Best UK Classic Car Podcasts (2025)

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Episode 10: Car magazines, morris dancers and Tim predicts the future... 36:32

6h ago36:32

36:32

Welcome back to A Pint of Petrol... in episode 10, the boys back at the pub but there is a problem... out front are morris dancers, inside in live music and out back is a league match of Aunt Sally... thankfully, the boys manage to find a quiet corner for this week's episode. This week, Ian has brought along a collection of car magazines, one of wh…

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Bonus Episode - Take It To A Track! 10:59

1h ago10:59

10:59

Why just take your classic car to the pub or a car show when you could give it some round a track? In this bonus episode, we're at a Triumph track day at Castle Combe circuit in Wiltshire. Join us as we meet members of the TR Register and find out how track days allow you to enjoy your classics on a whole new level. Plus we don a crash helmet and t…

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Get Your Top Off! 44:26

7d ago44:26

44:26

We're back and this time around we've gone topless! Yes, the sun has been out for more than two days in a row, so we're doing a convertible special. Every car we talk about this time is a drophead, cabriolet or rag top. We’ll search out the top convertibles for summertime sunshine action and ask - what’s the fastest and most stylish way to get a bu…

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Episode 9: Ian takes Tim's Calibra Turbo to a Classic Car Meet 30:10

10d ago30:10

30:10

Welcome back to A Pint of Petrol... in episode 9, the boys are going to the Banbury Car and Bike meet in two of Tim's Calibras. There is also a special guest, Olivia, Ian's 11 year-old daughter. So, what will Ian make of Tim's precious Turbo and what will the boys find at the show... hundreds of cars and bikes turned up so sit back and end your pin…

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Episode 8: What makes a car a classic? And are they really worth the money? 32:29

19d ago32:29

32:29

Welcome back to A Pint of Petrol... in episode 8, the boys are answering the big question... make made a car a classic? According to Tim, there are three important things. They also look at the prices of classic cars, many of which have sky rocketed in recent years. Justified or not? There is a clear answer. Oh, and the doggo also steals Ian's snac…

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What’s New with the MOT? 19:13

19d ago19:13

19:13

PMM takes a look at a survey doing the rounds about proposed changes to the MOT and how the industry has reacted. We also take a look at a new phenomenon – that of the MOT desert, and chat to GOPHR, the company which has highlighted the problem. ----- To read the articles mentioned in this episode and for more Aftermarket news, check out the PMM we…

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You're A Dirty Rat 49:41

20d ago49:41

49:41

We're back and asking questions like: Which is better - a shiny classic or a dirty rat rod? Which BMW Z-car is currently a best buy? Why are modern cars so dangerous? And - where the hell is the bonnet release on an Alfa Spider? Plus we kick the tyres in person at the recent Iconics auction and also find out why Max is still getting grief from a 91…

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MOTHERS DAY SPECIAL: Our mum's cars PLUS what is the perfect parent car? 36:26

28d ago36:26

36:26

Welcome to this special episode of A Pint of Petrol... the boys are talking about the most important people in the world... that's right, our mums! Join Tim Watson and Ian Arthur as they share stories from their childhood, talk about the cars their mums owned AND answer the big question... what is the perfect parent car? Recorded in March 2025.…

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Bonus Episode - The Classic Range Rover You Need To Buy! 22:20

27d ago22:20

22:20

Send us a text Follow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk Facebook: The Tyre Kickers Finalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024By Max & Matt

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SPECIAL: Practical Classics Classic Car & Restoration Show (Plus watch on YouTube) 51:06

1M ago51:06

51:06

Welcome to this special episode of A Pint of Petrol... the boys have both taken two rusty old Vauxhalls to the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show. WATCH THIS EPISODE ON YOUTUBE - Search for Our Tim or click here: https://youtu.be/RheYAtdfmbY Ian's Monza is missing many body parts and is more rust than metal, whilst Tim's Calibra SE…

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Bonus Episode - We're At The Classic Resto Show! 14:34

