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Do you reckon you could drive a lamborghi or Ferrari

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By *usman 199 OP   Man
over a year ago

Stockport

Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered .

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By *eadinthecloudsMan
over a year ago

Manchester

I struggle driving a small car as is. Much prefer 2 wheels

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By *agerMorganMan
over a year ago

Canvey Island

Yep, I reckon I could. Not fast mind!

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By *aughty but nice...Man
over a year ago

Staffs

I've already driven a Ferrari not sure about a Lambo though

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By *usman 199 OP   Man
over a year ago

Stockport


"I've already driven a Ferrari not sure about a Lambo though "
was it a case of jumping in and away you go

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By *hrista BellendWoman
over a year ago

surrounded by twinkly lights

Nope I couldn't get in the bloody thing

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I’m thinking of a classic Ferrari next should be easy to drive

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By *aughty but nice...Man
over a year ago

Staffs


"I've already driven a Ferrari not sure about a Lambo though was it a case of jumping in and away you go "

Yes as it was an older Ferrari 308

Much simpler car than today's techno marvels

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I could.... but I don't think I'd enjoy it.

I don't like having such a limited line of sight or low driving position relative to other vehicles

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I think I could......but I'd probably kill myself in the process. Either that or drive it a 2mph very, very carefully.

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

by the big field

Are we talking a trip out to the shops or wanging it round the Nurburgring on full beans?

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By *etcplCouple
over a year ago

Gapping Fanny

Drive? Yes!.

Drive well? No!

Not crash? Unlikely!

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By *usman 199 OP   Man
over a year ago

Stockport


"Are we talking a trip out to the shops or wanging it round the Nurburgring on full beans?"
full beans

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By *orthern StarsCouple
over a year ago

Durham

Im not sure but I reckon my husband could.

Ruby

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yep, I reckon I'd get stuck getting out of it though the way my body aches

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I'm to fat for them

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes, but it won’t like the roads round here!

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By *istyPeaksCouple
over a year ago

braintree

No idea. I’d give it a fucking good go though

Mrs

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

The modern ones are easy to drive. Maybe too easy, really. I prefer a bit of a challenge. Classics have more character.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I cannot even move a hospital bed without bumping into every single corner…I highly doubt I’d be able to drive a car

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

by the big field


"Are we talking a trip out to the shops or wanging it round the Nurburgring on full beans?full beans "

Like any car (any vehicle in fact) it would take a while to get a feel for it, it’s intricacies and limits- as well as those of the track you’re on.

I’ve driven milk floats, 7.5 tonne trucks, cherry pickers, rage buggies and various other machines- most are fairly intuitive after a short time…as long as nothing goes tits up suddenly.

I’d certainly enjoy the chance to find out anyway

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes easy peasy. If I can wave a bus down I most certainly can zoom around in a fancy car. I don't know how to work a gearstick but as long as I can fuck it I am willing to try especially on the M30.

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By *randMrsNorthernCouple
over a year ago

Cheshire

Easy to drive if respected.

If you drive in the wet like a knob-end you may get caught out but generally fine.

I speak from experience and ownership of various sports and supercars.

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By *icecouple561Couple
Forum Mod
over a year ago

East Sussex

I'd give it a darn good go.

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By *ucka39Man
over a year ago

Newcastle

Sure, I used to be a boy racer

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley

No. Probably wouldn't even want to sit in one.

If somebody gave me a car like that I would sell it straight away, unused and unadmired by me, and I would use the money to fund either a succession of useful and practical vehicles or to keep some much loved classics in top condition.

I never wander over to look at prestige cars in car parks. None of them hold any attraction. All the vehicles I have ever owned have been what I wanted at the time and if I had the money available now I would have kept some of them maintained forever.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

It’d be tricky just to fit my fat arse through the doors of one, let alone drive it.

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By *MisschiefxTV/TS
over a year ago

London

Don't see why not, they're just cars.

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By *og-ManMan
over a year ago

somewhere

Sat in a Ferrari, drove it around a small industrial estate on a private road

The most uncomfortable car I've ever been in ...like a go kart

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. Currently own a 507bhp sports car so controlling the power isn't an issue.

Driven an Urus and a Ferrari F12. They really aren't something to write home about.

