The Polaris Slingshot Is One of the Craziest Vehicles On Sale
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The Polaris Slingshot is really weird -- and today, I'm going to check it out. First I'm going to take you on a tour of the Polaris Slingshot, and I'm going to show you all the quirks and features of the Slingshot -- then I'm going to drive it and review the driving experience of the Polaris Slingshot.
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"I've borrowed this car from CNC Motors, where I now live."
Out of all cars CNC have Doug will find the least expected one
With the whole quarantine, it's no surprise Doug decided to move someplace with plenty of quirks and features to discover.
There was a large van behind him....
THIS is my cardboard box where I sleep at CNC motors, let’s take a look at all of its quirks and features...
@@mikeobie1 it's a hummer....
“Same engine as the Chevy Cobalt.” Finally, my car has something in common with a car featured on this channel.
Aiden Bagshaw, I say pretty much the same thing every time he mentions “power windows,” I’m here like, yeah, my car has power windows too! 😆
@@justinbond558 😂
Exactly what I thought 🤣
I was excited to learn he services his GT at the dealership I bought my Fusion from
You wish you could afford a cobalt...
-*Doug is the type of guy to give you the shirt off his back because he's got four more under it*
I wanted to give you 1 reply to go with all those "likes"
Horse & Oak thanks, it's your choice to like or comment;)
😂😂 Dougy "two shirts" De Muro
I have decided to leave a comment.
I saw that
Middle screen looks like stolen ATM
Thats what i was thinking
Lmao can’t unsee that
and it's shit too
I really can't hold my laugh right now
Plot twist: Doug is the owner of CNC Motors
If he owned CNC he would have renamed it Q&F Motors for Quirks and Features
@@MannOfTheHill345 or maybe DND instead of CNC... not sure what Doug's middle name is, tho.
😄👍
Aayush Karnik just being lazy
*has owner at gunpoint
A guy in my neighborhood drives one while wearing a Batman mask.
Hahahaha!! You live near BatDad!!
Tinkerergr cool profile picture
this is for pansies who can't ride a motorcycle
and a GM engine lawl… such a garbage
@@YoungHKim-dk3rg nah this is for boomers who don't want to be fucked over with rider licenses
Doug is the type of guy to scare himself while trying to scare someone
LOL!
Insta_Kill63 I do that
lol!!!
🤣🤣
That's a good one lol
12:37 You can change the speedometer to kph, that's why it's going up to 220. Also, that's why the numbers above 120 are way smaler.
Weird 2 door G Wagon pulls over in parking lot CNC motors: Ah shit here we go again
*Doug sounds in the distance*
Don’t say the “shit” word young man
Tobias Naylor shut up meg
A real bisexual petrol-head did I say I have a problem?
@@tobiasnaylor SHIT
"The key is a like a regular key, but the Slingshot logo is like this absurd triangle thing.... " Doug, it's a slingshot. 🤦
Ahhh. It's a slingshot from the front side.
20.000$ for something that looks almost like a Batmobile is not too bad. I first thought this think will start at around 70k upwards.
john air they make 4 wheel conversions and ls engine swap kits that will turn them into something like an aerial atom on steroids
@@Johnny-tq9no Okay, well now I want an aerial nomad.
Looks like Kobe's logo
when you want a motorcycle but your wife tells you "No, it's too dangerous!l
Speaking the truth
Guy at my motorcycle riding class was there with his wife getting his license just for this reason XD
if you plan on doing stupid speeds, a motorcycle and a car are the same safety level
Do you need a bike license to drive it?
@@flynick Depends on the state, in my state you used to need one but they changed it in 2018 to just a normal drivers license.
They are amazingly fun. It is important to note, you may not have noticed there are huge luggage compartments behind each seat. Storage space is far more than one would expect. You also forgot to mention that it has a backup camera! They're more practical than a motorcycle, but of course not as much as a car. But they're WAY more fun.
Government: everyone stay at home! Doug:THIS is my home(pointing at cnc motors).
Do you really still think he is filming the day before he uploads a video?
