The final obstacle was a river crossing. Clarkson’s Lancia was on its last legs, held together by optimism. May’s Mercedes was damaged. Hammond, determined to save Oliver, made a heroic crossing.
1963 Opel Kadett , affectionately nicknamed "Oliver". top gear desert
1981 Lancia Beta Coupe (a car legendary for its unreliability). James May: 1985 Mercedes-Benz 230E . The final obstacle was a river crossing
In the Middle East Special (Series 16, Episode 2), the team was tasked with following the path of the Three Wise Men from Northern Iraq to Bethlehem. determined to save Oliver