Only issue you have is blind spots, visibility in general is poor and curbs with lambos are your worst enemy.

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By *ister_ee_1981Man
over a year ago

Sunniest Exeter...

Yes, but on a track/ open space! Not sure I could of would want to drive with other road users!

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

As an IAM Advanced motorist of 26 years, I believe I am suitably qualifued and experienced enough, yes.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes

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By *entBarryUKMan
over a year ago

Ashford

I think I could, but there is only one way to find out!

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By *2000ManMan
over a year ago

Worthing

Don't think I'd get used to paddle shift. Prefer manual which are on their older cars. Anyway, I prefer older Aston Martins.

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By *MisschiefxTV/TS
over a year ago

London


"Yes. Currently own a 507bhp sports car so controlling the power isn't an issue.

Driven an Urus and a Ferrari F12. They really aren't something to write home about.

Only issue you have is blind spots, visibility in general is poor and curbs with lambos are your worst enemy.

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what car you got?

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley


"Don't see why not, they're just cars.

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The styling always makes me think of the cars driven by the protagonists in Mad Magazine's "Spy vs Spy".

In those days the designs only existed in a cartoonist's imagination. Now they are real!

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By *ts the taking part thatMan
over a year ago

southampton

Through work I,ve driven a few apparent 'super cars' such as Ferrari, Porsche, Mclaren & found them all cramped, uncomfortable & with terrible visibility.

Bentley GT continental was an exceptional for comfort.

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By *iscean_dreamMan
over a year ago

Llanelli


"Through work I,ve driven a few apparent 'super cars' such as Ferrari, Porsche, Mclaren & found them all cramped, uncomfortable & with terrible visibility.

Bentley GT continental was an exceptional for comfort."

I second this, they are not built for comfort or long road trips

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By *acktopervMan
over a year ago

Stourport-On-Severn

The answer in my case to OP's question is yes.

The first Ferrari i ever drove was my dad's 308 GTS. He bought it in 1978, but at 6ft 2ins tall he never ever got on with it is unless he had the Targa top off. Even then he could only see through the top of the windscreen He sold it in 1979 and bought a Merc lol.

In 1992 i bought a Lamgorghini Diablo which for some stupid reason i kept hold of it for 2 years. The engine was superb, the problem was and probably still is, the gearbox. The Diablo just did not like changing gear and was a nightmare. Plus of course it was miles too wide and had next to zero rear vision, even from the wing mirrors..................a great car to drive in Germany though

My last Ferrari was a Testarossa. I bought in 1995, 3rd hand. It was the greatest car i have ever owned or driven. It could easily be a puppy on the road when you want it to be, or it could bend your back to breaking point under acceleration, it was a joy to own and drive. But, like the Diablo, it was too wide for UK roads really.

At 65 years old now, i'm more into driving GT cars than out and out neck wrenchers lol.

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By *iltsTSgirlTV/TS
over a year ago

chichester

Ferraris are ok to drive just very loud and if you are like me with sensitive hearing , the harsh engine noise can really grate on you. , I get to drive a couple these and 911 turbos quite abit from family relatives that have them .. I have to say the Porsches are much more refined to drive though and way quieter when you keep them in non looney mode ...

I do like some of the older Ferraris though , 488 is spider its outstanding ... and my favourite one was the old 355 that was a nice sensible one you could drive casually .

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Drove a Nascar I think I could.

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
over a year ago

Hastings

If I can get in a caterham 7 and i would hope I'd get in a ferrari.

Give me 3 laps to adjust to it, and I'll give it a run.

But have done track traning.

How is paying for the tyres?

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Drove a Ferrari 355, a Porsche 911 turbo and an Audi Quattro TT on a track day for my 40th. Instructed by a race driver at first but then let loose(ish). Not difficult but the Ferrari was the trickiest.

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By *egoMan
over a year ago

Preston

Don’t remember it being particularly difficult. I do enjoy driving/riding/flying/skipping anything though.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Around a track yes, public roads wouldn't want to.

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By *ove2pleaseseukMan
over a year ago

Hastings

Would not drive one on UK roads Pot hole will have the steering rack in bits, let alone tyres and rims.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. Pass me the keys

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By *nselfishpleaserMan
over a year ago

kent

Have had a couple of supermarkets trackway which were great, don't see any problem with driving one on the road either

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes I could get the hang of it.. but I wouldn't want to own either of them.

