TESLA RELEASING A CHEAP CAR IN 2025? DOUG'S BEST BARGAINS IN ENTHUSIAST CARS! THISCARPOD! EP38

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This episode of 'This Car Pod' delves into several automotive topics, including the much-anticipated but perpetually delayed Aston Martin Valhalla and the Mercedes-AMG Pure Speed, a windshield-less barchetta. The hosts express skepticism about Aston Martin's ability to deliver the Valhalla, citing its long development cycle and the brand's history of hypercar announcements. They are equally unimpressed with the Pure Speed, questioning its market appeal and safety implications, drawing parallels to the unsuccessful Mercedes-Benz SLR Stirling Moss. The discussion then shifts to the new Toyota 4Runner's pricing, with the hosts acknowledging the increase but defending Toyota's strategy based on market demand and the vehicle's modernization. They also touch upon the novel concept of buying Hyundais on Amazon, noting it's more of an aggregator than a true direct-to-consumer model. The Mustang GTD's Nürburgring time is highlighted as a significant achievement for an American car, though overshadowed by the Aventador SVJ's performance. Finally, the hosts are highly dubious about Tesla's promise of a sub-$30,000 EV, citing past instances of delayed or canceled base models, and express similar fatigue with the prolonged wait for the Tesla Roadster.