UPsetting a Ferrari! How to Drive the Nurburgring Nordschleife

It's time to UPset a Ferrari 430 Scuderia in the VW Up with Misha! There's more to the Nurburgring than just a fast car; as experience, understanding and proper technique are all vastly more important to complete a safe and quick lap - as demonstrated here on track in the Apex Sub 7Up alongside a Ferrari 430 Scuderia... Did you see this coming?
Following my recent outing in the McLaren 675LT Spider, I jump back in with Misha to take you on a guided outing around the Nordschliefe. If you want to drive the Ring, you should either hire an instructor to show you around or at least study it in advance to take in the brake and turn-in points and begin to understand the Green Hell.
For more from Misha, head over to / wallerus and of course be sure to visit Apex Nurburg at the Nurburgring!
Thanks for watching, Tim
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[@mgcharoudin]

Hi guys I'm Misha and I hope you enjoyed this video, but there are a few things I want to say including additional instruction points as I was talking about something else in the video at some points, rather than the line. First I want to discourage chasing lap times one more time, but to encourage to put your priorities in having fun in the first place. The lap timer in my video was purely to answer most of your questions that would follow. Now to the comments at the lap. 3:49 Right curbstone is one of the few that you can take if "you are really going for it". 4:06 You can opt to go "behind" the orange barrier on the right to increase the turning radius of the next left-hand corner 4:20 The 2 KM sign is on the left. High speeds require lift or even tap on the brake". 4:43 Just like 3:49 you can go OVER the right curbstone 4:59 There is a window on the right in the fence that you should use are aiming point when exiting previous Hocheichen corner 5:13 On the left there is an orange barrier that you can use to start steering towards the right curbstone. Flugplatz max entry speed with decent tire setup is 170-180 km/h 5:35 As a beginner and intermediate ALWAYS STAY RIGHT! Left section is VERY BUMPY! DON'T RISK OVERTAKINGS! Use "Exclamation mark" sign on the right at 5:37 to START BRAKING UP UNTIL 5KM sign at 5:38 and ALWAYS take the left-hander while a bit on throttle for weight-transfer! Lift-off mid-corner can have DISASTROUS consequences! 5:43 The end of the curbstone on the left is the starting point for braking for Aremberg. You won't be the first one to end up in the gravel otherwise! 5:57 Use the "small white sign 93" on the right to aim for 6:07 After the end of the right curbstone aim in the straight line to the left and uphill right curbstone. If you don't trust your speed BRAKE BEFORE the compression! Braking IN the compression or sudden direction changes is asking for trouble. Once you are at the right curb at 6:11 you can brake in a straight line next to it and the start turning left at the motorcycle sign on the right that you see at 6:12. 6:19 stay as much as possible to the right and turn sharp left at orange graffiti on the barrier that you see at 6:22 8:12 Safe braking point is between the signs on the right. If you have good brake setup you can start braking at the Yokohama sign on the right. 9:05 End of the curbstone on the right is your turning point. "Ideal circumstances" entry speed (good tyres/suepsnions is ca. 180 km/h) 10:01 The turn to the left curb may require lift or even braking with less-stable car! Same goes for right curb at 10:06, most decent-powered cars require tap on the brake before turning left. 12:05 Unlike the "big" Karussell, you actually SHOULD be with your left wheel on the black tarmac bit. 12:07 Your front left wheel should hit the right corner of the left concrete plate at exit. 12:22 "Aiming for 186" I mean the marshall post 186 or the only lonely fence on the left. To finalize, there is no such thing as "the perfect Nürburgring lap" and there are always better ways to approach things that suit your car/driving style, but those indication points will help you memorize the track quickly and effectively and most importantly to stay safe out there. And obviously if you want to see daily Nürburgring content, feel welcomed to check out my channel!

[@lucasplaysyoutube7535]

Misha Charoudin thanks Misha

[@Adam-eo5ff]

Misha Charoudin Hey Misha, how much was the UP including modifications?

[@Clover-db2sw]

Misha Charoudin thanks for dah info dude

[@KE2206xyz]

Misha Charoudin Perfect track guide! Thank you!

[@mujeebahmadkhan9996]

I absolutely love your volks wagen UP its really such a great car , im looking forward to trade in one for my dads corolla XD

[@skunkmonkey28]

I can't even cook a hot pocket and talk at the same, then there's this guy. Jesus christ.

[@joshthemigpro1733]

Kellen Cowing wats a hot pocket do u mean hot pot

[@Sibilantic]

I don't think this means he's remarkable (still he's great), I think the problem might be you lol

[@DypsyTypsy]

Same lol

[@errolisaac8069]

Stop using the name of the Lord in vain.

