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50to70
by 50to70.com
Car chat with friends featuring stories and interviews from all sides of the motoring world with Dave Humphreys and Cormac Singleton.
Episodes
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EP118: A week of new cars; Porsche's Mission S; Tesla BS; the Aixam Mega Track
Let us tell you about all of the great and the good from the Paris motor show, including that new Citroen 2CV, the Renault E-Space, Alpine's A310 supercar and a whole lot more. Porsche finally revealed what it's going to do next with the Mission S concept. A new supercar that's rumoured to sit...
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EP117: What's ruining car shows?; Paris motor show preview; a Mitsubishi AMG!
We've been to some epic car shows over the years but one by one they are slowly becoming worse. We're not talking about people crashing at Cars & Coffee events, we're talking about costs. Everything for motorists is getting more expensive, including the shows. We also give you a run-down on what…
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EP116: When Porsche designed a Lada; Yamaha's failed supercar & more!
There was a time when Porsche occasionally helped other car makers out. Everyone knows about the Mercedes-Benz 500E, but another such example is the Opel Zafira. Yes, Porsche played a role in developing Opel’s seven-seat MPV, and it didn’t stop there… We cover that in this week’s podcast, and we...
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EP115: Au revoir Caprice; New Audi A2; VW makes a new XL; Cadillac Sixteen
Every so often, a car comes along that sets a new standard for performance, or in this case, efficiency. As a well-known fan of the Volkswagen XL1, Dave runs us through the Mission Efficiency in this week’s podcast, a one-off car that sets a new standard for what a near-production electric car…
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EP114: Range Rover Electric; Renault Zoom; The Hardest Garage Choice
If you had to build your dream garage but could only take one car from each country, how would you do it? Cormac regales us of the time Renault saw into the future and designed the Zoom concept car. Dave has been experiencing the new Range Rover Electric too. Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE...
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EP113: We answer YOUR questions!
In this week's episode we answer your questions. From the more random commercial vehicles, the worst car ever bought and if we could erase one car from memory it would be... What car brand should be given another chance at life? These and lots more! Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and...
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EP112: Ciaran Mulqueen of Crazy House Prices on car values, influencers & more
Joining Dave and Cormac on this week’s podcast is Ciaran Mulqueen, number one best-selling author and the powerhouse behind the Crazy House Prices Instagram account. They’ll be discussing everything from whether buying a car can affect your mortgage application to how the classic supercar market…
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EP111: The wild story behind the Isdera Commendatore 112i
Think you know weird cars? Think again, as we take a deep dive into the world of Isdera and its wild creations featuring periscopes, twin engines and 1930s throwbacks. We also look into what Genesis is doing and preview some upcoming car shows. Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get...
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EP110: Car Photographer Reimo on Estonian Car Culture and more!
We're joined this week by one of our favourite photographers and friend, Reimo, to chat about Estonian car culture, the Soviet influence and how it's become a home for American muscle cars as well as supercars. We cover everything from Tatras to ZILs and so much more. Need a coffee fix? Head over...
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EP109: Monterey Car Week News; Nathan English talks BTCC
We round up the good, the bad and the ugly from Monterey Car Week including one-off cars from Ferrari and Porsche. We're also joined by Nathan English who gives us all an eduction on BTCC and some of its best eras. Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get everything you could possibly...
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EP108: Fleet update; New Audi A2; Bugatti Destrier; Dave in China; Weird Police Cars
It's been a minute since we told you about the 50to70 fleet and what's happening with it. Dave's also been in China, but there'll be more on that in the coming weeks. What we can tell you about is the new Audi A2 and Bugatti's latest one-off car, while Cormac takes us down the rabbit hole of some...
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EP107: FOTU round-up; Two-door Range Rover that never was; Corvette Chaser
We give you the roundup on the incredible Festival of the Unexceptional and how we ended up going to it in a Toyota Previa. Remember the Range Rover SV Coupe? Nope? Let us remind you of the car that never was, until a Dutchman went and made it himself. Then we round things off with the story of…
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EP106: Range Rover GT; FOTU; The War Camaro
In this week's episode, Dave gets us up to speed on the new Range Rover GT after he had a preview of the car in JLR HQ well in advance of its full debut. If you're listening to this on the day it goes out we're already at Festival of the Unexceptional, and next week we will have a full report on...
