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pahaf · 11-30-2010, 02:32 PM

2nd show was alright.

anybody like the austrailian topgear?
1st and 2nd seasons were so-so. i just downloaded the episode where the austrailian top gear goes head to head with the brits.

ESmorz · 11-30-2010, 02:36 PM

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Originally Posted by BustedS13

tim allen adam carolla chris titus

chris allen titus carolla adam tim titus chris allen.

RUTLEDDDDGEEEEE!!!!!! TANNNNERRRR!!!! OTHER GUYYYY!!!!!!!! H8 U

chris tim carolla allen tim adam titus!!!!

Probably more $$ than the History Channel could swing.

BOROSUN · 11-30-2010, 03:30 PM

tim

adam

shaq!

Jimbo_Moone · 12-15-2010, 12:13 AM

Having now watched a few episodes, I think i like it. Not as much as the originals, but Rutledge and Adam Ferrara are amusing characters.

xBtony · 12-15-2010, 12:29 AM

watched 2 episodes with the thought that it could only get better from the first one. i was wrong. the show fails. I feel like they tried too hard and fell short everywhere. plus tanner foust is a terrible actor imo

s13dan · 12-15-2010, 12:51 AM

LOL, just watched Jeremy test the R8 and ZR-1(again). Made me miss the real deal.

I hope the American top gear gets better, and I think it will.

I know it will never be close to the original. The reason being is the cast...

AGNT84 · 12-15-2010, 12:58 AM

nothing gets better than the original top gear...
CAPT. SLOW FTW hahahha

stockbee · 12-15-2010, 07:48 AM

I made it through another episode of Top Gear America.

And that is the the problem right there. I shouldn't have to say that I "made" it through.
Watching a show should be entertaining, and effortless to watch. I just don't feel that way when I know something much more humorous and well orchestrated is in existance.

I'll never know for the life of me why we American's feel the need to "Americanize" everything in the world. haha, it's quite amazing really.

Maybe it'll get better, maybe it won't. All I know is that Jeremy Clarkson's erroneous analogies in regard to the cars he drives are far more hilarious and appreciated by me than that of Tanner Foust.

Not to mention the entire show (even when they're driving the cars) sounds SO scripted.

tricky_ab · 12-15-2010, 08:33 AM

I'll give it one more episode before I totally give up and call is a wash...I agree with what you are saying. The whole time I was thinking about shows I have on the PVR that I could be watching.

axiomatik · 12-15-2010, 10:10 AM

I think the 3rd episode with the moonshine was quite good. And the dirt racing was much more entertaining than it looked in the early commercials. 4th episode was a little flat but still interesting.

babyjesus · 12-15-2010, 10:40 AM

i like it just fine, of course not as good as BBC's version...but it's better than 1/2 the shit on TV....

their Stig intro's need serious work!!!!!!!

what happened to the good stuff like: "some say his heart is inverted, and that his teeth glow in the dark" lol

BustedS13 · 12-15-2010, 11:49 AM

so remember when they do a longest burnout competition in the second episode, and the one dude can't even lay rubber in a manual, and we thought that was sad?

skip to 2:40 in this UK Top Gear episode. it's even worse.

singlecamslam · 12-15-2010, 12:06 PM

it was an automatic, way different than stick, that dude could barely drive a stick, thats much worse.

BustedS13 · 12-15-2010, 12:11 PM

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Originally Posted by singlecamslam

it was an automatic, way different than stick, that dude could barely drive a stick, thats much worse.

okay dude. step on brake. step on gas. ease off brake.

oh man that's so hard to do.

also james launched into a ditch.

Garber · 12-15-2010, 12:30 PM

i dont think they should have named it "top gear". its obviously not gonna live up to a show that is in its bazillionsth season. the origonal sucked its first season too. just because its called top gear, everyone expects it to be jsut as good.

compared to itself, i think its an entertaining car show, and i will keep watching it. its better than most stuff on tv right now.

aziankingz · 12-15-2010, 12:51 PM

People hate it, but watch it anyway because it is about cars.. I am part of those people because it is entertaining, but still does not live up to the original's standard.. Then again, I like fast and furious and will watch every one of them, even though I think they are stupid.. lol

s13dan · 12-16-2010, 04:13 PM

^^^ Exactly why I cant help but watch it..

