The Man Who Defines Lamborghini: Valentino Balboni - /DRIVEN

[@myopinion138]

Valentino is so right ,driving a lamborghini puts you on top of the world , The car is very different and very special from anything else that you see on a common basis. Valentino is a great man who speaks from his heart. I ,love all his videos, I just missed out in meeting him in person, Maybe next time

[@Ryan-wn9rk]

This dude definitely has a dad or uncle that got him in the business, he certainly didn't get there on his own merit. Look how he's dressed with complete disregard to professionalism, his lack of interview skills, and his inability to review a car. A video that could have been so good is just passable, saved by the very man in the video title.

[@HenrySk8r]

+Ryan M Spot on.

[@NikoBell12]

+Ryan M Spoken like a true idiot who's failed at life. Get a life, loser.

[@aftastosk6016]

He seems like he doesn't know a thing about cars and trying to cover it up by repeating stereotypes like "passion", "italian flavor", "personality" without saying something specific about the actual car.

[@bicyclist2]

I agree.

[@snmthecloser]

@RyanM Somebody’s jealllloussss.

[@BeachBuggin]

Totally tried to be Richard in top gear lol

[@94BrunoO]

"It's not perfect, but it puts a smile on your face. That's what matters." I forget that way more than I should.

[@DoctaM3]

Valentino is the man. So amazing, such a modest and humble guy and a true enthusiast. Kudos VB!

[@BubbaHoliday]

Wish Chris Harris was doing this vid. JF is a terrible interviewer and a terrible car reviewer. He gave me no insightful feedback on the Gallardo he was driving whatsoever, just generalized statements like "the car has a personality" ...oh really? No kidding, its a Lamborghini.

[@leigh321f]

One of my favourite drive episodes so far with JF. Really enjoyed it. And can I just say thank you so much to all of you guys for not over-editing the sounds of the car. Top Gear lacks that raw sound that petrol-heads crave. With Drive, it sounds like you're actually standing there hearing that car in front of you. It's awesome! Good job :)

[@letsgetretardent]

This might be my favorite /Drive video. Balboni's story is amazing. If only things worked like that today.

[@achuck4321]

As an avid Lamborghini enthusiast (who isn't really), I thought the video was great. Mr. Balboni is such an icon; hearing his stories, sharing about the company is so intriguing. Who knows how long he'll be around for, so anything he says, I wholeheartedly listen to.

[@Veyronsupersports]

About a year ago,I went to lamborghini and had the opportunity to sit inside the gold Miura behind Valentino. It wasnt perfect, my knees were almost halfway up to the top of the steeringwheel and I had to have my arms nearly fully extended to hold the wheel, but there was something utterly magical about it. At that point, I promised myself that one day I would own that very car. great review keep em coming :)

[@aquaphoenixx]

To all the people that complain about JF's commentary behid the wheel, it is not a review about the Gallardo with a heap of stats and comparisons. It is a video about Valentino Balboni, Lamborghini as a company - the history and the present. I don't know about you guys but JF managed to make me feel as if i was in Italy! An awesome video. Thanks JF!

[@GiveMeABloodyUser]

its a balboni it should be manual

[@Miatapeace91]

JF this is the best interview I've ever seen. If I were standing with Balboni I would have asked these questions myself. Thank you.

[@b145701s]

Great interview, great story told by balboni and a great episode! Keep up the good work!

[@dyedm4killa]

how the hell does this have so many dislikes!!! Balboni is a living legend, and I think that JF did an excellent job of portraying him and asking him all the right questions. Really well done JF, one of your best.

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Really outstanding video JF, loved watching this! Your videos are some of the best on Drive!

[@thesighbored]

I would watch if the video is entirely just the interview with Mr Balboni without any footage of you driving the Lambo. True story.

