The final leg saw the trio "animal-proofing" their cars to survive the Delta's wildlife and river crossings. This included Clarkson jury-rigging wooden gull-wing doors and May painting provocative slogans on his colleagues' vehicles. Reception and Legacy

May chose the Mercedes for its legendary African reputation for durability. It survived the trip despite being stripped of most of its body panels to save weight.

The phrase you’re looking at is a classic "time capsule" from the late 2000s internet. It reads like a frantic search query from a fan trying to find one of the greatest pieces of television ever made.

If you are looking for the ultimate episode of Top Gear to watch (or re-watch), the Botswana Special is widely considered the crowning jewel of the Clarkson, Hammond, and May era. Originally aired as the Africa Special, it perfectly encapsulates everything that made the show a global phenomenon.

For this special, the hosts are each given a unique vehicle to drive: