Ex-Ferrari Design Boss Analyses The Daytona SP3!

[@TopCarsTV]

First time I saw that rear end I thought of the Quadra from Cyberpunk

[@byst33]

I had the same thought!

[@AntiBellum]

Same here lmao

[@thedon897]

I think they just ripped it off cyberpunk💀

[@TheCarKrazeOfficial]

First time I saw the rear I thought of the Testerossa and 512 TR

[@josephjewellers]

@@TheCarKrazeOfficial same here

[@mas9000]

Dear Frank, This channel is a work of art. You should absolutely keep this going. You can reduce the frequency while maintaining the quality. I presume you already have a team of designers and someone manages this channel for you. You can delegate further and get your team to do the grunt work of modifying the designs while you focus on ideation/guidance/review of your team's work.

[@jasonsfraser]

Frank, find a comfy wingback chair, grab a scotch, smoke a cigar and just talk to us. Don’t spend hours on photoshop, your pen strokes and language of design are more than enough to paint a picture. It’s a privilege to have a genuine expert on KZbin, please don’t shut the channel down👍

[@manualmafia6015]

^ spot on

[@Thawhid]

Agreed. My guess is this format is more convenient for his schedule

[@oswaldoolea2889]

Don't leave us Frank, there is no car design replacement for you! Will miss your redesigns. Thanks for your time and passion shared with everyone.

[@johncarlofernandez2698]

Yeah, especially now that automotive design is getting the recognition it deserves

[@klopcodez]

Fk Ferrari now they became ignorant

[@vakuzar]

I absolutely agree, I love a lot of the elements, but they do not form an orchestra

[@sharathnair70]

true

[@ace11235]

well said.

[@alebrigaz]

nah, they do, that's a masterpiece

[@alh06]

@@alebrigaz The proportions are off, no.

[@dom2555]

Ingegnere Materazzi (who did the Ferrari F40 basically all by himself) recently said that today's cars at times lack of cohesion, as Frank said in this video, because too many heads work around the car. It's not one man's (team) vision anymore.

[@eitanfrankowitz6992]

Exactly. And then you see Pagani- one man’s vision for a supercar- and they are the most beautiful machines ever produced.

[@THESLlCK]

@@eitanfrankowitz6992 exactly, find me something more gorgeous than a pagani

[@ExBenzi2]

@@THESLlCK Ferrari 250 GTO ;)?

[@THESLlCK]

@@ExBenzi2 Biazzarini, too! And the Chevy Cheetah

[@carseyeadmire]

@@THESLlCK the new Detomaso P72.😍

[@maxmoughal5183]

Took the words right out of my mouth, to me it could have been a 10 but somewhere near the end someone got carried away and overdesigned it. I would love to see how you would simplify it and bring back some of the elegance, i vote for twin rear tail lights!

[@pinkpineapple5296]

For me, the problem isn't with the blades, but with the kinda protruding exhaust pipe and rear bumper.

[@Thawhid]

@Cyrus Cornelius the light bars epic and smooth but Frank's right it dosent scream Ferrari. If I was a designer I would implement the light bar mixed with small circles lights at least

[@byst33]

Frank, love the channel. I can understand how complex it can be to put a video like yours together. I think most people like myself would be completely ok with more basic videos where we hear your thoughts about certain cars or brands or a quick list of 5 cars that demonstrate a design concept. Nothing too crazy and no need to completely redesign or render things. Anyways that's my 2c, keep it up!!

[@550panerai5]

Agree with that. Your channel is unique Frank. Your insight on design is so illuminating, and this is coupled with the credibility of your career to date. Please keep the channel going. We also need an episode on your 5 favourite malt whiskies!

[@trodat07]

A design should be conceived as a whole, not as a sum of vaguely related cool parts. Keep up the good work both here and outside YT, we love your channel.

[@Kronos0999]

No, a design should be conceived as the designer likes it. Not 40 designers.

[@uk9383]

true. this is why this car doesnt work at all. they should have just put on ther roma front and rear end an it would be perfect

[@fredfrederickson]

Someone needs to tell that to BMW

[@dragospahontu]

They really hit the sweet spot with this design language between modern and classic shapes.