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By *nselfishpleaserMan
over a year ago

kent


"Have had a couple of supermarkets trackway which were great, don't see any problem with driving one on the road either "

Supercar

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've driven fun stuff on a track and loved it and I've driven various supercars on the road.

I find very little difference between a supercar and an executive or sports vehicle on normal roads... except perhaps the suspension comfort depending on the set up of the car.

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over a year ago

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By *elvet RopeMan
over a year ago

by the big field


"Have had a couple of supermarkets trackway which were great, don't see any problem with driving one on the road either

Supercar "

Did you drive it Aldi way round the track- or just have a Lidl drive?

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By *agneto.Man
over a year ago

Bham

Not really a fan of sports cars in the real world.

I reckon I could drive one but apart from the classics, I prefer the GT Ferraris, like the Roma than the sportier models and if I won the lottery I'd buy one of them.

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By *ttentiveRabbitMan
over a year ago

Lymington

Both ok, but clutches are very snappy.

Same as GT4

Personally I prefer cars that don’t have all the gadgets to make you look a better driver and go for the earlier Lotus cars.

Fun and don’t look as much of a cock.

*bug lotus 7 guy here

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By *arkus1812Man
over a year ago

Lifes departure lounge NN9 Northamptonshire East not West MidlandsMidlands

Had the good fortune to drive my late Brother in Laws Ferrari 246GT Dino for a weekend way back in the 1970s, easy to drive but not the most comfortable for a 6'2" guy though.

Have never driven a Lambo though, nearest was a DeTomaso Pantera again back in the 70s.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Ooh yes like a pro on Grand theft Auto

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By *lint-EverhardMan
over a year ago

Perpignan and cap

Yeah! Hold my beer!

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By *ris GrayMan
over a year ago

Dorchester

I have a ferrari

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By *irkby coupleCouple
over a year ago

Kirkby

I’ve drove both, multiple times and a few other exotic cars. Nothing in the last 6 or 7 years.

The first Lamborghini I drove, the guy said if you stall it 3 times in a row something happens (I can’t remember what) as it was an expensive repair. I jumped in and drove it no problem.

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By *ust RachelTV/TS
over a year ago

Horsham

Why would I want to drive those cars, give me a nice bike to ride like a Ducati, or the exotic britten V1000.

4 wheels bad, 2 wheels best

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By *nselfishpleaserMan
over a year ago

kent


"Have had a couple of supermarkets trackway which were great, don't see any problem with driving one on the road either

Supercar

Did you drive it Aldi way round the track- or just have a Lidl drive? "

It was only a lidl drive

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By *a LunaWoman
over a year ago

South Wales

No, I had to park my old boss’s Porsche once and I got in and promptly got back out again and asked a colleague to do it. I was intimidated by the power!

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

In my time, I have driven extraordinarily powerful cars at speeds of over 150 mph, which was interesting and exhilarating at that juncture in my life; but I now regard those vehicles as being wasteful of the Earth's finite resources, and utterly pointless in the extreme. They should be banned from sale; but of course they won't in a democratic, market-driven consumerist society.

I will never drive another, by choice.

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By *instonandLadyAstorCouple
over a year ago

Not where we seem to be...

I had a replica Cobra for a few years, that was fun.

Lotus Esprit Turbo when I was younger. Very easy to drive too.

Winston

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By *ttentiveRabbitMan
over a year ago

Lymington

Someone after my own heart.

I'm currently in talks about doing bodies for daytonas and I manufacture Caterham parts.

Much better than the Italian junk

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By *host63Man
over a year ago

Bedfont Feltham

It's a car not a dragon.

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By *alking HeadMan
over a year ago

Bolton

I could drive them. In disguise though. Far too nouveau rich for me.

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By *inky_couple2020Couple
over a year ago

North West

Aye, so long as they're automatic.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Driven a Ferrari many times. My business partner does up old ones (along with TVRs and Cadillacs) and we often share driving from Yorkshire to London and Manchester.

They look great, they sound great - but - give me a "chunky" 4x4 any day as I prefer to be sat up than lying down.

One odd thing I did find is, because you're lower to the ground, you feel you are going faster than when you're more upright.

