Panamera Podcasts

The Porsche Panamera finally brought the dream of a four door Porsche to reality, and helped save the brand from financial oblivion. It was (and is) also blisteringly fast. But is it just a modern-day 928, destined to fall out of favor and be a forgotten Porsche? All this and more on today's Best in Class.…

The Dodge Ram has always played third fiddle to Ford and Chevy. Even in it's best years, it only manages to sell half as many trucks as the leaders. But is the Dodge Ram secretly the Saab of the truck world, destined to be bought by those to want something just a little more rebellious? And where they ever any good? Today Steve and Adam get to the …

The Hummer came out at a very distinct time in American history - when bigger was better, gas was cheap, and global warming was something only Europeans cared about. It managed to live through a recession, 3 generations, and is now coming back as an EV. But are any of them any good? And can Adam get Steve to trade his Ferrari for a classic Hummer? …

If Lamborghini was founded as the anti-Ferrari, then the Miura was the car that first took the fight to Enzo in a serious way. This was Lambo's first big hit, and what it hit it was. The Miura turned into the template for just about every supercar that has ever followed, and even coined the term. But which Miura is best? And can Adam talk Steve int…

The Lotus Elise has spent it's entire life being a featherweight superhero, often out-punching much more expensive competition. But can it out-punch Adam's aversion to British cars? And is Steve really considering trading in the Fiat for one? All that this week, along with guest host Auggie as we explore this pint-sized roadster.…

The Alfa Romeo Spider was made famous by Dustin Hoffman in The Graduate, but did you know that Dustin's uncle is the reason the car was used at all? If facts like that aren't enough to entice you, we also have a special guest host this week with current Spider owner Carter! So listen up as Steve, Adam, and Carter argue over when the Alfa Spider was…

The Mitsubishi Eclipse/Eagle Talon/Plymouth Laser was a triumvirate of mid-level sports cars that was aimed at filling a fuel-efficient hole in Chrysler's model range. It lasted 4 generations, and has now morphed into an SUV. But were any of them any good, and either way which one was the best one? That's this week on Best in Class with Adam and St…

The Lincoln Town Car became synonymous with chauffeured trips from the airport and prom nights everywhere. Not bad for the mid-range Lincoln, but is it actually any good? And which model over it's 30-year run was the best. As always, that's what Steve and Adam are here to argue over on this week's Best in Class.…

The Chevy Astro Van was the only rear-wheel drive mini van, the first US-built van with all wheel drive, and the only van that could tow a boat. It also was Adam's car for a period in the early 2000s. Today's episode is all about Steve making fun of Adam's van, so it's a good one.By Best in Class

The Toyota Supra debuted in 1978, but hit it big in the late 90's as the star of video games and the Fast and Furious franchise. Does it deserve it's cred? Were the earlier versions any good? And is the new one a Toyota or a BMW? Steve and Adam are going to argue all of this out this week on Best in Class.…

The Land Rover Range Rover started in 1969, and has been a luxury stalwart ever since. But back where it all started, we have what we now call The Classic. And The Motoring Club's Michael Rapetti owns one, so he's joining us today to discuss our back rent for the podcast studio, these old Land Rovers, and a world record event he has coming up soon!…

The VW Karmann Ghia was a German businessman in Italian drag. It brought high style to the lowly VW Bug. But did it make it better? Was it a sports car? Was it desirable? And do you want one now? And why is Adam is angry? Let's find out this week on Best in Class.By Best in Class

Is the Jeep Wrangler America's 911? Is it for heroes or villains? And are you a Barbie Jeep owner or a Patton? All these questions and more as Adam and Steve dive into America's 80-year old offroading king, the Jeep Wrangler.By Best in Class

The Chrysler Lebaron is a famous car for all the wrong reasons. Was it every any good? Did it ever drive well? How rich was the Corinthian Leather? Today on Best in Class, Adam and Steve delve into the famous K-car and see which one was best.By Best in Class

The Mercedes Geländewagen started life as a military troop transport, and has ended up as a Rodeo Drive Kardashian transport. How did we get here? Are they any good? And how many wheels is too many? All this and more this week on Best in Class as we explore the iconic Gwagen.By Best in Class