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EP105: Lexus LC; Overfinch Range Rovers; the ultimate driving game?
The Lexus LC500 might be one of the most underrated cars in recent times. Cormac delves into what makes this coupe so special. Future classic? You better believe it. Is a normal Range Rover not special enough for you? Maybe you need a Holland & Holland. Maybe you need a bespoke one-of-one? Cormac...
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EP104: Goodwood Festival of Speed; 1963 Ford Galaxie
It's that time of year again and we run through what's good and what's not so good at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. From supercars to hypercars and everything in between, we pick out the highlights. Cormac has also been channelling his inner Buzz Aldrin by spending some time piloting a 1963…
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EP103: How not to buy a car
There's a lot to get through this week, starting with the latest instalment of Cormac getting his Mini back on the road (legally). Dave has been busy driving a whole variety of new machinery, including a 965hp Denza Z9GT and Lucid Gravity. But what you'll really want to hear is how Cormac did and...
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EP102: Morgan Midsummer Coupe; Honda Super-N; Cars & Coffee
From the sublime Morgan Midsummer Coupe to the delightful Honda Super-N, Dave and Cormac get you up to speed on all the latest interesting car news, including some of the more obscure vehicles that have appeared on our radar this week. The guys are also hosting another Cars & Coffee event this...
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EP101: How Preston Tucker was the original Elon Musk
On this week’s podcast we cover the story of Preston Tucker and his dreams of bringing to market the most innovative car the world had ever seen, but a problematic launch mixed with an investigation from the Securities and Exchange Commission to put a stop to Tucker's plans of competing against…
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EP100: LIVE with Ollie Deane
This week marks the 100th episode of the podcast, and to celebrate it, Dave and Cormac hosted a live recording in front of a packed audience at 3FE in Sussex Terrace. They were joined by industry veteran and expert vintage mechanic, Ollie Deane, who revealed just how different things used to be....
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EP99: The best cars of 1999 with Nathan English
To mark the 99th episode of the 50to70 podcast, Dave and Cormac look back on some of the cars that made their debut in 1999. It seems like such a long time ago now, pre-millennium. There was no iPhone, Facebook was still five years away and electric cars were little more than experimental…
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EP98: How the TMC Costin became the 750hp Panoz Esperante GTR-1 Q9
How did a small Co. Wexford car builder go on to be linked with one of the coolest and fastest Le Mans cars in living memory? Gather round as Cormac tells us the story of how the TMC Costin went on to become the hybrid 750hp Panoz Esperante GTR-1 Q9. It's a good 'un. The guys will be hosting a…
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Doppio 3: The Ferrari Luce uproar
Well, Ferrari has unveiled the Luce, and it's fair to say that the world heasn't reacted in the way that maybe Ferrari thought it would. Everyone has a hot take on it, so we give ours in this week's Doppio. Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get everything you could possibly need...
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EP97: NEW Citroen 2CV; Cadillac is back; Alpina; Ford and more
With the news that Citroen is to revive the 2CV name in the form of a new, affordable car, our resident 2CV owner has some opinions! We also get behind the wheel of the Cadillac Lyriq, as the American brand enters the Irish market with factory backing. We discuss Alpina, Ford’s attempt to make…
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EP96: Cars & Coffee details; Jaguar news and roasting cars
This week's episode includes a run-down on the current 50to70 fleet and what's happening with them. Jaguar has announced the name of its all-new car, but has it messed up the re-launch? We revisit one of the funniest Facebook pages that spent much of Covid roasting other people's cars. Need a...
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EP95: When facelifts go wrong; Lambo turns 63; Cars & Coffee news!
As with people, facelifts can be good for a car, but they can also go wrong. On this week’s 50to70 podcast, Dave and Cormac run through models that turned out worse after some light cosmetic surgery. The next 50to70 Cars and Coffee event is also previewed, and we celebrate Lamborghini’s 63rd...
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EP94: Dave renews his Chinese licence; Bose suspension; Disappearing Doors & more
Fresh from a whirlwind trip around China, Dave fills us in on the highlights from his visit to the Beijing motor show, what it's like to renew your Chinese driving license and experiencing autonomous driving there. We also dive into some of the more obscure innovations that never quite caught on,...
