The Cars We Own vs The Cars We Want 

The candles really make this throttle house a throttle home

45 minutes of James and Thomas just talking about their cars? Yes please 😁

I'm sure you guys have enough work as it is. That being said, you guys could make a killer podcast.

James, you already have your dream car. A 2016 Miata, the amount of time you bring it up shows how much you like/love it.

This was great! 44 minutes of 2 guys just talking about cars...no hype...no ranting...and one take. I'd like one of these per month, please.

“Pale blue Dot” brought a tear to my eye!

I love this. Two car guys just sitting and talking about their cars, dream cars, and actually (kind of almost) attainable dream cars. It’s the same conversation I’d have with my car enthusiast friends.

A video about car ownership?? Probably my favorite video you’ve ever made. This and the LFA video! Thank you!

I’ve grown very fond of the Lexus LC500 myself. That car looks super classy and sharp for a sub $100K GT car, and that 5L sounds incredible

I’m with James, going with the Blackwing, manual/ lots of power/if you have kids-family they can fit ! This was a great way to enjoy a Saturday afternoon 👍

The "some youtubers can afford a GT" reference was not lost

The great thing about Thomas and James is that they seem like regular guys. Its also amazing that I would actually watch a video of two guys sitting on a couch talking about cars, says a lot…..

I have a 2016 Audi S6, Stage 2. LOVE that car. Only thing I would replace it with (if I had infinite money) is an M5 CS.

As an owner of an ND2 MX-5 RF GT, I have to say James is right on for all points. The community is great. And your only real “upgrade path” is a Lotus. Been eyeing the upcoming Emira myself… My winter/daily is a 4Runner though.

I have a 2013 Hyundai Sonata……I want basically any other car 😂 But if I’m being more specific I want a Honda Accord Sport 2.0T, BMW M2, and M340I. (Update) I now drive a 2017 330i and I love it! I’m glad to finally be part of the bimmer community!

Ohhhhhhhhh. The pale blue dot reference knocked it out of the park.

Thoroughly enjoyed this. I wish I could sit down with you guys and just blabber and debate about cars all day long. James, please don't ever get rid of the Miata. I did, and I regret it...

35:51 - 35:58 i love that moment Show of real friendship and really knowing one another So funny and cool to see, it put a big smile on my face

Can we get an extended cut of this? I could listen to you guys talk cars for hours. Maybe a podcast???

Loved this content. It was PEAK car guy. Had me pausing and searching and guessing your picks before you said them. Excellent choices, gents. Well done!

My first car was an 86 944, I wish I still had it. It was so fun, handled so fantastically!

James....sounds like you had your 4 year adventure with the Lotus in all of about 2 minutes and your back with your Miata...welcome back!

I mean this in all seriousness. you 2 need your own car show WITH your entire team. your reviews are always spot on and honest. The comedy you 2 bring is always well placed. The Edits give me nostalgia vibes from classic top gear. Its Cinematic, well put together, with just enough messing around. I got through this entire video thinking is was like 15 minutes. It went by so fast!

Carmudgeon-grade chemistry and brilliance. Cammisa and "The Hyphen" Tam-Scott would be proud. I love this so much. Thank you and please do more.

I have an m235i in a similar blue with red interior. Got it lightly used in place of a model 3 performance and man, despite the model 3 technically being faster, I do not regret that decision. Such an amazingly fun car to drive.

The shortest 44 minutes on RU-vid. James, what happened to the “I tried to make it last longer” (or something similar to that)? We-Want-More! Silly comment aside, greetings from Greece! You make exceptional videos - be that “extra” or not - which are definitely a Must-Watch. Wish lists are a beloved game, dating back to childhood. Since men remain children, wish lists go on forever! Now, I am more of a rider than a driver (I love cars but only had one, so far), but there are no less than a dozen of cars I would love to have. Down-to-earth personal Top3 would be: i20N, Type-R and Giulia Veloce. If I had to…survive my wife’s nagging, the Top3 would probably be: Jazz, 308 and XC40. Until then, long live my 2004…Panda!

Kudos to you guys for hiring a team and spreading the wealth. Rather have 10 friends in a $50,000 whips then my one half mill car for my self.

I have a 2jz swapped 190e and Thomas is right its surprisingly well balanced and really easy to swing the tail out and control it .

Ive been wanting a vid like this forever. Could listen to u two talking cars for an hour

Had a 1983 190e 2.6 with a Cosworth body kit. Loved that car.

