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Best In Class#115 The best used car available right now for $15,000We're casting our shopping net around the interwebs to find the best used car available right now for $15,000. Steve picked a car, Adam picked a car, and our guest host Erika picked a car. Now they will battle to the death to see who is the Best in Class car shopping champion!
2023-08-081h 10Best In Class#114 The Bavarian banker’s BMW 7 SeriesThe 7-series is BMW's flagship that previews the design, features, and technology that will not only trickle down to the rest of the brand, but to the entire car world as well. These cars are packed with the latest bells and whistles, and as such are sold only to the titans of industry. But are they any good? And will Steve ever be able to afford one?
2023-08-011h 07Best In Class#113 The best Canadian car, eh?First of all, sorry about that title. It had to be done.
But seriously, what Canadian car companies do you know about? Did you know they used to be the second-largest manufacturer of cars in the world? Did you know there were 11 different Canadian car companies at one time? And did you know that Steve just got back from Canada? Hence why we're talking about it this week...
2023-07-241h 02Best In Class#112 The absolute worst Mansory ever madeMansory is a (in)famous car tuner out of Germany that likes to take some the best and most luxurious cars in the world, and slap on garish bumpers, absurd wings, and downright ugly leather. Bought exclusively by people with more money than taste, there is not such thing as a Best in Class Mansory. But is there a worst?
2023-07-101h 06Best In Class#111 The uber bro bratwurst AMG GT (with special guest Warren)Mercedes is known for producing luxurious and comfortable cars, and strangely also the AMG GT - a no-nonsense sports car that can turn any driver into a hero. Mercedes rarely makes sports cars, so we of course had to cover this ride AND bring in some expert advice. Friend of the show Warren had the opportunity to drive all the versions of the car recently, so he helps us figure out which one was the best.
2023-07-031h 20Best In Class#110 The always out Subaru OutbackSteve got mad at Adam's Subaru joke on our last episode so as punishment Adam now has to host a whole episode on the Outback. So you have to suffer too...
2023-06-261h 03Best In Class#109 The best Dad carTo celebrate Father's Day, instead of calling our dads or giving them a gift, Steve and Adam are going to argue what the coolest dad car is, talk about the cars their dads owned, and how they taught them to drive. Makes sense to me.
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Best In Class#108 The Best Car Available for $10,000We've got a new format for today's show: we're casting our shopping net around the interwebs to find the best used car available right now for $10,000. Steve picked a car, Adam picked a car, and now they will battle to the death to see who is the Best in Class car shopping champion!
2023-06-1236 minBest In Class#107 Tina Turner’s Plymouth LaserDid you know that the Plymouth Laser was the last sports car the brand ever made? Did you know that Tina Turner was the spokeswoman for the launch? And did you know that we (kina) already covered this when we talked about the Eclipse? We'll we're taking another swing at it in honor of the passing of the Queen of Rock & Roll.
2023-05-3047 minBest In Class#106 The micro machine Datsun Roadster (with special guest Diego)Friend of the show Diego recently bought a very nice Datsun Roadster for his commutes up the coastal roads of Southern California. As an advertising man, he has a lot in common with Steve, but as a compassionate human being he has a lot more in common with Adam. But what's the deal with his car? Are tiny Datsun convertibles any good? And did Diego buy the right one? We'll find out today on Best in Class.
2023-05-221h 05Best In Class#105 The best Mom CarIn honor of Mother's Day (well a day late, like all good sons), we're talking about the best mom car in the world. Is it an SUV, a mini-van, or a sports car? And what does Steve wish his mom drove when he was going up?
2023-05-1547 minBest In Class#104 The 75% American Toyota Tundra (with special guest Warren)What's better than an (almost) free truck? Our guest host Warren had that experience with his truck and he's here to tell us all about it. Along the way, we'll argue over which generation was best, pulling the space shuttle, and how to reach 1 million miles. Also, Steve bought a new car...
2023-05-081h 06Best In Class#103 Steve’s next car? Option 3: The New DefenderSteve still hasn't chosen his next car, despite so many great suggestions from Adam to just get a Honda Odyssey and be done with life. No, despite the logical choice before him, he continues to search for a new ride for his Great Dane. And he might be buying this car in the next 24 hours! So naturally, Adam is going to try to talk him out of it.
