Ferrari 296 GTS Review: Is This A REAL Ferrari?

Rory looks at the Ferrari 296 GTS, the convertible version of the GTB, to see whether a Ferrari with a V6 engine can be considered a true Ferrari, how the history of the company helped shape this car’s design, and whether it’s a usable road car.

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[Jason-seke]

Honestly wasn't a fan of the 296, but after you told the story of its heritage, I get it now. Great review, and great reviewer.

[johnnypooh]

As someone who has been watching Rory for a while..I'm not sure I've seen him any happier behind the wheel of any other car on this channel..the joy is awesome to see....😊

[toyanaydin]

Best mid-engined Ferrari since the 458!! No questions

[RellupNorth]

It’s classy and is easily one of the best looking recent Ferraris

[Andrew-vxls]

The 296 engine has actually won some races, outright. When was the last time that a V12 Ferrari won a race, outright ?

[gcm]

My first drive in a 296 was met with scepticism. A Ferrari V6 you say? With electric power too? Followed moments later by a realisation of how brutally fast it was and how exceptional it sounded. A truly stunning modern day classic.

[MarcSob]

The best supercar on the market right now!! Every time I had the chance to drive the 296, I loved it more and more! This talk of badmouthing the V6 is typical of those who don't know the history of Ferrari "which used several V6s in races, not just in the Dino" and don't know the performance of this engine!

[BrakeForLoop]

It is beautiful. The piccolo engine has grown on me. But it still looks and sounds like it's missing a lot of character. Their touch interfaces was a mistake because they could have done some really nice tactile and clicky buttons. It's missing more than it has. There are other options.

[andrepravaz]

I own a 296GTB and I love it. People who criticise it, have never driven it. They do not know what they're talking about. It is an incredible car with superb performance.

[sanghoonlee]

It feels more like a Maserati than a Ferrari. At the same time, I think it looks better than most Ferraris these days.

[nchmusic]

The best looking modern Ferrari in this era, hope my pilot career money can afford this dream

[andygtv]

Trouble you can’t park anywhere’😢not in the UK where people hate success

[mikelfrance-lx]

They should have called this a Ferrari Dino. People love Dinos today.

[harshkumarsingh]

Ferrari's vision is something a lot of people have starting to disagree with in recent days. But people forget that this is one of the if not the most iconic automotive brand in the world. They know very well what they are doing. Their cars recently have been outperforming cars from other brands. They are absorbing the hate and disagreement for now but sooner or later, critics will calm down. 296 is a beautiful car and something an owner will love to drive daily and live with.

[onedmncliv]

This brilliant review made me rethink this great car. Great context on the story and legacy of Dino. I’m sure he would be thrilled to know about the 296.

[Blacksunshine]

Meh, is anybody else just not excited about these new super cars?

[TheDominic]

This is probably Ferrari's most beautiful car.

[brokegymrat]

488 gtb is the best looking Ferrari for me, the 296 I didn’t like the look but this baby is fast really fast

[gustavocavalcanti]

Ferrari V6, Mercedes AMG with a 4 in line. New times, my friends. Are they better times?

[bit-khearts]

Grinning for 13 minutes straight. As expected, excellent reviews from Rory of a spectacular machine. 296 any day, everyday!