logo
episode-header-image
Jul 2023
58m 15s

The Raptor R is Jason's Favorite Car — T...

Hagerty Media
About this episode

There's something wonderful about driving a vehicle that's the opposite of all the things you love. And for Jason, that's the Ford F-150 Raptor R.


=

This episode of the Carmudgeon show is sponsored by Lucid Motors, who has special lease and finance offers on available 2023 models of the Lucid Air Touring and Grand Touring. Visit lucidmotors.com for offer details.

=


Jason, lover of simple, lightweight, nimble sports cars, is enamored of the Raptor R — even more so than the Bronco Raptor. Why? Because it's unabashedly what a Raptor should be. And everything that Jason ostensibly hates in cars:


It's heavy, it's inefficient, it's loud, it's an automatic, it has forced induction, it doesn't go around corners or stop, and it's huge. But it's also perfect.


Jason's highway encounter with a Rolls-Royce Cullinan made for some of the biggest laughter he's ever experienced in a car, and this leads the boys to discuss cars they love that are out of sync with what they typically appreciate.

Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Up next
Oct 6
Why The Malaise Era Was Actually Good — Carmudgeon w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 207
The Malaise Era, a period of the US auto industry from the early 1970s to the mid 1980s, was certainly not one that garners much enthusiasm or celebration from your typical modern day car enthusiast. The rather abrupt introduction of stricter emissions and safety standards, plus ... Show More
1h 13m
Sep 29
Special Guests, Dustin and John From Driveway Finds! — Carmudgeon w/ Jason Cammisa & DTS — Ep. 206
Hagerty has a new show on the block - Driveway Finds! And it just so happens that its hosts/creators, Dustin Hallinan and John Brito, live a short drive away from The Carmudgeon Show studio. Chaos ensues. But maybe not in the way you’d think… === This episode is sponsored by Batt ... Show More
1h 34m
Sep 22
Vonnen’s Porsche 911 Does The Unthinkable — Carmudgeon w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 205
Air-cooled Porsche 911s are wonderful to drive. With charming handling characteristics, bank vault build quality, and often cheerfully entertaining powertrains, it’s no surprise that they’re a hot commodity in the collector car marketplace with millions of fans around the world. ... Show More
59m 15s
Recommended Episodes
Oct 2016
136: Complete All-Arounder for John, 4-Door Fun Car for Jason, Hot Wheels Film Script
John is looking for a car to truly do everything?all for a budget of $25k. The guys discuss options and get creative choices. Jason in WI requires a 4-door that is still fun for he & his family. And then more discussion involving the announced Hot Wheels film (without a script), ... Show More
1h 4m
Feb 2017
169: Apex Hunting Vol. I, What's Too Many Cars?, Toyota Making Fun Cars Again?
There are many 'best driving roads' around the world, and Todd & Paul share some of their favorites, but they want to know yours! Jay also writes to the guys about his collection and dilemma?sounds like he needs refreshing choices. And the wrap-up questions include Toyota making ... Show More
1h 7m
Oct 2022
Dream Drives
Send Car-Chum a TextEver heard a motoring journalist hum Abba?  Ever wondered what a Dodge Charger Hellcat is really like?  Ever needed to pass an hour with no effort at all?  If the answer is yes to any of those, try the latest Car-Chum podcasts.   Tony and Mike crank out a few ... Show More
48m 24s
Jul 2019
Ruining Jason's New Tesla
David surprises Jason with a new Tesla, then proceeds to wrap it in Jason's genitals. The guys hit the Lion King premiere and David tries to get the perfect picture of Beyonce. Jason goes on vacation with his ex-wife and David questions how much Jason spends on the whole trip. Pl ... Show More
45m 50s
Feb 2021
Adam’s New Lincoln + Ford Raptor & Cadillac V8 Manual
Adam and Matt start the show off talking about M1 street cars. Adam gives an update on the Lincoln Aviator Black Label and compares some of its bells and whistles with that of his Z car. They get into some exciting new car announcements including the new Ford Raptor and the new s ... Show More
39m 31s
May 2021
'Big Oly’ Bronco + Steve McQueen’s 917K & James Dean’s Transaxle
Adam and Matt kick off the show talking about Matt’s experience driving the new Audi RS6 Avant. Next the guys get into some hot auction stuff. They touch on 1969 Ford Bronco ‘Big Oly’ that was sold for $1.87M, James Dean’s Transaxle that is selling for 150k, and Steve McQueen’s ‘ ... Show More
48m 15s
Dec 2021
The Last Shelby Cobra
Kevin and Willie welcome the “Father of the Ford GT” Chris Theodore for a special extended conversation chronicling his remarkable career in the automotive industry. The “engineer’s engineer,” Theodore has been a driving force behind some of the greatest vehicles of the 20th Cent ... Show More
1 h
Feb 2024
#2416: Debbie's Automotive Impressions
Debbie's Toyota has a brake noise, and because she lives near a repair shop she's become very accomplished at mimicking various automotive sounds. It's music to our ears on this episode of the Best of Car Talk. Get access to hundreds of episodes in the Car Talk archive when you s ... Show More
35m 37s
Sep 2021
Tesla Plaid + Ford Raptor Reactions
Alistair Weaver of Edmunds.com returns to give share his experience driving the Tesla Plaid and the yoke steering wheel. The guys also chat about the Ford Raptor. 
58m 15s
Mar 2024
#2418: The Great Montreal Hotel Fire
Stephanie wants to squeeze Mom for finishing off her ailing clutch, Bill's Blazer is belching a bit of smoke and Ray recounts the tale of 'The Great Montreal Hotel Fire' that consumed his Ford LTD -or so he thought, all on this episode of the Best of Car Talk. Get access to hundr ... Show More
35m 33s