The "F40 Evolution" - Starting at Step 1: Chassis Table & Body Setup!

[@stanceworks]

Hey guys! I uploaded a different to cut to the Patreon page, but I wanted to be clear: it's not to lock anything behind a paywall. Unfortunately, the KZbin Algorithm is a picky monster, and I tend to cut out segments where I'm rambling and carrying on, as they're terrible for retention and thus the channel. But enough people have asked for it, so if you'd like more of me just BSing and getting nerdy about the project, head to the Patreon page and subscribe for 7 extra minutes of content. :) www.patreon.com/stanceworks

[@OMY2FYB]

How are you tracking project managment, budget etc?

[@ameenr9129]

Same

[@stanceworks]

I put my fingers in my ears so I can’t hear anything, and then I scream until the problems go away.

[@rmg8729]

@@stanceworksrelatable

[@rileyalexander5372]

So glad I found you guys. Love that you are doing a F40 and love that it's pissed off some youtube car guys (cough cough casey putsch cough cough). Keep up the epic work and can't wait to see it finished. Only other build I've been stoked for was cleetus's drag car eagle.

[@LegalEagle]

So proud to be the title sponsor of this build! Can't wait to see it in LegalEagle colors and livery!

[@xgreendudex3]

He didn't mention you in the video?

[@alanlal3684]

​@@xgreendudex3I think it's a joke on ferrari lawsuits, he might need the sponsorship on the road.

[@SlammedStatus]

Lol waiting for that letter, better defend our boy!

[@TheRubiksrocks]

LegalEagle watching SW?.. Damn. Respect.

[@battles.digital]

@LegalEagle - much respect for you on this one! Love all of the automotive collaboration you have been doing.

[@colejohnson5447]

The fact that a Chanel with less than 300k subscribers is building a custom frame F40 is wild. This channel is criminally underrated!

[@eriklarson9137]

Saying there were losing the shop will help with this.

[@geoffchambers3589]

Probably not for long.

[@stanceworks]

To be clear, we are losing the shop. This project was in the works and all the money was spent well before we ever learned we had to move. More content is coming soon on the shop move - we're hoping to lock down a new spot next week.

[@richardcampbell8685]

@@stanceworksgood luck

[@PixelVogue]

doubt it will be around 300k for long

[@E36tylerr]

Haven’t been this excited for a KZbin series in a while, this is incredible

[@ParkAndRoll]

Same here

[@E_JIM3N3Z11b]

Damn you must not get out much

[@E36tylerr]

@@E_JIM3N3Z11b making fun of someone for enjoying something while you’re literally watching the same video is crazy.

[@inadverse7249]

For me one of the best builders on YT right now, ready to enjoy a top level build

[@安迪-o1t]

Exactly! full 2 years or more to go of total craziness, just can’t wait:)

[@J4rn0]

Germany? Lots of Cylinders? V12 TDI BABY!!

[@FlavioCadamuro]

please no

[@SkylineLofe]

HELL YEAH

[@AccAkut1987]

Given his background it's probably a BMW V12, if it fits. A VW W12 would be an odd, but cool choice too, a lot of existing VR6 tuning could go into that. Haven't seen any used in a MR layout, outside the original Nardo concept.

[@FazedInferno]

​@@AccAkut1987There's a guy in the UK making VR5/VR6 swapped MK3 MR2's 😀

[@ambrosettisimone7104]

Hahaha, could you imagine xD

[@duncanrandall2551]

1:13 legitimately looks like a video game load screen/ garage. The lighting and reflections are immaculate

[@Boris_V]

I was thinking the exact same thing. The only time I've seen an F40 this clean and with lighting like that before, was in a video game.

[@gbspikyfish]

For me, an F40 that looks just like an F40, but with modern underpinnings would pretty much be my dream car.

