That new car show with the fat hipster... - Page 3

defector · 12-17-2010, 08:32 PM

^^^
Why do I feel like I am just watching the same episodes from before, only with American cars?

pauldun170 · 12-17-2010, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by defector

^^^
Why do I feel like I am just watching the same episodes from before, only with American cars?

Do you really need an answer?

Captain Morgan · 12-17-2010, 09:02 PM

I watch it because I don't have BBCA anymore. It's in the top tier (or second to top) on Dish and was the only channel I watched that was above the very bottom tier. Didn't feel like paying $25 per month just for one channel that only carried one show that I watch. So I'll settle for the American version, at least until it gets cancelled after the first season.

Gas Man · 12-18-2010, 10:11 AM

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Originally Posted by Dave

And thus a shit show gains the ratings to remain mediocre

Yes but below is why.

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Originally Posted by CasterTroy

With all the ghey bullshit they are putting on network TV (Dancing with the stars, Skating with the stars, Stranded on an island with wannabe stars, stuck in a house with nobodies, who wants to marry an attention whore) even as bad as these guys seem to suck the show itself is 20x better than whats on any more

^^^^

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Originally Posted by tallywacker

I like that hennessy raptor 600 truck.

Me too! Makes me want that truck! Until I have to refill the petro tank!

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Originally Posted by pauldun170

Next episode looks promising
http://jalopnik.com/5714503/top-gear...-fiero-cutlass

Yes, I love the old fiero's. Even if they are junk.

neebelung · 12-19-2010, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Gas Man

This minus Tanner who at least adds driving creditability.

This.

I'll admit, I don't hate it as much as I thought I would, but then I've only watched one episode. I don't WANT to like it, because honestly there's no NEED for it (other than to show us cars we can actually get in the US).

goof2 · 12-20-2010, 02:19 PM

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Originally Posted by tallywacker

I like that hennessy raptor 600 truck.

I liked it as well and they do make a twin turbo Raptor 800 too. There are some not good stories floating around the interwebs about serious problems dealing with Hennessy though.

ETA: In my opinion the show has become better than it was initially. While the hosts still aren't as comfortable as they could be, especially when doing voice overs, their interaction with each other has improved. I thought the most recent episode about the best past American car was the best one yet and it made me genuinely laugh a few times. Of course much of it is derivative from the UK version but that shouldn't come as any surprise. I will continue to watch and with the last few episodes doing so wasn't a chore. I also suspect it will continue to improve as the season goes along.

tallywacker · 12-20-2010, 05:35 PM

I like this newest episode best, the show is growing on me. It was actually pretty funny.

derf · 12-20-2010, 05:48 PM

Its gotten better since the first episode, but still not great. Really it wouldnt be bad had I never seen top gear uk, iIkeep comparing the two

Gas Man · 12-20-2010, 07:00 PM

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Originally Posted by derf

Its gotten better since the first episode, but still not great. Really it wouldnt be bad had I never seen top gear uk, iIkeep comparing the two

This... exactly this!

12-17-2010, 08:32 PM	#21
defector My balls, your chin Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: The desert of Az Moto: 929, SV650, YZ250 Posts: 1,917	^^^ Why do I feel like I am just watching the same episodes from before, only with American cars? __________________ Reading this signature may give you special powers, including the ability to run through walls. You should try it immediately.

12-20-2010, 05:35 PM	#27
tallywacker Virtual Machine Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: PA Moto: 2010 Ducati Hypermotard Posts: 1,698	I like this newest episode best, the show is growing on me. It was actually pretty funny. __________________

12-17-2010, 09:02 PM	#23
Captain Morgan Let's do another U-turn Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: Indiana Moto: 2009 V-Strom Posts: 3,816	I watch it because I don't have BBCA anymore. It's in the top tier (or second to top) on Dish and was the only channel I watched that was above the very bottom tier. Didn't feel like paying $25 per month just for one channel that only carried one show that I watch. So I'll settle for the American version, at least until it gets cancelled after the first season.

12-20-2010, 05:48 PM	#28
derf token jewboy Join Date: Nov 2008 Moto: CBR 900, KLR ugly ass duckling, Gas Man Posts: 10,799	Its gotten better since the first episode, but still not great. Really it wouldnt be bad had I never seen top gear uk, iIkeep comparing the two