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    <title>Unnamed Automotive Podcast - Episodes Tagged with “Z”</title>
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    <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
    <description>Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry.
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    <itunes:subtitle>Cars, trucks, and a weird sense of humor.</itunes:subtitle>
    <itunes:author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:author>
    <itunes:summary>Every week automotive journalists Benjamin and Sami review cars and get weird, and funny, and honest, about the automotive industry.
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    <itunes:keywords>cars, trucks, automotive, comedy, driving, EV, car reviews, truck reviews, EV reviews, electric vehicles, automobiles, journalism</itunes:keywords>
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      <itunes:name>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</itunes:name>
      <itunes:email>benjamin@benjaminhunting.com</itunes:email>
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  <title>Episode 369: 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer Project Update, 1978 Datsun 280Z Track Car Update</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 07 Jul 2024 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week, we dive into Benjamin's garage as he discusses his recent problem solving processes on his Jeep Grand Wagoneer and Datsun Z track car. While owning an older car is a dream for many car enthusiasts, Benjamin is able to articulate the highs and lows such an ownership experience. </itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>35:00</itunes:duration>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Benjamin shares his recent repair and modification experiences with his 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, all while detailing what car construction was like for vehicles of that make and era. Who knew that windows could be such a problem with a difficult solution?&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then the conversation turns to Benjamin's track car, his Datsun Z, which has been turning laps for the last few years, though with some varying periods of downtime. He details its recent upgrades and how he'll return to the track in a few weeks with a new approach to apexes. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Jeep, Grand Wagoneer, Datsun, Z, 280Z, automobile, automotive, car, car podcast, car talk, cars, electric vehicle, electric vehicle podcast, electric vehicle talk, electric vehicles, ev, ev podcast, ev talk, minivan, minivan talk, minivans, phev,  suv, suv podcast, suv talk, suvs, truck, truck podcast, truck talk, trucks</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin shares his recent repair and modification experiences with his 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, all while detailing what car construction was like for vehicles of that make and era. Who knew that windows could be such a problem with a difficult solution?</p>

<p>Then the conversation turns to Benjamin&#39;s track car, his Datsun Z, which has been turning laps for the last few years, though with some varying periods of downtime. He details its recent upgrades and how he&#39;ll return to the track in a few weeks with a new approach to apexes. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Benjamin shares his recent repair and modification experiences with his 1987 Jeep Grand Wagoneer, all while detailing what car construction was like for vehicles of that make and era. Who knew that windows could be such a problem with a difficult solution?</p>

<p>Then the conversation turns to Benjamin&#39;s track car, his Datsun Z, which has been turning laps for the last few years, though with some varying periods of downtime. He details its recent upgrades and how he&#39;ll return to the track in a few weeks with a new approach to apexes. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 331: 2023 Nissan Z, 2023 Land Rover Range Rover Long-Wheelbase</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 03 Sep 2023 01:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Sami discusses his time with the 2023 Nissan Z, a sports car that's always tied with loaded discussions about legacy, other rivals and relevance. Then Benjamin dives into the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover, now with space for seven. Is this still among the top players in the luxury SUV space? We have the answer and more! Thanks for listening!</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>41:29</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The boys are back in podcast form to give you some hot takes like you've never heard! Following his stint in the 2023 Nissan Z Sami has a lot of feelings about the new Japanese sports car. While it lacks involvement from another automaker, Sami says the new Z packs a ton of power but has a few drawbacks that makes it struggle to stand out. The whole ordeal has the guys asking "what's going on over over at Nissan?"&lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Then Benjamin gets his kicks in the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover, which now arrives with a seven seater configuration. Benjamin gets a go in this exact configuration and has plenty of ideas about what a luxury SUV is capable of and what it's measuring up against. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Thanks for listening and don't forget to subscribe and reach the guys on social media to get a shout out or some fun discussion going! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Nissan, Z, Land Rover, Range Rover, car talk, car podcast, truck talk, truck podcast, SUV talk, SUV podcast, EV talk, EV podcast, automotive podcast, automotive talk</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The boys are back in podcast form to give you some hot takes like you&#39;ve never heard! Following his stint in the 2023 Nissan Z Sami has a lot of feelings about the new Japanese sports car. While it lacks involvement from another automaker, Sami says the new Z packs a ton of power but has a few drawbacks that makes it struggle to stand out. The whole ordeal has the guys asking &quot;what&#39;s going on over over at Nissan?&quot;</p>

<p>Then Benjamin gets his kicks in the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover, which now arrives with a seven seater configuration. Benjamin gets a go in this exact configuration and has plenty of ideas about what a luxury SUV is capable of and what it&#39;s measuring up against. </p>

