The Tyre Kickers - Classic Cars
Max & Matt
Updated 1 day agoHumour led classic car chat with a UK slant. Join Max & Matt as they chat about the highs and lows of wanting, owning and running classic cars. Join in on the classic car chat on our socials: Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk and Facebook: The Tyre Kickers.Finalist (Highly Commended) - Independent Podcast Awards 2025.
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Episodes (74)
Bonus Episode - Say Yes To An XJS!
Ever fancied an XJS? We have, so we caught up with the guys from the XJS Club at the NEC Classic Motor Show. We had a really good chat - so good in fact - that we're now running it out in full as a special bonus episode. In this episode, we talk coupés, convertibles and the cheapest 12 cylinders money can buy. Plus hear how one of the guys bought a V12 on eBay after a few too many G&Ts! So fill up your petrol tank again (it is an XJS) and enjoy the knockabout chat with Ian, Richard and Simon.If you want to find out more about the club, check out their website at xjsclub.org and if you're new to the podcast, check out our other episodes!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Live from the NEC!
Guess what? We're only live at the NEC Classic Motor show in Birmingham - that's what! Join Matt and special guest Paul Cowland as they banter about eye watering prices for fast Fords, old man Rovers and cool 70s Jags. Plus we have a good knockabout with the XJS Club and catch up with AutoAlex. So let's bring the show to you - come join Matt, Paul and our live audience as we kick the tyres at the NEC!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
What Classic For The Daily Grind?
What’s the perfect daily daily driver - and which cars would be an absolute nightmare? Plus - are Bristols worth a good long look? And what happened on awards night? Plus we kick the tyres through the auction results and Matt gets told off for not listening (again). All that, plus the usual argy bargy about all things classic cars. So grease those nipples and come join us for Episode 20 of The Tyre Kickers. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
You're Not Cool Enough To Drive That
Who was the man who made Mercs looks modern? What classics saved BMW from going bust? Would you go electric, if hell froze over? And what car is too cool for Matt to drive (according to Max)? All that, plus auction news and your comments and corrections. So mirror, signal, and let’s crunch it into first - as we get moving with Episode 19 of The Tyre Kickers.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Sparks Will Fly
So what's wrong exactly with having an electric classic car? Why bother fixing bad, smelly, drippy engines when you could just charge and go? Hear the sparks fly as we debate one of the most contentious topics in our oily world. Plus - steels, spokes or slot mags? We try to list the best classic car wheels. Also, what stuff isn't selling at auction and what classic has Max bought at exactly the wrong time of year? And we've got all of your comments and corrections. So join us for another edition of our award nominated podcast and lose yourself in 35 minutes of glorious classic car chat. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
It Looks Like A Clown Car!
Is it handy to drive an old Landy? Why are Bentleys now so cheap? Why did a listener nearly crash his car? What crazy 90s car did we spot recently and what did we find worth buying at the Historics auction? Plus, how we're up for a top podcast award and details of a discount for the NEC Classic Motor show where you can watch us perform, like a circus act. It's all in Ep 17, so switch on your sidelights and come join us for the ride. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
How Much Is Too Much?
How much is too much when it comes to enjoying a classic? Should we wheelspin that 80s classic, the XR3i straight into landfill? Or save it? Who's had dirty thoughts about EV'ing up their 60s classic? And what is Max obsessed with buying now? All that and more, cut and shut into 40 mins of great classic car chat. We'll do a quick respray over the top and hope it doesn't fall apart while it's running. Press play and lose yourself in our classic car world.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Bonus Episode - How Much To Run A Rolls?
How much does it cost to run a classic Rolls? With prices of Silver Shadows now under £10k, could it make a great classic choice?.In this bonus episode, we're on location at Rolls & Bentley specialist Frank Dale & Stepsons in Surrey. We'll get under the hood and behind the wheel of some Shadows to ask if they're a classy choice to float around in - or an old barge that will drown you in bills..Thanks to the Emma and Ben at Frank Dale for having us over and giving us their expertise. Check them out at: https://www.frankdale.com/.New to the show? Check out our other episodes and enjoy!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
You're Clueless About Classic Cars!
What have we done? Only opened the can of worms about what is and what isn't a classic car. Hear the argy bargy between Max and Matt as we sit on very opposite sides of the fence. Also on this episode, we're talking more about cheap Rollers, checking out oddities at the car auctions and enjoying all your comments and corrections. Plus there's news of a special live appearance by us in November at the NEC Classic Motor Show. So get comfortable and lose yourself in the best classic car chat on the internet. And let us know what you think on our Instagram feed. We love hearing from you.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
I Wouldn't Be Seen Dead In It!
What's the best classic for the final road trip? Are Kit Cars cool or just fake fodder? And should we Crush or Caress the ultimate load-lugger - the Volvo estate? All that plus what we've been doing with our cars, a big auction round-up and the usual argy-bargy between the two hosts. It's all in Episode 14 - hit play now! Music credit: "Fake" by Luke Neptune. https://soundcloud.com/luke-neptuneSend us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
You Can’t Take Them To School Prom in THAT!
