Show Notes
Episode 13 of The Clangers Pod dives into the cars that went from overlooked underdogs to fully fledged modern classics.
This week, Mike, Tom and Craig look back at the cars they dismissed when new — but which are now loved, collectable and, in some cases, surprisingly valuable. Did the road testers get it wrong, or were these cars hiding secret talents all along?
Expect debate, nostalgia and questionable opinions on everything from the Rover 75 and Mercedes A-Class to the Toyota Yaris Verso, Jaguar X350, Citroën Berlingo and humble Ford Escorts and Sierras.
There’s also:
* Craig’s latest automotive purchase * A new game: “What IS Tom On About?” * Memories of forgotten heroes and misunderstood motoring oddballs * Teasing next week’s special editions episode (with potentially disastrous consequences)
If you love late-90s and early-2000s cars stuck somewhere between bangers and classics, this is the podcast for you.
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