Did Jeep accidentally build one of the best hot hatches of the last 40 years? It's is smaller than a Mk8 GTI and could be had with a bulletproof 4.0L inline-six and 5-speed transmission. Can it possibly give the quintessential VW hot-hatch a run for its money? We’ll talk Jeep XJ Cherokee, its origins, and all 8 generations of GTI – from the 16v 2.0L, to the ... Show More
Aug 18
Car Week Kickoff At Motorlux — The Carmudgeon Show w/ Jason Cammisa & Derek Tam-Scott — Ep. 201
Jason and Derek escape the studio this week to record from Hagerty's Motorlux event, the kickoff to Monterey Car Week 2025. We join them at this year's highlighted Bruno Sacco display, featuring designs that defined Mercedes-Benz in the 80's, 90's, and 2000's. The legacy of Sacco ... Show More
37m 51s
Apr 2025
Land Rover's Rugged Beginnings
A British motoring icon made its debut at the Amsterdam Motor Show on 30th April, 1948: the Land Rover. The UK’s first off-road vehicle (that wasn’t a tractor!) had been sketched in sand by its creator, Maurice Wilks. Heavily inspired by the American Willys Jeep, the first Land R ... Show More
12m 10s
Aug 12
Top 5 Sports Cars Under $50K, The First Sports Car, The Aging Fleet | Episode 1,007
The guys start a new ‘recommendation’ series about the top cars, trucks and SUVs they would buy. This episode begins with sports cars, and they each name and discuss the reasons for their top 5. They also debate first sports cars for Michael in LA, who has finally decided it’s ti ... Show More
1h 51m
Apr 2025
McMurtry Spéirling SMOKES the Porsche GT3 RS
Matt Farah from "The Smoking Tire" joins Spike and Zuckerman as they dive into luxury cars, electric speedsters, and car show highlights. From baldness comparisons to a Bentley Flying Spur review and the shocking McMurtry Spéirling that beat a Porsche 911 GT3 RS, this episode bri ... Show More
1h 12m
Mar 2025
We Bought the Untouched E39 BMW M5
Zuckerman just scored a unicorn—a Dakar Yellow E39 BMW M5 with only 633 ORIGINAL MILES! Spike, Zuckerman, and guest Drew Leslie from EAG break down the absurd negotiation process, the restoration challenges, and whether this car is too perfect to drive. Plus, Spike dishes on his ... Show More
1h 9m
Jun 25
Alpine A110: The Best Sportscar You Can’t Buy
Spike and Jonny are joined by Zack Klapman from The Smoking Tire Podcast for a three-car extravaganza, reviewing the Alpine A110, Mercedes AMG GT 63 S E Performance, and Audi A3. Highlights include Jonny's hilarious story about his misadventures in Russia with Land Rover, debates ... Show More
56m 9s
Jun 4
The 2026 GT2 RS Might Hit $500K?
Jonny and Zuckerman rejoin Spike to discuss the disastrous reopening of PCH, the upcoming EV Yugo, and the spotted footage of the 2026 Porsche 911 GT2 RS. Plus, Zuckerman offers legal wisdom on everything from garbage truck accidents to pothole damage claims. ____________________ ... Show More
1h 11m
Dec 2024
957: Turbo Jackets Exist, Depreciation Is Your Friend Again, The Name Means ‘Shark’
The guys make discoveries at the PRI Show in Indianapolis! They debate options for a third shared car for Christopher P. in the Pacific Northwest, who still needs fun for he and his wife. Then, the guys help save Cathy O. from her fourth Subaru Forester! Social media questions as ... Show More
49m 43s
Oct 2024
937: Cheap Magic Carpet, Do YOU Have Camry Regret, The Sweet Cylinder
If all you need is a comfortable, luxurious cruiser, why not consider an older great GT sedans or coupe? Eric S. writes about his search for an aged, reliable magic carpet. Then, Alden A. feels like he went ‘full practical’ too soon in life, so the guys help him find a fun all-ar ... Show More
50m 58s