PS - they are also USELESS in snow!

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By *icolerobbieCouple
over a year ago

walsall

Like a boss….

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By *cplsMan
over a year ago

Nr Waltham

Driven and raced cars up to historic F1, track instructor for Porsche and also Ferrari, Lambo etc etc. Wrote off an LP500 on track. Fastest road car 198mph, couldnt squeeze 200.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Don’t like automatic cars sooooooo that’s a no lol

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up


"Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered . "
same as driving most other cars.. it's the getting in and out of some I struggle with.

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By *nightsoftheCoffeeTableCouple
over a year ago

Leeds

I could drive anything. Starting the engine might take me an hour though. Not as simple as turning a key.

The mr

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By *inkyfun2013Couple
over a year ago

lewisham

Wouldn't get over the speed humps round here. And if they did, would be lucky to get up to the 20mph limit, given the traffic. So I'll stick to the train thanks - quicker, quieter, more comfortable and a lot greener.

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By *riskynriskyCouple
over a year ago

Essex.

I'm pretty sure I could drive it but the image would be ruined, when I pulled up and crawled out onto the kerb...

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By *xydadbodMan
over a year ago

Milton keynes

Oh I sure can. However, I take no responsibility if I crawl out of it from a ditch as I couldn't see over the dashboard lol

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By *hiversMan
over a year ago

Dinas Powys

Driven a couple of older Ferraris on private roads... They are unwieldy at low speeds, and the straight cut dog leg gears would be a pain in the arse if you were trying to use one as a daily. Good fun for a weekend car though.

I'm sure the modern ones are a bit more user friendly.

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By *illingdon_ladMan
over a year ago

Bicester

I cannot imagine it's as hard as driving a Nissan Micra I mean the Micra is the largest car on the road.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've done both around Castle Coombe circuit lovley drives

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By *asycouple1971Couple
over a year ago

midlands

Had a 4 car driving experience a few years ago.

Drove a lambo gallardo and ferrari 360.

Easy to drive.

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By *astandtheCurious2Couple
over a year ago

letchworth

Think I could drive one, not sure I’d be able to get out of it again though

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By *cott73Man
over a year ago

brighton

......not with my back.

The look utterly tiring to me. Give me suspension anyday.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes 100%

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley


"I cannot imagine it's as hard as driving a Nissan Micra I mean the Micra is the largest car on the road. "

It would be interesting to find out whether they have a better turning circle than the first generation of Micras.

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By *acDreamyMan
over a year ago

Wirral

Definitely!

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By *host63Man
over a year ago

Bedfont Feltham


"Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered . "

If you can drive a car yiu can drive a supermarket. The real question though is would you want to?

Unless I had access to a racetrack it woukd be way too frustrating as you could never use its full potential. Nor coukd you drive it everyday

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered .

If you can drive a car yiu can drive a supermarket. The real question though is would you want to?

Unless I had access to a racetrack it woukd be way too frustrating as you could never use its full potential. Nor coukd you drive it everyday

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Bloody autocorrect eh!

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By *ixenforfunWoman
over a year ago

banes mask

Nah i prob wouldnt be able to see over the steering wheel

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes

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By *lex46TV/TS
over a year ago

Near Wells


"Yes "

Me to, I've driven lots of different vehicles and it would be fine when I've got used to it.

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

Of course.

I'm a man- I can drive/fly/ride/sail/pilot anything!!!

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By *ty31Man
over a year ago

NW London

On a serious note, Lambo are owned by Audi and Ferrari were owned by Fiat so both would be pretty easy to drive. Just a case of using less throttle.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I drive those types of cars in a simulated environment, GT7 is the game.

And yes they are hard to drive.

I even hear that some of those cars have to be warmed up before they can be driven, so its not a case of jump in and drive in some of them.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Newer supercars are easier to drive with all the drive aids that they come with. Older ones are a handful if you dont know what youre doing. A friend of mine has an 80's 911 and a TVR, both of which seem to be on a mission to kill him

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By *i_Blonde_BabeWoman
over a year ago

Playa Del Ingles

We’ve owned and driven some very nice cars - the more modern the supercar the easier it is to drive thanks to the nanny state. Quickest car I’ve driven was a Lamborghini Huracan Performante and it could be driven just like my daily golf if you wanted to. They generally have long throttles for a reason - foot to the floor is where it has the potential to get very messy.