[@richardcampbell8685]

Agreed. I was literally day dreaming about my perfect f40 restomod whilst watching this. Lol

[@brokensmilephoto]

The F40 was pretty ahead of it's time chassis wise. I think modern components and strengthen frame section would probably do wonders for the way the cars drive. But sadly, many F40's never get driven because they are to collectable/valuable now. I do think Mike's on the right path though with doing it with just a shell. Taking a F40 and doing what he did the the 308 might be the worse move in history. lol. But I've also heard in the past you can take a 308 shell, and pretty much convert it to a F40 by adding rebuilding the rear sub section longer. If that's true, I'd be tempted to kill the 308 I just finished building, and slap the F40 body onto it. lol

[@ProTouringSS]

Get yourself a tram gauge, I use one for my structural body repairs. It's more precise then a tape measure and not expensive at all. It'll also lock into measurement position so you can mirror the specs side to side

[@scottjet5308]

we use one and call it 'X-ing it out'.

[@maestro0428]

My dad used to own/publish a car magazine. He was friends with many dealers, so test driving was a regular occurrence. Some of those dealers were selling/storing exotics. One winter day we stopped at one and they had not one but TWO F40s they were storing/maintaining at that time. The owner was gracious enough to remove the covers, let each of us sit in it and we started it up as well. I cherish that memory as I will never own one and they are my absolute favorite. By the time my daughter was 9 (shes 16 now) she had sat in about $15m worth of cars. Lucky kid. Good luck with your build, you got a new subscriber!

[@johnlaw5762]

I found/find it very hard to understand paying what is clearly a frightening amount of money for a real shell alone since the complete car will likely be worth less than what was paid for these parts (?) BUT your outro rant is completely fair…this is your car…the way you want it. And probably a passion project over a financial investment. I’m just thankful there are brave souls like you in YT world so we can watch some epic content. I wish you all the best my man, I know it’ll be great

[@depthsounderdave]

He turned a $300k offer for the 244, suffice to say this would fetch more.

[@joseldavilagonzalez7058]

The best channel hands down .. member since the start 🇵🇷

[@bosmeck]

the fact that it's a real body should be good enough... the fact that you're going to build an F40 with your spin on it well, that's perfect. I like to watch creative people at work and there can be no doubt, you're creative. So good luck in the project brother. Just a quick note, please finish the UR Audi.. cheers.

[@BPBomber]

@@bosmeck 100% agreed. And to expand; not only creative, but absolute zero half-assing or corner cutting. Wild creativity meticulously built to perfection.

[@IBODEGAI]

I used to be a car hauler. Towards the end of my employment e we did mostly luxury and exotics white glove service. I’ve seen and touched and driven an F40. My favorite car on the planet did not disappoint even just loading it in a trailer. I’m beyond excited for this series. Locked in till the end! Let’s go!

[@snowtyre]

I know you want to build a frame from the ground up, but it will be a lot easier to register it for the street if you start with a Ferrari 308 VIN. Get a wrecked 308 (GTS, GTB, even GT4) and just use the front and rear firewalls and floors. Nothing structural. Basically that stuff from a 308 would just save you a bit of sheet brake fabrication, and you'd get the VIN plate. And if you start early enough you don't have to worry about smog etc.

[@LooseFab]

Beyond hyped for this build man! So sick to see all your ideas come to life.

[@chriss8784]

I never heard of this channel until your previous episode, but I'm here for the entire build now! So cool!

[@joecosta3416]

Check out some of the other builds, the 308 (244 GTK) is iconic. There are a lot of episodes, but it's so satisfying if you start from the beginning. There's a ton to learn from Mike if you're about it. Ultra creative, incredible fab work, big attention to detail, huge ideas that actually get seen through. He's also one of the few I feel like that will FINISH a project and actually finish that last 10%

[@joemother1098]

Second watching the GTK build all the way through💯

[@alexkaligaric2929]

I am in full support of what you are doing and it goes without saying, you have my fullest, unadulterated, and most respectful attention! Taking everything that was so iconic about the F40 (its body lines) and piecing together a better handling, better performing version is amazing in every way imaginable.

[@Marillionado]

The thing that amazes me the most having watched the Ferronda build, is your natural skills. Really, it's impressive. Can't wait to see the next installment.

