The BEST Car I've EVER Driven? 2020 McLaren 720S Spider Review

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[@svtman93]

I worked for Mclaren around 2016 when the 570s and the 675LT were first launched. I remember it was a completely new sound for that specific engine. Back then pretty much every other Mclaren sounded more like an slightly higher pitched American V8. Even the 650S was a monster. I remember the first time I went full throttle in it, even with traction control ON the rear end completely skated sideways but caught itself after a few moments of pure adrenaline lol. I drove a P1 very briefly and that felt like a go kart, and made every other "standard" Mclaren feel like a Subaru BRZ. The 720s are definitely pretty insane from what ive seen and heard. Mclaren is known for severely underating their numbers so its probably making over 700 at the WHEEL and who knows what its making at the crank lol. Great vid!!!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah they are really impressive cars. I'm a fan

[@TaffPlays]

I think you need to try a 765LT.... Because that answer may change. The 720 and 765 are my favourite modern McLaren's ever made, beautiful cars, insane performance, even the air intake wooshing noise sounds pretty cool too (at least I think that's the intake).

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes. I endorse this

[@supercarowners]

Nice video. I was very impressed with this car after watching Harry's Garage review video on the 720S Spider. Same Papaya spark orange color. Looking forward to see you guys slowly get into Hyper cars. All the best.

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@joeyd4593]

Great vid Dan, any comments on steering feel vs 458/F8 etc?

[@normalguysupercar]

I like the handling in the Ferraris better, but it's still very sharp steering. It just feels a bit too light in my opinion.

[@JCW78910]

Fun review. Agreed…one of the best cars I’ve ever driven. Trying to make a decision on one now.

[@NeoAndersonReloaded]

Your turning into a great car salemen. I luv it!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks! I just love cars.

[@barasajay1298]

I've watched your vlogs for the last three years...you're a great person

[@normalguysupercar]

Well thank you very much

[@ndpesicgroup]

Gorgeous car !!! When you were sitting in the car quietly, it seemed like you were contemplating how to tell Meg you need one.... lolol

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol

[@KickAzzDude]

I watched your old review a few weeks back and was like "BRO you didn't even get to go into the RPM power bands, of course you don't like it!" Glad you got to experience it again without limitations, 720s is amazing

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah it's hard to really judge a car with a rep staring over your shoulder. Lol

[@semperumbra10]

Great video!!

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@kevinmanning8214]

Now I need to go back and watch the test drive from that event.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah I wasn't nearly as impressed then

[@seatbelts1stlapbars2nd18]

Dan loving a convertible is a new development that I can support!

[@normalguysupercar]

I generally hate them

[@silverado123]

Sounds like your little congested Dan. Take care of yourself. Great video, like always

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah it's allergy season here

[@miguelbermudez4886]

More videos with this car pls

[@normalguysupercar]

Ok

[@chrisridebike8]

Great review. Now we need a Meg review!

[@normalguysupercar]

Oh of course

[@johnforeman634]

Haha. Meg driving that car? With her lead foot? That will be fun to watch.

[@sw651]

You should try different camera placement to better show the speed. With the camera on you there isnt really anything to base the change of speed with as you are in the car. Like regular traffic going the speed limit, would show how quick you gain on them. Just something to think about.

[@normalguysupercar]

True

[@Wisesap]

Hi Dan. Shhhhhh. You’re going to let out the McLaren secret that all the owners know - the car is wicked! The 720S is probably the fastest car I’ve ever driven. I ended purchasing a 600LT Spider which is bonkers and I absolutely love. If you get a chance drive one. Yes, McLaren’s have some gremlins, it mostly software and some electronics that is covered by warranty. Mechanically they are sound. GLWS!!

[@normalguysupercar]

I've done a 600lt review a few years ago. I love them. It's probably my favorite McLaren

[@kottuning3294]

This is next up on my list.. Dying to buy one of these. Waiting for the prices to come back down to Mclaren reality. The actually stopped offering the Gorilla Glass on any new 720s for sometime now. I guess they got tired of warrantying the claims

[@normalguysupercar]

It's silly that they couldn't figure out how to stop that glass from cracking.