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EP93: Rolls-Royce Nightingale; When Car Launches Go Wrong
You’ve probably seen some very glamorous looking and impressive car launches on social media over the years. You know the kind: exotic locations and great driving roads. But have you wondered if things ever go wrong? Then you’re going to like this week’s episode. Need a coffee fix? Head over to…
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EP92: Ultra-rare VWs, two new cars & our automotive fantasies
With the sun returning we have some important dates to add to your calendar. When is a Volkswagen Golf not a Volkswagen Golf? Let us explain. Dave drives the new DS Nº8, the Nissan Micra returns and we live out out ultimate automotive fantasies. No, not *those* kind of fantasies. Need a coffee…
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EP91 - Bizarre special editions; Verne robotaxis & lots more
Some tech issues this week means that the show sounds slightly different, but don't worry, we're still talking the same nonsense. That includes why Dublin City Council clearly hates Dublin city, strange special editions and how Bugatti's owner is rolling out robotaxis in Croatia. Need a coffee…
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EP90: New Twingo review! Cormac's Mini NCT woes & a new Freelander
Is it really as good as it looks? Does it live up to the hype? After months of anticipation, Dave can finally give his full verdict on the new Renault Twingo. Cormac has some epic Mini updates, and there’s more news on the rest of the 50to70 fleet. We also have info on a new Freelander, but…
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EP89: How Ford cheated in WRC; Hyundai Ioniq 6 N; Honda Jazz Crosstar
This week’s 50to70 podcast follows on from our first Cars & Coffee event of the year, but if you missed it, fear not, as we have plenty more events in the pipeline. Dave talks us through what it was like driving the Hyundai Ioniq 6 N on track and whether high-performance EVs can be real fun to...
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EP88: Banned racers; Nissan R32: Chaparral 2J; Cars & Coffee Details!
Good news! Our first Cars & Coffee event is about to take place, so tune in for all the details. Also in this week's episode we delve into some of the coolest and most controversial race cars that ended up being so good they were forced to stop. Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get...
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Doppio 2: Lamborghini Estoque
The Lamborghini Estoque was a concept that sadly never made it to production. However, it warrants further examination because upon reflection it was a car that design-wise was far ahead of its time. Looking at it today, the Estoque could still turn heads, yet this four-door, front-engined Lambo...
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EP87: Ronal Teddy Bear wheels; new Alpine; Cars & Coffee news
On this week’s 50to70 podcast, we go for a spin into the world of the strangest wheel designs. We’re talking Ronal URS Teddy Bears and more. Dave has been driving some new Land Rovers, there's news about the next Alpine sports car and we have details about our next Cars & Coffee event! Need a...
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EP86: Quiz time? 355 by Evoluto; INEOS Grenadier; the best generation Golf?
In this week’s 50to70 podcast you get a glimpse behind the scenes as the hamsters in Dave’s and Cormac’s brains get up to speed on their wheels dreaming up a new event in real time. Dave has been busy driving the latest INEOS Grenadier and the Mazda CX-5. They also mourn the end of the...
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EP85: David Olsthoorn of Drive Ireland
Joining Dave and Cormac in the 50to70 studio this week is David Olsthoorn, the driving force behind one of the country’s best car communities: Drive Ireland. We discuss the effort that goes into curating Drive Ireland’s events, what’s coming down the line and the importance of having such a great...
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EP84: Colin Harmon on Saabs, cupholders, writing books and so much more
Dave and Cormac are also joined in the studio by Colin Harmon, founder of 3FE, to plot what his next car might be. Sadly, it’s not likely to be the Cadillac Cien, but that won’t stop Cormac from telling us all about the mid-engined supercar concept that was powered by a 7.5-litre V12 engine. Yum....
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EP83: The (new) Grand Tour; Worst Car-Buying Experience; Jaguar GT
here are some new hosts for The Grand Tour, which will be good news to some, but it’s led Dave and Cormac to look back at the heady days of original Top Gear and how it became such a part of our lives. Would you buy an American muscle car with no paperwork and no key? Cormac explains why you...
