EP. 32 | DM PODCAST

EV Channels Review

This episode of the Daily Motor Podcast covers a wide array of vehicles, with a particular focus on the BMW M Roadster. The reviewer highlights its status as potentially the cheapest clean-title M Roadster available, noting its mechanically sound but cosmetically tired condition. Key issues include interior materials that are 'crispy' and prone to sun damage, and a problematic manual conversion of the power top. Despite these drawbacks, the car is praised for its fun driving experience, boosted by a Dinan Stage 1 package, offering around 260 horsepower in a lightweight 2900-pound package. The reviewer estimates it could be worth $15-20k with some restoration. Other cars discussed include the BMW 330i (praised for refinement and its 4-cylinder turbo engine, achieving over 40 mpg), the Porsche Taycan (noted for retaining Porsche's driving feel despite being an EV), the Nissan Figaro (a charming, attention-grabbing JDM classic), the Land Rover Santana (a rugged, utilitarian Spanish-built Land Rover from the late 70s), and the Porsche Cayman GT4 (lauded as a sweet spot in Porsche's lineup). The Ford Maverick Tremor is also introduced as an off-road-focused variant of the popular compact truck.