The Mistubishi Evo has a reputation for being driven by vape-smoking, Red Bull-chugging, mall kiosk-managing hooligans. As such, Steve and Adam have never owned one. But we know someone who has! Even better, she was a world-class co-driver and X-games participant. Jen is going to teach us about the rally Evo and put Steve in his place in this week'…

We've (somehow) made it to 50 episodes, so here's something special for your ear holes.By Best in Class

Which Fiat 500 is the best of all time? Clearly not Steve's, but since he owns one, he's required to argue for it on this week's podcast. So listen up while Adam makes Steve question every decision he's ever made on this week's Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Lexus LS changed the entire automotive industry, created a brand, and took up a permanent parking spot at every golf course in the world. But which LS is the best version, which comes with handbags, and do you have to be in the Yakuza to drive one? All this and more and today's Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Lamborghini Gallardo came in more flavors than gelato, but is it any good? And which Gallardo is best? And are you a rapper or an actor if you have one? Today's Best In Class dives into the baby Lambo and figures out the hard questions.By Best In Class

The Honda Accord has been a hatchback, a 2-door coupe, a 4-door sedan, and a wagon. It has sold all over the world, and won quite a few races. But which Accord is the best of all time, and can we get Steve to trade in his Fiat 500 for a Honda? All this and more on today's Best In Class.By Best In Class

Is the Chevrolet Camaro an also-ran to Ford's Mustang, or is it a performance car in its own right? Is it safe to buy one on from a bad neighborhood? And do they come with free tank tops? All these questions and more as Adam and Steve dive into Chevy's pony car.By Best In Class

Are you team barn door or team tail gate? Do you want two doors, three, or four? And exactly how much towing do you plan on doing? These are the questions you'll have to decide for yourself if you are looking into Suburban ownership. Luckily Steve and Adam have most of the answers for you already.By Best In Class

The Citroen 2CV was built for rural peasants, became a cultural export, and even pissed off the Nazis. But which model is the best? And what does Steve's French accent sound like? All this and more on today's Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Jeep Grand Cherokee was the first 4X4 SUV with an airbag. Is that why it has lasted 5 generations and reliably sold 200k examples almost every year? Possibly... But which version is best? Today there is a guest to help decide that, and to make fun of Adam and Steve's choices.By Best In Class

The Vantage is Aston Martin's entry-level vehicle, and has carried on with the brand since the 70's. But is it any good? And which one is best? Which one is worst? And how could Steve have picked such an ugly car this week? All this and more and this week's episode.By Best In Class

The Tata Nano was the cheapest car in the world for 10 years from 2008 to 2018. What does that kind of cost-cutting get you? What do you give up (hint, it's disc brakes), and is it any good? And which of the 21 versions was the best? Today Steve and Adam are leaving behind luxury cars and getting cheap and cheerful.…

The Bentley Mulsanne is like a Rolls Royce without the stiff upper lip and with an actual racing heritage. But is it any good? And why did they look exactly like a Rolls Royce in the 80‘s and 90‘s? Steve and Adam are here to figure out these hard questions and make fun of each other in this week‘s Best In Class.…

The Rolls Royce Phantom is arguably the best car in the world. But which one is the best in history, which is the worst, and will Steve every achieve his British dream of owning one? All that and more and today's Best In Class.By Best In Class

Alfa Romeo has a long and storied history, and the Giulia is no small part of that. But are they any good? And if they are, are they still Alfas? What about the new ones? And do you think Steve knows how to drive on a track? We delve into these questions and more this week on Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Subaru WRX is your best choice for alienating your friends and angering the local police. But if those are your goals, which is the best one? Adam and Steve are on the case, as well as what vape flavor best matches the STI, on this week's Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Toyota MR2 lasted three generations, sold hundreds of thousands of examples over three decades, yet is often overlooked when there are discussions of Japanese sports cars. Why does everyone forget about the MR2? And which one was the best of the bunch? Today Steve, Adam, and expert guest Aaron will argue their way to the answer.…

