Smith and Sniff
TV presenter Jonny Smith and Sniff Petrol creator Richard Porter are two friends who talk about cars, and many other things.
Episodes
The best car I've driven this year
Richard has a bold claim about a new car. Also in this episode, the weird world of ice cream vans, flying ants, First World War biplanes, getting hair in the car, a reminder about the upcoming Festival of the Unexceptional, a review of the new Renault Twingo, the fifth anniversary of the legendary clown in a Rascal letter, how Jonny bought a strimmer engine on a plinth while on stage at a live sho
Q&A 110 - Porsche Acronym Syndrome
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard discuss Porsche acronym culture, referring to a normal room as a dojo, best car for the Wild Atlantic Way, the yellow car game, and good looking engines. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hos
A drop in the Fisker Ocean
Jonny and Richard have a plan for an upcoming trip to the US. Also in this episode, a lost family heirloom, the unmourned death of the diesel, a small review of the BMW iX3, the price of M3 CSLs, the wisdom of buying a Fisker Ocean, minicab company names, a miserable trip to Warwick services, one of the worst jobs in the world, and another top pick from the wonderful world of Car & Classic.For
Q&A 109 - Cupboard car
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard address stupid things bought from eBay, van or estate, and automotive slovenliness. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Ronnie Pickering's Picasso
Jonny and Richard fear for the survival of a car icon. Also in this episode, the origin of the name Urus, strange trousers at a music festival, car problems in hot weather, Fast & Furious at 25, memories of Millbrook proving ground, choosing where to live based on wind, car colour and insurance costs, and another cracking car plucked from Car & Classic. For early, ad-free episodes and
Q&A - Classics for the taller man
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard tackle message signs on motorways, things you might commission Gerry McGovern to design, car-related versions of ‘psychological rain’, a fun car for a lofty listener, and are private plates for morons? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets
Aura loss in a Japanese taxi
Jonny suffers an embarrassing moment with one of his cars. Also in this episode, party planning with Lionel Richie, northern words, a first car for Jonny’s daughter and a bicycle for Richard, Avenger at Goodwood, the legend of the TVR Speed 12, parental substitutes for swear words and what this means for popular songs, hanging out with Carl Cox, and another fine car from the Car & Classic clas
Q&A 107 - Palmer palming in the Bahamas
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard discuss ‘4D’ plates, Grace Jones and the Citroen CX, fuel station etiquette, a very podcast coded car, and random challenges from strangers. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast.
Windhound and the mummified fox
Jonny and Richard discover an amazing car from Switzerland and a local landmark under a bridge. Also in this episode, Opel Rekord headlamp theft, karma for a grumpy minicab driver, irritating over-familiarity with F1 drivers, motorsport jackets, an ingenious way to pass time at EV chargers, stickers for people who hate driving, and another excellent car from Car & Classic. For early, ad-f
Q&A 106 - V12 engine swap
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard discuss alerting other drivers to problems with their cars, period correct engine swaps, home conversions, giving cars celebrity names, and an EV replacement for a Fiesta ST. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smitha
The Range Rover story
Richard finally explains why selling his old car was quite a protracted process. Also in this episode, an amazing fact about Niki Lauda, an unfortunate name for a gardening business, a ghost on a doorbell camera, and another excellent car from Car & Classic. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniffTo buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsn
Q&A 105 - Plato banger racing
In this week’s On The Other Side Of Things question answering show, Jonny and Richard tackle cars for going banger racing with Jason Plato in 2029, car name mispronunciations, a dilemma with a Freelander 1, and Britain’s best service station. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com
OMG AMG
Jonny and Richard have some thoughts about the new Ferrari Luce and the AMG GT 4-door. Also in this episode, the nostalgia of made in West Germany stickers, what’s wrong with the latest VW Transporter, a Vauxhall Chevette correction, spotting the water version of No Name Full Suspension Mountain Bike Guy, being left handed and another cracking pick from Car & Classic.For early, ad-free episode
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In this episode of the Smith and Sniff second show, Jonny and Richard answer audience questions about mangled car names, Smart ForTwo v Toyota iQ v something else, prom cars, quick fixes that didn’t quite work, and a listener wonders why his MX-5 gets so much abuse. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to
Swanathan
A listener has written in about a swan. Also in this episode, why Slash is the hidden headlights car of music, why even naturalists don’t like wasps, a listener needing some back-up on a new car purchase, some strange car-specific graffiti in Birmingham, a story about the Suzuki X90, a mystery prototype in Bicester, getting stopped by airport security because of an Enya calendar, and another quali
