Collecting Addicts Episode 23: Famous Guests, Unsung Motoring Heroes, Canadian F1 GP & Q-Cars!

[@sunnycoastbadrse1730]

Neil "I identify as Emma" Clifford. I love listening to you guys, great work as always

[@gordonsimpson3235]

Yes, that made me chuckle too. Has Neil told his wife that he has made this momentous change?

[@jeremyparsons5379]

Only at weekends 😂

[@aaronventosa4741]

this podcast group are the real unsung heroes

[@angeloah]

Great one gents, Chris is my unsung hero. His emotion before he went out in a mini, his dear mum story was all I needed to hear. Plus his episodes/exploits about the interwebs on other shows are always a treat. A true enthusiast and driver.

[@cezarb4047]

Honestly, my top 3 podcasts. Feels like a nice casual chat with some fun, love it

[@jimosborn3411]

Weekly videos/podcasts from Drivetribe, AutoAlex, Late-Break Show, Smith&Sniff, Harry's Garage, I enjoy them all. But this podcast tops them all in my book.

[@markokozic]

Richard Lietz is a Legend and one of my favorite drivers for sure.

[@bibnakladnistvo]

really cool guy... drove me around a track in 997.2 turbo s.. veeeery sideways.. :D

[@parthlad]

From what little I've seen of him in the Fassbender Porsche series, the man is a class driver

[@robbyrne4561]

Love this podcast lads. Shared it with all my friends and all of us (in our early 30s). We are all falling in love with more and more classic cars because of this and terrified for our bank accounts. Thank you from all of us for this entertainment.

[@martynpotter21]

As someone who is also in his early 30's, I love this podcast and classic cars.

[@jamiedufrayer5461]

Adrian Newry in the house! Mike drop moment, excellent work guys. You've exceeded yourselves, who next? 😀

[@sresto7943]

With Adrian, i think the term, you've peaked too early comes to my mind.

[@michaelbarkham6064]

Great work as always. Was waiting for the 850 T5R for Q car though

[@tantive4]

Oh yes.

[@sams8591]

Probably the best car podcast around along with the Intercooler. What I love about you guys is, and this is rare in the current climate, you are giving honest opinions on cars without restriction for fear of the wrath of car brands. Similar to Harry’s Garage, Tyrell’s classic cars etc… what we crave now is honesty and open views. This podcast feels like a bunch of car enthusiasts sitting in a pub, and saying whatever they are thinking without restriction. Praise and criticise without fear. Love it.

[@jasondurden2803]

Never before have I felt even the slightest bit compelled to reach for the comments section week in week out as i do with this absolute gem of a podcast. Thank you chap's, it really is the only way to start the weekend. Truly the best thing on the internet.

[@petergaltry4529]

And thanks for having Adrian Newy on. I'm a 60 years hoon and at work the young folk call me Analogue Pete. I love sharing the Newy story about designing the Red Bull Aero with an HB pencil and a sheet of A3 paper using only his nowse and no digital program shite.

[@abs2fast2furios]

Ofc i want a Chris Cooper Explains series

[@conorwade11]

Lotus Carlton / Omega is surely the ultimate Q car.

[@Gorbyrev]

Brilliant as ever gentlemen. I am going to do two challenges in one. A gentlemen lived near us on the outskirts of Edinburgh. He owned a Misano Blue E61 M5 Touring which along with a Caterham would get Reg's money spent with plenty left over. Thing was I first encountered this car in a traffic jam and I smiled at the 285 section rear tyres and the quad exhausts but on the tailgate it read "520D". Perfect Q-car.

[@hondansx1000]

:O CHRIS i can't believe you mentioned BRIXMUS, my dad was involved with that during his time in the Army. I took him to RAF Cosford once and they had one there in Cold War exhibit and when he saw it he was gobsmacked as it brought back so many memories for him. Glad you mentioned that. Lovely episode as ever gents

[@thedalailmao]

This HAS to be the best episode in the Collecting Addicts series. Everyone was on 10/10ths. To top it off, Adrian Newey and Chris Goodwin. Bloody hell.

