Gallery: a sneak preview of this week’s show

Well doesn't time fly? We've already filmed the third episode of series 19. But because we're lovely, we're not making you wait till Sunday to get a wee taste of what's to come - by pointing your internet towards these pictures, you'll be able to see some exclusive shots taken this Wednesday.

So, what can you expect come Sunday? Well, we can reveal that this week's star in a reasonably priced car is Scottish song smith, Amy Macdonald (the proud owner of a Ferrari 458 and a Bentley Continental GT), and James may or may not wear a blonde roll-neck.

You'll have to tune into BBC Two or BBC HD at 8:00pm on Sunday for the rest...

Pictures: Mark Yeoman/BBC

The Top Gear set - undressed

Richard's new wheels were.... surprising.

The stare-out continued late into the night.

Michael Jackson enthusiast, The Stig, spends his down time mastering the moonwalk.

Nothing cheers Richard up like James' impression of an H Class steam locomotive.

She's got a Ferrari 458, Bentley Continental *and* a Range Rover. We like Amy MacDonald

Jeremy drops some science between rehearsals.

Unbeknown to Amy a flying miniature English Sheep Dog has been plaguing the Top Gear track recently

Home to many a famous rump.