[@TC9700Gaming]

Awesme episode! Love the LP560 and Balboni!! :D

[@kewl10mac]

Great video JF, this and the Porsche video and the winter driver school video have all been awesome. The NY F1 track find video was also great. (good english) Loving the videos on drive. Keep em coming and i'll keep watching and sending em out

[@MrGrannyPanda]

i love love seeing the joy in balbioni's eyes as he recalls these memories and talks about the works of art he practically grew up with :]

[@yukiotakata]

the kind of oportunity to apears one in a lifetime,and just a few take it and make it valid,Baboni is integral part of the lamborghini legend forever and DESERVES a car named and styled on his way! as Valentino said himself MAGNIFICENT! excellent work drive!

[@xerexon2k]

Thanks for that special video, it was a pleasure to watch! Just sad that so many ppl rate it down..

[@SpaceTypeR]

Really great episode. I can see this show becoming a firm favourite of mine. I've know of Valentino for a long time and how have I envied his job. The man is a legend!

[@seinsc7913]

Good video but there are two things I have issue with. 1. Ferruccio Lamborghini is truly the face of Lamborghini and Balboni seems like a great guy and has certainly stepped into the position and done a great job of representing the company in a good light after Ferruccio passed away. There was almost no mention of Ferruccio Lamborghini by the guy doing the interview in this video. There would be no Lamborghini 's or this video if it was not for Ferruccio. 2. Don't recall seeing many, if any shots of a Countach, the most brutally aggressive, stunning Lamborghini ever Built! WHat's up with that?

[@MikeFinnley]

I think the vid just shows the awesomeness of the car (the sound!), the career of Balboni. I don't care it's not a review of the car. I've seen Lamborghini reviews many times before. This is way more intresting. The disciption of the feeling to drive a car like that, the interview with the man who test drives all those beautiful cars. Superb vid.

[@DJKrissJ]

Lamborghini is my life-long favourite car company and Balboni, to me, is a living legend. Thanks for this video, I really enjoyed it.

[@LostEmpire101]

J.F - Very genuine attitude, great journalism, and impeccable character by being yourself.

[@STARSHIPTROOP]

I really love storytellers like Balboni. You can sit all day and just listen.

[@cupdrums]

wow, very impressed with this video, Balboni seems so humble and genuine eh, it was really pleasant to see. for an Italian, he does not speak with his hands much though! Great vid, looking forward to more stuff

[@NickMcMillenGT]

Nothing like being in a Lamborghini and hearing that engine behind you. Great episode guys!

[@MrVictorPrez94]

coolest video Ive seen in a while thanks for uploading cheers

[@69roshi]

I love how you take pride in your work JF! Great video!

[@inigarcia]

Look at him. He can`t stop smiling. He is just happy, among cars, talking about cars, test driving those cars. No reason not to be happy.

[@Veyronp87]

wow, what a legend, i could listen to mr. balboni for hours talking about the cars......

[@jsbarr23]

Another great video, great job JF, keep it up!

[@Molo9000]

7:32 So true! 20 minutes on Italian roads and anyone will agree that the fastest car in the world is not a Bugatti, Lamborghini or Ferrari, but a tiny little FIAT with a minuscule engine and an Italian behind the wheel. This is why the supercar was born in Italy.

[@flyin18t]

Great job extracting the passion out of VB. The whole video oozes passion and pride. :)

[@AlexFuglaar]

I was there last summer and the Ferrari museum. I have to say everyone at the Lamborghini factory was so nice! I felt so welcomed. The Ferrari museum on the other hand I felt like their people were rude and callous.

[@69roshi]

I love how you take pride in your work jf! Great video!

[@Thunderhead7SMKR]

Thanks again for another fantastic video!!

[@loloh91]

I've never been a fan of JF but i'll be objective with my opinion. I think this video was great. I really liked JF's feedback about the car, the place and the experience in general. For me it seemed as if he really meant what he said, as if he was experiencing something new, something he loves doing and not just another car review. Most car journalists are used to driving supercars and that is reflected in their review; they seem not impressed, not passionate about it. Keep up the good work JF

[@tommcmannfilms]

Great episode. Balboni seemed like such a great guy. JF, you don't get enough credit, great job!

