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Ranking the best movie cars! Part 1

Ranking the best movie cars! Part 1

Car Torque with Matty J Dec 06, 2025 102 min
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About this episode

A lively discussion ranks iconic movie cars, starting with the Starsky and Hutch Gran Torino and moving through various vehicles like the Chevy Impala from 'Drive' and the Mitsubishi Eclipse from 'Too Fast, Too Furious.' The hosts debate the cultural significance and aesthetic appeal of each car, while also sharing personal anecdotes and insights into their own automotive experiences. The episode features a mix of humor and nostalgia, making it a fun exploration of cinematic vehicles that have left their mark on car enthusiasts.

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hubcaps

"...i had to take the the smoothie hubcaps off because one of my tires were really flat..."

Hubcaps are the round covers that go over the wheels of a car. They can make the wheels look nicer and help keep them clean.

Part

bumper

"...i want to um i've got a good bumper spray to do your bumpers..."

A bumper is the part of a car at the front and back that helps protect it in case of a crash. It helps absorb some of the impact to keep the car safe.

Part

spoiler

"...and then we gotta put the spoiler on and well chef's case that car's gonna get a little birthday..."

A spoiler is a part that you can add to the back of a car. It helps the car stay stable when driving fast by reducing lift, which can make it easier to control.

Car

Mercedes-Benz 124

"...i did that on my one two four which bump which the bumpers were munted right..."

The Mercedes-Benz 124 is a model of car that was made between 1984 and 1997. It's known for being very reliable and well-built, making it a favorite among car lovers.

Company

Restore GX

"...there's a mother and daughter team in the trade they're called restore gx and they specialize in headlights and windscreens..."

Restore GX is a company that comes to you to fix and clean car headlights and windshields. They make it easier for people to keep their cars looking good without having to go to a shop.

Car

Honda Odyssey

"...that model Odyssey had the blue inset yes the blue lights in the center so they look really good..."

The Honda Odyssey is a minivan that many families use because it has a lot of space and is good for carrying kids and their stuff. It's known to be a dependable vehicle.

Car

Honda Accord

"...when i extracted the 88 accord out of my neighbor's garage they kindly offered me some space for some other cars..."

The Honda Accord is a well-known car that many people trust for daily driving. The 1988 version is one of the earlier models, recognized for being reliable and good on gas.

Term

carbie

"...he said oh I took the carbie off the scam but I'm having a play around with it..."

A "carbie" is short for carburetor, a part that helps mix fuel and air in older cars to make the engine run. Most new cars use a different system called fuel injection instead.

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carbys

"because the k-hand carbys are different to the early carbys that have diaphragm where it's here there's got a plunger sort of in them and the only specs he could find were for the earlier diaphragm style ones..."

Carbys are parts in engines that help mix fuel and air so the engine can run properly. They are important for how well the engine performs.

Car

Honda Gold Wing

"oh how did bed bring a goldwing engine in a scam that'd be cool..."

The Honda Gold Wing is a type of motorcycle designed for long trips. It's known for being very comfortable and has a special engine that runs smoothly.

Term

flat-six engine

"oh yeah they're a flat flat four flat 16 flat six..."

A flat-six engine is a kind of engine where six cylinders are laid out flat instead of standing up. This makes the vehicle more stable and easier to handle.

Term

float level

"so anyway i've had the specs for the the float level was 21 mil should be 21 mil for the..."

Float level is how high the fuel sits inside a part of the carburetor. It's important for making sure the engine gets the right amount of fuel to run well.

Car

Mercedes-Benz W108

"should be really good it's about me i think rub my w108 got towed away the other day sold gone"

The W108 is a model of a luxury car made by Mercedes-Benz in the late 1960s and early 1970s. It's known for being stylish and comfortable.

Car

Ford Mustang

"is it the Mustang is it the the transit's going to go that that that's given"

The Mustang is a famous sports car made by Ford. It's known for being powerful and stylish, and it's been popular for many years.

Car

BMW E30

"... to go that that that's given or you know the the e30 BMW um it doesn't owe me anything doesn't cost me..."

The BMW 3 Series is a small luxury car that people love for its fun driving experience and comfortable interior. It's been around for a long time and is popular for both everyday use and sporty driving.

Term

k's

"...my transit's only got 12 000 k's it's because it's not even in the road..."

'K's' means kilometers, which is how we measure distance. When talking about cars, it tells you how far they've been driven.

Car

BMW X6

"...how many k's your x-6 turbo got 40 oh my god really 40..."

