Cadillac ATS-V Coupe 6-Speed - One Take
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- Опубліковано 8 вер 2024
- We recently tested the automatic, sedan version of the ATS-V, and loved its chassis, brakes, and power. But it was missing some soul, and maybe a six-speed and two fewer doors is the answer? The Smoking Tire's Zack Klapman takes over in this review of the ATS-V Coupe.
I understand people get used to seeing Matt, but I'm a huge fan of this Zack guy. He's really articulate.
+pleb agreed, it is a nice change of pace.
He is a philosopher and connoisseur of cars.
pleb I actually prefer him over Matt, seems less biased. Matt is big on the lazy side, always seems to down talk certain brands for what ever reason.
Finally, somebody had the balls to say that this car is better then the BMW M4! It's like car enthusiasts are afraid to say it. Great review and thanks for telling the truth. Awesome road for a performance car.
motortrend said it was better then the m4 so
Honestly, this one take was the best one I've seen. Sure Matt is entertaining and fun, but when it comes to these type of videos the dialog is so important and Zack held my interest the entire video. Even towards the end where usually the video falls off, he is still engaging the audience with his unique perspective. Would love to have more videos of Zack doing these and offering a real perspective. His calm and collective persona induces thought much more than Matt and really resonated well with what claims he made.
This. Came to say this. I like Matt. I like him on /Tuned, I like TST, I usually enjoy his one takes. This was awesome though. Zack has a great way of explaining himself and the car, awesome perspectives and insight as well. And I agree, he was engaging throughout the entire video whereas Matt's jokes and commentary can sometimes stale near the end of the review. I like Matt for the same reason that I liked and miss Carlos Lago on MT.
+AlexRAWsome Completely agree. Zack is very cerebral and thoughtful about what he wants to say in his review and held my attention all the way to the end of the video.
+AlexRAWsome Was about to comment the same thing. Obviously Zack was able to put more effort into this than Matt because he isn't making one takes all time but he's really good at making that transition from point to point feel natural.
I am down for more Zack. Easy to listen to and knowledgeable.
+DeleriousZ He's smart and likeable, just needs a little more personality imo.
+Exhaustdd yea, slightly boring guy as is but with time he should open up a little.
Would you like him to be making balloon animals while telling you about the car also?
pat rice hah
Patrice Chery that would be pretty awesome lol
I love your analogies. They are spot on and show you truly know what you're talking about. If you can't explain it simple enough, you don't understand it enough.
5 years later and Zach shows himself as one of the most articulate car reviewers ever
What an awesome guy, keeps it real and is straight to the point with a little bit of attitude and humor. Love the ATS-V.
definitely need more zach one takes. he did really good
If matt is coffee, this guy is tea
one you drink to wake up and get hype
the other you sip pondering
Only one of them makes you fall asleep while doing the same thing...
he drives wayyyy slower too lol
Zach came across as meth
I like the way you described "steering feel", Zack. I've never understood what good steering feel completely meant. Thanks.
Great one-take, Zack
I'd like to see more of Zach on here it's s nice change from Matt every once and a while
You reckon? He doesn't have the same level of entertainment or the ability to capture an audience like others such as Matt. He's a pretty boring person to be honest.
+sheshd This one-take essentially became "just another review."
BRING MATT BACK !
+sheshd I agree, I dont know how zach even got the job. Much better people out there for it
+Austin Lintelman i think he will get better/more comfortable behind the camera with experience like matt
This feels more like a review than an One Take
Good job, Zack
Very good video! I actually enjoy watching Zack the most honestly. He speaks very intelligently.
Stop feeling cracks with your fingertips man.
+hellobooom How do you think I got this job? :)
+Zack Klapman Awesome review. I was a little skeptical at first when I saw it wasn't Matt, but you won me over. I love that your one take style is so much different than his. Keep doing your thing, and don't let the haters worry you too much.
About the car though, I'm not too surprised at what you said about it. I drove a manual F80 M3 last week and was actually a little disappointed in how it felt. Needless to say that M3 experience and this video make me even more interested in the ATS-V.
+Zack Klapman Nice one lol.
"The fear of the unknown is something that is very real in our DNA"
The amount of dislikes in a video presented by not the usual dude proves it.
+She Swallowed It I suspect many of the dislikes are because he repeatedly said the car was better in every measurable way to M3/4 and C63 AMG. Brand whores don't like their fantasy challenged by reality.
Peder Hansen
Bias comes from opinion regardless of the facts. For decades car reviewers preferred the BMW, biased towards it even, but for some reason, when a non German automaker produces a vastly superior performing car, and they say that it is, somehow they're biased. Or paid by GM. Yes, "reality" indeed.
As much as like Zack, there's a bit too much talk and he doesn't put the car through it's paces the way Matt does. I'm not saying that this is a 'bad' thing, just that we are all used to Matt's style of One Take.
