{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Cheapskate Classics","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/cheapskate-classics","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2308382/episodes/19054223-cheapskate-classics.mp3","description":"After Max tried to spike his car with cheap fuel, the chat this time turns to economy classics. Which car is the best buy to sip fuel and save cash? Also Matt tries to crush the 1980s icon that is the Scir-coco, the Score-oco, the Sir-coc, the Golf based coupe that was named after a burp. Or was it just wind? Plus your comments and news of an exciting new episode on the Corniche. The car, not the place. Hit play and give your ears 50 mins of classic car pleasure. Send us Fan MailFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025"},"annotations":[{"startTime":20.7,"endTime":25.4,"type":"concept","title":"economy classics that sit fuel","quote":"In this episode with petrol more expensive than champagne, is it time to look at economy classics that sit fuel?","canonicalId":"concept:economy-classics-that-sit-fuel","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.6,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Economy classics that sit fuel” is a concept about choosing classic cars that are cheaper to run or more fuel-efficient than typical classics. It frames the episode around the idea that rising fuel costs change what makes a classic car “worth it.”","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about classic cars that are easier on fuel bills. With fuel getting expensive, the “best” classic might be the one that costs less to drive."}},{"startTime":70.8,"endTime":88.1,"type":"car","title":"1987 Mercedes 300 SL","url":"/cars/mercedes-benz/300-sl-roadster-hardtop-w198","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/7/70/0511_Mercedes_300_SL_coup%C3%A9_2.jpg","quote":"So Matthew, I went to fill up my 1987 Mercedes 300 SL this week and I couldn't face, this is how awful it was, I couldn't face paying the super price of E5 fuel and stuck in some E10.","canonicalId":"car:mercedes-benz:300 sl","priority":0.85,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Mercedes-Benz 300 SL is a famous classic from the late 1950s, but this episode specifically mentions a 1987 example being fueled. The key point for listeners is that older cars can still be driven today, but fuel choice matters because modern fuel blends can behave differently than what the car was designed for.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about a classic Mercedes-Benz 300 SL and what fuel they used. The host is basically saying they didn’t want to pay a higher price for one fuel type, so they used a different blend instead.","imageAttribution":"Photography by Semnoz in November 2005 (CC BY-SA 3.0)"}},{"startTime":70.82,"endTime":77.16,"type":"car","title":"Mercedes-Benz Mercedes 300","url":"/cars/mercedes-benz/300-sel-6-3-w109","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/0/07/1969_Mercedes-Benz_300_SEL_6.3_by_Crayford.jpg","quote":"...e Kickers.  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That’s often because the fuel wasn’t high enough octane for what the engine needs, so it can knock."}},{"startTime":112.3,"endTime":116.9,"type":"term","title":"super un-ledded","url":"/glossary/super-un-ledded","quote":"...sell a kidney, rob a bank and went back to put in some super un-ledded just to keep her happy. So what happened?","canonicalId":"term:super-un-ledded","priority":0.7,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Super un-ledded” refers to higher-octane unleaded gasoline (often marketed as “super” fuel). Higher octane helps resist knock/detonation in engines that require it, which is why the speaker switched fuels after hearing knocking.","simplifiedExplanation":"They switched to a higher-quality gasoline (“super” unleaded). Higher-octane fuel can stop the engine from knocking when the engine needs a certain fuel quality."}},{"startTime":117.7,"endTime":120.6,"type":"term","title":"pinking","url":"/glossary/pinking","quote":"So what happened? I've got a bit of pinking going on, was there? It was actually knocking.","canonicalId":"term:pinking","priority":0.8,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Pinking” is engine knock caused by premature combustion, where the fuel-air mixture detonates too early. It’s often associated with using fuel with too low an octane rating for the engine’s compression and timing.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Pinking” is a rattly/tinging knock from the engine when the fuel ignites at the wrong time. It usually happens when the fuel isn’t high enough octane for that engine."