The Nissan Z is an affordable Japanese sports car that has gone from aping the Jaguar E-type, grew up into a twin-turbo Porsche fighter, and then devolved into a street takeover mainstay. But which of these disparate Zs is the best? Steve and Adam dive into this, along with guest hosts and current owner Jeremy and Erika.…

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has been THE standard for luxury cars since the 70's, as well as providing earthly transportation for various dictators, heads of state, and despotic rulers. But which S-Class should you buy if you happen to be in the market? Steve, Adam, and guest-host Chet will hash it out this week as we find the Best in Class.…

The Audi TT sparked a design revolution in cars that brought us the New Beetle, Ford GT, and dubiously the Dodge Neon. But which one is the best TT? And are you better off just getting a Golf? Steve and Adam are on the case this week!By Best In Class

The Buick Roadmaster is last great American sedan / wagon ever made. But which one is the best one? Are any of them worth it? And do you have to buy New Balance sneakers when you get one? Steve and Adam are all over these and other questions as they discuss which Roadmaster is Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Jaguar E Type is arguably the most beautiful car ever made, by arguably the most unreliable car maker ever founded. Is it worth buying, and if so, which one is best? Steve and Adam are on the case this week to find which Jag you should fill your garage with.By Best In Class

The BMW M5 can be seen as an autobahn cruiser, or a poser's almost sports car. Which one is it, and which M5 is the best ever? To find that out, Steve and Adam have invited an actual EXPERT and current M5 owner named Sarah on to today's Best In Class.By Best In Class

The Honda and/or Acura NSX is the best JDM supercar to every grace this planet (take that GT-R), but which is the best one? Which one most distills Japan's style of car making? And will Steve ever win one of these arguments? That's what we're here to find out.By Best in Class

The Toyota Land Cruiser is either the best off-roader every built, or a Land Rover knock-off you only buy if you it's all you can afford. But which one is the best? And what's the deal with these big things? That's the mission for Adam, Steve, and guest-expert Dow on today's episode.By Best in Class

The Pontiac Trans Am is the meth-dealer's choice for rides these days (even though they stopped making them in 2002), but is that the best of the breed? Are any of them worth getting in the first place? And can the Trans Am ever escape Smokey and the Bandit? Today on Best in Class, Steve and Adam are attempting to find out.…

The Lotus Esprit is a bond car. And an unreliable car. But is it a good car? And which one was the best of the breed? Today Adam, Steve, and Lotus-expert guest host Matt argue with each other over this boat-like sports car.By Best in Class

The Jeep Wagoneer has the choice of rides for Hamptons elites, movie stars, and East-coast hipsters for decades, but which is the best version to have? Adam and Steve have your answer, and a fair amount of Predator trivia, this week on Best in Class.By Best in Class

The air-cooled Porsche 911 is somehow equal parts posermobile, quality investment, driver's car, and the predictable choice. But which early 911 is best. To help answer that, Steve, Adam, and guest host Gabe dive in to the air-cooled world.By Best in Class

The BMW M3 is the benchmark when it comes to sporty sedans. But which one is the best of all time? And why do Steve, Adam, and special guest host Rashod sound like they are recording from a fish bowl? You'll get some of these answers in this week's episode.By Best in Class

We know we know, the Camry sucks more than a black hole, and is more boring than watching golf. But Steve and Adam are going to crack some eggs of knowledge right over you and make this interesting. Somehow. We hope.By Best in Class

Ferrari 308 owners have an obsession with Magnum P.I. Steve owns a 308. Those facts do not contradict each other. But which 308 is the best one to buy? We delve into that, and Steve's life choices, on this episode of Best in Class.By Best in Class

The Porsche Cayenne has a reputation for being the wife's car - and Adam should know since his wife has one - but is that deserved? And which Cayenne is the ultimate? Steve and Adam argue it out for your listening pleasure.By Best in Class

The Maseratir Quattroporte is a four-door Ferrari to some, an unsaveable money-pit to others. Who's right? Everyone of course. But which one is best? Well Adam and Steve can help you there...By Best in Class

The venerable Lada came out of Soviet Russia, conquered the world, then quickly rusted away amid a chorus of jokes. But surely this terrible brand produced one good car? Steve and Adam are here to try and find that one good car, and not anger any dictators along the way.By Best In Class