[@ohareport]

fuck me that complete F40 looks SO GOOD

[@kellarj8674]

Remember no Ferrari emblem 😂

[@OMY2FYB]

@@kellarj8674 no need

[@kellarj8674]

@@OMY2FYB I was joking about that

[@OMY2FYB]

@@kellarj8674 me too

[@joecosta3416]

@@kellarj8674 I don't think Ferrari would make a big deal about anything unless the badges are actually altered. The Nyancat 458 had altered badges, so it got a C&D, since they want to defend their IP. The 244 kept its Ferrari badges and nobody came after him, I'd imagine it's probably fine

[@uzernaim1648]

i dont think i have ever been more excited for a series

[@broyout3586]

About your stance on 'originality': I love it. You do you. To the purists, it will never stand up to scrutiny but who cares. You are building in the spirit of the guys who built the original in the first place, and if anything, this will be the greatest hommage f40 you can imagine. There is nothing to apologize for and you are right in taking the stand you do. Can't wait to discover what the engine will be, this must be one of the most exciting car builds on the internet today.

[@matviyk3066]

I think Enzo would be more proud of this, compared to some of the pretentious brats that own Ferraris and never did anything more technically complex than change a valve cover gasket.

[@broyout3586]

@@matviyk3066 Haha, I think it would be a sure bet that 99+% of Ferrari owners have no idea what a valve cover gasket is. And you are very right about Enzo: he had an outspoken disdain for his customers and made no secret of the fact he only needed them to finance his racing ambitions. This disdain is present to this day in how Ferrari, the company treat its customers 🙂

[@quekapital]

Man i was a university student downloading pictures of rusty in its first iteration and i was a huge fan back then, I'm so proud I stuck around to follow your journey to this point. All the years ago I never imagined you'd be building an F40! Congratulations and I can't wait to follow along on this build.

[@phrnando]

This is truly a "ship of theseus" F40; it's both a real F40 and something new. Can't wait to follow this series, been following since you were removing weight from the 308!

[@slothandturtle8036]

Nooo, you’ve been to Germany without a meet & greet ?? 😱😭 😜 I love this project, the F40 is my dream car! Unfortunately I could only afford a Maserati 4200 Cambiocorsa… at least it has a Ferrari engine 🤷🏻‍♂️ However, I can’t wait to watch next episodes. 👍🏻💪🏻

[@andrewvanderploeg8830]

These builds (244GTK and F40) are truly the most exciting out there. What person/kid has not dreamed of "their" F40 - putting their own spin and taste on it... Runner up to Superfast Matt and Street Bandito. If the trio every united for a build... the world would end.

[@adrianreyno1]

I can't imagine how amazing the F40 is going to be once completed. But what I do know is, with you building this project, you're going to take your time and meticulously build an amazing F40. Even Enzo himself is going to be amazed.

[@jimsperling1619]

I like that you are building it the way you want don't care what other people think you do you can't wait to see what come up with

[@KinoMatteo]

Really digging this visuals in this episode. Anthony really hit it out of the park

[@lfo2vco]

I’m going to be watching both StanceWorks’ F40 build and Ratarossa’s F40 build with interest. For sure their approaches are going to be very different and that in itself is going to make for some great content. Bravo guys bring it on.

[@CrankAddict]

I agree with you 100%. The F40 was built to be a homolgated race car. And I agree with you when you said that Ferrari would have done the same thing with starting over with a whole new chassis. I do hope you keep the Momo steering wheel and seats, and I would like to see replica F40 wheels, maybe in a 19 or 20" size.

[@Christopher_Rock]

If u need F40 parts, Eurospares might have it. Ratarossa visited them once and they had all sorts of pieces.

[@wvuvino21]

If he doesn't mention or link with Ratarossa in this build series I'm going to UNSUB. Rat showed 2 f40 custom builds 3 years ago on his channel.

[@FoRmaTiTo]

That’s where the body parts came from haha

[@sprintermaximus]

Let the naysayers say. Truly, the tube chassis is better, period. Especially for your purposes. I am curious what motor and gearbox you are putting in this thing. I feel like it needs to match the audible ... ness of the original turbo v8. Cheers man.

[@billpratt2274]

Dude, just the F40 body wheels and tires... everyday I'd pull up a camping chair and drink beer staring at it in awe!

[@adams41]

Duuuude, I'm too stoked on this project. Hope you find a new space asap as I don't want it to hold up this series.

[@justinturner4850]

Pretty sure this will be the best automotive KZbin series ever.

[@One_Guy]

This Build is so awesome! What an Epic Journey you're starting on here! Excited to see where you take this!

