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The Tyre Kickers - Classic Cars
Humour led classic car chat with a UK slant. Join Max & Matt as they chat about the highs and lows of wanting, owning and running classic cars.
Join in on the classic car chat on our socials: Instagram: @thetyrekickersuk and Facebook: The Tyre Kickers
Finalist - Independent Podcast Awards 2024.
Episodes
45 episodes
Why Are You So Picky?
Are classic car clubs cool or just full of passive aggressive nerds? What can you do to polish in some profit when you come to sell and what are your worst classic breakdowns? Plus, hear Max call Matt the “pickiest man in the world” as he tries...
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Season 2
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Episode 36
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59:38
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Er, What Have I Done?
Has your classic ever left you stranded? We're back, we're having a breakdown and we want to hear your stories. Also, we cruise the classifieds and find a Renault with a frown and a Lotus you can drive lying down. Plus your comments, correction...
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Season 2
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Episode 35
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43:08
What Did He Just Call Us?
What sounds better - a flat 4, a V6 or a V12? What classic car gadgets were game changers? Why do old cars look good in gold? And what's the best way to drive a Dolly Sprint? The answers to those and many more classic car questions are answered...
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Season 2
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Episode 34
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35:53
Bonus Episode - Classic Car Soundtrack Vol 1
New bonus episode! It's a festival of engine and exhaust noises as we launch The Tyre Kickers’ Classic Car Soundtrack, Vol 1. We road test an Aston Martin DBS, Lancia Stratos and Porsche 550 Spyder replica to find the best sounding classic car ...
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Season 2
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23:10
He's No Saint!
The boys are back and bickering about the cars of 1985 and asking - how much Gold did you have to Spandau back then? Plus - do you have to be old to like a Saintly classic Volvo? Max hits the auctions and hypes some cars (that don't sell) and M...
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Season 2
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Episode 33
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41:52
Bonus Episode - Mercedes SL Summer Special!
A Tyre Kickers special deep, deep dive into the first 50 years of Mercedes SL with Bruce from Bruce Greetham's Classic Benz. If you like Mercedes model codes, we've got a treat in store...
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Season 2
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36:52
By Royal Appointment
What’s wrong with high mileage classics? What Merc does Max think is the next big thing? Which car YouTubers do we rate? And guess which famous royal Aston owner we spotted recently? Join us for a funny episode full of great stories and laughte...
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Season 2
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Episode 32
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43:08
What Are You Moaning About Now?
The boys are back and marvelling (and moaning) about classic cars yet again. This time around - is there such a thing as a cheap Porsche? What modern gadgets do you wish your classic car had? And what would make a great classic track car? Plus,...
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Season 2
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Episode 31
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42:42
It's Not That Kind Of Party!
It's our 30th show! So let's celebrate with jelly and ice-cream - or in our case - axle grease and Swarfega. Hands scrubbed, we’ll stock up our fantasy garage. What classic cars would we buy if money was no object? Also - car show etiquette. Wh...
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Season 2
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Episode 30
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51:34
Bonus Episode - Take It To A Track!
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 ...
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10:59
Get Your Top Off!
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...
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Season 2
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Episode 29
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44:26
You're A Dirty Rat
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 th...
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Season 2
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Episode 28
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49:41
Bonus Episode - We're At The Classic Resto Show!
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, m...
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Season 2
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14:34
It's Frumpy And Fugly!
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 rec...
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Season 2
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Episode 27
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33:44
All The Gear And No Idea
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 ce...
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Season 2
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Episode 26
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34:54
Want Some Salt With That?
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 ...
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Season 2
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Episode 25
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41:21
We’re Back - And Having A Minor Argument!
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 f...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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43:55
Bonus Episode - The Trade Talks: Classic Motor Hub
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 clas...
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16:46
Sleigh No More - It's Our Christmas Special!
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 mull...
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Season 1
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Episode 23
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40:05
Have You Been On The Night Nurse?!
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 fo...
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Season 1
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Episode 22
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43:54
Bonus Episode - Say Yes To An XJS!
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 tal...
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Season 1
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14:29
Live from the NEC!
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 knock...
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Season 1
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Episode 21
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26:45
What Classic For The Daily Grind?
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 ...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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44:12
You're Not Cool Enough To Drive That
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 co...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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30:30