[@errolisaac8069]

@Fomeezer pray for them.

[@geekhacker]

He’s like a Nurburgring tour guide

[@calumdavidson4558]

He is

[@hb1338]

@Murray Lee Wilson You really shouldn't believe everything you see and hear on Top Gear.

[@maxmoritz5065]

But in ffw

[@cbr3220]

he is basically the murray walker of the nurburgring

[@gangoffour6690]

Yes, but a very fast one ! 👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@mikeperi2689]

Misha is amazing. How you drive the Nordschleife, in traffic, while keeping your thoughts and sentences clear - and also maintaining a sense of humor - is beyond me. Serious skill and a sharp mind!

[@alerey4363]

I can't drive, I can't play drums, I can barely walk while chewing gum and I find this high-speed yet safe multitasking amazing!

[@Holdeenio]

Great instruction and clear proof the driver and their ability is the most crucial factor when it comes to driving quickly. Nice one.

[@mgcharoudin]

Thanks!

[@kiljoysvnzr0]

I believe it is the "Foxhole" or "fuchsrohre", which is not so much a corner as it the bottom of a long downhill transitioning to an uphill section.

[@samithasheshan8215]

Its not the car but the driver said vin diesel :P

[@Trueflights]

"It's not the car but the driver" said Bunta Fujiwara (from Initial D) a decade before anyone knew who Vin Diesel was

[@lucaonofrei8001]

S Holdeenio 200th like

[@robwooten6529]

The driving skill, the commentary, and the instructions are awesome. The part that I like is that it's fairly casual. Almost like "hey, we have a spare 10 minutes, lets take a jaunt around the Nurburgring and then carry on with the rest of our day." Love this video.

[@pspuser1991]

And people say men can't multi task!

[@Shmee150]

This man has skills!

[@pw191164]

pspuser1991 no only the feminazi say men can't multi task, which of course is just a myth and can't be taken seriously!

[@monopolybillionaire5027]

Hot Girl Racer rips off silicone Misha mask..

[@kenmeyer100]

might be, but then "her" voice clearly points to ladyboy *lol*

[@TheValterandrade]

pspuser1991 a woman can also multi task while crashing and speaking(screaming) in the same time

[@cynicaltimber3455]

Gotta give it to Shmee...I thought he wasnt even paying attention to the amazing thing this man was doing, until I saw his reaction at the end and realized he didn't interrupt the driver once....great job man! Respect for being aware to let that man do his thing, it's also why I was able to pay attention and learn something.👍

[@FluffyUnicornAsian]

Shmee looked like he was trying not to barf all over his friend. XD

[@nathanbowyer3203]

Misha the type of guy to explain every single aspect of the Nürburgring in the comment section of a KZbin video.

[@Shmee150]

It's very helpful too!

[@nathanbowyer3203]

Shmee150 that's true, thanks for the reply! Loving the videos as always

[@mgcharoudin]

Did my best!

[@TheCarLovingSwede]

Goals when both Misha and Tim (Shmee) responds to your comment!

[@nathanbowyer3203]

TheCarLovingSwede TRUE

[@peterchavez7687]

Evidence u don't need hp to go fast

[@Lolaapje3]

Its like alcohol, you dont need it but it sure fucking helps ;)

[@peachtree1947]

ppl just forget that there´s a difference between crashing with a 180k € Ferrari or a VW up :) if you´re not on a track every week you don´t race like hell. Some ppl just want to drive faster as they can on public streets.

[@destinationunknown8373]

Don't mind me, just a casual American watching this video trying to get better at racing this course in Raceroom...

[@PsychoCaki]

And me in Assetto Corsa xD

[@wat5133]

@@PsychoCaki and me in.. need for speed shift

[@tonihtg]

Me in Paint

[@Elinzar]

me in Dream Car Builder (goofy name but is pretty realistic all things considered)

[@Hallelujah3r]

I've already mastered this course from years of playing in Fora, NFS Shift., and Granturismo. Know everyturn. It's a shame I can't name each one anymore

[@MichaelPeatield]

Shmee, how about a video with you and Misha explaining what the cost implications of doing a tourist lap if it all goes wrong. I mean, no insurance cover, the track charging for damage/loss of business, stuff like that. As much as doing Nürburgring is on every petrol head's bucket list, it's best to go in informed of the consequences if you get it badly wrong!

