Is the new McLaren GT a proper GT supercar? 2000km Euro tour review
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- Опубліковано 25 сер 2024
- The McLaren GT is the first of McLaren's new GT model line, designed to compete head on with the likes of the Aston Martin DB11 and Bentley Continental GT. To find out if a mid-engined car can really be a true GT, I took one first to the chilly North of England, then across to Le Mans in France and finally on to Saint Tropez.
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Brilliant road trip. Harry makes it feel like we’re going along for the ride.
The best car reviewer bar none.
I doubt you will get any arguments about that, certainly not from me.
Agreed
*Henry Catchpole would like to have a word with you*
Some of the things I like about Harry & his reviews are that he seems to be a bottomless pool of knowledge with a common sense, no "rah-rah!!" sort of commenting on his latest topic. He just tells you how he sees it and makes you want to relax in front of your computer and enjoy his presentation. Henry Catchpole is working his way into a future as maybe Harry's protégé. His style is already much the same as Harry, in that he's usually quite calm, well spoken, and very knowledgeable. I really enjoyed his work with the Aston Martin Vantage AMR and the Porsche 911 Singer. These two gentlemen have "settled to the top" of the business in the last few years and I've become one of the many subscribers. I believe we'll have many more excellent videos to look forward to...
Agreed
Harry is like a father, mentor and car journalist all rolled into one.
Cookie Monster - Cookies & Autos absolutely. Just a wonderful human being all around.
Came here to write Mr. Metcalfe is a revelation, but you've put it so much better! Thumb's up all the way!
Sorta Dad at the time you'd think this is so boring. Then look back like those were the best times I'll ever have
He also an agricultural engineer. You should check out his other channel : Harry's farm
and Farmer!
A Harry's Garage episode.
*sigh*
I'm so glad to put the world on hold for a few minutes.
Before I clicked I read that this was a Hoovie's Garage episode. 😂
@@FinnishPanther a few weeks ago Hoovie started a video with Harry's cadence and it was a great little Easter egg!
Harry's the last person who should be doing this test, as someone who drives a Testarossa to the Sahara and a Countach to Italy. And yet he's also the best person, of course.
Harry, Tweed and a Mclaren GT. Perfect just perfect
@Adam Balding "You" "Are" clearly of a higher intelligence than I could possibly strive for. I know when i'm beat...
mrmoran0077 love it so brilliantly British
I always enjoy Harry’s road trips. Makes me want to hit the Route Napoleon.
Yes. Harry's videos are BRILLIANT. Full stop!
Whenever I mention France my kids always say. 'ooohh, Route Napoleon.. FlexiPlus?..'.. in hommage to Harry!!
Brilliant review Harry.. I just love the way you don’t sugarcoat everything. Truly authentic 👍🏻
Everybody knows there is an issue with the reliability of the Maclarens and the best way to shut up the mouth of your competitors is giving one to Harry for one or two weeks. He is a real profesional (not these child youtubers) that has done, again, a great video that is also beautiful.
Excellent.
Two weeks isn't enough a few months maybe to see how reliable it is
@@allensaunders449 The important thing to remember: Harry doesn't stay within a 10 mile radius of his house to require the few month test period. He takes it into europe where it gets shaken down. If it is going to break or have manufacturing gremlins, then it will show on these trips. IMO, two weeks is plenty of time to get a good feel for these cars.
I'd never buy a car if can't easily lift hood and see the engine
@@rickmiles85 If it cocks up every two weeks, I'd be filing a not fit for purpose complaint, or lemon law etc. That's not just "essential english character" that's just pathetic. But also, I think that Harry, being English and somewhat accustomed to supercars, is willing to put up with English and European manufacturing flaws. The way he palmed off issues of Range Rover reliability in a previous video was quite telling.
Fireblade 954 you really are blinded
ALL I could think of was turning up at McLaren with £165k and wanting one made with NO options. It probably would cost them more to make it than the punter is paying! Like a custom made 'standard exhaust'. Gorgeous car, lovely camera work, great video. Thank you for all the effort making it. Have you ordered one yet?
Hahaha I never actually never though of that. I think more manufacturers might actually lose money on their high-end cars if their customers didn't put ANY optional extras on it.
I can't understand why LED lights is a option for a 2020 car that should be standard
10k for electrically adjustable seats and wheel column and some leather on dash :D
Only people like us who are too poor to buy these cars think this way.
