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Video | Can an expert correctly identify cars whilst blindfolded?
Rory Reid thinks he can recognise cars with his eyes closed – we find out whether he can
Words by: Catherine King
Published on 28 April 2025 | 0 min read
With many cars sharing the same foundations it often feels like we are edging towards a sci-fi world where every vehicle is identical. Yet, car manufactures have been sharing technology for decades and still managing to add distinctive designs on top, so it’s unlikely our streets will look like the set of I, Robot any time soon.
For car enthusiasts, this is just as well – being able to correctly identify cars is a matter of pride. However, is it possible to deduce one model from another without even looking? Enter Rory Reid. Rory has driven countless cars throughout his career, and he claims he can correctly identify them whilst blindfolded. In this video Alex Legouix makes Rory put his money where his mouth is, challenging him to correctly name six mystery cars without being able to see them. Can Rory use all of his experience to sniff out which car is which? Once Rory has put his theory to the test, it’s time to step things up a notch. Rory must keep his blindfold on and take to the track to find out if he can beat the slowest recorded Top Gear lap around Dunsfold Aerodrome. With Alex in the passenger seat giving Rory instructions, can the pair safely make it around the track faster than a self-driving van? You’ll have to watch to the end of the video to find out. If you enjoyed this video give it a like and let Rory what you think of his car identification skills in the YouTube comments. You can also subscribe for more like it.
For car enthusiasts, this is just as well – being able to correctly identify cars is a matter of pride. However, is it possible to deduce one model from another without even looking? Enter Rory Reid. Rory has driven countless cars throughout his career, and he claims he can correctly identify them whilst blindfolded. In this video Alex Legouix makes Rory put his money where his mouth is, challenging him to correctly name six mystery cars without being able to see them. Can Rory use all of his experience to sniff out which car is which? Once Rory has put his theory to the test, it’s time to step things up a notch. Rory must keep his blindfold on and take to the track to find out if he can beat the slowest recorded Top Gear lap around Dunsfold Aerodrome. With Alex in the passenger seat giving Rory instructions, can the pair safely make it around the track faster than a self-driving van? You’ll have to watch to the end of the video to find out. If you enjoyed this video give it a like and let Rory what you think of his car identification skills in the YouTube comments. You can also subscribe for more like it.