun banter in their list/opinions videos, I dont see how he comes across as douchy

[@Ryan-mg7pd]

Talk/debate videos with Kennan are great, we love those. But reviews are best when it’s just Doug

[@dasapples]

In my opinion the talk/debate videos are just cluster. I watch Doug for the videos of Doug doing car reviews. I don’t wanna watch him use time to make those vids when we’re all watching so Doug can review a car

[@Kacpa2]

@@dasapples It doesnt affect you fool. Some people like the discussion ones.

[@dasapples]

@@Kacpa2 the vast majority don’t, and you can tell from the amount of views they get. Also, what’s up with the hostility 😂 I’m just saying my opinion. You’ll have to do more than call me a fool if you wanna back up your argument

[@Kacpa2]

@@dasapples It doesnt take away any time from him reviewing cars. He does those on his off time in his garage. I get that you dont like Kennan in the reviews, but it doesnt mean other videos with him have to cease to exist just because you fancy it so.

[@dasapples]

@@Kacpa2I’m NOT the only one who sees them as filler or as Doug diluting his content. I’m DEFINITELY not the first person to say that his videos with other people are not why we subscribed. Maybe put it on a second channel so he doesn’t tank this one by uploading videos that don’t perform well when compared to his usual content or something, but when I get a notification for this channel, I don’t want to be excited for a cool car just to find out that it’s just a short of him talking with some random person with zero context about why they regret buying whatever car

[@caydcrow5161]

I’m not gonna lie…I didn’t know how much I liked Doug’s voice and delivey until someone else gave it a shot. Love you Doug!!!!

[@steveboyle6891]

Yep, it's just not the same when someone else does it. Doug has become the master of car reviews

[@jc_47]

Remember "More Doug DeMuro"? Yeah that's entirely gone, he renamed it to "Cars & Bids" now because the actual Cars & Bids channel isn't gaining more subscribers. This might be the end of the golden Doug era, it's time for me to switch to Throttle House and Savagegeese I guess...

[@caydcrow5161]

@@jc_47 Throttle House has become my #1 go to

[@solar901]

@@jc_47 views on his videos aren't what they used to be either.

[@tempturerush1987]

Seen this many times everytime theses guys get big as menig bing bought and paid for they change but to each their own im here for the cars

[@hilfdsgfuiw]

IMO one of the best looking cars ever. Such a balanced design, nothing that sticks out

[@Kroov.]

In all respect to Kennan, Doug's reviews by himself are way better. I also feel that doug should use other co-hosts on his reviews with other people including Kennan.

[@JCintheBCC]

We've had just Doug for 10 (?) years, so we're used to that. But more to the point, Doug has had just Doug for 10 years. He has a rhythm and presentation style based on a decade of presentations. I think it's going to take Doug some time to figure out how to integrate a second reviewer into his format.

[@jeremiahmorosier305]

something different though.

[@musclereviews8024]

Personally I love the change of pace and I like the new person added, he's knowledgeable and has the same humor Doug has

[@TORQUENDB]

It doesn't help that Kennan sounds like he's trying to imitate Doug's way of speaking. But he doesn't have the natural energy Doug has and it just comes across as fake to me. Doug's enthusiasm is infectious, Kennan's isn't.

[@HomelessAdventuresHD]

Yes thank you! I hate Keenan reviews

[@davidp2888]

I've been watching Doug's channel(s) for years and I love his style. I appreciate how he wants to keep things fresh and change stuff up, I just don't know if adding Kennan to the mix is the right move. Doug doesn't have to focus so much on C&B now, he has his filming process down to a science and aside from an occasional "guest" like Hoovie or Kennan, I wish Doug would do the reviews solo.

[@JJ_5289]

I agree with you. I don't have a problem with him making changes and adding a new host, but a new host should have their own personality and try to do something a little different. Kennan seems knowledgeable but its like he's just reading the script and trying to imitate doug. It's not easy to seem as comfortable in front of the camera as doug is

[@boxoffisa]

I think adding up to the team is good. He just need to hire the right team. He need to add someone talented who can match his energy and humor in a different way from what he does, but in same direction.

[@jharback]

It seems to me that Kennan was a "friend hire" which seldom works out well.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@boxoffisa Bo Xoffisa, for me the 2005 Elise is 16kgs heavier than 1996 Elise despite it is 10bhp more.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@jharback yep. More like semi friendly hired guy.