2023-05-011h 05Best In Class#102 Steve’s next car? Option 2: The Land Rover LR4Beyond the MINI Clubman, Steve is also looking into buying a Land Rover LR4 for his dog to destroy. A very different car for sure, but somehow more Steve in it's British-ness, luxury, and excessive weight. And of course Adam is here to tell him all the ways he is choosing wrong.
2023-04-241h 01Best In Class#101 Steve’s next car? The MINI ClubmanThe MINI Clubman is the oddball in the MINI lineup, and Steve is the meatball of the Best in Class partnership - so it's a match made in heaven. Steve is on the hunt for a new dog car, and the Clubman is looking like the answer. Predictably, Adam is here to tell him all the ways in which he is wrong...
2023-04-1755 minBest In Class#100th Episode Special on the Ford Model TWe made it to 100 episodes! I'm not sure how, why, or even where, but 100 have been recorded and broadcast (well 101 if you count the accidental re-record of Panamera...), so what better time to cover the car that started it all - the Ford Model T. Plus Steve tells us about his ancestral homelands.
2023-04-101h 08Best In Class#99 The spaghetti schnitzel Lamborghini UrusThe current music video and tiktok selfie king is the Lamborghini Urus - first of the super SUVs. It's brakes are bigger than most cars' wheels, it's as fast as a sports car, and uglier than burnt Picasso. But is it any good at being an SUV? What about being a Lamborghini? And will Steve shove his dog in the back of one as his new car? That's this week on Best in Class.
2023-04-0359 minBest In Class#98 The box appeal Fiat PandaThe Fiat Panda is the Italian poster child for "cheap and cheerful." Known to be aggressively simple to manufacture, run, and maintain, it is as much the car of Italy as the 500. But is it any good? And will Steve's dog fit in the back? We get into all that and more this week, without somehow talking about the Porsche Panamera again...
2023-03-2258 minBest In Class#98 The pretty ugly Porsche Panamera (oops accidental repeat)The Porsche Panamera just might be the first four door sports car. Not sported-up sedan or sporty saloon, but actual sports car. Purpose built from the ground up to carry four passengers with inhumane speed around corners. So why did it take Porsche so long to come out with it? Which one is the best? And can we get Steve to trade his Ferrari for one?
2023-03-1351 minBest In Class#97 The artistically fast BMW race cars (with special guest Ezra)Steve doesn't believe Adam is any good at being a racing driver, so he's brought in an experienced BMW racer to teach Adam a thing or two, and to discuss which BMW race car was the best of all time. For some reason, Steve is allowed to have an opinion on this, despite never having been to a race track.
2023-03-0600 minBest In Class#96 The hilariously homely VW Thing (with special guest host Read filling in for Steve)The VW Thing just might be the weirdest mass-market car ever attempted. Decidedly unattractive - anti-aethestic even - with no creature comforts, and a price the well exceeded the normal Bug. They never caught on, but now they are classics because of their quirks. But are they actually any good? Steve is gone today, so Adam has enlisted VW expert Reed to help sort through the history of the Thing and decide which one is Best in Class.
2023-02-271h 04Best In Class#95 The spaghetti western Cadillac AllanteThe modern world is built on international cooperation and globalization. Cadillac was there first in the early 80's when they came out with the Allante. Proudly built over two continents, this was supposed to keep Cadillac on top of the luxury market for another decade. Instead, it was another nail in the coffin of Cadillac's demise. And we're here to detail every precarious step.
2023-02-2052 minBest In Class#94 The betta getta JettaThe Volkswagen Jetta is widely regarded as the big brother of the fun, plucky Golf - and with good reason because it's true! The Jetta was originally just a Golf with a trunk. But is it actually any good, and are there any generations worth getting? Adam and Steve are on the case to try to liven up this very boring car!
2023-02-1358 minBest In Class#93 The good to be bad Jaguar F-Type (Adam’s last podcast again?)Jaguar famously leaned into their bad-boy reputation with the "Good to be Bad" advertising campaign featuring famous British movie villains shilling for the new F-Type. So is the F-Type a car only fit for a sociopath, or can you enjoy one too? And which is the best one for the professional race car driver? That's this week on Best in Class.
