IMHO, this car only competes with Aston Martin and Bentley when it comes to price. I just don’t see a Bentley person cross shopping this car. It’s tailored for a specific type of person. performance oriented = Maclaren GT, luxury oriented = Bentley, in-between = Aston Martin.
He's addressed it before, he still likes his analog watches but he wants the functionality that the Apple Watch provides so that's why he wears both. It makes sense.
Porsche 911 Turbo S is the closest rival! It is, fundamentally, the sportiest GT car. Till now. Other cars are more more GT than sport though. Interestingly this McLaren might seem even more practical, depending on are you a perfectionist and want a dedicated “boot” or you’re ok with using your backseats as cargo area. Which I’m perfectly into, as it is much more useful and the things don’t heat. I have an old 997 Carrera Cab
Is this thing really that spacious? i always hear about putting golf clubs or tripods in it, but these are all narrow and long. but what about a big rimowa aluminium suitcase or similar? somehow i think these kind of things won‘t fit
If we're honest we have to add the 911 Turbo and Turbo S to this sporty line up of GTs. And I think that the new 992 will do everything better than the Mclaren GT.
Hearing that the “important stuff” is on the sides, worries me. Like, a simple fender bender to the rear quarter panel could cause some catastrophic damage to the exhaust system lol. Idk maybe I’m overthinking
Plus, a lot of 570S's got sold. I live in Houston, if I see a McLaren, typically it's a 570S. So a 570GT was probably in high demand, at the time. If I'm not mistaken, I believe Jonny Lieberman says he prefers the 570GT.
Sorry i understand the clear difference between sport and gt, but it just seems like a 570gt with a facelift. Still a beautiful car and would love to have one, but it does seem like more of an updated car than a totally new car.
Frustrating - was hoping my question if you hit the brakes would your golf clubs knock you out would be answered! Really nice looking car and I'd call it a Grand-ish Tourer. For the times you're going further than you'd want in a 720s, but not quite an epic journey. Which is fine; it fits in a segment that nobody else seems to have covered.
I'd just get the Bentley Conti GT V8 if I want a GT. These cars that delve into couple categories are usually not great at either. Its not gonna be a great supercar or or GT.
Is it a mid engined coupe on stilts, which gives it horrible proportions, while barely improving its carrying capacity? Does it still have the same basic interior of any mclaren with just better materials? Does it video feel staged from mclaren? Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.
The DBS is the most beautiful car on sale today so that alone would lead me to it over the GT. Also, everyone knows and I know I'm not the first to say it... If you want a fast, sporty, comfortable, opulent GT you buy a Continental GT. End of story.
Ferrari did the same 35 years ago with the Testarossa which was a mid Engined GT Car and then turned back to Front Engine with the 550 cause it just makes more sense for a GT car. Nothing has changed since then. Mid engined GT car is just a plain stupid concept. Front Engine gives a much more comfortable balance to the car with less vertical movement over rought roads, so you can run softer suspension. Plus you have more useable Space and a Front engined car handles much safer on wet roads or even on snow which is something to consider if you call a Car Grand Tourismo. And the design sucks alot
It needs a roof rack and a hitch so you can attach a bike rack. And also be a midengine station wagon so i can put a dog in the back. McLaren super practical car
Alanthecat I understand how a mid engines car aquires air for cooling and the basic intake. I’m just saying the design language is very similar. As in similar lines and angles.
I don't get that golf thing, how does the most boring sport in the world relate to fast cars? Does someone really drive 250km/h on a highway and then drag along all day following the ball he just hit
every other day "this is the NEW McLaren ______!" 😒 they all look like a 12c thats been tweaked and have like the same basic engine with different tunes. theres not enough differentiation between McLaren models. if u want a Luxurious GT get a Bentley Continental or an Aston tbh (theyre also less likely to catch fire and constantly break themselves lolol)
Uglier than 570S and 720S. 720S is already too comfortable. This GT also does not have enough practical space to make it worthwhile to settle for its shortcomings. This will not sell.
“McLaren doesn’t like to think it has direct rivals”, yes, but McLaren also likes to think it’s cars are well built, reliable and have good resale - proof they are deluded.
A car like this is meant to be seen (from the outside, duh), but the video has lots of interior shots of the commentator. I'm not interested in buying the commentator, so maybe his camera time should be small with respect to the purpose of the car, to see it.