[@hellofranky99]

Doug, please continue to do the reviews by yourself. You can delegate other things such as general car history and other interesting tidbits in separate videos to new additions to your channel. We have come to love your voice and delivery, which are unique and can't be replicated or duplicated. Unless you got Jay Leno to review cars for you.

[@drunkenhobo8020]

I think the discussion whilst driving in the car works fine, but getting other people to do the review bit just doesn't work. Kennan doesn't have the charisma that Doug does.

[@NicoEvaluates]

We subscribed for two things. Cars and Doug. I skip episodes with other people entirely, luckily you can easily see it in the thumbnail. Nothing against this person, but he's not the reason we're here.

[@marcus_w0]

Well... He sold a considerable part of his company - and this included this youtube channel. So, why have the same amount of work with less of the revenues? I'd make it the same way.

[@hellofranky99]

@@marcus_w0 did the sale also include the KZbin channel? I thought it was only cars and bids? If this is what Doug is doing as a result of the sale, then he basically cashed out and this channel will die a slow death. Don't blame Doug because he has definitely earned it. But Doug is the reason we are fans. Less Doug means fewer fans. There are dozens of other car review channels that the fans can disburse to.

[@jfresh2054]

Ehh, his voice is rather annoying

[@dutchpickle0]

Doug is so humble he doesn't even mention owning an Elise himself until 7:07, simply as a side note to reference a use for a little shelf.

[@HeyBigChriss]

Doug, we love having your friends on videos. However, when it comes to reviews, myself and most others prefer for it to just be you!

[@adook55]

You and all the other subscribers 😂

[@hitthefloorlpu2003]

You really think he will actually listen to his viewers he keeps re reviewing cars that he already did just because they are on cars and bids I hate when he brings others in his car reviews I just want him which is what I subscribed for

[@artrosco1973]

No we don't love having him.....

[@newbiedebater]

I actually like him getting other people involved in it.

[@Prodriver33]

But he wants to retire.

[@drhanifp]

Doug we watch your channel because of you the same way as we watch top gear because of clarkson, may and hammond or jay leno's garage because of jay leno.

[@shoukosvision5847]

Wow you took the words right out of my mouth. But yeah the channel will Not be the same anymore sadly 😞. I literally am watching it because of Doug he is an incredible car reviewer and so unique. So I don’t think ill will watch it anymore.

[@TomO-nx1bd]

Yeah, and now with Doug and Kennen together, we'll need to compare Doug's channel to other duo review channels like Throttle House. And believe me, there is no comparison to Throttle House, Throttle House is stratospherically better in terms of production quality and chemistry

[@jharback]

Yeah, the second banana seems pretty boring.

[@chickenfishhybrid44]

​@@TomO-nx1bd ​ it's quite good. That said, the whole Brit, Canadian/American shtick has already started to wear on me and i haven't watched all that much of them.

[@Blue_m3]

Couldn’t have said it better

[@johnmckiernan1177]

Doug we love you, but we just love you…

[@imrytebeehyneu]

Yeah doug, ONLY YOU

[@Vastafari34]

That is a very nice way to put it, I really dislike the episodes he does with the dude from Hoovies Garage or w/e it's called.

[@gustavoraffo489]

They are best friends, wouldn't you love working your dream job with best friends coworker? Besides, Kennan does his parts well, no stuttering, they have chemistry

[@joshquarter3097]

I see this bitchy comment under every video now.

[@chartreux1532]

I don't get all the Complaining and Conspiracy Theories in recent Doug Videos Comments Sections about how Doug having his Friend on sometimes meaning that he plans to stop reviewing Cars. People are really ridiculous sometimes and para-social. It's Dougs Content, he does what he wants and enjoys doing, we get that Content for free, there really is no Reason to demand any Changes from Doug, nor Explanations. Prost & Cheers from the Bavarian Alps

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

Bring back the solo reviews Doug!!

[@StreamerBTW99]

You say that like he didn't just do one yesterday

[@doggedlydetermined7022]

@@StreamerBTW99exclusively solo reviews

[@oculus3141]

Who cares it’s fine

[@OMG_No_Way]

100%

[@vitalynz]

Solo Kennan would be fine too

[@ElisaArtioli]

Thank you Doug for telling my story and the one of my grandfather Romano Artioli ❤

[@BTDrgonzo]

Another interesting feature/note: the power windows were a part of the touring package BUT they weigh LESS than the manual window mechanisms. When Lotus was asked why this was they said it's because we didn't design the manual windows. Also, not all 05's have the sticker "LOTUS" on the rear, mine is an early 05 and it has an actual Lotus Emblem. And lastly you can't get these for $35K anymore unless they have a salvaged title.