<p>Thanks for listening and don&#39;t forget to subscribe and reach the guys on social media to get a shout out or some fun discussion going!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>The boys are back in podcast form to give you some hot takes like you&#39;ve never heard! Following his stint in the 2023 Nissan Z Sami has a lot of feelings about the new Japanese sports car. While it lacks involvement from another automaker, Sami says the new Z packs a ton of power but has a few drawbacks that makes it struggle to stand out. The whole ordeal has the guys asking &quot;what&#39;s going on over over at Nissan?&quot;</p>

<p>Then Benjamin gets his kicks in the 2023 Land Rover Range Rover, which now arrives with a seven seater configuration. Benjamin gets a go in this exact configuration and has plenty of ideas about what a luxury SUV is capable of and what it&#39;s measuring up against. </p>

<p>Thanks for listening and don&#39;t forget to subscribe and reach the guys on social media to get a shout out or some fun discussion going!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 294: 2023 Nissan Z, Benjamin Installs An EV Charger, Listener Questions</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/294</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 13 Nov 2022 08:00:00 -0500</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>This week the guys dive into the 2023 Nissan Z coupe that Benjamin recently tested. With 400 hp from a twin-turbo V6, and a six-speed manual, what could go wrong? Well the guys explain exactly that and where the Z stands in the fierce world of sporty coupes. Also, Benjamin gets an EV charger installed. Will hijinks ensue?

Thanks for listening, and be sure to drop a tip to the guys' Ko-Fi page.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>55:45</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;No sports cars were harmed in the making of this week's episode, as Benjamin and Sami talk about the brand new 2023 Nissan Z coupe, which features a unique blend of old and new. Benjamin managed to keep the Z for a whole week, and put it through its paces, testing out all aspects of the new coupe. With a twin-turbo V6 originally from Infiniti, a tweaked platform from the last gen 370Z, and exterior design cues borrowed from the Z's long history, there's plenty to talk about. Not to mention where the Z stands with its competitors, especially the new Toyota Supra. &lt;/p&gt;

&lt;p&gt;Benjamin then discusses the new electrified addition to his household, before answering a listener question. Don't hesitate to reach out and ask the guys any questions you may have, or send them a tip through Ko-Fi. Thanks for listening! &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Nissan, Z, EV, charger, car talk, truck talk, EV talk, SUV talk, car podcast, truck podcast, EV podcast, SUV podcast,</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>No sports cars were harmed in the making of this week&#39;s episode, as Benjamin and Sami talk about the brand new 2023 Nissan Z coupe, which features a unique blend of old and new. Benjamin managed to keep the Z for a whole week, and put it through its paces, testing out all aspects of the new coupe. With a twin-turbo V6 originally from Infiniti, a tweaked platform from the last gen 370Z, and exterior design cues borrowed from the Z&#39;s long history, there&#39;s plenty to talk about. Not to mention where the Z stands with its competitors, especially the new Toyota Supra. </p>

<p>Benjamin then discusses the new electrified addition to his household, before answering a listener question. Don&#39;t hesitate to reach out and ask the guys any questions you may have, or send them a tip through Ko-Fi. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>No sports cars were harmed in the making of this week&#39;s episode, as Benjamin and Sami talk about the brand new 2023 Nissan Z coupe, which features a unique blend of old and new. Benjamin managed to keep the Z for a whole week, and put it through its paces, testing out all aspects of the new coupe. With a twin-turbo V6 originally from Infiniti, a tweaked platform from the last gen 370Z, and exterior design cues borrowed from the Z&#39;s long history, there&#39;s plenty to talk about. Not to mention where the Z stands with its competitors, especially the new Toyota Supra. </p>