@@geethsan1567 Yeah in the end it all comes down to personal taste... but I hate the idea of a mid-engined GT. I'd take a ten year old DBS over this anyday.
The other cars are too brash for some. This is a luxury model to compete with Aston Martin. I for one would choose this over the majority of McLaren models out there.
Bentley is not and NEVER will be a natural competitor to this. Instead some of Mercedes AMG GT and Porsche 911 GTS or Turbos S along with some slightly older Ferrari GTS are the more natural set of rivals.
This video was a good watch, watch.
He just crossed two continents that's why he wore two watches..Lol
Now that was a chuckle. Kudos.
IMHO, this car only competes with Aston Martin and Bentley when it comes to price. I just don’t see a Bentley person cross shopping this car. It’s tailored for a specific type of person. performance oriented = Maclaren GT, luxury oriented = Bentley, in-between = Aston Martin.
I wonder if he has more watches on his ankles..... and none of them read the same time either.
Firebrand and on his third leg too.
Probably has a clock in every room of his house.
He's addressed it before, he still likes his analog watches but he wants the functionality that the Apple Watch provides so that's why he wears both. It makes sense.
Firebrand i bet he has a G4s “crimewatch Rolex” on his ankle
@@venom5809 That's his excuse, but not his reason. The truth is, he likes to look classy but can't read an alaongue clock xD
mclaren really went to a new level in 8 years time, they are coming out with a product for every audience
M A even the average joe 👍🏻
Porsche 911 Turbo S is the closest rival! It is, fundamentally, the sportiest GT car. Till now. Other cars are more more GT than sport though. Interestingly this McLaren might seem even more practical, depending on are you a perfectionist and want a dedicated “boot” or you’re ok with using your backseats as cargo area. Which I’m perfectly into, as it is much more useful and the things don’t heat. I have an old 997 Carrera Cab
The McLaren isn't practical. The boot isn't usable. All the shopping is going to fly into the cabin when you slam the brakes.
Yay, I get two watch a reviewer with two watches
Is this thing really that spacious? i always hear about putting golf clubs or tripods in it, but these are all narrow and long. but what about a big rimowa aluminium suitcase or similar? somehow i think these kind of things won‘t fit
Someone tell him what a GMT watch is.
Good review 👍
great job well done
I like how he matched his watchbands to the car color.
9:38 the best answer
Should it have smaller wheels with more rubber?
its weird that the outside view is a mountinside and when its the view from inside its in town
If I wanted a GT car I'd get a Ferrari Roma. What a stunner.
Why would people be split on the looks? It's gorgeous like all McLarens. Arguably has the best back end of any car ever made.
If we're honest we have to add the 911 Turbo and Turbo S to this sporty line up of GTs. And I think that the new 992 will do everything better than the Mclaren GT.
Can it drift well?
Hearing that the “important stuff” is on the sides, worries me. Like, a simple fender bender to the rear quarter panel could cause some catastrophic damage to the exhaust system lol. Idk maybe I’m overthinking
the intro BGM is wow
I thought the panamera is a good GT car and one of the more practical ones ?
Plus, a lot of 570S's got sold. I live in Houston, if I see a McLaren, typically it's a 570S. So a 570GT was probably in high demand, at the time. If I'm not mistaken, I believe Jonny Lieberman says he prefers the 570GT.
Why do you sit so close to the steering wheel?
Fiji Fi why do you sit so close to your keyboard?
Probably because hes more bothered about being comfortable and in control than looking like a 18 year old wannabe bad boy
So how does it compare to the 570GT?!
Insane coupe from McLaren!
Looks like a Spaceship!
I quite like it.
The face of this McLearn it’s look like an new C8 Corvette 🤔
Hey Bro....what’s the time?
Which one? Real time or twat time?
Aye Think that Smashing New Ferrari Roma as a classic rival for your euros or Pounds Sterling?
So.... No new footage?
I think its a beautiful car full stop.
Love the look of it but wonder if a turbo S wouldn’t just do the job better.
HawkMillFarm and what job would that be?