2023-01-161h 04Best In Class#92 The fast and fiery Pontiac FieroThe Pontiac Fiero has a rich and storied history as a terrible car that is most famous for being the base of numerous questionable kit cars. But is that sordid reputation deserved? Was the Fiero ever a good car? And can Adam talk Steve into ditching his Ferrari for a replica? All that and more on this week's Best in Class.
2023-01-091h 04Best In Class#91 The not quite a Ferrari Dino (with special guest Jacob)Let's get this out of the way upfront - The Dino 206 is not a Ferrari. It's a Dino. Enzo refused to call it a Ferrari, and Steve won't ever let us argue with Enzo, so we won't call it one here. But is the almost Ferrari any good? Well, we got a perspective owner to chip in on this one and let us know what's so special about this sub-brand car.
2022-12-191h 12Best In Class#90 The Indian Model T Hindustand AmbassadorThe Hindustand Ambassador has been called "the wheels of India" and has served as transport for taxi riders and Prime Ministers. It lasted for five decades and was based on 1940's British technology. Sounds like a sure-fire hit! But which one is best? And will Steve trade in his car for one? That's this week on Best in Class.
2022-12-1200 minBest In Class#89 The stuck in time Delorean (with special guest Geoff)The Delorean DMC-12 had such a tumultuous life that whole movies and books have been written about it's short two year life. But beyond all the drama and rumors, are the cars any good? Is it possible to get away from the Back to the Future references? And is there a Ferrari connection Steve can talk about? To get the answers to these questions, we enlisted current owner Geoff and then just heckled him. It's a good time!
2022-12-051h 22Best In Class#88 The acid tripping VW Bus (with special guest Sean)The VW Type 2, or bus, is an icon around the world. Over 6 generations, it has sold millions of examples and been the ride of choice for everyone from hippies to terrorists. But which one is the best of the best? To help us find out, we enlisted an actual expert and owner to sort through this vehicle's 70 year history. What will Steve, Adam, and Sean pick as their Best in Class?
2022-11-141h 15Best In Class#87 The fast and infuriating Mazda RX-7Ah the Mazda RX-7. Too strange to live, too rare to die. Adam owned an RX-7 when he was way too young to appreciate it, too dumb to fix it, and too poor to keep it for long. Ignoring that he bought one, are they any good at all? Is there a single model in the three generations that won't leave you stranded on the side of the road? All that and more on today's Best in Class.
2022-11-071h 15Best In Class#86 The absolute worst Ferrari Mondial (with special guest Dave)The Ferrari Mondial has been described as the cheapest way into a Ferrari, the ugly duckling, and worse than the car it replaced. And those are all true. But it was also Ferrari's best seller at the time. So what is going on here? This week we've enlisted current Mondial owner Dave to help us understand the least-loved Ferrari and perhaps gain some appreciation for it. Or perhaps not.
2022-10-311h 09Best In Class#85 Adam’s other other car the BMW 2002 (with guest host Matt filling in for Steve)We've finally come to the last car in Adam's fleet - the venerable BMW 2002. And yet, Steve conveniently couldn't make it this week so our special guest turned into a guest host! Matt will help us get down into what the best BMW 2002 of all time is, as well as making fun of Steve since he's not here to fight back...
2022-10-2459 minBest In Class#84 The rugged individualist International Scout (with special guest Rashod)The International Harvester Scout was arguably the first American SUV ever made. The model also only lasted 20 years before the whole company went out of business. So if it wasn't good enough to save the company, is the car any good? And which one is the best one? We've enlisted guest host Rashod to help us sort it out this week.
2022-10-171h 20Best In Class#83 The ”it’s a car” Toyota YarisThe Toyota Yaris was basic transportation for millions of people, and that it about it. Or is it? Are there any redeeming features to this cheap-as-chips vehicle? And why are we talking about it right after Diablo? What the hell? We'll try to answer that this week.
