My FIRST DRIVE in the AMG ONE!

The day has arrived for my first drive in the brand new Mercedes-AMG ONE! A road car with a Formula 1 engine, at the Nurburgring GP circuit, and permission to push it flat out - the stuff of my dreams. Join me for the full experience with AMG to see what it's all about!
It's been a long time coming with numerous hurdles along the way, but finally the most successful F1 engine of all time is ready to be fired up in a car that can be bought by the public. Only 275 ONEs are to be made and a lot has been said without regards to the time it has taken to get to production, the weight of 1,695k and the relatively 'low' power output of 1,063hp, but there's always more to a story like this, and what a story it is.
Mercedes have dominated the Formula 1 world championship during the 1.6l TT V6 era with Lewis Hamilton, Nico Rosberg, Valteri Bottas and now George Russel driving cars powered by a derivative of the very engine that you can now find with a simple start button in a road car. The feat cannot be underestimated, no longer is a full crew of mechanics required but you and I can hop in, press the button and away we go with a spine-tingling 11,000rpm available.
On a personal level as an AMG fan and obsessive customer, a supporter of the Mercedes-AMG F1 team, and somebody who appreciates road cars with true motorsports connections; this is the car I have been looking forward to driving the most in recent years. Therefore, when the opportunity came up to head to the Eifel Mountains despite it being Car Week, it didn't take long to decide to postpone my trip to California to be at the Nurburgring for a day to never forget.
With the morning kicking off in the rain, and therefore a few slow laps following Bernd Schneider in the AMG GT Black Series to test out the different modes; EV, Race Safe, Race Plus and Strat 2, fortunately it clears up and the team let me have another go... and what a go it is!
Today we'll take a full look through the AMG ONE experience; from the procedure to start it up, to how the driving modes work and ultimately what it's like to drive at pace around a race circuit. I still can't believe this day actually happened and am exceptionally thankful to all involved; what a piece of engineering, what an experience, and what a car.
Thanks for watching, Tim
Chapters:
00:00 Intro
01:26 AMG ONE Walkaround
03:20 Engine Start Procedure
06:17 Track: EV & Race
10:38 Track: Race Plus & Strat 2
14:12 Exterior & Engine Tour
17:39 On-track
18:06 Complete Interior Tour
26:01 Full Throttle Track Session
33:32 Final Thoughts
36:46 Wrap Up
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[@MannyKhoshbinyt]

This was an absolute treat to watch! I can't wait till I can get my hands on my AMG One on order!

[@Bartek-cx5gz]

won't be road legal in US...

[@Shmee150]

Can't wait to see it in your fantastic garage!

[@Sonderax]

@@Bartek-cx5gz not rn. Mercedes are working on it

[@Bartek-cx5gz]

@@Sonderax good to hear that, hope they make it for US

[@Score4L]

did you get the bugatti mistral or not and cant wait for next video manny

[@vgaavin7031]

The emotional connection of driving cars is never usually portrayed through videos, but the noises, looking at the speedo whilst the car was going through corners and also Tim's reaction made it quite obvious what this car does to the driver. Truly special.

[@josephoduor2358]

30:40 EPIIIIC!

[@r.blacky341]

No!! this is only a small V6 and some other car are much faster and have better Sound! Aston Martin Valkyrie thats a much more better car there have a V12!!

[@scotthastings8845]

@@r.blacky341 your point doesn’t make sense. He’s said it must be a something very special if it makes Tim act like that…..and you should agree considering Tim has driven many many insane cars.

[@jackfeuerbach1507]

tim is a wonderful example of somebody who shows every ounce of emotions he feels, thank you for this absolute gem of a video shmee

[@arim850]

@@r.blacky341 this is faster and that v12 is a mercedes engine😂😂😂

[@BrendanEvan]

If you told someone you’d bought a new car with a 1.6L hybrid they would NOT expect this

[@aaronwestley3239]

"you bought a new Prius?"😂

[@r.blacky341]

Sorry this car is not so good to heavy ,engine not enough power some other car are faster and look better,look the Aston Martin Valkyrie thats the new dream car with a V12!!

[@aaronwestley3239]

@@r.blacky341 why on earth are you so salty on something you'll only ever get to see on KZbin? Are you a customer of the AMG One? Have you driven it already?? Are you a car engineer?