[@mgcharoudin]

Michael Peatfield I have that on my channel somewhere

[@MichaelPeatield]

Sounds good... but... I was thinking that viewers of Tim's channel are possibly in need of a heads up :)

[@brendanfleming6584]

UK insurance won't cover you on the Nurburgring, but German insurance will. German hire car companies exclude their cars from being used on the Nurburgring, so if that's your ultimate aim, hire a car from a company like Apex, buy their excess waiver, and go & have fun. You can buy track day insurance from some companies, but the Nurburgring management & recovery companies like Bongard will need you to pay first, then claim back from your insurance company. If you are unfortunate enough to have an accident you will have to pay for actual damage (like replacement of a barrier) as well as the involvement of any track marshalls, clean-up costs & recovery. There's a myth that you get charged for track closure time, but according to Misha that's just a myth. Then there's your damaged car - recovery companies charge for recovery & storage, which can also get expensive. There are enough small mechanics (publicised by Misha fairly often) that will do their best to get you roadworthy again for a good hourly rate. No two accidents are the same, so it'll be hard for Misha or Tim to quantify the financial impact of an accident. Too many factors like: - car still roadworthy or smashed to bits - amount of barrier damage / track damage - amount of time spent by marshalls & clean up staff - any injuries - damage to other vehicles - Police / Fire / Ambulance involvement

[@Kerbhunter_Alex]

Brendan Fleming no, even german insurances don't. There are rarely any insurances that do, some do with special insurances.

[@aljowen]

Just get specific insurance for it. At least with insurance you can figure out what the worst case is and budget for that. Without it things could get very very expensive quickly.

[@JasonV8S550]

That was the most watchable lap of the Nordschleife I have ever watched, brilliant.

[@alanwatts8239]

"Yeah, unfortunaltely we had some traffic like a red fiat *ahem* ferrari..." SAVAGE XD

[@JTMarlin8]

11:27 precision steering with his fingertips. Don't try this at home.

[@parrogakaparadise9477]

JTMarlin8 I’m sweating just watching that

[@arturmartins5898]

How can I try it at home?

[@HolyNarz]

@@arturmartins5898 You now took the path to the soul of the joke. I'm proud. May God enlighten your way.

[@SeanCampbell_iRacing]

Parrog AKA Paradise it’s a Volkswagen up! It isn’t too difficult to drive these small cars lightly I am impressed at his knowledge of the track though

[@that.guy11]

Misha's a properly great track driver!!

[@mgcharoudin]

thatguy11 I try :)

[@jackrides1463]

came across your channel last nnight and watched like 5 videos before i slept! your a guru mate!

[@mboiko]

That was one of the best Nurburgring Nordschleife driving videos I've ever seen...well done!

[@andyvanderlinden765]

Watch porsche 919 world record video on this track

[@gecko2.617]

Next to this video are all the videos where guys are full of themself and make nearly all the mistakes he was talking about on the track. :D

[@Oorakhhye]

Watch Kurosawa’s 1999 S2000 video from Japan’s best motoring series.

[@zanjisu]

@@andyvanderlinden765 they can't talk while driving tho

[@uwootmviii8695]

@@Oorakhhye its insane.

[@LearningFast]

That guy is a master. What a great video. I love the narration while he is driving.

[@thequillaX]

He's doing good! I live near the ring, there are many guys like him, they can name you each tree by the corners.. :D

[@jaxta86]

Impressive

[@reggiexp69]

you while fucking speeding and racing calm talking no pressure just insane

[@gihonda127]

I enjoyed the fact that Misha could narrate while driving and the points to focus while still keeping control of the vehicle. Very nicely done.

[@Shaker1978]

9 minutes in a 120HP VW UP! :D Respect :)

[@ezet]

@VetVel The GTI is around 115HP stock.

[@JerGol]

@VetVel They touch on that at the beginning, saying that it's about 90 bhp in standard trim, but this one has upgraded suspension, heavily ripped out interior for added lightness, and around a third more power than standard.

[@MrBlafhert]

@VelVet A stock VW UP have 60HP and 95Nm. Then there is a slight uprated version that have 75HP, both are NA engines (= no turbo). The 1.0 TSI have 115HP

[@indiosse]

maybe but its more about bhp per ton than just horsepower m8

[@フェルヴメリ]

It's just 90Bhp tho. Haha

[@orgolfoddmund8292]

One of the best "explaining " videos I ve seen.

[@mgcharoudin]

Orgolf Oddmund Happy you liked it!

[@vampov]

I love how calm this guy is. I would be crapping myself and he is just having a fun sunday drive.

[@PerfectRotation]

I'm creating an 'ultimate car video' playlist and came back 4 years later to put this in it. What a phenomenal video!

