The Car Podcast: Recent Episodes
The Car Podcast
The Car Podcast is, believe it or not, the podcast all about cars! Fast cars, slow cars, new cars, old cars, Noel & Mark are into anything interesting.
The guys cover some restomods and EVs, and find some massive boots in this episode's Classifieds Game.
Noel brings news of an absurdly named concept car from MG, Mark finds some astonishing modified classics in the Classifieds Game, and together they discuss how amazing it is to advertise a car with the headline "Extreme Cooling".
The guys get excited about the new Toyota GR86, discuss Noel's plans to update his Renault Clio 197, and find some bargain executive saloons that didn't come from Germany.
Mark looks for nearly new cars in the Classifieds Game, Noel brings news of another fast Hyundai, and the pair try to look past BMW's new front end design in this episode's Hot Topic.
Noel finds some amazing, yet risky, supercars available at a surprising price in the Classifieds Game, Mark laments the demise of the Honda S660, and the pair discuss the new world of hybrid Mercedes AMG models.
Mark and Noel talk about the new version of the Porsche Taycan, set predictions for the upcoming F1 season (before pre-season testing!), and find amazing second hand cars from now defunct manufacturers.
The guys discuss the new and old Land Rover Defenders in this episode's Hot Topic, learn of a crate engine from Honda, and are both appalled at the state of some second hand Volkswagen Golfs.
The guys compare the newly launched Porsche 911 GT3 and McLaren Artura, Noel finds probably the coolest Rolls-Royce ever made, and Mark finds many excellent Lexus saloons at bargain prices in the Classifieds Game.
Noel and Mark bring news of electric cars, and the end of two iconic british models, as well as finding some terrible examples of the Fiat 500 in this episode's edition of the Classifieds Game.
Noel and Mark pick their favourite ever Porsche 911 in this episode's Hot Topic, find some very unexpected pickups in the Classifieds Game, and bring potentially big news for Bugatti.
The guys take a deep dive into the GMA T50 in this episode's Hot Topic, before getting very excited about the variety of kei cars available in the UK in the Classifieds Game.
Noel brings news of lunatic pick up trucks, Mark learns of Volvo's commendable efforts to only use ethically sourced materials in its batteries, and both of them surprise the other with unjustifiable choices in the Classifieds Game.
After a long hiatus, Noel and Mark are back, with news of modified cars, find dubious interior colours in the Classifieds Game, and wonder if they want the upcoming M3 Estate enough to get over its new nose design...
Noel and Mark discuss the Bentley Flying Spur in this week's Hot Topic, learn of some interesting cases of component sharing between unlikely cars, and go in search of the most fun to be had for under 100 bhp in the Classifieds Game.
The guys discuss a new Koenigsegg concept, the future powertrains of fast Fords, and find some unexpected imported cars in the Classifieds Game.
The first regular episode to be recorded remotely, Mark and Noel discuss the impact of the current pandemic on the automotive industry, and find some staggering modified cars in the Classifieds Game.
As the world goes into lockdown, we bring the first episode in a new series, called Technical Talks. In this episode, we give a high level overview of how turbochargers work, and how they are used.
Another episode in the Racing Car Stories series. This edition focuses on electrification in motorsport, from the hybrid powertrains in Formula 1, to the upcoming electric rallycross cars.
Geneva Motorshow Special - even though the show itself was cancelled, there was plenty of news to discuss!
The boys discuss the aesthetics of the Pagani Imola, the future of downsized turbocharged engines, and whether or not people should buy second hand electric cars.
Mark brings news of a possible rebirth of the Porsche 914, Noel learns of another possible entrant into the new hypercar endurance racing category, and the two discuss the imminent dawn of the electric vehicle age.
Noel brings news of a new Raptor truck from Ford, Mark learns of Elon Musk's massive pay package, and the two find more interesting hybrids than expected in this episode's Classifieds Game.
To celebrate the start of 2020, this special episode is an attempt to pick the best car of the past decade.
Mark shocks Noel with news from AMG, they both ponder the name "Owl" for a hypercar, and find some disastrously coloured cars in the Classifieds Game.
Mark brings news of contrasting directions for Audi and Ferrari, Noel introduces Utes to the Snog/Marry/Avoid game, and they both fall in love with their choices of "project daily driver" in the Classifieds Game.
Noel chooses between different vintages of BMW M3 in this episode's edition of Snog/Marry/Avoid, Mark brings news of a Brabus with ludicrous torque, and they both go for unexpected (i.e. not German) manufacturers in the Classifieds Game.
After a lengthy break, Mark and Noel are back! This is a catch up episode, focusing on the news that they have missed over the last few weeks, including an electric Porsche, a hybrid Lamborghini and a very fast Bugatti.
