Racing Driver leaves Dad speechless Reaction in Porsche GT2 RS at the Nurburgring!

[@afriKENN]

"still not comfortable but I have full confidence in you" Nice father son moment there

[@david_pittard]

Yes absolute

[@RotrexfezST]

Then words would have made his whole career worth it..having your dads trust in something you love is everything!

[@dustinp26]

@@RotrexfezST It's not just trusting something he loves... I don't really know what that means. He's literally trusting his life in his son's hands. That is everything.

[@RotrexfezST]

@@dustinp26 pretty much what I’m saying,the fact his dad trust him and enjoys the ride is everything to him. Them words I trust you will have made his whole career worth the effort and the effort to become the driver he is.

[@drederickferksen2643]

8:01 for the people that wanne see.

[@migaeldannhauser]

@1:45 The rate at which his joy turns to into sheer terror is amazing

[@Blu3Cruiz3r]

You can really see how his mind struggles to process everything - especially the rate of speed at which they're approaching the other cars and the corner.

[@david_pittard]

This is an accurate description of his experience!

[@imthebest200]

Didn't realize that bump was so harsh on that corner.

[@HelixBeats98]

Yay i was your 1000th like

[@claudebaron9525]

The face he had ...... priceless , boy he wasn’t feeling safe that’s for sure , it looks like he was battling himself, on one side he wanted to trust his son about he knew what he was doing, but on the other side his brains were receiving to many information on what he was seeing and feeling the G-forces and the sounds especially of the skweaking tires, but the more it goes and the more he loosened up, that was a day they will both remembered for the rest of their life’s

[@david_pittard]

Hahah yes absolutely! A lot of emotions going on right there! Hopefully the main one being fun! 😃

[@claudebaron9525]

@@david_pittard funny thing is , for some peoples ( I included) going fast and faster is extremely fun and I can even affirm it’s kinda addictive, wiles for others peoples they’re absolutely scared shitless of it, so much that some actually shit in their pants, as a good example one of my friend bought a motorcycle one day and he had a lots of fun....for a couples of months, then wiles making a unturned in a gas station he lost his balance and fell on the side, a small scratch on the knee, nothing dramatic, but he just realized that he could get hurt on this, and just like that he sold it, that’s the type 1 were I put a good 90% of the populations, wiles on the type 2 you have other that only wants mores we’re I am way more of the type 2 since up to now I died 3 times and every times I’ve woke up after a bike crashes at the hospital the only thing I want to do is getting back on a bike, pepoles always ask me if am scared the first time I get back on a bike and the only answer I know is waving theme bye bye and pulling a wheely as soon as I get a few feet’s done.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍

[@bthull]

There is only a small handful of people aside from pro drivers that I will sit with as ballast. After instructing for years and having a couple scares its just not worth it to give up the control!

[@claudebaron9525]

@@bthull thanks ..... i guess ! You talk about a small handful of peoples who would be crazy enough to willingly go for a rides with a ( bad ass ) ( I guess that’s what you meant ) , what’s funny is even if only a small groups of peoples are like that, they’ll always find a way to find each other, and my groups of friends we say we’re 3% of the populations, and I’m really not a professional driver, but a serious speed addict and if I had the occasion I would gladly would do it, even more weird if I would have the chance of driving it, I would be super happy of it, I know many will say that but when the time comes it’s a whole other story , I just say give me the chance for fun and I’ll show you, sure I’m. Not gonna beat the record but I’m ready to bet that I’m not gonna be the slowest either. 😂😂👍👍👍👍

[@claudebaron9525]

