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All the cars reviewed by ''Magazine/MotorWeek'', plus the tips featured in each episode.
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[[folder:Pilot (1980)]]
* Road-test results on the Chevrolet Citation and Ford Fairmont. Also: how to use new car gas mileage estimates and how to change your motor oil.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 1 (1981-1982)]]
* Episode 1 (October 15, 1981): Road-test results on the Ford Escort GLX and the Fiat Strada. Also: a discussion of new-car rebates.
* Episode 2 (October 22, 1981): Road-test results on the Pontiac J2000 and the Honda Civic. Also: safety tips on working underneath a car.
* Episode 3 (October 29, 1981): Road-test results on the Plymouth Champ and Ford Granada Wagon. Also: a discussion of new-car rebates.
* Episode 4 (November 5, 1981): Road-test results on the Jaguar XJ-6 and AMC Renault 18I. Also: choosing extras on a new car.
* Episode 5 (November 12, 1981): Road-test results on the Nissan Stanza. Also: how to detect an unaligned front end.
* Episode 6 (November 19, 1981): Road-test results on the Lincoln Continental and Toyota Corolla.
* Episode 7 (November 26, 1981): Road-test reports on Oldsmobile and Volkswagen diesel-engine cars. Also: front-wheel drive vs. standard drive.
* Episode 8 (December 3, 1981): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Monte Carlo and Isuzu diesel. Also: how to use booster cables.
* Episode 9 (December 10, 1981): Road-test results on the Plymouth Horizon TC3 and the Datsun 280ZX. Also: a segment on rustproofing.
* Episode 10 (December 17, 1981): Road-test results on the AMC Eagle SX/4 and the 5-speed Mazda GLC. Also: selecting a replacement battery.
* Episode 11 (December 24, 1981): Road-test results on the Chrysler Aries Wagon and the Toyota Tercel.
* Episode 12 (December 31, 1981): Road-test results on the Ford LTD and the Alfa Romeo GTV 2.5. Also: how to check engine compression.
* Episode 13 (January 7, 1982): Road-test results on the Buick Regal and the Honda Accord. Also: the 1983 Corvette.
* Episode 14 (January 14, 1982): Road test results on the Volkswagen Quantum and the Ford Escort. Also: how to check a car's shock absorbers.
* Episode 15 (January 21, 1982): Road-test results on the Dodge Challenger and the Pontiac J 2000. Also: how to ensure optimum mileage.
* Episode 16 (January 28, 1982): Road-test results on the Ford Thunderbird and the Subaru Station Wagon. Also: motor oil for diesel engines.
* Episode 17 (February 4, 1982): Road-test results on the Saab 900 Turbo and the Chevrolet Chevette Diesel. Also: the proper care of spark plugs.
* Episode 18 (February 11, 1982): Road-test results on the Lancia Zagato and the AMC Jeep CJ-5. Also: touching up paint nicks.
* Episode 19 (February 18, 1982): Road-test results on the Cadillac Seville and the Peugeot 604 Turbodiesel. Also: how to check for improper wear on front disc brakes.
* Episode 20 (February 25, 1982): Road-test results on the Fiat Spider Turbo and the Ford Ranger pickup truck.
* Episode 21 (March 4, 1982): Road-test results on the Oldsmobile Cierra and the Mazda RX-7. Also: tips for people preparing to sell their car.
* Episode 22 (March 11, 1982): Road-test results on the Mercedes-Benz 300SD Turbo diesel and the Dodge Rampage. Also: how to time a car and a preview of the 1983 Thunderbird.
* Episode 23 (March 18, 1982): Road-test results on the GMC S-15 and the Toyota Celica Supra. Also: maintenance tips for diesel owners.
* Episode 24 (March 25, 1982): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford EXP. Also: how to keep a car exterior looking new.
* Episode 25 (April 1, 1982): Road-test results on the Chrysler LeBaron convertible and the BMW 528e land cruiser. Also: how to choose a mechanic.