Mark brings news of a mighty new Lotus, Noel's Classifieds Game takes on an Italian theme, and they both get quite excited about the new mid-engined Corvette.
Goodwood Festival of Speed special, as the guys discuss their highlights from this year's event. The Classifieds game is not forgotten, looking at cars with many and few seats.
Noel brings ugly cars to the Snog/Marry/Avoid Game, Mark brings news of a new Ford Puma that is definitely not a replacement for the old Ford Puma, and each of them builds a surprisingly good 3 car garage for £5,000.
Mark learns of the crazy power outputs in the latest offering from Ultima, Noel has to choose between hideous convertibles in the Snog/Marry/Avoid game, and in honour of the 50th episode, the two square off for the first time in a Classifieds Challenge.
Noel brings extraordinary news of an off-road Lamborghini Huracan, Mark finds a selection of cars with wooden steering wheels, and the two of them are once again staggered by the achievements of the Volkswagen ID R.
Mark finds yet another modified van, Noel begins to come around to the Skoda Superb, and the two of them discuss which of the Audi RS6, BMW M5 and Mercedes E63 they would Snog/Marry/Avoid.
Noel finds the most pointlessly modified car in history, Mark fawns over classic alfa romeos, and they are both excited by some more offerings from Mountune.
Mark brings news of a detuned BMW, Noel hears of a car for Japanese royalty, and they both are horrified at some of Noel's finds in this edition of the Classifieds Game.
Noel asks whether Lexus are late to the MPV game or first to the luxury MPV game, Mark finds many obnoxious cars on sale for up to £50,000, and a new game is introduced to the podcast.
Marks wonders why anyone would want to ride in the back of a Mercedes A45 AMG rather than drive it, Noel finds some cars that are fun in the real world, and the two take a look at a unique Ferrari.
Noel brings news of a not-so-secret supercar from the USA, Mark pines for the Ford Fiesta ST again and the guys have a good laugh at the Citroen C3 Pluriel.
Mark ambitiously proposes the Audi A2 for the Hall of Fame, Noel unleashes his scorn on four seater convertibles, and has there ever been a more British sounding car than the Lister Knobbly?
Noel brings news of a modified Range Rover, Mark finds an old podcast favourite in the Classifieds Game and the pair discuss whether or not the Porsche Carrera GT should go in the Hall of Fame.
Noel plunges into the world of JDM people carriers in this week's edition of the Classifieds Game, Mark hankers for the new Ford Fiesta ST and its Mountune upgrade package, and the two discuss whether the Renault Espace is worthy of the Hall of Fame.
Special episode, covering the major news stories from the recent Geneva Motorshow. Plus Mark delves into the world of red cars in this week's edition of the Classifieds Game.
Noel finds surprisingly good GT cars for surprisingly little money, Mark puts the Ford F150 up for discussion for the Hall of Fame/Hall of Shame, and the Hispano Suiza saga continues.
Mark plays a bit fast and loose with the term "supercar" in the Classifieds Game, Noel wonders why Morgan bother camouflaging their prototypes and the pair are both intrigued by the controversy surrounding the two cars both claiming to be Hispano Suiza.
Noel takes the Classifieds Game on an 80s odyssey, Mark brings news of very expensive supercars and they discuss how much of a game changer the first modern Mini was.
After a short break, Mark and Noel are back! Mark finds some interesting estate cars for under £7,500, Noel learns of the return of Hispano Suiza, and they discuss whether the Porsche Cayenne goes into the Hall of Fame or Hall of Shame.
The guys discuss the new Toyota Supra (again), pick over Porsche's sales figures and introduce a new feature to the podcast.
The pair discuss a couple of designs from Italdesign, complete their dream 10-car garages and welcome the return of the Classifieds Game!
New Year Special, in which Mark, Noel and Ciaran pick The Car Podcast's Car of the Year for 2018!
Another special episode, with the 4th instalment in the Racing Car Stories series. Noel and guest Ciaran talk about the Subaru Impreza in both road and rally guises.
Mark gawps at an electric Audi, Noel vents his anger over the Nissan Juke and the pair surprise each other with the latest additions to their dream garages.
Special episode, with the third instalment of the Racing Car Stories feature. This episode is all about active/moveable aerodynamic devices, and a selection of Formula 1 cars that most famously used them. Achieving the best aerodynamic performance is critical to any racing car, and these cars took these ideas further than most.
Noel tells of a great car documentary series he has found, Mark learns that JLR have a cure for motion sickness, and the two of them agree that aftermarket "eyelids" have never made a car look better.
Marks brings news of a superbly named crate engine, Noel shares his thoughts on the new Range Rover Evoque, and the two of them have very different opinions about the Citroen Cactus.
Noel sticks with a British theme for his news this week, Mark reports on possibly the best-named business plan in history, and the pair get sidetracked by Japanese Domestic Market headlights.
