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C.R.E.A.M. #71 - Ben's Daily Issues, Doug Demuro Beef and The Best M5

C.R.E.A.M. #71 - Ben's Daily Issues, Doug Demuro Beef and The Best M5

C.R.E.A.M. (The TDC Podcast) Feb 26, 2026 73 min
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About this episode

The hosts dive into their recent car projects and challenges, including frustrating repairs on a Golf leaking water and issues with a Clio's gearbox and throttle cable. They discuss selling a Ferrari 355 at a rough auction and nearly buying an Audi A8 after a CarVertical check. The episode highlights the emotional rollercoaster of working on cars, with Ben’s mounting frustration providing humor and relatability. They also tease upcoming content like a Gallardo real drive conversion and reflect on the highs and lows of car ownership and maintenance.

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Car

Lamborghini Gallardo

"...n ordering parts for real drive conversion on the Gallardo. That's going to be big."

The Gallardo is a very fast and cool-looking car from Lamborghini. Some people change it to make it even better at driving on all kinds of roads.

Car

Land Range Rovers

"...I'm going to do a video on that. So yeah, no real Range Rovers Mac working. CL is working. You haven't talked a..."

The Range Rover is a fancy, big car that can drive on rough roads but also feels very comfortable and smooth inside. People like it because it looks good and can go almost anywhere.

Car

Acura CL

"...that. So yeah, no real Range Rovers Mac working. CL is working. You haven't talked about that yet. N..."

The Acura CL is a smaller, nice car that’s comfortable to drive and usually doesn’t have many problems. It’s good for everyday use.

Part

O2 sensor

"Also, it didn't have an O2 sensor plug in. So it was quite rich. So I spent this last weekend doing a load of little bits and pieces for that."

The O2 sensor is a small part that checks how much oxygen is in the car's exhaust. This helps the car use the right amount of fuel. Without it, the car might use too much gas.

Car

BMW E36

"...that was good. However, tomorrow you will see my E36, the silver one that we posted about pretty recen..."

The 3 Series is a small, nice car that’s fun to drive and feels a bit fancy inside. The E36 is an older model that many people like because it’s sporty and not too expensive.

Car

Ferrari 355

"...ng to say ruin because additionally, we sold our Ferrari 355. You're going to see that in a video coming soon,..."

The F355 is a fast and pretty car made by Ferrari in the 1990s. Many people love it because it’s fun to drive and looks great.

Car

Audi A8

"...ck, just like snuck away was this long wheelbase Audi A8. It would be like a 2009. Oh, seven that was."

The A8 is a big, fancy car that’s very comfortable and has lots of smart features. The long version gives more room for people sitting in the back.

Car

Honda S2000

"Oh, the S2000, which is now in storage. I just famously, I can't, I don't use anymore. No, that's waiting around for. So sorry. The oil issue is not with the S2000. No, the S2000 actually might have. I haven't seen it for a few weeks, but it is. It might. It's always been sad. Still go."

The Honda S2000 is a small sports car made by Honda. It is famous for being fun to drive because it can go very fast and handles corners well.

Car

Golf Gtd

"I was like, okay. Now I know GTD has gone on. Now much poo fell out."

The Golf is a small car that’s easy to drive and good for everyday use. The GTD is a version that uses diesel fuel and is a bit sportier.

Car

Volvo XC90

"Like what? I heard it was XC90, the new-ish one. Is the..."

The XC90 is a big, comfortable car that can carry many people and keeps them very safe. It looks nice and has a lot of useful features.

Car

Volvo V90

"Yeah, I've heard that somewhere. And V90 and that platform apparently is very unreliable. ..."

The V90 is a big car with lots of space inside, good for families. It’s very safe but some people say it can have problems with its electronics.

Concept

engine swap

""He might be doing an engine swap. I know.""

An engine swap means taking out the car's old engine and putting in a new or different one. People do this to make their car faster or better.

Car

Tesla By Model

"...olf mark falls. And then can you break them down by model? Like is it the 1.4?"