[@Dev1nci]

Frank, please don’t stop. What you are doing is invaluable to the design community 👌👌

[@kennethgriffen]

I didn't like the LA Ferrari at first but it has grown on me after a few years. This SP3 gives me the same feelings

[@nirrrvana88]

La ferrari is much morw beautiful than this. Its design will stand the test of time.

[@mvttx9851]

The laf is WAY more beautiful than this. The design forms an orchestra.

[@rabidtick2206]

Since the announcement of this car, been waiting for this take of yours!! Glad to hear you are busy and hope all is great!

[@Richspjones]

A generous score. First impression was the same as yours; an initial wow followed by irritation. But what a windscreen. Frank, these videos are equally (if not more) as interesting as your redesigns. Create what works for you; these videos are a treat whatever the subject. Cheers

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Thanks Richard! 👍

[@edwartvonfectonia4362]

Thank you for not abandoning KZbin, the view and knowledge from a well-known designer is a great tool to continue learning and improving in this field.

[@Jay_The_Cat]

Agreed on the headlamp covers - they should go all the way or not be there at all. Instead of looking mean, it just looks... disinterested. For the front 'strakes', I'd reduce the number to 3, soften them and make them more upswept to merge with the lines of the front fender. Only thing I'd change in the middle is make it a pure hardtop and extend the shark gills further up the roof, or increase the glass viewing area. For the rear, I'd have everything below the tail lights be pure black and increase the number of exhaust pipes to 4.

[@robertnicholls9917]

I think that was a fair critique but I do like that light detail peeking through. It's subtle, more like a discovery detail.

[@davidmcgaha7932]

The door line into the back fender is my main issue with it's looks

[@nickloss2377]

yes! please don't let this channel die... I think everyone watching appreciates the professionality and thought put into all of your videos; that being said, KZbin's roots are with amateurs being able to share ideas with relatable content. there's no need to be formal or have a polished off production with an edited script etc. I think having a more informal approach would be just as insightful as the most professionally produced and edited videos. Initial, guttural, unfiltered reactions are arguably better and more relatable for your audience. Might even become much more popular as any professionally produced (made for TV) video. I mean KZbin made an entire cottage industry of people opening boxes for the first time (unboxing videos).

[@Blearky]

3:30 as for me the rear nearly looks exactly like the Cyberpunk2077 Quadra Turbo R V Tech. It has two instead of four exhousts but it still brings a bright smile on my face.

[@onlyhuman7420]

That wraparound windscreen is special,it's very jet fighter-like.Very unique feature for sure.

[@meantares]

I’m really grateful that you take time to do these videos, in spite of being so busy. I’ll be absolutely okay with simpler videos. I think most people are here to listen to your thoughts and comments and your reinterpretations. Infact, I’d much rather prefer simpler videos - even without background music - but with good lighting. So, please don’t wrap up this channel. We love your work!

[@SLO722]

Great analysis as always, Frank. I think the location of the door handle is dictated by the air channel void in the door. It's really the only practical location to put it. Aesthetically and aerodynamically though, Manzoni and his team probably didn't want a door handle to disrupt the flowing lines of the car's shoulders. Just my thoughts.

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Thanks! Check out where we hid the door handle on the P1 and the 720S. 👍

[@hueyh5637]

When I get home from work, I just want to put up my feet up relax and enjoy your videos. The fact that you still design and go home and make these videos so I can enjoy them is much appreciated Thank you frank 🙏🙏🙏

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Really nice to hear that Huey, thanks!

[@hueyh5637]

@@FrankStephensondesign and you have time to read everyone’s comments. Your the man frank Stephenson👌👍🤙

[@duncantempleton7617]

Hello Frank, that is a very good shout about the 250 concept car, that’s definitely the influence on the rear. Question, given the choice (and the chance) would you have redesigned the Testarossa (and 348) with round rear lights rather than the horizontal slats? Personally I think that they still look great (and getting better with age) and depict and incredible 80’s icon styling with Pininfarina at the top of their game…

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Yes, Duncan, as a buttlifted version I would’ve probably considered it. Companies try so hard to establish a design lineage that it would be a shame to give up a very recognisable feature, albeit always technologically modernised. 👍

[@leonardomendieta8160]

I don't know crap about design but I'm subscribed because is always a pleasure to watch a master at his craft. And I love cars.