2022-10-1054 minBest In Class#82 The Chryslerfied Lamborghini DiabloIf you had a car poster on your wall in the 90's, the odds are you had an extra large one of the Lamborghini Diablo. If you didn't have any posters, you certainly "drove" a Diablo in Need for Speed or Cruisin' USA. It was a car of the moment in the Clinton years. But what about today? Could it be used around town without falling apart after 30 years? Steve and Adam are on the case today.
2022-10-031h 03Best In Class#81 The lost in time MorganThe Morgan Motor Car company started in 1909, and hasn't changed so much as a light bulb since then. Their cars are still handmade, quite weird, and built out of wood. They are truly a automotive basketcase. But hey, it's Steve's birthday so we'll cover them anyway...
2022-09-261h 04Best In Class#80 The anti-charity Ferrari PurosangueFerrari has come out with their first 4-door, AND their first SUV. Although they won't call it an SUV. And two of doors open backward. And the order books are already full. But beyond all those quibbles, it's big news! Adam and Steve have poured over all the official information, unofficial leaks, and pure rumor to give you our first episode on a car that we haven't even seen yet. What could go wrong?
2022-09-1954 minBest In Class#79 The German’s wurst Chrysler CrossfireFor one fine moment, you could walk into a Chrysler dealership and pick between a PT Cruiser, a Dodge Magnum, and a Chrysler Crossfire. During this halcyon day of the Pentastar brand, Germany was calling the shots in the form of now-owners Daimler-Benz. The Crossfire was the first product of this German-American marriage, and boy was it a doozy.
2022-09-121h 03Best In Class#78 Live like Gatsby DuesenbergAdam is back from his Vacation, and Steve is obviously upset. A perfect time to cover the original American supercar, the arguable cause of the Great Depression, and the most expensive pre-war car ever to be sold. Of course we can only be referring to Duesenberg! Which of these 1920's monsters is the Best in Class, and is Steve's Ferrari really slower than one?
2022-08-301h 17Best In Class#77 The store brand cereal Nissan Sentra (With guest host Erika filling in for Adam)Guest host Erika Canfijn sits in for Adam (as he takes a well-deserved vacation) and joins Steve to discuss the other Camry, the not-quite-Accord, the fabulous Nissan Sentra. If you haven't owned one, you've ridden in one. But is it any good? And which is the best? All that and more on this week's Best in Class.
2022-08-2257 minBest In Class#76 The fast and fiberglass Devin (with special guest Read)If you haven't heard of Devin, you're not the only one. This extremely rare manufacturer of cars - some say kit cars - only survived a few years and didn't make a lot of headlines. But in those scant years, they racked up enough wins on the race track to create a legend and pique the interest of our guest today. Reed will take us through what a Devin is, what makes it special, and why his is Best in Class.
2022-08-151h 27Best In Class#75 The PT loser PT CruiserIs the Chrysler PT Cruiser peak 2000's automotive design, or one of the worst automotive designs? Can't it be both? It's our 75th episode and to celebrate we are delving into this boomer favorite wagon to see if there's any version worth getting. Spoiler alert - there is not.
2022-08-0855 minBest In Class#74 The supercar killer Nissan GT-R1969 brought the venerable Nissan Skyline GT-R to life, but it took another 30 years and a video game to catapult the car nicknamed Godzilla from local Japanese acclaim to worldwide recognition and desire. So which of the 5 generations is the best GT-R? And how ridiculous will Steve look getting out of one? That's this week on Best in Class.
2022-08-011h 15Best In Class#73 The small but mighty Chevy NovaThe Chevrolet Nova started life as a simple trim level, but graduated to it's own car before turning into a badge engineered Japanese-American hybrid. With that kind of tortured past, was it ever any good? And is the Nova just an also-ran to the Camaro and Mustang? And did Steve's Ferrari ever get fixed? All this and more on today's episode.
2022-07-2558 minBest In Class#72 The almost as good Porsche Cayman(with special guest Derek)The Porsche Cayman is only for those that can't afford a 911. But that said, which one is the best one if that is all you can buy? We roped in current owner Derek to walk us through the OTHER poor man's Porsche to tell us why we should consider the Cayman, and whether or not he can get Adam to admit that it is kind of good.