I'd say almost everything but sound and rarity. I'd have a 570s over both though
My question is, can I drive it to the Alps and back without it falling apart?
pollumG or burning down
or making all sorts of bing and bong warning noises when pushed to the slightest of its full capability
I absolutely love this car!
vs. Ferrari Portofino?
Some more questions for you: How steer? What tyre is? Does lightness? Colour what? When fuel? Nuff said?
A beauty
So who has the better trunk, the McLaren GT or the C8 Corvette? Interior appointments a given, McLaren, but who can keep it cooler?
Wow very nice
Oh I have questions about a car I can’t afford. Who knew? I guess I NEED to know about this car…for some reason.
Sorry i understand the clear difference between sport and gt, but it just seems like a 570gt with a facelift. Still a beautiful car and would love to have one, but it does seem like more of an updated car than a totally new car.
Pretty sure GT car answers all questions
Frustrating - was hoping my question if you hit the brakes would your golf clubs knock you out would be answered!
Really nice looking car and I'd call it a Grand-ish Tourer. For the times you're going further than you'd want in a 720s, but not quite an epic journey. Which is fine; it fits in a segment that nobody else seems to have covered.
Competes with the new aston Martin i mean ferrari roma just released
I don't wanna admit it but I like the look of the Roma. Even if it is an Aston with a Ferrari badge. It just looks good.
@@F1ll1nTh3Blanks Same, but the grill kinda looks weird to me. I'm sure it'll grow on me though.
ғɪʟʟ 1ɴ ᴛ҉ ʜ3 ʙʟᴀɴᴋs was the Roma constructed and designed by AM?
@@Nord_Mann No but Aston and Ferrari designers do run from factory to factory depending on contract.
prob 1 % of those that asked a question could afford it so why bother :)
Carrera 4 all day. (brand allegiance alert)
Cam RSR no need for the 4 imo, but I’d be hard pressed to send my money to somewhere other than Stuttgart.
I have one: Why were you dressed like a 1970's Youth Pastor in the last video?
No Catchpole, no watch
Johnny Doe but yet you click and comment?
Double wristing Bond NATOs is something... new I suppose.
Whats up with those skinny front tyres Mclaren?
yarre123 they’re skinny?
McLaren SUV next,you know it,we know it,the whole World knows it!
Lol
McLaren only have the one platform and one engine so no SUV.
The best questions are those that are not formed well. Just imagine all the other questions 😁
Why two watches?
He has all the time lol
One is a watch, the other is an ASBO tag
GinasT flex
Two continents crossed.. that's why.
1 smart, 1 mechanical
We yanks just built a car like that. Luggage space and all. For well under 6 figures. It would be interesting to compare those two.
Aren’t GT’s front engine?
JeepCherokeeful maybe traditionally, but lines are getting blurred everyday for many different categories.
I'd just get the Bentley Conti GT V8 if I want a GT. These cars that delve into couple categories are usually not great at either. Its not gonna be a great supercar or or GT.
minibus1351 it doesn’t have to be, it’s a niche car to fill a niche void
We don't need better formulated questions, you need better tolerance for our idiotic questions! It's easier that way
Is it a mid engined coupe on stilts, which gives it horrible proportions, while barely improving its carrying capacity? Does it still have the same basic interior of any mclaren with just better materials? Does it video feel staged from mclaren? Yes, yes, yes, yes, yes, yes.
It's very Bond.
Simply can’t take this guy seriously. Turned off before half way, bring in The Catchpole and I’ll watch the whole vid. 👍
disagree
I’d buy a Continental GT or a 911 turbo instead
The DBS is the most beautiful car on sale today so that alone would lead me to it over the GT. Also, everyone knows and I know I'm not the first to say it... If you want a fast, sporty, comfortable, opulent GT you buy a Continental GT. End of story.
Wow first driven review of 2020 Corvette, but could have sawrn it was supposed to cost 60k-70k
Ferrari did the same 35 years ago with the Testarossa which was a mid Engined GT Car and then turned back to Front Engine with the 550 cause it just makes more sense for a GT car. Nothing has changed since then. Mid engined GT car is just a plain stupid concept. Front Engine gives a much more comfortable balance to the car with less vertical movement over rought roads, so you can run softer suspension. Plus you have more useable Space and a Front engined car handles much safer on wet roads or even on snow which is something to consider if you call a Car Grand Tourismo.