1M ago14:34

14:34

We only went for a look round and we ended up making a show out of it! Join us as we weave our way around the Practical Classics, Classic Car and Restoration Show at the NEC in Birmingham. Find out what we think of barn classics, shiny tools, model cars and DIY engine maintenance. Plus we kick the tyres at the Iconics auction. There’s plenty of ban…

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It's Frumpy And Fugly! 33:44

1M ago33:44

33:44

Like rust on an old Lancia, we've returned! Coming up this time - should we crush the Rover P6 and turn it into a barbecue? Should Matt swap the engine out of his Alpine for something less noisy and drippy? What classic Range Rover does Max reckon is better than a Range Rover classic? And hear about the amazing classic car collection we found in a …

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Episode 5: Cars WE want... how the UK car parc is changing and two cars we both REALLY want... 41:55

1M ago41:55

41:55

Welcome back to A Pint of Petrol... in episode 5, the boys are looking at the UK car parc and how it is changing in more ways that we realise. There is some surprising stats and worrying facts coming up... and two cars both Ian and Tim REALLY want. Oh, and the doggo has a bit of an accident... Recorded in February 2025.…

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Episode 4: He's got £25,000 to buy a car... but there is a catch. 20:00

2M ago20:00

20:00

Welcome back to the fourth episode of A Pint of Petrol... this week, the boys are trying to help Tim's much-loved petrolhead friend Robert Denton find a new car. After his Peugeot was stolen and written off, a crowd-funding campaign raised more then £25,000 for Robert, who has autism, to get him back on the road. BUT there is a catch... the funds h…

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All The Gear And No Idea 34:54

2M ago34:54

34:54

Would you wear a flying jacket and goggles to pilot your classic? Is the Batmobile better than the Bond car? And is there a hack to get a fully restored classic at a bargain price? All these questions and more get answered this episode as we celebrate the arrival of Spring and also car heaters that work. Hit play and enjoy Ep 26! Send us a text Fol…

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Episode 3: Depreciation Disaster! These BRAND NEW cars & vans have LOST THOUSANDS! 36:58

2M ago36:58

36:58

Welcome back to the third episode of A Pint of Petrol. Ian is in the driving seat this week and has found several brand new cars and vans that have LOST THOUSANDS off their list price. This is even before they have had a SINGLE OWNER, and some have covered just ONE MILE. Ian also shares a new heritage scheme from Renault and Tim sets them both a ch…

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Original Equipment: What’s the Big Deal? 19:11

2M ago19:11

19:11

PMM takes a deep dive into the subject of original equipment, separating fact from fiction and weighing up the eternal question: What’s the big deal? ----- To read the articles mentioned in this episode and for more Aftermarket news, check out the PMM website at https://pmmonline.co.ukBy Hamerville Media Group

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Episode 2: Possibly the BEST car advert in years... 30:49

2M ago30:49

30:49

Welcome back to A Pint of Petrol. Recorded in February 2025, the second episode picks up from where we left off in Episode 1, with a closer look at our first cars... We also discuss one of the best car adverts either of us have seen in years and discuss one of the most dangerous elements of the Electric Vehicle...…

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Episode 1: How your First Car has changed and what Gen-Z really wants in theirs... 25:56

2M ago25:56

25:56

Welcome to the very first episode of A Pint of Petrol. Recorded in February 2025, this first episode looks at our First Cars and how these have changed the years. Auto Trader recently surveyed 1,000 17-25 year olds and 1,000 47-55 year olds today, who were aged 17-25 in 1994. How have things changed in the last 30 years and what does Gen Z really w…

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Want Some Salt With That? 41:21

2M ago41:21

41:21

We're back and asking - why don't more of us have the grit to run our classics over winter? What classic would you order to taxi you home from the pub? And is the time right to buy a classic V8? Plus, enjoy listening to Max squirm after saying all Moggies should be crushed. There's also auction action and your comments and corrections. It's a great…