[@taylorgang2237]

It’s more like 45k-50k now I think for good versions

[@ferrarienzo5252]

The lotus emblem is not factory, someone added that

[@paulricketts1089]

....your "Lotus" emblem on the back is "European Badging". My '06 has it because it was ordered that way from the factory.

[@BTDrgonzo]

@@paulricketts1089 I did not know that, thanks man!

[@ThorOdinson-zc2kq]

Someone spent a lot of money on this Elise swapping all the plastic to carbon fiber. About 3k on the interior alone. They also replaced the factory muffler with a boe quarter stick. But left the cat in place lol Rookie move. My 06 exige has sticker lotus badges factory

[@benderbotx]

For anyone whoe doesn't have the dislike plugin enabled, this video currently has 2.4k likes and 1.8k dislikes. Clearly, people are unhappy with this addition to the reviews

[@AhmedMJ97]

Thats the best thing we as audience can do. If Doug doesn’t listen to us in the comments then he def needs to see this in numbers as in the Dislike👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@AstonMartin427]

Notice this video, in only 9 hours since airing, only got 89k views? That’s probably the lowest ever viewership for him on a single video and his audience is speaking through these comments.

[@rickc303]

That's awesome! I'm glad the dislike for this nonsense is so strong Btw where can one get the aforementioned dislike enable plugin?

[@devin2156]

I feel bad for Kennan because he is getting killed in the comments but it’s really nothing against him. Doug’s style just works best alone and for him.

[@pk4459]

Clearly Doug has the madd cheddar now after the sale of C&B not to care if we are not happy with this unfortunate collaboration format.

[@FifyKaqiqiPain]

*Doug is the type of guy not to show us how he managed to squeeze into the Lotus Elise*

[@DiaperSNiFFER]

😂

[@scottcurl8824]

I can’t watch kennen

[@pex_the_unalivedrunk6785]

They should have shown them both squeezing in together, that must've been an ordeal. 🤣😂. "Oof, ahh, Oooh, Uff, Ow, my Butt!" Giving it a 3 in comfort was generous.

[@segufix]

i'm 6"4 and not super skinny and i can squeeze into an exige ok. you dont have spare room around you and have to crawl out on all fours, but it's not too bad when you're in

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@scottcurl8824 Kennen for me is 50/50 guy.

[@TheSpudnation]

Doug is definitely retiring and setting up this guy as his replacement

[@DX88]

Well then I'll be leaving, and I think with me are many others.

[@TheSpudnation]

@@DX88 same mate ngl

[@TonyStark-wr7ob]

He's def not retiring. 😂😂 KZbin=💰

[@BoldBrandFlakes]

@@TonyStark-wr7obhe has Cars & Bids to manage so I wouldn’t be surprised if he left KZbin to put someone else as the host

[@Martin-kc1xj]

He's done a podcast recently where it was talking about how he's alone while most are a duo, and I think he just wants to do collabs and enjoy the process more. The channel is literally his name, I don't think he can leave.

[@mrdeckard1076]

We love you Doug … no hard feelings, but your fans prefer your reviews to be alone. You don’t need any other people or help.

[@THRASHDEATH]

I have a 6 spd 2zz almost 200k, outside for 19 CANADIAN WINTERS and she still lift and going stong. Amazing underrated engine.

[@JALC-x]

so much for reviewing stock cars, i was really hoping these reviews wouldn't just become a sales pitch for cars and bids auctions

[@ssjgeon]

It's basically stock.

[@JackBeckman]

@@ssjgeon Other than the wing, the diffuser, and the suspension...

[@gdevansh]

Exactly

[@rickc303]

Yup, just to push C[ocks]&B[alls]

[@cenciende9401]

Nothing's changed, so keep hoping I guess

[@crocsrus3118]

Doug is the type of guy to build a KZbin channel to 4.66 million subscribers based solely off his goofy personality, and then add someone else out of the blue.

[@volvo09]

He's probably not going to review cars forever.... He's got Cars&Bids and I bet he's going to slow down on doing reviews. Better to have someone else than none at all.

[@scottydc]

@@volvo09 then Ill just move to a different channel. I come here for Doug so if he retires, so does this channel

[@spydersniiper]

F'real! ha. Savage Geese has been my go-to lately. Thatll be my switch if this clown takes over!

[@Jdaminbf4]

@@scottydc savagegeese

[@jacobcarroll497]

@@scottydc Exactly, I came for the car reviews, I stayed for doug, no one can do it like him.