[@imranzakaev3191]

@@r.blacky341 if your comment is paid it's good but if you don't get paid it's ridiculous

[@imranzakaev3191]

@@r.blacky341 not even idiot will buy that Britishit crap LOL

[@kyleo8909]

Tim always finds the rainy days to drive the coolest hypercars. I can't imagine the anxiety I would feel if the road was wet in a multimillion dollar car

[@Shmee150]

Tell me about it

[@anuragmeshram04]

The other AMG ONE was actually driven by Mat Watson from Carwow!

[@johndrake2147]

Doug de Muro is gonna have a field day with the quirks and features

[@Duvstep910]

the closest i have ever gotten to driving this car is in forza; but seeing you getting to drive it for real is otherworldly. Congrats on your success so far shmee and here's to many more. Big up from Jamaica

[@phillipcampbell4058]

Jamaica in the house

[@scienceverse9560]

I haven't even drive it in Forza cause I'm not having Forza so my condition worst then you 🤣🤣🤣

[@fyfyi6053]

Personally I don't give a care about a hypercar that's not made for racing. I prefer cars like Mosler, ktm x bow gtx, porsche gt1 evo, saleen, pagani zonda gr, and other hypercars that are actually racing competitively and have been racing for years.

[@sterling215]

This is an episode I’ve been waiting for. Shmee150 you’re amazing man. Thanks for the great content. Have a great day and stay safe everyone

[@Shmee150]

Thanks for the support

[@alvarokoteli3643]

@@Shmee150 finally, is this a british or german car, what can you call it?

[@jordanshreds747]

I could feel your excitement and enthusiasm vicariously through the experience. Since I've started following your channel, you've never once taken you privilege for granted. You work, you grind, and you've been rewarded for it. Fantastic video, fantastic laps, and I am so excited for you to take delivery of your Zenvo. This though, this was a real treat!

[@4g6335r]

All those noises from the car while in the drivers seat is like a symphony on awesomeness!!!

[@Dildo_Shwaggins]

Damn Tim you have come a long way from when i started watching you in the purple r8 to now driving AMG one on nurburgring gp! keep up the great work man!!

[@IDv8I]

So proud of you bud, I could feel your emotion and couldn't be happier for you.

[@TedwardDrives]

just the most outrageous sound at those revs!!! Nicely done

[@mikeysmall88]

Great video as always Tim. Your natural enthusiasm and excitement is what makes your channel so good ! Good driving too by the way ..

[@sputnikalgrim]

These last few track videos have been something very special! Thank you for bringing us along Tim

[@TheRemz0901]

The way the combustion engine can just kick in at whichever speed and take over, or shut off and carry on with EV without a glimpse of bother is pretty nuts tech

[@prism_chan]

The things I would do to be there right now.. I’m really excited and happy for you man. Thank you for doing this for us. ❤️💯

[@wiggy7824]

I bet when you heard you would get the chance to drive this beast you couldn't believe your luck. I've been lucky to see one of the other development cars at Brixworth recently and in the flesh it is a absolute epic piece of engineering. And yeah the engines are so small it's quite impressive how much power they put out.

[@carlotarantino7462]

Legendary drive, comments. A true masterpiece of this amazing world that is the automotive one. Happy to support you Tim from the early days. You are able to let people, us, feel what is like to drive cars like these. It’s an honor to be part of your dream. The emotion though your last words in the final straight line is amazing. True person, true car enthusiast. Happy for your successes, it’s just the beginning.

[@calvincheung8138]

Always loved your channel Tim! One of the truly best super/hyper car reviewers of all time! Family friendly and basically no drama. Staying true to the subject of just cars and having fun! You truly are an inspiration and a role model!

[@HarrisonNevel]

Mercedes’ can’t tease you with that drive and not give you an allocation for one 😂 let him buy one Mercedes! Or build 1 more for shmee haha

[@MuhammadKharismawan]

He'd barely use it, just as he rarely use the Senna either, totally track focused car isn't Shmee's favorite, they basically are weekend queens where he can make time and content centered around them.

[@philangundze1885]

@@MuhammadKharismawan Barely??? This is Shmee we're talkin about. He daily drives the heck out of an SF90. He'd probably drive the heck out of the AMG One.😂😂😂

[@racecrasher99]

@@philangundze1885 A SF90 is not a fully track focused car like the Senna or AMG One. The Ferrari is almost like a GT car

[@philangundze1885]

@@racecrasher99 I am fully aware, I was just making the point that shmee respects all of his cars enough to drive them a lot, all over the world even. He probably drives them more off-camera. Saying "he'd barely use it" just doesnt sound accurate.😂

[@Kieran_OPC]

@@MuhammadKharismawan you realise he has insurance that limits his senna and gt putting miles on? It's a UK thing.. plus he has probably one of the highest mileage focus rs heritage out there since all of them I've seen are bubble queens on delivery or near delivery miles😂

[@printartistv8]

That flying lap was absolutely incredible to watch. Actually got emotional watching it, it felt so raw! Unreal, so so good Tim. You’re a lucky fella! Great work

[@jamesbarbato2463]

Shmee, I love how genuinely excited you get tested and driving new cars.