[@Aaron-vz5sr]

Looks like latest version glass solves the problem.

[@philipparana9225]

The paint correction on that car is really good

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah, it was well taken care of (for once).

[@billyjenkins3015]

Loving the garage lights, can you share details on them? Although, kind of annoying in the video trying to see the lines of the car.

[@normalguysupercar]

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[@j.j.c.1503]

Hey there long time fan here, we use to chat regard F430…During Christmas time some f**k up my GTc… I am think trade in for 720S… what advise would you give me

[@normalguysupercar]

Well, have it looked over by someone reputable like mcmedics. But that are great cars

[@eroseberry74]

Do you all buy modified supercars or stay mainly stock? Your channel got me considering an McLaren or an Lamborghini.

[@normalguysupercar]

From a resell perspective we want stock

[@osuav8r]

I drove one in Vegas. I concur that its amazing!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes indeed

[@WildDigger]

The McClaren 720 is a awesome car. The spec on that one is the best!

[@normalguysupercar]

I agree

[@jkpilot7220]

Papaya spark looks amazing in person! The camera just doesn’t do it justice.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes that color is epic in person. Especially in the sun.

[@closedclosed3798]

McLaren 750S just got released. I can only imagine.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yup must try

[@garyleibitzke4166]

I see Meg's Mini is exiled to the outside. 😄 Is it true that parts for McLaren's are dealer only ?

[@normalguysupercar]

Basically, they are hard to get

[@freddaniali]

Wow, I am starting to fall in love with the McLarens!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah you liked that 720 ride?

[@freddaniali]

@@normalguysupercar I have to admit.... YES! Very much so!

[@ECPP]

Driven a few and my drive in the Ferrari 296 has a leg up kn my opinion

[@normalguysupercar]

The 296 is certainly fun

[@AB-80X]

Have you driven the SF90 and 296?

[@normalguysupercar]

296 but not the sf90 yet

[@aakroyd]

Dan's Ferrari Brain IS BROKEN !

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol yup

[@rjnation5042]

Yeah I get what you're saying, I loaned my 911 turbo S to a mate & took his 675lt spyder for the week, just blew my mind how capable the car is, Rj in Oz

[@normalguysupercar]

Yup they are kinda sickening

[@John-gw5ee]

Megs car review on the 720?

[@normalguysupercar]

That will happen.

[@dzikijohnny]

I know from watching DDE and Gintani that the problem with adding power to these is the rods. Gitani replaces them with their own.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah, you can do bad things with 1KHP on these with the stock internals.

[@shovel_head80]

Great color

[@normalguysupercar]

Indeed!

[@Palaemon44]

For me the cantaloupe color is the only color for McLaren. I had a couple of occasions to watch the Can-Am McLarens of the Bruce and Denny show back in the day. It was kind of sad seeing the end of their reign when Bruce was gone and Denny was left chasing along behind the Penske Panzer Porsches.

[@normalguysupercar]

Indeed

[@stephanieroberts1394]

That color is my favorite.

[@normalguysupercar]

Indeed on a McLaren it looks incredible

[@nickhoffman5524]

Dan love that color OMG

[@normalguysupercar]

Me too!

[@ChrisLoomisDirtFlix]

The 12C and the 720s are the 2 I like the best and that 720s is a total monster for sure... I thought the 12C was awesome toll i drove the 720 and holy crap it's so different

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah, I'm really a 720 fan now.

[@MGBranco]

Yes the 12C for me is just stunning...classy simple lines! This new ones are too complicated...

[@Mustang00007]

Another winner for Dan, and the Team.

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks!

[@4200timeB]

I wouldn't care what color the 720 is it's an awesome car . The Senna is very cool an I just love it but I lf I could own just one even with the price difference I'd go 720 . What DDE has done to there's really shows what a fantastic car it can be.

