The Ferrari 488 GTB Deserves Better - The Forgotten Ferrari

It is easy to be forgotten in the car world where so many new cars are released on what feels like a daily basis, but the Ferrari 488 GTB doesn't deserve to be forgotten. It is just as special as any Ferrari and in this video, I explain why! Oh, and we also do a bit of childish revving!
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[@drdavediehl1]

Great commentary on this car. I have a 488 spyder and I love it! The performance is amazing. The engine note is awesome in my opinion. (I don’t want to wake up the neighbors when I do a early drive). Styling is classic (maybe even timeless) and just beautiful. I would have to say what I like best about this car is its dual nature. I can drive it slow, calm and it is comfortable. Its not like a GT car, but some kind of highly tuned luxury ride. Cool and calm. Then the road opens up, or you come up on a tunnel…. You slap the paddles, dropping a few gears, smash the gas, and the thing turns into a raging monster! At these moments you are just hanging on for dear life as this beast pushes the road further behind you. The next county comes fast. It is a real beast! It is so exciting! Balanced, smooth, raw, scary. I have really fallen in love with the car. I’m sure the 458, F8 etc are also amazing cars. But are they a lot better? I just can’t believe they are worth another 100K or more. The 488 is the bargain ferrari that deserves way more attention. IMO. :).

[@carcaveofficial]

I agree with you 100%. I remember when it came out originally, I was obsessed, but it’s day in the light was short lived when the Pista came out and everyone jumped on that bandwagon. As a performance car, I think the 488 GTB is magnificent, and truly deserving of more attention and recognition. Who knows, with Ferrari going for the V6, maybe the 488 will have its day in the light again. Thanks for sharing your experience! Always great reading from another enthusiast!

[@chenglo8999]

Its the best bang for ur buck today!

[@fossilqexplorist2578]

NO! I do't want it to get too much attention. At least not until I get mine! haha

[@SuSu-bm4ft]

U summarized it perfectly , I just bought a 488 gtb for the exact reasons.

[@Pantdino]

@@SuSu-bm4ft Me too. The bargain of the group. Crazy fast. At full throttle you're just hanging on for dear life pinned to the seatback.

[@alin4507]

This ferrari is not forgotten at all

[@imamfn]

Both the 488 and F8 are immaturely short-lived. The 488 was lasted for 4 years and the Pista variant came too soon causing there's so few people buying the GTB or regular Spider. And the F8 doesn't even have its special version before the launch of 296

[@abovenbeyondlimits81]

Agreed

[@julietsierra]

I loved your summary - thanks for the informative video which was exactly what I was looking for before creating a comparison video of the Ferrari 488 GTB to a glider plane! Greetings from the Creator-Pilot niche on KZbin!

[@carcaveofficial]

Appreciate the kind words, that is an interesting comparison. I’ll have to check that out!

[@carcaveofficial]

Just watched some of your videos, the views you see from that glider are amazing!!!

[@pickygarage]

Great video man! Love the 488. I am considering picking up one or a gt3rs

[@carcaveofficial]

Thank you sir. That is a tough call, very different cars I think. The 488 would be such a gem to have in the garage and for cruising, I think the GT3RS would make more sense if you plan on tracking it regularly.

[@BruceRosenblatt]

Awesome review. The styling of the 488 gtb is timeless and will never go out of style. I totally agree with everything you said. When compared to the F8 the current prices are a relative bargain. And now the F8 is done with production.

[@carcaveofficial]

I wonder what the F8 is going to do on the market now that production is done, and better still, will it spike the pricing on the 488GTB? Who knows, time will tell. Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed the video!

[@marioskyriacou6375]

@@carcaveofficial488 last v8 combustion engine 4.0 without petrol partic. filters … sounds way better than the F8

[@schubert5624]

It is unbelievably good and has small improvements in every respoect. I've had a 458 and now the 488.

[@carcaveofficial]

They are magnificent, and I wish they had more recognition that they do. I have a deep seeded love for the 458 as the first Ferrari I ever drove, but the 488 is arguably, a better Supercar.

[@schubert5624]

@@carcaveofficial it's just not getting the reviews and so much talks. Everyone has a ton of respect for it. The Pista is revered even is the F8 is the same car and probably my favorite of the newer V8s. It was hard for me to admit, but the 488 is a little better than the 458 in every way less the sound. I have an aftermarket two stage system on mine now, which sounds pretty crazy.