}},{"startTime":119.4,"endTime":128.2,"type":"term","title":"knocking","url":"/glossary/knocking","quote":"It was actually knocking. I could hear you. Is that piston slap or something?","canonicalId":"term:knocking","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Knocking is an abnormal combustion noise, commonly linked to detonation/premature ignition rather than normal mechanical sounds. In older or higher-compression engines, it can be triggered by low-octane fuel or incorrect ignition timing.","simplifiedExplanation":"Knocking is the engine making a harsh pinging/rattling sound that usually means the combustion isn’t happening correctly. It’s a warning sign—often fixed by using the right fuel octane."}},{"startTime":120.6,"endTime":123.0,"type":"concept","title":"piston slap","url":"/glossary/piston-slap","quote":"I could hear you. Is that piston slap or something? I can't remember. That might be something more serious.","canonicalId":"concept:piston-slap","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Piston slap is a mechanical noise where the piston moves with clearance and strikes/“slaps” the cylinder wall, often more noticeable when cold. It’s different from combustion knock: piston slap is wear/clearance-related, while knocking is fuel/ignition-related.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Piston slap” is a mechanical rattle from inside the engine, often when it’s cold. It’s different from fuel-related knocking, which is more about the engine burning fuel at the wrong time."}},{"startTime":150.7,"endTime":152.8,"type":"term","title":"whining sound","quote":"The winging, the slight, it's like whining sound. 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Fill up with cheaper stuff and drive back... maybe other people are doing that or maybe they just think nobody's going to be this stupid and don't deliver any.","canonicalId":"concept:using-cheaper-fuel-to-save-money","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The segment is about “cheapskate” fuel strategy: buying cheaper fuel (or lower-octane blends like E10) and seeing if the car will tolerate it. It highlights the tradeoff between fuel cost and engine behavior (like pinking) that can indicate the fuel isn’t suitable.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re talking about trying to save money by using cheaper fuel. The risk is that the car may not like it, and you might hear knocking/pinking or other signs the fuel isn’t right."}},{"startTime":221.1,"endTime":225.5,"type":"term","title":"fuel consumption figure","url":"/glossary/fuel-consumption-figure","quote":"In your handbook, what is your factory consumption figure? 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In real life you usually won’t match it exactly, because your driving style and conditions are different."}},{"startTime":247.4,"endTime":257.0,"type":"concept","title":"real-world vs factory fuel economy","quote":"Yeah, I mean I looked at mine today and it does 18 around, in theory when it came out of the factory, it did 18 around town and 25 on the highway, but I'd be surprised if I got that.","canonicalId":"concept:real-world-vs-factory-fuel-economy","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The hosts contrast the manufacturer’s claimed “around town” and “highway” fuel economy with what they actually see. This highlights how test-cycle assumptions don’t fully match everyday conditions, especially for older cars and when driven enthusiastically.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re pointing out that the official fuel economy numbers don’t always match what you get day to day. Real traffic, weather, and driving style can make the car use more fuel than the brochure says."}},{"startTime":260.8,"endTime":265.5,"type":"term","title":"V8","url":"/glossary/v8","quote":"Well you are playing an instrument, aren't you, with your V8, so that right pedal is effectively creating music, so it's difficult to, you don't really want a hyper mile as","canonicalId":"term:v8","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.95,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A V8 is an engine with eight cylinders arranged in a “V” shape. V8s are often associated with strong power and sound, but they typically consume more fuel than smaller engines, especially when driven hard.","simplifiedExplanation":"A V8 is a type of engine with eight cylinders. It usually makes a lot of power and sounds great, but it can use more gas than smaller engines."}},{"startTime":265.5,"endTime":270.58,"type":"term","title":"hyper mile","url":"/glossary/hypermile","quote":"...so it's difficult to, you don't really want a hyper mile as","canonicalId":"term:hyper-mile","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Hyper mile” refers to hypermiling—driving techniques aimed at maximizing fuel economy. It often means gentle acceleration, steady speeds, and minimizing unnecessary braking, which can conflict with enjoying a powerful engine.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Hyper mile” is about trying to get the best gas mileage possible by driving very efficiently. It usually means driving smoothly and not flooring it all the time."