Well I have a Volvo 850 Wagon and the only car I want more than mine is the 850 R Wagon :D And the 850 was the reason why I found your main RU-vid Channel. Back then Thomas made a review of the 850 as a winter beater. Love you guys keep it up

I'm glad you guys are self-aware of the loss of that "sense of wonder" that normal enthusiasts have around cars. No one gets to drive all the best cars like you guys do, so there really is a mystique around a lot of fun cars, especially ones that aren't just seen driving around. I'm a college student who loves Audi, so I drive an A4. I am so attracted to things like the RS5 and R8 because I genuinely can't imagine the driving experience. I think that's something a lot of youtubers/journalists lose sight of. Seeing reviewers sit with a straight face and act bored in 300+ HP cars is so disheartening, because it shows how different their perspective really is from the average enthusiast.

Yeah yeah the cars are cool but the T-Rex skull and the golden record from the Voyager behind you are sick! I want those. Also, I see that vibrator charging in the background there :)

to be fair james the nd *is* a classic

I'm very fortunate to have found a terrific, affordable car in my Lexus GS430 3rd-gen. Comfy, crazy reliable, and enough driving dynamics to make my commute entertaining. That said, there is serious magic in dreaming of the 2022 BRZ/GR86, wondering what it's like to rip that little sucker to work.

Maybe the best Extra to date. Great combination of information and entertainment. Call it infotainment. Hey, I just made up a new word. Seriously, this is like a conversation some car guys might have over a couple of beers.

Hell ya. I just went with the E63s. Love it as a daily. Absolute blast even in Saskatchewan winters.

4:40 love this story mate 👍

As an ND owner, I very much struggle with an upgrade path as well. Which partly comes from not having enough funds to spend triple the price on something else. Loved this discussion!

5:01 thank you for sharing this story and great piece of poetry james. i hadn’t heard of the pale blue dot until this

I’m totally with James. Even though I haven’t actually driven all of the cars you guys have, no new car really draws any awe from me. Maybe a 911 Turbo 4s for a daily? A Singer for some classic enjoyment? Currently own my childhood dream car (a mint 2 door manual Jeep Wrangler) that I’ll have until the day I die, but I truly want a sports car. I have the jeep for nice weather, a work truck for work, my wife has an suv for road trips.. I need something completely impractical. And a bigger garage.

I feel a spiritual connection to James. Fun car is a modded Fiesta ST. Daily is an Audi Q3.

I could definitely go for more of these videos every so often. I have a long commute, it's nice to be able to listen to this like a podcast. Plus, it's nice to hear you guys get to talk in a less structured forum

One of the many things I really love about Thomas and James is that they are real, normal, down-to-earth, gearheads. Thomas races in Lucky Dog, for example, which is one of the best, affordable, grass roots amateur series (which I participate in). There is no exotic hypercar crap in their garages nor in their dreams, unlike many RU-vidrs. They drive and dream about mostly attainable stuff that most of us would be considering. Very relatable. Great series, guys and most excellent video.

A Lotus can be a nice replacement for the Miata. They are very fun cars and I think they cost less than a 718 spider.

This should be a podcast. The long form discussions are way better in that format.

this channel is drifting closer and closer to podcast territory and I love it

Sitting here waiting for them to talk about the B8.5 RS5. Rewatched the video yesterday. Just skipped to all the parts about the old RS5.

Thomas, you own exactly the cars I would own, if I could afford them. From my perspective, great taste in cars, kudos sir! I have been watching since the E46 DIY stuff and it's unbelievable the progress made since those days! Congrats and looking forward to future content!

I love how Thomas brought up the 2.3-16 because it deserves more recognition, but also wish he didn’t because i wanna snag one before prices go up.

Love the Carl Sagan reference! This earth needs more people like him.

You two are the best dorkiest, nerdy, broloves, surrounded by candles I could watch all day.

Big fan of your channel guys,from Botswana. Keep up the good work👍

Ya bro - I flew through this with 2 glasses of scotch and it was one of the best things I've listened to in months. You're car content is unmatched on youtube - but I'd listen to you guys talking about cars for hours. Congrats on all you've EARNED, and keep up the awesome content.

