One of the coolest cars ever

@V8AmericanMuscleCar

4 жыл бұрын

I just wanted to say this! 🤤

@Emppu_T.

4 жыл бұрын

Yes, ever!

@thechandlers3089

4 жыл бұрын

Needs an engine upgrade

@CesarClouds

3 жыл бұрын

Yes indeed.

@AestheticBoi-sh1rn

3 жыл бұрын

Yes! Many beautiful supercars were made in 80s!

Doug Demuro had me coming here to see this spacecraft

@TheTruthKiwi

4 жыл бұрын

Same here and the darker colour looks cool and stealth but doesn't do it justice imo. You've gotta have a mental beast like this in red or yellow

@TheDrill65

4 жыл бұрын

@@ryanmcneila1957 I agree with all except for the killing. 🤘

@barabasgezu

4 жыл бұрын

What the Fuck is your problem. Oh wait, are you jelaous?

@maso3l

4 жыл бұрын

But with sound.

@cjmarsh504

4 жыл бұрын

@@ryanmcneila1957 😂😂😂😂😂 AWWW, Someone is on their period today😂😂😂 Yes I'm Xennial, however, I've attended the 84 world's Fair, saw the challenger blow up, remember Donny Simpson was the Host on BET, Remember Michael Jackson's world primere when he was singing Bad, I had a Atari 2600, a Nintendo, a Teddy Ruxben, Grew up in a two parent household, Remember going with my mother to Maison Blanche, D.H. Holmes, Krauss stores in New Orleans, I used to take my dad's tools and took shit apart, took my sister's chemistry set and burnt holes in the carpet. You need to get a life and get off my lap.

Thanks for Gran Turismo for introducing this car to me in the late 90's

@ceconcepts7358

4 жыл бұрын

Was my favorite in the game.

I STILL HAVE THE MAGAZINE FROM THE 80S WERE I FELL IN LOVE WITH THIS CAR

@Tommyblueeyes

2 жыл бұрын

80s was the w2

This is the number one coolest car ever made in automotive history. I'd have this over everything! So cool!

@zohaib876

4 жыл бұрын

Even over the 1989 Keaton Batmobile?

@shannonholland9383

2 жыл бұрын

I would pull that boat anchor 5.7 and throw it. Put a new LS7 ...IT WOULD MAKE THAT CAR DO THINGS ITS NEVER DONE

@MelancoliaI

2 жыл бұрын

You said it, America's far-overdue supercar, delivered with an atomic blast. To call this car badass just scratches the surface

@corvetteZ3r

Жыл бұрын

@@shannonholland9383 an LS7 wouldn’t be too much faster… 700-750 crank NA for a mostly standard build. Might as well twin turbo LS9 it

@bigfornoreason1

Жыл бұрын

@@shannonholland9383 You don't take a car that only had 200 total units produced for the entire world and yank the engine out, dummy.

Vectors are such fascinating cars. The styling is so wild, inside and out, and the story behind them is equally crazy. I've had the luck and pleasure to have seen a W8 in person, as well as a W12 being driven by none other than Jerry Wiegert, although I didn't know it was him at the time.

@nessuno5403

4 жыл бұрын

M12

@Tommyblueeyes

2 жыл бұрын

Gerry

@largol33t1

Жыл бұрын

I'm saddened by his passing. I wish he had succeeded in putting this into production. It shamed Porsches and Corvettes when the first customer model came out. Imagine being a Corvette owner, bragging about your 340hp engine when this thing roars out 700! And if that wasn't enough, they were planning an optional upgrade to boost it past 1,000!

Good lord, a Vector...Unicorn car to be sure. Amazing!

1:38 Lol... he's like "yeah I think this is the most insane car I've ever driven", then stomps on the accelerator and it barely accelerates. 😂😂😂

@pearce1984

4 жыл бұрын

yeah exactly my thoughts and that fake push against the seats :D :D

@dickdastardly8067

4 жыл бұрын

🤣 I saw that!