[@louisdv4810]

This man is a legend in the game one of the pioneers of automotive youtube amazing to see what you achieved

[@karlbuckley8346]

I had basically dismissed this car but after seeing it in action and hearing it, I’m now a fan. Aaah Tim you’re truly living the dream, I live vicariously through your vids.

[@AudreyH48]

Such an epic car. You can feel how special it is by your reaction to the dry laps. That outside view passing by was impressive!

[@javansarmiento7151]

THE AMOUNT OF TIMES TIM GETS TO SAY "IM TRYING TO COME UP WITH WORDS" JUST GOES TO SHOW YOU HOW MANY UNREAL THINGS HE GETS TO DO, SO AWESOME, CANT WAIT TO SEE MANNY DRIVE ONE

[@Tristanbirdyt]

Good evening Shmee150 hope you’re doing well I just want to say a massive thank you for your videos they are absolutely brilliant and thank you so much for all the effort you put into them I really love your videos thank you Tristan

[@Shmee150]

Thank you so much

[@49tkscott]

Absolutely epic, love the passion, the emotions and the driving skills. Well done mate, you have grafted and earned it.

[@vishnoyv4377]

31:10 It was so touching to see you so emotional here, truly a day you'll never forget, thanks for bringing us along!

[@777xaviation6]

Finally! After waiting for quite a while, you finally did it Tim! I guess it'll just be a matter of time till you'll have one in the collection then? Ultimate expression of engineering prowess , if I do say so myself

[@mikeritchie492]

Absolutely incredible video Tim so cool to see this car in action after hearing about it for so many years.

[@Republic-Of-Me-Travel]

Well done, its so great to see your absolutely genuine gratitude for this moment in your channel!

[@clembillingsly1873]

The trust they have in you to drive such a car in the wet speaks volumes. Thanks for the continuous stream of high quality content Tim!

[@morrisonben]

Very rarely do we get to see you speechless, this was one of those moments. A brilliant opportunity and a great video to watch! Incredible stuff

[@HQBProductions]

Tim…your enthusiasm is so special. You drive cars we may never even see and let us have a glimpse of what they are like. Good work and keep being special!

[@coreyburgman3876]

Congrats shmee this was an amazing video. Something you should be very proud of. I remember Clarkson introducing me to cars like the murcielago, P1, the zonda, and so many more. I’ll never forget getting to watch you experience this for the first time. The first real introduction to AMG One. Thank you for making it an unbelievable one.

[@SumSock41]

It is great for Shmee that he practices some tracking on nurburgring, doing so the brands trusts him more to lend him a car like this. And we also love to see him around the track and seeing how he has evolved as an enthusiast.

[@guldtegel]

Tim, I’ll tell you what, I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now, and this is by far the best one. The true emotion you felt during this experience I felt in my own way just watching you experience this machine! Epic brother just absolutely epic! That’s gonna be a hard one to top ha ha ha! You’ve built your relationship with the company and you’ve earned this drive, all I have to say is thank you for sharing it with all of us! I really enjoyed it and I felt the level special while doing so, congratulations!!! Well done sir all the best to you, keep the epic content coming 😎✊👌 -Tim G 🇺🇸

[@sebastiancurley5755]

This is truly incredible!! Love all of the super/hyper car videos. Don’t stop please!!!

[@dansheingold8195]

An absolute epic run with Hybrid. Never seen you feel so blessed to get the chance to be able this fantastic trackmonster. Started out to watch the video on my IPad but switched to the TV after a couple of seconds of driving, i am glad that I did. Oooohboy this video was an absolute treat! Thank you Tim!!! Continue to make these awesome ones!!❤️

[@luisoliveira4558]

31:15 Shmee150 are you cryinng??? I love the passion you put into each video😉

[@AutomotiveAvocation]

Finally some action videos for the AMG One! Embargo? EPIC!!!