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In this episode of the Smith and Sniff second show, Jonny and Richard answer audience questions about a car confusion in Paula Cole’s biggest hit, your old cars spotted in strange places, LHD cars you wish were made in RHD, and is driving at a funny angle into a steep driveway bad for your car? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and
Not Dave Attenborough
Jonny and Richard pay a belated 100th birthday tribute with a surprising fact about Sir David Attenborough. Also in this episode, a lizard for a car alarm, a strimmer mishap, the Peugeot 1007 and James Bond, the PR power of swans, a haughty lady and a pastry, two delightful roofless cars from Car & Classic, the Morgan Supersport, Jello Biafra’s Celica, Tiffany in Staffordshire, and midnight va
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In this week’s second show, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about car-related drinking games, the state of their current cars, and models that were everywhere and then disappeared, For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more
Brown March
Jonny and Richard have some concerns about a popular singer. Also in this episode, accidentally starting a strimmer, sensational new information about Jason Plato’s purple leather jacket, some troublingly powerful trousers, becoming a stuntman for gangly men, a listener’s album cover mystery solved, getting Yacht Rock wrong, sad bangers (songs, not cars), a Golf filler flap problem, and another fi
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This week Jonny and Richard answer questions about bag of cans, importing a Euro hatch to Canada, the Century SUV, a classic Rover 800 advert, and a British car company supergroup. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Leatherman
Jonny and Richard invent a new crime-fighting show for two former colleagues. Also in this episode, modified Ford Rangers and the Mercedes X-Class, the incredible camo of the Ferrari Luce, a fabulous old Jag from Car & Classic, the fall of the Mercedes SL, fun times at the recent Bicester Scramble, and teenage blender abuse. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about cars you wouldn’t want even if they were the last one left, what’s gone wrong with German car makers, a mystery album cover with a car on it, and favourite sleeves featuring cars. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on A
Cuban heel and toe trophy
Jonny has an idea for a new race series. Also in this episode, news of London live shows, outdoor slippers, wet idiots in hotels, heel and toeing, the Goodwood Members’ Meeting, pro rodeo sponsors, Skol Bandits, a boozy Biggles, big lines of E-Types, South African spinning, and a summer fun car from Car & Classic. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsni
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about Knight Rider watch faces, the difference between Land Rover and Range Rover, quirky replacements for a Golf, model specific plates on the wrong car, and legendary garage find rumours. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted
Comes with a handgun
Jonny and Richard notice an unusual bonus item included with a car for sale. Also in this episode, mad barbers, overdue news from the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame, various kinds of Artemis, smuggling with a microlight, a business suggestion for Gordon Murray, Broken Wings, Ronnie Pickering, another pick from Car & Classic, a time travelling Belmont businessman, and this podcast is now also on
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about accidentally folding a head gasket, cars you dislike for irrational reasons, buying an American classic, and who got to wear the white lab coat on Top Gear. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/pri
Unstoppable drum machine
Jonny and Richard identify a problem during a Bonnie Tyler recording session. Also in this episode, confusion over the song Send Me An Angel, a strange beard in a rare Astra, getting tempted by an impractical jet boat, a sad-faced lorry, using Mekon and Tefal as insults, Miles Davis as Prelude man, Elaine Paige as Celica lady, a confusing Enya calendar, the wings of the KGM Rexton, cats at car sho
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about starting your own 90s BTCC team, cars being used for an out-of-character purpose, and road trip essentials. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Bring back bodyroll
After driving the new Jag, Richard has an idea for a campaign. Also in this episode, scorpions and The Scorpions, the new Renault Twingo, a lost dressing gown, using a hearse as an advert, this podcast taking over Wilcox and Eagle, the FBS Census, whether or not you’d own a Cadillac, and major new info about caravanners and the A1. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.c
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about what you’d do on You Bet! to show off car skills, the worst thing seen at a car wash, the best door handles, and are there any memorable car ads any more? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/priva
Wastress
Jonny’s brother has invented a new word. Also in this episode, LeBaron James, American words that sound French, a new game involving Car & Classic, brine tycoons, driving some old Jags and the new one, Suzi Quatro’s driving test, ODB and ODB, and the scariness mismatch between mods and rockers. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniffTo buy merch and t
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about being cruel to cars out of spite, strange gauges and the worst special edition options, plus a Belgian listener explains what the name of this spin-off sounds like in Flemish. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com To get 10 percen
Herr Fünf