[@handfartmcpantypoop5181]

The scuderia just gave UP! Misha is such a skilled driver and also seems to be a all around great guy.

[@mgcharoudin]

Handfart McPantypoop thank you!

[@fuzzywumble]

or just playing it safe. I wouldn't just toss around a Ferrari, then again, I'm poor as fuck.

[@snafuequals]

Psh, Boris? Nahhh

[@acp5991]

Handfart McPantypoop ur name had me dying

[@DeltaEchoRomeoPapa]

misha is literally a "Straßenkind"

[@myramod3937]

A really great instructor, im also amazed that he manage to "talk and articulate" non-stop through the whole track. Would love to have a ride with this instructor.

[@mgcharoudin]

Thank you!

[@worldsgonebonkers4512]

I was just thinking that myself, the guys got skills.

[@MrAnderson234]

I've never seen this track so beautifully explained, let alone while driving it! Very impressed Sir!

[@mgcharoudin]

Thank you! Happy to contribute!

[@andrewyoutubered5945]

Mad props to the driver to be able to describe in that detail and still drive that well. Color me impressed I want to see this more

[@JBCTR]

Misha has a seriously impressive knowledge of the track and his ability to talk through an entire lap is incredible. Poor old Tim had an awkward grimace on this face throughout the whole thing... Lol :)

[@mgcharoudin]

JB CTR Thank you!

[@craigminto8333]

"Just overtaking the scuderia" Legend. 👌🏼

[@poplaurentiu4148]

yeah on a tricked out Volkswagen UP ! Madness.. (>_

[@MetismanInBC]

Thank you, that was amazing. I have watched lots of videos on laps of the Nurburgring, but the constant commentary on what line to take, when to brake, and when to turn in was absolutely awesome. Also, knowing when to let another car overtake was pretty good. Best Nurburgring video since I saw Sabine Schmitz.

[@rossxjohnson]

Wow. Huge respect for Misha. It's not about how fast it is but about how you're driving. Great video Tim and perhaps a great ad for Apex. Mean that in the best way possible. Makes me want to contact Apex and take a trip on the ring.

[@mgcharoudin]

Ross Johnson shoot me a message! :)

[@supersiem1431]

Ross Johnson if you want to pay 350€per lap...

[@mgcharoudin]

350 for what?

[@supersiem1431]

they told me at apex by the circuit [the people from apex] that it will cost around 350 EU but mayby that is for the mclarens?

[@mgcharoudin]

supersiem14 350 is indeed 2 laps in the LT as a passenger on a trackday

[@tonydmty1234567]

Next video: "I'm a replacing my McLaren 675LT with a fabulous VW UP!" ";-)

[@mgcharoudin]

Now that would UPset some people

[@Barnacules]

I didn't realize that was Shmee until the end, love that guy.

[@ehdresden]

That was amazing to watch and listen to. :)

[@mgcharoudin]

ehdresden Thank you!

[@Mutantcy1992]

A red fiat ahem ferrari lol

[@Blakhawk1703]

lol that was my favorite part too. :)

[@radekrutkowski1389]

Somebody has clearly a problem Italian cars are superior to German :).

[@midgetspinner8674]

@@radekrutkowski1389 its rather a reference to the fact that fiat crysler had a 90% participation in ferrari until 2014. Also, if someone not as crazy rich as your excellence wants a good car, im pretty sure german cars are a viable option. :)

[@radekrutkowski1389]

@@midgetspinner8674 Definitely - 1.4 TSI, 2.0 TDI, BMW 1.6 Prince, you name it, German cars are way too overpriced and overhyped.

[@radekrutkowski1389]

@@midgetspinner8674 Would you name Lambo a VW then?

[@someguy9440]

Misha is so knowledgeable and humble in his way to explain the track. This is one of the best videos I've seen in 20+ years of watching in-car footage from 'ring.

[@pastormaldonado8822]

I find it crazy how skilled Misha is whilst still being able to commentate in such a calm way, he seems like such a great guy!

[@mgcharoudin]

Christopher Westwood thanks!

[@Go3tt3rbot3]

The amount of talking Misha did on that round was truly impressive. I adore his V-log since quite a wile but this was truly special. Well done Misha!

[@mgcharoudin]

Go3tt3rbot3 Thanks you!

[@holdwholetruthholy1511]

So grateful I am for this detailed instructional video. The camera work is near-perfect. And turn after turn Misha gives specific braking and turning points as well as explaining the reasons why. - all of it in a calm , confident voice and volume. Such talent, skill and experience is rarely shared so freely. This video will improve lap times while saving blood and bodywork. Thanks a lot. Sincerely

[@manfredi169]

Hi, Tim, this video is such valuable, because with the gentle collaboration of Misha who has a really deep knowledge of this circuit and his specifics comments that describes what one has to do in every single detail !! I also think that this kind of experiences are so engaging that you'll be ending up to tuck into this hot laps!!