Schoko Unter that’s a joke bruh
it’s obviously pre-recorded months in advance. everything in the past few months was filmed before late february
"I wouldn't really call it a car because it has 3 wheels" *- Reliant Robin wants to know your location*
Right up there to the left.... And now your Robin is on its roof after trying to go around the corner
Robins are more like training cars. They count as motorcycles. You need a motorcycle licence to drive one in the UK, not an auto licence
@@Benzinilinguine Maybe all of the old miners in my town want to have a conversation with you
Morgan 3-wheeler also wants to know. And plenty of people have driven a Robin without flipping it. It's just not for spirited driving.
He did what even the Stig couldn't manage, keep a three wheeler on all three wheels.
I don’t like this Dougscore layout now. I preferred it when you would say every category & list the score.
Yeah it sucks
I stopped paying attention to the DougScore after a while. Cars should be celebrated and/or respected by what they are intended to do, and whether each one suits its intended purpose well. Marking the qualities anathema to the car's purpose just seems to unnecessarily highlight its bad points, like how "practicality" causes naturally impractical cars to score low in the DougScore.
@@fancyyahoo yeah true and none of the cars he reviews or will review in the future will get to 80 or more, the highest is like 72 or 73 from the Chiron or 918 Spyder I think and those cars purpose is performance and speed and they get low on practicality..
@@ironboyjunior8509 and strangely enough, only those cars which provide the most performance, are most expensive, as well as the most exotic and most impractical somehow get the best DougScores, which also shows how it simply isn't objective in nature, and reflects purely Doug's own opinions. But then his other viewers will surely treat those scores as "Gospel preached by Daddy Doug" (I used to do that when I was a teen, two to three years ago, as well, not espousing them but thinking that they were according to how capable the car is).
@@fancyyahoo yeah true and I think he should make separate scores for performance cars (sports cars and super cars) and a separate score for the more practical and everyday cars (sedans/SUVs/coupes/luxury cars) where their purpose is different to the performance, I feel like the scores for the different types of cars will fit in more. And you're right, the "Doug Score" is just based on Doug's opinions, and people obviously have different opinions and sometimes I disagree with them, but I am still always interested in the quirks and features of the cars he reviews.
You see these a lot in the summer in Times Sq usually in large groups riding along with motorcycles. They are tricked out and have music blasting from custom speakers trying to flex. Great video Doug!
Look at lil Dougie there, driving his open-top car with no sunglasses on like someone who's never been hit by a stone. Or a bee.
Exactly what I was thinking. A stone or bug hitting him in the eye going 60mph and wrecking!
As a motorcyclist I can say that sucks so much. Even the smallest bug feels terrible.
I was totally waiting for a bug to go in his mouth during his drive LOL
@@JeseeWalker I would guess San Diego doesn't have that much of a bug problem. No way you would want to do even that short ride around Georgia without some sort of protection.
nanoflower1 Every place has bugs in warm weather
CNC: He's back! Quick, hide!
Spoiler alert: He never left.
Well this is what CNC gets for leaving cars out in the parking lot for Doug to review.
My dad and I talked about this car ONE TIME... ONCE and now it's all over my recommendation everywhere. We cant go anywhere without being watched or being listened too
A lot more fun than it looks like. I've always ridden motorcycles, and still found this a ton of fun! Sounds great and rear wheel will squeel when shifting in 2nd gear.
“These are pretty cheap, 20k new. This one is a couple years old and much cheaper.” Listed for $19,950
Many have tons of options. You can configure one new for 40K+
That's because they're put together with spit & chickenwire.
Exactly, Alot like a damn jeep these days, used price is more than the advertised new price, that always kinda irked me a little
@@revolutionday1 this is called hand-assembled. Ferrari and Lamborghini etc. charge you for the same.
Brian A you can find a good deal on one that's certified pre-owned here in Florida. I think they suck personally but hey
Doug the type of guy to know every single car's turn signal stalk design in automotive history
He had a Volvo 850, that's how he recognized it
I had an early V70 so I instantly recognized it
@@ConnorBlikre first I thought he's doing a parody video 😸😹👌🏻
I live in central Florida and I see an old dude driving one of these like every other day
interesting review especially looking to the quirky world of car/motorcycle cross vehicles, as a motorcyclist I could see numerous quirks from the moto world in it such as no headlight switches, the motorcycle license plate attachment, and the belt drive. Really surprised Doug didn't cover the belt drive
I always see these where I live. It’s mostly boomers who were bikers “back in the day”
Saul Felipe hahahaha
Slingshots are a good example of how bad US design and manufacturing can be. 40 years ago it would have an AMC badge.
