What's the WORST door handle ever? Plus, towing in used luxury vs a new F-150: Matt's upcoming drive in 4 legendary Mustangs; an early look at the new, improved Streets of Willow; a FREE car shows up; our thoughts on Leno's Bill, and

Patreon question include:

• How do we downsize our car payment: lease or buy?
• Most played out current design trend
• How will the current NSX be seen in the future?
• What we think about the Mitsubishi 3000GT
• Which front-engine RWD car to add to the fleet?
• Used RS or Touring?
• Which car did everyone love that you hate?
• LC500 or Vantage S?
• Should I modify a Merkur XR4Ti?
• Would a Sim rig at a track be helpful?
• And more!

Recorded September 11, 2025

Show Notes:

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