Couldn't have said it better.
It's his first one. Give him some time to get comfortable with it.
+Taylor Campbell He should still be subject to criticism. How does he know what we like or how he can improve if nobody gives him feedback?
I, too, thought he had great insights on the car and car culture in general but was a bit too blase about the experience of driving a fast car. There wasn't the excitement that I enjoy in Matt's reviews.
I think people should be constructive instead of being so harsh.
Taylor Campbell Doesn't seem like Duncan was being harsh at all. Maybe you're just a bit too sensitive?
Can we do a review with Matt and Zach both in the car? This would be cool getting them both to drive and speak their thoughts
+Lucas LeFever yeah thatd be cool, when they turn around the other could hop in and drive.
Once I saw Zack I was like "Here come the dislikes." It's ok Zack, I like you! Keep making videos man. Ignore the haters.
Way less douchey than Matt
Good video Zack. You've definitely got your own unique style and I'd like to see you do other one-takes in the future.
GREAT One Take!!! I would love to see more One Takes from you, Zack! And Matt, of course!
Zack, you should do more one takes. Really digging this
Finally Zack at it again, he did a great job with the Audi R8 Plus review, more of him please!
Dude, good job Zach! This was a very mature and informative review while still remaining fun an funny.
I like Zach a lot. People will get used to him. Some thing happened to Hot Rod Garage on Motortrend.
Great video Zack.
Folks think it's easy to commentate while driving.
Talking to yourself in a car for a hour is a LOT harder than people think.
These roads with minimal guard rails give me the willies. 150-ft drop-offs, certain Deth, full Thelma and Louise, and Zack just bleems along at 75 with one hand on the wheel. Impressed.
I love Zack's reviews. He gives great presentation with tons of great information in a much more based and logical fashion than Matt. I also like all of the similes. Keep up the great work and I hope you get to review more and more cars in the future.
THUMBS UP FOR MORE ZACK!
I quite like Zack. He's a little different to Matt, and isn't that the point? Variety is the spice of life, and this is variety that I like.
I never comment, in general, but I have to say Zach, you are well-spoken and genuine.
Zack should definitely do more video's, his anecdotal approach is a welcome to change
I wanted to get mad that Matt wasn't hosting but I actually liked this guy. Great video.
Same! But Zach is level headed hah. And is engaging.
Its refreshing to watch a Smoking Tyre reviewer who is not wearing a All Black zip up jersey.
Good work Zac.
You guys forgot to put ats-v in the title
+Evan Egnatis Matt is way more fun to watch, wtf is this guy.
+Scooby blue
I find this guy at least as good as Matt.
Stop being a fanboy he did awesome.
+Scooby blue Matt's reviews have a tendency to constantly bash things he doesn't like. I feel like this is a lot more honest and straightforward assessment of the car
I actually liked this guy's style. It was a refreshing change after listening to Matt complain about on center steering, performance clutches and not fitting in a seat. Well done sir!
Thumbs up for the bassline reference!
I like this guy. He is very descriptive. Can really get you to understand what he is talking about
i like the contrast zach seems more like the metaphorical smart guy and matts the wise crack one liner guy, i like the balance.
I like how Zack took the opportunity and didnt try to copy Matt style of saying and doing such cars like this. I also like how he drove suttle and calm like most people who may buy this car.
The Cadillac for sure got better but the M4 is also not all that great currently.
+slaWterCH It's not a case of the M4 not being all that great. Lieberman said the ATS-V may possibly be the best handling sedan ever made, and most reviews tend to agree along those lines. The ATS-V is one of only two sedans to break the 3 minute mark at VIR - the other one being the CTS-V.
The point is that Cadillac is not fucking around. They're not beating BMW because BMW suddenly became terrible, they're beating BMW because they're just that good now. This is the new world order, better get used to it.
+Vernon Price GM Performance Chassis Engineers are not fucking around. The ATS-V lacks only in subjective interior categories and exhaust note, but in every other way pretty much smokes the German stuff. Better setups, better steering, faster around any track you put it on. The CTS-V (video in about 2 weeks) is the best American car I've ever driven except the Ford GT.
+TheSmokingTire Have you had a chance to drive the new CT6?
+TheSmokingTire It's obvious now people can not say American cars are less than their foreign competitors. Ford is giving us the new Ford GT. And the GT350 Mustang's. Genmeral Motors is giving us the corvette's(hopefully the ZR1 is coming) and the Cadillacs. It sucks to see the Viper leaving AGAIN, but the current ACR is the fastest car you can buy that is not a million dollars.