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We’re Back - And Having A Minor Argument! 43:55

3M ago43:55

43:55

We're back with Season 2 - and we're already arguing over classic cars. Max wants to crush all Morris Minors; Matt thinks he's an idiot. Max is also worried that all classics are going to made evil by the eco brigade. Is he right? Also, we've find some peaches coming up for auction and we find out which country loves this podcast and which one coul…

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Would you Open a Workshop in 2025? 41:27

3M ago41:27

41:27

With rising costs on one hand and ageing vehicles on the other, there are upsides and downsides to taking the plunge on starting a car repair business this year. We discuss the matter with Matt Wrankmore from FixMyCar and our special guest host for this episode, Phil Curry, editor at AutoRepairFocus. Most importantly, though, what counts is your op…

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S1:E1 "PILOT" 1:04:21

3M ago1:04:21

1:04:21

Welcome to the first Episode of the BAHN Finder Podcast where Josh, Mossi and Jordan sit down to welcome you to the format of the show and get straight to business. In this episode. They kick things off with KEEP / SELL / DESTROY Up next, JLR and what's going on closing down production? Then FISKER, going going, gone? After this, they discuss new c…

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S1:E2 "CAR TRENDS" 1:31:10

3M ago1:31:10

1:31:10

The team returns in episode 2 to discuss car tends that need to stop and the new BMW M5, Is it too big to fail? In this episode. They kick things off with KEEP / SELL / DESTROY Up next, BMW M5, is it too big to fail? Aston Martin were reported to be losing £1.2m per day but do those numbers stack up? After this they discuss some car news including …

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S1:E4 "WHAT YOUR CAR SAYS ABOUT YOU PART 2" 1:16:14

3M ago1:16:14

1:16:14

Following on from S1:E3 the lads head back to Ten Green Bottles Newcastle where they filmed S1:E1 where they decide to try a new game of Three Car Garage and then return to "WHAT YOUR CAR SAYS ABOUT YOU PART 2". In this episode: KEEP / SELL / DESTROY THREE CAR GARAGE The potential merger to tackle Chinas move into EV market and overall domination o…

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S1:E3 "WHAT YOUR CAR SAYS ABOUT YOU PART 1" 1:21:01

3M ago1:21:01

1:21:01

In this episode the trio begin to get their groove and start reflect on their previous conversations about JLR with the recent release of their new advert. After this they discuss what they think cars say about you! They kick things off with KEEP / SELL / DESTROY Can a car describe a personality? Vauxhalls Luton factory closures from owner Stellant…

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S1:E5 "NEW FORMAT?" 1:39:30

3M ago1:39:30

1:39:30

New format, new policies, time to get political? Not a chance! S1:E5 launches with upside down: First up, the news: Labour restores the 2030 EV targets, Josh, Khalid and Jordan discus. The Volvo EX90, reviews are out, what do they say! Next, KEEP / SELL / DESTROY Then, let's talk Salary Sacrifice, the scheme every man and his dog is trying to sell …

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S1:E6 "OUR FIRST GUEST" 2:18:30

3M ago2:18:30

2:18:30

In the final episode of season 1 we have our first guest Alex Finney from Acorn Motor Group, General Manager of Specialist Cars in Stone, Staffordshire where he Kindly let the BAHN Finder team film from. In this episode: BMW announced their panoramic iDrive and the end of the iDrive wheel. Steer-by-wheel (SBW) the boys discuss what it is and how it…

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Bonus Episode - The Trade Talks: Classic Motor Hub 16:46

3M ago16:46

16:46

HNY from The Tyre Kickers! Ahead of Season 2 in Feb, here's a bonus episode. Join Max as he takes a trip to The Classic Motor Hub in the Cotswolds and talks to the trade. Find out what's hot for 2025 as he checks out their amazing stock of classics. Send us a text Follow us on Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk Facebook: The Tyre Kickers Finalist - Indep…

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How to keep your technicians happy 32:55

