£140,000: What Would You Buy? [S4, E11]

[@geoffsales7742]

Don’t give up on filming with the older cars. True car enthusiasts appreciate them and more so now than ever with the constant releases of cars lacking soul and character.

[@kailanphillips7305]

Totally agree

[@matthewkuzek8499]

Yep you nailed it. I am only interested in cars made before 2014

[@nicholas-kc1lc]

Agreed. Much more interesting

[@faisalleeds]

The M5 content was great. Prefer that to an egg!

[@joey7175]

Honestly makes me smile seeing a new behind the glass pop up on KZbin!!

[@vargapeterke]

I’m so glad you and your main channel moved away from the “niche” of “wrapping cars” “buying cars” “drag racing” “click baiting” etc! Even KZbinrs must evolve! 😅😊

[@AshMixes]

STG has always been a step removed from the 'usual' car KZbinrs which is why he's remained my favorite for the past few years. Always new and refreshing content.

[@5778-z9j]

imo TGE is the worst

[@Maurice_Moss]

@@5778-z9j never watched any of his videos, based entirety on how he interacts with people on social media.

[@5778-z9j]

@@Maurice_Moss you know that mate, proper Helmet 😂

[@TFJJ]

Corrrr thanks lads!

[@sd2002]

New Bentley continental, cricket ball Red ;)

[@armingholami28]

I'm honestly shocked this doesn't have more subscribers. Its the best automotive podcast out. Love it!

[@SuperLaviathon]

The reason this channel is so successful to true car fans is your content and the two of you just genuinely having a great convo about what we love. If you want more subs you’ll have to start being like “other” Channels click-baiting everything and only focussing on subs..... the channel is perfect the way it is! It will hit 100k this year for sure the ways it’s going 💪

[@010smitm]

Big fan of the modern classic/more niche content Sam, similar age to you so love to see late 90's early 00s stuff! Shame it doesn't seem to perform as well!

[@gusb6502]

Totally agree

[@madmusic007]

Love to see all the nichè cars!

[@harrypoore]

The ‘leaked’ Cayman GT4 RS images were 3D renders as a publicity stunt by an artist.

[@SamVBikes]

I'd agree with your point about getting the algorithm to pick you up by featuring new cars etc, but personally, I love this, and the main channel, because it's a diverse approach to creating car content. You're not buying the newest supercar, twin turbo'ing it to "over 1000bhp", wrapping and selling 2 months later like most other channels seem to regurgitate. Even if I'm not particularly interested in the subject of a video, I still watch because I know it's going to be well presented, well shot, and enjoyable. Keep going with what you're doing, it's great stuff!

[@christopherbailey2665]

Jag F-Pace SVR in British Racing Green with Tan interior. 👍🏼

[@TheCarGuysTV]

Great episode as always

[@istvan8858]

The views are not always about new vs. old cars but rather about how attainable these cars are for the everyday people. The algorithm has also to do with the number of content creators reviewing a certain type of cars. The more reviews about old cars on KZbin the more your videos will be seen. Hammering with hyper cars all the time creates in my opinion a distance with the viewers and as many said you need to be in the mood. My fiancée knows jack “fruit” about cars but she watches your podcast just because of Tony’s laugh and your banter😆. Keep it up guys!

[@SChapps]

Fiesta ST performance has LSD as standard (was optional on normal ST), lighter wheels, and coilovers. Things that actually make a big difference on a small hot hatch. At least give it a chance rather than just jumping to conclusions without doing the research. Makes it even more odd that Tony bought one without knowing this

[@MisterVaneo]

THIS. I have one. Love it and the extra bits make a big difference especially on track.

[@bendago070]

Sam, honestly keep doing what you’re doing! You’re my favourite car youtuber, in a world where pretty much all the others are just throwing money at the same expensive super & hyper cars, you’re keeping it a bit more sensible for the rest of us, the regular people. I’ll admit that whilst I’ve watched since before the 4C, I’ve ducked out of the odd one or two videos during the years, but I love the older cars as much as the new stuff so keep doing what you want to, they’ll always be people out there to watch it, even as annoying as the algorithm can be!

[@WickedSpade]

"Right off the bat" "Straight out the bag"

[@JWynand]

Only two podcasts I listen to on the regular: 1. Joe Rogan 2. Behind the glass Thanks for the great (free) content guys. Big fan from South Africa!

[@grivlar]

Joe Who?

[@Habdabi]

Listening to these episodes are the favourite part of our weeks! Thank you for continuing to record the best car podcast available!

