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Top Gear 1978

★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 120 votes TV-PG Documentary 45 seasons · 530 eps Ended
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What is Top Gear?

Top Gear is a television series that provides reviews of and reports about various types of automobiles. The original version of the program aired from 1977 to 2001 and was produced by BBC Midlands, with production based at Pebble Mill.

Type
TV series
Year
1978
Status
Ended
Episodes
530
First aired
Jul 13, 1978
Last aired
Aug 2, 2009
Original language
EN
Origin
GB
Networks
BBC Two
Genres
Documentary
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★ TMDB users: 8.0/10 from 120 votes
Format
45 seasons · 530 episodes
Status
Ended
Network
BBC Two
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Top Gear is a television series that provides reviews of and reports about various types of automobiles. The original version of the program aired from 1977 to 2001 and was produced by BBC Midlands, with production based at Pebble Mill. Initially, the series functioned as a monthly television program featuring a magazine format. Each episode lasted 30 minutes and was broadcast exclusively to viewers located in the Midlands region. The title and the concept for the series were developed by executive producer Derek S. Throughout its run, the program featured various presenters, including Tiff Needell, Jeremy Clarkson, Quentin Willson, Vicki, and Chris Goffey. These contributors examined a wide range of car-related topics for the audience. The series remained a fixture of motoring television for over two decades, focusing on the analysis and presentation of vehicles. The program is recognized for its long-standing history as a motoring magazine series that evolved from its regional origins to cover all things car-related through the work of its various hosts and production team.

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“Classic car reviews and road tests from the original Top Gear era.”

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  • Comprehensive car reviews
  • Entertaining presenters
  • Diverse vehicle coverage
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  • Dated production values
  • Limited modern car relevance

You enjoy vintage automotive journalism and classic car content.

Suitable for general audiences interested in automobiles.

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Frequently asked questions

Who presents the show?

Various presenters review cars and provide motoring reports.

What cars are featured?

Reviews cover all types of vehicles from the era.

Is this the current Top Gear?

No, this is the original series that aired from 1978.

How long are the episodes?

Episodes feature multiple car reviews and road tests.

Where was it filmed?

Filming took place at various locations suitable for car testing.

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