An Automatic Ferrari - Automatically a Ferrari?
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This man is the only UA-cam car presenter who is always dressed properly for the beautiful cars he presents. Fantastic channel!
I agree. And his dialog is equally outstanding and impressive.
This was a tricky quiz. The automatic transmission was first invented by a Canadian steam engineer, Alfred Munro, and patented in 1921 but it never went into commercial development. Two Brazilians, Araipe and Lemos, came up with the first hydraulic system prototype in 1932. It was sold to General Motors and became the Hydramatic, introduced in 1939 for 1940 model year Oldsmobiles and Cadillacs. It had an impressively long life, still being used in Rolls-Royce and Bentley cars until 1967.
nom pas du tout la vrais boite auto moderne est un injenieurs francais alsacien gaston fleischer , ha l amerique pourquoi les voitures americaine ont des boites automatiques , car en 1941 avec la guerre japonaise , l etat a mit son veto sur tous les brevets etrangers , ( le moteur de l avion mustang est un merlin de roll royce ou le v8 sur une voiture c est une dion bouton en 1909 ) , revenont a notre gaston avec sa peugeot equipé en en 1935 , il sait presenté a tout les constructeurs americain pour son brevet , il lui proposer 2 dollars par boites fabriquées , il aurais du finir millionnaire en fin de sa vie , car il fini dans la misere car il a refusé , il voulais lui mene contruire son usine et dans les années 50 il a perdu son procé contre les contructeurs americains car un pot de terre contre un pot de fer c est toujours le pot de fer qui gagne
et en plus elle est fragile la boite GM a 3 rapports ( la meme sur jaguar v12 )pour une conduite sport car elle aime pas les tours a 6000 trm fr.wikipedia.org/wiki/Gaston_Fleischel
I think a full, rounded, accurate understanding of Ferraris doesn't come at first to many folks; it's just too easy to view Ferraris as flashy, super fast stuff meant only for rich, flashy people. That's too simplistic. These models in the video are awesome and I'd gladly have one if I could afford it.
I love the stealth Ferraris. I had a debadged 456 when I was younger.
It was perfect.
But I have always liked the angular design of the 400s.
I enjoyed the "compare and contrast" of these elegant Grand Touring cars. It is an elegant design but Pininfarina recycled it from the 1970 Fiat 130 Coupe! That car was built from 1970 until 1977 and still is a styling standout.
After viewing photos, I'd have to say that you're right. Thanks for that insight. I had no idea.
My favorite Ferrari. I’ve always loved the 4-seat models. Was the bronze example recently acquired? I remember seeing one come across the block at one of the auction houses lately.
My all time favorite Ferrari (actually the 412I with manual transmission). Hard to beat power windows, steering, brakes and an A/C that actually cools the cars interior. Personal luxury coupe in 1980's attire to the hilt. The Mercedes SLC's of the same period were far better cars from a comfort and usability standpoint but the 400's and 412's were James Bond cool. Another excellent review Donald.
Great presentation! Sammy Davis Jr. used to have one.
Finally, a guy that is accurate and knowledgeable , spot on !
You hit the nail on the head. They are the gentleman's Ferrari.
Thank you Mr. Osborn, I enjoy every one of your videos. The Audrain has been added to my “must visit” list of automotive museums.
These kind of cars on automatics made sense in the past when the speed limits were less strict and the divide between crapbox and sports was huge, you’d be able to floor these cars casually. Now speed limits are strict and economy cars easily hit it, so the only time you make use of high performance is in a track where you’d probably want a manual, aside from the 200 people who drive the autobahn every week.
Donald prepare! When we get back to normal I'll be visiting your museum. I had no idea this was there. I'm a hop skip and a jump away in Mass.
We are excited for you to come in!
I have seen your video with great delay,but I have liked it very much,also because I am a lucky owner of a 400 i gt,with the 5 speed manual. They are really great cars,and if you do the proper manteinance they are also extremely reliable. Congratulations for your timeless elegance and for your competent manner in explaining your feelings and sensations behind the wheel. Best greetings from Italy.
Thank you once again, Donald. I've never heard of, nor have I seen the Ferrari 400 series cars. Had they been imported to the USA I know they would have met my must-drive or must-have lists in the '80s. Perhaps those that dislike Ferrari having built this type of car might understand were they to think of a nice Oldsmobile coupe manufactured without regard to a price point.
Something I'd like clarification of is Donald having stated "Turbo-Hydramatic." Would this be the GM line of transmissions? Or a generic term for the type? Since Rolls-Royce did indeed use GM Turbo-Hydramatic transmissions, I can completely understand Ferrari having done the same, and most particularly the Turbo 400 version.
I thought the 250 GTE might deserve a mention considering that was Ferraris first 4 seater.
Pre-predecessor of the 365 GT 2+2 from 1968 was The 250 GTE from 1960 produced until 1963 followed by the 330 Gt 2-2
@@bennyhannover9361 yes. I was pointing out that the first 4 seater Ferrari was the 250 GTE and it wasnt mentioned by the presenter.
Very enjoyable and informative video. These Ferrari's seem like a well tailored Italian suit - well made, classic style, and tailored to fit.
Thank you Mr. Osborne for this video. I am a big fan of Gentlemens Express type automobiles, the Ferrari's you just demonstrated, the Bentley S2 Continental coupes of the 1950's, the 1965 Buick Riviera, and the 1940's Alfa Romeo 6C-2500 among others. Thanks again.
