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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 9h

It certainly does

Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 17h

New book day! It’s a collection of some of my evo columns from 2003 to date (plus a couple of longer features) and it’s OUT NOW. amzn.to/4h3tTf4

Petrolhead

Buy Petrolhead by Porter, Richard (ISBN: 9798267268929) from Amazon's Book Store. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

Also, this manual Ferrari. www.pistonheads.com/buy/auction/...

2001 Ferrari 360 Spider Manual for sale by auction

Check out this 2001 Ferrari 360 Spider Manual auction on PistonHeads. Stop dreaming and start driving.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

We also talk about PistonHeads auctions, and in particular, this excellent Renaultsport Clio Trophy. www.pistonheads.com/buy/auction/...

2006 Renaultsport Clio Trophy - The Last One Made for sale by auction

Check out this 2006 Renaultsport Clio Trophy - The Last One Made auction on PistonHeads. Stop dreaming and start driving.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

On Monday I forgot to mention the new Smith and Sniff because Jonny and I were on a secret* trip that will be explained in a couple of weeks. Anyway, there's a new Smith and Sniff in which I give a progress update on my Metro Turbo.
* Not that secret podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

K Pop Dodge Demon Hunters

Podcast Episode · Smith and Sniff · 06/10/2025 · 1h 3m

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

Just in time for the end of summer, our Smith and Sniff IT'LL DO THIS ALL DAY mug and sticker design is finally available on a T-shirt. Get yours here, you steam-powered wrong un. smithandsniff.com/products/itl...

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

(The book is out tomorrow, by the way. I'll probably mention this again then.)

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 1d

If you like your Singapore GP analysis and US GP predictions spoilt by me shamelessly plugging my new book with an anecdote about Jarno Trulli, listen to or watch the latest episode of Midweek F1, out now. youtu.be/qeJyz9GEWQU?...

The Singapore Grand Prix. Too Hot To Handle!

YouTube video by Midweek F1

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 5d

My first guess was 20 years out. MURICUH!

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

Oh, and you can pre-order the e-book version now. Or wait for the paperback next week. amzn.eu/d/1pwYmRE

Petrolhead eBook : Porter, Richard: Amazon.co.uk: Kindle Store

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

Due a terrible admin error, I have had a monthly column in evo for 22 years and no one has remembered to stop me. So, to celebrate this mistake, I've compiled a load of them into a new book. It's called Petrolhead and it's out on Thursday 9 October.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

I suddenly realised all of my brain power is taken up trying to stay in at least approximately the same key as the tune which leaves no room to do other pop star stuff like being interesting to watch.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

If you remember this song from waaaaay back on GJOS, you might notice the 2025 live version has some new lyrics too. Woo hoo.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 6d

Man nervously singing live vocal on old synth pop track about falling in love with a woman who looks like a French racing driver? Get it here…

Gareth Jones (Gaz Top) @garethjonestv.bsky.social · 7d

Losing your mobile phone, Slade B-sides, and girls that look like racing drivers.

BRAND NEW
Gareth Jones On Speed ep528 with Zog
& music from @sniffpetrol.com
OUT NOW

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 10d

Sadly, no. Though knowing how organised we are, I wouldn't be surprised if that footage was found when we least expected it.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 10d

To record today's Smith and Sniff, Jonny and I sat in a very, very small car in a shopping centre car park. And if you're a member of our Patreon you'll soon be able to watch a video version of this podcast. podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 13d

Coming soon

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 14d

More rear legroom than the 5. Not loads, but enough that my eight-year-old can sit behind me comfortably in the 4, which wasn't the case with the 5.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 14d

Textbook rare-but-nobody-cares car spotted in London yesterday.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 15d

I think you're probably right. Upper end of the car market doesn't want EVs yet. Although Ferrari can, erm, *persuade* its most loyal customers to buy these, if they want to stay in the company's good graces.

Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 16d

The other weird thing about the Ferrari EV is that both early mule and late prototype have the front wheel arch right back against the leading edge of the front door, like a cheap FWD hatchback. Strange.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 16d

There have been two phases of prototype for Ferrari's upcoming EV. First, mules that looked like hacked-up Maserati Levantes. Now, production spec cars in boxy camo. Both are an absolute shit show in the wipers department. What on earth is going on there?

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 17d

In this week's Smith and Sniff I've been alarmed by a Porsche Macan EV, Jonny has been hanging around with a DJing legend, and which wind instrument does Gordon Murray play? podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

The DJ and the lion

Podcast Episode · Smith and Sniff · 22/09/2025 · 1h 3m

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 18d

Ooh, and furthermore, la la.

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Richard Porter @sniffpetrol.com · 20d

Did you know every Friday we post a 30 minute Smith and Sniff spin-off show in which we answer listeners' questions? Well, we do. Here's the latest one... podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/s...

OTOSOT 69

Podcast Episode · Smith and Sniff · 19/09/2025 · 29m

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