[@normalguysupercar]

I really don't like the look of the Senna. I'd rather have the 720 but eh, I wouldn't kick it out of bed

[@joshmanmode]

Great review, that's the only reaction the 720 should get; adrenaline and speechlessness. These are indeed insane, especially since McLaren under-reports their numbers too 🤣.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah it's just stupid fast

[@tonymoreton7166]

A mates mate has around 35 cars. One is a 720S, tuned to around 900hp as a track toy. He lent it to my mates son who'd done some work on it for him. My mate got taken out for a ride & said it scared him sh1tless. 30 to 150 mph and back again in no distance.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah, the stock ones are plenty fast. The people taking these well past 1KHP is just nuts.

[@jesvans]

so, what do you have it listed for ?

[@normalguysupercar]

It's sold

[@jesvans]

@@normalguysupercar wrong answer. what was it listed for ?

[@kriskorsmo]

The 720S is a gorgeous car

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes it is

[@stevenf7683]

Meg now knows what Dan wants for Christmas...

[@normalguysupercar]

LOL

[@2fast2nick]

That is my favorite color as well

[@normalguysupercar]

It's a fantastic color

[@vloogle4924]

Well, I think I am converted. I want the Dino, but this may be my daily when the time comes. LOL!

[@normalguysupercar]

This would be an insane daily

[@Electronicai]

Great video! My personal opinion is that if you are looking for a quick acceleration get Tesla Model S Plaid which is quicker than 720S for half the price. I understand that everyone has different taste for the cars but my personal issue with both of those cars is that Tesla does not look exotic enough for its power, lacks sound and cheaply made, as for McLaren 720S it looks like a go kart rather than a car. I still end up with 458, the looks, best sound, reliability and acceleration is good enough. At the moment I'm purchasing 2015 458 Spider with 2k miles from Alfa Romeo of Naples, and I can't be more excited and happier. Cheers!

[@normalguysupercar]

I've driven both. No man, the Tesla is voting in comparison

[@Electronicai]

720s is great quick go kart don't get me wrong, but it considered to be the first fatest depreciated exotic car on the market today, roughly 40% as soon as you drive off the lot. Hmmm, I wonder why....

[@smiconsulting8434]

All exotics have their issues. My buddy just spent 15k on a known issue with a cable for the transmission in his 458. My 650S spyder has been amazing and only a couple issues, but they didn’t keep the car from driving. One was the battery and the other was a latch for the door. Other than that, solid car and fast af!

[@010bobby]

You cannot push that to limit because of limitations in speed limit here in the US..

[@normalguysupercar]

Ok

[@davenaylor6384]

You know we're all waiting for Meg to review it.

[@normalguysupercar]

Oh yeah

[@tomriley5790]

Dream car (or probably the 750 now :-0!)

[@normalguysupercar]

Nice

[@horsecockexpress7612]

a 720 without a cracked windscreen? it must be a fugazi That thing is clean!

[@normalguysupercar]

Not on this one, but it's common on the coupes

[@anthonym484]

I recall you in a video not care for Mclaren on a dealer test drive.

[@normalguysupercar]

Correct

[@stephanieroberts1394]

Is it sold?

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes it is

[@alvaro1728]

How does it compare to an F8?

[@normalguysupercar]

It's similar speed but the power doesn't come on as linear. It's more of a sledge hammer

[@alvaro1728]

@@normalguysupercar oh I see. I guess Ferrari went through great lengths to keep their cars feeling naturally aspirated but with the increased torque of the turbos. McLaren is happy to give you all the torque in one jolt, which is what makes it fun (and dangerous). Thanks for the review!

[@freddaniali]

It has way more drama than the F8. The Ferrari really controls its temper, whereas this one just shoots its load!

[@normalguysupercar]

Exactly!

[@garyleibitzke4166]

Dan, you sounded like a giddy school girl. 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@normalguysupercar]

LOL!

[@wtfsagigawatt1915]

AWESOME CAR !!!!

[@normalguysupercar]

I agree

[@thiosemicarbizidebenzoylal2921]

Nice car without a doubt.

[@normalguysupercar]

Thanks

[@DoranKevin]

600LT spider or 720S spider? I think 600LT may be more fun? NGS…thoughts?

[@normalguysupercar]

I would say it's close. I think the 600LT might be more fun.

