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We get through some of your questions that have been sent in via Instagram, including some theoretical taxation issues, the fastest ever breakdown of a vehicle post-purchase, and we also reveal details of our upcoming Cars & Coffee event.  Dave has recently been running the current-generation BMW M2 and gives his thoughts on it and whether it’s as good as its predecessor.  Need a coffee fix? H...

Are you a hugely successful business person with exceptional taste or the embodiment of old money petrolhead? Then we have the car for you! We've also been driving the latest MINI Cooper S Convertible to see if it still retains the same charm, and we take a trip down memory lane to see what you could find in the classifieds in 2000.  Need a coffee fix? Head over to 3FE Coffee and get everything yo...

We are joined on the show this week by Dan O'Brien, arguably one of Ireland's most dedicated MX-5 owners. His unique build is a long-running and ongoing project that has piqued the interest of some of the Mazda world's most influential people. Dan also shares some of his other ongoing projects including a Mercedes SEC and Range Rover Suffix that has a detailed history.  Need a coffee fix? Head ove...

We (and by that we mean Ciaran) have been very busy doing some big jobs on the 50to70 fleet, so this week we're running through all of the major updates. The good news is that more of our weird and wonderful cars will be back on the road sooner than later now.  Is the Z8 the most underrated modern BMW still? We discuss and also fall into the trap of looking back at used car prices from 25 years ag...

This week we're joined by long-time friend-of-the-show and Ireland's most prominent female motoring journalist, Sinead McCann. We discuss how she got her start in the industry, the awkward moments along the way and how YouTube can be a wild place at times.  Be sure to check out her mean comments video here: https://youtu.be/pvIdBGeXHc8?si=2jiRVOuw9HIamj-G This week we're also brought to you in ass...

Our resident motorsport historian and general expert Neil Kavanagh returns this week to tell us about the fantastic and often forgotten history of the Irish Grand Prix. Yes, there was once an Irish Grand Prix in Dublin's Phoenix Park and it was quite a big deal.  There's news on our Cars & Coffee event. We also dissect the new Ferrari Amalfi, discuss how wonderful the Alpine A110 is and update...

Ever wonder what the best way to care for your car's paint is? Well, this week we're joined by Padraic Gilchrist from Flawless Detailing who explains what paint protection can do for your car and explains some of the challenges involved and dispels some of the myths too.  We have details of our next Cars & Coffee event in July.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Irel...

To celebrate our 50th episode we hosted a recording in 3FE Sussex Terrace with a live audience and were joined by Neil Briscoe. As usual there was plenty of P38 banter, stories from behind the curtain at car launches and lots more.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Are you thinking about selling your car? The folks at  CarsIreland.ie  have given us a discount...

Can electric power make a new generation of hot hatches fun to drive? We preview the Peugeot e-208 GTI and drive the Alpine A290. Cormac explains the recent loophole that saw people travelling to Georgia to take their driving test and we preview our upcoming live show.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Are you thinking about selling your car? The folks at  Car...

It seems trying to buy basic car parts from the United States isn't as easy as it should be as Cormac explains with the update on the Suburban. We also dissect the new BMW M2 and discuss the pros and cons of modern infotainment systems.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Are you thinking about selling your car? The folks at  CarsIreland.ie have given us a disco...

It's not been long since we last made a poor financial decision so it's time that we do it once again. In this week's episode we tell you about the latest 50to70 purchase which is likely to ruin us, but we also tell you about Ireland's latest car brand and spill the beans on our upcoming live show and answer your questions.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Ar...

What's it like to cross Europe in an Austin Healey 3000 and a BMW 2002 Tii, why ear defenders needed to be purchased and a trip to Miniature Wonderland in Germany. Just another week in the world of 50to70. This week we also tell you about a very special Range Rover that visited Dublin, Dave drives the updated Tesla Model Y, Hyundai Inster and Audi A6 e-tron. We've also had a special preview of the...

Just over one year has passed since the first that destroyed The Engine Block. This week Simon Deane and Simon Walsh join us to talk about rebuilding their business, what it's been like and what lies ahead. In true Deane Motors style, the guys arrived in a 99-year-old Buick and didn't hold back in talking to us.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Are you thinki...

