I have been lucky over the years to enjoy a lot of rentals, Some for work, some for holidays. Some over 1,000 miles. Within that experience were a number of realisations. I remember being given a diesel Mondeo, way back. I had no modern diesel experience. After 1,000 miles my opinion was changed. It was an amazing package. I then realised that modern diesels worked for me and made it my plan to test a diesel Golf. Which turned out to be even better. At that time, the VW Dealership also did rentals, plus courtesy cars which resulted in me going through the VW range, In addition, other rental companies provided a mix of brands, and types.
This is why I know what I like. This is why I don't like autos and DSGs. I don't like cruise control and electric handbrakes. They add nothing to my involvement. I don't like SUVs and people carriers. Done it all, and at the end of a holiday you have the taste or you don't.
Disappointmants, as already mentioned......the Elise, although a short drive only was so disappointing. And Audi A4 Avant, auto, which I expected to tick most of the boxes was rubbish. All fancy lights and showroom bling, but no substance. I could go on, but you get the picture.
Clarkson may have driven hundreds of cars but he lives in his millionare's bubble, and for me, his opinions are irrelevant.