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London


"Older ones are a handful if you dont know what youre doing. A friend of mine has an 80's 911 and a TVR, both of which seem to be on a mission to kill him"

All of my fast cars have been ’80s ones. And I have a TVR arriving this summer.

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By *heVonMatterhornsCouple
over a year ago

Lincoln

Of course I could. Just leave the traction control on and don't drive like a bellend

LvM

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By *ormerWelshcouple2020Man
over a year ago

Stourbridge

Been fortunate to drive a number of performance cars. Yes you can drive them if you are sensible, but get in and floor it you will bin it.

Old 1980s 911s would take you off in a heartbeat if you were heavy footed.

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By *he love catsCouple
over a year ago

South Wales

As long as I don't have to reverse park on a hill or swing it into my garage

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By *avexxMan
over a year ago

cheshire

of course i drive both,,

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By *i_Blonde_BabeWoman
over a year ago

Playa Del Ingles


"As long as I don't have to reverse park on a hill or swing it into my garage "

They are so wide, I’m ashamed to confess that hubby garages them lol

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By *ittleMissCaliWoman
over a year ago

all loved up


"Newer supercars are easier to drive with all the drive aids that they come with. Older ones are a handful if you dont know what youre doing. A friend of mine has an 80's 911 and a TVR, both of which seem to be on a mission to kill him"
I agree that 80s cars were more of a handful. I think though that the amount of times you see reports of people wrapping their new supercars around trees or lampposts that too many don't respect the hp in them x

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

100% Id prefer a lambo. I'm a bit of a speed junkie, controlled mind you lol xxx

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By *ilktray manMan
over a year ago

hykeham

Anyone can drive them, they are cars afterall.

But, drive them safely is a different matter.

Too many these days have played GTA and think you can just get in , thrash it, turn on a sixpence and stop immediately.

Those big brakes need warming, ceramics need warming and at low temps don’t stop you so well even at slow speeds. Once up to temp, range, they do their job magnificently.

Then thrashing them from the lights………. Don’t just let off the accelerator after you’ve thrashed it from the lights, as the engine braking comes into play and the rear wheels can cause the car to squirm and slide.

Like most things in life, on the road or on this website, play gently, get up to speed, warm up and then go hell for leather if you want. ??

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By *DW1983Man
over a year ago

Aberdeen, Leeds, Sheffield

Could I drive one?

On a public road proficiently, yes, with a little time to adjust, same as any other vehicle.

On a track at speed? Only after suitable training.

Would I want to? Highly unlikely. I'd prefer something with more comfort, grand tourer rather than sportscar. I've said before, I'd buy an Aston Martin but having to stop every 150 miles to refuel would get annoying. So I'll wait til they do it in diesel and I can get the 700+ miles I'm used to...

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley


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Those big brakes need warming, ceramics need warming and at low temps don’t stop you so well even at slow speeds. Once up to temp, range, they do their job magnificently.

Then thrashing them from the lights………. Don’t just let off the accelerator after you’ve thrashed it from the lights, as the engine braking comes into play and the rear wheels can cause the car to squirm and slide.

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So, is there anything good about these cars?

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By *ilktray manMan
over a year ago

hykeham


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Those big brakes need warming, ceramics need warming and at low temps don’t stop you so well even at slow speeds. Once up to temp, range, they do their job magnificently.

Then thrashing them from the lights………. Don’t just let off the accelerator after you’ve thrashed it from the lights, as the engine braking comes into play and the rear wheels can cause the car to squirm and slide.

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So, is there anything good about these cars?"

The best materials, the most exhilarating drive when you learn how to properly, usually the most beautiful ( in the eye of the beholder, obviously) and performance that is second to none.

Some see it as status, some see it as the ultimate challenge to wring their necks, others see them as works of art.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Could I drive them? Yes...

Could I get the car seats in and get over the speed ramps on the school run? Sadly not

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

I've driven both, on road and track. Fun, but not particularly pleasant to drive on road. Mind you, mostly because our roads are shit.. The Ferrari was an older, factory standard car, and really quite basic and plasticky inside.

