The Most Loved… and Most Cursed Car on DDE Is BACK! *720GTR*

Six years ago, the speaker embarked on a journey to transform a McLaren 720S, intending to completely reinvent it. Initially, this vision was not apparent to others, but over time, with custom paint, a built motor, and a distinctive look, it began to materialize. However, this progress was abruptly halted by a rear-end collision in Southern California, which turned the project from a build into an obsession. A full Duke Dynamics body kit was ordered to make the car even crazier, but it arrived in an almost unusable state. Months, then years, were spent on custom fabrication and overcoming endless setbacks to make the kit work. Following this, the car underwent a rebuild, wrap, and identity transformation by Protective Film Solutions. Despite these efforts, the car's engine continued to fail, leading to a year-long wait for a new motor, followed by another. The engine was repeatedly pulled, rebuilt, and set back. Now, after all the challenges, the moment of truth has arrived at Gintani. The speaker, having traveled directly from New Jersey, is anxious to find out if the car will finally work or if he will have to abandon what he describes as the most cursed and beloved car on his channel. Upon arrival at Gintani, the speaker notes the expansion of the facility. He immediately seeks an update on his 720 GTR. Alex, from Gintani, informs him that the car is on the lift for an oil change. The plan is to run it quickly, then take it apart for further work. The speaker expresses excitement about filming the car on the dyno. Alex shows off a new red Tamario, an impressive car that shifts at 10,000 RPM. The speaker recalls his first Lamborghini, a 610 Huracan, was also Rosso Mars. They discuss the high cost of options on new cars like the Huracan replacement, noting that extensive options don't work for their business model of buying, modifying, and selling cars. The conversation shifts to the ease of manufacturing and R&D due to advancements like 3D printing, which allows for quicker prototyping and production. Alex plans to drive his new car home after the dyno run, perform a 60-30 test, then have his team pull it apart to install a full exhaust system, which will be 3D printed in about four days. He intends to take it to Sacramento for track testing. The speaker expresses concern about the increasing speed of new cars, such as the ZR1X, and the potential danger for inexperienced drivers. He recounts an experience where he easily caught up to a friend in a GT3 touring, emphasizing how truly fast these modern cars are. He predicts many of these new, powerful cars will end up totaled or needing significant rebuilds. Turning back to his 720, the speaker observes its current state. The front bumper had been damaged by Carlos during loading and was repaired by DTM Auto Body. The carbon fiber front lip, unfortunately, had to be sprayed, losing its original exposed carbon look. The speaker downplays this, saying he'll drive the car extensively and most people won't notice. He addresses the long delays and lack of updates on the car, explaining that he avoids making many videos about it to prevent online harassment or stirring up conflicts between his audience and Alex. However, Alex has been providing weekly updates, which prompted the speaker's visit to LA to film an update. The video then transitions into a sponsorship segment for BetterHelp, where the speaker shares personal experiences with therapy, highlighting its role in helping him make significant life changes and overcome past challenges. He encourages viewers to try BetterHelp for their own personal growth. Returning to the car, Alex explains they are draining the oil and will put the front bumper back on. He hopes to dyno the car today and then do more pulls tomorrow before buttoning everything up. The speaker optimistically asks if the car could be ready by Wednesday for a shakedown drive back to his home in Canada, having not booked a return flight in anticipation of its completion. Alex mentions a minor oil seepage from a turbo oil feed line, which is being addressed. They discuss the finicky oil filling procedure for these cars, requiring slow, gradual addition after a warm-up to avoid overfilling, which can cause excessive smoke and issues. The last major issue with the car involved a broken ECU plug and harness, which has since been completely rewired and repinned, ensuring a secure connection. Alex confirms the motor, transmission, and other components are similar to a 765LT, making it an enjoyable car to work on. The speaker notes that the 750 feels 85% like a Senna, and the 750/765 are even faster. The speaker compliments Alex on his fitness transformation, revealing Alex has lost 30-35 pounds and aims for another 20. Alex attributes this to prioritizing family time and health. The oil drained from the car shows no metal, indicating a clean engine. The speaker hints at a "massive surprise" and announcement that will be revealed later in the video. As the car is lowered, the speaker points out the genuine Senna seats, tie harness bar, and harnesses he acquired from a 720 owner who parted out his car. These seats, costing $35,000 USD along with the bar, were obtained before the 765LT or 600LT seats were available. He notes the harness clips are missing a part, which he needs to find. The car's wrap, a "Lark tribute" with DD branding, was done two years ago by Jason at PFS to save time. The speaker loves the color scheme but suggests it might change due to the upcoming surprise. The process of adding oil to the 3.8L V8 engine is shown, with the speaker explaining the car's 1300 wheel horsepower capability on high-quality ethanol, which also aids in cooling. Attempts to start the car are met with a dead battery. It's revealed they replaced the lithium-ion battery with a regular one and an emulator due to the lithium batteries constantly failing. After some troubleshooting and a new charger, the car eventually starts, much to everyone's relief. The initial smoke is confirmed to be condensation, not oil. The next day, the front bumper is reinstalled. The speaker explains the complex process of installing the front end, which requires removing wheels and headlights. The battery issue from yesterday was a dead cell, and the water pump was found to be constantly drawing power, requiring rewiring. Further troubleshooting reveals an issue with the water pump circulation, possibly due to air in the system after a partial water drain. The team works to bleed the system. Franco, a mechanic, gets involved, and there's some playful banter about payment for their efforts. After bleeding the system and ensuring water circulation, the car is prepped for its first drive. The wing initially poses a problem, not retracting fully, leading to a brief discussion about unplugging or manually pushing it down. Finally, the car is driven out of the shop. The clutch engagement feels improved. The car is in "limp mode," meaning it has no power, but the exhaust sound is still impressive. Alex confirms they just need to clear errors and test a few things before the car is ready for the road tomorrow. On the dyno, the car made 850 wheel horsepower on 91 pump gas. With meth, it could easily make over 1000 hp, and with ethanol, it would return to 1300 hp. Alex also mentions the possibility of tuning it on VP-110 race fuel for 1300 hp without ethanol, or installing a flex-fuel system for about $7,000-$8,000. The speaker contemplates installing a MoTeC system but decides to drive and enjoy the car first. As the car is driven, he expresses excitement and anticipation for the next video, where he will take full delivery of the 720 GTR and make a "huge announcement." The video concludes with the car roaring, signaling its return.