Channel 4 and eBay Rev Up for New Classic Car Show
Get ready, car fans! Channel 4 teams up with eBay for Bangers: Cars of the People, a flashy four-part series hitting screens later this year. Hosted by rapper Tinie and F1 analyst and stunt driver Naomi Schiff, the show dives into the booming craze for classic cars from the 70s, 80s, and 90s. Expect hits like the Ford Sierra Cosworth, Peugeot 205 GTI, and Citroen Saxo — once daily drivers, now prized collector’s gems.
Battle of the Bangers: Classic Cars Face Off
Each episode zooms in on a different class of wheels — hatchbacks, sports cars, 4x4s, and family cars — as Tinie and Naomi go head-to-head in a cheeky contest to crown the best in each category. Backed by passionate UK car lovers, they’ll uncover the history, culture, and performance legacy of these motoring icons. The series ramps up to a final showdown to name the ultimate champion.
Hosts Bring Passion and Expertise to the Garage
Naomi Schiff, ex-racing pro turned broadcaster, brings serious motorsport savvy. Tinie’s car love started young with a Vauxhall Corsa at 17, plus he’s a die-hard Formula 1 fan. Naomi picks first, with Tinie matching her choice each week. As he meets devoted owners vying for him to back their rides, viewers will see heart-stopping challenges — like Tinie weaving a 6-wheel Defender through Chelsea streets and trying to redeem the Renault Espace’s reputation.
Celebrity Chats and Nostalgia Tours
Not just about the cars, Tinie will also chat with celebs about their first wheels and motoring memories. Expect laughs and surprises as he digs out forgotten car models and vintage snaps, triggering nostalgic moments for guests and viewers alike.
A Celebration of Culture, Music, and Style
“Bangers: Cars of the People” isn’t just about cars — it’s a tribute to the music, fashion, and iconic moments these vehicles inspired. Tinie says he’s buzzing to explore how these motors shaped British culture. Naomi, hungry for competition, can’t wait to uncover what made these cars legendary.
Channel 4’s Nicole Streak calls it a nostalgic, entertaining ride for audiences, tapping into our deep love for cars and memories they hold. Plum Pictures, the producers, rave about their hosts’ passion and drive. Meanwhile, eBay, the show’s partner, champions keeping these classics on UK roads affordably and sustainably — bolstering the market for car parts and accessories.
Rev up your engines — classic car culture is back and better than ever!
