Old Top Gear in a nutshell: We all agree the British car is sort of rubbish. Clearly, the foreign car is better in every possible way. But. The British car won my heart and therefore wins the recommendation. 😅

@scottwhitley3392

2 жыл бұрын

Tbf I’d rather own an Aston Martin than a Ferrari. Obviously I’ll never own either 🤣

@soundmattersuk

2 жыл бұрын

Not quite every way. The Aston is much prettier, and sounds way better.

@nodo7575

2 жыл бұрын

Aston looks so much better that i prefer it still. That Ferrari is fugly.

@unr3alGaming

Жыл бұрын

To be fair, they reviewed the last version of the Vanquish against the last version of the Ferrari 575M a year or two before, and both him and an F1 World Champion picked the Ferrari.

@AndorRadnai

Жыл бұрын

Well, it’s how it goes in real life too. I know the Ferrari is better in every way, but that Aston Martin is a prettier thing to live with.

It's been like 15 years now but I still love the looks of the 1st gen Vanquish. My God that is beautiful.

@subutaynoyan5372

Жыл бұрын

The only good thing about that Die Another Day movie was this Vanquish

@_financial_regret_

11 ай бұрын

The Vanquish is 23 now, still looks beautiful

@Firemarioflower

8 ай бұрын

This generation of cars will never be surpassed.... Modern day supercars look overstyled, overdramatic and shouty, massive grills, weird, square angles everywhere, dents, and odd lights that don't get along with the rest of the styling. 1990s - 2008 cars were the best in terms of beauty

@FAT8893

8 ай бұрын

@@Firemarioflower It's the same reason why I much prefer the Murcielago over the Aventador. I'm really not a fan of the latter's jet fighter styling. Give me the smooth curvaceous lines of the former all day long, even if it's the stripped-out SV version.

@twotailedavenger

8 ай бұрын

It's tantamount to heresy to say this in the face of the DB5, but the original Vanquish is possibly the best looking Aston ever made. The Jaguar XK of this era was also a looker. Was essentially a super-sized E-type.

And then came the 599 GTO, an no one ever called the v12 Berlinettas "soft"...

I remember when Fifth Gear also had issues with the Vanquish. I think the timing belt slipped off because of the torque, which prompted an Aston Martin mechanic to fly in by chopper and fix it (twice, I believe).

Well, I think the 550 and 575 aged beautifully

@Markknightexeter

Жыл бұрын

Yep, how wrong he was!

@nayil100

10 ай бұрын

That aged like fine wine. This guy was completely wrong. Always thought that was one of the prettiest Ferrari ever made.

@ivanbima5877

7 ай бұрын

​@@MarkknightexeterI think he has a point. It's a similar case when Lamborghini introduced early Huracan. Sure you could still look at them today. But styling wise, it doesn't feel special enough among their respective brand lineup

@Joker-yw9hl

3 ай бұрын

Y'all tripping. The most bland and non-elegant ferraris that inspire no magic or attention

@scalychannel5897

3 ай бұрын

@@nayil100this guy???

These astons have aged like a fine wine

@Crusher29

4 жыл бұрын

More like a turd on a sidewalk in a hot summer day

@Joe-721

4 жыл бұрын

Personally not a fan of the older models

@chriselliott3133

4 жыл бұрын

Crusher Rusher why don’t you like them?

@Crusher29

4 жыл бұрын

@@chriselliott3133 It looks literally like a potato. The newer ones are so much nicer

@chriselliott3133

4 жыл бұрын

Crusher Rusher idk I like the vanquish s

Once you hear a Vanquish start up you'll never forget the sound. It's the best noise I've ever heard.

@gabrielcaramet3238

3 жыл бұрын

Heard a db9 once it was awsomme

"and a rear wheel drive, in the back" thanks jeremy I thought it was up front

@ivanbima5877

3 жыл бұрын

Just a heads up

@sukhdevr3489

3 жыл бұрын

It just continues the flow of the sentence.

@agentv1240

2 жыл бұрын

@@sukhdevr3489 bothers me he didn't say "and the drive at the rear"

Even the Aston knows not to downshift to 2nd when you're doing 80mph.

The 575 and 550 has to be my favorite body style out of Ferrari. Clean and simple FR, nothing more, nothing less.