4M ago32:55

32:55

How good are you at dispute resolution in the workplace? Are you sure you’re focussing on the good your techs do as much as any issues which arise? Could you run the people side of your workshop as well as the mechanical side? These are the issues we explore in this episode of the PMM Podcast.By Hamerville Media Group

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Sleigh No More - It's Our Christmas Special! 40:05

4M ago40:05

40:05

Oh no - Santa’s sleigh has been seized! So let’s find him a classic load lugger to get the job done. Plus we pick the best classic car presents and test how much Max really knows about classic cars in our Christmas quiz. So grab a glass of mulled wine and join us as we swap insults as well as presents in our bumper Christmas special! Send us a text…

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Have You Been On The Night Nurse?! 43:54

5M ago43:54

43:54

Why's a 911 Turbo so expensive and what can you get instead? What was the reality of 70s and 80s road trips? Who is better at guessing auction prices - Matt or Max? And is £200k bonkers for a souped-up white Escort? All that, plus your picks for the best daily driver and the usual banter and insults flying between our two hosts. It's 44 mins of glo…

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Bonus Episode - Say Yes To An XJS! 14:29

5M ago14:29

14:29

Ever fancied an XJS? We have, so we caught up with the guys from the XJS Club at the NEC Classic Motor Show. We had a really good chat - so good in fact - that we're now running it out in full as a special bonus episode. In this episode, we talk coupés, convertibles and the cheapest 12 cylinders money can buy. Plus hear how one of the guys bought a…

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Live from the NEC! 26:45

6M ago26:45

26:45

Guess what? We're only live at the NEC Classic Motor show in Birmingham - that's what! Join Matt and special guest Paul Cowland as they banter about eye watering prices for fast Fords, old man Rovers and cool 70s Jags. Plus we have a good knockabout with the XJS Club and catch up with AutoAlex. So let's bring the show to you - come join Matt, Paul …

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How has the aftermarket changed in 20 years? 36:51

6M ago36:51

36:51

Mechanex-PMM Live is celebrating its 20th anniversary in November, when it comes to Sandown Park in Surrey on Tuesday 12th and Wednesday 13th November. To mark this special occasion, the PMM Podcast is looking at how the aftermarket and car repair more generally has evolved over the last 20 years. We spoke to the IAAF’s Neil Pattemore and the IGA’s…

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What Classic For The Daily Grind? 44:12

6M ago44:12

44:12

What’s the perfect daily daily driver - and which cars would be an absolute nightmare? Plus - are Bristols worth a good long look? And what happened on awards night? Plus we kick the tyres through the auction results and Matt gets told off for not listening (again). All that, plus the usual argy bargy about all things classic cars. So grease those …

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You're Not Cool Enough To Drive That 30:30

6M ago30:30

30:30

Who was the man who made Mercs looks modern? What classics saved BMW from going bust? Would you go electric, if hell froze over? And what car is too cool for Matt to drive (according to Max)? All that, plus auction news and your comments and corrections. So mirror, signal, and let’s crunch it into first - as we get moving with Episode 19 of The Tyr…

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PMM In Conversation With… Andy Savva, the Garage Inspector 31:26

7M ago31:26

31:26

Ever thought your golf course chats should be a podcast? Well, so did we! And who better to hit the fairway with than the Garage Inspector, Andy Savva? Listen as we discuss all things aftermarket related and get Andy’s unique take on what workshops should be paying attention to going forward.By Hamerville Media Group

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Sparks Will Fly 34:44

7M ago34:44

34:44

So what's wrong exactly with having an electric classic car? Why bother fixing bad, smelly, drippy engines when you could just charge and go? Hear the sparks fly as we debate one of the most contentious topics in our oily world. Plus - steels, spokes or slot mags? We try to list the best classic car wheels. Also, what stuff isn't selling at auction…

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It Looks Like A Clown Car! 39:49

