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Re: new top gear
[Re: neil_r]
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06/06/2016 21:46
06/06/2016 21:46
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Samey, it always was. Just the bangers and the location changed. At least now they can't willfully destroy their test cars. I expected that this thread would quieten down as people who did not want to watch anymore would not, but I guess those will continue to watch it and then moan That's the problem with forums, they don't show your real feelings unless you really say. I'm actually quite laid back about this Yes really, I don't see myself as moaning either If I'm honest, I feel the need, like others, probably to state the obvious at times I actually think that the forum at times is a victim of it's own success, forum members exchanging the craic..
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: new top gear
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13/06/2016 14:09
13/06/2016 14:09
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Nobby
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Anyone else watch last night? Less Evans, more sideways action. Liked it.
The Hoonigan mustang and the F12tdf sound utterly epic.
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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13/06/2016 14:17
13/06/2016 14:17
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Nope, first one did the trick. Really not proud of myself for giving up on it so quickly but I have completely lost interest.
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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13/06/2016 19:12
13/06/2016 19:12
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Chris Harris was great in the Ferrari, mlb is growing on me. I also liked sabines bit.
So to sum up.
Get someone in a car who can drive properly, appreciates cars and has a personality.
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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13/06/2016 19:35
13/06/2016 19:35
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I've seen a bit of Chris Harris on u tube previously and really like the way he comes across - he can certainly drive! The Focus RS reviewer did a u tube test drive of my X1 Xdrive (last of the previous model) which I watched before I went ahead with buying it. His views where pretty much spot on - its a much better car than most have given it credit for and I have enjoyed the last 12 months with it. Given more scope, I think both he and Chris Harris will grow on the public.
Fiat Coupe 20VT Alfa Romeo Spider BMW X3
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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13/06/2016 20:04
13/06/2016 20:04
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No-ones mentioned the new R8 yet - and that about sums it up. Fast and very capable but it has the same problem as Muzzies Jag - just where do you appreciate it's abilities away from a track? That and that fact that the front looks too much like a humdrum TT but costs four times the price means I won't be selling my Kangoo to buy one . Unless I was a track owner or needed to drive to the South of France occasionally I'd buy a Caterham instead for my driving kicks on public roads.
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Re: new top gear
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13/06/2016 22:29
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Chris Harris was great in the Ferrari Not the new one - the original TDF 250 - that car was just gorgeous. Top Gear is much better when Evans has his mouth closed.
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Re: new top gear
[Re: barnacle]
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14/06/2016 12:04
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Chris Harris was great in the Ferrari Not the new one - the original TDF 250 - that car was just gorgeous. Sorry should have qualified which Ferrari.... Yes the tdf originalie, 5 mill motor and he's sliding it. Brilliant.
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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04/07/2016 16:22
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Looks like Evans has packed it in.....................
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Re: new top gear
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04/07/2016 16:47
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Aye, saw that Evans quit. Not really surprised as the ratings for the show seemingly have been plummeting. He'll do all right though on his radio show.
The hard core fans of Top Gear are not impressed, & lets face it viewer numbers matter.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: new top gear
[Re: jimboy]
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04/07/2016 16:50
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jordan and sabine were awful presenters, not impressed with matt either. Thought Chris got better as the series progressed, but average guests and the content of the shows was not good enough.
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Re: new top gear
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04/07/2016 17:03
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I honestly wouldn't be surprised if we eventually witness the demise of the show. The BBC obviously are still throwing a fair chunk of cash at the running of TG & are looking for a return.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: new top gear
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05/07/2016 07:29
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Glad Evans is on the way out. He can take Sabine with him also. I can't understand a word she says.
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Re: new top gear
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05/07/2016 07:56
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Glad Evans is on the way out. He can take Sabine with him also. I can't understand a word she says. Aye Joe, I certainly don't hate the woman, but I just find her soooo annoying.
I'm an old git & happy with it,most of the time
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Re: new top gear
[Re: MeanRedSpider]
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05/07/2016 08:18
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To be fair to the show, it has been fighting for viewers with the football/F1 and there must be a significant overlap in the audiences. But I'm glad Evans is going. Being the first presenter after Clarkson was always going to be a poisoned chalice. Fair point, as is the fact that these guys really don't make the show that interesting ... reason being; it's success and viewer pull is largely due to the interactions and personalities presenting it. They got it wrong!
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Re: new top gear
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05/07/2016 08:57
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Just to add a bit more controversy, Evens is being investigated about an alleged sexual assault from the 90's. To be fair, you can just never know if this is fact or fake, but allegations like these are never good for a career like Evans.
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