Mark picks a movie for the real petrolheads in this week's film recommendation, Noel's news goes into the world of motorcycles and the pair discuss the potential pros and cons of autonomous car racing.
Noel finds a new horror from the car modifiers commonly known as Mansory, Mark confesses to his guiltiest pleasure yet and the two of them agonise over what exotic cars to include in their dream four car garages.
Mark calls out Aston Martin for using the name "Superleggera" on its DBS, Noel confesses to a love of centre-lock wheels and they both give their dream 3 car garages.
This episode looks back at some highlights from the early days of the podcast, including Noel's rant on "Stance" cars, Mark's love for the Fiat Multipla and the discovery of the Smart Roadster Brabus Roadster Coupe Racing (yes, that is what it's called...).
Noel breaks the classifieds game budget to find the best naturally aspirated engines you can buy, Mark feels truly guilty about his love of coloured markings on tyres and they discuss the tragic state of the Bloodhound land speed record project.
Mark discovers some massive engines for tiny prices, Noel is back from holiday with his gears ground by continental parking etiquette, and the pair discuss ludicrously modified SUVs and pick-up trucks.
Special episode, with the second instalment of the Racing Car Stories feature. This episode is all about Top Fuel Drag Racing cars, simply the fastest accelerating vehicles on land, water or air. The performance of these incredible cars is unbelieveable, as is the engineering behind them.
Noel brings some choice selections from the world of Japanese cars to the Classifieds Game, Mark finds another car with a silly name, and the two of them disagree on the aesthetic merit of the Mercedes CLK GTR. Apologies for some dodgy audio this week, there was a microphone malfunction!
Mark gets nostalgic about a video game that genuinely has "DUB Edition" in its name, Noel predicts when road cars will reach 400mph and they both are immensely excited by, of all things, the original Toyota Previa.
Noel finds some genuinely surprising cars for just £500, Mark "grinds his gears" over the Mini Clubman and they both recount their hire car experiences from recent holidays.
Noel is back from holiday, but Mark is away, so Noel gives some quick previews of what to expect on the next few weeks' episodes. That includes an upcoming special feature, which will be a chance to put your questions to the special guest.
Special episode, featuring a chat about the Gumball 3000 with the man behind the Car Torques YouTube channel, Dan Weiss. The 2018 edition of the rally went from England to Japan, via Italy, and Dan was at the launch in Covent Garden, London. He tells us about the cars he saw, and the ways in which they were decorated for the occasion.
Special episode, with the first ever Racing Car Stories feature on the Porsche 917. Arguably the most successful racing car in history, the Porsche 917 was dominant in various forms of sportscar racing in the 1970s. Even by the standards of today, it is quite a machine, and it has a tale to match.
Mark calls out people selling broken cars as "projects", Noel figures out the top 10 selling cars in the UK and they both wish the latest car from Lister had kept the name Thunder.
Noel finds the most extreme motoring experience he can for £20,000, Mark learns of a man who owns 24 Aston Martin Lagondas (yes, 24!) and the two of them debate which cars should be fitted with a roll cage, and which shouldn't.
Mark finds the best convertible for under £10,000 to suit the great summer weather, Noel discovers an astonishing new material for car interiors and they disagree over the merit of gigantic SUVs.
Noel has the definitive answer on what is the best car to cover all purposes (and it isn't the VW Golf GTi), Mark mourns the demise of the Vauxhall Cascada and they are both blown away by the price of the latest Pagani Zonda.
Mark goes in search of some "Italian Flair" for under £7,500, Noel decides that four is the magic number for exhaust tips and the boys discuss their weird and wacky highlights from the 2018 Goodwood Festival of Speed.
Noel finds some luxury cars at suspiciously low prices, Mark proclaims that all American sports cars must have "go-faster" stripes and they grind their gears over those drivers who are the ruin of British country roads.
Mark finds classifieds adverts for some (debatably) cool cars, Noel admits to a silly driving habit in his Clio 197 and they are collectively astounded by Porsche's new Nordschleife lap record.
Noel takes offence at the poor taste of some wealthy car owners, Mark confesses his love of the original Fiat Multipla and both are very impressed by Volkswagen's exploits at Pikes Peak.
Mark asks why some SUVs are pretending to be coupes, Noel has a laugh at the Smart Roadster's engine and they process the results of the 2018 Le Mans 24 Hours.
Noel shows his passion for the Mk 1 Ford Mustang, Mark finds a knock-off Lamborghini Urus, and they both get confused by the world of "Stance".
Mark and Noel ask why people put false badges on their cars, discuss the Datsun 240Z and hear about an electric Maserati.
The first ever episode of The Car Podcast! Noel and Mark configure an Aston Martin, moan about seat controls and set the inaugural Classifieds Challenge.