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Doppio 1: The Ferrari Luce
Welcome to Doppio, our quick, short take on a topic that simply can't wait for the weekly podcast. This week: the Ferrari Luce. Well, more specifically, its interior, which has just been revealed. Designed in partnership with former Apple designer, Jony Ive, it has retro themes but also features…
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EP82: Retromobile round-up & the Chrysler ME412
On this week’s podcast, Dave and Cormac give you the round-up on all the best bits of the 50th Retromobile show and leave you with no excuse not to put it in your diary for next year. From literally tripping over McLaren F1s to the sublime Talbot-Lago T26 Grand Sport. There were more halo…
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EP81: Car disaster stories; self-service workshops and the Tata Nano
On this week’s podcast, Dave and Cormac answer some of our listeners’ questions across a variety of topics. Is there a gap in the market for a workshop facility for people to work on their own cars? What are the disaster stories that have helped shape your love of cars? Was the Tata Nano a...
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EP80: WTF is a BMW Vixen? 2026 F1 preview & more
On this week's podcast, Cormac lifts the lid on the Vixen 21, a BMW-powered motorhome from the late 1980s penned by DeLorean co-creator Bill Collins. The innovative design seemed quite futuristic at the time, but, like many such things, it was ultimately a sales failure. And ahead of the new F1...
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EP79: RIP Twingo; Citroen BX 4TC; Peugeot 205 T16; Volvo C30 Electric!
This week’s 50to70 podcast focuses on the obscure - no surprises there. Dave has been behind the wheel of a rather unusual Volvo for a start, the C30 Electric, which was part of a trial fleet of around 250 cars used by employees and select customers. Featuring an innovative heating system, the…
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EP78: Volkswagen Golf Rallye; Bicester Scramble
The Volkswagen Golf Rallye is a homologation which was based on the Mk2 generation. While the GTI is the better-known performance Golf, the Rallye was a four-wheel-drive special that, in many ways, was the forerunner of the modern-day Golf R. Cormac takes us on a deep dive of a very special...
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EP77: New Year, New Us, Same Sh*t; Skoda Elroq RS; BMW Alpina
We start off a new year with a big thank you to you, the listener. Cormac has been running a Skoda Elroq RS. It's his first time spending an extended time with an electric car, so how did he get on? As of January 1st, Alpina is now fully-owned by BMW. Is that a good thing? We discuss. Need a…
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EP76: The 50to70 Christmas Roast
What better way to celebrate the festive season than to invite some of our nearest and dearest friends over to roast us in person! To round out what has been a fantastic year, we're joined this week by Santa Claus himself, Adrian Shanahan, MX-5 Shihan Dan O'Brien, Mr Sunshine Nathan English…
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EP75: Toyota GR GT supercar; New LFA; Renault sale; JLR Design boss out?
Renault has done its own version of Cash In The Attic by auctioning off a whole heap of different things it had lying around. From parts of its fine art collection (yes, you read that right), to design studies, a working prototype of the original 5 Turbo! Toyota also set tongues wagging this week...
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EP74: The Italian Job; Twingo update; Cars & Coffee
We recreate the Italian Job on this week’s podcast as Dave drives the new Fiat 500 Hybrid around the famous rooftop test track at Lingotto in Turin. We also pay a visit to the extraordinary Heritage Hub. There are significant updates on the Renault Twingo restoration and news about the next…
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EP73: Wet Nellie; New Porsche Cayenne; Italdesign Nazca C2
Did you know who Wet Nellie is? You might not unless you're a James Bond aficionado. But don't worry, as all will become clear on this week's podcast, as Cormac tells us how someone unwittingly ended up snagging the bargain of a lifetime after one of Bond's most famous cars was totally forgotten...
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EP72: Quentin Wilson; Toyota Land Cruiser; Classic Motor Show at NEC
We take a few moments at the start of this week’s podcast to mourn the passing of Quentin Wilson. For many, he was the original Top Gear presenter of the modern age, but he starred in numerous other shows and brought a whole vocabulary of motor trade words to the mainstream. We also have a full...
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Car chat with friends featuring stories and interviews from all sides of the motoring world with Dave Humphreys and Cormac Singleton.
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