Onboard the Spyker C8 supercar
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- Опубліковано 2 чер 2024
- Welcome to Car Caves drives, where Jonny picks a car from the featured garage to drive. This time the Spyker C8 Laviolette quirky Dutch supercar - arguably the Godfather to Audi's R8. Car Caves Part 1 takes Jonny to Nottinghamshire where Richard Gill keeps his machinery stashed inside a plush industrial unit.
Owner Richard daily drives a BMW i3 EV, a hybrid Range Rover and an electric Super Soco motorbike, but he rotates this neat collection of cars, and each one has a backstory and delivers a different sensation.
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Jonny Smith
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CHAPTERS
0:00 Intro
0:15 Richard's Car Cave
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The pre-airbag C8 Lav has the best interior of any car in the XXI century! Makes Pagani look like a Chinese knock off. Hard to believe now that this thing competed at Le Mans and in the Le Mans Series against Ferrari and Porsche with moderate success!
Nah, I've seen both in person and the Pagani Huayra has a lot more details everywhere inside it's the best, the Spyker is nice and iconic but simplistic compared too modern Pagani designs
@@BrainFuck10 I've only seen Spykers in person (one had a full burgundy and the other baseball glove tan interior), but I'd take simplistic and classy over bling and overstyled any day.
''pre airbag'' the airbag steeringwheel was is only due to regulation for america !! it became standard to have a airbag but you also could order the alu prop steeringwheel !
@@BrainFuck10 Less is more.
Jonny: Nothing says quirky more than a Spyker
TVR: Hold my door handles
.... if you can find the door handles!
If they hadn't fallen off.
You mean the little button on the wing mirror? Spyker have that too, but they swing up (somewhere between scissor and butterfly). I agree TVR's are quirky, but mostly on the inside, this thing is almost steampunk.
I laugh everytime people try to get out of my Griffith, they normally fail. However my wedge has got normal handles and it took me a while to get into that 🤔
LOL!
My friends and I religiously followed their racing team, the Squadron around the world and we used to get together at Le Mans. They had a breakfast meeting with us, where the drivers explained some stuff about the car and the track and many team members attended our Friday night party at Maison Blanche. We also got a factory tour at some point.
So yes, excellent memories of Spyker. They got so many things wrong, but creating memories wasn't one of them.
What did they get wrong?
@@bicyclist2 Marketing, for one. They were trying to get some racing pedigree, but they sold the car as a more luxury orientated car than outright performance.
Reportedly, the ride was too harsh to have a real luxurious feeling and it was outperformed by way cheaper cars. So it didn't really excell in either luxury or performance.
I grew up in the home town of Spyker. So now and then I got to see them while they were doing test drives ... man I miss seeing them on the road.
I've seen one near Maarn or Doorn a dozen times. But not since a few years sadly.
@@_rlb yeah that’s because Spyker went bust.
@@pinut187 I know they went bust. But the reason I haven't seen that particular one is probably because the owner has sold it (or he has moved, or whatever) ;)
Anyways it was always awesome seeing.
@@pinut187 The brand sort of still exists but they try their best to stay under the radar ... production amount in now only a few cars a year. I read that they will announce three new vehicles this year ... let’s see
@@thijsvandenbroek9097 I hope so. I think they can start to sell more with the SUV they got on plan and maybe some kind of Hypercar
"Let's make a car that people will only drive on sunny days and then make an interior where _every single surface_ reflects sunlight into the driver's eyes."
Such a beautiful car. That chap has a fantastic collection, lucky us that he's allowed us all a glimpse. Fair play to him.
Richard is a top bloke for letting you take this for a run out. Great video Jonny.
At Le Mans in 2015 I found one of these, a bronze convertible one just parked or abandoned depending on your point of view on a verge outside the circuit. I stopped for at least half an hour to admire it. A true dream car.
You can hear the induction over the engine, glorious. Thanks for sharing Jonny & Richard
I have been lucky enough to see many of them over the years, dealership by me used to sell them so they were always around, some of the nicest cars ever.
New drinking game - shot for each time Jonny says 'Audi V8'.
Was invited back in '08 by the Spyker team as guest during the 24h of Le Mans. As a young guy tinkering with old Triumph's and MG's (and fighting Lucas the prince of Darkness... oh.... and the rust demons) is was an absolute dream come true to see and experience all that glory all within arm reach! The pounding feeling on your chest when that V8 roared to live.... I was always in motorsport and anything with pistons really, but that weekend made it clear, I too am a car pervert ;)
Always loved the Laviolette. The attention to detail is amazing. I remember seeing one for sale a few years back for £79,995. Boy have they shot up in value..
Thank you Richard for letting Jonny drive your Spyker & do a video on it, it's such a beautiful quirky car, it's the top of my wish list, I believe there's one or two in Australia but I've never seen one in the metal, Rj in Oz
I'll never drive something like this. Bloody hell, I am a nervous wreck just watching you. Just the thought of a scratch on that body is enough to give me heart palpitations 😳
That there is a piece of automotive culture! Suits you Jonny!