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By *ubal1Man
over a year ago

Newry Down

I used to be impressed by powerful cars, but today I am more impressed by bikes especially utilitarian bikes that can carry an adult and two children; much cheaper to run and more eco friendly.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

Yes. I did the nascar experience at Pocono raceway with my husband. That is a fantastic time.

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley


"I used to be impressed by powerful cars, but today I am more impressed by bikes especially utilitarian bikes that can carry an adult and two children; much cheaper to run and more eco friendly."

I'm impressed by the bikes that can carry voluminous takeaway meals for large families and don't even appear to need a dedicated motorcycle licence in order for the rider to do so for remuneration.

Now, here's a gimmicky business idea aimed at those who really want to impress families and loved ones (and envious neighbours of course) - Pizzas delivered by Lamborghini or Ferrari.

Learners would need to be accompanied, though. Anyone ever spotted a prestige car sporting L plates? They could be moonlighting for Domino's!

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.

Well the old countach gearbox was a bloody nightmare until you get used to it.

Straight up is reverse straight down 1st

Very easy to get them mixed up and a bitch to drive, zero visibility out of the rear and as wide as a bus.

But ohhhhhh the noise grrrrrrrrrraaaaaarrrrhhhhhhh

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Well the old countach gearbox was a bloody nightmare until you get used to it.

Straight up is reverse straight down 1st

Very easy to get them mixed up and a bitch to drive, zero visibility out of the rear and as wide as a bus.

But ohhhhhh the noise grrrrrrrrrraaaaaarrrrhhhhhhh "
ouch we have a 69 Camaro with a racing clutch I have difficulties pushing the pedal down.Old school makes you work for the thrill.

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By *lint-EverhardMan
over a year ago

Perpignan and cap

Yes absolutely.

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By *alandNitaCouple
over a year ago

Scunthorpe


"Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered . "

I've driven both on a track day, they are just like driving any other car except for changing gears with the paddles... and that is really intuitive.

Cal

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By *urora1912Woman
over a year ago

Norfolk East anglia

Got a track day to book. Can't wait I'm so excited

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By *ris GrayMan
over a year ago

Dorchester

Of course i have one

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago


"Look tricky to me . Don't think it's a case of jumping in and away you go . Just wondered . "

Sure, I have driven a Subaru Impreza WRX Sti, Posche and a few other quick cars (none mine). Restraint is the key and having a full tank of petrol as you get about 5Mpg with your foot down. I also ride motorbikes. The scooby is like driving a playstation except you only get one life which is what people tend to forget.

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire

Do they come with snow tyres..?

If not then surely pointless going out in them..

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By *ools and the brainCouple
over a year ago

couple, us we him her.


"Do they come with snow tyres..?

If not then surely pointless going out in them.. "

*Honk Honk*

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By *ouple in LancashireCouple
over a year ago

in Lancashire


"Do they come with snow tyres..?

If not then surely pointless going out in them..

*Honk Honk*"

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By *lfacatMan
over a year ago

Cumbria

The older classic cars yes, with the newer ones I might need help to start the bloody things!

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London


"Subaru Impreza WRX Sti"

I used to have one of those as a company car. Even more fun when it’s not yours to pay for.

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By *icolerobbieCouple
over a year ago

walsall

Of course. They are just cars with gears & steering wheel. All you have to do is respect the amount of power they have and don’t try to be the stig.

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By (user no longer on site)
over a year ago

What kind of asshole drives a Lotus

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By *ose-tinted GlassesMan
over a year ago

Glasgow / London

What’s wrong with driving a Lotus? They’re great cars.

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By *ir SupremacyMan
over a year ago

Bolton

Yes I could....but I couldn't land a plane though or maybe I could ha x

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By *ikynminnyCouple
over a year ago

Blaydon

ha easily they only go as fast as you press the pedal lol my bike accelerates quicker than them

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By *ambsLad2Man
over a year ago

Peterborough

Driven a 355, 360 and 458. Haven't driven a Lambo though.

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By *ornucopiaMan
over a year ago

Bexley


"Do they come with snow tyres..?

If not then surely pointless going out in them..

*Honk Honk*

"

Where is the gentleman in question?

You'd think he would be an expert on these cars and have driven at least one of each.

Conspicuously absent on this thread!

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By *erfectman122Man
over a year ago

from somewhere nice

Nope to low

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