@Cathal, how do people come up with these conclusions I simply don’t understand ?? Rich people are one of the cheapest people you’ll ever meet! They have millions because they don’t spend money not because they “don’t care”.....
@@scuderia747bhp that's bullshit they have millions because they earn alot of money not because they don't spend any
gebakken aarshaar usually they get there by being frugal for a good portion of their lives
Me walking the kids to school on an icy morning: hmm did I wear the right shoes?
Harry -5°C: hmm did I bring the right car?
Hahaha yes
TheHabitual77 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Oooooooo alright posh! Mr Johnny 2 shoes here!
Beautiful
“Right old faff” when talking bout the pesky card reader. This guy is quintessentially British! 😂
Same for me with my Aston in France with their tolls.
I had an E89 and needed to literally get out of the car to pay tolls
I have the same problem with my XJ-S.
MRTWINTURBO88 What does ”faff” mean?
MP-Fin trouble and ain’t go time .
After the f1 this for me is the best looking mclaren yet. I’m not a fan of this modern obsession with over styling everything so it’s good to see they have shown some restraint.
Drove through Burford this afternoon in my truck. I’m always looking out for you, Harry, so I can get a toot of my air horns on a video 😂
Sorry, i was busy editing today.
12C and 720S look rather nice as well imo, a rather clean design compared to the logo shaped light cars.
Totally agree. Elegance ages better
Harry is like 007.....he is the coolest cat i know. I wanna be like him when i get older (wait.....I’m already 43!).
you can do it good luck
ZK. Your 43, omg i wish i was 43 again. Im 46 🙁
Harry and Chris Harris are hands-down my favorite car journalists. Love these road trip videos!
I would add Johnny Smith to that list, that would be my preferred trio for the Top Gear job
Throttle House is up there for me when it comes for the giggles and dynamic chemistry between those two. Oh and don't forget Jason Cammisa who I can't get enough of, especially about forgotten cars from the past.
@@KevinKickChannel Yes, good call. All great as well. I'm a particularly big fan of Throttle House since they're Canadian like me.
Trough of Bowland - stunningly beautiful.
Felt all snug and happy watching this scenic GT review, Thanks Harry and your co-driver for the great shots. Drove the minor roads in France may times in our Lotus, just pure unadulterated pleasure.
This has to be one of the all time greatest real world car reviews
The price of cars and the options are shear madness.
James T the option to bankrupt yourself !
Not the superior in all aspects C8 Corvette mid engine supercar.
Just short of $290,000 USD.
@@JG-ge3ui Mclaren and build quality (also reliability) don't go very well together.
Mike X yeah but could you bare to be seen in one
30+ mpg that's amazing! my 2.0 4cyl does about the same, minus everything else this car has
Doesn't McLaren have cylinder deactivation when you're just cruising at motorway speed in comfort mode?
That has to be one of my favourite video courtesy "Harry's Garage" really interesting to get an insight to the McLaren GT across the UK to France. Learning facts about the car and roads and scenery to see along the way. Really wonderful. 😀
Who else thinks that Harry is just a cool guy and comes across to the viewer like he’s talking to a mate in the pub.
I feel a sense of anticipation, like a kid going on holidays when Harry drives on to a boat! . . . . Love the McLaren too!
Nice to see no one complaining about 'shoots'! Totally agree when I drove the GT it felt like the brakes didn't work and I had to really push hard on the brake peddle to get it to stop.
"Hope you've enjoyed this video..." Oh Yes Harry, we have MUCH enjoyed this video! We enjoy all your videos! Brilliant as always. Thanks for all the info for us car enthusiasts, from the most entertaining and enthusiastic car enthusiast. Just one thing - on the dusk drive via La Garde-Freinet into St Tropez, it didn't seem to have auto dynamic 'self-dipping' LED headlamps where you can just leave them on High Beam and it auto-blanks off LEDS as appropriate for on-coming cars - the headlights seemed sub-par - or perhaps not! Many thanks Harry.
Awesome video as usual Harry. The options are brutal. On a car in that price bracket, you definitely shouldn't have to pay extra for parking sensors, a rear view camera or things like a cabin pollen filter!
Great review, Harry. Good to see you venturing up to my neck of the woods, the Trough of Bowland. The Inn At Whitewell is a local favourite of mine.
