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C.R.E.A.M. #86 - We React To The Ferrari Luce, Morgan Owner's Hats And Top 50 Cars

C.R.E.A.M. #86 - We React To The Ferrari Luce, Morgan Owner's Hats And Top 50 Cars

C.R.E.A.M. (The TDC Podcast) Jun 11, 2026 72 min
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About this episode

A tire-buying mistake turns into a practical compliance-and-repair detour, with the hosts explaining why wrong sizes can be brutal on a mechanically coupled four-wheel-drive setup. The conversation then bounces between track filming frustrations, VIN checks, and the chaos of UK number plates and V5 paperwork. From there it swings into car-news reactions—Ferrari Luce’s quad motors, Chimera K39 rumors, and EV marketing claims—before ending with Top Gear’s “top 50 cars of the 2010s” debate and a listener W124 rust hunt.

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Term

tyre load ball

"And I checked my receipt for the tyre load ball and have fitted already. And I bought the wrong size."

It refers to the tire’s capacity—how much weight it’s meant to handle safely. If you don’t match the right tire specs, the car can behave badly and wear things out faster.

Term

mechanical four-wheel drive system

"And these cars are very sensitive to sizes because it's like a mechanical four-wheel drive system. And if you have something that's too slow or too fast, you can start chewing stuff up."

This is a car setup where power is sent to all four wheels using mechanical parts. If the tires aren’t the same size as the car expects, the drivetrain can fight itself and wear out faster.

Place

Dunsfold

"When we were at Dunsfold, I kept, I was out on a lap in the Tuscan and I just finished a big old slide."

Dunsfold is a track/testing venue in the UK. It’s where people go to drive cars more safely and do laps to see how they handle.

Term

slide

"I kept, I was out on a lap in the Tuscan and I just finished a big old slide. I looked around and I just saw it sitting in the corner."

A “slide” means the car isn’t gripping the road as intended, so it starts slipping sideways. On a performance car, that can happen when you brake, turn, or accelerate too aggressively.

Car

TVR Tuscan

"...re at Dunsfold, I kept, I was out on a lap in the Tuscan and I just finished a big old slide. I looked aro..."

The TVR Tuscan is a sports car made by TVR. In the podcast, it’s mentioned because someone drove it and had a dramatic slide on track. It’s brought up as an example of a car that’s fun but can be tricky.

Car

Cadillac Lyric

"...e. I mean, that's enough to give him a Jamiroquai lyric and he says, Peter Andre, punishable by death. Co..."

The Cadillac Lyriq is an electric SUV made by Cadillac. It runs on electricity and is meant to be a comfortable, modern luxury vehicle. The podcast mentions it briefly in a non-technical way.

Car

Lamborghini LP640

"And I think it comes from this. When you look at this from [303.9s] mind, this looks like an old car. Whereas the Gallardo actually has quite a fresh design. [310.1s] When you look at the rear of an LP640, it looks as modern as a Gallardo. That makes sense. [314.9s] That's my only thing I can think he's thinking. It's just so vast and wide and the wings are up [319.7s] and it's yellow and it's got massive, wide rear tires, you can see and the exhaust."

The Lamborghini LP640 is a special, performance-focused Lamborghini from the Gallardo family. In this part, they’re talking about how it looks—especially the rear end, the wide tires, and the exhaust—compared to what you might expect from an older-looking car.

Car

Lamborghini Gallardo

"And I think it comes from this. When you look at this from [303.9s] mind, this looks like an old car. Whereas the Gallardo actually has quite a fresh design. [310.1s] When you look at the rear of an LP640, it looks as modern as a Gallardo. That makes sense."

The Lamborghini Gallardo is one of Lamborghini’s most famous supercars. Here, they’re basically saying the Gallardo’s design still looks modern, even when compared to something that might look older at first glance.

Car

Audi RS6

"Okay. Just on this, this one. Come on. Let's just... Also great. He's not here to defend himself. Exactly. The perfect time to abuse someone. [350.4s] I want to change mine to a ruin. Oh, sorry. What the hell? What's happened in the last [357.2s] two minutes? Because I'm going to bring in... Not so much about my personal cars. I'm going to [362.1s] bring in some work stuff to this. Okay. The RS6, man. Yeah. It's just a... I hate it."

The Audi RS6 is a powerful, performance-focused Audi wagon/sedan (depending on generation) that’s meant to be quick and fun. Here, they’re talking about it mainly because making a video with the car was harder than expected.

Part

inlet manifold

"and film you taking off an inlet manifold on a V10 RS6, I will just put the camera down."

