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Oh, the weather outside is frightful... so get out there and start doing some stupid stuff in cars. Yes, whether it's racing a rally car against a bobsleigh, playing ice hockey with tiny Suzukis, or seeing if a Ferrari can get you from Britain to the ski slopes quicker than a plane, Top Gear has always been at the cutting edge of cold-weather, car-based messing about. Can a combine harvester be turned into a snow plough? What happens if you ski-jump a rocket-powered Mini? Does a Jaguar estate make a good ski lift? This collection sees Jeremy, James and Richard - a trio well versed in trading on thin ice - answering these vital questions, and more besides. Uniting, for the first time, some of the best Top Gear winter adventures, it's a snowy, slippery celebration of all things sub-zero. When the temperature plummets, the fun begins...

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S0 · E122Top Gear: Back in the Fast Lane 2003-10-20 · 103 min＋

A special containing some of the finest and funniest moments from the the first two series, featuring a variety of the most powerful vehicles ever made. Presented by outspoken pundit Jeremy Clarkson, includes guest appearances by Harry Enfield, Jonathan Ross, Jay Kay, Steve Coogan, Anne Robinson and Tara Palmer-Tompkinson. Highlights include reviews of Aston Martin Vanquish, DB7, Pagani Zonda, Lotus Elise and Esprit plus ‘Doughnut Grannies’, ‘Plane vs. Car’ and ‘Bus Jumping Over Motorbike’.

S0 · E123Top Gear: Revved Up 2005-06-06 · 112 min＋

In between mercilessly pulverising the motoring industry's slackers and bagging themselves a place in the cockpit of the latest, sleekest and fastest drives, Jeremy Clarkson, James May and Richard Hammond have had some fun racing, crashing and generally mucking about in the most unlikely vehicles. Now direct from the Top Gear bunker, Richard brings us the best, and most requested petrolhead stunts from the unmissable show's recent series.

S1 · E1Episode 1 2002-10-20 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson introduces the new-look Top Gear before embarking on a decidedly British booze cruise in a Citroën Berlingo. He also pits the Pagani Zonda against the Lamborghini Murciélago, while Richard Hammond reviews the Mazda6 and attempts to answer an important question: can you actually beat a speed camera? Elsewhere, Jayson Taylor demonstrates how to run a car on vegetable oil, and Harry Enfield becomes the first Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E2Episode 2 2002-10-27 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson joins a gathering of Ford RS enthusiasts before taking the new Focus RS to a suitably deserted stretch of road. He also tests a remarkably quick supercar built in a shed in Leicestershire — the Noble M12 GTO. Meanwhile, Richard Hammond fulfils a childhood ambition by driving a Ford Escort RS1800 and discovers how many motorcycles a double-decker bus can jump before things become expensive. Jay Kay is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E3Episode 3 2002-11-03 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson reviews the new Mini Cooper and Toyota Yaris Verso, while the Westfield XTR2 takes on the Pagani Zonda in a track battle. Elsewhere, some spirited grannies perform doughnuts, and actor Ross Kemp laps the test track as the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E4Episode 4 2002-11-10 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson heads to the Isle of Man with Formula One World Champion Damon Hill to settle an important question: Aston Martin Vanquish or Ferrari 575M? He also catches up with World Rally Champion Richard Burns and takes a look at the latest James Bond machinery from Die Another Day. Meanwhile, Richard Hammond tests a selection of family saloons using a distinctly Formula One-inspired approach, while Jason Dawe goes bargain hunting for a used Nissan Skyline GT-R. Steve Coogan is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E5Episode 5 2002-11-17 · 60 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson takes the unconventional Renault Vel Satis to what he considers its natural habitat — Swindon — before unleashing his own car on the test track and introducing the now-legendary Cool Wall. Richard Hammond gets behind the wheel of the new BMW Z4, while Jason Dawe assesses a used Volkswagen Golf GTI and oversees the return of the grannies, this time to see whether they can master the art of the handbrake turn. Tara Palmer-Tomkinson is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E6Episode 6 2002-11-24 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson reviews the Renault Vel Satis, BMW Z4, Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG and Honda NSX Type R, while Richard Hammond takes the new BMW Z4 Roadster for a spin. Jason Dawe assesses the Volkswagen Golf as a used buy, and Jeremy puts his own car to the test. The Cool Wall makes its debut, and the grannies return to compete in a handbrake-parking challenge. Tara Palmer-Tomkinson is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E7Episode 7 2002-12-01 · 59 min＋