[@shkm]

my conspiracy theory is that doug created cars and bids for the solely purpose of getting cool and rare cars to review 😂

[@treisiiiii]

actually you theory is half truth

[@MarcoVenustus]

it's really a genius move 😂

[@IMGDirect]

Ok you flat earther 🤣🤣🤣jk jk

[@drunkpolack7612]

And in turn cars he reviews go for more money on cars and bids lol

[@TheDomeHepot010]

Yeah that’s what I’ve been saying ever since it was created

[@ANSWERTHECALLOFJESUSCHRIST]

A lot of commenters have said it, so I'm gonna add my two cents: Doug's voice sounds to me like music in comparison with his friend's voice, which sounds like noise.

[@NubsMcKraken]

A very weird quirk of these cars that no one mentions is that when I'm first or second, there is a "stall converter" of sorts that will keep the engine from dying by automatically raising the revs when load increases. I used to "idle" it in first up small hills, and it was great for slipping in and out of first in stop and go traffic. Surprised as a previous owner Doug missed this!

[@beecnul8r]

My 2016 VW GTI with the 6 speed manual "holds" the car on any hill, thus doing away using the clutch! Great feature.

[@seanbrill276]

“Watch ads for my car bid website! Also here’s another awkward guy for no reason” ~Doug Demuro

[@dompdgaf]

I dislike Kennan tremendously in review videos, but I’ll watch for an Elise review

[@gustavoraffo489]

Why? He's not stuttering, not making any errors, Doug and him are best friends, wouldn't you love working your dream job with your best friend as coworker?

[@davidp2888]

@@gustavoraffo489 I wouldn't. I keep my friendships and my business relationships separate. If people don't like the Doug/Kennan team, how does that impact anything in your world?

[@ChR0nos_7734]

@@gustavoraffo489 because he's doing the same hand movement, the same weird laugh and the the same language drawl. I don't need to see two people doing the same exact thing.

[@gustavoraffo489]

@@davidp2888 because I actually think it's better with them both working on a video and I would like to convince people so they keep this format, they have good camera chemistry, there are no long pauses or cringe.. Just two car enthusiasts geeking out.. I think people should appreciate that and be happy for doug

[@gustavoraffo489]

@@ChR0nos_7734 maybe, they are close friends after all and I wouldn't be surprised if that are like each other because of that.. Maybe even doug copied Kennan who knows.. Or maybe Kennan has no frame of reference being in front of a camera so he just copies his friend.. I think in time Kennan will hone his presenting skills and be more natural and original

[@ryanmcfadin09]

God love Kennan but man I just can't take it haha. These duo videos are getting tougher and tougher to sit through.

[@jking54544]

It's like a really uncomfortable attempt at a bro-comedy. Kennan, I'm sure, is a great guy. But I come to the channel for Doug.

[@jonnyares1]

Doug is trying to do the Blippi switch like we wouldn’t notice

[@caseindaplace]

0:30 “before WE get started….” If Kennan shouts “CARS & BIDS” in the intro I think we’d all head out

[@mildmanneredthinkingman9323]

Rando Doug is back...sigh. We love Doug and only Doug. (I mean that in a sense of for this format btw) Why not do Doug Demuro podcast and have Kennan? Sit downs it makes more sense for 2 people.

[@AstonMartin427]

Doug, I've noticed that when you and a collaborator make a video together, your videos always make 1-200K less views than when it's just you making a car review by yourself. Not that we don't mind having a second person with you, but for you and your brand, you're market speaks to having just you as the video creator and reviewer and I personally find myself more drawn to solo reviews than collab vids. Just my thoughts

[@jacobcarroll497]

Yes, well said, While i do like to collab garage videos, in my opinion, the reviews are best when its just doug. The numbers suggest that many people agree

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@jacobcarroll497 i clearly doubt it.

[@dan725]

I actually like it. Doug has an entire team. Other channels are doing this. Demolition Ranch, Garand Thumb, and Throttle House introduced their cameramen and now their respective audience love them after resistance from the beginning.

[@viktorlindeberg7363]

bruh some of you take this wayyyy too seriously. you're acting like he's gonna go homeless just because he has a friend in the videos

[@michaelhughes3302]

​@@dan725 Thank you. I also love it. Kennan is a great addition to the channel.

[@ascended1924]

I like how Kenan's designation is shown as "Friend of Doug"

[@rvltrstudio1484]

In reality it's "employee of doug".