Jonny and Richard discuss a needlessly specific BMW specialist. Also in this, the 400th episode of Smith and Sniff (but also, not), who’s got the Lotus Evora, simple cars, follow-up on a listener’s crash story, bad news about Eagle, cars v planes, an encounter in Five Guys, the new BMW i3 and various Ken Lees. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniffTo buy
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In a Top Gear special, Richard answers listener’s questions about the red cars in the TG titles, yellow snow, the Aston V12 Vantage film, door opening rude words gags, forfeit cars and the old Top Gear annuals. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p
Cars and coughing
Jonny and Richard have some new car event ideas. Also in this episode, the strange experience of being a foot passenger on a car ferry, car bras, MOT time for Richard’s Honda Beat, the answer to the current pothole problem, Defender issues, getting sponsored by HIAB, achieving a state of zen-like calm in a B&Q, DIY competence, and the Dacia Striker. For early, ad-free episodes and extra c
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about the next content car for YouTubers, swapping a hot hatch for a fast saloon, special cars in boring specs, the future of fast estates, and celebrities you wouldn’t buy a car from. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Ac
Bikers and goths
Jonny and Richard are in Matlock Bath in Derbyshire enjoying its two most abundant things. Also in this episode, monkey puzzle trees, pangolin dust, Great British Car Journey, letting a falcon out for a plop, various Zoes, Burton Coggles and Walton Goggins, pre-war jaw, a Star Wars Celica, dry slaps and wet storage, sitting on a Gold Wing, and coupe wars in Small Prophets. For early, ad-free
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about the most embarrassing thing you’ve accidentally done to someone else’s car, another Miami Vice car conundrum, the police car you’d most like to be arrested in, and cars for heavy snow. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted
Fire horse
Jonny is excited by the Chinese new year. Also in this episode, an appeal for an Audi quattro, Jarvis Cocker’s American car, having a V8 at 19, the return of Vanwall, buying Austin Rover, sponsoring a roundabout, tortoise news, Hairy’s Garage, how Smith and Sniff almost killed a listener, hatred of limited run Black Editions, the cheapest of brown cars, Tamiya brings back some classics, and whatev
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about Wu-Tang Clan people carriers, a need to be the only one in the car park, weak excuses for selling or swapping cars, and what would have happened if BMW hadn’t bailed on Rover? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast
Pin drop car rescue
Jonny and Richard have a new idea for a TV show. Also in this episode, large car parts in the undergrowth, 4th July car throwing, staring out of train windows, Jonny’s stranded Insight, car-to-car comms in the 80s, watching the last Defender come off the line, smoking Michael McDonald, Jag XJs in staring roles, and giveaway exhausts in films and TV shows. For early, ad-free episodes and extra
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about whether old cars make you more attractive, a new car for ageing parents, cars with known faults and how long you tolerate them, and car movie scenes you’d like to recreate. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live shows go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. S
Charity shop trousers
Jonny and Richard recount their Glasgow live show since they accidentally forgot to record it. Also in this episode, getting a lift home from a former police officer in a Berlingo, A110s under 30 grand, Herb Alpert’s Alpen Alpine, a new rival for Celica lady, teachers in very thick perfume, a conspiracy theory cab driver, the interior of the new Ferrari Luce, a strange news story about a port drin
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about swapping an Up for a Leaf, unglamorous cars in songs, covering up painful car expenses, Microsoft OTSOT, a VX220 dilemma, and private plates that anger you. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See
How the new Grand Tour presenters were chosen
Richard reveals his involvement in finding new hosts for The Grand Tour. Also in this episode, a real Magic Tree, getting trapped on the Isle of Man, mouse Uber, Merlin Purple and John the Dog, a strange bathroom sign, the end of the Lexus LC, a listener’s Nissan Leaf burnout, and how to behave like an absolute sleeve in a petrol station. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to pa
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In this episode of On The Other Side Of Things, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about car brands in songs, essential mods for older cars, a fun car for two 21 year olds, and a two car garage for a Bangle fan. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted
But it's never bothered me
Jonny and Richard discuss a used car ad trope. Also in this episode, Magic Trees and adult dancers, an unusual necklace, Bassie & Adriaan and their Prelude, a shout out for merch designers, an AI-altered car advert, the podcast Saab going for an MOT, rumours that Jaguar Land Rover is to assembly cars for a Chinese company, and the imminent death of the Tesla Model S. For early, ad-free ep
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In another instalment of their On The Other Side Of Things spin-off show, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about a nice-sounding car for an 18-year-old, sorting the wheels on an old Fiesta, rare but nobody cares car search spikes, and the royal family and Top Gear. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live
Beckham's Prelude