[@DoranKevin]

@@normalguysupercar ...and the 720S may be better for longer drives?... from a value standpoint 720S or 600LT? Can't go wrong either way. I drove the papaya spark 600LT and rode passenger in the 720s on the track at Laguna... both are amazing - but w prices coming down... they are 'almost' the same price. NGS -- which would you lean towards? Cheers and great video! (PS - Loved the look on Dan's face when realizing he may like the 720S over the similarly priced Ferrari's) haha..

[@normalguysupercar]

@@DoranKevin I'm not sure honestly. Those are my 2 favorite mac's

[@deezknuts07]

I had to choose BTW these two before I chose the 600lt. The sense of speed was better on the 600lt at lower speeds where as the 720s needed it to be higher speed. Both are very fast and I figured I didn't need to go that fast and end in jail.

[@dalamar6228]

We need Meg’s review next 😊.

[@normalguysupercar]

Indeed

[@Aaron-vz5sr]

Coupe is better than spider usually. Do you think so?

[@normalguysupercar]

That's tough. Normally I have convertibles but hard top spiders that keep the body lines are appealing

[@rajishjose9585]

I hear you. But is it fast?

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol yes

[@ashleycarmony9400]

I bought a new 720s starting out I loved the performance I ran it at the track and airstrip it really ran good, however it had noises, rattles in the cab from the get go,it went back to the dealership many times,they could never get it right and the dealer support was awful, I traded at 3300 miles for another 488 I had it tuned and exhaust to get similar performance to a 720. Ferrari builds a much better car the McLaren performance is good but car is cheap junk with poor dealer support

[@normalguysupercar]

Possibly so

[@machtschnell7452]

Battery low but trickle charger not employed. 🤔

[@normalguysupercar]

Huh?

[@jackdale9249]

i would think the new Ferrari 296GTS would be about same $ & faster -830 HP and as i recal CAR magazine recently tested the 2 ! AND about the ferrari 296 GTS said : " The 296 lets you achieve ANY speed ,Take ANY line, on ANY road ,over ANY surface " they said it was almost too fast "you barely have time to work the pedals and steer " LOL 🤣

[@normalguysupercar]

I enjoyed the 296 tremendously.

[@mikeisaacs2314]

My dream car is any McLaren can’t afford any of them either

[@normalguysupercar]

Well the 12c can be better 100k now

[@mikeisaacs2314]

@@normalguysupercar watch JR go just got one for 78k but the repair are outrageous! 😂

[@laurencel.7980]

how does this compare to a 488 Ferrari?

[@normalguysupercar]

It's less linear but faster

[@opethmike]

What I want to know is - who gives the best hugs in the NGS crew? I bet it's either Adam or Moe.

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol Mo

[@jrodsrides8945]

What happened Dan, looks like you got possessed by a bad spirit. Hehe 😉 I like that car also.

[@normalguysupercar]

Yes indeed

[@tonystratoudakis548]

Before I die that’s what I want, to drive a McLaren

[@normalguysupercar]

It's pretty badass

[@davidrpriest]

This car is almost perfect. I only have one gripe. It is not a Ferrari! :) I just think the F8 is so much more beautiful.

[@normalguysupercar]

True.

[@cherylalbright2086]

I agree. F8 Tributo is much better looking. I like the side and rear of the 720, but the front looks wierd to me. Frunk hood shape looks odd too.

[@ruststar]

That’s comment is why I watch on mute

[@johnforeman634]

So true. I start to get turned off the more these exotic cars start to look like space ships. It begins to be kind of embarrassing. Ferrari doesn’t do that. They are always beautiful and a bit understated. I’ve owned a few different Ferraris and loved them all.

[@MarkVV045]

@@johnforeman634 😂 , Ferrari WISHES it had McLaren’s Technology

[@howardgore9807]

That's what you've been missing in your life. That's tge first time I've seen you look lost trying to explain the crazy of McLaren. You should definitely get one, or partnership with someone else to co-one one.