This Vanquish, the DBS and the DB5 are the best looking AMs.

@ImranQureshi-mf2gc

8 жыл бұрын

+Krunal Rindani You have the same profile picture!! LMAO

@KrunalRindani

8 жыл бұрын

Ayyyy! Nice. Mine is a screenshot of Supercars of London's snapchat :P

@carloszamora9551

5 жыл бұрын

K R hell yeah

@athenastarbrite2955

5 жыл бұрын

Yes!

@athena3234

4 жыл бұрын

Db9s and the rapide are much better looking than the vanquish

The 550, 575 and 575 superamerica are some of the best looking Ferraris in my opinion.

@armands3153

7 жыл бұрын

For me only the 550 Barchetta is the pretty one of the 550s/575s. Also for me there is no prettier Ferrari than the 458 Italia. It's again question of taste and i respect your opinion.

@the80386

7 жыл бұрын

I agree. 550 looks better. I wish there was a 550 with features of 575. Anyway, I don't like the look of 458 and the newer ferraris because they have one rear light on each side. The classic dual twin lights look much better.

@armands3153

7 жыл бұрын

zeebazu Taste...

@7thletterstudios648

7 жыл бұрын

I agree. If I ever move to the US or Canada, I will buy one. I love the 575s.

@killacamfoo

7 жыл бұрын

Funny how they thought the Ferrari wouldn't age well in their review, where they have changed their designs so much in the last few years vs. aston which have remained mostly the same. I think the Ferrari has aged very well.

Coogan would have been so much better Than Chris Evans!

@stanstanlison5791

8 жыл бұрын

Julius Reed Very very good point :)

@pathdestroyer

8 жыл бұрын

+Julius Reed exactly what i was thinking. He can make a good presenter and keep the fun/comic element in the top gear

@axlslak

8 жыл бұрын

+Julius Reed the guy is spitting his guts out for this project. and he did give top gear his most prized possesion. that white ferrari. i think we should give him a chance. the more shows, the merrier i say.

@asphalt8tankkfc721

6 жыл бұрын

Julius Hg H Fab H

@nathanpapp432

6 жыл бұрын

There are probably certain liability and insurance issues with Coogan. They cant risk him nodding off behind the wheel.

7:11 Old Jeremy vs Young Jeremy

I love my DB9, 6speed manual gearbox and convertible. I finally got one, and it is soooooo beautiful. Of course my wife is jealous but they are equally smooth when I've finished waxing them.

I just love the 575's entry in this video :D

@the-boring-car-guy

3 жыл бұрын

It was excellent

@falkenvir

3 жыл бұрын

Indeed...

A silver Vanquish S with a 6 speed manual would be perfect😍

@jeremyfong5684

Жыл бұрын

​@Dacia Sandero guys v10?? Aston never had a V10 car

I remember this review from when i was 9. Its by far my favorite episode. I think i got the chills when the 575M entered.

Remembering the original film had a longer conversation with Coogan, mentioning "if money wasn't a problem and my first name was Shake..." he'd take the Aston. Also, most of the music is changed from original, probably for copyright. One of my favourite reviews in the history of TG.

@applejuice5272

Жыл бұрын

*Sheikh

Best quotes about flappy paddles ever:"I paid for the car! I want to choose when to change gears, not you!" and " This is really designed for, you know, posers, people who have carpet warehouses...who just want to show off for the people at the golf club...look at me I have a gear box like Michael Schumacher." So true. Those who can shift properly want to shift. Those who can't need flappy paddles.

@adm924s

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, as per the norm BBC, "Sheikh, oooh is that racist ?"... Pretty pathetic.

The Vanquish just looks so good

Thought the 575M would've been a lot faster. Unlike that big Aston, it can actually turn.

I prefer the styling of the Vanquish S here (or the original Vanquish) to 575MM. But!!! I prefer the styling of the 550 Maranello to the styling of the Vanquish. I find it amazing how minor cosmetic changes like the ones applied with the 575MM can ruin things. I mean, it's still nice, but the grill and the lights of the original 550 sit so much better with the overall styling of the car.

@cerealkilla8930

8 жыл бұрын

I love the 550.