[@therealmichaelskene]

Great show JF! The interview was great! Keep the hoodies and the hair.

[@miketpi2]

Would like to see more!! From Ulrich Baretzky to McNish to Balboni. This is the kind of insight that has been missing from the cars we dream of. More please!

[@chillmothafuka]

nice to see that valentino is so nostalgic about lamborghini's It put a smile on my face seeing him describe the experience

[@bayer89]

now, after watching the second episode of Driven, I must admit it's my favourite show on DRIVE and I love its concept. Good work JF!

[@KSKaleido]

JF im so glad you have a show on your own, that was amazing!

[@toobahjon]

Not to mention, what the hell is he wearing? A torn sweatshirt and jeans to interview a Lamborghini employee. He's the spitting image of professionalism...

[@GreenOatmeal]

Even after all these years, Balboni is still smiling just thinking about driving Lamborghini's.

[@TheGetawayer]

Haha, I did know the story about Balboni's career...All european magazines shared it when his car the LP550-2 came out... I can listen to this man's stories endlessly...JF however did a great job letting him do the taking. To me he appeals more like a nerd than a proper gearhead, but he sure makes some awesome content for Drive...

[@uksharif]

He's not reviewing a car, he's talking to an automotive legend. The car is just to punctuate how special Lamborghini is.

[@EnFonde_6]

I would love that to be a bit longer, because Valentino is such an interesting guy. But thank you anyway, that was a really good video !

[@RedSandPalm]

This is excellent. Best JF video to date as well. Next stop?

[@skuz34]

the old dude was cool, lots of character and passion behind him you could tell, though i've never been a big fan of lamborghini

[@Mystyfication]

Valentino is such a nice man. Enjoyed every single second of the video

[@DanteGonxhja]

I live there for 2 years when I was 13 years old. Best childhood ever...

[@Lenoch_]

43 years and 361 days ago to this date, Valentino Balboni was employed by Lamborghini. And an automotive legend was then born...

[@Jeredin13]

Great work JF! I look forward to more!

[@jjhoops023]

He is, the most interesting man in the world. I could listen to that man tell stories for the rest of my life... its a good thing i speak heavy italian accent lol

[@121Ruskiy]

What a wonderful man. I wish there was more interview footage

[@AustenARW]

Great interview!! His description of what it's like to drive on is just how I would've imagined it to be.

[@rocketn8]

He is a good interviewer. Good questions. I found out stuff about Valentino that I didn't know. This was worth watching.

[@ARCHERLM]

Man what a story...sometimes in life your just at the right place at the right time wow very lucky, Valentino Balboni is a legend.

[@SangheiliSpecOp]

Everyone is jealous that the host gets to drive Lamborghinis and visit all the amazing car companies and they don't. Calm down. I like this guy, if you've seen any of the other driven videos, you should know that he is very enthusiastic about cars.

[@Cornish15]

Interesting interview, and always good to hear a Gallardo V10... win video.

[@madmac5555]

I've been fortunate enough to be driven by Valentino Balboni in the LP550-2 Balboni and I have to say that man can drive!!! He's right as well, Lamborghinis do make you smile and laugh when you drive them. Although to be honest so does any proper supercar.

[@Shadowboost]

There's a certain bit of luck, but he worked his way up the chain. Balboni, what a legend

[@lancefitzgiben]

fantastic story from VB. Thank you for sharing that.

[@ThaUltimateDragon]

Hey JF, Thanks for the beautiful video man ;)

[@nrobin87]

Loved the video. Loved the interview. Kinda random, but what is the music playing in the background while Valentino is talking, you can hear it at 6 min, etc.