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha indeed

[@dwtrksvc]

What!? No Turo 720? Lol

[@normalguysupercar]

Man I can't imagine just how fast the car would get totaled

[@tonystratoudakis548]

Admit it man you are not a Ferrari guy anymore lol😂

[@normalguysupercar]

I'm a car guy.... But I still love Ferraris

[@tonystratoudakis548]

@@normalguysupercar to be honest I don’t think I could put another car in front of a McLaren. But don’t get me wrong I love Corvettes lol

[@dafrasier1]

Creep: release brake and car creeps. GOOD. my BMW M2 did not creep; harder to park, maneuver in tight spaces, yes DCT. my Porsche creeps, very good. Dual wet clutch "08.08.19 Spin" you tube, drove both cars on the RING.

[@normalguysupercar]

I hate creep

[@dafrasier1]

@@normalguysupercar When parking in the Car Park at the Ring, creep is nice.

[@BoStark]

Might as well be electric with that sound.

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh it's better than electric but it could use more

[@supersonique001]

Congratulations, you're probably the first car guy to honestly tell people that it's silly to tag on aftermarket so-called improvements to these types of cars! I mean do people really think they can better the engineers at McClaren or Ferrari!? On another note, however if I'm going to pay 100's of thousands for an exotic it better sound a lot more exotic than the 720! like an Italia for instance, who cares about microseconds faster and a billion horsepower, it's all nonsense!

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah it really needs an exhaust for a better sound

[@LeeXRV]

I'm not sure if you've been in a 720s but it sounds far better in person. Its a brutal sound and when hard on the power it sounds incredibly aggressive. To be fair Ferrari play a much more cultured sound and the Ferrari makes great noises everywhere but the 720s sounds hard as hell at full power which makes sense given the Riccardo engine is a race car derived engine (originally the block was developed by Nissan).

[@tdmduc]

Wouldnt go near McLaren anytime ever. They are on the brink of bankruptcy right now because their quality(and service) is not on par.

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh we will see

[@dafrasier1]

USA 0 to 35 or 0-75 not great. too many speeding tickets.

[@normalguysupercar]

Ok

[@jtv702]

Why do people put the top down and leave the glass up? Looks so stupid 😂

[@normalguysupercar]

For wind when filming. Otherwise you couldn't hear the audio very well.

[@MGBranco]

You should feel privileged for driving and owning those cars! You're on the top of the food chain and 90% of human population don't have that privilege....you should have more subscribers!!! Stay blessed! 90%..? No.....99%!!! Oh! The top should move a little bit faster I think....ahahahah!

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha thank you

[@dirtybubble8723]

Sounds boring to me. Like driving a Tesla Plaid, with a little more engine noise?

[@normalguysupercar]

Yeah, it needs an exhaust bad.

[@8PMFORMULA]

At 3k miles they need to stop bullshitt8ng and take the stickers off.

[@normalguysupercar]

Well, the next owner can do that. But yeah, I think that's silly too.

[@hughmann1908]

Was thing a drug lord’s car? Imported from Chile?

[@normalguysupercar]

Haha

[@julianowen4]

First!

[@normalguysupercar]

Woohoo!

[@PixelVogue]

RIP Ferrari in Dans world.....LOL

[@normalguysupercar]

Lol

[@rwc22]

I’m gunna wait 3 years when these are $150k cheaper 😅

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh I wouldn't bank in that

[@LeeXRV]

Good luck but maybe double that time if you're lucky!

[@cheetah1344]

Second

[@normalguysupercar]

YAY!

[@schloemo]

Sorry, mclarens have no soul.

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh I don't know man. That's a pretty amazing car

[@glendekoker3682]

Most super cars are junk.

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh I disagree having had a lot of them now

[@glendekoker3682]

@@normalguysupercar build quality is poor parts over priced money for value just not there.

[@MarcSob22]

I hope you are joking, the 720s is one of the worst cars i ever driven!! The electronics on this car are very very bad! The felling on the engine is very bad, the way turns... And one the most unreliable!

[@normalguysupercar]

I'm not joking.

[@danwedderburn5550]

Im sure it is the best car you have driven. Try driving it a bit longer, until it breaks down. Perhaps then you will not like it. Mclarens are like every other British built vehicle. A piece of SHIT. Im from the UK, so im not biased just honest.

[@normalguysupercar]

Eh I think they aren't as bad as many think