Bonus Episode - SL vs Stag - Roadtest!
About this episode
A thrilling showdown between the Mercedes SL and Triumph Stag unfolds as Max and Matt conduct a detailed road test. They explore the contrasting qualities of these classic cars from the 70s, discussing everything from design aesthetics to performance metrics. With humorous banter, they compare features like roof mechanisms, interior comfort, and engine sounds, ultimately debating which car offers more fun. The episode highlights the unique charm of each vehicle while showcasing the differences in British and German automotive engineering.
Bonus Episode! Max and Matt go head to head with their own cars as Max's Mercedes SL takes on Matt's Triumph Stag. Two heavyweight cruisers with their best days well behind them (and that’s just the hosts). They’ll be testing the cars in Top Trumps, the Hood Up Challenge and the Dual Road Test. The SL and Stag will be put through their paces in a full magazine style 70s showdown.
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"Drive Stag, 118 miles an hour. Your top speed, Mercedes 300 SL, is... 121 to 126 miles an hour."
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