Top Gear — Series 5
The fifth series of Top Gear began in the United Kingdom on 24 October 2004 and concluded on 26 December 2004. The series contained 9 episodes. The series was subsequently followed by one "Best Of Top Gear" special, which aired 2 January 2005, charting the best moments from Series 4 and 5.
On the sands of Pendine Sands in south Wales, Australian Vauxhall Monaro VXR and American Chrysler 300C models challenge the Jaguar S Type R. Meanwhile, back at the Top Gear track, Jeremy struggles to distinguish between the classic Porsche…
Richard tests the latest Ford Focus, placing it head-to-head with its competitors. Nick Mason of Pink Floyd lends Jeremy his new Ferrari F60 Enzo, in exchange for a brief mention of his latest book. A contest ensues between a disgruntled te…
Jeremy navigates the new Land Rover Discovery to the summit of Ben Tongue, a Scottish peak that rises 1,700 feet above sea level, offering some practical advice for survival: a can of soup and a can of lemonade are essential provisions. Mea…
In Switzerland, Richard took the wheel of a new Pagani Zonda Roadster, a model limited to just forty examples worldwide and capable of speeds exceeding 218 miles per hour, its price tag a cool £400,000. He mused on its comparison to the Wal…
Richard pilots the Morgan Aero 8GTN, while James and Jeremy offer contrasting opinions. Richard and James alike express admiration for the iconic London Routemaster bus. Richard also ventures into Historic People Carrier Racing, and Jeremy …
Richard, James, and Jeremy faced a challenge: acquire a functional Porsche for no more than £1,500. Richard secured a 924 – the model equipped with a van engine – for £750, while James purchased a 944 for £900. Predictably, Jeremy opted for…
Richard embarks on a road trip in the new Mustang, heading for Lincoln via Britain’s most level stretch of road. Meanwhile, the Prius, touted as an environmentally sound choice, draws the disdain of Jeremy, who argues that a diesel Lupo wou…
A new, grand contest unfolds: a car versus public transport. Richard and James embark on a journey by air and rail, striving to outpace Jeremy, who is piloting a Ferrari 612 Scaglietti to Verbier in Switzerland. In Lillehammer, another chal…
BMW’s foray into the compact hatchback segment arrives with the introduction of the 1 Series, which James drives, expressing a distinct lack of enthusiasm for the endeavor. Meanwhile, James and Jeremy subject a series of cars from Asia to r…