[@BLACKAAROW]

ikr, dude is a sidekick. it would be better if Kenan made separate content on his own for the channel instead of trying to copy Doug

[@rickc303]

Because it's too soon to say "Boyfriend of Doug"

[@fortheloveofnoise]

@@BLACKAAROW More like sidepiece.

[@quattelly]

Doug please dont retire. We like your brand of quirky weirdness, not the other dudes!

[@Notorious40z]

I expect to hear a WOO from Kennan while going fast in a car just as I expect to hear THIS from Doug every time they do a video together.

[@oitoitoi1]

these were so popular for a long time over here in the UK, they've held their value really well too. people put tons of miles on them as well, very common to see models with 100k+ miles and still going.

[@bobhill3941]

That's great to see them being used and enjoyed.

[@purwantiallan5089]

@@bobhill3941 the Abarth 121 Spider imo still as cool as the Chrysler PT Cruiser.

[@bobhill3941]

@@purwantiallan5089 I agree with that.

[@BlatentlyFakeName]

My 2006 Elise S is nearing 100k and drives great. Though it had a rebuild under a previous owner in 2016. The paintwork starts to look aged, but that happens on all fibreglass cars.

[@bobhill3941]

@@BlatentlyFakeName I loved the Elise and grew up with it, I'm so proud to hear of people using them daily. Thanks for the paint information.

[@colechapman6976]

I like this because it is the essence of what a sports car should be. It should not be a coddling experience. What I love about the Lotus is that after I drove in one recently, it feels exactly like a go-cart. It is very low to the ground and it's an amazing ride. You are so connected to the road and it's fun to be so low down like that. It has a spartan interior, no space, and luxury, but it's a thrill ride and that is what you want in a sports car. Others are so soft and nice that it removes you from the road. In a sports car like this, it's great to have a car without any fluff that distracts from the pure driving experience

[@purwantiallan5089]

I doubt it.

[@P1_M1ND]

So is this dude gonna be the new face of the channel while you venture off into other awesome car adventures?

[@matiastripaldi406]

yeah, im guessing he wants to quit the channel for good. I dont understand however why people are hating on this new guy so much, after all most big channels tend to switch up the people on camera eventually

[@DX88]

@@matiastripaldi406 because the channel is literally called "Doug Demuro", the reason we come here is watching DOUG look at cars.

[@ChR0nos_7734]

not to mention he's trying SOOO HARD copy cating Doug that it has become satrycial

[@FraZzJ]

@@matiastripaldi406 The look, voice, attitude, and enthusiasm is just not the same. You can't expect everyone to just accept changes.

[@SunshineDeluxe]

@@matiastripaldi406 Because we're here to watch Doug DeMuro the person, not Doug DeMuro the channel.

[@RandyChase]

Good review. I am on my 3rd Elise/Exige now. Like you, I drove my first one (one of the first imported Elise cars in 2004) from Atlanta to San Diego, via Tail of the Dragon. I wrote up about it on the forum I started, LotusTalk. Some minor things- The 2005 came with a different stereo head unit and the iPod connector was not a standard part of the Touring package. Really it was just electric windows, the extra foam under the plastic behind the seats, and I think carpeting. The Sport Package had more changes like the wider front wheels and upgraded suspension. And of course, you could get both of these separate packages, my car had both. I predicted before the cars came here that unlike normal cars ( ;) ) these would eventually drop in value, but really never go below $30k for a good one. And yes, they have now gone up in value. I toy with the idea of selling my present Elise... but then come to my senses and go drive it instead of the Rivian :)

[@tvrduude]

I blame you for me getting into these... 😉 or maybe Thank You... so fun and ranks high on my #MustBeQuirky scale.

[@RandyChase]

@@tvrduude LOL. I have had, over the years, over 50 people blame me for them having bought a Lotus. And a few for them buying a Noble M400. Glad to be of service. :)

[@tomindenver1331]

@@RandyChase Add me to the "I blame you/thank you" list, Randy! 18 years with my Elise and still going strong.

[@quantum_entangled_tardigrade]

THIS!!! Is Doug DeMuro! (And, some random dude standing next to him.)

[@TheMainCore]

Thiiiissssss.... Is Doug DeMuro. Its good there, no need for a sidekick.

[@kevinconroy2901]

Doug, we love you Doug NOT Kennan!

