INSANE DOWNFORCE & DRS! "The Student" is BACK! // Nürburgring

[@mgcharoudin]

WE CAN'T WAIT TO KICK OFF THIS NEW CHAPTER! www.vulcan-alpha.com Sub to my second channel to see us build this new venture: www.youtube.com/@mgcharoudin2 Our new IG page: instagram.com/vulcan_alpha

[@ainmeile]

Dude this is fucking incredible

[@ericcleland817]

im there Misha!!! Im excited to see how the opal turns out.

[@bargibargibargi]

Judging by how loud the supercharger whine is it's still running the M62 supercharger? If so then grab a Harrop for it ;)

[@goenglishcy]

Hey Misha, I've got the same car here in Cyprus (turbo version), and it's one of the fastest street cars, even with its stock suspension. I also have the same Protrack one wheels. I've noticed at 4:47 that you're missing the rear centre caps because the ones they send you don't fit 😢. You could kindly ask them to send you the high centre caps that beautifully fit the wheel centre and hide that protruding rusty iron in the middle 😉 🤓 Also, please mention the tyre sizes you are using. Thanks, keep it up, you 2!

[@topfuelsuzi]

Great stuff. Best of good fortune in this new venture

[@BWSTT]

Amazing news, fair play putting your money where your mouth is- you had confidence in his abilities, and went all in to make something happen! Look forward to seeing this develop

[@ramama987]

How is this comment 6 days ago, when the video is 4 days ago :D

[@BWSTT]

@@ramama987 members get early access to videos

[@timbarito5586]

@@ramama987he is a patreon

[@blendiferizi4477]

cuz hes a member bruh ​@@ramama987

[@Dingus04]

@ramama987 Members get access before us plebs.

[@torentmonkey]

251 trough foxhole, Misha really does trust the car.

[@iknowit3705]

In einer Aluwanne mit Plastikkarosse und ohne Käfig. Der Speedster hat nur einen Überrollbügel und original nur einen Fahrerairbag. Der hier hat gar keinen. Bei einem Hochgeschwindigkeitseinschlag ist man in der Tupperdose tot.

[@CaseyvlVisage]

@@iknowit3705I agree it needs a proper roll cage especially with how much faster it is now…

[@grossmeister1181]

@@iknowit3705 Ja, so wie in quasi jedem anderen Auto auch. Man darf aber die Stabilität des Alu-Chassis nicht verachten...

[@Skafiskafnjak51]

Grip doesnt lie :D

[@GoSpeedyGo13]

​@@grossmeister1181Schau Dir mal Bilder von der Aluwanne an. Das Konzept kann man nicht mit ausgeklügelten modernen Fahrzeugen vergleichen. Lotus, die auch den Opel Speedster 2001-2005 gebaut hatten, besitzt gar nicht die Möglichkeiten eines Großserienherstellers. Aktuelle Fahrzeuge sind sehr sicher, u.a. durch Crashtests, daraus entwickelte Fahrgastzellen, Seitenaufprallschutz, 10 Airbags, wegklappende Pedale, etc. Der Speedster (wie die Elise/Exige) hat davon: Nix. Und ich jenn mich aus. Besitze einen Speedster Turbo und hatte ne Elise. Beide schon teilzerlegt.

[@raduiancu2159]

Misha 1. Race driver 2. Businessman Dream combination!

[@kantina4765]

If it worked for niki lauda he must be doing something right

[@Sireristof1332]

3. best friend

[@nadator3686]

4. DreamDad

[@liiiinder]

5. pancake influencer

[@michaelavetisyan5811]

6. Vroom stutututu eeeeee screeee “yeah the car drives good”

[@Galottiful]

Very happy for this guy and his internship at Ferrari. How cool!

[@mgcharoudin]

*Job as a designer :)

[@im_amil]

@@mgcharoudinSo cool. Much deserved

[@atticusrussell1225]

Even better!!

[@guillermoguillermo4368]

Damn, that grip at schwedenkreutz was insane. The ending left me yearning for the other half of the lap. I hope to see more of this car next season if there is not already pre-recorded a full lap with no tire issues.

[@trigger7620]

I think we can all agree, we are witnessing the beginning of an amazing success story. So cool to see

[@mesterorange8181]

You can really see how much worried and how he cares for his car when he suspected the tyres were gone

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

Well those are not that cheap...it is understandable especially after 1 lap...i would be pissed of also.