My wife and I love The Inn at Whitewell! It's a real treat to stay there. I'm a farmer with a passion for dirt bikes, cars, in fact almost anything with wheels. Your UA-cam channels have made my time in the farm office so much more pleasurable but less productive.
Of all the car reviewers on UA-cam, Harry's videos are the once I always watch as soon as I get a notification. He really reviews the car. He spends time with it, drives it like we'd drive it, and then gives you a review that's useful.
What a great trip! It is a trip that truly defines what a truly GT car is.
I agree, but I'd need a bit more luggage space than the McLaren offers.
@@paulanderson79
The GT is the only Mclaren with heated seats.
It's a clincher!
I stumbled across Bowland Fells a few years ago in a Ford Kuga that I'd collected from Bangor, having decided to go for a drive around for a bit before heading back home South. Absolutely stunning scenery there. Mclaren looks nice.
The Trough of Bowland is so beautiful that you'd think you were in Yorkshire.
I’m part German and British, I was born in American but I can surely say that I was born on the wrong continent. The idea of driving through Little town‘s experiencing all the family owned restaurants, butchers, bakeries, I’m so jealous of that. I’m so jealous with the idea of just driving around European small towns and not at all that you get to drive that car. Thanks Harry, another wonderful video.
Best looking "real world" McLaren I've seen a review on. Great stuff and thanks for sharing👍
“Over seas” Harry??? 😂😂😂 these trip videos are my favorite.
Greebo 954 😂😂😂
And during fog the continent is isolated. I love this very British point of view...
Easily the best car review channel on UA-cam. Also that car in that spec too......want!
Hi Harry. Brilliant video as always! Me and some friends also took a motorbike trip to the south of France (all the way from Scotland), with the route specifically chosen to include the Millau viaduct. It was spectacular.
In other exciting news for the channel, we (your loyal subscribers) have had a meeting and decided unanimously that we're going to send you on a trip like this once every month, until further notice. We shall leave it to you to decide the route, destination and vehicle!
Looking forward to the next one. ;-)
Harry, You really are a wizard! A channel for real car nuts. Fantastic narration, great audio, feels like we are there with you. Never stop. Also i love Harry’s farm too.
You can see the smile showing an honest review.
Love the HG road trips. A master of his craft.
Love the review. Great road trip. Car sounds boomy inside all the time on camera but may just be a factor of the microphone as Harry never comments on it. Dreams are made of this stuff
Had a real good chuckle when Harry was trying to reach the card reader LOL...you could hear him muttering sweet nothings under his breath stretching through the window, opening the door, stepping out, all while on the motorway...man I love Harry's overseas trips.
I can definately see the appeal of it and I think its beautiful, but personally I'd rather something like a 599
GT4C lusso
@@RichardEnglander yeah that works too but I still think a manual 599 is my favorite gt car ferrari have done
I'd probably spend way less and get a 550, spend the rest on a nice exhaust and taking it to some really nice places
or the new 992 gt3
@@haoli2465 456 much better buy tbh
It was all going so well until you mentioned 220 THOUSAND QUID!!!! Just insane.
Carl Avory so what People will buy them. The Portofino starts at around £180k
Very enjoyable review.
This and the P1 are the only modern McLarens that i genuinely like. They deliver what they're expected to and are more appealing than most of the competitors, with almost nothing to complain about.
Fantastic review as always, Harry.
Thank you so much for taking the time to create your videos; us car fanatics appreciate it very much.
This might be my favourite McLaren, which surprises me. But, the chance of me choosing one over an Aston DB11 or a Ferrari Lusso is precisely zero. McLaren are game changers, but a large part of the game they’ve changed is to lower the bar of customer service and reliability in their sector.
It's not a particularly good looking in my opinion. It doesn't look special.
For a 4 litre V8 those mpg figures are really impressive.
My 2.4 Diesel can't manage it round town lol. I suspect it's mostly motorway miles for 30MPG
I don't know how I missed your videos until about a month ago, but I must tell you, I like your car reviews better than anyone else's. Those are truly proper reviews and I'm a big fan. Cheers from US.
Genuine enthusiasm from a man who knows his cars makes me feel that this is a real winner. What a really lovely vehicle. Thanks for the trip Harry. Cheers, Bob
Another great road trip video, thanks for sharing with us. Beautiful Riva yacht as well! I think I’ll keep my 991 rather than the McLaren GT though - although I agree it’s their nicest styling job since the earlier cars
You're the only true last god damn gentleman alive. Love your videos!!