[@jjgbmw323]

Wow The Days of Rusty Slamminton have lead to this road here! Good Heavens this should be Epic

[@bryan_turner]

Using Bosch rail is a fantastic idea to mock up those panels. Nice work so far!

[@Dante_8183]

This and the P1 that Tavarish is doing is on my must watch list now. This will be EPIC.

[@Dave-gf3kd]

Man this is fantastic….this table and the precision are so educational.

[@jaedanb]

I didnt even realize how cool the F40 looks. Honestly makes me appreciate the shape more with the primer and wear everywhere. I’m SO excited for the engine episode

[@erikwordal6096]

That thing looks killer. Thanks for being brave enough to mod one of the coolest cars ever made.

[@NoClassic]

Even if the body ends up a bit off that just makes it more like the real cars Ferrari was putting out in the era lol.

[@MarkTregelt]

Welcome to germany! I am excited which v12 will be your motor of choice. So far the project is overwhelming.

[@lukesmith8297]

Mike is bringing the knowledge and the crazy to the build series, love it!

[@thebrelon]

I really like your IDGAF attitude towards what people think you should or shouldn't do about your real Ferrari F40. Keep it up I already love that build!

[@ArchieCole-k2d]

You have to mould those parts, Incase of bumps and crashes. You will just be able to make your own on demand! Can’t wait to see this build, best of luck 😎

[@Sookigarage]

Creative chassis table! Great work on the design.

[@DouglasRosser]

The way those parts just fit together w/o any "persuasion"!!!

[@evolution2ride]

This is a fascinating project. It will be fun to watch the car come together.

[@eddiegdrums1646]

iamdetailing is one of the best detailing channels I've seen on KZbin. All of their videos are mesmerizing.

[@the_boonies]

Surprised you didnt 3D scan the OG F40 at your buddies detail shop. Killer project Mike...absolutely legendary build 🤙🍻🥳

[@agonzo626]

Watched almost every 308 episode, really looking forward to this series👍🏼

[@rickewi]

Looking forward to follow along on this build! Everyone has their opinions and I am glad you are going your own way! Also hope get some inspiration for my upcoming tube chassi build.

[@simonheat3891]

You are building your own version of a modern f-40. That's epic right there!

[@d1specdrifter]

🎉❤that table is amaze balls. I need one of those. Great video and content as always Looking forward to the f40 build. Big fan here in TEXAS

[@mrb2917]

no one says amaze balls anymore

[@mathiasnkristensen]

​@@mrb2917 this dude clearly does though.

[@petermabbort456]

Beautiful start well done buddy. I’m as excited as you are.

[@hakanhell]

I was getting tired of automotive KZbin videos in general, it’s just been an overload. But this is something else, looking forward to it!

[@ferkle1980]

Yup, still pretty hyped for this. Can't wait to see what engine is going under it.

[@Josh-oz6us]

Long time listener, first time caller.... Mike, you couldn't have said it better. "I'm building what I want, I'm building my car!" Build what you never could with a factory F40!

[@Onlooker71]

Love this!! I’m mainly here for the Ferrari 308 content, but this F40 build is beyond my expectations! I can’t wait to see the first few videos! Nothing else like this on KZbin that I’m aware of!

[@devil2jz500]

I never been so happy for someone on KZbin like I am for Mike. (No homo!) “It’s not an F40”. No! It’s BETTER than an F40!

[@dogtiredguitars]

Keep killin' it, Mike! 💪💪. Building a dream project exactly how YOU want to build it is what makes this all so much fun. You and RichRebuilds have very much the same attitude: If the viewers think something should be done differently, then we should build our own. I think a lot of the haters come from a place of jealousy. Most of us will never have the time, skill, or means to build something even remotely as cool as this. I've always been more of a cheerleader than anything. Even though I'll never have this opportunity, it's really cool to me to be able to watch from the sidelines as someone else does.

[@zimble]

Haha get emmm 22:32. Love the uniqueness, can't wait to see what you do with this build!

[@jaioxung]

The paint on that f40 (and every other car there)!! I'd love my car to look that good, but then I couldn't drive it anymore

[@delsolforlife9848]

I thought the last bulld was crazy. Killer work.