@BrianOfAteionas

4 жыл бұрын

For real... Super cool car, but a 3 speed automatic and turbo lag? He ain't fooling anyone lol.

@BrianOfAteionas

4 жыл бұрын

@Castle Bravo Ooh for sure, I don't doubt he meant it, but he was trying too hard to convince the audience with that little move lol

@TheZumiezNation

4 жыл бұрын

something seems wrong with it. it has a theoretical top speed of 240, and a recorded top speed of around 220.

YO!! Doug Demuro needs to make a video on this! PLEASE

@spyros2364

4 жыл бұрын

Go chek his latest post on instagram

@averagebro413

4 жыл бұрын

he made it today

@ursmeloman

4 жыл бұрын

he just did!!

@regratteblehammer167

4 жыл бұрын

Your wish has been granted my son

@blackninjazhd5650

4 жыл бұрын

foshobear 🔮

Remember the first time I saw one of these, early 80’s at the San Diego car show, fell in love instantly!😂

I remember having a poster of this in red back in the 80s. It was one of my dream cars. Glad i finally got to see and hear one. Thank you

@n024pat

4 жыл бұрын

Same here!!!

@n024pat

4 жыл бұрын

@@Lakros03 just for the history: Production 1989-1993 (22 produced) Model years 1990-1993. 1989: You know.. rumors, press leaks.. Anyway, just many of us in our mind merge the history of cars not exactly in chronological order but in supercars classes-eras. For example, for me: BMW M1, Lamborghini Countach, Ferrari F40, Ford GT, Porsche 911 Carrera turbo etc, Bugatti EB110, Porsche 959, Ferrari 288 GTOetc.. etc.. belong to the fist exotic supercars era.

Extremely cool. I'll never forget getting my issue of Road & Track and reading about this thing: 650hp, 240mph jet fighter. It really created lore and legend.

@deven6518

2 жыл бұрын

This is the w8. I believe it was 1000+ hp. The v12 m12 was the one with less hp

@largol33t1

Жыл бұрын

@@deven6518 Well, I heard that it was originally intended to have two engine options: 700 or 1,000 hp. 700 would be enough for most people! Early prototypes had no mirrors because they were trying to install the world's first onboard view cameras including backup cameras. Makes sense to try that as the view to the rear is blind. If you see pictures of the first fully assembled prototype, notice a tiny 4" TV on an arm between the seats. That was for the backup and side cameras.

@largol33t1

Жыл бұрын

PS: forgot to mention: the Vector was intended to be the first car ever with antilock brakes but the technology was so difficult to work with that they gave up waiting for the source to send them the brakes. They did install a damping system where you could adjust the amount of response by turning a dial, just like on modern IMSA race cars.

@drobson8004

9 ай бұрын

​@@deven6518The original tt V8 was supposed to put out between 625-650 hp. Dial up the boost, increase the power

@deven6518

9 ай бұрын

@@drobson8004 the original w8 was the more powerful at over 1000, or at least so says this old supercars data book I have. Supposedly the M12 happened after the sale

Who's here exactly found this car because of Doug Demuro?

@318ci

4 жыл бұрын

Casual

@gravyboat2370

4 жыл бұрын

Yup 👍

@RedLP5000S

4 жыл бұрын

Everyone.

@rolandocrisostomo2003

4 жыл бұрын

Dough is my friend. But he doesn't know it.

@michaelmckinley4588

4 жыл бұрын

an old school hardcopy magazine ad, with andre aggassi leaning on a vector.... man i wanted to be that when i grew up.... what happened lolz. still might consider a vector, when my lotto numbers hit....

It looks like a starship or something from bladerunner. I was absolute enamored by this car growing up and I am definitely envious of you haha!

@nathanlake78

4 жыл бұрын

Definitely has a cyberpunk look.

@rfec26

3 жыл бұрын

@@nathanlake78 love this car a long time ago, btw CP will be out in a few months, yay. :D

Vector! The 80s supercar with both magnitude, and direction!