[@carcaveofficial]

The aftermarket exhaust on the 488 defiantly helps, and it has always been a touchy point for me when they say the Ferrari doesn't sound good. It is still a Ferrari, and it still sounds amazing, even with the aftermarket exhaust. I have never driven a Ferrari and felt disappointed, so in my book, its a car I want in my garage as soon as this KZbin channel kicks off!

[@verde629]

The GTB is the closest to the GT3 and GTE race car that are still used today

[@carcaveofficial]

Didn't know that, thanks for the comment!

[@davidrpriest]

Relative Bargain on the used market. About 30% less than a F8. Great car!!!

[@carcaveofficial]

Bargain is a generous word, but yes, compared to an F8 it is a steal!

[@Abdullah-kd8kq]

Great review.

[@carcaveofficial]

Thanks mate!

[@iphoie]

488 IS the forgotten middle child in between the 458 and F8. Can’t help it, history always repeats. Also, F8 won’t be the last V8. The SF90 line of car will continue that heritage.

[@carcaveofficial]

Ahhh, that’s a good point, I should have said it will be the last…mid engined…v8…non hybrid Ferrari? That’s a mouthful!

[@AarmOZ84]

I have driven the 488 GTB! I cannot even begin to forget this car.

[@carcaveofficial]

You probably never will. I remember every Ferrari experience i have had, such a brilliant brand!

[@michaelbrinks8089]

I wonder how Ferrari owners feel when they get out done by a $15,000 Hayabusa?

[@Imjoella]

“Doomed to live in shadows of other cars.” 🤣🤣🤣 Please keep posting, we support you! 🙏

[@gthausde]

The styling wasntonly ispired by the 458, the chassis is the same

[@jonas.b]

Great job! I was one of the salesman there that day.. you are going to be huge!! Your delivery and humor is on point!! Along with the footage and creativity!! Stay determined and you will make more than any engineer!! Great seeing you brother, stay hungry!!

[@carcaveofficial]

Thank you so much mate, its very kind of you to say! Looking forward to seeing you guys again soon to shoot some more stuff!

[@ahmedrajah9866]

Helllo my friend i love ferrier but i wann know from u war is different between 488 gtb n 488 spider pleasd reply

[@carcaveofficial]

The spider is a convertible!

[@angel-o]

Still my favorite Ferrari to the day, timeless elegance and perfect proportions of all the mythical saga of the great v8's like the f355 , f40, gto, 348... The F8 is also a work of art but in my opinion is like a vigorexic sportscar. The 488 GTB is the apex v8 Ferrari in my book

[@carcaveofficial]

Timeless Elegance is a great way of describing this car.

[@angel-o]

@@carcaveofficialThanks , great video too. In my opinion Ferraris are always something else in their design language, true artworks of engineering and design. Congratulations to every single person involved in the creation of the 488GTB and the manufacturing of each one of its units.

[@carcaveofficial]

I agree 100%, it must be such a moment of pride seeing a 488, or any Ferrari knowing that you were a part of its creation.

[@michaelbrinks8089]

0 to 60 in 2.9 seconds isn't really insanely fast.....My $3,500 Buell M2 Cyclone will do 0 to 60 in 3 seconds. Although it doesn't have the top speed of a 488 but many Sportbikes do. If people think 0 to 60 in 3 seconds in a car is exciting. They should try doing it on a motorcycle.

[@bandile_sisonke]

This year 2024 ill buy this car.

[@carcaveofficial]

Best of luck mate!

[@MarvinJonesEsq]

Excellent video. Keep up the great content. I upgraded to the 488 Spider from the 458 Italia a few years ago and love it.

[@carcaveofficial]

Appreciate it mate! Great choice on the Spider!

[@AnonUPS]

The 488 is an amazing car with amazing performance . But , it had big shoes to fill being the successor to the 458 which is also an amazing car

[@carcaveofficial]

It really did, and it had the challenge of being the first to go Turbo, so it was already at a disadvantage. Never the less, I think it is a brilliant supercar, and one that shouldn't be overlooked.

[@AnonUPS]

@@carcaveofficial of course, the first mid engine turbocharged car since the F40 I believe, I’m yet to see a negative review of the 488, I’ve been lucky enough to ride in both the 458 and 488 and I think the 488 is an amazing car. Some people say it lacks the “feel” of a Ferrari but I disagree

[@carcaveofficial]

I agree with your disagreement.

[@allensmith3178]

It's gonna be my daily driver

[@carcaveofficial]

One hell of a daily driver!

[@thabzaisreal]

and its my favorite ferrari i one day want own

[@carcaveofficial]

Just make sure you drive it when you get it!