[@labradudel21]

I like that Kennan and Doug are doing the reviews together, just like some good old friends having fun :)

[@petbull7038]

Doug, the kinda guy to work in an imposter

[@jacobfritz8158]

Unwatchable until kennan leaves the reviews. At least he was in the thumbnail so i could pause at 1 second in to just comment this and leave. Keep him for discussion videos but he dosent belong in reviews

[@mynameismontymontana]

I really enjoy Doug’s son being apart of his videos❤

[@ryankorte8601]

I've been a fan of Doug's channel for years, but with the advent of "Cars and Bids" am I the only one who feels that his videos are becoming more of an advertisement "this is so great you should go bid on it right now!" than an honest car review these days?

[@giudasilva3651]

Its definitely the corporate entity pushing this type of video schedule now... Not authentic.

[@robertrobbins9254]

You are not the only one. I suspect the new co-host will start making reviews w/o doug, so they can crank out even more of these reviews to push sales.

[@timoarrg]

​@@robertrobbins9254i personally think it would hurt a lot in the trust people have from this reviews, and not nearly as many people will watch them. It's already been made clear by the comments that noone wants Kennan in Doug's reviews.

[@ZachD555]

Having Kennan in these is like when Matt farah started to leave his “one take” series of videos. The replacement no matter how good won’t be the same and won’t draw the same amount of viewers. Either Doug reviews the car by himself or views on this channel are going to go wayyy down.

[@pleasegive1000dollar]

On his podcast, Matt Farah said he had a consultant come in for his channel who told him that the one-take format was dead and the algorithm would eventually saabkyle04 him if he leaned on it forever. Doug definitely has info we don't which is driving some of the decision-making.

[@charmreduction]

ok nerd. the views are still here.

[@iddra1868]

​@@charmreduction Doug's channel has been on a downtrend since 2020.

[@macchiatoceo]

@@iddra1868 Doug still gets more views than most people could ever dream of getting

[@iddra1868]

@@macchiatoceo My point is that it's not sustainable, and he knows this that's why he's trying something different. You can't support your employees, buy supercars, mansions, etc. with a dying channel.

[@TheGamingGeek2001]

I think I see where this is going: something similar happened with Grant Thompson (RIP) with The King of Random, he started to do videos with "the new guy" for a while to prepare everyone for when he officially left. It's any week now we get the "I'm moving on to bigger and better things" announcement from Doug

[@Darx97]

yeah i remember when that happened :/ his channel wasnt the same anymore and then the tragic accident happened and it all went downhill since

[@geigerzoola6642]

Adding kennan is like adding a banana in cheeseburger

[@Guty7Z]

Its really sad to see that doug doesnt care at all about our opinion on adding kennan despite the dislike ratio, comments and low views, at least he puts him in the thumbnail so we can skip right away

[@rickc303]

Doug likes when things are forced

[@ThinkingFresh]

guess we are getting a heavy dose of Keenan for the foreseeable future, pause

[@texasaim776]

I thought the channel was called Doug DeMuro :/

[@Brikzilla]

The key hole acting as the door handle is pretty smart

[@whosjoe323]

I love you Doug, but THIS IS hurting your channel. people and i don't just watch you for car reviews for just cars. people have developed a personal connection with your channel and character. the "doug is the type of guy" should have been a hint. your charismatic character wont be replaced. or at least easily.

[@adrewa1999]

Well it aint a bargain anymore, thanks doug 🎉

[@Spartan168]

Hasn’t been for a while

[@StillShatter]

It seems like Doug is on the road to retirement, slowly trying to integrate and train his replacement at the same time so he can still generate revenue from the channel even when he is gone 🤔🤔

[@sinkpisserpro]

He's 35.

[@tsha2006]

Being usually a sole operator Doug's videos have always suffered from not being able to get nice external shots of the cars driving, I see the answer to the problem here.

[@mrducky179]

i remember he used to have a friend helping with the camera, taking drive by shots during the driving part

[@jc_47]

Yeah he used to have a cameraman in like 2016-2017, but I guess he left? Doug's driving parts are usually boring because it only has one camera angle, no POV, or outside shots like he used to do. He seems to have more personality back in 2016-2017 too

[@jshumphress13]

I want a hardtop S2000 so bad for the same reasons. Reliable, quick, and fun in the twisties. Maybe some day.

[@quality1mario876]

Solo Doug is what we need. Forget ke whatever.

[@АдадсдмАжаж]

Man i always think this Lotus looks great. Seeing it first time at Test Drive Unlimited, this car crashed into my memory, because of its memorable appearance, compact size and some kind of special character. Didnt know that the Opel Speedster designed by the same guy that creates Lotus, this man has some taste for sure. Mb u can find Speedster to reviewing it, rly wanna check it out.