In this week’s episode of Britain’s most popular car podcast, the new Vauxhall Frontera, the madness of Nic Cage films, David Beckham’s interesting first car, a crazy new motorbike engine, Wet Leg’s ambitious road trip plans, an update on Richard’s MG Metro Turbo, and what does Lorde drive? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tic
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In their usual Friday spin-off show, Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about best aftermarket pipes sound, concept car tyres, track car project suggestions, good car details in films and TV shows, and the choady shifter champion. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsnif
Nico Rosberg's laundry bill
Jonny and Richard worry about an F1 champion’s fondness for light-coloured clothing. Also in this episode, a Gregorian bathroom, the Brussels motor show, the Fiat Tris, a surprising logo on Gru’s helmet, trouble with Prelude Guy, a warning to Alfa Giulia owners, an email from a kit car maker, and two more cars from the PistonHeads auctions. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about bringing back The Car’s The Star, things used to sweeten a car deal, and what are Feeder talking about in that song of theirs? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf
Marina door handle wardrobe
Jonny has an unusual home improvement idea. Also in this episode, DJ Khalid’s new car, the Bentley Flying Spur, when car badges meant something, Top Cat, a Max Power comeback, love for steel wheels, the Brussels Motor Show, a Honda Logo, the Kia EV2, the Citroen ELO, cars of Rome, a future Smart ForTwo, cars for a 17 year old and the new Toyota FJ Cruiser. For early, ad-free episodes and extr
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Jonny and Richard answer listener’s questions about what you’d drive in old age, songs that sound car-related, Crown Vic racing, and what 90s and 00s cars should Harry Metcalfe buy? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more
Don't throw your phone in the river
Jonny and Richard discuss things you definitely shouldn’t do. Also in this episode, a sad, abandoned Jazz, a listener’s tale of a strange Jag buyer, news from the world of No Name Full Suspension Mountain Bike Guy, the song writing skills of people who work on trains, a listener blames this podcast for a car swap, more CRAD stories, the worst selling cars of 2025, and is it wrong to want a Corvett
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From their recent live show in Bristol, Jonny and Richard answer audience questions about hire cars, push-me-pull-you limos, a new car for BRIXMIS, hotel stories, irritating car faults, things found in barn find cars, Beat songs and cars for a Miami Vice re-make. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordi
The unexpected skip
Jonny and Richard are on a merrineum walk to and from the pub discussing Snoop’s inability to buy tonic water, scuffed Jazzes, an update on Richard’s motorcycle nemesis, getting woken by a Carrera GT, a gouty Panda, long life advice from Jag-man Dick van Dyke, the colour and trim of owls, Pat Benatar’s classic Buick restoration nightmare, the DeLorean siren song, car new year resolutions, and does
Ahhhhh, the French Champagne
In front of an audience in Bristol, Jonny and Richard discuss dressing for the 90s, Britpop Demon Hunters, Orson Welles and his sozzled attempts to sell Champagne, a confusion about Last Christmas, windows down cold weather drivers, basically changing song lyrics, the problem with the BYD Dolphin Surf, the most stressful thing in modern driving, and a new game involving kit cars. For early, a
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Jonny and Richard answer listener questions about reading the manual, the Top Gear lady wrangler, van advice, and the coolest car for transporting a Christmas tree. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
A ride in a new Jaguar prototype
Richard received an unexpected invitation to do something very exciting. Also in this episode, an embarrassing mistake with placeholder text, forgetting that you owned a Citroen CX, the worst sound in motoring, and another chat about a pair of cars coming up in the PistonHeads auctions. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets
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Jonny and Richard answer questions about the Genesis GV60, favourite car-related toys from childhood, something comfortable and cheap to run, and taking cars back to where they’re from. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for m
Hair today, gone tomorrow
Jonny and Richard discuss Gerry McGovern’s sudden departure from Jaguar Land Rover. Also in this episode, trying to win over Juha Kankkunen, the cars of Stranger Things, what Peter Hook drives, aero Audi cravings, the surprising age of Humvees, and buying a VW from a car boot sale.For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live po
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about models you’d only buy brand new, which car to turn into a boat for an apocalyptic future, biggest car-related prank, and best car for smuggling people across Berlin during the Cold War. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.co
Fall Guy and Autuman
Jonny has become a superhero who loves this time of year. Also in this episode, AMC Eagles, Audi Allroads, spending time with some confusing Polestars, the gentle act of giving a car park ticket to a stranger, throwing a Honda step through over a tall fence, Andy Wilman’s book, a disagreement about why the Grand Tour killed off its star guests, and Tina Turner in a Lynx Eventer. For early, ad
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In front of an audience at Great Northern Classics in Derby, Jonny and Richard answer questions about stupid things you did in your first car, selling cars too cheaply, inappropriate track day cars, the fate of Prelude guy, strange minicabs, weirdest car to hoard and Jonny’s gig confession. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tic