[@paulhancock]

Truly excellent show as usual fellas. Thank you for taking the time as always. Just with regard to Q-cars, my all time favourite is the original early-90's Volvo T5. You couldn't pick a more unlikely, dull, mundane car to be a fast, performance-focused vehicle. When the police choose a car as their unmarked highway vehicles (as they did with the T5), that is the absolute badge of approval of a Q-car. No one ever paid it any attention, never saw it coming, and didn't take it seriously until they couldn't shake it at 150mph on the M1. My close 2nd is the C5 Audi RS6 (as seen in Layer Cake). The choice of big time cocaine dealers posing as respectable business men... Says it all! Legendary cult Q-car.

[@Pete-z6e]

Love this Addicts series, always happy to see the latest offering…superb.

[@surajchandarana4314]

Love the segment on the Q Cars. The Q car I would point out in this new generation is the new 2023 Lexus IS500. It incapsulates the meaning of Q car with its subtle looks but packs a 5.0L V8 with 470hp!

[@martynpotter21]

This week on Collecting Q's Missed the music section, but I understand the time constraints. Absolutely loving these chats gents, they have become a stapled part of my week. A quick glance on collecting cars and Uncle Reg's inheritance is going on a B6 Alpina (E30) and a 512 TR

[@thomasaskew1654]

There's a BRIXMIS Opel Senator on display in the cold war exhibit at RAF museum Cosford, it was there that I first heard about the mission and the undercover cars they used. The notion of a family saloon being used as something so badass is quite extraordinary

[@gmacdk]

Q-Car: On our way back from Italy we were overtaken by a big, upright black 4-door 50´s Merc in the north of Germany. As we were doing over a 100 mph this was a surprise... So I overtook it, and got a good look at it. It was beautifully restored and shiny, and had no problems at all keeping up with Autobahn traffic. Her blew past me in a cloud of petrol fumes a few times, and that thing could move! Got home and looked it up: It was a Mercedes-Benz W189, basically the car the production Gullwing got it´s engine and suspension from. That´s a Q-car.

[@johnking9754]

A favorite and great Q-car: Lancia Thema 3.2. Amazing show- I simply love it! The whole thing, all of it, every episode

[@Zenyettamondatta]

Thank you so much chaps, another fantastic bit of work, I would genuinely pay for quality like this and I think, as many many others do what you lot do is just brilliant, long may it continue, once again thanks.

[@feliperc4805]

I love how natural this podcast is and how they introduce two of the biggest living legends of automobilism in the most unceremonious way.

[@DrMillerfan]

Really love the podcast guys . When Chris said about going down the pub to talk about pro drivers. This is what the podcast feels like. Friends down the pub having a good natter. Cheers guys ! 🍺

[@Rlee571]

What a fabulous podcast. Thoroughly enjoyable. Thank you gents 👍

[@graemewilson1400]

Hahaha love it just about to comment and there's Mr Newey amazing thank you. My sleeper I own is a not loved but I do. It's a 93 Subaru rs liberty(legacy) a couple of weekends ago drove down to Grafton, I backed off at 200ks totally illegal in this country but you know what, I love this old girl quick( enough) quiet and comfortable. Love this show my other half just knows when I'm watching.....out bursts of laughter...thanks guys.🇦🇺

[@Andy_Holbrook332]

Cracking podcast. Sat here listening to and reflecting on what you’ve been chatting about, in front of a chiminea with a whisky. It’s just makes my Friday and the rounds off the week.

[@gordonsimpson3235]

Chris (H), I have been extolling the virtues of a Group 4 Escort rally car for a while now ( I had them back in the day), ...... all the performance you can handle (its not about top speed), and still utilise on our narrow lanes.....so I am 100% behind your choice. As you say Viking will build you one with a proper BDG motor (I would say 250 bhp is enough, with a proper works spec drive train - no sequential gearbox or 15 inch wheels), or perhaps one of MST's lovely recreations.