By me everyone who has these looks like they came off an episode of Jersey Shore with a horrible spray tan and an ego bigger than the sun.
In my area, there's mostly Can-Am Spiders
boomers are dead right now lol get your shit right
19:42 "Hey Doug, wanna go grab some lunch?" Doug: "Actually I just swallowed a big junebug, I'm not really hungry."
Doug, that's why you wear a helmet with a wind screen attached, Unless you like the taste of june bugs. It also protects your eyes. If a june bug hit your eye, you would be blind in that eye!
@Adam Kazarian Except it gets 15.5 mpg. 12:23
@@Richie_P whooooosh
@Adam Kazarian Just when I think you couldn't possibly be any dumber...
On the topic of the speedometer: it can be electronically switched between displaying speed in mph or kph, hence the seemingly large scale. The old Victory motorcycles, and the new Indian motorcycles, (both brands also owned by Polaris,) had the same speedometer function.
I was debating getting a rav4 vs a Polaris slingshot. That Doug score changed my mind.
how do you end up debating which one to get when they are polar-opposite.
Jamar D that’s it, that’s the joke
@@Leonards-leopard Ah shit.....
17:58....😁😁😁. -Hey Doug,are you hungry? -Doug: No, i'm ok!I ate a few big bugs while driving this thing without a helmet and i'm full!!👍
Put the windshield down on my CJ5 and made it about 1/4 mile down the road before I stopped and put it back up (see look on Doug's face for the reason)
Watch 18:11 right after. A bug nearly misses his face and it’s a big one. An impact during that would be an instant meme or gif. Doug “a helmet is crucial to the experience” Bug *splat in the eye or forehead*. It was close.
Pure protein.
@@Sheridantank It could also have been a hummingbird? Imagine it´s beak penetrating Doug´s forehead- could´ve turned this episode into a horror movie!!!
@@sebastianwurtz5294 it'd be like that time a seagull hit Fabio in the face while he was riding a roller coaster like 25 years ago...
Guys at CNC every morning: -Goddamn Jim it's that DeMuro guy again, lock the door! -Too late John, he's already in... DOUG: Thiiiiis is me! Gimme some of your inventory!
Jesus Christ is Lord. Repent and believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and you will be saved.
@@TheJpep2424 what?
Good news. This ENTIRE inventory is now for sale on Cars and Bids!
@@TheJpep2424 stfu keep ur religion to yourself
@@derpybellicgaming_yt658 what is sad sir, if you continue to think there’s no Jesus Christ and don’t ask Him to save you from your sins. One day after you die everyone will be judged. All who have not reached out to Jesus will be separated from all who accepted Christ. You will be sorry once the truth will be shown to you.
I love the look on Doug's face wen he says "and it comes to life"🤣
7:43 It's a standard motorcycle starter button label ;)
*Doug:* "Hi, guys!" *CNC Motors:* "Okay, but are you ever going to BUY anything!?!" *Doug:* "Nah. Too many quirks and features to choose from."
lol. nice one. though im sure they'll take the virtually free advertising all day.
Ha ha 👍✌️👍
🤣😂🤣
He had a CNC Motors t-shirt on in an earlier video. Maybe he bought that. Nah, CNC Motors most likely gave him that.
wouldnt you like a dude with over 3 millions subscriber come to your shop to make free publicity in exchange of renting a car for couple hours, they should give him a car with a huge cnc logo on it
My neighbour has one of these (Ontario, Canada). He takes out his handicapped son in it and straps his wheelchair to a roll cage he has installed on it.
So I CAN use it in the north. Good to know.
That thing comes from a Minnesota company. I wouldn't drive it in the snow, but we do get summer every once in awhile...
@@herranton but surely with snow tires, right? Great. Now instead of picking between an Ariel or a Caterham, I need to pick between an Ariel, a Caterham, and a Polaris.
@@potterfanz6780 The Polaris isn't really in the same league. The czterham and atom are much more sporty.
@@herranton now THOSE are sports cars 😁👍
Doug: "Okay I'm gonna step on it".... face begins to peel off in response.
😂
Lol
Using this as a daily driver in Alaska would fit Jocko's definition of "Getting after it"
Hey doug, you missed the backup camera and the helmet storage behind the seats!
Seems like the backup camera could be used as a rear view "mirror" too.
