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The Best Episodes of James May's Cars of the People Season 1

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Every episode of James May's Cars of the People Season 1 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of James May's Cars of the People Season 1!

The Best Episodes of James May's Cars of the People Season 1

James May takes a look at the 'peoples car'. Covering every form of cars for the masses - from the Beetle to the Kei Car,...

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  1. 8.7/10(87 votes)

    #1 - Episode 1

    S1:E1

    A look at European cars: the VW Beetle, the Trabant, the Wartburg 353, the Fiat 500, the Fiat 124 and the Lada which was based on the Fiat 124.

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  2. 8.4/10(61 votes)

    #2 - Episode 3

    S1:E3

    James continues to take a look at the examination of the social significance of cars by taking a look at how aspiration and new wealth were behind the development of some of the greatest cars ever built.

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  3. 8.3/10(72 votes)

    #3 - Episode 2

    S1:E2

    A look at two extremes: the massive American gas-guzzling "automotive palaces" with their excess of chrome and fins, and the low-powered three-wheeler microcars which could be driven without a driving licence or on a motorbike licence.

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"Episode 1" is the best rated episode of "James May's Cars of the People" season 1. It scored 8.7/10 based on 87 votes. Directed by N/A and written by N/A, it aired on 8/10/2014. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Episode 3".