The Beach (buggy) Boys - Part 1the Grand Tour :... May 2026

: A purist's recreation of the original 1960s Meyers Manx , staying true to the classic design but struggling with a lack of power and off-road capability.

: As they moved inland into the Namib Desert , the dunes became "cliffs." In one terrifying moment, Hammond's buggy literally disappeared over an edge, leaving the others fearing the worst until they found him unharmed at the bottom. The Beach (Buggy) Boys - Part 1The Grand Tour :...

In the first part of , Jeremy Clarkson , Richard Hammond , and James May are dropped on the desolate Skeleton Coast of Namibia to settle an argument with their producer, Andy Wilman , about the brilliance of the beach buggy . The Three Buggies : A purist's recreation of the original 1960s

The trio's challenge is to drive north to the Angolan border. Almost immediately, the expedition hits a snag as they find themselves trapped between towering sand dunes and the rising tide of the Atlantic Ocean. The Three Buggies The trio's challenge is to

: After driving in circles and attempting to navigate by the stars (where Clarkson channelled his inner astronomer to find the Southern Cross), they realized they hadn't even left the coast.

: A modern, rugged interpretation built for survival, featuring massive tires, heavy-duty suspension, and a roof-mounted spare. The Journey Begins