In an episode (supposedly) devoted to the environment, Jeremy Clarkson investigates the controversial M4 bus lane while Richard Hammond reviews the Saab 9-3 from the least environmentally friendly place imaginable — a traffic jam. Elsewhere, Jeremy discovers how to drive a Lotus Elise 111S properly, Richard launches the search for Britain's fastest faith, and Jason Dawe visits a school to settle the important question of which supercar children love most. Rick Parfitt is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E8Episode 8 2002-12-08 · 60 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson compares yet another fast Mercedes with yet another fast Audi — the Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG and Audi RS6 — before taking the new Maserati Coupé for a spin. Richard Hammond tackles a group test of superminis, sets out to find Britain's fastest white van man, and discovers whether even Lotus can turn a humble Lada Riva into something worth driving. Sir Michael Gambon is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S1 · E9Episode 9 2002-12-22 · 60 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson sets out to find the ultimate school-run machine by pitting a people carrier, a luxury SUV and a full-blown off-roader against one another, before taking the all-new Volkswagen Golf for a spin. Richard Hammond investigates the Subaru Forester, while the team discovers what a Jaguar XJ-S is really worth once all the unnecessary bits are removed. Elsewhere, The Stig attempts the entirely sensible task of racing a Radical SR3 against an aerobatic aircraft. And in the reasonably priced car, Gordon Ramsay tries not to swear.

S1 · E10Episode 10 2002-12-29 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson heads into the countryside to discover which off-roader is best when the tarmac runs out, and also gives the Lotus Esprit V8 a thorough workout. Richard Hammond gets behind the wheel of TVR's striking new T350C, while Jason Dawe searches the classifieds for a bargain Nissan Primera. Elsewhere, the search for Britain's fastest faith enters its second round, and the team hands out the annual Top Gear Awards.

S2 · E1Episode 1 2003-05-11 · 59 min＋

REVIEWS: Smart Roadster • Volkswagen Beetle Cabriolet • Bowler Wildcat • Bentley T2 CHALLENGE: Drag racer jet engine incinerates Nissan Sunny In the seemingly never-ending quest to destroy as many caravans as possible, Richard uses a drag racer to rid the roads of Britain of yet another one. A Nissan Sunny - the car Richard hates more than any other is also destroyed in the same manner. James May makes his first appearance on 'new' top Gear: he shows us his Bentley T2 and tells us why it’s a nightmare to own. Richard Drives the Bowler Wildcat and declares himself: “a driving god!” The Smart Roadster and the McLaren F1 are also featured.Vinnie Jones in the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car

S2 · E2Episode 2 2003-05-18 · 60 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson immerses himself in the world of luxury with the new Rolls-Royce Phantom, while Richard Hammond takes the stately Rover P5B for a drive. Elsewhere, the Audi S4 and BMW M3 go head-to-head in a battle of performance saloons, and the team stages a race to discover which British political party is the fastest. Actor Chris Barrie argues that the Jaguar E-Type is the greatest car ever made, while Jamie Oliver attempts the entirely sensible task of making a salad in the back of a moving camper van driven by the Stig before setting a lap time as the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E3Episode 3 2003-05-25 · 60 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson tests the Volkswagen Touareg to find out whether any SUV is really worth £50,000, before taking the BMW Z8 Alpina for a drive and finding an unexpected reason not to buy one. Richard Hammond samples the Lexus SC430, James May reviews the Perodua Kelisa, and the Hyundai Coupé also comes under scrutiny. Elsewhere, a Jaguar XJS receives a nitrous-powered performance boost, and the team sets out to discover which country builds the fastest supercar. David Soul is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car, with predictably destructive results.