Yes! That was a quick turnaround. Thought this video wouldn't come out for a few days
I fell in love with the Spyker ever since I saw it on Top Gear! Cracking car, only ever seen one in the flesh!! Keep it up Jonny 👍👍
The Spyker dashboard looks as if the car should have a 20mm machine gun or two :D
20mm cannon, maybe. Biggest machine gun is 12.7mm (0.5 inch).
@@richardharrold9736 I thought about something old-fashioned like the Rhein-Metal MG 151/20 of fw190 fame.
@@VolkerHett I like the MK108 "pneumatic drill'
Thank you for bringing back to life this great car brand! Great video. Filming, scripting and editin are getting better with each new video.
Skyper used to be one of my clients in the early 2000 when I was handling automotive translation projects. I remember the rather complex starting procedure (no need for an alarm on this car) and all the quirks. We translated the luxurious user manual into Arabic for a couple of rich Middle Eastern clients. Shame I never got to drive one...
If life was top trumps....you win ! Thanks for taking me along 👍
I have only ever seen one Spyker. In 2009, if I remember correctly, the SAAB owners club in the USA had their convention in Ohio. Both my father and I had SAAB's and we lived not far away so we went up for one of the days. Spyker had just purchased SAAB and Victor Muller showed up to the convention with a couple of the new 2010 9-5's for people to drive and he also brought a C8. I have pictures of it someplace, it was so cool.
Superb, thanks J Dog
First and last time I saw one was the one taking part in the 2005 Spa 24hrs. Rumour has it that less than 25 of the (new) Spykers were built. The blokes supplying fastners said each car had 2 M7 bolts in it and he only sold them one batch of 50 bolts.
I'd never get sick of the sound of that engine !
The R8 and RS4 version sounds a lot better, though.
Interior is like it was designed by four people who didn't talk to each other - so many elements I like, yet...
What a sound. God. And I just love the interior. Not over the top. Just cool. Long live the Car Caves segment!!! Part 1 was a blinder!!
Sounds just like my S8 ❤️ That exhaust note is addictive!
Dutch hot rod. Lovely futuristic exterior, with steampunk interior.
Retrospectively, it's way cooler than I remember. Perhaps it's an idea for another mini-series? Review quirky/interesting/cult old cars as if they're new?
What a beauty. Never seen one and probably never will.
Beautiful feature. First time I've seen one really driven like this. The sound is beautiful. Thanks for no music . You're a real car guy.
I remember seeing these at launch at the motor show, totally fell in love.
What an excellent idea for a series, looking forward to more. The Spyker is a lovely thing, but I’m gutted to have not seen the Panda!
Love the interior. Can't beat a bit of polished metal
The Gumpert Apollo was the other pre-R8 Audi powered supercar
I used to follow one on my way to work in Cheltenham every morning for a while. Not seen one in a good few years now though.
The dash is vert "Thunderbirds", the vents are straight out of Tracey Island. Brilliant, crazy, lovely thing.
God bless you sir, keep up the great work and Long Live the Motorcar!
I saw one in Amsterdam last week (junction Bilderdijkstraat/Overtoom). A black one. First time seeing one in the flesh. Looks and sounds amazing!
Nice video, Johnny. Thunderbirds are go!
Speed just doesn’t matter over a certain hp for the road, it’s all about the sounds, the looks, how the car makes you feel driving down a boss road. Always thought this was gorgeous. Had a Vantage Roadster for 2 years after moving from an M2 and I loved the lairyness of the M2 but the manual of the AM brought back the joy of driving feeling like an old school sports car. Would love to be in a position to have a Ferrari (manual F430 life goal) and the Bad Boys 911. That for me would finish off all you need from a collection 🤪
Warren Brown's rerun of the Pekin to Paris, as seen on Australian ABC. Helped remind us of the Spiker family heritage ............. And maybe helped build the C8!🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡
Yes I remember that, I think I still have it on a video cassette, lol, anyone remember those things?
Rj in Oz
Always loved a Spyker, still look wonderful in 2021, they will never age.
Gorgeous piece of art.
So it's a car for small people, made by the tallest people in the world.
‘.....in the world’
Always thought Netherlands too.. but I recently say/read somewhere that the DINKA Tribe in South Sudan has the tallest men and women throughout its population..
@@utopianfurbiscuit well that is a tribe not a complete country.
@@martijnkosters9024 and across the line
Crazy Dutchies
Look at their gouvernement now😜
Wonderful car and forever quirky. Love the glass roof.
Used your EBC discount code to buy myself a full set of discs and pads, thanks Jonny!
Geweldig mooie auto's die Spykers. Really awesome cars.
I forgot how much I love these things, absolutely gorgeous motor!
great car! Inside is much more more nicer than outside, maybe because of the outer roof design, but it is just a matter of taste. It is fantastic to see other people's collection rather than those on the mainstream.
You mentioned the Terminator. You should definitely get a T-800 skeleton guarding your new garage/mancave, motion sensor and the red eyes light up :-)
An absolute dream car. Thanks for the video.
Stunning looking car, I've only seen one in the flesh, truly spectacular beasty!!
Brilliant again Jonny. All your content is really good.
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An aviator jacket is all you are missing Jonny to really look the part
And the leather hat/helmet with goggles.