[@markscenic8331]

Not sure why but the four screens really work for me. Great episode.

[@Rmcaw]

I think the Q-Car appeals to all men because (getting a bit abstract here) it's a form of archetype of the alpha male we'd all wish to be. The younger generation seem to aspire to this brash style of alpha who has to tell you he is one, like a Lambo. In reality a true Alpha doesn't need to say, he confidently and quietly gets on with what he wants, but when he needs to he has the strength and skills to beat anyone. That is the Q-Car and that's why we love it.

[@Madmaverick101]

To recall a Clarkson-ism... "He has come among us!!!". Royalty abounds when these five scallywags get together. Absolutely love it!

[@fast_eddie3441]

Q Car-My 309gti with an mi16 engine in on webber 45's in the early 90's , sitting at the traffic lights next to much more powerful machinery and watching their faces as the roar erupted on amber.. Priceless

[@sunnycullen]

You are all absolute legends, that was an emotional rollercoaster that Blackpool would of been proud of. Highlight of the week 👍

[@IOWPCV]

Totally love this podcast series... quality from everyone...

[@KeechysCars]

Sat at Oulton park, watching a general trackday with the pod on. Serious bosh.

[@S18DMW]

Underrated motoring people. Surely Leena Gade deserves a honorary mention at least?

[@DidierPeroni]

No ducking way. You people are absolute aces

[@jonkenwell5514]

I’ve been listening to this from day one, another fantastic episode today. Fabulous piece about Q-Cars, I totally agree with Neil’s comment that most come from Germany and with Chris H saying it’s usually the second one down in the pecking order. One of my personal favourites is the BMW M340i Touring. Far less ‘shouty’ than the new M3 Touring, but still an iron fist in velvet glove and I suspect, a better day to day proposition. Surprised Chris C didn’t nominate an Alpina, a brand built on Q status in my opinion. Thanks guys and already looking forward to the next episode 👍

[@wimdepril6920]

I feel like you guys could all be my soul mates. Great chat, as always. Thank you!

[@kevingolden5675]

Late this morning boys but I'll let you off. Going to chill now for an hour and watch your weekly rants.

[@tantive4]

I'm suprised Chris never mentioned Tom Walkinshaw's V6 transit, the mileage accumulater test mule for the XJ220. That's a hell of a thing

[@BrendanEvan]

For a pointless podcast about silly cars this thing has had a profound effect on me: these 5 guys spend so much time with each other + so much time driving and thinking about cars. It makes realize perhaps I can slow down and take some time with friends or make space for a fun car in my life.

[@Stegs68]

Fantastic as ever guys - thank you!

[@thepuntersperspective]

the joy i get when i hear clifford announce Le Mans & Arnarge

[@samieb155]

Mr Lietz what a legend he is. Have watched the whole story with MF becoming a Racing Driver in the GT3 class, it was brilliant. RL provided so much confidence to MF when he had a huge crash at Le Mans in '22 or in the build up to it. I'll agree with Eddie's (Jordans) comments that F1 is boring with MV & RB winning everything. The '22 Rule/ Regs changes were supposed to level the playing field, but sadly alas it hasn't happened and F1 should make changes to do so, just as they tried to do in the Merc AMG era. A good PC as always though Gents.

[@kevincoombs7348]

Really great episode and yep for sure Backfire is a must read for any car person.

[@Ultimora1]

Loved this episode. I’d like to ad a superb Q-Car option. Mercedes had the option possible to ad a Business Pack on the E63 W212. It added chrome and had a normal rear bumper

[@mattylf1]

Great start to the weekend listening to these lads. Lotus Carlton was always my Q car of choice. You'd have to really look to spot those Lotus badges, otherwise it looks like any other reps car of that era.

[@jammymark]

I was quite impressed when a VW dealer lent me a Passat W8 estate way back when. Not exactly a good car but 280hp and 4motion. Debadged the only give away would be the 4 exhausts. In metallic gold it hid its intentions well. Not "really" quick but it could definitely "shovel a bit". Relentless would be a good description.