[@mrdarryljones1]

I love the fact that you’re doing what you want!🔥

[@MarcSob22]

Amazing work!! The rear diffuser of the LM would be amazing in this F40!

[@mauricioromero2013]

I will be following!! Whatever you wanna do with it, I think the end result will be great!! Can't wait to see the engine! Well done!

[@davidmcdermott3415]

I'm still all in on this and support what you are doing 100%

[@waynecombs6562]

I love this build .i look at it as a resto mod just like all the cool upgraded mustangs . Yep a restomod f40 love it

[@F1YMS]

Super excited to see how this build goes as a Ferrari fan.

[@all_the_moga]

So glad I got along for this journey from the start! Can't wait to see what's in store for us!

[@angusmackay7281]

This is incredible as others have said. Your thinking on the body is insanely contradictory, but as you say it's your build so go for it.

[@Pallekatt]

Yeap, doesn't even come close to making sense. But it's his car, if he finds value in it, then that's that. I think I have a problem with him keep saying "a real F40", a body doesn't make it a real F40... So, if he stops saying that, I think everyone will stop complaining. Excited to follow the build though.

[@itstanced]

This is going to be the best build on KZbin. PERIOD!

[@Exi95]

Great work! Wish you guys all the best! Greetings from Austria!

[@jakefluchel756]

I absolutely love where you are going with this!

[@BeefaloBart]

What you're doing is creating a car that is what you want. Keeping the customer happy is what every shop should be doing. And when you're the customer then you can get as picky as you want to make it what you want. And if the manufacturer is smart they will embrace what your doing or even help. It's making it so more people want to build or buy a product with their name on it.

[@TheGt5ive]

I can't wait to see your engine choice, awesomeness!

[@OMY2FYB]

I love that your using the real parts, its really paying homage to the F40, really excited for this series!

[@smudger6461]

Get it on buddy, go light this thing up. Brilliant stuff❤

[@dancudalocklin]

I stumbled on this video for entertainment & even encouragement. I would be interested no matter what engine you put. It’s Your Dream so “Just Do It” I’ll bet it going to be interesting either way ! Have Fun, that’s what’s it all about “Right”? !! 🙂 Have A Nice Day !!!

[@ExzowiNd]

loved the 244 content my guy! this gonna be even more wild. and cant wait for the coming episodes

[@broyout3586]

The funny thing is, for a long time, the guys at Ferrari were also just guys banging away at it in a garage, not that dissimular from what you are doing. When the F40 was built, that was largely in the past, but what I mean to say is: probably no 2 F40's are exactly the same in terms of measurements. If you can get yours within those, you are basically set. Good luck, I'm all here for it 😀

[@BeardMan01]

I've driven a real F40. It's the most visceral and raw street legal machine I've ever driven, followed closely by the Carrera GT. (Out of the cars that I've actually driven, track cars not included)

[@ssenssel]

This is insane. And I'm glad I'm here for it. 👏👏Cheers from Brazil

[@Cbm10]

Very much looking forward to this build

[@cmdtl1]

I am so excited to.see this build come together. Going to be great to watch

[@Marta-m6t2l]

Keep surprising us with your wonderful ideas. Your videos are a real inspiration.❤️‍🤗🤸‍

[@staceymccloud6]

The coolest tool in any shop is the brain behind the build. Period. Nuff said.

[@jdwxly]

Adding a comment so this will get the algorithm love it deserves. The 308 was a killer project. This one is going to be insane!

[@awood12345]

This is such a cool project! You need a Ratarossa F40 colab.

[@wpcouch]

Not even gonna mention that beautiful Miura?! Drool...

[@russellhagy]

This is going to be the greatest build, ever.

[@f.k.3762]

Very happy to follow you on your road to your dream F40 1_OF

[@bansukm20]

Can't wait for the next episode. Better video quality and quantity than most automotive youtubers. 🤯

[@skipjohnson9358]

Build of the year 🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@piasprojects]

Another wonderful episode on what will be an amazing build!

[@JoburgNinja]

You own the parts. You build the best car YOU want to build. Ignore the haters. Your builds are always super special. And go mad and have fun with it, we are all eager for every episode!

[@lukebranco3685]

I am really looking forward to this build!!!!! I am sure it’s going to be awesome!