In late 2021 I finally attained my dream car- an F80 M3. Sure there are other nicer cars that I would love to have, but I think it’s very similar to what James said about diminishing returns, and working yourself to death to get the “next/newer/nicer” car. The F80 is already a very expensive car to me (especially in this current climate where everything has went up in price). I think I’m at the top of what I think is reasonable for myself- especially considering I’m not a good enough driver to even take full advantage of what the M3 can do. If anything, I need to spend money on some track lessons before considering a “faster” car. P.S. - you guys need to do a video on the F80. You’ve done every other M3. Compare the new G80 to the F80 like you did with the cheapest E9x vs G80 video. Would love to see that. Keep up the great work!

3:20 i would love to see an extra throttle house road trip debrief on this channel! talk is through the process of keeping a $50,000 CAD AE86 and full restoring the beams engine. tell us what’s next for the volkswagon rabbit gti, maybe a supercharger is in order to keep parity with the 86? Thomas did mention in episode 1 of the road trip that his rabbit didn’t really have *that* special of an engine (unlike his current Alfa Romeos featured here). 3:20 man his spaghetti’s itb’s sound amazing!

I kept my '92 NA Miata and added a Boxster Spyder. I love them both but I cant say the Spyder is multiple X's better than the Miata. Faster, yes, corners better, sounds better, but overall I still will never give up the Miata. Do not get rid of your Miata

Thomas your other license plate needs to be MEATBALL!!!! You all need to do an updated video of this annually please!!!!

The Sagan love just makes me like you guys even more!

Omg...the brown leather glove driving the old Alfa. Thomas is so cheeky.

What a great conversation - cars mixed with real life. Thanks guys!

Awww Jame's puppy is so old. Enjoy him/ her while they are around bro. ❤

I wish you guys the best!! And i hope you guys wishes come true!! Follow your dreams!!! Best car review channel!!

Love the attitude of these guys.... not trying to be funny, they just are.... and it feels like having a chat with your next door neighbour over a beer. Bravo. Keep going

Just want to say thanks for the content guys. This year I got a failed spinal fusion and cancer from all the x rays n scans and then my car blew up and had to get rid of it. And hard to find a dec sports car on disability. Your content keeps my spirits up and hope to see you dudes around the streets of the GTA to get some merch autographed and a pic. Oh maybe a test between Genesis G70 v Infiniti Q60s 🤙👍🤙👍🤙

For me my dream car is the car in my garage... My Rapid/lucid Red 2020 Ecoboost Mustang Premuim pony package with all the thing but the B&O system, Memory seats and a digital dispay so like a Dealer made heritege package... Oh and he was the last 2020 Mustang being built on 12/30... It's just so good as is it has an identy unique to it... I could mod it I could when I have money replace ity as my prefered car... But I like the 2020 S550 becuase of the plack and I love the look the only issue I have is the inteor is cheap and the panel don't match up... But overall I always wanted a mustang and now I have one... and coming from games and sims I knew how it would feel and It's great. Thank's for this video guys really made me reflect on what I have.

This was brilliant. You should do a podcast every now and again 👍

The dinosaur piece back there is badass and I want it

I'm with James on the restomod dream car, there's nothing like a well executed blend of classic, soulful style and modern engineering. My dream car is MZR Roadsports' Datsun 240Z and it's even got a dream car pricetag. There's nothing I want more, which is going to be tough news for my kid. Anyone know what a white baby goes for these days?

I really enjoyed the discussion and it’s obvious you two are not snobby or pretentious at all. I currently drive an M340i and my aspirational car is a Taycan.

Question for James, what about an S2000? High revving, roadster, relatively light and not stupidly expensive yet.

James' Miata is gorgeous and I love it. Also I'm pretty sure those rims are up there for the most beautiful factory rims of the past twenty years.

12:41 This really struck a chord. Even with just two "fun" cars, I feel terrible letting one sit, so I combined both into one single car. I might get a boring dedicated daily to go alongside it, but never >1 fun car again unless it's a dedicated track-only car.

I was thoroughly entertained listening to the discussion for 45 minutes, and it feels like you guys discuss your real enthusiast feelings in a very honest, transparent way that doesn't feel intimidating. Your environment feels very inviting and warm for enthusiasts to sit down and talk about cars and makes me want to have something like that in my life. Also, James put down a deposit on the Lotus Emira, or so he told us in a later video, so feels like he was already contemplating this choice for a while... Organic content. Love you guys (as automotive journalists and vloggers, obviously).

If you guys made a podcast it would be the only one I would proudly listen to! Awesome video as always!

