Mistake? The Oldest Supercar I’ve Ever Bought! Ferrari F355 GTS

[@piratetype]

As a fellow classic car owner, I would advise you to fuel the car with a fuel with lower ethanol content. E10 contains 10% ethanol which eats its way through fuel hoses and corrodes aluminium (especially in carburetors). Resulting in poor engine performance and potentially fires. Fuel up with E5 98 octane, or more preferably E0 if you can get hold of that. You even get more bang for your buck with the engine in the 355 :)

[@mrkmcknz]

I think ESSO supplies E0 out of pump.

[@manisbho]

@@mrkmcknz depends on the Esso that you visit but yup...

[@JDMEXforme]

Timeless classic. Its classy elegance and sportiness perfect.

[@MrJWW]

They made a special one in the 355 - just needs a few improvements!

[@robinsonsadventures2174]

355 is still one of the best sounding and prettiest cars to date in my opinion

[@vrsimulo1234]

Yup

[@Druze_Tito]

100%

[@ghost.driversuk]

These are the cars we want to see from back in the day, forget the rest. 😎👍🏻

[@vrsimulo1234]

Exactly

[@MarcSob22]

Interesting fact, you can modify the engine configuration for the 355 Challenge, and combined with direct exhaust you can get around 500hp in this car without problems and with original Ferrari parts! Great content!

[@KingReza]

355 Challenge had nothing different from normal 355 engine. Also not possible get 500hp out of this engine, and why care of HP when the car is perfect as-is. The only thing this cars need is OEM carbon seats + FHP upgrades. Also 355 Challenge had different damper ECU, its the same for Fiorano Handling Package FHP cars for road. So best to change to Tubi Style manifolds, cats + exhaust + bypass valve from Capristo + remote from Capristo. And try buy any FHP parts as challenge springs will be too hard for normal roads.

[@nin97]

You can't get 500hp out of an F355 without boost that's a crock of shit sorry.

[@quackyduck1499]

About 420hp from a 355 without major mods .... As in you've bought the wrong car if 500 is your goal

[@nin97]

@@quackyduck1499 Pretty much yes. That's with essentially every bolt on and experimental mod and possibly even standalone ECU with custom tuning. If you don't care about it being very streetable, then TODA makes stroker kits out of Japan. But you have to send your engine to them for the install and bench testing.

[@nighthawk0077]

@@nin97 I was about to say, also not sure what he means by engine configuration. You can't turn a V8 into an inline or straight engine.

[@Rx37Legacy]

You keep saying it's all manageable power as it is, yet you're gonna start tuning it and probably add 100 horses and ruin what makes it good....? Put the Capristo on, service it and drive.

[@MarcSob22]

Not ruin , my 355 has the headers of the 355 Challenge and a few more modifications , make about 500hp now, and is perfect the felling!

[@hasangenc2922]

@@MarcSob22 over 100hp more from headers? 🤔

[@MrSmith804]

You cannot be this illiterate about cars, the 355 can be upgraded with ferrari parts just by changing the layout a little bit, getting over 500hp at the crank easily. Learn a bit before talking nonsense.

[@Rx37Legacy]

@@MrSmith804 None of that relates to what i said... Read it again. BECAUSE the 355 has "only" 375 bhp one can use it much easier than a 800bhp car, like James has stated many times in his videos. Taking it up to 500 takes away a lot of that ability, which is what makes it fun. Might aswell just buy any run of the mill sportscar from 2022 instead....

[@W0o0dy]

@Rx37Legacy: I'm completely agreeing with you. I have my mx5 on upgraded suspension (adjustable) but the standard size 185 tyres (better rubber) on standard rims. It makes the car playful and fun but keeps speeds at sensible levels. Improve feel not speed, that's the true key to happiness, even after 16 years of ownership.

[@sultanmehmoodghaznavi6312]

when I was a kid I had an official large model of Ferrari Testarossa by Pirelli. it's tires were made by Pirelli's. this car is quite similar in design. it is still my dream car though.

[@aston-martin-internationalist]

I had a good look over this at Bicester Heritage when we had our SCC summer event - I do love them and definitely contemplating selling the Aston for one. It's still (to me), the prettiest modern era Ferrari and was something I lusted after as a kid. There's not a bad angle to them, they're wonderfully proportioned and are the epitome of what Ferrari are.

[@ChannelM20]

This car puts a big smile on my face 😂. New Ferraris might be faster and all, but I prefer the 80s/90s models

[@tomeddie14]

Hi James, what happened to the 355?

[@paulallen757]

I remember watching “The rock” for the 355 driving scene in San Fran over and over, I really wanted that car..

