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So there was nothing to worry about after all! After the kerfuffle surrounding the end of the three presenting TG at the Beeb, I honestly thought that wherever they went nothing would be the same again in the motor show universe.

Well I am happy to report here that I was wrong, sorry let me write that again properly. I was WRONG! Yep it needed the capitals.

Amazon threw a lot of money at GT, probably 10 times the budget that TG enjoyed and today there must be some very happy execs in that organisation. The show is at once familiar and different, Richard Hammond's boyish charm (my wife is happy), James May's nerdy appeal and Jezza's sardonic take on everything - all is as it was, but there is also an excitement to GT that TG lacked, a production value that exceeds anything that has gone before as far as a magazine show is concerned.

I'm not going to go into any details, no spoilers here, but the whole show is spectacular, great cars, great music, great scenery and most importantly of all - great presenters. If you liked TG you are going to love GT!

I will not spoil anything for anyone other than - the final swansong for these amazing guys was without a shadow of doubt the absolute best episode of the lot. If you have anything harsh or nasty to say about this show and the 3 guys who have entertained us for 22 years - keep it to yourself. We should be thankful that we had them at all. Jeremy, Richard and of course James - Thank you for sharing your adventures with us and for all the times you made us laugh, cry, upset, jump for joy, LOL and so on these will be precious memories that shall not ever fade from our hearts. The Grand Tour team was one of a kind and what a way to end the journey!

Their connection with each other as they travelled across Mongolia was wonderful to watch. Hammond's attempts at driving were always great and perfectly timed. I have not laughed out loud during a TV show this much in a LONG time!

P.S. Where can I get a "John"?

Yeah, first season left me a bit dissapointed. The first episode in general was really good and there where signs of hope along the tour of season 1 but in the end it just felt too scripted. And it seems they heard it, just look at the episode unscripted, it seems they really took the criticsm to heart.

Second season is full of all the stuff that i loved in Top Gear. Its fun, fast, slightly ridiculous, some times scary but really really just great entertainement. Love it, keep it up!

Brilliant, simply brilliant.

Thank you for everything and thank you for always being there when life sucked. Thank you for creating this.

Thank you for the countless laughs, the unforgettable moments, and the sheer joy of watching three friends explore the world through their love of cars and adventure.

But more than that, thank you for igniting a passion for cars in me, a passion that has grown stronger with every episode. You've shown us that cars are more than just machines-they're a way of life, a connection to something bigger, and a reason to stay curious and engaged with the world. You gave us a way to escape from the dullness of everyday life and offered an alternative to being caught up in distractions that don't matter.

The Grand Tour (and Top Gear) was more than just a show. It was an experience, a companion through tough times, and a reminder of the thrill of discovery. You made us laugh, gasp, and even cry on occasion, and for that, I can't thank you enough. The end of this journey is bittersweet, but the memories you've created will stay with us forever.

Thank you, Clarkson, Hammond, and May, for everything. You've given us something truly special, and for that, we will always be grateful.