[@vladpcgamer]

@@The_Touring_Jedithose were prototype tyres, most likely free

[@The_Touring_Jedi]

@@vladpcgamer No just expensive semi slicks

[@Mopzii]

​@The_Touring_Jedi literally says in the video that they're prototype tyres and yhat they weren't released for sales when they were using them in this video

[@gteaz]

"Use this for maximum grip on corners" Misha after one minute driving "I am the grip"

[@FreshlySnipes]

I AM the liquor

[@jensonbutton5778]

Ahahahah

[@NietGezond]

i AM the danger Skyler

[@maxzoRHD]

You can legit see in the video how glued to the ground car is, seems like a go cart. I feel like it can handle more power easily, also amazing it doesnt rub at all through the entire track.

[@birelboy1]

A lap I was really waiting for. Amazing what this man had build. Also very exciting to hear that your partnering with him to build your own company. Will follow closely, because it sounds like really cool stuff is going to happen there.

[@mixching]

Still missing proper seatbelts for the passenger side in this build

[@piotrmalewski8178]

It needs another run. 11:47 Artur Turcu does this spefic corner at 170 in an MX-5 without any aero.

[@70scoff]

This make the Lewis Hamilton 2025 switch to Ferrari make sense.

[@cartuxo999]

Underrated comment! 🤣🤜🤛

[@eliveltonbecker]

@@cartuxo999 damn

[@HD-md9pr]

That porche at the early stages of the lap, you know the one that wouldnt move out the way? He was probably thinking ah look at this cute little Opel, no way he gets past me... next thing you know it dissappears from the rearview never to be seen again! What a absolute track weapon!

[@Osiris57]

Well its the definition of a sleeper

[@oftankoftan]

porsche driver was an asshole. totally blocked him in the left-hander.

[@foarm5166]

@@Osiris57 never seen a sleeper with DRS and 2 meters wing

[@spamcan9208]

​@@oftankoftanof course he's an asshole, he drives a Porsche lol but in all seriousness i think he might have been caught off guard. I remember Misha saying something last video about being careful passing with these low cars because drivers don't always see them. And I suspect that Porsche wasn't expecting such performance.

[@JeffNipp]

Probably too focused on the car ahead. ​@@spamcan9208

[@CurlCobain]

"Underneath is, where the magic is" 😏 @7:20 That sentence, alone the way he said it, shows you the passion, commitment and confidence he has in his baby. That's the real blessing.

[@yawningkitty457]

I really really hope this is the start of something huge for you Misha, All the years of hard work growing your channel and brand to where it is today, I hope this sets you up for life mate.👍👍👍

[@TranceFur]

It certainly could. Cars will change in the coming years and decades, but aerodynamics and racing aren’t going anywhere

[@brunobegic3841]

We've seen some really cool and impressive cars on your channel over the years, from some funny builds from the Boosted Boris days to Manthey GT3RS's, but man this... This is next level. I can't imagine just how much time and effort went into designing this aero kit. I cannot explain just how amazed I am. Best of luck in this new adventure!

[@JC7119]

This is one of the coolest setups I think I have seen in a while. I am excited to see how this goes in the future!

[@JS_R35]

Amazing, what a build. Congrats and the best of luck on the partnership.

[@PrivateCustard]

Holy shit this looks like a fun drive!! With all that handling, maybe an extra 100whp would be a nice step-up, as it looked like it could deal with it easily!

[@btownballer27]

More power needs more dforce. It'd going to get wild.

[@PrivateCustard]

@btownballer27 There were quite a few moments in the lap where a little extra power would have really made a difference. Not massive gains though, as I reckon that'd ruin it. I'm very British in my tuning preferences. We have smaller winding roads, too much power is pointless!

[@102ndsmirnov7]

More power for a race car is never pointless if you can handle it and it doesn't add more weight.@@PrivateCustard

[@NotADuncon]

@@102ndsmirnov7 it's pointless if you're not having fun. We do it for fun mate.

[@MINI500HP]

Maybe extra 50whp that about it

[@ExMachinaEngineering]

Amazing drive. Also, the kg of downforce from the aero package is corroborated by what the G-Meter reads to within a few kg, from what I can assume about the car's overall weight. So the calculations the kid made are really good. If you need any additional mechanical or mechatronic design my humble services are at your disposal.

[@edwardgogo8066]

@mgcharoudin

[@tj42088]

"this always happens here" - Misha *nods in agreement* - Lapo "wait what?" - Lapo *waves hand* - Misha "nvm" - Misha LOL love these two

[@indigosand5829]

Mind bending to watch it perform, cant imagine being in it! Hats of to you guys and good luck, really impressive

[@JWorksYoutube]

What an absolute DREAM you have as a project/business! I hope one day i'll be able to do something like that. Building my own cars, having complete (creative) freedom. I'm so stoked for the 2nd channel!