<p>Benjamin then discusses the new electrified addition to his household, before answering a listener question. Don&#39;t hesitate to reach out and ask the guys any questions you may have, or send them a tip through Ko-Fi. Thanks for listening!</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi" rel="nofollow" href="https://ko-fi.com/unnamedautomotivepodcast">Like what you hear? Tip us at Ko-Fi</a> &mdash; Send a dollar our way using Ko-Fi to help support the Unnamed Automotive Podcast.</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 190: 2020 Cadillac CT4-V, Nissan Z Proto</title>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 20 Sep 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>A dark and confusing journey down the black hole of Cadillac's car names starts with Benjamin's drive in the 2020 Cadillac CT4-V, which isn't a real V, whatever that means. Sami then has a lot of questions about the Nissan Z Proto and what it means for the future of sports cars.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>46:04</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;V, M, AMG, S, it all gets dissected on this week's episode thanks to the nightmare world of branding and Cadillac's ultra-confusing nomenclature, kicked off by Benjamin driving the 2020 Cadillac CT4-V sedan. The pair then discuss the Nissan Z Proto, which has Sami excited about the turbocharged sports car's potential to continue the Z legacy into the future with its clutch pedal intact. &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Cadillac, CT4-V, V Series, Nissan, Z, Z Proto, car, cars, car podcast, car talk</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>V, M, AMG, S, it all gets dissected on this week&#39;s episode thanks to the nightmare world of branding and Cadillac&#39;s ultra-confusing nomenclature, kicked off by Benjamin driving the 2020 Cadillac CT4-V sedan. The pair then discuss the Nissan Z Proto, which has Sami excited about the turbocharged sports car&#39;s potential to continue the Z legacy into the future with its clutch pedal intact.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="MANUAL TRANSMISSION NISSAN Z PROTO TARGETS AUTO-ONLY TOYOTA SUPRA WITH RETRO FLAIR AND MODERN TWIN TURBOS" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/manual-transmission-nissan-z-proto-targets-auto-only-toyota-supra-with-retro-flair-and-modern-twin-turbos/">MANUAL TRANSMISSION NISSAN Z PROTO TARGETS AUTO-ONLY TOYOTA SUPRA WITH RETRO FLAIR AND MODERN TWIN TURBOS</a> &mdash; The Nissan Z has spent the past several years watching almost every other sports car on the market zoom by it in terms of performance, technology, and perhaps most telling, sales. With only a handful of examples finding new owners in 2019, the once-proud rear-wheel drive coupe has been on life support in world where the Chevrolet Corvette has morphed into a mid-engine monster and even four-cylinder hot hatches are turbocharging their way past the Nissan's performance envelope.</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>V, M, AMG, S, it all gets dissected on this week&#39;s episode thanks to the nightmare world of branding and Cadillac&#39;s ultra-confusing nomenclature, kicked off by Benjamin driving the 2020 Cadillac CT4-V sedan. The pair then discuss the Nissan Z Proto, which has Sami excited about the turbocharged sports car&#39;s potential to continue the Z legacy into the future with its clutch pedal intact.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="MANUAL TRANSMISSION NISSAN Z PROTO TARGETS AUTO-ONLY TOYOTA SUPRA WITH RETRO FLAIR AND MODERN TWIN TURBOS" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.drivingline.com/articles/manual-transmission-nissan-z-proto-targets-auto-only-toyota-supra-with-retro-flair-and-modern-twin-turbos/">MANUAL TRANSMISSION NISSAN Z PROTO TARGETS AUTO-ONLY TOYOTA SUPRA WITH RETRO FLAIR AND MODERN TWIN TURBOS</a> &mdash; The Nissan Z has spent the past several years watching almost every other sports car on the market zoom by it in terms of performance, technology, and perhaps most telling, sales. With only a handful of examples finding new owners in 2019, the once-proud rear-wheel drive coupe has been on life support in world where the Chevrolet Corvette has morphed into a mid-engine monster and even four-cylinder hot hatches are turbocharging their way past the Nissan's performance envelope.</li></ul>]]>
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  <title>Episode 174: Classic 4x4s That Deserve A Comeback, New Nissans For Everyone</title>
  <link>https://www.unnamedautomotivepodcast.com/174</link>
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  <pubDate>Sun, 31 May 2020 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Guest Chad Kirchner joins to discuss 4x4 SUVs that deserve a second shot at glory, before pivoting to Nissan's big announcement about its revised vehicle line-up.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>52:29</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;Which classic 4x4s deserve to be brought back for a second chance? Benjamin and Chad have some ideas, but Sami thinks the past should be the past. The trio then discuss Nissan's new product announcement, which will completely revise its line-up over the next few years - including an updated Z car. &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>4x4, classic SUV, old SUV, sport-utility vehicle, classic trucks, Nissan, Z, automotive, podcast, cars, car podcast, truck podcast, trucks, Chad Kirchner</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>Which classic 4x4s deserve to be brought back for a second chance? Benjamin and Chad have some ideas, but Sami thinks the past should be the past. The trio then discuss Nissan&#39;s new product announcement, which will completely revise its line-up over the next few years - including an updated Z car.</p>]]>
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  <itunes:summary>
    <![CDATA[<p>Which classic 4x4s deserve to be brought back for a second chance? Benjamin and Chad have some ideas, but Sami thinks the past should be the past. The trio then discuss Nissan&#39;s new product announcement, which will completely revise its line-up over the next few years - including an updated Z car.</p>]]>
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  <title>Episode 82: 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S, 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS, Datsun 280Z Vibrations</title>
