Cars & Culture Podcast with Zayd & Grispin - January 2023 Episode

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Zaid reveals why the new Mini Cooper, built in his hometown Oxford, is the car he's most excited for in 2023.

Zaid Nawaz and Crispin Wauknecht host this episode, focusing on the new car models they anticipate in 2023 and the near future. They structure the conversation around their personal wish lists, with Zaid leaning toward more accessible models and Crispin often discussing high-end vehicles. Their dialogue covers a wide range of manufacturers, from Mini and Porsche to Ferrari and Rolls-Royce. Zaid expresses significant excitement for the new Mini Cooper, citing his ownership of a 2003 model and the car's local production in Oxford. Crispin is keenly interested in the upcoming electric Porsche Cayman and Boxster models, noting their potential for lightweight design and new styling. The hosts confirm the Aventador successor is due next year, speculating it will be a hybrid V12 inspired by the Lamborghini Sian. They briefly critique a recent Lamborghini biopic, finding its focus on Ferruccio Lamborghini's personal life disappointing for car enthusiasts. Porsche's 911 Dakar model garners praise for honoring the brand's off-road heritage, with Crispin detailing its unique three-year lease program to deter immediate resale. The conversation highlights the Porsche 911 Sally Special, a one-off car auctioned for over a million dollars that its owner reportedly drives regularly. They discuss the Rolls-Royce Spectre, acknowledging its likely shared underlying technology with BMW but emphasizing the distinct luxury experience it provides. A comparison arises between the Alfa Romeo 33 Stradale and the BMW 3.0 CSL, both limited-edition, coach-built models. Zaid favors the Alfa for its distinct design, while Crispin, a BMW fan, appreciates the CSL despite noting it weighs only one kilogram less than the standard M4 CSL. They touch on rumors of a future BMW M1 successor, debating whether it will be electric and limited in production. The hosts note efforts by BMW Group to reshape the reputation of Rolls-Royce to attract a broader clientele beyond its current "new money" image. They give their opinions on the BMW XM, with Crispin stating it's not for him despite its growing presence in the U.S. market. The Lotus Emira is mentioned as being based on an older platform but still considered a nice-looking car. Zaid recalls seeing the new BMW 7 Series and Range Rover at the Goodwood Revival, where he and his father drove a restored 1972 MG. The episode concludes with a mutual desire to attend future automotive events like the Goodwood Festival of Speed. The tone is informal and conversational, filled with personal anecdotes and opinions shared between two knowledgeable friends. The style is educational yet opinionated, as they dissect automotive news and speculate on future models based on industry trends and insider knowledge. This episode would appeal to car enthusiasts who enjoy casual, deep-dive discussions about upcoming sports and luxury vehicles, from mainstream to hypercar segments. Listeners seeking a highly structured, news-focused format or those uninterested in speculative conversations about future models might choose to skip it.

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Two enthusiasts turn a 2023 wishlist into a relaxed conversation about design, sound, and brand identity.

This episode follows the cars Zaid Nawaz and Crispin Wauknecht are most drawn to for 2023 and the years just ahead, with the main strength coming from their easy give-and-take.

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You want a casual, opinion-led look at the cars Zaid and Crispin are looking forward to in 2023 and the next couple of years.

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