@@coco11118 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂 I’m 54 and I had only 21 bikes in my life, I’m literally one of the founding members of the breakwheely started that in 1992, believe me the biggest difference between now and then is the quality of the tires, todays tires grips like crazy glue on asphalt, back then I don’t remember how many times that instead of gripping and pulling the breakwheely the front tires just lock and you had no choice of putting a foot on the grounds for the bike not to lye down in the middle of the streets, anyway for me what I was saying is just that for unknown reason so many peoples then to bragged that they go fast and do this and that , but in reality they wish they would do it, but they’re scared, if something! They are the intelligent ones, because I can’t say that I didn’t show often signs of intelligence myself, sure I had a lots of fun’s and motorcycles are extremely fun but it still extremely dangerous too, even in the motorcycles worlds I meet a lots of peoples who always bragging, but when we got to rides, theirs always something wrong for themes, so many peoples brags of many things but thoses who do act are in reality very few, and it’s a bless because if their was many peoples who would be like they brags it would be a crazy worlds out there but anyway I have nothing to prouve to anyone’s , just saying that I certainly don’t have the budget to have a run of this track on something a bit better than my Hyundai Santa Fe 😂, but if I had the opportunity to fly there and have a go on this track, I wouldn’t hesitated , has a passenger I would have to know who’s the driver and if I trust him/ her, but has to drive myself !? Count me in this second, and if you offered this to anyones, many would say yes, but once there , they would probably have a reason like they’re sick

[@mgcharoudin]

Nice lap!

[@Lonespark]

Hi Misha!

[@samuel0403]

If given the same car, who would win on the ring? You or david?

[@Miv51miv51]

That car is so stupid fast... Always a pleasure watching.

[@kevtalbot137]

@@samuel0403 I'm going to put all of my worldly possessions on David.

[@david_pittard]

Nice car mishaaa 😎

[@KaneaudioUK]

As a dad and car enthusiast, this video brought a tear to my eye, what an experience for him on an emotional and physical level! This is the stuff of dreams.

[@GTRuppsala]

To me to...

[@david_pittard]

Ah amazing! Looking back I can see what you mean! At the time we were just driving faaaaast!

[@ManlyMan.]

This was great - I used to race when I grew up and dad took me around tracks - sadly he died almost 15 years ago now - a few months before that I took him around a track, this line "still not comfortable but I have full confidence in you" brought back a lot of memories, 36 now - sitting here smiling and crying at the same time. Also, really nice driving and amazing car!

[@desire_002]

Sad to hear my friend. Im glad your dad gave you those experiences and you returned the favor.

[@memsus2346]

well now you've gone and said that, I'm crying too, manly man

[@MichaelOZimmermannJCDECS]

the Porsche engine sounds like a perfectly oiled clock...

[@MrPuneeth17]

No one can put this into a better term, my friend!

[@HH-pb5sc]

I dont know what clocks you have in your house... but I want one!

[@mclaynebalzly1739]

Boxer 6s sound the best in my opinion. I have a 1965 Chevy corvair which is the first rear engined passenger car sold in the us and it has a 2.7 liter boxer 6 nestled behind the rear axle. The songs it sings fill me with sheer bliss

[@david_pittard]

She’s a weapon!

[@AnteFuerst]

@@mclaynebalzly1739 congratulation for your great car.

[@loudandclearmedia]

5:25 as they blow by a 911 Dad: "that must be so disappointing" lol

[@Nyjawonder]

t some point his dad was probably wishing he had raised an accountant instead

[@djdarklyceum]

When you said "It's like having the fastest car in Grand Turismo" I felt that!

[@deldridg]

Lovely video and much appreciated. Years ago I had a Ducati sports bike and at a family gathering, took some family members for a short slow lap on it, about 1km. Dad, who used to ride couldn't wait to get off and said so in his kindly way, despite me not going over 40 km/h (I'm a very experienced rider). Mum got on and at the end of our slow lap, she yelled "doesn't this thing go David?". I said to hang on and fired it up on another lap. She absolutely loved it! A few years after that I took her for a blast in a 911 I owned at the time and she was grinning and giggling like a school girl. Not so my dad, who being a superb driver himself (once as a professional) is ever the nervous passenger. Great memories! Cheers from Sydney, Aust - Dave

[@EssentialRC]

Brilliant. Enjoyed that. Thanks for sharing.

[@spinosaurusrex11]

Your Dad went from speechless and terrified at the beginning to grinning at 6 minutes to laughing and joking at the end. Meanwhile you looked like you were just heading out for coffee. Well done.

[@TheHjkkkl]

I recently lost my dad to cancer. This video was full of emotions for me. He was a porsche fan, and I will hopefully bring the car he left me to the nurburgring before I sell it. I think it will make him happy up there.