The inlet manifold is a part that helps get air into the engine. Taking it off usually means the car needs more serious repairs, not just a quick fix.

Term

SSD

"Do you know what? I'm just going to stay rule with my SSD. So, you know, we'll just keep that a little bit positive. You've got a white one,"

An SSD is a type of computer storage that’s fast and doesn’t have moving parts. They’re using it to save and back up their video files.

Car

copperhead SRT

"but they did announce in there, I think called a copperhead SRT. Now, a copperhead."

They’re talking about a Dodge performance car called “Copperhead SRT.” “SRT” is Dodge’s performance brand, and the host thinks the name could come back as a new version tied to the Charger.

Car

Dodge Viper

"...a model car of one. It was the basis, yes, of the Viper. And then there was also, or this is going to ups..."

The Dodge Viper is a very performance-focused sports car made by Dodge. It’s known for being loud, fast, and built for enthusiasts. The podcast mentions it because it’s being talked about as a specific kind of car that came from an earlier idea.

Car

Dodge Charger

"... nerds are going to remember it, the base for the charger. Basically, when Dodge went back to that big kind..."

The Dodge Charger is a performance car from Dodge, usually built to be fast and look aggressive. People talk about it a lot because it’s a long-running model and has had different versions over the years. In the podcast, it’s referenced as an important starting point for the Charger name.

Concept

muscle car

"And it'll be, it'll be kind of a muscle car, but a bit more than that. So it's meant to be like a low slung two door thing, which that's meant to be a little bit mad."

A “muscle car” is an American-style car that’s built to feel powerful, usually with a big engine and a bold look. The host is saying the Copperhead would be in that spirit, but with a more extreme shape.

Term

V10

"Cause I want to know, obviously I don't think it's going to be quite as crazy as a truck V10 or whatever, but still, because I imagine it at least be a V8."

A V10 is an engine with 10 cylinders. It’s typically associated with big, powerful performance cars, and they’re using it to say “it won’t be that crazy, but it’ll still be strong.”

Term

V8

"but still, because I imagine it at least be a V8... And then they'll have eight liter engines making the 190 horsepower again."

A V8 is an engine with eight cylinders. In this segment they’re talking about what size engine a big American performance car might have—basically, “it’ll be a V8 at least.”

Car

Chevrolet Corvette

"...n it came out, you can't really compare that to a Corvette. I think, I think the Viper's a step above it. Wh..."

The Chevrolet Corvette is a sports car made by Chevrolet. It’s known for being quick and for having a reputation among car fans. The podcast brings it up to explain that some other cars aren’t really the same kind of vehicle.

Concept

Halo car

"Cause if it's meant to be the Halo, like a big boy, or maybe it is meant to be... Right now, the Halo car is a charger Daytona."

A “halo car” is the brand’s headline car—the one meant to make people excited about the whole lineup. It’s often the most special or attention-grabbing model.

Car

charger Daytona

"We don't have a Halo right now. Right now, the Halo car is a charger Daytona."

The Dodge Charger Daytona is a special, performance-oriented version of the Charger. They’re saying it’s the “halo” car right now—basically the model meant to represent the brand’s top excitement.

Concept

emissions

"And with all the like changing in restrictions for emissions and what like, are they just going to go mad with it?"

In automotive discussions, “emissions” refers to the regulated pollutants a vehicle produces (like nitrogen oxides and hydrocarbons) that must meet legal limits. The hosts describe a cycle where emission rules push manufacturers to change strategies, then power levels and engine sizes creep back as regulations evolve.

Term

VIN number

"There was no reg. This car didn't have a reg on it. It just had a VIN number from the plate in the engine bay. So I took that, ran a car vertical check..."

A VIN number is like a car’s fingerprint. It’s a unique code that can be used to look up the car’s past records, like accidents or mileage history.

Term

reg

"There was no reg. This car didn't have a reg on it. It just had a VIN number from the plate in the engine bay."

“Reg” means the car’s registration information (its official number). If the car doesn’t have a reg yet, you often have to use the VIN instead to look up its history.

Term

car vertical check

"So I took that, ran a car vertical check and it actually came up with one, the damage that this car had back in 2007... So having the car vertical check gave me a load of information..."

A vehicle history check is a report that uses the car’s VIN to gather records from different databases. It can reveal problems like accident history or mileage inconsistencies.

Term

mileage discrepancy

"it actually came up with one, the damage that this car had back in 2007 about a mileage discrepancy back in 2000. I can't remember when, but it went up to 98,000 miles."

