3 On The Column

Brian Thomas and Andrew Roberts
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3 on the column, brings together Andrew Roberts, the renowned Classic car writer and Brian Thomas,  to talk Classic cars, with occasional guests joining in to share their classic car world. 3 On The Column knows that all of today's classics were once new cars, so revisit with us and enjoy their new car moment and how they are viewed  today. Want to share your classic car world with us? get in touch, we want to hear about it.

Episodes

  1. 3 DAYS AGO

    Cars Driven by Skippy the Bush Kangaroo (possibly) & Other Australian Star Cars

    Send us a text This week, Andrew and Brian recall the glory days of the multi-skilled and general crime busting heroine, Skippy the Bush Kangaroo. It is not known for sure if Skippy could drive but since she could do everything else, we look at Skippy's car choices in the Australian home market at the time. The star car drawings of the Tin Tin books, our first introduction to French cars, are re-enjoyed.  We take a look at the hero cars of Gerry Anderson. If you have to drive a car into the sea, a Hillman Imp with a sunroof could be your best choice, but remember that while Captain Scarlett is indestructible, you may not be. Support the show

    44 min

  2. 18/12/2025

    3 On The Column Meets Lewis Buchan and the 3 Wheelers (no, not a pop band!)

    Send us a text As a superfan of Mr Bean, you would expect Lewis to be looking to buy a Lime-flower Green Mini but no, Lewis wanted a Blue Reliant Supervan 2. First came an 81 Robin, with no front wheel, stacked up on bricks, helping to put Lewis on the map as a collector of these fine 3 wheeler cars.  As the word got out, the  vehicles started coming to him.  His fine collection now includes Bonds, Regals, an Albion and an ex-Post Office Scammell Scarab. We look in to the place in society of these vehicles over the years, their successes and failures, how to drive one properly, how to survive the crash gearbox and Lewis's big bang. Tommo gives Lewis a nudge towards a prize trophy.  We learn how to start a Scarab and why you should always drive it over the cobbles. Plus a weekend away for 2 in the Zundapp Janus 750 complete with double bed!   Support the show

    1h 1m

  3. 11/12/2025

    3 On The Column meets Sham (Lord Loxley) from Auto Anonymous Car Club

    Send us a text Our special guest tonight is Lord Loxley, AKA Sham to his friends, star and founder of one of the most exciting Facebook car clubs, Auto Anonymous. Sham gives an exclusive appearance on our podcast to tell us the Auto Anonymous and Finger of Approval stories: from the early days of lock down car meets with a few friends to the truly international clubs they are today, with over 11,000 members.   He's known for sourcing rare cars to bring to the Auto Anonymous stands at the classic motor shows, and working with celebrities and their cars.  And how did he get Fabio Lamborghini signing his car? Sham tells us how the club members and their passion make Auto Anonymous what it is today and brings exciting news of what he's planning for 2026. Support the show

    55 min

  4. 04/12/2025

    3 On The Column Meets Kam from the Nordik Rides Classic Car Group

    Send us a text 3 On The Column meets Kam from Nordik Rides. Nordik Rides is a fast growing Facebook Group dedicated to Volvo, Saab, DAF, Scania, in fact anything with a Nordic feel in the motoring world, both classic and modern - all are welcome. This time of year Santa, with his Swedish reindeer and a sleigh, would also be most welcome to join, especially if loaded with Saab and Volvo toys. Kam states that the growth of Nordic Rides is down to an 'anything goes and all are welcome' policy with cars and trucks, both old and new.  If you have a brand new Volvo V90, why not bring it along and show it next to a classic Volvo 145 estate? Kam says people love to see how the lineage develops from the classic through to the latest cars. This open policy and welcoming approach has given Nordik Rides a fast growing group membership of over 2600. In this episode Kam, talks about the cars that inspired him to set up Nordik Rides and what it's like to run a great club. Download, listen, and enjoy the world of Nordik Rides, and remember to like and subscribe to hear even more from 3 On The Column. Support the show

    59 min

  5. 27/11/2025

    The Ford Capri Mark 1 Special Edition Story with Allan Jones

    Send us a text Tonight, 3 On the Column welcomes the renowned Allan Jones, who expertly takes us through the story of the Ford Capri Mark 1 Special Editions, as well as sharing his personal story and telling us about his own cars.  Support the show

    58 min

  6. 21/11/2025

    We're the Sweeney, Son (and we haven't 'ad any dinner)

    Send us a text This week, Andrew & Brian go to the side streets of West London in the back of a Brown Consul GT, to meet a bloke from Scotland at the station. With that mission accomplished, we are soon going sideways with 37 & 45, in pursuit of a "not long for this world" Victor FD driven by the evil Russian guy with the dark aviators, driving gloves and the dodgy accent. If all else fails we will ring Z cars and get a Zephyr. Enjoy. Support the show

    35 min

  7. 15/11/2025

    Classic Motor Show 2025

    Send us a text In this episode featuring the 2025 Lancaster Insurance Classic Motor Show (CMS), Andrew and Brian discuss their favourite cars. Brian mixes it with the Swedish Royal family, while Andrew calls Welbeck 4440 for a minicab. We celebrate what it takes to run a stand at CMS and has anyone seen Regan? Support the show

    48 min

  8. 02/11/2025

    Being Afraid! Public Information Films

    Send us a text This week Andrew & Brian revisit the terrifying world of the Public Information Films to see if paying more attention at the time would have saved them both from a misspent youth. Why neither Andrew nor Brian have ever owned an Austin 1100. Dialling 999 when Shaw Taylor appears in your garden, plus Joe & Petunia on coastguard duty. Support the show

    46 min
  9. A Visit to The 1975 London Motor Show & Where's Lionel Blair?

    21/10/2025

    A Visit to The 1975 London Motor Show & Where's Lionel Blair?

    Send us a text Andrew Roberts & Brian Thomas take a trip back in time to the 1975 London motor show to find out who still, sells cars on cross-ply tyres. Relive the low rent car chase, Look for Lionel Blair and get followed home by the KGB. Support the show

    41 min
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3 on the column, brings together Andrew Roberts, the renowned Classic car writer and Brian Thomas,  to talk Classic cars, with occasional guests joining in to share their classic car world. 3 On The Column knows that all of today's classics were once new cars, so revisit with us and enjoy their new car moment and how they are viewed  today. Want to share your classic car world with us? get in touch, we want to hear about it.

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  • Creator
    Brian Thomas and Andrew Roberts
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    9
  • Rating
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    © 2025 3 On The Column
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