[@Gobbbbb]

The VX220 (Speedster) has always been one of my favourite cars EVER. I truly think this is the best "build" that has appeared on this channel and one of the best builds on YT right now. I'm super excited to see what you both come up with in the next year, I'm fucking hyped!!!! 220 km/h through schwedenkreutz is quite fitting 😉

[@Tminus89]

Hitting 1.4g in the corners very often, very nice! I love projects like these, much cooler than the average M coming to the track for me personally. Skill, passion and purpose

[@florian_montuzet]

Sad the lap was cut short. This car has so much potential. I was looking for this video a lot. Congrats to you guys. Can't wait to see what's next.

[@guillermoguillermo4368]

Mindblowing news indeed. Now I can see why that car was having cameos in the background on some of your vids. I am very proud of both of you and I hope this takes off smoothly... I mean the partnership not the opel taking off the ground. 😂😂

[@carlohenley4044]

Wow, excited to see what this collaboration brings!

[@petermeister7191]

What an incredible performance and story! My honest appreciation for Lapo´s job! Looking forward to hearing from his future story. Amazing to see how this car was driving circles around the GT3 RS

[@Nate00774]

The video I've been waiting for all year round since the last video of the amazing Lapo's Ground Effect car. Quite the improvements he's made to it since the last!!!, happy for him as a fellow Mechanical engineering student too and his abilities go to show how capable we are when we let our dreams run loose!!! GOOO LAPPPPOOO🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🇮🇹🎉

[@pierluigilanzillo9248]

Good luck for this new adventure in the business. As a fellow Italian vehicle engineering student I am pleased to hear that the passion and knowledge of young people is really well appreciated. Since the first video you both made I got a lot of inspiration to do better and get the same recognition of all the hard work we put in during the university time. I hope others did too. Good luck again guys 😊

[@tygers0233]

One remarkable thing is that, very few engineers can experience their creations, F1, WEC, GTs... and this is what makes this video even more incredible! Seeing the reaction from Lapo, the moment he realized the beast that he built. Good luck to both in this path and I hope to see the next versions in 2024.

[@Red6er]

The student's car is really coming along, love the DRS and front diffusers on the splitter. The car looks so close to the ground in the on-board! great work. Great video! congrats on 1.1M! going quick now once you crack 1M! I've been watching a lot of hill climb monsters videos, great channel. Its pretty much all European hill climb's. very cool cars with lots of aero and power. It would be cool if you built and entered one or drove one and provide some "behind the scenes" could be great content!

[@b4lderm]

That was fast, the car looks much more refined now and actually insane to drive, can't wait to see it properly finished and tweaked for the nurburgring. Congrats to both of you, keep up the good work.

[@patriklenck1735]

At 6.20ish you can see this man is a real carguy, an exotic exhaust note and he nearly lost his words 😂, looking forward! Obviously you guys need to do e36/e46 parts, they will sell like geschnitten brot.😊

[@sub7up.]

E36/E46 i feel is to old base now.. If not.. Feel free to use my E46 as prototype car @mgcharoudin 😂❤

[@terrancecollins2696]

IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS CAR TO RETURN! And amazing that he is becoming the Mad Scientist of downforce of sorts! Very excited to see what’s next

[@CoLiC2]

Oh wow, I just can't imagine how good this car will be once everything is "as it is intended to be"! The paint job once all is done must be something spectacular!

[@myzoner1]

Thats not just engineering. Its pure science! Hope you guys an amazing new start for your company! Much respect for both of you. You guys are beasts, ive enjoyed every single minute of the video!!!

[@michaelshaw849]

Yes!!! Awesome news, I will likely be a future customer. Been waiting for the return of this car. I’ll vote for E46 M3 parts, but I’m just being selfish lol. Really wanted to have some flat floor aero parts for downforce. Look forward to seeing what you guys produce!

[@brucelynn]

There is no doubt you will face challenges in your future. I do believe that there is great success awaiting both of you in the future. I'm excited to watch you build another great company.

[@nevinbontrager8828]

The car seems to have video-game like levels of grip now, how awesome! And congrats to you both on another chapter of your journey!

[@x8dudtrackdaytoy]

Amazing build, been following for a while. Can’t wait to see how the company grows 🎉

[@brettmclellan7567]

That gt3rs had no chance at the beginning!! Holy shit!

[@georgelawrence436]

Can’t wait to see how this develops! This is such a huge inspiration for me, a student who is about to start studying mechanical engineering!

[@weekendthreat5576]

wow what an inspiring guy. he grinded and put himself out there, and now he's onto something big at such a young age. wishing you guys the best

[@BLVCK_MAIDEN]

Fuck yeah! Ive been waiting to see an update on this guys project!!! I LOVE IT ❤❤❤ Edit: Best video ive watched in a long time!