A mileage discrepancy means the car’s mileage records don’t line up. That can be a sign the odometer may have been changed or the paperwork/history is inconsistent.

Term

Collecting Cars

"And then it also had previous photos. This car was on Collecting Cars, however many years, five years ago, and it had photos from there."

Collecting Cars is a website where people list cars for sale with details and photos. Here, the host used old photos from that site to help figure out the car’s background.

Term

plate

"I don't like that plate. What's the plate? FBO2JY. I don't like it either... My Clio, which was WK55TMX, I like that."

A “plate” is the license plate number on the car. They’re just debating which plate styles look right on different cars.

Car

Honda S2000

"it or the government went, Hey, get rid of that. It's disgusting. I made a decision last week about plates. I own S 200 BNN, which was from S 2000. And I took it off because I didn't want anyone else to have it. That's my guy."

The Honda S2000 is a small two-seat sports car made by Honda. It’s known for feeling sporty and responsive when you drive it. In the podcast, it’s mentioned because someone owns one and changed the plates.

Car

BMW X5

"...stration certificate, right? When Will saw me his X5, so you had a plate on it, right? And basically, ..."

The BMW X5 is a luxury SUV, meaning it’s a bigger family-style car with a higher driving position. It’s made by BMW and is designed to be comfortable for everyday use. The podcast mentions it because someone saw one and talked about it in the moment.

Car

Land Rover Range Rover

"...at the moment. From like selling the Clio and the Range Rover, that's taking the plate off the Range Rover and ..."

The Range Rover is a luxury SUV made by Land Rover. It’s designed to be comfortable and capable, including on rough roads. In the podcast, it’s mentioned because someone is talking about owning and changing plates on their Range Rover.

Car

The Chimera K39

"The Chimera K39. So that is a thing that looks like a 037."

The Chimera K39 is a special, custom-style sports car. The host says it looks like it’s inspired by the Ferrari 037, meaning it’s going for a race-car look.

Term

Koenigsegg V8

"They revealed a new one that has a Koenigsegg V8. What? Yes, it has a Koenigsegg V8 with a thousand horsepower."

A “Koenigsegg V8” means a V8 engine linked to Koenigsegg. The host is saying this new car uses that kind of high-performance engine.

Term

thousand horsepower

"Yes, it has a Koenigsegg V8 with a thousand horsepower."

“Thousand horsepower” means the engine is claimed to make a huge amount of power. It’s the kind of number you usually only see in very high-end performance cars.

Term

rear wheel drive

"And it's a rear wheel drive. It's a rear wheel drive."

Rear-wheel drive means the back wheels get the power. That usually changes how the car feels when you accelerate and how it handles in slippery conditions.

Term

manual

"I don't know if it's a manual. I'm going to assume it is."

A manual is a car where you change gears yourself using a clutch pedal and a stick. The host is guessing whether this car has one.

Term

massive wing

"It was a super wide one with a massive wing. Maybe that's what this is going for."

A “massive wing” is a big spoiler that helps press the car down onto the road. That can make it feel more stable when going fast.

Term

modular

"He's got a 4.64 modular, Stuck's and Ford's rods have gone. Koenigsegg in this one."

“Modular” here refers to a design approach where major engine components are built in standardized modules. That can make it easier to configure or build different variants while keeping manufacturing and service more consistent.

Car

Chevrolet Camaro

"...nigsegg in this one. It's a collaboration between Camaro and Koenigsegg. 1,000 horsepower, 1,200 newton me..."

The Chevrolet Camaro is a sports coupe made by Chevrolet. It’s built for performance, usually with strong engine options. The podcast mentions it because it’s being talked about in connection with an extreme, high-horsepower concept/spec.

Term

twin turbo V8

"1,000 horsepower, 1,200 newton meters, twin turbo V8."

A V8 is an engine with eight cylinders. “Twin turbo” means it has two turbochargers that cram extra air in, which usually makes the engine much stronger.

Term

newton meters

"1,000 horsepower, 1,200 newton meters, twin turbo V8."

Newton meters measure how much “twisting force” the engine makes. More torque usually means the car can pull harder, especially when you’re not revving extremely high.

Car

BMW M4

"No, no, bloody. On the M4 motorway. There's rumours of that."

The BMW M4 is a sporty BMW coupe made for performance. In the podcast, it’s mentioned mainly because of the name sounding like a road (“M4 motorway”).

Car

D9 Denzer

"...it is. Times like this make you really wish for a denzer. And then beneath it, the asterisk says..."