}},{"startTime":271.9,"endTime":276.2,"type":"concept","title":"daily car","url":"/glossary/daily-car","quote":"No, and also I think, unlike my daily, when you fill your daily car up, it's kind of like, oh how much, you know, it's boring, because you're doing boring journeys, aren't you, by and large, with your classic car, you're doing fun stuff","canonicalId":"concept:daily-car","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"A “daily car” is the vehicle you use for everyday commuting and errands. The hosts contrast it with a classic car, where fuel costs feel more tolerable because the driving experience is the point.","simplifiedExplanation":"A “daily car” is the car you drive most days for normal errands. 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I don't want to drive less, because then what's the point of having it?","canonicalId":"concept:fuel-economy-tradeoff-vs-enjoyment","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The segment frames classic-car ownership as a tradeoff: you accept higher fuel costs because the driving experience provides “visceral feel and feedback.” They also discuss the temptation to drive less, but argue that defeats the purpose of owning the car."}},{"startTime":316.9,"endTime":323.2,"type":"concept","title":"storage","url":"/glossary/storage","quote":"I don't want to drive less, because then what's the point of having it? It spends enough time in storage as it is, so I think we've just got to get out.","canonicalId":"concept:storage","priority":0.35,"confidence":0.75,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Storage” here refers to keeping the classic car parked when it’s not being driven. 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The hosts treat it as a short-term ownership problem that forces tradeoffs like driving less versus enjoying the car."}},{"startTime":334.9,"endTime":338.9,"type":"topic","title":"head to the classifieds","url":"/glossary/head-to-the-classifieds","quote":"On the tire kickers, our solution to every problem is to head to the classifieds and see what classic car we could buy to solve the problem","canonicalId":"topic:head-to-the-classifieds","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The hosts describe their “solution” as browsing classifieds to find a different classic car. It’s a topic about using the market (rather than mechanical fixes) to cope with ownership constraints like fuel costs.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re saying their go-to move is to look at listings/classified ads for another classic car. Instead of solving the problem directly, they try to find a different car that fits the situation better."}},{"startTime":334.9,"endTime":338.9,"type":"topic","title":"tire kickers","url":"/glossary/tire-kickers","quote":"while the fuel prices are going like crazy, can we think laterally on this? On the tire kickers, our solution to every problem is to head to the classifieds","canonicalId":"topic:tire-kickers","priority":0.4,"confidence":0.8,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Tire kickers” is a phrase for people who browse cars/listings and inspect them, often without immediate intent to buy. In this episode, it’s used as a playful framing for how they approach problems: look for a car solution via classifieds."}},{"startTime":376.7,"endTime":381.1,"type":"term","title":"fill it up","quote":"...without a huge road build that will happen when we go to fill it up? 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They’re saying you might save a bit on fuel, but the car itself can still cost a lot."}},{"startTime":396.4,"endTime":440.0,"type":"car","title":"1989 Citroen 2CV","url":"/cars/citroen/2cv","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/16/Citroen_2CV_6_aa.jpg","quote":"...this is a 1989 Citroen 2CV, now you and I both like 2CVs in a weird way, I don't really know why I like them because they are incredibly slow...","canonicalId":"car:citroen:2cv","priority":0.95,"confidence":0.98,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Citroën 2CV is a famously quirky French “people’s car” designed for basic mobility with a focus on economy and comfort over speed. In this segment, the hosts highlight how it feels surprisingly lively despite being very slow, thanks to its relaxed driving character and unusual dynamics.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Citroën 2CV is a classic, old-school French car that’s not built to be fast. Even though it’s slow, it can still feel fun because it’s light, simple, and has a very odd, floaty way of driving.","imageAttribution":"Krzysztof Golik (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":440.0,"endTime":449.5,"type":"term","title":"tin snail","url":"/glossary/tin-snail","quote":"Yeah I mean they are called the tin snail for good reason aren't they and you shut the door and it's like boing and the engine's like a hairdryer...","canonicalId":"term:tin-snail","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"“Tin snail” is a nickname for the Citroën 2CV, referencing its slow pace and lightweight, utilitarian feel. It’s a playful way to describe the car’s character—small, basic, and not remotely sporty by modern standards.","simplifiedExplanation":"“Tin snail” is just a nickname people use for the 2CV. It means it’s slow and a bit quirky, like a little tin box that moves at snail speed."