2022-07-181h 40Best In Class#71 The thunder down under Holden UteUtes (or utility vehicles) are almost a meme of Australian car culture. They survived there - and only there - from the 1950's up to a few years ago, while the US only got the El Camino and the Ranchero car-trucks. So what made the Aussie's love their Utes so much? And how do we get one here in America? All that and more on this week's Best in Class.
2022-07-1153 minBest In Class#70 The last of the breed BMW M2 (with special guest Charlie)The BMW M2 has been described as the most basic BMW M car available today. It has also been described as the most fun. Coincidence? We think not. And joining Steve and Adam in that opinion today is the brand new owner of a BMW M2 Competition, Charlie! He's going to tell our hosts why they are oh-so-wrong to pick anything else over an M2.
2022-07-041h 14Best In Class#69 The cheap as chips MGB (with special guest Jenn)The classic British roadster exemplified in the MGB is one of the best selling classics of all time. It lasted 18 years, 3 generations, and more than 500,000 sold. And to find the best one, we actually tracked down an owner! Jenn is going to walk us through her 1979 example and tell Adam and Steve why they picked the wrong cars as Best in Class.
2022-06-271h 17Best In Class#68 The peak-boomer Plymouth ProwlerThe Plymouth - and later Chrysler - Prowler arrived at a very unique point in history when Titanic ruled the box office, you were secretly listening to NSYNC, and Y2K was a real concern. But the world didn't end and the Prowler lived on for five glorious years. But which one is best, and how good would Steve's hair look blowing in the wind as he drove one around? All that and more on this week's Best in Class.
2022-06-1557 minBest In Class#67 The G-wagen offspring, the Suzuki JimnyThe Suzuki Jimny has conquered mountains, trails, and streams around the world over it's four generations, but can it conquer the hearts of Steve and Adam? And which generation was the best for the little offroading brat? All that and more on today's Best in Class.
2022-06-0856 minBest In Class#66 The rebellious Dodge RamThe Dodge Ram has always played third fiddle to Ford and Chevy. Even in it's best years, it only manages to sell half as many trucks as the leaders. But is the Dodge Ram secretly the Saab of the truck world, destined to be bought by those to want something just a little more rebellious? And where they ever any good? Today Steve and Adam get to the bottom of the Ram.
2022-05-161h 05Best In Class#65 The Arnie-approved HummerThe Hummer came out at a very distinct time in American history - when bigger was better, gas was cheap, and global warming was something only Europeans cared about. It managed to live through a recession, 3 generations, and is now coming back as an EV. But are any of them any good? And can Adam get Steve to trade his Ferrari for a classic Hummer? That's this week on Best in Class.
2022-05-091h 05Best In Class#64 The Wall Street warrior Porsche PanameraThe Porsche Panamera finally brought the dream of a four door Porsche to reality, and helped save the brand from financial oblivion. It was (and is) also blisteringly fast. But is it just a modern-day 928, destined to fall out of favor and be a forgotten Porsche? All this and more on today's Best in Class.
2022-05-0258 minBest In Class#63 The first supercar Lamborghini MiuraIf Lamborghini was founded as the anti-Ferrari, then the Miura was the car that first took the fight to Enzo in a serious way. This was Lambo's first big hit, and what it hit it was. The Miura turned into the template for just about every supercar that has ever followed, and even coined the term. But which Miura is best? And can Adam talk Steve into trading in his whole collection for one?
2022-04-2558 minBest In Class#62 The bargain supercar Lotus Elise (With special guest Auggie)The Lotus Elise has spent it's entire life being a featherweight superhero, often out-punching much more expensive competition. But can it out-punch Adam's aversion to British cars? And is Steve really considering trading in the Fiat for one? All that this week, along with guest host Auggie as we explore this pint-sized roadster.
2022-04-181h 09Best In Class#61 The Graduate’s Alfa Romeo Spider (with special guest Carter)The Alfa Romeo Spider was made famous by Dustin Hoffman in The Graduate, but did you know that Dustin's uncle is the reason the car was used at all? If facts like that aren't enough to entice you, we also have a special guest host this week with current Spider owner Carter! So listen up as Steve, Adam, and Carter argue over when the Alfa Spider was at the top of it's game.
2022-04-041h 15Best In Class#60 The captive import Mistubishi EclipseThe 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.