“D9” is mentioned like a specific entry in a list, but the podcast snippet doesn’t say what car it refers to. Without the make/model, it’s not possible to explain what the vehicle is. If you can share a bit more context, I can identify it and describe it.

Term

WLTP

"And then after the Newcastle, London to Newcastle thing, [2212.1s] it says provisional WLTP. [2215.0s] So they're just guessing."

WLTP is a standardized test that car makers use to estimate things like range and efficiency. “Provisional WLTP” means the estimate is tentative and could change once the final testing is done.

Term

heat seats

"It's kind of meant to look a bit like a Mercedes. [2221.8s] And it says it's got heat seats in the back. [2224.2s] And you can fold the seats flat so you can sleep in it, they say."

“Heat seats” means the seats have built-in heaters. They warm you up faster in cold weather, usually with a button or app setting.

Brand

BYD

"Well, BYD, there's loads of BYD. [2248.4s] Oh, BYDs. [2248.8s] You've got a lot of jacos."

BYD is a Chinese car brand that makes lots of electric cars. People mention it a lot lately because you can see more of them on the road.

Car

3 Three Wheeler

"...o drive the car, would I? Or you have to go for a three wheeler. So it's, it's out there enough that everyone's l..."

A “3 wheeler” is a vehicle that has three wheels instead of four. It’s often like a motorcycle or a trike-style vehicle. The podcast mentions it as an option someone might have to choose.

Company

GTO engineering

"We have GTO engineering, not far down the road, which are, they do lots of, I guess you'd call it a rest-o mod."

GTO engineering is described as being nearby and doing work the hosts characterize as a “rest-o mod,” especially involving big V12 Ferraris. The context suggests they’re involved in modifying or updating classic cars rather than building new ones from scratch. That makes them relevant to listeners who care about how classic Ferraris are kept usable and modern.

Concept

rest-o mod

"which are, they do lots of, I guess you'd call it a rest-o mod. They do like the big V12 Ferraris,"

A “rest-o mod” is a classic car that gets brought back (restored) and then improved with newer tech. The goal is usually to make it easier to drive and more dependable, while still keeping the classic character. In this segment, it’s used to describe upgrades to older Ferrari V12s.

Car

Ferrari A250 Ferrari

"you'll often see a 250 Ferrari, not GTO, but a 250 Ferrari of some sort. Driving down the road, you're like, no."

“GTO” is a Ferrari label that usually points to one of the most famous classic Ferraris in the 250 family. The host is saying they’re seeing a 250 Ferrari, but it’s not the specific “GTO” version. Enthusiasts care because the GTO is the standout, most special one.

Term

green light

"And I came through the green light on my side and waiting on the other side, just two cars in."

A green light means you’re allowed to go at the intersection. It’s the signal that tells drivers when they can move forward.

Car

Ferrari 50

"...other side, just two cars in. It was just a black Ferrari 50. Crazy."

The Ferrari 550 Maranello is a Ferrari sports car known for being fast and having a classic look. The podcast mentions it because the speaker saw one (described as black) and it made an impression. It’s included as a notable Ferrari model.

Car

Ferrari F50

"There are four black F50s. That's rare. Now there are, I think the Brunei cars added on top."

The Ferrari F50 is a rare, high-performance Ferrari supercar. It’s famous for being a special, limited-production car, and the hosts here are pointing out that some colors are extremely hard to find.

Concept

in the wild

"But just, I don't actually remember ever seeing an F50 in the wild. Yeah. I've seen an Enzo in the world once and maybe an F40."

“In the wild” just means you see the car out in normal life, not at a car meet or event. The point is that it feels more surprising when something rare shows up unexpectedly.

Car

Ferrari F40

"I've seen an Enzo in the world once and maybe an F40."

The Ferrari F40 is one of Ferrari’s most famous supercars. It’s known for being loud and hardcore, and the host is saying they’ve only seen one rarely in real life.

Car

Ferrari Enzo

"I've seen an Enzo in the world once and maybe an F40."

The Ferrari Enzo is a super-rare, very high-end Ferrari. The host is basically saying they’ve only seen one in real life, which highlights how uncommon these cars are.

Car

Ferrari Luce

"Hot. The Ferrari Luce Lucy has been revealed. Now, it's just a front sh..."

The Ferrari Luce is a new Ferrari model that the podcast says has been revealed. The discussion seems to focus on what it looks like from the front. It’s mentioned because it’s a fresh addition to Ferrari’s lineup news.

Term

Quad motors

"Yes, almost 1,000 horsepower. Quad motors. So it'll be quick, but it's looking."