}},{"startTime":454.6,"endTime":459.2,"type":"concept","title":"unique suspension","url":"/glossary/unique-suspension","quote":"...there is a theory that you can't actually roll a 2CV because you can go so hard into the corner because of their unique suspension that they literally just go up on the side don't they...","canonicalId":"concept:unique-suspension","priority":0.6,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The 2CV’s suspension is known for its unusual geometry and travel, which can make the car feel stable in a way that surprises drivers. 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It helps the frame last longer, but other parts of the car can still rust if water gets trapped."}},{"startTime":694.8,"endTime":716.3,"type":"concept","title":"oil crisis","url":"/glossary/oil-crisis","quote":"Let's go back to the previous oil crisis, now what was that 1973, so what did people swap to then?","canonicalId":"concept:oil-crisis","priority":0.75,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The oil crisis refers to periods of fuel supply disruption and/or price spikes that pushed consumers toward smaller, more efficient cars. The hosts connect this to why certain Japanese compact models gained popularity when fuel became expensive.","simplifiedExplanation":"An oil crisis is when fuel gets scarce or expensive. When that happens, people usually switch to smaller, thriftier cars to save money."}},{"startTime":710.72,"endTime":716.32,"type":"car","title":"Toyota Corolla","url":"/cars/toyota/corolla","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c6/1969_Toyota_Corolla_1200.jpg","quote":"...em, now I'm thinking the Datsun 120Y,  the Toyota Corolla and remember these, the first generation Honda Ci...","canonicalId":"car:toyota:corolla","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Toyota Corolla is a long-running compact car known for being practical and widely sold across many markets. In a classic-car conversation, early generations like the one mentioned (the Datsun 120Y and Corolla are grouped together) often come up because they represent the rise of reliable, affordable everyday cars. It’s discussed because these early Corollas helped set the template for what a “normal” family car could be.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Toyota Corolla is a small, everyday car made by Toyota. It’s famous for being dependable and easy to live with. People bring up early versions because they were an important step in making affordable cars that were still reliable.","imageAttribution":"TTTNIS (CC0)"}},{"startTime":716.3,"endTime":725.5,"type":"concept","title":"front-wheel drive","url":"/glossary/front-wheel-drive","quote":"they are 1.2 to 1.5 4-cylinder front wheel drive, 1972 to 79 these were made","canonicalId":"concept:front-wheel-drive","priority":0.55,"confidence":0.9,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"Front-wheel drive (FWD) means the engine’s power is sent to the front wheels, which helps packaging and can improve efficiency in small cars. 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It’s often used in cars designed to be efficient and affordable to run."}},{"startTime":738.0,"endTime":753.4,"type":"concept","title":"lightweight (about 700 kilograms)","url":"/glossary/lightweight-about-700-kilograms","quote":"they only weighed about 700 kilograms and they look quite cute, they were tiny","canonicalId":"concept:lightweight-about-700-kilograms","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.7,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The hosts highlight that these early Civics were extremely light (around 700 kg), which improves drivability and efficiency. Lower mass also helps the car feel nimble even with modest engine output.","simplifiedExplanation":"They’re pointing out how light these cars were. 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The host is comparing it to the Volkswagen Shiroko to explain why the Shiroko felt like the more exciting option.","imageAttribution":"Calreyn88 (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":2096.8,"endTime":2102.2,"type":"car","title":"Volkswagen Karmann Ghia","url":"/cars/volkswagen/karmann-ghia","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/c/c2/1958_Volkswagen_Type_14_Karmann_Ghia_%2832316666454%29.jpg","quote":"[2090.9s]  shiroko came out in 1974 it came out before\n[2096.8s]  the gulf not many people remember that because that actually was a replacement to the vw karmann\n[2102.2s]  gear do you remember that one but look at them","canonicalId":"car:volkswagen:karmann ghia","priority":0.45,"confidence":0.85,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-5.4-nano","data":{"explanation":"The Volkswagen Karmann Ghia is a classic VW-based coupe known for its stylish, coachbuilt look. 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