[@peterbett3076]

I bought the collecting cars 600lt 🙂

[@djm_852]

This is the best motoring podcast out there. Sam and Tony are a great pairing.

[@juanpablodelgado2227]

I actually watch you’re main channel cause I like the way you think and the cars you are interested in! Doesn’t matter if you try sth new, if it’s still you I’ll watch it!

[@denisspratt926]

140 000 gbp is about 160 000 euro at the moment. Just since I am in mainland Europe. I´d get a Aston Martin V12 Vantage with a manual and a Alfa Romeo SZ. 2 of my favorite cars of all time. That should just about go. Nice video as usual. Keep ut the good work.

[@nathandrake6531]

thanks for your time Tony.

[@ryanadkins7349]

Definitely enjoy the conversations of what sort of used cars could you have for the price of a new, modern sports car. :) My selection from a USA market viewpoint (all manual trans cars), considering the conversion of 140K pounds to 192K USD: 1995 BMW M3 Coupe (E36) - 10.5K USD 2001 BMW 540i Sedan (E39) - 10.5K USD 2007 Porsche 911 GT3 (997.1) - 98K USD 1995 Ferrari F355 Spider - 70K USD

[@mrthemagneticnorth]

I love the podcast Sam and I think it’s got a genuine following over the main channel. Don’t give up the older cars they’re good fun and refreshing content.

[@alexanderhenshaw3177]

What an interesting chat on the ol' social media front. Just wanted to say that I absolutely adore the content you're creating on the main channel atm, niche but all encompassing... Perfect!!

[@neilmcdonnell7771]

Just an idea and I'm no media guru in relation to the lack of views for older cars, perhaps try restomods that will appeal to a wider range of viewers. Always good to see a beautiful older car that has improved handling and performance.

[@DexxonGamer77]

The new M5cs defo if it will be my only car.

[@Djw92]

Your channel has substance and quality. I must admit I didn't see the touring video, I think I probably have too many subscriptions at this point ! I'll watch it now and refine what I'm following on here.

[@conorbracewell2218]

How have I only just discovered this, coming over from the main channel. This podcast is brilliant - I love it already 😎

[@Jaybop20]

Got a really soft spot for the Vanquish S Volante personally. One fo them would do nicely.

[@Manguitas27]

I keep watching you because your content is original. As long as you can keep doing it, keep it up. Your edit is, for my liking, very neat. And the podcast is a must.

[@mennoblom7961]

On the topic of reinventing a KZbin channel. I understand your thoughts, as a suggestion :) ; Always good to try new things, but focus on what makes YOU happy, to do what you want to do. Your personal interests have set you apart from other car youtubers the last years (e.g. Drive the World, studio/HQ (along with JWW), behind the glass). I enjoy watching the video's and podcasts where your passion and enthusiasm for cars shines through. Weather it is old or new cars. I must admit I have skipped some videos during Drive the World, mainly because I felt your enthusiasm was lacking sometimes and the videos became part of a routine, where you were not necessarily passionate about the car in question (maybe that was not the case, but that was my impression). LOVED the movies though!! Now I think you are doing a great job, doing (as far as I can tell) what YOU want to do!! And the quality of your content is soo goood, especially the music. I'm not an expert and this is the first time I'm commenting but hope this helps, keep it up. Sorry, a bit long ;).

[@anonymous84170]

By far my fav car KZbin video platform...(seen through glass as well). Admire the fact you are a person who puts out content a large majority of your audience don’t feel alienated by. What I mean by this is that your achievements/cars are achievable by your audience...you not buying a £200k supercar every other week 😂 Keep up the good work 👍🏼

[@anonymous84170]

Also...£140k garage should be...991 turbo s @ rs6 performance 😉

[@jobawickuk]

Stelvio Quadrifoglio and a 991 GT3 (or turbo S 🤷‍♂️) used of course

[@MisterVaneo]

The Fiesta ST Performance Edition has Ford Performance 3 way adjustable coilover suspension (very good rebranded aftermarket items developed by KW), and lightweight flow formed 18 inch alloys. It also has pretty much every option ticked, including the performance pack with Quaife limited slip differential. The ST Edition is also the same spec with a different colour scheme. So yeah, bit more than a paint job. you guys need to research topics sometimes before jumping to conclusions.

[@idzardkruizinga]

So nice coming home a realx with this podcast. Really love the older/ modern classic car vids on the main channel but also the modern stuff that's why i love your channel as well as jww one's

[@ghowells5433]

I have a 991.2 GT3 PDK and a 2020 Macan GTS and it’s a pretty good combo.