“Quad motors” means the car has four electric motors working together. That usually helps the car accelerate strongly and can help it grip the road better because the power can be managed more precisely.

Term

paddles

"And this is the thing that's going to have that old school steering wheel with the paddles and the old school dials and whatever else."

Paddles are the little shift controls behind the steering wheel. You can use them to change gears or driving behavior without removing your hands from the wheel.

Person

Johnny Ive

"The only thing we looked at before. Designed by Johnny Ive. So this is, it's like an SUV type thing, full-seater."

They’re saying the car’s design is by Jony Ive, a famous designer best known for Apple. That usually means the inside of the car is designed to feel very clean, intuitive, and thoughtfully laid out.

Concept

super saloon

"Oh, no. I guess it's kind of like, it's not an SUV, it's not crossover. I think it's meant to be more like a super saloon type of thing,"

A “super saloon” is basically a fancy, fast luxury car—like a high-end sedan. They’re saying this Ferrari is meant to feel more like that than like an SUV.

Term

shooting rocks

"So that's shooting rocks out the back of your car, surely. And it's bringing a scratch at your paintwork."

It means the car is throwing small stones or debris up from the road. That debris can hit other cars and leave chips or scratches, especially on paint or glass.

Car

AMG GT four-door

"...we need to talk about it very briefly, that Muck came out with that AMG GT four-door thing. Oh, yeah. What's happening, man? We have praised Mercedes recently..."

This is a Mercedes-AMG car that uses the “GT” name but comes with four doors. People argue about how it looks and whether it matches the classic AMG GT vibe.

Car

Hyundai Genesis thing, that wagon

"At least you're not Merck at this point. [3100.2s] It's tough. But just Merck had something relatively good going. ... [3120.2s] you know, that Hyundai Genesis thing, that wagon,"

They’re talking about a Genesis (Hyundai’s luxury brand) car that looks like a wagon—meaning it has a longer back for more cargo space than a normal sedan.

Concept

resurgence

"And it feels like recently, they just had that like, [3225.4s] this resurgence where everyone goes, [3227.0s] no, that's the Lamborghini that saved Lamborghini."

In this context, “resurgence” means people started wanting these cars again after not caring as much for a while. When that happens, the used-car prices usually jump because more buyers want them.

Term

Mugen kit

"It has a Honda B and you can put a Mugen kit on it. [3340.8s] So you can make it look exactly like my car. [3342.1s] So I was happy."

A “Mugen kit” means add-on parts from Mugen, a well-known Japanese tuning brand. The host is saying you can install those parts to make the car look like their own.

Term

rear wing

"you still can't move the rear wing on a Delta. That's basic car person stuff. All you need to do is get someone, ...on a Delta, you're going to want the rear wing to be able to move, just be able to have that at different notches."

A rear wing is the spoiler on the back of a car. Its job is to push the car down onto the road so it sticks better, and in this case they’re talking about it being adjustable.

Term

CSL body parts

"Like even E46M3 having CSL body parts. Stuff that people do to cars should be in there. Like Need for Speed 2015, that's now a 11 year old game."

CSL body parts refer to components associated with the BMW M3 CSL, a lighter, more track-focused version of the E46 M3. Enthusiasts often swap in CSL-style exterior pieces to replicate that specific lightweight/track look and spec.

Topic

Need for Speed 2015

"Like Need for Speed 2015, that's now a 11 year old game. And it kind of blows it out the water in terms of getting car culture."

Need for Speed 2015 is a racing video game. They’re using it as an example of how games try to capture real car culture—sometimes by adding new cars, sometimes by reusing older ones.

Car

E46M3

"But the E46M3 is in there. Like one of the best, it still has the wrong wheels."

This is a BMW M3 from the E46 generation. Here, they’re saying the car has the wrong wheels, which changes how it looks and can also affect fitment.

Term

convex

"As a wheel boy, every wheel that used to be correct and not many of them were correct are now convex."

“Convex” means the wheel face curves outward like a slight bulge. If a wheel looks convex when it shouldn’t, it can mean the wrong wheel design was fitted.

Term

spokes that move in

"and not many of them were correct are now convex. They have weird like spokes that move in."

That phrase means the wheel’s spokes angle inward toward the middle. It’s basically a visual clue that the wheel design isn’t the one you’d expect.

Term

T37

"They do have a decent T37 now though. They've got, they used to be just a flat T37."

“T37” is a nickname for a well-known aftermarket wheel design (from the Rays TE37 line). They’re saying the car has a decent version of that wheel, but it’s not the exact correct one.