[@Officialaaravd]

Only true fans will remember when Doug reviewed normal cars

[@ILeapZHD]

Doug is a rich man now. He doesn’t review peasant cars.

[@jonlosito2004]

​@@ILeapZHDyea but I just wish that he could review more normal affordable cars. It's been like almost a year since he reviewed a normal car which was the new 2022 or 2023 Honda HRV crossover

[@SpaceCattttt]

And soon, only true fans will remember when Dough reviewed cars on his own.

[@Officialaaravd]

@@jonlosito2004 Fr. Last time he reviewed a normal car was the Nissan Ariya.

[@TunesofTransformation]

Whos this dude?

[@Rock7132]

Hey Doug, no more Kennan. We watch for you, not him.

[@MrBubs-yu4wm]

Been looking forward to a re-review of my little car since his first disastrous one (driving cross-country - probably the worst-case scenario for an Elise). Hopefully he takes it to the canyons in this one

[@MrBubs-yu4wm]

Watched it. Hilarious that 80% of the review was about features (there are none) and 20% was about the driving experience (the entire reason you buy the car), but it was on-brand for Doug lol. Would have loved some backroad or canyon driving and not just around town, but overall he gave the car a much better chance here compared to last time. Also the Doug score is controversial as always :)

[@Bishopspipes]

Oh no not that dead weight dude again. Cmon Doug!

[@FifyKaqiqiPain]

*Doug is the type of guy to call a Lotus reliable*

[@jamesreuss9704]

I mean it has a Toyota engine......

[@No-bb1jq]

​@@jamesreuss9704 How about a Toyota everything?

[@JosephLombardi]

It is, close friend of mine has had his 2005 Elise since 2011 and hasn’t had any major problems aside from small electrical stuff. It really is an exotic you can stack miles on without thinking twice

[@derekjensen3835]

I've had mine for 5 years, literally no problems other than the battery mount needing some extra securing. Beyond the Toyota drivetrain there's not much TO go wrong.

[@KhanJoltrane]

My dad supercharged his and it has had nothing but electrical gremlins since.

[@caddrafter48]

Way to go DOUG. Ive been squirreling away $$$ to get one of these. Your video is going to make it more popular and makes prices go up.

[@stevenmaasland9172]

The remote control is the same used by many European cars sold in Japan. This is largely due to the different radio frequencies that are allowable. In Europe they use 433.92 MHz whereas in Japan and North America they use 315 MHz. So cars sold in low volumes frequently used this same key fob. I have the same one on my Japanese market Renault Avantime.

[@CameronStPeter]

The Elise - the working man's halo car. I would love to scoop one of these up in a few years.

[@DanielKargar]

We're here to see Doug saying Doug things, not for the car .not for Ken.

[@viktorlindeberg7363]

do you people just not care about cars? do you not watch other car reviews?

[@DanielKargar]

@@viktorlindeberg7363 We watch Doug videos to hear Doug's opinions, not Ken's. Also if someone's watching something that they don't consider buying no matter what, they're doing so just for entertainment. If we were not car enthusiasts we'd be watching whatever the crap that's trending right now like none car people.

[@NicholasShumaker]

I owned one of these. A few comments. The car is TINY. Both inside and out. Getting in and out is difficult (and I am not big nor tall), especially if you have the optional hard top (much easier to get in/out w/ the top removed). Design quality is at the level of glue and zip ties. The oil cooler and coolant pipes in the door sills get hot and burn your legs. The engine is reliable yes but the fiberglass clamshells are very delicate and could be damaged by hitting a rubber traffic cone...they are about $15K each front/rear and are perpetually backordered form Lotus. I added a supercharger which made it more fun where I live at high altitude. It was a fun car on the track, but for me the happiest days were the day I bought it and the day I sold it. Really neat cars and you can't beat the cheap price, but if you are coming from Porsche or similar sports cars be prepared. It will get alot of attention everywhere you go, especially in chrome orange, which mine also was.

[@duanJ_aka_wfoundry]

Doug is the new kind guy THIS year, reviewing modified cars

[@pablodelgado744]

4:13 Having "BAKA XD" as a license plate is undescribable childish but awesome at the same time, definitely something I would like heh

[@danhornstein5125]

That Kenwood radio seems newer than 2005 as it has SiriusXM and Bluetooth. Sirius and XM were separate companies in 2005.

