Ep 3. Series 5, Episode 3

In Season 5, Episode 3 of Top Gear, the presenters - Jeremy Clarkson, Richard Hammond and James May - embark on a series of challenges that test their driving skills and endurance. The episode begins with a review of the Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG and its impressive performance capabilities, followed by a look at the Ford GT and its aggressive, Mustang-inspired design.

The first challenge sees the presenters attempt to set a new speed record for caravans, as they each hitch a caravan to a powerful car and attempt to tow it at high speeds around a race circuit. Predictably, the results are chaotic and unpredictable, with caravans flipping over, sliding off the track and even exploding.

Next up, the trio head to Wales for a grueling 24-hour endurance race, where they each have to take turns driving a modified BMW 3 Series around a remote track that has been designed to replicate some of the toughest corners from around the world. As the hours tick by, the presenters battle fatigue, mechanical problems and each other, all while trying to set the fastest lap times possible.

The episode's showpiece challenge sees the presenters attempt to recreate one of the most iconic car chases in movie history - the famous chase scene from the Steve McQueen classic 'Bullitt'. Using a collection of classic cars, including a Dodge Charger R/T and a Ford Mustang GT, the presenters take on the role of McQueen and attempt to outwit the police while tearing through the streets of central London. With police helicopters, roadblocks and plenty of traffic to contend with, it's a tense and thrilling challenge that showcases the presenters' driving skills at their best.

As usual, the episode is rounded off with the 'Star in a Reasonably Priced Car' segment, which sees comedian Jack Dee take on the Top Gear test track in the show's Suzuki Liana. Despite some nervous moments, Dee puts in a respectable lap time and proves himself to be a capable driver.

Overall, Season 5, Episode 3 of Top Gear is a classic example of the show's winning formula - taking fast cars, crazy challenges and a healthy dose of humor, and blending them together to create an entertaining and action-packed episode. Whether you're a gearhead or just a casual viewer, there's something here to enjoy.