I really liked this segment. It's interesting to see what guys who review/drive cars for a living have in their own garages. I also enjoy the vibe between the two of you that makes it real and engaging. Great work on this and on the main site. Thanks.

You guys need to check out a channel called Homebuilt by Jeff - he's building an Alfa 105 with a Ferrari 360 V8 - forget about the GTA-R. Another great episode fellas, can't think of two other guys i'd listen to for 44 mins without skipping! 👍👍👍

Excellent conversation! I’m currently in a 2020 WRX premium and heavily contemplating what my next jump up will be. M2 has been on the radar for a long time, but this new lotus makes me feel funny in the pants lol. Unfortunately driving them both and then deciding will likely not happen.

Best car channel, and my all time favorite. So fun but sophisticated and downright genuine. Thank you!

Love the format ! Please, in your busy schedule, do more of these too :D

Suggestion for next video, try to make a video about the best performance car to own for under CAD 22k, the best daily for under 22k, and then the best do-everything car for less than 22k. Because that`s really the budget of the average Canadian.

This is the reason youtube exists.

Love the fireside chat format fellas. My take, I love the C8 for the bandwidth it provides as a GT with a top off, comfortable ride and lots of space. But then it can also handle track days and is quite happy there (albeit with a couple upgrades if you decide to dive deeper). Its my pick in my two car strategy, the daily being a Cadillac ATS 6MT w/LSD, tuned the car is amazing and I love that Alpha chassis. Both cars I couldnt be happier with, great to hear your takes on it all. Keep er up!

Honestly can empathize with James, I've yet to find a dream car to aspire to. I have plenty of cars I'd like to own, but nothing that screams "Its my life goal to get this car"

😂 “i really want that” “the steering lacks…” “doesn’t matter, i really want that.” This was me finding my now owned 2023 BMW M240 RWD. I’m love her and it was all so unexpected. I still have my 2006 Evo IX that is my baby, but I needed something I could share with the wife that was still a beast. Thank you for this content. I enjoy watching genuine dialog between people with experience. The practicality of your choices is both refreshing and reassuring that true car enthusiasts search for something beyond just the body and specs.

Audi R8 convertible manual, under 100 Grand used. You can get a 981 boxster GTS manual for $60k

What a collection!!

I've loved you guys for a couple of years now. Hilarious...down to earth...intelligent...spot on with your reviews and assessments and balance. But James naming his MX-5 in honor of Carl Sagan...your stock just jumped to the top of the car journalist heap. It almost...almost makes me want to trade in my BRZ for the MX-5. If I only liked...at all...convertibles.

James and Thomas are some of the very few people who can talk about cars for 44 minutes and still leave me wanting more

08 Bullitt Mustang and 18 F150 here. Dream car would be a GT350 but I’m quickly getting on the EV train so that may change. But…the sound of that GT350 is intoxicating 😂

Can’t believe I just watched this.. and enjoyed it. Facial expressions are so entertaining lol

I never thought I'd enjoy watching 2 dudes just talking about their cars and their dream cars...

Love this format, basically a podcast (y’all should do one). Could we get a video on your origins and how Throttle House came to be?

Thanks for another great video!

My dream car, at least for looks, is the De Tomaso p72. When that car was unveiled at Goodwood, I was stunned. I didn't think modern car makers could make something that was genuinely beautiful anymore! They're only making 72 of them, but it's so so so pretty!

Owned an ND1 MX5 for 4 years then changed to a 2018 Elise. Absolutely loved the MX5 but the Elise really turns it up several notches. Now own a 250 cup, if it’s a second or third car an Elise is a definite joy and upgrade. I have the fortune of using it as a daily driver and it’s definitely made me question my sanity more than a couple of times. Once the weather clears up, and I’m driving on one of the two roads without potholes everything makes sense again

i feel the same way with my nd miata. i want to get something but i have no idea what to get bc the miata does everything i want it to, plus i have it supercharged so its fast enough for me. id wait for a lotus emira

Loved the video Especially because you mentioned cars that I had the chance to interact with either as a beautiful childhood memory (Mercedes-Benz 190 2.3 16) or on my top 10 of "I want it!" (E63S and Cayman)

Here's me over here with an 06 altima v6, simply dreaming of a new gr86 lol. Too many cars to want to own/drive, too few that'll actually happen

As someone who had a 2018 S4, I would totally agree that the seats in that car are amazing. I would also hard sell the electronic dampers, they are amazing. Love that you can change the character of the car with a couple button presses.