* Episode 26 (April 8, 1982): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Camaro and the Audi 5000 Turbo Diesel. Also: an explanation of octane ratings.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 2 (1982-1983)]]
* Episode 1: Road-test results on four subcompact, fuel-efficient models. Also: Pat Gross with general maintenance tips.
* Episode 2: A look at 1983 offerings from the Ford and Chrysler corporations, including Ford Mustangs and Thunderbirds, and Plymouth's minitruck the Scamp.
* Episode 3: An overview of 1983 models from General Motors and AMC/Renault.
* Episode 4: Road-test results on the 1983 AMC Renault Alliance sedan and Porsche 944 sports car.
* Episode 5: Road tested: the BMW 320i and a 1983 Chrysler sedan. Also: maintenance tips for four-wheel drive vehicles.
* Episode 6: Road tested: the Mercury Capri RS and Mazda 2200 diesel pickup truck. Also: claims of a carburetor that delivers 200 mpg.
* Episode 7: Road-tested: the 1983 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am and the Toyota Cressida. Also: how to avoid highway robbery.
* Episode 8: The '82 and '83 models of the Cadillac Cimarron are compared. Also: road-test results on the Nissan Pulsar.
* Episode 9: A family sedan from Ford and a Mitsubishi sports coupe. Also: how to tow a car in winter.
* Episode 10: Road tested: the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer and the Volkswagen Rabbit GTI. Also included: balancing tires.
* Episode 11: Road-test results on the AMC Concord and the Subaru Brat. Also: a preview of a 1984 Cadillac, and answers to viewer questions.
* Episode 12: Road tested: the Chevrolet Citation X11 and the Toyota Starlet. Previewed: the 1985 Volkswagen Rabbit.
* Episode 13: Road-test results on the Pontiac T1000 and the Jaguar XJS; how to avoid costly front-end repairs; and a preview of the 1984 Audi Quattro and 5000 sedan.
* Episode 14: Road tested: the Dodge Charger 2.2 and the Chevrolet Celebrity. Also: preventive maintenance for the diesel Volkswagen Rabbit.
* Episode 15: Road tested: the AMC Jeep Scrambler and the Mazda 626 sports sedan. Also included: a comparison of ball-type and rack-and-pinion steering systems.
* Episode 16: Road-test results on the Toyota Tercel four-wheel drive station wagon and the Mercedes-Benz 240D diesel sedan. Also: exhaust-pipe emission testing.
* Episode 17: Road tested: the Datsun Kingcab pickup truck and the Saab 900S. Also: Pat Goss will answer viewers' questions.
* Episode 18: Road tested: the 1983 Ford Thunderbird and the Audi 4000. Also: a look at the restoration of classic cars.
* Episode 19: Road tested: the Volvo 760 GLE and the Ford Escort GT hatchback. Also: a preview of a Chrysler sports car and tips for car owners who are considering a paint job.
* Episode 20: Road tested: the Pontiac 6000 STE and the Mitsubishi Tredia. Also: servicing an air-conditioning system.
* Episode 21: Road-test results on the front-wheel drive Chrysler New Yorker and the Jaguar XJS sports coupe. Also included: a look at collision repair services.
* Episode 22: The Oldsmobile Firenza hatchback and the Mercedes-Benz 380SL convertible. Also: a retrospective look at the 1965 Mustang coupe.
* Episode 23: Road tested: the Buick Riviera convertible. Also: assessing rust damage.
* Episode 24: Road-test results on the Ford Mustang convertible and the Datsun Maxima GL wagon; how to avoid fire hazards in automobiles.
* Episode 25: Road tested: the Ford Tempo/Topaz and the Datsun 280-ZX Turbo coupe. Also: the second annual Summit Point Raceoff, which pits Ford's turbo-charged Thunderbird against the BMW 633CSi.