Peder Hansen You are one of those people he was referring to. Do you think an Automotive Journalist whose job is to report on cars for a LIVING those not know driving dynamics and speed alone does not sell a car? He mentioned only two areas the ATS V needs improvement. The interior fit and finish and sound department. Everything is is perfect and great. So please if you want that Mercedes then go ahead and get it. But do not make it seem like Cadillac is not the better choice for less money.
Zach, you are an excellent reviewer and driver. I really enjoyed this because of your clarity, professionalism, touch of humor, and solid information - keep it up. :-)
Excellent review and the subjective criticism is especially helpful. Glad to see GM stepping up their game. Keep up the great job.
Great 1 take Zack! I have to admit that car is really appealing.
I didn't read all the comments, but I'm sure you're gonna get a lot of shit being new on giving a review on camera, but I think you did a very good unbiased job.
You did wayyy better the Kyle Kellie in the new Street Outlaws. Lol
The "track pack" takes away the tow hook. Interesting decision.
I have had this car for a year and a half in the Auto. My sticker was around $73K. NO TRACK PKG. Then I got a great deal on it, so I have had most every hot car in my lifetime and i'm 66 yo. with out doubt the best handling and fastest car I have ever owned. The next best car was a 2007 Audi RS4. That was a great car too but not as fast. Who cares about the back seat no one gets to sit back there anyway. Knock wood no problems so far as with my BMW M3 and Audi RS4 that ha d erly problems and the M3 never handled close to this one.
Contemplating the auto v. 6mt. Do you miss the manual?
This generation of "V" cars are much better quality-wise than the previous CTS-V's.....but when I grabbed a door handle of the CTS-V at the auto show it felt like one of my kid's Playskool toys. It had a sticker of $98K.
You're 100% right. The materials all lack the mass that you want in a car that expensive.
Such a sublime looking vehicle, I love those new Cadillac designs so much !
Was never a real big Cadillac fan, but damn do I Love these.... Way to change the image of a car company in the past few years.
I don't think Matt needs to be the only person doing one takes. Let Zack, Thad (when he gets back) and Chris do reviews. They'll notice different things and you may even be able to produce more content because you're not just relying on Matt to film the videos.
+Scott Pulkowski Please not Chris. I don't mind the guy but when he isn't there for a podcast its a huge breathe of fresh air.
Enjoyed Zach a lot! This felt more like a review than a one take. I'd love more of these.
Zack is a car guy, he sure knows his shit. Well done.
totally agree, american cars are no longer chasing german benchmarks they are in fact ahead now. I see ford offering tuning parts like superchargers and improved brakes from the factory for their new cars, I see GM showing no intention of dropping manual gearboxes, I see vipers beating lap records of a porsche 918, it just shows me that there's still a market for driving- as well as performance-enthusiasts. but in my opinion they can only compete with brands like bmw because german companies have stopped caring about performance much and rather go for luxury, swag and profit now. over the last 2-3 years I saw every german brand starting to build more and more aggressive looking cars with no performance to match that. many old M cars and AMGs can be considered sleepers, the new ones are the opposite they deliver artificial sounds and get owned by american cars around a track which are a lot cheaper and yet offer quality and luxury too.
Great job Zack! As someone who spends a lot of time leading people for work, my only advice would be to use some pitch change in your voice to add enthusiasm and be confident. You know more than we do! You drove the car. Don't be afraid to share your opinion. You did a great job today and I look forward to seeing where this goes.
I kinda like this new format where it is explained exactly what packages and value its in the car.
This dude knows how to talk about cars. He should do more of these.
Diamond -> Porsche -> BMW. I was cracking up!
This was a pretty solid video. Good job, Zack.
Ah pleasure seeing Zack again, I remember the video you made with the R8! Great video :)
Been waiting for more one takes from this guy. I like him
That got pretty deep for a one take, but I feel like Zack doing his own thing compliments Matt's style pretty well. It gives the channel more balance. The only thing missing here--I'm not the only person to notice this--is the more detailed engine/brakes/transmission stuff that we usually get in these videos. I wonder if it's because this car has already been on the channel.
+snackinglots For the record that was a vote for more Zack one takes.
Always like zachs videos refreshing and entertaining
Thank you for explaining steering feel. I had no clue what people meant by this.
I love cars!...but I ain't gonna be talking and driving vigorously whilst next to a billion foot drop off! so mad props to Matt and Zack.
Zack is a thinker and he really digs down into things and gives it alot of thought. Hes straight forward and honest without trying to sell you something. Ive heard him break down E36 M vs IS300 and he talked about them for weeks in podcasts. If he says somethings good its good. I think on the low he knows alot more than Matt does in certain aspects on things but somethings he forgets little details. So hes often over shadowed.
Zach should be on more often.
this guy is very knowledgeable and informative while still being easy/fun to watch. I wouldn't mind more of him or maybe him and matt together doing a one take or reviewing a car
I saw a Firebird at the end! Are we getting a review on a a well sorted Ls1 F body?