And the design sucks alot
Oh i have a question, how can I earn money so that I can buy this car????
Work, work and again work for 50 years, and maybe, you’ll buy one, or...
It needs a roof rack and a hitch so you can attach a bike rack. And also be a midengine station wagon so i can put a dog in the back. McLaren super practical car
I like McLaren’s take on the Grand Tourer
It would a fun car to take on a road trip
The mclaren gt is quite the car.
This or the Martins?
Do people actually "cross continents" with GTs? For long drives, sure.
Geeth San no, luxury is about the ability or capability. Rarely used as is intended.
Why do you seat so near the wheel. Haha
Video about answering "best questions"
"Y'all need to work on formatting your questions"
Rip
*Ferrari Roma has entered the chat*
Looks like a Corvette C8
I absolutely hate the wheels. I wonder if they have any nicer OEM designs?
Don't really like the front end, everything else looks great, though.
I'd agree. The front end is a struggle. A tonal color palette - like the car here - or in something dark works better.
I think the back needs some work too
front end and side scoops are suspiciously like a corvette c8 ...
should have gone to spec savers/start to understand basic car layout if mid engined, now u have one lol
Alanthecat I understand how a mid engines car aquires air for cooling and the basic intake. I’m just saying the design language is very similar. As in similar lines and angles.
@@-CLASSIFIED- your kidding me right, malcaren has more than set square lol
Well considering this car came out before the C8 there's nothing suspicious about it. The intakes don't look alike.
There is a new Ferrari launch today. The Roma. Looks way better.
I like both but i think this is better looking the new ferrari looks very Astin martin like.
Where's our long guy?
That is a proper car jurnalist at work👍
0 Catchpoles out of 10.
Ferrari Roma everyday
Nice car. But looks like Lotus Evora.
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I don't get that golf thing, how does the most boring sport in the world relate to fast cars? Does someone really drive 250km/h on a highway and then drag along all day following the ball he just hit
every other day
"this is the NEW McLaren ______!"
😒 they all look like a 12c thats been tweaked and have like the same basic engine with different tunes.
theres not enough differentiation between McLaren models.
if u want a Luxurious GT get a Bentley Continental or an Aston tbh
(theyre also less likely to catch fire and constantly break themselves lolol)
The exterior design is very McLaren "Lite"
hovering right above looking almost pedestrian.
Huh, McLaren made a Corvette... nifty... 🤔
copy paste,sud have gone to spec savers
I like it
Uglier than 570S and 720S. 720S is already too comfortable. This GT also does not have enough practical space to make it worthwhile to settle for its shortcomings. This will not sell.
How unrealible is car
Phil Nox doesn’t matter.
Looks like a rounded off C8 Corvette. I’d take the corvette at a way lower price, assuming all the Disney+-like hype around it is real. Lol.
corvette c8. the people's supercar.
“McLaren doesn’t like to think it has direct rivals”, yes, but McLaren also likes to think it’s cars are well built, reliable and have good resale - proof they are deluded.
roto ehu 🤣🤣🤣🤣
A car like this is meant to be seen (from the outside, duh), but the video has lots of interior shots of the commentator. I'm not interested in buying the commentator, so maybe his camera time should be small with respect to the purpose of the car, to see it.
Want a GT? Buy a Bentley.
Or a Wraith, DB11, GT. Depends upon buyer's preference. I know I wouldn't mind getting a mid-engined GT like this one.
Ananthakrishnan Yeah, the McLaren seems to match up better to a 992. It's a wonder no one asked for that comparison.
@@geethsan1567 Yeah in the end it all comes down to personal taste... but I hate the idea of a mid-engined GT. I'd take a ten year old DBS over this anyday.
@@asuraborn Fair enough. I too like those older Astons.
No.
The other cars are too brash for some. This is a luxury model to compete with Aston Martin. I for one would choose this over the majority of McLaren models out there.
Get alex back on every video, haven't you guys noticed how much your views have dropped after ?
Bau5 you mean Henry?
Bentley is not and NEVER will be a natural competitor to this. Instead some of Mercedes AMG GT and Porsche 911 GTS or Turbos S along with some slightly older Ferrari GTS are the more natural set of rivals.
They will never reach 911 heights
Strangely I think McLaren has failed the task of building this one. I don’t think it’s pretty.