The BMW X6 is a fancy SUV that looks sporty and has a lot of power. It's designed for people who want luxury and performance in one vehicle.

Car

Holden Commodore

"...it's the australian car mate komador that's that's that's a bogant tax bogant tax yeah that that"

The Holden Commodore is a big car made in Australia. It's well-liked for its performance and has been around for a long time.

Concept

new car smell

"...the new car smell mixed in with uh mold..."

New car smell is the fresh scent you notice when you get into a brand new car. It's caused by the materials used in the car and is often considered a nice feature by car buyers.

Car

Subaru Forester

"...so it's been around the family run around... thomas's forester..."

The Subaru Forester is a type of car that's great for families. It's an SUV, which means it has more space and can handle rougher roads well.

Part

compressor

"...the compressor's about to cease because it's it's just that worn out for the uh for the aircon..."

The compressor helps cool the air inside your car. It's an important part of the air conditioning system that makes sure you stay comfortable on hot days.

Part

master cylinder

"...super is quite common to do slaves and master cylinders so he's like you know price of a price of a master cylinder so I price all up through work gonna get that..."

The master cylinder helps your car stop by pushing brake fluid to the brakes when you press the pedal. It's an important part of the braking system.

Part

cabin filter

"...took a leaf out of ed bunting's book and put a new cabin filter in it and guess what we now have a bloody working fan..."

The cabin filter keeps the air inside your car clean by filtering out dust and dirt. If it's clogged, you might notice less air coming from the vents.

Term

flat tire

"...the car wasn't pulling to the left you just had a flat tire and that's that sounds about right..."

A flat tire means that the tire doesn't have enough air in it. This can make it hard to drive straight and can be dangerous.

Term

air conditioning

"...going back in fight it to get the air con done and then should be happy days for adelaide..."

Air conditioning is what keeps the inside of your car cool when it's hot outside. It works by pulling heat out of the car and blowing in cooler air.

Car

Toyota Camry

"...hat that's all good i was going to time to get my camry pdr that that read that regard but i called um da..."

The Toyota Camry is a popular family car that is known for being dependable and easy to drive. Many people choose it because it has a lot of space and good gas mileage.

Car

Toyota MR2

"...so I'll be taking the MR2 down and I might get you to drop the camera for me if that's if that's cool..."

The Toyota MR2 is a small sports car that has its engine in the middle, which helps it handle well on the road. It's fun to drive and has been loved by car fans since it was first made.

Term

window stickers

"...made them all here so so they're ready to go..."

Window stickers are labels on new cars that show details like the price, features, and fuel economy. They help buyers understand what they're getting when they purchase a car.

Car

Toyota Camry Hybrid

"...s right sure easily enough to like a fully loaded camry hybrid would be would be at least 60 pretty good deal th..."

The Toyota Camry Hybrid is a family car that uses both gas and electricity to drive, helping it save fuel. It's a good option for people who want a reliable car that’s also better for the environment.

Car

Hyundai Sonatas

"...0 yeah so so uh so uh alantras no no no so now um sonatas um yeah so like they're you know that segment of ..."

The Hyundai Sonata is a comfortable car that is good for families and everyday driving. It has a nice design and comes with a lot of features for the price.

Car

Hyundai Venue

"...d to most i'm actually looking forward to the new venue i've never been to cruden farm so um if you know ..."

The Hyundai Venue is a small SUV that is easy to drive and park in the city. It has a lot of useful features and is a good choice for people looking for a practical car.

Car

Ford Grand

"...ople would say it's a ford but not realize it's a ford grand terino so you'd have to keep explaining that it's..."

The Ford Grand C-Max is a family-friendly car that has lots of space for passengers and their stuff. It's designed to be easy to use and comfortable for everyday driving.

Car

Mercedes-Benz Bclass

"no up there good good choice good choice rob yeah depending depending on how many cars you want to put in that category in in the b-class or wherever you want individually oh you said they cannot you know you put as many as you want how many going all right so be i'll go be okay yeah"

The Mercedes-Benz B-Class is a small family car that has a lot of space inside and feels very nice to drive. It's a good choice for people who want a comfortable car with some luxury features.

Car

Chevrolet Impala

"...the first car he drives in the movie it's a chevy impala but it's a front wheel drive chevy impala it's a later one but um still it's still it's still ls ballad or variation..."

The Chevrolet Impala is a large car made by Chevrolet. It's known for being spacious and has been used as a police car in many places.