And no mention of the airplane motif with the propeller everywhere. =)
The only time I’ve seen a Spyker was at the Motor Show in London. What a glorious looking car with the most amazing interior, without a doubt car of the show for me. And there were some fantastic cars on show.
This reminds me of the car Bruce Wayne would drive as his "normal" car before getting into a turbine powered batmobile.
Excellent concept Car caves and enjoyable videos
Lovely video. You made what I suspected to be a chavvy ornament into something very interesting. Worth a watch. That car is a proper time capsule.
Best motoring channel.
Is the right answer.
BEST CAR YOU HAVE EVER SHOWN/DRIVING ON YOUR SERIES. WHEN DID I LAST SEE A C8? I JUST TURN MY HEAD AND LOOK AT THE DISPLAY CABINET WHEREIN I HAVE 2 OF THEM. And it doesn't sound like an American car, the ones you mention use truck engines, the AUDI engine is a great engine. SPYKER will be back very soon.
You need to find out if Doug DeMuro's insurance company does business in the UK !
Dutch people are the tallest in the world. Beautiful car. Love the attention to detail !
Awesome this :) want more !!!
One hell of a thing. Beautiful car
Beautiful built motor and the aircraft design ,is stunning 😍
fantastic! Can't wait to see more
I know those roads around Newark, and I have to say, you are brave taking it around there! Proper sketchy and narrow in places
I've only ever seen one of these on the road, in London of course.
I wish I had of been able to get a closer look, the attention to detail is amazing.
One of the greatest automotive interiors of all time ♥️
It’s got a great engine note. Sounds very gratifying
Amazing
Love what's going on on this channel
Reminds me of a certain bmw (z8) aluminum monocoque, normally aspirated (e39 m5) v8, manual gearbox and beautiful styling. Had the pleasure to drive on and love the analogue feel.
Owner of the company brought his black Spyder to LeMans, when we raced our Porsche there in 2004. Everyone at the track was awestruck by its appearance. Didn’t do so well in the 24 hours.
Fabulous car, nice to see it being driven. You mentioned it being small, I like that. Modern supercars are way too wide for UK country roads.
Correct choice on which one to test drive, with some great detail on the car. But it does have a face only its mother can love.
Wonderful thank you so much and thank the owner so much too wonderful
Has a look at the front of the Mitsubishi GTO but the interior is phenomenal and the sound well
More FTO than GTO
Never seen one! Great video doug demuro vibes! 👍
Never even heard of Spyker, unbelievably beautiful car. Inside and out.it actually sounds like a Peugeot RCZ Diesel
This is the definition of "car porn". I perfer this to any Ferrari, Lamborghini, Maserati, Alfa Romeo, Bugatti, Mercedes, BMW or Audi. I just wish I had enough money to buy one. I love Jeremy Clarkson's review of the C8 spyder. Its so great to see it has the very rare and desirable propeller stearing wheel. Thank you.
The last Spyker I have seen is the 1904/5 Tonneau that starred in the film Genevieve! The car is back in Holland these days.
Such a crazy cool car! My Saab 9-3 Griffin was one of the cars built under spyker ownership. Updated styling and better quality parts and trim
Great car Jonny,
I love the mix of Art Deco inspired interior and modern low production quirky supercar on these, just crazy! I saw the race version of one at the 2008 le-mans if I remember correctly. It was my favourite car at the race, just because it was the prettiest on the circuit and chose to support it' I always seem to support the underdog!. Cant remember where it came or if it even finished? You definitely picked the right car to test in my opinion Jonny. so so cool
I always liked the spider for its quirky ness
It’s sounds really good
Lucky man johnie 😍😍👍👍
Thanks Jonny. Next Episode of Car Cave... How about Poor Man's Car Cave?... Since this was *Rich* (ard) Man's Car Cave
Fear not, Car Caves won't just be exotica...
Terminator 2 was made of nimeticpolyalloy, for the nerds amongst us. Last saw a Spyker on Top Gear it's that rare. Great vid Jonny shame you had to drop the Car Pervert monica.
I noticed Johnny doesn't take his eyes off the road. That's good. You don't wanna crash. Not in this case. Or any case for that matter.
Please get a Donkervoort next time, it’s Dutch and also powered by an Audi engine that you will love to drive.
what a unique car - you lucky lucky boy
Love the Channel and the host! Keep the great work cheers from Portugal 🇵🇹
Many thanks 👍🏽
I’m sure I’ve seen that bumbling about Nottingham before. Lovely motor!
Beautifully done sir. Love the Syker C8. I'm curios as to how it compares to a V8 manual R8 of the time for a driving experience
From one rich gill to another great taste pal.
This looks like it could be a baby Jag XK. Cool car!
What a treat. What's next, a Donkervoort?
Is that Richard Porter in his Range Rover SpoooorT camera car ahead of you?
Nah
Its moving
@@thinfourth 🤣🤣
There is an orange Aileron in my completely unattainable dream garage.
The car suits you Johny. You looked the part in there. Time to sell the Beetle. 😆
Sell the Beetle + £220k yeah?
Good lord that is just the greatest interior in the industry