[@Toni62R]

Congrats to your beautiful Car! In my eyes it is the most beautiful (and best sounding) car on the planet...I bought mine in 2010 - and I hope, I will never sell my beloved F355 GTS 95 (2.7)

[@xanderm7553]

I think the 355 in this color is one of the most beautiful cars ever, the lines when you look at it side on is spectacular, i love the classic wedge design, congrats! I can only imagine what it would feel like to actually own one of these, without a miracle ill never come close

[@MrTimeless101]

F355 is always a classic beauty. Its good that airbag manufacturers have been able to reduce the size from those old devices.

[@airsoftmodels]

I may not be the only viewer more excited about the F355 arrival than I was with the McLaren, Porsche, and Aston Martin ones. Keep up the great work!

[@MrJWW]

😅

[@reddog8097]

Be good to see you on a road trip with Mr Seen Through Glass and his 360 and your 355!!

[@HellcatDreaminJosh]

Mr JWW Awesome Video I think it's awesome that you took your F355 on a road trip to Belgium and I think it's sounds absolutely incredible

[@andreimadalinneagu]

That guy with the i3 is a legend!!!

[@simon_1575]

Why is the audio in all your recent videos so bad?

[@sinantuna2859]

That Vacheron on that F355... what a combo that is mate!

[@FordSierraIS]

love the 355, beautiful lines. def not a mistake. also the sound is

[@richardcarter1000]

Wonderful. One of the greatest Ferrari's. Nothing sounds or drives like one.

[@SCDC-Channel]

My dream car!😍😍

[@charliespencer8896]

That 355 engine note. Wow. Keep up the great work guys. Also cool that Yorkie makes the odd cameo!

[@MrJWW]

:D

[@charliespencer8896]

@@MrJWW gutted how it panned out man. Only had the best of intentions. All the best.

[@DJ_NOOB]

I know it's not that fast compared to cars today but I'm totally on board with this purchase. I've always loved the look of the 355. I do wonder how much work/money it would take to make this a more exciting car. (aka faster)

[@gordonsimpson3235]

fast enough in a country with a 70 mph limit and clogged up roads!

[@DJ_NOOB]

@@gordonsimpson3235 lol true. And James makes a point about how the power it has is all usable so you get that sound reward.

[@dukiemoto8676]

Yep you’re on to something here James!👏The sound that Ferrari makes is very special🔥😌

[@MrJWW]

Looking forward to getting an exhaust on it!

[@sjm.photos]

@mrjww remember when clarkson said it was the best car in the world? how does it stand up today ?

[@pietrobaio7230]

What’s the chance you can test drive or check out the nardino 928 resto mod ?

[@sweetwater2128]

355 has always been a favorite, especially with the black grille in the back. Cheers

[@carseyeadmire]

Had to laugh when you said it was boiling at 33 degrees Celsius. That's a cool summers day here in Sydney. Add another 10 degrees to that then you have an idea of what hot is.

[@jordanfeltcorn1645]

@2:22 why does the shift get moved by a ghost? Lol anyone notice that?

[@VINTTRO]

We just love watching your video when classic Ferraris are involved, but to apply a PPS paint and change that interior, you need ahead shake. Everyone to their own mind. All the best

[@Annat0r]

Hey James, as always, love the video! I have to mention tho, this concours you went to is in the Netherlands, not Belgium. I recognized my home town immidiatly, and the concours was just a few miles down the road. Small oversight but thought I'd comment to make you aware. Keep up the awesome video's, always love watching your content!

[@Annat0r]

I see the title is changed now. It's funny to see in your next video you're in total believe that you're in Belgium te whole time. I would say you'd notice the difference in roads, roadsigns and mostly the absence of wiring above the ground. Love the Ferrari btw!

[@beinghappy1312]

Sound completely changes the experience of driving a vehicle. I have an e-scooter that sounds amazing, it goes as fast as a sports bike. It isn't the fastest thing out there but it's fast enough to be fun. However if it didn't have the great engine noise it wouldn't be nearly as fun.

[@roorider]

Truck spotting, that's brilliant 😂. Incredible sound

[@eiboogie]

Issues I’ve had with AC’s doing that is the blower probably has one of the fins broken causing it to be off and blow like that on high.

[@nighthawk0077]

Car sounds incredible, what exhaust is on there? Still have cats?

[@KarelBeelaertsvanBlokland]

Not sure your rubber hoses will like E10 fuel as it contains bioethanol melting rubber .... With classics always go for premium 98!

[@Theekylesmith178]

Love the Prodigy fire starter. I was serving in Bosnia 🇧🇦 at the time. Good times.