[@AoVRelentless]

Seeing you drive with so much respect for the car and track is so fulfilling. You easily could have pushed this car to it's limit, and no doubt scared your dad to balding, but there was no need. Very professional and his reaction is the most beautiful thing you will ever see. Treasure this moment!

[@Kristoffelsson]

What I was thinking too. I saw he was taking it easy, I have driven there both for real and a lot more ln my living room so I know the track pretty well.

[@freddie_connor9202]

he was driving on cold tires too and it looked a bit damp so you can’t blame him

[@au1317]

3:30 quick maffs oversteer

[@NOXXism]

That could have ended really badly, the average driver would have killed himself right there

[@PedroTRamos1]

@@NOXXism LOL its not that crazy of a save my guy.

[@NOXXism]

@@PedroTRamos1 That's not what I said?

[@PedroTRamos1]

@@NOXXism I´m saying an average driver would be fine, a bad driver would be in trouble.

[@justamanchimp]

I wouldn't quite describe that as oversteer actually. The crest peaks in the middle of that turn and so the car lifts because of the forward momentum of going up the hill. When the weight is being propelled upwards the wheels lose traction for a moment, all you do is keep the steering angle and kinda catch the cars weight as it lands. Too fast you'll get too much air and by the time you land you'll be too close or on the grass and then into the barrier lol But the point is that this isn't oversteer and happens every single time you go through this corner if you're going fast enough. These guys know how to handle this easy. Not quick maffs lol

[@Ackz89]

I understand how your dad was feeling! 🤣Holding breath when flying through turns at 200, then smiling and a sense of relief when a corner comes up and the brakes are on. Perfect car to take him in!

[@henrikcarlsen1881]

He was being nice to his dad. The track could be and is driven much more aggressively. Very consistent and fast ride.

[@norisnezak]

Yes, I noticed that, too! He was quite cautious, well done, David! Your dad must be really proud!

[@PedroTRamos1]

I´m sure his dad had a better time this way than him trying to push the fastest lap time, plus there were other cars on the track.

[@david_pittard]

Agreed! Tourist days are about fun! Especially this lap!

[@allongtin1243]

Almost made me want to cry....the pride and confidence in dads face was evident. Very cool video...thanks for sharing.

[@stormtrooper-313tk]

I really, really enjoyed this. Lost my father last year and moments like these truly are heartwarming. Quite amazing how much your dad there has true genuine appreciation and full enjoyment for what you guys just did. Cheers

[@jay2mg]

can relate.

[@georgehouston6327]

What an awesome son you are David. You dad will never forget that experience. Super well done lad.

[@Vodd]

You have to imagine dad has made sacrifices and contributed to the sons development as a racing driver, to see him sit and proudly beem being driven around is a payoff not only in effort but in sheer pride. Great to see

[@cruizin4u]

Awesome job entertaining your dad with skill David - I'm sure he has no idea how much more aggressive you drive when seriously racing. The look on his face is definitely priceless!!! best father and son moment yet!!!

[@david_pittard]

Hahaha yes the racing is another level completely! Great to share a small amount with him!

[@Mistio.]

That speed bump ... Robert will have to check the top mounts 😂!

[@ruialbertosoares72]

Your have big bals David, your driving skills are just incredible, provably one of the best in Gt Racing ! Good luck to all your upcoming challenges!

[@david_pittard]

Thank you very much!! 😂😃💪🏼

[@toddkvamme]

That car is a monster...and I love the "Sunday drive" look on David's face! I would probably still have a helmet, but your choice.

[@ghraydon]

Your father is a Hero and you are a Star. You may have left him speechless but you left me shitless and I'm just watching on my laptop. Good drive.

[@david_pittard]

Hahahhaha brilliant response 😂 thanks a lot

[@lesflynn4455]

That was gold. First video I've watched on this channel. It took him a minute to settle down but when he started to get into it I could almost see his mind blowing. Good stuff fella.

[@scotiousnevious9038]

thats amazing! not many can say they experienced the track. The smile he has is priceless.