[@danielthomas5486]

I like your diverse content Sam, that's why I don't watch many of the channels I use to watch, they are mostly boring now, because I'm an older bloke 56, I like 80,s 90,s early 2000,s so you cover alot of my favorite whips, keep up the great work mate ,cheers from new Zealand....

[@julianadams2206]

Sam, Please, keep doing occasional content on older cars. I for one really enjoyed the recent M5 Touring video as I once drove a similar (non Touring) E34 M5 to spain and back. It’s interesting to hear a new (younger) reviewer perspective. Also an antidote to endless new Supercar content which for most viewers is far less attainable than some older performance cars.

[@tstephenson87]

Don't change what you do mate. Just keep filming what you are passionate or excited about. Surely that's what you set out to do when you first got into KZbin. Your passion and diversity is what sets you apart 👍 Don't compromise yourself for the sake of the algorithm! Love what you do mate!

[@ulphy07]

Long time follower and have always enjoyed both styles of content, I do enjoy the unique older stuff a bit more. But you can get a car launch from 16 other channels. It's always good to come back to stg, for good cinematography and a good cross of lifestyle and car "geek'ery". Keep up the great content 😁

[@salidris6967]

Love the show. What about 991 3.0 turbo and lotus exige v6

[@chrisvandijk99]

I dont even watch Shmee anymore, not my style.... liove this podcast man and your channel.

[@chrissyevs]

Love the podcast guys. Keep up the good work. Look forward to listening in every week.

[@ianturner4557]

Have to say this is the best Podcast and also enjoyable to watch/listen. Keep up the great work 👌

[@carsontrack7351]

Got a M2 Comp as a track car (tuned), GT4 718 as my dream car/track car, and a GTS 718 2.5L as a daily, perfect combination with the best drivers cars. probably all adding up to 200k EUR used, but replace the GTS with a cheaper car like M140i and its perfect.

[@vladgeorgemoldovan5568]

You've got very similar cars, all of them very good. Fair play, but none of them is really practical.

[@carsontrack7351]

@@vladgeorgemoldovan5568 no practicality is something one can live with when young, so far its a dream come true!

[@carllynch8798]

It’s was a great vid on the M5 touring.

[@Ruudy48431]

Nothing better than coming home, and watching this during diner! Keep it up!

[@tomphillips6867]

I love the older stuff Sam, in fact it drew me to your channel rather than the newest latest and greatest I am a latish subscriber. Keep up the good work! But I guess the demographic of Podcasts and these KZbin videos are likely to be older, attention span of the younger generation surely doesn't extend to this time format? More Pod than main channel for me! Again, thanks for the content.

[@OSUCherokee1]

I love the video of a podcast. It's nice to compliment the audio only download.

[@deltaecho8968]

Pls discuss in the next podcast about how the screens in roma,sf90 and other cars would age 10-20 years later!!

[@197craigmonster]

Personally, I follow the content creator as opposed to the topic. An engaging presenter or presentation can make anything interesting or entertaining. Seeing “off topic” content is a bonus for me. But Tony’s point is spot on; KZbin is ‘searched’ for content as opposed to searched for creator, so anything niche by its nature is more likely to get missed. What you need is the time to push volume, ‘churn’ to get the income and then do more stuff you enjoy for its own sake. Reminds me of the premise of the show ‘Extras’; commercial success isn’t always creatively or artistically rewarding. But you’re striking a pretty good balance.

[@MR_BJH]

I would personally by a 458 as it is based on the last natural aspirated V8 engine platform from the greatest Italian car brand EVER!!!!!!!!

[@kkk.542]

Nice choice , but what would drive when you need space and comfort ? 🧐

[@MR_BJH]

£120,000 458 with miles on the clock and then a £20,000 Mercedes E class or a Golf GTI

[@thomasernes9925]

Finally. Ford fiesta ST. You should drive one, please

[@poeto93]

I love how the podcast logo is basically you two arguing lol love your stuff on long drives and video when I get the chance

[@chrisguerin6772]

Single Car Garage - Ferrari 458 Double Car Garage - Ferrari F355, Audi RS6 Triple Car Garage - Ferrari 360, Jag F pace SVR, Mini Copper S

[@chrisdyson5513]

Great episode chaps. Keep going with the modern classics, they are very enjoyable. I have also liked the story based content like DTW. What’s next, once we are out of lockdown? I am with you on the Bentley..... if only, right after the classic air cooled 911 😀. Love both channels.