[@audriusbaranauskas6227]

As soon as I saw the back end - "Definitely Testarossa!"... little did I know. Overall the car is striking but I wouldn't call it beautiful (like a lot of Mclarens these days...). Great video and thank you Frank for the time and effort you put into this.

[@jamdc2000]

I wouldnt mind a video a month, your opinions and insights are amazing

[@TheReforger]

First time I saw SP3 Daytona, my first thought was, Frank needs to do this one, and here we are. Thank you Frank. :)

[@PFC4575]

Again! Another great video, with excellent and insightful comments! I personally agree 100% with every word! You make my week, Frank! Please continue!

[@zaf240489]

These KZbin videos will be part of your legacy frank. Educating the young generation of designers.

[@robinhall6383]

Hi Frank, please keep doing the channel in whatever way fits around your professional commitments.

[@amirfarahbakhsh2960]

Don't Leave the channel, it is a masterpiece and is a gift that we didn't know we needed. i learned so much and i thank you and your team

[@yeoldesaltydog7415]

Recently within the past 5 years, I fell for Virgil Exner's designs from the Late 50's. I just discovered your channel so am glad to see another designer with good taste! Love your insight to the cars I too love. :)

[@philippsagi3967]

I agree with all your points, but I feel like the closed "eyelid" doesnt give the Ferrari a sleepy look, but a very arrogant, chilled and conscious look instead. Love your work keep it up

[@NoName-cn3cp]

Lol wtf

[@mgsee]

Good observations - I would give it a 5 out of 10! Like a lot of modern car design short-term drama seems to take precedent over refinement and aesthetic purity . There is a feeling of immaturity about the design as if it was a Ferrari as imagined by an over-indulgent adolescent.

[@joshuadouek6385]

Your channel is amazing frank! I love your channel and it helps me so much as someone who wants to be a designer. I hope you keep the channel going.

[@TyrantTitan.]

Any way that you could keep doing what you love and not letting this youtube channel take away from that, but as a way for yourself to exercise your critiquing skills and at the same time sharing your knowledge and opinions with the design community would be greatly appreciated. In my opinion, the design of the SP3 almost feels like someone in the design team was influenced by your past videos as far as bringing back design features that made Ferrari unique/striking/beautiful and still functional. Also, wondering if your could make a video about your thoughts on the DeTomaso P72?

[@donkremer6019]

That top view with that wraparound windshield, reminds me of the Ferrari Mythos.

[@mikefrederico7436]

The front looks amazing!!! 😍 Especially, when you add just a little side view coming into view, with them wheels chopping, but the back of the vehicle simply ruins it for me! Once i seen the rear of the vehicle it instantly reminded me of a futuristic hot wheels car, that I used to toss around when I was young.... P.s. Those headlights are heading in the right direction.

[@nothinghere7391]

I absolutely love the fact that they have a headlight "cover" system. It's absolutely beautiful

[@Harry_iwnt]

Can always appreciate a bit more unfiltered videos, keeps it personal and simple. While some of the newer, sleeker vids are really nice, the early ones with just a sketch paper, your thoughts and some editing are most interesting

[@FrankStephensondesign]

👍

[@DiscoR53]

I see the Monza SP1 as being a classic. The Daytona kind of a “Mix a Lot girl” car big bust little waist big butt.

[@688hs]

Excactly what I thought too! I´d love to hear Frank´s thoughts about Monza.

[@leifsvensson-chorin]

Hope you stay with us on KZbin. I find great joy and inspiration in the wisdom you share.

[@bakhteria]

I really appreciate ur insight and for most parts I agree with u on all ur redesign ideas. This car looks like it tried to draw from way too many past ideas and then threw in brand new ideas and they don’t work. Much like a collection of great musicians playing different tunes together.

[@MaticT]

Reminds me of the Mazda RX-8 - a car designed by committee. They just dropped styling ideas into a hat and instead said "lets have all of them"

[@Pinkie007]

Oh I thought Frank was retired. Glas to hear that we’ll still be getting his designs in the (hopefully longterm) futur!

[@manuelibarragarcia4736]

I miss elegant+sporty Ferraris. Frank we love this channel!!!! You can t live!!! I want your batmobil design!!

[@brainfleming8756]

I love the car, but the first thing I think about is, how do you keep it clean?

