IanMan Report post Posted February 11, 2016 I think I just became more of a Fifth Gear fan. I'm excited to hear from Sabine and LeBlanc, but that's about it. Not sure how I feel about the other hosts. On a lighter note: Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ameer Report post Posted February 11, 2016 I had no idea Chris Harris was that short, always seemed to me like he was of above average height. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted February 11, 2016 I don't think they have enough presenters. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Boy Report post Posted February 11, 2016 Matt is actually a big car guy. Has modded Porsches for years and when the old Top Gear closed he was top of the leaderboard. This is the thing, again, people write it off without seeing a show. The show had a chemistry between those three which came from years of working together. No way can a show straight off the bat have that genuine appeal, that is where the American Version messed up so the show will be Chris Evans and then mixing up the presenters to keep it fresh. Also the BBC are learning from the Clarkson problem, not making the presenters the sole focus point of the show and going back to the ORIGINAL format of Top Gear. Also did you actually think it was Clarkson actually sliding it around the track in the car? Nope. I like Clarkson but at the same time I hope this new show can be a hit without him. Annoyed by his arrogance and the unconditional worship his fans give him. And now suddenly Hammond and May are irreplaceable superstars? How spoiled we all are....a car show has to have riveting personalities. I remember as a kid in '88 stumbling onto Motorweek and being excited. If you've never watched , catch a few minutes on YouTube, lol. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted February 19, 2016 Matt Leblanc vs Chris Evans Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CRXLoon Report post Posted February 20, 2016 Final line up Cue it will be rubbish, it is finished, I am never going to watch it and all other moans Bloody Hell; is one of them a girl? Whatever next? A German, (Fawlty)? Certainly willing to give them the opportunity to make something of this; the Beeb have given us some great products over recent years, (discounting claptrap such as The Voice, or Strictly Cum Dancing). However, if it is shite, then it will be evident within the first four shows or so. Of course, there will be the inevitable backlash if it becomes a success; we English love to build 'em up & knock 'em down again, but at least it keeps the talent fresh that way. (A bit worried about the inclusion of Eddie J, tho; he was genuinely cringe-worthy when attempting to appear controversial reporting F1...). Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted February 20, 2016 Bloody Hell; is one of them a girl? Whatever next? A German, (Fawlty)? Certainly willing to give them the opportunity to make something of this; the Beeb have given us some great products over recent years, (discounting claptrap such as The Voice, or Strictly Cum Dancing). However, if it is shite, then it will be evident within the first four shows or so. Of course, there will be the inevitable backlash if it becomes a success; we English love to build 'em up & knock 'em down again, but at least it keeps the talent fresh that way. (A bit worried about the inclusion of Eddie J, tho; he was genuinely cringe-worthy when attempting to appear controversial reporting F1...). Completely agree. The thing with Eddie, 9/10 he said something batshit crazy and broke a major rumour story it actually turned out to be true. But yes, worried about his inclusion but with BBC dropping F1 and David Coulthard moving with his production company to Channel 4 the mad Irish eejit had to something to pay for his yacht's upkeep. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
zack Report post Posted February 20, 2016 Final line up Cue it will be rubbish, it is finished, I am never going to watch it and all other moans . I will definitely watch it..... right up until the point where Evans brings on one of his kids. In fact would anybody like to make a small wager with me on how long it will be into the first episode until Evans makes reference to one of his kids? I've got £10 says it will happen within the first 7 minutes. it wouldn't be a total surprise if it was rubbish.... and in fact looking at that pretty strong lineup and bearing in mind the disappointment that was the last series of TFI Friday, I wonder if it wouldn't be better without Evans??? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fortis Report post Posted February 20, 2016 What's Joey doing on TG? I am confused. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Boy Report post Posted February 21, 2016 What's Joey doing on TG? I am confused. Adam Carolla would have been a much stronger casting. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
rmtn Report post Posted February 21, 2016 Top Friend I think Joey has potential to be the best of the 87 or so hosts. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHADW Report post Posted February 22, 2016 Have you guys seen Joey host the Top Gear specials? It's pretty bad and I'm generally a fan of his. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acewhip Report post Posted March 14, 2016 Have you guys seen Joey host the Top Gear specials? It's pretty bad and I'm generally a fan of his. So this is going well.... http://www.bbc.com/news/uk-england-london-35800187 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted March 31, 2016 First trailer http://www.topgear.com/car-news/top-gear-t...series-top-gear Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobberBaron Report post Posted March 31, 2016 First trailer http://www.topgear.com/car-news/top-gear-t...series-top-gear Doesn't look half bad to me! I will watch it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
zack Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Hmmmmm... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
gLA Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Its weird seeing them do all the jokes and deliveries that were so uniquely Clarkson, Hammond and May. Reliant? Throwing up at the track? Even the over the top yelling at the camera while driving are all so part of the characters from the original TG. I feel like I'm watching a comedian trying to replicate another comedians act. They should have done their own thing instead of trying to clone the original TG. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
abolfaz Report post Posted April 7, 2016 Its weird seeing them do all the jokes and deliveries that were so uniquely Clarkson, Hammond and May. Reliant? Throwing up at the track? Even the over the top yelling at the camera while driving are all so part of the characters from the original TG. I feel like I'm watching a comedian trying to replicate another comedians act. They should have done their own thing instead of trying to clone the original TG. When does the other show start? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMan Report post Posted April 8, 2016 When does the other show start? I heard it was supposed to be very soon. They've ditched a studio setting and I recently read an article about how Jeremy was almost deathly injured during a recent shoot. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
SingleSeat Report post Posted April 8, 2016 *shrug* didn't see anything that will make me want to watch it. It just comes off like they're trying too hard and smells like desperation. Plus, it looks like it has as much chemistry as the American version, which is another way of saying zero. [/gloom] ...but I can appreciate everyone's optimism for it. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted April 8, 2016 read an article about how Jeremy was almost deathly injured during a recent shoot. Faux drama. When you see the pic it is all make up. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted May 30, 2016 You know. Not that bad. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
IanMan Report post Posted May 30, 2016 You know. Not that bad. It's out finally? Do you know where someone in the US can watch it? Last I saw, the BBC site that does feature shows is limited UK citizens only. :/ Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
capt_chaos Report post Posted May 30, 2016 Watching on iplayer now which is UK only. Chris Evans is a little eager but plays against Matt's dryness. Entertainment is alright then the a web program where Harris etc go through the news segment to appeal to proper car fans. Same over drama entertainment but no worse than Clarkson and co. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
ameer Report post Posted May 30, 2016 You know. Not that bad. Watching on iplayer now which is UK only. Chris Evans is a little eager but plays against Matt's dryness. Entertainment is alright then the a web program where Harris etc go through the news segment to appeal to proper car fans. Same over drama entertainment but no worse than Clarkson and co. Not that good either. They used the same punchlines as the old TG crew, I was expecting them to do their own thing, they don't need to copy them. Matt Leblanc sucked, he was really boring to watch, Evans is cool but he tries too hard. Loved the Viper vs POS segment. They don't do the over drama entertainment like the old crew, that's why I think the show would have been better if they did their own thing with their own brand of humour, jokes etc. Interactions between the new hosts felt dry, I guess the chemistry isn't there, not yet at least, I'm open minded though, perhaps the show will get better. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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