19:30 I was starting to worry that Doug wouldn't mention his height
What a Chad
But no mention of headroom. /jk
From the interior, for some reason it looks like it's a huge, high-end golf cart. I actually love the golf carts' design, with smaller wheels and an open cabin with or without a roof, but I think it's cool they carried parts of that over to cars.
all 'motorcycles' must have headlights illuminated at all times while operating on a public roadway to make them more noticeable to other drivers. That's why there isn't a light switch on this.
Baby Doug: k-k-ke-wer Dougs Parents: Honey! He’s about to say his first words! Baby Doug: k-kwirk *Quirks and features*
Gabriel Pinargote 😂😂😂😂😂😭
This is worthy of more likes 😂
😂
baby doug: t-t-t- Doug's Parents: Honey! He’s about to say his first words! Baby doug: th- THIS-
Infotainment systems
CNC: has a cool car Doug: *It’s Free Real Estate*
he kinda looks like the dude from the meme when he accelerates too lmao
@@AlzhinSon that's Jeremy Clarkson. In the Ariel Atom.
Doug just kills it as a 'Virtual Salesman' for CNC....nice arrangement
The Polaris Slingshot: Lacks the fun of a motorcycle, while also lacking the practicality of a car. Truly the worst of both worlds
But it is the sort of vehicle that will draw attention so for the attention seekers, here's your car.
I have a motorcycle and a Slingshot, this to me is like a go cart, i love driving it.
As someone who rides motorcycles, and currently owns multiple cars..... I LOVE the Slingshot. It is neither of those things, and is definitely a different experience. Like "S V 1" said, it is more like a road legal go cart. It also gets WAY MORE attention than any motorcycle will get, so for people who like that attention, or introduction into a conversation, it is an added plus. It is from Polaris, so it is a toy... and it is a great toy, at that.
nanoflower1 right cuz when I drove in one all eye 👁 was one us . Like what the hell is that kind of car , Music was loud . I don’t really care for a motorcycle 🏍 don’t like the idea 💡 of leanings forward on a bike to drive. Besides just lost a friend A month ago while he was driving his Harley Davison motorcycle someone hit him took both of his legs off end up dying. And on top of that his friend heard about the accident jumped on his motorcycle and went to the scene, and he got hit at the same spot and he die same day . So it’s something about that intersection .
Chynadoll77 Cyn whats their race black too?
Who else misses old doug score read outs? Made me feel like a "Guess the score" game
What do you mean? He still reads it out one by one so u can guess along.
Same here
Same. Bring back the old Doug Score format.
I feel the same. I thought that this kind of quick read out will be reserved for More Doug Demuro :(
@@marekjirousek9186 agreed
Everyone stuck at home: Quarantined Doug releasing more than one video the same week: THIS! Is a..
He always releases on Tuesday and Thursday
He moved to CNC motors when the quarantine was put on and he’ll stay there until the quarantine goes
Time to be alive
Brandon Hoke yo I just found this channel, and I’m happy cuz I found the car I’m buying The 2020 Corvette
@@samcartwright5910 TMI! 😂
"I wouldn't classify it as a car because look at it, it has three wheels!" Robin Reliant: Am I a joke to you?
Davis Divan: Do you even know who I am!?
Morgan: amateurs...
Laughs in Clarkson
I love clicking on dougs videos you always know what your getting into
I believe the "optimistic" speedometer has a dual use for kph, hence the large scale. Same speedo with different gearing and you can sell it in Canada. Very practical.
Canada? You mean "rest of the world"?
Martin Brandmüller 9% of the world uses mph.
I have Victory motorcycle, also by Polaris, and can confirm same speedometer scale for US and Canadian market; you can switch MPH to KPH in the menu.
@@vika0194 you mean 9% of earth's population? Cause 9% out if all countries can't be true
@@martinbrandmuller8272 On highways, but other types of travel still rely on non-si units.
Polaris lobbied hard to create the "autocycle" category so you don't need a helmet or a motorcycle license to drive it (in several states)
Xingyu Zhang no license? Wow haha
I'd still wear a helmet
@@tiestofalljays MOTORCYCLE license.
tiestofalljays motorcycle license. You still need a driver’s license
the well-known public federal estate that legislates against private entrepreneurship
There is probably an option to switch from MPH to KPH. Speedo numbers are probably if set to go by KPH. Having driven one, it is very fun to drive and handles excellent.
i love your videos, however, i have rented a slingshot for a couple days and absolutely loved it. I would love to drive this everyday if the weather was nice. also i dont know if the newer model has more weight but the one i rented did not have a stereo system and just had a ridiculous amount of power and was extremely fast. Highly recommend renting this vehicle just to experience how amazing and fun it really is.
