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 bottom of the Ram.

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? That's this week on Best in Class.

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.

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 into trading in his whole collection for one?

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 at the top of it's game.

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 Steve.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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's episode of Best in Class.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.