Same reason why I watch F&F movies and love it. Either its somewhat entertaining me or I am having a good time making fun of it with my friends.
I always see the new F&F in theaters opening day, but get totally baked before hand.

superbike81 · 12-22-2010, 12:30 AM

Judging by the preview to the new season of Top Gear UK, this show is really gonna have to step up it's game for next season (if it gets another season).

initial_jc · 12-22-2010, 09:42 AM

The downhill was pretty badarse, never really any of the host of TOP GEAR UK drive like that.

*exitspeed* · 12-22-2010, 09:50 AM

I enjoyed the new episode. Damn I wish I could have that job.

WanganRunner · 01-03-2011, 08:35 AM

I'm starting to like this show a lot.

Watching the "Florida Race" episode right now.

It obviously isn't as good as the UK version, but that's a totally unfair comparison.
the US version to anything else car-related on American TV. BLOWS everything else away, very entertaining when evaluated in a vacuum.

In three seasons, if it lasts that long, I'm convinced it's going to be an incredible show. I think there might be some cast reshuffling, and I'm okay with that, but I think they've done a very good job with this.

I just hope people give it a chance, keep watching, and I hope History Channel lets it run for awhile.

yokotas13 · 01-03-2011, 09:03 AM

ok
new episode. funny as fuck
seriously

singlecamslam · 01-03-2011, 11:05 AM

Whats the deal with UK versions stig? They had to get a baby jesus stig.

SinGarage · 01-03-2011, 11:17 AM

It hurts my eyes trying to watch this. I tried watching again last night and couldn't last 5 minutes. I cringe everytime they try to become witty.

WanganRunner · 01-03-2011, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by yokotas13

ok
new episode. funny as fuck
seriously

^^
This

The "old car GM challenge" is a total rip off from a UK Top Gear episode (egg collander, parking brake hill, etc), but it's still funny.

The minute I saw Rutledge was using a Roadmaster wagon, I knew it was going to win.

xBtony · 01-04-2011, 12:51 AM

yea the newer episode made me laugh some. gave me hope for the ones to come.

karl wasabi · 02-04-2011, 12:44 AM

No one has talked about this for a while. The season is over now, what did y'all think? lol.

BustedS13 · 02-04-2011, 12:54 AM

i liked it. they'll make some changes based on the internet's collective bitching, and it will be better next season. i don't see why everybody hates Tanner so much. none of them really have anything to say to each other yet, they just met. i'm sure they'll all start showing more personality in the future. good times the end

famous_atticus · 02-04-2011, 01:26 AM

I dislike Tanner with a passion. He reminds me of the kids whose ass i use to kick on a daily basis back in high school...lol. I met Rutledge about a year ago he lives not too far from me and I bought a set of STi coilovers from him........one word comes to mind. Douche. Why not have some real men hosting the show, REAL AMERICAN MEN. Not this diluted bitch version of what has become popular. I would rather watch reruns of the golden girls and jack my dick with sand paper than watch another episode of those snip. Anyone else feel the same...lmao! I could pick three better hosts in my sleep.

BustedS13 · 02-04-2011, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by famous_atticus

I dislike Tanner with a passion. He reminds me of the kids whose ass i use to kick on a daily basis back in high school...lol. I met Rutledge about a year ago he lives not too far from me and I bought a set of STi coilovers from him........one word comes to mind. Douche. Why not have some real men hosting the show, REAL AMERICAN MEN. Not this diluted bitch version of what has become popular. I would rather watch reruns of the golden girls and jack my dick with sand paper than watch another episode of those snip. Anyone else feel the same...lmao! I could pick three better hosts in my sleep.

12-15-2010, 12:51 AM	#126
s13dan Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Springfield, Mo Posts: 1,519 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	LOL, just watched Jeremy test the R8 and ZR-1(again). Made me miss the real deal. I hope the American top gear gets better, and I think it will. I know it will never be close to the original. The reason being is the cast... __________________ 89 240sx hatch #933-the hot rod 91 240sx coupe #131,603-the daily Last edited by s13dan; 12-16-2010 at 04:16 PM..

12-15-2010, 07:48 AM	#128
stockbee Zilvia Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Bowling Green, Ky Age: 37 Posts: 266 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	I made it through another episode of Top Gear America. And that is the the problem right there. I shouldn't have to say that I "made" it through. Watching a show should be entertaining, and effortless to watch. I just don't feel that way when I know something much more humorous and well orchestrated is in existance. I'll never know for the life of me why we American's feel the need to "Americanize" everything in the world. haha, it's quite amazing really. Maybe it'll get better, maybe it won't. All I know is that Jeremy Clarkson's erroneous analogies in regard to the cars he drives are far more hilarious and appreciated by me than that of Tanner Foust. Not to mention the entire show (even when they're driving the cars) sounds SO scripted. Last edited by stockbee; 12-15-2010 at 07:49 AM.. Reason: left something out

12-15-2010, 10:10 AM	#130
axiomatik Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: ATL Posts: 4,697 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	I think the 3rd episode with the moonshine was quite good. And the dirt racing was much more entertaining than it looked in the early commercials. 4th episode was a little flat but still interesting. __________________

12-15-2010, 10:40 AM	#131
babyjesus Zilvia Addict Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: moreno valley Posts: 716 Trader Rating: (14) Feedback Score: 14 reviews	i like it just fine, of course not as good as BBC's version...but it's better than 1/2 the shit on TV.... their Stig intro's need serious work!!!!!!! what happened to the good stuff like: "some say his heart is inverted, and that his teeth glow in the dark" lol __________________ thelittlebigblock.blogspot.com

12-15-2010, 11:49 AM	#132
BustedS13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Phoenix AZ Age: 39 Posts: 10,287 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	so remember when they do a longest burnout competition in the second episode, and the one dude can't even lay rubber in a manual, and we thought that was sad? skip to 2:40 in this UK Top Gear episode. it's even worse. __________________

11-30-2010, 02:32 PM	#121
pahaf Zilvia Member Join Date: Aug 2009 Location: Sacramento Age: 33 Posts: 181 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	2nd show was alright. anybody like the austrailian topgear? 1st and 2nd seasons were so-so. i just downloaded the episode where the austrailian top gear goes head to head with the brits.

11-30-2010, 03:30 PM	#123
BOROSUN Post Whore! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: two legit to quit Age: 43 Posts: 5,236 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	tim adam shaq!

12-15-2010, 12:13 AM	#124
Jimbo_Moone Zilvia Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: terre haute, Indiana Posts: 169 Trader Rating: (4) Feedback Score: 4 reviews	Having now watched a few episodes, I think i like it. Not as much as the originals, but Rutledge and Adam Ferrara are amusing characters.

12-15-2010, 12:29 AM	#125
xBtony Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SoCal 661 Posts: 1,481 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	watched 2 episodes with the thought that it could only get better from the first one. i was wrong. the show fails. I feel like they tried too hard and fell short everywhere. plus tanner foust is a terrible actor imo

12-15-2010, 12:58 AM	#127
AGNT84 Zilvia Member Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: South LA Posts: 231 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	nothing gets better than the original top gear... CAPT. SLOW FTW hahahha

12-15-2010, 08:33 AM	#129
tricky_ab Post Whore! Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: It's dark, and hell is hot! Posts: 9,414 Trader Rating: (23) Feedback Score: 23 reviews	I'll give it one more episode before I totally give up and call is a wash...I agree with what you are saying. The whole time I was thinking about shows I have on the PVR that I could be watching.

12-15-2010, 12:06 PM	#133
singlecamslam Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Norcal Posts: 2,534 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	it was an automatic, way different than stick, that dude could barely drive a stick, thats much worse. __________________ Nothing says racecar like a stock car with no interior.

12-15-2010, 12:30 PM	#135
Garber Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Lancaster PA Age: 35 Posts: 398 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	i dont think they should have named it "top gear". its obviously not gonna live up to a show that is in its bazillionsth season. the origonal sucked its first season too. just because its called top gear, everyone expects it to be jsut as good. compared to itself, i think its an entertaining car show, and i will keep watching it. its better than most stuff on tv right now.

12-15-2010, 12:51 PM	#136
aziankingz Nissanaholic! Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: NYC Age: 40 Posts: 1,735 Trader Rating: (28) Feedback Score: 28 reviews	People hate it, but watch it anyway because it is about cars.. I am part of those people because it is entertaining, but still does not live up to the original's standard.. Then again, I like fast and furious and will watch every one of them, even though I think they are stupid.. lol

12-16-2010, 04:13 PM	#137
s13dan Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Springfield, Mo Posts: 1,519 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	^^^ Exactly why I cant help but watch it.. Same reason why I watch F&F movies and love it. Either its somewhat entertaining me or I am having a good time making fun of it with my friends. I always see the new F&F in theaters opening day, but get totally baked before hand. __________________ 89 240sx hatch #933-the hot rod 91 240sx coupe #131,603-the daily

12-22-2010, 12:30 AM	#138
superbike81 Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Who Knows? Age: 43 Posts: 393 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Judging by the preview to the new season of Top Gear UK, this show is really gonna have to step up it's game for next season (if it gets another season).