17:58 now that's a face of a man who owns a Ford GT!
Kinda reminds me of Data... ;-)
CNC: Doug: licking the locked glass entrance door CNC: jesus christ, go review the motorcycle car thing... Doug: schnozberries!!
🤣
me: hello, tire dealer? yeah, i'd like to order a brand new set of michelin pilots for my ride! dealer: got it, four new michelin pilots... no problem, sir! me: uhhhh ahhh no, not 4 tires, only 3 please... dealer: *crickets*
Buy 3 tires get the 4th one free sales lol
The last one can be used for spare tire tho
I can't imagine a situation where you'd have to hood open while driving
Fun fact: DF Kit Cars, the company that makes the DF Goblin, released a 4 wheel conversion kit for the slingshot! It converts the belt driven rear wheel with a diff and axle.
So it becomes a KTM X-bow basically
Socky Noob Exactly. Except for a tenth of the price 😂
@@jackcarter5415 and without recegrade safety, you likely wouldn't be allowed to race in it
@srthellcat707 www.google.com Lol it's literally just dfkitcar.com you lazy sloth
@srthellcat707 there are plenty of vehicles with 4 wheels. Why would anyone be ignorant enough to go through the trouble of adding a 4th? Bad enough you have shit taste in cars lol. Fuck off and watch a gaycat vid scrub
doctor: “you have 21 minutes and 30 seconds left to live” me:
Doctor: i see you are well cultured
The oldest joke in the book
You say that on literally every video. Go away bot
Then all the ads hit
Damn you comment that on every video you stanky butch
Man I like your videos a lot you are one off the best at this every time I have a question about a car I look for it in your videos congrats for been on off the beasts at this , and You did not mención the trunk is behind the seats on the slingshot and please review the new one 2020 with the automatic transmission 👍🏼
I recently purchased a 2007 Saturn Sky base with the same engine. Agree with what Doug says about the engine. Not a "thrilling" car but a SUPER fun Roadster experience. I am considering, eventually, strapping a supercharger kit onto it, as my understanding it's the 2.4 it's better stored for that over a turbo. We'll see. I used to daily drive a C5 Z06 and THAT was thrilling. A bit unhinged, actually. This is more reserved, but very fun. Similar experience to the Fiero GT I got when I turned sixteen.
Can we appreciate how beautiful the sky is while he’s driving it? Talk about a nice day, man that would have been a fun drive.
Minus the chemtrails
So Cal
So beautiful and delicious :)
ProdriveGT those are contrails not chemtrails
@@ProdriveGT MiNuS tHe ChEmTrAiLs
Doug before driving the Slingshot: 🧑🏻 Doug after driving the Slingshot: 💨👨🏻🦲
Good one!..with the Emojis.
1:33 Van: Aight imma head out
That was so unworth going back from minute 20
In Valdez, Alaska last summer I encountered a couple, both in their eighties, who had traveled in their Slingshot all the way from CO, WY or MT - can't remember which. He was a former motorcycle enthusiast who has developed balance issues and moved to the Slingshot for safety. She was his new bride of 2 years (IIRC), a former teacher (or, professor, perhaps) with a real sense of adventure (as is clear from both the Slingshot and the new husband who drives it). Good living.
Doug: pulls up to the CNC motors lot CNC motors: Ah shit, here we go again
hahahaha
I actually took one of these on a two day road trip and I little quirk I found is the exhaust is very close to the cup holder so it would boil anything you were drinking, the newer ones come with heat sheilds
You just saw this on Jay Emm
@@Jesus_Iced I have no idea who that even is, I spent two days in one of these going from Des Moines ia to Lake Ozark mo and back I think I got a pretty good idea of all its quirks
@@rossjohnson1301 I was only joking, but he did a video with this car which came out a couple of days ago and mentioned that. Check out Jay Emm though, it's a good channel.
I used to have one of these, had to sell it when I got my first car. Sure do miss it, lots of fun.