[@glenlipkens6647]

I got a question. What do you use to mount your phones in all of the cars you drive?

[@anthonypesec4858]

Hey, what's the update on this project?

[@BookerCan]

It's not for grip on the filler cap. It's to protect that nice paint job from petrol drips off that refuelling gun tip. I don't think it has a clear coat? Single Stage paint on 355's.

[@MrJWW]

Indeed but in that heat it was also very helpful 😂👍🏻

[@nathandrake6531]

that's the best MR2 I've seen

[@ism671]

I got that reaction with my 348,was usually jealousy 😅

[@Godspeed100]

Great 355 GTS lovely! 🙌🙏👏👏 and today was 33.5c in Miami 😁😜🤣💯

[@michaelshek8915]

The exhaust note reminds me of the 355 challenge arcade that has 3 screens 🤓 that I use to play alot

[@niklaspernelind768]

Love the 355! Mine is black and the sound is to die for🥳

[@MrJWW]

Congrats!

[@timgermanyjr]

Heat index here for the past 2 months has been close to 40 degrees.

[@claudesaliba1356]

Look forward to your journey with the F355. Steering wheel change should be no 1 on your list

[@MrJWW]

Definitely on the list 👍🏻

[@14rs2]

Pop up, up and down. Pop up, up and down. Pop up, up and down. POP UP UP AND DOWN HEADLIGHTS!!! Pop up up and down headlights.

[@jamespugh]

Looks like a amazing trip james. You in sam from see-throughglass need team up. Leave that car alone I say redone what needs done leave rest how it is.

[@KingReza]

Fantastic car James, looking forward to see more of this car :) You should try get carbon seats, I have carbon factory seats in my 355

[@Ferdi19751]

You right my Friend

[@xspeed996]

Not sure she liked the 95Ron E-10 fill up!

[@alexanderbeckman451]

absolutely incredible machine that is.. unbelievable, the sound is to die for and the look is stunning! Congrats James on the new car!

[@MrJWW]

Thanks Alexander - excited for this journey!

[@dansav4519]

What's the retail on one of those?

[@petetofani4896]

Can't beat the sound of a naturally aspirated Ferrari, plus the values continue to rise.

[@luisfsmachado]

2.15 Eur / Liter would be a dream right now. I've been paying close to 2.40 for 98 RON here in Portugal :( If you ever come here be sure to fill the tank before crossing the border from Spain!

[@Pietervdv]

When I moved to the border of Portugal and Spain, I was amazed at the difference in price. I save about 10 euros on a full tank.

[@martinboulden4388]

The old man in this video is the real wheeler dealer !

[@honzi98]

The 355 is cool, but that Vacheron 1921 on the wrist.. oh my God😍🤤

[@MrEG1991]

6:51 60 cents chaeper/litre for 98 octane than in Sweden

[@gabrielorsini9722]

That Playlist LORD IM OLD 40 JUST 40 AND WOW SEEMS LIKE YESTERDAY

[@Parjesh888]

Literally my dream car and life.

[@dphotos007]

The air conditioner needs serving. The noise is not normal. The 355 engine has the best sound note out of all their vintage models. They are selling from $210,000-300,000 here in the states and will reach the 246 Dino prices. I was looking at a 355 or a 430 four years ago and I bought a 430. I made a mistake. O well, the more I look at the 355’s the more I love it. I hate the paddle system. Manual is the way to go.

[@WRAIIITH]

When are we getting the Sport Classic drive? GTS looks great btw James, can’t wait for the build to start ✌🏻

[@MrJWW]

Embargo lifts 19th

[@colbee4894]

You daredevil you - taking the F355 on continental roadtrip the day after you pick it up! A/C is fairly meek in these to begin with but the blower fans shouldn't resemble a hurricane, suspect your bearings are failing but just for grins cycle through your vent control, recirc, and stop buttons as you may have something interfering - the interior foam insulation does breakdown with age and can blast out of the vents. Not sure about fuel options in Europe these days but I find the car runs much better without ethanol if you can find it even with a slight sacrifice in octane level. Have fun!

[@MrJWW]

Thanks for the info! 👍🏻 You’ll find the next episode quite amusing 😅

[@leonchen9215]

It's my childhood dream car too !!!

[@Chrisagnew1988]

James what watch is it that you are wearing. Vacheron American ?

[@MrJWW]

Yes Sir 👍🏻 ‘1921’

[@Chrisagnew1988]

@@MrJWW what a timepiece. The original drivers watch 👌👌👌

[@abkcharters]

Do you still have this car?

[@stevedekorte]

I don’t recall my gas cap getting hot. Might want to have a mechanic look at that(?)