I always enjoy Harry's videos. I'd happily share a beer with this proper car guy.
I have spent two lovely holidays based at La Garde-Freinet and love the area, drove that road both times, it's quite narrow. Brought back some lovely memories. Thank you.
but ....can it carry a outboard ??
You could probably fit a 9.9 in the hatch.
Yeah, probably - that rear hatch looks capacious as frunk
Absolutely loved the video, Harry. Thanks for bringing us along. Two questions:
1. Final verdict on the 992 comparison you made earlier in the video, I.e. going after the same buyer... Does the GT justify its premium over the 911 for a trip like the one you just took?
2. And, how did you get home? 😉
I hope you never stop making this type of video. Love these epic road trips.
Harry, I don't even understand cars as much as the ordinary person here but you make me feel something for each one of them. Your 'reviews' are more like tag-along experiences with an automobile savant that doesn't feel the need to follow anyone's agenda ("I wouldn't get THAT" when describing the carbon-fibre details haha!). Thanks for the vids and keep doing your thing!
seems like McLaren will sell you a car... and then charge you 30k+ to actually finish it... I sort of would expect things like electrically operated steering wheel and seat adjustment in a £200,000 car without having to pay extra...
Think of it as a $200,000 model - but you can order a stripped out version for $170k if you want the ultra-lightweight version to go racing.
Porsche and Ferrari are just as guilty. An F12's passenger-side display? £11,000...
Especially a car that is billed as a GT. Purebred sports car perhaps but not something that is to be used for extended periods on the road.
Some people would like the option of not having lots of stuff they don’t want and would prefer added lightness.
@@Jabber-ig3iw Get the sports car or make manual adjustable seats and steering column a no cost option.
"Can a mid-engine car be a legitimate grand tourer"
That was the design goal of the Maserati Bora. Most confuse it with a supercar, and compare it with the likes of a Ferrari Boxer
You always take us on the best trips!
Thanks for the honest review of the car.
Your vids are like going on a road trip with a good friend. I like the McLaren GT and 30mpg for a car with over 600 bhp is unbelievable! Very cool!
Apart from the sports exhaust and all the carbon gubbins you get most of the stuff mentioned as"extras" as standard on 20k cars-Electric folding mirrors /reverse cameras for example!Don't get me wrong still think it's an amazing car-Great vid.
Very impressive car especially the MPG on a good run.
Just don't forget (if you're in the USA) that imperial gallons are bigger than US gallons. Still quite decent.
Great video, really enjoyed that. However would choose Conti GT any day for this sort of journeys, a true GT. Wouldn't mind DB11 either.
The best thing about Harry`s videos is that its not a loud mouth hyper cut video where the "presenter" talks on inhale an exhale. Its much more relaxing watching your videos :)
BTW thx for the roadtriip in a McLaren (even though i watched a YT video) ...hehe
Harry, it’s time to take that beautiful blue Jag out for a road trip
Monsieur Metcalfe, your review is just lovely (I like to think the McLaren GT is somewhat the new incarnation of the Lotus Esprit, but ssshh, don't tell McLaren, it's just my nostalgia speaking). Your french on zé odder hande...Faudra y travailler ;-)
This guy rocks, love his reviews. Very knowledgeable and classy guy.
I like your road trip videos the most. The Esprit Turbo one to Cortina was brilliant. You take us in cars most of us will never get to travel in
I missed where Harry mentioned the reliability pack... how much was that??
Priceless. :)
Tricky Rat 🤣🤣🤣🤣
Up in my neck of the woods there young man, I knew someone was about because the pheasant's went berzerk and did a mass fly past on their way to North Yorkshire to avoid being shot!
This car doesn't look bad. almost Elegant, looks like McLaren finally decided they needed to make a car that looks like it came from planet Earth. Enjoyed the views of France Harry Thanks.
It's nice to see a McLaren running reliably! And I'm mega impressed with the fuel economy, but not convinced by the rear boot space though!
Tape your payment card with double sided carpet tape to a selfie stick for use at toll booths!
McLaren Technology Centre, with a Lotus Esprit parked out the front...
my favourite kind of harrys garage videos!