I'm impressed the way you explained all this I don't think you left anything out good job
Why no more “starting with the weekend category...” 🥺
Zach Thompson Doug said it was a waste of time
J.Phoenix Gaming not to me! 😢😂
@@j.phoenix well Doug is wrong
I think he has made it a goal to keep videos a bit shorter. 40 minutes of something like an SUV is boring, and he realized that and is now keeping them shorter
@@j.phoenix where did he say that?
2 t-shirts Denim shorts and, THISSSSSSSSSS You guessed it right I'ts DOUG
Arq Datta ya..what more can we ask for.......
Those are khaki homeboy
Storage is behind the seats Doug :D Fits 2 helmets and then some. Bolt on low boost turbo setup puts this is the Mono HP range. 270 WHP.
to me its great for us old guys that use to ride 2 wheels but have a bad leg or foot or balance issues
Nobody: Absolutely nobody: CNC Motors: the guy with 3 million subs and 3-dollar outfit is here Edit: I love you, Doug. Please don't change.
I like Doug's outfit. He's natural.
@@KannX Even I love how natural he is, as compared to other obnoxious KZheadrs with crazy intros and overacting. I don't want him to change.
Doug looks like an Italian mobster when the wind hit his hair. Great look man 😂
IKR 😂😂😂😂😂
LOL, when he stepped on it! Good video Doug. Any chance you will be reviewing the Vanderhall?
There's 1 I've seen driving around southern NH. Great winter car 😉
This is one of those vehicles I would never buy, but I'm still glad it exists
Not much point in doing so either if you already own a bike and aren't injured.
@@CrisisC0re Do you think this "autocycle" is safer than a regular motorcycle?
@@teancoffee208 An autocycle is safer than a motorcycle because, while little, you do have crash protect. In the front you have the engine, and you have walls on the side, and suspension and stuff in the rear. So yes, this is in fact safer than a motorcycle
@@teancoffee208 Definitely is safer, in comparison for a regular bike you are the crumple zone whereas you still have a seat-belt and room infront of you to take the brunt of a crash.
@@CrisisC0re Yet, I own and ride my motorcycle, and own multiple cars.... and I love the Slingshot. It is a VERY different experience. More like a street legal go cart, than a motorcycle. Just because you don't "get it" doesn't mean that there is no point to it.
FYI: CMVSS 208 is apparently a safety regulation in Canada about something called 'Occupant Crash Protection' - weird.
An anti-yeet law? But I wanted to see how far my passenger flies when I hit a moose going 110 across Manitoba. Curses! Foiled again!
In frontal impacts, no less! Seems like something related to front/side airbags and seatbelts.
The slingshot doesn't have airbags, which means it doesn't meet the (Canadian) regulations for frontal impacts which require airbags to be fitted.
Zarshua I don’t think it was ever crash tested
@@henryrodgers7386 It's not about whether the passengers are yeeted, but whether things are yeeted into your passengers. In the case of hitting a moose, that'd actually probably be a bigger concern anyway.
I grew up riding ATVs, dirt-bikes, etc. and the lightning symbol for the starter button is paying homage to Polaris roots because that is the symbol used on their off-road vehicles to start them. It is a lightning bolt indicating it is electric start because most quads and dirt-bikes you have to manually start with a kick-start.
There are also a lot of Polaris “vehicles” in Edmonton, Alberta, which, in spite of being a winter city, has loads of wealthy car buyers who love to drive convertibles in the summer. You should see the cars trolling our busier streets on warm July evenings.