[@Frostbite05]

You know it’s an epic car when Shmee end up all emotional about the drive. Been watching you all the way since the Aston Martin V8 Vantage period but never saw you see emotional. Such an amazing video, such an amazing car.

[@brian_and_the_car]

Congrats on the opportunity Tim and thanks for sharing! It was nice to live vicariously through you for this one.

[@justinflick6802]

Hey Shmee that is an amazing experience. Love the content!

[@razzaowsty95]

pure emotion and passion, utterly jealous man. vid was incredible as usual, so informative but so down to earth at the same time

[@Yojikman]

ONE of the best videos Tim, absolutely EPIC!!!

[@zlm001]

I'm glad you got to go out again. You could just tell how awesome it was by the grin that never left your face. The benefit of having the GT in front of you was that you could easily tell how much more the One had in the bag. Seems like Mercedes got the right mix of race car and luxury refinement so that it's readily and easily enjoyable but there's still ample room to push it in ways that help live out the fantasy.

[@hiibuddiie]

Can’t believe you’ve been given the chance to kill it round the Nurburgring in one of the most exclusive cars of this generation! I really do believe you have achieved the maximum car nut dream! Don’t think anyone deserved it more than you Shmee!

[@jeremystoupas6165]

Great video Tim. Quite an emotional experience for you. Full of passion and emotion, you remind me of the legendary Murray Walker … ! The car is incredible too. I look forward to future on-track reviews of it against other current hypercars.

[@gregcolley9980]

Wow love it what an amazing experience you lucky man.shame about the rain a real special goose bumps drive.what a few months it's been for you driving the dream after dream after dream and sharing it with the world,so jealous.love the channel

[@SyLeowMy]

So much chills looking at this ! Congratulations Shmee ! Thanks for bringing us in this

[@davidbrown6193]

Ah Tim, Congratulations! Your joy is palpable! Still feeling happy, as I write this, that you were able to plumb some of the car's potential in the dry. It really is an engineering tour de force! Cheers to you dear chap!! 💯🥂

[@wikkid1show569]

What I found most fascinating about the car is what I expect from a car . The grip is utterly ridiculous and in the wet . My eyes were in awe of how he handled the car . It's amazing to see how much was done right. My hat's off to Mercedes AMG . I did get a chance to drive the Hammer and now I know...Cheers all and great go Tim ...EPIC...

[@gowwar491]

The pb is the weight… it’s just too heavy.

[@jamesr5741]

I love how you put in at the beginning a sample of what's to come later. Get's it exciting and feels like an episode of Top Gear.

[@brandonscully]

Hands down your best, most raw and emotional, on track car review ever.

[@odono3095]

If you were ever to see what pure joy 😊 looks like,, this is it 👌

[@aayangoverski3437]

Look at Shmee uploading a video daily. Definitely the hardest working automotive KZbinr

[@Shmee150]

Always trying to share the best stuff with you guys!

[@aayangoverski3437]

@@Shmee150 absolutely and I really appreciate it

[@Tom-ik6xk]

Never seen you this honest and emotional about a car or the experience with it....congrats and amazing to watch

[@WayApp]

Incredible footage! Your first drive in the AMG ONE was the stuff dreams are made of. Thanks for sharing this epic experience with us!

[@DrCrunkMusic]

I think the main reason for the lack of dct was length due to engine layout but lighter yes and also very important, it so efficiently recovers power that they torque fill the gear changes with the energy to help manage the battery

[@kshakeel2910]

AMazingG car! Great review. Maybe in another life I’ll get to drive one!

[@redporschekilla]

Tim…. I’ve been following you and your channels since forever… I’m a petrol head, I appreciate everything automotive and motorcycle for that matter… one of the manny manny reasons I’m a constant watcher and enjoyer of your content is, feeling your excitement, your emotions. You make me feel that I’m sitting shotgun in the AMG1, or your Senna, or your GT or, or, or! For that I’m thanking you! You’re one of the few who can translate a visual into a feel… that’s rare m8! Keep rocking, and yes I’ve still got the chills from those laps.. incredible

[@MarcelloPiccirillo05]

Love the AMG One Tim it’s great to see having fun around the track with that beast love it 🔥🔥🔥

[@jarnosaarinen4583]

Not only to drive that masterpiece but to be on the track with King Bernd!

[@emmy4949]

What an experience, so cool.

[@davepyne62]

Your Joy was evident Tim. Well done to Mercedes for bringing this to production sounds awesome.

[@parrisbates]

I have been waiting for this exact video. Thank you Tim.