@roarofleone4985

7 жыл бұрын

with a few mods it would be a demon

Sooooooo we’re not gonna talk about how the 575 & the corvette have the same lap time huh 🤔 9:48 Also both of these cars (the 575 & Vaquish) represent the beginning of the end of manual gearboxes in high-end cars. So sad 😞 BUT I’d have the 575 out of the two just in a 6speed.

@jonathangros1086

4 жыл бұрын

Yup Yup that corvette was only a simple stingray making 400hp not a Z06 or even a ZR1😎

I still think 575 is one of the best looking Front Engine Supercars. Its amazing.

My God, the Ferrari 575 was such a beautiful piece of art...

@shriharihudli8596

9 жыл бұрын

Still, the Vanquish was the better looking of the two.

@88omair

9 жыл бұрын

Shrihari Hudli The Vanquish looks overweight and dull imo.

@JackNapier19

9 жыл бұрын

Omair Sheikh LOL I think you have no taste, the Vanquish S is one of the most beautiful cars ever made.

@88omair

9 жыл бұрын

***** Doesn't do much for me. Beauty is subjective btw.

@flyingphoenix113

9 жыл бұрын

Ferrari 575 equals a modern interpretation of the 275 GTB/4. DB9 equals a modern DB5. Though the Aston may be more beautiful in the short term, the Ferrari will soar up and above the AM in the long term. Both in value, and in beauty. Pininfarina has had some shortcommings, but the 275 and 575 will be in the list of their masterpieces.

VANQUISH S FOREVER Such a stunning car and what an engine sound !!!

I think designwise the 550 will do age a lot better than the 512 testarossa or even the 512BB. There is no denial in that the Aston Martin has something to it visually that is just stunning, though.

@flyingphoenix113

10 жыл бұрын

It has. The 512's are worth nothing and the 550's and 575's are holding their value quite well for a ferrari of their age.

@bmstylee

5 жыл бұрын

Maybe it's because I'm an 80s kid but I love the 512. The 512BB is nice but the Testa Rosa just does something for me.

When you change up a gear, feather the throttle for a moment - you will find the change a lot smoother. With practice, you can get pretty good at it.

@TheBS80

9 жыл бұрын

That´s what the owners manual of my 06 S says. ;) Jeremy Clarkson is a good entertainer, but he doesn´t know much about cars. He never understood the Vanquish and its gearbox and that´s a shame. He didn´t have to loose the drag race, that was his own fault. The Vanquish isn´t that much slower than a 575. Compare a Ferrari 599 gearbox to a well setup Vanquish S - you won´t feel any difference, that´s a fact. And yes, I mean the 599. Today, the Vanquish S is a well often-sought after car with a very high reliability. Let´s see what will be in a few years. I think, the Vanquish S is the last true Aston. And even a Non-S car is brilliant if its setup is well done.

@unr3alGaming

9 жыл бұрын

Alan Steadman The thing is that most people who buy these cars are not ace mechanics or seasoned racing drivers. They're average Joes who made a small fortune doing whatever they do for a living and can afford a sports car to have some fun with. They're not going to read the manual, nevermind trying to feather the throttle or take a corner with a certain amount of braking or whatever. The Aston should "just work" for anybody, but it doesn't. The Ferrari does. That's all Jeremy was saying. That being said, this was years ago. The shift paddle transmissions have gotten tons better and Jeremy now embraces them. They allow for instant changes, even in Astons, now that they learned from their past mistakes.

@TheLittleDinka

8 жыл бұрын

+David Van I like your logic.

@Tron_Funkin_Blow

5 жыл бұрын

It's a $160,000 car capable of changing gears with one finger. If you have to feather the throttle on an up-shift with a paddle gearbox then the manufacturer shouldn't offer paddle shift.

@caalcb7

4 жыл бұрын

@@TheBS80 why it won't change down tho? Please explain it to me. I'm curious about it.

Cougan was absolutely right about the 575M not aging well. The Vanquish still looks quite nice in 2016 but the 575M looks so dated.

@zyoungson

8 жыл бұрын

Astons are timeless still think the db9 has aged less .

@panashonik

7 жыл бұрын

Just yesterday i saw a 575 and couple of weeks ago a vanquish . The Ferrari had a real presence in the area and there wasn't a single person that didn't shouted "look a Ferrari" , not to mention it look incredible despite the 10+ years of age. The Aston unfortunately, seemed like all the other cars and I'm not saying isn't and incredibly fantastic looking car but it doesn't have the presence of the Ferrari and nobody really gave it a blink.