* Episode 26: An episode on the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette includes a trip to a plant and road-test results. Also: a retrospective look at previous models.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 3 (1983-1984)]]
* Episode 1: A comparison of mid-sized four-door hatchbacks features road tests of the Pontiac Phoenix, the Mazda 626, the Nissan Stanza and the Toyota Camry.
* Episode 2: A look at the 1984 offerings from Ford and Chrysler includes the Chrysler Laser and the Lincoln Mark VII. Also: mini-vans.
* Episode 3: An overview of the 1984 models from General Motors and AMC/Renault. Also: a discussion of auto electronics.
* Episode 4: Road-test results on the Audi 5000S and the Dodge Daytona. Also: the car of the future.
* Episode 5: Road-test results on the Honda Accord and the Mercedes 190. Also included: the first in a three-part series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles or life.
* Episode 6: A road test of the mid-engine Pontiac Fiero; and a report on the Chrysler Vista mini-van. Also: the second part of a series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles.
* Episode 7: A segment on the BMW 318i; a report on the Baja Rally. Also: the conclusion of a three-part series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles.
* Episode 8: Road-test results on the Chevrolet Caprice Classic and the Isuzu Impulse. Also: a preview of the Audi Quattro.
* Episode 9: Road tested: the Lincoln Continental Mark VII and the Honda Prelude. Also: how to protect a paint finish from road debris.
* Episode 10: A road test of the AMC/Renault Encore; and a look at the Nissan Datsun 300 ZX Turbo. Also: answers to viewers' car problems.
* Episode 11: A segment on the Volkswagen Jetta; a look at a car's emission system; a preview of Ford's mid-size line.
* Episode 12: Road tested: the 1984 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe; the Dodge/Plymouth Colt. Also: a look at viewers' car problems; and a preview of GM's small cars.
* Episode 13: Tested: the Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Diesel; the Porsche 911 Cabriolet. Also: a preview of Ford imports and tips on the maintenance of the cooling system.
* Episode 14: Road tests of the Ford Mustang SVO and the Volkswagen Vanagon. Also included: tips on maintaining cars.
* Episode 15: A road test of the Cadillac Eldorado; a report on the Toyota Camry; a look at the new line of Saabs. Also: viewers' repair problems.
* Episode 16: A road test of the Dodge/Plymouth Conquest; and a report on a car's braking system.
* Episode 17: Road tests of the 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport and the Honda Civic CRX; a preview of the 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. Also: a report on how motor oil is graded.
* Episode 18: A road test of the Porsche 928s; a review of the Toyota Van Wagen; a preview of 1985 models. Also: viewers' car problems.
* Episode 19: A road test of the Dodge 600 ES; a report on Audi 5000S sedans and station wagons; an explanation of motor-oil types and grades.
* Episode 20: Road tests of the Ford EXP and the Peugeot 505 station wagon. Also: viewer questions.
* Episode 21: Road tests of the Pontiac 2000 and the AMC Sportwagon. Also: a demonstration of caring for a car's upholstery.
* Episode 22: Road tests of the 1984 Buick Century station wagon and the Mazda GLC. Also: servicing the ignition system.
* Episode 23: A road test of the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Also: whether the diesel-engine option fits the Ford Escort; upgrading a family-car's performance.
* Episode 24: Road tests of the Toyota Corolla and the Chevrolet Camaro. Also: viewers' car problems; the best cars of 1984.
* Episode 25: Road tests of the Buick Regal and the Subaru GL-10 station wagon. Also: minimizing road noise; the new AMC/Renault line.
* Episode 26: Road tests of the 1985 Buick Electra and the Nissan 200SX hatchback. Also: viewers' car problems are discussed.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 4 (1984-1985)]]
* Episode 1: Road tests of Chevrolet's S-10 Blazer, the Ford Bronco II and the Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer. Also: tips on four-wheel drive vehicle maintenance.
* Episode 2: Part 1 of a two-part preview of 1985 Detroit cars features road tests of the Dodge Lancer and Chrysler LeBaron GTS (a five-door sports liftback). Also: maintaining turbochargers.
