Top Gear Australia (2008)

S1E8 Road Trip of Dreams

Nov 17, 2008 Season 1 Episode 8 Reality

**Title: Dream Ride Adventure** Plot: Charlie Cox, Warren Brown, and Steve Pizzati embark on an exhilarating weekend road trip across Tasmania, each selecting their dream car for the journey. At the Spirit of Tasmania terminal in Port Melbourne, Charlie arrives in a sleek Porsche 911 Turbo, Warren opts for the iconic Aston Martin DB9, while Steve chooses the fierce Lamborghini Superleggera. After crossing the Strait, they dive into an unforgettable adventure, navigating the stunning, secluded roads of Tasmania's West Coast with the help of Targa Tasmania, known for hosting premier tarmac rallies. Next, it’s a classic showdown of Holden versus Ford as Top Gear Australia revisits these legendary brands. They pit the entry-level Commodore Omega against the Falcon XT on the test track to determine which vehicle reigns supreme—will the Ford steal the spotlight or will the Holden triumph? Additionally, Charlie gets behind the wheel of the sleek Jaguar XF SV8, impressed by its modern features compared to the older, less