The best car is the one you use. This is a big step up from a performance estate! Can’t help but wonder if a GTC4 Lusao would be even better with the V12, but this certainly looks better.
What a life! Inspiring us all to work a bit harder
A bit?? 🤣🤣🤣🤣
work smarter brother!
*smarter
Harry " I don't like the brakes" Metcalfe - 2019
Do you blame him? They're all tuned for a racetrack
We always used to go to Le Mans via Le Havre on the overnight ferry. So much more civilised than Calais, decent meal and a couple of beers, good night’s kip with a cabin on the ferry. Off the ferry for breakfast, then a leisurely drive to Le Mans with coffee and croissants along the way and still arrive at a sensible time to get the tents set up. Used the same route on the way back. Got the overnight ferry on the Sunday and was back in time to go to work on the Monday having had a proper night’s sleep again.
I'm blown away by 30.2 mpg, incredible on a V8 performance car!
I love hearing Harry rub his hands and tap his feet.
You get change out of 250k AND 30 plus m.p.g - does transportation get any more practical.
This really did make me laugh out loud.
The only problem is the reliability, especially after the warranty is over. Impossible to own after the warranty, a famous UA-cam bought a 12C that had over $100,000 in warranty repairs, and was still not perfect.
love these real life drive trips! great job!!
Cheeky bastards charge twice for wheels. Once for the wheels and again for the finish. That is terrible. I'd hate to see a car without those extras. Superb review though Harry!
Rich folk aren't usually that into cars to the point they'd know you can get them power coated for under £200 lol
@@odfkjdhgovj if you get Specialist wheels such as those powder coated for £200, you deserve to be slapped!
McLaren's just don't do it for me. Great video as always though Harry.
boring car
Rover Waters if I had the money I would get one tomorrow!
@@RoverWaters a Renault Zoe is a boring car. A 600hp supercar? Hardly.
Nope, me neither.. heard the QC can be a bit suspect too..
The F1 does it for me. The others don't.
These long trip videos are brilliant! Can't get enough of them.
I thought wow a 35 minute video, and even better a Harry's Road trip...Fantastic! And so from what you've said this Mclaren sounds amazing as a GT and does look overall gorgeous, just don't like the front lights ☹️. And I suppose if you've got the money, what's an extra 50k for a few options lol. Great stuff 😊
I'd rather arrive in a GTC4 Lusso (speaking "dynamic GT car"). If there would only be a video of Harry reviewing a F12...
Yesssss!
More than double the price and worth half the price in 3 years!
@@muzman777 so if you buy a second hand one next year it is the same price? Ok.
The looks have grown on me and yes hydraulic steering is best steering.
Could listen to you all evening Harry. It has to be the most enjoyable channel on here. Kudos to you.
New to the channel... loving all the road trip videos! Thank you!
Great vid, Harry... great road trip and review!!!! Can't believe it.... 30.5mpg!!!!! Amazing!!!!!👍
That's UK gallons right?
@@otm646 yes
30 mpg and over 600 horsepower. Surely witchcraft
I’d take this over and Aston but for a GT I’d take the Bentley
Your roadtrip videos are always the best! And I agree, by far the best looking McLaren.
Wonderful video, Harry! Your travel/review channel has become a very favorite of mine.........knowledgeable, truly enjoy driving, don’t gloss over negative issues, etc. For me, I love the travel aspect as I drive every single day..........it’s what I do to enjoy my days! Keep up the great job!
Now do the same trip in a C8 and see if its worth an extra 200 thousand.
Is there an option to have drum brakes instead of discs? I had drum brakes on my old '72 Mini and they always had such a nice progressive feel to them.
Maybe I'll e-mail McLaren -- it's probably an idea they hadn't thought of.
:0)
William R wonder what they’d charge for that option?
@@garethholden301 I think I can hear the echo of the phone slamming down from California!! ;^)
Great video Harry. Most people won't have the chance to experience such high-end machinery, so it's great to see and hear how it actually feels to live with a McLaren in the real world. I'm an admirer of Norman Foster's work too, ever since my visit to the McLaren Tech Center back in 2006. That's an experience I'll never forget: that building really is something else. The attention to detail throughout the project blew my mind.
I really appreciate your true passion (and knowledge !) for cars, Harry ! it is also refreshing you're not chasing clicks and thumbs up like some do... last, you're a France lover , and those days, it's not that common ;-) ! keep going ...