[@allensaunders449]

You deserve a first drive. You are amgs best spokesman

[@joannerodgers5360]

One of the best liverys on any car

[@TCE63]

Tim- yet another fantastic experience you gave shared with all! Living the dream

[@nicksenne1057]

I have been watching your videos for years and this is hands down the best one!

[@stivesyy]

I watch every single one of your videos without fail and I can tell this car is incredibly special to you. Maybe some day one day one will join ranks with the other Shmeemobiles!

[@VRDriving]

This is one of the best cars release this year!

[@MrNobodylikesyou]

Everything youve done has led you to this moment .. youve earned it .. you deserve it .. great vid!

[@b3n5chn31d3r]

You were ON IT down the front straight. HUGE speed. Watching you over the years become such a talented driver is so very impressive. Congradulations on all your success and the opportunity not only drive the AMG ONE but to share the experience will all of us. I've heard so much "hate" around this car but it's all by people (and journalists) who fail to realize how impressive the technology behind this masterpiece really is. One of the most impressive cars ever built without question. CHEERS!!

[@bmxer4ever]

I have to admit, in all the years I've been watching you, I've never seen you so blown away by a driving experience. Those dry laps looked like some of the best moments of your life.

[@bamzilla.]

I haven't been a big fanboy for the AMG One. So many delays and hype. But that has got to be one of the most insane driving experience ever. Sounds absolutely unreal.

[@jameshill8711]

Brilliant upload Tim, you never cease to amaze.

[@luke_3_113]

I've seen a few slightly underwhelming vids of this car, but seeing Shmee so excited and loving it, really brings the enjoyment and wow factor of this car. Good job!

[@nicksimpson88]

theres nothing shmee loves more than some good driving modes

[@johnnytampocao7671]

Absolutely fantastic experience, this is as close as driving an F1 car in an F1 circuit. This video is even better than Lewis demo video I guess. VERY SPECIAL AS YOU'VE SAID.🤣🤣🤣

[@dnanspickler9720]

I'm HERE for this video 💙💙💙 Been waiting for days 💙💙💙

[@bling1634]

Shmee it’s amazing to watch you feel your dreams

[@Sonderax]

Anyone noticed Shmee has been driving a lot of hyper cars recently and his Zenvo is just days away? Why do i feel like as much as he's making the amazing videos, he's mentally and physically preparing for the power of the Zenvo?

[@gpaje]

You know Shmee is on another level when you see him in the background of Top Gear's Chris Harris Video about this car, casually in his race suit getting ready for his run.

[@stuartblack9258]

Wow! Just wow!! Thankyou Tim that was awesome!!👍 love the uploads keep them coming top top automotive & car content!

[@Justme0495]

Absolutely great video! And seeing Tim tearing up at the end is truly something special. Something none car guys probably cant even feel. The level of emotion a car can evoque in you ;)

[@GetOverHereMK]

_"The most successful Formula 1 engine of all time."_ I think Ford would like a word, Tim, about the Cosworth DFV. ;-)

[@jamesryanwigley]

Knowing shmee, and the cars he’s owned, the cars he’s driven. Seeing him lose his composure and be speechless about a car says so much!! I would give anything to experience this

[@SrenHansenDK]

one of your best videos ever. Very emotional and genuine

[@colinhutcheson1365]

You are a lucky man Tim, hard work pays off, keep up the great work

[@issalaflame4675]

This brought tears to my eyes..what a car, what a sound Speechless Thank you Shmee, for sharing with all of us. Thank you

[@Jimmythefish577]

Tears to your eyes? Really?

[@zebra3519]

Tim is up to his time travelling tricks again. Spot on.

[@anthonycummins7617]

Tim, I felt the thrill of your actions through you, thank you! 👍

[@alekspen]

I think we needed this content to actually see and hear it to get the hype back around it- it is very special and worth the wait

[@gaz484]

Epic. Just epic. Now get the new McLaren Solus GT around the Nurburgring 😎😂🙏. Great content Tim.

[@mufc_kenny8186]

Might take awhile because it's still in early testing mode and full of bugs. They don't want too much negative press.

[@pikusienty2707]

Huayra R, Apollo IE now Amg One it just keeps getting better. Amazing work Shmee!

[@Shmee150]

It's been a ridiculous August so far

[@amexcinema]

This was a joy to watch. I’m so happy for you Tim! I’d like to think that you have one on order, that we will hear about soon

[@00Donkey00]

So awesome! Thank you Shmee!