@rural5876

4 жыл бұрын

oh yeaaaaaaahhhh

Straight out of a fever-dream!!! Always loved these. RIP Gerry Weigert. You made a LEGEND!

Don't give yourself whiplash by throwing your head back before you accelerate lol 💯 % classic

@chickenmuffin

Жыл бұрын

Seriously wtf was that.

After hearing you talk about this car for years I'm so happy that you are able to drive your dream car. That smile on your face says it all. This makes my so happy. ❤️

@DtRockstar1

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!! I was so blown away that the owner offered to let me drive it. I had to pinch myself for a while to make sure I wasn't dreaming. :D

This was my dream car years ago still is today don't care what anyone says this car was ahead of it's time thank you for uploading a high quality video of the Vector W8 in action!

Once again, great vid on the amazing Vector!!

Keep the vids coming my friend! Save the Wave.

That speedometer screen was so awesome and 90's vision of futuristic cars. It was just giving me the nostalgia of 90's, so typical 90's

Such a hard car to get your hands on great find and Im subscribed now lol keep them coming

Thanks for Vector drive simulation!)) Dream car!

the highly elusive and mystical Vector. wow man Chris, quite the experience and accomplishment, I mean, as special as it is for people to drive, say, a Ferrari, a Lamborghini or the likes of those, but a Vector, that is the pinnacle of rare and exclusive. a Vector makes most of the exotics almost look like your standard run of the mill toyota . amazing !

I watched a red vector vlog today...really long...all I wanted to see was how it drove! It put me to sleep it was so boring...this vlog is the best! Thank you...

Still eye-catching after 30 years!

That is SUCH a cool screen, that dates the car perfectly

@largol33t1

4 жыл бұрын

Needs to be replaced, it seems to have a few burned out pixels. LOL.

Vector is insane, always loved it, what a cool car

Dear Tesla- THIS is how you do Bladerunner

Vector is a mass of perfection. One of my 5+ favs exotic cars ever!

Geezz I love that throaty roar ! 😂👍👍Lol this this the ultimate beast! I'd love to seen an upgrade!

Awesome! I saw a picture of this particular model on an internet post and just had to learn more about it.

My 80s-dream-car! I had the Vector W8-giant poster in my child`s room..

Huge Vector fan! Sat in the pp1 in Wilmington 20 years ago... Having such a passionate creator really makes this car stand out! Jerry W got fd so bad... Such bs with these take overs of someone else’s dreams only to develops a pos m12 kitcar.. weigert is the Steve jobs of vector, f megatech! Fargin ice holes! I read his recent article on hagerty chx it out! Such a beautiful masterpiece... can’t wait for this documentary!!!!

Congrats you finally did it,! Next,is to own one!

That engine sounds like it's running a very mild camshaft. Probably why it has survived.

This car is insane! cool video

So cool old Design! I love it!

I really enjoyed this video I love vectors. What would be really cool is if you could have some background on this particular car and it’s history because they are so rare and there are so few and maybe some interview time with the owner. 👍🏻

@chiefyeat

2 жыл бұрын

Hey, I am the son of a Vector owner, Ask any questions you need and I'll have an answer for you.

@universalexports6119

Жыл бұрын

@@chiefyeat are they actually fast? What's the fastest your father (or you have been able to get it up to)

@chickenmuffin

Жыл бұрын

@@chiefyeat how did your father end up owning one. Aren’t there only 19?

Incredibly advanced inside considering its age etc I was shocked to see the amount of digital styling inside. The monitor reminded me of a xt pc. Love it thanks for this video.

I remember the hype in the car media about the Vector in the mid 1980s. It was portrayed as sort of a Tucker story - an outsider was going to turn the surpercar market on its head with a remarkable car. There was always more hype than reality, so of course when a car was finally produced, it couldn't match the expectations. It was best as a teen postercar.

Experience of a lifetime descibes perfectly this video...

Beautiful car, but it definitely sounds like it has some minor issues. Given it's age, that's understandable, but it would be nice to see the motor freshened up/checked and and also checked for any exhaust leaks and possibly have it checked for boost leaks. Either way, thank you for featuring this car that many have never heard about.

@DailyStalkerUpdate

5 ай бұрын

They all have issues, lol.

@DailyStalkerUpdate

5 ай бұрын

@@JMDonis. That's how they sound. I've been in 3 and they all sound like they're churning trash in the back. It may be the dry sump system scavenging oil from the bottom of the pan.

Awesome is an understatement for this tremendous car

Still looks badass after all these years!

Superb car love it !

Would it be possible that this particular car has an exhaust leak at one or both ov the headers? It sounds like it has one and a pre-turbo leak with increase spool time and hinder performance in general. And although I was'nt there and am just judging from the vid, but it seems slower than it should be.

@DtRockstar1

4 жыл бұрын

I've heard some other people make the same observation about the exhaust, so there is a possibility. Regarding the acceleration, this car definitely has turbo lag. It starts to take off once the turbos have spooled up, but we just wanted to be careful about going to fast. I would love to drive this thing on a long airport runway to see how it accelerates then. And BTW, thank you for keeping your comment civil! It's so sad how many people have to be complete a-holes on the internet with everything they see that is undesirable. Hats off to you!

@michaelmckinley4588

4 жыл бұрын

@stanselb 100 on the avionics. an airplane called, it wants its dashboard back.... probably what vector was going for.... i love it.

@Lopler2

4 жыл бұрын

@@DtRockstar1 People are a-holes just because they're jealous that you're able to drive such an amazing beast like this. I would kill to be in the driver seat of one of those, I don't care if I can only idle around the parking lot!

@taskerpro944

4 жыл бұрын

Well, we'll find out more for sure tomorrow when Doug D posts his driving experience with the red Vector. It's either going to sound the same, or not. I'm not sure where the issue is with this one, but it definitely sounds like a broken vacuum cleaner.

@ZacLowing

4 жыл бұрын

Oh good, I was worried! It sounded like a lawn mower, not what my teenage dream car should. Good to know there is a fix

I knew about these cars in the 1990's, thank very much! Tennis star Andre Agassi owned one!😁👍

Ever since I played Gran Turismo 2 I’ve been obsessed with this car.

Coolest Supercar that time! Was allways a mystery car here in Germany! Lots of rumours and fantasy technical data. Wish I could drive in it some day. Wish that Company was still around. They could develop a new Hypercar like SSC did with the Tuatara! That would be a fantastic Comeback!😉😎

What a nice rare car. Don't see Vectors all that much.

They even opened the windows dough de muro didn't even dare to do that! props to you guys!

@largol33t1

Жыл бұрын

Doug was told by the owner that they were having serious issues with the windows so he didn't open them. He obviously didn't want to damage the windows.

The more i watch this car, the more i like it:)

My favorite all time vehicle!

Imagine this car in Back to the Future ;-)

Who came to watch this video after watching dougs review ?

@cjmarsh504

4 жыл бұрын

I did

@sryukengod4705

4 жыл бұрын

I did

This is great but as others have said it definitely sounds rough! Still enjoyed it very much!

I saw two of them at the 1992 NY auto show Vector display. I still have photos of it. Actual film camera photos!

Way ahead of its time.

I’m surprised there’s so many videos of this car. Yes Doug sent me here

I loved this car in GT2. Good old times!

@omairsh8

Жыл бұрын

Yes Gran Turismo 2 had such a great car list!

check turbine high pressure fittings. Check the exhaust manifold gasket. In short, this engine does not run well. You have maximum boost control, but the thrust is really low. Remember that you should have over 600 hp...

@rickdangerous5606

4 жыл бұрын

that would make sense he should probably dyno it for shitsn

@msengineeringdavid3148

4 жыл бұрын

Okay buddy you sound completely clueless....

@RedLP5000S

4 жыл бұрын

Agreed. The guy floors it expecting an immediate thrust, but he throws his head back intentionally. What a tool.

@msengineeringdavid3148

4 жыл бұрын

Toob247 Toob247 looks like you’re clueless to don’t go writing paragraphs on comments you can’t understand .

