Breaking news! Formula One drivers don’t like to be passengers.
More breaking news! Ferrari Formula One drivers Lewis Hamilton and Charles Leclerc do rather like the new Ferrari F80, as evidenced by their entirely natural first impressions of Maranello’s stunning V6 hyperslayer.
Yes folks, in today’s least surprising news, it appears Ferrari’s factory hotshoes think Ferrari’s factory F80 is the best car evah. To be fair, the last time Ferrari rolled out something like this, it was pretty spectacular. Still remember you, LaFerrari.
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So, we pick up the story as Leclerc picks up Hamilton to get to grips with the 1,183hp hybrid Ferrari on home turf: Fiorano.
“This is nice,” said Lewis.
“It’s fast,” replied Charles.
“I’ve got to order me one of these one day,” added Lewis.
Then comes Hamilton’s turn… and he immediately goes flat out, even getting his hands a little crossed up. Breaking news! Seven-time world champion likes to send it.
“This thing is quick,” said Lewis.
“It’s so fast,” replied Charles.
“This is the fastest road car I’ve ever been in,” added Lewis. This, don’t forget, from a man who had input into the Mercedes-AMG One.
It’s a good chance to see two teammates have a bit of a giggle in a £3.1m (approx. P240-M) special Ferrari, but also to get a little listen to said special Ferrari’s turbocharged, Le Mans-derived 3.0-liter V6. Have a watch – and a listen – below.
NOTE: This story first appeared on TopGear.com. Minor edits have been made.
