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Special thanks to everyone who has volunteered (or been voluntold 😅) to be part of Jake’s Takes so far. What started as a fun idea has turned into 30+ filmed episodes featuring an incredible mix of cars.

Now for the most important question…

Who should be featured next?

Most Americans have never seen a Peugeot 206 in person, and that’s exactly what makes it so interesting. While Europe embraced the lightweight hatchback for its sharp handling, rally heritage, and everyday practicality, the 206 never officially made its way to the United States. From the legendary 206 WRC to the sporty GTI models, this little French hatch became one of Peugeot’s biggest success stories and a true icon of early 2000s automotive culture. But would it have succeeded if it had been sold in America?

Hear Jake’s Take on the forbidden French hot hatch that most Americans only know from video games and rally footage.

The Buick Roadmaster from the 1990s was peak American land yacht energy. Massive body, soft suspension, rear wheel drive, and available LT1 V8 power turned this full size wagon and sedan into one of the most unexpectedly lovable cruisers of its era. It was comfortable, absurdly spacious, and somehow developed a cult following among enthusiasts who appreciated old school American luxury mixed with surprising performance potential. Does the Roadmaster deserve its growing collector status?

Hear Jake’s Take on the forgotten GM icon that became a favorite among wagon enthusiasts and sleeper fans alike.

The BMW X3 E83 helped create the blueprint for the modern performance luxury SUV before the segment exploded. Smaller, lighter, and more connected than most SUVs that came after it, the E83 still carried the balanced handling and driver focused feel BMW was known for in the 2000s. Whether equipped with the naturally aspirated inline six or the rare manual transmission setup, it delivered a driving experience most crossovers today completely abandoned. But was the first generation X3 actually ahead of its time? 👀

Hear Jake’s Take on the underrated BMW SUV that quietly became a modern classic for enthusiasts.

The Honda S2000 AP1 proved that driving feel matters more than horsepower numbers. Lightweight chassis, one of the highest revving production engines ever made, and a six speed manual that still feels nearly perfect gave the AP1 a personality that modern sports cars struggle to replicate. It demanded effort, rewarded precision, and turned every back road into an event. But would Honda ever build something this raw again?

Hear Jake’s Take on one of the greatest driver’s cars Japan ever produced.

The Ferrari 458 might go down as the peak of modern analog feeling supercars. Naturally aspirated V8, razor sharp steering, and styling that still looks futuristic over a decade later, the 458 delivered drama without needing massive horsepower numbers or hybrid systems. It was loud, responsive, and genuinely exciting at almost any speed. But is it actually Ferrari’s best modern car?

Hear Jake’s Take on the supercar that many enthusiasts believe marked the end of an era.

X-drive who?