* Episode 3: Conclusion of a two-part preview of 1985 cars includes road tests of the Oldsmobile Calais, Buick Somerset Regal and Alliance convertible. Also: tips on maintaining various types of fuel-injection units.
* Episode 4: Road tests of Ford's Merkur XR4i and the Volvo DL Wagon. Also: maintaining a car's engine-cooling system.
* Episode 5: Road tests of Chevrolet's Sprint and Spectrum. Also: future products from Saab.
* Episode 6: Selected for test drives: the 1985 Oldsmobile Calais and the Mercedes-Benz 500SEC. Also: viewer car problems are solved by Pat Goss.
* Episode 7: Road-test results of the Isuzu Troop II and the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Premier sedan. Also: front-end alignment is discussed.
* Episode 8: Selected for test drives: the BMW 325e sport sedan and the Avanti. Also: viewer car problems are solved.
* Episode 9: Selected for test drives: the 1985 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Hatchback, and Renault's Fuego sports coupe. Also: exhaust-system maintenance.
* Episode 10: A review of 1985 models, featuring test-drive results from previous episodes. Also: Pat Goss demonstrates how to change engine oil.
* Episode 11: Selected for road tests: the Dodge Shelby Charger and the Toyota 4-Runner. Also: car-maintenance tips from mechanic Pat Goss.
* Episode 12: Selected for road tests: the Audi 4000S Quattro and Pontiac's 2000 Sunbird convertible. Also: safety precautions for working under a car.
* Episode 13: Selected for test drives: the Nissan Maxima SE and the Plymouth Reliant station wagon. Also: Pat Goss offers car-maintenance tips.
* Episode 14: Selected for road tests: the SAAB 900 Turbo and the police-equipped Ford LTD-LX Sedan. Also: how to solve a car's "pinging" problems.
* Episode 15: Road tested: the 1985 Renault Alliance convertible; and the European-built Bitter. Also: Pat Goss offers tips on tire maintenance.
* Episode 16: Selected for road tests: the Buick Century T-Type and Buick Riviera with on-board consumer electronics. Also: Pat Goss solves viewer car problems.
* Episode 17: Selected for road tests: the down-sized Lincoln Continental and the Volkswagen Rabbit convertible. Also: touching up chipped paint.
* Episode 18: Scheduled for road tests: the 1985 Dodge Daytona Z and the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Turbo hatchback. Also: Pat Goss solves viewers' car-maintenance problems.
* Episode 19: Scheduled for road tests: the 1985 Toyota Cressida sedan and the reengined Chevrolet Corvette with electronic overdrive. Also: keeping a Corvette running smoothly.
* Episode 20: Road tests: the Chrysler LeBaron GT-S Turbo and the Toyota Corolla GT-S 16-Valve. Also: Pat Goss offers tips on buying a used car.
* Episode 21: Road tests: Pontiac's 6000 STE sedan and Fiero V6, and the Peugeot 505 turbo. Also: tips on buying a used car.
* Episode 22: Featured: Toyota's MR2, Ford's Mercury Topaz and the Honda Civic station wagon with four-wheel drive. Also: tips on buying a used automobile.
* Episode 23: Featured: the Chevrolet Nova sedan and the Porsche 928S. Also: Pat Goss solves viewers' car problems.
* Episode 24: Selected for road tests: the Chevrolet Cavalier convertible and Cadillac V6 Cimarron. Also featured: Subaru's sedan and XT Coupe.
* Episode 25: Selected for road tests: the Volvo 740 Turbo wagon and BMW's 635 CSi and 325e. Also: maintaining cars with front-wheel drive.
* Episode 26: A survey of popular convertible models includes a look at how convertibles are made and tips on maintenance.
[[/folder]]
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[[folder:Pilot (1980)]]
* Road-test results on the Chevrolet Citation and Ford Fairmont. Also: how to use new car gas mileage estimates and how to change your motor oil.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 1 (1981-1982)]]
* Episode 1 (October 15, 1981): Road-test results on the Ford Escort GLX and the Fiat Strada. Also: a discussion of new-car rebates.