[@varunthandy8467]

Its not just your favorite part of the week Sam, its mine too. Love listening to your podcast, Much love from India :)

[@mkm282]

Whenever you guys upload a podcast, I go out for a late night walk in the quiet streets of London just to listen to it👏👌

[@timmietz]

I watched your E 34 wagon video and I thought that it was cool to see you do something that’s not very typical for you personally Sam. You did an OK job reviewing the car but it certainly could’ve been better. You could’ve talked a lot more about the fact of this was an evolution version of the car etc. In the spirit of full disclosure, I own one of these, in the final 1995 spec. This car is definitely collectible already and will only become more special as they get older.

[@focus550]

- Your varied content is what keeps your channel fresh, and more relatable to your average viewer. I lost interest in the channels that seem to focus on the Hypercars/custom cars & continuous supercars as i cannot relate to it at all. - BMW CS models; i'm sure they only produce them to help shift the models as they get older, and to make them attractive - 140K car options; E63S Wagon, 85K & Audi R8 V10, 2012, 55K, - Manufacturer overlapping of cars; It comes from the VAG group & the Frenchies; EG Audi A3; 3 door and 5, and estate version, and the cabriolet, S model, RS version. And so do most other A models too . . . . They are trying to capture every single niche and demand and not make it a big gap from one range to another. The gold & Golf plus; 4" of extra room - why not just buy a Passat . . . .

[@tubs1984]

Alpina B5 £100k and then an Alpine at £40k - both used. Got practical in the Alpina and lithe sports car in the Alpine.

[@allanlai_]

Sorry to hear the m5 video didn’t get as many views. I really enjoyed it though and hope you will continue in the future.

[@ibrhelmy]

It would be really nice if you made more than one episode per week

[@RedC220]

At £140k I'm looking at the following eclectic selection of cars. 550 Maranello plus a fast estate Manual 575M F12 Berlinetta GTC4 Lusso Bentley Brooklands Coupe Bentley Flying Spur V8s Or something custom built - Like a BMW E9 restomod using an E34 M5 engine and modern running gear. There is very little new that interests me any more, it's all so fast, so acomplished and so numb that much of the emotion, enjoyment and experience has been engineered out by incredibly capable computers. EDIT: I wrote this list before listening to your choices and appear to have ended up at pretty much the same place. Re 575's the asking prices are mostly not remotely connected to real world selling prices, particularly for the F1 version.

[@prits5976]

For £140k I'd be buying 3 cars not one. M3 csl, lock it away and use on a rare basis £80k, a normal E46 M3 to hoon on dry weekends for £15k and an L322 Supercharged Range Rover for £18k as my daily. Use the remainder of the money for repairs. Please keep up the classic car/modern classic content. I've been loving it. The older cars have so much more personality and they deserve the exposure a lot more than the newer stuff

[@laurentiuprisacariu9905]

have to say I used to listen to the intro before the pre-recorded part. now I always skip the recorded part 😅

[@jackwbitton]

And me haha

[@adamsonlinearrayspeakersha87]

Ok

[@gusb6502]

Same. I find that the old intro was better. Just my opinion

[@Maurice_Moss]

Lol, it got old quite quickly 😅

[@filipegil8752]

140.000 you could have a R26R as a track toy, a cayman as a summer daily and Sunday blast car and a really nice estate to haul family and stuff like a polestar Volvo V60 or just a 540i , etc etc 😎

[@italsounds001]

I’m coming in from a different angle, as much as I can appreciate the latest hyper cars, it’s not my desire to own one, I find your main videos and the pod cast interesting, and well made, but I head to other channels for my classic/retro fix. I think people into that stuff want some information, history and a full run down. On diversifying content, I’m the nut who got into Harry’s farm (on the back of Harry’s garage) and now don’t miss an episode ✌️ Tony and Tommy Cooper, makes complete sense, just like that 😂

[@ap31988]

Well done!!! For me the Best podcast. Ford Ranger Raptor + Lotus Exige + BMW M3 4 door 🇵🇹👏

[@AlphaJB]

GT3 Touring has exactly the same engine, HP & torque as the GT3 PDK. 500bhp n/a manual is absolute driving perfection on the road...

[@benpenagonzales6014]

Literally, the highlight of the week! Keep it going chaps!

[@joshwilletts6852]

Love all your content Sam, not missed a video for 3 years 👌🏼

[@newdarkagenow]

I don't really watch your main channel much, but I catch every episode of BTG, sometimes twice :-)

[@timotejgjurcheski4809]

Awesome as always. But as a regular viewer of this podcast i would like to hear about some more realistic categories of cars that an average car person can afford. For example ~30k hot and warm hatches, saloons and sports cars. Also i would love to hear Your opinion about car modifications and from Tonys side, how they afect the value of the car Keep up the good work Cheers

[@fit_pharmd4830]

Love the Bentley GT choice you made sam! I'm with you all the way!