2022-03-281h 03Best In Class#59 The land yacht Lincoln Town CarThe 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.
2022-03-2155 minBest In Class#58 Adam’s old Chevy Astro VanThe 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.
2022-03-1456 minBest In Class#57 The fast and furious Toyota SupraThe 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.
2022-03-071h 15Best In Class#56 The Motoring Club’s Range Rover ClassicThe 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!
2022-03-011h 11Best In Class#55 The Brad Pitt approved Karmann GhiaThe 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.
2022-02-221h 05Best In Class#54 The freedom fighter Jeep WranglerIs 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.
2022-02-171h 14Best In Class#53 The Jon Voight-approved Chrysler LeBaronThe 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.
2022-02-071h 00Best In Class#52 The Shah-inspired Mercedes GwagenThe 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.
2022-01-311h 08Best In Class#51 The hooligan’s Misubishi EvoThe 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.
2022-01-241h 05Best In Class#50 A Special Anniversary EpisodeWe've (somehow) made it to 50 episodes, so here's something special for your ear holes.
2022-01-1729 minBest In Class#49 Steve’s la dolce vita Fiat 500Which 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.
2022-01-031h 07Best In Class#48 Your grandpa’s Lexus LSThe 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.
2021-12-271h 05Best In Class#47 The many-editioned Lamborghini GallardoThe 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.
2021-12-201h 06Best In Class#46 The suburban hero Honda AccordThe 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.
2021-12-131h 03Best In Class#45 The all-American Chevy CamaroIs 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.
2021-12-071h 10Best In Class#44 The America in car form Chevy SuburbanAre 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.
2021-11-2258 minBest In Class#43 The idiotically simple Citroen 2CVThe 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.
2021-11-151h 02Best 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.
2021-11-081h 06Best In Class#41 The Junior James Bond Aston Martin VantageThe 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.
2021-11-011h 00Best In Class#40 The cheapest car in the world Tata NanoThe 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.
2021-10-111h 08Best In Class#39 The hard-partying Bentley MulsanneThe 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.
2021-10-0458 minBest In Class#38 The dictator‘s favorite Rolls Royce PhantomThe 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.
2021-09-271h 11Best In Class#37 The connoisseur‘s choice Alfa Romeo GiuliaAlfa 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.
2021-09-201h 04Best In Class#36 The hooligan-favorite Subaru WRXThe 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.
2021-09-131h 04Best In Class#35 The oft-overlooked Toyota MR2The Toyota MR2 lasted three generations, sold hundreds of thousands of examples over three decades, yet is often overlooked when there are discussions of Japanese sports cars. Why does everyone forget about the MR2? And which one was the best of the bunch? Today Steve, Adam, and expert guest Aaron will argue their way to the answer.
2021-09-061h 15Best In Class#34 The Japanese E-type Nissan ZThe Nissan Z is an affordable Japanese sports car that has gone from aping the Jaguar E-type, grew up into a twin-turbo Porsche fighter, and then devolved into a street takeover mainstay. But which of these disparate Zs is the best? Steve and Adam dive into this, along with guest hosts and current owner Jeremy and Erika.
2021-08-231h 15Best In Class#33 The dictator's choice Mercedes S-ClassThe Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been THE standard for luxury cars since the 70's, as well as providing earthly transportation for various dictators, heads of state, and despotic rulers. But which S-Class should you buy if you happen to be in the market? Steve, Adam, and guest-host Chet will hash it out this week as we find the Best in Class.
2021-08-091h 11Best In Class#32 The design icon Audi TTThe Audi TT sparked a design revolution in cars that brought us the New Beetle, Ford GT, and dubiously the Dodge Neon. But which one is the best TT? And are you better off just getting a Golf? Steve and Adam are on the case this week!
2021-08-021h 02Best In Class#31 The wood-panelled corvette-powered Buick RoadmasterThe Buick Roadmaster is last great American sedan / wagon ever made. But which one is the best one? Are any of them worth it? And do you have to buy New Balance sneakers when you get one? Steve and Adam are all over these and other questions as they discuss which Roadmaster is Best In Class.