[@GazMoby]

Enjoying the 355 content.

[@fil44]

Cool Sun glasses mate

[@MrJWW]

Thanks they are our own design! www.BrandJWW.com 😎👍🏻

[@Schmitzelhaus]

´What’s the Story Morning Glory´ was 1995, so i´m pretty sure Spotify is right about ´Don´t look back in anger´. We´re old, mate... 😅

[@neil12011]

Nice car. What’s the retail on one of those?

[@MrJWW]

“More than you can afford pal…Ferrari” man that guy was such a douche ha ha but what a scene! 😅 Off to watch F&F now!

[@ToJoseGarcia]

I took a big risk one time too. After I got the car home it wouldn't start again. Found a loose ignition wire from a botched alarm removal.

[@MrJWW]

Yeah tune in for the next episode 😅

[@wimdepril6920]

Yes indeed, mine had a nineties anti-theft device in it too when I bought it. It was the first thing to go ✔️

[@bimush123]

Hey Mr jww what shade are you rocking ?

[@MrJWW]

www.BrandJWW.com 😎👍🏻

[@rogermoure1]

Be careful.. using Super 95 E 10 gasoline is a mistake. You have to use SP98 or SP05 E5 but not E10

[@Zepherian]

Ah, the good old 355, where appreciation and maintenance cost are in a permanent race to the finish line! The 360 isn't as pretty but makes a similar noise and probably easier to live with, but hard(ish) to find in manual. I know a bald chap in London who could sell you one James if you twist his arm a bit...

[@imPaulz]

Hi brother I am huge fan of your video...... Cars🔥

[@markbennett6367]

Great car James...!! Well done..👍

[@MrJWW]

😅 thanks Mark!

[@xxferrarimanxx1543]

The rubber flap next to fuel filler on the car is to prevent the fuel pump from scratching the bodywork.......it’s obvious actually!

[@scottwaszak698]

With a Capristo...best sounding road car ever made.

[@ngekseng]

power at the very top..so basically like v8 a honda vtec engine

[@GOLDINVEST17]

So dreams do come true!

[@tonyknox6739]

Congrats on the 355 James just a reminder James not allowed to touch that mobile when you're driving now mate , set an example now James

[@WheelzOH]

when you said re spray it i died inside! peal-able paint is slightly different

[@sjm.photos]

EB110 my fave car

[@ozeskiman]

I had the 355GTS.. still got the gold day date... with diamonds. 🤣

[@multiworx]

I want to see a Casio G Shock on the channel 😎

[@dancundiff3316]

The gas flap is to protect the pain from being chipped by the gas nozzle during refueling.

[@peterh225]

The Event was not in Belgium but Holland😂👍

[@JamesMH]

The flap by the filler cap is so you don’t drip petrol on the paint

[@MrJWW]

Ah! Actually really came in handy holding a very hot fuel filler cap 😂👍🏻

[@screwge84]

I just want to see an episode where Frank eats different ice creams.

[@CharlieDrives]

Did you just refer to the interior as pipe and slippers 😂😂 nice acquisition buddy! 💪

[@MrJWW]

I did 😂👍🏻

[@CharlieDrives]

@@MrJWW haha cool. Look forward to seeing your plans for it. I need to do similar to the interior for my Esprit! Gotta love a 90s supercar!!!

[@stuartbissell2255]

The breakdown at the end. When I saw E10 petrol going in I didn’t think it would be compatible 😬🤔

[@MrJWW]

It wasn’t the fuel

[@LaGantoise]

What's the name of this event, Sir? From the looks of it I need to be attending.

[@MrJWW]

Days Of Elegance 👍🏻

[@Life_42]

2:59 MIAMI my home city!

[@MrObiwan1]

Still such a beautiful car :)

[@Templar7832]

Love you James been with you for years but stripping that ferrari down and getting rid of that interior is not a great plan mate! Leave her as she is! And do be careful revving the nuts off an old car while not under load... Keep it up Still the best in the biz. 🙂

[@eriksitker]

I have one of these and it is more expensive than an F22 Raptor to maintain.

[@peterh225]

Altough All the challenges it’s a magic car☝️ Please keep sharing your experiences and expected / unexpected costs on a F355😎 (btw 95 fuel? No 98 compulsary?)

[@ism671]

By the looks of it the alternative was diesel,makes you wince thinking about that E10 eating the fuel line 😬tho...

[@HenzPowell]

@@ism671 That's why the fuel was cheap. Shit station. Just came back from France last week and 98 Sans Plom was 2.32pL

[@davidfernandes7254]

News about this car and the future project?