What's more frustrating that not being able to buy the thing you want? Having to buy other unnecessary things to get access to buy the thing you want. That's the world of the modern-day supercar, and it's BS.  Dave was also lucky enough to spend some time in the company of one of the world's most important Volkswagens, which is soon going to go on display at the National Museum of Ireland in Colli...

Few people are as passionate or enthusiastic about cars as Denis Costello. Throughout his life he's had all sorts of vehicles, most of which have a French flavour. Better known by his Instagram handle @Denis_denisdenis, he shares his passion with us and tells us where it all began.  This week we're also brought to you in association with Cars Ireland. 'Are you thinking about selling your car? The...

This week we are joined by John P Mohan, one of Ireland's leading classic car dealers and specialists. John's bread and butter are classic cars from the 1950s to the 1990s, and he is a font of knowledge when it comes to sourcing and restoration. In the episode he talks about how his love of cars developed and how he got into the business and developed it to a level that now retails some truly spec...

We kick off season 5 with Ciarán Mulqueen from Crazy House Prices, the Instagram account that has become a massive hit and unmatched source for content, advice and commentary on the housing market in Ireland. Ciarán talks cars, the tech he loves in them and tells us about his car history.  Follow Crazy House Prices on Instagram Follow 50to70 on  Instagram Follow Dave Humphreys on  Instagram Follow...

We've had a busy week at 50to70, starting with the launch of the Ford Puma Gen-E. Yes, Ford's little crossover is going electric and no, it's still not as cool as the original Puma. Dave tells us everything you need to know about it.  From there we headed up to the Techno Classica Show in Essen, Germany, to see whats' what in the classic scene there. Spoiler alert, if we never see another 300SL Gu...

Think Skoda and you think of clever and practical cars from the Czech Republic. You might not think of Skoda and come up with India or even Vietnam, but these two places play an important role in the company's future. Dave has been to Vietnam to see what's happening and what it all means.  We also (finally) tell the story of how Dave managed to get his hands on the only Honda Element in Ireland, a...

Having recently acquired a Volvo 440 GL that has been parked in a garage for a quarter of a century, Cormac has set about recommissioning it to go back on the road? What exactly had to be done and what did it need? He tells all in this week's episode.  We also have been spending some time with the new Renault 5. Does it live up to the hype? Is it really that cool? Let us tell you.  Follow 50to70 o...

This week we celebrate the life of Eddie Jordan. He contributed so much to not only Formula One, but to motorsport in general, and all while proudly flying the Irish flag. This week Neil Kavanagh, our resident motorsport historian, also tells us about Joe Kelly. Not only was Joe the first Irish driver to take part in an F1 race, he took part in the very first F1 race at Silverstone in 1950! On top...

In this week's show we discuss where it all went wrong for Ford in Europe and how using older model names isn't always the wisest strategy. Looking at you, Ford Capri. Did you also know about Fordlândia, when Ford tried to make a city in the Amazon? We mourn the end of the R35 Nissan GT-R and discuss which direction Mazda could take with the next MX-5.  Follow 50to70 on Instagram:  https://www.ins...

BMW has done something incredible that will have a massive effect on people's productivity. Its archive of models is now available digitally, and let us tell you, it's wonderful. We also attended the world premiere of the new Volvo ES90, an electric saloon that, as we explain, isn't technically a saloon.  Kia has unveiled a number of new electric cars, and we went to the EV Day in Barcelona to see...

Ever wondered what it's like to go on an international car launch? Dave explains (in great detail) what it's really like. With the recent talk of so-called car influencers being paid by brands, we discuss the industry, different practices and what you should know.  Follow 50to70 on Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/50to70/ Follow Dave Humphreys on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lordhumph...

We cover a lot of ground this week but the big news is how we've saved not one, not two but three cars from being cut up forever. Dave also spends some time driving the new Volkswagen Transporter but really had his heart taken by a 23-window T1 Samba Bus. Switching back to more modern cars, we discuss the Alfa Romeo Junior that Dave has been testing this week.  Follow 50to70 on Instagram:  https:/...