* Episode 2 (October 22, 1981): Road-test results on the Pontiac J2000 and the Honda Civic. Also: safety tips on working underneath a car.
* Episode 3 (October 29, 1981): Road-test results on the Plymouth Champ and Ford Granada Wagon. Also: a discussion of new-car rebates.
* Episode 4 (November 5, 1981): Road-test results on the Jaguar XJ-6 and AMC Renault 18I. Also: choosing extras on a new car.
* Episode 5 (November 12, 1981): Road-test results on the Nissan Stanza. Also: how to detect an unaligned front end.
* Episode 6 (November 19, 1981): Road-test results on the Lincoln Continental and Toyota Corolla.
* Episode 7 (November 26, 1981): Road-test reports on Oldsmobile and Volkswagen diesel-engine cars. Also: front-wheel drive vs. standard drive.
* Episode 8 (December 3, 1981): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Monte Carlo and Isuzu diesel. Also: how to use booster cables.
* Episode 9 (December 10, 1981): Road-test results on the Plymouth Horizon TC3 and the Datsun 280ZX. Also: a segment on rustproofing.
* Episode 10 (December 17, 1981): Road-test results on the AMC Eagle SX/4 and the 5-speed Mazda GLC. Also: selecting a replacement battery.
* Episode 11 (December 24, 1981): Road-test results on the Chrysler Aries Wagon and the Toyota Tercel.
* Episode 12 (December 31, 1981): Road-test results on the Ford LTD and the Alfa Romeo GTV 2.5. Also: how to check engine compression.
* Episode 13 (January 7, 1982): Road-test results on the Buick Regal and the Honda Accord. Also: the 1983 Corvette.
* Episode 14 (January 14, 1982): Road test results on the Volkswagen Quantum and the Ford Escort. Also: how to check a car's shock absorbers.
* Episode 15 (January 21, 1982): Road-test results on the Dodge Challenger and the Pontiac J 2000. Also: how to ensure optimum mileage.
* Episode 16 (January 28, 1982): Road-test results on the Ford Thunderbird and the Subaru Station Wagon. Also: motor oil for diesel engines.
* Episode 17 (February 4, 1982): Road-test results on the Saab 900 Turbo and the Chevrolet Chevette Diesel. Also: the proper care of spark plugs.
* Episode 18 (February 11, 1982): Road-test results on the Lancia Zagato and the AMC Jeep CJ-5. Also: touching up paint nicks.
* Episode 19 (February 18, 1982): Road-test results on the Cadillac Seville and the Peugeot 604 Turbodiesel. Also: how to check for improper wear on front disc brakes.
* Episode 20 (February 25, 1982): Road-test results on the Fiat Spider Turbo and the Ford Ranger pickup truck.
* Episode 21 (March 4, 1982): Road-test results on the Oldsmobile Cierra and the Mazda RX-7. Also: tips for people preparing to sell their car.
* Episode 22 (March 11, 1982): Road-test results on the Mercedes-Benz 300SD Turbo diesel and the Dodge Rampage. Also: how to time a car and a preview of the 1983 Thunderbird.
* Episode 23 (March 18, 1982): Road-test results on the GMC S-15 and the Toyota Celica Supra. Also: maintenance tips for diesel owners.
* Episode 24 (March 25, 1982): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Corvette and the Ford EXP. Also: how to keep a car exterior looking new.
* Episode 25 (April 1, 1982): Road-test results on the Chrysler LeBaron convertible and the BMW 528e land cruiser. Also: how to choose a mechanic.
* Episode 26 (April 8, 1982): Road-test results on the Chevrolet Camaro and the Audi 5000 Turbo Diesel. Also: an explanation of octane ratings.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 2 (1982-1983)]]
* Episode 1: Road-test results on four subcompact, fuel-efficient models. Also: Pat Gross with general maintenance tips.