Imagine showing up to one of those Houston area Cars and Coffee with one of these things.

@Khi.252

4 жыл бұрын

John Dell Show Stopper

The rising Sun movie when Cary-Hiroyuki Tagawa drove the Vector W8 totally insane

Car was way ahead of its time

Dry sump alloy block with forged internals, a twin turbo V8 mounted in the back. People even knocking the built 3 speed should know how much insane potential the platform for this car has once refined. Modern engine management and fuel / a supporting fuel system would allow it to hang with supercars of a far more recent era.

You can see the 80s right angled wedge / brick styling merging with the jellybean designs of the 90s in this car, interesting how it evolves

What two 4 cylinder engines did they use for this w 8.? This is awesome looking 😎

If I heard that coming down the road I would be expecting a Old motor home, but then seeing that the noise was coming from that would leave my brain at a blank.

I remember this thing.. still cool

True goldmines: re-creations of these icons! VECTORS (ALL MODELS), CIZETA, PANTERA, CHEETAH, & some of the high powered widow maker TVRs!!!

Beautiful, love it... 🤟💀

Hard to believe that this is 35 yr old technology! Jerry Wegiert got it right with his creation, only 18 were ever built! Vector's performance is still awesome by today's standard's!

Thanx for the video! Awesome car... but i hate its exhaustsound for some reason

at the end of 1980, CAR and DRIVER ran a story called..Vector twin turbo W2. that was the original name and concept. to bad this never really caught on. hell of a car.

Esses carros da década de 80/90 são muito futuristas, parece que saíram de um filme de ficção, cyberpunk, muito top.

Nice, classic.

amazing, these cars are way cooler than todays supercars, i still got the guara, wish i could get a stable mate of that era

@DtRockstar1

4 жыл бұрын

You have a De Tomaso Guara???

This is the most leisurely drive of a super car I've ever seen.

Very cool video, do you think you could do a video driving the Cizeta V16T?

@DtRockstar1

2 жыл бұрын

That's another car I've wanted to drive for a long time. That's a pretty tall order, but I have seen a few of them.

I had a poster of one of those when I was younger in my room

I had no clue this car existed and now I want one

This the one in Ada? Near GR? Roads look familiar, and I know of one out there.

such a cool car

Amazing!

Cool car I knew Jerry, he was a local car guy in the Santa Monica Venice area, not sure who tuned the car before the video was shot, but they needed to back the timing off or run a higher octane gas in the car, the car is pinging like crazy under acceleration.

nice ride

I can imagine this engine mated to a five or even four speed manual box with the shifter in the same place on the sill a la GT40! That would be something. :)

Spot on

What are those things on the windows under the opening? They look padded with some cable running to them? You can see it at 5:20.

SOLD!!! When are these coming out!? :p

Same windshield wiper stalk as my 87 firebird

Atleast he was able to open the windows!

This and the Countach are probably the most outrageous cars ever built. I would love to see one but it's unlikely I'll get the chance because they are so rare. I imagine keeping one on the road is a real challenge since parts are totally unavailable. Just for the fun and adventure of it if you get the chance to drive a Yugo you just have to do it. Those things are completely unpredictable.

@largol33t1

4 жыл бұрын

Well, many of the owners are the ORIGINAL owners and refuse to part with the car because they know how rare it is. Also, interestingly, many say although a supercar, it is unusually reliable and has amazing body work, i mean there isn't a single misaligned panel. I remember a car magazine invited to the body shop and the writer said the welders were VERY picky about the quality of the welds. They wanted it absolutely uniform throughout the frame. When they finally got to the exterior panels, the writer couldn't help noticing that everything was perfectly aligned. I mean perfectly.

The coolest american car ever. In my opinion.

Design is .. amazing ...

Looks like something you might see in Blade Runner. That would be sweet.

This car would make Micheal Knight jealous and make Kitt look like a VW Beetle next to it 😱💗

Sounds like it needs some new plugs lol