[@be7z386]

first time on this channel, when you said im going to take my dad around Nurburgring, i thought you meant take him around, not show him what the car could do! nice one he looked so happy to be with his son in this amazing car!

[@ChristopherBloomNYC]

DAVID!!!! You're a prodigy and I was subscriber #8,68xx. You are likely the only person I would allow to take me on a "hardcore" Nurburgring lap besides Misha and Robert. You and the cars become one in the most incredible way! Full send and full relaxation, the car is an extension of you and it's incredible to watch. I travel abroad to watch races of any type, watch online and have watched 1000s of racing and driving videos of all types and '54 Overtakes' and this with your dad...epic. Stay safe and keep it up!!

[@bowenflob8036]

Absolutely amazing Peppard!! must've been a special moment being able to share this with your dad. Much faster than the E39 ;)

[@RiverRat904]

I had the pleasure of driving my buddies GT2RS. Not the fastest I've driven but the most amazing car I've ever driven.

[@ShadowRhapsody81]

"its like when you get the fastest car in the game in like Grand Tourismo" That made me smile, specially as that is my all-time favorite Racing series.

[@PKmode]

While I'm no pro driver, my Dad and I were both car guys. I miss picking him up in the latest vehicle. I wish I still had a chance to take him for a drive and make him smile. Those of you who still have your Dad's around, don't take the time you have for granted.

[@david_pittard]

🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Z28Les]

That's a tremendous car that's being incredibly well driven. Bravo! What a great experience to share with your father. Mixed with his battle to be brave, his pride in you is evident. Well done by both of you. You're lucky men to be able to do such an exhilarating thing together and it was a pleasure to watch it.

[@david_pittard]

I’m glad you enjoyed it! Great fun to share the experience together! 😃

[@markproctor3555]

This was awesome David!! I was gripping the sofa at points watching it. That car is epic, so fast, what a weapon! Nice to hear the tyres groaning a bit under breaking and cornering, the engine note is really clear in this too so its great to hear your throttle control. Very calm and composed as always from yourself and a lovely treat to give your Dad, nice one.

[@david_pittard]

Thanks a lot Mark! Yes an amazing car to give an amazing experience! I’m glad he loved it also

[@renaissanceman7145]

Not just an awesome gift but a wonderful shared experience that has become a cherished memory for father and son, each will carry for the rest of their lives. No matter if it's free or expensive, share as many experiences as you possibly can with your father. This includes telling him everything you ever want to say to him, good and bad. Leave nothing off the table. Believe me, it will make it easier to say goodbye when that day comes. Sadly, no matter how far into the future that day may be, it will come much sooner than we wish. Make every day count between now and then, when it does you'll have no regrets. All the best! Edit - I almost forgot, Thanks for the video!

[@djlionel66]

3:30 be like „yeah dad this was on purpose“ 😉😅

[@david_pittard]

Yeah we got this 😂

[@malcolmlane-ley2044]

All of us want to impress our Dad, job done. Very calm and confidence inspiring drive.

[@dalegreenaway]

You can have full confidence in your son, what a driver! I watched the whole video. Actaully incredible to watch.

[@АлександрКотов-з7в]

Absolutely great things I can see here: track, car, driving and perfect father/son friendship!💪 Thanks for this video man! And greetings from Russia ✊🙂

[@kaj4501]

Mad respect for respecting his boundaries as well, while still achieving the desired effect.

[@kjlavez]

A beautiful lap, and a beautiful father-son bond. Now I wish my dad had confidence in me.

[@guido69x]

His smile is priceless!Having your dad supporting you and trusting on your skills its something pretty awesome!Cool dad and cool driving! Cheers!

[@logo8009]

What a great opportunity definitely a once in a life time experience for most. Your dad a lucky guy to have a son like you. The smile says it all.! Good luck on your future driving.

[@david_pittard]

I am very lucky to have him! Thank you very much!

[@Patrone68]

Dad's grin shifting seamlessly to grimace in the turns and under braking and right back to grinning is great.

[@crusher70]

What an amazing experiance for your dad, oh and your lap was awsome!! As was said in other comments such a lovely father son moment. love it and stay safe

[@mdub048]

melts my heart every time I watch. What a great moment with your dad!