Yes
+TheDirtyBirdLT1 Woooh! And thanks 👍
+TheDirtyBirdLT1 Sweet!
LOVED Zach in All Cars go to Heaven, and he KILLED this video. Thank you TST!
not to sound like a big troll but I think this was rather boring, too much talking and not enough driving. I'd rather read an article if I wanted to know all the details. I want to see how it drives!
+KoNLaR pff who reads ?
I know I'm 5 minutes in and he's saying nothing about the drive.
+KoNLaR That view of the canyon was enough to keep me happy. I liked it though, a nice change. As visually appealing as drifts and hard accelerations are (don't get me wrong, I love those too), it was good to have someone deliver a sophisticated review of a car with some quality info.
Bro 5 mins in I was head down sleeping (snoring) at my desk with this guy narrating my dreams! No lie
liked this review. felt a little more like a review of a feeling rather than Matts reviews of things he likes/dislikes on said car. nice work
Lexus and Cadillac are making the biggest splashes and performance right now those are the two brands Germany need to watch out for
While I don't really like the overall design (both of interior and exterior), the point made in the end about brand loyalty and engineering was really eye-opening, made me respect this car so much more. Shame though the only cars with engines full of character are C63 and RCF in this segment.
Another cool review Zack, hope to see you more.
Zack said everything that confirms I want this car ! Thanks For the ride.
Man this guy had some good analogies
Well spoken host. Good job sir.
Great review. Subscribed to watch One Takes for a while now, but this is my first comment. You need to be doing more of these. VERY articulate. Matt has his own style, and I think yours balances nicely.
The feeling i get from all Cadillac reviews is "God what a great car, how long can i talk about how great it is before i get to the part where i admit i'd never actually buy one"
+ceounicom Which is sort of the point you just made at the end of the video! yeah, the concept of Cadillac as an old-people's car has not entirely worn off in my mind, and i think it persists with a lot of people.
This is the same guy who said the 911 turbo isn't a sports car because it does too many things well...
+Light Yagami It DOES. It's a like if Superman was also a 3 star michelin chef, and a yoga master. He can't be defined as one thing.
"Design" in the sense of thinking about the best way to execute a functional vehicle. Aesthetically, they don't turn me on that much.
Zach's a very articulate and philosophical reviewer. I like Matt but let's see more of Zach, too.
this guy is very well spoken. love Matt's reviews but add this guy in more often...its refreshing
Get this guy on the show more often. Loved this review.
Would've been cool to have Matt in the passenger seat. Not a complaint though, awesome video Zack!
Zack, this was a good review. You broke down Electric Steering and the gauges and why this is not a car to miss. Matt's word is strong to a lot of males but you made me even more of a fan of this car than i already was. I think i still prefer the CTS V but if i had this car i'd still be excited every nice day to go out and drive it. You should do more reviews.
Awesome! So hyped to see more Zack.
I really, really liked this video!! Zack is an enthusiast and he knows what the hell he is talking about!
Nicely done Zack. I gotta say, your style is a great compliment to Matts'. Keep it up brother!
Ya know what the ATS-V needs? (aside from the underwhelming interior) Crazy colors. BMW's M cars have always had some iconic polarizing colors that just make the car pop and give them a real presence. Laguna Seca Blue, Austin Yellow, Yas Marina Blue, Imola Red. Even the Audis have some crazy yellows and blues. The ATS-V is a good looking car, but put it next to an M4 and they just don't have the same presence.
If I were in the market I'd have such a hard time choosing between the two. On the one hand I love BMW and I'll admit I'm a fanboy, but I so want Cadillac to succeed. They've come so far since the first released the CTS.
Zack, I always like the analogies you use to describe different aspects of the car
BMW who? never heard of them.
Love it, haha.
+eggncheezy mixes way better looking though. Caddys still look so slab-sided to me. :/
I could get used to some One Takes with Zack in them. Very informative.
Cadillac and Volvo making the best looking cars this year. Also props to Mazda 6, with its slight tweaks going into the new model year, it looks smashing and best in it's class.
Awesome one take. Went through options and interior. And zack is cool
Easily one of the best one takes 👌👍.
Zack crushing it. Its almost overwhelming, he's like an information-gushing machine. Had to stop and backtrack like twice.
Great job Zack. Different style, which I like. Happy to see more videos of you in the future.
Matt is my boy, but it sure feels refreshing hearing another take on the One take. Job well done.
Wow. I was bummed out at first when I realized it wouldn't be Matt doing this review but you did a great job, man! My performance Cadillac closet obsession just got reinforced and somewhat validated. I want to test drive one of these. I can live without an Audi or BMW electronics interface if the driving experience is as good as you say.
at first I was like where is Matt, but Zack did a surprisingly good job. Keep it up!
Good week of one takes.