2021-07-261h 03Best In Class#30 The famously famous Jaguar E-TypeThe Jaguar E Type is arguably the most beautiful car ever made, by arguably the most unreliable car maker ever founded. Is it worth buying, and if so, which one is best? Steve and Adam are on the case this week to find which Jag you should fill your garage with.
2021-07-201h 01Best In Class#29 The stealth not wealth BMW M5The BMW M5 can be seen as an autobahn cruiser, or a poser's almost sports car. Which one is it, and which M5 is the best ever? To find that out, Steve and Adam have invited an actual EXPERT and current M5 owner named Sarah on to today's Best In Class.
2021-07-051h 10Best In Class#28 The Ferrari without all the good stuff Honda NSXThe Honda and/or Acura NSX is the best JDM supercar to every grace this planet (take that GT-R), but which is the best one? Which one most distills Japan's style of car making? And will Steve ever win one of these arguments? That's what we're here to find out.
2021-06-2856 minBest In Class#27 The drug kingpin's Toyota LandcruiserThe Toyota Land Cruiser is either the best off-roader every built, or a Land Rover knock-off you only buy if you it's all you can afford. But which one is the best? And what's the deal with these big things? That's the mission for Adam, Steve, and guest-expert Dow on today's episode.
2021-06-141h 09Best In Class#26 The T-tops and tank tops Pontiac Trans AmThe Pontiac Trans Am is the meth-dealer's choice for rides these days (even though they stopped making them in 2002), but is that the best of the breed? Are any of them worth getting in the first place? And can the Trans Am ever escape Smokey and the Bandit? Today on Best in Class, Steve and Adam are attempting to find out.
2021-06-071h 01Best In Class#25 The fiberglass secret agent Lotus EspritThe Lotus Esprit is a bond car. And an unreliable car. But is it a good car? And which one was the best of the breed? Today Adam, Steve, and Lotus-expert guest host Matt argue with each other over this boat-like sports car.
2021-05-311h 18Best In Class#24 The Hamptons Hipster Jeep WagoneerThe Jeep Wagoneer has the choice of rides for Hamptons elites, movie stars, and East-coast hipsters for decades, but which is the best version to have? Adam and Steve have your answer, and a fair amount of Predator trivia, this week on Best in Class.
2021-05-251h 03Best In Class#23 The hipster's choice air-cooled 911The air-cooled Porsche 911 is somehow equal parts posermobile, quality investment, driver's car, and the predictable choice. But which early 911 is best. To help answer that, Steve, Adam, and guest host Gabe dive in to the air-cooled world.
2021-05-171h 09Best In Class#22 The echo chamber BMW M3The BMW M3 is the benchmark when it comes to sporty sedans. But which one is the best of all time? And why do Steve, Adam, and special guest host Rashod sound like they are recording from a fish bowl? You'll get some of these answers in this week's episode.
2021-05-1059 minBest In Class#21 The trust us we'll make it exciting Toyota CamryWe know we know, the Camry sucks more than a black hole, and is more boring than watching golf. But Steve and Adam are going to crack some eggs of knowledge right over you and make this interesting. Somehow. We hope.
2021-04-261h 55Best In Class#20 The Magnum P.I. Famous Ferrari 308Ferrari 308 owners have an obsession with Magnum P.I. Steve owns a 308. Those facts do not contradict each other. But which 308 is the best one to buy? We delve into that, and Steve's life choices, on this episode of Best in Class.
2021-04-1959 minBest In Class#19 My wife’s Porsche CayenneThe Porsche Cayenne has a reputation for being the wife's car - and Adam should know since his wife has one - but is that deserved? And which Cayenne is the ultimate? Steve and Adam argue it out for your listening pleasure.
2021-03-291h 04Best In Class#18 The Ferrari four-door Maserati QuattroporteThe Maseratir Quattroporte is a four-door Ferrari to some, an unsaveable money-pit to others. Who's right? Everyone of course. But which one is best? Well Adam and Steve can help you there...
2021-03-151h 07Best In Class#17 The strong like bear Lada (Adam's last podcast)The venerable Lada came out of Soviet Russia, conquered the world, then quickly rusted away amid a chorus of jokes. But surely this terrible brand produced one good car? Steve and Adam are here to try and find that one good car, and not anger any dictators along the way.
2021-03-0850 min