7M ago39:49

39:49

Is it handy to drive an old Landy? Why are Bentleys now so cheap? Why did a listener nearly crash his car? What crazy 90s car did we spot recently and what did we find worth buying at the Historics auction? Plus, how we're up for a top podcast award and details of a discount for the NEC Classic Motor show where you can watch us perform, like a circ…

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How Much Is Too Much? 38:05

8M ago38:05

38:05

How much is too much when it comes to enjoying a classic? Should we wheelspin that 80s classic, the XR3i straight into landfill? Or save it? Who's had dirty thoughts about EV'ing up their 60s classic? And what is Max obsessed with buying now? All that and more, cut and shut into 40 mins of great classic car chat. We'll do a quick respray over the t…

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Apprenticeships in Action 30:30

8M ago30:30

30:30

The industry needs more apprentices, no one can dispute that. However, it’s easier said than done and many small independent workshops struggle to find, hire and retain younger staff – let alone train them up! We visited an apprentice, Tia Marsh and her tutor at East Coast College, Matt Yeldham, to see what some of the challenges facing apprentices…

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Bonus Episode - How Much To Run A Rolls? 16:13

8M ago16:13

16:13

How much does it cost to run a classic Rolls? With prices of Silver Shadows now under £10k, could it make a great classic choice? . In this bonus episode, we're on location at Rolls & Bentley specialist Frank Dale & Stepsons in Surrey. We'll get under the hood and behind the wheel of some Shadows to ask if they're a classy choice to float around in…

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You're Clueless About Classic Cars! 35:24

9M ago35:24

35:24

What have we done? Only opened the can of worms about what is and what isn't a classic car. Hear the argy bargy between Max and Matt as we sit on very opposite sides of the fence. Also on this episode, we're talking more about cheap Rollers, checking out oddities at the car auctions and enjoying all your comments and corrections. Plus there's news …

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Looking after classic cars 33:29

9M ago33:29

33:29

The classic car market is a growing one, bringing a touch of prestige to drivers across the country. But who are those drivers? And is it true that the classic car owner is still primarily a DIYer tinkering away in the garage? Well, to answer those questions and get a better idea of what opportunity classic car repair and maintenance offers to inde…

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I Wouldn't Be Seen Dead In It! 40:24

9M ago40:24

40:24

What's the best classic for the final road trip? Are Kit Cars cool or just fake fodder? And should we Crush or Caress the ultimate load-lugger - the Volvo estate? All that plus what we've been doing with our cars, a big auction round-up and the usual argy-bargy between the two hosts. It's all in Episode 14 - hit play now! Music credit: "Fake" by Lu…

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You Can’t Take Them To School Prom in THAT! 39:00

10M ago39:00

39:00

Are classic drivers getting younger? Which classic van could you drive without looking like a tool? What’s the best and worst classic to do the school prom drop off? And which car museum has annoyed one of us? The answers to those and more questions are all in this latest edition. Lots of laughs, car frustration and banter. So turn the key and enjo…

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Summer Land Rover fun, The 2 Door RRC, and more 42:04

10M ago42:04

42:04

Dan's latest project updates, a bit about Spain, the 2 door RRC and more.By Ivan Rioja Scott & Dan Steindl

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Like Father, Like Son 34:57

10M ago34:57

34:57

Father-son garages are the powerhouse behind the independent aftermarket. They provide a rock solid base on which UK car repair not only survives, but thrives. How many times do you come across a garage owned by a father whose son also helps out on the workshop floor? It seems that car repair is particularly likely to feature that familial bond tha…

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Bonus Episode - Hear The Roar! 60 Years of the Sunbeam Tiger 10:12

10M ago10:12

10:12

In this bonus episode, we're on location at a special event to mark the 60th anniversary of the Sunbeam Tiger. A British roadster given a hot engine by the man behind the Cobra - Carol Shelby. Hear why this pocket rocket is so unique and why this sleeper V8 is a great buy. . Thanks to the Sunbeam Tiger Owners Club for the invite. Find out more abou…

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