[@Mr_Meeseeks-zc3qe]

Yes!! I've been waiting for this video since the original - so good! He's struggling to keep his head straight at 13:40 ? crazy

[@krazed0451]

Fairly low G's when he's grimacing, I think he's just uncomfortable with the speed, which is fair enough!

[@GGMattt]

That thing is a rocket! 😧 I really want to see this thing do the full lap! Respect to him for sticking to his own project and not chasing money at another company, look forward to seeing what else he can do in the future 😎

[@deagt3388]

Over 250 kph through the Foxholle, that's insane! 😉

[@ralfszemzars1885]

Yo, what the actual fuck, it looked so planted - amazing! All the best in the venture!

[@i10designstudio65]

11:00 a cena dele rindo ao empurrar o porsche é contagiante! 🤩🤩🤩

[@pedrosousa8512]

Porque será ;)

[@ianmoone6562]

"Eu criei um monstro 😈"

[@DA33_718]

​@@pedrosousa8512😅

[@the_mcmartin]

The beginning of a truly inspiring journey. I'm happy and excited to see where this is going. Congratulations to the three of you! And the way this car is sticking to the ground at corners is putting a grin on my face. Wow!

[@airuniform]

i've actually been looking for someone to do an underpanel for my 240z. I would love to visit the shop some day and talk. it sucks that everything for these cars are done overseas

[@mgcharoudin]

We certainly can do it!

[@_mr.boss_1308]

I'm a student and self taught engineer and I'll gladly be an intern, do the small engineering stuff yall dont wanna

[@landychorus343]

Holy fk that felt like a GT4 car

[@TheWorldListens]

What a car. Something satisfying about listening to a manual go up and down the box. Pure driving

[@Exponaut_R-01]

This car's insane, wing or no wing ...Kinda wanna see it do a bit of time attack somewhere

[@apostolosmaniscalco3613]

Congratulations both of you!!!! What a wonderful news!!! Have a happy Christmas from Greece!!!

[@S666GRJ]

Awesome news. Congratulations comrades.

[@AndrewTSq]

low weight, mechanical grip, and downforce.. and around 3-400 hp sounds like a awesome combination.

[@sub7up.]

Good luck Misha & team 😄💪💨 Does this mean you guys will make parts that dont exist but can be made out of ideas? I have some suggestions.. 🙄🤪

[@mgcharoudin]

Yes!

[@noncog1]

​@mgcharoudin the miata aerodynamically focused fastback market is lacking, and I'd be willing to put my money where my mouth is for a livable, lightweight, aerodynamically efficient carbon nb miata fastback. Had money sitting to buy one but 6 months after contact the builder still didn't have an eta

[@nikolaarsov7236]

@@noncog1 My first thought was oh a miata definitely needs this

[@kantina4765]

@@noncog1counter point: Toyota mrs

[@noncog1]

@kantina4765 counter-counter point: less exist, less race, struts on all four corners (gross) No i like the mr-s, but the actual problem is how short the car is behind the passenger compartment, may make keeping attached flow hard, and will definitely cause problems with the trunk

[@1NMAC]

Seeing this video makes me so happy, I loved the first video so seeing it flourish into something viable is awesome. Having spent a lifetime in Engineering, the right partnerships are essential to gain traction. Best to both of you and everyone involved in the project, I'll be watching.

[@EpicKillstreak]

That's amazing news, congratulations Misha! And good luck of course, but you won't need it! :)

[@Arsenic71]

That's fantastic news. Too many times this has happened: "Everybody said it couldn't be done. Then some, who didn't know that, came along and just did it". Good luck to all of you!

[@passion4motion823]

Awesome and wish you guys the best of luck with the new business...👌👍😁

[@kalleklp7291]

A Speedster that actually deserves its name. :) He is a talented guy and I hope we'll see you both on the track now and then.

[@tich18]

This is amazing, an evil genius with car design and a talented driver with a huge following. It sounds like an ideal partnership.

[@Racerman27410]

Wow! Incredible grip and just when you were really starting to lean into it. Looking forward to part 2 . Good luck with the new venture.... you obviously have put together a great team.

[@rel04ding58]

Watched the original video when it released and been waiting for this return since. It's great to see people succeed, keep it up.

[@kento6201]

Even in the video you can clearly see the confidence specially in the corners. Amazing!

[@VaderC63]

Might want to consider some custom parts for my AMG GTR ;)

[@mgcharoudin]

Get in touch🔥

[@trogers2120]

Holy shit I've been waiting for the follow up and was not let down at all that was an insane drive even though it was cut short, can't wait to see what you guys have in store for the future!!