@the80386

7 жыл бұрын

575M looks dated? lol I can assure you, to this day it forms crowds around it. and its side profile is almost perfect!

@zyoungson

7 жыл бұрын

80386 lol where do you live ?

@the80386

7 жыл бұрын

^ Anywhere where normal people live. Basically anything other than Beverly Hills or Dubai.

if you've watched the review on the Alfa Romeo 166 and the initial review on the Aston, you'll notice that someone at Top Gear clearly likes the song when the Aston enters shot in the beginning

Just watching this after Aston unveiled the new Vanquish S and it's astonishing by how much that car has transformed in terms of looks and performance. It's like night and day.

Back when top gear actually reviewed cars...

@joelquick4954

Жыл бұрын

And back when Steve Coogan didn't hate Jeremy.

I love Aston Martin, but I love the 575 more than the Vanquish. It's a timeless classic.

@twotailedavenger

8 ай бұрын

The 550 and the 575 were kind of poisoned to me by Need for Speed - my first exposure to the car was the 550 in NFS 4, and it was *dogshit* . They'd put the handling flags in wrong, making it greasier in the back than a chili dog. No Ferrari should be getting out-cornered by a C5 Corvette.

The DB9 remains one of the most beautiful car ever made. And that V12 is orgasmic.

I LOVE THE VANQUISH S! What a beauty. Sure, the interior is dated, but it is a classic. This car will be admired for it's looks for decades to come.

I think the Ferrari has aged quite gracefully

@GOLDENEYEAL

11 ай бұрын

Nowhere near as good as the vanquish tho

Wow, that way of introducing was pure style! 3:36

I love when stig listens to those songs while serious tests. LIKE A BOSS.

7:25 when he said "they wont age well" He was completely right. The Aston looks brand new, modern and something we'd still buy today. On the other hand, the Ferrari looks dated. It doesn't blend into the current line of Ferraris at all.

The Aston is gorgeous for sure but to be honest I love the quirky styling of the 575 even more. Something about that center scoop on the hood. Love it.

Vanquish S is a Timeless Classic... STUNNING. Best Aston Ever

Definately think the Vanquish aged much better.

@tokyosmash

4 жыл бұрын

Darkmark454 you’re entitled to your wrong opinion.

@anthonydeluca6966

4 жыл бұрын

I think they both didn't age too well. The fog lights kinda ruin the vanquish and the 550 looks alot better than 575. But I agree with Jeremy, would rather have a DB9

@christiann.1541

4 жыл бұрын

@@anthonydeluca6966 designes by Henrik Fischer

@SS_LFC

4 жыл бұрын

Dbs is still better looking

They actually did this comparison way back in series 1 episode 1. But back then it was the Ferrari 550 (not 575) against the Vanquish (Not Vanquish S) and Damon Hill was the other driver.

aston martin vanquish, My dream car

Love the way the Aston looks but honestly I still just love the way that Ferrari looks more. I love silly all over the place mad super cars but the Ferrari is just pretty. It's so beautiful looking but at the same time it's not excess, and it's not too busy. The way it sits, it's posture, it's beautiful Italian tan leather interior, just classy. It reminds me alot of the F430 in this way. Now Ferraris are still beautiful but there much more aggressive. The F12 and 599 are serial killers in disguise as cars. This was the last Ferrari to be elegant and pretty while being the V12 flagship of the range at that time. I'll miss them.

@graygamingps4503

3 жыл бұрын

I'd have the Aston but I do agree that most car manufacturers have lost their way recently

3:38 most Epic entrance Ever!

@legoEndeavourStudios

4 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this comment. Seriously good cinematography

Steve needs to do more car reviews. Honestly.

@haydenrudland1760

8 ай бұрын

They should have used him in the new ‘top gear’ instead of the wallys they did use

I have to disagree with Coogan. The 550 and 575 imo have truly aged well. Seeing those cars is like having a fine, 20 yr old wine. I love the understated design compared to the flashy cars they make nowadays.

He was so right when he said he didn't think the styling will age well. Most people wouldn't even recognise that as a ferarri if it was debadged.