[@Shmee150]

It's time to UPset a Ferrari in the VW Up with Misha! There's more to the Nurburgring than just a fast car; as experience, understanding and proper technique are all vastly more important to complete a safe and quick lap - as demonstrated here on track in the Apex Sub 7Up alongside a Ferrari 430 Scuderia... Did you see this coming?

[@Shmee150]

That will come later to keep it relevant in future.

[@HammerRocks]

Hi Shmee. Enjoyed this video. Great work on the picture in picture setup. It was perfect. Thumbs up.

[@6T3RS]

Wow! What a cool experience to see the turn ins and alternative lines.

[@nightrider8544]

next keep your ugly smile from the picture ruins everything

[@Rick2010100]

You should make a visit to Brabus - they have now the Rocket 900 Cabrio www.brabus.com/en/raster.php?page=8&sub=2&id=55670

[@David-jo1er]

Wow!.. listening to Misha explain the track as he progress is like listening to Martin Brundle in the Sky Sports F1 special feature segments when sometimes he's behind the wheel. Just awesome! Please, more of this!

[@gavinhill4121]

Awesome lap - I've been a few times and I'll watch this 50 times b4 my next trip. Top man Misha!

[@mgcharoudin]

Gavin Hill Thanks!

[@mauricejones3387]

I wish I had this instruction when I drove the Nurburgring many years ago. I drove a friend's 2003 Mustang Cobra which was a blast. I was able to do about 3 laps and it does get so much faster when you know the lines and maping of the course. The thing is this course has about 170 corners so it is not easy to learn, you have to go many times and put in many laps. The more you lap the more you learn the lines and his lines were just what I learned to be fastest. When you learn the line it is not as frightening but this is a difficult track.

[@y.k.7737]

"every car is a race car if you have the balls to race it"

[@DD-jq7bo]

This is easily one of the best Nurburgring lap videos I've ever seen.

[@mgcharoudin]

D D thanks!

[@bishplis7226]

the best i can remember is a local rider chased by some expensive cars and he showed em how to ride a bike

[@ahmerrizvi]

This video proves a point that none of youtubers are good drivers except for Misha. To me having batter driving skills is more satisfying than having a better car.

[@mgcharoudin]

Ahmer Rizvi There are even better YT drivers out there than me, but thank you!

[@ahmerrizvi]

Misha Charoudin love your instructions / driving. See you in May next year.

[@bishplis7226]

what proof are we talking about? anyone can log onto youtube, that includes experience racers

[@IOTWVUVWTOI]

Misha Charoudin humble as well as being a bad was behind the wheel 😎 Respect dude! Keep the content coming! I hope to make it across for some VW shows as well as taking in a few laps of the 'ring.

[@Tryingmybestsince1999]

Legend says the man in white is still with his mouth opened...

[@PsychoCaki]

hahahahahha

[@ALEX7XVII]

Xabier 😬😬😬😬😬

[@ianquay3386]

Two thumbs way up! Hundreds of laps in sim (sadly, none in real life - someday with any luck) and I'm seeing a fistful of places where I could improve. Proof positive that it's not the tool but the artist who wields it. Especially appreciate the safety tips / track etiquette comments. Well done, gents...

[@michaelproud6050]

7:50 did anyone see how fast someone closed the blinds in that brick building hahaha deffo up to something ahahhaahhahahah

[@Turbo_Tractors]

Hahaha oh my god how’d you notice that

[@olibab84]

Just light reflection change bud. Keep your eyes on the black stuff!

[@michaelproud6050]

So it is 😂 and yeah very good advice 😅🚙💨

[@rodrigo747g]

I'm dying 😂😂 hahahahaha

[@AudioPhile]

@@michaelproud6050 lol ol driving miss daisy over here looking at everything but the road. 😂🤙

[@heysterich673]

What a talkingmachine :P

[@mgcharoudin]

I should host a talkshow

[@adamcvesely47]

Ha - ha!

[@lexian5602]

Misha Charoudin You should become a rally car co-driver. 😉

[@bishplis7226]

or football commentary jeeeeez keeps going on and on and on and on

[@CriticoolHit]

bishplis that was the point. the whole idea of the video was a ring talk-through.