Live in Derby
In front of a brilliant audience at Great Northern Classics in Derby, Jonny and Richard talk about Derby Bentleys, Edwina Currie, Rolls-Royce Eagle engines, civil war in the Dacia Spring community, Paul Weller’s hair, Jonny appearing on Maltese TV, Richard having a youthful carbonara incident, teenage house parties, the death of the Ford Focus, an abandoned lorry in a restaurant car park, the prob
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In this episode of the Smith and Sniff question-answering spin-off show, Jonny and Richard tackle cars that smell bad, getting into car writing for a living, favourite rakish hatchbacks, and casting another F1 movie.For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Buy Richard’s book h
Springtime
Richard has some car news. Also in this episode, rally light pods, a heavy breathing Range Rover, a cracking day out at the Classic Motor Show, the Changan Deepal S07, Brian storms, cars of Malta, a teenage attempt at car spying, catacombs, the AC 428, bringing Bond back, and listeners’ share their tales of unwanted car park encounters with a certain kind of hobbyist. For early, ad-free episo
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Jonny and Richard pay tribute to Quentin Willson before answering questions about saving a family heirloom, cars the don’t suit aftermarket wheels and the future for the Jaguar I-Pace.For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Buy Richard’s book https://amzn.eu/d/0NsaMfG H
Captain Jonny
Guess who’s bought a boat off eBay. Also in this episode, James May’s geographically illiterate tour, crashing your famous brother’s Ferrari, getting the Prelude wrong, a podcast title embarrassment, a suggestion for communicating with other motorists, unwelcome info about local hotspots, some thoughts on the popular game of padel, and another look at a couple of PistonHeads auction cars. For
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about the point of Vauxhall, things found in second hand cars, and what to do with a broken Honda S2000. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The Gaylord Gladiator
Jonny has been learning about an obscure American car. Also in this episode, the Flintstones theme, being haunted by a Renault Estafette, an abandoned Allegro Vanden Plas and fly tipped Volvo, getting ambushed by Morris dancers, two-speed gearboxes, The Jonny Smith Automobilia Collection, a car called the Playboy, the Crazy World of Arthur Brown, the great Northern tradition of going out with
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While Jonny is away, Richard hijacks the usual audience questions show to shamelessly plug his new book. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Buy Richard’s book https://amzn.eu/d/0NsaMfG Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Believe: Driving the new Honda Prelude
Jonny and Richard are in the South of France to drive Honda’s new coupe. As well as giving their verdict on the car, they talk about In The Night Garden, Stroker Ace and a hatred of pod coffee. But mainly about the Prelude. Believe, yeah? For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.c
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In this week’s listener questions show, Jonny and Richard give answers on interesting things bought from petrol stations, finding a car for someone’s friend, deciding if a listener is having a midlife car crisis, and strange things written on car badges.For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smith
A curse upon the DVLA
Jonny and Richard compare notes on recent and annoying dealings with the most famous office in Swansea. Also in this episode, treading terrible things into your car, Airbus barking explained, flying to New York on a very small airliner, Call of Dutton, the new Renault 4, a mysterious phone note, the Hyundai Concept Three, Mercedes design, why the new Jag needs an unusual bonnet, filming gigs, need
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This week Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about the international symbol for your tracking being out, modern cars you want to preserve, living with a Model Y, cars parts that remind you of other things, misleading engine noises, and how to insure a load of cars. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live po
Coming to you from 35,000 feet
In an unusual episode, Jonny and Richard are on an aeroplane heading to an unspecified location for reasons that will become clear in a future show. Topics discussed include the Airbus Sport Quattro, pilot speak, sawing someone in half, taking doves into shops, the ride quality of planes, flying without any training if you had to, a banana-shaped Jaguar, pointless Euro business class, and living n
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Jonny and Richard answer listeners’ questions about covering cars, a fun car for a driving instructor, best auction buys, and what to buy if you want a Ford future classic. Plus, a listener tries to give away his Jag X-Type. For early, ad-free episodes and extra content go to patreon.com/smithandsniff To buy merch and tickets to live podcast recordings go to smithandsniff.com Hoste
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Jonny has the wrong of the stick about a recent movie sensation. Also in this episode, Sabrina Carpenter’s single entendres, scratching the Sound of Music soundtrack, two more treats from the PistonHeads auctions, the MAN badge and other car company lions, three interesting books for car people, and an update on the progress of Richard’s MG Metro Turbo. For early, ad-free episodes and extra c
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