[@rideepicdriveepic]

Wow I'm early here. Happy holidays Misha and everybody watching this!

[@nurburgringkid]

Thanks for this innovation. Keep going guys!!

[@Kiwi_Bayer]

Im only 2:34 in, and I'm fully invested in this guy, I was even from the last one and was waiting for this video. I knew he would be up soon after seeing his car parked up in one of your videos so it's indeed a long awaited video for all. With that being said congrats to the both of after seeing his 1st vid and also following on IG I'm sure there's a bright future. Would you guys be open to private investors?

[@RYCOPZ]

After watching the previous vid, am so happy to see this. There is definitely so much potential here. I wish you guys all of the good things!

[@MrKveite1]

Downforce is plenty good but maybe 50 more hp for the straights and the uphill and it would be a very fast car indeed with that grip. That young man knows his stuff that's for sure:)

[@marcelokawas]

Guy is a genius, the car is just slammed to the ground and corners like its on rails, amazing job!!!!

[@hannebambell9648]

I own a Speedster and I can tell you that the Speedster/VX220 community would love to buy your parts

[@Riberen]

Awesome. I am behind here catching up, but saw the OG video and I am happy the happened 💪

[@spud696]

this thing NEEDS another 150hp and a proper dog box \m/ also, congrats on your new business endeavor!

[@IBOO57]

That is amazing its not often i get an adrenaline rush and giggle like a school girl watching a KZbin video but you did it!

[@pomidorpl4631]

With Sequential Gearbox that would rock some laptimes

[@bmwgeek]

Incredible timing, the engine started getting hot RIGHT before the tire failed, with just enough time to slow down. Very lucky the tire didn't fail while flat out, someone was looking over you Misha! Also very cool to see this car back. Extremely impressive and would absolutely love to see a full lap in its current configuration!

[@Armalyte78]

Opel Speedster GT1 lets goooooo

[@DMW2000]

Mate, this almost had me crying. Mad props to you all for following you passion, trusting yourself and going for it full gas.

[@bull7618]

Been waiting for this for a long long time. As a fellow engineering student im doing a similar thing with my E46 and will hopefully get over to you in the summer ❤

[@malaudisa]

Wow, amazing!! Good luck with your new venture, I think there's definitively a big market for high-performance aero components.

[@Coconut_seb]

Splitter and wings for Clio 3 rs ?! Congrats guys !

[@markothomson1105]

The fun. Foot down enjoyment and trust in this car makes this one of his best videos by far

[@Rushopium]

A great engine on this car and I’m sure you enjoyed driving it ! But didn’t understand why he stopped you ?

[@kieranjamieson]

the tyre rubbing I think?

[@mgcharoudin]

Yeah we thought the tyre was gone. It wasn't completely, but didn't want to risk it

[@manifestgood]

Congrats bro ! I’m glad you guys get to start something new and something that feels only too perfect with what your passion is bro. Many blessings on the new endeavor

[@ivojansen7625]

Bros neck is insane, staying up in a normal belt under braking

[@oldmanstumpie1061]

Such a level head to call the lap off when he feels the tyres aren't right. Better than pushing it and ending in tears. So cool. Wish you both all the success in the future, you've worked hard for it.

[@Tomasmoravia]

Student: I have a car. Misha: *Casual 1.4 G+ through every corner.* Amazing.

[@mihaly1555]

very very very excited for this journey ! will stay tuned !!!!! and good luck guys

[@Entrepid83]

Student does something incredible with a GM car. Student takes an internship with Ferrari. GM dropped the ball, BIG TIME.

[@curtharakaly4620]

I mean not really...he stated he had multiple offers. If GM and Ferrari both offered and internship it really wasn't a choice who to choose...especially since it sounded like he was from Italy from the first video. An internship at Ferrari will help you land a more lucrative job than an internship at GM all day and it's not even close.

[@Entrepid83]

​@@curtharakaly4620 That all depends on how much his talent means to the brand making him the offer. Plus, if GM matched the offer from Ferrari, I can see someone making a choice based on the badge alone.👍

[@simonmcgraw9426]

Camera facing the mirror facing the spoiler. *Chef's kiss*

[@dennisf1020]

His business should be called "Lapo Suction" 😅

[@DNightNinja]

If anyone was ever interested in getting active aero for your car victor racing has an “universal” active gt wing. They’re expensive (they didn’t use to be so pricey) but they work reeeeally well and I have one on my s13 hatch. It’s got 3 downforce settings a drs setting and an aero brake setting as well. It took about 5 months to get and shipped to me but I still got it and it was worth it.