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Halloween Special: Motoring horror stories

In this episode the guys are joined in studio by local Porsche hot-rodder, Matthew Barnes. In the spirit of Halloween they bear all and regale you with their darkest automotive horror stories. They also touch on some news and Thomas chats about innovative Jaguar Land Rover Experience Centre. ​

4 Nov 2019 54 min

Racing the Devil

In this episode the guys talk to Mike about an informal race he staged between his Lamborghini Diablo and a friend’s helicopter. They also have a lengthy news segment and chat about the upcoming Kyalami 9-Hour.

21 Oct 2019 43 min

The importance of proportion

In this episode the guys have a crack at tackling the importance of proportion in car design. They also touch on some interesting news topics – a record-setting hearse parade at Kyalami – and talk about owning cars they wish they hadn’t.​

14 Oct 2019 55 min

In search of cheap luxury

In this episode the guys are tasked with choosing their best second-hand luxury saloon car for under R500,000. They also have an extra long news segment to keep you all up to date with what’s been happening in the automotive world. ​

7 Oct 2019 42 min

TV on the radio

In this episode the guys are joined in studio by Ignition TV presenter Marius Roberts. They talk about his recent Lamborghini road trip through Italy and also offer some buying advice for a listener looking to upgrade from a faulty Audi A3 to a sport two-seater convertible. ​

30 Sep 2019 51 min

Car crazes that we just don't get

In this episode the guys chat about car crazes they don’t understand. Particularly ones that seem to make cars worse – like lowering them until they scrape over pretty much everything. They also chat about the 20-year anniversary of the venerable Porsche 911 GT3 and, of course, bicker about the…

23 Sep 2019 45 min

Cargumentative | The sweet sound of speed

In this episode the guys are tasked with choosing their best sounding racing car of all time. Yep, turn up the volume because this is going to be a good one. You also get to vote on our poll for the car that gets your ears the most excited. There’s…

16 Sep 2019 47 min

Cargumentative | How to restore a Dino

In this episode the guys talk to Concours SA winner, Vic Campher, about what went into restoring his beautiful 1971 Dino 246 GT. They also talk about what’s been happening in the car world and Nadav has a rant about poor dealer sales service. ​ Tune in for more:

9 Sep 2019 46 min

PODCAST SPECIAL | To the Concours of course

In this episode the guys don their chino slacks and panama hats to broadcast live from the annual Concours SA held at Steyn City. They take a closer look at some of the cars on show, chat to one of the judges and speak to an owner of a seriously…

2 Sep 2019 40 min

Cargumentative | The vehicle maintenance house-call concept

In this episode Mike get’s out of his comfort zone and into Thomas’s very comfy chair in the studio. In the age of Uber-Eats and apps for everything is there a possibility of an introduction of the house call for car maintenance? What is happening in the classic car market…

2 Sep 2019 45 min

Cargumentative | 2019 SA Festival of Motoring doesn't live up to the hype

In this episode, the team discusses the latest Festival of Motoring. Mark attended the event and reports back to the team, saying that he was less then impressed. Coupé? Spyder? Shooting brake? The guys also explain the various (and often confusing) body styles that define the automotive world. Finally, they…

26 Aug 2019 49 min

Cargumentative | One man's trash is another man's ideal restoration

After a somewhat lengthy production break the guys are back in the studio. In this episode they talk about the new Suzuki Swift Sport as well as the next-generation Porsche Cayman GT4. Mike has also procured a curious 959 bodykit that’s looking for a donor car.

12 Aug 2019 42 min

Cargumentative | Wheels Club Wonderland

In this episode the guys broadcast live from the ultra-exclusive Wheels Club – a one-stop shop for people looking to buy or care for their exotic or classic cars. They also speak to Brad Homan from Rocket Auto Care about the ins and outs of automotive detailing and choose their…

15 Jul 2019 44 min

Cargumentative | Swine or Pearl?

In this week’s episode the guys discuss Mike’s latest secondhand misadventure: an early Porsche 911 SC Targa fitted with an aftermarket turbocharger kit. With Nadav absent Mike also gets a chance to finally tell Thomas and Mike about his recent trip to the UK where he drove a bunch of…

8 Jul 2019 42 min

Cargumentative | Gymkhana life & best advice

In this episode the guys speak to South African Gymkhana Grid driving sensation, Carl van As, on his rise up the motorsport ladder. They also team up to offer some secondhand car buying advice for confused friend and Business Day Company’s editor, Nick Wilson. ​

1 Jul 2019 48 min

Cargumentative | It’s all Greek to us

In this episode the guys discuss Audi’s ridiculously complicated nomenclature system and why they’d be better off using QR codes in place of traditional badges. They also explain why the 24 Hours of Le Mans is so special and delve into Thomas’ secret life as a C-list TV celebrity. Oh…

14 Jun 2019 47 min

Cargumentative | Coulthard gives us wings

n this episode Thomas is away on a car launch leaving Nadav, Mike and Mark to man the fort. As such they nerd-out on unattainable supercars and play another of game of Hoon-Marry-Destroy. Special guest David Coulthard talks to them about Formula 1 and whether or not it has a…

10 Jun 2019 52 min

Cargumentative | How to build an Outlaw 911

With Nadav living his best life down at The Beach House, Thomas, Mike and Mark are joined by Matthew Barnes: a Porschephile who has spent the last six years building his very own Outlaw Porsche 911 – with his own hands in his own garage. The guys also discuss how…

27 May 2019 50 min

Cargumentative | Homologation Heaven

In this episode the guys talk about their favourite homologation specials. They also play a new game where they have choose a car that they’d marry, have a fling with or roll off a cliff. ​

20 May 2019 45 min

Cargumentative | A place for pretenders

In this episode the guys discuss the contentious subject of kit cars and replicas. Do they have a place in the automotive world or are they nothing but devious imposters? Thomas also rants about car clubs and why they should be avoided. ​ Take a listen:

13 May 2019 52 min