[@rmabgoi]

Ahhh... i did 3:57...on the GT6 Red Bull 2011 with a controller (hehehhe). This guy is hilarious !... he kept his cadence speech all the way...while taking over other cars...he never went stressed... i loved his posture, his ridind, his calm. Great, just great !!! Cheers !

[@mgcharoudin]

Thank you!

[@StanleyKubick1]

lol, my heartbeat is around 175 driving this track in forza. this dude was pointing and talking relaxedly the whole time =)

[@seanpaul7242]

Well done Misha ! I'm amused about the face of Shmee while you're driving fast and take over the other cars.

[@BlkRider]

I bought PS3 and GT5 because I wanted to learn the Nordschleife before I went there for real. After hundreds of hours spend on the track in the game I don't want to drive there for real. That track is fucking scary.

[@givemeajackson]

maybe he is taking over cars. you don't know his life, he might be a pirate of the nürburgring. yarrr.

[@paulbradford8240]

Great video. Thanks. Misha is right, it's not about the car or speed, it's the driver's ability. I was a Police Officer and had several courses of driving instruction. The main one was four weeks long. If you had a high enough mark, you would stay for a further two weeks for a response course. On the first day, we were in 1.6 Ford Orions. We went to Boreham airfield to drive and test out the Stop Control System (SCS), really an early form of ABS. Cones were laid out and we drove fast down the runway, breaking and staying on the brakes as you manoeuvred through the cones. It was nice to know how your car can perform in an emergency. We were asked at the beginning of the first week how fast we had ever driven. Mine was 120mph on the M25 in my brother in laws 911. This wasn't about boasting. By the end of the first week we had begun giving commentaries as we drove, talking about every hazard that we could see. At the end of that first week, we were asked how fast we would like to drive now. My response was a serious 50mph! I realised how much I had been missing seeing on the roads. The second week and for the rest of the course, we were in 2.0 cars. The driving became more complicated. Driving at speed in close convoy. Poor weather and the dark. The rules were that in town we had to follow all speed limits. Once into a de-restricted zone, we could go as fast as was safely possible. The idea was to make ground safely. High speed, multiple vehicle overtakes became better and better. Unfortunately, my mindset was disturbed by a break up with my girlfriend in the fourth week and my driving suffered. I didn't tell anyone what had happened, but at my debrief i missed the mark by one. I was disappointed. However, I continued to put what I had learnt into practice and was called back for a one week course to get me up to the pass mark, which it did. I then had a two week course in marked Police vehicles, Pursuit and Containment, now called T-PAC. The first drive, I reached a de-restricted sign and put my foot down. The Instructor said 'No need for that, we know you can drive fast. Now we need you to drive normally until we tell you to 'switch it on'. Then it was a case of poodling around until they told you to drive 'blues and two's to a particular destination. Frequently, you were asked for a commentary. Some of the runs could exceed 20 miles through town and country. Knowledge of the area or road isn't useful as you have to drive to such a degree that you can stop in the distance that you can see, as you don't know what might be around the next corner. During that course we were each asked to name a busy shop lined street with a 30mph limit in our area. We did. We were then asked what we would do to someone caught driving at 80mph on that road. Dangerous driving and reckless driving prosecutions were mentioned. The Instructor then said 'Why do you do it then?' meaning the Police. That really struck a chord with me. When I got back on Division and a Grade 1 response call came in (we were supposed to be at the scene within 11 minutes of the call being received), if I didn't consider the call to be life threatening, I would ask for it to be downgraded. No all response drivers did that. Many liked to the opportunity to drive as fast as they could. I then did the same later on in a personnel carrier. I found the additional driving instruction to be of great benefit in my personal driving too. I personally think that additional instruction should be part of everyone's driving qualification. Skid pans too. I have great respect for all instructors such as Misha. You put your life in the hands of someone else when you let them get behind the wheel.

[@sippe3985]

thanks i will remember everything you said perfectly

[@АнгелПасков]

Did you say red FIAT ?😄😄😄😄 Priceless

[@jonathanrex]

What an impressing video!! Misha really is such a skilled driver and even has the capacity to explain every little part of the track while driving. How on earth is that possible!! Wow!!!

[@GtaRockt]

I think you made someone sell his Ferrari that day

[@mgcharoudin]

Haha!

[@GTK2280]

Lobster with Mustard and Rice ada

[@vxSMOKEYxv]

"Why you selling your Ferrari so cheap?" *I dont want to talk about it*

[@ndaveis8208]

Let's not forget the two other cars passed the Ferrari

[@mushiiies5523]

Or he took one look at t he L and the three beans and was like yeah nah im gonna not be near these things. Kinda like letting a drunk driver gtfo of your vicinity :P

[@lemmysverruca]

Rumour has it that the driver of the Scuderia afterwards sold his car, bought a Rolls-Royce and hired a driver.