[@pbenga]

I remember in 2003 when the Evo 8 first came to the US. My mother had co-signed for my loan and we were in the Evo heading to the dealer to finalize some paperwork. She complained how this car doesn't have "luxury" for $30k and I could have gotten an Accord. I then proceeded to take the car through a back road, drop it into 3rd gear and ripped along the 4 mile stretch of road. Other than when i was a kid, i never had my mother yelled and screamed at me so much. At the end of the ride, it was then she knew why I was spending $30k on a car.

[@desire_002]

Your mum got told.

[@StephenBaysted]

Your father is a brave man and a great sport. Lovely moments shared. And wonderfully driven.

[@gunlokman]

That was the best circuit I've ever seen - and I've watched lots. Great father and son stuff! Thank you for posting.

[@_Professor_Oak]

13 miles (20.8km) of awesomeness. How have you never seen the legendary ring though? 😜

[@stellathefella]

it was cool to see some drivers indicating so you knew you could pass them. shows good awareness and considerate driving.

[@paul46722]

Excellent video Mr Pittard. I remember your days in Ginetta Supercup. What a great gift to your Dad. He seemed chuffed to bits. Loved it!

[@barryschwarz]

Excellent birthday present! And when he says he has confidence in you - no better way to thank you for the gift. Really enjoyed watching you two hoon around the Ring.

[@danm5822]

You will treasure this forever - great video and great father and son moments here! Thanks for sharing.

[@david_pittard]

Yes absolutely! So good to capture it and re live it!

[@donchristie420]

That’s is what they call a satisfying laugh after the run👍

[@david_pittard]

Yes absolutely 😂

[@alunsworth6792]

Nice! Thats ace! Your dads comment at the end is priceless. Awesome driving as ever DP!

[@david_pittard]

Thanks a lot! Yeah I was so unsure how he might react as we went under the gantry 😂

[@midnightvirus420]

The amount of respect on the ring is just amazing.

[@livedeliciously]

That's amazing that you can share this with your dad. For guys, I don't think there's a stronger bonding activity than cars.

[@david_pittard]

Yes we’ve been lucky enough to spend so much time together all through our passion for motorsport and cars

[@smokeybarr]

Nice little cameo from an XR2 @2:15. That was my second car growing up. So much fun.

[@Neilazbiker]

That would scare the hell out of me. Good job. I enjoyed your relaxed confidence. Making small talk while blowing by another car at 200 kph. Nice touch.

[@SNCKPCK]

truly a great moment with your dad. glad to see it! happy for ya!

[@morpheus9394]

I would love to do something like that with my Dad. His love of fast, powerful cars stuck with me and have share his need for speed. Unfortunately I'm just a lowly IT worker with a wife and kids so the closest I get to driving fast is on a racing sim on PC. Hopefully I'll get to experience the real thing with my Dad before we are both too old to really enjoy it. Great video and a lovely bonding moment for you both. Thanks for sharing.

You made Dad Very Proud.🏆

[@IceKoldKilla]

When he said it's like getting the faster car in Gran Turismo.... I was transported to when I was a kid when I first started playing GT and GT2 at a friend's house. So much fun. Then getting GT3 with a PS2 for Xmas from someone else... the best present. I played for hours! Every game had those races where you were overpowered because there were no restrictions.

[@phyrexd4365]

Watching cars fly around here will never get old.

[@badllama8090]

Would NOT want to play Gran Tourismo with this guy.... awesome run.

[@daniellevitt3589]

Great drive, a bit faster than myself in a BMW Z4 a couple of years ago lol, but most importantly the gift of being able to share this with your dad and his thrill of being with you on the track, priceless :-)

[@angelosweet7479]

Congrats to Andrew and his new Tundra, He writes, "Hey TFL crew!! Just wanted to say thank you guys for making such awesome truck and car content, you guys never fail to keep me entertained. After watching countless videos from you guys, my wife and I pulled the trigger on a sweet 2021 Tundra in order to experience the glorious 5.7 before it may be gone with the new refresh! We couldn’t be happier with this truck, it ticked all of the boxes for us! "

[@michael-vb7br]

I've had the honor of being on that track and it is one of the greatest experiences of my life

[@TunmisheOkeDeliverance]

I think dad's laughter at the end is relief he made it back in one piece!