[@thenewvoice8]

Huge drive? Up to the highlands? he he he. Having just driven Melbourne to Exmouth (WA) for the solar eclipse, across the Nullarbor (twice) and going along a stretch for 500km only passing 12 vehicles, and then some real remote places - a mere 9,864km there and back - that was a huge drive.

[@kevincoombs7348]

Good tip re Fassbenders Road to Le Mans. Terrific!

[@adrianmay2970]

Please never stop these. Are so entertaining 💪

[@devd6373]

wtf thats a hell of a special guest!

[@jamar959]

The "Q" of podcasts! Five middle aged blokes, run by an "angry little man". Bloody brilliant!

[@tomstoddart-scott173]

I’ll gladly defer to Chris Cooper’s knowledge but I’m sure I read somewhere that Q Cars came about as a result of the RUC (possibly MI5) in Northern Ireland needing souped up undercover cars to get them out of sticky situations. Some were more Q than others - some MK1 Escort Estates were run as well as the usual 60s,70s and 80s cars with big engines dropped in. Alan Clark is a hero of mine. Little Silver his 85 911 cabriolet, his Citroen Méhari, Jane Clark’s DS decapotable being some of my favourites. I think the family sold some of the cars but it would be lovely to hear what has happened to them - perhaps a segment for a future PodCast? I’m addicted to Collecting Addicts please don’t ever make us go cold turkey!

[@andymiller8877]

Great as always, the Swedish have always made great Q-cars.

[@johnmull59]

Just watched Peter Hickman's 136pmh lap of IoM TT. Unbelievable!

[@taxus750]

My unsung motoring hero - Steve "Stavros" Parrish. Ex motorbike racer (once Barry Sheene's team-mate) turned truck racer and all-round nutter.

[@therepublicofspeed7513]

Erich Waxenberger is the guy who stuck the big 6.9 in a W116 S Class. Only Died in 2017 and I did get to meet him. cool guy

[@ChrisDorgan]

2 car garage - Manual F430 (or 360) & a manual V12 AM Roadster... or a 718 Porsche Spyder and a fully resto-modded manual 60's Mustang fastback

[@jamzization]

Did Adrian Newey misidentify the white Challenger from Vanishing point as a Pontiac?

[@JohnFromAccounting]

For me, Paul Stoddart is an unsung motoring hero. Minardi was a terrible team with a miniscule budget. They were really struggling to get any kind of operation together. Stoddart knew that the team had absolutely no ambitions beyond the back of the grid, but it was a great way to get people into motorsport. His team introduced Fernando Alonso and Mark Webber to Formula 1. It was the last team Jos Verstappen ever raced for. And Stoddart got the ball rolling on budget caps, which are now in place and have changed the sport forever.

[@sheikhOfWater]

Hope you're watching the WRC Safari Rally this weekend gents

[@SteveKiernan-zb5dq]

Brilliant, keep em coming guys 👌

[@advent1969]

None of the guys went for the AMG Hammer, remember reading an article in a magazine where it was tested against a 288 GTO, with Michele Alboreto at the wheel of the GTO and has shock as the Hammer was glued to his bumper 😂

[@teodorpoienaru2625]

Hello Guys! You should make a category: Track, Daily, Kill. And select 3 cars each episode. Also you can take them from comments. Interaction would be nice! Good job on the podcast!

[@teodorpoienaru2625]

Track, Daily, Kill: P1, La Ferrari, 918

[@teodorpoienaru2625]

Track, Daily, Kill: Quattro, Integrale, Escort.

[@NewCastleIndiana]

I grew up in what we call a Chrysler town, also known as Mopar, and we all had our fathers hand me down muscle cars. Mine was an old 442 and almost everybody else’s was a charger or a challenger or a superbee. The vanishing point car was not a Pontiac.

