What happened to the Top Gear Botswana special cars?
The Beetle was donated to one of the bush mechanics in the support team, and the Mercedes to an adviser who had helped during filming. The Lancia, believed to have been scrapped following filming, was discovered to still be in Maun, as of 2020, partially reassembled though missing its wheels and headlights.
Who was the Stig in Botswana?
In series 13 episode 1, the show jokingly unmasked the Stig as seven-time world champion F1 driver Michael Schumacher.
What episode does Top Gear go to Africa special?
Africa special part 1/5 (Series 19, episode 6)
When was the Top Gear Botswana special filmed?
The fourth episode of the tenth series of Top Gear aired on the 4th of November, 2007. It was presented by Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond, James May and The Stig’s African Cousin.
What was Jeremy Clarkson’s Favourite Top Gear special?
A fan asked Jeremy what his favourite special episode was: ” What was Your favourite special to Do from Both BBC and Amazon?” they asked. Jeremy replied quickly: “Botswana. By a mile.” The Top Gear Botswana Special was a fan-favourite as Jeremy, Richard, and James travelled across Africa in three old, classic cars.
What kind of car is Richard Hammond’s Oliver?
1963 Opel Kadett
The 1963 Opel Kadett was the car that Richard Hammond drove in the Botswana Special. Hammond began to feel attached to the little car, naming it Oliver.
Did Richard Hammond keep Oliver the car?
The episode was released many moons ago in 2007, but Hammond has recently been reunited with Oliver. The car does need minor restoration, which has left the TV presenter scratching his head….Still a better love story than Twilight.
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What is Richard Hammond’s favorite car?
Named “Oliver,” the Opel was the only car to return to the UK after production for the special wrapped and has since become a fan favorite. Three of the cars Hammond named off were Lamborghinis, so the man has a strong preference for the Italian brand.