CNC motors: Ok so what car do you want this time? Doug: *I never said I came for a car.*
As a 2016 Slingshot SL owner, I've waited a while for your review. Very accurate, even if a little brief. I did not know about the Volvo turn signal. I believe you were very kind about the steering, as the steering is generally loose and the brakes are usually soft. Much like old 60's roadsters and perhaps just as bumpy on the ride. Of course, you can upgrade these to suit your tastes. You probably got a better acceleration from your review car as it had a cold air intake, which changes throttle response greatly. It improved response so much on the 2016, I almost did not upgrade the exhaust. Remapping the computer is not simple, as you have to send it off, or maybe shops exist now. The empty switches above the traction control switch are easy to pop out and replace for your own accessories. I have my amps and bling lighting setup in such a way. The stock seats are uncomfortable as all hell after a 300 mile drive, BUT they are indestructible, and VERY dog friendly. A tall windshield is nearly a must-have and if you live in a place with much sun, one of the add-on roofs is worth the cost. Even with the roof, you will burn your ass on the seat, and if you replaced your gearshift knob with a steel version, you will burn your hand. Speaking of the stock seat again: it's designed to drain water, although you won't like this so much if you are driving while this is happening. You take more rain in the face than you do on a motorcycle, which is rather odd, and you also take rocks to the face, as you would normally take rocks to the legs on a motorcycle. The windshield is a must, but a good pair of sunglasses and goggles are essential. Another oddity that might have been great to cover: the battery. It's in the worst location possible, behind the driver storage compartment, next to the rear wheel. Many people add battery terminal extenders so you can jump start from the storage compartment as it's not exactly fun to take the battery out. Due to the always-on headlights, there is always a chance you will have a run-down. Many people elect to mod the headlights to a switch, which seems like a reasonable thing to do. Finally, the optimistic speedometer: they do make a LS3 conversion for the slingshot. They also make a two-wheel rear conversion. Should these mods be performed, the speedometer isn't quite so funny... not that anyone would dare look at it due to the fear of mortal peril as you step on the gas. I would love to see a review of those mods, the comedy would be priceless. Good review, fair score. I hope you review the other autocycle types out there. I can afford none of them but always fun to see.
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Thanks for sharing. I know in Europe KTM makes an interesting alternative priced at 300k euros. Would be nice if Doug reviewed that
Thanks much for doing this review. I live in Florida so I occasionally see them around. I've never had a chance to look at one close up. It kind of reminds me of a "contemporary" dune buggy. I can kinda see the batman mask wearing thing because especially at 14:50 at that front end angle it really does have that Batmobile look... just a shorter version. :-)
I would love to valet park this thing. You know it's going to be in the front row, and to see the look on the valet's face when you pull up would be kinda fun - although I suspect a bunch of them have seen these by now.
The “THIS” gets more and more aggressive 😂😂
And cringy
No it doesn't stfu
Pretty soon itll be "Mutha fucka THIIIIS, is a....."
i see this comment on every new video he drops
Traps Aren’t Gay ok never mind I just realized you had an anime profile picture so you’re not quite a functioning member of society.
17:54 Doug's best impression of Robert DeNiro
This thing is made for renting out. Plus I like Doug's new hairdo with the wind blowing it back.
The 2.4L actually came from the naturally aspirated Cobalt SS, later called the Cobalt Sport, as the Cobalt LS & LT had the 2.2L.
It has a back up camera, you can see it above the license plate.
I'm surprised he didn't talk about it.
There’s a company (slingcustoms) that adds sideview cameras as well.
When you take a dragonfly to the eyeball at 45 mph , you will learn to put on glasses or a helmet.
Safety glasses at least.
When you take a small rock to the eyeball at 45mph you will not forget your eye patch for the rest of your life.
Yes, long awaited review!
These things are super cool. Would be cool to own this as well as the BAC Mono 👌🏼
Prof. Douglas, Why did you stop including the breakdown of your Doug Scores? I think that’s content that everybody misses. Sincerely, Austin
19:30 "I'm fairly tall". Oh are you Doug? Missed the perfect opportunity to remind us he is 6'3, or is it 6'4? Seems to change depending on the season.
Sparky this made me laugh so hard
It depends on how cold it is
In the c8 video he was both 6ft 3 and 6 ft 4 lol
it depends on what mood he's in
2 years ago he was 6'2/6'3🤣🤣
The makers of this thing say it’s capable of 130mph but some say they get to 110mph and it shakes so bad that they wouldn’t dare drive any faster, for fear of it shaking apart. I noticed that it’s drag coefficient says not listed which I found somewhat curious and it’s listed as a Roadster! The windscreen is an option on the base model but is standard on the SL model and like you said you can get a roof hardtop with side windows made from polycarbonate, and that’s why it’s probably listed as a Roadster.
Thank you for the review.
No one: Doug: Four-wheels drive
It has 3 wheels
this should read ..... No one: Four-wheels drive Doug: Four-wheels drive or Everyone: Doug: Four-wheels drive
Corona isolation got me being 6 seconds on time to a Doug video.
Hello Doug, I would love for you review the Vanderhall Venice and then compare it to the Sling Shot.
Drove one of these in Gatlinburg. It's such a fun machine