Are classic drivers getting younger? Which classic van could you drive without looking like a tool? What’s the best and worst classic to do the school prom drop off? And which car museum has annoyed one of us? The answers to those and more questions are all in this latest edition. Lots of laughs, car frustration and banter. So turn the key and enjoy Episode 13!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Bonus Episode - Hear The Roar! 60 Years of the Sunbeam Tiger
In this bonus episode, we're on location at a special event to mark the 60th anniversary of the Sunbeam Tiger. A British roadster given a hot engine by the man behind the Cobra - Carol Shelby. Hear why this pocket rocket is so unique and why this sleeper V8 is a great buy..Thanks to the Sunbeam Tiger Owners Club for the invite. Find out more about them at: http://www.sunbeamtiger.co.uk And to watch the trailer for the Tiger documentary, go to: https://berlinettafilms.com/documentary.New to the show? Check out our other episodes and enjoy!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
It's Hard Enough Doing 40 Minutes!
Is a classic Skoda still a joke? Is a century old Roller maybe worth a punt? What are the biggest cliches in the small ads? And which one of the 14 classic cars he's shortlisted, should Max buy next? The answers to those and other questions are all in Episode 12. Plus lots of great listener reaction and suggestions. So pull up a chair, put your feet up and join us for 40 minutes of great classic car chat and banter.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
I’ve Had Enough. I’m Selling It.
Are German classics better than British ones? Are auction prices on the up or stalling? Should you pay to display your classic at a show? And why did we used to buy so much car tat? Oh - and one of us has had enough of their classic and is selling it - but who? All that, plus great car chat, banter and a laugh or two on the podcast that's catnip to classic car nerds!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
You've Made Me Late For School!
Grab the Babycham - we've made it to Episode 10! This time around, we get the hots for the car that get hotter than most - the Triumph Stag. We ask - should be we crush or caress that 80s show pony, the MG Metro? Max goes round in circles (yet again) about which Merc SL to buy and we highlight some great stuff coming through the auctions. All that, plus some fantastic comments and interactions from you. Including - how we made one listener late for the school run. Oops, sorry! It's all in Episode 10 of The Tyre Kickers. Hit play, sit back, laugh and enjoy. It may just be our best one yet!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Lurking At The Auctions
We're back with more classic car chat. This time, we’re lurking at the classic car auctions, looking for no reserve bargains. Max gets told his original 60s Porsche, isn’t as original as he thought it was and we go Tyre Kicking for more cars in the classifieds. Plus what are the best classics we’ve ever driven? And all your comments, corrections, brickbats and bouquets. Come lose yourself in 40 mins of great classic car chat. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
This 80s Car Is Evil!
We're back with more classic car chat. This episode, find out what mundane motor Max has labelled as "evil". Plus, we explain why right now is the time to buy the classic pin-up you've been after. And we argue over resto-modding. Is it the way to get the car of your dreams or just plain heresy? All that, plus some Drive It Day chat and your comments and corrections. Sit back, relax and enjoy another 40 minutes of semi-sarcastic car chat. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
The Look For Less
More classic car banter as Max and Matt insult each other over what classic cars are best and worst. This time, we ask - what are the rustiest old cars, as we come up with our Tin Worm Top 10. Plus, fancy a Miura but you're a bit of a miser? We look at how to get the look of six iconic classics, for less. Also, are Jag E-Type finally becoming affordable again? We talk swoopy lines and tumbling prices.And an update on what we've been doing - and what you've been saying.So, grab a drink and join us as we kick the tyres and tell a few stories about the highs and low of owning classic motors.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Too Much (Austin) Aggro
We're back with Episode 6! This time - should we spin up the crusher and just flatten the Allegro? Or is it worth saving for posterity? Plus, we go ga-ga over the Lancia Fulvia and argue over the best classic cruisers to do a European roadtrip. Plus all your comments, corrections and our usual factual inaccuracies. So squirt on some damp start and let's fire up Ep 6 of the Tyre Kickers!Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
The Anoraks Are Back
We're back and talking more classic car cr... er, stuff. In this episode, Matt's got it bad for an old Merc, while Max is in love with a French goddess. Plus - we list the film cars that aren't Chitty Chitty, trawl the classifieds, talk about our cars and rattle through all of your comments and corrections. Join us as we fire up Episode 5! Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
I Lifted The Bonnet And Said: "Oh S**t!”
Is it right to lust after a Dolly? Is it better to buy from a dealer or a driveway? Which car has the sexiest rear end? And what is best summer roadster to take your top off in? Matt and Max are back with more honest musings about wanting, owning and running classic cars.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Crush The Capri?
Should the Capri get crushed? Is a Pagoda now too pricey? Are American classic cars too big for Blighty? And just how did Max upset the Land Rover fans? Join us as we answer these and other burning classic car questions in Episode 3.Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
I Hit My Porsche With A Hammer
Is a Jag MKII more fun than an E-Type? Is the MGB too vanilla to be a true classic? Should you really hit an old Porsche with a hammer? And what are the best classic cop cars? Plus your reactions to Ep 1 - kind and bloody rude! Join us for some more classic car tyre kicking. Send us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025
Can We Kick It?
Is buying a £10k Rolls a really stupid idea? Should all TR7s be condemned to the crusher? Why do people sit in chairs at classic car shows with a face on? And why do Defenders look great but drive so bad? If you love classic cars and you like a laugh, then this podcast is for you. Join Max and Matt as they kick the tyres on all things classic cars and deal with the highs and lows of wanting, owning and running a classic.Follow us and talk to us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukSend us a textFollow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersukFacebook: The Tyre KickersFinalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024 & 2025