S2 · E4Episode 4 2003-06-01 · 60 min＋

Jaguar takes centre stage as Jeremy Clarkson explores the marque's past, present and future. He drives the Aston Martin DB7 GT and Jaguar XKR-R, while the striking Jaguar R-Coupé concept offers a glimpse of what may lie ahead. James May gets behind the wheel of the legendary Jaguar C-Type, and the team investigates a vital question: just how far can you drive in a Jaguar XJR before boredom sets in? Elsewhere, A.A. Gill makes the case for the London taxi as the greatest car ever made, and Boris Johnson attempts to survive a lap in the reasonably priced car.

S2 · E5Episode 5 2003-06-08 · 59 min＋

In a programme devoted to all things blokey, Jeremy Clarkson compares the Porsche 911 Turbo with its more sensible sibling before sampling what he calls the ultimate bloke hatchback: the Renault Clio V6. James May takes a Triumph TR6 for a drive, Richard Hammond investigates a man who keeps a car in his kitchen, and the Ford StreetKa also comes under scrutiny. Elsewhere, the Ford World Rally Team's mechanics take on four women preparing for a night out in a race against the clock, Richard nominates the Land Rover as the greatest car of all time, and Anne Robinson is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E6Episode 6 2003-06-15 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson settles the latest chapter in the Subaru Impreza WRX STi versus Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII rivalry, while also putting the Peugeot 206 GTi and Vauxhall VX220 Turbo through their paces. James May is tasked with setting a new land-speed record for towing a caravan — an endeavour that goes about as well as you'd expect. Elsewhere, Richard Hammond samples the fearsome Palmer Jaguar at a track day, Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason champions his choice for the greatest car ever made, and Richard Whiteley is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E7Episode 7 2003-06-22 · 53 min＋

The astonishing 655bhp Koenigsegg CC8S arrives at the Top Gear test track, setting a blistering straight-line speed and raising the question of whether it can also claim the fastest lap. Jeremy Clarkson samples the enormous Hummer H2, while Richard Hammond takes an even less sensible approach to transport by driving a Talon riot-control vehicle straight through a portacabin. Elsewhere, the Renault Mégane undergoes a crash test with a very real occupant, the new Aston Martin V8 Vantage makes its debut, Stuart Hall champions the Rolls-Royce Silver Cloud as the greatest car ever made, and Neil Morrissey is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E8Episode 8 2003-07-06 · 46 min＋

James and Richard enjoy camping in the wettest part of the UK so they can test a variety of Cabriolets, while Jeremy tests the Alpha Romeo 147 GTA, and Jodie Kidd is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E9Episode 9 2003-07-13 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson tests Volvo's claim that the new S60 R can challenge the BMW M3 before attempting to drive a Vauxhall Signum from the back seat using little more than string and garden equipment. James May investigates the futuristic, hydrogen-powered GM Hy-Wire concept, while Richard Hammond takes the extraordinary tilting Vandenbrink Carver for a spin and tries to decide whether it's a car, a motorcycle, or something in between. Elsewhere, Graeme Le Saux champions the Audi Quattro as the greatest car ever made, and Patrick Stewart is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.

S2 · E10Episode 10 2003-07-20 · 59 min＋

Jeremy Clarkson assesses Volkswagen's ambitious Phaeton luxury saloon before sampling an Overfinch-tuned Range Rover with enough power to alarm nearby continents. Richard Hammond puts the TVR T350C to the test alongside a Harrier jump jet, while The Stig settles a heated debate by taking both the TVR and a Noble around the track to determine which is truly faster. Elsewhere, James May gets behind the wheel of the colossal Cadillac Sixteen concept, the team meets Britain's fastest disabled driver, and Alan Davies is the Star in a Reasonably Priced Car.