The Model Y is a car that runs only on electricity and doesn’t use gas. It’s roomy and has lots of smart features that help you drive safely.

Concept

concept car

"is because concept cars, they are lowered and spaced. When they have to go to production, they have to be lifted up and brought back in. That is how it works. The concept car is the coolest way of looking at that car."

A concept car is a special car made to show new ideas and designs. It helps car makers see if people like these ideas before making the car for sale.

Car

Lamborghini Kuntash

"..., that looks good. Look, Doug DeMiro does have a kuntash. And a 4GT."

The Countach is a very fast and fancy car that looks like a spaceship. It’s famous because it looks really cool and was one of the first cars to have special doors that open up.

Concept

The Grand Tour

"L. Also, the Grand Tour. Also, Lancia versus Audi is in the Grand Tour. Chopper. It is the Grand Tour. Let's carry on."

The Grand Tour is a TV show about cars where hosts drive and talk about different vehicles, often doing fun challenges and races.

Term

MOT date

"MOT date, I've put in here."

The MOT date is when a car has to pass a government test to make sure it's safe to drive and not polluting too much.

Brand

Alpina

""It's the new Alpina logo. You guys don't know nothing. There's a new Alpina logo. No way. It's more flat.""

Alpina is a company that takes BMW cars and makes them faster and fancier. They change parts and designs to make special versions of BMWs that are different from regular ones.

Part

crankshaft

""No, it's a crankshaft. Oh, a crankshaft. Okay.""

The crankshaft is a part inside the engine that helps turn the up-and-down movement of the engine's pistons into the spinning motion that makes the car move. Without it, the engine wouldn't work.

Term

unmolested

"So I went, I think mine's unmolested. Everyone, whoa. Everyone, whoa. Whoa, whoa, whoa, whoa. Why would you... Don't say that. He's absolutely molested that car, isn't he? That's terrible. I wouldn't molest my car. Well, no, mine's unmolested."

When someone says a car is 'unmolested', they mean it hasn't been changed or messed with and is still like it was when it was new. This is often good for people who want a car in its original form.

Brand

Mercedes-Benz

"Are you Mercedes? Do you want a new 4-cylinder?"

Mercedes-Benz is a company that makes fancy cars, including some with smaller 4-cylinder engines that are good for everyday driving.

Car

Toyota Supra

"...re. Also the Toyota, like early doors before the Supra. Well, right around that, it was about 2015."

The Supra is a fast and sporty car that lots of people like because it can go really fast and looks cool. The newer versions started coming out again around 2015.

Term

VAT

"Bear in mind, that's not the final fee. You have VAT, you have an assignment fee, you have their auction fee, plus 20% VAT on top of the auction fee as well."

VAT is a tax added to the price of things you buy, like a small extra cost you pay when you buy something.

Term

auction fee

"Bear in mind, that's not the final fee. You have VAT, you have an assignment fee, you have their auction fee, plus 20% VAT on top of the auction fee as well."

An auction fee is money you pay to the people running the auction for helping sell the item, like a service charge.

Term

assignment fee

"Bear in mind, that's not the final fee. You have VAT, you have an assignment fee, you have their auction fee, plus 20% VAT on top of the auction fee as well."

An assignment fee is a small charge you pay when you officially change the ownership of something, like a car plate, to your name.

Term

DVLA

""Surely some, there's got to be a DVLA crema who can get us on the inside.""

The DVLA is the government office in the UK that keeps track of cars and their license plates.

Car

Ford Focus RS Mark 1

""Focus RS Mark 1. It's still there. I still want it. If I don't end up buying one, I'm going to regret it.""

The Ford Focus RS Mark 1 is a special fast version of the Ford Focus car made in the early 2000s. It has all-wheel drive and a powerful engine that makes it fun to drive.

Car

Ford Escort Cosworth

""But the escort Cosworths and stuff still just wait too much money and always will be.""

The Ford Escort Cosworth is a special fast car from the 1990s made by Ford. It has a powerful turbo engine and four-wheel drive, making it popular for racing and fun driving.