[@mgcharoudin]

Lol

[@AD-yt8ik]

😂😂

[@BasuSatwik]

And took it to the 'ring too

[@57thorns]

Is the *hrm* "Fiat" that expensive? A RR is never cheap.

[@jclemme1]

He should have taken the Ring Taxi :-) www.ringtaxi.com/en/ringtaxi-en/?gclid=Cj0KCQjwjbveBRDVARIsAKxH7vkt1S5IgGFhsvLvCnfJslI7nLsGGrjRAJdU4QiMKFM4wo_mKshi5r4aAk5AEALw_wcB

[@RobertBreckenridge13]

I can't even imagine how many hundreds, if not thousands of times he has run the 'ring. Very well done. My brain could barely keep up with the commentary. It's hard to imagine being so proficient at something that pushes your limits, that you can narrate your activities in real time while you perform it.

[@SeaMonkey137]

This is the kind of guy you always want to drive against because when you lose to him you walk away with an invaluable lesson in road racing.

[@jasonmcconnell5412]

He basically drove with his pinkies! Absolutely fantastic! My dream to drive there.

[@grantdenham1782]

I don't know about cars.. I don't race them or particularly care about racing cars .. but I watched every second of this video and was blown away at this mans talent and the constant smile on the other guys face!. you my friend are gifted!

[@cavokdotcom]

This is the most entertaining and informative trip around the ring that I've seen to date.. Thanks to you both!

[@TheLuftie]

This proves it . Talent overrules the big wallets :-)

[@mgcharoudin]

Always

[@Azer1125]

Marc Marse You need quite a consistent wallet to pay for an instructor to help your master those kind of curves. You can't just self correct and go on, and you'd need years of practice

[@TheLuftie]

Azer1125 If you drive an overpaid fiat you should be able to afford an instructor and then even you should have talent 😂

[@TheLuftie]

Robert Lindholm Less then a Ferrari and beter experience 😂

[@mrjodoe]

yeah, as long as you stay

[@larsfrost3643]

i have never driven the lap in real life but in racing games in gran turismo 3 i tried it the first time and got addicted to the track, knowing every corner over time i learned it all but can never explain like you Misha, i just drive, my fav track all time, great content

[@toinougli]

Damn Misha know so well his subject, a real passionate here !

[@mgcharoudin]

EnTWaNe thank you!

[@philipiscoolful]

Instructions unclear, kept driving, now i'm in china...

[@rubeeno8055]

Philip Lmao 😂😂

[@Daniel-dm9xp]

Philip could you try picking up a r34 for me ? thank you!

[@tzovlask]

just keep going and turn left at the end..

[@antolivdiaz5870]

Rubeeno80 Battlefield and r6siege lol I memorized it from forza

[@shadowgaming6660]

You can't get R34s in China.

[@brucepeters5100]

Beautiful is all I can say. It shows how a good driver, knowledge of your surroundings and a car set up well can produce good results and embarrass much faster and much more expensive cars. I loved proving this with my Golf mk2 gti back in the 90s.

[@evo9467]

This was fantastic, enjoyable, and very instructing. This guy's knowledge of the Nurburgring is impressive!

[@LovinPavan]

that was unbelievably cool. one of your best videos ever.

[@user-tn3jf1zi5q]

I still watch this on a regular basis. You are great Misha!

[@bloxkingethan5222]

Perhaps Misha could have done a sub 9 min lap if he didn't narrate the entire lap. Amazing that he's able to do both at the same time.

[@Shmee150]

For sure, it would have been substantially quicker without traffic and without concentration on narration.

[@mgcharoudin]

Also faster without the extra weight on the passenger seat. No offence, but on such a low-powered car you feel it.

[@NatalieJaneFrancesca]

...and without a passenger -- no offence, Tim ;-)

[@kenmeyer100]

and a Misha with a ripped body, like a pro cyclist, hehehe. No offense, Misha. I seriously admire your skills!

[@Cafferssss]

i get the feeling that he is that comfortable in the up and on that circuit the narration wouldnt hurt his time much. because he is narrating his line and braking points.

[@carstenaagaard2825]

Holy moly what a great lap with a lot of useful comments. Thanks for posting.

[@vladmihai306]

This guy is good at both driving and copiloting.

[@michaelmertens813]

This is fantastic. Great explainations and superb execution. Real Fun to watch. Thanks.

