{"version":"1.0.0","episode":{"title":"Midlife Crisis!","url":"http://getcarcurious.com/episodes/midlife-crisis","audioUrl":"https://www.buzzsprout.com/2308382/episodes/18572054-midlife-crisis.mp3","description":"In Episode 48, Max and Matt discuss the best car for looking ten years younger. So what are the perfect wheels for that mid fifties midlife crisis? Also, we look at the 70s super sports car that blew the Brits out of the rusty water, the Datsun 240Z. Plus should you have a set of cars? Max tries to persuade Matt to complement his Stag with the Triumph 2000 saloon and estate - three Michelotti designs in one. Max thinks they're cool. Matt isn't so sure. Hit play and hear the debate!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025"},"annotations":[{"startTime":30.48,"endTime":36.5,"type":"car","title":"MG MGB","url":"/cars/mg/mgb","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/8/8f/1963_MG_MGB_Rally.jpg","quote":"... car, a Datsun from the 1970s that looked like an MGB but was  a whole lot better?","canonicalId":"car:mg:mgb","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The MG MGB is a classic British sports car that became popular in the 1960s and 1970s for its affordable price and engaging driving experience. It is often celebrated for its timeless design and has a strong enthusiast community. 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Produced in the 1980s and 1990s, it is celebrated for its comfort and distinctive styling, making it a notable example of Citroen's engineering prowess. Discussions often revolve around its quirky features and the challenges of maintaining such a unique vehicle.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Citroen XM is a special luxury car from France that stands out because of its unique design and comfortable ride. It was made in the 1980s and 1990s and is known for having some interesting features that make it different from other cars. People talk about it because it represents a unique approach to car design and comfort.","imageAttribution":"Guillaume Vachey from Chalon sur Saone, France (CC0)"}},{"startTime":1281.64,"endTime":1286.12,"type":"car","title":"Bmw 5","url":"/cars/bmw/5-series","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/a/a4/BMW_5_SERIES_LWB_SEDAN_%28BMW_G38%29_China.jpg","quote":"... spoken about before with that great orange 1970s BMW 5 series.  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People talk about it because it combines a nice interior with good performance.","imageAttribution":"Dinkun Chen (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1847.54,"endTime":1851.8,"type":"car","title":"Ferrari 308","url":"/cars/ferrari/308-gts","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/1/17/1980_Ferrari_308_GTS.jpg","quote":"...n to the beat of  brick pop. It's Thomas Magnum's Ferrari 308 GTS.  This car is so cool.","canonicalId":"car:ferrari:308-gts","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"imageAttribution":"Sherwin (CC BY-SA 4.0)"}},{"startTime":1847.54,"endTime":1851.8,"type":"car","title":"Dodge Magnum","url":"/cars/dodge/magnum","image":"https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/d/db/1978_Dodge_Magnum_XE_in_Red%2C_front_left2_%28Lime_Rock%29.jpg","quote":"This is the car that will make people believe we were born to the beat of  brick pop. It's Thomas Magnum's Ferrari 308 GTS.  This car is so cool.","canonicalId":"car:dodge:magnum","priority":0.5,"source":"hybrid-fuzzy+gpt-4o-mini","data":{"explanation":"The Dodge Magnum is a unique vehicle that blends the characteristics of a station wagon and a muscle car, known for its bold styling and powerful engine options. It gained a cult following for its practicality and performance, often discussed in the context of its distinctive design and driving experience. Its association with pop culture, such as the character Thomas Magnum, adds to its appeal.","simplifiedExplanation":"The Dodge Magnum is a car that looks like a mix between a sports car and a family wagon, making it both stylish and practical. It's known for being powerful and fun to drive, which is why many people find it cool. 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