Car

BMW F10

"...nd also, you never even knew Will when he had the F10. I found that he once when you had that."

The 5 Series is a bigger, nice car that’s comfortable and fun to drive. The F10 is one of the newer versions that many people like.

Term

four-wheel drive

""That's the generation after its four-wheel drive. The interior is way nicer.""

Four-wheel drive means the car sends power to all four wheels at the same time, helping it grip the road better when driving in rain, snow, or off-road.

Car

BMW M5

"...m, they might be thought of as possibly the best M5. I agree."

The M5 is a fast and fancy car that looks like a regular family car but can drive really fast and handle well. Many people think it’s one of the best cars like this.

Car

BMW 730D

"...een. And I had that at the same time alongside a 730D. So an older car, but it's a 7 series."

The 7 Series is a big, fancy car that’s very comfortable and has lots of technology inside. It’s often used by important people or drivers.

Term

valve stem seals

"They start needing rod bearings and valve stem seals and little things,"

Valve stem seals stop oil from leaking where the engine's valves move. If they get old, oil can leak and make the car smoke.

Term

rod bearings

"They start needing rod bearings and valve stem seals and little things,"

Rod bearings are small parts inside the engine that help the moving parts slide smoothly. If they wear out, the engine can get damaged, so sometimes they need to be fixed or replaced.

Car

TVR Tuscan

"And what was behind me, but a TVR Tuscan. And there aren't many cars, when we drive a car,"

The TVR Tuscan is a fast and cool sports car from Britain. It sounds very loud and special, and many people who love cars wish they could own one.

Car

Chevrolet Corvette

"... aren't many cars, when we drive a car, like the Corvette Z06, I know you love it, the C606. And I'd like ..."

The Corvette is a fast sports car from America that many people love because it’s powerful and looks cool. The Z06 is a special version that’s even faster and better for racing.

Car

Aston Martin Vanquish

"It sure is. It's after Martin Vanquish again. Oh, a second generation Vanquish."

The Vanquish is a fancy and fast car that looks very stylish and is good for long, comfortable drives. The newer version has better technology and power.

Car

Aston Martin V12 Vantage

"Let's do it. Vanquish or V12 Vantage? It's going to well."

The V12 Vantage is a fast and stylish car that’s also very fancy inside. It has a big engine that makes it go really fast.

Concept

Grand Tourer

""It's probably Grand Tourer, if you will.""

A Grand Tourer is a car made for driving fast and far while keeping you comfortable and relaxed. It has a strong engine and nice inside features.

Term

manual

""But you can't get manual. No manual.""

A manual transmission means you change gears yourself using a stick and a pedal, instead of the car doing it for you automatically.

Term

HUD

""No manual. True, HUD. And I want to.""

HUD means the car shows important info like your speed right on the windshield, so you don't have to look down.

Car

Aston Martin Vantage

""And what I will say is I think the Vantage will age better long term.""

The Aston Martin Vantage is a fancy sports car from Britain that looks good and drives well, and people think it will still look cool many years from now.

Car

Ferrari 550

"You know what people have said that about? The Ferrari 550 Marinello. And then they dropped to £25,000."

The 550 Maranello is a fast and fancy car made by Ferrari that looks beautiful and is fun to drive. It has a big engine in the front.

Car

Lamborghini Aventador

"Here's my question. Will a normal Aventador cut it? I do believe it might."

The Aventador is a very fast and flashy car that looks like a race car. It has a big engine and is one of the best cars Lamborghini makes.

Car

BMW M3

"... then I like... Maybe, as you know, you know, an M3 in there somewhere. Okay."

The M3 is a sportier and faster version of a regular BMW car. It’s fun to drive and also works well for daily use.

Car

Bugatti Veyron

"And then I got my 2S score. Veyron. I've got the Olympic size swimming pool."

The Veyron is a super, super fast and expensive car that is very fancy inside and out. It’s one of the fastest cars you can buy.

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