Best In Class
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Updated about 9 hours agoThree unqualified car-obsessed enthusiasts share their thoughts on when cars hit their peak moment of desirability. All opinions belong to the hosts and in no way are shared with anyone anywhere. Find us on Instagram @bestinclasspodcast
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#60 The captive import Mistubishi Eclipse
The Mitsubishi Eclipse/Eagle Talon/Plymouth Laser was a triumvirate of mid-level sports cars that was aimed at filling a fuel-efficient hole in Chrysler's model range. It lasted 4 generations, and has now morphed into an SUV. But were any of them any good, and either way which one was the best one? That's this week on Best in Class with Adam and Steve.
#59 The land yacht Lincoln Town Car
The Lincoln Town Car became synonymous with chauffeured trips from the airport and prom nights everywhere. Not bad for the mid-range Lincoln, but is it actually any good? And which model over it's 30-year run was the best. As always, that's what Steve and Adam are here to argue over on this week's Best in Class.
#58 Adam’s old Chevy Astro Van
The Chevy Astro Van was the only rear-wheel drive mini van, the first US-built van with all wheel drive, and the only van that could tow a boat. It also was Adam's car for a period in the early 2000s. Today's episode is all about Steve making fun of Adam's van, so it's a good one.
#57 The fast and furious Toyota Supra
The Toyota Supra debuted in 1978, but hit it big in the late 90's as the star of video games and the Fast and Furious franchise. Does it deserve it's cred? Were the earlier versions any good? And is the new one a Toyota or a BMW? Steve and Adam are going to argue all of this out this week on Best in Class.
#56 The Motoring Club’s Range Rover Classic
The Land Rover Range Rover started in 1969, and has been a luxury stalwart ever since. But back where it all started, we have what we now call The Classic. And The Motoring Club's Michael Rapetti owns one, so he's joining us today to discuss our back rent for the podcast studio, these old Land Rovers, and a world record event he has coming up soon!
#55 The Brad Pitt approved Karmann Ghia
The VW Karmann Ghia was a German businessman in Italian drag. It brought high style to the lowly VW Bug. But did it make it better? Was it a sports car? Was it desirable? And do you want one now? And why is Adam is angry? Let's find out this week on Best in Class.
#54 The freedom fighter Jeep Wrangler
Is the Jeep Wrangler America's 911? Is it for heroes or villains? And are you a Barbie Jeep owner or a Patton? All these questions and more as Adam and Steve dive into America's 80-year old offroading king, the Jeep Wrangler.
#53 The Jon Voight-approved Chrysler LeBaron
The Chrysler Lebaron is a famous car for all the wrong reasons. Was it every any good? Did it ever drive well? How rich was the Corinthian Leather? Today on Best in Class, Adam and Steve delve into the famous K-car and see which one was best.
#52 The Shah-inspired Mercedes Gwagen
The Mercedes Geländewagen started life as a military troop transport, and has ended up as a Rodeo Drive Kardashian transport. How did we get here? Are they any good? And how many wheels is too many? All this and more this week on Best in Class as we explore the iconic Gwagen.
#51 The hooligan’s Misubishi Evo
The Mistubishi Evo has a reputation for being driven by vape-smoking, Red Bull-chugging, mall kiosk-managing hooligans. As such, Steve and Adam have never owned one. But we know someone who has! Even better, she was a world-class co-driver and X-games participant. Jen is going to teach us about the rally Evo and put Steve in his place in this week's episode of Best in Class.
#50 A Special Anniversary Episode
We've (somehow) made it to 50 episodes, so here's something special for your ear holes.
#49 Steve’s la dolce vita Fiat 500
Which Fiat 500 is the best of all time? Clearly not Steve's, but since he owns one, he's required to argue for it on this week's podcast. So listen up while Adam makes Steve question every decision he's ever made on this week's Best In Class.
#48 Your grandpa’s Lexus LS
The Lexus LS changed the entire automotive industry, created a brand, and took up a permanent parking spot at every golf course in the world. But which LS is the best version, which comes with handbags, and do you have to be in the Yakuza to drive one? All this and more and today's Best In Class.
#47 The many-editioned Lamborghini Gallardo
The Lamborghini Gallardo came in more flavors than gelato, but is it any good? And which Gallardo is best? And are you a rapper or an actor if you have one? Today's Best In Class dives into the baby Lambo and figures out the hard questions.
#46 The suburban hero Honda Accord
The Honda Accord has been a hatchback, a 2-door coupe, a 4-door sedan, and a wagon. It has sold all over the world, and won quite a few races. But which Accord is the best of all time, and can we get Steve to trade in his Fiat 500 for a Honda? All this and more on today's Best In Class.
#45 The all-American Chevy Camaro
Is the Chevrolet Camaro an also-ran to Ford's Mustang, or is it a performance car in its own right? Is it safe to buy one on from a bad neighborhood? And do they come with free tank tops? All these questions and more as Adam and Steve dive into Chevy's pony car.
#44 The America in car form Chevy Suburban
Are you team barn door or team tail gate? Do you want two doors, three, or four? And exactly how much towing do you plan on doing? These are the questions you'll have to decide for yourself if you are looking into Suburban ownership. Luckily Steve and Adam have most of the answers for you already.
#43 The idiotically simple Citroen 2CV
The Citroen 2CV was built for rural peasants, became a cultural export, and even pissed off the Nazis. But which model is the best? And what does Steve's French accent sound like? All this and more on today's Best In Class.
#42 The wildly civilized Jeep Grand Cherokee (with special guest Jacob)
The Jeep Grand Cherokee was the first 4X4 SUV with an airbag. Is that why it has lasted 5 generations and reliably sold 200k examples almost every year? Possibly... But which version is best? Today there is a guest to help decide that, and to make fun of Adam and Steve's choices.
#41 The Junior James Bond Aston Martin Vantage
The Vantage is Aston Martin's entry-level vehicle, and has carried on with the brand since the 70's. But is it any good? And which one is best? Which one is worst? And how could Steve have picked such an ugly car this week? All this and more and this week's episode.
#40 The cheapest car in the world Tata Nano
The Tata Nano was the cheapest car in the world for 10 years from 2008 to 2018. What does that kind of cost-cutting get you? What do you give up (hint, it's disc brakes), and is it any good? And which of the 21 versions was the best? Today Steve and Adam are leaving behind luxury cars and getting cheap and cheerful.
#39 The hard-partying Bentley Mulsanne
The Bentley Mulsanne is like a Rolls Royce without the stiff upper lip and with an actual racing heritage. But is it any good? And why did they look exactly like a Rolls Royce in the 80‘s and 90‘s? Steve and Adam are here to figure out these hard questions and make fun of each other in this week‘s Best In Class.
#38 The dictator‘s favorite Rolls Royce Phantom
The Rolls Royce Phantom is arguably the best car in the world. But which one is the best in history, which is the worst, and will Steve every achieve his British dream of owning one? All that and more and today's Best In Class.
#37 The connoisseur‘s choice Alfa Romeo Giulia
Alfa Romeo has a long and storied history, and the Giulia is no small part of that. But are they any good? And if they are, are they still Alfas? What about the new ones? And do you think Steve knows how to drive on a track? We delve into these questions and more this week on Best In Class.
#36 The hooligan-favorite Subaru WRX
The Subaru WRX is your best choice for alienating your friends and angering the local police. But if those are your goals, which is the best one? Adam and Steve are on the case, as well as what vape flavor best matches the STI, on this week's Best In Class.