* Episode 2: A look at 1983 offerings from the Ford and Chrysler corporations, including Ford Mustangs and Thunderbirds, and Plymouth's minitruck the Scamp.
* Episode 3: An overview of 1983 models from General Motors and AMC/Renault.
* Episode 4: Road-test results on the 1983 AMC Renault Alliance sedan and Porsche 944 sports car.
* Episode 5: Road tested: the BMW 320i and a 1983 Chrysler sedan. Also: maintenance tips for four-wheel drive vehicles.
* Episode 6: Road tested: the Mercury Capri RS and Mazda 2200 diesel pickup truck. Also: claims of a carburetor that delivers 200 mpg.
* Episode 7: Road-tested: the 1983 Pontiac Firebird Trans-Am and the Toyota Cressida. Also: how to avoid highway robbery.
* Episode 8: The '82 and '83 models of the Cadillac Cimarron are compared. Also: road-test results on the Nissan Pulsar.
* Episode 9: A family sedan from Ford and a Mitsubishi sports coupe. Also: how to tow a car in winter.
* Episode 10: Road tested: the Chevrolet S-10 Blazer and the Volkswagen Rabbit GTI. Also included: balancing tires.
* Episode 11: Road-test results on the AMC Concord and the Subaru Brat. Also: a preview of a 1984 Cadillac, and answers to viewer questions.
* Episode 12: Road tested: the Chevrolet Citation X11 and the Toyota Starlet. Previewed: the 1985 Volkswagen Rabbit.
* Episode 13: Road-test results on the Pontiac T1000 and the Jaguar XJS; how to avoid costly front-end repairs; and a preview of the 1984 Audi Quattro and 5000 sedan.
* Episode 14: Road tested: the Dodge Charger 2.2 and the Chevrolet Celebrity. Also: preventive maintenance for the diesel Volkswagen Rabbit.
* Episode 15: Road tested: the AMC Jeep Scrambler and the Mazda 626 sports sedan. Also included: a comparison of ball-type and rack-and-pinion steering systems.
* Episode 16: Road-test results on the Toyota Tercel four-wheel drive station wagon and the Mercedes-Benz 240D diesel sedan. Also: exhaust-pipe emission testing.
* Episode 17: Road tested: the Datsun Kingcab pickup truck and the Saab 900S. Also: Pat Goss will answer viewers' questions.
* Episode 18: Road tested: the 1983 Ford Thunderbird and the Audi 4000. Also: a look at the restoration of classic cars.
* Episode 19: Road tested: the Volvo 760 GLE and the Ford Escort GT hatchback. Also: a preview of a Chrysler sports car and tips for car owners who are considering a paint job.
* Episode 20: Road tested: the Pontiac 6000 STE and the Mitsubishi Tredia. Also: servicing an air-conditioning system.
* Episode 21: Road-test results on the front-wheel drive Chrysler New Yorker and the Jaguar XJS sports coupe. Also included: a look at collision repair services.
* Episode 22: The Oldsmobile Firenza hatchback and the Mercedes-Benz 380SL convertible. Also: a retrospective look at the 1965 Mustang coupe.
* Episode 23: Road tested: the Buick Riviera convertible. Also: assessing rust damage.
* Episode 24: Road-test results on the Ford Mustang convertible and the Datsun Maxima GL wagon; how to avoid fire hazards in automobiles.
* Episode 25: Road tested: the Ford Tempo/Topaz and the Datsun 280-ZX Turbo coupe. Also: the second annual Summit Point Raceoff, which pits Ford's turbo-charged Thunderbird against the BMW 633CSi.
* Episode 26: An episode on the 1984 Chevrolet Corvette includes a trip to a plant and road-test results. Also: a retrospective look at previous models.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 3 (1983-1984)]]
* Episode 1: A comparison of mid-sized four-door hatchbacks features road tests of the Pontiac Phoenix, the Mazda 626, the Nissan Stanza and the Toyota Camry.
