Aussie Top Gear

Yep 135 · 10-06-2008, 09:48 PM

They are not objective enough. Seem to tip toe around the local car market so as not to upset them. The HSV v's FPV should have had a lot more objectivness. Whick car did they like, why and what were the dislikes in each of them.

Blacky · 10-06-2008, 09:53 PM

I was wondering that too about the driving style.
When we was driving the GT and spun it, for me it was like he meant to spin it for the TV, not from trying so hard that the car just went around.
I guess I can't judge because I am no racing car driver!
Good Luck to them, I guess as I wish it was me thrashing the SHIT out of the cars

Guran · 10-06-2008, 09:58 PM

I cacked myself laughing at Warren Brown's response to criticism about his small collection of rubble at the pit ... "small piles are great - when you're 80". Very sharp wit! And it's hard to go past his "fully sikh" cartoon. So far, I reckon he's been a great find for the show.

harpoon · 10-06-2008, 10:15 PM

Yeh the ford/holdenn thing...not that I care for either - but what a cop out. Too scared to alienate anyone so lets say it was a tie...very soft in my opinion.

Breville · 10-06-2008, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by harpoon

Yeh the ford/holdenn thing...not that I care for either - but what a cop out. Too scared to alienate anyone so lets say it was a tie...very soft in my opinion.

I agree; anyway we all know that Holden is better than Ford.. I like starting trouble!! :wink:

smarm · 10-07-2008, 12:35 AM

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Originally Posted by Wraith

So you'll be heading up to Sydney ??

A few friends of mine from the Opel car forum also from Melb. will be there too, they have good seating positions :smile:

Yeah, I'll be up there, also got pretty damn good seats

Breville · 10-07-2008, 01:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Breville

I agree; anyway we all know that Holden is better than Ford.. I like starting trouble!! :wink:

OT I know, but jeez - http://media.drive.com.au/?rid=42324

That's one UGLY SS!!

Alext · 10-07-2008, 02:17 AM

Ratings are down for the show apprently.

TimMc · 10-07-2008, 03:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Yep 135

They are not objective enough.

I hear you, but struth, neither is the UK show. It's more about entertainment than objectively telling us about the cars. :-)

Yep 135 · 10-07-2008, 04:06 AM

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Originally Posted by TimMc

I hear you, but struth, neither is the UK show. It's more about entertainment than objectively telling us about the cars. :-)

You recon, there are alot of 'Clarkson' one liners that arnt that kind to many cars.

imported_Dodgy · 10-09-2008, 07:52 AM

Agree it's got a long way to go, but I think show 2 was much better. Still not as overtly amusing as UK version, but as we've said many times, it took Jezza, Richard & (James) a season or so to warm up. And it really hit it's straps with their challenges, races etc.

I think a bit of patience is needed. They've made a big investment, so hopefully it will get a proper chance to make its mark.

As far as ratings go, Seinfeld rated poorly in Aus for at least 2-3 seasons. Now many consider it classic.

Time will tell.

takahashi · 10-09-2008, 08:23 AM

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Originally Posted by Breville

OT I know, but jeez - http://media.drive.com.au/?rid=42324

That's one UGLY SS!!

Someone needs to get on with their life. Leave the 80s FFS. :wink:

aedeau · 10-09-2008, 06:48 PM

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Originally Posted by takahashi

Someone needs to get on with their life. Leave the 80s FFS. :wink:

i kinda like it

xa-coupe · 10-09-2008, 10:53 PM

eeewww.. gotta give cashed up bogans something to spend their money on I suppose !

farug55 · 10-09-2008, 11:56 PM

it just doesnt look right. why cant u just b content with a normal hsv.

BMW86 · 10-10-2008, 12:51 AM

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Originally Posted by harpoon

Yeh the ford/holdenn thing...not that I care for either - but what a cop out. Too scared to alienate anyone so lets say it was a tie...very soft in my opinion.

I agree. What a gee up over no favourite between the R8 and the F6? They should have picked a winner and have been more critical of the cars in their observations and in their testings. Did they get any actual times for comparison... even possibly lap times?

I'm pretty sure in the drag race the R8 got about a second head-start as well which looked a bit dodgy. They did way too many burnouts and not enough comparisons. Bit disappointed.

Still good to see the cars side by side though.

molar · 10-10-2008, 08:53 AM

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Originally Posted by Alext

Ratings are down for the show apprently.

IMHO

This show is crap.