[@WilliamStevens007]

90 defender boggo steel wheels, commercial spec van in heritage green with cream hardtop and wheels. yes, please.

[@JBthemanwithcars]

Interesting debate. I’ve just been in that position with a £150k budget to replace my 2019 Vantage. It was a relatively easy choice when I spotted a low mileage “20 plate” 600LT Spider with a great specification including MSO sarthe grey paint, Senna seats, carbon packs 1 & 2 and interior pack plus lots, lots more. New list price at £250k and I secured it for just under my budget from a main dealer. Interestingly in the 2 weeks since I bought mine, I’ve watched another six LT Spiders sell on Autotrader. Clearly I’m not the only one who thinks these cars offer a bit of value at the moment, especially when you look at used Pista Spiders at £350k+. Initial impressions are amazing and it feels better built than the 570S I bought new in 2017. In my experience McLaren’s are better bought when they are 1 year old due to the savage initial depreciation.

[@matthewbaker71]

I LOVE when Tony looks at Sam and asks “Are you joking?!” 😂😂😂

[@matthewwilliams1155]

I liked the m5 video, what do you think of the b5 touring alpina? Or alpina in general 🙏

[@joeogle7729]

May i suggest a Lotus Cortina / Sierra COZEH.

[@malcolmwelsh6638]

Tonight's behind the glass was another great one 👍 keep up the good work Sam and Tony. Look forward to the McLaren video Sam

[@elliotbarford7666]

Aston Martin vanquish 2013 onwards 80k odd for the right one then 60k on a older g class

[@aNinjaW0rm]

Anything from the 90s I’m all over, the looks and the driving feeing!

[@presley1234567]

Sam and Tony, we need an episode on Porsche dealers games on GT products and you opinion on how this could fixed to make buying one fair for customers, rather then the secret deals being allowed to continue 👍

[@zacdonaghey8445]

r8 v10 plus, RR VELAR, golf R. perhaps

[@gen1c8rs88]

Suposidlly a 550 is a better handling car than a 575? Mabye a comparision would be good content.

[@CarEnthused]

The e34 touring video is one I’m super excited to watch but I keep forgetting to check it out so I’ll do that after the podcast

[@letsgomr.driver1609]

Regarding the E34 M5 video, might have been an idea to compare it to the latest M5 CS if you could get your hands on one :D

[@rebelranter]

Maybe do a “old & new” series of videos? Comparing old and new. That would appeal to those in both camps and also provide the “new car generation” with a bit of context as to the origins of some of these modern cars.

[@BarryMakariou]

Hey Sam could you do piece on recent or past automotive adverts? lots to discuss here!

[@fitzyclio93]

Would love to see a best car 3-4k discussion. I feel alot if people can relate and also will make tony squirm as he realises that decent cars exist which are older than 4 days! 😂

[@gavinleyfield3195]

I’d buy an XKR (last one they made) for sub 40k. Then a RR Vogue 4.4 TDI for 25k as the family hack, maybe a cheap hatch (mini or golf) and spend the rest on guitars lol

[@gobinduppal4429]

E39 M5 (a mint one, for like 40k), a 981 GT4, and for that extra 10k or so, an E46 330i ZHP

[@ajcgolf69]

Sam, just keep doing what you’re doing don’t go chasing views and algorithms. For me the way you make videos you want to and are enthusiastic about it is what keeps the loyal watchers coming back all the time. Shmee is on another level but when you compare your vids to some of your other colleagues with more subs you get consistently way more views than others who chased the views and ran out of ideas

[@benhainsworth7911]

This is genuinely the highlight of the week

[@cray986]

If I spent 140 on a single car it'd be a TVR Sagaris when it's legal here in the states. But if I spent it on 2 cars it'd be an Alpine A110, again not legal in the U.S. and a Sierra Denali.

[@popsbubbles1242]

I once phoned a car dealer, I asked does the car have 2 sets of keys, I got a short answer "Fuck off!" and the slam of the phone in my ear LOL

[@jf6853]

Great to see there is actually a drink in your cups (can see the weight when picking up). In 99% of other videos (films mainly) the cups are ALWAYS empty. Anyone know why?

[@MarcSob22]

The Ferrari 488 GTB is the best option for this money!