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  <pubDate>Sat, 28 Jul 2018 08:00:00 -0400</pubDate>
  <author>Unnamed Automotive Podcast</author>
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  <itunes:subtitle>Benjamin drives the 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S at the Bilster Berg race track and struggles with its new electronic nannies, while Sami revels in the fact that the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS has become a mini-supercar. Benjamin also explains why you should never ignore what your classic Datsun is trying to tell you, especially if it's trying to tell you by way of vibration.</itunes:subtitle>
  <itunes:duration>44:48</itunes:duration>
  <itunes:explicit>no</itunes:explicit>
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  <description>&lt;p&gt;The 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S introduces brand-new 'predictive' driver's aides in the form of the AMG Dynamics system, and Benjamin hits the track at Bilster Berg in Germany to decide whether they help lap times or just get in the way while sampling every single model in the C63 line-up. Sami spends a week with the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS and is stunned by how incredibly quick and competent the 911's little brother has become in just a few short years. Finally, Benjamin tells a sad story of driveline vibration, hair loss, and classic Datsun ownership. &lt;/p&gt;
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  <itunes:keywords>Mercedes-AMG, Mercedes-Benz, C63, C63 S, track driving, track car, Datsun, 280Z, Z, Porsche, 718, Boxster, GTS</itunes:keywords>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S introduces brand-new &#39;predictive&#39; driver&#39;s aides in the form of the AMG Dynamics system, and Benjamin hits the track at Bilster Berg in Germany to decide whether they help lap times or just get in the way while sampling every single model in the C63 line-up. Sami spends a week with the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS and is stunned by how incredibly quick and competent the 911&#39;s little brother has become in just a few short years. Finally, Benjamin tells a sad story of driveline vibration, hair loss, and classic Datsun ownership.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="First Drive: Electronic charm school civilizes the wildest C-Class family members, the 2019 AMG C63 and C63 S" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nydailynews.com/autos/latest-reviews/first-drive-2019-mercedes-amg-c63-s-review-article-1.4041610">First Drive: Electronic charm school civilizes the wildest C-Class family members, the 2019 AMG C63 and C63 S</a> &mdash; Even though the rowdiest members of any family eventually grow up, they don't always entirely mature. Mercedes-AMG has been walking a delicate line with its entire lineup over the past several years in a well-intentioned effort to refine what has traditionally been one of the woollier gatherings of hairy-knuckled luxury sports cars. They’re branded with the Silver Star, to be sure, but still wild enough to buck their riders in a bellowsome display of horsepower and oversteer.</li><li><a title="2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 First Drive Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/mercedes-benz/2019-mercedes-amg-c63-first-drive-review">2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 First Drive Review</a> &mdash; Sometimes, to help tame the beast you must first sharpen its claws. So it goes with the 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 and C63 S, a full-fledged family of monsters wrapped in a golden fleece that does little to mask the sheer brutality of their twin-turbo output. Rather than dial back any aspect of the C63’s formidable character, AMG has instead elected to digitally parse its power by way of a host of high-tech helpers that secure its purchase on terra firma more effectively than in the previous model.</li></ul>]]>
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    <![CDATA[<p>The 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 S introduces brand-new &#39;predictive&#39; driver&#39;s aides in the form of the AMG Dynamics system, and Benjamin hits the track at Bilster Berg in Germany to decide whether they help lap times or just get in the way while sampling every single model in the C63 line-up. Sami spends a week with the 2018 Porsche 718 Boxster GTS and is stunned by how incredibly quick and competent the 911&#39;s little brother has become in just a few short years. Finally, Benjamin tells a sad story of driveline vibration, hair loss, and classic Datsun ownership.</p><p>Links:</p><ul><li><a title="First Drive: Electronic charm school civilizes the wildest C-Class family members, the 2019 AMG C63 and C63 S" rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nydailynews.com/autos/latest-reviews/first-drive-2019-mercedes-amg-c63-s-review-article-1.4041610">First Drive: Electronic charm school civilizes the wildest C-Class family members, the 2019 AMG C63 and C63 S</a> &mdash; Even though the rowdiest members of any family eventually grow up, they don't always entirely mature. Mercedes-AMG has been walking a delicate line with its entire lineup over the past several years in a well-intentioned effort to refine what has traditionally been one of the woollier gatherings of hairy-knuckled luxury sports cars. They’re branded with the Silver Star, to be sure, but still wild enough to buck their riders in a bellowsome display of horsepower and oversteer.</li><li><a title="2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 First Drive Review" rel="nofollow" href="https://www.autoguide.com/manufacturer/mercedes-benz/2019-mercedes-amg-c63-first-drive-review">2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 First Drive Review</a> &mdash; Sometimes, to help tame the beast you must first sharpen its claws. So it goes with the 2019 Mercedes-AMG C63 and C63 S, a full-fledged family of monsters wrapped in a golden fleece that does little to mask the sheer brutality of their twin-turbo output. Rather than dial back any aspect of the C63’s formidable character, AMG has instead elected to digitally parse its power by way of a host of high-tech helpers that secure its purchase on terra firma more effectively than in the previous model.</li></ul>]]>
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