Not a patch on the real TG.

Tries too hard and doesn't have a character of its own.

It might improve with time, but there is a lot of improving to be done.

Yep 135 · 10-13-2008, 04:58 AM

this week........ quite enjoyable.

MikeVictor · 10-13-2008, 05:23 AM

Dear Aus TG,

I'd tried to like you, I really did, but in the end all I was saying to myself was "what were you thinking..."

takahashi · 10-13-2008, 05:25 AM

LOL

They are so lame doing drag races and dirt tracks... boring.

I feel like the best when a celebrity walks in, sit down, and bring some personality to that damb ass sitting opposite. I really annoyed by Charlie, I really do.

xa-coupe · 10-13-2008, 05:39 AM

I have to say after watching it in full for the first time:

Fail

cozza · 10-13-2008, 06:25 AM

"What were they thinking?!"

10-06-2008, 09:48 PM	#67
Yep 135 Lieutenant 11 Rep 591 Posts Drives: BMW 135 manual Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canberra iTrader: (0)	They are not objective enough. Seem to tip toe around the local car market so as not to upset them. The HSV v's FPV should have had a lot more objectivness. Whick car did they like, why and what were the dislikes in each of them.
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Blacky Lieutenant 14 Rep 472 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2006 iTrader: (0)	I was wondering that too about the driving style. When we was driving the GT and spun it, for me it was like he meant to spin it for the TV, not from trying so hard that the car just went around. I guess I can't judge because I am no racing car driver! Good Luck to them, I guess as I wish it was me thrashing the SHIT out of the cars
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Guran Captain 24 Rep 895 Posts Drives: 08 135i Coupe Join Date: May 2008 Location: Wollongong, Australia iTrader: (0)	I cacked myself laughing at Warren Brown's response to criticism about his small collection of rubble at the pit ... "small piles are great - when you're 80". Very sharp wit! And it's hard to go past his "fully sikh" cartoon. So far, I reckon he's been a great find for the show. __________________ 08 BMW 135i Sport Coupe \| Manual \| Sparkling Graphite \| Coral Red Boston Leather \| 10 Speaker Hi Fi
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harpoon Lieutenant 12 Rep 440 Posts Drives: e92 M3 Join Date: May 2008 Location: Syd iTrader: (1)	Yeh the ford/holdenn thing...not that I care for either - but what a cop out. Too scared to alienate anyone so lets say it was a tie...very soft in my opinion. __________________ E92 M3
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Alext Banned 138 Rep 2,042 Posts Drives: B M W Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Everest iTrader: (2)	Ratings are down for the show apprently.
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10-09-2008, 07:52 AM	#77
imported_Dodgy First Lieutenant 6 Rep 340 Posts Drives: SG 135i 6M Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: Melbourne iTrader: (0)	Agree it's got a long way to go, but I think show 2 was much better. Still not as overtly amusing as UK version, but as we've said many times, it took Jezza, Richard & (James) a season or so to warm up. And it really hit it's straps with their challenges, races etc. I think a bit of patience is needed. They've made a big investment, so hopefully it will get a proper chance to make its mark. As far as ratings go, Seinfeld rated poorly in Aus for at least 2-3 seasons. Now many consider it classic. Time will tell. __________________ Delivered! 1700hrs Tues May 20 2008: Sparkling Graphite, 6MT, Black Boston Leather, Accented Aluminium, Sun Roof, Pro Nav, Comfort Access.
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farug55 Private 1 Rep 63 Posts Drives: E92 325i Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: VIC iTrader: (0)	it just doesnt look right. why cant u just b content with a normal hsv.
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10-13-2008, 04:58 AM	#84
Yep 135 Lieutenant 11 Rep 591 Posts Drives: BMW 135 manual Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Canberra iTrader: (0)	this week........ quite enjoyable.
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takahashi Retired trackie 36 Rep 1,527 Posts Drives: 1///M Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Melbourne, Australia iTrader: (0)	LOL They are so lame doing drag races and dirt tracks... boring. I feel like the best when a celebrity walks in, sit down, and bring some personality to that damb ass sitting opposite. I really annoyed by Charlie, I really do. __________________ TAKA 一仔BLOGブログ: BMW 1 series M 2011! Delivered 18/11/11.
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xa-coupe Wannabe 6 Rep 268 Posts Drives: Join Date: Jun 2008 iTrader: (0)	I have to say after watching it in full for the first time: Fail
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