Car

Gordon T50

"...een... Yes, we talked a few weeks ago about a GMA T50 that you'd find on the Page Worst spec."

The Gordon Murray Automotive T.50 is a high-performance supercar made by Gordon Murray Automotive. The podcast mentions it while talking about a specific “spec” (configuration) of the car. It’s included because it’s a notable new supercar model.

Term

Vented All

"We've got a Vented All has to be in there. A Vented All isn't it? A Vented All, I believe, I just saw it. It is number 23."

“Vented All” sounds like it might be a misheard car name. The hosts are talking about a specific car that should be on their list, but the exact model isn’t clear from this transcript.

Car

Porsche 918 Spyder

"It is number 23. P1 and 918 and LaFerrari, got to be near the top. P1 is numb..."

The Porsche 918 Spyder is a very expensive, high-performance supercar. It uses a hybrid setup, meaning it can use electricity along with an engine. The podcast mentions it because it’s being ranked among other top supercars.

Car

LaFerrari

"LaFerrari, number four. Oh, I don't like that."

The LaFerrari is Ferrari’s flagship supercar from the 2010s. It’s special because it’s a hybrid and it was built in very limited numbers.

Car

Volkswagen Golf Mark 7

"The Golf Mark 7. The Fiesta Mark 6."

This is the Volkswagen Golf in its seventh generation. It’s a popular everyday hatchback, but it’s also important because it’s a well-known platform that many performance versions are based on.

Car

Ford Fiesta Mark 6

"The Golf Mark 7. The Fiesta Mark 6. So Frith..."

This is the Ford Fiesta in its sixth generation. It’s a small, popular city car, and here they’re calling out that specific generation as noteworthy.

Car

Toyota GT86

"The Fiesta Mark 7 ST is in there at number 13. GT86 at number 14. So let's get the top 10 then."

The Toyota GT86 is a small sports car that’s built to feel fun and balanced to drive. It’s known for being light and rear-wheel drive.

Car

Porsche 911 GT3 RS 4L

"Yeah, it's 997. 911 GT3 RS 4L at number 9."

This is a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, which is the more hardcore, track-oriented version of the 911. The “4L” means it has a 4.0-liter engine, which is a big part of why it feels so strong and revvy.

Car

i8 (I12)

"Okay. Number 8 and I8. Now, now, now, hold on."

The BMW i8 is a sports car that uses electricity along with an engine. The podcast mentions it as part of a numbered list. It’s included because it’s a well-known BMW electric hybrid sports car.

Term

carbon

"Remember, carbon... I did a load of research in this for this series we have coming up."

“Carbon” usually means carbon fiber, which is a strong but lightweight material. Car makers use it to help cars feel more responsive and to save weight.

Car

I8

"On an I8, they are incredibly special. Full carbon tub."

The BMW i8 is a hybrid sports car from BMW. It’s known for being relatively light for a hybrid, and it has a lot of carbon-fiber materials to help it feel more like a real sports car.

Term

hybrids or electric cars

"It's not that special. I guess from like an impressive point of view, their point of view is saying that most hybrids or electric cars are incredibly heavy,"

They’re talking about hybrid and electric cars and how heavy they can be. Extra weight can make a car feel less nimble, even if the powertrain is advanced.

Term

doors that go up

"It's got doors that go up. It does look..."

The host is talking about doors that open upward instead of swinging outward. It’s a flashy supercar design that also changes how you get in and out of the car.

Car

McLaren 675LT

"That cost 12 years old. But better than a 675LT. I'm not sure about that."

The McLaren 675LT is a high-performance supercar made by McLaren. It’s meant to be more track-focused than some other versions. The podcast brings it up while comparing it to something else.

Concept

tank in value

"I'm not sure about that. It is a bit odd, and they did tank in value. I don't know."

“Tank in value” means the car got a lot cheaper over time. That usually happens when fewer people want to buy it, so the resale price falls.

Car

Alpine A110

"...he 4C, there'll be another 25,000 somewhere else. A110 and number seven. I actually think that's kind of..."

The Alpine A110 is a small sports car made by Alpine. It’s known for being light and fun to drive. The podcast brings it up as part of a numbered list.

Car

Land Rover Defender

"I think it's got to be the Land Rover Defender in there. Defender's in there. It's not number three."

The Land Rover Defender is a classic off-road SUV. People like it because it’s built to handle rough terrain and it has a long history.

Car

Golf GTI

"It just says it's a Golf GTI. So basically, it's a Golf GTI, everyone. I don't think GTI is important as it used to be."

