Top Gear — Series 1
The revamped era of *Top Gear* roared onto BBC Two in the UK starting October 20th, 2002, delivering ten episodes packed with automotive adventure before wrapping up December 29th. At the helm were the familiar faces of Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond, joined by Jason Dawe for what would be his sole season as a presenter – marking a unique chapter in *Top Gear* history.
Jeremy Clarkson uncovers the automotive bargain of the year, followed by a comparative test of two extraordinary supercars: the Lamborghini Murcielago and the Pagani Zonda. Meanwhile, Richard attempts to evade a speed camera, Jason exposes …
Jeremy drove the Focus RS for a test run, while Jason highlighted some excellent offers on the Citroen C5 and Rover 75. Richard experienced a long-held ambition, taking the wheel of an Escort RS 1800. Later, the all-new Noble M12 underwent …
Jeremy Clarkson assesses the latest Mini Cooper and Toyota Yaris Verso, while Ross Kemp tests his mettle on the racetrack. A spirited competition unfolds as the Westfield XTR2 challenges the Pagani Zonda, and a group of energetic older wome…
Jeremy navigates the roads in two high-performance vehicles: a Ferrari 575 M and an Aston Martin Vanquish, both equipped with paddle-shift gearboxes reminiscent of Formula One cars, alongside Formula One driver Damon Hill. Meanwhile, Richar…
A glimpse of opulence awaits as Jeremy guides us through the newest Mercedes S-Class and Audi A8. Meanwhile, Jason recounts his experience acquiring a used Peugeot 206, while Richard details a Mercedes that surpasses even the S-Class in lux…
## Reviews: Renault Vel Satis • BMW Z4 • Mercedes-Benz SL55 AMG • Honda NSX Type R ## Challenge: Grandmothers at the Handbrake Jason Dawe examines a pre-owned Golf, while Jeremy tests his own vehicle and Richard takes the wheel of the…
## Reviews: Saab 9-3 • Lotus Elise 111S **Challenge: Fastest Faith** This episode explores themes of environmentalism, with Richard attempting a more eco-conscious commute. Meanwhile, Jeremy tackles a diesel supercar and embarks on a …
**REVIEWS:** Audi RS6 • Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG • Maserati Coupé • Ford Fiesta • Citroën C3 • Honda Jazz • Nissan Micra • MG ZR **CHALLENGE:** A Lotus-modified Lada Riva and Britain's quickest van driver. This week's feature explores 'd…
## Reviews: Volvo XC90 • Subaru Forester • VW Golf R32 ## Challenge: Stripped-Down Jaguar XJS The Radical shared the track with the Renault Espace, and the updated Subaru Forrester 2.0 XT. A host of hot hatchbacks – the Volkswagen …
**REVIEWS:** Range Rover • Lotus Esprit • Nissan Primera • TVR T350C **CHALLENGE:** Fastest Faith – Part 2 This week features a review of 2002 and off-road performance. The MTM Bimoto (derived from an Audi TT) and the AS One, two Germ…