[@robertoel-hajjboutros]

We love you frank so please stay with us, car lovers are rare

[@mattjames4978]

Ferrari MUST have round tail lights IMO. Please let me design the next Ferrari - it would be beautiful!

[@AlexTapisevic]

Its amazing how Frank can describe one car looking at other car...

[@nickloss2377]

would love to see what your viewers can do with your design suggestions.. maybe you can do a follow-up video just sharing some of their redesign artwork trying to incorporate your suggestions in this design!

[@filiprangus5826]

It's so awesome to have you as an insider give us such content, for me especially the Ferrari content. Thanks!

[@alizarde9249]

Great funky soundtrack at the end of the vid. Completes the bad-ass-ness of the Daytona!

[@Kairosdex]

Completely agree about the front headlights. Though I disagree with your feelings of the rear. Yes, the light design is probably unrecognizable at night, but in day that rear looks incredible.

[@antonispriftis8113]

Totally agree with you Frank. I feel as though this design is busier than Via del Corso on a busy day, especially front and rear views :)

[@ruizeng9044]

Frank I don't usually comment on KZbin, but your channel and videos are absolute gems and I've watched every one of your videos. I hope you can continue to make these analysis videos, even if it's not as often.

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Thank you Rui! 👍

[@titusbyzantine4949]

this car is the beginning of a new era

[@250GTOAJ]

I would rather the 330 P3/4, The new SP3 Daytona, they almost got it but missed the mark again. I think they could have gone with round headlights and taillights. The front grille needs a change, Keep making the videos that you have the time to as they are very interesting. 😀👍🇨🇦

[@joaquinjavaloyesruiz8040]

Please don’t stop making videos!! You are the boss in terms of car design

[@cg9279]

My most conflicted area is where the pinch in the body happens. Before it, the car feels really busy, and that pinch really brings it togethe and gives it an aggressive look, but the ending of the back makes me think it's more unresolved than when it started.

[@Derly24]

This is one of the prettiest and most curvalicious Ferraris I’ve ever seen ❤

[@artysanmobile]

Frank, I hope you find that magic mix of time that allows you to continue here. You do the job out of real love. For design and harmony with its surroundings. I find your work inspiring me to make music. All the best. Peter

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Thank you Peter! 👍

[@picrureperfect8476]

I would be really curious to see a video from you on the first icona model the SP1/2. That’s a car that is absolutely stunning!

[@Neojhun]

Hey Frank if you busy designing go do that and put your soul into it. Just check in to KZbin every few weeks and we'll be eagerly waiting.

[@FrankStephensondesign]

👍

[@danielesbordone1871]

You're a 100% correct about the rear.

[@designed4yous]

Frank: should’ve put in round tail lights. Nobody: that’s a fresh idea that I’ve never heard of before Frank

[@Emira_75]

Please don’t stop doing videos frank, you inspire my passion for design

[@ianjones7486]

Saw this car and instantly loved it. I must agree that there are too many fins on the back and would have loved traditional lights but that flow for the air intakes etc is stunning. I think your rating is about right but like you, I would love to be in the position to park one of these in my garage.

[@FifyTheurn]

Glad to have you back!

[@albertobuj4021]

Hey Frank, please consider reviewing the new Opel Manta... I need to see it, i think you will love it!

[@Dev1nci]

Totally agree! As a sculpture it’s amazing but the styling is a bit convoluted.

[@eddstarr2185]

Hi Frank, I also find the SP3 Daytona's overall appearance to be cluttered with too many unharmonious design elements, mashed together. Always interesting to hear your opinion on car designs, all the work you put into each video is truly appreciated. Thank you, Frank.

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Thank you Edd!

[@ossBASHA]

Just discovered your videos and truly excited to see your upcoming work.

[@rolandmdill]

The old Daytonas look so much nicer than the new one. If the SP3 wasn't in front of them blocking the view on the classic ones I wouldn't have recognized at all. I like the rear end though

[@budokhai]

I think this is the first time I disagree with frank. For me this car is stunning. I love it.

[@prfatal]

The most beautiful car I've ever seen!

[@fermignano89]

Totally underrated channel! Frank number one

[@jkemmie]

Sir, I thought I was the only one that found it wasn't the best Ferrari could do. Seeing all my favourite KZbinrs fawn over it, I thought I was going crazy...