* Episode 2: A look at the 1984 offerings from Ford and Chrysler includes the Chrysler Laser and the Lincoln Mark VII. Also: mini-vans.
* Episode 3: An overview of the 1984 models from General Motors and AMC/Renault. Also: a discussion of auto electronics.
* Episode 4: Road-test results on the Audi 5000S and the Dodge Daytona. Also: the car of the future.
* Episode 5: Road-test results on the Honda Accord and the Mercedes 190. Also included: the first in a three-part series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles or life.
* Episode 6: A road test of the mid-engine Pontiac Fiero; and a report on the Chrysler Vista mini-van. Also: the second part of a series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles.
* Episode 7: A segment on the BMW 318i; a report on the Baja Rally. Also: the conclusion of a three-part series on maintaining a car for 150,000 miles.
* Episode 8: Road-test results on the Chevrolet Caprice Classic and the Isuzu Impulse. Also: a preview of the Audi Quattro.
* Episode 9: Road tested: the Lincoln Continental Mark VII and the Honda Prelude. Also: how to protect a paint finish from road debris.
* Episode 10: A road test of the AMC/Renault Encore; and a look at the Nissan Datsun 300 ZX Turbo. Also: answers to viewers' car problems.
* Episode 11: A segment on the Volkswagen Jetta; a look at a car's emission system; a preview of Ford's mid-size line.
* Episode 12: Road tested: the 1984 Ford Thunderbird Turbo Coupe; the Dodge/Plymouth Colt. Also: a look at viewers' car problems; and a preview of GM's small cars.
* Episode 13: Tested: the Oldsmobile Cutlass Ciera Diesel; the Porsche 911 Cabriolet. Also: a preview of Ford imports and tips on the maintenance of the cooling system.
* Episode 14: Road tests of the Ford Mustang SVO and the Volkswagen Vanagon. Also included: tips on maintaining cars.
* Episode 15: A road test of the Cadillac Eldorado; a report on the Toyota Camry; a look at the new line of Saabs. Also: viewers' repair problems.
* Episode 16: A road test of the Dodge/Plymouth Conquest; and a report on a car's braking system.
* Episode 17: Road tests of the 1984 Chevrolet Celebrity Eurosport and the Honda Civic CRX; a preview of the 1985 Volkswagen Jetta. Also: a report on how motor oil is graded.
* Episode 18: A road test of the Porsche 928s; a review of the Toyota Van Wagen; a preview of 1985 models. Also: viewers' car problems.
* Episode 19: A road test of the Dodge 600 ES; a report on Audi 5000S sedans and station wagons; an explanation of motor-oil types and grades.
* Episode 20: Road tests of the Ford EXP and the Peugeot 505 station wagon. Also: viewer questions.
* Episode 21: Road tests of the Pontiac 2000 and the AMC Sportwagon. Also: a demonstration of caring for a car's upholstery.
* Episode 22: Road tests of the 1984 Buick Century station wagon and the Mazda GLC. Also: servicing the ignition system.
* Episode 23: A road test of the Oldsmobile Cutlass Supreme. Also: whether the diesel-engine option fits the Ford Escort; upgrading a family-car's performance.
* Episode 24: Road tests of the Toyota Corolla and the Chevrolet Camaro. Also: viewers' car problems; the best cars of 1984.
* Episode 25: Road tests of the Buick Regal and the Subaru GL-10 station wagon. Also: minimizing road noise; the new AMC/Renault line.
* Episode 26: Road tests of the 1985 Buick Electra and the Nissan 200SX hatchback. Also: viewers' car problems are discussed.
[[/folder]]
[[folder:Season 4 (1984-1985)]]
* Episode 1: Road tests of Chevrolet's S-10 Blazer, the Ford Bronco II and the Jeep Cherokee/Wagoneer. Also: tips on four-wheel drive vehicle maintenance.
