The car-enthusiast comedy duo "Ogiyahagi" explores the "car histories" of their guests in "Ogiyahagi's Car History: NO CAR, NO LIFE!" (BS Nippon Television, Saturdays at 9 PM). The May 23rd episode, titled "It's a blessing if we film in winter! Welcome, car owners!!", will feature owners with a variety of stories.
When the owner of a meticulously maintained 1970 Honda NIII360 appeared, the two members of the comedy duo Ogihayagi were overjoyed, exclaiming, "It's one year older than us! It was born 55 years ago!" Everyone was astonished to learn that the car had an incredible mileage of over 290,000 kilometers, a testament to its long history spanning more than half a century. Lacking air conditioning, the owner explained that summers are unbearable, stating, "It's impossible to drive when the temperature exceeds 40 degrees Celsius."
A female owner who has faithfully loved her 1962 MG1100 for 24 years since purchasing it at the age of 27 confesses a surprising triple no-no: "No air conditioning, so no summer rides," "The headlights are too dim, so no night riding," and "The wipers are unreliable, so no rain riding." In addition, she reveals the decisive reason why she can't ride it in the summer: "Gloves are essential."
The owner, who acquired a 1970 Crown 38 years ago as his "first beloved car," shares his positive car-owning lifestyle, shaped by growing up in a snowy region, the "love for the Crown" passed down from father to son, and the touching story of how he defied his father's opposition to commit to the car.
Finally, the 86-year-old owner speaks of the essence of classic car ownership, sharing his deep love for his car—a love he's had for the Bluebird for 57 years, laughing off even the inconveniences and struggles, saying, "There's no better car than this."
