Did Top Gear never make an episode on the FD3S?
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haha, ofcourse they depreciate, they're all made in India now
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thing is, clarkson doesnt actually know how an engine works, he said in one interview that he has never had to learn, he just knows fuel and air go in and power(or magic as he called it) happens
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CharlieUK, I'm sure most Americans take it all in stride and laugh at the jokes too. I personally think it's hilarious when ever Clarkson off-handedly mentions something to the effect of all Americans are obese. Of course it's not true, but it is a funny stereotype (then you walk into the local Walmart and you start to think he's got something). Most of our TV programming is based on making fun of people so we're kind of used to it.
Beside the fact that it is an Awesome show, it's cool to watch a something from another country too. We get the show over here through BBC America (Cable) and I DVR it every week. The only part I'm not too fond of is the bit "Star in a reasonably priced car" because most of the time I've never heard of them. Not that they aren't entertaining, just that they could be some person they pulled from the crowd and I'd never know.
I love the show and really don't care what they think of the FD. Seriously... these guys are in love with the Ford Mondeo which is essentially the UK version of the Ford Contour.
My only beef with them is theyreally need to include an Ultima GTR to their Supercars list. After them running the FXX which isn't even a street car it is just ridiculous that they won't let it on the track.
Favorite quote from the Vietnam episode: "The rain is making a really annoying sound on my colander"
Beside the fact that it is an Awesome show, it's cool to watch a something from another country too. We get the show over here through BBC America (Cable) and I DVR it every week. The only part I'm not too fond of is the bit "Star in a reasonably priced car" because most of the time I've never heard of them. Not that they aren't entertaining, just that they could be some person they pulled from the crowd and I'd never know.
I love the show and really don't care what they think of the FD. Seriously... these guys are in love with the Ford Mondeo which is essentially the UK version of the Ford Contour.
My only beef with them is theyreally need to include an Ultima GTR to their Supercars list. After them running the FXX which isn't even a street car it is just ridiculous that they won't let it on the track.
Favorite quote from the Vietnam episode: "The rain is making a really annoying sound on my colander"
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in summary it looked like a good way to start, being a fan of the UK top gear i thought it was successfull. they recreated the studio set and everything. but, it never aired. effects of the writers strike = american gladiator to fill the spot. that and it actually didnt get much interest in the US, which is suprising, but i think the writers strike had a hand in the lack of interest. just not the right time i guess. i think you can google or even youtube some evidence of it, i cant at work unfortunately.
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So to answer you question nah it doesn't bug me one bit as I actually find it funny. But honestly I think the jokes/attitude comes from still being butt hurt that we broke off from the motherland and became a world superpower.
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i dont think ive ever seen an FD review on top gear ,but i think they should do one comparing the Fd 2JZ 300zx and then maybe compare those to todays japanese sports cars like the 350z and sti and evos.
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You know I met a handful brits here in San Diego (really just a handful as we dont get too many way over here). Usually in no time flat they make a crack at the U.S. I had noticed that prior to even watching top gear.
So to answer you question nah it doesn't bug me one bit as I actually find it funny. But honestly I think the jokes/attitude comes from still being butt hurt that we broke off from the motherland and became a world superpower.
So to answer you question nah it doesn't bug me one bit as I actually find it funny. But honestly I think the jokes/attitude comes from still being butt hurt that we broke off from the motherland and became a world superpower.
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LOL, It's not just the British. Take a trip pretty much anywhere and see what they think of F350 Super Duty crew cabs, The Gap and Americans in general.
Actually, in my experience/travels, most people are cool with American people but down on the American government.
me too.
Actually, in my experience/travels, most people are cool with American people but down on the American government.
me too.