End of an era with the last Columbo V 12, might of mentioned that. The early 5 speed cars were fun, turbo 400 auto, not so much, even the 412 was boring...
While I can't blast off , the styling and materials of this Ferrari remind me a lot of my 87 Volvo 780 Bertone.
I remember those. That version of Volvo is the only non-American car a friend of mine liked.
Since it uses a GM TH400 automatic I have always wondered if you could add a Gear Vendors overdrive unit on the back like the rest. I think that along with a lower gear ratio in rear differential would inject a bit of modern day performance and usefulness.
I love these cars I am a Ferrarista even though I don’t own one. I love them and know them well. I grew up with a 250 GT Boano 275 GTBs and finally at 3:08 GT.
Thanks for the video. Great work and very well spoken and understandable told. No noise at all so it's also very nice to listen and understand even english is not my mother tongue. Thanks again and hope to see more of your videos. Greetings from Türkiye.
Great video. I've have a 1984 400iA (for 18 years) and I agree with all that was said. It's an awesome long haul car. Quiet, comfortable and fast. It's interesting to note that 75% of them were automatics in the years that they were offered. I've been parked next to an '84 512 Berlinetta Boxer and there are lots of styling queues that are similar on both cars.
Cues. Queues are lines of people.
Nice video! I love these cars. I've driven a carburated 400 A once and it was an experience I won't forget 🇮🇹👍😊
With videos like this and your other video with the Enzo you should show more of the interior
I'd have appreciated that too.
I would love to have either of them. Both wonderful cars.
Donald, I just came across your review here. I previously owned a 1983 Toyota Celica, both the '82 & '83 Celica's had rectangular tilt up headlights (928 Porsche) then for the 1984 model Toyota went to the more conventional pop up style of headlight. Long story short - I now see where the Toyota designers got the inspiration for the front end of the 1983 Toyota Celica, it is very similar in appearance to the 400i featured in the review IMO. It's funny how over the years everything is copied and recycled style wise, you just need to know where to look for the clues.
beautifully done.
Thanks!
Queen Mary, not Queen Mother... The Queen’s mother wasn‘t that tall - at least compared to the ocean liner ;-)
As European native. Manual is the natural choice for a sport car. Manual is for fun, auto is for traffic jam 😄. As I use to say.
Very professional and interesting review. Thank you, sir.
Wonderful video. These cars are Grand Routiers made by a very special sports car manufacturer and of course they are real Ferraris. I would prefer the automatic version and I think this bronze/tan color combination is very nice (gun metal grey/black is my first choice). BTW: Recently a 400i was in front of me on the road and I was surprised how compact it was, compared to contemporary cars.
One of the most elegant Ferraris.
Great video , I think the 400i is an underrated masterpiece.
Glad you enjoyed!
This is my favourite Ferrari. They are so classy. They are for me. I wish to get one
it's alway been my favourite classic Ferrari, a classic car not like the modern ones driven by those with "new money".
Beautiful cars, and a fascinating vid. Thanks.
3:28 anyone else getting Vauxhall/Opel Senator vibes?
Also what a beautiful building!
What a lovely looking car.
Not a bad presentation but he needs to get his facts right. The late 60s car was simply the 365 GT nick named the Queen Mary because of its overall size. The first of the new shape was styled 365 GT4 2+2 the 4 standing for 4 camshafts.I have owned one for 37 years.
I like. Very slick.
let's be honest about one thing, those cars came to be because signore Lamborghini was cashing in on the Espada since 1968.
Great review!
Glad you enjoyed it
la boite auto est pour les belles routes americaines coule a 88 m , sur route etroite de france des alpes ou les apilles ou de corse ou sur les autoroutes allemandes , le v12 se met a chanter avec une boite mecanique
I've known about these a long time, and always wanted to own one. It hasn't happened yet, but who knows? This is a toy that your wife can't tell you is useless, because its as practical as any other gas guzzling behemoth of the road.
Great stuff!
Great video sir!!
The first automatic transmission offered by Mercury , I guess . Great show !
In the USA, Chrysler released the first car that you didn't have to shift, in 1939. It was basically an automated manual transmission and called Fluid-Drive. They were indestructible. I have a 1948 Chrysler with Fluid-Drive and it still operates perfectly and has never been opened up or repaired in any way.
General Motors released the first automatic transmission as we know it, in 1940 in the Oldsmobile line. The first-year cars with that transmission were troublesome and often required a full rebuild in less than twenty-thousand miles. However, it's been stated that GM had all the bugs worked out for the 1941 model year.
A brown Ferrari. My preference over red.
Speedometer issues , crazy sam🥴
Why does the blue one have the prancing horse on the front grill and the bronze one does not ?
Stolen.
The 400i got a facelift in 1982, 1983. The cavalino horse was gone in the grill, the interior got redesigned, and the rear panel was in body color. Also the rear bumper got twin fog lights added.
They look like Suburu SXT's.
Stick shift if you live in flat place anywhere with hills you want automatic.
I say something close to your comment. Stick shift if you don't have to sit in heavy traffic, anywhere with traffic you want the automatic. I like your username!
shoot, they all are nowadays.
Got a 400i for sale if anyone is interested..
Timeless Design...
I LOVED YOUR LANCIA.
Why do we need to hear everything all the way from Adam and Eve? We are car guys! We know! Speed it up... 😴😴😴
If you buy one of these, you WILL find out that neither the engine nor the automatic are the problem. At their age, and in the real world they just have a very unreliable electrical system !!!