@colinhardcastle1107

9 жыл бұрын

i could buy one but its running one not cheap

@the80386

7 жыл бұрын

then again, most people have no clue about cars

@shogun2215

6 жыл бұрын

As could be said about any Ferrari. They're really not all that special.

@apetrenko_ai

6 жыл бұрын

It actually ages pretty well, these things are very desirable now on a second-hand market, especially manuals

@archert6319

6 жыл бұрын

Clearly not since the 550 and 575 are going up in value lke crazy

Me: watching a top gear video about a car. Doug demuro: would you like to know the quirks and features of that car?

“So, shall we arm wrestle for it?” Is a saying I still use today 😂

The top gear boys make old cars look like good ones! Good reviewing.

I do get what they mean about the Ferrari not ageing well but I saw a 575 in the flesh whilst in London recently and it sure looks good even now IMO.

@sergiobueno96

4 жыл бұрын

From behind looks nice, but the front screams 90s styling. It doesn't means it looks bad, but it doesn't looks modern. The Astons age perfectly well

You're welcome. Yes, Newport-Pagnell started in 1958 building the DB4. The story ended on 19th July 2007, when the last Vanquish S Ultimate Edition n°50/50 (chassis 2593) was built.

Aston Martin looked always great - I remember the 70's Lagonda for example, this car looked like not from this planet. But what does it help: The company got bust several times, changed hands as often as a rental car - and all because their staff had no idea about quality standards. Today the important components come from Mercedes - and I take it the electric future will even increase Aston Martins dependence. It does Bentley and Rolls Royce no harm to be owned by German car makers, does it? Should Mercedes buy Aston Martin one day, it may well mean the end of their financial and qualitative imponderables.

Vanquish with its front grill, looks like a prototype of today’s Ford Mondeo )

The Aston simply looks magnificant!

Got to drive a few kilometres in a Vanquish S back in 2011. Good bucket list item that. 😁

The sound on the Aston is just amaizing...

@greathey1234

4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I own an Aston Martin

would love to see my grandma making drifts to the market in one of theese... :))

What is the name of the classical opera song that is used from 5:43-5:58? I've searched for it for ages but still haven't found it. Much appreciated to anyone who knows what it is!

There is some good news - AM still offers factory conversion to full manual gearbox for the Vanquish. It's not cheap and a car has to be sent to England, but at least the conversion is then done professionally.

I Agree, but i would take the Vanguish if it had all the Bond toys on it, Loved the camoflague device in Die another day, absolutley superb.

I can't believe i'm saying this cause i'm a big Ferrari fan but i'd rather have the Aston.

@355Owe

6 жыл бұрын

Alan Teh you betrayed us

@mphylo2296

4 жыл бұрын

That's just normal. Many of the very best Ferraris are more appealing than an Aston but this one certainly isn't.

@michaelcliff6574

3 жыл бұрын

@@mphylo2296 yeah exactly, calling the 575 a piece of shit isn't hurting anyones feelings

Well, it's 2019 and the Ferrari has actually aged well Also, it's weird to see Alan Partridge in something other than a Lexus

@yashbijlani9795

4 жыл бұрын

It really hasn't

@applejuice5272

Жыл бұрын

Aha!

At 0:53 you can see the 575 before its introduced.

I know the last fact about The factory of Newport Pagnell (+50 years is a memorable info) ,but thank you for letting me know the former ones !! :)

does anyone know what the music is at 4:41 ?

Say whatever, Aston is the best looking 😇 especially with that noise 😍

luv the slow motion

Steve Coogan gave a good account of himself in this feature, but he was wrong about the Ferrari not aging well in terms of styling. It looks better than ever.

id take a aston anyday, it sounds the best, has the nicest interior, most comfortable and is by far the best looking. yes its not the fastest but who really cares anyway?

@Zesmas

4 жыл бұрын

who cares how fast it is when it goes 200mph.

I love how the base model Corvette is as fast as two cars that are 5 times the price.

@kappakappovski502

4 жыл бұрын

Ethan Paulson 5 times as ugly and low material/build quality+ no prestige

@aaryeshg.6526

3 жыл бұрын

It did with less power and a manual 'box. Also I do like the Vette's looks, in the same way I like the DB9's looks. Simple, less aggressive styling (how GT cars usually are).