[@adamfry1125]

I agree, especially the awful truck mirrors! Oh please keep the channel going! We don't mind a slight change as long as you stay here! Your insight is brilliant!

[@taksy3346]

we are here to learn Frank. Thank you for all the knowledge

[@_cyber_dome_3986]

Without a doubt, this is the coolest series on vehicle design since seeing my first Syd Mead illustrations as a kid. Full stop. No other automotive design juggernauts are out there granting direct access to such rarified insights. My automotive design IQ is permanently raised.

[@c.g.c2067]

I think it's an awesome design, maybe the rear could have been more subtle but overall it's amazing

[@cantu916761]

I like your take on the SP3, I never would have noticed those small design details. Just subbed and going to look at some other videos. Thanks!

[@FrankStephensondesign]

Cheers Joseph! 👍

[@necessity1]

I wish you would have had time to redesign this car. However like everyone else here I will take whatever you have to offer. I agreed with your criticisms 100%. Modern cars appear technical for technicals sake as if looking like a machine is a sign of sophistication or rationality. To me, the two cars pacing the SP3 Daytona will hold their value better and are a joy to behold.

[@718Insomniac]

Man, keep these videos coming please. Change the format if you have to. KZbin needs your presences here. One of the few channels with a soul. Keep up the great work good sir.

[@emiliorecchia523]

great job your doing frank

[@luciusbarbus]

I agree its super fuzzy but its unbelieveably cool!!

[@ChrisDorgan]

You're right the droopy eye lids.... it's not a pointless feature but doesn't add anything to the design by not closing fully. Weight, expense, complication for absolutely no reason. Agree on the rear lights too. I think they got a little fixated on the endurance racer look and forgot that it still needed the brand identity / brand design cues, not just looking like an homage to a different era. Still looks a great car & like you I would love one but you're right, needed finessing or an editor to come in at the end and go OK I get where you're going now lets make it look like a Ferrari road car.

[@stuartholcroft7703]

WE ALL LOVE THESE VIDEOS!!!

[@augustinf]

Nice to see you back! Yes, I love so many elements of this car at first glance but then as a whole… there is something cartoonesque about it. I don’t know it feels so high in the front and really no planted at all.. then the driving position seems so high too… i don t know what to think about it. My first impression was very good which is never a good sign. You need to be able to process a new in your face design to apreciate it long term

[@ayushcjoy2939]

Totally agree.. The front and back lines could have been subtler. The rear lights could have been round and put behind the wing lines. The eyes could have entirely shut.. Overall really impressed compared to what is out there. Really a sculpture on wheels..

[@alexandreplewinski]

Thank you for this review! So interesting 👌

[@javierdelatorre9560]

Curro, siempre es un placer escucharte. Ya sé por tu responsable o colaboradora del email-web que estás liado. Gracias y un abrazo.

[@vareos9874]

i really like the silhouette of the car because the 330 p4 is one of my all time favorite cars and you can clearly see the inspiration from that but its kinda missing that extra something when inspected closely

[@Johnnie999]

New sensation in the automotive industry 🥰😍🤩

[@giorgio262]

It looks like the windscreen consists of 3 separate pieces mounted so close to give the impression that there's a single wrap-around piece as in the P4, where the glass probably is just plexiglass, maybe? I can see the many elements of the P4 and mainly the Pininfarina P5. The streaks the way they shaped the mid section on the front bumper. The front streaks are clearly a way to give a sense of cohesion between the front and the back. Perhaps it would've been a stronger reference to the P5 and a slightly less generic light signature if they ran a light bar from side to side in the front, as the P5 had the lights organized in a single cluster in the middle. As for the back I don't think round lights would've worked well here. By the way, I'd like to know your opinion on a prototype of around 1998, the Fioravanti F100, I think it's a great piece of design that would still look very modern today.

[@coolhand6656]

Ooh - Classic Laddie from Bruichladdich. Nice! Great scotch.

[@FrankStephensondesign]

🥃👍

[@briangriffith3985]

i would love to see a new 312P. one of my fav classic racers. love the shape

[@somaparag4367]

I think the door handle is positioned there because the door has air tunnels on the upper side and they couldn't fit the mechanics there cause it would interrupt the airflow.