[@Grez6232]

My offer for this week's two car garage: full tarmac rally spec E30 M3 with a habitable interior and as unknackered a Suzuki Cappuccino as the remaining £2.50 will buy. And the ultimate Q-car is, of course, the D2 Audi S8, ideally with the EU-market manual 'box.

[@ianstretch6815]

It’s only getting better gents

[@vokstar]

They are getting better and better. Q cars though, the Cav's they used to use in Germany totally forgot about those, what weapons they would've been, but what about the modded cars the police used in Northern Ireland, could turn off the brake lights and what not...

[@Andy_T79]

My ultimate Q car has to be a Mercedes-Benz W123 500TE AMG... whilst wearing an Ex MOD Rolex Mil-Sub 5513, which could be picked up from army surplus sales for a mere £350 back in the day.

[@xrghbalsara]

Ken Miles for me any day as my un-sung Racing Hero

[@markcooper770]

Bloody excellent.

[@sheikhOfWater]

Chris when are you doing the East African Safari Classic with Tuthill?

[@mikerayner5938]

23 episodes shared. Thank you very much. *M240i. You know. Mr Harris.

[@oldclassiccarUK]

*Not really a Q-car in its current livery but I was very taken with the ex-Silverstone XJ12 Series 1 at Bicester last weekend with its manual 'box, does that work as a Q-car if it received a more subtle paintjob (which would be heresy I know)?*

[@duileyah]

the passat R36 was a very good Q-car.....especially the wagon variant.

[@paulclark4426]

The Aussie contribution to the Q Car would have to be the Ford G6E Turbo. 4.0l inline 6 turbo.

[@simonmorris6258]

Alan Clark went from being a 'bit of a cad' to 'rapist' pretty quickly about 4 years ago when new facts came to light. He was my late dad's favourite MP too, unfortunately.

[@HamiltonJamesCars]

“Chris Cooper Explains” yes please

[@richardmurphy8010]

Great episode Gents

[@dougsmith4678]

AN! Nice cameo gents!

[@chrisward403]

What can be said apart from Fantastic 😊

[@simondaniels2043]

Great podcast. Bit too addictive to watch tbh. Good cast too. Love Chris Harris's vain attempts to marshall, umpire and keep the guys on topic. I have a question for the panel. Why do we always see VOLVOS depicted in most American films with a strong family message? Reliability? Unbreakable movie contract? Please clarify, elucidate and discuss. P.S. keep up the good work.

[@khymia27]

Well said Chris!!!

[@ripnsoar]

Loving these

[@iandavidson99]

Q -Car: Volvo V60 Estate Polestar

[@RhysC-ve5te]

Should be a section in the pod called where Is Neil this week 🤣

[@mrcolmun]

I’m glad Neil said what the rest of us were thinking.. someone’s pulled!!

[@thenewvoice8]

Best Q Car is the Toyota Aurion - its more Q than any Merc or Jag or the like - it looks like a Camry, which makes it next level Q as it disappears into obscurity, but it has a 3.5 V6 and goes like the clappers - and is as reliable as they come.

[@yerrie1908]

The one everyone misses is E12 M535i, doesn’t get any better

[@gmain1977]

Sleeper car for me is a COPO, not just any COPO but a 1969 Chevy Camaro ZL1 which had no badging at all , car was homoogated for drag racing with no graphics or anything on car that bragged about its performance. It had 7 litre Aluminium engine producing over 430hp. At the lights it looked like it had a 396 cubic inch engine not the 427 it actually had.

[@simoncoppingongoogle850]

Two unsung heros for me. Richard Parry-Jones and Sir Adrian Shooter Don't know, go look

[@obsidian....]

13:13 One of the few times Chris Cooper waxing lyrically about someone is fully founded in truth and agreement from me 👏👏👏

[@vokstar]

Buick Grand National as one of the all time greatest Q cars. Ok we know about them now, but at the time even when people had learnt how to wind the wick up on them, people in V8's would still try to take them on.

[@legaltechinnovations1594]

Nice one boys!

[@ChrisDorgan]

Chris introducing Fassbender chat by talking about the W series 👀🤣