12-22-2010, 09:42 AM	#139
initial_jc Zilvia Junkie Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Bakersfield Age: 36 Posts: 549 Trader Rating: (3) Feedback Score: 3 reviews	The downhill was pretty badarse, never really any of the host of TOP GEAR UK drive like that.

12-22-2010, 09:50 AM	#140
exitspeed aWingThing.com Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Milwaukee, WI Age: 44 Posts: 20,900 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I enjoyed the new episode. Damn I wish I could have that job. __________________ What I do for a living...www.mhrussell.com

01-03-2011, 08:35 AM	#141
WanganRunner Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: DC Metro Area Posts: 1,655 Trader Rating: (1) Feedback Score: 1 reviews	I'm starting to like this show a lot. Watching the "Florida Race" episode right now. It obviously isn't as good as the UK version, but that's a totally unfair comparison. the US version to anything else car-related on American TV. BLOWS everything else away, very entertaining when evaluated in a vacuum. In three seasons, if it lasts that long, I'm convinced it's going to be an incredible show. I think there might be some cast reshuffling, and I'm okay with that, but I think they've done a very good job with this. I just hope people give it a chance, keep watching, and I hope History Channel lets it run for awhile. __________________ SELL ME CLEAR ZENKI CORNERS: http://zilvia.net/f/wanted-buy/40034...rs-junyan.html

01-03-2011, 09:03 AM	#142
yokotas13 Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Milford, CT Age: 39 Posts: 10,519 Trader Rating: (8) Rides Gallery: yokotas13 Feedback Score: 8 reviews	ok new episode. funny as fuck seriously __________________ 2015 Subaru Outback Overlander - Wagonofdoom

01-03-2011, 11:05 AM	#143
singlecamslam Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Norcal Posts: 2,534 Trader Rating: (10) Feedback Score: 10 reviews	Whats the deal with UK versions stig? They had to get a baby jesus stig. __________________ Nothing says racecar like a stock car with no interior.

01-03-2011, 11:17 AM	#144
SinGarage Zilvia Addict Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: 818 SoCal Age: 47 Posts: 674 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	It hurts my eyes trying to watch this. I tried watching again last night and couldn't last 5 minutes. I cringe everytime they try to become witty.

01-04-2011, 12:51 AM	#146
xBtony Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Jun 2009 Location: SoCal 661 Posts: 1,481 Trader Rating: (21) Feedback Score: 21 reviews	yea the newer episode made me laugh some. gave me hope for the ones to come.

02-04-2011, 12:44 AM	#147
karl wasabi Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Walnut/SoCal Posts: 3,898 Trader Rating: (41) Feedback Score: 41 reviews	No one has talked about this for a while. The season is over now, what did y'all think? lol. __________________ Karl Wasabi Private Seller - Review Thread

02-04-2011, 12:54 AM	#148
BustedS13 Post Whore! Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Phoenix AZ Age: 39 Posts: 10,287 Trader Rating: (0) Feedback Score: 0 reviews	i liked it. they'll make some changes based on the internet's collective bitching, and it will be better next season. i don't see why everybody hates Tanner so much. none of them really have anything to say to each other yet, they just met. i'm sure they'll all start showing more personality in the future. good times the end __________________

02-04-2011, 01:26 AM	#149
famous_atticus Zilvia FREAK! Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: atlanta Age: 44 Posts: 1,145 Trader Rating: (48) Feedback Score: 48 reviews	I dislike Tanner with a passion. He reminds me of the kids whose ass i use to kick on a daily basis back in high school...lol. I met Rutledge about a year ago he lives not too far from me and I bought a set of STi coilovers from him........one word comes to mind. Douche. Why not have some real men hosting the show, REAL AMERICAN MEN. Not this diluted bitch version of what has become popular. I would rather watch reruns of the golden girls and jack my dick with sand paper than watch another episode of those snip. Anyone else feel the same...lmao! I could pick three better hosts in my sleep.