[@sergiobisonte]

that radio is from 2017

[@ponyboy1133]

2005 came with a Blaupunkt

[@wayancoors]

Wanted to see Doug and Kennan trying to get in and out of the Elise. That would’ve be the best quirk. Must’ve ended up on the cutting room floor because they looked too ridiculous.

[@superjupi]

Insane former hardtop user checking in! It was a daily driver through Colorado winters, and it handled the snow surprisingly well. Sure, the heater wasn't the quickest thing to kick in, but it handled snow better than any front-wheel drive vehicle I've ever taken out in it. As an aside, I'm never daily driving anything without cruise control ever again.

[@tomindenver1331]

Hey, me too! '05 Bordeaux Red Elise since new. Still driving it. The only time I don't drive it is when it's snowing. I mean...I'm not crazy. :)

[@connormckinney2107]

I miss the doug only videos, just nice to have a video with only one person talking to you

[@ThePocomito]

So Doug is a kind of guy to have a friend

[@thehandleishothott]

Alway happy to see a Lotus review

[@Darx97]

OH HELL NAW, friday just became the day i dont watch doug vids i guess

[@solar901]

Doug doing reviews with Kennan is like if you invited your friend to a party in your house and he brings his younger brother for some reason.

[@shanefanon]

doug is the type of guy who continues to make outstanding and awesome car review video's expecting guys like me to watch them . How did he know I'd watch ?

[@Andy_Ross1962]

In the UK a huge number of these are bought just to use as track day cars snd for club racing. Drive to the circuit race and drive home . Probably one of the best handling road cars ever made.

[@anthonyw5261]

I would definitely not suggest handing over the reigns!!! Nothing against Kennan❤😊

[@THEKNIGHT108]

I’m SO happy you finally reviewed the Elise! I recently sold mine after owning it for a year and I absolutely loved every second of ownership! I drove it alll over the southwestern US, spent multiple 12 hour days in it, had multiple girlfriends in it - some of the best roads in the country and all the way up pikes peak too! Memories for a lifetime! In the end I drove it about 15,000 miles (I was also 23 when I bought it so I guess Doug and I have that in common 🤣) loved the vid! I was one of those “insane” people who had it as a second car and had the hard top so I could drive it during the winter in colder climates 🤣

[@akashnijjar89]

Doug, please do reviews alone, don’t lose your originality. Please.

[@oladeleayoola]

I love spaghetti. I like chocolate. I don’t prefer them on the exact same plate. I enjoy them separately but if given the choice I’ll always choose spaghetti. I agree with the sentiment of the rest of these comments but gotta respect Doug for taking a risk which he’s very averse to on this channel. Even if it wasn’t widely favored, it really made us realize what we appreciate about his reviews- Doug himself. I think this collab was well needed to see that. The other guy is cool and did a fantastic job but he’s just not Doug

[@adamromanov]

The Elise is my first and only car. Done long road trips with my dog, daily it for work and pleasure. Been my companion for years. Wouldn’t want it any other way 😊

[@michaelmahoney8887]

I love the license plate! 😂

[@jloiterer]

I like the new dude. Would be cool if he could do a solo review. This video is cool too but I think a lot of people are comparing you two or seeing him as like a "minime" version. I'd definitely check out a vid of him doing a solo review. I mean as you grow the brand(s) you will probably need to bring in more reviewers, but now we know and like the dude - have him do a solo review!

[@31shaneD]

Man, I just can't watch these anymore with Kennan

[@roger6444]

Can someone tell Kennan if he isn’t Italian or conducting an orchestra he doesn’t need to use his hands so much when he talks! 😂

[@derdoctor1895]

I really don't see why people don't like Kennan in reviews, he doesn't really interfere with the formats flow and vibe. If he can add more info in review why wouldn't he do it? Commenters are so mean ngl.

[@tayzonday]

Kennan training with a great voice and acting coach for a few months would make a massive difference. He has the knowledge, interest and trustworthiness, which are the hardest requirements. The performance has enormous headroom with the right guidance.

[@bean3243]

Doug tried something new and it's safe to say the viewers do not like it.

[@maximilianmorse9697]

7:30 The "window switch in the crank hole" thing is also true of the Toyota Matrix this car shares an engine with

[@kevinnorris6558]

Contrary to the echo chamber in the comment section, I think it's nice to see Doug doing car reviews with other people by his side. His friend isn't doing a bad job as a co-host; people are just too critical.

[@shrihancarreviews3728]

KENNAN DONT COME IN THE VIDEO AGAIN

[@gentlewolf]

Doug is a reliable, cool, and fantastic FANATIC.