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True to his "Captain Slow" persona, James chose a Mercedes-Benz 230E. Known for their "over-engineered" build quality, the W123 Mercedes was the logical choice for African terrain. While it suffered from some suspension issues and James’s stubborn refusal to strip the car for weight, it was arguably the most comfortable and reliable vehicle of the trio. It proved that German engineering from the 1980s was nearly indestructible. The Challenges The Makgadikgadi Salt Pans

: Jeremy Clarkson's choice, picked for Lancia's rally pedigree. Despite frequent mechanical failures—particularly with its starter motor—it managed to finish the 1,000-mile journey. Volkswagen Beetle top gear botswana cars

was left in Botswana; though long thought scrapped, it was discovered partially reassembled in Maun as recently as 2020. The Volkswagen Beetle True to his "Captain Slow" persona, James chose

Chosen for its reputation for African durability, it survived the trip despite various mechanical issues. Jeremy Clarkson Lancia Beta Coupé It proved that German engineering from the 1980s