Gaz Walker Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 Classic TG again I've not laughed so much in ages. Although I knew it was all staged the truck thing was just so hilarious. "I think I've damaged the lights at the front and rear" "It's worse than that, it's not there!" "Well where is it?!" Yawning Labrador driving the Lambo Those bits were brilliant Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnd-mkiv Posted November 3, 2008 Share Posted November 3, 2008 I like the bit with James mays piano, the leg falling off was a classic. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted November 9, 2008 Author Share Posted November 9, 2008 Gentle little , on tonight 8pm. I wonder if JC will comment about the 'murder prostitutes', will he either..... A: - Make a smart arse comment and tell them to shut up. B: - Apologise for his comments as the BBC are running scared. C: - Say nothing at all. I am rooting for A. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 I'm thinking option C but would like to hear option A Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_blackman Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Just set my phone alarm so i don't miss it later lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soop Dogg Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Don't care really - tonight is the new Dodge Challenger and the Corvette ZR1. (Oh - and the Cadillac CTS-V I think) I reckon they'll slag off the cars to high heaven, but I just want to see/hear them being thrashed! Especially the ZR-1. Did you hear it's now done a 7min 22sec lap of the 'ring at the hands of GT-1 Corvette Racing Team driver Jan Magnusson? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiceRocket Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Anyone who knows their Morse Code should listen carefully to the accompaniment to Stig's power lap (if there's one), apparently last week's translated to "Strictly Come Dancing is crap" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Still very much a light entertainment show but it's good viewing Nice work on the apology I thought. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndrewOW Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 I did like the Fiat 500 Abarth though. Town centre fun to be had there! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chilli Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 just watching it now - am I wrong for liking the Dodge? That amazing scenery reminds me of our recent road trip over there - makes we want to go back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
michael Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 I did like the Fiat 500 Abarth though. Town centre fun to be had there! Until something falls off or it fills up with water Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JamieP Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 That ZR1 looks fun, if jezza can drift it like that then anyone can, id love a black one of them:cool: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr_blackman Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 That ZR1 looks fun, if jezza can drift it like that then anyone can, id love a black one of them:cool: Totally agree, would look lush in Black Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jamesmark Posted November 9, 2008 Author Share Posted November 9, 2008 Loved Top Gear tonight, very factual. The Dodge by far was my favorite out of the three. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jazzy Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 The ZR1 was gorgeous, I'd love one of those for sure Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiceRocket Posted November 9, 2008 Share Posted November 9, 2008 Tempting though that Dodge's engine soundtrack is, it's the ZR1 for me too. Dodge's relocation by Clarkson Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SilverSoop Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 How funny was it when May lost control! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RiceRocket Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 How funny was it when May lost control! Oh yeah! "I over-corrected" "Traction control..... on!" Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Soop Dogg Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 I was just waiting for him to take out the side of the ZR-1. Stunned that they actually liked an American car......or 3!! Great episode - very factual! (Apart from the bit about 'chromed cowboy boots'!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnny g Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 That ZR1 was just awesome. Fantastically good-looking and an S/C V8. It's got it all. As Clarkson said, 6 speed, manual box - take note Ferrari! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steady_dave Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Was amazed at the 'Vette, and all that for £60,000......just brilliant. (I say just £60,000 but it's a hell of a lot for your money) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adnanshah247 Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 cars were good, very factual as people have said, but was getting bored........... in 12 seasons thats never happened to me! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
R Black Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 when one day i do replace the sup, i would love to be in the position to change to the vette. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gaz Walker Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Was brilliant. Loved the episode, especially as Stephen Fry was on 1 afterwards with yet more breathtaking scenery. I really liked the Cadillac CTS-V for some reason, now really like it after reading this: For 2009, the new Cadillac CTS-V is set to be released.[1] In order to be class competitive with the BMW M-Series, Audi S and RS-series, and Mercedes-Benz AMG lineup, the Cadillac must be able to produce more power than the previous generation's LS6 and LS2 V8s were able to generate. A supercharged 6.2 liter LSA V-8, based on the LS9 V-8 from the recently released Corvette ZR1, is the powerplant in the 2009 CTS-V. It produces 556 hp (415 kW) and 551 lb·ft (747 N·m) of torque.[1] [2] The LSA engine has a bore and stroke of 4.06 x 3.62 inches (103.25 x 92.0 mm).[1] There are two transmission choices, a six speed transmission with a short-throw shifter and dual clutch surface flywheel, or a paddle shift conventional (planetary gearing and torque converter-based) automatic six speed.[3] There will also be LED flash tracers to tell the driver when to shift. For the first time, Cadillac will offer 14-way adjustable performance Recaro seats which keeps the driver planted while cornering at high speeds. To improve the handling and comfort, the 2009 CTS-V uses Delphi Corporation’s MagneRide technology. The dampers, filled with magnetorheological fluid, are adjusted based on sensor readings that happen at 1ms intervals. The power-to-weight ratio of the CTS-V is similar to that of the Mercedes-Benz E63 AMG, which was labeled as the fastest sedan that Edmunds.com has ever tested.[4] The 2009 CTS-V has a base price of US$59,995, and is available for purchase as of November 1st 2008.[5] U The CTS-V achieved a lap time of 7:59.32 at the famed Nürburgring Nordschleife. It is believed to be the fastest and the first documented time for a production sedan on factory tires.[6] Official 0-60 mph time for the 2nd-generation CTS-V is 3.9 seconds, while the quarter mile is run at 12.0 seconds at 118 mph (190 km/h).[7] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Missile Posted November 10, 2008 Share Posted November 10, 2008 Liked how they were not allowed to borrow a cadillac so went out and bought one... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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