3:39 is the most EPIC music EVER.

@user-ry5yd2io8j

5 жыл бұрын

makhiaveli song name?

The Aston is absolutely crafted to perfection, not an inch of body work wasted. This Ferrari is nice too, but the Aston has aged so nicely, the Ferrari looks quite dated.

the aston martin has the best design to be honest

@lifecinematography

9 жыл бұрын

i agree with you but Vanquish feels bit fat... DB9, Vantage V12, DBS feels so sexy though

@twotailedavenger

9 жыл бұрын

and then ford stole it.

@slendercat9997

9 жыл бұрын

ford didnts steal it. they bought aston martin wich makes it their design

@lifecinematography

9 жыл бұрын

did they really ? Ford ?

@twotailedavenger

9 жыл бұрын

Uthpala Bandara have you seen the new ford fusion

"I got one 'em gearboxes like Michael SHOOO-MACKER!" Classic.

whats that song from 2:10 to 2:35 ? I know there are forums where are track lists, but i couldnt find it (and TG episodes more than 1 background music, for example the Cadillac CTC-V test)

8:47 beautiful sound

who else thought he kinda looked like James franco

Anyone know the music played on 3:28 plz?

2018 and still watching!

0:33 can I just say… they nailed this.

@chiggamanchild

2 жыл бұрын

No u cannot say Jkjk

@sukhdevr3489

2 жыл бұрын

Yeah that shot is amazing.

3:42 dramatic drive by

Whats the name of the music at the beginning of the video? Its perfect for studying which Im not doing right now, sadly enough.. haha

@donhoinsen

4 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/mpdqscSSpMSzmNo.html

@nieks.3155

4 жыл бұрын

@@donhoinsen It took 4 years hahahah! But thanks man!

@donhoinsen

4 жыл бұрын

@@nieks.3155 Some guy even had to wait 10 years ;) I replied to every comment I could find

@nieks.3155

4 жыл бұрын

@@donhoinsen You are the man :D

@jussean Me too, I love that instrumental stuff shows use when they are trying to make something "epic"

I always thought the vanquish looked a bit awkward on video until i saw it driving on a road and its gorgeous. I guess the video just makes it look taller and thinner.

I love 575 to death.

I want a 550.

@Rytis36

10 жыл бұрын

Seen a few in real life, Got to say it's the most beautiful car i have ever seen

@AstralDragoon

10 жыл бұрын

Rytis36 I've seen the Barchetta model in a museum. Got to say, I prefer it with the hard top. But yes, it is the finest-looking car I know of. I don't know exactly what tweaks they made for the 575, but it just doesn't look as pretty for some reason.

I also agree with the racer chosen lol, its a shame he wasn't available, but good drag race..

@FishyButter yeah its rather difficult to navigate the website,try this,type "top gear song" into google,you should get final gear at the top of the search page, with seasons you can click on as sub headings.if you cant see the season you want simply click any season and once in the forum at the top left click "tg what`s the song" you will now be in the index that has every season so far.

Who watching this in 2017 😅

@rhymeztubeofficial5538

5 жыл бұрын

Almost 2019

why would you want to change down to 2nd while doing 60 MPH?

@lukeparsons583

8 жыл бұрын

I drive a stock V6 Mustang that goes 80 in second gear. I'm sure this can do a whole lot better than that.

@JackNapier19

8 жыл бұрын

Luke Parsons Clarkson tried to gear down while the engine was revving at 6000 rpm (max rev 7000), that's why he couldn't do it, he would be in over-rev !

i love how at the end when jeremy's sat on the aston, he is still looking down at standing up richard!! he deserves the name hamster!

@AziMeX I agree. But the Evo would not be in the shop being fixed either. It would be out on the road actually running... what an idea... fun car that's reliable too... I do love the look and sound of the Aston though,.

Review the new Vanquish 2014 damnit!

Aston Martin LOOKS AWESOME

@355Owe

6 жыл бұрын

You need to go to the opticians

A decade or so down the line and Aston Martin are offering manual conversions for the Vanquish and if you'd been smart enough to order a 575 with a manual it would be worth way more than a flappy paddle version.

what was the music played on 3:28