A Volkswagen Golf GTI is a small hatchback that’s tuned to be quick and fun, not just a normal commuter car. It’s famous because it’s a good balance of speed, handling, and daily practicality.

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heart hatches

"It's the last bastion of heart hatches. It's the default for a reason. But nowadays, there's a load of other options,"

A “hot hatch” is a regular small hatchback, but tuned to be quicker and more fun to drive. It’s meant to be sporty while still being easy to live with day to day.

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GTD

"Above a LaFerrari. Got to be GTD. I guess they can't go full supercars in the top 10,"

GTD is a racing/track category shorthand used for cars built to compete in endurance-style events, typically aligned with GT3/GT4 class thinking but with its own rule set. In this segment, it’s used as a “should be number two” type of label rather than a specific car model.

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Lexus LFA

"Number two, Alexis LFA. Oh, yeah. Which, for some reason, LFA is in 2010. I think at 2010 that came out."

The Lexus LFA is a rare, high-performance supercar known for its loud, high-revving V10 engine. The hosts are arguing about when it came out and where it should rank.

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The Hennessy Venom GT

"Okay. [4056.8s] The Hennessy Venom GT. [4058.1s] Venom, as I've mentioned, was number 23."

The Hennessey Venom GT is a supercar built to go extremely fast. People talk about it because it’s designed for top speed and acceleration, not just looks.

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A 488 Speciale

"[4088.3s] Now streaming only on Prime. [4092.8s] A 488 Speciale. [4095.0s] No."

The Ferrari 488 Speciale is a more hardcore, driver-focused Ferrari based on the 488. It’s meant to feel more agile and exciting, especially on spirited drives or track days.

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Ferrari 458

"So not a Speciale. No, I meant the 458, but what I got confused between is those two."

The Ferrari 458 is a famous Ferrari supercar with a V8 engine in the middle of the car. Here, they’re trying to remember whether they meant the 458 or a different Ferrari model.

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Toyota Supra

"What is the Sup, GR Supra? Oh yeah, okay. I guess it will be. Whatever."

The Toyota GR Supra is a sports car from Toyota known for its strong engine and sporty driving feel. They’re referencing it as one of the cars in their top list.

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Volvo XC90

"The XC90, number 49. Interesting. I guess I know that they're very popular and I see them everywhere and the police use them,"

The Volvo XC90 is a large family SUV. They’re surprised it ranks so high, and they mention it’s common enough that police use it too.

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Ford Gt

"...that was, the XC90 was piped to 48th place by the Ford GT. Okay, gosh."

The Ford GT is a very fast, high-end supercar made by Ford. It’s the kind of car built for performance rather than everyday comfort. The podcast brings it up because it’s being compared in a list of rankings.

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Lamborghini Urus

"Yeah. And then the Urus is after that. So, again, from a point of view of..."

The Lamborghini Urus is a luxury SUV made by Lamborghini. It’s designed to be very fast for an SUV, not just comfortable. The podcast mentions it as part of a sequence of cars.

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Jaguar Ipace

"Should. We got an I-Pace at 41. So, you got I-30N at 39."

The Jaguar I-PACE is an electric SUV made by Jaguar. It’s designed for normal daily driving but runs on electricity instead of gasoline. The podcast mentions it as part of a numbered list.

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I30N

"We got an I-Pace at 41. So, you got I-30N at 39. FF's in there."

In the podcast, “i30” is likely referring to the Hyundai i30 N, which is a sporty version of the i30. It’s mentioned as part of a numbered list. The “N” usually indicates a performance-focused trim.

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BMW M2

"Last of the leaderboard. The M2 at 35, F-Type at 36, SLS at 37. Do you know what?"

The BMW M2 is a smaller BMW sports coupe designed for performance. The podcast mentions it as part of a ranking list with other cars. It’s included because it’s a recognizable sporty BMW model.

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Jaguar F-Type

"Do you know what? I'm going to say it. F-Type should be way further up there. F-Type is the Jaguar being reborn for that era."

The Jaguar F-Type is Jaguar’s newer sports car. The hosts are saying it mattered because it helped Jaguar feel like a real performance brand again, not just a luxury one.

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Jaguar S-Type

"Before F-Type, Jags were S-Types, X-Types, rebodied Mondeo's type beat."

The Jaguar S-Type is an older Jaguar model, more focused on luxury than sports-car excitement. The host mentions it to explain what Jaguar was like before the F-Type came along.

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Jaguar X-Type

"Before F-Type, Jags were S-Types, X-Types, rebodied Mondeo's type beat."