[@emilykeatase2403]

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[@itsomarz9337]

Actually the 488 is not forgotten at all 😂 at all i mean ! 😂 u can ask anyone 😂

[@carcaveofficial]

I asked someone, they told me they forgot about it

[@tedminchaca6406]

Awesome review man 👍

[@carcaveofficial]

Thanks man! 🙏

[@ericfan1223]

great video, earned my sub and many more views! keep it up

[@carcaveofficial]

Thanks mate, glad you enjoyed it! Some more Ferrari content is coming in the near future!

[@rohanbaswal4433]

488 GTB is a mini LaFerrari ❤

[@carcaveofficial]

I would say the 296 is more of a mini LaFerrari, but either way, amazing car!

[@hamburguesagerman]

2023 and still a wonderful car

[@carcaveofficial]

Agreed!

[@robertlonsdale5326]

A beautiful car.

[@carcaveofficial]

Agreed!

[@marcpeters4599]

Great video! Although it's probably easier said than done, I think it would've been cool to have a side by side review of the 458 and 488 exhaust sounds👌 again though, great job!👍🙂✌️

[@carcaveofficial]

Appreciate it mate! Yes I would have loved to get a side by side, just tough to get the two cars in the same place lol

[@marcpeters4599]

@@carcaveofficial I get it - no small task!😉 thanks for the reply and all the best for you and your channel👌

[@carcaveofficial]

Appreciate it! Thanks for watching!

[@bradley081]

Forgotten? I’m looking for one. I think it’s the best all rounder for a daily driver.

[@carcaveofficial]

I think it is a brilliant car, and I think that even more now. It has been a while since recording that video, and I still love that car!

[@bafanaeric1805]

beautiful car

[@carcaveofficial]

Agreed!

[@dylanpearce6670]

I will own one of these days soon! My favourite car.🚗 ❤️

[@carcaveofficial]

You will mate, it is a matter of time!

[@takethepowerback83]

Which is more reliable in your opinion: 458 italia or 488 gtb

[@carcaveofficial]

That is a tough one, my first impression would be the 458. Less technology, less complex of a design, therefore less to go wrong.

[@zuvlet]

what shoes are you wearing

[@carcaveofficial]

They are a plum colored Puma Porsche Design Motorsports shoes.

[@zuvlet]

@@carcaveofficial can I contact you by email and buy them like they are not listed for sale anywhere

[@martyanderson3390]

Love my 488, treat yourself and get the spyder.

[@carcaveofficial]

Not a bad idea, I'll do that!

[@allensmith3178]

I'm gonna buy one soon

[@Captain-pi9tg]

Awesome channel, you just gained another sub 👏

[@carcaveofficial]

Much appreciated mate! I hope you enjoy the videos to come!

[@jimr3295]

Why so many turbo chargers used, instead of superchargers?

[@hotshottruckingtrainingcou9645]

Extremely well made video. Ty

[@carcaveofficial]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you much 🙏

[@chenglo8999]

Dont forget the 288 GTO!

[@carcaveofficial]

Now that is a car I would love to do a video on!

[@chad_3894]

Thats literally the most known ferrari💀

[@tylerwells207]

Excellent review my man!

[@carcaveofficial]

Thank you much!

[@hbullock]

Out of 4 gate-crashing Ferraris at our last Porsche c&c, 3 were 488s. Although anecdotal, your premise seems thin.

[@carcaveofficial]

So a 488 arriving at your Porsche C&C means what exactly to the grand scheme of the car?

[@hbullock]

@@carcaveofficial Seems like they’re more ubiquitous / common than the title of your video suggests.

[@petemorbius3936]

still.gorgeous today

[@carcaveofficial]

Always will be

[@petemorbius3936]

@@carcaveofficial :)

[@MrPaulpilcher]

Dude you missed the boat on this video…. The 288 hello. Full stop. The real first v8 turbo.

[@carcaveofficial]

The Ferrari 288 gto only produced 272 examples. It would be a hard sell to call it a mainstream production car, despite the fact that, without a doubt, it was magnificent.

[@jackledger7132]

Waffle….

[@joaoalegrio6433]

But a huracan is more reliable

[@youcdtube]

Is this car fast? 0-60 in what 6 seconds?

[@carcaveofficial]

0-60 in 2.7 seconds...

[@carcaveofficial]

The official figure from Ferrari is 2.9, when I read the comment, I looked it up and Motortrend did a real world test and got 2.7. So it's both?

[@youcdtube]

@@carcaveofficial wow! that's crazy speed! thanks

[@carcaveofficial]

Pleasure!