Car

Toyota Prius

"...the time but that's been corrected um because the Prius was actually more popular well i think if they us..."

The Toyota Prius is a car that uses both gas and electricity to drive, which helps it save a lot of fuel. It's well-known for being very good for the environment and is a popular choice for people who want to reduce their carbon footprint.

Car

Hyundai Satellite

"...enough until after it goes through to be right so satellite dish on it it's going to be a tv van um it's goin..."

The Hyundai Satellite is an older model car that was made a long time ago. It's not very common today, but it represents how Hyundai cars have changed over the years.

Car

Mitsubishi Eclipses

"...n the movie again like you know because the order eclipses yeah like from the first one yeah we're just brin..."

The Mitsubishi Eclipse is a sporty car that many people liked in the 90s. It's known for being fun to drive and can be customized easily.

Car

Subaru WRX

"...ounds and stuff like that but i mean they used to wrx what the hell like the competitor brad no competi..."

The Subaru WRX is a sporty car that can handle tough roads and weather thanks to its special all-wheel drive system. It's loved by many for its speed and fun driving experience.

Car

Honda Prelude

"...character brine up in the in the the turbo charge prelude to two fasty furious was in a was in one of those..."

The Honda Prelude is a two-door car that was popular for being fun to drive and having a cool design. It was made for many years and is remembered fondly by car fans.

Car

Bristol 406S

"it's i think the coupes were definitely pen and freeran okay yeah um where the four doors pen and freeran david you know this if the uh the 406's uh i think they were ready yeah yeah so because i remember the i remember the the coupes had him on the side yeah yeah uh but yeah i'm quite fond of"

The Bristol 406 is a rare and fancy car from the 1960s that was made in England. It's special because it's handmade and has a unique look that many car lovers appreciate.

Car

Aston Martin DB5

"you can't really not talk about nesta martin db5 can you yeah okay well... it was first featured in 64 in gold finger"

The Aston Martin DB5 is a famous car that appeared in James Bond movies. It's known for being stylish and having cool features, like gadgets.

Car

BMW Z3

"... really personifies like like you're thinking the z3 as oh yeah that's that's james bond you think of ..."

The BMW Z3 is a small convertible car that is fun to drive and looks great. It's known for being stylish and was featured in a James Bond movie, making it quite famous.

Car

Citroen 2CV

"... it should be it should be where does the citroen 2cv feature on the list oh let's have a look let's se..."

The Citroen 2CV is a small, old car from France that is famous for being simple and easy to drive. Many people love it for its quirky design and history.

Car

Aston Martin DB9

"...assy car 40 correct yeah so like like a dbs or or db9 you know it's just like especially in in casino r..."
Car

Aston Martin DBS

"...ld be a classy car 40 correct yeah so like like a dbs or or db9 you know it's just like especially in i..."

The Aston Martin DBS is a very fancy and powerful car that looks really stylish. It's often seen as a dream car for many people because of its connection to the James Bond movies.

Car

Honda S600

"... meant to be a coupe um but it's it's like honder s600 coupes versus roadsters you know the road to me i..."

The Honda S600 is a tiny sports car from the 1960s that is fun to drive and has a cool design. It's remembered by car fans for being one of Honda's early sporty models.

Car

Ford Etransit

"anyone said to me and i'd buy robert transit that actually worked one without a diff yeah one without an e-transit yeah e-transit correct all right ranking time uh david prince i think i know where you're gonna be yep a plus a plus scottie yeah same same yeah i'll"

The Ford E-Transit is a big van that runs on electricity instead of gas, making it better for the environment. It's used by businesses for deliveries and is part of the move towards cleaner transportation.

Car

Chevrolet Sparks

"... or anything to do with that the cars you'd speak sparks non-stop like they just haven't flat on the groun..."

The Chevrolet Spark is a small and affordable car that's great for driving around the city. It's easy to park and helps save money on gas.

Car

Mazda Cx3

"...ut the m zoom it really does remind me of a mazda cx3 maybe that's what they're doing the m zoom so lik..."

The Mazda CX-3 is a small SUV that is fun to drive and has a nice look. It's a good option for people who want a little more space than a regular car.

Car

Chevrolet Corvette

"...hew Matthew since you said 81 yes since 1980 is a corvette it is yeah because i know they weren't they went ..."

The Chevrolet Corvette is a fast and stylish sports car that many people admire. It's famous for being a great American car that offers a lot of power and fun for the price.

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