The Jaguar X-Type is an older Jaguar model from the 2000s. The host lists it as an example of what Jaguar was like before the F-Type made the brand feel more like a sports-car maker.

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Jaguar Xjs

"...d of cool. And then that brought up the status of XJs and things as well. So, I think F-Type is way mor..."

The Jaguar XJ-S is an older Jaguar sports/grand touring car. It was known for being a stylish, performance-oriented model. The podcast mentions it because it helped shape how people viewed Jaguar’s XJ line.

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BMW i3

"We've got C7 Corvette at 26. We've got an I-3 at 27. Quite L-405 at 28."

The BMW i3 is an electric car made by BMW. It’s designed mainly for city driving and everyday trips. The podcast includes it as part of a list of cars.

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Ferrari 812 Superfast

"Quite L-405 at 28. 8-12 Superfast. Phantom."

The Ferrari 812 Superfast is a very powerful Ferrari sports car. It’s designed for fast highway driving as well as spirited driving. The podcast mentions it as part of a list of cars.

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Rolls-Royce Phantom

"8-12 Superfast. Phantom. Aventador at 23."

The Rolls-Royce Phantom is a top-of-the-line luxury car. It’s built to be extremely comfortable and refined. The podcast mentions it as part of a list of expensive or important cars.

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Lamborghini Aventador

"Phantom. Aventador at 23. Ben, what do you think the least important..."

The Lamborghini Aventador is a supercar made by Lamborghini. It’s known for being very powerful and having a standout design. The podcast mentions it as part of a ranking list.

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Kia Picanto

"[4256.8s] Ben, what do you think the least important car of the 2010s is? [4260.6s] That, for me, is going to be the Kia Picanto. [4265.1s] Sure, why not?"

The Kia Picanto is a tiny car made for city driving. It’s easy to park and usually cheaper to run than bigger cars, and here it’s being joked about as the least “important” car from the 2010s.

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Ford Model T

"No era. Number one, Model T. 1M at 19."

The Ford Model T is a very old Ford car that was important in the early days of cars. It helped make cars more common for regular people. The podcast mentions it as a top historical reference point.

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W124

"Edwin, you put in here a very honest Facebook seller. [4328.3s] I am in the market for a Mercedes. [4331.4s] Not for me, but for my girlfriend. [4332.6s] She has decided, for some reason, [4334.5s] that she really likes W124s."

W124 is the internal code Mercedes-Benz used for a specific generation of the E-Class. People like it because it’s a classic Mercedes and there’s lots of information and parts available.

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bubbling

"Bubbling. There's a little bit underneath. It's just surface corrosion, really."

Bubbling is when the paint or coating starts to swell. That often happens when rust or water gets underneath, so it’s a warning sign rather than just a cosmetic issue.

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surface corrosion

"There's a little bit underneath. It's just surface corrosion, really. Nothing that shouldn't."

Surface corrosion is rust that’s mainly on the outside of the metal. It usually means the car has been exposed to moisture, but it may not be as dangerous as rust that goes deeper into the body or frame.

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rust

"Instead, he just deleted it all and went, rust. Rust. You know what? It's actually, it's quite a good sales tactic."

Rust is when metal starts to break down from moisture and air. On a used car, rust matters because it can spread and eventually damage important parts, not just the paint.

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broad knock

"What's wrong with that car? Broad knock. Rust, innit? Rust."

A broad knock is a knocking sound from the car that usually points to something mechanical being worn or loose. It’s not something to ignore—get it inspected because it can get worse quickly.

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Byd Shark 6

"That looks like a Rivian. That's the BYD shark. That's, that is just an F-150."

The BYD Shark 6 is a BYD vehicle that the podcast describes as looking like a truck (similar to an F-150 in shape). It’s being mentioned because it stands out visually and people are comparing it to familiar vehicle types. The podcast snippet doesn’t go into technical details.

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F-150

"[4487.7s] That's the BYD shark. [4489.4s] That's, that is just an F-150. [4491.2s] That's crazy. [4515.8s] That's an F-150. [4516.9s] Crazy."

The Ford F-150 is a very popular big pickup truck. The hosts are saying the car they’re looking at seems to copy the F-150’s look, and they’re debating whether that would fly in the U.S.

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C clamp design headlights

"[4492.0s] So for audio listeners, I think the modern Ford design that has kind of the sharp [4496.6s] the C clamp design headlights. [4500.6s] And that's what they've BYD have gone."

“C-clamp” headlights means the headlight shape looks like a C. The hosts are using it as a way to describe the front design and how similar another car looks.

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