[@bicyclist2]

Valentino Balboni drove a yellow Diablo roadster on Top Gear. Don't forget Mr. Lamborghini said he would never build a race car. Road & Track magazine said Ferrari's are built by Italian communist who hate your guts because you can afford to buy one. Ferrari's used to have metal shavings in the engine and graffiti on the insides of the body panels. Lamborghini's are no different. Owners of exotics are under the illusion that they are perfect, and dealerships like to take advantage of this. Lamborghini has had to be saved from bankruptcy several times over the years. Thanks.

[@JCStevens919]

Well done JF, I really enjoyed it

[@thericher]

Great show, are you going to do an uncut version of this interview?

[@ahpadt]

Excellent video. Cant wait for McLaren and Pagani videos!

[@ny6u]

What a Legend !👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@mugget]

"The drivers here don't care about speed limits..." Tell me more about this magical, wonderful place.

[@baloonia1]

Nice one JF. Great episode guys.

[@Dimsca17]

I don't understand how anybody could dislike this video.

[@assanoe]

thank you for fully explaining your knowledge of "German business" and integrating said knowledge into your argument... I know Italian business, they most certainly build this car and export it from Italy using Italian engineers.

[@tmashcars]

I was lucky enough to meet him in california! such a humble man!

[@moose8goose]

Awesome awesome video JF!

[@avensons007]

I think it wasn't meant to review it in first place but show some history and respect for a great car!

[@vatoencabronado]

This guy is not a 'car reviewer' like Chris Harris (love Chris Harris), this show is more historical and behind the scenes. Enjoy each one for what it is, if you want dynamic driving and reviews of handling, go watch Chris. If you want an interview with Balboni, or von Koenigsegg, or Pagani, and you want to see how and where these cars are made, watch this show.

[@310Sole]

Great episode. now how about a Ferrari based episode?

[@aznboi892]

perhaps a little bit more time around the wheel with more direct engagement with the camera would make the presentation seem a little less distant. otherwise, good video. very cool way to intertwine the interview with the car review

[@hellridersofcalgary]

i think this is one of my faviorite driven interviews and I think it is very pathetic the higest rated comments are insulting the interviewer when you do not even know his name. try to remember that this is about valentino not the interviewer and he does an awesome job at allowing balboni to show his enthusiasm thus the video has a very good feel to it.

[@ezkay]

as i read the title i already thought "who is the happiest testdriver in the world - of course it's mr. balboni"!

[@thebossisheretostay]

so much hate on JF, we wouldnt have this video if it wasnt for him. driven is pretty epic, its completely new, its not a review its an inside look at what makes a great car and not just the performance figures.

[@HELLxYA]

The white with the blue interior, that looks amazing O.O

[@jelnunez]

You guys need to do a series with Speedhunters. It would be magic.

[@jimsoccer8]

not suprised JF allocated this episode to himself. great job though. keep it coming Drive

[@SaMaster18]

Fun to watch! Thanks!

[@yardiex]

Great work JF. Living every young boys dream. However as expected you had to say AUDI..... I hope you get a cheque at the end of every episode.

[@dickcheese663]

i've owned BMW's and ///M cars since forever.....on Saturday i went to a BMW dealer and left with an Audi A6 Avant Quattro 2.8. Although its much much MUCH slower (slow as balls) and doesn't handle like a bimmer, I love that Audi to death, its just sooo good. Yet, I feel like I've sinned, of all places at a BMW dealer, in the house of the lord, oh the IRONY!

[@eeeen321]

good video, awesome interview.

[@Javierm0n0]

great episode. I'm still awes truck that you got balboni on the program o.o

[@bigjahcop]

Nice story, love Balboni (would have been nice if you got to drive his signature model) But next time, maybe try not shooting all in-car scenes in the same 2 corners and 2 streets, kinda monotone...

[@ndubs68]

Yea this was fantastic. This is the first time Ive seen JF so animated.....thats what a Lambo will do to you lol

[@Leggoeggo101]

Wow you guys really are making better and better vids (quality, audio, content, edit, topic)

[@idrift4wd]

is it me or i rather listen to Mr. Balboni's story rather then watch this review.