[@FMSLO]

Misha is dead smooth... Very nice

[@mgcharoudin]

Francisco Lacerda thanks!

[@zvucnjak]

Wow, I don't know what I'm more impressed by, the driving skills, the knowledge, or the ability to deliver commentary that good while driving at the same time...

[@markchip1]

For me, the most impressive part was Mischa's delicate fingertip grip on the steering wheel!

[@mgcharoudin]

Mark Chippendale happy you noticed! I need to be extra delicate with the SOB Traction Control trying to kick in all the time

[@bishplis7226]

gotta feel the road! deathgrips will crash

[@InevitableTruthTeller]

Love a highly competent man.

[@ADRIAN-fb9xj]

Very entertaining and excellent driving. He proves yet again that a small under powered car driven correctly and flat out is quicker than a Very Expensive Italian Job with an ordinary driver at the helm. I think Misha has done a lot of laps to have gained all that knowledge. He's detailed explanation below indicates that. Great Job, Thank You.

[@RCFunTime]

Misha is an awesome guy.

[@mgcharoudin]

DoubleTap DMR thank you!

[@instantstance858]

i think a new hype is born !

[@Micha89]

It's going UP :D

[@SuprSi]

The only way is UP!

[@sandercurtis1847]

Superb instructional video for the want-to-be race driver on this famously difficult course. This driver is driving at eight or nine tenths while giving us a casual commentary on driving. Very impressive.

[@muhammadiqbal-ug7te]

We just witnessed Tim going on the nordschliefe with the best race track instructor in the world i would love to meet misha

[@mgcharoudin]

I am here every day, make sure to stop by!

[@Micha89]

Awesome video, upping the pace :D

[@Vokieeeee]

Absolute WOW ! What a Commentator and Driver ! Well done Misha ! That was a Bloody enjoyable ride ! Thank You ! Greetings from Down Under !

[@deaddis]

Awesome instructor, love the crash facts he is telling about during the ride :D

[@mgcharoudin]

Markus Mikkola hehe thanks

[@xsprlmnl]

There's something amazing about catching up on supercars with an underpowered car from sheer driving skill. Yeah I know it's lighter too but who cares, this guy's good.

[@rickbullock4331]

Pretty damn impressive drive. I wouldn’t be able to talk at all doing a drive like that. Misha is obviously a Professional driver and explained how to drive the corners expertly..👍👍

[@Rj-tz5kb]

Love to see him talk, control the car and check his mirrors, first 2 is all amature drivers do on tracks, 3rd is most important, its amature racing, stay focused on everything

[@oceans123]

Great job, Misha! Most informative Nordschliefe vid ever... Tim, you always set the standard higher strive to outdo yourself. Well done, you. Great collaboration!

[@mgcharoudin]

David Fuller happy to contribute!

[@mcooper2505]

what a class act ,wonderfull to watch a top class driver with absolute knowledge of the most demanding track there is

[@ellis592]

Misha is the man. Wish this was my job. Great video!!

[@jimmoodie4649]

Ryan Ellis a

[@zackgreevey-2855]

This job beats a 8 x 6 cubicle any day. Great instructions and video.

[@TheWolvesCurse]

great video! i usually am not a fan of shmee, but this video is awesome, good trackdescription. misha is a great instructor, especiall the part about letting the car cool down on the Döttinger höhe is often neglected, just look at alex kersten and his blown miata

[@dont5363]

Mad respect Shmee150 , U succeeded at life buddy . Bought my first Golf GTI this summer and it has been a blast , can only dream of the life you are living but well done dude

[@DBUCKS1988]

After watching this guy drive casually I want to see him drive with no distractions or passengers.

[@gundamzaku214]

Dustin Buckles and no traffic

[@goncalocarvalho4917]

Misha is awesome, damnnnn what a great video! You don't need to boost this Boris, it is naturally boosted, what a legend! Cheers man

[@mgcharoudin]

Thank you!

[@kertamo6721]

Don't know how I ended up here. However, WHAT AN AWESOME INSTRUCTION, Mr. MISHA. TRULY ELEGANT.

[@suckers0]

I know exactly what you mean. One minute I'm watching how to serve in doubles badminton, next minute I'm here!

[@kertamo6721]

@@suckers0 :-)

[@tranjen]

This driver has ice in his veins!!! A true professional! Nice driving and demo of the Nurburgring! I drive it better now on my PS3! :)

[@mgcharoudin]

Thank you!

[@hafnium911]

That was so impressive! I would love to see Misha be in some actual races, I bet he would do pretty good!

[@mgcharoudin]

hafnium 911 hopefully in the future!