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Old 06-16-2016 | 11:31 PM
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Looks like the BBC called off the lawyers and left ep 2 & 3 on u tube because no one was watching it on legit TV. Loved Chris Harris's TDF segment. Typically likeable but atypically informative and funny. The 2 black guys were hilarious. Unfortunately found the rest of the segments dull and uninformative while the delivery was stiff and just not funny. And who thought of putting a barely English speaking German on English TV? It's government so they'll keep pissing away the taxpayers' money just to spite the Clarkson & Co.
Old 06-20-2016 | 01:17 PM
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I just watched 2 episodes and enjoyed them. Not sure what people that are criticizing the show are expecting.
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this stuff just keeps getting better and better

Top Gear: Co-Host Matt LeBlanc Says He Will Leave TV Show if Chris Evans Is Not Fired, Reports Say


The former "Friends" actor has allegedly been frustrated with Evans' attitude towards the team on the show, outlets reported. BBC has reportedly agreed to pay Le Blanc for two series.
Old 06-28-2016 | 11:07 PM
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Well, I have a different opinion than most. I say get rid of Joey. What the hell is he doing on TG anyway? I actually like Evans. I take the show (and Evans) for what it is, and try not to compare it to the old Top Gear, or compare Evans to Clarkson.

I respect Sabine's driving ability, but I say get rid of her as well.
Old 06-28-2016 | 11:35 PM
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imo. there are not enough Porsches being driven. I say scrap the whole show.
Old 06-29-2016 | 12:31 AM
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Originally Posted by jumper5836
imo. there are not enough Porsches being driven. I say scrap the whole show.
...says he the completely unbiased 3 Porsche owner!
Old 06-29-2016 | 08:22 AM
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Originally Posted by PbPedis
Well, I have a different opinion than most. I say get rid of Joey. What the hell is he doing on TG anyway? I actually like Evans. I take the show (and Evans) for what it is, and try not to compare it to the old Top Gear, or compare Evans to Clarkson.

I respect Sabine's driving ability, but I say get rid of her as well.
Really? See, I'm the other way. I don't mind Leblanc at all, he is a car guy and even (I understand) does some racing. Sabine is a brilliant driver and has shown promise on prior series, but seems to be trying a little hard. Eddie is actually a surprise to me as he's actually not a bad fit in an "against the grain" sort of way. I can even accept the young guy who did the Tesla and Focus RS segments, he's not bad at all. Chris Evans is ruining it for me, I just want to fast forward through anything he is in. My question is "what is he doing on TG?". Other than collecting Ferraris? I really don't know his background, but seems that getting car sick is not something you'd want in a car show host.

Chris Harris, well he is brilliant, period, and should be running the show. Just my opinion, and we all know what opinions are like
Old 06-29-2016 | 06:10 PM
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I would be surprised if most of us would not get car sick with Sabine at full tilt.
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Originally Posted by JTT
Really? See, I'm the other way. I don't mind Leblanc at all, he is a car guy and even (I understand) does some racing. Sabine is a brilliant driver and has shown promise on prior series, but seems to be trying a little hard. Eddie is actually a surprise to me as he's actually not a bad fit in an "against the grain" sort of way. I can even accept the young guy who did the Tesla and Focus RS segments, he's not bad at all. Chris Evans is ruining it for me, I just want to fast forward through anything he is in. My question is "what is he doing on TG?". Other than collecting Ferraris? I really don't know his background, but seems that getting car sick is not something you'd want in a car show host.

Chris Harris, well he is brilliant, period, and should be running the show. Just my opinion, and we all know what opinions are like
Yes, Matt is a car guy, but I don't find him particularly funny, nor does he seem all that enthusiastic on the show. Not to mention the fact that this is a British show and having a Yank on it seems so out of place. Evans might be a little loud and annoying to many, but at least he is enthusiastic. I think he has been doing a good job and can't for the life of me figure out why 99% of the comments about him are negative.
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Chris Evans just quit....didn't like him anyways and a bit eccentric for the show...but whether he left on his own or forced out by the negative viewers reviews we'll never know.
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Bit more than just a ratings problem,.....http://jalopnik.com/chris-evans-step...con-1783079430
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Clarkson, May and Hammond must be howling!! Maybe the BBC can hire Gian as he's just slightly less creepy than Evans!!
Old 07-04-2016 | 04:44 PM
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Originally Posted by fanny bay r1
Clarkson, May and Hammond must be howling!! Maybe the BBC can hire Gian as he's just slightly less creepy than Evans!!
Perfect..Gian Gosynchromeshi........
Old 07-04-2016 | 08:22 PM
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wow.

I have yet to watch an episode and now one of the cast quits...

BBC should scrap the brand altogether.
Old 07-06-2016 | 12:07 PM
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i think Mr. Bean would be awesome in that show ..


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