* Episode 2: Part 1 of a two-part preview of 1985 Detroit cars features road tests of the Dodge Lancer and Chrysler LeBaron GTS (a five-door sports liftback). Also: maintaining turbochargers.
* Episode 3: Conclusion of a two-part preview of 1985 cars includes road tests of the Oldsmobile Calais, Buick Somerset Regal and Alliance convertible. Also: tips on maintaining various types of fuel-injection units.
* Episode 4: Road tests of Ford's Merkur XR4i and the Volvo DL Wagon. Also: maintaining a car's engine-cooling system.
* Episode 5: Road tests of Chevrolet's Sprint and Spectrum. Also: future products from Saab.
* Episode 6: Selected for test drives: the 1985 Oldsmobile Calais and the Mercedes-Benz 500SEC. Also: viewer car problems are solved by Pat Goss.
* Episode 7: Road-test results of the Isuzu Troop II and the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Premier sedan. Also: front-end alignment is discussed.
* Episode 8: Selected for test drives: the BMW 325e sport sedan and the Avanti. Also: viewer car problems are solved.
* Episode 9: Selected for test drives: the 1985 Volkswagen Golf and Golf Hatchback, and Renault's Fuego sports coupe. Also: exhaust-system maintenance.
* Episode 10: A review of 1985 models, featuring test-drive results from previous episodes. Also: Pat Goss demonstrates how to change engine oil.
* Episode 11: Selected for road tests: the Dodge Shelby Charger and the Toyota 4-Runner. Also: car-maintenance tips from mechanic Pat Goss.
* Episode 12: Selected for road tests: the Audi 4000S Quattro and Pontiac's 2000 Sunbird convertible. Also: safety precautions for working under a car.
* Episode 13: Selected for test drives: the Nissan Maxima SE and the Plymouth Reliant station wagon. Also: Pat Goss offers car-maintenance tips.
* Episode 14: Selected for road tests: the SAAB 900 Turbo and the police-equipped Ford LTD-LX Sedan. Also: how to solve a car's "pinging" problems.
* Episode 15: Road tested: the 1985 Renault Alliance convertible; and the European-built Bitter. Also: Pat Goss offers tips on tire maintenance.
* Episode 16: Selected for road tests: the Buick Century T-Type and Buick Riviera with on-board consumer electronics. Also: Pat Goss solves viewer car problems.
* Episode 17: Selected for road tests: the down-sized Lincoln Continental and the Volkswagen Rabbit convertible. Also: touching up chipped paint.
* Episode 18: Scheduled for road tests: the 1985 Dodge Daytona Z and the Dodge/Plymouth Colt Turbo hatchback. Also: Pat Goss solves viewers' car-maintenance problems.
* Episode 19: Scheduled for road tests: the 1985 Toyota Cressida sedan and the reengined Chevrolet Corvette with electronic overdrive. Also: keeping a Corvette running smoothly.
* Episode 20: Road tests: the Chrysler LeBaron GT-S Turbo and the Toyota Corolla GT-S 16-Valve. Also: Pat Goss offers tips on buying a used car.
* Episode 21: Road tests: Pontiac's 6000 STE sedan and Fiero V6, and the Peugeot 505 turbo. Also: tips on buying a used car.
* Episode 22: Featured: Toyota's MR2, Ford's Mercury Topaz and the Honda Civic station wagon with four-wheel drive. Also: tips on buying a used automobile.
* Episode 23: Featured: the Chevrolet Nova sedan and the Porsche 928S. Also: Pat Goss solves viewers' car problems.
* Episode 24: Selected for road tests: the Chevrolet Cavalier convertible and Cadillac V6 Cimarron. Also featured: Subaru's sedan and XT Coupe.
* Episode 25: Selected for road tests: the Volvo 740 Turbo wagon and BMW's 635 CSi and 325e. Also: maintaining cars with front-wheel drive.
* Episode 26: A survey of popular convertible models includes a look at how convertibles are made and tips on maintenance.
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