[@carlssson6769]

the constant smile on the dads face made me happy :)

[@SeanMackYo]

what a absolutely fantastic video! had me smiling the whole time

[@david_pittard]

Awesome I’m glad! Yes I am the same when I watch it back! Great to share and great to capture

[@duncg8123]

HA!! David! ...I remember you as an intern at Mclaren!! well done. Congrats on the success.

[@simonhill6267]

I thought this was really really fast, but then saw some of your other laps. You were being kind to your old man.

[@ikoknyphausen198]

"I have full confidence in your abilities ... " Not much else would cut it. ;-) Thanks for sharing.

[@AtortAerials]

Car sounds badass! Dad is cool and calm too obviously knows son can drive!

[@diGritz1]

1:40 That moment when dad's smile slowly turns south and his life flashs before his eyes. "0_o"

[@ewartlambert]

Lol watching the dad’s smile fade as he was heading into the first corner was priceless.🤣 He did everything he could to not say “oh shit”

[@mbukow01]

Proud dad moment right there!!!

[@rolando_roblero]

Dude this guy is amazing. He face barely changes.

[@pjmoody]

A great father & son experience. Well done.

[@Kim_Miller]

Two weeks ago my son took me on a supercar day for my birthday. One of the cars was the Porsche GT3 RS - it was a full-on hooligan. We were on open roads so got nowhere near the potential of the car but it was a real blast taking it through a winding mountain road. We also had a Lamborghini Huracan Performente, AMG V8 Biturbo Roadster, and a Maclaren 570S. They were all fantastic to drive and we both saw another side of each other when we let them loose for a bit. :)

[@johnevans6474]

That was such a smooth drive, you made it look easy. Bravo.

[@alexandervanwyk7669]

I could see every now and then dad pray for some traffic, but it didn't help at all. Awesome video, thanks for sharing. Insane as always.

[@minusinfinity6974]

The acceleration, holy mother of god. That was fantastic.

[@TheTsunamijuan]

Definitely one of those "Hey dad, look what i can do" moments:) awesome!

[@Ninni30]

Your dad`s face expressions were just amazing. He made me smile too. That was really nice birthday gift

[@simonthomas5367]

What a machine! And what a driver! Great stuff, thanks.

[@kcb9455]

Pfft! Pushed it a little wide there on turn 82.... and yes I just made that up. Awesome driving, awesome video! 👍

[@elwingy]

As a father you will never feel safe for your son who is in to racing. Even if he is the best driver in the world, you will never feel safe. What I see here is a father getting a first hand experience of what his son's day job is all about. Being outside of the car ofcourse you understand that there is danger involved, but being inside is a whole new experience. It will take a few of such rides for the father to feel more comfortable about it. But it was an amazing video and to me it shows in a way also that precious fatherly love.

[@rudiwot9687]

Für mich die Krone des Automobilbaus

[@Turbotails118]

Unbelievable track, Unbelievable car and some insane driving! Your dads grin is priceless.

[@wattsenough]

As a son it is always fun to impress your father with your career. As a father you always wonder, where did that knowledge and skill come from?

[@BeatPoet67]

His face for the first minute or so. Omg - I was laughing so hard (with empathy). Poor Dad.He was screaming "slow down!!" on the inside.

[@carlolabajo640]

Imagine teaching ur bly hw to ride a bike years ago now he is driving u to a ride of a lifetime..epic. only father and son will understand👍

[@clarifaco]

The way this thing pulls is just relentless!!

[@johnking5932]

Great driving David.. great to see you showing Graham how it's done.. l remember the early days when you started in MR 2's ..l have really enjoyed seeing your progress over the last few years .. keep up the good work . John 👍👍

[@david_pittard]

Thanks a lot John! The mr2 days were great times! 😃

[@MBrown201175]

so good! so happy to see fathers and sons having these moments..