Bangers & Cash

Derek Mathewson travels to the Lancashire coast to pick up a rare 1972 Citroën SM, a classic French luxury car. In a separate scene, Dave Mathewson looks at a Fiat Punto that is twenty years old yet shows only 42 miles on its clock.

The programme is a single‑episode feature that follows Derek Mathewson on a specialised road‑trip. It centres on his mission to retrieve a particularly scarce automobile from the Lancashire coastline, giving viewers a glimpse of his passion for classic motoring. The journey unfolds against the rugged Lancashire shoreline, giving the segment a coastal flavour. In this part of the episode Derek drives down to the coast with the aim of collecting a 1972 Citroën SM, a model noted for its rarity. The episode captures the moment he secures the vintage French saloon, highlighting both the car’s historic status and the lengths Derek will go to obtain it. The 1972 Citroën SM, celebrated for its advanced hydraulics and sleek design, remains a sought‑after collector’s item. Meanwhile, Dave Mathewson turns his attention to a Fiat Punto that, despite being twenty years old, has only logged 42 miles on the odometer. Dave’s fascination with the low‑mileage vehicle underscores his appreciation for cars that have seen little use, even when they’re two decades old. Despite its two‑decade age, the Punto’s near‑new mileage makes it an unusual find for enthusiasts. The programme juxtaposes Derek’s hunt for a rare, older European classic with Dave’s admiration for a relatively modern, barely‑driven hatchback. By presenting these two distinct automotive stories side by side, the episode illustrates the varied ways the Mathewsons value and engage with their vehicles. Together, these moments highlight how the Mathewsons’ pursuits reflect reverence for automotive history and a keen eye for low‑usage machines.